L'Oreal Truematch Mineral Foundation

If you have seen my previous post then you would have seen I have been enjoying using the L'Oreal Truematch Mineral foundation. However, I was not initially impressed by the product.

I had been interested in trying a mineral foundation for quite a while, as I can't find a liquid one that is perfect for my skin type. I have tried many different brands and types of liquid foundations, and even the best seem to get caking and patchy throughout the day. I found this quite disheartening, as some days I would just like my skin to look more even. Patchy is not a good look!

 

I started hunting around and did a bit of research. I saw Helen (melon) using the L'Oreal one in one of her Youtube videos, and decided it was worth a shot. I ordered myself the palest colour, as this is always my shade in Drugstore foundations.

 

For the first couple of days using it, I could see that the coverage was perfect for what I want, and it sat on my skin very nicely. A lot more flawless than any liquid foundation I had used previous. Then by the end of a weeks use, I started breaking out in tiny little spots on my forehead and around my nose especially. I could only put this down to the foundation, as I do not get small spots, only very large sore ones! The only product I had changed on my face was the mineral foundation. So I stopped using it.

 

I was watching some more beauty Youtube videos, when someone (I can't remember who) said they didn't use the brush that came with a particular product, as it broke them out! So I decided to give the foundation another shot, instead using my Real Techniques Expert Face Brush this time round. I have not looked back! No break outs at all!

 

This is 100% my favourite foundation I have ever tried, and perhaps one day I will try some more mineral foundations. I highly recommend it if you struggle to get away from that 'caky' look. The foundation is also buildable, so if you want something with a higher coverage, you can get that using this one too.

Here are a few photos of what the foundation looks like on my face after a full 12 hours wear at work.

 

Please excuse the state of my hair! I literally just walked in from work when I took these!

 

 

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Minimal Makeup - Enhance your natural beauty

So recently I have been trying to reduce the amount of make up I wear, and have been loving the minimal look! I will quite happily wander around town, up the street and go to work with a naked face, and not be bothered in the slightest. I am very comfortable with my totally natural look, which goes towards helping my laziness immensely! Ha! However, on those days where I want to look just that little bit flawless and bright eyed, this is what I have been doing.

 

Moisturising as normal I use the Simple Replenishing Rich Moisturiser. I let this soak into my skin before applying the Maybelline Instant Anti-Age Eraser Eye Concealer under my eyes and blend it in with my fingers. I will then use my L'Oreal True Match Mineral Foundation all over my face in a light layer, buffed in with my Real Techniques buffing brush. To make my eyes appear wider and brighter, I add a couple of layers of the Rimmel Lash Accelerator Mascara (my favourite). And to finish it off, I dab a little lip balm on my lips. The one I have been using recently is by The Body Shop; born lippy in Satsuma.

 

 

 

Super quick, and super flattering!

 

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Half Updo Bun Hair style

 

Recently I have been loving this half up hair style. It is super quick and easy to do, and it always gets compliments!

 

 

To add extra volume to the bun, I use a small sized hair donut. I feel this may not be necessary for everyone, however my hair is not the thickest, and this gives me a fuller look that I prefer.

 

You can make the bun as neat or as messy as you wish! Personally I opt for the slightly messier look by gently tugging at the bun to loosen it out, and add a texture spray to add messiness and volume to the lower section of hair that isn't tied up.

 

And it really is as simple as that!

 

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Old Nail Art Pictues

As my last post was about nails, it got me thinking! I used to sit for hours drawing cute little designs onto mine and family members nails, and I knew I had pictures somewhere....

 

So after searching through old Facebook pictures, I found a few designs I created. Please excuse some of the picture quality!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Gelish Nails - My first experience

I feel pretty late to jump onto this bandwagon, but I got my nails done and wanted to share my experience.

I have always been a  huge fan of making my nails pretty, and used to spend hours designing pretty art work on them as well as painting them on a very regular basis. Recently, I am less enthusiastic, as due to the nature of my job, the varnish chips before the end of the working day, and my nails then look scruffy.

A new beauty salon has opened up just down the road from my work, so I decided to treat myself, and get some gel nails done. From what I understood, it lasts a few weeks at least, and gives your nails extra strength. I have always been impressed by other peoples nails that are done with the gel polish, so I thought what's not to lose?

 

I took a while considering what colour to go for, and ended up choosing a pretty bright pink. This is unusual for me as I am not a pink girl and normally opt for black or white. I wanted to have something spring/summery, and I believe the pink compliments my skin tone very nicely.

 

I also love anything with a bit of sparkle or glitter, so I chose to have a feature nail with added glitter gel polish too. I am extremely pleased with how they have turned out. The whole process took half an hour to be done, and they are completely set as soon as you are finished, so you are able to carry on about your life without having to avoid touching your nails for ages after!!

 

I have had them on only for 3 days, but they look as fresh as when they were first done. The salon only charge £20, which I think is pretty average if not more reasonable for gelish nails. I will see how long they last, and intend to get them re-done when they need it, so will update you then

 

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The Best Micellar Water For Sensitive Skin

Ever since I first heard of Micellar water I was intrigued and keen to try it. I love wearing make up but hate the removal process, so anything to make this easier and quicker, I'm willing to try! 

 

 

I have pretty sensitive skin, so this sometimes causes havoc when trying out new products. I started off with the L'Oreal Skin Perfection 3in1 Purify Micellar Solution. My first impression was very good, however after about a week and a half of use, I noticed my skin starting to become dry and irritated. This was especially bad on my eyelids as they felt all dry and flaky. I ceased to use the micellar solution, and gave my skin a break from makeup too to recover.

 

       

 

As I initially found the solution a joy to use, I wanted to try and different brand, hoping this was just a one off, and maybe slightly harsher than some other micellar waters. So I then picked up the Garnier Micellar Cleaning water. Again, after a few days, it had the same effect on my clearly very sensitive skin. So I had to stop using this one too.

 

By this point, I was pretty disheartened and I came to the conclusion that my skin just wasn't suited to these products.

 

      

 

It was only because I was browsing in Superdrug, that I decided to give Micellar water one last try. I came across the Simple range, and saw they too had their own version of the Micellar water. After all, they do boast to be 'sensitive skin experts', so I parted with my money for one last desperate shot at getting on with this easy use product and purchased the Simple Micellar Water. I have to say I am very glad I did. It is perfect for my sensitive skin. It hasn't made it dry or irritated or flaky. And it doesn't leave any residue on the skin or make it feel oily or greasy. It removes my makeup and leaves my face feeling fresh and clean. Unlike some other makeup removers, I don't even fell the need to rinse my face after I use it.

 

If you have sensitive skin, and like me, are quite lazy when it comes to cleansing your face or removing makeup, then I honestly can't recommend trying the Simple Micellar Water enough. It is extremely reasonably priced too, so what's not to love?!

 

CLICK HERE if you want to read more about it on Superdrug's website!

 

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