New In Beauty | Spring Edition

Hey beaut's!

With every new season comes some new and excited beauty and makeup releases and theres plenty that I'm lusting after at the moment. Firstly to co-inside with the new 'Alice Through The Looking Glass' Movie which is coming out at the end of May, Urban Decay and OPI have come up with some amazing collections inspired by the film! Urban Decay have an amazing eyeshadow palette and selection of lipsticks to choose from and OPI have a whole new range of nail polish shades, how exciting! Too Faced have quite a few new bit's and pieces out for Spring ranging from a new blusher, bronzer, bronzing body oil, Better Than Sex Mascara in Waterproof but best of all they have a new eyeshadow palette named 'Sweet Peach' filled with the most gorgeous array of warm, peachy toned eye shadows that all smell of Peach, I need this palette in my life so bad! Superdrug have also just released a collection of EMOJI inspired lip balms which I think are super fun and the flavours/scents sound rather yummy! I'm also excited for Maybellines launch of their Vivid Matte Liquid Lipsticks coming to the UK in April/May along with their new Lash Sensational Luscious Mascara which sounds amazing!

Urban Decay Naked Skin One Done Tinted Moisturiser £25.00 / EMOJI Monkey Banana Split Lip Balm £2.99 / Soap and Glory Archery Volu-Boost Brow Fibre Gel £8.00 / Sleek MakeUP Cream Contour Kit £10.99 / Barry M Coconut Infusion Nail Paint in Laguna £4.99 / Too Faced Sweet Peach Eye Shadow Palette  / Urban Decay Afterglow 8-hour Powder Highlighter £19.00, / Urban Decay Beached Bronzer £20.00 / Maybelline Color Sensational Vivid Matte Liquid Lip Color / LOreal Mega Volume Miss Hippie Mascara £7.99 / Maybelline Lash Sensational Luscious Mascara  / Urban Decay 'Alice Through The Looking Glass' Eyeshadow Palette / OPI ''Alice Through The Looking Glass' Collection / MAC x Caitlyn Jenner Finally Free Lipstick

What new releases are looking forward to buying beaut's? I'd love to know!

July Glossybox | Stars and Stripes Edition

Hey beaut's!

So its that time again... Glossybox time!!! This month Glossybox have gone stateside with a special edition Stars and Stripes Box, showcasing exciting beauty brands born in the USA. The limited edition box is pretty impressive, I love the stars and stripes design and cant wait to reuse it somehow. One downside though is that I immeditly noticed I had no Glossy magazine?? I dont know if it's just my box or if there was no magazine this month but hey ho! 

 So lets see what I received inside my 'Stars and Stripes' Glossybox...

Carmex Lip Balm | Full Size | £2.69

This couldn't have come at a better time as I've literally just used up my pot of Carmex, this is definitely a handbag staple for all year round.

Absolute New York Perfecting Eyeshadow Primer | Full Size | $4.99

I cant wait to try this! I have horrid oily eyelids and the only primer that has ever worked for me is by Benefit so I cant wait to see how this fairs. The Primer claims to have an ultra-creamy formula that evens out the skin tone around the eye area and keeps your eyeshadow crease-free and colour-true all day long... Ohhh I sure hope so!

Bellapierre Cosmetics Mineral Lipstick in Catwalk | Full Size | £20 

This cult American favourite is formulated with natural waxes, mineral pigments and antioxidants including Vitamin C and E, providing long lasting coverage and protection against the sun. I must admit this lipstick certainly sounds like the business doesn't it ha ha, when I swatched it on the back of my hand it felt super creamy and smelt just like the vanilla scent MAC lipsticks have which is nice. As for the shade... I received Catwalk which is a natural-coral shade that I can see being a great everyday wearable shade.

Color Club Nail Polish in Glossy Seal | Full Size | $8

Colour Club is proudly made in New York with only non-toxic, cruelty free ingredients. The shade 'Glossy Seal' has been formulated especially for the July Glossybox which I think is pretty cool. I have actually tried this nail polish out already and the consistancy is very thick and hard wearing, it also leaves you with an incredible shine just like what you would get from a top coat.

Dr Bronner's Magic Liquid Soaps in Lavender | Sample | £3.99 for 140g

I cant see myself getting much use out of this little sample of soap as I hate the Lavender scent and as soon as I opened my Glossybox I was hit with that potent Lavender scent which was abit yukky! Scent aside it does sound very nice as Dr Bronner's Soap works to help calm nerves and sooth the body through a relaxing blend of organic coconut, palm, olive hemp, and jojoba oil as well as pure vitamin E and Lavender. If your a fan of Lavender you'll love this if not you'll probably give it to your Mum like I will ha ha.

Overall I'm really happy with this months box, it was actaully a freebie for me as I had collected enough of my Glossy dots to make me eligible for a free box so I just had to pay the P&P which was abit of a bonus he he! As for the contence... I'm really happy, I love trying out products that I'd never usally get to try being as im in the UK and the Limitd Edtion designed box is great too. I also love the fact that this month I only got one sample and my box contents averages at about £34.00 which I think is pretty good!!

What did you think of this month's box beaut's?? I'd love to know.

February Glossybox Review | Valentines Edition

Hey girlie's!!!

So its that time again... Glossybox time!!! It's fair to say last months box was pretty pants, I'm sure I'm not alone on that one, but this month Glossybox have won me over again!!! I love the Valentines theme this month and I have to say the limited edition box is gorgeous and the contents inside isn't half bad either, its nice to finally see some full size products in there.

So lets see the little treasures I received inside my February Glossybox...

Maybelline New York Master Kajal Liner in Pitch Black £5.99

 I cant wait to try this, I always eye this up in Superdrug or Boots but never splurge and buy it as I've heard mixed reviews, but finally I can give it a whirl. I always use kohl liners anyway so I'm interested to see how different a cream stick liner is in comparison to my other kohl liners.  

Ciate London Paint Pot in Red Hot Chili £9.00

I love Ciate nail polishes and their amazing quality so I'm super happy to be able to add another one to my nail polish collection. I received the shade 'Red Hot Chili' which I'd describe as a fiery red-orange shade, I can see it being great for summer time wear and looking pretty eye catching on the nails. 

Miners Cosmetics Cocktail Kiss in Manhattan £2.99

I've never road tested anything from Miners Cosmetics before so I was eager to test this little lip gloss out however, after opening the gloss up and swatching it on the back of my hand I can tell I wont like it at all, its just so super sticky, it honestly felt like thick, gloopy glue and it had lots of glittery particles within the gloss too which I'm not a fan of either.

Nougat London Sparkling Body Shimmer in Cherry Blossom £14.00

Not only does this look super pretty in the packaging but it looks gorgeous on the skin too. I must admit when I opened up my Glossybox to see a big pot of body shimmer I immediately thought 'disco ball' but too my surprise it just adds a nice amount of radiance that isn't overly glittery or shimmery at all, it smells incredible too. This is definitely something I'd wear on a night out or on holiday with a nice tan.

Toni & Guy Hair Meet Wardrobe Stick It Up Gum £7.20

As happy as I am about receiving this little Tony & Guy gem I'm slightly confused as to how I'll use it , the name 'Stick It Up Gum' to me suggests that this product is more for shorter hair styles, it does say its great for creating texture so I'll give it a whirl and see what I think but I don't think this will do much for my long mane ha ha.

Lindt Lindor Treat Bar

Lastly, we have a little extra in the form of some scrumptious chocolate, yum!!! You really cant complain with that can you?

Overall I'm super impressed with the contents of this months box and its theme. I love the fact we got 4 full size products as well as a decent size sample of the Nougat London Body Shimmer and then the little chocolate extra as well, Glossybox really have spoilt us this month and hopefully it will continue he he.

What did you think of this month's valentines box beaut's?? I'd love to know.

GlossyBox October 2013 | Dark Romance

Hey girlie's!!!

So it's that time again... Glossy box time!!! I've been contemplating for a while now whether to swap beauty boxes as I've found Glossy box so hit and miss recently, however... I have been saving up my glossy dots for a while now so i thought whilst I'm still decided whether to change boxes i may as well use my glossy dots up to get a free box, whoop i love a freebie!!!

When i heard this month's Glossy box theme was called 'Dark Romance' i was super excited, to me that screams Autumnal berry lips and nails and i was expecting some other Autumnal treats inside. After opening my box i have to admit I'm quite disappointed and I think this could be my last Glossy box unfortunately.

Anyway onto whats in my box this month....

Katy Perry Killer Queen Fragrance 1.5ml

Another Glossy box another dreaded perfume sample!!! I really do hate it when we get a perfume sample but thank goodness i like it. I do already have the Katy Perry Killer Queen perfume so the sample will be popped into my handbag for an on the go spritz' even though I'll only get around 3 spritz' out of it. It's has quite a strong floral/fruity scent that lasts on your skin for hours. The full size of 50ml is £29.50

Monu Illuminating Primer SPF15 20ml

I'm expecting quite good things from this Monu Primer as I've loved all the other Monu products I've received in previous Glossy boxes. The primer is paraben free and has been formulated with light reflective mica particles which will help brighten up our complexion, add an instant sheen and enhance our natural radiance, i do love abit of radiance in the Autumn so this sounds brilliant. You can use the primer either on its own or under your makeup for a more flawless, illuminating finish. The full size of this retails for £24.95 for 50ml.

Me Me Me Cherub's Blush - Cheek & Lip Tint 12ml

Me Me Me are known for their Benefit dupes so i think this is their take on the Benetint and i must admit i tried it the minute i opened my box and i do really like it. When used on the cheeks it gives that gorgeous flushed cheek effect which i think looks super cute around this time of year and it's nice that this can be used on the lips as a stain too, i always love a good multi use product. This is the full size and retail's for £5.50.

Gamila Secret Cleansing Bar -Mini

This Gamila Secret Cleansing Bar is something I've never heard of before and it really intrigues me as its a face and body cleanser in bar form, just like a bar of soap. The bar is 100% natural and provides a gentle, deep cleanse of the skin whilst hydrating the skin at the same time. Its very easy to use, like a bar of soap you just moisten with warm water, apply the bar directly onto your face and body and massage into your skin. It has quite a strong herbal scent which i don't dislike nor do i love, however... i do think this will be great on more sensitive skins and i think the bar will last a long time so I'm looking forward to seeing what results i get from this. The full size of the cleansing bar retails for £21.

Premae Multi-Vit Smoothie Serum 20ml

I don't think ill get much use at all out of this Premae Serum as i have very sensitive skin so always stick to the skincare routine i know works for me, but I'm thinking of giving the serum a go just to see if i notice a difference at all. The Premae Serum it targeting more towards combination skin to reduce oiliness, soothe redness and keep the face completely matte and shine free, so if you suffer with any of the above this does sound a good little product. The full size of the serum retails for £22.50 for 50ml.

Overall I'm really disappointed with the contense of this month's box, i really did have high hopes for this month's box as the theme seemed so good. With the combination of the 1 full size product, the perfume sample and the fact we are seeing alot of the same brands over and over in Glossy box at the moment it really is disheartening. Sort it out Glossy box you used to be so good!!!!

What did you receive in your Glossy box this month??? Id love to know???

Glossybox August 2013 | High Flyers Edition | Review

Hey girlie's!!!

So its that time again... Glossybox time!!! This month the boxes theme is 'High Flyers',  targeted for girls that are on the go and is also based on beauty products from around the world. 

If I'm honest I'm not totally sold on this box which is disappointing as i loved last month's box, anyway onto whats inside....

Tresemme Keratin Smooth 60 Second Shot Treatment 15ml

I have to admit i cant wait to try this out. Ive used Tresemme's Platinum version of this before and it works wonders on my hair so I'm sure this is going to be just as fab. All you have to do is smooth it through the mid lengths of your hair, leave for 60 seconds then rinse off for smooth results. This is the full size and retails at £1.49.

Jelly Pong Pong 2 in 1 Eyeliner & Shadow

Jelly Pong Pong products keep appearing in the Glossy boxes recently, personally i don't mind as everything from them I've tried before I've loved. The eyeliner doubles up as a cream eyeshadow which i think is fab, i don't tend wear a real dark smokey eye but i can see this being a lovely base for a dark smokey eye on a night out as I've found it smudges out really nice.  The eyeliner is also really nice for the waterline, it glides on really soft and creamy and is a well pigmented black shade. This is the full size and retails for £10.50.

Urban Veda Facial Polish 20ml

I must admit I'm not too sure if ill get much use out of this product but I'm sure my mum will ha ha. Its a pore refining and mattifying facial polish that's for oil prone skin, as i don't suffer with oil prone skin or bad pores I'm sure this product isn't up my street plus I'm also very weary when it comes to skincare products because of my sensitive skin. It does have a nice fresh minty scent though which i think would be lovely and awakening in the mornings. The full size of this retails for £7.99.

Emite Make-Up Eyelash Curlers 

The Emite eyelash curlers do look pretty impressive and feel of good quality however i cant use mine as they are faulty... The part of the curler that clamps down on your eye lashes is bent making it impossible to use them as it will make my eyelashes stick up all over the place. I have emailed Glossy box about this and I'm just waiting for a reply. These are full size and retail for approximately £20.

Oceane Make-Up Remover Pen 3ml

The Oceane makeup remover pen is made to make those little makeup mess ups or smudges easy and accurate to remove without drying out the skin. I find this product a very bizarre product to get in your UK Glossybox considering its from Brazil making buying the little replacement clean up nibs imposable, however i do think this will be great to chuck in my handbag for any of those on the go smudges. This is the full price but as this product is not yet available in the UK there is no price to go by. 

All in all i am a little disappointed with this month's box, although i do feel bad for grumbling as everything in this box apart from the Urban Veda product was full size which is fab!!! What did you think to this month's box??? Did you get dodgy eyelash curlers ha ha???

Glossybox April 2013

Hey girlie's!!!! This month Glossy box teamed up with the lovely Pearl Lowe who designed the gorgeous box inspired by her love for all things vintage and floral and i blooming well love it. 

The contents is all about 'Spring Fever' getting us all ready for the spring/summer that's fast approaching (we hope). Inside my box this month are five gorgeous treats, 2 of which are full size yippee.

♥  Essie Nail Lacquer in Nice Is Nice- I was so excited to see this in my box, I've always wanted to try Essie polishes but I've never been able to bring myself to spend £7.99 on a single nail polish, so the fact i now have a full size one to try out is fab. The shade 'nice is nice' is a muted down pastel lilac colour which is perfect for springtime wear.

♥ Nip & Fab Dry Skin Fix Body Butter in Pistachio Sundae- I must admit I've never tried any Nip & Fab products before so i was thrilled to have this in my box to try out. Firstly the scent is amazing, it honestly smells that nice that i could just taste it. The consistency is more like a thick moisturiser than a body butter but still its gonna be great to get rid of any dry patches on the skin.

♥ Sun Sense Daily Face SPF 50plus- I'm going to save this to try in the Summer on the real hot days, I'm pleased that it says its a matte formula as I'm hoping it's going to be great under foundation and not leave that oily residue that sun lotions usually leave. The one thing that I'm abit miffed about is that because it's facial sun protection your not gonna need a great deal of product each time its applied yet there is not lid or cap, it just has one of those snap off stoppers so once its open there's no closing it which could prove to be annoying.

♥ Model Co Cheek & Lip Tint in Rosy Red- The second full size product in my box and another range I've never tried before but I'm excited to give this a go. I popped a small amount on the back of my hand and it feels like a thin gel formula which rubbed into the skin quickly and easily to leave a nice rosy stain, i also noticed it had a nice berry scent to it which is lush.

♥  Yves Rocher So Elixir Purple Eau de Parfum- Like i said last month, the perfume samples give me the grumps in these beauty boxes as i can always pick samples up for free if i want to try them, however this month you get a little 5ml bottle which is better than the usual one spritz you normally get, as its a little bottle it will be great for your handbag or even on a night out when u only have a small bag with you but u want to take a perfume, so all in all the perfume sample isn't so bad this month. 

All in all I'm pleased with this months box as its a box brimming with new products and ranges to try and 2 full size items, cant be bad. 

Love Hayley xXxXx