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Beauty Wishlist | #1

Hi guys, today I thought I would bring you a new type of post. I have never actually done a wish list post on my blog but as I am always looking at new fashion, beauty/makeup products I thought it would be nice if I did one up on my blog as I always see other bloggers do it so why not join the bandwagon!

Whenever I'm shopping I always end up wanting everything - which by the way I can barely afford. I'm BROKE - I seriously need to get a decent job! (Someone hire me!) So by doing a wish list I have kind of restricted myself which is in some way helpful.

I've got quite a few beauty products that I have my eyes on but I've tried to cut it down. I wouldn’t usually put a lot of beauty products on my wish list for one month but seeing as it's my birthday month I added a few sneaky extra bits - A girls gotta’ treat herself now and then!

Anyway, the following items are on my beauty list for this month:-

Liz Earl Cleanse & Polish - Hot Cloth Cleanser

I always see other youtubers and bloggers rave about how good this product is and it's been on my list for quite some time now so I really do want to get my hands on this. I own the Liz Earl toner spritzer and I absolutely love it so I think that this product would do wonders!

They recently have come out with a limited edition bottle which looks super cute and adorable but I don’t really mind which I get as long as I have the actual product ha-ha =P

MAC Lipstick

There are 2 MAC lipsticks which I have had my eyes on lately. They are Creme in your Coffee (Right) and Verve (Left). Both of these are such gorgeous shades!

NUXE Reve DeMiel Lip Balm

I tend to get chapped dry lips a lot and I've tried many lip balms and many of them haven't really worked on me. I’ve seen a few of my fave Instagram beauty accounts and some bloggers say positive stuff about this one so only fair if I give it a shot my self 'ey!

Nip+FabDragons Blood Fix Plumping Serum

I feel like my skin needs a bit more love at the minute as I have been having a lot more breakouts and my skin has been a lot dryer in areas of my face which is not normal for me. I really have been slacking with my skincare routine :(

I've read up some good things on this serum so I defo want to get my hand on this - need to build up on a good skincare routine again.

Benefit Hoola Bronzer

Well, do I even need to say anything about this?! Literally every YouTube makeup guru probably owns this bronzer & if that's the case then I think it's time I treat my self to one too - if not this month maybe next month J

MAC Prolong Wear Concealer - NW25

I got my shade tested not to long ago at the MAC store and boy was the coverage of this amazing! I've actually wanted to purchase this from quite a while back but just have never brought myself to buy it.

Bourjois Rouge Edition Velvet Lipstick Nude-ist

Once again, I’ve read many reviews on their rouge edition velvet lipsticks and many people have loved them. A bunch of my friends own some of the colours and they were telling me about how great they are! Ahhh the colour of this looks so pretty! Let’s just hope it looks just as good on the lips too once I get round to purchasing it.

So there you have my beauty wishlist for this month. Let me know some items that are on your wishlist for this month in the comments down below & also if you enjoyed reading this sort of post do let me know so I can do more in the future :D

Have a lovely week & speak to you all very soon
Lots of love
Fatima
xox

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5 Uses Of Coconut Oil | Beauty/ Skincare

Okay so I'm pretty sure you have all heard of extra virgin coconut oil right? If you haven't then I don't know where you've been! Coconut oil is literally great for everything. If you haven't heard of coconut oil or don't know much about it then keep reading to discover the fantastic benefits.

I have been using this jar of goodness for roughly over 2 years now and hands down, it has some of the most amazing benefits ever! Today, I will share 5 benefits or uses I have found by using extra virgin coconut oil.

1) Body Moisturiser

If you get extremely dry hands like me, rub some coconut oil in between your hands and you will instantly notice the difference. The moisture actually lasts a long time! Coconut oil is also suitable to use as a body moisturiser as it really helps to hydrate the skin. I like to use it all over my skin once I am out of the shower, as your skin is still damp, it is a lot easier for it to absorb. If you have sensitive skin then don’t worry, as this product is made out of natural goodness so it is suitable for all skin types.

2) Lip Balm

As coconut oil works amazing everywhere, it also works as an awesome lip balm. Apply some on to dry chapped lips and watch it work its magic.

3) Eye Makeup Remover

I've found that coconut oil works quite well as an eye makeup remover! So if you have mascara on or any extra eye makeup you want to remove rub some coconut oil over it and remove with a cotton pad. This really helps to break down the makeup. It is also great for the eyes. If you have sensitive eyes it will not irritate them due to the products natural ingredients. Coconut oil can also be used all over your face. Take some coconut oil between your fingers and massage over your face. This will help to break down all that gunk on your face. Once you have massaged the oil on to your face, let it sink in to the skin for a bit then wash your face as normal :)

4) Eyelashes
After removing your makeup, apply some coconut oil on to the base of your lashes. This will help them to grow longer.

5) Hair

This makes a great conditioner or an oil for your hair. I bet you all are thinking, “oil makes my hair look greasy”. It can if you go overboard. All you need is a small amount. I like to just massage a tiny bit of coconut oil in to my hair now and then just to give it some life. Another thing which I like to do is put coconut oil in my hair about half an hour- to an hour before going in to the shower. That way, all the oil gets a chance to get absorbed in to the scalp. Once you’ve washed your hair and you’re out of the shower... ‘Wa-lah- You will be left will beautiful soft hair. Coconut oil really helps to grow and maintain the health of your hair.

So those are just 5 uses of coconut oil. There are many more uses of coconut oil but I have only highlighted the reasons why I love coconut oil so much. I hope you enjoyed reading this post and learnt a bit more about this wonder product!

If you have found any interesting uses of coconut oil that have worked for you then do share it in the comments section :D

Lots of Love

Fatima xo

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Burt & Bees Lip Shimmer Review

Burt's Bees

So a couple of years back, I discovered this brand called Burt’s Bees through my sister because she purchased some of their products & I kind of gave them a cheeky try. From what I could remember their products were really good & worked very well.

If you haven't heard of the company Burt's Bees then they are a company which makes tons of amazing products to suit everyone from men to mums and even babies! The best thing is that these products are made using as many natural ingredients as possible, so unlike other brands, Burt's Bees makes sure that they use the least amount of chemicals and all the other stuff that is usually found in general products. After all natural is best! They also have products for hair care, lips, body, hand and feet and much more. Burt's Bees believe in 'making the most of what nature has already given us & what you put on your body is just as important as what you put in it.' - I totally agree with this statement!

Burt’s Bees were kind enough to send me 2 of their Lip shimmers to try out. The 2 shades they sent were Fig and Watermelon. When they arrived in the post I was super excited to try them. After sampling and using them for a while I can confidently give you my opinion on these 2 lip shimmers.

Okay so don't be too alarmed when I say 'Lip Shimmers' because if you're like me and don't like shimmery lip products, then no need to worry, I can assure you that these lip products have the slightest hint of shimmer. You really don't even notice it!

Starting with the packaging of this product. As you can see, it is a very simple design with a coloured cap on in order to indicate the different shades. The size is perfect just to throw in to your handbag or even your back pocket. So whether you carry a bag or not it's just convenient for all.

These lip shimmers not only gave me a pretty good amount of colour on my lips but they also really moisturised and nourished my lips, thanks to the use of a bunch of natural ingredients such as Shea Butter, Vitamin E & Beeswax. A couple of seconds after applying this product, it left this tingly sensation on my lips. This was from the hint of peppermint flavour in the product.

The fact that these products are made from natural ingredients but they still manage to leave a good amount of colour was really impressive. The colour pay off is amazing and can totally be pulled of as a lipstick. This may not apply to all the shades but may do for some, in particular the fig one definitely showed up more on my skin colour compared to the watermelon one.

Watermelon - Right
Fig - Left

The watermelon shade appeared very sheer on my lips and didn't show as much colour. I felt like this shade was more on the lighter side for me so if you have a more lighter skin tone then me, you might like the watermelon shade. However, I found that I preferred the fig one better because even after applying just one coat you could see the colour on the lips .

Below is a close up shot so you can see the shade of the products when swatched.

Overall, I think these lip shimmers are a great mix between a lipstick and a lip balm. As I haven't tried all the colours I don't know which colours give the most pay off but the two that I have talked about in this post are lovely colours. One that I have heard many people talk about is the shade Rhubarb which is an absolutely gorgeous shade.

If you’re looking for something that you can quickly apply on your lips every day, making sure that your lips are left moisturised with a hint of colour then my friend, look no further!

I would definitely recommend checking out these lip shimmers along with other items from this brand. I am so impressed with these products and will probably continue using this product and go on to trying more of their other products too :)

If you do try or have tried any of their other products let me know what your thoughts were on them!

Burt's Bees products can be purchased in some stores for which I will leave their links to below.

Debenhams

Feel Unique

Holland & Barrett

Please note that these products were kindly sent to me & all opinions are honest and of my own.

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November Favourites

What comes in to your mind when I say December? Winter, Cold nights, Cosy knits, Lights, Christmas, Gifts… I'm not going to lie I love December because it's the chance to grab a lot of stuff at awesome prices especially from the Christmas sales!

I can't believe that the year has almost come to an end! Time just seems to be ticking by so quickly, before you know it December will be finished and it will be a new year! Before I start going off on one of my rambles today's post is actually my November favourites! I haven't done a favourites post in a while because sometimes I feel as though I don't have 'favourites' every month but this month I found myself loving and using quite a few products. Keep reading to find out my November faves ☺

1) Dior Skin Star Foundation

Dior Skin Star Foundation

I've been picking up this foundation quite a lot lately and I must say you definitely get what you pay for. The packaging is gorgeous and very sleek yet simple. The foundation its self is a very good match because I did ask for them to test against my skin to find my colour. Looking at it from the bottle I thought the colour was going to be dark for me but when it was applied it actually blended in very well with my skin. It leaves a lovely natural finish on the skin - kind of like a second skin but WAYY better because it takes away those imperfections on your face and leaves your face with a gorgeous complexion.

2) LA Girl Pro Conceal Concealer - Creamy Beige

LA Girl Pro Conceal Concealer

I've been using this concealer religiously everyday as part of my routine and I've fallen in love with it. I think it just provides a great amount of coverage and for the price it’s definitely one to try out.

It's been compared to the MAC prolong wear concealer and it's supposed to be a dupe. I don't own the MAC concealer but this is definitely a cheaper option if you’re looking to try the MAC concealer and can't afford it or just don't want to spend a lot of money on a concealer!

3) Maybelline Age Rewind Eraser - Nude

Maybelline Instant Anti Age Eye Eraser

Eye Eraser - Nude

Now this product had been talked about tons in the Beauty world so when I did finally get around to getting one (which by the way was very late) I did find myself using it quite a bit. I think it definitely works great for reducing dark circles under the eyes because I have very bad dark circles and they do cover up pretty well! It can also work great as a highlighter. This product only comes in 2 shades in the UK which is the downside because you’re very limited on options. I brought both the light and the nude shade but I use the nude one a lot more as it blends in with my skin better.

4) Dove Derma Spa Hand Cream

I actually mentioned this in my haul post from last week if any of you remember. This cream is a little tube of magic. It is so moisturising to my somewhat dry hands and just gives them so much more life! I love how this cream doesn’t leave that greasy feeling on the hands and just sinks in to the skin very easily. I have fallen in love with this hand cream and have been reaching out to use this cream everyday just because I love it that much!

5) Makeup Revolution lipstick

I have honestly been loving this brand since I first came across it in Superdrug. All there products are so affordable and work amazing. In the month of November I probably used this lipstick the most! I love the colour and its wearing time is pretty good. Oh & it was only £1 which is a total bonus! Makeup Revolution is a brand that is so worth checking out. I promise you won't regret it!

6) Technic Cheek Tint

Cheek Tint

How the colour look when applied <3

I brought this a while back and used it loads but then I kind of forgot about it when I discovered some new makeup but I stumbled across it again recently and I'm loving it just because it's a liquid blush and it helps you to achieve that natural finish because sometimes with powder blushes you end up applying more on one side which is a pain! This however is a lot easier when it comes to adding a hint of colour on your cheeks but not too much! I use the brush to apply the colour and then go ahead and blend it out with my fingers or a brush.

It’s a much cheaper version of benefits ‘Benetint’. I think I need to purchase the Benetint soon but I just can’t bring myself to buy it!

That's all my faves for the month of November! Thank you for stopping by to read this post. I hope you enjoyed it reading about my November favourites. I would love to know what some of your faves were so feel free to leave a comment below =)

Until next time

Lotsa’ love

Fatima xox

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Beauty/Makeup Haul <3

I feel as though I haven't done some makeup shopping in ages, so the other day after college I popped in to town and obviously ended up getting a few goodies to treat myself. There was loads of things that I liked but didn't want to end up splurging too much money. I did pick up a few products and probably will go back soon to buy more things especially as there are lots of sales and stuff happening right now: D however, here are some products I brought and can't wait to try ☺

Soap & Glory Body Scrub - Sugar Crush

I forgot to take a separate picture for the scrub but hope you can see it slightly in the picture. I needed a good scrub to get rid of dead skin cells and exfoliate my skin and my sister was telling me about this one so I thought why not give it a try. It has a mixture of different stuff but I can mainly smell the lovely lime scent which I actually really like <3

Real Techniques Miracle Complexion Brush

The very well-known sponge that's been talked about loads! I'm sure many of you have already tried this or own this! It's a similar dupe to the beauty blender. This comes in a pack of 2 which was £10.00.

Real Techniques Miracle Complexion Sponges

Dove Derma Spa Indulgent Hand Treatment

This is a new range from Dove. I had to pick it up when I saw it. I've already started using this cream & I must say it's amazing. It leaves my hands SOO smooth and it smells lovely too! Perfect size to throw in your handbag ;)

Dove Derma Spa Hand Cream

MUA Matte Perfect Loose Powder

I don't really own any form of loose powder so when I was looking at the MUA stand I came across this powder so I thought I'd give it a try! It was only £2.50!

MUA Matte Perfect Powder

MUA Skin Define Hydro Powder

I've seen quite a few people using this product and have said they liked this so as it was available in Superdrug I decided to pick one up :)

MUA Skin Define Hydro Powder

Baby Lips Winter Delight Sweet Apple

If you didn't already know I love using baby lips for a hint of colour. My fave is the cherry one: D I saw this new one which I thought I'd try and it’s a special winter addition one with a super cute design on it.

Baby Lips Sweet Apple

Makeup Revolution Ultra Cream Contour

I actually recently won this from a competition which is quite a surprise because when it comes to competitions I never usually get much luck but glad I did this time! I generally love makeup revolution products and own a handful of their stuff myself! I can't wait to try out this cream contour though☺ although I still need to work out how to contour properly! Don't worry I'll be watching a ton of YouTube videos to help me with that ;)

Revolution Cream Contour

Beautiful Shades

That's about all the beauty products I have to share with you today! If you have tried some of these then let me know what your thoughts on them are! ❤

Until next time,

Lotsa’ Love

Fatima 😘

xxx

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Everyday Makeup Routine!

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Essence Lip Products - Swatches & Review

Recently, I've found myself loving essence products loads! I mean I loved them from the start anyway but I've just been reaching out to them a lot lately & every time I go to Wilko's I have to browse and look at their stand just to see if I want to purchase anything and most of the time the answer to that is YES!

I have a mini collection of essence products so today I thought I would share with you these products and show you some swatches so you guys can see how amazing this brand is. Most of which are lip liners or should I just say all of them are lip products!

So I don't own many lip liners and really wanted some & when I came across these I picked up a bunch of colours! There only £1 and the colour payoff of these are incredible! Seriously if you’re a lipstick junkie or love makeup you can't miss this one! Here are the lip liners that I own. I will also do swatches of them so you can see the different shades.

Essence Lipliners

Swatches Of Different Shades

The next product which I recently purchased from there is the ‘XXXL Nude Lip Gloss’. The name pretty much sums it up. It’s a nude coloured gloss. It’s a great colour for everyday wear and if you’re someone who likes to go nude and natural on your lips then I think you might just have to give this one a try. I also purchased the ‘XXXL Shine Lip Gloss’ & boy is it glossy! Like seriously glossy but in a good Way: D I don’t really wear lip glosses much but I really liked this shade so I thought I’d give it a try. I brought mine in the shade 'Fabulous Fuchsia' because I wanted to have a pop of colour. The gloss it self does last for a good amount of time and what I love about this is it automatically adds an amazing amount of colour on your lips without having to apply a lipstick or another product before applying the gloss on top. It’s been my recent fave and I’ve just been picking this up lately instead of a lipstick. If you’re not a glossy person then you can just dab the gloss of so it appears less shiny or you could purchase the nude glosses. For £1.80-£2.00 I'm more then impressed with these and will definitely have to invest in more colours!

Right - Nude Gloss
Left - XXXL Shine Gloss

The last few products are the Essence Lipsticks. Now these lipsticks are my sisters but I thought I would add them in so you guys can see the shades and how they look. However, I can tell you the packaging is pretty good and I have tried them on my lips a few times & they were great on the lips too!

Lipsticks <3

Lipstick Swatches. I kind of lost the last lipstick so couldn't swatch it

I cannot think of anything but good things to say so far about my experience with essence products! If you’re looking for some new makeup but want to stay on a budget or just likes trying different makeup brands and all that stuff then I seriously recommend you try out this brand. I promise it's worth it! These products are insanely good and for the price it does work wonders! This brand is only available in Wilkinson’s so if you've got one near you defo go check the essence stand out! I hope this post was of some sort of use & hope you enjoyed.

Lotsa’ Love

Fatima

xox

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Summer Basic Essentials!

The month that pretty much everyone can't wait for... Purely because of the holidays, sunshine & all the other good things that come with that of course!

I think it's safe to say that July's started off as a pretty hot month! Hot isn't even the right word, it's been boiling! Well... It is summer after all! But I didn't expect it to be this hot especially seeing as we don't get much sun in the UK. Anyway, this hot weather got me inspired to write today's post which is 5 basic essentials which are a MUST for summer!

My Top 5 Basic Summer Essentials

1) Sun Protection Lotion/ cream

Many of you will probably be thinking yes that's pretty obvious Fatima but sometimes it's easy to forget to put sun cream on because I've done it myself quite a few times and ended up getting heat spots which end up turning in to a rash :( To avoid that happening make sure you apply sun cream before going out on very hot days. Oh & keep your sun protection cream somewhere where you will easily spot it! That way you will remember to apply it before you leave your house!

2) Deodorant

Some good old deodorant is always handy! In case you feel sweaty or just want to stay cool then it's always good to carry or use a deodorant. My personal fave is the Forever Living Aloe- Shield Deodorant Stick. I cannot tell you guys how amazing this is! According to the company the product claims that ‘Aloe Ever-Shield® Deodorant Stick provides effective, all-day protection against underarm odor and can be applied directly after showering or waxing without stinging. Aloe Ever-Shield® glides on smoothly, does not stain clothes, and maximizes the deodorant properties of aloe vera while eliminating ingredients that could be harmful.’ I can confidently say that this product has done all of the above. Since I came across this I haven't gone back to a drugstore deodorant! It is very different to many other deodorants I have come across and it literally keeps you feeling fresh and cool. It's totally worth the price!
If you’re interested in purchasing this item, then you can message me & order one from me as I am a forever distributor.

3) Blotting Sheets

It's likely that you’re going to feel oily and sweaty especially when the scorching hot sun is shining directly on you! If you’re like me and get oily very quick or even if you’re not oily but just feel really hot then blotting sheets is a MUST! I always talk about how much I love these but in summer these will defo become your best friend & need to be with you! Trust me you will thank me later ;) .

4) Spray/ Perfume

You want to make sure you smell fresh or nice throughout the day. Be sure to either carry some sort of spray or perfume with you in your bag just to touch up throughout the day. After all, everyone likes to smell good don't they?!

& last but not least...

5) (The Very Very Important one)

Water

DRINK PLENTY OF WATER!! You don't want to get dehydrated. Your body will get tired easily and needs enough energy to last the whole day! & our body is made up of about 70% water so it is vital to continue to feed your body with water. Oh & drinking plenty of water helps to keep your skin nice and clear.

Tip if your fasting: - Make sure you drink tons of water at Suhoor/Sehri to last you throughout the day! You don't want to get dehydrated in this hot weather.

There you have it! My top 5 essentials for this hot weather. Hope this post was of somewhat use to you. Leave a comment below or let me know through my social media as to what kind of post you want next J

Speak to you guys soon

Lotsa love

Fatima

xox

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Review :- Garnier Micellar Cleansing Water

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Beauty Wishlist | #1

Cheeky Lush Purchase!

5 Uses Of Coconut Oil | Beauty/ Skincare

Burt & Bees Lip Shimmer Review

November Favourites

Beauty/Makeup Haul <3

Everyday Makeup Routine!

Essence Lip Products - Swatches & Review

Summer Basic Essentials!

Review :- Garnier Micellar Cleansing Water

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