Favorites | Beauty and random!

Hey guys! Long time no see! (Or write(?) in this case!) For the past few weeks I have lost my blogging mojo and have seriously lacked in ideas for new posts. I decided that the best thing to do would be to round up all of my favorites from the last month to show you guys! I have included beauty products and a few random bits and bobs as well! I hope you enjoy! Don't forget to give me a follow or leave me a comment down below telling me what you would like to see on here next! :) P.S This is going to be a long one so grab a cuppa!

First up are the beauty products. Some of these products you may have seen before as I have featured them on my blog. I'll get started by talking about two products that I have not mentioned but have adored. As you may or may not know, I despise doing my nails. I will either let them grow really long or hack them down to the skin (gross). Now I have heard of O.P.I Nail Envy before but had never picked it up, until I was in Myer in Australia and noticed they had an offer on for the Nail Envy and the Avoplex Cuticle Oil. These products are amazing! Especially together! I have never really been into talking care of my nails, but these products make a huge difference. My nails would always break and snag but after using this nail strengthener it really has helped! The cuticle oil is also great for softening your cuticles making it easier to push them back, it also hydrates the skin around your nails leaving them looking amazing! I usually like to file my nails into shape, apply two coats of the Nail Envy, once they are dry I will them rub a little of the oil over my nail and around the edges. Bomb.com! 

Next up is the Toni and Guy Cleanse Shampoo which I have previously done a post on so click here. I only use this shampoo if my hair is in real need of a good clean. It leaves my hair feeling soft and super duper clean! I feel that it actually gives my hair more volume too as it removes all product build up from the hair! Who doesn't want that?? As for skincare I have discovered two new products and one oldie but a goodie! First we have something I purchased at the start of the week to try out, the REN Radiance Perfection Serum. I have been hearing great things about REN skincare and really wanted to try out their products and seeing as garden.co.uk (they sell Bioderma!) had an offer on a bag of REN products to try out, I jumped at the chance! (I will have more on the other products later) This is basically like any other serum, you apply it under your moisturizer morning and night, but this is not heavy at all and it does not feel like silicone, it smells like oranges too! Yum! And it leaves my skin looking and feeling great! It works well under makeup too! I will most certainly be purchasing the full size of this!

Next up is the Botanics All Bright Purifying Face Scrub. I love a good scrub and this one is no different! The scrubbing particles are not too gritty so they don't irritate your face and you could most certainly use this on a daily basis. I keep mine in the shower and it really cleans your skin after a long nights sleep. It does not have a strong smell which I think people with sensitive skin would enjoy as well as it being gentle on their skin. Next is the Witch Naturally clear Blemish Stick. I love this stuff and I used to use it when I was a teenager. You can find it in most Boots pharmacies, and I would really recommend this to anyone suffering from blemishes, this stuff will completely clear them up. I use this on my "I hate my skin days" which I am sure everyone gets from time to time. Its kind of strange feeling in that its cold and it "melts" onto your face (trust me it works) Overall a great product!

I have always loved L'Oreal and clearly they make good eye makeup as I have two products in my favourites this month! First is the L'Oreal Telescopic Mascara which I have reviewed here. I love thin wand mascaras as I feel I have more control over them and I can also get to the root of my lashes much better than with a huge wand! This makes your lashes super lengthened and separated, a big thumbs up in my book! I am also a huge fan of winged liner and wear it on my eyes almost everyday, so I am always on the lookout for a great liquid liner. I have tried gels but I cant get them to last on me. The L'Oreal Super Liner is my go to liner for the perfect cat eye. The applicator is perfectly shaped, and thin enough to get an amazing wing, the only thing I will say is that I should get the waterproof one (I think they have one..) as my eyes water a lot and this tends to wash away. :/ 

So I personally love a great contour, something that makes your cheekbones standout and really adds to a look, and that's where the Sleek Contour Kit comes in. I love this! It has replaced my Mac Harmony blush which was my go to contour colour for years! Yes, it is that good. I bought it in light as obviously, I am paler than Morticia Adams. This colour is perfect for me and i can use it to bronze up my face a bit as it is not too orange in colour. The highlighter shade in this is beautiful, I have never really been a fan of highlighters as I have combination skin but this one is just too nice not to use! A blush favourite of mine, something I also never used to wear is the Essence Silky Touch Blush in number 10 Adorable. I love this colour! I am a huge fan of peachy pink tones and this is no exception. It apply's amazingly and really is a silky touch blush. It has the tiniest amount of shimmer in it which would usually irritate me but you really cant see it once applied to the skin. And lastly we have my favourite lip product of the month, my Burts Bees Replenishing Lipbalm with pomegranate oil. Just buy it, honestly it needs no review. Its great at keeping my lips hydrated throughout the day and keeping them from chapping. Woohoo!

Now for the random favourites! Who doesn't love Autumn? Personally it is my favorite season (after summer, but Ireland doesn't get those so..) I love how things start to get chillier, you have to light a fire in the evenings and of course the autumnal candle scents. :) In walks Yankee Candle in Blissful Autumn. Boy does this smell good! I love lighting this in my room at night and it makes it so warm and cosy. I hate spicy scents so thankfully this just smells of autumn fruits and clean air. Love it! As for food, I have been eating peanut butter by the bucket load! I love it with jam on brown bread or on crackers or on a spoon.... Don't judge. It has to be crunchy peanut butter though as I cannot stand smooth! Too sticky!

So those are my favourites for the past month! I hope you enjoyed reading this guys :) I enjoyed writing it! I will try and have another post up soon. If you have any requests don't be shy and leave a comment down below! I would also like to know if you have tried any of these products or if I have enticed you to buy anything? Thanks for reading guys :) 

Sleek and Chic!

When these three products came through my letter box I did a little jump for joy! For months I had been wanting to pick up some new Sleek products as they are one of my all time favourite brands. I purchased these directly from the Sleek website and they arrived about three days later! Amazing! It didn't take me too long to pick out what I wanted as I had already decided months ago.

First up is the Blush by Three,  Limited Edition Candy Collection. When this product launched along with a pout paint and an eyeshadow palette I was already drooling. I knew I had to have something. Although I immediately wanted the eyeshadow palette, I knew it was just a tad unwearable, for me anyways. So instead, I opted for the blush palette. Wow. First of all the packaging. I am in love with the cupcake design. Super cute! Although it is not on the actual palette I still love it.

As you can see from the picture above, this is a bright palette. Do not be put off though, these colors can easily be toned down with a light hand and a lot of blending. My personal favourite is Dolly Mix. It is a blue toned pink, almost lilac looking and I adore it. I think it would look great on most skintones. Cupcake is the only cream blusher in the palette and it is a gorgeous bright pink, this again can be toned down. Candy Floss is described as a shimmery blush but I personally think it is more of a satin blush with a slight sheen. It is definitely not glittery in anyway. Its again, a bright pink but with more of a coral undertone to it. I cant stop looking at this palette! Such Eye Candy!

Next up is a product, that is talked about constantly. If you follow any other beauty blog then I am sure you have heard of this product. It is the Sleek Face Contour kit. DUH! I am constantly hearing good things about this product and I really have no idea why I didn't pick it up sooner?

I bought this is the light shade as I am super fair and it is the perfect color for me. Its not too orange, its not too dark but it still contours my face beautifully and I can actually use it to slightly bronze my face, and get a little color back into it. All I do to contour is take an angled brush, lightly tap it in the powder, suck in my cheeks and apply it directly to the hollow, the I blend like a mad woman! The highlighter shade in this is gorgeous. I am not a huge fan of super shimmery, make-your-face-look-like-a-disco-ball kind of highlighters and thankfully this is not one of those. It leaves a gorgeous, subtle highlight on top of your cheekbones, brow bone and your cupids bow. Love it!

Last but not least is an eyeshadow palette. I have already tried Sleeks Au Naturel Palette so I had a fair idea of the quality of their shadows, and I must say this one does not disappoint. I decided to pick up the Showstoppers Palette. Of course there are a few dud shades that are not as highly pigmented as the others such as Paraguaya and Oh So Special, but over all I think it is a great palette and wearable too.

L-R: Top Row - Paraguaya, Sunset, Me myself and eye, Bad Girl, Noir, Ultramattes V2
        Bottom Row - Oh So Special, Bohemian, Storm, Sparkle, Au Natural, Graphite.

This palette contains matte shades, shimmery shades and glitter shades. The overall tone of the palette is pretty neutral with a few purple, navy and corals thrown into the mix. My favorite shade from the palette is Sparkle. Its such a gorgeous shimmery peachy shade that looks amazing all over the lid or just in the inner corner. And is it just me, or are these shadows named after other palettes? Hmm.. interesting.

 L-R: Paraguaya, Sunset, Oh So Special, Bohemian

L-R: Me Myself and eye, Badgirl, Storm, Sparkle

L-R: Noir, Ultramattes V2, Au Natural, Graphite

Both the Blush by 3 Candy Collection and the Showstoppers I-divine palettes are Limited Edition so get your hands on them fast before they are gone!

Have you tried any Sleek products before? What are your thoughts on the brand?

Who doesn't Love Inglot??

L-R: AMC Highlighting Powder 83, Eyeliner Brush 31T, Eyeshadows: 346, 334, 325, Blush: 34, Nail Polish: 390, Gel Liner: 77

AMC Highlighting Powder 83

Eyeshadows: 346, 334, 325, Blush: 34

I was recently treated by my lovely boyfriend Paul (Hi Babe :D) to a voucher to Inglot. Now I have used inglot before, we received some products with our makeup kit in college including the gel liner above. I also purchased some eyeshadows, bronzer, lipsticks etc two years ago for my kit but I have since gotten rid of a few of them (GOSHDARNIT!) So I am quite familiar with Inglot products and the quality of them. Speaking of quality, Inglot definitely delivers.

I was slightly at a loss as in to what I should pick up so as I was already familiar with the gel liner and shadows they seemed like a good bet. I chose three shades of purple eyeshadow as I mostly just wear nudes so I wanted to branch out a bit more. Become more adventurous if you will. :) I am super happy with the shades I picked out. All of them are super pigmented and are matte/satin finishes, my favourite. I have not tried the gel liner yet but speaking from the last time I used it it performed great. So more on that later.

The nail polish I picked up is of course a minty colour (if you don't already know I am OBSESSED with mint/blue/turquoise) its gorgeous. I tried it on today and it is super pigmented. Two coats and you are done! Brilliant! They had a vast range of colours, it looked like a rainbow! They have a peachy coral shade that I am dying to get! I very much love my pastels. Who doesn't?

The blush is a shimmery peachy shade, not something I would normally go for having combination skin, but the girl working there convinced me it does not really show up and s just a great natural shade on the skin. As you can see from the swatch, this too is extremely pigmented. I have not tried this yet but if you would like a review please comment below :)

The highlighter, OMG THE HIGHLIGHTER! Its incredible!! I was always slightly afraid of highlighters again because of my combination skin, but after trying this my opinion has completely changed. I love it. It looks beautiful on the cheekbones, cupids bow and of course the browbone. You just have to try it. Simple as.

If you want more in depth reviews on all these products leave you comments below letting me know and I will happily do review them for you once I have tried and tested them more.

Have you tried inglot before? If so what are your favourite products from them?