I'm Back & L'Oreal Infallible 24H Review

Hello!

Oh my gosh long time, no blog :( I'm re-launching my blog from today and will be posting every week at 6pm GMT on a Wednesday and a Saturday . I am sooooo excited!!

 

 

L'Oreal Infallible 24h Stay Fresh Foundation, if you don't have it yet, go- go right away! Head to Boots and pick it up because this product has been one of my most used foundations over the past few weeks.

 

 

I got this product after Lauren Curtis constantly raving about it on her YouTube channel and was after a slightly higher coverage drugstore foundation, and I think this was one of the best decisions I have made in a while.

 

I would say this foundation is medium-full coverage and I have been using it on an everyday basis. The only thing I would suggest when using this product is use a primer as it can feel slightly drying if not. Also, don't layer it up too much as it doesn't sit very well when on the skin and can make your complexion look very patchy, but aside from that I couldn't recommend this product enough!!!

In terms of being 24 hour I completely agree, the foundation stays on all day and doesn't require any touch-ups at all. The finish is slightly more matte but does still offer a glow to the skin to make you look super fresh and healthy (what we all want!).

 

My product is in the shade 125 Natural Rose for anyone wondering and I purchased it from Boots for £9.99 (super affordable). Here is the link:

http://www.boots.com/en/LOreal-Infallible-24H-Foundation_1427495/

 

 

Thank you so much for reading queens and i'll speak to you on Wednesday!

Leave me your current drugstore foundation recommendations below because I would absolutely love to know!!

 

Lots of love always,

Al xxxxxx



Benefit Roller Lash Mascara Review | MakeUpByAlx

Hello you beautiful people,

i'm so, so sorry that I haven't posted in a while I've just been super, super busy! But i'm back now and will be writing one post a week, every Saturday! :)

 

So, as it seems to have taken over the entire beauty industry, I thought I would write a review on the Benefit Roller Lash Mascara (eek). This product was absolutely raved about all over the YouTube and Blogging community and so I finally decided to purchase it. At £19.50 it is a fairly expensive product, but when it's high-end I feel like mascara's are always worth it (I mean all makeup is worth it come on).

 

The packaging is BEAUTIFUL and the brush is very thin! When I first tried the product it didn't seem to be making my lashes as volumised as I would have liked, but I soon learnt that this is a very buildable mascara. It requires around two coats for maximum results, which is understandable but not too good if you're in a rush! In my opinion, I think that the Benefit They're Real is better at effortless volume, but this product is still highly recommendable!

 

I love how natural it makes my face look, perfect for the upcoming spring/summer seasons with a tan and a rosy-cheek!

 

Finally, if you like thick, spidery (good adjective) lashes, then this product may not be for you either because it adds volume but if you want your lashes to look more full, then you may be better with They're Real.

 

 

 

Thank you so much for reading, and let me know what your favourite mascara's are in the comments below!

 

Lots of love always,

Al x x x

 



Bobbi Brown Creamy Concealer Kit Review | Alivia

hello again,

I hope you're all having a great time now half-term is over (I doubt it) and I hope you're all well and good.

 

Today's post is yet another review (sowwi) and it is on the Bobbi Brown Creamy Concealer Kit.

 

I ran out of concealer and was in desperate need of a new one, which blended in well and didn't end up looking flakey after a few hours (which my old one sometimes did, which made me saddddd). I had a look around and was recommended this concealer kit at the Bobbi Brown counter. The kit contains a Creamy Concealer (Beige) and also a Sheer Finish Pressed Powder (Pale Yellow).

 

 

This concealer has been fabulous to me. It's so soft and has a gorgeous texture for the skin which does not feel cakey at all. Simple and easy to blend with an outstanding coverage, especially for dark circles around eyes. The setting powder I thought was such a great idea, because it stops the concealer going flakey, and helps to set it for the whole day. The powder also helps to highlight when used under the eyes, making the face look so natural and healthy. At £24.50 i am very pleased with my purchase and recommend it to anybody!!

 

What are your most-loved concealers?

 

Lots of love always,

Al x x x

 

 

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Nars Blush- Orgasm | Alivia

hello queens,

 

 

so, i'm sure it's not just me, but i'm really specific about what blush i use(?). I'm not a huge fan of really obvious blush, because i don't think it looks natural and can completely ruin a gorgeous face of makeup, however i feel like it is an essential part of a make up routine. For me, i actually hadn't purchased a high-street blusher like my normal products because i was happy with the ones i had, and also hadn't found a high-street one i liked...UNTIL...

 

 

 

 

Nars 'Orgasm' (name is slightly unusual but hey ho). This blusher is a Cult Favourite and is highly raved about by the blogging and YouTube community, so when my friend recommended it as well, i though why not!? (typical me). When i first saw this blush i thought it looked a bit too glittery for my liking, but i was so wrong!!! It offers such a stunning glisten to the cheek, and not an overpowering glitter like i first thought. The glitter acts like a highlight in the light of the sun and really opens up the face to look nice and healthy!! The actual base colour of this blush is a coral-ly pink and i just adore it. It's natural, sparkly and beautiful, i honestly couldn't ask for any more! I LOVE IT. I apply my blush with one of my all-time favourite brushes, the Bare Minerals Flawless Face Brush (its the mini silver one but i can't find out it's full name sorry!).

This product is £23.

 

I absolutely love Nars. Do any of you have any Nars products you adore?! If so, please let me know because i would really like to try them out!

 

Lots of love always,

Al x x x

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Twitter: @AliceWragg


YSL Le Teint Touche Eclat Review | Alivia

Hello you gorgeous people,

 

I'm so sorry that I haven't posted in ages; I've been doing mock exams AND I've been poorly :( !! BUT don't worry I've got a few posts lined up and ready for you allll...

 

You know when its winter and all your makeup is really pale and after a while you just get sick of it and you need to go dark? Well this happened to me and I decided to treat myself to a new foundation. At first i wanted the new 'Nars Luminous Weightless Foundation' and as i went to John Lewis, they didn't even have it (cry). Although never fear, i went over to the Yves Saint Laurent counter and literally fell in love with the Le Teint Touche Éclat in B40 and within minutes i had it in my bag (im a very bad impulse buyer oops).

 

 

 

 

 

I absolutely ADORE this foundation. It's so, so light on the face but offers a really good coverage and is a perfect colour match to my skin. It's so effortless and easy to blend (i use the Real Techniques Buffing Brush to apply it) and can be easily built up depending on the coverage you require! (Is it weird to say that it also smells amazing? i don't know why but it just does okay). It cost me £31, which may seem a lot, but i would highly, highly recommend it to anyone- it hasn't affected my skin and has stayed on my face all day (which makes it perfect for them horrendous days at work and school).

 

What are your favourite foundations? Let me know!!

 

Lots of love always,

Al x x x

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Twitter: @AliceWragg

January Fashion Favourites | Alivia

ello puddins..HAPPY FEBRUARY (already!!!!!),

So today I am going to be doing a more fashion based post on my 'January Fashion Favourites'. I can't be the only one of us that genuinely thinks they have an addiction to spending money (can I?!). Anyway, here's a few things that I've just been LOVING for everyday/casual and even smart wear!!

Also, I will just apologise for the dominantly poor image quality. It's very unlike me but all the photos were pre-taken :(

 

Topshop Ultimate Faux Leather Biker Jacket

Now for me, this jacket is on my list of holy grails. I wear it most days for sixth form because it goes with literally ANYTHING. If I want a more casual outfit day, this jacket immediately dresses it up (and is still sooo comfy). It's warm, comfy and just beautiful.

 

 

 

ITS CURRENTLY ON SALE SO HERE'S THE LINK IF YOU WANT TO TAKE A LOOK:

 

http://www.topshop.com/en/tsuk/product/sale-3246534/sale-3267090/jackets-coats-816/ultimate-faux-leather-biker-jacket-3173466?refinements=Colour%7b1%7d~%5bblack%5d%5ecategory~%5b398679%7c398526%5d&bi=1&ps=20

Topshop Cocoon Sweat
The comfiest item I own (apart from my pyjamas hehe). I absolutely ADORE this sweat SO SO much. I pair it with leggings and some converse on cosy days, and ripped jeans if I want to dress it up a little bit. With wavy, beachy hair this sweat looks stunning! It's available in many colours as well (all of which I  want).

Link: http://www.topshop.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?langId=-1&storeId=12556&catalogId=33057&productId=17301857&categoryId=1093304&parent_category_rn=208524



Topshop Blue and White Speckle Shirt
Shock horror, another Topshop product (addicted okay, everything is just too nice to leave). This shirt has been one of my most worn items of January, the chiffon material is just so so soft on the skin which makes it comfortable for every occasion. You can't really see from the photos but there's actually a striped detail on the shirt which I just l o v e because it adds texture to the piece. The colour really matches my hair and skin tone and has been the cause of many compliments (thank you Topshop!!!).

 

 

(COLOURED PHOTO BELOW)

Link: (im so so sorry I cant find it ANYWHERE!)

Topshop Luxe Faux Fur Boxy Gilet
Classy, smart and very cute, this gilet is one of my more different (yet head over heels in love with) items from January. Silk lined and fur (what more could a girl ask for?!), unbelievably comfy and very warm for these cold, snowy months. This gilet pairs beautifully with the shirt above (see picture) and a pair of jeans, perfect for meals and nights out. I've been so impressed by Topshop recently (in case you couldn't tell), and would highly recommend anyone to visit it now!!

Link: http://www.topshop.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?langId=-1&storeId=12556&catalogId=33057&productId=15560604&categoryId=1093323&parent_category_rn=208526

Black Converse All Star
Standard little shoe that is again, on my list of holy grails. Affordable, and go with absolutely everything, I have been LIVING in these recently!! They're so simple, yet I think they look so  effective and can really give an outfit some character. Great substitute for boots when we all chose comfort (me most of the time) and yeah, just bloody love them.

 

(yes, I know my feet are very small)

Link: http://www.office.co.uk/view/product/office_catalog/5,21/2413100347

I didn't expect this to be a Topshop Haul but it kind of turned into one (oops) so sorry for that! Let me know what your January Fashion Favourites were in the comments below!! Thanks so much for reading!!

Lots of love always,
Al x xx

What's In My Mulberry? - Party Edition | Alivia

ello ello ello my little ones,

todays blog post is on 'What's In My Mulberry? - Party Edition' ! so basically guys around 5 months ago I got a very early Christmas present and it was the Mulberry Fold Over (Daria maybe?!) Clutch (LETS ALL SCREAM WITH EXCITEMENT), and I am still yet to use it as I don't want to spoil it because it's just so so beautiful. Anyway, on Friday I am christening it and using it for the first time so I thought I may as well do the "What's In My Bag?" tag with a little bit of a twist (always got to keep things more interesting).

Mac- Crème Cup
Us girls know just how important it is to top up our lipstick throughout the night. So ALWAYS make sure you have the lipstick you're wearing in your bag (in this case for me, the Mac Crème Cup, which I highly, highly recommend).

BareMinerals Marvelous Moxie Lip Gloss
Okay so again you don't have to use this specific lipgloss, but oh my gosh this one is one of my favvvess!! Its a gorgeous pink gloss that tastes like pepperminty oh wow its sent from the heavens! It's always lovely to quickly apply lip gloss to add colour to our faces!

(ive actually misplaced this lipgloss and didn't have a photo, so I got this one online for you, SO sorryyy)

Mac Pressed Blot Powder
Dancing away, laughing can seriously lead to getting a bit of a sweat on which means...SHINY!!! Nobody (and I mean nobody) wants a shiny, sweaty face with makeup that looks as though it's melting off!! Apply some powder throughout the night and it will help your makeup set into place and also get rid of the shine (unless you want to embrace the shine then that's okay!!)

Hairspray
For me, this is a MUST. After lots of dancing, sweating and jumping around my perfect party hair often ends up going pretty mental so a quick trip to the toilet and some hairspray is literally  a holy grail!! Obviously you need a mini version if you are using a clutch! (unlike my huge bottle here, I ran out of my mini's!!)

Lady Million Perfume- Paco Rabanne
My signature smell. You simply CANNOT go without your favourite smell on a night out after being squashed around lots of people! Smelling nice is one of the few, loveliest things to do and also to be complimented on in my opinion! OH, I also highly recommend this perfume it is the nicest thing I have smelt in a long time, and is very long-lasting! (you can read more about it in my 2014 beauty favourites post).

And then of course all the usual's;

Money

Tissue

etc etc..

(us girls put way too much in our bags dont we?!)

So... considering this whole post is about my true love.. here she is in all her beauty!!

Thanks so much for reading and let me know what kind of things you put in your bag on a night out!!! Also, let me know what kind of other posts you want me to write!

Lots of love always,
Al x x x

Dermalogica Clear Start Breakout Clearing Kit & Skincare | Alivia

helloooooo beautiful people,

welcome back to my blog (its newly designed tehe pretttyyyyyy), I hope you're all well and good ( and for those revising I hope you aren't struggling as much as me ooooops ) !!

SO!...todays blogpost is on the Dermalogica Clear Start Breakout Clearing Kit and also just a general little chitchat about skincare (we gota keep them pretty little faces looking good haven't we?!). I hope its not just me, but this cold, snowy weather just completely dries out my face, and leaves me with big red patches on my face, which then leads to feeling self-conscious. I also think that dry skin means patchy, flaky makeup application (emotional I know). I always use lots of moisturizer but it just wasn't seeming to work, and my face was just dull and lifeless and I just needed some of my summer glow back so I decided I needed a proper skincare routine. After being recommended the Dermalogica skincare collection, I had a little browse and picked out the 'Breakout Clearing Kit' - considering my spot collection was also increasing (it was just going from bad to worse really!!!). Now this set includes travel-sized components as I thought, if I like these products after using the little bottles, I can buy the full-sized ones in the future (efficiency at its finest yes?).

SO...in this set you receive;

 

1 x Breakout Clearing Foam Wash

1 x Breakout Clearing All Over Toner

1 x Breakout Clearing Daytime Treatment

1 x Breakout Clearing Overnight Treatment

1 x Oil Clearing Matte Moisturizer SPF15

GIFT: Breakout Clearing Cooling Masque (sample)

 

Considering everything that wasn't looking great on my skin,  this set looked perfect and so cute!

 

Breakout Clearing Foam Wash:

This stuff is really brilliant, leaves my face fresh morning and night, and gives my skin such a healthy looking glow!!!

 

 

 

Breakout Clearing All Over Toner:

THIS STUFF SMELLS BLOODY GORGEOUS. Beside the smell, a few sprays of this onto a cotton pad and a wipe over my face just makes my skin FEEL clean (nothing better than going to sleep with a fresh face right!!??)

 

 

 

Breakout Clearing Daytime Treatment:

This product is similar to the Matte Moisturizer, however I only use this product in the day if my skin is feeling super, super dry, or the weather is super, super cold and so therefore, I would need lots of moisture on my face. This product is a treatment, and so is thicker on the skin. Beautiful treatment that works miracles, especially when using the Overnight Treatment as well!

 

 

 

Breakout Clearing Overnight Treatment:

I just love putting this treatment on my little face when I go to sleep. It smells gorgeous, sinks in well (we don't want our faces sticking to our pillows), and when I wake up, my skin is genuinely as smooth as a babies bum!!

 

 

 

Oil Clearing Matte Moisturizer SPF15:

My everyday moisturizer; It has taken away all oil from my t-zone and around my nose. All in all, it is just a fabulous everyday moisturizer! Also due to its SPF15 it will be perfect to carry round in my bag in summer!!! However, because its part of the breakout clearing set, after a few moment of aplication it has already abaorbes which makes it difficult when they applying foundation! Also, because my eyes are sensitive, it stings around my eyes quite a lot so for me, it's not the best thing!

 

 

Breakout Clearing Cooling Masque

Okay im not going to lie..i haven't actually used this yet but it looks just as gorgeous as the other products!!

 

 

 

I bought my set from Selfridges for £23.50 (great price in my opinion!)

 

With the moisturizers and treatments I would suggest applying a fair amount to the skin, not enough and the skin will become dry throughout the day (not what we want!!)

 

As a whole, I am so so so impressed with these products, I have been recommending them to all my friends and family and now to all of you gorgeous readers! My skin is so much more vibrant and healthier looking. The red patches have faded considerably and I feel much more confident in my own skin!!!! Always remember what Zoella taught me...Your skin doesn't define you<3.

 

Do any of you have any amazing skincare products to share? If so, leave them in the comments down below, because i'd love to try them out!!!

 

Lots of love always,

Al x x x

 

 

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twitter; @AliceWragg

 

 

Real Techniques Core Collection Review | Alivia

helllloooooo my lil puddings,

I do hope you're all feeling super ( and not ill like lots of people, although if you are please get better soon!! ) and having a good 2015!! Today's blogpost is a review of the Real Techniques Core Collection brushes ( l o v e ).

Soooo little ones, I received this set after wanting it for SO BLOODY LONG, and was very, very happy to finally have some new, fabulous brushes (lots of people recommended them to me so I thought I may as well join the hype too). The brushes are made from synthetic taklon fibres and I can only re-phrase this to you as THE SOFTEST THINGS EVER (ok al). As I was saying, these brushes are super soft and were actually designed by the YouTuber Sam Chapman (well done Sam you star) and since these brushes were released, they have had nothing but amazing reviews!!

In the core set you get:

1 x Pointed Foundation Brush

1 x Contour Brush

1 x Detailer Brush

1 x Buffing Brush (my fav!)

The brushes are super cute with an orangey/rose-gold colouring which just makes them look that bit more princess worthy (after all, we are all princesses).

The Pointed Foundation Brush
(I mentioned this brush in my 2014 favourites post which you should all check out!)
I use this brush for my concealer, and I think it does an excellent job, if used correctly. I have found that if you just try and simply stroke the concealer into the skin with this brush, it leaves streaky/brush lines which of course we do not want. So in order to get the best outcome, I dab the concealer into the skin with my brush and use the pointed tip to work it into the areas that need concealing and it works alllll good.

The Contour Brush
Now can I just say, that this brush is just THE SOFTEST AND MOST BEAUTIFUL LITTLE THING IVE EVER SEEN (?). This brush does its job perfectly, blending harsh contour lines into the skin with little effort with a flawless finish, fantastic. Highly recommend!!

The Detailer Brush
This little cute brush is fabulous (like you). I use this for highlighting my brow bone and it works beautifully when applying eyeshadow to the lower lash line. A fragile little brush that leaves a fragile finish (woop woop).

The Buffing Brush
Leaving the big beauty until last waheyy. So, I use this brush for my foundation at the moment, because it is just so brilliant!! I use circular motions with very light pressure and the buffing brush does just as it says...perfectly blends foundation into the skin, masking up my areas of redness and scarring with such a natural look!! Everything about these brushes leaves my skin looking so natural and that's why I cherish them so much!!! (cute)

 

 

Finally, just a little extra, the brushes also come in a case that can also be used as a stand!! Very efficient when actually doing makeup, and also perfect for travelling or throwing in your handbag for little touch-ups during the day (always gota be on fleek girls).

I hope you enjoyed my review ( I really do, and if you did, or if you have any questions; be sure to leave me a comment and give me a cheeky follow, cheeky ) !! Also, I just thought it was worth mentioning that my tripod for my camera arrived today and omg I am so pleased with it!!! I'm thinking of perhaps starting a YouTube channel in the same style as my blog? what do you all think? PLEASE let me know as this is something I would adore doing!!!

LOTS OF LOVE ALWAYS,
Al x x x

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Sixth Form Outfit Of The Day | Alivia



 

hello everyone,
thank you all for reading my last post on the 'Younique 3D Fibre Mascara Review' I hope you all loved it as much as I loved writing it!! Wishing you all a happy week and I hope you're all powering through work and school and counting down the days until the next holidays (like me oops)...

So today I am going to be doing a post on my 'Sixth Form Outfit Of The Day' and just a general chat about fashion (because in all seriousness, who doesn't want to chat about clothes?!). So I woke up this morning, tired, and with a full day of lessons ahead of me with absolutely no idea what to wear (despite owning a ridiculous amount of clothes... typical girl, we're all guilty of this). So, recently, i seem to have averted away from my old fashion traits and am beginning to be more thoughtful about my choices when shopping and picking out outfit of the days. I am very much into shirts, jackets, boots, casual dresses, casual skirts and tights recently (all Zoella inspired of course). I feel like smart-casual is much more visually appealing and makes me feel more confident. My friend once said to me "if i look good, i work better" and i completely agree! If you feel more confident in your outfit then you wont be as self-conscious throughout the day!

Have any of you grown into a new fashion sense? Or believe that looking good helps you work better? Let me know in the comments!!

Anyway... after a very long debate and almost making myself late for sixth form, this was my chosen outfit;

 

SHIRT: Topshop

LEGGINGS: Topshop

JACKET: Topshop

SHOES: Converse (Office)

'WEEKEND' BAG: Topshop

 

 

I hope you all liked my chosen outfit, it was comfy yet i felt it still looked quite smart. I think at work or school or wherever you may be, it's so so important to make sure that you're comfy and also warm (i did actually wear tights under my leggings for extra warmth, despite my leggings already being super thick... Manchester weather everybody haha!). There's absolutely nothing worse than having an uncomfortable pair of jeans, or an itchy label when you're trying to work, and with this outfit i had no problems!!!

 

 

And that's all for today's post, leave a comment down below on the kind of clothes you like to wear for college/sixth form/work and so on!!! And don't forget to follow my blog because you're all my faves..

 

lots of love always,

Al x x x

 

ps- one of my most relatable fashion quotes of all time...

 

 

 

 



 

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Younique 3D Fibre Mascara Review | Alivia

hello all of you,

hope you've all had a brilliant, productive first week back at school/work (how sad) and have made the most of the new year so far! I have to say though, the weather where I live is so rubbish at the minute :(

SO...anyway, today I am going to be reviewing the 'Younique 3D Fibre Mascara'-

So I opened this little stocking filler on Christmas day and I completely had no idea what it was because it comes in a sort of glasses box, and yes I was very confused until I realised what it was (and then I was very excited)! And i'm not going to lie, I had never heard of this product until then and until I saw 'Shaaanxo' review it on her YouTube channel (be sure to check that out too!!).

So within this set you get a Transplanting Gel and Natural fibres to add volume and thickness to your existing lashes. You have to apply it like so:

1. A normal layer of your existing mascara (strongly recommend either the Benefit "They're Real!" or any Mac mascaras)
2. Add the transplanting layer over the top
3. And very quickly add the fibres
(You can repeat steps 2&3 as many times as you like depending on the look you're going for!)

I have to admit (again), that the first time I used this product I was very confused until I watched Shannons video. Although once I found out how to correctly apply it I was fully amazed. It gives the effect of false lashes with a much more natural finish. The volume is absolutely unreal as the fibres attach to your lashes, and the thickness creates a very 'full' look which perfectly compliments the eyes. However, I feel that if you were to repeat steps 2&3 again, your lashes could easily become very clumpy because even when applying just the first coat I could see that clumping was beginning to happen. However as a whole I would 110% recommend this product to anyone, its such a (yo)unique product and I believe it will soar in the beauty industry very soon (you heard it here first!!).

The product retails at around £23 on the Younique website however I have researched that you can get it for around £17 on Amazon and around £15 on eBay so get yours today!!!!

I hope you enjoyed my review, leave your comments down below and if you have any suggestions of any more blog posts you would like to see, let me know!!!

Lots of love always prins,

Al x x x

Health Kick to Start 2015, Alfie Deyes Inspired | Alivia

Hello everyone! This is a blogpost that will be slightly different to my normal beauty posts, but I thought it was something worth sharing with you all...

So its 2015, and  after feeling like I've eaten half of the worlds possession of unhealthy foods (okay, maybe not that much) me and my family have gone on a huge health kick!!

Not so long ago, I was watching one of Alfie Deyes' daily vlogs (PointlessBlogTV) and he was using the Brevill Blend Active smoothie maker. He explained how good it was, how inexpensive it was and just how easy and quick it was to make healthy smoothies. And so being a big healthy eater (normally, not over the Christmas holiday obviously), I thought it looked fantastic and purchased it from Argos, where it is currently on offer for just £17.50!

I used the machine and instantly fell in love with how easy it was to use, and definitely knew I had spent my money very wisely!!!! One of the things I love the most is that you blend the smoothie into the cup you will be drinking it from, so there's nothing to wash up except the blade (unless you were silly like me and poured the smoothie into a cup oops) I now make myself a smoothie everyday, and so took a photo of one of my creations for you:

In this smoothie there is:
-Mixed frozen berries
-100% natural yoghurt
-Grapes
-Orange juice
-Water
(I also added Banana into the next one I made and it was even more gorgeous)

I hope you liked this little different blogpost, let me know if you did and I also hope you have all had a fantastic start to 2015, and also let me know what other things you are doing to kick-start your healthy 2015!!

Lots of love forever,

Al xxx

My 14 Beauty Favourites of 2014 | Alivia

During 2014 I developed a collection of beauty products, many were great and others not so great! However, during this evening, I have put together 14 of my favourite products from 2014- so here goes..:

1. Real Techniques, Pointed Foundation Brush
I use this brush for my concealer and general crease smoothening and it is absolutely fantastic. Leaves such a smooth, natural finish on the face and is just super soft!!!


2. Primark Fashion Nails
I know what you're thinking! But these are a gift from God!! So, so easy to apply and stay on for 10-14 days (in my past experiences). Available in many different colours and patterns, for very occasion. Cheap and cheerful.

3. Bare Minerals Eyecolour in the colour,Queen Phyllis Matte
I have had this product for a very, very long time and I am simply in love with it. It is so natural and can be used for everyday wear, or even as a base to a more dressy, daring look. Overall just a fantastic, fresh looking eyecolour.

4. Mac Mineralize Moisture Foundation NW20
My all day, every day foundation that leaves me with clear skin, and a very natural looking appearance without looking 'cakey'. It gives a very good coverage for my skin type (if you like full coverage then this may not be the best, try looking at the Mac Studio Fix Foundations) and so I love it!

5. Bobbi Brown Shimmer Brick Compact (Bronze)
Beautiful little piece of makeup that just adds that glow to your face, emphasising facial structure and giving a warm, healthy looking face.

6. Mac Pressed Blot Powder in Medium Dark
Oh my goodness. A HOLY GRAIL. This product is absolutely AMAZING. Leaves a stunning finish on the skin, natural, healthy and removes all shine. Would 100% recommend this product to everyone! AMAZING.

7. Bare Minerals READY Luminizer in the colour 'The Daydream'
Another Bare Minerals product I have had for a very long time. A great everyday highlight/blush that adds a soft tone in the summer months.

8. Benefit High Beam Highlighter
My favourite highlight ever, so easy to apply, subtle yet very, very effective! Does not give that 'obvious' look like many highlighters do.

9. Urban Decay Naked 3 Palette
STUNNING. IN LOVE. BEAUTIFUL. PINK. GLITTERY. NATURAL.

10. Benefit Hoola Matte Bronzer
Light bronze that works very well when contouring. The fact the product is matte makes it very pigmented on the skin, making it blend in to the natural face and enhancing facial structure.

11. Freederm Fast Track Spot Formula
Its an overnight miracle. A small serving of this product onto a spot and overnight it transforms spots form large, red details, to smaller, less obvious detailings. Makes me feel a lot more confident about my skin after developing spots.

12. 17 Instant Glow Wash Off Self Tan in Light Shimmer
My oldest friend, bought for me as part of a present and I can honestly rely on it for a last minute tan in any situation. I adore this product, and so will you (i'm sure of it)! If you aren't into permanent fake-tan then this is definitely the product for you! (if they still sell it, im really not sure!!)

13. Soap and Glory Sugar Crush Body Wash
The smell is like a gift from the heavens. With a fruity/lime fragrance it leaves my body smelling fresh and feeling fresh (works extra well after a soak with Lush Bathbomb- Candy Mountain from personal experience!!)

AND FINALLY...

14. Paco Robanne, Lady Million perfume
Completely and utterly fallen in love, my new signature scent! Many people have complimented me on this perfume when I've been out! (one of my favourite compliments ever aswell!!)

So there it is, my 14 beauty favourites from 2014, I hope you liked them and if you have any favourites of your own please do comment them down below and I will try them out!!!

Thanks so much,
lots of love always..

Al x x x