Tuesday, 3 September 2019

ARA LONDON 24K GOLD BEAUTY OIL

Hello my loves,

Hope you all are keeping well! So today I have something so exciting to share with you all. I tried ou the Sativa beauty oil (24k gold) by ARA London and my oh my has it changed my skin game. Before we get into that, I just want to share some background info you guys might be interested in.

So what is ARA London? 

ARA London is a luxury skincare brand that uses ancient remedies with modern science to bring the best ingredients into one bottle. They have 3 products currently out, but the one that I have tried and tested is the Sativa oil.

Why is it so good and what are the benefits?

So this bottle is packed with all the goodness you can think off. This includes amino acids, minerals, vitamin A, B, C and E as well as antioxidants and fibre. As well as treating the skin long term with these ingredients, there is also added omega 3 and 6 fatty acids which help to defend your skin from everyday pollutants and infections. Who doesn't love an all in one product? The product is finished off with flakes of pure 24k gold which not only looks stunning but also is known to get rid of fine lines and prevent the effects of ageing. 

The product is packaged in a beautiful glass bottle (again, getting your monies worth) and is very travel-friendly. It fits into any bag, I love to keep this in my makeup bag when I'm travelling cause I love to apply this as a base before my makeup and can I just say, my foundation applies seamlessly with this oil! You get 15ml in each bottle, but trust me, a little goes a long way so you will only need the tiniest amount to cover your face and neck.

What has your journey been like?

So I started using this oil more than a month ago, and I can see a noticeable difference. Everyone has been complimenting on how natural and glowy my skin looks. I would class my skin type as combination and this oil works really well for me. The great thing about this oil is that any skin type can use this, even if you have oily or dry as the oil absorbs quickly into the skin leaving just a dewy finish. This oil is more aimed at problematic skin (acne and scarring), and for me, it has worked wonders. I have been breaking out less and my skin texture has improved (very smooth and fewer pimples). Some of my old scarring from previous breakouts have gone and has left an even skin tone all over. I use this product day and night, every time I wash my face, I apply this all over my face as the last step to my skincare routine. I have honestly just replaced my daily moisturiser with this oil and I can never go back to anything else. 

Cost?

The Sativa oil retails at £29.99 and every penny is worth it. The oil lasts you ages, up to 2-3 months as a little goes a long way. 





Ingredients: 24K gold, papaya oil, black cumin seed oil, sweet almond oil, sunflower seed oil, tea tree leaf oil and limonene. 

*It is also important that I mention, as the website advises, that you do a skin patch test 48 hours before use as it does contain fine organic ingredients*

I promise you, you won't be disappointed, if you have problematic/ pigmented skin then look no further. This product will work for you! 
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Monday, 7 May 2018

Clueless

Hello, my lovelies! 

I hope you all are having a great day so far. The weather in the UK has been amazing with temperatures reaching as high as 20 degrees (which is very rare over here). I do a lot of shopping, we all know this and with lovely weather like this, it was the perfect excuse to do a bit of online shopping for some new summer clothes. I must say,  I update my wardrobe pretty frequently, far more often than the average girl.

First came the dress. I was having a browse on the 'I saw it first' website as it's a website that I have used before, and I love how they are so on trend yet also affordable. I came accross this pink checked dresss which I instantly fell in love with. I loved the square neck detail and it just gave me Cher Horowitz (from Clueless) vibes! It was also a bodycon which I find personally suits my body shape so it was an instant winner.



As the dress did all the talking, I decided to pair it with an old denim jacket from New Look to add some edge and make it more daytime appropriate. It just added some character and tied the look together, making it look casual and trendy.







I have worn these Vans plenty of times (so I'm pretty sure you all are familiar with these) and I honestly pair it with everything that I wear. I can honestly say it is quite easily the most worn pair of shoes in my wardrobe this entire year. These shoes have transcended seasons so seamlessly, and style so easily with so many different looks. It's pretty much become a part of my body! It literally goes with everything I have. Definitely something I recommend to everyone, it's so comfy!





For accessories, I kept it quite simple with these thick silver hoops from Topshop ( can never go wrong with some simple hoops).

Items mentioned:





Hope you enjoyed this OOTD. I will be back with more outfits soon.

Take care
Davina 
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Friday, 23 March 2018

March Favourties

Hello, there my lovelies! I hope you all are having a lovely day. For once, I can honestly say I really don't know where the days are going. We are at the end of March and the beginning of April 2018 is nearly here! It has been very speedy indeed. I'm so excited for spring to come through as well the sun to make an appearance because the weather in Britain has been very dull, to say the least! I can't wait to whack out my summer wardrobe and put my knits away. I’m sure April will be a whirlwind with a lot of events coming up and exciting projects. 


I must admit that I have been loving the same products that I mentioned in my Feb favourites as well, but there are a few odd items that I have been loving this month as well ( I also thought I should categorise the favourites). So without further or do, keep on reading...





Beauty


  • NYX soft matte lip cream 'toulouse' (£6.00): Now I picked this beauty up recently when I went shopping in Stratford. I heard about this product on Instagram when NYX announced that they were adding 12 new shades to their empire of lip creams and I couldn't help myself, but go and check them out! I put my hands up and honestly say that I cannot put this product down. It is such a beautiful mauve nude, which looks stunning on tanned skin. At first glance, you wouldn't think much off it, but once you apply it on your lips, you will thank me for recommending this product. I love the NYX lip creams in general, the formula is so comfortable, does not crack, stays on all day and is super affordable. what else could you possibly want?  
  • BECCA backlight priming filter (£32.00): I picked up this product of the Cult Beauty website cause I really wanted to try out new primers as I only have a few in my collection. I was really drawn to this product because of the fact this claimed to bring light and dewiness to the skin, which I needed! I felt like I was missing that healthy glow to my face, but this product certainly gave that missing element. I take a generous pea-sized amount and work it into the skin just after applying my moisturiser. I let it sit for a minute or two, and then add my foundation on top. It just gives you that J-Lo glow girl!!! It gives that instant hydrated, boost of radiance as well as blurring away pores and imperfections. It is essentially a filter in a bottle and makes your foundation look flawless and smooth. I totally reccommend this product if you are on the hunt for a good pimer.


Fashion


  • MISSGUIDED Teddy coat (£55.00): This jacket I have been obsessed with for the last 2-3 months. I literally wear this 24/7. It is perfect for chilly days and adds an edge to any outfit you are wearing. The great thing is that it is comfortable yet chic and stylish all at the same time. I have seen nearly every beauty blogger rock their teddy coats in all different types of ways. I have certainly been on the teddy coat bandwagon and have worn mine out multiple times. It goes with nearly everything in my closet and is perfect to throw on!

  • Vans Women's Old Skool Trainer | Black / White (£54.99): These trainers I have not stopped wearing throughout March. Again, it is the essential piece that I think everyone should add to your collection. These trainers are super comfy and I love the edge it adds to any outfit. Whether you're wearing jeans and a jumper or a summer dress/skirt, these add the perfect touch. These trainers compliment any outfit and are so on trend right now!


Randoms


  • Accessorize silver rings (£18.00): I have been loving silver jewellery recently, and I have been obsessed with stacking little dainty rings. They add such a nice touch to anything that I'm wearing and I just wear them constantly. I was never really into rings but during March, I have been hooked to say the least.

Songs

  • Khalid feat Normani - Love Lies
  • Tinashe - Faded Love
  • B Young - Jumangi 

Thanks for reading
Davina
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Sunday, 4 March 2018

Top 5 February Favs

Hello, my rays of sunshine! I hope you all are doing fabulous! I can't believe that we are in March! The days are flying by so fast. Can I just begin this blog by saying that 2018 has already been such a massive year for the beauty industry, with so many makeup products being released and collaborations with beauty influencers? I wanted to share some of the products I have been loving during February (most of these have been brought along from January).


This is magic in a bottle. I have been using this little product for a few months now and it has changed my skin! I use this stuff only at night as it's best to use this when you're not going to be exposed to sun straight after as this is an exfoliating serum (keep in mind that it is still important to use sunscreen during the course of this product). It contains 10% glycolic acid which removes dead skin cells, revealing fresh, new skin cells; this essentially is what gives you that 'glow'. I love this especially because I do have scarring and pigmentation, and I have seen a reduction in both since involving this product in my skincare routine. It makes your skin looking supple and hydrated thanks to the cucumber and aloe vera extracts. I like to apply this after I have washed, cleansed and toned my face and right before I apply my moisturizer. Some of you may think that the price is a little hefty, but I promise you this stuff works and it is worth the investment.











This concealer I bought a few weeks ago and I cannot stop wearing this stuff. Can I first start off by applauding Makeup Revolution for their shade range on their concealers, 18 shades everybody! This means whatever skin tone you are, you are able to find a  concealer best fit for your skin tone. I honestly didn't have high hopes for this product when I first got it considering it was only £4.00, but I was wrong. This concealer is high coverage and a little bit goes a long way. The consistency is perfect, it is blendable yet sets very nicely especially when set with powder. The shade is absolutely beautiful with the correct undertone, it adds light and coverage to all the problematic areas. For £4.00 you really can't go wrong, so if you're looking for a good drugstore concealer or a good concealer in general, then I truly recommend this bad boy!




What can I say about this product? Honestly, it just does the job. It stop lipsticks from bleeding and is super long-lasting. The formula of this lip pencil is lovely, it is super creamy and glides on beautifully on the lips. I have a few NYX lip-liners, but this shade in particular has me hooked! It is amazing with every nude lipstick I own (and some may say that I own too many hehe) and also looks stunning by itself with some lipgloss on top! For the £3.00, it is an absolute bargain for the quality and shade range of this product.




This lip cream is an absolute dream. I got this a few weeks ago and it turned into my everyday lip colour! I love wearing this by itself or sometimes I add a bit of gloss, just to jazz it up. This shade in particular is the perfect browny-nude colour. I can honestly say this product is a dupe for the NYX lip creams. The pigmentation of this product is good as you can definitely build it up to the intensity you desire. As the name states, this is a super hydrating lip cream and considering it has a matte finish, it is excellent news for someone like me who constantly suffers from dry lips. It is long wearing and perfect to throw in your handbag if you're someone on the go.




looking back, I really don't know how my life was before I owned this brush. This brush has changed my eyebrow game. It has made shapign and definign my eyebrows so much more precise and easy. This nifty tool has two end which is super useful, one has a spooley to comb through the brows and one angles brush side which is perfct for any brow product to glide on. I personally use my brow promade with this brush and it honestly is the best eyebrow tool ever!



I hope you enjoyed reading this post on the top 5 products I've been loving during Feb. Take care.

Davina
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Saturday, 27 January 2018

Tarte Shape Tape Foundation | Not Brown Skin Friendly?


The Tarte Shape Tape foundation has probably been the most talked about product in the beauty industry and I can't say it is in a positive way...

This foundation had probably answered every person's prayer to have a foundation to match the most famous concealer used and loved by everyone, the shape tape concealer. Even though I hadn't used the shape tape concealer I knew the foundation was going to be something different in my current makeup collection. I remember scrolling through Twitter one day, and I saw a post by Trendmood showing 15 swatches of the much-anticipated foundation and thought to myself where are the rest of the shades since there were only 3 tan-deeper shades. 

I decided to research into the launch and found some images on a website showing that there were 15 shades released from Tarte for hydrating and matte each. I saw the swatches and was puzzled why there were so many light shades. I thought to myself, maybe they only showed some of the swatches so people could get a general idea of the shades? No. I was shocked to later find out that these were the only shades that were going to be released and this was going to be the shades launched. 

When the foundation launched on the Tarte website, I hoped that the shades shown online were not true and that there would be more foundation shades online. I was wrong. The same exact 15 shades were launched by Tarte and I felt like I wasn't living in the 21st century. My feelings were shocked/ disappointed and let down by an international brand like Tarte who should cater to every single shade on this earth.

Even though I wasn't compelled into buying the product, I knew I wanted to use my voice as a beauty/fashion blogger and Youtuber and say what I had to say about the product. Tarte is a brand that needs to know that their consumers come from ALL different skin tones and we all having the same level of excitement for a foundation launch.

As frustrated as I was, I knew I had to put the foundation to the test for those who were thinking of purchasing it but I don't blame you for not spending your money on the foundation.

I decided to go for the hydrating foundation instead of the matte and so I put it to the test...

This foundation priced at £35.00 claims to give a luminous, hydrated finish to the skin with the same coverage as the well-known shape tape concealer. I got the shade medium-tan honey which I thought was the closest match out of the limited shade range. The packaging is the same as the concealer which I guess makes sense to keep the packing the same.

 (NO FLASH)
The foundation has the same huge applicator as its matching concealer however it didn't have a thick consistency as the concealer. As you can see, the claim that the foundation is hydrating is definitely true and left my skin feeling like skin and not powdery which I liked. However, the foundation was definitely NOT full coverage as it claimed on the bottle which was a let down considering it's something claimed. The product blended really well with my beauty blender even if it was slightly lighter than what I would have wanted. This product also contains collagen and hyaluronic acid which helps plump the skin and helps retain moisture in the skin.
 (WITH FLASH)
There was no flashback seen however my skin looked really dewy, maybe more than my usual liking especially my T-zone and this was taken after 3 hours which knocks their 12-hour claim. I felt like I had to touch up my skin with a blotting powder to reduce the shiny effect on my skin. You can definitely see that this is not a full coverage foundation but is a light to medium coverage but I liked how it still looked like skin.

So my final verdict? After wearing it for 6 hours I felt like I had to touch up my skin with powder and I've got dry-combination skin so this foundation will not work for someone with oily skin. The matte foundation will be perfect for someone with oily skin and with the same coverage and the concealer. Overall, I liked how easy it was to apply, no flashback and the dewy look it gave (until 6 hours). The cons are the limited shade range and the wearing power.

I hope Tarte realise that their consumers include tan-deeper shades and that inclusion matters.

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Wednesday, 3 January 2018

CELEBRATING ONE YEAR OF BLOGGING

Hello, my lovelies! Happy New Year to you all! 

I just want to take a moment to thank you all for your incredible support on the blog!



It's been a whole 365 days since I decided to take the leap and start my own blog (eeek!). At the time I was unsure about the feedback I would receive or if anyone would be interested in what I had to say. I wasn't worried about the numbers or how many Instagram followers I had because quantity doesn't matter and I was focussed on putting out quality content that I know people would want to read. Now looking back, I'm so happy that I put my doubts behinds and started what I was passionate about. Not only was able to live what I love but the response I've had from you lovely people has been incredible and keeps me going! I never thought in a million years that I would be able to do what I enjoy and the compliments I get from you guys drives me further to put out great content. 

I know my blog is a foetus compared to other bloggers who have done this for a very long time but I hope reading my content gets you inspired to not listen to the haters and do what drives you. As well as inspiring others, the personal growth from starting a blog has changed me for a better person. Not only am I incredibly happy professionally, but also personally which is so important. 
This past year has given me a new level of confidence, try new things, never give up and never worry about what people are going to say! I hope that 2018 is a successful year for all of us. If I can give advice to you right now it would be, just keep doing what you love, don't be afraid of making mistakes and don't give up!


I'm a believer in great things take time so I look forward to the new opportunities 2018 brings. Also, I love it when I get feedback from you guys so if you want me to do a  fashion lookbook over on my Youtube channel or on here then leave me a comment. Something you may not know is that I've graduated the end of last year which means that I have more time to focus on putting out great content.

A few thank-you's 
When I started a blog, with no doubt I knew Pipdig was the platform with an amazing team who have patiently answered my emails when I have been frustrated, to say the least! I want to also thank my family who have supported me as well as keeping me grounded. My bunch of best friends who are my support system when I have those 'down' days and know how much their thoughts mean to me. Finally, I want to thank you guys, I started this journey a year ago to do what I love but having such lovely supporters/readers gives me another reason to continue to do what I love to do! 

Thank you to everyone for joining me on this crazy journey and I can't wait for you guys to see the content I have for the new year! xx

OUTFIT

Jumper dress-Missguided
Corset-Missguided (on SALE!)
Boots-BooHoo
Choker- Missguided
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Monday, 4 December 2017

FENTY BEAUTY: Stunna lip paint review

Hello! Hope you're having a great day so far! Today's post is the new stunna lip paint in the color uncensored (cherry red colour) brought out by Fenty beauty. Following the successful launch of Fenty beauty, Rihanna has released the new intense lip paint which are available on the Fenty Beauty website as well as Harvey Nichols. 

The lip paint claims to be a weightless, 12hr liquid lipstick with a soft matte finish. I was so excited when I received this through the post. The packaging is so edgy and unique and I was surprised at how light the bottle was. The bottle itself is sophisticated and looks beautiful on my makeup table. The lid is gold which the engraved brand logo 'Fenty Beauty'. 



The brush itself is very unique with a contoured wand, it gets into every crack of your lips for better control. I have not seen anything like it before. It allows super precision and it allows you to line your lips with the lipstick first and then fill it in. You definitely don't need a lipliner with this product.
The intensity of this product is incredible, I would have to give a 10/10 for pigmentation. They weren't kidding when they claimed the product to have a one-stroke intensity. You only need a bit of this product to go a long way.

I'm always on the hunt for the perfect signature red colour as its hard to find the right undertone for tanned skin, and not all reds will suit everybody.
When purchasing this product, you don't even need to doubt yourself, this shade was tested to ensure that everyone has the perfect red. I ate and drank throughout the day but this 12-hour formula ensures that your lips stay on throughout the night, this stuff does not budge.


The liquid lipstick did not ball up, feather or crack on my lips as many other liquid lipsticks do. I was really impressed with how hydrating the formula was, and it was so smooth on my lips, it felt like I had nothing on my lips.  I also did not need to top it up the whole time I was wearing it!



I'm honestly impressed by the formula, staying power and colour of this product. Rihanna has killed it yet again! This lip paint has blown all the liquid lipsticks out the water. I will definitely be purchasing more shades once they are released! It retails at £19.00 and let me just say, it's worth every penny!


Overall verdict:

Price: Good
Quality: Excellent
Packaging: Excellent
Rating: 10/10
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Saturday, 25 November 2017

Top 5 Christmas Advent Calendars

Hello everybody, so today I have something a little bit different. I was thinking about doing a few Christmas related posts as we're approaching the festive month and I thought it would be very helpful for some of you who would want to know my top 5 advent calendar picks. These are all beauty related to you, yes you, makeup lovers.

1.  Naughty & Nice advent calendar by Charlotte Tilbury

This calendar is every makeup lovers dream, so if you're looking for a luxury advent calendar, this is for you! It does come with a hefty price tag retailing for £150.00 (i know!) It is a 12-day calendar so this is something to consider, however, the calendar includes both full size and travel size products of Charlotte Tilbury's best sellers.

Packaging: I think this is gorgeous! It's a clever little idea to have little drawers and it look beautiful on your makeup vanity area.

Contents: The quality of these products are amazing (I expect nothing less from Charlotte Tilbury)
Value for money: It is a bit on the pricey side considering the fact that you receive a few travel size products, but I can't complain, they always become handy during travels.
Overall Score: 7/10


Includes:



This bad boy is now on sale in Superdrug, was £50, now £25 (bargain!) It comes with 25 days, all full sized so its definitely worth every penny! I have tried and tested many makeup revolution products and they never fail to impress me. If you're looking for a good beauty advent calendar on a budget, then this one is for you! You will not be disappointed.

Packaging: I think this is a very sleek looking calendar! I feel as if they could have made the inside of the calendar a bit more endearing.  

Contents: The fact that you get 25 full sized products in this calendar just draws me in!
Value for money: This is a bargain! The products are amazing.
Overall Score: 6/10


Includes:
  • 3 beautiful baked highlighters
  • 1 bronzer
  • 6 amazing lipsticks in various shades
  • 4 makeup brushes
  • 1 eyeshadow primer
  • 1 liquid highlighter
  • 1 Revoholic Travel Mirror ( we all need one in our handbags)
  • 2 pressed highlighters
  • 2 strobe balms 
  • 1 full-size exclusive Revoholic Eyeshadow palette - how insane!


This box retails at £99.00 but is worth up to £214 (can't go wrong with that). Everyone loves the body shop, no matter what age you are and they are known for their insane quality of products. It includes both body care and skincare. It has a mix of makeup and skincare, therefore, you get the best of both worlds.

Packaging: This is beautiful packaging, so festive, yet chic and stylish! 

Contents: The Body shop are known for their amazing products, do I really need to say anything more?
Value for money: It is a good value considering the normal retail value for each of the products. I think this is a good investment.
Overall Score: 9/10



Includes:

  • Shower Gel British Rose 60ml
  • Bunny Headband
  • Moisture Cream Vitamin E 50ml
  • Hand Cream Almond 100ml
  • Lip & Cheek Stain Vineyard Peach 010 7.2ml
  • Gentle Eye Make Up Remover Camomile 60ml
  • Night Cream Vitamin E 50ml
  • Gloves Bath White
  • Glitter Dust Pink 1g
  • Liner Star Stamp 1ml
  • Matte Lip Liquid Nairobi Camellia 034 8ml
  • Brush Foundation Buffing
  • Body Scrub British Rose 50ml
  • Hand Cream Coconut 30ml
  • Hand/Nail Treatment Almond 1.8ml
  • Shower Cream Shea 60ml
  • Strawberry Body Polish 75ml
  • Eye Definer Black 1.1g
  • Glitter Dust Gold 1g
  • Drops Of Youth - Youth Concentrate 30ml
  • Spa Of The World - Body Cream Hawaiian Kukui 50ml
  • Camomile Cleansing Butter 90ml
  • Body Butter Almond Milk & Honey 200ml
  • Japanese Matcha Tea Pollution Clearing Mask 75ml
  • Wooden Die
  • Instruction Leaflet

4. Beauty Advent Calendar by Liberty London


This advent calendar for those splurgers out here. It has 25 doors with 15 full sized products worth over £500.  You will receive a mix of skincare, haircare and makeup treats so if you're looking for something that contains all these elements, then this is perfect for you! Even though this is an expensive calendar (£175), you will not be disappointed with the variation of quality products.


Packaging: I think this is stunning! There has definitely been a lot of thought and work gone into the packaging. It is vintage looking which looks absolutely stunning on display. Again, similar to the Charlotte Tilbury packaging with the drawers, I think it adds a nice touch.

Contents: The quality of these and range of products are amazing. There is a nice mix and match of brands, so you get to try things that you may have not thought to pick up before! 
Value for money: It is a bit on the pricey side, however, we must consider the normal retail price for each of the products. This is a good investment nonetheless.
Overall Score: 8/10




Includes:
Byredo Hand Cream Bal D'Afrique 30ml, Diptyque 70g (Pomander or Roses) Candle, Omorovicza Moor Cream Cleanser 30ml, Le Labo The Noir Eau de Parfum 15ml, Votary Cleansing Oil 50ml , Hourglass Lip Stylo Influencer, Trish McEvoy Liquid Lip Gloss in Power Red or Mauve 3ml, Skin Laundry Purifying Cream Cleanser 65ml, Liberty London Small Washbag in Strawberry Thief, Margaret Dabbs Nourishing Nail & Cuticle Serum 15ml, Laura Mercier Caviar Eye Stick in Amethyst 1g, Dermalogica Daily Superfoliant 13g, Espa Pink Hair & Scalp Mud 30ml, Aurelia Cell Repair Night Oil 30ml, NARS Orgasm Blush 3.5g, QMS Activator Mini Travel Mask 10ml, Malin + Goetz Lip Moisturiser 10ml, Dr Sebagh Serum Repair 20ml, Aromatherapy Associates Revive Morning Rollerball 10ml, Davines Oi Shampoo 90ml, Sol de Janeiro Brazilian Bum Bum Cream 75ml, Eve Lom Cleanser 30ml, Surratt, Smokey Eye Baton in Enticelle , Blink Brow Oil 11ml, Aveda Volumising Tonic 40ml 


5. NYX Professional Makeup Kiss & Tell Advent Calendar


This calendar retails at £50 but is now on discount at FeelUnique for £45. It contains 24 doors with a mix of four matte lipsticks, three cream lipsticks, two chubby lip creams, four liquid lipsticks, three matte lip creams, three traditional lipsticks and five creamy lip glosses. You will have gained a full lip wardrobe before its Christmas, so this is ideal for any lippy lover.


Packaging: I think this is super chic and fun little package.

Contents: The quality of these products are amazing, NYX are known for their amazing lip colours and formulas, therefore the fact that this calendar is packed full of them makes me very excited! 
Value for money: It is good value for the number of lippies you get!
Overall Score: 10/10



 That's it for today's post! I hope this helped some of you find your 2017 beauty advent calender. I will be doing some Christmas inspired outfit posts so keep an eye out for that! Take care x


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