Review Detail
3.5 4 0.5
Avon True Colour Duo & Ultra Glazewear Lipgloss
Overall rating
4.0
Price
4.0
Quality
4.0
Effectiveness
4.0
I was sent both the "Healthy Glow" and the "Teal Attitude" Avon True Colour Duo's to try out along with "Apple Cinnamon" and "Rave" Ultra Glazewear Lipgloss.
Initially, I did not have high hopes as it is hard to find a good eyeshadow that does not leave creases after only a few hours and that can be applied effortlessly and evenly.
The packaging is fantastic as it is the perfect size to pop into any handbag and the mirror that is made part of the box is super handy! My first reaction was to check the applicators that were in each of the boxes because noting annoys me more than trying to apply your eyeshadow and just as you get it just right, the sponge head falls off of the applicator and you land up with smudged makeup and a eyeshadow line down your cheek and on your lap! In Avon's case, the applicator is secure and even if you tug on the sponge, you can immediately see that it isn't going anywhere! Double thumbs up in my book!
The eyeshadow I found to be really lovely colours that lasted in any situation. With it getting warmer, it was nice to have the piece of mind that even when stuck in the smoldering heat in a traffic jam or at an evening event after a full day's work, creases were not going to be an issue.
The eyeshadows are a bit light when you apply them so it takes a tiny bit more effort to get it as dark as I would normally like. I am sure they are trying to cater for all markets and I know more than a few ladies that dont like their eyeshadow too heavy but this does mean a little more time is needed for all who prefer their eyeshadow to be more noticeable.
The shades themselves are very versatile and make fantastic shades for both day and night time wear. Teal Attitude is great for summer while Healthy Glow is so beautifully natural and earthy.
I lead a very busy lifestyle and it was fantastic to have a product keep up with me. I loved the fact that it was so amazingly effortless to make the transition between day and night with only a small palate and no bulky boxes to be hauled around. All that was needed was a little eyeliner and mascara (I invested in Avon's Glimmerstick Eyeliner & SuperExtend Extreme Mascara of course) and DONE!
Unfortunately, I could not use the Lipglosses as they made my lips itch and burn HOWEVER, most lipglosses have this effect on me and only a rare few can I use :(. The colours were absolutely gorgeous though and would look great with or without a lipstick base. They also appeared to apply beautifully. I cant comment on their "lastability" etc sadly but what I was able to try out, if you arent someone like me who battles in general with lipglosses, I think it looks like a lovely product!
Now all that there is to do is to buy a smaller makeup bag for my handbag and a bigger makeup BOX for home! (oh, and a camera that doesnt break the day before submitting a Beauty Bulletin Review haha!)
Initially, I did not have high hopes as it is hard to find a good eyeshadow that does not leave creases after only a few hours and that can be applied effortlessly and evenly.
The packaging is fantastic as it is the perfect size to pop into any handbag and the mirror that is made part of the box is super handy! My first reaction was to check the applicators that were in each of the boxes because noting annoys me more than trying to apply your eyeshadow and just as you get it just right, the sponge head falls off of the applicator and you land up with smudged makeup and a eyeshadow line down your cheek and on your lap! In Avon's case, the applicator is secure and even if you tug on the sponge, you can immediately see that it isn't going anywhere! Double thumbs up in my book!
The eyeshadow I found to be really lovely colours that lasted in any situation. With it getting warmer, it was nice to have the piece of mind that even when stuck in the smoldering heat in a traffic jam or at an evening event after a full day's work, creases were not going to be an issue.
The eyeshadows are a bit light when you apply them so it takes a tiny bit more effort to get it as dark as I would normally like. I am sure they are trying to cater for all markets and I know more than a few ladies that dont like their eyeshadow too heavy but this does mean a little more time is needed for all who prefer their eyeshadow to be more noticeable.
The shades themselves are very versatile and make fantastic shades for both day and night time wear. Teal Attitude is great for summer while Healthy Glow is so beautifully natural and earthy.
I lead a very busy lifestyle and it was fantastic to have a product keep up with me. I loved the fact that it was so amazingly effortless to make the transition between day and night with only a small palate and no bulky boxes to be hauled around. All that was needed was a little eyeliner and mascara (I invested in Avon's Glimmerstick Eyeliner & SuperExtend Extreme Mascara of course) and DONE!
Unfortunately, I could not use the Lipglosses as they made my lips itch and burn HOWEVER, most lipglosses have this effect on me and only a rare few can I use :(. The colours were absolutely gorgeous though and would look great with or without a lipstick base. They also appeared to apply beautifully. I cant comment on their "lastability" etc sadly but what I was able to try out, if you arent someone like me who battles in general with lipglosses, I think it looks like a lovely product!
Now all that there is to do is to buy a smaller makeup bag for my handbag and a bigger makeup BOX for home! (oh, and a camera that doesnt break the day before submitting a Beauty Bulletin Review haha!)
AB
Andrea Buchanan