Beauty Interview with Myself

Too much me, I'm so sorry 

So I figured before I come back next week with another interview with an amazing blogger, I should share my own answers to this little set of questions. I'm not going to gush about myself as I do with the others because they deserve it far more than I. Here we go! 

1. What is the first piece of makeup you remember owning?

While I don't know exactly what it was,  I remember owning a lot of gross sticky lip glosses as a kid. They were all probably horrendous colours but they made me feel like a big girl and I would carry them around in a handbag. That handbag also held an empty wallet and nothing else. 

2. What is the number one beauty product on your wishlist at the moment? 

I actually put up a wishlist post on Wednesday so you should totally check that out HERE. The number one thing on my wishlist is probably...hmm that's tough because like Sharpay, I want it all...I'm going to have to go with the Chanel Vitalumiere Aqua. It's raved about and it's Chanel and it seems absolutely perfect. 

3. How many different foundations do you own and which is your favourite? 

I own four foundations plus a couple of BB/CC creams. My favourite would have to be the Rimmel Match Perfection Foundation as it is my everyday staple, I'm still looking for the absolute perfect one though (Chanel Vitalumiere, I'm coming for you). 

4. What is the type of beauty product you hoard the most? 

This is easy, lip products. I hoard all beauty products but my lip drawer is by far the most full. I own all sorts of colours and finishes and I just keep wanting more. I wouldn't say it was a full blown issue yet but it's getting there. 

5. How many steps do you have in your morning skincare routine? How about your evening skincare routine? 

My morning skincare goes; cleanse, tone and moisturise. That's three really quick and easy steps (especially since I cleanse in the shower, a time saving tip for you). At night things get a bit more complicated I will; Remove my makeup with one cleanser, cleanse again, tone, moisturise and then use a calming eye cream. There's also alternates that I only use sometimes such as masks, exfoliating brushes and facial oils which will add an extra step. I would say there's usually six steps in my nightly skincare regime. 

1. MAC or Nars? MAC. I own a few of their products and an in love, Nars is still drool-worthy though. 

2. Rimmel or Revlon? Hmm Rimmel. Just because they have more products in my daily routine. 

3. Mascara or Concealer? Mascara. My blonde lashes look weird without it. 

4. Skincare or Haircare? Another tough one! Skincare probably, because I actually enjoy doing that. 

5. Purifying mask or hydrating mask? Purifying Mask. I love how clean my skin feels afterwards. 

6. High end or Drugstore? High end. I'm a sucker. 

7. Blog or Vlog? (both to watch and make) I'm going to have to go with Vlog. Sorry, not sorry. 

8. Hair up or hair down? Hair down because it covers up my Dumbo ears. 

9. Red or Pink Lipstick? Pink because it can be natural OR bright. 

10. Highlight or Contour? Highlight because I still have no clue how to contour. 

Now you know my answers, I'm sure you will sleep better at night. If you haven't read last weeks interview with Simple Beauty Chatter check it out HERE and next week there will be other with someone awesome. 

Lots of Love, 

Shannon

Lust List

It has been a couple of months since my last Lust List and I've picked up half of the items on there, which I consider to be pretty good. So far I have the Origins Clear Improvement Mask, Stila Liquid Eyeliner in Midnight and Body Shop Honey Bonzing Powder, all of which are fabulous. The two Chanel products and the Too Faced eyeshadows are still on the list but I have a few more to add. 

Benefit Gimme Brow
With my newfound eyebrow addiction, I find myself having to fill them in everyday. I don't mind this much as my current brow product is pretty damn good, but as the laziest human being on the planet if there's something easier I would prefer that. I mostly need colour over shape, so I think this product would be good on more natural days and then I can layer it with a pencil when I'm feeling something bolder. 

Body Shop All-In-One BB Cream
The way that this comes out white and then changes to skin colour fascinates me, I think it is my inner nerd coming out in full force. I don't understand how or why but I do know that I really want this. Plus I've been wearing foundation everyday lately because all BB/CC creams I own are too dark for my current mid-winter Edward Cullen-esque skin tone and I'm looking for something a bit lighter. 

Hourglass Ambient Lighting Blush
Look at it. That's why I want it. *heart eyes emoji*

Too Faced Melted Liquified Long Wear Lipstick
I haven't seen too many reviews of this but every time I'm trawling the Sephora or Mecca websites I keep coming back to these. I love the idea that they are liquified lipsticks, it's kinda macabe but I quite enjoy the picture of them slowly melting down proper lipsticks. The colours are really pretty and they appear to be long lasting, what more could I want? 

Nars Blush in Deep Throat 
I've become more interested in blush recently and I think this might be one of the next ones added to my non-existent collection. The name is a bit iffy (why do they insist on the sexual innuendos in makeup product names?!) but the shimmery peach colour is simply perfect. 

Bumble and Bumble Invisible Oil Protective Primer
My current heat protectant is nearly run out and it doesn't appear to have done anything, as my hair just keeps dying more and more. I've been looking up some better options and this new range from Bumble and Bumble keeps popping up with rave reviews. It's a lot of money for a tiny bottle but maybe one day... 

I'm attempting not to buy any of these until the school holidays, by then I figure I will be able to treat myself to one (or, lets face it, more than one). The hardest bit will be deciding which product I need in my life the most.

What's the number one thing on your wishlist? I love knowing what everyone else is lusting after. 

Lots of Love, 

Shannon

Everyday Makeup Tutorial

I thought I would try something slightly different and show you how I do my everyday makeup. Enjoy and make sure to subscribe!! 

Lots of Love, 

Shannon 

Trends to Try Outfits

Bound Trim Crop Tee | Moto Short Denim Dungarees | Benefit Benebalm | Grafea Hari Backpack in Red | Chuck Taylor All Star Hi Stickers

Above is the first (and my favourite) of the outfits I have compiled to go along with my Trends to Try post from a couple of weeks back. I have taken one of the pieces I chose for each trend and made up a little outfit for the way I would wear them. I am loving the colour red at the moment, so incorporating the colour red into this look with the dungarees is totally something I would wear. It's a bit skater-girl but the structured bag gives it some class. 

Moto Mottle Black Ripped Leigh Jeans | Nike Air Force 1 Airness Mid Hi Top Trainers | Kat Von D Tattoo Liner  | Rib Crop Tee | ASOS Dinosaur Print Cap | 

 I probably wouldn't actually wear the hat with this look, I'm certainly not cool enough for it, but I think it would totally go. A crop top, pair of high-waisted jeans and sneakers is a really nice casual outfit. 

Pixi Shea Butter Lip Balm | Garden Print Overlay Sundress | AJ Morgan Flamingo Cat-Eye Sunglasses | Faith Double Buckle Small Satchel | Horizon Toe Post Sandals | 

For a more girly option, this floral dress can be worn with some white accessories and a light wash of colour on the lips. This is perfect for any occasion; a picnic, shopping or even a day-time party. The cat eye sunglasses will also attract some attention to your face. 

Textured Strappy V-Back Vest | Kimono By Love | Moto Dark Vintage Leigh Jeans | Baublebar Long Porthole Pendant | ASOS Little Rock Pointed Ballet Flats | 

This is a super casual look because I think kimono's look best when paired with a nice plain outfit. Just wear jeans and a singlet then let the awesome kimono do all the talking. 

Slim Curve Blazer | Mix Tribal Print Jersey Tapered Trousers | Basic Strappy Vest | KG by Kurt Geiger Bailey | Nars Lipstick in Shanghai Red | 

Finally, I've got a more dressy option. These pants can be worn in casual settings too but I thought I would give a fancy option with a nice blazer and a strong red lip. 

I love doing these fashion posts, I feel as though they add a little something different to the blog. I'm by no means an expert fashionista, but I give it a go. 

Lots of Love, 

Shannon 

Wise Words #8

You all deserve the best kind of love, whether that be romantic, familial or friendship, don't accept any less than you deserve. 

Lots of Love, 

Shannon 

Beauty Interview with Simple Beauty Chatter

I'm excited to begin a new series on LOLS called 'Beauty Interviews'! I am going to be asking some of my favourite bloggers a set of questions and getting their opinions on all things beauty. First up is the beautiful Chloe from Simple Beauty Chatter. I am lucky enough to have connected with her over Twitter after reading her blog and watching her Youtube videos. She's hilarious, talented and very interesting (not matter how much she insists otherwise) and it's no wonder her blog is succeeding the way it is. Enough of my gushing, let's get into the questions: 

(My questions will be the bits in bold and Chloe's unedited answers will be underneath)

1.What is the first piece of makeup you remember owning?

My first piece of make up was a BRIGHT ORANGE foundation from collection 2000. I was in year 7/8 at school and people said I looked pale so I decided to buy this....looking back, i made an umpa lumpa look pale! *face palm*

2. What is the number one beauty product on your wishlist at the moment?

I have a few items on my beauty wishlist at the moment as I am trying to be good and not buy EVERYTHING but the top item has to be the Urban Decay Naked 3 Palette! Why cant I own it already....

3. How many different foundations do you own and which is your favourite?

I currently own 3 foundations: SEVENTEEN Stay time, NO7 Stay Perfect and Rimmel Match Perfection. My favourite is the Rimmel Match Perfection as it is a light foundation, perfect for summer and has a good finish/ colour match! In the winter I use the SEVENTEEN one as it is full coverage.

4. What is the type of beauty product you hoard the most?

This has definitely got to be eye shadow palettes! I recently bought some make-up storage and could not fit all my eye shadows in one drawer so had to pick my favourites! Stupid cheap offers making me buy more pffft!

5. How many steps do you have in your morning skincare routine? How about your evening skincare routine?

Woah this could take some time! Okay so....in the morning I rinse my face with warm water to open my pores. I then use a face wash, at the moment I am loving make-up revolutions anti bacterial facewash which is a cleanser and toner! After that I dry my face and wipe over my T-Zones with Boots deep cleanser to help black heads and blockages (ew that sounds gross). I then apply Simples rich moisturiser; which can I say is AMAZING!

In the evening after removing my make-up I use a face wash to wash my face and again apply moisturiser. I also every friday apply a facemask.

This makes me sound really good but honestly Im lazy and forget to do this a lot....yay for breakouts.

Now onto a few quick-fire this or that questions: 

1. MAC or Nars? MAC!

2. Rimmel or Revlon? Rimmel

3. Mascara or Concealer? Concealer...im like a dot to dot!

4. Skincare or Haircare? Omg...why do this to me. Urm ill say hair care because I dye it a lot?

5. Purifying mask or hydrating mask? Hydrating mask!

6. High end or Drugstore? Drug store (because I'm poor lol)

7. Blog or Vlog? (both to watch and make) VLOG! I find them more entertaining to make and view :)

8. Hair up or hair down? Down...I'm not Phil Mitchel! (If your not English, its basically a chubby bald man off a TV programme) google him.

9. Red or Pink Lipstick? I cannot pull of lipstick...but Red.

10. Highlight or Contour? Contour!

Now back to me: Thank you so much to Chloe for participating in something a little different. Make sure you check out both her BLOG and her YOUTUBE, you won't be disappointed. 

Lots of Love, 

Shannon