The EyeWake Collagen Gel

Hello everyone, I hope you're all well and had a lovely Christmas. After a nice rest, and break from blogging while I enjoyed Christmas, I'm back today with a product review; today putting the spotlight on the EyeWake Collagen Gel.  EyeWake are in partnership with Women's Aid, donating 5% of their profits to Women's Aid, and you can also donate directly from their site. I think it's so great to see brands in partnerships with charity's that make a difference, so when EyeWake contacted me, I was more than happy to try out and review their gel, and spread the word about a great partnership. So, what did I think to the collagen gel?

The bareMinerals Box Of Wonders In Review

Hello everyone, I hope you're all well. And happy Christmas Eve! Since today is the last day of advent calendars, I wanted to share with you my overall thoughts of the Bareminerals Box of Wonders advent calendar - which was my choice of calendar this year. I'm so glad I went with this, Bareminerals are one of my all time favourite makeup brands, which will be totally obvious to anyone who reads my blog, and this calendar was a great way to try loads of goodies, at such good value for money. It was such a treat to open up a mini product by a brand I've loved for years every day.

Wishlist: Glam New Year's Eve Outfits

Hello everyone, I hope you're all well. Ahh! It's nearly Christmas, and once it's Christmas New Years Eve comes round before we know it. Today I wanted to share with you a wish list of some of the outfits I've been browsing at that I think would make great New Years Eve outfits.

Styling A Black Ruffle Mini Skirt

Hello everyone, I hope you're all well! Styling for Autumn and Winter is all about layers. I styled my black ruffle mini skirt with layers, a roll neck and some trusty long boots so I was nice and warm for my annual visit to a Christmas market.

Laura Geller Pout Perfection Waterproof Lip Liner

Hello everyone - I hope you're all well! Today I wanted to do a product specific review on my blog, since I've not done a focussed review in what feels like such a long time. Today I wanted to put the spotlight on the Laura Geller Pout Perfection Waterproof lip liner (shade cabernet) which is currently my go-to, daily lipliner.

The Festive Lip Edit

Hello everyone - I hope you're all well. Since it's the festive season, I thought I'd share my favourite lipsticks for this time of year. For me, if I cover three areas: nudes, brights and gloss, I know that's me covered for any look I want to go for. So, what are my picks?

How To Style A White Shirt

Hello everyone - I hope you're all well. I've got an outfit post to share today, I'm loving getting back into sharing my outfits. Autumn and Winter are all about layering up. Here I styled a classic white shirt by adding a three-quarter sleeved jumper, a black jacket, and trusty black jeans. It was a great combination for a smart-casual occasion. 

Wishlist: Blouses For The Festive Season

Hello everyone - I hope you're well! I'm sharing another wish list today, because at this time of year there's just so much to dress for and I love sharing my favourite picks I find online. I thought I'd create a wish list just for blouses, because I'm the kinda girl who's go-to is black skinny jeans, heels and a nice blouse. I feel comfortable in it, and it's something you can make either dressy or more casual dependent on which blouse you go for. So, I thought I'd share some of my favourite blouses I've been browsing at.

My Current Favourite and Most Used Face Makeup Products

Hello everyone - I hope you're well! Since my recent post on my current favourite and most used eye makeup products (here) went down such a treat, I thought I'd share the same for my favourite face makeup products. Finding face makeup that works well for me was something that took years - I've previously had many troubles with acne and still to this day I have oily skin, but these products are my holy grails that have worked well for me over a prolonged period.

The Crew Neck Jumper

Hello everyone, I hope you're well! I've got an outfit post today, because I really want to start getting back into creating more fashion related content. I love dressing for Winter and the cold - I'm all about cosy jumpers, boots, and faux fur coats. For a day out with my family and low temperatures, I got myself wrapped up in one of the warmest jumpers I own and my new favourite coat.

Beauty Wishlist

Hello everyone, I hope you're well! Today I'm sharing another wish list post, because in the run up to Christmas I'm doing that extra bit of looking online, searching for things I'd love - not even just as present ideas, but perhaps something I could treat myself to in the sales. So, here's some beauty bits I've got my eye on!

Two Oils I'm Loving For the Colder Weather

Hello everyone! I hope you’re well, and can I just say happy first of December! As much as I love costing up in thick coats, scarfs and faux fur, the major downside to the colder winter is dry skin and dry hair. Oils become part of my daily routine in the Autumn and Winter, so I thought I’d Share with you the two I’m currently using and loving.

Marks and Spencer Christmas Gift Guide

Hello everyone! I'm sure many of you, like me are in the process of Christmas shopping - I like to get it over and done with as quickly as possible, but I do love choosing gifts for my loved ones. I always manage to find some great gifts in Marks and Spencer, so I wanted to put together a gift guide of a few of my favourite picks that I think would make great gifts!

Smart Casual

Hello everyone - I hope you’re well! I’m finally posting an outfit post today’s after a break of not posting them that feels far too long - I love sharing my outfits so I definitely aim to be getting back into it, especially since there’s loads to be dressing for over the festive period!

ASOS Christmas Outfit Picks Wishlist

Hello everyone! Although it's not quite December yet, I will admit that I'm already getting excited for Christmas and all the festivities, no surprise there. Naturally, I wanted to start with my Christmas themed posts, and since there's so many occasions to dress up for over the festive period, why not share a Christmas outfit wish list? I love creating wish list posts they give me so much inspiration, and it give some a good reason to have a good look through shops - for this wish list I wanted to focus on ASOS - I always seem to find something that works for me from there. So, here are my picks:

What's In My Makeup Bag

Hello everyone - I hope you're all well. Today I wanted to do an update on what's in my makeup bag, since the last time I did a post on it was in May and we're in a completely different season now, and so my daily products have changed. As I'm at university, I only really have a makeup bag with me which comes with me to and from - the rest of my makeup stays at my family home, so I tend to mix up my makeup bag quite often.

Autumn / Winter Nails

Hello everyone - I hope you're all well! Today I wanted to share some of my favourite nail polishes for this time of year. I don't often share nail-relate products on my blog, but I absolutely having a freshly painted set of nails - it gives me a 'I've got myself together' kind of feeling. I tend to lean towards darker, red sparkly colours this time of year to match colours of the festivities.

Three Empties I Would Repurchase

Hello everyone - I hope you're well! I wanted to do a different type of post today and share products I've ran out of but would definitely re-purchase. I'm a bit of a creature of habit when it comes to makeup and skincare, when I find brands and products I like and work well with me I stick with them.

Review: L'Oréal Colour Riche Lipstick

Darker, redder lips are a must for me in Autumn. This year I was on the hunt for a high street lippy for my daily Autumn/Winter lip - and I stumbled across this beauty: the L'oreal Colour Riche Lipstick in the shade Beige A Nu (630). 

My Current Favourite and Most Used Eye Makeup Products

Hello everyone - I hope you're all well. I've sat myself down to write another blog post again today - I've finally got my inspiration back and I'm going with it. Today I thought I'd share with you my current favourite, and most used eye products, since I don't think I've ever tailored a post to what eye products I use. When it comes to eyes I play it safe, nothing too heavy, nothing too adventurous.

Beauty Advent Calendars Wishlist

Ah, we're into November now and I'm starting to feel Christmassy. And of course, I'm starting to think about what beauty advent calendar I want this year. Last year was my first beauty advent calendar, and I went with Marks and Spencer. I loved the excitement of opening a new beauty product every single day, and I want nothing less from this year. I think it's great that there's so much choice available, in varying price ranges so there's something for everyone. But, this also means it's so hard to make a choice! So, here is my shortlist of my favourite ones out there this year.

Managing Homesickness at University - My Top Tips

Hello everyone! Gosh it feels like such a long time since I've sat and written a blog post - and that's because it has been a long time. I won't lie to you, being in my third year of university is eating away at my social life, and time for blogging. I've found that this term, more than ever, I've found it hard to get myself into a routine of managing my time strictly, and so my blog has taken a back seat. But I miss it, so I aim to try be more proactive, manage my time better, and get back into blogging. After all, from now to the new year is my favourite few months of the year, and provides plenty of blog post ideas! Today, with the theme of university I wanted to share my top five tips for managing homesickness. Homesickness always hits me the hardest at this time of the semester, when assignments are looming and my schedule is hectic and stressful.

A Weekend In Edinburgh

Hello everyone! Last weekend, me and my boyfriend grabbed our train tickets and travelled up to Edinburgh for the weekend - it was a lovely UK city break as a belated birthday present. It was my first ever time visiting Scotland, so I was really looking forward to it - and what a better place for my first visit than the capital.

Review: Rodial Smokey Eye Pen

Hello everyone, I hope you're all well! I've got another beauty review today - I must say I'm on a bit of a roll and it feels great to be getting back into blogging. Today I'm reviewing the Rodial eye pen. I'v only tried one product from Rodial prior to this, which was the XXL lip liner - you can read my review of it here. But, since I loved that lip liner and it's now something I use almost daily I felt optimistic about how I'd feel about this. I must admit, I'm not a big eyeliner kinda gal, when I do wear it I keep it nice and subtle, a little goes a long way for me using an eye pencil I find. And since I keep it nice and minimal pencil style eyeliners are always my go to.

Review: The Body Shop Tea Tree Skin Clearing Clay Mask

Hello everyone! Today I'm talking skincare, I can't not share with you this absolute life saving product I came across recently - The Body Shop tea tree skin clearing clay mask. If you've got oily skin with occasional breakouts like myself, then this is something for you. Over the years I've tried most of of The Body Shop's products in the tea tree range, but never a mask. And although I'm not currently using the full tea tree range, because personally I don't feel my skin is in need of it how it is right now, this mask is perfect for a weekly treatment. So, what do I like about it?

Autumn Fashion Wishlist

Hello everyone, and hello October! From now to the new year is officially my favourite time of year -it's all about cosy vibes and festivities and I love it. Another thing I love about Autumn and Winter is the fashion, and since I'm on a bit of a hunt for some more pieces for my autumn wardrobe this year I thought why not share my wish list with you.

My Daily Minimal Makeup

Hello everyone - I hope you're all well! Still on the roll with beauty posts, today I thought I'd share my go-to products for my daily minimal makeup look. Since being back at university, my daily makeup is minimal - I want to be comfortable, to put something on thats quick, and is nice, breathable and long lasting to last me the day. Six makeup products is all I need.

My winning combination for a face that lasts all day

Hello everyone and welcome back to onlyshelley - gosh it's been such a long time since I've posted! To get me back into the swing of blogging, I thought why not start with a good old beauty post - and today I wanted to share with you all my current winning face combination that's  my go-to for makeup that I need to last and give me good coverage.

Review: Clinique Anti-Blemish Solutions Liquid Foundation

Hello everyone, today I'm back with a foundation review - a type of post I've not written in such a long time because I've not found a new foundation I've loved in ages. If you've followed my blog you'll know that my two favourite foundations are the bareminerals spf matte foundation, and the purminerals mineral makeup - both powder based. So it's revolutionary for me to be using, and loving a liquid foundation; which I can honestly say is a  new favourite.

Wishlist: Back to University Essentials

Hello everyone, today I'm sharing with you some of my back to university essentials with some pieces I've found online. Now I know we're still in summer and September may feel a way off yet, but I love to plan and I've always loved getting my wardrobe and stationary ready for the upcoming term.

My Haircare Routine: Provoke Touch Of Silver

Hello everyone - I'm back with another blog post and I'm hoping to get back into the swing of things. Today I wanted to share with you my current shampoos and conditioner that I'm using now I'm back to being a blonde. I grew up blonde, and have been blonde for majority of my life, but in the last two years I've gone through phases of dying my hair brunette. But now I'm back to blonde and I'm so glad. I never regret choosing to change up my hair, because at the end of the day it grows, and I'm lucky that mine is in good condition, so I always think life's too short not to change up your style when you feel like it.

Photo Diary - Warner Brothers Studio Tour

Hello everyone - apologies for the recent neglect to my blog, but today I thought I'd bring an exciting post; my photo diary of my recent visit to the Warner Brothers Studio Tour in Watford. I've been to the studio tour once before in 2013, but since then it's expanded, so I enjoyed my second visit even more. I'm a massive Harry Potter fan, if you hadn't sensed, and if you are too this place is somewhere you need to see!

Review: Rodial XXL Lip Liner

Hello everyone - it's time for a beauty post today, it's been so long since I've sat and wrote a beauty review and I've missed it. So, today I'm putting the spotlight on the Rodial XXL lip liner in the shade Nude. Lip liners aren't something I'm too big on - not that I don't like them, but because I tend to just go for a simple and natural lip they haven't been something I prioritise. That being said though, this natural looking shade is right up my street.

A Week in Cyprus - Photo Diary

Hello everyone - today I'm sharing a photo diary of my recent family holiday to Cyprus - a week of sun, and relaxation which was lovely to say the least. We stayed in the Paphos area, in the Aphrodite Hills complex in a junior villa.

Florals and Sunsets

Review: Clinique Pep-Start 2-in-1 Exfoliating Cleanser

Hello everyone - following my most recent beauty review on the Clinique moisture surge I thought I'd write another Clinique skincare review on the Pep-Start 2-in-1 Exfoliating Cleanser. I won't lie to you, when it comes to exfoliation I'm a bit of a slacker, so this product has encouraged me to get on board with it. So, what are my thoughts?

Review: Clinique Moisture Surge

Skincare, it's so important and completely unique to the individual. Skincare products aren't something I feature enough of on my blog, but when I find a product that I like I feel inspired and passionate to share it - with all the previous issues I've had with acne and oily skin, since my skin has cleared I truly cherish products that benefit my skin and work well for me. So, what are my thoughts on the moisture surge?

Pack with me: Flight Bag

Hello everyone - it's time for the last of my pack with me series, and since today is the day I go I thought it would be totally fitting to share with you what I'm taking with me in my flight bag. I'd say packing my flight bag is one of the most exciting parts about packing for me and it feels important to me - because these are the select few things I consider as my travelling essentials. So, let's take a look inside...

Pack with me: Holiday Makeup Bag

Hello everyone - today is the third out of four of my pack with me posts - and today I'm sharing with you what's in my holiday makeup bag. I love selecting my favourites, packing them up and bringing them along with me - and I always go out and buy some new treats for myself ready for my holiday - which always includes a new lippy and a nail polish. So, what am I taking?

Pack with me: Beachwear and Bikinis

Hello everyone - today is the second post in my pack with me series and today I'm sharing with you what I'm taking in terms of beachwear and bikinis. It's relatively minimalist as I don't want to be taking more than I need - however I had to hold onto four bikini's because I like them all too much. So, let's see what I'm packing...
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Pack with me: Holiday Footwear

Hello everyone - in preparation for my summer holiday in a couple of weeks time, I thought I'd start a pack with me series, with each post focussing on a different aspect of what I'm taking with me for a week in the sun. My aim is to be super minimal for this holiday - I always take far too much on holiday - and half the stuff I take doesn't see the light of day. This year I've taken the time to really think about what I need, and more importantly, what I don't. So, let's start this series with footwear.
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What's in my makeup bag

Hello everyone! Today I'm letting you take a peek inside my makeup bag. I love posts like these - because everyone's is different and unique to them. I did one of these posts at the start of the year, but we're into spring now so I thought it was time for an updated version. As a university student I spend a lot of my time between my flat for term time and at home with my family - so it's essential for me to narrow down what my favourite products are to something that I can fit in one bag. So - let me show you what's inside my makeup bag.
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Review: Bondi Sands Gradual Tanning Milk

Hello everyone - it's time for another beauty review, and today I'm putting the spotlight on the Bondi Sands gradual tanning milk (shade light/medium). In preparation for my summer holiday I've been on the hunt for a fake tan to help boost my summer glow, but with me being fair skinned, in my past experience I've found gradual tans to work best for me and give me a much more natural glow. After a few searches, I became drawn to Bondi sands so I decided to give their gradual tanning milk a try. So, what do I think of it?

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Three favourite Barrym pinks

Hello everyone - today I'm sharing with you three of my favourite pinks by BarryM - pink nails is something that isn't always my cup of tea, but when I'm in the mood for it I love it. In spring and summer I always want to embrace wearing more colours. I've found these three BarryM polishes to be long lasting, they don't chip easily, and a nice thick layer - even just one coat would be enough. So these are my favourite three...
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Marks and Spencer Beauty Wishlist

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Spring Makeup Of the Day

Hello everyone - today I wanted to share with you this spring time makeup look I put together recently. I've always been one to go for minimal makeup for spring and summer, I don't know why but there's something about sun and warmer weather that makes me want to embrace more natural makeup looks. So, here's my go-to spring makeup look:
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A white blouse and a denim jacket

Hello everyone - today I bring to you another outfit post, this time styling my new casual white blouse with my trusty denim jacket - perfect for a spring outing.
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Kiko Beauty Wishlist

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My three favourite Yankee Candles

Hello everyone - I thought I'd mix it up today and talk about candles. I have an obsession with candles, there's just something I find so comforting about lighting a candle in the evening, whether it's while I watch tv, or whilst having a relaxing bath. Today I'm sharing with you my three favourite Yankee Candles.
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Black and White Chic

Hello everyone - it's another outfit post from me today. Here I styled this simple but chic black blouse from French Connection, with a simple white jacket and trusty black high waisted skinny jeans. This was perfect for a girly day out with my mum - cinema, a meal, and drinks. It was comfortable enough to wear for a whole day, whilst still being smart enough for the occasion.
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