When I first started Makeup Savvy (8 whole years ago!) my main focus was to share the sheer amount of beauty bargains and savings that could be found on the high street.
But over the years there's been a shift, with high street prices rising while online retailer offering more discounts and competitive prices than ever before.
Which is why most of my beauty purchases are now made online bar the essentials that I prefer to pick up while food shopping or when popping into the likes of Boots - although the latter often seems a costly affair.
Some of my biggest beauty savings have been found online so in this blog post I wanted to detail them and share the cream of the crop so to speak!
Whether you're on a budget or not there's something alluring about a beauty dupe. Of course, saving money is a huge plus but when you discover something that is beyond similar to a product you have lusted over or have already loved it's like you've come across a gem that most people aren't aware of.
From the most amazing hydrating primer dupe to a palette that will save you ££, I'm running down what in my opinion are the best beauty dupes of 2018 thus far!
One of my most favourite topics to talk about that interests me greatly is skin. Problem skin, good skin, ageing skin (read: all skin), you name it. Give me an article about how the skin works or skincare in general and I will be reading it.
But while I like to read up whenever I can, I feel a more simplistic yet consistent approach to skin/skincare is what is generally required in order to obtain and maintain 'good skin.
Spending on beauty when you already have a cosmetic bag full of makeup can be a luxury affair. Even a 5-minute trip into Boots to stock up on 'essentials' can be a costly these days! Which is why I personally love to seek out bargains where I can, especially when they don't scrimp on quality!
Below I have listed five of my favourite affordable beauty products that definitely don't scrimp on quality both in their formulas and packaging. And to the end of this budget-friendly post, you will find a round-up of my favourite beauty & skincare brands that seem to constantly produce high-quality products as low prices.
Having been a beauty blogger for the past 8 years I feel my staple beauty favourites are something I often neglect to talk about. While in reality I know they should the thing I talk about most - they are after all the products I've been repurchasing and loving for years!
So today I thought I would sit down, gather all my favourite beauty staples around me and finally talk about them and generally sing their praises, circa 2012 style.
For the longest time the focus was on perfecting a good standard of writing as a blogger with the photography aspect being something that could be muddled through. From taking your own amateur shots to seeking out royalty-free images or even investing is a photo stock bundle. Fast forward to 2018 and I think it's fair to say both the written and visual content of a blog is now of equal importance (give or take a few blog niches).
These days brands are not only looking for blogs and Instagram account to collaborate with that have basically professional photographer lever skills but readers are also wanting, and to some extent expecting, to see visually pleasing blog content and grids. High-quality content all round is the new norm!
So, while I've pretty much covered the flat lay basics (and beyond) of blog photography I thought it was about time I shared solutions for some common flat lay mistakes that can mean the difference between your images looking amateur and pro! If you have any specific flat lay questions then feel free to leave them in the comments below and I will try to answer them as best I can.
As it feels like I haven't created an eBay post in what seems like forever I thought I would put together a miscellaneous edit with an under £5 budget to get back into the swing of things.
I personally love discovering eBay items, generally from power sellers or stores, that offer a good saving on their retail value. So this edit combines bargain find as always, along with a few items that offer some great savings - I hope you love them!
When it comes to beauty dupes we now expect them to pop up from brands on the high street, but I can't say I have them in mind when I'm doing my weekly food shop. So Aldi having a plethora of beauty and skincare dupes has very much surprised me.
From designer candles dupes to some look-a-like (and feel alike!) cult skincare products, along with some budget beauty staples accessories that I've been beyond impressed with, Aldi is a budget beauty lovers dream right now! So I thought I'd share my top 5 Aldi Lacura beauty products today in hope to inspire a dedicated trip!
After packing for a little break away with my boyfriend is still fresh in my mind and it is summer, after all, I thought I share with you the beauty products seriously worth picking up to pack for your next vacation and enjoy using the rest of the time!
Below, you will find travel size products that not only save space in an overnight bag or suitcase but also work well as products in your makeup bag in their own right. From miniature versions of some cult classics to some seriously lust-worthy palettes for both home and away use.
Call it the UK heatwave or the fact I've been in a bit of a slump lately, but for the past two months I have probably worn the least amount of makeup since my teenage years.
Not only has this taught me to be more comfortable in my own skin, but my skin has felt better for it and on the days I do want to wear makeup I've found myself reaching for much fewer products with lighter textures and an overall fresher feel.
Below I think there are an interesting mix of beauty products that while having a juxtaposition about them actually work well together - think a low-maintenance high end look!
The thing about mascara is we don't often talk about the application technique behind it, we just kinda' brush it on.
Most of the time it looks good, but then there are the times even your favourite mascara can make your eyelashes look short and clumpy, or worst still you hurt your eye as you are wiggling the brush ever closer to the base of your lashes and your eye does that awful rolling to the back of your head in pain thing, please tell me that's not just me?
Is there such a thing as the perfect mascara application? Or is it just personal choice on how you best like to apply it? For me, I realised I was applying mascara in several different ways, dependant on... well nothing, really. It was more of a case of wiggling it at the base of my roots sometimes, then brushing it through on other occasions, because I never really took much thought to it or knew which way gave the best results. But then a few weeks ago after using the technique I want to share today (see below) and getting flawless clump-free eyelashes from with it, I thought why don't I do this every time? While it's nothing revolutionary or even something you won't have seen before it's pretty foolproof and for me gives the best results whatever type of mascara I go for.
While the interest is awash with beauty and skincare advise I often find entering a beauty related question/dilemma into Google more than likely throws up widely varying results and suggestions these days! Basically to the point of not knowing which source to trust or which advise to go with.
Which is how this post has come to be! Of course, this isn't much of a '101' type post as all, oops, but more of a look at a few common beauty problems that I feel I have knowledge in and can give my own advise on. From mastering winged liner to tacking oily but dry skin, I may just have the answers you have been looking for.
Anti-inflammatory and calming in nature rose as an ingredient is often found in skincare for both the face and body. From rosewater based toners to luxury bath oils, rose based products can be found all over my bathroom so today I wanted to share five floral favourites with you.
While it's a fact everyone should have a good facial sunscreen in their skincare routine come rain or shine, wearing a daily SPF while trying to keep blemishes and oily skin at bay can be a challenge, to say the least.
But thankfully we are seeing more and more targeted facial sunscreens for different skincare concerns hitting the shelves. Which is why I wanted to share my own personal favourites with you that are perfect for oily/combination skin types.
When summer hits I find I'm an all or nothing kinda' gal; bare-faced (i.e my 5-minute makeup routine) or seeking out bold pigmented makeup that glows in the sun. While bold coral makeup may seem daunting to some it suits all skin tones, looking fresh and summer suitable every time.
Below I have five fairly new coral makeup products perfect for summer that I hope you love just as much as I do!
Huda Beauty Coral Obsessions Palette
£25.00 Cult Beauty HERE
While Huda Beauty palettes are normally supersized the Obsessions range packs 3x3 ultra pigmented eyeshadows into something much more compact and travel-friendly. Although I'm fairly late to the game when it comes to Huda I'm currently obsessed with the Coral Obsessions palette, a slimeline edit of orange, red and yellow-hues to create the prettiest summer eye looks with. Easy to work with the seven matte shades do not disappoint, offering rich pigmentation and the ability to blend with little effort. However for me the stars of the show that really transform any look as the two shimmers to the palette that gives a foil-like finish and feel beyond buttery, both coral shades also have beautiful undertones to them!
For me, this truly is my new go-to palette for summer, whether it's for a wash of matte coral over my lids or something much more dramatic. I can't see how anyone that would be disappointed with this beauty!
Laura Geller Baked Gelato Vivid Swirl Blush in Papaya
From £.7.20 via eBay HERE
Described as a "vibrant coral" this stunning powder blush compact has just made its way into my summer makeup bag. Think a brightening pinky coral that lifts any makeup look, however, a light hand is required as it does pack some punch. It also offers a light sheen which is perfect for placing higher up on the cheeks to give a flush of colour with a slight radiant glow. This is a blusher made for summer evenings.
Benefit GALifornia Blusher
£25.50 from Feel Unique HERE
Another stunning blusher I couldn't not include and have raved about many times on Makeup Savvy is GALifornia which is a beautiful golden pinky coral shade. This is a makeup product that goes back into my makeup as soon as Spring hits so for a while now I'm been loving it again. From the packaging to the mini brush, the texture and even the vanilla scent I can't get enough of this summer-perfect blush. Oh, and it works amazingly well on the eyes too!
Glossier Cloud Paint Cream Brush in Beam
£15 from Glossier UK HERE
For lighter makeup days only weightless liquid formulas will do, and so Glossier Cloud Paint is often reached for on lazy summer days as it's the lightest flush of colour you can imagine. Patted and lightly blending into the skin this coral-peach watercolour-like blush is effortless and natural but can also be built up - it's up to you and the makeup you are going for. This is also a good option for longer makeup days as I find it stays put, looking fresh even when you aren't!
Can you tell I love a coral blush come this time of year?!
Hourglass Confession Ultra Slim High-Intensity Refillable Lipstick in 'No One Knows'
£28.00 from Cult Beauty HERE
With Hourglass just launching on Cult Beauty (my favourite place for more premium makeup!) I thought I'd share with you stunning warm coral lipstick in a cream finish from the beautiful Confession range! With such a price tag you know I expect quite a lot from a product and this certainly delivers on both quality (that sleek gold applicator!) and wearability, looking stunning on the lips and lasting well. On fair skin tones, 'No One Knows' is a wearable pigmented coral nude, going more coral in tone for the darker your skin, just gorgeous. It's also good to know that the refills can be picked up for £18.00! A very special feeling lipstick here.
Let me know your favourite coral makeup picks here and your own if you love summer coral makeup products just as much as I do!
Fee xo.
There is no denying that sheet masks have taken the skincare world by storm in the past few years. Going from only Korean imports to making their way to the shelves of drugstores and being tried out by so many major skincare players.
Which is why I can't get enough of my 5 minutes summer glow makeup routine right now. It's radiance-enhancing, subtle yet there, and oh so wearable for both day and night. It also only takes 6 products give or take!
Just the other week I shared the content of my Lastest in Beauty Style Beauty Awards Box purchase and while I picked out some ultra amazing products for only £25, I couldn't resist building another box! I know... I'm now on a spending ban!
So while the limited edition beauty box is still around, but not for much longer, I thought I'd share with you the contents of my second box as everything is a bit more summer/holiday focused!
As the seasons change so should a skincare routine but often a change is moisturiser and toner alone can be a costly affair. Thankfully, there are ways around this with skincare made affordable if you know the brands to opt for and where to look.
So today I'm sharing just that, with a lineup of five affordable skincare products perfect for any springtime routine for clear, fresh skin.
Today I wanted to hit you up with some summer bargains from only 99p! Whether you plan to make the most of the upcoming warmer weather or have a holiday booked I hope you can find some treasures in this edit.
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