Christmas tag

Hey guys!

It's December! The month of Christmas! So my first post of this month has to be a Christmas themed one so what better than the Christmas tag?

1) Do you prefer a real/synthetic Christmas tree? 

Synthetic. I'm not the biggest fan of nature and I don't really like the smell.

2) You're in a coffee shop, its December, what do you order?

It has to be a hazelnut hot chocolate. Starbucks do the best!

3) What's your favourite colour scheme to decorate the Christmas tree?

I love the classic colour scheme of red, gold and silver with loads of tinsel and baubles.

4) Do you prefer to give or receive gifts?

I can't pretend I don't love to receive gifts. Who honestly doesn't? So I'm going to say I prefer to receive gifts. However, you can't beat the feeling you get when someone opens a present you got them and they genuinely like it.

5) Do you like mince pies?

I've tried to like them but it just doesn't happen. I love the pastry though but nobody wants to eat the filling by itself and give me the pastry. Lol.

6) What's your favourite Christmas lunch?

I don't really eat traditional Christmas lunch. Don't get me wrong, I do eat Christmas dinners at like work and uni Christmas dos but on Christmas Day I don't eat the traditional as some members of my family aren't keen on it. But I love pigs in blankets and that is somehow incorporated into my unconventional but delicious 'Christmas lunch'.

7) What's your Christmas day fashion?

If it's just my family at home I'll be in something comfortable like leggings and a big jumper (not a Christmas one- I actually don't own one...). Loads of room for me to eat as much as I can :)
 If we're having guests then I'll wear a more presentable jumper and skinny jeans. (That way I eat a more reasonable amount...)

8) What's your favourite Christmas song?

There are a lot to choose from and after posting this I'm sure I'll remember others. I'm a big fan of Last Christmas and Rocking around the Christmas tree.

And you can't forget the classic 'all I want for Christmas is you'. 

(I hope those are their titles lol)

9) Favourite Christmas film?

I love Home alone or the grinch. I can't choose one. It's impossible.

I also love Merry Madagascar, a short but funny Christmas themed film from the Madagascar series.

10) Open presents before or after lunch?

I'm not waiting till after lunch! It's a struggle to wait till Christmas Day!

Hope you've enjoyed this tag and I tag you all! It's Christmas and I think you should all do it! If you do, let me know. I'd love to read it!

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2014 blogger challenge

Hey guys

It's scary yet amazing to think 2014 is a couple of weeks away! I'm actually quite excited to see what it holds in store for me!

I just wanted to update you on a challenge I'm hoping to start and stick with next year.

I found out that Gaby from anothergirlyblg is running a blogger challenge for 2014. You can check it out here

The main reason I wanted to join in was because I'm hoping it'll give me focus. Sometimes I experience 'bloggers block' but I'm hoping this challenge will help me especially when I can't think of things to write or when life gets too busy and I feel like I'm not posting regularly enough.

If you want to get involved just email Gaby (anothergirlyblg@gmail.com) with your blog URL, email address and name.

Thanks for reading! x x

Nailed it!

Hey guys

I've been suffering a bit from blogger's block so I though I'd go back to the reason why I started blogging in the first place. (Watch out for a lot more nail related posts)

I'm a massive nail art fan and I feel like it's my only opportunity to show my creative side because I can't draw to save my life. I hated art. It just wasn't a talent I have.

But with nail polish I'm able to express myself.

I have great fun just messing about with the numerous (maybe too many) pots of nail polishes that I have. And it's also a great way for me to de-stress and relax.

What do you guys think of today's design?

I've been totally neglecting my other nail polishes due to my obsession with Maybelline's color show range. I had forgotten how much I love Bourjois' nail polish. Their polishes do cost a bit more that I normally like to pay but it's worth the price. The colours are great and don't require many coats and they last. At least I know I'm paying for quality. (Besides I bought it when Boots had some kind of offer on...).
 I used Bourjois nail polish in Violet couture for the base and then Barry m's staple black and white design on top.

Anybody else a fan of nail art?

I'd love to see what designs you've come up with!
Do comment below, I love receiving them and I do take time to reply them.

Thanks for reading 

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Have a great day!

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Prep+Prime

Hey guys

Hope you're having a great day

I thought I'd review the two products I have from MAC's Prep+Prime range.

I've been using the skin base visage for a while.

I was recommended it after visiting the MAC counter to buy a new foundation and I told them I had oily skin. I was slightly hesitant but I thought what have I got to lose (except like £18).

It's supposed to keep the face shine-free and matte.

It can be worn on its own or under make up to help set the foundation and leave it looking matte.

I have to say it's not bad. My face is super oily so doesn't remain shine-free all day but it helps my face for a couple of hours. It's the best I've tried so far. For those of you who don't have super oily skin like me if think it would work greatly.

The second item is a transparent loose powder.

This is a relatively new addition to my collection. I've been looking for a transparent powder for ages but have always been hesitant as I've heard some can leave the face looking ashy and as I'm quite a dark skinned girl that's a massive concern for me. After reading many reviews I finally gave in and bought it.

I'm quite impressed with this product. You don't have to use a lot to get a result.

It can either be used to set your face or after foundation.

Since I already use a primer to set my face I use it after my foundation. I use it when my face is getting a little oily. I blot and then use minimal amount to make it look matte again.

Have any of you guys used these products or could recommend anymore products from this range?

Do let me know and don't forget to follow me on Twitter and bloglovin'!

Thanks for reading!

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October beauty wishlist

Hey guys

So I'm on a spending ban again so thought I'd write a list of what I would have bought if I wasn't on one.

Maybe it'll help me from getting sidetracked when my ban is lifted and stop spending unnecessarily.

Lips

MAC lipsticks: Girl About Town, Up the Amp and Ruby Woo

I love these shades and have wanted them for ages but for some reason I've never gotten round to buying them 

I currently own 2 MAC lipsticks (Lady Danger and Quite the Thing) which I got from the cosmetics store so they were cheaper so maybe that's why I haven't bought these 3 shades. But I think I'm just going to close my eyes and buy them. (Not at the same time I hope...)

Maybelline Color Elixirs 

I saw them on the American Maybelline website and I don't think they're out here in England yet but they look amazing. It's a combination of a lipstick and a lipgloss which I think is perfect for those days when lipsticks may seem too much but still need some colour on the lips. I love Maybelline so I'm sure the pigmentation will be great. I'll be keeping an eye out for when and where I can get that from.

Eyes

L'oreal blackbuster super liner in black. 

I love a good eyeliner and after seeing adverts for this I knew I had to have it. Eyeliner is a staple part of my face when I want to make even just a little bit of an effort (my usual face is foundation and concealer) and this eyeliner looks perfect to create dramatic eyes which I do sometimes like to do. Make my eyes POP! Lol 

Fragrance

Escada cherry in the air 

This perfume smells amazing. Perfect if you like perfumes with a fruity smell. It does cost quite a bit which is why I haven't bought it yet as I haven't thought it a priority but I'm definitely thinking of treating myself with it soon or a family member/friend would be nice enough to buy it for me... I'll start dropping hints.

Clothing

Parka

These were pretty big last year but I couldn't find one I liked or in my size so I'm still on the hunt for one. Perfect for these cold days that seem to be descending upon us.

Fluffy jumpers

I have a few but you can never have more that enough I believe...

Well I think that's all that's on my list for now.

What's on your wishlist? Any of these items or do you already have these items?

Do let me know

Thanks for reading and don't forget to follow me on Twitter and bloglovin'

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Macarons Galore!!!

Hey guys

It's time for another food related post, this time not made by me.

I was fortunate enough to receive some macarons free of charge from a company called Macarons Galore who deliver macarons straight to your doorstep. You don't even need to leave the house for them which is always a bonus for me.

I'm a massive fan of macarons and these did not disappoint. Mine unfortunately did come slightly smashed as you can see from the picture but I blame my housemates for not handling my delivery with care. Luckily it didn't take away from the taste. Each macaron had its unique flavour and after eating the four provided I definitely wanted more. Worth postponing my diet for. Lol

I highly recommend and I'm sure I'll be ordering from them soon.

Thanks for reading and check them out on Facebook and Twitter (username: macaronsgalore)

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Skincare tag

Hey guys

So I've read quite a few skincare tags and even though technically I haven't been tagged and since I'm looking for things to blog about I thought I would jump on the bandwagon. Enjoy :D

Describe your skincare routine in 5 words
easy, refreshing, gentle, regular, modifiable

  What's your skin type?
Oily-like major, which I find so annoying, yet to find products that allow

me to remain shine-free for majority of the day. I guess one benefit

is that my skin remains young (or so I've been told...)

  What's your favourite skincare product?
At the moment it would have to be Soap and Glory's 2-in-1 facial pore purifying mask and peel

It's the best mask I've used so far, leaving my skin feel clean and not greasy

Top blemish zapper

I haven't used one that I'm happy with. I am currently using the Freederm 

one which I'm notimpressed with so am more

than happy for people's opinions. Now that I'm more regular with 

my skincare routine, breakouts are less common 

but when I do get spots (because unfortunately I still do)

 it would be nice to have one that works

Face wipes yay or nay? 

I use face wipes when I get home just to remove the make up I have but 

before I go to bed I wash my face properly as I don't think face

wipes remove all the make up properly, especially

eye make up
  Toner yay or nay? 
I do use a toner but I'm yet to find one I'm 100% happy with so I'm welcome to suggestions

  High end skincare or high end make up?
I think I'm more inclined to buy high end make up because I find make-up more exciting

but it is important to have good skincare but I feel many of the drugstore products are more than great if

not better at times 
  What's the most unusual skincare product you've tried? 
I actually tend not to use unusual products on my face because I'm quite scared about how

my face will react to it. If I had to answer, I would say a self-heating mask I used once, which did feel 

weird on my face but I didn't like it as I didn't

feel that my face was cleansed enough afterwards

You're in a French pharmacy and can only pick one item - what is it? 
I recently saw an advert on Lancome's skin pigmentation corrector and I 

would love to try it out as I would love to get

an even skin tone. Would definitely result in less foundation use
Tell us your top skincare tip

Drink as much water as possible. It's a tip I try to follow as much as possible

because when I do, I definitely see great results in my skin

I hope you've enjoyed reading my skincare tag. Let me know what you think and any suggestions especially on how to deal with extremely oily skin and how to keep my face shine-free all day. I'm more than happy to check out your skincare tags so just comment below and I'll give them a read :)

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Introductory

Hey guys!!!

As I go back to uni in a few weeks time, I thought what better way to procrastinate than to start a blog!!! :)

So here goes!!!

I'm obsessed with nail polish and always find myself buying duplicate colours or colours very near to ones I already own. I also love nail art so I thought I would write a blog about nail polish purchases and review old and new ones as nail polish is my weakness.

I will also probably blog about other topics as I do love to shop and watch tv and read books so there may be posts about those too.

I'm also open to suggestions so let me know and I'll be more than happy to blog about it!!!

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Thanks for reading :)

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