FRIDAY FAVE! No.7 Pro Artist Moisture Muse Lipstick in shade 'Rose Couture'.

No.7 Pro Artist Moisture Muse Lipstick in shade 'Rose Couture'.

Wow! I am seriously impressed with this sheer lip colour, this is a definite "Friday Fave"!

It is the perfect colour for anyone who doesn't like wearing lipstick or doesn't know which shade to choose. A little rosier than your natural lip colour (cool rose) it really enhances your lips whilst not feeling heavy or uncomfortable to wear. It feels very nourishing and hydrating and adds a hint of colour and shine without being sticky like a lip gloss.  I love to keep it in my pocket and re-apply throughout the day.

Do not get me started on the gorgeous packaging! I am absolutely in love with the slim-line casing and the glorious click as you pop the lid back on to it.

If like me you always wear a lip liner pencil which I do recommend to define and make the most of your lips Charlotte Tilbury 'Pillow Talk' pairs perfectly with this shade.

This particular shade is my current staple and will definitely be a firm favourite in my pro' kit too.

PRO TIP!Apply a lip pencil all over the lips lightly first then apply a generous two or three coats of the lip colour for extra staying power.

RRP £14.95

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Friday Fave! Rosalique Redness relief day cream

I have long been a fan of the Rosalique 3-in-1 Anti-redness miracle formula which is excellent for covering redness and has SPF 50. I have used this daily for many years to improve the appearance of my mild rosacea.

However in recent months I have been using the redness relief day cream and I really love it. This cream immediately calms and soothes my skin nourishing it without feeling greasy or heavy. A definite Friday Fave!

I highly recommend this if you suffer from redness or have sensitive skin.

For best results I would follow up with the 3 in 1 Anti redness Miracle formula SPF 50.

https://rosalique.co.uk/collections/all/products/rosalique-3-in-1-anti-redness-miracle-formula

Key ingredients:
Vitamin E • Squalane • Mango Seed Butter • Olive Oil • Sunflower Seed Oil • With clinically proven Agascalm™(a clinically tested botanical active derived from Agastache Mexicana, a plant traditionally used in Mexican herbal medicine. Known for its powerful anti-inflammatory properties, it helps to visibly reduce the signs of stress on the skin, making it an especially valuable ingredient for sensitive and rosacea-prone complexions.

£34.99

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https://rosalique.co.uk/collections/morning/products/rosalique-redness-relief-day-cream

February Update!

This was a pretty cool month even though the weather was still shocking here in the UK as my husband and I got some winter sun in Miami.

We loved it! even though when we arrived it was colder than the UK for the first couple of days - very rare weather for Miami thankfully the sun and warmth soon returned. We stayed on South Beach which was a perfect location to explore. We loved Ocean Drive, South beach, the art and design districts and also visited Little Havana for a cuban coffee and famous cuban sandwich. We also saw a basketball game which was so much fun and definitely a highlight on the trip.

In February I have been busy with makeup 1:1 lessons and group workshops, bridal trials and special occasion hair and makeup. I also had a Headshots shoot in London where I did hair and makeup for twelve Ladies and gents in a Leadership team.

I also made some time to paint and Spring is in the air!

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FRIDAY FAVE! NATASHA DENONA I NEED A NUDE PALETTE

I brought this palette on holiday and I absolutely love the gorgeous rose and nude shades that are all really wearable as well as the texture and payoff off the colours being fabulous!  

These shadows blend beautifully and stay on really well too.  The palette has a nice mix of matte and shimmery shades.  The more glittery shades have a really nice payoff for highlighting the centre of the lids it is almost a wet look shimmer finish...just gorgeous! 

The palette contains the perfect colours for day to evening eye makeup. 

Shades Include:

Stone 493CM - Matte Light Medium Warm Taupe

Whisper 494M - Metallic Light Nude Pink

Ella 495SF - Sparkling Foiled Warm Fawn

Vague 496CM - Matte Medium Warm Dusty Rose

Travertine 497M - Metallic Soft Amber

Delilah 498SW - Sparkling Wet Effect Silver Brown

Silhouette 499CM - Matte Coffee Bean Brown

Muse 500SF - Sparkling Foiled Champagne

Fair 501CM - Matte Light Misty Rose

Filigree 502SF - Sparkling Foiled Medium Neutral Brown

Wit 503CM - Matte Light Warm Rose

Sheen 504GW - Glossy Wet Effect Warm Champagne

Tender 505CM - Matte Medium Taupe

Mesh 506CM - Matte Light Dusty Rose

Mia 507SW - Sparkling Wet Effect Icy Pink

A definite Friday fave!

RRP £64.00

FRIDAY FAVE! BY TERRY HYALURONIC GLOW SETTING MIST

I have been using this setting spray for a few months now on myself and also in my professional makeup kit.

It is a fine mist that gives skin a radiant glow and feels refreshing and hydrating as well as setting make-up very well all day.

A skin care infused formula including 8 different Hyaluronic acid types technology, a protective complex of camellia Japonica Flower extract, ceramides and probiotics that help protect against external aggressors leaving skin feeling flawless.  Hylaronic acid has amazing hydrating properties keeping the skin looking radiant.

Pro Tip: I like to spray this on the face after moisturiser has settled and before applying makeup on top to prime the skin.  I will then spray again to set once I have finished makeup application. 

It is a clean and vegan formula, fragrance and alcohol free.

In fact I have been using this and the Hyaluronic setting powder together and my skin looks better than ever even if I do say so myself!  You can read my earlier blogpost on the setting powder here https://nikismakeupvault.blogspot.com/2024/06/friday-fave-by-terry-hyaluronic-pressed.html

A definite Friday Fave!

RRP: £37.00

Friday Fave! Charlotte Tilbury Unisex Healthy Glow

This tinted moisturiser is a personal favourite of mine, a firm staple in my personal make-up bag.

It is super hydrating and moisturising and gives a lovely natural tinted glow to the skin.

I honesty instantly feel more awake and my skin looks and feels so much better once I have this on!

I apply this after my normal moisturiser has settled, you can apply foundation and or concealer on top.

It is easy to apply, squeeze a a small pea sized amount from the tube and apply to the whole face using fingertips to warm and blend the product into the skin.

Containing tanning pigments it cleverly morphs to your own skin tone for a flawless natural finish.

For me it really is summer in a tube!

40ml £39.00

FRIDAY FAVE! Charlotte Tilbury SPF 50 INVISIBLE UV FLAWLESS PORELESS PRIMER

I absolutely love this primer for the summer month's especially!  This is a definite "Friday Fave" and has been a firm staple in my pro' kit since it launched a few years back.  

It gives a gorgeous glow to the skin, primes, protects and hydrates as well as reducing pores and fine lines, ...and yes it really does!

A lightweight formula and the best bit which I love for my clients having professional photos taken there is no "flash back", that mean's no white mark's under the eye in your pictures ladies!

This can be worn alone following your normal skin care routine or as a primer underneath make up.

Contains Hyaluronic acid to plump the skin, a soft focus beauty glow filter,  UVA and UVB and SPF 50 as well as a myriad of other supercharged ingredients!

Suitable for every age, skin type and tone.

I like to apply this with my finger tips and massage into the face alternatively a brush would be great for even application. A little actually does go a long way.

30 ml RRP £40.00

www.charlottetilbury.com

December Update!

December has literally flown by so fast, I don't know why I am surprised it seems to get quicker every year! I still have one more wedding this year on the 28th at https://www.coltsfoot.com

It has been a busy yet great year I've enjoyed doing lots of makeup workshops in my studio, lots of weddings and special occasions, some special shoots and events and one to one makeup lessons.  I also enjoyed a big trip to Oz back in February also visiting Abu Dhabi and Singapore which was absolutely amazing, on reflection 2023 has been pretty fabulous.

I am so grateful to every client who I have had the pleasure of working with and I look forward to meeting lots of new brides and clients in 2024!  It is certainly looking busy for weddings I have lots of dates booked now so do book early to avoid disappointment www.nikimakeup.co.uk

I have a few makeup workshops booked from January to March so do check @nikimakeup on socials for regular updates on these and email or direct message to reserve a space.  All makeup is provided for you to use, my signature natural day makeup look will be taught plus how to adapt for evening with lots of tips and new techniques taught along the way.  Fizz, nibbles and a goody bag held in small groups of 3-5 at my Harpenden based studio.

The puds and cake are made, presents brought and wrapped so I am all ready for Christmas and New Year! I will be taking a two week break this year and will return to work on the 8th January.

Here is some of my snaps from December!

One of my puds!

Occasion Hair & Makeup for one lucky client!

Wedding trials for spring weddings

A lovely December wedding

Studio Christmas

A couple of visits to London for shopping, dinner and the beautiful Christmas lights!

I took inspiration from Pinterest and made a festive fruit platter 

A great lip colour I love, this one will suit so many of you Loreal 129 MontMartre!

Even found some time to do a bit of sketching in my sketch book some mornings.

 

I wish you all a very Happy Christmas and a very healthy & fun filled new year!

Niki x