Well what a miserable week we've been having up North and what better a way to brighten your day than some bright summery nails.

I went through my polishes looking for the perfect coral to pop a bit of colour into my day. I settled on a Revlon Nail Enamel in 440 Siren.  I totally forgot about this, think I received it in a Glossy or Birch Box and just put it in my stash.

This is the perfect summer coral it goes on smoothly with no streaks and only needs 2 coats. I will definitely be getting my wear out of this throughout the summer months. 

I do love finding products I forgot I had have you rediscovered forgotten products recently??

Carrieanne x

A 1991 study showed that female politicians who employed Hollywood makeup artists and photographers were 30% more likely to win elections, simply by grooming her eyebrows, wearing certain colored blouses, and smiling!

Toodle-oo

Lisa xx

Last Thursday myself and a small group of Bloggers were very lucky to be invited to celebrate Leeds Lush Spa's 4th Birthday and what a night it was.

Anyone that knows me know I have a bit of an addiction to Lush products and I feel a little cheated and disappointed if my bath or shower lacks a Lush scent. I just love it when people come into my house and can smell the lush products before they even get to my bathroom. 

The event was between 6.30 and 8. On arrival we received a glass of water which had been flavoured with fresh fruit and a red rose petal trail which was a brilliant touch. We also had a little introduction
 to what the night was about.

We went to 4 different stations around the room to go through different Spa Treatments. The staff where amazing and like always really friendly, they went through the all the different steps of each treatment and the products used.

(The Comforter)

(Synaesthesia)

After going round all the different treatments we got to go downstairs and see the SPA and what can i say its absolutely amazing like something out of a fairy tale. Its like a country kitchen with little bottles straight out of Alice in Wonderland and the dim lighting adds to the effect too.




We got to see 2 of the treatments in action and I have to say they looked so relaxed like they didn't even know we were in the room.





(The Good Hour)

We ended the evening with gorgeous Vegan cakes from That old chestnut which was the best cake I have ever tasted I opted for Coconut and lime and also by signing an enormous birthday card.

I loved my evening and so glad I got to have a nosey round the Spa.
This will definitely be on my Christmas list just need to decide which one I want.


Has anybody had one of their treatments?? How did you find it??

Carrieanne x

During the Heian Period, a Japanese woman's beauty was judged by the length of her hair, The ideal was considered almost two feet longer than her waist!

I bet that took some brushing.

Toodle-oo

Lisa xx

To give your­self a glow by shrinking pores, giving your skin an antiox­i­dant burst by evening out skin tone with some champagne and a cot­ton ball. 

Expensive but a good excuse to celebrate!

Carrieanne xx

The number one benefit for me was its ability to help fight spots. This is because green tea contains catechins, which are anti-bacterial agents that suppress acne-causing bacteria and help regulate hormonal imbalances. It also possesses potent anti-inflammatory properties that help reduce the redness and inflammation brought about by spots, thereby helping them heal and reduce the scars. Yeay!!

De-Puff Your Eyes With Raw Potatoes

Use raw potato slices to soothe your eyes as they are astringent which means they help decrease water retention and they also contain the enzyme catalase which helps lighten dark under eye circles. Make sure you first, wash and peel the potato. Cut two slices and place one on each eye for 10 minutes. Lay down, relax and let the potatoes work their magic. Rinse the eye area gently with lukewarm water when you're done.

Carrieanne xx

I was so excited a couple of months ago when I received my Glossy Box to see there was a full size mascara and one i had never seen or heard of before.

The name Jelly Pong Pong I loved instantly and I really like the packaging it came in a lovely box describing how brilliant the product is so I couldn't wait to try it out.

The Mascara claims to be volumising and good at curling ....... the wand is very small and thin not normally something i would purchase.

When applied this mascara really disappointed me I didn't find it thickening at all and as for curling it didn't do that either. I think it made my eyelashes look thin and quite spidery. 

I wouldn't purchase this but will probably use the remaining for a day look in an emergency.

I really wanted to love this but I'm sorry but it just didn't work for me!!

Have anybody else tried and like this??

Carrieanne x

I love it when i find something id forgotten about, this was nearly as good as the time i found a brand new pair of shoes in my wardrobe that i bought in the xmas sale!

Katie S at Katies World

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Englishwomen would achieve beauty by eating arsenic!! The deadly poison – used in the 19th century – gave the skin an interesting glow, although the side effect was that it shortened their life span.

Seriously how have i not tried this sooner. I love finding anything that is designed for my oily skin type because I am always conscious that if i try anything new it will make my oily skin worse or cause me to break out.

because i break out a lot i like to wear lots of foundation usually opting for full coverage to make sure every inch is securely covered up as much as possible. 

Up until now i have struggled to keep my makeup on for a full day and I am really paranoid about it constantly checking my face in the mirror and re applying all the time.

I have started using primer and setting powder which helps lots  but this is added protection against makeup melt down through  oily or through everyday issues such as heat and humidity.

I bought this in the trial 30ml size for £9 as i was really skeptical about it having never used a setting spray before, but i wish i had just gone for the full size version.

My new improved routine is to prime, apply my foundation and finishing powder then once all my makeup is on i have a quick spritz of this magical mist and I am ready to go.

I can literally go all day without having to touch up my foundation at all it keeps everything perfectly in place and avoids the usually mid day shine i normally get. 

De-slick setting spray is my favorite product at the minute i will never ever be without it ..ever ever ever!

You can get this here the full version is £19.50 for 118ml and it is seriously worth it.

hands up if you are in love with Urban Decay de-slick makeup setting spray!

Toodle-oo

Lisa xx

Well what a difference a day makes yesterday I was moaning that my make up was sweating off in the heat and today it's going to be running in the rain! 

I thought I would cheer my face up by using my Illamasqua liquid metal for a bright gold twinkly summer look! I am in absolute love with this and cannot believe how pigmented it is.

It is a metallic cream that can be used on the eyes, face or body. I prefer to use it as an eyeshadow but because it can be blended for a subtle look it can be used as a highlighter. 

This product is perfect for a day to night look as can be built up for a very dramatic eye look for evenings. 

It is now in the Illamasqua sale for a steal price of £7.50 down from £17.50 you can find this Here or better still it is in our big Illamasqua UK giveaway Here.

Quality*****

Hope the weather is better near you 

Toodle-oo 

Carrieanne xx

I love summer and the warm weather but I always seem to get dry feet, maybe because of the fact I think I'm a Hippy and I dont have to wear shoes for walking round the garden!

I thought I would show my feet some love and give them some pampering. 

What you will need 

• 1 cup milk
• Sugar or salt (either will work)
• Baby oil or vegetable oil
• Thick moisturiser
• Socks

1. Soak feet for 5-10 minutes in a warm foot bath made with 1 cup milk and 5 cups warm water.
2. Create a homemade foot scrub by putting 4 tablespoons salt or sugar in 1/2 cup oil. Baby oil or vegetable oil works well.
3. Massage the homemade foot scrub in a circular motion into bottoms of feet
4. Apply moisturizer thickly on feet. A super-rich moisturiser like cocoa butter or even Vaseline works 
5. Put on some cotton socks and keep them on throughout the night

Carrieanne xx 

At the moment I'm down at my partner family's in Southampton and its so blumming hot!! So much warmer than up in Yorkshire and I thought it was warm there. So today I thought I would go for the no make up natural look with a beach style effortless hairstyle.

Last week in my Glossy Box I received the Bamboo Style Boho Waves Tousled Texture Mist. So thought I would give it a whirl. It says it is made with organic bamboo and blue yucca for sustainable style.

You can use this on dry or damp hair by spraying from root to tip and shaping with your fingers for loose, tousled style. 

I applied this to damp hair and let it dry naturally and this was the result after been out and about all day. 

Firstly I would just like to say a MASSIVE thank you from myself and Lisa to each and every one of you that have took time to read our blog, comment and follow. We never expected to get to 200 so quick and we are very grateful. 

 (This is mine your will come unopened in cellophane) 

 Ok now the mushy stuff is out of the way here's the deal as a big thank you we are giving you a chance to win a Illamasqua eyes and nails Mystery Box with products totalling £92.00!!!!! 

 (This is an example, what I received in mine) 

I already have snatched myself one and I have to say its amazing! The box comes with 2 definite products which are the Liquid Metal in Electrum and their Precision Ink in Glister, it also comes with 4 mystery products 2 nail varnishes and 2 eyeshadows. 

 (The gold is the liquid metal and the pink the Glister ink) 

I cannot beginning to explain how in love I am with this gold it goes on like a cream and has the best pigmentation I have ever seen, will be brilliant for a smoky eye look too. The Glister ink stays on until you makeup remover it off, it can also be doubled up for nail art... Oooooo!! 

 All you have to do to enter is follow the instructions in the raffle copter. 

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Sorry this is open to UK only.

Goodluck wish we had enough spondoolies to give you all one but we don't booooohoooo 

Lisa - " I was stopped trying to sneak home with this, good luck your in for a real treat" 

Thank you once again for all your support we have come across some great Blogs and fantastic posts and look forward to discovering plenty more!  

Toodle-oo

 Carrieanne & Lisa Xxxxx