Top 5 Lip products | January

L-R: Wet n Wild-Bare it All, Chanel Rouge Coco Shine- Boy, Maybelline Colour Stay- Tantalizing Taupe, Mac-Shy Girl, Clarins Instant light Natural Lip Perfector- Rose Shimmer

L-R: Wet n Wild-Bare it All, Chanel Rouge Coco Shine- Boy, Maybelline Colour Stay- Tantalizing Taupe, Mac-Shy Girl, Clarins Instant light Natural Lip Perfector- Rose Shimmer

You may be thinking these lip products look like the same colour, and yes they are all of the pinky/nude variety, but because of the slightly differing shades and finish, they are all very much needed in my life. Well, this is what I keep telling myself.

I am just obsessed with nudes and mauves and have been throughout the whole of Jan. They suit me much more than a bold lip ever has and therefore I tend to stay safe and stick to more neutral lips and more adventurous eyes and this is my kinda go-to look for night outs.

My favourite lip look has to be 'Tantalizing Taupe' by Maybelline paired with Mac 'Shy Girl' in the centre of my lip. This creates an ombre lip effect, that makes my lips have more dimension and look fuller.

Another Lip product that deserves a mention is the Wet n Wild Matte Lipstick in 'Bare it all', I got this from Amazon for only £2.50, as I heard it was a fab dupe of the incredibly popular 'Velvet Teddy' lipstick by Mac. Although I don't own Velvet Teddy, it does look like a very good match when compared to other photos and swatches I have seen and I am very very impressed, especially for the price! It's a lovely brown nude and has an amazing formula that is very pigmented with only one stroke. It has a creamy texture and is not as drying as other matte lipsticks I have tried.

Both the Chanel and Clarins Lip products are definitely more on the sheer side in terms of finish which I think makes them perfect for every day wear. They are however a lot more pigmented on the lips than on my hand, plus they feel super moisturizing on the lips, which is always a winner.

Are you a nude lip kinda gal? Has anyone else tried these shades?

Mary xo

Empties: Beauty products I will be repurchasing

It seems after my little trip across Europe I have managed to run out of all my favourite products after using them daily for 4 weeks. Not great timing when everything runs out on you at once but an excuse to go on a beauty spree after all.

1. YSL Lipstick in Peach Passion
This has to be my holy grail of lipsticks, I won't venture many places without my trusted YSL, a gorgeous colour for the summer, although that doesn't stop me from wearing it all year round.

2. Charlotte Tilbury Lip Cheat Liner
Again, this product is something I use pretty much daily. I don't know what I did before I owned this! It's an Amazing product and in such a neutral colour, I think this should be a staple in every girls beauty bag.

3. Nivea 3 in 1 Micellar Water
I love this stuff. Being a lazy girl and not being that great at keeping up with skin care, this 3 in 1 product is fuss-free and makes my skin feel great after use. It was perfect for travelling as it didn't take up much room and is better for your skin than using makeup wipes.

4. Collection 2000 concealer
I have gone through so many of these tubes and with reason, its great coverage, blends really well and at the bargain price you can't go wrong.

5. Bobbi Brown Gel Liner
Buying this over a year ago, it has been one of my fave beauty products to use. Eye liner has never been so easy to do, it glides on smoothly and doesn't budge all day. I can't wait to try Bobbi Brown's new ultra precise brush to make application even easier.


6. Max Factor infinity primer
If you are looking for something to cover your pores and hide blemishes this is not for you. If you are looking for a basic primer that extends the wear of your makeup then this is the perfect primer. It also has spf 20, which is an added bonus for your skin.

verdict: repurchasing all (sorry bank account)

Do you own any of these products? Let me know

Mary x

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Pillow Talk and Filmstar Bronze & Glow | Charlotte Tilbury Treats

Helloo, Happy New Year everyone! So I'm back for 2015 for a makeup post! I was extremely spoilt this year and I received so many beautiful presents under my tree, but two of my absolute favourites are my makeup gifts by Charlotte Tilbury. I have wanted to try these for soo long! Everything about the range screams luxury, from the beautiful rose gold packaging to the gorgeous shades of lippy. One of the beauty products extremely raved about this year was the lip cheat liner in 'Pillow Talk' so I just had to try it especially as I love lip liners and really think they enhance your lip shape.

 This liner definitely lived up to the hype, it is THE best liner I have used so far, it is velvety on the lips and glides on so effortlessly, unlike some cheaper liners I have tried that can sometimes be a bit chalky on the lips. It is the most perfect pinky nude colour and you can even wear this all over your lips, on its own and it still looks fab.

I was also lucky to the get the bronze and glow, contour and highlight kit and I love it. It is so pretty!! The powder is very pigmented and the colour is lovely on the skin, especially the highlighter, it adds a beautiful shimmery effect to the cheek bone. 

This will definitely be my go to bronzer from now on and I can't wait to add more Charlotte Tilbury makeup to my collection.

  Here are a couple of pictures of me using both the products..

Has anyone else tried these products? What do you think?

Love Mary xo

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XMAS WISHLIST | MAKEUP

Hellooo, I've been slacking recently but I'm back and my god these weeks have gone fast..its nearly Christmaaaas and I am definitely getting into the festive spirit! 
My mum has recently asked me what I wanted gift wise and my immediate thought was makeup(I can't help it) I am constantly seeing new products I am desperate to try them..but with little money and being a student I have resisted. So, I thought I would share some of the makeup that I have been lusting after ...

1. Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk Foundation

I love finding new foundations and I have been using Rimmel's Wake Me Up foundation for a while now, and although it does the job I really wanted to find a foundation that is more natural looking and this one has amazing reviews, saying it gives such a flawless look. Being quite pricey at £36, it would be the ideal treat from Santa.

2. Charlotte Tillbury- Film star Killer Cheekbone Set: Bronze and Glow

The Beauty world has gone slightly contour crazy, with people wanting to re-create Kim Kardashian's famous sculpted face, I too have decided to jump on the band wagon and I am intrigued to see if contouring really does work. Charlotte Tillbury, who is a famous makeup artist for the stars brought this filmstar set out and I am dying to try it. Just look at the packaging, it oozes glamour and luxury and will look beautiful on my dresser.

3. Charlotee Tillbury- Lip Cheat:Pillow Talk and Lipstick:Bitch Perfect

The other Kardashian always in the media is Kylie Jenner, with lots of debate about her lips, are they fake? Is it just lip liner? Who cares, they look good and everyone wants to achieve this fuller lip. One product which is frequently mentioned is the lip cheat Pillow Talk, the perfect 'your lips but better' shade. I use lip liner and have to say they really do enhance your lips, they make your lipstick last longer and just overall add more definition to your lips. I have a feeling this will be my go-to lip product in the future. Again the packaging is soo pretty, I want all of Charlotte Tillbury's range!

4. Anastasia Beverley Hills- Dipbrow Pomade

 I don't know if I am slow, but I recently found this brand on Instagram as I had seen a few people tag this product when it came to eyebrows. It seems to be a cult beauty buy and I really cool new way to transform eyebrows. Being a big eyebrow person I am keen to get my hands on these so I can see if they live up to the hype. They also come in a whole host of colours to suit everyone's shade.

5.Mac Pigments

 Who doesn't love glitter!? It makes me so excited and I wish I could wear glitter on my face everyday, if only it was acceptable :( But as we are getting into the Christmas party season glitter is the perfect way to glam up an outfit. All of these shades are to die for and would look amazing on the eyes,

I hope you liked this post and I have given you guys some Makeup inspiration. If anyone has tried these products I would love to hear your thoughts?

Mary xo 

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FOTD | How much is my face worth!?

Helloo, so this tag has been around a while but I've always wanted to do it, so why not? I'm so interested to find out how much my face is worth although I'm probably in for a shock.

I don't really have an 'everyday' makeup look as I am constantly changing it up depending on my mood so I just decided to do it on a day when I was going out and use that makeup.

I kinda went for a kylie Jenner inspired look today so I apologise for the pouty pictures! I love the nude lip look so I went for a darker lip today using my new Nyx lip liner in Coffee!

(sorry the photo's are not that great quality)

My Makeup:

Collection 2000 concealer £4.19

Benefit Big Beautiful Eyes £25.50

Rimmel Wake me up foundation £8.99

Naked 2 Palette £37

MUA Bronzing Powder £1

Clarins Bronzing Duo £28

Lancome Hypnose Doll Eyes Mascara £22.50

Bobbi Brown Gel Liner £18

Nyx LiP liner £3.50

Clarins Rouge Eclat Lipstick in Woodrose £19.50

Total: £140.18!!

Woah. Okay that is ALOT of money, I have one pricey face! Haha! It does seem a bit ridiculous but Makeup is the one thing in my life that I like to splurge my money on and I enjoy buying luxury items now and again.I don't think I will change my ways but it was fun to do this and interesting to find out.

Hope you liked this post and comment below if you know how much your face is worth, would love to know?

Mary xo

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