Current favourite perfume

I decided this perfume really deserve my praise as it's now vast become my absolute favourite for sure.






Dior for ever and ever is light sightly fruity and beautiful, I'm not going to try and describe the notes as I'm useless at that.

I was bought this perfume as acChristmas Present. I've also noticed this perfume lasts on my skin too as some don't, I've been asked alot by people ooh what perfume are you wearing it's gorgeous.

Have you tried this, if so what do you think? What's your favourite perfume and why?

Amanda xoxo

Soleil tan de Chanel review

I had been lusting after this since end of October 2011 after seeing glowing reviews about it. However every Chanel make up counter and Internet site that stocks it had all sold out.

I even phoned up Chanel themselves who were extremely helpful and said that unfortunately there had been some form of a problem and it wouldn't be available until well after Christmas.

So I trawled EBay hoping to find the product on there, and I did, but was not willing to pay over double of what this product would cost direct from a Chanel counter.

So I new I wouldn't be getting this, not for a while anyway.

My daughter went to Egypt just before Christmas flying from Manchester airport, and I just asked her if she could ask on Chanel counter in duty free if they had any. Long shot I know but worth the try.

Well to my amazement my daughter phoned me up from the airport to say that she had managed to get me one and the Chanel consultant had said it was the only one they had, can you believe it, what luck, at last it was mine.

Couldnt wait to try it when my daughter got back, and I have to say it has certainly lived up to it's expectations.








I love this multi purpose product that claims to be a base for your foundation, commonly known by the old name of Chanel bronze universal.

You can wear this as a base to your foundation or you can use it as a bronzer, or brilliant for contouring the cheeks.

The consistency is not how you would imagine a bronzer to be, usually powder form. This has a moist texture but goes on like a powder, and this product really will go along way, so at £29.00 some people will say it's too expensive. But for the quality and the amount of time it will last you, I think it's well priced.

I love this product and would give it full marks in every way.

Have you tried this?

Bye 4 now
Amanda xoxo

Percy and Reed va va voom volume

Hi guys I recently purchased the cute little try me kit from Percy and Reed on QVC.
It was a good price for a try me kit and has alot of items in the package.

Session hair spray
Volumizing shampoo
Bodifying cream
Volumizing conditioner
Vulumising mousse
Volumizing no oil oil

they are decent sizes to and can't wait to try them all, as most of you know I have very fine hair and am in a rut with it at the moment. So il let you know what I think of the products soon.
Lots of love
Amanda xx

updates

Hi guys sorry I've been away but for those of you that watch my you tube vids you will know I've been back on the treatment of medication chemotherapy etc.
This has really taken it's tol on me especially as they've also increased the steroids that make me balloon.
Anyway enough doom and gloom cis I'm back with a vengeance and am excited for Christmas, hoping to put the tree up next weekend if I feel up to it, that's the trouble I don't know how il feel from one day to the next.
Anyway peeps il speak to you all soon and I hope your all doing really well.
Lots of love
Amanda xx

Elf studio flawless finish foundation

I was eager to try this foundation as I am a fan of ELF cosmetics they are affordable yet the quality is good. Therefore I ordered one as there was a discount code on twitter.

I was a little sceptical as for such a cheap price you ask your self if maybe it's going to be awful.

Boy was I wrong, the quality of this foundation is amazing. The coverage is good and covers up my freckles, the consistency is light weight and it has an SPF 15.

I applied the foundation with a stippling motion on a brush in the morning and lasted all day, the foundation is also oil free.

Picture of me wearing the foundation






This foundation is now vastly becoming a favourite.
Amanda xoxo

Boudoir prive box

Hi guys super excited as I just got my first Boudoir Prive box in the post.

Super impressed on the packaging and will keep the box for storing things in.



Once the box was opened it revealed a beautifully very girly pink ribbon and tissue paper enveloping the goodies inside.





Inside was the following items:-
Geteum illuminating mask and creme de lite. Listed as one of the top 100 beauty brands by Harpers Bazzar.

Korres Guava body butter amazing for dry skin and sneaks gorgeous.

Kronor Greyl Huile de Palme. A pre shampoo conditioner to soften and nourish dry hair. Smells heavenly.

Memo Paris. A new Paris based niche line of fragrances.

Rose and Co, Rose petal salve. Soothes chapped lips.

Studiomakeup. Liner styled pen black. Intense deep black liner, long lasting.

Love all the goodies and will have dun pampering myself with them.

Bye 4 now
Amanda xoxo

Mac lightscapade

Hi guys, quite dissapointed with Lightscapade from Mac, I really expected it to have a little more shimmer than this.

A little too flat for me and chalky, not the best if you want to highlight with it, I find I have to use a fair amount to get even a slight highlight effect.

Sorry Mac not my favourite at all.

Have you bought it? if so what do you think?

Bye 4 now
Amanda xx

Updates

Hi Guys so sorry ive been away for long. Unfortunately I had to have another stay in hospital recently, and I have to say after the medication etc, its really knocked be about. Ive also lost a stone in weight and havent been dieting at all.

Im really only just begining to get myself back into the spring of things, and have recently been doing a few vids on you tube and have also uploaded some old ones ive been meaning to do for ages.

Im begining to feel a little better now, so hopefully il get busy on my blog again, as ive missed you all.

On a more lighter note, ive had a few hauls lately that ive uploaded onto my you tube channel, including a huge Elf haul, and also a Lush haul, so take a peek.

Ive got lots to put on my blog but have to take some pics first and my camera is playing up a bit, so have to take on my iphone, not brill.

So my gorgeous beauties I hope to chat soon, and hope your all doing well.

Bye 4 now
Amanda xx

minx French nails

Hi guys as most of you know my daughter is a beauty therapist and I'm lucky enough to have regular beauty maintenance, and one of the things I love is Minx nails.




I decided to try the Minx on my finger nails, and had the french look because I really like the look of a French manicure.
I've had this on for a week now and have to say I'm impressed with the look.
It lasts a long time with no up keep, what do you think?

Murine bright and moist eyes review

Hi guys, I was lucky to recurve this product from a PR company to review.
I have used cosmetic type eyedrops before, but they have been very watery and messy, so when I found out this was a gel I was excited to try them.





These promise to make the whites of eyes whiter brighter and moist, wasn't sure if these would live up to my expectations.

The gel formulation was easy to use and the instructions were very good.

I put the drops I'm before doing my make up, and wow my eyes did look brighter.







I would purchase these eyedrops and would recommend them. My eyes didn't feel irritated or sore. I love em

Amanda xoxo

I've been missing

Hi guys sorry for my absence recently from blogging and you tube. I have literally burnt myself out the past few months trying to literally do everything in between being poorly and being in hospital. I just havnt had chance to blog,so now I'm back and hopefully bringing all you lovely people lots of reviews and beauty ideas etc etc. So keep subbing and thank you all for being patient. Love u all Amanda xoxo

My latest minx toes

Hi guys just thought IDE show off my new minx toes I'm wearing.
Don't you just love the black and gold metallic animal print design, I love it.
Minx lasts for ages much better than nail polish, no chipping etc. Plus the fact that they look good in the summer with sandals. Love all the designs too.



By 4 now
Amanda xox

Loving Beauty UK Peach Melba

Hi guys I recently picked up a bottle of peach Melba polish by Beauty UK.

This has become my favourite polish at the moment, it's a teal nude/peach colour. Very pretty, summery and neutral and goes with anything your wearing.

The photo is on day 4 no chips, I love it.


This is the first time I've tried any of their polishes but will be repurchasing.

And a a snip of a price you can't go wrong.

Available from superdrug.

Amanda xoxo

The Clarence Spa

Hi guys todays post has to be about the wonderful people and treatments at the Clarence Spa in Four Oaks.
I went along there with my daughter as we had purchased a Groupon voucher for a spa day, and a voucher for a colour cut and finish.
The salon is owned by Leslie who is a beauty therapist and Kinide who is the most amazing hairdresser.
We arrived to a very warm welcome and was taken into the most relaxing treatment room I've ever seen, it was so tranquil and very professional.
I had an amazing back massage that left me feeling rested and relaxed and ready for my next treatment.
Next was a go on the Caci machine this is where the therapist puts little electrodes on parts of the body to help tone and firm, also know as the none surgical face lift.
I then had my hair done washed by Tom and then cut and styled by Kinedi , I just love this guy he is so good at what he does, gave advice and styled my hair. Not to mention the champagne and chocolates we had while having my hair done, and endless cofee and biscuits.
Then I had a mini manicure and Leslie popped a few lashes on for me.
My daughter had the same apart from she had a Thalgo facial and a hair colour.
My daughter went back today and had minx nails, they look amazing




So as you can imagine we had the most wonderful day. All the staff there were amazing and nothing was too much trouble. As most of you know my daughter is a beauty therapist so sometimes it's nice for her to be pampered. Also as you all know I've been very I'll and this was bought as a pressie at Christmas (apart from the hair offer) so it was welcomed by us both.
The staff made us feel like a million dollars, would highly recommend.
Give them a call on 0121 353 3603 or check out their website http://www.theclarencespa.com they have regular offers on their website. I love them I know you will too.

Blog award

Hi Guys im so happy to say that my good friend Louise from Lou Lou Land awarded me this best beauty blog award.

Rules upon receiving this award are to 1) answer the following questions 2) mention and link who passed you the award 3) share seven facts about yourself 4) Award 15 blogs

Questions

Whats your favourite colour

Definately azure blue and turqouise

Whats your favourite song

Lovely day, old school but still a classic

Favourite desert

Hard one cos I have loads, either Eaton Mess, Strawberry Pavlova or Lemon Meringue

Whats pissing you off

At the moment knowing that ive reached that time in life when everything starts to droop lol

When your upset you ..

have a good cry

Black or white?

I love both

Biggest fear?

Getting old

Your best feature?

Been told its my eyes

Everyday attitude?

What will be will be, stay positive

What is perfection?

Not sure if their is such a thing, I think we all have different degrees of what we believe is perfection. No body is perfect.

Guilty pleasure

Lots lol make up, chocolate and shopping

7 Facts about me?

Im a brummy born and bred

I live in the countryside

I spend alot of time traveling in this country

I have a golden retriever called Nemo who is the son of a crufts champion

I have one daughter

i have struggled with health problems and survived

I hate nuts 

ooh what's that smell? it's Yankee Candles

Hi Guys hope your all keeping well.

Today's post is going to be about some Yankee candles that I recently picked up.

I love Yankee candles because the smell is beautiful and unique.

I've tried many different makes of candles but most of the scented ones have a kind of artificial smell to them.

Where as Yankee candles are just gorgeous.







I have lots of Yankee candles scattered around my home but these are my latest arrivals, a mix of candles and tartes.

Do you like Yankee candles?

Bye 4 now
Amanda xoxo

ladies pamper evening

Hi guys hope your all well. Last night I went to a ladies pamper event at Après bar.

My daughter had bought the tickets at £5.00 each. We had free glass of champagne on arrival, and the night Was enjoyable.

My daughter had a fish pedicure for just £3.00 and we both had our brows threaded.

They also had sienna x spray tan there doing tans for £12.00.

There was a most adorable cup cake stand and we just couldn't resist, they were delicious.

We took part in the raffle but alas no winning prize:(

We also watched the fashion show and they also had Ann Summers stand and lingerie show.

All in all we had a good time, they also was a lady doing reflexology, this us one of my favourite treatments I have regularly, as my friend is a reflexologist.

Sorry no photos this time ladies.
Amanda xoxo

Wella high hair bargains

Hi guys I was in my local TJ Hughes store yesterday and came across these products from Wella.

These products are normally only professional salon based products and was lucky to get them as their was only a few left at just £2.99 per product (cheaper than some drugstore products).

Wella high hair promises to give you volume and hold with more defined shape.

I got the high hair styling mouse and the crystal styled blow dry lotion.

The smell of both is nice and having used them last night can honestly say not only has my hair got more volume, but it feels and smells gorgeous.

As most of you know my hair is very fine due to illness and meds, but I'm so glad I found these little bargains.

I also bought some St Moritz tanning spray and some dry shampoo.






Bye 4 now
Amanda xx

Beauty UK NEC (somewhat late)

Hi babes well I know what you're all probably thinking, better late than never, but I've just been so busy then I was away, anyway let's get down to it

I went along to this event which was held at National Exhibition Centre in Birmingham.


My daughter who's in the trade was sent two tickets, but unfortunately she didn't go because of a broken leg.

So I went alone sob sob, but wasn't too fed up for long as it was a make up and beauty addict dream.



So I was like a kid in a sweet shop, I bought a few things, and my daughter had also asked me to keep an eye open for industry offers etc.

I also got to meet some lovely people including Mike Person managing director of Beauty UK






And Lisa from OPI the face we all know and love on QVC.

Had a good day mooching round.

Bought some OPI as it was such an amazing price. Some beauty UK and some Art Deco make up oh and some fake bake.

Thanks for reading
Bye 4 now
Amanda x

Review on Blue Line Cosmetics

Hi Guys I first heard about Blue Line cosmetics via you tube, they looked amazing and the reviews were good too. So I went on their site www.bluelinecosmetics.com and saw the most amazing array of colours to choose from, and the good thing about them is they dont just come in one already made up palette. Nope, you decide how many you want and the colours you want.



They are so inexpensive for the quality and high pigmentation, and the shipping from the states was so low, I couldnt wait for my order to come.



When they arrived I was literally overjoyed, the shipping was quick, the colours were amazing, and so highly pigmented. The other thing I noticed was the smoothness of these eyeshadows, they felt like butter. And if you like sheen, you would adore these, although Blue line have recently introduced matt eyeshadows onto their website too.



I was so pleased that I ordered another lot, because they are so affordable, and they blend together so well.



Here is a pic of me wearing some of the eyeshadows

Hope you like, go check them out, I love them.

Bye 4 now

Amanda x

Review Sexy hair powder play

Powder Play Hair Texturizing Powder from big Sexy Hair creates maximum fullness, dimension and texture instantly on dry hair! By applying a little of this unique powder directly to your root area, hair is given lift and volume in seconds. Powder Play instantly liquifies itself when applied, allowing it to be absorbed by the hair. This is the perfect pick-me-up for flat hair - weightless, odourless and colourless, yet highly effective at giving lift where it is needed! So it turns out this product is great I have to admit I was kinda expecting it to not work on my fine hair. But I was really curious to try it. I used it for the first time today and WOW, it does exactly what it says it will on the bottle (which is a pretty big deal, since most hair products promise the moon but rarely deliver). It adds loads of volume (which is very hard to do with my super fine hair) and texture. with volume at the crown. I don't tease my hair, but I imagine this product would work great for people that do. This product is very unique. I've never used anything else like it. It comes out of the bottle a white powder, but turns almost liquid-y when it touches skin or hair. The directions say to shake it directly onto your hair, but I shook it into my hands first, rubbed them together, and then applied it to my hair (concentrating on the roots, mainly). My hair color is dark rich brown and, even though this powder is white, it did not leave any weird white residue on my hair. It blended right in once I applied it. Would re purchase Bye 4 now Amanda

Fake tanning tips

 If you long for a perfect tan but you don't want to turn yourself into shoe leather, bottled sun is the way to go. Today's formulas are light-years ahead of those bizarre orange concoctions of decades past. A great sunless tan can be indistinguishable from the real thing; the key is a good product and a skillful application. Here are some general tips:
 Choose your shade. You want something that will compliment your natural skin tone. If you have blinding white skin, start with a product labeled light. You may be able to work your way up to a medium over time. With today's natural looking products it's kind of hard to go wrong, but if you apply deepest darkest glow to porcelain skin, you can still turn yourself into orange.
 Products marked deep or dark look best on people who have naturally dark complexions and tan very easily.
  Spray or Lotion? Once you've narrowed down a shade and brand, you need to decide if you want to spray it on or apply a cream. The creams are in my opinion are longer lasting. That can be good or bad depending on how your first application goes. Sprays seem to be easier to apply evenly and make it easier to hit hard to reach places like the middle of your back. Most sprays and lotions go on clear, but some are ingeniously pre-tinted so you can see if you've applied it evenly.
 Exfoliate. This is a critical step. If you skip it, you're almost guaranteed uneven results. Sunless tanners work by coloring the dead surface layers of your skin. So, the faster the dead skin cells flake off the faster you lose your tan. Dry rough areas also tend to absorb more tanner and become too dark. If you don't exfoliate, you'll end up with some really dark areas and some areas where the color is peeling off. The overall effect is splotchy one. To avoid it, you want your skin to be as clean and smooth as possible before you start. An old fashioned soapy washcloth usually works better than creams, scrubs, loofahs or mitts. Pay special attention to rough areas like knees, elbows, ankles, and the tops of your feet. Don't get carried away though, you want to have some skin left when you're done!
 Avoid the dreaded bronze palms. I have just two words for you, wear gloves. Someplace on your bottle of tanner it will tell you to wash your hands when you're done.  If you wait until you're done to wash your hands you'll never get the stuff off. Your hideous glowing copper hands will scream to the world that you have a fake tan. Spare yourself the trauma and pick up a box of latex gloves at any drugstore. Get the kind without powder.  If you insist on attempting this without gloves, you must scrub your hands like crazy with a brush several times during the application. Do a leg, scrub your hands. Do another leg, scrub your hands. Do your torso, scrub your hands.
  Legs first. Do one whole leg at a time. Remember that knees and feet tend to be dry areas that can grab too much color. If you're paranoid about blotches apply a little bit of regular lotion to these areas before you start. If you don't want freakish spotted toes, don't apply tanner directly to the tops of your feet. Carefully blend some down from your legs for a more subtle effect. Work your way up. Do your torso, neck and face next. If you're using a spray and you're fairly flexible you can reach the middle of your back without help. If you're using lotion and you're stiff as a board, find an assistant to help you with your back. You may also be able to pull it off using a sponge on a stick. This probably goes without saying, but don't spray yourself in the face. Put some tanner in the palms of your hands, rub your hands together and then apply it to your face. Be sure to blend it into your hairline and into your jaw and neck area. You don't want to get any in your eyes, but you do want to carefully blend around them to avoid a masked raccoon effect. If you have short hair, don't forget your ears.
 The secret arm technique. If you look at somebody with a natural tan, the tops of their arms are usually slightly darker than the underside because of the increased sun exposure. Tocopy this effect with you faux tan. Apply the tanner to the top of your arm only and carefully blend it all the way around. Blend it really, really well. Then pull your gloves off, pat your hands dry, and put a little tanner on a cotton ball. Apply a light coat to the backs of both hands first. Then do the backs of your fingers, looking out for the knuckles, which don't need very much color. When there's not much left on the cotton ball and it's almost dry, blend it around and between your fingers, and don't forget your thumb and the underside of your wrist. If you feel like you have too much on your hands or you want to play it extra safe, go ahead and wash them after this application (no brush scrubbing required). You'll still get color there because the stuff is impossible to get rid of with a normal washing.
 Some final reminders. Once you've applied your tan, you need to allow it to completely dry. Some spray tans dry in just a few minutes, while lotions may take 30 minutes or more. Either way, you need to wait at least an hour before swimming, sweating, or wearing tight clothing. Any of the above can streak and ruin a new tan. If you want to go darker, you can repeat the process the day after you tan. Go easy on the exfoliation the second time around so that you don't remove your first layer. Once your tan is set, keep yourself well moisturized. The longer it takes the skin to flake off, the longer your tan will last. Most bottled tans begin to fade after a few days. You'll need to reapply once or twice a week to keep your color.

Review back comb in a bottle Umberto Giannini

Hey guys hope your all well. Today's review is going to be about back comb in a bottle from the Glam range by Umberto Giannini  .

As most of you probably know from my you tube videos I have very fine hair due to various medications etc, I have literally tried every thing on the market, and some good , some not so good.

So when I heard about this, I thought, here we go again, another product promising to give lift and thickness etc.

I have to say I really really love this product. I was so surprised at just how much it actually did help thicken my hair, especially around the crown area , where I wanted the lift. And of course no damage to your hair as you don't have to back combe.

The smell is also pleasant, and the product seems to last for a long time so you get you're moneys worth.
I will give this a 10 out of 10, as I think the packaging is really good as well.

I bought mine from Boots and they do a whole range of products with in that particular range, so I'm eager to try them.

Costing £5.61, I personally think its a good buy. for anyone wanting lift and volume. 

By 4 Now
Amanda

Get gorgeous beauty website launch

Hu guys hope you beauties are all well. As for me I've had a spell in hospital having some treatment and then was away for 10 days. But I'm back now. Just thought IDE let you all know for anyone in the west midlands that my daughter has just launched her new website offering beauty, pamper packages and bridal packages, so if your after a quick manicure or want a full days pampering then check it out. She uses only the best products including, Decleor, Jessica, Mac and Bobbi Brown etc. Her website link is http://www.get-gorgeous-beauty.com/ Bye 4 now Amanda

A few naughty purchases from QVC

 Hi Guys hope your all doing well, ive been in the Lake District, such a beautiful place, pics to follow soon.
Anyway I was watching QVC today and it was the get gorgeous event, where everything is on easy pay, and lots of one time only specials.

So you know me, I cant resist a bargain let alone make up. Therefore I was more than tempted when I saw this gorgeous Nails Inc set


Nails Inc 3D glitter collection

Nails Inc four-piece 3D Glitter Collection. Features four vibrant colours, including teal/purple, black, blue and purple - all boasting a glittery look. Add instant cool to any look with these on-trend nail shades.




Contains:



1 x Fitzroy Square (teal/purple)

1 x Sloane Square (black glitter)

1 x Connaught Square (blue glitter)

1 x Bloomsbury Square (purple glitter)

Each bottle contains 10ml

So I went ahead and bought it on 3 easy pay.

Next up was Bare Escentuals and having tried lots of mineral make up I do like Bare Escentuals the best. So when I saw the deluxe foundation in a huge size of 18g, much bigger than their usual size plus the brush as well, well I was hooked. Again on three easy pay.

Bought a gorgeous lip gloss too in Strawberry shortcake. Then I decided I should do some work before I was tempted by more goodies

Bye 4 now
Amanda xoxo

Vani T spray tans

Hi lovelies. Today's post is going to be about a new spray tan that I was lucky enough to have on my Spa day ( see post below) Vani-T offers two totally unique 100% natural and organic based spa formulas without artificial fragrances, preservatives or other harsh chemicals which can irritate the skin. The spray tan they use at the Sa is a fairly new one by a company called Vani t, there spray tanning solutions are Organic and come in three different solutionS. Liquid sun, Fusion and the one I had Velocity. The velocity only takes one hour to develop , where usually spray tans can take approx 6 hours to develop. I had this tan and it was with out doubt the best spray tan I've ever had. The colour is amazing and fades well. Velocity is only available through salons so book your self in. It's amazing. Amanda xoxo

Contest winner

Winner of the Barry M nail effects coloured shatter nail polishes is mscurvyuk if you contact me with your adress details il make sure you get them. Well done.

For those of you who havnt won dont despair as I have a very exciting competition coming up that im sure you will all love.

So watch this space.

Amanda xoxo

Elf cosmetics favourites

Hi guys I recently made a purchse of some Elf cosmetics, and I love these items.



Elf facial shimmering whip in toasted

 I love the Elf shimmering whip for highlighting the cheek area, you can use it on eyes and lips too, and gives a nice dewy glow, great with a tan


Elf eyeshadow in Butternut

This is a gorgeous trio of colours and for the money is very pigmented

Elf eyeshadow in silver lining

studio blush in Peachy keen

 A very pretty colour for the cheeks, very natural

Elf blush and bronze due

 This is my favourite, I love the bronzer in this.

Elf studio mist

Sets your make up for a flawless look.

I love all of these products I can honestly say there is none that I dislike and for the money you cant go wrong, definately my favourite inexpensive make up brand, for those on a budget.

Amanda xoxo

Spa day

Hi guys well I must tell you about a most fantastic day I had yesterday. We bought a spacial deal through Groupon, Groupon is a discount site that has lots of offers on in cities around the UK such as beauty treatments etc.

For £42.00 per person both myself and my daughter had the following:

A full body 1 hour body massage
A Dermalogica facial
Red light treatment omnilux to face
A Jessica manicure and paint
A Jessica pedicure and paint
Spray tan, full body

Need less to say we came out of the salon on cloud nine feeling pampered and polished,it was truly wonderful and we were there for 4 hours just over.
What great value for money, we had the Spa room all to ourselves and we had everything done together by two amazing therapists.
Go take a look at Groupon now its amazing if your into your beauty deals etc.

Bye 4 now
Amanda

Long time no see and updates

Hi lovelies, first off allow me to apologise for not writing on here for a few weeks, it has been rather hectic. As you know my daughter had her operation to repair her leg with metal pins as she broke her leg in December and it wasn't healing, anyways I've been taking her to and from physiology and hospital appointments and she's now down to one crutch and full weight bearing, so that's good news. I too havnt been to well and I have been going to hospital for some intensive treatment and it's making me feel really tired, but I still have to carry on working, and that's been tough. I think I may need to reassess my work load. On a more lighter note we've been going to my little holiday home in Snowdonia park as I felt I needed a rest, and it's been really sunny for April, Nemo of course loves it there as theres woods and water for him to run around in. On the shopping and make up front I bought some great things from ELF il do a review on the products shortly on you tube and here. What Sid you all think of the Royal wedding? Didn't Kate look beautiful, I've heard that she Sid her make up herself, well done to her if she did as it looked very pretty. I loved Kates dress as I love lace it was pretty and understated, not over the top I thought. Anyways I better go now and Il speak to you all soon. Love Amanda xx A

Garnier summer body moisterising lotion rave

I have to say I have tried alot of these moisterising body lotions in the past only to be dissapointed with the colour, either to yellow or orange, or they smelled awful.

I decided to give this one a try after seeing a review on it on you tube, and boy was I pleased I did.

I purchased this from Boots in the darker tan, they do two, light and dark.

I put it on everyday and soon you could see a nice deep but subtle tan. It It left my skin smelling nice and it left it really soft. I would recommend this to everyone. :) The only problem is that there is one for light tan and one for dark tan... only 2 different ones. They should really have 3! But it's all good.

Easy to apply, wash your hands afterwards or at least wipe between your fingers otherwise it can be a dead give away.
Love it, and recommend it lots, and I like the smell.

So its a big thumbs up for me on this one, however shop around as it tends to vary in price.

Amanda xoxo

John Frieda 3 day straight

This post is about the talked about product called three day straight. I have strange hair, in that its very fine and if I don't wash it everyday it has a tendency to literally go all over the place, i.e wavy and flyaway and sticks up everywhere, this is the reason I decided to try it.

• Transform curly, frizzy hair into a straight, smooth style that lasts up to 3 days.*
• Designed to work with your hair straighteners, this weightless spray with heat protection blocks out frizz as you straighten. A revolutionary blend of polymers with keratin protein wraps each strand, sealing in straight style for up to 3 days.* Keeps hair glossy, smooth and swinging with body.
• Safe for colour-treated and chemically-treated hair.
• *Or until your next shampoo if less than 3 days

I purchased this from Boots and read the instructions, now because I have short hair I only put 5 pumps of this on my hair and combed it through.

It states that you have to activated this with heat and a straightening iron, so I rough blow dried it then straightened with the Cloud Nine irons.

My hair felt soft and full, because I have fine hair I thought this might make it lank, but to my surprise it seemed to give it body.

Two days after it was still manageable and have been able to have an extra half hour in bed in the morning because I don't have to keep washing it.

Therefore I really love this product and would with out doubt purchase this again.

Have you tried it, if so what did you think?

My current favourite must haves

Well I have many favourites but my current wouldnt do without must haves for me are the following beauty items:

Tanning - The new Fake bake flawless, does what it says on the tin.
Foundation - Currently loving Bare Escentuals, great for the spring as it has a light feeling to it
Eyeshadow- Blue Line Cosmetics, these colours are amazing and highly pigmented
Lipstick- Mac Lady Ga Ga or Nyx strawberry milk
Blush- Mac cream Lady Blush
Mascara- Mally
Skin care- Decleor I also like Lacura
Hair care- Matrix strengthening products

The above are my current favourite items, but like most of us I have many and I have to say it changes all the time, no doubt when I write next months it will have changed again. Especially as the warmer weather will hopefully be here, cant wait.

What are your favourite products?
Amanda xoxo

Burts bees Radiance body lotion review

I recently purchased this body lotion its the Burts Bees radiance body lotion. And I love it so much. The scent of it is pretty, light and gentle its highly moisterising and leaves a slight sheen to the skin.

 This natural body lotion is specially created to enhance your skin's natural glow. It's formulated with Royal Jelly, one of nature’s most nourishing substances, packed with 134 nutrients, including 17 amino acids, and vitamins A, C, D and K, as well as multiple B-vitamins. Sunflower oil moisturises and mica, a light reflecting mineral, enhances your skin's natural glow. The result is soft, shimmering skin you'll love.

 Very nourishing, royal jelly is made of nectar, pollen, flower parts, vitamins, minerals, and other natural ingredients. It is a very precious, mysterious substance that honeybees produce and feed to only select young bees, which in turn become mature and fertile queen bees. The queen bee lives 40 times longer than her worker bees.

I really like this product and would definately purchase again, the price is £9.99 and a little goes a long way. I adore the gentle secent and slight radiant sheen it gave to my skin. This also left my skin feeling really hydrated.

Here is the link http://www.burtsbees.co.uk/natural-products/body-moisturisers/radiance-body-lotion.html

Amanda
xoxo

More make up obsessions wants

Oh my goodness, I have been watching so many you tube videos from some gorgeous Girlies from the States and there is soo much that I want, but we don't have it here in the UK. Why oh why did they ever get rid of Sephora in this country,it's not fair, I'm just having a strop lol. It has to be said that there seems to be so much more choice of make up brands in America than here. Here's just a few IDE like to try: Victorias secret, Tarte, Lorac, Hard Candy baked eyeshadows, Wet n wild (used to sell in Tescos, no more) and the new eye palettes look stunning. And a ton more, and a lot of them don't ship to the UK like Tarte for example, there foundation is supposed to be amazing. If anyone knows where I can get my paws on these items in the UK or swaps, please let me know. (as if I havnt got enough make up) lol Amanda xoxo Oh well my wish list continues lol.

Barry M Nail effects three new colours

Hi Peeps I was sent an email the other day from Barry M stating that they are now offering three new colours in the Barry M nail effects, pink blue and white.
Having used the Barry M Blacj nail effects I was rather pleased with the out come so decided to purchase the extra colours for a possible future competition give away.

 The colours are Blue print, White frost and Pink Fizz

I think these colours are going to look cute for the spring and summer season with al the pretty floral polishes and dresses for this season.

I must say that when I ware my black nail effects it looks much better with a clear shine top coat over it otherwise it looks to flat, if you know what I mean.

These retail at £3.99 each.

Keep a look out for my give away soon.

Amanda xoxo

Pretty vintage adjustable ring

Hi Guys. I love the lovely Daintydollymix blog site not only is her blog amazing but shes such a sweetie too. I have bought some of her pieces of jewelery before and when she showed me these cute vintage rings that come on an array of colours, well I couldnt resist.

As you can see I chose the white one as I think it will go woth everything especially with the spring and summer looming fast.

Best of all I love the fact that they are adjustable so you can wear them on any finger you like.

Sinead also does a whole lot of other jewelery that is handmade, go check her out http://www.daintydollymix.com/

Bye 4 now
Amanda xoxo

Little week end away

Hi Guys a little post today about my weekend away with my daughter and her boyfriend to our little holiday home in Snowdonia National Park in North Wales.

We decided to go down on the Friday and came back on the Sunday so it was a nice little break especially as my daughter has been in and out of hospital with her broken Tibia and ankle bone.

On the Saturday we went out for a lovely meal in the evening and had a really good time, and some gorgeous nosh. And on the Sunday we went on the steam Train, this was a giggle and the weather was fine, but a little cloudy in the afternoon. Plus we didnt want to do too much as my daughter can currently only partially weight bare.


Holiday home




My daughter and her boyfriend

So all in all we had a really lovely time, and of course not forgetting Nemo the golden retriever of course he loved it too.

Bye 4 now
Amanda xoxo

Mac Wonder woman msf Golden Lariet

Hey everyone hope your all well. This post is going to be about the Mac Wonder  woman skin finish I purchased from the Debenhams website.
Debenhams had an offer of free postage and 10% off all cosmetics , so me being bargain crazy I ordered my msf.
It came within a couple of days so the postage was quick, now down to the product.
To be honest im in two minds about this skin finish, as I personally think it a tad orange, I was hoping it would make a good bronzer as its a mat finish.
Both od the skin finishes in this collection consists of three colours, you can blend the colours together or use a colour alone.
This is a very warm colour, and the pigmentation is strong so you only need a tiny bit on the cheeks, the golden highlighter colour is very pretty.
 And for the high price tag im not sure its worth it.

Granted the size of it is huge so you are getting more but the price tag is higher that the standard skin finish, so you are paying a premium.
I have to admit though the packaging is super cute it brings back memorys for me as a child when I used to watch the original wonder woman played by the lovely Linda Carter (SHOWING MY AGE NOW LOL)

Update

I'm sitting in bed writing this, looking through my window at the sheep because as you may have ascertained from some of my replies, I was struck down with another bloomin' ailment - a chronic severe cold. However the farmer has just bought some of the new born lambs into the field so I'm sitting here delighting in watching them, there super cute. Also as alot of you may already know my daughter had surgery on her leg last week, she was in theatre for almost 4 hours as they had to do a bone graft at the same time as the IM Nailing. She was poorly for the first few days after and can only partially weight bare for a month, she's been in a lot of pain, but is brave. Thank you to all those asking after her. So this has been the reasons for my lack of blogging, so please forgive me and business will resume back to normal asap. Amanda xoxo

Some recent purchases

Just thought IDE do a post on some things I've recently bought/ ordered and waiting to recieve, and yes your all right of course it's gotta involve make up hee hee. I've bought some items from a few Blog sales that I'm excited to recieve any day now and I ordered a Mac MSF from the new wonder woman ltd edition in golden lariett, as Debenhams currently have 10 per cent off cosmetics and free delivery, think I was good there, although I have to say there was nothing that really floated my boat that much from either Wonder Woman or Macs new Jeanius. I also treated myself to a cute top from Yours as they had a further 20 per cent off their current sale items, and as you guys know I can't resist a bargain. Also from Ebay I bought some Make up forever goodies fr a UK seller so excited to get those too. So looking forward to showing all you lovely makeupaddictsx my purchases when they arrive. Amanda xoxo

This weeks beauty tip

If you use any make up brushes wash them at least once a week to keep them clean and free of bacteria. The same goes for sponges and leave to dry before next use. Amanda xoxo

Me Me Me radiant minerals foundation

Hey all you gorgeous makeupaddictsx today's post is going to be a review on me me me radiant minerals illuminating foundation. I recently purchased this foundation due to me having pulled back out an old fav of mine, Bare Escentuals mineral foundation. However I decided to give me me me a try as it's a fraction of the price and comes in an array of six shades, so something there for everyone. I expected before I purchased it to be a rock mineral foundation in powder form, but it is in fact a liquid. As per usual when I get something new I'm always eager to use it, however I have to be honest and say it didn't do it for me. The coverage was very sheer, and more like a tinted moisteriser, and as I like to cover my freckles up, it just didn't meet the criteria. Having said that this would be great on a summers hot day when perhaps you want very little make up on or you just want the natural look with perhaps a bit of bronzer. I have a bit of an obsession with trying to find the perfect foundation. Any suggestions? Amanda xoxo

Things I'm loving now

Nail polish-OPI Lincoln park after dark. Faux tan-Fake bake lotion Foundation-Bare minerals Lipstick-Mac Snob Skin care-Decleor Body Lotion Lush dream cream Shampoo-kerastase Styling product-Aussie volume mouse Perfume-DKNY night