As always the Max Factor packaging is gorgeous. The touch of gold just makes them look more expensive then they are. The sponge applicator is also another thing I'm fond of. The wand goes right down to the end of the sponge, which makes application so much easier and stable. (I'm sick of glosses that have a floppy ended applicator) They give a super shiny finish, feel really nourishing and don't leave my lips dry or stained once they wore off.

In terms of pigment, there's only slight differences in the nudes. When applied, it can be hard to tell which one you have on but would suit anyone who prefers a simple finishing touch rather then a definite colour. Also if you simply just want to add shine to a lipstick without changing the colour of the lipstick, then these would be a great addition to your look. The coloured glosses do show the colour more and are perfect to add a pop of colour to your look. However when applied, they aren't as strong as I had anticipated from the outside but do have longer lasting time then the nudes.

These are definitely perfect for Summer makeup as they are subtle and super shiny. If you like a sheer tint of colour on the lips rather then a dense lipstick look and you're a lipgloss fanatic, then these are for you.

For the past two weeks I've been trying out the new Facefinity All Day Primer from Max Factor, available in Boots for €12.99, which was sent for review. They've basically taken the ingredient from the 3-in-1 Flawless Foundation and created this stand alone primer. It promises to extend the wear of your foundation and create a matte base (as it has added micro correctors which absorb sweat and oil). It also has SPF 20 included which is the amount of sun protection you should have on your face everyday.

The primer itself comes in a 30ml pump dispenser bottle. It's a milky white in colour and has the texture of a moisturiser (it's not too runny but not thick either). I've been applying it on my face with either a stippling brush or flat foundation brush and it spread very well with both. It dried into the skin very quickly (without leaving a white coat on my skin) and did give a matte finish. Unfortunately it is something that's hard to photograph on the skin but in real life I did notice a difference (hence no before and after pictures).

I have an oily tzone, dry cheeks and sensitive all over so I really do need a good primer as my skin is in constant battle with itself all the time. I found my foundation lasted all day with this under it, I didn't have to use as much powder as normal or need to top up any areas, so I'm very happy with that.

All in all I've enjoyed using this primer and will continue to use it. It's a good choice, perfect for all year round and has plenty of good things going for it. I would recommend swatching it just to smell it and to see how it feels on the skin but well worth checking out.