Batiste XXL Plumping powder vs. Bumble&bumble Pret-a-powder

My hair is nowhere near voluminous. It never was. For that reason I like to get some help from volumising powders. Today I will do a quick review for you of 2 I have been trying out and telling you which one I love more.
Let's start with Batiste XXL Plumping powder (£3.99). I own this powder for few months now and have to say, whenever I was after good volume, this delivered it. I sprinkled a little bit into roots of my hair, massaged and there was volume. The volume was there, but hair got very coarse and unmanageable, tangly even in the roots area. I would have to leave my hair, don't brush it, otherwise I would take all of the hair with me. Volume there, but the hair would feel dirty. 

Next is Bumble&bumble Pret-a-powder (£21.50). This one is not only volumising powder product, but also dry shampoo and style extender (whatever this means, but that's what they say:)) This one feels light in the hair, almost like you have not put anything in there, but still gets rid of the oiliness (if your hair is crazily oily, not sure how well it works, but refreshes my hair really well-PS: my hair is more normal) You achieve good amount of volume with no crunchiness at all and hair feels very airy. 

Overall judgement: Bumble&bumble Pret-a-powder is definitely my favourite. Feels light, fresh and natural in the hair. But….for that extra volume and special occasions I would still reach for Batiste XXL Plumping powder. It doesn't feel great in the hair, but gives volume and stays for those sexy dates.

Flawless foundation routine: 9 steps

SETTING SPRAY

I came to this product again after while and I have to say it really does make a difference. I love it as it feels just like water, so no extra creamy step as a primer would do. It really makes your makeup stay, doesn't move and if I have that odd blemish, the concealer stays on better.

I tend to spray it before and after.

FOUNDATION

I am somehow always on a hunt for best foundation. I want coverage without feeling too much. I think I found the right one. It is definitely on a pricier side and that was the reason why I was hesitating for so long. But.....oh man, this is like a dream. My skin looks better, looks healthier, even and well balanced.

I apply it with any brush that I just grab, but personally my favourites are kabuki brushes.

POWDER

I was very disappointed with the packaging of this Dior powder as it broke. Oh, come on, it is not £3 I paid for it....anyways, the actual powder is really nice. (used with MAC 187 brush)

ALLOVER CONCEALER

My absolute favourite concealer of all time is Origins plantscription. Covers well without looking caky. 

UNDER EYE CONCEALER

The best concealer for under eyes is mac prolongwear. Just the best covering (it can be a little bit drying so make sure you are using a great eye cream before)

BLUSH

Blush with my loved RT brush which it makes it so easy. Just apply on cheeks upwards and you are good to go.

BRONZER

I am not going mental with bronzer, just trying to give a little bit of warmth to the skin. Close to hairline. Define my cheekbones. 

HIGHLIGHTER

Highlighter really does make a difference with giving the glow to the skin. My favourite is this MAC soft and gentle. I never use my others.

SET IT ALL

The last time spraying this setting spray and my makeup actually lasts my whole day at work. When it handles that, I am happy.

Any amazing foundation secrets you are on your own? Definitely leave a comment down below, would love to see them:)

Lucia

xox

June 2013 favourites

June has been  really exciting and I have loved some nice products. 

Jún bol veľmi zaujímavý mesiac a zbožňovala som zopár super produktov.

Products I have loved:


Nails:

Sensational nail kit-currently wearing French manicure in Sheer pink (in the video I am wearing Miss behave)

Sensational kit na nechty-v súčasnosti mám na nechtoch Francúzsku manikúru (vo videu mám Miss behave)

Makeup:

Nyx blush in Rose petal

Diorskin nude compact in 020

L'oreal False lash telescopic in waterproof black

Me wearing just the mascara.

Fotka, na ktorej mám iba maskaru.














Skincare:

Skincare

Hair:

Bumble and Bumble Surf spray

Inhibitif advanced hair-free serum

Thank you for stopping by:)

Ďakujem za vašu návštevu:)

Lucia

xox

Empty products #3

Another video:)

Moje ďalšie video:)

products mentioned: (spomenuté produkty)
pink hair gel: colour extreme hair art: on Boots website I found only the spray version: http://www.boots.com/en/Colour-Xtreme-Hair-Art-Spray-75ml_870910/?CAWELAID=334513037
finished products:
gliss kur hair repair regeneration express balm
Redken blonde glam conditioner
Lush Ro's argan body conditioner
Bathandbody works: secret wonderland body lotion
Nivea double effect deodorant
Nivea extra whitening anti-perspirant
Aveeno moisturizing lotion
Liz earle cleanse and polish hot cloth cleanser
Clinique repair wear laser focus serum
Clinique anti-blemish solutions clearing moisturizer
Origins checks and balances
Bobbi brown extra eye repair cream
Clinique even better eyes dark circle corrector
No7 Airbrush away primer
Laura Mercier universal invisible loose setting powder
Clinique 101 invisible matte

Lucia

xox