Boots Beauty Loot

 

With no motivation to lather on any fake tan during this final push through winter (just to cover it up under 60 denier tights), and with my Cancun tan completely faded away, I decided my usual foundation was looking a tad too dark.

I’ve usually always opted for MAC’s Studio Sculpt, but trying to keep an eye on the pennies this month led me to take a trip down the isles of L’oreal during my latest trip to Boots, to see if I could bag a lighter shade at a cheaper price.

I was not looking to compromise on coverage, and ‘INFALLIBLE’ 24hour matte foundation immediately caught my eye. At £7, I was able to add a few other treats to my basket in the process, including Origin’s Super Spot Remover (after seeing rave reviews online) and a No.7 Beautiful Skin eye pen to banish those bags!

I have to say the foundation is one of the best I’ve ever used – my take-outs are:

• Lightweight
• Powdery finish – not sticky like some which clog your pores!
• Smooth application

I’ll definitely be purchasing again! I’ve not tried out the No.7 pen just yet, but I’ll be sure to post when I have done. Secure results are yet to be seen from the Origin’s Super Spot Remover, but I’ll be sure to keep you updated. Judging by it’s reviews, it’s a miracle worker!

x x x

Mulberry & Zara and ASOS, oh my!

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and although I have to say I’m more inclined to giving, rather than receiving at Christmas (no sniggering, please!) I love tearing into my gifts to see what I’ve been treated to on the 25th December.

This year, I was more overwhelmed than ever to see the generosity of my nearest and dearest, with gifts ranging from a beautiful Mulberry scarf, to vouchers for my favourite online outlets and jewellery to add to my ever-expanding collection. Not forgetting a beautiful mustard and cream knitted jumper – a colour I’ve never dared to experiment with in the past, but certainly will continue to wear in the future.

 

I was also treated to a much-needed new YSL Touche Éclat – my go-to product each morning and desert island essential! I use colour number 2, one of the original shades, as I find the lighter the tone with this product the better it reflects with your skin, to hide those unwanted bags and blemishes. For best results, simply click the end of the pen to release the liquid into the brush and sweep over blemishes, before blending over with foundation, as needed.

Merry Christmas to all ❤