Hair Extensions

Hair extensions are such a great way to add length and volume to you hair- they have been a part of my life for many years and they are just so versatile- you can have clip ins, sew ins, glue'ins- and a whole variety of other ways to attatch'em 'in!

For hair extension virgins what hair to buy can be very confusing and potentially disastrous if you haven't done your research. (I talk from experience) I remember my first set of hair extensions as if it were yesterday- getting the bus into town after school with a purse full of coins I had saved up with an entire months lunch money- walking into the hair shop... and wow it was hair heaven! I had never seen so much hair in my life- rows upon rows on the stuff- curly blonde weaves, black bob wigs, and then the extensions- hundreds of them.... 

I walked nervously to the counter and asked if the young man could kindly help match my hair, he pulled down a set of platinum blonde ones, held them up to my golden blonde hair and said 'yes yes these are the ones, the match is perfect'. There was no mirror, but I could easily see that the mane that he was holding was about 9 shades lighter than my actual color- but being 14 and not the most confident of girlies at the time- I politely agreed and purchased them, along with a few clips I could sew on myself. 

 
 After getting them  home, watching a few 'how to' you-tube vids and trying my hand at sewing I was ready for the big moment. I clipped them in, tried my best to blend them, cut them a little with the food scissors out of the kitchen and waltzed into the lounge to show off my new locks- well- I will never forget my family's face until this day- pure shock and horror.



I have 11 years of extension experience since that day (to my family's pure relief) and I would like to share with you what I believe are the main things to achieving a great look with hair extensions.

The hair

The hair you buy is the most important thing. There are so many types out there is can be very bewildering- so here is the basics...

Human or synthetic? 
 In my experience Human hair is the best by far, it is longer lasting, more natural looking, easier to style and more durable. Synthetic hair however has come along leaps and bounds over the years and some people would choose it over human hair every time- but my personal opinion is go for human!!

Types of human hair
Next is what type of human hair- don't be fooled by the fact that just because something claims to be human hair- it will be great quality- this just is not the case. Human hair has many different qualities- and unfortunately- you do get what you pay for, and if you can afford to scrape a few extra pounds together the hair will be worth it and last much longer- I promise :)

The very best type of human hair is 100% Virgin Remy hair- 

European virgin remy hair

 This hair is very very rare-(going for a bit of rhyming there to keep you all entertained).. it is hair that has literally just been cut from one persons head of hair and is ready to go- its not chemically treated in any way.  For those out there with very dark/black hair it is easier to get hold of (as it primarily Indian Remy hair) Those of us with lighter hair would have to go for the European Virgin Remy hair  and this costs hundreds upon hundreds of pounds... believe me I have scoured the internet trying to find this gold dust hair and its just so rare I have given up.... so I have been using what I believe to be the next best thing.....


Remy hair... Remy hair is different to normal human hair in that the cuticles of the hair are all aligned and are facing the same way (normal non-remy hair have cuticles facing in different directions meaning it tangles a lot easier). I used to buy non- Remy hair (for approx £35 a set) and I promise you the Remy hair I buy now (approx £85 a set) is well well worth the extra money and lasts me about 5 times longer. There are many types of Remy hair out there also- but  the very best in my experience is Remy Couture by Sleek. (I have the silky weave) I pay approx £85 for a 16 inch set.

For years I used to sew on the clips and use them as clip-ins but for the past 8 months I have had them sewn in professionally. To get them sewn in costs only £60 at the salon- which is a bargain compared to the price of having the micro beads or the glue option. Every 2-3 weeks I have the sew-ins tightened and that costs me £30 (£10 a row). They make a little plat and sew the hair to the plat- easy and effective!!

 

Be warned though- it does become a slight addiction, I couldn't be without my false hair now and when trying to budget each month its now sneakily made its way up into my 'essentials' list!!! (don't tell the other half :p)

Once you have your locks- maintenance is the next step... and this is just as essential as buying good quality hair!! (even the very best virgin hair can look less than glam if not cared for correctly) 
 

• Number one in maintenance is try not to wash it too regularly- They do recommend once every two weeks but for me personally this is just...urgh... way too long my fine hair would be like one big grease ball by then. I do full wash about every 4-5 days and do the little trick I like to call a 'top wash' daily.... a 'top wash??' its perfect- just as it says- I section the top of my hair above the extensions and wash only that part- its much easier than it sounds I promise!! the top of you hair is fresh and squeaky clean- dry shampoo the bottom section- and your ready to go!!

• Always use a Gentle shampoo- I stick to something like Johnsons baby shampoo!!

• And lastly- condition, condition, condition! (and leave in condition) (and spray condition) (...and any other type of condition you can think of) Im sure you get where im headin' here!! Because your extensions don't get the oils from you roots than your natural hair does- they are likely to become dry alot quicker- there are 2 holy grail products I have found to keep you extensions in luxurious condition....

• Number 1- Maroccon Oil (I apply this after washing and before blow drying- it really is worth the hype and makes a noticeable difference to the condition of your hair- its actually pretty amazing!!

• Number 2- Macedemia hair mask (I saw so many reviews on you tube about this baby and I'm so glad I tried it, I leave it in overnight and the next day your hair will feel softer than ever!!)

Oh and make sure you get it cut/trimmed professionally- if you don't have your locks cut and shaped I guarantee they will look fake and 'straggly' (is that even a real word??) Having them cut will leave you with a more natural finish- why not add a few layers in there too! If you follow these steps I guarantee you will be impressed with the results and have gorgeous looking long luscious hair!! 

Let me know how you get on :) xxx

Rituals Ginko's secret Handcream! A true Holy Grail Product!

Rituals Ginko's Secret Hand cream/balm really is a little gem of a product that I have purchased time and time again, if there is any one product I own that deserves a mention- this is it!! 

At £10 a tube this is such a bargain- I would honestly pay double for this tube of luxury. I have about 4 million hand creams, and im a sucker for trying new ones out- I have tried high end, drugstore Au-natural, hand made and pretty much every kind of hand cream going- but never has one even come close to this beauty. It quite literally melts into your hands- its not sticky at all- very light, extremely moisturizing and literally makes your hands feel like silk. This is a must have product in my opinion. Try it and let me know what you think. 

Rituals claim the product is ''Enriched with Ginseng (the symbol for immortality) and Ginkgo Biloba which is known to strengthen the blood vessel'.

If you really fancy giving your hands a treat, try the Hand therapy Ginkgo scrub before applying the handcream/balm- words really cant describe how soft even the dryest of hands will be after using the both of these together!

Click here to be directed to the Rituals website

Birch Box- June 2013 Review

As usual I was super excited when opening my little montly box of cosmetic wonders known as BirchBox...

Birchbox is the second monthly Beauty Box I subscribe too (after trying out a few I have now decided on keeping this subscription going along with my GlossyBox subscription).  The Cost of this Box is £10 (+P&P) and can be ordered from http://www.birchbox.com/.

Each month you are sent a selection of 4-5 products, either sample/trial size or when lucky- full size products! They are a great way to try out new cosmetic items without paying through the nose!

So whats in Junes BirchBox...

Full Size RRP £15.00

 Beauty Protector Protect and Detangle Leave in conditioner- This is my favorite item out of this months box- it smells lovely and does exactly what it says on the bottle... It de-tangles, it conditions and it leaves my extensions feeling pretty luxurious and soft!  A nice little travel size bottle- ill be taking this on holiday for sure! The full size of this retails at £15.00.

RRP £14.00

MODEL co Eye define Pencil in Black- The only full size product in this months box is this black eye liner (RRP £14.00) Not too much to say about this one- In all honestly I have only used it once as have become a little more fond of using brown liners in recent weeks- but still a nice little full size addition to this months box.

RRP £20.00 for full size

Next up is Noble Isle Bath & Shower Gel in Willow song- Its nice. Thats it. Nothing wow. Personally I think its only the snob in me knowing the full size version costs £20.00 that makes me feel luxurious when using this- Ill save it for the hols!! 

£10.00 for 4 mini's

Color Club Nail Polish in 'Mod In Manhatten'-
Im a little gutted after having a nose at the colors others received in their boxes- Iv seen limes and corals and stunning summery pastels! I seem to have pulled the short straw this month with not one- but two bottles of the same color- (thumbs down for the lack of variety here) ...its white, thick, slightly on the gloopy side, and its a color that highlights every little imperfection if not applied like a semi pro nail technician! 

RRP £26.00 (for full size)

And Lastly we have a 7ml sample tube of Coola Classic Face SPF 30 Cucumber- I haven't used this yet, in all honestly i'm just not that excited by it. It went straight to the back of my skincare drawer and may possibly get forgotten about. I will try to remember to dig it out come my holiday in September and if by any chance it turns out to be anything spectacular I promise I will let you guys know!! :D

Overall not a bad box this month- but by far certainly not one of my favorites- I will use most of these but I don't think any of them will be re-purchases... but for a tenner I cant really complain! :p 

x x x

  

 

YSL Teint Touche Eclat Foundation Review

Packaging and Price

For £29.50 you get 30mls of product presented in this gorgeous, simple yet classic glass bottle with a pump dispenser.

What the company claims-

• The light of Touche Éclat foundation targets shadowy areas and highlights the contours of the face. 
• With no opaque powders, its perfecting texture evens the complexion and helps conceal your imperfections, while enhancing your skin’s natural beauty 
• Illuminating foundation. Dimensional radiance. 
• Weightless perfection
•  Available in 22 shades.   

 My experience with the foundation

This is the newest addition to my foundation collection. For as long as I have worn make up I have always gone for a matte finish without question. Whenever anyone at a make up counter has ever suggested I go for a more 'dewy' finish I would immediately explain that it does not suit me. Where I got this idea from I am not sure- because this 'dewy' finish foundation has now jumped up to being  my favourite foundation of the moment! I had a sample given to me and reluctantly thought I would give the 'dewy' look a try- and I am so glad I pushed the boat out because its perfect, the finish is absolutely glowing! 


 The foundation has a fairly light and watery consistency, it glides onto the skin and blends beautifully. I find this foundation very hydrating and moisturising- it will be perfect for the coming warmer months. 

Mac Studio Fix Foundation

Packaging and Price

Mac studio fix is a pretty popular foundation and I have been using it for about 3 months (along with the many other foundations I like to switch between) This is one of the cheaper 'high end' or department store foundations at £20.50 and you get the standard 30mls in the glass bottle. When you buy this foundation it does not come with a pump dispenser (as you all know this is a must have feature for messy and clumsy people like myself) but a pump can be purchased for an extra £3.50 (ish...I could be telling a slight lie, it may have been £2.50)... either way it kind of irritated me to have to pay additional money for something I feel is essential, but perhaps that it just me? Another annoyance is that once you fit the pump the lid then doesn't fit over the top so I find its not very attractive to have out on display.

What the company claims- 

• A modern foundation that combines a natural matte finish and medium-buildable coverage with broad spectrum 
•  comfortable and long wearing
•  Absorbs and disperses oil
• contains specially treated micronized pigments and soft focus powders for a super smooth look that helps minimize the appearance of imperfections 

Formula facts

• UVA/UVB SPF 15. 
• Absorbs and disperses oil
• Contains special skin conditioning ingredients
• Oil free

My experience with the Foundation

Firstly it smells fairly strongly, and has been compared by many bloggers as the smell of 'paint'. For some people this may be a slight issue- but as you know- I am a little strange in that I tend to like the foundations that have an 'unusual' scent- so for me this isn't an issue. 

I have however had issues with what method of application or what brush to use when applying this foundation- I find that most brushes I have used tend to leave streaky marks, I then need to apply a generous amount of powder to even it out. I have resulted in using either a beauty blender or just my fingers and this seems to be the most effective method of application. Once in place and powered up with Mac mineralize Skin finish Natural, the result is pretty good. The coverage is certainly full coverage in my opinion and it conceals pretty much all blemishes and areas of redness. 

When I first purchased this foundation I adored it, I wore it every day- it had a matte finish, lasted all day at work and didn't smudge or show signs of wear. After a few weeks of wearing it my skin condition seemed to worsen and I was noticing more breakouts than usual- so for this reason it has now been sitting at the back of my collection unused. Again this is a product I'm sure would be fantastic on certain people skin- but for mine its not so great.

Dior Forever Fluid Foundation

Packaging and Price- The price of this little beauty is £32.00 and contains the standard 30ml of product. It comes in a glass bottle, another product that looks lovely and elegant on display. 

What the company claims-

•  ultra-sensorial texture, bursting with made-to-measure perfecting skin care ingredients, melts into the skin for an absolutely perfect complexion that lasts all day long.
•  The foundation blends seamlessly with the skin for a smoother, more even complexion day after day.

 Product facts-

• SPF25
• All skin type
• Medium Coverage
• Satin Finish
• Hydrating
• SPF 25

 My experience with the foundation

This foundation was recommended by me to a friend, and I am very pleased with the results. It has a fairly runny consistency and needs to be layered to achieve good coverage- but it layers well and leaves no 'cakey' areas.

 I would agree with Dior that the foundations melts into the skin and leaves a flawless finish- the finish is similar to that of Lancome Teint Ultra Idole in my opinion. It has a satin finish but can be mattified with the use of a setting powder over the top. The foundation wears well throughout the day and true to Diors claims- it does last all day! I have been very pleased with this foundation but wish i had chosen one shade darker for the coming summer months (I have number 020). Overall this is a great foundation- Still I wouldnt say my holy grail but still one for the collection.

So my search continues for the perfect foundation-  I'm not entirely sure what any of these foundations are missing- but I'm waiting for the one that makes me think WOW, I will never need to use any other foundation ever again! Maybe I'm being a little unrealistic in my expectations, we shall see!!

Lancome Teint Idole ultra 24H and Teint Idole Ultra Compact Powder Reviews

Packaging and price- Lancome Teint idole Ultra 24H retails at £27.50 and the slender glass bottle contains 30mls of product. The bottle has a pump- which for me is a must with any foundation. I love the design of this bottle- one of those I'm proud to have display on my make up cabinet!

What the company claims-

•  A foundation that lasts all day
• Our first 24 hour* liquid foundation gives you an even, flawless looking complexion. 
• No need for touch ups. 
• With a blendable fresh texture and a smooth finish. 
• This long-lasting foundation provides the perfect coverage. 
• Available in 18 shades. 
• Retouch Free

Formula facts

• Oil free
• SPF 15
• - Suitable for all skin types including sensitive.
• Dermatologically tested
• -Non-comedogenic

My experience with the foundation

When first applied this foundation looks absolutly flawless- It applied like a dream, literally melted into my skin and my skin was left looking airbrushed.

 The consistancy is fairly light but as it glides on provides medium coverage- it is easily buidable up to my preferred full coverage look. As soon as this foundation was applied I thought this is it I have found it- my holy grail of all foundations.... but unfortunatly my search continues for the one following reason..... after about 3 hours of wear I noticed that around my nose area the product literally seemed to have 'melted' off leaving it looking cakey and far from the flawless finish after the initial application. I gave it the benefit of the doubt and continued to wear it for the week (wearing the Teint Idole Ultra 24H powder to set it) and to my great disappointment the same thing happened again and again. Im sure that this is not a problem that everyone will experience as it is likely the product just isnt suited to my skin- but for me this is not one I will be repurchasing.

I went back to the Lancome counter and asked for some advice and the consultant told me to 'just keep applying extra layers' -which unfortunately due to the nature of my job- I cant keep popping out leaving the pregnant lady in the delivery room to 'touch up' my foundation! With all of the above said I'm sure most will find this a pleasure to wear- it is very very scented- but I adore the smell and if anything will wear it for just that reason!
 

 Teint Idole ultra 24H Compact Powder

 

I have been using this to set the Teint Idole foundation- but this can be used alone as a foundation if desired- although for me this would not give enough coverage to wear alone. This will set you back £34.00- which is more than the Teint Idole foundation itself  (am I alone in wandering why powders are often more costly than foundations??) The packaging is a positive- it has a nicely sized mirror inside and comes with an applicator sponge. 

What the company claims- 

• Teint Idole Ultra Compact Powder glides like a fluid and finishes like a powder, to provide a weightless and flawless looking complexion. 
• Once applied, it holds for up to 18 hours and is transfer-resistant
• The satin matte finish is comfortable all day long.

My experience with the powder-

As I said above I wouldn't wear this alone as a foundation- but it works nicely to set my other foundations. I think for the price I could find an alternative that does a similar job (my Mac mineralize for example) but if you have the money to splash its a nice little powder to add to your collection! 

Estee Lauder Double Wear foundation

I have become officially addicted to my search for a holy grail foundation over the last few months- so my next few posts will be reviews on my recent foundation purchases- starting with the all famous Estee Lauder Double Wear foundation. 

Foundation is one of the all all-time debatable topics in the world of beauty- what one person loves another may hate. What foundation is perfect for you will depend on your skin type have and what finish you require.

My skin type is normal/combination. Until very recently I had very 'normal' skin- or at least I thought I did- but after becoming more educated in skincare I have come to learn that I can have a tendency to getting slightly oily in the T-Zone with mild dryness in the cheek area. My skin went through years of being blemish free (or almost blemish free) but recently has become more prone to some redness and blemishes- I am almost sure I am guilty of causing this myself by the excessive use of many different products. 

So enough about my skin, lets get to the Review...

RRP £27.50

 The packaging and price- The foundation comes in a lovely classy looking glass bottle with luxurious gold writing, the all famous gold Estee Lauder logo and a gold lid. The bottle contains 30ml of products which is the standard amount for most foundations and retails at £27.50. The one thing a hate about the packaging of this product is that there is no pump- I cant understand what in the name of beauty they were thinking when they decided not to include a pump- not only can it get very messy but also I find I end up pouring 3 times more of the product out than I actually needed (perhaps this was the idea they had in mind) If anyone knows of a pump that fits this please let me know in the comments box as It would be much appreciated!

What the company claims- 

• 15 hours of staying power- flawless all day
• Wont change colour, smudge or come off on clothes
• This worry-free, long-wearing foundation makeup stays fresh and looks natural through heat, humidity, nonstop activity.
• Feels lightweight and comfortable   

Formula Facts-

• Oil-free
• Dermatologist-tested
• Non-acnegenic
• Fragrance-free
• SPF10

My experience with the foundation-

As you can see above the foundation is fairly thick in consistency- but it goes onto the skin smoothly/ evenly and blends well. I have been using the Real techniques buffing brush to apply- but it also works well when just applied with the fingers. I agree with the claim that it last for 15 hours- I have been wearing this at work for my 13 hour shifts and it still looks pretty flawless at the end of the shift too! It also doesn't smudge or rub off easily- I am guilty of being one of those people who accidentally rub and touch their face a little too much, especially as I work nights- but this foundation is very resilient against this bad habit of mine! Im not too sure I totally agree with the claim that it feels lightweight- I can certainly tell I have foundation on when I'm wearing this, but its comfortable all the same. And as far as being fragrance free- I'm not too sure about this claim either- if anything I feel this smells a little like paint (but not in an off-putting way, I actually quite like the smell).

The coverage and finish- The finish of this foundation is Matte. Estee Lauder claim that this foundation is medium build able- but In my opinion I would say it is more of a full coverage foundation. My only negative for the product itself is that it doesn't seem to photograph very well- I have found  am fairly ghostly looking in pictures when wearing this- possibly due to the SPF. 

Overall I would recommend this foundation- still not quite my holy grail but certainly one I will continue to repurchase.

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GlossyBox June 2013

Beauty Boxes.. my little monthly 'prezzie in the post' to myself- from myself. I have to admit I do get a little excited when I see the postman coming up to the door with my little box in hand! After subscribing to a few I have narrowed my monthly subscriptions to just 2 boxes- GlossyBox and BirchBox.

So whats in June's  Glossybox....

 

Glossy Box subscription Costs £10 +postage

RRP £8.49

GOSH Growth Mascara- For the past 6 months I have been addicted to Hollywood Lashes (Full review and pics to come shortly) so mascara has not been top of my shopping list for some time- I will however be repurchasing this little beauty when the time comes. Although I only need now use mascara on my lower lashes- this really does stand out as a fantastic mascara- it creates length and does a wonderful job of separating the lashes.

RRP £5.99

 Organic Surge Shine Boost Conditioner- This conditioner is a 200ml full size product and after using it for the past 4 days I can honestly say I love it- I'm a bit of a nightmare for swapping and changing my haircare products on a weekly basis so I'm not sure I will jump at repurchasing, but I would recommend giving it a try- it smells lush too!

RRP £5.99

Figs and Rouge Tinted lip balm- This Lip balm comes in a 12.5 tube (RRP £5.00) I have a box full of Lip balms so they really have to shine (excuse the pun) for me to repurchase. This lip balm is a lovely sweet cherry flavor and gives a nice red sheen to the lips when applied. It is a little thick and slightly on the 'gloopy' side for me- I will certainly use it, possibly as a before bed lip balm but I don't think it will be one I will repurchase.

RRP £10.50

Monu Spa hand cream- This is a full size 50ml Product (RRP £10.50) and it smells divine! I love creams and lotions that have that natural essential oils smell to them. Working in a hospital I am constantly washing and using that awfully drying alcohol gel on my hands- so my hands are always grateful for some moisture! I really like this hand cream, it smells nice, has a lovely consistency and absorbs quickly too. Its also a perfect size to keep in my uniform pocket at work.  





 




MeMeMe Nail polish in colour 'Innocent'- This nail varnish looks very pale, almost white in the bottle- but when applied to the nail is an extremely natural colour- almost clear even, ideal for work or when a very subtle look is required. (RRP £5.00)

So there it is- Junes Glossy Box. With 5 out of 5 items being full size the box value comes to £34.98!!! I will use all of the products in this box and can confidently say this box is well well worth the £10 subscription fee!

glossybox.co.uk

The NARS Happening Palette

Its true, I have a bit of a palette obsession at the moment, If there's a palette out- I want it. You just cant go wring with a good palette- especially if like this NARS one!... it has a combo of eye-shadows a blush AND a bronzer thrown in there too- I mean really girls (and guys) what more do we need! !

The blush- The blush is the NARS all time famous 'Orgasm' and is a full size version too!! Orgasm is a pink-coral shade with a slight shimmer and golden yellow undertones. It is a really pretty wearable color that most people will adore! I like it, I just wouldn't say im in love with it. I don't think its worth quite the hype that it gets- but even still its a lovely blush and it will get a lot of love and uasge im sure. 

Laguna

The Bronzer- The bronzer is another NARS all time favorites- Laguna. Again this bronzer is a full size- making this palette really worth the £45 price tag already. (Laguna itself usually retails at £26 and Orgasm blush at £21.50). Laguna is an olive based bronzer and is lovely lovely lovely... it compliments Orgasm really well as a contour and it will certainly be a re-purchase when I hit pan with this one!

The shadows

This pallete contains 4 shadows- 

• Night star (upper right)
• Gstaad (lower right)
• Coconut Grove (lower left)
• Kuala Lampur (upper left)

From left to right- Kuala Lampur, coconut grove, Gstaad, Night star

 Kuala Lampur- this is a gorgeous gorgeous berry purple shade with just enough shimmer. Initially when I got this palette I thought this one be one of my lesser used shadows- but how wrong I was... I use coconut grove on my lower lash line and then apply this to the outer lower lashline and it looks beautiful! Another one I will be repurchasing!

Coconut Grove- A lovely, highly pigmented dark brown- I blend this into the outer corners of my lids for a smokey look and use also as a liner. It a lovely alternative to using blacks- and it blends so well- usually with very dark colors I find they can be a bit of a pain to blend out- but this blends beautifully- this shadow has climbed up to being in my top 5 fave shadows of alltime!

Night star- A golden neutral color with a shimmer- lovely as a highlight! not too much to say about this one- its a nice shadow- but there are many out there for half the price of this that do the job just the same, not so sure I would repurchase this one. 

Gstaad- Taupe with a slight shimmer- this one is extremely wearable and is a limited edition to this palette- I use it quite alot and again it blends lovely. Its a shame this isnt one of NARS permanent collection as I think this would have been on my repurchase list. 

Overall this palette is fabbbbbbbulouss.... Its all I need to pop in my bag for work, and has a lovely good sized mirror on the inside too! As with all NARS packaging the rubber outer case is a bit of a pain in the bum and needs regular cleaning as every fingerprint and particle of dust will stick to it- but its not enough to put me off stocking up on another before they all sell out! Go grab yourselves one its worth the money I promise! :) 

Love xxx

Lancome Subtil Pallete in 01 Rose Flush

Lancome Blush Subtil Pallete in 01- Rosh Flush

You know that familiar feeling at the end of the month- your all spent out, hanging onto the last pennies for life essentials- and then you see it.... the most beautiful, gorgeous make up item staring you in the face, luring you in.... and you just cant help it, you have to have it!! nevermind food and petrol for the next week- this is now a must have essential!! 

This is what happened to me when I saw the Lancome Blush Subtil Pallete in Rose flush-- it was the most gorgeous pretty pink blush I had ever seen. I had fallen in make up love!!

RRP £27.00

This pallete retails for £27.00 and I can honestly say is worth every penny. 

• To the left of the pallete is the contour- dust this under your cheek bones and it blends in seamlessly, just enough colour to create a contour without that definative line I find I get with some contours/bronzers.
• In the middle is the love of my life- the rose flush blush (try saying that after a couple of glasses of wine). Again this blends in seamlessly and is the most gorgeous rose pink with a slight shimmer. The shimmer is just enough- no glittery bits falling off all over the place- just a subtle glow.  
• On the left is the highlight- this dusted on the top of your cheekbones finishes the look.

This pallete is stunning, there is no other word for it. It does not look powdery and it lasts all day long!! Now all I have to do is await payday before I can get the other Pallette in this collection- 'nectar lace' another 'life essential' im sure!! :)

Beauty Bliss!

Hello beauties! My very first blog! Here it is! After weeks of thinking about it I have finally got to grips with the blogging world and started one of my
very own … How very exciting… So here goes… My beauty blog!