Friday Fave! Charlotte Tilbury Unisex Healthy Glow

Charlotte Tilbury Unisex Healthy Glow
Hydrating Tinted Moisturiser

"Summer-in-a-bottle" is what it says on the Charlotte Tilbury website and it is exactly that! An absolute firm new favourite of mine.

It is light and comfortable to wear, giving a subtle hydrating hint of colour to the complexion.
Natural tan pigments reveal themselves as you blend the product into the skin and you only need to use a small amount.  I use a small amount applied to my fingertips and blend evenly...fool proof!

Charlotte Tilbury claims it "brings life to tired skin" and Indeed it does!  The product literally morphs into your skin tone. It is just lovely for acheiving a natural healthy glow.  It is absolutely ideal for those that do not like to wear foundation. It is not matte but equally has no shimmer.

I love it!

40ml  £35.00 Unisex.

https://www.charlottetilbury.com/uk/product/unisex-healthy-glow-tinted-moisturiser

April Update!

April has been insanely busy in fact the busiest month in my career, my feet have not touched the ground I worked twelve days straight at one point without a break but all is going great and exciting times are happening at NikiMakeupHQ.  Announcements coming soon so watch this space on social media!
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I began the month with Natalie's wedding at the stunning Woburn Sculpture Gallery, what a great space to get ready in!

https://www.woburnweddings.co.uk/luxury-wedding-venues/country-house/







I have worked at beautiful venues in April where I am proud to be the Recommended Makeup Artist including Brocket Hall, St Michaels Manor and Offley Place.

Pretty Bride Rose (top left) and just some of gorgeous bridesmaids at St Michaels Manor Hotel.
https://stmichaelsmanor.com



Some of the different hairstyles I captured during bridal prep' for Beautiful Bride Claire and her bridesmaids at Shendish Manor.
https://www.shendish-manor.com











Some recent makeup clients...











I have been doing a lot of hairstyling recently alongside my makeup work.































I am now taking bookings for Prom and for 2020 weddings May, July & August are already busy, do book early to avoid disappointment! www.nikimakeup.co.uk

March certainly felt like pre-wedding season! I did four wedding shows this month as the Recommended Makeup Artist at a number of stunning local venues.  It has also been a busy month of bridal Makeup and Hair trials ahead of spring/summer weddings.

http://www.offleyplace.com



































https://www.lutonhoo.co.uk



Bridal Make-up & Hair Trials





















Enquiries & Bookings via www.nikimakeup.co.uk
Now booking 2020 Weddings Book early to avoid disappointment!
A £30.00 deposit will secure your wedding date.

I finished the month doing makeup for a Salon Smart Hair Event in London working alongside the Prostyles Hair team.









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Friday Fave! MAC Blot Powder

This has been in a staple in both my professional makeup kit and my personal makeup bag for my entire career spanning over fifteen years! I cannot say many products last as a favourite for that long.

The powder comes in five shades for all skin tones with a powder puff in the compact.
Light, medium, medium dark, dark and deep dark
I use medium dark and this is the most used shade in my professional kit as well.

I like to apply it with a brush on clients for a natural finish or with a puff if shine on the skin is strong.
I use the puff in the compact on myself and control shine and keep my makeup set all day using this powder, it never leaves my handbag!

This powder is great for oily/combination skin, professional makeup work and special situations in life when you really need your makeup to last without looking shiny.  It also achieves a sheer and natural finish which I absolutely love.

It is an oil control powder that has super minimal colour so it will not change the colour of your base foundation the more you apply throughout the day.  It simply sets makeup in place very well and blots shine.

I 100% recommend this product and have yet to find anything thats beats it.

Retail £22.50

https://www.maccosmetics.co.uk/product/13849/301/products/makeup/face/powder/blot-powderpressed

Friday Fave! La Mer The Eye Balm Intense

Continuing from Last week's luxurious skincare "Friday Fave" post I am happy to share with you my all time favourite eye moisturiser... drumroll please....The Eye balm Intense by Crème de la Mer!

This eye balm is a true miracle in a pot as far as I am concerned along with many others I might add just read the reviews!

I began using this cream in my early twenties when I randomly developed Eczema on my eyelids and after talking with the Creme de la Mer consultants and reading up on the brand and reviews I decided to give it a try. My eczema immediately improved and believe me I had tried a lot of different lotions and potions including prescribed medication. Very quickly my eczema became well controlled using this eye balm to the point when it eventually went away.  I occasionally can feel a flare up starting due to seasonal changes so I simply apply a little more than usual twice daily and it stops it in its tracks every time!
I therefore swear by this miracle eye balm, I am very happy with it and would never change.  I believe the appearance of the skin around my eyes is all thanks to this little pot of pure magic!

The balm smoothes the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and diminishes puffiness.  Deeply emollient, it conditions, hydrates and softens.

Key Ingredient: Miracle Broth TM & Marine De-Puff Ferment TM.

£160.00 15ml (it lasts ages though as you do not need to apply a lot).

https://www.cremedelamer.co.uk/product/20652/13071/face/eye-treatments/the-eye-balm-intense/eye-cream-for-puffiness#/sku/26149

Friday Fave! Omorovicza Gold Flash Firming Serum

If you are looking to indulge in luxurious skincare then this is surely it!

I have been using the Omorovicza Gold Flash Firming Serum for a couple of months now and I really love the feel of the product and the fact my skin instantly looks and feels healthy and radiant.  I must say I do think the clarity of my skin has improved overall as well.

It is not cheap at £140.00 available at Space NK https://www.spacenk.com/uk/en_GB/home-uk. This is certainly a luxury purchase but I have always chosen to spend more on skincare and I believe this is worth the price tag.

This serum will reduce the signs of ageing by hydrating, smoothing and firming the skin.  It also heals and repairs micro damaged and uneven skin. The complexion instantly appears brighter and healthier.

The serum contains Collodial gold which has inflammatory properties.

An oil free formula suitable for all skin types including sensitive.


*If you are not familiar with face serums this should be used in conjunction with your moisturiser. Apply this first as it will penetrate the skin deeper to deliver the active ingredients then apply your moisturiser on top.