Sunday, January 31
Hi, dolls!
Today I want to introduce you to a new fragrance brand called Seduction Scents. The brand kindly offered to send me two of their scents to try out and test. As always, all my reviews are 100% honest and if you're interested to find out more, let's get right into the review!
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Seduction Scents was founded in 2021 and they specialise in undiluted perfume oils. All of their oils are imported from Dubai to provide the best quality. Fragrance oils are highly concentrated meaning the smell lasts longer than your typical store bought perfume. They are more affordable and last three times longer. The founder of Seduction Scents loves perfumes and doesn't think you need to spend too much to smell nice. Therefore, her brand offer your favourite scents for affordable prices. I was gifted two of their scents - Caution and Empress and I was really excited to try them out and review for you guys.
Caution is described as a statement, evening date night scent. It's a very mature sandalwood scent with a mixture of Tonka bean, almond, vanilla and jasmine.
I find Caution to be a very fresh scent you can wear for all occasions. To me, it's a sweeter version of Good Girl by Carolina Herrera and actually when I first sprayed it, my family thought I have layered Good Girl with another floral scent. It's mature and very sexy. I see myself wearing it during the day as well for a night out. Out of the two, it's definitely my favourite.
Empress is described as a fresh, sweet vanilla, raspberry, orange jasmine scent. It was made to linger and leave your mark. Think every girls favourite scent, sweet but not candy, loud, mature, money scent.
I can definitely smell the sweet vanilla and jasmine. I think of it more as a night-out, evening scent because although it's sweet, it's very mature and sexy. Just as it's described, it's not candy sweet and I agree that wearing it on a night-out can make a statement.
Seduction Scents have a simple yet very pretty bottle design. It's a see-through bottle with a big cap and I think it looks pretty luxurious. I've seen similar bottles being sold in Selfridges and I love how it looks on my vanity.
Final Thoughts
If you are into fragrance oils or would like to try good but affordable ones, definitely try Seduction Scents. You can purchase them over on their instagram account and I believe their website will be launching soon. Personally, I have enjoyed both of these fragrance oils but if I had to pick my favourite it would be Caution. Thank you Seduction Scents for sending over these two unique scents!
Let me know down in the comments which of the two scents you think you'd prefer. Make sure to give Seduction Scents a follow on their instagram and check out their products!
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Wednesday, January 27
Hi, dolls!
I wanted to make today's post a little bit more interesting and decided to tell you about 5 well-known beauty products which didn't work for me. I am aware that these products are very popular and most people like them but I do regret buying them and don't see myself reaching for them any time soon. If you're interested to find out more, let's get right into the review!
The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5
£5.90/$8
I bought this product based on recommendation and its good reviews, however I was pretty disappointed. After a week of constant use, it broke my skin out and I had to stop using it. I didn't see or felt any difference of this on my skin except the bad breakout.
Kylie Cosmetics Matte Liquid Lipstick
£21/$29
As much as I love Kylie Cosmetics and their products, I cannot stand their matte liquid lipstick formula. I find their matte liquid lipsticks to be incredibly drying, making my lips feel very wrinkly and uncomfortable. However, I do love Kylie's other formulas, especially her high glosses and creme lipsticks. I would love to buy ‘Koko K’ or ‘Kylie’ shades in her creme lipstick formulas!
No7 Purifying Foaming Cleanser
£7.50/$11
No7 is one of my favourite skincare brands, however their Purifying Foaming Cleanser was a disappointment for me. After testing it out for a week, my skin had the worst reaction to it and it caused my skin to breakout quite badly. I definitely prefer to spend £20 on Kylie's foaming cleanser which my skin seems to be loving a lot!
Revolution PRO New Neutral Translucent Pressed Powder
£7/$10
There was a time where I was constantly buying new Revolution products and this powder was one of the products I was super excited to try. It was a real disappointment. There is nothing translucent about this - it's a pure white powder, making my face look like I'm Casper the friendly Ghost. I don't see this working on anyone's skin tone because it's like putting white chalk all over your face. Sadly this went straight to the bin.
Florence By Mills Zero Chill Face Mist
£10/$10
Zero Chill face mist is very basic and way too overpriced. It's refreshing but not a must-have as it doesn't do anything special for your skin. There are other cheaper facial sprays that will hydrate your skin for much longer than this one does.
There isn't a particular order to these products as I dislike them equally and wouldn't recommend them at all. I hope you have enjoyed this post and please remember that just because they didn't work for me, doesn't mean they won't work for you! Let me know down in the comments what products you have been disliking lately and why! xo
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Sunday, January 24
Hi, dolls!
I have been growing my fragrance collection for a while, so you might see more fragrance reviews on my blog than before. R.E.M by Ariana Grande was the next celebrity fragrance I wanted to try out but everyone on my social media has been recommending Cloud instead. It was a hard choice to pick between the two but I finally gave in and purchased Cloud. If you're interested to find out more about it, let's get right into the review!
Read my previous Ariana Grande fragrance reviews:
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Ariana's Cloud fragrance was launched in September 2018 during her Sweetener era and as we all know it was after she went through a difficult period of time in her life. Therefore, it comes to no surprise that the fragrance was inspired by optimism and hope. It was also her first fragrance that came with a new bottle design which stood apart from her existing fragrances at the time. Cloud is described as uplifting and addictive new scent which imbues a thoughtful, artistic expression of positivity and happiness from Ariana to her fans.
Top Notes: Lavender Blossom, Juicy Pear, Bergamot
Middle Notes: Whipped Cream, Coconut, Praline, Vanilla Orchid
Bottom Notes: Musk, Woody Notes
The opening gives me a burst of very sweet gourmand and fruity notes. As it settles throughout the day, it gets sweeter but at the same time sexier and you start to smell the Creme de Coconut and its bottom notes of musk and creamy woods. Personally, I find this fragrance to be very sweet but very mature and therefore, not as childish as her previous scents. For example, Sweet Like Candy is sweet but a very high school scent whereas Cloud is sweet but I can see a mature, businesswoman wearing it. To keep it simple as not everyone cares about the top, middle and bottom notes, I would say this smells like burnt sugar with cotton candy but in a very mature, sexy way! It's hard to imagine the scent but I personally really like it and have been wearing it non-stop since I've purchased it. In addition, Cloud has been named the best dupe for Baccarat Rouge 540 by Maison Francis Kurkdjian which is a very expensive fragrance available to purchase for £215 for 75ml. Once lockdown is over here in the UK, I'll be heading to the nearest shop to test out Baccarat Rouge to see how similar it actually is to Cloud.
As mentioned in my Thank You, Next review, Cloud was the first Ariana fragrance with a new bottle design which in my opinion looks much better than her old ones. The bottle itself is blue but see-through and reminds me of a Chanel Chance bottle which looks super elegant and classy. It's topped with a cloud cap, which fits the cloud theme of the fragrance. The bottle comes with a perfume holder in the shape of a cloud, which you can gladly show off on your vanity. I don't really like her fragrance holders because I do think the bottles look very cute on its own and the Cloud holder has this annoying plastic smell which I can't stand.
Similarly to all other Ariana fragrances, Cloud is also an Eau de Parfum. Eau de Parfum has the highest concentration of fragrance - generally having a fragrance concentration of between 15% and 20%. On average, eau de Parfum should last from four to five hours, if not more. This differs from Eau de Toilette which has a fragrance concentration of between 5% and 15%. Eau de Toilette is definitely one of the most popular types of fragrance and it is definitely cheaper than eau de Parfum (in case some of you were wondering why Cloud's price is high) but it will normally only last for two to three hours. I find all Ariana's fragrances to be much more longer lasting than other celebrity fragrances and I would say that Cloud lasts a good 4 to 6 hours.
Final Thoughts
It took me a while to make up my mind about Cloud but I am glad I finally bought it. It's definitely a scent I see myself wearing and although I seemed to prefer R.E.M, I can see why Cloud is so popular. I saw one review when a girl compared Cloud to how a Baby Born doll's head used to smell like and as weird as it is, I totally agree. If I had to pick between Cloud and Thank You, Next, I think I'd pick Cloud but it would definitely be interesting to see how I feel about these scents after I've been wearing Cloud for longer. You can expect a R.E.M review next because the new Ariana fragrance is still on my wishlist and I'll keep my comparisons for future reviews.
I hope you have enjoyed this review! Let me know down in the comments which Ariana Grande fragrance is your favourite? Should I test more? xo
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Wednesday, January 20
Hi, dolls!
Today I will be reviewing another skincare brand called Cetaphil and their two products - Gentle Skin Cleanser and their Daily Defence Moisturiser SPF50. If you're interested to find out more, let's get right into it!
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Cetaphil is a global, multi award winning skincare brand which has been providing their products and helping people care for their skin for over 70 years now. Cetaphil offers a gentle and simple skincare routine with their specifically designed range for sensitive skin, including both cleansers and moisturisers. When I first got into skincare, I kept looking for a good cleanser that would work well with my sensitive skin. Lately, I have been obsessed with my Kylie Skin foaming cleanser, however I used Cetaphil before I discovered Kylie's and I did really enjoy it.
Cetaphil's Gentle Skin Cleanser is said to be specially formulated to provide effective, gentle skincare to help your skin look and feel its best. It is fragrance free and non-comedogenic meaning it won't block your pores. Cetaphil's Cleanser cleanses, moisturises and gently removes what your skin doesn't need, without disturbing the skin's natural pH balance. It's recommended for all skin types including sensitive skin and to use not only on your face but also on your hands and entire body.
After not having the best luck with my No7 foaming cleanser, I was desperate of a good cleanser that wouldn't irritate my skin. I read a lot about Cetaphil and finally decided to give it a go. I found this cleanser to do exactly what it claims - it's super gentle especially if you have sensitive skin like me. It fully removes all of your makeup and doesn't leave your skin feeling dry at all. My face always felt soft and super clean after each use. The only reason I stopped using this is because I really enjoy my Kylie Skin foaming cleanser, however this is definitely way more affordable and it's the next best cleanser I would personally recommend.
I always appreciate a good moisturiser with the highest SPF possible because I am very pale and therefore need as much protection from the sun as possible. Cetaphil's Daily Defence Moisturiser claims to be light-weight and easily absorbed. It hydrates skin and provides very high, broad-spectrum UVA/B photoprotection to help defend skin against the effects of daily exposure to the sunlight and help skin maintain its natural protective barrier. It's suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin. Similarly to the cleanser, the moisturiser is also fragrance-free and non-comedogenic as well as dermatologist tested.
I really like the fact that this moisturiser is SPF50 because that's the high protection I always look for in my moisturisers. I found this sunscreen to be very light and just as it's described, it absorbs really quickly. I had no problem wearing it under my makeup or alone - it spreads easily on your face and you can apply makeup on top of it without any issues. My skin is very sensitive and I had no bad reactions to it. The only thing I could complain about is the size of this product. It comes in 50ml which is quite small comparing to my other sunscreens that are much more affordable. However, if your skin is really sensitive and you want a moisturiser that won't break you out, definitely check out Cetaphil's products!
Final Thoughts
My experience with Cetaphil's products has been very positive, my skin had no bad reactions to their products and it's something I would consider repurchasing. I'm not sure in which countries except the UK you can purchase Cetaphil's products from but if you do come across them I would definitely recommend you to try them out.
Let me know down in the comments what your current skincare favourites are
and if you have tried Cetaphil's products before! xo
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Sunday, January 17
For today's post, I wanted to rank my entire Kayali collection and since my birthday is coming soon, I decided to host a birthday giveaway! If you're interested to find out more about each scent, let's get right into the review and check out below how to enter the giveaway! xo
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As I've already reviewed each of the scents in separate blog posts, I will keep this rating very short and I will link my full review to each as we go along. Keep in mind that I do love the entire Kayali collection and this list is based on my fragrance preferences. Make sure to tell me in the comments which of these would be your number one!
5th Place - Kayali Musk | 12
Top Notes: Freesia, Lotus
Middle Notes: Musk, Jasmine
Base Notes: Vanilla, Sandalwood
4th Place - Citrus | 08
Top Notes: Pink Grapefruit, Rhubarb, Black Currant, Bergamot, Pink Pepper
Middle Notes: Bulgarian Rose, Damask Rose
Base Notes: Musk, Oakmoss, Tonka Bean
The opening gives me a burst of pink grapefruit, bergamot and roses. This Citrus isn't your traditional Citrus scent, which in my opinion makes it even more unique. Comparing it to my other Kayali fragrances, Citrus is definitely the 'lightest' out of the 5 I have. This isn't a bad thing because I know that not everyone likes heavy fragrances. I've placed it in 4th place because I don't think this one is as long lasting as my top 3, however it's still a fragrance I see myself using, especially during summer.
3rd Place - Elixir | 11
Top Notes: Red Apple, Rose Petals
Middle Notes: May Rose, Jasmine Sambac
Base Notes: Patchouli, Amber, Vanilla
The opening gives me a burst of red apple and rose petals and just as it's labelled it's a floral fruity fragrance. Elixir was my first Kayali fragrance and I do love it very much, however it's very strong and heavy and I don't typically wear it on a daily basis. Out of the 5, I'd say this one could be unisex, however I'd prefer to wear it myself than smell it on a man. Also, in my opinion the black packaging which differs from the other 4 is very fitting with the elegant scent of Elixir.
2nd Place - Deja Vu White Flower | 57
Top Notes: Gardenia, Nectarine, Pear
Middle Notes: Tuberose, Indian Jasmine, Orange Blossom
Base Notes: Patchouli, Tahitian Vanilla, Sandalwood, Cashmere Wood
The opening gives me a burst of patchouli and jasmine and just as it's labelled it is a white floral fragrance. It's truly a beautiful scent, and I have actually repurchased this one as I've finished my first bottle already. This is a scent I can have 24/7 on me and never get bored of it. There is nothing bad I can say about this fragrance and the only reason why it's 2nd and not 1st is simply because I am obsessed with the scent below. Deja Vu from Kayali I would say is the safest to blind buy for anyone as I think everyone would enjoy it!
1st Place - Vanilla | 28

Top Notes: Vanilla Orchid, Jasmine
Middle Notes: Brown Sugar, Tonka Bean
Base Notes: Patchouli, Amber, Amberwood, Musk
If I could keep only one scent from my Kayali collection, it would be Vanilla. It's my favourite out of the 5 and it's also my favourite Vanilla scent out there. If you don't enjoy Vanilla scents you probably won't like it, however I love how unique this is and how long it stays on for. I always get so many compliments when wearing this!
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Giveaway Time!
Seeing as my birthday is coming up, I decided to host another giveaway. I will be picking ONE lucky winner to receive one Kayali Fragrance of their choice in 10ml bottle
To Enter:
1. Follow My Blog (click HERE)
2. Leave a comment telling me which Kayali fragrance you'd like to try the most
3. Make sure to include your email in the comment, so I can contact you if you win!
I will also be picking another winner over on my social media, so make sure to enter on my Instagram and Twitter for more chance to win!
Giveaway is international, however avoid where Kayali doesn't ship. Giveaway ends on 24/01/21 and winner will be contacted via email. You will only be entered if all 3 steps are followed.
Good luck!
Love, Olivia xo
Wednesday, January 6
Hi, dolls!
I'm super excited that I was finally able to finish off my Kayali collection by getting their Musk fragrance. If you're interested to find out more about it, let's get right into the review!
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Kayali means my imagination in Arabic and it was created by both Huda and Mona Kattan, who in fact is known as the Perfume Princess. I honestly think that if we're going to trust anyone when it comes to fragrance, it should be Mona. If you follow her on social media, you must know how big her perfume collection is and also, her perfume knowledge. I knew Kayali would be amazing from the start and it definitely didn't disappoint. Kayali's tagline is every layer of me and it actually focuses on layering fragrances to create your own, personal scent.
Top Notes: Freesia, Lotus
Middle Notes: Musk, Jasmine
Base Notes: Vanilla, Sandalwood
Musk | 12 is described as emanating power and confidence beginning with magnificent notes of Lotus Flower, Freesia and Sheer Jasmine. Laced with exquisite Musk, the scent shines a light on one of the world's mysterious ingredients. A blend of Vanilla and Sandalwood gives this distinguished fragrance an enchanting and tempered soul. The number next to the perfume name, in this case the number 12 signifies the number of modifications that it took to get the scent right.
The opening gives me a burst of jasmine and vanilla. I find this Musk fragrance to be super powdery - it's a beautiful warm fragrance but definitely too powdery for me and it's not a fragrance I would usually wear. I've also noticed that this fragrance is not as long lasting as the other Kayali fragrances that stay on for super long time - Elixir, Deja Vu and Vanilla. Similarly to all other Kayali fragrances, Musk is also an Eau de Parfum. Eau de Parfum has the highest concentration of fragrance - generally having a fragrance concentration of between 15% and 20%. On average, eau de Parfum should last from four to five hours, if not more. This differs from Eau de Toilette which has a fragrance concentration of between 5% and 15%. Eau de Toilette is definitely one of the most popular types of fragrance and it is definitely cheaper than eau de Parfum (in case some of you were wondering why Kayali's price is high) but it will normally only last for two to three hours.
In each of my Kayali review I love to mention how beautiful and classy the Kayali bottles look. The packaging is super elegant and the diamond cap makes it even more unique. This is not a cheap fragrance, so I'm glad that you get a luxurious bottle with it.
Final Thoughts
When I first came across Kayali fragrances I knew that I wouldn't be the biggest fan of the Musk fragrance. This has to be my least favourite out of the entire Kayali collection simply because I find it too powdery and too musky and just doesn't sit well with my preferences. However, it's still a beautiful scent that I think many will enjoy, so if you do like it that's also cool! I'm a bit disappointed that this fragrance isn't as long lasting as the others, especially Elixir, Vanilla and Deja Vu because it means you have to reapply it all the time and it's definitely not a cheap fragrance.
Let me know down in the comments if you have tried any of the Kayali fragrances and if so, which is your favourite? Would you like me to rate them all in a separate blog post? xo
Sunday, January 3
Hi, dolls!
Welcome to my first post of 2021! Today, I decided to review my favourite lipsticks of all time - the Revolution x Soph lipsticks! These came out I believe in the second half of 2018, and I have no idea why I still haven't reviewed them but ever since, these lipsticks have been my favourite and since they are still available to buy, let's get right into the review!
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Revolution teamed up with YouTuber Soph (known as SophDoesNails or SophDoesLife) in two collabs - first included Soph's eyeshadow and highlighter palettes and second included Extra Spice eyeshadow palette and 3 lipsticks. Together, they have produced 3 nude lipsticks named after her favourite treats - Syrup, Cake and Fudge. All 3 lipsticks have a creamy satin finish and are packed in a matte nude packaging with a shiny rose gold lid with Soph x imprinted on the bullet of the lipsticks. All Revolution products including Soph's lipsticks are 100% cruelty-free!
Although I have tried all three shades, I decided to keep only two. I found Fudge to be too dark for my skin tone and therefore, decluttered it. I never really cared for Revolution's lipsticks as I dislike any matte formulas, however, when I found out Soph's have a creamy satin formula, I knew I wanted to try them out. This is so far my favourite lipstick formula I've tried! It's super creamy and comfortable to wear on the lips and as it's not matte, it doesn't dry down and I know a lot of people will love that about them. All three shades are super pigmented and honestly, I don't think anyone would think these are from Revolution for only £4/$7. I much prefer them to my Kylie Cosmetics Creme Lipsticks. Out of the three, Syrup is my favourite colour-wise as it's just the perfect nude for my skin tone.
I've also noticed that at the bottom of each lipstick, there is a see-through bit which shows you the lipstick shade and you can actually twist it out and use as well. This part is best used with a lip brush as it's really small but it's a great addition to the lipstick! I definitely recommend these to anyone that likes a nice creamy satin lipstick because it's really affordable and at the same time the formula feels luxurious.
I'm curious to know what everyones favourite lipstick at the moment is, so let me know down in the comments! xo
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