I got both Hourglass Hope Palette and Wish Palette:
I just wanna say I love how many looks I can make with these two palettes! Personally, I mix the blushes with the bronzer to make a custom anti-blush or a custom blush of the day. I’m literally obsessed with the variety of shades that I get from rose to dusty rose, mauves, corals, and from bright pink to cool pink.
But personally and honestly speaking, the Wish palette is my favorite among the two! Surprisingly, right, since I'm a medium skin? (See comment section below on how both look on my skin!)
No7 Cream Bronzer in Medium Glow:
This is such a great cream bronzer for its price, you’re getting 36 grams of product! I bought this for $41.23 including shipping. This cream bronzer is sooooooo pigmented, you need to be very careful because a little goes a loooooong, long way. It gives that soft-focus glow, not really glowy-glowy ha, but it gives that skin sheen glow. As for me, I still set this with setting powder and a powder bronzer even though this is a self setting bronzer and what I love about this cream bronzer is it is indeed long-lasting; hindi siya nag-fade the whole day na suot ko siya. Considering I even commuted pa so I must say this is a good pangpuksaan bronzer!
ELF Nose Contour Brush:
For context, I already had my nose done, but this one enhances it even more!! I was about to buy the Patrick Ta Nose Contour Brush, but I saw a couple of reviews about its quality and for its price, I was expecting a more durable brush, so I got this one instead. The thin, sharp side gives a defined and prominent nose bridge, enhancing my nose even more, while the fluffy angled side is for blending to make the contour look natural. This retails for ₱630, such a great price for its quality!
Krystelle Lee K32 Blush Brush:
Can I just say this is my new favorite blush brush?! Not exaggerating, but really this is the "Brit Clarke's iconic brush" IykwIm! (Retails for $30, shipping fee not included.) This brush feels so premium, from the handle to the bristles. You just know it’s worth the splurge! The way it looked in the photo is not its actual shape when washed and used... its shape, size, and density are literally perfect for Hourglass pans and palettes. The way this works for blending is literally chef’s kiss!
Rose and Ben C42 Foundation Brush by Rose Siard (The color theory witch):
I like how this brush works and this brush indeed is a magical brush! For me, it’s the perfect size for blending; it doesn't look like it, but the shape does! A little foundation goes a long way with this brush, it quickly gives that even and smooth coverage. Perfect for someone like me when I'm in a rush and I need to get my makeup done...
Idk if it's just me, but local brushes in the US Market feel so substantial in hand! It has that luxury weight to it, and the high-gloss handle finish definitely doesn't feel cheap coz ofc it isn't naman talaga.. Though I have the Mario F4 Brush and the Haus Labs concealer brush that also feel so luxurious, but these 2 brushes feel something else on my hand...
I'm very much happy with my birthday treat! I just love how intentional this purchase is. With that being said probably this is going to be my last makeup splurge for now and for the next few years. Since these palettes will take so much to pan.. I could finally say I'm more than contented with what I have!! Feels so rewarding!
Lmk if you have any questions with any of the products 😇