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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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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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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