Charlotte Tilbury Legendary Lashes Volume 2 Mascara

When Charlotte Tilbury brings out a new product she doesn't mess about. She just had a relaunch for her Legendary Lashes Mascara Volume 2 which is part of her Beauty Filter collection. I had used her original one last year, I was obsessed with the length and volume I got from it I had to try this new version out. Its still in this gorgeous rose gold packaging making it feel super luxurious.



The bristles head is quite large so it does require a touch of attention because I can find the bristles hit my eyelid through my lashes if I try and apply it quickly but they really do hit every single lash coated in a few sweeps. It layers really nicely if you want them to be super volumized, but I tend to stick to one coat because I find its enough for my lashes. The formula is super black, called black vinyl but its perfect compared to some other black mascaras that don't quite give the same colour payoff.



Here is a little before and after of my lashes and one quick coat of the mascara. My lashes are currently going through a bit of a crazy grow in every direction phase so they're prone to interlocking at the moment, but the mascara does separate them out a bit but I think it adds significant length, colour and volume. It really is a push up for your lashes and I find the curl holds all day, formulated to be long wearing, humidity resistant and smudge proof.



Have you tried out Charlotte Tilbury's mascaras? Let me know what you think and leave meyour favourite mascara suggestions xox

Lush Father's Day 2018

Of course its come around again when Lush launches a seasonal range so I thought  would jump on here to show you their new Father's Day collection for this year. My dad is a hard one to buy for but I do know he likes a good relaxing bath after working out or a long day at work, so buying him bath products is always a good present. They did have a new naked beard oil and naked shower gel but I went with the bath products.



The first thing I picked up was this Superdad bath bomb because its a fun design and smells super fresh and clean. With uplifting and soothing Sandalwood Oil and sweet an woody Olibanum Oil it doesn't just make your bath smell amazing its also perfect for unwinding after a long day at the office. I definitely think it will be hard to not keep this for myself! It also turns the water a fabulous shade of blue making it inviting to dive into the warm relaxing waters.



The Fun For All The Family is a new concept product to me being a bubble spinner. This sparkly spinner is designed like the infamous fidget spinners that were so 2017 but this one fills your bath with hundreds of citrus bubbles. You simply hold the little wooden centre and let it spin under the running tap and then set aside to dry for use again. This has a much sweeter scent with Sweet Wild Orange Oil and Lime Oil as key ingredients to this bubble spinner, also giving you protective, refreshing and toning effects from the ingredients as well as the fabulous scent.



The Modfather  is perfect for those fathers wanting to revisit their youth through this Royal Air force roundel shaped bubble bar. The fresh uplifting scent of Brazilian Orange Oil makes for a refreshing and rejuvenating bath with Cornflower making your skin feel clean and soft ready for a trip out on your motor scooter. I really like bubble bars because a little goes a long way and they can be used for multiple baths so I think they're worth buying over the bath bombs. 

What are you going to treat your Dad to this Father's day? I think mine will get a beer and a relaxing bath!

AND/OR and Modern Rarity Jewellery

John Lewis is the home of exclusivity this year with many of its own brands extending their products this SS18, especially AND/OR and Modern Rarity. Only available here both brands have just launched their own jewellery lines and there is something for everyone with the different tastes.

As a brand AND/OR works as a base from Great denim works with everything and it makes everything work. AND/OR is a new brand inspired by this simple formula. Californian design duo Calvin Rucker bring their denim pedigree and LA style to a curated collection of authentic cuts, heritage washes and ultimate finishes. London’s urban edge is the inspiration for a brilliant edit of day-to-night heels, vintage-style jackets and easy blouses to complement the jeans. With West Coast cool and London style, this collection takes you wherever you want to go. AND/OR's jewellery is in collaboration with Made. Focused on creating a positive change through fair trade and ethical practices with pieces handmade in Kenya.  

 
One of the most versatile pieces I think is this Gold Long Multi Bevelled Disc Curb Chain Necklace with matching Multi Bevelled Disc Curb Gold Earrings.  Channel your fashionista with these striking drop earrings from AND/OR. The necklace is perfect to add a nonchalant and bohemian inspiration to your look. Perfect for layering or wearing as a single-strand design, the necklace has a traditional curb chain with multiple disc charms. Each disc is presented with a hammered texture for a maximum impact. Matching with the necklace these The classic drop design on the earrings is reinvented with this pair by offering multiple hammered discs; The long design will flatter your profile. I teamed the jewellery with my favourite scarf from the SS18 collection is the Nevada Floral Tassel Scarf  which is perfect for dressing up or down an outfit with being such a tactile and contemporary fabric, with the dark colour against bright yellow floral pattern.  



 Modern Rarity redefines luxury for today. Inspired by the ethos of fewer, better pieces, the collection offers a fresh take on wardrobe staples. These are unique, effortless pieces that complement one another. Defined by sophisticated cut, luxurious fabric and understated silhouette, they create a contemporary look. Dedicated to design, devoted to quality. Luxury redefined. I really like the simplicity of the design of these pieces and they're timeless. It is a higher price tag but it is designed in the UK, comprises diamonds, gemstones and sterling silver with gold vermeil plating – beautifully finished in contemporary shapes.



My favourite pieces are the Diamond Linked Hoop Gold Pendant Necklace with matching Diamond Large Link Hoop Drop Earrings. This chic and fine piece will elevate any day-to-night ensemble effortlessly. It comes in solid sterling silver with an optional gold-plated finish. It presents two irregular interlinked circle elements. One of the circles is adorned with sparkling brilliant-cut diamonds. The necklace fastens with an extension and a spring ring clasp. The earrings are crafted from sterling silver, the earrings offer a high-shine finish. The smaller element is set with dazzling brilliant-cut diamonds. I also love the Diamond Teardrop Rings that come in Silver, Gold and Rose Gold. They stack beautifully together if you so wish and sparkle away like a dream. The teardrop design also has a coordinating necklace and bracelet. 

What are you favourite jewellery pieces of SS18? Let me know in the comments!xox

Rimmel Match Perfection Collection

I just received a complimentary Rimmel London Vox Box from Influenster to celebrate their Match Perfection Foundation*. The foundation is now available in 25 shades that match 99% of UK skin tones. They also sent the Match Perfection Concealer* which has 6 new shades and their 7 new nude shades of the Stay Matte Liquid Lip Colour. 

Thought I would include a little half face shot of just the foundation and then my full face with foundation and concealer. The Match Perfection foundation claims to blend with the skin's real tone instead of masking it. Also described as a weightless, smooth texture its designed to deliver visibly perfected and healthier looking skin with Smart-Tone technology for natural looking skin. It says it has a 24 hour moisture complex, soft-focus powers help reduce imperfections, pores & dark circles and up to SPF 20 so not only is it evening your skin out it has some extra benefits. It says its a medium coverage which I would say if you want a natural base this is good but definitely not full coverage. I did find the shade range pretty good for budget makeup so thumbs up to Rimmel for that and the shade suited my skin pretty well (Light Porcelain 10) and didn't really oxidise which I often get with budget foundations. 

The Match Perfection Concealer has been  interesting to try out as I never tend to try budget concealers. I did find the brush tip a good alternative to a doe foot applicator but to get the product from the squeezy part of the packaging to the brush wasn't the easiest and I imagine once it starts to get a bit empty it'll be near impossible to get it out. The colour match was really good for me but the shade range is still quite small. Its more of a light to medium coverage which wasn't quite enough to cover any blemish I have at the moment or the vein I have under my eye quite to the level I get from my Nars Creamy Radiant Concealer. But it didn't crease and it super comfortable to wear so I think I need to try it out a bit more before I truly decide if this could make its way permanently into my makeup bag. 

I finished off my look with the Rimmel Magnif'eyes eyeshadow palette, Wonder'fully Real mascara (see my previous about them here) and finally the Stay Matte Liquid Lip Colour in Stripped and Be My Baby* to create a slight Ombré lip. They were super pigmented and went on really easily. They're kiss-proof, touch-proof, waterproof; after eating brunch and having drinks it still stayed strong so I'm very impressed in the lasting power of these lipsticks. 

Have you tried this Rimmel range out? Let me know what you think! Thank you to Influenster for sending me these products complimentary to try out!

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