SAMPLE: Bare Minerals Complexion Rescue Tinted Hydrating Gel Cream

A few weeks back, I asked if any of you had tried the new Bare Minerals product but I didn't receive much response because its new.

I recently popped in to Debenhams in Oxford Street on a completely different agenda but thought why not try it out whilst I was there.

The lady that served me was really nice, she originally matched me to the shade 'Chestnut' but I asked to try a darker shade as I felt this one was a little bit on the ashy side.
The shade darker was 'Sienna' which I felt matched me a bit better. I didn't want to commit to buying the full size tube if I wasn't going to completely like it and I wanted to see how the product would look in natural lighting (store lights can sometimes be deceiving).

I tried the sample today and I really liked it!

When I first started applying it, I was thinking what on earth is this, why does it look grey?! But I worked it into my skin using my fingers and honestly I didn't feel like I had any product on my face but it left a nice dewy finish.

I did have to powder a lot during the day but that's my fault as I forgot to prime my skin before applying the product.

I will definitely be purchasing the full size product because I think it  will be perfect for summer as it is so lightweight.

I couldn't sing enough praises for this product, it honestly is amazing even for people with oily skin like myself. I'll update you on how long the product lasts without shine once I use it with a primer.

Love,

Ohemaa Renelle

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I Gave Estée Lauder Another Chance!

I know it was only recently I had nothing positive to say and had no interest in Estée Lauder but, I'm still so determined to find out why everyone is so crazy about this brand for foundation.

I must admit, after watching Patricia Bright and her sister's Estée Lauder ad I was all the more determined to give it another go. 

I went to selfridges in London and was colour matched again but to a different shade. I only tried out the Double Wear Foundation this time. The colour I was matched with wasn't far off but it did make my skin look dull and a little bit grey (I didn't notice this in the store). However, I didn't get that cakey feeling on my skin I experienced last time I tried it. I went away with a sample which I used yesterday but I still wasn't completely happy with the shade so I used my Lancôme foundation instead.

This is how the initial application looked although the grey undertone doesn't really show up on camera.

Although I'm not completely in love with Estée Lauder just yet, I don't completely hate it anymore either. Hopefully, I'll find a shade that matches me perfectly but in the mean time I'll stick to my Lancôme and Giorgio Armani. 

Love, 

Ohemaa Renelle 

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My Weight Gain Journey | Update

It wasn't too long ago that I posted saying I had given up trying to put on weight because absolutely nothing was working for me.

Miraculously, I have some how managed to gain a little bit of weight and I found this out without the aid of a scale.
A few people have told me I've put on weight which I'm delighted about but unfortunately I can't actually tell you how I did it because I have no idea how it happened.

I have noticed that my appetite has increased a little recently and I've been trying my best to eat 3 times a day.

I haven't been sticking to my fitness regime much which I'm not proud of but I will get back on it as I want the weight I gain to look healthy.

Love,

Ohemaa Renelle

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Who Are Your Friends? | Thoughtful Thursdays

I thought about writing this post because it seems to be a popular topic at the moment in the blog and youtube world.

Favourite Music

This isn't something I'd normally do just because I feel like music is a really personal thing but I have 2 favourites which are on two completely opposite sides of the spectrum.

My Favourite Author | Dorothy Koomson

I fell in love with Dorothy Koomson's books back in 2011 when I read 'The Chocolate Run'.
This book definitely reignited my love for reading and I started a hunt to find other books she had written.

Bake Of The Week | My Everyday Breakfast

I was never one who took much interest in breakfast and as I'm usually in a rush in the mornings, I don't have time to eat to eat breakfast.
But after trying out this healthy breakfast option inspired by Niomi Smart, I've wondered why I didn't make time for breakfast before.

Estee Lauder Isn't For Me!

If you've seen my wishlist, you'll have noticed that there are quite a few Estee Lauder products on there.
I was desperate to buy these products because I'd heard so many amazing things and wanted to try it out for myself.

Today, I went into Westfield to get colour matched and I was truly disappointed.

I tried the Double Wear Light Foundation first as I'm looking for a summertime foundation that gives full coverage but is lightweight. This foundation has limited shades and none of them seemed to match.

I then went on to try the Double Wear Foundation, although there was more variety in the shades, I really didn't like the way the foundation felt on my face. It felt really cakey and my face felt stiff.

I'm glad that I went in store to colour match because I feel as though I've saved myself some money by not purchasing a product that I would never use.

I have removed these products from my wishlist for the time being but who knows, maybe I'll try them again in the future and have a different opinion.

Love,

Ohemaa Renelle

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MakeUp Forever Is Coming To The UK!

When I heard the amazing news that MakeUp Forever was coming to the UK I was completely estatic.

For about 2 or 3 years I've been wanting to try out the MakeUp Forver Mat Velvet foundation and the MakeUp Forever HD foundation but the risk of ordering it online and the shade being completely off was too high so I never purchased it.

They will be launching in the UK on May 19th at Debenhams Flagship store in Oxford street.

I will definitely be there for the launch, and if you're like me and you've been desperate to try out their products you'll be as excited as I am. 

Hope to see you there!

Love,

Ohemaa Renelle

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