30 Clever Ways To Save Money on Makeup

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br></div><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzLh_S-l5sHWKmQd5c62vgOeMscybFbHSG9Bt85tMZmnDk7qmhLGDjcUcrE6sSShZash6Gqc1MZ5TlOOc7gDCmc0VTT3JQKAiTQj_dV0LKHBtnxX14aFvICrHAQsWDgf3ZQu_Ta4e90qg/s1600/money-saving-makeup-tips.JPG"><br><br><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i><span style="font-size: x-large;">With a self-diagnosed addiction to makeup I'm continuously hunting down way to save money. Whether that be in monetary terms or just by being savvy. <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">As I'm on a bit of a spe<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">nding ban right now</span></span> I've put together more than a few ways to save money on makeup that I've put into practise one time or another. </span></i></span><br><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i><span style="font-size: large;"><br></span></i></span> <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i><span style="font-size: x-large;">Feel free to add to my list in the comments with your own money-saving makeup tips! </span></i></span><br><a href="http://www.makeupsavvy.co.uk/2017/04/how-to-save-money-on-makeup.html#more">Read More</a>

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What are Your thoughts on Copy-Cat Makeup Brands?

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh49WF16EiOOet4nUxcol-0Nvuq_t5TYGRq37_9OqG7HnouSPu4xy2VoV0kJ4462Q1l-YR1pP-HeiMJIDTSQVJn7Xba_3TEzQClwXxUaw89S2shxU0UhpFx03Bnl5f4KeJllKOEjyZMecg/s1600/Copycat-makeup-brands.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh49WF16EiOOet4nUxcol-0Nvuq_t5TYGRq37_9OqG7HnouSPu4xy2VoV0kJ4462Q1l-YR1pP-HeiMJIDTSQVJn7Xba_3TEzQClwXxUaw89S2shxU0UhpFx03Bnl5f4KeJllKOEjyZMecg/s1600/Copycat-makeup-brands.JPG" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><i>For the past year the beauty <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">industry</span> has seen an increase in copy-cat beauty brands.<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> T</span>hey've always been around and often come and go, but copy-cat makeup brands are now doing better than ever<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">.</span></i></span></span><br /><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><i>I've been someone that buys from brands like these but often feel on the fence about them. Should it be tolerated or do they rightly deserve a place in the beauty <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">world</span>? I'm still unsure. </i></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">But let's rewind a bit, let's talk about what exactly makes someone label a brand a copy-cat. For me this would be low-cost makeup brands that look at the products of popular high-end makeup brands and aim to re<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">p<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">roduce</span></span> some of their key products in both packaging and product as close as they possibly can... without them looking counterfeit of course! </span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Below I've detailed three makeup brands that I believe to <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">work</span> in this way, which I should importantly point out that I don't dislike (I've enjoyed the odd product from them!) and I'm not <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">suggesting</span> should be avoided. It's definitely a personal choice but I'd love to know how you feel about them in the comments below. </span><br /><br /><br /><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWrIfADjCk5b_XiLyZPyW_ecgLmgrz0Uun9YNW2O2ft__v9aNFj5SU4O4g73C2DFKMRpDMca9RYboXp8KDek4oRZxIudh6KpvZgFcF8Jx1Sro0XDXs5cwNxRFpyH0Vip0O5DRos8oxjno/s1600/W7.jpg" /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>W7</b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><i><b>The original copy-cat makeup brand</b></i></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Ahh W7, the first of it's kind! I have fond memories of finding W7 branded products for �1-2 on market stalls in my teens and feeling I had a bit of Benefit<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">; </span>the<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">ir</span> no.1 'inspiration' at the time. Of course, as a penny less teen I saw no harm in it, but looking back many products were so close in packaging and actual product to Benefit. Over the years they have focused on producing more Benefit style products, along with Urban Decay look-a-like<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> products</span> and a very similar OPI-style <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">line</span> of nail polishes. From time to time they will also hone in on brands that are doing well with a particular product and attempt to reproduce them - think Kylie Jenner's lip products, Charlotte Tilbury's Filmstar Bronzer and a budget version of the Hourglass Modernist eyeshadow palette. On the whole W7 look the business, but I often wonder are they spending more on packaging and the a<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">esthetics </span>than the actual product inside. As for how they fair against the high-end brands they take 'inspiration' from, I'd say it's pretty hit and miss, with some products falling short against other high-street/budget brands but then other times products will surprise <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">you<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">!</span></span></span><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieNytTtcXgv8Kh5iVYZEhxQ5bFjR1CBrc4oYpTpgRMhy1QoJIR-04nRt9dx13GZ2x9SJiS375_ptxjqgzHHCtzRQ8hFFh-YLdgFPYd-g804E3N97LWXYibBVcVy1OG0pBviiKPloFsab4/s1600/Makeup-revolution.jpg" /></div><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>Makeup Revolution</b><b> </b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i><span style="font-size: large;"><b>The new high-street player</b></span></i></span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Now I'm not going to lie, I love Makeup Revolution products! They truly create some amazing eyeshadow palettes at very reasonable prices and I'm a fan of their lipsticks. However what I'm not a fan of is when they<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> blatantly</span> rip-off certain high-end products. This started with a very similar product to the Too Faced Sweetheart <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">B</span>lushers and continued with their I Heart Chocolate eyeshadow palettes that look almost identical to the Too Faced Chocolate Bar palettes. Their latest acquisition - Kylie Jenner's Lip Kits in the form of their own Retro Luxe Lip Kits. For a brand that could have a really strong identity <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">of their own</span> I wish they would stop copying high-end<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"></span> products like this and stick to <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">their</span> strengths, creating amazingly pigmented palettes and face products.  </span><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQgRuwaopFXsUTWG_PshiGbEyEj_pRe2ASJC9ltjoPlLgpXKQWmPrhVXbt_Imj21qe87Nqmd-oJCvWrn1SggGpqvWcv36JbVc2UE7w9se_0RbWdi1MNdM_y4vSlIJg58zkDcOnfWubkY0/s1600/Beauty-Pie-UK.jpg" /></div><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>Beauty Pie</b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><span style="font-size: large;"><i>The Bobbi<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> Brown</span> look<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">-</span>alike with a twist </i></span></b></span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Beauty Pie is a totally new player <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">in</span> the beauty world and with a totally new concept of how we buy make<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">u<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">p </span></span>they have received<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> a</span> good coverage of press <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">both online an<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">d in magazines</span></span>. If you are <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">unaware</span> <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">of th</span>e recently lau<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">nched</span> brand let me briefly explain! Beauty Pie works on a monthly membership basis. Pay �10+ per month and you are allowed to buy 3-6 products from the brand within that month at a reduced<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> price</span>. For example, you could buy one of their eyeshadow palettes for �35 without a membership but with a membership you apparently pay the factory cost of only �6.94. Will it <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">catch on</span>? I really don't know. I personally wouldn't pay to be allowed to buy makeup, it just doesn't make sense to me, however t<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">his kind of</span> business model is definitely new to the cosmetic market and only time will tell. My main problem with this new brand - they look very similar to Bobbi Brown products. From their packaging choices and all black theme, to their double-spaced logo font that's oh so simplistic and Bobbi Brown-like. Their shade ranges also screa<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">ms</span> Bobbi Brown to me and although I can see they want to go for a luxury feel I don't know if copying an established high-end brand is the way to go. </span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b><i>Is it just the same as <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">high<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> street<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> clothing brands</span></span></span> taking 'inspiration' for the high-end seasonal fashion shows and brands<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">? O</span>r does it run deeper than that? </i></b></span></span><br /><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b><i>I'd love to know your opinion<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> </span>on this - <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">D</span>o you avoid brands that use these techniques to sell their lesser quality products or do you embrace them? </i></b></span></span><br /><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b><i>Fee xo.</i></b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b><i>  </i></b></span></span><br />

Budget Makeup What are Your thoughts on Copy-Cat Makeup Brands?

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A Virtually Free Makeup Sample Service You Will Want To Instantly Try!

<img alt="Feel-Unique-Pick-n-mix-makeup-samples" height="1050" src="https://c6.staticflickr.com/6/5790/25347248189_d4dee62c48_o.jpg" width="700" /><script async="" charset="utf-8" src="//embedr.flickr.com/assets/client-code.js"></script><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><i>I don't know where I've been but somehow I missed the launch of an amazing makeup and skincare sample service that for once is worth it!</i></span> </span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I've come across endless makeup sample websites in the past only to not recognise any of the brands and to realise most are out of date anyway. However somehow I failed to know about a fairly new sample service that truly is the best I've come across! </span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">What I'm talking about is the <a href="http://www.feelunique.com/pick-n-mix/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Feel Unique Pick 'n' Mix sample service</a> that has over 350 samples to chose from! Plus the amazing thing about it is that you only pay the �3.95 shipping and handling fee but receive a �3.95 voucher via email to redeem against future purchases, making your samples virtually free! Don't worry Feel Unique didn't ask me to write about it.... I'm just totally digging the idea of free high end beauty samples! </span><br /><br /><img alt="feel-unique-free-makeup-samples" height="800" src="https://c5.staticflickr.com/6/5583/30947631476_84e3539de3_o.jpg" width="700" /><script async="" charset="utf-8" src="//embedr.flickr.com/assets/client-code.js"></script><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">As you can see from my sample stash above, you get to select 5 samples from some well known cosmetic and skincare brands. A lot of the samples are just sachet samples but quite a few come in pots and tubes sizes and the best thing about it is you can search by sample type (on the left hand side of the page) and see the volume amount to get the most out of the service - i.e like me with my 5 pretty deluxe sample sizes! </span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I should point out that the  Pick 'n' Mix service is limited to one lot of samples per month and is only for UK customers right now.</span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span> <h2><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>Here's a look at what I picked up </b></span></span></h2><h2><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b> </b></span></span></h2><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>Benefit The POREfessional License To Blot deluxe sample 1.4ml</b> - I couldn't refuse a Benefit mini and with the idea of picking up a few mini products to keep in my bag for touch-ups I thought this sample instant oil-blotting stick would be perfect. Super cute packaging and a really handy o- the-go product. </span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>Nude by Nature Perfecting Concealer 'Ivory' sample 2ml</b> - I already own the full size version of this and love it so I had to pick it up, again to keep in my bag for touch-ups! Seeing as the samples are virtually free this is a generous size at 2ml which is a 1/3 of the 5.9ml full size product which would mean the cost of this sample should be �6! </span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>Emma Hardie Amazing Face Moringa Cleansing Balm 5g</b> - This is actually a product I've been wanting to try for the longest time but priced at �34.00 I wasn't going to risk buying it before trying it first. As you can see this looks exactly like the full size pot but in a miniature version, which I love, and so far from just smelling the balm and the wonderful moringa scent I know I will love it! </span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>bareMinerals Marvelous Moxie Lipgloss 'Maveric' deluxe sample 2.25ml</b> - Having a few Marvelous Moxie lipglosses now and enjoying them I picked up this mini. This is another sample that offers a lot of product and is actually half the size of the full size lipgloss, making the sample worth �8.50! Also this is an ideal shade for autumn/winter.</span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b>He-Shi Face & Body Tanning Gel sample 50ml </b>- For my 5th mini I decided to try out this generous 50ml He-Shi sample. I'm always keen to try out facial tanning products as creams for the body are just too heavy for my face so a tanning gel sounded perfect. I've already given this a go and really like it! As it's only for my face and chest this 50ml size will last me quite some time! </span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span> <br /><img alt="free-makeup-samples-haul" height="800" src="https://c1.staticflickr.com/6/5492/30947629456_ec95682f55_o.jpg" width="700" /><script async="" charset="utf-8" src="//embedr.flickr.com/assets/client-code.js"></script><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Samples change quite often from what I've noticed, for example the Benefit sample is unfortunately no longer available however I did spot a new Nars Skin Tint sample in the mix! So it's worth having a thorough look when deciding on your 5 samples. </span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The biggest section is sachet samples but with the choice of fragrance vials, tube samples and a few samples in pots I would suggest selecting the most product amount and staying away from sachets to get the most for your money! As I mentioned I picked a few samples to keep in my bag for touch-ups but this service is ideal if you are going on holiday, or of course if you fancy trying products you've been curious about. </span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><i><b>I will 100% be using this sample service again next month as I already have my eye on a few REN and Caudalie samples! </b></i></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><i><b><br /></b></i></span></span> <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><i><b>If you want to pick up your own beauty samples then you can find the Feel Unique Pick 'n' Mix service <a href="http://www.feelunique.com/pick-n-mix/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>.</b></i></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><i><b><br /></b></i></span></span> <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><i><b>Fee xo.</b></i></span></span><br /><br />

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Matalan Christmas Decor Haul 2016

<div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><img alt="Matalan-Christmas-Decor-Haul-2016" height="1305" src="https://c6.staticflickr.com/6/5734/30246181693_645f9314ec_o.jpg" width="700" /></span><script async="" charset="utf-8" src="//embedr.flickr.com/assets/client-code.js"></script></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><i>Right about now I start to get excited about the prospect of decorating my home for Christmas. Each year I like to renew baubles and add a few more decorations and festive ornaments to my already pretty large collection. </i></span></span><br /><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><i>Matalan have been my go-to for Christmas decorations for years now as they are not only affordable but they always impress me with their unique designs. Below is a look at what you can expect to find online and in-store from Matalan this Christmas! </i></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">If like me you also pick up multiple gifts from Matalan as well as Christmas decorations you may be interested to hear that that you can use online discount codes to make your festive shopping even cheaper. I found 3 active money saving codes for Matalan on a website called Codesium. The lowest spend code and ideal if you are picking up a few gifts along with some Christmas decorations is <a href="http://www.codesium.com/matalan-discount-code/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">�6 off �60 with code 660MAT</a> which can be used at the checkout and even applies to click and collect orders! </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Onto my Matalan Christmas Decor haul now and all the wonderful products I decided to go for... I'm literally pleased with everything! </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><img alt="Matalan-Chtistmas-Decorations-2016" height="700" src="https://c3.staticflickr.com/6/5530/30845502586_99cc40156a_o.jpg" width="600" /></span><script async="" charset="utf-8" src="//embedr.flickr.com/assets/client-code.js"></script></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><b>10 Clear Tree Jewels �3.00 <a href="http://www.matalan.co.uk/product/detail/s2632273/10-pack-jewel-christmas-tree-decorations-3cm-x-3cm" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a></b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">When it comes to baubles I like to buy them in packs as they are better value for money and of course can be spread over the tree. I don't follow a particular theme for my Christmas tree but anything light reflective is a winner for me and these mini plastic jewels will do just that. Perfect for hanging next to each light on your tree to maximise twinkle! </span><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><b>3 Iridescent Icicles �3.00 <a href="http://www.matalan.co.uk/product/detail/s2632721/3-pack-glass-icicle-christmas-tree-decorations--17cm" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a> </b></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">So I just had to pick up these amazing icicle decorations! Because just look at them! Call them iridescent icicles or unicorn horns, either way they are just stunning and will really stand out against the dark green foliage of a Christmas tree. These look much more expensive than �1.00 each and now I know how amazing they are I think I will be placing another online order for more. </span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><b>Christmas Wishlist Slate Sign �3.00 <a href="http://www.matalan.co.uk/product/detail/s2632263/christmas-wish-list-slate-sign--23cm-x-13cm" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a> </b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Each year Matalan have a few slate signs like this to hang up around the home and I find them such good quality. This year's slate sign is in the shape of a gift tag and hangs by a tartan ribbon with quite a cute Christmas wishlist in different fonts. </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><img alt="Matalan_Christmas-LED-decorations-2016" height="700" src="https://c6.staticflickr.com/6/5325/30246178813_2bf4cb0155_o.jpg" width="600" /></span><script async="" charset="utf-8" src="//embedr.flickr.com/assets/client-code.js"></script></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">LED Dome Medium �8.00 (out of stock online) </span></b></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Each year Matalan have one of the best and most affordable ranges of Christmas LED decorations that really are just stunning. I struggled to pick up just two LED pieces but I think I went for the right ones as they look amazing at night. The first glass dome that's quite an adequate size is on a lovely wooden base and contains micro wire fairy lights. Of course this could be used as a decoration any time of the year which is another reason for buying it, but it will also go with Christmas decor. It's also battery operated which come included. Just such a stunning ornament for only �8.00! </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">LED Globe Ornament �8.00 (out of stock online)</span> </b></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">I also picked up this super cute light-up house domed decoration that again I'm so pleased with for the price. This is smaller in height but it perfectly detailed and gives off a wonderful glow. Possibly my favourite buy of my Matalan Christmas haul. I can't stop looking at it! Perfect for a living room but I can also imagine it looking lovely on a bedside table. </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><img alt="Matalan-Christmas-kitchen-2016" height="700" src="https://c4.staticflickr.com/6/5448/30246178043_293424800a_o.jpg" width="600" /></span><script async="" charset="utf-8" src="//embedr.flickr.com/assets/client-code.js"></script></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">Robin Tankard Mug �2.00 (out of stock online)</span></b></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">I'm all about festive mugs come November so had to pick up a few to add to my collection. My first pick was this dainty looking robin mug with teeny tiny baby blue polka dots that reminds me of something you would see from Emma Bridgewater. The robin illustration is featured on both sides and feels and looks really nice quality. </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">Festive Dog Tankard Mug �3.00 (out of stock online)</span></b></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">The other mug I picked up is full-on Christmas with an ultra festive design that features a Dachshund dog driving a car in the snow with gifts and a Christmas tree on the roof - you can't get much more festive than that! The mug again feels really good quality and is slightly bigger in size and thicker. </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">Robin & Xmas Holiday Recipe �1.50 each (out of stock online)</span></b></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">I also decided as my kitchen always lacks decoration come Christmas time I'd give it some festive cheer with two themed tea towels. The illustrated robin design has to be my favourite as it matches the above mug and doesn't look like it would cost only �1.50. The other tea towel has a printed 'Christmas Holiday Recipe' that again is lovely and would look nice hung on the wall. </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><img alt="Matalan-Christmas-products-2016" height="700" src="https://c6.staticflickr.com/6/5736/30246177173_5265568ce6_o.jpg" width="600" /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><script async="" charset="utf-8" src="//embedr.flickr.com/assets/client-code.js"></script></div><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><b><br /></b></span> <span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><b>Festive Cupcake Decoration Set �3.00 <a href="http://www.matalan.co.uk/events/christmas/christmas-dining/s2632673/christmas-cupcake-decoration-kit#F6DoHySRKY37OK7p.97" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a></b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Keeping with the kitchenware theme I picked up a fun little cupcake decoration set that contains 12 red and white cupcake cases and 12 santa and snowman picks to decorate. This is ideal for some festive baking I have planned for December and I can't wait to buy a few silver sprinkles and get making some Christmas cupcakes now.</span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">  </span><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><b>Metallic Twine In Jar �2.50 <a href="http://www.matalan.co.uk/events/christmas/shop-all-christmas/s2631572/christmas-twine-30m#yUyd5AULsRhqKV0d.97" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a></b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Lastly I picked up a jar of twine.... which I probably didn't need but it looked cute. I will admit I didn't get why it needed to be in a jar but now I understand that it means there's no chance for the twine getting knotted! Plus I'm sure I will find a use for the jar once I've used up the twine on wrapping up Christmas gifts with. Also for �2.50 you receive a huge 30 metres!  </span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><i><b>Hope you enjoyed seeing some of my decorations. Happy shopping and don't forget to use a discount code where you can!</b></i></span></span><br /><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><i><b> Let me know what you love most from what I picked up from Matalan this Christmas! </b></i></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><i><b><br /></b></i></span></span> <span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><i><b>Fee xo. </b></i></span></span><br /><br />

Budget Christmas Christmas 2016 sponsored Matalan Christmas Decor Haul 2016

Right about now I start to get excited about the prospect of decorating my home for Christmas. Each year I like to renew baubles and add a f...

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The Best Beauty Gimmick Buys from eBay

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwl3EzW9T4CFhmzHUtDZ41pWXOYOsHqWQV69Dldc4tXnYxjYPNAqEyYEHw1Xu4xvciCZPR40CDq7Bf_DJ8OOCFevQzRdwnt9SS7AZ9mYZANjlkFdVHClZHfSKb0V3ue0FmoRGgF0m7m9Q/s1600/ebay-beauty-gimmicks-haul.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwl3EzW9T4CFhmzHUtDZ41pWXOYOsHqWQV69Dldc4tXnYxjYPNAqEyYEHw1Xu4xvciCZPR40CDq7Bf_DJ8OOCFevQzRdwnt9SS7AZ9mYZANjlkFdVHClZHfSKb0V3ue0FmoRGgF0m7m9Q/s1600/ebay-beauty-gimmicks-haul.JPG" /></a></span></div><h2><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Often when I buy random beauty items from eBay I never know how good or bad they will be, especially when it comes to more gimmick-y items. But for the generally low-spend it worth taking the risk and I've found some amazing products this way! </span></h2><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">So today I thought I'd share my favourite beauty gimmicks that I've purchased from eBay in the past year and highly recommend! These are possibly items you would easily over look on eBay but have truly helped me out and are worth highlighting.</span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br /></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZUaP6EQKeAh3gB8JDf1VqkOqJnVuK0-Xwiuzhq3K-n6d9UsoMfPXkShbHCD0xvmS4IK3eQPf9CrA5yygWK-TBYKHLOgQuV_MUhX0hG4DXxSucdLKo1LhNtR2Xgfu3p65I22mYvmiL7eA/s1600/color-switch-eyeshadow-tin-cheap.jpg" /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Eyeshadow Colour Switch Remover </b></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>�2.19 EBAY <a href="http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Makeup-Brush-Powder-Eyeshadow-Blush-Dry-Clean-Sponge-Remover-Color-From-Brush-/222058508090?hash=item33b3b7ef3a:g:fo8AAOSwyjBW5t9R" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a></b></span> </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">This is my most favourite beauty gimmick purchase, in fact I feel bad for calling it a gimmick as it's an ingenious products for anyone that has more than a handful of makeup brushes. The aim of the tin containing a dry black sponge is to clean your makeup brushes in between use of different products/shades. You simply swirl your dirty brush over the slightly course dry sponge and within 15 seconds you have a clean brush that can be used again. This is perfect if you have a favourite eyeshadow brush that you would like to used with multiple colours but you haven't been able to in the past. Or if you want to quickly spot clean all of your eyeshadow/powder brushes.</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">I was sceptical of how well this little tin would preform but I can hand on heart say this is a pretty genius product that I use nearly every time I apply my makeup now. A true eBay beauty gem! </span></div><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br /></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhv33pCW8Tftvsb7CRhU8OuS0d5KBXGWXl_vNIs2Y41ByJ3GwLh5tRYLtg-p0rVqEM2q29Tc5i4VnkfUbz77uJKWDwOyJZyBlmfbda-wH1zO2VRfLWMZYZuomZpyL7XkkVxA4NVl_vlcwU/s1600/cheap-sigma-dupe-brush-cleaning-mat.jpg" /></span></div><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></span><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Silicone Makeup Brush Cleaner </b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>�3.99 EBAY <a href="http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/252542154401?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&var=551448705702&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a></b></span></span> <br /><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Over the years I've tried quite a few silicone makeup brush cleaner pads and mitts and if I'm honest they can be a bit fiddly to to hold and you still end up with wrinkly prawn fingers! So a few months ago I thought I'd spend a little more and try out a large makeup brush cleaner pad that fits around the plug hole of your sink with suction pads. </span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">With different areas for different brushes and areas for a more deep clean and made from thick silicone this is VERY similar to the �20+ Sigma Brush Spa and does an amazing job of cleaning all brushes. Yes, it's still a bit of a chore but it cuts down on time, give all brushes a thorough clean and no more wrinkly fingers at the end of it! </span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">If you are looking for something that will make brush cleaning easier then this is certainly the product to pick up. A serious bargain! </span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"> </span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br /></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihaMkdgkaqmTDIwaulkwg-tllmmwbe4IAZ4qVVYZj9wUkPhBbQwWQ_lE-5mWhyphenhyphenbvEWpULMv4C2pxDbbGvj77G_ACU1v8fg9ashocrTo8pb5aJ7ZTRmsLec8rrnhBti_CcTE3Wh-3yJbqY/s1600/cheap-foil-remove-glitter-nail-polish-easy.jpg" /></span></div><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Foil Nail Wraps </span></b></span><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">100 for �2.99 EBAY <a href="http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/191776787397?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a></span></b></span><br /><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Ever heard of the beauty hack of wrapping your nails in cotton pads and tin foil to remove stubborn glitter nail polish? Well you buy them pre-made! Okay, maybe super lazy because you could just cut up your own cotton pads and pieces of tin foil but there's still costs involved in buying the products so pre-made ones make sense! </span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">I now use the above foil nail wraps with nail polish remover applied to the pad section when removing a gel manicure but also to remove glitter nail polish - so much easier then rubbing away for 20 minutes! </span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">The foil wraps are ideal if you know you will be indulging in glitter nails over the festive period and will make removal a breeze. </span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">  </span><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihkL8ZzAQUTIy7PD2bgrEMT7n4gKqr6EicuLxgDOXNkDXbk7p4APniM8lmR3tvfjnXhLKiCLtA6YhqLvZdaALN8n2nShs2cAFZuUFxL3J4QhO676sgQO_v9EIxungG8VEXRtSTHKQoj1A/s1600/DIY-cotton-sheet-masks-ebay.jpg" /></span></div><b><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br /></span></b><b><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">DIY Cotton Facial Sheet Masks </span></span></b><br /><b><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">25 Masks for �2.49 EBAY <a href="http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/25-50-100-NATURAL-FIBRE-SKIN-CARE-PAPER-COTTON-DIY-FACIAL-SHEET-MASKS-UKSELLER-/190922656883?var=490193411274&hash=item2c73e08c73:m:mdlAnFn2ETuWOsVKmbIDj7A" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a></span></span></b><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Sheet masks are certainly popular right now but if you are like me with a huge stash of standard face masks you may not want that extra spend of trying out different sheet masks. But what if you could make your own?! </span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">In the listing above you can pick up as many as 100 cotton sheet masks for only �5.99 which can be soaked in any moisturiser or serum or applied over the top of any face mask you have, even clay based ones. I personally love this idea more than buying individual sachet sheet masks as it's so versatile and you can even batch cut the mask to the exact shape of your face unlike individual sheet masks. </span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">My favourite way now to use one of the DIY cotton sheets is to make it damp and then apply a generous layer of serum to my face and apply the sheet mask over the top, leaving it to sit on the face for 5-10 minutes. If you love face masks or pampering in general just as much as me then this is a way to try out the sheet mask trend on the cheap and experiment with all your other face masks and skincare products. </span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: x-large;"><i><b><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">These four products are my ultimate beauty extras and totally inexpensive! Hail eBay! </span></b></i></span><br /><span style="font-size: x-large;"><i><b><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br /></span></b></i></span><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><i><b>Fee xo. </b></i></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><br /></span>

Beauty Budget ebay ebay haul The Best Beauty Gimmick Buys from eBay

Often when I buy random beauty items from eBay I never know how good or bad they will be, especially when it comes to more gimmick-y items. ...

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eBay Bargains #62 - Christmas Come Early

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHCXlVfPe5cav2EXVsigrAZ5bLW3lKP3DQjELRdkvTonD0sbkKhrUbVYgjomMK5_qZPFzsRbiJ-3f2JkEVCpvkFcZBIb1FiPagP7ad9tIz7zWWsUtCtIoSv5zMwBonpksB1ypKFiw5_t8/s1600/Christmas-gifts-ebay-uk.jpg" /></span></div><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span> <h3><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">*Cue Home Alone soundtrack* </span></h3><h3><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">In less than 100 days it will be Christmas Day and at the rate of how fast this year seems to be going (how it is nearly October?) I'm getting in there early and not taking any chances. I mean there's an actual chance I will blink and it will be mid December! </span></h3><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Also I kind of wanted a good excuse to re-use these wonderful Christmas illustrations again, AND I'm also factoring in that eBay listings from China can take there time... though the items are from a mix of UK and International sellers - don't worry no custom charges though! </span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i>P.S I'm currently patting myself on the back for this non-tacky Christmas selection - I think I did pretty good! </i></span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>Rose Gold Snowflake Necklace </b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>�1.35 <a href="http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Elegant-Womens-9K-Rose-Gold-Filled-Snowflake-Shape-Necklace-with-Pendant-J-I527-/281970775796?var=&hash=item41a6c496f4:m:mh8qzpR4UQkpg0S0P6wiBmQ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a></b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Now I can't say I'd be tempted to wear a snowflake necklace in fear of it looking like it's some kind of Frozen merchandise however this is a stunning rose gold shade and it looks much more grown up and kind of just a subtle nod to Christmas/Winter. An inexpensive novelty necklace that doesn't look tacky! It would also make a lovely little gift I think. </span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b><br /></b></span></span> <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>Gold Foil Festive Cushion Covers </b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>�2.45 each <a href="http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Cotton-Linen-Christmas-Sofa-Waist-Throw-Cushion-Cover-Car-Pillow-Case-Cover/282181546977?_trksid=p2045573.c100505.m3226&_trkparms=aid%3D555014%26algo%3DPL.DEFAULT%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D38661%26meid%3D5909a0e2c3464ab5bfc91f0939f6f960%26pid%3D100505%26rk%3D1%26rkt%3D1%26" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a></b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Just yes to these! I don't know how I came across these amazing Christmas cushions but I'm so glad I did! Perfect for slipping over your current cushions and instantly transforming your living room or bed into something much more festive. The listing contains a few more gold foil designs plus lots of other styles - I want them all... but I will be picked up 2 or 3 for my sofa!  </span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>Christmas Countdown Chalkboard </b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>�2.49 <a href="http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Blackboard-Advent-Days-until-Christmas-Countdown-Hanging-Plaque-/371742623463?hash=item568d9646e7:g:z7QAAOSw8w1X4aLc" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a></b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">For children and adults alike, this is the perfect thing to hang in your home to get you extra excited for Christmas. I love anything like this because it's more than just a plaque and something you have to do each da, plus you can bring it out each year come December 1st! </span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>Retro Christmas Wrapping Paper </b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>Print Phone Cases </b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>99p each <a href="http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/351554291931?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&var=620581579934&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a></b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Another find I'm oh so pleased with and have snapped up already! The listing contains some absolutely lovely no-tacky Christmas phone cases. I ordered cases no. 6 & 11 because they are just adorable and as I've alreadt received them I can tell you that they are amazing quality for being only 99p!</span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-size: x-large;"><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Hardback Christmas Planner </span></b></span><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">�13.94 <a href="http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Busy-B-Christmas-Planner-5060022554917-/172310624018?hash=item281e837712:g:lSYAAOSwdzVXtYaF" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a></span></b></span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">If you're a serious Christmas lover than a planner is a must. This keeps everything organised and it just down right Christmas-y! I find Christmas planner generally a bit tacky and cheap looking but this is simple yet pretty and in the listing you can see some of the pages to the planner which look really good. A bit of a treat to yourself but something that will add to your Christmas spirit and can be used throughout the festive period to keep all your ideas and plans in one place.  </span><br /><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>Set of 6 Snowflake Style Stamps </b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>�1.75 <a href="http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/6pcs-Round-Wooden-Assorted-Retro-Vintage-Floral-Pattern-Rubber-Stamp-Scrapbook/351108112158?_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m1851&_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIC.MBE%26ao%3D2%26asc%3D38661%26meid%3D9ae6bb83498147028ccb1953d34184e2%26pid%3D100005%26rk%3D1%26rkt%3D6%26mehot%3Dpp%26sd%3D321983336399" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a></b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">You can use these in so many ways for craft projects and all things Christmas related. In fact I used these stamps last year and created my own wrapping paper by buying brown parcel paper and using a white ink pad (<a href="http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/181236583309?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&var=480281438062&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&clk_rvr_id=1097050230044&afsrc=1&rmvSB=true" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">this is a good one</a> for only �1.89 - lots of colours) and it looked amazing!   </span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> </span> <span style="font-size: x-large;"><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Mercury Glass Bauble Fair<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">y </span></span></b></span><br /><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Lights (batter operated) </span></b></span><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">�8.99 <a href="http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/New-10-LED-Battery-Powered-Shimmering-Glass-Bauble-Indoor-Fairy-Lights-Gold-/291655476484?hash=item43e8056504:g:ifEAAOSwJkJWj5PX" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a></span></b></span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Aren't these the prettiest fairy lights you ever did see? I purchased some very similar lights from Homesense last Christmas for �19.99, so these are a total bargain. I used my lights at Christmas time however I now keep them around the base of my TV and they look fab. Made from strong glass and with the mercury finish these look lovely both on and off.  </span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-size: x-large;"><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Essie Winter Collection Mini Set </span></b></span><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">�4.00 <a href="http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/371459147519?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a></span></b></span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">This is a lovely Essie set from last year which I actually have. These 3 minis normally costing �12.99 really are lovely and can be used alone or together. Also I find the mini sized Essie polishes just the right size because I don't know anyone that's ever used up a nail polish before! Jiggle Hi Jiggle Low I think it my favourite shade as it's a super metallic light gold/silver, but I also love Jump In My Jumpsuit because it's such a pretty berry raspberry red shade that's ideal for both autumn and winter. Such a bargain!  </span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-size: x-large;"><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Large Wooden Light-up Christmas Village Scene </span></b></span><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">�18.71 <a href="http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Pre-Lit-Wooden-Village-Scene-Table-Window-Christmas-Decoration-LED-Lights-45cm-/401181991841?hash=item5d684f63a1:g:Xk4AAOSwCGVX2-r2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a></span></b></span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Onto the most special item of my festive round-up  and again something I own a similar version of. In fact I have a few of these now that I bring out each Christmas - can you tell I love Christmas? As you can see this is quite a large one at 45cm long so ideal for displaying on a sideboard or window sill. The little village illuminates with a little switch and is battery operated so no wires are on show. Such a lovely decoration for your home that everyone will be impressed by and something that can be brought out year upon year. I may be treating myself to this one!  </span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"></span><span style="font-size: x-large;"><i><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br />I won't say I hope this has put you in the festive spirit as it's a little too early. But I do hope you've found some Christmas treats! </span></b></i></span><br /><span style="font-size: x-large;"><i><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></b></i></span> <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><i><b>Fee xo. </b></i></span></span><br /><br />

Budget Christmas ebay eBay Bargains #62 - Christmas Come Early

*Cue Home Alone soundtrack*  In less than 100 days it will be Christmas Day and at the rate of how fast this year seems to be going (how it...

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Latest eBay Makeup Brushes Round-up - Under �5

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeKqlmXuYbjTdSQrj5sBs0X9HumirkZCpoNwL9N_5kVji7ax0-IhAbP9WKb8erXtUV2ucDDCb1KM9YO9CyDpAUqVhKz7D2NadfrWM97t5EsGoIhpVH3ghDgXIVJEjRsDWiDJezJdSLznk/s1600/Cheap-ebay-makeup-brushes-uk.JPG" /></div><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"></span> <h2><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">It seems like far too long since I reviewed any brushes from eBay, so today I thought I'd correct that and share a round up of my latest eBay makeup brush buys. These are all incredibly affordable with most of the brushes costing only �1-2, but feeling much more expensive!</span></h2><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> <br /><img alt="rose-gold-brush-set-ebay" height="800" src="https://c3.staticflickr.com/8/7564/29412060410_13600f1eb4_o.jpg" width="600" /><script async="" charset="utf-8" src="//embedr.flickr.com/assets/client-code.js"></script><br /><br /></span> <b><span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">8-Piece Rose Gold Makeup Brush Set </span></span></b><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">�4.99 <a href="http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/381727451007?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&var=650779007236&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a> </span></b></span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">This was a set I was excited to receive as they looked amazing in the listing and like no other brushes I'd seen! When they arrived I was instantly impressed, by both the look of them (the swoon-worth textured handles!) and the quality - no chipped coating and ultra soft bristles! In the set you receive 3 face brushes - a foundation brush, angled brush and a blusher/powder brush, along with 4 eye/concealer brushes - a fluffy blending brush. flat lid brush, 2 smaller blending brushes and a pointed crease brush. The are slightly shorter in length than most standard brushes, making them ideal to travel with or just everyday brushes! Out of all the brushes in the set I definitely don't have a least favourite, okay maybe the foundation brush, not because I don't like... it but because I have others that do a better job. But all round I've been impressed with every single one, especially the eye brushes. Expect minimal shedding and fibres that keep their shape after being washed. </span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span> <i><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I still can't get over how pretty the handle of these look and how all round lovely they are! </span></i><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><i>P.S. Also available in gold in the listing. </i></b></span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">  </span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /><img alt="makeup-brushes-cheap-uk-ebay" height="800" src="https://c3.staticflickr.com/9/8357/29076516874_309435a39f_o.jpg" width="600" /><script async="" charset="utf-8" src="//embedr.flickr.com/assets/client-code.js"></script><br /><br /></span> <span style="font-size: x-large;"><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">4-Piece Eyeshadow Blending Brush Set </span></b></span><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">�1.42 <a href="http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/231959308129?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a></span></b></span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">A set of MAC dupe eyeshadow brushes now... for only �1.50, like whaaa!! Seriously I don't know what else you could buy for that price... in fact that's the same price as I paid recently for a bottled drink from a service station! Now I should probably go into detail about which brush is a dupe for what MAC brush, but I only own a single MAC eyeshadow brush, so I can't. However I know what the bristles are like to I'm comparing against that and can say they are definitely dupe brushes. You see the bristle are soft but slightly wiry looking and the shape of them very much reminds me of MAC brushes and are ideal for blending with. You receive 3 natural looking eyeshadow brushes and a single slightly larger black fluffy blending brush. </span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I've been using all the brushes equal amounts and I like them all as additional blending brushes. I find the black bristled brush ideal for translucent powder to prime the lid and to blend out harsh edges, I also love the middle sized brush as a crease brush. I do have a feeling these may become more splayed out over time and they is some shedding but for only �1.42 you can't complain. In fact if in a few months these are looking a little lack lustre I will be buying some more! </span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-size: x-large;"><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Gold Round Top Kabuki Brush</span></b></span><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">�1.49 <a href="http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Cosmetic-Makeup-Brush-Set-Foundation-Stipple-Techniques-Powder-Blush-Tool-New-GN-/111882082600?var=&hash=item1a0cb11928:m:mr_Hdf8r8G9J_8kqCFXtAfg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a></span></b></span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">On to a dupe for a Real Techniques blending kabuki which would normally cost around �9.00... so I nice little saving. Of course some of you may not like buying these kind of non-branded 'dupe' brushes, however I personally like to try them out and have always found them to be really good quality compared to actual fake brushes that scrimp on quality to produce the extra packaging and including the logos. </span><br /><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Other than this brush being an excellent dupe for one of the RT brushes I really cannot get over just how soft the bristles are. It's one of those that you literally sit there brushing over your face until you snap out of it and wonder what you were doing - it's THAT soft. This works exceptionally well with liquid foundations and creates that flawless finish to the skin. Also could be used with cream products as well. Just a lovely lovely brush here. </span><br /><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i>You can also find the matching 6 piece set including this brush for only �3.54 <a href="http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/6PCS-Soft-Makeup-Brushes-Real-Techniques-Contour-Foundation-Core-Collections-/172322932523?hash=item281f3f472b:g:4WEAAOSwFe5XxEm~" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> - what a bargain!  </i></span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-size: x-large;"><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Rose Gold Small Blusher Brush </span></b></span><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">�1.11 <a href="http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/152189266014?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a></span></b></span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Lastly a little impulse buy, just because I liked the look of it... I definitely don't need any more blusher brushes, but oh well! From the tapered handle, to the rose gold ferrule and the perfectly domed shape, I can't get enough of this brush - it's unlike anything else in my brush collection. </span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">With the long tapered handle I've found this can be held further down, achieving the most perfect application with no risk of Aunt Sally-esque cheeks! I've only used this with powder blush so far but already I want a few more to use with my favourite blushes, yes I love it that much! So very impressed with this brush! </span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><i><b>With so many lovely brushes here I hope you've found something to treat yourself to! </b></i></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><i><b><br /></b></i></span></span> <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><i><b>Fee xo. </b></i></span></span><br /><br />

Beauty Budget ebay ebay haul Latest eBay Makeup Brushes Round-up - Under �5

It seems like far too long since I reviewed any brushes from eBay, so today I thought I'd correct that and share a round up of my late...

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The Latest Budget Brushes from eBay - from �1.14!

<div style="text-align: center;"><img alt="Lastest_dupe_ebay_brushes" height="900" src="https://c1.staticflickr.com/8/7394/27097377744_ef2b505630_o.jpg" width="600" /><script async="" charset="utf-8" src="//embedr.flickr.com/assets/client-code.js"></script><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><i>For the past few years I've realised that eBay is the best place to buy budget makeup brushes. From as little as �1 I've found some of my favourite makeup brushes that have stood the test of time and are actually the same quality, if not better, than a lot of high street brushes. </i></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I've recently picked up four new brushes that I instantly had to share because they <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">are all</span> amazing and I<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> think it's good</span> to show them outside of the often pretty rubbish stock images on eBay. I also have a pretty amazing product that solves the problem of switching eyeshadow colours without having to switch brushes! </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /><img alt="ebay_color_switch-dupe" height="800" src="https://c5.staticflickr.com/8/7405/27097376604_49b6a2680d_o.jpg" width="600" /><script async="" charset="utf-8" src="//embedr.flickr.com/assets/client-code.js"></script><br /><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>Colour Switch Dupe - �1.75 <a href="http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/222058508090?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a></b></span> </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">First o<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">n</span> to the product/dupe that solves the issue of having to switch eyeshadow brushes with every eyeshadow colour you use. I found this product thanks to Gemma of <a href="http://www.missmakeupmagpie.com/" target="_blank">Miss Makeup Magp</a>ie (an amazing blog!) and after reading her glowing review I knew I needed to instantly pick it up from eBay for only �1.75. Much like the Vera Mona Color Switch Solo <a href="http://www.beautybay.com/accessories/veramona/colorswitchsolo/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> (�13.50 eep!) this dry sponge housed in a tin removes eyeshadow from your brush with a simple swirl over the sponge, meaning you can then use the brush with another eyeshadow<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> colour </span>and so on. This for me is revolutionary as it means I can use my favourite eye brushes with a number of different shades to create the perfect eye look. This really does work as you can see in the above before and after images and for �1.75 I'm just amazed by it! </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><img alt="ebay-pro-oval-rose-gold-brushes" height="800" src="https://c1.staticflickr.com/8/7377/27097375544_a71b6c6c00_o.jpg" width="600" /><script async="" charset="utf-8" src="//embedr.flickr.com/assets/client-code.js"></script><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Rose Gold Oval Large Brush #1 - �2.96 <a href="http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/291755310940?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&var=590772179387&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a></span></b></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">With already owning two of these stunning looking oval brushes and being happy with my purchases I decided to try out two more. I went for the largest oval brush that can be used for foundation, powder or bronzer and the smallest of the brushes that can be used for concealing, lip application and apparently eyeshadow. As these brushes are incredibly dense and not to mention soft I decided to avoid using the large oval brush for foundation as I knew it would seep down into the bristles and would be a pain to wash. So I've so far tried it with bronzer to really good effect and though it is large it apply product lightly and blending as it moves over the face. </span><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i><b>Side note</b> - As large oval brush is so large and the handle is only plastic you do need to be careful not to apply too much pressure to the bridge of the brush. Mine is fine but I feel with too much pressure it could snap! </i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"> <b>Rose Gold Small Concealer Brush - �1.14 <a href="http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/291755310940?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&var=590772179387&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a></b></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">As for the teeny tiny oval brush I first tried using it to blend concealer under my eyes and found it just moved product around and didn't do much in the way of blending, but then I decided to bite the bullet and try it as a lip brush with a cream lip product and that's then I loved it! I've never thought of using a brush like this to apply lip products before but I'm now converted as it gives such a precise and even finish. Both brushes will sit very happily in my collection!<i> </i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img alt="ebay-dupe-cheap-makeup-brushes" height="800" src="https://c5.staticflickr.com/8/7330/27675542316_0f7a6b4372_o.jpg" width="600" /><script async="" charset="utf-8" src="//embedr.flickr.com/assets/client-code.js"></script><br /><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>Large Professional Powder Brush - �2.69 <a href="http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/121919654230?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a></b></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Next onto a wonderful powder brush that looks so fancy for the price with it's all silver metal handle and pointed tip. As you can most likely see from the images this brush is incredibly soft and perfect shaped making it ideal for sweeping and buffing loose powder over the face. It's also clearly made from synthetic fibres as it catches the light in a certain way - something very important to me! I've so far being using this with my favourite Clarins Loose Mineral Powder a<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">nd</span> couldn't be more pleased with it. A dream brush here!  </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>Marc Jacobs Bronzer Brush Dupe - �1.99 <a href="http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/131810409896?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a> </b></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I love a good dupe and with the Marc Jacob bronzer brush costing �50+ I was eager to see how this �2 brush fared. Thankfully the brush arrived in record speed <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">in</span> just over a week and a half from China and instantly I knew it would either make an amazing setting powder brush or all over bronzing brush. From comparing images of the Marc Jacobs brush the only visual difference I can see is that the dupe brush isn't as dome shaped to the tip but as for size and handle shape they look spot on. Again this is an incredibly soft synthetic brush that feels amazing and works well with bronzer or setting powder. I'd say the brush is a little too large to use contour/bronze the face and i<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">s </span>more of a body brush but I've seen this also said about the much more expensive brush. As I love the above <span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">silver handled </span>brush to apply powder with this will be used to apply bronzer over my chest and shoulders. Another fab brush! </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><i><b><br /></b></i></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><i><b>Hope you've found some makeup brush gems to pick up here! </b></i></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><i><b><br /></b></i></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><i><b>Fee xo. </b></i></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span></div>

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