REVIEW | 17 Miracle Matte Foundation

While I'm very adventurous with all other make-up, when it comes to foundation, I play it very safe! I've been using the Maybelline Fit Me foundation for close enough to a year now, and have found it hard to look past it! However, with the current 3 for 2 in Boots, I decided to get a little brave and branch out foundation wise!

I have an unhealthy obsession with matte finishes - lipstick, eyeshadow, powder, nail polish, you name it, I want it. But I'd never tried a matte foundation.. Until now! I purchased the 17 Miracle Matte Foundation in the shade Honey. It's marketed as having a "matte satin flawless finish" and "up to 16 hour shine control". I'm not going to lie, I was excited to use it. I had been stuck in my ways for too long, and I was ready for change!

My excitement, it seems, was short-lived. On first application, the foundation was cakey and patchy. Uh oh! After A LOT of blending and a dusting of translucent powder, it began to look somewhat presentable. Second time around, I applied a primer beforehand, and it was a disaster zone. My face looked muddy and discoloured in places. Not what you want before a night out. It looked so bad, I had to go back to my old faithful!

I'm not one to write products off without a fair trial, so I gave the Miracle Matte another shot. Third time's the charm, or so they tell me! Unlike the first two applications, I began by focusing on my cheeks, applying it to one at a time, and then the rest of my face. Surprisingly, it looked okay, for the most part. There were still some patchy areas near my jawline, it just needs some TLC!

My main issue with this foundation is it dries too quickly, making difficult to blend. No bueno! Because of it's quick drying, it also needs some time when applying. My best advice, take your time, go in stages! Coverage wise, it's a nice everyday foundation, I just prefer a higher coverage. When I'm determined to like something, I will not stop until I find some sort of redeeming quality!

Have you tried any matte foundations? Did you have better luck than me?

Until next time,
Elle.

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The Twilight Saga: The End of an Era.

Before anyone goes off on one about Twilight, let me explain myself. I am a fan. Yes, you may say that Harry Potter is a million times better, I agree. But, I also think Star Wars is a million times better than Harry Potter. However, you should never looked down on someone, or tease them for liking what they like! You can say what you want about the books/movies, but the fanbase is undeniable. It's like anything that people have a problem with today; Justin Bieber, Mitt Romney, The Next 3 Star Wars movies. There are going to be people that are excited about it, & there are going to be people who can't get behind it. Like everything in life, you have to take the good with the bad! Okay, enough of that, on to the review! (There will not be spoilers!)

The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 2.

Brought back from near-death by Edward (Robert Pattinson) after childbirth, Bella (Kristen Stewart) begins her new life as a vampire and mother to their daughter, Renesmee (Mackenzie Foy). When the Volturi are led to believe that Renesmee was not born as a vampire but, rather, turned into one in violation of their code, the Volturi set out to destroy the child and the Cullen clan. The Cullens band together with vampires from around the world to stand united against the Volturi.

Having waited close enough to four years for the movie to released, it's safe to say that yesterday was spent in pure anticipation! I am by no means a 'twihard' (I hate the term, and I don't really no why!), but I always enjoy when movie adaptations of books that I've read come out! I was in the exact same frame of mind as I waited for The Hunger Games & Perks of Being A Wallflower to be released, and will be as I wait for The Great Gatsby to come out. I love books, I love movie adaptions of books, I love seeing my favourite characters brought to life! The Twilight Saga is no different. There are aspects that I love, & there are aspects I wish I could change (don't worry, I already have the remake saga planned out, we should be fine!) I'm rambling, let's talk about the movie..

Arriving to the movie theatre almost an hour before the movie started was both a blessing & a curse! We bagged the perfect seats, we just had to wait patiently for the movie to begin. One thing that occurred to me while waiting, Twilight brings in quite a varied audience, something I'd never really noticed before! Young, old, female, male, people from every walk of life! It's amazing! The lights dimmed & the inevitable squeal was heard (I have to admit, my mother could be heard over EVERYONE else!) The previews played and the excitement in the room was tangible!

Now, I've already said that this would be a zero spoilers blog post, so I'll just say it was spectacular! The cinematography was so well done, and the soundtrack was unbelievably well suited to every scenario! If you are a Twilight fan, and have been keeping up with gossip online, you know there is a surprise ending. I will say this, any scenario, any possibility that you may think of, it will not come close this twist! Be prepared, bring tissues, a hand to hold, anything!

For those who mightn't have interest, or will be dragged to see it by a loved one, I still think it's worth a watch. However, for those Twilight fans who have followed the stories so closely, Breaking Dawn: Part Two is the perfect ending to the much loved saga!

until next time,
Ellen.

Current playlist:
Sway - The Kooks.
Breathe Me - Aiden Grimshaw.
Troublemaker - Olly Murs.
Cold - Aqualung & Lucy Schwartz.
Everybody Wants To Rule The World - Tears For Fears.
Don't Dream It's Over - Crowded House.

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