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Monday, 27 May 2013

Favourite Topshop Nailpolish At The Moment | Aurora

  Aurora £5
 
 



I apologise if you hate feet, I don't purposely want to put my feet out there, but my finger nails are chipped and I'd rather unchipped polish if it's the main focus!
 
This is actually my one and only Topshop nail polish I have purchased so far because it was the only one that stood out to me. This is the only way I can justify buying nail polish, I have so many and it really has to look like nothing I own. The only way I can describe Aurora polish is that it looks like oil on wet ground, an amazing duochrome effect, nearly like a rainbow if you look closely! I was almost sure it wouldn't translate on the nails but it actually does which is why I love it!
 
Definitely worth checking out for £5 too! As far as I know the only Topshop in northern Ireland that stocks them is the Belfast one at Victoria Square, where I purchased this!
 
xoxox


Thursday, 23 May 2013

I just got mugged | Special effects Makeup




Once again just playing around with some simple special effects techniques, especially because the more you practise and take photographs, the more you can pin point what looks realistic!

I am happy with the bust lip but as I look closely at the pictures I can see the latex around the cheekbone isn't as blended as I would like, but that's exactly my point on the importance of photographing yourself. What looks perfect in real life, may be picked up different in the light of a camera. If it doesn't work on camera then your skills are useless!

Products used:
Liquid latex
Tissue
Mehron Bruise wheel
Fake blood (very little, as I went for more scabbed look, as if this was a couple of hours later)
Black gel liner
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Sunday, 19 May 2013

Spending lots of money that I shouldn't | Primark, Topshop, Asos


 
Primark (A lot of purchases in prep for Radio 1's Big Weekend in Londonderry, hence the backpack and snapback if it rains!£9 & £4 and also some for my holidays)
 
 
Primark shorts, denim £11, Printed £4
 
 Primark: £9


 Topshop Dress: £18
 
Asos, exposed shoulders tie dye dress (looks disgusting in these pics, but so much better on!) £28

 
Topshop Leigh Jeans Black Acid wash £38 (Best jeans out there, stretchy, thin and comfy!)


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Wednesday, 15 May 2013

Face Tanning | St.Tropez Naturals




 
Quite recently St.Tropez launched a new line of tanning products called 'Naturals' aiming to be vegan and full of good ingredients for your skin. The face one especially promised not to block pores and bring out spots. This is exactly why I bought it, usually if I want tanned skin on my face (I am ghostly pale, even a few shades lighter than my body) I sacrifice my skin and almost can guarantee a breakout!
 
Compared to the previous St.Tropez this as you can see is a much thicker lotion and does have a much more natural scent although it is still very strong (a bad point to people who sensitive to headaches etc due to strong scents). It's recommended to be used 2-3 times a week, which is what I did and so far I am very pleased with it! I got natural glowing skin and it didn't seem to make my skin go crazy. I can't vouch for everyone because everyone has different skin so ultimately I would say if you think this is something you were looking for it's probably the best product out there to try first!
 
It's normally priced just under £20 but I found it in my local Savers (for anyone who lives near me) for only £9.99 which is amazing! The sales person couldn't even understand why they stocked in when I asked as it has only been released in Debenhams etc.
 
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