Autumn Makeup Routine

I feel like if there's any time of year where someone has a specific makeup look that they gravitate towards, its got to be Autumn. Whether it be berry lips or bronzey eyes, I feel like everyone rocks at least one of the makeup trends that come out at this time of year.

 For the rest of the year I can never seem to stick with the same makeup and get bored of looks really easily, but then Autumn comes along and all is right in the world again. I can finally wear the colours that I love and actually suit me for a change (if it isn't obvious already, Autumn is definitely my favourite season). Each year my makeup changes slightly, but its always based around really warm gold/brown tones. The products below are what I've been using this year and I really love this makeup.

 Base

Revlon ColourStay Foundation

Collection Lasting Perfection Concealer

Rimmel Stay Matte Powder

Mac Springsheen Blush

Benefit Watt's Up Highlighter

 Eyes

Benefit Brow Zings

 Too Faced Shadow Insurance Primer

Soap&Glory Eye Palette (I can't find this anywhere :(!)

Soap&Glory Supercat Eyeliner

Rimmel Wake Me Up Mascara

Rimmel Eyeliner

Lips

Mac Velvet Teddy Lipstick

Rimmel Addiction Lipliner

xo, Orlagh

THE ALL-ROUNDER // BY TERRY OMBRE BLACKSTAR

When I first saw these eyeshadow sticks in a Tanya Burr video, I was obsessed. I was all set out to buy one - that was until I saw the price. Some people would think spending £29 on a crayon for your eyes is a bit insane; and so did I to be completely honest. I still really wanted one, so I decided to save up and buy it. At first I was thinking, am I really wise spending this much money on this? But as soon as I used it I knew it was worth the hefty price.

It really is an amazing product. It has amazing pigmentation and is easy to blend, but once it's set, it seriously does not budge. They have a range of 12 colours from bronzes to purples and they're all beautiful and really wearable. They work great as a base for eyeshadows but I often just end up wearing it on its own. The thing I love most about this product is that it is so easy to use, and great if you're in a rush. You can apply it straight from the tube and use a fluffy brush to blend out the edges and you're done! The colour I have is 13 Brown Perfection (below) and it can be used in so many different ways.

 I thought I would share some of my favourite ways to use this product. The first brush is great for packing it on the lid for a smokey eye. If I want something that isn't as harsh as black eyeliner I love using this angled brush to use it as eyeliner (really nice for blue eyes!) For everyday, using this fluffy brush to blend it in the crease looks really nice and keeps it looking polished.

I know these are probably out of a lot of people's budgets, so I found some great dupes that are a lot cheaper:

http://www.boots.com/en/Rimmel-London-Scandaleyes-Shadow-Stick_1306557/

http://www.boots.com/en/SEVENTEEN-Eye-Eye-Crayon_1427550/

http://www.nyxcosmetics.co.uk/best-sellers?product_id=62

Thanks for reading! 

xo, Orlagh

HIDDEN GEMS: DRUGSTORE MAKEUP

When buying new makeup products, I always go by what is popular in the beauty blogger world, but sometimes I like to venture out and try things that I haven't really heard much about.

There are so many great products out there that I love and don't feel they get as much recognition as they deserve, so I thought I would show you some of them.

Natural Collection Mascaras

I was looking for an affordable mascara to use every day, and after seeing good reviews for these mascaras I thought I would try them out - and they are so good!! They are only £1.99 and they are amazing for that price, especially if you're just starting out with makeup!

 Max Factor CC Cream

 This is really great for when you want more coverage than a BB Cream, but don't want to use a full on foundation. It has really good coverage but never feels heavy on the skin and looks really natural and healthy.

Miss Sporty Eye Pencil

For only £1.99 this eyeliner has really good pigmentation and stays on really well throughout the day. Great for the price and also really good for a starter kit if you're new to makeup.

Maybelline Dream Touch Blusher

I used to stay well clear of cream blushers because I knew I would end up looking like a clown, but I tried this and it makes it so easy. All you need to do is tap your brush in it once and it is so pigmented, so it will last you ages. It makes you look so much healthier than a powder blush, and stays on really well. I would really recommend this to mature woman as it gives you a really nice glow to make you look younger!

xo, Orlagh

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THE DO'S AND DON'TS OF RED LIPSTICK

Red Lipstick... It can be a touchy subject.
It's a great way of making a statement, and can completely transform your look. However, for all of you out there who are terrified of even the thought, I completely understand.

Red lipstick is a tricky thing to master as it can be very messy and when I first tried it, I looked a bit like Miranda Sings (YouTube reference).

After trial and error, I've realized that there are some things you do and some things you definitely don't do. Hopefully some of these tips can help you master red lippie!

Do's:

Do: Research 
This may sound silly, but it is so important that you know what shade of red will suit your skin tone because the wrong red lipstick can completely wash you out or clash with your skin. Before I knew this, I bought a red lipstick with an orange tone, but I soon realized that it did not look good with my ridiculously pale skin, so these shades of lipstick look best with darker skin.
Here are the type of shades which will look best on you according to the shade of your skin:

Do: Use a lipliner

This step can make all the difference. Since red is so eye catching, you want to make sure it's applied neatly, as people will be staring at it all day. Messy red lipstick? Not a good look.

Do: Touch-ups
The last thing you want when wearing red lipstick is to have it on the entire day without checking and then coming home only to realize it had been on your teeth the whole time! I always check every hour or so to see if it has faded so I just apply more

Do: Use lip balm
This makes applying the lipstick sooo much easier; especially if it's matte.



Dont's:

Don't: Apply straight from the bullet
Unless you have incredibly steady hands, I wouldn't recommend this. Using a lip brush can give you a lot more control and precision.

Don't: Be afraid!
Don't be scared to step out of your comfort zone, just have a little fun with it! The way you present yourself is an expression of your personality, so if you like something, don't be afraid of what anybody else thinks! If you feel confident in your own skin, it will be so much more obvious on the outside.


I hope these tips helped you out, please leave your thoughts in the comments and don't be afraid to ask me any questions you have!

xo, Orlagh

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SKINCARE ROUTINE: ACNE PRONE SKIN

Everyone's skin is different, whether it be dry, oily, combination, acne prone etc. , and it is quite important that what you use on your face caters to your skin type. 

Having acne prone skin (the joys of being a teenager) can be difficult as sometimes skincare products can work really well - or be a total disaster, and unfortunately you won't know how your skin reacts to them until you try it out.

I have tried a ridiculous amount of things to try and improve my skin a bit, but hadn't found anything that really worked until I found these products (Amen!). They have been working so well for me and my skin is the clearest it has been in a long time. I still have marks from previous spots, but I really complain.

Here's what I use on my face:

Nspa Melting Gel Cleanser: This is great for all skin types and is really gentle.

http://www.nspa.co.uk/products/melting-cleansing-gel-step-1/

The Body Shop Tea Tree Facial Toner: I love using this in the morning as it really wakes you up and it is amazing for clearing up spots.

http://www.thebodyshop.co.uk/shop-by-range/tea-tree/tea-tree-facial-toner.aspx

Lush Angels On Bare Skin: I think this is what has made the most difference on my skin, it's amazing. It's a cleanser/exfoliator with lavender and almonds so it's really calming but I love it as an exfoliator, it has cleared up my skin amazingly.

https://www.lush.co.uk/products/cleansers/angels-bare-skin

The Body Shop Tea Tree Skin Clearing Lotion & Bio Oil: I always used the moisturizer on its own, but it started to dry my skin out a little when the weather got colder, so i started mixing it with bio oil and I love it! The bio oil is so moisturizing but it doesn't make my skin oily, and it also helps fade acne scars which is a bonus.

http://www.thebodyshop.co.uk/shop-by-range/tea-tree/tea-tree-skin-clearing-lotion.aspx
http://www.boots.com/en/Bio-Oil-200ml-for-scars-stretch-marks-and-dehydrated-skin_51248/

Hope this can help a few of you out!
xo, Orlagh

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