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A review of Barry M Cosmetics Fixing and Setting Spray
A Barry M setting spray can be a great drugstore purchase to add to your makeup routine. But with so many to choose from how will you know which to get? Why use a setting spray? I used to be quite against make-up fixing sprays as their main ingredient is water and most used to cost a ridiculous price. However these three from Barry M-an ethical brand with vegan products-have a great price point and work perfectly. I actually really love and recommend these setting sprays! Obviously a setting spray can not change the quality of the makeup or makeup application but they can help it to last longer and,…
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Flutter by Superdrug Sheet Masks
Skincare review-Flutter sheet mask I happened to pick up a Flutter sheet mask in a local Superdrug store promising clean and fun skin care. Flutter by Superdrug carries a range of printed sheet masks at affordable prices and is suitable for sensitive skin. Flutter sheet mask and headband £1.49 Superdrug 4.5/5 When I purchased my mask I purchased a set of two masks and a headband with ears. These were printed with a sausage dog design which is currently out of stock but Superdrug does have a listing for a panda mask. This is the same mask with a different print. What do you get in a set? This great…
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The Original Unicorn Brushes from Unicorn Cosmetics
Makeup Brush Review How beautiful are these cruelty-free unicorn brushes from Unicorn Cosmetics? These are the 2nd Edition (now mint green) of their original set. I love them! 😍 Well worth every penny, each brush is perfect for its job and a joy to use. (Pictures are taken pre-use!). Each set comes with a card explaining each brush which makes them accessible for all as it explains the use, and effectively reason, for each brush in the large collection! Do the unicorn brushes last? My set was purchased as a present from a friend who had had the original set (purchased by me) for 2 years previously and still loved(s) them…
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Studio London, A Review of Superdrug’s Eye and Face palette
A quality review of a multipurpose palette from Superdrug Studio London is a makeup brand within the Superdrug family. I can not resist something glittery so when I saw Superdrug’s glittery gold eye and face palette on sale at £9, and vegan too. I had to give it a go! Review of Studio London Palette Here I give you a full make-up look using this palette. I’ll give you a run down of everything I thought, these are my personal opinions and relate my own skin types and tone. (I personally have dark blonde hair and pale skin with a yellowy olive tone) Face and base The makeup set has…
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Review of Barry M topcoats and basecoats
The best and the worst topcoats and basecoats Wondering which Barry M topcoats and basecoats is best for your manicure? Barry M is one of my top brands for nail products. Colourful, affordable, accessible via shops and online, cruelty free and based in the UK this brand is a great starting point into nail polish, nail art and makeup too. However as with all brands some products are better than others! Check out my reviews below on some of their key basics for nail art-top coats and base coats Topcoats A topcoat goes on top of your nail polish to protect your nails, it also generally adds shine (unless the…
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How To Train Your Dragon nail art
Nail art featuring Hiccup, Toothless and friends I recently created some How to Train Your Dragon nail art inspired by the film series. I used them to illustrate some reviews of the films I wrote for my film and travel blog. The Inspiration How to Train Your Dragon is a collection of films and shorts as well as a tv series. They explore the animated Viking island of Berk, its leader Hiccup and the people’s relationships with dragons. The films are a great family-friendly movie, particularly the first one. With jokes on all levels and a deeply moving set of characters and stories. Links for each of the reviews can…
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Is Gosh Lash Growth Serum worth it?
Skincare review Gosh Lash Serum claims to give you longer lashes. Who doesn’t like the idea of longer, thicker lashes permanently without application or makeup? Why have a lash serum? With such a wide range of fake eyelashes and eyelash application options available in the UK its obvious that we all are after this end result! For myself I find attached eyelashes obvious and irritating, weighing down my eyes so if I could find a product which could change my natural lashes I’m all for it! So I decided to purchase “Gosh Growth Serum-The Secret of Longer Lashes” from Superdrug to see if it would make a difference to my lashes. Currently,…
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Why do a Low Buy or No Buy Challenge?
Modern Consumerism and the Beauty Industry. How I plan to buy less and use more. A low-buy or no-buy challenge is exactly what it says on the tin. We currently live in such a throwaway society. Modern Western society is all about consuming, adverts are everywhere and we are encouraged to buy and ‘collect’ all the time. However, it is not doing our planet any good. The damage caused by trends and our throw-away society The amount of damage caused to the planet from the use of water, electricity, natural resources, plastic and so much more to create the products is phenomenal not to mention the damage caused at the…
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How to apply makeup correctly
Top tips for everyday makeup Today I want to talk about how to apply makeup ‘correctly’. Makeup should be fun First of let me say that beauty trends change what is in/out of fashion. I think the most important thing with makeup is to do what suits you and what you enjoy. Makeup should be fun. Try trends out and new techniques, but go with what is best for you. Beauty Trends Trends in makeup and beauty vary more than just colour for the seasons. Techniques of application can vary too. An example is sponges. Sponges in the 90s were useless so when I went to makeup school sponges weren’t…
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My Skin Care Routine
Top tips for dry and sensitive skin I often get asked about my skin care routine. When applying makeup you can only achieve so much (comfortably) so having healthy skin is a great place to start. Good skin literally makes the best base! Skin Care Routine Top Tips Know your skin type Dry, Oily, Sensitive or Combination. My skin type is dry and sensitive. I personally have very dry skin and suffer from eczema. Your skin shows your inner health I also have been suffering the aftereffects of a virus so my skin has been looking very lifeless, flat and as tired as I feel. Hydrate and eat healthily Your…
