April Favourites| Beauty,Accessories+Food

Another month has vanished and we are at that time again when we talk about monthly favourites! This month I have been loving mainly beauty products. 

- BarryM Gelly Spring Colours|| These have made a few appearances on my blog this month and I doubt it will be the last time you see them. The formula of these polishes are incredible with out a doubt, and so there really isn't much to say. Apart from the fact that these colours are perfect for any skin tone, they are so long lasting and great if you're going away and want something to last. 

- Revlon Matte Balms|| Ooh la la. These matte formula's from Revlon are amazing, they are super pigmented, last nearly all day on your lips and are surprisingly moisturising even though they are matte. The two shades I own and have been loving are Sultry and Elusive! 

- Kate Moss Lipsticks|| Two new additions to my collection this month, and I love them. I have heard so many people rave about the formula of Rimmel lipsticks, especially the Kate Moss ones and I just had to try them myself. Let me tell you, they are great! And smell amazing too. 

- MAC Dupe Brushes|| I did a full post on these here. These are amazing to do different eye looks with and the possibilities of using them are endless! Also great for travelling as you don't have to take millions of different eye brushes with you! If real MAC brushes are just as good as these beauties then no wonder everyone loves them. 

- Rimmel Powder|| Yes, that is right I fell for another hyped up product and this time I fell in love with it. This is the exact powder that I have been looking for and searching for. The reason I never tried it is because I didn't think it would be as good as it seems, but it is and lasts all day without making my skin look oily. 

- Garnier Micellar Water|| A new skincare staple. I love this because it does exactly what it says on the bottle unlike the L'oreal one. It cleans my makeup off straight away without the need to go back again with another cotton pad. 

- Maybelline Under eye concealer|| Something I never used to often wear is concealer under my eyes, and since having this I look back on days that I didn't really upset. This tube of magic covers all the darkness and shadow that I have under my eyes and is great to quickly do in the morning.

-MK Watch|| Of course this had to be included! I love this watch to death and now wear it every single day without fail, my arm feels odd when I don't wear it because it is something that I love. 

Primark Ring|| This uber cute flower ring was featured in my last OOTD post and I love how simple yet pretty it is. The colour is wonderful for the spring time and goes with the watch as a pair. 

Then on to food, which I fall in love with all the time and if you read my 'This Week I...' posts then you will now that over the pas month I have loved a lot of food!

My mum found some macaroons when she went food shopping and I literally screamed and jumped on her when she bought them home. I tried them last year at an afternoon tea and ever since have been searching everywhere to find them because they can be rather expensive. If you know of anywhere to buy them at a reasonable price then please let me know!

Thanks for reading! x

Bourjois Magic Nail Polish Remover|| Review+Demo

This Magic Nail Polish Remover has been a favourite of many people for quite some time now, and I didn't really know what all the hype was about until now. This thing is amazing, and has changed the way I now remove my nail polish. You have all probably heard what it does and why it is so great, so I will just tell you briefly. Basically, all you have to do is put your finger inside the bottle, wiggle it around and then magically it takes off any polish you have on your nails! 

The sponge inside is soaked with remover, so you don't have to go through a million cotton pads when removing nail polish. I find that it doesn't work as well for glitter, even though it does help slightly with the removal. 

Here are the before and after shots! You can see that all the polish has been removed from my fingers and it took me less than five minutes in total! Amazing!

The Essentials|| A Nail Addict

Yes. That is right. I am a nail addict and I will openly admit to it! It has been something that I have lived with for a few years now, and today's post is what I think every nail addict/lover should have!

The Tools

Avon Machine// This machine is the best thing in my life, my grandma bought me this at Christmas from Avon I believe and I love all the nifty little things it can do! They use a similar machine to this is the nail salons, but this is a cheaper alternative. 

Nail File*// Well isn't this a obvious one! I love the Healthy Nails one at the moment because it is great to get the exact shape you want. You can read a full review here. 

Buffer// These cuboid buffers are great to get that smooth nail surface, that makes applying your nail polish easier as you are getting rid of any bumps and the uneven surface.

Orange Stick+Cuticle Cream// These two things work together, by massaging your cuticles and pushing them back as often as you can, you are really helping your nails with growing in length and looks much better when they aren't there.

Nail Scissors// These ones from Model's Own are my favourite because they are shaped in such a way that it makes it easier to cut your finger!

The In-between Step!

This is what I like to call the 'in between' step because it is the optional step.

Nail Wheels// I love these! They are from Amazon, and cost nearly nothing as well as coming in packs of 10. They are great to test out nail colours before you paint them on your nails to see whether you like them or not. 

Cuticle Oil// Even though cuticle oil is great for your nails, I don't think it is the most needed step because your nails can live without it and you can use alternatives like a cream, or even plain olive oil!

The Finale! 

Elegant Touch Spray// Full Review Here This IS BLOOD AMAZING! I do apologise for the caps and my language, but this spray is my life saver and you will be converted when you try it! I love using it because it dries my nails uber quickly and I can do anything after painting them! 

Remover// I have only recently discovered this product and will have a review up in a few days. But this pot of remover is amazing. All you have to do is put your finger in the pot, move it around a little and then viola! Your polish has disappeared! 

Top Coat// Everyone has their own preference when it comes to top coats, but for me I like one that shiny and makes my nails look really gel like and lasts a long time. This one is from Nails Inc and I love it because it lasts a long time and the formula is grrreat!

What are your essentials? 

Tanya Burr Lipgloss in Afternoon Tea| Reveiw+Swatches

 

Tanya Burr Lip gloss in Afternoon Tea

Where to buy - FeelUnique

Every since Tanya Burr announced her lip gloss and nail varnish line with Eye Candy, I wanted to get my hands on the products as soon as I could. It look me four months since the launch because I was waiting until I knew exactly what I wanted and how many ect. 

This is the Tanya Burr Lipgloss in 'Afternoon Tea' my most desired choice because of the name and the colour - nearly there pinky nude. Of course. The formula is super moisturising and doesn't feel sticky like many other lip glosses these days are (hint hint MUA!)  The colour of the lip gloss is exactly what you see on the tube and on the lips its the colour you expect it to be. I am looking forward to trying the darker shades to see the colour pay off on them and what they look like on on, especially Vampire Kiss. 

Tanya's range is available from so many retailers now and for only £6.99 you cannot go wrong! Its so reasonably priced and when there are offer codes going round you can't help yourself but buy more than one like I did! 

The applicator is a foot, if that even exists and really packs on the colour. Its flat and collects so much product that I feel the need to rub the sides as I like to apply a little at a time. Nevertheless, it still goes on well and applies evenly. It also smells really delicious and sweet, I can get a hit of vanilla but then again my smell senses isn't the greatest. 

Overall, I am so happy I took the plunge and bought this shade along with 'Picnic in the Park' which you will see a review of soon as soon as I start using it more often. I have been trialling this particular one for weeks to see its full potential. I love wearing it on its own as well as over other nude shades such as Kate Moss for Rimmel in 08. My go to lip combo at the moment. 

Have you tried the line, and what are your favourite shades? Ooh and should I get the nail varnish as well?!

Garnier Micellar Cleansing Water||Review

Yes, that is correct I bought another Micellar Water. After falling in love with L'oreal one, I decided to buy the Garnier one in Tesco for only £2.99! What a bargain!

Packaging - I love the packaging for this bottle! It's a clear bottle with a pink lid. I prefer this packaging to the L'oreal one because it is easier to get the water out without it spilling everywhere. 

Price - It actually retails for £4.99 which is amazing as you are getting 400ml worth in one bottle. 

What does it do? - Just like the others, it removers makeup, cleanses and soothes for your skin and is suitable for the face, lips and eyes! And is made for everybody including you girls like me with sensitive skin!

I have fallen in love with it, and will be repurchasing this again instead of the L'oreal one as I find that it does work much better on my skin. It's also not got a smell to it, which makes me trust it more than other products and its my first from Garnier and I love!

Have you tried it yet?

What's In My Handbag| Spring/Summer

Back in December I did a What's in my Handbag post and found it so much fun, so I thought now that spring is here, it is time to switch up the bag and show you again!

Okay, first of all the actual bag! How beautiful is this beauty. I recently made this splurge because I was desperate for a smaller bag that was also all spring and summery. Luck was on my side and I had a voucher to spend so I decided to shop on the New Look site and along came this one, and ever since I have loved it! For me, it is the perfect size for everyday and fits everything in! Let's take a good look inside!

Purse//Primark - Same as my last post, need a new one but I can't seem to find one that I love! It keeps all my coins and cards in safely.

Headphones//Samsung - These came with my phone and I always have to keep them on me, I love listening to music, pod-cast's and great for you tube videos!

Hand Food//Soap and Glory - Ahhh, this little bottle of amazingness is my life saver. I love carrying around a small bottle of hand cream as it is the easiest thing to use when my hands get dirty.

Mentos// Whether its chewing gum or sweets I need something to have in my bag to snack on when I'm a little peckish and these things are the best thing to have as they are sweet/sour/fruity.

212 Perfume// Of course we have to have some perfume in the bag, I love this one for the summer time because it smells fresh and fruity and no joke with only one spray it lasts you all long.

Deodorant// Why wouldn't you carry a bottle? You are always going to need a spritz of this, or someone else is so I like to carry the compressed bottles with me as it doesn't take up much room.

Phone// Just my phone with my case on, my life.

Makeup Bag//Next - I love carrying a little makeup bag with me in my bag because it is the easiest way to carry all my essentials without stuffing them in one pocket or all over my bag.

This is what I keep inside of that little bag!

Hair Bobble// For when my hair is getting on my nerves I need to have a bobble to put it off my face.

Lipstick// This Party Proof lipstick is a great nude to just pop on without having to look in a mirror as it isn't messy.

Powder// Now that I use the Rimmel Powder everyday, I can use the body shop one in my handbag. Its great when you get shiny, oily and comes with a mirror inside.

Lipgloss// If not in the mood for lipstick, I tend to go for a lip gloss and this one from MUA is my favourite because the colour is nude (of course) and it lasts forever. 

Mascara// Same as the last one, the No7 mini one, and does its job of being a mascara. Nothing special about it for me but I love using it in an emergency.

Witch Concealer// This is in a shade that needs to be applied after my foundation, and I find that the formula of this concealer is easier to use on the go as it is very creamy. 

That's it for this post, I love reading and watching these types of videos and thought it would be fun!

Beauty Haul||Feel Unique,Superdrug+Boots

Over the last two months I have been doing small shops to buy different pieces of beauty items, didn't mean to but everything was on offer when I purchased so its allowed!

Superdrug/Boots (I can't remember where exactly!)

- BarryM Gelly's|| These have already featured on the blog! I picked up the new pastel shades from BarryM because I love wearing them for the Spring time.
-L'oreal Nail Polish|| A first from L'oreal from me, I loved seeing lots of people wearing these macaroon colours and wanted to try them out for my self. I got drawn into the mint green one out of the other shades because I have never seen anything like it!
- Rimmel Lipsticks|| Not one to buy from Rimmel a whole lot, I decided to pick up the Kate Moss Lipsticks because the nudes are meant to be amazing! And who can resist a Buy one get one half price offer? I picked up 03 and 08 both pinky nudes that look amazing for everyday wear.
-MUA Blusher|| After hearing some other people in Superdrug talking about them and literally buying every single shade I decided to pick one up as well to try. Not a big fan of blushes in general but this is very neutral so I guess I can make it work!

-Batiste Dry Shampoo||I have recently become addicted to using dry shampoo, it has so many great benefits and I went a picked up a big bottle as well as a small one for my travels next week to London!
- Garnier Micellar Water|| A impulse purchase as it was on offer. But these Micellar water's have truly stolen my heart, and this is just another one to add to your shopping list. I love this compared to the other ones because it has been made for sensitive skin. A full review coming soon.
-Hair Grips|| I always loose my grips, and then my mum ends up finding them on my carpet or in the bathroom. But nevertheless, I still buy more because I need them all the time!

Feel Unique!

-Tanya Burr Lipgloss|| Ahhh, I finally caved and bought two of the Lip-glosses from the range in 'Afternoon Tea' and 'Picnic in the Park' the names are so cute and they are amazing formula+quality!

Argan Dew Miraculous Argan Oil & Replenishing Hair Mask||Review

Last week, I received some amazing samples from the lovely people at Argan Dew. They decided to send me two of their products the 'Miraculous Argan Oil* & Replenishing Hair Mask*' and I thought that I would put them to the ultimate test and see what they are like, as I am one that has never tried any Argan oil stuff or even ever tried a hair mask. I know, I know, shock horror! 

So this is how I went on and what I thought about them...

Hair Mask - This is used just like conditioner in my opinion, you put it in your hair after washing and leave it in for 5 minutes before washing out. I used this only on the ends of my hair and felt a difference straight away. After drying my hair it instantly felt so much softer and fluffy if you can describe hair in that way. My hair has benefited so much and its also less knotty now as well after using the mask fa few times when I was. 

Oil - The favourite of the pair, both mum and myself tested these out because she has curly hair and I have straight. We both washed out hair and then applied the oil to the ends only as this are where the most damage happens from heat and wear and tear. Holy Cow. After drying and setting our hair we felt it was so much softer, healthier after a few days and shinier at the ends as well. 

Overall, there is nothing bad I can say about these products! I love both the oil and the mask and will be buying the full size of them very soon! If you use heat a lot on your hair, or even think that it needs to be given life then these are two products that you need in your life! 

Buy the Oil - Here

Buy the Mask - Here

Why Dry Shampoo is your Best Friend!

Over the last few weeks,I have become very reliant on the wonderful bottle of dry shampoo that is in my draw! Why? Well because it makes me life easier and so much less hassle! Let's run through why dry shampoo is already my best friend and will be yours soon!

What is Dry Shampoo?

Is a powder that is used to clean hair without having to wash it and it getting wet. The ingredients that it is made with soak up the oil and dirt on the scalp, leaving your hair looking refreshed and good as washed hair. Dry shampoo can be used on all types of hair. It comes in various forms to choose, and different smells, and types depending on your hair!

Why is it so good? Well..

- Saves Time!

If you are in a rush, and don't seem to have enough time to wash your hair and then set it properly then you just have to spray some into your hair and rub it in. Instead of having to wash your hair 4 times a week, you can only wash it twice by substituting washing for dry shampooing! 

- Less Heat

When you wash your hair, you have to then dry it and then either curl or straighten it. Using dry shampoo means that you won't have to have as much heat applied to your hair and makes your hair healthier in the long run.

- Volume

If you hair is feeling flat and lifeless, then you can use a spray of dry shampoo to give it that extra oomph and blast of volume! By using it the night before, you will get added volume, 

- Portable

You don't have to carry all your tools around with you when you're away if you have this bottle of saviour with you, it comes in travel sizes so you can pop it in your overnight bag or handbag and use when needed.

There are so many dry shampoo's out there, many that may work for others and not you! My favourite brand is by far Batiste and the one pictured at the top, is my current scent!

The Spring Edit|Nails

The sun has been making a few little appearances over the past few weeks and to me that means one thing, SPRING! I love the spring time because of the beautiful flowers that start to grow, the brighter and hopefully sunnier days and it's just a fresh change from the gloomy winter days! Spring time means some gorgeous nail polish colours that look beautiful on you. Most of these are pastel colours as I find them perfect for spring and then when you get into the summer, you have your more bright pinks and coral colours.

Essie Cascade Cool -
This is an all time favourite, I love wearing this as it is very cool toned and not to in your face pink. The formula of Essie polishes are amazing and this is the shade that started my obsession off.

Sally Hansen Good To Grape - 
A poundland beauty, this polish is for someone who doesn't like wearing pastels or still wants to have colour on their nails without it being too dark. One coat of this polish and you are good to go, great formula and colour that lasts ages!

L'oreal - Pistachio Drag -
I'm confused whether this is called Drag or Drag as everywhere has it different even the bottle! Since, seeing these on other blogs a few weeks about I just had to try one of the colours out and I went with the mint green colour because it is my favourite shade to wear in the spring time and I have it in so many different tones. Never used a L'oreal polish before and this so far has not disappointed me.

BarryM Rose Hip-
One that has been on my blog already, Rose Hip is the prettiest off white/pastel pink there is. It doesn't look too washed out and dreadful on your nails instead makes them look pretty and pink. Love the Gelly's from BarryM as you all know well, and this is another to add to my constantly growing collection.

BarryM Huckleberry -
This polish along with Rose Hip and another I don't own are colours that BarryM secretly came out with a few weeks ago, and to be honest are amazing. This baby blue colour is gorgeous and perfect for the spring time, I know ice cream colours were last year but I think they are adorable!