A few weeks ago, Barry M released a lip kit, something that many companies have been doing as it's a product that has grown in popularity recently. I was a massive fan of Barry M when I was younger, and even now, I have an extensive collection of their nail varnishes. When I was in Superdrug one day, I happened to see that they released a lip kit. I've been on the hunt for a drugstore lip kit for a while, as I don't think I can justify buying a Kylie one due to price and customs fees, so I was very happy to see one available. I've been trying to get the Makeup Revolution lip kits for a while, but they've constantly been out of stock everytime I went into a Superdrug.

I saw that Barry M had three colours to choose from: Pose, which is light pink, Go To which is a nude and Runway, which is a berry colour. I was instantly drawn to Runway and after doing the swatch, I knew it was the one for me. This kit, which includes a 'lip paint' and matching liner, was priced at £6.99, which is an absolute bargain. The packaging is reletively simple. The box is the same colour as the lip paint and liner, and has the usual information on the back. But, let's get to the important bit, how it applies.


I didn't own any lip pencils prior to this Barry M purchase, they're just not something I would use; however, as I've read more and more posts of people talking about the pros of lip liners, I became increasingly interested each time. I kept seeing lip kits whenever I would go shopping, and I thought they would be the perfect product to get me into lip liners. When I applied this the first time, it glided and applied so nicely. I would have assumed it would be a bit chalky or would drag but this wasn't the case.


Moving onto the lipstick. At first, the lip paint colour appears to be a little lighter when you first apply it however, once it's completely dry, it becomes darker, more like the lip liner colour. It applied with such ease and the product is quite thin, which is actually a good thing. It drys quickly, still has a good amount of colour and feels light and comfortable once it's dry on the lips. No heavy, cracked feelings over here! Obviously, with most liquid lipsticks, they aren't going to last you forever and you find yourself having to top it up once in a while during your day (or night) and this is no exception. Although it did stick around for a little while, once I had a tea, it did start to wear off a bit, mainly in the centre and corners of my lips, so I wasn't surprised to see that happen.


Overall, I am extremely happy with this product and I'm so glad that I found it. It's such a good dupe to higher priced lip kits, such as Kylie Cosmetics, for a much cheaper price. Although I probably won't go out an buy the other two lip kits, because I don't think the colours will suit me, Barry M do have singles of other colours, so I'm probably going to have a snoop at those some point in the future. Well done Barry M, you've succeeded in producing a good liquid lipstick.

Do you own this lip kit? What are your thoughts on it? Do you own any other ones?

Look after yourself,


This blog post is not sponsored and all opinions are my own and honest!

A while ago I bought myself some more ColourPop, because I simply loved it the first time round. This time however, I got eyeshadows as well as lipsticks, because I had seen other people's reviews/posts on them and the shades looked stunning. So I wanted to share what I bought, just incase you were curious on some of the lipsticks or shadows and their colours.


Although I've done a review on the Matte lipsticks previously, I have now got some which are different formulas. Alongside the 1 Matte finish, I got 1 Satin, 1 Glossy and 1 Metallic. I wanted to mix things up a little bit and see if some of the different formulas worked better than the Matte lipsticks.

Two years ago (where has that time gone) I wrote about 'What's in my Makeup Bag', showing you what I was using. Well, many moons have passed and I must say that there have been some significant changes and thought it would be fun to see how much it has changed in the past two years. Although some items won't technically fit in my Makeup Bag, they do travel with me as part of it. So here goes, the 2017 edition of what's in my Makeup Bag.

As you can see the Makeup Bag itself has not changed because I just love it so much. As mentioned before, I got this from Primark. I purchased it long before I did the original post so it's very unlikely that you'll be able to find this, although I'm sure you can find similar elsewhere.


Before I apply my makeup, I use the Babyskin Instant Pore Eraser, to prime my face. However, for Christmas, I got a MAC Prep + Prime, which I've started using occasionally so I keep both on me. I have upped my game a little bit in terms of the foundation that I now use. If you've not read the post before, I used to use the Rimmel London Match Perfection Foundation but after I walked into a Space.NK stored, they used NARS on me. That's it, I switched over. I roughly started to use the NARS foundation 6 months after that post and I still have the same one. I use my Real Techniques Foundation brush to apply this and it gives me really good coverage. I only started using the Collection concealer because of the amounts of people who were raving about it, so that was another switch. Similar to foundation, I use the Real Techniques Concealer brush or occasionally, I'll use the Real Techniques Miracle Complexion Sponge. Something that hasn't changed, I still have kept with my Rimmel Powder. I know the packaging doesn't look appealing and I've hit the pan but it is how it is. Still going strong though. I normally use the Real Techniques Powder Brush. I absolutely love my Real Technique brushes. Don't know what I would do without them.


I love Makeup Revolution's palettes, whether it's eyeshadow, contour or blush but they are becoming quite popular in my collection. Not that I use them everytime, I love these two. First, it's the blush palette called Sugar and Spice. I only bought this late last year but I'm so glad I did. There are lovely variations of blush colours and you can easily use the shimmy ones as a highlighter. Such amazing pigmentation and can blend fairly easily. Love it. I also use the the Ultra Cream Contour Palette. Again, only purchased very recently, you can see that it's had some usage (sorry for not cleaning that for the pictures). I'm still fairly new to contouring but the cream formula is really easy to use. Once again, I use brushes from Real Techniques, using the Blush Brush for blush and the Sculpting Brush for contour.


Moving onto eyes, I actually use quite minimal stuff. As you can see, I don't have any eyeshadow pictured. I don't normally opt for eyeshadow if I'm putting together a quick makeup look and normally use them for events/special outings. Don't get me wrong, I love eyeshadow and all the looks you can create, I just don't normally go for it for everyday looks. Anyway, let's focus on what I do use. At the top, where all of the detailing has smudged off is the Soap & Glory Archery Brow Pencil, which I've had for quite a while now. I got quite a light colour as I didn't want to have really dark brows against my pale skin but I really love using this. For mascara, I love and use the widely-popular Maybelline Lash Sensational. It's so incredible, making my lashes so long and curly. In terms of eyeliner, I primarily use the Avon Glimmerstick Diamonds. I've used Avon's eyeliner for quite a few years now and I never get bored of them. Not that I use it everytime, I also have the Barry M Liquid Eyeliner. This is so good to get a fierce wing, just need a bit more practice.


For lips, my absolute favourite is Mehr from MAC. This is quite a subtle colour that it doesn't overpower a pretty basic look but you can tell that you're wearing it. Previously, I used the Rimmel London Kate Moss lipsticks, which I still own. I'm just really into this shade so much. Like eyeshadow, I do normally change up the lipstick if there is a special event/occasion, but this is the standard one on most basic occasions.


To finish this all up, I use the NYX Matte Finish Setting Spray, so that everything stays into place. I didn't have this in the last post. It's something that I only got last year and it's definitely something that I'd recommend people to buy if they don't own some sort of setting spray. It really does help keep your makeup intact and doesn't make my face feel too wet from it. So glad I invested into this.

There you go. That is the 2017 update of What's in my Makeup Bag. It has amazed me how things have changed, not just in terms of the contents of my bag but how my writing and photography has changed since the original post. But that's what Blogging is about, developing and becoming a better creator.

Do you use any of these products? Is there anything you'd recommend?

Look after yourself,


This blog post is not sponsored and all opinions are my own and honest!

I've never signed up for beauty subscription boxes before. I have been looking into them for a while, but just never got round to buying one myself. For Christmas, my boyfriend said that he'd pay for me to have a subscription to a beauty box for 12 months, suggesting that Look Fantastic appeared to be a front runner. I went with his suggestion and so, I'm now looking forward to getting 12 boxes full of different goodies each month. Although I got this at the beginning of January, I didn't want to post anything too early incase it would spoil it for people who were still expecting theirs, so I've left it much later. Never having a beauty box before, I didn't know what to expect but was still excited nevertheless.


Upon arriving at my house, I opened up and saw this cute package, which included an Elle Magazine, the Look Fantastic magazine (which gives detail on what's inside the box and what it does) but most importantly, the beauty box itself, which I couldn't wait to delve into.


Reviewing the box contents, I only know of one brand, Pixi (I have the Glow Tonic) but the good thing about beauty boxes is that I can try different products and they might actually work really well. So without further ado, let's have a little look at the products in the Look Fantastic January box.


The first product that I was instantly drawn to was the Trifle Cosmetics Liquid Glow. The packaging alone is very pleasing to look at, all pink and covered in little ice creams. Love it! I've not heard of this brand before but I had a quick look on their site and their other products look really nice. It's vegan and 100% cruelty-free, which is something a lot of people will be happy to hear. This lightweight liquid luminizer will give skin a little rosy finish and priced at £15.96 on their website, this is a great product to start the year off with and I look forward to using it.


Next up, it's the Nuxe Lotion Tonique Douce, which is a toning lotion. I've seen the brand name dotted around Boots but never have actually looked into the brand and it's products. Infused with rose, it helps soothes and refreshes, suitable for sensitive and normal to dry skin. The only other toner I have is from Pixi but I'm going to start giving this a try, see how it compares. It's a perfect travel size, at 35ml but a 100ml bottle from their website is priced at £9. Another great product to the first box of the year.


Third product in, and it's this mascara from Jelly Pong Pong (what a name). Again, not a brand I've heard of before but you can't go wrong with having a mascara in the Beauty Box. It's called the Fairy Lashes Curl, which can be bought from their website at £17.95. The packaging is pretty usual for a mascara but love the colour scheme it's got going. I've not actually applied this to my lashes yet, but the bristles are a nice size and looks like it's going to add some serious curls. I've been using my current mascara for nearly a year now so it's good to have a new one in the collection and can't wait to try it.


Here is the Brow Tamer by Pixi. Pixi is the only brand where I actually own something else from them but aside from that, I've never actually used a brow gel. It's something I've never really looked at using so I'm quite keen to try and see what it does for my brows. This soothing formula, containing Aloe Vera and Panthenol, helps conditions your brows so that it'll leave them silky smooth. Priced at £12 from their site, this is another great addition to this months box.


Next up, something that looks really interesting, is the Don't Despair, deep condition mask from Briogeo. I haven't ever really used hair masks before, although it has crossed my mind of something I'd like to try and start doing, so why not start it off buy using this. Some key ingredients include Rosehip Oil, Algae Extract, B-Vitamins and Almond Oil, each with a benefit to get some luscious locks. I'm really keen to start trying this and going by the reviews on the site, (mainly all with 5 stars), it must be really good. For a 236ml tub, it retails at $36, which seems a little pricy but it's likely that the product goes a long way and is worth the money.


Last but not least, are these rose gold tweezers from The Vintage Cosmetic Company. I've not really heard of them but have seen them about on Twitter recently. I've been needed a new pair of tweezers for a while so it was perfect timing that they were in this box. I love the colour of these and comes in lovely floral packaging.


For my first ever subscription to a Beauty Box, I am honestly really happy with what I got. I can't wait to try out some new and exciting products in the near future. I'm really looking forward to the next 11 boxes I get.

Are you signed up to any Beauty Boxes? Which ones? Do you own any of these products and use them on a daily basis?

Look after yourself,


This blog post is not sponsored and all opinions are my own and honest!