tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-54742704443986105102013-06-19T18:01:32.722+01:00The Black Pearl Blog - UK beauty, fashion and lifestyle bloguk/scottish/glasgow beauty blog, beauty reviews, organic and natural skincare reviews, organic makeup, natural products, fashion, makeup, fotd posts, acessories, life, baby, photography, plus size fashionSandra TheBlackPearlBloghttps://plus.google.com/113723048291711280208noreply@blogger.comBlogger719125blogspot/MwDeLhttp://feedburner.google.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5474270444398610510.post-69128271905931328822013-06-19T12:46:00.001+01:002013-06-19T12:46:24.621+01:002013-06-19T12:46:24.621+01:00Macadamia Haircare Maintenance Set <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I adore Macadamia's Deep Repair Masque, so I was very excited to try more products from their haircare range. I was kindly sent this beautiful Haircare Maintenance Set* in May, but when I was moving house, I placed it in one my storage boxes and totally forgot about it. I finally got a chance to try out all the products last week and I am in love! </div>
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I was recently offered a chance to pick a couple of items from Surfdome to feature on the blog and as soon as I noticed that they stock Ted Baker accessories, I knew exactly what I was going to choose :) I was planning to purchase the wash bag and flip flops anyway (for my holidays), so it seemed like a perfect opportunity.<br>
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I adore the look of neons and brights for summer and I am slowly injecting more colour into my wardrobe. Most of the clothes I wear are black and grey, but I like to buy colourful pieces too. As long as the shape of a dress, jacket or top is right for me, I am happy to wear yellow, pink or bright green.</div>
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I adore bareMinerals makeup, so I was super excited to try out their new range of Marvellous Moxie lip products.<br>
I was kindly sent a lipstick in shade Fly High, a lipgloss in shade Sparkplug and a lip liner in shade Empowered.<br>
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I am still adding finishing touches to our new house and it seems to be a never-ending task :)<br>
When I was asked to choose a product from Not On The High Street , I was instantly drawn to the home & garden category.I was looking for something nautical themed and I fell in love this gorgeous set of four beach hut boxes.<br>
I had my heart set on it, even though, I had to wait a couple of weeks for it to be back in stock. They must be pretty popular. I was planning to place them in the bathroom, but... they ended up in the living room, on the bottom shelf of an alcove. This way, I can admire them all day.<br>
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I know that crochet or knitted dresses are not everybody's cup of tea, but I adore them. I also love lace designs :) I find them very feminine and pretty. I always struggle to find knitted dresses in a bigger size, but when I was browsing <a href="http://www.bonprix.co.uk/">bonprix</a> website, I found some beautiful pieces in sizes 18/20. The ones I am featuring in this post are perfect for summer, holidays and festivals. </div>
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Hi everyone! I hope you are having a lovely Sunday! I love seeing what other people buy, so I decided to add another little haul post ... Oooops :) I can't stop buying beauty bits and I placed more online orders last night... I am super excited to get my Neom Travel Candle and Kiko Makeup. Here is what I bought recently:<br>
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As a massive fan of Neom Organics, I had to let you know about their summer sale. Many of you often comment on my Neom reviews, saying that the prices of their products are too high for your budget, so this is your chance to treat yourself to some Neom goodness. I must admit- I buy most of their products on sale. I love a bargain! The selection of reduced items isn't huge, but you can choose from 2 full size candles (£25 each), 3 travel candles (£10 each), a reed diffuser (£20), a reed diffuser refill (£12) and a body cream (£20). Something for everyone.</div>
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I treated myself to the <a href="http://www.neomorganics.com/serenity-travel-candle-sale.html" target="_blank">Serenity Vanilla & Sandalwood Travel Candle</a> and my total came to £8.50 with all the discounts available for every new customer. By signing up to Neom's newsletter, you get a discount code that entitles you to free Next Day Delivery (normally £5) and as a welcome gift, you also get 150 Neom Points (worth £1.50) This way you save £6.50 with your first order. Fantastic! Let me know if you ordered anything :)</div>
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From all the beauty boxes I have ever received, Beauteco Box* is the most impressive one.</div>
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I was very happy with the contents of my <a href="http://www.theblackpearlblog.com/2013/05/new-beauty-box-subscription-beauteco.html" target="_blank">May box</a> , but the June one is even better! </div>
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Real Techniques brushes are absolutely amazing and I can't imagine doing my makeup without them. I own the <a href="http://www.theblackpearlblog.com/2012/04/real-techniques-core-collection-brushes.html" target="_blank">Core Collection</a>, a <a href="http://www.theblackpearlblog.com/2012/10/new-in-real-techniques-powder-brush-and.html" target="_blank">Powder Brush and a Blush Brush</a>. I was planning to invest in the Starter Set as well, but I have far too many eye shadow brushes already.</div>
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The newest addition to Sam's range is the limited edition Duo-Fiber Collection, consisting of three high tech brushes.</div>
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This review is an exciting one for me, because the Luminizer is my first product from theBalm.</div>
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The brand gets a lot of love from bloggers and it has been on my radar for ages. </div>
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I can describe my first experience with the brand in one word- LOVE!<br>
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When some beautiful <a href="http://www.cocktailcosmetics.co.uk/brand/eye-of-horus" target="_blank">Eye Of Horus</a> products landed on my desk, I was very intrigued.</div>
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I really like the name of the brand and the simple black and gold packaging, inspired by Ancient Egyptians is right up my street. I have a soft spot for anything ancient religion and mythology related :) </div>
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I adore jewellery and my love for is turning into a slight obsession. The newest addition to my collection is the beautiful Butterscotch Amber Ring from Monartti.</div>
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I love photography and I always print out a lot of pictures for my photo albums. Why? The answer is very simple. </div>
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It wouldn't be as easy as picking up a photo album! I can't imagine going through all the folders, with thousands of files!!! I take hundreds of pictures every day, so printing out all of them is impossible, but... I make sure to keep my photo album updated :) </div>
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If you read my blog regularly, you will know that I always complain about weak nails and dry cuticles. </div>
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I am one of those people with paper thin nails and no matter what I do, I will never have strong nails. I can make them slightly stronger, if I take supplements and use oils and treatments on a regular basis, but as soon as they grow past a certain length, they break easily.<br>
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The Spring/Summer season in UK is usually full of surprises and we never know what to expect from the weather. I am really enjoying the sunshine at the moment, but my wardrobe is still full of knitwear :) I like to wear light, pretty and colourful jumpers in Summer, especially if I am going somewhere in the evening.</div>
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Lifestyle posts are very rare on my blog, but I wanted to share some photos from a lovely day out with my family. We went to the Calderglen Country Park in East Kilbride and we had a great time! </div>
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The SS13 Beach Baby collection from Paul & Joe Beaute is absolutely gorgeous and in my opinion, it ticks all the boxes. The quality of the products is great, the colours are perfect for summer and the packaging is to die for!<br>
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I was kindly sent two gorgeous products from <a href="https://www.lucyannabella.com/home" target="_blank">Lucy Annabella</a> to try out and I absolutely adore them! </div>
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When I was asked, if I would like to review one of the limited edition DKNY scents, inspired by the art of Keith Haring, I couldn't say no :) </div>
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I absolutely adore Bourjois and when I go to Boots or Superdrug, they are the first brand I check out. </div>
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They released many new product recently, including the beautiful cream blushers. I really like cream products, especially for Spring/Summer and I am becoming slightly addicted to the reinvented Little Round Pots.</div>
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I have a big collection of brushes, but I have been looking for a new eye brush set and an angled brush for my eyebrows. That's why I jumped on the chance of reviewing Everyday Minerals brushes. I have never heard about the brand, but I am very impressed with the quality of their tools. They offer a big selection if single brushes, sets and mineral makeup at affordable prices.<br>
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When a parcel full of Lime Crime products from <a href="http://www.cocktailcosmetics.co.uk/" target="_blank">Cocktail Cosmetics</a> turned up on my doorstep I couldn't contain my excitement :) What can I say... Makeup makes me happy and I love playing with it. I am sure you can relate to my my obsession :)<br>
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