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Beauty · 23 December 2020

Makeup Brands I Haven’t Tried

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On my blog I talk a lot about the products I’ve tried, so I thought I’d flip it and write about brands I haven’t tried. Especially as more and more brands seem to be popping up nowadays. It’s impossible to keep up with all of the brands, so I’ve picked five that I haven’t tried and included if I think I’ll ever try it.

This is Makeup Brands I Haven’t Tried.

Hourglass

I’ve always wanted to try an Hourglass face palette, but I never liked blush so it didn’t make sense for me to buy it. Which led me to look at the individual powders, but I found it too hard to narrow down. Now that I’ve started to wear blush I am tempted to try one of their palettes.

Will I try it?: I’m very tempted.

Pat McGrath

I don’t think I’ve hear a bad thing about Pat McGrath products, but I had the shock of my life when I checked the website. £120 for an eyeshadow palette is a lot of money, that I just can’t justify. I think if I hadn’t of gone makeup crazy a few years ago then I may have treated myself to one of these palettes, but I have too many to work through as it is.

Will I try it?: I want to! Maybe on a special occasion.

Ofra

I’m always surprised when I remember that I’ve never tried Ofra. When the highlighters first started getting raved about, I’d have one in my basket, but never click checkout. I’m still not quite sure what put me off, because from the reviews I know I’d like it. I’ve always loved an intense highlighter and from what I’ve seen these are perfect.

Will I try it?: I’m not in a rush, but I’d like to try something.

Zoeva

I’ve heard a lot of good things about Zoeva over the years, but I’ve never tried anything. When I first discovered makeup I came very close to trying the brushes, but decided against it in the end. I’ve looked at the palettes, but something about them never drew me in.

Will I try it?: Probably not.

KKW Beauty

One of the main reasons I haven’t tried this brand is because of the shipping. It’s an American brand, so as well as paying for shipping, customs get added. I’ve gotten to the point that I don’t buy anything that has a customs charge because I find it so unnecessary. Even though I have to admit that I probably wouldn’t try anything even if customs weren’t a thing. Nothing has jumped out at me.

Will I try it?: Probably not.

There we have it that was Makeup Brands I Haven’t Tried.

This post also marks my last post before Christmas, so I hope you have an amazing day and make the most of your circumstances. As I know Christmas is very much up in the air with the current regulations.

What makeup brands have you not tried?

Thank you for reading!

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  1. Molly @ Transatlantic Notes says

    23 December 2020 at 3:27 pm

    I’ve not tried any of these brands either and I totally get the feeling of not being inspired to try some brands. I can’t put my finger on why exactly, but nothing really draws me in. I will check out some of the ones you mentioned here be a possibility for a purchase in the future though!

    Reply
    • luxuryblush says

      24 December 2020 at 2:31 pm

      Glad it isn’t just me who hasn’t! Yeah, it can be hard to know what it is sometimes. I hope you find something you love xx

      Reply
  2. Radi says

    24 December 2020 at 8:04 am

    I haven’t tried any of these brands too. Wouldn’t mind trying them in the future.
    Happy Holidays and see you in 2021!

    http://www.fashionradi.com

    Reply
    • luxuryblush says

      24 December 2020 at 2:32 pm

      I hope you find something you love if you do xx

      Reply
  3. seadbeady says

    24 December 2020 at 11:07 am

    I have tried none of those either, but in my recent blog post I tried a highlighter from Jolie Beauty and was thrilled with it 🙂

    Reply
    • luxuryblush says

      24 December 2020 at 2:33 pm

      Glad it isn’t just me haha! I love Jolie Beauty highlighters and I’m glad you like it too xx

      Reply
  4. Fadima Mooneira says

    24 December 2020 at 11:23 am

    Yeah, there a lot of new cosmetic brands these days. There are a lot of brands I haven’t tried either. I also don’t know if I will try some of them or not. I’m quite picky when it comes to cosmetic brands.

    Reply
    • luxuryblush says

      24 December 2020 at 2:36 pm

      There really are! It’s so hard to try them all as so many pop up. Me too xx

      Reply
  5. The Newbury Girl says

    25 December 2020 at 1:15 am

    Ohh so many brands that I love on this list!! Pat McGrath truly makes some of my favorite shadows – but I would recommend to wait until she has a sale. Throughout the year, she usually holds a couple of 25-30% off sales that bring her 10-pan palettes under $100!

    Ofra makes some stunning highlighters and KKW actually creates a lot of lovely neutral basics!

    Reply
    • luxuryblush says

      27 December 2020 at 5:43 pm

      So glad you like them! That’s a really good idea, and it’s good to know the formula is good. I’ve heard so many good things about the highlighters! That is very true xx

      Reply
  6. Lovely says

    25 December 2020 at 7:38 am

    You can never go wrong with Pat McGrath. It’s pricey but worth every penny!
    xoxo
    Lovely
    http://www.mynameislovely.com

    Reply
    • luxuryblush says

      27 December 2020 at 5:43 pm

      I’m definitely going to wait until a sale and then give them a try xx

      Reply
  7. Georgia says

    25 December 2020 at 9:08 pm

    Have to say that I haven’t tried most of these either! There are so many brands I’m intrigued by but my bank balance would bein pieces if i gave in! Thanks for sharing <3

    //teandtwosugars.blogspot.com xx

    Reply
    • luxuryblush says

      27 December 2020 at 5:44 pm

      Glad it isn’t just me haha! I know what you mean, there is so much choice nowadays. It’s no problem thank you for stopping by xx

      Reply
  8. Lenne Zulkiflly says

    26 December 2020 at 3:42 am

    I haven’t tried most of them but I’ve tried Zoeva and they’re just alright. Won’t repurchase though. Happy holidays and stay safe! xx

    lenne | lennezulkiflly.com

    Reply
    • luxuryblush says

      27 December 2020 at 5:45 pm

      Glad it isn’t just me! I know what you mean. Happy Holidays and thank you, you too xx

      Reply
  9. juliaspeaks says

    26 December 2020 at 9:50 am

    Pat McGrath is definitely a tempting brand, but so so expensive as you say! I don’t think I could ever bring myself to spend that much money on one item haha. One brand I haven’t tried before is Huda Beauty, and a few days ago I finally treated myself to one of her products – the Desert Dusk palette, which I’ve been in love with ever since it came out! Can’t wait to try it out!! x

    Julia x
    Last Post: The Best Festive Displays in Paris This Winter!

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    • luxuryblush says

      27 December 2020 at 5:46 pm

      It is really tempting! I know what you mean, it’s hard to part with so much for makeup. I hope you love the palette!xx

      Reply
  10. katieemmabeauty says

    26 December 2020 at 10:48 am

    Glad it’s not just me who thinks Pat McGrath is sooooo expensive! And couldn’t recommend Zoeva makeup brushes and eyeshadow palettes enough! My Cocoa Blends palette by them has had so much love!

    Katie | katieemmabeauty.com

    Reply
    • luxuryblush says

      27 December 2020 at 5:47 pm

      It’s a lot of money, that’s for sure. I’ve heard so many good things about the brushes and palettes. Oooh I’ll be sure to look into that one xx

      Reply
  11. Danielle says

    26 December 2020 at 5:47 pm

    I really want to try out some items from Pat McGrath next year!

    Danielle xx

    Reply
    • luxuryblush says

      27 December 2020 at 5:47 pm

      Me too, everything she does looks so beautiful xx

      Reply
  12. crystalsandcurls says

    26 December 2020 at 11:10 pm

    omg 120 pounds for eyeshadow??? That’s… yikes… I haven’t tried any of these brands either! Hope you had a great christmas lovely xx

    Reply
    • luxuryblush says

      27 December 2020 at 5:48 pm

      It’s a lot of money isn’t it?! Glad it isn’t just me haha! Thank you, and you too xx

      Reply
  13. Danielle Beautyblog says

    27 December 2020 at 1:35 pm

    I haven’t tried Ofra or KKW Beauty either! Hourglass palettes are on sale right now…:P xx

    Danielle’s Beauty Blog 

    Reply
    • luxuryblush says

      27 December 2020 at 5:48 pm

      Glad it isn’t just me! Oooh I’m off to have a look haha! Thanks for letting me know xx

      Reply
  14. Melina Elisa says

    30 December 2020 at 7:50 pm

    I haven’t tried any of these products either! My sister just got an Hourglass mini palette, so I’ll definitely try her palette at some point! Great post Hannah xxx

    Melina | http://www.melinaelisa.com

    Reply
  15. Siobhán says

    30 December 2020 at 11:25 pm

    I haven’t tried Ofra or KKW either! I adore Pat McGrath x

    Beautylymin

    Reply
  16. A Woman's Confidence says

    1 January 2021 at 10:16 pm

    I’ve recently got into Pat McGrath and I’ve got to admit it’s amazing! It’s definitely very pricey but the formulae are phenomenal. The Sublime Perfection Foundation is my new favourite foundation! Obviously the products are pricey but they might be good to ask for birthday presents so you can try the brand out.

    I’ve also not tried Ofra. Although some of the highlighters sound amazing, there are always brands I’m more drawn to! x

    Reply
  17. nortoncharity says

    2 January 2021 at 1:37 pm

    I haven’t tried these makeup brands before either. I usually just stick to what I know I like before trying out any new ones.

    Reply
  18. Steph Hannam says

    2 January 2021 at 5:15 pm

    I’m dying to try Hourglass too. Their Scattered Light Glitter Eyeshadow look stunning x

    Reply

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