Not so ‘Klassy’ – Review of Myleene Klass Nails

So money is getting tighter for everyone these days, but from hair to nails us ladies want to be as glamorous as ever! I have been a fan of using nail wraps mostly foils in the past and they usually retail around the €12- €15 mark. On a recent shopping trip Myleene Klass Nails caught my eye at a penny pinching €7.00! I decided to give them go..i thought how bad could nail wraps be..it turned out really bad!!

 I opted for a blue and white polka-dot design which looked relatively decent in the package. However, when i got home and put them on the results looked like i had cut up kids stickers and stuck them on my nails. They didn’t break off well at the filing stage and seen as i have relatively long nails i haven’t experienced these problems in the past. This resulted in loads of little bumps around the tops of my fingers (very attractive). That evening after the painstaking hour of applying the wraps i went to bed and woke up to take them straight off the €7 was not worth the embarrassment!

The moral of the story is never buy JML beauty products! I would advise anyone looking for a nice nail wrap for summer to go with Models Own, they just brought out a huge variety of designs in Boots stores and start at €10.00 so won’t break the bank!

Prime Position! What make-up primer is for you?

This week it seems every brand from Rimmel to Estee Lauder are launching new make-up primers! With so many primers on the market it is hard to understand what the real benefits of each are. From illuminating to skin smoothing, there are numerous types and brands all offering different advantages, so which one is for you? This week I will discuss different types of primers to help you find the primer that is right for your skin type!

• Tired Dull skin – Illuminating

If your skin is currently dull and lackluster and you want to start beaming into the summer months, then you need an illuminating primer! Illuminating primers are best used when mixed into liquid foundations and give a fresh dewy glow, use a foundation brush for application to give an added airbrushed effect. This should then be followed with a light powder and if possible a cream blush, again adding to the fresh morning glow that you want to achieve with this look. Go easy on the eye make-up, add lashings of mascara and a natural lip gloss. This look can be seen beautifully on the left as worn by Kate Bosworth.

My favourite product for getting this dewy look is Clarins ‘Instant Light Complexion Perfector’. One pump of this light weight primer mixed in with your foundation or worn alone can help you achieve the look shown above. At the price of €27.45 it’s not a cheap option but it lasts weeks as this look is not for the everyday!

This product is available in 3 shades (00,02,03) with the original  (00) being the best to get the look outlined above. However one of the newer shades 03 has a tanned tint which makes it a gorgeous holiday must have, forwhen you already have a tan and don’t need a heavy foundation one pump of this primer makes you look totally glowing throughout your holiday, day and night!

• Open Pores/ Wrinkles – Smoothing

For both ageing and young woman, skin imperfections can be a cause for concern. Whether it is the beginning of the dreaded crows feet or acne scarring, we all long for smooth perfect skin. If you find you struggle with skin imperfections, especially those that cannot be simply covered with make -up smoothing primers are for you!

These primers can be used to fill in open pores, wrinkles and mask skin imperfections such as rosacea and discolouring. These primers should simply be used over your daily moisturiser and under your foundation and can be applied to either problem areas or the whole face with your foundation brush. Below you can see three of my favourite smoothing primers that suit everyone’s budgets!

L’Oreal Studio Secrets

Bourjois Smoothing Primer

Clarins Instant Smooth

• Oily/ Combination Skin – Mattifying 

If you suffer with oily or combination skin and dread the mid day T-zone shine, a mattifying primer is the one for you! By priming your skin with a mattyfing base it gives your make-up a matte look that should last all day. This primer should be oil free and applied to the whole face after you have applied a light day moisturiser.

The best mattifying base I have come across is No.7 ‘ Shine Free Make-up Base’ due to its all day lasting power and good price!  Priced at around €14 this primer offers long sufferers of shiny skin some relief.  It also contains light reflecting particles found in most illuminating primers that helps to disguise fine lines and flaws while ensuring a matte finish all day!

Lovely Lushies for Mummies!

This week I have been browsing online for some funky Mother’s Day gifts that combine a ladies love of cosmetics with something cute and personal with an added luxurious treat, and I have found all of these things perfectly combined in Lush’s Mothers Day gifts. Their Mother’s day selection ranges from individual ‘wands’, gift sets and treatment vouchers, so there is definitely something to suit all tastes and budgets!For me the wands really offer something special!!

I love these wands they are so cute and each have a different scent and meaning to your mummy! While the tulip, ‘the mum’ flower and butterfly wands all make bath times a ‘scentsational’ lovely luxury as they add reusable bubbles and fragrance, the washing up fairy is a bit of yummyness added into everyday chores. These fairy’s are reusable wands that can be swished around your washing up water to create an effective washing up product that is softer on hands and kinder to the environment. Although this is a cleaning product it was made with mothers in mind, as the wand stick reads ” Mum put your feet up, I’l do the washing tonight”, Lush hopes this cool invention will encourage others in the household to do the dishes and take the pressure off mothers!

My favourite thing about these gifts is the tags that are attached, not only do they have a lovely mummy message but they also have wild flower seeds encrusted in the card so they can be planted  and watered to make sure your gift is always remembered! Little things like this just echo Lush’s individuality, their Eco spirit, kindess to mother earth and of course the fact they do not test on animals (which is always the biggest plus!!).

These wands can be purchased in their complete scent set or separately. I advise a trip to Lush to chose the wands that would tickle your mothers fancy and why not give your loved one a bouquet that can be used again and again!

Splurge vs. Save in Eyebrow Essentials!!

So filling in eyebrows has become an essential part of most ladies make-up regime! Whether you want to look like an extra from Desperate Scousewives or just add definition to your brows to shape your face, today i will discuss my favourite saves and splurges in eyebrow innovations.Filling in your eyebrows help those that lack thickness or shape, but also gives the illusion of lifting in the eye area. This can be especially effective for those starting to worry about the creeping in of crows feet!

• Splurge 

Estee Lauder offer an “Automatic Brow Pencil”,so unlike most traditional brow pencils it does not need to be pared regularly. This not only means you can be extra lazy but you also get a lot more use out of the product as you can use it right to the end. The pencil is also ended with a small brush and this is one of the things I love about this product. It is a really thick slanted eyebrow brush that allows you to sweep it through your brows ensuring the product looks natural . While this pencil is pricey at €24.90 it comes with a refill and once bought refills can be purchased for  a reasonable €11.69, so it is what I would call an investment! It comes in a range of colours for blondes and brunettes, so if you want to splash the cash this might be the one for you!

A new trend in the brow world is using powder instead of a pencil and I for one am a big fan of this approach! I could not live without my Clarins Eyebrow “Pro Palette”  but with at a price of  €39 it would have to be love for most people to purchase. This palette offers a lot for your money it includes three shadow colours for every complexion, a highlighter, wax, mini tweezers, applicator and brow brush. It is a complete brow solution on the go. For me powder offers a much more natural look but is best suited to those just wanting to define their brows, if you have sparse hair it is more beneficial to use a pencil as the powder needs hair to cling to. The highlight powder gives your eyes that extra lift and brows increased definition, a small bit of wax on the eyebrow brush sweeped across ensures your set  for the day!

• Save

After looking at two of  my priciest favourites we can now all loosen the purse strings and look at two products that suits everyone’s budgets!

 Rimmel’s “Professional Eyebrow Pencil” offers a soft natural eyebrow look for a fantastic price of €4.67.  This pencil has a medium softness, therefore it will last a few months while not burning your eyebrows trying to draw them on! This pencil comes in hazel, dark brown and black, so without a vast selection there may not be a colour to suit everyone. One of the best things about this product is the brow brush attached to the lid. This means you will never be stuck running around looking for your eyebrow brush and you can always ensure perfect brows on the go!

One of my favourite funky brands at the moment Soap and Glory have now brought out their own eyebrow pencil ” Arch de Triumph”. This pencil can be yours for a reasonable €11.00  and gives you both an eyebrow definer and highlighter. Currently there is only one shade available “Taupe/ Buff” which is quite a brownish shade that would suit any brunette. For me the main seller for this pencil is the super soft highlighter crayon that gives great definition and lift. The pencil also comes with handy brow shapers so I would recommend it for those that lack confidence in shaping their brows. However, due to the lack of colours I think it will be awhile before this product is taking the beauty world by storm!

Just remember LESS IS MORE if you look like the picture below start again

Check out Debenhams.ie for many of these products that currently have 10% off !!

Next week I will look at some of the best Mothers Day Gifts!!

‘Two B’ or not to B! No.7 BB cream review!!

If you have been in Boots over the last few weeks it would be hard not to notice No.7′s new yummy ranges! Not only has the packaging been given an uplift, they also have some great new products with a fresh twist, My favourite being their Beautiful Skin BB Cream.

BB cream or ‘blemish balm’ has been around for years and is current a craze throughout the beauty industry, with everyone from Garnier to Estee Lauder offering their version of the beauty classic. No.7′s BB cream comes for all different skin types that can be seen above ensuring that you have just the right consistency! The product gives a light to medium coverage with an SPF 15.

I am currently using the normal/ dry and find it great for every day wear providing a fresh faced dewy finish. The bad points of this product and like all BB creams is its lasting power! To increase its staying power i use a medium to full coverage powder. By the time i get home after a long day however I do look like I have no make-up on at all! My verdict is its a great product for people that like tinted moisturisers or are running to the shops and don’t want to chance bumping into a hottie with no make-up on, but I wouldn’t be wearing it anywhere important and would not recommend it for those wanting to cover blemishes!

I have heard on the beauty grapevine that the Estee Lauder BB cream does offer good coverage and lasting power, I haven’t tried it yet but it’s next on the list! I will be sure to report back

New Year ,New You- A few simple resolutions to keep you fresh faced in 2013!

We’re all guilty of taking a few short cuts in our skincare and make-up regimes to have a few extra minutes in bed or like me just general laziness!However, with the new year comes new resolutions which most of us will have given up on by the end of the month. But fear not ladies today my blog gives a few simple resolutions that you can follow all year long to ensure your skin is at its best throughout 2012.  The recent festivities fueled with food, drink and now the January blues takes it toll on our complexion, but following these simple steps can help bring back a new year glow!

1.Always Remove Your Make-up

My biggest skincare faux pax and many others is not taking off my make-up before bed. If you have been wearing heavy foundation all day, not only will it ruin your pillow cases but can also cause your pores to be clogged leading to spots and blackheads!While another lazy alternative we all use is make-up wipes these are still not the greatest idea. Although they are really convenient when falling into bed they only take off surface dirt and rarely take away all the make-up left in pores, with cheaper brands also being quite drying on on the skin. So start 2012 off by always using a cleanser and toner to ensure a fresh faced glow!

2. Clean Your Make-up Brushes

Make-up brushes come into contact with your products, natural oils present on your face and dust in the air, this creates the perfect place for bacteria to multiply. This grossness should encourage us to wash our brushes but often we forget to, or some of us addicts our in continuous need of our brushes. It is advised that make-up brushes are cleaned weekly, but realistically 2-3 weeks is fine. While pricey brush cleaners are available on the market, my advice is to simply lather them in a soft shampoo and do this at night time so they are fresh and clean for use in the morning!

3. Drink More Water

Most of us are guilty of picking a can of Coke over a bottle of water, but this is not only effecting our waist line but has a harsh effect on your complexion. Many people live being constantly mildly dehydrated, especially throughout January after all the boozy Christmas nights out! Drinking more water makes you feel better inside and out, with the boost in hydration appearing in the glow of your skin.The cold days aren’t going away just yet and all the central heating makes your skin even more dehydrated. Click here to answer a few questions and calculate how much water you should be drinking each day.

4. Healthy Lifestyle

Most of us will want to loose a few pounds after all those crimbo feasts but greasy food, alcohol and other vices such as smoking all take their toll on your skin. As the old saying goes your body is a temple, and what ever you put in definitely effects you both inside and out. Try and cut down take away’s and increase your intake of healthy foods such as lean meat, fish and fresh veg and most importantly get at least 7-8 hours of sleep each night. Next time you smoke a cigarette think of all the lines it is creating around your mouth and it will help keep you away from your next puff.

Good luck with all your New Years resolutions and I hope all my readers have a great 2012!

It’s a Man’s World – Keep the man in your life fresh this Christmas!

So today my blog is going to be totally different as I will be talking about men’s products, but all you ladies can appreciate the smell and softness of their skin once they are in action! I will go through some of the best men’s skincare on the market which are perfect stocking fillers for the festive season. Most men today like to look after themselves (even if they won’t admit it) so moisturisers, face washes, shower gels and exfoliators are a great gift for any guy and might be an alternative to the tired tradition of aftershave buying!

Clarins

Clarins men’s products are a firm favourite of many men, there is a huge range from moisturisers, eye creams, face wash and body wash to name a few. If your guy likes to pamper himself or your just tired of him robbing your moisturiser in the mornings the Clarins men’s gift set for 2011 is perfect. It includes a full size moisturising balm that is perfect for any dry skin, irritations caused by shaving and is absorbed quickly. Also included is a full sized face wash and travel sized serum, shaving foam and after shave lotion. This allows the trial of many products that may become part of a future skincare regime. In my experience most other half’s also love Clarins men’s products as they smell divine after being applied to the skin (take note lads).

No.7

Another favourite of mine and a bit less expensive then the Clarins men’s range is No.7 for men. No.7 also have a vast range of products and have even incorporated their famous ‘Protect and Perfect’ range into the men’s range. The great thing about No.7 for men this christmas is that they have a number of gifts that are also on Boot’s famous Christmas ’3 for 2′ offer.  You can knock some of your other gifts off the list while picking up some No. 7 for men, or pick up three and allow all the men in your life look good for the new year!I have picked my top three No.7 for men gifts below.

No. 7 Shower Regime Hanging Shower Bag

No. 7 Men Shave Gift

No.7 Men’s Skincare Selection

For a closer look at all the No.7 for men’s gift sets available or to pick up your ’3 for 2′ click here!

King of Shaves

Even more kind to your wallet then No. 7 and popluar among men i know is the much loved King of Shaves. King of Shaves products are found in most chemist’s/ supermarkets and are really effective. They have moisturisers, face washes, shaving foam, razors and their most famous product I am aware of is their range of shaving oils. King of shaves products leave the skin clean and fresh with many of their products incorporating menthol ingredients, leaving the skin feeling really cool. I have  pictured below the King of Shaves products that I know are popular among the men in my life!

Soothing and Cooling Face Balm

Kinexium Shave Oil

Big Night Out Pack

To find out more about King of Shaves click here and check out their really impressive website!And ladies don’t forget their is also a ‘Queen of Shaves’ that makes some great women’s products, so treat yourselves while your there

Back to Basics – Cleanse, Tone & Moisturise

My blog this week may seem a bit of a boring topic compared to the glamorous world of fake eyelashes, tanning and the make- up looks i usually blog about. However, all these looks cannot be truly effective on any ladies skin if it has not been prepared with a cleanser, toner and most importantly moisturiser!I’m known for being a member of the moisturiser police but it is a really, really important part of anyone’s make – up routine. Moisturisers keep your skin hydrated, create a barrier between your pores and pollution, and most moisturising creams nowadays contain an SPF protecting your skin from harmful and ageing sun rays. If you are reading this thinking I don’t wear a moisturiser because it makes my skin greasy/ shiny/makes me get spots/ makes my skin dry etc, etc, then you are using the wrong moisturiser. After reading this blog I hope you will be converted to the other side and your skin will thank you for it with a soft radiant glow!

Combination Skin

Your skin type is  combination if you have oily skin in your T-Zone (nose, forehead, chin) illustrated on the left in oval shapes. And your cheeks go through stages of dryness which can result in dry patches, shown on the left in the circle shapes. It is a myth that combination skin is only a skin type of teenagers as a long sufferer myself i know how frustrating it can be. But there are numerous products out there that cater for women with combination skin. Go for cleansers and toners made specifically for combination skin as light as possible. Look for gel washes, water based toners, don’t go for the most luxuriously creamy options as they will cause your T-zone to become increasingly oily. Moisturisers that are gels/ lotions work best for combination skin! Most skincare ranges incorporate gels and lotions in each of their ranges. Below is a few of my favourite moisturisers for combination skin.

Clarins Hydra -Matte Lotion €27.50

Clarins Multi Active Lotion €56.00

Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturising Lotion

Dry Skin

Dry skin tends to happen to us all at different times of the year. Most people will be feeling that taut dryness creeping back with long cold nights causing us to constantly be around heating at home and if your anything like me blasting warm air all day in the car!. The best way to know if your skin is dry or dehydrated is to look at your skin after a shower and see if it is tight or flakey. The good news is that every skincare range incorporates products for dry skin. When shopping for cleansing products choose creamy cleansers and toners containing no alcohol as this can also cause dryness, look for toners with calming ingredients if  your dry skin tends to be itchy or sensitive. When choosing a moisturiser go for a cream with a mid to heavy to texture, try a bit on your hand see how long it takes to be absorbed and you will know the consistency you are comfortable with. Below is a few of my favourite moisturisers and serums for dry skin. Most of us will pick up a heavier mosturiser or serum for the winter months to keep off that grey winter look.

No. 7 Essential Moisture €11.75

Clarins HydraQuench Serum €53.00

Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Daily Moisturiser €35.00

Oily Skin

Oily skin is one of the hardest skin types to live with as you are more prone to blemishes. Like combination, oily skin is often thought of as a teenage hormonal result but many women live with oily skin phases throughout their life. When choosing cleansing products for oily skin pick ones ideally that are oil free as thick oily creams/ cleansers will result in even more oil being produced in your skin. Go for a light cleanser such as a thin cream or gel wash. Toners are really important for those with oily skin as they help tighten pores and control oil production. Don’t be pulled in by the promises on the box and go for products such as Clearasil, in my experience they don’t get rid of your spot in a day and contain numerous chemicals. Go for one that is again light on the skin and contains some good oil fighting ingredients such as witch hazel. Look for moisturisers and serums that use the word ‘mattifying’ as this will help give a matte look rather then the shininess oily skin types often have to deal with. Below is a collection of skincare products I would recommend to help control oily skin.

 Clarins Ultra- Matte Rebalancing Lotion €27.50                      

Burt’s Bees Anti Blemish Solution Range – Prices begin at €13.99

No.7 Beautifully Clear Blemish Serum €24.45                            

Remember ladies not all skin types are set in stone and if you find your changing from dry to oily etc it is completely normal, especially throughout different times of the year, hormonal phases and stress. Just take comfort in the fact that you can try out more of these lovely products

Your No Streaks Guide to Tantalising Tanning

So now the weather is getting colder, days are getting shorter, but fear not girls we do not need to lose our fastly fading summer glow. Whether you want a lasting false tan or one to apply solely for those special nights out, I will bring you some of my favourite fake tans on the market, with no skin damaging sun beds in sight!. Fake tan can be used for all ages, and are now available for all skin types, follow my tips on how not to over do this look as umpa-lumpa’s are not very attractive!

Wear Off Tan’s

First we will look at my favourite wear off tan’s from the luxury, mid price and lower price range. There is a perfect tan out there for every budget!

Luxury – Clarins Delicious Self Tanning Cream

As stated in my previous blog ‘My Top 3 Beauty Products of 2011′, this Clarins self tanning cream is a brilliant product that results in a glorious glow. This wear off  false tan offers a really natural look for both the face and body. It is perfect for anyone who has reservations about their application skills, as applying this self tanning cream is fool proof  and the moisturising gel like texture makes you feel like you are applying a body cream. With extracts of pure cocoa powder this tan makes you look and smell delicious for up to 7 days. The cocoa butter and aloe vera extracts leave skin feeling nourished and moisturised. This tan is specifically good for those who have sensitive skin due to the high quality of ingredients and soft texture. Clarins Delicious self tanning cream retails for €25 from all Boots and most department stores. This false tan may seem pricey  but you are really purchasing a body moisturiser and tan in one product, it is well worth treating yourself to!

For more info, reviews and to purchase this product from Boots.com click here.

Mid- Price Range – No.7  Quick Dry Tinted Lotion

I tried this No.7 quick dry tinted lotion only last weekend and found the colour really natural, the product was easy to apply,dried fast and lasted for at least 4 days!. This false tan is a liquid texture that is brown on application so it is easy to see if you have any streaks or patches before the tan has developed. It can be used on both the body and face and comes in light/medium and medium/dark shades. The only con to this product is that it does have that ‘tan smell’ we all have to endure, but in my opinion it is worth it and most good tans in my experience all smell the same. At the price point of €16.75 this tan won’t break the bank and this 200ml bottle will last months (depending on the level of your tan addiction).

To read more glowing reviews about this product and how to order click here.

Lower Price Range – Soltan Beautiful Bronze Self – Tan Gel

Soltan Beautiful Bronze Self-Tan Gel is Boots own brand tanning product that can rival many of its more expensive competitors. This self tan gel reminds me of a more cost effective  version of the Clarins Delicious tanning range as it also incorporates the gel texture, that makes it so easy to apply. This false tan also has a bronzed colour for easy application and dries within the first few minutes after it is applied, meaning it is great to have for last minute events or anytime you have to tan in a rush. My only criticism of this tan is that it can be a bit sparkly which may put off more mature ladies or those wanting a natural tan to wear everyday. However for a night out it is perfect and at the sale price of €6.97 from Boots.com you can’t go wrong! (usually rrp €10.50).

To grab this bargain click here!

Instant Tan

Sometimes we can’t be bothered going to all the hassle of wear off tans they are time consuming, have that ‘tan smell’ and ruin your favourite sheets! This is were the beauty of wash off or instant tan comes in. Instant tan allows you to apply right before the event and wash it off after, no fuss. The only problem is living in Ireland rain should be expected, meaning spotty legs are a constant fear when relying solely on instant tan. I would recommend having a light application if you can manage it with a wear off tan, topping it off with some instant tan right before you leave the house!. My favourite tan and concealer of all things is the amazing Sally Hansen ‘Airbrush Legs’.

Sally Hansen ‘Airbrush Legs’ is a life saver for any marks like bruises or wear off tan streaks and mistakes previously made. It can also be used on it’s own and acts as what i like to call a ‘foundation for the body’. Unlike the name suggests this tanning product is safe to use on your whole body, but I wouldn’t recommend its use on the face due to it’s heavy consistency. This false tan is best applied with a tan mitt, it can be quite messy due to it being a spray so make sure to do it in a bathroom or somewhere that things cannot be stained around you. There are four different colours to choose from, from light glow to dark glow. I usually go for the medium glow you can’t go  wrong and at €13.99 it is pricey but lasts ages and is great to have lying around to fix any mishaps. It is also always on different promotions around chemists and supermarkets so keep and eye out and you might get a bargain!

Tanning Tips

Finally I will leave you with a few tips on application just so you don’t look like these lovely ladies to the left!

1. Always exfoliate in the shower before applying false tan to ensure no patches.

2. Apply body lotion to dry areas, particularly elbows, knees, feet and hands.

3. Apply tan evenly and sparingly in the areas noted above as these are the most prone to problematic results.

4. When applying tan on the face stay away from hair lines.

5.  If applying tan with your hands use latex gloves or wash hands immediately, it will not be a good luck in the morning!

6. Apply body lotion post tan to keep it fresh and glowing for days.

7. Finally, don’t over do it, less is more as always .

Festive Flirty Lashes!

We are now in the cold depths of November and most of us are starting our month long hibernation in anticipation of all the Christmas nights out coming up! Today I am going to conclude on my last blog entry ‘From Fuller Lashes to the Perfect Pout’ by focusing on how to get  that fuller lash look, giving you an extra flutter over the party season.

• Natural Look

Fear not people false eyelashes can be a compliment to any make-up look, you don’t need to go for the ‘spider leg’ Jersey Shore look to pull this off!. Some of the most seductive make-up looks out there actually include little effort,natural look false lashes are one way to get this sultry seduction in just a few steps. The beautiful Mila Kunis who can be seen in the pictures below is a really big fan of this trend.  At both red carpet events Mila is wearing a really simple make-up look but adds high glamour and definition with the use of false eyelashes, really bringing out the sparkle in her eyes.

The best way to pull off Mila’s look and exaggerate your own lashes without the fake effect is by using individual lashes. By using individual eyelash extensions you can pick what areas to emphasis as they come in three varying lengths and fullness. I would recommend Eylure individual lashes, they do take that extra bit of patience and time but they last a lot longer then regular strip lashes. The promise on the box is that they last up to four weeks, however in my experience I was happy to these lash for at most a week but for €6.25, that’s not a bad result. My best advice on the application of individual lashes is be persistent, practice makes perfect!

If you are feeling a bit lazy or apprehensive but want a natural festive flutter then why not try a natural look strip lash to add extra volume, try eylure Naturalites 020 . These lashes also come in brown which may appeal to the more mature lady searching for a really natural uplifting lash look. The only cons with these is that they don’t last as long, but they are reusable and a lot less finiky in comparison to individual lashes!

• Bold Look

For a more extreme lash look this Winter there are numerous options from eylure, No.7, Girl’s Aloud, Eye Candy and many more. It is up to you how bold you go, but make sure not to go to over the top as this may result in cheapening your look. The always vibrant Katy Perry is a huge fan of the bold false eyelash look adding intensity and drama to all her outgoing fashion pieces.

To add volume, drama and intensity I would recommend Eyelure Naturalite Volume Plus 101. Pictured to the left these lashes are a strip lash, that add both fullness and length and are really easy to apply.

For a bold look with added glitz, which I think is particularly festive for every Christmas party are the Girl’s Aloud party false eyelash range. My favourite one’s are those designed by band member Nicola. These lashes give a weightless bold effect with the added vintage inspired sequence on the curl of the lash adding some serious festive sparkle!

The great news is all of these lashes are now 10% off from Debenhams click here to find out more info!

Now you will have the perfect fluttering eyelashes for all those mistletoe moments!