October Favourites

It's been a while since I've done a good ol' favourites post, so I thought I'd better get back on the train. October has been the month of the spending ban for me, so there isn't as many new products in here as there usually would be. That being said I think there is a pretty good mix of the new, the old and the totally random. 

Body Shop Honey Bronze 
If you've been around these parts for a while you will know that I picked this shade up by accident, I was actually aiming for a lighter bronze. Because of this, I put it away in my drawer and just ignored it for a while. Eventually I broke it out and I quickly realised that it really isn't that dark and it just brings a bit of life to my face. Not only have I been using this to bronze up my cheeks, I've been using it on my eyes as well. In conjunction with the next product, it forms the perfect simple spring-time eye. 

Maybelline Colour Tattoo in Bad to the Bronze
This is a long time favourite of mine but I put it to the back of my drawer for a while there. I focused on using my larger eyeshadow palettes and totally forgot about this little pot of goodness. It's long wearing, doesn't budge and can be slapped on with no fuss. My favourite way to wear it has been a quick swipe of this all over the lid, a bit of the bronzer in the crease and a small line of eyeliner on the outer corner. 

Sleek Eye Dust in Antique 
When this pot arrived in my September Bellabox it was no doubt my favourite. The only issue with this is that it is a pigment rather than a pressed powder, something I hasn't delved into before, so it can get a bit messy if you're not careful. I like this best when used with a slightly damp brush and then pressed into the eyelid. It's a beautiful green-tinged brown that is very different from anything else I own. 

Hourglass Ambient Lighting Blush in Dim Infusion 
Though I said I was on a spending ban this month, right back at the beginning (maybe it was late September?) I did place a sneaky Mecca order. I got four high end bits that I've had my eye on for ages and though there was some disappointment, this blush came out as the overall favourite. It is nice and subtle, but still lifts the face. There isn't an obnoxious glitter in it, it is just a lighting effect which I think is a lot prettier. The peach colour is also very nice and it goes with most looks. 

Taylor Swift's Album 1989
I've been looking forward to this album dropping for months now and it is finally here! Taylor is one of my favourite musical artists and I just knew that I would love her newest offering. A combination of Taylor Swift's lyrical stylings and an 80s pop sound? I was sold. It has been on repeat ever since I got it last week and I don't see that stopping anytime soon. My favourite songs are ever changing because I really love them all, but for now I'm going to have to go with Out of the Woods, Blank Space and Bad Blood. 

Listerine Oral Care Strips 
I told you there would be some random stuff, don't say I didn't warn you. These are a rediscovery that I'm so glad I made this month. They're basically tiny squares of paper that you put on your tongue and they dissolve almost instantly, leaving you with super fresh breath. The packs are so small that you can take them anywhere. 

Old Family Photos 
You may have been wondering about the slightly different background of the photo, but I am finally getting to explain myself. This month I have been loving going through old photos and reminiscing about 'the good old days'. I think it's great that people take so many photos but we often forget about most of them straight after they are taken. Older photos are tucked away in albums or, god forbid, ripped boxes collecting dust and newer photos are in folders on the computer, never to be opened again. Even if you don't look your best in a photo, it can still remind you of some great memories. 

Another month is down the drain and as quickly as time is flying, at least we're getting closer to Christmas!! 

Lots of Love, 

Shannon