Moden Makeup

If you're an avid YouTube watcher you've probably heard about these products. Both brands blew up on the skincare seen in short order as expensive, but effective. If you're like me you quickly began to wonder: which is better? Short answer: it depends.


Long answer...

I've mentioned Good Genes a few times before on the blog. This 'all-in-one lactic acid treatment' is raved about by the likes of Stephanie Nicole and Caroline Hirons.

From the box: "Deeply exfoliates the dull surface of the skin for clarity, radiance, and younger-looking skin. Visibly brightens the appearance of age spots and discolorations. Instantly plumps the look of fine lines and wrinkles in 3 minutes*

*Clinically tested and proven to significantly improve the appearance of lines and wrinkles in 3 minutes. Results obtained via profilometry analysis.

With Key Ingredients:

Purified Lactic Acid: One of the most hydrating Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs), Lactic Acid exfoliates the surface layers of t…

CoverGirl and their rubber bristle mascaras.For the last five years I've been trying the Lash Blast range and generally finding them average.


From the site: "FULL LASH BLOOM MASCARA BY LASHBLAST
With Full Lash Bloom Mascara, get exceptional full lashes that’s soft - even to the touch. With our new petal-shaped brush and mousse formula with natural beeswax, lashes are never stiff or brittle. Perfect for everyday wear, Full Lash Bloom Mascara is also safe for contact lens wearers and is ophthalmologically tested. So bring out every last lash, and embrace you in full bloom!

HOW TO APPLY

Step 1
Hold the brush as close as possible to the base of your lashes.

Step 2
Wiggle brush gently as you move it upward through lashes towards the ends. Build as desired so that you can reach every single lash, creating a soft, full look."

This mascara is available in 'Very Black', 'Black' and 'Black Brown'. I have the 'Black' version and it was gifted to me by V…

Like Heidi and I, some things are just #bettertogether 😊

On a real, I love favourites posts where I share with you two products that work well together. This is another one.

Julie G 'You-niverse' + ILNP 'Rapture (H)'

Perfection.


M.A.C 'Chestnut' + Moden Cosmetics 'Bare Naked'

Bare Naked is nice warm nude with a very comfortable matte formula.


NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer 'Caramel' + Make-up Designory Loose Powder 'Desert'
I've raved about these products individually but together they create an under eye brightening masterpiece.

Guerlain L'Or Radiance Concentrate With Pure Gold Make-up Base + Becca Ever-Matte Poreless Priming Perfector
The jury is still out on this Guerlain primer but somehow, applying it all over my face and then targeting the middle with the Becca is giving me a finish I really really like.

Laura Mercier Face Illuminator 'Illuminator' + Jessup Tapered Highlighter 
I know a lot of people love using fan brush…