Review: Liz Earle Lash Definition Smudgeproof Mascara in Black

When it comes to mascara I buy a new one every 3-6 months for hygiene reasons. I don't want to get a nasty eye infection again. It happened to me before and I spent Christmas 2010 looking very unattractive, with a swollen eye and in tears. Remember ladies - Don't use old mascara!!!
Today I am reviewing the Lash Definition Smudgeproof Mascara from the Liz Earle Colour Collection.

 

Liz Earle Lash Definition Smudgeproof Mascara in Black* 8ml £14.50 link

"Our unique mascara is water-resistant, flake-free and long-lasting, and glides on smoothly to perfectly define each lash. The specially designed brush allows you to make the most of even the shortest lashes, helping to create length and definition. Enriched with natural source vitamin E.
Our multi award-winning Cleanse & Polish Hot Cloth Cleanser gently and swiftly removes all traces of face and eye make up, including our water-resistant mascara. Available in two shades."

This mascara is perfect if you are looking for more volume and length at the same time, without looking unnatural. It gives my lashes nice definition and doesn't go clumpy. I got it in Black, but it is also available in Brown. It stays on my lashes all day, without flaking or smudging and holds the curl quite well. My lashes are very dark and thick naturally, so I only need 2 coats to get the desired volume. I always apply one coat, let it dry and apply another thick coat. This mascara is waterproof and enriched with vitamin E. It is easy to remove with any eye make-up remover but I would recommend Liz Earle Cleanse and Polish - it is very gentle and suitable for sensitive eyes.

GORGEOUS BAGS featuring Michael Kors, Paul Smith and Marc Jacobs

Hello everyone! Happy MONDAY!
I mentioned before that I am addicted to handbags. I own over 50 of them and I am running out of space. It doesn't stop me from buying more though :) I look for any excuse to buy a new bag. I was browsing through Jules B website and I found beautiful Michael Kors and Paul Smith bags. To be honest, I didn't know that Michael Kors designs beauties like this. The striped Paul Smith bags would be perfect  for  a holiday.
I also went back to Cruise website and noticed Marc Jacobs handbags on sale.
I always dreamed of the Petal To The Metal Nude Natasha Bag. It is such a beautiful, feminine design. The bowling bags are lovely too, I already own a gorgeous Gucci monogram bowling bag in white and red and it is one of my favourite handbags. The pink and coral tote bags would be perfect for a holiday. They are very spacious and the colours are vibrant and summery. Are you a fan of designer bags?

MICHAEL KORS and PAUL SMITH

 

CLICK HERE:

1.Michael Kors Tan Large Bedford Bowling Satchel £269.74

2.Michael Kors  Black Bedford Bowling Satchel £230.97

3.Michael Kors Dove Large Snake Bedford Bowling Satchel Bag £221.97

4.Paul Smith Libby Tote Bag in Pink £176.99

5.Paul Smith Libby Tote Bag in Purple £176.99

MARC JACOBS

CLICK HERE:

1. Marc by Marc Jacobs Take Me Fluorescent Pink Tote Bag £120.00

2. Marc by Marc Jacobs Petal To The Metal Nude Natasha Bag £225.00

3. Marc by Marc Jacobs Werdie Transparent Lined Coral Pink Tote Bag £135.00

4. Marc by Marc Jacobs Eazy Monogrammed Hazelnut Brown Bowling Bag £99.00

5. Marc by Marc Jacobs Eazy Monogrammed Black Bowling Bag £165.00

6. Marc by Marc Jacobs Eazy Monogrammed Beige Bowling Bag £99.00

NOTD: Essence Glamorous Life 91

Another swatch from my collection. A gorgeous vibrant pink with a little bit of pink shimmer. I really like Essence nail polishes, they only need one coat and don't chip for at least 3 days. It's a shame they are not available in UK. They cost less than £1 a bottle! I was lucky to receive some from lovely Ana a while ago when we did a beauty swap :) have you tried Essence before?

What I did on my Birthday :)

I promised to show you some snaps from my Birthday, so here they are :) We went for a meal to F&B and had our favourite food :) When I had a look at the bill I nearly got a heart attack, but... nevermind... It was a treat for me from my husband. We usually have lovely meals in the house, because it is better value for money and we can get anything we want. We both love to cook :)

I was struggling to leave my baby boy with his grandparents for 3 hours, because I am a very obsessive mummy, I never leave my  baby with anybody! He is 1 year old and spent 10 hours in total without me :) I know...I am crazy, but I just love him to much :) anyway... He really enjoyed time with his grandparents and their little doggie and I enjoyed a nice meal with my husband. Believe it or not- this was the first time we went out since Zac was born!!! Yes, we are 25 and we do not go out ever, we are boring and we like it! Even before we got married and had a baby, we never went out to parties, we preferred romantic meals, days out and holidays.

PS. I don't drink alcohol often, only on special occasions, so I will have about 2 drinks and crush out :) haha, I can't handle a drink at all :) 

THANK YOU FOR ALL THE BIRTHDAY WISHES! YOU GUYS ARE AMAZING!!!!!!

I AM 25 TODAY!!! :)

Hi everyone! So... Today is my 25th birthday! I am getting old :) haha. We are going out for a meal and will probably have a few cocktails in the evening. Oh, and Zachary slept  till 9.40 today!!! I mentioned on Twitter that he must be psychic and that it was his personal gift for me :) I actually woke up before everybody else :) Anyway, I am wearing my hair extensions from www.hairtrade.com and spent an hour styling my hair! I will be reviewing them in a couple of days. I also got my OASAP package yesterday with a couple of gorgeous necklaces. I am wearing one of them today. I love it!!! Have a lovely Sunday and thank you for all the birthday wishes!!!  xoxo

APPLES & CUSTARD WITH A PURPLE GLITTER TOP COAT

Just a quick NOTD post. I am in love with this combo- Ciate Apples and Custard with a purple glitter top coat. The effect is very interesting.
PS. See my update on the Ciate nail polish here.

FOTD gold & black smokey eye and DuWop Private Lipstick in shade Private Red

Black and gold must be my favourite combo when it comes to eye makeup, jewellery, outfits... everything! the contrast between them is beautiful and somehow there is a harmony too :)
I used Eldora Eyelashes with Gold glitter...again :) When I first got them I didn't plan to use them for daytime looks, but they actually look ok worn during the day. I don't usually pair smokey eye with a bright lip, but I love the way DuWop private lipstick adjusts its colour to my skin tone! I will be reviewing it separately next week. I love it!Happy Friday!!!

FACE:Inika Mineral Foundation powder in shade Nurture, collection 2000 concealer, Liz Earle Healthy Glow Powder Blush in shade Nectar. EYES: Urban Decay Naked Palette/shades Half baked and Creep, Bourjois liquid eyeliner in black, BodyShop eye pencil in black, Eldora eyeslashes, Liz Earle Mascara in black,  LIPS: DuWop private lipstick in

NOTD: CIATE PAINT POTS APPLES & CUSTARD 056

Apples & Custard must be my favourite Ciate nail polish. It is similar to Barry M Mint Green , but it is much darker and more green.  It is a beautiful shade and only needs 1 generous or 2 thin coats to provide a perfect, opaque and glossy finish. It is streak free and dries quite fast. I am very impressed with it! If you are looking for a perfect Mint Green that doesn't look blue, you won't be disappointed with this one!  I noticed that in dark light it looks much darker, but in daylight it is definitely a mint green colour. I mentioned how much I love the bottle design in my previous reviews, but I just can't stop admiring the cute bow and the shape- gorgeous!

Ciate Paint Pots - Apples & Custard 13.5ml* £8.50 link

EDIT: On the picture above I used fake nails that were white and I think it affected the colour and with one coat the green looked much lighter than on my natural nails. I am adding pictures of the nail polish on white paper so you can see how it looks like, also a close up of the polish on my natural nail.
As you can see it depends on the light. The day I painted my nails with Apples and Custard for the first time it was very bright and the colour looked much lighter to me.

in daylight, on paper

in daylight on natural nails, without a top coat