Elizabeth Arden Make-Up

So waaay back when Christmas was still a thing I got a few exciting Elizabeth Arden goodies in my stocking (my boyfriend did not understand the squealing and "it's so beautifuuuul"s coming from my corner) because even the packaging excited me. I thought I'd put together this little post on how the products have worked out for me and a couple of swatches; enjoy!

Firstly is the Colour Intrigue Eye Liner and I've got it in the shade 'Bronze Pearl' which is probably the nicest brown I've seen in a gel liner yet. It comes with a little brush which is actually very easy to use and doesn't dry out overnight so when you go to use it again the next day the brushy bit is one solid lump (obviously I would recommend washing the brush at least once a week to avoid any nasty eye infections). The liner stays nice all day and is just that bit more subtle for the daytime than a dramatic black would be. You can get this from the Simply Be website for £10 here: http://www.feelgoodessentials.co.uk/shop/elizabeth-arden-colour-intrigue-gel-eyeliner-35g/nq462/product/details/show.action?pdBoUid=8337#colour:,size:

I got a set of two High-Shine lipglosses in the shades 'Sparkling Ruby' and 'Radiant Mauve' and the colour payoff of these is actually very good, they last a long time although one off putting thing is the smell; they have quite a plasticy odour. The colours are gorgeous though! You can swipe this set off the shelves for £12: http://www.feelgoodessentials.co.uk/shop/arden-ligloss-high-shine-set/cv750/product/details/show.action?pdBoUid=8337#colour:,size:

Last but not least is the Double Density mascara and out of the 4 products this is the one I love the most. It makes my eyelashes nice and long and the brush is a really good shape and thickness for gripping the lashes. Another thing I really like about it is the fact it doesn't start to flake off as the day goes on, and I don't get that all too common attractive panda smudge under my eyes when the lids start to get oily. This is quite pricey for a mascara at £13, but if you compare this price to some other high end macaras its a bargain! http://www.feelgoodessentials.co.uk/shop/elizabeth-arden-double-density-black-mascara/nq116/product/details/show.action?pdBoUid=8337#colour:Black,size:

Thanks for reading!

Beth:)

First Impression of the L'oreal Skin Perfection Miracle Oil

I'm trying to steer my skin swiftly away from any kind of cleansing wipe because I've found I've been breaking out a lot more lately and the spots are becoming increasingly difficult to kill and the only thing I can think of that could be causing my face to hate it's existence is the fact I've been using a lot more wipes to remove make up (because I'm lazy like that). So last week I spotted the L'oreal Skin Perfection 15 Second Miracle Cleansing Oil wow that's a lot to fit on one bottle, and thought hey its £7.99 that's not bad I'll give it a whirl on my face. 

I've been using this every day to get my make up off and I've got to say for getting eyeliner and mascara off it isn't the best, yes it does break it down a bit but I've found myself still reaching for my Soap&Glory Ulti-Melt facial cleanser to really get all of that eye make up off. Foundation wise I've found the same, it sort of melts the make up off a bit but I'm still having to go at my face with soap and scrubs and what not for it to feel 100% clean and clog free. 

One positive I've noticed with the oil is it smells really really nice, and I've been preferring using it in the morning to wake my skin up a bit and make sure it's clean before applying any make up or moisturisers or anything else I see fit. The oil goes on clear and smooth and then when I splash on the hot water it turns into a sort of cleansing milk type affair which leaves my skin smooth and not feeling tight or stretched like some cleansers can with my dry patches (especially on my forehead). Also a little of this product goes a really long way, just one small pump does my whole face and then I can easily go back in with a bit more for the eyes. 

Overall this isn't my favourite make up removal technique, but I do really like how it leaves my skin feeling jazzy so I will continue to use this as a sort of skin treat and continue my search for the perfect remover in the hope that one day I'll find the perfect one! 

Thanks for reading, you can pick up this oil from Tesco like I did:http://www.tesco.com/groceries/Product/Details/?id=276904165 or I'm sure its available all over the place in stores such as Boots and Superdrug. 

Beth:)

I'm Ridin' Solo

So for those of you who've followed the blog the short time it's been up and running you'll know that we started off as a terrible two-some taking on the blogger world, but unfortunately Jess has decided to take a step back and let me go off on my own into my little world. She's a busy lady people! 













But do not fear as she will still be here lurking in the background when I need to borrow her beautiful face for a tutorial, or for when I pluck up the guts to start making YouTube videos you can expect special guest star appearances from the one and only doughnut lover.  

Stay tuned for more from me! 

Beth:)