Post Christmas Haul - SpaceNK

Yes Yes I've been gone.

I was gone, then i said i was coming back, then i was gone, then i said i was coming back... and it just kinda never happened did it.

Lets forget my blatant lies to you all though, new year new me and all that.

I haven't went quite as mad with the sale shopping this year as i did last (having less money to spend will to that to a girl) but i still managed to grad in a few bargains.

Aromatherapy Associates Little Bell £5 - Reduced from £10

Up until now i have managed to keep a secret from you all but not after this post. I am completely (like its genuine problem) with Aromatherapy Associates mini bottles. I wont be wanting any full size ones, just the mini ones, be it the ever cute baby 3ml or right up to the 7.5ml toddlers.

This is a 7.5ml bottle of Revive Morning and can be used in the bath (my personal preference) or prior to entering the shower. It smells beautiful and quite classic, it doesn't make you sleepy or leave you smelling like a potpourri bowl for the next hour like some others do.

This Works - Dream Believers £10 - Reduced from £20

I have to admit i am disappointed after buying this. I really expected them to smell like the pillow spray but alas they are not to my taste. Musky is the only word i can think of to describe it (and not in a lovely body shop white musk way).

Will definitely be passing this on and hopefully it will find the home it deserves.

This Works - Dream on £6 - Reduced from £12

This has sold out on the SpaceNK site but is available still for £9 directly from This Works Here.

Beginning to get a bit of a theme here (and it ain't ending anytime soon.)

I must say i don't know what was going through my head when i was buying this (it was late Christmas day, sober was not really the right word) but i assumed it was bigger than the 12ml it is. Not that i am complaining, this smells much more like it! Beautiful and calming and fresh, not a hint of muskiness here.

Laura Mercier - Shimmer Effects Mini Caviar Stick Eye Colour Collection  £14 - Reduced from £28

I would never have paid £28 for this but at half price i think it is well worth it. With four truly pretty colours that all compliment each other, a creamy blendable formula and the cuteness factor for size this was something i had to have.

Also currently out of stock.

Aromatherapy Associates Festive Collection £17 - Reduced from £35

Okay so i may have almost bought two of these sets, almost. 10 mini bottles of 3ml each, heaven. Each bottle is a different scent and i love them all. Can you tell I get these sets every year i can in the sale. 

Also currently out of stock.

Life NK - Drift Away Collection £10 - Reduced from £20

This set contains a Milk soak (not sure what this is exactly), Body Lotion, Body wash and a Candle. I haven't got around to trying any of these as of yet but its looking good i think?

Let me know if you have.

 

Top 5 Christmas Sets - £25 and under

Christmas gift sets are one of my favourite things. You get to try lots for not a lot.

These five that i have picked out were my favourite from the lower end of the price range when trawling through the Selfridges website (which currently has 10% off beauty).

  Nails Inc - Autumn/Winter Collection - £22

Set contains:
Sloane Gardens - unique navy glitter
Chester Street - unique pearl
Bruton Mews - deep forest green
Richmond Terrace - deep forest plum
Jerymn Street - classic taupe
Chelsea Bridge Road - tomato red

  Clarins all about lips Collection - £18

This is a steal at this price for anyone a little Clarins crazy like me.

Includes: Colour Quench Lip Balm 02 Peach Nectar 7ml

Gloss Prodige 04 Candy 2.5ml

Rouge Eclat 13 Woodrose 1.5g

Instant Light Natural Lip perfector 01 Rose Shimmer 5ml

complimentary make-up bag

  Neom Thee Nights of Peace Collection - £10

Includes

Complete Bliss Bath Oil 5ml

Real Luxury Bath Oil 5ml

Tranquillity Bath Oil 5ml

Clinique Black Honey Beauty Set - £25

 

Almost Lipstick in Black Honey 1.9g

Superbalm Moisturizing Gloss, 7ml

A Different Nail Enamel for Sensitive Skins in Black Honey, 5ml

High Impact Mascara in Black, 3.5ml

 

 

 Origins Ornament Christmas Bauble - £12

The bauble comes in two colours but both contain the same products and are dispatched randomly.

Includes

• Plantscription™ Serum 7ml
• Drink Up™ Intensive Mask 7ml
• GinZing™ Eye Cream 5ml
• Modern Friction™ 5ml
• Make A Difference™ Plus+ Moisturiser 5ml 

Sunday will have my top 5 Over £25 and for some reason it packed with Laura Mercier.

NOTD #6

This is a brand new polish of mine (post coming soon about where I got it). Now I know this is not really a traditional seasonal shade for autumn into winter but frankly my dear I don't give a damn. (...can you tell I'm excited that Gone With The Wind is coming back to cinemas?)

This is Topshop 'AWOL' and it's blue. Not a navy blue or a sky blue or even an aquamarines colour. It's just blue! 
It's the first Topshop nail polish I have worn and I'm impressed. I have lost my topcoat so had to go without and although it's looking a little less shiny than I'm used to I haven't been seeing chips appearing on any of my nails. I've decided I'll be wearing this well into winter, I'll be trying to out-blue the cold. 

Lorna xxx


 

Todays Makeup #1

Today my makeup is a little into uncharted territory for me. Usually i have a dark or bright lip but today i decided to go for a nude one. The lipstick is a M.A.C Matte shade in Velvet Teddy and to be honest I'm not completely sold on it. What do you think?

 

Lorna xxx

MAC Viva Glam I. Original and best.

Please excuse the cat hair in the background of the photos, new kitty Morag really likes the bed :)



Hello there, do i have a new lipstick love and a half. Ive been wearing this constantly since i got it.

This is the first ever MAC Viva Glam i have ever bought and it just so happens to be the first ever MAC Viva Glam... and i love it. I'm not into the bright pink that some have been but i do love me a dark lip. This is a wonderfully vampire-y red. Rich and full with a touch of brown to keep it in darker territories.
"The original VIVA GLAM girl is back! The fabulous RuPaul, first face of VIVA GLAM in 1994, returns with her outspoken burgundy red Lipstick - now also available as a Lipglass. For each sale of MAC Viva Glam Lipstick and Lipglass, the full RRP (less VAT) is paid to MAC Aids Fund (registered UK charity number 1147222) and goes towards helping women, men and kids everywhere affected by HIV and  AIDS. "

 

Having seen all the other Viva Glam editions this is definitely my favourite. You just cant beat an original classic.

Lorna xxx



 

Don't feel the burn: Care in the Sun before and after

Now that I am back and considering I'm going on holiday this month for a week in the sun you may notice this blog take a turn of a decidedly singular nature 'Cause Ive got sun and summer on the brain babyyy. (Creepiness over promise).

This post will be all about my favourite sun protection and after sun products.

As much as I listen to Ms Cassey Ho from Blogilaties when she tells me to (try) to enjoy the burn, I only want to feel it under the skin,  not on it.

I don't burn easily, I tend just to tan, but that doesn't mean I'm taking any chances when it comes to protecting my skin and hair. 

I rely on an extensive list of products with different spf's and different jobs.  So I am well set for any and all situations/time of day.

Banana Boat - Kids powder-dri - spf 30

This is my favourite sun tan lotion for on the beach. It may be for kids but I'm just a big kid so I don't care. Ha.
It smells just like bananas for a start, and not in a sickly sweet way. Just ah-may-zing.
The best thing about this though is that it dries instantly like a powder!  Which means you don't have sand getting stuck all over you at the beach. 

Malibu spf20 dry oil spray

This is what I use when I'm out and about on holiday. It's easy to use as it sprays like a mist more than a leak like so many spray sun protection. It spreads and rubs in easily without any effort at all. Also it has no chance of white marks with this one. It really does dry as a good dry oil should too.

Malibu spf8 bronzing tanning oil

Now this is a controversial one. First let me say this should only be used by people who don't burn and tan very easily. I only ever use this on the areas like my tummy that tan very well and never show any redness, never on my face or shoulders.  I would also not recommend this as your only source of sun protection or for use when out walking on a trip.
When I do use this (for short periods of time) it gives a lovely golden tan, and my akin never feels dry. 

Malibu spf15 scalp and hair protector

This is a lovely non oily spray that I love using. How many of you have burnt the scalp at the parting in your hair? Ouch much? And sun damaged hair is so hard to get back into good condition.  This is an easy to use,  cheap,  no fuss product that does its job well. Sorted.

For after sun I have two favourites that I switch between depending on how my skin is feeling.

Banana Boat Aloe Vera Gel
I use this when Ive spent longer in the sun during the day or maybe just on parts of my body that has dried out slightly more during the day. It cools and soothes better than any after sun i have tried before and as its a gel it dies off super quick so no sticky feeling.

Malibu Moisturising After Sun With Tan Extender
I use this more in the later stages of the holiday when Ive got a bit more of a good tan going and then continue using it when i get back. It really does help with the tan having a tiny bit of fake tan in it so its basically a very low concentration of gradual moisturiser going on.

Now these do weigh a lot all together which is why i usually decant some into smaller and lighter bottles, also if its me and Mr BeautyandKittens going on holiday then we would have half in each case so it works out quite well.

These are now going to bed in my suitcase so ready for my Hen do Holiday. Only 10 days to go :D

Maybe ill vlog some of it.:p

Lorna :D

 

August Clothing '13 Wishlist

Its August and the tiny bit of summer we had is a far distant memory. This means new season shopping time for me and I've been seeing quite a few things that have been tickling my fancy. 

The first lot are my absolute LOVES this month and the second lot are just things i really really like.

Topshop - Satin and Velvet Strap Bralet - £25

Zara - Leather Ankle boots with straps- £89.99

Topshop - Petite Long line Leather-look Biker Jacket - £75

Zara - Chain Clutch bag - £29.99

Topshop - Light Check Boyfriend Throw on Coat - £75 

Topshop - MOTO Washed Black Mom Jeans - £40

Topshop - Bright Fluro Shirt - £38

Topshop - GESTURE Panelled Hi Court Shoes - £62

Topshop - Colourblock Bowler Bag - £35

...So I'm liking my Topshop this month it seems.

No way ill be affording all of these (or any :p) but a girl can dream eh?