Face of the day: 21st June

Hi everyone! Thought I'd do a FOTD today, seeing as I dug out and finally charged my camera! My hair looks really greasy but it's wet as I'd just washed it, promise! This is pretty much my every day make up. I'm no make up artist, so I do apologise if things are going on in the wrong order etc, just how I like to do it!

// Bobbi Brown corrector in 'Porcelain Peach' //

A recent purchase - so far I'm loving it! I get the darkest circles under my eyes and sometimes concealer just doesn't do the job. I apply this with a Space NK concealer brush. 

// Bourjois 'healthy mix' foundation in shade 'Light Vanilla' (51) //

Another recent purchase which I'm also enjoying. I don't personally need a really high coverage foundation, so this is perfect, and what I have been searching for for months - almost in between a BB cream and a heavy foundation. I apply this all over my face with a Real Techniques 'expert face brush'. I really recommend this brush - although it seems like a lot of money, it's well spent, as it can be used for pretty much anything on your face and leaves a very even coverage. 

// Urban Decay Naked Palette // 

As you can see, this palette is well loved. For my every day look, I tend to apply 'Virgin' to my tear ducts and brow bone. I then apply 'Naked' roughly over the whole lid, and put 'Sin' on top of that. I then add a tiny bit of 'Sidecar' to the corners/crease. I apply with the brush that comes with the palette, then blend with a No. 7 Blending/Contour brush. The Naked Palette is definitely one of the most versatile palettes out there, and is really useful! 

// Collection 'Extreme' felt tip liner in black // 

I don't get on very well with liquid eyeliners - I'm not sure if it's me or the fact that my eyelids don't cooperate! I find felt tip liners, however, really easy to apply because you have a lot more control. I used to buy a Maybelline one, and have tried several other brands such as No. 7, but they all dry out really really fast, and when you add it all up, I was wasting a lot of money! 'Collection' is pretty much the cheapest you can get, but I've found it actually lasts the longest - I'm very impressed! I usually apply a thin line to my lash line and do a small flick, sometimes I just leave it though. 

// Maybelline 'the Collossal Volum' Express' Mascara // 

I usually use 'the falses' but since that ran out last week, I'm trying to use this up before I go and buy another! I have naturally quite long lashes so all mascara seems to work kind of the same, which is lucky! 

// Rimmel 'Wake Me Up' Concealer in 'Ivory' // 

Everyone raves about the Collection 'Lasting Perfection' concealer, but I'm so pale that even the lightest shade comes out super orange on me! I think this is the next best thing - I apply this under my eyes and to any blemishes, using my Real Techniques expert face brush. 

// Mac Pro Long wear blush in 'Stay Pretty' // 

I don't think this blush is anything special to be honest, but I spent a reasonable amount of money on it, so force myself to use it! It is pretty though. I apply a small amount to the apples of my cheeks using a Space NK Blush Brush. 

// Revlon Lip Butter in 'Berry Smoothie'//

I mentioned this product in a previous blog post, and I really really like it. It doesn't last that long but it's so much less effort that lipstick. It also feels nice on your lips, I find that lipsticks really dry my lips out, and I spend forever checking and reapplying. Definitely a good find! 

Do you use any of these products? Have you got any recommendations? I'd love to try some new things!

Love, India x

Rainy day: Mini beauty/haircare haul

Aussie - Luscious Long Shampoo & Conditioner // Herbal Essences - Dazzling Shine Shampoo & Conditioner // Simple - Soothing Facial Toner & Purifying Cleansing Lotion // Toni & Guy - Sea Salt Texturising Spray // John Freida - Full repair deep conditioner // Bourjois - Healthy Mix Foundation in Light vanilla // Revlon Lip Butter in Berry Smoothie // 

 This morning was a very drizzly and dull morning, and having spent weeks indoors with text books, I couldn't resist a little retail therapy. I really shouldn't have, my funds are lacking somewhat at the moment due to holiday bookings (!!) and I am actually going shopping in London next week, but hey ho. 

 The first couple of things are a bit boring - with shampoo and conditioner, I usually just go for the cheapest I can find. Recently, my hair's been looking a bit sorry for itself, so I thought I'd buy some things that would do it a bit of good. I couldn't decide between Aussie and Herbal Essences, but as it was 'buy one, get one free', I decided to go for both! I also got a deep conditioner from John Freida, because I wanted one that will last, not just a silly packet one, which gets finished in one wash! I also got some sea salt spray (from Toni&Guy) for styling purposes. It was relatively cheap (only about £3 I think) so, why not! 

I then moved on to foundation. At the moment, I'm using Rimmel's 'Wake me up!' foundation, which I've got to say, really is good. However, it's a shade too dark for me, and it quite high coverage. For going out in the evening, it's perfect, but for every day use, it's not really for me. I read a review of the Bourjois 'Healthy Mix' foundation the other day, and from what I gathered it's a lot more sheer, so thought I'd give it a whirl. I'll let you know how I get on with it. 

 And finally, I got a Revlon lip butter. I REALLY hate the packaging, I'm not sure why, I think it kind of reminds me of old women?! I'm not really a lipstick kind of girl, I find them a pain to put on, and a pain to keep checking all is still in tact, and re-applying. The consistency of the lip butter is a lot more like a balm, and it's not too highly pigmented, so is pretty perfect for me. It was quite pricey, at £8, but after wearing it today, I think it's worth it. It's got to be said, it doesn't last for hours on end, but sometimes, that's what you want. I got it in the shade 'Berry Smoothie', which I am beginning to regret - it's a shade which is not all that different from my natural lip colour! Overall, a really nice product, so I think I may go back and buy another in the near future! 

Have any of you tried any of these products? I'd be interested to see what you think! 

 Love, India x

Review: Barry M Gelly Nail Polish

A very quick post today, as I'm in the middle of exams and need to crack on with the revision! A couple of months back, I purchased the 'Dragonfruit' Gelly polish by Barry M and fell in love, not only with the colour but the consistency of the polish itself. 

The other day I was browsing on ASOS and saw they sold the Gelly polishes! With ASOS doing free delivery, I quickly snapped up 'Blueberry' too as a little treat. 

The Gelly polishes, as you can probably guess, are more gel like than a usual nail polish, which means you don't have to bother with a top coat - they're super glossy! They feel like they're more sturdy (if a nail polish can be sturdy) so last for ages and don't really chip! I am in LOVE. 

Gelly Hi-Shine nail paint by Barry M, in 'Blueberry' 

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Lots of love, 

India x 

Going out make up

SORRY I FORGOT TO DO AN OUTFIT POST! Next time, promise!

Anyway, I did take a picture of my face (as usual ha ha). 

A few months ago, I bought the Rimmel 'Wake me up' concealer and I've been wanting to try the foundation for ages. So, the other day, I decided to treat myself and buy it. 

At £9.99 (Superdrug), it's not the most pricey foundation and I'm really liking it! Definitely recommend,  it's not too heavy which I like, and has a slight shimmer in it, so really does 'wake you up'. 

On my eyes, I used my Urban Decay Naked palette, Mac Fluid Gel Liner and my Maybelline 'The Falsies' mascara. 

I also recently received a MAC voucher, so spent that on a blush which I'm really liking too. 

Review: Topshop 'Leigh' Jeans

I thought I'd do a little review of my favourite jeans in the world. I've always loved Topshop jeans, but I find jeans a bit awkward because they're always so tight and uncomfortable, so I used to live in leggings. In about September last year, I came across the 'leigh' range in Topshop and I now own roughly 4 pairs. Not only do they come in what seems like a billion colours, they are the comfiest things in the world. They're stretchy, so they're easy to feel good in, yet they still look like jeans. Personally I'm a bit of a boy, so I literally live in them. They're priced at £38, which I do think is quite a lot considering they're not actually denim (I don't think anyway). If you're a student like me, you can get 10% off, which makes them £34.20 which seems a little more affordable.
With the amount I wear them, I definitely think the price is worth it, so go get 'em!
Lots of love, India x