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Hi, dolls!
With summer approaching, I have three suggestions from RoC's Soleil-Protect range to help and protect you from the sun. If you're interested to find out all about it, let's get right into the review!

This post may contain gifted products/affiliate links. However, my reviews/opinions on products are always 100% honest and I'll only recommend items that I love!

SPF (Sun Protection Factor) should be an essential for everyone no matter their age, skin type or tone. It protects against harmful UVA & UVB rays, reduces signs of ageing and it helps to strengthen your skin barrier. I also want to stress how important it is to wear SPF all year round and not just in summer to protect your skin from UV rays. RoC Soleil-Protect range is perfect to try out in order to start introducing SPF products into your daily routines. The three products I was able to try out and can honestly recommend to you are the High Tolerance Comfort Fluid, Moisturising Spray Lotion and the Refreshing Skin Restoring Milk. 


RoC Soleil-Protect High Tolerance Comfort Fluid SPF50
£17.99

This High Tolerance Comfort Fluid comforts sensitive skin and protects its youthful appearance. It has a very light fluid texture that leaves no white residue and penetrates quickly into the skin. It's actually the second bottle in my collection - I really enjoy using it on a daily basis and it works great on my sensitive skin. It's fragrance-free and hypoallergenic. 

RoC Soleil-Protect Moisturising Spray Lotion SPF50+
£17.99

RoC's Moisturising Spray Lotion SPF50+ ensures high sun protection whilst maintaining your skin's natural moisture. It also has a light, non-greasy and velvety-texture formula that leaves no white residue. It's a spray lotion, so it's perfect to quickly reapply throughout the day.


RoC Soleil-Protect Refreshing Skin Restoring Milk - After Sun 
£17.99

One of my favourites, this Refreshing Skin Restoring Milk immediately cools, soothes and hydrates skin. As someone who burns easily if exposed to sun for too long, I really appreciate having this product in my collection. It has a light, refreshing milky texture that immediately penetrates and helps to repair sun-induced skin damage. 

Have you tried anything from RoC's Soleil-Protect range yet? Which of the three products appeal to you the most? Let me know in the comments and stay tuned for my next review!


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Hi, dolls!
Today, we are mixing my love for fragrances with my love for astrology and it's the perfect occasion for me to tell you what Kayali fragrance you should try based on your zodiac sign. If you're interested to find out all about it, then let's get right into the post!

This post may contain gifted products/affiliate links. However, my reviews/opinions on products are always 100% honest and I'll only recommend items that I love!

Aries 
March 21st - April 19th
Kayali Sweet Diamond Pink Pepper | 25

To all my fiery, confident and determined Aries - Kayali's Sweet Diamond will make you feel in your element. Sweet Diamond Pink Pepper | 25 is spicy yet sweet and will make you feel like the queen/king you are. 

Read my full Sweet Diamond Pink Pepper | 25 review here

Taurus
April 20th - May 20th
Kayali Deja Vu White Flower | 57

Kayali's Deja Vu is the perfect scent for all my loyal, loving and hard-headed Tauruses! It's romantic and very unique just like you - stubborn too because it lasts super long!

Read my full of Deja Vu White Flower | 57 review here

Gemini 
May 21st - June 21st
Kayali Citrus | 08

Outgoing, funny and communicative Geminis will enjoy a burst of Kayali's Citrus | 08. It's a refreshing scent and not a typical Citrus which makes it more mysterious and fun to explore - similarly to Geminis, with who you don't always know what you're about to get and experience!

Read my full Citrus | 08 review here

Cancer
June 22nd - July 22nd
Eden Juicy Apple | 01

To my sensitive, compassionate and nurturing Cancers - Kayali's Eden Juicy Apple | 01 is as special and sweet as you! It's a scent that everyone has been loving and I think everyone would agree it's really hard not to love a Cancer, you guys have the sweetest but not always so innocent energy and it's fun to be around! 

Read my Eden Juice Apple | 01 full review here

Leo 
July 23rd - August 22nd
Kayali Vanilla Royale Sugared Patchouli | 64

For the centre of attention - Kayali's Vanilla Royale is the PERFECT scent for all my Leos out there. I know you all love to shine and this is exactly what Kayali's juice will help you accomplish. It's time to smell like the Queen/King you are! 

Read my Vanilla Royale Sugared Patchouli | 64 full review here


Virgo
August 23rd - September 22nd
Kayali Musk | 12

Kayali's Musk | 12 is the cleanest scent for the cleanest and most organised sign out there. I know all my Virgos will enjoy this practical scent that can be used as a layering based for any fragrance or on its own. 

Read my Musk | 12 full review here


Libra
September 23rd - October 22nd
Kayali Vanilla | 28

Kayali's Vanilla | 28 is the most popular fragrance from their range and this fits so well with all my friendly and easy-going Libras. It's impossible to dislike and not get on well with a Libra and same applies to this Kayali juice. 

Read my Vanilla | 28 full review here

Scorpio
October 23rd - November 21st 
Kayali Invite Only Amber | 23

The most intense Kayali scent that turns heads and is very seductive is the perfect juice for the most intense and mysterious sign out there - my lovely Scorpios. 

Read my Invite Only Amber | 23 full review here

Sagittarius
November 22nd - December 21st 
Kayali Lovefest Burning Cherry | 48

Sagittarius aka the life of the party - there is truly no one as fun, lively and passionate to be around than you. This is exactly why Kayali's Lovefest fragrance is the perfect juice for you which gives out so much joyous energy from just one spray - similarly to what it feels to meet you for the first time.

Read my Lovefest Burning Cherry | 48 full review here


Capricorn
December 22nd - January 19th
Kayali Elixir | 11

Is there anyone more direct, hard-working and ambitious than a Capricorn? I don't think so! For this exact reason, Kayali's Elixir | 11 is your perfect juice - it's straightforward and makes a statement after just one spray. Just like with a Capricorn, you get exactly what you expect from looking at its stunning and elegant black bottle!

Read my Elixir | 11 full review here 


Aquarius
January 20th - February 18th 
Yum Pistachio Gelato | 33

The most unique, one-of-a-kind and independent zodiac sign out there has to be an Aquarius and speaking as a fellow Aquarius, truly anything we do is just different from others. Kayali's Yum Pistachio Gelato | 33 fragrance is exactly that - so unique and different from their entire range. This is why an Aquarius and Kayali's Yum make the perfect pair!

Read my Yum Pistachio Gelato | 33 full review here


Pisces
February 19th - March 20th
Kayali Utopia Vanilla Coco | 21

Pisces are the most dreamy, creative and intuitive signs out there and there is no doubt that Kayali's softest and dreamiest juice Utopia Vanilla Coco | 21 makes the perfect fragrance for them! Pisces wearing Utopia will feel like they are on Cloud 9!

Read my Utopia Vanilla Coco | 21 full review here


I hope you enjoyed this post as much as I enjoyed creating it! Of course, this guide is made for entertainment purposes only and you can try out as many Kayali scents as you wish, however I definitely feel like these are great picks based on your zodiac sign's qualities. I also recommend checking out your Moon and Rising signs to get a lovely 3-way layering combo! 

As an Aquarius sun, Pisces moon and Libra rising, my perfect Kayali scents are Yum Pistachio Gelato | 33, Utopia Vanilla Coco | 21 and Vanilla | 28. Let me know your signs and results in the comments and stay tuned for my next post!

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Hi, dolls!
Today's review is all about the eyes - I'll be telling you all about the newest Kylash mascara by Kylie Cosmetics and compare it to the Perfect Strokes mascara by Rare Beauty. If you're interested to find out all about these two most talked about mascaras at the moment, let's get right into the review!


Kylie Cosmetics Kylash Mascara
£23/$24

Kylie Cosmetics Kylash Volume Mascara promises fuller and curvier lashes in an instant featuring a clean and vegan formula that doesn't compromise on performance.

As I started to apply the mascara, I immediately noticed the instant volume it provides and I'm really enjoying the fact this formula is clump-free, making it so easy to spread the product out evenly onto my eyes separating my lashes really nicely. It dries out pretty fast, so I definitely need more than one layer but it feels very lightweight on the eye and it gives that long lash look. 


Rare Beauty Perfect Strokes Mascara
£19/$20

Rare Beauty mascara promises fuller-looking lashes with a formula that works to curl, volumes and lengthen lashes without clumping.

When it came to Rare Beauty's mascara, it applied super smoothly and it definitely also added instant volume to the eyes. Its formula isn't as drying as Kylie's, so you get more product out at first, without having to apply another layer - but you can top it up as much as you need!


Final Thoughts
I truly really enjoyed testing out both mascaras and will be keeping both in my collection. Rare Beauty mascara is a bit cheaper than Kylie's but both are available to purchase in travel sizes if you'd like to test them out before committing to full-size. I love the design of Kylie's mascara tube and I like the fact it goes will the pink-theme of her other products and website. 

Let me know which one out of the two mascaras you'd like to try out the most and stay tuned for my next review! xo


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 Hi, dolls!
Today, I wanted to tell you all about Huda Beauty's newest release - Lip Blushes. If you want to learn all about this new product and its formula, let's get right into the review!

This post may contain gifted products/affiliate links. However, my reviews/opinions on products are always 100% honest and I'll only recommend items that I love!
 

Huda Beauty Lip Blush
£22

Huda's Lip Blushes are the ultimate go-to for a natural makeup look that lasts. These creamy lip and cheek stains are so comfortable, made to stay and come without the commitment and expense of having a lip blush treatment. They have a versatile formula that can be used to give cheeks and lips an easy-to-apply glow and pigment. Skincare superheroes such as Hyaluronic Acid and Coconut Extract work to give skin a burst of moisture, making this a handbag must-have.


Lip Blush is available in five gorgeous shades - from top to bottom we have: 
  💋 Peachy Kiss
  💋 Apricot Kiss
💋 Coral Kiss
💋 Rosy Kiss
💋 Berry Kiss

Huda's hack is to use the tip of the applicator to line the outer edges of your lips for a more defined look. You can also join Huda's newest challenge by showing her how your Lip Blush look lasts throughout the occasion you decide to wear it for - whether it's going to the beach, going to a pool party or doing a sweaty gym session! Simply post your look to instagram and use #LipBlushChallenge for a chance to get noticed by Huda and her team!

Will you be trying out Huda's newest Lip Blushes? Which shade is your favourite? Let me know and stay tuned for my next review!

As Huda's VIP, I'm also happy to announce you can now receive 20% off when shopping via my link! 
Enjoy - Shop Huda's Offer Now xo


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@oliviaaandbeauty Introducing the newest release from Huda Beauty - Lip Blush, the creamy lip and cheek stain. 💋 Available in five different shades - Peach Kiss, Apricot Kiss, Coral Kiss, Rosy Kiss and Berry Kiss. They all have a creamy, buildable and transfer-free formula that lasts up to eight hours. As you can see, I tried to remove them with makeup wipes but they last all day and wouldn’t move. I’m really impressed with this formula and already know this will become everyone’s new favourite lip product! #gifted Huda Beauty Lip Blushes launch May 9th worldwide 🌍 @hudabeautyshopofficial @hudabeauty @monakattan @tracepublicity #hudabeauty #hudabeautylipblush #lipblush #hudabeauties #hudabeautyshop #lipstains ♬ Cupid - Sped Up - EXE ROHIT

Hi, dolls!
I'm so excited to share with you all about the long awaited new Kayali fragrance - Yum Pistachio Gelato | 33. If you're interested to find out all about it, let's get right into the review! 

This post may contain gifted products/affiliate links. However, my reviews/opinions on products are always 100% honest and I'll only recommend items that I love!

Read my other Kayali reviews:
Kayali Elixir | 11 Review
Kayali Vanilla | 28 Review
Kayali Citrus | 08 Review
Kayali Musk | 12 Review
Kayali Deja Vu | 57 Review
Kayali Sweet Diamond Pink Pepper | 25 Review
Kayali Utopia Vanilla Coco |  21 Review
Kayali Invite Only Amber | 23 Review
Kayali Eden Juicy Apple | 01 Review
Kayali Lovefest Burning Cherry | 48 Review
Kayali Vanilla Royale Sugared Patchouli | 64 Review
Kayali Yum Pistachio Gelato | 33 Review


Kayali Yum Pistachio Gelato | 33
50ml £83/$105
(available in 10ml Travel Spray & 10ml/50ml/100ml bottles)

Kayali's newest launch Yum Pistachio Gelato | 33 is the ultimate unisex gourmand fragrance inspired by Mona's favourite desert. Similarly to Utopia, Invite Only and Vanilla Royale, Yum Pistachio is an Eau De Parfum Intense fragrance containing a super strong concentration of oils. It's crafted with a unique blend of 25% oils that promise a luxuriously rich, long-lasting scent for the ultimate sensorial experience. Additionally, the number 33 stands for how many modifications it took to make this juice perfect.

Top Notes: Pistachio Gelato, Rum, Hazelnut, Bergamot, Cardamon
Middle Notes: Lily-of-the-Valley, Geranium, Jasmine, Pear, Peony, Raspberry, White Peach
Base Notes: Sandalwood, Cedar, Whipped Cream, Marshmallow, Cacao, Cotton Candy, Turkish Delight Accord, Tonka Bean

Just like the name suggests, the opening of Yum Gelato Pistachio | 33 is very yummy and mouth-watering. It opens with a delicious Pistachio gelato and nutty Hazelnut notes blended beautifully well with the Rum, Cardamon and Bergamot notes. At the heart of this fragrance, you can find the gorgeous floral notes of Jasmine and Peony mixed with the White Peach, Raspberry and Pear which to me, add a soft and balanced sweetness to this scent. As it dries down, there is a great balance of sweetness and woodiness with the bottom notes that make this scent so luxurious and irresistible. 


This fragrance being a true gourmand scent will make you smell like a snack!
 For me, it was love at first sniff and I can honestly say it's one of my favourites from their entire range along with Sweet Diamond Pink Pepper | 25 and LoveFest Burning Cherry | 48 in the top three. The more I spray it, the more I can't get enough of how good it is and it reminds me of how you feel when you eat your favourite dessert. 


My opinion on the new bottle design being mint green can be a little bit bias since green is my favourite colour but I love the idea to make it frosty to represent the ice cream/gelato theme of the fragrance. The bottle also has the main notes written at the back, so you are reminded of what notes you can smell each time you spray it. Now I need this bottle in all sizes for display purposes!


Final Thoughts
This fragrance couldn't be more perfect for the upcoming Spring/Summer time! I have a feeling this one will be one of their best-sellers because it's so easy to wear yet super addictive and irresistible. It's a great unisex fragrance anyone can wear and layer with their favourite fragrances. As previously mentioned, I would place Yum Pistachio Gelato | 33 in my top three Kayali scents and if you've been following me for a while, you know how much I love them all, so this should say a lot about this fragrance! 

Kayali's Yum Pistachio Gelato | 33 will be available to purchase worldwide on March 21st 2023. Don't forget to sign up for their waiting list to be the first one to know when it's live! 

Let me know if this sounds like a fragrance you'd be interested in. Do you have a favourite Kayali scent already? Do you want my full and updated ranking? Comment down below and stay tuned for my next review! xo

As Huda's VIP, I'm also happy to announce you can now receive 20% off when shopping via my link! 
Enjoy - Shop Huda's Offer Now xo


Love, Olivia xo 

 
Hi, dolls!
I'm so excited to introduce to you the newest Ariana Grande fragrance duo - Mod Vanilla and Mod Blush. If you're interested to find out all about these two new scents, let's get right into the review!

This post may contain gifted products/affiliate links. However, my reviews/opinions on products are always 100% honest and I'll only recommend items that I love!
Ariana Grande Mod Blush
100ml £53/$68

Mod Blush comes as part of Ariana's newest MOD fragrance duo that celebrates both the power of duality and the intoxicating freedom of expression. It's expressive and vibrant.

Top Notes: Passionfruit, Raspberry, Pink Pepper, Bergamot
Middle Notes: Rose, Pear, Magnolia
Bottom Notes: Musk, Dreamwood, Sandalwood, Ambroxan

Mod Blush opens with a rich blend of Italian Bergamot, passionfruit and raspberry, energised by sparkling pink pepper and soon after, we start to smell the intriguing heart notes of rose petals and magnolia accented with a touch of pear for a breathtaking evolution on skin. Once it dries down, we start to get the bottom notes of Musk, Sandalwood, Dreamwood and Ambroxan. 

To me, Mod Blush is a great addition to Ariana's fragrance range as it’s not similar to anything she has done before - it's fruity, modern and energising. The opening is super refreshing with both, the Italian Bergamot and the Passionfruit being the most prominent notes of this fragrance that you can still smell once it dries down. I really like this fragrance, I think it gives a tropical juice vibes and it’s definitely more mature comparing to her first ‘sweet’ fragrances such as Ari and Sweet Like Candy. 
Ariana Grande Mod Vanilla
100ml £53/$68

Mod Vanilla comes as part of Ariana's newest MOD fragrance duo that celebrates both the power of duality and the intoxicating freedom of expression. It's modern, sensual and disruptive.

Top Notes: Musk, Pink Freesia, Plum
Middle Notes: Praline, Orris Root
Bottom Notes: Vanilla, Coconut

Mod Vanilla opens with a luscious blend of juicy dark plum and creamy musks heightened by a luminous touch of pink freesia. At the heart, we have the notes of Orris Butter and decadent White Praline. As it dries down, we get the indulgent Vanilla absolute and upcycled cocoa butter. 

To me, this is a sensual, creamy, cosy and mature scent but not completely new to Ariana’s fragrance range. This is due to Mod Vanilla’s opening being similar to her previous God is a Woman fragrance mixed with Cloud’s DNA. I personally love it but if you already own the two, you don’t necessarily need this bottle as you can layer GIAW with Cloud instead to get a similar outcome. 


Mod Vanilla or Mod Blush?
Well, it all depends on your preference!

I personally really enjoy both scents and find them to be a great duo to layer together or wear separately for different occasions. While Mod Blush is something newer to Ariana’s range with it being a fruity but mature scent, Mod Vanilla keeps the classic Cloud vibe mixed with the addition of Plum opening and creamy coconut dry down. I also love a good, unique fragrance bottle and I’m glad to see Ariana switch it up and give us something new every now and then! The colours of both bottles definitely reflect the juices and I’m really happy to have them both in my collection.

Have you tried either one of them yet? Which one is on your wish-list? Let me know down in the comments and stay tuned for my next review! xo


    Love, Olivia xo

Hi, dolls!
Today, I want to tell you all about Huda's newest silicone-free smoothing primer, launched as a part of her GloWish range. If you're interested to find out all about it and how it compares to Huda's Water Jelly hydrating primer, let's get right into the review!

This post may contain gifted products/affiliate links. However, my reviews/opinions on products are always 100% honest and I'll only recommend items that I love!


GloWish Blur Jam Silicone-Free Smoothing Primer
£29/$33

Blur Jam is an instantly smoothing, mattifying and breathable primer that is silicone-free and jam-packed with skin-loving ingredients for all day hydration and 12 hour pore-blurring power! It's infused with Damascus rose water, prickly pear and cactus flower extract - this formula helps to boost hydration, maintain skin barrier protection and extend makeup wear for up to 12 hours. 

In my opinion, Blur Jam primer is truly a filter in a bottle! Once applied, it gives a filter-like effect on the skin by visibly blurring pores instantly. As it's water-based primer, you do need to allow couple of minutes for this primer to dry on skin before applying any product on top but once it does, it works really well with other complexion products such as foundations and concealers. You can still wear it on no-makeup days simply for the blurring effect! 


This primer has a great texture with consistency that looks like jam and once applied to the skin it has a cooling effect. It has no-silicone and is very hydrating plus it leaves the skin looking blurred and super smooth. It's very important to let this primer dry a little bit before applying any products on top because it's a water-based primer. It will definitely make your pores vanish and keep your face looking and feeling matte all day long!


Huda Beauty Water Jelly Hydrating Primer
£30/$33

Water Jelly is an ultra-hydrating primer that smooth and quenches skin with a surge of moisture to create the perfect canvas that's ready to grip makeup in place for long-lasting, flawless wear. 

I have always enjoyed the jelly water texture of this primer as it's super light-weight and easy to apply. It melts into my skin almost immediately and not only does it add hydration but also gives my skin a healthy and glowy look. It works great with all my favourite foundations and without a doubt, helps to hold my makeup in place for much longer. 


Which Huda Beauty primer is better? 
Well, it's up to you to decide!

Personally, I use both of these primers depending on the occasion and my mood as both of them prime the skin really well and extend my makeup wear. However, if you are looking for a super hydrating primer that will leave your skin with a dewy finish, then Water Jelly Hydrating Primer would be the one for you. On the other hand, if you're someone who is looking for a pore-blurring and mattifying primer that also adds extra hydration to your skin, then I would recommend you trying out the newest GloWish Blur Jam primer. You can always have the best of both worlds by trying out both and testing them out for yourself - I am pretty confident that you will not regret this choice!

Let me know if you've tried any of Huda Beauty primers and which one is your favourite! Is Blur Jam on your wish-list? Stay tuned for my next review! xo

As Huda's VIP, I'm also happy to announce you can now receive 20% off when shopping via my link! 
Enjoy - Shop Huda's Offer Now xo


Love, Olivia xo 
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