Highlighter bronzer duo: splurge or save?

Benefit's 10 highlighting powder has forever been my favourite face product. So you can imagine how distraught I was to discover the brand had discontinued it from it's powder brick collection. 

I had been experimenting with other powders and liquids to generate the same effect, as the magic "swoop". 

That was until I came across W7's double act, with similar packaging and the same double shades palette. 

I was first a bit dubious about using a budget brand on my (extremely) sensitive face, however I was pleasantly surprised by the results. 

(Top image: W7, Bottom image: Benefit) 

I have always opted for benefit's product as I love the Dewey-highlighted effect achieve. I found that the same effect was given with W7, the only difference being that the darker pigment on the block left cheek bones appearing more defined( an added bonus, any girl would agree?) 

Which leaves the question to splurge or to save?   

The reason I actually came across the W7 brick was after recently being informed that Benefit's 10 had in fact been discontinued, leaving it to be the perfect substitute, however, the brand have revealed that it is now back on the market as an online exclusive, leaving us highlight addicts caught between two very similar products.

With W7's brick priced at £3.79 and Benefit's at £28, an easy decision can be made, although I do think I will always favour 10 for it's careless glow that is so easily achieved. 

How about you? Do you miss 10? Are there any products you miss and would like to see again?

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Product Review: Sally Hanson complete salon manicure

The new bright shades from Sally Hansen promise 7 benefits in 1 bottle. 

The range comes in a variety of colours, from natural nudes to bright summer shades such as the coral pink that I chose. 

When applying, the quality on the varnish is apparent. As the strong pigment is painted on, nails do feel instantly thicker and stronger. 

 

With such great first impressions, I then decided to track how this nail treatment would last with a busy lifestyle. As the bottle claims 10 days of wear.

Unfortunately chips were apparent after 1 day and by day 5 I had to re paint my nails completely, as the varnish had peeled off, leaving nails feeling weak and distressed.

I was disappointed with the results, however I do understand that I don't lead theory nail friend lifestyle, containing horse riding, dog walking, window dressing and interning. The varnish is better quality than most pharmacy brands, although can not be compared to salon LED light varnishes.

Have you used this brand before? How long did your nails last?

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