As part of getting to know my collection, I want to spend more time reviewing all the products I have. Next up is everything I own from Merit Beauty, which turns out to be 9 products because I keep getting more of the same products in different shades. I either bought these myself or they were gifts from friends/family (thank you!!), and this is not sponsored or PR. Let me know if you want me to try anything else from the brand! Thank you so much for being here, and it would mean so much to me if you subscribe here for new posts. All links in this post are affiliate links, and if you choose to shop through them, thanks for supporting the blog!
Solo Shadow Matte Eye Color in Studio, Midcentury, and Brun – I needed a new one and done matte shadow after my Mac Paint Pots finally expired, and these seemed like the ones to try. I’m so glad I picked these up. The formula is incredibly easy to work with and doesn’t require a primer because of the way these set down. It doesn’t crease and stays all day without fading. It also works great as a base for shimmer toppers or even powder shadows. I’ve applied it with fingers and brushes, and it works great either way. I know this formula has a lot of hype around it, but it’s absolutely as good as people are saying it is. Studio is a cool taupe, Mid-Century is a warm brown, and Brun is a cool toned deep brown so between the three I have options for cool and warm toned looks as well as options to create as much depth as I want. These are my favorite shadows to bring when I’m travelling because the shades I have go with everything, and they’re just so quick and easy to throw on.
Flush Balm Cheek Color in Fox, Bespoke, Mood, and Stockholm – I first bought Fox in the full size and loved it so much, I knew I had to get the mini trio. I have a ton of blush so I’d honestly rather have more shades in the smaller size to play with since I’ll never get through a full size anyway. Fox is described as a warm taupe, but I think it’s more of a rusty brown that manages to not turn orange on me. It’s my current go to for “I just want to throw brown on everywhere but I want it to look good” type of look. For the mini trio, Mood is a beautiful burgundy, Stockholm is a cool toned light pink, and Bespoke is a beigey pink leaning brown. I honestly can’t decide whether I like Fox or Bespoke better for the kinds of looks I tend to do at the moment, but I’m glad I have both. The formula makes these so easy to throw on and blend, even with my fingers. It’s sheer enough that I don’t have to worry about putting on too much but pigmented enough that I don’t have to do a ton of layers. I can also throw it on over a fully done face (on top of powder and setting spray) with no issues, and it makes my skin look so much more hydrated.
Signature Lip Lightweight Lipstick in 1990 and Slip – I know everyone has been talking about these, but it’s for a good reason! The formula is just amazing – it’s semi-sheer but buildable without settling into any lip lines. It’s a satin matte finish that doesn’t slide around and wander onto my face like other formulas that are popular right now tend to do. Despite the finish, it’s still very comfortable and nourishing. 1990 is a neutral deep brown that is actually fairly unique to my collection, and I love using it to balance out super pink eye/cheek looks or over the top bronzy looks. Slip is a warm leaning brown that I can’t quite describe but it’s the perfect lipstick for a fair/light olive skintone. I love 1990, but Slip is my favorite everyday lipstick. I honestly wear it more often than any other lip product I have, and I have a way more lip products than I’m wiling to admit.
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