Monthly Favourites: June

 

June has finally come to an end. For me this month has dragged slightly and I haven't discovered many new products that I've been obsessed with. However there are several non beauty favourites that I've not been able to put down or stop listening to so it balances it out well.

The only new product I discovered this month comes from B. Their newly released Camomile Facial Spritz is a brilliant dupe for the Liz Earle Instant Skin Tonic Booster. It's combined blend of Camomile, Rose and Plum, this has worked wonders at soothing, toning and refreshing my skin without breaking me out or irritating my skin like other facial spritzes have. I've used quite a fair amount already since I brought it but I've been using this every day both before moisturiser and mixed in with my primer. I've barely reached for my Liz Earle since I brought it and that's saying something, considering it's like a holy grail product for me.

Now most of the beauty products I've loved this month have been rediscoveries starting with this Make Up Revolution Setting Spray. I rediscovered it when I had a make up shake up and I've been totally blown away by how well it keeps my make up in place. I remember my first impressions being less than impressed but trying it again now and I'm actually astounded by how it's improved the longevity of my make up. And I'm not just talking a couple more hours, I'm talking a good four or five hours more, including going to work where I have absolutely no air con and humidity is always horrendous. This is the last step of my routine every morning and I can't see myself reaching for another setting spray any time soon.

My second rediscovey of the month is an eye gel that I used on and off for a couple of months and then forgot about. However with the weather warmer up and it getting a little harder to sleep at night, I've found this Optimum Phytoenergise Refreshing Eye Gel. It's a caffeine infused formula that helps to depuff the under eye area and minimise any look of fatigue. It's got a cooling rollerball that really helps cool the under eye area down and makes me feel ten times more human in the morning. And for the days when I've been absolutely shattered, I've been popping it in the fridge for five minutes to make it even colder and refreshing when I apply it.

This month I've really gotten back into the routine of moisturising my body as well as my face. I'm really lazy when it comes to moisturising my body but with Summer making itself known, I thought I'd try and get into a routine so my skin looks at least a bit better when I'm in camisoles and t-shirts. And for the I rediscovered the Soap And Glory Sugar Crush Body Buttercream. First off it smells absolutely divine and secondly it's done wonders for my skin. It's a body butter so it's thicker and doesn't really work as well during the day as it does at night. So every night before I go to bed I slather my arms and legs in this and leave it to soak in as I sleep. And boy does my skin feel soft the next morning. I'm so glad I kicked my ass into a routine as the skin on my arms has never looked better and feels so much softer to the touch.

Recently I've become obsessed with backpacks. I can't get enough of them and it's all I want to buy when browsing online or out shopping. And my only style favourite for this month is this gorgeous bee embellished backpack from Primark. It doesn't look too small against my frame and is the perfect size for carrying my essentials when I'm out and about. It's even great for carrying a ton of cinema snacks which ties is nicely with my next favourite. However at only £10 from Primark, I couldn't resist picking this up and adding it to what I can see be a rapidly expanding collection.

Tying in nicely from last favourite is my favourite film of June. Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom was the perfect sequel to 2015's Jurassic World. It was made up of so many different elements that brought a variation of emotions to the audience viewing experience. I found certain parts sad and found myself tearing up whilst others parts had me laughing out loud and several moments during the final showdown had me holding my breath. The acting was superb, with the cast bringing even more depth and development to their characters. My personal favourite had to be Bryce Dallas Howard's portrayal of Clare Dearing. In Jurassic World she was more detached, almost clinical in her approach and outlook on life but in Fallen Kingdom she has done almost an complete 180 and is portrayed as being more thoughtful, more caring and determined to do right by the inhabitants of Isla Nublar. And the strong badass strength she showed at the end of Jurassic World has also been continued and developed into Fallen Kingdom. And whilst she wasn't at the forefront of the action like Chris Pratt's character, she still held her own and was more than a pretty love interest who clings helplessly to the strong male main character.

There are two album favourites this month which is normally unheard of from me but June has been a very musical month for me and I can't get enough of both of these albums. The first comes from Laurence Fox. I randomly discovered some of his music on Spotify at the beginning of the month and after listening to a few songs was hooked. Holding Patterns, his full length album has a ton of amazing songs all with a slightly melancholy feel to them but also a humilty to them that not only connects a listener to the song but shows a lot of Fox himself. My favourites are Gunfight, Shelter, The Best Mistake and The Great Unknown. They're an easy listen that you can easily have on repeat whilst doing housework or in my case post writing. It's been the only album I've listened to when I've been out and about and that's saying something considering you can never usually get me to stray from Johnny Strong's albums when I'm out and about.

And the other music favourite this month comes from an artist I've loved since I was probably about eight years old and in my eyes is an absolute vocal queen. Christina Aguilera released her new album called Liberation this month and I was hooked the moment I heard the opening beat. It's a different sound to what I remember her having but it's bloody amazing and has a great mixture of upbeat numbers which you can easily dance to as well as slower, meaningful ballads with several powerful, female empowering interludes. My favourites have to be Maria, Think Twice, Deserve, Masochist and Fall In Line. They all take me back to Christina's Back To Basics times and I've seriously loved blasting this when I'm baking or doing housework as it really gives me that energy boost to get everything done.

ASOS Wishlist

I love to spend hours browsing on ASOS but have surprisingly never made an order. However on a recent window shopping expedition I found quite a few bits that caught my eye and made it onto my To Buy/ASOS Wishlist. And with that I thought I could share with you what has recently caught my eye on ASOS and what I'm likely to buy in the upcoming weeks to update my Spring/Summer wardrobe.

ASOS 90s Metal Round Sunglasses In Gold £12
The first thing on my wishlist is a pair of sunglasses. I've been looking for ages for a pair of dupes for the gold framed Ray Bans that everybody seems to own. And I've finally found some on ASOS. These aren't an exact dupe but they are the closest that I can that actually have a rounded frame and no overly reflective lenses. Their lenses aren't as dark as the Ray Bans pair but for £12 you don't mind if they're not an exact dupe. Think I'll have to add these to my sunglasses collection sooner rather than later.

Kingsley Ryan Sterling Silver Moon And Stars Stud Earrings Set £10
If you follow me on Instagram you may know I have multiple lobe piercings alongside a dozen other ear piercings. And usually I find it difficult to find earring that would look nicer in my second, third or fourth hole. However ASOS seem to be onto a winner with a lot of their earrings and this trio set is the first of a few that I've got in my wishlist. This trio are all made of Sterling Silver and all look small enough to sit comfortable in a standard lobe piercing as well as higher up in the ear. And £10 for all three isn't bad when you can sometimes pay that or more for just one pair on its own.

Kingsley Ryan Sterling Silver 14mm Wire Wrap Earrings £7 
Whilst we're subject of the perfect earring for higher up the ear, I absolutely adore these Kingsley Ryan Wire Hoops. They're a 14mm diameter which isn't as big as it sounds and would make them sit perfectly in my second or third hole. And the little design along the hoop would just add a little something to my otherwise boring ears. And for Sterling Silver I don't mind paying a little extra as I know they're going to both last and not irritate my ears.

ASOS Hand Stud Earrings £4
The next pair of earrings that caught my eye was this pair of hand shaped studs. These are the kind of stand out stud I like to wear in my first lobe hole as they draw the attention down from my other more prominent piercings. These are more likely a gold plated metal than anything else so are likely to lose their colour and tarnish quickly, but for £4 you can't expect a lot more and these are just quirky enough for my taste.

ASOS DESIGN Sterling Silver Scorpion Stud Earrings £8
Now these are not going to be to everyone's taste but I loved them as soon as I saw them. These Sterling Silver Scorpion earrings are again the sort of thing I'd pop into my first hole to break up the row of studs I normally wear. Again their Sterling Silver so you're guaranteed a lot of wear out of these without irritation and being a Scorpio, I thought they would suit me perfectly.

ASOS DESIGN Felon Leather Flat Sandals £16
Every Spring/Summer I say I'm going to buy some new sandals and I never do. But this year I'm determined to not only buy some new sandals but to step out of my comfort zone slightly. And that's when I found this gorgeous pair of Leopard print sandals. What I liked the most about them apart from the design is that they have no toe post so no worries of rubbing but also that they were a thin strap so they don't look to heavy or clunky on the feet. I can already picture these paired with some shorts and a white t-shirt for that perfect casual summer look.

ASOS FIBBING Studded Flat Sandals £14
When I saw this next pair of sandals I very nearly brought them right there and then but somehow managed to stop myself. But worry not, these will be mine very soon. They're a very similar design to the previous pair with a thin strap and no toe post but these are black studded whereas the other pair were leopard print. Again these paired with shorts and a t-shirt of some kind (I'm thinking a band tee of some kind) would be the perfect casual comfy summer look.

ASOS DESIGN Flattered Wide Fit Leather Plaited T-Bar Flat Sandals £18
And the last pair of sandals I've got my eye are these gorgeous tan plaited style sandals. The front of them is giving me slight YSL slider vibes but these are an actual sandal. With a intricate plaited detail that curls around the foot and holds onto the back, these show of the inner foot without being like a flip flop or slider. And the tan shade would work perfectly with a host of colours. I think that once I've added these to my collection, these will become my holy grail Summer sandal.

Primark Haul

         

Spring/Summer clothing is all over the high street right now and Primark has some good pieces at an affordable price. So today I thought I'd share with you a few things that I've picked up after the last few weeks. Now I've mostly picked up a few basics but they've been bits I feel are missing from my wardrobe and that'll not only take me through Spring/Summer but also through the whole year. 

                       

Dark Grey Basic Tee £3

Now I know this very basic but I was missing a grey t-shirt that wasn't too light or that had a v-neck. And this is perfect. It's a very lightweight material that doesn't cling anywhere that I don't want it to. The round neck isn't too low cut but is enough to just give the shirt some more shape. And the colour is flattering both on my figure and with my skin tone. And the best bit, it only cost £3. 

                              

Basic Striped Tee £3 

So I loved the dark grey t-shirt that much I went and brought the striped version as well. It's made of the same material, it fits the same way and is exactly what I've been looking for for ages. I love how this looks paired with black jeans, a simple hoodie and some slip ons. And again it was only £3. 

                        

Striped Canvas Slip Ons £8 

Let's move onto shoes and I have more shoes than clothes in is haul which is something I didn't think I'd ever have as I'm not a big shoes girl but am clearly having a moment right now. And these slip on shoes just screamed out to me when I saw them. Now I know these won't be to everyone's taste but I really like them. Now I'm not sure if they're a white material with blue stripes or blue material with white stripes. And that's just what they are material, inside and out. Not perfect for rainy days but when that warmer weather finally breaks through these are going to be perfect. I can see them paired with any wash of jeans and a white t-shirt with massive sunglasses and minimal make up. 

                         

Ankle Strap Low Block Sandal in Lemon £10 

Now if you know me personally then you'll know that I'm not the biggest fan of colour in my wardrobe. I tend to rotate grey, white and black with a hint of khaki thrown in but when I saw this next pair of shoes on their website, I just had to have them. And us they are a bright colour but it's why I loved them as soon as I saw them. Me and my mum have a couple of nights out coming up and I thought these would be perfect. They are perfect for dressing up an outfit without being too much and the low block heel means that they'll hopefully be more comfortable than other heels I've worn. 

                           

Ankle Strap Low Block Heel in Black £10 

And I liked them that much I brought them in a very practical black as well. I can see these working well with black jeans or even a pair of black culottes for dinner out with Jasmin or Lauren. And at £10 a pop I couldn't resist them in my basket. They also have them in blush pink which I'm so tempted to buy but I know I won't get as much wear out of them as the other two colours. 

                          

Wire Framed Dark Tint Sunglasses £3 

I'm a sunglasses hoarder, it's that bad that Jasmin has to keep a watchful eye on me because I could easily buy four or five pairs in on trip. And I like Primark's as they inexpensive and perfect for those fashion pieces that are more than likely only going to be on trend this year. Now these aren't the usual style I'd go for but I really like how they sit on my face without being too bug like or overpowering. And at £3 I don't mind if they only last me this year or are replaced by a new style next year. 

                           

Hydro Gel Sheet Mask £2/ Sunflower Under Eye Patches £1 

Last week I showed you some sheet masks I picked up from Primark and when I popped in again this weekend I brought another sheet mask and another pack of the Sunflower Under Eye Patches. I didn't intend to buy the sheet mask but when I saw that it contained mint I was intrigued and figured I'd give it a go. And the under eye patches are a statement part of my skincare collection and I always like to have a pack or two for those morning after a late night TV binge. 

                           

Genie Cushion £6 

Primark have recently released a Aladdin homeware range and I need as much of it as I can physically get my hands on.  I've been a huge fan of Aladdin for pretty much my entire life and struggle to find any decent merchandise in my town so getting this cushion and anything else Primark have to offer is a win in my book. Starting with this cushion. Shaped like the Genie's face, this super soft cushion is the perfect addition my ever growing cushion collection. I won't be using him to rest my head, he'll be purely for decoration. But make sure you get to Primark quick if you want one, their like gold dust at the moment.

                           

Aladdin Magic Lamp Money Box £8 

And the other bit I've managed to get my hands on is the money box. I have the Mrs Potts money box but she doesn't hold a lot so this was released just in time. He sits with pride of place next to my picture of Percy on my Disney shelf. They also had a tea pot but I have no where to put him, having already had trouble finding a home for the Mrs Potts teapot that Primark released around Christmas. 

Clothing Wishlist

 

Every few months I go through a phase where I want to throw away all my clothes and create a whole new wardrobe from scratch. And right now that urge is very strong, especially with all the new Spring releases seen throughout every store. So today I thought I'd share with you a few pieces that I've got my eye on and that may be joining my wardrobe after pay day.

 NASA Printed Hoodie- H&M £19.99
The first thing I've got my eye on is this white NASA hoodie. I spotted it a couple weeks back when I was shopping with Jasmin and instantly fell in love. Sure it's just a simple hoodie but it's uber soft to the touch and is something I feel like I'm missing in my wardrobe. And lately I've loved nothing more than wearing a oversized hoodie with jeans and converse or a casual slip on shoe. Now it's a little more than what I normally like to pay for my hoodies but the feel and quality of it when you see it in person makes it totally worth it's price tag.

Three Stand Necklace- H&M £6.99
Now I'm not usually one for accesories but yet again when I saw this in H&M, I was instantly drawn to it. It was shown on a bust as part of an accesories display and something about it caught my eye. It's a three layer necklace but only one clasp, a lot easier than wearing three seperate necklaces. And again I was surprised to see that I preferred it in gold than I did the silver when I normally only wear silver jewellery. This paired with a plain t-shirt, jeans, ankle boots and maybe even a leather jacket would look stunning and would be the perfect causal yet still stylish outfit.

Boohoo Moon Print Long Sleeved T-Shirt- £20
Boohoo wasn't a website I shopped from until recently but now I can't get enough. And at the moment, they have so many gorgeous t-shirts and jumpers which to a lot of people would look basic but to me are the easiest way to create an outfit. And this oversized long sleeved t-shirt with constellation print down the sleeves is one of them. I normally wouldn't go for something with a print down the sleeves like this but there's something about this top I'm drawn to and can easily see it paired with a pair of jeans and converse or some ankle boots for a relaxed vibe/outfit.

Blue Light Wash Short Denim Dungarees- New Look £25.99
One thing I want to add to my wardrobe every year and never do is a pair of dungarees. I think a pair of dungarees paired with a t-shirt and some converse is a simple yet stylish and comfortable outfit, especially through the Summer. And every year I say I'm going to get myself a pair and I never do. But this year is different and this pair from New Look is exactly the kind I'm looking for. They do these in a darker wash as well but I prefer them in the lighter wash, especially for the warmer months as it's going to keep that little bit cooler.

Grey Embrodied Lucky T-Shirt- New Look £8.99
And something that would accompany the dungarees perfectly is this grey t-shirt with lucky embrodied in red thread. There's a lot of t-shirts like this about at the moment with tons of different fonts, messages and slogans. A lot of them aren't very different to this one but I liked the colour combination of this one and think paired with some jeans and some converse or ankle boot would make a nice look that's relaxed but still looks like you've made an effort.

Orange Cross Body Satchel- New Look £17.99
And the last item on this wishlist is a bag that gives me slight Chloe vibes but is unique in it's own right. This cross body satchel from New Look is very bright but is perfect for being a standalone pop of colour in a look. It's not too large but still substantial enough to fit your everyday essentials in. And the silver hoop that is a faux edition to the fastening of the bag reminds me a lot of the Chloe Faye bag, a bag I've been ogling at for a while. And at £17.99 it's not to expensive but it's also not going to break as soon as you use it.

Top 5: Christmas Jumpers

Everywhere you look at the moment, there are Christmas jumpers. Cheesy, light up, classy, understated and just downright gaudy, I love them all. However with so many to choose from, I thought it best to whittle it down to my favourite five that I've seen around.

Black Gingerbread Fairisle Knit Christmas Jumper £15.99
The first jumper that has caught my eye this year is this adorable gingerbread man jumper from New Look. It's everything I'd personally look for in a Christmas jumper. It has gingerbread men, candy canes and a seasonal greeting, what else could you ask for in a Christms jumper? It's one of the most tasteful jumpers out there and comes in at a good price, even if you only wear it this festive season. I'm definitely going to see if I can get my hands on it when I'm in New Look next.

Mickey Mouse Christmas Jumper £14
This next jumper I already own and am planning on breaking out this weekend. From Primark, this jumper is brilliant quality for it's price. Thick but not too heavy, knitted but not itchy, this jumper will keep you cosy whilst giving you that festive feeling. And it's an added bonus if you're a fan of Disney. I wasn't actually going to buy a Christmas jumper this year until I saw this one. All of the ones Primark had released were either a weird material or sat too short on the body. I'm a lady with a bigger bust and this fits that as well as finishing just under my bum so that everything that I want is covered. If you've been struggling to find a jumper in Primark go for this one or look for one that's a little heavier in material, I find those are the ones that sit well.

 Boohoo Ivy Filthy Animal Christmas Jumper £18
It wouldn't be a Christmas jumper post without featuring a Home Alone jumper. And Boohoo have brilliant one. Coming in at £18 their Ivy Filthy Animal Jumper comes in either red or black and is available up to a size 22. If you're a fan of Home Alone this jumper would be perfect for you. Whilst I like the Home Alone films, I think I'll be giving this jumper a miss and will probably get the pj set Primark are selling at the moment.

 ASOS Christmas Jumper With Let's Make Out Slogan £22
If you're looking for a cheekier style Christmas jumper this one from ASOS is perfect. With a sprig of mistletoe and a cheeky Let's Make Out slogan, this lightweight looking jumper would definitely garner you a few looks. It's a little pricier than some of the others featured but like everything from ASOS, you're paying for a good quality that could last you more than just one Christmas. I'd hurry if this catches your interest, there weren't many left when I last looked.

Primark Santa Baby Jumper £12
And the last jumper is another I acutally own. When I saw it in Primark, I knew I just had to get it. Coming in at £12, this is the least expensive of the lot but is good quality for it's price. Thick but not too thick, knitted but now itchy, this jumper is just the right amount of understated and cheese combined. I get to wear a Christmas jumper to work during the lead up to Christmas and I think this is going to be my go to choice out of them all.

Top 5 Non-Beauty Favourites Of 2017 So Far

Pinterest
Fast And Furious 8
Beauty And The Beast
Wonder Woman
Handbag

Last week I shared with you my Top 5 Beauty Favourites of 2017 So Far and thought it only fair I share with you, my Top 5 Non Beauty Favourites Of 2017 So Far.

 My first non beauty favourite has to be Pinterest. I can lose hours on it, scrolling through baking recipes/ideas, fashion ideas, tattoos, piercings and cute kitten pics. I am literally obsessed with it and will go on there to have a 'quick' browse and still be there a good half an hour or more later.

My next non beauty favourite so far this year has to be Beauty And The Beast. From the moment I saw the final trailer I just had to go and see it. I drove my mum mad singing the soundtrack repeatedly on the countdown to seeing it and even as I write this I'm singing Belle in my head. Emma Watson, Dan Stevens, Luke Evans and Josh Gad are absolutely amazing and really captured the essence of the original animated characters whilst simultaneously bringing something of their own to it. I can't wait for it to come out on DVD and know I'll be watching countless times when it does.

Another movie favourite of mine this year has to be Fast And Furious 8. Now a lot people said that they didn't enjoy this installment of the franchise but I thoroughly did. Sure I wasn't keen on the whole Dom has a kid storyline but I liked the idea of it being centered around bringing the family back as one, something that has been strong since Day One. I also really enjoyed the additions of Jason Statham and Scott Eastwood and I'm still looking forward to seeing what installment nine has in store for us.

And it wouldn't be a mid year favourites if I didn't mention one of the best movies to be released this year. I'm a Marvel girl at heart but when it was announced that Gal Gadot would be playing Wonder Woman I decided I could be a bit more lenient with my loyalties. And I'm glad I did. Wonder Woman not only is a brilliant, action packed, thrill ride that leaves you amazed by the end but also leaves you feeling empowered as a women and makes you feel like you can do anything. I left the cinema with such a girl power rush it seemed unreal. I loved it and can't wait to see Gal as Diana Prince in Justice League which comes out on my birthday later in the year.

And my last favourite so far this year has to be my bargain handbag from Primark. I'd spent ages looking for a Chloe-esque dupe but couldn't find any that were remotely the same or the right size. Until I saw this in Primark one day. Sure it's not exactly a Chloe dupe but it's structure and style reminds me a lot of  the Chloe and other designers styles I've seen. It's so spacious but not overly clunky or cumbersome. It's a leather like material around the base of the bag and the closing flap is more suede in feel. It gives it a more expensive feel and really adds a little something to an outfit.

Monthly Favourites: May

 

When it comes to Monthly Favourites there are some months that absolutely fly by and I can never remember any of the products I've been loving at all. This month however has dragged a bit so I was able to gather my favourites without worrying I'd forgotten one.

My first favourite of the month are these Naturally Radiant Glycolic Cleansing Pads.These are pre soaked pads that work to cleanse and exfoliate the skin. The Glycolic Acid and Fruit Acid formula works to loosen and remove dead skin cells. Normally I would use the Nip and Fab version in the light blue packaging but I've found these had been more effective and my skin has seen more results from these. These are perfect in the morning for tightening skin before make up application or as an exfoliating toner type product in the evenings.

An old favourite of mine that I rediscovered this month is the Loreal Micellar Water. It's the only micellar water I've tried that didn't break me out instantaneously and I've tried a few. It's more water than anything and works to really clean deep into pores and remove all impurities from the skin. I've really enjoyed using this after I've taken my make up off to just refresh and soothe my skin and even though it doesn't claim to hydrate the skin there's something in there that just leaves my skin feeling hydrated after every use.

Another product I've enjoyed for refreshing and soothing my skin this month is the La Roche Posay Thermal Spring Water. I've never tried anything from La Roche Posay before and thought this would be a good product to test the waters with. I absolutely love it, it leaves my skin feeling hydrated, refreshed and soothed but not drenched or dripping wet. This has been perfect over the last week or so to refresh my skin whilst I'm at work as it's been humid as hell and we have no air con. Definitely a product I'm going to pick up in a larger size next time I'm in Boots.

A product I initially put into my disappointed products post ages ago was this Neutrogena Hydro Boost Exfoliator. However I picked up again this month and absolutely adore this. This is a gel exfoliator that isn't too harsh or drying on the skin and that's because it contains Hyaluronic Acid that locks in any moisture your skin already has. This has left my skin feeling and looking less textured and softer than any other scrub I have tried recently. It just proves that you can't always judge a product but one initial use.

A set of under eye patches I've been obsessed with this month comes from Rodial. Their Dragon's Blood Eye Masks have really worked wonders on my under eye area. I've been enjoying using these on days where my eyes look their worst and the results are amazing. My eyes don't look as puffy, the skin under the looks smoother and my dark circles look diminished. They are on the slightly pricier side of things but when the results are as good as they have been I don't mind paying out a little extra.

A moisturiser that I haven't used constantly used this month but have thoroughly enjoyed each time I have used it comes from Liz Earle. Their SuperSkin Moisturiser has been perfect for days when my skin has felt that bit drier and needed a little more TLC. Containing Cranberry and Rosehip Seed Oil, this soothes my skin whilst hydrating it in small bursts over a long period of time. I only have a small sample size I recieved at a Liz Earle event but I will definitely be purchasing a full sized pot when this runs out.

There have been a couple of new releases from Barry M this month that I've absolutely loved. The first is their new Lash Saver Volumising and Growth Accelerating Lash Primer. This is a white lash primer that can be worn under mascara to help condition and accelerate the growth of your lashes. I've not only been enjoying this because it's really helped the condition of my lashes but also helped prolong the wear of my mascara. Normally my lashes droop and fall flat but since I've been using this under my mascara my curl seems to last longer and if they look like their drooping I can push them back up into a curl. A full review is coming soon.

And the second new release from Barry M that I've been enjoying this month is their Ready Set Smooth Loose Setting Powder. This is a fine loose powder that is translucent in colour and is perfect for both under the eyes and around the rest of the face. It absorbs oil and helps combat shine without leaving skin looking to powdery or unnatural looking. It really helps prolong the wear of the concealer under my eyes without it looking caking or full of creases. There is no flashback with this powder so is perfect for prolonging make up especially for big events. A full review will be up soon.

The only non beauty favourite I have this month is these sunglasses from Primark. These sunglasses remind me a lot of the Celine Tilda Sunglasses but are not exact replica's and only cost a fraction of the price. As the weather has turned warmer and the pollen count has risen I've found myself reaching for these a lot more than my other sunglasses, their oversized, cover most of my face and actually protect my eyes from any irritations as well as the glare of the sun when we've seen it. And my favourite part of them is that they only cost £3.