Kiko Cream Crush.

For ages, I have seen Youtubers and Beauty Bloggers raving about Kiko and I have wanted to try their products, but just never gotten round to it. On a recent trip to Nottingham, I noticed a new Kiko store, so of course I had to go in. I chose a Cream Crush Lasting Colour Eyeshadow in the shade 01 -Pearly Vintage Rose. The Kiko Website (http://www.kikocosmetics.co.uk/) describes this product as "Highly blendable, long-lasting cream eyeshadow. The silky and soft texture goes on easily for bold eye make-up that stays on for up to 10 hours. The formula applies perfectly to the eyelids and feels weightless. The bright shades with velvety finishes add a touch of style to every look."

A very cute little package!

The gorgeousness of the colour doesn't show on camera.

Such a beautiful shimmer.

I definitely agree with the description which is given on the Kiko website, this cream eyeshadow is a lovely creamy consistency which glides on with ease. It is beautifully subtle on its own but would also make a perfect base for a bolder eyeshadow look. I have also used this product as a brow bone highlight and it looked fab. I already know that this cream eyeshadow will be become one of my staple makeup pieces, it's quick and easy to apply but looks gorgeous. I will definitely purchase more of these Kiko Cream Eyeshadows.

Have you ever used Kiko?

lots of love,

Laura x 

L'Oreal Paris Infallible Matte Foundation; My Thoughts...

Well, I am converted! L'Oreal Paris Infallible Matte Foundation is the HOLY GRAIL of foundations. At first, I was concerned by the slightly runny consistency, but the consistency of the foundation actually helped for it to blend onto my skin nicely. The colour match is perfect for my pale skin, there is no "tide mark" round my jawline. (I got shade 10 Porcelain). Now usually, I use two concealers and foundation to cover my dark circles, but as you can see from the photo, my dark circles are barely visible with just the foundation! The coverage is high, which I like and it is definitely build-able. However, even though the coverage is high, the foundation feels light on your skin. I honestly feel like I've got no makeup on at all, it's weightless.

After using this product, I can now see why it has received so many excellent reviews online. I will definitely be recommending this foundation to everyone! 

Have you tried any new products recently?

lots of love,

Laura x

May Favourites.

I cannot believe that I am sat at my laptop, about to write my May favourites. This year is going by far too quickly... 

May has been a really good month on the whole. This month, I handed in my final uni assignment of my first year which was obviously a stressful time, so I'm very glad that that is over, I've also been spending time with some different people and focussing on healthy eating - so far so good (mostly!) I had lots of things which I loved this month, so I chose four favourites. One beauty, one fashion, one music and one random.

Acrylic Nails are my first May favourite. Now, I know they're not good for your nails but I love having them on, especially as my natural nails are so short. I've been to a few various nail salons in my town, but my current one is the best yet. This month my nails are "Blueberry" a gelly shade by Barry M. This shade is a gorgeous blue/purple hybrid. 

Patterned Trousers are another favourite from the month of May. I love how effortless stylish they are. The pair in the above photo are from New Look and cost £17.99, they're super comfy and fit me perfectly. These trousers are going to be much loved this summer, whether it is with my denim jacket and sandals or with a cami and chunky heels, they're amazingly versatile.

Taylor Swift: 1989 has been my favourite album this month. I am a sucker for a good pop album, I just love how easy it is to listen to. This album has fun songs, love songs, sad songs and most of them are "singing into a hairbrush" songs. Taylor is definitely my guilty pleasure and she's definitely been my saviour this month. 

TruGym Membership is the most unexpected favourite of the month. I actually love going to the gym, I love that feeling when I walk out and I know I've done something good for myself. I really enjoy challenging myself, I want to run faster and for longer and my ultimate goal is abs! I'm definitely going to keep going to carry on with my gym loving over the rest of the year. 

What have been your favourites this month?

Lots of love,

Laura x

L'Oreal Paris: infallible 24h-Matte Foundation.

Now, I am always slightly skeptical regarding foundation, particularly drugstore foundation.  I am a very pale skinned and I struggle to find foundation which is light enough for my skin. I am quite lucky with my skin, I rarely get breakouts (apart from that one week of the month, I'm sure you can all empathise with me there), my skin is dry but my T-Zone gets oily in the warmer weather. For, well, forever, I have used L'Oreal's True Match which I cannot live without, so when L'Oreal released their "Infallible 24HR Matte Foundation" I just could not resist. 

The Boots website describes it as : Introducing New Infallible 24HR Matte Foundation by L'Oreal Paris. A matte result that lasts up to 24 hours. Clinically proven; waterproof, steamproof. All the comfort, none of the shine. Perfect coverage. No Cakey effect. Easy to apply, enriched with perlite technology, and reduces the appearance of shine up to 24 hours.

The packaging is simple, but I like it. It is not "gimmicky" and looks more expensive than it's £7.99 price tag. 

I cannot wait to try out this new product, it has 4 & 5 star ratings online and hopefully it will live up to my high expectations! I will be reviewing this product very soon!

lots of love,
Laura x