Nina's Christmas Giveaway Winner :)

Hey everyone How are you all oh lordy I am so so excited as today I am announcing my Christmas giveaway WINNER !!!!!!!!!! (Please check the Rafflecopter below to see who won) 
CONGRATULATIONS :) :) :) 
Thank you so much to everyone for entering and dont worry there will more giveaways in the future ;) 
In fact I am already planning my next one :) 

Prizes & My Current Favourites are:

• The Limited Edition Lynx Effects for Women:  Even though this is supposed to be limited edition it is still around everywhere to buy.  This has been a favourite of mine for the past 8 months I absolutely love it.  The fruity fresh scent is so refreshing and lasts all day long.  Every time I wear this I get compliments on how good I smell :) :) I can tell you will love it too 
• Naturals Lavender and Chamomile Room and Linen Spray:  This is a massive Favourite of mine.  Ladies you know what its like jumping into your freshly washed bed there is nothing like it but after a day that fresh smell of your favourite washing powder is almost gone and you simply can not wash you bed clothes everyday so I love to use this spray to refresh your bed up and the Lavender scent is so relaxing.  I find this scent lingers for at lease 3 days on the bed clothes its fantastic 

• Naturals Cranberry and Cinnamon Room and Linen Spray:   This too is a beautiful scent and perfect for the christmas season.  i even spray these on my mats, rugs, curtains what ever you wish to freshen up your rooms love it :) 
• Avon True colour Eyeshadow Quad in Mocha Latte:  Girlies this has been an absolute favourite for such a long time.  In fact this has been my first ever eyeshadow palette which tells you how long I have been using it.  This is a stunning neutral palette perfect for everyone.  It contains 2 matte shades and 2 Satin shades.  I did a blog post about it a long while back with pictures taken with my older camera but it will give you an idea what its like :)  I use this for my eyebrows for natural looks everything I find I reach for this at least once a week :) 
• Avon Super shock Mascara in Black:  I have and always will love this mascara is super black super amazing and not only that gives me volume and length all at the same time even Pixiwoo loves this mascara Its amazing :) 
• Avon Super Shock Gel Eyeliner Pencils in "Black & Cobalt":  These eyeliners are the BOMB.  I have mentioned these quite a bit in different reviews and compared them too.  Again these have bee a favourite of mine for a long time and I still love them.  They are smooth, creammy, blackest of black and long lasting in fact will last until you take them off.  They are excellent in the waterline too.  I can actually say they are by far a dupe of the Urban Decay 24/7 eyeliners :) :) "Cobalt" is a lovely sparkly blue perfect for christmas.  It is hard to believe i have not reviewed these but its true what they say if you use something long enough you actually take it for granted so thats why im including them in my giveaway.  
• Wet N Wild Mega Lasting Lip Colour in "Just Peachy":  I did a blog post on these recently.  I absolutely love these for the fact they are affordable long lasting creamy easy to apply and matte :)  So I just had to include one for you guys too :) 
• Wet N Wild Mega Eyes Creme Liner in "Black":   Again another products i have taken for granted and not got reviewing yet!!! This has been a favourite for a long time I even have 3 or 4 back ups :)  This is a favourite of Emily Noels too from th Beauty Broadcaster on youtube.  I have to admit I agree with her its super black super creamy easy to work with and comes with a mini brush thats actually quite good.  Not only that it doesnt dry out easily not like some creme liners :) It also gives a matte finish which i love :) 
• NYX Xtreme Lip Creams in "Buttery Nude" & "Nude Peach":  I have also done a recent post on these little beauties and of course I just had to include them in this giveaway because they are fab!!!! 
• Catrice Ultimate Eye Colour in " Plum up the Jam":  This is a new eyeshadow in from Catrice and I too have only started using this so I havent got round to reviewing it yet but I think its a stunning stunning shade.  This is a stunning plum shade with a tint of burgundy and gold shimmers going through it I love it :) This is a perfect shade for Winter :) 
• elf Smudge Brush:  I have found myself reaching for this alot lately.  I use it for a percise line in my crease for the outer corner of my eyes and for smudging eyeshadows on the bottom lash line.  Its a perfect size and perfectly compacted.  Its very easy to wash and dry and I have had no shedding whatsoever.  

Not only will you win this amazing bundle you will also win :) 

A $20 Gift Card to spend on the BH Cosmetics Site :)  BH Cosmetics is one of my favourite sites to shop on as you know at this stage :) 

CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Lots of Love Luck and Laughter 

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My Avon Lipstick & Lipgloss Collection Review

Hey all my Gorgeous followers.  I hope you are all well 

Todays review is on my Avon Lipstick & Lipgloss Collection which was requested.

I have a Video Review done about these so you can take a look :) 

My Avon Collection Pictures & Swatches

So Here is my Little collection of Lipsticks and Lipglosses 

Its not much but most of them i have had for a while and a couple are new.  The one thing i have noticed about the prices of these is that they change from brochure to brochure so i cant really put a price on them but i can give you a rough estimation on what i paid for them as i have and always do buy Avon products when they are on sale.  

So I shall Start with the Lippies:

PRO_TO_GO Lipsticks 

In Shades "Perfect Pink & Provocative Plum"

Perfect Pink is sort of misleading by the name i would actually call this a light pinkish/brown shade with a gold undertone to it.  Its a beautiful shade and i love this with a dark smokey eye or as an everyday wear. 

Provocative Plum is a pinky/plum shade sheer but nice colour payoff at the same time. 

I quite like these lipsticks they are super moisturising, so easy to apply, handy to carry in your handbag without you fretting about the lid coming off.  Im glad i have these and when i run out i will try these in other shades for definite.  The one great thing about this lippie is you can apply with one hand i mean there is no lid to take off just s slide button on it which opens the lid and pushes up the lippie all in one go.  The one thing i would advise is dont push this lipstick up fully as it will break.  

Perfect Pink 

Provocative Plum

Ultra Moisture Rich 24K Gold Lipstick 

24K Pink

24K Pink This is a sheer pink with golden shimmer.  It applies sheer on the first application but the more you layer the more pink it gets.  It a perfect MLBB lipstick with shimmer.  

I quite like this lipstick the one thing i found is that when it does wear off the glitter is left on your lips so you have to make sure to have this in your handbag for top up.  This lipstick does give your lips the ultra moisturised, 24k gold look.  I like it but the glitter is my put off.  Even though you dont feel the glitter on the lips you still see it.  I got this on sale for about €4 

 Avon Smooth Mineral Lipstick 

Pink Quartz

Pink Quartz this is a very very sheer pink This is almost unnoticable on the lips when applied its almost like a slightly tinted chapstick in my eyes.  A really great thing about this lipstick is that it has SPF15.  You can wear this shade on it own with no makeup and it will instantly brighten you up.  It does have a little gold shimmer to it and to be honest is the lighter shade of the Ultra Moisture Rich 24K Gold Lipstick in 24K Pink.  

Pro Luscious Lip Colour 

Plush Rose

Plush Rose yes another pink lol this is a lovely pink This lipstick is a little different to the rest though.  Its not as creamy which is actually a good things as it lasts longer.  Its alot more pigmented that the rest of the lipsticks i have too.  It applies really smoothly i love it.  The topcoat aka the gloss on the lip is especially designed to be applied on the middle of the lips to give you lips the illusional pout and trust me it works.  There are 3 different types of topcoat available on these lipsticks there is the gold which is on this lipstick then there is rose and silver.  These originally cost €11 each but do be on offer alot.  

Lipstick & Topcoat

Glazewear Lipstick 

Coral Bliss

Coral Bliss again the name is a little deceiving as its more pinkish than coral.  There is a coral undertone to it though.  Of course there is a slight gold shimmer to it :) 

This lipstick amazed me when i got it first.  Its so slim but yet looks alot more expensive than i paid for it.  This is more of a gloss lipstick but is moisturising and nicely pigmented to last a good few hours.  This is so handy as you wouldnt need a gloss with it.  What i also like about this lipstick is the scent its smells of tropical fruit not strong but nice.  I dont think this lipstick is available from Avon anymore as i have been keeping an eye out for it to buy more but if you do come across it i recommend you to try it :) I think i only paid €4 for this on sale 

Avon Twist & Glide Lipgloss

Caramel

Caramel well this is actually true to its name "Caramel" is actually the shade and it has a slight gold undertone to it.  What i found different about this gloss is the flexible plastic applicator.  I suppose in some way it would be more hygenic than the normal brush or or doe-foot applicator.  "Caramel" was surprisingly very pigmented i mean one application and its enough plus this gloss last for quite a few hours.  I cant remember how much i paid for this as i have had it for at least 9 months now and i have noticed its not available anymore but thats not saying it wont be back as its a great gloss.  

Avaon SpectraColor Lipstick 

The Nudes 

This is a miracle in a Tube!!!!! its Basically 7 different lip colours in 1.  Every womans dream eh?

The Nudes Is basically browns and nude shades.  Now to be honest there is pros and cons about this. Pros you have control of what lip shade your are going to wear all from one tube.  The pigmentation is actually quite good and it lasts a good few hours on the lips.  

Cons the applicator is way too big to apply straight from the tube its not possible without smudging.  I have had this for quite some time now and the Lighter shade no1 has ran out so im left with just the darker shade.  In a way i really only see the colour changings on setting no1 no4 and no7.  In all its a great invention.  its a Lipgloss and Lip Colour all in one :) 

Shade no1(lightest) & no 7(darkest)  

Darkest shade on the lip sorry it was a quick application lol 

Glazewear Sparkle Lipgloss (New)

Shimmering Amethyst

Shimmering Amethyst This is new to Avon i got it with my Christmas Catalogue i got it free with a mascara and a perfume when i spent €15 on makeup NICE!!!.  Orginally this costs €8 each.  

I have to say i was quite surprised by the pigmentation on this gloss the shade is somewhat a pinky/purple with different colour glitter.  The best thing about this is the glitter wears off with the gloss you are not left with lips that look like a disco ball lol.  Its not at all stick but yet thick enough to last a couple of hours.  This is perfect to jazz up your favourite lipstick. 

Avon Glossy Delight Lipgloss

Succulent Peach & Juicy Cherry 

Succulent Peach is a very sheer gloss almost unnoticeable also smells like peach :)  Juicy Cherry this is a bright cherry red with gold shimmer again sheer but more noticeable on the lip than Succulent Peach.  This definitely smells like cherries. 

I got these glosses for a bargain 2 for €3.  Im not sure if they are available from Avon anymore.  They are a great gloss i have to say.  They are thick but not overly thick they are not sticky in anyway.  They last not more than any other gloss but for the price i definately got a great bargain for them.  

For lipswatches check out this link 

So that completes my collection finally lol.  Thats literally all of my Avon Lipsticks & Glosses i own.  As i said on my video i havent anything really bad to say about these only that the lipsticks i own were a little disappointing as to the actually full price of these they should be alot more pigmented than they are.  There is cheaper lipsticks out there that have more pigmentation in them than these ones I OWN but thats not saying all the lipsticks from Avon are as sheer as these ones as there is quite a selection of different types of lipstick available 

So i hope in some way this review was helpful I know some of the lip products i have is not available at the moment but thats not saying Avon wont bring them back and at least this way you will know what they are like eh?

I hope you enjoyed my review 

Any questions?

Comment below I am more than happy to answer you

All these lip products were purchased out of my own pocket :) as always 

Hope your well 

Until next time 

See you soon 

Lots of Love Luck & Laughter 

Nina C

xoxoxoxoxoxox

P.S if you have time could you please please vote for me on the Beauty Editors Competition i have entered all you gotta do is click sign in on you facebook account an vote you have a vote per day until the 12th of January I WOULD REALLY APPRECIATE IT THANK YOU :) 

Avon Haul & Review

Hey Hey Everyone i just wanted to share with you my recent purchases from Avon.  I Got all of these on sale but even at full price they are very cheap first of all i will list what i got then tell you what i think of them :) 

Starting with the top left: 

• Avon True Colour Eyeshadow Duo in "Midnight Rose"
• Avons Gloss Delight Lip juice in "Juicy Cherry & Succulent Peach"
• Avons ColorTrend Great Lengths Mascara in "Black"
• Avons Glimmer Stick Liqui-Glide Eyeliner in "Black"
• Avons Glazewear Lipstick in "Coral Bliss"

Now as i said i ordered these off my Avon Rep but you can order online here are the addresses:
UK:        http://avonshop.co.uk/
Eire:     http://avon-shop.ie/

Avon True Colour Eyeshadow Duo 

This is a look using Duo Eyeshadow in "Midnight Rose"

Avon Says:   Incredible smooth, blendable powder that glides over lids, Gives dramatic depth of colour in a luxurious, silkly texture. Crease-proof colour stays true for up to 12 hours* 


In this Duo you are getting a Satin Baby Pink and a Dark blue/purpley shade with a hint of shimmer...... The lighter shade is highly pigmented and creamy very easy to apply, the Darker shade is highly pigmented but not as easily blendable.  I do have to say the colours really are fab together, if you have Hazel/green eyes this will surely make them pop.....This is a great duo for a night out look and is so handy to carry round in your handbag.....another thing is you dont need a primer with this shadow but if you did wear a primer it would definitely intensify the colours.  :)  
If you are looking to buy more than one Duo you are better off having a look at the True Colour Eyeshadow Quads as they have more variety and only cost €3 more.... have a look first at the shade before buying.... 

Avons Gloss Delight Lip juice in "Juicy Cherry & Succulent Peach"

Avon Says:  The Smart Buy! Available in limited quantities. A burst of juicy color…a blast of fruity flavor! For a glazed, lacquered look. Flavored with real fruit extracts. Ripe for attention.

I Got these 2 for €3 each there wasnt many flavours to choose from so i got "Juicy Cherry" & "Succulent Peach".  I was kind of sceptic about these as they were so cheap.....I was wrong!!!!!  

"Juicy Cherry" is a lovely cherry bright red with gold shimmer......tastes and smells a little of cherry 

"Succulent Peach" is a lovely peach shade which tastes and smells like peach 

I love these glosses and pleasantly surprised with them!!!! they are thick in consistency but not too thick, they make my lips look a little plump and they are not a bit sticky which i love.  They last 2-3 hours before you have to top them up but the best thing about them is that they dont leave that unwanted dried in line you get on your lips with some glosses they just disappear which I LOVE LOVE LOVE 

Avons ColorTrend Great Lengths Mascara in "Black"

Avon Says:   Get fluttering with gorgeous lengthening mascara! 7ml

This Mascara actually shocked me honestly i thought because this has comes from the cheaper range from Avon that it would only be suitable for the younger teens who are starting to wear make-up......Well actually this is brilliant i mean the picture above is literally 1 application.  Look at the length of my bottom lashes i was delighted......This is not a waterproof mascara but it doesn't smudge, doesn't clump or doesn't flake.  Now i wouldn't wear it on hot days or days i think is going to rain but on normal days or evening outing its great.....and easy to take off with make-up remover.  This is definitely worth having in your collection.

Avons Glimmer Stick Liqui-Glide Eyeliner in "Black"

Avon Says:   This smooth, pencil liner gives the look of a liquid. Smudge resistant. Long wearing.

Ok its true it is smudge resistant and long wearing....It also does give the look of a liquid liner.  Im still not really pushed about this one simply because it made my eyes sting and actually made my eyes blood shot.....Maybe there is some ingredient in there that doesnt agree with me but im not won over......but that is just me.......Its super creamy and you have to be very careful with it as you literally only need to lightly touch your eye with this and the liner is on to me its nearly too soft and creamy but i can work with it........its not suitable for the waterline it smudges and you will end up with it inside your eyes.........but in all its not the worst product ive purchased but not the best either.........

Avons Glazewear Lipstick in "Coral Bliss"

Avon says:   Glossy vibrant lip colour that last for hours*, and has the high shine of a lipgloss. Sweetened with a peachy flavour, has a slimline design which is ideal for handbags.

There are 5 shades available for €12 i got this on  a 1/2 price sale......I love the goldy packaging on this lipstick it looks so sleek and expensive :) i love taking this out of my handbag and "showing it off hehehe".  This is definitely along with my top favourites from the Avon Products i have bought so far (i must actually do a separate review on my top 5 favourite Avon products :) keep a look out for that ) anyhow ye this lipstick is fantastic.... This smells so yummy kind of peachy scent only thing is that the scent doesn't last too long.......applying this is a dream it simply glides on so easily......the texture is so creamy and thick and the finish is a nice glossy finish its highly pigmented with means a little goes a long way......overall you wont regret buying this lipstick i probably wont pay €12 each for the rest of the shades simply because you are only getting 2gr for it but if they are on sale again i will certainly get the rest...... 

So everyone that is it from my little Avon Haul....If you have any questions please ask away id be happy to answer and please comment below and please please hit the follow button :) :) id love to see and follow your blogs 

Until next time 

lots of Irish hugs & kisses 

nina xoxoxoxoxox

Avons True colour eyeshadow quads review

Silky smooth eyeshadow can be layered up for vivid, intense colour that looks fresh all day*. by avon 

All available shades in these Quads :) 

You Can purchase these off your local rep or on the UK site Here or on the Irish site Here  The prices vary from time to time so i cant tell you an exact price.... I know i purchased 3 different quads 1 cost me €12 and the other 2 cost me €3.50 on sale :) so on with the review 

As i said above i got 3 Quads in shades "Mocha Latte, Blue denim & Lace Electric" 

At first i was sceptic about buying these as they are kind of affordable but at the time €12 was a lot to part with been a single mum and i never heard anyone talking about these quads so i just took the risk and purchase one.  Then a few weeks later I noticed a sale on these so i purchased 2 more...

"Mocha Latte"

Mocha Latte:  In this quad you are getting 4 Neutral Tone eye shadows.  This quad is my favourite out of the 3 by far.....They are so highly pigmented i fell in love love love.....this was the first quad i purchase which i paid full price for & i wouldn't mind paying full price for it again!!!! its well worth i......and according to a friend of mine she found a dupe of each of these from MAC  1st shade is similar to Mac shroom......2nd shade similar to Mac Cork .....3rd is definately similar to Mac Woodwind and the 4th shade similar to Mac Charcoal.....correct me if im wrong tho but she did do swatches of each against the mac shadows :)  someone especially with blue eyes this quad would make your eyes stand out but this quad is suitable for everyone 

"Blue Denim"

Blue Denim:  Now Blues wouldnt be the first shades i would go for i dont know why i think because of my eye colour( green/hazel/blue) i dont think blues is not the shade for me but of course i didnt want to put a full stop on that saying so i went ahead and purchased this quad to see for myself.......The 1st shade is a very light silver 2nd is a light sky blue 3rd is a dark blue and the 4th is more grey than blue........This quad would definately be suitable for someone with brown eyes it certainly would make their eyes pop..... I did try this in so many different ways and looks but no it just doesnt do anything for me but i still thinks its a great quad i have no faults with it 

"Lace Electric"

Lace Electric:  I just love this quad :).........I suppose i love it because its suitable for my eye colour and boy does this quad make my eyes pop......the 1st shade is a satin white (great for inner corners of eyes) 2nd shade is mostly matte violet purple but with some tiny bits of glitter 3rd shade is a black-toned, smoky purple that has a slight pink shimmer and the 4th shade is a fab satin grey blue......you can create a great great smoky eye with this quad alone i love experimenting with this i will definitely be purchasing this one again in the future :) :) 

Swatches in normal light 

Swatches with flash 

They  come  in a black casing with AVON inscribed into it. The casing has a mirror inside. It comes with a dual sided sponge tip brush which is great for lining along the lower lash line. The brush would do a good job if you were away from home and had no brushes with you . 

 The eye shadows are of good quality.  There is very little  fall out when you apply them. They are not chalky.  The colours blend easily into the skin n into each other.  you can apply wet or dry.  The quads easily fit into your bag.  Now one thing i have to admit is the colour do look different on the Avon book/website than they do in real life, this is mainly the reason for my review......The last a good 6 hours on me without a primer but with they last until i take my make-up off which is usually after about 10 hours wear which i think is excellent :) 

overall girls your are not going to feel like you have wasted your money on these.  Your getting good quality and quantity for your money need i say more 

I hope this was helpful to you and i hope you have fun experimenting with them if or when you get them 

thats all for now girls 

take care
lots of Irish kisses your way 
nina xoxoxoxox