Rimmel VoxBox!

Hey there!

I wanted to share with you about my latest VoxBox that I got free through Influenster... I was so excited when this came through the post (It was my first one!), I had been really looking forward to trying their foundation in particular.

A lot of foundations I have tried recently have been fairly heavy and have not made my skin feel very fresh or natural so when I first used Rimmel's Lasting Finish Foundation, I was sooooo happy!
It has an interesting applicator like a lipgloss wand (It probably has a proper name, sorry) which actually makes it so much easier to apply.
The foundation itself really is very lasting! It doesn't clog my skin at all and it gives a gorgeous finish. I am so happy with it.

I also got their concealer which I do really like, but wasn't quite so excited about. I like the actual product when applied very much, however I feel like the sponge applicator didn't dispense the concealer very well sometimes and so made it hard to use.

Two products were included within the package as an extra... One was a beautiful Moisture Renew Lipstick in the shade, Vintage Pink which I actually already own (I love it so much!) it's such a pretty and unique colour, it has a purple tone but not too much, helping it to be a great everyday/workwear shade. I would definitely recommend it!
The second was their Sculpting Palette which includes a highlighter, bronzer and blush, it's a nice set actually and is good to have everything in one. They are all really nice colours too so I have been using them all daily! (I'm a bit of a newbie to highlighters, so I approve of this!)

So that's my review of my Rimmel products within my VoxBox! I have been really happy with each of these and incorporate them into my daily makeup looks. The only thing I am not so keen on is the fact Rimmel test on animals :( I have just started to become more and more aware of this and so from now on will make sure I look out for the non cruelty to animals symbol <3

Let me know what you think and if you've tried any of these products! Also if you have any questions about Influenster then feel free to ask away :)

Jessica x

Most Wanted

Hey there,

So I was just doing a bit of online shopping when I thought to myself... I'm doing a bit too much online shopping :| Don't we all have that moment? Or do some of you have better control?! (Hats off to you if so!)

That led me to write this blog post, my most wanted items! I thought I would put them on a list and if I still want them in a week or two then I guess they're not going anywhere :)

Here they are:

1. Bourjois Happy Light Primer

I found this on ASOS as they normally have some good makeup deals. At the moment this one is reduced from £10.99 to £7.69 which is a nice amount off if you need a new primer! 

Has anyone tried this? Let me know what you think!

2. High Neck Bikini

Everyone knows how popular these are at the moment! I'd really like to find one because they look super cool... Plus it's always fun buying new swimwear :) The summer is only just beginning!

I found this one from Missguided, it's only £10 for the top which I thought was pretty good!

3. Choker Necklace

You see a lot of the regular black suede band choker necklaces which are cool, but this is a little different to the norm and caught my eye. It's a really pretty chain with a lovely square pendant in the middle. It's only £5 at ASOS and they're still doing free delivery! I have been inspired a lot recently by Stephanie Pratt's Instagram page... She has some lovely necklaces :)

4. elf Studio Flawless Finish Foundation

 


Now, I don't know about you, but when I buy something it's usually based the reviews! I had a look on Youtube at some beauty blogger's reviews on this foundation and the few I saw said they really liked it. They mentioned it has good coverage and I am a little worried it may be slightly too heavy but would like to give it a go. It's only £7.50

5. Cushions...

Lastly I wanted to add something for the home. As you may know, (From my last post) I am going to be moving into my first flat on Tuesday! (Yayyyy!!) and so thought this would be fitting!
This gorgeous cushion is much too expensive for me, but was one of the most lovely patterns I had seen. This is Ralph Lauren and costs a whole £59 :'( If any of you are rich and lucky enough to be able to buy this gem, then the link is in the title above!

Thats all folks. Let me know your thoughts :)

J x

SO EXCITED! Real Techniques Brushes

Hello, hello, hello!! 

I am so excited because today my Real Techniques Brushes finally arrived! Waiting for a delivery is just the most frustrating thing... Especially when it is something to do with makeup :))

I ordered the Nic's Picks set, which includes the following brushes:

• Duo-Fiber Face Brush
• Cheek Brush
• Angled Shadow Brush
• Base Shadow Brush
• Eyeliner Brush

 I mainly ordered this set because I had wanted the Eyeliner Brush - There were a few other sets which included this brush... Or I could buy it as a single brush (Which is wayyy more expensive), but this set stood out to me! 

I liked the fact there was a range of brushes, with face ones as well as just eye brushes. The main reason I wanted the Eyeliner Brush was to use it for my eyebrows :)

Any of the brushes I have to do my eyebrows with at the moment are too chunky, and this doesn't work for doing intricate and detailed brows. This one is a lot more refined and helps to create very fine lines! 

Some of the other brushes look fab too... Especially the Cheek Brush (Which is exclusive to this set) and the Base Shadow Brush

Who else has got this set? Have you tried the Eyeliner Brush? What are your favourite Real Techniques brushes?

Looking forward to hearing your replies! 

Jelaca x

Something You - Bloggers Blog Awards!

Bloggers Blog Awards!

So excited as this is the first thing I have entered my blog for, I understand I am aiming high, but it would be so exciting to be considered for this! :) Let me know if you've entered too..!

Something Borrowed - Paloma Faith Copy Cat

Paloma Faith Copy Cat

When I was about 16, I was so in love with Paloma Faith's style. I thought her hair and makeup was fantastic and so different, so I thought I'd make it my aim in life to look like her. 

Yes, it's funny I know, but I'm sure we've all done it...! (Well maybe not with Paloma, but hey ho)

I went to the extremes of dying my hair ginger, analysing all of her makeup looks and even cutting a full fringe once in order to achieve her look. 

When I look back on this it does make me laugh! Despite the fact I can safely say that I am out of this phase, I do still like trying out makeup looks and seeing how makeup can completely change your appearence. It's crazy really, but quite fun if you've got a bit of time on your hands and a creative mood!

So what I want to know is if any of you have had a stage in your life when you have tried so hard to look like someone. If so, who were they? It would be great to see pictures too if you have any! 

Thanks for reading, catch you later x