Lip of the Day.

Am I the only one who sometimes has lazy days? Those days where you just want to throw on a t-shirt and don't feel like putting too much effort into your make-up? I turn to a bright lipstick to give the impression that I didn't just roll out of bed. The lipstick of choice today was Rio Rio, by Topshop.

Above I am wearing very minimal make-up, but I think the fact that I have such a statement red lip makes me look somewhat together. I really like Topshop lipsticks in that I find them rather moisturising and quite long-lasting. I think the pigmentation is comparable to MAC and I find myself reaching for this lipstick above any other.

The colour of this, to me, is the most wonderful shade of red. It is slightly orange toned which I find flattering against my skin-tone. It only costs £8/€9.60 when purchased here. If you're looking for a high quality but yet affordable red lippie, check it out!

Current Make Up Remover Show Down.

So above are the two lovelies which I have been relying on lately to scrub-a-dub all of the make up from my face. On the left is Origins Clean Energy cleansing oil and on the right L'Oreal 3 in 1 Micellar Solution. I originally wanted Bioderma as opposed to the L'Oreal micellar water but I wasn't sure where to source it. (On a sidenote, if anybody does know where I can get my hands on some, please let me know!)

As you can see from how much of this I have used, I do love the Origins cleansing oil. I bought it at the Origins counter in House of Fraser, Dundrum and the lady there was so sweet to me. She gave me a lot of good advice on skincare! The pump is sold separately but in my opinion, necessary if you don't want to pour your money right down the drain!

As far as its cleansing ability goes, I find that I don't need to use very much of this to take off a full face of make up. For reference, I have had this bottle for three months and use it about five times a week. It doesn't leave an oily residue, though personally I don't particularly like to use it on my eyes because I find my vision can be a little blurry for a while afterwards!
The major pro of this product is no need for cotton wool, cotton pads etc. - you can simply massage it right into your skin with your fingers! I find it very effective overall and I imagine that I will re-purchase it in the future.

This L'Oreal micellar water is a make up remover which I am now coming to the end of. Price wise, it is so much cheaper than the Origins oil and just as good, though in a different way.

I use cotton pads with this remover - pictured - and it generally takes me about five cotton pads, including taking off my eye make up. It is extremely gentle on the skin but it even removes waterproof mascara! The only downside to this, for me, is that my face doesn't feel 'clean' after use. The Origins cleansing oil involves rinsing with water so I feel that I can move on to toning and moisturising but with this, I just want to wash my face! Not exactly a lazy girls dream!





I am quite happy with these two particular removers, but as always, I am interested in suggestions! If anybody is using or has used a make up remover or cleansers that they thought were great, please share them with me! I would love to know! Alternatively, if you have related blog posts, link me :)

NOTD: Butler Please by Essie.

It's true - there are certain things in life that I simply cannot say no to. Vibrant blue nail varnishes are one of them, so when I saw this pretty Essie polish, I had to have it. I bought this at Target in the US for approximately $8 but in Ireland, Essie can be purchased at Boots (definitely Liffey Valley) for €14.99. Pricey, but in my opinion the formulation of this brand makes them worth it.

As you can see, it is a striking cobalt blue. I did two coats of colour and topped it with Sally Hansen Insta-Dri anti-chip top coat. For a cheaper alternative, I recommend AWOL by Topshop, available here!

November Wish-List.

The above are the goodies that I have my eye on for purchase this month!

River Island silver boyfriend cardigan - It is available to buy here for £40. I think it's a perfect addition to any winter wardrobe. Versatile because of its colour and striking all the same because of its texture. Of course I love it because it's fluffy and that is totally me.

BaByliss Pro Perfect Curl - I am SO intrigued by this hair styling tool! I love curling wands because naturally I have super straight hair and like a lot of people, I want what I don't have. However, it is rather time consuming having to curl an entire head of hair every day. The Pro Perfect Curl draws your hair into chamber and leaves you with the 'perfect' curl - no twisting, no winding, no worrying about burning your fingers! It is being sold for a special price of £165 here with free delivery. I do hope to be back with a review soon.

Missguided Tricia Buckle Side Cut Out Boots - I have been lusting over these boots for a few weeks now and I have finally decided that I have to have them. They are £39.99 which I think is a great price and I adore all of the chunky buckles. Very on trend with the cut out sides, and I think I prefer them to the River Island cut out boots with gold hardware which seem to be everywhere right now. You can buy 'em right here and remember Missguided do a 10% student discount!

Essie Toggle To The Top - My favourite colour from the Essie Winter collection of 2013, a glitter packed red. I am mostly a lover of brighter nails - mint greens, indigo blue, but I feel like I need a more season appropriate nail hue and this is my choice. I think it will be wonderful for the Christmas party season too! Stay tuned to see this on my nails very soon!

New Look Gold Layered Chain Necklace - I can't believe that this necklace is only £14.99! I think a statement necklace is the best thing ever. I own way too many but this one deserves a place around my neck for being so beautiful, so striking and so affordable. It would add punch to any outfit. Snap it up here!

NARS Guy Bourdin One Night Stand Cheek palette - There is not much to say about this palette other than... WOW! NARS blushes are my weakness, I'm not even going to try to resist this baby! £45 from Space NK here!


If you'd like to read my thoughts on the above, check back in! I will be posting reviews when I get my mitts on each and every one :)