Banish those dark circles! Thank you Bobbi Brown...

The other day I was asked what concealer I use under my eyes to banish dark circles when I put my face on.  I have very dark circles and have tried most concealers out there.  The one I love is by Bobbi Brown.  It comes in two parts: a colour corrector and a concealer. 

I put the colour corrector on first, not with a brush but with my little finger and cover the darkest area of my eye.  Then, no need to wait, I put the concealer straight over the top.   I love this it really works and when I am brave enough I will post a picture sans make-up to show you!  I find also, that if you blend with your finger it doesn't crease and lasts as long as my foundation.  I have used this duo for as long as I can remember and wouldn't be caught without it...!

The colours I use are as follows:

Warm Natural Creamy Concealer which also comes with a pale yellow powder.  (But, I must admit I don't use that!).  And Colour Corrector in Dark Peach.  This is the first step of my make-up routine and I then apply other stuff as normal.  This is my saviour, and dark circles banished!!!

Hope you like  xxx

The sun is here! Soleil Tan de Chanel - a Review

So the sun is officially shining in London and it was very warm.  We needed to entertain the kids and going to the park was a good option.  But, I was having a bad skin day and needed something to put on my face.  When its hot and sunny, I have to be honest I want minimal on my face and with two kids in tow, it has to be fast.   On a day like that, I reached for my uber-favourite product: Soleil Tan de Chanel.  Ok, so not much coverage, I agree.  And perhaps I need more.  But in a rush?  To the park?  Perfect for me.  It takes approx. 1 minute to apply;  all over my face and good to go.  I also find it colour corrects too and leaves a lovely sheen to the face which (I think) looks ace in the sun.

Ok, so this was in my garden just before we left, complete with washing in the background!!!  On that day, this is what I wore...

 

River Island cardigan

Tommy Hilfiger dress

Lacoste Marthe slip on shoes (Amazingly comfy!)



Make up disaster! Beauty Blender to the rescue!

So there I was the other day with my make up on.  Jessica was raving about a new product she'd just purchased regarding applying your foundation.  Now, I am a bit of a stickler for tradition and have always used a foundation brush.  To be honest, happy in my ways, I thought no more of it.

That was until I got home.  I looked in the mirror and OMG, rocky horror show!  I had not bothered too much with my foundation that day.  I was too rushed.  I didn't do my usual routine of face wash just before applying my foundation (I didn't have time).  I know its a lil bit shocking, but I grabbed my foundation brush and just washed over the serum and cream I had worn in the morning.  And the result?  Large patches of unemulsified bits of goo all around my face.  I was mortified!   I will now make sure I use a foundation base from now on.  My sister and Jessica were too gracious to point it out; glad they didn't!   So, needless to say I will be purchasing this product, and after the reviews I've read, I can pretty much say goodbye to my hazardous brush!   I will review of course, keep watching!  xxx

Bobbi Brown blusher in Desert Rose

Hello people!  It was Easter and time to get out and see people and find out what's going on in the world, outside of my manic household.  I was tired, the kids have been ill and I opted for make up which reflected my mood.  I wanted natural and I used my favourite blush of all time:   Bobbi Brown blusher in Desert Rose.   This is a soft pink shade and you can apply lightly for just a hint of colour or build it up for a striking look.  Here, I was having a lazy day and opted for the former...

I applied one sweep over my BB Cream from the top of my cheekbone, downwards.  I wear this almost every time; its a firm favourite and lasts quite well!

On that day I wore Denham Blazer in Grey, Topshop Leigh cropped jeans (I am a stickler for my skinnies and love Leigh) and T-shirt Asos.  Ballerina flats Jimmy Choo:

Right now the sun is shining, London is a beautiful place especially in the sunshine.  And I don't want to see a computer any longer!!!  Off to grab a coffee and enjoy in my garden...  Adios!  xxx

The Dorchester! Urban Decay Naked Palette - a review

 

 

My sister in law is a classy chick.  She took us to afternoon tea at no less than the Dorchester in London.  It was amazing and redefined my notion of posh.  I on the other hand am hapless, nervous and have the East End steeped in my roots.   So not forgetting where I was from I trotted up in my finery to give it a go and see how the glitterati do it!

First off my make up.  I wanted to do something natural but with a slight sheen which would look natural and subtle under the lighting in the hotel.  So I opted for Urban Decay Naked Palette.  I used Sin all over my eye and placed Hustle in the sockets. Then, I used Virgin to highlight my brow bone.  I really like this palette and have used it for a long time.  I find its good for daytime and I think it has a quality finish.  For me, this is just a staple basic in my make up bag.

 

 

 

 

It was a nice sunny day and I opted for a Floral dress by Ganni.  Still with a slight Spring breeze in the air, I topped off with a cardigan from Next.  (This was actually from the kids section but I think it looks alright!!! No jokes please.)   Shoes: Ted Baker.

So, off I went and had an agreeable time.  Apart from washing my hands in moisturiser instead of soap and tucking into my pre-dessert before I was told what it was, everything went smoothly.  The staff couldn't have been more attentive and made us all feel warm and welcome.  I'm going back!  Tomorrow! (Just kidding).

 

The pre-dessert that I couldn't wait to get stuck into!

 

And some tasty treats:

 

 

Hope you like! xxx

 

Happy Easter Everyone! Bring on the wine!

Happy Easter to all!  Hope you had a nice break as did I.  The little ones loved opening their eggs, even though they have currently roped me into buying a Kinder egg every day.   They were thrilled by the giant chocolate eggs and anything that puts a smile on their face is good news for me!  I had a good break, husband off work and helping with the babies.  Boy did I need this weekend, its literally like running on empty but I now feel a lil bit more chilled out.  Well, not exactly chilled out completely. I am one of those busy bees that just don't know how to kick back and relax! 

 

So during the break we saw friends, who plied me with wine and I had a great time.  Kids entertained themselves and slowly but surely my hectic regime seems to be lifting!  But the wine just keeps on coming and I say bring it on!!!

 

 

 

What I like to do

I am out eating here with my hubby who I have known forever.  We love eating out and now with two children in tow it becomes a bit more sporadic.  Luckily for me, they are fans of Nandos and MacDonalds which is fine by me.  I have in my life, been to some amazing restaurants but not knowing my sommelier from my maitre d,  I am much more at home on the high street!

So what else do I get up to?  Apart from the obvious shopping trips and a serious scour of the internet, I like listening to music and I am a massive fan of pop music.  Not cool huh?  I suppose I should know more than what's in the charts and maybe listen to something not so manufactured!  But, I enjoy getting up and being a seriously uncool mum and singing/dancing with my children.   You would not want to be in the same room.  My husband doesn't! 

I say bring on Rihanna, The Script, One Republic and Maroon 5.  Not forgetting One Direction for Maya and Kian...!

Still not cool?  Sorry!!!  I'll try to make up for it, I promise!
 
Keep living, keep laughing, keep loving xxx