Hey dolls,
So many people have been asking me what skincare products I use and I have wanted to write a review on my fave for the longest time. I have featured Kinvara Skincare on my YouTube Channel and on my Instagram but never gone in dept on the range before.
I started using the Active Rosehip Day Cream last June when SoSueMe gave me a pot to try. I always trust Suzanne with her recommendations because she knows her stuff when it comes to beauty. After I finished the day cream I knew I had to repurchase it and also wanted to try the Rosehip Face Serum as Sue had said it was one of her desert island products. Kinvara also sent me their award winning Absolute Cleansing Oil to try out.
I have been using these three products daily and I have to say I am obsessed. They not only smell so divine, they are so refreshing and nourishing on my skin. Each product has its own unique smell and is infused with so many organic ingredients. The thing I love about all the Kinvara products is the way my skin feels just after I have applied them. My skin always feels so soft and the products are so luxurious, I feel like I've been for a facial everyday.
Lets get into each product indiviually.
Active Rosehip Day Cream - €24
It is clear from the list of ingredients that Kinvara only use the best and most natural. I read on the Kinvara website that they love the old adage that, 'Food is medicine'! So if 93% of their ingredients are from edible food source, then it says a lot about their products.
Rosehip Face Serum - €28
So many people have been asking me what skincare products I use and I have wanted to write a review on my fave for the longest time. I have featured Kinvara Skincare on my YouTube Channel and on my Instagram but never gone in dept on the range before.
I started using the Active Rosehip Day Cream last June when SoSueMe gave me a pot to try. I always trust Suzanne with her recommendations because she knows her stuff when it comes to beauty. After I finished the day cream I knew I had to repurchase it and also wanted to try the Rosehip Face Serum as Sue had said it was one of her desert island products. Kinvara also sent me their award winning Absolute Cleansing Oil to try out.
I have been using these three products daily and I have to say I am obsessed. They not only smell so divine, they are so refreshing and nourishing on my skin. Each product has its own unique smell and is infused with so many organic ingredients. The thing I love about all the Kinvara products is the way my skin feels just after I have applied them. My skin always feels so soft and the products are so luxurious, I feel like I've been for a facial everyday.
Lets get into each product indiviually.
Active Rosehip Day Cream - €24
This baby is by far my favourite product from the range. It smells of lavender which if one of my favourite scents, it also leaves my skin feeling like silk without any residue left on my skin. I can apply my foundation almost immediately after apply this cream and it provides an even canvas so that my foundation glides on flawlessly.
It is clear from the list of ingredients that Kinvara only use the best and most natural. I read on the Kinvara website that they love the old adage that, 'Food is medicine'! So if 93% of their ingredients are from edible food source, then it says a lot about their products.
Rosehip Face Serum - €28
This face serum is unlike any serum I have ever tried before, it is so fresh and packed full of amazing fruit extracts and essential oils, it leaves my skin so smoothe and refreshed. I use it twice daily before my face cream and sometimes, this alone is enough to hydrate my skin. I sometimes apply two pumps of the serum on days when my skin is looking a little dull. By morning it is glowing and plump again.
I cant rate this serum high enough. It is so amazing.
Absolute Cleansing Oil - €20
After featuring this cleanser in my January Favourites video the Kinvara team contacted me to let me know I wasn't using the product correctly and to get the most from this product you are supposed to use it on damp skin, massage it in for a minute or two and rinse off with warm water and a face cloth. Since then this product has been a game changer. I have never found a cleanser that removes a full face of makeup and removes the Inglot waterproof eyeliner and the Benefit They're Real mascara so easily. This absolute cleansing oil breaks down everything and removes all dirt, oils and makeup in minutes. It use this with the Nima Mitt and it makes taking my make up so much more of a pleasure than a chore.
Hands down best makeup remover I have ever used.
If you are looking to change up our skincare routine and invest in some good quality products that your skin will thank you for, then I recommend trying out Kinvara Skincare. It gets two massive thumbs up from me and I can't see myself changing my skincare products anytime soon.
As long as Kinvara keep making them I will keep buying them.
I hope you liked that review and let me know in a comment if you have tried any of these products.
Love
Grace xox
Hi my loves.
Today I met some of my youtube girls for a spot of lunch and a browse around the makeup counters :) One of my favourite things to do on my day off is head to the department stores and lust over all the amazing beauty products they have to offer.
Today I met some of my youtube girls for a spot of lunch and a browse around the makeup counters :) One of my favourite things to do on my day off is head to the department stores and lust over all the amazing beauty products they have to offer.
We headed to Space NK where I was hoping to purchase Hourglass Ambient Lights Blush Palette but unfortunately it was out of stock as it was a limited edition palette. (Wehhhhhh ) I then decided to purchased the Diptyque candle in Figuier as it had been on my wish list for the longest time.
I love everything about the Diptyque range from the packaging to the scents and the wide variety they offer.
The only thing I dislike is the price point but oh well we all need a treat now and again, isnt that right ladies :)
I will definitely be trying more of this range and I already have my eye on the vanilla scent. It is to die for. If you want to know more about these beautiful candles you can shop Space NK here
It is such a gorgeous shop, I would spend hours in it if I could
Love
Grace xox
Hi my loves,
I think I may have found my new favourite baby doll pink lip combination ever!
As you all know I am a huge NYX fan, not only because they are so affordable but because the quality of their stuff is outstanding. As a makeup artist, finding good quality products you can trust is amazing, I am constantly on the look out for new hot products.
This baby pink combination is perfect for valentines day or all year round. It will have the boys falling over you.
First up in this foursome (no pun intended haha) is this stunning "my lips but better" lipliner in the shade "860 Peekaboo Neutral" It creates the perfect base on the lips and even looks natural when over -drawing your lips. We all want those Kylie Jenner lips, don't we.
This beautiful matte lipstick in the shade "Audrey" is just gorgeous worn alone but topped off with the Butter Gloss in "Merengue" is a match made in heaven.
I am not the biggest lover of matte lipsticks as they can be quiet drying and irritate my lips so I always like to apply a gloss and there are no glosses that compare to the butter glosses from NYX. They are buttery soft and silky smooth, never sticky and smell divine :)
If you are more of a one woman lip product person, then the jumbo lip pencil is for you. This jumbo lip pencil in "720 Honey Nectar" glides on, is packed full of pigment and fills in your lips for that Kylie-esque look we all desire. This is a run out the door but still look fabulous type of product and has found a new home in my handbag.
I think I may have found my new favourite baby doll pink lip combination ever!
As you all know I am a huge NYX fan, not only because they are so affordable but because the quality of their stuff is outstanding. As a makeup artist, finding good quality products you can trust is amazing, I am constantly on the look out for new hot products.
This baby pink combination is perfect for valentines day or all year round. It will have the boys falling over you.
First up in this foursome (no pun intended haha) is this stunning "my lips but better" lipliner in the shade "860 Peekaboo Neutral" It creates the perfect base on the lips and even looks natural when over -drawing your lips. We all want those Kylie Jenner lips, don't we.
This beautiful matte lipstick in the shade "Audrey" is just gorgeous worn alone but topped off with the Butter Gloss in "Merengue" is a match made in heaven.
I am not the biggest lover of matte lipsticks as they can be quiet drying and irritate my lips so I always like to apply a gloss and there are no glosses that compare to the butter glosses from NYX. They are buttery soft and silky smooth, never sticky and smell divine :)
If you are more of a one woman lip product person, then the jumbo lip pencil is for you. This jumbo lip pencil in "720 Honey Nectar" glides on, is packed full of pigment and fills in your lips for that Kylie-esque look we all desire. This is a run out the door but still look fabulous type of product and has found a new home in my handbag.
Everyone always asked where you can buy NXY in Ireland so I will leave their full stock list here for you :)
Let me know if there is any other NYX products you think I should try.
Go forth now and buy :)
Love
Grace xox
Hi my lovelies,
A highly requested swatch review coming your way.
I received this beautiful palette as a Christmas present and the colours blew me away.
I knew when I first opened it I had to swatch it for you all. I know even before I try it I will be obsessed with it for the coming months.
So here it is and how gorgeous does it look.
My first impression of this palette was that it looked amazing but also the package it came in was super cute and also the palette itself was very sturdy. It also came with a huge mirror and a double sided makeup brush. I love that Urban Decay always have these brushes with their palettes as they are always top quality.
This palette comes with comes with a whopping 20 beautiful shades ranging from matte to shimmer to glitter. Each shadow is unique to the next and all brand new shades to Urban Decay.
The first 4 shades in this palette are on the neutral end of the scales. The first shade ''Truth'' is a beautiful matte cream colour that would be perfect as a brow bone highlight or for a wash of colour all over the lid.
The next shade ''Undone'' is a gorgeous neutral with an undertone of glitter. This colour would be perfect for all over the lid to open up the eyes.
''Downfall'' is a mid toned brown, perfect as a transition colour and for contouring the crease of the eye.
"DFT" is a deeper brown with a lot more glitter and would be gorgeous blended into the crease to darken it up.
Moving away from neutral we have ''Dragon'' which is a beautiful forest green perfect for any St. Patricks day look.
"Freeze" is a gorgeous shimmery aqua colour with lots of fine glitter.
''Heroine'' is one of my favourite shades in this palette and is a beautiful navy shade.
The final of these four is "Brokedown" It is a stunning bronzed colour and I think this would be beautiful washed all over the lid and blended out.
Next is "Vanity" a beautiful plum shade perfect for a deep gothic look that I love so much.
"Lucky is a gorgeous goldeny orange colour and one that I have never seen before. I am excited to try this one.
"Reign" is a chocolate brown that looks almost like silk and would be gorgeous deep in the over V of the eye.
"Bobby Dazzle" is a frosty white with glitter and I think it would be perfect in the inner tear duct to make your eyes pop.
These next four I think are my favourite shade of the palette.
Although I am not a huge pink fan I think "Alien" would be pretty on the lid.
"Alchemy" is an absolutely stunning burgundy shade. It looks so rich and would create a beautiful autumnal look.
"Bondage" is again a plum colour but is deeper and richer.
"Sonic" is a stunning terracotta colour and I cant wait to try it.
The last 4 shade are more cool toned and ''Last Sin" is a gorgeous champagne shade.
''Angel'' is a beautiful rich taupe shade that would be fab all over the lid and darkened up with "Defy" which is a deep dark brown.
The last shade ''Revolver" is this stunning greeny brown shade and would be beautiful on someone with green eyes.
I have to say I am in love with this palette and Urban Decay seem to get better and better with every eyeshadow palette they come out with.
I am a huge fan of this vice palette and would recommend you pick it up for yourself if you are a makeup lover like me
Love
Grace xox
Hey my loves,
In no particular order, first up, but I must admit is probably my favourite find of this year is the Mary Lou-Manizer from The Balm. This is such an amazing powder highlight that is not overly shimmery or glittery. It is just perfection and gives you that amazing glow that everyone wants.
The next in luxury is the Banana Powder from Ben Nye. This is Kim Kardashians best friend when it comes to highlighting and sets under eye concealer to give the ultimate pop and gorgeous glow. I just love this product for photographs.
As 2014 is coming to an end I wanted to share with you my favourite makeup products of the last year.
Although I have way more than just ten I thought that was enough for now.
Although I have way more than just ten I thought that was enough for now.
Next up is the Vitalumiere Aqua from Chanel. This foundation is my all time favourite foundation ( a touch on the pricier side) but worth every penny. It gives amazing coverage and lasts all day long. It leaves my skin looking flawless and I just love it so much.
Next product is the liquid eyeliner from Catrice in ''dating joe black'' I have used this eyeliner for years and still cant find anything that works better. It is a jet black liquid liner that applies so easily. I would recommend this one for beginners as it has a felt tip applicator which makes apply it effortless. Another top thing about this product is it is super affordable.
This is another product that I don't think I will ever stop buying. It is from The Balm again (they are featured a lot in the post as their stuff is awesome) This blush ''Hot Mama'' has been my go to blush for the past 6 months and is absolutely stunning. I just love how it looks on my skin and gives such a nice flushed look. I have used this almost everyday and still haven't hit pan.
Another old time favourite is the lasting perfection concealer from Collection. I have been using this concealer for years and haven't come across a better one. It is highly pigmented and covers up the darkest of under eye circles while high lighting that area too. It is also super affordable too.
I have only one mascara that I loved this past year and that is the ''Miss Manga'' from Loréal. I am in love with the length and volume this mascara gives my lashes and also love the fact that it doesn't transfer to my bottom lid.
The next two products are the ultimate in luxury products but you definitely dont need them, but I bet you would LOVE them. First up is the Soleil De Tan from Chanel. This beauty is a cream to powder universal bronzer that works with everyones individual skin tone. It feels heavenly on the skin and making contouring a dream.
Finishing off with some lip products the first is from NYX and that is their Butter Lip Glosses.
In any shade they are devine and they apply so nicely. They don't leave you lips feeling sticky and horrible and their colour choice is huge.
In any shade they are devine and they apply so nicely. They don't leave you lips feeling sticky and horrible and their colour choice is huge.
Last but by no means least is the Provocalips from Rimmel. I only tried these babies in December but they blew my mind. They are a very long wear lip gloss and when I say very long wear I mean it. Them bad boys don't budge from you lips. This are so highly pigmented and gorgeous on.
I hope you liked my picks from the year, let me know your top products in a comment below.
Love
Grace xox
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