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Tuesday, September 08, 2015

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Paco Rabanne Lady Million Perfume

Monday, August 31, 2015

Before I start this review we need to take a moment to admire how beautiful and flawless this packaging is...

Paco Rabanne Lady Million (EDP, 50ml) £52.50

"The Lady Million woman creates a flamboyant couple with the 1 Million man."

After the popularity of the male edition the 1 Million Man. Two years after, Lady Million was created and was released in 2010 inspired by wealth and gold. Obviously I am 5 years late with this review however, if one has been thinking of buying it (for 5 years) this post could help them when making their decision.

This perfume was kindly gifted to me from my dad. I guess being a 'daddy's girl' has its perks! He brought it when he was in South Africa for work, he mentioned that the lady who worked in the Harrods store recommended it to him. Lets just say she has great taste or maybe she gets commission because this perfume is on the pricey side, retailing at about £52.

Paco Rabanne Lady Million (EDP, 50ml) £52.50

The luxurious gold box - personally I love it. I am naturally attracted to gold things especially when it comes to buying jewellery, I think it looks great against my skin tone. I know sometimes gold can look tacky on perfumes but Paco Rabanne has done a good job with the Lady Million. It's so beautiful! I don't think I'm going to throw the box away, it will look great on my desk.

The diamond shaped bottle is so unique and different compared to other perfume bottles. Most perfume bottles tend to have a geometric shape. I love how the name of the perfume 'Lady Million' is embalmed at the top of the bottle. It adds that extra quality, which makes me believe you get what you pay for with the Lady Million.

Paco Rabanne Lady Million (EDP, 50ml) £52.50

Now, on to the most important aspect of the perfume. The scent. This perfume has a very grown up sophisticated scent however, it also has a fruity/floral element to it.This is what I tend to look for in perfumes which is why I am a fan of ESCADA perfumes. I am not an expert with picking out particular perfume scents. So click here to find out the different notes in the perfume.

I think this will be a perfect scent to wear during the autumn time. I can see myself spraying this all over my scarf when the weather gets colder as we go into September tomorrow.

What perfumes are you loving & which ones do you have your eye on ? Leave a comment below.

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D.I.Y Lemon & Sugar Scrub For Face & Body

Friday, August 07, 2015

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Face Masks

Wednesday, July 29, 2015

POLYVORE

In 'My Skincare Routine' post I mentioned that I would do a post on my favourite face masks. So as promised here it is! Face masks offer you a wide range of skincare benefits with just one application. It can moisture, clarify, lighten, soften, the list goes on about the wonders it does to your skin. You can guarantee to find a face mask that caters to every skin type or issues you can think of. Here are just a few face masks that I use and are working amazingly on my skin.

Neutrogena Visibly Clear 2 in 1 Face Wash Mask

£3.79 *price from Superdrug

This product can be used in two ways however, I mostly use it as a face mask."The soft clay based formula absorbs excess oil and unclogs pores to purify skin deep down." This is perfect for my oily skin type and problematic pores on my nose.I apply a thin layer of the product on my face and leave it on for 5 minutes. During the 5 minute wait I experience a cooling, tingling sensation that really relaxes and distress' me. After that I wipe the mask off with a worm wash cloth and ta-da! Beautiful soft skin.

The Body Shop Warming Mineral Mask

£11

This mask is a very popular product with beauty bloggers and is one of The Body Shop's 'Beauty Gems'. I decided to give it a try after hearing good things about it from Patricia Bright . The mask cleans out my pores and cleanses my skin. This product is for all skin types and warms up when its in contact with wet skin. It amazes me how this product heats up on my face every time I use it. I thought it will cool down after every use but the warmth in the mask is consistent which is GREAT! I also noticed that the mask makes your nail polish matte by rubbing the tiniest amount on your dry nails. This is a weekly treatment and I use this when I am in the shower.

Avon Pore Penetrating Black Mineral Mask

£5

This is another pore unclogging mask of mine. The pores on my nose are one of the many issues I have with skin, so I need to stack up these product to get rid of them. However, my skin is getting better! This is from the 'clearskin' rage by Avon. The mask goes on black and dries grey when its ready to be rinsed off. When the mask is drying it really tightens your skin and you can see all the dirt from your pores come out to the surface of your skin. Again, I use a warm wash cloth to remove the mask revealing noticeably smaller pores and soft skin.

Avon Blackhead Eliminating Deep Treatment Mask

£3.50

I have to admit that this mask is the one that I reach for the least, now thinking of it I can't recall the last time I used it *hides face*. I am still going to talk about it though! This is another Avon mask from the 'clearskin' range. It is similar to the black mineral mask above, in the sense that it changes colour when it dries. In this case the product changes from blue to white. I remember it taking 10 - 15 minutes to change colour. Which, I think is why I don't use it as often as the others. I am a very impatient person so I love a quick 5 minute mask that improves my skin. I feel like it takes ages to change colour, but each to their own I guess. In addition to the arguably long wait, it does sting/irritate my skin in some areas (mostly the areas with hyper-pigmentation) but it is not unbearable. As for 'blackhead eliminating' I'm not too sure about that on the other hand, it leaves my skin feeling refreshed, soft and smooth - like the others...

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Shopping Haul

Thursday, July 23, 2015

POLYVORE

Here is what I have bought collectively in the past 2 weeks...

I had to get a back up of my favourite red lip stain from Bourjois. I pair this with either Chestnut Lip Pencil or Nightmoth Lip Pencil from MAC to create an ombre effect. This is a popular trend that many people have been doing.When I wear this out I get complements about my lip colour so I know that this combination works well which is why it has become a staple that I add to my makeup.

Topshop jeans have become my favourite jeans so far. Their high waisted jeans are tailored to my body shape (thick thighs & small waist) therefore, there will be no embarrassing bum crack exposure 'aint nobody got time for that'. I stay away from low rise jeans because of that. I did not know about Topshop jeans untill The UglyFaceOfBeauty's 'Jeans for curves' video and the rest is history.

The other items are just added for outfit/lookbook inspiration and are currently on my wishlist of things to buy. These items where found with help from Polyvore.com. This website is like a social media platform for style ideas which simplifies online shopping by bring all the stores to one place. Follow my account here.

I don't usually shop in Next because I think of it as a 'Mums' store. However, I got dragged in there by my mum (SHOCK!) - she wanted to use her birthday voucher. They were doing a sale and I saw a pair of smart, suede, pointed flats with accents of gold on the wedge. They are a great pair of shoes to wear to work and can be a nice addition to a simple outfit.

H&M is my favourite place to go for basic pieces alongside Primark however, H&M has that extra quality to their clothes. I have been eyeing this leather jacket for a while because having a good leather jacket is an essential in your wardrobe. I was finally able to buy it after getting some extra money for my birthday and I LOVE IT!

Black Textured Crop Top

£7 - Miss Selfridge

Biker Jacket

£30 - H&M

MOTO Black Jamie Jeans

£40 - Topshop

Next Slither Wedge Pointed Shoes

£16 - Next

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Bourjois Rouge Edition Velvet lipstick

£9 - Boots

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My Skincare Routine

Thursday, July 16, 2015

A selection of my skincare products.

When it comes to having a flawless make-up look its all about your base, which is your skin. Looking after your skin is very important especially for me, still being a teenager I am prone to having regular spots pop up now and again in addition to having large pores on my nose. Finding a skincare routine does take time as you have to do a trail and error with many different products to find the ones that collectively work for you. The products shown in this post are what has worked for me so far however, I do not shy away from trying new things for my skin. The majority of these products are reasonably priced and are easy to find in your local store if you what to try them out after reading this post. However, I will have a link to where you can buy them online.

IN THE MORNING...

The Body Shop Vitamin C Microdermabrasion

After I hop into the shower and wet my face with water I put a small amount of The Body Shop Vitamin C Microdermabrasion in my hand. I apply it to my face using circular motions. I mostly focus the product around my nose and cheeks to remove any dead skin cells. The vitamin C in the product helps brighten the skin whereas, the fine exfoliating micro particles leaves the skin feeling soft and smooth. I use this product 2 - 3 times a week.

I also made another - much more cheaper alternative for a facial scrub with the help of a few items from the kitchen. I got this trick from a Youtuber and Blogger Farah Dhukai and adapted it to my liking. I will be doing a DIY post about how to make my facial scrub in future.

Lancôme Gel Eclat 125ml

You can use this product for both morning and night. It has a very luxurious spell which you would expect when buying from the Lancôme brand. The foam is so fine that it penetrates the pores and relief's it from any impurities and toxins. Leaving you with radiant clean skin ready for the day ahead.

Nivea Creme

This is my favourite cream I use for my face in the morning. The Nivea Creme is quite thick and very moisturising therefore it might be too heavy for some people. However, even though I have oily skin it has been great product for me so far and actually makes my foundation application easier in addition to using a primer. I bought this cream after hearing Amber Rose mentioning that she uses it in an interview at TheBreakfastClub I decided to give it I try. Her natural skin is flawless under her make-up so this product is a good buy.

IN THE EVENING...

I think one of the most important things about wearing make-up is to take it off before you go to bed. Yes, it can be very hard especially near the end of the day you just want to collapse on your bed and hit the lights out. However, sleeping with all that dirt and make-up on your skin will not do you or your pillow case any favours in the morning.

Simple Kind To Skin Cleansing Facial Wipes

I use the Simple wipes to remove the first layer of make-up from my skin. I find this product very good for my sensitive skin. Simple is well known for its alcohol, perfume and colour free products that are 'kind to skin'. I like to store my make-up wipes upside down to make sure all the moisture is evenly distributed on each wipe. You'll find if you don't do this that the last wipes tends to be more dryer than the others.

CLEANSERS

After that I then go on to use a cleanser to help me remove the majority of my make-up. I have a few that I choose from:

Nivea Sensitive Cleansing Milk

Emma Hardie Cleansing Balm

Camomile Silky Cleansing Oil

Simple Kind To Skin Cleansing Lotion

The Nivea and Simple cleansers are both very lightweight products and do not irritate my sensitive skin. I put a generous amount of the product onto a cotton pad and massage it into my skin. I find that I have to repeat this step with these products as some make-up is still left on my face.

The Body Shop Camomile Cleansing Oil is so gentle on the skin and gets the job done with only one application. I use my hands to massage this on my face.Then, I soak my muslin cloth in hot water and squeeze out the excess to wipe off the product.

The Emma Hardie cleanser is the most expensive out of all of them. However, you get what you pay for with this product because it feels so luxurious on the skin and quickly removes all of your make up. In addition, after I take the cleansing balm off with my muslin cloth I notice that my pores get smaller and my skin is overall smoother.

Garnier Fresh Essentials Invigorating Toner

I use this toner with a cotton pad to remove any make-up that might have been left on my skin. This toner has pro-vitamin B5 and fruit water that removes any impurities and dead skin cells that can cause uneven skin. It also has a refreshing scent that is pleasant on my skin and does not cause any irritation.

Bio Oil

I originally bought Bio Oil to fade my stretch marks which unfortunately did not work however, I tried it on my face to see whether it would fade my blemishes. After 2 weeks of using it consistently, I noticed that my skin tone had become more even. A small amount of this product goes a long way. I only use 2 drops of this product and it covers my whole face. I use Bio Oil before I go to bed so my skin can take in the moisture when I am sleeping. Due to me having oil skin it is not great to use it in the morning, especially if you are going to put on your make-up afterwards.

I hope you enjoyed learning about what skincare products I use as I get asked this frequently. Keep your eyes peeled for a post on my favourite face masks I use and a DIY on how to make a face scrub will be posted soon. Make sure you subscribe to a newsletter so you get notified via email about every new post that goes up.