SPRING WISHLIST

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As Spring is approaching it's time for that 'Spring wardrobe clean out' which I am definitely in need of, so I thought I'd do a Spring wishlist and show what I want for the approaching season!

1. Mesh Satin Playsuit

The first item is this satin pink playsuit from Topshop. Playsuits are great for an evening out in Spring season because they still look dressy and look as if you've made an effort, and also work well in the not hot-not cold type weather which Spring consists of. I love the colour of this playsuit too. Light colours will always be a Spring trend, but I particularly love light pink which is why I'm drawn to this playsuit.

2. Chelsea Canvas Boots

These shoes would also mostly be a Spring evening out item as they're quite high, and make a big statement with the chunky sole, and bright white exterior. Even though white is worn all year round, I love to wear it more in Spring/Summer as it detracts the sun, but also looks so pretty and dainty compared to a heavy black, so these shoes would look gorgeous in the season.

3. Daisy Cigarette Pants

I don't usually go for cigarette style pants as they drown me out easily because of my petite frame, however these would look so cute and pretty in Spring; especially as they're covered in daisies and this season is all about blossoming. Talking about weather again, these trousers are great for the not hot-not cold weather because they're very light and let air flow around nicely, but still shields your legs from the odd rain showers.

4. Crochet Hem Kimono

I'm really drawn to the crochet hem's on this kimono, they add a sweet touch, but also keep up the classiness of this particular kimono. Once again, these are great for Spring because they're very open and light, but keep some protection around you from horrible weather we sometimes get. This can be paired with jeans and a plain top for a casual look, or with a playsuit/dress to add some class and warmth, and for only £17.99 this is an affordable piece of clothing.

5. Velvet Scrunchie

Scrunchies have recently come back into fashion after their trend in the 1980's, and I am loving the trend. I only own 2 scrunchies that are black & white-these are lovely as they can be worn with everything, but I want to try out new colours and try making them work with outfits. This one is from American Apparel which do an amazing range of scrunchies, but as a velvet and pink lover, I thought this one was perfect.

6. Casio Wristwatch

I've been after a watch for ages, and I have actually been wanting a Michael Kors watch, however they're out of my budget and are more a birthday/christmas present-not just something I can buy there and then. SO, I've seen these watches come into fashion recently and they're a love-hate style watch because they look quite masculine with the square frame, but I really really like them.

7. Leather Bar Tote Bag

The last item is something that I have a small chance of purchasing myself as it's £229, but is exceptionally gorgeous. This is a Ted Baker bag so obviously prices and quality is high, but I am so in love with this bag it's unreal. To some people this may seem pointless and too plain, but that's what I love so much about it, because it is plain it's easy to style with. Also, I love all the different colours the bag comes in, they're all so classy and easy to pair an outfit with!

MAYBELLINE GEL EYELINER REVIEW

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I recently purchased this gel eyeliner from Boots because I wanted to try one to see what the hype was about, but also because I wanted to see if I could have the patience of applying gel eyeliner as I've heard it's quite fiddly.

Many people have been raving about gel eyeliners for a while, but I've only just got one and opted for Maybelline's Lasting Drama gel eyeliner because I didn't want to spend loads on an eyeliner method that I may not like.

 This little pot of eyeliner cost £7.99 which may seem a lot for such a small thing, however it does come with a handy brush, and also a little bit of product goes a long way. Anyway, the packaging isn't all that special, but I wasn't expecting much considering the eyeliner would have to be stored in an airtight container so it doesn't dry out, but even then there's something really satisfying about holding a tiny china pot with a tiny brush.

As you can see, the eyeliner has a very shiny look to it in the pot, however when it's on the eyes it doesn't look shiny and creates a lovely looking matte line. Also, as the brush is very small and dense it makes applying the liner to your eyes quite uncomfortable because of the way the bristles are tightly packed which means it's harder to get a smooth line, but it is good if you want a very defined and sharp look.

The eyeliner definitely lives up to it's name with claims to last 24 hours, and also be waterproof following up with my recent experiment:

This is before I put water on, and this is after. As you can see nothing has leaked or smudged which proves it's waterproof, and even after scrubbing really hard no product came off of my hand. As you can see in the photos as well, you can create different thickness' of lines depending on the way you angle the brush which is good, but I still don't think it gives me the best look or makes using gel eyeliner any easier.

After trying this out for a few days, I prefer to use my L'Oreal Paris felt tip liner because it's less time consuming, and creates a nicer look-this is probably because I'm not skilled at gel eyeliner and haven't properly worked out a technique for me. However, as I love the formula of gel eyeliner so much, what I do is apply my L'Oreal felt liner as I'm used to that and can create a nice looking cat eye, then I apply the gel eyeliner on top and fill in where I put the previous line, so that I get the potential of a gel liner on my normal eyeliner.

 I'm still unsure as to whether replace using a felt liner for a gel eyeliner because I prefer the gel formula, but find it easier using a felt liner.

30 BEAUTY QUESTIONS TAG

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I haven't had enough time to prepare a post for today, so I thought I'd do this '30 Beauty Questions Tag' instead. Next week I should have something more interesting put up which has more thought into it, but I didn't want to miss a week.

1. Do you remember your first makeup item?

My first ever makeup item was given to me when I was 5 which was a makeup set, but at the time I didn't know how to apply it so my dad did. My first proper item was a mascara-I was in middle school at the time and we were only allowed a very minimal amount of makeup. I chose mascara because I have bleach blonde eyelashes and eyebrows, so looked quite gormless without any colour on them.

2. Describe your perfect mascara. Have you found one that fits your specifications?

Mascara is such a tricky thing to master, but my all time favorite one is Benefit They're Real. The wand is plastic so doesn't appeal to everyone, but I feel that's what helps give my lashes a full, defined look which is what I am after in a mascara.

3. What kind of coverage do you prefer from foundation?

I don't wear foundation, but if I was to wear it then I'd prefer a light coverage as I would feel less cakey, and my skin would look more healthy.

4. Favorite high end brand?

My favorite high end brands are probably Chanel, YSL, and Mac.

5. What cosmetic brands have you always wanted to try but still haven't? 

There's lots of brands I haven't tried out before, but I'd love to try NARS, Bobbi Brown, and Liz Earle.

6. Favorite drugstore brand?

I have quite a lot of Rimmel products so I like those, I also like Maybelline, and Bourjois Paris.

7. Do you wear fake eyelashes? 

Nope.

8. Is there any kind of makeup you can't leave the house without?

I couldn't leave without my eyebrows drawn on, eyeliner not on, or mascara.

9. What is your most cherished beauty product? 
Probably my Naked palette, and Mac vanilla pigment highlighter.

10. How often do you shop for makeup? Do you like to pick up an item here and there or get lots of goodies at once?

I don't go out on trips especially for make-up, but I find it hard to go out and not buy something beauty related.

11. Do you have a "beauty budget" or you spend freely? 

I do not have a budget, but I do go out with intention of only getting the things that I went shopping for so that I don't buy pointless products.

12. Do you utilize coupons, rewards cards and sales when you shop for cosmetics?

Not particularly, I have discount vouchers and receipts, but have never used them.

13. What type of product do you buy the most of?
I buy blushers, bronzers, and lipsticks quite a lot. These products can be changed to suit different Seasons which is why they're bought so frequently.

14. Is there a brand that you absolutely can't stand?

I don’t think there is a brand that I can’t stand, but I do prefer high end brands so much more then drugstore ones, and have more trust in high end products.

15. Do you avoid certain ingredients in cosmetics like parabens or sulfates?

I don't usually look at what a product contains, but if I did then I would want to avoid products containing horrible chemicals such as parabens or sulfates.

16. Do you have a favorite place to shop for makeup?

Personally, I love to shop in Debenhams for makeup as it contains all the expensive brands that I love, but some people prefer drugstore places to shop depending on the budget, etc.

17. Do you like trying new skincare products or do you keep a certain routine?

I prefer sticking to a certain routine that I trust as skin is a big part of you and I'd rather not ruin mine, but I do sometimes try new skincare products and they are rather nice.

18. Favorite bath and body brand?

Soap & Glory, Espa, and Lush are the only ones I can think of, I'm not a massive bath&body brand lover.

19. If you could only buy from one brand, which brand would you choose?

 I would choose Mac.

20. What brand do you think has the best packaging?
Benefit definitely stand out when it comes to packaging, they are so cute and nice to look at. I also like Chanel and Mac because they're quite simple and chic.

21. Which celebrity always has great makeup?
Kendall Jenner.

22. Do you belong to any online makeup communities?

Shesaidbeauty

23. 5 Favorite Beauty Gurus

Tanya Burr, Katie Snooks, SWalker Makeup, CutiePieMarzia, Sprinkle Of Glitter, Zoella (6 favourites).

24. Do you like multifunctional products like lip and cheek stains?

Not really, I usually find those multifunctional products pointless, and usually turn out to be pretty bad.

25. Are you clumsy in putting on makeup?

I'm not clumsy when I put on makeup, I take time putting it on and don't leave the house until it's blended in well, and looks neat.

26. Do you use makeup base/primer for the eyes?
Yes, I use Urban Decay's Primer Potion for my eyes. Even-though I don't use eyeshadow, using a primer keeps my eye liner on throughout the day.

27. How many hair products do you use on a typical day?

On days when I wash my hair, I use Macadamia Oil shampoo/conditioner, and L'Oreal Paris Extraordinary oil. When I use heat on my hair I use Schwarzkopf Guardian Angel heat protectant.

28. What do you apply first, Concealer or Foundation?

Concealer as I don't wear foundation, only loose powder and concealer.

29. Do you ever consider taking makeup classes?

I would like to take makeup classes because I like the concept of it, but as I'm still in school it would be quite hard to fit them in.

30. What do you love about makeup?

I love how makeup can transform a face completely and make someone look how they want to, I love how it can cover up someones imperfections and make a person feel confident in themselves. Also, I like how there are endless possibilities on how you can look when using makeup, you can use it to make a natural face, or completely cake it on! (#deep)

 I tag anyone who wants to do these questions to do them!