My Perfect Winter Red Lip

Maybelline Color Drama Lipstick in Light It Up

Hello everyone!

Along with most girls, I love a good red lip during the colder weather. I usually like a dark red but recently I

picked up a few of the new Maybelline Color Drama Lipsticks and this colour just looked so amazing, I had

to get it. It's such a perfect Christmas red colour. I usually find it hard to wear a red lip day to day but I feel

this one is so simple and easy to wear. It does have good staying power but at the same time it  does transfer

too easily for my liking. Otherwise I really love this lipstick, especially as it's not drying in the slightest

and is quite moisturising.

Camera: Canon 700D

Photography by Sophie Ford

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Berry Lips

Hello everyone!

I love a good berry lip. Especially now with the colder weather.

They basically just go hand in hand really. Today I wanted to share with

you a few of my favourite berry colours that are perfect this season!

Topshop lip Crayon in Suspect (no longer available)

This is more of a brick red but I do like the way it looks. I love the colour but it is incredibly drying

on the lips so I wouldn't recommend wearing it for a long period of time and I sometimes like to

put a gloss on top if I don't want a matte look.

Maybelline Color Drama Lipstick in Berry Much

This is my favourite lip colour at the moment.Plus it's so moisturising on the lips. I worried this might

dry my lips out like the Topshop lip crayon on but not at all. It some lights it does look more of a

brick red which I'm usually not a big fan of but I do love this colour.

Revlon ColorBurst Lip Butter in Raspberry Pie

In the picture wearing this lip butter, it does look more pink but it's more a a deeper pink. It's a very pretty

colour and would suit so many skin tones. I know some people aren't a fan or such a dark lip so I think this

is perfect as it's more of a pinky/berry colour. It's very glossy and creamy and glides on your lips so nicely.

Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick in Black Cherry

This is my all time favourite dark lip colour. I've had it for such a long time and no matter how many other

dark lip colours I come across, I will always love this one. It is more daring as it's very dark so not everyone

will be comfortable wearing this but I love experimenting with lip colours. It doesn't dry my lips out at all

and gives your lips a nice shine.

Photography by Sophie Ford

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Sophie X

Review: Makeup Revolution Amazing Lipsticks

Hey everyone!

Today I'm going to be doing a review on Makeup Revolution's Amazing lipstick range.

My local Superdrug has recently started stocking this brand, which, has made very happy!

Whilst having a search at what they did, I saw these lipsticks for only £1 and thought I'll give some

a go and if I don't like them then it's okay as they were only £1 each! I picked up the colour 'Divine'

(pictured far left) a few weeks back and because I liked it so much, I went back a few days later

and they were practically sold out! The other 3 I bought were pretty much the only

colours left.

   (L-R Divine, Luscious, Beloved & Lady)

Makeup Revolution at Superdrug

When I first saw these lipsticks I was so in love, the colours are absolutely beautiful and they have such a

great range of shades to choose from. I did assume that because they were £1, they were probably going to

be a bit crap. Man, was I wrong! When I first tried Divine, I found that not only does it stay for quite a

while but it didn't transfer when kissing. I think that's pretty damn good considering I didn't even have to use

my lipcote! 

The price to me is absolutely amazing. You can't go wrong with a lipstick for £1! From What I can see, there

are about 22 different colours in this range, so if you want to collect the whole range then it's only going to cost

you £22, which I think is amazing.

The other thing I'm pretty impressed with is the fact that they are so creamy, event the matte shades! I find that some

matte lipsticks can be quite dry and not go on very smoothly. They are also much more pigmented that I thought

you would be. I'm so impressed.

Overall I really like these lipsticks and will definitely be purchasing more of them. Its unfortunate that they

always seem to sell out so fast in my local Superdrug and although you can buy it online, I like to have a look

at the products in person and swatch everything. With them only be £1, you can't go wrong at all. I definitely

suggest trying them out if you like to experiment with you lip colour or your just a lip product addict!

Photography by Sophie Ford

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August Favourites

Hey guys!

I can't believe we're going to be in September next week. Although I'm kind of glad as I quite I'm

looking forward to Autumn and Winter (not the rain though!)

Anyway, here's all the products I've been loving through the month of August.

Enjoy!

Journal

I found this Journal in TK Maxx. I can't find it anywhere online but I've linked where it's originally from, they

have some similar stuff on their website. I just really liked this and thought it would be a great note book to

write all my blogging stuff in. Also I just love the inspirational words on the front of it. It's a nice little reminder

whenever I write in it.

Maybelline SuperStay Better Skin Foundation in Ivory

I did a review on this foundation in my last post and if you read it, you'd know I really liked it. It's the only

foundation I've used this whole month as I really love it. So inexpensive and gives a great dewy finish.

Definitely recommend giving it a go!

Makeup Revolution Redemption Palette Essential Mattes

So, my local Superdrug just added this new brand in store and I was pretty much like a kid in a candy store

when I first saw it. I just wanted to pick up everything and try just, especially as it's all so affordable!

I'm going back to try out more things and will probably be doing a few reviews on them soon. So far, everything

I've tried from here, I love! This palette was only £4! I decided to get the matte palette as I don;t wear many

bright colours on my eyes and I just wanted a simple palette of their to try out first. This palette is great for the

price you pay. The eye shadow isn't the best pigment ever, but it's still pretty damn good and if I put on an eye

primer then it'll stay all day but if not, it'll fade throughout the day. So as long as you use a primer this palette is

great. I'll be going back to get more!

Maybelline Eraser Eye Concealer in Light

I also did a review on this concealer in my recent post as well and I literally love this stuff. It's just a great under

 eye concealer. As you can see I've used it to death the past month. It's so creamy and glides on so smoothly. I

 apply it with my Real Techniques blending sponge and gives a flawless finish.

Soap &Glory Dr Spot Super Strength Breakout Clearing Gel

I've been trying out different skincare products recently and after using up all my regular Clean & Clear spot

 treatment gel I use, I bought this as I really like Soap & Glory's skincare range. I really like this spot treatment.

 It reduces the size of the spot quite a lot over night. It doesn't completely get rid of it but it makes it look a lot less noticeable.

Topshop Lip Paint in Reminisce

I have only ever bought a few things from the Topshop make-up range and I always forget how much I like

 their products. These lip paints are so pigmented and aren't sticky at all. I really love this colour, it's so natural

 and it's definitely a 'your lips but better' colour! I always pop this on when I want to add a bit of colour.

Makeup Revolution #happylips in Love Nude

I'm really falling in love with this brand of make-up and this lipstick is such a great idea. It's basically a normal

 lipstick but with Argan Oil on the outside of it. It give my lips so much hydration with a great colour. Plus, these

 lipstick are only £3! I mean, come on. That's just such a deal I cannot pass up!

H&M Coin Purse

Since driving, I annoyingly have to pay for parking pretty much anywhere I go and I like to be organised and

 prepared so I make sure I have tons of change all the time and having it all in my purse just makes it so heavy

 so I wanted to invest in a cute little coin purse that I could just stick in my handbag. I found this one in H&M

 and I really love it. It was £9.99, which I thought was pretty good! I can't find the exact one online so try looking

 in store for it. I have linked one that has a similar look to it though.

Photography by Sophie Ford

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Sophie X

July Favourites

Hey guys!

It's come around to that time of the month again to do a monthly favourites!

This month I have been focusing more on skincare just because I've been breaking out a bit more than

usual and that's never good.. Thankfully these products have helped me out with that this month!

Aussie Miracle Dry Shampoo Colour Mate

In my last post I mentioned this Aussie dry shampoo after coming across it in Boots. I usually use

Batiste dry shampoo and always loved it. But after discovering this Aussie one I was way too excited. I

really love it! I do still love Batiste and  honestly, I will probably just get whatever is on offer in the future

and just switch between them both as I love them both pretty equally at the moment, but I really wanted

to mention this one as I do really love it. I think the other thing that sucks is that you get less in the

Aussie one than Batiste and also it doesn't smell as good as Batiste. Otherwise, I'm a pretty satisfied customer!

Boots Skin Clear Ultra Deep Pore Facial Treatment Scrub

After seeing a post from one of my favourite Bloggers/Youtubers (Michelle from Beauty and the Blog)

I went straight out and bought this scrub! She mentioned that she suffers from Keratosis Pilaris. It's

quite a common condition where the skin is red and bumpy. It's harmless but unfortunately there's no

cure. Most people get it on the back of their upper arms and thighs, which is where I get it.  She also

mentioned that she used this scrub to help get her skin smoother in those areas. So what do I do? I

immediately go out and buy this. I do not regret it. this scrub does wonders! If you suffer from the same

thing them go get this. It's an easy and inexpensive way to help smooth out those bumps. I also use it as

a normal face scrub and make my skin feel exfoliated and so soft and isn't harsh in the slightest!

Michelle's post here.

Soap and Glory No Clogs Allowed Super Self Heating Deep Pore Detox Mask

I love a good face mask and seeing as I love Soap and Glory and they had 1/3 off on all their skincare products

I thought I'd try out some new things. This mask is so relaxing and is perfect for a pamper evening. Leaves

my skin feeling so soft and clean and it really feels like it's getting deep in the pores. I always get so excited to use this!

Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick in Pink in the Afternoon

Recently when I've wanted to wear a bit of colour on my lips but nothing too dramatic, I'll opt for this

lipstick from Revlon. It's a pinkish nude so goes with pretty much anything. I'm not a massive fan of nude lip

colours usually as they don't suit me that well unless they have pinkish tones in them. This one is my favourite

go to nude. Suits me perfectly!

Trilogy Certified Organic Rosehip Oil

Not long along I decided to switch up my skincare routine and use this rosehip oil at night instead

of a night time moisturiser. It really helps my skin feel hydrated since using it I've never looked back.

It doesn't break me out and helps with any scars or marks on my face. The only downside is that it's a little pricey

but I'm more than happy to pay it with the results I get!

Clarisonic Mia in Lavender

I've had my Clarisonic for a very long time now and I have never had a single problem with it. It's definitely

one of the best purchases I've ever made. I feel like whenever I break out or my skin just have a bad few

days I can always rely on my Clarisonic to get my skin back in good condition! I would definitely

recommend in investing in a Clarisonic if you ever get the chance to.

Photography by Sophie ford

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Sophie x

May Favourites

Hey guys!

So it's been a while since I last posted but I'm back with my May favourites.

I haven't really been shopping much recently so I don't have a ton of favourites. But

I have however been de-cluttering recently which has made me rediscover some old favourites of mine!

Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick in Sultry Samba

I never use to really be into bright lipsticks but over time I've grown to love them a lot. There's so

many amazing colours to experiment with and even if you have the most boring, plain make-up on,

put on a bright lip and it changes the whole look. Revlon lipsticks are my favourite. They have great

pigmentation, great colour range and they're so inexpensive and usually have 3 for 2 in Boots or Superdrug!
(Couldn't get a good swatch of it that did the colour any justice.
Definitely go and check it out though if you get the chance!)

Origins Super Spot Remover Blemish Treatment Gel

If you read my blog you may have seen that I really love my Clean & Clear spot treatment gel. I still do,

I just rediscovered this beauty. I completely forgot I had It. I use to use it all the time. It's really amazing

and really reduces the redness and dried out any spot in just a few days. It is a bit more pricey than the

Clean & Clear one at £14. I got mine about a year or so ago and I'm almost sure it was only £10-£11 back then.

Anyway, I'm looking to try out the Mario Badescu range as  I hear nothing but good things about it.

I'll definitely be reviewing it on here if I do! 

Lush Ocean Salt 120g

You can honestly never go wrong with a Lush product. They're so on top on their game and they're

products are always spot on. I've never found an exfoliator that I even slightly liked until this one. It really

is so amazing. It smells like the beach to me, with the salty water and everything and who doesn't love that?

I have quite dry skin so when I first went to use it I was a bit hesitant just because I thought it might dry

out my skin even more but it did the opposite. It has avocado butter in it which keeps my skin soft and smooth.

Dove Summer Glow Nourishing Lotion (Fair to Medium Skin)

I've never been one to fake tan or anything but, I don't mind using gradual tan products as I feel like they're

not as big of a commitment. I saw that Anna Saccone used this and I thought I'd give it a try because her

skin always looks so good and has such a beautiful glow. I'm quite pasty I'd say so I got fair-medium.

So far I really love it. It's easy to apply and quick to dry and gives you a lovely glowing tan.

Benefit Hoola Bronzing Powder

Since the weather is getting a little bit nicer, I though I'd whack out the bronzer to give my pasty face a

bit more colour! I know this one is quite expensive but a little bit goes a long way with this. It's matte so

there's no shimmer which I love. It's easy to blend and on more pale people, like myself, it is hard to get

bronzer's to look natural on the skin. This one looks very natural on the skin and is great for contouring as well.

Primark Heeled Sandals

I'm a bit late on the heeled sandal trend but hey. I've wanted some for quite a while now. They're just so classic

looking and can be dressed up or down, which I love. Plus these ones were only £12 from Primark.. Bargain!

Photography by Sophie Ford

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Sophie x