It's Time For A Clear Lipgloss Revival

Credit: Andres Hernandez

One of my earliest beauty memories is sitting at the back of the classroom and digging deep into my school bag to find my ultimate 90s beauty companion - clear lipgloss. 

I was obsessed with it. I'd go through tubes and tubes of the stuff, buying a new one every few weeks with my ever so precious £5 weekend pocket money. Whether it was a tube, pot or rollerball, if I didn't have it I wanted it. It made me feel like a rebel, sticking two fingers up to the no-make up rule, thinking I could fool the teachers with my glistening pout. It didn't work so well on the day I tried purple mascara for the first time, but that's a whole other story.

My ultimate favourite clear lipgloss was the Bourjois Effet 3D, closely followed by the L'Oreal Glam Shine pot. And I always remember being envious of those who could afford Dior's Addict Ultra Gloss.

But where has my old beauty friend gone? Why have I neglected it all these years? 

It wasn't until I saw someone on the tube applying the gloss of days gone by that I found myself feeling nostalgic. 

Ladies, I think it's time for a clear lipgloss revival. Because really, what's not to love?

Join me, and let me know what your favourite clear lipglosses were/are!

What's your earliest beauty memory?

Soap & Glory Launches Girl-O-Whirl

Christmas is upon us and so is this fabulous multi-product Girl-O-Whirl make-up kit from beauty lovers' favourite quirky brand Soap & Glory. 

Say hello to six eyeshadows, six lipsticks, the Thick & Fast Super Volume mascara, a Sexy Mother Pucker Gloss Stick in Nudist, a highlighter and shimmering bronzer, and three essential make-up brushes for daily application.

You'll be able to get your hands on Girl-O-Whirl at Boots for one week at £19, starting from 15 November. After that, it will go up to a whopping £40. Get your purses ready ladies!

All About Autumn/Winter Red Lips

Nothing says timeless, iconic beauty like a bold red lip, and I'm loving bright and sultry shades this season. I'm definitely guilty of over-buying lipsticks in claret, postbox and bloodstained hues, and in this post I will be sharing with you five of my current favourites.

1/Max Factor Color Elixir Lipstick, Ruby Tuesday
This is by far my favourite red lipstick - it's matte but moisturising, and has the kind of red shade that can make any eye sparkle and lip pop. Ruby Tuesday is my go-to lipstick for meetings, nights out and for days where I fancy dressing up a bit.

2/Rimmel London Lasting Finish Matte Lipstick by Kate Moss, Shade 107
Since trying out the Hourglass Opaque Lipstick in Iconic, I'm absolutely in love with wine red lips. The Rimmel Kate Moss lipstick in 107 has a sultry, playful shade to it and is great for everyday wear in the Autumn and Winter. The packaging is also really cute and compact. 

 

3/Revlon ColorBurst Lip Butter, Candy Apple
Revlon's Lip Butters are a big hit with beauty lovers and rightly so - every colour leaves your lips looking smooth, plump and tinted with just the right amount of colour. Candy Apple is so easy to wear and apply, and it's perfect for application on the go. If matte lipsticks scare you and you'd prefer to have a smooth and soft red lip, I'd highly recommend this Revlon Lip Butter. 

4/MAC Matte Lipstick, Ruby Woo
Every MAC lover will know about Ruby Woo - it's a classic bright filmstar red and one of the brand's most popular lipsticks. This one's a bit of a make-up staple, but you need to exfoliate and moisturise before application so that chapped lips and dry skin are kept at bay.

 

5/Vaseline Limited Edition Paint The Town Red Lip Balm
Paint The Town Red is the latest limited edition lip balm from Vaseline and it's a great one at that. You don't need much to get a bold colour and a little bit goes a long way. It's an affordable, fun alternative to the classic red lipstick and is also very handbag-friendly.  

What's your favourite red lipstick? xxx

Currently Obsessed With #5 Wet N Wild Juicy Lip Balm

 If you're looking for a subtle wash of colour, soft lips and a dupe for Revlon's lip butter in Candy Apple, the Wet N Wild Juicy Lip Balm in Cherry is the one for you.

I love this balm because it combines one of my favourite lip shades (red) with one of my favourite fruity scents (cherry) and leaves my lips glossy and moisturised. 

It also comes with SPF 15, which is always a bonus, especially when we don't protect our lips from the sun as much as we look after our faces and bodies.

If I had to say one negative thing about it, the colour doesn't last very long. However, for about 2 or 3 quid, I really can't complain. For me, the colour is a bonus. If it leaves my lips soft and smells good, that's all I need.

What's your favourite lip balm? xxx  

Street Beauty #2 Romantic Fire

If I was going to find inspiration for my street beauty series anywhere, it was going to be at Company magazine's event with Origins. I loved this girl's soft but edgy tousled, fiery tresses and her make-up was fresh and dewy with pink pop lips. She was wearing MAC's Face and Body Foundation as a base, The Body Shop Bronzer to highlight her cheeks, Maybelline Gel Eyeliner, L'Oreal Lash Architect Mascara and Rimmel Kate Moss Lasting Finish Lipstick.

Do you love this look? xxx

Street Beauty #1 Geometric Pastel

Beauty Looks A-Z: Walnut

With A/W 13 just around the corner, it's time to get deep when it comes to make-up for work and glam nights out. I can't think of a more gorgeous colour than walnut to get us beauty lovers in the mood for cosy knit jumpers, mugs of hot chocolate and movie nights.

Here's the products I'll be reaching for this month:

 Charlotte Tilbury Rock'n'Kohl Iconic Liquid Eye Pencil in Barbarella Brown (£19)
Sisley Hydrating Longlasting Lipstick in Golden Copper (£33)
Clinique All About Shadows in Black Honey (£16)
Montagne Jeunesse Nut Oil Masque (£1)
MAC Eyeshadow in Woodwinked (£12.50)
Original Source Mint and Walnut Scrub (250ml, £2.65)
Tom Ford She Wolf Ombre Eye Colour Palette (£50)
Garnier Olia Permanent Hair Colour in Mahogany Brown (£6.99)
Essie Nail Polish in Chocolate Cakes (15ml, £7.99)
Batiste Dry Shampoo Brown - Dark & Deep (200ml, £3.99)
Clarins Limited Edition Colour Breeze Gloss Prodige in Chocolate (£17)
Everyday Minerals Brow Color Selection (£5.95)

What do you think of this week's beauty look? xxx

A for Atomic
B for Burlesque
C for Caribbean
D for Dynamite
E for Enchantment
 F for Fantasia
G for Gatsby
H for Halo
I for Indigo
J for Jelly
K for Khaki
L for Lemon & Lime
M for Morello Cherry

N for Neverland
O for Ocean Blue

P for Pearl
Q for Quads

R for Riviera

S for Scented
T for Texture
U for Unisex

V for Velvet

Payday Weekend Haul: Champneys, Vichy, MAC, Body Shop & Rimmel

When payday comes around, it doesn't take long for me to pay a visit to the likes of Boots, Superdrug and Selfridges - you name it, I'll be there with my debit card burning a hole through my handbag.

This weekend, I popped over to Boots to take advantage of the Champneys offer (free Distant Shores body scrub when you spend £10 or over) and bought the invigorating Energising Lime Foaming Body Scrub. I also grabbed the Vichy Thermal Water (my skincare essential) and added the Golden Bronze Scandaleyes Shadow Paint to my collection.

Then I got the gorgeous Ruby Woo Retro Matte Lipstick at MAC. I nearly bought Cyber too, but I think it looked a little too gothic on me - wish it was a little bit lighter!

Finally I shot into the Body Shop to buy my new skin care favourite - the Camomile Cleansing Butter. I got a sample of this a couple of days before and it's so lovely to use - it melts into your skin and leaves it clean and soft. If you love skin care, it's well worth a try.

I'll be back later this week with my Feel Unique purchase...

What did you buy this weekend? xxx

A Perfect Duo: Sleek & Ciate Nails

It was only when I shopped my stash that I saw these two matching beauties - Ciate's Paint Pot in The Glossip and Sleek's Pout Paint in Lava. Both of them were from recent Glossyboxes and would make the perfect duo for last minute sunbathing on the beach. Just add a Cosmopolitan and a chunky gold necklace and you won't need much else - apart from your bikini of course!

What's your favourite lip/nail duo? xxx

Beauty Looks A-Z: Velvet

With the launch of the Models Own Velvet Goth collection coming to us beauty lovers very soon, velvet is having its moment in the limelight again.

This week's beauty look showcases the best of velvet effect beauty for the lips, nails, eyes, face and body. Prepare to be enabled!

Here's the products:

NARS Fall Collection Velvet Matte Lip Pencil in Mysterious Red (£17.50)
Dove Bath Velvet (500ml, £3.09)
Bourjois Little Round Pot Cream Blush in Nude Velvet (£7.99)
GOSH Velvet Touch Foundation Primer Apricot (£8.99)
Mavala Mini Colour Nail Polish in Velvet (5ml, £4.50)
Maybelline Color Sensational Lipstick in Velvet Beige (£7.19)
Shu Uemura Black Velvet Feather False Lashes (£18.50)
Veet SupremEssence Hair Removal Cream with Velvet Rose & Essential Oils (400ml, £7.99)
GOSH Cosmetics Velvet Touch Eye Liner in Pretty Petrol (£4.99)
Revlon Colorstay Nail Polish in Velvet Rope (£7.99)
GOSH Cosmetics Velvet Touch Line Perfector (£14.99)
Illamasqua Velvet Blush in Sleek (£18)

What do you think of this week's beauty look? xxx

A for Atomic
B for Burlesque
C for Caribbean
D for Dynamite
E for Enchantment
 F for Fantasia
G for Gatsby
H for Halo
I for Indigo
J for Jelly
K for Khaki
L for Lemon & Lime
M for Morello Cherry

N for Neverland
O for Ocean Blue

P for Pearl
Q for Quads

R for Riviera

S for Scented
T for Texture
U for Unisex

Love Make Up Wish List

How on earth had I never heard of Love Make Up before?! After just one visit to the home page, I clocked up a hefty wish list and am now counting down the minutes until payday.

Sugarpill Cold Chemistry Eyeshadow in Subterranean
I've never tried anything from Sugarpill before, but the colours are so vivid and deep. I love this teal-toned Subterranean eyeshadow from the new Cold Chemistry collection, which was designed with make-up artist Amelia Arsenic.

Face Atelier Ultra Blush
This is a gorgeous, natural peachy pink powder blusher. It's a product to suit every skin and is currently on sale for £10 down from £20. Result! 

 

Kryolan Black Colour Intensifier Mascara
With this one, I have to admit I'm drawn to the product's name and packaging. Having said that, I've heard great things about Kryolan and the mascara only costs £10, which is quite good for a mid-to-high end mascara. I'd definitely give it a go. 

Ben Nye Classic Translucent Face Powder
I don't even care about Kim Kardashian - this product sells itself. I've been wanting to try the Ben Nye powders for a while now, and I love that they aren't too expensive. Luxury, make-up artist cosmetics for highstreet prices is the dream for us beauty bloggers.

 

Daniel Sandler Micro Bubble Lipstick
I'm not a great neutral lipstick lover - 9 times out of 10 I will buy a bold, bright shade. This lipstick from Daniel Sandler looks like a showstopping orange and would brighten up a monochrome outfit or natural face no end.   

Lime Crime Eyeshadow Helper
The choices are endless when it comes to Lime Crime - everyone lusts over those Velvetines! But as I'm trying to be more adventurous with my eye make-up at the moment, it would be great to try this primer and see if it passes the colour intensifying test.

 

Zoeva Cream Liner in Denim Bar Jeans Blue
I love navy eyeliners a lot, and this one looks gorgeous. I've never tried Zoeva, but there's several eyeliner colours I'd love to swatch on Love Make Up. 

Bdellium Tools Pink Bambu Slanted Contour Brush
There's just something about pink brushes - they are so cute and fluffy! I haven't got a contour brush and I always find it hard to get the right angle with a normal blush brush, so this would be good to have and I'm sure I could find the time to buy a few more to match...

 

Daniel Sandler Beyond Sunset Eyeshadow Quad
This is one of the most stunning eyeshadow quads I have ever seen - the colours are beautiful and so wearable too. It really is all about quality and not quantity with Daniel Sandler, and that's what I love about him and his products.

Have you bought anything from Love Make Up recently? xxx

All About Plum: Lips, Nails & Fragrance

If there's one hue on everyone's mind in the lead up to A/W 13, it's plum. And after discovering these three beauty gems, it's safe to say I'm pretty obsessed with it too.

MAC's Rebel Satin Lipstick looks a lot darker than it is - when you put it on your lips, it actually has a really flattering pink shade to it. It's quite a matte lipstick though, so I'd make sure your lips are hydrated and flake-free to perfect your pout.

Then we have the stunning Plum Eau De Parfum by make-up artist Mary Greenwell, which I have to say is even better than Lemon. I never, ever thought I would say that, but there's something about the Plum scent that is so comforting and warm. I will definitely need to repurchase this when it runs dry.

The third and final plum product is the Mavala nail polish in Milano, which funnily enough also looks a lot darker in the bottle than it is on the nails. It's a gorgeous colour and has a lovely finish - my only bug bear is the size of the bottle!

What's your favourite plum beauty buy? xxx

Beauty Looks A-Z: Unisex

Do you live with your other half? Does he ever moan about your new beauty products and worry that you are spending too much at Boots (he doesn't understand the amazingness of the points card)? There are some products you can buy and use together, and save a bit of money every now and again. And I'm only talking essentials like shaving foam, shampoo and shower gel, not your holy grail face masks or cleansing oils (panic over).

Here's the products that will please your other half (and his bank balance):

Jergens Moisturiser Skin Firming Daily Toning Body Moisturiser (200ml, £4.99)
Baylis & Harding Black Pepper and Ginseng Hand Wash (500ml, £2)
Nivea Lemongrass & Oil Shower Gel (250ml, £1.29)
Sanex Moisturising Shower Gel (500ml, £3.09)
Boots Essentials Shaving Foam (250ml, £0.99)
Eucerin Aquaphor Soothing Skin Balm (40ml, £8.50)
Sensodyne Gentle Whitening Fluoride Toothpaste (75ml, £3.30)
Radox Refresh Shower Gel & Shampoo (250ml, £1.99)
Nivea Essential Care Lip Balm (£1.65)
Boots Essentials Cucumber Moisturising Cream (£0.99)
Dove Intensive Repair Shampoo (250ml, £2.69)
Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser (236ml, £8.99)

What do you think of this week's beauty look? xxx

A for Atomic
B for Burlesque
C for Caribbean
D for Dynamite
E for Enchantment
 F for Fantasia
G for Gatsby
H for Halo
I for Indigo
J for Jelly
K for Khaki
L for Lemon & Lime
M for Morello Cherry

N for Neverland
O for Ocean Blue

P for Pearl
Q for Quads

R for Riviera

S for Scented
T for Texture

Guest Post: My Handbag Essentials

Hey everyone! I'm Albertine and my blog is DippyWrites. A couple of days ago, Natasha sent out a tweet asking if anyone would like to do a guest post for her and I jumped at the chance.

I've decided to share my handbag essentials with you; these are the quick-fix items I always have with me when I'm on the go.

Soap and Glory Kick Ass Concealer 

This is the best concealer I've tried ever and I can't bare to leave the house without it. It comes with a blemish and undereye concealer, a setting powder and a tiny mirror all in one sturdy compact, making it perfect for make-up touch-ups on the go.  

Rimmel Scandaleyes Kohl in Nude 

You know those days when you're up early for work and you just feel and look super tired and drained? Well this eye pencil is for those days! I love having this in my bag so I can just apply a bit to my waterline, instantly making my eyes look a bit more wide awake and alert.

Revlon Crease Brush 

You're probably thinking 'ermmm why do you carry a makeup brush around with you?'. Well, it's for those days when your eyeshadow and primer really just aren't holding up. I like having this in my bag when my eyeshadow majorly creases, so I can quickly blend it again!

Hask Argan Oil 

I love to keep a little vial of this argan oil in my bag for when my hair is being particularly unruly. I just run a pea sized amount through the ends of my hair and it immediately helps to tame them, make them feel silky smooth again.

Carmex Lip Balm

I don't know how I could survive without my massive stash of lip balms! Out of all of them, Carmex lip balm is my favourite one to stash in my handbag. As well as moisturising dry lips, it also has SPF15, which is really useful for protecting your lips from the sun when you're out and about.

Avene Eau Thermale Water Spray 

I love having this in my handbag, especially when the weather's super hot (like it has been recently!). I use this to refresh my makeup throughout the day, but I also like to use it to cool my skin down when the weather is really hot.

So there's my handbag essentials! I hope you've enjoyed reading this - if you have, don't forget to pop over to my blog and have a look at the other types of posts I write.

What are your handbag essentials? xxx

 

Beauty Looks A-Z: Scented

For me, nothing beats beauty products with fruity and floral scents. In fact, I'm often drawn to them when it comes to stocking up on the latest bath & body, fragrance and hair gems. And lemon, lime and lavender will more than do.

Here's my edit of scented beauty buys for the Summer. I can almost smell them as I type!

 Jo Malone Lime Basil & Mandarin Shampoo (250ml, £16)
Sara Happ The Lip Scrub: Lavender Limited Edition (30ml, £20)
Diptyque Eucalyptus Scented Candle (£40)
Models Own Fruit Pastel Nail Polish in Apple Pie (14ml, £5)
Nivea Sunny Melon & Oil Shower Gel (250ml, £2.59)
Bic Soleil Scent Disposable Razors (£3.69)
Yardley London English Lavender Hand & Nail Cream (100ml, £3.99)
Revlon Scented Nail Enamel (Limited Edition) in Strawberry Cream (14ml, £6.49)
Soap & Glory Sugar Crush Shower Gel (500ml, £6.50)
Denman Apple-Scented Hairbrush (£9)
Herbal Essences Beautiful Ends Shampoo (400ml, £3.89)
D.L. & Co Jardins Fruitiers Boite de Pommes (£90)

What do you think of this week's beauty look? xxx

Beauty Looks A-Z: Riviera

When I was younger, I was lucky enough to be whisked away by my aunt and uncle to the South of France, which is one of the most gorgeous places I've ever been to. I'll never forget how luxurious everything is there and will definitely be going back again some time soon.

In memory of my trip, this week's beauty looks post is dedicated to the French Riviera. Enjoy!

Here's the products I'd throw into my beach bag:

Dove Intensive Repair Conditioner (£2.99, 200ml)
Jean Paul Gaultier Classique EDT (£67.49, 100ml)
Guerlain Terracotta Terra Nerolia Tan Enhancing Bronzer (£35.20)
Caudalie Vinoperfect Enzymatic Peel Mask (£29, 50ml)
Balmain Hair Creme Hydratante (£20, 250ml)
Piz Buin After Sun Tan Intensifier (£11.49, 200ml)
Melvita Orange Blossom Water (£15.50, 100ml)
Daniel Sandler Instant Tan Wash Off Face Powder (£22.50)
REN Glycolactic Radiance Renewal Mask (£30, 50ml)
Dior 1 Coleur Eye Gloss Fresh Luminosity and Crystal Shine in Golden Sand (£16, 6ml)
Dr Hauschka Normalising Day Oil (£24.25, 30ml)
Vichy Purete Thermale One Step Cleanser 3 in 1 (£11.25, 200ml)

What do you think of this week's beauty look? xxx

A for Atomic
B for Burlesque
C for Caribbean
D for Dynamite
E for Enchantment
 F for Fantasia
G for Gatsby
H for Halo
I for Indigo
J for Jelly
K for Khaki
L for Lemon & Lime
M for Morello Cherry

N for Neverland
O for Ocean Blue

P for Pearl
Q for Quads

Week In Beauty Launches: Denman Brushes, QMS Medicosmetics & Mary Kay

Denman's Tutti Frutti Brush Range (£7.52 each). Available in Orange Tango, Wild Dewberry, Lemon Sherbet, Green Apple and Strawberry Shortcake. Available here.

QMS Medicosmetics' Cellular Sun Protection SPF50 (£67 for 30ml). UVA/UVB protection with vitamin E and shea butter. Available here.

Mary Kay Limited Edition Beauty That Counts NouriShine Lip Gloss in Celebrate (£10 for 4.5ml). Contains pomegrante sterol to strengthen the skin barrier, and aloe to soften and calm. Available here.

Mary Kay Limited Edition Beauty That Counts Creme Lipstick in One Woman Can (£13 for 3.6g). Longwear, light and creamy lipstick with vitamins E and C. Available here.

 What do you think of these beauty launches? xxx

What's On My Post-Ban Wish List?

Not only did I go on a spending ban for 2 months, but also I made the really shocking decision to continue the ban with the three other lovely ladies until the #julylondonmeetup on the 27th of July.

I can't deny that I'm proud of what we've done - but I'm definitely ready to splash my cash on the finest beauty currently has to offer.

So this post is all about what's on my post-ban wish list - I'm SO looking forward to getting my hands on these bad boys.

1. Revlon Suede Lipstick in Finale
Absolutely gorgeous raspberry pink lipstick. I keep seeing this all over the blogs and I'm desperate to pucker up and try this out. I'll definitely be buying one or two of these lipsticks.

2. Bodhi Rosemary Chi Himalayan Detox Salt Scrub
I just love the sound of every Bodhi product and the perfect one to start with would be this salt scrub, as these are generally my favourite bath/body product.  

3. Dr Hauschka Rose Body Moisturiser
I've been using the Dr Hauschka Lemon/Lemongrass Body Moisturiser since I bought it from Feel Unique a while ago and I love the formula. I'm keen to try some other scents and see what I like the best, so I'd like to start with rose.

4. Rodial Dragon's Blood Hyaluronic Mask
I love anything with hyaluronic acid in it and Rodial's Dragon's Blood range has intrigued me for some time now. I've heard some great things about it, so I'll be giving this a go as soon as I can. 

5. Ben Nye Banana Powder
I have been craving this product so much after several twitter conversations. Everyone was buying one at IMATS and it just looks like such a lux product. I want! 

6. Lush Emotional Brilliance Lipstick in Confident
I'm a big fan of the Lush Emotional Brilliance range - the pigmentation is amazing and the colours are so pretty. I'd love to give this one a go. 

7. Sai Sei Mineral Seaweed Bath Crystals
I had a sniff of this when I popped by Space.NK the other day and fell in love. Sea + bath + seaweed = pampering perfection. 

8. Bumble and Bumble Hairdresser's Invisible Oil
It's about time I tried a product from Bumble and Bumble - it's just a case of what one to pick up. I love the look of this oil and it also comes in such a cute orange bottle. 

What's on your wish list at the moment? xxx

Beauty Looks A-Z: Quads

If you're a lover of eyeshadow and lip palettes, then you'll know that the best things come in fours. We're simply spoilt for choice when it comes to eyeshadow colours - you can buy four colours and chop and change your look depending on your mood or plans for that day.

That's why my 'Q' beauty looks post is dedicated to every make-up addict's best friend - the quad.

Here's my pick of gorgeous eye and lip quads:

BECCA Eye Colour Quad in Astro Violet (£35)
Illamasqua 4-Colour Liquid Metal Palette (£30.79)
CK One Powder Eyeshadow Quad in Smoking (£25)
Revlon ColorStay 16 Hour Eyeshadow Quad in Addictive (£7.99)
Sleek Lip 4 Lipstick Palette in Tease (£8.99)
Rimmel Colour Rush Quad Eyeshadow (£1.50)
Lancome Ombre Absolue Quad Babydoll (£33)
bareMinerals Ready Eyeshadow Quad in The Dream Sequence (£29)
L'Oreal Paris Color Riche in Beige Trench (£7.99)
Daniel Sandler Eye Quad in Beyond Sunset (£28)
Rimmel London GlamEyes Quad Eyeshadow in State of Grace (£6.99)
Sleek Lip 4 Lipstick Palette in Showgirl (£8.99)

What do you think of this week's beauty look? xxx

A for Atomic
B for Burlesque
C for Caribbean
D for Dynamite
E for Enchantment
 F for Fantasia
G for Gatsby
H for Halo
I for Indigo
J for Jelly
K for Khaki
L for Lemon & Lime
M for Morello Cherry

N for Neverland
O for Ocean Blue

P for Pearl

Beauty Shots: Autumn Avon & GOSH

Beauty bloggers, meet the A/W 13 make-up marvels from highstreet favourite GOSH Cosmetics and the amazing Avon. I will review some of the samples for you in another post, but for now I just wanted to get some shots up for you stat so you could see what's in store. 

I believe the Avon collection is out on the 24th of August, and the GOSH collection is available exclusively in Superdrug from the 31st of July. Prepare to say hello to your purse!

AVON

Ultra Colour Lip Crayons in Reddy For Me, Showstopper Pink,
Notice Me Nude, Carefree Coral, Fresh Fuschia and Risque Rose

True Colour 8-in-1 Eyeshadow Palettes in The Nudes and The Metallics

True Colour Eyeshadow Quad
in Urban Skyline

True Colour Eyeshadow Quad in Jeans

GOSH

Nail Lacquers in Kind of Pink, Frosted Silver, Frosted Purple, Frosted Gold,
Mysterious Mauve and Denim Delight

Darling Lashes Extreme Volume Mascara (Black)
and Waterproof Volume Mascara (Black)

CC Cream Illuminating Foundation in Porcelain, Ivory, Sand,
Natural, Honey and Golden

BB Powder in Sand, Beige, Warm Beige and Chestnut

What are your favourite products from the A/W collections? xxx

Beauty Looks A-Z: Pearl

I'm just going to come out and say it - I love shiny things. Anything that glitters, sparkles and shimmers should have my name on it #fact.

I think pearly, glowy highlighters are perfect for the summer, as are metallic, shimmery nail lacquers. So, for this week's beauty look, I've chosen P for Pearl.

Here's the products you need to be pretty in pearl:

Bobbi Brown Shimmer Nail Polish in Pink Pearl (£11)
Giorgio Armani Cosmetics Madreperla Veil (£34.50)
Sjal Pearl Enzyme Exfoliating Mask (£138, 60ml)
Suqqu Limited Edition Face Colour Palette (£50)
Lancome Genifique Yeux Eye Pearl (£45,20ml)
Estee Lauder Pure Color Vivid Shine Lipstick in Brilliant Bare (£20)
Max Factor Max Effect Dip-In Eyeshadow in Silver Lounge (£5.99)
Pearl Drops Daily Tea and Coffee Toothpaste (£3.99, 50ml)
Butter London Pearly Queen Nail Lacquer (£12, 11ml)
Nivea Pearl & Beauty Roll-On Deodorant (£2.10, 50ml)
Soap and Glory Glow All Out Luminizing Face Powder (£11)
LOOK Nail Pop in Pearl Effect (£5, 10ml)

What do you think of this week's beauty look? xxx

A for Atomic
B for Burlesque
C for Caribbean
D for Dynamite
E for Enchantment
 F for Fantasia
G for Gatsby
H for Halo
I for Indigo
J for Jelly
K for Khaki
L for Lemon & Lime
M for Morello Cherry

N for Neverland
O for Ocean Blue