HAPPY NEW YEAR!!

I normally dread the start of a new year – it never really lives up to the hype, however, this year I was beyond excited to see the back of 2012 and embrace all that 2013 has to offer.

2013 is going to be a massive year for me. There is so much I have set out to achieve. I normally don’t make ‘New Years Resolutions’ but thought I would this year. I thought if I blogged about them it would keep me accountable, and, if I fall of the wagon someone reading this can really remind me of how terrible I am. (note: I do not plan to fall of the wagon, but if you fail to plan, you plan to fail!)

So Here are my resolutions:

Firstly, to blog and vlog more. Now I know what you’re thinking – this shouldn’t be a resolution, if you want to do it, you should just do. But, its not that simple. I love writing and talking about my experiences, thoughts etc but I guess I have a fear that people wont like what I write or like the videos I make So, for 2013  I just want to abandon that thought and write, vlog & whatever as much as I want.

My Second resolution is to get healthy. This has been a long standing goal of mine however, I feel I’m in the perfect place to achieve it. I finally have amazing, motivational people around me and I know I will be able to do it.

My third (and last) resolution  is to perform more.  You may or may not know this, but I’m actually a singer and over the last year I really let my music slide which isn’t cool, so I want to focus on that throughout the year as well.

So that’s it for now – im sure there are more but they are the main things I hope to achieve in 2013.

Did you make any new years resolutions?

Until Next Time

Beck xxx

Almay Smart Shade Primer Review

Almay Smart Shade Primer (And my Hand)

One of the very first things I learnt about makeup is that for my skin, I HAVE to prime.  It goes deeper than Napoleon Perdis’ statement ‘To not prime is a crime!’ If I don’t prime, the makeup will run, go streaky and come off by the end of the working day, which is never a good look!  

I recently purchased the Almay Smart Shade Primer. It is said to even out skin tone and (as the name suggests) prime the skin. Here are my thoughts on the product

To begin with, I really like the packing. I think the helix design is unique and makes the product really stand out on the shelf. I’m not the biggest fan of the plastic tube, Especially plastic like this as it tends to cheapen the look of the product, having said that, it makes it easy to use it while traveling.

The pump disperses a good amount and the colors really mix well together once out of the tube.

When its on your hand or brush, The first thing you notice about the serum is the smell!. It smells terrible! It is a mixture between out of date - something and vomit. Considering you apply this product to your face, the smell is not really ideal.

The serum is quite light and blends out easily, however, I don’t think it does a lot to change my skin tone which is one of its features. Normally using a green/purple based conceler/primer will remove some of the redness in my skin but as this product is so thin, it really doesn’t achieve this.

When applying foundation on the top, again, I don’t notice a big difference. It has the same affect as applying moisturizer directly under my foundation rather than a primer.

All and all, I think the Almay Smart Shade Primer has been a big miss for me. I can’t think of a situation where it would be suitable, but this is just my opinion and how the product worked for me.

Has anyone had a better experience with this product? I would love to hear your thoughts

Until Next Time

Beck x

Australis - Nail Polish Review!

Australis Nail Color - Intense Colour with High Shine & Streak Free

I recently posted this picture on my Instagram, and received some lovely compliments on the color, so thought I would review the polish for you.  

Let me just put it out there and say it… I love Australis Products. I think they offer great quality, while staying affordable – which is something I think is fantastic.

I've had this polish for a while (It was actually a Christmas gift) However, I still really love the color. This is in the color 51059 Peek-a-boo, The purple is the perfect shade for the current gelato/pastel colors that are huge at the moment.

The polish applies so well, you really only need 2 coats and could get away with one if you were in a rush. I apply a top coat, but its purely to seal the color. It gives a lovely shine just by itself.

I was skeptical at first as it claims to be ‘streak free’ but somehow, in the drying process it just mixes together and gives you a nice professional looking finish. It is a perfect consistency also, which is something I look for in my nail polishes.

The brush is a fantastic size and really allows the polish to spread evenly. The packaging is just your average nail polish bottle, but lets be real here – you don’t really need a fancy bottle if the product is amazing.

I love this color – I am going to be so sad when it runs out, but I definitely look forward to trying more Australis Nail Polishes.

Thanks for reading!

Until Next Time,

Beck xxx

Welcome!

Welcome to my new Blog

Miss Lea! 

Lets be honest, introducing yourself can often quite awkward. You are faced with so many questions. Do I share this? Do I share that? Do I tell them what I had for lunch? Should we become facebook friends? It can be stressful to say the least. 

So, instead of putting myself through the turmoil, I will just say a very quick Hello ( Hi!) and leave it at that! 

I will be blogging all things Beauty, Fashion and Lifestyle.  I will also link my YouTube Chanel here from time to time, so feel free to check that out!

I look forward to building this blog and sharing my thoughts with you all. 

Until Next Time

xxx