Dior Addict Ultra Gloss

Hi Everyone,

The other week I made a sneaky purchase in the form of a Dior Lip gloss, I probably shouldn't of, but it was just sat there screaming "buy me buy me!", how could I say no! Miss Glamorazzi loves these glosses, so when I saw them with 30% off, I knew one had to be mine. Plus the fact Mr Pattinson is now the face of Dior Homme also drew me in....

Firstly I have to say, THE PACKAGING! This is one of those products you just want to whip out of the handbag and show off, its just got such a luxurious look and feel to it. 

I picked up the shade 464 Pink Croisette, It's a beautiful light peach pink colour (Sorry my camera has picked it up as orange in the pictures), which is very sheer but you still get that hint of colour, be warned though it does have a lot of shimmer, You cant feel it though so that's a bonus! I hate that grainy feel of glittery glosses.

There also seems to be different types of Ultra Glosses, Pink Croisette is a Flash Gloss. 

(Swatches: Left to Right - 464 swatched, 464 on my lips and the applicator wand/brush)

Now turns out without even realising until researching into where to buy this gloss a few minutes ago, This shade is actually from the Summer 2012 Collection, Sorry this shade is no longer available, but after surfing around it seems to be a close dupe to NARS Orgasm Lip gloss (it is slightly more peachy than Pink Croissette though). So if your looking for this shade that's probably your best bet! 

However I still think these are lovely glosses so - here is the link to the rest of the shades you can get. I now find myself eyeing up the red one in 853 Rouge Defendu... Plus sorry again for this being limited edition!

Eloise x

I ❤ Summer Tag

Hi Everyone, 

I kept meaning to do this tag, since Miss Glamorazzi came up with it a while ago, but never got round to it, even though summer is nearly coming to an end here in the UK, I thought I'd do the Tag anyway seeing as I'd done the Spring one. Plus it lets you see products I might not of mentioned in my favourites and things like that. 

1. Favourite bronzer for summer?

I don't usually wear Bronzer as I'm like Caspar the Ghost (MAC NW10), But I got the So Susan (Jelly Pong Pong) Brazilian Sun Bronzer at the Clothes Show Live and I love it, Its perfect for my pale skin when you use a little bit, So I've been introduced to something new this summer too!

2. You're relaxing in a hammock, on a tropical island. What are you sipping on? (Favourite summer drink)

It's going to have to be Fanta Peach and Apricot, its limited edition so when they stop making it at the end of summer I think I'll cry, If you can get it and haven't tried it yet, Try It!

3. Favourite summer lip product?

Just like the Spring Tag it's a MAC Lipstick, This time in Girl About Town, Its a dark and bright blue toned fuchsia pink, It's Bold, But isn't that what summer is for? Bold statement lips? Even if it isn't I'll wear it anyway. 

4. Pool or Beach?

Pool for sure! I used to always be swimming, plus it keeps you cooler as I cant hack hot weather, So sitting on a beach wouldn't end well, Plus the UK doesn't exactly have the best beaches ever...

5. Summer = crazy hair! What's your must-have styling product?

I am extremely lazy when it comes to my hair, It takes up too much time, but I do find it is frizzy as anything so over the past few summer months I've been using John Frieda Frizz-Ease Thermal Protection Hair Serum, My hair does seem better once using it so it must be doing something right, plus it smells amazing!

6. Sun bathing or fake tan?

Neither I must be the only person in the world who loves being pale! I have tried one fake tan recently though, but I don't think it'll be a regular occurrence. 

7. Favourite summer nail polish?

So not to go with the same polish from my spring tag, I've gone for the colour I've been wearing quite a lot recently, is a Sinful Color's Polish in Island Coral, Its just a more pinky coral shade, It would look great with a tan, dries quickly and lasts quite well, It's just one of those summer colours. 

8. Any summer traditions?

Not really, Unless Birthday's count, other than that I've never really had any that spring to mind.

9. Favourite summer scent?

Again just like the spring tag, It's another Body Shop fragrance, Its discontinued (Body shop please! Please! Please bring this back!)

10. Favourite BBQ food?

I doubt this counts, But this summer Ive been obsessed with Nando's, Lemon and Herb is the best (❤), All though for BBQ food nothing can beat a Cheese Burger!.... Now this question has made me hungry!

11. What's your favourite summer-proof product?

Illamasqua Brow Cake, It's amazing, It hardly budges! You definitely don't have to worry about sliding brows! Plus I think this will last me for the next three summers, I've hardly dented it!

12. Any summer vacation plans this year? No plans? Tell us about your dream summer trip!

No Plan's this summer, I'd love to go to New York or Paris, Hopefully that might happen soon but probably not in the summer!

I Tag you all to do this Tag! Plus remember to leave me a comment when you've done it, I'd love to read them plus discover new blogs!

Eloise x

Maybelline Baby Lips

Hi Everyone!,

The Maybelline Baby Lips have finally landed in the UK!, These have to be one of the most hyped up beauty products ever and its taken it I think a year to arrive in the UK. Finally! So of course I have fallen for the hype and had to go pick some up to try for myself. 

Maybelline have released six of the baby lips in the UK, The names like usual have changed on one of them, Hydrate (Known as Quenched in America), Mint Fresh (Which is known as Peppermint), Then there is Intense Care, Peach Kiss, Pink Punch, Cherry Me and I'm a bit disappointed Grape Vine never made it over to the UK though. 

I decided to get Mint Fresh, Peach Kiss and Hydrate. I did want to get Pink Punch and Cherry Me but both were out of stock. Mint Fresh of course tastes and smells like peppermint, Peach Kiss again smelling like peach, I wouldn't say it tastes much like peach though. Then Hydrate smells like orange to me, but its in fact lemon and basil, You can kinda taste that though when its on. 

Both Mint Fresh and Hydrate are clear balms, They have SPF 20 in them too, Unlike Peach Kiss which is tinted and doesn't have an SPF, They Claim to have eight hours worth of moisture in each use, That's definitely not the case, I found myself wanting to apply more of the Hydrate balm after an hour and a half, They probably last two hours at the most before topping up. 

Peach Kiss comes out as a nude peach subtle colour, with quite a sheen to it. It's not got any where near the pigmentation of something like the Revlon Lip Butters, but these are just a balm, Its a nice everyday colour, perfect for school. I tried to swatch it but 1) My iPhone camera didn't really pick it up and 2) It's still rather sheer. 

They are currently on 3 for 2 in Boots in the UK just now - Here, For £2.99 they're really not that bad, they just claim more to be more moisturising than they actually are.

I think I'll pick up Pink Punch and Cherry Me for those days that you just want a bit of a tint, Both of those colours do seem to be a bit more pigmented though anyway. Plus I forgot to mention they incredibly cute packaging! That definitely pulls you in. I like them, I don't love them but neither do I hate them, They're good for the price and the tinted colours are quite nice, I'd recommend trying one if you like the sheer balm type products. 

What do you all think of them? Is it another over hyped product?

Eloise x

August GlossyBox

Hi Everyone!,

My GlossyBox arrived on Saturday, After the Success of the last few and this months theme, High Flyers, I was really looking forward to this box! Sorry this month's pictures aren't that great as well, I'm not sure what's happened I just cant seem to get them right!

In this month's GlossyBox Magazine, There's an interview with GlossyBoxes brand new CEO, Who also mentions some "super surprises and treats" coming up soon which sounds exciting! Hopefully this might mean constant good GlossyBoxes instead of being up and down each month.

I'd seen a sneak peak of the box on Facebook and that product I definitely love!

To be honest when I first opened the box I wasn't wow'ed, It seemed quite light compared to past boxes which worried me but on further inspection this box isn't really that bad!

The box includes products from around the world, Which fits the High Flyers theme, the products are also suppose to be travel friendly so you can take them away with you on your summer holidays.

1) Urban Veda Daily Radiance Facial Wash: Full Size - £7.99 

The words facial wash worry my slightly opposed to cleanser, facial wash makes me think soap, which then makes me think bad for the face. However it does say natural skincare, it claims to balance the skin and naturally brighten, which I like as it could be great for dull skin. Plus it smells great, I'm intrigued to give this a try. This product also seems to be from India, To tie in with the around the world theme.

2) Jelly Pong Pong 2 in 1 Shadow/Liner in Black - £10.50

This is the UK product of the box, I do love Jelly Pong Pong, I've had quite a few really good products from them, I'm quite glad I got this product in the Black shade. Checking their website as well this seems to be a new launch too. Its not the softest pencil in the world, but it blends nicely and I'll probably get some use out of it. I do think it might be slightly over priced though.

3) Oceane Make Up Remover Pen - Unknown

This product from Brazil baffles me slightly, You cant actually buy it in the UK... Plus I cant say I'm a big fan of these types of things, I've had them in the past they're okay but I cant say I'd repurchase it anyway. The old clean up with a cotton bud works just as well, I guess this is a great product to touch up on the go though and just throw in your bag for emergencies. 

4) Emite Make Up Eyelash Curler - £20

This is the sneak peek on Facebook! I was so excited to see these in my box, My usual eyelash curlers are £1.50 from Primark, So having a more expensive pair is such a treat! From Sweden developed for make up artists, These curlers have been designed to fit most eye shapes and not ruin the eye make up. I have to say I've used these once or twice now and I do notice such a difference from my Primark curlers!

5) Tresemme Keratin Smooth Treatment Shot: 15ml - £1.49

The USA product of the box, I've seen these in Boots before and I've been intrigued again with this, but never picked it up. So now I finally get to try it, It seems to help with my frizzy issues which I definitely need! But The packaging annoys me slightly, I'm not sure I'd use the treatment in one go, so I wish it was resealable. 

(Swatches: Left to Right - Jelly Pong Pong 2 in 1 Shadow/Liner in Black, Jelly Pong Pong 2 in 1 Shadow/Liner in Black Blended Out)

This box is ok but I cant say its the best box I've had, I love the eyelash curlers though! I'm sure I'll use the tresemme shot and the jelly pong pong eyeshadow and eyeliner pencil too, I hope next month's box is a bit better because the past few boxes have been great.

What have you thought about this months box?

Eloise x