What? January is over. How? The first month of 2020 has flown by, I already know that 2020 is going to be over in a blink. For the first time I have an avalanche of plans booked months in advance and it makes me feel so grown up. I thought a great way to end […]
Tag: Affordable
Monday September 2, 2019

BEST TONER EVER | TEA TREE & WITCH HAZEL CLEANSING TONING LOTION REVIEW
I have tried many toners with varying success. At the start of my forage into the skincare universe I wasn’t sold on the notion of toner in the slightest, but now, years later, it is my favourite step of skincare and the one step that makes the most difference. Some of my all time holy […]
Monday August 19, 2019

REVIEW | SOAP & GLORY ULTIMELT DEEP PURIFYING HOT CLOTH CLEANSER
I am so excited to start blogging again, so I hope you all welcome me back with open arms, let;s skip all the excuses shall we and just jump in to the post. Cleansers are the skincare product I seem to run out of the quickest, I feel like I am always in need of […]
Monday February 25, 2019

NEW AT THE DRUGSTORE AKA SUPERDRUG/BOOTS | ALITTLEKIRAN
L’Oreal Infallible Magic Prepping Essence Drops The plan was to post my review of the Makeup Revolution Conceal and Define Foundation, but I found myself in town today perusing the shelves and actually found some products I hadn’t seen before that caught my eye. Not to say these are all new, there is a possibility […]
Friday July 6, 2018

REVIEW | CETAPHIL OILY SKIN CLEANSER
Cetaphil Oily Skin Cleanser Review: Is it the best cleanser for oily skin? As I have been running low on my Superdrug Naturally Radiant Cleanser (review here) I have since been on the hunt for a new cleanser. I love trying new things especially when it comes to skincare and recently Superdrug have had a 20% […]
Sunday June 24, 2018

FAIL | NYX COSMETICS SCULPT & HIGHLIGHT FACE DUO ALMOND & LIGHT | ALITTLEKIRAN
I really wanted a do-it-all 2-in-1 highlight and contour concealer for my sister’s wedding. I see the NYX Cosmetics Sculpt & Highlight Face Duo all over social media in those cool little Instagram makeup tutorials and these muas make it look quite effective so when I went to Boots last week I picked one up. […]
Sunday April 29, 2018

THE ULTIMATE CASUAL DRESS GUIDE FOR BRITISH WEATHER | ALITTLEKIRAN
KENDALL BLACK SHORT T SHIRT DRESS As most of you know I live in England and usually I’m running at least ten minutes late for most obligations, for that reason my style is very minimalist. I tend to always gravitate towards dresses that will pair well with ankle boots or trainers and tights or no […]
Tuesday February 13, 2018

SUPERDRUG NATURALLY RADIANT BRIGHTENING HOT CLOTH CLEANSER AND GLYCOLIC OVERNIGHT PEEL REVIEW | ALITTLEKIRAN
A few months ago I was watching somebody’s skincare routine online, potentially Carli Bybel’s, and she mentioned that she used a cleanser first because she didn’t want to go in with a scrub to remove her makeup as it would be like rubbing all that dirt into her face. I have no idea what truth […]
Wednesday January 10, 2018

REVIEW | POUNDLAND TEARDROP FOUNDATION BRUSH DUPE JUST £1 DEMO | ALITTLEKIRAN
Poundland Foundation Teardrop Brush Review I have been meaning to post this review forever. I love finding great cheap things. I saw this brush in Poundland and instantly thought of the popular insta-trend teardrop foundation brushes from brands like Eloise and Iconic London. It is quite small and cute, plus the actual aesthetic is pretty […]
Tuesday December 26, 2017

NOTD | RIMMEL LONDON PRECIOUS STONES NAIL POLISH RUBY CRUSH REVIEW | ALITTLEKIRAN
I can’t believe Christmas has been and gone already but alas I hope you all had a brilliant day and that your celebrations are ongoing. Happy Boxing Day to all. This post is for all the nail polish lovers out there, I actually picked up a few shifts over Christmas (double money!) and as a […]
Saturday December 23, 2017

FESTIVE BEAUTY | SUPER LAST MINUTE BUDGET-FRIENDLY STOCKING STUFFERS | ALITTLEKIRAN
Now, personally I have never had a Christmas stocking but the concept has always seemed very cute to me. Christmas puts a lot of pressure on a lot of us every year with the search of finding that one big present for someone you love, but luckily with beauty lovers especially a handful of small […]
Monday December 4, 2017

#WINTERISHERE | WINTER SKIN SAVIOURS + NOVEMBER BEAUTY FAVOURITES | ALITTLEKIRAN
December has arrived, in fact we are three days deep in December so you are fully sanctioned to freak out. Have any of you started your Christmas shopping? I need to get a move on, December is the month of birthdays for me as well so it is imperative that I get my shit together […]
Tuesday November 14, 2017

NEW £10 FOUNDATION | MODELS OWN 2-IN-1 PRO FOUNDATION STICK WITH A BUILT-IN PRIMER ALL 15 SWATCHES
The new Pro Foundation Sticks from Models Own dropped on November 3rd, so I am a little late to this party. I feel like foundation sticks are having a big moment right now, most brands seem to be rolling them out since the Makeup Forever Ultra HD Foundation Stick. Stick foundations typically are not well […]
Wednesday November 1, 2017

REVIEW | NIVEA DAILY ESSENTIALS GENTLE EXFOLIATING FACIAL SCRUB | ALITTLEKIRAN
Finding great skincare products for little money is the entire purpose of my existence I feel like. The Nivea Daily Essentials Gentle Exfoliating Scrub (£4) was a pure accidental discovery as it was sitting pretty on my bathroom shelf back home when I went to visit last week. It is a glorious product, for so many […]
Sunday October 15, 2017

AUTUMN LIP EDIT | FROM NUDES TO METALLICS
Strangely, it feels more like summer today, the sun is shining so bright outside. The palette you see in these photos is the eyeshadow palette I have been using every single time I do my makeup. The Beauty Bakerie Naeopolitan Eyes Cream Palette (£40) is so gorgeous and comprises a unique selection of beautiful autumnal colours, a […]
Wednesday October 11, 2017

FAIL | L’OREAL PURE CLAY DETOX WASH REVIEW & DEMO | ALITTLEKIRAN
I don’t want to beat around the bush, if you recall I reviewed the L’Oreal Pure Clay Glow Scrub a while ago and completely fell in love with it. So much so, I just purchased a replacement and it is still just as fantastic as I recall. Because I loved it so much I thought I […]
Monday September 4, 2017

REVIEW & SWATCHES | NEW BOURJOIS ROUGE VELVET THE LIPSTICK ALL 12 SHADES | ALITTLEKIRAN
I was supposed to post this a few days ago but I have been having trouble with Instagram lately so my mind has been preoccupied. I can’t get into my account and I am extremely worried that I have lost it completely. I have no idea what is going on but this recent dilemma has […]
Wednesday August 30, 2017

BEST BEAUTY BLENDER DUPE | B. BEAUTY AT SUPERDRUG LATEX FREE BLENDING SPONGE
The beauty blender is here to stay, it is one of the few products that has managed to stick around and for good reason. It is such a popular tool for professionals and novices alike, but at £16 a pop, or $20 if you live in the States, it can definitely add up. Hence, like […]
Thursday August 3, 2017

HOMESLICE | LITERALLY THE BEST PIZZA IN LONDON | ALITTLEKIRAN
This is no average pizza place, let me tell you, a couple of weeks ago I was visiting some friends that have recently moved near Shoreditch and on a rainy Saturday we braved the drizzly weather in search of decent food. Homeslice was on my friend’s list and I seriously trust her pizza recs as […]
Sunday July 9, 2017

FIRST IMPRESSIONS | VEGAN MAKEUP LINE B. BEAUTY AT SUPERDRUG
The only product I have tried from B. Makeup is their sponge which is such a great dupe for the beauty blender. It is shaped the exact same, super soft, gorgeous texture and costs only £5. I was contacted by a member of their PR team who kindly offered to send me some of their revamped […]
Thursday May 25, 2017

3 FOR 2 | FAVOURITE SUMMER BARRY M GELLY HI-SHINE NAIL PAINTS
Go-to Summer Nail Shades: Barry M Gelly Nail Paints Prickly Pear or Lilac, Peanut Butter, Acai Smoothie I have been lacking in motivation lately and I am not sure why. Fortunately, I have been catching up on some sleep which is fantastic but is only making me feel more tired. In spite of not being […]
Thursday May 18, 2017

GO-TO SUMMER FOUNDATIONS FOR EVERY OCCASION
Finding a good foundation that can withstand the heat, sweat and humidity summer brings can be a tough challenge. I have rounded up the four base products that I love to use in the summer for every occasion. Whether you need a foundation that photographs well, lasts all day, controls oil, gives you sun protection […]
Saturday April 8, 2017

HOT OR NOT | BLANK CANVAS COSMETICS BRUSHES & AIRBRUSH BLENDER SPONGE BEAUTY BLENDER DUPE?
Do you know how much I love makeup brushes? Because it’s a lot and I own a lot but I keep adding more. Blank Canvas Cosmetics sent me a generous box of makeup brushes, beauty sponges that look just like the beauty blender and even their Master Series Palette and words cannot express how happy […]
Saturday April 1, 2017

MARCH FAVOURITES & FAILS | MAKEUP BEAUTY SKINCARE
Heads up: this is the longest post ever, sincerest apologies. I took a break from doing monthly favourites for a spell. Not because I don’t love writing them – they are actually one of my favourite – but because I never have my shit together by the end of the month. I always want to […]