Soap & Glory Body Butter.

Body Butters

I absolutely love Soap & Glory they are by far one of my favorite brands that I will forever keep returning too.  When I saw these 3 body butters in my stocking filler last Christmas I was ecstatic. I have only previously used the righteous butter.  

The body butters are so rich and smooth they glide on like a dream and leave your skin feeling like a baby's bottom! Not forgetting the smell of these beauty's that leave you smelling just as strong as when you first applied but all day long! 

I have not come across a body butter that can beat Soap & Glory's as of yet. My favorite by far has to be the Sugar Crush body butter the smell is just phenomenal and the sugar scrub is even better! It smells so good I could eat it!  

I know I have left it extremely late before reviewing however hopefully they will bring these out in time for Christmas again so you can pick them up for a loved one or just to treat your self. They are a great little handbag  size so  are very travel friendly as appose to the rather large container for home use. 

Maryam x

Cargo Cosmetics Lipstick review..

NAPA

 

The first time I saw this was on my friend who is manager at Cargo she has the same skin tone as me and it looked gorgeous on her so I had to have it! I have never seen such a beautiful shade before it is truly stunning! It has deep plum shades perfect for this season! It glides effortlessly it is creamy vibrant yet long lasting trust me this will not budge! Now I'm just looking for the perfect lip liner to go with it any recommendations? 

 

 

 

If you click on the picture below you should be directed to Cargo Cosmetics site! :)

 This is a picture of Napa taken in 3 very different lighting situations the outcome is very different yet all so beautiful.

Excuse the size of the pictures for some reason I cant shrink them!

Another apology!

I have been working like crazy lately and amongst that have a whole load of other things going on which has stopped me from posting! 

I would just like to wish everybody a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. 

Lets hope 2014 will be full of joy, excitement and happiness all round. Inshallah.

I'm leaving you with some looks I have created that you can use for the party season!

Maryam x

Glow all out review and an apology.

Soo sorry for the absence I have been soo busy and poorly.
I've not been able to keep up my mini series series of recipes for health benefits. I thought I'd leave you with a quick review of a product I have been in LOVE with lately!

Yes, it's another from Soap and Glory (love them). "Glow all out" what they say...

"Use it to lift up your cheekbones or dust lightly all over for a 'moonlit' look. Featuring LIGHTSCRAMBLE™ Luminospheres Pigment Pearls and extended wear silicone technology."

What I think...
This is my go to product, I love love love this highlighter I use it on a daily basis and it has never disappointed. It last all day on some days it has been the only thing left on my face however it is not one of those products that is hard to remove with makeup remover, wipes etc. The luminosity of this powder is gorgeous with a healthu glow and blue and pink pigments going through it. It is a real must have and a definite re purchase! The packaging is also so gorgeous and eco friendly!

I had a look on the S&G website and couldn't find it so I hope they are not discontinuing it however it is still in Boots at the moment so go and grab it!

Maryam x

P.s please excuse the layout,  the blogger app is not so fantastic and I am without a laptop! 

Benefit Hello Flawless VS MAC Studio Fix Fluid

Benefit Hello Flawless

Shade: Toasted Beige 

Well what can I say this is truly a keeper! I wanted a light foundation I could wear on a daily basis but with still enough coverage. I went into Debenhams and got matched up at Benefit. The way the girl did my make-up was amazing and my skin looked flawless. When I got home and tried it my self I wasn't so keen but then thought it might be the primer so tried it without, it was ok but still wasn't perfect and I wasn't going to be repurchasing... That is until this morning when I decided to use Body Shops vitamin C skin reviver as my primer wow the foundation applied effortlessly and looked so smooth with even coverage and tone. I am now sold on this it is my favourite it is light enough for me not to notice I am wearing foundation, super blend able and lasts all day! I love the texture of the formula and how hydrating it is. Also a huge plus the packaging it is a pump which means minimum waste and so easy when your in a rush. I will definitely be repurchasing.

Overall thoughts: LOVE LOVE LOVE!

MAC Studio Fix Fluid

Shade: NC42

I used to LOVE this foundation I wore it everyday and then I stopped wearing it for a while. I find it a bit heavy at times but I think it was down to the wrong brush. I felt like it oxidised and made me look orange, saying that my skin changes and I switch my make-up regularly to keep up. It also helps to have the right moisturiser etc. at the moment my skin care regime has got a LOT better from my none existing one before. I tried my studio fix fluid the other day just to see how it would turn out and I fell in love all over the colour was perfect and I had ex foliated and moisturised before hand. The foundation lasted all day through the heat, sweat and rubbing on clothes etc. I realised why I used to love this foundation so much. The only problem is the packaging the glass bottle makes it kind of hard to get all the foundation off I have to leave the bottle upside down and I hate wasting product.

Overall thoughts: Great foundation for all kinds of coverage will re purchase.

Benefit Hello Flawless hands down WINNER!

MAC Studio Fix Fluid on the left and Benefit Hello Flawless on the right. The MAC foundation has more orange tones which can make you look a bit too orange at times whereas the Benefit make up works perfect with my skin tone.

Excuse the scratches I've got a kitten :) 

Maryam x