Avon Mega Effects Mascara

 

 

Avon Mega Effects Mascara is a new product of theirs and I was instantly intrigued by it. It is described as "The Wonderbrush that's going to change mascara history." It claims to provide panoramic volume and corner to corner coverage for dramatic definition and flake and sweat proof.

What attracted me to this product was this different shape. The packaging itself is more like a block and you wouldn't think it was a mascara at first glance. Unlike a normal mascara wand that is long with a large grip, this is small and flat. The handle also bends to your desired angle, allowing you to adapt it to whatever suits you best.

I did find it a bit strange holding it because it's a small handle and a completely different shape to the usual mascara wand I'm used to. One of the downsides to it is that it can be a bit difficult to hold and manoeuvre at first and it does take some getting used to as instead of holding it horizontally to side, you have to hold it vertically then glide upwards. However the curved shape is great for getting to the inner corners of the eye and once you get used to it, it becomes a lot easier.

I have to say that it gave my lashes so much volume and length. For me, it made applying the mascara a lot quicker and two coats done the trick (you can always do more depending on your preference). It is most definitely one of the top mascaras for me at the moment.

It at the slightly higher end price for a high street product at £10, but I do think it's worth. Most decent high street mascaras are around the £7-£10 and I do think it is worth the investment. You can purchase this from a catalogue from your local Avon representative, or online at www.avon.uk.com

Have you tried Mega Effects Mascara? What did you think of the adjusting handle?

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MAC Divine Night Lipstick in Private Party

Divine Night is a new collection for MAC and I had been looking forward to trying out some of the products. But like most new collections by MAC, they sell out very quickly so I was lucky to pick this up and it was the one I was most looking forward to getting and it hasn't let me down. It was really hard to get a picture of the true colour,as it is either showing as too dark or too light, but it's more purple on the lips with a hint of pink. As I found it really hard to get a good picture, I took the second one off the internet so I can't take the credit for that one, but it's the best I could find. Private party is described as a dirty plum mauve with a satin finish and is definitely a great autumnal/winter colour. It glides on very easily and one coat was enough for me. Like all of the MAC lipsticks I have tried, it is highly pigmented and lasts a long time on the lips.

I definitely think this colour will suit all different skin tones as it's not a bright purple, contrary to the picture, so it's a lot more flattering then some on the market. 

I love the packaging on this and I'm glad they only changed it slightly from silver to gold as I wasn't the greatest fan of the packaging for the Rihanna Collection. It's a subtle change but I think it's great for the Divine Night theme.

Divine Night Lipstick comes in 5 shades and costs £16.50. They currently say sold out online at the moment but no doubt they will be back in stock soon, but you may have more luck going to a MAC counter, or better still a MAC store.

Have you tried any products from the Divine Night Collection? What's your favourite piece?

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