Was it Love at First Blush?

I picked up the Soap & Glory Love at First Blush just before Christmas in a Boots '3 for 2' offer, wanting to try something other than their bath and body products. I'm a big blush fan, so when I'm trying out a new brand I will always go for the blush first.

My research showed that this used to come in a soft plastic casing, but the newer version I purchased is ahard case compact. The black and white vintage image and the pink detailing keeps this having a very iconic Soap & Glory image. The inside lid of the compact has a medium sized mirror, making it perfect for carry about on-the-go.

The blush itself is segmented with different shades; Pink, Pop and Pearl. The are to be swirled together and applied to the cheeks. The shimmer is not so chunky and obvious. The shimmer is very refined and subtle, giving the cheeks a luminosity as well as a subtle flush of soft pink colour. I have very pale skin, as in often too light for drugstore foundations, so this has a medium colour impact, but I think it would be great for all skintones!

I see myself reaching for this more and more now that it's much better weather. I'm now back into baby pinks and a super glowy, luminous complexion. I'm very interested in their other Peach Party Blush.

Anyone tried the other Soap & Glory powder compacts?

Louise x x

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