Hey dolls,
I wanted to share my 5 hero products of the month with you all, these are all products I've never used before that were either sent to me this month or I bought myself. Be sure to let me know your top 5 products for August.
Catrice Cosmetics HD Liquid Coverage Foundation
So many of you have been asking me over the past few weeks what foundation I've been wearing, I didn't want to tell you all until I tested it out properly but I can finally share it. I've been wearing it most days and I love it so much. I wear shade Rose Beige, its lightweight but very build-able and lasts all day on my skin. I'm in love with the packaging and it has a dropper so you don't waste any product. It's been forever since I found a drugstore foundation that I really loved.
The Balm Pickup Liners
Last but by no means least are the Pickup Liners from The Balm. I'm a massive fan of The Balm and love everything they bring out. These babies didn't disappoint. They're so soft and extremely pigmented and have such a wide variety of shades. There is literally a shade to match every lipstick I own! And that's a lot!!!
I wanted to share my 5 hero products of the month with you all, these are all products I've never used before that were either sent to me this month or I bought myself. Be sure to let me know your top 5 products for August.
I am wearing all 5 in this picture
Catrice Cosmetics HD Liquid Coverage Foundation
So many of you have been asking me over the past few weeks what foundation I've been wearing, I didn't want to tell you all until I tested it out properly but I can finally share it. I've been wearing it most days and I love it so much. I wear shade Rose Beige, its lightweight but very build-able and lasts all day on my skin. I'm in love with the packaging and it has a dropper so you don't waste any product. It's been forever since I found a drugstore foundation that I really loved.
This one ticks all the boxes for me, It's available in 4 shades and is only €7.90!
You cant really go wrong. Available in Penny's & Pharmacies.
Loréal Paris Volume Million Lashes Fatale
I started using this mascara about a week and a half ago, I know thats not long but when I find a good mascara I know instantly if I'll love it or hate it. This one is a game changer. It's so build-able but it doesn't make my lashes look clumpy or like spiders legs. It lifts and holds my lashes and makes my eyes look so awake. I love the wand of this mascara too. Although I'm a makeup artist I still, without fail, get mascara under my lower lashes. With this mascara I have noticed a dramatic change haha. I barely get it all over my eye balls. It doesn't smudge on me or leave any unnecessary panda eyes if I wear it for hours. It gets a 9/10 from me. The only down side is it's not super easy to remove with miscellar water. I need to use an oil based cleanser to get every inch of it off.
It's only €13.99 & available in Boots.
Freedom Makeup Pro Highlight in "Ambient"
I've two highlighters that equally deserve a mention, one is very affordable and the other is quiet expensive. I'll start with the Pro Highlight in "Ambient" from Freedom. First of all the product itself looks divine, It's so soft and blend-able. Its quiet subtle on the cheeks but gives a gorgeous glow and the best part.... It's only €4.20 Click the link below to check it out.
Becca x Jaclyn Hill Shimmering Skin Perfector Pressed "Champagne Pop"
The second highlighter is from Becca. I've raved about it on my snapchat and I'm just so in love with it. Jaclyn Hill is my Fave YouTuber so when I found her highlighter "Champagne Pop" in Space NK on Grafton Street I had to have it. This one is a little bit pricer but It's so worth it. It's so highly pigmented, so creamy and gives the most amazing glow to the skin. If you're in town soon pop into Space NK and swatch it, it will blow your mind, you can trust me on that one.
It's €38 from Space NK
The Balm Pickup Liners
Last but by no means least are the Pickup Liners from The Balm. I'm a massive fan of The Balm and love everything they bring out. These babies didn't disappoint. They're so soft and extremely pigmented and have such a wide variety of shades. There is literally a shade to match every lipstick I own! And that's a lot!!!
The three shades I've tried and loved, from top to bottom are "Acute One", "Chemistry" & "Pineapple"
They're €17.50 each, click the link below to check out all the shades
I hope you enjoyed this post and please let me know in the comments what your top 5 products of the month are :)
Love Grace xox
Hey dolls,
This week has been one of the tougher weeks, I just hit the 30 week pregnancy mark and indigestion & heart burn are taking its toll. I wanted to take my mind off all of that and share my current makeup faves with you all, makeup just makes me happy!
Nars "Orgasm" a classic and has been my fave for years now, it is the perfect blush pink shade with gold shimmer ( Not TOO much shimmer though )
Check it out Here
Lancôme Juicy Shakers, especially "Melly Melon" are my current favourite glosses.
My lips have become extremely dry lately due to the weather,AC, and the pregnancy and these have been my best friends.
They are so hydrating, not too pigmented but give a lovely sheen to the lips. I also love the sponge applicator, its so different from anything i've used before.
My lips have become extremely dry lately due to the weather,AC, and the pregnancy and these have been my best friends.
They are so hydrating, not too pigmented but give a lovely sheen to the lips. I also love the sponge applicator, its so different from anything i've used before.
Check them out here
Loving the No7 Beautifully Defined Contour Kit in light/medium , its brand new and so gorgeous. The contour shade is extremely pigmented and blends out beautifully, but be warned, a little goes a long way! Less is always more :)
Isadora Bronzing Powder in "Golden" is just divine!
I randomly pulled it out of my beauty drawer one day a few months back and it hasn't left my hand since.
I use it in my freelance kit and on myself. I'm yet to find someone it doesn't suit.
Not only is it stunning to look at, it's bloody huge, literally the size of my face. It looks shimmery in the pan but shows up on the skin matte.
It is a Must-Have for me.
I randomly pulled it out of my beauty drawer one day a few months back and it hasn't left my hand since.
I use it in my freelance kit and on myself. I'm yet to find someone it doesn't suit.
Not only is it stunning to look at, it's bloody huge, literally the size of my face. It looks shimmery in the pan but shows up on the skin matte.
It is a Must-Have for me.
Check it out here
The new Benefit Ka-Brow! This product has changed my brow game forever!!!
I thought I was happy with how I did my brows before but nothing compares to doing them with Ka-Brow! It's a gel formulation, really soft and applies so easily.
I like to spray my brow brush with a hydrating spray like fix plus or the makeup forever setting spray and use that with this bad boy, it makes filling in my brows 100 times easier. I always struggle to get the shape and definition I want. Not anymore :)
Check it out here
The new Shiseido Synchro Skin foundation is a revolutionary new foundation that synchronises with each individual skin type to uncover its ultimate beauty potential.
I've never used a foundation before that was so light weight but gave such good coverage. It's such a fluid consistency, blends out so fast & seamlessly but is very build-able at the same time.
I apply two light layers to achieve the full coverage finish I love. I haven't used anything else on my skin the past few weeks and its safe to say I adore this foundation.
check it out here
The last product I've been loving is the Zoeva Cocoa Blend palette. I was browsing Beauty Bay one evening and I stumbled across this palette, without a second thought it was in my basket and I was checking out.
It looked so divine on the website and when it arrived it was even nicer. I'm a sucker for warm tones, cranberries, burnt oranges & browns! It's only €22 ( Ultimate Bargin) & such high quality.
It was my first purchase from Zoeva but it definitely won't be my last!
Check it out here
Here is a makeup tutorial I created using the Cocoa Blend Palette.
Let me know of some of your favourites, not that I need new makeup haha!
Happy Shopping,
Love Grace xox
Hey dolls,
Hard to believe we are in July already. How the time if flying by, I only wish we were having a nicer summer. Today I wanted to share some of the products I've been using and loving last month. If you follow me on snapchat you will see me using these products a lot, some are new and some are old.
Hard to believe we are in July already. How the time if flying by, I only wish we were having a nicer summer. Today I wanted to share some of the products I've been using and loving last month. If you follow me on snapchat you will see me using these products a lot, some are new and some are old.
I'm the biggest fan of oils, all types of oils, especially for my body and face. I started using this REN Moroccan Rose Otto Ultra - Moisture Body Oil ( God that was a mouth full) about 2 weeks ago and I LOVE it. It smells amazing and feel so good on my skin. I use it every night after a warm shower and by morning my skin is super soft. It's not a very sticky oil, it feels lovely and really soaks into your skin. You can buy Ren products here.
I have been reaching for these 3 Bare Minerals products every night and my skin has thanked me for it every morning. It feels so soft, hydrated and firm. I love all BM skincare, it's amazing stuff.
Buy them here
This shower gel is literally the smell of summer. It is amazing and wakes me and my skin up every morning and leaves that gorgeous coconut cocktail scent on my skin.
Buy it here
An oldie but a goodie, Benefit Hoola is one of my favourite products for contouring, it is the perfect shade with no shimmer. Ive used it everyday in June.
Buy it here
This liquid eyeliner from Lancôme is brand new and I've been loving it. Its liquid is jet black and dries super fast and the handle moves to help with easy application.
Buy it here
I am a huge fan of Physicians Formula face powders, they are my faves. This one doesn't disappoint either. They add extra coverage and keep my makeup in place all day.
This Chloe "Love" perfume has been my fave all month. It's my summer scent, really girlie and fresh.
Buy it here
I would love to know what your faves are and what I need to try out.
Love Grace xox
Hey Dolls,
I wanted to share my top 5 foundations as it's my most frequently ask question. I'm a big believer in spending money to get the best out of what you're looking for. Sometimes the more affordable foundations just don't last.
1. On my list is Dior Star foundation, it gives amazing coverage, has an amazing staying power and just looks great all the time. It is not drying on the skin and doesn't go shiny through out the day. It has been my top foundation for a few months now.
2. Is a new one for me, the Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk was recommended by Pippa O'Connor and Tara Makeup so I knew it was going to be good. I finally gave in and purchased it a few weeks ago and I'm so glad I did. I've been wearing it almost everyday and I love it so much. It gives the perfect coverage and just looks beautiful on the skin.
3. Chanel Vitalumière Aqua has been a favourite for over a year now, it's medium coverage and feels so light weight on the skin. It's amazing on brides and more mature skin. It just feels and looks amazing. A small amount goes a long way.
4. I recently started to wear Liz Earle Signature Foundation as my everyday foundation and I really like it. It is not too full coverage but gives just the right amount. It has a lovely finish to the skin and is just the perfect day time makeup.
5. This pan stick foundation from Makeup Forever gives amazing coverage. I use the on top of my foundations in areas where I would like more coverage. It is soooo creamy and blends into foundation so easily. It is my favourite for cream highlighting and my night out essential.
Let me know what else you would like to see on the blog and I hope you liked this post. Let me know if there is a foundation you think I should try.
Love Grace xox
Hey dolls,
Some of you might remember a couple of weeks back I popped into Aqua Beauty to have a facial. I opted for the SkinBreeze facial as it was something I had never tried and had heard so much about.
Aqua Beauty is the only salon in Ireland that does this treatment. I wanted to share my experience with you. I know some of you will want treat your skin to something luxurious this new year. This is the one for you.
The Skinbreeze facial is a 60 minute non invasive facial that helps to hydrate, plump out and rejuvenate the skin. I think I need to book in for a second one now after all the bad yummy food and late nights over Crimbo. My skin is looking a bit tired. This treatment is amazing for anyone with dry skin, ache prone skin. It is great for brightening and tightening and has brilliant anti ageing results.
The owner Michelle did my facial and it was one of the nicest, most relaxing facials I've ever had. It also included a head, shoulder and foot massage. I think at one point I actually fell asleep haha.
Some of you might remember a couple of weeks back I popped into Aqua Beauty to have a facial. I opted for the SkinBreeze facial as it was something I had never tried and had heard so much about.
Aqua Beauty is the only salon in Ireland that does this treatment. I wanted to share my experience with you. I know some of you will want treat your skin to something luxurious this new year. This is the one for you.
The owner Michelle did my facial and it was one of the nicest, most relaxing facials I've ever had. It also included a head, shoulder and foot massage. I think at one point I actually fell asleep haha.
SO why is Skinbreeze different from a regular facial? Well I'll tell you.... Skinbreeze is an advanced hydrating treatment that fuses 5 technologies in one system that include; Orbital Microdermabrasion, LED Light Therapy, O2 Spray, O2 Infusion and O3 Ozone Therapy. Skinbreeze provides a unique crystal-free method of microdermabrasion that simultaneously delivers red and blue light therapy. The Skinbreeze orbital microdermabrasion method provides unparalleled control with 60 different levels of abrasion and uses a hygienic disposable treatment tip and is vacuum free which means that there is no dragging or pulling on the skin during treatment which is one thing I loved. it was so gentle on my skin. That is the technical terms but it felt like my skin was being pumped with light and brightness. After the facial my skin looked tighter and felt so super smooth. My makeup ever applied better :)
If you are looking to treat yourself or to get a fab gift for someone special I definitely recommend popping into Michelle in Aqua Beauty and having the Skinbreeze facial.
For more info and to book in click here.
Let me know if you have tried it or if you do try it :)
Love Grace xox
Hey lovelies,
Today is one of those it looks fab and sunny but really its quiet chilly days. This outfit is perfect for those kind of in between days when you don't want to completely cover up. I attended a stunning lunch at The Dylan Hotel for the launch of Neo Strata's Christmas collection. I was treated to a 3 course meal and now I've to get ready for dinner with Cocoa Brown! I don't think I'll be able to eat for a week.
Shop the look
Dress - here
Waist Coat - here
Boots - here
Bag - Pennys
Fur Pompom - here
Necklace - here
Hope you are liking my fashion posts.
Happy shopping
Love Grace xox
Hey ladies,
I was invited to Tiger Lily Beauty Salon yesterday for a Yonka facial and OMG it was seriously the most luxurious treatment I have ever had.
The treatment I received was a Hydralessence visage facial, which to you and me is a long-lasting, deep hydrating facial. It was exactly what my skin needed after the cold winter months. It is the perfect treatment to prep and plump the skin for the spring. The treatment lasted for 75 minutes and I kid you not it was the most relaxing experience I have had in a long time :)
Getting into the facial itself, the hydralessence visage is a high performance facial that revives the dullest of complexions. The Yonka products used during the facial are rich in essential oils and packed with fruit extract and green tea. The perfect antioxidant combination. Everything from the strong aromas of the creams and elixirs to the exfoliating properties of the Gommage 305 peel were perfect. Each product Niamh applied made me love the facial even more. My favourite part of the 75 minutes was when Niamh applied the second face mask, the Masque Modelant. As soon as she started to mix the mask I could smell the amazing fruit extract. It felt cooling on the skin and so refreshing, especially when she applied it to my eyes. It was so soothing to my tired eyes. Here is a scary picture of me with the face mask on haha.
I have to say I was so impressed with the treatment I received and last night when I was doing my own night time beauty routine my skin felt amazing, so dewy and plump :) I am so excited to book in for my next facial with Tiger Lily. I am going to make it my business to really look after my skin this year.
I was invited to Tiger Lily Beauty Salon yesterday for a Yonka facial and OMG it was seriously the most luxurious treatment I have ever had.
I was so impressed with the Salon, it was so spacious, bright and very welcoming. They sell a wide variety of beauty products and offer a vast amount of treatments from nails, waxing, massage and eye brow embroidery. You can check out their website here or follow them on FaceBook
The beauty salon is located in Rathcoole and you can call them on (01) 401 3634 to make an appointment.
The treatment I received was a Hydralessence visage facial, which to you and me is a long-lasting, deep hydrating facial. It was exactly what my skin needed after the cold winter months. It is the perfect treatment to prep and plump the skin for the spring. The treatment lasted for 75 minutes and I kid you not it was the most relaxing experience I have had in a long time :)
Getting into the facial itself, the hydralessence visage is a high performance facial that revives the dullest of complexions. The Yonka products used during the facial are rich in essential oils and packed with fruit extract and green tea. The perfect antioxidant combination. Everything from the strong aromas of the creams and elixirs to the exfoliating properties of the Gommage 305 peel were perfect. Each product Niamh applied made me love the facial even more. My favourite part of the 75 minutes was when Niamh applied the second face mask, the Masque Modelant. As soon as she started to mix the mask I could smell the amazing fruit extract. It felt cooling on the skin and so refreshing, especially when she applied it to my eyes. It was so soothing to my tired eyes. Here is a scary picture of me with the face mask on haha.
Look at my décolletage though! It is glowing after my double massage :)
I have to say I was so impressed with the treatment I received and last night when I was doing my own night time beauty routine my skin felt amazing, so dewy and plump :) I am so excited to book in for my next facial with Tiger Lily. I am going to make it my business to really look after my skin this year.
Here is a look at the amazing products that were used in my facial.
I also had my gel nails refilled by the owner Niamh and I am so happy with the way they turned out. She used a new product that changes colour with the temperature. When my hands are cold they are a gorgeous deep purple but when my hands heat up they go a fab vibrant pink.
A massive thumbs up for me for Tiger Lily Beauty Salon. Such amazing service in a relaxed and friendly environment.
Check them out girls.
Love
Grace xox
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