Blogs Of A Shopaholic

Last month I did a bit of “pay-day” shopping and found myself at the L’Oreal counter in Boots.   They had their new Spring/Summer range out and I was completely sucked in by the beautiful bronze, summery theme. As everything was on 3 for 2 I picked up a huge haul and here are my thoughts after giving them a go for the last month:- Glow Mon Amour Highlighting Drops I was really unsure whether to pick this up as I couldn’t see myself using liquid highlighter on a daily basis but as it was 3 for 2 I thought “why not?”.   There are two different shade options, “Champagne” and “Bellini” and I chose Champagne just because it was more golden than Bellini which is a little more peachy/orange.   A couple of dots on the tops of my cheekbones after I’ve done my concealer and foundation and I’m good to go.   I blend it in with a beauty blender and I love, love, love the subtle sheen it gives my cheeks.    It says you can also use it alone, under found...

Hey everyone, It's official!! It's Spring!! and still flipping freezing cold so my enthusiasm for the two mild days we had earlier this month has well and truly worn off! March has been a quiet month in terms of favourites for me.  Although I seem to have bought quite a few new make up and clothing items I haven't really had a chance to put them to good use.... yet! So here's a quick round-up of the few things I've been reaching for in the month of March: Nestling Oval Make Up Brushes I bought these in January and have really enjoyed using them.  I was sceptical at first and thought they were very gimmicky but they apply my foundation and concealer so effortlessly and I find them almost therapeutic to use.  I bought this set from Amazon and although I've stuck to using mainly the larger ones I am eager to try out the smaller ones for eyeshadow and highlighter. Essence Cosmetics Colour and Care Lipsticks I won't go into too much detail...