Bare Minerals Blush in 'Joyous Jennifer'

         

         

         

         

         

          

          

I recently rediscovered this gorgeous Bare Minerals blush in 'Joyous Jennifer' whilst having a rummage through my make up draw and its quickly become a product I don't know how I lived without!

'Joyous Jennifer' is such a beautiful but hard to describe shade. I have heard it described many ways but to me its definitely a rose bronze shade that looks a lot more scary and deep toned in the pot. I know there are also mixed opinions on it reminding people of Nars 'Orgasm' but I can definitely see the similarity between the two. It has a subtle, warm, gold sheen throughout just like Orgasm but is so finely milled it'll never leave you looking like a disco ball. I can see this looking gorgeous and really accentuating a tan although ill have to wait to let you know about that one! For fair skinned girls I'd recommend using a light hand to start with and building up if necessary as it is very pigmented.  A little sweep goes such a long way I can never see this running out. Ive been applying it with a small 'Bare Minerals' brush I picked up at the same time which works perfectly as long as i buff it out after with a kabuki but I'm sure any fluffy blush brush will do. 

I typically prefer pressed products just because I am a VERY clumsy person. I'm just waiting for this to spill everywhere but I am trying my best to be careful as it just too pretty to end up on the floor! If it manages to stay in the pot I can see my spell wearing it for a very long time! I've really been enjoying using BareMineral products recently so you can expect a couple of other great products from their range coming up on here soon! Have you tried any of their products? 

Boots Hauling

       

       

       

       

       

       

       

After suffering with that dreaded Sunday feeling a few weekends ago I headed to Boots with an urge to spend money and forgot about the weekend nearly being over. Luckily (for my bank balance!) Boots had a 3 for 2 offer across all make up so it would've been rude not to! Here are the three items that have taken up place in my make up bag recently..

Maybelline Color Tattoo 24hr in 'On and on bronze' 

Not one to usually jump on the bandwagon just because of the hype, the Maybelline Color Tattoos are loved by so many I couldn't resist any longer. I opted for the shade 'On and on bronze' which as you may be able to guess is a neutral based, wearable, metallic bronze. It's super quick and easy to apply for those mornings when you're in a rush and just want a wash of colour over the lid, I like to apply it with my finger and then blend it out with a brush. I've heard they work great as a base for other eyeshadows too, they've been said make other shadows last longer and add vibrancy. I'm shocked at how creamy and smooth the texture of this is and haven't had any problems with creasing. Ill defiantly be looking to pick up more.

Maybelline 'Mega Plush Volum' Express' Mascara

I rarely leave the house without mascara so having a good couple is essential in my make up bag. I've been a big fan of the Maybelline 'Falsies' mascara for a while so thought it about time I try one of the new releases from the range. I think the turquoise and pink packaging sold it to me! 'Mega Plush' is Maybelline's first gel mousse formula that is light weight and leaves your lashes long and fluttery. I do think 'Volum' Express' is slightly miss leading, it does add volume and length but I wouldn't go to this for that specifically. I've been leaning more towards wearing this in the daytime for a wide eyed, awake look and my Make up Forever Smoky Lash in the evenings. My main gripe with this mascara is the flexi wand, I like the concept but for me it just doesn't work. When applying to your lashes the resistance you can apply is just far too low and the brush ends up wobbling around all over the place! I will persist with and continue to use it for work but don't think ill be repurchasing! 

Bourjois 'Delice de Poudre' Bronzer 

The infamous Bourjois 'chocolate' bronzer as known to most. This is a re-purchase I've been meaning to pick up for a while after smashing my last one into hundreds of little pieces. A good bronzer is a staple in my make up bag for achieving a glow i try to keep all year round. Its the perfect shade of bronze that adds a natural looking colour without leaving you muddy or dirty looking that applies smooth and evenly. I tend to apply it with my 'Gosh' Kabuki which is more dense than a regualr big fluffy brush to really work it into the skin to create an airbrushed finish. On first glance it looks matte which I like but if you look closely does contain subtle shimmer particles. I think i shall be adding  Nars 'Laguna' to my collection next, have any of you tried it?