Lets Talk Blog Challenge - Kerrie's Summer Essentials

It's already Week 2 of the #letstalkblogchallenge?! That week flew!  (For Details go here) 

To me no summer is complete with out the following!

 (All pic's courtesy of Google images)

Oh hai hayfever, yes it's that time of year for us sufferers! Citronella candles and wasp killer are essential for me to go into battle with my most feared critters :S  And please don't forget the sunscreen!

(pics from clairelibrary & listowell connection)

 Hay making and Turf cutting season is upon us :)

Wimbledon is one of my fav summer events! Along with The Tour de France for the views of a beautiful country.  Mmmm the smell of fresh cut grass (maybe from a candle for those allergic!) 99's and Strawberries are my foods of choice in summer.  Yum.


These are my essential Summer songs, I just chose what came into my head without thinking it over too much so here you go!  Enjoy :)


First up ELO - Mr. Blue Sky.  
You can't help but feel summery when you hear this :)



Next DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince - Summertime.  
A contender for the best Summer song ever?



Phosphorescent - Los Angeles
I saw Phosphorescent live in the Summer time so this will always remind me of awesome times :)



I think this an appropriate time for some 
Freak Power - Turn on, Tune In, Cop Out.




Presidents of the USA - Peaches  
Needs no explanation!




The Pigeon Detectives - I'm Not Sorry
Maybe not the mostest amazing song in the world but this will always remind me of our first trip to Oxegen :) Remember ASH?! :D



The Streets - Weak Become Heroes 
This happen to pop up on the Ipod recently and I instantly thought; summer playlist!



Roots Manuva - Witness The Fitness 
Summer = School sports day! If you only watch one video from this list let it be this! 



I'm going to end it here.  I've had so much fun doing this it's taken me hours! and there are sooooooo many more I could include I'll add a link if you'd like to here some more. 
SUMMER PLAYLIST LINKY !!
Bye for now!

Empties #2 + Bloopers!

This ended up being extremely long so if you get through it all well done haha! We did mention and get through a lot of products, about 6 months worth of stuff! So it is worth watching! Especially the bloopers at the end (with special guest, Aishling's boyfriend, Steve and puppy Merle!).

Products Kerrie mentions:

*Hair*

Pantene Pro V Aqua Light Shampoo and Conditioner (sample size)

L'oreal Elvive Nutri-Gloss Shampoo for fine to normal dull hair

John Frieda Luxurious Volume Shampoo for fine hair

Kerastase Shine Intensifying Mask for Colour Treated Hair (Sample)

Kerastase Rejuvenating Mask for Mature Scalp and Hair (Sample)

Kerastase Leave In Heat Activated Reconstructing Milk for Weakened Hair (Sample)

*Body*

Treacle Moon Iced Strawberry Bath & Shower Gel (Limited Edition)

Boots Fresh Banana Split Body Wash

Volcano Bath Salts

Dead Sea Spa Magic Bath Salts

Nivea Express Hydration Lotion (Sample)

Nivea Pure and Natural Body Butter (Sample)

Garnier Mineral Clean Sensation 24 Hour Deodorant

Bodyshop Cherry Body Scrub

*Face*

Garnier Rose Extract Face Wipes

Dermalogica Multivitamin Power Recovery Mask

Products Aishling mentions:

*Hair*

Aussie Mega Shampoo and Conditioner

Dove Hair Therapy Colour Radiance Conditioner

Milkshake Curl Designer

Bodyshop Hair Butter for Dry Hair

Lee Stafford Treatment For Hair The Never Grows Past A Certain Length

Letz Makeup http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OBYem6_N4qA

Helen Melon Lady http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wA5XOltlTtM

*Body*

Sanctuary Body Wash

Sanctuary Body Scrub

*Face*

Johnsons Facial Wipes

No7 Essential Moisture Day Cream

Vichy Deep Cleansing Purifying Gel

Kerrie's September Favourites

Hi there, Kerrie here with my September favourites.  Here is a quick run down of my favourite things and stuff I've enjoyed through the month.  You can watch my YouTube Video below to hear a little more.  Hope you enjoy!



First up is my new favourite skin care product, the 'Jill Stuart Japan Makeup Cleansing Oil' I have it in the 50ml version.  I bought this as I had read so many blog posts and mentions of people using an oil for taking off the makeup, and so I ended up buying this, I have no idea if it was a recommendation or maybe I just like the bottle! (tis very pretty!) It's a lovely consistency, not too thick but a little more viscous than water.  I just shake a few drops out onto my hand - I love that it has a sprinkler and not just an open top.  Then I rub that all over ma face! and it just melts the make up off, even tough mascara.  Wash with warm water and you're good to go.  
I bought this from Ebay shop AlphaBeauty however it's no longer listed there, however you can buy the full size if you search ebay.  

Real Techniques Buffing Brush - I think everyone and their mother has hear of the these brushes at this stage and I must say I love mine.  I have the core collection and the eye set.  My favourite face brush is the buffing brush.  I used it to buff in concealer and foundation.  It's a great brush, easy to wash and really good value. You can buy these in Boots in Ireland and UK or see their website

Real Techinques Brow Brush - Again this is from my eye brush set.  I had been using my Avon brush, which was labeled an eyeliner brush for my brows for some time and loved it.  However I managed to wreck it (long story) and had to use something else.  I wasn't too keen on the RT Brush at first because it was so much thicker than my old fave. However I've gotten to really enjoy it.  It's a lot thicker and that helps me to have more control, it just works really well.  As before go to Boots or their website

Mac 217 - I wanted one of these for so long and then my BF bough me one for Christmas!  This is awesome as a blending brush, if you only have one blending brush make it this!  I seem to use it every time I do my eyes. So far irreplaceable, I wish I had a few more ;) See here for more details.

Bronze Deer Pendant - I bought this for myself from ebay (if you search bronze deer pendant you might find a similar one) and I love it! especially for autumn winter it goes nicely with the colours and outfits i'm wearing. 

Owl Pendant (gift) - This was a birthday gift from Aishling, like the Deer pendant i've been loving this along side my owl ring!

Body Shop Ginger Sparkle Body Butter - This is a deliciously buttery, spicy treat for your skin.  It was a Christmas special afaik, and I happened to win it last year, I wish i could remember who from and give them a shout out but I can't sorry!.  I had used a little but got turned off the smell, but recently I have been trying up use up extra products I have sitting around before purchasing new stuff and I began to use this again and I really see it in a new light!  It moisturises so well, as my skin can be quite dry. I can react to some scents but this has been fine for my skin and the scent lasts so long.  I can't wait to try more of the Body Shops' body butters!  

Hilary Mantel Bring Up the Bodies- My favourite book of recent times was Wolf Hall and I've thoroughly enjoyed this follow up this month. I actually finished it last night 'SOB' ! I recommend it, a well written page turner, just and enjoyable read and not too taxing.   You can find it on Amazon.

ELF Nail Polish in Royal Purple - Again a hidden jem in my collection since last year.  I wanted to apply something seasonal to my nails and saw this and now I'm wondering why I didn't use this before! it's a georgous shade, I'd say a purple/magenta.  Find it on ELF website. 

Bag/back pack from Pennys/Primark - LOVE this bag, everything fits into it bar the kitchen sink and it goes on my back.  Need I say more!

Blistex Relief Cream - Holy grail/couldn't live without product.  Great when your lips are in bits or just as a base for lipsticks.  I'd recommend this to everyone. I buy this in my local boots but you may need to ask for it as sometimes it's not on the shelf! Find more info on it here.

Boots Botanics Organic Rosewater Toner - As I changed up my moisturiser and face scrub I noticed i was getting break outs of spots and but it down to the pores opening and closing therefore cream was blocking them up.  I started using this toner and it has eliminiated the problem.  It's a lovely toner, no stinging or harshness and it's smells lovely of roses.   This is my bottle but i see on boots.com it now comes in a 'spritz' bottle.

Little Hotties Wax Melts from Bomb Cosmetics - Love these instead of candles at the moment, they are little wax tarts that you melt in a burner and they will make your room smell awesome!  Find them @bombcosmetics.co.uk

PHEW, that's all for now.  Please like, subscribe, share and all that stuff and bye for now!

Lone Ranger Inspired Tutorial

If you go to our YouTube channel you will see I have posted a tutorial inspired by Helena Bonham Carters make up in 'The Lone Ranger' movie.  I haven't actually seen the film yet! but I really like Helena and liked her look.  Forgive the dodgy camera and editing! It's my first go a this.  Let me know what you think and give me suggestions for any future tutorials you think I should do!

Here's the video!

This is Helena in the movie (picture from digitalspy.co.uk)
 

And some pic's of the result. And a list below of all the products used!

Products on my face or mentioned* in the video!

• Essence Stay All Day Long Lasting Make Up (Soft Nude)http://goo.gl/5p6Snn
• Collection Lasting Perfection Concealer (Light) http://goo.gl/B9pSAv
• HD Brows Palette http://goo.gl/GrHXvq
• Real Techniques http://realtechniques.com/
• Suqqu Eyebrow Pen* http://goo.gl/Rdeuqy
• ELF Mineral Eyeshadow Primer http://goo.gl/AwatA5
• Urban Decay Naked Basics Pallette http://goo.gl/2KKnNE
• Mac 217 http://goo.gl/APcsHM
• 120 Full Colour Eyeshadow Palette - search ebay!
• Avon Supershock Gel Liner http://goo.gl/9CGWdz
• Dainty Doll blush http://goo.gl/ImIIjT
• Inka Lip Liner http://goo.gl/HEJ50n
• Catrice 120 Call the Ambulance http://goo.gl/32oDZc
• Rimmel Lasting Perfection (I think this has gone off the market)http://goo.gl/UevHNG

Thanks for reading :)

The Blindfold MakeUp Challenge!

Finally I got around to editing our Blindfold MakeUp Challenge! It is hilarious so be sure to watch! I was in stitches laughing when editing! :D

We have had a bit of a break there for awhile. I wasn't feeling up to blogging or doing videos (the video editor I have is a pain!) and things just got in the way. Kerrie has moved house so she is now a good bit away from me! So along with some videos we do together we will also be doing separate videos from time to time. It will be weird doing videos by ourselves but it will be an experience and hopefully fun :P

I will get back to blog now soon. I do have some reviews of products to come! So watch this space...


Enjoy the video and remember we love comments! :D

I ♥ Spring Tag

Hey guys! We're back with the I ♥  Spring tag!  We're having lots of fun making videos so please do be sure to let us know what you think, how we can improve and tell us what you want to see from us! It's hard to think of ideas but we do have more to come so watch this space...! :D

Here are the spring questions we had to answer! All answers are in our video so get watching! ;)

1. Favorite spring nail polish?
2. What is your must-have lip product this spring?
3. Show us your favorite spring dress!
4. What's your favorite flower?
5. Favorite spring scarf/accessory?
6. What spring trend(s) are you most excited about this year? (Makeup, fashion or both!)
7. Favorite spring candle OR Favorite seasonal food in spring?
8. Favorite perfume for spring?
9. What is spring like where you live?
10. What's your favorite thing about spring?
11. Are you a spring cleaner?
12. Any plans for spring break or an upcoming vacation?

We didn't have everything at hand to show off so I had to insert some photos of our dress picks, Kerrie's nail varnish pick, Kerrie's favourite candle and my perfume! For better look at them, here they are:

Kerrie's favourite Spring nail varnish:

Essence "Snow White 08 Dopey"

Left: My favourite spring dress from New Look

Right: Kerrie's favourite spring dress from Ebay

Kerrie's favourite Spring Candle:

The Natural Collection, Hops & Herbs

 My favourite spring perfume:

Harajuku Lovers "Wicked Style"

Haul & Kerrie's Birthday Haul

 

Kerrie's Birthday Haul

Real Techniques Your Eyes/Enhanced Starter Set
John William Waterhouse "Soul of the Rose" Locket Necklace Charm Bracelet
Compact Mirror*
Nail Art Decorations*
Recipe Box*
Halle by Halle Berry Purfume 

*can't tell you where its from cos its a birthday secret! :P

Kerrie's Haul

Revlon Colourstay Foundation (Used by Emily Noel)
UNE Healthy Glow Enhancer
Dainty Doll Cream Blush
Essence Vintage District Blush
Maybelline Colour Sensational Lipstick in Raspberry Diamonds

 

Swatches

Left to right:
Dainty Doll Cream Blush in 001
 Maybeline Colour Sensational in 175 Raspberry
 Essence Vintage blusher 01 It's Popul-Art
 Une Healthy Glow Enhancer in H40

 Aishling's Haul

Revlon Photoready Airbrush Mousse Foundation
Collection 2000 Extreme 24 Hour Felt Tip Liner in Purple
Collection 2000 Glam Crystal - Le Freak
Collection 2000 Glam Crystal - Rock Chick
Garnier Mineral Clean Sensation Roll On Deodorant
Simple Eye Make-Up Remover

Swatches

Top to bottom:

Collection 2000 Glam Crystals - Rock Chick

Collection 2000 Glam Crystals - Le Freak

Collection 2000 Felt Tip Liner - Purple

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New Empties Video

Our very first video! I had such a hard time editing this video so its not very good. Fairly choppy cuts because for some reason iMovie wouldn't cooperate and it kept freezing and crashing on me so I done it quickly and the best I could! We were also baking just before this was filmed so we don't look the best haha! :P

More videos coming very soon! Be sure to let us know what videos you'd like to see in future or tag us!

Here is a list of products mentioned in the video!


Products Kerrie mentions:

Hair:
L'oreal Elvive Nutri Gloss Crystal Conditioner
Garnier Conditioner (From a hair dye box)
Pantene Coloured Hair Conditioner (Sample)
Pantene Rescue Mask (Sample)
Pantene Colour Protect Shampoo (Sample)
Batiste Dry Shampoo Cherry

Face & Body:
Johnson's Face Care Wipes for sensitive skin
Zeoderm Cream (Sample)
Aveeno Body Cream
Clarins Cream Gel
Gorgeous by Gok Body Butter
Sanctuary Body Butter
Say Yes To Carrots Body Butter

Bath & Shower:
The Jilted Elf bath or shower jelly by Lush
Dove Purely Pampering Nourishing Body Wash
Sanex Roll On Deodorant
Garnier Mineral Sensation Roll On Deodorant



Products Aishling mentions:

Hair:
Milkshake Hair Mask Conditioner (Can only be bought in Salons or specialty hair shops)
Naked For Kids 2 in 1 Shampoo Banana and Custard

Face & Body:
Bliss Energising Mask Face Wash
Johnson's Face Care Wipes for dry skin
Rituals Hammam Delight Fresh Eucalyptus & Rosemary Foaming Shower Gel

Make up:
Maxfactor Weightless Foundation in Light Ivory




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MyYouTubes

About once a month I'll discover a new Youtube Channel I like, my subscriptions are mostly make up gurus, Vlogs, hauls and some funnies.  I also like seeing videos of peoples grocery shopping for some weird reason!  What I really don't like is people that say 'like' every two seconds :P
Here are a few of my faves, the ones I watch regularly.  What are your favourites?  Or your most hated?

I'll start off with the ubiquitous Pixiwoo's! I think everybody knows them at this stage, they would have been the first make up tutorials I watched on youtube.  Sam is my favourite, they are both really nice and very good at what they do, but I prefer Sams looks and personality :) I've watched nearly every Pixiwoo video (including pixiwoo madness channel!)

and Pixiwoo Madness

Next, Beauty Broadcast by emilynoel83. She is an American TV newscaster and I have to say I judged her before I watched and thought oh noes another run of the mill american 'like awesome' vlogger. NO I was wrong! She is great, she speaks very well and is so good at reviewing products, which I love, getting to see all those american products we can't get or cannot afford!  And the make up looks she does are lovely and easy to follow.

Other make up ladies I like are Simone Gannon, The Make Up Chair and NikkieTutorials - the quality is really good on her camera for seeing the make up and application close up and in detail. 

A new lady I found is meghantonjes. She came to my attention via this vid 

All I can say is, yep, yep and yep! I get this and she is awesome and she can say like and use it in the proper way and she is cool.  Subscribed!

Katie Puckrik Smells - Hell yeah she does! but she does not stink, I can't tell you why I like this, I mean I cannot even smell the smellys but there is something relaxing about her videos.  Also I was watching this and my boyfriend said - oh is that THE Katie Puckrik?  Yep I didn't know she was somebody :P

Here she is reviewing my Favourite perfume (I only got a sample sniff :( )

The Kandee Johnson Show, she also has her regular KandeeJohnson Channel. But I like the hauls in the Kandee Johnson Show.  

She also does hair as well as make up which is really good.  OH and here's the first vid I saw her do - Ziggy Stardust.

And I'll end it with Djflula

Gimme some recommendations for new stuff peoples!

kthnxbi