Vichy Dermablend Covermatte Powder Foundation review

I have always loved the Vichy Dermablend range and have been using their original foundation for over  a decade, so I am so, so happy to have the Vichy Dermablend Covermatte Powder Foundation*(£20.00) as an option for touch ups on the go or an allover flawless base when I want extra oil control- perfect for this hot weather!

Lancome Teint Idole Ultra Wear Sticks review

I don't own many stick foundations, so I was very excited to try these Teint Idole Ultra Wear Sticks*(£27.00) by Lancome. I have two shades - one base colour, which can also be used as a concealer and one dark shade which I have been using as a bronzer and contour.

Lancome L'Absolu Glosses

Lancôme was the first high end brand I have ever tried as an adult and I wore a lot of their makeup on my wedding day, so it has always been pretty special to me. Back then, I used to be obsessed with lipglosses and their Juicy Tubes, so using a Lancôme lipgloss always makes me feel very sentimental. The new L'Absolu Glosses feature a beautiful non sticky formulation and they look gorgeous on the lips. If you are a fan of the glossy look, keep reading.

Giorgio Armani Ecstasy Shine Lipsticks

I am a huge fan of Giorgio Armani lip products, especially the incredible Lip Magnets, so I was really excited to try the new Ecstasy Shine Lipsticks*(£29.00). Using matte lipsticks all the time can be a bit drying for the lips, so it's important to switch things up and go back to more hydrating formulas like this one. Can you see the gorgeous shine? 

FENTY Beauty review

Just when I started moaning about being stuck in a makeup rut, Rihanna launched Fenty Beauty  and I was loving makeup again and actually looking forward to playing with new products. I never buy into the celebrity hype, but with the gorgeous formulas and focus on a flawless base, I just couldn't wait to see what the hype was about!

Charlotte Tilbury Hollywood Collection

I am a huge fan of Charlotte Tilbury products and I am absolutely loving the Hollywood Collection. I have one of the Matte Liquid Lipsticks, the Contour & Beauty Light Wands and the Complexion Brush. Spoiler alert- they're all amazing!

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Urban Decay Naked Heat review

I have been dying to try the Urban Decay Naked Heat Palette*(£39.50) and I am not gonna lie - it was sooo worth the wait! It was very hyped up and has the perfect colour selection for my skin tone and eye colour and I am simply in love!

Lord & Berry Timeless Kissproof Lipsticks

Are you over liquid lipsticks yet? No? Me neither! I never will be to be honest. I just love long lasting, super pigmented, smudge proof formulas and these Lord & Berry Timeless Kissproof Lipsticks*(£15.00) offer just that. I am impressed!

Shimmer and Glow with Tropic Skincare

 Even though the Summer is almost over, I am not ditching shimmering body oils, golden highlighters and SPF. I love a bit of glow, regardless of the season and SPF is essential all year round as well.

Too Faced Love Light Highlighter in shade Ray Of Light (review +swatches)

As a self confessed highlighter addict, I get far too excited about trying new options. This Too Faced Prismatic Love Light Highlighter*(£25.00) in shade Ray Of Light has been my go to for the past two months and I cannot get enough of it! Even my 2 year old is obsessed and asks for 'sparkle', haha.

Current BareMinerals makeup favourites

I am a huge fan of bareMinerals and I use their makeup every single day. From their foundations, to powders, lipsticks and eyeshadows - they offer so many amazing products, I don't even know where to start! They're just an incredible brand. 

Beau Belle Rose Gold Makeup Brush Set

I have a huge collection of brushes, but this Beau Belle Rose Gold Makeup Brush Set*(£59.95) must be the most beautiful design yet. The rose gold handles are so pretty and I adore the white travel pot the brushes came in.

Lancôme Monsieur Big Mascara review

I have been a huge Lancôme fan for over a decade and I adore their skincare and makeup. Plus my favourite foundation is the Lancôme Teint Miracle, so I am always keen to try new products from the brand. My latest makeup crush from Lancôme is their new Monsieur Big Mascara*(£21.00) and I am not the only one loving it, as it's getting loads of fantastic reviews! Well... see the before and after and decide for yourself!

Lancome matte shakers review

I adore matte lipsticks and lip stains, so I couldn't wait to try the new  Lancôme Matte Shakers*(£19.50). First of all - they are super cute, but most importantly... they have been on my lips almost every day in June! I am soooo impressed!

Too Faced Born This Way Concealer review

Whether I am trying to cover dark circles, blemishes or discoloration, I good concealer is a must have in my makeup bag! I have a few favourites and the Too Faced Born This Way Concealer*(£20.00) is one of them.

Bobbi Brown Art Stick Liquid Lip in Papaya

As soon as the weather gets warmer, I tend to opt for bolder, brighter colours. It applies to my wardrobe and makeup and I just adore the Summery vibes! The Bobbi Brown Art Stick Liquid Lip*(£21.50) in Papaya is a perfect option, if you love corals and the formula is lovely too.

Too Faced Sweet Peach Collection Review + Swatches

Oh, how I love a good old makeup review.  Today I have the beautiful Too Faced Sweet Peach collection to show you and oh my.... it is stunning! The packaging, the SMELL (yep!) and the formulas. I am in love!

Current Makeup Favourites

Since Zac started school back in August last year, I started wearing makeup daily (Mon-Fri). Mostly, because I have scarring and blemishes, but I also just love makeup and it makes me feel better. Here are some of my current favourites that I've been reaching for most days.

Too Faced Melted Matte Lipsticks

After a week off, I am back with a beauty review. Yay! I've been using the Too Faced Melted Matte Lipsticks*(£19.00) for the past few weeks and I am really loving the shades I picked. The formula is lovely as well and I adore the packaging!

NYE Makeup Look with bareMinerals

I was planning to share this makeup look during the festive period, but I was completely out of the full blogging thing and haven't even logged into my dashboard. I think it's a nice look for New Year's Eve though, so I decided to share it anyway. I created it with some gorgeous bareMinerals products I've been using for the past few weeks.