China Glaze Poolside Collection Swatches + Review

I feel like summer has come early wearing these polishes! Poolside is the perfect name for this collection. These super bright neon's are gorgeous, they have a matte/sheen finish and are extremely eye-catching!

The consistency was very sheer for all these polishes, pretty much all neon's on the market are the same. I needed to apply three coats to get an even coverage. The great thing about these is they dry in record time so it's easy to build up the layers.

I tried each one out, keep reading to find out my thoughts....

Above: Flip Flop Fantasy

First up is one of favorites, this is a warmer pink but still has neon tones to it. This has coral/peach undertones. I cannot wait to wear this in the summer with a tan!

Above: Towel Boy Toy

Another favorite of mine! Unlike the others this has a slight shimmer to it and although CG describe it as a neon blue to me this one isn't a neon. It's a lovely muted turquoise. It is extremely sheer, i would say 4 coats would give the best results.

Above: Sun Worshipper

This gorgeous neon orange is well....gorgeous! It applies really smoothly, again very sheer but easy to build up. You could even wear a white base coat to really bring out the colour. This is a creamy neon with yellow undertones.

Above: Pool Party

If you love your hot pinks then this is for you! It's so bright and beautiful! This was the most opaque and even when applied. Very Fuschia.

Above: Kiwi Cool-Ada

This was the hardest to capture on camera, in real life it is a darker neon. Most green nail polishes i have tried are sheer, i have no idea why this is but this one is no exception. I had to apply a white base coat to make it even, i really like it with the white underneath - it really brings out the colour. These polishes are so quick drying, i was very surprised, so i didn't mind building up the colour.

Above: Yellow Polka Dot Bikini

This is so florescent, a real eye squinter! But i love it! I have never seen such a bright yellow, again it was sheer so i added a white base coat. In real life this colour looks exactly like a florescent jacket, it has some very slight green undertones (which do not show up on the photo).

I am so impressed with this collection. As soon as i saw it i couldn't wait to try it, these colours are a must have for the summer!

These are officially released on 1st April.

What are your thoughts on these colours? Dare to wear? :)

Mini MAC Haul - Angel Lipstick Swatches + Brushes

Above: MAC ~ Angel (Frost Lipstick)

After asking on my Twitter and Facebook what was everyone's favorite MAC lipstick, Angel kept on being recommended. 'Plink!' was also recommended a lot, but after searching a few blogs for swatches i thought it looked a bit too sheer for what i was looking for, so i went with Angel.

Angel is more beautiful than i expected, it's a muted milky glossy pink. It really enhances my natural lip colour. I love the creamy luster finish, it's vanilla scented which smells divine!

Without a doubt this is one of my favorite lipsticks now - so thank you to everyone who recommended it :)

RRP: £12.50

Above: 134 Large Powder Brush

I finally jumped on the MAC brush bandwagon and have purchased my FIRST mac brushes! *Shocker*

And of course i am very impressed, they are super soft and do not shed. There is none of that 'prickly' feeling on your skin like other cheaper brushes. The 134 is the perfect powder brush - it's nice and big - now all i need is my prep and prime powder.

RRP: £35.50

Above: 116 Blush Brush

This brush really gives you that great definition under the cheek bones, i really like it. My bronzer went on really evenly. Perfect!

RRP: £22.50

To me spending £58 on two brushes seems a bit crazy for what they are but i know they will last me a long time and i will be using them everyday, so i can live with it :) People always recommend them, so they must be worth every penny!

Purchased from: http://www.maccosmetics.co.uk/

What are your thoughts?

Youtube Competition ~ Design Foxy Locks Extensions Storage Case!

1st Prize^^

Runner up prize^^

I had so many question about storing extensions and i going to be offering one on Foxy Locks. I thought the best way to see what people wanted was to see their designs, so i came up with this competition!

All you need to do is design a storage case for Foxy Locks extensions, it can be soft or hard, preferably not too big, needs to be able to hold clip in hair extensions securely.

I thought it would be a fun idea, there has never been a competition like it before i'm sure :)

Please watch the video ^^

Good Luck!!

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Winner for last months giveaway was (Foxy Lashes):

Chloé 

Congratulations!!

Please email me with your address details at imogenfoxylocks@hotmail.com.

NOTD: Nubar ~ Orange Cream Nail Polish Swatch + Gold Beaded Cuff By Fiona Paxton

Above: Nubar ~ Orange Cream.

This beautiful summery colour was the official nail polish for London Fashion Week! And no wonder, it's right on trend and goes with just about anything.

The texture is gorgeous although sometimes a little streaky - nothing a third coat can't sort out but i generally only needed to do two coats. I had so many compliments wearing this - it is such an unusual colour, i don't have another colour like it in my collection.

RRP: £8

http://www.beautyshed.co.uk/

I also wanted to show you my gorgeous gold beaded cuff by Fiona Paxton. As soon as i saw this cuff i had to get it, i absolutely love it!

It's so unusual, there is one tighter chain which keeps it on - then the rest drape down your arm. Fiona Paxton has some really gorgeous pieces, if you love statement jewellery then definitely check her out.

I bought this from: http://www.accessoriesonline.co.uk/

RRP: £62.40