Rouge Bunny Rouge Sale on SecretSales.com

Rouge Bunny Rouge products are on sale with 50% off on secretsales.com. I love a sale so this was just irresistible. It's not good news for the spending ban of course as I've already put my order in. It is not the full collection but there is a nice selection of products and at half price it's a good opportunity to try the line if you haven't already.

Know What Lies Are For

I've gone for Gracious Arasari eyeshadow, Know What Lies Are For lipstick and Sketches on Water tinted moisturiser in Adansonia. I was thrilled to see the tinted moisturiser as it's normally £46 and I have read good reviews. I was very tempted by the Eye Gloss in Nymph's Tickles too.

Gracious Arasari

Sketches on Water Tinted Moisturiser

Be warned that the shipping is steep (£4.50) and it may take a month to arrive. It's useful to know in advance of filling up your basket. They will deliver to most of Europe. International delivery is £10. Here's a list of the Countries they will deliver to:

Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Faroe Islands, Finland, France, Germany, Iceland, Ireland, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Monaco, Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland

I hope this is useful to someone. Let me know if you need pointing in the direction of good swatches. I'm always happy to enable!

20% off weekend at Zuneta

It's 20% off this weekend at Zuneta, so it's the ideal time to buy that Edward Bess or Rouge Bunny Rouge item you've been holding out for!

If you're an old hand and fancy trying something new take a look here at the newest arrivals. I'm particularly interested in the new Rouge Bunny Rouge lacquer liner. There's also the Naked Disguise Glide Concealer which lipglossiping reviewed as a guest post. The Edward Bess Sheer Satin cream foundation is definitely worth a look too. I've seen it in action and it gives a lovely natural finish. You can watch the man himself apply it to London Make Up girl in the video on the product page.

If you're a fan of Sjal and Found skincare this is a great time to stock up. I'm told these lines never get discounted. They really are the Rolls Royce of skincare and if you like a bit of luxury these are perfect. 

I'm after Abyssinian Catbird by Rouge Bunny Rouge, I also fancy the liner that I mentioned and I might just pick up a new lipstick. For blog research purposes of course!

To get the discount, enter the code WEEKEND. The code is already live, so race you there.........


Disclaimer: I'm not affiliated with Zuneta and the links are not affiliate links. I'm just a big fan and a lover of discounts!

Guest Post: MUFE Aqua Creams

Today we have another guest post from Katie at My Lips But Better. I've loved chatting with Katie and I find her reviews so helpful. I'm really pleased she agreed to do these Make Up Forever posts. So, without further a do take it away MLBB!

They say...

Make Up For Ever Aqua Cream is an ultra-pigmented, long-lasting waterproof cream. Combines the highest-quality pigments with mother of pearl particles to give immediate rich color payoff with a luminous finish in just one application. Long-lasting formulation will not crease or smudge under the most extreme conditions and the creamy and elastic texture allows for easy blending.

I say...

Ever since MAC discontinued some Paint Pots, I've been on the hunt for a good cream shadow. I was very impressed by MUFE's claims of all day staying power and taken aback by the level of pigment in

So I went off to Sephora and bought #2, a shimmering silver taupe. The closest thing in my collection is Benefit Skinny Jeans, which by comparison has less shimmer and is warmer.

I tested #2 during the last few weeks of summer heat here and am pleased to say that they do not budge! Without primer, the shadow looked fresh for 10 hours. Even after the 10 hour mark, there was plenty of color and shimmer to be seen, but it wasn't as intense as when I first applied.

The texture is smooth and slick; it felt less creamy and dense than Benefit Creaseless Cream Shadows (which don't last as long without a primer). My Aqua Cream was quite shimmery, but shades 5-10 are shimmer-free. Aqua Creams aren't just eyeshadows either! All shades are safe for eyes and cheeks, and shades 5-10 are also lip-safe.

I recommend applying these with a finger if you can, so if you're a makeup artist or just funny about germs, consider scooping out some product with a cotton bud and then applying with fingers. The heat from your hand melts the product so it applies smoothly and evenly.

My only suggestion for Aqua Creams would be to add some muted colors. I understand that MUFE has traditionally been a professional brand, but since they've moved into Sephora I hope they will embrace the mass market. And that's hardly a criticism... I'm merely asking for more!

You can purchase MUFE Aqua Creams at Sephora in the US ($22 for .21 oz) or www.makeup-provisions.com in the UK (£15.50 for 6 g).

Bottom Line

Aqua Creams have impressive staying power and great color payoff. If you see a shade you like, get it!

Thank you Katie for another excellent review! If you fancy trying MUFE HD foundation, don't forget about the discount for readers which is available till the end of this month. You can get a 15% discount on MUFE HD Foundation through Makeup Artist Provisions online store. The offer is available for the first 100 to quote MODESTY online before 30th of September.

Guest Post: Make Up For Ever Artist Intense lipsticks

I was really excited when Katie from the excellent My Lips But Better contacted me about swapping some guest posts. I thought I'd make the most of the opportunity and asked Katie if she wouldn't mind reviewing some Make Up For Ever products for me. I have been toying with making a purchase from this brand for a long time but find it awkward as it's relatively hard to get hold of UK and mostly purchasing is done blind. I always find it really useful to browse swatches and reviews in these circumstances. So, take it away Katie!

THEY SAY…

Rouge Artist Intense is a highly pigmented, long-lasting lipstick that delivers rich color in one stroke. Formulated with 50% more pigment than the traditional lipstick, Rouge Artist Intense gives an immediate true-to-color result. A blend of three natural waxes, the creamy texture glides on effortlessly for a long-lasting hold. The extensive color and texture range provides unlimited creativity.

I SAY…

They aren’t kidding about the pigment! I wouldn’t doubt that all of these swatches were done with one stroke of color, and to be honest that’s pretty amazing.

I’m also impressed by the staying power of Rouge Artist Intense. On my lips they last a good 4-5 hours, and would probably last longer if I didn’t eat lunch in the middle of the day (that pesky eating thing is always getting in the way…) The color lasts through a drink (or three), so you can count on these if you’re going somewhere for cocktails.

The key to the lasting power is the satin formula, which I would describe as semi-matte. I can’t comment on the matte or pearly formulas because I only own #30 (mauvey nude) and #35 (raspberry), which are satin finish shades. In my collection, the next closest formula is Revlon Matte (the MUFE lipsticks have a hint more sheen).

I find that the formula feels great right after applying but can suck the moisture out of my lips after a few hours. That’s the tradeoff with lipsticks – you either get moisture or lasting power. Some people try to combat this by applying balm underneath the lipstick. In my experience this prevents the lipstick from bonding properly to your lips, so I don’t recommend it. Instead, try applying balm or gloss on top.

Rouge Artist Intense lipsticks are supposed to smell like roses, but I find that the scent is strikingly similar to Chanel lipsticks. The packaging is sleek and functional with a cap that clicks tightly into place. The labels on the bottom are even color-coded for easy location! My one beef is that the shiny metal shows every imaginable fingerprint. Less neurotic people probably wouldn’t be bothered by this.

You can purchase MUFE products from Sephora in the USA or www.makeup-provisions.com and www.gurumakeupemporium.com in the UK.

Thanks Katie for the excellent review. I've been in touch with the lovely people at Makeup Artists Provisions and I have great news! As my readers you can get a 15% discount on MUFE HD Foundation through Makeup Artist Provisions online store. The offer is available for the first 100 to quote MODESTY online before 30th of Sept. This is excellent news if like me you've never got round to trying this cult favourite.