I haven't done a Friday Favourites for 2 months now! I've missed it!
I've been struggling to find a decent platform to create them on when I'm on my MAC, so if any of you have any tips then send them over. I'm currently using SketchBookExpress.
So I've been looking a lot on TopShop recently and I think it's because the styles they have currently are very much up my street. They have a lot of the stuff I wouldn't ever pull off but I've spotted quite a few items I'd like to add to my wardrobe including this gorgeous Paisley Print Robe, which I think is actually meant to be for bed time, but I love it. I can see this being both dressed up like the look I've put together or dressed down with a white cami and jeans. It's such a staple piece and I want it in my life so bad!
Maybe once my MOT is over and done with next month, I'll treat myself :)
1. TOPSHOP Paisley Print Robe
2. TOPSHOP Lace Panel Bodycon Dress
3. Oasis Heart Mixed Chain Gold Bracelet
4. ASOS Hamilton Heeled Sandals
5. Maybelline Master Precise Liquid Eyeliner
6. TOPSHOP Nails in Myth
I did one of these types of posts when I first started blogging last year and my make up bag has changed a lot since then. So I thought I'd walk you through the products that get me out the door and ready for the day.
Base
Nivea Rich Moisturising Day Cream, Rimmel Stay Matte Primer
I love to keep my skin moisturized especially with putting make up on daily, but it's quite hard to find one that doesn't sit heavy on the skin and leave it oily. I picked this Nivea one up from Boots the other day and I really liked it. I've always liked Nivea and this addition to my daily routine is great as it's light and non-greasy.
I'm obsessed with Primers, I have tried loads but I find the ones with silicone in to make my make up look blotchy within a few hours. This is why I like the Stay Matte Primer from Rimmel so much. It's smooth and doesn't feel like a layer too many before my make up application.
Face
Real Techniques Expert Face Brush, L'Oreal CC Cream Anti-Fatigue, Rimmel Stay Matte Transparent Powder, TOPSHOP Kabuki Brush, Benefit Boi-ing Concealer, Miss Sporty So Clear Concealer
Too many products to probably talk about in this part so I'll just highlight a few of my favourites.
I've tried the Anti-Dullness and Anti-Redness CC Creams from L'Oreal so I thought I'd switch it up and try the entire collection by picking up the Anti-Fatigue version from Boots. It gives me the right coverage without feeling too heavy and brightens my every growing bags under my eyes.
I've moved away from full on face powders but I've always stuck my Rimmel when I want to banish the shine. So this Transparent powder is great as it's not too heavy for my skin and also rids my skin of shine.
Colour
Bellapierre Mineral Bronzer, Barry M Blusher, Primark Face Brush, (I have no idea what the other bronzer is, I just know it's fab)
Oo, I love this BellaPierre Mineral Bronzer! It's something I like to get out when I'm going for a night out or cocktails with the girls. It adds a little highlight onto my cheeks with it's subtle golden shine. This Barry M blusher is lovely too, the pigment is really strong so I only have to use a little bit to get the colour I want.
Eyes
Urban Decay Naked Basics Palette, MUA E1, E2 & E3 Make Up Brushes
I've been using my Basics palette on a daily basis recently. I use the shimmer in the inner corner of my eyes, apply a base and contour for a subtle smokey eye.
Rimmel Scandaleyes Mascara, Helen E Brown Eyeliner, Barry M Liquid Liner
Brows
Maybelline Brow Drama Mascara, Rimmel Eyebrow Pencil
It's all about the brows and recently I've been trying to make my eyebrows as naturally bushy as possible. I use these two combined to firstly add shape with the Rimmel Pencil, followed by the brow mascara to almost make my eyebrows a little bit more 3D.
So that's it, everything I use to get myself ready. If you have any make up bag posts, leave them below. I'm looking for some good make up to add to this collection.
If you've been reading my blog for a while you'll know that I love brows. So I'm always looking for new products that will make them look fuller, thicker and more browtiful then ever!
My latest purchase resulted from a a 3 for 2 offer going on at Superdrug and I'm pretty pleased I took advantage of it.
Maybelline Brow Drama is the first brow mascara I've ever used and I love it. I use this after my Rimmel Eyebrow pencil to add more definition and texture to my brows. It's great for adding more colour as well as taming any crazy hairs that decide not to behave.
You can get this spherical mascara in light, medium and dark, so everyone wins really.
Have you got any brow products you can't live without? Let me know
These cute Baby Lips balms from Maybelline have been rocking every beauty blog since their release and it's not hard to see why.
They come in an array of different shades, they're super moisturizing and they don't break the bank. And with the weather making a mockery out of my appalling winter wear, I need something to protect my lips from getting cracked and sore.
My Baby Lips of choice was this cute blue & pink one but I think I might be investing in one to put on my desk at work as well as my make up bag.
