THE PRiMER EDiT

Since I first dabble into make-up and cosmetics, the biggest discovery that I found is using primer. Using primer before my foundation helps a lot in one way or another. There is a big misconception though surrounding around primers. Most of us, including me, thought that the only sole purpose of primer is to make our foundation stays longer. Obviously that is not the case as nowadays, primers have a whole loads of different purposes. I went into a primer spree at one point and after trying too many, I compile my top favourite primers.

LiFESTYLE: A CHiLLED MEAL

SPRiNG APPROPRiATE HAND BALMS

All year round, I am obsessed with hand balms. My hands have just the tendency to have dry skin thanks to my constant handwashing and hand sanitising habits. I am also one of those people who hoards hand balms as if it will run out of stock. Hand balms are littered everywhere in my flat and when I'm out and about, there is always one in my coat pocket and one in the handbag. Just incase I will lose one. My latest hand balm addition is the newest from Roger and Gallet.

THE SPF WiTH SKiNCARE PROPERTiES

As spring is here and summer will be arriving soon, I am already on the lookout for an effective SPF. I know this is bad as I am suppose to be applying SPF all year round but to be quiet honest, I only think of SPF when the sun is out. I am also on a lookout of high SPF level for obvious reasons that it offers protection longer. I also try to stay away from SPFs that gives a white cast when applied. When I saw that the new Clarins UV Plus Anti-Pollution Day Screen offers SPF 50 and promised to be translucent, it is like Christmas all over again.

SPRiNG NAiLS

As spring is here, I had a look through at my nail polish collection and chose my top five nail polishes that I would surely rock throughout spring. I am ashamed to admit that I actually wanted to shop for new nail polishes but my nail polish collection seems to be mocking me. I also aim to have more sense with regards to money thus ramaging through my stash is a more sensible option. I am actually surprise when I go through my nail polishes as I discovered my old favourites alongside some relatively recent purchases.

SPRiNG PERFUME MENU

As the sunshine has been glorious the past few days and everyone is hopeful (me especially) for the Spring to arrive. I started my spring cleaning (hurray for that) and cleared my wardrobe quite well. I also started changing my make-ups. I opted for lighter bases and brighter lipsticks. I also notice that my fragrances are quite heavier on the side so I also started changing my perfumes as well. For spring/summer, I opted for more girly, floral-y, and citrus-y scent. I will be sharing with you my top choices for spring.

SMOKY POPPY

The Body Shop is a place in which I can rely when it comes to skincare and bath products. I always wait with a baited breath for their new releases and limited edition ranges. For this year's Valentines celebration, the brand released their Smoky Poppy Collection. I thought that the collection will be a limited edition one but whilst browsing their website, I think it is a permanent one. The Body Shop mostly opts for bright and fun packaging but the Smoky Poppy range has a dark and mysterious appeal to its packaging.

ZOEVA BAMBOO VOL 2 BRUSH SET

When I thought that Zoeva already brought out the best that they have, the brand surprised me again with their latest collection of brushes. When I saw the Zoeva Bamboo Vol 2 Brush Set press release, my curiosity has been roused up mainly because I want to see how Zoeva will present the brushes. The Bamboo Volume 2 Set as the name suggests that the handles of the brushes will be made of bamboo. As Zoeva brushes always look luxurious, I want to see how the new brush set will remain luxurious despite having bamboo handles.

RESCUiNG HYDRATED SKiN

When the weather changes, my skin also tends to play up. Most of the time, it can go really dry and patchy. When the weather suddenly went very cold, I am already expecting the worst. But lo and behold, that didn't happen. And I can only think of my skincare routine to thank that for. Since December, I have been trialling the Jurlique Rose Moisture Plus Range. As this is a skincare range, I always want to put it into a proper test before reporting back to you so that I can give a thorough post. As it is still winter and like I said previously, we had a bout of very cold days here in the UK which gives me the opportunity to see of the range really works.

A VERY LATE FEBRUARY FAVOURiTES

I don't usually do monthly favourite posts as I make sure that I rotate all the make-up items that I have. However, last January, a lot of new products has been added to my stash and most of them are religiously used throughout February. Despite that February is a relatively short month, I have been loving loads of product. Products that are worth a second or third mention in my little space. I am also very aware that we are already in the middle of March so plenty of apologies for my very late February favourites.

NYX BiTS

Have you ever experience to lust over something yet for some unknown reasons, it always slip out from your mind? That is how I can describe Nyx products. Since it was unavailable from the UK shores until it became pretty accessible, I have been mooning over Nyx cosmetics. I feel like a big disappointment as a beauty blogger for failing to try their products. Don't worry though as the situation has been fixed and I now joined the Nyx bandwagon.

THE BEiGE LOREAL LA PALETTE NUDE

After the success of the Loreal La Palette Nude Rose, it is only a matter of time before its beige counterpart is released into the market. If you aren't so enamoured with the Rose Palette and you are more into nude/beige eyeshadows, then the Loreal La Palette Nude Beige is the one for you. With so many eyeshadow palette choices in the market, it is difficult for a palette to stand out. For me personally, I think the beige palette will still be a huge success although not probably as huge as the rose palette's success.

LAST MiNUTE MOTHER'S DAY GiFT GUiDE

I think with all the gift guides that I am doing, the ones which I am most excited to do are Christmas ones and the Mother's Day. I know we should be spoiling our mothers all year long but it is also nice to dedicate one day just for them. Aside from flowers in which my father always give, we like to treat our mom on this special day. This gift guide consists of five things that I can highly recommend to spoil your mom rotten on Mother's Day. I know that the UK celebrate Mother's Day/Mothering Sunday way ahead than the rest of the world and I am not just confuse of dates and times.

THE ANCHOR

For quiet some time now, I have been contemplating of getting an anchor tattoo but I am such a sissy. I still have to get the courage to get my first tattoo. An anchor is quiet memorable to me as my brother's line of work is in nautical. He is very precious to me and I always want something that reminds me of him that I can have around. It will feel like he is always with me even though we seldom see each other (not counting the Skype session as we do it almost weekly). Settling for the next best thing, I have been looking for a nice anchor jewellery. I have been browsing and searching for sometime until I stumbled into Lily Charmed.

MAX FACTOR CREME PUFF BLUSH

When I started seeing the Max Factor Creme Puff Blush making rounds in the blogging world, I am a bit hesitant to try it but deep inside, I am also lusting over it. Whilst browsing the aisle of Boots, these blushes are somehow having a strong magnetic pull over me. As it is in 3 for 2 offer, I manage to limit myself to three blushes. I got out of Boots with quiet a smug smile on my face.

MOTHER'S DAY LUXURY GiFT GUiDE WITH THE ROYAL EXCHANGE

As Mother's Day is coming and I know most of us are quite keen to treat our mom's on this special day, I created a gift guide in collaboration with The Royal Exchange. The Royal Exchange is a high-end shopping boutique in the heart of the City of London. It has a collection of more than 30 luxury boutiques. The stunning boutiques offer a wide range of choices from beauty, to fashion making it the perfect place to go for all luxury gifting this Mother's Day. It also has cafes and restaurants when you want to treat your mom out for dining.

FiVE WAYS TO iNCORPORATE AVOCADO iN YOUR DiET

Avocado is one fruit that I truly love since I was a child. The past few months in when I had been lamenting over my skin being so erratic with spots breaking in every now and then, my mom told me to incorporate avocado in my diet. I tried to have atleast three avocados in a week. Lo and behold, it did helped in clearing and calming my skin. Mom's really knows best. Aside from avocado being rich in Vitamin E which helps in keeping your skin in good condition, it also has loads of other health benefits. It is also rich in Omega 9 fats which helps reduce in in skin irritation and redness. It also contains more potassium than bananas, loaded with fiber which aids in weight loss, lowers cholesterol, makes your immune system strong, among other things. Enough with my small lecture as I am just trying to convince you how healthy avocado is. I will share with you today five easy ways in how to incorporate this healthy fruit in your diet.