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The Essentials|| A Nail Addict

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

The Essentials|| A Nail Addict

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! 
The Essentials|| A Nail Addict
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 Lipgloss in Afternoon Tea Tanya Burr Lipgloss in Afternoon Tea
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 Burr Lipgloss in Afternoon Tea
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! 
Tanya Burr Lipgloss in Afternoon Tea
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!
Garnier Micellar Cleansing Water
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!

Garnier Micellar Cleansing Water
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!
What's In My Handbag| Spring/Summer

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!
What's In My Handbag| Spring/Summer
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.
What's In My Handbag| Spring/Summer
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!