Well here we are LOCKDOWN! I hope you’re all doi Well here we are LOCKDOWN! I hope you’re all doing ok?
I’ve been thinking about what I’m going to do over this time period and how to get the most out of it.
Being the final 6 months of my PhD, I will have to start writing my thesis now instead of later but to break that time up with more fun things (not that science isn’t fun 🙄). I’m thinking baking, play the piano and experimenting with makeup! It doesn’t matter that no one is going to see my makeup or hear me play, I’m doing it for me but at the same time I’m not going to force myself to do to anything I don’t feel like or feel pressured to learn something new or start something big just because we have this time. 
I think it’s important to take a break and reset without anything or anyone sucking your energy. Only do things that you really want to and help you feel better now and for the future when this is over.
What are your plans for lockdown?
For me makeup is art. Your face is the canvas and For me makeup is art. Your face is the canvas and the fact you can take any colour/finish/texture and create something that completely reflects your personality and mood is amazing and yes maybe it also fuels my need to have so many pretty palettes!! The @jackieaina @anastasiabeverlyhills eyeshadow palette is incredible! The colours are soooooo pigmented but still really wearable. It’s like a work of art itself.
What’s your favourite ABH palette?
It’s a leg up kinda Sunday! Currently away on a It’s a leg up kinda Sunday! 
Currently away on a mini weekend trip with @openingupcricket and loving all the things to see and do (and eat) in Glasgow. I’ve always loved Scotland and Glasgow is my all time favourite Scottish city. Is there a way to become an honorary Scotsman please?!
Have you ever been to Glasgow? If you could pick any other nationality to be, what would you go for? 📸 @lifeofpingkan 
#scotland #glasgow #scotsman #travel #traveltheworld #travelbug #sundayfunday #relaxandunwind #weekendaway #weekendbreak #liverpool #polkadots #isawitfirst #whatiwore #highstreetfashion #ootd #topshop #strikeapose #weblognorth #lpoolgirls
#ad | For someone who loves makeup, if you saw me #ad | For someone who loves makeup, if you saw me on a day-to-day basis, you’d have absolutely no idea! There’s enough to do in the mornings before work without having to spend half an hour doing up your face. However, when I do wear makeup, even just a little, I feel more confident, put together and ready to tackle the day. 
That’s why I’m loving @Primark.Beauty to create a super quick, everyday look to help me look glowing and more importantly, at really affordable prices.
Prep + Perfect Priming Hydrator Base -£3
Prep + Perfect Skin Illuminator -£3.50
Perfect Finish Foundation -£2.50
Brow Sketch -£2
Colour Grid Eyeshadow Palette -£3.50
Matte Bronzing Powder -£1
Blush -£1.50
Falsh Lash Queen Mascara -£3
Velvet Matte Longwear Lip Crayon -£2

Whether you’re an expert or makeup novice, all of the products from #Primark are easy to use and fantastic quality as well as being cruelty free. Everything blends onto my skin beautifully, with a couple of standouts being the foundation which lasted all day and matches me perfectly (hello, £2.50!!!!!), the £1 bronzer to add some much needed life into my skin and the Velvet Matte Lip Crayon that is beyond comfortable and lasts through eating and coffee drinking. In just 5 minutes, you can achieve the simplest of looks, that’s suitable for any occasion. #IWorkWithPrimark @Primark
Check out my Instastories to see my quick and easy morning makeup!
Who else loves earrings?! I really need to wear th Who else loves earrings?! I really need to wear them more often because 1. Jabbing them through the piercing that has been empty for months is no fun and games 😂 and 2. They just elevate your look to the next level!! Seriously, whether they’re long, studs, gold, sparkly, colourful, patterned, they make me feel so put together. 2020 is my year for accessorising!
Gifted| Back to work and I’m really not here for Gifted| Back to work and I’m really not here for it! What I am here for is these natural Wispies eyelashes from @ardellbeauty. I do love false lashes but because I don’t have a lot of lid space, I find they always look heavy and unnatural on me so I give up and they get shoved in a drawer. That’s why I was dubious at first with these but the second I put them on, I fell in love. The natural style adds volume to my lashes without looking heavy and really do pass as being my own, even in person!! They’re easy to put on as the band is nice and flexible and stay put throughout the day. These are my lashes for sure! Have you tried Ardell lashes before?
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Celebrity MUA Masterclass in association with Debenhams, Liverpool
March 25, 2018 Secret Rendezvous

Celebrity MUA Masterclass – Liverpool

For the makeup addicted among us, the Celebrity MUA Masterclass in association with Debenhams, is the ultimate beauty experience. Each masterclass is packed with incredible MUA makeup tips and tricks. As part of your ticket you also receive a goodie bag worth over £100! A treasure chest of makeup products, including CMM sponsors Doll Beauty, Unicorn Cosmetics and Sample Beauty. There was even an Urban Decay naked heat palette in my bag!

I was lucky enough to attend the Liverpool masterclass held at St George’s Hall. Grand pillars and glistening chandeliers, it was the perfect venue to learn all the celebrity MUA secrets!

Celebrity MUA Masterclass Liverpool Debenhams

Masterclass – Gary Cockerill

First up on the schedule was a classic glamourous look by makeup artist to the stars Gary Cockerill. Gary has been in the beauty industry for nearly 25 years, so what he doesn’t know about makeup could fit on a teeny piece of blotting paper.

I think it’s safe to say the final look was stunning. It really was like watching a painter at work. Delicate brush strokes and attention to detail, the final look could be on a wall in the Louvre.

Celebrity MUA Masterclass Liverpool Debenhams Gary Cockerill makeover

Celebrity MUA Masterclass Liverpool Debenhams Gary Cockerill makeover

Celebrity MUA Masterclass Liverpool Debenhams Gary Cockerill Makeover

Celebrity MUA Masterclass Liverpool Debenhams

After stuffing my face with a selection of sandwiches and donuts from the provided lunch (rainbow cake anyone?), it was back in the main hall for the second half of the masterclass.

Masterclass – Alexis Stone

For me the most amazing part of the day was the exciting and inspiring sessions with online sensation Alexis Stone. For anyone who has been hiding under a rock, Alexis is a Manchester based drag queen, most famous for using makeup to transform himself into celebrities.

The great thing about Alexis’ makeup style is the easability. He understands that we all have busy lives, or in my case lazy and so he created a look that was quick to reproduce.  It was incredibly refreshing to see him create a look on a male model. Men are seriously under-represented in the makeup industry and it’s hard to understand why, when everything that Alexis did can be repeated on anyone sitting in the room. Using the P.Louise palette he created this statement pink eye with the most blinding holographic loose pigment in Hollywood from Liverpool’s very own Peaches & Cream. Topped off with a MAC red lip lacquered pout, it was safe to say he had us all shook.

 

*”Sorry I’m sniffing so much (long pause), I’ve just had a nose job!”- Alexis Stone*

Celebrity MUA Masterclass Liverpool Debenhams Alexis Stone Makeover

Celebrity MUA Masterclass Liverpool Debenhams Alexis Stone makeover

Celebrity MUA Masterclass Liverpool Debenhams Alexis Stone

*Stila’s Magnificent Metals Glitter & Glow Liquid Eye Shadow in Molton Midnight, doing it’s thing and going straight on the top of my wish list*

Celebrity MUA Masterclass Liverpool Debenhams Alexis Stone

Celebrity MUA Masterclass Liverpool Debenhams Alexis Stone

Celebrity MUA Masterclass Liverpool Debenhams Alexis Stone

*No shade with this look, only blinding highlight*

The Beauty of Makeup

It was fascinating to watch Alexis transform his facial features into the exaggerated feminine form he wears for drag. Whilst applying seriously blinding highlighter, Alexis chatted to us about what it means for him to be a drag queen. He reminded us that not everyone has the luxury to be themselves. Whether that’s a guy wearing makeup, coming out to their family, even acknowledging they may be transexual, support is not always available. Alexis has actually been advised himself to not wear drag when visiting certain countries with strict rules! It’s encouraging to know that as a country, Britain is accepting of so many different people and cultures. However, it’s a reminder that we can always improve in making sure everyone feels welcome and accepted.

The Celebrity MUA Masterclass really is a masterclass like no other. Yes you get to indulge in the world of beauty but this day surprised me with so much more. Makeup isn’t just about making yourself look “pretty”. It’s about being creative and experimenting with new looks, products and styles.  Makeup is a way to connect with a world of like-minded individuals. Interact with people who break boundaries and speaking up for what they believe in through the art of makeup. That’s the beauty of makeup, it allows you to be yourself and the Celebrity MUA Masterclass represented that perfectly.

Check out future masterclass dates here, and buy some of the featured products below.

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Disclaimer

* Trend Saxon and Debenhams Beauty Club were kind enough to gift me two tickets to the CMM event at Liverpool. It was a great event in which I have given my honest review of my experience and would highly recommend.

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  1. Tasha says

    March 25, 2018 at 11:33 am

    Like the sound of this. Have you ever been to one of the MAC masterclasses in London? So tempted to attend one but this one looks pretty good too. Definitely need the help lol!

    Reply
  2. Rosie says

    March 25, 2018 at 2:38 pm

    Wow this whole day sounds amaaaaazing!! I am obsessed with make up but always do the same thing on myself! I’d love a day like this to get some new tricks from actual professionals and not just a YouTube video!

    Reply
  3. bethan shuff says

    March 25, 2018 at 7:00 pm

    this sounds like such an amazing event! I’d love to go to one in the future! the makeup classes look bomb af

    Reply
  4. Jess says

    March 26, 2018 at 7:25 am

    Wow this sounded so cool, ive always wanted to join a master class, and I might just have to now x

    Reply
  5. Lady Writes says

    March 26, 2018 at 10:14 am

    This looks like my perfect day and your photos are stunning girl x

    Reply
  6. Laura-Simone says

    March 26, 2018 at 11:22 am

    Wow this looks like such a good opportunity! I love things like this, I find them so interesting. x

    Reply
  7. Heather says

    March 26, 2018 at 9:08 pm

    Oh wow this master class sounds amazing! Such a fantastic event and a huge fan of Alexis!

    Heather xo | http://www.xhighlandbeauty.co.uk

    Reply
  8. Hannah Vickers says

    March 28, 2018 at 10:46 am

    Oh this sounds fab, I’d love to head along to something like this! Great post xx

    Reply
  9. Katie Middleton says

    March 28, 2018 at 10:08 pm

    Oh my god, this looks so amazing! I bet it was so much fun and I loveeee Alexis!

    Katie x
    http://www.katie-middleton.co.uk

    Reply
  10. Alicia says

    April 3, 2018 at 5:52 pm

    Beaut photos, I would love to attend something like this!
    Alicia | http://www.alicia-a-la-mode.com

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