Bat For Lashes - Lash Sensational Mascara from Maybelline

It's been a while since I've done a beauty post, but I wanted to write about an amazing high street find I've recently fallen in love with. I feel like I've spent ages hunting down a non-clumping, lash lengthening magician of a product, and Lash Sensational Mascara from Maybelline does just that.

The mascara comes with a wand designed to catch every single lash, even the tiniest of them. It takes a little bit of getting used to as it's easy to catch the side of your eyes with the outer-bristle design. However once you've got the hang of the wand wiggle, you're left with flutter-worthy peppers which are well defined and clump free.

The brush is actually really clever - it features short bristles packed closely together on a curve, and it ensures that the mascara meets the root of the lashes. The longer bristles comb it out to the tips, and it just takes a coat or two to achieve lashes with volume. The formula is buildable without clumping or flaking, and even on the most humid of days, doesn't leave you with the dreaded panda-eye smudge.

If you're looking for a full-on false last effect, simply use a fan brush to distribute some setting powder over them before applying the mascara on top. It helps to extend the lashes if you want a little more oomph.

Until next time,

Diana xx

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I saw Maybelline in a Coup de Ville.

It's been a while since I've wrote about any of the new cosmetics I've brought, but after being unable to resist Superdrug's "Buy One Get One Half Price" on Maybelline, I was so impressed I just had to blog!

I brought two things -  the Maybelline Colour Sensational Lipstick in Hollywood Red and the Maybelline Falsies Big Eyes Mascara in black.

Let's start with the lipstick - the shade is less red and more of a pink and is the perfect day-time colour for anyone who loves a touch of vintage glamour. Stuck in the middle of a nude and pink-red, the colour is dense and moisture packed leaving your lips feeling soft and hydrated.

Rather than using a pink or red lip liner, I chose to use a white liner to define my top lip and smudge inwards to act as a natural highlighter. The above photo doesn't do it justice at all, and it is a dream to apply. It's one of those rare lipsticks I felt I could apply straight from the tube rather than needing a brush which is always a bonus when on the go!

The second item was the Maybelline Falsies Big Eyes Mascara in black. I brought this on a total whim, and am so glad I did because for the first time, I am able to cover my lower lashes without looking like a panda!

The wand design is very clever. It's double ended with a thicker brush designed for your longer top lashes and a mini brush to reach those hard to get tiny ones on bottom. The mascara texture itself is lengthening, thickening and clump-free when combed through with care. I also found that a sprinkling of setting powder dusted on with a fan brush before the mascara application really made them telescopic! The mascara is perfect for when you want a high-impact look with very little effort as it makes your eyes do all the talking.

Normally when I fall into a sales trap, I instantly regret the impulse choices as soon as I get home. (Note to self: no more liquid liners!) This time though, I couldn't be any more thrilled with my choices and both things have safely found a new home in my everyday make-up bag.

Until next time,

Diana xx

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