This Week In Pictures #5

#1 my girls 21st surprise birthday #2 still reminiscing #3 lipstick heaven #4 nars the vault #5 merry christmas! #6 christmas eve pub blondies #7 works night out #8 husband #9 wedding day #10 where do you want to be in 5 years.. #11 bars the vault.. again #12 first dance 

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'I always believe there's beauty in everybody' Francois Nars

When i first saw this product, i instantly fell in love with everything about it (apart from the price). Nars has seriously outdone themselves with this amazing The Vault set which includes 10 full sized audacious lipsticks and 10 nail polishes. The brand has bought out this vault to celebrate their 20 years anniversay all shades chosen by the founder Francois Nars for there strength, character and timelessness. 

Putting the price tag aside this would be an ideal gift for someone wanting to try the brand on a big scale! or for the girl who has everything. theres a great shade range from brown nudes to dark reds and everything in-between! All the lipsticks are super hydrating and have a lovely glossy finish, they are so pigmented and have a great colour pay off, although not the longest lasting lipsticks I've tried they are one of the best for colour range. The nail polishes are also up there in quality, all colours are super wearable but all very different and ideal for every occasion, the brush is full and fat which makes application super easy, and after 1 to 2 coats the colour is completely opaque. 

All of this is beautifully packaged in a top quality keep sake velvet vault box, with an oversized interior mirror that reflects a quote from Francios Nars. This makeup vault is limited addiction and won't be around for too much longer so grab yours now if this is your sorta thang! 

Nail Polish Shades include: Ecume, Ithanque, Orgasm, Trouvulle, Schiap, Hunger, Dovima, Jungle Red, Purple Rain and Black Room. 

Audacious Lipstick Shades include: Raqhel, Anita, Jane, Claudia, Michiyo, Grace, Lana, Carman, Vivien and Sandra. 

Available at Selfridges, £330 (deep breath)

Christmas Wish List

Samsung NX3000 £199.99

I have been in search for a new camera for a while, and finally think i found a gem, i love the vintage kinda look with this one and the flip screen so you can take the infamous selfies whilst making sure you look half decent. it is 20.3 megapixels and has a separate lens incase you find it too bulky. i might just have to buy this as a christmas present to myself.

Black Leather Look Long Biker Jacket £85.00

Leather (faux ofcourse) is my thing, and ive been hunting online for a leather jacket that is slightly longer in length then the norm, this one is perfect. it cinches in at the waste to make it really flattering but long enough to keep you warm in these chilly months, it also comes with a detachable faux fur collar.

Nars The Vault Collection £330.00

Wow. Seriously Wow. This would be the perfect present for any girl who is an beauty addict. In this new collection from Nars you get 10 lipsticks and 10 nail polishes, all that compliment each other. This is a super luxe product and with a hefty price tag of basically a months rent im sure its worth it.

Black Snake Print Lace Up Trainers £32.00

To be fair im not a massive trainer fan, but i was really drew to these. They are still super casual but with a little extra, ive been loving the snake print recently and think these would make a casual outfit something else.

Laura Mercier Mini Caviar Colour Collection £38.00

Christmas collections this year has been one of the best yet, these included. This set includes 6 mini cream eye shadow sticks, all shimmer and all neutral champagnes, bronzes, golds and topes. Ideal for the party season and at a very reasonable price.

Nails Inc Be Gelous Nail Polish Collection £37.80

Another amazing christmas set is this one from Nails Inc, you get 6 8ml gel effect polishes in all very wearable shades. You get a metallic red, dark aubergine, glossy violet, dark mauve, pale pink and a silver multi glitter. ideal for any occasion use one of the opaque colours on there own or with the glitter on top!

Bobbi Brown Travel Brush Set £89.00

Perfect for those rushed off your feet busy days, at the office to a party. Need makeup done quickly and easily this is the ideal set. It includes two face brushes, a brow brush, ultra fine eye liner brush and eyeshadow brushes for any eye look you'd need. This set (the size of my palm) comes in this beautiful brown croc like effect wallet which will fit in perfectly in your everyday bag, only down side is theres no mirror, but hey its still a wonderful set.

Kate Spade Ladies Metro Watch £195.00

I love this watch by kate spade, its the perfect size, not to big or too small and has all colours i love on a watch, the black quilted strap makes it look very sophisticated and the gold detailing and the white face is very chic, ideal christmas present for any lady!

Whats on your christmas wish list ?!

This Week In Pictures #4 I GOT MARRIED!

#1 i love you. #2 my bestest bridesmaid. #3 my other equally as special guy in my life. #4 scrap booking. #5 i love french bull dogs. #6 my bae on our honeymoon. #7 SHOTS #8 my beautiful wedding dress. #9 hey girl #10 fabulous friends #11 dream come true. #12 my first meal as a mrs. 

My One and Only, 

TRANSITION OUTFIT.

White Lace Bralet - Topshop £22 

Chunky Chelsea Boots - Linzi £30

Black Fedora - River Island £25

Monochrome Oversized Jacket - Inthestyle £38.99 

Baby Blue Mom Jeans - Topshop £40

Black Leather White Faced Watch - Asos Daniel Wellington £159

Purple Lips

Laqa & Co Lip Pencil (Menatour) - £14.95

Purple lips have always kinda scared me, it's one of those lipstick shades I just never thought I could pull off.. Yesterday when I opened this months Birchbox I saw this purple crayon lipstick from Laqa and Co and at first thought I thought it would be a complete waste for me, but I gave it a go and was very pleasantly surprised as it actually looked really nice, its semi shear and super moisturising. It's a bright purple shade with a pink undertones, as it's more of a balm it isn't so long lasting but at first wear I really liked it. I haven't had it long enough to give if a full on review but if your looking for a easy transition colour to get more into bold colours I'd definitely consider this. If this colour doesn't really take your fancy then no worries there are plenty more colour shades of this lip pencil. Go take a browse! 

New Shower Must Haves

Bumble and Bumble Mending Masque £29.00

Theres something very luxurious about this mask, a right treat for my hair! After a long week my hair is crying out for some hydration and this mask from bumble and bumble is ideal. I use it once a week to turn back some of the damage my hair goes through from the heat and every day life. It is most affective on colour treated hair and those who love a hot hair tool. I leave it on for 10 minutes whilst having my sunday shower and not only does it leave my locks super soft and shiny but also stronger and super hydrated. 

Key Ingredients: Pantethine (repairs, strengthens, and protects hair); lipid blend of linoleic acid, squalene, phosopholipids, and barley, and wheat germ extracts (conditions and strengthens); panthenol, panthenyl ethyl ether, and creatine (condition); phytantriol (protects from heat damage and fights flyaways)

This weekly masque although on the slightly pricey side is totally worth it in my eyes, for the new lease of life it gets your hair i will forever purchase. 

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Decleor Relax Intense Relaxing Shower Oil £22.50 

 I do love a shower oil, they are 1000 times more moisturising and pleasant to use than a normal shower gel. I always loved the Loccitance Shower Oil but when i got this for christmas i was completely hooked. This shower oil transforms into a silky lather when mixed with water to gently cleanse the skin. It feels super moisturising and foams really well to spread all over. With a cocktail of oils including Tonka Bean, Ylang Ylang, Vetiver and Jojoba oil it transforms my scaly dry skin into a moisturised delight. Its also a great product to use when shaving, as it hydrated the skin and helps the razor glide softly. After using this product i hardly feel like i need to use a moisturiser once ive got out the shower as you can still feel the product sinking into the skin. Dont wory ladies it doesn't leave a oily film on the skin just a super soft moisturising feel that lasts all day. 

Current Favourites #1

This month has definitely been one of those 'go on treat yourself' 'indulge a little bit' kinda months. Ive found some right good gems that ive been loving and a few holy grails to add to the bunch.. 

YSL Baby Doll Kiss and Blush - Rouge Libertine £27.00

When i heard about this new collection i couldn't wait to get my hands on them, they are right up my street in terms of lip products, this multipurpose product is a liquid lipstick and blush in one. Personally i haven't used it as a blush but as a lipstick its absolutely beautiful. The shade i have is a deep bold red ideal to make any makeup look that little bit more special. It goes on so smooth and has the perfectly shaped applicator to make application on the cupids bow perfect with no mess. this liquid lipstick goes on glossy and dries matte, it is super long lasting but still hydrates the lips and left them non dry without any cracking. If your looking for a no fuss long lasting lipstick and dont mind the slightly hefty price tag give this a go!

Topshop Glow Stick - Play Up £10.00 

Ive been on the search for the perfect highlight for so long and theres always been something missing .. until now! This has got to be the best highlight ive ever used drugstore and high end. It comes in a kinda chunky crayon form with a twist up applicator. It has no chunky glitter like you find in most highlights just pure pearly champagne shimmer, to apply i just sweep it across the high points of my cheek bones, down the bridge of my nose and blend, because of the chunky form it puts just the right amount of product on the skin, with just a quick blend your good to go. Its not subtle by a long shot but for illuminated dimensions this highlighter stick enhances and accents facial contours perfectly.

Mac Pro Longwear Concealer - NW20 £15.50 

Holy grail concealer right here! I think this is kinda new as i haven't heard much rave about it yet but im sure it will come! this concealer does exactly what its meant to, conceal, and as the name suggest it is super long lasting which is ideal for long days and nights when you need your make up to stay in place. I was pleasantly surpriced how long lasting it was as it felt so lightweight and didn't dry or go into any fine lines around my eyes. Id say this concealer is definitely medium to full coverage, ideal for those stubborn blemishes and tired old suitcases under your eyes. 

Mac Lipstick - Lady Danger £15.00 

If your on the hunt for a staple signature red then please look no further! Lady Danger by MAC is a matte orangey red that delivers the staying power we expect from MAC formulations, although i found it slightly drying on its own with a hydrating lip balm underneath it gave it a lovely glossy bold finish. 

What have you been loving this month?? 

This Week In Pictures #3

(from top left to right) #1 Jesus sandals (quick post here) #2 Mulberry clutch #3 Selfie #4 Batman pjs #5 Mac lipstick Lady Danger #6 Timehop Egypt #7 New purchases (post coming soon) #8 Timehop (last day of school) #9 pretty flowers, thanks hubby! #10 soppy quote #11 Top golf with the hubby. 

Would love to see your weeks in pictures!! 

Jesus sandals

Hey sweets, 

Quick post declaring my love for one of my new purchases! For the past few months ive lived in my chunky biker boots living completely in my comfort zone but finally decided as the warm weather is on it's way it was time to find something more summer friendly, these are a great translation shoes from boots and oh my they are the comfiest shoes I've ever worn. They have a soft foam middle that makes them so comfy and easy to walk in plus look great with pretty much anything. For just £14.99 from H&M they are sucha star buy!

Palette Of The Month #1

I have a never ending draw full of palettes from eyes to cheek to lips, ill get hooked on one use it endlessly for a few weeks then have an affair with another, so thought why not make it a  thing talking about my favourite palette of the month.. When it comes to eyeshadow palettes we all know Urban Decay rock it..

Ive had this palette in my collection since christmas and until last month haven't really touched it, the Naked Basics palette from Urban Decay is a eyeshadow palette full with 6 neutral shades, Venus which is a soft pearl off-white matte with a subtle glow, Foxy a matte cream , W.O.S (Walk Of Shame) a light pinky under-toned matte nude, Naked 2 a warm matte taupe, Faint a dark matte brown and finally Crave a pure matte black, all nicely contained in a small travel friendly (with a good size mirror) compact.

This is a great on the go and travel light palette because of its multi purpose, i use three of the shades for eye shadow (Foxy, W.O.S and Naked 2) they are so good for everyday natural makeup looks. Faint, the dark brown is an ideal shade for me to use to fill in my eyebrows and Venus, the pearl shimmer is a great highlight for under the brow bone, cheek bones and down the bridge of the nose. If im feeling slightly more adventurous or need to turn my day look into night ill also use the black matte shade Crave as a eyeliner blended above the lash line for a more smoky eye.

All the shades are very highly pigmented and are buttery soft, its a great all round multipurpose palette that can so easily slip into your handbag for your make up on the go needs. If your not a matte kinda gall id definitely still give this a try as im sure every girl could get it to work for her, at a reasonable price of £22 its a very reasonably price palette for what you can get out of it. Get yours here! 

im always on the hunt for the perfect nude palette, suggestions ?? 

New Launches 2014

Its that time of year again when brands bring out there new summer collections with bright bold colours and beautiful products, these are just some of my favorite products from new collections that im absolutely loving.

Mac Lorde Collection £15-£17- 

Pop star Lorde collaborates with MAC and launchers her new collection. Not exactly summery but definitely powerful, her new editions of lipstick in Pure Heroin and penultimate eye liner in Rapid black. The deep plum lip could turn any simple makeup look into something so powerful. The new collection launches online on 5th June.

Guerlain Terracotta Sun Celebration Bronzing Powder and Blush £47.84 - 

This multitasking bronzer and blush looks more like a work of art, almost too good to use! Guerlain have bought out this product to celebrate their 30th anniversary and it looks like the best one yet. It contains 4 different shades, a light pink, coral, dark brown and a gold shimmer, all swirled together can give the best flush of colour with a golden glow. It is now available online at Sephora. 

Dior Addict Fluid Sticks £26 - 

I was super excited to get my hands on these little beauties, with the colour pay off and long last wear of a liquid lipstick, shiny gloss of a lip-gloss and moisturising lightweight feel of a balm this is the wonder lip product. Dior has once again not dissapointed with the luxurious packaging and even more luxurious product. they are super pigmented and would complete any makeup look with the vast beautiful shade range. 16 shades for everyone to be able to find the right colour for them and for every occasion. 

Hourglass Ambient Lighting Palette £56 - 

Now i know this isnt exactly a new launch, but its still just as exciting! Last year Hourglass bought out their ambient lighting powders in three shades and the hype around this product was insane, they then bought out the palette of all three shades as a limited edition product. Thankfully they have now made it part of there permanent collection which i am super happy about seeing as ive already hit pan! crazy. This wonder product helps brightens appearance, conceals imperfections, pores and wrinkles.  Hourglass use a opaque pigment to create a transparent coverage and a flawless complexion. 

What new/current collections are you loving?? 

This Week In Pictures #2

(from top left to right)

#1 face of the day #2 pre night out selfie #3 new bargain watch, get yours here! #4 jays new tattoo #5 weekly brush clean #6 summer time lip post, read here! #7 summer time lip post in process #8 power couple #9 daily walk with my boy #10 wedding card #11 girls night out #12 another selfie (shock)

instagram - @shansemainex

What have you been up to this week?? 

Best Drugstore Night Out Foundation

Packed club, not enough aircon and shiny face is my dread on every night out.

There's three things I look for in a foundation for a night out, full coverage, no SPF and humidity proof. This foundation has all these and more, for a cheap drugstore foundation it's great for a flawless complexion that can stand the humidity and those long nights dancing. 

The Rimmel Lasting Finish 25 Hour foundation is one that i think doesn't get enough praise, it has all i look for in a high coverage foundation. it is a matte finish, but on my skin looks slightly dewy (not shiny) which is perfect and has such long lasting power. it states that it can last for 25 hours and although i dont know anyone who would keep there foundation on for that long it probably would last. its perfect for those days and nights when you need high coverage and you need it to last for a long period. 

Its enriched with revitalising mineral complex and moisturising aqua primer which is great to keep skin hydrated and is described as Rimmel's first sweat, heat humidity and transfer proof. I believe it lives up to this and is especially good for a night out when your taking the infamous toilet selfies seeing as it has no SPF you wont look like a ghost in photos. 

Even though this is a high coverage foundation, i find it so lightweight, non-cakey and so easy to buff evenly into the skin for a flawless completion. The only downside is the shade range, there is only 6 available shades which i doubt would match everyone's skin-tone completely. i use the shade 303 true nude which i was pleasantly surprised matched me perfectly. 

Overall i am super happy with this foundation, for the bargain price of £7.99 its pretty much perfect and i think everyone needs it in there collection as it would work with all skin types. 

Beauty Wish List

Its been a while since ive had a splurge at the beauty counters but that doesn't mean i haven't been temped. Here are a few bits that just had to be on my wishlist. 

Estee Lauder Double Wear Brush-On Glow BB Highlighter £23.50 - Seems like forever ive been looking for the perfect highlighter which is great at brightening and concealing under the eyes and until now i haven't found anything that completely conceals my under eye suitcases, ive heard a lot of hype around this product so im hoping its going to do the job. i will definitely report back! 

By Terry Ombre Blackstar  Melting Eye Shadows £30 - I am super excited to try these eye shadow crayons, they look perfect for those days when i need something quick and easy over my lids. they have a great choice of shimmery shades and are described as smudge proof with multi-active black pearl extracts. swipe over the lids, a quick blend and your good to go! the shade Blond Opal looks particular appealing to me, its a champagne shade which would look great in the corner and under the eyes to simply brighten. 

Omorovicza Deep Cleansing Mask £57 - Recently my skin has been doing the complete opposite to what i want, breaksouts here, there and everywhere! i really need a good deep cleanse and my other clay masks just haven't been making the grade. this however seems just what i need. This calcium and magnesium rich mask is described to clear congested  pores and brighten skin as it draws out impurities. 

Clarins Summer Bronzing Compact - This little beauty hasn't been released yet but you can be sure, i will be the first one at my local John Lewis the day it does. i have written a blog post about the whole 2014 collection, click here to have a read! 

Urban Decay Revolution Lipstick In The Shade Bang £15 - This product on my wishlist is all down to Lilly Melrose who is a fellow Blogger and Youtuber. Ive been looking for the perfect orange red lipstick for ages and whilst watching her latest video she mentioned this product and said how long lasting it was, the colour is a beautiful red with orange undertones. It doesn't seem too matte which is what i look for in a red lipstick but it still has long lasting power. looks right up my street!

By Terry Tint To Lip £22 - I love a good lip tint, there so ideal for when your on the go all day, you dont need to worry if its smudged or rubbed off like most lipsticks and glosses. I found these really interesting, they are described as a 'tattoo finish' and by the sounds of that they must be super long lasting. the colours are super bold which is great for the upcoming summer. 

Dior 3 Couleurs Smoky Nude Palette £36 - Now i certainly dont need another nude palette but they are a total addiction for me. Most of my palettes are massive and not exactly travel friendly. So i was searching around the web for a more travel friendly smaller one and found this smoky nude palette by Dior, it looks perfect 3 nude shades to create the perfect smoky eye. 

What's on your wishlist this month??

Bargain Brushes.

Hi I'm Shavannah and I'm a makeup brush addict. 

Brushes are what complete a make up look, could you imagine doing your whole makeup routine with just your fingers? He'll no. I am forever putting new brushes to the test and exploring different ways and techniques to use them to the best of there ability - they can instantly turn your completion into a flawless delight. Now days brushes from brands like MAC, Bobbi Brown and the rest are around the £20-£30 mark which to be honest is day light robbery but thankfully the pixie woo sisters saved our bank balances and launched there own brush range called real technique, now I won't blabber on about them seeing as everyone and their mother has them but they are such lovely quality brushes at such affordable prices. At around £20 for a set I'm more than happy to pay that but when you can find a pretty spot on dupe for less than half that I'm even more pleased. 

These brushes are pretty identical, looks wise and the way they work. They come in sets of 5 (or singerly) and include 1 duo fibre brush, 2 dense angled brushes, a large tapered brush and a short round dense brush. They are amazing for any face needs ( foundation, concealer, contour, blush, highlight, powder) they are soo soft and wash completely fine they also come in pink and gold which is a good little bonus. They seem to be the same quality as any high end brush I own and are soo worth there £8 price tag. 

You can get yours here!

Cleansing Balm - Wonder Product?

Since for as long as i can remember i have only used liquid cleansers and i was quite happy with the results they gave. until recently when cleansing balms really started to make there mark on the beauty world i never gave them a second look. I have heard such great things about them i just had to get involved. 

This cleansing balm from Elemis is just sight a delight to use and as silly as it sounds i cant wait to cleanse my face every morning and evening. you literally need the tiniest amount as it melts so lovely into your fingers and a little goes a long way. The smell wont be to everyone's taste but i find it so calming and relaxing, it smells slightly menthol, but also a hint of rose/ spa like. I have combination skin with a oily t-zone so was sceptical at first incase it broke me out or made my skin feel more oily but it still worked wonders. 

I find this balm very hydrating rather than stripping the skin of essential oils plus it doubles up as a treatment mask. If i really feel like i need a pamper i put this on have a nice bath and wash it off 10 minutes later, the next day my skin looks much more radiant and plump, gives me a great confidence boost to start the day off! 

It comes with a flannel which i love using rather than a muslin cloth as it gives a nice exfoliating texture and can really get to every last spec of make up. 

Overall this is a wonder product and i cant rave about it enough, its slightly on the pricey side but for what you get it is seriously worth it. 

Ingredients; It is formulated with all natural oils grown within the UK, and combines starflower, elderberry and optimega oils with rose and mimosa waxes. Plus has anti-ageing pavonica to norish skin and give a glowing complexion. 

Available from Feelunique for £39.50 

Clarins Summer 2014 Colours Of Brazil Collection.

As soon as i saw this collection i instantly fell in love, Clarins really knows how to bring out an amazing collection and this seems to be there best one yet. These are a few things im so eager to get my hands on when it launches sometime this month. 

Firstly their new summer bronzing compact looks divine, i have the bronzing compact from their 2013 collection and if its anything like that i know im going to love it. It is a mixture of a dark matte brown and a lighter brown with subtle shimmer to create a natural but sun kissed glow. 

This eyes palette really interests me mainly because of the electric blue eye liner that looks like it could turn a simple nude eye look into something very powerful. it also contains 4 wet and dry eye shadows including matte, iridescent and satin effect. 

Truly waterproof mascaras are what these sleek little gems are called and id be very interested to see if they live up to there title. These mascaras apparently are the best of both thickening and lengthening and 12 hour water proof hold, hmm cant wait to try! 

And finally, slightly late to the show Clarins have decided to launch their very own version of the lip balm crayons. These balms are described as having a creamy texture, ultra shiny and be instantly moisturising. 

Source - lamasatonline.net 

Summer Time Lip.

(From left to right)

Clinique Chubby Stick - Curvy Candy. £17 

This particular lip product is one of those get up and go, no need to think to much into it and would go with any makeup look. Clinique describe this shade as bubblegum pink which is pretty accurate. As its a sheer balm crayon it is so moisturising and and silky on the lips and unlike most balms you can really build this shade up and get a very full pop of colour. it leaves a very glossy finish ideal for the upcoming summer months. Clinique is the mother of crayon balms and these are far better quality then some other crayons ive tried from other brands. 

Rimmel Lasting Finish Kate Moss - Vibrant Coral 110 £5.49.

This Rimmel lipstick is great for turning a simple make up look into something a bit more special. It is a vibrant coral (like the name suggests) with red undertones, its a velvet matte finish and lasts absolutely all day. It doesn't smudge or get all over your face after eating or drinking so ideal for long days/nights out and although it can be quite drying using a good quality lip balm like the Nuxe Rev De Mel will sort that out straight away. Overall its great value for money and the colour pay off is lovely. 

MAC Lipstick - Brave £15. 

This is one of my favourite MAC lipstick of all time, its so versatile and can be used all year long. its a muted pink beige shade and could go with any makeup look. As its a satin finish its semi matte and as like most MAC satin lipsticks it can be slightly drying so would recommend using a lip scrub and balm before applying to help this beaut look at its best! 

Bourjor Rouge Edition - Corail En Vouge 19. £7.99

I have been reaching for this lipstick most than all my others lately, i love chucking this on before i leave for work for a slight pop of colour. its a peach nude shade and love wearing it everyday, its extremely glossy, soft and moisturising. it doesn't have as good of pay off as some others but for a really simple nude lip i will always gravitate to this. I can hardly feel it when i wear it, feels almost air whipped mouse and it doesn't dry out at all. 

Maybelline Colour Sensation - Coral Tonic 442. £7.19 

This lipstick is so similar to the Rimmel Vibrant Coral one but with slightly more orange undertones and alot more creamy and less matte. if you like the Rimmel one but dont like a matte finish then this would be for you, the colour pay off is amazing and will last for ages only needed a slight touch up here and there. its a great transition colour from the colder months to the warmer. Its not too much to wear during the day and looks great for a night out. 

This Week In Pictures #1

(from top left) #1 cheeky night out with the finance. #2 casual stroll in the park (major obsession with tartan). 3# my beautiful little boy malcolm on his evening walk. #4 my new acrylic nail polish stand sucha star buy! #5 recent blog post, green with envy. #6 face of the day. #7 amazing brush set, real technique dupe! #8 my mr done good, pretty flowers! #9 food coma. #10 few cheeky drinks after work. #11 sadly very true. #12 selfieeee

Instagram @shansemainex

Purse Friendly Face Masks.

I am a major lover of face masks and like nothing more then pampering myself after a long day at work or a heavy night out, they are great at giving your skin that extra boost to help you look your absolute best, but they can be pricy and my bank balance isnt a massive fan, so recently ive been researching and testing out some purse friendly homemade masks and ive been loving the results. 

Banana Mask 

- Mash one half banana and mix in a tablespoon of orange juice with one table spoon of honey
Leave for 15 minutes and wash off. Best result for giving skin a healthy glow (all skin types)

Breakfast Mask  

- Mix egg yolk, a table spoon of honey, half a cup of oatmeal and a table spoon of olive oil. 
Leave for 15 - 20 minutes and wash off. Complete with protein and whole grain used to correct and calm oily skin. 

Honey and Papaya Mask 

- Blend together two table spoons of honey and half a cup of mashed ripe papaya 
Leave for 15 - 20 minutes and wash off. Specifically for whose who have hyper-pigmentation, sun spots and uneven pigment. 

Honey Citrus Mask 

- Mix three table spoons of orange juice and half a cup of honey 
Leave for 20 minutes and wash off. Quick fix to give face a healthy organic glow. 

Spring Ready.

Allsorts White Chelsea Canvas Boots - Topshop £40.00

Blue Balconette Bra - Topshop £18.00 

Mango White Gold Plated Heeled Sandals - ASOS £49.99 

Clear Clutch Bag - Topshop £15.00 

Quay Kosha Sunglasses in Blue - Motel £25.00 

Crochet Crop Tee - Topshop £36.00 

Wishbone Long Pendant Necklace - ASOS £6.00 

Ripped Baxter White Jeans - Topshop £40.00   

Green With Envy

Green Semi Sheer Clutch Bag - Topshop £15.00 

Jacquard Boyfriend Coat - Topshop £40.00 

Black Disco Pants - American Apparel £74.00 

Black Patent Ankle Boots - Parisia Fashion £29.99 

Lipstick - Mac Rebel £15.00 

Textured Cut Out Crop Top - Parisia Fashion £14.99 

Leopard Face Gold Chunky Necklace - River Island £25