

I also picked up an eyeliner (which I definitely didn't need...) in the shade 'Emerald' - this is also available in 'Smoke' and 'Black'. This has a lovely creamy texture and comes with a spongey smudger on the end which is meant to help blend the liner out for a smokey eye, though I haven't tried it yet. The eyeliner was also £1.99. Both pencil products do require sharpening, and both include a sharpener which will come in handy for sure - I can never find a sharpener when I want one! I found that both lasted well once applied, without smudging or fading. Keep scrolling for swatches of these...

I also picked up the CC Cream in the shade 'Fair' (there's only two shades to choose from, with the other being a slightly darker 'Medium'; sadly not much good for women of colour). Alongside SPF 15, this CC Cream claims to offer flawless coverage to give a naturally radiant complexion, with a moisturising complex including Porcelain Flower Extract and Vitamin B3. I've really liked the CC Creams I've tried in the past, so I was keen to see how this would compare at a bargain price point of only £3.99.


I've not had chance to try the CC Cream out as thoroughly as I'd like (I wanted to get this post up while the products were still available!) but I've found that it applies really nicely with both my fingers and a dampened sponge (I use the Real Techniques Miracle Complexion Sponge). It gives a decent level of coverage for me, such that I only need to touch up with concealer under my eyes and on any particularly bad blemishes, whilst still looking really natural. 'Light' is a great match for my skin-tone. which was a pleasant surprise for me, as often products with such a limited shade range are too dark/orange-toned for my pale skin.
The CC Cream sits really nicely on my skin, without settling in fine lines, clinging to any dry patches, or pooling in my pores, and feels extremely comfortable to wear. I have oily skin so I always set my base products with powder, and this was no exception; I found that shine started to come through on my forehead after around three hours, which isn't actually at all bad, and I was shiny all over after about six hours' wear. However, there was no oxidation of the shade, and it didn't go patchy even on my oiliest areas, which I was impressed with. I've picked up a back-up tube already as I really like this so far and at £3.99 you can't go wrong!
The CC Cream sits really nicely on my skin, without settling in fine lines, clinging to any dry patches, or pooling in my pores, and feels extremely comfortable to wear. I have oily skin so I always set my base products with powder, and this was no exception; I found that shine started to come through on my forehead after around three hours, which isn't actually at all bad, and I was shiny all over after about six hours' wear. However, there was no oxidation of the shade, and it didn't go patchy even on my oiliest areas, which I was impressed with. I've picked up a back-up tube already as I really like this so far and at £3.99 you can't go wrong!


Aldi's Special Buys are only available while stocks last so if you like the look of these you'll need to get your skates on! There are some other products available which, from memory, included lip gloss, a pen-style concealer and a couple of types of mascara. Have you ever tried Aldi's cosmetics? Would you?
xo
I never thought to look at Aldi make-up...I'll definitely be having a look next time I go in!
ReplyDeleteI always hear great things about their makeup and skincare x
ReplyDeleteHeather | Of Beauty & Nothingness x
Just used their CC cream today and I'm really impressed, normally these are too orange but it's a pretty good match. Tempted to get another whilst I can!
ReplyDeleteThese look fab
ReplyDeleteAnything & Everything | Bloglovin'
wow these look so good, luckily i have an aldi pretty much next door to me! I know where I will be going tomorrow after work! x
ReplyDeleteWe love Aldi but I never thought to try their make up! Must do that x
ReplyDeleteI just have to say that you have a brilliant bright clean well put blog and excellent photography! I love Aldi and have a bit of a shop a thon there for beauty products!
ReplyDeleteI have never tried or heard about their makeup before. I'm not sure I would buy it though, I feel if about it....
ReplyDeleteLaura
Pink Frenzy
those are really impressive! never would have thought aldi would release their own range
ReplyDeleteI like the look of the CC cream xx
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ReplyDeleteI've used their Skincare but not so much their make-up but I will definitely be keeping an eye out for it when I'm next in town!!! Brilliant! Can't argue with their prices can you really?!!?
Love how Aldi are always keeping up with the big boys in terms of skincare and now make-up! They better watch out otherwise Aldi will take the crown away from them! =)
Great post anyway loved the pictures!!! =)
Sarah
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