L'oreal Caresse in 07 Cheeky Magenta - Review

So after hearing at least 10 reviews on this product and numerous more on this particular colour I thought it looked like the perfect lip product for me.

It's not quite a lipstick with full impact colour, but a balm type lip product which still packs a punch in the colour department.
Cheeky Magenta (07) was the colour that drew my eye after seeing swatches from other blogs and it looked like the perfect bluey pink which I feel suits my skin tone best and I've been lacking on wearing pink recently so thought it would be the best spring/summer colour - if the weather EVER brightens up.

So is all the hype true?
YES!!!

This product is literally amazing, and I can't wait to get more when I get paid at the end of the month.
The consistency of the product is smooth, creamy and nourishing to the lips.
I find it does work as a lip balm but not as well as a product simply for this purpose.

Packaging wise I feel the lipstick looks expensive with packaging that is sturdy and won't pop open in your bag.
The fact the top and bottom also represent the colour inside makes it great to find when in a rush instead of opening all your lipsticks up (which I find myself doing too often, especially with Barry M's).

Swatch of Cheeky Magenta 07 - L'oreal Caresse

The staying power is not as good as your usual lipstick, however this is due to the sheer colour and nourishing purposes, it stays on for around 2 hours before needing a top-up, however if you were eating/drinking you'd probably need to reapply straight afterwards.

In cooler lights the blue tones of the pink really come out to play.

In warmer light it comes across as a bright pink.

Overall I feel this is going to be a firm favourite in my collection and as I said I can't wait to try out more in the range and for £7.99 I think this product is totally worth it, as I know I'll get through it during the warmer days !!

What are your thoughts on the L'oreal Caresse range? What colours are your favourite?

JEEZ LOUISE WHERE HAVE I BEEN?!

You may be wondering where I have been for all this time and I asking myself that very same question!
Considering that I have been finished from uni/exams/coursework etc I should have totally been updating this blog of mine daily, however I have been letting myself down and getting caught up with other things.

So this is a little promise not only to myself, but also to anyone out there who cares,
I AM BACK.

I have made a little list and I will be blogging about;

• Changes in my skin care (which have cleared up my skin massively)
• My quest for long thick hair
• My new job !
• Updates about life itself.
• Make up reviews
• Outfits I loveeeeeee

Speak to you shortly ;)
BYEEEEEEEEE!!!

Leopard Print Maxi/Midi OOTD

Outfit;

• Leopard print midi (but maxi-ish on me due to being 5ft1), Topshop
• Totes amaze bracelet, Miss Selfridge
• Wishbone charm bracelet, bpeacockdesign (aka my shop) [link]
• Black gem ring, eBay
• Tan drawstring bag, New Look
• Black belt, New Look

Make up;

• Gold eyeshadow, Ruby & Mille
• Scandaleyes mascara, Rimmel
• Blush in Babypink, W7
• Age renewal foundation in Classic Beige, Rimmel
• Maybelline material girl lipstick, number pictured.
• Wet N Wild lipgloss in Sun Glaze.

MUA Nectar Shade 16 - Lipstick Review

So today I put this lipstick on, as I've had it a few weeks now but haven't really tried it out.
Today when I glided it on I realised what a gorgeous colour it is, especially for a £1 lipstick so decided it would be great to review it for all of you.

MUA is a bargain beauty brand from Superdrug and most products are priced at just £1, like this lipstick.
I am a fan of their products, although some are really representative of their £1 price tag, others are good in quality and stand up there with lines such as Barry M and Rimmel.

This lipstick is called Nectar and in bullet form it looks like a dark peach colour, however when swatched or put onto the lips it comes out as a sheer orange which feel moisturising and it easily buildable for a more pigmented finish.

Due to the sheerness it has a glossy finish which means you wouldn't need to put lip gloss or balm over the top of the lipstick, though I would ensure that your lips are well moisturised before application as many MUA lipsticks, whether matt or gloss finish tend to cling to any dry patches on your lips.

Overall I think this is a gorgeous summer colour and would look FAB with a tan, thumbs up to MUA for creating another gorgeous lipstick with a small price tag.
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Sleek Divine eyeshadow palette in Oh So Special 658 - Review

Sleek is fast becoming one of my favourite make up brands, the products just seem to stand out in their gorgeous chic black packaging and the quality for the price is amazing!!

When I saw this eyeshadow palette I couldn't help but purchase it, I am a big fan of neutral colours, and also enjoy a brown smoky eye, perfect!!!

From left to right:
Top:- Bow, Organza, Ribbon, Gift Basket, Glitz, Celebrate
Bottom:- Pamper, Gateau, The Mail, Boxed, Wrapped Up, Noir

As you can see the colours are pigmented well and the variation of matte and shimmery colours means you could go from day to night to dramatic in a matter of seconds!! Swatches for you below :)


Overall it's a great buy, for those who like to stay neutral and those who love to be dramatic, there really is a shade for everyone !
Available from Superdrug for £6.49, go get yours now !!

Have you ever tried any of the Sleek eyeshadow palettes?
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MUA Nail Polish Shade 24 Review

The other day I decided there was a colour I did not own in my ever-growing nail collection, and that colour was a lilac.
Now I have always wanted Berry Ice Cream from Barry M, but I only buy Barry M when it's on 2 for £5 and I don't currently have £5 to spend on a couple of nail varnishs so I decided to have a look into my favourite cheap brand of MUA.

As a brand where most products are £1, if it's rubbish quality, well it was only a pound is my thinking.

So I went to Superdrug and found the colour I was looking for, Shade 24, a lovely lilac looking polish.

The colour is absolutely gorgeous, and so far I have only been wearing it since yesterday but I have been out last night (drinking, oops) and usually any nail polish I wear chips but this one has stayed completely intact so the wear (so far) seems pretty good !

The only complaint I would make it the consistency of the product, when applying I found it hard to get a good amount of polish onto the brush and it went on quite sticky and I didn't find it easy to spread across the nail, however, I may have just got a bad bottle who knows?

Overall, for £1 I think this is a pretty good nail varnish, the first of MUA I have had and I am not disappointed!

7/10!
What do you think? Would you recommend any other shades?

MUA Bare (Shade 14) lipstick review + OOTD

So MUA is one of my personal favourites for cheap make-up that has quality!
When I saw they had a new shade along with giving their lipsticks names and not just numbers (which is great) I couldn't resist, especially with it being called Bare, and I love love love nude shades recently.

The coverage of this lipstick isn't the best after one coat, but after a couple of coats it really shows the amazing shade it can reach and would be a perfect shade for most skin tones.

The smell of the product isn't unpleasant but it doesn't really smell of anything familiar either.
Overall I am rather taken with this product, I tend to wear it often within the daytime and can see myself having to purchase another in a few months time considering it's only £1 I feel I can use it as often as I wish !

The lasting power of this lipstick is also good, as a slightly matte finishing product it gives around 3 hours coverage before needing to be reapplied !!
Personally, I would recommend everyone to get this beauty :)
What do you think?

In terms of my outfit today, it was nothing special, I decided to be a tad gothic and went for all black!!
Sorry for the blurriness, my camera seems to not have a stability mode, or maybe I just can't find it? ahhaha
Hope you like my comedy moustache ring !!

• Black t-shirt, Topshop
• Black leggings, New Look
• Gold peace necklace, Claires
• Moustache ring, eBay
• Eye ring, Topshop
• Cross bracelet, ASOS

Fur Coats for Winter Weather

• Great Lash mascara, Maybelline
• Bare lipstick - Shade 14, MUA

• White/Gold watch, River Island
• Red Arty ring, eBay

• Leopard print fur coat with pom poms, Topshop
• Bisous tee, Topshop
• High waisted denim shorts, Levis
• Purple tights, Marks and Spencers
• D&G cashmere cardigan, Charity shop in Chelsea
• Gold studded suede boots, Dorothy Perkins

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Red bottoms and lipsticks (as per)

Hey everyone, so just a couple of updates really with a couple of OOTD's and some new make-up!!

Today, i've been freezing and so I chose to wear my favouritist cardigan.
Also, as you will notice in my outfits I am loving coloured bottoms atm, just jazzes outfits up!
Please excuse my leopard print socks in this outfit, I was actually wearing my docs, but had just taken them off !

• Cardigan, Marks & Spencers
• Pacha vest, Ibiza
• Wine leggings, Missguided.com
• Necklace, Marc Jacobs
• Socks, Tesco

Took a trip to superdrug and as a personal fan of cheap make-up I was very excited to see the new MUA lipsticks, and decided to treat myself to a couple.
The colours which I have here are Nectar - Shade 16 and Bare - Shade 14.
MUA lipsticks smell gorgeous and although these two are a bit more glossy than I would prefer they still stay on for quite a while considering they are only £1!!

Me wearing Nectar above (I am wearing it over Barry M 101 - Marshmallow which is why it doesn't look too orange). Love it loads.

Also got a couple of new Rimmel lipsticks as I couldn't resist, these are lasting fix and as seen are gorgeous natural colours which would go with any outfit or make-up look.

Another outfit from the other day !!

• Black tee, Topshop
• Red jeans, New Look
• Studded loafers, eBay
• Peacock necklace, eBay
• Ring, Hedkandi
• Nail Varnish - Mushroom, Barry M

Hope to post again to you soon now I have found my rechargeable batteries!!

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