Review + Swatches: Maybelline Color Tattoos!

I've been literally obsessed with Maybelline Color Tattoos ever since I bought my first one, in my opinion they are one of the best drugstore products on the market. If you don't know what these are, hello where have you been? They are cream eyeshadows that claim to last for hours and hours without creasing or fading, and let me tell you they do live up to their claims! For those of you that have a problem with eyeshadow creasing on your lids, use these as a base or simply as an allover the lid shade, you will be surprised at how well they last! Every of the 5 shades I own feels really creamy and is easy to blend, I haven't had any problems with my Color Tattoos drying out aswell (just make sure you screw the lid really tightly). 

Pomegranate Punk: I wore this all autumn long, no kidding. It's a really unique shade, a deep cranberry with a bit of purple in it. Stunning if you are feeling in the mood for a smokey eye with a twist!

Bad To The Bronze: Say hello to the most talked about eyeshadow for the last two years or so, everyone and their mothers owns this, it's insane. It's a straight out bronze, so versatile and perfect for the neutral eyeshadows lovers.

Though As Taupe: A matte greyish taupe, this pairs so well with my Naked 2 palette. Not at all chalky despite its finish


Barely Branded: This shade is from the "Metal" collection, meaning it has a beautiful metallic sheen to it. This is a light beige, perfect for everyday as an allover the lid color!

Inked In Pink: Another one from the "Metal" collection. This one is more on the "colorful" side but still a wearable shade. It's a pink with rose gold undertones, if you own the Naked 3 palette, this practically screams your name *winks*.


Laurence 
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The Edit: Faking Glowing Skin

You know those days during wintertime when you're skin looks dull, lackluster, pale and dry? Well, lucky you, I am introducing to you today a few of my best friends during these colder months. Let's just jump into it, shall we?

Start by prepping your skin (after washing it, preferably with a creamier cleanser!) with an oil. Contrary to popular belief, oils aren't going to make your face melt off during the day, it will just inject that glow while keeping skin moisturized. My current favorite is the Josie Maran Argan Oil, a lighweight option. Don't forget eye cream aswell, since you want a smooth canvas for your concealer. With the Origins GinZing Eye Cream, I can even skip concealer since this wonderful little products has a pinky shimmery color that reflects light and diffuses those pesky undereye circles!

Makeup wise, I have to say that I love full coverage foundations but when my skin is incredibly dry, I opt for a BB Cream or a Tinted Moistuizer. At the moment, the Smashbox Photo Ready BB Cream is my most loved, not too dewy, not too matte, just bang in the middle. I then set my t-zone with the fabulous Hourglass Ambient Lightning Powder in Diffused Light, an undetectable yellow toned setting powder with a faint shimmer, it keeps things fresh and blurs redness. For an extra bit of oomph, I dust Dior Highlighting Powder in Rose Diamond all-over with a big fluffy powder brush. Almost done! You can stop here if you find this is enough for you but I like to add a bit of Benefit High Beam on the high points of my face. Don't worry, you won't look like a glitter ball! Your complexion will look luminous and awake, you can thank me later!

Laurence 

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I'm Back+Life Update!

Hello ladies, long time no talk eh?

First of all, I want to apologize for my absence, I just wasn't really feeling like blogging for the past months, reason being I was dealing with some serious personnal issues. Now, I guess I am in a better place and got my problems sorted. Second of all, blogging on my IPad was a pain in the ass so my boyfriend decided to buy us a laptop and I have to say it will probably make my blogging life a lot simpler. I've been really thinking about starting YouTube videos for a few weeks now aswell. Only thing is, I'm pretty scared honestly. Should I do it? I's a hell of a commitment, I would probably be 10 times more busy and I don't know if I could handle it. Anyway, another great thing is, I will probably be getting a new camera soon to take even better photographs for my blog! A lot of stuff is changing for me right now, change feels great! I feel like I was stuck in the same place for years but now, my life is moving forward. I am not sure if you care but, I got a new job, it was my dream job since I was really young and I am so grateful, I adore it. Honestly guys, I will say I am happy, finally.

So, new posts are coming soon and maybe some other exciting things! I promised myself I would work hard. Lastly, I want to wish to all of you Happy Holidays! I can't wait for Christmas to come!

Big kisses xx

Laurence