Essence cosmetics have been available in Wilko for a while now, after a long browse (they have so many products) a cheeky purchase ensued.  Following testing them for a couple of months I am reporting back to say I am suitably impressed. The prices start from £1 and I purchased a blush, lipstick, lip liner, mascara and duo eyeshadow for just under £12! Cheap as chips and a couple of Mac Dupes thrown in.

The star of my little mini haul is definitely the ombre blusher in Heat Wave (here) this is bright orange on one side of the pan then fades into a warm coral.  This swatches very similar to Mac's Ripe Peach and only retails at £2.80. I thought it seemed a bit powdery in the pan, however if you swirl the colours together with a fluffy brush and buff it onto the cheeks it looks really brightening. It is a lovely pop of colour for the spring season.

The 3D Duo-Eyeshadow in Choco Cupcake has a gel/powder  texture it adheres well on the lids without any fallout. This duo is really pigmented and they come in some nice staple shades, this also costs £2.80 (here)

Essence Get Big Lashes Volume Curl Mascara (here) has a big curved wand that really builds up the drama, it lengthens adds volume and curls really quickly. It doesn't smudge or flake during the day. This retails at £2.30.

Soft Berry Lip Liner Costs £1 (here) it has a really creamy formula, it is non-drying and does not drag on the lips, but the most exciting thing about this product is that it is really good dupe for Mac Spice lip liner.

I am also loving the Long Lasting Lipstick in shade 07 Natural Beauty (here) it has a nourishing texture, and the colour is a wearable dusky pink suitable for everyday. The embossed 'e' on the lipstick itself is really cute, and this will set you back £2.30.


I am really happy with the Essence products that I have tried and shout out to Wilko for stocking them, It's nice to see a budget brand produce quality products.