Favourite colours from Models Own ♥

Just a quick post to show you the colours from Models Own that I selected from their very popular sale. As I'm sure you're all aware, Models Own just held their yearly 50% off sale, and I couldn't help but treat myself. I have to be honest, some of the shades I selected online looked a little different when they arrived, but I'm still a massive fan of the shades. 

 The Pink Punch shade is a little brighter than expected (it didn't look so bright online!), but I still love it. I'm a massive fan of Models Own nail varnishes. I find that they rarely chip, and last for a good week before the chipping, if any, looks really noticeable. 

Did you take advantage of the Models Own sale? What do you think of these shades?

MUA Out There Plumping Lip gloss Review ♥

I hadn't tried MUA products until recently, but they are so reasonably priced that I couldn't resist. I usually stay clear of very cheap make up as I find that the quality is quite poor. MUA make up however, offers amazing quality make up at a great price. I was lucky to win some MUA goodies in a recent blogger giveaway, and this MUA lip gloss was one of them. 

The lip gloss in Pink Sugar is absolutely gorgeous. It's a deep pink, with a lovely, light shimmer to it. It's a little sticky, but applies really well. I found that the colour translated really well from the wand to the lips, and I needed just one coat to get the desired colour. 

 It also tastes great! I sometimes find this a problem though, as I tend to lick it off! (oops!) It has a lovely, sweet smell to it but nothing too sickly and overpowering. I'm surprised at how good the quality is- it lasted a good hour on my lips before I thought I wanted to reapply. Although this doesn't seem a long time, I always find that most lip glosses disappear or smudge off easily. This gloss had good staying power, even on windy days! 

 It's such a beautiful colour, and so beautiful and shimmery when the light hits it. I can't believe how amazing the quality is. The lip gloss is meant to make your lips have a plumped appearance, and although I couldn't say that they do, the gloss does make my lips lovely and tingly!

MUA is available from Superdrug, or their website at £2.00.

Have you tried MUA make up? 

Essie in 472 Review ♥

This is the first Essie product that I've purchased. I had high expectations, as I know Essie is very popular with many beauty beauty bloggers. Again, I went to TKmaxx and purchased an Essie polish is a gorgeous cherry red. 

 Well, I definitely understand why Essie is so popular. It applies really well, and dries fairly quick. It's quite thick, which means it only took two coats to get the desired colour. The colour is so pretty- a dark cherry/ raspberry, and a perfect Autumn and Winter shade. The polish looks expensive, as it has a gorgeous, shiny finish. 

The polish lasted a good three days before it started to chip, and around five days before the chips were more noticeable. I had done a lot of house work in these days, so I actually think it lasted for a good amount of time. 

I'm looking forward to trying Essie products again. Although this polish was a lot cheaper as I purchased it from TKmaxx, I'd definitely be happy to purchase it again full price. 

Have you tried this colour before? What do you think of Essie?

Premier Model Skin Review ♥

I don't think you need to spend lots of money on your skin to keep it looking good, but there are some pricey products out there that it's worth spending extra money on. I recently purchased some facial products from Premier Model Skin. This brand has been produced by Monu, who I absolutely love. I've tried Monu products as they have been part of my Glossybox, and thought they were lovely on my skin. 

 Both products retail around £26.00, however I found them in TKmaxx for £4.99 (bargain). I had high expectations of the products, and judged them on their original price tag should I want to purchase them again in the future. Firstly, I love the packaging. It's bright, but sleek and sophisticated. I feel it looks and feels expensive, and definitely not something I would have found in TKmaxx. 

 I've been using both the facial scrub and toner for the last five days, and am so impressed. My skin looks so smooth and soft, and I actually feel that my complexion has improved. My skin looks clear and bright, and my pores are definitely smaller. The scrub reminds me of an exfoliator- it's quite gritty, but doesn't irritate the skin. I have quite sensitive skin, so I prefer not to use products that are so gritty, but I really haven't had any problems with this product. 

The toner has a watery appearance, but is actually quite thick and gloopy when applied to the skin. I really like this however, and it feels lovely when on my skin. The unusual thing about this toner, is that the directions requite you to use your hands to massage the toner into your skin. I find this a little strange, as most toners usually require a cotton pad to remove all traces of remaining make up. I do feel that my skin is still left feeling cool, clean and refreshed however. 

I've loved using these products- I can't say I'd want/ afford to use these products if I had to pay £26.99, but I definitely can see huge improvements to my skin. I do feel that the products are high quaility- they smell amazing, and have great results. I think I'll be popping back to TKmaxx to stock up asap!

Have you tried these products before?