Winter Lip Edit

The temperature has dropped, Christmas songs are starting to appear and people have started getting into the festive spirit. And in my eyes that makes it Winter, so of course it's time for me to post my Winter Lip Edit. Normally I curate this to five lip products but I really struggled to do that this year as there were so many I loved or like the look of and ended up just putting them all in to save me the hassle of having to choose.

Stila Stay All Day Liquid Lipstick in Beso: This isn't a stranger to my Lip Edits, I can't get enough of this shade. Beso is a bright cherry red that has just the right amount of blue tones running through it to stop it looking too orange. It's doe foot applicator makes application a dream and it doesn't dry down streaky or patchy. Applied onto to dry/chapped lips and it can feel uncomfortable and drying on the lips but if you pop a bit of lip balm underneath this will feel comfortable for a lot longer. It doesn't transfer unless you eat something extremely greasy but can be easily reapplied without it cracking or balling on the lips. The perfect Christmas Red, I expect I'll be getting a lot of wear out of it in the next month.

Stila Stay All Day Liquid Lipstick in Ricco: Another Stila shade that I can't get enough of, especially since the weathers turned colder is Ricco. This is a beautiful deep plum shade that has just the right amount of purple running through it. Again it can be drying but it's a lot more comfortable if you apply thin layers as to not overload the lips with products. It doesn't dry streaky which is rare for a shade like this. If you have fair skin this shade will compliment that beautifully but it is a gorgeous shade no matter what your skintone is.

Sleek Matte Me Up Liquid Lipstick in Old Hollywood: I received the a miniatures kit of the Sleek Matte Me Up Liquid Lipsticks last year but haven't gotten round to trying them recently. It's a stunning burgundy shade that makes a great alternative to red, especially this time of the year. It's formula is different to other liquid lipsticks and can dry patchy if you don't work quick enough. However that can easily be rectified by using a lip liner all over the lips beforehand. It not only gives the colour a little more depth but stops it looking patchy when it dries. This doesn't dry down completely but it does mean it's a little more comfortable to wear. A little more work than the others so I tend to only wear this when I have more time to get ready.

MUA Luxe Liquid Lipstick in Hustle: This is the only shade that resembles a neutral in this lip edit. However it does have stunning plum tones that really shine through once it's dried on the lips. A slightly more dry formula than the other liquid lipsticks featured in this edit, Hustle does require more prep before wear as it can highlight any and all imperfections lips may have. A little lip balm or even a lip scrub beforehand is all that's needed to make this apply like a dream and wear more comfortably on the lips. Beautiful on a multitude of skintones, Hustle is the perfect shade that isn't too much but still gives lip that pop that can be missing with other shades this time of year.

 Barry M Matte Me Up Lip Kit In Prestige: This year metallic lips are a big thing and I've decided to dip my top into the trend. So instead of going for your standard Christmas Red this year I've decided to try out a metallic red shade instead. I love the Barry M Lip Kits, they're lightweight, comfortable to wear and don't leave lips feeling dry or cracked. Prestige is a deeper red shade than I'd normally wear for the festive season but it's still beautiful. And the metallic element isn't even that in your face, in fact it only shows when the light catches your lips just so. I've worn this briefly around my house but haven't worn it out and about. I am a little nervous but with the right make up and outfit I think it's going to look gorgeous.

Rosie For Autograph Lipstick in Sour Grapes: It wouldn't be a lip edit without a Rosie For Autograph Lipstick in there somewhere. As it's turned colder I've found myself reaching for the darker purple and burgundy shades and Sour Grapes from RFA is perfect. It's a deep purple based shade that works wonders on a multitude of skintones. It's creamy formula and sheen finish usually makes this a no go for me but there is something about Rosie's range of lipsticks that breaks all the rules. It doesn't transfer easily, doesn't bleed or slip about and it's comfortable to wear all day long. I love pairing this with tons of mascara and a perfected base for a simple yet eye catching look.

Maybelline Color Sensational Creamy Matte Liptick in Rich Ruby: Now I know I said I would be dipping my toe into a metallic red lip this festive season but it doesn't mean that I'm not going to wear as many different reds as possible. And one of my favourites comes from Maybelline. Rich Ruby is a drugstore dupe for MAC's Russian Red. It's your classic blue toned red shade that compliments every skintone and makes teeth look whiter. It's creamy, comfortable to wear and doesn't budge unless you're chowing down on a greasy ass burger. One of my favourite reds to go for, this doesn't bleed or smudge easily even though it's creamy formula would make you believe it would.

Maybelline Color Sensational Creamy Matte Lipstick in Burgundy Blush: And the last lipstick in this edit is also from Maybelline. From the same range as Rich Ruby, Burgundy Blush is a deep purple toned shade that I've been favouring a lot since the weather took a colder turn. Every time I wear this I can never get over how smoothly this applies or wears. It doesn't transfer easily but doesn't bleed or smudge either. It does require a lip liner to perfect the edges and give a defined finish but apart from that this nothing wrong with this lipstick. I believe this is going to be the only non red shade that I'll be wearing between now and Christmas as it wears so well and suits the gloomy weather that's be recurring of late.

Christmas Gift Guide: Stocking fillers

One of the best things about Christmas as a kid was waking up to the stocking at the end of your bed. It's one of the things I miss as a grown up. However I know a few of you still do a stocking and thought a great addition to my Gift Guides this year would be Stocking Fillers. Everything I'm featuring is £10 or under because to me a stocking is always filled with inexpensive, somewhat silly gifts.

Pixi By Petra Mini Lip Lift Max £6: This year Pixi has released miniatures of some of their cult products. The first of several I have my eye on is their Mini Lip Lift Max. One of Pixi's bestselling lip products and enjoyed by the likes of Caroline Hirons, this tiny bauble is perfect for adding a little something extra to someones stocking.
Sleek Matte Me Up Must Haves £6: This kit was available last year and contains the same shades as well. If you know someone who missed out on this, maybe this is the year to surprise them.
Soap And Glory Pouty Popper £6: Soap and Glory are known for their amazing array of gift sets every year and this mini duo of lip glosses is no different. Want to give someone some S&G but not sure what they'll like, this little popper will be perfect. 

 Missguided Da Bomb Bath Fizzers £6: Missguided have branched out into gifting this year and one set that caught my eye is this trio of bath fizzers.These three fizzer would make a perfect add on gift or even as part of a secret santa.
Beauty And The Beast Chip Cup Bath Fizzers £6:If like everyone else this year you've been hit by the BATB craze then this Chip Cup filled with bath fizzers will be right up your street. Not only do you get a cute gift but also a keep sake for when the fizzers have run out.
Boots Extracts Glitter Fizzer £4: If you can't get any of the Lush Christmas Bath Bombs but still want something sparkly and cute then this Extracts Glitter Fizzer is perfect. It comes in a range of scents and costs the same as a Lush Fizzer/Bomb but is also cutely packaged and can even be hung off your tree.

 Sanctuary Must Have Mist £4: Mini mists are perfect if you're not sure of someones fragrance preference. Sanctuary have released their signature must have mist in a bauble this year which not only makes it perfect for trying but also looks adorable under the tree.
Ted Baker Little Petal Opulent Petal Body Spray £4: Ted Baker are doing the same thing with their body mists. I had the Opulent Petal mist last year and loved it. It was perfect for both day and night and for a brand like Ted Baker ridiculously purse friendly.
Soap And Glory Pink Me Up £6: Another cute Soap and Glory set is their Pink Me Up Cube. Containing a mini Clean On M and Original Body Mist, this is a great little filler present which will be loved those of all ages.

Pixi Mini Rose Flash Balm £6: Another Pixi mini that's available this year is their Rose Flash Balm. It's perfect for someone who's been looking to try it but hasn't wanted to splash on the full size just in case it doesn't agree with them. I'll definitely be picking one up before Christmas to give it a try.
Nuxe Winter Treasures Set £6: Nuxe always do adorable sets during the festive period and this mini duo is no exception. Containing their bestselling multi purpose dry oil, this duo won't break the bank but will add that little bit of luxury to someones Christmas.
Champney's One Minute Wonder £5: If you know someone who's always got nice hands/nails then this Champney's duo would be perfect. Containing a miniature hand cream and nail file, this duo will be perfect for those on the go who like to make sure they've got hand cream on them at all times.

 Emma Bridgewater Midnight Spices Luxury Soap £8: Now this next trio may not seem like good gifts but if paired with other items would make a great bundle. This Emma Bridgewater soap is a great start, it smells exactly like Christmas and gives a normal everyday item a luxurious makeover.
Roger And Gallet Sublime Or Hand Cream Bauble £6.50: Hand cream is always a great stocking filler and this one from Roger and Gallet smells divine. And it'll look adorable in a stocking or hanging off the tree.
Barley Lane By Totes Novelty Penguin Socks £5: Tell me who doesn't love socks. I love getting bed socks or socks of any kind for Christmas. And this penguin socks were just too adorable to not feature in my guide. Pair this with the hand cream and couple of other fillers and someone will have a cute little self care package.

 This Works Dream Team Duo Set £10: This Works is a brand that I feature every year in my guides. Their Deep Sleep Pillow Spray is raved about by all and sundry and if you've been dying to try it, this mini duo is perfect for that. Plus it won't break the bank and will still leave you plenty to splurge elsewhere.
Burts Bees Naturally Gifted Set £7: Burts Bees are another brand that are doing cute duos this festive season. Coming in a range of scents, these duos contain both a stick lip balm and a tin of balm which makes it brilliant for it's price point.
Philip Kingsley Polished Perfection Stocking Filler £10: If hair products are more their thing then Philip Kingsley have a cute duo of their bestselling Elastizer and PK Polishing Balm. A tube of Elastizer on it's own can cost a good £10+ so this duo whilst mini is perfect if you're working on a budget.

Being By Sanctuary Bauble £6: Being By Sanctuary isn't a brand I've tried a lot from but when I saw this cute cubes I knew I had to feature them. Coming in a range of scents, each cube is different and features different products from the range as a whole. Perfect for dipping your toe into a new brand.
Jack Wills English Velvet Body Butter Stocking Filler £5: A lot of the Jack Wills range this year is centered around the EnglishVelvet Scent. I did wonder what was so special but when I smelt it I understood the hype. If you like a thick, luxurious body butter then this is perfect and it smells divine.
Jack Wills Bag Of English Velvet Pods £6: To go alongside the body butter I thought this pods would be brilliant. Paired together the receiver of this gift would smell divine and feel ultra luxurious at the same time.

Real Techniques Mini Sculpting Brush £6: If you know a fan of miniatures and Real Techniques, these limited edition brushes are perfect. It comes in the Contour Brush, Sculpting Brush and more. Adorable to look at and perfect to pop in a stocking.
Real Techniques Mini Expert Face Brush £6: Like I said how can you resist these adorable Real Technique brushes. Not only are they cute but they're also travel friendly and the perfect accompaniment for those who live life on the go.
Nails Inc Sparkle All The Way Bauble £10:In the market for a luxurious looking bauble that doesn't break the bank then this duo from Nails Inc is perfect. Containing a limited edition nail polish and matching lip product, their perfect to add a little glam to someones look.

Declutter: Make Up

Back in June I started redoing my bedroom, moving furniture, purchasing new pieces and purging through god knows how many things I didn't need or want anymore. And the one I've been holding on to for longer than others is my make up and skincare. But alas it can not stay and I thought that I'd give you look at what I'm going to be getting rid of either because I don't want it anymore or because it's run out or gone out of date.

I thought I'd be throwing away more primers than this as I've been on a bit of a primer journey but there are only three. The first I'm getting rid of is the Miss Sporty Insta Glow Primer. This is horrendous. A pale peach shade this doesn't prime skin, allow foundation to apply nicely over top and contains glitter particles that cling and highlight the wrong areas of the face. The next is the PUR Correcting Primer. This was actually an okay primer but it's too silicone based for my skin type and didn't allow any base product to sit nicely over top. And the last primer I'm throwing away is the Maxfactor Facefinity Primer. It's a nice primer but it's been in my collection way to long and needs to be thrown away.

For foundation/base products I have a lot to dispose of. A lot of them are BB Creams because they are the one base product I buy with high hopes and always end up bitterly disappointed. All the BB Creams you see are going because they don't match me. Either they come out of the tube darker than expected or they come out the same shade as my skin but oxidise horribly on my skin after a while. The B BB Cream is one of the better ones but it still doesn't look good after a few hours. The Loreal Nude Eau De Teint is a stunning lightweight foundation but is now too dark for me as I've stopped sunbathing a few years ago and am embracing the pale. The Maybelline Better Skin used to match my skin beautifully but it's been in my collection for a few years now and is now too pink toned for my yellow undertone skin. The Maxfactor Facefinity Foundation is just really old now and is too gross to put anywhere near my face. It's a lovely foundation and perfect for those who enjoy a light to medium coverage. And the same stands for the Bourjois CC Cream. I love this stuff and how it leaves my skin looking but it's been open way too long and I don't think it's sanitary to put anywhere near my face.

I don't do colour correcting so having these four MUA Pro Base Colour Correcting Creams sat gathering dust in my collection is a waste. I have literally only swatched these on the back of my hand and then put them in a draw and forgotten about them. Don't worry though, these aren't going in the bin, I'm going to offer them to my friends and family first to see if anyone wants them. And then I'm ridding myself of the Barry M Light Reflecting Concealer. I've had this for too long and it doesn't look very good in the tube. It's lightweight, light reflecting and doesn't contain a ton of glitter so I'm sad to see this go but for hygiene reasons I think it' best.

Powder time and there are just a few I'm getting rid of. Ones such as the MUA Pro Base Powder, Collection Sheer Loose Powder and the Boujois Healthy Balance are going because they've been sitting in my collection for far too long. The MUA Pressed Powder and the Maybelline Matte Maker are not horrendous powders but on my fairer skin it can oxidise on my skin. The Healthy Balance is a good powder but does have a tendency to shatter if dropped and when it gets to the end of it's life it can break easily which is why I'm throwing it away now before it ends up all over my carpet.

I did a cull of my setting sprays a little while ago but missed this one from MUA. It's nice but it doesn't wow me, unlike the Maybelline SuperStay Setting Spray or the Collection Fixing Mist. It has a lightweight spray that doesn't mess up make up or leave those horrid white dots everywhere like some setting sprays can. It's budget friendly as well but that said there are still better ones on the market that don't cost much more.

Before I started getting my eyebrows tinted I used to fill them in and one of my favourite products was the Sleek Eyebrow Pencil. Now though I don't need it and had actually forgotten that this was sitting in the bottom of my collection. The spoolie on the end is gross to look at and whilst there is still some pencil left I think it's been too long for me to finish it off without it being gross and highly unsanitary.

Mascara is something I have a tendency to hoard. For example I have about five on the go right now and will probably end up buying another one when I'm shopping this weekend. However there are six I will be saying goodbye because their either disappointing or they've dried up and need replacing. The Loreal Miss Manga Punky, Revlon Volume+Length and the Rimmel Scandaleyes Xtreme are going because they are just awful. The brushes leave a lot to be desired and the formula's aren't much better. The Barry M Showgirl Volume, Loreal Volume Million Lashes Feline and Rimmel Wonder'Full are brilliant and definitely on my repurchase list. They all have excellent brushes and their formula's whilst aren't the best of the best, they are some of the better ones on the market. They've all unfortunately dried up but I managed to get a really good amount of use out of each of them, something which is surprising considering how many mascaras I can have on the go at once.

Out of everything in this declutter there are only a few products I'd happily repurchase or even think about repurchasing. Out of the bases I'd happily repurchase the Bourjois CC Cream and the Maxfactor Facefinity, both have good coverage and give a skin like finish whilst still covering where it needs to. If they still sold the Loreal Eau De Teint I'd probably repurchase it but in a lighter shade as it's coverage and feel were amazing on the skin. Apart from that I'd probably only repurchase the three mascaras that I used to the point of drying out. All three do amazing things to my lashes and when they were usuable I found myself reaching for them constantly. Apart from those particular products I don't think I'd buy any of the others again. They didn't work for me but that doesn't mean that they won't work for you though, make up is always about personal preference.

What I Got For Christmas

I hope you all had an amazing Christmas and that you are loads of good food, had quality time with family and got spoilt rotten. Today I thought I'd share with you what I was beyond lucky to recieve for Christmas. This is no way me bragging or showing off, I just love hearing what other people got for Christmas and thought that there may be some of you out there that would like to know what I got.

Civil War 2017 Calender
I'm a massive Marvel fan so when I saw this calender it automatically went of my Christmas list. I wasn't sure if I was getting it as my list was only rough ideas/suggestions but I was really happy when I opened this. There's something about changing a calender over every month that feels so organised and personally put together. This is definitely going to hang in my nerd corner with pride.

Pop! Marvel Collage Puzzle
Whilst we're talking Marvel and the somewhat non beauty related things I got this puzzle. I have quite a few of the POP! Marvel Figurines (again nerd corner) and when I saw this it just had to go on my list. This is going to be something for me to do when I'm at home trying to save some money instead of spending it on make up and skincare. I also really like the fact that it has quite a few female characters in it, something that is rare with Marvel merchandise.

Underworld Quadrilogy
I'm a sucker for big boxsets that I can binge watch in one go. And one I've been dying to get my hands on for a while is the Underworld Quadrilogy. This has the first four films in it and is the perfect binge watch in time for the new Underworld film coming out next month. Plus Kate Beckinsale looks like a total babe in all of them.

Little Mix Glory Days
I went old school when I added this to my list. Yes it's a physical CD, yes I know that I could have downloaded it but my mum needed another present idea and I thought this was a good one. Glory Day's is probably one of the best albums of 2016 for me and I can't say I've enjoyed an album this much since Carrie Underwood's Storyteller album. Power, Down and Dirty and Touch are just some of the brilliant girl power songs on here and are catchy enough that soon enough you'll be singing at the top of your lungs.

Yankee Candle Midsummer's Night Reed Diffuser
This came from my nan. I'm not the best with candles so she got me the next best thing. I love me a room diffuser, they always leave my room smelling divine no matter what time of the day. At the moment I have a Cinnamon one spreading Christmas Cheer throughout my bedroom but once it's gone I'm definitey going to be using this.

Christina Aguilera EDP 
This is such a throwback for me but it's still so good. I couldn't decide on a perfume I wanted this year until I stumbled across this in Debenhams. There's just something about this scent, no matter how corny, how old school it is that just pleases me greatly. This is the original fragrance and is perfect for wearing any time of the day.

Christina Aguilera By Night EDP
Aswell as the original scent I also recieved the deeper muskier By Night scent. This is perfect for evenings/nights out. These scents last ages on the skin and a little goes a long way. Definitely old school but brilliant all the same.

Stila Naturally Nude Liquid Lipstick Trio 
Last year I recieved the bold liquid lipstick trio from Stila and loved it so when I saw their nude trio this year I just had to add it to my list. It comes with their best selling shade Patina along with two nude limited edition shades. I haven't tried these yet but if they're anything like the last trio I know I'm going to love them.

Sleek Say The Magic Word Liquid Lipstick Set
Another liquid lipstick set I asked for and was lucky to recieve came from Sleek. I haven't tried any of their liquid lipsticks before so this set is perfect for giving them a go. There are four shades in here and whilst I haven't tried them I don't think there is a shade I'm not going to like.

Liz Earle Winter Glow Gift
I've really gotten into my Liz Earle skincare this year so when I saw these sets in Boots they just had to go on the list. This one is the Winter Glow set and has a trial size of their Radiance Boosting Mask inside. I like that this are small enough to be able to test but not that small they're not worth the money. If they're anything like the other Liz Earle skincare I've tried I'm sure I'm going to love them.

Liz Earle Winter Nourishment Set
Along with the Winter Glow Gift I recieved the Winter Nourishment Gift. This is the same premise as the one above except this has a hydrating/nourishing mask inside. My lovely nan brought these for me even though she got confused at what she was looking for.

Pixi Best Of Bright Set
This came from my best friend Lee-Ann. She knows how much I like skincare so surprised me with this Pixi set. It's funny I'd only looked at it myself a couple weeks before but hadn't brought it. Inside you get a tube of Glow Mud Cleanser, a bottle of Glow Tonic and a tube of the Glow Mud Mask. I already love Glow Tonic but think this is a fantastic way to try out a couple more skincare products I've had my eye on.

Rosie For Autograph EDP Coffret Set
Also from Lee-Ann I recieved this Rosie For Autograph set. She knows how much I love Rosie H-W and her range with M&S so thought she'd treat me to this. Inside I got a 30ml bottle of the original edp, a candle and a 100ml body lotion both in the same original rose scent. I'm saving this until I've used up my exsisting bottle of EDP and then I'll crack this open.

And the last present I recieved was from my best friend, my sister from another mister Jasmin. And boy did she spoil me. I've been dying for a bottle of Gucci Bamboo since it came out but because it was too pricey I didn't buy one myself and didn't like asking for one. This year I did ask though and was told no because it was too expensive until I opened Jasmin's present and was shocked to find a Gucci Bamboo Gift Set. Inside there is a 30ml bottle of EDP and a body lotion. I was so shocked at Jasmin's generousity that I could have cried when I opened it. I'm so grateful and thankful for this present and for having a best friend like Jasmin.

Christmas Gift Guide: Under £10

Santa Claus Is Coming To Town! Well not yet but soon enough Christmas will be upon us before we know it. And of course with brands bringing out tons of new products every year it can get pretty mind boggling when shopping for presents. So like I did last year I've put together some Christmas Gift Guides that'll help you pick that perfect gift or find that something you've been meaning to ask for. Today I'm starting with everything under £10 which make both perfect stocking fillers or Secret Santa presents.

Soap And Glory Simply The Zest £10
Soap and Glory always have some of the best gift sets on the market and they never break the bank. This Simply the Zest one is a perfect example of that. In this adorable retro vibed tin you recieve four travel sized products and a bath puff all in the gorgeous Sugar Crush Scent. Containing a 75ml Body Wash, 50ml Body Scrub, 50ml Body Butter and 50ml Hand Food this set makes the perfect gift for ladies who travel a lot.

No7 Glamourous Nude Eyes Palette £10
This stunning No7 Palette is brilliant for all the beauty junkies out there. It contains eight shades, in a mixture of matte and shimmer finishes and comes with a double ended brush as well. It's super festive, girly and glittery packaging is indulgence at it's best and it's a steal aswell. At only £10 this is looks a lot pricier than it is and has a look to it that rivals it's higher end competitors.

 Sleek Say The Magic Word Mini Matte Me Lip Set £5
Lipstick fans keep your eyes out for this gift set from Sleek. They've released a mini matte me set which contains four of their stunning liquid lipstick shades. The set includes the shades Old Hollywood, Velvet Slipper, Birthday Suit and Rioja Red. This adorable miniature set comes in at only £5 which is the same price as one full sized Matte Me Lipstick. This is perfect for liquid lipstick lovers who are always looking for the best formula.

 Face Compact by Sam And Nic Chapman £8.99
For those who love a good coffee table book or are addicted to beauty bibles then Face from Sam and Nic Chapman will be right up their street. This is a more compact version of their recently released book Face which details make up, tools and beauty in general brilliantly. The full sized book retails at £20 but if you're looking for a budget friendly option then the compacy version is brilliant.

Starbucks Festive Mug with Chocolate Coin £8
For all the mug lovers out there, there is nothing nicer than recieving a festive Starbucks mug in your stocking or under your tree. With it's adorable candy cane handle and sparkling gold details this mug screams Festive whilst also being subtle and just shy of being over the top. And it's a significant amount cheaper than a festive mug picked up from an actual Starbucks store. Plus it comes with a giant gold coin which will be enjoyed by all ages, because who can't resist a gold coin at Christmas.

None of these catch your eye? Check out my other gift ideas here.

Lip Product Week: Day One- Sleek Matte Lipstick

Last year I did a week in August dedicated to lip products. If you were reading the blog back then, you may have seen it. If you are new and don't know what Lip Product Week is, it's basically a week where I review various lip products all from different brands and with different price ranges. It was such a hit last year I couldn't help but plan another week this year and to kick it off I'll be starting with the budget friendly brand Sleek. 

I'd looked at Sleek lipsticks for a while but never brought one and when I was looking for products to try for this week I thought what a better time to bite the bullet and buy one. I have the shade Russiann Roulette a very deep blue toned red. It reminds me a lot of Russian Red from MAC and when compared the two look very similar. If you've had your eye on Russian Red for a while but can't justify the price tag then definitely have a look at this shade instead. It's a third of the price and practically the same shade.

It's a matte finish lipstick, one of a few in the collection. It feels ever so dry as you apply it to the lips, dragging slightly when you start off. However once that inital swipe is over with it does steadily get creamier as you apply it. It can look patchy on the lips because of the intial dryness but if you blot it off lightly with your finger then reapply then you'll have a highly pigmented opaque colour. It's a stunning shade of lipstick that'll suit a variety of skintones but especially ladies of a fairer tone. The colour has that tone to it that reminds me a lot of pin up girls and ladies from the forties. Definitely a brilliant choice if you're doing a vintage inspired make up look.

When it comes to wear this is ever so slightly drying on the lips but I think a lot of it depends on the condition of your lips beforehand. You can touch this up and reapply without it zapping all the moisture from your lips. It's definitely a lipstick you won't be in a rush to take off when you get home. And when it comes to transfer it's only a little bit that moves, mainly from the centre of the lips. It's bullet is easy to use and I personally like to use the edges to line my lips before using the flat side to fill them in completely.

If you're looking for a good red lipstick on a budget then I'd recommend checkng this one out. It's pigmented, comfortable to wear and that perfect classic red shade that suits everyone. And the best bit, it's only £4.99.

Have you tried this before? Did you like it? Do you have shade recommendations? Let me know in the comments.