My Top 10 Make-up Products

I was tagged by the very lovely Lil Lady's Life to do my top 10 beauty products so here they are! I'm obviously always trying out new products and finding new things that I love but these are all products which I can always rely on and which I will probably keep coming back to.

1. Chanel Pro Lumiere Foundation - A gorgeous foundation which gives medium coverage and has a lovely healthy, slightly dewy finish. It photographs beautifully too despite it containing SPF. This is probably best suited to normal-dry skin types. It's apparently being discontinued at the end of the year though so stock up before then if you like this one!

2. MAC Pro Longwear Concealer - A fantastic concealer for under eyes or to cover minor redness (not ideal for blemishes). It's got great coverage but never looks cakey or dry around the eye area. 

3. Make Up For Ever Super Matte Loose Powder - This is definitely the best loose powder I've tried. It's finely milled so it doesn't look overly powdery and it does a fantastic job of setting foundation and concealer. Shade #12 is translucent and suits fair-medium skins but this comes in a range of other shades too.

4. Dior Shimmer Powder in Amber Diamond - A beautiful powder highlighter. It's got a very fine shimmer so it gives the skin a really gorgeous, sophisticated glow and doesn't look over the top.

5. Shu Uemura Glow On Blush - I can't say enough good things about Shu Uemura's blushers! Both the matte and shimmer ones are absolutely gorgeous - super soft and they apply seemlessly. My favourite shade is P Pink 30 but they have a huge range of really amazing colours. Love these!

6. Jemma Kidd Dewy Glow All Over Radiance Creme in Iced Gold - A cream highlighter which I think will always have a place among my top beauty products. You can take a look at my review of it here.

7. NARS Alhambra Eyeshadow Duo - These are two great staple lid colours. I love the quality and texture of these as well - they're buttery soft and lovely to apply.

8. Clinique Brush-On Cream Liner in True Black - I favour this over any other gel or cream liner because it stays really creamy and doesn't dry out like ones from other brands do. It's very easy to apply and can be used on the waterline too.

9. MAC Paint Pot in Painterly - Painterly is a great eyeshadow base. It acts like a concealer, covering up any redness or veins on the eyelids and leaves you with the perfect blank canvas! Eyeshadow clings really well to this too which means you get a stronger colour pay-off.

10. Max Factor False Lash Effect Mascara -This has been my favourite mascara since it came out. It gives great length and separation and never looks clumpy. The one in the photo is the 'Fusion' version. I'm not quite sure what the difference is between this and the original - they seem like practically the same product to me!

Hope you like my favourites. Feel free to do your top 10 too!

Tag ~ I love Lipsticks

1. How many lipsticks do you have?

I won't count. That might mean owning up to an addiction :D

2. What was the first lipstick that you ever bought?

One from The Body Shop when I was about 14 I think! I don't know how I remember that.

3. Which is your newest lipstick?

Topshop 'Show Off'

4. What is your favourite lipstick brand?

I like MAC for their huge variety of colours and finishes. Another favourite is Chanel since I don't think their lipsticks can be beaten in terms of texture.

5. Favourite Pink?

I don't wear true pink lipsticks too much. I recently picked up Topshop 'Show Off' lipstick though and I've been liking it a lot so I think that has to be my new favourite pink.

6. Favourite Nude?

I don't actually wear nude lipstick much anymore but I used to wear MAC Patisserie a lot which is a great natural shade. I tend to use this a lot on other people too.

7. Favourite Peach/Coral?

It has to be MAC Vegas Volt which is a fantastic bright coral. This looks great when it's sheered out a bit too so that becomes a slightly softer coral shade.

8. Favourite Red?

Well since red is my favourite lipstick colour I couldn't pick just one! So the three that I love are: Chanel Rouge Allure in Flamboyante, Chanel Rouge Coco Shine in Monte Carlo and MAC 'MAC Red'.

9. Favourite Hot Pink?

Dior Addict Lipstick in Collection. It looks red in the tube but it goes on as a hot pink.

10. Favourite Brown?

Hmmm.....we've moved on from the 90's I think! :D

11. Favourite Rosewood?

Chanel Rouge Coco in Organdi Rose. This is a lovely rosey shade which is great for a very natural look. My photos don't do it much justice I'm afraid!

12. Favourite Plum?

MAC Plumful. I like this one in winter especially.

13. Other Favourite Lipsticks?

MAC Hibiscus (limited edition), Chanel Rouge Coco in Orchidee, Rimmel Lasting Finish Lipstick in Heartbreaker, MAC Milan Mode, MAC Lustering and MAC Media (not one I'd wear on myself too much but I really love dark vampy lipstick shades and this one is beautiful for those that can pull it off!).

14. Favourite Lipglosses?

NYX Round Lipgloss in Doll Pink, MAC Lipglass in Hot House (limited edition), Illamasqua Intense Lipgloss in Petulant, MAC Ample Pink Plushglass and MAC Love Nectar Lustreglass (looks lovely over coral lipsticks).

I wasn't tagged by anyone - I just thought I would do it anyway. I tag anyone who would like to do this!

Award: You're going places baby!

I was given this award a while ago by the lovely Dizzy, Please do check out her blog, she does loads of great reviews!

So the rules are;
1) Get the award icon
2) Share with us where you see yourself in 10 years 
3) Pass on the award


This can go two ways, the first is how I fantasise myself in 10 years time, or the second how i realistically see myself in 10 years time.


In fantasy land, i would love to see myself in 10 years time with no wrinkles, great skin, still the same weight and body shape, people giving me money for free out of the kindness of their hearts, living on a secret island and maybe design jewellery for Dior or Chanel.


Realistically though... I see myself working, probably in the legal sector  and maybe married with a huge diamond ring (hint hint) and slowly building my own little family. 
Whatever happens in 10 years time, I hope i'm happy and healthy, and surrounded by those i love.


The rules hadn't stated how many people i can pass the award on to, so i'm going to be cheeky and award ALL my followers =) 


So where do you see yourself in 10years time?
Lots of love xX <3

Tagged: 8 questions

Tagged by Nails by Ann to answer 8 questions. Thank you for tagging me! 
Rules: people who were tagged must answer 8 questions, then make their own 8 questions and pass it on to 8 other blogger buddies in order to continue the cycle.

1. What did you have for breakfast?
This is really bad, but I don’t eat breakfast... I know, really unhealthy right?

2.If you were stuck on an island and only had 3 things, what would they be? (No, you can’t say boat)
Does humans count as things? If so, I’d bring my boyfriend because he could catch the fish, cook, build a hut and protect me, while I sunbathe =) Erm,  probably my laptop so i can surf the net,  and a nice comfy bed.

3. Do you like to sing in the shower? if yes, what songs do you sing?
No, I don’t sing in the shower, I don’t sing at all!! I hate my voice!

4. Do you prefer baths or showers?
Showers, they’re so much quicker and less time consuming.

5. What was your favourite toy when you were a kid?
Barbiessss!!! I was totally spoilt and had a HUGE collection!

6. Who is your role model?
My mum. Her cooking is amazing, If I’m ever going to land a husband I think I better start learning her cooking skills!

7. Dogs or Cats?
Dogs, cats are evil!
I particularly like one of my fellow bloggers dog called Sebastian, yes euzenee, I’m  coming after your dog!

8. Ice cream or chocolate?
That’s easy; Chocolate icecream!

My questions:
1. What is your greatest regret?
2. Which country would you want to visit before you die? and why.
3. What is your greatest achievement?
4. What is your pet peeve?
5. What was/is your favourite subject at school and why?
6. If you had to, would you eat a dog or a cat?
7. Who do you prefer Jennifer Anniston or Angelina Jolie? 
8. This is the most important question of them all; Team Edward or Team Jacob???!?!?

I tag:
Death by Dizzyness
ZOMG its Jinna 
Ponderings of a Bamboo Shoot 
Jenny off duty
Jennifer’s blog
Girlish Mood
Beneath The Sun
Sleeping sheep
(Hope i haven't tagged anyone who has already done this!)

Over and out for now,
Lots of love <3

Sweet Blog Award & 7Random Facts (tag)

Hi all! This is going to be a slightly long post, I will be tagging 10 people for the Sweet Blog award and 7 People for the 7Random Facts, so read on!


I received a Sweet Blog Award from the beautiful ladies Tiptoe21 and Emilyanne quite a while ago, but I've finally completed my exams so i have time to update my blog! Please do visit their blogs, they're really sweet girls!

First things first, the rules;- Give this award to 10 sweet and friendly bloggers
- Make a post about the award including the picture above
- In your post, mention the person who gave it to you
- Put the award on your blog
- Let your nominated 10 know you've awarded them by leaving a comment 


So this award goes to the following sweet bloggers:
SimplePleasures
fashionstoned
May@Rad
Jian
Popcorn
Pham Xan
NicNic
Locke
xbbkay
Sweet chocopanda

I wish i could have tagged all my followers because i'm so greatful for you all and it means so much to me when i read all my lovely comments and to have you as a follower. Thank you all!! *kisses and hugs all around*

Okaii so i was tagged by the lovely Tiptoe21 to expose 7 random facts about myself.
The rules are: 
- Link to your tagger and list the rules
- List 7 random facts about yourself
- Tag 7 people (and make sure you check back and see what they say!)
- If you're tagged, play along and pass it on!


My 7 random facts are:
1) I’m a Law student, I have no idea why I took Law, but during my exams I did phisically want to kick myself, it’s a difficult subject, especially because it requires a good memory, and well I can’t even remember my own phone number...

2) When I’m stressed (or have time) I make jewellery. The funny thing is, my most creative ideas come when I’m most stressed out- so that’s why you will probably notice more creations during my exam period!

3) I play the Piano and Violin


4) I’m really girly, I love pink, cute and sparkly things and I try to energy this onto my crafts

5) My aims for this summer is to learn to bake! It may come as a shock, but I’ve seriously never baked before! haha! I would like to learn to make chocolate cupcakes and cakes, so if anyone has good recipes, do share!


6) I’m a bad liar, my face goes bright red and I have fits of giggles, so convincing I know!

7) I’ve only been to a gym once and that was  in my Hotel when I was in China! I had a personal trainer there and it was hilarious, he spoke Mandarin and I spoke English… so there was a lack of communication and I think I literally spent 2minutes on the treadmill and the arm-stretching thing. It was the longest workout of my life, and I was probably the most useless customer he ever had… Ahwell, at least I can jog… once in a while…

These are the 7 random people i've chosen to stalk-whoops i mean to find out more about =)
Emilyanne

Leenda
euzeenee
Angie
msfob
Fionaa
Serena K

I look forward to reading your 7 random facts ladies!
Lots of love <3 xX