Truthful Tuesday¦ Comparing Yourself

Hello Lovelies.
This last few weeks have been super hard for me and I've found myself caught up in a whirlwind of self- hatred. I cannot stand my body at the moment and I've decided to sort out a new diet regime and exercise plan to help me. However, I always find myself comparing my body to that of other girls and working myself up about how my legs aren't as thin as hers or how my stomach isn't as flat as hers.

In actual fact, my legs might not be as thin as hers and my stomach may not be as flat as hers, but I'm still human like her. Everyone is the same on the inside and its not about being in competition with other girls/ boys, it's about being in competition with yourself and being the best version of yourself you can be. You are good enough and you should never let anybody make you believe that you have to prove yourself. Only you can be you, nobody else and that's why you're the best. Nobody can be you like yourself.

No matter what you look like on the outside, whether you are curvy or thin, it's your personality that reflects who you are. So why not be confident? Embrace what you have and be happy with it. Change anything you dislike, but only if that's because you're not happy with it, not other people. There will always be people that love you for you and that wouldn't want a thing to change about you. They might not say it all of the time but it's true. You are loved. Everyone is different on the outside, different shapes and sizes but making that the epitome of life is shallow minded. Its what is on the inside that counts.

It's sad that people compare themselves to others and don't feel good enough in their own skin. However, there are assets you may have that others might not and that is what makes us all different. The world would be boring if we all looked and acted the same right? Be yourself, be interesting and funny and keep doing all those silly things you do, because they make you who you are. Never stop being who you are.
You should never have to prove yourself to anybody.

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Do you find yourself comparing yourself with others?
Leave any comments below, they really are appreciated.

All my love.
K

OOTD- Pink Faux Fur

Hello Lovelies.
I've been putting a few winter outfits together recently and this is one of my faves for a casual day out. I hope you enjoy!

Jeans- Topshop (Available Here)
Plain White Tee- Primark (Online Alternative)
Leather Jacket- Miss Selfridge (Discontinued- Alternative)
Pink Faux Fur Stole- Primark (Online Alternative)
Platform Boots- Defyne (Online Alternative)
Necklace- Primark (Online Alternative)
Bag- Primark (Online Alternative)

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Will you be purchasing any faux fur this winter?
Leave any comments below, they really are appreciated.

All my love
K

Emerald Smokes Make-Up Look

Hello Lovelies.
The party season is finally here and I have been practicing a few wearable looks for a Christmas! This Emerald Green eye is perfect for a Party or even Christmas Day. Enjoy!

Base Make-Up:
Nivea Original Moisturizer
LOreal Infallable Foundation (Shade 140)
LOreal True Match Concealer (Shade Vanilla)
MAC Mineralize Skinfinish Natural (Shade Medium Tan)

Contour, Blush & Highlight:
LOreal Glam Bronze (As Contour- Shade 06)
GOSH Multicolour Blush (Shade Pink Pie)
MAC Pigment (As Highlight- Shade Vanilla)

Eye Make- Up:
Global Goddess Complexion Perfection Duo (As Primer- Shade Goddess Glow)
MUA Ever After Matte Palette (As Lid Colour- Shade Smoke)
MUA Ever After Matte Palette (Transition Colour- Shade Penny)
Barry M Fine Glitter Dust (All over Lid Colour- Shade 25)
MUA Liquid Liner (Shade Black)
MAC Eye Pencil (Shade Ebony)
Maybelline The Falsies Mascara (Black Waterproof)

Lips:
MAC Lipstick (Matte Shade Ruby Woo)
Original Vaseline

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What make-up looks will you be going for this Christmas?
Leave any comments below, they mean a lot to me.

All my love
K

My Every Day Make- Up Routine

Hello Lovelies.

My every- day make-up routine changes during the colder months as I like to go for a base with a little more coverage and a more defined contour. I like to change up my products now and then and I have really been loving this basic look lately, so I just had to share it with you!

                                                                 Base Make-Up-
Moisturizer- Nivea Original:  I initially apply a moisturizer before foundation as I have not yet found a primer that does the same trick! I love this Nivea Original moisturizer as it is super smooth and hydrating for my skin.
Foundation- LOreal Infallable Foundation: I have literally used this foundation every day since I bought it. This foundation has a natural matte finish and lasts all day without clinging to problem areas on my skin, which of course, I adore! (Shade 140 Beige Dore- Applied with Real Techniques Stippling Brush)
Concealer- LOreal True Match Concealer: I apply this concealer in an 'upside down triangle' shape underneath my eyes to brighten up my face. This technique makes the skin look glowing and really opens up my eyes. (Shade Vanilla- Applied with Real Techniques Pointed Foundation Brush)
Powder- MAC Mineralize Skinfinish Natural: I apply this product all over my face to set my foundation in place. This is a very light powder and a little goes a long way. I love the final finish this gives to my base make-up without making me look 'cakey'. (Shade Medium Tan- Applied with Real Techniques Powder Brush)

                                                       Contour, Blush & Highlight-
Contour- LOreal Glam Bronze: I adore this bronzer for contouring as it is so soft and has no shimmer at all. Only a small amount is needed to create a defined look and the matte finish looks amazing alongside the Infallable Foundation. I apply this under my cheek bones, around my jaw line and around my forehead. (Shade 06 Bronze Golden Bronze- Applied with Real Techniques Contour Brush)
Blush- Sleek Individual Blush: I love Sleek blushers as they are so pigmented and they last a lifetime. I gently apply a small amount of my 'go- to' shade on to the apples of my cheeks to add a little flush of colour to my complexion. (Shade 933 Coral- Applied with Lydia Blush Blush)
Highlight- MAC Vanilla Pigment: For a little added dewiness to my look, I add a small amount of Vanilla Pigment on the tops of my cheek bones, under my brow bone, down my T-zone and my cupids bow. (Applied with Real Techniques Deluxe Crease Brush)

                                                        Eye Make- Up & Eyebrows-
Eyebrows- MUA Pro Brow Kit: Before putting any product on to my eyebrows, I brush them into shape with a spoolie. I then go in with the darkest brown colour in my palette, following the natural shape of my eyebrows. As I usually have my eyebrows tinted, I make sure not to over- apply this product as this will give my eyebrows an unnatural look. I then take some of the gel in this palette onto my finger and gently run this through my eyebrows to set them in place. (Shade Dark- Applied with Real Techniques Brow Brush)
Eyeshadow- MUA Ever After Matte Palette: As a wash of colour on my lids, i use the shade 'Fade' which is a very nude toned brown. This goes all over my lid creating a base. I then go in with the shade 'Penny' which is a medium brown and I apply this in the crease to give my eyes some depth. I also apply this colour underneath my eyes. I then blend the crease shadow with the base for a less harsh look. (Base Shadow Applied with Lydia Small Flat Brush, Crease Shadow Applied with Real Techniques Base Shadow Brush, Under Eye Shade Applied with Real Techniques Detailer Brush)
Mascara- Maybelline The Falsies Volume Express Mascara: This is my all time favourite mascara and I apply this after curling my lashes for a more lengthening application. This mascara makes my lashes look longer and thicker and is really easy to apply.

                                                                  Lip Products-
Lip Balm- Vaseline: You can't go wrong with a bit of original Vaseline to hydrate those lips before putting on any coloured products. I apply this just after my base make- up giving it time to soak in before the lipstick is applied.
Lipstick- Rimmel Moisture Renew Lipstick: I tend to lean towards more Pink and Nude shades for my every day make-up look. I apply this lipstick all over my lips evenly, and then pop it in my bag for any top ups needed later in the day. MAC lipsticks are expensive but I love the quality of them and they're super long lasting. (Shade 700 Nude Delight)

What are your make-up staples?
Leave any comments below, they mean a lot to me!

All my love
K

My Current Fake Tanning Routine

Hello Lovelies.
As winter is drawing in, I have started wearing my fake tan more often. I'm not saying that being pale isn't pretty because it so is and I wish I could pull it off without looking like a part of the Addams Family. I have broken down my fake tanning routine into 2 simple steps, giving you some tips on how to get a cheeky glow throughout winter time. Enjoy!

STEP 1- Exfoliate & Moisturize
In order to achieve an even tan, exfoliating is the most important step. This removes all of the dead and rough skin from your body that the fake tan would cling to, making it patchy. You can use any exfoliator to do this, my favourite is 'The Scrub of Your Life' from Soap&Glory. After this, you should wait for at least 60 minutes before applying your tan, as if your pores are still open, you will get those small brown dots all over your skin as your tan develops.
Moisturizing is also an important step before applying the fake tan. My favourite is 'The Righteous Butter' from Soap&Glory. I wouldn't advise applying moisturizer all over your body unless you're planning to apply the tan the next morning. If you're going to apply your tan after 60 minutes then you should apply a small amount of moisturizer onto the areas that the tan will stick e.g. elbows, knees, ankles and hands. Then, you're good to tan!

Soap&Glory- 'The Righteous Butter' and 'The Scrub of Your Life'. Available at Boots.com

STEP 2- Time To Tan

So, now we're ready to tan and this is my favourite part of course! Choosing the right tan is important and my favourites are St Tropez Tanning Mousse in Medium or for a more bank account friendly tan, i love St Moriz Tanning Mousse in Medium. I like to use a mousse more than a liquid as you can see where you are applying the tan and also, a little goes a long way. To apply the tan I use a tanning mitt from Primark and this means that the tan is distributed evenly across the skin. I usually start from my feet and work my way up to my neck. Once i reach my neck, I apply a tiny amount of tan to my face. As i usually do my tan at night, I then put on a pair of pajamas that cover most of my body to save as much of the bed sheets as possible! The next morning, your tan will have fully developed. For the end result, I take a shower and fully moisturize my skin as this ensures the tan will last longer and stay as even as possible.

St Tropez Tanning Mousse- Boots.com, St Moriz Tanning Mousse- Home Bargains, Tanning Mitt- Primark.

I hope you enjoyed my fake tanning routine.
Will you be fake tanning this winter?

Leave any comments below, they mean a lot to me!
All my love
K