Primark, Boots and H&M haul

Its no secret that I love to shop, and today I visited my local shopping centre and picked up a few bits!

In Boots I picked up Dove's new purely pampering body oil in the scent pistachio cream and magnolia, and it smells absolutely divine! Just from the first use my skin feels soft, smells gorgeous and doesn't leave a greasy residue. I also picked up Seventeens nail effects polka dots polish which has small circles of light and dark blue and black. It would look lovely as an accent nail or for a full out all over nail effect.

In H&M I picked up a basic grey t-shirt which is loose fit and slouchy and would look great with a pair of skinny jeans and a statement necklace. I also just picked up a plain black long sleeved jumper ready for the winter, paired with some thick black tights and boots, this would make the perfect look.

Then last but not least... PRIMARK, I picked up some absolute bargains. I bought a plain black bag which reminds me of one i saw in ZARA, its just the right size and I can even fit my laptop in the centre compartment! I also got a pastel powder blue purse which is quilted and the hardware is rose gold. Also I picked up a Bardot style dress, which is worn off the shoulders and is very form fitting (might have to get the Bridget Jones pants out!!!) I then picked up another pair of my favourite capri leggings in black and white gingham, they are so easy to wear and pair with crop tops or slouchy tees. My favourite purchase of today however are my new boots. Chelsea styled cleated heeled boots for only £15! I couldn't resist, these will definitely be an autumn winter essential for me.

What is your favourite high street bargain that you've found recently? Comment below and thank you  for reading 

Lots of love Emily x

My 'sweet dreams' skincare routine

As any girl knows getting home from a long day at work or school or anywhere for that matter, 2 things are essential to ultimately relax. Number 1, taking off your bra! Number 2, taking off your make up!


My night time skin care routine hasn't been as good as it should be lately, so when i popped into Boots I picked up a few new bits to try out.


To take off the majority of my make up i use Garniers Micellar Cleansing Water, not only does it remove make up, including stubborn mascara, its fragrance free and feels just like water on your skin!


Next I use the Botanics All Bright Gentle Cleansing Cream, which contains hibiscus to brighten and leave the skin feeling smoother. This product smells amazing, and is essential to me for removing stubborn make up that didn't come off with the cleansing water.

I follow up using another Botanics product, the 100% organic Rosewater Toning Spritz. I must admit i hate spraying things onto my face, like make up setting sprays but needs must. When I first tried this I was shocked by the sensation, however it left my face feeling toned, clean and with the scent of Damask Rose I was sold!

Last but not least, I've been using the Nivea Daily Essentials Sensitive Night Cream, I have suffered from sensitive skin ever since I was little mainly on my face and my legs. However this cream leaves my face feeling well moisturised, reduces redness and overall more healthy looking. 

Photo taken from http://www.boots.com/en/Botanics/

In the morning when I wake up the next day my skin feels soft, rejuvenated and ready for the day! I haven't tried many skincare items from Botanics before and I'm glad that i have. Nivea and Garnier skincare have been staples in my skincare but every now and then its good to try something new!

Whats your holy grail skin care product? Comment below and thank you for reading 

Emily x

An everyday summer make up look

During the summer months I ditch the full coverage and go all sheer. That is with the make-up I may add!

Here are the products I use in my everyday summer look and my before and after pictures.

On my face I start off with the Bourjois happy light luminous primer, which gives my skin a dewy look. I mainly focus on my under eyes, cheekbones, cupids bow and the top of my nose just to give a highlighting effect. On top of that I use the Bourjois BB bronzing cream which compliments and adjusts to nearly all tanned skin tones. I however wouldn't recommend this to be used on fair skin tones. Then using the Collection lasting perfection concealer I conceal my under eyes.Then using the Bourjois bronzing primer to contour, and dolly mix blush to brighten up my face, I then powder my T-zone and now its onto the eyes!

Sleek's Dolly Mix blush, Bourjois bronzing primer, happy light primer, BB bronzing cream, Collection lasting perfection powder and concealer, Real Techniques buffing brush, contour brush and pointed foundation brush Seventeen blusher brush and Barbara Daily powder brush.

On my eyes i used Benefits bikini-tini as a base for my eyes, I then put Sleeks taupe eyeshadow all over the lid and used Conker in the crease, both of these eyeshadows are from the Au Naturel palette. Then using my Maybelline eyeliner in my waterline, my Bourjois Bourjois volume 1 seconde mascara and my Maybelline brow drama in dark brown my eyes are complete!

Maybelline brow drama and expression kajal liner, Sleek palette in Au Naturel, Bourjois one second mascara, Benefit Bikini-Tini, Real Techniques accent brush, base shadow brush and deluxe crease brush.

Lastly for my lips i used Maybellines colour sensational lipstick in electric orange with Sleeks eau la la liner in pumpkin

 And here is the finished look..

What is your favourite summer essential? Comment below and let me know!

Thankyou for reading 

Emily x

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Summer lovin' make up and OOTN's

My summer holiday this year was to the island of Lanzarote, and wow was it beautiful. Me and my boyfriend escaped for 8 nights and I wish it could've been longer!

As you can tell we both were a tad excited!

Not only did I have great company, great weather and fabulous cocktails, I got to wear some of my favourite summer purchases, and I even managed to get in a bit of retail therapy spanish style!

Kimono: Boohoo Shorts: ASOS Shoes: Primark

Here are some of my favourite outfits from my summer holiday! 

Body suit: ASOS Shorts: ASOS Shoes: Nike
Check shirt: H&M (boyfriends)

  

So now on to my favourite part the make up! 

I managed to get the Sleek blush by 3 limited edition candy collection trio (bit of a mouthful if you ask me) The colours are absolutely stunning and include Candyfloss, a pink blush with golden shimmers. Dolly Mix, a slight lilac pink blush and Cupcake a hot pink cream blush that blends beautifully!

Left to right: Cupcake, Dolly Mix, Candyfloss

I also got 3 nail varnishes by the brand RARE,  and the set I got is called 'All the fun of the fair' it came with Blue Skies, a colour true to its name, Helter Skelter, a coral colour and my favourite Bright Lights, a copper, gold, blue and green chunky glitter polish!

I also picked up some make up wipes for a euro, they smelt like coconut i could not resist! 
I think I've saved my favourite for last, please welcome the new addition to my MAC family...
SNOB! A nude pink colour which looks great with a tan and makes your teeth look super white!

Whats your favourite purchase you've made abroad? Comment below and thank you for reading!

Emily x