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I bet you weren’t expecting to see me back so soon. After a successful Blogmas I thought I’d take some time off, but I just couldn’t stay away. It turns out blogging everyday has given me lots of ideas; who’d have thought? Also it wouldn’t be early January without a yearly favourites post, would it?
Overall I really enjoyed 2016. Don’t get me wrong; it’s had its ups and downs, but I’m choosing to focus on the positives. I’ve also got some very exciting things lined up for 2017 and I can’t wait to see how they go.
These are my 2016 Favourites.
Nars | Sheer Glow Foundation in Mont Blanc

I may have only purchased this in November, but it has quickly became one of my all time favourite foundations. Mont Blanc is the second lightest shade and it has pink undertones. Contrary to the name, this is more of a medium to full coverage foundation, rather than a sheer one. It also gives the skin a lovely glow, as it has a dewy finish.
Nars | Radiant Creamy Concealer in Vanilla

I originally tried this back in July, but I’m already on my second tube of it. I’m not sure if that’s a good thing, as I only use it under my eyes. Which means I’m either using too much, or you don’t get a lot of product. What I love about this concealer is that it doesn’t crease or fade throughout the day. It also does a lovely job at brightening my under eyes.
The Balm | Mary-Lou Manzier

I feel like I haven’t stopped talking about this highlighter. It is truly a classic a shade that everybody needs in their collection. I won’t go into too much detail here, as I have a full review where you can see how it looks applied. The Mary-Lou Manizer is a golden champagne with warm undertones.
Stila | Kitten Eyeshadow
I don’t think I’ve ever mentioned this on my blog before, which almost feels like a crime. I mean look at the size of that pan, and I’ll admit that I’m someone who doesn’t hit pan very often. Kitten is a warm beige/ peach with a frosted finish. I really enjoy this shade all over the lid, but it works well as an inner corner highlight too.
MAC | Faux Satin Lipstick

If I had to pick a favourite lipstick from my MAC collection; it would be this one. No doubt about it. It’s the shade I’m always reaching for, as I love everything about it. With it having a satin formula, it has a semi matte finish that isn’t as drying as a matte would be. Faux is described as a mauve pink toned nude, and I won’t go into more detail here, as I have a full review with more information.
Too Faced | Melted Lipsticks

The shade I’ve included here is Chocolate Milkshake, but I’ve been loving the formula in general. These lipsticks have been my favourite product of 2016, as I love everything about them. First of all I love how easy it is to find the shade you’re looking for, as the packaging is the same as the shade. They also apply easily, as you squeeze the tube and the product comes out of the bottom and glides across the lips without any pulling.
Ralph

I couldn’t post my 2016 favourites and not include Ralph. After years and years of wanting a dog, I was finally able to get one in September. I have a Pomeranian, and his name was picked out a long time before he was. I’ve absolutely adored having him around and I can’t wait for all of our future adventures.
Those were my 2016 Favourites.
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I love so many of these products! The NARS concealer, Kitten, Faux and the Mary-Lou manizer are all amazing. I'll have to try the Sheer Glow next x
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They're so nice aren't they? Couldn't recommend that foundation enough! x
Lovely bunch of favourites, some of which I really want to try like the melted lipsticks and max faux. Nars sheer glow was my favourite as well, such a beautiful foundation.
Lovely post, loving your blog!
Holly x |
Thank you! Definitely recommend trying them out, they do some gorgeous colours! It reall is! Thank you so much!xx
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I'm glad you've got some exciting things coming up in 2017! You deserve them. I love the Nars Radiant Creamy Concealer and also the Tinted Moisturiser. The Sheer Glow foundation has been on my wish list for a while, but I want to use up some of my current products first. Stila Kitten looks so pretty. I definitely need to swatch it when I'm next passing a counter. Xx
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Thank you so much! May have to look into the tinted moisturiser! Couldn't recommend it enough, but that's a good idea to use your current ones up!xx