L'Oreal Elvive Extraordinary Oil

I'm a big lover of hair oils or anything else that promises to treat and nourish my hair. After trying to dye my hair blonde last Summer, my locks are still recovering from all the damage. For the last couple of months I've been loving the Avon Argan Oil but I think I've found something even better!

 

After doing the Flora Mini Marathon in June, I received this free sample in my goody bag. I've only just around to using it and I am in love!

 

I only had the sample size so I wanted to get the best results from it, so that I could decide whether to by the full size or not!

 

I used a few drops of the oil and put it in my hair about 3 hours before washing my hair. Then after I washed my hair, I added two small drops to the ends of my hair, like it says on the instrctions.

After blow-drying my hair, I noticed a drastic difference in the texture of my hair. It was a lot softer and a lot less frizzier, especially at the ends!

Also, as my hair has gotten quite long, it can be extremely difficuly to brush, but this made it a hundred times easier!!

 

I am so impressed with this product, I didn't think it could get any better than the Avon Oil I had been using! The full size is just over €10 so I am definetley going to buy it!!

 

L'Oreal Paris Elvive Extraordinary Oil For All Hair Types, €10.61

 

Beauty bargain - Benefit High Beam

You know when you have those days when you're just browsing around the shop,you spot something that's incredibly cheap, looks promising and you just HAVE to get it? Well that's what happened to me with this product!

I was walking around Dealz last week looking for party decorations and this Chit Chat highlighter caught my eye. Mainly just because of its almost identical packaging to that of Benefits High Beam. I had no idea what to expect from it and I obviously couldn't test it in the shop but because of the admirable price tag of €1.49 (just like everything else in that shop) I couldn't not buy it, could I?

 

I used to own High Beam, but it was only the mini size that I got in Glamour magazine a loooong time ago and I used it all! I did really like it though and it was mainly the price tag that put me off purchasing the full size!

 

I would say that the consistency of the Chit Chat highlighter is a little thicker and gloppier than the Benefit, which means you need less of this product as you do of high beam. The packaging is almost identical, with just the writing being different.

 

It does give a really nice glow on the face, just like the Benefit dupe, so alike that you wouldn't be able to tell the difference in my opinion. I like using it on my cheek bones and a small bit down my nose and it looks really nice. I also mixed a small bit in with my foundation and I loved the look it gave!

All in all, I think I'll continue using this as I don't find much of a difference in these two products, except for the staggering price tag! If you're thinking about getting the Benefit one, I'd totally recommend that you try this one first. It's just as good!

Benefit High Beam €25.85
Chit Chat Highlighter €1.49, available in Dealz outlets across Ireland

 

Possibly the best fuschia lipstick ever?!

I absolutely adore lipstick, but I'm only recently starting to get into it. I've been starting to kind of play around with some colours and there is one lipstick in particular that I am in love with!

 

 

 

 

This lipstick is literally the most perfect fuchsia pink I have ever seen. I love the colour, I love the formula, I love the packaging, and most of all I LOVE the price! It only costs about €7/8 in Ireland! It kind of reminds me of Mac's Candy Yum Yum, except way more affordable!

 

 

 

As for the smell of the lipstick, it pretty much smells like all Rimmel lipsticks do. Yeno, that kind of cherry yet fake, plastic kind of smell? I personally don't mind the smell because in case you haven't already noticed, I adore this lipstick. It's not a matte lipstick, and it is super creamy!

 

I think it's perfect for Summer and I know I'm going to be wearing it non-stop, especially when going out at night!

 

 

 

The Rimmel Kate collection is available in most Boots, Superdrug or anywhere that usually stocks Rimmel products! You can also buy it online here.

 

Let me know what you think of this lipstick, or if you recommend any other colours!

 

All Round Concealer by Catrice Cosmetics

Hello again :) A few weeks ago I was browsing around Primark and I discovered this Catrice concealer palette! I was in the market for a new one since my Rimmer Wake Me up had ran out, so I decided to give this a shot! And it was only about €4 give or take a few cents, so I couldn't go wrong! 

     

                                 

So as you can see it comes with 5 different shades:

Green - neutralises redness.

Pink - conceals dark circles.

And then it also comes with three different shades of beige, that you can use on their own or mix together to get the perfect colour for you! 

                                 

I don't suffer from very bad dark under eye circles, so I can't really tell you if the pink works. However the green does counteract redness like it says, as I do notice if I use it around my nose area, and then apply my foundation, it is does help with the redness! 

As for the beige colours, I LOVE them! I like to use the lightest shade for under the eyes, and then I alternate between the other two for spot and blemish concealing. The consistency is super creamy and blendable, and it still gives amazing coverage. 

I thought I'd show you just how well it covers, since I'm breaking out really badly lately! (Dam you leaving cert and stress!!) 

                      

As you can see it covers really well, yet it doesn't look cakey.. Yay! 

As for its lasting power, it's okayish.. I have had to reapply after about 5-6 hours, but its not something that doesnt really bother me too much. 

I think I'd definitely re-purchase this concealer when I run out. It's so cheap and affordable and one of the best I've tried. I'd recommend for everyone to try it before trying higher end concealers. I guarantee you'll love it, and if you don't, at least you won't have broke the bank buying it!! 

I hope you enjoyed this post, let me know if you tried this and what you think of it! 

Talk soon, 

Stacey xo