Beauty Blog Link Love

Nail junkies: don't miss Rae's coverage of the (very cool) YSL Tie and Dye and YSL Jade Impérial La Laque Couture polishes over at theNotice!

Bun Bun Makeup Tips shares an expensive lesson learnt: be careful when you buy electrical appliances from the U.S. if you are in Singapore!

Do you have what it takes to win at the Nail Art Olympics? Addicted to Beauty is in awe...

Ever have a self-tan mishap? Read all about Krasey Beauty's!

Tired of poorly-formulated, silicone-laden BB creams? Musicalhouses explores the new Kiehl's BB cream!

FabDiva20 has been loving the most gorgeous bright lipsticks for the season! Check out her Maybelline Color Sensational Vivids swatches Part 1 and Part 2!

Jenn from Spiced Beauty swatches the new Benerfit core collection! Check out her opinions on the new products.

Ever tried a fig fragrance or dreamed about people chasing you with blowtorches? Over at Makeup Morsels, MM puts the spotlight on Diptyque Philosykos and dream interpretation.

Underwater Pinup is a new thing. Think it sounds impossible? Impossibly glamorous, you mean! Check out the new Aqualillies collection from Tarte on Gouldylox Reviews!

At Musing On Beauty, Mariella tries the L'Oreal Mythic Oil Shampoo...and kills the myth!

At Love, Lust, and Fairy Dust, Jude reviews a home waxing kit for the face from Veet. This one actually works!

The Pammy Blogs Beauty MAC Matters Challenge continues! See how Pammy is building her MAC Core Collection with (less than) $21 a Month.

There's a lot of buzz about Flower Beauty, but Beauty Info Zone says some some of the pollen has fallen off the flowers. What's up with that?

Cheeky Monkey Nail Polish have names that help bring out the slutty side of Lisamarie from Beauty Crazed. Not that her slutty side needed that much help, but come admire her swatches anyhow!

Still looking for an emerald eyeliner to wear? Then head over to Beauty Reflections to see a couple in action from the Sephora + Pantone Universe Collection!

Phyrra shares 40 new ways to get addicted to the Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencils!

Head over to Makeup, Beauty and More to read about the new NARS Satin Lip Pencil in Rikugien!

Manuka Doctor Apiclear Foaming Cleanser

Well it would appear that the 'buzz' word in Beauty Land this year is Bee Venom.  This brand is loved by celebrities and royalty and quite frankly, if it's good enough for them then it's good enough for me.

Purified Bee Venom is harvested from the bees in a humane process that doesn't harm the bee and this magic potion is then used in the product range.  There is a lot of scientific information and a video of the process available at www.manukadr.co.uk

The products are split into three ranges, Apiclear, Apinourish and Apirevive.

Apiclear Foaming cleanser is designed for skin that is prone to blemishes.  It promises to reveal a more radiant complexion by ridding the skin of impurities and controlling the build up of toxins, excess sebum and dead skin cells.  The addition of Purified Bee Venom will help to eliminate spots.

As well as Purified Bee Venom the foaming cleanser contains Manuka Honey, Papaya Extract, Shea Betaine, Tricholsan and Phyoncide Water.

This is a very thick cream that foams nicely when mixed with a little water.  It cleanses the skin effectively without any dryness or tightness.  I am lucky enough not to have any blemishes so I cannot comment on how this product works on blemishes.  I should mention that if you are allergic to Bee stings then you should not use this product.

Also available in the Apiclear range are a Repair Gel, Serum, Toner and Moisturising Lotion.  You can view the full range at www.manukadr.co.uk

Manuka Doctor Apiclear Foaming Cleanser is available to purchase on the website for £17.99 and is also available at Superdrug.




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Meet Leona Lewis, Body Shop Brand Activist

The lovely Leona Lewis is the new brand activist for the Body Shop.  On Wednesday 27th March 2013 at 12 pm Leona will be launching her new, limited edition, cruelty free range of make-up and fragrance at Westfield, London.  She will also be signing the Cruelty Free International Global Pledge to support an end to animal testing for cosmetics forever.

If you would like to meet Leona, then just turn up at the Body Shop, Westfield, London, make your purchase and get in the queue.

You can share your photographs on the Body Shop Facebook page at www.facebook.com or on their Twitter page at www.twitter.com 

*I have not paid been paid to feature this press release, nor am I affiliated with Body Shop.  

L'Oréal Paris Préférence Mousse Absolue

L'Oréal Paris Préférence Mousse Absolue is the first re-usable and ready-to-use permanent hair colour.

At last, no more throwing away half used bottles of hair dye if you have short hair or just want to top up you roots, or you want to ombre the ends of your hair.  No more buying 2 boxes of hair dye and throwing half of the second one away if you have long hair.

The packaging was 10 years in the making.

There are 26 components.

There are 14 colours to choose from consisting of varying shades of Blonde, Brown and Red.  There is no messy mixing involved, you just shake the aerosol and apply the non drip mousse directly to the hair.  the mousse then turns into a cream and can be massaged through the hair with the fingers. After using just replace the applicator cap with normal cap.  There is also an after colour conditioner and gloves supplied in the box.  

one box will give 2 full applications on short hair, 1 application and touch up on mid length hair and 1 complete application on long hair.

I was sent the very light natural blonde, but as my hair is brown I will be passing this one onto my mum and purchasing the natural medium brunette to try myself in the very near future.

You can find more information at www.loreal-paris.co.uk

L'Oréal Paris Préférence Mousse Absolue is currently on offer in Boots and Superdrug for £8.99 until the beginning of May, it will then be £10.99

Have you tried this yet?  I'd love to know your thoughts on it.




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Veet Face Precision Wax and Care

At last, a home waxing system for the face that actually works!!

Veet Face Precision Wax and Care system is so simple yet perfect for those little waxing jobs that don't require a salon sized wax heater.

The pack contains what looks like a double ended mascara wand that unscrews in the middle.

The pink tube contains 10ml of wax and the white tube contains 5ml of after care cream.

You also get a packet of a 50 wax strips and and applicator.

The instructions are so simple, just boil the kettle!

Now I have tried all types of hair removal over the years, tweezing, threading, depilatory cream, sugaring and hot and cold waxing.  I definitely prefer the hot/warm wax method.  I know it's not painless but it's quick and effective.  Last year I reviewed the Veet Easy Wax Electrical Roll-On Kit, you can read the review HERE and I'm still using that system today.  The Veet Face Precision Care and Wax is a perfection addition to this as it is designed to be used on eyebrows, upper lip and chin area. 

After being immersed in boiling water for one minute the wax is ready to use.  It applies easily and the applicator can be used at this point to spread the wax into a thin even layer.  Apply the wax in the direction of the hair growth and then use the strips provided to whip it off in the opposite direction.  If you have never used wax before then start of with a small area.  Please try not to go over the same area more than once as this can cause irritation.  The soothing after care cream is lovely and cooling.  I have used this wax on my eyebrows and upper lip and and had the kind of results that I would expect if I went to a salon.  During the treatment I popped the wax back into the cup of hot water so that it stayed at an optimum temperature.

The wax contains natural ingredients including Almond Oil to help moisturise and nourish the skin.  The after care cream contains Aloe Vera to soothe and moisturise.

This little kit is perfect for taking on holiday to keep you hair growth in check.  All you need is a cup of hot water.  

Veet Face Precision Wax and Care retails for £9.99 and can be found at Boots, Superdrug and most major supermarkets.

For more information and tips on this and other Veet products pop over to their website at www.veet.co.uk

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Beauty Blog Link Love

Phyrra & Ana discuss brand relationships & bloggers.

The weather's getting warm, so Musicalhouses introduces you to Biore's latest Aqua UV Watery Essence sunscreen!

Have you tried out the new Clinique Chubby Stick Intense lip colour range yet? If not, don't miss Rae's swatches, photos, & review on theNotice -- this is one product that you NEED in your stash!

Jenny falls head over heels for the YSL Glossy Stains over at My Funny Valentine.

At Eyelining Obsessions, Claire tries desperately to get into a Spring mood (despite the weather!) with a bright lip courtesy of LUSH.

Just when you thought you didn't need another palette in your life, Jude reviews this little beauty from Clarins at Love, Lust, and Fairy Dust.

Jenn from Spicedbeauty shows you how to get long, voluminous, & lump-free lashes in less 2 minutes!

Jessika from polish insomniac has fallen head over heels for the new Hard Candy Candy Sprinkles Collection. Check out her swatches and see what awesome dupe she found!

If you've never heard a colour whisper then you need to check out Lisamarie from Beauty Crazed's Maybelline Color Whisper swatches!

If you love emerald green then head over to Beauty Reflections to check out two great Sephora+Pantone Universe products, including the greenest mascara ever!

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Beauty Blog Link Love

Beauty Reflections is in love with these three bright eyeliners from Lancome, Stila and MAC! Perfect brights for spring!

Who doesn't love an awesome beauty find? If this sounds like you (and, seriously, we hope it does), don't miss theNotice's Week of Awesome, which covers only products that Rae is absolutely smitten with.

Phyrra is in LOVE with Virus Insanity Eyeshadows! Check out the beautiful duochromes and holographic sparkles.

Krasey Beauty has got the scoop on the latest from MAC, the Archie's Girls Collection!

Musicalhouses checks out the latest Sleek Lagoon Palette from the Aqua Collection, and it is gorgeous!

Jenn from Spiced Beauty show you a wearable hot pink lipstick that works for every skin tone.

Over on Makeup Morsels, MM encounters a mascara from one of her favorite brands. Will it be love at first sight, or does a certain something stand in the way of their happiness?

Beauty Info Zone is a big admirer of the Smashbox Love Me collection. Once you see Admire Me you might be enticed to go shopping.

Gouldylox was tired of hearing other bloggers saying they can't wear the bright colors of this season. Check out a FOTD to show even the shy how to pull them off!

Jude reviews Clarins New Rouge Eclat Lipsticks Everything you could want in a lipstick and anti-ageing, too!

See why Kim Porter thinks Zoya Dakota is the perfect oxblood, and see swatches of some other Zoya polish shades.

Spring is in the air and ArtDeco's Butterfly Dreams collection is all about pastels and butterflies. See what Anita thinks about it over at Pleasureflush!

Lisamarie from Beauty Crazed has the blues, the nail polish blues that is! Come admire her favourite blue polishes and see if blue is for you!
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Cindy over at Prime Beauty reviews StriVectin SD Intensive Concentrate for Stretch Marks and Wrinkles. Is it hype or just good skincare? Find out and enter to win a $100 Gift Card!

Jealous of the make-up they have in the UK? Hannah at Midnight Violets has some up for grabs in her International Giveaway!

Pammy Blogs Beauty is hosting a giveaway for an Emani Makeup Starter Kit!

Audrey Dao has reached the 4 year blogging milestone. Help her celebrate and check out her 4 Year Blogaversary Giveaway!