Review: MISS SPORTY Fabulous Eyes, eyeshadow pencil, 090 black beauty.

Ok I can't decide if I love or hate these pencils. I really am sitting on the fence. They are great for some things but not what they claim to do.

On the product it says - "Eyeshadow pencil to shade and define".

mmm maybe im the only on having problems with this.

You can apply the colour to achieve different levels of darkness. It does create a really stong harsh line and this I will rate it for. However, I have found that it doesn't have that much staying power. It doesn't smudge, it just seems to fade.

It says that you can shade and define. well ......... yes if you don't mind the obvious pencil lines, or if you try to smudge it, most of it will come off on your finger. Not really the thing we tend to want.

However it is a handy ickle thing to pop in your purse for a quick, carefree top up, but don't expect amazing results.

I don't like giving bad reviews so I will do a pros and cons:

Cons

• Can not be smudge well, easily.
• Does not stay on for long.
• to achieve a dark, solid line, you have to apply the product quite thick (not everyone likes the sleepy powder looks)

Pros

• Handy size for your bag.
• Can achieve a black  line (see cons).
• Can achieve very very faint shading which can be good for a minimal look.
• Very cheap.

As I have said, I can't make my mind up about this product. For the price of it, there is no harm in giving it a bash but try not to have high expectations.

But then again, it might work great on you.

Cow Jumped Over The Moon

This was created using Stargazer White Foundation & Rimmel Liquid Eyeliner. Foundation was by Leichner and Concealer by Rimmel.

Review: Studio Secrets Professional by L'OREAL PARIS

Smoothing resurfacing primer.

I was recently given this which I was pleased about as I had been wanting to try it for a while.

As i have mentioned, I am big on first impressions and the magazine and tv adverts make this look very impressive. So i was desperate to try.

For a while now, i have been testing another primer from the previous range, which I will review later. This product is completely different.

• This primer comes in a tiny glass jar, and for £12.99 I thought this wouldn't last me long but It is lasting longer then expected.
• The contents is pink in colour and it has a very faint, pleasent smell. Eventhough it is pink, it does not appear on the skin after blended.
• It feels thick in texture but spreads and blends really well.

I have a very oily T Bar at times and this works really well at combating that issue. Once it is applied, you can't feel it which is great as I have had problems with some primers in the past.

My advice is once you've applied it, put off putting your foundation on for a couple of minutes so that it has time to sink into the skin. Make sure to blend in well around the corners of the nose. Use this time to get a refreshing glass of water. (Always good for the skin). 

This product is really super. My skin looked great for hours, tho after running around for quite a while it did start to faulter, however I can't blame it at all.

SOme primers I have use din the past have made my skin feel tight after application, which thankfully this didn't and it also made my skin feel lovely and soft to the touch.

Would recommend this to everyone that will listen. The pot is small but it will last you the month depending on how many times you apply it. Only a small amount is needed on each application.

It's a MUST BUY!

Review: MAC Face and Body Foundation

I had never used this product until earlier this year when I have a make over and the make up artist used it on me. I always tried before to use a thickish foundation to try and hide the redness on my nose. I also thought that this product would be too light for me. Boy was I wrong.

As I have mentioned before, I have ALABASTER skin so I need to choose my colour of foundation carefully.

In the MAC Face and Body FOundation range, I am actually a C1 but I wear a C2. I love my skin colour but something I would like it to look slightly darker.

This colour is brilliant as I still shows how pale I am however it stops the really stupid people saying I look ill because I am so pale.

This product goes on really well. As the product is so light, I don't really recommend using a cosmetic sponge as it soaks a lot of the product up, however I do use one for blending around the jaw line (VERY IMPORTANT!)

I like to use a MAC 187 brush for application. The brush is a bit pricey but it is a brilliant investment to any kit.

I am lucky as I really look after me skin so it is in good condition so I can wear this foundation. It is very light and gives a very slight coverage. If your skin has redness, spots and other imperfectiobns, this isn't the product for you.

I love this foundation. I try other ranges all the time however, I will always come back to this. It gives me enough coverage, is easy to apply and lets my skin breathe.

At £23 a bottle, this is a star buy. 

Johnson's 24 hours Facial Moisturiser

This isnt the moisturiser that I have in my kit but it is in my personal collection so I thought I would share it with you anyway.

The one that I am currently using is the one for dry and sensitive skin (as winter seems to have appeared its ugly head early). This product is soothing with SHea butter.

I really like the first impressions (these mean a lot to me).  The pot is small, glass and has a cute lid. Just the right amount of information has been put on the jar and it is easy to read.

I love products in little glass containers. Super cute.

Back to the product. This is a white coloured moisturiser and it smells lovely. It may smell strong in the pot but it won't when it is applied to the skin.

As this is the one that is design for the drier skin types, it is thicker and the one for combination skin. Eventhough it is slightly thicker, it can be applied with smoothly and does not feel heavy on the face.

I always use this when the weather changes as I can get very drier around the corners of the nose, and this moisturise sorts that problem out in no time.

It can leave a slight shine on the skin, however, I just blot my skin with a tissue to soak up excess oil before applying make up.

This really is a nice little product. I was shocked at how well this works and it will certainly be one of my favs for a long time to come.

Review: Eau Thermale Avene Thermal Water

On the can it claims that it have soothing actions on: SUnburn, After anti-acne treatment, Diaper rash, various forms of irritation, RAzor burn, After hair removel.

Comforting, refreshing action: To complete cleansing, to "set" make up, after outdoor activities, in summmer and when travelling.

A lot to live up to. It is completely true. This is a little god send in a can and my handbag is never without one.

I tend to use this in my cleansing rountine. After removing the eye make up and cleansing the face, I spray this lightly onto my skin and then pat in very gently. My skin instantly feels refreshed and clean. It also soaks into the skin very quickly with lasting results.

I have very delicate skin, which can become dry very quickly when the weather changes but this helps sort the problem out straight away. It is also very handy to have in the heat, as the can always stays cool and is great for a instant burst of freshness.

This is great for all skin types.

I haven't tried it on diaper rash however.

A must for every woman's and make up artist's kit.

Rimmel Passion Red 535

OMG! I love this lipstick. I admit, I had my doubts but I was proved wrong.

I love it! The colour is amazing, really bright.

*Caution: Red is not a colour for the easily shy. You will become a head turner.

The colour is thick but not heavy and goes on it on smoothly with one application.

Remember to apply a lip liner, otherwise, you are going to have a problem.

This lipstick stays put really well however, I made certain with some lipfix.

I also like, then when you wipe away this lipstick, it will leave a lovely stain on your lips, if you want something a little more low key.

Amazing lipstick. May keep this to myself.