Anastasia Beverly Hills - Modern Renaissance Palette REVIEW

The Beauty Bloggers Tag..

I thought I might do a different post today, one that focuses more on me rather than my opinions on products & beauty etc.. This was taken from Sal at Novarellie .. Here's a link to her tag post.. 

http://novarellie.blogspot.com.au/2014/03/get-to-know-me-beauty-blogger-tag.html

Enjoy!

1. Is your hair naturally curly or straight?

 

It's kind of in the middle, I'd say more wavy, and it's very dependant on what shampoo/conditioner I use and whether I blow dry it. 

2. Do you dye it yourself or go to a salon?
 

I used to dye it myself, until I started killing my hair.. The last few times I've been to the salon.

 

3. Do you wear the same style everyday, or do you change it?

Usually it stays the same, down and frizzy!

4. Do you do your own mani/pedi or go to a salon?
 

Nails I usually do myself, but I like a nice pedicure from a salon!

5. How often do you change your nail polish?
 

I literally never wear nail varnish because I get stressed out when it doesn't last, but if I do, it'll be every couple of days because I get bored..

6. Do you polish your toes in the winter or just the summer?
 

Both!

 

7. How long does it take for you to put on makeup?

 

Depends on what I'm putting it on for, everyday makeup takes about 10 minutes, if it's an evening thing usually an hour

8. What do you do first? Face or eyes?
 

Usually my base, which would be primer, concealer, foundation.. Then I would do my eyes, then  finish my face. 

9. Do you collect makeup or just buy what you need when you need it?

 

Collect for sure!

10. How often do you wear false eyelashes?
 

Nice occasions, and when I'm peer pressured into it! 

11. Do you do a full face of makeup every day?

 

Nope! Mostly I don't wear any if I'm popping out or spending the day at home.. If I'm working it's minimal, then usually a full face if I'm going out in the evening

 

12. Do you wear makeup when you're home alone or with family?

 

I don't 

13. Will you leave the house without makeup?
 

You're more likely to catch me without it than with it.. However more recently I've been making more of an effort 

 

14. How many high-end products do you have?

 

Quite a few, I like high-end base products like foundation, primer, concealer because I feel they personally work better with my skin.. But I have a few drugstore lipsticks! 

 

15. Do you plan your OOTD every night or decide when you're getting dressed?

 

Haha I wish I could be so organised to plan my outfit the night before, I usually plan it whilst I'm still in bed preparing to get up.. 

16. How often do you change your handbag?

Depends on where I'm going, what i'm doing.. If I'm popping out for an hour I bring my little bag, if it's to the shopping centre or beach it's usually a bigger one.

 

17. What time do you wake up and go to sleep?

 

I'm a bit of a night owl if I'm honest, I try to get to sleep before 12 and even then I wake up once or twice in the middle of the night.. My friends joke that I'm still in English time. At the moment I've been waking up at half 8 because I don't have any commitments during the day, but I'm sure when I'm back in England it'll be earlier for work!

 

18. How often or when do you workout?

 

ATM, I cycle pretty much everywhere.. To the beach, shops, cafe.. I try and do more but I get so bored!

19. Left handed or right handed?

 

Left

20. How tall are you?

 

Complete guess.. 5ft 5

21. Do you speak any foreign languages?

English with a GCSE in German, and a couple of songs in French..

22. How many pets do you have?
 

I have a cat, Miley. 

23. How often are you on Blogger?
 

Definitely every day 

 

24. Do you read comments posted on blogs?

 

Yes. I enjoy them, and learning from other peoples opinions.. 

 

25. Do you keep a list of products to try as you see other posts?

 

My notebook is jam packed..

26. How did you come up with your blog name?
 

I wanted something that flowed, my childhood nickname was Judy Rudy for some reason.. (Thanks mum!) and I think it went well..

 

27. What kind of camera do you use for your photographs?

 

I have a Sony a55 SLR

 

28. How often do you clean your house?

 

Everyday, my room is pretty much always tidy and organised 

 

29. What's your favorite color?

 

Ahhhhh it changes so much! But I'm very into pastel colours at the moment. 

 

30. What is your favorite drugstore/high end makeup brand?

 

Drugstore would be Rimmel, Maybelline and No7

 

High End would be NARS, Laura Mercier, YSL and MAC

 

31. What are you doing with the rest of your day?

 

Probably some more blogging, and I'm making falafels! 

#LFXMAS - Look Fantastic Beauty Box December 2016

Look Fantastic Beauty Box - December 2016 Edition

I've been receiving these boxes for a year now, and overall I have very mixed views on whether i'd like to continue my subscription.. (this blog is all about honesty right?) - this is what i'd of said a couple of months ago, but I see myself renewing for another year purely based on November's amazing box (you can see my review on that here) and December's box as they have been so great, and so suited to me & what I like to try! I usually find them too samey or not enough reflection of me.. but the last couple of months i've been seriously impressed..

Christmas Gift Guide - For Him - Splash the Cash

A Christmas Gift Guide - For Him - 'Splash the cash' Edition

Christmas Gift Guide - For Her - Splash the Cash

A Christmas Gift Guide - For Her - 'Splash the cash' Edition

Christmas Gift Guide - For Him - Under £30

A Christmas Gift Guide - Boys - Under £30

Christmas Gift Guide - For Her - Under £30

My Favourite Christmas Jumpers 2016

My Favourite Christmas Jumpers 16'

November Beauty Buys

I'm a huge makeup fan shock horror and at least every month I invest in something new purely from recommendations or what's on offer when I walk into my local boots, superdrug etc.. This month i'm so excited to share what i've bought throughout November, so lets get into it. 

REVIEW: Urban Decay Ultimate Basics Palette

This palette has been ridiculously anticipated and rightly so, it is honestly beautiful. Being a huge fan of Urban Decay, and in particular their eyeshadow palettes (this may be the sixth one I own?) I was super keen to get my hands on this when I noticed it on the Urban Decay website.. much to my dismay it was sold out, but I signed up for an alert to get it once back in stock and it only took a week! 

Mini LUSH Haul

I rarely get down to LUSH and I actually find I also never really have time to enjoy the luxury bath products they have to offer, and usually end up leaving them in the bathroom so the rest of the family can enjoy (accidentally). On a recent trip to Westfield, I thought i'd give myself a 'one off' treat and have a look at some products, particularly the Christmas/Autumnal inspired products to really get into the spirit. I ended up leaving with a couple of bath bombs, a bath bar and an interesting scrub

Blogmas Day Nine ~ The Everyday Brush Set

I was never really a huge brush fan until a year or so ago, I used to apply my foundation with my fingers (the thought of doing that now..) saying that though, I would obviously apply blush and eyeshadow with a brush, but it would be a cheapo one that wouldn't work in the slightest on my face.

When I became obsessed with the beauty blogging industry at the beginning of 2013, the first thing that caught my attention was the insane amount of brushes bloggers had, and until I bought and fell in love with them myself I never really understood the hype.

Blogmas Day Eight ~ My Face With Five Products Challenge

Five items. Five minutes.

I think this post could be aimed at beauty addicts who like to mix around their beauty regime and also may not have the time in the morning to apply an extensively full face of makeup (I.e would rather opt for a few extra minutes in bed) or you have only five minutes to get ready literally, and need a 'go-to' quick regime that won't let you leave the house looking naked on the face.

If you're in a rush, you want something that works, gives you coverage and doesn't take long..these five items are pretty much that. (Please note, you will not be getting the flawless, completely done up look some might desire) - but it works, it's quick and it's simple.

Firstly I start off with my base, instead of trying to fit in a foundation, I thought about maybe a good coverage concealer? NARS Creamy Concealer in Medium does wonders to my face, the coverage is great, it doesn't cake, and it can leave your face looking like you actually have foundation on. I would apply this using my Real Techniques Buffing Brush from the Core Collection 

Next I would curl my eyelashes using my NYX Eyelash Curler.. Curling your eyelashes makes such a difference to your eyes once mascara is applied, as mentioned in my brush collection post I used to never really understand the whole makeup tools hype, I never curled my eyelashes or applied makeup with brushes... Curling your eyelashes really does make that extra difference (just don't do it after you've applied mascara because you'll rip your lashes out) 

The fourth product would be Clinique Lash Power Mascara it's my current favourite mascara and it opens up your eyes and makes you look more awake.. 

The fifth would be something for my lips, something moisturising but pretty.. I opted for the Tarte Lip Shine in Smitten it's one of my more subtle lip products but because it's both glossy, moisturising and with a hint of colour I thought it would work well with my pulled back neutral & natural look. 

What would be your 5 products if you had to choose? 

Leave a comment!

  

REVIEW: L'Oreal Colour Riche Collection Privee

 Following their very successful range of nude lipsticks launched last year, L'Oreal surprised us again with a more vibrant addition to the 'colour riche privee collection' this time with 'Pure Reds' (but I thought I'd add in and review my favourite nude for you to) 

REVIEW: MAC 'Flat Out Fabulous'

If you know me well you'll know I'm a massive fan of MAC lipsticks, (find their zillions of shades here) Raved for their high pigmentation, gorgeous scent and lasting appearance.. they never let us down - well they certainly don't let me down. New to my lipstick draw is the 'flat out fabulous' shade from the retro matte collection, and it really does live up to it's name!  

Bicester Village..

Known for its impeccable outlet stores, Bicester village does not fail a girls fantasy. From the likes of Michael Kors, Kate Spade and Ted Baker all the way to Prada, Mulberry, Marc Jacobs - it really is heaven. After taking a recent trip, I took along my trusty SLR in order to take some pics to later post to all my followers who are yet to see what this place has to offer, so here it is all lit up and wintery in a 'few' pictures.

Christmas wish list.. My 'top five'

Hello lovelies,

(photos taken from the web)

It's now officially my favourite season, Christmas is practically round the corner and at this point I'm starting to question where the last 11 months have gone and how much has changed in that time..

London trip / haul..

WARNING : this blog post contains lots of Christmas excitement.. 

Last Friday I took a long awaited trip into central London with a friend, I hadn't actually been since before I went to Australia which is well over a year ago now, and I was pretty overcome with excitement. ~ I live about a twenty five minute train journey from St. Pancras, so realistically I didn't have an excuse as to why I haven't been, in a way it's always seemed so close yet such an effort to travel into. (London commuters you may understand this)

May Favourites

Better late than never folks, I have for you my 'May Favourites'. This last month has been a little different, I've recently returned from Australia and am only now finding my feet properly. I've spent the last month and a half catching up with friends, picking up work again.. and enjoying a drink or two on the weekends, I honestly haven't really found time to sit down and write out a decent blog post for you all, I'm sorry!

I feel the best way to kick it off again would be with some good ol' favourites, as I haven't really been focusing on my makeup stash or purchasing any new products, you may or may not find this post a tad on the irrelevant side, but oh well. I have been rekindling love for old products/gadgets/items and also making use out of new ones... so here goes!

Current Beauty Wishlist..

(Sorry for the lack of posts, I've been trying to make the most of my time left in Australia, I.e beach, drink, gigs, beach, drink, gigs)

If you're reading this then you probably, like me, have your own beauty Wishlist - jam packed filled with products you can't afford and will only feel comfortable buying when there's a decent looking number in your bank account, products that might always be sold out, products you're tempted by but want to see some more reviews on... This list is endless.

The main issue in my case is the countdown till I'm back in England and can afford to buy everything I want (yes Aussie beauty products are insanely expensive) but I'm also holding out on reading and researching more reviews for particular products I'm reluctant to take the plunge on..