Few Days Away | Make Up.

On Sunday I'm going away for a few days so while sorting out what I'm bringing away with me I thought I would make a few posts - Make up | Skin Care | Shampoo etc etc. I'll only be away for 4 nights and I'm not planning on going clubbing or anything like that, its just going to be a nice relaxing spa break so maybe I wont even bother with makeup but I thought it'd be best to bring some with me so as not to scare the other guests over breakfast. I'm very thoughful like that :]

Viva Glam Nicki | Creme Cup | Speak Louder

The sun is shinin' and my lips are getting brighter. I did plan on only taking one lippy but am I the only one who feels a bit braver around people you dont know? This will be my chance to wear VGN all her glory. Creme Cup is my safe everyday option and Speak Louder is just gorgeous. I never see much on the blogosphere about Speak Louder and I really dont know why, I think its perfect.

MAC MSF Soft & Gentle | Estee Lauder DayWear B.B Creme | Liz Earle Sheer Skin Tint | MAC 187 | bareMinerals Blush

I never go anywhere without Soft & Gentle now, its like my life support machine. Dramatic? Yes, but true. EL B.B Creme - just a tiny sample size but enough for a few days. I might even buy the full size tube while I'm away, its brilliant! Decanted some Sheer Skin Tint to a wee pot to save some room. Brush - to apply my war paint and bareMinerals blush in tickled for a teeny bit of colour.

Benefit Browzings | bareMinerals Curl & Definition Mascara | YSL Touche Eclat | Shavata Brow Tamer* | Urban Decay Primer Potion | Naked Palette | Lash Curlers

Even if you're only wearing tinted moisturiser and mascara, Browzings makes a huge difference and just finishes off the look. I tend to back away from the powder in fear of ending up looking like the sister of Ernie and Bert but the wax does a great job on its own. I havent really had much of a chance to try the bareMinerals mascara out yet but it'll be put to the test this week. Touche Eclat - my best friend first thing in the morning. Shavata Brow Tamer* to hold my brows in place all day. UD Primer Potion, because I cant remember the last time I wore eyeshadow without it. Dont think I even need to say which shade from the Naked Palette will be over used ;] and just a cheapy pair of curlers untill I pluck up the courage to spend over a tenner on essentially a piece of metal.

Oh, and I forgot to mention Bourjois Healthy Mix Concealer. Dont know where it disappeared to in the pics. So thats everything on the makeup front. Not sure if I'll have time to do my other posts before I go but if not I'll just do them when I get home but I'll leave you with this scary thought.. If you were going away for a week and could only take one lippy,what would it be?

*PR samples

Review : Liz Earle Sheer Skin Tint SPF15.

This isnt going to be a long winded review, theres already been so many reviews on this product and from what I've read - you will either love it or hate it.

Liz Earle Sheer Skin Tint SPF15, 40ml - £21

I've been a huuuuge Liz Earle fan for a good few years now so when I first heard about Sheer Skin Tint I rushed straight to my laptop to check out the reviews, most turned out to be less than positive so I put my bank card back in my purse. A few weeks later I received a pack containing 3 samples - Bare, Beige & Beach, decided to put it to the test and I'm so glad I did, I loved it! I used Beige which lasted for a few days then I mixed Bare and Beach together in a wee pot, I wanted to make sure I really liked it before I went ahead and ordered a tube.

Sheer Skin Tint isnt a tinted moisturiser, you still need to wear moisturiser underneath. The texture is quite thick but I dont find that it feels thick once blended in, it can feel slightly tacky but a tiny bit of powder does the trick. The coverage is light but still manages to even skin-tone. The finish is natural and dewy and even though I have an oily T-Zone it never makes me look as if I've slept face down in a plate of chips (take note Garnier BB Cream)

Swatched

Blended

Blended

You can clearly see a more even skin-tone and less visible redness.

I really think Sheer Skin Tint is one of those products that you need to try for yourself, dont be put off by bad reviews, try to get your hands on some samples. If you like full coverage, suffer from bad blemishes etc then this isnt for you but those who love a natural finish - I urge you to try it.

Sheer Skin Tint almost ticks all my boxes but theres 2 things that annoy me..

*The Smell: I cant even describe the scent but thankfully it doesnt last on the skin.

*Parabens: It contains proplyparaben, ethylparaben and methylparaben. I HATE parabens and avoid them like the plague, if I'd known the ingredients from the start then I never would of purchased it.

If you've tried Liz Earle Sheer Skin Tint before - was it love or hate?