Wednesday 30 May 2012

Get Stila makeup for half the RRP!

Stila is considered one of the elite makeup brands with quality and price to match.

Halfpriceperfumes has a large selection of Stila makeup for half the RRP.

Stila Plumping Lip Glaze Melon Mint

Plump up your lips and add volume and shine with lip glaze in Melon Mint. The world famous lip glaze now has active ingredients to help promote beautiful full lips. Angeline Jolie better watch out!

RRP £10.00
Half price perfumes £4.99 here


Stila Brow Kit in Dark

If you've overplucked this week not to worry Stila's brow kit will save you! This duo of carefully crafted shades dutifully contour and enhance brows for that perfect accent every time. By smudging in gently your brows will never look silly or overdone

RRP £11.00
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Stila Convertible Colour for Lips and Cheeks in Poppy

This dual product not only adds colour to your cheeks but is suitable for adding a rosey glow to your lips too. Perfect for a pocket money buy. This clever lipstick and blush will prove to be on of the staples in your makeup bag. Genious!

RRP £16.00

Half price perfumes £4.99 here

This is just a selection of the fantastic Stila makeup you can buy on Halfpriceperfumes. Log on today and find the makeup buys for the summer and get them while it's 3 for 2 !
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Tuesday 29 May 2012

Get Prevage moisturiser rated better then Botox for £25 less then RRP!



Have you considered Botox in desperation as you look at your tired skin and crows eyes?

Expensive cosmetic surgery is not always the final destination. There's a new product out on the market called Prevage. Marketed by Elizabeth Arden it is considered to be even better then Botox. The powerful skin protecting moisturiser deflects the suns rays, neutralises free radicals and fights skin dehydration.

All skin types will benefit from:
  • Anti wrinkle
  • Anti ageing
  • Pump applicator
  • SPF 30
  • 50ml volume
Normally retailing at £105.00 (see at John Lewis here) you can get this amazing product for only £59.99

Check it out here
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FREE Sunmaxx hydra bronzing milk



If all the sun has brought you recently is red glowing shoulders then why not get a real tan with the completely free Sunmaxx Hydra bronzing milk?

Fake tanning is the quickest and safest way to achieve a gorgeous bronze glow without the pain associated with sun burn.

With it you can get:
  • Rock star golden tan
  • Streak free
  • Natural to apply
  • Low odour
  • Handy travel size
To get it for free simply goto Sunmaxx Hydra Bronzing Millk click add to basket then put the code freesunmaxx in the voucher code box before payment. You only pay postage and packaging of £1.99

BARGAIN!
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Friday 25 May 2012

Win a fantastic UrLash eyelash enhancing serum worth almost £30!


Imagine the scenario, it's Friday night and you're getting ready for a night out. You've got your hot dress and your shoes, now you just need to spend 10 minutes trying to apply your false lashes. Wouldn't it be amazing if you could spend that ten minutes having a nice drink instead?

UrLash is a innovative new product that uses clinically proven ingredients to help thicken, lengthen and condition your lashes. Using cutting edge technologies, the scientifically advanced formula contains potent peptides, powerful stem cells and many other nourishing ingredients to help grow your lashes.

After two weeks, users in clinical trials found there was 25% increase in the thickness and length of their lashes. After 6 weeks a increase of 75% had been achieved.

  • Full EU safety/regulatory compliance
  • Safe, effective, non irritating formula
  • Works great on eyebrows too!
  • No animal testing
  • Helps thicken, lengthen and condition eyelashes
  • Clinically proven ingredients  
You can buy UrLash here 

So what are you waiting for get entering today!

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JackyMac Mineral Foundation in Warm


JackyMac is a mineral makeup company producing a large number of unique mineral eyeshadows and foundations.

This particular JackyMac foundation was very unusual in that it was formulated entirely of powder and looked more like a compact powder.

The product comes in a circular pot that is sealed by a hygiene sticker on top of the holes. On taking the sticker off it is quite easy to get the product out simply by tapping the sides.

I applied the foundation with a brush and found that not much of it stayed on my face and just seemed to drop off onto the chair and the desk. I have heard of cream to powder foundations but never a powder on its own so I wasn't entirely sure how it was really supposed to work.

In the end I did manage to get some of the powder to stay on my face but I can't say the coverage was very good as it wasn't able to sink into my skin very well.

As it didn't really work with my skin i'd give it a 2/5
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Advantages
  • Made completely out of minerals
  • Good for oily skin
Disadvantages
  • The powder consistency didn't work for me as it just didn't stay on the face
  • Not very good coverage 
You can find this foundation here 



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MyFace Slinky Matte Eyeliner



MyFace slinky matte eyeliner comes in a attractive white tube that really stands out with its black lettering on a white background.

The eyeliner is a liquid consistency that instantly flows from the brush nib so there is no messing around with trying to get the colour onto the eyelid.

I felt that it created a really nice dark line that dried really quickly and had a lot of pigment in it.

Eyeliner is of course a completely versatile tool in which you can create a huge number of looks, such as cat eyes or straight and simple. See this guide for more details.The colour is very long lasting and is as bold as it was when it was first applied many hours later. Thumbs up!

For it's simplicity and bold colour I will give this eyeliner 4/5.



Advantages
  • Flows onto the eyelid so easily
  • Bold, dark colour
  • Long lasting
Disadvantages
  • None! 
Buy it here

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Wednesday 23 May 2012

Create The Summer Loving Look!

Yesterday I decided to experiment with a new Summer loving look.



Using baby pink Barry M eyeshadow and a gold eyeliner I created a shimmery pastel look that will look really fresh and on trend in the highly anticipated sunshine!



I normally wear black eyeliner to highlight my eyes so the gold/pink look is very different and soft. It's a perfect look for wearing on holiday on the beach or just for a casual shopping trip with friends.

Get expriementing!

Create the look

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Maybelline Illegal Lengths Mascara



The latest prodigy in the Maybelline collection is the Maybelline Illegal lengths mascara.


The mascara is formulated with fibre extensions in order to get you the biggest lashes possible.

The tube is a attractive shiny silver colour with pink labelling. The plastic brush is pretty long to enable you to achieve the maxiumum coverage possible.

The brush is slightly itchy on my eyes which is a shame and it can be quite difficult to apply to the bottom lashes as it feels slightly arkward and can scratch your eyes if you approach it wrong.

The result is pretty impressive and I would say my lashes do look a bit longer then normal. Unfortunately in the picture I don't think this length is really that evident. As the mascara uses fibres in its formula it does from time to time cause itching when the fibres catch the eye.

I would say it's a reasonable product, but little things like the scratchy brush really let it down.

I'd give it a 3/5.










Advantages
  • Does give a reasonable amount of lash length
  • Long brush to capture every lash
  • One of the first mascaras to encompass fibres without having to use two products
Disadvantages
  • Scratches your eyes quite easily
  • Hard to get onto the bottom lashes
  • Fibres can be quite itchy 
Please don't believe you will get the lengths shown in the advertisement IT WONT HAPPEN!
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Sunday 20 May 2012

Models Own: Green Grass Nail Varnish



Neon and pastel colours are really in this season so Models' Own Green Grass really has a chance on the fashion platform.

Like the name says the shade of this nail varnish is very much like grass (the healthy kind not the sun deprived yellow grass)

In the bottle it appears really strong so I was looking forward to seeing how it came out.

After one application the varnish appeared quite thin and transparent so I applied another coat on top. After two coats the colour is a lot stronger but certain parts of my nail are still quite see through. Unlike Models Own Purple Poppy this nail varnish needed around 3 coats to get a completely finished glossy look.

The nail varnish dried pretty quickly and I didn't find that the product was too gloopy.

 I'd give it a 3/5

Advantages
  • Bright neon like colours are in this season
  • Can spice up a plain outfit
  • Dries quickly
Disadvantages
  • Takes around 3 coats to get a finished look

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    Initially accessoring a green nail varnish might seem quite difficult but just remember a few simple tips.
  • Don't go overboard on green makeup, a green eyeshadow will do fine
  • Neutral colours like white go well with green
  • Green can also be used to spice up a plain outfit to give it a zing of colour
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Saturday 19 May 2012

Models Own: Purple Poppy Nail Varnish



I have so many nail varnishes lined up to test it's unreal.

Models' Own in Purple Poppy is a mix of dark and light purple,  a colour that is really likely to stand out when applied.

The varnish doesn't come out too thick and it only really took one application and a quick touch up to completely paint my nails with no nail visiblity. I was quite surprised by how quickly it dried which means it's perfect for the going out process as you can slap it on then get on with the rest of your makeup.

The effect is really glossy purple stain.

As you're using so little this bottle will really go a long way saving you lots of pennies in the long run!

I'd give this 5/5!

Advantages
  • Only needs 1 1/2 coats and you're done!
  • Dries really quickly
  • Lovely bright colour
  • Fantastic value for money
Disadvantages
  • None!
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Saturday 12 May 2012

What can you do to liven up your straight hair? Brand new vlog!

Do you ever wish there was a way you could spice up straight hair? Whilst some people dream of luscious straight locks, those who were born with it simply wish their hair would do more then lie flat on their head!

As one of those with straight - with a kink - hair I find I have to do something to make it interesting. This video is a how to to give straight hair some va va voom!


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The hip nail brand Urban Venus have launched a set of nail laquers



Hot on the nail scene is the brand new nail laquer from the hip brand Urban Venus.

The celebrity manicurist which has two salons in Calgary was recently voted one of the "top places to get your nails polished in North America." by Flare magazine.

The founder of Urban Venus, Rachel, has been in the development of spa products for the latest 15 years. In the early days she was ahead of the 'bath bomb' explosion, and was one of the first to create the fizzing bath bomb that was to become massively popular. As the years progressed so did Rachel's skills and portfolio, expanding out with delectable smells and products such as body washes, hand soaps and foot scrubs.

When Rachel opened her first Urban Venus shop it was immediatly sensationalised, winning accolades in National Magazines claiming it was the top place to get manicured. Since her instant success in the first opening of Urban Venus, Rachel went on to open a second location in Calgary and continues to extend her product range to add more beautifully formulated bath & spa products.

Her reputation and industry response has led to invitations to high profile events adding a long list of celebrities to her list. Urban Venus have polished the talons of the likes of Miley Cyrus, Katy Perry, Justin Beiber, Black Eyed Peas, New Kids on the Block and many more.

With quality at the forefront of her mind, all Urban Venus nail laquers are dbp, formaldehyde and toluene free, something that is very important to all technicians and customers. The current collection of nearly 50 colours choices include industry favourites such as reds, plums, pinks and sheers as well as statement colours like gold and teal. All the colours have fantastic pigmentation which ensures great coverage and durability. They go on really smooth and the application brush makes precision brush strokes effortless. Each product in the range is thoroughly thought out and named after times or events found in a womens agenda. Top examples include, '7.30 am in the buff is a sheer pink', '12.01 pm power lunch is a deep red', '3.30pm pick up the kids is a subdued pearly pink'.

You can find out more about  Urban Venus here:
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Monday 7 May 2012

New CId cosmetics I-Colour Cobalt Eyeshadow



New CId I-Colour in Cobalt is a deep royal blue eyeshadow that goes fantastic as evening wear makeup.

The packaging was a lot larger then I'd expect for a eyeshadow which gives the impression that the product will be very long lasting.

Initially from the look of the eyeshadow in the packaging I thought it was a powder eyeshadow but to my surprise it was actually a cream shadow. I'm not a huge fan of cream eyeshadows due to the fact that they come off so easily but every product deserves a chance to get a fair review.

The eyeshadow felt like mousse to the touch and it took a few attempts to get the eyeshadow fully on my eyelid as I felt the layering was too thin on the first application.

The overall effect of the eyeshadow is quite smooth and shiny but there is slight transparency as some of the product rubs off. I felt that the applied colour is also slightly deceiving as it is a lot lighter then it appears in the packaging. For a evening out the Colbat eyeshadow will go well with a coral pink lipgloss and subtle face makeup.


Advantages
  • Good eyeshadow for a night out
  • Large container so the product will last a long time
Disadvantages
  • Colour applies quite light
  • Even after several applications the eyeshadow is still very light

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Friday 4 May 2012

Get a Burts Bees grab bag worth £55 for only £20!

Do you love bees?

Even if the furry creatures don't do it for you perhaps their beeswax does. Burts Bees are giving you ladies the treat of a lifetime with 12 items (including 4 full size products) all crammed into a little grab bag.

Perfect for a gift or just for pampering yourself. Run before they run out !

Grab your Burts bees grab bag here
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I'm in Shout magazine!

Some of you may remember me mentioning that I was going to be in Shout magazine as a reviewer. Well that time has finally come, ** drum roll **



In the review I'm reviewing Argon Oil, a little bottle of surprises which leaves your hair amazingly soft and shiny.
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Celebrity inspired hairstyles

So you've got a big night planned and you don't want to look the same as every other time you went out. What do you do? Take inspiration from this celebrity inspired youtube video on how to make your curly hair make people go WOW

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Maybelline Dream Satin Liquid Foundation: Does it whip up a feeling of pleasure?


So I felt it was about time to test a new foundation and I'd heard good things about Maybelline's foundations so thought i'd give it a try.

The Maybelline Drema Satin Liquid foundation comes in a standard tube with a squirt releaser. I felt the method of releasing the foundation was a lot more effective then the typical screw top lids where sometimes too much foundation can come out at once. I squirted the product a couple of times onto the back of my hand and used a brush to apply it to my face.

I felt the colour match was pretty accurate and I wasn't left with any obvious orange/face-neck shades which are always extremely noticeable!

The packaging claims that the product has a air whip consistency that gives off a luminous air brushed glow. In my honest opinion Maybelline have done a pretty good job. I feel that every part of my face is the same colour and any blemishes are well hidden.

In regards to stayability if you rub your face before it has dried it will start to come off, as I found out when answering the phone soon after applying to find large streak marks left on the glass. I try to eliminate the chance of the product rubbing off as much as possible by applying a effective compact powder which helps to settle the foundation.

For the fact that it has brilliant coverage, a flawless look great colour matching and no streaks I'll give it a 5/5

You can find Maybelline Dream Satin Liquid foundation for around £6.99 here
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Advantages
  • Gives off a flawless look
  • Great coverage
  • Moderates the amount of product you use through its innovative lid
  • Great colour match
Disadvantages
  • Wasn't made sooner!
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