Benefit Haul!

Just when I think I own enough makeup BAM I purchase some more. In my defence these were needed items in my makeup bag as they were repurchases but still... I have a weakness when it comes to makeup. Benefit has been one of those brands where I have near enough loved everything that I have tried.

First of all I got a new full sized Porefessional. I LOVE this product so much! Since discovering this I have used it almost every day. It makes the whole application process of foundation so much easier and you can really tell a difference when I forget to put it on. It is lightweight on the skin as well so it doesn't feel like you are adding an extra layer to your makeup. It says you can use this over your makeup as well, however I am yet to try this! I am glad that I finally bought this as I am about to run out of my sample sized versions! 

Next I have finally decided to commit to a full sized They're Real mascara. I have been obsessed with this mascara for a couple of years and always being lucky to get another sample size in Elle magazine just as one is running out. I know people have mixed reviews over this product but I love the way it works for my lashes. I don't wear falsies and these give me the effect that I am! Benefit were doing a great deal where you can get a full sized They're real with a half size eyeliner and eye makeup remover in a set for £19.50. I am yet to try the eyeliner and makeup remover so am excited to see how I get on with it! 

Another great thing about Benefit as I have mentioned are the sample sized products. I love a sample! The ladies in Benefit were very generous with the samples that they gave to me.

The first one that the gave to me which I am excited to try is Lollitint. I have heard a lot of great reviews about this product! It's intentionally a lip stain, however you can use it on your cheeks as well a a subtle blush. I am looking forward to trying this out for autumn! 

 Puff off is another sample that I am excited to try as it is something I had never heard of before, although it has been out a little while now! I think it is used under the eyes to make them less puffy. whether this works I have no idea but I am all for trying!

Finally I was given these face cream samples. One is for all over the face and the other is for under the eyes. I have tried the face moisturiser before and loved it. It is the perfect size for taking away for a weekend break so these will deffo be put into my hand luggage for Disneyland Paris, as will most of these samples! 

I hope you enjoyed this post. Have you bought anything from Benefit recently that you think I need to try? Let me know in the comments below! 

Have a lovely week! 

A Topshop, New Look and Zara fashion haul

I think it is time to admit it..I have a shopping problem. The first step to improving is admitting right? Anyway, this week I made a cheeky visit to my local shopping centre to have a little browse for LFW outfit ideas. Of course like most shopping trips these 'ideas' actually turned into 'buying' and I am excited to share some of the bargains that I have got!

When it comes to Topshop sales I much prefer to look online than in store. The stores always tend to resemble a jumble sale so I usually stay clear. That is until Friday when I noticed that there was extra 20% off sale items. Yes 20%! An absolute bargain if you ask me! Being a student I was also able to get another 10% off that so I know that all of my purchases are justified! First things first I noticed this green crocheted high neck crop. I am usually not one to go for a crop top but I visioned it looking perfect with a high waisted leather skirt for London fashion week.

Green Crotchet Top -£7.00

 Next I spotted this skirt. Again it is really different to what I usually go for. It zips up at the front and has rough edging. It is made out of a crepe fabric and is quite heavy. I am excited to wear this with a white jumper in the colder months.

Crepe Skirt- £25.00

Finally from Topshop I got this hooded scarf shawl 'thing'. with the winter months approaching and the mornings and evenings getting a lot colder I wanted something that I could wear on the train. I also think that it being styled over a leather jacket could look really cute! The colour also brightens up any outfit! Also when I got to the till it was even cheaper than the initial price on the tag was!

Hooded shawl- £7.00

Next was Zara. Seeing as I am going to Disneyland Paris (eep!) in October when the weather is a lot colder I thought that buying a new winter hat would be totally appropriate! This hat is from the TRF range in Zara and is made out of the softest wool ever! I got it in this faded brown colour for myself and the white for my mum!

Wool Hat- £7.99

One of my weaknesses when it comes to winter fashion is boots. I love a pair of boots! New Look seemed to have gone all out this year with this sector! They have every design of boots in every single colour you could ever wish for! I went with these mid heeled chunky boot. I have a pair in green from River Island that I love, but they are higher than I would be wearing every day! These boots are perfect for travelling to and from uni. They give me a little bit of height without being uncomfortable to wear!

Heeled chunky boots- £29.99

You may be able to tell from the better image quality that I have got a new camera. I have been working with my dad for the past 4 weeks to earn some money to purchase it. I was stuck between two cameras. The Nikon 1 and the Olympus Pen E-PL7. After lots of research and testing out of cameras I decided to go with the Olympus Pen. I am so happy with it! If people are interested in me doing a review then I can do one!

Have a lovely week! 

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