Review / Liz Earle Signature Lip Colour in 13 Melon

Liz Earle Colour Collection launched back in May and they have now released the latest items to complete the make up range.

Not long ago, I reviewed the Sheer Lip Gloss but let me tell you, there's even more exciting stuff!

New additions include Signature Foundation, Perfect Finish Powder Foundation, Natural Finish Pressed Powder, Signature Eye Colour, Brow Pencil, Lip Pencil and Signature Lip Colour.

The accessories line has been extended too, including more brushes, pencil sharpener and tweezers.

As always, the range contains a blend of carefully selected botanic extracts which work in harmony with the skin and with added benefits. 

On top of that, the shades are perfect for an every day, simple look which is flattering and there's a solution for every skintone. I've already seen some pretty eyeshadow colours, perfect for autumn.

I was mostly excited to see a lipstick in the range. Liz Earle Signature Lip Colour is a sheer, yet creamy and comfortable formula. It's lightweight on the lips and, although you get a veil of colour with one swipe, it can easily be built to a more intense colour.

Enriched with vitamin E, avocado oil and shea butter - you can also be sure that your lips are being taken care of and it's super moisturizing (good news for the coming winter months, for sure!)

Melon* is a peachy coral which is an all around shade; I can see it working very well with a mossy green eye, this autumn... and of course, it's gonna be ideal in spring, too.

The colour is truly gorgeous and love the shiny, sheer finish!

The packaging is in keeping with the brand range, with the blue bullet and I love the monogram engraved on the lipstick itself! :)

I also received Beauty Insider, Liz Earle Beauty Bulletin, which has fantastic skincare tips and make up looks; inside, I also found a sample of the new foundation that I'm so eager to try!

Have you tried anything from Liz Earle make up range, yet? :)

Delivery / Nike

Yes, you guessed it... more gym stuff!

As mentioned in my previous post, I'm very happy with my Reebok pants but - since I go to the gym between 4/6 times per week - I needed some extra tops.

Nike has some great deals in their clearance section on the website; if you're not too bothered by the latest collection and just want some good quality clothes for the gym, I'd recommend to check it out.

 I popped in store in Glasgow, as well, but they didn't have as many items on sale as online.

Demi Crop Women's Training Top

Love the colour-block on this top! It's not too short and it reaches my hips, actually and - even if it's a loose fit - the pleating in the front keeps it in place, during movements.

I think it's pretty cool and funky and perfect to wear with a sport bra for a Zumba class.

Shape Swoosh Women's Sports Bra

I got this in pink to wear with the top above - perfect combo!

It's comfortable and gives good support, but I think I'll get one with adjustable straps, next time.

Pinwheel Wome's Running Shirt

To be fair, I got this shirt because was the one on sale. ;)

Still, it's a nice shirt: the material is very soft on the skin and it has the dry-fit technology.

What's your favourite gymwear??
xxx

NARS Ramatuelle

Finally caved in!

I've been wanting NARS Ramatuelle palette since it came out few months ago but managed to resist... until now.

Then - couple of weeks ago - Asos was having a 25% off as a back to school promotion... so you can see how this was the perfect occasion to get my hands on it... also considering that this palette is a limited edition!

Packaging is the typical NARS rubber black case with a big mirror inside; I don't have any eyeshadow trio but I got a couple of NARS blushes and they are the same size (which just made me realised how much product you get in the blushes!)

The first colour in the trio is a shimmery silver; I don't have any silver eyeshadow in my collection so this is a welcome addition!

The second is also a shimmer colour: it's a pale peach but could look more champagne on some skintones, too.

The third eyeshadow is a matte peach instead; this is much deeper and warmer than the shimmer colour - definitely a burnt orange.

I just wish the single shadows have names...

The quality of the eyeshadows is high: smooth to the touch, easy to blend and colour pay-off is pretty good. 

The first time I tried the palette, I applied them without primer and I did experience some creasing but I got to say I did quite a intense look, packing a lot of product on the eyes... so my bad for not using the primer!

You can get quite few different looks and I can't wait to have a play about...

I'm a happy bunny! :)

Do you have any NARS eyeshadow?

Which one is your favourite? 

x

Soul Mate 3-day Detox Diet

Ok - first things first... anybody else hate the new blogger dashboard??! I really dislike it and manage to keep the old one until yesterday... now it's over... oh well, suppose it's a matter of getting used to. :(
Anyway, onto today's post:

I'm a sucker for this ready-made diet plans... I did Diet Chef few times (review here) and I was pleased with the results.

I think I know a lot about healthy eating but I like to mix things up.

 It's not only a case of loosing weight but more maintaining because having a plan to stick to - when I get bored - keeps me away from junk food.... especially, if you pay for it! ;)

I always wanted to try a detoxing plan where you only have juices - and I can do smoothies myself like for an occasional afternoon snack - but I don't have the knowledge to make them nutritiously 'correct' as your ONLY food intake.

So, I was glad to see a Groupon offer and decided to give this plan a trial.

You get delivered 6 juices x day and you need to drink them in the order that they are labeled, one every 2 hours. It's, also, recommended to try 6 glasses of water per day (something that I do anyway).

I started Day 1 with a warm glass of water with some lemon juice (like every morning) and then had Juice 1 at 11am.

My most favourite juice is no. 2 - pineapple, banana and coconut... simply perfection!

My least favourite is no. 1 - because I hate ginger!!!

I found it quite easy to stick with it because since you have a drink every 2 hours, which is quite close and by the time you finish one, it's nearly time for the next one.

I felt a bit hungry on Day 2, around 4:30 before Juice 4 but I had 2 glasses of water and that kept my hunger at bay.

How did it fair? Well, I lost 6 pounds so I was pleased but I have no illusion that the weighloss was actual fat; still, it's great to get rid of bloating and just give your liver a break, really.
I would recommend if you need a flat stomach quickly, maybe before a special occasion.
Would I do it again? Yes, absolutely. Unfortunately, it's pretty expensive - even with the groupon voucher which was £60.
There's also a 5-day plan but I don't think I could cope with it... I really kinda of need solid food after 3 days :)

Have you tried anything similar yourself? Did you enjoy it?
xxx

FOTD & OOTD - Christening

Face: Ysl Touche Eclat Foundation in BR40, Giorgio Armani Master Corrector in pink, Estee Lauder Double Wear Concealer in 07 Warm light, NYX Cream Blush in Glow, Givenchy Sari Glow blush in 43 Maharani Pink, bareMinerals Original SPF15 Foundation in N20 medium beige;

Eyes: Lancome Hypnose Star mascara, Chanel Ombres Perlees de Chanel (pink and purple shades);

 Lips: Revlon ColorBurst Lip Butter in Sweet Tart.

 Some friends baptised their baby boy, few weeks ago, so we went to the church and to the party afterwards; I forgot how pretty that dress is - it's from Topshop 2009 and I haven't worn it enough. It's a one shoulder and I teamed it up with this h&m cropped cardi... also from ages ago.
Accessories:
 Bangle - Claire's,
Rings - Topshop,
Shoes - Office, 
Bag - Mango, 
Earrings - Swarovski.

I do love an hot fuchsia outfit! :)