I absolutely love doing monthly favourites blog posts and I haven't done one since last July which is almost a year ago (where has time gone?). The way I usually do these is that I make a list of what products I've been using and liking and just add to it every time I find a new favourite so that I can write about it here. However, since I haven't done one of these in a long time, my list is long and when I say long, I mean LONG. I've decided to do it a bit different time since a few of my favourites are things I've talked about before. So I will link previous blog posts throughout and update you on anything new I've found out about the product since I last raved about it. Let's get started then!
This was actually given to me by my auntie because it was too dark for her skin and I actually LOVE it. It's quite a thick consistency compared to what I usually wear so I usually mix it with another cheaper foundation in order to get the best coverage that suits my skin tone. I think if you're after a full face of makeup that looks good in pictures and lasts a good few hours then this is probably perfect for you. I wouldn't recommend wearing it every single day especially if you have sensitive skin like mine.
In general, I try to limit the amount of makeup and length of time I wear it just to keep my skin as fresh and 'spot-free' as possible. Overall, I think its a really good product and even though it's a bit more expensive than most foundations, the MAC website says it's £25.50, its definitely worth it.
In general, I try to limit the amount of makeup and length of time I wear it just to keep my skin as fresh and 'spot-free' as possible. Overall, I think its a really good product and even though it's a bit more expensive than most foundations, the MAC website says it's £25.50, its definitely worth it.
I've used this foundation before and I didn't like it and I actually remember why. It didn't give me the full coverage I wanted years ago because its quite light. However, now that's exactly what I want and its actually the reason I love it. My skin is generally good, I don't really get a lot of spots or anything but I do have an uneven skin tone, which this foundation fixes. It's a really creamy consistency that goes on pretty well and doesn't need that much buffing to be worked onto your skin.
I would definitely recommend a mousse foundation if you go to school for example, or if you just want something that's quite natural. It's perfect for summer as well because of how light it is, it doesn't look like you've caked a load of makeup on but gives you a nice, fresh look.
This product was actually just in my bathroom home and I decided to try it and I actually like really like it. It's a primer that essentially takes away all of your pores and I know that sounds exaggerated but honestly, its incredible. You only need like the tiniest little bit, we're talking pea-sized here, and you smooth it over your face the same way you would a moisturiser or something and it changes the way your skin feels and looks. It creates this sort of wonderful matte base before you've actually put any makeup on and I think its great. If my skin tone was even in any way, I would literally wear this instead of foundation because its perfect and cheap too. I didn't buy it like I said but its a Garnier product so I'm guessing its incredibly affordable and absolutely worth it.
I've never bought something like this before, usually because its quite rare that I wear makeup all day long. I'm usually only doing something for a few hours and so it doesn't really matter if my makeup wears off. But recently, I've been wanting to keep my makeup looking a bit better for longer and I just saw this in Boots a few months ago and picked it up on a whim. It's a setting spray that you spray over your face after you've put your makeup on.The first time I sprayed it on, I didn't like it because each droplet dried like a powder onto my face but it turns out, I didn't shake the bottle properly like it says. So remember to do that if you are going to buy it, also make sure your foundation is dry especially if its a liquid because that doesn't work properly either. Its a good product for general makeup use and if you want it to last a little bit longer than usual, I wouldn't say 24 hours like its advertised but for the cost, its pretty good.
I have really dry hair and so I've always had to use oil or spray to keep it moisturised. I very rarely do it though just because I forget but I bought a few oils to try from Boots. My favourite so far is probably this one because it doesn't make my hair feel greasy like other ones I've used. I can't describe it properly but it just makes my hair feel good. I just need to get into a routine where I put it in my hair every single day instead of just whenever I wash it. It really makes a difference to the quality of my hair and not only that, but it tightens my curls a lot and doesn't make my hair as frizzy as it usually is. Any product that does that is perfect in my eyes and I would recommend it.
I was honestly considering putting this into a blog post of its own simply because of how INCREDIBLE it is. I bought it for my mum for Christmas after it came out last November because of how much I thought she would enjoy it. I only copied it onto my phone because I was going back to uni and I wanted something to listen to on the train back. I never listen to albums all the way through because I prefer singles but I made an exception for Adele and I am so glad I did because every single song is so perfect.
Every word she sings you can hear exactly what she thinks and relate to it yourself. My favourite song is called Send Your Love (To Your New Lover) ands its the first song that I listened to because I had already heard Hello and I was obsessed. This was months ago and it is still the first song I always play because its perfect. Its upbeat and a bit sassy on Adele's part but wonderful all the same. I knew that I would like the album but I didn't know how much I would LOVE it and I know you will too.
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Every word she sings you can hear exactly what she thinks and relate to it yourself. My favourite song is called Send Your Love (To Your New Lover) ands its the first song that I listened to because I had already heard Hello and I was obsessed. This was months ago and it is still the first song I always play because its perfect. Its upbeat and a bit sassy on Adele's part but wonderful all the same. I knew that I would like the album but I didn't know how much I would LOVE it and I know you will too.
I'm not going to say much more about this programme because as you probably know, it is my absolute favourite and I have written about it before, with the first time being in my November Favourites 2013 which was ages ago. I'm not going to spoil anything about this season but let me just say, the writers have nailed it and have developed the characters in the most perfect way. Unfortunately I didn't have a TV in my room at uni so it was kind of a great treat coming home to find out my mum had recorded all of the episodes over the last few months. It meant that I could binge watch the entire season as soon as I got home and I LOVED it.
This is a magazine written by women for women. It's funny and witty and more importantly HONEST. They talk about the news and lifestyle issues as well as loads of other cool things. I found it because I follow Sarah Millican (a female British comedian) on Twitter and I think she and other female comedians and writers actually started it. You can really tell that the writers care about the magazine and their audience because of how honest they are about their real life experiences, good and bad. I've never read anything like this; its so different and rare because it focuses on the amazing things women can do and builds them up rather than tearing them like a lot of other magazines do. So if you want to feel empowered and strong and PROUD to be a woman, I would definitely recommend this.
I've actually included this podcast in my July Favourites 2015 and I have to say, I still LOVE it. If you don't know, Tyler Oakley is a YouTuber who makes videos primarily on LGBT+ issues and I have been watching him for years. He started a podcast with his best friend, Korey Kuhl I think about 2 years and its so funny. They talk about their lives and pop culture in a really relaxed way that makes you feel like you're just part of the conversation. Another great thing is that they upload every week and each episode stands alone so you don't have to listen in order; you can just dip in and listen to whichever one whenever.
And that's it for this post! I just did a quick look back at how long it is and I'm sorry but I guess I just had so much to say since I haven't done one of these in a long time. Anyway, thanks for reading!
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