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Fragrance – Prepping For Summer

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NEW Summer Fragrance

NEW Summer Fragrance

I use the change in seasons as an excuse to switch up my beauty routine especially my fragrance. I like more of a fresh, light scent as we head into Summer, one that reflects how much I enjoy this time of year. I can already tell you that one of these scents has already won me over and is set to become very much a signature scent for me. Scents are able to evoke memories and take us on a journey so picking a new scent is important and can stay with us for years.

I have two beautiful Summer appropriate scents to share with you, I’d love it if you let me know in the comments what perfume you like to wear during the warmer months.

Givenchy Live Irresistible Perfume

NEW Givenchy Fragrance

Givenchy Live Irrésistible EDP délicieuse

This beautiful fragrance comes packaged in a pretty pink box which depicts a classic Parisian scene. The tall triangular bottle is very striking with an etched studded pattern on two sides. Givenchy say it is a contrast between elegance and modernity.

This Délicieuse version of Givenchy’s best selling Live Irresistible scent is a sweet mix of edible gourmand notes and a floral bouquet which make it a really fun, youthful fragrance. The original offering had more of a zesty, floral scent and although this latest version keeps its Rose heart notes I think it will appeal to people that like their fragrance to be more sugary sweet. It contains notes of,

  • Top Notes: Madeleine Accord, Cherry
  • Heart Notes: Rose Essentielle, Orange Blossom
  • Base Notes: Tonka Bean, Iris, Bitter Almond, Vanilla, Caramel

This fragrance is like Summer in a bottle. A delicious cocktail of sweet, floral and warming caramel notes give it a juicy scent. At first the smell is quite intense and you can really smell the zesty, tart notes but once it settles down the Almond and Caramel notes come through which give it depth and more of a warming but still quite sweet scent.

If you are looking for a Summer scent with a flirty, fun & youthful feel to it I 100% recommend this latest Givenchy release. It’s sweet, juicy & floral cocktail make it the perfect fragrance for those warm Summer days.

Favourite Summer Fragrances 2017

Gucci Bamboo Perfume

Gucci Bamboo Limited Edition EDP

This classic Gucci fragrance is the same original sexy woody floral scent but now comes in a stunning limited edition bottle. This updated version comes beautifully packaged in a pretty dusky pink outer box with drawings of a bamboo garden scene. Whilst the bottle itself is a gorgeous blush pink with its art deco inspired silhouette and silver bamboo stopper. It looks and feels extremely luxurious and the packaging really reflects the strong, feminine Gucci Bamboo scent.

I think this perfume is very modern, sexy and has a refreshing sophisticated feel to it. The mix of woody, floral and sweet notes work really well layered together and I adore the citrus twist of the bergamot which adds such a Summer vibe to the scent.

  • Top Notes– Italian Bergamot
  • Heart Notes – Casablanca Lily & Ylang-Ylang
  • Base Notes – Sandalwood

I like that this isn’t an overpowering scent which works well for Summer, you like your perfume to be more fresh and uplifting in the warmer months. The floral notes make it just ideal for Summer and it’s woody notes settle down to give it a sophisticated feel. I do also like that there is also a juicy sweetness to it whilst the Sandalwood and Bergamot add a rich contrast and once it settles down it’s a juicy, refreshing but sophisticated scent. I adore it.

Luxurious GUCCI Bamboo Perfume

Two very different scents for Summer but both are feminine and very pretty. I would say the Gucci Bamboo has stolen my heart and has become my go to fragrance. I think this scent suits me more than the Givenchy Live Irrésistible Delicieuse only because it is less sweet and I tend to gravitate towards more woody scents. Although I am enjoying the lighthearted feel to Givenchy Live Irrésistible Delicieuse and have been wearing it as more of a day scent.

Let me know what scent you have added to your Summer line up this year & if you’re tempted by either of the scents I have been wearing.

  • This post is in collaboration with Fragrance Direct

RUBIS Rose Gold Tweezers

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Rubis Tweezers

RUBIS Rose Gold Tweezers

When Rubis contacted me to review their tweezers I replied to say I would be excited to but I warned them I’ve been loyal to current tweezers for years now & nothing has come close to knocking them off the top spot. So the challenge was on.

It is safe to say that not all tweezers are made equal and these Rubis tweezers have highlighted that fact. So who are Rubis? They’re a Swiss brand who manufacture high quality cosmetic tweezers, scissors and manicure sets. Their products are all individually handmade in Switzerland by skilled craftsmen using the highest quality steel. Rubis are a brand that proudly puts its focus on the quality of the craftsmanship.

rubis tweezers

Rubis tweezers were initially designed exclusively for the Swiss watch industry but in 1985 entrepreneur Fides Baldesberger came onboard and took the company in a new direction. Rubis expanded their range and started designing tweezers for the beauty industry, they carried the same quality through their range. It wasn’t long before their cosmetic tweezers were getting positive press and they even get a seal of approval from renowned New York makeup artist Bobbi Brown who described them as ‘the Ferrari of tweezers‘. So if they’re good enough for Bobbi they’re good enough for me!

I like my tweezers to tweeze out hairs with zero fuss. I hate having to go at the same hair over and over again, that’s when you end up catching your skin and that hurts like nothing else. I also want my tweezers to really grip even the really fine hairs and pull them out with ease & without tugging. These tweezers have gone above and beyond my expectations.

pretty rose gold tweezers

rubis rose gold tweezers

I’ve been testing the Limited Edition Rose Gold Slanted Tip Tweezers and what I like about them first off is that the slanted pincers give you great grip allowing you to pull hairs out at the root. The grip allows you to be very precise so no over plucking here!

The quality of the RUBIS Tweezers is very impressive and each pair is tested for weight, balance & made with rust proof surgical stainless steel to guarantee Swiss top quality. They are ergonomic and feel comfortable and lightweight. I haven’t wanted to use any other tweezers since these arrived on my doorstep 5 weeks ago and my brows have been looking neat and tidy.

If you’re looking for a set of fantastic quality tweezers then I hope you’ll check out the RUBIS range.

RUBIS are available at Fenwick, Harvey Nichols and Look Fantastic

  • This post contains PR Samples

YSL Beauty Brow Wardrobe

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YSL Beauty Brow Wardrobe

YSL Eyebrow Products

YSL Beauty Brow Wardrobe

I’m very excited to introduce you to some fantastic new releases from YSL Beauty, they have added four new products to their brow range and created the YSL Brow Wardrobe. Everyone has their individual way of filling in their brows whether you prefer a simple look or a very bold brow I think you will find at least one product from the YSL brow range that you will love.

Couture Brow Palette in 02 Medium to Dark

This comes in that class signature gold YSL packaging which looks and feels luxurious and it has a very handy mirror so it’s a fantastic palette to take with you in your makeup bag. It also comes with just the cutest mini YSL tweezers and a brow brush which despite their teeny tiny size work very well to tidy up any stray brow hairs.

So cuteness aside you also get 3 powder shades which are nicely pigmented and blend beautifully. You can use them individually or mix them together to create your perfect brow shade. The powders are easy to blend and work with and have great staying power. For me powder gives you the option to be quite precise and also have the flexibility to create a soft look or build it up for a more bold brow. This is a beautiful product and a stand out from this collection.

Dessin Des Sourcil (Eyebrow Pencil) in 04

This dual ended precision brow pencil comes in four shades & has a fab brow spoolie on one end and a pencil on the other. I found the pencil quite hard but the colour worked well and looked natural. I would say that a pencil allows you to get very precise strokes and if you wanted to just fill in your brows quickly with minimal fuss then a pencil is ideal & also great to travel with. Out of the four products this is the one I use the least but that is because I’m so used to using a powder that I find using a pencil quite awkward.

Luxury Makeup From YSL

NEW YSL Eyebrow Products

Couture Brow Marker in 02 Dark Brown

I have never tried a brow product like this before, it looks like a chunky marker pen with a angled felt tip style nib. After a few attempts I found this worked best for me for filling in a few sparse patches and also to outline the shape of my brows. It isn’t too pigmented which means you can achieve a natural look though your brow but a big plus point for me is, once you apply this there is no budging it (YSL promise 12 hour wear). Initially I thought the large nib would be quite hard to use but after a few goes I’m pleased to report I’ve become a dab hand and I’m able to get quite a nice sharp, defined look. I almost wrote this product off but I am converted to the Brow Marker & recommend giving it a go.

The only downside is this Couture Brow Marker only comes in two shades, light brown & dark brown and the lightest shade is not very light at all.

YSL Couture Brow Shaper Mascara

Couture Brow Mascara in 01 Glazed Brown

Out of the four products this tinted brow mascara is without a doubt the product I’ve used the most. This adds a nice amount of colour and texture to your brows and I also like that you can use it alone for an effortless look or on top of your powder to set your brows and add a little more colour. The brush is a fantastic size and shape, it allows you to put just the right amount of product through your bows without getting it everywhere. It’s gel consistency doesn’t give you the dreaded crispy brow and it’s buildable formula means you can go as natural or dramatic as you like. It is a fantastic product to add to your collection.

YSL Couture Brow Wardrobe

I feel like brows products have had such a resurgence since Cara Delevingne reminded everyone full brows are OK and I’m totally cool with that because my brows are a little unruly and naturally super thick.

What brow product do you like to use the most? Also let me know if any of the new YSL Brow products have caught your eye.

All of the YSL Brow Wardrobe products are available now from yslbeauty.co.uk

* This post contains PR Samples

Rimmel Super Gel Beach Ready Collection

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Rimmel Super Gel Polishes

Rimmel Super Gel Nail Polishes

Rimmel Super Gel Beach Ready Collection* 

One thing I love about the warmer weather is wearing open toe shoes / sandals and having my toes painted a cute, fun Summery shade. Well it looks like Rimmel have me covered in that department. Their latest release are 5 vibrant Summer appropriate nail polishes quite aptly named the Beach Ready Collection.

Rimmel have had quite a few new product releases this year and for me many of them just haven’t lived up to the hype, but I have been seriously enjoying these new Super Gel nail polishes. I do enjoy having my nails professionally done but like most people this just isn’t always possible, and it can get very expensive, so I’m always excited to try gel effect polishes especially when you don’t need to use a UV lamp to achieve that ultra glossy, long wearing manicure. The new Super Gel polishes promise up to 14 day wear, chip resistant & no UV lamp needed.

New Rimmel Super Gel Beach Ready Collection

Coral Queen / Flamenco Beach / Dive Right In / Purple Splash / Sun Fun Daze

A Two-Step Gel Colour System For Salon-Style Nails

  • 2 Simple Steps
  • Up to 14 days of gel colour & shine
  • No UV lamp needed
  • Apply 1–2 coats of Super Gel colour, followed by Super Gel Top Coat to activate curing
  • The built-in base coat means there’s no need to prep nails to achieve a salon-perfect finish
  • Dries like a regular nail polish
  • Nails are given an incredible shine and a super-smooth durable gel finish that covers any nail imperfections
  • Easy to Remove

Rimmel Super Gel Nail Polish

All 5 shades needed to coats but that made the colour very vibrant and opaque. No streaks and the formula was easy to work with too. I would say that I didn’t get 14 day wear on my fingers, but I did get 10 days on my toes. I opted for the Pink – Sun Fun Daze shade, and it was gorgeous and had a glossy finish, but the wear time just wasn’t fantastic.

I wouldn’t recommend these if you needed to rely on your manicure lasting for 2 weeks, but the Super Gel range have some beautiful shades and as a nail polish they apply well too. Not only that, but I have to say I’m looking forward to using the bright Orange – Coral Queen shade on my toes it will look so cute at the beach.

  • This post contains PR samples