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Catrice Coolibri

May10

Summer will see a new limited edition from my beauty love Catrice. The collection is called Coolibri and consists of bright colourful products in summery shades such as greens, yellows and blues.

Jelly Cheek Tint €4.49

The Jelly Cheek Tint is sure to be the 2in1-summer favorite of the year! Thanks to its light liquid gel-like texture, you can determine how intense the color is going to be when you apply it to conjure-up gorgeous accents on your face. But this lovely red doesn’t just look great on your cheeks – the tint ensures a long-lasting red shade on your lips, too! Thanks to the practical pot, you can easily apply the texture using your finger tips. Available in C01 Abloom.

Eye Shadow Pen €3.99

The four highly-pigmented colors of the creamy and extremely long-lasting Eye Shadow Pen whisk you away to the magnificent world of the Amazon. The light metallic shimmer effect hints at the way the colorful feathers of the coolibri reflect the rays of the sun. Thanks to the rounded shape of the pen and the retractable mine, an accurate application of the soft texture with a color intense finish is extremely easy. Available in C01 Precious Nectar, C02 Birds Flying High, C03 Virgin Forest and C04 Exotica.

Golden Glow Eye Liner €3.49

The strong rays of the sun bursting into the rainforest offer the inspiration for the Golden Glow Eye Liner. Thanks to its high pigmentation in radiant gold, it gives your make-up a really elegant and intense summery finish. The liquid texture contains fine shimmer pigments and can be applied accurately and smoothly thanks to the brush applicator. A delicate line along your eyelid is enough – for unbelievable expression! Available in C01 Precious Nectar.

Nectar Gloss €4.29

Sweet blossoms are the ultimate temptation for coolibris –in radiant/fresh and summery colors. With its light, semi-transparent texture and subtle lip color, the Nectar Gloss provides a popular wet-gloss finish and leaves your lips feeling irresistibly soft. Available in C01 Birds Flying High, C02 Feathery Pink, C03 Gorgeous Blossom and C04 Exotica.

Colour Refreshing Lip Balm €5.49

Fresh’em up! Silky-soft lips are an absolute must for perfect summery lipgloss and lipstick styles. Make sure to generously apply the creamy, long-lasting Colour Refreshing Balm to pamper them! The highlight: this balm reacts to the pH level of your lips to unfold its natural, subtle red color. The light tint gives your lips a soft, fresh look – at all times.

Ultimate Nail Lacquer €2.79

Ultimate long-lasting texture, ultimate coverage and ultimate color in the brightest Coolibri shades! High shine with or without shimmer – these bold nail polishes are sure to fulfill all exotic color wishes. Available in C01 Birds Flying High, C02 Twist of Lemon, C03 Abloom, C04 Exotica and C05 Virgin Forest.

xxx Coolibri hits stands in July and the usual apples- Be quick or you may miss out. I love this collection,it’s perfect for summer. I’m sure I’ll pick up one or two pieces. Wat about you? xxx

Catrice Revoltaire

Apr3

April and May will bring another lovely collection from Catrice called Revoltaire (bit of an odd name there Catrice)Revoltaire is about having the courage to be yourself and all that you want to be. To break free of conventions and to enjoy a new passion for life.

The collection features Natural brown, subtle green, puristic grey and soft nude shades offer the backdrop for bright acid colors, thus revealing their true style competence. Coral pink, toxic green… and gorgeous packaging!

 

How lovely do these smokey eye palettes look? and they’re just €4.99! These would make a great addition to any makeup collection.The palettes feature three color-intensive powder eyeshadows and cake eyeliner as well as an integrated applicator with a sponge on one end and an eyeliner brush on the other. They are available in C01 Toxic Combination and C02 Explosive Combination I think I will be buying Explosive Combination.

Looking for matt,velvetly lips so you’ll be bang on trend? These lippies will get you there with another great price of just €4.49! They are available in C01 Colour Bomb, C02 Nude Alarm and C03 Bloody Red.

This professional brush allows you to trace the contours of your lips with precision or smoothly apply lipstick on the entire lip. €3.49

Emphasize your cheekbones like never before. With its fascinating color gradient ranging from nude to coral pink, the Revoltaire Powder Blush has a silky, soft texture. I really like the look of this so this might go into my shopping basket too. €4.49

We all know by now that I am a Catrice Nail Polish Addict, I can’t help myself! I tried and failed so I’ve given into my urges and resigned myself to the fact I give in and buy some of thes.Available in C01 Innocent Toxin, C02 Attracting Camouflage, C03 Colour Bomb, C04 Colour of Honor and C05 Mission Lilac €2.79

What from this collection screams at you to take them home?

Catrice Million Styles

Mar19

Catrice have done it yet again with the new Million Styles Collection that will be hitting your local Catrice stand in April. I have put myself on a nail polish ban but I know once I see these lovelies I’ll be fighting with myself not to buy at least one.

Million Styles are effect top coats, Applied on their own or on top of your favorite Ultimate Nail Lacquer colors, they ensure fascinating effects: a 3D jewel effect, a cool smokey look or subtle holographic shimmering glitter pigments in gold or multi-glitter. They feature a new flat extra broad brush so applying them is meant to be super accurate and just need one stroke to apply.

xxx Which one grabs your attention? xxx

Some Goodies for the Mammies

Mar13

Mother’s Day is fast approaching (March 18th). This is my first Mother’s Day as a Mammy and My Mam’s first as a Granny. I’ll definitely be treating her to some lovelies from both me and the little man.

Like every year,there is heaps of goodies on offer. Here are some of my personal favourites.

Suddenly Madame Glamour €3.49 from Lidl. Myself and the mammy smelt this the other day and fell in love. So much so that I bought 4 bottles. One for me,one for her, one for my best friend and one for my aunty.

Some lovelies from Catrice, Intensif-eye Wet & Dry Shadow €4.29/£3.69,Unbeleaf’able Blush €4.99/£4.25 and Nymphelia Lip Creams €4.29/£3.69

The Washing Up Fairy - so cute! A solid washing up wand so you can be the washing up fairy, while mum puts her feet up this Mother’s Day. Follow the instructions on the stick – ‘Put your feet up, I’ll wash up tonight mum’ – and simply fill the sink with water, swirl this lemon scented, hand softening washing up fairy wand around and she’ll create lots of bubbles. Then leave her on the side to dry and re-use again and again.

Poppy Canvas €10 from Dunnes Stores.

Glass Butterfly Frame €12 from Heatons.

The Chocomania Chicks, €17.95 - Cute chicks from the Oxfam Unwrapped range together with luxurious Chocomania shower cream and a relaxing pamper package voucher from The Body Shop. These chirpy chicks help families in Zimbabwe generate much-needed income.

The Earth Mother, €20.95 - 5 Bags of Seeds from Oxfam Unwrapped and freshly scented Earth Lovers Lemon & Thyme Shower Gel from The Body Shop. Seeds are regularly distributed as part of Oxfam’s livelihoods programmes to help recipients to generate their own food, diversify their crops and establish a source of income.

Mums the Word, €33.95 – a much needed gift of school books from the Oxfam Unwrapped range together with a bottle of beautifully scented White Musk Eau de Toilette. This gift will open a new chapter in a child’s life. A set of school books will do a world of good, helping children in Tanzania to learn and teachers to teach. For families living in poverty, who can’t afford to pay for school materials, this gift ensures children get the education they need.

Honey Mummy, €52.95 – The gift of Bee’s from the Oxfam Unwrapped range and beautiful Honey Bronze Shimmering Oil from the Body Shop. Bee-keeping gives poor people the opportunity to generate an income as they can sell their honey at market. Oxfam Ireland supports bee-keeping projects in Malawi with a particular focus on helping women and those living with HIV and AIDS. The sweetest part about bee-keeping is that, unlike crops, it doesn't require much land to thrive.

A gift for busy mums who don’t have the time to take a relaxing bath, but would appreciate an indulgent selection of treats nonetheless.Contents: Tiny Hands Hand Serum, Lemony Flutter cuticle butter (trial size), Ro’s Argan Body Conditioner (45g), Sultana of Soap, Washing Up Fairy reusable solid washing up liquid. Available from all Lush stores.

xxx What will I be getting my Mum? I’m going to get the Butterfly frame from Heatons and put a pic in of the little man for her. And from me, I’ve bought her Suddenly Madame Glamour from Lidl (one smell of it the other day and we both fell in love) and trip to her favourite cafe is in order .

Bold and Beautiful Lips with Catrice

Feb20

Spring 2012 is all about Bold and Beautiful Lips,but there is no need to spend a fortune when Catrice have some fab bold shades that are bang on when it comes to this trend.

CATRICE Colour Show – Colour & Stay Lip Gloss €4.29 presents up to four hours of intensive colour, breath-taking shine and strong durability for picture perfect lips.

030 Flirty Fuschia
040 Peach Boy

Catrice Ultimate Colour Intense Colour €4.49 provides the lips with long lasting extreme colour and high shine. With its smooth and creamy texture it not alone pampers the lips but also provides a gorgeous finish with great coverage.

060. Oh Juicy!

My Red Card

Frozen Rose

Pinker-bell

More Is More

CATRICE Ultimate Shine –Lip Colour €4.49 offers high shine and intense moisture. Depending on your look, choose from the plain finish or high shine pigments for added glamour.

130 Ketch-Me-Up

170 Play The Plum

Meet Violeta

xxx There’s no doubt about it, you’d have to be one brave girl to try out this trend!If you get the courage to try it out, remember to keep the rest of your makeup natural so those lips really stand out from the crowd. xxx

Catrice Nymphilia

Feb15

Another fab collection from my makeup love Catrice is on the way,called Nymphilia. The collection will feature  warm earthy shades, nude tones and volumising lashes to bring you right into the spring season.

While the collection is limited edition,some of these lovelies will be added to the regular products on the Catrice Stand:

  • Nymphelia by CATRICE – Eye Liner Pen (060 Black Green)
  • Nymphelia by CATRICE – Smokey Eyes Set (050 Love, Peas & Harmony)
  • Nymphelia by CATRICE – Intensif’eye Wet&Dry Shadow (020 Charly’s Chocolate Factory and 040 Have You Seen Alice?)
  • Nymphelia by CATRICE – Ultimate Nail Lacquer (670 It’s Rambo No. 5, 830 Salmon & Garfunkel, 690 Fred Said Red and 710 Dulce & Havanna)

xxx I love the look of this collection, while I would love it all, I am going to limit myself to a few pieces and try avoid the temptation of the four new nail lacquers xxx

xxx The collection will be available this month until March,as always be quick because these collections always sell out fast. xxx

Essence and Catrice Haul

Jan5

My local chemists is a dangerous place to step foot in,having both Essence and Catrice Makeup Stands. Over the last few days I have been in there twice and both times have picked up something from these stands.

First Visit, I picked up Catrice  Skin Finish Compact Powder in  Tansparent and Nail Lacquer in Blue Cara Ciao and Raspberry Fields Forever.

Second Visit, I picked up Essence Eyebrow Designer in Light Brown and Eyeshadow Base.

xxx Expect reviews on this haul next week xxx

Catrice Hidden World

Jan5

A New Year and already a new collection from the fabulous makeup brand Catrice. I cannot put into words my love of Catrice,All I will say is the affordability and quality of their products is a strong appeal. Their newest collection is called Hidden World and is coming out this month. The collection features powdery rose shades and earthy browns.

So what exactly is on offer?

Hidden World by CATRICE – Made To Stay Eyeshadow Soufflé €3.99

Light and airy, the soft texture of this soufflé gently covers your eyelids. Its creamy, long-lasting texture can be applied with a brush or your fingertip. Whether you wish to create soft accents or harmonious transitions – the nearly white, light rose and warm brown nuances go for understatement in all sorts of combinations. Available in C01 Wood You Follow Me?, C02 Yes, I Wood! and C03 Rosy & Cosy.

Wood You Follow Me

Yes I Wood!

Rosy and Cosy

xxx Having never really likedcream eyeshadows, I’m intrigued to see if a souffle eyeshadow is any better. These colours look lovely so might have a test of them xxx

Hidden World by CATRICE – Liquid Metal Gloss €4.29

Elegant metal with a cool shimmmer – a must-have for seductive lips in the Hidden World style by CATRICE. Rose, berry or warm brown are this season’s favorites for shiny glosses that set optical highlights with their high-quality texture, as well as offering moisture and care for a velvety, soft finish. Available in C01 Yes, I Wood!, C02 Walk On Air and C03 Rosy & Cosy.

Yes I Wood!

Walk On Air

Rosy and Cosy

xxx Lipgloss is another thing Catrice do really well. Out of the three I will be getting Yes I Wood as I like nude pink lip colours xxx

Hidden World by CATRICE – Blush Mousse €4.29

Walking in the Hidden World! There aren’t many things that can beat the natural beauty of a fresh, radiant complexion after a winter walk. The revitalized feeling and a gentle flush to your cheeks…  now just a soft touch of the airy, light Blush Mousse is enough to give you an immediate boost of freshness and rosy cheeks for a seductive look that lasts for hours.

Blush Mousse

xxx Having never tried a blush mousse, this is one will definitely be added to my  growing Catrice collection xxx

Hidden World by CATRICE – Illuminating Base €4.49

A soft, natural look requires a flawless complexion. A professional basis is therefore absolutely essential for radiant-looking skin – and CATRICE fulfils this requirement with the Illuminating Base. What more could we possible ask for? The creamy formula ensures a pleasant application and evens out small irregularities of the skin. The ideal preparation for imaginative creations and gorgeous make-up styles.

Illuminating Base

xxx This is one I’ll definitely be road testing to see how well it really worksxxx

Hidden World by CATRICE – Ultimate Nail Laquer €2.79

The most trendy nail polish colors can be found somewhere between heaven and earth. Warm shades in apricot and brown as well as white seem to have only one goal: to turn our nails into the ultimate fashion accessory. A perfect and long-lasting finish to the Hidden World look with great coverage. Available in C01 White And Seek, C02 Walk On Air and C03 Wood You Follow Me?

White and Seek

Walk On Air

Wood You Follow Me?

xxx Already, I want all three of these, after all a girl can never have too many Catrice Nail Lacquers! xxx

Hidden World by CATRICE – Secret Mirror €3.49

What’s hiding inside this elegant leather pouch? Beauty! The Secret Mirror is a loyal companion for a quick fresh-up when you’re on the go. A highlight that perfectly complements the Hidden World by CATRICE.

 xxx What goodies from this collection do you love the look of? xxx

My 2011 Favourites

Dec31

I’ve had many favourite products this year. Here are just a few:

Skincare

Cleanser: Vichy 3 in 1 Cleanser, been using this for many years and although I have tried many cleansers, I always return to my first love. Creamy but easy to remove. The Perfect Combination! Its also really handy as I don’t need to use a toner. A definite plus when  I am rushed off my feet with little man

Mask: Vichy Rehydrating Thermal Mask, apply a thin layer on your face and leave for 10 mins, then wipe off any excess. This is a great little lifesaver for me when my skin becomes really dry and needs some pampering.

Exfoliator: I use Boots Vitamin E Gentle Exfoliating Facial Wash which has really fine beads but does a great job removing dry flaky skin.


Day Cream: Pai Chamomile & Rosehip Organic Moisturiser. A recent discovery but one I already love. The moisturiser smells like Chamomile tea (very relaxing!)  and sinks into your skin. I definitely feel it working on my dry skin (thank you cold weather)

xxx  For more on Pai click here xxx

Night Cream: Boots Vitamin E Night Cream


Eye Cream: I currently am sans eye cream as I ran out of Vichy Aqualia Thermal Eye Roll On. Lovely little product that is very cooling.

Makeup

Foundation: When I’m at home or out and about shopping I use NYC  Skin Matching Foundation in Fair. Gives lovely natural and flawless coverage.This doesn’t dry out my skin and lasts really well.

For nights out and special occassions I use Lancome Teinte Idole.Last for ages and gives full coverage. The newest version is  Ultra 24 hour which I got try out last month

Concealer: I am currently loving E.L.F Under Eye Concealer & Highlighter in Light, works really well against stubborn dark circles.

Powder: Rimmel Pressed Powder Compact in 001 Transparent

Time for a new one...

Blusher: E.L.F Blush in Tickled Pink

Eyeshadow: I tend to go very natural on the eyes during the day so NYC’s Colour Wheel Mosaic Eye Powder in Brown Eyed Girl is perfect

For night time I usually go for smokey eyes using BYS Metallics 8 piece eyeshadow palette in Darks. ( This is my 2nd one this year) For something that cost very little, the pigment is very strong and long lasting. I don’t really use the green or blue but the others get a regular outing.

Eyeliner: For me the ultimate daytime eyeliner is Essence Long Lasting Pencil, no need for sharpening and gives a lovely finish

For nightime, I use this liquid eyeliner that I bought in Penneys for €1.50

Mascara: Although I have eyelash extensions at the moment, I usually use Essence No Limits Power Boost Mascara in Black. It instantly volumises my lashes and adds a nice curl thanks to the massive brush.


Lippie: I’m more of a lipgloss girl than liptisck girl and NYC Liquid Lipshine in either Nude York City or Prospect Pink take up resident in my handbag.

Nails

Base Coat:

Nail Polish:Ah! So much choice! Nail Polish has become my newest beauty love! My favoutites have to be these three

In the Bronx Catrice Nail Lacquer

Sweey Kisses 17 Lasting Fix Nail Polish

Times Square In A New York Colour Minute Nail Polish

Top Coat: Catrice Quick Dry and High Shine Topcoat

For a little drying help: Another recent discovery but one that has a new home in my nail polish collection is Essence Nail Art Express Dry Drops. I was unsure about whether to get this but thanks to What Larry Loves I bought it and really like it. Just 2 drops on each nail and 60 seconds later, your nail polish is dry! I do find however with glitter it takes slightly longer to dry.

Body

Exfoliator: Soap and Glory Flake Away takes up permanent residence in my bathroom.

Check out My review of Flake Away here

Body Lotion: La Roche Posay Lipikar Lait. Something I have been using for years, I feel it instantly hydrates my skin and dries quickly.

xxx What have been your favourite products this year? xxx