Lipstick Obsession...Exotic Orchid Shimmer

If you've been reading my blog for a little while now, you will know that I love lipsticks as I don't stop banging on about them! In my Estee Lauder Lipsticks post, which you can find HERE, I briefly mentioned one of the Lipsticks Exotic Orchid Shimmer. I am in love with this lipstick, it has become my new obsession. 

 It was always one of those lipsticks that I would wear only on a night out, due to the vibrancy and the paleness of my skin but over the past two weeks I have been wearing it every single day.

This is a hideous picture...Apologies

 Packaging:  Love Love LOVE the packaging. Sleek, shiny gold tubes. What more can you ask for?

Scent: Most Estee Lauder Lipsticks have a particular scent that I can't quite put my finger on but it I do love it. It's fruity but not too overpowering which is what appeals to me.

Durability: The durability of this lipstick is great. Stayed on for pretty much my whole day at work with just a few touch ups and it also didn't dry my lips out which is an added bonus! 

Consistency: This lipstick goes on like a dream, it's so creamy but it does tend to slip during the day. I would definitely  recommend bringing a compact with a mirror with you if you are wearing this lipstick as no one wants lipstick smudged all over their face!

Price: The price is something I dislike about this, and all Estee Lauder products. I can justify spending £18 when I have the money but if I don't, I do feel it is a little steep for a lipstick. 

If you like Estee Lauder lipsticks, or just bright colours and don't mind spending £18 on a lipstick then I highly recommend this! This is by far my favourite lipstick in my whole collection!

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Maybelline Moisture Extreme Lipsticks Review

Most of you will already know that I love lipsticks. A few weeks ago I did a haul post from xtras online (which you can find HERE) and I bought 3 Maybelline Moisture Extreme Lipsticks . So, what do I think of them once I'd given them a whirl?

Rose Sunrise, Amber Shimmer,  Flamant Rose Flamingo

Amber Shimmer, Rose Sunrise, Flamant Rose Flamingo

Packaging: I find the packaging to be a little meh. I'm not really a fan of the red bullets as I feel they look slightly cheap and tacky

Texture: A.mazing. Super moisturising and I really feel like my lips are being conditioned as well as applying a beautiful colour. 

Pigmentation: The two pinky coloured lipsticks are really pigmented but sadly Amber Shimmer didn't live up to the high standard that the other two had set.

Durability: As the lipsticks are a moisturising formula they don't last as long as a matte shade would, therefore I do find myself reapplying the lipstick quite frequently.

Price: I LOVE the price of these lipsticks, £1.99 is an absolute bargain for such a moisturising lipstick. I think the original price before they were discontinued was around £6 which I too could justify paying for them.

Overall I love these lipsticks, I like the fact that they make my lips feel conditioned and moisturised whilst adding a beautiful flash of colour. I have a feeling I will be buying more from the collection in the near future.

Have you tried these lipsticks? What is your favourite shade?

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Xtrasonline Order

Every now and then I have a little shopping spree from the comfort of my own bedroom. I'm not one who can spend hours online buying cosmetics as I'm quite fussy, indecisive and I love to shop on the high street (what girl doesn't?).  I bought the products below from xtrasonline, you can find their website HERE. I love this website as it's almost giving you a second chance at buying products that may have been discontinued or cosmetics that can be difficult to find on the high street at wonderfully low prices... intrigued yet?

Maybelline Moisture Extreme Lipsticks: Apricot Shimmer, Rose Sunrise & Flamingo

Maybelline Shadow Liner Bordeaux 

Maybelline Shadow Liner Bordeaux

Revlon Creme Gloss: Crush on Coral

Revlon Beyond Natural Defining Mascara Black

Rimmel After Dark Eyeshadow

The great thing about this little online shop was that the total price was around £19 including postage and packaging. I would definitely urge you to have a little peruse on the website and I'm sure you will find some products that will float your boat! 

If you would like a review on any of the products above then please let me know.

I have just started a YouTube channel which will have reviews, tutorials, chitchat and general bits and bobs so please check it out.

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It's A Nude Thing

Following on from my Estee Lauder lipsticks post, I thought I'd write a little review on what was one of my newest lipstick purchases...Barely Nude.

The picturemakes the lipstick look like the perfect nude but in reality it's a lot darker which I surprisingly really like. It's a creme finish which feels moisturising and isn't cakey but it does tend be slightly drying which isn't something I've really experienced with any of the other Estee Lauder lipsticks. The durability of the lipstick isn't as great as one would like considering it is a creme finish, but I always find I have to reapply lipsticks a considerable amount due to always being in air conditioned or over heated environments.  

I am wearing the lipstick in this picture and although the lighting is awful you can see that the lipstick is a lot darker on application than it appears in the tube. (I'm the one on the right btw) 

Overall Thoughts

I love the colour of the lipstick on application and as with every Estee Lauder Lipstick I love the packaging! Despite it being slightly drying I am pleased with this purchase, it may be more suitable for those with darker skin tones but I like the way it looks with my milky, pale complexion.

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Elizabeth Arden Favourites

I was introduced to Elizabeth Arden a while back by my lovely friend Amy, I had always been an Estee Lauder girl at heart and was, to be honest, a little dubious to try Elizabeth Arden Cosmetics as the name sounded grannyish to me and I had never really looked at any of their collections.

I absolutely adore the packaging, its chic and almost has a vintage look and the quality of the products are pretty much perfect. Somehow a vast amount of products have ended up in my make up collection and I don't how how haha!

 This Color Intrigue Quad is A.mazing, the shadows are sooo pigmented, easy to blend and are perfect for a natural eye. The packaging is sleek and compact with a decent sized mirror which is perfect to bring in your handbag

 This is my go to blush at the present. I'm a huge fan of mineral make up and this blush is just perfect for my skin tone and a small amount really brightens up my complexion. It's a nice warm shade and the packaging is what I would call granny chic which is perfect for me.

If you've been reading my blog for a little while you will have seen me mention this lipstick before. It is a peachy orange (I'm awful at describing colours) with iridescent glitter. It gives a subtle sheen to the lips which makes it perfect for day time and I have to say this is my favourite purchase from Elizabeth Arden.

Do you have any favourites from Elizabeth Arden? 

P.S Sorry for my lack of posts yet again I have been horrendously busy with work and everything else. Hope you all have a wonderous week 

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