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FRIDAY FIVE: VALENTINE’S RED LIPSTICKS

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my lips wearing sephora cream lip stain in 01 always red
On my lips: Sephora Cream Lip Stain in 01 Always Red

A classic red lip is one of the few make-up looks that never goes off out of style (preach it, TayTay). Red lips are synonymous with timeless elegance, glamour and a hefty dose of instant sex appeal but a red lip isn’t just for a special occasion. Whether you’re wanting to dress up a casual look or to add something to transition a look from day to night, a dash of red lipstick can be a complete game-changer. From matte to glossy, bright or deep hues, everyone has an opinion on which red lipstick is The Ultimate.

Here are five of my favourites… Continue reading “FRIDAY FIVE: VALENTINE’S RED LIPSTICKS” →

MAKE UP STORAGE INSPIRATION

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make-up storage inspiration
Top row: left, middle, right   Bottom row: left, middle, right

My misson for this weekend is to finally get my make-up storage sorted and get something crossed off my “To Do” list. The obligatory Muji order has been placed and was delivered this morning so it’s time to make merry with my label maker and whip my collection into super organised shape!

As any rational, sane person with only a teeny, tiny Pinterest addiction would do, I’ve obviously spent hours some time scouring the internet for inspiration. In the end I’ve gone for a combination of the Muji acrylic drawers to sit on top of my IKEA Malm dressing table for my everyday make-up essentials and have decided to shamelessly copy the method that the amazing Claire Marshall uses in her vanity for housing the rest of my collection. Continue reading “MAKE UP STORAGE INSPIRATION” →

BEAUTY REVIEW: BENEFIT ULTRA PLUSH LIPGLOSSES

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Benefit Ultra Plush Lipglosses

Benefit Ultra Plush Lip Gloss are a line of gloss shades inspired by Benefit’s popular Boxed Powders. I have three mini versions of these, two from the Benefit Beauty Advent Calendar and one from a Beauty Kit that I was given as a birthday present last year.

I didn’t expect to like these and thought the concept was a little gimicky but they’re actually fantastic lip glosses. I don’t really wear lipglosses generally, because long hair and lipgloss just isn’t a good combination, but the formula of these is perfect for me. It doesn’t feel at all sticky, is light-weight, moisturising and feels silky on the lips, more like a balm than a gloss, with an almost cushioning / plumping feel. Continue reading “BEAUTY REVIEW: BENEFIT ULTRA PLUSH LIPGLOSSES” →