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I thought I’d give you a look at the items I have been wanting lately. Wanting and buying are two separate things so we’ll see what products I cannot resist. You understand right?! :) Topshop Lip Polish in Melba I was very excited when I heard that Topshop were launching a make-up range....

I love trying new mascaras. Even when I find a mascara that I like I tend not to repurchase, which is a little pointless. It just proves that as a make-up addict when I find a product I like, I can’t stop there. I need to try new products. God forbid I miss something. Ha! I heard through the...

Red lips is a regular Autumn/Winter trend. It’s a true classic! This season the red lip trend is much more contemporary and a lot less retro. Instead of vintage fire engine, Reds injected with berry and raspberry were seen on the A/W catwalk at Dolce & Gabbanna (left). A few tips for...

Carmex is a cult favourite. I remember the first time I tried it – I was 14 and visiting my dad’s salon. My lips were so chapped that they were cracking and bleeding (ick! I know). A colleague of my dads, James Mooney, produced a tube of Carmex from his pocket, informing that he bought...

Soft, smoky brown eye make-up was huge on the A/W catwalks. This trend is so easy to replicate at home. I’m happy to see brown replacing black for creating a smoky eye this autumn/winter. This is easier to wear, softer, more natural but best of all it’s much more forgiving mistake wise. Alexander...

I’m always interested when my favourite brands release new products. Today I was having a snoop around looking for new foundation releases. Here are four that I’m excited about.   1. YSL Radiance Flawless Foundation SPF20 This foundation is designed for dull skin that is in need...

This blend can be used on damaged, dry, mature or sensitive skin. The recipe will last for one month and it only takes 5 minutes to prepare. The ingredients are very especially beneficial for ageing skin. Expensive skin care products often use these ingredients, but in minuscule proportions. Making...

The thoughts of Summer coming to an end usually draw makes me miserable but I just came across an image that has changed my mind. How can one image get me excited about Winter? I don’t know but here is said image.. I want this for Winter- snuggley, warm skin, soft but pretty make-up, cascading...

Yay, new nail shades for Autumn! But before I dash out and part with my money I will ponder over which I actually want. No Amy, you don’t need them all! I read that Jin Soon’s inspiration for this season’s nail trends are from Imperial China. This makes me want them more, surely...

I am often asked how the shape of facial features effect make-up application. I will start with lip shape since the last email I received was from a girl who wanted to correct a wide mouth. No ones lips are perfect but there are a few things to bear in mind when choosing make-up. Use gloss –...

Voya Ritzy Spritzy is an anti-aging toner which is made in Ireland from hand-harvested seaweed.When the box arrived  I examined the ingredients and the packaging and concluded that 1) it looked impressive and 2) I wouldn’t actually use it past the testing period since I’m so lazy. I am...

It’s been a while since my last morning waffle so it incumbent on me to share the contents of my head with you. (hair post will follow this afternoon) Hair extensions – If you follow me on Twitter you know that I had some extensions added to my hair last week. I’m a happy woman –...

Lip liner is one of those products that I don’t rely on personally – Professionally it’s an essential, but for my own lips not so much. I like lip products that I can smear on in a hurry and reapply later without needing to look in the mirror. Lip pencil is just not conclusive to...

I finally got my hands on MAC’s Stereo Rose MSF, man I love Birthdays! When I heard they were still in stock last week I ran in to MAC in Brown Thomas and bought a few more for giveaways (link on the left side of the website) And here is my darling… I’m sure you’ve heard...

It’s a rare moment that I get excited about an upcoming MAC collection. I generally tried to avoid the hype – excluding the In the Groove collection, but more on that later. I almost squealed with delight last May when I heard that Disney and MAC were collaborating in an upcoming collection. To...