Summer Senses-Summer Blogger Challenge, Week 6

Hello Ladies!

So it`s week 6 of The Summer Blogger Challenge set by Amy . This week is "Summer Senses"

This could be interpreted in any way. The way I am taking this up is using "senses" as my inspiration.  Summer for me is the end of May, June, July and August. 

So what do I feel is my "Summer Senses"....

Flowers:

There are two flowers that make summer for me, and remind me of when I was little picking them and my mum having them in the house.  The flowers are Lilacs and Honeysuckles. The smell of them both are so different but smell so good. They are a wild flower usually, but can be hard to find, depending on the what way the summer goes, especially in Ireland.

*images from Pintrest*

Colours:

When summer comes in I love Neon, Bright colours, whether on the nails or with a lippy. Bright/Neon Pink, Orange and Yellow are my favourites. They really get me in the mood for Summer and the weather. You can make them stand out or pair them down. 

*images from Pintrest and Google search*

Scents:

This one is quite a random one! There are 3 scents that make summer for me! One is citrus smells like oranges. I love whether is body lotions or candles. Orange scents are so summery for me. Another scent is quiet similar to each other. Freshly cut grass! You know summer has landed and the weather has picked up when you see people out in the gardens planting and cutting their grass. Another is odd, but being from the country in Ireland and brought up around a farm environment the smell of cut HAY is another summer scent for me.  It reminds me when I was little rolling and jumping in the rows of hay before they where made into bales. So it brings back alot of memories. 

*images from Pintrest*

Allergies:

This one is not fun for me! I suffer with Hayfever because I have asthma! As much as I love grass cut and hay cut, it does not effect me. I get bad headaches or sneeze a hell of a lot. Do any of you have hayfever?

*image from google search*

Me and my Boyfriend:

Me and my boyfriend John are going to be 7 years together this August, so the end of Summer for me is our anniversary.  I`m not gunna get mushy here! Wont do that to ye, but it is a summer sense if that makes sense to you. Its my feeling of the end of the summer.

*image from Pintrest*

I hope you enjoyed this post. It was a little bit random, but I suppose it let you get to know me more. 

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Till Next Time!

Natalie xx

Summer Scents

Hello Girls!

Since the weather has gotten warmer and sunnier, one thing bar makeup that I love and gets me in the mood for that day is a SUMMER SCENT!

If it smells floral, light and girly, I need it!

Here are my TOP 3 Summer Scents..

1. Soap & Glory , Mist You Madly.

Everyone knows the Soap and Glory scents, this is one of their trademark scents. A sweet flirty scent.. An easy spray bottle to pop in your bag, I love this, when out with the girls, or after the beach, great after a shower or to freshen up. I love it. :)

2. Victoria Beckham, Intimately Beckham. 

A beautiful floral perfume, that is light but has depth. Stays on the skin for hours and leaves a gorgeous lingering scent. Great first date perfume or one for that special night out. A real girly scent. 

3. Giorgio Armani, Armani Code

Being truthful, I love this all year around. Its that sexy scent and so womanly. I wear this at night and for special occasions. Its has a honey, vanilla, ginger scent, very luxurious. I truly love it!! 

So tell me what are your favourite summer scents, i would love to try some new recommendations.:)

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See you Tuesday for a Blogger Challenge! Week 4!

Natalie x

Summer Bucket List - Week 3, Summer Blogger Challenge.

Hello Ladies,

Another week, another challenge, set by Amy . This week its out "Summer Bucket List".
This can be interpreted in so many different ways, so instead of keeping it very Beauty/Makeup related, it will vary!

I have so many things I want or want to do and a Bucket list is something that will keep you focused and to work hard towards it. 

Natalie Keane MUA SUMMER BUCKET LIST!!

1. Get healthy, fitter and lose weight! - This is a goal of mine since last year, but I have let everyday life take over completing this goal. I am still a long way from where I need to be, but I aim to be healthier and fitter than before the summer.

2. Expand my services- As a newly qualified makeup artist, work is hard to find on an everyday baisis, so I want to do a tanning and nail course, just to have as an extra. 

3. Build a client list- Again makeup related but important for me to have. 

4. Visit 2 new places in Ireland- I hate flying and money has stopped us going away this year, so I want to go to 2 places in Ireland I have never been and experience new food and environments. 

5. Create a Portfolio- I want a portfolio to show skills that I have and show how I progress. 

6. Be more outgoing- Not letting everyday worries effect me and live life!

7. Invest in new makeup and brushes- I want to get some new products to add to my kit.

8. A house- I want to have my own space with my boyfriend and call is home!

9. Get a dog- I really , REALLY, want a Bernese mountain dog! They are like a big teddy!

10. Experiment with my style- I want to try a new hairstyle and mix up my clothes, find new things I would never try!

11. Cook more!- I love to cook, but I keep it safe. I want to try new recipes and learn how to cook for 1 and cook for 10. Also want to learn some family recipes and have a good knowledge of foods.

12. Know more- I want to absorb and learn new things. I have a passion in makeup and beauty but also an interest in art, mental health and nutrition and fitness. So to learn more about these things, would be great. 

I hope my bucket list did not bore you! They are quiet personal and things I want to do THIS SUMMER! I have a LIFE bucket list and if you want a sneak peak at that, please let me know.

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Until Thursday Ladies!

Natalie xx

Summer Bag Essentials

Hello Ladies,

I was asked on Twitter to take part in a Summer Blogger Challenge, by Amy Goldfish . 

This weeks challenge is Summer Bag Essentials.

Since it`s now June, its the perfect start to the challenge, beach bags, suitcases are being packed. Unlikely for Ireland to have a HOT summer, but you never know. And incase we do, heres what I will have in my Summer bag. 


SPF:
At any time the year its important to wear an SPF. Bur especially when the sun is out, as the UVA/UVB rays are harmful to your skin. There are so many on the market these days, but make sure it is high enough. If you cannot get one you like, a primer/tinted moisturiser/foundation you choose should have an SPF, just dont layer Spf as it will cancel each other out. 
A great, an cheap SPF is from non other than ALDI. Lacura Anti Aging Sun Cream is just €4.99 and comes on SPF 30 & 50. Is fragrance free is soaks right into the skin. You can wear this alone or under makeup. 

Aldi Lacura Anti Aging Cream €4.99

BB Cream:

Instead of a heavy foundation sliding down your face in the heat and if you find a tinted moisturiser is to light, try something inbetween like a BB Cream. I really love it through the humid, warm weather. It sits well and covers them discolorations and blemishes. My favourite is Maybellines Dream Fresh BB Cream. Price is about €11.99 and lasts a long time.

Maybelline Dream Fresh BB Cream €11.99

Lip Balm:

Sometimes we forget our lips, unless they are chapped in the winter. The weather can still effect your lips, even in the summer. And because it is one the thinest parts your face, its important to protect it. So a Lip Balm that norishes and has an spf is important. You can get them anywhere and in any flavour. One that is great is Nivea Kiss of Protection SPF 30, Price is about €3.

Water:

Water is supper important to stay hydrated in hot weather. Having it to drink and keep drinking it during the days is needed to keep your skin in great shape. 

Your choice on what brand of water you choose to drink. 

 

Accessories:

Incase of a event emergancy, its good to have a couple of accessories in your Summer Bag. What I would put in is hair ties and clips- if you go for a dip in the sea and dont want to destroy your mane then you will need these. Deodrant- to keep fresh in the hot weather. Sunglasses- to protect them eyes and make a fashion statment, I love aviators myself. Lastly your favourite statment necklace or earrings to bring day to night!

These are my Summer Bag Essentials and will be in my bag, as soon as Irish weather gets warmer! 

I hope you like this post. If you want to see more Summer Bag Essentials, then search #summerbloggerchallenge. 

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Natalie Keane

Your Summer Holiday Makeup Bag Essentials.....

Hey Ladies,




So you have your holiday planned this year? (lucky duck!) Are you like what will I bring, will I need this, will I need that? Well heres my Summer Holiday Essentials that may help you. 

For the DAY TIME.....

I would recommend a SPF (the highest you can get) so that your skin is protected from them UV Rays. A BB Cream or Tinted Moisturiser which will give you some coverage, esp if you feel like you have some blemishes to cover. Concealer is great for them red areas, or if you have good skin a little bit of that on areas you need it and thats it! A Lipbalm to keep your lip protected and moist. Waterproof mascara, is great to just perk up your eyes and to make you look more awake. 
Less is More in the Day, you dont want to plaster yourself in makeup as it will melt, a soft beachy look is way better. 
Iwould also recommend a spray of discharged water, this is great on the beach if you feel like you skin is drying out, a spritz and you have hydrated skin again, very refreshing in the heat. 


For the NIGHT TIME.....

At night we dont need a SPF, so a Primer is a good one to have in you makeup bag so that your makeup stays on your face for the night in the heat. As for foundation, something like MAC Face and body which is light and glowy or keep to the tinted moisturiser and bb cream. You can add the concealer to add more coverage. A Setting spray to go over the top so that it lasts longer, especially if you go clubbing. I then would have a loose powder as it is jet milled and fine so wont cake up. I would then have a brow product like a pencil or powder or gel. I then would chose your 3 most worn colours etc browns in matte and shimmers and one bright colour, just for fun.:) A liner and waterproof mascara . A bronzer to add a little colour and contour and highlight to give that glow. I would then have one nude and one bright lippy, weather its a lipstick, gloss or stain. Colours on holidays are great to experiment with. 

I would also add them makeup brushes to this list! :) 

I really hope this helped you if you are packing and are struggling on what to take.

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Till Sunday

Natalie xx