BEAUTY: ZOEVA WISH LIST

Picture from Zoeva's blog

At this point, I'm sure many of you have heard of Zoeva. For anyone who hasn't, they're a German brand found by Zoe Boikou in 2008 and as well as selling make-up products, they also support amazing causes such as helping women who have lost their hair due to chemotherapy or fighting domestic violence. They first caught my eye with their beautiful rose gold toned make-up brushes and I have been lusting over their items ever since. 

Summer fast approaching means I can start working again, which means I'll have money to buy things like rose gold make-up brushes (just kidding, I need to get out of my overdraft first...).

For anyone who hasn't heard of Zoeva yet, and for those who are just as in love with their products as I am, I created a wish list of some of their products. 
Enjoy!

Luxe Cream Lipstick, One Wish

Buy here. 

Rose Golden Luxury Set Vol. 2, Power Nude x Rose Gold

Buy it here. 

 Lip Crayon, Second Chance
Buy it here. 

 Graphic Eyes +, Black to Earth
Buy it here. 

Pure Glam Pigment, Crystal Orchid

Buy it here. 

Aren't they all so beautiful? 
Let me know in the comments if you've tried any of these products or any of Zoeva's other products. I'd also love to read some reviews if you've written any!

I am not being sponsored to write about any of these items.

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BEAUTY: 5 UNDER 5

As we approach April, I can almost feel the sky getting brighter and the days getting longer. One of my favourite things about this time of the year is how versatile the weather can be; one day you're walking around in shorts and the next you can't leave the house without an umbrella. 

For me, April is the time I start transitioning from winter make-up to lighter and brighter spring make-up. It's perfect because you can just about get away with anything: Lighter shades, deep darks, pretty pastels... However, as a uni student on a very, very tight budget (one I don't always stick to) I like to look for quality products at an affordable price, which is why I wanted to share these items with you. As it says in the title, every item listed is under £5; a relatively low price for make-up.

1. Kiko Smart Lip-Pencil, Coral, £1.90

Kiko is a brand I've recently been introduced to and I could not love it more. I'm still trying to understand how they manage to have such high quality products for prices as low as- as you can see- £1.90. This lip-pencil is an obsession of mine and because it's so easy to apply, I love to wear it when I'm in a rush. It gives your lips such a beautiful and matte finish that you're bound to get complimented on them. I have it in the shade Coral but I will definitely be adding to my collection as soon as I go to Kiko again. 

Buy it here.

2. Sleek Eau La La Eyeliner, Venom, £4.99

I know, I know, another lip-liner. What can I say? I have been obsessed with Kylie Jenner since I was 15 (and she was 14-- yikes, so weird) and she has always been one of my style icons. So, of course I try to find a dupe for every make-up item she owns. When I saw this lip-liner I almost cried of happiness because I'd been searching so long to find a red that suited me. It sleeks (no pun intended) onto lips so nicely and I find that it's one of the most long-lasting lip-liners I've tried, so, it's a win-win situation.

Buy it here. 

3. Barry M Nail Paint, Matt White, £2.99

White nail polish is such an essential, but one that's as pigmented and thick as this one can make your whole outfit. I'm a huge fan of Barry M nail polishes and I almost never buy anything else. This white is perfect for any season, but I love to wear it during Spring to brighten up my outfits a little bit more.

Buy it here.

4. Rimmel Stay Matte Pressed Powder, Transparent, £3.99
Although this may be an all-year-round problem for many of us, others find that they only start getting oily & shiny once the weather hits 15C. I know how much of a life ruiner it can be to get home and realise you've been shinier than the sun for the whole day and I can whole heartedly suggest this powder. I think everyone pretty much loves it anyway, but I couldn't not talk about it, especially considering it's £3.99-- so much cheaper than any other pressed powder I've tried.
Buy it here.

5. COLAB Dry Shampoo, New York, £1.99
I know this isn't a make-up item but I couldn't leave it out. This dry shampoo has the best smell ever and it's so effective too. It doesn't leave your hair looking white and powdery and it's so small that you can carry it anywhere.
Buy it here.

I hope you guys enjoyed my recommendations and don't forget to let me know if you have any other holy grail items that are under £5.
xo

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MY FIRST POST: 8 TRAVEL ESSENTIALS

Okay, so, here it is.

My first blog post.

I've been playing around on Blogger for weeks and weeks, trying to figure it out, trying to come up with a name that hadn't been taken yet, trying to write my first post. I decided a "what's in my handbag" would be the best post to start off with; it gives people a peek into your world, not to mention I love reading these posts. Because I'm going to Turkey soon for an exciting/nerve-wrecking/life-changing trip, I wanted to show you what I'll be packing into my carry-on bag.

Without further ado, here it is!

1. My make-up bag.

(Superdrug, Zoella Just Say Yes Beauty Bag, £8.00)

I usually like to board a plane with minimal make-up and apply it before landing. The few things I could never leave out of my make-up bag are moisturiser, concealer, eyeliner, lip balm and mascara. I feel like no matter how jet-lagged you look, these items are bound to save you. 

2. Laptop

(MacBook Air, 11") 

If you're lucky enough to have in-flight entertainment, then this one might not appeal to you as much. I, personally, will be taking my laptop with me because I definitely am not the kind of person who can sleep on planes. Instead of wasting time trying to sleep, I like to either get some work done or watch a movie (hmm... which one's more productive?). 

3. Headphones

(Sony, ZX310 On-Ear Headphones, £14.99)

These headphones are so good! Because they aren't the kind you put into your ears, they don't end up getting uncomfortable-- which, when travelling, is crucial. 

4. Phone

(Phone case from H&M, £5.99)

5. Charger

Although you probably won't be able to charge your phone while traveling (unless you're in First Class), I always find it useful to have my charger on me for the airport. They tend to have power points in a lot of places and having 100% battery on my phone before I board a plane always comforts me.

6. Book

(Treasure Yourself, Miranda Kerr) 

In case your laptop and phone simultaneously run out of battery. Or you just like reading (like I do).

7. Gum & Sweets

I cannot emphasise the importance of gum on plane. My. Ears. Always. Pop. Although it doesn't stop them from popping, it does tend to help reduce the pain. Similarly, hard-boiled sweets seem to have the same effect.

8. Perfume

(Incredible Things, Taylor Swift, £24.99)

Of course I can't go anywhere without perfume and this mini bottle is so useful, not to mention pretty. 

And that's all! Let's hope this list helps me remember to pack everything and don't forget to leave a comment if you think I missed anything out!

Until next time,

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