Hello ladies,

Thank you for entering my mini giveaway, i really appreciate every comment i get and it is always a pleasure to get any sort of feedback.

I choose the winner randomly with the help of random.org and the number 8 was a winner.

Congratulations Niamh! I will contact you on your email to get final details.

Thank you again and enjoy the weekend.

Hello darlings,

To show my appreciation for you all i have decided to do a small giveaway consisting in Calvin Klein makeup. I bought two gel eyeliners in black (302 black ice) and brown (301 cocoa sheen) with a very nice eyeliner brush to give to a lucky reader.

The rules are simple:

1. Must be a follower on Google Friend Connect or join my Facebook page.
2. Post a comment on this post with your name and email address.
3. The contest ends on Friday 26th of November.
4. Competition open worldwide.
5. One entry per person.
6. The winner will be chosen randomly (random.org)

Best of luck!

A week ago i got a comment left by Ann Marie, asking for skincare advice. I do apologies Ann, sorry for replying so late!

This is what Ann said:

“Hi my skin is in a dreadful state hormones!!!! even though I’m 37 will it ever end? in general my skin is good but i do have red blotchy areas known as acne rosacea is there a moisturiser that will help any help would be appreciated.”

To be honest, the main question that comes to my mind now is what skincare you are using and if you have tried any treatment for rosacea before.

Rosacea is a difficult condition to treat, it can make a person self conscious as it consists in little red broken capillaries that need to be covered and also it manifests itself through skin sensitivity, sensation of hot or even burning.

There are a few guide lines in dealing with the condition:

• don’t use harsh face exfoliants and if you can avoid it, don’t exfoliate at all. The actual rubbing of the skin makes rosacea look worse and it can aggravate it. If you need to exfoliate, i would recommend an exfoliating lotion like the new Clarins one – Clarins Gentle Exfoliator. It can be used every day instead of a toner.
• don’t use face wipes or anything with alcohol content. I know they are handy after a long day, but in the long term they will sensitives the skin even more.
• use a high sun screen everyday. Sun aggravates rosacea by breaking the collagen fibres in the skin. Even if its cloudy use at least a 30 SPF, also if you are out walking/doing sports protect your skin from wind and cold with moisturiser and foundation, they will act as a barrier against environment.
• when choosing a suitable skincare i would look for dermo cosmetics: La Roche Posay, Avene, Bioderma, Uriage. They all have a product range suitable for rosacea. The one that I’ve worked with is Rosaliac from La Roche Posay, it has a green pigment inside to conceal, thermal water to soothe and helps to decrease the redness in time. Also great is the Toleriane range, swear by the moisturiser and cleanser calms the skin instantly!

My last advice is to be armed with loads of patience and try to avoid stress. I know…even I’m rolling my eyes when I’m hearing this one, but nevertheless is true. If everything else fails, a good thing would be to invest in a laser treatment.

Hope it helped!

Hello lovelies, its been so long since I’ve posted something. I missed blogging so much, lately my life has been hectic and there are no signs of slowing down.

Now back on to our business, free Nails Inc. nail polish with the December issue of Glamour. Last month it was free Ciate with Marie Claire, now this lovely nail polish. They’re great with us!

I choose the taupe color which is called Jermyn Street. Has a good pigmentation, i got a decent result with only one coat but for maximum color and resistance i applied a second one. The shade is in the lines of Chanel Particuliere and Gosh Miss Mole, i would actually say that it is very similar to Miss Mole, with a hint of mauve undertone instead of brown.

I do like Nails Inc. polishes, I’m always happy with the pigmentation and color range but i cant bring myself to actually buy one because of the brush. Its just to thin and skinny for my liking, i would still prefer the ones from Rimmel.

Here’s an awfull swatch of mine, painting the nails is an art which im afraid ill never master it. Hats off for all the nail technicians!

In the photos looks a bit brownie and blah, in real life though is more cooled toned and glossy. Seems like its going to be a taupe autumn for me!