Glossybox, July 2015.

Wow . Wow . Wow

Is all I can say about this months limited edition ‘Vive La France’ beauty box…   When I opened that cute little black and white spotted packaging, underneath was the most incredible illustrated gift box I have ever seen – created by Jamie Lee whom has created designs for Chanel, Givenchy and Christian Dior! @JamieLeeReardin  – so what’s not to love already? 

This beauty box was inspired by all things French & that alone is beauty before even trying these products, I’ve always wanted to go to France and tour the beautiful city in true gossip girl style (the episode where Blair and Serena shop and find cute Parisian boys) oh la la, and I hope one day I will get to wear a cute beret and hunt the boutique shops and treat myself to some French luxuries! 

So what was the goodies you’re dying to know about? 

1.  Noxidoxi – enhancing serum base 💕 

I absolutely LOVE this serum, I use this every morning as a base before my moisturiser as it deeply hydrates my skin – not only that it has antioxidants and anti-inflammatories to protect the skin and it smells AH-MAZING!! I would happily pay the full price of £33.46 for this and once I receive some extra petty cash I will be visiting http://www.noxidoxi.com and will be trying some of their other products… I’m really into using products that are good for the deeper layers of your skin like those with antioxidants because you’ll find that after a while you’re complexion will be much clearer and brighter! Because we all love that compliment “you’re glowing” … sometimes that’s a boost in itself when you’re clinging to your 9am coffee! 

2. Lollipops – Lip balm delicieuse 

Another yummy product with again my favourite word ‘antioxidants’ – this is a perfect rich and creamy balm which soothes and softens my lips, it’s perfect for a morning when i don’t fancy lipstick clinging to chapped lips on a full day in the office, it tastes yummy too… Not that I paste it on to lick it off or anything, promise! He he. A cute buy for the savvy lip balm lover but not something I would run out of quickly because I am a lipstick lover – but it’s nice on the odd day to have a more natural product like this. 

3. Teoxane Cosmeceuticals – Perfect Skin Refiner 💕

I absolutely LOVE this too! This little beauty has hyaluronic acid which helps to plump and hydrate skin with calming ingredients to reduce irritation – I use this every 2/3 nights before I go to sleep and it soaks into skin beautifully and smells great too, and trust me with the stress I’m dealing with lately I need a little beauty like this to calm my skin fro, the daily stress – keep those wrinkles at bay girlies & get yourself a good night cream! Adult life.. Who asked for one? Bring back my barbies! 

4. Yves Rocher – Comme une evidence Eau De Parfum 💕

Okay so i haven’t actually worn this yet – only because with it being a sample of the scent you have to tip the bottle and dab it onto the skin & I really hate that wet dribbling sensation down my neck – cringe! BUT it’s pink and it’s smells divine! It’s your typical ‘quintessential French musky floral scent’ with notes of violet leaves, rose, lily of the valley and patchouli! I know? Who’d thought all that would fit in a tiny bottle! Haha… It’s seriously nice though I just have to find a method to apply! 

5. Glossybox – Exclusive Travel Pouch 💕

Okay so in the past I’ve grudged Glossybox own products because I’ve felt cheated – however this travel pouch was just what I needed! This pouch featured the same beautiful artwork as the box itself by fashion illustrator Jamie Lee Reardin, it features a zip lock to keep all my makeup secure and is the perfect size! One happy lady. 

So THANK YOU Glossybox and Jamie Lee for what I think is the best beauty box I’ve received so far! 

Mademoiselle Rachael! 

Much love x 

Glossybox, June 2015.

The Festival Edit. 

  

Say hello to my cat Luna! Meow.. 🐈 she was very interested in this months glossybox & I can see why – apart from 1 product I really liked this months box! Keep it up Glossybox… 

1. MONU Spa – Rosewood Reviving Mist 💕 (full size product) 

Full size £11.95 

This cute little bottle offers a skin pick-me-up & although I haven’t used this yet it’s supposed to revive dull, stressed or flushed skin combined with essential oils to hydrate! Can’t wait to use this… As a matter of a fact I’m feeling a little flushed right now so I’m going to go give it a try… 1 minute. Okay I’m back, it is refreshing – smells lovely, nice even light spritz & bonus it even fix’s make up, sounds like this little beauty might be one of my night out essentials. 

2. Glossybox – Flash Tattoos (full size product) 

Full size £6.50 

What? Really? Why? – this is just not acceptable as a product in the box & I can’t believe Glossybox thought it was okay to do so. They claim them to be “exclusive faux tattoos” ahem! Why is that then…. because they’re created by Glossybox and can’t be bought.. That doesn’t make them exclusive it makes it a back up & I certainly don’t see any “A-listers” wearing them either like they claim. They don’t even go all the way around the wrist or ankle! RUBBISH! 

3. Halo – Fragrance Free Facial Wipes 💕 

Travel size £1.20

I’ve used Halo products before so I was familiar with the brand! As this is travel size they are so perfect for my bag for a quick refresh when I’m out an about – although I have been using these for when I’m too tired to remove my make-up it’s a quick wipe & bed! Sensitive for the skin & removes make-up well without being scratchy. 

4. Kueshi – Anticellulite Booster 💕 (full size product)

Full size £14.55

I haven’t used this yet – only because I’m really not one for lathering my skin up full of cream when I jump out the bath that’s why I still have 10 body butters from The Body Shop untouched! This product however claims to be lightweight and hard-hitting full of natural ingredients and antioxidants to stimulate blood circulation in turn toning skin and fighting off dimples! Sounds like heaven right? Maybe I should start using this twice a day to get those envious summer pins all us girls admire over the season! 

5. Essence – The Gel Nail Polish 💕 (full size product) 

Full size £1.71 

Again.. Who doesn’t love a good nail polish & the bonus is I totally love the colour I received! It’s a really nice fuchsia pink – the formula is supposedly long lasting, I have to admit this is my actually first “gel” like nail polish, so in interested to see what it’s like and if it really does live up to the marketing image!  

💕 : I’d rate this box 4/5 products liked! It was just those tattoos… Maybe I’m being too judgemental on the effectiveness of the product, but I’d love to hear your thoughts! 

Much love x 

Glossybox, May 2015.

The SUMMERS CALLING box. 

  

Well if you all read my April Glossybox post you’ll know already that it was a little bit of a let down & so I was hoping this months was going to be better… Which it was, but? 

1. MeMeMe – Enchanted Eyes Dual Ended Eye Wand (Full size product)

£6.95

First of all – really? It’s blue. I don’t care how ‘on trend’ they claim the colour is this season… It just reminds me of the 90’s and will always be dated… Yes it looks amazing in the magazines on models for the upcoming summer clothing campaigns but it’s just NOT a colour you would see somebody in the street wearing. For me this was just a big fat no. 

2. Etre Belle – Aloe Vera Ultra Moisturing Gel 💕 (Full size product)

Full size £15.93 

I really like this! Apart from the fragrance, another product that smells like little old ladies. 🙈 but it does give you that ‘instant rescue’ feeling hydrating skin & who doesn’t love Aloe Vera? I don’t use much and I would probably grudge paying £15 for such a small tube but it’s nice to put on before I go to sleep so I wake up with a reviving complexion! 

3. Zerreau – Towel Off Shampoo Foam 

Full size £7.95 

My question is – did they even test this before they decided to actually consider this as the “next generation of dry shampoo”! No it is not… Yes the apple scent was beautttt! However it does not gently cleanse hair & it does not leave your hair silky soft and fresh. As a matter it made it much worse… It made my hair look wet / greasy, it did not towel dry, it did not blow dry & my hair felt so slimy! I even used it a second time just to give it another go & I still hated it. Batiste all the way.. Sorry. 

4. SASS – Intimaer Perfect Skin Concentrate 💕 

£12.00 

I really liked the packaging of this product & the tube it self is lovely too so I was excited to open this, it’s supposedly the perfect treat post wax / shave by soothing skin whilst reducing hair re growth. I like the idea of the product but the formula itself doesn’t smell of anything and it left my skin feeling quite tacky for some time, I think if it soaked in quicker it would be okay. I’m unsure if I like or not, not something I would normally buy but it’s nice to try it for that reason. 

5. Collection Cosmetics – Field Day Lipstick 💕 (Full size product) 

£2.99 

Who doesn’t love a lippie? Well a lippie that goods that is… I love pastel colours – just not on me. My skin can look dirty (not physically dirty though haha) so I feel that this very pastel pink doesn’t suit me, I’m more of a red kinda gal! Though it has a lovely matte finish which if you know me – is my favourite kind of finish! Doesn’t mean I will kick it out of my collection though, I’m sure one day I’ll have a use for this colour! 

💕 : I’d probably give this box a 3/5 products liked rating – I’m going to start giving my ratings on these boxes.. I want to be able to evaluate how many products I like over the ones I don’t. 

Once again – with a busy life this post is a month over due (along with many others) but I have some wedding exclusives to make up for it coming soon, so keep your eye out. 

Much love x 

BareBEAUTY MustHAVES.

My bareMinerals 5 essentials review. 

“Everything you need for a flawless, radiant completion that boosts, illuminates and protects skin whilst adding gorgeous definition and colour to the eyes and lips.”

One of my best friends really surprised me at Christmas when I opened this beauty box by bareMinerals! 💜

It was defiantly up there as one of favourite presents of the bunch… (Although I loved every present I received, I was truly spoilt last year) So much so I actually was hunting around forever for one of these for my sisters birthday as I knew she would love it just as much as me!

I’ve never used bareMinerals make-up before so I was super excited to give these product a go & I would definitely re-purchase these as full size products! 

1. 5-in-1 BB Advanced Performance Minerel Veil finishing powder SPF 20

This product is made to even out skin tone and to diffuse the appearance of fine lines and enlarged pores whilst delivering lasting hydration, protecting the skin from sun damage and environmental stressors. I’ve never used a mineral veil before & I know that at one point it was the one foundations to have in your cosmetics bag but I never felt the need to purchase one as I am a forever loyal lover of The Body Shops – All-in-one Face Base! However when I lost my liquid foundation I decided to use this as a replacement & I really liked the finish – it felt like I was wearing nothing on my face yet it covered what it needed to which is all you really need, however it just wasn’t long lasting enough for me so I have a feeling this little tub will last its duration as I’ll only ever use it as a back-up really, but that’s only because I use liquid which I feel much more comfortable in. 

2. Mini Stroke of Light Eye Brightner 

I LOVE this little stick of liquid – I will definitely re-purchase this, I’ve used it every day since Christmas and I’m nearly out.. So it’s lasted me just a little over 4 months. It really does immediately brighten the eye area and hides those dark circles whilst reducing the appearance of fine lines! You only need one swipe under each eye, gently blend for an even application and voila those dark shadows are gone. I honestly cannot stress enough how much you need one of these, this is in the colour Luminous 2 & it’s perfect for my skin tone but I know that they do a few different colours, but I would stick with this one as it’s perfect for me! 

3. Mini Flawless Defintion Mascara 

Again.. I LOVE this too – I used this everyday until it ran out. The applicator is my perfect type – a sleek wand which is fine toothed to separate and lift lashes whilst reaching those hard-to-reach corner lashes! This mascara does what it says : “Define, separate and lengthen lashes while fighting smudging, flaking and clumping with this multi-tasking mascara” Do I need to say much else apart from buy this, you’ll love it! 

4. Mini bareMinerals READY All-Over Face Color 

I LOVE this too!! This is in the colour Glee and the pigmentation is lovely – it’s definitely buildable so if you like a light pink coverage in the day and darken it at night it can do just that! I only use this for nights out or special occasions because its so nice I don’t want to waste it at a day at work so to speak… This product also has SeaNutritive Mineral Complex meaning that this silky blush delivers skin-nourishing benefits – even better! However a word of caution – after applying product to your brush give it a quick tap otherwise you’ll get covered in a lot of pink and your cheeks will look a little flushed at the first touch, although this compact features a mirror so at least you can take it on the go with you! 

5. Marvellous Moxie Lipgloss 

As I’ve said before I’m not a huge fan of lipgloss, but only because I have really long hair so the two don’t really go well. But if my hairs up and I’m rushing out the door this is definitely my go to lipgloss if I fancy something a little different! It provides a luscious, vibrant colour giving a ‘satiny-smooth’ glistening shine. The colour is Spark Plug which gives a dusty pink pearl colour which bareminerals say is the perfect finish to a natural daytime look & I totally agree! I would love to purchase some of their other colours too because even though I’m not a fan of the sticky stuff theres just  something about this which makes me want to keep on wearing it! 

All in all I guess you can say I love the entire box… I’ve really enjoyed using these little “BareBEAUTY MustHAVES” 💜

Since, I have been to the bareMinerals concession stand & had a little browse of their other products which hopefully I will get around to buying (if I ever have any spare money that is)! 

Much Love x 

Glossybox, April 2015.

 The ICONIC EDIT. 💕

I was really really excited for this Glossybox after the March edition gave a ‘sneak peek alert’ at one of the items – LORD & BERRY! 💜
Although to say this was they’re ‘iconic’ edition the rest of the box was just mediocre. 

1. Lord & Berry – Lipstick Pencil in Kiss (full size product) 

Full size £10.00 

My FAV product in the whole box, I really wanted to buy one of these in March but I held of for so long knowing I was getting one in this months Glossybox & it definitely didn’t disappoint! I love it so much, the pigmentation is out of this world, it’s so easy to apply, it’s long-lasting and softening just like it states and the product itself is so classy and stylish. I would be happy to pay full price for this BUT I’ll tell you a secret… You can find them in tkmaxx at £2.99 / £3.99, at that price I’ll buy every colour I can find! It really is the perfect ‘Marilyn’ red… And the matte finish is my favourite kind of finish. 

2. Astral Originial – Face & Body Moisturiser 

Full size £3.89 

I’ve never heard of this brand before, but from what I’ve heard it’s a cheap drugstore product.. It was created in the 1950’s and been going ever since so it must be doing something right! Anyway I love this & would definitely re-purchase for the price, it really is deeply hydrating, I use this for my hands and feet on a night before putting on my moisturising gloves and socks on, besides the smell (like little old ladies) but in a nice way… It does make your skin feel silky smooth! 

3. POP Beauty – Kajal Eyeliner Pen (full size product)

Full size £6.50 

I haven’t used this yet, I’ve had problems with eyeliner in the past so I’m so worried I’ll use this and my eyes will blow up like a puffer fish! I’m waiting for my holidays to try this product as I will need nearly 4 days recovery before I can apply makeup again if they do! 😞 It looks lovely though and the pigmentation of the black is my kinda colour – I love a deep black eyeliner and it even comes complete with a smudger for a sootier finish! 

4. Color Club – Barely There Nail Polish (full size product) 

Full size £4.10 

I have a few nude nail shades in my collection already but I’m always welcome to try another as they’re classic! However my issue with this is that you need 3 coats as the the colour and formula is so thin! In addition to a base coat & a top coat you’ll need a good 2 hours if not more, and I just don’t have that kind of time to spend painting my nails for them to chip 2 days later – so this I’ll probably keep at the bottom of my collection but I wouldn’t say I won’t use it again. 

5. Nougat London – Soothing Bath Pearls (NEW LAUCH) 

Full size £6.00

This I wasn’t overly impressed with, not in terms of the actual product as I haven’t used them yet but just in general as an item in the box, what if you didn’t have a bath? The product supposedly laces the bath with a delicate fragrance and leave a subtle shimmer on the skin, so it sounds lovely I just wasn’t wowed by it – not like I am with LUSH which is what I use when it’s time for a relaxing bath. But who knows, I may change my opinion when I get round to trying them out! The packagings cute though. 

I’m still in 2 minds with this – do I like this box / don’t I like this box? 

I don’t feel that the one product I do love substitutes for the others that are a little bit of a let down, BUT the whole point in a beauty box is to try new products so I wouldn’t discontinued my monthly subscription just because of a couple of products I’m not overly impressed with! 

As always I’m looking forward to the next one… It’s always exciting when the postman arrives! 

Much love x 

Glossybox, March 2015.

 Step into Spring Edition.💕 Okay so as you’ve probably guessed this is a super late post! I’ve actually received my April glossybox since, but as I said in my last post I have been working super hard at the moment, thats all I feel like I’m doing.. So I’m taking some time out of my day off to blog! 💁🏼

Anyway, I liked this beauty box (this is my second one), it was just ram packed with lots of lovely goodies – and all I liked which is a real bonus, everything came in one of their standard pink beauty boxes which are just so lovely I can’t help but keep them all! 

1. NAOBAY – Moisturizing Peeling (full size product) 

Full size £13.71 

So according to Glossybox this beauty product is bandied about by make-up artists as “luminous” & “minimal”, & I totally agree, this was by far my FAV product in the entire box… This organic peeling milk will definitely be a re-purchase for me, it has acai tree particles to remove dull dead skin cells and brighten the complexion which is certainly does! I use this every 2/3 days as it really is scratchy when even gently rubbing it in and I don’t keep it on longer than 1 minute, I have really sensitive skin and it almost feels like a burning sensation which I really don’t like but the after results are amazing! Talk about super soft and refreshed skin! 

2. Essence – Lash Princess Volume Mascara (full size product)

Full size £3.30 

I was really annoyed at first with this as I got a mascara in my February Glossybox and they’re both not even ‘high-end’ you can buy them in Superdrug, and like the other this one also disappointed me (but not as much as the last) – it does definitely create length and dramatic volume like it says but I found the applicator to be far to large to apply the product, luckily I have quite big eyes but if you had small eyes this could be quite an issue if you don’t want your eyelid covered in little black dots! 

3. Dove – Advanced Hair Series, Youthful Vitality Shampoo & Conditioner 

Full size £5.99 

I’ve used Dove before both their hair care and body products & I’ve always liked them, they’re just a little out of my price range BUT it’s true when they say you get what you pay for because Dove really really is so lovely! I enjoyed using this hydrating duo as my hair is prone to breakage especially now it’s getting longer… These I would definitely recommend to the likes of my mammy but probably wouldn’t buy myself unless I had some extra cash! 

4. ncLA – Nail Lacquer (full size product) 

Full size £13.00 

Glossybox says this is a quick-dry neon pastel, free of toxins! I haven’t had the chance to use this yet though so I can’t give an honest opinion on what it’s like but the applicator looks great and the shade looks amazing, so I can’t wait to use it. 

5. Sleek MakeUP – Pout Paint (full size product)

Full size £4.99

This I’m still unsure on – I love the pigmentation (I mean wow) you can definitely apply this softly for a lip stain or really whack it on for as they say ‘jaw dropping colour’ BUT the formula is so sticky – sticky lips & long hair just does not go, so maybe I’ll use this when I’m having a hair up day…  However, I do prefer a nice lipstick to a gloss! 

All in all I liked this box, I haven’t gave anything away anyway! 

Much love x 

Glossybox, February 2015.

The LOVE Edition.💕

This is my first ever beauty box… And I loved it!

There’s so many beauty boxes out there and so it was difficult for me to choose, but I definitely preferred the beauty products in glossybox after looking at past editions and knew it would be well worth my monthly subscription.

Each month they send you the newest and most exciting beauty miniatures on the market as well as keep you up to date with the trends in the world of beauty, fashion and lifestyle.

The box is personalised to your tastes too!

Okay so what did I get?

1. Wilkinson Sword – Hydro Silk (full size product)
Full size £9.99

I haven’t yet used this product so I can’t tell you what’s like, but the razor is meant to hydrate the skin for up to 2 hours after shaving with its moisturising serum infused with marine extracts and shea butter so I can’t wait to use this as my legs are always so dry after shaving!

2. MARSK – Mineral Eyeshadow – Fifty Shades (full size product)
Full size £14.49

I haven’t had the chance to use this either, I’m waiting for a night out at the end of the month to have a try! However I’m sure it will look beautiful as this mineral powder based eye shadow is 100% natural and highly pigmented!

3. Royal Apothic – Tinties (full size product)
Full size $14.00 / £9.00

I love this! This is my new lip butter that I keep in my hand bag everyday and whenever my lips are feeling a little dry I pop the tiniest bit on, the tub is beautiful inspired by an old apothecary manual, so it’s super quirky and smells beaut, it also has a slight coral tint which is just lovely! (Glossybox also said Victoria Beckham is a fan!)

4. So Susan – Rose Quartet Lip & Cheek Palette
Full size £8

I haven’t used all the colours in this palette yet – I have used the nude colour though and I quite liked it, it was however a little drying and the colour was mild but perfect for a quick top up… I didn’t like the brush that came with it though, it was a little pointless and rock solid so I used the tip of my finger for a nice even coverage instead.

5. B. Cosmetics – Mascara
Full size £8.00

I used this really quickly just to try it on one eye, so I haven’t tested it properly as I was in a rush… But from a quick glance although it did lengthen my lashes I felt the build up was a bit rubbish, I’ve always been a fan of deep black lashes, but again I haven’t actually sat and tested it properly so when I have the time I’m sure I’ll be able to build up the colour more. It is however supposed to lengthen, define, condition and add volume to your lashes!

I also received some little sweeties which I thought was a cute touch!

I’m really looking forward to receiving my March Glossybox now after seeing a sneak peek – NAOBAY Moisturising Peel, a facial milk which gently peels skin with natural properties! 💜

Let me know if you use glossybox or if you opted for a different beauty box!

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I hope you all enjoyed your Glossybox as much as I did and if you’re thinking about joining Glossybox you have the choice of a one month subscription for £10+(P&P) and you can unsubscribe at any time in case you change your mind.

“Every Month. Discover. Learn. Experience Beauty In A Box.” – GLOSSYBOX

Much love x

How to : create the perfect eye flick.

“Never ask a woman with winged eyeliner why she is late.”

It has taken me years and years of practise to perfect my flicks, and even now I don’t ALWAYS get it right… Hence the quote!

Don’t you just hate how they continue to get longer and then thicker and then longer and then thicker and before you know it you’ve achieved the look of Amy Winehouse and wasted 20 minutes 🙈 it happens and when it does it’s annoying…

So, I’ll share with you how I’ve perfected doing my daily flicks! (On a good day)

Step one : Create a nice base.
I cover my eyelid with ‘MAC – Pro Longwear Paint in Painterly’ – this is such a lovely creamy light eyeshadow, perfect on its own to lighten your eyes or as a base before layering powder eyeshadow & I find that by applying a base its makes it much easier for me to use pencil because I do have quite wrinkly eyes for a 24 year old!

Step two : Draw your line.
I have always used a pencil eyeliner to colour along my lash line! Using ‘Avon – Colortrend Pencil Play” I always start in the middle of my lid and build up the thickness, I then move into the inner corner of my lid and finish off the outside when I’m happy with the thickness I’ve created. (I never EVER colour the inside rim of my eyelids because that just spreads bacteria and is kinda gross!)

Step three : Make your shape.
I like to line up my flicks with my eyebrows, I personally think it gives you a much more polished and symmetrical look! During this stage I actually use a liquid eyeliner for my flicks because the applicator is perfect for a winged look! I use ‘Rimmel – Exaggerate Eyeliner’.

I draw my first line to match up with the pencil on the outer rim of my eyelid, I then draw a second line to match the bottom of my eyelid and third I fill in the gaps!

Step four : Neaten up those lines!
You always must clean up your lines… Whether if that’s applying more liquid or using a q-tip to clear a mistake, it helps if you have super steady hands… Lucky for me I do!

Step five : Finish off your look.
Lengthen those lashes with a good mascara that’s non clumpy or spider looking (I’m positive you’ll understand what I mean by this), I used my ‘Bare Minerals – Flawless Definition Mascara’ because the applicator is just so so lovely for a light yet lengthening look, which is perfect for the day. I now save my Maybelline for a night time look! I then use my ‘BareMinerals – Stroke of Light Eye Brightner’ for under my eyes to minimise those dark circles! We all have them… There’s just no escaping it unfortunately!

& that’s kinda it… Sounds easy right?

Well, it is if you take the time to practise. Everybody has there own way and style that suits them & this is what works for me, I’m not saying it’s the easiest way of creating that much envied winged look… I’ve definitely seen it done much quicker & easier but I’ve been doing it this way for so long now I’m a creature of habit!

Let me know if you try my way & the results if you’ve not attempted to tackle the look before, I would welcome any tips too!

Hope you’ve enjoyed reading my how to!

Much love x

How to : “wow your brows”.

“There are two ways to look younger : arch your eyebrows and find older friends” – Benefit Cosmetics. 💕

If you’ve read my previous posts you’ll all know how obsessed I’ve been with benefits brow zings!

I’ve been using brow zings for a while now (3 months) & I have received so many compliments since paying more attention to my brows, so I like to think I do a pretty good job!

And here’s how!

Step one : Define the shape of your brow.

Using the angled brush and pigmented wax, with smooth angled strokes define your brow shape, there are so many shapes including; straight, rounded, arched, steep arched & s-shaped.. I always stick to arched or rounded depending how I feel – for this I did rounded!

Step two : Fill in the gaps.

I use any leftover wax on the brush to fill in the gaps, I then use the blending brush and setting powder to fill.. After I’m happy with the shape and colour I use a clean brow brush to sit any stray hairs in the right place to follow the shape I’ve made.

Step three : Highlight.

I always highlight under my brow to make my brow arch appear much more visible and higher too – I use my Barbara Daly Light Illusion Powder Highlighter for this! 💁

After applying the rest of my makeup this is the finished look – Voila!

Rounded brows:

Here I’m wearing : All my usual makeup as seen in my previous post : my makeup kit with the additions of: BareMinerals – Stoke of Light Eye Brightener & MAC – yash. (matte)

Arched brows:

Here I’m wearing : All my usual makeup as seen in my previous post : my makeup kit with the additions of: Bare Minerals – Stroke of Light Eye Brightener, Mac Pro Longwear Paint Pot – Painterly & BareMinerals – marvelous moxie in Spark Plug.

Which shape do you think suits me best? If you have any further hints or tips, or products you think I’d like please leave me a comment! 💕

Much love x

My Lush Christmas Wishlist.

Looking good? Feeling good.

There’s no denying that every girl loves a bit of lush!

I absolutely love these beautiful, cleverly created, handmade cosmetics! Be it soaps, bath bombs, bars, creams, lotions & scrubs! They have it all…

I have already tried so many of their cosmetics and I just keep finding more & more… and you have to get your hands on their Christmas only additions before they’re gone  for another 12 months!

Oh & if you haven’t been in to check out their gifts then go because they are just AH-MAZING this year and so budget friendly too! The products, the shapes, the gift wraps and labels… just everything about them they’re sooooo damn PRETTY!

So here’s my Lush Christmas Wishlist…

Shampoo Bars

1. Jason And The Argan Oil – For stronger, shinier and softer hair, an argan oil-packed, Rose Jam-scented bar, giving hair touchable softness and lustrous shine.

Bath Bombs

1. Think Pink – A relaxing pink bath bomb with a sweet vanilla and tonka fragrance.
2. Dragon’s Egg – Reminiscent of lemon sherbet with a hint of jasmine, leaving you feeling transformed and invigorated.
3. Sakura – Calming mimosa and jasmine oils complemented by lemon oil and orange flower bursting into a floral fragrance.
4. Fizzbanger – It changes colour as it fizzes, crackling with popping candy as it goes and releasing first a citrussy apple and then a cinnamon, apple pie like scent with a hint of ylang ylang.
5. Honey Bee – Will soothe and cleanse the skin thanks to its wonder trio of honey, aloe vera, and rhassoul mud to condition and soften the skin.
6. Butterball – Combined with cocoa butter pieces and ylang ylang to treat stress and depression, as well as relaxing the nervous system, and relieves anger, panic and fear.

Luxury Bath Melts

1. Mmmelting Marshmellow Moment – With gentle moisture-infusing ingredients and soothing powder made from the roots of the marshmallow herb for young, delicate, or irritated skin.
2. Floating Island –  As it gently froths, cocoa butter and almond oil make a moisturising film on the water that sticks to the skin and leaves it feeling velvety.

Bubble Bars

1. Creamy Candy – Its sweet candy floss smell raises your energy levels & offers extra moisturisation with the blend of almond and cocoa butter.
2. The Comforter – Cassis absolute gives a distinctive blackcurrant fragrance, while bergamot adds an uplifting note.
3. Yuzu And Cocoa Bubbleroon – With moisturising coconut oil and shea butter, Yuzu and Cocoa has a mood-brightening colour and scent thanks to a blend of citrus oils, with a chocolatey undertone.
4. Rose Jam Bubbleroon – Pep up your spirits in a bath filled with Rose Jam: lemon, rose and geranium oil will help perk you up, while coconut oil and shea butter leave you feeling gorgeous.

Fun

1. Pink Fun – This gentle 4-in-1 product can be used as a solid shampoo, bubble bar, soap, or even for play. Its sweet smell comes from tonka absolute, which adds a warm, caramel note.

Soaps

1. Rockstar – Containing Fair Trade vanilla absolute, this will leave you feeling sweet and comforted.

Shower Jellies

1. Sweetie Pie – A shower jelly with cherries, bergamot, blackcurrant and sparkles with an infusion of coconut and carrageenan seaweed extract.

Christmas Only Cosmetics

1. The Christmas Penguin (bubble bar) – The beautiful blend of orange flower absolute, Sicilian mandarin and lemon oils will revive and refresh your mind and skin.
2. Snow Fairy (shower gel) – A candy-sweet shower gel with the addition of skin-softening seaweed.
3. Drummer’s Drumming (bubble bar) – Made with refreshing and uplifting bergamot, this hits the right note with lovers of strawberries and cream.
4. The Melting Snowman (bath melt) – A comforting Christmas spice-scented bath melt made with enriching almond oil and cocoa butter.
5. Magic Wand (bubble bar) – A candy sweet magic wand.
6. Candy Mountain (bubble bar) – Candy scent bubbles with Fair Trade vanilla wrapping you in a comforting embrace.
7. Shoot for the Stars (bath bomb) – This releases multiple colours before leaving a trail of quicksilver with the sweet scent found in Honey I Washed The Kids.
8. Snow Angel (bath melt) – Rich in hydrating cocoa butter and blend of rose, benzoin and cassie absolute, this has a comforting light floral and delicate marzipan scent.
9. Cinders (bath bomb) – A sweet and spicy bomb with crackling vegan popping candy and stimulating cinnamon leaf oil to recreate the warmth of the hearth.

So… its quite a list isn’t it! But I just love having a huge collection of lush for weeks on end after Christmas, it makes bath time so much more fun!

I’ve been really good this year so hopefully Santa’s put me on the nice list!

Much love x