Saturday 30 November 2013

Video tutorial: Golden Bronze Eye Make-up with Urban Decay Naked Palette



Watch my brand new video tutorial, which shows you how to create a sexy, shimmering golden eye make-up look that's perfect for the Christmas party season.

Let me know what you think to this video! I'm still quite new to this, so any feedback would be really appreciated. And if there's a look that you'd love to see then please let me know by commenting below xx


Tuesday 26 November 2013

MAC Amplified Lipstick in Impassioned

MAC Cosmetics Amplified Lipstick in Impassioned, £15

Unfortunately for my bank balance, there's a MAC store just ten minutes from my office, so a lunch-break jaunt is practically obligatory. I spend SO much time agonising over their selection of lipsticks... 

This punchy bubblegum pink is the newest addition to my lippy collection, and I think I'm a bit in love. Such a gorgeous statement shade. It comes in the Amplified range from MAC, so the colour is intense with a glossy finish. 

What's you favourite MAC lip shade? Let me know by commenting below xx

Festive Sparkle: How-To Makeup Tutorial on Yahoo!

Festive Sparkle: How-To Makeup Tutorial on Yahoo!

Monday 18 November 2013

Revlon's Christmas Collection 2013

Ooohhh I do love a Christmas offering! Revlon has cleverly co-ordinated these four sets of 'lips and tips' for the glamorous party season...

Berry Allure Collection
 Black Cherry Super Lustrous Lipgloss, Black Cherry Super Lustrous Lipstick and Vixen Nail Enamel

Cherries in the Snow Collection
Pink Pop Super Lustrous Lipgloss, Cherries in the Snow Super Lustrous Lipstick and Cherries in the Snow Nail Enamel



Kiss Me Coral Collection
Kiss Me Coral Super Lustrous Lipgloss, Fire and Ice Super Lustrous Lipstick and One Perfect Coral Nail Enamel



Revlon Red Collection
Fatal Apple Super Lustrous Lipgloss, Revlon Red Super Lustrous Lipstick and Revlon Red Nail Enamel

My personal favourite is the Revlon Red collection, as you can't beat a rich, deep, classic red at this time of year.

RRP: Super Lustrous Lipgloss £6.99, Super Lustrous Lipstick £7.49 and Nail Enamel £6.49. Available from boots.com.

Wednesday 6 November 2013

Fountain The Beauty Molecule & The Hyaluronic Molecule

Fountain The Beauty Molecule £24.99 & The Hyaluronic Molecule £27.99

I've never tried a beauty supplement before, but I've read a lot about the Fountain range - with claims that they are 'youth in a bottle' and the 'hottest new beauty elixir'. 

The Hyaluronic Molecule contains hyaluronic acid, which scientists have identified as a youth matrix that declines in the body with age. It keeps skin plumped and cushions the joints. The rehydrating molecule stops those fine lines from showing, making skin appear fuller and more youthful. Experts claim that this liquid form means that this age-defying molecule absorbs more readily into the body, as it doesn't easily dissolve in its pure form. The formula tastes quite gingery, which is due to another active ingredient, added to speed up absorption.
Dosage: 2 x 5ml teaspoon daily, either directly or with juice, but not with dairy products.  

The Beauty Molecule contains resveratrol, the potent beauty molecule found in japanese knotweed and the skin of red grapes. This molecule is an anti-oxidant that scientists believe activates a protein that promotes health and longevity. Again, this supplement claims to have the edge on traditional beauty creams as the water-soluble form is much more absorbent for the body. It has a nice pomegranate flavour too. 
Dosage: 1 x 5ml teaspoon daily, either directly or with juice. 

I will keep you updated with the longer term results... xx

Tuesday 5 November 2013

Little Mix 'Move' Music Video Makeup Looks

The Little Mix girls are fast becoming my go-to beauty inspirations. I love the looks in their new music video 'Move'. 

Little Mix 'Move' Music Video Makeup Looks
Bright bold lips

I love Jesy's sultry look of darker outlined golden-red pout with smouldering bronze eyes, but my favourite is definitely Jade's fuchsia popping lips with perfect heavy-winged liner. She looks amazing. Saying that, I also can't wait to try a glossy purple lip colour à la Perrie.

Little Mix 'Move' Music Video Makeup Looks
Gorgeous nude lips

Perfectly flawless complexions, amazing contouring and soft nude lips - this section of the video has really inspired me to strip back my make up look every now and again. Perrie's cheeks look super defined, and I've got serious envy for the creamy nude colour on Jesy's lips. 

Which is your favourite Little Mix beauty look from the video? Let me know by commenting below or on the official Pout Out Proud Facebook or Twitter! xx

Monday 4 November 2013

Revlon Lash Potion Mascara Review

Revlon Lash Potion Mascara

Revlon have just released a new mascara, and it is amazing for creating dramatic, full lashes. A great high-street steal too for under a tenner! I was impressed with how full and thick it made my lashes, and they were clump-free thanks to the triple-groove wand. 

Available in Black, Blackened Brown and Blackest Black. 

Sunday 3 November 2013

Real Techniques Make-Up Brushes: Sam's Picks Set

Real Techniques Sam's Picks Make-Up Brushes, £29.99

Real Techniques are my go-to make up brushes. They're easily as good as MAC Cosmetics, but at a fraction of the price. They're designed by renowned beauty expert Samantha Chapman, who is famed for her amazing make-up tutorials as Pixiwoo on YouTube.

This November, Real Techniques are launching a new set called Sam's Picks, which has all the brush basics covered. It is the perfect starter kit if you're looking at investing in some good brushes, and with Christmas just around the corner it makes a brilliant gift too. Decent brushes can transform your make-up looks.

The set includes:

Multi-task brush: for effortless application of powder, blush and bronzer setting brush: complete any look with a controlled dusting of powder or highlighter

Buffing brush: ideal for full coverage application of powder and mineral foundation

Pointed foundation brush: use with liquid foundation to build custom coverage

Fine liner brush: ultimate tool for precision application of liquid or cream eyeliner

Essential crease brush: soft, tapered design for effortless contouring (set exclusive)

The sets will be coming soon to www.HQHair.com and www.Love-makeup.co.uk soon.

New hair! Before and after...

I love a radical hair change, and for AW13 I really wanted a new look. I opted for a choppy chocolate bob with copper tones running through, with a new side parting.


I change my hair quite often, here's a few pics from the last few years of my most recent styles... It's amazing how much a hair cut/colour can change your look!


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