My First Wish List

Being connected to my favourite beauty companies means that I am constantly seeing updates of new products being launched and oldies yet golden trusted ones. For a while now I have wanted to try a few products often keeping an eye out to see if a sale is on or any special offers.

I know we all have the one (or several) items which we haven't been able to resist. And upon purchase may have used it only once (or never, apart from a quick swatch). To name a few would be a gorgeous plum coloured lipstick from Avon and Sleek's Molten Metal eye cream duo.

Trying out new things involves change. Changing our habit of sticking to tried and tested products to test new waters. I hope to be doing a lot of that this year. Below is my very first "Wish List" comprised of simplistic and some extravagant items.

(http://www.emcosmetics.com/life-palette#~owIqVlNmB1HDzk)

I've followed Michelle Phan for ever! ^^ And have followed her growth. Now she is recognised as part of the new age beauty vloggers. em her makeup range is nothing short of amazing. Above is the Life Palette a star in a wide range of gorgeous items. I would definitely love to get my hands on this beauty!

 (http://www.illamasqua.com/shop/products/eyes/eye-shadows/phenomena-liquid-metal)

Next would have to be Illmasqua's Liquid Metal (Shade Pheomena). I've seen video clips and I must admit I am starstruck. This is an item which I would imagine a makeup artist would keep in their case when doing Lady Gaga or Beyoncé or Katy Perry's makeup.

(http://realtechniques.com/shop-collection)

The Real Techniques brushes are high on my list of wants. I already have the face brush which I love. Only shame is that I am yet to find my perfect foundation fit. My friend Sonia has found hers in MAC and also uses a Real Technique brush which does give that airbrushed look. I wouldn't go for the whole collection but definitely the core items. Powder and blush and some eye shadow brushes.

(http://www.stilacosmetics.com/product/magnificent+metals+foil+finish+eye+shadow+.do?sortby=ourPicks)

The Magnificent Metals Foil Finish Eye Shadow in Comex Gold from stila is out of this world. I first saw this in action in #givegoodface #Jordan Liberty's Cleopatra tutorial. (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l8F6CqDF0WA) In total here are 19 different colours from which to chose from. Oh be still my beating heart...

(http://www.eyeslipsface.com/studio/brushes/brush-accessories/daily_brush_cleaner)

I have been trying to get my hands on e.l.f's Daily Brush cleanser for ages! I previously used a tip I learnt from Michelle Phan, (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vVdciJkmb7o), to mix equal quantities of olive oil and fairy washing up liquid and it works! The gunk that came out of my brushes was outstanding. It just goes to show that even if we do prep our faces we will only be dirtying it with bacteria and dead skin all over again.

Out of all the items mentioned above the most practical would be the daily brush cleanser and the makeup brushes. However that doesn't stop me from desiring the entire wish list. Maybe one day I will try them and even write a review. Until then ... well I can always dream.



Late Night Blogging

Good Evening lovelies...

It has been a while since I last posted and I wanted to obviously explain as to why. I recently opened a Wix website from which I have posted a few things which I thought would be a better medium to which publish my thoughts and reviews. It has most impressive benefits such as ease of use, aesthetic qualities and also allows for a more social media friendly presentation.

I will try to run both to see which one you lovely readers find more interesting. So please do comment, share and like.

P.S: I am writing this post from my brand new laptop! Absolutely loving it!

Please check the link below to be directed to my Wix website. On there you will find a review of my very first Birchbox.

http://jfdc92.wix.com/just-in-time 

I will also look into re-doing my twitter account so that we may stay connected where ever you happen to be!

See you soon xoxo

A bit of vintage.

So I have set up my twitter account and it is 21st_Guinevere. Striking up conversations and getting people to help me reach my 1k in followers has been my goal. Right up until the Wifi started failing.

So I have a smartphone, tablet and a new laptop and once again I find myself on my mother's PC. Right back where it all started.

After striking up a conversation with tweeter hannahavon_xo about our current favourite Avon products Avon_UK asked the following...

"If you ever come across an old product be sure to take a photo for us, some of those old bottles are sooo pretty! :) x"

 From left to right we have Wild Country (Year unknown), Fantasque (???), Night Musk (Possibly from 1982) and Friktion (1999).

 From left to right we have Honeysuckle (1963) and Song of Christmas (1980). Also a sample bottle of Sweet Honesty (2005).

And lastly one of the most interesting shaped bottles Smart Move (Date unknown).

Out of all these old Avon perfume's my favourite is Honeysuckle. The packaging and colour theme of the box as well as the shape of the bottle and lid are a literal epitome of all that is vintage and chic. Something you might find on Marilyn Monroe or Dita Von Tesse's drawer table.

Please like, share, comment, retweet and favour! If I find anymore I will definitely post a picture and any information about them I can get.



I'm on twitter!

After sending a few emails I was finally received a reply from Fraulein 308. They informed me that I would need to have 1,000 followers in order to send me beauty products to test and write reviews on.

Could you lovely readers please help me? Simply spread the word. My twitter account is 21st_Guinevere. I promise to follow everyone who helps me :)

Highlight of the week!

So there goes another week. At least I am not working this Saturday. So sitting here at my mum's PC with my baby sister Natasha I will recap my highlight of the week!

 

 

I always enjoy checking out elf's facebook page and today I have been having fun writing tips and answering fans questions. From "what bronzer do I use on fair skin?" to "how do I keep a red lip throughout the day". I had so much fun and was delighted with the feedback I got. Here are Screenshots from my phone!
 

 

 

I had just got home and was sitting on the sofa just replying to the questions posted on the elf page. I was also surprised to see that the guys doing the live show even gave me a shout out!

 



 

 

 

 

Re-watching Episode 6! Link is http://www.ustream.tv/recorded/43518159 Thanks Amy and guys for the shout out!

 

I even pulled up the UStream live video and got to see the guys in the action. Mind you I had already missed half an hour.

Highlights of the show were;

1. the getting the shout out!
2. Make Up Artist Heidi replying to a majority of the questions posted with how-to's and what's best.
3. Actual live interaction with the guys!

During the whole month of February elf is offering FREE shipping on orders over £15. Perfect chance to fill up that shopping cart.

 

 After such a stressful week this was just the thing I needed to cheer me up! Tomorrow I shall definitely be shopping online at elf!

Fellow Blogger Sonia first blog!

My mate in arms Sonia has just posted her first review and blog post on her new blog...

http://what-i-wish-for.blogspot.co.uk/2014/01/mac-face-and-body-foundation-review.html?showComment=1390416880247&m=1#c559087197918734406

And it is a great piece, with tips 'n' tricks, full product description and review. I will definately be taking some notes for my own reviews. :)

Read, enjoy and spread the word.

Weekend summary

Weekend is almost over and here is a short summary of my week.

Managed to get through the week in one piece. My main stressing agent was my Manager not being around. So tomorrow and Tuesday shall be a bit trying.

Finally saw Shakira and Rihanna's collaboration. Loved it! Also came across an old photo of Paul Walker (Pleasantville). Watched part of the movie today. Oddball is all I have to say. 

And finally The Walking Dead is back on in 9 days! Cannot wait to see Norman Reedus and the gang back on TV.

Lastly, amongst the new books that shall be adourning my bedside cabinet...Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde.