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The Jaclyn Hill Palette - First Impression and Swatches.
I was lucky enough to get onto Beauty Bay and get my hands on a Jaclyn Hill Morphe palette before they sold out. The process was surprisingly easy and you can't imagine my excitement when it arrived at my door the next morning (I didn't even pay for next day delivery, great job Beauty Bay!)
On the first impression - I am not in love with the packaging, the silver and white looks pretty sleek when it arrived, however, with a bit of use I'm sure it will be looking rather grubby. The cardboard makes it feels cheap and is difficult to clean - however it cost £37 and there are 36 shades, so I think I could forgive that, as it's pretty great value for money. Also, I feel they missed a mirror opportunity in the lid. I do like that inside the palette has a message from Jaclyn which says "this palette is dedicated to all my loving subscribers" it's a nice reminder of who Jaclyn Hill is, and reflects her gratitude - but it didn't necessarily have to be written on in the inside of the lid - a mirror would have been handier. Also from watching Jaclyn videos, I know the shades have names, but I cannot see them written on the packaging at all, again it's not essential, but would be nice (and would come in handy writing this post!) - apparently other palettes came with a shade name insert, mine didn't. The palette is however very slim and light which although it's large makes it pretty easy to travel with.
Now onto the eyeshadows. It consists of a whopping 36 shades, 17 of which are completely matte, 19 are shimmer, 2 of the 19 have slightly more subtle shimmer, the other 17 are pretty full-on glitzy.
The palette mainly consists of warm-toned shades. There are a lot of the essential warm neutrals are there, plus some pinks, blues, purples and greens, if you fancy being more adventurous with colour. Personally, I don't think there is a shade in this palette I won't get my use out of, however, I love experimenting with colourful eye make up, and also can appreciate a brown eyeshadow.
There are so many colour choices in the palette, I'm considering have a palette clear out, as this got pretty much every colour I need in it (besides a bright pink of course). The colour range means you can create a look for any occasion - whether it's a night out, a casual day look, or even a terrifying Halloween make up.
On swatching a did feel some of the shades were quite similar but then can you ever really have too many neutral eyeshadows? (I think not)
I'm sure you can tell by my swatches - all of the shadows are pretty damn pigmented and have a great colour pay off. I'm yet to try out any looks with the palette yet (but I will be filming a video for Sunday of it in use, subscribe to my Youtube Channel here so you don't miss it.) however, from swatching I can tell the eyeshadows have a buttery blendable consistency to them.
Shade names in top swatch picture from left to right: Pool Party, Royalty, Obsessed, Creamsicle, Enlight.
Shade names from lower swatch image above from left to right: Jada, Twerk, S.B.N, Butter, Beam.
Shade names of swatches above from left to right: Diva, Hussle, Hillster, Pooter, Silk Creme.
Shade names of swatches above from left to right: Enchanted, Meeks, Roxanne, Pukey, M.F.E.O.
Shade names of swatches above from left to right: Central Park, 24/7, Jacz, Hunts, Faint
Shade names of swatches in top image from left to right: Soda Pop, Chip, Buns, Firework, Sissy.
Shade names in the bottom image from left to right: Abyss, Mocha, Cranapple, Queen, Little Lady.
What do you think of these colours? I can't wait to try it out!
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The Base:
What's on my face?
I used my brand new Morphe 35OS Palette for the first time this morning. Once I'd finished doing my makeup I loved the final look, so I decided to share everything I put on my face, along with my first impression of the palette.
The Base:
Too Faced Hangover Primer: I love this coconut scented primer. It keeps everything in place, and give a nice even base, and somewhat tacky texture to apply make up.
NYX BB Cream: This BB Cream is becoming my go to base product. It's perfect for when I want a light coverage and a natural look.
Rimmel Wake Me Up Concealer: I used this concealer under my eyes because it really brightens up those dark circles.
Collection Lasting Perfection Concealer: I popped this one over any blemishes, it's a bit more heavy duty and in a slightly darker shade than the Rimmel one.
The Complexion:
The Eyes:
Morphe Palette 35OS: I used the brightest orange shade in the top corner and the red shade a shades down. I love an orange/red eye look, I think it's such an easy way to make a statement. I also popped a small amount of one of the brown shades to lightly line the top of my eyelid. On first impressions, all of the shades are very pigmented with a nice amount of shimmer. Everything blended really lovely, and I love the look these shades created. I went for the brightest shades in the palette because I wanted to experiment with creating a bold look using this palette - however it certainly has enough shades to create a neutral look if that's what you like. On first impressions I'm very happy with the palette!
No. 7 Lash Curlers: To give my straight lashes a bit of a lift
Maybelline Lash Sensational Mascara: My favourite drugstore mascara, it does all the right things for my short lashes.
Collection Lasting Perfection Concealer: I popped this one over any blemishes, it's a bit more heavy duty and in a slightly darker shade than the Rimmel one.
The Complexion:
Annasatia Beverly Hills Cream Contour Kit (used the shade Havana): I simply used this to give myself some cheek bones, it's perfect to add a little 'shadow' to the face.
Chanel Soleil Tan De Chanel Bronze Universel: This cream bronzer blends like a dream and adds plenty of warmth to the face.
Hourglass Ambient Lighting Powder in Luminous Light: The finely milled powder creates a dewy look and keeps makeup in place and from creasing. It's got some shimmer in it, so it's not the one if you want a matte finish to face. The product also works great as a light highlighter. I, however, wanted a dewy look so I popped this all over.
L'Oreal Blush Sculpt in Soft Rosy: A pop of this on the apples of my cheeks added the perfect amount of flush to my face.
Becca Champagne Pop - The infamous champagne pop highlighter, for the pink toned most shimmery highlight you could want.
The Brows:
Anastasia Beverly Hills Dipbrow Pomade in the shade Auburn: This waxy pomade is perfect to fill in my brows.
The Eyes: Morphe Palette 35OS: I used the brightest orange shade in the top corner and the red shade a shades down. I love an orange/red eye look, I think it's such an easy way to make a statement. I also popped a small amount of one of the brown shades to lightly line the top of my eyelid. On first impressions, all of the shades are very pigmented with a nice amount of shimmer. Everything blended really lovely, and I love the look these shades created. I went for the brightest shades in the palette because I wanted to experiment with creating a bold look using this palette - however it certainly has enough shades to create a neutral look if that's what you like. On first impressions I'm very happy with the palette!
No. 7 Lash Curlers: To give my straight lashes a bit of a lift
Maybelline Lash Sensational Mascara: My favourite drugstore mascara, it does all the right things for my short lashes.
Lips
Estée Lauder Lipstick (the shade has unfortunately been discontinued): This lipstick is perfect for a natural looking pink-toned lip.
Setting:
NYX Dewy Finish Setting Spray: This setting spray is the perfect finish for this dewy look.
I'd love to hear what you think of this make-up look. I can see myself throwing this products on my face a whole lot more.
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