Nails Inc. Bluebell

I got this nail polish as a magazine freebie. Unfortunately the neck of the bottle snapped yesterday :( It is not the first time it happened to me, weird...

The formula is very streaky! I had to be very very careful and precise to get a smooth finish. After a few attempts I finally managed to get an ok finish, but still a little bit streaky.  It needs two coats and the drying tome is about 10 minutes.  I really like the colour- a lovely shade of pastel blue/lilac. 

Stila lip twinset review: Demi-Crème + Shine

Hi everyone! Today I am adding a quick review of another Stila bargain I got from TKmaxx. I absolutely love this little duo!

STILA LIP TWINSET: DEMI CREME+SHINE IN DEMI TULIP link

I couldn't  find it on Stila's website, but I found a link to it on ebay for £4.99. The Demi Creme has got a matte finish and you can use it on its own if you like this kind of look. The same applies to the lipgloss, it can be used on its own, the finish is glossy and it gives my lips a lovely shine. I use both sides together, the Demi Creme first and lipgloss on top. The colour is a lovely shade of pink, very vibrant. I like the formula, it's not sticky at all and doesn't  leave my lips dry. I am very pleased with this purchase. It came in a set of 3 Stila products for £7.99. Great bargain.

Essie Super Bossa Nova Swatch and great news :)

Here is the last swatch from my Essie purchases. This colour is called Super Bossa Nova :) I love the name! It is a bright fuchsia pink with a delicate purple/pink shimmer. The formula applies beautifully but unfortunately the drying takes ages. Don't worry, the Sally Hansen Insta-Dri will rescue you :)
I needed 2 thin  coats to get an opaque finish. I am an Essie convert and I want to spend all my money on their nail polishes! :) haha

Neal's Yard Remedies organic makeup range review. Lip Gloss, Eyeshadow, Bronzer and blusher

I became a big fan of mineral and organic makeup lately, so I was really excited when  I was kindly sent some Neal's Yard Remedies  products to try out. I received a lovely Lip Gloss in shade Goji Berry, Mineral Pressed Eyeshadow in Silver Birch, Mineral bronzer in shade 51 golden bronze and Mineral Blusher in shade 54 peony.

SILVER BIRCH MINERAL PRESSED EYESHADOW 2g* £11.50 link

I am very impressed with this eyeshadow. First of all it is a lovely colour. I like grey, silver and black shades for a smokey eye look. Most of the time I use this eyeshadow allover my lid and add a light shade in the inner corners of my eyes and on the top of the lid. I didn't use a primer and it stayed on all day without creasing. Depending on the brush I was using, there was a little bit or a lot of product fallout, so I used an ordinary eyeshadow applicator and there was no fallout at all. You can go for a more natural look if you apply it lightly or if you like a smokey eye look it can be done as well, as the colour goes to a dark grey if you apply more product or use it wet. It gives a nice shimmery finish and looks lovely.

GOJI BERRY LIPGLOSS 15ml* link

 The formula of this lovely lipgloss contains antioxidant white tea, essential fatty acid-rich Organic Beauty Oil, organic sweet orange oil, conditioning organic castor seed oil and beeswax, to nourish, nurture and protect. The colour is a beautiful pink shade and looks very natural on my lips. If I apply it lightly it gives a nice wash of colour, but if you apply a generous amount, the colour becomes a more intense, almost berry shade. The formula is very smooth, not sticky at all and it smells lovely- very fruity/citrusy. It also tastes slightly citrusy :) Yummy! It is highly moisturising and leaves my lips very soft. It is packed with organic oils to protect and nourish.  No parabens. No silicones. No carmine

MINERAL BRONZER IN GOLDEN BRONZE 5.5G* £16.50 link

This bronzer is perfect for summer, it is very light and gives my skin a lovely sun kissed look. I use it allover my face with a powder brush or a kabuki brush, to get a bronzed look, or with a contour brush if I want to accentuate my cheekbones. Applied in the morning, it should last all day, unless you are exercising :)  I really like using mineral powders and bronzers, because they are full of goodness for my skin. The formula features antioxidant white tea, sweet almond, sunflower and avocado oils and organic shea butter, to soothe, moisturise and protect your skin.

MINERAL BLUSHER IN PEONY 6g* £16.50 link

Made with an organic corn starch base, enriched with antioxidant white tea and acai, sweet almond oil, avocado oil and shea butter this blush is a real treat for the skin and it looks lovely on the cheeks too! It is a very subtle shade of pink and looks very natural on my skin tone. It gives a nice matt finish, but adds a nice glow to my face, which is always a bonus with mineral makeup. 

Overall, I am really impressed with NYR's makeup offerings and my skin is loving them too!

*PR samples

Herbalife NouriFusion Multivitamin Cleanser review

Hi everyone.

I received this cleanser last week and I have been using it every day since (3-4 times a day). You will probably think... Why would I wash my face so many times? Here is the answer: When the weather is so hot, my face goes extremely oily and I need to wash it a couple of times a day. If I don't - I feel horrible. Normally I would use it twice a day (morning and evening).

 

HERBALIFE NOURIFUSION MULTIVITAMIN CLEANSER 200ml* £15.65 link

"NouriFusion® Multivitamin Skin Care Made with vitamins A, C and E and skin-enhancing herbal ingredients, the NouriFusion® line combines the best of science and nature to help give you beautiful, healthy-looking skin. This gel cleanser is for Normal to Oily skin. It contains Tea Tree and Eucalyptus Oils, to effectively remove make-up and dirt."

It is a great cleanser, for normal, combination and oily skin. It removes every bit of dirt, leaving my face feeling very clean. Just like I said before, I have been using it a couple of times a day, due to the hot weather and I really like the effects. The smell is very refreshing, perfect to wake me up in the morning, or give my skin a boost of energy during the day. 

The packaging is very simple. It comes in a big white bottle with a pump, making it easy to use. For £15.65 you get 200ml of product, so it's quite a lot compared to most cleansers. The ingredients include Vitamin A,C and E to give your skin a boost of moisture, promote cell renewal and regulate pigmentation.You can visit Herbalife website if you would like to see their full NouriFusion range here.

I found a link where you can buy it from ecrater here (it's not available on the Herbalife website).

*PR sample

My latest 5 minute DIY - cute flower headband

I made this cute flower headband today to match my new DIY skirt. It is really simple.

1.You will need a plain headband, ribbon or a long strip of fabric, thread and needle (or glue) and some plastic flowers to attach to the headband.
2.Wrap the ribbon around the headband, securing it with thread or glue.
3.Make a flower out of leftover ribbon (any shape you want) and attach the plastic flowers.

Antipodes Reincarnation Pure Facial Exfoliator Review

Hi everyone! Today I am reviewing another Antipodes product. It's the Reincarnation Pure Facial Exfoliator. I already reviewed two fantastic Antipodes face creams here and I am starting to fall in love with this amazing natural and organic brand and there is more reviews to come :)

Antipodes Reincarnation Pure Facial Exfoliator 75ml* £20.99 link 

'Antipodes Reincarnation Pure Facial Exfoliator contains 100% pure avocado oil, marigold flower, tonka bean and sandalwood. It helps to lift away lifeless skin, leaving a fresh complexion that feels reborn. Healing calendula oil works to nurture and repair, while carrot seed extract helps clear and revitalise skin's surface. Exotic essential oils of sandalwood, sweet orange and tonka bean calm and balance your skin's appearance.'

Since I started using Liz Earle Cleanse & Polish with a muslin cloth, I stopped using exfoliators, but after a couple of months I decided that my skin needs something more to remove dead skin cells 2-3 times a week. Most face scrubs are very harsh on my skin, but this one is very gentle! It also smell really nice. It is not a strong fragrance, but a very pleasant fruity aroma.

The formula is very creamy and contains micro jojoba beads that are so small that you can hardly notice them. I can feel them on my skin, but thy are not scratchy at all. The scrub leaves my skin clear and fresh and the calendula and avocado oils help to keep it soft and nourished. 

I use it on dry skin to get a better effect, but if your skin is sensitive, always make sure your face is wet prior to exfoliation. Massage it into your face and rinse with warm water. I always sweep my face with a cotton wool pad soaked in a gentle alcohol free toner after exfoliating and follow with a nourishing moisturiser. 

This exfoliator must be the best one I have ever used. It is gentle, smells lovely and does exactly what it says on the tin :) 

*PR sample 

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Review: Stila Convertible Color Dual Lip and Cheek Cream in Gladiola

Tonight I will tell you a little bit about my experience with Stila. I have never heard about the brand until I started looking for an illuminating foundation. I bought the foundation from Buyapowa and when I received it I wasn't happy, it was half empty and the formula was weird, with bits of oil and some dried up product as well. I sent it back and got my money back. It's a shame, because I really wanted to use it.
When I was shopping in TKmaxx I came across sets of Stila makeup for £7.99 and £9.99! I couldn't resist it and I bought 2 sets. Five products in total. It was a great bargain. The shades were a guess, because of the cardboard packaging, but I took the risk. I got a foundation, concealer, lipgloss, lipstick and convertible color cream. Today I am reviewing the Convertible Color Dual Lip and Cheek Stain in a very bright shade- Gladiola.

 

STILA CONVERTIBLE COLOR DUAL LIP AND CHEEK CREAM in GLADIOLA 32g £16.00 link