Essence Cosmetics Perfect Shine Lipstick

I am really enjoying getting to know some of the newer Essence Makeup products which launched over the last few months, more so because my local Wilko often resembles a jumble sale with no products for me to even swatch before making a purchase.  The Crystal Power Collection, which I featured a few weeks ago, is one I have really enjoyed using.

Today I am sharing the Essence Perfect Shine Lipstick (£2.99), which is available in six shades - Perfect Moment, Perfect Day, Perfect Romance, Perfect Look, Perfect Plan and Perfect Match.  I have shade 05 which is Perfect Plan and it can best be described as a warm Dusky Rose shade, the shade I would usually opt for when choosing a new lipstick.

Perfect Plan comes packaged inside a rose gold metallic tube, the lipstick itself has a flat, slightly slanted tip and this helps to ensure full coverage.  The lipstick has a really creamy-soft texture and it has a super shiny finish. As you apply to the lips, it feels much more balm-like than it does a lipstick and it is packed full of ingredients which include both Vitamin E and Shea Butter which nourish and moisturise. 

I wasn't expecting to get much wear time from this lipstick, but I was surprised to find I got a good 3-4 hours before I needed to re-apply, which for a £2.99 lipstick, I personally find impressive. Available from Wilkinsons, Essence Cosmetics and Walmart.

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My Clarins x ASOS Exclusive Skincare Kit

ASOS have some really good collaborations with brands when it comes to beauty boxes and the current offering comes from My Clarins.  This exclusive collaboration was priced at just £19 and is an absolute bargain.

My Clarins, which features fruit and plant-based ingredients in all their natural and nourishing glory is described as being the new gen-line for Clarins. This edit features five travel-size products which include:

• Clarins 01 Natural Lip Perfector: 5ml - This lip balm lip balm can be worn alone for a sheer, subtle tint, or over your favourite lip shade
• My Clarins RE-FRESH Hydrating Beauty Mist: 1.5ml - - This mist mist helps refresh dry, tired skin
• My Clarins RE-MOVE Purifying Cleansing Gel: 30ml - This foaming gel cleanser helps remove traces of makeup, while purifying and protecting skin
• My Clarins RE-BOOST Refreshing Hydrating Cream: 15ml - Described as being a lightweight, fast-absorbing moisturiser contains nourishing coconut water and detoxifying Alpenrose extract
• My Clarins RE-CHARGE Relaxing Sleep Mask: 15ml - This is a plant-based face mask contains acerola seed, fig and huang qi extracts to detoxify and hydrate skin

As well as all of these products, you also get the branded pink pouch which has the phrase "Well Done Nature" written on it.

This My Clarins x ASOS skincare kit has now sold out but it is always worth keeping an eye out for more.

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Feelunque Iconic Makeup Beauty Bag - GWP

Who doesn't love a good old Gift With Purchase (GWP) offering? Right now on Feelunique, if you spend £100 or more across the site, then this Beauty Bag could be yours and it is worth over £100!

Inside you will find a whole host of products including everything from skincare, self-tanning and makeup and all from a range of brands.

Contents

• St Tropez Self Tan Purity Face Mist (80ml) - Infused with 100% natural tanning agents, this ultra-lightweight and vegan-friendly clear mist does not need to be rinsed off.
• Clarins Instant Smooth Perfecting Touch (15ml) - A magical melting, invisible texture which perfectly smooths the skin by leaving an imperceptible veil over its surface. 
• Anastasia Beverley Hills Brow Whiz Eyebrow Pencil - With 10 colours available, this is an award-winning ultra-slim, retractable pencil that creates precise, hair-like strokes.
• Lancôme Hypnôse Custom-Wear Mascara - The SoftSculpt ™ formula is enriched in ProVitamin B5 and leaves lashes feeling soft and supple.
• Perricone MD No Makeup Foundation Broad Spectrum SPF20 - a sheer coverage foundation that creates a more uniform complexion without masking the skin, it also offers luminous and dewy finish. 
• Barry M Glitter Bomb Glitter Eyeshadow - a 3D dazzling party for your eyes! Overflowing with lustrous, iridescent sparkle and shimmer using pearl and glitter flecks, each shade comes in a highly pigmented, light-weight cream formula that makes applying and blending a dream
• Smashbox Cosmetics Photo Finish Primerizer - delivers 24-hour hydration plus powerful primer benefits in the lightest possible texture.
• Givenchy Le Rouge Lipstick - a soft & lightweight texture that glides effortlessly on the lips, delivering an intense colour from the very first stroke.
• Essence Lash Princess False Lash Effect Mascara Waterproof - One of the best mascaras I have ever used from a high street brand. It has a special conic shape of the fiber brush adds length and dramatic volume for an amazing false lash effect
• Urban Decay All Nighter Setting Spray - This All Nighter Setting Spray keeps makeup looking gorgeously just-applied for up to 16 hours—without melting, fading or settling into fine lines.

As well as all of these products, you also get the faux leather pink pouch to keep them all in!

This Iconic Makeup Beauty Bag from Feelunique is available right now here.

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Vinyl flooring for all occasions

Your home is no doubt the centre of all the biggest life events that go on over the years. When special occasions arrive, all we want to do is celebrate, be with family and have fun. However, that can be a challenge if you find yourself constantly worrying about cleaning up after any big event. 

Photo by Jarek Ceborski on Unsplash

With the help of modern manufacturing technology, vinyl flooring can offer you peace of mind in this circumstance, so you can relax and treasure those special days.

Celebrations galore

In an economy where the price of a decent celebratory meal and drinks makes you think about taking out a loan, many people are opting to host their events at home. The problem is that fixtures and fittings can get damaged and sometimes that damage cannot be fixed. 

The best vinyl flooring will offer you multiple defence properties such as Scratch Guard technology and moisture resistance. Meaning that if your celebrations are likely to leave behind a mess of spilled food and drink, your flooring is the best place it could land. No liquids can seep into vinyl flooring and no marks from broken glass or crockery will be made. Breathe a sigh of relief and know that your flooring will be safe from your party guests.

Winding down

Another great use for vinyl flooring is to when you want to create a specific feng sui. For example, the bathroom can be made into your own Thai spa thanks to the luxurious vinyl textures of stone and wood, which when installed in a neutral colour will help to calm and soothe you at the end of a long hard day.

Family get togethers

During seasons such as Christmas, a cosier and more warming environment is more appealing that large open spaces. Luckily, vinyl flooring has plenty of oak vinyl planks which can immediately offer your space a feeling of togetherness. For the best way to make large spaces feel quainter, try oak in burgundy, mahogany, or a wine-red shade, all which will look brilliant under a Christmas tree or fairy lights.

What is even better is that if you have your family staying over the festive seasons, don’t worry about a noisy house because the layers of vinyl flooring work to soften the sound of the contact between the flooring and soles of shoes, so you can still enjoy a good night’s sleep after full day of company.

Make vinyl flooring a permanent guest in your home

As you can see vinyl flooring has a lot to offer, and it offers next to nothing in return. It’s cheaper than authentic woods, slate or stone and only needs a simple brush and mop to keep it looking brand new. The only problematic thing is where to start looking?

Amtico offers a fabulous selection of vinyl flooring which contains all the great features we have just explored. Signature Woods, Spacia and Abstract show true diversity in styling patterns and domestic flooring capabilities. Luvanto can deliver you the option to uniquely design your flooring using style patterns through their Parquet, Endure Pro and Click and Herringbone ranges.

From wedding receptions to a night in with your other half, vinyl flooring can set the mood for you and give you more time to enjoy the moment.

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