MAKEUP/BEAUTY STORAGE ON A BUDGET

Hello everyone! So buying makeup, skincare and beauty products in general can be fun, until you are overloaded with products and are stuck on what, where or how to store them. A lot of storage units can be super expensive but there are also some more affordable alternative ways to store your products, from organisers to drawers and diy storage. With that in mind i thought i would share an updated beauty storage on a budget post...

- makeup/wash bags

If you are only just starting out growing a selection of products, travel a lot or you just like to keep your products down to the bare essentials then a makeup/wash bag is going to be the type of storage for you. You can pick these up from pretty much anywhere and i have bought my fair share over the years, that being said i always gravitate back to something that is transparent or transparent with a design. The reason for that is because they are not only easy to see what product you are looking for, rather than rooting through messing everything up but also because they are easier to keep clean and you can simply just give them a wipe out, from time to time.

-makeup/wash bags under £20

1. skinnydip dazzle washbag (travel must-have) £18 | click to shop |

2. skinnydip sugarpop washbag (don't forget shop sales) £11.20 | click to shop |

3. skinnydip peachy makeup bag (something smaller) £14 | click to shop |

4. primark nude makeup bag (all under £5) £3 | click to shop |

5. primark neon lime washbag (love the neon trend) £4 | click to shop |

6. amazon clear toiletry bag (perfect for travel) from £3.74 | click to shop |

7. amazon clear makeup bag with design (skinnydip dupes) £6.99 | click to shop |

8. monki colour block makeup case (shop asos sale) £9 |click to shop |

- acrylic storage, organisers + diy storage

So if you collection is slightly or significantly larger and requires more than a makeup bag (as mine does), then you can opt for so many different ways to store/organise your makeup. In the past picking up a good set of acrylic drawers or storage box would definitely break the bank, but now you can actually get your hands on some for a lot less. If you already have a drawer/drawers and are just looking for something to divide or categorise your products, then drawer organisers are going to work for you and you can pick them up for a small amount of money or even diy your own at home for even less. 

9. osco acrylic chest with 5 drawers and flip lid (amazon) £19.99 | click to shop |

10. osco acrylic chest with 3 drawers and flip lid (amazon) £10 | click to shop |

11. beautify large 5 drawer (i love this brand) £39.99 | click to shop |

12. zoeva classic brush holder (beautybay find) £10.50 | click to shop |

13. ikea divider for pull-out drawer (different sizes) £10 | click to shop |

14. makeup box organiser with display (eBay find) £13.99 | click to shop |

15. beautify acrylic drawers (smaller version) £19.99 | click to shop |

16. toothbrush holders for brushes/lip liners or pencils (h&m) £6 | click to shop |

Catch up on my previous post: here

xo.

COSY SPRING HOMEWARE FINDS

Hello everyone! Spring is just around the corner now and the shops/websites are starting to be stocked with all the new season items, it is always nice to slowly update/transform your home from winter to spring. That being said currently in the UK it is still extremely cold and you still want that cosy feeling to your home, so for today's post i thought i would share with you a selection of my favourite cosy-spring homeware finds...

1. eBay home decor blush fluffy fur cushion cover

The easiest thing to do whenever you want to switch your home/room up for a new season, is to replace your cushion covers and this blush number from eBay (who would of thought?) is perfect for doing just that. Blush/pink is such a perfect warm and cosy spring colour, so with that mixed with the shaggy faux fur finish it is the perfect cosy spring staple to have arranged on your sofa or chair. RRP £5.88

2. yankee candle sun drenched apricot rose candle

The second easiest thing which once lit will instantly make any room feel and smell cosy, yep you guessed it a candle or two. I am loving the scents of the new "enjoy the simple things" spring collection from Yankee Candle, especially this particular scent which is floral for spring yet it has those super warm notes to it and of course it is this same blush colour that screams spring to me. RRP £23.99

3. sainsbury's home gold vase

Of course when you thing of spring, you tend to naturally think flowers and what is the perfect accompaniment to flowers? a vase of course! There are so many available at the moment, but i am absolutely obsessed with this gold one from the Sainsbury's homeware section. I love gold during any season but for some reason the mixture of warm floral colours and gold metals, just work so well together. RRP £14

4. sainsbury's home faux peony vase

Sticking with the floral/vase theme and again another item that i am loving from Sainsbury's (they have some amazing homeware pieces for a supermarket), if fresh flowers aren't your thing then this type of faux flower vase is perfect to keep your room looking vibrant permanently. Peony's are definitely my favourite! RRP £8

5. oliver bonas floral doodle tumbler

Another brand that i am loving at the moment is Oliver Bonas, especially the cups, mugs and glasses. A simple cosy touch to your home is a spring inspired item of drinkware (which is great if you want to inject some spring into your home on a budget). During the cold weather we do tend to drink more hot drinks, which is why i am also obsessed with this hello gorgeous mug. Although this tumbler would work great as a tealight holder, instead of a cup to drink from. RRP £6 + £10

6. h&m home powder pink textured box

If you have read any of my homeware posts before then you will already know i love H&M for homeware and there is constantly always something i love in that section. For this spring collection so far there are a ton of different items from vases, to trinkets and plant pots in this textured porcelain finish in either a yellow or blush pink colour. Adding something such as this or a vase to your vanity or side table is another easy way to add a touch of cosy spring to your home. RRP £8.99

7. primark home led standing dome light

Finally this complete bargain, which you would never think is from Primark to me this looks more like an Oliver Bonas number and a great alternative to having a traditional lamp or set of fairy lights. When it gets dark in the evenings simply switching a lamp or some fairy lights on is a great way to make the room feel instantly cosy, just as it would if you lit a candle. RRP £6

Catch up on my previous post HERE...

xo.

eBAY MAKEUP STORAGE IDEAS UNDER £40

Hello everyone! When it comes down to having so much makeup/beauty products sometimes, is that you run out of storage and places to put things. Another issue is having things looking untidy because nothing is organised well, so extra storage pieces are always the best solution. Some storage pieces can be really heavy in price, but there are also a ton of different storage ideas that won't break the bank so much and the place for great in-expensive pieces is definitely eBay. With that in mind for today's post i thought i would share with you, some great makeup storage ideas from the site for under £40 each.

1. beauty blender drying/holder stand | £1.27 |

When i first saw these floating around online, i thought why does this beauty site have egg cup holders? Well i was wrong it is in fact a genius holder for storing and drying your beauty blenders, which come in various colours/metals to fit in with your decor preference. They are also super in-expensive!

2. makeup/jewellery box acrylic x3 drawers w/ dividers | £19.99 |

This particular set of drawers is by the brand beautify and they have a huge selection of makeup storage products for great prices and quality, they can be found on eBay and also tesco direct stocks the brand too. This 3 drawer set is perfect for smaller products, such as lip products, pencils etc and the pink drawer insert/dividers are also removable, but it does give you the option to use for makeup or jewellery.

3. lipstick holder storage case | £14.81 |

If you are a big lipstick fan, collector or hoarder like myself and more specifically MAC/bullet lipsticks then this is the perfect storage for you. This holder case comes with room for 24 lipsticks, keeping them compact, organised and on display. As this holder has a lid it is so much easier to keep clean/dust-free, unlike some holders where they are in the open. A great tip if you want to find a lipstick in a hurry, display lipsticks upside down with the names at the top!

4. bath + body works spring '18 candle | £24.49 |

I have spoken quite a few times in the past about how great used/empty candle jars make great brush/pencil storage holders, as they not only look great and decorative but they are also the perfect size especially the bath + body works ones. You don't have to be in the U.S to only pick these candles up, eBay has such a huge selection including new product launches like this spring '18 white barn candle.

5. mirrored effect decorative metal tray | £12.99 |

Another type of item i have spoken about a few times before and that is something that is perfect for different display/decorative storage ideas, especially beautiful looking products like your perfume collection. eBay is a great place to find more affordable alternatives to items you would find in-stores for a lot more.

6. six drawer acrylic makeup storage | £36.99 |

This is the storage of all storage and perfect for anyone who has a large amount of makeup, or if you simply want somewhere to store the products you use on a regular basis rather than being stored in a drawer somewhere. Some brands charge over £100 for something super similar, yet this one is under £40 from the brand beautify again for great quality and if not better than some of the more expensive brands!

7. blush pink professional storage case | £19.99 |

Something like this storage case (also by beautify) is great for so many different purposes, starting with being super compact and being designed to look nice on display. This is also great for travel, whether that be if you are a makeup artist or if you are off to a friends house to get ready for a night out.

8. large acrylic vanity makeup storage box | £21.99 |

Finally is another storage box/case, this time the ultimate storage box. The thing that makes this one different from the other is that it is not only larger in size, but it is also acrylic, easy to clean and see what product you are looking for before you open it. This comes with four different compartments and is lockable!

Catch up on my February must-buys post HERE...

xo.

EBAY DUPES FOR HIGH-END BRUSHES

Hello everyone! If you are a makeup addict or just a frequent makeup wearer, then you will know one of the key things to have is makeup brushes, just like a painter needs paint brushes to do their work. A lot of the time we tend to spend a fortune on brushes, because lets face it half of the time they aren't the cheapest of items. Now with the aid of eBay and Amazon, there are so many different high-end brushes that have been duped "look-a-likes" that are just as good as the real thing (with the exception of a few misses). With that in mind for today's post i thought i would share with you a selection of eBay dupes for high-end brushes/brush brands.

1. nars yachiyo kabuki brush £43 vs. 

eBay flat kabuki powder brush £1.64

I am all about a splurge from time to time but i have to be honest, i don't think i would ever spend £43 on a single makeup brush, a set yes maybe but not a single brush. With that in mind eBay have an identical dupe for famous NARS yachiyo brush and i bet there is barely any difference, plus you could go through around 25 of the eBay dupes for the price of one NARS brush.

2. tarte airbuki bamboo powder foundation brush £23 vs. 

eBay flat powder foundation bamboo brush £1.39

Literally how identical are the two of these brushes and so unique in their shapes, as it is a great really dense brush and perfect for blending all over face products (whether that be foundation or powder). This brush is also one of those dressing table piece items, especially if you are into mixing woods and metals together.

3. real techniques bold metals arches powder brush £22 vs.

eBay seven piece metals brush set £6.99

If you really don't justify spending £20+ on technically still a drugstore item/brush, then eBay or Amazon have you covered on that front as they have so many different metal brushes on offer, from single items to sets and talking of sets you can actually buy a few different sets for the price of one single brush. The eBay dupes are also still as weighty feeling as the real deal, which amazes me as the product is obviously a lot less costly.

4. tarte the slenderizer bamboo dual ended contour brush £27 vs.

eBay double sided bamboo contour brush £2.81

Another great unique/dual purpose brush that is identical to one from Tarte, this particular brush picks product up so well and is great for applying/blending out cream products, such as contour/concealer etc. The feel of the bristles are super soft yet sturdy and is super handy for travel.

5. anastasia beverly hills dual sided brow brush £14 vs.

eBay double ended brow brush £1.39

Who doesn't love a good dual ended brow/spoolie brow brush? I know i do, as they are super handy when going in with a brow pomade and you can brush through the brows by simply twisting the brush around. I am also extremely picky when it comes down to the angle/shape of a brow brush and this particular eBay brush is just as great of an angle/density as the ABH number 14.

6. nars ita kabuki brush £43 vs.

eBay flat kabuki contour brush £1.88
Finally we have another brush that i would never justify spending £43 on and it is another ever so famous brush from NARS, that i have actually tried the real deal out before and i wasn't that impressed if i am being completely honest. That being said my friend picked up an eBay dupe for under £2 and it became her favourite contour brush, so naturally i had to give it a try for myself and i actually ended up preferring it.

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