I love fall tag!

Oh hey guys! 

I know it has been a ridiculously long time since I have blogged but I promise you it was a combination of health concerns and straightening out my life, university work has taken up most of my time and I need to find a balance between university work, a social life and blogging. Anyway I know this tag is quite old but I figured since it's FREEZING here it would be most appropriate to do this one to ease me back into blogging. Here goes! 

1. Favourite candle scent?

I have a slight obsession when it comes to candles particularly Yankee candles however my mum hates them and so she bans them! It kind of sucks that I can't have them at university however I get the safety precautions and why we can't. If I could have I would have got the Christmas cookie Yankee candle and burnt that throughout the Christmas period!

2. Coffee, tea, or hot chocolate?

I used to absolutely love English tea and drink it every day however lately it doesn't appeal so much to me and I don't get the same satisfaction from a warm cup of happiness anymore. So I would have to say from the choices it would have to be tea followed by hot chocolate as I absolutely HATE coffee! (Incoming hate) By that I mean Americano, I can't bring myself to try any more for fear of wasting money and poisoning myself.

3. What's the best fall memory you have?

I used to love Christmas Eve when I would sit around all day with my mum and do prep work for Christmas, there would be blankets and Christmas movies through the entire day. However I spent this Christmas Eve dressed as an elf and I came home super sick leading me to spend Christmas morning in bed trying to sleep myself to feeling better!

4. Which makeup trend do you prefer: dark lips or winged eyeliner? 

I would have to say that's a hard one but to be honest I love a dark lip, maybe like a purple it is super easy in comparison to trying to match up the wings on both sides! Dark purple is definitely a trend I love during fall/winter. 

5. Best fragrance for fall?

I can't say I have a particular signature fragrance let alone changing them for seasons, I tend to pick up Down Town by Calvin Klein though as it has a sweet smell with a hint of muskiness so it is a lot more appropriate for fall. 

6. Favourite Thanksgiving food?

We don't do Thanksgiving in England so I'm going to change it to Christmas food, I have to say I am a massive lover of roast potatoes especially when they are covered in goose fat! I could literally have a plate of roast potatoes with mint sauce and be a happy girl!

7. What is autumn weather like where you live?

Autumn weather in London tends to be mild with the slow progression of the temperature, we don't have any snow or anything we just have the bad temperatures that make you freeze to death without the beauty of snow. The most we get is sleet and iced over cars!

8. Most worn sweater?

I have built up quite a collection of fluffy jumpers that are super affordable and super cute, so far I have lilac, green and pink and I literally live in all of them. I think of it as a super bonus when someone hugs me and stays for a while, just convince myself it's because of me and not the fluffy jumper. 

9. Must-have nail polish this fall?

I'm not too interested in nails I am way too lazy for that, however Rapid Ruby by Rimmel London has been a constant on my nails this winter. It has to be said it isn't the best at not chipping but it's easy to reapply drying in 60 seconds!

10. Football games or jumping in leaf piles?

Neither, my bed and a hot water bottle!

11. Skinny jeans or leggings?

Jeans, I'm not super confident in my body and with the cold weather jeans provide a bit more of coverage and protection from the harsh weather. 

12. Combat boots or Uggs?

Considering I own neither I would say chunky ankle boots, they are a staple in any season and get a lot of love and wear from me!

13. Is pumpkin spice worth the hype?

I don't believe I've tried this so I have absolutely no idea!

14. Favourite fall TV show?

We don't really have any seasonal shows except talent shows such as Strictly Come Dancing or X Factor out of the two I would have to say Strictly Come Dancing is more of my cup of tea not that I would be able to replicate some of their moves! Christmas is all about the build-up within the soaps and so the drama reaches a climax around this time.

15. What song really gets you into the fall spirit?

The only Christmas song I have on my IPhone is Kelly Clarkson Underneath the Tree as its uplifting and makes me want to dance even if I am on the bus! (Don't worry I don't actually do it)

So that's it guys my 15 answers to the I love fall tag, it's super exciting to be back on here and I just want to thank all of my continuing readers as well as any new readers! It means a lot that you are here reading my small blog. 

Love you all

The Beauty Scenario TAG

The Questions:

1. You have to get rid of all your foundations and you can only keep one high end and one drugstore, which do you keep?

This one is particularly hard for me I shop 95% based on drugstore mainly because I'm not rolling in money yet, so the ratio of high end to drug store is a tad biased. However the drug store foundation I'm picking is based on the length of time I've used it for, it was the first foundation that didn't apply to my dry skin and turn into skin flakes (ewww gross I know). So the foundation in question is GOSH X-Ceptional Wear Foundation in Porcelain, not only is it a perfect fit for someone with dry skin but it was one of the first foundations that had my skin tone. It is average on the price scale at £7.99 and can be picked up at your nearest Superdrug.
I only own two "high end" foundations in the shape of Benefits Hello Flawless Oxygen Wow! and Estee Lauders infamous Double Wear foundation. Out of the two I definitely reach for Benefit more, it blends better into my face and offers a complete coverage that both matches my skin tone and enhances it. The foundation itself is also packaged beautifully in fact it is something that can be put on display in any room. You can grab your own bottle at Boots and its something I would recommend. Estee Lauder foundation made my skin flaky and I believe that I got given the wrong colour foundation which didn't help my view, I see why people rave about this foundation but with my skin now it doesn't quite work. You can pick your foundation Boots both foundations retail in there 20's which is almost 3 times more than GOSH.

2. You go for an interview and the lady interviewing you has lipstick on her teeth. Do you approach the subject or ignore it completely?

I think in this kind of situation I wouldn't draw attention to the issue, I feel that if I was to do such a thing then the interviewer would feel self conscious and it may count against me. The least I would do would be to do subtle things such as licking my own teeth in a hope that they would do the same.

3. You're not feeling yourself and need a pick me up. Which lipstick do you put on to make yourself feel beautiful?

I don't tend to wear lipstick a lot and when I do it's dramatic, a simple red lip never fails to make me feel amazing, my ultimate favorite has to be Fatal Red by Maybelline. It's cheap and cheerful and I feel like it suits my complexion pretty well. 


4. You go back in time for a day to your teenage years, how would you do your hair and makeup differently?

I didn't actually start to wear make-up until I was at least in year 10 (or Sophomore year) but I definitely went through a stage of wearing things that were the complete opposite of how God intended me to be. I straightened the life out of my natural curls, dyed it almost black and wore foundation that was darker than I was. I would shake the life out of myself if I could and tell myself to stick to natural stuff, don't be someone else for anybody just be true to you.

5. You ask your hairdresser for a shoulder length Pixie Lott hair cut, but they hear wrong and give you a pixi cut. Do you a) Smile, say thank you, leave and call your mum hysterical b) Cry in the chair and things get awkward or c) Complain to the manager and demand a refund.

To be honest I would never ask for anything that short I am way to attached to my hair but let's say I do. In all honesty it would be the first option, I'm not generally someone who confronts someone or argues my mum however would march over there and demand that they fix it and give all my money back.

6. Your friend surprises you with a 4 day city break and you have 1 hour to pack. Which 'do it all' palette do you pack in your makeup bag?

Oh how I would love that friend! I don't tend to have a lot of high end makeup palettes in fact all of my palettes are affordable drug store brands. The MUA Undressed Palette is an amazing dupe for the Urban Decay Naked Palette so it combines all natural and glowy tones and shades to create both day and night looks anywhere. 

7. Your house has been robbed, don't worry everyone is safe, but your beauty stash has been raided. What's the product you really hope is safe?

I don't have one particular thing in my makeup products that I would think of straight away, I think out of everything I would choose to grab my Real Techniques Make-up brushes. I am proud of my growing collection they are by far my favorite brushes and super affordable!

8. Your friend borrows your makeup and returns it in awful condition. Do you a) Just pretend you haven't noticed b) Ask them to repurchase it or c) Secretly do the same to something of theirs

As I've previously said I am not one for confrontation and I doubt it would have been on purpose, I would just know to never lend them makeup again, I can't actually imagine any of my friends wouldn't repurchase or replace something that they would have messed up. 

Get To Know Me: 25 Questions Tag

I thought this would be a cool post to do as I realise a lot of readers don't know anything about me!

1. Do you have a middle name?
Yes I do :) My middle name is Catherine, after both my Nan and my mum.

2. What was your favorite subject in school?
My favorite subject would have to be English Literature, I have a soft spot for books!
 
3. What's your favorite drink?
I LOVE tea! I am a HUGE tea drinker! I don't really dabble in flavored tea though, give me English tea any day - 2 sugars if anyone's wondering.
 
4. What's your favorite song at the moment?
I don't have a favorite song at the moment, according to my Iphone I listen to Beautiful life by Union J a lot along with Brandon and Leah's album Cronies.

5. What would you name your children?
Weird question but if I have a girl, Olivia or Emilia and if  I had a boy, Oscar or Nathan.

6. Do you participate in any sports?
Nope, I've never been particularly sporty although I do like to dabble in yoga.

7. What's your favorite book? 
Hmmmm the problem question, as mentioned before books are my weakness so I can't pick one but for any avid readers out there, there is a website/app called Wattpad that allows anyone to create books and post. You can also read them for absolutely free! I know it saves me a bundle of cash instead of buying books on my kindle.

8. What's your favorite color?
Blue!

9. What's your favorite animal?
Owls and Pandas! They're magnificent creatures! 

10. What's your favorite perfume?
Calvin Klein - Downtown (at the moment)

11. What's your favorite holiday?
Christmas is my favorite! It's the most wonderful time of the year! ....see what I did there? :) For the second Christmas in a row I'll be working on Christmas day, but that won't stop me wearing a christmas jumper and running away from the mistletoe!

12. Have you graduated from College?
Yes!

13. Have you been out of the country?
Yes! I've visited a few places including Spain, Egypt and Bulgaria!

14. Do you speak any other languages?
I took French in school but I can't really remember anything. (Terrible I know)
 
15. Do you have any siblings?
Yes! Two older sisters :)

16. What's your favorite store?
I can't possibly choose one shop, although at a squeeze I would say it would have to be Boots. My weakness!

17. What's your favorite restaurant?
Seen as I work in a restaurant does it have to be that one? 
 
18. Do you like school? 
I don't go to school anymore, I'm currently deferred from university and taking a gap year but I can't wait to go to university :)

19. Who are some of your favorite YouTubers?
I seriously can't pick one! I love the SacconeJolys for their daily vlogs, Zoella280390 and SprinkleofGlitter just to name a few!


20. What's your favorite movie? 
Hard question but first thing that popped in my head was White Chick, still makes me laugh every time!

21. What are some of your favorite TV shows?
All the CSI shows, Bones, Under the Dome, Glee to name but a few!

22. PC or Mac?
I'm a PC user and I prefer PCs so.. PC ALL THE WAY!
 
23. What phone do you have?
Iphone 4S - White

24. How tall are you?
I am proud to say 5'3(4)!

25. Any pets? 
Unfortunately, no :( but I would love a dog!

40 Beauty Questions Tag!

SKINCARE

-How many times do you wash your face daily?
 Once in the morning, once at night. 
-What skin type do you have? (dry,oily,combo)Combination. 

-What is your current facial wash? 
Neutrogena Pink Grapefruit cleanser.

 -Do you exfoliate?
Occassionally

-What brand do you use?
St. Ives

-What moisturizer do you use?
 Clinique Moisture Surge

-Do you have freckles?
No. 
-Do you use eye cream?
No. 

-Do you or did you have acne prone skin?
Nope, Just prone to the occasional breakout.

-Did you ever have to use Proactive?
No

MAKE-UP 

-What foundation do you use?
At the moment it is Boujour Healthy Mix Foundation (Vanilla)

 -How about concealer?
 Revlon Photo Ready Concealer. 

-Do you know your undertone color?
Pink.

-What do you think of fake eyelashes? 
I can't use them so.....

-Did you know that you are suppose to change your mascara every 3 months?
 Yes.

-What brand of mascara do you use?
Maybelline or Rimmel.

-Sephora or MAC?
MAC, I don't think you can get Sephora in England.
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Do you have a MAC Pro-card?
No.

-What makeup tools do you use in make up application?
Makeup brushes. 

-Do you use make-up base/primer for the eyes?
No, just regular primer.

-What is your favorite eyeshadow (color or shade)?
Don't have a particular color. 

-Do you use pencil or liquid eyeliner?
Not always, but if I do then pencil.

-How often do you poke your eyes with an eyeliner pencil?
Never.

-What do you think of pigment eye shadows?
 Love them.

-Do you use mineral makeup?
 No.

-What is your favorite lipstick?
I'm not a major fan of lipstick, more the Revlon Lip Butter.

-How about lip gloss?
Don't have one.

-What is your favorite blush to use?
Revlon Matt Blush

-Do you buy your makeup on eBay?
 No.

-Do you like drugstore makeup?
Yes.

-Do you go to CCO's? (cosmetic company outlets)
 No.

-Did you ever consider taking make-up classes?
Nope.

-Are you clumsy in putting on makeup?
No.

-Name a makeup crime that you hate?
People telling you that there are rules while putting makeup on.

-Do you like colorful shades of makeup (lipstick,eyeshadow) or neutral ones?
Neutral mainly.

-Which celebrity always has great make up?
Mila Kunis

-If you could leave the house using just ONE makeup item, what would you use?
BB Cream

-Could you ever leave the house without any makeup on?
Yes.

-Do you think you look good even without any makeup on?
No.

-In your opinion, what is the BEST makeup line?
 Estee Lauder.

-What do you think of Makeup???
 I LOVE IT!