You'll all know my hereditary dark circles are the thing that gets me down the most, and probably the thing I've spent the most money on trying to remedy, through creams or make up.
I have to say after being sent the Clarins Instant Concealer*to review I'm actually really impressed with the results you can achieve with this.
The concealer is a lovely creamy consistency, best applied from the back of your hand with a warm finger. For me the best results depend on the way it's applied, and in my case that means layering! Apply the concealer to the middle of the eye so you don't get too much directly under the eyes, for me this makes the blend out easier. Once I've applied the first layer I move onto the next eye, this allows the first layer to set and I leave it a good 2-3 minutes between layers, for me this avoids pulling off the first layer and allows it time to sink into the skin.
I apply my concealer after my foundation, and I finish my application by setting my concealer with my trusty Ben Nye Banana powder and a dry beauty blender. I'd always advise to skip powder if you have fine lines around your eyes as it can enhance the crepeyness of the delicate skin.
This is a must have in my opinion, staying power is all day and it gives a lovely cooling feeling on application, even popping it in the fridge can help reduce puffiness if this is something you suffer with.
This is in the shade 01 although there are 4 different colours to choose from so definitely head into your local Clarins counter to get perfectly matched.
Head over to the
Clarins Website to shop now, priced at £21.50 for 15ml this will last you forever. If you've been on the hunt for your perfect concealer you need to give this one a go!
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*PR Sample
I've been testing out Millie Mackintosh's Lash range over the weekend*, the collection consists of 8 different styles and each pair is named after a different area in London.
I've been trialling 2 pairs recently above are the Soho Lashes, and the pair below are called Portobello.
The Soho lashes (above) feature a clear band along the lash line meaning they look ultra real and the add a lovely natural fanned effect to the lashes. You could easily get away with wearing these for a daytime look.
These lashes are the Portobello lashes, these are my fave of the 2 pairs I wore over the weekend, they are so thick and full but they don't look too over the top.
I really like the fact that the box includes full instructions, amazing Ultrabond adhesive and a mini pair of tweezers, it has everything you need to be able to apply false lashes.
These stayed put all night and the Ultrabond glue didn't let me down. Millie's lashes have been created by the eyelash specialists Nouveau Lashes and the quality is outstanding, these lashes will last a long time with correct removal and storage back into the plastic tray to keep them safe.
I will be reviewing a few more styles over the next few weeks so keep an eye out for some more lovely lashes. If you cant wait then head over to the
Nouveau Lashes Website and treat yourself to a few pairs, they retail at £8.99 per pack.
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*PR Samples
One of my newest MAC items, a staple for all your make up bags, Snob is a really versatile shade that will suit all skin tones, and is perfect if you love nudey pinks.
Snob is a semi matte, satin finish lipstick, slightly mauve pink in hue.
It's bright enough to be seen on the lips without looking too out there (think Saint Germain)
It has real staying power this one, with wear time of a couple of hours, they do a lip glass to match which you may want to invest in if you have dry lips.
This is a lovely shade, one I'll keep going back to time and time again.
Do you own Snob?
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