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Wednesday, 24 February 2016

February BirchBox Review!

So I read on someone else's blog something called BirchBox which is a monthly subscription and you get beauty gifts sent to you each month. I used to subscribe to one called Glossybox but didn't feel as though the products were worth it so I switched. I finally got my box in the post today and loved the products I got!

I love the little box I received. The packaging is so cute and it comes with a little fabric bag inside the box containing all the products. I actually got a whopping 50% discount off so my first box came ot only £6 which is a steal!
You also get a little booklet inside telling you about each of the products and also any competitions and also discount codes for referral.

The first product I received was a full sized Tapered Powder Brush by Spectrum collection. (RRP £7.99). This vibrant hand-finished brush makes light work of powder application (whether that's setting powder, shimmery highlighters or your fave bronzer) thanks to the precisely-shaped tip and super-soft tapered bristles. Oh, and it's absolutely gorgeous! Dust the brush across your chosen powder then apply to your face where needed - the small head means you can super precise!

The second product is One and Done Shadow Stick in Perfect Cents by LOC (RRP £8). STOP PRESS! What you are about to experience is Birchbox's in-house make-up brand that I am SO excited to share with you. So what can you expect? Up to 11 hours of creaseless, waterproof colour in one handy stick, that's what. This nifty formula has been created by Birchbox's in-house product development team to eliminate the need for multiple brushes, blenders and primers and deliver effortless on-trend colour in one easy swipe. Apply all over your lids and blend with your fingertips for a soft, smokey look - or use as a bold liner.

Product number three is Lumiere d'Hiver Super Comb Prep & Protect by Number 4 (RRP £20). Treat your hair to a little TLC with this does-it-all wonder product. Not only does it strengthen and repair tired strands but it de-tangles and tames flyaways too - and all without sulphates or parabens! That's what I call a win-win. Spray evenly through towel-dried hair, comb through and style as normal.

Number 4 is Nature's Remedy Balm by Pommade Divine (RRP £19.80). Made with up to 97% natural ingredients, this multi-purpose balm has already caused quite a stir in the beauty industry (and for good reason!) it repairs and nourishes troublesome areas in a flash to leave skin calm and comfortable. Apply liberally to any problem spots (lips, scrapes, elbows - wherever!) and reapply as needed.

The fifth product is Fleur de Vigne Shower Gel by Caudalie (RRP £9). Formulated for even the most sensitive of skin types, this delicate body wash is enriched with calming aloe vera and fragranced with uplifting white rose, rose pepper and grape blossom for a relaxing shower. Lather onto damp skin then rinse away.

Last but not least we have Notting Hill Femme Eau de Parfum by English Laundry (RRP £46). A brighter more feminie take on their classic men's fragrance, this fresh scent blends fruity notes of mandarin and cassis with hints of warm wood and vanilla. Bliss! Spritz it onto your wrists, behind the ears and along the collarbone for all-day fragrance.

Tuesday, 23 February 2016

Anastasia Beverly Hills Contour Cream Kit Review

Ever since contouring became in-fashion in the makeup world, I wanted to bag myself a decent contour kit. I did purchase a powder based one from Makeup Revolution but it just didn't blend as I wanted it to. I thought why not treat myself and I had a look at ABH. I found they had a contour cream kit rather than a powder one and I just had to buy one and have a look myself.



I bought the fair colour as I'm quite fair skinned and thought it would be perfect. It comes with 6 shades to highlight and contour with and they're all creamy and blend easy with a blending sponge (I use Real Techniques).
The shades are called (Top left to bottom right) Soft Light, Lustre, Fair, Fawn, Shadow and Mink. I mainly use Soft Light to conceal in a way (as I then use Mac highlight on top. I recently did a review on this) then Shadow for contouring. These cost around £40 and due to them being American based if you do a search with UK at the end there are few places that sell. Cult Beauty is the place I got mine from.

Monday, 22 February 2016

Mac Mineralize Highlighter Review

I've found it! I've finally found it. THE perfect highlighter in the world (well so far). I've been testing out different highlighters that won't either wash me out or make me look too orange and I came across Mac Mineralize Skinfinish highlighter. The colour is named 'Soft & Gentle' and I have to say it's the perfect mix of peachy pink colours.



 You can buy this amazing highlight from Mac for around £24. It is definitely worth the money as it lasts a while and is super pigmented so you don't need a lot.


I apply this using a Mac 184 duo fibre fan brush to my cheek bones, tip of the nose, chin and forehead. Basically all the usual highlight places. It gives your a skin a soft dewy finish.

I swatched this so you can see above how beautiful and shimmery the highlight is. Let me know if you have any other amazing highlights as I'm always looking for new ones!