Premier Natural Dazzle by BARRY M...

Superdrug are torturing us beauty junkies once again with there common '3 for 2' across all cosmetics offer. So whilst I was casually looking for sun cream (as i'm off to Spain this weekend!), I was drawn to what looked like Nars Laguna Bronzer hiding in the Barry M display... Now i'll be honest, I have never had the luxury of trying the Nars bronzer, so I can't really comment on whether the actual product is similar or dissimilar. However the packaging is the twin!

You get 12g of product, which is more than generous. It comes in a flip lid, matte black plastic pan. The mirror is massive, which makes it perfect for using when applying make-up on the go. 

The product itself is great for using as a light contour or all over for a little sun kissed glow. I'm quite pale and don't always get on well with bronzers, as they often make me look orange. However this one is gorgeous and lovely for the daytime and can be easily build up. It's matte, which again I prefer. If you prefer shimmery, just add a powder highlight over the top and you're good to go!

Price - £9.99

Available in Boots and Superdrug.

Overall, I love this bronzer and can tell it's going to last a long time and come in really handy! Let me know if you've tried it and what you think!

<3

-jen

M.A.C Mineralise Skin Finish Natural...

I tend to wear medium to heavy coverage foundations day-day as I'm extremely insecure about my skin due to hyper-pigmentation on spots. Over the years, I've found that these heavier foundations don't tend to last as well on my skin as well as lighter foundations. To combat this, playing around with various pressed powders has  helped the lasting power of various foundations. By a clear mile, the best powder I have ever owned and used is MAC Mineralise Skin Finish Natural, in the shade light.

The mua recommended this to me, saying it adds a little coverage of its own. I totally agree, it hides the redness that my foundation fails to, which is a huge bonus as it means I have to wear less concealer. On good skin days, I use a fluffy powder brush and swirl a little across my face. On bad skin days I use a big kabuki brush and press it all over my face.

The product itself is extremely pigmented, one touch covers the brush and is enough to cover my face. This justifies the hefty price tag of £21 (in my mind) as it lasts so much longer than any others I have tried. I have searched high and low for a high street alternative, but for me, none of them hit the mark. So if like me you're looking for a powder with a tiny bit of added coverage that sets a foundation well, this is deffo for you!

Any of you tried this? Love it or hate it?

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Through an iPhone Lense...

I've been so busy with uni lately and haven't had the time to blog!
This is a little snapshot of what's been happening & the little luxuries I've been treating myself to.

I will be finishing uni for the year over the next couple of weeks and have already started drafting some posts, so expect a lot more activity from London Gems!

Red Velvet cake // Face // Travel Make-up
Little & large // MAC samples // Best easter egg ever
Face // Primark bag // Daily Make-up
Movies in bed // Train journey treats // Love my dad!

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MY CHRISTMAS...

Hope you all had a lovely day, spent with the people you love! <3

I've loved reading what you were all lucky enough to get for Christmas, so thought a little post to show you a few things was in order!

Rocket Dog 'sugardaddy' boots // Real techniques brushes

Nandos cooking sauces // iPhone 4

Soap and Glory best of all // S&G pumps and a Sanctuary wash // Cath Kidston goodies

The boyfriend bought me two cuddly toys, Jadore perfume & an iPhone music dock <3

Sister // Boyfriend // Grandad

xoxo.

A week in photos #8...

A mad week preparing for my move to Liverpool!

Face // Studded Zara Shorts // New Bronzer

Led Zep tee // Hair finally growing! // Guess who?

New make-up storage // O2 swing // New SuperDry Hoodie (student life)

On top of the O2 arena // British Superbike // Ikea plant pot

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