TOM FORD FIRST IMPRESSION

TOM FORD MATTE LIPSTICK FIRST IMPRESSIONS

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Good evening Little Ones, time for an old-fashioned first impressions! It's been a while since I've conducted one of these, (due to the fact I'm impatient and dive into products too quickly). But seeing that I've managed to obtain such self-restraint, here we are ... With a brand I have never mentioned on this blog before, say hello to the endearing, Tom Ford.
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FIRST IMPRESSIONS | PACKAGING:

Love at first sight. The reflective crocodile exterior is extraordinary. Professionalism, seductive and dangerous, I felt empowered in the presence of such beauty. Tom Ford, (slow clapping), I hold my hat to you, the simplistic elegant design had me melting, and I hadn't yet freed the lipstick. 

As soon as I unveiled the prize within, I was shocked, I never thought a beauty product could be this breath-taking. 

Delicate, vulnerable and beautiful, it feels like a crime to ruin such an iconic piece of make-up. Everything down to Tom Ford's initial on the tip of the lipstick, makes every penny you spent on this wonder worth it. The memorising golden parallel lines submerging around the lipstick, almost acting as a barrier screams grace. Such a simple design, but being uncomplicated in this circumstance is paying off.  

Just gazing at this product gives me high hopes that the performance is just as thrilling, who else would create such a wonderful package that didn't stay consistent with appearances? 

FIRST IMPRESSIONS | THE PERFORMANCE:

Let's begin with application. Glided on like a dream, didn't tug at my lips, one swipe and my eyes witnessed intense pigmentation; which shocked me with such an innocent shade. 

The knife-like applicator made it exceedingly easy to reach the sides of my mouth, as well as carving out my cupid-bow. The more I applied the more I fell in love with this lipstick. 

A few moments past and I could see the formula drying down into velvet, it was soft to touch and didn't transfer, (I knew this was going to be a great lipstick). 

The colour is flattering, which I didn't think was possible on my skin-tone, me and pink don't normally get along. 

The hours ticked by, I applied this beauty 7 hours ago and it's still on my lips, I've drank out of fresh-juice bottles, eaten noodles, (which are extremely messy), and this bad-boy has stuck its ground. 

Needless to say, this is a fantastic performer. 

Is my bank account going to hate me? Yes, do I have more shades arriving? yes again. 

Before I forget, the shade name is, Age of consent, why wouldn't you want this shade?

FIRST IMPRESSIONS | PRICE:

Yes, the price is a kick in the teeth, there is no denying that ... £40 is dear. But, I'm a make-up collector, more specifically in lipsticks, I'm obsessed, it's OK, please don't send help. 

With lipsticks, paying the higher price is always worth it, I'm not saying Maybelline isn't fantastic, because I adore their matte range. 

But I want longevity with a lipstick, this is where my higher-end range kicks in ... This lipstick has lasted 7 hours, and could last more. None of my drugstore lipsticks have managed to last that long. 

Yes, you're paying for the name, but you are also paying for quality. 

If you want a lipstick that's going to stay by your side, count Tom Ford in. 

If you don't have the coin for Tom Ford, there are plenty of cheaper options out there! Yes, this is expensive, and I'm not saying buy the whole range, but if you want to treat yourself, go ahead this is worth the splurge. 

If you are interested in this lipstick the link is down below for you! Saves hunting it down yourself! 

http://www.selfridges.com/GB/en/cat/tom-ford-matte-lip-colour-3g_450-3001058-T1LP310000/?previewAttribute=Heavenly+creature

This is now the end of my blog post, I do hope you enjoyed the read, these lipsticks are worth the hype. There are plenty of other shades if this one isn't for you. 

If you want to see more first impressions, please do let me know! I do have another blog post coming out tomorrow, stay tuned for that!

Have a lovely day! Remember to stay safe and stay tuned! :) x x x 

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BOLD LIP LOOK

BRIGHT MAKE-UP 

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Good afternoon Little Ones! Today is a new day, and I've decided to talk you through one of my favourite make-up looks, I have no idea how this is going to work, seeing as you can't hear or see me; but let's give it a go. For my fellow readers out there, you are in for a treat! Besides, this has been highly requested for some time.
Without any further or do, let's roll on my first make-up tutorial, reading edition!

Firstly, as always I turned my face into the perfect canvas, by removing all dead-skin with my ever so trusted Clearasil exfoliation pads ... Who wants to apply foundation to the Sahara desert? Not the look I'm going for, to ensure that moisture was pumped back into my system I used my beloved moisturiser-Origins Make A Difference Plus Ultra-Rich Cream. Wow, that's sounds like a mouthful.

Now you know I've actually put effort into my skincare routine to ensure my make-up looks flawless, let's dive into the make-up side of things. 

FACE-BASE PRODUCTS:

YSL TOP SECRETS MOISTURE GLOW PRIMER:

Little Ones, I can't emphasis this enough, believe me I used to think primer was a useless step and a waste of money, but this makes all the difference to adding hydration to the skin, and ensuring my make-up stays put all day. 

This glides onto my skin effortlessly, as well as hydrating my skin, diminishing all the dry patches. On a daily basis I apply this product after my moisturiser, and focus on my dry patches, being: forehead, nose and cheeks. 

MAYBELLINE DREAM SATIN LIQUID FOUNDATION (SHADE 02 FAIR BEIGE)

Normally I tend to stay away from drug-store foundations as they can never nail my shade, it's always far too dark, or orange, neither of which I'm content with; last time I checked I wasn't auditioning for an Oompa Loompa role for Charlie in the Chocolate Factory. But, Maybelline managed to near enough create an almost perfect shade! It's slightly too dark, but with concealer it tones it down, the average person wouldn't even notice. The coverage and finish is beautiful! I tend to apply this foundation with a beauty blender, I use as much as I see fit and blend it out until I'm happy with the way it looks.

MAYBELLINE FIT ME CONCEALER (SHADE 05):

Next up is my precious concealer by Maybelline, I've been testing a few drug-store concealers and this one is beyond my favourite. The coverage and finish is phenomenal, it blends like a dream, and matches with every foundation in my collection; high-end and drug-store. 

I apply this under my eyes, forehead and chin, anywhere I want to add dimension to my face, I place it there and blend it out with my trusty beauty blender. 

POWDER FACE PRODUCTS:

CHANEL LOOSE POWDER:

Look what we have here ... My most used, (and favourite powder), if you have dry skin this has become your new best-friend. I use this to set my concealer and foundation, I bake underneath my eyes, as well as lightly tapping the remainder of the product over the rest of my face.

The Chanel loose power is a dream to work with, smooth in texture without feeling chalky on the skin, which is why it's perfect for dryer skin.

BENEFIT HOOLA BRONZER:

To be able to give the appearance that I'm not dying, I use my Benefit hoola bronzer, ever since I discovered make-up, this has been my go-to bronzer. I've tried others in the past, but nothing compares to this beauty. I lightly apply this to my: forehead, cheekbones, jaw and neck. When I'm happy with the application, I take a contour brush, and directly apply it to my cheekbones and jaw; just to make them more defined. 

NARS SARAH MOON BLUSH PALETTE:

Before I get judged ... I know it's a blush palette, but the golden shade is the perfect highlighter, it gives such a sensational subtle glow, I adore it. So we've all established that I use the golden shade for highlighter, but I also use the rose-gold shade for blush. Sometimes I use orgasm by Nars, but lately I've been obsessed with this product. In terms of application I use my blush brush for you guessed it ... Blush, and my highlighter brush for ... Highlighter!

EYE PRODUCTS:

I've finally started to use mascara on a regular basis, take me to the promised land! I've been trying to find a great mascara for years, after spending a stupid amount of money I gave up. Until social media forced me to believe that I needed sensational lashes ... So I branched out and tried this, It does such a fantastic job, gives me so much length, and even holds a subtle curl, (which I never knew I had). 

On the other hand, I also used the L'Oreal Super Slim Liner in black, this idiot forgot to take a picture, but I've always used this liner to create the perfect cat-eye.

LIP PRODUCTS:

GIGI HADID LIP LINER AND LIPSTICK (SHADE AUSTYN)

We all know I no stranger to a red lip ... I used to be extremely intimidated by the thought of wearing red lipstick, maybe because of the negative connotations, and being bullied at school, (didn't help). Since having a massive lipstick collection I love experimenting with both, high-end and drug-store lip products. I just no happened to stumble across the relatively new Gigi Hadid collection. I adore this shade, it's the perfect red in my opinion, if I can rock it anyone can! Although, be careful with the lip-liner, it crumples away at times, (really annoying), but be careful with application. 

Right now Little Ones, this is now the end of my blog post! If you are interested in any of the products above, I will leave a link below for you all! Saves you lot manual labour. 

If you liked this blog post, then please let me know! It was interesting, due to the fact I couldn't show you how I use these products, if you want to see more of this then let me know!

I hope you have a lovely day, and I will see you tomorrow! Remember to stay safe and stay tuned! 

:) x x x

PRODUCT LINKS: 

• YSL PRIMER-https://www.johnlewis.com/yves-saint-laurent-top-secrets-instant-moisture-glow/p2013293
• MAYBELLINE FOUNDATION- https://www.superdrug.com/Maybelline/Maybelline-Dream-Satin-Liquid-Foundation-10-Ivory-30ml/p/555762
• MAYBELLINE CONCEALER- https://www.superdrug.com/Maybelline/Maybelline-Fit-Me-Concealer-Medium-25/p/498753
• CHANEL POWDER-https://www.johnlewis.com/chanel-poudre-universelle-libre-natural-finish-loose-powder/p1723261?colour=20%20Clair
• BENEFIT BRONZER-https://www.johnlewis.com/benefit-gimme-mini-hoola-powder-tan/p3222578
• MAYBELLINE MASCARA-https://www.superdrug.com/Make-Up/Eye-Makeup/Mascara/Maybelline-Lash-Sensational-Mascara-01-Very-Black-9-5ml/p/348705
• L'OREAL EYELINER-http://www.boots.com/loreal-paris-super-liner-eye-liner-matmatic-10163238
• MAYBELLINE LIP-LINER-http://www.boots.com/maybelline-x-gigi-hadid-lip-liner-west-coast-10239668
• MAYBELLINE LIPSTICK-http://www.boots.com/maybelline-x-gigi-hadid-matte-lipstick-west-coast-10239665

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HIGH-END LIPSTICK DUPES-SAVE YOUR MONEY

LIPSTICK DUPES:

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Good evening Little Ones! I have an exciting new blog post! No it's not a product review, recipe, or even a haul. As you can tell by the title of this post, it's a lipstick dupe recommendations! I have been wanting to do this for a while; but seeing that it's time consuming, I found it hard to find the time to do this to the best of my abilities! But here we are, and I can't wait to share this with you.
Without any further or do, I present you with my lipstick dupes!

MAC LIQUID LIPSTICK VS L'OREAL LIP PAINT:

Our first competitor is the Mac liquid lipstick-topped with brandy for  £17.50, this was my first ever liquid lipstick, and it set high standards. The colour is beautiful, the longevity is magnificent, and it suits all skin-tones; to find something half the price was going to be a challenge, (so I thought).
A few months down the line, L'Oreal happened to launch their very own versions of liquid lipsticks; seeing that I was already a fan on their products, I decided to purchase a few from the collection. 

I landed with the shade 219, a stunning purple-grey, but it reminded me of something I already owned, the formulation is great, glides on well but sometimes goes patchy, which isn't the end of the world; seeing that it was £6.99.
In comparison to the Mac liquid lipstick, the colour is just as elegant, but the formulation wasn't as easy to apply, and also, it didn't last as long. But so what if you have to re-apply? If it saves £10, are you really going to fuss? 

CHANEL LIPSTICK VS RIMMEL KATE MOSS LIPSTICK: 

First and foremost, my Chanel lipstick in the shade 402 retails for, £28, I originally purchased this when I went to France, and fell in love with it immediately. This was perfect for the christening later on that day, and it lasted such a long time, and even stayed after a huge meal ... Which still shocks me, as it's a glossy lipstick.
When I headed back to the UK, I paraded Boots, since I was growing my lipstick collection, I decided to repurchase a few lipsticks, one of them being the Rimmel Kate Moss lipstick, in the shade 03.
Again, I thought to myself, I wonder if that would be similar to my Chanel lipstick, I swatched them side by side, and they were a match! The texture is near enough the same, as well as the colour, (obviously); and they last about the same time. The only main difference between them is the finish, the Chanel lipstick is more glossy, whereas the Rimmel is matte. 

ESTEE LAUDER VS MAYBELLINE GIGI HADID: 

Now we all know I'm not a stranger to reds ... But I did start somewhere, and that just so happened to be Estee Lauder pure envy lipstick, in the shade 370, which retails for, £26. I knew what I wanted, and I needed to start the classic red lipstick look; with only the best.
Let me just say, the pigmentation is out of this world, and it lasts all day! Even when you take this beauty off, it leaves a subtle pink glow, which if you are going for a no-makeup look the next day; this is perfect!
Now, when I felt confident with red lipstick, I wanted to branch out to several brands, I landed upon Gigi Hadid's collection; and everyone was raving about it! So I followed the crowd, and decided to buy a few lipsticks, one I adore, which is the shade Austin ... Again, the pigmentation is phenomenal! This is probably the best drug-store lipstick I have ever come across, the only main differences between the two lipsticks is the finish, Estee Lauder is more glossy, whereas the Maybelline is matte. And the fact that the Maybelline lipstick retails for, £8.99, which is a massive saving of over £10, why not go for the cheaper option? 

BAREMINERALS VS BOURJOIS

Well hello there Bareminerals ... I love your liquid lipsticks, I just so happen to have quite a few in my collection, the newest edition to the family happens to be flawless. Hello? The texture of this lipstick is so whipped, and it doesn't dry my lips to hell, like other liquid lipsticks. And the colour range? Absolutely alluring, I have to have them all! (One day)
But that can come to a hasty cost, as these babies come to a total of £18 each, which if you are on a budget, can be a shock. So I was on the hunt for a dupe, for half the price! 

Eventually, I came across Bourjois liquid lipstick range, they had so many enchanting colours, but I decided that 07 was the closest, it was more pink than I wanted it to be; but it was nearly there. Both textures were identical, they were whipped which I really liked, and they both had the same finish, (dried down matte). The only main difference was the staying power, the Bareminerals lasted a lot longer, but the Bourjois only costs, £8.49, which is a fraction of the price, so what if you have to keep applying throughout the day. 

We have hit the end of the blog post, I really enjoyed writing this piece, and if you want to see other dupe products, I have a tonne in my make-up collection; it's all down to you Little Ones! Whatever you want, I will meet your needs. 

I love you all so very much, and it feels so good to be back writing in my happy place! I will see you again Wednesday! Although, I have been thinking of writing a blog post everyday? What do you think? 

Anyhow, remember to stay safe and stay tuned! :) x x x 

If you are interested in ANY of the products mentioned, I will link them down here for you! 

HIGH-END LIPSTICKS: 

• Mac topped with brandy-https://www.maccosmetics.co.uk/product/13854/37620/products/makeup/lips/lipstick/retro-matte-liquid-lipcolour
• Chanel 402-
  http://www.boots.com/chanel/chanel-make-up/chanel-lips/chanel-rouge-coco-ultra-hydrating-lip-colour-10192846
• Estee Lauder 370-
  http://www.boots.com/Estee-Lauder-Pure-Color-Envy-Matte-Sculpting-Lipstick-10238160
• Bareminerals flawless-
  http://www.boots.com/BareMinerals-Statement-Lip-Matte-Liquid-Lipcolour-10237297

DRUGSRORE LIPSTICKS:

• L'Oreal 219-
  http://www.boots.com/loreal-paris-infallible-nudist-matte-lip-paint-10230092
• Rimmel Kate Moss 03-
  http://www.boots.com/rimmel-kate-lasting-finish-lipstick
• Maybelline Gigi Hadid Austin-
  http://www.boots.com/maybelline-x-gigi-hadid-matte-lipstick-west-coast-10239665

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YSL MATTE LIPSTICK REVIEW

219 YSL MATTE LIPSTICK REVIEW

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Good evening Little Ones! How has your day been so far! I have my week planned out, and it's looking positive, I'm just hoping that I stay this organised throughout the year! As requested, many of you wanted a review of my current favourite lipstick, and that so happens to be ANOTHER YSL product, which isn't an issue for me; as I adore their products. If you want to read a detailed review on this wonder, then keep on reading.

THE PACKAGING: 

Yet again, YSL never fail to satisfy me when it comes to their beautifully packaged products, depending on the finish of the lipstick; determines the design. Their matte lipsticks are protected by a block of illuminating gold; with the classical YSL emblem, portraying that this is their creation. Again, that doesn't take my by surprise, this is their image: clean, elegant and captivating. Seeing this golden goddess in your make-up creation makes you feel proud, it stands out from the crowd. 

On the other hand, the lid comes off effortlessly, but ensures proper protection if you were to drop this lipstick. If I had to critique, I would suggest that they put the colour of the actual lipstick at the bottom,l this way it makes it easier to differentiate what the colour is, whereas you have to read the shade name to ensure that you have the right lipstick.

Other than that, this lipstick gets a 10/10 on presentation, little is more in this industry, in my opinion any way.

THE PRODUCT:

Now to the main event! Over the years I have equated an array of lipsticks, I know the features that make a fantastic lipstick, vice-versa. The elements that ensure you have the perfect lipstick entail: long staying power, high pigmentation, comfortable to wear, easy to apply and doesn't bleed. You'll be pleased to know that this YSL lipstick in the shade 219 ticks all the boxes. When I first applied this lipstick, it went on like a dream, it's exceedingly soft and creamy; which is strange for a matte lipstick. The diamond shape applicator made it really easily to apply, and managed to reach the awkward places of my mouth; being the inner corners. The pigmentation of this wonder is out-of-this-world! One swipe and you look like a sexy senorita!

As portrayed in the images above, this is what this lipstick looks like on the lip, it does have a slight blue undertone, which can enhance yellow teeth; but I didn't have this issue. Now for the real part of the test! How long did it take to bleed? And it didn't, not once! Which really shocked me, especially with a bright red lipstick, I had no lip-liner on, just this lipstick alone, and it didn't bleed into my foundation; which was amazing! 

This lipstick was super comfortable throughout the day, didn't crack or make me want to take it off my mouth. I know with some lipsticks they can dry out your lips, but not this one, which again, is fantastic for a pure matte lipstick. 

Last but not least, the longevity of this product is outstanding, I applied this to my lips at the beginning of the day, and didn't have to do a touch up until 3 in the afternoon. When it came to taking it off, it wouldn't budge. This lipstick even left a beautiful rose stain the next morning; which I used as a lipstick. That being said, if you don't want pink lips the next morning, just place another lipstick on top. 

PRICE:

Now onto the price, this lipstick retails for, £28 ... Which is I believe the most expensive lipstick I own? Might even top one of my Chanel prices. Yes it's an expensive lipstick, but the pure quality of the product really shines through. It ticks all the boxes in lipstick land! To find a product that does all those to a high standard is remarkable! Pick this up when you can, they offer phenomenal shades, and look great on all skin tones. 

Although, if this is out of your price range, I do have a dupe blog post and video coming out this January! So stay tuned for that Little Ones. 

If you are interested in purchasing this product, click the link below! 

https://www.yslbeauty.co.uk/makeup/lips/lipsticks/rouge-pur-couture-the-mats/1022YSL.html

That's it for today's blog post, I hope you enjoyed the read, I loved writing it! I can't wait to show you what I'm posting on Friday! Something from different from a review, don't worry! 

I hope you enjoy the rest of your day! Stay safe and stay tuned Little Ones! :) x x x

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