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The Work of Fiction is Skin-deep
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Potions and lotions! Tried and tested or new to the world of cosmetics. I'll keep everyone updated on my search for the wonderful, effective and age defying.
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Too Faced Candlelight Revisited

I have to say I love a multitasking product, especially at this time of year when you might decide to have an impromptu weekend getaway or a day at the beach turns into an evening of drinks with frie...

15 may 12

Could Lip Stains be the Answer?

Of late, I have been getting more and more into lip colour. Gone are the days of barely there gloss and a dramatic dark eye being the only option for a night out. Typically, I would wear more discret...

02 may 12

Uriage Fluid Extreme Cream

It might seem a tad early to be thinking about SPF and sun protection, but I can honestly say this is something I use 365 days a year. Somehow, the risk associated with sun damage just doesnt seem wo...

22 apr 12

HG 2000 Calorie is true holy grail

As the title says, Max Factors 2000 calorie dramatic volume mascara in black/brown truly is my current HG mascara. It gives my lashes the perfect dramatic look with lots of volume, fanned out flutter...

08 apr 12

Once, Twice, Three Times an Acne Free Lady

Last year my skin was possibly at the worst it has been in my entire life. Having gone through the usual spotty teens followed by a relatively good run in my twenties, I was faced with skin in my ear...

03 apr 12

Wedding Outfit Options

With a wedding coming up in July (not mine;p), I am faced with having  to shop for those less practical of items, the wedding guest ensemble. So, already I am looking online and trying to g...

03 apr 12

MAC Face & Body Pales in Portugal

Recently the weather has been gorgeous here in Portugal and spring clothes have been slowly, but surely making a reappearance. With this comes the dreaded skirt. Legs have to be perfectly defuzzed, m...

26 mar 12

Fashion in Motion with MANGO & Kate Moss

Fashion in Motion with MANGO & Kate Moss by lilllisal featuring leather shoesMango biker jacket£45 - mango.comMango denim jacket£45 - mango.comMango slim fit blazer£80 - mango.comMango one piece ...

25 mar 12

St Paddys Day in Portugal

Since its not a holiday in Portugal most people would think I was a bit mad if I were to don a full-on St Paddys day get-up complete with Kiss me Im Irish t-shirt and oversized green hat. Therefore, ...

17 mar 12

M.I.A

I must apologise for the lack of blog posts of late. Since Christmas, I have possibly had the worst few weeks in memory. Just everything seems to have been going wrong. I wont go into too many detail...

05 feb 12

My Favourite Products from 2011

The following are items that found regular use and love in my routine, some were used prior, others were discovered (by me at least) in 2011. I wholeheartedly recommend trying them in 2012.  NYX...

30 dec 11

Busy as a Bee in Preparations for NYE

Its official, Ive gone mad. Well, thats what my faithful mut Micki is thinking as she stares at her mistress in puzzlement. Im sitting here, in front of the laptop, with honey smeared all over my fac...

30 dec 11

Christmas Eve Eve

Well, its almost here and while Christmas means different things to different people, to me its all about enjoying the simple things with those nearest and dearest. More often than not we cant be wit...

23 dec 11

Last Minute Christmas Shopping

Image sourced from clipartclipart.com Shopping for pressies can, at times, seem like the nightmare before Christmas. Stressed out shoppers, long lists and longer queues can sometimes take the joy out...

15 dec 11

Sigma - Travel Brush Kit Revisited

As some of you may recall, I was lucky enough to have a Sigma Travel Kit come into my life courtesy of Kat at Click&Makeup. Since then, I have been using this kit like theres no tomorrow. I took it w...

26 nov 11

Handbag Envy

Strange as it may seem, I have never lusted after Burberry nor have I suffered from the green eyed monster for many other designer brands. I love a leather bag that feels like its good quality, but I...

06 nov 11

When a HG is no longer a HG

You know the story Im sure. Youd finally found your HG foundation, swearing to be faithful for ever more. Until one day, you strayed. My HG, until recently was Make Up Forevers HD foundation in 115, ...

26 sep 11

Its been too long

Ladies, I must apologise for my long absence. Its been a particularly stressful month, with a return to work, dissertation proposal done and submitted, sister moving country to live with me, moving h...

26 sep 11

What was I thinking?

Visiting home always seems to result in a trip down memory lane, which would not be complete without a look through the umpteen photo albums buried in the cupboards. Inevitably, the looks sported so ...

29 aug 11

Blog Hop

As a relative newcomer to blogging, Im always on the look out for new ideas for connecting with other more experienced bloggers. The most recent concept Ive heard of is the Blog Hop, basically from m...

22 aug 11

Gone Fishing

The lack of posts lately is due to a holiday back home. Im currently in not-so-sunny Ireland. Yes, it really does rain that much. Coming soon will be an update on how my Travel brushes from Sigma far...

19 aug 11

Sigma Travel Kit - Naughty in Black - a win!

About a week or so ago, on a lazy Sunday afternoon, I was casually checking my emails and spied one from Kat at Click & Make-up ( check out her blog at http://www.clickandmake-up.com ), I had won ...

04 aug 11

My ROC in sunny climes

With type 1 skin (no tanning, just burning); living in a relatively sunny country like Portugal, good sun protection is a must. Other than the usual vanity related reasons such as premature aging and...

04 aug 11

Bioderma - Sensibio Light Soothing cream for sensitive intolerant skin

As much as I love my makeup, seriously feeling better, more confident and like I can handle whatever the world might throw at me while wearing it, I adore taking it off at the end of the day. Nothing...

04 aug 11

It wont let you down

Rexona or Sure, depending on where you live. The warm weather has kicked in, finally. So, the constant worry of dampness and being less than fresh has followed suit. Ive tried just about every type o...

25 jul 11

Bioderma - Sensibio H2O (or Crealine)

Sought after by many, obtainable in return for hefty postage charges and possibly your first born. Well, not quite... I have actually found this in chemists in Portugal, but I have to admit I am...

25 jul 11

Mavala - Elle nail polish

Normally Im quite traditional with nail colours, favouring deep reds, nudes or blacks, depending on mood and season. I generally like more natural colours on long nails for summer and more dramatic s...

25 jul 11

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23 jul 11

Red faced and clear skinned (Almost)

First of all, apologies for having been away for so long. Its been a hell of a month, stressful to say the least. I cant say the causes of all that stress have gone, but being a Friday and seeing the...

16 jul 11

Stretch Marks - A girls worst enemy

As a teen I wasnt in the habit of moisturising after each shower and inevitably with growth spurts, both upwards and outwards, stretch marks were a given. Back then it just didnt seem to be nearly as...

27 jun 11

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