Smashbox Be Legendary Triple Tone Lipstick in Sunset Ombre

Hi lovlies!

Ever wondered how beauty companies can make a lip lover (who has all the shades of lipstick you could imagine) buy more lipstick? This is how. Create 3 in 1 lipstick. Ombre lips. I mean, how can anybody resist lipstick this pretty?!

Smashbox Be Legendary Triple Tone Lipstick in Sunset Ombre

Although ombre lips isn't new thing I think Smashbox did a good job bringing back this trend. I like all the shades but loved Sunset Ombre the most.

Smashbox Be Legendary Triple Tone Lipstick in Sunset Ombre

I was a bit afraid that the application might be a bit frustrating as you need to turn the lipstick upside down to achieve ombre effect. However, I find it quite easy and I am pleased to repot that it works. The lipstick itself is quite moisturising despite being matte. Thumbs up.

Smashbox Be Legendary Triple Tone Lipstick in Sunset Ombre

Smashbox Be Legendary Triple Tone Lipstick in Sunset Ombre: swatch

In terms of lasting power it the ombre effect lasts for a couple of hours without drinking and eating, after that all colours just blend into one, which is bright blue pink (the type of pink that makes your teeth whiter).
So is it a keeper? Definitely! I want to buy more shades, can't wait to try the purple one! Love, A.x

Dolce & Gabbana 3 L'Impératrice Eau de Toilette

Hello beauties!
Today post is a bargain alert! Dolce & Gabbana 3 L'Impératrice Eau de Toilette is on sale at Boots and it's £28.66 for 100ml! I did own this perfume before and I used it all before so I need it was a good one!

Dolce & Gabbana 3 L'Impératrice Eau de Toilette

I normally don't post reviews of perfumes because it's hard to describe fragrance and whatever I like a smell or not is personal. However I think this Dolce & Gabbana one will appeal to most of you! It's perfect for end of summer nights, it's sweet and fruity but fresh - and very addictive! Go on and have a smell yourself :) Love, A. x

MAC Boldly Bare Lip Pencil & MAC Lipstick in Velvet Teddy

Hello beauties!
Last weekend my & my hubby went to York Designer Outlet and I couldn't resist popping into The Cosmetics Company Store, obvs... ;-) So I went into the MAC section and found this little beaut set... (it was about £22) - a true bargain!
The lip pencil is as Mac describes it a "dirty, red brown". It is your regular, ordinary, hard working lip pencil. I love layering lip products at the moment as I haven't been having time to top up at work except for after dinner so my lips need to stay on and look good thought the day. And this lip pencil does the job.

MAC Boldly Bare Lip Pencil & MAC Lipstick in Velvet Teddy

MAC Boldly Bare Lip Pencil & MAC Lipstick in Velvet Teddy

MAC Boldly Bare Lip Pencil & MAC Lipstick in Velvet Teddy

The lipstick in Velvet Teddy is described as a "deep tone beige". It's a matte shade but it is definitely not drying. Again, paired up with the lip pencil it stays on for a few hours before needing a touch up. This combo is definitely my favourite Monday lips set, when you need to really focus at work, not worry about lipstick on your teeth (hello red!) and look like you mean business! Love!
A, x

MAC Boldly Bare Lip Pencil & MAC Lipstick in Velvet Teddy

MAC Boldly Bare Lip Pencil & MAC Lipstick in Velvet Teddy

Clearance alert! Yes to Tomatoes Charcoal Paper Mask

Yes To Tomatoes Detoxifying Charcoal Paper Mask

Hi lovlies!
Just to let you know, Yes to Tomatoes Detoxifying Charcoal Paper Mask is on sale in Boots in store only. It's £2.99 on the Boots website here http://bit.ly/2usMHjX however it's 75p in store! I bought... all I could find. I had it before and really liked the way it worked  - it makes my skin feel refreshed and really moisturised. It does feel a bit tingly at first but after the tinging goes away it feels really nice on the skin. I use it once a week or more if required - it keeps my skin feel smooth and calm.
75p is such a bargain & I am so happy I've got a back up for the next few weeks :)
Love, A. x

Smashbox Be Legendary Power Pout Set

Lipstick set? Yes please! I saw it first online on Boots website and I knew it had to be mine! I am obsessed with lipsticks (as some of you may already know) so any opportunity to buy more than one - I am there! I knew they are good quality lipsticks, as always I looked as swatches online before I decided to purchase. 

Smashbox Be Legendary Power Pout Set: Audition, Famous, Stylist, Bing and Screen Queen.

The full size lipstick included in this set is called Audition (cream) and it's a lovely pinky nude - your perfect everyday nude, for sure. I know I will be using this one a lot. It's moisturising and feels nice on the lips. It's easy to apply no liner required however if you do want it to last a little bit longer I would definitely add one. 

Smashbox Be Legendary Power Pout Set: Audition, Famous, Stylist, Bing and Screen Queen.

Smashbox Be Legendary Power Pout Set: Audition, Famous, Stylist, Bing and Screen Queen.

Another cream lipstick in this set is Famous. Again, it's comfortable and moisturising however it's a little bit too peachy for my skin tone. But, I am sure it will look just as nice as Audition providing it will be paired with the right lip liner :)

The other three lipsticks are matte ones: Stylist, Bing and Screen Queen. Stylist is a gorgeous pinky coral shade, Bing is tomato red and Screen Queen is wine red. All intense and very pigmented colours. They stay on for ever and don't move. Happy happy happy :)

Love, A. x

Smashbox Be Legendary Power Pout Set: Audition, Famous, Stylist, Bing and Screen Queen.

Kiko sale purchases: Active Fluo lipstick & lipliner

Arthur Arbesser Active Fluo Neon Lip & Body Pencil and Neon Lipstick in Stronger Coral

I knew Kiko sale was on for a little while, however did not manage to order anything when it started online. I thought it is best to go in and swatch the products before buying anyway (I almost always search for swatches online, but sometimes they are hard to find for limited edition products). Unfortunately, the wasn't much choice in store - gutted!

What I did manage to pick was Arthur Arbesser Active Fluo Neon Lip & Body Pencil and Neon Lipstick in Stronger Coral. The lipstick did stand out for me from the rest - it is so bright!

What I am really impressed with is the lip liner! It stayed on till lunch time no problem (that's 5 hours since putting it on) - didn't budge or smudge at all (I've been drinking lots of water today - still no smudging!). It was really hard to remove from my lips after the food - I think it would have stayed on all day if it had to! 

Arthur Arbesser Active Fluo Neon Lip & Body Pencil and Neon Lipstick in Stronger Coral

Arthur Arbesser Active Fluo Neon Lip & Body Pencil and Neon Lipstick in Stronger Coral

Arthur Arbesser Active Fluo Neon Lip & Body Pencil and Neon Lipstick in Stronger Coral

The lipstick is not so long lasting however together with the lip liner they are a reliable set. The only downside is the dryness. When lip products are long lasting, they tend to be more matte and with that you get less moisture... you get the picture. So if you don't like feeling of dry lips I would probably look elsewhere. 

Overall, Arthur Arbesser Active Fluo Neon Lip & Body Pencil and Neon Lipstick in Stronger Coral is a nice set however it would not be my first choice when it comes to lip products due to the fact they are both so drying!

Also, the neon range products are supposed to be fluorescent when exposed to UV light - this is something I haven't tried yet! Let me know if you have? Love, A x

New In: NYX Professional Makeup lingerie shadow palette

NYX Professional Makeup lingerie shadow palette

 I've been lusting after this palette for a few weeks now and today I decided enough is enough and finally snapped it up (yeey!). I own two of their Lip Lingerie Liquid Lipsticks so it was only natural I would go for the Lingerie eyeshadow range. And I am glad that I did. The shades are pigmented, soft and buttery- can't wait to actually use them in the morning! I love all the colours! There was some fall out when swatching though - but it might be due to the fact I was using my fingers to swatch! I'll report back on their blending quality, ease of use and longevity -  I will leave a little update here. Edit: I can report back and now say that this palette is truly gorgeous and it does not fall out as much when used with brushes. The shades blend beautifully and they are so versatile. As much as staying power goes, the eyeshadow was still intact after 8 hours - bare in mind I use a Wet'n'Wild primer underneath to help prolong the longevity. Overall a really good purchase!

NYX Professional Makeup lingerie shadow palette

NYX Professional Makeup lingerie shadow palette

NYX Professional Makeup lingerie shadow palette

What do you think? Do you own this palette already? Let me know in the comments below!