Rediscovering a Love #1
Around a year, possibly a year and a half ago I lost one of my most used and most loved tools, the Real Techniques Buffing Brush, i think one of my friends nicked it! A few days ago, i finally bought a new one and I've no idea why i didn't buy a replacement sooner. Its super soft and gives an effortless, flawless finish to your foundation. Its a cult classic in the blogger sphere and so i don't wanna ramble on about it too much, but i'm so glad to have it back in my life!
Daniel Sandler Watercolour Creme Bronzer
I've had the Daniel Sandler Watercolour Creme Bronzer for well over a year now and when I first got it i was bitterly disappointed. I don't know what it was but I found that it didn't do much and seemed to be a bit of a 'blurgh' product, something that promised so much but left me wishing I hadn't spent the £15 price tag.
That was until august, after being left out in the cold for many months, I decided to give it a whirl again. I've now used it almost everyday since. It may have been the brushes I was using to apply it but now I find it a dream and is one of my staples in my makeup routine. I find that it adds the perfect natural warmth to your skin. I use the Real Techniques Expert Face Brush to apply it to my cheekbones, forehead and jaw bone. Voila, natural summer skin!
Small Beauty Haul- Bourjois, Maybelline, Zoeva
I was in need of a new foundation and mascara and whilst stalking the ASOS website, i noticed there was a sale on Bourjois so this was the inevitable outcome with a couple of other bits thrown in for good measure.
Bourjois Healthy Mix Foundation
Ive got the serum version of this and i wanted to see how this differed.
Bourjois Pretty Paris Liberty Chic Blusher- 16 Love Struck Rose
This is an ASOS exclusive and i just thought it looked beautiful- a nice light shimmery coral. The packaging is also gorgeous and has a very vintage like look.
Bourjois Rouge Edition Lipstick- 03 Peche Cosy
This is a nice peach/coral lipstick which adds a bit more colour to your normal nude. I think it would be a good lipstick for someone who's scared of rocking a bright colour but is wanting something a little different than the normal lip colour. It actually is quite similar to the blusher i bought as well.
Maybelline The Falsies Volume Express Mascara
I've been wanting to give this a whirl for a while as it is many peoples favourite mascara, especially Tanya Burr.
Zoeva 317 Wing Liner Brush
I picked this up mainly to use for my eyebrows and i might also buy another for gel eyeliner as it is so much cheaper than the Mac version.
Summer Clothing Haul
I did a little bit of online shopping a few weeks ago in preparation for my jolly holidays and the summer in general. Here are the items i added to my bag to update my summer wardrobe.
From Asos:
Possibly my favourite and most worn item, although it doesn't look like much, in the few weeks since the retail therapy. The loose fitting style and the material means it adds something a little different and can dress up an outfit more than the typical vest.
A summer essential that everyone has to have this year. A kimono. The tassel's and black and white pattern mean it can be used to dress up a previously plain outfit but is also great as a cover up for the beach or if you feel like you've had too much sun.
A floaty shift style dress with a bright and colourful pattern. The material is silky like and so really light, meaning its perfect for those hot summer days. Once again it can also be dressed up for evenings.
I love the look of big t-shirts with leggings and so a t-shirt dress is the next step up. I love white in the summer as it enhances a tan and the mesh insert at the top means this can be worn both day and night. Versatile.
Another dress, this time sleeveless black, white and red checkered. Its got a very 60s feel to it and would look great with a black bowler hat and black hat. Another versatile piece as it will carry through to autumn and winter when paired with tights, ankle boots or brogues and a cardigan.
As i mentioned earlier i love white in the summer. This is a boxy crop top which could be worn with a high waisted skirt or shorts if you don't want to bare your tummy but also normal shorts if you do. Its also another day or night piece.
Versatility is the key with these clothes and the summer. Items which you can just throw on but still look stylish and can take you from day to night when paired with the right things. Perfect.
From Asos:
A summer essential that everyone has to have this year. A kimono. The tassel's and black and white pattern mean it can be used to dress up a previously plain outfit but is also great as a cover up for the beach or if you feel like you've had too much sun.A floaty shift style dress with a bright and colourful pattern. The material is silky like and so really light, meaning its perfect for those hot summer days. Once again it can also be dressed up for evenings.I love the look of big t-shirts with leggings and so a t-shirt dress is the next step up. I love white in the summer as it enhances a tan and the mesh insert at the top means this can be worn both day and night. Versatile.
From Missguided:
Another dress, this time sleeveless black, white and red checkered. Its got a very 60s feel to it and would look great with a black bowler hat and black hat. Another versatile piece as it will carry through to autumn and winter when paired with tights, ankle boots or brogues and a cardigan. As i mentioned earlier i love white in the summer. This is a boxy crop top which could be worn with a high waisted skirt or shorts if you don't want to bare your tummy but also normal shorts if you do. Its also another day or night piece. Versatility is the key with these clothes and the summer. Items which you can just throw on but still look stylish and can take you from day to night when paired with the right things. Perfect.
Eyeko Skinny Liquid Eyeliner Review
The description on the pen is 'For precise lines, smudge proof colour and easy application'. Two out of the 3 descriptions i agree with, one frustratingly i don't.
I tested it out on my hand on the plane and i thought i was on to a winner. It applied really easily and when i rubbed my hand only a couple of seconds after applying it did not budge one bit.
I then applied it to my eyes the next day, finding it so easy to apply, with it having a felt tip applicator with a thin tip. It made it quick and stress free to apply liquid eyeliner to a novice like me, especially with eyes that can only take thin eyeliner.
However by the end of the day, i had eyeliner smudged all over my eyelids up to my brows and under my eyes and it looked god damn awful. Unfortunately not smudge proof. Although i do sometimes get oily eyelids i couldn't believe how different it seemed from when i swatched it on the back of my hand and it wouldn't budge. I therefore maybe thought it was due to being on holiday and it being hot and humid. However since testing it when being back, the same thing just keeps on happening.
It is therefore unusable for me which is so annoying as it is the easiest liquid eyeliner I've found to apply although it may work for people with drier eyelids.
However by the end of the day, i had eyeliner smudged all over my eyelids up to my brows and under my eyes and it looked god damn awful. Unfortunately not smudge proof. Although i do sometimes get oily eyelids i couldn't believe how different it seemed from when i swatched it on the back of my hand and it wouldn't budge. I therefore maybe thought it was due to being on holiday and it being hot and humid. However since testing it when being back, the same thing just keeps on happening.
It is therefore unusable for me which is so annoying as it is the easiest liquid eyeliner I've found to apply although it may work for people with drier eyelids.
Has anyone else tried this eyeliner? Did you have the same problem?
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