Tuesday, 19 June 2012

Holy Smoke!

Luanne McLean

Turn heads on those hot summer nights with these new Gosh eyeshadow palettes exclusive to Superdrug at just £7.99 each  and in 3 shade collections there's something for everyone - her's what our reviewers thought...  www.superdrug.com




REVIEWER 1 - Mel Brewer, Ipswich

SHADE - 02 brown

OPINION

I loved the colours - great selection and very flattering shades, ideal if too busy to reapply.It would be better if they gave you a directive of where to shade in each colour.

RATING
4/5

REVIEWER 2 - Sarah Cohen, East London

SHADE- 03 plum

OPINION

Very good ,love all the shades thata, look great together or separately.Covered and blended well giving a matt finish.Lasted all day and into the night,used on holiday and got me into the holiday spirit.Great idea to have the picture with guidelines to aid application,gave a really professional look.would definitely buy it. a mirror and sponge would make it even better value.
RATING
5/5

REVIEWER 3 - Katie Sparks, Essex

SHADE- 01 Black

OPINION

It has four colours, white forhighlighting the brow line and also the inner eye area. A light and dark grey, the light grey could be used for more ofa day wear, then add the darker grey for a more dramatic look. The last colour is the black which is a great liner for the eyes.The eyeshadows come with an instruction sheet to show how you can apply the colours all together. This is a glamourous smokey eyelook, which can be 'vamped up' rock chick style with a lush red lip or a nude lip to let your eyes shine.The eyeshadows longevity was around 6-7 hours before a little touch up was needed, for myself this is quite a long time as I haveoily skin.Overall thought of the palette is that it is cleanly packaged, the colours work well together; the only change I would make isthat there is a lot of fall off as you apply it, and you can end up with black cheeks if not brushed off correctly.It is a good black palette which is strong in colour and applies first time.

RATING  4/5

Tuesday, 1 May 2012


Treats for a rainy day from Mrs Crimble...

When the weather outside is grey raise a smile with a bit of home baking magic. But fear not no need to get the flour out just wrap your tastebuds around these treats from Mrs Crimble and with the delicious Bakewell Slices and scrumptious Double Choc Brownies both just £1.69 for 4 they are a complete bargain!
www.mrscrimble’s.com  also available in Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Waitrose, Asda and Morrisons.

Wednesday, 4 April 2012

MY ADVENTURES AT LONDON FASHION WEEK

MY ADVENTURES AT LONDON FASHION WEEK

Luanne McLean


So after 3 seasons away on maternity leave ( LFW with abump - not a good look!) I ventured back to London Fashion Week  a couple of weeks ago to encounter what Autumn Winter 2012 has on offer for us.

Twenty8Twelve put forward a Faceless Featured presentation which was a very unique viewing experience. The models graced screens dotted up and down a gallery live viewing space at Somerset House very much like an art exhibition.The girls struted their stuff in 360 glory on each screen - excellent if you missed one girl just catch her again on the screen next to it.







CHOCOLATE BEAUTY!

CHOCOLATE BEAUTY!

Indulge yourself with chocolate this Easter - the calorie free way!



SKIN

Indulge in a deep bubble bath with the scent of melted chocolate with N Spa Indulgent Chocolate Waffle Bath Syrup £4.00 (www.nirvanaspa.co.uk) - make sure the bathroom cabinet hides this beauty treasure as everyone will want a peace of the action! Better still find it in the supermarket as it's stock in Asda!

BODY

Treat your tired body to Jason Nourishing Cocoa Butter , £6.49 (www.jason-natural.com) it smells good enough to eat and leaves skin silky soft!

FACE

Add a touch of rich glow with Bourjois Delice de Poudre Bronzing Powder , £6.99 (www.bourjois co.uk)and the gorgeous compact is perfect for that girl on the go!

NAILS

Smooch Nail Polish in 12 Chocolate Brownie, £6.50 (www.smoochcosmeticsuk.com) is perfect to give your nails the deep chocolate touch in just two quick drying coats.

How ever you treat yourself , be sure to have a Happy Easter!

Tuesday, 14 February 2012

Motherhood Essentials

Motherhood Essentials

When I had baby Meadow last May it opened up a whole new world to me . Now she is almost 10 months old I thought I'd share the products with you that have got us through those first special months...



£9.99 for 100ml

www.green-grocery.co.uk

Containing seven essential oils luxury skin treat perfect for dry skin - I smoothered my feet in it as pregnacey made them so dry but this softened them perfectly and  smells amazing too.



£39.99
www.dermacaredirect.co.uk

A  new mums must-have stretch mark cream , use as early as possible and everyday for best results - a god send!

£19.08 per case

www.tesco.com

Eisberg alcoholic wine was my indulgence this Christmas time, it is available in Riesling, Rose, Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon and is perefct for breast-feeding mums like me and those who are pregnant - why miss out on a tipple and it tastes great too unlike other alcohol free alternatives.

 £7.50 for 30ml
www.organicmonkey.co.uk

This amazing little find  contains a blend of soothing organic oils and has been my little helper whilst Meadow has been teething, it really calms down her liitle red cheeks and she loves the taste.



 brush baby brush £4.99 also  in pink or blue
toothpaste £2.35 for 30ml 

This clever little toothbrush is shaped like a teether and not only can Meadow hold it herself like a toy but you can also apply a pea size dollop of toothpaste so she can brush her first toothy pegs herself- I love this come 8 months we have used it everyday.

£19.99for 30ml
ww.boots.com

Lack of sleep can be aging but this amazing anti-aging cream not only doesn"t break the bank, but it really does improve the skins appearence.

£2.99 for 200ml

www.superdrug.com

Dry shampoo - my essentail product! With a tiny baby there's often not enough hours in the day , so avoid greasey hair and spray in this stuff. Batiste has been around for years and even hair tonne shades! perfect!

£29.99
www.burtbees.co.uk

I love natural products and Burt Bees are one of the best, the Bundle of Joy Gift Set is perfect for new mums with nappy cream, shampoo, wash and massage oil - perfect -I use it myself too!



£4.00
www.dribbz.co.uk
Now we are weaning I love this red apple bandana bib from Dribbz , they come in lots of different patterns and unlike other bibs they complement your babies outfit!








£35 for 15ml
 www.forestsecretsskincare.com

Forest Secrets i bright serum is perfect for avoiding the eye bag look, this serum is really light and refreshing on te delicate eye area.

£14.99 for 190ml
www.boobooshop.com

Avoid dry cracked skin by treating your tired body with this fab body butter, Boo Boo do a fab Mummy range.
£4 for 370ml
www.earthfriendlybaby.com

I adore the Earth Friendly Baby range, it includes everything from baby wipes and nappy bags to this gorgeously mild bubble bath- a really great range of green baby products.

£13.50 for 100ml
www.trevarnoskincare.co.uk

I love this hard working product not only is it a bubble bath and a massage oil but the organic oils are harvested from a beautiful Botanical garden and the oil evokes that scent in every drop.

£19.70 for 100ml
www.organicbabies.com

Amazing for both mother and babies skin to treat dry patches, scrathches and blemishes - a nappy bag essential

Friday, 10 February 2012

Valentine's Treats

 Valentine's Treats
 
Want an extra special Valentine's this Tuesday? 
Well check out this little lot and get clicking - then the cold needn't scupper your 
Valentines shopping! 
 
For kissable lips visit www.nuusuite.com . This MUD gorgeous satin lipstick is just £15.99
and the award-winning LA-based cosmetic brand used by Pamela Anderson, Maria Carey, 
Madonna and  Kat Von D . My must-have shade is Rustic for gorgeous deep red lips.



 
If money is no object treat the lucky lady in your life to this beautiful Marc Jacobs bag from
www.net-a-porter.com she would be guranteed to then love you forever with this timeless
classic on her arm.
For a tasty treat try this beautiful hand crafted chocolate box from www.trulychocolates.co.uk. Edible box with chocolate hearts a snip at just £13.99 and so delicious!

 

 Treat the man in you life to these gorgeous pants by David Beckham for H & M. rices start at just £9.99 and the range includes boxers, trunks, long johns and grandad style shirts browse the range at  www.hm.com




 
 
Make sure your man scrubs up well with these gorgeous cosmetics from beauty favourite Origins. 
The Skin Driver range with active charcoal  is perfect for his daily rotine and prices don't break the bank with the body wash at £14 for 100ml 
and the body bar at just £12. Let your mouse go crazy at www.origins.co.uk


Friday, 11 November 2011

90 Second Interview with Big Brother's Bit On the Side's Emma Willis

We catch up with the BBBOTS host whose currently pregnant with her second child with husband Matt Willis, to do a bit of Zumba and chat maternity fashion and fish pedicures...


Luanne McLean




What are you doing right now?
Launching the Do Something New Campaign for Bic Soleli , encouraging people to do something they have never done before and live life to the full.
What are you wearing?
I'm pregnant but this isn't a maternity dress, it's a vintage style lace dress bought from a Topshop Consession and I have teamed it with Steve Madden shoes and essential M and S underwear.
What’s your make up bag essential?
A great moisturiser like Lancome Hydra zen and also a good quality mascara such as L'Oreal Volume Million Lashes or Maxfactor False Lash Effect.
Favourite skincare brand?
I adore Lancome,  also when I was pregnant with Isabelle I used Mama Mio tummy rub butter so will be revisiting that for this pregnancy.
How do you pamper yourself?
Currently indulging in a fish pedicure here at the Bic event in Covent Garden !
Favourite high street store?
Has to be Topshop
Favourite designer?
Diane Von Furstenberg , great clothes for a womanly shape.
Biggest fashion faux pas?
It has to be wearing a shellsuit back in the day!
Favourite hair salon?
Pulp in  London

Join Emma for the Big Brother Final Evening on Channel 5 tonight and check out the Bic Just Live campaign at http://www.facebook.com/BICSoleilJustLive