Lottie London My Little Pony

 Unlock your sparkle with the fabulous new My Little Pony collection from Lottie London.

This cuter than cute range comprises of three eyeliners, a lip mask, hand held mirror and two eyeshadow palettes, one of which I have for you right here.

 

 

The My Little Pony Palette in “only dance on days ending with 'y'” palette is unbelievably sweet!

Housed within a compact, square, transparent case you’ll find a selection of nine new limited edition shades in a range of finishes to enable you to create endless lovable looks.

 

This multi-blue toned palette features on-trend mint hues, soft romantic blush tones and sparkling shimmers to bring your eyes to life.

Each shadow boasts a beautifully soft, buttery texture that melts onto your skin offering an impressive, true colour pay off that lasts.

From top to bottom, left to right you’ll find the following enchanting shades;

No need to edit: A cool, vibrant turquoise matte

Boom!: A greeny-gold shimmer

Chill!: An elegant, romatic dusty rose matte

 

#Amazing: A soft, neutral peach matte

Add to the story: A bright, dazzling amethyst sparkle

Cool moves: A warm, soft sand shimmer

 

Little pop star: A fairytale soft pink shimmer

#Location: A cool, muted pastel mint

#Pippsqueak: A warm, pinky-peach shimmer

 

 Silky, soft and smooth, the powders are finely milled and glide across the skin effortlessly.

The shimmery shades require a little extra care with application to ensure even application but there is no denying their superior pigmentation.

 

I just love the combination of shades within this compact, from the elegant, feminine pinks and rose to the bold mint and vibrant purple you can take a day look straight to night with the flick of a brush.

Priced at just £5.95 it is quite literally a steal of a palette.

Lottie London’s new My Little Pony palette in ‘only dance on days ending with ‘y’ is available online now along with the rest of the collection.

It Cosmetics Bye Bye Under Eye Concealing Pot

 Say goodbye to tired eyes, dark circles and imperfections with it Cosmetics Bye Bye Under Eye Concealing Pot.

You’d never guess from its understated appearance, but this little pot of pure joy is about to become your new BFF.

 

This little gem offers a super-smooth, wonderfully creamy, skin-smoothing and line-minimising concealer that will seamlessly camouflage any imperfection you wish to hide.

Available in 6 versatile shades, the cream has been infused with skincare hero’s such as hyaluronic acid, peptides, hydrolysed collagen, anti-oxidants, caffeine and green coffee extract to plump, firm perfect and revitalise your complexion while its long lasting, superior formulation says no to creases or cracking.

Marketed as an ‘under eye’ concealer, you can of course use it anywhere that you feel you require a little extra coverage; be-it blemishes, hyper-pigmentation, scars or redness.

A makeup-skincare hybrid, the entire it Cosmetics line has been developed by plastic surgeons and is designed to create a fuss free, flawless complexion every time.

Given that I’m a tired mum of two who often suffers with blemishes and is the not-so-proud owner of scars on my face, i was excited to put this beauty to the test.

 

I’ve used many, many different concealers over the years and my biggest bug bear has always been (irrespective of whether they are a liquid, cream or anything else) that they simply do not offer decent enough coverage.

Sure, they can tone down a really angry zit and soften the look of black bags, but so many are simply not pigmented enough to do the job, or worst still, they fade throughout the day.

 

 

So, in terms of texture the concealer is a firm cream.

I use the word ‘firm’ because it doesn’t simply melt onto your fingers at the slightest touch, which for me bodes well as I hoped that would mean it wouldn’t just melt away on my face.

Feather light yet deceptively rich, the concealer glides on and feels like it literally hugs onto your skin, wherever it is applied.

 

The cream has been infused with the same renowned full-coverage pigments as their best-selling liquid Bye Bye Under Eye Concealer, which also has the ability to feel like it hugs the skin.

Easy to blend and build, it effortlessly blurs and hides whatever imperfection you are trying to erase.

And guess what, this concealer passes the coverage test!

Take a look at when I used it to conceal my tattoo.

Yes, you can still see the tattoo underneath but look at how much of it it has hidden, and this tattoo is black!

It instantly conceals the appearance of under eye dark circles, evens out your skin-tone and hides blemishes and scars with ease.

 

Long lasting, this bad boy will not budge once set with powder so you can carry on your day safe in the knowledge that your complexion will be looking as fresh and radiant at the end of the day as it was at the start.

it Cosmetics Bye Bye Under Eye Concealing Pot is available now and costs £25.

Boutique by Sainsbury's

Did you know that Sainsbury's now have their own cosmetics line?

Did you know that it is called Boutique by Sainsbury's?

Did you know that their products are elegantly presented in chic black and gold packaging?

Did you know that they feature quality ingredients and long-lasting, hard-working formulas? 

Did you also know that the range is vegan, cruelty free and affordable? 

Well, now you know all this allow me introduce you to a few of the key items for their collection.

Up first is their Curl and Lift Mascara (£4).

And yes you did read that right and no, that's not a typo. I really did say it costs just £4.

This expensive looking mascara costs you less than a fiver and features an innovative ‘hook n roll’ brush which grabs, separates and curls your lashes in one go.

Dispensing just the right amount of mascara from the tube, the teenie, tiny multi height bristles on the brush grab and coat even the smallest of your lashes, ensuring maximum effect.

The eye loving Pro-Vitamin B5 formula helps to create long, lengthened, volumised lashes in just one coat but equally you can build for a more dramatic look.

Up next is their Smooth Matte Lipstick (£3).

I know I know, the prices are insane but what's even more surprising is that the formulas are equally impressive.

These richly pigmented, creamy lipsticks offer excellent coverage and colour pay off.

Formulated with nourishing Vitamin E and Avocado oil they provide a luxe, matte finish paired with a silky, comfortable wear that doesn't suck all the moisture straight out of your lips.

Next is their Lip Liner (£2).

Formulated with Vitamin E, Aloe Vera and Jojoba it is a creamy, rich liner.

Gliding effortlessly along your lips without tugging or dragging, it imparts a strong, long-lasting colour to prevent lipstick bleeding and allowing you to define your lips precisely with ease. 

Finally there's the Illuminating Strobing Powder (£5).

Enriched with Vitamin E, Aloe Vera and Jojoba this luxurious, silky powder offer a natural looking, healthy looking glow with the sweep of a brush.

This champagne illumination lifts and brightens a dull, tired complexion without a hint of a sparkle.

Blending into your skin with ease, it catches the light and provides a natural lit-from-within glow.

 

100% cruelty free and suitable for both vegetarians and vegans, it is a gorgeous, inexpensive product.

The entire collection is really well put together, and with prices from just £2 you can certainly afford to treat yourself! 

Boutique by Sainsbury's is available now online and in store. 

M.A.C Velvet Teddy matte lipstick

 Every now and then you come across a beauty product that you instantly fall in love with and simply couldn't imagine being without. 

I was recently introduced to the most stunning lipstick from a gorgeous mum friend and I can't believe I hadn't tried it before.

This lip colour is the iconic M.A.C Velvet Teddy matte lipstick (£17.50)

This decadent, creamy rich lipstick formula offers a high colour payoff with a chic, on trend no-shine matte finish.

I'll be honest, I've not considered this shade before as I tend to stick to my go-to shades of pink, berry and reds which I feel suit my pale skin and dark hair.

However, after seeing Velvet Teddy on my friend and seeing how stunning it was I just had to try it for myself. 

Velvet Teddy (god I love this cute name!) is a moderately warm toned, pale brown shade with a soft matte finish.

In fact, this shade is so iconic that it is actually the product that made M.A.C famous!

A wearable, universally flattering shade, with a rich, soft formula provides a bold, stunning look if worn alone or brings an entire makeup look together.

Whether you're in the school run or glamming up for a big night out, Velvet Teddy's got your back!

M.A.C Velvet Teddy is available now and costs £17.50. 

Bobbi Brown February Picks

 This month we are looking at all things eyes with Bobbi Brown.

The best way to prep your peepers is with the Bobbi Brown Extra Eye Repair Cream 15ml (£49).

This rich, decadent cream is designed to help depuff the eye area while treating the appearance of dark circles.

Suitable for all skin types and a brand best seller, this luxurious cream has been formulated with peptides, natural plant oils and humectants to targetfine lines, wrinkles, dark circles, puffiness, and dryness.

Amazing right.

The treatment sits within the  Extra Repair family and features a combination of clary sage ferment and argireline to target skin aging on two separate levels.

Ot helps to boost your skin's natural collagen production while fortifying your skin's natural protective moisture barrier.

The skin around your eyes is that much more delicate than on the rest of your face so requires a little extra tlc such as this cream.

Designed to be used both morning and night, warm a small amount of the product between your fingers, then pat gently around your eye area. 

Rich yet non greasy, it is quickly absorbed and revives and perks up the eye area ready for the day ahead abd works as a great smoothing, soothing primer for your eyes. 

Once prepped you're ready for the Smokey Eye Mascara in black (£25.50).

This voluminous, Uultra-black formula created the perfect Smokey eye look. 

Formulated with kohl-pigment, this  mascara delivers high drama by creating hyper-black, long, fluttering lashes in the slick of a wand. 

This award winning mascara hugs your lashes and its long lasting complex prevents flaking and smudging, meaning your lashes will be looking their volumised best all day long. 

Unlike traditional formulas, this mascara builds volume lash by lash as opposed to traditional volumising formulas that create the appearance of volume by clumping lashes together, resulting in that nasty "spider legs" look.

Not good!

The thick, fluffy brush allows you to dispense the product evenly as it combs through your lashes, coating your eyelashes from roots to ends while it's tapered tip grabs even the tiny, hard to reach lashes for maximum effect. 

Finally, set your look off to perfection with the stunning Sparkle Eyeshadow in Ballet (£26).

This silky, featherlight shadow offers a gorgeous Pearl, glitter flecked shadow that captures the light and brightens your eyes.

A unique combination of flat pearls create a multi-dimensional, prismatic effect while the super fine sparkle adds a dazzling effect to your look.

Creamy, rich, highly blendable and buildable, the range features an incredible array of wearable shades from soft to bright, taking you from day to night. 

Ballet offers a light pink sparkle which is perfect for day wear or can be built upon for a more high impact evening look.

It's sparkle is ideal for widening and brightening your eyes by applying it at the inner corner of the eye to add brightness, or you can even layer it all over the lid for a more intense sparkle.

All three of these beautiful products are available now online and I store at Bobbi Brown counters.

Urban Decay Stoned Vibes

 Urban Decay’s new Stoned Vibes palette is simply one of the most beautiful palettes I’ve ever seen.

Inspired by the timeless beauty of crushed gemstones it boasts a host of opulent, sumptuous shades to dazzle and delight.

 

 

Housed within the most captivating compact complete with mirror and dual ended brush, the packaging has been designed to resemble a stone which has been cracked open to reveal a brilliant and dazzling display of natural crystals and gemstones.

The contents perfectly compliment this theme as once you open the lid you are presented with a sensational treasure of shimmering shades that are beautifully speckled with real tourmaline block bad energy and elevate your look.

 

 

Pure elegance to behold, it is like discovering your very own treasure chest of sparkling, shimmery jewels.

There is not a single shade within this palette that looks out of place and each and every one has something special to offer.

 

 

Good Karma: This shade is a soft, neutral matte

Jade: Marbleized, soft shimmery jade

Opal Aura: Pinky-blue, silver iridescent bright shimmer

Tigers Eye: A rich, warm copper gold marble

Vibes: Soft pinky-brown shimmer

Antidote: A warm orange matte

 

 

Hexed: A deep, warm, rich matte brown

Bloodstone: A rich, warm brown with green and white iridescent shimmer

OJO: A bright, vivid sparkly rich blue

Raw Energy: Soft Amythest purple with shimmer

Meditate: Soft shimmery brown

Third Eye: A cool, richly deep brown

 

 

Each and every shade is finely milled, creamy, silky soft and offers an intense colour pigment.

Four earthy mattes have been paired with eight prismatic shimmers to allow you to create an almost endless combination of resplendent looks.

 

Each of the stone-like speckled eyeshadows are designed to give off good energy and deliver stunning, shimmering colour payoff without any flaking or fallout so commonly associated with sparkly shadows.

Each and every shade is beautifully rich in texture and provides effortless pigment which packs a punch. 

Wonderfully velvety and easy to build, begin your look with a matte to create an all-over colour base to contour and shape.

Create an exquisite eye by applying the marbelized shades with your finger or mist your brush with their All Nighter Makeup Setting Spray before dipping into shadow for a foiled, wet-look finish.

The possibilities are expansive and allow you to create an array of sumptuous, rich, dazzling looks which last all day long.

 

 

I actually find that the shadows look even better when worn for a number of hours as the natural oils in your skin combine with the shadows to offer an even more glossy, powerful look.

 Urban Decay’s Stoned Vibes palette is available now and costs £46.