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My Maybelline lip products

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Maybelline has a huge variety of  lip products, for me they are the best drugstore lip products.

They have an extensive selection of beautiful lipsticks that are very creamy, feel light and soft on the lips. They are easy to apply and always go on smoothly.

These lipsticks are a great and affordable way to incorporate bold lip colours into your makeup collection….

  • 975 Divine Wine
  • 220 sugar plum 
  • 108 Pink pearl 
  • 207 pink fling 
  • 842 rosewood pearl 
  • 740 coffee craze 
  • 725 Tantalizing Taupe 

Lip liner 132 sweet pink , lipstick super stay 24 color,  lip balms, this is what I have in my collection from  Maybelline

 

Have you tried Maybelline’s lip products ? What’s your opinion on them? Whats your favorite drugstore lip products ? I hope you all enjoyed this post.

Thanks 😉

Anita xx

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MY FAVORITE EYELINERS

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Hi everyone, welcome back ….

If every girl has her signature beauty look, mine definitely includes a swipe of eyeliner.

When choosing a liner I look for a brand that stays all day, doesn’t smudge and has an applicator that is easy to use.

For this post I have four eye liners to share with you.

  1. The Lancome Grandiose Liner is completely unique and like no other liner that I’ve come across before. This is the liner that is all about that bend. What I mean by this is that the lid of the actual liner bends at an angle which enables you to create that perfect wing.
  2. The L’Oreal ultra precision liquid eyeliner in a sponge-tipped pen. A long-lasting precise line. Super liner is a liquid eyeliner in a special sponge tipped pen for the creation of fine lines or thick. Colour is applied with precision and ease and dries without smudging.
  3. Bourjois Liner Pinceau Eyeliner fluid formula, enriched with deep intense colour, stays in place all day. Its fine high precision brush applicator enables you to draw a thin or thick accurate line as you wish, so you can create an expert result in just a stroke!
  4. Rimmel Liquid eyeliner -Perfect definition. High colour intensity. This liner produces fine precise lines with one brush stroke. Film forming ingredients bond the colour pigment to the skin for long lasting wear.

Tried any of these? Have other favorites? Let me know down below!

Thanks 😉

Anita xx

 

Eurovision Song Contest – Portugal

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Hi everyone , welcome back ,

This post is different, I want to share something that make me feel very happy….

First time Portugal has won the competition.

“Music is not fireworks, music is feeling, so let’s try to do this and bring music back.”

First for Portugal

In over six decades of the Eurovision Song Contest, this is Portugal’s first win.

As a Portuguese I feel very proud of my country, for the first time we win the Eurovision, I even don’t know how to describe my feelings; emotion, happy, proud….. I remember when I was a little girl, seated on my sofa, with my family watch the Eurovision and wish for Portugal to win and after many year this just happen …. Thanks Salvador Sobral and thank you everyone that makes it possible….

Song “Amar pelos dois”

Thanks 😉

Anita xx

Review- Shine Burst Gloss Stick

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With summer making an appearance soon, !! it’s time to put away the heavy lipsticks and bring out the lighter summer lip products. And these new Avon Shine Burst Gloss Sticks are about to become your perfect summer makeup accessory.

The Lipstick that’s perfect for Shine & Hydration.

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  • Shine supreme is the new, rich colour lipstick that’s bursting with hydrating coconut oil and caring super fruits.
  • Long lasting shine with juicy moisture.
  • Shine enhancers reflect rich, vibrant colour.
  • Contains a blend of high shine ingredients.
  • Silky-smooth, glide on application.
  • Non-bleeding.
  • Weightless shine.
  • Feels ultra-comfortable.
  • Provides more shine than a lipstick.
  • Provides wet shine.
  • SPF15

They have a slim pencil kind of shape and are fairly easy to apply. The bullet is small enough for you to get precise application without needing to use lip pencil.

The Thing I love is that the glosses aren’t at all sticky, they leave your lips feeling really hydrated.

There are 10 shades to choose from ranging from pinks and purples to nudes and reds.

Have you tried these Shine Burst Gloss Sticks before?

Thanks 😉

Anita xx

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How to choose your foundation

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The foundation is the base for all makeup. Getting it right is important.

One thing that I have learn is that you should pick a foundation that is at least 1 shade lighter than your skin tone.

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Whether you’re using a liquid, powder, or stick foundation, it all begins with a colour check.  When you do a colour test on your skin choose either your jaw line or your neck to apply the colour to, make sure you wait a few minutes for it to dry, as the colour can change. Sometimes the colour can turn pink, or slightly orange after drying. This is why many women end up with the wrong colour.

 

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IF YOU HAVE NORMAL SKIN, your foundation choice may range variously from tinted moisturizer to mineralised bases. Just choose the one for you depending upon the coverage desired and the occasion.

IF YOU HAVE DRY SKIN, pick a hydrating or oil-free moisture formula. Most foundations have a time-release system that can continuously moisturize for up to 11 hours.

IF YOU HAVE OILY SKIN, opt for a water-based or oil-free formula and use powder.

 

TO CONCEAL UNEVEN PIGMENTATION, look for a full-coverage formula. Cream-to-powder varieties are the best for you.

When choosing a foundation

According to skin-tone: It’s preferable to try your shade in full day light, while not solely depending upon the lighting of the cosmetic store you’re buying the product from.

Light– For fair ivory skin tones

Medium – For light medium to beige skin tones

Tan – For slightly darker complexions, including golden tan to olive tones.

Dark – For deep, rich complexions, including medium – brown to dark tones.

 

Hope this post help some of you who are wishing to incorporate foundation in your makeup routine .

Have a great weekend everyone

Thanks 😉

Anita xx

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Avon makeup haul

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Avon and I have built a relationship over the years where I purchase a few bits and bobs every month. Anyway I ordered a few thinks I like . I won’t be reviewing them yet, I just thought I’d share with you what I bought;

  • Glow on Face Illuminator– Perfect, Moisturises and adds natural – looking radiance £6
  • True colour Winged Out Mascara –  Grabes every single lash for a winged – out finish £8.50
  • Mark Gel Pencil Eyeliner – Super soft, Bold finish gel liner £6
  • True Colour Perfectly Matte Lipstick –  lightweight , hydrating formula. £8
  • Shine Burst Gloss Stick – Bursting coconut oil caring superfruits. Shine & Hydration £4.50
  • True Colour Glow Bronzing Powder – Compact formula in a matte or shimmer finish.£6

If you’d like a review on any of these items individually – please do let me know in the comments below;

Thanks 😉

Anita xx

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5 Must have makeup brushes in your vanity

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Every beauty enthusiast knows that it’s important to have good makeup brushes in their beauty arsenal. Today, I’m showing you my 5 must-have makeup brushes;

 

Foundation brush- One of the most ideal method for applying foundation is by using a foundation brush. Using a brush for applying foundation ensures a smooth and even application, which looks natural.

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Concealer brush- As the name suggests, a concealer brush is used for concealer application.

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 Blusher Brush- Use the right brush for the right job! The Blusher Brush defines cheekbones and is perfectly angled for precise and defined blush placement.

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Powder brush- Apply the brush on your face with a smooth action, without giving much pressure into your face. Use a little round movement for the best possible move and finishing. Make sure it’s big and make sure it’s fluffy!

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Eye shadow brush- This one definitely must have, if you want a perfect eye makeup, especially if you like a smoky eye.

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Thanks 😉

Anita xx

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Bag essentials

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This is going to be an updated post about what’s in my bag and specially about what are the kind of essentials to keep in a small handbag.

A few essentials that I always keep in my bag are of course the wallet, the phone and the keys but I also always carry a compact powder with a mirror for “touch ups” throughout the day.

Lipstick and perfume, I always carry around……

Wallet , sunglasses, perfume, lipstick, powder, hand sanitizer and keys. These are just a few of the things that help make my everyday a little easier.

These are my essentials, what are yours?

Thanks 😉

Anita xx

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5 things you don’t know about me

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One thing I noticed when looking back is that I haven’t shared a lot about myself with you all. It’s time this changes, so here are 5 things you don’t know about me:

  1. I am Portuguese, I live in London for 8 years and I love living here, I can’t imagine living in a different country.

  2. I quit smoking a year ago, I smoked for 30 years. I am very proud of myself, I stopped without any help.

  3. I’m addicted for makeup, my makeup collection is very big , I have 158 lipsticks and 37 eye shadow palettes 😉 …………

  4. I always have things to do , I’m a makeup artist, blogger and I’ m quality controller in my full time job.

  5. I am a very stressed and anxious person, I get easily nervous, but I can calm down very quickly.

Hope you enjoy reading 😉

Thanks

Anita xx

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