Collective Haul

Hiya Guys!

I hope you are all doing well and have been enjoying this incredible weather we'e been having in the UK recently. This Blog Post is going to be a Collective Haul of things I have bought over the past month or so. Let's get straight into it...

Happy Place Cosmetics - Worst Behaviour Body Scrub

Happy Place Cosmetics are an incredible brand who sell Handmade, Vegan and Cruelty Free Cosmetics - I have been following this brand on Instagram for a while now but never got round to placing an order as their restocks are always SO crazy (I mean I'm not surprised since everything looks so incredible) but I did manage to pick up one product that I had been eyeing up for a while. Worst Behaviour Body Scrub - Worst Behaviour is their dupe for Calacas by Lush and for anyone who isn't familiar with this scent (first of all, you're seriously missing out) but it is a super citrusy lime and lemon scent. The scent of this Body Scrub is such an incredible dupe and has made me even more excited to pick up some products - especially the 'Stitch' products which are Blue Raspberry Slushie scented.

Happy Place Cosmetics 

Bath Bake Love - Cotton Candy Bath Cream and Melon Bingsu Crumble Scrub 

Bath Bake Love are another independent brand which I found on Instagram who also sell Handmade, Vegan and Cruelty Free Cosmetics. This is my second order that I have placed from BBL and I love their products! They release a new collection every month and also have a collection of core products which are stocked throughout the year. This time I ordered the Cotton Candy Bath Cream and the Melon Bingsu Crumble Scrub. Their Bath Creams can be used a number of ways, I like to add it to my Bath Cocktails and run it under hot water to make the water smooth and creamy and I also like to use it for shaving. Melon Bingsu Crumble Scrub is such a lovely Body Scrub, it has been the one I have used most often recently to exfoliate not only my body but my lips as well - it really does smell delicious.

Bath Bake Love

Jeffree Star Cosmetics - Hand Held Mirror

There isn't really much to say about this other than, HOW CUTE? I placed my first Beauty Bay order recently just to get this Jeffree Star Mirror and I am so happy I bought it. 

Jeffree Star Cosmetics - Hand Held Mirror

Pop Vinyl - Danny Zuko and Sandy Olsson

Me and my other half Alex have been collecting Pop Vinyl's for over two years now and Danny and Sandy are the most recent additions to our collection. Grease is one of my favourite films so when I saw these in Forbidden Planet in Manchester I couldn't leave them there! I'm so glad they created a Sandy when she turned up to the Carnival in her leathers - that is one of my favourite scenes. 

Forbidden Planet

Curious Owl Shop - Personalised Necklace 

I made a purchase from Curious Owl Shop a couple of months ago for a Family Member and when their Personalised Necklace arrived I knew I needed to order myself one. These are so beautiful and delicate, I got my boyfriend's name and our anniversary. The shop owner is such a lovely lady as well - always responds to any messages and questions you may have. The shop sell lots of different jewellery pieces including personalised items. 

Curious Owl Shop

Kat Von D - Metal Crush Extreme Highlighter Palette

This is my third KVD Highlight product I have purchased and I have to say I out of my MAC, Benefit and Drugstore Highlighters - KVD are the best out there in my opinion. I swatched this palette in Sephora when we went to Disneyland Paris but since I had spent a silly amount of money on Disney merch I didn't need and the KVD Saint Perfume I thought I should pass. But couldn't wait much longer and ordered it a couple of months later. Below are some swatches with flash, this picture doesn't do the product much justice but if head over to my Instagram you'll be able to see the video which shows them off a lot more. 

Kat Von D - Metal Crush Extreme Highlight Palette 

Primark - Mickey Mouse Light 

Primark have really stepped up their Disney game the past couple of months and when I saw this Mickey Mouse Light I needed to buy it! There was no passing on this item, for Disney fans who don't like the overly tacky items this is perfect, it looks so sleek and modern but adds that little Disney touch and what a bargain for £10.00! I only recently purchased this so it should still be in stores if you want to pick one up. 

Urban Decay - All Nighter Setting Spray

Urban Decay All Nighter is hands down my favourite Setting Spray. I will always re-purchase this, I have tried so many different brands but always go back to UD!

Urban Decay - All Nighter Setting Spray

NYX Cosmetics - Liquid Suede Mini Lipsticks

If you know me you will know how much I love NYX Liquid Suede Lipsticks, they are the only Lipsticks I wear and I own pretty much every shade. So when I saw these Mini's in Duty Free Manchester I just had to pick them up! They were 3 for £5 so I got my three favourite shades, my go to nude 'Sandstorm', a classic black 'Alien' and a grey in the shade 'Stone Fox'. I was so chuffed when I saw these - the perfect size for a clutch bag.

I would recommend these Lipsticks to anyone, the formula is so lovely - a Liquid Lipstick that dries down matte and doesn't leave your lips looking dry and crusty!

NYX Cosmetics - Liquid Suede Lipsticks

And that is it! I hope you guys enjoyed this Blog Post and you'll be seeing a lot more of me very soon! I have lots of posts planned including a Lush Exclusives Haul and a very exciting post with a Independent Brand I have been following for a long time now. I have also started my YouTube channel so click HERE if you wish to check that out. 

Speak soon!

Amber Jaine xxx

ELF Cosmetics Haul

Hiya Guys!

Recently ELF (Eyes Lips Face) Cosmetics have re-launched their website and I placed a little order. I only ordered a few things as it seems I placed my order before the official re-launch so there wasn't as many products available, but I thought I would still share my purchases with you guys.

For those who haven't heard of ELF before it's on online cosmetics store. I personally think it is VERY affordable - although the prices have gone up with the new re-launch it is still very affordable. But with slightly higher price come better quality products.

Studio Contouring Brush

I absolutely love contouring and for so long I wanted the NARS Contour Brush which is around £40.00 and when I saw this I added it to my bag SO quickly. It works great with either cream or powder and gives such a perfect contour.

I use this alongside my Benefit Hoola Bronzer and I am obsessed. It is such a high quality brush, I haven't had any shedding when using it and it washes really well. Also I just love how it looks with it's matte handle and just looking simplistic. It is definitely worth buying and for such a good price you can't complain.

£7.50 Studio Contouring Brush

Clear Brow and Lash Mascara

This is my life. If you know me well you will know I have used this brow gel for about 2-3 years now, it is INCREDIBLE.

After you've applied your brow products whether it's wax, pencil or powder just brush this through and it will set your brows and keep them in place all day. You have one side for eyebrows and one for eyelashes, I just use both for brows but it's up to you. For the price you really cannot go wrong at all - I always bulk buy these because they are literally my number 1 brow product. Highly recommend.

£3.00 Essential Clear Brow & Lash Mascara

Crease Brush

I have recently started getting into eyeshadow, I used to just be a winged liner girl but I've started experimenting more with colours so thought I would get this brush to add to my collection.

This is such a good brush for defining the crease and is the perfect size to make sure the colour is precise and doesn't end up all over your eye! It is also fluffy enough to blend your eyeshadow out and does a really good job of it too. Like the contour brush it doesn't shed and washes really well. If you are new to make up and are looking to try out different products and do some experimenting I would recommend the ELF brushes as they are such a affordable price.

£4.50 Studio Crease Brush

Lip Lock Pencil

This is basically a primer for the lips and it actually works. I'm always a bit iffy when buying lip primers because all the ones I have used before have never actually worked, they were more like lip balms.

What I do is apply this product to my lips and leave it sink in for about a minute or so and then apply my lip liner and lipstick. This product keeps your lipstick in place and prevents it from feathering, even with the darkest lipsticks. I am glad I bought this and will definitely re-purchase when I run out.

£4.50 Studio Lip Lock Pencil

Ultimate Blending Brush

This is the last product that I bought from ELF and is the 'Ultimate Blending Brush'. I use this for my liquid foundation and I love the finish it gives.

When I first got into make up properly a few years ago I used to use the 'Powder Brush' for my foundation and I would swear by it - that was until I found Real Techniques! This is like a better version of that brush. If you are looking for a lighter coverage of foundation you can use this brush to buff the product into your skin. Or if you like a more heavier coverage like I do I tend to push the product into my skin and then buff it in.

£7.50 Studio Ultimate Blending Brush

That's it for my ELF Haul, if you see something you like and buy it let me know what you think of it, hope it gives you some ideas. I've got a HUGE Lush Christmas Haul coming soon which I am very excited about, so keep your eyes open for that. As always I hope you enjoyed the read and please let me know what you think.

Amber xxx