When I started out in make-up the only adhesive I had to my name was Duo. While it’s great for eyelashes and latex it’s not really an all round adhesive. I have since explored other types and have found that they each have their strengths and drawbacks. So if you were wondering what adhesives...

The idea of a drawing on a French tip with a marker is very enticing. I am useless with my left hand so when attempting a French polish I end up with one perfect hand and one that looks like it was applied by a 5 year old! When this pen arrived I settled down for some nail pampering. It took me about...

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...

When working as a make-up artist there may be a time you that you require some fake blood. You can of course buy it but you can also make your own very easily. Once you have the ingredients in your cupboard you can whip up a batch on demand. Red food dye 62g gelatine 57ml water 62g glycerine Mix...

I picked up 5 Stereo Rose Mineralise Skin Finishes from MAC last month for a giveaway. So many of you couldn’t find it so I couldn’t help myself. It’s super easy to enter. All you have to do: Subscribe to my YouTube channel Follow my blog (on the right hand side) Follow me...

So we all want full and pouty lips but unfortunately many of us have far from the lips we covet. There are a few things to consider when applying make-up if you want your lips to appear fuller. When using rich colours make sure you shape the lips with  but add a little shine to the centre Use lip...

I bought Sally Hansen Double Duty a month ago in Boots and have used it consistently ever since. Let me start off by saying that I am usually a bit lazy when it comes to base and top coats. To be honest I’m lucky if my nail polish dries without a dint of some sort. I’m very fidgety and...

It occurred to me that I tend to make videos about products that have excited or pleased me. This is probably because I enjoy positivity. Very often the products I don’t like get off lightly. Not today. Both of these hair tools have let me down, big time! I would be interested to...

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 –...

I really enjoyed lollipop26′s diet ramble video and I could relate as I’m sure many of you can. Dieting and weight control are such huge issues for us, just bear in mind that I’m no expert and this is a vlog on my own experience. It’s also my first ever vlog :) I would...

I got my greedy little hands on Origins Mushroom Relief Advanced Face Serum. I was excited since this is a product for relief of redness, sensitivity and reactivity – three words I associate with my skin. Apparently it’s a clinically proven formula so I have high hopes for this one. Two...

Make your own skincare time. I tried this one myself yesterday. This mask is great for dry, combination, ageing or damaged skin. It tones, cleanses, reduces inflammation and hydrates the skin – all from ingredients in your kitchen cupboard. You also get the added benefit of knowing exactly...