NEW| Benefit lolli tint

lolli tint

This new cheek/lip stain by Benefit is so so gorgeous. It's a sweet pastel purple treat, that is super on-trend and really flattering. Last summer I became obsessed with RiRi Boy (from Rihanna's collab with MAC), which was a matte lilac lipstick, that just looks stunning on. This colour totally reminds me of that. It's a beautiful violet hue, that warms up the cheeks and lips, without being too purple and gets me mega excited for spring.

It's sort of like a colour you could imagine a Cadbury's Mini Egg being (oh god, now I want some chocolate…), fresh, cute and…well, just delicious.

It also lasts, and then lasts some more. I strongly advise blending straight after application, or you could easily end up with some very funky looking lilac tribal-esque stripes on your face. Cool, but perhaps not the desired effect.

The Bottle

As with all the other Benefit tints, the packaging is as divine as the product. It is perfect to compliment a powder blush when applied beforehand, and the same with a shade of lip colour, for extra oomph and longevity.

On the Skin

Blended

As you can see its a beautiful sweet treat of a colour, and I personally know I will be rocking this all the way to 2015 and beyond. It costs £24.50 and you can pick yourself up one from here.

Lots of Love,

(call me lolli) x

Topshop 'Straight Ace' Lipstick

Straight Ace

Straight Ace by Topshop, is a bold and beautiful violet shade. It's perfect as a statement lip, a change from a festive cherry red or a pretty pink. It is an easy to apply, creamy Lipstick, which glides on and is neither highly matte or glossy.

On the Lip

As with all Topshop lipsticks, this is great quality for the £8 price tag, and you can get yours here. Pick one up and try Purple this christmas!

Lots of Love,

Topshop Lipstick in Ruthless

Ruthless

Autumn is my favourite time of year for getting back into a dramatic lip. And what could be more dramatic than a gorgeous, intense plum. Perfect for everyday drama, evening glam and even a little halloween sexy.

Topshop's ever gorgeous formula for the perfect cream lip, extends to this purple passion-fest. I thoroughly enjoy wearing this whether it's Wednesday morning, or i'm feeling a bit Wednesday Adams. Plum Perfection.

Work a Full Vamp Look

Purple and Proud

The Purrrfect Purple

On the Lips with a Little Flash

I love this. Buy. Use. Enjoy. It's a fabulous way to get over the Summer blues, with a twisted Vampy lip, embracing the colder months with your best face forward.

Lashings of Lip Love,

Too Faced - The Return of Sexy

Too Faced- The Return of Sexy Eye Palette 

The Treasures Within

I bought this beautiful eye palette a few weeks ago, when I spotted it in Boots. At around £40, it's not cheap, but I couldn't resist the aptly named Sexy array of shimmers inside. As well as three blocks of complimentary colours (sort of like you're getting three palettes in one anyway...), it comprises of the lovely waterproof kohl liner in black (ah-mazing), and three little 'how to' cards, for each eye look. Day and Night.

As you can probably tell from the pictures, I couldn't resist trying it before I took pictures. I know, I know... but it's soo pretty. Although, I can probably give a review with more authority now that I have actually used it a few times... so it's probably a good thing *ahem*.

It's seriously wonderful. Seriously. Each 'theme' of colours is perfect to create wonderful eye looks, and the cards (I must admit I wasn't going to use them at first...), are great too! If you simply follow the suggested steps and colours for either a day or evening look, you will get a flawless, professional look every time. And it genuinely works.

I truly love this palette, and alongside all my Urban Decay Naked favourites, this is fast becoming a firm fixture in the world of my go-to makeup. Too Faced, I salute you.

If you want to see further swatches of the colours, of a couple of examples on the looks actually on the eye, let me know and I'll happily post some examples or even a video on my YouTube Channel. Just pop a comment below!


Lots of Love,

Purple Pick-Me Up

Bourjois Khol & Contour  - 86 Violet Malicieux

I was a big fan of Khol & Contour a few years ago, before I had really played around with gel and liquid liners, and this specific brand in black, was my absolute go to, for a smoky eye or a cat flick. 

When I saw it in this gorgeous purple hue, I couldn't resist picking it up as I was a fan of the quality of this brand for years. It is lovely. With green eyes, purple really compliments me, and I love to play around with different shadows, but this is beautiful for a really bold touch.

It is smooth to apply and longevity wise, you obviously wont get the same results as any liquid or gel liner, but it definitely is far superior in terms of pigmentation and lasts a decent few hours before starting to fade, then many pencil liners on the market.

On the Skin

As you can see, it's a gorgeous vivid violet, which is so easy to apply. It's not scratchy like some pencils, but not too soft that you lose control. It is perfectly beautiful to use and the result is fantastic.

You can pick one up yourself for  £4.99 from most good Boots.

Love,