Saturday, 17 December 2016
Sebamed Skincare
I have always had sensitive skin, that is very prone to eczema. There are a lot of products where even though they smell incredible they don't always agree with my skin especially my face. So i am always really choosy with my skincare especially facial products.
When I heard about Sebamed I was interested in taking a look at their products, their products all have a lower ph value which means that it is less drying and irritating to sensitive skin which is perfect for me
These were the products they they very kindly sent me, I have been using them for a couple of weeks to get a better feel for them.
The item I have got the most use out of has to be the lip balm this time of year is awful for my lips they dry out so easily so have been keeping this in my bag and it has been working wonders. It doesn't smell or taste of anything really, its just moisturising and stops me getting chapped lips in this cold weather.
The next item is the anti dry day defence cream. I have been using this as a base under my foundation for my day to day wear. It has been working great it keeps my skin moisturised but doesn't leave my skin too greasy and my makeup sliding off!! Again it doesn't have a scent to it really would say its similar smell to aqueous cream really.
The final product is the cleansing bar, I have normally stayed away from bars of soap, but was eager to try this from Sebamed, and again it left my skin feeling really clean but at the same time hydrated? If that makes any sense! It was great to use.
I am going to have a look into more of their products, you can check out more of their products here:
Friday, 9 December 2016
Pixi's Holiday Collection
I was lucky enough to be sent this lovely package from Pixi this is part of their holiday collection, and I had been so excited to giv these products a go!
This package included the Pallette Rosette which is beautifully packaged in their lovely green packaging. It includes 8x eyeshadows 3x brow shades and 3 different face shades a contour colour, a blush and a highlighter. I have to say I have been using these 3 powders so much since opening them. They are so blendable. I have found myself reaching for these more and more especially the contour powder it's the perfect shade for me! The eyeshadows are all really blendable and very pigmented, along with the eyebrow shades to the middle shade worked best for me.
There was also a mattelustre lipstick in the shade classic red this is a lovely cool toned red that is perfect for the festive season. It is matt but isn't drying as some can be. It has brilliant staying power I wore this on a trip to a Christmas market and it survived the mulled wine!
Next is a Endless Silky Eye Pen in the shade OpalOvercoat. This is defiantly silky it went on great and I have found that it sharpens well which is a pet hate of mine when I have a lovely pencil until the first time that you come to sharpen it!
Finally is the Fairy Dust favourites in the shade metallic warmth. There again are brilliant quality they are so pigmented and have very little fall out. I have always been wary of using pigments as I feel I could quite easily get into a mess but these are great and so easy to create looks that are perfect for the festive season!
You can purchase all the products I have mentioned plus more from theirs Bolidau collection from the pixi website here.
This was a look that I had created with the products except for the lipstick. This is my trusty Velvet Teddy by Mac as this was more of a daytime look. The products are great to switch between an evening or a daytime look just by changing a couple of things.
I also thought it was worth a mention that I got the eyebrow gel in my M&S advent calendar when I was trying these products, so it seeme a great opportunity to try it with their bow powders. I am wearing both in the imgw above and I think it just finished the brows off nicely. Even doesn't a good job of taming my brows and kept the look in place
Em x
Friday, 18 November 2016
Seventeen All Out Pout Lip Palette Woo Me
SEVENTEEN All Out Pout Lip Palette Woo Me
This is a beautiful looking palette A collection of 6 rich satin, gloss & glitter shades with applicator, mirror & get the look guide.
This palette contains the following colours:
- Glitter Gloss
- Bubblegum Pink
- Pastel Pink
- Fiery Fuchsia
- Glistening Nude
- Soft Mulberry
I'm not sure that I would class these as lipsticks as they have the consistency of a lip gloss but they are also very pigmented as a lipstick, they really are the best of both, which is amazing
How to Use
Create the perfect lips with our 4 top tips!
STEP 1
For best results apply using the handy lirrle lip brush inside - perfectly sized for precise lip application!
STEP 2
For longer lasting colour, blot your lips after application and then a apply a second layer of lipstick - this gives the colour more staying power!
STEP 3
To make lips appear fuller, dab your fave clear gloss in the centre of your top and bottom lips - SEVENTEEN Lip Lustre in Polished is perfect for this!
STEP 4
Apply a second contrasting colour on top of your lipstick from the centre outwards for an ombre effect lip look!
I love how compact the palette is, it is easy enough to take out and about with you, the lid is completely covered with a mirror which is a great added bonus
I also used this with Seventeen Lip Lustre lip glos, this made the look last a lot longer its not a sticky feeling gloss but does leave a very shiny finish which I am loving at the moment I seemed to have a fad on matte shades
You can purchase the range from Seventeen here at boots:
http://www.boots.com/en/SEVENTEEN-All-Out-Pout-Lip-Palette-Fancy-Free_1751108/
Em x
Friday, 4 November 2016
Regime London Deluxe Collagen
For the past couple of months, I've been taking the Deluxe Collagen supplements by Regime London and they have been working very well for me,
I was careful when I started taking them as I always am when taking something new so I took less than the recommended does, I was taking one twice a day at first I then upped this to two twice a day as I wasn't getting any side affects. I have sensitive skin so taking a smaller does is something that i would normally do anyway. These capsules didn't break me out at all, I didn't notice a difference overnight but you never will with supplements as they take a while to start working! Over a few weeks I found my skin feeling softer and looking more hydrated. I don't really have a problem with spots only getting the odd one occasionally, the odd one that I still got didn't seem to hang around as long though.
I highly recommend the Deluxe Collagen Supplements, and will definitely continue to use them. They're priced at £21.99 for 120 Capsules.
You can get them at Superdrug, HERE they are currently on their 3 for 2 offer!
Hope you find this review useful!
Em x
Friday, 28 October 2016
Dermamay
I have been trying out these patches from Dermamay.
There are two types the Bio Cellulose ones which Reduces puffiness and dark circles around the eyes. Bio Cellulose Eye Patches are adapted version of bio cellulose face mask especially for the eye contour. Active serum is enriched in decongestant, anti-puffiness and moisturising agents.
The second are the Hydrogel Eye Patches with Cornflower is a version of face mask for the eye contour only. They fit like the second skin. The active serum contains unique ingredients such as Cornflower Water, Hamamelis Extract, Eyeliss. They help to enhance the skin smoothness and elasticity. The skin is moisturized and under eye puffiness is reduced.
I found both types worked well for me they did make the skin under my eyes feel tighter and looking less puffy, I always have some bags under my eyes as I never do get enough sleep!
The patches are very easy to use I started out with a clean face and then gently cleansed my face. The patches come in a peelable aluminum sachet. Each patch is placed between the blue non woven and nylon. Remove the blue non woven and separate the two patches on the nylon tissue. Take a patch and immediately apply under the eye. Repeat the process with the other patch. Adjust and leave them for 10-15 minutes.
They were comfortable to wear some that I have worn in the past are not as comfortable to have on the skin. As these patches were so thin I hardly noticed that I had them on. They also stayed in place there was no slipping which meant that I could carry on doing what I needed to do while the patches worked their magic.
You can purchase the patches here along with their other products such as their face masks:
Em x
Friday, 21 October 2016
Salon Science Haircare
The lovely people at salon science sent me some of their items to try from their Repair and Radiance range
I have long waist length thick hair and I have put it through the mill a bit. Between blow-drys and straightening it it can become a bit dry!
The first product is the Re correct Leave In Conditioner. First off this smells amazing, I can actually smell the product for quite a bit after using it. I am a bit skeptical with some leave in conditions as I think they can weigh your hair down and make it look greasy. This was fine though it left my hair feeling great. I only used it on the mid sections of my hair down to the ends and it did leave my hair a lot more manageable and less frizzy. which is a great plus for me especially at this time of year!
Next I have the shampoo and conditioner this is a lovely lilac colour and it smells just as lovely as the leave in conditioner. I really like both of these products, the shampoo lathered up really well and the conditioner left my hair feeling silky smooth.
I tried their Smoothing Serum from the same range. I used this when my hair was damp I only needed a small amount, again I don't like products that will weigh my hair down. I then blow dried my hair as normal and curled it. The curls were lovely bouncy and glossy, it did stop the curls going frizzy which can happen once my hair has been curled for a while.
The final product that I tried in the range is the Thermal Cream. I think that this has to be my favorite item. I always try to use some sort of heat protectant on my hair and it nearly always has some sort of heat applied to it. This was brilliant the spray is really good leaving a fine mist which helps to evenly distribute the product. Again it smells amazing and did leave my hair feeling soft and kept the dreaded frizz at bay!! Hopefully this will help to protect my hair to.. It seems to be doing a good job.
You can purchase these from Boots, I have added the links below:
Em x
Friday, 14 October 2016
Mini Primark Haul
I had a trip to Primark recently, I didn't actually do that much damage for a change!
The first thing I picked up was these lovely pale pink ballet pumps. This probably isn't the time of year to be buying these pumps, but I think they will transition well to Autumn if paired with some tights, They can make a really simple outfit look put together by adding a pretty pair of shoes like these
Next up is this bardoe style top. I love the colour the image doesn't do this top justice, it is a lovely electric blue. I love the length of this on me, been a little on the short side tops can sometimes been too long this just comes down to my hips which I love. It doesn't seem to keep riding up either like some of the bardoe tops I have worn in the past. I have already worn this with some back skinny jeans and some heels for a lovely evening outfit.
These next to tops will be mostly for work, I love wearing floaty blouses they are just so easy to wear. I love the fit of the stripy shirt, this would look great dressed up or down. I would also wear this open with a tank top underneath. I will definitely be getting some wear out of these two!
I have heard great things about these PS Pro makeup sponges these do not contain latex and they are very similar to my beauty blender. It does look quite a bit smaller dry but when wet it does swell up considerably, although not quite as soft as my originally beauty blender, it is very close. I am very impressed I think for £2 you cannot go wrong!
I picked up a couple more lip liners, I tried one of these on a previous Primark trip and for only £1 I was very impressed so it would be rude not to get a couple more! The texture of these are amazing and they are so long lasting, really can't fault them for the price.
I also picked up one of the chunky lip crayons, I tried one of these before also and again loved the texture the last one I picked up was a bit dark for me was a bit of a mauve shade so I think this one is more me so I am excited to try it!
Em x
Friday, 7 October 2016
Threads Beauty Lashes
I have always loved experimenting with False eyelashes there have been many brands that I have tried some working for me better than others!
My long time favourite has been Red Cherry, I have been interested in finding a brand to rival them. When Threads offered me theirs to try I was a little excited to say the least!
I have had these lashes a while now, there are 9 in the collection and they very kindly sent me all 9 to have a play with
The first pair are Angel Eyes these I would say these are a more dramatic look they are different lengths, these are brilliant for an evening look.
The Emiloo lashes are probably the fullest pair in the collection they are very dramatic indeed, they are still comfy to wear, something which I have found to be an issue with some brands when they are a really full looking lash. I did have to trim these down to size a little as they were a bit too full across my whole eye.
Next are Be-Bop these are probably the ones that I have worn the most so far these are shown in the image below I feel that these are one of the most natural and easiest to wear more often. I wore these out to lunch and they were comfy and didn't budge
Rock Chic, these are a very natual looking pair of lashes, they are quite thin, making them perfect for day to day wear. The individual lashes are crisscrossed again, I think this is a great look for creating volume without it looking to full on.
Vavavoom. These lashes are also shown below these are also fairly natural looking, they are a bit longer than the Be-Bop lashes. I love how the lashes cross over each other, I think this gives them a really unique look.
The Charleston Lashes are probably the last pair I would describe as been natural looking for a daytime look.
Again these were very comfortable to wear. What I like about this set is that they are alternative lengths which really helps make them appear fluttery, which I love.
Next up Celestrial, these are a more natural look for the center of the eye then get a lot longer towards the outer corners, they are also thicker towards the edge. These are really good for making a cat eye effect.
Red Cherri, these are quite a voluminous lash, although the ends are more wispy. I would say these are somewhere in-between been natural looking and a full on lash look. These were the perfect length for me they didn't need trimming at all
The last pair are Sex Kitten. The again are a fuller looking lash where the ends are different lengths which I love, they to are longer at the outside corners making them look very fluttery.
Each pair comes individually boxed and with its own small tube of glue. To open it you have to twist the end off which I thought meant that I would not be able to reseal it and use it again, but this was not the case. You can turn the lid around and replace the lid the other way meaning you can have multiple uses out of the glue. The glue does have a perlecent blue sheen to it which I did find a bit strange. The glue does dry clear and is very strong an didn't irritate my eyes.
So far the most I have wore a pair is 4 times and they still look as good as new I think that as long as you take the time to take care of them after they have been worn. I use m Clinique makeup remover this seems to do a great job of dissolving the glue. I think most damage can be done in picking the glue off. I also find if you do not remove the glue the band becomes to stiff and they are not as comfortable for the next wear, this is the same for any false lashes I have wore!
Overall I would really recommend these lashes I cannot fault them
You can find them here:
http://www.threadsbeauty.com
Em x
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My long time favourite has been Red Cherry, I have been interested in finding a brand to rival them. When Threads offered me theirs to try I was a little excited to say the least!
I have had these lashes a while now, there are 9 in the collection and they very kindly sent me all 9 to have a play with
The first pair are Angel Eyes these I would say these are a more dramatic look they are different lengths, these are brilliant for an evening look.
The Emiloo lashes are probably the fullest pair in the collection they are very dramatic indeed, they are still comfy to wear, something which I have found to be an issue with some brands when they are a really full looking lash. I did have to trim these down to size a little as they were a bit too full across my whole eye.
Next are Be-Bop these are probably the ones that I have worn the most so far these are shown in the image below I feel that these are one of the most natural and easiest to wear more often. I wore these out to lunch and they were comfy and didn't budge
Rock Chic, these are a very natual looking pair of lashes, they are quite thin, making them perfect for day to day wear. The individual lashes are crisscrossed again, I think this is a great look for creating volume without it looking to full on.
Vavavoom. These lashes are also shown below these are also fairly natural looking, they are a bit longer than the Be-Bop lashes. I love how the lashes cross over each other, I think this gives them a really unique look.
The Charleston Lashes are probably the last pair I would describe as been natural looking for a daytime look.
Again these were very comfortable to wear. What I like about this set is that they are alternative lengths which really helps make them appear fluttery, which I love.
Next up Celestrial, these are a more natural look for the center of the eye then get a lot longer towards the outer corners, they are also thicker towards the edge. These are really good for making a cat eye effect.
Red Cherri, these are quite a voluminous lash, although the ends are more wispy. I would say these are somewhere in-between been natural looking and a full on lash look. These were the perfect length for me they didn't need trimming at all
The last pair are Sex Kitten. The again are a fuller looking lash where the ends are different lengths which I love, they to are longer at the outside corners making them look very fluttery.
Each pair comes individually boxed and with its own small tube of glue. To open it you have to twist the end off which I thought meant that I would not be able to reseal it and use it again, but this was not the case. You can turn the lid around and replace the lid the other way meaning you can have multiple uses out of the glue. The glue does have a perlecent blue sheen to it which I did find a bit strange. The glue does dry clear and is very strong an didn't irritate my eyes.
So far the most I have wore a pair is 4 times and they still look as good as new I think that as long as you take the time to take care of them after they have been worn. I use m Clinique makeup remover this seems to do a great job of dissolving the glue. I think most damage can be done in picking the glue off. I also find if you do not remove the glue the band becomes to stiff and they are not as comfortable for the next wear, this is the same for any false lashes I have wore!
Overall I would really recommend these lashes I cannot fault them
You can find them here:
http://www.threadsbeauty.com
Em x
Friday, 23 September 2016
Esqido Lashes
I was lucky enough to receive these gorgeous lashes from Esquido. First off i need to talk about the packaging is absolutely beautiful the box really has such a lovely high end feel to it there is a card sleeve then the box has a magnetic flap to reveal the gold inside the box. This box is great for re-using the lashes they easily go back into the box, I have had a few wears out of these lashes so far and they are still going strong! It claims that they can be used up to 25 times which is way more than other lashes I have tried. The glue comes in its own seperate box. It is a large tube that holds a considerable amount of product.
The lashes are made from Mink I have found these to be the softest type of lashes that I have tried, and I have tried a few! They are much more comfortable to wear, and they bend to the curve of you eye better meaning that you do not get that annoying end of the lash sticking up!
The Mink is ethically sourced which means that though they are made from real mink fur it is collected from natural shredding of the animal, meaning that no animals are harmed in the making of these lashes.
They retail at between $34 and $42 which does sound pricey for a pair of lashes but when you consider that you can get 25 uses out of these it isn't bad at all.
Visit their website to check out their range: https://esqido.com/
Em x
Friday, 16 September 2016
Eden's Semilla
I was asked to try and review these new essential oils from Eden Semila. I received 12 oils in total
You can purchase these sets via their Amazon Store.
- Set 1 – £7.50 + £2.85 p&p
- Set 2 – £7.50 + £2.85 p&p
- Individual Oils – £1.99 – £4.49 + £2.85 p&p
The twelve essential oils that are in the collection contain 12 of the most popular plant extracts.
➭ Lavender (Diffused / Drops) – Helps to reduce stress and tension➭ Cinnamon (Diffused) – An antibacterial air cleaning➭ Bergamot (Diffusion) – As an insect repellent➭ Pine – (Diffusion / Drop) Natural deodoriser for air and textiles➭ Sandalwood (Drops) – For festive ceremonial occasions➭ Sweet Orange (Diffused) – A natural sweet air freshener for the home➭ Peppermint (Topical) – For soothing aches and pains➭ Eucalyptus (Diffusion) – To aid respiration and calm coughs and colds➭ Tea Tree (Diffused) – Helps cleanse air from mold and pathogens➭ Frankincense (Topical) – General skin care and premature ageing➭ Rosemary (Mixed) – All round use commonly mixed with other oils➭ Lemon Grass (Topical) – Antibacterial and skin healing properties
These are all high quality therapeutic oils they are amazing quality you can tell this from the consistency of they oils they are quick thick. They smell very strong and natural there is nothing artificial about them!
There are so many ways you can use these essential oils. Pinterest have a lot of great ideas for using essential oils. I have tried some in a diffuser or even in the bath. They can easily be added with water in a spray bottle and you have an instant room fragrance
The eucalyptus one has been great at helping with a stuffy nose!
If you purchase these as a set they come in a lovely sleek matt black box each contating 4 essential oils. Each oil is in a glass bottle with a sturdy lid. They pour really well to dispensing drops at a time so there is not mess or wasted product
Overall I really love these oils and looking forward to finding even more uses for them.
Friday, 9 September 2016
Jurlique Skincare
I received this beautiful package from Jurlique skincare. First off how cute is this packaging!
The first item is this rosewater balancing mist. Again the packaging is so lovely. It's so girly me all over.
The bottle itself is made of glass and this is the perfect travel size. It smells amazing. I generally love the smell of roses anyway but this is such a refreshing scent. I used it as a toner after I had washed and cleansed my face and if left my skin feeling so hydrated and soft and of course smelling amazing.
Next up is his travel size hand cream. Perfect for handbags or on my case I keep it on my desk at work.
I will defiantly be having a look into the rest of their range as I have been impressed so far by these
Em x
Friday, 2 September 2016
FFS Friction Free Shaving
I have seen a lot of different makeup and beauty subscription boxes but I have never seen a subscription service for shavers!
Friction Free Shaving or FFS deliver razors to your door from £3 per month. They come in the packaging below. The first one comes with the handle and 4 blades one per week so it is a monthly box.
Once you have received your first months box you can have the refils sent to your door each month. This is great if like me you forget to buy your refils and end up tying to shave with a blunt blade!! No one wants a shaving rash!!
The handle itself was beautiful. I had the gold one it feels so sturdy like men's shavers not like the flimsy plastic women's ones. It also does have the added advantage of looking good in your bathroom!
The blades themselves glide brilliantly. The one I chose had 5 blades and left my skin feeling silky smooth and no shaving rash!
Check out FFS here:
*PR Sample
Friday, 19 August 2016
Jessup Makup Brushes
I was sent these beautiful makeup brushes from Jessup. This was a 15 piece set. The brushes themselves look georgeous and they are so soft!
1.Powder :
Brushes length:18.7cm
Tip length: 4.5cm
Tip width 4.5cm
Handle type:Wood
Hair type : Synthetic hair
Use this brush to do a final dusting
2.Blusher:
Brushes length:18cm
Tip length: 3.7cm
Tip width 3.5cm
Handle type:Wood
Hair type : Synthetic hair
Apply at the apple of the cheek and work back towards the hairline in circular motions.
3.Buffing
Brushes length:16.5cm
Tip length: 2.3cm
Tip width 2.5cm
Handle type:Wood
Hair type : Synthetic hair
Use this brush to blend foundation into the skin for a seamless complexion.
4.Contour brush
Brushes length:16.2cm
Tip length: 1.5cm
Tip width 3.2cm
Handle type:Wood
Hair type : Synthetic hair
Can be used with contour stick or matte cream bronzer under the cheekbone to define the shape of the face.
5.Angled face
Brushes length:16.3cm
Tip length: 2cm
Tip width 3.2cm
Handle type:Wood
Hair type : Synthetic hair
The circular shape is foolproof for applying cream blush.
6.Foundation
Brushes length:17.3cm
Tip length: 3cm
Tip width 2cm
Handle type:Wood
Hair type : Synthetic hair
Build coverage where needed or stay as sheer as you like.
7.Fluffy Shadow
Brushes length:15.7cm
Tip length: 1.6cm
Tip width: 1.4cm
Handle type:Wood
Hair type : Synthetic hair
Ideal for finishing the eye by blending all shadow together so there are no harsh lines.
8.Small Shadow
Brushes length:15.6cm
Tip length: 1.1cm
Tip width 0.8cm
Handle type:Wood
Hair type : wool
Applies shadow with perfect control for more detailed areas.
9.Blending
Brushes length:15.7cm
Tip length: 1.8cm
Tip width: 1.3cm
Handle type:Wood
Hair type : Wool
Application and blending of powder products
10.Crease
Brushes length:15.4cm
Tip length: 1.3cm
Tip width: 0.7cm
Handle type:Wood
Hair type : Synthetic hair
Using a deeper shade in the crease with create the illusion of depth.
11.Precision Smudge
Brushes length:15.5cm
Tip length: 1.1cm
Tip width: 0.5cm
Handle type:Wood
Hair type : Synthetic hair
Using the lip brush allows you to control the level of application from sheer to heavy coverage.
12.Smudge
Brushes length:14.7cm
Tip length: 0.6cm
Tip width: 0.5cm
Handle type:Wood
Hair type : Synthetic hair
When smudging out pencil liner be sure to wipe off brush with a tissue in between smudges. This will help you achieve the smokey effect and not a color overload.
13.Angled liner
Brushes length:15cm
Tip length: 0.7cm
Tip width: 0.5cm
Handle type:Wood
Hair type : Synthetic hair
Can use wet or dry with powder liners. Using wet will achieve a bolder effect.
14.Concealer
Brushes length:15.4cm
Tip length: 1.4cm
Tip width: 0.6cm
Handle type:Wood
Hair type : Synthetic hair
Dip brush in cream product and apply where needed.
15.Spoolie
Brushes length:16.5cm
Tip length: 2.5cm
Handle type: Wood
Hair type: Fibre
Great for trimming brows! Use the spoolie to brush up brows and then trim longer hairs with a nail scissor.
These really are amazing for the price. They are a lot softer than I expected and I didn't have any issues with fall out. They all blended the products really well, and are comparable with some of my more expensive makeup brushes
Em x
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