Maybelline Colour Sensational Pop Stick

While shopping in Morrisons the other day, as always, I spent a few minutes looking over what makeup they have in-it varies, don't worry I don't analyse the same display each week! I don't often pick anything, but this week the Maybelline Colour Sensational Pop Stick in 080-Cherry Pop caught my eye. I haven't bought a new lipstick in a while, so I picked it up- worth a shot!

The packaging is simple, and rather cheap looking. The clear pink plastic lid doesn't make the product look anything other than cheap and cheerful- but hey ho, what's that matter? -It's all about what's inside!

I absolutely love the look of the lipstick. Not only that but as soon as you take off the lid, the smell of cherry hits you- heavenly if you ask me!

I hadn't expected the lipstick to be very pigmented, I mean look at it- it's translucent! Like I thought, it didn't paint my lips a colour, but in all honesty that's not a problem as I'd bought it knowing it wouldn't. I love the subtle orange-y finish to it, not only that but it's moisturising and smells of cherry! I'm definitely packing it in my suitcase for my holidays!

Prom...

Ever since I was a young age, end of school prom was one thing I was looking forward too. Not only did I get to celebrate never having to go to school again, wear uniform, or take out my earrings each morning, but I also got to dress up like a princess- what young child wouldn't be in love with that idea? Apparently not me. When the time of prom approached my excitement wore off completely. So me and my best friend, Bailey, decided the best way for us to enjoy our leaving due was to have a mini 'prom on our own.

As we didn't want to miss out on the getting- ready aspects of prom, we still dressed up as if we were going, however instead of getting in the car to go to prom, we went to a local Chinese restaurant.

I instantly fell in love with a Greek-style prom dress, so soon arranged for my whole look to be Greek themed; hair up, tan/ brown make-up/ accessories.  These are some products I wore which I was very impressed with! I was going to show everything I wore, but I thought it'd make it that bit too long!!

George. molten metals- No. 5 'Party Animal'
This nail polish was actually my aunt's which she lent to me. The colour is beautiful- as you may be able to tell from the photo, it is metallic so depending on the angle it's a different shade of coppery-gold. I didn't put any finish on after it, however it still lasted all night and the next day without chipping. (I then took it off with remover so I don't know what happens next...)

Rimmel Glam'Eyes- 710 'Twilight zone'.

Completely contradicting what I just said about using brown colours, I used this pallet to do my eyes with. The look I wanted was for bold eyes, and nude lips (As my lips are MASSIVE, they can only be bright in extreme cases). I used the white for the inside corners of my eyes and- obviously- brought the colour out, getting darker so it was black on the outside corners(mind block of its actual name!?). I used the black under my eye too, using a thin angled brush from Ecotools. Under my eyeshadow I wore MUA Primer, and it lasted all evening without wearing off, smudging, or creasing. Brilliant!

              

Victoria Jackson Peach Color Collection 

I have had this pallet for ages, and haven't started using it until quite recently. I used the bronzers in this pallet. As they're in small squares and I don't want a patch of it on my brush, to use it I swipe my brush along all the colours and up again- I've been using it every day for over a month and i have so much left! It's so pigmented and it's amazing for contouring!!

I just used a normal lip balm over pale lips. In my hair I wore a doughnut which instead of tucking my hair in, I plaited. Overall I was pretty please with how it all turned out, and I do not regret not going to prom, my evening was just as enjoyable, if not more so. :)

Hot Cloth Cleansers- the pricier the better?

Like the majority of people out there who haven't found that life changing product, complaining about the condition of my ever-changing skin was a daily occurrence. I felt I was constantly on the look for new skin care products that would improve the look and the health of my skin. Out of all different types of products, promising different things, e.g. 'cleanses pores!', or 'destroys blackheads!' I hadn't come across one that completely 'WOW'd' me, and *sigh* definitely not one that I would go out of my way to repurchase.

One day, I decided to see what all the fuss is about, by trying my mum's (highly raved about) 'Liz Earle Cleanse and Polish hot cloth cleanser'. Ever since, hot cloth polishes have been a part in my daily skin care regime, and I have noticed a definite difference in my skin! Unfortunately, the Liz Earle cleanser is slightly out of my budget and I have been struggling to pay for it as often as I need to (even though it does last ages!), so I have been on the lookout for another hot cloth cleanser that perhaps works just as well for my skin. 

So far I have tried three different brands, including Liz Earle, Superdrug, and Along Came Betty.

Before I start I'll just mention that my skin type is combination: with dry, normal, and oily patches! :) 

SUPERDRUG HOT CLOTH CLEANSER 150ml- £5.99

This is the cheapest out of the three products, but don't be fooled by the brand name or the price. I absolutely love this product! Of course, throughout different times of the month my skins changes and this is the cleanser I use to get my skin back on track during the bad times!  It not only tones my skin so I can wake up knowing it won't be patchy, but it also calms it down, preventing any greasiness or dryness. It's not the sort of product I'd show off, but it is definitely one I will keep repurchasing!

Packaging- 4/10
Product- 8/10
Price- 10/10

Overall- 8/10

ALONG CAME BETTY POREFECTLY CLEAN 100ml- £5.99

I got this cleanser when it just came out(I think) and was on for half price at my local TESCO Direct. Although I hadn't heard of the brand's name, I absolutely loved the vintage-y packaging, so picked it up, and I am quite glad I did. The first few days of using it my skin felt much smoother and softer, however after a while it started to break out in random places, so I don't use it as much any more (I tend to keep it on display in my bathroom, due to the wonderful packaging! It's also what I take when I go away). I'm not sure if I would go out of my way to repurchase this item, but if it was on sale again I would definitely grab one! 

Packaging- 10/10
Product- 5/10
Price- 9/10

Overall- 6/10

LIZ EARLE CLEANSE AND POLISH 200ml- £26.25

Ahhhh. I love this hot cloth cleanser, however the price means I can only afford this around twice a year (if I could afford it I would buy it much more than that, as even though it is a tad pricey it is worth every penny!). The product is all around good quality, and I would trust it with my life to improve my skin's condition in a matter of just a few days. I also know that this works with all skin types and all ages. The smell is natural, and although the bottle is simple (and perhaps plain), I do like it. All around amazing product!

Packaging- 8/10
Product- 9/10
Price- 5/10

Overall- 10/10

I would definitely agree with the term 'you get what you pay for' when it comes to skin care. The ingredients in the more expensive ones are much better, however if you are on a budget and are confident certain ingredients wont do any harm on your skin, give it a go, maybe you could save a few pounds!

Are you using any good hot cloth cleansers? Or do you prefer other products?
If so, which ones? 

A little bit of retail therapy

Since it's coming to the end of study leave and the beginning of summer, I never know how to spend my days. Instead of staying in doing nothing and getting bored, I jump at the opportunity to do anything, which meant this morning I found myself waking up 7am (earlier than I'd wake up for school!), and rushing out the house with my mum and brother to pick up his new hearing aid.
As you'd expect, by 9:30, when we were still waiting for his 9o'clock appointment, I found myself regretting saying yes, and wishing I'd just stayed in bed, but I was holding onto the promise of getting to visit a few shops afterwards, and I was beyond excited, as A) I hadn't been shopping in ages, and had some money burning a hole in my pocket, and B) I wanted to buy some new summery nail polishes!

I am no nail expert, (I can hardly even paint my left hand, never mind my right hand, or toenails) so I had no idea which nail polishes were good. All I knew is I wanted to spend as little time painting my nails as possible, and definitely did not want to have to do numerous coats (that thought horrifies me!) You can imagine my excitement when I came across 'Maybelline Color show' as it just sounds so pigmented (is that the word to describe nail paint?!) I would only need one or two coats. My excitement grew as I realised how pretty some of the colours were! I decided to give it a go, because there was nothing to lose (other than  the £3 they were each, but seriously, £3, what a bargain?!). The colours I chose were:

 265 PINK BOOM
I love the brightness of this colour! Not only is it super summery but it would match a variety of outfits. 

 352 DOWNTOWN RED
Okay, I admit. I got this because I fell in love with the mysterious name. I know it isn't exactly 'summery' but I thought it would look nice for an evening out; a red lipstick occasion.

120 URBAN TURQUOISE 
I tend to go for a warmer shade in nail polish. I don't know why? This was very different to what I would usually pick up, but I shocked myself by absolutely loving this colour, in fact this was the one I was most excited about!

342 CORAL CRAZE

This colour is extremely summery, I had to buy it! I'd never really considered an orangey-coral but I'll try it out! It was like no colour I previously owned, but what's the point in buying colours I already had?

77 NEBLINE

Lastly I got this beautiful baby pink. I thought this would be good for the next few weeks where I have to keep nipping in to school for exams (they're very strict on uniform) as it looks a more subtle colour- It will also make me feel that little bit more summery outside of school.

As soon as I got home I took off my chipped week old polish and put on the 'urban turquoise'. I was amazed by how easily I could put it on,and it only needed 1 coat (expect on the odd nail where two were needed). So far I'm impressed, but lets hope it just doesn't chip (I do NOT want to have to keep re-painting it!!!!!).

While I was there I had a quick browse (you can never have too much makeup) and bought the concealer EVERYONE is raving about.

 Of course, it's the 'Collection Lasting Perfection concealer'! After all its great reviews I have been wanting to buy this for ages! I haven't felt satisfied with a concealer in so long, and I'm hoping this will do the trick! Especially to say how cheap it was!

Anyway, sorry for rambling (as you've probably guessed, I'm new at blogging!).

Cheerio, Megan. x