The Body Shop : Down to Earth Quad {Smokey Grey Version)

The Body Shop UK

I love The Body shop products and some of my favourite's have been from the makeup range. I had my first makeup consultation there when I was younger (many moon's ago). So i am very excited and grateful too The Body Shop for allowing me to trial a new eyeshadow palette.

About : 

Founded in 1976 in Brighton, England, The Body Shop® is a global beauty brand built on making people feel good – face, body and soul. Seeking to make a positive difference by offering high-quality, naturally-inspired skincare, hair care and make-up produced ethically and sustainably. Having more than 3,000 stores in more than 60 countries. 

Smokey Grey Quad {Also available Gold, Plum, Brown, Black)

Discover a wide range of neutral shades to highlight the natural beauty of all skin tones & eye colours.

~ The new quads each have a built in mirror, and the individual shades all click in and out of the palette casing, so you can switch shades between palettes and quads. (Please note that the palette is prefilled, so shades can’t be swapped prior to purchase.)

~ The nature powered formula comes in 8 shades with x3 different finishes: true mattes, iridescent shimmers and eye-catching sparkles.

~ All the shades can be used dry for easy blending, or wet for more intense, vibrant colour. This can help to create defined lines and strokes.

Palette & Shadow's

The palette is a sleek and well set out with 4 cohesive shadows that blend well together. Soft and buttery in texture these eyeshadows need a good primer, so they last longer.

Overall view

I attempted the first two looks on the box card and found that the pink shade on the first look to be a very pale, much lighter colour then appearing within the pan. This first look is a very clean look for daily wear, using the darkest shadow used for an eyeliner. The second look I achieved by using the colours mentioned and some glitter pigment on the lid. I used a glitter to emphasise the grey shades more. These suggested look's are a really handy tool, as they show what can be achieved with that set of colours and plus where to place and blend each shade. 

I absolutely love the texture of the shadows with there creamy, buttery feeling. They are easy to apply and are pigmented when swatched. I found it very versitile with the new push out palette, I can swap and change out colour's as I wish. It made me realise that I only require four shades to complete my daily look. I would love to try the other quads available and see how the colour's compare and look's that can be achieved. Im very impressed with the "Grey" quad and how the shadow's have performed. They blend well and have great pigmentation also. 

Can be found at any "Body shop" branch or online. 

My little friend Box - August Edition

Its summer and the sun has definatly been out and shining for all too see and enjoy. Along with sunshine come's the oppertunity to make amazing memories with family and friend's. This month's box  is inspired by friend's 

About : My Little Box is a hand-picked and beautifully designed box of fashion, beauty and lifestyle surprises. With accessories, products and other goodies created exclusively for you and based around a different theme every month, each box promises to delight the lucky recipient.

Content's : 

- My little Magazine 

- Nail care kit

- Beauty bag included within is Batiste hairspray, My little beauty lip balm and Kadalys creme

- Clipon fisheye lense from Printic

- Bag of Propercorn popcorn 

- A5 inspirational card 

- Clipon fisheye lense from Printic

Ive not had any experience of these attachments for phone's, so im eager to try this and see the difference (if any) it has on the picture's im able to capture. 

I will post some of the photo's I capture with this lense via my social media, as id love to know what you think. 

- Nail care kit

Now whilst im happy with this kit as i dont own one and its a handy item to carry. I must say the presentation is spot on a 10/10 with top mark's to whomever designed this. 

- Beauty bag included within is Batiste hairspray, My little beauty lip balm and Kadalys creme

A great size hairspray from Batiste which is great for summer, as will keep my hair off my neck and face. There is a lovely size Kadalys creme to help keep your skin moisturised during the hot summer months. Then finally the My little beauty lip balm with SPF, always handy to have a lipbalm in your handbag so your lips stay looking plump and hydrated. 

- Bag of Propercorn popcorn 

Hand-popped corn with the perfect balance of sea salt and sweet brown sugar. Packed in an environment that packs nuts. May contain the occasional un-popped kernel. Suitable for vegans

- My little friend's Magazine 

As always the feature magazine from My little box. This has a front cover which has a "friends" illustration in keeping with this month's box. 

- A4 decorative card 

A "Girl power" themed card in keeping with the friends box. It's a fantastic blessing to have friends around you, plus handy to be reminded about how strong your friendships can be. 

Overall view 

I love the theme and box's presentation with the beautiful blue water and illustration. Also the content's are all fabulous handbag must haves, that we all at some point go on the hunt for. Again  the presentation is beautiful on the Nail kit and also the beauty bag with its heart design. I really enjoyed the popcorn treat that was included also and will be ordering some more. It was a really good box this month and I think it was put together well and fitted the theme, plus it had a lovely summery vibe. I cant wait to see whats in store for next month. 

Ihearthomes - August 2015

ihearthomes 

This months box was highly anticipated and popular due to the theme. Chic british "Afternoon tea" is an amazing theme, it is just such a quintessential part of english culture. 

So be at the ready with the cucumber sandwiches, crumpet's, scones and of course a pot of tea. 

They say : 

ihearthomes are passionate and a little excitable about all things home. We have always loved making that house into a home and love gorgeous items that really make the difference. From quirky wooden signs to romantic rustic hanging hearts, we love all the items we sell. 

We have beautiful wedding decorations and gifts, stunning children's items, heart warming hearts, gorgeous signs and plaques. Take a look around the site and see what takes your fancy.  Don't forget to come back again, as we are always looking to add new items.

Content's : 

- LOFT T-Towel

- "Do you love what you do" Coaster

- Yorkshire Tea sachet & Biscuit

- Heart place card's 

- Paper washi tape

- "Come for tea" Kitchen plaque 

- Chic matchbox nail files

- Vintage rose pattern tissues

- Rose and Vanilla bath T-bag's 

- Mini fork/T-bag scoop & press

- welcome saying card 

- Rose and Vanilla bath T-bag's

Beautifully scented fine bath salt infused with Rose and Vanilla. Also within the salts are dried rose petal's. Enclosed within a fine linen bag. This is a lovely addition to the box and a great choice for August's edition. It has a lovely rich and not overpowering scent. I would definatly repurchase more of these to try different scent's. 

- Vintage rose pattern tissues

Lovely pack of tissue's that would be fantastic to be within your bag for a special occassion. What a beautiful addition for your handbag, to add some sunshine to a dull day. 

- Paper washi tape

This poker dot pink tape has so many use's. You could use it for wrapping gift's or even to decorate your journal, the list is endless. I will probably use this up within a day as i journal and am doing boxes of happy mail to friends. 

- "Come for tea" Kitchen plaque 

This is so chic for anyones kitchen. It has a very "alice in wonderland" feel and style  to the design. 

- Chic matchbox nail files

This tiny little matchbox of nail files, is a lovely addition to your handbag. Everyone has one of those days where you can nick a nail and desperately are in search of nail file to save it. These defiantly are the hero product for your hand-bag.  

- "Do you love what you do" Coaster

Colourful mug coaster which is a beautiful tiffiany blue with floral and heart design. 

- Mini fork/T-bag scoop & press

Perfect little fork for eating cake with your cup of tea or scooping out a T-bag/broken hobnob lol. Its dainty and just what afternoon tea is all about. 

- Yorkshire Tea sachet & Biscuit

Nom nom yummy in my tummy. My what more could you ask for, in a afternoon tea box then a sachet of the best tea ever and a yummy biscuit. Brilliant ! 

- Heart place card's 

These heart place card's are plain and amazing for any tea party. Easily decorated and can be stood up for that lovely effect, again i cant help but Queen of heart's from Alice in wonderland. 

I cant wait to use these heart cards. 

- LOFT T-Towel

So this pastel pink T-Towel is a beautiful and so vintage with a mix of modern design. Beautiful addition for my kitchen. 

My thought's : 
An amazing theme for this month and perfect set of products to convey this theme. I loved how we received a tea bag and biscuit for "Afternoon tea", whilst then endulging on the other products. I cant say i have a favourite as i really love them all. I will use each and every product with pleasure, i cant wait to show them off to my family.

Next month's box is making me want too upgrade to the £25 box ! As knowing the theme is "Paris" just scream's to me within the capital of vintage couture.

KISS Cosmetic's - Sample Kiss and Sheer Stick's

KISS Cosmetics website

KISS cosmetic's are line of cosmetic's catering in Lip product's. I was kindly sent one but then i purchased 4 of my own to expand the colour range.

They say :

Colour Is Our Passion Make It Yours. Kiss Cosmetics is a line that solely focusses on quality lip products. The lip shades have been carefully selected to compliment all skin tones and affordability. The nourishing formulations ensure your lips can wear highly pigmented splashes of colour. Appealing to every occasion, offering treatment's to keep lip's healthy or a colour changer to create your own unique shade's.  

"My vision was to create a fashion forward, wild colour cosmetics brand that offers unique innovative twists along the way." Creator - Danielle Fenwick

What are Sample size's ? 

Miniature version of KISStick (Same formula) just a mini. Consisting of 10 pigmented shades. Whatever your doing KISStick wont neglect your lips with this moisturising and enriched formula.

Kiss Stick : Passionate Peach 

Passionate Peach : A ‘cheeky’ yellow based nude peach, perfect for warm undertones. Really like this light nude coral colour which can be used during the day or as a centre highlight for a ombre lip effect. The formula is creamy and easy to apply, very opaque and pigmented for a light coral. 

Kiss Stick : Toxic Kiss 

Toxic Kiss : Dangerous, potent and PINK! A cool toned neon pink destined to brighten up your world.  I adore this colour as its a vibrant, intense pink shade. It gives the most amazing pigmented colour, also when applied it stays creamy and not sticky. The formula is very creamy and applies so easily on the lip's. I will probably purchase a full size of this colour as i really love how it looks. 

Kiss Stick : Frisky Fuchsia

Frisky Fuchsia : A delicious raspberry, not too cool so as to suit most skin tones. This is another personal favourite as its really a bright raspberry shade. It's the perfect transitional shade for the summer to autumn season, when the berry shades start to appear. 

Sheer Stick : Flamingo

Flamingo : A vivid fuchsia pink with blue undertones. The sheer stick is like a balm with a hint of colour, fantastic for the day time or occassions where you may wish to have a more natural look. 

I like that KISS specialises on one set of product's as then you become a master of your art. With the release of Sample size you can now trial the formulation, pigmentation and texture before purchasing the full sized product. I would have loved to purchase the whole set to swatch and use to gain a broader idea of the shade's offered.

I really like the formula as it is creamy and applies really easily. The pigment is rich and opaque on application, plus it doesnt  make the lips feel dry. The lips feel creamy and not sticky. It's long wearing and i only lightly re-applied if i was eating and drinking whilst wearing. Im very happy with the product and feel trying the product beforehand is a huge positive. However with every review there are some experiences i would like to give feedback on. 

Con's 

 I love the sample sizes yet the £2.00 price tag, whilst i can appriciate its a professional finish, I felt it was a little expensive. I'd be happier with a simple design to bring the cost down. Main reason many brands offer full sized lipsticks cheaper. 

 I tried a coupon code to purchase more yet it did not accept. Maybe the website had a bad day and not working for me. Customer service was helpful but i tried all options suggested. I wanted to get this review completed and published so i obtained what i could.