StriVectin-SD Eye Concentrate for Wrinkles- Review

I would say that my eye area is my major problem area as I suffer from dark circles, fine lines AND crepiness. I've never found one eye cream that will reduce the appearance of all of my eye problems but hydration is key because when my eye area is hydrated, the area looks much, much better.

The StriVectiv-SD eye concentrate works really well. It's a cream that you pat around the eye area. The area instantly looks hydrated and although I wouldn't say that it lasts all day, especially if I've been staring at the computer, I'm pleased with the results over the 8 weeks and I'll be continuing with it to the end of the tube (at least).

Eylure Dylash in Blue Black

I will write a full review after I've tried this again. Let's just say my first attempt was less than successful and my eyelashes didn't seem to change at all but that could be down to me rather than the product.

Bare Escentuals Jumbo Prime Time Foundation Primer- Review

I had high hopes for this primer. Actually, it was my last resort, I've tried a few and thought, if this doesn't work then I'm giving up on primer.

It has a gel texture which is clear and is super simple to apply all over the face after moisturiser but before foundation. It leaves the face feeling very smooth and my foundation applied easily over the top. However, I didn't notice that my make-up lasted longer. One weekend, I did the half face challenge and checked my makeup regularly but again, no noticeable difference in my make-up staying power. Actually, by the end of the day my face felt oily.

Total fail! I brought it from QVCUK so I'm sending it back and getting my money back- you gotta love QVCUK!

Long-wear Cream Shadow in Shore- Review

 

Since purchasing this cream shadow I have used it everyday and on every night out. For my pale, yellow based complexion it cleans up my eye lid area and provides a smooth base for my eyeliner. I apply from the lashline to just above the crease. Most days I'm in a rush to get ready and I use my finger which works well as it is creamy and can be layered for a more intense colour. It's so easy to use that I look forward to applying it.

I love my make-up look at the moment. I've finally found products that work for me and refound products that I thought didn't suit me but do! My search will never be completely over- I've still got some fine tuning of mascara, finishing powder and lipgloss!

Illamasqua Cream Pigment in Emerge- Review

I have been using a peach eyeshadow in the crease of my eyes for a while now. I find that it really brightens and lifts my eyes. So when I saw this colour in a cream, I thought I was on to a winner. 

Illamasqua doesn't want to limit the use of a product by stipulating that it is an eyeshadow so have called this a cream pigment and advise a variety of uses on eyes, lips and body. They say that it is an intensely colour-rich, crease resistant, matt formula. I agree that it is colour-rich and a perfect colour to lift my eyes but it does crease on me and I have to keep blending out creases throughout the day. 

This is the third product from Illasmasqua that I have tried. The cream base foundation is brilliant- my go to foundation for a dewy, even complextion. But I'm not impressed with the precision ink eyeliner which is reducing every time I use it and this is good but not great. It's put me off trying other products in the range. 

Bobbi Brown Long-wear Gel Liner in Denim Ink- Review

Love it. End of review!

Only joking. Using this made me realise why I wasn't getting on with the Illamasqua precision ink. It is creamy, easy to apply and lasts all day. Versatile too- it gives you time to build or smudge.

Denim ink is a very dark blue. I love that it defines the eye with a dark colour but flashes blue every now and again, depending on lighting. It's a winner for me and I must never be tempted away from Bobbi Brown Long Wear Gel Liners again. I think more colours will be going on my Xmas list.

Vaseline Lip Therapy in Creme Brulee (Limited edition)- Review

 

A sweet and easy handbag treat which is really needed at this time of the year when the weather gets colder and the windier which makes my skin, especially my lips, chapped. 

The only downside with vaseline lip therapy is that it does sit on top of the lips acting as a barrier and I would prefer protection that is absorded and moisturises the lips. But it's cheap and cheerful so I'll always have at least one on the go.

Mulberry & Stylist event

I had a wonderful night thanks to Mulberry and Stylist. They really looked after all of us, the Hoxton gin was flowing and there were nibbles a plenty. Mulberry handbags are my all time favourite. I only have one (Roxanne) but want MORE! The only temptation was the Fox Lock Bag but I resisted.

The goody bag was amazing. The bag itself is so cute (you'd expect that), filled with a fox mask, feathered friend, revlon super lustrous lipstick in revlon red, revlon, grow luscious mascara in blackest black and revlon grow luscious lasliner in brown.