Before we begin – I just want so state (categorically) that I am not a beauty blogger… So please don’t expect comments about the molecular structure of these makeup items or detailed graphs on how it compares to other brands. 😉
I’m just a regular girl who likes pretty things and getting dolled up… Therefore when the team from Cotton On dropped of a bag of makeup goodies for me to play with, how could a girl say no?
Now towards the end of last year, you might have noticed the arrival of a new Rubi makeup range in Cotton On stores. It’s a fun, new range that won’t break the bank, but still gives you lots of on-trend options to try out.
My stash included a nail colours, some lipsticks, a hot pink gloss, roll on perfume, an eyeshadow palette, blush and some make up wipes:

Mysteriously however… the hot pinky/red nail varnish on the right there immediately went missing… I recall a few friends commenting on how pretty the colour was (and yes, it was pretty, very pretty in fact)… so I’m not accusing anyone in particular, but I do have a short list of suspects, and I just wanted to take this opportunity to say: “I WILL HUNT YOU DOWN” But moving on for now…

I used the remaining two nail varnishes to create a little feature nail mani… I was quite chuffed with myself, I won’t lie… The range has 20 different nail colours to choose from.

Because this is more of a winter palette, I haven’t used this baby yes… But I’m picturing a pretty sexy smoky eye come June/July…

That blush (colour – Coral Gold) gives you the prettiest pink glow with the option of keeping it quite subtle (that’s how I like it), or adding a bit more oomph if needed. And the wipes come in a really conveniently sized pack which means they’re easy to pop into your handbag…

The hot pink gloss is perfect for summer and the roll on perfume has a soft floral fragrance and is yet another easy one to keep in your handbag…


I’ve seen beauty bloggers do this… so I just did the same in an attempt to look like I knew what I was doing 🙂
But hey, I did have fun playing around with all the different colours regardless:

Because i’m quite pale, I definitely preferred the brighter pinks and that dark berry colour… (for example I feel I look a bit washed out with that nude colour top left – that’ll definitely look much nicer on someone with a darker skin). I’m also wearing the blush in these pics, but because I’m not really a big blush girl, I only used it to add a slight bit of colour.
- Rubi Lipgloss – R69
- Rubi Lipstick- R69
- Rubi Roll On Perfume – R99
- Rubi Bronzer – R119
- Rubi Make Up Wipes – R49
- Rubi Nail File – R29
- Rubi Eyeshadow Palette – R119
- Rubi Blush – R99
- Rubi Nail Polish – R49
So really not bad at all…
I have to say a big thank you to the guys & girls at Cotton On for this amazing treat. And then do keep an eye out for the Rubi range next time you’re in store.
xxx
6 comments
Those dark lipsticks really suit you– love the colours and especially the prices 🙂
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Thanks! Yeah I think that dark berry one will definitely be my go to colour this winter. And agreed – those prices are really good.
Lol reviewed like a pro you totally nailed it!
Thanks Candice 🙂
Bursting with beauty blogger pride! You did great and you look beautiful x x x
Well I learnt from the best! Love you long time xxx