MAC Lipstick | Hug Me

Hey Everyone! Happy Sunday! Why is it that weekends go so quick? This one has just flown by!

Anyway, I just wanted to do a quick post on a new MAC lipstick I purchased the other week. I got the shade 'Hug Me' and its lovely!

Its a fleshy pink and the perfect nude for my lips. I just can't get away with certain nudes, they make me look really washed out and pale. I hate those lipsticks that just look like a concealer. Ergh. So I've been searching for a pinky nude that I can wear as an everyday, natural lip colour. I have finally found it! 

'Hug me' is a lustre. I really like lustre lipsticks as they don't dry my lips out and are comfortable to wear. My lips don't do well with drying lipsticks and nudes can highlight imperfections so it's perfect for me. I also like the fact that it's more of a sheer colour rather then something super pigmented. It really does give you that "this is my natural lip colour" kind of look.

So if any of you are struggling to find the perfect nude to pair with a smokey eye or are just looking for an every day natural lip colour then 'Hug Me' could be for you. It suits any skin tone and wont wash out even the palest of skins. What are you waiting for? Check it out!

Kisses

Luci xo

Lucas' Papaw Ointment

Hey Everyone, it's finally the weekend! I hope you are all having a great one so far. Mines been super relaxing. Today my post is about Australia's Papaw Ointment. I discovered this when talking to a MAC make up artist when shopping. After explaining that I suffered from dry skin in certain areas she suggested I try this out. She said it is pretty hard to come by in the UK but there is somewhere that sells it online. She claimed it worked miracles. Well I was sold, I needed to try this stuff!

Lucas Papaw Ointment is made from fermented papya fruits, otherwise known as 'Pawpaw' in Australia. It has antibacterial and antimicrobial properties and can be used on anything from sunburn, minor burns, insect bites or splinters. Many people also use it for eczema or dry skin, lip balm or for the control of eyebrows! Basically it can be used on pretty much anything. 

I managed to find a UK seller here and went about ordering myself a tube. It was a lot cheaper then I thought it would be and they do lots of deals if you wanted to buy more than one. It arrived really quickly and I tested it the same night. The cream feels like vaseline but slightly thicker and it has got an unusual smell. (I guess thats what this papya fruit smells like!). When applied to your face, it does feel greasy and leaves a slightly shiny appearance on your face.

The next morning, my face didn't look greasy anymore and my dry skin had vanished! Im not even joking, it had completely gone. I applied my make up and not a dry patch in sight! I was so happy and knew there and then that I would forever need this little tube of goodness. 

So I highly recommend you check this product out. Its like Elizabeth Arden's Eight Hour Cream but without the high price tag. Its totally natural and hasn't broken me out, its just left me with really smooth skin. So if you do suffer with dry patches or fancy having a multi use cream, then this is definitely worth a look.

Thanks for reading!

Luci xo 

Bath and Body Works Candles

Hey Everyone! I hope you're all having a lovely week despite this horrible english weather. You wouldn't believe it's April would you? Its freezing and I'm getting bored of wearing jumpers and boots now. Can we please have some sunshine already..

Anyway onto what todays post is about. I am a massive fan of Bath and Body Works, especially their candles. The scents are just amazing and they are always so beautiful. I just wish they had stores in the UK, it would make me so happy! But they don't so I have to make the most of trips to the USA or finding UK sellers. Alot of places don't actually sell the 3 wick candles which is a huge shame as they are my favourite but I guess they are quite expensive to ship over from the states. However I recently found LucyVictoria which sells them! Eeeep!

I was so excited and splashed out on two straight away! They were £22 each but with free delivery, whats not to love? The great thing about BABW 3 wick candles are they burn for such a long time, approx 30-45 hours. I purchased 'Mahogany Teakwood' and 'Coconut Leaves'. They arrived super quickly and packaged safely. Perfect! They smell amazing! Just what I expected from a BABW candle.

Mahogany Teakwood - Revel in the cozy fine woods fragrances of mahogany, cedarwood and oak, highlighted by delicate lavender and geranium notes.

Coconut Leaves - Transport your senses to the tropics with this fusion of juicy tangerine and papaya that gives way to soothing coconut and vanilla notes.

They explain the scents a lot better then me. :) I think they do smell like they say they do. 'Coconut Leaves' really reminds me of summer. Its a perfect escape from whats really outside and 'Mahogany Teakwood' has a lovely cosy feel to it. Just what you need when you come in from a long, hard day at work. For anyone that hasn't tried these candles before, then you really must. The scents fill the room quickly and linger for ages. All the candles look beautiful and are totally worth the money.

I definitely recommend you check them out.

Kisses

Luci xo

Nike Free Run 3 Trainers | Keeping Fit

Hey Everyone! Now those of you that follow me on Instagram may have seen the photos of my lovely new trainers and that I am starting to jog as a way of keeping fit and healthy. I'm always moaning and saying that I want to get fit and tone up but my will power leaves a lot to be desired. So I thought by buying a pair of decent and pretty trainers, it would give me a kick start. 

Last year I did join a gym and intended to go three times a week. This quickly dwindled down to maybe once every so often. I was completely wasting my money. I don't know whether it was laziness or the fact that being surrounded by super fit people was a little off putting, especially as I was huffing and puffing most of the time. So I quit and went back to complaining about how I needed to get fit.

After going to New York last September and seeing so many people go jogging around Central Park and actually enjoying themselves I decided that in the new year, I'd really give it a try. I really wanted to get some trainers that were bright and colourful rather than boring white. I guess I still wanted to make a fashion statement even if it is only jogging. :) So after a lot of searching on the internet and reading reviews I settled on these!

Nike Free Run trainers are meant to feel as if you are running barefoot but still with the support and cushioning of a normal shoe. They do them in various colours too so there is something for everyone. I went for what they call 'Hot Punch' and its a super bright pink with lime green accents. Very girly! When they arrived I was so happy with how they looked and they are sooo comfortable! In addition to my new trainers, I also went to Victoria's Secret in London to purchase some new fitness gear. I went for a pair of yoga leggings in black with a coral and white striped band at the top and a bright coral, baggy t-shirt to match. I think looking the part makes you feel so much better about yourself. The more confident you feel, the more likely you are to do it more often.

Anyway, I went jogging for the first time this morning with my sister and these shoes were amazing. They didn't rub my feet or feel uncomfortable, but cushioned my foot. They also felt super light. Shame about my fitness levels, which weren't so great but that can be improved! 

I'm hoping by having these gorgeous trainers to run in, I'll manage to keep it up and actually end up enjoying myself - fingers crossed!

Thanks for reading

Luci xo

Easter Goodies

Hey Guys :) I hope you've all had a fantastic easter weekend and got lots of yummy easter eggs and goodies! Yesterday I went to my aunties house with the family and had a delicious Sunday roast. She also organised a easter egg hunt just like the ones we used to do when we were younger (except the clues were much more difficult). It was so much fun and just proves you are never too old for easter egg hunts. Today's post is just a little look at some of the goodies my parents got me for easter.

So I'm a huge fan of Lush products. There is nothing I like more then having a relaxing bath in the evening complete with a Lush bubble bar or bath ballistic. They are always really cute, different and the smells are just so good! So I woke up to a little bag filled with three Lush products, a gold Lindt bunny (which I didn't include in the photos as it's already half eaten - oops!) and a cute little cuddly chick. None of the Lush bubble bar products I got are actually easter themed as a lot of them had a slight orange smell to them and anyone that knows me, knows that I cant stand the smell of oranges. No way!

So first up is the Dorothy bubble bar. I have never used this one before so I'm pretty excited to try it out. Its smells so good and I just love how it looks. The cute little rainbow on top is so sweet! 

Second is the Magic mushroom bubble bar. This I have actually used before and I loved it then. Super happy to use it again. It smells of vanilla and strawberries which is lovely. I adore the smell of vanilla so this is a good choice for me. Again, so cute!

Lastly is the Easter Egg Hunt soap. Now Lush are famous for their soaps and I have only used one of them before - shocking I know! So I was really please to see one in my bag of goodies. It smells like raspberries which is gorgeous. Apparently there are meant to be little bits of egg shaped soap inside which is pretty exciting!

Overall I'm really happy with the things I got for easter. As much as I love chocolate (I really do) it was nice to get something a little different instead of lots of eggs that I'll never get round to eating. 

What did you guys get for Easter?

Kisses

Luci xo