Hi everyone it's Little Painted Lady with my Beauty Interview for this week and recently I have become absolutely make-up obsessed lately, I can spend hours watching make-up tutorials on Youtube, ohh and thats when I should be asleep might I add lol, I follow a huge number of  MUA's religiousy but  when I came across a little gem like this lady on Instagram then it felt like Christmas had come early.
​I have never seen talent like it in my entire life!! , I can promise you guys that this little beauty is going to become huge in the make-up industry, without any shadow of doubt.
 I couldn't pass up the opportunity to get to know Caoimhe a bit better so I set up a little interview with her,  she was sooo sweet and kindly agree. I will add our wee interview below for you all to read, as-well as a few pictures of her work, I really struggled to choose which ones to add as they are all so gorgeous! And of course I didn't want to add all of her work to spoil it for you all, so you guys will have to go check this wee beauty out for yourselves.

1. Firstly for those that don't know you yet ,What's your name ,where are you from, and what age are you? 
My name is Caoimhe Kelly , I'm from Northern Ireland and I am 16 years old!

2.What age did you first take an interest in make-up and why?
 I have always had a keen interest in art as a child. My mum would always give me her almost empty make-up bottles and packaging and I would constantly be trying them out. I was just so mesmerised by the different colours. In my early teens I started to get terrible acne so I would always be researching new ways to cover my skin up.  I believe with that then came the recognition that make-up was amazing.
                       
3. Where did you learn to do makeup?   
YouTube tutorials and Trail and error! Practice makes perfect.  

4. If you could only use 3 makeup products for the rest of your days , what would they be and why? 
Recently I've been obsessed with the Anastasia shadow couture palette. It's honestly just the most perfect palette I've used. Second would most probably be the Anastasia dipbrow pomade. My eyebrows have evolved seriously ever since I've bought it! And lastly it would have to be loreal true match foundation. I honestly use it on almost all my clients and they're obsessed with the finish it gives! 

5.Did you find it hard when first starting out on social media to try gathering followers/likes etc?
 I found it really hard at the beginning. I realised that you need to engage with your followers. It was a real learning curve at the start. I practiced constantly trying to get the right picture and finding the perfect technique. 
6.Which social media sites are you on? 
 I'm on Instagram- http://instagram.com/cakefacecaoimhe ,
Twitter -http://twitter.com/cakefacecaoimhe
 Facebook -http://facebook.com/cakefacecaoimhe 
youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjTPxYTTNM8oLiBATPbT2EA 
7.Which MUA inspires you the most with their work and who would you love to do a collaboration with ? 
I've so many! http://instagram.com/ssssamanthaa Samantha from Batalash would definitely have to be on the top of my list. I'm also obsessed with nikkietutorialshttp://instagram.com/nikkietutorials I've learned so much from her over the years! 
8. For anyone that is looking to work as a makeup artist and is only starting out what advice would you give them  that you wish someone had of gave to you.? 
I'd say to be prepared for hate and jealousy. I've gotten so many negative comments that really took a blow to my confidence at the start but I've learned to realise that the ratio of negative to positive comments are not even comparable. Make-up artistry can be a very jealous industry.

9 . Which makeup look is your all time "go to" look and which products do you use to achieve it?. Pink Champagne eyeshadow by ABH is amazing with warm toned eyeshadow and YSL number 10 lipstick! 
10.  Where do you hope to be 10 years from now? 
I hope to be possibly working in film make-up and special effects type make-up. I also just hope to be happy and be able to say I'm pleased with what I've done so far in my life.
11.Would you ever consider running a makeup  master class in the near future? 
I would absolutely love to do makeup classes! I'm quite an introverted person so It would be a bit of a challenge. 
12. If you could advise people reading this of 3 people to follow on social media who would they be, and why ? 
I would have to say @batalash , @nikkietutorials and @littlepaintedlady(if you haven't already!) 

I hope you all loved getting to know Caoimhe as much as I did , I know we will be seeing loads more of her in the future, but for now my lovlies its loves, hugs and kisses from Little Painted Me xxx ooo

Hi It's Lynn with my Beauty Blog and Enjoy a taste of the Orient by adding a few subtle items to your beauty routine this week. 

Get a hint of a flush with B. Vibrant Lip & Cheek Colour in 'Orient 153'. This easy to use chubby twist-up pencil is an absolute must-have for anyone looking to inject a pop of colour into their routine.

 

Have a good hair day every day, thanks to Batiste Oriental dry shampoo, perfect to use between washes. A quick burst revitalises hair and removes any excess grease; hair feels gorgeously clean and fresh with added body and texture.

Give eyes a hint of sparkle Maybelline Master Kajal in 'Oriental Gold'. Master the art of seductive eyes, with this saturated colour pigment stick is infused with luxurious oils, ideal for inner eye use.

And nail the look with Revlon Top Speed Fast Dry Nail Enamel in 'Orient Express 525', a fast drying polish that gives brilliant colour in one-coat.

So I hope you enjoyed those Beauty tips I will have more next week in my Beauty Blog 
 

 

Hey it's Lynn with this week's Beauty Blog and this week it's all about Orange products for to make you look and feel good. 
It may rhyme with nothing, but orange goes with many occasions and a pop of its citrusy colour can make a look go from ok to wahey!

Go tropical and nail your look with a coat or two of Mavala Mini Colour Nail Polish in 'Waikiki Orange', on hands or toenails.



Make your shower a glorious one, courtesy of Boss Orange Woman Shower Gel, a warm passionate, Oriental woody fragrance that combines the uniquely liberating notes of crispy apple and white florals with a vanilla and sandalwood heart. They fuse to create a warm, inviting and free-spirited scent, that you can wear with passion. This is a fragrance full of happiness.

To enjoy a good hair day, experiment with Bleach Super Cool colours in 'Washed Out Orange'. This is a non-permanent hair colour that fades out in 2-10 washes depending on colour intensity. It's recommended for use on bleached or light blonde hair. Simply put on some rubber gloves, apply to shampooed, towel dried hair, massaging in to ensure you coder all the hair evenly. Leave on for 15 minutes. Then rinse out with lukewarm water, don't shampoo.

 

And to ease away the stresses of the day, there's Tisserand Orange Roller Ball, a stunning 100% natural perfume roller ball that harnessing the aromas of some of the most rare & beautiful flowers in the world.

Themed Thursday – Red ahead

Red: the colour of love, of danger and of passion. Add some red to your beauty routine and see the sparks fly.

Clinique Redness Solutions Corrector camouflages redness whilst immediatelly neutralising the look of inflammation and eliminates red, flushed, irritated skin. This unique stick concealer colour corrects and soothes reactive skin on contact. Natural minerals and anti-inflammatory ingredients are combined with state of the art technology to neutralize redness and help skin resist future flare ups. Suitable for all skin types.

Or try bareMinerals Redness Remedy; reduce facial redness on contact and over time with this incredibly effective soothing treatment. Powered by our ActiveSoil Complex, it also instantly minimizes the appearance of broken capillaries and brightens skin for a healthy-looking more even-toned complexion. Appropriate for all skin types. Includes antibacterial-treated Soothing Compress Brush. This reduces facial redness on contact and over time, instantly minimises the appearance of broken capillaries and brightens skin.

To nail the look, use a slick Orly Nail Polish in 'Red Carpet', an affordable on-trend red for day to dusk.

And to smell amazing, spritz liberally with Hugo Red Eau de Toilette, a contemporary blend of diverse ingredients, full of cold and hot tension. It is built around two contrasting accords: the ‘Solid Chill’ accord that combines grapefruit in the top with rhubarb in the heart note and the ‘Liquid Heat’ accord which is characterized by cedarwood and hot amber.

 

 

 

Themed Thursday – Lovely lilac

Stay scented all day with Gucci Guilty shower gel. With this, Gucci takes as a catalyst its iconic entwined Gs and brings us a heroine who regards this emblem as an incitement to subvert.

An Oriental Floral fragrance, this features top notes of mandarin and pink pepper, a heart of peach, lilac and geranium and a base featuring amber notes, patchouli, lilac and geranium.

Nail the look with Orly Colour Blast Lilac Gloss Glitter, a densely loaded fine particle glitter polish with hues of light purple and gold. This high impact polish is a must for a feminine look with added sparkle. Featuring the Gripper Cap for ease of use and expert application.

Or try Nails Inc. 'Lowndes Square' nail polish, a dusky grey lilac shade. This is an understated, chic shade guaranteed to impress.

And finally, perfect your look thanks to Max Factor Colour Corrector Sticks, in a range of shades including lilac. These unique stick concealers allow you to target specific problem areas with precision to achieve an all over even skin tone and get the perfect base for a flawless foundation look.

The lilac stick counteracts sallow and yellow areas, banishing dullness. Use the stick to precisely target the area you'd like to correct. Gently blend on your skin and repeat action if needed. Then simply apply your foundation or CC Cream on top for a flawless look.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Themed Thursday – The gentle touch

 

Sometimes we all need to be looked after, cosseted and treated gently. There is also a great choice of beauty products that are designed to treat your skin with care too. So treat yourself to a little gentleness.

For a fresh face, go for new formula Clean & Clear Truly Gentle Wipes from Johnson & Johnson. These effectively and gently remove impurities and make-up, even waterproof mascara, and give clean, soft, nourished skin in one easy step.

Or pick Garnier Clean And Fresh Ultra Gentle Make Up Remover, containing a fresh formula with the same pH level as your tears, that respects the delicate eye contour area and enriched with cornflower extract to remove eye make-up effectively whilst soothing the skin.

Wake yourself up with Freshskin by Elemis Peachy Perfect Gentle Face Wash, a gentle daily face wash that is bursting with zingy lemon, hydrating chicory and soothing chamomile to leave skin looking healthier, brighter and peachy perfect.

For a natural way to refine and polish the skin without stripping its protective barrier while moisturising and nourishing for a healthy glow, as you purify the mind, body, soul and senses, you need Australian BushFlower Gentle Exfoliating Cream; a profound cleansing organic formulation to gently exfoliate dirt, make-up and dead skin cells to promote a more radiant complexion.


And for clean hair without any tears, choose Jason Kids Only Extra Gentle shampoo, for children of all ages. Today’s polluted environment and water can be harsh on young children’s hair and skin. This is specifically formulated with extra-mild botanical surfactants to cleanse gently, thoroughly and in total comfort. Certified organic extracts of Chamomile and Marigold help calm and soothe, and it's mild enough for daily use. 

 

Themed Thursday – Pineapple express

This Week in my weekly beauty blog I take a look at Pineapple Express. 
For a fresh and zingy day, add some pineapple perfection to your beauty routine.

Get sudsy in the shower, thanks to Original Source Shower Gel Pineapple & Coconut Oil, an all in one mosturising shower gel packed with 100% natural fragrance and mosturising oils to refresh and nourish the skin.

For a fresh face, try Lancôme Exfoliance Clarte Fresh Exfoliating Clarifying Gel for Normal to Combination Skin, a caring product that gently sloughs off dull skin layers and removes impurities, leaving the skin feeling clean, smooth and toned for a radiant complexion.

Surround yourself in scent with the Wax Lyrical Timeless Reed Diffuser in 'Exotic Escape', which sees pineapple, coconut and passion fruit blended together in a tempting fragrance that transports the imagination to a deserted beach; a favourite holiday or tropical daydream.

 

For the man in your life, there's BOSS BOTTLED. UNLIMITED, a delicate but exciting fragrance that contains carefully selected and uncompromising ingredients to create a fresh and modern take on a classic masculine scent. With invigorating freshness, enduring energy and aromatic masculinity it provides a motivational boost. Inspired by vibrant green notes, the scent has been created with a striking blend of aromas; the top notes are Mint, Iced Violet Leaves and Grapefruit, with a heart of Pineapple, Rose, Cinnamon and a Cistus, Sandalwood and Musk base.

And for fresh skin, you need More than Mortal body scrub from Lush.

This is a fresh pineapple and kaolin scrub with ground almonds and walnut shells to gently exfoliate the skin. Antibacterial grapefruit oil will tone and brighten, whilst pineapple is full of enzymes to zap away dirt and dead skin, leaving you looking bright and refreshed. Simply massage into the skin, get scrubbin’ and rinse off with warm water to leave nothing but silky smooth, radiant skin.


By Lynn Gilmour