UNNECESSARY STUDENT PURCHASE OF THE WEEK 5

URBAN DECAY - GREEN GODDESS

I got this for £1.99 from them make-up 'carts'. Frosty sheer mint? It's a nice subtle 'wash' shade for everyday.

MODELS OWN - JUICY JULES

GLITTAH!

REAL TECHNIQUES BY SAMANTHA CHAPMAN - BLUSH BRUSH

They've been around for awhile but I wanted to see them in real life first, luckily the whole range is now stocked in Boots. I'm VERY impressed, good quality and SUPER soft bristles (best natural mimicking synthetic hair brushes I've come across). I definitely recommend you guys check them out.

NO7 - MELTING GEL CLEANSER

So far so good, I do have combination skin but I often find most cleansers that are aimed for combo skin too harsh and actually makes my skin even worse.

JASMINE HANDMADE JEWELLERY

They had a little pop shop at the foyer of my uni' so I decided to check them out. You guys know I'm into hand made stuff. I'm not really into gold tones but the earrings (£4) reminds me of little acorns. 

NOBROW 6

Still collecting them! I think from now on they will be featuring comics/graphic stories as well as illustrations which is pretty cool.

RISE AND FALL BY MICAH LIDBERG

Such a stunning book. Lidberg is the BOMB.

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QUODLIBET BY KATJA SPITZER
Sorry borrowed image! Mine is safe away in its tube! I've recently started to collect prints for my future 'home' (errrr have fun waiting). I think I like this because no blacks been used..... and I'm usually a black outline hoe!


When I mention "I've not been buying much lately" it means the following week I end up with a massive haul. I won't mention it again ;)

L.F DOES A/W - GOING DOWN

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Alana Zimmer by Miles Aldridge for Numéro No. 83 May 2007

Damn random flecks of glitter on my face :(

Here you can see the eye shaping better

KEY PRODUCTS:

NYX LIP PENCIL - CABARET

ILLAMASQUA POWDER EYE SHADOW - SYNTH

ALL OTHER EYE COLOURS SEEN IS FROM VARIOUS SLEEK PALETTES (I'VE DEPOTTED THEM ALL SORRY)

MAC SCULPTING POWDER - SCULPT

TIPS:

• INSTEAD OF BLEACHING YOUR EYEBROWS, DRAW YOUR EYEBROWS SO THAT THEY ARE ROUNDED TO A DOWNWARD SHAPE - WE WANT THE OPPOSITE OF LIFT.
• CONTOUR YOUR EYES SO THAT YOU CREATE A ROUNDED SHAPE TO MIMIC A DEEP SOCKET- PAY ATTENTION TO THE OUTER CORNERS AND BLEND DOWNWARDS TO ADD TO THE 'SLEEPY' EFFECT.
• TO CREATE THAT DRAMATIC SHARP LIP, PAINT A LAYER OF CONCEALER ROUND YOUR LIP LINE, BLEND ONLY THE OUTSIDE EDGES SO THAT THERE'S STILL A VISIBLE 'LIGHTER' LINE.

Hey guys, I hate starting posts with the usual "so busy with uni"..... but I AM SO BUSY WITH UNI. 
Deadlines galore and lots of time slaving away on the macs (because I'm rubbish.) Anyway I did the usual stumble through my Tumblr for inspiration and I hit upon this. SO ME. Bleached brows, prominent cheek bones, deep eye socket..... All of which I don't have :(
 My aim  for this weeks look was just to shape the eye so that it had a droopy appearance and play with creating a deeper socket.
Also hello new followers!! I'm *nearly* up to 50!

UNNECESSARY STUDENT PURCHASE OF THE WEEK 4

 CADBURY'S CREME EGG (55P)

These are my guilty pleasure 'treats' but I'm going to refrain from getting anymore because last year I had a MASSIVE stress binge on them. Was SO bad.

KORRES LIP BUTTER - WILD ROSE (£6.00)

I really like it so far, colour and sheen for days I don't want gloss.

 

L'OREAL INFALLIBLE EYE-SHADOW- BRONZE GODDESS (£6.99)

I LOVE these formulas - creamy and pigmented!

I've not done one of these in ages! I've not been buying too much to be honest especially compared to last semester. Plus I have TOO much make-up and I really need to use everything up.
Everything shown is under £10 - so treat yourself!

L.F DOES A/W - ORANGE GRUNGE AND RAMBLE

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More Charlotte Free love! I was more focused with her eye make-up for this weeks look

KEY PRODUCTS:

SUGARPILL PRESSED EYE SHADOW - FLAMEPOINT AND LOVE+

RIMMEL SPECIAL EYES EYELINER PENCIL - GINGER TEA (AS A BASE)

MAC PIGMENT - GRAPE (LIPS)

Hey guys, I actually did this look awhile ago but I didn't want to post it up as I wasn't thrilled with it... anyway it's up! Something different and I don't think I've featured much orange here.

This is not the sexiest look ever but orange is eye-shadow is actually really flattering - I might do a more wearable version at some point as this is a bit 'grungey-esque'.

To recreate I used a warm brown eyeliner as a base around the eyes and set this with a matching eye-shadow. Around the edges, buff the orange eye-shadow around the eyes and on the lower lid to add depth I added some red. I was a bit undecided about the lips - so anything you want really! I decided to dig out my pigments and mix something up - not sure it ties in well though!

RAMBLE:

 I couldn't contain my urge any longer and I had to dye my hair. It wasn't smooth sailing at all. I foolishly decided to bleach my hair when I had stuff going on (not concentrating) and me being a noob - my ends ended up lopsided! I had to bleach them again to make them even and my hair felt so bad afterwards - literally like straw.

Anyway Manic Panic dyes actually conditions your hair since it's a vegetable dye so I  left it on overnight to make sure I got a really good payoff. In the morning the colour looked a bit patchy as I reckon I didn't use enough of the dye. So I had to dye my hair again for another 5 hours or so.

Skipping to the end - the above is how it turned out. I LOVE IT - but I'm not too bothered about maintaining it. I wash my hair far too often so I know it'll fade out- so far so good though it's really nice and subtle grey/lilac tones to my ends :)

I FELT LIKE A HOOKER WITH THIS ON. This was actually based on a singer and yeah it looks nothing like her, so I contemplated it might be a good valentines day look. No. I really doubt any girl wants to look that full on. I think the lips is the only thing I got right *hint hint*. I might do something similar at some point.

Oh you can see how the colour has faded here, depending on the light the lilac tones vary- I love it and my ends feel back to normal really, phew!

L.F DOES A/W - METALLIC SMOKE

Versace Couture Spring/Summer 2012

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This is the only close-up of the make-up I could find, loosely inspired... when I look at the other girls the eyes look more intense than the above photo so I changed things up :)

KEY POINTS:

• Eyeliners make really good bases- just make sure to blend to a thin layer or else eye shadow can 'grab' unevenly. ALSO use eyeliners on top of eye-shadows to intensify areas - for example the outer v and inner v area seen above :)
• My look uses more 'cooler' tones than the Versace girls, if you want to replicate it identically switch to a peach lipstick, copper eyeshadow and peach/pink blush!

Hey guys, another variation of the smokey eye! I guess the 'twist' with the Versace look was the mix up of different metallics together - bronze/copper on the lids and gold in the inner tear duct area.

The Versace look has always been really glamorous - so think really big lashes, nude lips and a lot of smoke! 

Remember to keep to a shape (round or 'cat' style) and building up in layers is the best way to create a 'finished' result. I've added black the the inner v just to intensify the eyes even more but this is optional.

L.F DOES A/W - SPIDER LASH

Pat McGrath showing you how it's done. Best tip I picked up from the video was just to 'paint' the lashes by just patting/dabbing on the mascara to build the layers rather than combing them though each time.

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I'd say this is a more 'cleaner' version of the 'spider lash' look but I love the simplicity of the lash and bold lips look.

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Charlotte Free looks AMAZING. The lashes border that gross but cool line.. I personally LOVE it.

HOW TO CREATE THE SPIDER LASH:

1. GIVE YOUR LASHES A REALLY GOOD CURL USING EYELASH CURLERS AND SET THEM WITH A MASCARA THAT WILL HOLD THIS- I USED A WATERPROOF ONE
2. NEXT I APPLIED INDIVIDUAL LASHES RANDOMLY TO THE TOP LASHES, THIS COULD BE DONE WITH THE LOWER ONES TOO
3. NOW GRAB A MASCARA THAT DOESN'T SET TOO QUICKLY (E.L.F) AND START BUILDING- I DID ONE INITIAL COAT/COMB THROUGH AND THEN USING MCGRATH'S METHOD I USED STARTED TO DAB ON THE MASCARA TO 'SET' MY DESIRED FORMATION
4. TO THICKEN THEM EVEN MORE BETWEEN THE LAYERS I DUSTED ON LOOSE POWDER AND REPEATED THE MASCARA METHOD TO SLOWLY BUILD THE LASHES
5. KEEP GOING TILL YOU ARE HAPPY- I THINK MINE WAS AROUND 6 COATS

Hey guys, this make-up is more of a 'trend' one but I really enjoyed creating this. It was fun to go mascara crazy and breaking a make-up 'faux paus'.

Since the eyes are so full on - I just perfected the skin, defined the brows and for the lips I exaggerated the shape and patted on an eye-shadow on top of my lipstick to create a matte velvet look. I also used a gold glitter cream to highlight the cupids bow and tear duct area.

This look has the looks wrong but right kind of vibe but I hope you like it :)

L.F RAMBLES - HAUL AND I'M 20

 MANIC PANIC SEMI-PERMANENENT HAIR COLOUR CREAM - ENCHANTED FOREST AND LIE LOCKS

A bit of an impulsive buy (like always) but I've always heard good things about them, the results always look INSANE - super bright, vivid and it's all natural! I'm looking forward to using 'Enchanted Forest' for that 'mermaid' look. I'll post something up when I get round to using them :)

 ESSIE- PURE PEARLFECTION (TOPCOAT) AND BROOCH THE SUBJECT

 SILVER, GREEN, PINK MICRO SHIMMER.....WIN

PHILOSOPHY- SPARKLING CRANBERRY SET

I got this set mainly because the lip gloss reminds me of MAC's 'Revenge is Sweet', just a nice berry tinted sheen. Oh and I love Philosophy's lip-shines because they smell great and 'non sticky'.

 SAM UBHI Y INTIAL PENDANT NECKLACE

Simple. I like.

 TATTY DEVINE IVY LEAVES EARRINGS IN BLACK

Aside from my love for silver jewelry, I also like jewelry in black. I saw these in the sale and I fell in love with them - black + simple design + hand made= <3

Hey guys, first of all I'm back at uni! Back to being a poor student *looks above at haul*. I *really* can't haul anymore and I don't think I will have the time to go mooch around town (let's not talk about online shopping) as this semester sounds brutal! 

Oh and I turned 20 yesterday. I can't believe it, time flies so quickly! To 'celebrate' (I still don't like fuss over birthdays) I went to see 'The Artist' with a good friend and I didn't tell him what it was about till we had bought the tickets and was sat down - which is a bit mean, but I was scared he wouldn't want to watch it (silent film- not exactly typical Hollywood blockbuster). SO glad he liked it - and he thanked me for taking him to see it as he wouldn't of otherwise! I got teary eyed watching it and I recommend you guys check it out - Jean Dujardin is AMAZING.

Back with a look very soon! Oh and I forgot to mention L.F MAKE-UP has had a little revamp - all the new images you see are actually from an unsuccessful illustration project- I like to recycle ;)

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L.F RAMBLES - HAPPY NEW YEAR AND ILLAMASQUA HAUL

I actually went 'out out' this year. Was OK. More hype really but I was with my best friend so it's all good. This is me after the night out btw. Also look! It's the 'real' home background again.

They've recently opened an Illamasqua stand alone store in VQ in Leeds...  huzzah! Oh the illustration on the bag is also divine.

My good friend actually bought a full bottle of Freak after just one sniff

 ILLAMASQUA POWDER EYE-SHADOW - SYNTH AND FALLEN

I love Illamasqua eye-shadows as they blend like a dream.... and most of them are matte. Which is my favourite finish to work with. Synth reminds me of MAC's pink opal pigment and surprisingly the fine glitter doesn't 'drop'.... WIN.

Hey guys, HAPPY NEW YEAR! Let's make 2012 an even better year!

x x x

L.F'S 2011 FAVOURITE PRODUCTS

 BOURJOIS 10 HOUR SLEEP EFFECT FOUNDATION

I *really* like this. I thought I'd love healthy mix more but this foundation lasts on my skin amazingly well. It's my go to foundation for uni' and I actually pick this over my more expensive ones. Think luminous skin without looking oily. The only draw back is the dismal shade selection.

 SHU UEMURA EYELASH CURLER

I know these 'work' better on certain eye shapes.... but HOLY SHIZ this works like no other. This baby can keep a curl. My lashes DO NOT DROP AND I HAVE ASIAN LASHES..... RUN NOW!

17 EYEBROW SHAPER- NATURAL BROWN

I've been using pencils instead of powders for the last couple of months because I find powders don't last well with sparse areas. Then the dilemma of finding a brow pencil which doesn't have any red undertones (I have black hair.... it isn't going to work.) HARD. Anyway this is pefect! And under £3 which is a steal.

AND ALL THE PRODUCTS HERE

Hey guys, I hope this isn't a cop out but I genuinely still love, use and rave about 2010s favourite products too :D

HAULIN' 11 - YORK DESIGNER OUTLET

ALL FROM THE COSMETICS COMPANY STORE:

 MAC - 225 LARGE TAPERED BLENDING BRUSH (£19.50)

I am a brush HOE. I saw this last time but didn't get it... now it's mine! I'm planning to use it to highlight specific areas of the face.

 CLINIQUE MOISTURE SURGE FACE SPRAY (£13.00)

I'm slowly becoming 'into' skincare. One minute my skin is 'normal', super oily, broken out or a flaky mess and I'm talking LIZARD STYLE. After watching Camie  mentioning excess oiliness might be due to dehydration I've been more conscious of what I'm putting onto my skin. I *think* it's working. Anyway this product is to aid any 'bad' days.... all about the moisture now.

 ESTEE LAUDER DOUBLE WEAR LIGHT (£18.00)

As well as a brush hoe... I'm a foundation hoe too. I have TONS. You guys have no idea! I have foundations for certain finishes/longevity/for certain skin days. It was only a matter time before I got this one - I hear RAVE reviews *coff* Pixiwoo girls *coff*. I'll tell you guys how I feel about it when I decide to use it.

MAC EYESHADOW- CONCRETE (£6.75)

Trying to find the perfect brow powder. Brun you have competition...

OTHER HAUL ITEMS NOT PHOTOGRAPHED:

SIGMA BRUSHES-  I made the most of the Black Friday sale. I got mainly eye brushes and so far so good! Still in testing mode..... I'll feature them at some point if they make the 'rave' grade

SOAP AND GLORYY SKIN CARE -  I managed to snag a giftbox in the sale with 4 full size items for £17* which isn't bad since one of the products retails at £14 anyway :D