Hello my lovelies!
What a beautiful day it is here in Glasgow! For once we are getting sun which is unusual as we rarely get sun until late summer. So I hope wherever you are whether the sun is out or not you are having a wonderful day and you enjoy this makeup tutorial!
I have posted the link to the Rihanna Grammy Inspired look from the 2013 Grammy Awards. I absolutely loved her makeup I thought it was very classy but yet retro which hello is part of my blog name so it's perfect to do a tutorial on her look right?
Anyhoooo click the link below to check it out! :)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i-p7EL8XsXQ
For any business enquiries please email me at retrocosmetic@hotmail.com
Nazee
xo
Sunday, 5 May 2013
Friday, 3 May 2013
Haifa Wehbe Arabic Inspired Blue Smokey Eye
Hi Folks!!
How is everyone's day going? I'm just eagerly waiting for the summer weather to arrive because it's still gloomy and cold where I stay. I'm seriously not made for this weather. Ok enough complaining let's get to the point.
I have started my own Youtube channel yaay! I have been wanting to do this for a while and it's only now that I have the courage to do it. So my first video is an inspired tutorial on the Persian beauty Haifa Wehbe! Key word is 'inspired' which means it's not an exact duplicate of the look but just my own version. I uploaded this tutorial along while ago s I decided to link it here to my blog as well. Anyway if you are interested in seeing this tutorial check out the link below and if you have a beauty related channel let me know and I will be sure to check it out. Enjoy!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lDD1KRuSxQI
Sunday, 17 February 2013
My Most Used Makeup Items Of 2012
Hi Folks! How is everyone's day going?
I just had lasagna and oh my lawd I'm stuffed I literally can't move so I thought what a good time to whip out my laptop and put up a new post. So here we go!!!
As you can tell by the title I will be discussing my most used makeup items of 2012 and why I have been loving these products.
Primer: Laura Mercier Foundation Primer Radiance (30ml)
Retailed at £18.50 from House of Fraser.
Designed for all skin types although ideal for dry skin to create that glow effect.
Claims to be "lightweight, water based gel that creates the perfect canvas for makeup application and provides a sheer, healthy glow to the skin."
Results- As it claims it does create a perfect canvas for applying any kind of makeup on top. The reason being is that it has a silky texture which allows the product to glide on to the skin smoothly. It also has a slight tint which is great for days when I don't wear makeup as it gives an almost even skin tone with a natural looking glow.
Foundation: Laura Mercier Silk Creme Foundation (35ml)
Retailed at £33.00 from House of Fraser.
Designed for all skin types.
Shade-Cashew Beige
Claims to give full coverage with satin finish.
Results- Provides a medium to full coverage depending on how it is applied. I like the finish of this foundation as it gives my face a flawless yet natural with a dewy look. I find it is best applied with by using my fingers. Check out my full review by clicking on this link which also shows before and after pictures of the application.
http://retrocosmetic.blogspot.co.uk/2012/11/laura-mercier-silk-creme-foundation.html
Concealer: Collection 2000 Lasting Perfection Concealer
Retailed at £4.19 from Boots.
Shade- 3 (Medium)
Claims to "provide full coverage for up to 16 hours of flawless skin".
Results- Definitely provides full coverage for my dark under eye circles and blemishes. Lasts all day if it has been set. Still on the search for a better concealer as it does crease at times however out of all the ones I have tried this is by far my favourite one.
Powder: Mac Mineralize Skinfinish Natural (10g)
Retailed at £21.00
Shade-Medium
Claims to "provide a dimensional yet natural-matte finish. Provides perfect low coverage."
Results- Applied to T-Zone and feels light due to the minerals in the powder. Does not feel/look cakey and is great for day to day makeup as it is light coverage. Gives a satin look to where it is applied and great for setting concealer under my eyes.
Eyebrow Pencil: Rimmel London Eyebrow Pencil
Retailed at £2.99 from Superdrugs
Shade-Black/Brown
Claims to "Define, sculpt and comb. Perfectly groomed."
Results- Fills in eyebrows and defines their natural shape as well as keeping them groomed by using the brush . The colour of the pencil is very natural looking on the brows.
Eyeliner Pencil: Bourjois White Sided Eyeliner
Retail price-n/a (discontinued)
Results- White eyeliner applied underneath eyebrows on brow bone and blended to create an illusion of lifted eyebrows whilst giving the eyebrows a neat look. Pencil is very smooth and easily bendable. Upset they don't make it anymore :(
Eyeliner: Soap and Glory Smoulder and Kohl
Retailed at £5.00
Shade- Black
Claims to be "a waterproof eyeliner with built-in sharpner."
Results- Extremely black and great dupe for feline from Mac. Eyeliner is very smooth and creamy and does not set like some eyeliners and is great for creating a smokey eye.
Mascara: Benefit "They'Re Real" Mascara
Retailed at £18.50 from House of Fraser.
Colour-Black
Claims to "lengthens, curls, volumises, lifts & separates lashes for a spectacular out-to-here look."
Results- The jet black mascara lengthens my lashes and gives an illusion I have false lashes on. Curls well only after curling my lashes with a lash curler and volumises slightly. The precision brush at the end gives my lashes that extra lift and is great for my reaching my bottom lashes.
Contour: Sleek Contour Kit
Retailed at £6.49 from Superdrugs.
Shade-Medium
Claims to "sculpt your features and has amazing slimming effects."
Results- The dark shade when applied with an angle brush or contour brush applied to my cheekbones sculpts my face giving an illusion of a slimmer. When applied with a light hand gives a natural shade colour. Also great for contouring nose and jawline.
Blusher: Benefit Benetint Blusher
Retailed at £24.50 from boots.
Shade-Rose
Claims to give "cheeks a rosy glow".
Results- Has a nice rosy colour when applied and lasts all day as it is a tint. Can build up the colour. Esy to apply and blend onto cheeks. Great for travel as it is smaller than your average blush compact and no need for a brush as it is best applied with fingers.
Lip Balm: Vaseline Lip Therapy Rosy Lip Balm (20g)
Retailed at £1.99 from boots.
Shade-Rose
Claims to "maintain the skin’s natural moisture barrier to form a protective shield between your lips and the elements."
Results-Out of all the Vaseline lip balms this is my favourite as not only provides treatment for dry and chapped lips but gives your lip a slight tint and is very moisturising. It lasts for many hours on the lips.
Lipstick: Mac Snob Lipstick
Retailed at £14.00 from Mac Counters.
Shade-Snob (Pink nude colour)
Type-Satin
Results-My all time favourite pink nude lipstick colour which works well when applied with a moisturised lip balm and a light hand as it is quite drying and pigmented. However it is my favourite shade of lipstick from all the ones that I own.
I hope ya'll enjoyed reading my favourite/most used makeup items from 2012. Let me know in the comments what your favourite makeup items are :)
Nazee
xo
I just had lasagna and oh my lawd I'm stuffed I literally can't move so I thought what a good time to whip out my laptop and put up a new post. So here we go!!!
As you can tell by the title I will be discussing my most used makeup items of 2012 and why I have been loving these products.
Primer: Laura Mercier Foundation Primer Radiance (30ml)
Retailed at £18.50 from House of Fraser.
Designed for all skin types although ideal for dry skin to create that glow effect.
Claims to be "lightweight, water based gel that creates the perfect canvas for makeup application and provides a sheer, healthy glow to the skin."
Results- As it claims it does create a perfect canvas for applying any kind of makeup on top. The reason being is that it has a silky texture which allows the product to glide on to the skin smoothly. It also has a slight tint which is great for days when I don't wear makeup as it gives an almost even skin tone with a natural looking glow.
Foundation: Laura Mercier Silk Creme Foundation (35ml)
Retailed at £33.00 from House of Fraser.
Designed for all skin types.
Shade-Cashew Beige
Claims to give full coverage with satin finish.
Results- Provides a medium to full coverage depending on how it is applied. I like the finish of this foundation as it gives my face a flawless yet natural with a dewy look. I find it is best applied with by using my fingers. Check out my full review by clicking on this link which also shows before and after pictures of the application.
http://retrocosmetic.blogspot.co.uk/2012/11/laura-mercier-silk-creme-foundation.html
Concealer: Collection 2000 Lasting Perfection Concealer
Retailed at £4.19 from Boots.
Shade- 3 (Medium)
Claims to "provide full coverage for up to 16 hours of flawless skin".
Results- Definitely provides full coverage for my dark under eye circles and blemishes. Lasts all day if it has been set. Still on the search for a better concealer as it does crease at times however out of all the ones I have tried this is by far my favourite one.
Powder: Mac Mineralize Skinfinish Natural (10g)
Retailed at £21.00
Shade-Medium
Claims to "provide a dimensional yet natural-matte finish. Provides perfect low coverage."
Results- Applied to T-Zone and feels light due to the minerals in the powder. Does not feel/look cakey and is great for day to day makeup as it is light coverage. Gives a satin look to where it is applied and great for setting concealer under my eyes.
Eyebrow Pencil: Rimmel London Eyebrow Pencil
Retailed at £2.99 from Superdrugs
Shade-Black/Brown
Claims to "Define, sculpt and comb. Perfectly groomed."
Results- Fills in eyebrows and defines their natural shape as well as keeping them groomed by using the brush . The colour of the pencil is very natural looking on the brows.
Eyeliner Pencil: Bourjois White Sided Eyeliner
Retail price-n/a (discontinued)
Results- White eyeliner applied underneath eyebrows on brow bone and blended to create an illusion of lifted eyebrows whilst giving the eyebrows a neat look. Pencil is very smooth and easily bendable. Upset they don't make it anymore :(
Eyeliner: Soap and Glory Smoulder and Kohl
Retailed at £5.00
Shade- Black
Claims to be "a waterproof eyeliner with built-in sharpner."
Results- Extremely black and great dupe for feline from Mac. Eyeliner is very smooth and creamy and does not set like some eyeliners and is great for creating a smokey eye.
Mascara: Benefit "They'Re Real" Mascara
Retailed at £18.50 from House of Fraser.
Colour-Black
Claims to "lengthens, curls, volumises, lifts & separates lashes for a spectacular out-to-here look."
Results- The jet black mascara lengthens my lashes and gives an illusion I have false lashes on. Curls well only after curling my lashes with a lash curler and volumises slightly. The precision brush at the end gives my lashes that extra lift and is great for my reaching my bottom lashes.
Contour: Sleek Contour Kit
Retailed at £6.49 from Superdrugs.
Shade-Medium
Claims to "sculpt your features and has amazing slimming effects."
Results- The dark shade when applied with an angle brush or contour brush applied to my cheekbones sculpts my face giving an illusion of a slimmer. When applied with a light hand gives a natural shade colour. Also great for contouring nose and jawline.
Blusher: Benefit Benetint Blusher
Retailed at £24.50 from boots.
Shade-Rose
Claims to give "cheeks a rosy glow".
Results- Has a nice rosy colour when applied and lasts all day as it is a tint. Can build up the colour. Esy to apply and blend onto cheeks. Great for travel as it is smaller than your average blush compact and no need for a brush as it is best applied with fingers.
Lip Balm: Vaseline Lip Therapy Rosy Lip Balm (20g)
Retailed at £1.99 from boots.
Shade-Rose
Claims to "maintain the skin’s natural moisture barrier to form a protective shield between your lips and the elements."
Results-Out of all the Vaseline lip balms this is my favourite as not only provides treatment for dry and chapped lips but gives your lip a slight tint and is very moisturising. It lasts for many hours on the lips.
Lipstick: Mac Snob Lipstick
Retailed at £14.00 from Mac Counters.
Shade-Snob (Pink nude colour)
Type-Satin
Results-My all time favourite pink nude lipstick colour which works well when applied with a moisturised lip balm and a light hand as it is quite drying and pigmented. However it is my favourite shade of lipstick from all the ones that I own.
I hope ya'll enjoyed reading my favourite/most used makeup items from 2012. Let me know in the comments what your favourite makeup items are :)
Nazee
xo
Tuesday, 29 January 2013
My Most Used Skincare Products of 2012
First off I would like to apologise about my lack of posts in the last month. As I have mentioned in my previous post I have been so busy with exams. Now that they are over I have many blog post ideas that I would like to share with you all! So to start off I would like to continue the theme of my most used products in the year 2012 even though it's the end of January. Gosh time flies by too quickly!!!
The products that I will mention are the products that I have used through out 2012 and have loved and would recommend. That does not say that I haven't tested other products but this is what works well for my skin.
My skin care routine consists of the following steps shown below every morning and evening consistently every day to provide me with the best skin possible. So without further ado let's get started.
SKIN TYPE: Dry
WIPES: Johnsons Daily Essentials Nourishing Facial Cleansing Wipes for Dry Skin.
Purchased from boots and retailed at £3.29. Comes in a pack of 25 wipes.
Claim to "sweep away make-up and impurities whilst caring for dry skin".
They are very moist and takes off any makeup including waterproof mascara. At the same time it does not tighten or make my skin very dry like other wipes I have tried hence it being designed for dry skin.
I only use wipes at evening if I have make-up on before using my cleanser.
Cleanser:Liz Earle Cleanse and Polish
Purchased from John Lewis and retailed at £14.25. 100 ml worth of product and comes with muslin cloth.
Claims to "cleanses and gently exfoliates for smoother, clearer skin" and is designed for all skin types.
I use this cleanser every morning and evening. I apply the product onto dry skin and rinse the muslin cloth under hot water. I then use the muslin cloth by gently massaging it onto my skin. The cleanser has naturally active ingredients and a lightly scented smell.
Results: My skin feels hydrated and appears visibly clearer after a while of using this product. My complexion and my skin tone appear to be more even and slightly firmer.
Scrub: Clean and Clear Morning Energy Skin Brightening Daily Facial Scrub
Purchased from Boots and retailed at £3.99 and 150 ml worth of product.
Claims to "gently exfoliates for visibly brighter skin all day long with lemon and papaya extracts" and designed for oil-free skin.
I use this product two to three times a week. After applying the cleanser I would wet my face with warm water and I apply a dime size amount of the scrub on my T zone i.e on my nose and forehead in circular motions.
Results: Although I don't have oily skin I don't feel that this product makes my skin any drier. It does however make my blackheads appear less visible on my nose. It leaves my skin feeling fresh and soft.
Toner: Liz Earle Instant Boost Skin Tonic
Purchased from John Lewis and retailed at £12.50 and is 200 ml worth of product.
Claims to "soothes and brightens your skin" and is designed for all skin types.
The toner is used every day morning and evening. After using the cleanser I pour the toner into a cotton pad and wipe it over my face and neck. The toner also has naturally active ingredients.
Results: It refreshes my face, adds moisture and unlike other toners does not tighten or dry out my skin.
Day Moisturiser: Oilatum Natural Repair Face Cream
Purchased from boots and is retailed at £7.65 and is 50g worth of product.
Claims to "rehydrate facial skin relieving tightness and irritation and leave it feeling smooth" and is designed for dry and sensitive skin.
Oilatum is used every morning after the toner is applied and concentrated more on the drier parts of my skin.
Result: My skin is left feeling smooth and moisturised and not greasy feeling like some moisturisers. It is also light feeling and allows the foundation to glide on smoothly over the moisturiser.
Night Moisturiser: Bio-Oil
Purchased from boots and is retailed at £13.49 and is 125 ml worth of oil.
Claims to help reduce the appearance of scars, stretch marks and uneven skin tone.
I use the bio oil at night after applying the toner with a cotton pad.
Results: As it is an oil it is best suited for night as it penetrates into my skin over night allowing my dry skin to be hydrated.
Eye Cream: Soap and Glory Night In Shining Armour Night Cream (50 ml).
Purchased from boots and retailed at £13.00.
Claims to "help reduce the appearance of wrinkles".
I apply this morning under concealer and evening.
Results: It makes my under eyes appear hydrated and allows my concealer to glide on smoothly. Although I don't have wrinkles I like using this product to prevent pre mature lines.
Although these products work for my skin type it may not necessarily work for every ones skin especially if you have oily skin. However if you have dry/combination skin I suggest you try these products mentioned.
I have tried to keep it short and sweet but once again I have failed and rambled on...woopsie!
But for those who have managed to read it to the end I applaud you! hahaha
Adios!
XO
The products that I will mention are the products that I have used through out 2012 and have loved and would recommend. That does not say that I haven't tested other products but this is what works well for my skin.
My skin care routine consists of the following steps shown below every morning and evening consistently every day to provide me with the best skin possible. So without further ado let's get started.
SKIN TYPE: Dry
WIPES: Johnsons Daily Essentials Nourishing Facial Cleansing Wipes for Dry Skin.
Purchased from boots and retailed at £3.29. Comes in a pack of 25 wipes.
Claim to "sweep away make-up and impurities whilst caring for dry skin".
They are very moist and takes off any makeup including waterproof mascara. At the same time it does not tighten or make my skin very dry like other wipes I have tried hence it being designed for dry skin.
I only use wipes at evening if I have make-up on before using my cleanser.
Cleanser:Liz Earle Cleanse and Polish
Purchased from John Lewis and retailed at £14.25. 100 ml worth of product and comes with muslin cloth.
Claims to "cleanses and gently exfoliates for smoother, clearer skin" and is designed for all skin types.
I use this cleanser every morning and evening. I apply the product onto dry skin and rinse the muslin cloth under hot water. I then use the muslin cloth by gently massaging it onto my skin. The cleanser has naturally active ingredients and a lightly scented smell.
Results: My skin feels hydrated and appears visibly clearer after a while of using this product. My complexion and my skin tone appear to be more even and slightly firmer.
Scrub: Clean and Clear Morning Energy Skin Brightening Daily Facial Scrub
Purchased from Boots and retailed at £3.99 and 150 ml worth of product.
Claims to "gently exfoliates for visibly brighter skin all day long with lemon and papaya extracts" and designed for oil-free skin.
I use this product two to three times a week. After applying the cleanser I would wet my face with warm water and I apply a dime size amount of the scrub on my T zone i.e on my nose and forehead in circular motions.
Results: Although I don't have oily skin I don't feel that this product makes my skin any drier. It does however make my blackheads appear less visible on my nose. It leaves my skin feeling fresh and soft.
Toner: Liz Earle Instant Boost Skin Tonic
Purchased from John Lewis and retailed at £12.50 and is 200 ml worth of product.
Claims to "soothes and brightens your skin" and is designed for all skin types.
The toner is used every day morning and evening. After using the cleanser I pour the toner into a cotton pad and wipe it over my face and neck. The toner also has naturally active ingredients.
Results: It refreshes my face, adds moisture and unlike other toners does not tighten or dry out my skin.
Day Moisturiser: Oilatum Natural Repair Face Cream
Purchased from boots and is retailed at £7.65 and is 50g worth of product.
Claims to "rehydrate facial skin relieving tightness and irritation and leave it feeling smooth" and is designed for dry and sensitive skin.
Oilatum is used every morning after the toner is applied and concentrated more on the drier parts of my skin.
Result: My skin is left feeling smooth and moisturised and not greasy feeling like some moisturisers. It is also light feeling and allows the foundation to glide on smoothly over the moisturiser.
Night Moisturiser: Bio-Oil
Purchased from boots and is retailed at £13.49 and is 125 ml worth of oil.
Claims to help reduce the appearance of scars, stretch marks and uneven skin tone.
I use the bio oil at night after applying the toner with a cotton pad.
Results: As it is an oil it is best suited for night as it penetrates into my skin over night allowing my dry skin to be hydrated.
Eye Cream: Soap and Glory Night In Shining Armour Night Cream (50 ml).
Purchased from boots and retailed at £13.00.
Claims to "help reduce the appearance of wrinkles".
I apply this morning under concealer and evening.
Results: It makes my under eyes appear hydrated and allows my concealer to glide on smoothly. Although I don't have wrinkles I like using this product to prevent pre mature lines.
Although these products work for my skin type it may not necessarily work for every ones skin especially if you have oily skin. However if you have dry/combination skin I suggest you try these products mentioned.
I have tried to keep it short and sweet but once again I have failed and rambled on...woopsie!
But for those who have managed to read it to the end I applaud you! hahaha
Adios!
XO
Thursday, 27 December 2012
My Most Used Hair Products From 2012
Ello folks!
I'm sorry for the lack of posts I have just been so busy with exams coming up so please forgive me!
I was thinking of doing a general most used products in 2012 but I realised I have too many products I want to mention so I will split them up. To start off I will discuss my most used hair products from this year and why. Let's get straight into it as I tend to ramble on and on!
When it comes to shampoos and conditioners I'm very picky about what I use on my hair. First off, now this may sound funny to some of you guys, it has to smell really nice. I'm a bit weird like that I need the shampoos and conditioners to make my hair smell well let's just put it straight delicious! Not only does it have to smell nice but it must calm the frizz and condition my dry yet slightly brittle hair. My hair is of a medium length and is naturally wavy.
Shampoo: Herbal Essence Hello Hydration
I'm sorry for the lack of posts I have just been so busy with exams coming up so please forgive me!
I was thinking of doing a general most used products in 2012 but I realised I have too many products I want to mention so I will split them up. To start off I will discuss my most used hair products from this year and why. Let's get straight into it as I tend to ramble on and on!
When it comes to shampoos and conditioners I'm very picky about what I use on my hair. First off, now this may sound funny to some of you guys, it has to smell really nice. I'm a bit weird like that I need the shampoos and conditioners to make my hair smell well let's just put it straight delicious! Not only does it have to smell nice but it must calm the frizz and condition my dry yet slightly brittle hair. My hair is of a medium length and is naturally wavy.
Shampoo: Herbal Essence Hello Hydration
I purchased my Herbal Essence shampoo from boots and is retailed for £3.79. This shampoo has my favourite scent which is coconut. I love any body/hair products that are coconut scented! Anyway back to the point I always find myself going back to this shampoo whenever I try other brands. It lathers up well and cleanses my scalp very well. The shampoo provides what it states which is that it gives my hair hydration which is what is much needed.
Conditioner: Herbal Essence Hello Hydration Conditioner
Conditioner: Herbal Essence Hello Hydration Conditioner
I also purchased this conditioner from Boots and is retailed for £3.79 as well. The conditioner in conjunction to the shampoo also has that coconut scent. After applying and rinsing the shampoo I apply the conditioner and let it sit in for 1 minute although there is no time limit set on leaving the conditioner in. I only use the conditioner on the ends of my hair. The result I get is that my hair is left feeling silky, smooth and hydrated. The ends of my hair look less brittle too.
I wash my hair every other day using both the shampoo and conditioner.
I wash my hair every other day using both the shampoo and conditioner.
Mask: Herbal Essence Hello Hydration Intensive Mask
I purchased this from yup you guessed it at boots too...I just love that store ok? The retail price for this product is £4.79. The mask claims that it hydrates and gives a "Super Shine" which is very much true. Not only is my hair extra hydrated but it gives my hair that shiny look without it looking greasy. I apply it after rinsing out my conditioner and in the same way by only applying it to the ends of my hair. Although it states to apply to the scalp I find it tends to make my hair at my scalp look greasy. It is left in my hair for 5 minutes. I only use the mask once a week or during a special occasion when I want to give my hair extra treatment. With it also smelling of coconut the smell lingers on my hair yum!
I purchased this from yup you guessed it at boots too...I just love that store ok? The retail price for this product is £4.79. The mask claims that it hydrates and gives a "Super Shine" which is very much true. Not only is my hair extra hydrated but it gives my hair that shiny look without it looking greasy. I apply it after rinsing out my conditioner and in the same way by only applying it to the ends of my hair. Although it states to apply to the scalp I find it tends to make my hair at my scalp look greasy. It is left in my hair for 5 minutes. I only use the mask once a week or during a special occasion when I want to give my hair extra treatment. With it also smelling of coconut the smell lingers on my hair yum!
Leave in conditioner: Toni & Guy Rapid Response Leave In Conditioner
You can purchase it at fragrance direct website for £3.95 and is also available to purchase in boots. OK let me be honest I never used to use a leave in conditioner till I got handed this one by my cousin and only then I realised I was missing out. I apply this on the days I don't use the mask after I have washed my hair. Due to my natural wavy hair the leave in conditioner maintains my wavy hair and adds that extra shine without it weighing my hair down or making it look greasy. I used the word 'hair' many times in that sentence but ya'll get me right?
Hair Oil: Organic Root Stimulator Olive Oil Glossing Polisher
Purchased from boots at £4.19. Now I fricken love this stuff and always use this product without fail! Now let me tell you why. First off it smells sweet which is a scent I personally don't mind but I can see why it would bother others. It leaves my hair feeling soft and smooth whilst controlling the frizz. I have baby hairs on my forehead and it maintains my baby hairs as well as controlling any flyaways. I would apply this by taking a dime size amount, rubbing it in my hands and distributing it evenly on my hair. It gives a nice shine to the hair without it looking greasy.
Heat Protectant Spray: Tresemme Heat Defence StylingSpray
Purchased from boots for £4.69. I spray this on my hair before blow drying or styling with straightners/curling tools and comb it through. This product is my holy grail as it protects my hair from burning when using heated tools. This spray smells very fresh and doesn't leave your hair feeling sticky like other heat defence sprays I have tried. Very light and doesn't weigh hair down.
Hair Spray: Garnier Fructis Style (Extra Hold) Spray
Purchased from boots for £2.69. I know that in the beauty guru community the Loreal Elnett hair spray is raved about. However I find that the Loreal does not work at all to hold my curls and make them last all day. With the Garnier brand it does hold my curls and smells a lot nicer than the Loreal brand. The Garnier is also a lot cheaper and doesn't leave my hair hard as do some other hair sprays.
To some this might be a lot of products but as I have hard to control wavy hair I fund using these products work significantly well. Although I like trying out other brands I find myself using the products mentioned a lot this year. Once again I apologise for rambling on I always have a lot to say woopsie!
Until next time Alvida!
xoxo
You can purchase it at fragrance direct website for £3.95 and is also available to purchase in boots. OK let me be honest I never used to use a leave in conditioner till I got handed this one by my cousin and only then I realised I was missing out. I apply this on the days I don't use the mask after I have washed my hair. Due to my natural wavy hair the leave in conditioner maintains my wavy hair and adds that extra shine without it weighing my hair down or making it look greasy. I used the word 'hair' many times in that sentence but ya'll get me right?
Hair Oil: Organic Root Stimulator Olive Oil Glossing Polisher
Purchased from boots at £4.19. Now I fricken love this stuff and always use this product without fail! Now let me tell you why. First off it smells sweet which is a scent I personally don't mind but I can see why it would bother others. It leaves my hair feeling soft and smooth whilst controlling the frizz. I have baby hairs on my forehead and it maintains my baby hairs as well as controlling any flyaways. I would apply this by taking a dime size amount, rubbing it in my hands and distributing it evenly on my hair. It gives a nice shine to the hair without it looking greasy.
Heat Protectant Spray: Tresemme Heat Defence StylingSpray
Purchased from boots for £4.69. I spray this on my hair before blow drying or styling with straightners/curling tools and comb it through. This product is my holy grail as it protects my hair from burning when using heated tools. This spray smells very fresh and doesn't leave your hair feeling sticky like other heat defence sprays I have tried. Very light and doesn't weigh hair down.
Hair Spray: Garnier Fructis Style (Extra Hold) Spray
Purchased from boots for £2.69. I know that in the beauty guru community the Loreal Elnett hair spray is raved about. However I find that the Loreal does not work at all to hold my curls and make them last all day. With the Garnier brand it does hold my curls and smells a lot nicer than the Loreal brand. The Garnier is also a lot cheaper and doesn't leave my hair hard as do some other hair sprays.
To some this might be a lot of products but as I have hard to control wavy hair I fund using these products work significantly well. Although I like trying out other brands I find myself using the products mentioned a lot this year. Once again I apologise for rambling on I always have a lot to say woopsie!
Until next time Alvida!
xoxo
Friday, 14 December 2012
Chanel Vitalumiere Dupe!
Say what? A Chanel Vitalumiere dupe? Yes I have found a cheaper alternative!!!
As mentioned in my bio I have an obsession with testing and collecting cosmetics and one of them is foundations. I have more foundations than any other type of makeup. With foundation being the base of your make up it is important to get it right so that it suits your skin! So with that being said I love trying out different brands of foundation.
I have much love for the Chanel foundations which are one of my favourite brands. I tend to use Chanel Vitalumiere fluid foundation during the winter season. Why may you ask? Well the reason being is that I have dry skin and this foundation provides a dewy/satin look.
About a few weeks ago I was at the drugstore or to be more specific at Boots and came across the new range of makeup from Maybelline and my eyes were drawn towards the new foundation. The Maybelline 'Fit Me' foundation. The description of it being a gel foundation is what attracted me to it. After a few weeks of testing/applying the foundation I came to realise that it is very similar to Chanel Vitalumiere. Let me tell you my reasons as to why they are similar.
Here is me attempting to smile showing the finishing look after applying both foundations. The Chanel Vitalumiere is on my left side and the Maybelline Fit Me foundation is on the right side of my face.
Once again I am rambling on and this has turned into a mini review as well, so I will end it here and I hope you enjoyed reading this blog post.
Alvida
xoxo
As mentioned in my bio I have an obsession with testing and collecting cosmetics and one of them is foundations. I have more foundations than any other type of makeup. With foundation being the base of your make up it is important to get it right so that it suits your skin! So with that being said I love trying out different brands of foundation.
I have much love for the Chanel foundations which are one of my favourite brands. I tend to use Chanel Vitalumiere fluid foundation during the winter season. Why may you ask? Well the reason being is that I have dry skin and this foundation provides a dewy/satin look.
About a few weeks ago I was at the drugstore or to be more specific at Boots and came across the new range of makeup from Maybelline and my eyes were drawn towards the new foundation. The Maybelline 'Fit Me' foundation. The description of it being a gel foundation is what attracted me to it. After a few weeks of testing/applying the foundation I came to realise that it is very similar to Chanel Vitalumiere. Let me tell you my reasons as to why they are similar.
- First of all the packaging is very similar and they both have pumps which allows you to dispense the right amount of foundation.
- They both provide that dewy or 'glowy' look to the skin.
- Chanel gives a medium to full coverage as does the Maybelline Fit Me.
- Chanel Vitalumiere feels moisturising as does Maybelline's Fit Me Foundation but not as moisturising as Chanel's.
- They are 30mls each.
- They both have similar texture and feel light on the skin. The image below shows Chanel on the left and Maybelline on the right.
And a more closer look, there really is no difference between both foundations!
I am in the shade 40 beige for Chanel and 220 for Maybelline. I would also like to point out that the wearability of the Chanel foundation lasts longer.The only differences between both foundations are the prices and the SPF. Chanel Vitalumiere Satin Fluid foundation is £34 which has a SPF of 15 and Maybelline Fit Me foundation is £7.99 with a SPF of 18. Now what a difference in price almost £24 pounds cheaper!!! So if you are on a budget and find the Chanel foundation pricey then I would suggest for you to get the Maybelline brand.
Alvida
xoxo
Thursday, 6 December 2012
My new obsession...nail wraps!
I j'adore nail wraps! Now some of you may be thinking what the bloomin heck are nail wraps, well let me explain. They are basically film type products which are designed to cover your whole nail area. There are various brands available from drugstores such as Boots and Superdrugs. The nail wraps shown below are called 'Nail Rock' which are quite edgy and rock looking.
I purchased them from Boots for £6.65. It comes with a cuticle pusher, a nail buffer and 16 nail wraps as well as directions on how you apply them.
I follow the directions to achieve the look given whilst adding a few extra steps to make them look perfect which I will share with ya'll. Now the first time I tried these out they did not sit perfectly on my nails which frustrated me until I learned a few tricks which helped A LOT! Trust me if you try these tricks you will be like "girl my nails are perfect" haha ok I'm getting carried away focus Nazee focus! I have way too much sugar in my system, I know it's not an excuse. Anyway so here's what I do:
- Prep my nails by using cotton wool and acetone or any nail varnish remover to clean my nails.
- Push my cuticles in by using the cuticle pusher and buff the edge of my nails with the nail buffer provided.
- Peel off the nail wraps whilst trying not to touch the adhesive side.
- *TIP* Take a blow drier and apply heat to the adhesive side up to 5 seconds (which will allow applying the nail wraps smoothly without any creases).
- Apply nail wrap with rounded side facing down towards the cuticle.
- Fold over excess film wrap. Check image below.
- Starting from the center of the nail press down and smooth out nail wrap and remove the excess film by using the nail buffer.
- *TIP* Use nail glue and apply to the tip of the nails to seal the nail and to make it long lasting!
Wallah you are done! Takes up to 15 minutes maximum. Now as the title states I am obsessed with nail wraps over nail polish. Why? Well not only are they creative and funky looking but they are durable and flexible in an artistic way. On top of that they last up to 10 days. Once you get the hang of it they are easy to apply and you don't need to wait for them to dry as you do with regular nail polish. To remove them all you need to do is just peel them off so quick and simple. Here's the finished look!
I hope you enjoyed this little review, If you haven't tried nail wraps out then be sure to check them out and if you had trouble applying them I hope my tips/advice are helpful. I am in no way an expert but sharing what I know that works best for me.
Adios
xoxo
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