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Sunday 20 October 2013

Review: the Balm Mary-Lou Manizer

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 Hello Loveys!
 
Todays review is a look at the Balm Mary-Lou Manizer, it claims it is a highlighter, eyeshadow and shimmer.
 
the Balm was founded by Melissa Shipman who has a philosophy that you only need some staple items to create a look, "beauty within 5 minutes". A lot of the products produced are multi use, so some are blushers and eyeshadows, and like this Mary-Lou Manizer it is a shimmer, highlighter and eyeshadow. The products are cruelty free and paraben free too.
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This is available from FeelUnique.com. I fell instantly in love with the retro feel of the packaging, different to what is around on the market. The packaging is fun, unique and girley. 
 
Review, Mary, Lou, Manizer, highlighter, Blusher, Whispersfromangels, Shimmer, Pretty, Blogger, Eyeshadow, theBalm, BalmI opened the case I swatched it straightaway, boy oh boy this is beautiful! It has great pigmentation, applies easily and highlights the skin in a subtle yet striking way. I have used this as a highlighter, eyeshadow and shimmer. It doesn't have a "tacky" shimmer where its overpowering, it is subtle. It has a slight yellow tone to it when initially applied, but then when blended I didn't find I could see that.

The compact is handy to throw in your bag, and to fit in a clutch bag, it has a mirror which is always good for applying on the go.
This can be used on your cheekbones, brow bone and in the inner corners of your eyes to open them up. I will do a look with this product so you can see what it looks like on.
 
Have you tried this or any other product from the Balm range?
 
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19 comments

  1. Wowww this is just so pretty, and I love the packaging so much!!

    I need a new highlighter and as much as I want MAC's Soft and Gentle, I kind of want this too haha...

    Holly Mixtures
    xx

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    1. This one is super pretty! A staple in your makeup bag :) xx

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  2. Wowww this is just so pretty, and I love the packaging so much!!

    I need a new highlighter and as much as I want MAC's Soft and Gentle, I kind of want this too haha...

    Holly Mixtures
    xx

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  3. I have this and it's my favourite highlighter..... ever!!
    it can be used for so many things :)

    www.chanellejade.blogspot.com

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    1. It's gorgeous isn't it :)) I am obsessed and use it daily xxxx

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  4. Great post hun, I haven't heard of this brand before so enjoyed finding out more about it.

    It sounds like a pretty product!

    Love your blog and I'm a new follower :)

    Kimberley x

    www.kimberleysbeautyblog.com

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    1. Thanks Hun! It's a fab brand, go check out there other products xxx

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  5. I've been lusting after this for so long now, never heard a bad word about it!

    Midnight Violets Beauty Blog

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  6. I love multi use products! Anything that saves me time and space in my bag is a winner in my eyes :) the compact looks gorgeous, it's definitely going on my wish list!

    Beauty In My Mind - Cosmetics Reviews

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    1. It's fab!! And I agree, multi use items are a bonus!!! Xxx

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  7. Oh wow. This looks so good! I keep forgetting how much I want it until someone posts on it.

    Charlotte - www.blotandreapply.com x

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    1. :)) I saw it on YouTube and thought oh dear Mr Bank here we go!! Xx

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  8. This looks lovely! Wish they were stocked in Boots! x x

    dippywrites.blogspot.co.uk

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  9. 3 in one what's not to love?! As if I need another excuse to visit feel unique ha x

    http://whatisinherwardrobe.blogspot.co.uk

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  10. I love products with more than one use! I have never tried anything from The Balm but this looks gorgeous, the packaging is so cute! I love the fact it has a big mirror as well, always handy on a night out! xx

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  11. I love the retro inspired packaging! It's such a good product that can add a dab of glamour xx

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