Shopping my stash - Revlon PhotoReady Foundation

I haven't reached for this foundation for quite some time. This is for two reasons:

1) It was little bit too dark for me (007 Cool Beige)
2) My skin has been quite oily and I didn't need extra glow on my face
Just for reference, I've been using Bourjois Healthy Mix Serum 52 Vanilla before.

So this is why I've been using PhotoReady lately:

Darker shade is no longer a problem as I have my holiday tan now (whoop whoop).

My skin has been experiencing some serious dullness problem. For some reason it's been lacking that 'heathy glow'. Every morning I'd wake up looking tired and 'gray'.
Healthy Mix normally does the job when it comes to skin 'pick me up'. But in this stuffy weather it just couldn't survive on my face. It would breakdown by lunch time on me. So 4 hours after application I would have a disco ball face.
Photo Ready on the other hand seems to be holding on my face far better. It actually lasts looking pretty good all day long. Doesn't dry my skin out and no cakeyness. It contains tiny shiny particles but they are invisible when blended. These little things are responsible for 'the glow' factor.

I am quite baffled by this whole 'oily but dull' skin issue I'm having. Doesn't anyone else experienced that? PhotoReady is definitely the answer to this!

Sylwia x

Random Favourites - Mango, Taylor Swift, Bio Oil, Pina Colada and Open Uni

1. Mango Peach Salsa Yankee Candle & Mango Beautifying Oil - I am obsessed with these two! This Yankee is perfect for Spring/Summer. Smells sweet but fresh, not sickening at all. Dry mango oil from The Body Shop smells divine too. I always wondered how oil can be dry? But I guess it means that it moisturises but isn't greasy. This one is like that anyway. I don't like it for my hair thou, makes it look stringy.
Anyone knows any mango scented stuff? I am addicted to this scent so give me anything!

2. Taylor Swift 'Red' - Never thought I'd be a fan but I am enjoying this very much.

3. Bio-Oil - I am not committed enough to apply this regularly on my stretch marks so won't tell you here that this is a miracle product. It is helping my super dry nose at the moment though. Bio-Oil is re-hydrating skin around my nose and I hope it will get rid of the dryness for good. I tried many things and this is the only thing that seems to be doing any good.

4. The Open University - I've started to work on my final EMA assignment for Openings Module. I have to submit it by mid July. I enjoyed this module a lot. I managed to wake up my brain and remind myself what's it's like to study and revise. I'm looking forward to my first year as a Uni Student. But for now I need to focus on finishing this one.

5. Pina Colada - I don't think I have to explain much here! It's soooo yummy! It will forever remind me of Tenerife.

Sylwia x

Couple of classsics

I do love a bit of airport shopping. It usually means browsing through shops I don't have easy access to.
My recent airport visit concluded in purchasing Mac Creme Cup lipstick and Naked 2 pallet. The second one I actually bought on a plane for £30. I believe that's £6 cheaper than in the shops so I was a happy bunny.

I won't go on about these because I am sure you've all heard and seen enough. I just wanted to mention that I'm a proud owner of  two products every single make up fan owned for about... ever.

I haven't started using them yet. Not sure why as I am quite excited to try both of these out. I think I just like things to stay looking brand new for a while. I'm weird... I know.

Anyone else lacking Naked 2 out there? .... No? .... Didn't think so!

Sylwia x

Holiday OOTN

I am back from Tenerife! Had an amazing time but it's time to get back to reality.

I've got a little holiday outfit for you guys. I absolutely love these H&M shorts. They can be dressed up or down in many different ways. I think they were only £7. White simple shirt is from New Look and shoes from Dorothy Perkins.

Shame it's not warm enough to wear this kind of thing in England.



 

Earrings from Dorothy Perkins :)

Sylwia x

Holiday Haul

4 days to go! Tenerife here we come! Whoop whoop!

New holiday stash here :) I didn't go crazy. I do own loads of pretty flowery dresses, maxi and mini. Lots of summery tops and few bikinis. But it's always nice to have something new and top up the holiday wardrobe with new pair of shorts or sunglasses.

 

*Bikini - Next
*Indian Night Jasmine Fragrance Mist - The Body Shop
*Blouse (will be worn as beach kaftan) - Tesco
*Flowery headband - Primark
*White Jeans - Dorothy Perkins (on sale now for £17)
*Stud sandals - River Island (on sale now for £18)
*Sunglasses - Dorothy Perkins
*After Sun Balm - Nivea
*Dry Shampoo - Batiste
*Daily Moisturiser SPF 15 - Neutrogena (at Home Bargains for £1,99!!!)
*Earrings - Dorothy Perkins (on sale now for £3)
*Loreal Caresse Lipstick in 03 Lovely Rose
*White thing I will wear instead of a bra under white tops (whatever it's called) - New Look
*Shorts - H&M
*Shirt - New Look (on sale now for £10)
*Strappy glittery sandals - Dorothy Perkins

Now that I look at this list it seems like a lot of stuff! I did get some bargains thou and used my NUS Student discount at Dorothy Perkins and New Look.

First time in my life I am actually excited about packing! No doubt I will totally over pack and not wear half of the stuff I'll take with me.

Sylwia x

Shopping my stash - Soap & Glory Wowed Mouth (Super-Colour Fabulipstick)

I like to use my lipstick in the morning and then take it with me to re-apply during the day. Therefore I tend to stay away from lipstick pallets.
Wowed mouth was a Christmas gift from a friend who knows I love all things make-up. I saw the pallet, thought 'I won't ever use this' and hid it in a draw. I found it last week and realised how much of a Muppet I was for neglecting it!

These lipsticks have creamy texture, good staying power and moisturising properties. Little lip brush that comes with the pallet is very handy too. It applies the colour evenly and effortlessly.

The Missing Pink (dusty rose pink) and Man Trap (wearable red) are my faves. These two colours suit my skin tone perfectly. All of the other shades are very wearable too. But I am not a big fan of Naked Beige as it's too brown for my liking.

This pallet was a limited Christmas edition. But you can get all of these these colours in full proper lipstick sizes link

Any fans of Soap & Glory Lipsticks out there?

Sylwia x

Royal Blue Maxi Skirt OOTD

After little moan at the weather in my last post, sun surprised us all and came out at the weekend. It still was little windy and chilly at times so shorts and vests were out of the question. I really wanted to wear something summery but had to keep me fairly warm.

I went for royal blue maxi skirt I purchased last month. It's from the teenage section in New Look. No, it's not because my figure is petite, far from it. But I am short so it guaranteed the good length and no dragging it on the floor when wearing flats.

I paired the skirt with simple stripey top from H&M. I got it back in December and only recently realised how many outfits I can pair it with.

Accessories:

*Sunglasses - Dorothy Perkins recently
*Watch - Michael Kors
*Bracelet - New Look
*Bangle - Primark recently
*Belt - Ebay Link!

I hope sunshine will keep it up and stay out of the clouds for a little longer.

Sylwia x