Crème de la Cream Blush!

Hey all! Sorry about the lack of posts! Thought I would talk about one of my favourite products at the moment; Bobbi Brown’s pot rouge for lips and cheeks. I know that this isn’t a new product but its new(-ish) to me.

Sorry about the bad lighting, my camera wasn't feeling well

I probably got my first one back in September. I had done quite a bit of debating on whether or not to get it. Reason being the blemishes I have on my cheeks, I figured if I applied a cream over them the foundation would just rub off (exposing scaring). But I thought it would bite the bullet and get one to try. I was obviously right to try it because now I have two.

The reason for the love at the moment is because it provides a nice sheen/glow on the skin and when the weather is dull you look so awake/fresh. I personally think it’s like a very natural ‘glow from within’ (sorry for sounding cliché!).

It’s a really creamy texture and super easy to blend. I would probably stay away from it if you have really oily cheeks because I don’t think it would last on that skin type. It has really good pigmentation and is nice and buildable. They come in a range of colours. As for pigmentation peaking through on application; it does a little, but I find using a brush is better than fingers (and you can touch up concealing afterward).

Now, this product says it is good for lips, to be honest I haven’t used it on my lips, I feel like it would be a funny texture for the lips but I can’t judge that claim.

It comes in at £18.00 which isn’t cheap! But I got ‘cabo coral’ at the airport and ‘powder pink’ when there was a discount/sale thing going on in Debenhams. So if you are contemplating it, keep your eyes pealed for sales.

Have you got any of the pot rouges? What do you think? =) x

Make-up Brush Loving!

Whenever my friends come around they are always astonished by the vast array of make-up brushes I own, I’ll be honest; I have too many...“Hi, my name is Rohini and I am addicted to make-up brushes!”

I have a thing about applying my make up with my fingers, I don't like it. I don't know why but that’s my excuse for owning so many. That being said, I know exactly which brushes I would recommend!

Real Techniques!!

I bought mine when I went to America last September. I was absolutely driven to get these brushes and I am so glad I did! The hype surrounding these brushes is justified. I am soo happy that they are finally being stocked in Boots, all I can say is; it’s about time!

If I had to pick which brushes to buy out of the 3 sets, I would say the core collection, which contains brushes for face products.

Likes:

The buffing brush is brilliant for foundation application. The contour brush is great for cream blushes. There are two other brushes which can be used for concealer, one larger than that the other. These brushes apply liquid and powder products brilliantly. The bristles are super soft (they’re synthetic), they are easy to clean and it’s affordable. You get 4 brushes for £21.99 and if you have enough boots points you don’t need to pay a penny.

Dislikes:

The only thing that is slightly annoying about these brushes it the size of the handles, they are quite chunky. The reason is so they can sit on your vanity but I don’t keep my brushes like that, they all live in holders. I can live with this minor flaw though, definitely worth a look see if you’re in a boots or looking to invest in some brushes.

The brush that I really wanted when I went to America was the stippling brush, but they were out of stock (I was so gutted), so that is now on my list of things to get when I get paid.

Do you have any of these brushes? If so, what do you think of them? What brushes are you favourite? =) x

Shrove Tuesday!

Usually I don’t make pancakes on Shrove Tuesday but today I thought why not…any excuse for something sweet! I had a quick Google to get the precise measurements and followed a Delia recipe.

It was quick and easy and managed to feed my brother, my Dad and myself. They were absolutely scrumptious. I had mine with lemon and sugar.

What’s your favourite topping for pancakes?