Shiseido Microliner Ink Crayon in Black is an ultra precision eyeliner with an extremely fine tip, packaged in a slim 0.08g wind-up crayon applicator. The eyeliner is highly pigmented, providing a bold black line, with a long-lasting, water-resistant, smudge-proof, matte formula. The really nice thing about this crayon eyeliner is that it features thermo-sensory technology…
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Why you shouldn’t bring children to your appointment
Have you ever wondered why many nail salons (or hair salons) ask you not to bring your children with you to your appointment? It’s definitely not because nail technicians or hairdressers are evil, children-hating beings, most of us love children, and I’m definitely not writing this to make anyone feel bad. I just don’t think…
Konjac Sponge
A bamboo charcoal Konjac Sponge from Skye Candle and Body Care was the day 11 surprise gift in the 2019 Beautiful Surprises Advent Calendar.I’d heard a lot about these sponges when they first came out, and there was this huge big hype around them, but I’d never managed to actually convince myself to buy one. …
Nudi Point Black to White
A full sized tub of Nudi Point’s Black to White Teeth Whitener was the day 7 surprise gift in the 2019 Beautiful Surprises Advent Calendar. I just have to share Nudi Point’s description of their product from their website: “Let’s admit it … We all want that beautiful Hollywood smile, but who has the money to…
Essentially Tamara Shower Bombs
A single Essentially Tamara “Invigorate” shower bomb was the Day 6 gift in the 2019 Beautiful Surprises Advent Calendar, and this was the first time I’d ever used a shower bomb. “Invigorate”, is an orange coloured shower bomb that gives off a lovely citrus scent before the packaging is even opened. These shower bombs are…
How to clean make-up brushes
Did you know that certain make-up brushes need to be cleaned once a week or every second week, while you can get away with only cleaning others monthly? This of course applies to your own personal make-up kit and not to a make-up artist’s kit (which gets cleaned after each use). So, how should you…
Vanilla Latte Coffee Scrub
A 50g tin of Vanilla Latte Coffee Scrub from Little Olive Tree was the Day 1 surprise gift in the 2019 Beautiful Surprises Advent Calendar. The nice thing about this scrub is it is packaged in a twist top tin, which keeps the scrub nice and dry, plus there’s not resealable strip to get clogged…
Press-on nails: All you need to know
What are Luxury Press-on Nails? Our luxury press-on nails are ultra-thin and cruelty free (we do not test on animals). Each set is individually hand painted, with a range of finishes to choose from – Classic (one colour with a glossy or matte finish), Chrome, Ombré, French Tips, or you can choose to use the ‘design…
How to apply press-on nails
Once you’ve bought your set of Luxury Press-on Nails, you’ll need to size them and apply them. Step 1: Select the correct size Luxury Press-on Nail that matches the size of your natural nails, ensuring each nail fits your natural nail plate as comfortably as possible. The press-on nail should line up with the sides…
How to remove press-on nails
The most important thing to remember when removing your press-on nails is never force them off. If you try to remove the press-ons prematurely, before the glue has had time to start breaking down, you may damage your natural nails. If you applied too much glue during the initial application, it will mean that the…
Natural Instinct Uplift Body Wash
I bought a large 500ml pump bottle of Natural Instinct Uplift Body Wash without smelling it first, and I wish I had, because I would never have bought it. The bottle says “enriched with botanicals, vitamins C, B12 and K, avocado oil and lemongrass,” and their website says “With the natural invigorating scent of orange,…
How to remove gel polish
Can I remove gel polish at home? I always recommend having your gel polish removed by a professional, but if for some reason you are unable to make an appointment to see me, and can’t get to a professional salon, then it can be done safely at home by using the steps below. You will…
