My Moroccanoil Favourites

Moroccanoil Oil Treatment

I am in LOVE with this stuff. I have long, colour treated hair which is fine, oily at the roots and dry at the ends. For years my hair felt coarse and frizzy and no amount of deep conditioner, serum or natural oils made any difference. Fed up, I thought I would give this stuff a try and I am so happy I did!

It cost about €30 but it was quite a large bottle. It feels like a silicone serum, much like any other, but this made my hair bouncy, smooth, light and shiny. Strangely, I can use a lot of this and it doesn't make my hair look oily or heavy unlike other serums. I put it on wet hair, comb it through with a fine tooth comb and smooth it with my fingertips before blow drying. Afterwards I add a bit more for good measure. 

Make sure you buy from a salon and not online as there are fakes out there. Also try pure Argan oil, it is really good as a treatment.

Moroccanoil Luminous Hairspray 

I really love this hairspray. Sounds ridiculous, but my favourite thing about it is definitely the smell! It's so nice and it's not sticky at all. I usually don't need to use hairspray when I wear my hair straight unless I've teased the crown a little bit. However, when I curl my hair, I'll spray it on my hair and then curl it. It not only gives really good hold but it lasts a long time and it's not crunchy at all! I really like this stuff and although it's more on the expensive side, (mine was 25.00) my stylist said if it doesn't last me through the summer (at least 3 months) then I'm using too much of it. Sounds pretty good to me!

Moroccanoil Moisture Repair Shampoo

I really cannot relate to all those who said that this shampoo doesn't lather or clean well due to its lack of sulfates or whatever reason. Thanks to this shampoo, my hair can go on for 3 days looking bouncy, shiny, and fresh! I use it regularly, pairing it once a week with the moisture repair mask, otherwise I condition my hair with the Bumble & Bumble quenching conditioner which is really good too. I usually have fine, dry, and over processed hair. This shampoo is gentle on my hair, lathers perfectly and works wonders. Love it.

Moroccanoil Moisture Repair Conditioner

Brilliant conditioner. Best one I have ever used. Smells wonderful and isn't too thick but not too runny either. I put this on for about 5 minutes usually because I have really long hair. After I wash it off, my hair feels instantly silky, no tangles, and super moisturized and nourished without being heavy. Smells great for a long time too!

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Current Favourites

I apologize for not posting in a while. I've been super super busy.

Anyway, without further ado, here are my current favourites!



Sleek - Blush by Three in Lace

This is a wonderful trio of blushes! Being a big fan of blush AND sleek, I truly love this. The price is AH-MAZING for three different shades. There is one thing I should warn you about. Each colour is highly pigmented, so you need to be extra careful not to dab your brush with too much pressure or the chances of your cheeks turning into a clown are high! 


Sleek- Au Natural Palette


I really love this palette and the colours in it. The packaging is brilliant, I absolutely adore it, perfect for travelling (hello big mirror!). I love the shades, Some matte, some shimmery and lovely colours for a smokey eye.



Sleek- Face Form Contour Palette  


Sleek Makeup Face Form Contouring and Blush Palette is my new fav palette on the market today! Affordable and amazing quality – this little trio does exactly what it says on the tin and fits neatly in my make-up bag – match made in heaven!! A trio of shades for contouring and adding colour to the face – this little buy is perfect for any girl who loves to contour and excellent for contouring beginners!! 



Rimmel -Match Perfection

I was having a hard time deciding between YSL's luminous foundation and Stila's long wear (the one that comes with concealer) foundation. I talked to a friend who uses this product and she said that if those two had a baby, this foundation would be it. I decided to give it a shot. At first it seemed runny, but when you blend it in, it just looks so flawless and airbrushed. It's very very buildable without looking at all cakey. I apply this with a Real techniques buffing brush and the I love the finished look. (I HIGHLY RECOMMEND ALL THE REAL TECHNIQUES BRUSHES, I LOVE THEM)


John Freida -Blow Dry Lotion

A bit of a sneaky addition as this hasn't made it’s way onto my blog yet and I won’t say too much about it yet apart from the fact it has managed to impress not only me but also my fine and uninspiring hair. Aimed at transforming fine hair into salon quality volume this has quickly wangled it’s way towards the top of my hair care bundle.


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My LUSH Picks

Okay, lets be honest. You CANNOT walk past lush, without popping in, am I right?

Lush. It's one of those places that I've always wandered past, contemplated whether to go in or not (because I buy WAY too much) and then just give in and buy a thing or two, or three, or ten.

1. Bath Bombs - There are so many bath bombs which I love. In fact, I don't think I dislike any. They are super moisturizing, smell delicious and of course, make your bath-water go all kinds of colours.

2. Rub Rub Rub - I discovered this product in store when a saleswoman insisted I give it a try. Usually I don't like demos, but this one was awesome. Not only is this exfoliating wash a lovely blue colour, it smells like something from my childhood. After using this, your hands feel super soft. It's also perfect for exfoliating your legs when you shave so they feel incredibly smooth. I totally recommend this to get your skin squeaky clean and summer ready. 

3. Ro's Argan Body Conditioner - Body conditioner works like hair conditioner. With the consistency of a lotion, it applies smoothly and is meant to be rinsed off. The saleswomen at the store recommended this as a supplement to the Rub Rub Rub product. Made from roses, this scent pairs unbelievably well with the exfoliator. 

4. Catastrophe Cosmetic Mask - This mask is meant to calm and soothe skin while leaving you with deeply cleaned skin. This is made from blueberries which makes it a pretty blue colour and gives it a nice scent. This mask needs to be kept in the refrigerator because of the fresh products in it. Also, these masks have expiration dates which means I never leave them sitting around until I feel like trying them. They get a ton of use!

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10 Products I Would Repurchase

First things first, Happy New year! I hope you all had a fab Christmas and enjoy 2015!

A while ago there was this tag going around on YouTube titled "10 Products I'd Repurchase." OR ''10 Products I Couldn't Live Without'' The premise was that if you lost ALL your makeup, which 10 products would you go to the store and repurchase immediately? I thought it was a cute tag and loved seeing what other people feel are necessary in their makeup collection. You have NO idea how hard it was to find 10 things I couldn't live without, I found out that honestly, I could live without a lot of the things I've bought, which makes me feel bad that I've spent so much but good that I'm not as materialistic as i thought. I probably COULD live without all these things BUT these are the products I always repurchase and love. 

Here is my top 10 list.

1. Satin Taupe Eyeshadow by Mac - I adore this eyeshadow. It's definitely my most used shadow, and goes with every look.

2. Carmex - I really don't need to explain this one. Holy grail lip balm.

3. Collection 2000 concealer - I have so many of these in my make-up collection. Whenever I go shopping I buy another because I know I will definitely use it. Its really easy to apply and blend and has full coverage.

4. Since I'm a foundation junkie, it was hard for me to pick just one; it was between my Laura Mercier Silk Creme foundation (Review also on the blog) and Rimmel's- Wake me up.

5. Maybelline DreamLumi Touch Highlighting Concealer in Radiant- This is a must for me, If I have dark circles. I normally wear full coverage concealer first and then this on top. It brightens my under eyes and helps me appear to be refreshed and more awake.

6. Revlon Nearly Naked Pressed Powder in Light- This is a great setting powder. Nearly Naked leaves a natural finish to the skin, not dewy but not matte, either. The powder is finely milled and feels silky to the touch. It sets my foundation and concealer wonderfully without leaving a powdery, cakey finish that most powders tend to do. I mostly use this to set my T-zone and under eye area.

7.Milani Baked Blush in Luminoso - Ah, I love blush. I got this when I was on holiday last year. It was so hard to pick just one blush! If you've ever watched beauty vlogs or read blogs you know that Luminoso is a cult favourite. I have to agree with the masses, it's pretty awesome. Luminoso is a peachy-pink colour that leaves a gorgeous, glowing sheen on the cheeks. I don't even mess with a powder highlight when I use this, because it's totally unnecessary.

8.Revlon Lip Butter in Pink Truffle - Eeeeek! Just pick one lippy?! I love all my lipsticks, but if I had to pick one, I'd have to go with this. Pink Truffle is that "my lips but better" lipstick. It's super easy to apply (don't even need a mirror), not drying and gives a good rich colour and shine without looking like you're trying too hard. Revlon really hit the mark with their whole lip butter line!

9. Shu Uemura Eyelash Curler - I tried a few drugstore ones back in the day and they were crap from what I can remember. I've owned and loved this one for about 1-2 years now, and it's still going strong. 

10. MAC Superslick Liquid Eye Liner. This is the liner that made me fall in love with liquid liner. The sponge applicator allows for both flexibility and control, and the liner itself is a rich, pigmented black with a slightly shiny finish that I love. It also stays on all day without budging.

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December Favourites

December often gets left out when it comes to most peoples monthly favourites as it's usually scrapped in favour of the big yearly round up - of which my 2014 edition will be up soon, but seeing as it's my favourite month of all, I've gathered together a few bits of my most reached for products from the last few weeks.

1. Emma Hardie Cleansing Balm - Since using the Emma Hardie cleanser, I have noticed a difference in the overall appearance of my skin. As someone with combination skin (oily and dry in places), it has definitely balanced it out, and the dry patches aren't as dry and the oily patches aren't as oily. I also feel as though my skin is a lot more hydrated and looks a lot more healthy. I also just really enjoy using this on my skin, it's a real treat when it's the end of the day and I can use this to remove my makeup, I almost look forward to it. As this cleanser is so gentle and natural, I would say that it is suitable for most, if not all skin types. If you haven't ever tried a balm, or the thought scares you a little, I really advise that you give it a go, like me you might be pleasantly surprised. 

2. Laura Mercier Silk Creme Foundation - This Foundation is a build-able medium to full coverage foundation. This blends beautifully into the skin and lasts quite a long time. The coverage is a little much for me every day, but its perfect for a night out, photos, or those times of the month when my skin is behaving badly. I also prefer to use this in the cooler parts of the year as I find it to be a little heavy for summer months.

3. Mac - Ruby woo Lipstick: This is THE red lipstick. It's been raved about endlessly and I still can't rave about it enough - it is a gorgeous, true red and seems to make everything pop.

4. Rimmel - Wake me up Concealer: This concealer feels so light and fresh, really brightens and doesn't feel heavy or cakey in the slightest and I can also double conceal with this and it doesn't look like I've applied too much! The coverage isn't the most full out of concealers that I've tried, it does a good job and my under eye circles are covered but my blemishes are a little stubborn under this. Although as I said above you can apply another layer to achieve extra coverage without it looking like you've got layers and layers of make up on.

5. Soap & Glory Sugar Crush Body Wash - Soap & Glory products, hands down, smells magnificent. This scent of this body wash reminds me of a slushy or an Ice-lolly. It's sweet with a hint of citrus. The packaging is lovely as usual with Soap & Glory products. I also love the pump on the bottle for easy dispensing while showering.

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Merry Christmas Everyone AND Thank you!

This isn't a beauty post as such, but I just want to say a few things before 2014 is over.

First things first, Christmas is always my favourite time of the year. People are always much more cheery, everything looks so pretty and wintery and fairy lights are scattered everywhere. The run up to Christmas always seems to last a while, and then you blink, and it's all over. Where does the time go? There are those few days for some of us between Christmas and the New Year for you to relax, watch tonnes of films and eat plenty of Christmas treats, as well as all the sale shopping. I almost don't want this lovely mid-week to end. I hope you all have an amazing Christmas, and that 2015 will be a good one. I have yet to decide whether I will be making any resolutions (I never do). Let me know what the highlights of your Christmas are & what did you get?

Secondly, Id like to say a massive thank you to everyone who has supported me throughout 2014! Thank you to all the awesome people who are giving me amazing opportunities,

and to all the lovely PR's and brands I work with, and will continue to work with.

Thank you to all my amazing friends for putting up with me being a constant stressed out lunatic over how much work I have, listening to me talk about blog stuff, and taking outfit photos for me without complaining. 

Thank you to my family, who keep up with and support my blog despite not quite understanding what it is, and the fact the majority of you have no interest in makeup/clothes at all. 

And finally, thank you to all of you. The ones reading this right now. Whether I know you, or we've never met, if you've been a reader for months or you're new, I honestly appreciate it so much. I'm so passionate about this blog, Thank You to everyone who takes the time out to comment and show such an interest in the things I have to say, I will continue to write just as long as you want to read, and I hope I've managed to help at least a handful of you in any area that you may have needed it.

Hope you all have a brilliant 2015!

I love you all! 

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Top 5 Mascaras

For many women, mascara is the one beauty item they would never leave the house without applying. With just a few easy strokes, mascara can transform eyes, making them look bright and open. However, not every woman wants the same thing for their lashes. Some are looking for length, others volume, and many want both. 

1) Maybelline Volum' Express The Falsies: This may be my favourite drugstore mascara on the market. It’s got a great scoop brush that really lengthens lashes and adds just the right amount of dramatic volume.

2)Lancôme Hypnose Star: I like this quite a bit. Gives intense colour, curl and volume, the lashes definitely stand out. Never irritated my eyes and holds nicely all night. It's up there with EL Sumptuous, and Volume de Chanel for me.It can be slightly clumpy just as most volumizing mascaras.

3) Benefit 'They're Real' Mascara: I Actually haven't tried this mascara, but all the rave reviews I've read seem to sum up to this; If you’re a fan of Benefit’s ‘Bad Gal’ then you’re sure to love this too. This mascara really transforms the lashes giving the illusion that you just applied a set of fake eyelashes.

4) Clinique 'Bottom Lash': This micro-tiny wand is perfectly sized to enhance your lower lashes without leaving clumps.

5) Revlon Grow Luscious Mascara: This mascara claims to grow your eyelashes. I have bee using this for about 2 months now and i have noticed a difference! Its also quite volumizing and lengthening. 

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