Review - Stila Stay All Day Waterproof Brow Colour

Today I am reviewing this eye brow product that the lovely people at Stila sent to me.

You can find it here -  http://stila.co.uk/collections/eyes/products/stay-all-day-waterproof-brow-colour-medium

I, probably like any other make up addicts, was DEVASTATED when Stila suddenly disappeared a few years ago.  It was one of my favorite brands, particularly their lip glaze & also their lip conditioner which I would say is very similar to the Mac lip conditioner.  The packaging was really pretty and basically, it was awesome.  So one day when I walked into Boots and it was suddenly back, I was very excited!  Since then I have bought the Smudge Pots in Black http://stila.co.uk/collections/eyes/products/smudge-pot-black& Kitten http://stila.co.uk/collections/eyes/products/smudge-pot-kitten.  I personally think the black Smudge pot might even be better than Mac Gel Liner in Blactrax (controversial!!!).  As most of you probably know, Kitten is Stila's top selling colour and they also do loads of products in this color.  I wear it during the day for work and it even stays without primer.  Ace!

I have actually never seen anything like this Stay All Day Waterproof Brow Colour! The only way to describe the packaging is it's like a mini version of  Touch Eclait by Yves Saint Laurent.  You don't have to twist or press any part of the pen for the product to come out, it just gently comes out as you brush your brow. 

It's not very pigmented however it did blend nicely with my eyebrows. I have the medium shade which seemed to work, to give you an idea of the shades I tint my eyebrows brown and have fair skin.  I would say these pens will be perfect for you if you have very fair skin as they are not harsh.  

I REALLY like this product! Personally for me I would say this is more for daytime just because I like to use a brow powder for my evening make up and I just feel the Stila pen would be too light at night for me against the rest of my make up (as you can see in the pic, it doesn't come up very well in my attempted swatch LOL)

I wore this to work the other day, and it did last all day which is really good. It's just the right colour to gently fill in the gaps in your brows without being too harsh, which is perfect for during the day.

My opinion

I really love this product and it's quick and easy for the morning and for me doesn't require any touch ups during the day. Fab!

This product is for you IF.......

You want a nice, light product for your brows that is quick and simple to apply.  Also perfect for you if you are fair skinned. 

This product isn't for you IF.........

You want a scouse brow :0)

My new additions to my Muji make up storage arrived yey!

Hey peeps, 27 degrees where I am today, I am roasting!

My new Muji boxes arrived today! I posted a blog the other day I had ordered them because I underestimated how much make up I own ha!

See below for the before and after pictures. If you own a lot of make up like me then these drawers are a must! Today I got another deep drawer and what is meant to be a desk tidy, but I have put my brushes, eye liners, lip pencils and foundation bottles in it.

Let me know what you think!

Cat xxx

What came in the post today...........

Some  very existing things have arrived in the post this week, one of the annoying things about working full time is you are never home when the post man comes, and need to get yourself to the local depot that isn't open at convenient times!

However, I managed to collect a parcel this morning which was a bag of goodies the lovely people at Stila sent to me to try & review on here.  I have a very interesting eyebrow pen, but it's a WET pen????  Very unusual as I have never seen a eyebrow product which isn't a kohl pencil or a powder, so definitely cannot wait to try that.

I also got a lip gloss which looks amazing!

They also sent me some powder from a different brand which I haven't heard of before, so I will do a bit of research before I try it.

BUT, hopefully by the weekend my May Glossybox will arrive!  Can't wait to see what I am getting this month!

Cat xxx

What's In My Daytime Make Up Bag

Today I thought I would talk about what I have in my make up bag during the day.

I am normally that busy at work during the day I never touch up, but I like to have my basics with me in case of an emergency!

I have a small Mac make up bag I got from the Mac counter in Selfridges which comes everywhere with me!

First thing I have is Mac Select Sheet Pressed Power in NC30. This is also my make up bag mirror! A pressed powder is a must, I tend to have an oily T-zone so this does the trick.

Then I have my trusty Mac Moisture Cover Concelear in NW20. I do have dry skin under my eyes so this one is perfect for me. I also sometimes use Bobbi Brown Corrector in Light Bisque.

For the eyes, I have Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencil in Black. I normally use Mac kohl eye pencil on Smoulder but I lost it (gutted!) but I had this from a set of pencils I got at Christmas, so will do me for now!

I also have They're Real mascara by Benefit. I have used this for almost a year now and it is definitely my favourite mascara!

For the lips, I have Clarins Instant Light Perfector in Peach. I love this as it looks like a gloss but keep your lips moisturised at the same time.

And finally, we have the trusty Vaseline! You can't go wrong with this, is a must have for every make up bag! I work in an office so my lips get really dry with the air conditioning. I also wear this under lipstick for the same reason!

Muji Storage, Update!

Hi peeps!

Well, I decided I needed more Muji drawers, I think I underestimated how much make up I have LOL!

I have ordered another large drawer, if you look at my previous Muji storage post you can see the pic.  I just think these are really good for blushers, foundation etc........basically all your big parts of your make up collection!

They also do what is mean to be a desk tidy for pens, however I am going to use this for my make up brushes & eye pencils, lip liners etc

I will send you a picture after I re-arrange!  I am hoping they will arrive by Friday

If you want to get some ideas, you can find the Muji drawers here:

 Muji

You can mix and match as they all stack together, they are the best thing ever!

Cat xxx

Nail Polish Of The Week

This week I am using Basil Street by Nails Inc

This is a lovely nude colour which is great for during the week at work. It takes a good 3 coats but then is lovely!

A dupe for this would be 17 by Boots but I can't think of the colour names' it's pretty much identical

Speak soon!

Cat xxx

French Manicure - What I Use

Hi all,

Just wanted to share with you what polish I use for my french manicure.


The best white polish I have found is Bourjois Blanc Glamour White. It has the perfect brush to do your french manicure at home. Another good product is the Yves Saint Laurent french manicure set. You get a set of pens which are incredibly each to use. However, I don't like the finish from the pink colour, however the white pen is brilliant, I just wish the pens were sold separately!

For the pink, i love the Rimmel French Manicure in 445 French Rose. I love the finish this polish gives and looks nice over the white. I find some pink polishes don't seem to look right over the white, but this one is perfect.

And finally, as always, I use my Nails Inc Kensington Topcoat Caviar.

Hope this was helpful!

Cat xxx