12/11/2013

So Lush, I kept it for myself....

I’ve slightly adopted the can’t stop won’t stop attitude to shopping, and seem to be finding amazing Christmas presents, getting them home and then deciding that I’ll keep them for myself!!  Sorry mummy but this post is all about your supposed lush stocking fillers, that I have adopted as my own, (woops.)

The Lush Dark Angel’s facial cleansing scrub is new to me, but I love any products that contain charcoal, I feel they remove any impurities and yucky oil from my skin! This is a fabulous scrub and leaves you feeling refreshed and clean. The natural ingredient list makes it perfect for my problematic skin. The only downside to this product is the mess it makes!! Because it’s basically soot, your bath, shower and sink are left covered in a layer of black scum, yuck!! So make sure you wipe the surfaces clean after use, otherwise your partner/flatmate/family might think you’ve been rolling in mud!


There is something extremely exciting about using this cleanser, the concept of rubbing black clay all over my face, creates a new dimension of fun to my skincare routine. Whilst being incredibly messy, the results are pretty impressive, improved oil balance, glowing skin, less blackheads and amazingly smooth skin!!
Another scrub comes in the form of Santa’s lip scrub….. Lush are known for creating really good lip scrubs, and although I've come to realise these are something that can be easily made at home with ingredients found in the kitchen, it didn't stop me buying this festive product. The strong smell of cola bottles has provided me with a real dilemma over whether or not it is acceptable to lick the scrub of my lips. I seem to do be doing this all the time, without little thought towards the fact I am eating a beauty product, (what has my life become).

This scrub is Ideal for this time of the year, when the cold weather creates havoc on our lips. This lip scrub will help keep lips smooth and soft, whilst prepping them for a Christmas bright red lip!
I may appear incredibly selfish for stealing my lovely mothers Christmas presents, but hey, great decision. I've found a scrub/cleanser I will definitely be re-buying and a tasty treat for when my sugar cravings get too much, what a result.

You can buy these products online here!
Let me know if you've bought a friend a Christmas present and kept it for yourself?

Have you tried these fab products?

10/11/2013

Makeover Mondays- Natural Nude




Us ladies are often pushed for time, and although we want to look as stunning as possible, spending hours on makeup application isn't feasible.  This Perfect Nude tutorial will show you a quick and easy way to create an everyday makeup look. The most important products for this look are, Mac Eyeshadow in Uninterrupted, Bobbi Brown Powder in Golden Light 1 and No7 Precision Lip Pencil in nude. It really isn't necessary to go out and buy all of these products; you’ll probably find you have similar alternatives which are just as good. Stay tuned for next Monday when I will be showing you how to stay on trend with berry lips and eyes! See links below for stockists and more info on each product.
Products Used
Skincare
Tru Ultimate deep cleanse  Buy here!
Tru Toning Treatment Buy Here!
Tru Holy Grail Facial Moisturiser Buy here!

FACE:
Maybelline Dream Satin Liquid in Light Porcelain Buy here!
Bobbi Brown Powder in Golden Light 1 Buy Here!
Mac Mineralize Skin Finish in Soft & Gentle Buy here!
Bobbi Brown Blush in Apricot Buy here!
EYES:
L’Oreal Super Liner Brow Artist Buy here!
Mac Eye shadow in Uninterrupted Buy here!
Kevyn Aucoin Eyelash Curlers Buy here!
BareMinerals Flawless Definition mascara Buy here!
Kevyn Aucoin Volume Mascara Buy here!

LIPS:
No7 Precision Lip Pencil in Nude Buy here
Dior Addict Ultra Gloss in Glow Buy here!
Topshop Lipstick in Nevada Buy here!

Let me know what you think of this look by commenting below!  To find out about the science behind your favorite beauty products head to Beauty by the Geeks!


Round up of the Week: 3.11.13 - 10.11.13

Most popular blog post of the week: Tru Beauty

Favourite product of the week: Essie Nail polish in Nothing Else Metals

Quote of the week: "I believe that all women are pretty without makeup, but that the right makeup can make a women pretty powerful"

Best moment:  Walking at the Love Niche bloggers event in fabulous clothes!!

Favourite fellow blogger:  Tanya Burr read her blog here!

On my wishlist: Lush -  Christmas Lip scrub.

Tip of the week:  Spice up your everyday hair with fun wave creators.

Song of the week: Selena Gomez-Come and Get it.

Best purchase: My boyfriends birthday present!! shhh it's a surprise.....

Instagram Photos of the Week: