Disney World - A Magical Vacation.

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Tom Ford Lipsticks - A Touch of Luxury.

Sometimes a girl needs a bit of luxury in her life, and for me that comes in the shape of a Tom Ford lipstick. They are definitely the most expensive lip product I have ever owned but the formula just makes it worth every penny - they are super creamy and pigmented giving them great lasting power.
I originally splurged on Spanish Pink which is from the original collection and is a lovely everyday pink that goes with basically every makeup look.
I then got into the Lips & Boys collection and found the summer pink shade in Patrick, its a coral pink that is great with a tan and glowy skin. I now own the shade Jay aswell which is a sultry dark purple with a hint of shimmer. 

If you are looking into spoiling yourself then I would definitely give these a try! 

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Sheer Nude Nails.

Now if I'm being honest I am actually a huge fan of dark nails, I always gravitate to those sultry smokey shades when I'm perusing the beauty isles - however I HATE the way they look when they chip, they are the most obvious colours when they have seen their best days so I decided to go well outside of my comfort zone, and I must say I have been pleasantly surprised. 

I first shade I tried like this was Dior's Lili which is a sheer pinky nude that has a very glossy finish and just looks like perfected nails, the brush makes it easy and quick to apply so I've been loving being able to having a quick manicure with this one.
The closest highstreet buy to this one that I have found so far is Essie's Birthday Suit, a cult favourite for all the right reasons, I would say this one is slightly more sheer but I actually have been preferring that look recently.
For a more opaque polish Essie's Urban Jungle is a more grey/white tone that gives a more intense finish - I like this one instead of a clean white as it is more complimentary on my skintone when I'm more pale. 

I've seen lots of these types of shades from different brands so if you have any recommendations then please them in the comments below -
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Loving the Brand - Chanel.

Continuing on with my 'Loving the Brand' series I have gone or a brand that I have accumulated bits of when I have felt like a real treat. Chanel is one of those brands that gives an experience whenever you go to the counter, everything feels special which adds to the purchase and to my love for their products.

Recently I did a post about a repurchase of the Tan de Soleil (here) which is a complete holy grail product for me as it gives the perfect amount of warmth to the skin and can be built up so even when I'm my ghostly pale self it looks natural.
In terms of mascara I will normally reach for natural bristle brushes as they suit my lashes better, but after hearing reviews I decided to give the Inimitable Intense mascara a try, it claims to give volume, length, curl and separation which all sounds rather amazing. I have been impressed with how this mascara makes my lashes look long and fluttery which I find hard to get from silicone bristles - this was definitely a special purchase for its expense but I like to keep it for special occasions when I want those false looking lashes,
Now for a purchase that wouldn't shock anyone, I had to invest a nude pink lipstick so when I saw the shade Boy from the Rouge Coco Shine range it was love at first sight. As the formula is more hydration based it doesn't last as long as matte shades however I always get dry lips so this is super comfortable for me to wear and is easy to top up during the day. I would recommend this shade to anyone as I feel like its one of those that would go with any makeup look and is perfect to be kept in a handbag.
Lastly is abit of a mad purchase that I have come to love and now will start considering shades from their permanent line. I picked up one the Long Lasting Eyeliners from the Spring collection in the shade Fervent Blue which is the most beautiful deep blue shade I have ever seen! I felt like a moth being drawn to a metallic blue super creamy flame - this could seem a completely mental shade to some but I have worn it with a simple black cat eye on the lid with this on the bottom lashline, I think its an effective way to add a pop of colour to your look without going for a bold smokey eye.


If you have any Chanel favourites please let me know in the comments below -
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Lancome Juicy Shakers - Cocktails for the Lips.

I was insanely excited for this Lancome release! I mean how cute are these!! I'm sure you have already heard about these Juicy Shakers but I had to do this post as I have been really enjoying them and wanted to share my thoughts.

So these contain sweet almond oil, omega 3 and cranberry oil, which nourish the lips making them feel super hydrated and plump and a pigment that will give a wash of colour to the lips. When left to settle the product will separate into half oil and half pigment so all you do is give it a little shake (hence the cocktail shaker packaging - still too cute!) and it will create your lip colour.

There are 13 shades to choose from along with a limited edition which is the blue shade I have in my picture above - this is the shade Mint to Be and looks completely bonkers when your sat applying this to your lips in public, yet it has a secret talent of simply adding what seems a clear layer to your lips but as it has the blue tone creates the look of whiter teeth and boasts a minty fresh scent. While I was looking at the shades online I couldn't just buy one so I found the shade Vanilla Pop which comes out a dusky rose shade, I have started to apply this over other lipsticks to create more comfort on the lips.

I'm really impressed with these Juicy Shakers and already want more in my collection (I need help) I think they are a fantastic idea for holiday to keep the lips hydrated and are so easy to pop in your handbag. If you can get your hands the limited Mint shade then I would highly recommend it - who doesn't want a baby blue lip oil? ..


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Holiday Blues.

So after writing my last post about my current favourite perfume (here) I got to reminiscing about previous holidays and being in the sunshine with an ice cold cocktail in my hand. After clicking through the hundreds of beach filled shots on my laptop I've chosen some of my favourites that I would love to share on here. 

Let me know where you would love to go on your next holiday - Thanks for reading!

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Bronze Goddess Scent - A Splash of Sunshine?

Top Notes -  Zesty citrus notes of Sicilian bergamot, mandarin, lemon and orange.
The Heart - Tiare flower, jasmine, magnolia and orange blossom.
Base Notes - Amber, coconut milk, vanilla, vetiver, sandalwood and myrrh.

Is it summer yet? no? well I've found a fragrance that is the season in a bottle, although this scent is normally released in the summer months I had a bottle for Christmas and I am loving it! With all this cold weather and dark days I normally reach for my more warming scents like Jo Malone Nutmeg & Ginger but this splash of sunshine has me reminiscing of those warm evenings and holidays somewhere lovely.

It is a very light fragrance but has a fresh warmth, the coconut is quite obvious on my skin but is still soft and just gives a subtle scent. I would say if you are a fan of heavy scents this may not be the choice for you, but I cant stop reaching for it.

Let me know your current favourite perfume right now - Thanks for reading!

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Soap & Glory - Highlight & Sculpt Sticks

Recently I decided to go for a quick wander round the beauty section of Boots to see if there were any new releases that were worth a try and whilst scanning the Soap & Glory counter I came across these new Highlight & Sculpt Sticks; there are three in the collection but one was sold out. 

Now without even swatching these I was hoping they would be a dupe for the Nars Multiple Sticks and they definitly are! These are sheerer than the Nars ones but the shades and blendability is just as smooth, the one that was sold out was very similar to Copacabana, a pretty lilac highlight that is stunning on paler skintones. The blush shade with its pink and gold glow just screams Nars Orgasm, I would say this one has abit more glitter than sheen but for the price point its completely worth it - and lastly is the bronze this is more of a blush tone to me than a bronzer but still super pretty, I think this would look amazing in the summer with a bronze smokey eye and a nude glossy lip! 

If you have been looking into the Nars sticks and arent sure about the price tag these would be a great way to try the shades and product type out without the splurge - I will always love the Nars versions but these are the best dupes I've seen! 

Thanks for reading! 

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Bleach London: Rose Shampoo/Conditioner

For a while now I have had plum toned hair which I love but takes alot of upkeep with roots and vibrance or it just looks abit of a mess. Recently I started looking for ways to tone and maintain the colour of my hair to increase the amount of time between dying and the answer came in an unusual product. 

I am well aware the Bleach London range is for what is says on the tin 'bleach blondes' or light coloured hair, however I originally bought their shade Bruised Violet to put on top of my brown hair to tint it slightly and after a great experience with that I dyed it a similar colour permanently. Using their non permanent hair dyes is effective but time consuming since I have to apply to dry hair and leave it for a decent amount of time to get the colour payoff so I looked for an easier alternative. 

The rose shampoo and conditioner when used on platinum blonde hair can leave a milky pink tone which is super pretty and tones the blonde at the same time. However I bought the products to try and reduce my hairs tendancy toward going red/ginger as it pink colouring vamps up the purple in my hair and keeps it the colour I want it to be. When using these, I always use them together and will leave both on for a number of minutes and massage in to make sure I get as much from it as possible. 

If you are looking to try a different colour or have purple/pink tones like myself and want to keep them vibrant then give these a go. I would highly recommend the range to anyone, as the Bruised Violet shade was even noticable on my dark brown hair. 

Let me know of any other ways to maintain the hair colour, any advice is always appreciated! I read every comment and will answer any questions! 

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Bare Minerals Complexion Rescue

It takes alot for a new product to gain a place in my everyday routine but this summer release from Bare Minerals has become an absolute saviour for me. I have dry and sensitive skin, and have pretty much tried every BB/CC cream going from the bargain buys to the high end splurges yet this one has something completely new about it that I'm really excited about! 

The formula is gel based and you dont need much to cover your whole face so the tube will last longer (always a bonus!) its coverage, I would say, is medium, which compared to many other products in its catergory is quite high. It blends nicely, I just use my fingers to apply it with and will sometimes just go over it with my beauty blender. There are also quite a few shades which is again different as usually it is either, light, medium or dark so it is more likely to suit your specific skintone and actually give the natural look. 

I recently went to Florida and wore this everyday, it didn't melt off my face or move around, it was really impressive and kept my skin hydrated even in the sun. It does have an spf 30 aswell which adds to its benefits and is a bonus if you're going to be in the sun.

I love this product for my skin type, its super hyrdating and gives great coverage for a tinted moisturiser, however I dont know if it would work well on oily skin as it may move around during the day - but thats something I'm not sure of. 

If you have tried any new products that you're loving let me know, I read every comment and will reply to any questions! 

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Estee Lauder Bronze Goddess Eyeshadow Palette.

Summer collections in the beauty world have to be my favourites, and the Estee Lauder Bronze Goddess release is always perfection to me. This year I got my hands on the eyeshadow palette and it has lived up to all my expectations. The palette consists of eight shades, 5 of which are satin finish warm neutral shades while there are three shimmer shades that can really change the looks you can achieve. 

For anyone that loves a neutral eye this palette is definitely worth a look at, the shades are super blendable and easy to work with. There is the dark brown shimmer if you want to go from day to night aswell as an olive green which im loving putting on the lower lashline to change up an everyday look. 

If you're thinking about trying a new eyeshadow palette this season I would highly recommend giving this one a go, its got such versatile shades and has a lovely formula. 

Let me know what your favourite summer collection is this year, I read every comment and will reply to any questions! 

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Lee Stafford Hair Growth Review.

I think its safe to say that most girls go through a period of wanting long hair, which is great if you're one of the lucky few that can grow it quickly but for me its not so easy. I've always liked having longer hair but I also enjoy changing the colour and style which can and has damaged my hair - Last summer I had 4 inches cut off my hair as I had been dip dying my hair for about 6 months and my ends were super dry and just needed to come off. Although I was glad to have healthy hair again I did feel upset that I had lost so much length and decided to look for a treatment that could help. 

I eventually came across the Lee Stafford Hair Growth range, I initially bought the shampoo, conditioner and the treatment I got them on 3 for £15 which saves alot of money. After a few months of testing I found the shampoo was the most effective of the range in terms of increasing hair growth and I didnt really enjoy the conditioner. The treatment is something I would recommend to anyone, as its the best mask/treatment I have ever used on my hair and keeps it in great condition. 

Its now been roughly a year and I havent had my hair cut in that time, my hair has grown back to its previous length and further and is in much better condition. I would like to say though that I rarely use heat on my hair, I usually let my hair dry naturally and will only used heat tools when Im going out so that will contribute to the health of my hair. It is also not a miracle product, it definitely isnt going to turn you into Rapunzel after one shower however I find that because it looks after the hair so well and keeps it so nourished that it encourages more hair growth, obviously how quick this happens will depend on the individual. 

I hope this helps if anyone is looking into these products, I have used similar items such as Fast Shampoo & Conditioner which did not work for me and made my hair and scalp really dry. I find vitamins can help but work far more on my nails and skin than my hair. The Lee Stafford range is worth a try for anyone even if you just want to improve the health of your hair, I wouldnt call it a miracle product but more like a helping hand. 

Please leave any comments below and I will reply to any questions! 

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Clinique Lip Pop & Primers

For a girl that has an obsession with lip products these new releases from Clinique were definitely on my list, it just came down to choosing a shade, or in this case two. This new range are not only super hydrating but with the primer within it helps smooth out your lips and gives them an even surface for a wash of colour that are perfect for the summer months. Within the range there is a colour to suit everyone but for typical me I chose a nude and a coral, both of which have been used constantly since I got my hands on them. 

The two shades I picked up are Melon Pop and Nude Pop, the melon shade shows up more pink on camera but is a true coral, this would be perfect with a bronze toned look and brightens up the face. The nude is a mauve/pink tone and is a true 'your lips but better' shade, I've used this over Charlotte Tilbury's Pillowtalk lip liner, it keeps my lips hydrated and enhances the longevity. 

I would recommend these to anyone, they are a sheer formula so they are great for just a hint of colour on their own or look great when layered on something else. They make matte formulas more comfortable for anyone with dry lips but dont make them look super glossy. These are well worth a try especially for a quick and easy makeup look. 

Please leave any comments below, I will reply to any questions! 

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Clarins Aquatic Treasures

Recently Clarins has become one of my favourite brands, I hadn't used many of their products before this year but everything I have tried so far has been great! Their Instant Light Lip Perfecters are a holy grail product for me now and I always have one in my bag - plus their scent is incredible!

Last week they released their summer collection - Aquatic Treasures - and I instantly fell in love, it is a small yet beautiful collection, full of wearable shades that would suit anyone. I picked up two items from the collection; the bronzer and one of the eyeshadows. 

Ok... so can we just take a second and just look at this! This is by far the most beautiful bronzer I have every seen, I dont even want to swatch it, the detail is incredible and makes it feel like a special edition product. The shade is actually made up of four different tones and is a warm bronzer so I wouldnt recomend it as a contour if you want the shadow effect but is lovely to warm up the face. The formula appears to be fairly lightweight and buildable without going cakey, I think if you wanted a less warm tone you could focus your brush on the lightest quarter and just get a hint of colour, this also gives the option of four different tones depending how dark you want it to be or you can obviously mix them all together and create a mid tone. There is also a huge mirror inside the packaging which is always useful if you need to touch up your make up on the go and dont wanna carry a spare mirror; although due to it being a fairly big product I'm not sure it would make the best handbag option. 

Now for the eyeshadow; first of all the packaging is rose gold so im already obsessed. The shade I got is Aquatic Rose and is basically a pure rose gold shade, it is the most pigmented, beautiful rose gold shade I've ever seen! I have wanted a rose gold shadow for a really long time and have tried different ones but they have all either been too pink or too glittery; but this has a sheen finish it almost looks metallic and I can imagine if used wet could give a foil effect so that is definitely something I need to try. I think this will be great on its own with winged eyeliner and lots of lashes for a really pretty summer look, or blended with a chocolate brown for a smokey more evening look. 

I would definitely recommend this collection I think its super pretty and wearable, I'm not sure how well stocked it is hopefully these are still available, I got mine from debenhams online but I think you can get it from boots aswell. 

Let me know if you have tried any of the summer collections that have been released, and leave any comments below, I read every one and will reply to any questions! 

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Viva Glam Miley + Lip Swatch.

Yet another edition to my constantly growing collection of Mac is the Miley Cyrus Viva Glam lipstick, I actually bought this just after it was released but didnt actually try it out until today and I have to say I am really impressed. It's an amplified finish which is my favourite as they aren't drying like matte but have amazing pigmentation and feel comfortable on the lips. The shade is a hot pink that I can see myself wearing alot in the summer, it has quite a glossy finish which I actually prefer on brighter shades as it makes my lips look hydrated. 

Although there is a lot of negativity about Miley this is the only shade out of the Viva Glam celebrity collection that I have actually really liked and found to be something I can wear all the time. I think this shade would suit anyone as its a really clean pink and just adds a really pretty pop of colour even on minimal makeup days. 

I am pretty much in love with this lipstick its just so pretty and definitely worth a try if you like to try brighter shades. There is a matching gloss to this shade that I am now considering as I think that would be a sheerer version if you wanted this to be abit less intense. 

I have done a previous post a while ago that was a full lip swatch of my Mac lipstick collection, I have added a couple (or 6) since then but it does feature about 20 shades if you wanted to see any others, I will link that one here. 

Let me know what your favourite Mac lipstick is, I read every comment and will reply to any questions. 

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Little Bit of Sparkle.

 Over the past few months I've not had much time to experiment and try out new make-up looks so when the chance came I took full advantage and came up with a gold/bronzey look that adds a bit of sparkle to an everyday look. For a base I used a L'Oreal Colour Riche in the shade Golden Nude, these shadows are super pigmented and are even better when used wet. I then used a Dior Fusion Mono in the shade Mirror which is the most beautiful iridescent gold that catches the light and intensifies the L'Oreal underneath. To finish the look I used the red shade in Charlotte Tilbury's Dolce Vita palette in the outer corners and blended slightly with the bronze glitter shade. 

The intensity of the sparkle doesn't show up very well on camera but the gold is super pretty with a winged liner. I really enjoyed being able to do something abit different, I think I'll be wearing this look quite abit in the summer as the bronze colours should look abit better with a tan. I think its definitely worth trying something new and abit out of your comfort zone, I will be trying different looks more often. 

Would love to know what you guys think about this look, I read every comment and will reply to any questions! 

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My Gym Face.

Ok so I am bracing myself for a slap on the wrist for writing this post but I know from going to the gym that I am not the only girl that puts a little something on her face before working out so I figured I would do a post about what I use and what I have found to not cause any breakouts or look like a hot mess (quite literally) when I leave. 

So the main thing I will always wear is a tinted moisturiser, I either use the YSL Skintone Perfector or the Estee Lauder Sheer Tint as they provide light coverage that looks after my skin but evens it out at the same time. I use this as it doesnt really feel like makeup and isn't like wearing Double Wear for instance - it lets the skin breathe while giving that extra bit of confidence. 

Concealer is not something I will always wear, but if I'm having a particularly rough patch with my skin and either have some blemishes that are crazy obvious or dark circles that make me look like I haven't slept in 10 years then I will reach for my Bourjois Healthy Mix Concealer, this one is lightweight but great coverage and doesn't look cakey or thick. 

Staying with Bourjois and their Healthy Mix range, their powder is a staple for me everyday no matter what makeup look I am wearing, however all I do when I go to the gym is dust a little over my T-Zone just to keep the base from sliding around and it just keeps it looking fresh. 

This next step is super optional and definitely depends on how good the shape of your brows are but mine are just loving making my life difficult right now so I pretty much rely on the L'Oreal Brow Artiste to keep them looking somewhat reasonable, however if I was blessed with good brows I would skip this step. 

I pretty much always wear mascara, I'm not particularly faithful to just one, I do really love Lancome Hypnose but will try others and at the moment I'm giving the new Maybelline Lash Sensational a go and I do actually really like it, its not my absolute favourite but does lengthen my lashes quite abit which is nice when you want a more natural look - I'm pretty sure you could add a couple of coats for more vampy looks but I haven't tried that yet. 

Lastly is a lip balm of some sort, I've put my Dior Lip Maximiser is the picture as its the one I use pretty much constantly right now. I do however use anything that I know will keep my lips moisturised and comfortable for a decent amount of time without being greasy or sticky. 

So that's it for my 'gym face' products, I know that you really shouldn't wear any make-up when working out and embrace the naked face but if you're not feeling quite so confident I think finding products that will let your skin breathe, keep it moisturised and aren't pore blocking are the best way to go. 

Let me know if you have any products you would recommend, I read every comment and will reply to any questions

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YSL Volupte Tint-in-Oil

I have loved the YSL range for a long time and have never been dissapointed by any of the products that I have tried, and this is no expection! When I first heard about these the idea of having oil on my lips was not something I was at all interested in, it sounded greasy and uncomfortable, but I was so wrong. For someone who suffers from really dry lips, anything that will improve that while giving me a wash of colour is definitly worth a try. 

The shade I decided to try was 'Papa Dont Peach'/ 06, it does come out fairly pink on me so not quite the shade I imagined but I do have dark lips to start off with so its quite hard to have a sheer product make a big difference. The formula of these is incredible, its sheer and moisturising and gives an even cover of colour that gets darker over a few minutes to adapt to your natural lip shade. They are made up of 5 nourishing oils, apricot kernel oil, macadamia seed oil, coriander fruit oil, jojoba seed oil and passion flower oil - which brings me to the scent of these, the passion flower and apricot makes it smell sweet and fruity and makes it even better to wear. 

Finally the packaging! Of course coming from YSL the beautiful metallics are super luxurious, these come in silver with a band of colour that represents the colour of the oil inside. The applicator is the same as the original glosses from the brand that apply the perfect amount of product so it doesnt go streaky or patchy. 

I would recommend these to anyone, but if you have dry lips and want to be able to wear a pop of colour without worrying about it going patchy these are perfect. I think these would also be great for the summer as they keep your lips moisturised and add that bit of something to a minimal look. 

Let me know if you've tried anything new lately, I read every comment and will reply to any questions

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