Becoming Beauty Guest Post | Drugstore Favourites

*And Superdrug...

Hello! My name's Lauren and I chat about beauty on Becoming Beauty and today I'll be taking over Amie's blog to talk about one of my favourite subjects - bargain makeup! I personally can't afford to be spending £25 on a lipstick too often (seriously how do some people do it?!) so I do love finding a great product that doesn't cost the earth.

In Summer I like to keep my base quite light; reaching for 17's BB cream on 'no make-up' days. Although it doesn't last as long as I'd like, I prefer the coverage of this to some of my more expensive lighter bases and it is such a bargain I don't mind reapplying. To improve the texture of the skin, 17;s Photo Flawless primer is worth a try - although it's silicone base, I prefer it to many of my high end primers for finish. Two totally underrated base products in the beauty world if you ask me. When I get oily, I like to use a bit of the Revlon Nearly Naked Powder. It doesn't look at all cakey and it comes with a nice big mirror and a sponge for on the go. 

Moving onto cheeks, I'm currently obsessed with the new Bourjois cream blushes. They seem to last well on my skin and look totally natural as they blend so easily. I just wish there was more shades available! If I fancy a powder, I really like the Fashionista palettes, I have the shades Juicy Apricot and Butterscotch. I also have a bronzer and highlighter for if I'm going away. 

For eyes there's only one thing that has wowed me in a long time- the Maybelline Colour Tattoo eye shadow in On and On Bronze. I know, I know, everyone and their dog loves this but with good cause. The shade is perfect for any skin tone and the formula is lovely - particularly in summer when your eyelids can get a tad oily.

Finally, for lips you can't tear me away from my Revlon Lip Butters. I now have 4 vibrant shades and I don't leave home without one in my bag. Although they melt in the sun (which can get super messy) the shades are so smooth and pigmented they're almost foolproof.

There we go; my favourite budget products for summer! What do you recommend from the High street? If you've got any hidden gems let me know!

Thank you Lauren for such a lovely post on drugstore makeup! I'm a huge fan of Revlon Lip butters and the Bourjois Cream Blushers - I would highly recommend them too. Please do go check out her blog Becoming Beauty!

What are your drugstore beauty favourites?

Diary Of A Student Guest Post | Fashion Wishlist

Hello everyone. My name is Rebecca and I blog over on Diary Of A Student. I'm a lifestyle blogger - mostly focusing on what's happening in my life and on my journey to University, with a bit of everything thrown in for good measure. I contacted the lovely Amie a while ago about writing a guest post and when she said yes.. I jumped at the chance! Her blog is so lovely!

I'm going on holiday to Tunisia in August, so I decided to write a wish list of clothes I would like to take with me.

Black Button Through Belted Mini Skirt - River Island £15.00

This skirt is perfect for going on holiday. The colour allows you to put almost any other colours with it and jazz it up. It could also be worn at dinner, or on a stroll around the local market or town. The lightweight material also means that you wouldn't get super hot whilst wearing it - something nobody wants on holiday.

Black Floral Print Sleeveless Maxi Dress - £22.99

I adore maxi dresses! On a tall girl like me, they slim you down and just make you look and feel amazing. The flower detail on this dress is so pretty, and for the price - it's definitely worth it! Maxi dresses are a must for holiday, whether worn formally or over a swimming costume. Maxi dresses are also good in countries such as Tunisia, where it is sometimes appropriate to cover yourself up. Maxi dresses not only suit tall people, but people of all sizes and I think that's the best thing about them.

Asos Playsuit in Festival Print - £28.00

Lastly, I've always wanted a playsuit and I think this is the perfect one. The print is beautiful and would link perfectly to the culture of Tunisia. The lightweight material, again much like the skirt, would be perfect for the hot climate of forgein countries. This outfit would also look good dressed down with a pair of flip-flops or converse for travelling in the airport. Although £28 may seem expensive, with free shipping/ returns and student discount on Asos - it's really not an opportunity to turn down!

So there you have it! These are the three items of clothing I have put on my holiday wish list. All three are good quality and great prices and are really not an opportunity to miss. I hope you've enjoyed reading my guest post and if you'd like to read more, you can over on my blog Diary Of A Student.

Thank you to Rebecca for sharing her holiday fashion wishlist (isn't that playsuit just gorgeous!?) Be sure to check out her blog Diary Of A Student!

What clothes are on your wish list at the moment?

Blush & Bunting Guest Post | Cleansing Oils

When I saw Amie asking if anyone wants to guest post on her blog, I jumped at the chance! Belle-Amie was one of the first beauty blogs I started reading regularly and I love all her posts, so thanks for having me!

I’ve recently discovered cleansing oils and I love them, but after suggesting them to my friends I found that they’re the kind of product you need to be convinced into using. If you’re anything like my friends and me, the thought of putting oil on your face sounds absolutely disgusting. But cleansing oils have been a cult beauty product for over 40 years - they’ve been a staple in Asian skincare for years and a must-have for skincare experts in the UK, but they’re slowly filtering down into the high-street.

Before I started using oils, I thought they would clog my pores and leave my skin a greasy mess, but actually, oil dissolves any residue that may be lurking on your skin so it helps to unclog pores. The oil which you produce naturally (sebum) can harden and get trapped in your pores, along with dirt and other residue – but oil dissolves oil, so a cleansing oil will get rid of all that!

The problem with a lot of cleansers is that they contain ingredients which can strip the skin of its natural oil, like alcohol, which makes your skin dry. So then your skin overcompensates and produces too much oil, so your skin goes through a cycle of being too dry, then too oily, which can cause breakouts.

The other great thing about cleansing oils is that they remove every last trace of makeup, even waterproof stuff, and are gentle enough to use or your eyes as well. So when I first discovered how awesome cleansing oils are I went a little bit crazy and tried quite a lot, so here are my top 3:

 

♥ L’Oreal 15 Second Miracle Cleansing Oil, £8.99 | Link

This is a great one for oily skin – unlike other oils, you only need to have it on your skin for 15 seconds for it to work its magic. It’s also very light, so it’s a little more pleasant to use if you’re reluctant to use oil on already oily skin. It has a light fruity scent which isn’t too strong and it’s quite nice as you’re rubbing in the oil.

 

♥ Miracle Makeover Facial Oil by Una Brennan, £14.99 | Link

This one recommends you use it slightly differently, wiping off the excess rather than rinsing like with other cleansing oils, which makes it a lot more hydrating and great for dry skin. It’s rich in sunflower, avocado and sweet almond oil which are very gentle, and has a gorgeous rose scent.

 

♥ Origins Gentle Cleansing Oil, £19 | Link

This is an all-natural cleansing oil which contains no alcohol, perfume, or mineral oil, so it’s great for sensitive skin. It has some lovely ingredients like grape, sweet orange and lemon oil, and has a delicious naturally sweet smell. £19 does sound like quite a lot, but you get a whopping 200ml and that goes a long way.

I really love cleansing oils and hope that after reading this you’ll give them a go! And if you enjoyed this I’d love you to come along to Blush & Bunting and say hi!

Thank you to Harriet for doing such a lovely post on cleansing oils and being my first ever guest poster! Please do take the time to check out her very pretty beauty blog Blush & Bunting.

What are your thoughts on cleansing oils?