Soap & Glory Favourites!

One thing I always make sure I set aside time for is a cheeky pamper sesh'. Whether it's 10 minutes or a full hour, a pamper session with my favorite products is not only a great way to de-stress but it makes me feel like a whole new person; not to mention the physical health benefits. Soap & Glory are renowned for their unique, modern take on a 'read all about it!' style and with their eye catching designs and cleverly worded packaging, it's no wonder why so many people are drawn to the brand. The best part? Their products really are as good as they look and what's more, the smell even better!

Smoothie Star Deep Moisture Body Milk

Although it's a body milk, it's actually very thick, almost like a body butter. Blended with cocoa butter, shea butter and coconut oil (need I say more) it divinely moisturises your skin, leaving it feeling irresistibly soft. After just a few uses I noticed a significant difference in the softness of my skin and thanks to the oats, yogurt and honey it conditions your skin for added silky-ness! The lotion absorbs quickly, doesn't feel sticky and doesn't leave a long lasting residue (big factor for me) but it's the scent that won me over. The actual scent is 'almond, outs and brown sugar' which smells like milk and cookies with a hint of almonds.  

Clean on Me Clarifying Shower Gel

A classic from the range and a favourite among many, 'Clean on Me' has been on the shelves for a while now but it's safe to say it hasn't lost it's credible reputation. It has the signature Soap & Glory scent which is fresh, sweet and feminine. What's more, it's blended with body lotion for smooth, sexy skin every time. I love it because it gives you a thick lather, with plenty of bubbles and feels luxurious. 

Scrub 'Em and Leave 'Em Body Buff

  Now, I love a scrub of any kind and whether it's for your face, body or feet I always feel like they're really 'doing something'. Removing dead skin cells is essential for our body's skin cell renewal system and it also helps to hydrate the deeper layers of our skin when moisturising. With it's delectable scent, 'Scrub 'Em and Leave 'Em' is best described as a sugar scrub. It's not vigorous or harsh so suitable to use regularly. Infused with jojoba and mandarin oils, it hydrates your skin whilst it buffs and although it leaves a slight residue, it's not annoying or sticky; I actually quite like it as it makes my skin feel soft and adds a certain healthy sheen.

Neeks ☯

Valentines Day Inspired Make-Up With Urban Decay Naked 3 Palette

Aloha! 

Ahh Feb 14th a time of spoiling your lover to a romantic meal and their favorite box of choccy's, a time for having a date with your girlfriends, or a time to sit at home with a tub of Ben & Jerry's whilst listening to *I don't need a man* themed songs... (c'mon we've all been there ladies!) However you plan on spending your V.Day I created a make-up idea especially for the occasion and thought I'd share it with you all! 

Okay so a quick summery, before I go into details, I wanted this look to be more of a natural/ sophisticated look as opposed to a glam/ seductive look, which is why I opted for the soft pinky/ browns and a dash of Blackheart  (for those who haven't heard Blackheart is a jet black eye shadow with microscopic raspberry glitter, honestly up close it's beautiful and very suitable for the occasion!). I also went for romantic pink cheeks for a flirty flushed look. To be honest at first I wasn't planning on having nude lips but I felt the tradish red lips of V.Day would be over kill with this eye make-up and I particularly wanted to show you all this eye shadow combo.

Face: I started off with my Maybelline Baby Skin Instant Pore Eraser (very similar to the POREfessional for those who want to read my comparison click here). I then used a large stippling brush to buff in my Bourjois Radiance Reveal Foundation (for my review click here). I do have an on going battle with under eye circles and blemishes so covering these with my Rimmel Wake Me Up Concealer gives me an extra confidence boost. I then dab on some Top Shop Afternoon Tea Cream Blush (It compliments the Naked 3 Palette perfectly) and set with Kryolan Translucent Powder. Dab some Benefit High Beam on the cheek bones and you have an even complexion with a healthy glow.
You may have noticed this paragraph is almost exact to the Go-To Everyday Make-Up post but that's genuinley because I have exactly the same routine every day other than which blush/ bronzer I use.

Eyes/ Lips: I always start by filling in my brows with the Rimmel Eye Brow Pencil (Hazel) first as it gives me a frame to work with. I then prime my eye lids with the Original Urban Decay Primer Potion and begin to apply my eye make-up  (All the shades I used are from Urban Decay Naked 3 Palette). I began by using a big fluffy brush to apply Limit all over my eye lids. I then patted Buzz on to my lids but stopped as soon as I reached the crease (I find the patting motion is better for packing on pigment). Taking my blending blush, I worked Factory into my crease. I then added Blackheart to the outer corners and blended this down towards my lower lashes, I found that by blending it into Factory and then Buzz it has a softer finish. To finish my eye make-up I highlighted under my brows with Strange and added a coat of my trusty Max Factor False Lash Effect Mascara. Of course the look wouldn't be complete without a lipstick so I opted to go for Rimmel's Lasting Finish Lipstick (Nude Pink).

How are you spending your Valentines Day? Red or nude lips? 

Neeks x