{"id":1236,"date":"2017-02-02T01:06:11","date_gmt":"2017-02-02T01:06:11","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/severnwishes.co.uk\/?p=1236"},"modified":"2017-02-02T01:10:59","modified_gmt":"2017-02-02T01:10:59","slug":"makeup-revolution-december-2016-advent-calendar-unboxing-and-full-review","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/severnwishes.co.uk\/wordpress\/makeup-revolution-december-2016-advent-calendar-unboxing-and-full-review\/","title":{"rendered":"Makeup Revolution December 2016 Advent Calendar, Unboxing and Full Review"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Makeup Revolution 25 Window December 2016 Advent Calendar<\/strong><\/p>\n

I think I underestimated how long it would take to photograph, test and evaluate all of the products contained in the December 2016 Makeup Revolution advent calendar. Saying that, not only have I thoroughly enjoyed trying things out and learning more about them, but it’s been fun to open something other than tiny chocolates on the run up to Christmas!<\/p>\n

So it’s taken me a while to write this post and complete all the images I needed for it (and by a while I mean it has taken weeks of photograph, both taking and processing and swatches and product testing). Weather (for lighting) and health (I have had two very nasty bouts of colds in the last 6 weeks) have also been against me.
\nSo I do apologize now for the video that I made, I am still uploading it because I put so much effort into it!!! But the quality isn’t that good, so you have been warned! I wish I had a soft box! I will place the link at the end of the post for those who want to see it. But the main thing is that I truly hope you like my photography, I have spent many hours on these images…<\/p>\n

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Where to start! I will begin by telling you all how impressed I was with the way in which the products were packaged, and how fabulous the design of this calendar was, even though there was nothing hugely special about it. The black and rose gold colours made it stand out and it wasn’t over the top like some brands are. You would have thought it would have been heavier too, but the whole set was contained in a large stand-able box, with a fold in the centre so it could be stood up or lain flat as well.<\/p>\n

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The nature of the rest of my post will be to go through the items within this years calendar (2016) and to give each item the attention it deserves. It will be numbered by how it came out of the box, and if I have used it the item will be reviewed individually. Any product information will be contained in the photographs, if you would like further information on anything please leave me a comment declaring the question and which number of item.
\nAfter all of the 25 items have been listed, I will give an overall impression and opinion of the best products. And finally I am going to end with some swatches and colour correct photographs for you.
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\n<\/a>Full \u200bList Of 25 Items<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

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1. Lipstick – Beige in Colour<\/strong><\/p>\n

A very nice colour of lipstick, one I will use again.<\/p>\n

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2. Brush – Foundation<\/strong><\/p>\n

This brush can double in use and is easy to store and clean because of its size. It has white bristles with a subtle hint of pink from the centre. Looking more glamorous than you would think for the price, it’s an ideal item for handbags.<\/p>\n

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3. Anti Shine Balm<\/strong><\/p>\n

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4. Strobe Balm<\/strong><\/p>\n

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5. Lipstick – Hot Pink<\/strong><\/p>\n

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6. Brush – Face Brush<\/strong><\/p>\n

This brush is great quality and has lovely soft bristles. Great size for your handbag or for taking on holiday. The rose gold is a lovely addition for a little glamour.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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7. Baked Blush – Hard Day<\/strong><\/p>\n

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8. Lipgloss<\/strong><\/p>\n

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9. Lipstick – Nude in Colour<\/strong><\/p>\n

A great neutral shade of lipstick, ideal for many looks.<\/p>\n

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10. Mono Eyeshadow – Paper Luxe<\/strong><\/p>\n

A wonderful pale eyeshadow which is ideal for layering looks and a great base coat for eyelids.<\/p>\n

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11. Lipstick – Purple<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"\"12. Eye Primer<\/strong><\/p>\n

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13. Bronzer<\/strong><\/p>\n

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14. Mono Eyeshadow – ‘New Tral Red’<\/strong><\/p>\n

Such a nice shade of red, it had great staying power through a whole day and I was impressed with the quality.
\n2g Pot of Eyeshadow.<\/p>\n

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15. Compact Mirror – black colour with slogan ‘join the revolution’<\/strong><\/p>\n

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16. Baked Highlighter<\/strong><\/p>\n

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17. Lipgloss<\/strong><\/div>\n
A nice girly pink shade of lipgloss, easy to apply.<\/div>\n
\"\"18. Brush – Eyeshadow<\/strong><\/div>\n
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A lovely little brush, great size for doing eyeshadow on eyelids.\"\"19. Mono Eyeshadow – Velvet Luxe<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

A beautiful deep purple shade which is glittery.
\nGreat travel size.
\n2g Pot of Eyeshadow.\"\"\"\"\"\"20. Mini Angled Brush<\/strong><\/div>\n
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Perfect travel size brush, soft bristles.<\/p>\n

\"\"21. Baked Blush – Bang Bang You’re Dead<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\"\"\"\"22. Liquid Highlighter<\/strong><\/div>\n
\"\"23. Lipstick – Deep Red<\/strong><\/div>\n
\"\"24. Lipstick – Cherry Purple<\/strong><\/div>\n
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\"\"25. Redemption Palette<\/strong><\/p>\n

Contains 12 Colours ranging from a silver\/white through browns and golds to black (see swatches below).
\nStaying power was very good, tested over an 8 hour day. The darker colours were more visible, easily blend-able.
\nContains a double brush inside the palette.
\nOnly weighs 14g so ideal to carry around or on holiday.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\"\" \"\"There was only one thing missing from this wonderful variety of makeup items, and that was a makeup bag to put it all into!<\/p>\n

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The Items I Am Most Impressed With<\/strong><\/p>\n

The three items that I have enjoyed the most from this advent calendar are the Redemption Eyeshadow Palette, the Mono Eyeshadow Pots and the Mini Brushes.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

You cannot go wrong with Eyeshadow Palettes and I love that the pots are small enough to go in my makeup bag when I travel. Being brunette I wear a lot of dark coloured clothes, so the Mono Eyeshadows I received within this calendar are perfect for me to use with my regular looks.<\/div>\n
The brushes are ideal for travel and handbags due to their length and the quality is very good. Not only are they soft but they are also firmly set in shape. A regular use for when out and about, two of them can also double in uses for both face and eyes, very handy if you’re short of space in your bag.<\/div>\n
Overall these items have been the best in my personal opinion, and I’m still working up the courage to give the balms and the highlighters a go.<\/div>\n
Two of the lipsticks aren’t the appropriate colours for my skin tone, but could be ideal for fancy dress parties, so they won’t go to waste.<\/div>\n
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When you look at how many items you receive for the price paid, I think the calendar is an excellent idea and a great way of trying things new. What you can use for the money as well, is pretty excellent, there isn’t anything that I definitely won’t use ever. And if I find I won’t I can always gift them away to friends and relatives who would use the products.<\/p>\n

So let me talk about the colours in this calendar, I am now going to show some swatch photographs of the lipsticks and the eyeshadows. I know that some colours won’t be everyone’s cup of tea, but I think it’s important to outline what you are getting, and packaging sometimes gets in the way of that. I will show Lipsticks, Two of the Mono Eyeshadows, and the Redemption Palette.<\/p>\n

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My\u00a0Overall Review is 4\/5<\/strong><\/p>\n

Value for Money 4\/5<\/strong>
\n Quality of Products 4\/5<\/strong>
\n Variety Included 4\/5<\/strong><\/p>\n

Thank you for reading this review today, I hope that you have enjoyed the post and the many many photographs too. I had a lot of fun making them!
\nAnyone who would like any further information on any of the products please leave me a comment. You can check out the Makeup Revolution website the link is below, as is the link to my video.<\/p>\n

\u2729 Sabrina\u00a0\u2729<\/strong><\/p>\n

Check out the Makeup Revolution Website here\u00a0https:\/\/www.tambeauty.com\/en\/Revolution-Makeup\/b-6.aspx<\/a><\/p>\n

Check out (sorry for the quality) the products video over on my YouTube here\u00a0https:\/\/youtu.be\/0LGSWk_3k0Q<\/a><\/p>\n

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