My Makeup Collection and Storage! Xxxx

Hiya everyone! So recently I have been really trying to tidy and build up my makeup collection, and I think I am proud of it! Here is how I store my makeup, hope you enjoy!

To the left is my Amazon Luxebelle makeup brushes in a heart mug. If you are interested in these brushes, I did a blog post on them which you can read here. Next to this is a plastic makeup container which holds my lipsticks, brushes and favourite perfume- Zara 'Candy'. In the lipstick holders, I have 3 MAC lipglosses, one MAC lipstick and 2 Primark lipsticks.

In the top drawer, I have my go-to nude lipsticks. My favourites are my MUA liquid lip stain in 'Tranquillity' and my Rimmel 'Apocalips' lip stain in 'Shooting Star'.

In the bottom, drawer, I have my bolder lipsticks. My favourites are my Ted Baker liquid lipstick and my MAC Dazzleglass in 'Love Alert'.

Starting from the right, I have my eyeshadow palettes. My favorites are my W7 Lightly Toasted palette and my Soap and Glory 'Lid Stuff' palette. Next to them I have my mascaras, of which my favourite is Benefit's Roller Lash. Above them I have my eyeliners, and my favorite is my Barry M Khol liner in White. To the left of them I have my concealers, my favorite one of them is the Benefit 'Oooh La Lift'(I'm not too sure if this counts a concealer but oh well!) And underneath them are my skin products, and my fave is the MAC Studio fix powder. These products are stored in a plastic divider box, which are really easy to get hold of!

Next to these are some blushes and benefit minis, I love the Bene Balm and Tint! And finally, above them are my bronzers and highlighters. My faves are my Collection 'Speedy Highlight' and my Revolution 'Ultra Bronze'.

(Incase you are wondering, this is the same drawer as the previous picture)

In the bottom right are some loose shadows. My favorite ones are my Maybelline Colour Tattoo in 'On and On Bronze' and the 915 shadow in 'Bronze'. Next to them are some more loose shadows by the brand 'Flutter Cosmetics'. I have every shade- they are so pigmented! On the left of them are all of my lip balms, my fave is the Maybelline Baby Lips in 'Pink Punch'. The rest of the drawer is just filled with nail polish and nail tools, My fave polishes are my Barry M Speedy nail paint and my Ted Baker Nail polish.

Thank you for reading my post, and make sure to check out all of links around my page! And also follow me if you are not already to become a member of our family! See you soon, Gracie xxx

Revision Tips! Xx

Hiya everyone! So I know that it is revision season at the moment, so I thought that I would reach out to everyone revising for exams (including me!) and provide you with some useful tips to help you! Here are some facts that I have discovered through experience...

1) Plan when you are going to revise

I cannot stress enough how important it is to set a time for when you are going to revise. If I just have a small amount of revision to do or the revision is not urgent, then I will set one piece per day. If I have to complete lots in one day, then I will start as early as I can so my brain can have a rest in the evening. The best way to do this is to get yourself a planner or journal; this can be used to create lists, record due dates, and plan your revision sessions.

2) Create the perfect studying environment

Before you start, create a calm working space so you can concentrate. Put any distractions out of sight, play some relaxing music and even light some fresh smelling candles. 

3) Find a study buddy

Revising can be fun! Get a friend, make some flashcards, and test each other on facts, dates, and numbers. They can help you if you are stuck, but also can make you better if you need to help the other person!

4) Colour code

If you are like me and have the need to always have the perfect presentation, then you will love this tip! Write key facts in another colour to make them stand out and stay in your head. You could also underline and label things in other colours to pretty up your notes!

5) Come back

My teacher once told me that from one lesson, you retain about 10% of the information that you are told. If you revisit that in 24 hours then you will retain about 20% of the information. Come back again in 48 hours and you now know 40% of the information. Keep doing this process through the week, and by the end, you should know about 90% of the information. I found this  really interesting!

Thank you for reading my post, and good luck to any of you that have exams coming up! Please follow my blog, and become part of the family! See you soon, Gracie xx

Current Fave Nail Polishes xxx

Hiya everyone! So I am going to talk to you about my current/Spring and Summer nail polishes. You may have seen this photo on my Instagram, but that is what inspired me to do this post! If you have not checked out my last few posts, then please do because I spend a lot of time on my posts for you all! Hope you enjoy!

Nude Shades:

*Academy Of Colour gift set polishes in Volume 2

*Primark Gel nail polish in 'Nude'

Bright shades:

*Barry M Speedy nail polish in 'Eat My Dust'

*Ted Baker nail polish (does not have a name but it is the bright scarlet one!)

Top coat:

*Primark Gel top coat

I love all of these polishes, they are all really opaque and last well when paired with the top coat!

I hope you enjoyed this shorter post, I have been writing rather long ones recently so I thought that I would vary it a bit! Please follow my blog and join our family! I really appreciate it. See you soon, Gracie xox

Updated Everyday Summer Makeup! xox

Hiya everyone! A while ago, I posted my 'Everyday Makeup Routine' but recently it has changed quite a bit. This is also a bit less makeup since it is the Summer, and it includes a more dewy finish. Here is what I use!

1) Primer

I use the Rimmel 'Lasting Finish' primer under my makeup to make it last all day. I really like this because it gives my skin a glowy finish  as well as keeping the makeup on my face.

2) Tinted Powder

I use the MAC Studio Fix powder in the shade NC20,which I love because it is formulated to cover imperfections whilst letting your skin breathe.

3) Contour

I use the Revolution 'Ultra Bronze' for my bronzer, and trust me if you get this you will not need a new one for a long time! It is huge! But it is just your standard matte bronzer to be honest.

4) Highlight

I use the Collection 'Speedy Highlight' and Oh My God it is the best highlight I have ever used! I is a cream, so it makes your skin look really dewy! The colour is really pearlescent and light-reflecting, so if you like a really bold highlight then you would love this!

5) Brows

I actually just use a Primark brow kit, and it is just the same as and other brow kit that you could get from Superdrug! I use the lighter powder and the wax afterward to set it.

6) CC Cream

I use this a concealer, because my skin does not really like concealer for some reason. I use this after I have done my brows to carve them out and make them more defined.

7) Eyeshadow

I don't put anything on my lids in summer, but I put a shimmery cream shade in my tear duct and on my brow bone.

8)Eyeliner

I use the Barry M kohl liner in white in my waterline to make my eyes pop.

9) Mascara

I use two mascaras- the KIKO Active+ Mascara and the Benefit Roller Lash. I love both of these mascaras, but I find that the Benefit one is a bit clumpy and makes my eyelashes a bit thick sometimes.

I also usually use a setting spray but I have run out at the moment and I haven't had the chance to get a new one.

Thank you for reading my post, and follow me to join our family! I hope you are having a great day, see you soon! Gracie x

A Guide to the Perfect Instagram!

Hiya everyone! As you may or may not know, I have an Instagram account which I love  to use to talk to you guys! So, I did some research, and I found out the kay facts to creating the perfect Instagram! Just as a disclaimer, Instagram is not the most important thing in the world, so get off social media and go outside and have fun! But after you read this, of course! Anyways, here is my guide!

*Download VSCO cam

This app allows you to create an infinite amount of beautiful filters to get that aesthetically-pleasing feed! After this, go to Pinterest and search up 'Instagram feed' for hundreds of pre-made filters for you to use!

*Organise your photos

If you are going to take a picture of your new makeup brush or lipstick, why not arrange a few of your favourite flowers or nail polishes around it? This way the photo doesn't look as bare and plain, and your feed will look more interesting.

*Get some internet buddies

Next time you get a new follower, send them a nice message. Having friends helps you to discover accounts that others like, and help you reach your follower goals. But be safe, don't give away any personal info!

*Don't pester or hate

The worst thing that you can do is hate on someone's post. Not only does it hurt the person who it is directed at, but other followers of the page might also see it and block you. Also, don't pester people to like your photos or follow you, because people will find it annoying.

*Best time to post

On a weekday, the best times to post that bomb selfie are 9am, 11-2pm, and 6;30 to 9pm. These are the times when most people take a break from what they are doing to check their feed.

*Have fun

Remember, Instagram is all about sharing your creativity, and it really doesn't matter how many followers you have or how many likes you got on your recent picture. Just have fun!

Thank you for reading, and in case you are wondering my Instagram username is @Graciepastelpink! Please follow my blog and join our family! See you soon, Gracie xx

5 Hair Hacks! xxxx

Hiya everyone! So I noticed that I have  never done a hacks post, so since I love a good hack I decided to let you know the five best hair hacks from Pinterest! Hope you enjoy!

*Coconut oil

If you have thin hair, steer clear of coconut oil since it will weigh your hair down.

*Dry shampoo

Dry shampoo can be useful if you want to get away with leaving your hair another day without washing it, but only if you use the right kind. Nothing is worse than walking around with grey roots, so next time you are in Boots or Superdrug, buy one for your specific hair type. Batiste is a great option. If you are still unhappy, apply your dry shampoo before bed so your hair has optimum time to absorb the product.

*Cleaning hairbrushes

Use the end of a rot-tooth comb (make sure to wash this after, too) to pull out strands of hair from your hairbrush. Doing this regularly will prevent bacteria buildup and make your brushes last longer.

*Voluminous hair

To create that slick, voluminous hair look, straighten and brush your hair whilst holding each strand above your head. Finish with hairspray.

*Straightening irons

When buying a straightening iron, you need to keep in mind which type you need to suit your hair. The shorter and thinner your hair, the smaller your iron needs to be. For instance, a girl with a pixie cut would only need a 1/2" (mini) iron, but a girl with long, thick hair would be better off with a 2" iron.

Thank you for reading my post, and I hope that you get something out of these hacks that help you! Please check out my links that are on my page, and follow me on Bloglovin! See you soon, Gracie xxx 

My Pandora Collection! xx

Hiya everyone! So today I bought a new Pandora ring, so I decided to show you my Pandora collection! I am not trying to brag or show off in any way, I just thought that these were really nice pictures!Here is my collection!

This is the bag that they come in, it is so cute!

These are the rings I have:

-Pink rose ring

-White enamel twists ring

-Shimmering leaves ring

I can't find this bracelet on the website, sorry! I got this a while ago so maybe it has been discontinued!

Thank you for reading my post, and please make sure to check out my links around the page. I (try to) post blog posts every Saturday and Sunday, so please keep your eyes out for all pf my posts. See you soon, Gracie xxx