Beauty Product Tag: Don't Believe The Hype

This is a post on products that I have purchased after having heard numerous enthusiastic reviews.

Unfortunately they just didn't work for me (could be holy grail products for you though!) :)

So, with that being said, here are a few of the products that I, in hindsight, wish I had given a miss
(but hey, you don't know unless you try, right?!)

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Benefit High Beam, Lip Plump & Ooh La Lift

I got these 3 little minis in a kit, and not a single one of them work for me

(thankfully I did not get these in full size)!

High Beam is ok as a highlighter, but I much prefer MAC's Cream Colour Base in Pearl or any white/gold powder eyeshadows.

Lip Plump is supposed to help smooth and fill in fine lines while building up the contour of the lips. I don't know why, but it does not do this on my lips. It just smears and makes a big ol' mess.

Ooh La Lift is an under-eye brightening pink balm. Again, I apply it, but see no result.

Benefit Benetint Lip Balm

Benetint Lip Balm is a rose tinted balm, which in my opinion is not worth the money (something like £18!) It's just like a regular lip balm, but actually less moisturising!

It does colour my lips, but I never reach for this product, so I'm obviously not impressed...

Benefit Get Bent Liner

The Get Bent Liner is ergonomically designed at a 30° angle, supposedly making it an easy job to apply liquid or gel liner.

It could be me being awkward I guess, but I find that this 'angle' makes applying liner even more complicated! And the brush is way too thick! I much prefer a simple straight brush, like MAC's 210.

Benefit You Rebel Lite

You Rebel Lite is a tinted moisturiser, which have received numerous raves. Supposedly easy to blend, providing nice coverage, moisture and SPF.

This unfortunately broke me out and made me look slightly orange as the day progressed. I have seen other bloggers complaining of the same problem.

Clearly I have a bit of an issue with Benefit, but I have got some wonderful products from them as well! :)

MAC Strobe Blossom Tinted Lip Conditioner Stick

This is an ok, but a bit boring product. Strobe Blossom is too drying to be used just as a lip balm, but too sheer to work as a lipstick. Fail. 

MAC Prep + Prime

MAC Prep + Prime skin is a popular product among many. It should calm and soothe the skin, blot away excess oil, and even out skin redness.

It does one thing only for skin - it breaks me out terribly!

Clarins Instant Light Lipgloss

I don't really know why I bought this. I have never liked Clarins... But I heard a few good reviews & saw some pretty pictures - voila!

The Instant Light Lipgloss is a beautifully coloured gloss, which unfortunately smells really, really bad!

I can't stand it on my lips, believe me I have tried for the sake of the colour...

Nars Orgasm

If there is such a thing as a 'famous' blush, this is the one.

NARS Orgasm is a pretty rosy peach colour, and I wanted to love this so much! But my skin and this blush just do not get along. It's too peachy for my complexion, and I don't like the shimmer either. Oh well :(

I would love to hear your views & experiences on 'bad' products!

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Three about me...

I found this tag on the adorable Laura's blog (go check her out!)

Three names I go by:

1. Anette is my real name.

2. Netty

3. Anette-mor (sometimes called this by friends and family - It's Norwegian)

Three jobs I have had:

1. Working in a bookshop - Looooooved this!

2. I have been a sales assistant in an underwear department store - So an expert on bras in other words :D

3. Medical secretary for a GP (NHS)

Three places I have lived:

1. Born in a red house in the forest in Oslo.

2. Moved to a city centre flat in Oslo (Frogner) when I was 19.

3. Now live in Manchester, England :)

Three favourite drinks:

1. Tea! Favourite one is Earl Grey, but I also like green tea, white tea, fruit tea etc.

2. Diet Pepsi - Beats Diet Coke, Pepsi Max, Coke Zero - the lot!

3. Cranberry juice - Because it's good for me :)

 

 

Three TV shows I watch:

1. Lost - Final season, how will it end?! I'm on the edge of my seat!!

2. Desperate Housewives - Basically just wonderful entertainment.

3. Grey's Anatomy - For the hot doctors, of course ;)

Three places I have been:

1. When I was 16 me and my family rented a car and drove all around America (from New York to Seattle, down to San Diego, over to Florida and up to New York again). It took 2 months. Best holiday ever!!

2. New York again, but this time with my boyfriend. So much to do & see. Totally amazing.

3. Cannes, France with my friends a few years ago. Beach + drinks = party! :D

 

 

Three places I would like to visit:

1. Italy - For the wine & romance.

2. Africa - So that I can go on a safari.

3. Alaska - I love wild nature!

Three people who text me regularly:

1. My boyfriend.

2. My mum.

3. My friends in Oslo.

Three Favourite Old TV Shows:

1. Friends - Always & forever ♥

2. Gilmore Girls - This series always cheers me up if I'm in a bad mood. Love the dialogue (which my bf finds annoying due to all the taking. He doesn't get it - that's the best part!!)

3. Sex & The City - Just an amazing show. I learnt a few things from those girls ;)

Three Favorite Dishes:

1. Homemade pepperoni pizza - There is nothing better.

2. Spagetti bolognese - I'm still loving the dishes I was served as a 7 year old :D

3. Chicken salad.

Three makeup products I cannot live without:

1. My YSL concealer.

2. MAC Well Dressed blush.

3. Diorshow mascara.

 

Three Things I'm Looking Forward to:

1. Going to New York with my boyfriend again in September - NY Mets!

2. My mum is coming to visit me in May - Not seen her in almost a year :( Can't wait!! :)

3. To see the results of my diet in a few weeks - C'mon willpower!

I tag anybody who wants to give this a go :)




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A humble haul :)

I got a few things yesterday, and of course I have to share it with my lovely subscribers! ♥

Necklace from H & M (£2.99)

Set of 6 rings also from H & M (£2.99)

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I got this set mainly to get my hands on 1 ring in particular that I just HAD to have:

Blue elephants! Ring heaven :D

Flower ring from Primark (£2)

Exfoliating sponge from Bodyshop (£3)

MAC Liberty of London Beauty Powder in Summer Rose (£19.50)

Thank you for reading! :)

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Bit about me!

People seem to be doing this tag a lot, so of course I will hop on the bandwagon :)

Hi, my name is: Anette (or Netty)

Never in my life have I been: Comfortable on a plane...

The one person who can drive me nuts is: My mum!

High school: Was hard work, as everybody was desperate to fit in, me included.

When I’m nervous: I get a belly ache.

The last song I listened to was: One by The Courteeners.

If I were to get married right now my best man/maid of honor: Would be my best friend, Kjersti.

My hair is: Getting blonder every time I got to the hairdresser - it's like an addiction!

When I was 5: I was obsessed with Lego!

Last Christmas: I didn't go home to my parents, which was kind of sad...

I should be..: In a good job by now, but I'm not :(

When I look down I see: My Hello Kitty socks :)

The happiest recent event was: Going out dancing & getting drunk thursdag night with some friends!

If I were a character on ‘Friends’ I’d be: Rachel, as she is my favourite.

By this time next year: I hope I'll still be happy :)

My current gripe is: Ouch, don't get me started!

I have a hard time understanding: LIFE.

There’s this girl I know that: I miss everyday.

I like you when: You smile at me :)

If I won an award, the first person I would tell would be: My boyfriend!

Take my advice: Don't worry, be happy :D

The thing I want to buy: Thing(s) more like!

If you visited the place I was born: You would be in the Norwegian forrest surrounded by deers, moose & foxes.

If you spent the night at my house: We'd open up a bottle of wine and watch a romantic comedy :)

I’d stop my wedding if: I thought I was making a mistake...

The world could do without: Animal cruelty!

I’d rather lick the belly of a cockroach than: Hurt an innocent animal.

Most recent thing I’ve bought myself: MAC Liberty of London beauty powder.

Most recent thing someone else bought me: Beers thursday night ;)

My middle name is: I don't have one!

In the morning I: Am up early and ready to start the day.

The animals I would like to see flying besides birds are: Giraffes would look pretty funny...

Once, at a bar: 7 years ago I met the love of my life.

Last night I was: In bed at 21, due to too much drink the night before.

There’s this guy I know who: Is sitting right next to me looking adorable right now ;)

If I was an animal I’d be: A CAT obviously!

A better name for me would be: Elizabeth if I could choose :)

Tomorrow I am: Either going to the pub or staying in to read and watch films...

Tonight I am: On my own, but that's ok ;)

My birthday is: 8th of August.

Now it's your turn ;)

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Monthly favourites

  

March

♥ Neutrogena Deep Clean Invigorating Scrub ♥

I first discovered this when I got a little sample of it in a magazine. I used it twice, fell in love, and now I own a big bottle of it :D

This scrub has energising microbeads which exfoliate my skin. It's gentle, but at the same time I can really feel that it is doing my skin some good. It's turns into a lovely soft foam when you rub it into your skin & it also has that cooling sensation, which I am a huge fan of.

♥ Diorshow Iconic ♥

I love this mascara. It has a soft elastomer brush (yes, I looked it up), which coats all of my lashes in a natural and non-clumping fashion. This is not as dramatic as the original Diorshow mascara, so I use this mainly for daytime.

♥ MAC Slimshine Lipstick in Voile ♥

I Back To Mac'd for this product, and boy am I happy I did! This is a gorgeous lipstick and it is super moisturising! It's like a cross between a lipstick and a gloss!! On the lips it looks like a pale golden sparkly colour. Very wearable and fun for a night out :)

♥ Too Faced Beauty Balm in Grapefruit ♥

My trusted lipgloss in a jar, how I adore thee (which I have mentioned many times on here).

This is my everyday gloss/balm. It looks just like the colour in the container when it's on your lips, it moisturises & smells like grapefruit! What more could a girl ask for?!

♥ Barry M Nail Paints in Berry & Strawberry Ice Cream ♥

Ooooo, I luuuuuuuve these!! Perfect pastel colours for spring. Amazing quality, texture & colour.

You've done it again, Barry M!!

♥ Midnight Fantasy Eau De Parfum by Britney Spears ♥

This bottle is to die for & the smell is amazing. My 'go-to' perfume for any night out. I get so many compliments when I wear this! I seriously suggest that you check this out if you haven't already ;)

Just for fun I have added two more non-beauty related products to my list,

which I will have in my 'Monthly Favourites' posts from now on:

♥ Jewellery Of The Month ♥

(simply the jewellery I have been wearing the most)

I have been using this little silver key necklace everyday since I got it a few weeks ago

(£6 from Debenhams). It's on a medium length thin silver chain. So cute!

♥ Film of the month ♥

(A film I have been obsessed with this month, but not necessarily a newly released film...)

I have owned this film for probably 2 years, but this month I kind of re-discovered how much I love it! Definitely on my top 10 favourite films of all time list.

It is romantic, beautiful, inspiring & heartbreaking - ♥♥♥

Hope you enjoyed my monthly favourites!

Leave a comment or question and I will heart you forever :D

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Like. Love. Hate.

Yey, another fun tag!!

I was tagged by the irresistible Kirsty
(http://boobie-monster.blogspot.com/)

Go subscribe if you enjoy a fun & interesting blog!

RULES:

Fill in 12 likes, 1 love and 8 hates like Cassie in her therapy video.

Link it onto 3 other blogs you admire.

♥ I like trees with millions of green leaves

♥ I like ginger cats

♥ I like boys with long hair

♥ I like cold nights

♥ I like butterflies & ladybirds

♥ I like brightly coloured fruits, like oranges and strawberries

♥ I like seahorses

♥ I like the smell of library books

♥ I like the sound of the sea in the dead of night

♥ I like women in high heels

♥ I like boys in striped shirts

♥ I like pink scented candles

♥ I love my boyfriend & furbaby

♥ I hate rainy days

♥ I hate sunday nights

♥ I hate the smell of the fish section in food markets

♥ I hate people who walk really slow

♥ I hate that I'm away from home

♥ I hate little brown bugs with loads of legs

♥ I hate loud people

♥ I hate Bella Swan

I tag the following 3 wonderful bloggers:

http://fayecavania.blogspot.com/

http://sailorjennie.blogspot.com/

http://thefashiontellersnotes.blogspot.com/

(Picture source)

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The Kind Diet

As I'm sure many of you know, Alicia Silverstone is a well known animal rights activist and vegetarian.

Well, she has recently come out with a book explaining why she lives the way she does and how.

The book is called The Kind Diet.

I got it yesterday and I spent the afternoon reading it, all of it.

It is incredibly informative, inspirational & fun! She really speaks to the reader, sharing her own personal experiences and advice.

Stating that going vegan is the best thing she has ever done for her body, skin, soul & even the planet, Alicia makes it all sound like such a no brainer.

Wouldn't hurt to try, right? Alicia promises a new healthy glow in 2 weeks, so we'll see :)

If you are at all interested in becoming a vegan or just curious about how Alicia (and other gorgeous celebrities) look so healthy & gorgeous, I suggest you check out this book!

 

I ♥ The Kind Life

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My So-Called Life

After reading about Henry Holland's inspiration for his latest collection at Debenhams (read my post on this HERE), I decided I wanted to track down My So-Called Life.

I used to be SO obsessed with this show (and in particular, Jordan Catalano), and I thought it only right that I should own the DVD. I expected it to be kind of pricey, but to my great joy I found the complete series on Amazon for only £6.99 (including shipping)!! For all 19 episodes (Question: Why did they stop after only 19 episodes?!)

Anyway, yeeeeeeey, totally bargain of the month!! :D

Can't wait to sit down and relive my teens & reignite my love for Jordan Catalano ;)

Did you watch My So-Called Life back in 94/95? :)

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