‘I only went in for cotton wool’ that’s what I tell my husband & I always come out with products. In my defence I had a gift voucher to use up for Superdrug and I have a little still left on it so will be popping back in at some point as I was overwhelmed with all theRead more
I’ve accumulated a few concealers and liquid highlighters and I thought I’d quickly run through what I think of them. Benefit high beam This is a popular highlighter and I sometimes mix a small amount with my foundation for a glowing look. I do really like this and this small bottle lasts the longest time. I’ve heardRead more
I was one of those people who tried everyday to win a Revlon Lip Butter on Facebook & to my surprise one popped through my door. I’ve never tried them before but have swatched them a few times in store. I like their texture and the colour range is so pretty too. Now I haveRead more
A few weeks ago I received a Boots gift card for my birthday which I quickly spent on makeup. Shock horror. Boots were having their 3 for 2 across all makeup items so I picked up a fair few things 3 of those being some Scandaleyes Waterproof Kohl Kajal Eyeliners. These are fabulous. I hadRead more
I am giving away this lovely Too Faced Glamour To Go Dream Edition Palette. Too Faced describe this palette as ‘Get your glam-on-the-go with our new, pocket-sized beauty palette filled with a dreamy collection for the eyes, face and lips. Our new vintage-inspired, feminine palette holds eight versatile shadows, one silky lip gloss, a bestRead more
Like most beauty bloggers I have more than one mascara on the go at any one time. At this moment in time I have 5 on the go. I am trying my best not to open anymore – I do have a few lined up ready for when one of these is ready for theRead more
Topshop Highlighter in Sunbeam I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve been in to Topshop to swatch this Highlighter in Sunbeam. It’s so pretty and thought it was about time I bought it. I don’t own many highlighters and this is a really lovely gold toned one. I have a few liquid ones likeRead more
Vivo Unprotected Palette Whilst I was in Tesco, super late at night picking up paper I saw the new Vivo stand with quite a few new products on, and I was drawn to this palette. It was £3.00 and you get 12 shadows. I need another neutral palette like I need a hole in the head. ButRead more
Mac Pigment in Naked This Mac Pigment in Naked is one of those products which never gets a mention despite it being one of my most loved product. Its my one and only Mac Pigment and it has lasted me ages and there is so much product left. SO I can see it lasting meRead more
As some of you may know I’m a real neutral eyeshadow addict. I’m drawn to them like a moth to a flame. I seem to wear them the most. I rarely go for anything too bright & I think that a lovely brown / warm eyeshadow suits me best. So I won a giveaway aRead more
Whilst I was in Amsterdam a couple of weeks ago I popped into their Inglot store. I have never been to one of their stores before but I have seen so many reviews and blog posts about their products and in particular about their Freedom System Palettes. Where you get to pick and chose exactlyRead more
My friend kindly picked this beautiful NARS Foreplay Blush Palette up for me & I thought I’d take some quick photos of it before I head to Amsterdam (I will be there from Tues-Sat). I’ve heard mixed thoughts on this blush, but from what I’ve seen so far, I’m in love with it. I haven’tRead more
I’ve been wearing quite minimal makeup this week as I’ve mostly been in the house or the Post Office. Neither place being very glam or worthy if a full on face of makeup. So i kust threw on quite a simple look. I thought i’d share the limited makeup I’ve been using this week. The Peep Show MascaraRead more
In my last post I spoke about the swap I’ve done with the lovely Casey of Beauty101Blog – she has sent me a box full of US goodies and I sent some British makeup bits. This lovely Physicians Formula Happy Booster Blush was one of the things I REALLY wanted. I’d seen it online and it looked soRead more
Revlon Just Bitten Kissable Balm Stains — mother of god these are the bomb. I’ve a new love in the lip department. I popped into Superdrug on Saturday as you do – with a moaning hubby in tow ‘we were just in here yesterday‘ I wanted to swatch these Revlon Lip Stains & I stoodRead more
I did pick up 3 Colour Tattoo Eyeshadows from Maybelline when they came out in the UK. I picked up On and On Bronze, Permanent Taupe and Eternal Gold – all shades I get alot of wear out of esp the bronze shade. So like most beauty bloggers I always want what I cant get my hands on. IRead more
So i did this a while ago, then forgot to carry it on. I’ve had a busy couple of months what with family stuff and planning a move. Nothing ever goes smoothly. So whilst packing up some of my makeup for the move i picked out a few items of makeup to wear and this is what i picked out. E.L.FRead more
I picked a few bits up from MeMeMe Cosmetics online. As I saw on Zoe’s Youtube that she liked the foundation so i picked that up to give it a go. Along with a few more things. I did pick up a few more things whilst i was on their site, well I am a productRead more
Garnier Tinted Eye Roll -On, I’ve had this for about 2 months and didn’t use it for a long time. Not too sure why – I think I wasn’t too sure where to incorporate it into my routine. I picked it up in superdrug on their 3 for 2 deals. I wanted to see whatRead more
This is a quick post to say I really like the new Carmex Moisture Plus Ultra Hydrating Lip Balm Peach Sheer Tint SPF15 (wow, that’s a mouth full). Love this has SPF in. I have been an avid user of Carmex and have many a little yellow tin in every handbag, so when I sawRead more
Whilst i was in Boots i noticed that No7 were running a promotion. Spend £25 and get a free gift. I have had a few of these in the past. They are always in a good sized makeup bag and have sample sized products. Perfect for travel. So i picked up a couple of itemsRead more
The Pixi store just off Carnaby Street in London is a really lovely shop. Their staff are always friendly and eager to help with matching you up to foundations & explaining their products. Many of which have dual purpouse. I just love products that double up. Saves space and money. I have had a fewRead more
I am a huge fan of Topshop Makeup, its price point, the quality and most defiantly the packaging are all bang on trend all the time. I really like it. I’m building my collection slowly but I am excited to try alot more of what they have to offer. So I purchased my first ever cream blush, IRead more
So before I purchased my NARS Deep Throat Blush from SpaceNK I popped in to the Bare Escentuals store in Covent Garden and had a wee look at their new pressed eyeshadows. I really liked them but talked myself out of buying any due to the fact i have so many new eyeshadows to try. But iRead more
Whist I was in London in April, I purchased NARS Deep Throat Blush. It’s a staple in almost every beauty junkies makeup bag, and I can see why. It’s a perfect spring blush with a hint of shimmer. Only ever so slightly, nothing too crazy, as I am not too much a fan of superRead more