Hey internet friends,
Let’s get to know each other a little better shall we?!
Ask me absolutely anything.
Lifestyle, beauty, skincare, fun facts, diet, wedding, moving and blogging. Whatever you want. Give me your answers to the question too?
It’ll be like a real life chat.
Speak soon,
HollyPop. xxxx
Hey Internet Friends,
I have a confession, an admittance if you will. Ive fallen in love. A special kind of love. Make up Love. I also have a secret for you my loyal readers, I have found the blush palette to end all blush palettes. I showed it you last week, in my London Haul but I tend to write blog posts for this site well in advance, I have actually had the Benefit Cheekathon for a whole month so its time for a little review. You ready?
Benefits new cheekathon palette is the dream team of blushes and bronzers combined in the most beautiful, value for money and special palette I have ever seen. And you probably like me have never heard of it before.
At the weekend I was at my local Benefit counter and the women working there hadn’t even heard of it. So I am going to tell you everything you need to know about why you should 100% buy this product.
Firstly lets start by explaining why its such good value for money.
One blush or bronzer box from Benefit is £23.50.
This palette is £44.50 and you get 5 blushes and bronzers.
Now I know what your thinking, but there not full size products?
But the amazing thing is they are!
For less than the price of two Box O Powders you can have 5?
YES! YES YOU CAN!
So why should you buy it?
The shades flatter pretty much any skin tone, I am deadly pale as you all know and I can easily wear every shade.
Lets have a shade breakdown shall we:
Dandelion is a sheer pink tone that makes for a pretty everyday blush, this doesnt have to much shimmer and is super wearable.
Hoola – you guys know this is my holy grail bronzer. The perfect Matte finish thats both build-able and subtle. Perfection.
Rockateur is a rose gold shimmer blush that gives the skin a real flush with insane colour payoff.
Dallas is a blush and bronzer combo that gives your face a flush of colour, this works incredibly well to give definition and warmth.
Coralista is a warm coral blush with a strong shimmer, perfect for the summertime.
From the wrist down – Coralita, Dallas, Rockateur, Holla and Dandelion.
The literal only downside to this palette is the fact that the packaging is absolute enormous. But its just as beautiful as it is big, with Benefit you could to expect beautiful and quality packaging and whilst I appreciate the massive mirror and the brush I will never use it doesnt feel as innovative as some of the other Benefit packaging.
But my faithful ladies and gents, its whats inside that counts!
The brushes I would pair with this palette is the Blush brush which is perfect for both bronzer and blush especially when trying to add definition, I use the expert face brush for popping a bit of blush on the apples of the cheeks and the powder brush for some real smooth blending.
These brushes are the perfect cheekathon palette.
I honestly give the Benefit cheekathon a solid 9/10! It only looses a point because of that annoying brush nobody uses!
Hope you guys enjoyed this post.
Whats your favourite blush shade and product? Let me know in the comments.
Speak Soon,
HollyPop xx
Hey Internet Friends,
As promised here are the lovely goodies I picked up whilst in London. HAUL TIME!
Lets start with….
Lush Oxford Street
As you saw from my last post lush oxford street is a place of dreams but I had to show some self control! As I am moving to a new place soon that finally has a bath I decided it might be a smart idea to stock up on mainly bath products but as always with a visit to lush I had to get a little something extra too…
I decided to go for some oxford street exclusives and some everyday Lush addict staples.
I picked up:
Butterball Bath Bomb – So cute, so pure and so fresh!
Intergalactic Bath Bomb – because you just have too don’t you.
Two Bath Melts – so cute, so cheap and smell divine!
Hottie Massage Bar – Luxury in bar shaped, if you thought chocolate was your favourite thing shaped as a bar think again!
Cyanide Pill Bath Bomb – How can something that looks so pretty not be amazing?
Big Blue Bath Bomb – Sometimes bigger truly is better!
Then I went for a little nosey in Liberty’s…
Liberty of London is known for a lot of things but mostly for being incredibly luxuries, walking into that beautiful atrium of scarves that flows beautifully through cosmetics, chocolates and designer accessories how could you not feel transported into a simpler more beautiful time.
I know what your thinking, is that it? Well yes my loyal and brilliant readers that is it and let me tell you for why.
I received a sample of this lip moisturiser a while ago and I’ve been absolutely OBSESSED with finding it again ever since. Its amazing, its super nourishing and they sell it at Liberty’s.
Now this is where I went a tiny bit mental….
The Benefit Shop
If you come to this blog often then you know that Benefit is one of my brands, I am loyal to all my favourite brands but theres just something about the benefit products that really deserve my attention. The products, the packaging and the overall atmosphere of the brand. So when I found the benefit shop I just couldn’t resist.
The lovely lady at the Benefit shop gave me a bunch of free samples.
I bought the new Cheekathon palette that contains 5 blushes and bronzers all of which I love and I think are incredibly versatile. Beautifully packaged and with an amazing mirror.
I love the idea of having all my blushes and bronzers in one place so this product is perfect for me.
I also grabbed the Porefessional Pore away kit, I feel I owe porefessionl another shot.
So lets see how I get on with this.
Hope you guys enjoyed this Haul post.
What products have you picked up recently that you’re super happy with?
Speak Soon
HollyPop xx
Hey Internet Friends,
Recently I spent the weekend in London with Jay and to watch my mum run the London Marathon, do a blogger there is nothing more exciting then a trip away because it means new experiences to share with you, when your trip happens to be to the city that has a GIANT lush store things get even better.
These are most of the photographs from my trip and the Lush Oxford Street store. Don’t worry theres a massive london haul next week for you showing all the amazing goodies I picked up.
The London Eye from across the Thames
The Tower Of London in the rain!
Gorgeous Sweet Treats in Lola’s at Harrods
Stunning breakfast at Kings cross followed by a beautiful stroll in St. James Park…
Then off to see the royal guards and Number 10!
And now for the photographs you’ve been waiting for….
LUSH OXFORD STREET STORE
Three amazing floors of pure bliss, amazing smells and exclusive products. Its the place of beauty blogger dreams. I was in heaven!
Just imagine the best smell you’ve ever smelt and multiply it by a million. Every product you could ever imagine and all the time in the world to explore, that is Lush Oxford Street in London. The amount of self control needed to not buy every delicious smelling thing you see is unexplainable.
The colours and the brightness are overwhelming and the calming influence amongst the hustle and bustle of central london just washes away.
If you can get to Lush Oxford Street and you haven’t already then you really must!
Hope you guys enjoyed this post about my little trip to London?
Whats your favourite city to visit and why?
Speak Soon,
HollyPop xx
Hey internet Friends,
When I posted my current favourites post last month it was requested that I talk about how I use Activated Charcoal to whiten my teeth so you asked and I deliver.
Here Goes…
Firstly let me tell you that this is absolutely disgusting but it really does work.
I know it seems mental but charcoal is known for removing toxins and impurities. Its used for so many medicinal and environmental reasons.
Its used for poisonings and water purification so it kinda makes sense.
Just be prepared for all the tiles and sinks in your bathroom to be absolutely ruined!
What Is Activated Charcoal?
Common charcoal is made from peat, coal, wood, coconut shell, or petroleum and you probably wouldn’t want to put it in your mouth.
Activated charcoal is similar to common charcoal, but is made especially for use as a medicine. To make activated charcoal, manufacturers heat common charcoal in the presence of a gas that causes the charcoal to develop lots of internal spaces or pores.
These pores help activated charcoal absorb chemicals.
Activated charcoal is used to treat poisonings, reduce intestinal gas, lower cholesterol levels, prevent hangovers, and treat bile flow problems during pregnancy. Doctors prescribe it to you and its commonly used in Emergency Rooms so its 100% safe.
How to use it on your teeth:
Open the Charcoal capsules onto a piece of kitchen paper to avoid completely chaos in your bathroom.
Dip a wet, clean toothbrush into the powder so it covers all the bristles.
Quickly and carefully put the toothbrush in your mouth and brush in small circles for two minutes.
Spit and rinse as normal.
Once a week you can also dilute some hydrogen peroxide with water and use it as a mouthwash for extra whitening power. I have been doing this for about 2 months and I think the results speak for themselves. I also have made a small change in my life to only drink through straws and that has also made a real difference to the whiteness of my teeth!
Before
During (HORRENDOUS)
AFTER
Im really keen to keep whitening my teeth and may consider professional whitening before my wedding.
Have you guys ever tried it?
What happened and what did you think to it?
Please Link me to any posts you know about it?
Speak Soon,
HollyPop xxx
Hey Internet Friends,
Time for another Instagram update. I try and post on Instagram as often as I can, I love taking photographs of my life and sharing them with you guys. You can find my account HERE and the good news is I usually follow back!
Speak Soon,
HollyPop xxx
Hey Internet Friends,
It was my birthday a few weeks ago and I wanted to share with you lovely people some of the things what I was gifted from my family and fiancé.
Lets get started shall we?
Lets kick this off with the big present shall we?
My parents lovingly gifted me with a new toy. If you know me then you know I LOVE new technology.
I was given the 38mm Apple Watch with the woven strap.
I absolutely love my apple watch, I cant remember how I ever lived before it.
If you have an iPhone and you love it then I 100% guarantee you will love this too.
The new coloured version of the Real Techniques Core Collection.
You guys have seen my collection so you know that I already have them but I was desperate to get them in the new colour and for the slightly larger contour brush.
Absolutely DIVINE.
Victoria’s Secret Joggers.
I already have a pair of these in grey with different leg details and there the most comfortable things on this entire planet so imagine how unbelievably happy I was to receive these. I love these in the white colour with the pink detail and the cuff at the legs mean that they don’t trail on the floor seen as I am unbelievably short.
Now this right here is a little game changer, its a set containing the Estee Lauder double wear eyeliner, little black primer and the Sumptuous Extreme Mascara.
Ive never used an eyelash primer before but let me tell you, it makes one hell of a difference.
This stuff really packs a punch!
Hope you guys like looking at what I got for my birthday.
Whats your dream Birthday Gift?
Speak Soon,
HollyPop xx
Hey Internet Friends,
Its been a crazy insane month. Absolutely ridiculous actually. Im in over my head.
I can give you no excuse as to why I haven’t been blogging, it deeply saddens me to not be writing to you every week but I did warn you this may happen.
This month I’ve taken on 3 of the most stressful things you’ll ever do in your life. Start your career, buy a home and plan a wedding. Am I insane? Probably a little bit yes.
These are all super exciting things and honestly I couldn’t be happier but life is a little hectic at the moment. So here are the things I’ve done this month that I think you should know about. Ready?
I hope you guys feel a little bit more up to date and I can get back to posting more regularly.
Thanks for understanding.
Speak Soon,
HollyPop xx
Hey Internet Friends,
WHERE HAVE I BEEN?! Well you beautiful people, as you know if your a loyal reader of this blog Ive started a new job recently and its been a lot more than I bargained for! I am so busy! I love blogging and I love all of you so hopefully things can calm down soon, I am thinking of changing my post day to Sunday so its a bit easier, how would you feel about that?
Today I want to do a quick catch up with all of you and talk about some of the things I have been LOVING recently. Everything from room fragrance to teeth whitening.
You ready?
Wax Melts!
Have you guys tried these yet? Absolutely amazing. Imagine your favourite yankee candle just ten times cheaper and much safer!
I absolutely love candles but Im always scared to leave them on overnight or for a really long time. With this amazing electric wax melter you can burn your favourite scent safely and for so much longer.
The burner itself is beautiful ceramic with intricate detail so it doesn’t look out of place in my living room.
The Yankee Wax Melts are also only £1 and last for a few days burning continuously.
Brilliant product, if you haven’t got one already, what are you waiting for?!
Yes to Body Wash!
Amazing amazing amazing!
They come in a variety of different scents but these two are my favourites.
These products are super kind to the skin and leave your entire body feeling silky smooth and squeaky clean.
I don’t know about you, but I like a lot of soap and foam in my body wash and these natural products really pack a punch when it comes to the amount of bubbles. Absolutely divine!
And the smell, where do I even start with the smell! Amazingly luxurious and smell like little soapy smoothies.
My love for Mac has never been a quiet affair, I practically scream it from the rooftops most of the time but over the past months the drugstore has really been calling out to me.
Unfortunately with my new job where Im out of the house for unto 11 hours a day the drugstore foundation and lipsticks were just not doing the trick, they were leaving my skin patchy and sad.
The Mac Pro Longwear is absolutely brilliant for a long day and looks just as good in the 11th hour then it did in the first especially when you combine it with the Mac Studio Fix powder. The photo below is after 9 hours of wear, pretty impressive right?
I am also loving the Mac lipstick in MEHR MATTE.
Its the perfect shade for the office and it lasts for a super long time, only really coming off when you eat.
Its not an overpowering shade and really would complement any skin tone.
Using Charcoal to whiten teeth.
Now hear me out! I know what your thinking, Charcoals black.
And your right charcoal is black but it does amazing things to remove toxins and staining.
I just take one of the little capsules, mix it with my toothpaste and use it on my teeth.
Easy Peasy!
I then rinse with 1 part Hydrogen Peroxide 6% and 4 parts water.
If you want to hear more about charcoal teeth whitening let me know and I’ll do a full post on it?
Hope you guys enjoyed this current favourites post,
As always leave me links to posts you think I’ll like.
What are your current favourites?
Speak Soon,
HollyPop xxx
Hey Internet Friends,
Where have I been?! Well let me tell you my lovely lot, Ive been getting myself a new job! Its in the area that I studied my degree so Im really excited about the opportunity, but I had a bit of a problem, the job Ive had for the past three years has required me to wear a uniform so I needed to get a few more pieces for my wardrobe and other bits and bobs to make me look like an actual grown up. Ive gone with pieces that I can team up with things I already have to look that extra bit nicer!
I still have a few more bits and bobs of stationary to get but this is the main bulk of it. I hope this job turns out to be what Im after because its cost me some major £££!
Lets Start with the clothes…
I also picked up some black trousers but you all know what black trousers look like….
Oh and a black dress!
I really wanted to do you a cute look book for this post but the weather in Sheffield where I live is absolutely horrendous! And as much as I love all of you Im not willing to stand in the rain for you.
The three tops are from New Look and are very reasonably priced.
All under £30 which is a real bargain for the quality of the pieces.
The coat is a military style fitted coat from Wallis and is absolutely stunning, the lining is satin and it really feels special. This is my favourite pieces that Ive bought recently.
The Shoes…
The shoes on the left are a beautiful suede fabric with a wooden heel and surprisingly they are very comfortable so hopefully I can cope with wearing them all day. Im usually a Vans and converse kinda girl…
The flats just a more comfortable option for when my feet finally give in and lets be honest on really busy days they might, I may even leave them in office so Ive got my flat ‘security blanket’ shoes on hand.
The Organiser….
This Organiser is from Paperchase and I’ve never had a proper organiser before so I feel incredibly responsible.
You buy the organiser with a few files already inside but I chose to buy the additional sections of the cute sticky notes, agenda, to do and shopping sections.
I am honestly really happy with this buy and feel it was a real bargain with 50% off from £22 at £11.
And now for the fun stuff, the new Make Up….
New Mac Lipsticks are my favourite new make up things.
This shade is Mehr in the Matte finish and it is beautiful!
I think we shall talk about that in more detail soon if you’d like?
I also grabbed a new Mac Ebony eyeliner because these are the most pigmented long wearing eyeliners EVER and are perfect for tight lining.
The Concealer is my favourite for dark under eye circles which will help with all the eye bags I’m going to have from working all these hours! Its got excellent coverage but if your a BBlogger you probably know that already because EVERYBODY loves it.
The Revolution Vivid Baked Highlighter are another little mega star in the bloggersphere recently, I’ve seen a lot of you going crazy about these so I wanted to see what all the fuss is about and I totally get it. Beautiful subtle shine and perfect for any skin tone, what more do you need!
Hope you guys enjoyed this little post about my new job bits and bobs.
Any tips for my first day? They’d be much appreciated!
Speak Soon,
HollyPop xxx
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