My Top 10 Products by Blank Canvas Cosmetics 2014

Hello My beauties 

I have decided to do a little series on my top favourite products from different brands for the year of 2014.  I know its early but to be honest by the time I get through all of the brands I am using and have used I will probably need a full month so I might as well start now before 2015 comes in and It might also help you choose some presents for your loved ones for Christmas ;)   Some posts might begin with My top 5, My top 10 of even My favourite _________ of 2014 either way I think this will be very helpful as it means I have repurchased many times or used alot of throughout the year :) :) 

Of course I have to start this series with one of my favourite brands of all time as I think I own nearly everything on the site at this stage and everytime something new comes in I have to get my hands on it :) :) 

Blank Canvas as become well known since it began and to be honest I have nothing but amazing reviews about their products by lots and lots of bloggers.  I dont think I have ever seen 1 bad review.  I myself am a huge huge fan of their products and if you are a regular reader I am sure you already know this :) :) 

So without further ado let me begin by saying even picking out my top 10 has been extremely difficult I was nearly going to change it to my Top 20 ;) 

So let me begin with Number 1

It has to be The Famous 6 Pan Contour Palette 

I literally have went through 2 of these so far and own one for myself and have one for my kit.  This Palette is one amazing palette.  Its all you face powers in one palette. 

you have:  2 highlight shades 

2 setting powders in which one of them could be used as a blush 

2 bronzer/contour shades 

The shades are perfect for everyone for every skin type skin tone everyone!!!!! The powders are so easy to blend so easy to work with and most of all this palette is super affordable :)  As I have already reviewed this palette I will not go into too much detail but if you are a makeup artist, makeup lover or even just want to start up a collection of makeup for everyday use This palette is one item you should have in your collection AMAZING and is my number 1 for sure 

My Number 2 is :) 

Its has to be my F30 Sculpt Brush OMG girlies this brush is a god send!!!!!!! Contouring with this beauty is made so much easier you can literally do this with your eyes closed honestly I LOVE IT SO MUCH!!!!!  I literally use this everday and everytime I do anybodys makeup.  

If you havent grasped the contouring yet you will instantly become a pro the moment you have this in your hands :) :) The most amazing creation ever :) Check out my indept review here you need this in your life.  Any men out there who have ladies in their lives who love makeup Get my Number ! and Number 2 in this list and she will love you forever lol 

My number 3 is 

It has to be my F22 HD Dome Face Brush.  I have a full review on this already.  I have been loving this brush alot lately for applying my liquid foundation.   The fibres on this brush is so tightly packed that it doesnt soak up alot of product.  I love the domed shape as it makes applying foundation so much easier especially when blending around the hair line, under the eyes and around the nose area.  I love the flawless finish it gives.  This brush is amazingly soft and every time I use this on anyone they always always comment on how soft it is on their face :)  I love applying foundation with this brush on peoples faces as it like giving them a nice relaxing face massage :) :) they love it :)   I own about 3 or 4 of these :)   I also love using this to apply cream blush :) 

My Number 4 is 

The F20 Stippling Brush which is another famous brush by Blank Canvas.  This brush is AMAZING for applying foundation also.  Has been my favourite for a very long time and this too I own about 3.  It was actually my first ever brush I bought from Blank Canvas and I still to this day recommend it to everyone.  It gives such an amazing flawless finish and is super super soft :) LOVE IT 

My Number 5 is 

The F25 Powder/bronzer Brush which I have reviewed (by Guest blog post on Make up for Dolls blog)  This is the most softest amazing brush ever ok maybe not ever but oh my goodness I love this brush to bits.  I am actually going to get another for my kit I adore it that much.  This can be used for powdering all over the face, for blush for bronzer for anything really.  I highly recommend this beauty you will wonder how you lived without it honestly :) 

My Number 6 is 

The Pro Deluxe E23 Short Pencil Brush:   LOVE IT!!!!!!!   I love using this to smudge shadow under my lower lash line its the perfect size to get that precise line.  I also love using this when to smudge out my liner for everyday wear when you dont want that strong harsh line.  This is also perfect for getting that percise out V shape  Its great for the crease its great for the inner corner ITS JUST GREAT FULL STOP.  You can also use this brush for your cream shadows :) This brush is made from soft high grade natural hair.

My Number 7 is 

Pro Deluxe Flat Shader Brush E26:  This is one amazing brush.  I find it brilliant picking up the right amount of eyeshadow.  Its amazing how easy this make to apply my eyeshadow's without loosing too much product.  Its so soft and a pleasure to use.  The shape is exactly right for the lid I love that.  This is yet another brush that holds its shape well after each wash.  

My Number 8 is 

The E39 Bent Liner Brush:  I Adore this brush for applying my eyeliner.  It makes life so much easier for me especially when im in a hurry.  We all know how hard it is to get an even line and also create a nice flick.  Well if you are not used to applying gel liner and are trying to see what you are doing in front of the mirror sometimes its hard to dodge you own hand to see what you are actually doing close up...... Not anymore with this liner brush !!!!!  Check out my full blog post here on this beauty :) :) 

My Number 10 is 

The amazing E25 Pro Deluxe Tapered Blending Brush.  I have a few of these beauties and love using this obviously for blending out my eyeshadows :) :)   The secret to a good eye makeup look is in the blending BLEND BLEND BLEND :) :)  I also love using this brush to set my concealer around the nose and under the eye area its so small it can reach them areas perfectly

There is one more I have to add to this list and I know its cheating but im allowed as its my blog hehehehe 
my next favourite brush is the one and only 

The E30 Deluxe Double Ended Brow/Spoolie brush.  This is one brush everyone should have in their collection.  You have one side in which has a brush to put those crazy brows in place then the other side you have a very flat slanted brush for applying your brow colour on in the most perfect way.  You can also use this side to apply eyeliner and it applies brilliantly

So there you have it :)  My top 10 (11) Products by Blank Canvas Cosmetics of 2014 :) :)  They are a long time favourite of mine and to be honest I can see they will continue to be as long as Blank Canvas is around :) :)  Have you Tried anything From Blank Canvas Yet?  What is your favourites from there? 

If you are thinking of purchasing for yourself or for a loved one from Blank Canvas Cosmetics 

 Enter "NINA" at the end for a little discount for all my lovely readers I Hope you enjoy 
So that it is for today everyone.  What brand would you like me to do next for my Top's of 2014 :)  Leave you suggestions below :) xxxxxxx 

Lots of Love Luck and Laughter 

I love love love hearing from you all :) I make it my duty to read each and every one of you comments and every time i get a comment from you it highlights my day thanks so so much to you all xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Physicians Formulas Shimmer Strips Kohl Kajal Eyeliner Trio for Blue Eyes

Hey Beauties I hope you are all well :) :) 

As you all know by now Ireland has been brilliant lately by bringing in some much needed new brands into our country.  Ones we have been dying to get our hands on :) 

First it was NYX Cosmetics then it was Wet N Wild and now Physicians Formula :)  Eeeeek Exciting I know I know :)
I have tried some Physicians Formula products before as you know and have to say really liked what I tried.
So I was super excited to the the Shimmer Strips Kohl Kajal Eyeliners.

Described as :   Highly pigmented inner rim eyeliner trio delivers rich color and instant drama.  Versatile eyeliner for eye enhancing definition and inner eye rim intensity.  Super- smooth gliding texture makes defining eyes effortless.  Apply eyeliner at the base of upper lashes and on inside of lower eye rim for ultra-dramatic definition. Layer shades together for endless looks.
Each eyeliner trio costs €16.90 which works out at €5.60 each 
Not bad if they are a good deal eh?  Each eyeliner has 2.7g of product 

I do remember these eyeliners when they first came out and they came in a better packaging.  Whereas they come in a less exciting packaging but hey its not all about the packaging right ?! 

The eyeliner themselves are quite cute and lightweight.  They are each colour coded so its easier to find what shade you are looking for.  What I was a little disappointed with was the eyeliner itself.  What you see in the cap is what you get as in product wise.  There is no twisty bottom nothing this is it.  But of course we cant judge on what we see as I thought to myself maybe you need very little to use :) 

Another thing is sharpening the product is quite difficult as you will be wasting alot of it to form a pointy edge so basically if you do not sharpen you will have to use this either as an eyeshadow cream once the pointy edge is worn down or use a separate eyeliner brush to use the liner.  

So let me show you the shade close up :)  Remember these eyeliners are especially for blue eye but anyone with any shade of eyes can use these.  I in fact used these on someone last week who had brown eyes :) 

This was the more exciting shade of the pack for me.  This shade is a deep royal blue with silver shimmers.  Very creamy and pigmented.  What I did find with this shade was that if used on oily lids and as an eyeshadow base it can crease.  I adore the shade.  Its a great eyeshadow base for sure and will not crease once used sparingly and set with a powder.  

Next up is your typical black.  This black contains tiny shimmers of silver.  I have to admit you need to build this shade up to get an intense black but this is surely a handy number when creating a smokey eye.  I have also tried this on my waterline and can report that it will move if you have sensitive eyes unless you set it with a powder eyeshadow :) 

and lastly is 

This is a deep chocolate brown with shimmer.  This again is very pigmented very creamy and a little goes a long way.  

Over all I am 50/50 about this there is a mixture of pros and cons so to shorten it all :) 

Pros 

They are affordable 

you get 3 shades to choose from 

They are very creamy 

Can be used as liner and eyeshadow base 

They are long lasting once set with powder 

They are buildable 

Cons 

What you see is what you get in the amount of product 

If you lean too hard on the nib you will break the entire liner off 

They can crease if used on their own

They are not great on the waterline unless you set it with powder 

Over all they are worth trying but its depending on what you want to use them for.  I love using these as an eyeshadow base more than and eyeliner.  They are great from creating a smokey eye look.  As for lasting power unless you set these you are going to find they will fade quite quickly.  Paying the price for all 3 is not bad but to be honest I would much rather buy these seperately so I can shoose my own shades.  In each trio there is already a black so if you wanted to buy all trios you are going to end up with alot of black eyeliners.  

Have you tried these yet ?

Whats your thoughts on them :) 

Here is a picture of the Lovely Sarah aka Adoreabubbles who asked me to do her makeup last week and I could help but use the blue eyeliner from Physicians Formula to see what it was like on her.  I of course set it with an eyeshadow the same shade and it looked fantastic on her (please note I forgot to bring my camera with me and used my photo to take photos so it looks a little orangey as it was also night time ) 

I hope you found this review helpful.  

Until Next Time 

Lots of Love Luck and Laughter 

For everyone in Ireland who is wondering where to buy Physicians Formula here is a list of some places its now available in :) :) 

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Oskia Renaissance Cleansing Gel Review

Hello beauties :) 

I am sure alot of you there have been itching to change your skincare routine since those cold wet day came creeping in on you.  I know I have and to be honest I have also noticed a huge change in the way my skin looks and feels :(  Sad to say my skin looks dull pasty and what more I have been prone to breakout alot lastly which I have never really experienced before.  Giving that I also noticed my poor pre-teen daughter who is 12 that she is not only suffering alot with breakouts but they are red and sore looking too. 

So Today I come to you with a brand new product that both me and my daughter has been trying out for the past couple of weeks.  I really wanted to test out this product properly so I can give you an indept review.  Not only that but I have asked my daughter for her take on this too as she has acne prone skin and sensitive skin 

Before I get down to the review let me tell you a little about the company Oskia which I have to say I found very very interesting.  Georgie Cleeve the founder of Oskia.  She had an skiing accident years ago that damaged a Cartilage in her knee and she was one of the first to witness what MSM (which is a chemical found in plants, animals, and humans or also known as as the "Beauty Mineral)  can do for her as it She experienced a phenomenal response to the MSM and her cartilage repaired more than any surgeon had thought possible. But what had been less expected was a major improvement in the symptoms of her rosacea and acne together with striking benefits to her complexion and the condition of her hair and nails.

 The concept based on one exceptional mineral soon evolved into a nutritional approach harnessing all the essential nutrients - minerals, vitamins, proteins, essential fatty acids - that are critical to skin health and performance.

OSKIA’s formulations are designed by Georgie and a team of internationally - recognised nutritionists, doctors, dermatologists and skincare experts.

For more fascinating information on what MSM can actually do for us click here you will be amazed 

What I like about this company is that they are honest.  Even though they try to use at least 98% of natural ingredients they do state that they only use products that work for people.  Sometimes that might not all be natural but they do their best to have at lease the majority of natural ingredients.  They state they will only use ingredients that are scientifically proven to work and not for their natural and organic status.  

Ok I think That is enough information :) :) 

Now for the product itself 

First of let me cover who this Cleansing gel is suitable for :) 

• Anyone who has Dull skin 
• Dry, oily and Combination Skin  
• Anyone who suffers with Pigmentation 
• Anyone with Acne Scars 
• Blemished skin 

It does of course recommend that if you suffer with oily skin that you use this product with a muslin cloth for better use and benefits :) :) 

What are the benefits of this product on your face?  

Well Oskia states :  The original gel-oil cleanser.

• Deeply cleanses pores.
• Removes makeup and daily grime.
• Thoroughly removes dull and dead skin cells without irritation for a balanced complexion.
• Improves the appearance of sun damaged, dry and mature skin to reveal soft, supple texture.
• Fortifies and protects the skin against free radical & environmental damage.
• Improves elasticity & firmness.
• Enhances the lipid barrier to soften and nourish.

The packaging is fairly simple and plain which is brilliant as I like that in products that have good promises it means that they have concentrated more on the product rather than the packaging. 

What impressed me about this is the pump.  Its super thick and sturdy and pumps out just enough product to do the entire face.  

This is described as a cleansing gel which is true.  The rosey coloured gel is quite thick when first squirted from the bottle.  From the moment you squirt the gel out you can smell the Rose & Chamomile which is not strong but smells absolutely beautiful.  As mentioned above the consistency of the gel at first is thick but as you spread the gel around your face and neck it melts to a balm like substance.  As you continue to massage this into your skin the gel feel more like a light oily substances.  The directions say to apply this on dry skin, then wet your finger tips and continue to massage.  That exactly what I do and I notice the gel turn to a milky consistency.   The scent gets a little stronger and smells divine :) :) 

I do this for about a few minutes and then rinse with warm water I instantly feel my skin is clean soft and fresh.  Then I take a look at the water in the sink and I instantly see that it has taken whatever is left on my face (after taking off my makeup) right off leaving me squeaky clean.  I feel my skin is not stripped completely from its natural oils or feels extremely dehydrated like some cleansers do which is a plus from me.  

So have I noticed a difference in the last couple of weeks in my skin??

Yes I surely have my skin does feel very smooth and soft and feels spotless every time I use this.  I am sure some of you who follow me on face book remember I was complaining of having break outs quite a bit in the past few weeks?  Well I can safely say that my break outs have cleared out alot since using this :) 

For me this has been nothing but a pleasure to use but lets see what my daughter thinks shall we :) :) 

This is Becky's statement word for word:  

"Using This cleansing gel is so so easy for me.  I literally apply it to my dry skin massage it in making sure to massage it onto my forehead which is where I break out the most.  My forehead is covered in acne at the moment and its extremely embarrassing especially when the spots are very red and sore.  I wet my hand and continue to massage the cleanser into my skin.  What I do notice with this cleanser is that it does not sting my face which some cleansers or face washes do to my face especially when I have a big breakout.  I also find when I rinse this off and pat my skin dry that my spots are not irritated.  I feel my skin is soft and very clean.  I love the smell of this cleanser alot.  Sometimes I can be lazy when washing my face but since using this cleanser I have  been washing my face every morning and every night for they past 2 weeks without my mam telling me.  I really like it."  

Becky also has said to me that she noticed her spots are lessening in the two weeks she has been using the cleanser and I have to admit I have noticed an improvement too :) 

So there you have it thumbs up from the both of us :) I really hope you found this review informative.

Have you tried this cleanser yet?

This cleanser is available to buy from Space.NK , Oskia Website  , Beauty Bay and Cult Beauty Prices do vary between £24-£28/€30-€34 for 100 mls of product :)  which is something people do find hard to part with unless the product is actually good including myself but I can safely say its well worth the price if you want to treat yourself to a good effective cleanser that you are going to visibly see make a difference.  

Until Next time 

Lots of Love Luck and Laughter 

 

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MeMeMe Cosmetics Beat the Blues in Oyster Gold

Hello Beauties :) :) 

I come to you with yet another MeMeMe Cosmetics product.  Again like the Arch Angel I have had this for at least a month and it has earned a place in my makeup kit :)  Good news? Yes as that means I am comfortable enough to use this on other people including myself.  

I know for a fact you lovely ladies are going to be very very interested in this too especially if you are ones who like highlighters this blog post will surely interest you xxx

A Healthy Glow is what I miss more from summer time :) I see it in myself the natural glow is gone I also notice it in my kiddies.  Sunshine gives us the natural balance of Vitamin D which makes our skin look healthy and glowing :) 

When the winter comes in we crave for that natural glow and now we can get it from beat the blues :) :) 

MeMeMe Cosmetics Beat the Blues in Oyster Gold is the answer to all our prayer :) 

I have tried many highlighter and have my favourites but most of my highlighters are in powder form.  I have to admit I have tried highend liquid highlighters than cost an arm and a leg and yes they are good but I cant bring myself to spend the money to buy them.  Well this little beauty has said to be a dupe of a certain highend brand and to be honest after trying it I can safely say there is no difference :) 

MeMeMe Cosmetics state:  Skin Illuminator & Complexion Highlighter. These are our best-selling hero products are ideal for creating a youthful dewy finish. Whether it’s a golden glow or pearly pink sheen you desire, simply dot along brow and cheek bones to highlight and accentuate or mix with foundation for an all over shimmer. 

I have to point out yet again the packaging on this little beauty.  This highlight comes in a glass bottle that looks like a nail polish.  There is 12mls of product in there which is more than enough to do you for at lease 6 - 12 months depending on how often you use it and guess how much it is ??  £5.50/€6.99

The highlight even comes with a brush thats exactly like a nail polish :) 

This is always handy when you are travelling when you dont want to bring brushes with you :) 

To be honest you would get away with not using any brushes with this product.  I like to place a pea sized amount on the back of my hand a dip my finger into it then dab in the areas I want to apply for example on my brow bone or on my cheek bones, anywhere I want to highlight.  Its as easy as that.  When applying on a client or anyone else I like to use my Blank Canvas Cosmetics F29 brush it leaves a beautiful flawless finish :) Another way I use this is to mix a tiny amount into my foundation which leave me with an all over illuminated and natural looking finish 

I absolutely love how subtle this highlight it.  Its gives this beautiful light golden shade but has a slight pinkish finish to it.  I also love how you can not over do highlighting with this.  There is alot of liquid highlighters out there that are very pigmented and 9 times out of 10 you find you cant help but over do it with them.  Whereas this highlight is build-able and you have more control over it.  
This highlight is perfect for anyone who suffers with acne scarring, enlarged pores, fines lines etc who doesn't want highlighter to highlight those problem areas.  It may seem shimmery but believe me it doesnt it in slightest look shimmer on your face.  The shimmers are that fine they only give you the perfect dewy finish we crave for.  Best of all because its liquid it does not settle into fine lines etc.  
I adore this so much I want to buy the other highlight in Pearl Pink :) 
Here is a picture of one of my clients wearing Oyster gold on her cheeks Doesnt it give her such a beautiful natural looking glow :) 

Beautiful isnt she :) 
I highly highly recommend this to you all :) I adore this product and think its one item everyone should have in their collection :)  especially in these dreary dark winter months :)   Have you tried this yet.  
 Check out their website MeMeMe Cosmetics or if you are from Ireland Check out their list of stockists :) 

Until next time 
Lots of Love Luck and Laughter 

I love love love hearing from you all :) I make it my duty to read each and every one of you comments and every time i get a comment from you it highlights my day thanks so so much to you all xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

MeMeMe Arch Angel Review

Hellllloooooo Beauties :) 

I hope you are all well :) 

Todays review is on the MeMeMe Arch Angel :)  This is on one of those products that I started using and kept using every single day and suddenly realised "I havent reviewed this"  :)  Spoiler alert I absolutely ADORE this product :) :) 

Brows have always been a nightmare for me.  i was one of those teens who was never thought how to look after my brows and over plucked, shaved etc my brows.  One of those mistakes I will always regret as they have never been the same since.  My brows are a total embarrassment to me and still to this day I am struggling to get both brows looking as normal and as full as possible.  Up until 3 years ago I never really filled in my brows as I didnt know how but since then I have been playing away with pencils, powders and clear brow gels to give my brows some sort of a shape.  I have actually been more confident with the way I have been drawing in my brows and to be honest alot more confident in myself since having brows as brows are the thing and one of the most important features on your face.  Brows are huge in the beauty industry :)  They put a shape to our faces :) :) They put expression on our faces.   Different shapes of brows put different expressions on our faces even before we apply makeup.  I personally am obessed with brows.  I can walk out of the house into the public with no makeup on but on thing I will not do is walk out the door with my brows not filled in :) :)   As mentioned about I have tried eyebrow pencils, eye brow powders, clear brow gels etc but never tried tinted brow gels before.  That was until I tried MeMeMe Arch Angel :) :) 

Can I just begin with the packaging.... Normally Packaging does not matter to me once the prodict itself is good but I couldnt help but fall in love with the packaging.  The packaging looks expensive to be honest I think If you were looking at the packaging of this brand you would be thinking that this is going to cost the same as some High end products out there but let me tell you looks can be deceiving :) 
For only €10 I would not call this high end would you?  

So what we are actually getting is whats more important and I am going to show you now.
We are actually getting two products in one :) :) 

You are getting on one side a tinted brow gel with a teeny tiny brush :)  This is supposed to not only darken and define your brows but set them into place ready for the day ahead.  The gel is to set those flare aways we all hate and make your brows tidy and neat.  Just look at this brush :) 

The gel comes in a dark brown shade which is what we mostly go for to make our brows noticable.  The brush itself makes life so so easy for us girlies let me tell you.  I did of this and comb through the brows bang you instantly have that defined look.  The brush grabs onto every single hair you have on your brows so even if you havent many hairs and alot of light hairs this brush will find them.  For those of you who do not like very dark brows simply brush the gel on very lightly and you will never over do it.  If you are one who likes dark dark brows simply build the gel up :) 

I myself like to use a brow pencil to shape my brows as I am not luck enough to have full brows then I finish off with this gel for extra coverage and tidiness and I instantly have full looking brows :) LOVE IT !!!!!

Let me show you how well this works :) 
Here is a before of my brows (eekkkkk) 

 And here is an after :) 

Here is another before and after :) 

So now for the other side which is the highlight side :)  This was designed to give your brows that extra boost :) 

The highlight comes with a doe foot applicator which fits perfectly under the brow and boy oh boy this highlight is bright.  Literally one pea sized amount with do both brows :)  This helps give your brows that extra shape and also make them stand out more without look obvious.  I love this highlight so much I even use this on my cheek bones and on the top of my lip :) I love it :) 

Over all I think this product is absolutely brilliant I literally us this every single day without fail even on my no makeup days.  I have also used this on some clients and they too are amazed with it.  This is certainly going to be repurchased by me over and over :)  
Have you tried Arch Angel yet.  I cant wait to try more from this brand :)  Check out their website MeMeMe Cosmetics or if you are from Ireland Check out their list of stockists :) 

Until next time 
Lots of Love Luck and Laughter 

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