October 23rd 2024.
Team Metro recently had the opportunity to try out No7's new makeup range. This was an exciting change for the brand, as they have primarily focused on skincare for the past few years. The new collection includes 12 luxurious makeup products, such as lipsticks, eyeshadow palettes, and setting powders, all with a price tag under £20.
Makeup influencer Nic Champan has already given the range her seal of approval, stating that not everyone has the time or skill to create a flawless makeup look. She commends the Pro Artist range for its high-quality and easy-to-use products, perfect for both at-home and on-the-go use. No7 may have been known for their skincare, but they are certainly making a bold statement with this new makeup collection.
However, the question still remains – does the range live up to the hype, especially without including a mascara or foundation? To find out, three Metro staff members put the products to the test, and even Metro's favorite makeup artist Desmondino tried them out for a photoshoot. Here's what they thought.
Joy Anokwuru, an Entertainment Social Video Journalist, was excited to try out the collection, being a fan of luxury makeup brands. She used the products for an evening event and was pleased to find that the Base Perfecting Primer was lightweight and doubled as a moisturizer. As someone with a deeper complexion, Joy did have some trouble adapting some of the products to suit her skin tone. However, she was impressed with the staying power of the makeup, lasting from 5pm to 2am. Joy received compliments on her look throughout the night, making the Pro Artist range a hit in her book.
Deborah Arthurs, Editor-in-Chief, was also eager to try out the range after getting a sneak peek a few weeks ago. While she is loyal to No7's skincare, she is open to trying various makeup brands. She was reminded of Boots' legacy in the makeup industry at a top secret launch event, and was excited to finally get her hands on the products. Deborah was impressed with the quality of the lipsticks, with their luxurious packaging and smooth application. However, she did have some trouble with the shades, as the Red Carpet Ready lipstick was too pinky-blue for her skin tone. She was pleased with the lip liner and lip oil, which gave her a matte and glossy option for the same shade. Makeup artist Desmondino also showed her how to mix the eyeshadow palette colors for a more personalized look.
Deborah was also a fan of the 12-hour brown eyeliner, which had good staying power and was easy to apply. She did mention that she would like to see more intense shades and glittery options in the palette for a more versatile day-to-night look. The Soft Glow Cream Bronzer was a bit too dark and matte for Deborah's preference, but she was still impressed with its quality.
Overall, both Joy and Deborah were pleased with the No7 Pro Artist range, with Joy calling it "value for money" and Deborah excited to add some of the products to her daily makeup routine. No7 has certainly made a statement with this new collection, proving that they can excel in both skincare and makeup.
The beauty industry is constantly evolving, and it seems like there's always a new product or trend to try. That's why when No7, a brand known for their skincare products, announced their new makeup range, people were buzzing with excitement. For the first time in years, they had shifted their focus to release a 12-piece luxury collection, including lipsticks, lip liners, eyeshadow palettes, bronzers, and more - all for under £20. Even makeup influencer Nic Champan gave it her stamp of approval, stating that these products are perfect for those who don't have a lot of time or advanced skills, but still want to achieve a stunning look.
It's quite a bold move for a brand that has spent 90 years building a strong skincare portfolio, but the real question is, does their new range live up to the hype? With the noticeable absence of a mascara or foundation, the Metro team decided to put it to the test. Three staff members and the beloved makeup artist, Desmondino, gave the products a try, and here's how they fared.
Joy Anokwuru, an Entertainment Social Video Journalist, was excited to try out the collection, especially since she's a fan of luxury makeup brands. She used the products for an evening event, where she knew she'd be mingling with creatives and Love Islanders. Joy was pleasantly surprised by the Base Perfecting Primer, which not only doubled as a moisturizer but also worked well for darker skin tones. However, she did encounter some challenges with adapting certain products to suit her complexion. For example, the Rose Precision Edit Lip Liner was too light for her, and the Red Carpet Ready lipstick wasn't pigmented enough for her skin tone. Nevertheless, the makeup lasted from 5 pm to 2 am, and Joy received multiple compliments on her look, proving that these high-street products can hold their own against luxury brands.
Deborah Arthurs, the Editor-in-Chief, was eager to get her hands on the range after getting a sneak peek a few weeks ago. She admits to being loyal to No7 for their skincare products, but for makeup, she's open to trying different brands. At a top-secret launch at their archive in Nottingham, she was reminded of the brand's impressive legacy when it comes to makeup. With all the products being under £20, Deborah was impressed with the quality, packaging, and range of shades. She particularly loved the lipsticks, which had a luxurious embossed texture and proper metal packaging. However, as someone with rosacea, she had to pass on the heavily pigmented Red Carpet Ready lipstick but found her perfect nude shade in Rose Couture. She also discovered a new makeup trick from Desmondino, who showed her how to mix different shades from the eyeshadow palette for a more personalized look.
Overall, the team was impressed with No7's new makeup range, with each member finding their own gems in the collection. Joy was pleased with the value for money, and Deborah was delighted with the 12-hour eyeliner and the versatility of the eyeshadow palette. However, they both agreed that the range could benefit from a wider shade range and more intense pigment. Nevertheless, No7 has proven that they are not just a skincare brand, but they can also hold their own in the competitive world of makeup.
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