MUA Product Review Pink Lipstick Shade 4

MUA Lipstick Shade 4 Swatch available here 

Although it’s been around for a while, this is the very first lipstick I’ve brought from MUA.  Pretty much every item in the MUA range is £1, which is an absolute bargain price and makes it all too tempting to pick these up along with your lunch.

Before I even begin, my favourite part of these lipsticks is the ends. At the base of each lipstick is a clear cover which is filled with a sample of the actual lipstick inside. What better way to make sure that the colour inside the tube is the same as the swatch on the outside?

This particular shade, number 4, is a bright blue based hot pink colour. The application is easy and the formula is very sheer, although the other lipsticks from the range have different formulations. As an added perk, this one smells like vanilla!

I personally love the packaging. A lot of people seem to think it feels cheap, but I disagree. It's a glossy black bullet and not underwhelming at all.

At 3.8g, you can’t beat the value. This is a great colour to wear everyday and I can’t wait to try out the other colours, especially number 15 which is a dupe for Topshop’s Coy.

What’s your favourite MUA lipstick colour?

New Look Outfit – Slouchy and Stretchy

Jumper and skirt - New Look / Pony Hair Loafers - Matalan

Here’s a super quick outfit post for you guys! I was playing around with a few pieces from my latest hauls and came up with this easy outfit. This thin knit jumper is in most wardrobes, but rather than pairing it with jeans, why not try it with a body con mini skirt instead? This one was just £3 in the sale! The combination of grey and oxblood is a bit different and goes really well.

The loafers have faux pony hair all over, how cute! I love these and have literally worn them out already.

I’d definitely pair this whole ensemble with a sparkly necklace to jazz it up, Dorothy Perkins have some gorgeous diamante designs in at the moment.

NOTD Ciate Strictly Legal

Ciate Paint Pot Strictly Legal  available from here 

As if this is the first Ciate product I’ve owned! This is a really unusual colour for me but I thought I’d try something different.

Ciate Paint Pots are described as long-lasting, ultra glossy nail enamels. They’re also Formaldehyde and Toluene free, and cutting down on chemicals is on my beauty to do list this year.

The first thing I noticed about this formula was how good the coverage was on these. From the first stroke, it’s clear that you could easily get away with one coat of this luxurious polish. It’s very opaque and shimmers with a gold, pink and green undertone.  The shimmer is very dense within the burgundy base and really makes this polish shine.

It lasted really well with two coats at just under a week. Overall, I’m really impressed with these and will definitely be picked up more Ciate polish!

What do you think of Ciate Paint Pots?

H and M Basics and Neon Earrings Haul

Everybody needs a few basics in their wardrobe. Whether it’s that perfect pair of skinny jeans or go anywhere black blazer, they’re the backbone of every good look.

The T Shirt has got to be the king of wardrobe staples.  It has to be plain, for me a loose fit makes it easy to wear, whilst a detail like a pocket or zip makes it a little more interesting.

These ones from H&M fit the bill perfectly. Slouchy, not too thick to make them heavy but not so thin as to be see through. They’re so good I bought them in black, grey and navy.

The flirty black and white polka dot skirt are also from H&M and were a steal! 

The navy blue TOMS style pumps were from an independent store and I thought they'd go really well with the t shirt and skirt as a super casual outfit.

As for the silver buckle bracelet, I just couldn't help myself, especially as I've been lusting after this one from Mulberry!

The harem pants are not such an essential, but at £7.99 I thought I’d give them a go, just as soon as I can figure out what to wear them with. Maybe a pair of high top trainers.

Onto the best part, these neon earrings! I have such a neon jewellery obsession at the moment, I love how it instantly picks up an outfit and drags it into fashion territory. I’ll be doing my best Pat Butcher impression with these.

What are your wardrobe staples?

Product Review: Kiehl’s Three Steps to Ultra Moisture – The Ultra Facial Collection

I don’t know about you, but Kiehl’s is one of my favourite brands. I can’t get enough of the Hand Salve and Crème de Corps, so I was really pleased to get this as a gift from the USA.

The Kiehl’s Three Steps to Ultra Moisture – The Ultra Facial Collection is a three piece set containing an Ultra Facial Cleanser (30ml), Ultra Facial Toner (40ml) and Ultra Facial Cream (50ml).

First off the cleanser. In a tube similar in size and shape to their famous lip balm, the little screw top lid is a little fiddly to open. The product itself is a semi-opaque gel with a very slight shimmer. This felt thick and luxurious and lathered well.

The toner is a semi opaque thickish liquid that I applied onto a cotton wool pad. It came out clean so the cleanser must have been good!

Finally, the moisturiser is quite a heavy cream that felt really comforting.

Overall after using the three products my skin felt soft and moisturised, although there was a little cream left on the skins surface. This is a great little kit and is just the right size to take away with you on holiday or for overnight stays. After using it for a few days my skin felt hydrated and clear. It’s a great little set and I’d recommend it to anyone who has normal skin.

Have any of you used Kiehl’s products before? What did you think?