Showing posts with label beauty. Show all posts
Showing posts with label beauty. Show all posts

Wednesday, May 2, 2012

Orly: Feel the Vibe

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So I did it. Couldn't help it! Couldn't resist! I've been lusting for the Orly Feel the Vibe collection ever since I first heard of it and it didn't help that as of now I am completely and utterly obsessed with neon nail polish. And it also didn't help that everyone who got a hold of any of the colors was raving about it. So there you go: I JUST HAD TO BUY THEM! Luckily for me, as I couldn't decide for just one color and didn't want to spent a fortune, I got a package with all 4 of them, just that the bottles are smaller. However, for a nailpolish addict like me this isn't a big deal and actually a good thing as I have so many nailpolishes that they might would have dried out anyways, I mean lets face it, you can only wear them during summertime. Like usual, I got the polishes via Beautybag, they now permamently ship worldwide for free!
Oh boy, I can't wait to finally have them though I already know I'll get in trouble cuz I won't be able do decide which one to put on first haha

Love, V.

Wednesday, April 11, 2012

Current Beauty Favorites

From left to right: Clinique Even Better foundation in Ivory (Review here), Body Shop Cocoa Body Butter (addiction!), Clinique High Impact Mascara (thanks Glossy Box), Phyto Keratine Serum for split ends (via Beauty Bag), Bare Minerals Nourishing Moisturizer for Combination Skin (the best!) and MAC lipstick in Quick Sizzle (best pink there is).
What are your current beauty favourites?
Happy Wednesday everyone, LOVE V.

Sunday, March 18, 2012

Review: Clinique Even Better Foundation

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So I bought this foundation a little over 2 weeks ago and I've been wearing it practically everyday except for Sundays. As of now I am totally head over heels in love with it and here's why:


PRO's:

- Finish: I have never in my entire life come across a foundation that looks SO natural and invisible on your skin but at the same time gives good coverage. I swear, it is unnoticeable. And it totally covers all the spots or brown acne scars around my face. Even my colleagues at work asked me what I had "done" to my face because my skin is glowing. It also gives you a light dewy finish and doesn't look dull at all!
- Ingredients: Like all Clinique Foundations, this one does not contain any perfumes or harsh chemicals at all which is great because even though I have combination skin and some spots from time to time, I DO have sensitive skin. There are foundations that make me break out like madly! Big plus for this one.
- Functionality: This foundation is supposed to help even out ones skintone and it definitely does help me! I can not guarantee the same results for everyone but my dark brownish/redish scars from former acne do fade much quicker than they would normally. Also I sometimes get red around the cheek area and this foundation gives me just a nice, healthy looking even skintone. It does what it promises. LOVE!
- SPF: This foundation contains SPF 15 which for me is a huge plus, never go without sunprotection!

Neither Pro nor Con:

- Lasting Power: This Foundation is very nourishing to the skin, hence, if you have oily skin and want something completely mattifying, this might not be the foundation for you. I definitely do have to use powder throughout the day with this one, but as I usually always carry blotting papers with me, this is not a letdown for me. It really doesn't bother me because this foundation looks so much more natural than all the super long lasting ones. And it does stay on your skin, it may just not be as mattifying as for example my Estee Lauder Double Wear.

CON's:

- Price: It cost me 28€ which is pretty much considering I am a student and I wear Make-up regularly. Then again my Estee Lauder Double Wear costs almost 10€ more so I guess I'll just have to deal with- Still, I think they could be a little bit cheaper!
-Packaging: I usually prefer foundations with a pump or an open lit where I can easily control how much comes out. This one has none of the above and it is sometimes hard to get out the exact right amount that I need on my face. I am afraid i might use too much and coming at 28€ per piece, this is not funny. Sort that out Clinique! Immediately!
- Color Range: I myself got the PERFECT match for my skin tone which is Ivory. However, in most stores it is the lightest color and it still seems a little dark for those REALLY pale ones out there. Plus, once I'll get a tan I think it will also be harder to get the right color as the other available colors are all relatively dark and close to each other and seem to have more of a yellow undertone?! A bigger range would be nice as it is over all a great foundation.

Conclusion:
I love this foundation! And as long as it doesn't break me out or I find one that is cheaper but has the same amazing natural finish, I'll definitely repurchase this one! It is a great product!

Thursday, March 1, 2012

Top 5: Blushes

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So up next in my Top 5 Beauty series are my Top 5 Blushes. You guys might not know that for me, blushes are one of my most favourite things make-up wise next to Lipsticks. I do however not own that many Blushes since the high quality ones are usually very expensive and once I have a Blush I really like I tend to stick to it. My favourite Brand for Blushes is definitely Benefit! From the packaging to the smell and the product itself, their Blushes are perfection! So here are my top 5:

Benefit Hoola: Best Bronzer there is. I love this since it gives you a nice tanned look but without the usual glitter that comes in a lot of Bronzers, this one is completely matte. Nice color payoff as well!

Maybelline Moonlight Mauve: Mineral Blush with slight glitter/shimmer to it. I only use this for going out at night as it does have some hints of glitter to it. Love the color though, gives you a fresh-faced glow :-)

Benefit Sugarbomb: My holy-grail Blush. This one I can wear throughout the entire year no matter how pale or tanned I am. This always suits me. The gold quarter of it adds just the right amount of glow without looking glittery or unnatural. I will always go back to this one. Smell is awesome as well! Good job Benefit!

Smashbox Intermix Fusion Highlighter: I use this as a highlighter/Bronzer whenever I am tanned. But i only use this one on my cheeks to give me a glow and a light tan. Since I have oily skin I'd never put shiny things on my T-Zone haha I like this product though, it does look supernice when you're tanned!

E.L.F. Pink Passion: This is one supercheap but awesome product. For those of you that do not want to spend huge amounts of money for blush I definitely recommend the entire E.L.F. range. They do have great colors. I love this one because it is perfect for Spring, when I am still pale and want just some rosy cheeks.

What are your favourite Blushes? Any recommendation?
Love, V.

Thursday, February 23, 2012

Top 5: Lipsticks

So,last week I showed you my Top 5 MAC eyeshadows, this week it's going to be Lipsticks. Choosing only 5 lipsticks was a lot tougher than with the eyeshadow as i a) have a lot more MAC lipsticks than shadows and b) I am more of a lipstick person, so I accentuate my lips more often than my eyes, so here you go:

Source: google.com, left to right: Ruby Woo, Girl about Town, Pink Nouveau, Viva Glam V, Fresh Brew
Ruby Woo: Replaced my former favourite red - Russian Red - as it is much more vibrant in my book, stays until eternity and I think it's more fun to wear, since it is brighter. However, it is veeery matte so it might not be everyone's cup of tea but for me it is my favourite, out of all, hands down!

Girl about town: Perfect classic pink, always fun to wear! I would say this color suits all skintones and haircolors. It is bright, however not too bright so I think one can even wear it during daytime, best pink there is in my book.

Pink Nouveau: This is a very special color. It is like a chalky, matte (or slightly satin), Barbie Pink. Definitely a showstopper. One has to be confident to wear this but I just love it. I think as a brunette it is not so much "in your face" if u know what I mean!? Looks hot with simple black eyeliner and mascara.

Viva Glam V: My favourite daytime Lipstick. It is a nice, subtle but still unique color. It is slightly pink, like a nude pink? If that makes sense?! Dunno, I just love it and I've been getting compliments for it all along plus some money from my purchase goes to the MAC Aids fund. Always good to help when splurging on something right ;-)

Fresh Brew: Finally. At first I had a love-hate relationship with this one. I was out for a nude color that would suit me as I do not really like to wear my Creme d'Nude often ( too light shade) and the lady at the MAC counter talked me into it. I think with this lipstick, it is, you really have to wear smokey eyes, then it looks fabulous. Worn on itself it makes you look like you're sick. But worn with heavy eyemake up this one looks amazing!

So what are your favourite Lipsticks from MAC?
Love, V.

Tuesday, February 14, 2012

Top 5

I thought I would do a Top 5 Make-up Series, starting with my Top 5 MAC eyeshadows:

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Okay so here they are, from left to right: Electra, Typographic, Club, Steamy and Woodwinked.
Electra: Is a bright silver color with a sheen to it. It is not glittery at all and glides on the lids like silk. I love it. Bought it for New Years Eve 2 years ago and like to use when I do a black smokey eye. Classic Color!
Typographic: Smokey Eye again. I do like that it is not completely black. So if you want it to be really dark you can built it up or just keep it as it is which would make a more subtle smokey eye. It goes perfectly with Electra.
Club: Okay I cannot stress this enough but Club must be the best eyeshadow there is on earth. Hands down. It makes a perfect golden smokey eye but is also wearable during daytime, depending just how much you use and how you apply it. I already have my third pot of this at home and there were times when I would use this on a daily basis.This is like the most unique color depending on the lighting. It looks like a mud brown with golden shimmer one moment, and green with a hint of blue the next. This is the Chanel "Peridot" of eyeshadows.
Steamy: My favourite color for summertime when I have a tan. Looks fabulous especially if you have dark hair and combined with a gold color. It looks like a green/turquoise color with blue in it. Just like the ocean and it shimmers a lot but again no glitter (do not like glitter!)!
Woodwinked: Favourite gold color there is, and actually there are quite a lot on the market. It is not too yellow and not too bronze. Just perfect. And it looks divine when you have a tan. Definitely have to repurchase this one as I used it up last summer!
What are your go to colors from MAC? And do you prefer neutral colors or do you also dare wearing bold, bright colors?
xoxo V.

Wednesday, January 25, 2012

I wish

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So these are my current favourites on my wishlist...beauty-wise :-)
Even though I have my all time favourites in terms of perfume that I really identify with and feel like they represent me (I'll talk about it in another post) there is always room for new scents right?! I mean it is not like a girl could have too many perfumes LoL So I really like Jimmy Choos new fragrance (think it is the brands first as well). It perfectly lingers on your skin and makes you feel like your just smelling good without having any chemicals on. I am very picky when it comes to scents, I prefer smells that make you think you just stepped out the shower or are just "naturally" smelling good. If that makes any sense?! So the next one, Prada's "Candy" is a rare exception. There is just something about it that intrigues me, maybe it is my love for caramel? Next on my list is my all time favourite - and best in my book - mascara, Lancome's Virtuose. It is the only mascara, when applied, I get asked if I am wearing fake lashes without wearing fakes! I swear! Unfortunately it is really expensive so I might just use up those mascaras I have right now and MAYBE indulge and buy it later. Next on is PINK nail polish. I don't know but as of now i am really drawn to all sorts of light pink, bubblegum, baby pink...you name it! So it comes as no wonder I'd love to have Chanels "May" from their Spring collection and O.P.I.s "Pink Friday" from their Nicki Minaj Collection. Since OPI is cheaper i think i'll skip the Chanel one. As long as I get my nails pink hehe
Finally on my list is Benefits "Bella Bamba" Blush which I think is perfect for spring and perfect for rather pale skin. I love Benefit blushes (Sugar Bomb is my all time fave blush!) and their packaging is too cute. Also the product lasts forever & is top quality. And then there's Lush's "Big" shampoo. Don't ask me why but recently I am on a volume trip, which means my hair can never have enough of it. I never really realized but having lots of hair (like I do) doesn't equal having volume. This shampoo has really good reviews in terms of shine, smoothness and volume so I think I'll give it a try as i love Lush Hair products.
What do you guys currently have on your wishlist?
xoxo V.

Wednesday, December 21, 2011

Winter Beauty

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Winter is finally upon us. The last weeks, weather was constantly changing. There were days, so warm I wore a thin jacket and then were days were I would put layer over layer and still almost froze to death. So here in Germany, unfortunately we're not blessed with snow but rain instead. Don't really know what to think about that. I am not typically a winter person but aroung Christmas I think it would be nice to actually have some snow, especially on Christmas eve! Anyways, here are some things I am currently using as Winter usually makes my skin and hair feel horrible!
The Body Shop Vitamin E Face Mist: As you may know, I have rather oily skin but somehow, during wintertime my skin manages to be oily and dry at the same time. Isn't that wonderful?! So whenever I feel like my skin could use a bit of moisture, I use this spritz! It smells a bit like roses I think and I really like it. As I will be flying a lot in the next weeks, I am definitely keeping this in my hand luggage as the air on airplanes makes my skin look horrible!
LUSH Jasmine and Henna Fluff Ease Hair mask: I really love this stuff though I am not to keen on the smell that - if you ask me - lingers on your hair for several days even if you wash it in between. It is supposed to help dry and even damaged hair and it really does a great job at keeping your hair looking healthy, SUPERshiny and most of all feeling soft! If only the smell was better...
LUSH Lemony Flutter cuticle cream: I guess everyone knows this by now. Works for all utterly dry patches on your skin but most perfectly for dry cuticles. I swear by this! And who doesn't like the taste of lemons? Only downside is, that it is veeeery expensive for my liking!
MAC Prep&Prime Lip: I love everything Mac prep & prime so it comes as no wonder I recently decided to try out their lip primer as I felt that I needed something as a base for my lipstick, because even though I use my carmex like crazy, my lips look always dry. And as you know, I love wearing bold, bright lipstick but it just doesn't look good on dry lips! I think this primer does its job though I guess I might look for a cheaper alternative as I am not blown away by this.
MAC Russian Red lipstick: All time favourite red, perfect matte shade that is not too drying. Best Red color by Mac in my book. No wonder I already used up 3 of these :-) I will be constantly wearing this during the holidays, for sure!
I hope I'll be able to post some outfit pictures the next days. Unfortunately my camera broke >.< But a new one is already on its way and hopefully arrives before xmas. Stay tuned
xoxo V.

Friday, December 9, 2011

Recent purchases

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Since Christmas is coming up and i received my christmas money with my last paycheck i indulged a bit and went on a shopping spree this week :-)
Ever since i recognized them, i've been wanting to buy one of these yankee candles. First, because they smell incredible and second, because they look so lovely. I'm sure you can understand my excitement when I saw one of my favourites - smell wise - Vanilla cupcake on sale this week. It was destiny! I had to buy it! I also got myself 2 dresses from Zara though i am not completely sure about the left one. Unfortunately, compared to a model, my height is like that of a troll, so the dress is way to long for me. But since I like the detailing aroung the shoulders and the shape of the dress i think i'll keep it and just shorten it! I also got this small furry ball that you can attach to any bag you like. It is like the cutest thing on earth and ever since i have it on my bag i keep squeezing it haha Then i went to bodyshop and got myself their famous banana conditioner which smells heavenly. I really like how it works for my hair and how the smell lingers on the hair a little while after you washed it. I think it might replace my all time favourite - Lush's Retread conditioner - at least for now! And lastly i got myself the Cocoa Body Butter which smells sooooo good you guys, i am going nuts over the smell. Best part is that the smell lingers on you a great part of the day. My bodyskin gets usually extremely dry during winter time and i just wanted something to nourish it and i think that body butter works pretty well so far :-)
Tomorrow Nina will post some outfit pics from our trip to the Spittelberg christmas market, so stay tuned!
xoxo V.

Tuesday, December 6, 2011

Skin Care Routine: Combination and Acne prone skin

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Hey guys, I thought I'd share with you the products I use for my skin care and to deal with acne. First off, all these products are what works for me, I cannot assure you that they will work for everbody else. If you really have problematic skin I always recommend consulting a dermatologist what I also did last summer as my acne has gotten reeeeeeeallly bad. She prescribed me some different birth control pills as I was clearly suffering from hormonic acne and the fact that I have rather oily skin in my T-Zone wasn't helping either. The products I use might seem a lot though I only use 3 of them daily (less is more, even with oily skin!!!) and the rest occasionally. They are as followed:
Bare Minerals Purely Nourishing Moisturizer for Combination Skin: I started using this recently and I absolutely love it. It is supposed to mattify your skin but at the same time keep it from looking dull and gives your skin a nice healthy glow and makes it feel very soft.
La Roche Posay Effaclar H Gentle Cleansing Foam: My dermatologist prescribed this to me last summer as my skin was completely damaged from all the harsh drugstore products I used. It is meant for oily skin that has been harmed from overdrying products. As my Lush Fresh Farmacy soap that i use in the mornings is a bit drying, I use this cleansing foam every night and I really like it.
Lush Fresh Farmacy soap is my go to, holy grail face product. I would never ever use another cleanser to treat acne. It works miracles and I totally swear by it. Just 2 days after I started using this my skin looked so much better and clearer. It has sanitizing and soothing ingredients that are perfect for problematic skin. I recommend using a nourishing moisturizer though as it can be a bit drying.
The Body Shop seaweed exfoliator: As someone who has combination skin and rather large pores, the occasional facial scrub is a must.  I really feel that this one gets out all the dirt and dead scells from my pores and really leaves you with a glowing fresh skin. I sometimes use it when I take a shower.
Queen Helene Mint Julep Masque: Those of you who watch youtube beauty videos regularly probably already know this one as it is very popular in the beauty community. What can I say, it is cheap and it works. Best Facial mask there is in my book!
Nivea Clear-up strips for clogged pores also work miracles and I use them regularly, saying every 8-10 days.

So that's it. My skin care routine. Let me know what you use for your skin or if you also like some of the products I've mentioned! Stay tuned for some outfit pictures within the next days...
xoxo V.

Sunday, November 27, 2011

I can't resist

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I actually promised myself I wouldn't buy any MAC Limited edition for the rest of the year. Well...didn't go as planned right?! :D
I just couln't help it and had to pick up one of their lipsticks from the "glitter and ice" collection. It is this absolutely stunning and gorgeous red called "What joy!" and I love it!! I think this will become my new favourite for the cold season. It is the perfect wine red, without a pink undertone...so it is not berry. It is hard to describe, I just think it looks fantastic on the lips and it has a subtle sheen to it as it is a satin finish, which I like quite much since I am all for rather matte lipsticks, I am not a lipgloss girl :-)
Another purchase I made was this absolutely incredible nailpolish from Nubar called "Indigo Illusion". It's one of their most famous colors and I can absolutely see why, it looks awesome on the nails. It has this duochrome finish which means depending on the light it looks blueish/green like the sea or purple with hints of golden glitter in it. It is soo pretty,definitely my fall color for the nails!
Next week more outiftposts, stay tuned...
xoxo V.

Monday, November 21, 2011

Finally....

...after like forever, where I tried to get my hands on the infamous Urban Decay Naked Palette, I finally got it without paying a fortune (sure, it wasn't cheap, but hey, it's pretty and I paid the normal retail price!). I ordered it with Beautybag about a month ago and sadly the package got lost on its way to my doorstep so I had to wait another 2 weeks. But it was worth the wait, the colors are so pretty and there is a reason this thing is permanently sold out. And it is perfect for travelling! :-) What can is say other than: I LOVE LOVE LOVE IT!!

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Friday, November 18, 2011

It is time for a Haul...

I have to make a confession...I am a shopaholic. Shocking right?! :-D
Since university started back in September I spend most of my time at home which is pretty dangerous since it means I have time to go on the Internet and check all possible Onlineshops for Make up, Clothing and whatever you can spend your money on, someone better take my credit card as I am already frightened what next months bill will be :-O Anyways...here are some things I bought recently:

Bag (Mango), Vest (F21, Kärntnerstraße), Scarf (F21)

Lee Stafford Wake up Call Hairmist, LUSH Fresh Farmacy Facesoap, MAC Ruby Woo, Misslyn Lipstick #122 (inspired by Tom Ford's Black Orchid), POP Nail glam in #34 (raw), Catrice nail polish Captain Sparrow's boat (perfect Chanel Black pearl dupe!)

Skull Hand necklace in silver, Rings in silver (all from Schmuckrausch.de), bracelets from F21

Not added here is my Versace for H&M stuff. I ordered the one pair of leggings and a necklace (though I am not sure I'll keep it). Everything else was already sold out online or out of my price range. I really loved the black leather jacket and the black dress from the collection but these 2 combinded would have cost me 450€...Next week there'll be some more outfit posts again. On Tuesday I'll have to hand in my bachelor thesis and on Wednesday there is a final big exam and then I can basically chill until christmas :-) Stay tuned...
xoxo V.

Thursday, November 10, 2011

Glossy it is

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Guys!!! It has arrived! FINALLY! Yesterday I got a job interview with the responsible ones for the Glossy Box launch in Austria and during that interview I was told that official starting date is Dec 14th. The minute I got home I marked it in my calendar. I also registered for the news letter and I advise you to do so as well, from what I've heard the content of the boxes, aka the brands that work with Glossy Box, are nothing less than epic haha at least if you're a sucker for make up and beauty related stuff haha I've been following the concept for quite some time now as in America this kind of thing has been very popular for years. They have the so called Birch Box there. So what is the Glossy Box about you might ask?!
It's a box filled with nice stuff. Every month you get 5 items, samples and usually one item in original size, for the mere price of 10€. And I am not talking drugstore brands, there are some really big names working with Glossy Box like O.P.I., Clarins, Becca, Lancome, Kiehls, L'oreal professionell...the list is endless. If you ask me, 10€ is a pretty good deal and if you don't like what you get, you can always quit! I also like the fact that when ordering, you can cite preferences of what you like and stuff. If you want more information click in the Link
Oh, and I hope of course that I'll get the job, a beauty junkie like me working for a company like Glossybox...a story made in heaven haha. Wish me luck guys ;-)
xoxo V.

Wednesday, November 9, 2011

Current obsessions

Current obsessions

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It is probably to late to do a monthly favourites post but I just wanted to show you what I am currently obsessing about in the world of beauty :-)
I guess I am the last person on earth but I finally got my hands on MAC's "Girl about town" and boy was I stupid to wait so long to get it. This color is FIERCE.FIERCE.FIERCE. I tell you, it looks incredible, especially if you have dark hair, though I am sure it looks just as nice on Blondes! Definitely a MAC Must have. I also started using my Benefit Sugarbomb Blush again. I love it! Best Benefit blush there is in my book. Since it's getting colder by the day I also use a lot of Nivea creme on my dry skin, I just dig the smell (makes me think of babies, don't exactly know why haha) and Carmex on my lips. It's the best lip balm on the market. I also love my OPI Pamplona Purple, it is such a pretty color and I think you can wear it anytime of the year. I recently got a Mario Badescu Night creme from Beautybag and I really like how it makes my skin feel. They have a lot of awesome brands on their website and I think shipping prices are okay. You should definitely check it out! And finally my MAC primer. I basically use this everytime I go out or I know I will wear my foundation an entire day. It really works and I also think it makes application of ANY foundation so much easier. Thank you MAC! :-)
If there's anything you think I should try or review, feel free, as I already mentioned in earlier posts, I am a Beautyjunkie, so I am always on the hunt for new products...oh and before I forget it, Outfit post on the weekend!!! Stay tuned, xoxo V

Tuesday, September 6, 2011

August favourites


As some of you might already know i am a beauty junkie :) So i thought i share with you my favourite products but also other things that i really loved during the month of August!
  • Korres lip butter in pomegranate gives just the nicest light pink tint EVER. And it does wonders on  chapped lips!
  • MAC: I loveeeee Pink Nouveau. For me it is just the perfect Barbie Pink color. And if you wear it combined with black eyeliner and big lashes it looks sooo cool...at least in my opinion :) I got the "Steamy" eyeshadow as a birthday gift from a friend and i am head over heels in love with it as i think it really suits everyone but especially girls with brown hair! It is my second favourite MAC eyeshadow which leads me directly to my all time favourite. CLUB. There's no better eyeshadow in this entire planet!!! I swear. It is the perfect day and night color depending on how you apply it. It is the most versatile eyeshadow. I will never stop using this. In fact, i use it EVERY time i go out and at least 3 times a week. I guess that says it all haha
  • Nivea Lash revolution mascara is actually really great, used it a couple of years ago and fell all over in love again. And the best part? I got 50% off haha
  • Bourjois creme blush. I swear by this during summer time when i am tanned as it gives you such a healthy and nice glow on your cheeks. Maybe i keep using it during winter time. I just adore it to much.
  • The Baby Face cream is really soothing for my sensitive skin and i think it also helps with breakouts.
  • I guess it is common knowledge that parabens and silicones are extremely damaging for your hair over the long term even though they are in most drugstore hair shampoos. So i am always on the hunt for shampoos that are free of these 2 ingredients. Normally I used to stick to LUSH shampoos as i really like them and the are "au naturel". But they are rather pricey so i was happy as i found Garnier natural beauty. Their coconut& cocoa shampoo and this one are free from parabens or silicones and they do magic to my hair. I swear. I sometimes even skip conditioner as my hair already feels so soft from the shampoo alone. And it is very cheap. It costs me only 1,95€ compared to LUSH's 9-20€ for a shampoo! Give it a try, you won't regret it!
  • Elnett hairspray. Do i really have to say much about this? There is a reason why most hairstylists during Fashion Weeks use this. It's the best!

Tuesday, July 5, 2011

I just can't live without....

left to right: Benefit Sugarbomb Blush, Carmex Lipbalm, Estée Lauder Double Wear, Lancome Virtuose Mascara, Marc Jacobs "Daisy" perfume



A make-up hoarder like me sometimes has a tough time to chose from a variety of products. Nonetheless, like every girl should, I have some essentials that i can't live without. The pictured products above are used almost on a daily basis...here's why:

Benefit Sugarbomb: I know there are a lot of people that do not particularly like this blush because it doesn't give so much color but that is exactly the reason why I love this blush with all my heart. It's hard to overdo it and you don't need a highlighter as it gives you the most beautiful sheen EVER. Especially during summertime...and who doesn't like the smell of candy ;-)
Carmex: Do I really have to say much about it?! BEST LIPBALM on earth!!!
Estée Lauder Double Wear: My holy grail make up for combination/oily skin. Combined with a primer and translucent powder it lasts forever. It also mattifies but at the same time gives you that slightly natural dewy look without looking too shiny. Love it!!!
Lancome mascara: Hands down my favourite. It's the only mascara that - when applied - i have been asked if I'm wearing fake lashes.
Marc Jacobs "Daisy": Perfect for summer. Fall. Winter. Spring. I'm addicted :-)