GLOSSYBOX | April 2015

First off, how has it been a month since my last Glossybox review all ready? Having absolutely loved the March box, I was so excited when my April box arrived yesterday.  Aprils " The Iconic Edit" box contains three full size products and is a mix of makeup, nails and skin care.

The Lord & Berry Lipstick Pencil is the probably my favorite product in this months box. The shade kiss is supposed to be a modern take on Marilyn Monroe's classic pillar box pout. Im looking forward to seeing if it is easier to apply due to it being a pencil rather than a regular lipstick. This is a full size product that retails for £10.

I like that a retro product has been included in the Iconic Edit. Astrals Original Face and Body Moisturizer is said to have been a favorite of hollywood stars & makeup artists since the 1950s. As well as hydrating deep below the skin's surface, it can also be used  to remove makeup. A 200ml tub retails for £3.89.

The next full size product pays homage to Elizabeth Taylor's iconic cat eye. The POP Beauty Kajal Eyeliner Pen can be used to create a bang on trend winged liner or a smokey smudged liner look thanks to it having a smudger on one end of the pencil. At £6.50 it isn't going to break the bank either.

This Color Club Barely There Nail Polish is perfect for the nude nails trend this spring/summer. This shade is supposed to compliment any skin tone and dries to a glossy finish. This is another full size product that retails for £4.10

Lastly is the product that disappointed me this month, purely because I have no use for it. These Nougat London Soothing Bath Pearls contain a subtle shimmer that creates a "limb lengthening" sheen. Sadly, I'm from a shower only home (something that pains me everyday!) so I won't get to use these and find out how limb lengthening they really are. 35mls cost £6 

Aside from the bath pearls Im happy with this months box and cant wait to test everything out! Glossybox is a monthly subscription that costs £10 per month plus postage and can be purchased here.

What are your opinions on this months Glossybox?

Catch up soon. 

With Love ... A x
♥

Face Of The Day

Face

• Foundation - Estee Lauder Double Wear | N2 Ecru
• Concealer - Collection Lasting Perfection
• Setting Powder - MAC Pro Shaping Powder | Emphasize
• Bronzer - Benefit Hoola
• Contour - MAC Pro Sculpting Powder | Bone
• Blusher - MAC Mineralized Blush | Warm Soul
• Highlight - The Balm Mary-Lou Manizer
• Setting Spray - Urban Decay All Nighter

Eyes

• Primer - MAC Pro Longwear Paint Pot | Painterly
• Lid - Stila | Bare
• Crease - Stila | Bliss
• Brow & Inner Corner Highlight - Stila | Kitten
• Liner - Stila Smudge Stick | Damsel
• Eyebrows - Soap & Glory Archery | Hot Chocolate

Lips

• Liner - MAC Lip Liner | Nightmoth
• Lipstick - Topshop | Depth

Catch up soon.

With Love ... A x
♥

Mini Beauty Haul

Garnier Pure Micellar Cleansing Water

I have recently had semi permanent lashes applied, so I picked this up to remove the makeup around my eyes to avoid getting the lashes wet. I Have used this before & really enjoyed it. It takes your makeup off really easily and is nice and refreshing on the skin. At £4.99 for 200ml its a steal as you don't need much to get the job done so one bottle lasts for a while. You can pick it up here.

Kevin Aucoin The Sensual Skin Enhancer | SX01

I have been lusting after this for such a long time and finally decided to bite the bullet and order it. Its a bit on the pricey side at £36 for 18g so its definitely a special occasions only product. I have heard so many good things about this product so im looking forward to trying it out. If you would like a full review on this or any of the other items in this haul, just let me know in the comments below. You can buy this product here.

Collection Lasting Perfection Concealer | Fair

This is right down at the lower end of the pricey concealer scale. At £4.19 its such a bargain. Collection could easily charge a lot more for this concealer, it gives a beautiful amount of coverage and I prefer it a lot more than some high end concealers I have tried. The minute I start running low I have to go out and get a back up! You can find it here.

Soap & Glory Archery 2 in 1 Brow Filling Pencil & Brush | Hot Chocolate

Ive been looking for a more natural option for filling in my brows, so deciding to give this a try after seeing a lot of good reviews about it. It has a pencil on one end, which is the perfect texture for subtly defining the brows, and a spooly on the other end to groom the brows into place. I've been tempted to buy the Anastasia Brow Wiz but thought I'd try this first, at £8 its a little bit cheaper than the Anastasia pencil. Click here to find out more.

Stila In The Light Eye Shadow Palette

This is another product that I have wanted for so long!  I really don't need any more neutral shadows, but I have been dying to get my hands on the kitten shade that is in this palette for years so I just went ahead and bought it before I could talk myself out of it. It has a perfect mix of neutral shades in both matte and shimmer finishes, and kitten definitely didn't disappoint! Im looking forward to using this more in the summer as a lot of the shadows have a golden undertone which will look beautiful in the sun. You can find the palette here.

What products have you picked up lately? Catch up soon.

With Love A ... x
♥

March Favourites

March was a long ol' month for me. With a little trip away at the start of the month, where A LOT of spending was done, the rest of the month was a bit of a drag waiting for payday. Heres a round up of my obsessions in March.

Palmers Coco Butter Formula Natural Bronze Gradual Tanning Lotion.

I initially purchased this for a subtle and easy to maintain tan for my recent holiday  & it's fast becoming my go to tanning product. It's so easy to use and provides a natural looking deep glow. For a full product review click here.

MAC Cinderella Stroke Of Midnight Eye shadow Palette

Out of everything I bought from the Cinderella collection, this is the only product that I am 100% happy with. I have worn it everyday since I got it as all of the shades are neutral so are ideal for work and day to day life. And obviously the packaging is a winner. To see everything I purchased from the Cinderella line click here. 

The Balm Mary-Lou Manizer

This highlighting powder gives an intense gold glow to the cheeks and instantly lifts the face.

Zara Femme Eau De Toilette

I picked this up whilst I was on holiday, i had only taken one perfume with me which is a bit on the pricey side and I didn't want to waste it. In turn it has quickly developed into my go to day to day perfume. It has such a light feminine scent and at only £10 its a steal! Im useless at describing smells so I wont even try to, but next time your in Zara, go and have a a little look in the perfume section, they wont disappoint.  

Pretty Little Liars

I finally decided to watch PLL after hearing everyone going on about how good it was & I'm hooked! I'm nearly up to date with it & don't want it to end! If you love girly dramas then this one is definitely for you! 

Rome

For the first week of March I was on holiday in Rome. I went for 4 days in November and booked to go back for a week the day after I got home as I loved it so much. I am in love with everything about this city. Every street you walk down tells a story and food is just so incredible. The amount of both high end and high street shopping that is on offer is an added bonus too! See you in November amore mio.

What where your favourites in March? 

Catch up soon

With love ... A x
♥