Wednesday, August 15, 2012

My First International Blogger Swap (With Mags from EmeraldEyeliner!)


The posting of this swap has taken forever because every time I look at all of the gorgeous items I feel the need to put practically every product on my face! Mags did an AMAZING job in getting me basically everything I'd get myself! I did ask for a few specific items, but mostly told her what I liked (Lipstick, Blush and corals, corals and pinks;-)! -well, makeup!) and that I was eager to try Sleek, MUA and Barry M. Mags did not disappoint!!! 

Packaged goodies and cute post it notes=)
When The post man walked up my driveway I ran out in my jammies, I was excited, he smiled and said, wow, must be some good stuff!, I thought to myself-you have no idea-Make up from abroad-!!




UD Tinted Moisturizer, 17 Blow Out Eye Kohl Liner, Bourjois Max Definition Mascara, Collection Multiplier mascara, Some beautiful Oasis bracelets <3 b="b">


MUA Heaven and Earth Palette


I was ecstatic to see the Bourjois Delice de Soleil Bronzing powder (with the cool spinning mirror attached!), The adorable Bourjois Blush with mini brush, The gorgeous 3 by Sleek Palette- I was beyond excited as I drooled every time I saw this in blogs!!! and last but not least my new everyday-everynight-always new favorite blusher-MUA #4. This color is gorgeous. In fact I returned a lot of unloved, unused MAC ones because this one (and all the others will easily take their places!!)



Sleek by 3 blush palette <3 b="b">

Swatches: L to R-MUA #4, Bourjois mini blush, Bourjois Delice, YSL Bronzer



The swap started, as I mentioned with a Kate Moss Rimmel Schiap dupe, #20-which is gorgeous, she also kindly send the beautiful coral #16. I mentioned to Mags but these Rimmel lipsticks smell good! The American Rimmel lipsticks smell don't appeal to me, at all. I've heard people describe them as sugary sunscreen-I love their lipsticks but the smell put me off. The ones Mags sent smell divine-again I cannot describe it except to say I'd like to eat them. 
I LOVE the Lipsticks-Beautiful selection of pinks and corals-there is one Barry M lip color missing. My mom asked to "borrow" it (she's too cute). It was a green lippie that adjusts to your lip tone and changes color. I thought my mom was going to cry with happiness, I let her have it;)
L to R: 17, MUA Nectar, MUA #3, Barry M, Collection "Sweet Tart", Rimmel #20, Rimmel #16

MUA Heaven and Earth Palette

Swatches are the same as they are placed on the palette
top row/top on arm, L to R. The pigmentation of these are wonderful! Have used this palette several times without a primer and even in this bloody 102-108 degree weather looks decent! 
17 Glitter eyeshadow (didn't write the name down and it's at home-D'oh!) Gorgeous color!

Nail Paint By Barry M (No color listed but its a gorgeous Vibrant coral frost, and  (Finally) Barry M Peach Melba!! I have literally had this on my wish list for ever!! I LOVE them both!!

A Beautiful Marilyn Monroe card (Mag is a huge Marilyn fan!), free Bourjois glasses that she kindly included as they were a free gift with purchase. Have worn them everyday. And the beautiful beaded bracelets.

I have to say I was SOOOOO happy with my swap with Mags, I can honestly say besides getting all these wonderful, and amazing products I've also made a new friend. I think Mags can attest to that. I probably tweet her about 20 times a day. Just like old chums do!
If you get the chance to swap, I cannot recommend it enough. Mags and I are swap buddies for life (Like Ted and John in TED the movie)hehe.


17 comments:

  1. Ohhhh wow what a lovely package. I have the MUA heaven and earth palette too and I love it x x

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    1. it was an amazing package indeed!!! I love that Palette. Love.

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  2. I am delighted that you like what I sent you ;) it has been so exciting to swap and such good fun ;)

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    1. You're the BEST Mags. I'm excited to, especially since I still have to send Part 2! hehe:)

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  3. Great haul! You got some really amazing looking stuff--I really like the look of the MUA neutral palette! I've also been wanting that Bourjois bronzer for a while now too

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    1. I'm loving it all-it almost to pretty to use-but I can't help myself!!

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  4. wow wow. u got really good stuff! hope you like them! nothing excites me more about swapping with overseas beauty buddies!

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    1. I got extremely lucky! I loved every single item I got! Me too love seeing swap posts! Its an excellent way to meet fellow beauty lovers all over the world!

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  5. Wow so many great products...love all the MUA lipsticks and Heaven & Earth palette...cute sunglasses too!! Great swap!!

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    1. I am beyond happy and it's hard to use anything - since I can't just go and pick up some more! Those are my new fave sunglasses!

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  6. WOW! I can understand your excitment, deliveries don't come much better than that. A great selection! I love sleek, 17 and Barry M. You'll have to let me know when you're ready to do another and how it all works.

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    1. I feel like its Christmas everyday with all that stuff! I love all the knees you mentioned- I know have more Barry M to add to my collection (thanks to you!) and am loving all the 17 products! I've been picking up a few pieces for you here and there but will def let you know!

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  7. Loved both yours and Mags' posts - such a great idea and you both put so much effort into it, really makes me want to do a swap with someone! Enjoy all your goodies lady xo

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    1. It was so much fun. I'm going to start playing the lotto so I can do this more often! I have another swap lined up or I'd def be up for swapping with you=)

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  8. Fantastic swap... great products!!!
    I did an international swap few months ago and I couldn't wait for the package to arrive... hehe... gladly I didn't have any issue with custom. planning my second one now... any recommendation? :)

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    1. I'm still awe from all the beauties I got sent=) Yes, luckily she also didn't have a problem with customs-whew!

      recs: oh, wow...Lately I've been all about drugstore brands-wet'n'wild makes great eyeshadows and lipsticks. I love hard Candy's blushes/bronzers. Now sure if Prestige is avail to you but their mascaras are great and reasonably priced=)

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  9. Wow that's a great swap :) Your super lucky!

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