I discovered the brand Morphe Brushes around a year ago, but it wasn't until this year that I made my first purchase. Of course it had to be one of their cult palettes.

I decided to go for the Morphe 35W palette. It consists of 35 buttery shadows, a mixture of shimmers/metallic and matte finishes. There's a great range of shades from neutrals to transitions and then some fun shades too like the plum!

Then some weeks after I went and purchased the Morphe 12NB Palette. So this one holds 12 shades, all neutral nudes and browns to create natural makeup looks, mostly matte shades with about two or three shimmers. And again the shadows are all buttery and blend so easily (what more could a makeup mad woman want?).

Which is your favourite palette out of the two?

Matte lips have become quite the trend over the last few years. And many companies have conjured the revolutionary liquid formula. From brands such as NYX, Colorpop (which were still waiting on in the UK by the way), Dose of Colour, Anastasia Beverly Hills, Gerard Cosmetics. The list is almost endless. 

They're iconic for a reason. Some of them being the staying power, the pigmentation and just the finish in general, a matte lipstick can transform your whole makeup look.

So here are a few that I have been loving recently...

 NYX Liquid Lingerie - Bedtime Flirt & Embellishment 

NYX Liquid Suede Cream Lipstick - Tea and Cookies & Soft Spoken

NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream - Cannes & Stockholm & Copenhagen

Sleek Matte Me Ultra Smooth Matte Lipcream - Bittersweet

L.A Girl Matte Flat Finish Pigment Gloss - Fantasy & Iconic

What's your favourite shade from this post and what are your favourite brands?

I used to have colourful and fun hair once upon a time ago (around three years) and I loved it. It took me a while to overcome the fear of other people's opinions and I eventually started playing around a bit more, exploring colours that were way out of my comfort zone!

After a year or two it just became way too much effort so I decided to let it wash out completely then grow out most of the bleach. The neutral hair stayed around for a while then I started to gradually stroll towards the silver spectrum again. I just got so bored of being blonde! 

I headed to Flint Hair in Norwich for the first time for a slight change and Sarah gave me a completely new colour refresh. I slowly started to feel more fun, but after a few months, I wanted more...

If you could have any hair colour, creative or not, what would it be?

So I haven't been here in quite a while, its not that I've fallen out of love with blogging, I just struggled feeling inspired or motivated although I'm pretty sure almost every blogger has been stuck in that rut. But after some me time and being out in the world without spending my days not looking through a lens or screen, I'm back! Now for a post about something I've been doing a lot of... pampering.

Here are some products that I have been loving lately for my annual Pamper Evenings.

Hair Care

Lush H'suan Wen Hua Hair Mask

I'll be honest... this stuff stinks. BUT however it works wonders on my hair and has lasted so long to say how long my hair is.

Bleach London Silver Shampoo

I use this every time I wash my hair opposed to only once per week as I do like my hair on the purple spectrum, and compared to the previous silver shampoo I used to use (Provoke), this is amazing! It doesn't make my hair dry like some others and it seems to process pretty quick too.

Aussie Miracle Hair Insurance Leave-in Conditioner

Aussie products always win me over, they smell so summery and leave my hair super soft!

Garnier Ultimate Blends | The Marvellous Transformer Collection*

This trio was sent from heaven, my hair is usually so dry and has no glossy shine to it but after using these my hair looks and feels so much healthier! I start by using the shampoo then the conditioner and then apply the moisture balm and leave it for around ten minutes.

Skin Care

The Body Shop Shea Body Butter

I'm slightly heartbroken because I've almost used the whole tub, its smells lovely and my skin feels like pure silk after using it.

The Body Shop Seaweed Oil Balancing Clay Mask

This face mask makes my skin feel so fresh and it smells so clean. Whenever I'm having a rather bad breakout or if my skin is just pretty oily I'll apply this to those areas and leave for five to seven minutes. I love this stuff.

The Body Shop Warming Mineral Mask

I'm sure most beauty guru's know what this godly substance is... I apply this at the same time as the Clay Mask but in all of the other areas. Always repurchase.

The Body Shop Vitamin E Moisturizer

I use this everyday, on makeup days and non-makeup days, It smells lovely and I've seen such a huge difference in my skin since I started using it before Christmas! 

The Body Shop Vitamin E Overnight Serum-in-Oil

I only use this when my skin is going through a dry spell, which isn't often but when it does its almost impossible to wear makeup because it looks so dull! And this restores moisture and fixes it right up, love love love!

Clinique Take the Day Off Cleanser

I've only had this for a few weeks and I only use it once or twice a week for a deep cleanse and it literally does what it says on the pot (so cliche i know). It feels so luxurious on the skin and makes removing makeup so easy!

Soap & Glory Face Soap and Clarity Facial Wash

Not only does it look pretty, it smells is and feels great on my skin too, I use this maybe three times a week then the rest of the week I exfoliate, works wonders.

Dirty Works Buttery Salt Scrub

I normally use a sugar scrub but for a heavier exfoliation I sometimes go in with a salt scrub and when i do I use this, It smells edible and makes my skin feel great, I think I might even prefer this over the Soap & Glory scrubs...

Coco Loco 100% Raw Coconut Oil

A favorite skin care products post wouldn't be complete without the infamous coconut oil. The amount of things you can use this for is ridiculous. I use this in the shower after exfoliating as a shaving oil, to whiten my teeth, as a foot treatment and also a tiny bit in the ends of my hair. It pretty much fixes everything.

Let me know what some of your favorite skin care and hair care products are.

*product(s) were sent to me for review

Burgundy Cable Knit Jumper - H&M

I have had this jumper for years, since I was around 15, which was also around the time my obsession with knitwear begun and from what I remember it was around £8-15. I love to pair it up with skinny jeans and ankle boots, or a pair of high waisted denim shorts, black tights and ankle boots. Basically it goes with almost everything, such a key statement for your Autumn wardrobe!

Cream Knitted Leg Warmers - Primark

I bought these around the same time as the jumper above, and I'm guessing I went on a knitwear super splurge, these were probably £2-3. I like to wear these when I'm having a cosy day in, pair them with an oversized jumper (probably my boyfriends) and leggings and also fluffy socks for the perfect combo.

Oxblood Chelsea Boots - Dorothy Perkins

I acquired these at the beginning of last year in the winter time and I really had to hunt these babies down! My two nearest stores either didn't have them in stock or just had them in every size apart from my own then I finally found a store that had them *yay*. They were £20 in the sales reduced from £40 (hence why I tracked these down so desperately) and I just pair these with skinny jeans or a dress with black tights, One of the comfiest pairs of boots I own, totally worth the hassle.

Beige Cable Knit Bobble Hat - Peacocks

Another piece I have owned for years, probably about £5-7 and I basically wear it almost everyday through-out the colder months and especially when I'm having a bad hair day!

Alpine Print Scarf - Primark

This was bought a few weeks ago when I had a slight splash in Primark as I have this habit of buying a new scarf around this time of year. I think it was £7 but I could be wrong, I also think they still have them in store so grab one asap if you like the look of this!

Twinings Salted Caramel Green Tea - Tesco

I spotted this in the supermarket and I couldn't resist, what a perfect, autumnal drink. At first I wasn't too sure if I would like it but its not as sickly as it sounds. Perfect for a cosy day in with that baggy jumper and knitted legwarmers.

Glitter Dreamy Travel Mug - Primark

I LOVE this mug! Its so sparkly and pretty... and sparkly. This was either £3.50 or £4 so I couldn't resist, glitter and all. This mug is perfect for anyone who always leaves their tea/coffee to go cold because they have spent the last two hours scrolling down their Instagram feed, keeps it nice and hot, essential to anyone who is as forgetful as me.

MUA Matte Lipstick Mystic Marsarla - Superdrug

This is one of MY FAVOURITE LIPSTICKS EVERRRR! I'm not kidding, I love it, such a beautiful red berry shade for my porcelain like skin tone, its a matte shade but not one of those gross mattes that make your lips feel like you're rubbing sand between your lips. A creamy and moisturising matte, and for £1 can you really go wrong? Don't always let the price of something (super cheap) put you off because this honestly is brilliant!

Glade Candle Jasmine & Sandalwood - Tesco

When Winter comes around I like to whip out all of my suitable candles for the season, cinnamon, spiced apple and all that jazz, but I came across this in the super market and it was only £2 so I couldn't just walk past without grabbing it. Sandalwood is my all time favourite scent, and although this may not be the most autumnal smell, it does the job!

 

Let me know what your Winter Essentials are.



 

 

I've never really done a makeup favourites so I think its about time. These are what products I've been loving for the past few months!

 

 

Mac Studio Fix Fluid - NW13

I bought this last month whilst strolling around the city, it was my first Mac purchase (can I get a hallelujah) and I've been loving it since. I was wanting to try a 'high end' foundation as I've always stuck to drugstore (which I still love by the way) and was curious to see the difference. I'm certainly not disappointed. I still switch between this and drugstore but if I'm honest, I wear this on most days.

 

MUA Pressed Powder - Translucent

I used to use a Rimmel Stay Matte powder but was also curious to see what the difference was between a £5-7 product and £1. I adore it, it basically does exactly the same, doesn't make me look dry and cakey and just matte's my face enough to set my makeup in place.

 

Collection Lasting Perfection Concealer - Light 1 & Cool Medium 2

Oh everyone's favourite concealer, It definitely doesn't disappoint. Amazing coverage and doesn't burn a hole in your pocket! I use shade Light 1 for under eye coverage and highlight then shade Cool Medium 2 for a subtle and natural looking contour.

 

Doll 10 Brow Fix Natural Look Brow Gel - Blonde

A family member introduced me to Doll 10, I had never heard of the brand before but now I wish I knew about it sooner. I've always struggled finding a brow product that was long lasting, natural looking and easy to work with, so I've ditched the brow powders and brow pencils for the time being. I ADORE this!!!

 

Doll 10 H2GLO Hi Lighter - Champagne

Again the same family member introduced me to this highlighter and I love it, cream based and not an overly dramatic highlight, just a subtle shimmer.

 

Bobbi Brown Long Wear Even Finish Foundation - Sand

Since this is too dark for me to wear as a foundation, I use this every now and then to do a natural looking contour, super easy to blend out and just shows you can use makeup for all sorts of different things!

 

MUA Matte Lipstick - Fawn Fancy

I cannot believe how amazing this is, the most beautiful shade and not drying on the lips like some matte lipsticks, really creamy and honestly my all time favourite lip product at the moment, and since its only £1 (don't let the price fool you) I'll be stocking up big time!

 

 

Let me know what your current favourites are or if there's anything here you love.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



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