October favourites

Here are my most loved products for October..

1. Urban Decay Naked 2 Palette

This may be boring to everyone who has had this for like, forever, but ahhh I've wanted this for so long and could never justify it till now. If you've read my introduction post you'll know that I plan on doing my own make up for my wedding in May. Queue spending hours watching bridal make up tutorials on Youtube. I kept noticing one item being used time and time again and that was the Naked palettes, which could mean only one thing. I HAD to have it. I got this for my Birthday in early October and I have to say it was worth the wait. The colours are beautiful and pigmented, and the shadows are really good quality. I love the brush, and it also came with some handy samples of eye shadow primer.

I have used this mainly for neutral daytime looks so far but will be spending time experimenting with different looks. I'm fairly certain this will have the honour of making an appearance on my big day.

2. Valentino Valentina Perfume

Another Birthday present. I just love getting perfume for Birthdays and Christmas, even if I do have several bottles still on the go. This is a lovely pretty scent that's not too overpowering. I'm useless at describing smells so this is the description from The Perfume Shop:

'With attitude, sophistication and unexpected characteristics, the bouquet of Valentina blends an irreverent Italian floral oriental in which each facet reveals a paradox.'
Now that explains it just clear as day don't you think? Who doesn't love the aroma of a good paradox? And the bottle looks nice on my dressing table, always a highly important aspect when choosing perfume.

3. Champneys Spa Indulgence Distant Shores Bubble Heaven

...and yet another Birthday present. Can you tell I'm skint? I dropped several hints for this as I've had some mini versions from the range before and they smell just gorgeous. I also got the scrub and body wash, but the bubble bath is amazing. For the rare occasions I actually have a bath (meaning I'm a shower person, not that I rarely bath..), I just love to pour in  something luxurious and yummy smelling, and this fits the bill nicely. And again, the bottle looks nice. Vitally important.

4. Collection Lasting Perfection Concealer

Seriously, is there anyone left who actually hasn't tried this concealer? Which is annoying, as it means I've gone months without it cos I can never get my bloody shade anymore! What has become of the light shade?? The fair is too pale and Cool Medium is just too dark! I have reluctantly accepted Cool Medium into my life, as my other concealers just don't do as good a job as this one does. Don't know how I've lived without this one!

5. Revlon Photo Ready 3D Volume

I bought this a few months ago when it was on offer in Superdrug at 2 for £10 (which of course gave me an excuse me to buy yet another ColorBurst Balm). I didn't think much of it at the time, I just needed a new mascara and this one was cheap, but I'm really impressed! I think it's almost a bit of a dupe for my all-time-favourite-but-can't-afford-right-now mascara which is Benefit's They're Real. The brush is really similar, and it goes on clump free and can be layered up for a more dramatic effect. Pretty good for a fiver!

6. Champneys Facial Cleansing System

I've toyed with the idea of getting a clarisonic for a while now, but the thought of parting with over a £100 for something to wash my face with makes me feel queasy, especially when I have these things called hands which can also wash my face for free. I decided I'd give this one a go as it was only £15 and had some pretty decent reviews. I've not been using this long but already my skin is feeling so much smoother. It does make my brain shake and my skin feel like it's vibrating afterwards but I'm sure I'll get used to this!  I'll do a more in depth review on this once I've given it some more use, and it's hopefully transformed my skin to clear and glowing perfection! Fingers crossed!!

7. Garnier Intensive 7 Days Smoothing Nourishing Lotion
And last but not least.. this smells absolutely gorgeous and is a total bargain. I picked this up for a couple of quid and it's keeping my skin nice and smooth while having the bonus of smelling like chocolate. What's not to like?