Uploaded August 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Hi everyone, today I’m sharing my honest thoughts on all the makeup I tried this month - including hits, disappointments and products that completely surprised me. Whether you’re shopping for mature skin friendly makeup, looking to avoid overhyped launches, or just want real reviews before you spend your money, this video has you covered!
Let me know what you loved (and didn't love!) in July!
Thanks for watching 💕
Carmel xx

Charlotte Tilbury Invisible UV Flawless Poreless Primer SPF 50 (Gifted)
go.shopmy.us/p-22215982 (UK)
go.shopmy.us/p-22215942 (US)
go.shopmy.us/p-22215929 (Charlotte Tilbury)

NYX The Brow Glue Laminating Setting Gel
go.shopmy.us/p-22216221 (UK)
go.shopmy.us/p-22216159 (US)

Morphe Micro Manager Gripping Brow Gel
go.shopmy.us/p-21860301 (UK)
go.shopmy.us/p-21860304 (US)

Essence Foundation Stick (Shade 160)
go.shopmy.us/p-21069459 (UK)
go.shopmy.us/p-21069450 (US)

Milani Conceal + Perfect Longwear Concealer (130)
go.shopmy.us/p-21524420 (UK)
go.shopmy.us/p-21083918 (US)

NYX Fat Cheeks Juicy Liquid Blush (Fig Fizz)
go.shopmy.us/p-22216438 (UK)
go.shopmy.us/p-22216386 (US)

Dior Backstage Rosy Glow Stick (Rosewood)
go.shopmy.us/p-21860343 (UK)
go.shopmy.us/p-21860345 (US)
go.shopmy.us/p-22216527 (Dior)

Vieve The Muse Eye Palette (Gifted)
go.shopmy.us/p-22216552 (Vieve)
go.shopmy.us/p-22216580 (Cult Beauty)

Makeup By Mario Master Mattes Cream Eyeshadow (Chestnut & Mauve)
go.shopmy.us/p-21275577 (UK)
go.shopmy.us/p-20733220 (US)

Saie Slip Tint Undetectable Baked Setting Powder (2 Light Medium)
go.shopmy.us/p-20754659 (UK)
go.shopmy.us/p-20733363 (US)
go.shopmy.us/p-22216675 (Saie)

Wet n Wild Photo Focus Loose Setting Powder (Soft Pink)
go.shopmy.us/p-21106613 (UK)
go.shopmy.us/p-21106620 (US)

ELF Incredi-Curl Mascara
go.shopmy.us/p-21860353 (UK)
go.shopmy.us/p-21860351 (US)

NYX Lip IV Hydrating Gloss Stain (Hydra Honey, Drippin in Rose)
go.shopmy.us/p-21524523 (UK)
go.shopmy.us/p-21524447 (US)

Dior Addict Hydrating Shine Lipstick (Shade 100)
go.shopmy.us/p-20394424 (UK)
go.shopmy.us/p-12364630 (US)
go.shopmy.us/p-22359802 (Dior)

Huda Beauty Lip Contour Lip Stain (Soft Nude)
go.shopmy.us/p-21860401 (UK)
go.shopmy.us/p-21860395 (US)

Chapters ⏰
00:00 Intro
00:26 Charlotte Tilbury Primer
02:54 Nyx & Morphe Brow Products
04:36 Essence Foundation Stick
06:13 Milani Concealer
07:53 NYX Fat Cheeks Blush
10:35 Dior Blush Stick
12:29 Vieve Eyeshadow Palette
14:47 Mario Eyeshadows
16:24 Saie Powder
18:20 Wet n Wild Pink Powder
19:45 Elf Incredi-curl Mascara
21:51 Nyx Lip Stain
23:34 Dior Lipstick
25:16 Huda Beauty Lip Stain

*DISCOUNT CODES:*
*BK BEAUTY Brushes 10% Discount Code: CARMEL10*
go.shopmy.us/p-13182696

*QURE LED Light Therapy Mask 10% discount link*
qureskincare.com/CARMEL75417

*CALECIM 15% Discount Code: CARMEL*

*This video is NOT sponsored, but the video description may contain affiliate links. I am awarded a small commission for purchases made through these links, at no added cost to yourself. Your support is truly appreciated ☺️ Please be assured that every product recommendation is absolutely genuine and bought with my own money - unless specifically marked as GIFTED.*

My Skin Information: 🙋‍♀️
Age 42 with dry skin. Light/medium olive skin with muted warm undertones. Hyperpigmentation, rosacea & broken capillaries.

My foundation preferences: 😊
Light to medium coverage, has to be buildable. I prefer a luminous, glowy or soft satin finish.

My Foundation Shades:
* Nars Light Reflecting Foundation: Shade Patagonia
* ELF Soft Glam Satin Foundation: Shade 25
* Maybelline Lumi Matte Foundation: Shade 128
* Fenty Soft’lit Naturally Luminous Foundation: Shade 225
* Haus Labs Triclone Skin Tech Foundation: Shade 210
* Charlotte Tilbury Beautiful Skin Foundation: Shade 5N
* L’Oreal True Match Foundation: Shade 3N
* Hourglass Ambient Soft Glow Foundation: Shade 7.5
* Chanel Les Beiges Healthy Skin Foundation: Shade B30
* Makeup Forever HD Skin Hydra Glow Foundation: Shade 1N14

*Enquiries: carmelnicolebeauty​⁠@gmail.com*