Foundations For Pale Skin: Pale Test #5 - NARS Sheer Glow, Siberia

I get asked on an almost daily basis which foundations and concealers are the best for pale skin tones, and this series is going to explore all different types of  products from varying brands and at all price levels which will hopefully help you to make a decision on which foundation and concealer is right for you! 

In universal skin tone terms.. I'm an NC15 in Mac. However, Mac isn't really doing it for me at the moment, so i'm on the hunt for a replacement that will be the perfect foundation for My Pale Skin. 

Product: Nars Sheer Glow Foundation - Sibera (Light 1)

Price: £31.00 

Packaging:  The foundation comes in a thick glass bottle with a matte black screw cap.  The foundation does not come with a pump, and you will have to purchase one separately, I didn't now this when I  purcahsed it, so just a heads up. The packaging feels luxe, however I'm not a fan of porous black matte packaging on foundations - purely down to the fact that they take so long to clean and remove any signs of product which has made it's way onto the outside of the lid.

Coverage: I find the Product gives a medium to full coverage. It's a buildable foundation, and applying in different ways will give you a different coverage. For a sheer look, try using a beauty blender and for a full coverage, try using a brush such as the real techniques expert face brush. I like to buff mine in using a buffing brush such as the Nanshy flat top buffer.

Colour:  The Nars Sheer Glow foundation in Siberia is the lightest of the entire range. I'm so happy to have found this foundation, as it seems to be the perfect shade for my pale skin, with no orange tones to be seen!

Finish: Although it's called 'Sheer glow' I find that when you first apply it, the foundation does have a dewy glow, however, after buffing I find that It does seem to transform more to the matte end of the spectrum. If you're looking for a dewy foundation, you may find yourself disappointed with the glow not being overly obvious in this one.

Final Verdict: At £31.00, The Nars Sheer glow foundation is the most expensive I've ever purchased, and certainly one i'd recommend you swatch and test to make sure you're happy with before splashing out on it. I love the coverage, and the subtle 'glow' which is more of a sheen, that this product gives. The Nars Sheer Glow in Siberia (Light 1)  I'm happy to report has PASSED the pale test with flying colours.

As Always, I'd love to hear your thoughts on this foundation or what you'd like me to try next, let me know in the comments.
Em xxx

My Homeware Haul!

There's nothing I love more than a good bargain and after I found myself wandering through Wimbledon town centre after finishing a really early 5am film shoot I headed into Cargo and picked up a few pretties for my flat! Have you ever shopped and forgot everything you bought? Well I have, and I did... 

I never thought I'd find myself enjoying filming YouTube videos as much as I do, and I'm hoping when I get the hang of it, I'll find a schedule that works for me! I'm aiming to post one video a week for you guys, and am working on a few video ideas to post over the upcoming weeks!

 If you have any suggestions for videos you'd like me to film, let me know in the comments!

Em xxx

Elf Cosmetics, Candid Coral Studio Blush Review!

In regards to Blushers, right now Elf Cosmetics can do no wrong. Every time I try a new blush by Elf, I fall in love just a little bit more. I picked up the Candid Coral blush a while back in a big Elf bundle, but it has been hiding at the back of my blusher drawer. I recently dug it out and was more than impressed with it.

As a pale kid, trying to find a coral blush that doesn't make me look like I've slapped orange face paint on my cheeks or rolled around in gold glitter is a little harder than it sounds, and this blusher has the perfect combination of soft coral tones and a light touching of shimmer which enhances my pale skin, rather than fighting against it.

I've heard this is a perfect dupe for the Nars Orgasm blusher, but as i've yet to test the Nars blusher, I can't confirm the dupe facts for you. 

At £3.95 It's not the most long lasting of products as it wears off throughout a working day. However it definitely is worth adding to your collection if you don't mind reapplying or expecting it to have the same lasting effects as more pricier brands.

I really like the studio blush collection, and i'm looking forward to adding more to my blusher drawer!

Have you tried any of the Elf Blushers??  I'd love to hear your thoughts! Let me know in the comments...

Em xxx

Grabble #Grabamakeover Event at Andrew Barton Salon!

On Tuesday Night I was lucky enough to be invited by Grabble to their #Grabamakeover event at the Andrew Barton Salon in Covent Garden.

It was my first Grabble event and I was very much looking forward to attending, not only for everything the event had on offer, but also as I knew some of my bloggy friends were attending too.

L-R Monica, Beth, April, Em (me!) Photo Copyright - Grabble

Photo Copyright - Grabble

L-R Monica & Em (me!)

L-R April & Beth

Andrew Barton

L-R Monica & Beth

L-R Kitty & Monica

L-R Sarah, Lorna, Kitty & Monica

L-R Monica, Katie, Jess, Sarah, Em, Beth

L-R Katie, Em, Monica, Beth, Sarah, Emsy

Grabble had thought of everything at the event, from massages and manicures to dental specialists and hair consultations... did I mention Pizza by the bucket load too? I have to say that Katie and the rest of the Grabble team had worked their little socks off. There was an amazing raffle and the very beautiful Kitty managed to win herself not just one, but two incredible raffle prizes. 

It was so lovely to see some of my fave girlies such as April, Beth &  Monica. And catch up with some lovely girlies such as  Lorna, Kitty, Sarah and meet some other lovely bloggers in the flesh such as Em and Katie.

I had a wonderful evening at the Grabble #Grabamakeover event and I'm very much looking forward to the next.

Em xxx