My earliest beauty memories

dani dutra - somanylovelythingsOne of these days I was talking to people how I became so obsessed with makeup, style and shoes so I started thinking and went back to my childhood, when I used to smash my aunt’s Ciane’s eyeshadow palettes (sorry auntie) and smear my aunt’s Tiana’s lipsticks on my face, while they weren’t around.

The technique was the same: wait until they were distracted chatting with family or going over their daily and go over their dressing tables and pounce, in the dark, getting hold of anything I could, quickly.

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Costume making in stars and stripes

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Those who know me can confirm I am not one to pass the opportunity to dress up. I LOVE dressing up. When I do it, I go all out; no point in being half-hearted, right?

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Maleficent by MAC makeup collection

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Image: Vogue.co.uk

Argh, someone help me. I am hyperventilating. Big time. I have just seen the preview pictures of the new MAC Maleficent inspired collection.

I have proclaimed my love to Maleficent many a times, and have finally dressed by as my favourite Disney “princess” last Halloween, so I am dying to get my paws on some the items.

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Product review: GOSH Forever Eye shadow stick

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In all fairness, I have always dismissed creamy eyeshadows. And not because I don’t like them, but because they melt like butter on my lids – and worst of all – sit on the crease creating a very unflattering line of sticky darkness.

When I tried the GOSH Forever Eye Shadow, I thought the same was going to happen, but for my surprise, they stuck in there. I think I am converted!

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Product review: GOSH Prime ‘n Set Primer and Mattifying Powder

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GOSH Cosmetics has come up with some crackers this season, and the Prime ‘n Set Primer and Mattifying Powder is one of them. As my main beauty tip is prep the skin, I love all things primer. However, I had never used a powder primer.

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Brazilian beauty brand O Boticário gears up for World Cup

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All eyes on Brazil – I noticed many beauty brands have launched lines inspired by Brazil in preparation for the World Cup. Under the tagline “Ours are the most beautiful supporters in the world” Brazilian Beauty and skincare giant O Boticário has taken it a step further, launching a whole line of products to be used not only to mark the event but also when cheering for Brazil during the World Cup.

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Product review: Sheer Cover Conceal & Brighten trio

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I had been curious about Sheer Cover products for a while, mainly due to their TV adverts, and was very excited to finally try one of them.

The Sheer Cover Conceal & Brighten trio comes in a handy compact with mirror, with two concealer shades and a brightener.

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Lipcote Lipstick Finder

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It is no secret Lipcote is one of the products I cannot live without. I rave about it, I recommend it, I take it as a gift to lipstick-loving friends in Brazil. I simply love it.

Recently I came across their Lipstick Finder – an application on their site that helps us, indecisive ladies, to pick the right lipstick shade.

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