Review: Clinique Tinted Moisturiser and No. 7 Make up Base

Hi folks! Sorry for the lack of posting! I've been having a drought of doing anything other than work really, so not much to post about!

However, it was my birthday last week (22! scary!) so I thought I'd review some lovely products that I was given as pressies.

First up, the much longed for Clinique Moisture Surge Tinted Moisturiser in Shade One. This product is amazing. Soft, smooth, moisturising and a great colour coverage. This is the only foundation product I've found so far that hides blemishes and doesn't show dry patches! I'm in love.

The packaging is cute and girly, and I was given some lovely free samples (more reviews coming soon!) too. The only downside is the product is only 30ml and I can see myself going through it quite quickly. I'll let you know how long it lasts!

Next is No. 7 Beautifully Matte Make Up Base. This product acts like a primer and I was hoping it was going to stop my face looking quite so shiny when I apply tinted moisturiser. However, once I apply it it seems to act as a barrier to my Clinique which means that the product causes those irritating dry patches to reappear.

I think what I need it a soft powder to go on top of my tinted moisturiser to keep it from looking shiny, but still keep those dry patches at bay. What do you think?

Sunday Beauty Buys

Today's Beauty Haul! 

1. Johnson's Facial Wipes,  £1.50 (discounted from Tesco)

2. Revlon Photoready Perfecting Primer, £11.99

3. MUA Undress Your Skin Shimmer Highlighter, £3

4. Barry M Nail Varnish in Nude (No. 342), a gift

So, today I was looking for a new Primer as my L'Oreal one has come to an end. I'd heard some good things in the blogging world about Revlon's Photoready range and thought I'd give their Primer a go. 

I've only had a brief test of the products so far (I'll review them properly in some upcoming blogs), but the Primer seems really soft on the skin and very smooth. It's a bit thicker than the L'Oreal Primer but I think this can only be a good thing as after a while the previous product did become watery and you needed more of it to cover your face.

I've been looking for something to brighten up my skin tone and contour my cheekbones at the same time so I went for this highlighter by MUA. There are a fairly cheap brand with some good bargains, I thought it would be best to go for a cheaper alternative before I decide if a highlighter works for me! 

As you can see, I've gone for a very nude theme this Sunday! Freshy, nude and dewy skin is very S/S '13. It's all about young looking skin, rosy cheeks and pink glossy lips. My mum kindly bought me this gorgeous nude colour from Barry M. It will work great as a base for a french manicure or with glitter topcoats! 

Have a great week readers!