Easter Treats 2018 - Alternative Gifts to Chocolate Eggs!

Alternative Easter Treats for 2018

Well, what can I say? We all love (or at least most of us!) chocolate, but sometimes, it's nice to get something a bit different, whether you are watching your sugar intake or not! 

First up, is my children's book, Rabbits & Their Night-Time Habits (The Amusing Adventures of Missy and Mr. Bun) The first edition stocks are running low, so if you would like to purchase it, please do so here.

The second Easter treat, is the most splendid Easter themed box featuring my very own March hare artwork, containing three delicious teas to try from the lovely people at Bluebird Tea Co. You can find out more by clicking here.

And lastly (oh my!) Is this scrumptious Dragon's Egg eye palette and highlighter make up, beautiful presented in of course, you've guessed it - a little egg. I bought this recently but I must admit it was much smaller than I imagined! But that's ok, it saves more inches on my waistband! For more information on this palette and other colours in the range, please click here.

REVLON Parfumerie Scented Nail Enamel

I saw these advertised recently in a magazine and couldn't resist checking them out. Although I have far too many nail varnishes for my liking I couldn't resist these. If I could I would buy the whole range, but for now I have just selected Watermint (sparkly pale green) and Surf Spray (blue) (both ideal for the summer), although I am very tempted by Autumn Spice. I bought these in Boots and they must be quite popular as there weren't many in stock. You don't really smell the scent when you take the lid off, it's only until application that you can smell it. Not only is the scent refreshing, but also long lasting plus you still get to enjoy the pretty colours. They are reasonably priced at £6.49 and you can purchase them here.

http://www.revlon.co.uk/Revlon-Home/Products/Nails/Nail-Color/Revlon-Scented-Nail-Enamel.aspx

Illamasqua Intense Lipgloss in Touch

I love lllamasqua products, unfortunately they are no shops near me and the make-up is a little above my budget, but I was tempted by the new Intense Lipgloss in Touch as part of the new 'I'm The One' collection (a Valentine theme).
It sure is a beautiful colour (see my swatch below), very strong tone and with gloss. The texture is quite sticky and the colour only stays on for a short while, as you would probably expect. Not one for windy days out (unless you like your hair sticking to your lips) or a date unfortunately (probably a bit scary for smoochies, stick to the Lollitint stain for that which I reviewed in my previous post!). Also, take your time over application to avoid smudges.


The lip gloss currently retails at £14.50 with free postage from here 

Benefit's Lollitint Cheek and Lipstain

So I received Benefit's new Lollitint Cheek and Lipstain today, rather pricey for £25 but you get a fairly big bottle and as I am student and bought it from asos with free delivery it was slightly cheaper than getting it from another site. I am a huge fan of Benefit and their lipstains and already have Cha Cha Tint (orange tone, in a small sample box, a freebie from a magazine, much prefer this size for trying), Posietint (pink) and the original colour, Benetint (Red). Personally, I found Benetint dried rather patchy on my lips so was a bit wary of trying the new tints, but the latter tints seem to have a smoother application and creamier formula. 

As for the Lollitint, the same nice creamier application and staying power, the colour itself was a bit scary when I first looked at, but it's not so bad on. It's definitely a cooler, blue tone pink, verging on pinky purple, so only a couple of applications are required if you don't want a too heavy and vibrant colour. I must admit, I have still got to make up my mind about this one, I may even prefer the lighter and brighter tones of Posietint and Cha Cha Tint. But it's ok for now, especially for darker and cooler seasons.

Buy it here

Application and tone after 3 applications with brush

NEW Liz Earle Strengthening Nail Colour

Oooh, I've just discovered this lovely lot! This is the first nail varnish collection from Liz Earle. Not only are they chip resistant but also are a bargain price of £7.50. One for the Christmas list me thinks! 

Liz Earle nail polish - website