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Monday 19 May 2014

Rimmel ScandalEyes Mascara and Gel Eyeliner by Kate Moss | Review

On my little "buy all the things jaunt" to Boots last week I picked up this mascara and gel eyeliner from the Kate Moss for Rimmel range. I really like the Kate Moss lipsticks and liked the idea of an eye collection too as Moss is well known for her love of a smokey eye. I also love a bargain and these were both reduced at €5.99 down from €9.49 for the mascara while the eyeliner was €5.49 down from €8.99. I'm currently out of mascara and haven't used a gel liner in years so now seemed as good a time as any to try these. 

First up, ScandalEyes by Kate in Eye Rock Jet Black. Housed in quite a big shiny tube is a "broken heart shaped brush". According to Rimmel this is designed to give voluminous lift and hug the lash line for a false lash effect. 

Rimmel ScandalEyes Kate Moss Mascara
Rimmel ScandalEyes Kate Moss Mascara

Here's what I thought:
  • It definitely adds a whole lot of volume. I'd liken it to my YSL effet faux cils except I much prefer the YSL. This has a much wetter formula (might just be because it's new, some mascaras need a while to settle down) and it needs more than one coat for that proper full on false lash effect, unlike the YSL. It is still surprising how fuller my lashes were with it though.
  • Because it's a wetter formula it can be tricky to work with. This is not one for throwing on at the last minute in the morning because you will most likely destroy all the rest of the make up on your face. This one needs time and a bit of effort to apply. Similarly, if you're the sort that cries at the drop of a hat, beware! This mascara is not your friend!
  • That aside, I do quite like this but I'm going to reserve full judgement til I've given it a bit of time in case it does dry out a bit more.
  • It's worth trying especially if you can get the sale price and even better is that it's €4.99 on the Boots.ie site HERE.
This also comes in Amethyst, Emerald and Sapphire, if you're a fan of the coloured mascaras.

Rimmel ScandalEyes Kate Moss Mascara
(L) Nil, (R) One Coat.

Next up is the Gel liner in Emerald. I was drawn mostly by the colour of this; I can sometimes find black liner a bit harsh and this seemed a good match for blonde-haired, blue-eyed me although equally I think this would look amazing on brown-eyed ladies. 

Rimmel Gel Eyeliner by Kate Moss

This is a waterproof formula, designed to stay put; it doesn't flake, smudge, smear or run. 
I completely agree with all of that. If I put this on in the morning, it's still there that evening. It's actually quite easy to apply and the little brush that's included is super handy. I can see myself getting a lot of use out of this for plenty of time to come as a little goes a long way.

Rimmel Gel Eyeliner by Kate Moss
Dinky!

Rimmel Gel Eyeliner by Kate Moss

I scrubbed at this swatch with soap and water and then a towel and it was still fairly perfect afterwards. 

Rimmel Gel Eyeliner by Kate Moss
(L) & (R) liner and one coat mascara.

What I like the most about the liner is that it's an understated way of getting a bit more colour into your eye make-up, which is ideal for those of us tightly gripping our nude shadows for dear life. 

Basically, it's an enthusiastic yes for the KM eyes collection. I am still undecided about the mascara but once I've given it a bit more of a test I'll let ye know the final verdict! 
Either way, I'm really loving that eyeliner. 

These are both available now alongside the Kate shadow sticks (which include a very nice looking purple shade).

Liking the look of these? Let me know what you think in the comments!
XX

26 comments:

  1. These look great, definitely going to try out the gel liner :-)

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  2. Really does give a false lash effect judging by those pics! I'm defo gonna try them now!

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    1. It really does add proper volume but the mascara is just so tricky to use, I'd be wary of recommending it!

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  3. I did not like the mascara at all, but I'm going to have to give the liner a go! Love the green undertone...

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    1. Did you think the same about the mascara Cindy?

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  4. The mascara looks fab but if it's wet and moves around easily it probably will be a nightmare with me!

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    1. Yeah I'd avoid it for that reason. It's actually also really annoying to take off- requires a lot of eye make up remover!

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  5. Ooh, I must nab that gel liner. I lost the brush on my Maybelline one, and I sort of forgot about it after that. This one looks fab! :)

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    1. I lost my maybelline brush too! That was basically why I stopped using gel liner!!

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  6. I love the look of the gel liner! x

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  7. Oh this is interesting I really didn't like the liner, I thought it was very dull and it didn't have a lot of pigment I had to layer it on and then it looked patchy. Maybe I need to give it another go.

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    1. Really? I think I like the liner because I don't want a bright green as such, so I was happier to get a darker green/black shade but I see what you're saying :)

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    2. Yes I was expecting it to be greener not bright green but it just looks black on my eyes.

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  8. Love the look of this mascara on your eyes! I would probably have to wait until it dries a bit - I loathe wet mascara, I like my mascara nice and dry ;) LOVE the gel liner, such a gorgeous colour! Will definitely be picking up this one! x

    Alex | PinkElephantBlog

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    1. Thank you! I'm the same, definitely going to let it dry out a bit because at the moment it's beyond annoying! xx

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  9. Oh I like the eyeliner and the green undertone. I've never used any of the Kate Moss for Rimmel stuff before!

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    1. The lipsticks are fab too Breige, there's a blue toned red that I think is as good as any Dior, YSL, Chanel offering!

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  10. Really love the sound of the eyeliner, the brush looks like it would be good for those who struggle with getting tight lines i.e. me!

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    1. It's definitely good for that, I found it really easy to use so if it works for me then anyone should be able to use it!! :)

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  11. The liner looks fab. I'm using Tony Molys gel one at the moment and it is so soft, unlike other brands I've tried. I'm usually dedicate to Mac when it comes to liner but I think I might try this rimmel one. - claire

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    1. I'm so tempted by the Tony Moly stuff, do you get them on ebay Claire?

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  12. I'm a bit fan of Rimmel for their nailpolishes and eyeliners. I haven't tried the Kate Moss one and - though it looks good - I'm not sure I would 'cos I often apply makeup while stopped at traffic lights in my commute. A pot and brush wouldn't be as easy to handle as a pencil.

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  13. Why on earth are you applying makeup whilst you are in charge of a car? You can't honestly think it's ok to do that. It's makes absolutely no difference that you are waiting at traffic lights. So - the lights go green, you haven't even realised because you care more about your appearance, a small child crossed the road and then what? Maybe you will regret your behaviour - maybe you won't. I find it shocking that you announce on a public forum that you apply makeup whilst you are a driver - you clearly think it's normal and ok to do that.

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