REVIEW- Collection Deluxe Edition Lipsticks

As I was walking through Wilkinson's  (of all places) the other day, I spotted these lipsticks from Collection. As an avid collector of Rimmel Kate Moss lipsticks, I almost feel nervous to try out other brands but as they were reduced to £2.98 each, I though what better time than now. 

In my opinion, for the price they are superb quality. The colours are extremely pigmented and long lasting and for half the price of my usual lipsticks, I was surprised at this. They are not drying to the lips at all, rather the opposite and leave lips feeling moisturized.  From left to right, the colours I purchased were 05 Silent Movie, 03 Charleston and 01 Prohibition although other colours are available in Boots and Superdrug, I believe. I would definitely look into buying more colours from the collection, and it just shows that you don't have to pay a large amount of money for high quality products.

E x 

PERSONAL #1 - Gaining Control

Hiya lovelies,

I think sometimes it's important to take a laid back approach to life and figure out life as you go, but there has to be an element of control. I feel like the past year has been me trying out different things and living life with no boundaries and it's not ended well. I'm now at a point in time where my financial situation is tragic, my health is questionable and my housing situation shouldn't even be talked about, it's that bad. If anyone told me that university life would end up like this after one year, I would be making second thoughts about applying.

I'm not trying to put anyone off applying to university, that is not my aim. Alongside all the bad stuff, it's been the year I've met a set of amazing friends, I've learnt how to cook to a reasonable level (frozen chicken bakes and curly fries...) and most of all, I've survived. I mean, I am going to have to spend the next year living off cereal and sandwiches with Netflix as my form of entertainment but I've learnt from my mistakes. This year will be the year of escaping my overdraft and losing all the weight I managed to collect from a collection of KFCs and Subway sandwiches.

I feel positive for once in my life.

Thank you for reading,

E x

Birthday and Moving Out Letter! 30/05/2015

Okay, so it's kind of hard for me to talk about this without getting extremely emotional and i don't know why. My first year of university is officially over and I've moved out. Unfortunately moving day was also my birthday and my best friend Paige wrote the cutest letter inside my card. I cried when I read it the first time and I've cried every time since.

'Dear Eleanor Rachel Sonita Wright (aka Leena Rodney),
I can't believe that today is your last day in KES (we made it!!!) . I can still remember that creepy, seedy face you always do, I knew we would be true friends (cos pretty, obvs). But seriously people say you make the best friends when you move to uni and I can honestly say I fully agree . You are the best friend I have and I couldn't have asked to live with anyone better. We've made so many memories and I can't even begin to explain how much I've enjoyed myself and how grateful I am that you have been there for me when I've truly needed someone. Thank you for being so fab and I can't wait to move in with you next year so we can make more beaut, creepy odd mems (no sharing beds though, well mebs a few times). I know it's stupid being upset when i will see you in like 3 months but no more hours of talking shit and basically bitching in the kitchen or you getting in my bed whilst I take forevs to get ready (soz bbz). Anyways I need to help you move stuff now so I will end this.
PS. Send me ugly snapchats when home ye. Pls also have a great birthday, see you soon petal from your gurjuss bestie and baby g Paige xxx'

UPDATE: I started writing this a while ago but never posted it. This summer has been a difficult one for me and it's made me look back on the past year and cringe at myself a tad bit. Although we didn't get to see each other over the summer, Paige is one of them people you can text in the middle of the night or Skype and she'll answer even if she's shattered and probably wants to sleep. Our friendship is the only thing that I can count on throughout life and whenever I'm down, the level of sarcasm always cheers me up. Basically, advice for everyone, have a friend like her because she's a fab cretin.
Thank you for reading,
E x

Huge Drugstore Summer Beauty Haul!

Hiya lovelies,

About a week ago, I went on a bit of a venture to town to pick up some new beauty bits and pieces. I know I shouldn't be spending a lot of money but seeing as though this year I'm taking a new direction with my blog, i thought I'd try out some new products so I could review them in the weeks to come.

Listed below are the products bought and as soon as they are reviewed, you will be able to click on the name to take you there, 

• Makeup Revolution London Redemption Palette Essential Mattes 2  
• Makeup Revolution London Vivid Baked Highlighter - Peach Lights
• Makeup Revolution London Pro Base Eye Primer
• L'Oreal Paris False Lash Superstar Mascara- Black
• L'Oreal Paris Lipstick - 228 VIP
• L'Oreal Paris Super Liner - 100 Black Smoke
• Rimmel London Fix and Perfect Pro Primer
• Rimmel London Lipstick - 43
• Rimmel London Lipstick - 48
• Real Techniques Brushes - Core Collection

Thank you for reading this post.

E x

REGENERATE Enamel Science - 'BEFORE I TRY'

Hiya lovelies,

So today I'm here with a bit of a different type of post to usual. As an Elle Insider, I have been offered the opportunity to try REGENERATE Enamel Science for 30 days and share my thoughts on the products. I was emailed about this a month ago and had forgotten all about it until a brown package showed up at my door today. I am excited to give this a try as hopefully it will make me feel more confident with my smile and improve the appearance and quality of my teeth. I start the challenge tomorrow and will let you know what my first impressions are and then the overall opinion at the end.

80% of tooth problems are caused my enamel erosion and acids attacks. This erosion is frequently unnoticed and happens to everyone, at all ages, making teeth increasingly vulnerable.

REGENERATE Enamel Science system is the first able to reverse this early erosion and regenerate enamel mineral.

Advanced Toothpaste - Daily Use

RRP: £10 

Boosting Serum -3 Mins, 3 Days, Once a Month

RRP: £30

These products retail at total for £40 which is rather pricey for toothpaste in my opinion but to be given the opportunity to try them out for a month is an honour.

I hope you enjoyed reading.

Thank you

E x

Bake With Me - American Muffins

Hiya lovelies,

So today I am here with a recipe for American Muffins.

INGREDIENTS

• 150g Plain Flour
• 1 1/2 level teaspoon Baking Powder
• 1/4 level Teaspoon Salt
• 1 Medium Egg
• 40g Caster Sugar
• 110ml Milk
• 50g Butter

METHOD

1. Prepare muffin tins with paper cases.
2. Preheat oven to 200 deg C/ Gas Mark 6.
3. Sieve flour, salt and baking powder into a large mixing bowl. Add sugar and stir well.
4. Gently melt the butter in a saucepan and leave to cool slightly.
5. Beat the egg in a small basin.
6. Stir in the milk and the melted butter.
7. Pour all the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients
8. Gently stir in any other flavourings.
9. Spoon the mixture into paper cases so that each case is no more than 3/4 full.
10. Bake for 20-25 minutes until tops are light brown and will spring up when pressed gently.

I hope you enjoyed this post.

Thank you for reading.

E x

Bake with Me - Buns

 

Hiya lovelies,

So today I'm going to show you a cheap and easy recipe which is perfect for students as it can class as pudding for many meals in the week. This recipe can be used to make 12 buns.

INGREDIENTS

• 100g(4oz) Self Raising Flour
• 100g (4oz) Margarine
• 100g(4oz) Sugar
• 2 Eggs, Beaten

METHOD

1. Cream Margarine and Sugar.
2. Fold in Egg and Sugar a little bit at a time.
3. Bake at 190 degrees C, 375 degrees F, Gas Mark 5 for 15-18 Minutes

VARIATIONS

Cherry, Walnut, Chocolate, Chocolate Chip

I hope you enjoyed this post,

Thank you for reading

E x

Organizing Desk Space!

Hiya Lovelies,

In my opinion one of the main things that should be done at the start of every month is a clear out and an organize of the areas you use most (especially if you're a messy person to an extreme level like me) . It's also important to change up the setting you spend a lot of time in to provoke new inspirations and thoughts inside your head. The first Part I decided to organize was my desk space.  Bearing in mind, for this month, the only time i sit at my desk  is to paint my nails and choose jewelry, I decided to play up that aspect and downsize the amount of space stationary usually takes up.

This is my desk set up at the moment. The desk is actually an old kitchen table which is older than me and the chair is just a simple office chair from Argos. The throw was £4 from Primark and the cushion was handmade and a gift. The round hat box in the right hand corner of the desk actually stores bikinis and was £12 on sale from CB Furnishings and the red baskets were five for around £2.50 from Wilkinsons.

Just adding a throw to a desk chair can make it so much more comfy and look a bit more girly. It's honestly the nicest feeling to be sat here on an evening writing blog posts all cosy. 

I decided to store my jewelry in the red baskets so it is easily viewable and sorted into different categories. It has made me realise I own a LOT. A lot of it was given to me from a grandparent and there are a lot of interesting pieces. My nail varnishes are now on full display due to the fact that this is now the main purpose of the desk to paint my nails at. 

On the left hand side of my desk are 2 shoe boxes holding stationary and nail tools and some make up I don't use on a regular basis. Then at the front are the things I use the most to make lists and my purse.

Overall the whole area is about ten times more organised than usual and everything is clearly viewable. Thank you for taking the time for reading this post. 

E x

Weekly Smiles #1

Hiya lovelies, 

So today I'm going to begin my 'Weekly Smiles' series, where I will discuss three things in the previous week which I have enjoyed. This could include anything, from adventures to movies or even just quotes which made me laugh.  This week is the first so here goes...

1) Night Out with my Housemates

As I'm relatively new to the blogging world, you probably don't know that I've previously moved home from my first year of university. When I say previously, I've been home 2 weeks now... but on Monday, me and my best friend (also a housemate), traveled back up to Middlesbrough to have a final farewell drink and night out with everyone at the house. It was just nice to all get together and enjoy a night of dancing and drinks without the the stress of University work and deadlines on us all. It was like Freshers relived and a great way to end the year!

2) Online Catch Ups with the Squad

Since moving out of university, its been hard to get used to not having people constantly around to talk to, as everyone at home either works or still goes to school. I've found talking and joking about memories on twitter is honestly the loveliest thing to do when I'm bored and makes me feel more sane. The group of friends I've met at uni are honestly friends for life and I can't be miserable around them because they have such positive attitudes and never take anything too seriously.

3) OITNB SEASON 3!

Need I say more...

Thank you for Reading!

E x

Rimmel Lasting Finish Soft Colour Blush - 050 Live Pink

I purchased this on a recent trip to Superdrug where it retailed for £3.99.  On first glance, the colour of the blush looks extremely bright, but on application, although it is pigmented, it glides on as a softer pink. It is a great blusher to use daily and goes with a variety of different colours (No need to plan an outfit round it!)

The blusher gives the look of a healthy glow and is a great addition to any make up collection, especially if you are a beginner and looking for a staple blush.

E x

#FOTD - Smokey Eyes and Pink Lips

1. The First thing I do on a day to day basis is use the Garnier Micellar Cleansing Water on a cotton pad to get rid of any makeup that I may have left behind the night before. 
2. The next aspect is to moisturise. I use the Simple Kind To Skin Hydrating Light Moisturiser all over my face.
3. I then apply a light covering of Rimmel's Match Perfection Foundation in 200 Soft Beige and cover any dark circles and blemishes with their Wake Me Up concealer in 040 Soft Beige.
4. To create a healthy glow, I use Rimmel's Lasting Finish Soft Colour Blush in 050 Live Pink.
5. I set everything with Rimmel's Stay Matte Pressed Powder in 002 Pink Blossom.
6.  For my eyes, I created a smokey eye with the Next Cashmere Pallette and Barry M Showgirl Mascara on the lashes.
7. For my lips, I use the Lasting Finish by Kate Lipstick (Are you guessing I'm a Rimmel fan by now or...)  in shade 05.

I hope you enjoyed reading what my make up routine is on a daily basis. I'm currently working through reviews of the products used so when they are done, they will be linked. Thank you,

E x

The British Tag!

Hiya lovelies, 

Okay, so today I am defying the rules of 'tags' and I am simply answering some questions because 1. I thought it would be fun , 2. I'm British and 3. I have no friends to tag after. So yep, that's my introduction done. I hope you enjoy

1. How many cups of tea do you drink a day and how many sugars?

This is making me sound like the most unbritish(?) thing to start of by saying but I actually dislike tea. The only time I would ever drink it would be when I was in college and it would be raining outside so we'd sit in Costa, pay £1 for a teapot of tea between three of us (yes, it used to be that cheap), and stay there until the rain stopped which I must say usually took a good hour. I swear that was the highlight of my life.

2. What is your favourite part of your roast dinner?

I'm the strangest person when it comes to roast dinners and I seem to like the items that are thought of as 'less important' by some. In my opinion, the potatoes, stuffing, Yorkshire puddings and gravy would be fine without any meat and vegetables. I'm not even joking. There's a hint if you ever have me round for a meal.

3. What is your favourite dunking biscuit?

I am going to have to say chocolate malted milk biscuits with the cow on. I'm sorry but when you dunk it and the chocolate starts to melt and its just like soggy chocolateyness, that's the best.

4. What is your favourite quintessentially British past time?

It would have to be eating fish and chips on the beach. If there's one thing a person should know about me, it's that I love the beach more than life.

5. What is your favourite word?

It would have to be lovely. I call people lovely all the time, it gets to the point where everyone in the whole world would be classed as lovely if it were me deciding. oops

6. Do you know any cockney rhyme slang?

Apples and pears - Stairs.... That's about it.

7. What is your favourite sweet?

I'm not even sure what they were called but they were strawberries and cream flavored and hard boiled. 

8. What would your pub be called ?

I'm not sure , maybe The Tiger lily just because it sounds like a really cute name. 

9. Who is your number 1 British person? 

Nicola Roberts because she is such an influential positive role model :')

10. What is your favourite shop and restaurant?

My favourite shop right now has to be TK Maxx :/ such good home ware deals and my favourite restaurant would be anywhere with a good buffet, oh dear. 

11. What British song pops into your head? 

Missing Andy - Made In England 

12. Marmite?

Absolutely Love it!

I hope you enjoyed this 'tag'!
Thank you for reading,

E x