Current Favourites

It's soooo dark in the mornings at the moment and to take photos I need to get up a little bit earlier. I know, #firstworldproblems but does anyone else struggle with even just an extra 10mins? Anyway, I got up and took some photos, so here's a run down of some current favourites.

GoneGirl

I finished this book in around a week. It. is. amazing. I won’t give anything away, but it's a psychological thriller that constantly makes you go ‘woah, seriously?’. The characters are brilliant and each one toys with your emotions throughout. After falling in love, I decided to go and watch the film, which is so worth a watch. Rosemund Pike is incredible and it’s really true to the book, which is usually hard to achieve.

MAC Studio Fix Fluid Foundation

I have terrible skin at the moment. The sudden change in weather seems to have taken its toll and a good foundation is a total must. Answer? MAC Studio Fix Fluid Foundation. This is currently doing wonders to my blemished, red, bumpy skin.

UrbanDecay Naked Palette 1

I finally got this palette! Few years behind everyone else, granted. When I was in New York I took a cheeky and pricy (oops) trip to Sephora and took the plunge. I don’t actually think its overpriced at all for the quality and range of colours, so if that’s putting you off…buy it. Go on!

UrbanOutfitters Bras
Small breasted people, unite! I have a few of these little lacy numbers and not only are they really comfy, but if you have small boobs they are really flattering too. I say small because I don’t think you’d be able to contain your lady lumps if you’re blessed in that area.

What have you been loving lately?

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September Favorites

Hello October! Time flies when you're having fun and all that. Here's a look at what I was loving during the month of September...

Urban Decay B6 'blah blah' Prep Spray - I have been using this all month and my skin looks so much clearer, is way less oily and all my makeup stays in place! Love, love, love. See a full review here.

Diorskin Nude BB Creme - At the beginning of September I made a dangerous appointment at the Dior counter after hearing a few good reviews about this BB Creme. I like to have a lighter base option in my makeup bag as my skin doesn't tend to get too spotty (i'll wake up with a corker tomorrow now!), so a light coverage is usually good for me on a daily basis. I have the colour 002 and I have to say I am really impressed with the coverage and lasting power. I've been using for over a month now and have been really liking it. My only criticism, it's only 30ml and it costs £30.00 - we shall see how long it lasts!

Dior Powder Eyebrow Pencil - Whilst at the Dior counter, I also got this powder eyebrow pencil in Sand. I was using a random powder before, but it was definitely too dark for me and kind of had a red tone to it (oops). This is much better and it also looks more natural than the powder option I was using before. I would really recommend this particular pencil over any high street ones so you can get matched and because it's a powder based pencil it gives a more natural look than a standard pencil in my opinion.

LOreal Skin Perfection 3 in 1 Purifying Micellar Solution - First off, this is only £4.99! And, I think i got it half price - amazing. I've been using this as a cleanser in my skincare routine by placing a small amount of product onto a cotton pad to remove my makeup. It doesn't get rid of my eye makeup in 'one sweep' like they all claim, but my makeup is removed without a struggle and it's very refreshing! I have a feeling I will always have a bottle in my collection.

The Body Shop Watermelon Pasteque Body Lotion - I think Pasteque is French for Watermelon, but who knows! I don't think this is actually available at The Body Shop now for some reason, but you can't go wrong with any of their products in my mind. This is a very light moisturizer that goes into your skin super quick, so no wrestling with you clothes once it's on like Ross and those leather trousers. I like the look of the Mango Whip Body Lotion too. 

Denman Tangle Tamer - I've been using this so much, despite the dolphin print! Check out the full review here. 

Hugo Boss Jour Pour Femme - My mum got this mini version with her new perfume and it's now mine (thanks Mum). I can't describe fragrances well, but it's apparently 'an elegant floral fruity fragrance inspired by the first light of day'. Deep stuff there. It smells real good!

Monki Leopard Print Bag - Unfortunately, I don't think you can get this bag now either! I got this at the end of August and have been using it all month to brighten up my outfit. These envelope style bags are surprisingly spacious and great for both the day and evening. Check out the Monki shop here for all the new styles. 

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August Beauty Favorites

Refuse to believe that it's the end of August and the Summer is over, it's crazy! Putting my dislikes of reality aside, here's what I have been loving during the month of August.

As you can see, there isn't that much this month and that's because I was on a self-inflicted shopping ban. I can confirm that the ban has been lifted and a trip to Boots has already occurred! (see instagram). Anyway, here's some further deets: 

Moroccan Oil - £30.45 from lookfantastic

Like everyone, I had already heard of the wonders of Moroccan Oil, but for whatever reason I'd never got round to purchasing any until now. I am so glad I have! I've been applying one pump to the ends of my locks all month and I can definitely tell the difference, my hair is softer and nowhere near as dry as before. Also, as an added bonus, my hair seems to blow dry much better with this in, meaning I haven't had to straighten my hair all month. Love, love, love!

Conditioning Nail Polish Remover Pads - £1.50 from Boots

I can't find the exact same ones online, but these have come in really handy when I've been on the go and my nail varnish has chipped beyond repair. You get 15 pads in the little pot and I only use two in total per removal, so these do actually last quite a long time. The other thing I like about them is my nails feel really moisturized afterwards, sometimes nail varnish removers can leave my nails super dry.

Mac Plum Foolery Blush - £18.00 from Mac

I've already done a full review here, so I won't bore you with the details again. All I will say is this is the perfect A/W blush to take your make up from the peachy pastel summer look in one - big love.

Mac Tarnish Eye Kohl - £14.00 from Mac

So, my mum walked into my room a while back and was totally rocking an electric blue eyeliner, which looked insanely good. Skip forward and I am in LA with work and I find myself at the Mac counter (duhs) where I spot the Plum Foolery Blush and this super long eye pencil in dark green. I've been using this to line my eyes all month (see FOTD here) and not only is it a great alternative to black or brown, but the formula is amazing. I will defintely be repurchasing this and it's even prompted me to buy some metallic liners since.

Maybelline 24hr Color Tattoo in Pink Gold & On and On Bronze - £4.99 each from Boots

These little pots have been my go-to eyeshadows all month and I cannot get enough of them. Normally when something says 24hrs I think what a load of kitten poo, however these genuinely do last all day long. These have probably been the stand out product for me this month, I just can't fault them!

I picked up On and On Bronze after Lily Pebbles said she wore it, cuz she's gorge. I wasn't too sure about the Pink Gold, but when you blend it onto the lid it creates a gorgeous champagne nudey tone and I have been wearing it pretty much every day to work. If I could get you to try anything next month, try these!

Above: Mac Tarnish Eye Kohl, Maybelline Pink Gold and Maybelline On and On Bronze

I have blended in the colour tattoo eye shadows pretty well, you can create a more dramatic look by packing the product on or including a powder eye shadow over the top - very versatile!

That's a wrap! Stay tuned for lots more more posts this month and don't forget to follow me on all the below links if you want extra. What have you been loving this month? (not that I need tempting by you all!)

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