Miracle MiracOILicious Hair Treatment

I recently got my hair dyed and wanted to get it as blonde as I could in one go. My hair is dry anyway from using heating appliances and colouring over the years so I knew that I was going to have to get something to keep my hair hydrated after dying it so much lighter. I love Mark Hill products so I looked through the range and found this 2 minute intensive treatment called MiracOILicious. It's an exotic blend of 14 of the finest essential oils and plant extracts which includes Moroccan Argan Oil, Ylang-Ylang and Bergamot. 

After shampooing my hair I squeeze out the excess water and massage the treatment from my roots to ends. Be careful not to use too much. I scooped out way too much the first time I used it. I left it in for around 5 minutes on my first application because of how dry my hair was and then rinsed it out throughly but 2 minutes is all that it takes. I can't get over how soft and hydrated my hair is getting after using MiracOILicious. It feels so much stronger and healthier and the smell is amazing. I bought mine in Boots for €10.99. 

Review - Garnier Micellar Cleansing Water

Ok first of all, shame on me for taking so long to use this product! When it comes to removing my make-up, I like something that's quick and easy. Garnier Micellar Cleansing Water, without a doubt, has been the fastest product to remove my make-up (just as good as a packed night club). I'm still a bit shocked at how little of the cleansing water I had to use. This is an all-in-one cleanser, there's no need to rub in to remove your make-up. It's also fragrance free and suitable for all skin types. After I used it, my skin felt instantly refreshed and I had no excess make-up left on my face.

Garnier Micellar Cleansing Water

                                   

Micellar Cleansing Water feels so pure against your skin and you can also use it over your eyes and lips. I love the fact that I don't need to rub my eyes and pull my skin like I normally do with make-up wipes. I won't be without it again and it also comes in a 125ml bottle - great for having in your handbag. I bought the 400ml bottle in Penneys today for €3.90.

Photo by Clara Caslin

Seventeen Instant Glow Shimmer Brick

Wow. This Seventeen gold-bronze shimmer brick is just amazing! When I applied it, I couldn't believe how little of it I had to use to get the result that I wanted. My cheekbones were immediately glowing! I also applied some to my brow arch, nose and cupid's bow as a highlighter. You can also achieve your desired "strobing" look with this shimmer brick as it has four shades for you to create your desired look with. Strobing is a new dewy look created by using a highlighter. This is one product that I'll never be without! Buy yours for €6.29 in Boots.

Boots Botanics Beauty Buys!

Sleep and me just don't get on. Once in a blue moon I'll get a night that I sleep through a full 8 hours so I always feel like my skin needs a pick me up. I can also get stressed out and that combined with lack of sleep can make your skin look very dull and dehydrated. I was in Boots recently and came across the Botanics range. I was looking through the products when I saw 'All Bright Radiance Balm' and then when I saw on the back that it said "minimises visible signs of fatigue and stress leaving skin full of vitality" I was definitely purchasing!

I've been using it for a few days now and I can't believe how fresh my skin looks. It gives a fantastic, healthy glow to your skin and I've found I haven't been wearing as much makeup because of the radiance my skin has got from this product. There was a 3 for 2 offer on in Boots so I bought two and also purchased the 'All Bright Hydrating Day Cream SPF 15'. Firstly, I apply the day cream and then use the radiance balm before applying my makeup. Personally, I won't be without these products after seeing how well they work! The radiance balm costs €7.99 and the day cream is €6.99. With the 3 for 2 offer on at the moment, I'd be making my way down fast! 

Botanics products

                                           

Radiance Balm on skin

All photos by Clara Caslin.

                                           

Essence 'I love Extreme' Volume Mascara Review

I've been on the hunt for a 'go to' mascara for the past 10 years and finally, I've found it! Essence 'I Love Extreme' volume mascara is without a doubt one of my favourite mascaras. Personally, I find thicker brushes better and this brush is the thickest that I've used to date. The volume created on your lashes with this mascara is amazing! It has ultra-black pigments that covers every lash and creates an eye popping effect. I don't wear fake eyelashes and I've had people ask me what lashes I was wearing, when I was wearing this mascara. I couldn't recommend it more and for €3.49, what a bargain!! I purchased mine in Penneys.

Seventeen WOW Tan Liquid Glow Review!

I have a major love for Seventeen beauty products! I've bought loads that I'm going to review over the next few weeks. Anyway, I'm going to start off with the 'WOW Tan liquid glow'. I use it by applying it with some foundation to my cheekbones because the mixture itself is pretty thick. This gives my skin a holiday glow! I love using it as a highlighter but you can also use it to contour so really it's a 2 in 1 product! It's also only €7.59. Bargain!!

Shop here
Photos by Clara Caslin

Cocoa Brown Yourself!!

Cocoa Brown gets the 10/10 for me! This beautiful tanning range spreads evenly over your skin and dries almost immediately. The 1 Hour Tan Mousse has become my favourite beauty product at the moment! Leave this tan developing for 1-3 hours depending on how dark you want it to be. I use the Tough Stuff scrub before I apply the tan and I have to say it's the best scrub that I've ever used! You can't fault the Cocoa Brown products. The smell from the tan is also fabulous and you don't feel conscious about smelling like a burnt biscuit! Marissa Carter has developed a fault free line. I also love the Night & Day Tan Mousse which is dark when you put it on for a night out and when you wash it off the next day you're left with a lighter tan which lasts up to 5 days! I can't recommend these products more! There are many more Cocoa Brown products that I will be blogging about in the coming weeks and I can't wait to try them out! You can have a look at the range here. Try it out, you won't be disappointed!

Cocoa Brown Products

Photo by Clara Caslin

My top 5 Maybelline foundation picks!

         
1. Dream Satin Liquid

Dream Satin Liquid comes in 12 shades. This foundation spreads over your skin to create a perfect airbrushed look. Your skin looks poreless and you feel really confident in yourself! I wear this foundation during the day and also during the night! I mix it with Fit Me Foundation (see below) when I'm going out to create that night time look. This is my favourite foundation and it's ideal for normal skin!

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2. Dream Matte Mousse

Dream Matte Mousse comes in 6 creamy shades! It's a cream-whipped foundation that spreads smoothly over your skin. Your skin feels hydrated for hours and it's protected with SPF 15. I love this foundation because it looks so natural but it still gives you the coverage that you want! It's ideal for normal to dry skin! This is my go to foundation for during the day! 

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3. Fit Me Foundation

I always wear this foundation when I'm going on a night out because it has a dewy look. It's a very hydrating formula and matches your natural tone to give a glowing finish. This foundation comes in 16 shades. I go for a darker shade because I always wear this with fake tan! There's an SPF 18 and it's suitable for normal to dry skin. 

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4. Super Stay 24HR Makeup 

This foundation spreads easily over your skin for 24 hour wear. This is great for those busy days when you know that you won't have time to fix up your makeup. It withstands humidity, heat and sweat. It comes in 8 shades and it's suitable for all skin types.

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5. Fit Me Shine Free Foundation

This is Maybellines first gel stick foundation with an anti-shine core. There's a powder in the anti-shine

core that dissolves excess oil. I wear this foundation to college or just for a natural day time look. It's a lightweight formula and it feels like you aren't even wearing foundation. I would recommend going a shade darker than what you'd normally wear. This foundation comes in 12 shades and it's best for oily skin.

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You can purchase the foundations here except for the Fit Me Shine Free Foundation, which can be bought in Boots stores nationwide. 

Foundations on skin. Coordinating number beside each foundation.

Image by Clara Caslin

W7 Full Colour Lipstick Range

Finally a break from college work to write a blog post! Recently I discovered W7 cosmetics range and I absolutely love it! The quality of these products is astounding. I couldn't recommend them more! The 'Full Colour lipstick' range comes in 6 shades. It glides onto your lips and the colour immediately pops. It is also long lasting and was still on my lips after I ate. The shades that I recommend are Sand Piper and Angry Annie. I purchased mine for €2.99.

I have included a link of the stores in Leinster that supply the W7 range! 

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How to fight the frizz!!

I've always had quite dry hair that gets frizzy. My worst nightmare is the rain and wind especially straight after my hairs been washed! I've tried to tame my hair with so many products, finally I found two that never let me down when it comes to fighting frizz!

Photo by Clara Caslin

After I shampoo and condition my hair (post to follow soon about my top shampoos and conditioners) I apply John Frieda Frizz Ease Extra Strength 6 effects + serum to towel dried hair. I blow dry it and use a low heat to finish styling. When my hair is finally styled, I use Mark Hills Defrizz-ilicious Bedazzled Anti-Humidity Shine spray which seals the hair and gives it a great shine. Finally, I give it a quick brush and I'm ready for the day no matter what the weather's like! 

Mark Hill Defrizz-ilicious Bedazzled Anti-Humidity Shine spray 200ml is €5.66 and John Frieda Frizz Ease Extra Strength 6 effects + serum is €5.73. Both are available from Boots.ie or in store. 

Lancome miracle eye products!!

One of the gifts I got in my stocking for Christmas is the Lancome Hypnose Mascara and the Bi-Facial eye makeup remover. I wear eyeliner, eyeshadow and mascara every day so it put the remover to the test! I applied it to some cotton wool and placed it over each eye and after only a few wipes the makeup was fully removed. I couldn't recommend this product more! It comes in a 125ml bottle on its own in boots for €28.50 and is well worth it! You only need a small amount each use.

Photo by Clara Caslin

As mine was in a set, I've got to use the mascara and I'm very picky when it comes to mascaras. Usually, I like a thicker brush but I found this gave the same affect as a thicker brush would. I found there was no clumps and my eye lashes didn't end up sticking together. I also didn't have to over apply; two coats and I was all set for the day. You can purchase the mascara here and it is €27.50.

Review: Clearasil Ultra Range

I usually clean my skin with makeup wipes and put moisturiser on but recently I noticed that my pores were beginning to clog up! Wearing makeup is going to have an affect on your skin so it's important to use a facial wash. I decided to test out the Clearasil Ultra range. I bought the 'All in 1 Wash and Mask' and the 'Blemish+Marks Scrub'. After following the instructions on the back of the tubes for two weeks I've noticed my skin completely clearing! Everything that was trapped in my pores cleared and I was left with a bright complexion. 

I have a combination skin type so I was a bit worried that it would completely dry different areas of my skin but it wasn't the case at all! I used my favourite Nivea moisturiser after applying the Clearasil products, which I find is extremely gentle on the skin. Both Clearasil products are €7.49 and the Nivea 'Soft' moisturiser 75ml tube is €3.49, which I think is a bargain!


Boots UK tweeted this about the blog post!

@ClaraCaslin @ClearasilUK @clearasil Fab tips for clear skin, thanks for sharing Clara!
— Boots (@BootsUK) November 25, 2014

Photo by Clara Caslin 

Buy the Clearasil products from Boots here and the Nivea moisturiser here.