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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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Garnier skin active micellar cleansing Gel water

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The new Garnier Skin Active Micellar Cleansing Gel Wash claims to remove all makeup while cleansing and soothing the skin with a rinse off formula. Garnier says that this is safe for face, eyes and lips while having no perfume and is even suitable for sensitive skin. The packaging is very similar to the Micellar Water as you can see and I really like that they decided to do a pump on this as it makes it much easier to dispense the product and apply to the face.

In one easy step it cleanses skin and removes makeup all over the face , even on lips and eyes. Perfectly clean and refreshed skin without rubbing.

How to use : Apply to a wet face. foam up with water and massage gently in circular motions on face focusing on lip and eye area. Rise off.

I Love it because it’s simple and does its job perfectly, does’t cause any imperfections and remove all the makeup excess……

I use Garnier products for a while and I’m happy with it.

Thanks 😉

Anita xx

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My top 5 current eye shadow palette

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The Market is currently flooded with amazing eye shadow palettes. Having one great eye shadow palette enables you to create numerous looks for every occasion. The best thing about the numerous choice is that there’s a palette to suit every budget too, so here’s my current top 5:

 

Too face Chocolate bar Palette 

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First up is Too Face Chocolate Bar,  I love this particular palette not only because of the smell… but because of the shade range! One of the things that I appreciate about this palette is that it has a wonderful selection of matte brown eye shadows!

Contains 16 matte and shimmer shades of natural browns, delicate pinks and luscious plums.

Stila Eyes are the window spirit 

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Stila Eyes Are The Window Shadow Palette Spirit is a must have eye shadow palette filled with best-selling shades. Contains 12 of Stila’s most iconic eye shadows to create limitless eye looks.

Naked 2 Urban Decay Basics 

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This Eye palette contains 6 shades. The pigmentation of these shadows is very good. They blend very smoothly and the colours merge with each other very easily. This palette can be easily be carried around in your bag while travelling.

Urban Decay Eye shadow palette Beauty with an edge 

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Urban Decay Beauty with an Edge Palette. Includes 12 amazing shimmery colours. Great magnetized packaging.

Revolution Makeup revolution London  essential mattes 2

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It comes in a classic black palette that consists of 12 shades. The top is transparent and it looks really attractive.  Makeup Revolution have already set the bar high with their great quality, inexpensive eye shadows.

I’d Love to know what your favorite eye palette is 😉

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Anita xx

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Makeup – Seven steps to Perfection

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Beautiful, flawless skin is something supermodels are born with, Right? Wrong. Pair a few carefully chosen products with the right tools and techniques and make it your birthright too.

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Application –Start with clean, well – moisturized skin, allowing the product time to skin in. For full coverage, dot foundation on the forehead, nose, chin and cheeks.

Blending – Blend foundation using your fingers . pressing and patting lightly into your skin, your makeup will look natural and healthy.

Concealer – Using a small brush or your finger, dot concealer around the inner and outer corners of your eyes. Gently press and blend into skin with your ring finger  but don’t rub in, as this will ‘drag’ delicate under eye skin. Best it you apply over your foundation, so that you can even out your skin tone.

Cover up – Hide any other blemishes that show through your foundation by dotting concealer with a sponge or small brush in tricky areas, such as under the jawline or around the nose. Pat it on with your finger to settle it on the skin.

To set Eye Makeup – To set concealer and foundation under and around the eyes. lightly dust them with a small, fine brush dipped in loose powder. Be careful not to apply to much; excess powder will only emphasize fine lines.

To set foundation and concealer – Use translucent powder that complements your foundation and won’t rob your skin of its natural glow.

Checks and balances – Keep an eye on your makeup throughout the day. Use a lighter formulation in summer or carry a stick foundation for easy touch-up. Avoid over-powdering if you don’t want to look caked. For a matte finish, balance out with moist lips or eyes.

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Hope you enjoyed reading , any question,comment below.

Thanks 😉

Anita xx 

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What’s new in my beauty stash

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Today I’m giving you a little sneak peak into my beauty stash, see what’s new …..

These are the products I purchased in the last days. Some I have used and others I have never been tried, so I’m excited to try …….

  • Royal Jelly Day and Night Cream
  • Coconut body mist
  • Miracle Glow facial oil
  • Planet Spa Hand cream
  • Avon Anew Dual Eye cream
  • Avon True colour mascara
  • Stila lipstick

Smooth this pampering Day cream into the skin each evening after cleansing to effectively moisturize and soften skin. Contains Royal Jelly, a nutrient rich natural ingredient known for its nourishing and hydrating properties . Honey, Shea and cocoa butters help condition skin while you sleep. Use in conjunction with Royal Jelly Night cream….. 

Smooth this pampering night cream into the skin each evening after cleansing to effectively moisturize and soften skin. Contains Royal Jelly, a nutrient rich natural ingredient known for its nourishing and hydrating properties . Honey, Shea and cocoa butters help condition skin while you sleep. Use in conjunction with Royal Jelly day cream….. 

Made with integrity. Neither this product nor its ingredients have been tested on animals

Not tested on animals BUAV approved

Coconut Body mist – This light body mist enriched with extract of coconut will leave your skin delicately scented.

Facial oil, Miracle Glow  – lightweight facial oil , absorbs quickly & non greasy …..

Planet spa Hand cream – With African Shea butter ,  immediate hydration and long-lasting moisturizing, even after hand washing.

 

Avon Anew – Dual eye System , Hydrating Eye cream. Instantly brightens the eye area. Over time, The look of lines and wrinkles around the eye virtually disappears.

Mascara Avon True colour – Hypoallergenic. Weightless formula for up to 14 hours. Extra-large brush for maximum coverage and definition. Unique helix brush applies more mascara to lash.

Stila Lipstick – Shade; coquille – Long wear , weightless, full coverage colour. Glides for the lips for a comfortable, creamy matte finish.

This is my favorite Item from all of them . I love lipsticks and I’m always exciting to try new ones….

Is there anything new in your beauty collection that you’re dying to try?

Thanks 😉

Anita xx

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Clean – up makeup tools

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Beware the unwashed makeup brush. It will leave traces of unwanted bacteria and colour on your face and will hinder the application of powder, lipstick and concealer. Follow these hints to get the best out of your brushes:

  • If you use makeup tools everyday, wash them regularly, every four to six weeks.
  • Use a mild baby shampoo to clean brushes and rise with a mild antiseptic solution.
  • For long powder brushes, sweep trough shampoo diluted with tepid water, then rinse under tap.
  • Finer brushes should be dipped into neat shampoo. then lathered before rinsing.
  • Direct heat damaged bristles, so don’t blow dry with your hair dryer.
  • To Dry, carefully squeeze out excess water with a towel, reshape and lay brushes flat on the edge of the basin, allowing the air to circulate. Dry overnight.

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Hygiene Tips 

  • Hygiene is an important aspect of makeup care. Wash your makeup bag itself every few weeks and rinse brushes, powder puffs and sponges in soap water at least once a month.
  • You are particularly at risk of infection in the case of mascaras and other products that come into contact with the eyes, so never be tempted to share or land our makeup.
  • Be careful when testing lipsticks; the herpes virus is easily transmitted via lipstick. Rather test lipsticks on the back of your hand.

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Always keep the used brushes away from the fresh ones as you don’t want the products from the used brushes to stick on to the fresh brushes. It not only increases you work load, but repeated cleaning can also reduce the life of the brush.

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Anita xx

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