Friday, January 10, 2014

December and January Favourites

Tangle Teezer


I first heard about a tangle teezer through Youtube's beauty guru Zoella and then a couple of months later I was at the hairdresser and they used it on my hair. Now my hair is extremely thick and curly, kind of like Lorde, and this was the first hairbrush that does not make my hair frizzy and it runs through the tangles so easily. Here in South Africa this hairbrush is a bit pricey but if you have the money to spend and you have thick hair I definitely recommend it.

Lush Cosmetics


I am currently using the Lush Sea Spray every time I wear my hair in a nice pony or down because it is such a good texture spray, it does not make your hair hard like hairspray but it keeps your curls and waves. It smells like the beach as well, it makes me feel like I spend hours on end lounging on the beach. I haven't used Snow Fairy just yet because it is limited edition so I am nervous it will be finished before Christmas but honestly it smell amazing, I cannot even explain. I love the Lush Bath Ballistics as well whenever I have a long day or in the mood for a nice bath.

BB Cream

 

I started using BB cream because it is summer at the moment and I feel like foundation is too heavy if it is hot and BB cream just makes me feel clean and great. The BB cream I use Granier which is the brand of face wash I use as well and this BB cream has very goo coverage but you use quite a lot. I use it in light but this shade is still too dark for me (this demonstrates how pale I am) 

Revlon Lipstick in Black Cherry


I have been looking for a plum lipstick for such a long time and then I saw Zoella's favourites video where she mentioned this lipstick so I went and bought it. It is not so pigmented and you have to apply many layers to get a dark look but this is a drugstore lipstick so it is not that expensive and it is moisturizing.

Dirty Works Beauty Products


The packaging caught my eye because of its vintage look but I am so happy I took a leap and bought it. Their products smell so nice. The face masks is very moisturizing and gives my skin a boost. The eye cream does not conceal or decrease dark circles but it does decrease the puffyness which is a huge problem for me because I am always tired!

Jo Malone



I splurged some money on this candle and I could not be more happier about it. It smells amazing and the smell is strong enough for a big room. This candle relaxes me instantly.

Vans


I finally got myself a pair of vans and I am so happy. I love wearing these when I am wearing a casual outfit or going for a grunge look. They are so comfortable and are not just for guys.

Alexa Losey





Alexa Losey is a beauty guru on youtube and I absolutely love her. Now recently from her tweets and stuff she seems to be going through a hard time with friends and guys but I honestly don't know why? She is perfectly beautiful. I wish I could be friends with her and she looks like a great person. So Alexa if you see this send me a message:):)







  

Thursday, January 2, 2014

Matric 101: How to survive

I just finished high school and have received my results for my final exams but I can tell you I would not redo my final year of high school for any sum of money. No one prepared me for what was supposed to be my best year. After I experienced Matric I compiled a list of Top Tips to survive it.

  1. Do and finish assignments as soon as you receive them because if you finish your work you will have time for a social life. It's true what they say "good grades, a social life or time to sleep; pick two"
  2. Apply to uni before June so that you do not have to stress during exams about your future plans
  3. Work hard
  4. Study
  5. Make it memorable and don't sweat the small stuff like a one little test because it doesn't count when it comes to your portfolio