I posted my list of appeal discoveries in 2014 when I started this blog so I thought I’d continue the tradition this year. I consider something a “discovery” if it’s new to me, not necessarily something that was launched that year. Since I was on a No-Buy all year, I was either using up items in my stash or opening up unopened products that I had hoarded. I made a decision on the Top 15 since I saw it on classic Maggie’s blog (I mean next year I’ll need to list 16 items?)  I’ll differentiate the Rediscoveries with (R) and new discoveries with (N) on my list.

Where available, I’ve linked to blog articles where I’ve either examined or pointed out the products. In no particular order:

Reversa Cleansing Micellar Solution (N) – $23 for 300ml (MAC stores and online) [mentioned here]
A very effective micellar water that leaves my skin feeling incredibly soft. I’ve already gotten a replacement of this – over the holidays I found a double pack of this for the price of one!

Muji sensitive Skin Cleansing Oil (N) – $14.50 for 200ml (Muji stores) [mentioned here]
I think this might even beat out MAC’s Cleanse Off Oil!  It’s highly effective and consists of terrific ingredients (olive oil is the primary ingredient) yet it is very affordable.

Bourjois express Eye-Makeup Remover (N) – $20 for 200ml (Shoppers drug Mart) [mentioned here]
I wasn’t expecting much from this eye makeup remover but the a lot more I use it, the a lot more pleased I am. It’s very effective, yet gentle, and doesn’t leave a greasy film.

Shiseido Benefiance instant treatment Eye Mask (N) – $72 for 12 pairs (department stores) [reviewed here]
Found this at Winners (TJMaxx) and was a bit skeptical and then was blown away! It’s a retinol treatment that works quickly.  Believe the hype!  Based on the positive results I got from this eye mask, I’m going to try a retinol eye cream this year.

Paula’s choice resist C15 incredibly Booster (N) – $48 for 20ml (Paula’s choice online) [mentioned here]
I had a learning curve / tolerance period with this serum but once my skin adapted to it, the results were fantastic! My skin GLOWS the morning after I apply this.

Etude house Dr. Mascara Fixer volume Up (N) – $9 for 6ml (online) [reviewed here]
I just used this up in December – it is an remarkable lash primer that helps to keep a curl and stop mascaras from smudging or flaking. I just placed an buy online for another 2 tubes. No a lot more paying $25 for Shiseido’s lash primers for me!

Laura Mercier secret Brightening Powder (R) – $30 for 4g (Sephora) [mentioned here]
It was once I finished up my jar (after 3 years of using it!) that I finally pertained to appreciate how wonderful this powder is for setting concealer and brightening up my under eye area.

MAC studio Sculpt Defining Powder (N) – $37 for 10g  (MAC stores and online) [reviewed here]
I gotten this without checking any reviews and when I got home I read some really poor reviews on it, which made me worry. but I was pleasantly shocked at how charming this looks on the skin. The trick with this densely packed pressed powder is to use a natural bristle brush in buy to pick up sufficient amount of product.

Revlon PhotoReady concealer (R) – $13 for 3.2g  (drugstores)
This concealer hasn’t had the spotlight on the blog yet which is unfortunate, as I’m nearing the end of this tube. It’s really an unsung hero – considering that I like a lot more sheer foundations, I’ve been using this concealer nearly daily to conceal areas that need extra coverage, such as my nose (redness) and chin (hyperpigmentation). Why I like this concealer so much is that it has just the ideal amount of pigment but is still creamy and looks very natural on the skin.

MAKE UP FOR ever artist Shadow (N) – $24 for 2.5g or 3 for $50 with palette (Sephora) [reviewed here]
I had some reservations about these eye shadows in the beginning because they weren’t as insanely pigmented as I thought they would be. There is also some blending challenges with them – however, they wear like iron and are used in pretty much every colour you can imagine. I found myself reaching for these whenever I needed something dependable that will last all day and night.

Shiseido best Rouge lipsticks (R) – $30 for 4g (department stores) [reviewed here]
These just somehow got neglected in favour of newer, brighter playthings in my makeup stash – but I’m pleased to have rediscovered them again!  I’ve been especially enjoying the shades harmony RD750 and Pink Mesa PK303. If my top 15 list inspires you to run out to the store to get one thing, let it be a Shiseido best Rouge lipstick!

Sonia Kashuk face brushes (N) – $17.99-$19.99 (Target) [mentioned here]
I gotten these during Targetgate™ and I love them! They are honestly better than MAC face brushes. There, I said it! I haven’t had a chance to devote an entry to them but I plan to.  Shown here are large Powder brush #01, Blusher brush #02, Domed Blusher brush #29. All I can sayis that they’re soft, well constructed and are very economical for the quality.

MAC 137 long Blending brush (N) – $50.50 (MAC stores and online) [mentioned here and here, and examined here]
I lemmed this hard when it was first launched and finally succumbed to it – and I’m SO pleased that I did! This is hands down the best brush for highly pigmented blushes. and huzzah, this brush is permanent – I think I need a back up of it!

Bioderma Cicabio Crème (N) – $15.95 for 40ml (Shoppers drug Mart) [reviewed here]
This cream is honestly magic in a tube! It saved me many times when I developed hives, when I cut myself, when my skin randomly itches and can’t be soothed with anything else. I’ll never be without this! (The photo above shows this product at buyers drug Mart – it’s located with the rest of the Bioderma skincare)

Bath & Body works Waikiki beach Coconut collection (N) – (Bath & Body works stores) [mentioned here]
I’m sorry to include something that was limited edition but my hope is that BBW will bring it back. The crucial notes are coconut, sea notes and bamboo (and apparently a Creed Virgin Island Water dupe) – every time I spray it on, it brings a smile to my face – I don’t care that it’s not summer anymore, I still wear this. If you ever come across this at a BBW clearance / outlet, scoop it up!

It goes without saying that I highly recommend every single one of these products!
There you have it – the most exclamation marks I’ve used in a single post!!!
What were your top 15 appeal products for 2015?

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