Benefit The POREfessional - Review

Benefit The POREfessional*

I have been using this primer for a long time. A while back, I received a sample free with a magazine and since then I've been lucky enough to receive two more samples before receiving the full size in the goodie bag from #SheffieldMeetUp. I was extremely grateful that I had received it as I was going to purchase one once my sample had ran out. 

I actually alternate between the Clarins Instant Smooth Perfecting Touch Primer and this one. Some days my pores are bigger and I do find The POREfessional does a better job at concealing my pores. It provides a perfect base for my make up and leaves my skin feel silky and smooth. The kind that you just want to sit there and stroke! I know some people just apply it to their problem areas but I like to apply primer to my whole face to prepare it for make up. 

It is a silicone primer which means the silicone fills any pores or fine lines you may have. The Clarins primer is a silicone based primer too and I much prefer them over water based primers but just bare it in mind when shopping for primers and buy one that suits you. I haven't found it to clog my pores or break me out which is always a good thing. 

I really enjoy using this primer and I will definitely purchase it myself when I run out. I am a girl who suffers from fairly large pores and this just keeps them under control during the day. 

Have you tried Benefit The POREfessional? What is your favourite primer? 

Rachel x

Lost In Lipstick 

Everyday Make Up #2

Primer - Benefit the POREfessional

Foundation - No7 Stay Perfect Foundation in Calico (review here)

Concealer - Collection Lasting Perfection Concealer in Light

Concealer - Collection Illuminating Touch Brightening Concealer in Natural 

Powder - Rimmel Stay Matte Pressed Powder in Transparent

Bronzer - Rimmel Sunshimmer Bronzing Compact Powder in Light Matte

Blusher - Rimmel Lasting Finish Soft Colour Blush in Bronze

Eyeliner - No7 Amazing Eyes Pencil in Black

Mascara - Rimmel Extra Super Lash Mascara in Black

Eye Shadow - MUA Undressed Palette (review here)

Lipstick - Topshop Lipstick in Rumour Has It

My last 'Everyday Make Up' post was posted at the end of September and some of the products that I use now have changed quite a bit. I love finding new products, especially when they are better than the ones I am currently using! The products that haven't changed are my bronzer and mascara. You can read what I think in my last post here so I won't go into too much detail. I am still looking for a new bronzer though. Even though this one is light matte, I find it too dark for my skin. Any recommendations?

I don't always use this primer, just on the days when my pores are looking particularly big! There are lots of primers out there these days and I want to try some others. So if you can recommend a good primer, please let me know. I had a Foundation Match Made consultation at the No7 counter in Boots. You can read about my experience here. I have been using this foundation ever since and I love it! I apply it with the Real Techniques Expert Brush and it provides great coverage with a matte finish. I think everyone who writes a beauty blog owns this concealer, but the Lasting Perfection Concealer is amazing! It provides great coverage over blemishes and spots and is so cheap. I find it's too thick to use under my eyes, so instead I have been using the Illuminating Touch Concealer. This is perfect for covering up dark circles and brightening the eye area. I use the Real Techniques Foundation Brush to blend both concealers. Even though I am using the Stay Perfect Foundation, which is matte, I still find I need powder in certain areas. The Rimmel Stay Matte Pressed Powder is perfect as it really is matte and doesn't appear cakey. I have used my Clinique blusher for almost two years now, but I recently decided I wanted a more neutral blush for the winter. I spotted this Rimmel blush in bronze and decided it would be perfect. I also use it for contouring but I am new to the whole contouring technique and I'm still learning! Any tips? I am honestly surprised at how good this eye shadow palette is. I love neutral eye shadows and you can create so many looks from this one palette. I'm also surprised I haven't hit pan with any shades yet as I'm always using it! This is my second Topshop lipstick and I love them both. The formula is so creamy and moisturising. Rumour Has It is a lovely nude shade perfect for the daytime.

Can you recommend a bronzer for my pale skin? Do you have any contouring tips for me?

Rachel x

Lost In Lipstick