A Pearlescent Daisy: September 2013

Monday, 16 September 2013

Boots Haul

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I've been very restrained with my shopping recently, and when you live five minutes away from Boots, It's not easy. So as I have been so good, I thought I'd treat myself to a few little things and as the make up was on 3 for 2, I really couldn't resist.

Max Factor Wild Shadow Pot in Burnt Bark - £4.99
There are thirteen shades in the Wild Shadow Pot Collection so it took me a while to choose just one, but, eventually I decided on Burnt Bark which is a gorgeous shimmery taupe shade and I thought it would make a great everyday colour. These are highly pigmented and can be worn on their own or applied with a wet brush for a more vibrant, bold look.

Max Factor Wild Shadow Eye Pencil in 05 Caramel Rage- £5.99
I've been loving eye shadow pencils recently, they're great for when you're feeling a bit lazy and just want a quick sweep of colour over your lids. These are gel based pencils that can be used as an eyeliner or a shadow. They have a creamy texture that glides on smoothly and blends out really nicely. It applies quite sheer but can be built up for a more intense colour and has a nice amount of shimmer.

Maybelline Colour Tattoo in Metallic Pomegranate - £4.99
I have a few of these already and absolutely love them. I'd had my eye on this shade for a while and as the make up at Boots was on offer, I thought it was the perfect excuse to add it to my collection. It's a gorgeous metallic burgundy colour with a slight brown tint. The colour tattoo's apply really nicely and are highly pigmented. The best thing about these is that they really do last all day without any smudging whatsoever.

Bourjois Little Round Pot Cream Blush in 03 Rose Tender - £7.99
This is a gorgeous cream to powder blush that applies smoothly. This shade is a lovely soft pink with a pearly finish which leaves a subtle glow to your cheeks. It's the perfect shade for a casual everyday look. I also really like the packaging, they're a perfect size for travelling and there's a cute little pink gem on the side.

Maybelline Brow Sculpting mascara in Dark Blonde - £4.99
I've finally found a colour that matches my eyebrows! I've tried everything, powders, pencils, pens, nothing ever seems to look natural on my brows, until this. It has a ball brush which is designed to contour the perfect brow. This is great for when I just want to fill in a few gaps but keep a natural brow.

Superfacialist Vitamin C+ Dark Circles Eye Cream - £12.99
This is a very hydrating cream, with a subtle orange smell. I really like Superfacialist and as I'm always on the hunt for the perfect eye cream, I can't wait to start using this.

Superfacialist Vitamin C+ Skin Renew Cleansing Oil - £10.99
The smell is amazing. It's really orangey and refreshing. It contains advanced vitamin c+ anti-ageing and skin lightening complex which aims to help protect, brighten and strengthen the skin. I'm looking forward to adding this to my skincare regime.

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Tuesday, 10 September 2013

Bag Lady

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From Top Left To Right

Beige Lace Tote Bag - £13.99 / Ebay

Colour Block Winged Mini Tote Bag - £12.50 / Tesco

Black Tassel Fringe Bag - £6.14 / Ebay

Black Studded Tote Bag - £11.49 / Ebay

Bags are definitely my weakness. My cupboards are stuffed full of bags with smaller bags inside, but yet I still cannot stop buying them. I'm a bit of a hoarder when it comes to the contents of my bag, I like to carry everything I could possibly ever need with me on a daily basis, so it's very rare you see me with a little clutch. My recommended items on Ebay mainly consist of bags as I can easily spend hours on the internet just browsing through all the pretty bags. Here are just a few of my favourites at the moment, which I think will probably be making their way into my collection.

xXx

Monday, 9 September 2013

The Elixr Of Life

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I've been on a bit of health kick recently, and one of the best ways to make yourself look and feel better is surprisingly easy. Just drink more water. Water is known as 'The Elixr Of Life'. In traditional chinese medicine, a sufficient supply of water is known as an energizer, which promotes health. Apparently you should drink 1.2 litres (2.5 pints) of water a day. It's been a lot easier then I thought it would be, I like to squeeze a bit of fresh lemon juice into the water to add a little taste. I've been doing this for about a month now and I've already noticed a difference. My skin is a lot clearer and brighter, my hair and nails seem healthier. I have more energy and I feel a lot more hydrated then I did when drinking just fruit juice and fizzy drinks. There are loads of benefits to drinking more water. Here are my top five reasons to swap a glass of coke for an iced water.

1. Improves Skin Complexion

Water moisturises your skin keeping it soft, smooth, clear and hydrated. It helps the skin's circulation giving you a natural healthy glow.

2. Improved Immunity

Drinking water helps to fight against colds and flu. It prevents salts accumulating in the kidneys which forms kidney stones and maintaining a regular water intake will help prevent headaches, as the most common cause of headaches is dehydration.

3. Increased Energy

Keeping your body hydrated allows it to work at it's full capacity, keeping you focused, and helps to be more alert.

4. Promotes Weight Loss

Drinking plenty of water fills you up, therefor reduces hunger and intake of food. Dehydration makes it harder for your body to break down fat cells, so keeping hydrated by drinking water helps raise your metabolism.

5. Makes You Happy :)

Water encourages the flow of nutrients and hormones around your body, releasing endorphins that make you feel happier.

xXx

Friday, 6 September 2013

Review: Balance Me Daily Essentials Balancing Moisturiser

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As I came to the end of my Liz Earle Moisturiser, I noticed my skin wasn't looking quite as bright as normal and my forehead was getting a little bit oily, so I decided to change up my routine a bit. I was umming and ahhing over which moisturiser to try ( Origins Ginzing and Pai Avocado & Jojoba hydrating day cream being the two that took my fancy) , when I noticed Balance Me freebies in last months Glamour Magazine. There was four different samples to choose from so I picked the Daily Essentials Balancing Moisturiser to tide me over until I made my decision.

I've been using this for a few weeks now, but after just a week my moisturiser dilemma was sorted. It has a gorgeous floral scent and is thick and creamy in texture which is perfect for me as my skin is on the dry side. It sinks in nicely and doesn't leave my skin greasy at all and it has definitely reduced the oiliness on my forehead. It leaves my skin feeling really soft and smooth. I like to use this in a morning as it makes a perfect base for applying makeup.

Balance Me is a nice natural brand, free from nasties and is full of vitamins and anti-oxidants. I'm definitely going to purchase a full size tube and will be trying out more from this brand.

xXx

Sunday, 1 September 2013

Review: Origins High-Potency Night-A-Mins

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Origins High-Potency Night-A-Mins - £34.00 / Origins

Origins is one of my favourite skincare brands, especially their moisturisers. The High-Potency Night-A-Mins is full of goodness to help reduce dull, tired skin. Vitamins C, E and H are packed in, as well as minerals and moisture-rich replenishers. As my skin can get a bit oily sometimes I decided to go for the oil-free version. The first thing I noticed was the gorgeous, rich scent that smells like chocolate orange creams. It has a slight gel consistency which glides on smoothly, and sinks in to the skin really nicely. First thing in the morning my skin looks bright and hydrated.

I've really been enjoying using this moisturiser and seeing the results of doing so.

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