Recently I've picked up a few new make-up items from the drugstore, and so I thought I'd share some of my favourites with you today.
The Body Shop InstaBlur Primer - I wasn't sure whether The Body Shop counted as drugstore, but I wouldn't class it as high end so I suppose it does! I've never been a massive primer user, however this one has completely converted me. At first, it comes out as a weird clear paste but when you apply it - it then turns into a silky smooth primer. Since using this, I have noticed a huge difference in the longevity of my make-up, meaning I no longer have to powder during the day which is amazing for me. The only thing I will say is my skin has been breaking out a little recently, and this is the only new face product that I've been using - it's nothing major but just a small warning for those of you with sensitive skin!
Revlon Lipstick in Pink in the Afternoon - This is my most recent purchase out of the four products, and I absolutely love it. I sometimes find it hard to wear lipsticks as they don't always suit me, but this one is so easy to wear - I wear it pretty much every day now! It's the perfect nude/pink colour - a 'your lips but better' shade.
Maybelline Colour Tattoo Leather Effect - These have been everywhere recently, and I can definitely see why - they're great! I was always a big fan of the original Colour Tattoos but I also really like these Leather Effect ones too. I picked up the shade Creamy Beige, which is a lovely everyday colour by itself or a good base to layer over too.
Bourjois Liner Pinceau - I've actually owned this for quite a while now - it was one of the products that Bourjois gave to me after I did work experience with them. At first, I just put it to one side as I never really wore eyeliner, but since having discovered the appeal of liquid/felt tip liner, I've become completely obsessed with it! It has a super thin brush which makes for easy application, and it sets really quickly as well which means it stays in place all day.
What are your favourite new products from the drugstore? Have you tried any of these?
As you may know, this Saturday is my birthday! I'm actually working all day, so last weekend my Dad took me shopping to pick out some things that I wanted. I didn't ask for anything in particular this year, so this was much easier!
The first place I went was Primark. Firstly I picked up a couple of vests - one yellow lace top and one thin navy top. I also bought some new pyjama bottoms as I absolutely love the Primark ones and definitely needed some new PJ's. I then chose a couple of cute gold necklaces, as I really wanted some new jewellery. And lastly, I got a 5 pack of ankle frilly socks along with some pretty black flats.
Next, I went to Boots - where I probably did the most damage! To start with, I bought a few nail polishes - I got one of the new Barry M Gelly's in Huckleberry, one of the new Models Own speckled polishes in Magpie and an Essie one in the shade Splash of Grenadine. I also got some lip products (a girl can never have too many) - I picked up the Maybelline Colour Sensational Gloss in Cashmere Rose, as I've heard so many good things about it recently. I also chose the Revlon Lacquer Balm in Demure which I've been eyeing up ever since they were released. Next, I bought the Soap & Glory Archery in Brownie Points, which again I've wanted for a long time, and the Charles Worthington Volume & Bounce Texturising Spray. Lastly are a couple of boring bits - the Blistex Intense Moisture Lip Balm and the Blanx White Shock Treatment.
I then went to H&M and Topshop and got a couple of things. In H&M, I got a simple black bag as the one I use at the moment is really tatty and so I needed a new one. I also spotted this gorgeous white jumper with big black daisies on that I love, as well as a cute silver arrow necklace. In Topshop, I picked up a pair of thick leggings/trousers in a black and white checked print, and a dress that I've had saved to my favourites for way too long!
And that's everything I bought! What have you picked up from the shops recently?
As you probably know, I'm a bit of a nail polish addict, and so I thought now was the perfect time to share my Autumn and Winter nail polish picks with you!
Barry M Gelly in Blue Grape: I find the Gelly Nail Paints to be a bit hit and miss, however I do really like this one. Blues are my go-to nail colours, and this one is a gorgeous dark royal blue - perfect for Winter!
Barry M in Boots: This was a recent secret santa gift but I already love it! I've been looking for a silver glitter for a while now and this one is perfect and also lasts for ages.
Bourjois So Laque in Bleu Fabuleux and Noir de Chine: For me, Bourjois nail polishes have the best brushes I've ever tried. They're really thick so it doesn't take a lot of effort to apply the polish, and I also really like the formulas too. I picked a really pretty blue and also a black, which is a staple at this time of year.
Barry M in Berry Cosmo: This is again another recent present, but I've tried it out already and love it! It's a dark purpley red which is great for the festive season, and I definitely want to pick up more shades like this now.
Rimmel Precious Stones in Diamond Dust: If you love glitter, then this polish is for you! I'm definitely a glitter girl myself, so when I was given this I was super excited to try it out. It gives a much higher coverage than the Barry M one, so I like to wear this just on its own.
L'Oreal in Blue Reef: I've mentioned this a couple of times now but I just can't stop wearing it! It's a beautiful blue-green colour, but it isn't bright at all so it's perfect for Autumn and Winter.
Revlon in Charming: It took me a while to get into the lilac nails trend - for some reason I just didn't think it suited me. But now, after buying and trying out a few different lilacs, I actually really like it and this Revlon one is definitely my favourite.
What are your favourite nail polishes of the moment?
