The Lash Edit - London

I have loved false lashes for a very long time now and I have become quite familiar with the process of putting them on. Going from the first Girls Aloud collection, wearing my Cheryl's to every night out, I have since then branched out and wear a wide variety of lashes. Including this gorgeous London trio I got given to me as a stocking filler from Elliot this Christmas. 

I love how different the three styles are, with the top set being perfect for date night when you want a bit more dazzle, the middle set that are perfect for adding a bit more glam to your day and the bottom set that I love wearing for those days where I really want my eyes to stand out. 

As with almost all Eylure lashes, they fit my eyes perfectly and with the glue that's provided, go on so easily too. I tend to use tweezers when putting on my lashes as it really helps stick them down. 

I have my eye on the Paris set next as those styles really appeal to me too. 

Have you tried any of these lashes yet? 

Fallen From The Lipstick Tree

Charlotte Tilbury is a brand that every blogger around has tried and raved about, so it was about time I got my hands on her products and where better to start than with her KISSING lipsticks. 

This is another gift that Elliot got me for Christmas and you honestly wouldn't believe how small this is when you look at it only. However, it's true what they say, good things do come in small packages. With three Mini Lipstick Charms containing So Marilyn (a luscious red), Penelope Pink (subtle matte  nude) and Bitch Perfect (a rosy nude). 

All three of these lipsticks are well worth a try and their size makes them perfect for popping in even the smallest bag, ready to be shown off to the world. 

My first impressions of Charlotte Tilbury are very good and this most definitely won't be my last purchase. 

What do you think should be my next beauty buy from CT?

Impressive

Yet another lipstick that I have fallen line and sinker for. Impressive from MAC was another gift I got for Christmas from my Step Mum and she got it right on the mark. 

Impressive is a subtle pink/nude shade that goes on with a slightly more shiny finish than the Matte lipsticks I'm used to, making it a great lipstick for daytime wear as it doesn't leave you with that dry or tight feeling on your lips. 

I'd definitely recommend trying this beauty out as it will be a very popular choice in any lipstick collection.

Are there any nude lipsticks you can't live without?

St Kitts Herbery

I got sent this little box of goodness a few weeks ago from St Kitts herbery and from the moment I opened the box I was introduced to the most soothing and gorgeous scent that you could ever need after a long week at work. 

Within this box there was a Shampoo, Lotion and Shower Gel with 2 soaps, all with a Rosemary and Bergamot fragrance. I find this smell so relaxing, it was so nice to use this just before bed and the lotion stayed with me all the next day as well. I love it. 

This would make the perfect little gift for Valentine's day or somebody's birthday, if you know someone in need of some tlc then I would highly recommend sending them the Rosemary and Bergamot one I got to try. 

Four Mini Holiday Hits

I loooooove my nail polishes! I actually need to find a new storage box for them all so if you have any good links for nice storage ideas, please send them over 

Anyway, back to my post. I got this cute little set from my friend Rachel for Christmas and I absolutely love it. I've always loved the Mini sets that OPI does and this Mariah Carey Mini Holiday Hits set is filled with gorgeous shades that will look great throughout the year, not just for the festive season. 

It contains Visions of Love (deep red), Warm Me Up (metallic bronze), Wondrous Star (gold and black glitter) and All Sparkly And Gold (all gold glitter). My favourite is definitely Wondrous Star, I have never owned a nail polish like this before and it looks gorgeous over any colour, especially nude. 

Have you tried any of the OPI Mini Sets before? 

Fashion Nails with Primark

There's not much that you can get for £1 these days. 

But if you head over to your local Primark, then I implore you to pop one of these in your basket. 

I didn't have high expectations for these nails to be honest, I though they would be a bit translucent and a flimsy once on. But I couldn't be more wrong. 

They are the same quality as nails you'd spend nearly 10 times as much on and the colour is gorgeous. They also come with a small nail glue which still shocks me for a mere £1. These are great for an understated and chic finish. Not only that though, you'll find these same nails in a number of different shades and even some pretty gorgeous patterns that will be perfect for summer. 

Have you tried Primark nails before? Leave your links :)

Climax

I don't want you to take this lightly, but this might actually be my favourite lipstick EVER! 

I'm not sure how to put this into words but I'll try. If you're looking for a lipstick that adds the perfect natural pink to your lips with a matte finish that doesn't look too chalky - then I would highly recommend Climax from Illamasqua. 

I actually bought this on a whim when I couldn't get my hands on Buff during one of my online shopping sprees and I'm literally over the moon with it. 

I have gotten so many compliments when wearing this and even my boyfriend (who isn't a massive fan of lipstick) said that it looked great, enough said! I wear it all day, every day now and I can't get enough. 

I compel you all to try Climax and transform your lipstick dreams forever!

Strawberry Sorbet

Do you have that smell that takes you right back to a memory or time in your life from years and years ago?

 Well one of the most distinct fragrances that takes me right back to high school is the Strawberry scent from the Body Shop. Was it just me or did every girl have the Strawberry body spray at the time and after every PE lesson there was a nauseating mist of sweetness that hung around for hours. 

Not that I didn't like the smell. Because I actually really like this take on a strawberry scent, so much so that this Body Sorbet is now well and truly a part of my routine. 

I love using this just after I've exfoliated as it really does moisturise your skin as well as leaving it really smooth and smelling great. 

Honey Love

This is another Christmas treat from a friend and I can't thank her enough for it! I have wanted to get my hands on Honey Love from MAC for ages after having seen many beauty bloggers talk about how beautiful it was and I am so happy now that it is in my life! 

 It's a stunning creamy nude with pink/rose hues that look great on any skin tone. As part of the Matte family at MAC, you're treated to a super pigmented shade that goes on so smooth and lasts for ages. 

It's quite similar to Faux, so if you love that one then you will fall head over heels for Honey Lover. It's a lipstick that you can wear everyday for any occasion. 

Benefit They're Real Dupe

Everybody loves the Benefit They're Real mascara. It leaves your lashes looking like you're wearing falsies and it lasts for ages.

So what if I told you that I've found a mascara that not only looks like the real deal, but acts like it too - well I have!

I was browsing Xtras Online the other day for a bargain and I came across this W7 Absolute Lashes mascara and noticed that it was the double of the Benefit packaging. I had to try it out!

So at just £3.49 the dupe is already a lot more appealing price wise, so does it match up to They're Real.

Firstly, the wand is almost exactly the same as the Benefit mascara. Which is always a promising start.

And the lashes - well they are pretty much dead on too! Which is pretty crazy considering the Benefit mascara is just over £16 more expensive. 

I'm sold! Anything that can dupe a cult favourite at a fraction of the price is right up my street and I definitely think its worth giving it a try.

My First Bobbi Brown

I've made no secret of the fact that I love trying out new brands and with Christmas having been and gone, it gives you an opportunity to try out brands that your friends love as well as new products from brands you're familiar with. 

 This Bobbi Brown lipstick comes courtesy of one of my oldest friends, Sophie. I've noticed quite a few Bobbi Brown items in her make up bag in the past and this Chrismas she introduced me to my first BB product - this gorgeous Sandwash Pink lipstick. 

 She knows me so well! I love lipsticks you can wear day to day and this is perfect, with a creamy finish the pink/nude notes of this lipstick look great and don't try out my lips. I've got to say, the quality of this lipstick is amazing too, I can see why my friend Sophie loves the brand so much. I will definitely be trying out more products from Bobbi Brown now.