Hello everyone, I have bought a couple of things recently that I have absolutely fallen in love with & they have both become one of my top favourite makeup items.

Real Techniques Sponge Applicator

I bought this spontaneously in Asda a few days ago, I just saw it there, there was a massive sale on Real Techniques items & I picked it up. I have heard great things about it from other bloggers and YouTubers, so that did influence my decision, although I was contemplating on whether or not to buy it for ages; I didn't know if it would be worth the £5-6 that it is.
I would totally recommend it to anyone and it is defiantly worth the money. I didn't think I would like it as much as I do, but I now prefer it more than using a brush to put on my foundation and concealer. It does get dirty quite quickly, as you can tell from above... and I've only used it 3 times... But it does say on the packaging it needs washing quite frequently.

Application: I put my foundation on my hand and either dab the sponge on my hand and dab it on my face, or I put the foundation on my hand, use a brush to sweep it over my face then dab the foundation on with the sponge applicator. For concealer I just simply dot it over any imperfections and under my eyes and dab it on with the sponge.

The sponge is a specific shape (as you can see below) and you use each side/part for different things, but I tend to just use the flat bit and occasionally the tip (not the edge of the sponge because I find it a bit awkward).


UPDATE: I washed it a few hours ago (with shampoo & warm water) and it practically looks brand new again - which is fab and it also didn't take ages to clean as well. 
However it is taking quite a while to dry, even though I have obviously squeezed all the water I can out...
It is currently wrapped in a little towel... which will hopefully make it dry for the morning!

Mac Mineralize Skin Finish: Soft and Gentle

I have wanted this for ageeeees and I finally ordered it online a week or so ago. I am in love with it and it is my favorite Mac/High end product and it will probably remain that way for a long time. It is £23 but I would definitely say it is worth the money, as you don't need to put much on and there is a lot of product in the case thing (I don't know what you would call it.... a pot?!)

Application: I use Benefit's Hoola bronzer (which is also one of my favorite products) to contour, blending it in with Real Technique's buffer brush. I then use my finger to apply Mac's soft and gentle just above where I have contoured. I sometimes blend it in with the Real Techniques contour brush if I have applied quite a lot of the product.

It lasts all day on your skin, and adds a soft glow which is still noticeable - especially when the light shines on your face. I especially think this is a perfect product for summer.
IT IS JUST SO PRETTY!