Why Every Woman Needs MAC Rebel

It's not often that I state that a product is a 'need'. However MAC lipstick in 'Rebel' is an exception. 

For those who own Rebel will understand how amazing it is, for those who don't, listen up!

Rebel is one of those lipsticks that suits everyone. You may be wondering how it that possible? Well Rebel is a satin finish so it provides the right amount of moisture but with amazing pigmentation. It looks pretty scary in the bullet as it looks extremely dark, quite 'vampy', which is definitely not my sort of shade. However when it's applied to the lips it provides a beautiful purple berry colour. It has the right amount of blue toned pink to purple and so it suits almost all skin tones. It is such a versatile lipstick as you can apply it straight from the bullet making it a dark berry colour when layered or with a brush to make it a sort of stain on the lips. Onto the lasting power...I can't comprehend the longevity of this lipstick. Applied mid evening, I still wake up with it on my lips the next morning even after removing my make up. Definitely a good lippy for a night out seen as there is no need to keep re-applying. An absolute favourite of mine. If you don't own it already, get yourself to MAC asap and swatch it!!

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The Perfect Holiday Lipstick

You can never have enough lipsticks right? That's what I say to myself when I spot a new lipstick that I want. I picked this beauty up on the weekend when I popped into MAC with a friend. While she was on the hunt for a new foundation, I swatched my way though the lipstick stand and came across this lovely orangey, red, lipstick called 'Crosswires'. (As you can tell I'm not the best in describing colours). I have been after a coral-red lipstick for my holiday as I think it will look lovely against a tan and so when I swatched 'Crosswires' I fell in love. It is the perfect red-orange colour without being too in your face. I originally thought it was a lustre finish because it has such a lovely sheen, but later found out it was cremesheen which is why it has such great colour payoff. I think MAC lipsticks are such fantastic quality and are definitely worth price tag of £15.50. I think next on my list is Vegas Volt - a beautiful coral lippy also ideal for a summer holiday.

What is your current favourite MAC lipstick?

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The Ultimate Luxury Lipstick

Can we all just take a minute to appreciate how beautiful this lipstick is? I honestly don't think I have ever owned such a luxurious product. A few months ago I entered Sophia Meola's 3000 followers give-away competition and was lucky to win a Tom Ford lipstick of my choice. It was a difficult choice choosing between so many beautiful colours but in the end I decided to choose a colour which was easy to wear but still so pretty. After um'ing and arr'ing, I finally chose '04 Indian Rose' - a pretty, soft rosy pink colour. When I received it in the post, I opened it and was overwhelmed by how luxurious and expensive looking the packaging was. The lipstick felt heavy and the bullet itself smells of sweets. The lipstick's formula is creamy yet extremely long lasting and provides a sei matte finish which isn't drying on the lips. The added 'TF' embossed lettering in the top of the bullet just adds to the luxurious look and feel of the lipstick. Definitely a lipstick to splurge on, costing £37.00 it certainly isn't cheap but well worth the high end price tag.

What is the most luxurious lipstick you own? I'd love to know. 

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Neutral Lipsticks for Daytime

Nudes and Pinks are my favourite lip colours to wear as they are so versatile. They are the ideal shades for daytime and work wear they are subtle yet very pretty. Two of my favourite pink/neutral lipsticks are two from MAC. First is Pink Plaid, a rose, pink shade with a matte finish and my beloved Patisserie, a light pink/peach, lustre lipstick. Both are beautiful lipsticks which are subtle enough that you can wear them to work without being to 'full on'. Pink Plaid has a very matte formula which wears extremely well and lasts hours before you have to top up. On the other hand, Patisserie is one of those 'your lips but better' shades. It is a lustre formula which does mean it doesn't last as long as a matte formulas on the lips. However, it provides a beautiful light wash of pink colour with a beautiful sheen. Pick these lipsticks up if you're looking for two beautiful, more high end lipsticks you can wear everyday. 

What are your favourite daytime lipstick colours from MAC?

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High Street Haul | Discovering New Products

This week I picked up a couple of new products whilst on my travels in Cardiff. One of the products had been recommended to me and others are just ones I've had my eye on for a while.

The Body Shop Tea Tree Foaming Cleanser £5.00
I had been recommended this by a friend after I complained that I couldn't find an affordable cleanser that was suitable for blemished/oily skin, so when she recommended this Body Shop Foaming Cleanser I thought I'd give it a go. I have never tried any of the Body Shop's Skincare range before so I was looking forward to trying it out. The cleanser says it is suitable for blemished skin and comes in a green bottle with a pump dispenser. The liquid inside is pumped out into a light white foam which you then use to cleanse your face. So far I have been impressed with this product, however I can't provide a full review just yet until I have used it for a while.

Maybelline Colour Tattoo in 'On and On Bronze' £4.99
I have wanted to try Maybelline's Colour Tattoos forever so when I saw they had a buy one get another half price on Maybelline products, I thought I would grab one to try. I decided on On and On Bronze, mainly because it's the type of colour I'd usually go for when I wear eye shadow. I haven't worn cream eye shadow in years, not since I was young when I had no idea which way was the best to apply it etc. I can't wait to try this one out and if I love it, I will definitely be picking up Permanent Taupe, Eternal Gold and Pink Gold.

Maybelline Brow Satin in 'Medium Brown' £5.99
I originally went to pick up my usual brow pencil by Maybelline but came across their brow satin at the same time. I thought I'd have a change and pick it up. The product is basically a retractable pencil at one end and a stain on a little sponge tip at the other. It adds a light stain to your brows, helping fill in the gaps and making your brows look more defined and shapely.

Rimmel Moisture Renew Lipstick in 'In Love with Ginger' £6.49
In search of my perfect red lipstick I came across this beauty. I have heard the name 'In Love With Ginger' floating around blogs in previous years so when I recognised the name and liked the colour I thought I'd grab it. I swatched it in store and loved the orangey tones - thinking it would be an ideal summer red. It's fairly matte but it's not totally matte as it provides great moisturisation for your lips without losing it's vibrant colour.

MUA Luxe Velvet Lip Lacquer in 'Reckless' £3.00
I'd wanted to try Rimmel's Apocalips Matte Lip Lacquers in so long, so when I came across MUA's similar version at a cheaper price, I'm a sucker for a bargain and thought at £3 you can't go wrong. I was fancying a dark red so chose 'Reckless'. I can't even describe the staying power that comes with this product. I swatched it on my hand for the above photos and even with a shower, a day later there are still hints of it on my skin. This is an ideal product if you want a matte, extremely long lasting lip colour.

Have you tried any of these products? If so, let me know what you thought of them. I love hearing your opinions!

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Pretty in Pink | My Favourite Pink Lipsticks

I've always been a fan of pink when it comes to choosing lipsticks. I think it is such a wearable colour and there are so many shades and finishes to choose from nowadays, that you are almost always able to find a pink lipstick that suits your complexion, skin tone and taste. Don't get me wrong, I do love a bright red or vampy berry tones, however, I often find myself buying subtler colours because I know I will get a lot more use from a pretty pink than a bright red day to day.

I've decided to put together four of my most worn pink lipsticks just in case anyone fancied adding another to their overflowing collection of pink lipsticks. Here goes...

First up is MAC's 'Please me', (Bottom swatch) - which for some reason looks a lot more pinker in the photograph. I would describe 'Please me' as a muted pink matte lipstick with slight purple undertones. It was my first ever MAC lipstick and was in love at first use and still am. I think its a great wearable pink, however due to its matte formulation it can become quite drying on your lips so preparation is key because you apply. £15.50 from MAC stores. Secondly is L'oreal Collection Privee Lipstick in Julianne's Nude, (Second swatch from the bottom). This is the lipstick I carry around in my bag everyday. It's the most subtle of all the pinks as it provides a light pink glossy sheen to the lips when it is applied. It's a great subtle lipstick for everyday wear. Can be found in Boots/Superdrug for £7.99. Next up is Rimmel Kate Moss Lasting Finish Lipstick in 16, (Third swatch from the bottom). I would describe this pink as more of a salmon pink rather than a bright pink. It's quite understated and provides a matte finish on the lips. It's an ideal colour to wear if you are after a bright coral for summer but are a bit scared of going straight in with such a bright colour - this is the lipstick to buy to try out and why not as its a bargain at only £5.49 (at Boots.com). Last but not least is No.7 Moisture Drench lipstick in 'Mulberry', (Top swatch). I always think I look very mature when I wear this lipstick (haha). It is a darker toned pink than the others I have spoken about - more of a deep berry pink. I think it is more of a winter colour however, it feels amazing on the lips. It has a moisturising formula which makes it extremely comfortable to wear. It has superb lasting power, which is unusual for formulations which aren't totally matte. I also adore the shape of the packaging on this one too, it's pretty unusual. You can grab this beauty from Boots stores or online for £9.95.

So there we go, a small handful of some of my favourite pink lipsticks. What are some of your favourite pink lipsticks? Can your recommend me some?

Hope you enjoyed the post!

My New Found Love | MAC Patisserie

There is nothing better than having a go-to lipstick you can apply everyday and it goes with any look. MAC 'Patisserie' is my go to Nude lipstick without a doubt. I was lucky enough to receive this lipstick as a Christmas present from my lovely boyfriend and I have worn it pretty much every day since. 'Patisserie' is a lustre finish with a slight moisturising feel when it is applied to the lips. It's easy to apply and an ideal nude shade that you can wear every day for a natural look. It is a comfortable lipstick to wear however, it looks quite red toned in the first photograph but it is much more nude/pink - definitely a 'your lips but better' lipstick. I would definitely recommend adding this lipstick to your collection if you haven't yet as it's such a wearable lipstick, you'll love it just as much as I do!

Let me know what MAC lipstick is your go-to nude?