Nail tools | 2014 Blogger Challenge

Today's post for the 2014 Blogger Challenge is all about nails. This post could have been about anything really, from nail care to nail art tutorials. I decided to share with you my favourite nail tools for creating more than just a plain block of colour on each nail.

I never realised, until YouTube and blog etc, that tools actually existed that could make your nails look super cute and snazzy. I always watch nail art tutorials for new ideas and designs, creating them on your own nails however is a different story. They make it look easy, but then I suppose these tools make it a little easier.

I had make up sponges for ages but didn't really like them for applying make up, but then I found a whole different use for them. Nail art. You apply two or more different colour nail polishes to one side of the sponge, dab them onto your nail and voila! A lovely ombre effect nail.

Other tools that I use are these dotting tools which are from Amazon. They are so super cheap but do the job perfectly. You simple dip the dotting tool into the nail polish then create whatever design you want on your nail. Link here

Sellotape. As strange as it sounds, sellotape is the easiest thing to create cool designs on your nails. You simply cut pieces of sellotape up, stick them on your already applied base coated nail, then apply another colour on top, peel the pieces of sellotape off whilst the polish is still wet then you have a cool design.

What are your favourite nail tools?

Highend beauty wishlist | 2014 Blogger Challenge

When you get into YouTube and beauty blogs, you start to experience many new things. You see things which perhaps you have never seen before. This is what happened to me with "highend beauty products". This time last year, I'd started to watch YouTube beauty gurus and started to read blogs. The one thing that would nearly always pop up on these were "highend products" that looked absolutely marvelous. So basically, I blame the world of beauty gurus for the amount of high end make up products I lust over. As of yet, I don't own any highend products as being a 15 year old, I simply cannot afford to splash my cash on expensive products. 
So that is the point in today's post, I'm going to be sharing with you my highend beauty wishlist which was a topic in the 2014 blogger challenge. 

Nars Laguna Bronzer -£27

Nars Sheer Glow Foundation - £31

Naked 1, 2 and 3 palettes - £37 each

Benefit Porefessional Primer - £24.50

Mac Pro Longwear Concealer - £15.50

Benefit Browzings - £23.50

Mac Mineralize Skin Finish - Soft and Gentle - £22

Benefit High Beam - £19.50

I've always wanted these products because they get raved about so so much and seem like absolutely amazing products! Maybe when I get a job or some spare money I may be able to buy some of these products. Fingers crossed!

What's your most wanted highend beauty item?

2014 Blogger Challenge | Skincare

Hello everyone, today I have the second post of the 2014 blogger challenge. The post today is all about skincare. I haven't really got a skincare routine as I still haven't got a hold of products that I absolutely love and treat my skin well, but i'm going to share with you the products that i'm using on my skin at the minute. 

The first product I use is the L'oreal Micellar Solution. I'm not sure about this product yet. It's fantastic at removing my make up and unclogging my pores. It makes my skin feel smooth and clean, without leaving it feeling tight and stripped. The one thing that's making me unsure about this is the amount of spots and blemishes i've been getting on my skin since i have been using it. I''m not blaming this product, but there's nothing else new that i've been using on my skin so who knows! 

The second product I use is the Simple Oil Balancing Facial scrub which I cannot say enough good things about. However you can read my review on this product here.

Another product I use everyday on my face is the Simple Hydrating Light Moisturiser. This is the only moisturiser i've ever used and i've never had any problems with it. It keeps my skin nicely hydrated and smooth.

On days when I feel like my skin needs a bit of extra care and attention, I use this face mask from Simple. I've only used this product twice so I can't give it a full review but it does leave my skin nice and soft!

Do you have any skincare faves?

2014 Blogger Challenge | Inspiration

Hello everyone, today is exciting because it is my first post of the 2014 blogger challenge! It is also my first post for 2014! I cannot believe how fast 2013 flew by, it was such a great year. There was some real highlights and I'd just like to wish you all a very happy 2014! But anyway, onto the post, you can read more about the 2014 blogger challenge here. The first post is all about inspirational quotes and things which will motivate you in the new year. 

I found several quotes from our good old pal tumblr and they are what I am going to share with you all today.

I love this quote because it means that no matter what you do, if you try you will succeed one way or another.

This quote shows that if you're dedicated to something then you will get what you wish for.

This quote gets me all giddy - just to think that if you smile and someone sees that, then that could change their mood all together! I'm always one for helping people. 

This quote has got to be my favourite! It makes me keep my head up and realise that if I want things to go my way in life then I've got to think positive!

Well that's it, my first post for the 2014 blogger challenge. I really enjoyed writing this post, is there any quotes that give you inspiration for 2014?