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Friday 26 June 2009
You Tube review - Anatomicals Help The Paw hand cream
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Thursday 16 April 2009
30% Off MAC Lipsticks!
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Labels: MAC
Wednesday 8 April 2009
Too Faced Quickie Chronicles.
Spring clean your makeup bag with these great little makeup palettes from Too Faced. Each one has 2 lip glosses, 2 eyeshadows, and a blusher. Wether you are trying to create a fresh daytime look with the Cupcake, or a more sultry evening look with the Temptress, these palettes definately have everything required.
They are also the perfect size to slip into your handbag which is great for when you just need to do a bit of a touch-up whilst you're out. Why not create a 'Tempting Cupcake' look by combining the products from both palettes? What could possibly be better!
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Labels: Review
Tuesday 7 April 2009
WIN!
Win this amazing Holiday Hair book from Charles Worthington!
All you have to do to enter this great competition is add a photo of your 'holiday hair' to the comments section below and we will choose the best one.
Looking forward to seeing all your hair do's.
(competition closes on 20th April)
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Labels: Competition
Your Makeup - Quality vs Quantity?
Creating the perfect makeup collection can be just as much of an art as applying your eye liner. Should you stock up on various types and colours of eye shadow, blush, and nail polish, just because they are on the cheaper side? Or is it wiser to focus on a few key higher-end basics, like foundation, mascara, and lip gloss, to make sure you're getting the best quality? Well, no matter how tight your budget, you can still build a fabulous assortment of makeup that you can rely on.
One safe approach is to single out two or three high quality makeup products to be at the top of your shopping list. For example, that high-end foundation that you would feel naked without such as YSL Radiant Touch, or the luxury brand of mascara that sets off your eyes like no other for a night on the town e.g. Dior Show Waterproof Mascara. These would take top priority for your collection. Then after you've procured those essentials, the rest of your makeup budget can go towards fleshing out your collection with more economical products. Think high street nail polish and eye shadows. They often look just as good as name brands, plus you can assemble a whole spectrum of colour possibilities on the cheap.
One benefit of stocking up on economical makeup is that it prolongs the shopping experience. You get all the fun of hunting for good deals and picking out just the right shades for your complexion. And, since these products don't eat up your budget as quickly you can treat yourself to these beauty buying adventures more often. Be sure to take into account which products are your day-to-day essentials. If a certain shade of lipstick or eye liner in your collection is always worn down to the nub, maybe it's worthwhile finding a similar, cheaper alternative that gives you the same look. That way you can replenish these items more regularly, but it won't cost you as much.
What it all boils down to is finding the right mix of quality and quantity that works within your budget and still takes into account your makeup essentials. That way you can rest assured that you have your go-to products, but you also get to treat yourself to a more cost effective beauty haul. A makeup collection that unites quality and quantity is a beautiful thing indeed.
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Labels: Beauty Articles
Wednesday 1 April 2009
Get Papped!
Always on the hunt for a really nice body lotion I recently stumbled upon this delicious body lotion from Tigi - Papayarazzi.
I say "delicious" because it does actually smell good enough to devour!....although for health & safety reasons I wouldn't recommend it. The cute peachy/pink colour is very girlie (that's why I like it). Whereas some body lotions are uber thick or greasy, the texture of this lotion is really light and easily absorbed into the skin leaving it feeling - and smelling - amazing!
Just as described on the back of the bottle, this body lotion will make you the centre of attention and for all the right reasons.
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Friday 27 March 2009
Review - Bliss Fat Girl Slim
I’ve always been a sceptic when it comes to anti cellulite products but when I was asked to review Bliss Fat Girl Slim I thought I’d give it a go. After all, my resolution to go to the gym 3 times a week in 2009 hit the dust long ago!
Well, I’ve been using Fat Girl Slim for three weeks now and I have to admit that I can definately see and feel the difference. My thighs are certainly much smoother than before and the less than attractive dimpling is beginning to look firmer. I actually look like I’ve been to the gym - and using Fat Girl Slim is certainly much less effort.
I’m a convert - I just wish I could have it delivered by the truck load!
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Labels: Review