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THE BEAUTY BLENDER

My sponge is too hard, my sponge gets too dirty, I cannot get it to blend my foundation, it leaves streaks, it doesn't last!

These are all things I have heard from girls who have a "beauty blender". Every single time I always have the answer too: You are not using the ORIGINAL beauty blender!

Yes! That is correct.

The £1 beauty blender you are purchasing from eBay, Amazon, your local pound shop or drugstore are NOT going to do what the Beauty Blender does. I know, because I have tried many, from all of these places, and none of them can do what the Beauty Blender can do.

The Beauty Blender is a soft sponge that expands when you run it under water (yes, you should use your sponge damp as you will get the best results this way) and it will last you three months. You can purchase the original from their website, Selfridges, Birchbox and a few other places. Make sure you are only purchasing the original!

When I speak of the Beauty Blender dupes, I am only referring to the little pink no-name copies (although on eBay they have several colours now) and I am not referring to the Real Techniques sponge (which is good, but still does not beat the original Beauty Blender)

If you haven't tried the original, and have only tried the hard, non-expanding dupes, of course you will hate it! It doesn't blend foundation, it's hard on the skin, it doesn't expand and you cannot even get it clean!

Please try the original because you will be in LOVE! I have been using the original Beauty Blender for over a year now and it is my holy grail product. It is something I cannot live without and I could never go back to using a brush.

I always receive compliments on my foundation and how flawless it looks and it is honestly thanks to the Beauty Blender. It gives you a flawless, non-cakey and non-streaky base.

I use my Beauty blender for my foundation and my concealer. I clean my sponge with the solid cleanser (purchased from their site) and when that runs out I will use Palmolive solid soap bar or baby shampoo which works perfectly fine too.

Hope you enjoyed this post xx

Take care x

Christmas gift guide for HIM

Hey everyone! Today's gift guide is one the ladies will really appreciate. It is always so difficult to pick out gifts for men so I am here today, as the fairy godmother, helping you with your struggles. Oh yes! You can thank me later. Whether you're purchasing for a brother, partner, uncle, friend, or father it can just be so difficult trying to find something they would really appreciate. I've always struggled with presents for males. I even struggle with my brother's presents, and he's 10! I will cover a range of budgets so there is something for everyone.

First off is this dark red cable knit jumper from River Island. This is perfect for winter and can even be worn on Christmas day so the man you buy this for will definitely be appreciative of this. The simple cable knit design suits most and it is definitely a staple piece.

Price: £35

http://www.riverisland.com/men/jumpers--cardigans/jumpers/Dark-red-plaited-cable-knit-jumper-280546

Next up we have the Ralph Lauren classic reversible scarf. Again, perfect for winter and is something every male needs. This is a gorgeous scarf and I am positive whoever receives this will be very thankful.

Price: £55

http://www.selfridges.com/en/ralph-lauren-classic-reversible-scarf_434-88064526-A67A2252N2249/?previewAttribute=Polo+black%2F+win

Here we have the Mulberry iPad sleeve. This is definitely a more luxurious present as it is on the more pricier side. This would make the perfect gift for your partner. Men love their gadgets so why not let them keep them safe the classy way!

Price: £165

http://www.selfridges.com/en/mulberry-simple-ipad-sleeve_217-82025479-HB8106342OAK/?previewAttribute=Oak

Next is the Moschino Fries iPhone 5 case. This is a fun present that would make the perfect present for younger males. This product is super popular at the moment and everyone is talking about it!

Price: £45

http://www.selfridges.com/en/moschino-fries-iphone-5-case_485-71036393-A795583031112/?previewAttribute=Red+yellow

Chanel have bought out a new fragrance for men, and it smells absolutely amazing. I actually want this aftershave for myself as it just smells wonderful. The name of the fragrance is Blue De Chanel. You seriously cannot go wrong with Chanel and this aftershave is one not to miss out on. You can even get this gift wrapped at no extra cost.

Fragrance Notes:

Top Notes: Citrus accord, Vetiver, Pink pepper.

Heart Notes: Grapefruit, Dry Cedar notes, Labdanum.

Base Notes: Frankincense, Ginger, Sandalwood.

Price: £71.55

http://www.boots.com/en/CHANEL-BLEU-DE-CHANEL-Eau-de-Parfum-100ml_1507815/

A watch is a timeless piece that every man wants and needs. This Hugo Boss stainless steel watch would make the perfect present this Christmas. This sleek and sophisticated watch from Hugo Boss is the perfect way to polish off a look. Featuring a round case, black dial, date window and quartz movement, the timepiece is secured by a traditional bracelet strap.

Price: £199

http://www.selfridges.com/en/hugo-boss-1512913-stainless-steel-watch_759-10001-1512913/?previewAttribute=Black

The PS4 is something I really do not need to talk much about. This would literally make someone's Christmas. The one I have chosen comes with Grand Theft Auto V so they can start playing with it immediately. This present is obviously for those dear to you as it is definitely on the more expensive side.

Price: £339

http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B00OYTAQAM/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?qid=1417260587&sr=8-2&pi=AC_SX200_QL40

This Lenovo YOGA 2 tablet is the perfect gift for both males and females. I am getting this for myself even though I have the Apple iPad because it is just so unique and amazing.

The description:

The Lenovo YOGA Tablet 2 10-inch adapts to you, with a kickstand that provides four ways to enjoy media content - Read, Watch, Browse or Hang. However you use yours, you’ll find four more reasons to love it: up to 18 hours of battery life, twin large capacity speakers, smart processing power that adapts to what you are doing.

The Lenovo YOGA Tablet 2 10-Inch is for those seeking a versatile full-function tablet for work and play. It is ideal for people who enjoy multimedia, games, browsing, socialising or who need a tablet with anytime, anywhere connectivity.

At a Glance

10.1” (1920 x 1200) IPS display

Intel Atom Processor Z3745 (2M Cache, four cores, up to 1.86 GHz)

Twin large chamber front speakers with Dolby Audio

2 GB LPDDR3 (64-bit) RAM +16 GB EMMC storage + 64 GB expandable with Micro SD

8 MP AF rear / 1.6 MP FF front cameras

Dual band, 802.11a/b/g/n WiFi

Android 4.4 Kitkat

Adapts to All You Do with Your Tablet

The versatility of the four modes lets YOGA Tablet 2 adapt to your lifestyle for viewing, reading, sharing, listening, browsing and chatting.

Price: £199.95 (on sale)

http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B00O636JFW/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1417260744&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX200_QL40

The Slam Dunk Basketball is the perfect gift for sports lovers looking to practice their aim in private! Simply attach the net to the back of your bathroom door or wherever's convenient, secure the ball holder within reach of your loo and slam dunk your way through your time on the throne! Both the net and the ball holder come with suckers attached, so fixing them to your bathroom walls couldn't be easier - therearen't anymessy drill holes to worry about and if you want to keep your toilet basketball habit to yourself, you can remove them faster than your imaginary fans can shout "WHAT A DUNK!" Complete with three soft mini basketballs, a fold-out mat in the shape of a teeny-weeny basketball court, and a wall-hung ball holder and net, you've got everything you need to become a basketball pro while sitting on the potty! (Taken from Debenhams site)

Price: £9.60 (on sale)

http://www.debenhams.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/prod_10701_10001_106010330599_-1

The Double Dog Condiment dispenser is a fun gift that would make the perfect stocking filler.

Debenhams says:

Some things will always go together. Tom and Jerry Bonnie and Clyde and of course, ketchup and mustard - the perfect pairing. The Double Dog 2 in 1 condiment dispenser keeps your favourite pair of sauces closer than close, like a sausage in a bun!

Price: £8

http://www.debenhams.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/prod_10701_10001_106010213099_-1

Next is another watch gift. This is the Emporio Armani Classic Chronograph watch. Fuse function with style using this immaculate masculine Emporio Armani Classic watch. The chronograph watch features a stainless steel case and strap, with a black dial, a trio of sub-dials and a practical date window. The three-link stainless steel bracelet adds a chunky finish.

Price: £329

http://www.selfridges.com/en/emporio-armani-ar2434-classic-chronograph-watch_759-10001-AR2434/?previewAttribute=Black

Another fragrance which is more on the pricier side is the Tom Ford Patchouli Absolu Eau De Parfum.

Iconic. Provocative. Urbane. The ultimate modern patchouli - hypnotic depth with facets of dark mystery. Tom Ford reinvents one of his most beloved perfumery ingredients, patchouli, in Patchouli Absolu, a visionary new fragrance of alluring depth. Patchouli Absolu transforms the iconic raw material - famed for its ric and mysterious sensuality and its long history in perfumery - into a hypnotic, modern fragrance.

Price: £142

http://www.selfridges.com/en/tom-ford-patchouli-absolu-eau-de-parfum-50ml_453-3001058-T2LW01/

A super cute present which is perfect for fathers is the UGG Scuff Leather slippers. These are lined with genuine sheepskin so will keep his feet warm and cosy all winter. They are great looking too which is a bonus! These are available in black.

Price: £70

http://www.selfridges.com/en/ugg-scuff-leather-slippers_690-10004-3490800109/?previewAttribute=Black

We live in a world where we're on our phones all the time so gloves can be a hassle! They're essential in the Winter though so these Dents Touchscreen Leather gloves are perfect for those who like to use technology on the go. Your fingers won't freeze and you won't need to stop texting! Great, eh?

Price: £100

http://www.selfridges.com/en/dents-touchscreen-technology-leather-gloves_642-10103-59201/?previewAttribute=Black