Review | Oral B Pro 600 Toothbrush - Floss Action

I would have never of thought to write a post reviewing a toothbrush on my blog but when I bought this Oral B toothbrush, I knew I had to write about it. I recently bought Oral B's Pro 600 Toothbrush with Floss Action by Braun. It claims to penetrate and clean deep between teeth removing up to 100% more plaque. The toothbrush is rechargeable and comes with a chargeable station which plugs into the wall and charges in-between brushing. It claims the battery lasts 7 days but I have kept mine on charge in-between uses just because it looks tidy standing up.

The toothbrush itself has a number of features which make brushing your teeth so easy. The round head (which is changeable and compatible with a number of heads), pulsates, rotates and oscillates cleaning every tooth exceptionally well. The toothbrush has a waterproof handle and a charge level display so you know when it is running low. You turn the toothbrush on with a small button on the front. 

One of the main things I noticed when using this toothbrush is how clean my mouth felt compared to using a manual toothbrush. The freshness lasted a lot longer than brushing with a standard toothbrush. I don't think I will ever revert back to a regular toothbrush now I have discovered how fresh my mouth can feel.

You can buy Oral B Pro 600 Floss Action toothbrush from Boots at a discounted price of £24.99 from £49.99.

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NEW | BELL COSMETICS

I was recently contacted to review some new products by 'Bell Cosmetics'* to test out and review. I am always excited to explore new products on the market so when these landed on my doorstep I was excited to give them a try. 'Bell Cosmetics' is a Polish make up company with over 30 years of experience in the beauty industry. They have recently launched a new hypo-allergenic range for sensitive skin exclusively in BeautyCrowd in the UK. The brand can be found in Beauty Crowd, (previously E.L.F store) in the Royal Arcade in Cardiff and at www.beautycrowd.com.

I was sent a number of products including foundation, pressed powder, concealer, primer and mascara to test out. My first impression of the products were pleasing. The packaging was aesthetically pleasing - boxes are white and clean looking with clear writing stating what each product was. They all stated that they were hypo-allergenic and dermatologist approved so are ideal for sensitive skin types.

Bell Hypo-allergenic Matte and Smooth Make up Base - £7.95

This is essentially a primer which aims to smooth finish to your face in preparation to apply foundation. It also aims to create a smoother finish to your make up and improves durability of your make up. The product itself leaves a matte effect so you don't look oily. It is unscented and is suitable for all skin types. I really enjoy using primers especially if I know I have a long day ahead and I want my foundation to last. This primer seems to have a pink glowy look to it which makes your skin look radiant and glowing under foundation which is lovely for summertime.

Bell Hypo-allergenic Matte and Soft Make up - £7.95

Next up is the foundation. I was sent this in the shade '02 Natural', which is a really good shade for me - it's not too light so matches me when I have a tan but it's not too dark making it difficult to blend. The foundation's consistency is creamy and light so ideal for summer because it's not too heavy. It provides a smooth finish to the skin and isn't too dewy but also isn't totally matte which is what I look for in a foundation. You can use it like a light BB cream or build it up to create a more flawless full coverage look. 

Bell Hypo-allergenic Matte Powder - £4.95

The powder - delivered in a black compact case with a fluffy pad.The compact includes a mirror which is handy if you're taking it on the go. The compact opens up to reveal a fairly light powder - I think I have the shade '02' and it is embossed with the words 'Hypo-allergenic' which is a nice added detail. The powder is a lovely silky texture and feels velvety when applied to the face. Powders for me are quite hit and miss because I feel that they can cause your foundation to look patchy if not applied well or aren't high quality. However, this powder by Bell Cosmetics provides a matte finish all day without the need to touch up every hour throughout the day whilst making my skin look flawless!

Bell Hypo-allergenic Liquid Eye Concealer - £3.95

I usually like a heavy duty concealer to cover up my blemishes or dark circles and this one is fantastic. The consistency is quite thick so you don't need much. It is presented in a clear bottle with a doe foot applicator. The concealer aims to adapt to your skin tone which I'm not entirely sure it does, but coverage-wise this concealer is ideal for those who love a flawless base. However, it isn't overly heavy that it looks cakey. It provides a radiant layer of make up to cover up any imperfections.

Bell Hypo-allergenic Thickening Mascara in 'Black' - £4.95

I'm not one for changing up my mascara so when I find a good one I stick with it. However, this could possibly be my new favourite. I really liked this mascara mainly due to it's applicator as its quite thin so its easily to apply without getting it all over my eyelids, which often happens when the brush is too big. It builds up product to make your eyelashes look fuller without looking clumpy. It creates just the right amount of volume and length whilst separating your lashes. This mascara also helped lessen the irritation I sometimes experience with my eyes at the end of the day when I've had mascara on a long time which was a lovely plus. 

All these wonderful products are are available at www.beautycrowd.com and if you're near Cardiff any time soon, pop into BeautyCrowd in Royal Arcade (previously E.L.F) to check out Bell Cosmetics and lots of other new and exciting make-up brands.

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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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Review | Barry M Chisel Cheeks Contour Kit

Barry M's Chisel Cheeks Contour Kit is a great place to start if you're looking for a good quality contouring product without breaking the bank. This is a great and more penny-friendly alternative to such kits as the Anastasia Beverley Hills Contour Kit, (which retails at £39). Barry M's recent launch of the 'Chisel Cheeks Contour Kit' provides you with three good quality powders - a light, banana coloured powder to set concealer under the eyes and to highlight, a warm matte brown to bronze and then a darker more cooler toned matte brown to contour. All powders are smooth with great pigmentation and very blendable. I think all these powders would work with any skin tone depending on how heavy you apply them. Another great aspect of this kit is the simple instructions they provide under the lid which help you if you are unsure of where to put each shade on your face. The kit is retailing at only £6.49 in Superdrug and Boots.

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NEW | L'oreal Infallible 24hr-Matte Foundation

L'oreal Infallible 24 hour-Matte is a new mattifying, long-lasting foundation which has been launched for spring 2015. The foundation claims to be a lightweight matte finish which is non-cakey and lasts for 24 hours. The foundation is available in 6 six shades. I picked up '20 Sand', which to be honest is slightly too dark for my skin but after testing this foundation I do really like it so I will probably be going back to pick up a lighter shade. It is definitely a matte finish which is great if you have oily skin. It feels very lightweight and smooth on the skin compared to other matte foundations I have tried which can feel heavy and cakey especially if you apply too much - however this is not the case. The foundation also claims to be long lasting. I totally agree! I wore it for near enough 12 hours and only then did I need to touch up slightly. However, 24 hours? I don't know anyone who wears their foundation for 24 hours so whether or not it lasts that long, I can't say. All in all this foundation is definitely one of my new favourites and is retailing currently at Superdrug for £7.99 and £6.99 at Boots. 

Have you tried L'oreal Infallible 24hr-Matte Foundation? What are your thoughts? Let me know below.

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Maybelline Color 24hr Tattoo | On and On Bronze

I'd heard so many great things about Maybelline's Color Tattoos and had been wanting to try them for the longest time, so the other week I picked one up on a 3 for 2 offer in Boots. I chose, arguably the most raved about shade in the collection - 'On and On Bronze'. The product itself is a cream consistency but I have never been a fan of cream eyeshadow, having used them in the past and found they crease on my eyelids and don't prove to be very long lasting. As the name suggests it is a bronze colour with a lot of shimmer. To apply the product I firstly use an eyeshadow primer such as Benefit's Stay Don't Stray Eyeshadow Primer or Urban Decay Primer Potion to prepare my eyelids for the product and to ensure it lasts longer. I mainly apply this product with my fingers as I find the warmth of my fingers help smooth it out more easily and apply the right amount of product. I apply it all over the lid and then go in with my Zoeva 227 Luxe Soft Definer Brush to blend out any harsh lines. I have fallen in love with this product, which surprised me. I have found it to be extremely long lasting and is such an easy product to work with. It's been my go to eyeshadow when you wan't something on your eyes but haven't got the time to be faffing with laying different eyeshadows. Next on my list is definitely going to be their rose gold shade 'Pink Gold', which is gorgeous! You can find a range of Maybelline Colour Tattoos here.

What is your favourite shade? Let me know in the comments below! 

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