Collection - Work the Colour: Review

I was originally going to write this post on this amazing dupe I've found for a NARS eye-shadow that me and my friends use to fill in our eyebrows (well we all steal my friends one)...

However I have completely forgotten the colour and it's rubbed off the bottom!

But I feel like this eyebrow kit by Collection still needs to be talked about..

COLLECTION - WORK THE COLOUR: REVIEW 

I brought the kit about a month ago and I love it! 

I got it from Boots and I think it cost £3.79 or £3.99, no more than £4 anyway!

At a price like this I wasn't expecting amazing results and brought it purely for the darkest shade on the right as I have dark eyebrows.

But I am so impressed with it and think it's an amazing price for a good quality product.

It was supposed to be something to get me by until I went to a bigger shopping centre but I seem to have just stuck with it!

It comes with a double sided brush and I tend just to use the angled side, it also comes with a clear brow mascara and the three shades.

All shades can be blended together but I only use the darkest shade (they don't come with names).

Collection, Eyebrow Kit: http://www.collectioncosmetics.co.uk/eyes/eyebrow/work-the-colour-eyebrow-kit.aspx

JESLY

Westfield's Zara

I'm sad to tell you that this is not actually a Zara Haul... even though I wish it was.

Sadly I went all the way to London's Westfields today (which isn't actually too much of a trek for me to be fair) and only came home with Cotton Pads and a new Real Techniques Powder Brush... *sigh*.

Whilst there I went to Zara and my love for the shop was too much. I haven't brought anything from Zara for ages and it's one of those shops that I always forget is there when in Brent Cross or other shopping Centres, and I wish I didn't! 

But enough though I didn't buy the things I saw I think other people should! 

So here's my ZARA Wishlist!

ONE:

This hat is actually classified as 'Lime Green' however I would describe it more as a mustard colour.
The Hat also comes in Navy Blue, Ecru and Dark Grey.

Its £9.99 and I think a perfect Autumn bobble hat!

TWO:

This is a 'Double Layer Snood' and one of my friends actually purchased this in Black whilst we were out today, she's a scarf fanatic.

I love the colour of this as I think it will add a nice pop of colour when wearing with black, which I seem to do a lot. 

I'm also planning to buy a long black coat for winter and so this will work perfectly with that.

It's £17.99 and I can imagine it keeps you very warm!

THREE:

This black 'Short Anorak' is £79.99 and also comes in the colour '545'?? (It's Light Brown, just in case you're as confused as I am right now...).

I love these types of jackets and think that it's the perfect, warm winter coat!

So there are the things I wish I could've brought home with me and yet another Wishlist made... as you can tell I'm ready for winter now!

JESLY 

Knitted Hat: http://www.zara.com/uk/en/woman/accessories/knitted-hat-c269207p2162567.html

Double Layer Snood:http://www.zara.com/uk/en/woman/accessories/double-layer-snood-c269207p2186512.html

Short Anorak: http://www.zara.com/uk/en/woman/outerwear/quilted-coats/short-anorak-with-fur-collar-c499002p1984239.html

All photos have been sourced from the ZARA Website: http://www.zara.com/uk/

NARS Sheer Glow: Review

There's no denying that MAC is one of my favourite places to go when I need or want some new make up. 

My best friend brought me a makeover by MAC for Christmas and it was brilliant, they taught me what shades to wear and I even got a facial drawing with all the products used. With Christmas coming up I would really recommend this as a gift for friends!

I was using a foundation from MAC for ages until recently I wanted to change it.

I just feel that the MAC foundation has real orange undertones and I want to look more natural with my skin tone.

Here's a quick review (I say quick...) of a new foundation I've fallen in love with.

NARS SHEER GLOW - GOBI

I went to NARS and had my skin tested for the right shade of foundation as I always buy foundations that are too dark and orange for me.

I've seen a lot of people wear the NARS Sheer Glow and so thought it was time I gave it a try. The shade that I have is GOBI.

I am really impressed with this foundation and can tell I'll be wearing it for a long time.

The colour is perfect on my skin tone and it lasts a long time meaning I don't have to redo my foundation during the day.

I do like the shade GOBI, it's perfect for my skintone in winter, although I do feel like in the summer I could buy a slightly darker shade as this will be too light with tanned skin.

What do you think of NARS Sheer Glow?

Jesly

Garnier Micellar Cleansing Water: Review

For many years I was always the lazy type of girl that picked up a face wipe as part of my skin routine. I did cleanse and ex-foliate my face and cannot do without a moisturiser but as far as taking off make up went, all I ever used were face wipes. 

Face wipes never really did the job for me, and more recently I was getting frustrated with using them as my make up was never fully removed, leading to spots and grease.

I decided it was time for a change and so here is my first ever type of product review! 

GARNIER MICELLAR CLEANSING WATER

I've been using the Micellar water for a few weeks now and honestly wouldn't go back...face wipes are a thing of the past for me!

It takes off all my make up and leaves my skin feeling fresh, it even removes benefits 'They're Real!' mascara which was proving a nightmare to get off using standard face wipes.

All you do is squirt a few drops onto a cotton pad and voila! The cleansing water is ready to work it's beautiful magic. I feel like the water has also improved my skin as (touch wood) I haven't had a load of spots recently. 

I tend to use this both in the morning and at night.

I could probably go without the morning step however after washing my face with other ex foliating or face scrub I like to clean it off with this cleansing water.

Jesly

My Top 3 MAC Lipsticks

I absolutely love Lipsticks and it's no secret that I own way more than I actually need.

MAC is one of my favourite places to go when I feel like its time to add another beautiful colour to my collection, so here's my Top 3 MAC lipsticks that I currently own and love.

The First MAC lipstick, that I probably go to the most for either days or nights out, is a 'Lustre' lipstick and is called Plumful.

                          

I would say that this Lipstick is made up of a dark pink colour with real purple undertones which creates a lipstick perfect for Autumn and Winter. 

Although I think this tone of Lipstick as a real Autumnal look I do wear it throughout the year and is definitely my 'go-to' lipstick.

The Second MAC lipstick is also in the 'Lustre' lipstick range and is called Milan Mode.

                             

This lipstick is more on the pinky side and has tiny particles of glitter all the way through it. I would say that this is a lipstick I prefer to wear on nicer days and is definitely a summery colour that you would stick to more on holiday.

This lipstick is the only one of its kind in my collection as I prefer not so 'hot-pink' pinks and tend to go for a darker lip. However 'Milan Mode' has shown me I can actually wear a brighter pink with my pale skin tone and is a lipstick I love.

The Third MAC lipstick is from the 'Matte' collection and is called Pink Plaid.

           

                                                                                                                         

I think that the picture of this lipstick makes it look more pink that in real life (or person... you get what I mean). The Matte finish means that its a perfect everyday look and is one that I probably wear the most alongside Plumful. I wouldn't wear this on a night out but with a layer on clear gloss on the top I think it is the perfect day to day lipstick.

So there is my top 3 MAC lipsticks! 

What's your personal favourite?

Jesly

Plumful: http://www.maccosmetics.co.uk/products/spp/shaded.tmpl?CATEGORY_ID=CAT168&PRODUCT_ID=PROD310&SKU_ID=SKU2763

Milan Mode: http://www.maccosmetics.co.uk/products/spp/shaded.tmpl?CATEGORY_ID=CAT168&PRODUCT_ID=PROD310&SKU_ID=SKU11011

Pink Plaid:http://www.maccosmetics.co.uk/products/spp/shaded.tmpl?CATEGORY_ID=CAT168&PRODUCT_ID=PROD310&SKU_ID=SKU2283

Winter Coat Wish List

I love winter, purely because winter means Christmas. 

But more importantly I love the types of clothes you wear in the cold winter months, I much prefer big jumpers to summery crop tops (even though they were a fave of my this summer).

Last winter I lived in a pink fluffy coat from Topshop, 

I absolutely loved it and can't wait to put it back on this season! However I have found a number of coats which I NEED to have in my wardrobe, sadly they won't all make it...

The first one is again from Topshop:

http://www.topshop.com/en/tsuk/product/clothing-427/jackets-coats-2390889/fluffy-wool-check-duster-jacket-3330458?bi=201&ps=200

£78

I love how oversized this coat looks and after trying it on in the shops I fell in love, just don't currently have the £78 to spend on it! Burgundy is my favourite colour and I always seem to be wearing black so I think this coat is very practical and I need to have it in my wardrobe!

This second one is from River Island:

http://www.riverisland.com/women/coats--jackets/coats/Black-check-oversized-coat-658664

£80

Sticking to the same sort of look as the previous Topshop coat however the print on this one reminds me of an old farmers hacking jacket which is a style I love. Two years ago I brought myself a hacking jacket from Zara however it's short and I love how this River Island one is longer, perfect for cold days!

The third coat is from Next:

http://www.next.co.uk/g4088s5#697766g40

£70

This picture does not do this coat enough justice! I currently work part time in a Next store and fell I love with this coat when it made it's way into our store yesterday! I love the colours on it however I think that the belt is not needed and would probably detach it, if I'm lucky enough to buy it later on in the year!

And the final coat is from Zara:

http://www.zara.com/uk/en/woman/outerwear/houndstooth-wool-coat-c269183p2284771.html

£80

This coat is so practical yet stylish at the same time. I love the pattern on it and the black and white colouring means it could be worn with absolutely anything! This coat is the most expensive alongside the River Island one on my 'wish list' however I feel as though I may get the most wear out of it if I purchased it.

So there's a few of the coats I hope to get my hands on this winter, however with them all priced £70+ I think I'll have to have a sit down and make a favourite.

Which one would you buy? Or what's on your 'winter coat wish list' instead?!

Jesly 

Baking With My Lovely Nan

I'm certain that I get my love of baking from my nan. She's always made cakes and they're definitely at a bakery's standards (and I'm not being biased). I always say that one day I'll open a bakery for her and call it "Anne's Flans" even though the look and taste of a flan repulses me...

After I was born my mum and dad returned to work and so in the days I would go to my Nan and Grandad's house and I have the best memories of growing up there.It's given me such a close relationship to them both and I feel very lucky. 

I took Food Studies as a GCSE and actually achieved an A, which is a very rare occurrence for me.

My nan helped me all the time and we had so much fun thinking about all the things I could bake next (but I got my A on my own, don't worry).

So.. here's the ingredients for my Nan's beautiful butterfly cupcakes that she made just last Thursday:

4oz Butter

40z Self Raising Flour

4oz Sugar

2 Eggs

Betty crocker Butter cream Icing

Method:

The amount of ingredients above will make 15 Cupcakes.

Weigh out your ingredients then whisk the butter and sugar together.
Add the Flour and 2 beaten eggs gradually.

Bake in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius and keep an eye on them.
Bake until golden brown, this should take 10-15mins.
Make sure you turn them around half way through the bake.

Leave them to cool down.

My nan used ready made icing on this occasion,
 however you can use butter and icing sugar mixed together to make your own.

Use a  butter knife to cut a small hole out of the top of the cupcakes.

Use a Piping bag to pipe the icing into the small hole in the top of the cupcakes.

 

And here is the end result!

I would love to say that I helped and it was a lovely grandmother/granddaughter bonding experience but on this occasion I chatted away to her whilst she baked and ate the raw batter at the end.. Yum.

What's your favourite type of cupcake to make?

Jesly