Current Loves #2

Hello!

It's been less than a week since I did my last Current Loves, but I've got more things that I am obsessed with at the mo!

1- Gorgeous by Gok shower scrub

This is my favourite body scrub. Not only does this smell delicious, but it's also more of a shower gel, with some scrubby bits in it, as opposed to scrubs that are a thick, paste-like consistency. As this is pretty much a 2 in 1 shower gel/scrub product, it's alot easier and quicker than using two separate products. This is very gentle on my skin, can be used daily, and leaves my skin super smooth and lightly scented.

2- Revlon Colorstay 12hr eyeshadow in Neutral Khakis 

Now, I'm not going to lie, I'm still not an eyeshadow everyday kinda girl, but when I go out, or for special occasions, these are the eye shadows I tend to reach for. Although it looks like a really dark purple in this purple in this pic, they're actually all really wearable shades. The formula of these is great, they're easy to use and long lasting, but I'm not sure I've ever worn them for 12 hours!

3- Boots tea tree and witch hazel foaming face wash

I've already raved about this product here, so I wont talk about it too much, but I have recently repurchased it and am so glad to have it back! It's already made my skin quite alot better, and I just can't recommend it enough.

4- Real Techniques stippling brush

There's not too much to say about this, and everyone and their cats loves it, but I've been using it for my blusher recently and it's fab! I can be a bit heavy handed with blusher, but with this I never get that 'stripe of blusher' look, which is good!

5- Superdrug dry shampoo in Floating on a Breeze

This is amazing. Super cheap, quite often on offer, and the best dry shampoo I've ever tried! Nice scent, although the smell doesn't last long in your hair, which personally I think is a good thing as it doesn't interfere with any perfume.

What is everyone else loving at the moment? Any essentials that you've re-discovered due to the hot weather?

Thanks for reading! :)

Review- Real Techniques Stippling Brush

Evening guys!

As you probably know (they've been all over blogs!), the Real Techniques brushes were created by one half of the fabulous Pixiwoo sisters, Samantha Chapman.

A while ago, I bought the Stippling brush, from Boots for £11.99.

Real Techniques say  "Create a flawless base with this beautifully designed Stippling brush by Samantha Chapman, which helps you build coverage gradually for an airbrushed, high definition result."

 I've had it for about a month, so have had plenty of time to test it out!

It's a really well made brush, with super soft, dense dual fibre bristles. The bristles are synthetic, so 100% cruelty free, and the brush is cleverly designed so that it can stand alone.

There's alot of hype about stippling brushes being able to create a flawless, airbrushed finish, so I was really excited to try one. 

I've been using it with MAC Studio Sculpt foundation, and applied with a stippling/buffing action. The effect was really beautiful, no patches, no streaks, just a natural, healthyl looking coverage. 

It was super quick, and easy to apply, perfect for when you've overslept and are in a hurry!

Personally, although I love the finish this brush gives, I'm not confident enough to use it on a daily basis, as it's not quite the coverage I need for my far from perfect skin. I am however, really looking forward to using it in the summer when it's hot, and I don't want heavy makeup.

I can't remember where I read it, but I saw someone say that this brush was perfect for blusher. I've been using it to apply my blusher recently, and its amazing! Doesn't pick up too much colour, and when stippled on to the cheeks, gives the most perfect rosy cheek look, and doesn't give the 'stripe of blusher' look that I sometimes accidentally give myself!

Pros

Gives a lovely, lightweight application of foundation

Cruelty free

Doesn't shed hairs

Reasonably priced

Works amazingly for blusher

Cons:

Doesn't give a heavier application of foundation

Uses quite alot of product, when I use my Eco tools foundation brush, I only have to use about half the amount

So, overall this is a fabulous, multi use brush. I'm using it as my go to blusher brush, and when the weather gets hotter, (or my skin gets better!), then I will use it for foundation. As I said above, I do use quite alot of foundation when I apply with this brush, but I'm willing to overlook this for the nice, natural finish!

I've washed it quite a few times, and I haven't noticed any shedding whatsoever.

Has anyone tried this brush? Or have any Real Techniques recommendations? I really want to try the Buffing brush!

P.S The brushes are still on 3 for 2 at Boots!

Wednesday Wants #6

Aloha guys!

Here's a few more bits that I am itching to get my grubby little hands on!

First up, this Mineral Foundation from Lilylolo.co.uk. I've heard so many good things about mineral foundation- that it gives a flawless, builable coverage, but also lets skin breathe and doesn't cause spots. This is the perfect price for me to dip my toe into the mineral foundation idea, at £12.49 from Lilylolo.co.uk.

This foundation also comes in an impressive 18 shades, with the palest actually looking pretty pale! Lily Lolo is a BUAV approved, cruelty free brand.  Thumbs up.

Next up, the Lush lip scrub Mint Julips. As you may already know, I have used (and loved) this before. My lips are really dry and gross at the moment, and it's showing up really badly under my lipstick! When I was using this, my lips were always silky smooth! As I am on my spending ban, I am not letting myself buy this! I am thinking of making my own version with things I've already got? Apparently all you need is sugar and honey! Yum. 

The Lush lip scrubs are £4.95 from Lush.co.uk and in store.

Sorry for the rubbish pic!

Lastly, the Real Techniques Core Collection. After being so impressed with the Real Techniques Stippling brush that I bought (post coming soon!) I'm really wanting to branch out and try more from the range! I've heard really great reviews about the buffing brush, which is the furthest right brush. Pretty much every review I have read has said that it is fantastic at buffing in foundation, and I wanna try! 

The Real Techniques Core Collection is £21.99 (bargain for four brushes!), and is available from Boots.com and in store.

Anyone got any wishlists to link me to? Or have any of these products?

Thanks for reading! :)

Looky what I bought!

Hey guys!

So, as the title suggests, I have purchased a few things which is a bit naughty but it's all things that I haven't already got, so I don't feel I've broken my Spending Ban too much!

My swag!

First up, this beautiful shirt! This was £14 from Asda.

As soon as I saw this I knew I had to buy it, it's just so bright and cool! I am having a slight dilemma about how to wear it though, does anyone have any ideas? It's not quite long enough to cover my bum so I don't really want to wear it with leggings.

Next, this shirt. I bought this from a charity shop for £12 which is really quite expensive for a charity shop! I love it though, so I'm willing to look past the price. I've got a shirt from Topshop that I wear to death, (which was £36!) so I though I'd start stocking up on a few more. They're so handy to wear as an alternative to a cardi, or under a cardi for extra layers!

 I popped into Topshop to look for these babys, and they had one set left! It was a bit annoying because I was thinking of getting some for a giveaway, but I was pleased just to get my hands on them :) I also can't find them on the topshop website to link to.

Sorry for the awful pics haha, I think I'm actually getting worse at photography!

The Meadham Kirchhoff SS12 designer Nail Rock wraps are £7 (ouch!) from Topshop.

I got two little Yankee candles as I fancied trying a new, non-vanilla candle. I bought them for about £1.80 from Debenhams.

Lastly, I bought the Real Techniques Stippling Brush from Boots for £11.99.

I've never tried a stippling brush before, but I've heard they give you an airbrushed effect, which would be nice! I've tried this a few times (hence the slightly dirty brush, sorry!), and I'm really impressed. The finish it gives is really lovely, although it's quite light coverage.

I'll probably do a proper review once I've tried it out a bit more, and used it with a few different things.

Has anyone got any of these? I am feeling quite quilty about breaking my spending ban now I've written about it all haha!

Thanks for reading, hope everyone is well :)

P.S. I've changed my font, and It's appearing how I want it to on this post, but not on previous ones...does anyone know how to make them all the same font?! I wish I was better with technology!