Kylie Minogue Sweet Darling Perfume

You can find this here

Granted this is the empty bottle. But thats the perfect time for a review isn't it?

Good Points

* The scent - this is a sweet, girly scent which can be used for both day and night time

*The scent lasts really well - if I've worn this the day before, when I'm putting my clothes in the washer i can still smell it

*The packing is simple and sweet, and the bottle has a really lovely iridescent tone to it

*Its travel friendly, you can purchase this as small as 30ml, but even the 100ml i had is perfectly handbag/suitcase friendly

*Its economical - yes its not the cheapest, but considering I've had this for so long, I've got a lot of use out of it and its lasted me an age!

Not So Good Points

Its a little outdated - I've had this probably around 5 years, and when someone asks what you're wearing, and you reply 'kylie minogue' it doesn't get the same response as 'marc jacobs' or 'chanel' does it?

*Cost - considering this is a celebrity fragrance which has been released for a considerable number of years, its still £33.33 for 100ml. Yes there are perfumes far more expensive than this, but there are also perfumes for less. Luckily this was a gift, but if i were to be spending that sort of money on a fragrance, id rather pay that little bit more (or the same) and go designer.

Overall, i totally recommend this perfume, and i would possibly repurchase this in the future if it came down in price or was in some sort of offer. If you like sweet girly smells, you'll definitely like this, and its perfect to wear anytime, whether you're at work, going on a date, or a night out!

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FAB Body Moisturiser Review (Glossybox Product)

You can buy this here for £10.27

Well. This is a really hard review to write because i really can't think of that much to say. I was neither wowed or severely disappointed. Rather than write a paragraph which most people will just skip over i thought id set this out a little different and easier to skim over.

Good points:

*This particular size is perfect for travel or to put in your handbag (i sometimes use these as hand creams - they're for your body right?)

*I could wear this then perfume on the top, because this lotion has no scent so there wasn't a clash of smells that i sometimes find with other products

* The formula is really creamy and feels nice applied to the skin

*It soaks in really quickly which is good for people on the go

*Jennifer Aniston is said to use this brand - if its good enough for her!

*Considering its a travel sized product, it lasted me a good few weeks

Not so good points

* Price - although £10.27 isn't going to break the bank, there are other moisturisers which i absolutely love that cost a fraction of this price

*It didn't leave me moisturised for longer than a day

* It didn't moisturise my dry areas, so if you have dry skin i wouldnt recommend this

*The packaging means you theres product left in the bottle even when you can longer get any out - i hate waste!

*There was no scent - this is something i always notice first about a body product, and i have to say i was a little gutted there was no scent!

Overall this is an average product, but i won't be repurchasing this body moisturiser as i think there are far better moisturisers on the market which are a little more purse friendly!

See my FAB Face Cleanser Review here

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NOTD: Rimmel 60 Seconds Sunny Side

This is the perfect summer shade. Its got tiny flecks of gold which catch the light really well!

It lasted a good 4 days without chipping, and that was without a top coat.

This reminds me of Marilyn Monroe, as something she would wear during the day -  as strange as that sounds!

Overall a very decent polish which i definitely recommend 

:)

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NYX Nude On Nude Palette

I  couldn't contain my excitement when i found this in TK Maxx for £12.99. I love me a neutral palette, and the fact this came with lip colours was simple a bonus. I find some of the colours to be similar to the Urban Decay Naked Palette, and the MUA Undressed Palette, so i knew i had to get it!  

As you can see some of the colours I've already used ( i couldn't wait to try it before i photographed it for you!

I personally have rarely used lip colours in a palette, because i can't use that same colour to touch up during the day, but i think i may give this a go - i don't like waste!

My first impressions of this palette is that the pigmentation is very good, and although I've only used a couple of colours i am seriously impressed. I can see this becoming a staple product !

You can find this palette here

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August Favourites

Seen as my last months favourites were late, this seems to have come around so quick! A lot of these favourites were things i took on holiday and loved, so without further ado...

Collection 2000 Colour Match Foundation

I got this from Poundland believe it or not! After a week abroad my skin is definitely a few shades darker, but i didn't want to spend much money on a foundation ill only be using for the next couple of months. This is really smooth, and although its dark, its not too dark and like it says on the bottle, it really does blend into your skin colour.

Collection 2000 Shimmer Shades in Blushalicious (3.99) Boots - here

This was the only blusher i took on holiday so i used this everyday. Its SO pigmented and it will last me ages as you only need the tiniest amount on your brush. I haven't really used the bottom right shade, but i love all the others - i generally use a little of each on my cheeks everyday for a summery look

No7 Exceptional Definition Mascara in Black (12.50) Boots - here

I took 2 mascaras on holiday, and didn't even use the other one because this is so amazing. It makes my lashes really long and full, its easy to take off, and the brush feels like i gets right in-between each lash.

MAC Plusglass in Ample Pink (17) - here

Ive been wearing this during the day this month, as it seems to just go perfectly with whatever makeup i am wearing, not to mention it smells absolutely gorgeous. Its a subtle nude with a tiny hint of pink, and i always get compliments on this!

17 Ultimate Volume Lipgloss in Butterfly Cake (3.99) Boots - here

I wore this most evenings on holiday, and found its really stunning when the light catches it. Its a pretty pink with a subtle gold shimmer which is what makes it catch the light. It lasted even after a meal, and its in no way sticky - intact it was so smooth i couldn't stop rubbing my lips together!

Revlon Just Bitten Kissable Lip Balm Stain (5.99) Boots - here

I LOVE everything about this, the minty smell, the way it feels on my lips, and of course the colour. Its the perfect summer colour, but i will still be using this throughout the autumn as its just too good not to!

Bourjois 1 Second Gel Nail Polish Shade 14 - £5.99

(The false nails are Kiss)

I definitely saved the best til last! It was my birthday on the 1st September, and i luckily found this just in time - this is most definitely my favourite nail polish EVER. I felt like a true disney princess when i put this on 

:)

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Holiday Preparation #5 - Travel Makeup Bag

This is the 5th and final post in my holiday prep posts - i hope youve enjoyed them! Ideally i would have liked them much more spread out, but life got in the way of that as it tends to do!

Holiday prep part 1 - here

Holiday prep part 2 - here

Holiday prep part 3 - here

Holiday prep part 4 - here

(L-R)

Miss Sporty Liquid Concealer With Vitamins E & C in Light - Superdrug

Garnier BB Cream in Light £7.49 - here

17 Hide and Chic Eye Brightening Conceraler in Light Rose £4.99 - here

(L-R)

Benefit High Beam £18.50 - here

Benefit That Gal Brightening Face Primer £21.50 - here

MUA Clear Mascara Shade 1 £1 - here

(L-R)

Collection 2000 Shimmer Shades in Blushalicious - Superdrug

NYC Colour Wheel Mosaic Face Powder in All Over Bronze Glow £3.99 - here

(L-R)

2True Effortless Eye Liner in No1 £1.99 - here

Avon Liquid Eyeliner in Blue

(Top-Bottom)

17 Perfect Definition Eyeliner in Onyx £2.89 - here

Rubie & Millie Eye Liner in Blue - Boots

Miss Sporty Eye Pencil in Solid £1.99 - here

(L-R)

Barry M Blusher Brush - here

Elf Professional Flawless Face Brush - here

2 random eyeshadow brushes

Kabuki Brush - ebay (obviously new)

Benefit Lemon Aid Eye Primer £16.50 - here

MUA Heaven and Earth Palette £4 - here

NYX Nude on Nude Palette £25 - here

(or £12.99 -TK Maxx)

(L-R)

Eyelash Curlers

Maybeline Great Lash (Waterproof)  in Very Black £4.99 - here 

No7 Exceptional Definition Mascara in Black £12.50 - here

MUA Mascara in Shade 3 £1 - here

(L-R)

Collection 2000 Cream Puff Moisturising Lip Cream in Fairy Cake 3 £2.99 - here

Loreal Colour Riche Serum in Freshly Candy - Superdrug

MAC Plusglass in Ample Pink £17 - here

(L-R)

Barry M Glossy Tube Shade 6 £3.99 - here

17 Ultimate Volume Lip Gloss in Butterfly Cake £3.99 - here

The Body Shop Honey Bronze Lip Nectar in Coral £9.50 - here 

(L-R)

Collection 2000 Lock N Hold Lipgloss in Break Dance £2.99 - here

Revlon Just Bitten Kissable Balm Stain in Cherish £5.99 - here

Collection 2000 Lock N Hold Lipgloss in Body Pop £2.99 - here

And there we have it ! Youre probably thinking why am i taking so much, but i promise you it fits into a really small makeup bag, and im well within my baggage allowance so why not

;)

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Holiday Preparation #4 - Hand Luggage

I must say im impressed with myself this year, as ive really managed to concise my hand luggage, by basically only taking things i will need. Ive decided to use the bag ill be using on holiday, as it means im not packaging another bag in my suitcase. 

If you need a little help with what to pack, or youre nosey like me, i hope you find this useful

:)

Holiday Prep part 1 - here

Holiday prep part 2 - here

Holiday Prep part 3 - here

Holiday Prep part 5 - here

Bag - Primark

Books, Magazines, Puzzles

Bag - Boots

I find it really useful to have a smaller bag to put all the smaller items in, as the last thing i want is to be rummaging around looking for something in an unorganised bag.

Travel Sick Tablets

Ibuprofen

Hand Sanitiser

Tissues

Hand Cream

Inhaler

Lip Balm

Bobbles

Grips

Chewing Gum

Perfume Samples (travel sized)

17 Lipstick - Beehive

(had to have one beauty product didnt i)

Sunglasses case - Matalan

Sunglasses - Boots Opticians

Ill also be packing makeup wipes, which can be used as baby wipes, and sweets for the jorurney (boiled sweets for take off!)

Hope this helps!

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