UK Release Dates Discussion - All Brands Welcome!

[LisaOrestea]

I have that too and I also don't like the smell. I'm also not very keen on the formula. I actually think the coverage is a bit meh and it's really "dewy" (ie shiny) when I put it on. After hearing about all the hype I was expecting a lot more from BB creams. Maybe another one would suit me better, I'll try the 17 one next I think.

Ow thats a shame, I'm really liking it so far! How have you been applying it? I tried doing it with my hands (like a moisturiser) but it was really uneven so I did it with a small blush brush and got it to work really well for me I have been setting it with a translucent powder to tone down the dewyness because I prefer my face as matte as possible.

 

[Alisha1]

Ooh I definitely want those Models Own nail polishes. I ended up buying that gorgeous Sally Hansen Nail Prisms nail polish on eBay for a lot more than I'd care to admit, hope these will be as gorgeous too. I haven't received the SH one yet, but it shouldn't be long now, fingers crossed.

Speaking of Dior, Temptalia has a lipstick swatches and review from the holiday collection. So pretty, want it! http://www.temptalia.com/dior-nocturne-961-rouge-dior-lip-color-review-photos-swatches

I love the look of the Dior holiday collection, so far I want everything but as I don't predict winning the lottery anytime soon I have to limit myself I'm soooo glad Christine is reviewing Dior products! Hope she got the whole collection

 

[LMD84]

I love the look of the Dior holiday collection, so far I want everything but as I don't predict winning the lottery anytime soon I have to limit myself I'm soooo glad Christine is reviewing Dior products! Hope she got the whole collection

yeah this is true for me too!

 

[Anitacska]

Yes, that's the one. You got very lucky, it sells for around $20 on eBay, which is so much more than it's actual retail price, but I've seen swatches on Scrangie and decided that I have to have it. Thanks for the tip, I can't wait to try it out now.

I love the look of the Dior holiday collection, so far I want everything but as I don't predict winning the lottery anytime soon I have to limit myself I'm soooo glad Christine is reviewing Dior products! Hope she got the whole collection

On a totally different note, I feel like I've finally achieved something today. I've been battling with my weight for the past several years (since I was diagnosed with coeliac disease in 2004) and finally I've managed to get my GP to acknowledge that I have an under-active thyroid (3 bloodtests later) and have been given medication for it. I have been running best part of 3 miles 2-3 times a week plus watching what I eat and I've only managed to lose 7 pounds over 6 months, whereas my husband has lost over a stone with the same exercise routine (he does run more, but he is a man and taller and all that). I have lost a few inches off my waist, but it's been so frustrating that my weight has hardly changed - and if I don't run and maybe eat a bit more, the pounds pile back on almost instantly. But now hopefully with the medication I can lose a bit more. Also my nails have been in a terrible state and I feel run down quite a lot despite taking all sorts of supplements and generally eating healthyly, so hopefully that will get better too. Sorry this is OT, but I just wanted to share with someone.

 

[nazia]

Yes, that's the one. You got very lucky, it sells for around $20 on eBay, which is so much more than it's actual retail price, but I've seen swatches on Scrangie and decided that I have to have it. Thanks for the tip, I can't wait to try it out now.


On a totally different note, I feel like I've finally achieved something today. I've been battling with my weight for the past several years (since I was diagnosed with coeliac disease in 2004) and finally I've managed to get my GP to acknowledge that I have an under-active thyroid (3 bloodtests later) and have been given medication for it. I have been running best part of 3 miles 2-3 times a week plus watching what I eat and I've only managed to lose 7 pounds over 6 months, whereas my husband has lost over a stone with the same exercise routine (he does run more, but he is a man and taller and all that). I have lost a few inches off my waist, but it's been so frustrating that my weight has hardly changed - and if I don't run and maybe eat a bit more, the pounds pile back on almost instantly. But now hopefully with the medication I can lose a bit more. Also my nails have been in a terrible state and I feel run down quite a lot despite taking all sorts of supplements and generally eating healthyly, so hopefully that will get better too. Sorry this is OT, but I just wanted to share with someone.

Honestly, I love nail polish so I think $20 is ok for something so pretty. It's the shipping costs that would p*ss me off! Don't ever use it on its own - it's far too sheer for that and just a waste of polish.

As for your other news, I know just how you're feeling. I've got my fair share of health issues and getting anything sorted is always a huge hassle. From getting your meds to getting an appointment. I was put on a new med in Dec and have since put on 2 stone! So I absolutely feel your pain and I really really hope the new medication helps you out. =)

 

[rockin]

Well done for finally getting your doctor to do something about your problem, Anita. I hope you can achieve your weight loss goal at last. My sister is Coeliac too, but she's skinny as a rake - so unfair, because she makes me look enormous in comparison. I lost several inches a couple of years back, but am now at a point where I can't seem to shift any more, regardless of what or how much I eat, or how active I am. It's quite depressing, and I'm at risk of having my doctor take me off the pill due to my weight, which would then cause much bigger problems for me.

 

[rockin]

I can't remember which thread it was on, but I'm sure I read someone talking about the Bad Fairy nail polish from Venomous Villains. It looks to me as if one of the new Models Own 'Beetlejuice' nail polishes could be a pretty close dupe. There are swatches here http://www.britishbeautyblogger.com/2011/10/models-own-beetlejuice-collection.html

 

[Anitacska]

If anyone's looking for a Bad Fairy dupe, Accessorize has one it's called Pink Spice, and it's actually a much better formula than BF.

I can't remember which thread it was on, but I'm sure I read someone talking about the Bad Fairy nail polish from Venomous Villains. It looks to me as if one of the new Models Own 'Beetlejuice' nail polishes could be a pretty close dupe. There are swatches here http://www.britishbeautyblogger.com/2011/10/models-own-beetlejuice-collection.html

 

[rockin]

I don't think I've ever actually seen Accessorize nail polish. If I see it anywhere I'll certainly give it a closer look though

 

[Alisha1]

If anyone's looking for a Bad Fairy dupe, Accessorize has one it's called Pink Spice, and it's actually a much better formula than BF.

^I have Pink Spice and love it! I can't believe I only have 2 Accessorize nail polishes cause there so great!

 

[LMD84]

Yes, that's the one. You got very lucky, it sells for around $20 on eBay, which is so much more than it's actual retail price, but I've seen swatches on Scrangie and decided that I have to have it. Thanks for the tip, I can't wait to try it out now.

I apply it with my fingers like I do with foundation. Maybe I'll try it with a brush. I also set it with powder, I have to, otherwise I'd end up looking like I've put my face in the chip pan.

On that note, has anyone tried the Diorskin Forever foundation? I got a sample and it's just the right colour and the formula is so wonderful! Sadly I've just run out of the sample, but it's definitely on my to-buy list. I also have a sample of the new Lancome Teint Miracle foundation, but haven't tried it yet.
Do we know when the Dior holiday collection is coming out? I've notice the Givenchy one is on the Debenhams website now. They have a shimmer powder similar to the Guerlain one, plus some limited edition Phenomen'eyes mascaras (which is my HG mascara together with Guerlain Le 2). I don't think I want much from the Dior holiday collection, but that red lipstick is so pretty. Maybe a nail polish or two as well.

On a totally different note, I feel like I've finally achieved something today. I've been battling with my weight for the past several years (since I was diagnosed with coeliac disease in 2004) and finally I've managed to get my GP to acknowledge that I have an under-active thyroid (3 bloodtests later) and have been given medication for it. I have been running best part of 3 miles 2-3 times a week plus watching what I eat and I've only managed to lose 7 pounds over 6 months, whereas my husband has lost over a stone with the same exercise routine (he does run more, but he is a man and taller and all that). I have lost a few inches off my waist, but it's been so frustrating that my weight has hardly changed - and if I don't run and maybe eat a bit more, the pounds pile back on almost instantly. But now hopefully with the medication I can lose a bit more. Also my nails have been in a terrible state and I feel run down quite a lot despite taking all sorts of supplements and generally eating healthyly, so hopefully that will get better too. Sorry this is OT, but I just wanted to share with someone.

Well I am so pleased that your DR has finally realised what is going on with you. It must be so upsetting to has gone on so long without them realising what was happening. But congratulations on loosing some inches! that is excellent!

Urban Decay Mariposa Palette - todays specktra blog post

 

[nazia]

I can't remember which thread it was on, but I'm sure I read someone talking about the Bad Fairy nail polish from Venomous Villains. It looks to me as if one of the new Models Own 'Beetlejuice' nail polishes could be a pretty close dupe. There are swatches here http://www.britishbeautyblogger.com/2011/10/models-own-beetlejuice-collection.html

Ooh good catch! I think one other might also be the same as Formidable! too. Hmm, I may end up only getting 2 or 3, which is good news!

 

[sonia84]

I can't wait to get my mini's, I'm getting my Christmas cash on Fri from my parents so I can afford to get some of the things I want. I'm thinking the Sultry lip bag, both of the face sets if we get them, the f.o. brushes and maybe all of the mini lipglosses. Ob I won't get them all as that is well over £200 but when swatches come out, things will get cut. I really like that Nars blush palette that is coming out (if its not too expensive) but i'm in a bit of a makeup funk and not very much is inspiring me (apart from xmas lush, spent over £30 in the last two weeks) and I can't remember the last time I bought from a Mac collection.

 

[LMD84]

I can't wait to get my mini's, I'm getting my Christmas cash on Fri from my parents so I can afford to get some of the things I want. I'm thinking the Sultry lip bag, both of the face sets if we get them, the f.o. brushes and maybe all of the mini lipglosses. Ob I won't get them all as that is well over £200 but when swatches come out, things will get cut. I really like that Nars blush palette that is coming out (if its not too expensive) but i'm in a bit of a makeup funk and not very much is inspiring me (apart from xmas lush, spent over £30 in the last two weeks) and I can't remember the last time I bought from a Mac collection.

awesome that you are getting your christmas money early! that way you can plan in advance what to buy. like you i think i will be taking things off my list when more swatches come out though

 

[sonia84]

Yeah, for years I've bought my goodies and then hand them over to be wrapped for Christmas( best way to get what you want). Normally I wouldn't get the cash til next month but last year they released the minis early and I almost missed them so thankfully I have the money waiting for them. I would love to see them irl but when I swatch things I mainly skip so at least ordering online I actually get something. Lol

 

[Anitacska]

Just want to say, Buyapowa are doing Benefit Moon Beam at the moment, it's at £13 plus £1.50 p&p at the moment. http://www.buyapowa.com/deal/56 Best price possible is £11 and if it goes that low, everyone pays that much, no matter where you joined it. I have bought from them (my nails Inc magnetic nail polish) and they're good, fast delivery and no problems. If you decided to buy, I wouldn't mind if you could click on me as your referrer (is that a word?), I'm Anita James on there by the way.

I'm really gutted I missed out on the Benefit "They're Real!" Beyond Mascara, they only had 40 and they went super quick for only £11. There seem to be more Benefit products coming up actually, so worth keeping an eye on it.

 

[anita22]

Just want to say, Buyapowa are doing Benefit Moon Beam at the moment, it's at £13 plus £1.50 p&p at the moment. http://www.buyapowa.com/deal/56 Best price possible is £11 and if it goes that low, everyone pays that much, no matter where you joined it. I have bought from them (my nails Inc magnetic nail polish) and they're good, fast delivery and no problems. If you decided to buy, I wouldn't mind if you could click on me as your referrer (is that a word?), I'm Anita James on there by the way.

I'm really gutted I missed out on the Benefit "They're Real!" Beyond Mascara, they only had 40 and they went super quick for only £11. There seem to be more Benefit products coming up actually, so worth keeping an eye on it.

Interesting! I really must keep an eye on their offers, they've had a few good ones recently!

I just got back from London, I did a bit of a powershop after work. I went to Westfield, the Boots there finally had a Stila stand up! So I had fun swatching everything, then ended up getting the Perfect & Correct Foundation, and the In the Light (a.k.a. Naturaleyes) palette.

I also hit up Kiko finally, and got 2 of the cream eyeshadow sticks (bronze & dark metallic grey), the All Mat foundation, a duo pencil sharpener, and a baked mineral eyeshadow quad. The mineral shadow quad is called Unexpected Rosy Taupe and is stunning.. It's got a shimmery gold-white, duochrome lavender-taupe, smokey lavender, and deep smokey purple. It can be used wet or dry. I have a night out planned on Friday so will be wearing it then!

 

[Alisha1]

Interesting! I really must keep an eye on their offers, they've had a few good ones recently!

I just got back from London, I did a bit of a powershop after work. I went to Westfield, the Boots there finally had a Stila stand up! So I had fun swatching everything, then ended up getting the Perfect & Correct Foundation, and the In the Light (a.k.a. Naturaleyes) palette.

I also hit up Kiko finally, and got 2 of the cream eyeshadow sticks (bronze & dark metallic grey), the All Mat foundation, a duo pencil sharpener, and a baked mineral eyeshadow quad. The mineral shadow quad is called Unexpected Rosy Taupe and is stunning.. It's got a shimmery gold-white, duochrome lavender-taupe, smokey lavender, and deep smokey purple. It can be used wet or dry. I have a night out planned on Friday so will be wearing it then!

Oh sounds like you got some lovely goodies! I need to go London to check out kiko!

 

[Sweetoothj]

Morning everyone

Was in HoF yesterday to collect my first purchase of UD primer potion, used it today and so far so good, I have the most oiliest eyelids in the world and so hopefully this won't slide off lol!!

Went to the Chanel counter and got samples of the Sublimage facial cleanser and the face cream, was told the 4th Nov for the holiday collection and 2nd and 3rd Nov there will be a brand event for cardholders 10% off I believe. Also she told me in the new year there'll be new foundations in darker shades yay!!!! I also put my name down for one of the limited edition no5 bath oils which are on sale there on Friday

Great hauls ladies hope all enjoy your goodies


Anitacska, wishing you the very best of health glad to hear you've acheived some progress !! Oh and I loved your haul video just subscribed to your blog and and gonna subscribe to your YouTube channel!!

Have a good day peeps and wrap up because it's bloody freezing lol!! x

 

[Alisha1]

Morning everyone

Was in HoF yesterday to collect my first purchase of UD primer potion, used it today and so far so good, I have the most oiliest eyelids in the world and so hopefully this won't slide off lol!!

Went to the Chanel counter and got samples of the Sublimage facial cleanser and the face cream, was told the 4th Nov for the holiday collection and 2nd and 3rd Nov there will be a brand event for cardholders 10% off I believe. Also she told me in the new year there'll be new foundations in darker shades yay!!!! I also put my name down for one of the limited edition no5 bath oils which are on sale there on Friday

Great hauls ladies hope all enjoy your goodies


Anitacska, wishing you the very best of health glad to hear you've acheived some progress !! Oh and I loved your haul video just subscribed to your blog and and gonna subscribe to your YouTube channel!!

Have a good day peeps and wrap up because it's bloody freezing lol!! x

Is that just for the HoF credit card holders? I only have the points card :/