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Tuesday 5 February 2013

January Favourites

Swatches | L - R | Chanel Tan De Soleil - Bronze Universal / Mac 'Blushbaby' / Revlon 'Red Lacquer' / Mac 'Lady Danger' / Rimmel Apocalips in 'Galaxy, Luna & Big Bang

January is a strange month, isn't it? All the excitement of Christmas is over, the Quality Street tins that once adorned our coffee tables are replaced with credit card bills , and the bank balance looks a little sorry for itself to say the least. It's safe to say I'm ready for Summer to come around the corner now!  Here's this months picks of my favourite and most used beauty items of January...

The Body Shop | Indian Night Jasmine Fragrance Mist | £7.50 -
This scent is the most glorious aroma to ever pass my nostrils, let me tell you! It's one of those fragrances that you find yourself walking past on your dressing table and spritzing the air around you just for the sake of it! Now, I'm not a massive fan of floral scents, so don't let the name put you off - it has a certain spice to it that hints towards more oriental notes. It is both refreshing and light, and smells just as 'expensive' as any perfume would, just with a little less staying power! The next time you pass The Body Shop, give this a spray - I bet you'll be as addicted as me!


Soap & Glory | Girligo - Spray On Body Moisturising Mist | £6.50 - I have a review coming up on this little beauty, so I won't say too much about it.  It's fabulous for lazy days when you step out the shower and just want to get ready and go! It saves the need for body butters and also acts as a regular body spray with moisturising benefits - and it smells amazing.

Soap & Glory | Clean on Me Shower Gel (mini) | £2.50 - How did I ever live without this little bottle of yummy-ness sitting on my shower shelf?!  Definitely going to purchase the full size once I've used up the rest of my stash.  Lathers like a dream, smells good enough to eat and is really creamy and luxurious. Perfection.

Liz Earle | Cleanse & Polish | Hot Cloth Cleanser (Starter Kit) | £14.25 - I have a review of this little beauty here. It's been a little skincare saviour for me and it's such a good little cleanser. I really recommend it.  I have sensitive skin and I've had no problems whatsoever - in fact, I'm yet to read a negative review!

Nivea Essentials | Rich Regenerating Night Cream | £4.07 -
My skin has been really, really dry just recently. My usual nighttime moisturiser just wasn't cutting the mustard to be honest, so I bought this on a whim.  It's quite heavy, so I don't use a lot of it - just where I feel I need it.  When I wake up in the morning my skin feels really soft.  It's not for everyone - if you struggle with shine I'd stay away from this - but I've got on with it very well and it's solved my temporary skin woes!


Chanel | Tan De Soleil Bronze Universal | £30 - I love this so much I actually cannot explain in words... I'm thinking of doing an in-depth review on it soon.  I use it for contouring every day and I just can't imagine my life without it now! I've used it every day since Christmas and I've barely touched the surface.. suits my winter skin perfectly and looks natural and light.

Mac | Sheertone blush in 'Blushbaby' | £17.50 - This blush is excellent for those days when you aren't sure what to wear as it's a fairly understated colour. It's fabulous for effortless contouring, as using this alone defines the cheekbone area and makes your face appear more structured.  

Rimmel | Apocalips | £5.99 each -
Ohhhh how I love these little beauties! The perfect mix of a lipstick, lip gloss and a lip stain.  I cannot wait to pick up some more shades - I'm addicted. You can read my full review and see swatches of them on the lips here.


Mac | Lipstick in 'Lady Danger' | £14.00 - This lipstick is perfect for nights out when you really want to make a statement with your lips.  I've had a couple of nights out just recently and have worn this countless times - even in the day! It's the most perfect coral red, is beautifully bright and just oozes sex appeal! Oof ;)

Revlon | Super Lustrous Lipstick in 'Red Lacquer' | £7.49 - I wore this on Christmas day (you can see my FOTD here) and it's just the perfect understated red for when you want a pop of colour without going 'OTT'. Perfect for day wear, moisturising and has impressive staying power. It has the same sort of undertones as Mac's Lady Danger but is slightly more sheer in finish - if you're not a fan of matte, opaque reds, then this is a good one to opt for.

Have you tried any of these products? What have been your favourites this month?
  

39 comments:

  1. The lipsticks look gorgeous, and the Rimmel Apocalips I still haven't tried them as they are always sold out! Xx

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  2. I love Soap and Glory's Clean on Me im reaching the end of a full size one - so nice, i really like Girligo too!

    I need to get my hands on the Apocalips!
    Great choice of favourites!
    Natalie xx
    youralmostalice.blogspot.com

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  3. amazing favourites Beth! :) Blush baby looks really nice, I've been looking for an everyday blush from mac & this one looks perfect. Would love too see a review of the Chanel Bronzer too, looks like such a luxurious product & swatches nicely too! :) another brilliant post lovely! :) xxxx

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  4. i love the colour of that blusher! lovely post :-)


    http://vividiorquue.blogspot.com

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  5. Girligo is great, I've finally starting using it again x

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  6. I've never seen or heard of Girligo before but you've got me curious about it now and I want to check it out next time in Boots, love a lazy way to moisturise! And you've got me lusting after that Revlon lippy now haha! Lovely post, I always love your pictures! :) xx

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  7. Great favourites! :)
    I really want to try the Bronze Universal!

    egtx3.blogspot.co.uk
    xo

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  8. Please do a review of the Chanel! I've been wanting to buy it for ages and would love a review to push me over the edge! Xx

    www.teapartywithalice.com

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  9. The Rimmel Apocalypse look SO good! Luna seems right up my street!Xx

    http://lucycole.blogspot.co.uk/

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  10. The Rimmel Apocalips look so interesting, I really can't wait to try them out as everyone seems to only have good things to say about them. I'm currently on the hunt for a simple pink blush as well! Lovely blog post x

    http://aquietjournal.blogspot.co.uk/

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  11. I want to try the Chanel bronzer! Clean on Me is the most AMAZING smelling shower gel on the earth!

    http://hannahrebekahcampbell.blogspot.com xx

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  12. the soap and glory products, apocalips and MAC lady danger are january favourites for me personally aswell! love them, great post xx

    fashionablyace.blogspot.com

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  13. I love nivea moisturisers ! i always repurchase mine when it runs out :) really want to try out the apocalypse range

    Beautiful Dreams

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  14. is it weird that i've never used let alone owned any of these products. Lord im missing out in life! x

    www.justshazea.blogspot.com

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  15. Chanel bronzer is also my favourite! i couldn't live with out it! I love all your january favourite's x

    http://pamperedpout.blogspot.co.uk

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  16. I have been meaning to try the Liz Earle Cleanse & Polish cleanser but just bought the Emma Hardie one. This sounds great though x

    http://whatisinherwardrobe.blogspot.co.uk

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  17. Please do a review on the Chanel as I have it but it sits unused, just can't get it to work at all :)

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  18. Best favourites ever :D especially the Chanel bronzer <3 its the best!

    Love India - Jewel Beauty Blog - Beauty, lifestyle & fashion too!

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  19. Awesome favorites Beth!! I really want the Chanel bronzer, it's been on my wishlist for forever <3

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  20. Blushbaby is such a lovely colour x

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  21. Big Bang look amazing, I'm addicted to anything red at the moment, I must add it to my lip product collection :-)

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  22. so jel, i still need to get my hands on the apocalips! xx

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  23. so want to try Lady Danger, bet it looks amazing on! x

    http://thebeautyvisual.blogspot.co.uk

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  24. I'm desperate to try the chanel bronzer! I love the liz earle skincare range, i really need to repurchase some asap!

    xxx

    andshesaidwonderland.blogspot.co.uk

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  25. I'm so envious of you favorites. I love how the Luna Apocalips looks xx

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  26. Ooo please do an in depth review of the Chanel Bronzer! It looks gorgeous, I think I may need it in my life by this summer! x

    MaybeBabyXo.com

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  27. These are some gorgeous favourites! I love the look of the two red lipsticks, like you said.. they're so similar with their undertones. I would so love to try the Chanel bronzer though, the packaging is beautiful alone :) <3

    Gem ♥ | Miss Makeup Magpie

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  28. I love the Soap and Glory products, I've also nearly used mine up and I'll be doing a review of them on my blog in the next week or so. I have also just bought the Liz Earle hot cloth cleanser and I'm in the process of trying that out!
    Tori. x

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  29. i want lady danger so, so badly!

    from helen at thelovecatsinc // youtube

    ps. enter my new giveaway to win the UD naked basics palette, real techniques brushes and essie polishes! click here.

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  30. I wish I could try the soap and glory stuff, I've read so many rave reviews but as luck would have it I can't get my hands on it here in South-Africa :/ xoxo

    www.dressedinthecity.com

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  31. I'm so desperate to try out Apocalips, I need a piece of this blog hype!! xx

    Youlooknicetodayxo.blogspot.co.uk

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  32. Cool fashion stuffs :) By the way, I like your blog. Maybe we could follow each other on Bloglovin and/or GFC?

    Please leave me a comment on my blog and I will follow you!

    http://kstylick.blogspot.com

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  33. I've wanted Lady Danger for aaages! Think I'm just going to have to give in and get it! Also, that mac blusher looks a really nice colour, im looking for a pinky coloured one, I think a trip to mac is needed! xx

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  34. SO many of these products are on my wish list! I love the look of the Rimmel Apocalips, but I'm trying to stay away and save a bit of money. Every time I read a review I just want them even more! MAC Blushbaby is a beautiful colour, and Chanel Bronze Universal is just gorgeous :) xx

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  35. I love your january favourites! i do have some of them and i love them to bits :) xxx

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  36. I love this post! The spray on moisturising mist is one of my faves, it's so easy xx

    Lucy Loves To Blog

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  37. In love with the purple colour!
    Now following your blog on GFC :) WOuld you like to follow each other?

    If so, you can visit my blog here:

    LurchHoundLoves.com

    Thanks!

    Charlie

    xx

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  38. Pleeease do an individual review on the chanel bronzer! Im really interested in buying it but don't know how to apply it or how dark it is! Great post :D Rachel xxx

    www.pillar-boxpost.blogspot.com

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  39. I currently have Ruby Woo from MAC (doesn't everyone lol) but I am intrigued by these 3 lip products as well. I would also like to try the neon red from the Maybelline Vivids collection. Le sigh my poor card and bank balance. My mist you madly body spray has been going strong for a few months now, if you like citrus scents that is something you could try. With this wintry weather Liz Earle has been my skincare savior as well

    http://miakhymai.blogspot.co.uk/

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