Guest Post: Summer Skin

This is my favourite time of year – the time when you can really be creative with your makeup! I like to start spring with, well, a spring clean of my make up bag. I give it a good machine wash and wipe down all my makeup brushes with anti-bacterial gel and then we’re good to go for a fun trip to Boots. I never like to spend a fortune, but it’s nice to give yourself one little treat and update your summer look too.

This year, with a summer holiday to Spain already booked, I’ve decided to channel beach makeup all summer even though I live in London – basically, less it more. For this to work, and for me not to scare my fellow commuters, I’ve been concentrating on the health of my skin rather than the makeup I slap on it. The first step is to drink lots of water, making sure you drink the recommended 8 glasses a day. I try to drink 2 litres as beverages such as tea dehydrate a little. After a few days, you can really tell the difference – my skin looks plumper.

Next I decided to re-evaluate my skin care regime as I’ve been doing the same routine for over ten years now and skin sure changes a lot in this time. Luckily my mother and nana installed in me the importance of cleansing and toning, but I thought I’d pop along to Dermalogica where they look at your skin with special goggles. I’d really recommend it as all the things I obsess over (my pores, my pores!) turned out to not be a problem in the eyes of the skin goddesses at all. For my age, they were good. There were some problems they identified that could do with some attention – like broken capillaries – the result of using a using a face scrub that’s too harsh. I decide to buy a few of the products they recommended, such as their cult Daily Microfoliant, and buy the rest one at a time each payday. It’s working!

With my skin feeling a little better, I then turned to the makeup counter.  I decided to go with Bobbi Brown’s Skin foundation – its light and it has spf 15 in it, win! After having my make up done by the lady at the counter, I was feeling fabulous so I stopped by Pandora for a treat - I couldn’t resist buying a Pandora necklace to show off my new look!

Get Firmoo 2013 May New Arrivals for Free

Hey guys, this is a guest post from Firmoo. They have new arrivals on their store so if you wear glasses check out their offer for a free new pair this May!

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Is it awesome when you own fabulous dress or pants but your outfit is never ready without accessories? Wanna change up your style a little bit, or need/want a new pair of glasses? Firmoo will make it easy for you! They have launched their First-Pair-Free program (http://www.firmoo.com/free-glasses.html) to people worldwide, new arrivals for May are included, and you only need to pay shipping. Hurry up to begin your selection.

Here below are a small number of new arrivals for May:

 

Isn't that wonderful? Be sure to take your time and get your free glasses at http://www.firmoo.com/free-glasses.html

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Guest Post: Five Reasons to be Happy About Spring

Spring is finally here, and with the sun slowly appearing from behind the clouds and the temperatures gradually climbing, it’s natural to feel your spirits lift. Here are five reasons to be happy that the seasons are finally on the move.

Who do you love?

The popular saying tells us that ‘in the Spring a young man’s fancy lightly turns to thoughts of love’. Whether it’s your husband, your kids, your mum, or even just your cat, everyone has someone in their lives who cheers them up and makes them feel good. Set aside some time to spend with your loved ones and enjoy the spring together.

The holidays are coming!

Spend some time perusing holiday brochures and planning your summer getaway. Whether you are planning a fun-packed family break or a quiet couple’s getaway, it’s far easier to imagine lounging by a pool if the sun is peeking through the clouds outside than if it’s the dead of winter.

The days are getting longer.

Slowly and steadily, in the northern hemisphere we are gaining five to ten minutes of daylight per day. It’s much easier to feel cheerful when it is still light outside in the early evening. It’s also more tempting to get out and about or to meet up with friends and family.

Research shows that both additional light and social contact make us happier, so make the most of the longer days.

Spring cleaning.

This might not seem like an obvious route to happiness, but it can be liberating to fling open the windows and blow away the winter cobwebs. Not only will the exercise make you feel good, but having a fresh and revitalised home is a great way to welcome in the warmer weather.

It’s time to plan your spring and summer wardrobe.

With temperatures becoming milder, you can finally put those thick tights and winter boots back in storage. Whether your style is formal or casual, spending a few hours window shopping the variety of ladies’ dresses on offer is a great way to while away a spring afternoon.

Test post.

Trying to figure out the most convenient way to draft a blog post on my phone. Sorry for the selfie spam. I haven't worn colorful makeup in weeks. My skill's got too rusty, I'm afraid. I need to dust my vanity desk and start playing with colors again. I really miss that.

 

 

My OOTD:
Forever 21 tank
Hammer sweater
Forgot where the jeans from
Shoes are from Korea. :))

Review: MakeOver Liquid Lip Color in Drop Dead Pink and Single Eyeshadow in Navy

I made an account on Instagram just a few days ago. Follow me if you want: prettymuchfifi.

Now, I simply can't wait to share my new inexpensive makeup finds! They're from a local makeup brand called MakeOver. I was once gifted a few things by them but none of the products really caught my fancy so I was never really eager to give them a second glance.

That eventually changed when I came across Drop Dead Pink. It's such a gorgeous bright fuschia lippie! If you know me, I rarely wear bright lips but with this one I'm not afraid to get out of my comfort zone. I decided to buy it along with a single eyeshadow called Navy; a matte, greyish dark blue color. At the store it seemed like a good idea but up until now I have yet to find a way to wear it without looking like some slutty female character off of an 80's TV show.

Also, the eyeshadow is not that pigmented in real life. I have to pack on quite a lot to get a maximum color payoff. An eyeshadow base is necessary with this product, especially if you want the blue color to stand out. Otherwise, it'll just look like a dusty bluish grey color... if that even makes sense.

As for the Liquid Lip Color, I have to say that I prefer this to LT Pro's. The color selection is much better (I have another one in Fructis Peach which is great for everyday wear!) and it doesn't feel to sticky or heavy on the lips. It's actually pretty moisturizing!

The normal price for the lippie is Rp 75.000 which is about 8 bucks each. The single eyeshadow costs Rp 45.000 but I got them both for 20% off. Not bad. :)

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All in all, well done to MakeOver for this gorgeous lip color! The eyeshadow? I'd say pass.