Tips on how to make your makeup last longer!

Hi guys!
I've been asked by a lot of people recently to do a blog post about how to get makeup to last longer, especially for nights out on the town or during the work day or long haul flights, any situation where you don't necessarily  have the opportunity to touch up your makeup too often, so here are my top tips for getting your makeup to stay absolutely flawless for longer!

*Setting your foundation with a finishing powder*

• The best way to get your foundation to last longer is to set it with a finishing powder straight after applying your foundation.
• Obviously the more powder you apply, the more matte your skin is going to look, and too much powder will make your skin look cake-y. So if you prefer a dewy, more natural finish then just use a little bit of powder, mainly on your forehead, down your nose and across your chin.
• MAC Mineralize Skinfinish in Light/Medium (great colour if you use MAC NW20 foundation) is my favourite setting powder, because it adds a bit of coverage at the same time as setting your foundation. 
• However if you want a cheaper option, Revlon has a great finishing powder in their Photoready range, and they have coloured ones or a translucent option, which will mattify and set your foundation without giving the extra coverage that the coloured powders will.
• NOTE: apply powder after concealer, not before!

*Using a foundation primer*

• Not only does using a primer before applying your foundation provide a smooth even base and help hide lines/pores, it also helps foundation last longer!
• My favourite foundation primer is the Elizabeth Arden Good Morning Skin Serum, however I have heard from some clients that they find this primer too hydrating if they have dry skin, and Laura Mercier does a great primer in an oil-free formula, so if you have dry skin then that might be a better option for you.

*Eyeliner on your waterline*

• This trick I only discovered just last year, but it works wonders. I hear so many people complain about how their eyeliner runs and wonder if using a more expensive product will help, however my favourite eyeliner is just a cheap black one from Australis, because it is very well pigmented which you don't get with a lot of drugstore brands, and even with some more expensive brands as well.
• The trick to getting your eyeliner to not run is similar to what we do with foundation - set it with a powder. Obviously in this case we want to use a black eyeshadow, so MAC Carbon is a good one to use, or just any matte black eyeshadow.
• If you use a soft, natural angled brush it is easy to do, however you have to be careful not to get the powder in your eye, because it can be annoying. Pulling down your waterline (just like you might when applying eyeliner) should help with this.

*Stopping eyeshadow from wearing off or creasing*

• The best way to stop your eyeshadow from wearing off or creasing is to use a good primer. I love Urban Decay Primer Potion and Elizabeth Arden Eye Fix, they both have a bit of tint to them so give a bit of coverage at the same time (great if you have veins on your eyelids). You can use MAC Paint Pot in Bare Study as a primer, and its great to make your eye colour pop, because it has a little bit of sparkle in it, and I think it's a gorgeous colour even just on its own.
• Using a primer before applying your eyeshadow will make it much easier to blend colours on your lid, and will make your eyeshadow last so much longer. 

*Stop lipstick from feathering/bleeding*

• Using a primer under your lipstick is a great way to get it to last longer, Elizabeth Arden Lip-Fix is great for this, just give it time to set after applying, or else your lipstick won't be able to stick.
• Using a lip pencil that is the same colour as the lipstick you are applying, line your lips and also fill them in completely, then just apply your lipstick lightly over top. This way when your lipstick comes off if you are eating/drinking, you will have the colour underneath so you are saved if there is a surprise photo taken!
• Using a lip stain instead of a lip stick is a great way to get long lasting colour, however stains can tend to bleed more than lipsticks/glosses so if you have dry or mature skin I would stay away from this option.

Hope these tips help :)

Elle xx

My Current Skincare Routine

My skin is changing all the time, so I often have to change the products that I am using to go along with it. Currently my skin is rather dry because of the change of season into winter, but because of stress from exams along with other dramas, I have been suffering from a few breakouts!
So this is the skincare routine that I am using at the moment, if you guys have any questions regarding skincare products and what type of skin you have/what products you should be using I would be happy to help :)

Exfoliator:
At the moment I use the St Ives Apricot Scrub for Sensitive Skin as a daily exfoliator, because it is really gentle on my skin and although I don't have sensitive skin myself, I prefer to use more gentle products because I don't want to ruin my skin for when I'm older.

Cleanser:
I use the Avene Soapless Gel Cleanser every morning and night. This is a really great cleanser because it thoroughly cleans the skin without irritating it, and it lasts for sooooo long so it doesn't matter that you might pay a little bit more than what you would for a cheap, crappy cleanser from the supermarket. (You can also get it really cheap from StrawberryNET, one of my favourite online shopping sites, right here: http://nz.strawberrynet.com/skincare/avene/cleanance-soapless-gel-cleanser/124000/#DETAIL ). It is really good for acne prone skin, but even when my skin is drier than normal I still like to use it because it doesn't dry it out.

Toner:
When my skin is having a breakout, I like to use NIVEA Visage Daily Essentials toner, however if my skin is relatively normal or I just don't want to use as much product on it, I use my Avene Thermal Spring Water spray as a toner, because it just calms my skin and is really refreshing, this is definitely on my list of products I couldn't live without!

Moisturiser:
For everyday use after cleansing, I use Neutrogena Oil-Free Moisture for Sensitive Skin. It is a really light moisturiser and is although I wouldn't recommend it for sensitive skin, I like it because most moisturisers make my face red straight after moisturising, but this one doesn't. If my skin is drier than normal or I am having a break out or any kind of irritation, I use my Avene Skin Recovery Cream. This product is really fantastic, and the great part about it is that you can use it as an every day moisturiser, or you can just use it temporarily while you're having a breakout and then go back to using a cheaper moisturiser when your skin settles down, which makes people feel better about paying so much for such a small tube, and you only need the tiniest amount per use.

Elle xx

My FFF (Five Favourite Foundations)

1. MAC Select SPF 15 in NW20.
This is currently my favourite foundation to use for both day and night because it has really good coverage, a satin finish, and doesn't feel too heavy on my skin. Perfect for summer as well because it has SPF15, and although this is a relatively high SPF for a foundation, it doesn't have any flashback in photos. It is also the only foundation I will use from MAC, because although I have a slight obsession with MAC products, I do not rate their skincare range or their foundations, because in my opinion their skincare range is overpriced and not necessarily more effective than other brands, and their foundations are more designed for photo-shoots and therefore they can look quite "cakey" in real life, except for the Select SPF 15 foundation.

2. Revlon New Complexion (the new one, not the old one) in Sand Beige.
I was really pleasantly surprised with this foundation, to be honest I didn't have very high expectations because I didn't really like the old New Complexion foundation because it was too sheer and provided barely any coverage at all, and they didn't have a very wide range of colours. But this new formula is very different from the old one, it has a matte finish (which I prefer to dewy because I hate having a shiny face, especially in photos) and a light to medium coverage. Because it is made for oily to combination skin and my skin is normal, it can tend to make my skin dry out sometimes if I use it too often, so I tend to switch between foundations often to counteract this. It also has SPF 10, and is good for summer because it feels light on your skin. One downside to this foundation is that it doesn't have great staying power, it can tend to wear off throughout the day or night so I wouldn't wear it if I was going out to a special event and wanted my skin to look perfect all night. Instead I would use......

3. Elizabeth Arden Sponge-On in Beige.
This foundation is perfect for balls/proms/weddings. It has a satin finish so it looks really natural in photos, has buildable coverage and suits almost every skin type. It is quite a heavy foundation, especially if you are building it up to a full coverage, so I wouldn't recommend this foundation for a casual day out shopping or at the beach, it is better suited to an event where there will be lots of photos taken as it lasts really well and doesn't have any flashback in photos. It also comes in a convenient compact case so you can touch up throughout the night if you need to. Also note that although the name is "Sponge-On" I prefer to use a brush rather than a sponge with this foundation, because I think it gives a better finish and looks much nicer.

4. Elizabeth Arden Intervene in Soft Sunbeige.
This foundation is very similar to my MAC Select SPF foundation, however this colour is a bit more yellowy-toned than the NW20, so it is better suited if I have some fake tan on because it tends to make my skin look more yellowy-undertoned. This is a really nice foundation though, for both day and night, and has a really nice finish and light to medium coverage, perfect if you already have relatively nice skin and also it's great for summer because it has SPF 15. Elizabeth Arden states that although it has SPF 15, it won't have flashback in photos, but I have found that when people have used this for night time occasions such as school balls, it has had some flashback, so for an occasion such as this I would prefer to use the Sponge-On Foundation instead.

5. Elizabeth Arden Ceramide Ultra Lift and Firm in Beige.
This foundation is really good for more mature skin, because it has great coverage and can look a bit heavy on younger skin. It also has an SPF 15 so it's great for summer, and it's really easy to blend into the skin. It's also more suited for more mature skin because it has plumping/lifting agents, so it helps to make your skin appear more flawless, and it has anti-aging ingredients. It is better suited if you have drier skin, because it is quite moisturising and can tend to be quite heavy on oily skin. Not to say that younger people can't wear this foundation because I do sometimes wear it myself, but that I hate seeing young girls with caked on foundation, and a foundation like this could have that effect on younger skin that should just be left as it is, makeup free!

Hope this helped you guys, remember this is just my personal opinion and if any of you use any of these foundations and have a different opinion, I would be glad to hear it :)
And if you have any questions regarding what foundation to use I would be happy to answer them.

Elle xx

NAKED & NAKED 2 Palette Review/Comparison

Hi guys, I know I promised this awhile ago but I've been super busy, but anyway here it is, my review of both the NAKED and NAKED 2 Palettes by Urban Decay :)

Colours:
In order, the colours in the original NAKED palette are:
Virgin, Sin, Naked, Sidecar, Buck, Half Baked, Smog, Darkhorse, Toasted, Hustle, Creep, Gunmetal

Virgin: Satin finish (slightly shimmery without being considered a frost or matte) a very light beige colour, would be good for a shimmery brow highlight or in the tear duct area.
Sin: A frosted light champagne pink colour.
Naked: A matte, soft light brown, would be good as a base eyeshadow colour.
Sidecar: A warm, shimmery bronze colour with flecks of silver.
Buck: A matte, medium brown, would be a good contour and crease colour.
Half Baked: A shimmery yellowish gold.
Smog: A beautiful shimmery bronze.
Darkhorse: A dark shimmery brown with a bronze shimmer.
Toasted: A pinky coppery colour and has quite a frosted finish. Personally I'm not a huge fan of this colour because I don't really like using pinky eyeshadows because I don't think they are very flattering on many people, so I probably won't end up using this colour as much as the others in the palette.
Hustle: A dark bronze shimmery colour.
Creep: A shimmery blackish grey with gold and silver flecks.
Gunmetal: A shimmery blue-grey with silver flecks.

In the NAKED 2 palette:
Foxy, Half Baked, Bootycall, Chopper, Tease, Snakebite, Suspect, Pistol, Verve, YDK, Busted, Blackout

Foxy: A light nude shade. Perfect for highlighting the brow bone because it is matte, so it gives a beautiful finish.
Half Baked: Included in the original palette also, but it is a very usable golden colour.
Bootycall: This light, shimmer, pinky champagne colour is perfect for the inner corners of the eyes to brighten the eye area.
Chopper: Shimmery copper shadow with flecks of silver glitter, stunning colour but does result in a lot of fall out which is very annoying.
Tease: A matte, medium brown with a reddish tinge, perfect for green eyes, and as a contour or crease colour.
Snakebite: Shimmery golden brown shade.
Suspect: A light shimmery taupe colour, very pretty with cool undertones.
Pistol: A silvery brown colour, also with cool undertones. Definitely one of my favourites, looks good on its own as well as blended with others.
Verve: A frosted silvery pinky. In my opinion it is too glittery as a brow bone highlight, but its also almost too light to wear as an all over eye colour, so probably one of the least useful colours in the palette.
YDK: A shimmery coppery bronze colour, with gold flecks in it.
Busted: Dark shimmery plummy brown, great for green eyes.
Blackout: A highly pigmented, matte black colour. The perfect addition to every palette, can be used in the outer corners of the eye in a smokey eye or applied wet or dry as a liner.


Brushes:
The NAKED palette comes with a synthetic, flat eyeshadow brush and the NAKED 2 palette comes with a double ended synthetic brush, one end being a flat eyeshadow brush and the other a blending brush.
To be honest I'm not a huge fan of any of the 2 brushes, mainly because I prefer to use natural brushes as opposed to synthetic ones, because natural brushes are more dense so they pick up more shadow, providing a superior pigmentation, as opposed to a soft wash of colour, which is all these flat brushes seem to do. The blending brush is relatively useless, I much prefer the MAC 217 Blending brush (natural bristles) for the same reason, in my opinion synthetic bristles are not made for applying or blending powder products, they are better suited for cream or liquid products, such as liquid/gel eyeliner, cream eyeshadows, concealer and foundation. So I won't be using any of the NAKED brushes for any of my powder eyeshadows, but I might find a use for them as concealer brushes or for using with my paint pots, otherwise it seems a waste.

Packaging:
Before I owned both the actual palettes myself and I had only seen pictures and read reviews online, I honestly thought I would prefer the packaging that the NAKED 2 palette came in, it being a tin case seemed more sturdy than the 'flimsy' case of the original palette. However I was unfortunately wrong. The lid and the base don't quite match up with each other right and it can be difficult to open and close. Comparing the two palettes, I much prefer the simple case that the original NAKED palette comes in, it actually feels more secure than the tin in terms of being dropped, and although the tin packaging seems more ideal for travelling as opposed to the magnetic closure of the original palette, overall I prefer the original packaging. Not to say that I absolutely hate the NAKED 2 palette's packaging, I just think that there is definitely room for improvement.

Extra treats:
The NAKED palette comes with a small (3.7ml) bottle of Urban Decay Primer Potion, a product which I have lusted after for far too long. I absolutely love this primer, it has incredible staying power and provides a great base for shadows to stick to, increasing pigmentation and longevity. It is useful in the way that it is colourless, so it suits all skin tones and can be used for any look, however if you have visible veins on your eyelids a skin coloured primer with some coverage or a coloured primer such as the MAC Paint Pots are more ideal, and I sometimes prefer coloured primers as a base if I am doing a highly pigmented look that needs the extra colour.
The NAKED 2 palette comes with a lipgloss which I was unsure about to begin with because I don't tend to wear lipgloss as much now than when I was younger, however I was pleasantly surprised with this one. It is a great neutral colour, so it can be worn by itself or over almost any light coloured lipstick to give a glossy finish. It isn't too sticky which can be an annoying side to a lot of lipglosses, and it is one of those plumping and cooling glosses so it feels really tingly on your lips, which people either love or hate (I personally think it's quite fun). I don't know how well it plumps my lips, but the slight tingling does kind of force me to pout, so I guess it's making my lips more prominent?
Out of the two extras, I can't really decide which I prefer, I think if you have plenty of eyeshadow primers and bases already (like I do) then I would prefer the lipgloss, however if you don't own an eyeshadow primer, it is a very good idea to have one in your makeup kit, they really do make a phenomenal difference to your makeup, making your eyeshadow blend better, more pigmented, and last a ridiculous amount longer (perfect for those nights out on the town!)

Overall, I'm not sure which of the two palettes I prefer, I have my favourite colours and least favourite colours in each, but I generally prefer cooler eyeshadow colours as opposed to warm ones, but that's purely because of my own skin tone and what suits me, so because the NAKED 2 palette has generally cooler shades, I guess that palette would be my choice, however I would definitely buy both of these palettes again, I am very impressed with the colour pay off and longevity, the palettes really are fantastic.

I hope this review helped you, and I will try to make a few tutorials in the next few weeks using each of the palettes, so you can try them out for yourself if you bought the palettes. I bought both of the palettes from http://www.beautybay.com/ for about $140 NZD for both, and it has free worldwide shipping which is an extra bonus!

Elle xx

Waaah my camera is broken :(

My camera decided to have a wee tantrum yesterday and I sent it away to be repaired but apparently its going to take about 3 weeks to get fixed! So unfortunately that means my posts for the next three weeks will be photo-less, however I will update them with photos as soon as I get my camera back!

Elle xx

Tips for making your eyes look bigger! (the non-surgical way)

I always get asked for tips for people with smaller eyes who want their eyes to not only stand out but appear bigger as well, and there are a couple tricks that I know of to get this effect, which I will gladly share with you :)

So first off, the best trick to make your eyes look bigger is to line the OUTSIDE of your upper lashline, not your water line (the inside of your lower lashline). This is done most effectively by using a gel liner, MAC Fluidline in Blacktrack is great or you can go for a dark brown if you prefer something a little less intense, also Bobbi Brown do a great gel liner in Black Ink. You can use a liquid liner, but I personally find these a lot harder to use, especially if you don't have a steady hand or you are new to the makeup scene. The best brush to use for achieving this look is a thin liner brush or an angled brush, but try to keep them as thin as possible because if they are too thick it can be hard to get a thinner line if you're after a more natural look or if you are doing a specific makeup look.
You can also use a dark or black eyeshadow to line your upper lashline if you are going for a softer look, or if you are having trouble getting a smooth line with either the gel liner or a liquid liner.
When applying a dark colour to the upper lash line, whether it be gel, liquid or powder, I recommend applying it in small strokes along the lash line, and then fixing up the line to make it smooth, as opposed to trying to do the whole lot in one line.

Another tip for eyeliner is instead of using a black liner on your waterline (which make your eyes look more intense, however it can make them look smaller too), is using a flesh-coloured liner or a white liner on your waterline. This gives the illusion that your eye is bigger than it actually is, and actually makes your makeup look cleaner as well.

Big, thick lashes are another key to achieving bigger looking eyes. False lashes, not ones that are intensely thick and super long but ones that are more sparse and natural looking, as well as individual lashes, can make your eyes appear bigger than they really are. I recommend DUO lash adhesive (sold at MAC counters, or you can buy it on Trademe), it really is the best eyelash glue and don't be fooled into using the ones that come with lashes that you buy, they are useless and your lashes might start coming off halfway through the night and no one wants that!
The main trick with false lashes is not only what glue you use, but how long you give it to set before applying the falsies to your own. You want to apply the glue along the band of the lashes (not too much glue, or it will go everywhere and mess up your eye makeup) and then wave the lashes around until the glue becomes tacky, then you should apply middle of the lashes to the middle of your own eye, then fix the outer end with the same tweezers (be careful as you don't want to stab yourself in the eye) and then finally fix the inner edge, trying to secure the lashes as close as possible to your own natural lashline. You shouldn't stress too much about getting it done quickly before the glue dries, because you do have time and you don't want to mess it up!
Also, you want to apply mascara BEFORE putting the false lashes on, so that you can reuse them.

Applying a black liner to your upper waterline (you may have to lift your eyelid to do this) can also give the appearance that you have thicker lashes, so can help in making your eyes appear bigger as well.

Applying a tiny bit of a bright shiny eyeshadow (light, frost coloured pigments are great for this) to your tear duct area is very flattering to all eye shapes (except if you have eyes that are set far apart) and it really helps to make the eyes 'pop', and give your makeup the desired effect.

The last tip I have for making eyes appear bigger is to make sure that you have no 'fall out' blow your eyes. A fan brush can help to get rid of eyeshadow fallout, but you must use a light hand so that the shadow doesn't stick to your skin in which case you have to redo your foundation in that area, which can be a pain. Popping some concealer (slightly lighter than your skintone) under your eye will also help to brighten the area, giving you a fresh and brighter finished look.

I hope these tips helped you guys, let me know what you think or if you have any more questions for me :)

Elle xx

Easy Neutral Everyday Look!

So today's look is a neutral one that you can wear every day no matter what the occasion, whether it be work/university/a coffee date with a friend, even a date with that special someone!

I wear this look myself most days just because it's really easy to do, doesn't take too long and it suits most skin tones, especially mine.

I will break the look down into step-by-step so you can have a go at it yourself, and let me know how you like it :)

1. Prime your face.
(You don't have to include this step but I find that it not only smooths out your skin for an even foundation application but it also makes your foundation last a lot longer without wearing off during the day or night.)
For this look I used Elizabeth Arden Good Morning Skin Serum and applied it all over my face with an Elizabeth Arden foundation brush. One pump will do the job.

2. Foundation.
I used MAC Select SPF 15 in NW20 and applied it with a Jemma Kidd Pro Pointed Cream Blush/Foundation  #10 Brush.

3. Concealer.
Cover any blemishes or redness you might have and also around the nostril area and under the eyes, not necessarily because you have dark under-eyes but it also brightens the area, making you look more fresh and flawless.
I used MAC Select Cache Cover-up in NW20 and applied it with a MAC #224 brush, blending in a circular motion to give a natural finish yet flawless coverage. (A cheaper option for the brush is the Sigma E40 Tapered Blending Brush, in my opinion it is just as effective however the Sigma brush tends to shed a lot more bristles, even after washing multiple times, so I prefer to use my MAC 224 brush, especially if I'm in a hurry.)

4. Powder.
Applied all over the entire face, this step is to set the foundation, making it last even longer. You can use a small amount of powder just to set the foundation, or if you prefer a matte finish to your skin like I do, you can apply more powder.
I used MAC Mineralize Skin Finish in Light/Medium (Choose the closest matching colour to your foundation/skin tone) and applied it with a MAC #168 Angled contour face brush. I used this brush for steps 4-7.

5. Contouring/Bronzer
To contour, sweep slightly darker powder or bronzer underneath your cheekbones, blending upwards towards the temples and surrounding the frame of your face, down the sides of your nose (not too much or it will look dirty).
I used MAC Mineralize Skin Finish in Medium/Dark. (Choose a colour darker than your own, but not too dark and preferably still relatively natural looking, as this is an every day look).

6. Blush.
Apply to the apples of your cheeks, smile so they pop out and sweep the colour in a circular motion, blending upwards and outwards towards the cheekbones. Don't go further inwards that the inner corner of your eyes, and don't go further downwards than the apples of your cheeks or it won't have the same bright, fresh effect.
I used Elizabeth Arden Blush in Sunblush, this is a really pretty peachy bronzey colour with a slight shimmer to it, and it suits most lighter skin tones.

7. Highlight.
Sweep a small amount of highlight across the tops of your cheekbones, blending into the brow bone.
I used MAC Mineralize Skin Finish in Soft & Gentle, which isn't too intense, so makes this a subtle day time look. If you want to convert this to a night time look, you can use something with a bit more shimmer if you like.

8. Brows.
You can skip this step if you were blessed with the gift of perfect eyebrows, however I wasn't, so I always fill in my brows. Fill in any gaps in your brows with a powder or pencil, (I prefer a powder because it has a softer, more natural look to it, some pencils applied to heavily can make you look a bit like a drag queen!) and stick to the natural shape and colour of your brows, so you don't look excessively made up, just naturally flawless.
I used Elizabeth Arden Dual Perfection Brow Shaper and Eyeliner in Sable, and applied it with an Elizabeth Arden Angled Brush, definitely my favourite brush for brows as it is too thick for eyeliner, and gives a really nice finish to all brows.

9. Eyes.
(i) Apply MAC Paint Pot in Bare Study blending all over the lid using your ring finger.
(ii) Using a MAC #217 Blending Brush (a.k.a. the best brush ever! IMO), apply MAC Patina Eyeshadow all over the lid, blending into the crease. Patina is a beautifully soft, muted gold colour and is perfect for this look.
(iii) Using the same brush, apply a small amount of MAC Satin Taupe Eyeshadow in the outer corners of the eyes, blending into the sockets. Be sure not to go too far beyond the outer corners of the eye, as this is not a winged out look, it is more of a rounded eye look. Blend this colour in with the Patina. Blend blend blend!!!
iv) Using a Jemma Kidd Pro Brush #01 Liner, apply MAC Fluidline in Blacktrack along the upper lashline in small strokes, smoothing the line out as you go. This look has a relatively thick line in the middle of the lashline, and it thins out towards the outer edge and has a slight flick. You really can do your liner however you want, this is just how it suits my particular eye shape for a more natural look.
(v) Curl your lashes and apply 2 coats MAC Plushlash Mascara in Plushblack, be careful as this has a HUGE wand, and can get very messy! If you want a less dramatic look, you can use Elizabeth Arden Ceramide or Double Density mascaras, both are fantastic although I prefer the Double Density.

10. Lips.
Because this is an every day look, I wanted something neutral for the lips. So I used my Urban Decay Cooling & Plumping Lipgloss in the colour Naked, which came with my NAKED 2 Palette.

As I mentioned above, this is a very straightforward, simple every day look but looks absolutely gorgeous on most skin tones, and if you wanted you could very easily switch it to a night time look by adding a darker colour in the outer corners of the eyes (such as Carbon eyeshadow by MAC, or any dark eyeshadow as long as you blend it out) and adding thicker eyeliner and more mascara. Easy!

I hope you guys enjoyed this and let me know what you think, try it out for yourselves and don't be afraid to ask me any questions or show me photos of your own looks!

Here's the finished look:

Elle xx

NAKED 2 Palette!

Eek my NAKED 2 palette is arriving next week! So I'll be sure to do a full review of both the NAKED and NAKED 2 palettes for you guys, including some video tutorials using both palettes coming up in the next couple of weeks hopefully, showing you different neutral looks for both day time and night time.

As much as I love bright colours and making my eyes stand out, I love love LOVE neutral eye looks, and my everyday look is an entirely neutral look, with gold and bronze colours, which I will make a tutorial for so you guys can see for yourselves :)

Will post again when it arrives, have a great weekend and stay tuned!!

Elle xx

First post, exciting!!

Hey everyone,

So this is my first ever blog post, I'm new at this so bear with me please :)

Tomorrow I am going to make a list of makeup tutorials that I want to make videos for, and your requests are most definitely welcome as I will probably run out of ideas eventually and its always nice to try new looks!

I will also post more details on this blog about the videos that I upload to YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/user/msmakeup93) including products and brushes etc that I use in tutorials, ratings of products and other such things, including pictures!

I hope you guys enjoy, and don't be afraid to leave feedback, it would be great to hear your thoughts and opinions :)

Elle xx