Makeup

REVIEW*: Revolution XX Foundation & Concealer

It’s been a little while since I posted about makeup, but XX by Revolution is the newest brand from Revolution Beauty, with such a great range of must-have products for every skin, every shade, every look, most of which are cruelty-free and vegan too! I first reviewed their new XX by Revolution CrystalXX Eyeshadow Palette, which I’d urge you to check out, but today I thought I’d talk about their XX Revolution Liquid Skin Foundation and XX Revolution Super Fix Concealer .

The first thing you’ll notice about the new XX Revolution range, much like their existing range, is that the number of shades available for this foundation is insane. I wasn’t able to swatch the shades in person and chose my shade using the online swatch guides. Unfortunately, I picked one that’s slightly too pale for my skin (FX2), where I’d usually pick the lightest or second lightest shades from other brands, so it's definitely worth swatching the shades if you can.

The foundation is full (matt) coverage and thick in its texture. One pump doesn’t go far and it will set quickly, so I’ve found myself using multiple pumps, one at a time, and blending it in in different parts of my face at a time. I have found that mixing this with moisturiser for a lighter and more blendable base.

The packaging is lovely and very high-end looking. I have dry/combination skin, but find that this tends to suit my skin better when I don’t have dry patches to avoid clinging to these. Because the foundation sets to a matt finish, I find myself not using powder and this will still last all day without the need for touch ups.

Next up is the crease-proof, full coverage XX Revolution Conceal XX Super Fixx Concealer. This concealer is a must for long-wearing coverage. It has stretchable formula that both conceals and brightens skin, covering blemishes, dark circles and redness, with no flashback. Its applicator is unlike any other doe-foot applicator I’ve ever used. It is designed to be under-eye hugging, making it easy to apply in one stroke.

This concealer is quite thick in texture, so proves to be quite heavy duty to cover dark circles. If you are worried about creasing, i’d definitely use a very small amount of this, apply with the doe-foot applicator, then blend using a damp sponge. It’s easy to blend and the shade range is great. The added vitamin E and hyaluronic acid is also a nice touch, leaving a flawless satin finish.

Like the foundation, the concealer is available in 55 shades with yellow, olive, pink, neutral, cool, golden, orange and warm undertones. Available from Boots for £10.00.

Also worth a mention is the t-shirt I’m wearing, a new addition to my wardrobe from Femme Luxe, the Aurora 'Beverly Hills 1990' Oversized T-Shirt. The t-shirt is oversized, lovely quality and affordable too, I ordered it in a large (size 12/14). Also available in white, this works great as loungewear, paired with leggings or jeans a bargain at £8.99. You can check out Femme Luxe’s range of T Shirts here.

Have you tried anything from XX Revolution?

This post contains affiliate links and includes gifted items. All words and opinions are my own.

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, by Beth

Femme Luxe

FASHION: Jumpsuits

So today’s post makes a change for me as I decided that I would get glammed up and start planning the outfits that, when government permit, will be perfect for post-lockdown socialising. Although I hadn’t got anywhere to go (apart from my daily walk), doing my hair and makeup worked wonders for my mood and even if you’re only seeing friends and family members at a 2m social distance, we can still make ourselves feel good!

For my 'lockdown glam', I wanted to try something that I’d always shied away from - Jumpsuits! Femme Luxe has such a lovely range of jumpsuits online, a mixture of formal and casual. Not having worn jumpsuits before, I played it safe and went for two of Femme Luxe's black jumpsuits.

Black Mesh Polka Dot High Neck Jumpsuit – Stephanie (£17.99)

The first jumpsuit I am wearing is the black mesh polka dot high neck jumpsuit from the Stephanie collection. This is such a great way to ease into wearing a jumpsuit because you’d easily mistake this for trousers and a top.

I love polka dots and love the idea of a slim fitting jumpsuit. I usually wear a size 12/14 in dresses and playsuits but after reading guidance on the website, I sized up and went for a size 16. Unfortunately, this means that the sheer top half is a tad too big for me (I’ve worn it with a black bandeau), which is a shame because it fits perfectly on the bottom half and in the leg length (I’m 5’5 ).

Black Mesh One Shoulder Sleeve Flare Leg Jumpsuit - Daisy (£20.99)

The second jumpsuit is the one of Femme Luxe's one shoulder jumpsuits. I chose this in black as it's not only super elegant but super flattering too. I bought this in a size 14 (I usually go for a size 12/14) and it fits very true to size, except being slightly too big under my left arm.

In contrast to the other jumpsuit, where the leg length fit me perfectly, the length of this jumpsuit is a little too long when wearing flat shoes, but when paired heels, is the perfect length. If we weren’t in lockdown, this jumpsuit would be ideal for drinks with the girls or for a black-tie occasion.

I’ve been super impressed by these jumpsuits from Femme Luxe. Both are lovely quality and affordable too, so when we are finally allowed to meet up with friends in bars and restaurants, Femme Luxe is the ideal go-to website for a going-out outfit.

This post contains affiliate links and is in collaboration with Femme Luxe Finery who kindly gifted me the pieces featured. All words and opinions are my own.