Swatch and Review: Becca x Jaclyn Hill Champagne Splits in Prosecco Pop and Amaretto

So it's been over a month since my last post. Oops. Well, I've got a great swatch and review today! Anyone who has been keeping up with the latest makeup releases knows that the Becca x Jaclyn Hill collabs are always big news. I decided not to indulge in the face palette ($52) since I've heard a lot of mixed reviews about it. Super glad I waited because Becca and Jaclyn Hill came out with the Champagne Splits ($38) and I'm totally in love!

 I did a post on Becca x Jaclyn Hill Champagne Pop highlighter a last year, and I fell in love with that highlighter. When Becca x Jaclyn Hill came out with these new shades, I just about died.

First up, the packaging. Can we just take a moment to admire the beauty of this gold packaging? Sigh.

Swatch and Review: theBalm Mary-Lou Manizer, Bahama Mama, Instain Houndstooth, and Instain Swiss Dot

Several weeks ago I ordered some products by theBalm Cosmetics on Hautelook. I kinda love/hate Hautelook because the price for high-end cosmetics is crazy affordable, but the shipping time usually takes about a month and a half. 

Anyway, I decided to get the famous Mary-Lou Manizer highlighter ($24), Bahama Mama bronzer ($20), and the Instain blushes in Houndstooth and Swiss Dot.

I've heard so many great things about theBalm Cosmetics and I've always wanted to order something from them because their packaging is just way too cute!

Swatch and Review: Colourpop Part IV - Super Shock Cheeks in Between the Sheets and Butterfly Beach

Finally, my last Colourpop review (for now, at least). While my previous reviews were about Colourpop's lipsticks, I added a couple of cheek products to test out as well.

I got a blush in Between the Sheets which Colourpop describes as "a mid-tone pink-beige in a matte finish." 

Swatch & Review: Josie Maran Argan Enlightenment Illuminizer

Clearly, my obsession with highlighters has not ended. I've got at least another three highlighter reviews on the way, lord help me.

I got a sample of Josie Maran's Argan Enlightenment Illuminizer ($26) with a Sephora purchase once and I fell in love. This is the holy grail of highlighters if you want a highlight so strong you glow in the dark.

 I have a love-hate relationship with the packaging. The bottle is gorgeous and I love how you can see how much product there is left, but...

Swatch and Review: Becca Shimmering Skin Perfector in Opal - Liquid and Poured

I've been obsessed with highlighters lately. Ever since I got Champagne Pop, my makeup has changed dramatically. I used to be all about having my makeup as matte as possible, but now I can see how much dimension and life highlighters can bring to my face.

Some days when I don't feel like putting in any effort, I'll just brush on some highlight on my cheekbones and call it a day. I love how effortless these highlighters are and how much of a difference they can make.

I got the travel size highlighter in Opal ($19) a few weeks back, but I have yet to review it, so I'd thought I'd combine both the poured and liquid highlighters in one review.

I'm seriously obsessed, and I can occasionally go overboard with highlighting. However, Becca products are really versatile with their products and make highlighting super easy.

Swatch & Review: Becca x Jaclyn Hill Shimmering Skin Perfector Pressed in Champagne Pop

Becca and its highlighting products have been so popular as of late, and I wanted to see what the fuss was about, and I'm pleased that I did.

I purchased the highlighter made in collaboration with Jaclyn Hill in Champagne Pop ($38), which is a pinkish gold shimmer. I've always wanted to try contouring, but I can hardly put on eyeshadow, let alone contour my face. So, I thought I'd try highlighting - or strobing - which been the next 'it' thing after contouring. 

Strobing uses an illuminating highlighter to accent the high planes of the face like the cheekbones, brows, and bridge of the nose. It results in a natural, dewy, and glowing finish and brings dimension into the face without the need of contouring (though you can add contouring if you want). 

I've been trying this product for the past few days, and I love how it makes me look fresh-faced and glowing, even if I'd hardly gotten any sleep.