Ill go back to MAC...favourite blusher

Its so easy to forget about the beautiful things you've purchased in the past.

I have overwhelming respect for miss Maria Sparkle who was taking part in a self inflicted spending ban.

This means lots of "shopping her stash"

...its mad how much half used bits of unused product you can accumulate.

In all honesty I could do with doing this too...just I wouldn't manage the none spending bit!

With this is mind and the seasons in complete change in comparison to the very odd initial hot October weather so do the demands of my skin/makeup regime (..well slightly)

I picked this up out of my makeup stash yesterday. It is to date the brightest blush I have EVER seen or owned for that matter.

This is Her Blooming Cheek

and really sorry I also hate when people do this...its limited addition! It is from last years Christmas collection.

A very similar dupe is Dollymix which is in the permanent line at MAC.

This colour is perfect for a bit of cheek POP

One swipe of this and your good to go because the colour is so pigmented its a blush that will last a very long time.

Here is the colour very lightly swatched...it is buildable but you need me be careful

...theres winter flush and then their just looking permanantly embarrassed!

It really is something I'm glad Ive brought back out of my stash!

What are you ladies rediscovering in your makeup collection?

Graze mmm mmm mmm!

It was yesterday my free box popped through my letterbox from Graze.

Ive read bits and bobs about the company through different blogs and thought the company had a really brilliant little idea going on.

 

The packaging is adorable! 

The company's ethos pretty much reminds me of Innocent Smoothies, its adorable, witty and is environmentally minded promoting a healthy lifestyle.

There is a leaflet explaining all about the Graze concept and how it works.

Basically you choose a box either NibbleBox, EatWellBox or EnergyBox

All have various specifications based on your diet plan.

You then get to browse the NibbleBox contents by browsing Graze's selection of nibbles including seeds, dried fruit, breads etc and say whether you love like want to try or dislike.

I chose the NibbleBox. Heres what I received

Top Left: Strawberry Milkshake(dried strawberrys and banana with white chocolate drops)

Top Right: Apple & Cinnamon shortbread

Bottom Left: Cheddar Red onions and chutney on bread

Bottom Right: Billionaires shortbread (nuts, fudge pieces and cranberry's)

I have eaten 3 of the 4 and have been pleasantly surprised! My favourite being Billionaire's shortbread simply delicious. I am certainly going to order another. I couldn't say I would go as far as ordering one every week but as a healthy treat I highly reccommend for £3.50

On top of that I am being sent another free box to give to my mum courtesy of Graze..win win situation!

To try a free Grazebox for youself enter this code:
1MYP3WG 
Who knows even Graze may be for you too!!

 

 

Lee Stafford Argan Oil Review

Hello lovelys!!

Just leaving you with a mega quick review of a fab hair product Ive discovered

Enjoy!

Enjoy!

BB Cream review free samples on offer

Hello lovelys!

Oh gosh was it really last Saturday I blogged....oh man!

Thought Id record a little vid for you all reviewing the BB Cream

If your interested in recieving a sample of Garnier BB cream make sure your a GFC follower and comment with your email.

Make sure you do this before the 29th October.

 Enjoy! ;)

p.s Realise the still of me above is vile!! ^^ should change I hope!

MAC Amplified....the low down

Hello there! Hello new followers :)

I do apologise for lack of posting...quite frankly I was away all weekend enjoying myself!

Today I want to take you through my three favourite MAC amplified creme lipsticks.

For those that are new to MAC or MAC lipstick amplified cremes they are highly pigmented with a creme finish. It is because of their moisturising aspect and vibrant colour that I love them so!

To view swatches of all of the MAC amplified range look here

These are my favs:

Girl About Town- this is a MAC lipstick must have and I know is a blogger/Youtube favourite...and I understand why. This striking fuchsia has the ability to glamorise a very plain look. This lipstick is fabulous is putting a spin on the 50s pin up look adding a modern twist. I use this lipstick often out of an evening. Theres something about this colour pop that says "'Ive made an effort tonight!"

I think this picture really aids in showing the vibrancy of this pink shade. As you can see this pink has a red undertone and this contributes in delivering that unquestionable POP!

Up The Amp: OK..so, to a lot of women this colour is a little scary and intimidating-don't be! This shade is really buildable so it can be as subtle or as imposing as you want. This lippe looks incredible on WOC when built up. Believe it or not but I sometimes wear this for daytime to add that little glamour to my look if my makeup is very plain. Ive also worn this out with a white dress using the lipstick to modernise the look as a whole.

To show you how unitimidating this colour can really be this is it when only lightly applied.

Its gorgeous purple colour really carries an explicit uniqueness and this is really what makes it a must have.

Chatterbox: This shade has a particular place in my heart because I usually wear it as a daytime lipstick. When I want something other than Hue or Creme d Nude this is my next go to. I wore this colour a lot over the summer as it would freshen up my look.

The only way to really describe this shade is as a pretty pink. Its not bubblegum or anything too outrageous, its a pink with a slight coral undertone which makes it a favourite because it can be used to enhance a range of looks or occasions.

Finally here are the swatches on a white background. The undertones are much more prominent in this image.

So there we have it my favourite MAC amplified cremes!

What are your favourites?

In Other News

Had an incredible weekend. Rather than bore you with details I will show you this image:

cheeky little thing!! haha.

-I need to show you my blog sale finds and review them-I got some lovely stuff :)

-Had a weak moment and bought some bits from Elf in their last 50% sale-

Ive read a lot of Elf hauls so instead I think I may review some of their less-publicised products

-Bought my first ever Nars blush so far really thrilled!!
-Back to uni next week and 3rd years begins. Im not disillusioning myself...its going to be a tough year!

-Actively searching for a new fruit scent. Any suggestions?

Add me on blogger! My buttons just over here>>>>

Thank you for your comments. I am ever grateful of hearing your feedback, suggestions and chit chat!

YSL Indulgence

I am a huge lipstick fan. HUGE

It was only a week last Saturday I had a weak moment whilst browsing Cheapsmells

when I came across these beautiful YSL Rouge Volupte lipsticks.

They were £5 off RRP so the temptation was even larger.

There were a variety of colours available so I checked some reviews on YouTube before purchasing.

I chose a fuchsia pink and a light pink.

Left: 10 Provocative Pink

Right: 7 Lingerie Pink

These lippies are SEXY. They have sexy names and just ooze class and sophistication. A welcome visitor to any dressing table, they are beautiful to look at. I remeber watching a Pixiwoo2/@TanyaBurr video once and she commented along the line of "I wish all lipsticks were as sexy as YSL". 

I feel the same.

They feel weighty in your hand and I love the classy gold design. Its really not going to be subtle getting one of these babies out of your purse!

Top: 7 Lingerie Pink

Bottom: 10 Provocative Pink 

The texture of the lipsticks are creamy. When looking at both lippies I saw two immediate dupes.

The 7 Lingerie Pinkis very similar to MAC Viva Glam Gaga.

It has similar blue undertones but is a much creamier texture.

(Sorry my lips need some love and attention!)

I know the Viva glam gaga was criticised for not being very wearable. 

But rather than slathering this colour on it is very buildable depending on how much you want you lips to POP.

My deepest apologies my Gaga lipstick disappeared a while ago so I cannot physically compare them!

10 Provocative Pink

This is a deep fuchsia, it really has the capabilities to give the POP you may want.

This lippie is for all those bold lipstick wearers out there...hurrah!

I really love the colour, it is so beautiful,

 I also have a dupe for this one also: MAC Girl About Town

Top: MAC Girl About Town

Bottom: YSL Rouge Volumpte 10 Provocative Pink

The YSL is a little darker than the MAC, but they colour pay off is very similar.

I have to say though that the YSL has a much better staying power than the MAC, although I adore it I have spent many nights constantly re-applying to achieve the same POP.

In Other News

My eyebrows continue to look almightily crap!,,,may book a consultation tomorrow!

I had a session on some toning tables today. Their basically machines that create resistance in order to tone your body. I am sceptical but it was good fun!

Its my birthday on Saturday :) :) :) !!

What are your favourite lipsticks?

Wishing you a good week!