My week of Makeup

Great locations in Central London!

Found this amazing image!! LOVE

My office most days!

Recent prints

Recent prints.. Check out wonderful Pai Skincare!

Love this makeup.. Not quite symmetrical but beautiful.. and  great hair, model etc

I LOVE big Hair!

Recent filming.

January GLOSSYBOX

Since my first blog of Glossybox and my first box that arrived to my door.. I have never had anything bad to say about the brand.. Well once again they have pleased me! You may find my Glossybox reviews repetitive sometimes but I feel its so important to reiterate why I love them so much.. I honestly and truly think they are a great gift to either a loved one or even yourself.. BOYS get one for your girlfriend, sister, wife.. Gaurantee it will bring a huge smile when it comes to the door.. I can barely wait to run up the stairs to rip the box open.. It does get quite addictive!

January Box came late.. though they did inform us all well ahead of time.. This is the ever famous Valentines Day box.. It came beautifully packaged once again though this time in a neon pink box!!!!! LOVE!

Next you open up.. You get info and you see more time and care!! Everybox is hand packed perfectly!!! Its amazing that even through post mine have always arrived unrattled! Nice little touch of the love heart instead of the usual Glossybox Sticker to keep all in place.

Most important!! what's inside.. Now everyone does usually get given different products..This doesn't bother me.. and also I think if you have a friend also subscribed then you can swap anytime.. The box is not expensive so if you aren't happy with any one product then give it a way! Nice gesture! It most prob will suit someone you know.

I think I have now around 4 or 5 boxes and in every single one there is at least product I have never heard of.. A new brand!! This is why I love Glossybox!! This is the best thing about the whole brand!!! In my opinion!!! 

So new brand to me.. Eyeko London (blue pack on right side)

Skinny Eyeliner in Emerald Green.. The colour not really for me.. But lovely and soft so great for my kit. For a product I have never heard of.. I love that the eyeliner is built like an elegant brush.. so when you reach the end you still have a lovely handle on it so you can continue to apply right till you get to the very bottom! Great idea!!!  Apparently the brand has been around since 1999. From visiting the website looks as if they are famous for there mascara so might give that a go when I head down to Harvey Nichs..

Next two products.. Clairns Extra Firming Day and Night Cream.. 

Makeup Artists swear by the Beauty flash Balm.. It is a wonderful product! So it is nice to give the rest of the products a go.. I did try a toner and moisturizer of theirs before though broke out almost immediately.. I think the lady at the counter gave me the wrong skin type product.. These two in the Glossybox are made to suit all skin types which puts me at ease. I love the cute packaging. Also the brand has been around for yonks so bound to be other treasures in the brand besides the Beauty flash Balm.

MURAD Skin perfecting Primer.. 

I currently have a bunch of primers I alternate for different jobs. A model last week I worked on was raving about Murad products.. I have heard but never tried any of them.. So really excited to give this a test on my model tomorrow. This product sits in the black package. Will have to find out for you guys where Murad can be purchased Im sure I have seen them at various spas..

I LOVE these tester sizes as you can travel with them.. try new things, Great for the kit or your handbag.. as bigger bottles can weight a tonne!

Last but not least.. Gentle Body Wash by F.A.B

I have tried a few of their products which I have enjoyed.. they are available in Boots so really affordable and easy to access. Fragrance Free which is great so should be fine with most people. I'm sure these are avail in America and UK. Will let you know my thoughts when I give it a try.

Hope you other Glossyfanatics enjoyed your boxes.. and for those unsubscribed!! Jump on.. Give it a try. You have the option to cancel anytime you want. From my experience also the customer service at the HQ are so fantastic!

xxx

NEW Products for my kit I LOVE.

Hello all,

Hope the start of 2012 has been as fab as mine!! I just know 2012 is filled with some exciting adventures!!

I haven't forgotten about you.. I have just been super busy so now catching up on all things I have jotted down that must be blogged!! Oh k some amazing products that I know you will love.

Becca. Beach Tint 'Grapefruit'
This is a water resistant colour for cheeks and lips. Such a beautiful peachy colour for a real light summer glow.. Smooths on ever so lightly so easily builds up if you need more intense colour or even add powder blush on top for some depth. I love the texture..so light so you will never over do it. It is easy to use so great for all! Feels great on the skin and not a drying finish which is great! Price.. roughly £20. Lots of fab products within Becca range.. Check out here.. http://www.beccacosmetics.com/uk/

Dior 5 Colour Designer All in one artistry Pallette 008

Most Dior products are gorgeous! There eye shadows especially are sooo soft!! They feel lovely on the skin.. Very gentle colours to compliment all skin tones. In particular this pallette has 4 eye shadows and a black cream that can be used either as a liner or a base. So versatile and so many looks can be created. Obviously also comes with little brushes to apply and instructions for particular looks they demonstrate. One highlight colour, 2 shades of grey and a nice sparkle for the evening. These pallettes come in all sorts of colour options.

Clinique Repairwear Laser Focus all smooth makeup (foundation SPF)

I used to work for Clinique waaaaaay back.. So know the products extremely well. My time there I did find some products I loved and perhaps some I didnt like so much.. They have some great foundations for everyday women and some great shades ranging from very very pale right through to darker skins! I loved there body products and lipsticks were superb.. Although some products didn't agree with me back then.. (though you do find this with all brands).

This foundation is new to me and I was introduced to this last year.. though have just managed to give it a trial.. This is a moisturising texture to help smooth fine lines.. Bridal season has begun so a great foundation for your bridal kit or anyone with fine line concerns. This is a product I would say for dry to combination.. so not suited for oilier skins.

Kiehls Ultra Facial Moisturizer 

Water based moisturiser.. Great one for you Makeup Artists.. Suitable for all skin tones. I chose the 75mls for travel purposes.. Light texture and great for harsh environments also. I love this cool fact from Kiehls..

 Through Ultra Facial Cream, Kiehl’s was honored to lend support and protection from the elements to the heroic team of the “Greenland First Ascent” expedition. The six explorers completed the first-ever ascent of Greenland’s ice covered peaks on May 30th 2005.

Shu Uemura Hand Made Natural Brush 18

I have several Shu brushes in my kit! They are beautiful.. So you will prob hear me talking about others through the next few months. This is a foundation brush.. Different to most other foundation brushes.. This is made from ultra fine Goat Hair.. I have another brush from Shu made from Goat Hair.. A Big Brush for Face Powder or Body Brush.. and all the models I use it on always comment on the softness and how luxurious it feels! Gives a lovely even coverage!

Feel free to get in touch for any questions or suggestions for blogs etc. xx

2012 prints.

Hello all you fabulous readers.. 2012 very exciting times!! Promise to get back in the swing of things.. lots of product reviews coming soon.. new year, new seasons.. new products, new trends.. Thanks for all your support for 2011. 

Yay my work printed in Marie Claire.. health spread.

Marie Claire.

Not my work but love this look!! Takes me to summer!

My Fashion spread in this weeks Star Mag.. 60s glam

Lots of looks.. sorry for the lopsided image..

xx

Valentines Day gift idea!

Boys forget about chocolates and flowers this year.. Denman have these limited edition D3 Kiss Brushes. Apologies for poor camera work by me. The black in the middle has red lips. The purple has silver lips and the red brush has black kisses..

Roughly £7 so won't break the bank..

2012 January MUST HAVES!

- Percy and Reed's Superstar Superfying Bodifying Cream.. £14 SpaceNK

A Blow Dry essential.. For that extra oomph. Use for Red Carpet Hair.

- Percy and Reed's Brilliantly Beautiful Superglossing Mask £18 SpaceNK

Spectacular Gloss and Shine. Sweet Almond and Blackcurrant Seed Oil to nourish and Smooth. Lightweight too.

Apply after Shampoo and leave for roughly 3 mins for a super treatment.

Liz Earle Sheer Skin Tint £21

Amazing rich and creamy foundation to look like skin not makeup!LOVE! Spf included..

Great packaging perfect for Makeup Artists.

Nuxe Huile Prodigieuse OR £37.00

This gem has been a beauty favourite for years... Makeup Artists cant get enough.. Effortlessly glam! Great for hair, face or body.. Dry oil that leaves a golden shimmer.

xx

Happy New Year!!!

Looking forward to a fantastic 2012.. Hope everyone had a wonderful festive season filled with lots of family, food and drinks!! Detox time now I'm sure for most people.. Lots of fab Makeup news coming your way.. First blog for 2012 peeps!

I have a few pics in Feb issues of various mags.. This is one fashion story behind the scenes. Once I get a hand of the print will of course let you all see..

This is not my work.. Really disappointing Max Factor Ad.. No symmetry! Nose/cheeks down looks fine and lovely... But the eyes and brows are shocking.. This ad is placed in numerous magazine!

Could you be the Face of Harringtons..?

Haringtons Hairdressing are launching an exciting new competition to find the ‘Face of Haringtons’. The lucky winner will join a line-up of professional models on an all-expenses paid £10,000 photo shoot in May 2012. The fabulous shoot will be to create Haringtons entry to the prestigious British Hairdressing Awards in 2012. As previous winners of Artistic Team of the Year, Men’s Hairdresser of the year and three times winners of Southern Hairdresser of the Year, Haringtons Art Team are recognised as leaders in the UK Hairdressing Industry.

If you are aged 15+, male or female, enter by simply uploading a head and shoulders shot to the special tab on the Haringtons Facebook page at facebook.com/HaringtonsHairdressing

The competition is open for you to upload your photo until 17th January 2012. After that date you can start collecting votes from family and friends by asking them to log onto Facebook to vote for you!

On 8th February round 1 voting closes and our Art Directors will choose the finalists for round 2. The chosen finalists can then ask more friends, family and Fans to vote for them on the Haringtons Facebook Page.The 6 entries with highest public votes will be judged by the Art Directors to select the winner of the Face of Haringtons.

Haringtons know a thing or two about creating a look for the camera and the glossies, after creating looks for Pixie Lott, Lily Cole, Sophie Ellis- Bexter and Billie Piper. They were also the chosen hairdressers behind Channel 5’s first ‘Make me a supermodel’ series.

Winning the ‘Face of Haringtons’ could open doors to a fantastic future. Haringtons last British Hairdressing Awards collection ‘Prive’ has been featured in no less than 21 countries worldwide.

xx

Robert Piguet Parfums

I have been waiting for just the right moment to do my first fragrance blog.. Here it is.. xx

Fragrance is personal.. I used to be someone who loved having a collection of different fragrances to choose from. I could select which scent would be best for particular occasions.. Day, night, work, fruity, strong, soft smells.. I now am happy to say I have converted to the bunch out there who love and adore one fragrance, which makes it your special signature scent! I suppose up until this point I haven't been able to find the perfect scent! I love the idea of someone remembering you by scent, that comforting feeling of familiar scent, sound, taste.. brings wonderful vivid memories.

There are so many fragrances out there to choose from these days.. and so many celebrities and brands bringing out different scents every month. In fact a friend once told me that well known singers/performers can make more money off perfume sales then there whole career spanning years in the limelight!!! Crazy. 

I wanted to introduce you all to my signature fragrance and the brand that converted me. 

ROBERT PIGUET

Robert Piguet was born in Switzerland. He moved to Paris and became a legendary icon in Haute Couture as a Fashion Designer who then went on to train names we know as Givenchy and Christian Dior. In 1933 he opened his own house.. years later came the gorgeous fragrances with character, seduction, luxury. Robert Piguet closed his house in 1951 and died in 1953. The fragrance and style lives on!

My Signature Scent.. 'Fracas'

Classic, Feminine and Modern notes collide with white floral fragrance. Seductive scent filled with Jasmine, Gardenia, Bulgarian Rose and Orange Flower. the base is made with Sandalwood and musk. Truly makes for an unforgettable impression.

Not cheap but utterly divine and worth every penny! Lots of options to choose from in your scent.. Solid Parfum, Lotion, Wash, Purse Spray. Elegant packaging too!

Each have a unique scent..

'Baghari'

This is a deep romantic scent filled with a wonderful aroma of Jasmine, Rose, Iris and fresh Citrus blended with powdery Amber and natural Vanilla. this scent captivates hearts!

'Visa'

Expect the exceptional.. Mysterious scent and a gorgeous combination of Peach, pear, Bergamot, Ylang, Rose and Orange Flower, Sandalwood and Vanilla Beans.

'Cravache'

Aromatic Infusion of citrus and woods.. Mandarin, lemon, sage, lavender.. ahhhh Invigorating ingredients!

Others to choose from..

Bandit, Futur, Cravache, Calypso, Douglas, Hannant

If you are in London then head to Liberty's and have a sniff.. otherwise online purchases can be made.. If you are in the states then Sephora is your destination.. Check out www.robertpiguetparfums.com for more information and places to shop near you.

xx

'Philip Kingsley Elasticizer'

This is a well overdue product review..


Elasticizer!

The Hair Guru 'Philip Kingsley'
He has been a consultant since 1957, well respected!

This product was initially invented for Audrey Hepburn!! Oh my!! It is a real treat and depends on your hair type and hair condition for how often to use etc.. For me I could use this once a month or maybe twice for an extra boost and health kick for hair and scalp. My hair is uncoloured, curly, untreated and rarely use styling tools so is perfect for those with dry and under nourished hair... Audrey Hepburn needed this extra moisturising pre shampoo treaetment as she constantly coloured and styled her hair for all the films she starred in. It gave her bounce and shine and helped keep colour in for longer then expected. So if you regularly use hot hair styling tools.. irons, dryer etc and have coloured hair or hair is prone to sun damage dry or damaged you could definitely get some great benefits from this by using more regularly..

How to use..
Work in with fingertips on damp hair
Leave on for 20-30mins
Rinse off
Shampoo and Condition as usual
Easy!!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KDnQG022Prc

Recent work December..

Recent Test

Recent Test

Shot at Aviation museum

Mens grooming in easy Living..

Just did the hair for this shoot..

Not one of mine but absolutely stunning Makeup and Styling.. i think maybe is Beyonce!! LOVE

One of my last brides for 2011.. Getting booked now for 2012.. so if anyone knows of anyone getting married needing a Hair and Makeup Artist get in touch for the bridal season.

Christmas Beauty lights

Amazing Inspirational Story and athelete I worked on.. In this months Easy Living.

Festive Season with Liz Earle

So many fantastic deals out there at the moment.. so now is the time to stock up on products you love or wish to try for the year ahead and the winter days creeping closer.. Grab some bargains and get your presents all shopped for and fill those christmas stockings.. Liz Earle is one of my favourite skincare brands I have discovered in 2011 which I know will forever be in my bathroom, makeup kit, bedroom etc.. I have mentioned some of her products before briefly but don't think have done a real review on the brand.. Better late then never. There are so many great skincare, haircare, fragrance, men and womens products in this range to try.. Haven't tried one that I wasn't happy with!!!

Liz Earle and Kim Buckland (friends) started up the brand back in 1995. Both ladies were eager to start up a skincare range that was simple and that really worked for all ages and skin types for any stage you may be in life..Everything is designed to be a pampering treat so is a real pleasure to use and the scents that come from the ingredients are so calming and relaxing and really and truly feel revitalising. They use an array of wonderful plant oils within there products as these tend to offer great and unique benefits for our skin for example plumping, smoothing, toning as well as contributing the lovely scents. Since the beginning of there journey they have won several awards and from day one have always offered great customer service and package all the products beautifully for you the customer! It is an all round fantastic affordable luxury experience.

CHRISTMAS with LIZ EARLE

Liz Earle is offering a Christmas gift to you when you spend £70 as a Thank you and Merry Christmas a gift worth over £27 will be all yours! 

There are some great pre packed gifts starting as low as £20 right up to £50 gorgeous treats for friends and family.. Will most likely get them addicted and great combinations of products to choose from.

TRAVEL and TRY ME KITS

What I absolutely LOVE LOVE LOVE at this time of year more then anything is the chance to try products out.. So many brands including Liz Earle do great gift packs with smaller products to test and trial which are essential for travel and all under 100mls.. Also as so many people fly home for Christmas or go away on trips with families and friends.. lots of travel packs are made for these purposes! Gives us the chance to try a range and decide which works for us in the long run. Also saves us lugging heavy bottles of our fav products across the globe!

For anyone travelling to hot destinations for a couple weeks break from grey skies and windy days try the..

'Sun try Me Kit' only £16.25

Comes in cute little cosmetic bag.. 

Mineral Sun Cream SPF 20 30ml (new product ideal for all skin types to protect face and body)

Sun Shade Botanical Aftersun Gel 30ml (Rehydrating Gel which is ultra cooling with 92% organic aloe vera!!)

Skin Tonic Spritzer 30ml (Natural source of Vit E toner to soothe and brighten)

Another fave pick for me and more of a splurge.. I LOVE

'Pampering Weekend Kit' £47.90

Contains a heavenly bunch of carefully selected products..

Cleanse and Polish Hot Cloth Cleanser 30mls

Instant Boost Skin Tonic Spritzer 30mls

Superskin Concentrate 2mls (Such a repairing product!! Smells lush!)

Skin repair Moisturiser 15mls (your choice for skin type)

Intensive nourishing Treatment 15mls

Orange Flower Botanical Body Wash 30mls (YUMMMM)

Nourishing Botanical Body Cream 50mls (They have the best Body creams and moisturisers!!)

Energising Body Scrub 50mls

Vital Oils Candle

2 Muslin Cloths

Headband

Happy Holidays and Happy Shopping!! 

Pop in to store or online and take a peak.. Try something new or stock up on your fav bottles!

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