Kat Von D Chrysalis Eyeshadow Palette Look #1

I recently reviewed one of Kat Von D's new palettes, the Chrysalis palette, and I thought I would share one of the looks I created.

I thought I would step out of my comfort zone and start with the shades that were most daunting to me: the blues. I haven't worn blue eyeshadow since I was about 15 and that's a point in my life I'd rather forget!

I have to say that I am really pleased with the way it turned out and I am so impressed with just how wearable these colours actually are. The buttery smoothness of the shadows make them so easy to blend and you can be as light/heavy handed as you wish, depending on the look you are going for.

I have to say that in the pictures they do look slightly purpley, but in real life it was much more blue.

  Base: Lucid
Inner Corner: Lunar Lights
Transition Shade: Transition (coincidental name!)
Outer Lid: Hybrid Moments (with a light hand)
Lash Line: Lunar Lights & Transition
Lower Lid: Hybrid Moments into Entombed


I can see myself wearing this look a lot more often than I had imagined, and I think it's perfect for nights out. I would definitely intensify the look with some black gel eyeliner on my lid and false eyelashes.

Kat Von D Chrysalis Eyeshadow Palette Review

Hey buds, I'm back with another palette review, this time I'm talking about one of two brand new palettes from the incredible Kat Von D. This cool-toned palette comes in the most beautiful metallic style packaging. It's sturdy and durable, perfect for on the go or taking away.
 

Inside the luxe packaging are 12 shadows, 3 base/highlighter/blending shades, and 9 of what Kat herself has affectionately labeled 'transformative accent hue' shades. All 12 shadows are finely milled, full coverage and buttery soft. They are cleverly set out into trios, which is not only astheically pleasing, but it takes the guesswork out of it. You know which shades will 'go' with each other, and I love the fact that there is a blending shade to go with each look.
 


All the names of the shades are on the back, which is a definite thumbs up from me. There's nothing worse than a palette with no names! Not only that, but you can tell a lot of thought, time and effort has gone into them too.
 


So here's what you have all been waiting to see..the swatches. First of all, I need to point out that these were all created with one sweep of a shading eye brush. ONE. Amazing. Each of the shades features the incredible patented Power Last™, long-wearing formula. Meaning that they will stay on the lid, for as long as you want them to. Also worthy of a mention is the infusion of antioxidants in each shade. Don't but put off by that, it's actually the first palette I've come across that includes ingredients (Vitamins A, C and E) set to keep your eyelids hydrated. Is there anything she hasn't thought of?

If you would like to see two looks I created with this palette, then stay tuned!

Love,
Rose
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Lorac Unzipped Palette Review

Hey buds
I thought I would review the Unzipped palette today from Lorac, it's one of my absolute favourites. 
Lorac is a brand that is hugely popular on our website; they produce the most beautiful eyeshadow palettes I have ever seen. The Unzipped palette is no exception. Lorac was created by a lady named Carol Shaw, who is a celebrity makeup artist in the US. Lorac is actually Carol backwards- bet ya didn't know that!
This palette puts a complete spin on the everyday 'neutrals', by including lots of rose gold and deep plum shades that are easy to blend and incredibly versatile. There are 10 shades in total; 4 matte and 6 shimmer. The shades range for neutral highlights to deep burgundies and are soft and buttery to touch. Formulation wise, I experienced no fall out, which is quite impressive with shimmery shades. They are also highly pigmented and very buildable. 
I have only identified one dupe thus far, and that's 'Unconditional', similar to 'Tease' from the Urban Decay Naked 2 palette. That being said, 'Tease' is much more purpler than Unconditional, so not a complete match.  My favourite shades have to be Unbelievable and Unattainable, both shimmers. I do really like creating a smokey purple eye with Unconditional and Unbridled, and Undiscovered is the perfect party shade.


What do you think?
Love, Rose