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November 20, 2014

Quick Reviews #8

Today is all complexion-focused, courtesy of some lovely new goodies from Clarins… Instant Light Radiance Boosting Complexion Base in ‘Champagne’* I did a lot of research about this product because I couldn’t quite figure out its purpose: is it a primer? Is it a highlighter? Can it be worn on its own? After testing it solidly for the past week, I can confirm that the answer is ‘yes’ to all of the above, and I cannot imagine how I lived without it until now. The colour, ‘Champagne’, is a lovely iridescent peach, and it complements my complexion perfectly. I like…

November 19, 2014

Get R50 Off the 2X Sigma Spa Brush Cleaning Glove!

Heads up, ladies! The lovely people at Turquoise Studio are offering All Dolled Up readers an exclusive discount code if you purchase the 2X Sigma Spa Brush Cleaning Glove! Simply enter the code ALLDOLLEDUP at checkout to get R50 off (valid until 30 November 2014). Buy now » We both raved about this game-changing brush care tool in last month’s favourites video and Camilla wrote a full review here. It makes such a huge difference to the speed and effectiveness of your brush cleaning routine; our brushes have literally NEVER been so clean. It has two sides – one for…

November 18, 2014

Which luxury beauty item do you want to win?

In case you missed it, last week we ran a poll so that you could choose whether this year’s Christmas Giveaway prize would be a selection of UK drugstore favourites or a single item of luxury makeup/haircare/skincare. The winner was the luxury beauty so now you get to choose exactly what this is! You can vote for up to three different items from the list below and we’ll pick the main prize from the three most popular ones (in case there are stock or sourcing issues when we come to purchase the prize). We’ve limited the list to items that are…

November 10, 2014

Vote for the Christmas Giveaway Prize!

Following on from the wild success of last year’s massive Christmas Giveaway, we are planning another competition but this time we need your help. This year you get to choose the big prize between a selection of drugstore favourites from the UK high street (something similar to last year’s prize) or a single luxury make-up item to the same value (e.g. Charlotte Tilbury eyeshadow palette, Hourglass Ambient Lighting Powder or Diptyche candle). Once you’ve voted on the two options, we’ll go through a round of further voting so that you can pick exactly what you want to win. Vote now:…

November 7, 2014

3 for 2 Madness!

Happy Friday! As we all wait for the hours to tick by so that we are released from our desks, I thought I would help you with some weekend shopping inspiration. There happen to be three stores running “3 for 2” promotions at the moment so I’ve rounded them up for your convenience. These specials can save you lots of cash on regular purchases but it’s also a great way to score some Christmas gifts at bargain prices. Here are the details plus our top buys from each store: Spree Valid: 3 November – 10 November Offer: Buy 3 and…

November 5, 2014

October Favourites

November 3, 2014

Quick Reviews #7

We were recently sent some goodies from GOSH Cosmetics to try, so I thought I would do a quick review of all three items. These are all available exclusively from Edgars, and the stock seems to be limited, so if there is something here that catches your eye, you best hurry! Forever Metallic Eyeshadow Stick in ‘Grey’* I decided to really put this to the test by wearing it on a night out with no eyeshadow primer (something I never do). I am pleased to say it held up rather well – the colour did fade slightly but there was…

October 31, 2014

Eyeliner Tips & Tricks with Shahnaz Loves Beauty

You’ve no doubt already seen the September Favourites video we filmed with fellow beauty blogger and professional make-up artist Shahnaz Cola-Wrensch. This time, she’s sharing her technique for perfect eyeliner, the best tools and products to use, and hints for getting the best results. Please let us know in the comments if you have any tips you would like to share!

October 24, 2014

Review: Smashbox Full Exposure Palette – A Love-Hate Relationship

Smashbox Full Exposure Palette Review | All Dolled Up

Let me begin by saying that I’m usually quite decisive about whether or not I like products; if I do, it goes into my stash, if I don’t then it gets chucked or donated to a friend. However, I’ve had this palette since April (Camilla bought it for me in the States) and it’s taken me months to figure out if I like it or not… and eventually I realised that I was ambivalent. Let me explain: What’s to love The layout: Sheer genius – seven shimmery shades up top, seven matte shades down below. I’m surprised we haven’t see more…

October 21, 2014

Lust List: Edgars Red Square

Have you taken a leisurely stroll through a Red Square store recently? If not, I highly recommend that you do – there are so many fabulous new releases, I couldn’t believe my eyes. Usually it takes a while for international releases to trickle down to South Africa, but lately I have noticed that they are hitting the shelves a lot quicker, sometimes within a matter of 2-3 weeks, which is fantastic for us! Last night I wandered around a bit and chatted with all the ladies working behind the counters – they were all so lovely and were happy to…

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