August Empties


Hi guys,

Welcome to the fourth of my empties instalments. I have another whopping 17 empties for this month so grab a big cuppa, a couple of biscuits, sit down and enjoy.

Oskia Perfect Cleanser

Ok so I previously used the Oskia Renaissance Cleanser and loved it so my sister bought this for me. Now I did like this but…I preferred the Renaissance Cleanser. I felt this was just a lil bit too balmy for me so I probably wouldn’t repurchase.

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Simple Purifying Cleansing Lotion

I featured this in my June empties and it is a must for me for removing eye makeup. As I said I know it’s not an eye makeup remover but it works for me. I leave it on my eye for about 30 seconds and then I cleanse. I normally pick this up in one of the multiples (Dunnes Stores, SuperValu, Tesco) when they are running an offer on it. Definitely one I will continue to repurchase.

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Kate Somerville Goat Milk Moisturising Lotion

This is a moisturiser that I have used before. This time I got this in one of my @cohorted monthly boxes and I really enjoyed using it. It was lightweight on the skin while giving you the moisture that you need. Definitely one I would repurchase.

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La Roche Posay Anthelios UVMune 400 SPF

Another product that I have used before. It is a brilliant spf. It also helps give moisture to your skin, it doesn’t come through your makeup which is something that I have been conscious of since @everythingjoloves spoke about it recently. Definitely one I will repurchase.

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Filorga Optim-Eyes

A product I was lucky enough to be gifted as part of the Filorga Christmas 2022 Advent Calendar. Another eyecream that I thoroughly enjoyed using so it is one that I would definitely repurchase. 

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Dr.Levy Pollution Shield

I got this in my Cult Beauty advent calendar last year. So this is a mattifying spf but I found that this broke-out chin so I only used it on my forehead and nose. It also meant that I didn’t really need a mattifying primer after using this. For the reason that I had to use a second spf on my cheeks and chin, I probably wouldn’t repurchase this.

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Laura Mercier Pure Canvas (Blurring) Primer

I loved this primer. I found that this totally mattified my forehead and also blurred out the pores on my nose. It was my go to weekend and going out primer as I found any fine lines on my forehead and my god awful frown line were completely blurred when using this. Definitely one I will repurchase.

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Urban Decay Stay Naked Foundation in 50WY

This was another Sinead from @beauttruth recommendation and wow I just loved it. It is so light weight on the face but the coverage is absolutely amazing. Definitely one I will repurchase as it is a great foundation, weightless but packs a punch on coverage.

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The Ordinary Concealer in 2.1N

I loved this concealer but it was too light in the shade for under my eyes. Coverage was fantastic as I also used under foundation to conceal spots. Unfortunately Deceim have discontinued the range so I am unable to repurchase.

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Hourglass Ambient Powder in Incandescent Strobe Light

Another great product. I love adding a little bit of light per-say to face. I add this to my forward and it my concealer is very matte, I also add it to my under eyes just to add back some light back to the face. This is expensive but it lasts for such a long time. I already bought a mini (by accident) so safe to say I would repurchase.

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Maybelline Colour Sensational in Nude Whisper

I liked this lip liner. It was a nice colour and it did last all day. I didn’t reach for it as much as I thought that I would so I probably wouldn’t repurchase, no particular reason. The liner up next is kind of my go to now.

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Essence 8hr Stay Lip Liner in Curious

I have shown this in my monthly favourites previously as I absolutely love these liners. I think I have another four or five of these in my collection so I am ok for now but this is still available.

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Catrice Lip Balm in Charming Rose

I absolutely love this lip balm. It is a lip balm but has a colour in it so your lips are hydrated and you have a stunning pink colour on them also. This colour seems to be discontinued so I can’t repurchase but I have two still left in my collection so I am ok for now.

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Lancome Monsieur Big Mascara

Another mascara I love, this is amazing for volume. Makes you look like you put on a strip of fake lashes, another one to repurchase and another product I would tell you to put on your wish list.

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Rituals The Ritual of Jing Shower Gel

I have used this shower gel before. I love it. I love all of the Rituals products, I don’t think that there is one that I have come across that I wouldn’t like. The scent is also beautiful.

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Sanctuary Spa Lily and Rose Collection Wet Skin Miracle Moisturiser

This was a @graceyoconnell recommendation and I have to say for the hot and humid weather, this is amazing. You moisturise in the shower and you are done. It’s great. Definitely one I will repurchase.

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Rimmel SunShimmer in Light Shimmer

Good old Rimmel Sun Shimmer. It is a great product and it does exactly what it says on the tin. It gives you a tan with a glow (you can also get a matte version) and it washes off. Definitely one I keep in the drawer or when I have to tan my feet.

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Batiste Dry Shampoo in Cherry

Ah Batiste, what a dry shampoo. I always pick one up when I am in @penneys.It is as cheap as chips and does what it says on the tin. Definitely one I will always keep on the go.

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Thanks again for reading guys, hope you enjoyed and see you next time.

Kat x

July Empties

Hi guys,

Welcome to the third of my empties instalments. I have another 10 empties for this month so grab a cuppa, sit down and enjoy.

Filorga Micellar Solution

I was so lucky that I was sent this by Filorga. It is such a great product. I double cleanse and then use this as my final cleanse to ensure all residue is removed from my face and I also use it around my hairline to remove any makeup I may have missed while cleansing. You get 400ml of product so this lasts for months. I never break out using this and it literally is light on the skin while cleansing. Definitely one I will repurchase.

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Filorga Time-Filler Eyes

Another product I was lucky enough to be gifted as part of the Filorga Christmas 2022 Advent Calendar. I had this previously and I can tell that my opinion is still the same…I LOVE IT. It is such a beautiful product. I always felt like I was in a salon when I was applying this to my under eyes. Another one I will repurchase.

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Drunk Elephant C-Firma Fresh Day Serum

This was a nice serum on the face. It was a lil strange for me as you had to mix the serum and the acid powder but it was lovely on the face. The only downside for me was that this was very like an oil serum but it probably wouldn’t stop me repurchasing.

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Drunk Elephant Intensive Hydration Serum

I absolutely love this serum. I tried this 2 years ago and continue to purchase it. It is definitely one that I will continue to purchase. When you apply this, it is like a drink of water for your skin. I use this nightly and it is just a beautiful serum.

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Ole Henriksen Banana Bright Face Primer

I absolutely loved this face primer previously but this time I didn’t love it as much. I think that this is since I use my LaMer primer so it is probably one I wouldn’t repurchase again.

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Nars Soft Matte Foundation in Punjab

This is my product of the year. This was one I was excited to try as it had gotten great reviews from both Sinead (@thebeauttruth) and Maria (@_nospringchicken). The coverage is unreal. It is a matte foundation but it doesn’t dry matte or go cakey looking and it also doesn’t seperate on your face. It is all the things I look for it in a foundation and it is now my go to for any nights out or special occasions.

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Ben Nye Luxury Powder in Cameo

My second blog post was about one of the Ben Nye powders and I have to say I still lovely this powder. I picked one with a colour for a change and I knew which colour to choose as I had used this colour previously. These are difficult to get but definitely worth for a good setting powder. Keeps your oils at bay for the day.

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Benefit Powmade in 3 Warm Light Brown

So as you all know my favourite brow gel was discontinued so I had to source a new brow gel and decided to try this brow gel early last year as Benefit is renouned for their brow products. So this is now a firm favourite of mine. The colour is perfect, it matches my natural roots. It is super creamy so extremely quick and easy to use and create the brow I want. Always one I will keep in my makeup bag.

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Essence Stay 8hr Lipliner in Unforgettable

I have shown this in my monthly favourites previously as I absolutely love these lines. Unfortunately they are no longer available but Essence do have other roll up lip liners so I would definitely recommend getting down to your local pharmacy or Penney’s and pick them up.

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Catrice Plumping Lip Liner in Understated Chic

I think that this one will appear in my empties either monthly or bi-monthly as it is one that I always have on the go. It is super pigmented and lasts all day and for the bargain price of €4.00. You cannot go wrong.

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Thanks again for reading guys, hope you enjoyed and see you next time.

Kat x

June Empties

Hi guys,

Welcome to the second of my empties instalments. I have another 10 empties for this month so grab a cuppa, sit down and enjoy.

Simple Purifying Cleansing Lotion

This is the only lotion that I will use to take off my eye makeup. I know it is not an eye makeup remover but it works for me. If I get it in my eye, it doesn’t sting and it removes all of my eye makeup. I leave it on my eye for about 30 seconds and then I cleanse. I normally pick this up in one of the multiples (Dunnes Stores, SuperValu, Tesco) when they are running an offer on it. I would buy a couple to keep me going. This would last me about 3 months or more. Definitely one I will continue to repurchase.

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Filorga Sleep & Lift

I was lucky enough to be #gifted this by @filorgaireland last Christmas. This was a fabulous cream for night time use and hopefully I look 10 years younger as I need it lol as I turned the big 40 last month. Definitely one I would repurchase.

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Too Faced Primed Poreless

I got 2 minis of this in one of my monthly @cohorted boxes. When I first tried this, I wasn’t sure about it but I thought I would continue to use so I could make an informative decision. I ended up actually really liking this. I used this on my forehead and my nose for any fine lines and pores and it worked a treat. I would repurchase for sure, I have another mini to keep me going for a lil while.

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LaMer The Hydrating Illuminator

This is my second tube of this. I absolutely love this and the appearance that it gives the skin. It gives you an illuminated look but not a shiny or a greasy look. My sister purchased this for my birthday recently so I can happily say that I have a new one to start.

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The Ordinary Coverage Foundation in 2.0YG

I loved this foundation and I still have the ends of 1 or 2 different shades but unfortunately Deceim have discontinued the range so I am unable to repurchase. I also wrote blog post on this foundation as I loved it so much but it is RIP unless they bring back the foundation which is doubtful.

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Urban Decay Stay Naked Correcting Concealer in 40WY

This is a nice concealer as it is easy to blend. It is buildable coverage but I don’t feel it is full coverage, more like medium coverage. I did like it but I would prefer a fuller coverage concealer. If you prefer a medium coverage, this one is for you. I probably wouldn’t repurchase at the moment (well until I prefer a lesser coverage concealer).

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Fenty Beauty Pro Filt’r Instant Retouch Setting Powder in Butter

This was a lovely powder. It was for light to medium skin tones with a warm undertone. It was finely milled so it doesn’t cake on the face. It does keep the oils at bay but I don’t think it keeps them at bay as some of my other powders but lovely as it gives a silky finish. If you have less oily t-zone than me, this powder is for you. I may revisit this powder a lil longer down the line but not at this present time.

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NYX Professional Makeup Vivid Matte in Black

This was a recommendation from PlouisMakeup Academy when I did an online course with them a number of years ago. This is my go to liner for myself. It is super black and it is also matte. It is a liquid liner that comes with a super fine brush to allow percission for a fine line or to make a sharp wing. If you love a black liquid liner, this is right up your street. I already purchased one and used it for my makeup last night (which I didn’t take a photo of, uh oh).

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Hourglass Caution Mascara

This is a brilliant mascara for giving you the lash lift effect. From the moment I tried this back in 2018, I loved it. It is definitely one I would repurchase even though this is expensive.

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Lancome Monsieur Big Mascara 

Another mascara I love, this is amazing for volume. Makes you look like you put on a strip of fake lashes, another one to repurchase and another product I would tell you to put on your wish list.

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Thanks again for reading guys, hope you enjoyed and see you next time.

 

Kat x

May Empties

Hi guys,

Welcome to the first of my empties instalments. I should have done this sooner as it will keep me from hoarding all of my empty products. I have 10 empties for this month so sit down and enjoy.

Byoma Moisturizing Gel-Cream

 I received this in my advent calendar for Christmas last year. I tried this and my god it is beautiful. It’s a gel formula so it is a velvet texture when applying and also is really lightweight on the face. Super hydrating and it didn’t break me out after my recurrence of the ance attack last year. This is about €18.00 which is a steal for how good it is.

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REN Brightening Dark Circle Eye Cream

This was a lovely eyecream to use. It was lightweight, didn’t smell and you got instant gratification from it, your eyes looked brighter. I would repurchase. I did get a second one in a recent Cohorted box but I gave it to my other half to try but I think now that I will be taking it back lol.

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Filorga Oxygen-Glow (Super-Perfecting Radiance Cream)

I was lucky enough to be #gifted this by @filorgaireland. It smelled amazing. It gave instant gratification by giving a beautiful radiant look to my skin but unfortunately after about 3-4 uses, my skin broke out so I had to cease use. I am devastated as this was just so beautiful.

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Milk Makeup Cooling Water

Unfortunately I just didn’t get this product. When I applied it, it kind took off any products underneath so this would be a no from me. Unless I am applying it incorrectly and if so, please someone correct me.

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Catrice HD Liquid Coverage Foundation in 010 Light Beige

So I originally purchased this as my pale colour to become my mixing colour as I was unable to get The Ordinary foundation but I did use this when I wanted to be paler but not no tan pale and also used it on it’s own when my tan was nearly completely worn off. I loved it, the coverage was amazing and it gave a flawless finish to the skin. I would definitely repurchase and my soon to be mother-in-law also gifted me a darker shade which she didn’t wear. This is also cheap as chips at roughly €8.00.

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The Ordinary Coverage Foundation in 2.0N

I loved this foundation and I still have the ends of 1 or 2 different shades but unfortunately Deceim have discontinued the range so I am unable to repurchase. I also wrote blog post on this foundation as I loved it so much.

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Fenty Beauty Instant Retouch Concealer in 210

At first I did like this and it was go to for a while. But I started to notice when I was in the toilets in work that I had a lot of darkness under my eyes (where the lightening is not the best anyway). So I probably wouldn’t repurchase this because of that fact. Unfortunate because I do think that the foundation to match is wonderful.

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Benefit Boo-ing Cakeless Concealer in No.5

I think if you have been following me for a while, you will know that this was my go to concealer for a long time. It is a beautiful concealer which gives you great coverage without creasing. This was one of my 2020 favourite products of the year and it is still a firm favourite.

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Catrice Pumping Lip Liner in Understated Chic

If you saw my empties recently you will know I love this lip liner. It is the perfect (very light) browny nude. It is super pigmented and lasts all day and for the bargain price of 4.00. You cannot go wrong

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Essence 8hr Matte Comfort Lipliner in 03 Soft Beige

Again if you saw my recent empties, you will also know that this is also another firm favourite lip liner. It is a lovely beige colour. Again, it is super pigmented, lasts all day and is a bargain price of about €2.30. As I said in that empties, don’t walk, run.

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Thanks everyone for reading, I hope you enjoyed and check back next month for June 2023 empties.

Kat x

LA Girl Pro.Matte Foundation…an update on foundation

Hi everyone.

I am finally back with another review. I have a new laptop so hope to write again soon and more frequently. Watch this space…

So as you guys know, I have already written about Estee Lauder, Illamasqua and The Ordinary foundations. These are some of my go-to most frequently used foundations. But now I am going to write about LA Girl Pro.Matte HD High-Definition Longwear Matte Foundation. I had heard some great reviews of this foundation. So I picked up a bottle at the Irish Beauty Show in April to try for myself. The first colour I picked up at the show was Sand. Even though it was slightly too dark for me, I absolutely loved it from the moment that I tried it.

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I have oily/combination skin and this is a matte foundation that is also full coverage but it doesn’t dry flat or make your face look cakey (even on my cheeks which are drier than my t-zone). It gives a beautiful finish to the skin. I have been complimented on my foundation since wearing it and been told that my face looks dewy and smooth. I know people who have oily skin (a previous me included) don’t like the look of dewy skin but for a while now, I have been loving a dewy look without looking like an oil slick. And this foundation has given that to me. As always I apply my foundation with a sponge as I find that I get the maximum coverage.

I currently have 3 colours in this foundation, Bisque (which is similar to Estee Lauder Double Wear in Desert Beige), Medium Beige (which is similar to MAC Studio Fix Fluid in NC37) and Sand (which is slightly darker than my trusted Estee Lauder Double Wear in Tawny). For me, these colours are perfect for little tan, tanned a little bit more than tanned. The foundation comes in 15 shades from light to dark and for yellow and pink toned skins, so there is bound to be a colour that works for everyone.

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There’s 30ml in the foundation bottle and retails on Cloud 10 Beauty (www.cloud10beauty.com) for €10.95. Cloud 10 is doing free delivery to Ireland on all makeup at present! You can also purchase it on Beauty Bay (www.beautybay.com) for €11.25 and delivery to Ireland is free when you spend over €25.00. And no I am not trying to get you to spend more money (smiley face).

I can safely say that I love the foundation and I will definitely continue to wear and recommend it. I have been using it for over 3 months and for the price, it is definitely worth it.

If you try it, I would love to know your thoughts so please let me know. You can contact me through here, my Facebook or Instagram.

That is all for now folks, til next time.

Kat xxx

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The Ordinary Coverage Foundation

This is the first time I have written a blog on one particular product so here goes.

Today I am writing about a much discussed foundation, The Ordinary Coverage Foundation. Question: have you tried it?

I saw this on Instagram and YouTube recommended by Wayne Goss (Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/p/BTYrTSml-dF/

It comes in 21 shades and if you want to find a shade, look at Wayne’s comments.

I was obvisiously intrigued to try this foundation as it was compared to foundations that I use and have used in the past.

The constitancy of this foundation is more liquid like then the Estee Lauder foundation. A little more like MAC Studio Fix Fluid or Illamasqua Skin Base. But 3-4 pumps of this will cover your whole face. This foundation is full coverage like Estee Lauder and Illamasqua foundations and has strong lasting power. This is something is highlighly important to me as I have oily skin and do not want to look like an oil slick mid-day.

To give you an idea of the colours I ordered. I ordered two colours to start off, one for when I wear tan and one for when my tan is wearing off. 1.2N is similar to Estee Lauder Desert Beige and 2.0Y is slightly darker than Estee Lauder Double Wear Tawny (both colours are my go to colours in this foundation).

I ordered mine from deciem.com/category/makeup. They do two foundations – Coverage Foundation and Serum Foundation (which I haven’t tried yet). The price of the Coverage Foundation is €6.90 and Serum Foundation is €6.70. Yes you read that correctly €6.90. And delivery costs €4.99 unless you order over €25.00 which gives you free delivery. But great news folks, these are now available from Cloud10Beauty for €6.80 and delivery is €2.50 unless you order over €40.00 which gives you free delivery. So if you want a full coverage foundation but don’t want to spend the money on a high-end one, I would recommend trying this.

Let me know if you try this and your thoughts.

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That’s all for now folks

Kat

Nude…affordable lipsticks

Well everyone, I am back again and this time I am going to talk about some affordable nude lipsticks. Some people would call some of them dupes but I think that is personal preference.
As I said in my last blog, nude lipsticks are like diamonds in the makeup world for me; a girl can never have too many nude lipsticks as far as I am concerned.
NYX LIP LINGERIE
The first two lipsticks I am going to talk about are from the same brand which is NYX. Both are liquid lipsticks from the Lip Lingerie range. I find these lipsticks have a matte finish, give good colour pay off, are long lasting and extremely affordable at €9.95. These are available from Boots.
NYX LIP LINGERIE LACE DETAIL
When I first tried this, I compared it to MAC Blankety in a liquid lipstick format. It is a beautiful shade of pink similar to that which Blankety possesses.
NYX LIP LINGERIE BABY DOLL
This is also a pink colour, but a pale pink. I find it is extremely similar to Melt Cosmetics Nood or Too Faced Sugar, but not exactly the same as either. I love wearing this shade with a strong eye.
FlORMAR DELUXE CASHMERE LIPSTICK
If you’re into a matte lip this Flormar lipstick is a great little buy. It’s a bargain at only around €5.99 and does not dry out your lips. As you apply it, it feels as if it might be a little drying, but don’t be fooled it’s really comfortable to wear. It’s also long lasting and my go-to lippie for during the week. This brand is available from Meagher’s Pharmacy.
PENNEY’S PS…MATTE LIPSTICK CRAYON NUDE
Technically this is not a lipstick; it is a crayon, but for the price it would be rude not to give it a mention. I discovered this product last year and absolutely think it is a must-have. Penney’s have really blown us out of the water with some of their beauty products. This crayon is €2.50. Yes, €2.50!! Again it is a beautiful pink natural lip shade, which I also like to pair with PS…Lip Liner Pencil in Nude, which is only €1.50 (that is a whole other blog post). This is available from Penney’s or Primark for any UK readers.
Hope you guys enjoyed and if you purchase give me a comment on Instagram or Facebook to let me know what you think.
‘Til next time…
Kat x
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Nude…highend lipstick

Hi peeps.

So it has been a while since I wrote my last blog. My new year’s resolution is to write more blogs for you all in 2017.

Now, as everyone who follows me knows I love a nude lip. Nude lipsticks are like diamonds in the makeup world for me; a girl can never have too many nude lipsticks as far as I am concerned.

I have a couple of high end nude lipsticks that I am digging at the moment.

MAKEUP ADDICT DAINTY

This is a recent favourite of mine. It is one that I have reached for every day since I bought it. It is a pale pink colour which mimics a beautiful natural lip colour. This is a matte lipstick although it isn’t drying on the lips and a little goes a long way. I originally ordered this as part of the Naughty List bundle, but as I loved it so much I had to order it in full size too. It is available to order from www.makeupaddict.ca. It is $24.00CAD and $18.00CAD for delivery to Ireland. Check out Laura’s page on Instagram also: makeupaddict.ca

MAC BLANKETY

Next up is MAC Blankety. This is a beautiful pale pink / beige lipstick from the Amplified collection. This is a great quality, long lasting and extremely popular colour not only for yourself but also for clients or brides. This is available from Brown Thomas or BT2. It costs €17.00 or if you have 6 empty MAC products, you can return these to store and recieve a free lipstick.

STILA CARAMELLO

I bought this lipstick after seeing it on Kate McCormack’s Snapchat. I had to go on a waiting list to get my hands on this, but it was totally worth it when I finally did. I find this to be a beautiful mauve nude and extremely neutral. It is also another long lasting lip product. If you are into a slightly darker nude, this is definitely one for you to try.  It is available from Harvey Nichols and is €20.

TOO FACED SUGAR

This is a fabulous light nude and works really well when paired with a very strong eye. It is very moisturising and long lasting. I like a lipstick that you don’t have to keep topping up and this definitely fits the description. I picked up mine in Sephora in Dubai but it is also available from www.selfridges.com for £19.00. Cheapest option for delivery is to use a service called Parcel Motel which gives you a UK address. Delivery to the UK is £5.00 and delivery to Ireland is €3.95. I would recommend keeping an eye on debenhams.ie also.

Hope you guys enjoyed. Until next time … x

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The Importance of a Good Powder

I have a confession to make … I love powder. So I thought that a post on my go-to powders was a must write for my blog.

For me, powder is extremely important, as my skin is quite oily. I hate having a face that looks greasy or that look of makeup sliding off my face. I used to be so paranoid about looking shiny (by shiny I mean greasy and not dewy!) that I used to layer about 5 different powders over my foundation. I was like a walking powder puff!!

Over the years, I’ve tried so many powders … you name it and I have probably tried it, but I’ve finally found the one. Okay, ones; I couldn’t go from 5 to just 1!

In this blog post, I’ll write about the two powders that I use that work for me.

BEN NYE POWDER
I had heard so many good things about the Ben Nye powder range and I eventually got around to buying some powders last year.

Oh my, I was blown away. This powder really keeps the shine away. It is finely milled so doesn’t sit on skin resulting in that powdery look; rather it leaves the skin looking like skin.

I use Banana powder to set under my eyes to brighten them (note I always wear fake tan). I generally use Neutral Set (colourless) powder to set the rest of my face. If my tan is quite faded, I sometimes use Cameo (paleish colour) instead of Neutral Set.

I order these powders from www.sunaura.ie. These powders are really good value …. Neutral Set powder is €19.67 for 42g and Cameo/Banana powder is €30.25 for 26g. Prices shown exclude VAT. Delivery is charged based on weight, but roughly works out around €2.85.


MAC BLOT POWDER
I discovered this powder years ago and couldn’t be without it in my makeup bag.

This powder was designed to eliminate shine and it does just that. It is super finely milled and I apply it mainly on my t-zone where I am most oily. Plus regardless of how many layers I apply, it doesn’t look dirty or caked. This powder is a handbag essential!

Blot Powder has a slight colour (that is, it is not translucent), but it runs quite light. I wear shade Medium-Dark.

This powder is €26.50 and available from any Brown Thomas or selected BT2 stores. If you’re lucky to be heading on holidays any time soon pick it up in The Loop, as it’s cheaper.

To show you how good these powders work, the photo on the left was taken 7 years ago and I’m probably wearing 5 layers of powder. Shiny! The pic on the right was taken this year … after about 12 hours wearing that makeup!

If I am heading out, I generally apply my face for the day in the morning. For my nighttime look, I do not reapply my base. Instead, I powder my t-zone and slap on the eye makeup.

Hope you guys enjoyed. Until next time … x

How I Apply Glitter?

My obsession with glitter continues. As promised, I’ve done a little blog post on how to apply glitter to make your eyes sparkle. Hope you enjoy x

Step 1: I do the rest of my makeup first. This includes a black winged line if I’m applying a glitter line. I’m loving Kat von D’s Tattoo liner as it’s so easy to use.

Step 2: Pour a small amount of glitter and glitter glue onto a mixing palette. The glitter glue I always use is Lit Cosmetics Liquid Glitter Base.

Step 3: Using a makeup brush, mix small amounts of glitter and glitter glue on the palette and pack onto eyelid using a patting motion. I normally use the Makeup Forever/Face2 0 brush which is available from the Makeup Forever store in town. I think it costs around €10 (I have it a long time). The Blank Canvas E39 also works very well. It costs around €6.95 and can be purchased from www.cloud10beauty.com (free delivery over €15.00) orwww.blankcanvascosmetics.com (delivery is €1.99).

Step 4: For any precision work, the Urban Decay glitter liner which I talked about in my last blog post is fab. I’ve used it here to finish off the tail of the wing.

Step 5: Apply lashings of mascara and some falsies and you’re ready for anything.

Hope you enjoyed this blog post. ‘Til next time x