GlossyBox February - Loved up!

Here is this months GlossyBox...which is all loved up!

The months Valetine's Day box 'is here to make sure you'll have the night of your life whomever you end up spending it with'. Here is what my overly pinkbox contains :)

My little one was super happy that the Glossy man had sent her a lolly pop. She now is just as excited as me to open the box and see what is in it.

Swatches L - R Micabella blusher in Terracota, MeMeMe Beat the Blues and Helen E lipstick in Coral

I had a Helen E Cosmetics moisturise lipstick in Coral (£8), though the colour states coral I do feel it has a bit of a red based coral not the normal pink I like. It's not normally my colour choice but I quite liked the colour once I popped it on.

MeMeMe Cosmetics Beat the Blues (full size £5.50) this is a pinky toned highlighter and is similar to Benefits high beam.

Docteur Renaud Raspeberry Soft Cream (50ml £25, box contained 30ml), this is stocked at Marks & Spencers or online. What they say 'Comfort Hydrating cream. A tender and cocooning cream with Raspberry that gives you a feeling of absolute comfort. A unique formula designed to fight against dehydration on all fronts: for an instant effect and throughout the day. The skin is hydrated, comfortable and soft.' This smells lovely and it's quite a thick cream but again is suitable for sensitive skin...yay!

Micabella Cosmetics Mineral Blush Powder (full size £34.95), 'offers a beautiful hint if colour and natural glitter that can be applied to cheeks and temples' this is in shade terracotta which really isn't a shade I would go for so won't get used at all.

Lastly there is a perfume sample of Narciso Ridriguez for her L'eau and a heart lolly.

Overall I was happy with this months box but (sorry for the but) I would have expected the cosmetics to be a bit more valetine themed in colour so aybe a oink ir red liostick and a pinky bkush??? but maybe that's too cliche :)

Thanks

PR sample

 

 

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COR Silver Soap

"The Silver soap is a problem solver in one simple cleansing bar.  With Nano-silver formulation targets stubborn skin issues.

Clear acne, even skin tone, fade dark marks, balance oily T-zones, replenish lost collagen, remove make-up, cleanse, tone and exfoliate in one whilst nourishing the skin and reducing the signs of ageing."

This little cleansing bar is loved by a number of celebrities and has been featured in a number of magazines.  It's essentially a cleansing bar to use morning and night.  It's layered with a long list of nourshing indegrients including Peptides, Hyaluronic Acid, Promegranate Extraxt, Vitamins, Aloe and Jojoba.  These all work together with the Silicia-silver combination to leave your skin fresh and glowing.  

Instructions are simple - Foam and then Rinse.  I tend to then apply a little toner followed by my mosituriser and have to say I love how my skin is behaving at the moment.  I think that's it really 'it's behaving' so what's not the love - well that maybe the price.  It's not the cheapest at £15.00 for the one shown here - yikes! But you get quite a few washes out of it if I'm honest so does last a good while.

I also received some samples from the rest of their other Silver products.  I haven't tried them out yet, but realistically I've got a one days trial of each.

 £15.00 for 10g Starter size (as shown here), £35.00 for 30g Travel size, £100.00 for 120g

Prime Time....

We previously review this little gem on the blog, a scarily a couple of years ago!

And our attitude to it still hasn't changed.  Over the years, I've tried a few other primers but I always come back to this.  First off I have to say I love using a primer and I definitely see a difference in my foundation application - it goes on a lot smoother and lasts a lot longer.  I couldn't go without using one anymore.  My skin doesn't feel dry at all after application and provides a lovely smooth base for foundation.  I also suffer with a few visible pores around my nose and it really helps to hide them.  It's quite a little tub but last ages and the little pump makes for a quick and easy application.  Just love and highly recommend - this is about my 4th bottle of the stuff (there's been quite a few in between!).

£21.00 for 30ml, but can be purchased for a bit less online - worth every penny!

Beauty Blog Link Love

Here is this weeks Beauty Blog Link Love

Want perfect skin in less than 5 minutes? Check out Jenn from Spiced Beauty's review on the Make Up For Ever PRO Finish Foundation!

Phyrra shares her IMATS LA 2013 experience!

Beauty Reflections found her halo with the new Hourglass Ambient Lighting Powder in Dim Light!

Love purple eyeshadow, but want something with a little more impact? Fake bright eyes and hydrated skin with this violet eyes + cream textures tutorial on theNotice.

Amy Antoinette reviews the beautiful Clarins SS13 Makeup Collection.

Check out Krasey Beauty's latest party face of the day!

Jessika from polish insomniac was sure she wouldn't like the Liquid Sands in the Mariah Carey by OPI collection. Was she right? Find out!

On the hunt for the perfect green eyeshadow? Head over to Makeup Morsels for a review of L'Oreal Golden Emerald, a true drugstore gem.

Jenny uses Chanel Mirifique and MAC Reflects to create a shimmery smoky eye on My Funny Valentine.

Gouldylox shows her favorite makeup for winter weather; products that hydrate, help the face look fresh, with a pop of spring colors.

See how Kim Porter transformed this beauty by giving her a bold lip using OCC Lip Tars.

Need some Valentine's Day manicure ideas? Check out Audrey Dao's Manicure Monday for some Valentine's Day manicures!

Is the famous Hydraluron Serum really all that and a bag of chips? Find out at Musing on Beauty, where Mariella tells you everything about it!

Will Guerlain's new limited edition Sakura Blush G give you a pretty pink glow for spring? Find out over at Pleasureflush!

Cindy at Prime Beauty has an early Valentine just for you! A look at the new Too Faced Boudoir Eyes Soft and Sexy Eye Shadow Collection!

Lisamarie from Beauty Crazed has got diva-worthy nails thanks to the Mariah Carey by OPI Collection! Check out her swatches and see what you think of the new Liquid Sand texture!

Pammy Blogs Beauty continues to build her MAC Collection with her MAC Matters: Build a Core MAC Collection with $21 a month. See what she got for her January Challenge!

Take a look at two new shades of the Laura Mercier Caviar Stick Eye Colors out for Spring, over at Makeup, Beauty and More!

 

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Tanisa at Whisper of Beauty is hosting a Welcome Back Makeup Giveaway which includes prizes from MAC, Too Faced and Marcelle.

Thanks

K & L

 

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Lauren Conrad Beauty

I'm not ashamed to admit that I'm just slightly obsessed with Lauren Conrad.  The obsession started with Laguna Beach: The Real Orange County and continued with The Hills.  I just love her effortless style and I seriously want her hair.

Of course when she released her Style book I had to pick it up and then when Beauty book came out at the end of last year I had to get that as well.

  The book is more basic tips and look ideas and would be great for anyone just getting into wearing makeup - my eldest step daughter would love it.  But as a fan I love the book.  It covers skincare to general makeup tips, so if like me you like Lauren's style and general look it's worth checking it out.  I will say that it's not like your going to learn much from the book really if you've been playing about with makeup for a few years, but like I said before it's full of some great basic tips.   

There's also a sections on Everyday Hair and Party Hair, so great for me!

Lauren also has two websites:

Lauren Conrad

(http://laurenconrad.com/)

The Beauty Department

(http://thebeautydepartment.com/)