Revel lashes - Tropical dramatic look

Revel lashes UK

When it comes to eyelashes, I love Revel lashes. As they give volume, are comfortable to wear and are affordable. 

About : 

We stock all of the lashes you love, from the most natural Demi whisp's to the most flamboyant double lashes. When it comes to lashes we've got you covered from your office desk to the dance floor and more. Natural Handmade Lashes that are extremely comfortable. Easy to Apply, Remove and Reusable. Ultra Lightweight Flexible Lash Bands that provide a natural look. Every box includes our European Certified, Waterproof and Skin Friendly adhesive. Fabulous false eyelashes available in 48 different styles

- Latin queen's : #004

The lash adds instant volume to give you a look as sensuous as the Spanish guitar. Its Ultra light flexible lash bands blend perfectly with your natural eye lash line giving it a magnificently natural look.Each box contains 1 pair of false lashes & our revolutionary new skin friendly water proof adhesive, guaranteed from 48hrs - 60hrs without retouching. Made with 100% Human Hair.

-Look book

These amazing dramatic lashes give an amazing boost to my natural lashes. They added more length and a really great boost to my look. They fit to my lash line without need for trimming and the application is very easy. The thin band goes snuggly up to the natural lash, they are multifunctional and also re-usable. 

The look above shows they fit well to the lash line. They blend well with my lashes and are dramatic when i open my eyes. As always another beautifully designed set of lashes from Revel. I find they are the easiest lashes to use and apply, even for beginners. 

Urban decay - Alice "Through the looking glass" palette

Urban decay UK

Now Urban decay are known for there impressive collaboration's through the year's, taking beloved tales and transforming them into what our makeup collections crave. A hint of magical wonder, now what better place to start then Wonderland ? 

About : Our story opens nearly 20 years ago, when pink, red and beige enslaved the prestige beauty market. Urban Decay released in 1996 with 10 lipsticks and 12 nail enamels, with groundbreaking names like Roach, Smog, Rust, Oil Slick and Acid Rain. 

When Disney asked us to jump down the rabbit hole again,of course we said yes. Inspired by Alice Through the Looking Glass,this limited-edition, pop-up palette is a tribute to our favorite characters from the film. A perfect mix of 20 ALL-NEW shades. From softer shades inspired by Alice to bold, bright shades like the Mad Hatter. Each Eyeshadow features our Pigment Infusion System™, the proprietary blend of ingredients that gives every shade its velvety texture, rich color, serious staying power and blendability. 

- Through the looking glass Palette 

This colourful, kaleidoscopic artwork woven out of flowers, butterflies and several quotes from the film. When inside, a three-dimensional butterfly springs up. Even included is a double-ended brush for the perfect application. 

Pull open the drawer to reveal the shadows,which are arranged by character. 

Alice,Mad Hatter,Mirana,Iracebeth,Time*

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What you get:

-Alice:

Looking Glass (pale pink demi-matte)

Reflection (soft peach matte)

Dormouse (warm brown matte/gold MS) 

Metamorphosis (vibrant periwinkle blue).

-Mad Hatter: 

Hatter (vibrant green)

Gone Mad (aubergine/pink pearl)

Paradox (vibrant orange w/gold pearl) Cake (saturated blue-pink w/silver MS).

-Mirana: 

Lily (opal pink pearl)

Duchess (peach/pink shift MS)

Kingdom (copper-bronze pearl) Chessboard (medium brown matte)

-Iracebeth: 

Heads Will Roll (vibrant turquoise)

Bandersnatch (deep teal matte)

Salazen Grum (metallic crimson)

Royal Flush (pale beige shimmer). 

-Time: 

Time (black-navy satin)

Dream On (metallic purple-silver)

Chronosphere (metallic deep bronze)

Mirror (gray-taupe satin)

- Look book

A girly day in somehow managed to turn into an amazing day of makeup look's, with my sister-in-law Kristi. She did this amazing cut crease. 

My look using : 

A transition shade of chessboard blended within the crease along with Paradox. My inner corner highlight Lily blend's into Cake and defined the outer V using Salazen Grum, which I had also define the bottom of the crease. My under brow highlight is lily. My bottom lash is Cake bended into my smudged purple kohl.

- Kristi's make-up look

Kristi's look contain's :

On the lid we have Lily going into duchess going into paradox. The cut crease features Heads will roll, banded snatch and time. I used cake and Salazan grum blended on the lower lash line with Royal flush underneath the brow.

- Overall opinion

I love Urban decay and I'd say im a true collector. This reminds me of the old release palettes, the magical feeling you would get when using it. (Yes - I do use my LE item's, I just take care of them)

This was a must as while I must admit some review's had me a little nit picked, on quality of some colour's. Ultimately I knew I'd regret not getting this as a collection piece. I do believe that some shade's do take a little more work, however if your willing to just add a step then its totally worth the spend. I will say with those shade's that needed packing on, use a tacky base and white base for maximum opacity. Not a huge thing ... Plus there are more fantastic shade's in here that are unique and give amazing payoff on use. Paradox has to be a firm favourite, alomg with Salazen Grum and Lily. 

MAC - Brooke Candy collection

MAC UK

I admit I dont know much about Brooke candy, other then this her second MAC collection. I loved the gothic colour and packaging when I saw the pre-release and knew it had to make my collection. 

About : 

Fiercely independent digital sensation Brooke Candy returns to M·A·C with her feisty colour collection uniting the past, present and future of her creative spirit. Shades for eyes, lips and nails dare you to stand up and stand out. Bold, brave, unusual, unstoppable.

- Lipstick - Witching hour

Four hues of Lipstick make a boldly confident statement – two, Mind Control and Witching Hour, return for an encore performance. Formulated to shade, define and showcase the lips. Unique chrome packaging featuring a graphic black splatter with Brooke Candy’s signature.

* Amplified: cream finish

* Apply directly to lips.

This heavy darkened mix of purple and black with that beautiful sheen and cream finish, well it just called to me. I love unique bold colours, this is something I love to set my looks alive. I will either have a bold lip or bold eye's, this lipstick is for that neutral natural day to bring some life to it. It's creamy, applied like a dream with maximum opaqueness. Definitely lined with a clear wax pencil to keep sharp the definition, I must admit its really a unique shade. Perfect for a dark and light ombre lip if you need dark colours to work with.

- Bronzing powder - Golden 

A subtly tinted powder that gives skin sheer colour and highlights. Perfect for enhancing skin tone for a natural, sun-kissed look or accentuating a tan. Formulated to provide smooth, even application on all skin types. Unique chrome packaging featuring a graphic black splatter with Brooke Candy’s signature.

* Contains light-reflecting bronzing pigments

* Provides a natural, sun-kissed look

* For a wide variety of skin tones

* Dermatologist tested

* Ophthalmologist tested

* Non-acnegenic

* Apply to face using a brush as desired.

Golden is one of those shade's that always gets repromoted over and over again. Its amazing for me as im so pale, however I do feel that they need to expand to cater for all skin tones. This was the only compact available in Brooke candy collection. 

I do feel they could have made a beautiful deep rich purple powder blush or a duo powder with something rich to cater for the palest of us and women of colour. Im saying that I must admit the quality is so good, I'm so tempted to purchase the lipgloss as its beautiful (I never reach for gloss) and unique. 

I definitely will be purchasing the lip pencil and may obtain the gloss also. So if you love the compact and dont have golden, then its perfect for a light and not to heavy bronzer. Witching hour is unique and im so happy I was able to snap it up. I will have a look via my Instagram, showing off "witching hour" and also how subtle "Golden" as a bronzer is. 

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Nivea : BB Cream

I always prefer on days where im not doing a full look, to use a BB cream and help my skincare. Nivea is by far a brand well known for amazing skincare that is respected and affordable. 

About Nivea BB

In addition to Eucerit, over a hundred years ago, NIVEA Creme also contained glycerin, water, a little citric acid and its fine scent. Everything for a great cream experience. This effective formula has been carefully adapted and improved over the decades.

NIVEA BB (Blemish Balm) Cream: 

Minerals, Provitamin B5 and a hint of make-up provides all skin types in one simple step with a flawless complexion and an instantly healthy looking and beautiful skin in one simple step.

- Swatches (Light & Medium Dark)

 

What it claim's - Covers imperfections such as blemishes, signs of fatigue, dark eye circles, reddish skin colour and fine lines. Illuminates complexion, boosting skin's natural glow. Helps to protect the skin from sunlight induced environmental influences and premature ageing with SPF 10.

- Daily lookbook 

My skin has a light coat of BB cream and it can be built up or use a concealer plus additional powder for more coverage. I tend to just use the BB cream as I will use heavier makeup for my looks, this gives my skin more of a chance to breathe. It gives a even finish to my skin and takes away any redness on my cheeks. Its really affordable and I do love this BB cream and it give's my skin some time off from a full coverage routine. 

Revel lashes - Natural look

Revel lashes UK

When it comes to eyelashes, I love Revel lashes. As they give volume, are comfortable to wear and are affordable. 

About : 

We stock all of the lashes you love, from the most natural Demi whisp's to the most flamboyant double lashes. When it comes to lashes we've got you covered from your office desk to the dance floor and more. Natural Handmade Lashes that are extremely comfortable. Easy to Apply, Remove and Reusable. Ultra Lightweight Flexible Lash Bands that provide a natural look. Every box includes our European Certified, Waterproof and Skin Friendly adhesive. Fabulous false eyelashes available in 48 different styles

- Charmer's : #014

These delicate lashes effortlessly meld in your lash line making them perfect for everyday use. Its Ultra light flexible lash bands blend perfectly with your natural eye lash line giving it a magnificently natural look. Each box contains 1 pair of lashes & our revolutionary new skin friendly water proof adhesive, guaranteed from 48hrs - 60hrs without retouching. Made with 100% Human Hair.

I really like these lashes. They add a bit of additional volume to your lash line. I use a little bit of mascara first and then apply these lashes. They are perfect for your everyday look and daily makeup. Giving enough of a boost to your look, which allow's you to do a more natural makeup. Another set of amazing lashes. The lash band on these lashes is so thin, I would give the tip of having tweezer's to hand for applying glue.  

- Darling's : #021

Let your dazzling eyes do all the talking for you with the fabulous texture of these lashes. Its Ultra light flexible lash bands blend perfectly with your natural eye lash line giving it a magnificently natural look. Each box contains 1 pair of lashes & our revolutionary new skin friendly water proof adhesive, guaranteed from 48hrs - 60hrs without retouching. Made with 100% Human Hair.

These are by far my favourite for wearing with my glasses. They are amazing length and also give you a natural look. They didnt interfere with my glasses to much, I do typically wear my glasses a bit lower down. (If I push them up to the normal space it can block my sinus' and i suffer bad headache's from that). So if you find they just touch the glass then they are easily curled. They are amazing and easy to apply like all revel lashes, the glue once tacky will adhere them to your lash line so no fiddly movement's etc. Again as the hairs are shorter, you may find tweezer's will assist you.

- Lookbook (Wearing Darling's) 

Overall as always more quality lashes from Revel. The glue is still a little tricky with the wand. (Revel are aware and addressing this situation) The glue is amazing and highly recommended as it does secure your lashes. These two lash style's are perfect for a natural makeup look and daily use. 

If you want to re-use then remove your lashes, gently peel away any residual glue that maybe left. Place back on the original container and keep covered. You can use a lash case, personally i keep the box and keep them also in order. It's easier for me to then find the lash I wish to wear that day. 

Ihearthomes - April edition

Ihearthomes website

That amazing time of the month again when ihearthome's happymail arrive's through the letterbox. This subscription box comes in 3 seperate value's of choice, My happy-mail is the second tier value box. Im so excited as ihearthomes is definitely a favourite subscription box of mine.

About : ihearthome's 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 : 

Inspirational quote A5 print

Absolutely fabulous ring dish

Canvas sunglasses case 

Canvas zip purse 

Microfibre cleaning cloth

"Diva" Luggage tag

Glass nail file in holder

Chunky wooden freestand sign

- Canvas sunglasses case 

These canvas bags for your sunglasses (or glasses). I love the sunglasses canvas as I easily just will put them in my bag, which leaves them so open to scratches and breakage. Perfect for spring and summer approaching. 

- Canvas zip purse 

The zip purse could be used for money, makeup or smaller items you may wish protected in your bag. The quote is really something I would say and live by. Im all for the simple pleasures in life to make you happy. Decent size zip purse with adequate space for many essential item's. 

- Diva" Luggage tag

Wow vibrant and so sparkly. This luggage tag with the sunglasses is fantastic. As the box was so black,white upon opening. My eyes diverted to this straight away and the quality fantastic, being of a study material. I love the strap is a traditional one, the buckle gives it character. Vibrant and a functional item, i really love this.

- Microfibre cleaning cloth

This is something ive needed and alway's mean to purchase. My glasses i clean every morning as part of routine. So im glad i have a cloth which is a bit more attractive to bring out in public then a little blue cloth.

- Glass nail file in holder

I have a glass nail file and holder which has always been reliable, so to have a second is brilliant as I can take one in my travel bag now. 

- Chunky wooden freestand sign

The sign is a square wooden block which is very well made and a fair weight. Painted well and high quality decorative item that im proud to have on my vanity unit.

- Absolutely fabulous ring dish

Now this is beautiful addition to anyone's vanity table. It's a dish of high quality and its golden lettering with detail. It's my favourite item within the box, its given me a place to put my smaller jewellery without risk of loss. 

This month's box is full of high quality chic item's, fitting the being fabulous quote on the inspirational card. You have the canvas bags to keep any glasses you have safe within your hand/travel bag. Also the other bag to bring any keepsake or makeup you may wish to take with you. The homeware's are beautiful for your vanity, plus have uplifting message's for each morning as you awaken. I definitely love this month's edition and it just get's better as the month's pass.