Wednesday 1 June 2011

May Favourites



Bobbi Brown Corrector
Sometimes when I apply concealer I notice that my dark circles are still really noticeable. This is because concealers tend to cover up just one colour shade. In order to really eradicate dark circles you need a different coloured corrector underneath. This product is the perfect dark circle corrector. It blends easily, doesn't cake under the eyes and it really does help to brighten your whole face. I would suggest getting matched at a counter as the colour of your dark circles will define whether you need a bisque or peach shade rather than your skin tone. I use Light Bisque and find that it is the perfect colour for me. You only need the tiniest amount too as you pat it directly onto the discolouration rather than underneath your whole eye. It works amazingly well with the Collection 2000 concealer.

Collection 2000 Lasting Perfection Concealer
I had to see for myself why this concealer was getting so much hype. It really does its job well. The quality of this product is pretty much on par with the Estee Lauder Doublewear Concealer so its definitely worth the miniscule price tag. I prefer this to the Doublewear one as the Fair shade I use is actually a bit lighter, meaning that my under eye circles are barely visible & any imperfections are pretty much eradicated from sight. I like to use my Bobbi Brown corrector, apply my Chanel Vitalumiere Aqua with a MAC 187 brush and then blend this into my skin with the same brush. Flawless skin in a flash.

Liz Earle Eyebright Soothing Eye Lotion
Although every Liz Earle product is perfectly lovely, my favourite would have to be Eyebright. This was especially welcome on my eyes this morning after getting drunk last night. Its so cooling and refreshing on my skin. This is the perfect cure for tired, puffy eyes and it really helps to wake me up in the morning. It works even better if you keep it in the fridge.

L'Oreal Renewal Lash Serum
I posted about it when I first bought this product and now I've had a chance to trial it properly I can safely say its worked wonders for my lashes. All the gaps in my eyelashes have filled in and its helped my eyebrows to grow a lot too. I still don't like the applicator as I don't think it fits around my lashes properly making it really cumbersome to actually put on. The actual serum however works really well and is a lot cheaper than the likes of RapidLash.

Beaute Luminous Volume Gloss
I have a lot of Beaute lip products as I love the colours, the application, the feel and the longevity. The only thing I dislike about them is the price tag which is quite frankly ludicrous. This lipgloss cost a whopping £21! If you're willing to pay that however you're left with a magical product. It plumps up your lips slightly giving you really lovely kissable lips. The formula is a bit on the sticky side but I think that helps the lipgloss to last. This shade is called Medusa and its a gorgeous creamy pink beige. Its all I've worn on my lips lately. It photographs beautifully which I think is probably why all the Beaute lip products are favourites of many celebrities. I also love love love the Weightless Lip Cremes.



Ben & Jerry's Fairly Nuts Ice Cream
Mmm this is the best ice cream I've tasted in ages. Got this by accident as Asda didn't have any Cookie Dough left. Its caramel ice cream with praline almond clusters & caramel swirls. I could sit here right now and eat a whole tub. Yum.



Bones
I harp on a lot about how much I love Bones on Twitter but this show has been my life for the past month. Every night before bed I watch a couple of episodes and have almost made my way through the whole box set. I'm halfway through season 5 at the moment. Seriously its so good. If you like crime solving shows with amazing character development & interaction then you need to watch Bones. Apparently the 6th season isn't as good but I'll still download it. Dreading the inevitable drain that will be on my bandwidth allowance! Now that I've nearly finished watching this, I'm looking for some new TV shows to watch. Any recommendations? Pretty much all the good shows have finished for the Summer and the only thing to look forward to now is True Blood. Tell me your faves!

23 comments:

  1. I LOVE Ben & Jerry's Fairly Nuts - so good! Totally craving some now! x

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  2. Have you tried the new one, coconutterly? SOOOO good!!

    xx

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  3. Everyone seems to be loving that Collection2000 concealer and I keep forgetting to have a look at it but I've got it on my list now so :D

    I asked on twitter recently about different non chocolate versions of Ben and Jerry's that I could try but everyone said chocolate is the best but now you've mentioned this, I'm going to try it next time.

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  4. That ice cream sounds delish, must try it! xo

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  5. Oooh, I definitely want to try that lash serum. I've got the shortest, stumpiest lashes!

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  6. I might have to try the concealers after these recommendations!

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  7. I've been wondering about "Bones" I love the guy who played Angel (don't know the actor's name) I do love crime dramas too like NCIS, Criminal Minds and CSI.

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  8. It's not fair, I was hoping to replace my Mac concealer with the Collection 2000 one but they only have 4 shades and none are dark enough for me :( x

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  9. great post & reviews! i really wanna try the new Ben & Jerry's!


    XOXO, BECCA
    http://www.fashion-train.co.uk

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  10. I love that concealer! I bought it while back just because it was on special offer, then I started watching youtube beauty videos and reading beauty blogs and saw people raving about it everywhere. It is so good for the price!
    I'm feeling the same about all my programmes having come to an end recently, but I've never watched Bones so I'll give it a try. Thanks for the recommendation!

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  11. Oh and if you like Ben and Jerrys you should go to the B&J festival this summer. Unlimited free ice cream for the whole day, and good music, and it's only like £18 for the day! I went last year and it was brilliant.

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  12. Oh my goodness I have such a weakness for Ben and Jerry's..I really want to try that new Coconutterly Fair flavour!

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  13. Fairly Nuts is my absolute favourite flavour of B&J - it's SO GOOD!

    Also, I love the C2k concealer. Loads. I think I've used it every day since I got it (few months ago now) and I'm still not tired of it. I'm not even sure it's possible to get tired of it. Maybe a scientist will come up with a formula for that. :D

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  14. Thanks for the comment on my blog!! :)

    How much is that lash serum? I never look at stuff like that, I'm a bit sceptic when it comes to them, BUT, I HAVE GAPS! After reading, I definitely want to try this!

    Also, whats with all the new B&J flavours?! I now need to try this and coconutly fair - WHY does it have to be so expensive? I'll only buy it on offer *tight student* hahaah x

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  15. I've been tempted to try the Bobbi Brown Corrector for a while as my dark circles never seem to be covered with a concealer! Mmmm Ben and Jerrys is my weakness, might actually pop to the show now to treat myself haha

    xx

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  16. great blog :D i don't really wear make up but it was interesting reading and i love ben and jerrys ;) new follower :) ronan x

    ronanronanronan.blogspot.com

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  17. I'd love to try the L'Oreal Lash Serum, I wonder if it would work for me :) Lovely post and even lovelier blog <3

    http://thedollhousediary.blogspot.com/

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  18. ahhhh ben and jerries - loving it mannn :D xx

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  19. I love Bones but I've only watch 1+2, never got round to buying more! x

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  20. yuuuum, that ice cream looks fab. I need to check out that festival that someone mentioned above.
    Might try that collection 2000 concealer, I usually use a mac one but that would be loads cheaper x

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  21. Great round up caroline, would love to see more of these from you :) beauty faves and other faves :p xx

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  22. The icecream's name sounds really delicious!

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  23. Thanks for your review. I was shocked, utterly shocked that something so inexpensive could work!!! i am talking about xlash eyelash serum and i bought it from http://www.xlash.net/ at a cheap rate but it works. I have been applying this for about 1 month, 2 times a day and I am amazed. My lashes are fuller, thicker, darker, and longer. It really works great. It makes my lashes really thick and full now. I am so pleased and happy with this. It costs not so much and works well. I have tried other products in various prices, and gotten moderate results that took much longer. But this product is great, it works fast, and there are no side effects; no brittle lashes, no dry lashes...no side effects at all. I am using this on my brows as well and am happy. I will be buying this again.

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