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June Favourites

By Nikoleta Ljuljdjuraj - 10:18 AM

Hello my lovelies,

Makeup and skin care are both things that I’m really interested in, and I like taking the time to choose my products wisely, investing a little bit extra cash if necessary. Despite promising to (more than) a few times, I have never featured any beauty posts on the blog before, so I feel it’s time for a change! Now that July is finally here, lets recap on some of my favourites from the previous month.

I started using cleansing oils for the first time this year, and I honestly don’t think I could ever go back to using a regular cleanser now! Oil cleansing feels so luxurious and relaxing, and it’s also a fantastic makeup remover for both skin and eyes. You really feel like you are taking every bit of makeup off your skin, and it doesn’t take much longer than a regular non-oil cleansing method. This month I started using this Skin Perfection cleansing oil by L’Oreal, and I am so impressed with it! Many cleansing oils can be quite expensive, but this one was an absolute bargain at around €10. It’s super quick to take off all my makeup after a long day, and it doesn’t leave an oily residue on my skin, which is an added bonus!

Another product I have been loving this month (and many months before, mind you) is the MAC Pro longwear paint pots, particularly the neutral “Painterly” shade. These little pots of wonder act as the perfect eyeshadow base, and can also be worn as an eye colour on their own. I apply mine all over my lids and up to my eyebrows, and it instantly neutralises any redness and gives me a nice even base to work with. I also use a shimmery paint pot in the shade “Bare Study” as a highlighter under my brows and all over the eyelid. I quite literally use these two products everyday, and I can’t recommend them enough!

I recently went on the hunt for the Holy Grail a foundations; something that could gave me great, all-day coverage without drying out my skin or looking too heavy. So many of you recommend Estee Lauder’s double-wear foundation, and I cannot thank you enough guys – it’s the best! I stays put all day long without looking dry or cakey, and it holds up really well while filming. I blend it into my skin with a good foundation brush, which I really think gives it that flawless finish that I love so much. I don’t need or want heavy foundation coverage everyday, so I don’t wear this product 7 days a week, but it’s there for me when I’m doing anything that involves a camera flash or a record button, and it ticks all the boxes

Finally, another product that I’ve been loving this month is the Rimmel Apocolips lip lacquer, which is like a mix between a gloss and a lipstick. The colour payoff is FANTASTIC, and they stay put for hours upon hours, without drying your lips out! They somehow achieve a finish that is matte, but with a hint of gloss, don’t ask me how! I have one nudey-pink shade, “101 Celestial” and another brighter pink, “303 Apocaliptic” shade, and I love them both! I must remember to pick up some more shades soon, as they’re cheap as chips, and I’m sure the rest of the range will be just as good.

What are your favourite beauty products right now? I’d love to hear your recommendations!

Nikoleta Lj, xoxo.

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MAC Ruby Woo Lipstick Review

By Nikoleta Ljuljdjuraj - 12:56 PM

Hello my lovelies,

Hope you are having a great day and weekend too! I’m very busy with my exams lately. I made it to write another review and that is my favourite red lipstick from Mac.

I have always been drawn to reds when it comes to lipsticks but since I was always a shy lipstick wearer I hardly ever dared wearing red and when I did, it didn't look all that great. After spending time over blogging, I have learned how lipsticks work, yet I got Ruby Woo pretty much on a whim. I wasn't sure if I would really like it or reach out for it all that much, but this is such a popular shade from MAC that I had to get it.

Ruby Woo by MAC is a deep but at the same time bright, blue-toned red. I don't think it even requires a description, it is what true red is. Since it has blue undertones it makes teeth look whiter and this is such a universal shade that it would suit most of the skin tones. Ruby Woo has Retromatte finish, which makes it an extreme matte lipstick. Now I am not sure why but as per my experience I don't find most lip products even half as drying as people rant! Perhaps, my lips aren't as dry but if you exfoliate your lips regularly and apply lip balm while doing the rest of your makeup, then blot it out before applying this lipstick, it won't give you too much of a hard time even if it doesn't glide on like butter. The pigmentation is great and the wear time of this lipstick is amazing. Once it's on, it doesn't budge! I won't say that it is 100% transfer-proof, but it is surely more than 90% transfer-proof. As for the scent, it is same vanilla-y as rest of MAC lipsticks, which isn't over-powering at all.

For me Ruby Woo literally it symbolizes being in love. For the first time in forever, I found my perfect shade of red. I love wearing this lipstick to full opacity, it is such a confidence booster and I have been reaching out for it surprisingly often. It is a must-have and I am so obsessed that I need a lifetime supply!

Have you tried this lipstick from Mac? What is your favourite red lipstick?

Nikoleta Lj, xoxo.

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February Favourites 2015!

By Nikoleta Ljuljdjuraj - 12:17 PM

Hello my beauties! February Favourites? Can’t believe it yet, the month just flew away so fast. But March, you’re welcome. It’s my favourite month of the year because it’s my birthday month! I’ve been loving a few products that I used every single day. Can’t get enough of them. I really hope you enjoy this post. Have a great day! Nikoleta, xoxo.

1. Real Techniques Expert Face Brush

I’m a huge fan of Real Techniques Brushes. The Expert Face brush isn't as wide as the Buffing one, but as always, the bristles are super soft and feel amazing against the skin. It's more oval shaped that the circular Buffing brush, so it would also be good

for applying bronzer in the hollows of the cheeks.

I much prefer using this one for applying foundation. It gives a full, even coverage - I use it like a normal flat foundation brush, like I'm 'painting' on foundation instead of buffing in circular motions. It gives a more flawless, even finish and doesn't use as much product!

Overall, I really do like the Expert Face brush. It's great for applying foundation, but could also be used for other purposes, like contouring. I love the diversity of the Real Techniques brushes, because although they're named for a specific task, they are also multitasking brushes, which you can use for your face.

2. Rimmel Provocalips in "Play with Fire"

A gorgeous deep red and what's awesome about it? It's not transferable what so ever. This stuff stays on when you eat, drink, kiss, and what ever your little heart desires. The only thing that comes off is the lip balm of course. This stuff does not budge all day. I hate having to reapply my lipstick every few hours. With this lip colour, you just have to apply the colour once, and reapply the lip balm everytime you feel a bit dry. This is the formula that everyone needs to get on. I've never had a lip stain or liquid lipstick last this long or have so much difficulty removing. If you do need to remove it though, the best way to do it is with an oil based make-up remover. I'm telling you guys, this is one beauty trend that is up and coming, and it's one that my pockets are going to be crying about because I'm going to be broke.

3. Rimmel Stay Blushed 001 Pop Of Pink

“Perfect for any occasion: the blush blends instantly and seamlessly to create a long lasting, natural-looking flush of colour that lasts up to 24 hours. Ultra lightweight, won't feel heavy. Lasts all day. “

I have the colour 001 Pop Of Pink which is a really nice bright pink, however don't be scared off when I say that it's bright because when it blends into the skin it actually looks really natural! It's just like the name of the colour says, its just a pop of pink!

The consistency of this is a mousse-like texture and I think that that's what makes it looks really natural on the skin. It also has a bit of an iridescent glow to it, which is a bonus cause then you don't have to use highlighter! I love this product so much that I have included it into my everyday make-up routine and I wear it to school and it definitely lasts throughout the whole day; which for me is 7-9 hours. Overall, I obviously love this! It's easy to use so I would recommend this to beginners! This is also really travel friendly in the way that it is small and compact but it still has a lot of product in it, and trust me, a little goes a long way!

4. Urban Decay Eye Shadow In Verve

The newly reformulated eye shadows from Urban Decay feature soft velvety texture, decadent color, uniform pigment distribution and blendability, and long-lasting crease-free wear.

Verve — a pale shimmery off-white shadow with a frost finish. Verve is great for highlighting or adding that little sparkle in the center of your lids to finish off a flat look.

I love this eyeshadow. I use it nearly every day and for a casual look I just apply it over my lid, mainly in the inner corners and use a black eyeliner with mascara, and it brightens up my eyes! i also use it when I’m going out and either do a darker smokey eye with this in the inner corner, or use "gun metal" - a shimmery blue from the Naked Palette 1 along with this which is one of my favourite looks.

This shade is versatile and can go with anything and it lasts a while and goes on really nicely. I have nothing bad to say about it, except it is a little pricey as an indiviual shade.

5. Mac Studio Finish Concealer In NW20

I am in love with this concealer! Where have I been before and didn’t tried this one out. It's super thick and I can even say heavy. It gets better when you warm it up a little bit - becomes thinner and creamier when it warms up. Do not rub it, just gently pat it into the skin. It covers like no other, seriously. It's the only thing that can cover my zombie dark circles and make me look slightly more normal. I usually apply it first with the concealer brush and then blend it with my ring finger. It brightens up the under eye area. The consistency of this concealer is great, and it stays a long time into the skin. It’s a saver for my life seriously, you can use this for any blemish that you have, it wil

What were your favorites in February?

Nikoleta Lj, xoxo.

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