RMK Counter Makeover + Reviews

A couple of weeks ago I attended a blogger event with my friend Melissa from Beauty & The Little Lady at the RMK counter in Selfridges, Exchange Square, Manchester. RMK is a brand that I have only tried a few products from but I am always browsing online at their products. When I arrived at the counter I had my makeup removed which is always a bit of a terrifying prospect especially with shoppers and staff walking past all of the time but the counter staff were so nice and the RMK skincare was equally as nice, especially when the chairs at the counter were really high and couldn't be altered *short girl problems*

I then had my makeup done and the makeup artist was also nice and professional. She suggested navy eyeliner and a peachy lip, both of which I wouldn't really go for but I adore the look of the metallic navy eyeliner - I am definitely going to pick it up soon! She also used a sculpting/contouring blush on me which again I will have to buy. Overall, I loved my makeover and the products used. I would definitely recommend heading down to the RMK counter in exchange square, Manchester, if you have time or are in need of a makeover. 

After the makeover, I was asked to pick some products which I was not expecting at all and the counter staff gave me a goodie bag of the products as well as a generous sample pot of the RMK cleansing balm and leaflets about RMK. There was also a face chart and a list of the products used on me which I think is a fantastic idea as you can create the look at home or buy the products that were used during the makeover. 

In the generous goody bag I received the *RMK Matte Shiny Cheeks (01) which I have been using almost everyday which is surprising for me as I never usually wear blush or bronzer but this compact gives a gorgeous subtle blush and sun kissed glow to the cheeks. Another product I have been using a lot over the past couple of weeks is the *RMK Matte Shiny Eye Pencil (04) which is a double ended eyeshadow crayon and shimmery eyeshadow in one - I have already reviewed the navy duo, here. Next up is the *RMK Matte Mascara (04) which is a burgundy mascara, that I haven't used yet but it looks interesting! I've tried the RMK nail polishes before and I'm not the biggest fan but this shade is just too gorgeous. Last but not least is the *RMK Cleansing Balm which was used on me at the counter and it is a effective, rose scented cleanser that I have used almost every night since I received it!

Have you tried any products from RMK? What do you think of my makeover?

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Review: RMK Power Of Love AW14 Collection

RMK is a brand that I have heard a lot of good things about, particularly in terms of skincare and makeup. The only items prior to these that I have tried from RMK includes their cleaning balm which is gorgeous and smells like roses; as well as one of the sheer nail polishes (review here), both products are fantastic so I was so excited when some items from the new RMK Power of Love AW14 collection landed on my doorstep! I received two products from the collection as well as a gorgeous wintry nail polish. 

Firstly, I have the *RMK Matte Shiny Eye Pencil in the shade '02 Navy' (£28) which has a chunky matte eyeshadow pencil on one end and an iridescent shimmery eyeshadow on the other end. I love multi-function, two in one makeup items - they are so handy and great for travel! The pencil is a gorgeous deep navy that applies smoothly, although it isn't as pigmented as I thought it would be - the longevity is fantastic though as it is matte it seems to adhere to the skin really well. The pencil can be worn alone for a everyday look then for the evening the shimmery shadow can be quickly and easily applied on top of the pencil. As you can see from the swatches below, the shimmery shadow makes the navy pencil look incredible! The navy and shimmer together is a stunning combination that will be perfect for the upcoming party season! Overall rating: ★★★★★, 5/5!

Next up I have the *RMK Ingenious Powder Cheeks in the shade 'EX-04 Orange Gold (£19) which is a gorgeous burnt orange mixed with shimmery copper blush, perfect for autumn/winter! Firstly, the packaging is fantastic, I love the simplistic, no nonsense, clean design. I have been wearing the blush lightly across the apples and back of the cheeks after contouring and it gives a gorgeous radiant glow. The shade just screams autumn and I have actually been using it on my eyes as well, I wouldn't really recommend doing this as you may have a reaction but it doesn't irritate my skin personally. The blusher blends well, it is buttery smooth despite the shimmer and it lasts well on my skin. Overall rating: ★★★★★, 5/5.

Lastly, not from the new collection, I have the *RMK Nail Polish in the shade 'EX-14' (£14) which is a divine cool grey shade with tiny silver shimmery particles that make the polish look glossy and slightly metallic. The bottle is pretty as is the shade on the nails however the polish is quite sheer (as with the previous RMK polish I have tried) which I am not a big fan of. To build up the colour I do have to apply quite a few layers which takes while to dry so I have just been wearing it as a sheer wash of grey on the nails which I like but it is definitely not my favourite polish in my collection. Overall rating: ★★★★☆, 4/5.

Overall, I am very happy with the products especially the eye pencil which is limited edition. I definitely have my eye on other products from the collection such as the eyebrow pencils and matte mascaras. 

Have you tried anything from the new RMK Power Of Love collection?  

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