I have never had singing lessons... thought I would try singing the first minute of this classic song... I hope you like it :)
Thursday, 20 February 2014
John Legend - Ordinary People 1 Minute Cover
I have never had singing lessons... thought I would try singing the first minute of this classic song... I hope you like it :)
Saturday, 18 January 2014
LAURA MERCIER (AND MORE) REVIEW
“Smooth
on this creamy foundation and watch imperfections, hyperpigmentation and even
fine lines disappear. This long-wearing formula is blendable and glides on
easily, giving you a fresh look that lasts all day. Discover just how easy it
is to create ‘complexion perfection.’”
My product of the month has to be the Laura Mercier Silk Crème Foundation
(Bamboo Beige). In my opinion it is far better than the Tinted Moisturiser (Oil Free) also from Laura Mercier, which made
my skin feel incredibly greasy to the touch and shiny on my forehead and nose
(I have Combination/Oily skin). The foundation is a little pricey at £33, but unlike
most foundations, the 35ml foundation has lasted me a good few months – after daily
use. I apply the foundation sparingly on top of the Laura Mercier Primer
Radiance in my standard ‘five splodges’: nose, both cheeks, chin and forehead,
however I haven’t noticed a significant difference when not using the primer.
Quick note (stating the obvious, I know): when applying the foundation, or any foundation for that matter, bare in mind that your foundation should match your natural skin tone and not be too cakey, otherwise you will look a bit like this…
Although I have been very pleased with the foundation, sadly it does not create the ‘complexion perfection’ in my case. At the moment my skin is covered in blemishes around my cheek and mouth area, meaning there is a lot of redness and dry peeling skin. Although the foundation takes some of the redness away, it does not hide it completely, therefore I use my Laura Mercier Secret Camouflage (concealer compact) on the red areas. I have tried applying this creamy concealer to the dry areas of my skin, but the concealer does not sit very well, if anything accentuating the problem areas. In the concealers defense, it is only meant to “conceal discolorations, imperfections and redness” so I can forgive it on that basis. In these situations, I tend to use the more liquid-like Touche Éclat (YSL), which normally does the trick and covers the drier blemishes and spots.
All in all I think it is fair to say that miracles are required to work with my rebellious skin at the moment. When my skin is fairly normal and blemishes are at bay, the combination of the two is brilliant! I love the foundation in particular because of the translucent, smooth and natural finish it gives and the concealer compact compliments the product well – a brilliant gift combo if you are looking to really treat someone… or yourself! But before I write any more make-up reviews, I need to get my ‘face canvas’ back in form to do these products justice. To carry out such a mission, I have bought the ‘Malin and Goetz Vitamin E Moisturiser’ (£36) and ordered the ‘Clark’s Botanicals ‘Skin Clearing Face and Body Wash’ (£37) and Nars ‘Pore Refining Primer’ (£25) – I promise I don’t normally purchase such expensive products… desperate times, desperate measure and all that! Reviews coming soon…
Products Mentioned:
1) Laura Mercier – ‘Silk Crème Foundation’ (£33)
2) Laura Mercier – ‘Tinted Moisturiser (Oil Free)’ (£33)
3) Laura Mercier – ‘Secret Camouflage’ (£26)
4) YSL – ‘Touche Éclat’ (£25)
5) Malin and Goetz ‘Vitamin E Moisturiser’ (£36)
6) Clark’s Botanicals –‘ Skin Clearing Face and Body Wash’ (£37)
7) Nars ‘Pore Refining Primer’ (£25)
(5,6,7 - http://uk.spacenk.com/women/)
Quick note (stating the obvious, I know): when applying the foundation, or any foundation for that matter, bare in mind that your foundation should match your natural skin tone and not be too cakey, otherwise you will look a bit like this…
Although I have been very pleased with the foundation, sadly it does not create the ‘complexion perfection’ in my case. At the moment my skin is covered in blemishes around my cheek and mouth area, meaning there is a lot of redness and dry peeling skin. Although the foundation takes some of the redness away, it does not hide it completely, therefore I use my Laura Mercier Secret Camouflage (concealer compact) on the red areas. I have tried applying this creamy concealer to the dry areas of my skin, but the concealer does not sit very well, if anything accentuating the problem areas. In the concealers defense, it is only meant to “conceal discolorations, imperfections and redness” so I can forgive it on that basis. In these situations, I tend to use the more liquid-like Touche Éclat (YSL), which normally does the trick and covers the drier blemishes and spots.
All in all I think it is fair to say that miracles are required to work with my rebellious skin at the moment. When my skin is fairly normal and blemishes are at bay, the combination of the two is brilliant! I love the foundation in particular because of the translucent, smooth and natural finish it gives and the concealer compact compliments the product well – a brilliant gift combo if you are looking to really treat someone… or yourself! But before I write any more make-up reviews, I need to get my ‘face canvas’ back in form to do these products justice. To carry out such a mission, I have bought the ‘Malin and Goetz Vitamin E Moisturiser’ (£36) and ordered the ‘Clark’s Botanicals ‘Skin Clearing Face and Body Wash’ (£37) and Nars ‘Pore Refining Primer’ (£25) – I promise I don’t normally purchase such expensive products… desperate times, desperate measure and all that! Reviews coming soon…
Products Mentioned:
1) Laura Mercier – ‘Silk Crème Foundation’ (£33)
2) Laura Mercier – ‘Tinted Moisturiser (Oil Free)’ (£33)
3) Laura Mercier – ‘Secret Camouflage’ (£26)
4) YSL – ‘Touche Éclat’ (£25)
5) Malin and Goetz ‘Vitamin E Moisturiser’ (£36)
6) Clark’s Botanicals –‘ Skin Clearing Face and Body Wash’ (£37)
7) Nars ‘Pore Refining Primer’ (£25)
(5,6,7 - http://uk.spacenk.com/women/)
THE DILEMMA
"WHAT HAVE I DONE TO DESERVE THIS
SKIN!?" is the usual internal, sometimes vocal, exclamation following a
reluctant glance into my vanity mirror each morning. Regardless of how pathetic
it sounds, the condition of my skin 95% of the time determines my mood for the
day, which is not good news seeing as my skin rarely works in my favour.
Perhaps it is punishment for pre-pubescent Lizzie teasing her twin sister over
her newly acquired spots… of course until she too received the dreaded gift of "Spottymus Faceimus". Nevertheless, from the moment that first pimple appeared on my
forehead, I was ready for the battle, a battle which has now been going for 5
strenuous years.... teenage skin.
Okay, okay, slightly over dramatic, but still,
a bloody battlefield accurately illustrates my pursuit towards 'perfect' skin.
I have tried everything from herbal remedies, to over the counter medication to
please my diva skin, but still, nothing is quite good enough to calm her
highness permanently. However, this obsession to achieve flawless skin has in
fact turned into a passion of mine. Although it is no rarity for a girl of 17
to have an interest in skincare, over the years I have acquired a vast
knowledge on the subject from the many hours spent experimenting with various
beauty products of all price ranges. Let's not be mistaken, I am no beauty
guru; I am the kind of girl who has her favourite products and tends to stick
with them. There is no real difference between my normal day and night make-up:
mascara, foundation and concealer - eyeliner when I am feeling particularly cheeky.
I suppose I’m just not a very fussy person, or
perhaps it is just out of pure laziness, but I have found
in my time of watching various beauty channels on YouTube and reading numerous
Blogs, that the majority are missing something essential: the ordinary girl. I
may not have the skill to film an impressive Avatar make-up tutorial, or
demonstrate how to cake yourself in ridiculously overpriced make-up, covering
up all evidence of a human face, but hopefully I can offer useful, relevant advice on the
products and routines which I have tried and tested. My skin is never going to
be what I deem 'perfect', but that doesn't stop me from trying to reduce the
redness of that volcanic pimple, or disguise that blemished area on my cheek! I
am a normal girl, with normal teenage skin, with a normal teenage budget,
trying to make the most of a seemingly impossible skin dilemma. If that
sounds like you too, join the club and watch this space...
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