My current beauty lust list

Leighton Denny Small crystal nail file £12.00

What the brand says about this product:

The Rolls Royce of Nail Files

135 mm File in an Aluminium Case

A double award winning nail file! 

Previously InStyle magazine voted it Best Nail File and now the gurus of the beauty industry, Cosmetic Executive Women, have voted it Best Manicure Product. What an accolade!

This smaller CRYSTAL FILE has the same perfect filing surface as the large file and also comes with the same lifetime guarantee*. The finest lead crystal is carefully treated to create the perfect nail file. Leighton Denny's CRYSTAL NAIL FILES simply turn the nail edge to dust. Traditional nail files can leave the nail edge rough or uneven, but the CRYSTAL FILE smoothes the nail completely, 

sealing it, leaving not a trace of a split or catch.

Why I want it:

Despite being a nail addict you may be shocked to hear I have never had a proper nail file! My nails are always breaking when im on the go so I plan on popping this in my bag for such emergencies and fingers crossed it delivers on its promise to not leave the nail rough or uneven.

Babyliss Pro 30 Piece Ceramic Roller Set £34.95

What the brand says about this product:

With 4 different sizes, this heated roller set is ideal for creating movement, body and defined curls, plus the Ceramic technology gives the ultimate high shine finish.

• 30 heated rollers: 6 small, 8 medium, 8 large and 8 jumbo
• Ceramic for even heat distribution and shiny, smooth curls
• Easy grip rollers with cool rims
• 15 super clips and 30 colour coded metal pins
• 2 temperature settings
• Space saving folding arm for vertical positioning

Why I want it:

My hair is super fine and really needs a boost. I have read a ton of reviews on these rollers and loads of girls with fine hair say the large rollers are perfect for adding volume that will last all day. The different size rollers means a variety of looks can be achieved.

Yes To Carrots Hair and Scalp Mud Mask £8.16

What the brand says about this product:

With those beautiful luxurious locks, you're already our muse! Yes To Carrots Hair and Scalp Mud Mask will keep your temptress tresses nourished, moisturized, soft and tangle-free. Let your hair be as radiant as you are!

• Dead Sea Mud
• Dead Sea Minerals
• Paraben Free

Why I want it:

This product is vegan friendly, cruelty free and will hopefully give my hair a welcome boost of moisture!

 Super Strong Liquid Treatment £7.95

What the brand says about this product:

Introducing a powerful leave-in remedy to strengthen fine, weak or chemically treated hair. NEW Super Strong Liquid Treatment helps strengthen hair by up to 60% after just one application and it continues to strengthen with repeated use. A daily spritz of this concentrated leave-in remedy on damp hair can help recharge chemically-treated, damaged, weak or fine hair. Recommended for use with Super Strong Shampoo.

Why I want it:

Did I mention my hair is a absolute mess at the moment?! I have been on the hunt for a leave in conditioner for ages that wont weigh my fine hair down and make it look greasy. This one is from a brand that do not test on animals and the product seems to have mostly great reviews.

Superdrug Optimum Swiss Apple Day Cream

£9.99 (usually £12.99)

What the brand says about this product:

Nature and science combine to form a new Anti-Ageing active ingredient.

Revolutionary anti-ageing day cream with PhytoCellTec (TM) Malus Domestica which uses extracts from Swiss Uttwiler Spätlauber Apples to promote a fresher and younger-looking complexion. Helps to minimise the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

• With UVA/UVB protection system
• With Hyaluronic Acid to help firm, soften and soothe the skin

Why I want it:

All of superdrug's own brand products are super affordable, not tested on animals and clearly state on the packaging if they are suitable for vegetarians or vegans. I need a new day cream and have heard great things about the 

Superdrug apple range so this will be the next one I purchase.

Biore Ultra Deep Cleansing Pore Strips £4.06 

(usually £8.12)

What the brand says about this product:

New! Custom fit. Unclogs & invigorates. Maximum strength nose strips remove stubborn, pore-clogging dirt, oil and blackheads as they refresh and purify pores. With tea tree oil, menthol and witch hazel. 6 nose strips.

The only thing worse than your typical blackhead is a stubborn one. Bioré® ultra deep cleansing pore strips offer maximum pore cleansing power to combat headstrong pore-clogging dirt and oil around the nose area.

Formulated with tea tree oil, menthol and witch hazel, you can feel the strips working as they deep clean, refresh and purify pores. When used regularly, Bioré® ultra deep cleansing pore strips actually diminish the appearance of pores.

Bioré® ultra deep cleansing pore strips have an innovative slit design for improved fit.

Why I want it:

I am obsessed with looking at my pores up close on the magnifying mirror and lately I have not liked what I have seen! Plus looking at all the gunk that they draw out of the skin is kind of fun......im not the only one that feels that way right? :P Expect a review on these soon!

Are any of you girls a fan of the products I have mentioned?

Marina 

xo

NOTD: Purple and pink scotch tape stripes

Hello, just another manicure using my beloved scotch tape, not really happy with this one *sighs* its nothing special:

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What I used:

Accessorize Electric Purple

Rimmel Strawberry Fizz

Scotch Tape

Marina

xo

NOTD: Purple & pink reverse french manicure

Hello, just a quick scotch tape manicure. Sorry the pictures are not the best quality....took them in the evening.

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What I used:

Accessorize electric purple (2 coats)

China Glaze Admire 

Scotch Tape

Marina

xo

Some Accessorize nail polish swatches :)

Hi :) I recently added to my Accessorize nail polish collection and thought I would share some swatches with you in case any of you were thinking of taking advantage of the 2 for £4.99 offer in Superdrug at the moment :)

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Electric Purple

3 coats were needed of this one. It has a satin finish which I was surprised by as the rest of them are glossy. I would rate this one 7/10

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Indigo

2 coats were needed of this one. This one is my favourite out of all four. I love the colour and it has such a glossy finish. I would rate this one 9/10

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Baby Blue

An arduous 4 coats were needed of this one! It's a nice colour but having to do so many coats means despite this I would only it 5/10

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Candy Pink

Another 4 coater! Again its a pretty colour but not worth all the effort! With this in mind id rate it 5/10. It looks rather peachy in this photo but in real life its alot pinker.

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I had hoped they would be more opaque in less coats so my search for a new baby blue and pastel pink goes on! I still like all of them, the paler one will be a perfect base for nail art......only on days where I have plenty of time to spare waiting on each coat drying!

Do you like any of them?

Are you like me that you feel very few nail

 polishes are worth the effort of applying more 

than 2 coats?

Marina

xo

Accessorize baked eyeshadow duo in pick up line

Hello :) I have only recently discovered the lovely Accessorize make up brand and adore some of their ultra pretty nail polish shades so I thought id take the plunge and try some of their other make up items.

First up their baked eyeshadow duo in 'pick up line' which costs £4.00 from http://www.accessorize.com and selected Superdrug stores.

And here it is:

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Accessorize say:

• Highly pigmented complimenting shadows that instantly bring colour & eyes to life!
• The formula has been baked not pressed, offering 2 application options
• Apply wet for more dramatic and intense colour
• Apply dry for a soft shimmery finish
• Achieve rich, colourful, long-lasting application that is never chalky
• When wet try the deeper shades as an eyeliner

Here it is swatched just once without a primer:

 

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As you can see it is quite sheer but coverage can be built up for a more dramatic look.

Here it is applied sparingly to my eyes:

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Please excuse my sickly face!

And a close up:

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I adore this eyeshadow! Its so shimmery and the colour combination is just gorgeous. I did not have high expectations as its so cheap but I have been proven wrong as its a great product that really delivers on its promises. I cant wait to get more of these duo's!

So what do you think? Have you tried these eye shadows yet?

Marina 

xo

NOTD: Cross your heart and hope to die

Hello :) Another experiment with Scotch Tape! Nothing special im afraid.......

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What I used:

Models Own 'Black Magic' (2 coats)

Models Own 'Sterling Silver'

China Glaze holographic topcoat

Scotch Tape

Marina

xo

Gosh Extreme Art Liquid Eyeliner in Silver 14 (Swatch)

Hello, this is going to be a very quick post! I am a huge fan of Gosh Extreme Art eyeliners. I reviewed them a while back  **click here** and feel the exact same way about this new one I picked up last week in Superdrug!

The one I purchased this time was number 14 Silver:

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Here it is swatched once on my uber pale hand:

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Its a lovely pale but bright highly opaque silver :) 

Once again I would completely recommend these liners for those among of us with watery eyes looking for eyeliners that truly live up to their waterproof claims. 

Don't forget to pick up a good eye make up remover as you will need it!  

At the moment I am using Superdrugs own brand 'Simply pure gentle eye make up remover' which is great but sometimes nothing beats a drop of olive oil for removing stubborn waterproof eye make up :)

Marina

xo

Scotch tape NOTD: China Glaze holographic stripes

Hello, another quick scotch tape manicure:

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What I used:

Models Own 'Black Magic' (2 coats)

China Glaze 'DV8' (Teal) & China Glaze 'QT' (Pinky red)

China Glaze holographic topcoat

Scotch Tape

Marina

xo

Accessorize Nail Polish: Aztec & Electric Blue

Hello :) My friend and I were in Edinburgh 2 weeks ago and randomly popped into Superdrug and spotted an Accessorize make-up stand......I was overjoyed! 

My friend kindly bought me these two polishes which I have lusted after for months now after seeing other bloggers amazing swatches.

I got Electric Blue and Aztec. They were £4.00 each.

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Two coats of Electric Blue.....looking at this picture I think a third coat was needed: 

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And three coats of Aztec:

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I can't wait to try stamping on them :)

Are any of you fans of the Accessorize make up range?

Marina 

xo

NOTD: Lilac with purple holo french tips

Hi, just a quick but pretty look using good old scotch tape and a cheapo Tesco sponge :)

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Then like I often do, I felt the urge to add to something.....I added this black stripe.......I think I ruined it!

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What I used:

Models Own 'Lilac Dream' (2 coats)

China Glaze 'LOL'

Gosh Holographic

Cheap Tesco Sponge

Scotch Tape

Marina 

xo