November 16, 2015 - crazyandfashionable 1 Comment

BURBERRY VELVET FOUNDATION REVIEW

Hello lovelies! I normally plan my posts for the week but this one was not planned at all. I was really excited about this product and I just had to share my thoughts with you guys! A couple of days ago I was out with my mom and while we were at this huge mall downtown Athens, I thought I could take a look at Burberry make up as I don’t own any of it and haven’t even tried any. So while I was there the makeup artist applied the Velvet Foundation on my hand which I didn’t like at first. I thought it was kind of thick and with quite some coverage for me. However, I ended up with it since my mom is a huge enabler!

Once I came home I decided to try it on my face and I was very surprised the moment I pumped it on my hand. Omg this is such an amazing foundation. The first thing I noticed is that the foundation is actually kind of watery (think of Armani Maestro Fusion), which means it is not thick at all. I applied it on my face (one pump was enough), and I was thrilled with the result. It was just as I hoped it would be; very sheer, easy to blend and barely noticeable. It’s crazy how easy and quickly it blended with my skin to such a degree, that I couldn’t tell I was wearing any foundation at all. I love the sheer coverage on a foundation as I prefer a more natural look for my everyday makeup and I don’t really like burdening my skin with heavy products. I went for the shade 202 Trench which was the lightest they had and it has a pink undertone which is perfect for me. It brought out my pink cheeks but at the same time it somehow managed to lighten up my face and make it look brighter and clearer. Also once it set, my skin felt very smooth and soft, which is natural for watery foundations.

The only downfall I can think of is that apart from the 202 Trench shade, the rest were very dark for me. Not just a little dark but actually quite dark. In order to wear the next shade I had to have a tan. This means that there is no variety for people with fair skin. It’s like a hit and miss. Only one shade works. Luckily enough it worked for me.

I definitely recommend Burberry’s Velvet Foundation to everyone who is looking for sheer coverage to go with a more natural look. It is very rehydrating and has a velvet finish, as the name truly suggests. It is not very expensive for a high-end foundation (at 43 euros but I paid 39 after a 10% discount) which is a plus. It is so blendable and you really only need one pump to cover the entire face. It is such a value for money. Do you guys have this foundation and if so what are your thoughts about it? Don’t forget to subscribe and also pop on Instagram (@bluberrylover) and Twitter (@vickyinlalalnd) and say hi!

Till next time take care dolls 😉 xxx

Vicky

November 5, 2015 - crazyandfashionable 3 Comments

MOROCCANOIL TREATMENT REVIEW

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Have you ever heard the words “I love how thick and long your hair is!” or “I wish I had your curls instead of my straight hair!”? And have you ever thought at this exact moment “Ugh don’t get me started with my hair!”? If the answer is yes, then, I am feeling you! All of you! Having long, curly, thick hair does not make life easy! For as long as I can remember, I have been struggling to tame my hair. At first, I was straightening it every single time I was washing it and I completely hated my natural curls. Where everyone saw beauty, I saw messy problems! However, a few years ago, I started to realize that all this intense straightening has potentially damaged my hair and no matter how much I loved seeming my hair straight, I should take a break from it all. At first, it has hard to go around with my hair all crazy and frizzy; I was embarrassed and was genuinely hating it. But after researching for the proper tools and ways to style it, I came to actually really love my natural hair. However, no matter what I was trying, there was one thing I could never avoid: frizziness! The frizziness was driving me crazy. A little humidity and poof! My hair would put a lion’s mane to shame!

Although I have found a few products I really enjoy using and I am very satisfied with, they will be mentioned in another post! This one is dedicated to a product that I have tried only a handful of times, but they were enough to convince me that the raving reviews I have read everywhere, were all true. I have heard about Moroccanoil since a long time ago and I was very interested in trying it myself. So a week ago I ordered the Moroccanoil Treatment which is a hair oil that you can use either on dry or on dump hair. You apply only a small quantity that it is actually enough! I have long hair and I only use half a pump. I applied the product on my wet hair, layered my styling cream and then dried it. I was so happy with the result; my hair was so soft, it had a lovely sweet scent and it was visibly less frizzy than usual. What I loved the most however, was how soft and less tangled my hair was even after 2 days of being unwashed. Usually my hair gets very tangled and detangling it is a painful work. Since I started using the Moroccanoil, my hair is less and less tangled. Also it is less frizzy even on very humid days. I tried the product on dry hair as well before using my curling wand, as a heat protector and to smoothen it out; it worked like a charm! My curls were so silky and glowing. I have used the oil consistently for 5 times now and each time I end up very satisfied.

Moroccanoil hair treatment is basically an oil for dry or wet hair, that has a lovely scent and helps to control the frizziness. It leaves the hair soft, smooth and less tangled. It is not as frizzy and it even has a pretty shine. The oil doesn’t leave any residue or turn my hair greasy. When I first got it, I was excited yet doubtful due to all the disappointed products I had already tried. However, it proved to be an extremely pleasant surprise. Therefore, I recommend it to everyone as it is suitable for all hair types. Just give it a go and I promise you, you won’t regret it! I would love to know if you guys use Moroccanoil as well, and if you are happy with it! Also don’t forget to subscribe and pop over on Twitter (@Vickyinlalaland) and Instagram (@blueberrylover) to say hello!

Till next time take care dolls 😉 xxx

Vicky

October 28, 2015 - crazyandfashionable Leave a comment

MAC, NARS AND TOO FACED LIPS

NARS, MAC AND TOO FACED LIPS

Lipsticks are my favorite part of my makeup. Whether it is a casual day or a fancy occasion, I love going natural and topping it off with a bold lipstick. A flawless face is the perfect base for any lipstick color, especially the ones that are a statement on their own. In the past, almost all my lipsticks were MAC, however, this last year I have discovered brands such as NARS and Too Faced (yes I was living under a rock) and I have fallen in love with them. In this post I am going to share with you guys my favorite lipsticks for this season from each brand, and I am also going to review and compare them to each other. Keep in mind though that all these brands have a place in my heart!

MAC is an old-time favorite brand. I have been using it for quite a few years and I can admit I am a loyal follower. I own many lipsticks (over a dozen), in different colors and of different finish. Although my favorite finish is matte, as I like how soft it is and how it stays put no matter what, the lipsticks I enjoy the most this season have a satin or lustre finish. These two different types of finish, are the opposite of matte; they are creamy, sheer and a little glossy. The two shades that are my must for this fall, are Amorous and Plumful. Plumful is a beautiful, rose-plum, creamy lustre and Amorous is a gorgeous, cranberry, sheer satin. Both of these shades are perfect for autumn, as dark red and purply rose are this season’s IT colors! MAC lipsticks are easy to apply, have a great color payoff and are quite long-lasting. Also they don’t really stain the lips and they don’t sit on the natural lines of the lips. At the affordable price of 17$, I highly recommend them.

Although I love MAC to pieces, it is not the only brand I have in my heart anymore. Once I read some amazing reviews on NARS Audacious collection of lipsticks, I knew I had to get my hands on those. Therefore, when I got the chance, I added 4 of them to my collection. From those 4 shades, my two favorite ones for fall are Audrey, a beautiful red currant shade, and Anna, a lovely smokey rose shade. These lipsticks, although they have a somewhat satin finish, they are not sheer at all. On the contrary, they have an amazing color payoff, last forever and feel so smooth and silky on the lips. I don’t know what is it about their formula but it is the best formula I have ever tried on my lips. However, they are on the pricey side, as – at 32$ – they are almost twice the price of the MAC lipstics.

Last but not least, another brand I love is Too Faced. The Melted Lipsticks collection is one of my favorite ones and I do own a few shades of those. The ones I love for fall, would be Melted Peony and Melted Berry. The previous is a lovely dusty rose, perfect for a casual neutral day, and the later is a berry red, that literally goes with everything, as it enhances my natural lip color as if I am wearing a tinted lip balm. What I like about them, is that they are different to everything else I own; they basically are liquified lipsticks. However, they are not glossy and sticky like most liquid lip products but more like proper – in the bullet – lipsticks. They are matte and blend in such a wonderful way with the lips. They are very sturdy and last for hours. However, they do sit on the lip lines or dry patches and the Melted Berry, stains the lips a little bit. I wouldn’t change them for the world though. Especially the Melted Peony, is the best pink lipstick I have found, because it actually blends on my lips without fading (my lip color is on the red side). They are also very affordable as they are 21$.

Lipsticks are very versatile products, as they can stand on their own on a bare/natural face or complete an entire full-on look. Plum, berry/burgundy red or even some dusty rose, are the colors that represent this season. They channel the decadence this season is all about; falling leaves, cold weather and cloudy skies. All of the brands mentioned above, have some pretty amazing lipsticks in some lovely shades. Each one has a different style and purpose; NARS stands for luxury, Too Faced for comfort and easy, and MAC for diversity with all the different types of finish that provides. Depending on what you are looking for, I would suggest to go for NARS if you don’t mind splurging a little bit as it has the best and consistent formula out of the three; if on the other hand you want something professional but quite affordable you can never go wrong with MAC. Lastly, if you are looking for something more natural and wearable for every day, Too Faced would be the perfect choice. Prices differ a lot but so does quality. Overall, they are all really lovely and you will be satisfied no matter which one you’ll choose. Comment down below and share your favorite lipstick brand and shade for the fall!

Till next time take care dolls 😉 xxx

Vicky

October 20, 2015 - crazyandfashionable Leave a comment

HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT FOUNDATION

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One of the most important elements of my makeup is foundation; it is the base that the whole makeup will be set upon. The foundation turns my face into a blank canvas for me to play with the colors and create something that expresses me. As much as I love my foundation, it took me a while to choose the right one, as it is a quite complicated process (yes it is!) You have to decide how sheer you want it to be, what will be its finish (matte, velvet etc), which form do you prefer (cream, liquid, powder etc), what is better for your skin (water-based or oil-based), and of course the shade that suits you better.

Level of coverage

The first thing you have to consider before choosing your foundation, is how sheer you want it to be. You can go for high, medium or sheer coverage. The level of coverage is usually based on what do you want to cover on your face: blemishes, acne, scarring etc. The bigger the issue the higher coverage you should seek. Since I have fairly alright skin, I opt to go for a sheer coverage, as I don’t like my foundation to feel heavy on my skin. Therefore, I prefer a light foundation that basically evens out my skin tone. My personal advice, would be to go for the lighter you can as foundation will always weigh on the skin. If you don’t have a major issue you wish to cover up, go for medium coverage or even sheer.

Finish

The foundation finish could be matte, pearl/luminous or velvet. It is your choice of how you wish your face to look. I prefer my skin either matte or luminous, however, luminous finish looks better on younger skin than older which looks better matte. Also I don’t go for too luminous and shiny foundations, as I don’t like my combination skin to look oily and sweaty after a few hours.

Liquid, powder or cream?

As if picking the right foundation wasn’t hard enough already, there is a variety of forms that makes the choice even harder. Powder foundations (Too Faced Cocoa Powder Foundation is amazing) are usually light and have a velvet finish. They could also be full coverage (Studio Fix by Mac). Many of them contain minerals, which are perfect for oily skin with breakouts. Liquid foundations vary from medium to full coverage and are ideal for combination or dry skin. The cream foundations (Extra Repair Foundation by Bobbi Brown) are usually full coverage and perfect for dry skin like the liquid ones. After assessing your skin and what it needs, it is not that hard to decide which type will work better for you. I love liquid foundations for my combination skin and sometimes powder ones for a light coverage.

Water-based or Oil-based?

Now this is something quite tricky that you have to ask about on the makeup artists before picking your foundation. Water-based foundations give a more sheer and natural look, which is perfect for pretty much everyone who has fairly nice skin that needs some extra boost. The oil-based foundations are better for dry skin as dry skin lacks of moisture which the foundations replenish. I absolutely love Maestro Fusion foundation by Armani which is water-based and it has the softest and most velvety finish ever. One day it shall be mine!

Shade

Last but not least is the choice of the proper shade that matches your skin perfectly. In order to find the right shade you must try it on your collarbone or neck and not your actual face as we do want the shade to match our neck skin tone so we won’t be two toned! Also, you need to try the foundation on your skin on natural and not artificial light for the truest result. If your skin has a pink undertone then you need a cool tone shade and if it has a yellow undertone then you need a warm tone shade. If you have both then you need a neutral shade. So based on your undertone, you pick either a cool, warm or neutral foundation which then you try on your neck under natural light. That way you will find the best shade for your skin.

Tips for applying the foundation

You can apply your foundation with a brush, a sponge or your hands. I don’t prefer using my hands as I feel they make my skin dirty. Therefore, I use either a sponge or a brush. I love using both depending on the finish I like to get or the time I have in my hands. Using a beauty sponge gives a more matte and natural finish whereas a brush does not blend as much and sometimes you can see the bristle marks on your skin. However, a brush the most appropriate for powder foundations. While using a brush with a liquid foundation, you should pat/press it on the skin instead of wiping or brushing it on. On the other hand, when you apply powder foundation, you should load the brush, tap the excess product off, and then apply it on your face from outside working your way inwards in circular motions.

Choosing the right foundation is usually a complicated process that raises a lot of questions; “Does this color make me too dark or too light?” or “Does it make my face look oily or too dry?”. Following the steps mentioned above, will make the whole process easier and fun! Don’t forget to ask for help from the makeup artists but always trust your own opinion. Makeup is supposed to make you feel and look better without hiding your real self! I hope my tips will be helpful for you guys! Please comment below and share your on tips and advice on how to choose and apply the foundation. Also don’t forget to follow me on Instagram (Blueberrylover) and Twitter (Vickyinlalaland).

Till next time take care dolls 😉 xxx

Vicky

October 10, 2015 - crazyandfashionable Leave a comment

BEAUTY ENTRIES-OCTOBER 2015

There are many products this month that caught my eye; some are makeup and body products and some are hair products. These new entries listed below are so amazing that will definitely be mine very soon:

GAB Luminous Silk Powder by Armani

A new powder foundation by Armani, with a silky feeling for a matte yet luminous result. It feels so luxurious on the skin and makes it very smooth. It is long-wearing and you can build it up. Although I love my Too Faced Cocoa Powder Foundation, I can’t wait to try this one for a silky skin!

The Classic Cream Lipstick Red Royal by Dolce&Gabbana

This creamy and ultra moisturizing lipstick, is a D&G classic. It is long-lasting and very smooth upon the lips. The Red Royal shade, is part of the new D&G Loves Fall collection. Is an iconic red that will make every girl feel like a royalty. I don’t know about you guys, but I believe there’s no harm in feeling a little “princessy” every now and then 😉

Cosmetic Energy Noir Clay Palette by Tarte

What a beautiful, beautiful palette. I haven’t tried any Tarte products before but I am so tempted by this gorgeous fall palette. It’s part of Tarte’s famous Amazonia clay products, and has lovely cranberry and purple shades perfect for autumn. Plus a beautiful blush in earthly tone. As a fan of purple eye shadows, this palette would be a great addition to my collection.

Heavenly Gingerlily Caressing Body Polisher by Molton Brown

*Heavenly Gingerlily Caressing Body Polisher*

This spicy body scrub by Molton Brown, contains Tahitian volcanic sand (amazing!) and it transforms any tired skin to silky, soft one. With the warm spicy scent of ginger and cardamom is the perfect body polisher for autumn. As most of my body scrubs have either coffee or sugar, I really look forward to try this one with its volcanic black sand. No harm straying from our favorites sometimes, right?

Lime Basil & Mandarin Conditioner by Jo Malone

I love Jo Malone! The perfumes, the candles, everything smells amazing. Whenever I step over the counter, I can’t not try the perfumes or smell the candles; the scents instantly bring a smile to my face. This fall Jo Malone came up with a hair shampoo and conditioner series of its most popular scent; the Lime Basil & Mandarin. It has lemon balm and chamomile which will make your hair smell amazing and feel so soft and glossy. Since I am a hair care hoarder lately and this product is amazing, it has to be mine!!

Resistance Serum Therapiste by Kerastase

Last but not least, another hair care product from one of my favorite hair care brands ever, is the new heat serum by Kerastase. This serum is part of the Resistance Therapiste collection, and is perfect for damaged hair as it repairs not only split ends but also the entire length of the hair. Although I don’t use many styling tools, I do use the blow dryer often and occasionally my Nume curling wand, therefore, I was in need of getting a heat protecting cream. This serum will improve hair’s elasticity and strength and will reduce split ends up to 75%. I can’t wait to try this product as I need a good heat protector and I would love it if my split ends disappear or at least improve!

All these products are this month’s new entries that I long to try. From Armani’s silky powder to Jo Malone’s blissfully scented conditioner, these products promise to make your face, body and hair feel and look amazing. They will add some luxury to your skin care, makeup or hair care routine, and I don’t know about you guys but I love adding some luxury to my life. What do you guys think? Would give any of these products a go? Or if you have already tried them, I would love to hear your opinion about them! Don’t forget to subscribe! There will be a new post every Thursday and Sunday!

Till next time take care dolls 😉 xxx

Vicky

September 30, 2015 - crazyandfashionable Leave a comment

MAKEUP TRENDS AND FAVORITES FALL 2015

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As the weather gets colder and gloomier, I couldn’t be happier since fall is my favorite season! There is something about grey clouds and brown leaves that I just find fascinating and beautiful! What I love more however, is the transitional makeup of this period; moving from warmer and brighter colors, to cooler and darker ones! In this post I am going to share my favorite trends and products of this season’s transitional makeup!

Eyes

From left to right: Urban Decay Naked Basics 2, Urban Decay Naked 3, Bobbi Brown Smokey Eye, MAC Blacktrack — *From left to right: Urban Decay Naked2 Basics, Urban Decay Naked 2, Bobbi Brown Smokey Eye, MAC Blacktrack*

Two are the season’s hottest eye makeup trends: the nude, perfectly lined eyes and the timeless smokey eyes. For a perfect nude eye, I love using Urban Decay’s Naked Basics 2 palette which has 5 matte nude-brown eye shadows. Then I use either a liner – I love MAC’s gel liner in Blacktrack – or a dark brown eyeshadow as I find it perfect for a softer look. For the perfect smokey eye, I love Urban Decay Naked 2 palette. It has the perfect brown, bronze, silver and black colors for either a soft, melted chocolate smokey eye or a rock, fierce one. Don’t forget some layered, voluminous mascara, like Bobbi Brown’s Smokey Eye one and you are ready to go!

Face

*From left to right: MAC Breath of Plum, MAC Blush Pink, Benefit High Beam, MAC Full of Joy*

Fall is the season to put aside our bronzers and sculpting powders and stock up on cool pink blushes, and champagne or rosy highlighters. I absolutely love MAC’s Full of Joy blush which is a cool toned pink with frost finish, as well as MAC’s Breath of Plum which is a sheer, darker pink (almost plum) shade. For highlighting I choose Benefit’s High Beam as it is the perfect shimmery pink highlighter, or MAC’s Blush Pink highlighting powder from the Philip Treacy collection, which is a silver infused pink powder. These products create a blushed and a perfectly glowing, cool toned skin, which is perfect match for the cooler weather.

Lips

*From left to right: NARS Audrey, MAC Brick-O-La, MAC Amorous*

Brick red lips are perfect for fall. Paired with a flawless base and no eye-makeup, they create a warm look which contrasts with the cold weather. My favorites are MAC’s Amorous (satin cranberry) and Brick-O-LA (mid-toned berry), as well as NARS’s Audrey (red currant) from the audacious series. However, if you’re feeling bold enough, another fall trend is the 90’s – grunge inspired dark purple (almost black) lip. Blackish purple is a statement on its own, and therefore, it should be combined with a nude and flawless face. Feeling quite bold myself, lately I have my eyes set on MAC’s Nightmoth lip pencil which is a blackened plum shade. Once I tried it on it felt a bit strange as I am not used to this colors but I have come to really like it. What do you guys think? Do you have the Nightmoth pencil and if so how do you wear it? I am still a bit unsure so I would love any enabling!

This fall’s makeup is a mixture of trends like clear face-bold lips, soft brown eyes-pink cheeks and fierce metallic smokey eyes. Whichever trend you decide to follow, make sure to play with the colors and just be yourself! I would love to know which one is your favorite trend, so don’t forget to comment down below!

Till next time take care dolls 😉 xxx

Vicky

September 13, 2015 - crazyandfashionable Leave a comment

MY DAILY MAMAKEUP ROUTINE

MY EVERYDAY MAKEUP ROUTINE

As much as I love makeup and bold beautiful colors, for my everyday routine I choose to go for something quite nude and simple with subtle pops of color. I believe that too much makeup on a daily basis can take a toll on the skin, plus it’s a hassle to put on and remove in the end of the day. Therefore, I prefer something more natural that will just enhance my features and underline the ones I like the most.

First of all, I like to prime my face using MAC’s Prep and Prime because when I wear makeup for hours it gets messy after a while with the heat and sweat and face’s natural oils, so a primer always helps to set the makeup better and last longer. This primer makes my face so smooth and ready for the next step!

I absolutely love NARS Sheer Glow foundation because it proves its name right; it is a quite sheer foundation with good coverage and it gives a beautiful glow especially on my cheeks. I use the Mont Blanc shade as I am quite pale with a rosy undertone. Because of some quite intense dark circles I opt for a good coverage concealer but not very heavy or creasy. NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer in Vanilla is the perfect choice as it blends easily and covers the imperfections in a natural way.

In order to set everything and not end up with a runny face, I use Cocoa Powder Foundation from Too Faced. My shade is Fair as it’s perfect for the lighter skin. There is not much to say about this powder apart from: it’s awesome. It sets the makeup, lasts long enough and covers all the shiny places. The chocolate scent is a plus 😉

Next is the blush and highlighter. Most of my blushes are from MAC and they are various shades of pink however, for fall I am in love with Breath of Plum which is a shade between pink and red. So pretty and perfect for autumn! For highlighter I pick MAC’s Mineralize Skin Finish in the shade Lightscapade. This is such a beautiful pearly highlighter in a powder form with some hints of blue. I love it because it has a cool tone which matches my pale skin.

Moving on to the eyes, I don’t usually wear eyeshadow or any eye makeup for a more natural look. But if I decide to wear one it will be Yogurt by MAC as it’s a gorgeous nude pink that brightens up my eyes and covers any last traces of dark circles. It’s truly a beautiful, warm, pink shade that compliments my entire face. Even when I don’t use any eyeshadow, I will still fill in my brows. This is one of the most important steps on my everyday makeup – or any makeup for what matters. I use Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Wiz in medium brown. First I brush through my brows, then I fill in the beginning and the end after the arch because these are the sparser parts. Lastly I brush through them again to blend the color and make it look more natural. The final touch of the eye makeup will be the mascara. I love the YSL Effet Faux Cils because it makes my lashes quite long and full without even curling them. This opens up my eyes and makes them look bigger and more awake.

The final part of the routine will be the lips. Having bolder lips than eyes is one of my favorite makeup looks. Lately I enjoy using lip pencils instead of lipsticks; all it takes it’s a little blending. Especially Soar by MAC is my autumn favorite. It’s a pinky brown shade perfect for a nude/natural look. However, on some days I feel like adding some lipstick instead of lip liner or even on top of the lip liner to make it last longer or to make it more intense. On those occasions I use MAC’S Mehr, which is my new favorite nude lipstick. It’s a dirty pink with matte finish and the perfect match for Soar.

Everyday makeup should be comfortable and light enough to last throughout the day without damaging the skin. It should give a natural look on the face. Weightless, natural makeup always makes the face appear more youthful and awake. Natural look is just perfect got every day. I love how polished it makes me feel in a subtle way. What is your favorite daily makeup routine? Which products are the ones you swear by for your regular makeup?

Till next time take care dolls 😉 xxx

Vicky

August 29, 2015 - crazyandfashionable 2 Comments

H&M new creamy lipsticks review and swatches

H&M new creamy lipsticks

One of new year’s resolutions was to cut down on my makeup products as I have far too many and some of them are quite neglected. However, when I found out that H&M has reinvented its makeup collection and has a full range of new creamy lipsticks, I couldn’t resist trying out some of them. Oh my, how pretty they are! They are quite creamy, which is not something I am fond of as I prefer the matte lipsticks more, but all they need is some blending to have a more matte finish. They are not drying at all or cakey and they feel very smooth on the lips. They remind me of tinted lip balms in a way after I blend them to make the color less vibrant and more natural.

First thing’s first though: the packaging! For some weird enough reason I noticed that all my lipsticks regardless the brand, are black; square or round, magnetic cap or not, they are all black. I believe that there is something elegant in the simple, sleek black packaging but I had never noticed how little variety exists among all the brands; high street and high-end. So it was a pleasant surprise to see that these lipsticks are completely different; white and gold! Such a lovely combination of colors that adds up glamor without being less sleek than the rest. Absolutely love the packaging! It really adds up and differentiates them.

Now moving past the packaging, I have to admit that what really blew me away was the huge variety of colors. The first shade I got myself was he Pomegranate one which is like a fiery red with a hint of orange as I was on the look for a corally red for the summer. Then I got the La vie en rose which is my favorite one and is a purply kind of pink; it looks so pretty and girly on my lips and I am absolutely in love with it. Lastly I got Tea rose which is a-not-so-me shade of bright rosy pink (it’s so hard to describe it); it reminds me of MAC’s Impassioned. Now this is a hard shade to pull off for me, and is the one that needs more blending to look less harsh and out-of-place on me. It is very pretty and different though and I love it as well. I do not own that many pink shades of lipstick as I always found it a hard color for me due to my natural lip color being darker, so I am trying to enrich my collection with as many different pink ones as I can.

*From left to right: La vie en rose, Pomegranate, Tea rose*

I had never tried any make up from H&M apart from the nail polishes, so I was a bit skeptical at first of the quality. However, after trying them on I was pleasantly surprised to see that they are very nice and quite long-lasting. I would compare them to NYX lipsticks which I also really like and they are high street as well. Definitely worth trying them if you cannot afford higher end ones or even if you can, they are a lovely addition to anyone’s collection. Seriously guys you will go crazy with the variety! I know I did 😉

If you guys have them and like them, upload a picture wearing it on Instagram with the hashtag #hmcreamylips ! I will like all of them J Can’t wait to see all of your lovely pictures!

Till next time take care dolls 😉 xxx

Vicky

May 16, 2015 - crazyandfashionable Leave a comment

My favorite skincare products

My favorite skincare products

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Healthy and naturally glowing skin is very important to every girl! As spring is about to be over and summer has already stepped in and with the weather only getting hotter and hotter, I decided that this is the best time to share my favorite skincare products. The daily pampering of my skin is a ritual I never skip, even when I am extremely tired and sleepy. At the end of the day, I just can’t wait to remove all the make up and cleanse my skin; I just love to let it breathe and to feel it clean and smooth. Therefore, I am very excited to share with you guys the products that I absolutely trust and reach out daily.

Lancome Gel Eclat

What can I say about this cleanser? It is an amazing product. I am absolutely in love with it. I got it around Christmas, as I wanted to try something different from what I was using so far. I hadn’t used Lancome skincare products before and I was excited to try this on. From the first use I was simply blown away by it; only a little quantity – the size of a hazelnut- is enough to create massive foam and basically wash the entire face. Due to its flowery ingredients -Lotus and Rose- it has a lovely scent. Full with anti-oxidants, it deeply cleanses and purifies the skin. It is very easy to rinse off and my skin feels amazing afterwards; so smooth and soft! I use it almost every night after I remove my make up however, when I feel that my skin is not very clean I might also use it in the morning.

Lancome Tonique Confort

I know some of you may be sceptical about the toners as products and if they are useful or not; well they do! After I remove the make up and cleanse my face, I use this amazing toner in order to remove any make up residues. It is very refreshing and moisturizing. Not only it purifies the skin completely and refreshes it but it also hydrates it and makes it more radiant and smooth. I love this toner so much! It is a necessary part of any skincare routine although it may seem as redundant.

Givenchy Hydra Sparkling moisturizing cream

I have tried many moisturizers over the years and although I was satisfied by some, I always like to experiment with my routine and try new ones. Therefore, I decided to get the Givenchy one as I never had any skincare products from this brand. I was pleasantly surprised at how soft and hydrated my face felt after only one use, due to the cream’s velvet finish. I absolutely love this moisturizer! On the downside though, this cream has quite a strong perfume scent. Even though it doesn’t bother me, I understand why it may bother some. In total it is an amazing cream with a velvet finish that highly hydrates my skin and I use it every night as the last step of my routine.

Laura Mercier Flawless Skin Face Polish

Oh my this exfoliator!! It is so gentle and soft and it smells lovely! Just a very small quantity is more than enough for the entire face! With circular gentle motions I exfoliate my face once a week or whenever I feel my face is not in its best state and it could do with some extra pampering. When I first tried it on my hand I was shocked as to how soft my skin was afterwards, that I had to get it! It doesn’t irritate my skin and it is not too harsh on it! On the contrary it’s one of the silkiest exfoliators I have ever used! Now it’s my go to exfoliator!

APIVITA Suncare cream with SPF 50+

With summer just around the corner, it is important not to forget the sunscreen as part of our everyday routine. Even when I don’t have makeup on I always manage to apply some sunscreen on my face as it has the most sensitive skin of our body and therefore, it gets damaged easily. I got this sunscreen as I love Apivita for the natural ingredients it uses on its products. This specific one has sea lavender and algae and it is fragrance and parabens free. It is absorbed immediately by my skin without making it shiny or oily and it doesn’t smell at all. It is perfect for under my make up and with its SPF 50 it’s the perfect weapon against the damaging sun rays. Don’t forget to invest on a good, high protection sunblock for the face!

Fresh Sugar lip polish + Fresh Sugar tinted lip treatment

Guys this winter was a disaster for my lips. Because of the cold almost for the whole winter my lips were dehydrated and chapped; the Fresh lip polish literally saved my lips! Only a bit of it was enough to exfoliate and condition my lips. They were so smooth afterwards, I couldn’t believe it! And the orange and sugar taste of it is just amazing! We all know how sugar is a natural exfoliant and a very tasty one as well! After exfoliating my lips I used the Fresh tinted lip treatment to seal the moisture; this lip balm is the bomb! It is hydrating, it gives a natural tint on the lips and it also has SPF 15 to protect them from the sun! The cherry flavor is a plus 😉

Clarins eye contour gel + Origins GinZing eye cream

I mention these products as a duo because I use them together every night. My biggest eye problem is my dark circles that are quite intense especially when I am tired. Therefore, Clarins eye gel is perfect as it cools them off, reduces the puffiness and fights the persistent dark circles. The gel form is very refreshing and not heavy at all unlike any eye serum. Following the gel, I use the famous Origins GinZing eye cream which is perfect for me as not only it fights puffiness as well but it also brightens the dark under eye area. Although it is quite a thick cream, it is absorbed immediately from the skin and it doesn’t feel greasy at all. It makes my eyes look less tired in the next morning.

There you go! I know it might be quite a long list but I felt compelled to mention all the skincare products I am in love at the moment because they are perfect for my skin and therefore a part of my daily routine! And don’t forget how important it is to take good care of not only your skin but also your eyes and lips, as they all deserve a little pampering 🙂

Till next time take care dolls xxx

Vicky

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