Make-Up For The Eyes 2013 Favourites

Hi there cherubs. How are you doing today? I am sure bored of this rain now, but hey ho there are worse things than bad weather right? I have the second part of my 2013 make-up favourites for you today. This post is focused on eye make-up.

E.L.F. Eyelid Primer

I have used the E.L.F. sheer eye primer for so long because it works so well as a base for eyeshadow to cling to and last longer on the eyes. It works as good as if not better in my opinion than the Urban Decay Primer Potion. I have linked here an E.L.F. haul including swatches where I purchased both of these E.L.F. primers. The thinner tube is the regular sheer which is a bargain at just £1.50. It also comes in shades of Champagne, Pearl & Golden. The thicker tube shown in this photo and also linked in my E.L.F. haul I purchased at the time as part of a trio including Nude, Pearl & Champagne. My nude tube however says sheer? To me they work the same and I will just continue to buy the sheer thinner tube. To view my comparison post testing out the E.L.F. Eyelid Primer in sheer alongside the Urban Decay Primer Potion please see this link!

DreamWeave Lash Construct Mascara Black

For a full review on this mascara please check out this post! This is the mascara I am currently using. The formula still works fantastically. It lengthens, separates, volumises and adds a very black pigment to my lashes.

E.L.F. Mineral Eye Liner Black

This eyeliner is the first I always go to for a simple kohl liner look. This is a twist up pen that is rounded rather than pointed at the end so unless you are using in the waterline this will give you a smudgy rather than precise liner look. The pigmentation is very black, but the more it is smudged out it gives a slightly less harsh appearance. For a quick no fuss defined eye I recommend this product. I sometimes just add a little on the outer corners of my eyes to make them look more wing shaped. This is also a bargain at £3.00.

Primark Eye Liner Pen Black

In this November Outfit Post you can see my make-up close up where I have used this pen. This is so black and has a great pointed nib for easy of control. A great tool for precision eye liner looks. This was £1.50 so great value for money.

E.L.F. Studio Mascara Primer

This product does make a difference to my mascara. It definitely acts as a base for the mascara to cling to and thickens the lashes before my regular mascara is applied. The formula is white and almost creamy, but covers easily when regular mascara is applied over the top. I will repurchase this when this one runs out. At £3.75 you can't go wrong.

Emite Make Up Eyelash Curler

I received these curlers in my August GlossyBox. I was hesitant to include these in this post because I am not sure that they are that easy to get hold of. They do make such a difference to my lashes though so I have to tell you why. These are really easy to hold and I have never pinched my eyes with them. That being said I am very careful and take my time when using them as I don't fancy ripping any lashes or layers of skin off. I squeeze my lashes in them them a few times at the lash root, then move up half way and do the same and finally the same near the end of the lashes. I coat my lashes with my mascara primer, then regular mascara and I am left with wide open eyes that are long, thick, separated, curled and very black. Perfect!

So that's today's post. I have another post on my favourite eye palettes coming up so keep an eye out for that. Let me know what have been your favourite eye products in 2013 in the comments below.

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Beauty Cutey Intro & Dreamweave & Co Lash Construct Magnet Mascara Black Review

Hi there wonderful people. Happy, happy, joy, joy the sun is out. I ventured out today in my short acidwash dungarees and a white t-shirt. No jacket for me which is unheard of and I was not cold, yipee!

Anyway today I have a mascara for you that was sent to me for free by Beauty Cutey to review.

Dreamweave & Co Lash Construct Magnet Mascara Black. I do like the packaging of this mascara. It's a simple gold tube, but I think it stands out from all the cheaper looking plastic styles out there.

The plastic brush head is has spokes all around it, but none on top like some other brands do. The brush head flexes at the end of the wand so it is not stiff. I do like this type of wand as I think it gives the best type of application for me. The formula of the mascara itself is quite wet as you can probably see from this photo.

Before mascara. You can see the blonde tips of my lashes.

I applied one coat to the top lashes and used the remaining product on the lower lashes. 

I added a second coat to the top lashes only as I prefer a thicker flutter on top. 

Here is a little info about the product:

Dreamweave & Co have developed a brand new system using ‘WIDE LASH’ technology that will thicken and nourish the root and stem in 15 days. When Dreamweave mascara is applied it gives a weightless lengthening and flexible flutter with no smudges, clumps or panda eyes. With its ‘go to bed’ formulation you can wake up and still be mascared. 

I would say that this mascara is definitely thickening as the silicone formula wraps around your lashes which is why they advise to apply to one side of your lashes first and then the other. I have always applied mascara to the top of my lashes and then the underneath as any eyeshadow used will fall onto your lashes so when you look downwards or close your eyes this will show unless you coat the top too. Just a little tip ;) 

I do not find the formula clumpy unless applying two coats as I do, but even then it's only very slight. As the idea is not to go back over the mascara once you have coated both sides I can't really fault the mascara for this anyway. 

The pigment is very black which I really like. The formula is quite wet and so it's easy to transfer the mascara onto your lids if you are in a rush like I was here, but as long as you are careful it will be fine. 

The lashes when it has dried are left flexible and do not flake. I have noticed smudging under my left eye below the lashes, but this does not happen every time as it's fine today and I have been wearing it for about 8 hours. 

I haven't tried sleeping in it as I take my make-up off at night so I can't tell you if it will look as good the next morning. 

I would say this is a weightless and lengthening mascara too. I can't tell yet, but let me know in the comments if you think this has thickened and nourished the roots of your lashes if you have used it.

This 6ml Mascara is available at Beauty Cutey for £14.50. If you decide to order products from Beauty Cutey please use code beautifuladdictions so that they know I have introduced you to the brand via my blog.

So who are Beauty Cutey? Beauty Cutey supply make-up, skincare, haircare, nail products and fake tan. They have some popular brands on the website such as Bare Minerals, Elemis, MD Formulations, Nioxin, Paul Mitchell, Jessica, Fake Bake & Xen Tan. 

They have their own Beauty Blog which also covers lifestyle, fashion and food. 

You can sign up to their newsletter for free to receive updates about offers and products as there are lots of great deals with reduced prices and free delivery already on all products.  

Bloggers can contact Beauty Cutey to work with them as I have done in this review. 

There are many social media options to follow Beauty Cutey too. 

You can also make a wishlist of products.

There is a Beauty Cutey Club where you can take advantage of these great benefits:

 I like rewards for spending money so if you are going to order these products online why not get them from Beauty Cutey as you can get more for your money than you might have first thought.

To view the Beauty Cutey website and all of the products please check out this link!

Have you already made purchases from Beauty Cutey? If yes, which products did you buy and were you happy with the service? Have you tried this mascara? If yes, what are your thoughts on it? Let me know in the comments below.

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