I already have the Bee strong shampoo which I got from the pound shop but they had sold out of the conditioner, so I was glad to see it in ASDA again for only £1. I was planning to get the Garnier Micellar solution but they didn't stock it in my ASDA but I found this cleaning tonic from NSPA which does effectively the same thing in terms of removing make up but looks like more of an oil so is hopefully more moisturising. Also it was reduced to only £1 so I was quite happy with that!

I actually got this from a seller on the app Depop (follow me on it - penniesforapound) and I did a swap with her, so I sent her a ring and she sent me this! This is actually a bit disappointing as it's not the right shade for me and I'm not too keen on the consistency, but ah well. 

Hope you've liked this short haul,

What have you been buying recently?

Thanking you,

Naomi

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I wash my make up brushes with my face wash - Tea Tree and Witch Hazel foaming face wash from Boots. I just pump a little into the palm of my hand, swirl my brush around in it and swill it out under the tap, and it works brilliantly! I've not actually used an actual brush cleaner such as Elf's daily brush cleaner as I've always found that my face wash is good enough. Also some from mac and other high end cleaners cost £10+ which I think is a bit ridiculous. Using my face wash instead of brush cleaners also means I get the added effect of having tea tree in it, which makes my brushes smell great and tea tree is also great for combating spots. 

It's also really easy to use as you just pump it out into your hand and gets deep into the brushes. As for as I can see the Elf one is just a spray which isn't great for getting right into the brush where bacteria builds up. It is meant to be a daily cleaner so a spray bottle is good for just a quick clean, but I would definitely advise doing a deep clean at least every fortnight. 

Pricing of brush cleaners vary. For this Elf one it's £3.95 for 60ml (not including p+p), and for higher end ones, Mac is £10 for 235ml. The Boots face wash is only £3.59 for 150ml! It also means you only have to buy one product instead of a separate face wash and brush cleaner. 

You can get the products mentioned here:

Tea tree and Witch Hazel foaming face wash by Boots.

Elf Daily brush cleaner.

Mac brush cleanser.

So which one would/do you prefer? How do you clean your make up brushes?

Thanking you,

Naomi

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Hey everyone! I am Katie from Katie's

View and Naomi has allowed me to guest post! I am going to

do a budget makeup look with products that I think should be hyped

more! Here are the products I will be using!

Penneys/Primark Eyelash Curler

Natural Collection Coverup Cream

Essence Eyeshadow in olive garden

Catrice Matt Bronzing Powder

NYC Sky Rise Lengthening Mascara

ChitChat Cream Eyeshadow

Ok so firstly I used my concealer once again as a primer on the lid

and under my eye. Then I applied the bronzer all over my lid. Next I

put the essence eyeshadow in my crease and applied the black cream

eyeshadow to the outer corner. I blended everything in. I curled my

lashes and applied mascara. I think that the concealer is great as it

makes your makeup last longer and it helps when washing it off. For

the lips you could just use a lip balm! Thanks again to Naoimi for

allowing me to guest post and please follow me on Twitter, Pinterest and Bloglovin! Also

make sure to stop by me blog Katie's View

Katie

Why, hello there...

Today I bring you a new company, Emmy Twenty. 

First of all I would like to say I haven't been paid or given anything to write this post, I was contacted by the lovely Sharon telling me about the company wanting some feedback, not asking for a post. I'm writing this post because I believe in helping undiscovered, up-coming companies who clearly have a passion for what they're doing, and also it fits in with my 'finding fashion on a budget' style of blogging. 

Now that's out of the way, lets get on with the post!

Emmy Twenty is all about 'Fashionably flat shoes'. All made with real leather and at amazing prices. Normally for good quality leather shoes you'll be paying at least £80+, but for the same quality Emmy Twenty offers ballerina shoes starting at £45! Such a bargain! For a starting out company they offer such an amazing range of style, from plain classic flats to stunning studs to cute little bows. Sharon (Director of Emmy Twenty) wanted to find an affordable alternative to wearing high heals, especially for working in busy london where you're on your feet a lot

"It got me thinking and after speaking to friends, colleagues and eventually talking to shoppers on Oxford Street, they all confirmed that there seemed to be a gap in the market for fashionable leather flats that importantly are more affordable too"

And thus, the creation of Emmy Twenty!

They currently have an Easter offer on at the moment where if you enter the code 'EASTER20' you can get 20% off your order! This ends on the 21st of April so make sure you order soon!!

If you visit the website, or even order something let me know in the comments!

What do you think about Emmy Twenty?

Check them out here.

Thanking you,

Naomi

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Wilkinson powder brush.
Natural Collection shineaway foundation in Sand, £1.99
Rimmel Match perfection foundation in 100 Ivory, £6.99
MUA Cover and conceal liquid concealer, £1.50
2True Be clear pressed powder, £1.99

MUA Power Pout in Rendezvous, £3
The Body Shop Colour crush lipstick in Red Siren, £10
Maybelline Baby Lips lip balm in Cherry Me, £2.99
Elf Lipstick in Flirtatious, £1.95

Nanshy Blending eyeshadow brush
NYC Single eyeshadow, £1.79
Benefit They're Real mascara (sample size), £19.50 (full size)
Rimmel Glam eyes liquid eyeliner in Black Glamour, £5.29

That's all the things I took in my makeup bag! A few bits are things I'm trying out so look out for some reviews coming soon!

What are your make up travel essentials?

Thanking you,

Naomi

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I bought these few things from the pound shop. One of my favourite youtubers kateheartsit mentioned the honney range from herbal Essenes so I thought I would pick it up before I left. I also wants to try a cheaper dry shampoo so I found this one. It smells so good! Hopefully doing a review soon! And finally, how cute is this jar? I'm currently using it to keep my cotton pads in.

Mum bought me a few travel size essentials from ASDA, where they were a little bit cheaper than boots or superdrug. Pretty standard.

These rings were in the New Look sale for £1 each and it was also buy one get one free, so they were basically only 50p each! Unfortunately the ones on the left don't fit me so I'm selling them on my blog sale

These next few bits are from Superdrug. 2 nail polishes from MUA that I originally got as a gift but I think in going to keep them for a give away, same with the make up bag. I also got a flannel, essential, and also their own brand hairspray. I've tried this and I cannot stand the smell so it's a no from me. I picked up the 2true powder to give it a try so I'll let you know what I think of it! 

I bought my first ever item from topshop! I'm actually wearing right now! I found this jumper in the sale for only £18, which for a chunky jumper is pretty good, and for topshop that's awesome! 

Hope you've enjoyed this haul!

What have you bought recently?

Thanking you,

Naomi 

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Why, hello there...

I love shopping in the sales, especially for places such as Topshop or any other expensive shops where I can't justify their normal prices! The end of winter sales have been going on recently so I thought I'd show you a few outfit ideas that I made from items just in the sale!

Topshop.

Cut out boots // Bar chain ring // Woven 2 in 1 smock dress // Penny necklace // Rolled edge snood

New Look

Blue block colour purse // Aztec boxy T-Shirt // Blue skater skirt // Black strap healed boots

H&M

Mini satchel // Polka dot linen shirt // Corrugated gold necklace // Blue skinny jeans

I really enjoyed writing this post, hope you've enjoyed this postas well! 

Let me know which is your favourite outfit in the comments!

Thanking you,

Naomi

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