Beauty: The Makeup Diaries Issue 2 14.1.18

Welcome to 'The Makeup Diaries'. This week I have chosen some more new products to use in my beauty regime. So here's a look at the beauty products I have used this week. I have listed them below and provided a short summary of what I've thought of them.

1. Bobbi Brown BB Cream in Medium: This is my 'go-to' face base as it is lightweight and provides light coverage with a natural finish. Plus it has an SPF of 35!

2. MAC Concealer in NC35: This is another staple of my face base prep. I use this as an overall face concealer. It has long lasting staying power and matches my complexion well.

3. Kryolan Derma Color Camouflage Creme Concealer: This was a newbie and I bought it to see if it would provide me with flawless undereye coverage. I have dark circle and have become more conscious of how they look when I am out. This is creamy once you warm it up and it is intensely pigmented. So far, so good!

4. Urban Decay Naked Concealer: This is pretty good. It is so light you don't even feel it whilst applying it onto your skin. I use it as an undereye brightening concealer and it has great coverage and staying power.

5. Becca 'Glow on the Go' Highlighter Set in Opal: So this was bought in a set which includes the liquid highlighter in Opal as well as the pressed powder. I'm still undecided on these. I like how the liquid highlighter works as it does look beautiful and natural on the skin but not so sure about the powder highlight.

6. Inglot Cream Blush in 96 - I read reviews on the staying power and matte finish of this product. I opted for a coral shade as that is usually my favourite. I LOVE it. It's lightweight and easy to apply with a stipple brush. The staying power is seriously amazing! 

7. Sellma Studio Matte Lipstick in Latte and Lipshine in Biscuit: I have been using these for 2 weeks now and it is my new every day colour. It's a lovely nude light brown and the shine on top is lovely and glossy. This may be my new favourite for liquid lipsticks as it still wears great after you've eaten!

8. MAC Lipliner in Nice 'n' Spicy: I have been using this with the products above and it really accentuates my lips and makes them appear more fuller. 

The IsaDora eyeliners I believe I used last week so I won't review them as I have done before.

Other than that, I am liking that I am utilising new products and integrating them into my beauty regime.  After this month is over, I am thinking of doing a project pan of beauty products and a decluttering post - home and possibly beauty.

Have you tried any of these products? If not, which ones would you be tempted to try?

Love Sara xx

Beauty: The Makeup Diaries Issue 1 7.1.18

The Makeup Diaries Issue 1 - 7.1.18

L- R: Garnier BB Cream in Medium/Dark, Giorgio Armani Lipstick in 512, Laura Mercier Baked Bronzers in 03 & 04,
Bobbi Brown Pot Rouge in Blushed Rose, MAC Lipliner in Soar, Estee Lauder Heatwave Highlighter,
Too Faced BTL Mascara, Urban Decay Naked Concealer, Charlotte Tilbury AirBrush Powder in 03.

I wanted to add a new feature to my blog that would showcase my beauty products but with the primary aim of helping me to utilise my collection. Each week, I will be switching up some products in the bid to use my collection of beauty products more this year. I hope you enjoy it!

Sara xx

Lifestyle/Beauty: Brand of the Month - Jouer

BRAND OF THE MONTH

 JOUER

https://www.jouercosmetics.com/

L-R: Lip Enhancer in Clear, Lip Toppers in Rose Gold, Skinny Dip and Frostbite, Rose Gold Highlighter 

I heard about Jouer a few years ago online but never looked into any of their products. It wasn't until I started watching a few American beauty bloggers/makeup artists that I started to learn about the products they offer. Amrezy, was one of the first makeup artists/influencers who wore Jouer's best selling product the 'Lip Topper'. I was drawn in and wanted to try it out. So I think I remember purchasing the Skinny Dip Lip Topper along with the Lip Enhancer which is a lip balm treatment.

Since using those products I decided to invest in some of the Rose Gold Collection. I bought as shown below the highlighter and lip topper. At first I wasn't keen on the formula of the highlighter as it looked too chunky but I have literally been hooked after playing around and finding a way of applying it so it looks super natural on my skin. I have been using it since the Summer and still use it everyday, the pan is still going strong and I will definitely repurchase after I have used it up.

The Lip Toppers are AMAZING! I don't know what else to say other than they look so beautiful on top of any lipstick. They plump your lips and add extra dimension.

Lastly, I'll chat about the Lip Enhancer in Clear. I actually added this as an 'add-on' to get free shipping LOL! But I am so glad I did as I have since repurchased this three times. It is an amazingly light formula which sinks into the lips and moisturises them thoroughly. It claims to plump and the results are true. I notice smoothing of my lips and a natural fullness to them too. I hope the foreer continue to make this product as it is BOMB! 

Overall, I really like Jouer. They also stock foundations, eyeshadows, blushes amongst many other products. I am really keen on trying out their blushes and eyeshadows and seeing how they live up to their other products.

What do you think of Jouer?

Which are your favourite products?

Love Sara X

Beauty: As Seen On...Beauty Bloggers/Influencers

I am sure you are all aware of the rising number of beauty influencers/bloggers on social media these days. So I thought about which of them have influenced me to purchase products to based on their reviews. I have chosen products that I use quite often in my makeup application and given a brief overview which I hope you find useful.


Beauty Products as seen on....

1. RMCA Powder (as seen on Kathleen Lights). I remember this was in one of her 'Favourites' videos and as I had finished my Laura Mercier, I wanted to try a cheaper alternative. I really like how finely milled this powder is and how it blends nicely into the skin. I use this under my eyes and to set my makeup whenever I remember!

2. Carli Bybel Palette (as seen on Carli Bybel). I enjoy watching beauty bloggers who are passionate about what they do and Carli is one of them. She came out with her own palette in collaboration with BH Cosmetics and I have to say it does not fail at all. She has picked a great combination of colours perfect for day and evening too. I am currently wearing the browns and bronzes, as I created a smokey look.  Also, the highlighters in the palette are BEAUTIFUL! She has recently released a 'Deluxe' palette with more eyeshadows I believe and a few new colours.

3. MAC Mineralize Skinfinish in Give Me Sun ( as seen on Holly Boon). I really think Holly Boon is a very talented makeup artist who loves to experiment with a range of products and who also loves tanning and highlighting! She had been using 'Give Me Sun' in a load of videos and I remember thinking how it gave her natural warmth to her skin. I use to use Laura Mercier's Baked Radiance Bronzers which I still love but wanted a touch more colour. So I eventually purchase this and haven't looked back. I use it to warm my skin up more and today I used it a touch more in replace of my usual blush and love the finished look.

4. MAC Satin Lipstick in Myth (as seen on Chrisspy). I LOVE a nude lip and my go-to has been Maybelline's Nude Delight for some time. But when I started to watch Chrisspy I wondered if I could pull it off too. It is amazing especially when combined with MAC's Oak Lipliner and Jouer's Skinny Dip Lip Topper or Cargo's Sahara Lipgloss. I'm actually almost due for a repurchase but have to agree with Chrisppy that it goes with any look!

5. MAC Amplified Lipstick in Blankety ( as seen on Anna Saccone). I loved this colour on Anna and have to admit at first I wasn't sure if it would suit me. But I caved in and bought it at Duty Free last year. I have worn this with lots of simple and natural make up looks and really love the colour, which is a muted dusky pink.

6. Jouer Lip Topper in Skinny Dip (as seen on Amrezy).  It is a lip gloss that is designed to be worn on top of lips for a shimmering effect. I love this lip topper and have used it lots on a variety of lip products. It adds more dimension to a lip colour and it isn't full on glitter. I find it quite subtle. I also have it in the shades: Frostbite and Rose Gold.

Which beauty influencers/bloggers have influenced you to purchase any products?

Do you rate them?

Love, Sara X

Beauty: Long Lasting Makeup for Teachers in the Middle East

As mentioned previously, I'm a teacher. A teacher who LOVES make up I might add. So I thought it may be useful to blog about the make up products I use on a daily basis when I am at work. I literally do not have any time to reapply my make up throughout the day, let alone any breaks! Since I have lived in Oman, I have switched up some of my make up products to make sure whilst my skin is comfortable, it also lasts throughout the day.

So what do I use?

I will list the products below in order of how I apply them and what they are used for.

#1. Skindinavia Primer Spray - After I have applied my skincare, I will lightly spritz my skin with this to prepare my skin for my make up application.

#2. MAC Prep + Prime Highlighter in Peach Lustre - I use this to colour correct underneath my eyes and any other dark areas of hyperpigmentation on my skin.

#3. MAC ProLongwear Concealer in NC35 - I lightly dab concealer on top of the colour correct areas.

#4. Garnier BB Cream OR Bobbi Brown BB Cream in Medium - I then apply a small peas sized amount all over my face and neck. Then I go back with the MAC concealer to make sure my base is flawless.

#5. MAC Master Concealer in 8.5 - I use a Morphe  brush and mark my cheek contour.

#6. Benefit Watts Up Cream Highlighter - I swipe this on my cheek bones and bridge of my nose and blend into my skin.

#7. Max Factor Soft Touch Cream Blush in Soft Copper - I LOVE cream blush for a more natural and glowy appearance. I use the small e.l.f. stippling brush and tap this onto my cheeks and blend in with my contour.

#8. Jouer Rose Gold Powder Highlighter - I use the Zoeva #134 brush to apply this on top of t he cream highlight. It's such a natural highlight, I love it!

#9. IsaDora Liquid Eyeliner in Black/Brown - I apply this to the top of my eyes.

#10. Eyeliner pencil  - I haven't listed a brand as I use loads and it depends on what colour I am feeling that day! But I apply this on my lower lash line.

#11. L'O'real Feline Mascara - this is a dupe for the Benefit Rollerlash mascara. It lifts and curls your lashes so well. I apply a few coats to the top and bottom of my lashes.

#12. NYX Mahogany Lipliner  - Again it depends on what colour I am feeling that day but more recently I have been wearing this combination.

#13. Rimmel Only Matte Lipstick in 700 ( Trendsetter) - I am not a fan of this alone and this works well with Mahogany and Mauve Squad to give a muted nude-mauve lip colour that goes with pretty much every look.

#14. Smashbox Mauve Squad Liquid Lipstick - I layer this over the lipstick and it is GORGEOUS!

#15. Skindinavia Makeup Finishing Spray - I spritz this over my makeup a few times to ensure it is set and lasts all day. I can vouch that it does last all day. However if I wear MAC Kohl, that eyeliner does tend to smudge. So I usually opt for Sephora, L.A Girl or Urban Decay eyeliners.

Sometimes I may apply RCMA powder to define my contour more but if I am honest it is quite rare on a school day! I do pack a mini Skindinavia Finishing spray with me but I never use it...I don't need to, but also I don't have time. I also pack my lipsticks but again very, very rarely top it up unless I am heading out after school.

I have to say that the Skindinavia sprays are a life saver here in Oman, they work so well! I am constantly repurchasing them as they make a huge difference to the longevity of my makeup. Also, I don't use foundation or anything that is thick on my face as my skin does not agree with it and also it is not good for this climate. I prefer to apply a face of natural looking makeup.

I hope you found this useful. Which products do you use to keep you makeup long lasting on your face?

Love Sara x

Beauty: My NYX Lip Collection

A short and sweet post here, showcasing my NYX lip collection. As you can see, I am into nudes and neutral colours. I adore the soft lip mattes and have used them for a while now.  They aren't long lasting but they don't claim to be either. What I love about them is the pigmentation and formula which glides onto your lips so beatuifully. More recently I came across their 'Intense Butter Gloss' which is an amazingly pigmented product. I am love with 'Tres Leches', a perfect pinky-brown everyday lip colour.  I do love to wear 'Summer Fruits' now and again for a pop of colour or to brighten up an outfit!

L - R Soft Mattes - Cairo, London, Buenos Aires, Sydney, Sao Paulo, Rome
Butter Gloss: Peaches and Cream, Eclair, Meringue
Intense Butter Gloss: Tres Leches, Sorbet, Summer Fruits

Swatches in same order as listed above.

What's your favourite NYX lip colour?

Love, Sara

What Look Am I Rockin'?....Long Wear Ramadan Makeup!

Hey,

So as you know it's the month of Ramadan and I had wanted to tone down my makeup a bit and use some alternative products to achieve a more natural Ramadan look. It's quite fresh faced, hydrating and luminous as well as long wearing. The only product I have to touch up is my lipstick but that's normal with it being Ramadan and all!

I have included a little skincare and makeup products below, which may seem like a lot but honestly in this heat, they all work wonders!

Ramadan Skincare and Makeup Products

Back Row: Bioderma Serum, LM Tinted Moisturiser, UD Quick Fix Primer Spray,Skindinavia Setting Spray.
Middle Row: Wet n Wild Eyeliner, BB Longwear Eyeliner, Benefit Watts Up Highlighter, NYX Butter Gloss
Front Row: MAC Lipliner, MAC Upward Lash Mascara, MAC Cremesheen Lipstick, Kevyn Aucoin Creme Blush.

Skincare:

Bioderma Hydrabio Serum

Urban Decay Quick Fix Primer Spray

Skindinavia Setting Spray

Makeup:

Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturiser in Sand

Wet n Wild Liquid Eyeliner in Dark Brown

Bobbi Brown Longwear Eyeliner in Hazel Brown

Benefit Watts Up Cream Highlighter

Kevyn Aucoin Creme Blush in Tan Soleil

MAC Upward Lash (sample)

MAC Cremesheen Lipstick in Pure Zen

NYX Butter Gloss in Creme Brulee

I won't go into detail with each product but honestly, all these products are amazing. They have been really hydrating and moisturising for my skin and kept it looking fresh throughout the day. The weather here is now usually 40+ and even though I am not outside for long it still affects you! Even with me using the AC inside, it's really important to care for your skin.

I have to say the skincare as noted above plays a massive part in keeping my skin looking hydrated and helps keep my makeup staying on my face longer. I have been loving cream products as they have been working well to blend in with my skin, rather than powder which although I love does sit on the skin looking a little cakey at times.

So, it looks like I will be carrying on using these products unless anything changes.

I hope you enjoyed reading!

Lots of love,

Sara

All Loved Up: May Favourites

So let's crack on with my May favourites from last month. I have switched up a few products as I have been wanting to utilise my make up collection and use pieces I haven't reached for in a while too.

My May Favourites!

L - R: MAC Subculture Lipliner, L'oreal Feline Mascara, Hourglass Lip Stylo in No1,
Jouer Lip Enhancer in Clear, Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturier and
Becca Shimmering Skin Perfector in Rose Gold. 

#1: MAC Lip Liner in Subculture: I have been loving this shade recently as it's pretty much the same colour as my lips and perfect for a very natural looking lip colour.

#2: L'oreal Feline Mascara: I bought this in Duty Free a while back and since I had to discard my Benefit and Urban Decay mascara's, it was time to try this one. I really love it. At the moment my lashes have been pre curled due to a lash lift so I can't really comment how it is curling/lifting them. However, this mascara is lightweight and does separate my lashes making them look much fuller and paired with the lash lift looks so natural too.

#3: Hourglass Lip Stylo in Femme No 1 ( I think that's what it's called!). This I believe is a  near dupe for the Natural Collection Lip stick in Rose Petal. I do love a pink brown nude with a smokey eye or even just a natural looking face of make up.

#4: Jouer Lip Enhancer: This has appeared in a post or insta- story before. I bought this as an add on to my Jouer order and I have to say it has to have been the best purchase ever. I am coming to the end of it now and it works wonders by keeping my lips soft, smooth and plump.

#5: Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturiser in Sand: So you may have read before I had been using the Bobbi Brown BB Cream. However now that I have ever so slightly tanned, I thought I would trial out the LM one and so far so good. It is is perfect match even when it has oxidised and actually feels nice on my skin, compared with before. It's almost finishing too but I am not sure whether I will repurchase as I have worn my BB far longer. We'll see.

#6: Becca Shimmering Skin Perfector Pressed Powder in Rose Gold: Last but not least my ultimate favourite. I LOVE this colour highlighter as it provides the skin with such a nice, natural, luminous glow without looking like a disco ball.

I hope you enjoyed reading.

Lots of love,

Sara

All Loved Up: January Favourites

My final post of this month will celebrate the makeup products I have been loving so much!

From L-R:

#1. Bobbi Brown BB Cream in Medium: I had a sample of this and really loved the finish so I thought I'd try the full size and I am enjoying using it. It has suited my skin since I have tanned a little but I do switch between this and the Garnier one depending on which look I am going for.

*Laura Mercier although it is amazing has now taken a back seat as I just can't wear it in this climate over here. So I've saved it for when I am back in the UK.

#2. Maybelline Age Rewind Concealer mixed with Collection Lasting Concealer in Dark: As mentioned in my previous post I really love the consistency and buildable aspect of this product. I have had to mix the medium shade with the Collection concealer as my skin colour has darkened a little. But it works well and provides enough coverage as well as being long lasting.

#3. Isa Dora Liquid Liner in Black: I actually haven't been wearing so much liquid liner on my top lash line but when I do I have been reaching for this one, because of it's pigmentation and preciseness.

#4. MAC Pearlglide Liner in Black Swan: This colour looks so pretty on the lower lash line as it's black with gold shimmer and sparkle.

#5. Sleek Powder Blush in Sunrise: I love the pigmentation of Sleek's blushes and this colour is just beautiful. It is a brown with red undertones but delivers such warmth to the skin with a slight shimmer. I have been HOOKED!

#6. Becca Shimmering Skin Perfecter in Rose Gold: Again, as mentioned in my last post, I adore this highlighter and love how subtle or intense you can make it appear on your skin.

#7. TBS Lip Liner in 10 (Pink Brown): My all time favourite lip liner which defines a more natural lip.

#8. Gerard Cosmetics Hydra Matte Liquid Lipstick in Skinny Dip: A nude-pink-mauve which again looks very pretty for more natural make up looks.

So they are my faves for this month - I'm pretty sure there will be some changes for next month though!

So that's all for now - I hope to blog soon with more beauty and travel updates!

Love & Blessings,

Sara

Haulage!

Hey lovelies...

This is a post of all the things I have consumed within the past month or so...

* New Look Fairisle Pom Pom Hat and Scarf - I would never usually buy a matching set especially something like this as I don't like furry pom poms or fur but I tried them on and they were really cute, and I also needed a nice knitted scarf for this cold weather. The pattern is really nice too. Simple but cosy and cute.

*New Look Capped Gloves in Black - Whenever it comes around to this time of the year I always seem lose one glove! I chose these gloves as I thought they were cute and being black they go with pretty much everything.

* Peruvian Earrings - I bought these on eBay. The design on the circular piece of brown shell is so beautiful. Also I don't have these style of earrings in my collection plus they were pretty cheap at £4!

* Rimmel Nail Polish:

I Love Fruities in Black Cherry - a vampish purple which is slighly metallic. I tried it on yesterday but forgot to take a pic. It is perfect for this season.

60 Seconds in Europhia - a duotone mauvey/pinky brown metallic. I love it completely unique colour from any other colour I own. I tried it on and below is a pic :)






* MAC Eyeshadow Refill Pans:

Ricepaper - I had read a lot of other make up blogs and they seem to recommend 'Ricepaper' as a staple eyeshadow to your collection. I don't think I have ever noticed this colour in MAC. It is a light goldish colour which swatches quite lightly on my skintone. Anyways I took the plunge and bought as I felt that it would be a great brow highlighter.

Sushi Flower - This colour is so pretty and moreso perfect for Spring/Summer. It is a silky pink with slight reddish undertones. I fell in love with 'Sushi Flower' when a friend of my came to stay and we were discussing our makeup collections. She showed it to me and told me that she tends to use it with MAC Paradisco which I also own. (Another beautiful colour!)

* Urban Decay Book Of Shadows Vol 3 Palette - You are probably going to think that I am crazy. I bought this just over two months ago and I have not opened it to swatch the colours. Why?! I have just been incredibly busy with my two jobs, driving lessons and bellydancing to even find the time to sit down properly, swatch and experiment! I was hoping on getting around to it this week since I am on half-term but other jobs have gotten priority..over makeup...yes I know! Another reason was initially I was unsure as to exchange it for the Naked Palette but I have decided that I have pretty much half the colours in my makeup collection. Also it is a permanent palette which I can purchase whenever I feel it is needed. I will definetly do a post of it when I get around to opening it!!

* Laura Mercier Secret Concealer - I have just finished my MAC Moisturecover in NW20 which I use as an undereye concealer. It is a nice, lightweight and blendable concealer but I was thinking that during the colder months the skin around my eye area can get dry, so I was on the hunt for a more moisturising concealer. I went to Bobbi Brown and Benefit but found that the consistency was too heavy and then decided to try Laura Mercier as I already own a few products from her range. I matched myself to Shade No 2 (depending on the MUA I prefer to match my own shade as too many a time I have walked out with a shade that does not match my skintone!) It is a perfect match and I have been using it since and I do like it. It is lightweight and easy to blend and works wonderfully with the LM Tinted Moisturiser.

So that was my haulage...I do have a few other things I bought whilst I was on vacation in Paris in the summer from the Oh So Amazing Sephora..yes!! I love Sephora and I can't believe they closed down in the UK :( Oh well maybe that calls for another post on my purchases!

Well earlier this week I popped into Superdrug as I was hoping to purchase Barry M's new Nail Effects but I resisted! Hmm...it kind of looked a bit tacky to me, maybe in another colour it would look nice but I wasn't liking the results. I fell in love with two other products, a new Lip Paint in 150, a gorgeous pinky brown shade perfect for autumn and the Glitter Eye Crayon in Bronze ( I know glitter can look so childlike sometimes but it was sooo pretty!!)

I was a very good girl and resisted buying any makeup, partly because I was looking at my makeup storage and thinking I sometimes buy on impulse, wear it a few times and then it's back in my drawer :( So I am really trying to make good use of my make up. I did buy a face scrub and eye cream for £3 from Superdrug's Vitamin E range which I love. I adore the skin oil which I usually use in the evenings and I honestly wake up with softer and smoother skin. I bought a face scrub because I am not completely satisfied with the Neutrogena 'Deep Clean' one I am using at the moment...it's just not gritty enough and I feel as though I need a grittier and creamier one especially for these cold months. I bought their eye cream mainly because as previously mentioned the skin under my eyes is becoming a little dry again because of the weather, but i will be mixing this with my Soap and Glory Eye Brightening Moisture Serum to illuminate them too.

I have changed my make up routine slightly as of last week so I will hopefully write a blog and post some photo's :)

Peace and Love

My Makeup Routine.

Hey my lovelies,
Sorry for such a delayed post things have been quite busy with starting a second job...
This post will be discussing my current makeup routine - products that I love using at the moment!

So after I have carried out my cleanse, tone and moisturise ritual I apply:



LM Oil Free Foundation Primer (please not I do not wear foundation...ever). A MUA in Selfridges tried this product on me when she was matching me to a TM and I just loved how flawless and smooth my skin looked. I apply a pea sized amount to my face to moisturise and allow it to sink in.



MAC Moisturecover Concealer NW25 - I use this for underneath my eyes as I find that it is light enough and provides an excellent eye brightening effect.



MAC Select Concealer NC42 - I will dab this on any marks or blemishes and it really does provide excellent coverage.



LM Oil Free Tinted Moisturiser in Sand - The consistency of this TM is in between thin/thick. I personally think it is just right as with other TM's I have found them to be too light and of an ashy tone. I absolutely love the coverage it provides as well as how flawless my skin looks after application. (Also I have had this TM for almost a year and use it everyday and I am just coming to the end now!)



Kryolan Translucent Powder - I used to work in a makeup boutique in Covent Garden, 'B Never Too busy To Be Beautiful' and my colleague recommended me Kryolan aka Charles Fox Shop behind London Transport Museum. I usually swirl my face powder brush into the lid and tap of the excess powder which is enough to set the TM. It's light, colourless and sets the TM beautifully resulting in a radiant finish.



MAC Paint Pot in Painterly - When I ran out of my UDPP I decided I wanted to see what all the hype was about MAC Paintpots - Painterly in particular being a 'fab' eye primer. I have to say I do like it. It does keep my eyeshadow looking fresh all day but I have had for just over 6 months and it seems like it's going a little dry.



MAC Paint Pot in Rubenesque - I LOVE this colour. It's so pretty and really compliments my skin tone which is fair-medium. I apply this with my finger as I find that I can blend it easily than with a brush, the application can be patchy.




Shu Uemura Drawing Liner in Black - Another product I highly rate. It is super smooth and a really intense black which glides on beautifully. I apply this with a fine tipped eyeliner brush I bought from the GOSH range in Superdrug.



Body Shop Eyelash Curler - I HAVE to curl my lashes and I really notice the difference when I don't. I can't compare as I have only used the Body Shop Eyelash Curler but it really is worth the investment :)



UD Big Fatty Mascara - I have been reaching out for this mascara at the moment. It delivers great colour, volume and curls wonderfully. I was a bit hmmm... about this mascara at first but I figured that it was how I applied it. Technique is so important!



UD 24/7 Glide On Eyeliner - Depending on my mood/outfit I'll reach for an UD 24/7 Glide on Eyeliner usually in a bright colour but lately I have been using Zero.



Nars Blush in Madly - This has definetly been my staple blusher for the past year. It is such a lovely colour - pinky brown and brightens up my complexion without a doubt. I love my blusher!!






Rimmel Lipstick in Foxy or Nude Delight - Again depending on my makeup/outfit I have been reaching for Rimmel's Lipstick in Foxy quite a bit and I love it. Especially if my eye makeup is neutral - a slick of Foxy looks lovely. If I wear colours on my eyes then I tend to use Nude Delight which is gorgeous!

I am so glad I have finally gotten around to completing this post. These are the products that I have been using pretty much for the past year. I do use other products in my makeup collection too but these are the ones I reach for mainly. Although I do have a feeling that now that colder months are here I will be changing my makeup routine - will keep you all posted though :)

*Please note that all photo's have been taken from google as I can't find my camera lead :( Hopefully will turn up soon!*

Peace and love,