Tame your Brows with.....Ready,Set,Brow by Benefit

Hey guys,

So today I'm back with my thoughts on Benefits Ready,Set,Brow. I am a huge Benefit fan,used to get it in the states before it became available over here. Still remember how excited i was when they opened in Brown Thomas in Cork. That being said I have high standards for the brand,so was eager to try the new Brow range.

The "Ready, Set,Brow" is a 24hr shaper and setter. In a word its Fantastic. I have quite bushy eyebrows and even though they are threaded regularly they can get quite unruly. I also have coarse eyebrow hair so if anything tamed them then i would be very impressed.

This is impressive,my brows didn't budge. The gel itself is clear so it can be used on any hair colour. It is very easy to apply and it doesn't dry out and flake off. I have used this product alone on "no make- up" days and i have also worn it over other eyebrow products to set them.

The results were brilliant,my brows were tamed and set but didn't look like they were laden with product.
I would absolutely recommend this gel to anyone.
Have you tried it?? Let me know your thoughts.

Till next time,

Love,

Claire xxx

New discovery........Artistry Signature Colour Range *

Hey Dolls,

So todays post on a make up range I had never heard about and boy have I been missing out.Artistry is a make up range available exclusively from Amway.
Artistry is a range comprising of a complete line of makeup for face, eyes, cheeks and lips,with shades for every skintone.
I was lucky enough to recieve quite a few products to review,so lets get stuck in.

First up is the Artristry light up lipgloss,I got 2 of  the new shadeswhich are part of the Artistry Summer 2016 Pacific Lights Collection. 

They are limited edition shades that add a pop of colour and a big splash of summer to lips.I just want to take a moment to discuss the packaging on these. It is AMAZING. It is very high quality packaging which  has a mirror on the side of the tube and it has 2 LED lights in the wand.
This is genious especially if you like to touch up your lipgloss after eating or drinking etc.

OK back to the lipgloss itself, firstly it has a hint of peppermint which not only makes your lips tingle and plump a little but also helps to keep your breath fresh. Secondly  the colour lasts for hours and the range of colours is fantastic. Thirdly it feels very comfortable on the lipsand is not overly sticky or tacky.

I love love love these Lipglosses and that is a bold statement for The Lipglossaddict !!

Next up is the Artistry 3D Face Powder. This gorgeous little pallet provides you with five summer shades that can be used individually or blended twith these stunning shades.
The shades include a radiant, luxurious blend of shimmering bronze, pink and gold tones.These are beautifully soft and very finely milled.The colours can used individually to highlight and contour or can be used all together to give a stunning sexy shimmering  sheen to the skin.

Next up is the Artistry Signature Colour Blush which gives the skin a healthy look. Cheeks appear to be naturally defined thanks to the light reflecting technology. The colour pigment is excellent and the formula doesnt clog your pores on your cheeks.The packaging is also very sleek with a gold effect lid and it comes in a velvet pouch!

Overall I was very impressed with the range but for me the absolute winners were the lipglosses. They are amazing. I am definately going to try more from the Artistry range as what I tried so far was excellent quality.

The only 2 photos from the night wearing the makeup .....please excuse the crazy hair in the first photo that was after giving little man a hug !!!! The second photo was taken nearly 8 hours later and makeup still looked great.
Artistry is available exclusively  online here
 
Until next time
Love,
Claire ....The Lipglossaddict xxxxx

Autumn collection from Catrice Cosmetics

Autumn has well and truly arrived and what better way to welcome the new season than to herald the return of the much loved smoky and seductive eye! Whether it’s earthy/chocolate tones, plums and berries or greens, greys and blacks, CATRICE Cosmetics has you covered  with a variety of palettes or single shades to choose from.

Summer shimmer is fading and the change in season is reflective of bronze and chocolate tones. These tones warm up the face and work very well with the 90’s bright lip trend that is prevalent this season also.  CATRICE Cosmetics new Absolute Chocolate Nudes Eyeshadow Palette houses six warm nude and brown nuances ranging from white chocolate to dark mousse all united in one palette. The blendable textures have a high colour-dispersion and offer shimmer as well as matt finish effects. This palette is perfect for a natural day look or exciting accents for the evening – it’s also extremely practical to take along when you’re out and about! €5.49

CATRICE Cosmetics Deluxe Trio Eyeshadow is a NEW! palette that is available this Autumn Winter season. The Deluxe Trio Eyeshadow has three innovative advancements - a baked texture, a slightly raised form and a deep colour-dispersion with a luxurious shimmer finish. The palette comes in three different colour combinations; soft brown, grey or aubergine tones which can create eye make-up styles with soft colour ascents for every occasion. €5.39

The ever so popular CATRICE Cosmetics Absolute Eye Colour Mono Eyeshadow has introduced five new shades to the Mono Eyeshadow range for the season ahead. Inspired by the Autumn Winter fashion shows three of the newcomers have a matt finish in anthracite, chocolate brown and olive grey and two offer a light shimmer in a warm gold and brown tone. Absolute Eye Colour Mono Eyeshadows are available in a total of 27 colours. €3.29

For the finishing touches to any smoky eye CATRICE Cosmetics new Eye‘Matic Dip Liner Waterproof is the new classic amongst eyeliners and offers accuracy as well as simple application. Thanks to the curved felt-tip, perfect lines and sweeping curves are easy to achieve. The deep-black, waterproof texture dries fast and is especially long-lasting. The Eye’Matic Dip Liner will create an intense look in just one sweep. €3.69

Catrice is available nationwide in Penneys and selected pharmacies xx

Limited Edition “Sense of Simplicity” by CATRICE.

Hey guys,so Catrice have a limited edition collection that is only available until the end of september.Available in Penneys storesuntil end of September 2015, these beauty products emphasise the fashion trend of the season with must-haves like the Bouncy Eyeshadows with a metallic finish, the Cream to Powder Blush for a matt look as well as nail polishes with a semi-matt latex or mirror finish.

Sense of Simplicity by CATRICE – Bouncy Eyeshadow

Expressive eye make-up looks are easy to achieve with the Bouncy Eyeshadows, which have a particularly supple, smooth texture that spreads wonderfully on your lid. The long-lasting, trendy eyeshadow is available in black-graphite with a subtle diamond shine, plain silver and shimmering rosé. All colours offer a high coverage and a metallic finish. Available in Strike a Rose, Straight Silver and LindaEvan-Grey-Lista. *€4.49

Sense of Simplicity by CATRICE – Cream to Powder Blush

The pink cream blush with a powdery-matt finish can be applied with your finger or a brush. The smooth and creamy texture offers a fresh boost of colour without a shimmer – for a long-lasting, healthy glow. Available in Pure Pink. *€4.49. 

Sense of Simplicity by CATRICE – Transparent Mattifying Powder

This transparent powder has a mattifying effect and sets your make-up perfectly. There is a mirror on the inside of the packaging, making the Transparent Mattifying Powder an ideal beauty helper for a silky finish and a smooth, flawless complexion. Suitable for all skin types. *€5.49

Sense of Simplicity by CATRICE – Juicy Gloss

The Juicy Gloss is the newest icon amongst lip products. Its        1texture feels light on your lips and coats them with a hint of colour in a choice of soft apricot-rosé, bright pink or warm orange – each with a gloss finish. Available in Strike a Rose, Pure Pink and Orange Obsession. *€3.49.

Sense of Simplicity by CATRICE – Latex Lacquer

White, mint, apricot-orange and pink – the nail polish range presents two purists and two feminine splashes of colour. There special highlight: the unique, semi-matt latex finish. All four nail polishes score points for the extra-broad brush, which allows a fast and simple application. Applying two layers is recommended. The colour is shown on the lid of each nail polish bottle – this way, it’s easy to find your favourite shade. Available in Pure Pink, Orange Obsession, Minimalistic Mint and Simply White. *€3.49.

Sense of Simplicity by CATRICE – Mirror Glaze Lacquer

Metallic silver with a mirror glaze effect is highly coveted and gives the nails a clean, luxurious look. Thanks to the extra-broad brush, application is smooth and easy. Available in Straight Silver. *€3.49

Eyebrow Threading at The Body Shop Ireland

Hey Guys,
So a few weeks ago I posted that I was invited into the Body Shop in Cork to have my eyebrows threaded and tinted if I wanted. My eyebrows are naturally dark but bushy so I  declined the tint but was excited to try out the threading.

Eyebrows are the main focus right now and you need to have them 'on point'. I normally pluck (when i have time ) and then every 6 months or so get them waxed to give the definition that i maintain by plucking. I had heard of Threading but never got around to trying it out ...until now.Threading has many advantages over waxing,its fast.suitable for all skin types even sensitive,its relatively painless ( i found it quite relaxing) and it does not cause ingrown hairs !!!.
Threading has been done for centuries in countries like India,Egypt but its relatively new practise here in Ireland.It is done using a cotton thread which is twisted and pulled along the hairs grabbing  the unwanted ones in a twisted loop if you will. It removes the hair follicle and results can last longer than waxing (depending on your own hair growth)
Now my eyebrows grow like weeds..seriously its ridiculous how fast those buggers grow so i deliberately held off on this review so i could tell you guys how long it lasted.
I was threaded on the 9th June and i did not see any pesky hairs poking out until the 27 June and even then it was just a few. Its now the 1st July and ok they need to be done but nothing like how bad they would normally be after this lenght of time (caterpillars spring to mind!!!)
I was threaded by Uma who was so lovely and professional.  There is a separate area of the shop designated for the threading which is nice and private .The first thing Uma did was to sanitise her hand and mine..I loved this because I am a clean freak..( I did used to work in a sterile environment so I've been conditioned lol) . We then discussed the look i was after and Uma set to work. Uma kept showing me in a mirror to check i was happy which I was..very happy indeed. It was all over very fast, and some cooling aloe vera was applied not that i need it to be honest there was no pain or stinging  and wow the result was fantastic. A huge plus for me is that there was no redness, You know how after waxing you have 2 red blotchy strips across your face not with threading.

The threading bar at  offers threading for a variety of areas and i will definitely be going back . On that note they also offer a loyalty card so if you are in there be sure and pick one up . Also while you just walk in and get threaded you can also book online here. Webite is so easy to use and you even get a reminder text the day before which i like beause we are all busy and appointments can be forgotton
 I would highly recommend the thebodyshop for threading and i will be booking my next  appoinment  this week
Let me know if youve been threaded and how you found it xx