New CID i-blush

My make up never feels complete without adding blusher and highlighter. You will never see me step outside without both, unless its on the school run or to the corner shop, you know... no where important. I look dead without blusher and for some reason my face feels round without highlighter, I like my cheekbones to be enhanced to ass a bit of shape to my face. I love the effect a highlighter adds. So, as you can imagine a perfect product for me is a blusher and highlighter in one, enter New CID i-blush in shade 3110.

This gorgeous compact offers a pairing of a beautiful pink blush with a shimmery and light Golden Highlighter. The compact is sturdy and travel friendly and comes complete with a light up mirror which can be flicked on and off by the little black switch.

I actually like the fact the light is not permanent, as I think I would feel like a bit of a showoff pulling in out in a nightclub toilets for example. Its handy for a touch up in the taxi on the way to a club though! *thumbs up*

The blush reminds me a little of Nars Orgasm and Benefit Coralista, its very much in that shade family anyway.

Its smooth to apply but very pigmented, so a light hand is needed. The highlighter is gorgeous and add a lovely glow to my cheekbones. It perfect for daytime wear and also evening wear as it can be built up nicely for a more intense look.

Its also worth mentioning that I think the price is very reasonable considering you are getting two products for your money. A quality blusher alone these days can cost over the £20 mark, so two product for £24.00 is not bad at all.

Available from NewCIDcosmetics.com priced at £24.00

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Concealer at its finest - Origins Quick Hide! Long Wearing Concealer

About 6 months ago, I was pretty convinced I had found a concealer that I was going to stick with in Dior, I re-purchased twice but then curiosity got the better of me and I wanted to try something new. You know what Im saying don’t you? Its that make up junkie thing, new products always there to tempt us, so along came Origins Quick Hide! Long Wearing Concealer.

Forgive mine for looking a bit tatty with the text rubbing off, but that's just an indication of how long a tube of this stuff lasts!

This is Holy Grail baby! I don’t want any other concealers trying to muscle in now and tempt me away from this... Im in love! The amount of under eye concealers Ive tried is well....... a joke. Ive been happy plenty of times, but not happy enough to stop me thinking “Maybe that one will work a little better”. This time though Im reluctant to try another other concealer for my under eyes as for me, Quick Hide! Is perfection. To simplify it, Im going to list the pros and cons. Well Pro’s to be honest, as I have no cons!

- Light, creamy and easily blendable with fantastic coverage

- Natural looking and SUPER long lasting

- Easy doe-foot applicator which makes it simple to dot the product around the eye area and then use a brush to cover and blend

- Doesn't settle into fine lines, or look chalky

- If my eyes are looking a bit worse for wear with dark shadows etc, I can easily apply more as it builds up so easily and still looks so natural

- Not only do I use it for under my eyes, it doubles up as a fantastic spot concealer too.

- Its only £13 and lasts absolutely ages!

- Shade Light/Medium is the best shade match of concealer Ive come across

Concealer in action! Oh and I don't wear them glasses in public, incase you were wondering.

If you are looking for a new concealer then this is one concealer I highly recommend and at £13.00 it is a bargain! I’d gladly pay more for this, although that doesn't mean I want you to up the price, just in case you’re reading Origins!

Available from Origins online priced at £13.00

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Concealer at its finest - Origins Quick Hide! Long Wearing Concealer

Current skincare products

For the past 2-3 months or so, my skin has been perfect. I can honestly say I've not had one single breakout, my monthly bitch spots have not surfaced and my skin is generally looking healthy and younger. I obviously sound like Im blowing my own trumpet here but I keep getting told I look 23, which is not bad at all for a 30 year old, so Im going to keep on blowing! I do think my good skin as of late is down to the fantastic products Ive been using, so I thought I would  share what products have been rocking my boat lately!

Cleanser wise I've decided to stick to the two cleansers lately and stop swapping and changing, until Ive used up my current ones. My cleanser obsession was getting a bit out of hand, so I chose to give Burt's Bees new  Sensitive Facial Cleanser a go and have been using it every single night for over a month now.

I cannot praise this cleanser enough and have well and truly fallen in love, this will be getting repurchased and might even stay permanent in my routine (she says, until another one catches her eye) Its specially formulated for sensitive skin and includes softening Cotton Extract which helps skin replenish its outer layer and minimize the effects of potential irritants such as harsh soaps or cleansers, it also moisturizes with Rice Extract and soothes with Aloe. It can be used on the eyes and removes even the heaviest eye make up with ease, without an irritation or stinging. I definitely think using such a gentle natural cleanser, has helped my skin a hell of a lot and sticking to just the one instead of swapping and changing helps too.

The other cleanser I have on the go is sk:n Vitamin Rich Cleanser - oily skin.

I use this if I feel my skin is feeling a bit temperamental and I can sense a breakout is on the horizon. It contains glycolic acid which is an AHA. AHAs help eliminate trapped oil and dirt that creates spots and blemishes, so its perfect to use when its "that time of thew month" and my skin is due its monthly breakout.

With my daily moisturiser Ive gone back to basics and I've been using a moisturiser that I first used a few years ago. OLAY Total Effects Anti Ageing Blemish Care Moisturiser.

I was a big fan of this moisturiser years ago but as Im constantly trying out different products I kind of forgot how much myself and my skin loved it. Its perfect for me as it helps fight ageing and the appearance of blemishes at the same time. The 7 added vitamins and minerals satify my anti ageing needs while the "salycilic" anti-blemish complex works at helping to keep my skin clear. Its a incredibly light moisturiser to use and soaks into the skin immediately, although its light its still strong enough to keep any dryness at bay and keep my skin soft and supple. I'll always be a fan.

For eye creams Ive been using two lately. One is a new addition while the other is a re-purchase and a staple from now on. Origins Plantscription Anti-aging eye treatment and Vichy Liftactiv Retinol HA Eyes

Origins Plantscription is my new addition, which Ive been using for just over a month. I use this first thing in the morning. Its very light and and absorbs very quickly, so its ideal for when Im rushing in the mornings and want to apply my make up near enough straight after applying my skincare. I find it keeps my under eye area hydrated all day long and also seems to help with morning puffiness. I don't have a bad word to say about this, its perfect for day time use and addresses all my anti ageing needs.

Vichy Liftactiv Retinol HA Eyes is my holy grail product. I couldn't be without this in my life now. This is my second tube and It will be a permanent fixture. It contains a nice low dose of Retinol+A Complex combined with Hyaluronic Acid which is perfect for the under eye area, as any higher dosage would end up drying the area out. My eyes have improved greatly since I started using this. Ive always suffered with thin skin under my eyes and this has helped to tighten and plump it so much. I wouldn't recommend this if you have dry skin under your eyes though as you may find the retinol will just dry the area even more and not provide the under eye area with enough moisture.

My choice of night cream is again another re-purchase, another Vichy product and another staple. Im weary to use another night cream now as this one caters for my every need and works perfectly with my skin.
Liftactiv Retinol HA Night. (Did someone say Retinol obsessed?!)

If you are thinking of started to use Retinol based products, then this will be ideal for your first product. It contains a Tri-Dose of Hyaluronic Acid + Retinol A complex but is still very light and non drying (Retinol can be extremely drying on the skin) and is perfect for the first introduction to Retinol. Retinol is a proven ingredient in skincare to help ease out wrinkles, so Its well worth looking in to retinol based products if you are serious about fighting ageing, retinol is also good for people with acne prone skin. So again this is a product that perfect for me. Since I first started using this, the whole look of my face has improved, like I mentioned earlier, I am constantly being told I don't look 30 and to be honest, this has only started to happen since I started using Retinol products. It also offers instant results, the morning after my skin always looks so healthy, plumped and hydrated. Ive never used a night cream and been so pleased with the results as I am with this. I definitely recommend!

Two other products which are staples in my routine are my beloved Paula's Choice 2% Beta Hydroxy Acid Liquid and Alpha H Liquid Gold.

I have already expressed my love for these two product, so if you fancy a read my thoughts can be found HERE and HERE.

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Christmas Scents for Him/Her

I have a rule. If ever Im stuck what to buy someone for Christmas, I'll buy them a fragrance.Although it can be hard buying fragrances for other people, as everyone has different tastes, I do think there are a few out there that almost everyone seems to love. Scents that you just cannot go wrong with, they are either a time old classic, or a recent winner which seems to be to most peoples tastes.

Here are my recommendations for that perfect Christmas scent!

For him - Hugo Boss Bottled

A true classic and the original Hugo Boss Fragrance for men. There is nothing to not like about this fragrance. My dad likes it, my partner likes it and my brothers like it! It's just a scent you cannot go wrong with. It stays long and close on the skin and the scent can still be apparent after a good 6 hours of wear. It has a subtle hint of sexiness which is not too full on, but its enough to tempt people to lean in further and wonder what fragrance is being wore. It works perfectly for day or evening wear. Personally this is probably my favourite male scent, along with Tom Ford Grey Vetiver, although I do think that is much more of a desired taste.

For her - GHOST The Fragrance

The GHOST fashion house established by Tanya Sarne in 1984 launched its first  fragrance, Ghost the Fragrance in 2000 and it has been a popular choice for women ever since. GHOST is a sweet and feminine perfume. Upon first spray it does come across as quite strong and spicy but after a while it settles into a more soft and delicate scent, with a nice sensual feel about it. Its a scent that Im positive many women have owned and re-purchased over the years and I can probably guarantee that near enough every mother has had a bottle on their dressing table at some point. Its a timeless classic.

RRP: Hugo Boss Bottled 50ml £31.45 & GHOST 50ml £24.80 both from Feelunique.com

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My straighteners have passed away so for Christmas I want.........

The ghd Scarlet Deluxe Collection Set!!!!

•ghd Gold Classic styler with delicious red plates

•Limited edition travel hairdryer

•Protective plate guard

•Scarlet inspired heat resistant styler clutch Vanity case

•2 x ghd sectioning clips


How gorgeous are they! Admittedly I don't swoon over hair straighteners often, but since mine have completely died on me, I need some new ones and the Scartlet Deluxe Collection has caught my eye! I love how ghd bring out different collections regularly. I remember wanting the Midnight Collection not so long ago, so Im actually quite pleased that mine held out till now, because I so want the shiny red ones!!!!

I should admit that Im fussy with hair straighteners, probably because Im fussy with my hair and I want it looking its best. If Im honest and I think its hard to find nice cheap ghds and be safe in the knowledge that they are real, that's why I would always choose to purchase them from the official website. That way I know Im not purchasing a dodgy fake set and I always have piece of mind knowing that my news straighteners come with a 2 year manufacturer guarantee.

Now I just need to find someone to buy them for me. Sigh!

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Sonicare Diamond Clean Rechargeable Sonic Toothbrush Review

Teeth to me are everything. I think bad teeth have to be the biggest put off. Mine are far from perfect, but I like to think I look after them and I'm constantly trying new products to help clean them the best I can. When I was contacted a few weeks ago and asked if I would like to trial Sonicare's NEW Diamond Clean Rechargeable Sonic Toothbrush, I replied within an instant with a big fat YES. Up until about 6 months ago, Ive always used a manual toothbrush, then I was introduced to a battery operated toothbrush, which I actually thought was the bee's knees, until I tried my AMAZING Sonicare Diamond Clean.

Before I start singing its praises and tell you why each and every one of you should add this product onto your Christmas wish list, let me first give you some basic info on the brush.

The new DiamondClean toothbrush is equipped with new innovative technology that is clinically proven to remove up to four times more plaque than a manual toothbrush. It has also been proven to increase gum health in only two weeks and whiten your teeth in as little as one week! It features a sleek and slender handle with five cleaning modes to target specific areas of your mouth, allowing you to specialize your brushing. The five settings are:

• Clean - the standard mode for a whole mouth clean
• White - removes surface stains to whiten teeth
• Polish - brightens and polishes teeth to bring out their natural brilliance
• Gum Care - gently stimulates and massages gum
• Sensitive - an extra-gentle mode for sensitive teeth

Not only does the toothbrush itself look expensive and is well made, I love the added unique charging glass. The toothbrush rests in the glass which then sits on the silver charging base, and somehow charges! Ive not quite figured out how this works yet, but it does! Once fully charged, the battery lasts around 2 weeks, when using twice daily.

Believe me when I tell you, this is not just a toothbrush, its a machine! It has a Quadpacer 30-second interval timer which encourages even brushing, you actually feel the toothbrush change direction, to tell you to move onto a different section of teeth. It also has smartimer which helps to encourage the recommended 2-minute brushing time. The brush head is angled which makes it a whole lot easier to reach back teeth, removing plaque in those hard-to-reach areas, that sometimes don't get a proper clean with a manual toothbrush. The illuminated display makes it easy to indicate which of the brush's five cleaning modes you're currently using and you simply swap modes by pressing the power button to flick through to the mode you require.

Basically if you want some serious results from a toothbrush, then this is the one for you. I have been using mine now for about 3 weeks and I'm amazed by the results. I will admit I was a bit scared to use it when I first received it, as I switched it on and it fell so powerful, I thought it was going to knock all my teeth out! From that first use though, I could tell the difference straight away. I'm finding it hard to describe how clean not just my teeth looked, but how clean my whole mouth felt. If ever the term "squeaky clean" was meant to be used, its definitely now. Over the weeks Ive been using it, I've noticed my teeth look notably whiter and also Ive not suffered with any bleeding gums, which I actually was experiencing before I started to use the Diamond Clean.

The biggest question that I know is going to be on everyone's mind, is if its worth the £250 price tag. To which my reply is HELL YES! At the end of the day, our teeth have to last us till we die and If money is no option, then why not look after your teeth in the best possible way you can. This is definitely the daddy of toothbrushes and I honestly cannot thank the lovely pr enough for giving me the opportunity to give my teeth a little luxury!

Available to purchase direct from the Phillips website priced at £250.00

Product provided for free for review purposes.

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Dove giveaway winners announced!!!!!

Thank you to everyone that entered the Dove giveaway, the 6 lucky winners are:

harpreet.bedi1@gmail.com
Dannii49@hotmail.co.uk
unetasse@hotmail.com
jessicathomas133@gmail.com
rebeccajlsk@gmail.com
NicolaAnnaLou@gmail.com

An email should be with you all very soon!

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Giveaway time! - 6 bottles of Dove Intensive Nourishment Body Lotion up for grabs!!!

What better way to get back into the swing of things, than with a giveaway!!! The lovely pr for Dove have kindly offered to provide 6 lucky readers with a bottle of their new  Dove Intensive Nourishment Body Lotion.

"Everyone can have skin that feels great – some of us just need a little extra help. Which is where Dove Intensive Nourishment Body Lotion comes in. It’s highly effective non-greasy Cream-Oil formula combines rich cream and skin-nourishing oil to provide extra dry skin with the care it needs to become extra soft and extra smooth".

I've been using the lotion for the past week and have completely fallen in love. Ive mentioned countless of times on the blog, that when it comes to body lotion I like them to sink in fast, be non greasy, leave no residue and offer me maximum moisture, which is just what Doves Intensive Nourishment provides. As with all Dove products, it also leaves my skin smelling absolutely divine, which lingers throughout the day.

If you fancy getting your hands on one of the 6 bottles up for grabs, simply follow the rules below to enter!

RULES


- Comment with "enter me".One comment per person. Please leave your email address.

- Giveaway ends 16th November (1 week today)

- Open to blog followers only. New followers are welcome to enter but please show your support for Beautylicious Love and follow with google friend connect (to the right) first.

- UK only. Sorry international readers!

Good Luck!

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A quick hello....

I'm still alive Ladies, not joshed it yet! ha.

I know Ive not been around on the blog for a couple of months or on twitter and to be honest... I've missed you all so much! I've had a lot going on in my life the past few months and I just needed to take a break. I intend to be back up and running very shortly though!

Thank you to those who have emailed me, It actually feels so nice to be missed and I was so touched when I read my emails.

So what have I missed? any goss?

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A quick hello....