I purchased this eyelash primer a few months ago when I attended the launch of NYX in Priceline. The launch was a blur as there were so many other shoppers rumaging through the various stock that I kinda just grabbed at anything. Admittedly, I always knew that an eyelash primer was kinda gimmicky. I can understand priming your face so it can hydrate and prep the skin for foundation, but....eyelash primer? Like do the eyelashes really need to be primed before appyling mascara? Still there was a part of me hopeful it would kinda work.
What the eyelash primer promises to do: "Primes and coniditons lashes for optimal mascara effects of length and volume"

What is actually did: Firstly, I was a little confused on how to use this. It may seem quite straightforward to some people but what confused me was 1. how much I apply and 2. do I need to wait for it to dry to then apply mascara. All the packaging says is: "Apply 1 to 2 coats to your lashes prior to applying your favourite NYX mascara.". Um...okay then. So I added two coats to my eyelashes, let it dry for 30ish seconds, and then applied my maybelline lash sensational mascara.

And guess what it did.....nothing. It did nothing at all. In fact, my eyelashes looked less voluminous than they usually do. Somehow the lash primer actually weighed down my lashes but there was barely any curl that my mascara usually gives me.

So a few days later I tried to give it another go and curl my eyelashes prior so perhaps they would stay curled. I applied the primer and mascara. Unfortunately the curl completely died as my lashes were weighed down once again. I removed my mascara and started from the start again without the primer and my eyelashes looked SO much better.

Since then I have tried to use this on a number of occasions to see if I can work it out but it's just been a complete fail. I tried to look on other blogs to see what I was doing wrong but all I found were a bunch of negative reviews on it. I actually couldn't find any positive reviews on it.

I took these photos yesterday (sorry they're a little dodgy, getting eyelash shots are hard!) which show the difference in wearing it and not wearing it.

October was a weird month but in the end everything turned out peachy because 1. I got offered my dream job 2. I had a lot of fun adventures with friends and 3. I booked tickets for a trip to Japan in early December (a.k.a  next month!). When it comes to beauty though, nothing has really changed. I'm the type of person who will continually use a product for awhile before switching it up. When I looked at my make-up bag I picked out the items which have been stand outs and these were what were the result of that.

1. Hourglass Hyluronic Skin Tint in the shade "shell"
Now I haven't been using this everyday as it's pretty exy ($81!!) and I don't want to waste it on work or casual social outings. So instead I've been saving it for more special occasions like dinners or events. I find this is the type of product which makes your skin look gooood. It evens out the skin tone, provides a really decent coverage, and just makes my face look healthy. It is super expensive though so I would recommend getting a sample first to ensure you're going to love this product. All in all I think it's worth the purchase and i'm surprised there aren't many other bloggers who have talked about this!

2. M.A.C Fix+
I've probably mentioned this in another monthly favourites post but alas it is getting another shout out! This has been used everyday and now it's just a natural part of my everyday routine. It just makes the skin look fresh and gets rid of any areas which have been victim to too much powdering. It's no wonder this is a cult favourite.

3. Colourpop eyeshadow in 'Sequin'
This has been the answer to my make-up prayers. For awhile I have wanted a rose gold eyeshadow as the one in my naked 3 palette just isn't pigmented enough to work with. Luckily this works a treat as it's not only a beautiful colour but is sooo pigmented. I've been impressed with all Colourpop eyeshadows but this one in particular stands out.

4. Shu Uemura eyelash curler
A cult classic, this eyelash curler does stand out from others. I used my manicare one for years and never thought there was any point in getting the Shu Uemura one cause "eyelash curlers are all doing the same thing" but nooo, this does it so much better. SO much better. If you have straight lashes like me then this may become your best friend.

5. Colourpop LippieStix in 'Aquarius' 
As you can see in the photo above: this product is quite battered. But this just means that it is well loved! And it is indeed! It's just a great everyday nude shade which you can easily throw in your handbag. Everyone needs a product like this.

6. Colourpop Ultra Satin Lipstick in 'Alyssa'
If i'm not wearing the Aquarius lippie stick then I'm wearing this. It's one of those shades that looks so pretty. It's the kinda thing I pop on when i've gone quite basic with the rest of my make-up and I want a lipstick to jazz it up. It's super pigmented and very long lasting. For swatches of Colourpop cosmetics see this post.

7. Real Techniques Miracle Complexion Sponge
I used to own this agesss ago but unfortunately my dog chewed on it!! Until now i've been without a makeup sponge but I decided it was worth purchasing again. Since getting this I haven't applied my foundation with any other brush! Would definitely recommend if you haven't gotten into the world of beauty blenders/sponges yet.