Friday, 21 December 2012

Mamma Mio - Try me trio


This little beauty of a set I got from feel unique.com the other week. After getting Clean Slate in Glossybox's first special edition box and I been desperate to try more from them and this offered the perfect opportunity to do so.



First off I think this packaging is magical, having a quote from Marilyn Monroe being the main feature on the front of the box is great. Its just Mamma Mio all over, all about giving women confidence and great products and the rest comes second.
   
This is what I really like about it, they have made sure that the three items inside all have enough product for 10 days use day and night, so you can really get a good feel for the items. I really hate when you get samples of things that last about 2/3 days and you just can't get a good feel for if they work for you or not.


These are the 3 products you get in the set. Eye know, Clean Slate and Mighty Moisture.

Clean Slate has fast became my go to cleanser for removing makeup on days where I'm wearing more eye makeup as this cuts through makeup faster and, gentler and with more ease than anything I have seen before. It's quite like Nude cleansing oil in its effectiveness but I prefer the smell of this and having got both in my eye Clean Slate hurts less.


Mighty Moisture is a very simple product. It's a day and night moisturiser, it moisturised deeply without feeling heavy and it lasts a long time. I can't really fault it but nothing about it is exceptional either, that said I am really enjoying using it.


Eye Know is a nice wee product. It looks so tiney but it's already lasted the 10 days and is still only half way through. This feels lovely and cooling on the eyes, they feel so refreshed after using it.  Haven't noticed any difference in lines or colour of my eyes but they definitely look more perky and awake which is always a good thing. 


The set also came with a wee book. The front of it was all about Mamma Mio and their philosophy. hen they went to tell you a bit about the products and how best to use them, but it's that back of the book that is the best.  It's full of exercises for your face to keep it toned and youthful. When I first saw it I was like 'whaaaa, crazy people' but if you think about it it really does make sense, you go to the gym to tone muscle and keep in shape, your face is full of muscles so why not try to tone them up a bit. I'll post some examples of them later but my cave is 'The Lion' haha. Best not to do that one in front of any one I case they mistake you for one of the Crying Angels from Dr Who.


I've really loved using this and can defo see myself repurchasing in the near future. Have you tried this, what did you think?





Lorna xxx

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Tuesday, 18 December 2012

NOTD #1

Chritsmas is coming and i am feeling very in the spirit. :D I thought that i would try to get myself looking a little bit more merry and have got some Christmas Nail art done. Im really not very good at nail art but its fun to do and i enjoy it. 

As i say, i'm not very good at this arty type of thing but ill give it a go anyway:)

In this i used:
Essie - Fifth Avenue
Primark Nail Art Pen - White
Barry M -  Red glitter
Seche Vite

What do your Christmas nails look like?
 

Lorna xxx

Selfridges calender days 16&17

Just a really quick wee post here about what was in the calender the past few days. I got a Lancome juicy tubes in both. Neither have names but one is a rosey red and the other an icy pink; both with a nice sparkle through them.  Sorry if this post looks a bit bad but I'm having to do it from my phone and I can't edit the layout at all :-)
Hope your enjoying the Christmas season :-)

Lorna ♡♥☆★



Sunday, 16 December 2012

December Glossybox

My December Glossybox arrived yesterday amistd a pile of cards and presents that are arriving daily now. (not presents for me of course, presents ive ordered for other people and still need to wrap) Its has been quite a good box i think.


It came in this lovely stylish silver box which i thought was nice as i was worrying it woud be a gaudy red and green thing.


This was the little book that came with it which i thought just looked quite pretty so id put a photo in.


I didnt want to show off this whole page encase i was reaking rules or something but you got a nice list of discound codes of things including Nuxe, Monu, Caudalie and HD Brows. 

Its Christmasssssss!!!!!!!!


Lemon by Mary Greenwell Eau de Parfum. Mary Greewell is a British makeup artish with a loyal following of celebrity clients. This is her second fragrance, her first being Plum which was released last year. This is a nice light fragrance which i think i might keep for summer as i like heavier scents during winter.  This retails for £90 quid for 100ml so its a nice wee addition.

Sleep True colour Lipstick Amped in a Matte finish. Now i really like this lipstick, its lovely and soft and creamy and the colour payoff is really great, its a very vibrant pink quite like a very bright MAC Rebel in the type of pink. I just dont like that its a sleek product, its not luxury or highend, infact its low budget drugstore. And its barely a full size lipstick. This retails for £4.99 in store.

Seche Nail Laquer 14ml in Lumiere. I love these polishes and the brand is great. These retail for £9.95 which basically pays for the box. I would be prasing glossybox to the heavens if not for one thing. The colour is dreadfull. Actually disgusting old fashioned yellow pearled pink thing. Even after 4 coats is was still translucent and icky. but ill stop complaining now.

Rituals Magic touch. This is a whipped body cream that is cherry blossom and rice milk. This smells lovely, like johnsons baby range with a slightly floraly smell. This 70ml version is £5.

SebaMed Antidry Night intensive cream. This is only a 10ml sample and i think they could have given a slightly bigger one. This is £9.99 for 50ml. Ive not tried this yet as i really don't need an anti-dry cream so i might stick this is someones stocking.

And Glossybox also popped in a little blusher of there own make in the shade glossy Rosewood but im not expecting too much from is after their lipstick.

And thats it for Glossygox this year. ...Or is it!!!!

Ive ordered their latest speciality box for my mum from christmas so ill get to see whats in that anyway hehe :D

Did you get anything else in your glossybox this month?

Lorna xxx

Selfridges calander Days 1-15 and im backkkk

I HAVE RETURNED!!!


Nobody probably noticed but i have been very absent of late, ive just had so much uni work and then i was ill and the shift in the hospital on top of that meant ive been doing little other than working, traveling, sleeping and puking.

The night shifts are over, placement is done, ive recovered from my sickness bug, just one essay pending then im FREE for christmas. 

Now we may be at day 16 already but this will not stop me, my posts for my selfridges advent calander are coming up. We're going to have a quick fast forward (lets call it a montage for dramatic effect) of days 1-15 here and then we'll start afresh with daily posts.



So here it is ... (cue montage music)...

Days 1-3

Day 1 - Viktor & Rolf Flowerbomb - In the words of Viktor & Rolf themselves:
Flowerbomb provides an opportunity to 'escape reality and heal the world... It's about transforming negative into positive.' 

Day 2 - Kiehls Ultimate Strength Hand Salve - Formulated for the driest, most active hands, this popular hand cream contains a blend of botanical oils to soothe, condition and moisturize the skin. The thick, rich and non-greasy formula is instantly absorbed to form a glove-like protective barrier against moisture loss

Day 3 - Lancôme Rénergie Multi-Lift Lifting Firming Anti-Wrinkle Cream SPF 15
 
Days 4-6

Day 4 - Lancome - Eau Micellaire Douceur - The picture for 4 is missing because ive been using it too much and its at my fiances house.

Day 5 - Shu Uemura Skin Purifier Whitefficient Clear Brightening Gentle Cleansing Oil - Shu Uemura cleansing oil was developed from the knowledge that Mr. Uemura gained while working as a foremost hollywood makeup artist in the 1950s. The secret to Shu Uemura cleansing oil is protecting the skin's delicate balance while removing make-up and impurities in a single step.

Day 6 - Diesel Loverdose - Loverdose is the sexy & addictive fragrance from Diesel. It represents a woman who is sexy, playful and irresistible. She receives an overdose of love from those around her, but she wants more. She desires pleasure, adrenaline & passion. 

Days 7-9

Day 7 - Lancome Genifique Eye Youth Activating Eye Concentrate Eye Puffiness Treatments - Lancôme's Génifique Youth Activating Eye Concentrate combines Génifique Technology with buckwheat extract in this unique formula for the delicate eye area. This refreshing gel texture helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and under–eye bags. While the eye area looks brighter, more refined and radiant, as if infused with life.

Day 8 - Lancome La vie est belle Eau de Parfum - La vie est belle is a French expression meaning life is beautiful. A philosophy of life and happiness or universal declaration to the beauty of life.

Day 9 - Lancome Hypnose Star Mascara - Intense Volume, Curled Lashes.
The Star eye-look by Lancôme. Create show-stopping eyes with our mascara and dual-sided brush leaves lashes looking volumised and curled. A “Black Diamond” shade dresses lashes in a deep and glamorous intensity. 

Days 10-12

Day 10 - Lancome Hypnose Mascara - Turn up the volume of your lashes for hypnotising eyes!
Control the look of your lashes – from subtle to sexy! With soft sculpt Formula.

Day 11 -  Lancome L'ABSOLU NU 302 voile de rose

Day 12 -  Lancome Tresor - A smooth blend of florals and exotic spices, it begs to be worn with layers of cashmere and lots of expensive jewellery. Tresor pefume is a truly chic fragrance.

Days 13-15

Day 13 -  Keihls Midnight Recovery Concentrate - The elixir works all night to replenish the skin with moisture and leave younger-looking. skin by morning. Enriched with a blend of naturally derived ingredients including Squalane, Evening Primrose, and a blend of essential oils. 

Day 14 - Génifique Youth Activating Concentrate -
Instantly, skin feels silky soft, smooth and supple. Drop by drop, day and night, skin appears breathtakingly beautiful, radiant, even-toned and more refined. Skin looks noticeably younger, as if infused with life.

Day 15 - Yves Saint Laurent Long-Lasting Waterproof Eye Pencil -
This versatile waterproof eye pencil is your make-up bag essential! The supple yet firm texture enables Yves Saint Laurent Long-Lasting Waterproof Eye Penci to be used as an eyeliner, kohl or eye shadow. An eye pencil that creates a sophisticated, long-lasting look in the blink of an eye, its highly pigmented formula delivers lasting colour in a velvety texture that glides on smoothly and precisely. The built-in blending tip allows you to achieve multiple effects—from a precise eyeliner to a smoky eye shadow to a dramatic kohl look.


The wee blurbs are from the makers/owning companies.

Its done !!! Im back on track and i wont be leaving again:)

Day 16 coming tonight:D

Lorna xxx

Saturday, 8 December 2012

November favourites


Now this is me finally getting this done (almost) on time for a change, and I'm having to write it on my break before i get back to my shift :-). I've had so many products I've liked this past month but these are the ones that have really wowed me.

 Ive got a real variety of products this month. Makeup, Haircare, Skincare, Home wear, perfume and a wee special bit at the end. 
 

Hair
Stilla Jade Blossom Hair Refresher
Ojon Volume Advance Thickening Spray

Face
Origins High potency Night a mins
Emma Hardie Amazing Face Cleansing Balm
Dermalogica Daily Microfolient
Hydraluron

Makeup
Mua Eyebrow Pallete
MAC Dramatic Encounter

Other
Paca Rabanna Lady Million
This Works Sleep
Neom Candle (cant remember which one)
Catseye makeup bag (sooo cute)








Sorry this is so crap and uninformative but im rushing so much. arrrrgh shifts are crazy at the moment. Ive either spoke about these before or am going to do an in depth thing soon. Also ive not forgot about my Selfridges advent calander, the post is on its way, ive been working on it a little bit at a time whenever i get a second.

Cya more soon

Lorna xxx