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Makeup Revolution 'Fortune Favours The Brave' Full Review // MissBeautyEmily

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Hello everyone!

If you're following me on any type of social media you would have probably noticed I have been raving non-stop about Makeup Revolution's new palette which is a collaboration with BritishBeautyBlogger. The palette itself is called 'Fortune Favours The Brave' and it features 30 matte, satin, shimmer and merged shadows encased in a gold metallic case.

I recently fully reviewed this palette over on my YouTube channel here, but I thought I would type up a mini review for anyone who prefers blog reviews to video reviews. I've also had a lot more time to play around with the shades so we could almost say this is an updated review!

Shadows

As you can see from the picture above, there are 30 amazingly varied shadows ranging from beiges, pinks and golds right up to dark greens, blues and purples. There are a great range of matte to shimmer shadows which I really like as I usually find palettes tend to lean towards one or the other (usually shimmers in my case) and then only include a couple of the other variation.

I absolutely love how this palette incorporates merged shadows, in my video I state how I have personally never seen or owned a palette that has mattes, shimmers and merged shadows all in one palette so this concept is great.

Not only is the variation great but the pigmentation of these shadows are really nice. The lighter shades aren't quite as pigmented as the darker colours but that is usually common with shades that are quite light in colour. There are possibly two or three shades that are quite similar when swatched but for 30 shadows, I think that is an amazingly low number! I've seen palettes with far less colours and still have about 4 or 5 similar/near identical shades.

I find that these shadows tend to fall out when applying so just be sure to wipe excess pigment away from under your eyes when completing your look. Apart from that minor fault, the eyeshadows themselves stay on the lid very nicely and last throughout the day, although I have found the colour can fade slightly but this may be due to not applying lots of the product (i.e- packing the colour onto the lid).

Product & Packaging

Perhaps I should have started on this area but I'm sure you don't mind! As I explained above, the palette is a lovely metallic gold shade which looks very sleek and makes the palette look a lot more expensive than it actually is (Heads up, this is only £9.99!). Inside you will find a brush in the middle of the eyeshadows, I don't tend to use this as I have my own specific eye brushes but if you don't own any I think this brush is actually quite decent as it isn't those tacky and hard to use sponge applicators! (What are those even useful for??)

There is also a plastic sheet placed on top of the eyeshadows which shows you the specific names of all them, I love when shadows are named as it gives it a more personal touch and makes makeup tutorials so much easier when explaining what shades you are using!

My personal faves are Pink Diamond, Favour, Sunset Hour, Super Gold and Fortune.

Last but not least, I have to mention the full size mirror this palette has, this has to be the biggest mirror I've ever seen in a makeup item that I've owned and it's honestly a very high quality mirror (As odd as that sounds, you do get products with that horrible 'mirror' material that really doesn't work for that purpose). Due to this handy mirror, it makes this palette so much more portable and travel friendly!

If you hadn't have guessed by now, I really do love this palette and think it's an amazing item for under a tenner! It's a great piece to add to your collection and I took this palette when I stayed with my boyfriend for the Easter and it was all I needed due to the amazing colour range.

You can find this palette on Makeup Revolution's website and soon to be in-store at Superdrug!

Interested in an in-depth video review?

Then click the above image or here!

Thanks for reading!

Do you own this palette? What are your thoughts?

- Emily x

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Unique Secret Santa Ideas Under £10 ♡ // MissBeautyEmily

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Hey everyone ♡

So I covered stocking fillers in my last post and didn't want this to seem repetitive so I've decided to focus on unique and quirky ideas that you can get as a secret santa gift.

♡ Self Stirring Mug ♡

If you've got a really lazy friend who enjoys a hot beverage then how about a self stirring mug? It is powered by batteries and operated by a simple switch which stirs away until you decide to stop. I found one here for £9.95.

♡ Toast & Jam Body Wash ♡

Clearly this isn't actually toast and jam that you use on yourself, but it's a very realistic sponge and body wash to mimic the well loved snack! I think this is a very cute idea for someone who enjoys strawberry scented things (or is a huge lover of jam on toast). You can find it for £6.95 here.

♡ Touch Glove for iPhone ♡

This gift is perfect for the person who is constantly on their phone and can't bear to put it down, eventually sacrificing their hands in cold weather just to check their social media. Luckily, this iPhone glove exists and you can put a stop to their fingers freezing off, for £7.95 you get a pair of gloves that work seamlessly on touch screens.

♡ Hangover Kit ♡

Ideal for a friend you know who suffers from that occasional hangover after a heavy night out. The kit includes a toothbrush, toothpaste, mints, cotton eye mask, glucose tablets, wipes, a coffee sachet and tissues which are all very handy for when you're feeling a little rough. You can pick one up for £7.95 here.

♡ Lace Lights ♡

A quirky little idea for someone who likes to wear shoes that have laces and also an ideal addition for a night out. These flash every time it detects a movement and last around 150,000 flashes so there is a ton of use from these little LEDs. These are very affordable for only £4.95 and are available here.

♡ Virtual Pet ♡

A very nostalgic looking item, this is definitely a take on the tamagotchi. Perfect for those 90s kids who spent hours on end looking after a pixelated pet. There are 49 different pet options to choose from which all need looking after and feeding. For only £4.95 I think this is an ideal secret santa gift to make them feel nostalgic and take them back to their childhood.

♡ Floating Rose Bath Lights ♡

A cute little idea for anyone who enjoys a relaxed bath, these LED roses are activated by water and are powered by batteries which can easily be replaced. You get three in a pack for £8.95 here.

♡ Giant Cupcake Tin ♡

Who would say no to a massive cupcake? I sure wouldn't so why not buy your secret santa a cupcake tin to bake their own. All they have to do is put cake mix into both sides of the tin, bake it in the oven, assemble both halves together with some icing and then simply decorate. Easy! It's £8.95 here.

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So I've chosen some very unique and quirky ideas... What are you going to buy for your secret santa receiver?

-- Emily xoxo

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Stocking Fillers Under £10 ♡ // MissBeautyEmily

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Hey everyone ♡

I've decided to cover some quick ideas for stocking fillers that are under £10! These are simple yet great ideas that can be popped into a stocking to treat a loved one, enjoy!

♡ Slipper Socks ♡

There are some really cute designs out there that you can pick up for both males and females! I think these would be great since they are compact enough to place into a stocking but are an item that can be used daily and be put to good use. These Polar Bear ones from Peacocks are absolutely adorable and fit in for the festive period so what could be a better buy than this?!

♡ Mini Candles ♡

You can pick up mini versions of candles from brands such as Yankee Candle and Bath & Body Works so why not pop a few of these in? You could get some festive scents or just fragrances you know they absolutely love. These can be picked up for as little as £1 which is brilliant!

♡ Recipe Book ♡

If the person you're getting some stocking fillers for really likes to bake, why not grab a mini recipe book that covers some festive recipes? You could even make your own if you have a keen interest in recipes yourself, that way you could personalise it which adds a special touch.

♡ Bath Bombs ♡

Who doesn't love bath bombs? (Well perhaps the person who has to clean the bath out afterwards but shh). I absolutely love bath bombs and I really need to invest in some because it's been way too long since I've used one. However, that's beside the point, how about grabbing some LUSH festive bath bombs/bath melts/bubble bars. They have created some of the most adorable looking products for Christmas and you cannot go wrong with items from there and you could pick up around 3 - 4 good sized products for under a tenner!

♡ Lip Balms ♡

Lip balms are always a popular item for this time of year so perhaps a lip balm set would be a hit! You can pick up some festive scents from The Body Shop or Zoella's Beauty Range offer a pack of two all year round scents.

♡ Gift Cards ♡

Gift Cards are great if you're not entirely sure what to get someone. There are so many to choose from and you can get some for £10 or under. The only problem with this idea is that not all shops offer a £10 option so that can be a slight hindrance.

♡ Mug ♡

Even if someone isn't a lover of tea or coffee (like me) we still all use mugs to drink out of so why not find a really cute design or relatable saying and place that into the stocking? I personally think you can never have enough mugs/cups and this way you can add to or start their collection!

♡ Earphones ♡

Such a useful item! Earphones are brilliant for all types of people, especially music lovers. I find I'm always needing some new earphones because I manage to twist the wires and break one of them so I can only hear music in one ear, such a pain! It's always good to have a backup so you cannot go wrong with this idea.

♡ Mini Tool Set ♡

A great idea for anyone who doesn't have the essential tools they need in their life. Tool sets can contain items such as pliers, screwdrivers, tweezers etc. This kit in particular has 26 pieces and is now marked down to £5 which is a bargain!

♡ Chocolates ♡

Lastly... chocolate. For all those people you know out there that have a sweet tooth, a box of chocolates or a selection box is always an appreciated gift. I would never say no to a box of chocolates so why not get a box of their favourites? I personally love Galaxy chocolate and they sell massive bars for around £3 which is definitely not a bad price at all.

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I've selected my 10 stocking fillers for under £10 so hopefully these have helped you out if you're struggling at all. Have fun shopping!

-- Emily xoxo

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