Versatile Blogger Award!

Hey Darlings,

I am so overwhelmed to have won the Versatile Blogger Award. Without sounding too mushy, I would just like to say thank you to you. Every single person who reads my blog, thank you. You wouldn't believe how excited I am to see a new comment or a view or anything. Of course, a big big thank you to Sarah, who nominated me for this award. Please make sure to check out her fabulous blog also.

To be honest I wasn't one hundred percent sure what exactly the Versatile Blogger Award is (I know how awful of me!). So I checked it out and found out the rules if you get nominated. So here they are:

1. Thank the person who gave you this award. 

3. Next, nominate 15 blogs/bloggers that you’ve recently discovered or follow regularly.

3. Let them know that you have nominated them.

4.. Share 7 random things about yourself.

5. Add the Versatile Blogger Award logo to your blog post.

Here are my Seven Random Facts:

1. I am still in school!

2. I am really into basketball, I just love it!

3. I lived in America for six years.

4. My aspiration is to be an editor of a major fashion magazine.

5. I have been playing piano for about six years now.

6. I have been obsessed with Paris, mostly the Eiffel Tower, for as long as I can remember.

7. I don't know what I'd do without Google- I google everything!

Now regarding the 15 blogs I nominate. I do have some fabulous blogs that I love to read but problem is, they are already very popular and have already won the Versatile Blogger Award. I really want to give this award to people who are new on the blogging scene (like myself) and who have some fabulous blogs! So what I've decided to do is ask all of you! Please let me know your blogs and some blogs that are pretty new to blogging and are worth a look at. I will then post a blog post in a few weeks or so, nominating some blogs for this award. 
I think it's better this way as that way we can all find out about some new blogs. I also really just wanted to get this post up cause I'm quite excited about it! 


Thank you so much again to you all and don't forget to 
leave some blog links below! 


xo

Maybelline Dream Fresh BB Cream!

Hey Sweeties,

So since BB creams (which stands for blemish balm) have come onto the scene over here in the Western World, I've been eager to try out all the various ones on the market. This is only my second trial of a BB cream, my first being the Garnier BB cream, which I do quite like. I decided to give the newly released Maybelline Dream Fresh BB cream a try, read on if you'd like to read my thoughts on the product.

Maybelline Dream Fresh BB Cream in 'Light'

So, what's a BB Cream? Well if you don't know, you've been missing out! BB stands for Blemish Balm as previously mentioned.  It is said to be originally formulated from Germany and was used in Asian countries primarily. It claims to have skin whitening, anti aging and many other 'miracle' properties. BB creams also contain SPF UV protection. This particular one contains SPF 30 which is impressive. 

Maybelline says this is an 8-in-1 product. I'll list the claims and then my opinions of 'true' or 'false' next to each.

1. Creates a natural glow True

2. Compliments skin tone This depends on what shade you pick up. I picked up light and really I          should of got medium. It did adjust quite well and certainly lets your natural skin shine through.

3. SPF 30 UV Protection Presumably true!

4. Hydrates all day True (note I have oily-combination skin)

5. Blurs Imperfections  Only minor imperfections as concealer is needed.

6. Oil free- Non Greasy True

7. Looks Visibly Smooth True

8. Feels Fresh True

Packaging: Nothing special here. Just simple plain plastic, the colour on the top varying to the shade you choose. Very travel friendly though.

Formula: This formula is noticeably thicker than the Garnier BB cream, but I actually prefer this one as I think it's more suited to oily skin types (which I have). The Garnier one is slightly dewier so may be more suitable for those with dry skin types. 

Lasting-Power: This is a slight downside to the product, and a con I find with all BB creams. This will probably wear for around seven hours or so, without a primer, but with powder. This is what I find personally, however please note I do have oily skin so this will definitely affect this. 

Coverage: BB creams are meant to be very natural, as this is. This blurs redness but will definitely need concealer unless you are blessed with flawless skin. I also recommend powder, especially if you have an oilier skin type.

Swatch: Top without blending, bottom blended

Shade Selection: This is available in four shades: Light, Medium, Dark and Universal Glow which apparently will suit all skin tones.

Price/ Availability: ₤7.99 available from Boots and various drugstores. 

Overview: I really like this product. It has a nice formula and is good value for 30ml of product. A little goes a long way and so far I'm really enjoying this product. I would recommend it but the lasting power is the major downfall.

Rating: 8/10

Thanks for reading Dolls! 

What's your favourite BB Cream?

xo

The Many Wonders of Vaseline Lip Products...

Hello Beauties,

I'm currently sitting here, in bed, feeling a little ill, so thought what better way to cheer me up than write a blog post? And a random one at that, I may add. No, you didn't read the title wrong, this post is really about Vaseline and it's various purposes. Let's dive right in shall we?

The Giant Tin- Containing all 4 types of Vaseline.

What is it? Vaseline is actually a brand name but is one that has really become a product in itself. They sell various body products but I'm focusing on their lip jellies. If you don't know what vaseline is, which I'm sure you probably do, I'll give you a little roundup of the product. It is literally petroleum jelly and comes in a small tin. It's inexpensive and widely available. It's most commonly used as a lip balm, but you'll soon realise there's many more functions to this little tin than meets the eye.

1. Lips: Most obviously this can be used as a lip balm. This wouldn't really be my favourite use as I don't find it incredibly nourishing for the long term. This is because as it contains petroleum jelly so, your lips become dependent on it.

2. Heels: It may sound odd but this product is fabulous to but on your heels, or anywhere on your feet, that is prone to blisters. I've put it on the heels of my feet when wearing uncomfortable shoes and it's worked wonders!

3. Eyebrows: I use this as an eyebrow gel. It may not last the entire day but it certainly does a good job in keeping my eyebrows in place and preventing stray hairs! 

4. Eyelashes: I sometimes use this as a clear mascara. Just apply with your finger and it works great. I'd say it works best with dark lashes but give it a go even your fair! Some people also say applying onto the lashes at night helps them grow- not sure about that but it's worth a try!

5. Cuticles: Putting a little vaseline onto your cuticles can help nourish and heal them if needed.

6. Moisturizer: This can basically be put anywhere to help nourish and moisturize dry skin. 

7. Perfume: Vaseline apparently helps scents last longer if applied onto areas where perfume has been applied. 

8. Removing False Lashes: Never tried this but apparently vaseline can help remove false eyelash glue!

9. Insulation: This would probably only apply if you swim in the ocean but if generously applied all over the body can help keep you warm and insulate the heat!

10. Eases Punctures: This doesn't only apply to beauty. For example, if you're pumping a ball or a tyre or something of the sort, if you apply a little vaseline onto the area where you insert the pump, it eases the insertion of the pump. Weird I know, but it really does come in handy! The same applies if inserting earrings!

So that's my post on top ten wonders of Vaseline! Vaseline petroleum lip jelly is available in various "flavours". These including: original, aloe vera, rose and almond oil, sun protection (with spf15) and cocoa butter. There is also a new limited edition créme brûlée flavour apparently- sounds delicious!

Vaseline retails for usually €1.90 and is available from most pharmacies/drugstores.

Thanks for reading dolls!

Have you tried any of these strange uses?

xo

Look For Less: Eva Longoria!

Hey Darlings,

Many of you seem to enjoy these types of post, which is great because I love doing them! This is a very recent photo of the gorgeous Eva Longoria in NYC on her way to the Today Show. I love this look, so classic and stylish and perfect for Spring. You may want to wait till summer to rock these shorts if you live somewhere like Ireland or the UK though! 

For the shirt you could wear any blouse really. This one has a gorgeous bow style in the front and is quite affordable at ₤28 from River Island.

For the blazer you could try this one from Forever 21 for €26.75

As far as shorts go, you could try these pretty brown leather one from Forever 21 for €24.80 .

Now the heels are a little tricky. These are as similar as I could find that were still a reasonable enough price. In saying that, they still are a tad pricey at $155 and are available from this website.

Team with some loose waves and you've got the look!

Thanks for reading Dolls!

What are your thoughts on this look?

xo

NOTD: Nicki Minaj for OPI- "Save Me"

Hello Lovelies!

For some reason I've been slacking on the "Nails of the Day" posts that I seemed to be obsessed with a few weeks ago! Well I'm back with another and this one is in Save Me from the Nicki Minaj for OPI Collection. I love this collection and picked up the magenta crackle polish also.

Save Me is super unique and unlike any polish I've ever seen before. It's obviously glittery but this isn't your typical round glitter, these are literally strips of glitter. They even glow in the bottle! They are all multi-coloured ranging from oranges to blues- gorgeous! The base of the polish is a sparkly silver.

Consistency: This is like all glitter polishes consistency-wise. It takes about 4 coats to build up an opaque look (as shown). This can also be used as an overcoat to add a bit of sparkle to any shade!

Lasting Power: This lasts for about four days. I was quite impressed as most polishes chip off quickly for me.

Removal: This is not super-easily removed. As with most glitter polishes you'll need a strong remover to help you get this off!

Price/Availability: This is available in many online retailers of OPI. I purchased mine from www.beautyemporium.ie for €9.95. I definitely recommend checking this site out- it's fabulous!

Overview: This polish is unique and gorgeous. I've never received so many compliments regarding my nail polish as I have when wearing this. This is one of my all-time favourite polishes!

Rating: 9/10

Maybelline Super Stay 10Hour Tint Gloss in Forever Fuschia!

Hey Dolls!

The other day I was in Boots and decided to take advantage of their 3 for 2 offer and pick up a few bits! So as I was browsing the Maybelline stand, checking out their new BB cream (stay tuned for a review coming up) I came across these Super Stay 10 hour tint glosses. I picked up "Forever Fuschia". I haven't heard a lot about these but I'm sure we will be soon- they're brill! They're also a great dupe for the Yves Saint Laurent Rouge Pur Couture glossy stains. Check them out here.

What are they? They basically apply like a very pigmented gloss, and dry into a lip tint!

Packaging: The packaging certainly isn't the height of brilliance or class but it's not too shabby either. Pretty standard. A plastic tube with shiny writing. I do like how the lids match the colour inside as it makes it easy to differentiate between colours.

Formula: These are not super glossy so if you're not a fan of lipgloss, don't immediately abandon the idea of purchasing this product. It firstly applies as a very pigmented lip gloss and then, after about 10 minutes, absorbs into the lips and dries as a tint.

Scent: This is a factor that doesn't apply to all beauty products but is quite prominent in this case. They smell super fruity! I really like the scent and is something that enticed me to the product. Not to worry if you're not a fan of fruity smells as the scent pretty much fades once applied. 

Pigmentation: The pigmentation of these is amazing. Forever Fuschia is a a gorgeous, vibrant pink. When first applied it seems super dramatic but after you leave it a minute to absorb it's not as crazy pink. If you want a slightly more subtle look, I would recommend rubbing in with your finger and then dabbing with a tissue. Overall I'm very impressed with the pigmentation, it's superb! Unfortunately they are only available in five shades. 

Lasting Power: Even though these claim to last for 10 hours, I don't think they really do. I got about four hours of wear at most. This is still impressive as I find it difficult to get lip products that last past two hours. 

Price/Availability: These retail for €11.49 at Boots.

Rating: 8.5/10

Topshop Lip Tint in Crystal!

Hey Beauties!



I'm a big fan of Topshop makeup. It's great quality and a reasonable price too. There are also so many innovative and unique products in their range. I recently picked up a lip tint, entitled Crystal, from their new Sisters of the New Moon collection whilst I was in London.

The unique selling point of this product is that it is a "magical" lip tint. What makes it so magical you might ask? Well it reacts to your skin tone to create a shade unique to you! Pretty cool eh? And the best part is that it really works! Apply, wait for a few minutes and watch as the shade adjusts to your lips!

Packaging: I love the packaging of this product. As it's part of a collection, it's a little different from the standard Topshop makeup packaging. The outer box is a pretty pink with black, swirly writing. The actual product comes packaged in a gorgeous silver tube with pretty illustrations along the bottom. The entire Sister of the New Moon collection gives off a very whimsical vibe.

Colour/Pigmentation: How blooming amazing is this shade?! Aah it's just beautiful to even look at! The photo doesn't do it justice. It's truly phenomenal. It reminds me of Barbie and all things sparkly and girly. Don't worry though, you won't look like you've applied a great ton of pink glitter to your lips! Once applied, it's actually very sheer, as you can see from the swatch below. Everyone's shade will be slightly different though. It gives a your-lips-but-better look and a pretty shimmer!

Lasting Power: These last pretty well. As with most lip products, it will need to be reapplied throughout the day. I would say you would get about 2-3 hours of wear but as the colour isn't hugely prominent, it isn't hugely noticeable once it wears off.

Price/ Availability: These retail for ₤9 available from selected Topshop stores and on their website.

Rating: 8/10

Thanks for reading Dolls!

What do you think of this beautiful lippy?

xo