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

Tips for a more healthy week!

Hey!

I have been thinking about being healthier a lot recently but when I say thinking, I really do just mean thinking! So I thought I would do a post for anyone out there like me, who has all the right intentions but just needs a bit of a steer in the right direction.

I find it so hard to work up the motivation to be healthy and I think it's because I want fast results, but that's not going to happen in reality. Our health is something we constantly need to be working at and I think that's what I find the hardest!

I've come up with a few things that you and I can both give a go!!

1. Drink more water...

Sounds sooooooo boring - Sorry. However it really is a good tip! Even if you just make sure you have 1 or 2 more glasses more than you currently have then thats a good start. Water is great for so many things such as your skin, your brain, your kidneys...! Why not switch one of your multiple cups of tea (and I know how hard that is) for a glass of water?!

2. Tidy some drawers or a room

This point I was thinking more of the healthy mind kind of thing. People always say that thing that goes something like, "tidy home, tidy mind" so it must be true. I've actually been sorting out my bedroom and in particular my drawers. They were so messy inside before and I didn't really know the half of what was in there! Now that I've cleared it all out I feel like I can think straight and I don't have to do an inward groan every time I open the drawer...

3. Get an early night

Now I am definitely not someone who does this much... Well ever, to be really honest. I always have it in my head that I can just browse a few more things on Instagram or something and before I know it, it's 47 minutes later and midnight! I think the key is to set yourself a time of when you would like to be in bed, lights out and really stick to it. I would like to do that by 10 and I will definitely try! I promise!

4. Find one fruit or vegetable that you really enjoy!

Again sorry that this is such a typical, dull point. It is very important though, especially as we are coming up to the Autumn where it is going to get colder and people will have colds!
I absolutely love avacados, I think they are manna sent down from heaven. Lucikily for me, they are extremely healthy! Yay me! So maybe you like them too? If not (and I really find it hard to believe that anyone would dislike them), I'm almost certain there will be some other kind of fruit or vegetable that you actually really like. Why not browse the supermarket isle and try something you've not had before? :)

5. Spare some time just to do nothing

I think it is very important to set some time aside for yourself. Even if just an evening where you don't have any plans except maybe a date with Netflix and a pizza (or an avacado). It is so good to be able to just completely switch off, take off all your makeup and relax! We live such hectic lives where we are just have one thing after another to do, so just don't do anything for a change!
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If you're the opposite and you are doing nothing more than you are doing something then I suggest the pointer for you could be to spare time for doing something with other people. Why not meet up with a friend and spend a couple of hours of quality time together? You definitely won't regret it, building relationships with people is always a good idea. They'd probably really appreciate that you took the time to think of them!

That's it! That's enough healthy-ness for one post. I will definitely be trying to give these things a go, let me know if you've got any other good tips we can all try out too.

Till next time,
Jessica x

RoseGal Favourites

Hello everyone!

I hope everyone's been having a lovely couple of weeks since my last post, we have been having such amazing weather this last week, I've really enjoyed it! How about you?

I'm really excited to share with you a new online clothing store that I've found, they're called RoseGal and have got a super cool range of items!!

I've picked out a few of my favourite clothes for you to see along with their links (in case you like them too!!) along with a lovely discount code as a present from myself and RoseGal if you're interested!

Firstly...

High Neck Palm Print Bikini

I love this so much!! This is a high neck bikini and as you've probably noticed, these have been really in this summer, especially with the palm print design. I haven't really tried high neck bikinis until now but I think they're so different to the usual design and shape so a great choice if you want something a bit more unique.

Red Bikini

Seeing as its still summer (just about) and because I'm slightly optimistic that we will continue to have lovely weather, I thought that it would be okay to include another bikini that caught my eye!
I don't actually have a red one at the moment but have been looking out for one recently and I think this will be a good option! Its super cute and such a gorgeous shade that I just wish I had actually found it sooner...

Striped Jumpsuit

I loved this as soon as I saw it, the stripes really make it work so well and add to the fun, summery vibe. I find jumpsuits so good for warm holidays because they're really lightweight and cool to wear helping you not feel so overheated!!

Knot Bracelet

Lastly I wanted to share this simple yet charming gold knot bracelet... I think it is so cool and could really add the finishing touch to an outfit! I'm not sure if I prefer gold or silver jewellery these days but I really did like this so wanted to show you too! They have other really nice styles too.

So that's a selection of some of my favourite things from RoseGal. Let me know what you think! They've got a summer sale on at the moment as you can see in the photo below, the discount code for an extra 10% off is RGEN

Enjoy!

Jessica x 

Where have I been!?

Hi guys!

I hope you're all okay! The sunshine is actually out today for a change, I could to so far as to say it feels like summer! (Almost)

Well I thought I would do a post today to say I am so very sorry for deserting you all and not posting for what feels like a decade... I have been so busy with one thing or another so my mind unfortunately hasn't been on my blog.

I have been doing a lot on Instagram though and I'm really enjoying it! If you have it too do you fancy following each other? I really like to support the other makeup bloggers so always like to help and follow back where I can!

So if you're interested... http://www.instagram.com/jessicacantell

My latest post has been featuring a new book I've been reading called, 'The Last Letter From Your Lover' by Jojo Moyles - I love her books, she's such a good author. Have any of you got any good book suggestions?

Lovely to be writing with you again, hope to post again soon and do head over to Instagram too if you'd like to be friends there 😄

All the best,
Jessica x

Moving in Day!

EXCITING...! 

So on Tuesday I am going to be moving into my new flat!!! It's my first ever home and I can't wait for the day to come! I just wanted to share this with you all to let you know what I'm doing at the mo :)

When I'm all settled it will be much easier to post blog posts and do photos etc, because I'll be able to spread out and it will just be me. Maybe in the next couple of weeks I'll do a post to show it to you guys!

Hope you're all okay, speak soon :) <3

EU Referendum - In or Out?

So there's been a lot of talk and anger about the result of whether or not we stay in the EU.

I don't know what your thoughts are on this and maybe I'm opening a whole can of worms by posting about this, I don't know!

I'll start by saying, what did you want to happen today? Did you vote yesterday?

I hope I am not criticized by sharing my thoughts on this... I know a lot of people on Facebook have been saying it is such a mistake and that they are so upset to have left! However, I am going to honestly say that I wanted to leave.

I know that there are a lot of scary things that could happen now that we have left, but I also feel that the Eurpean Union was beginning to get very controlling and we don't know what things they could restrict us with in the future. It's all up in the air at the moment and there is a lot of worry, but we have to let the dust settle as this is going to be a long process.

We are still European! I don't see why they wouldn't want us in the Eurovision - Australia were even in it the last two years! (Plus we're so fab, they'd miss us too much!) 

All I want to say really, is don't worry too much if you're upset about this... Britain is an amazing country and we have done such fantastic things in the past, so we can get through this.

Would love to hear your thoughts... Please don't be too mean to me! 

Oh, and I almost forgot. Poor David Cameron has lost his job, so I thought I'd share a sketch I did of him!

Hope you have a lovely rest of the day... Maybe now when people ask if you're an innie or outy they won't be talking about belly buttons?

Jelaca x

Something You - Scrunchies...

Hello!

Sorry it's been a while... a year even ;) (I had to say it!) I hope you all had a wonderful festive season, now that it is all out of the way, I am focused on my blog again as I feel it has had rather a long Christmas break. 

I was having a think about what I could do for my first post back kind of thing, and had a think about something I've wanted and have been meaning to get into for a little while. That is scrunchies! 

When I say "get into" I mainly mean because I don't think I'm cool enough yet to wear them, but they're certainly something I want to start wearing this 2016.

Topshop have some really cute colours available. Considering they are mainly priced at £4, you may want to be careful when selecting the colour you want (Unless you got loads of money for Christmas and want to bash out!)

Here is a small selection with buy links from their website: Topshop Scrunchies

All of these styles should be on that page. Enjoy :)

Something You - A Very Simple Nail Look...

Hope you are all having a wonderful last day of the week! Tomorrow is the weekend so we can all be happy :)

I thought I would post a little simple nail look for you all to copy! It is so simple that I don't think I can even call it a tutorial, but it is pretty so I thought I'd share <3

Step One: Firstly using a dark red nail polish just paint 1-2 coats. You can even alter this look by using a dark blue or purple instead, whichever you fancy most!

Step Two: Using Lottie London's nail polish in To and FROW, just paint over the base coat. You'll only need one coat of this as there is a lot of glitter coverage! 
*You may want to apply a clear coat over the top, as it isn't as shiny as you might like.

Step Three: Oh wait... That's it! It's really that simple ;)

Hope you like this, let me know what you think! Happy weekend for tomorrow xxx

Something New - Makeup Buys...

Hello!

Yesterday I went to Superdrug and noticed they had the 3 for 2 offer (where you spend hours in the shop looking for the third free item...) I am guilty and have to say I found this too hard to resist! 

So after seeing Revolution's eyeshadow palettes at such an amazing price I went on the hunt for two other products to go with the deal.

The Revolution pallete I chose was Iconic 3 for only £4! :O I chose this because of the pink and peachy shades and the range of tones within the set. This is something I think is very important with palettes as you often get some that don't have very dark shades, they can sometimes be very medium tones which can make it difficult to create dramatic looks!

After using this today, I can say I am very happy with it. The colours show up really well and the pigmentation is fabulous! The range of different shades is great, so really helps with building up tones for a smokey eye look.

I may have to have a look at some of their other palettes (and start all over with the 3 for 2 offer... Yay!)

The second product I bought was another from Revolution. I was in need of a new liquid eyeliner, so I thought I would give their one a go. At only £3.50, I couldn't really go wrong ;) It is called Double Flick and Thin and has two ends. One end is obviously thin and the other thick! I used the thin side this morning and felt it was great for precision and creates a really great flick! I was a little apprehensive as anyone is with using a new eyeliner, but have to say I was pleasantly surprised and it is definitely worth the money.

I was initially looking for something for under £3/4 so that I wouldn't have to spend more than I had intended... Not that I had intended to buy 3 items in the first place! However as you do, I came across Lottie London. I found their nail polish range and was so excited to see To and FROW! What a gorgeous colour it is... It has pink/red glitter with a blue shimmer and looks absolutely gorgeous on! Now, I did spend more than £3/4, as this polish was £5.99 which I would normally not pay for a nail varnish, but as this was in the offer, it only cost me a little bit..!

I find it works best if you use a base coat of a deep blue or maybe even a dark pink colour, as it really brings out the sparkle :) I will show you a nail tutorial for this if people would like to see it!

Let me know what you think of these products, have any of you tried these?

Thanks for reading, Jelaca <3 

Something Borrowed - Aloha Lola!

Just wanted to share this with you all! I recently discovered Aloha Lola and they did a sketch of my profile picture! I think it's great :)

Aloha Lola creates really cool caricatures (like mine!) and tailored greeting cards too, so go and check them out if you're interested!

Twitter: https://twitter.com/AlohaLolaCards

Hope you're all having a lovely day! Jelaca x

Something You - Shop Focus : Coconut Lane

This "Shop Focus" is dedicated to Coconut Lane! It is a brand that I have just come across and I love some of their things, I think you will too :)

They're very quirky and a fabulous place to start if you're looking for a really cute gift for someone (Or yourself...) Below are some of my favourite items, just click on the picture if you want the link to buy!

Oh and by the way... Here's 20% off if you use this code! jelaca20

Sterling Silver Elephant Stud Earrings - £9.50

 

18k Gold Plated Arrow Ring - £8.50 (Also available Silver Plated or Rose Gold Plated)

Marble IPhone Case (5/5S or 6) - £12

 

Mirrored IPhone 6 Case - £7 

Something You - Winter Nails

Winter Nails

I thought I would do my first tutorial style blog post, as I had an idea for Winter inspired nails! I know it's not perfect, but try to look past the rough edges! Hope you like this...

 

Step One: Start off by painting your nails with one-two coats of white nail polish and wait until they have completely dried. 

 

Step Two: It is important that they are completely dry, otherwise this next step will ruin them! Next you will need to use some nail tip guides and place them half way up your nail.

 

Step 3:  Paint over the nail with a baby blue nail polish. I used Maybelline's Super Stay Gel Nail Colour in Sea Sky. Again I would suggest using two coats.

  

Step 4: Once the polish is COMPLETELY dry(!) gently peel off the tip guide...

 

Step 5: Lastly you will need to go over the whole nail with a clear glitter coat. This is actually really good if your nail painting isn't so neat because the glitter can disguise imperfections sometimes! 

So there you have it! Let me know if you like it :) Once again, sorry if the tutorial isn't perfect, I just hope it could give you an idea of how to create this look yourself x

Something You - What I love about Autumn/Winter!

What I love about Autumn/Winter!

Picture this... The rain pouring down outside with the frosty cold wind that accompanies the Winter season (I'm really selling it so far). However your are nice and warm with your pjs on and the softest blanket around you while you're sipping on a smooth cup of hot chocolate watching Disney movies. HOW GREAT DOES THAT SOUND!?

I think the beginning of Autumn is my favourite season! It is such a nice feeling when you realise that you can now finally wear your winter coat and clothes :)

I just feel like Summer is always disappointing, you may get a week of wonderful sunshine, but unless you go abroad then that is usually it! At least with the later part of the year you can be sure of the weather.

Not only this but I don't feel so guilty about staying in and doing cosy things such as watching the telly or writing blog posts (Very important things!).

So what do you like about Autumn/Winter the best? Hopefully it's not the end of it that you prefer! I'll tell you one other thing, the best thing about it... CHRISTMAS! Who's counting down?

J x

Something You - Shop Focus: ASOS

Shop Focus: ASOS

Every now and then I like to focus on a particular shop/brand's range. Today I have chosen ASOS, one of the main reasons I love this shop is because delivery is free and so are returns! This takes away any fears of online shopping (if you have them...) as it doesn't cost anything if you don't want it anymore :)

I have picked out a few of their "New In" items which I particularly like, and hope you will too. Enjoy! Oh... and again, links are in the titles of the items.

Smock Dress - £35

Cable Knit Jumper - £40

Split Front Dress - £42

Oasis Poncho - £36

Suede Backpack - £35

 

Something Through - Max Factor Clump Defy

 This mascara is nearly coming to an end! :(

I bought this after having tried other Max Factor mascaras before and I really like this!
Normally when I put mascara on I have to use eyelash curlers because otherwise the mascara goes clumpy. However this mascara I can apply with no prep and it goes on almost perfectly without clumps! (Hence the name...)

It has quite hard bristles which I used to avoid before, but have really come round since using this and some of Max Factor's other mascaras, I think that all helps with achieving no clumps.
Another thing I really like about this is that the wand is bowed and therefore enables a really easy application and makes your lashes look great!

It is currently sold at £10.99 in Boots stores and I definitely think it is worth it. It is as good as any of the higher priced mascaras I have tried and sometimes Boots even do a 3 for 2 deal which makes it even better (they are at the moment!), so in my opinion, it is very good value for money :)

Thank you for reading! x

Something NEW, something THROUGH, something BORROWED, something YOU!

Hope you like my new title. This is the theme that my blog posts will follow! Let me explain it to you:  

Something New These posts will be to do with new cosmetic products, clothing items etc that I have bought. Hence the “Something New” part :) 

Something Through Something through basically means products or items that I have now finished using that I may want to review 

Something Borrowed These will be style steals or beauty tips that I have learnt from other bloggers or seen elsewhere! I will always do my best to let you know where they are from :) 

Something You! Something You! Something that will interest you… (hopefully this won’t be the only part that will interest you) These posts will be carefully selected videos, products and other things that I think you might like :) These will also include any blog posts suggested by you! 

Thank you everyone! Look forward to sharing x

New Blog!

I have started so many blogs over the years! I think I get too excited at the beginning and then get stuck for post ideas…

I’m not going to do that this time though and if anyone reading wants to help me keep going, then you would be most welcome! So what I’m really asking, is for any ideas, suggestions or requests for posts.

Until then I will just be posting reviews of my favourite products, maybe some tutorials and posts like that :)

I really hope you will like them and find them interesting! I am looking forward to sharing this blog with you.

All the best,

Jelaca x