Finally!!! She posts...

Hey Loves!!! Hope you are all well? I know I know I am the worst blogger known to man so not gonna try to make up any excuses as to why I've been MIA for weeks now. Anywhoo will resume regular blog schedule pretty soon but wanted to let u all know am still alive and remind u of what I look like just in case you've forgotten.

On a train heading to Portsmouth for a friends wedding tomorrow, its been very stressful getting everything together so kinda excited now. Hopefully everything will go according to plan. 

Talk later

xoxo

Tales

Hey Loves...hope you are all well and enjoying the weekend?

I've been MIA for a while now so wanted to do a quick post to let you know am still alive and kicking like a new born baby. Will definitely get back to regular updates/ posts.
Did you notice my blog name change to "beautymaid"? What do u think? not quite sure I love it...oh well can always change it again.lol

You can keep up with me on Instagram where I post daily looks, all the food I shouldn't be eating and more...below are samples of what i get up to with my camera.

So if you on instagram, lets follow each other and get to know each other better.

Please let me know what you think of my new blog name.....

Follow me: bloglovin / Twitter / Tumblr / Instagram

Barbie and Ken Gets Married - Nigerian Style

Hi lovelies, hope you all had a great weekend? 

I came across a blog post by Obi Nwokedi(photography by Obi)on black Barbie and Ken's Nigerian wedding and absolutely loved every bit of it. He did such a great job telling the story of Barbie and Ken's perfect traditional wedding, his attention to detail is absolutely amazing and I know I'll be a very bad friend if I didn't share this with you beauties...

here are a few of the frames, click here to see the full gallery

Isn't this incredible? Hope you enjoyed his story? 

I hope this becomes a series...

xoxo

Beny 

All Time Fav: Sleek MakeUp's "Sahara" Blush

I go through phases with everything I own, one minute they are hot and next I don't even remember they exist but this blush right here *in my best Tamar Braxton voice* is my all time absolute favourite. I can wear this blush with any look for any occasion.

Sahara is a mid-tone orangey-brown matte blush with flecks of shimmer (does that make sense). It gives a warm glow with a natural finish - like I have nothing on.

As you can see, mine has seen better days; I've had this for over a year now and I haven't even hit pan and that's because It comes with a whooping 8g of product and retails for £4.49 (definitely wasn't that much when I got mine...blame recession).

I think this is definitely a must have esp for women of colour..try it and let me know what you think.

xoxo

Beny

Blog Awards and a lil' Chit Chat

Hey beauties!!! Hope you are all well and looking forward to the weekend as much as I am. Just got home from work and I am mad tired but very determined to do a post and catch up with u beauties on what's been going on over the past week or so. 


Two weeks ago, I received my first ever blog award (yayyy meeee) - the one lovely blog award - from the lovely Madiha (makeupjunkie)

 and while i was still celebrating this feat she gave me another one - the liebster blog award - not knowing what "liebster" meant i asked my friend "Google" who said it means beloved or dearest..awwww thank you so much gurl. I really really appreciate it. 

So the liebster blog award came with some rules: 

1. You must link back to the person who gave the award to you (as a small thanks). 

2. Post eleven things about yourself (the version I was given says this, I know some of the other versions don't. It's fun, play along!

3. Answer the questions the person giving you the award has set for you.

4. Create 11 questions for the people to answer that you have given the award to.

5. Choose people to give the award to and link them in your post.

6. Go to their blog and tell them.

7. You can't give the award back to the blogger who gave it to you!

Here we go....

11 Things

Before I begin, I'll like to apologise for my list not being 11. really hate talking about myself in any situation so i know this will be very hard for me...

1. born in Nigeria, Anambra babe (Igbo kwe nu)
2. full first name is Binyelum (there's a prize if you can pronounce it correctly lol)
3. I cry when I laugh...I've been told I laugh very loud as well hahaha (PS:I don't laugh at everything - it has to be funny)
4. don't see the point of hot drinks at all..probably cos they burn my tongue always lol
5. don't have pets
6. i have an addictive personality - if i like something i am hooked 
7. i love big hair, big rings, big earrings....
8. I love ratchet TV shows...

ermmmmm can't think of anything else....

Madiha's Questions

1.What age did you start wearing make up?

I'll say 14/15....

2.Do you have any fears/ phobias?

Heights. I don't do heights. I go to Alton Towers (theme park) to hold other people's bags while they go on rides. SAD i know lol

3.Most embarrasing moments?

can't think of any. sorry

4.Favourite  food that you can eat forever?

Rice and Stew. It's a Nigerian thing looool

5. What is your favourite shade of lipstick to wear?

Red, Red and more Red. LOVE it

6. Which country would you most like to visit and why?

I have so many places I'll love to visit but will most like to visit Nigeria. Haven't been since we left.  

7. What is your favourite make up brand and why?

I don't really have a favourite. I use any brand as long as its good quality and affordable. 

8. If you watch youtube make up tutorials, who are your top 3 gurus?

GossMakeupartist, Pixiwoo and beautybyjj.

9.What is your favourite type of footwear?

Flats or wedges, am all about comfort.

10.Who named you?

hmmm don't really understand this question but my mama named me lool

11. Who are your top 5 new bloggers?

http://twofashiongeeks.blogspot.co.uk/

 http://journeyofstyle.blogspot.co.uk/

 http://www.cosmeticpassion.com/

 http://zoobaydah.blogspot.co.uk/ 

http://epiphanniea.blogspot.co.uk/ - OK she's not new at all. I just love her blog.

My Questions:

1. What's your favourite food?
2. What's your favourite makeup item you can't go without?
3. What is the most expensive and least expensive make up item you own?
4. How will describe your fashion style?
5. when did u start blogging and why?
6. describe your blog in three words?
7. How will your best friend describe you in three words?
8. If you are a lipstick, what shade would you like to be and why?
9. Flat shoes or heels?
10. Who are your top 5 favourite bloggers?
11. Your favourite Youtuber (makeup/fashion)?

I'll like to pass the one lovely blog award on to the following beauties:

http://epiphanniea.blogspot.co.uk

http://www.meek-n-mild.com

http://www.jadore-fashion.com/

http://journeyofstyle.blogspot.co.uk/

http://www.daintydollymix.com/

http://www.thirdworldprofashional.com/

The liebster blog award - This award is given to up-and-coming blogs that you enjoy with 200 or less followers so I'll like to pass it on to:

http://twofashiongeeks.blogspot.co.uk/

 http://journeyofstyle.blogspot.co.uk/

http://melaniemakeuplover.blogspot.co.uk/

 http://zoobaydah.blogspot.co.uk/ 

Phewww, this has to be my longest post yet. If you made it to this point THANK YOU for sticking with me lol

PS: if anyone knows how i can attach these award icon to my sidebar please let me know as i have no clue lol. 

xoxo

Beny 

| Review | Real Techniques Core Collection and Expert Face Brush

Hey beauties!!! Hope you are all having a nice chilled Sunday?

Am sure you've all heard of the Real Technique brushes...if you haven't click here for more info. So after reading many many great reviews, I decided to get some and add to my growing brush collection. To start my Real Techniques love, I got the Core Collection and the Expert Face brushes. 

The Core Collection is a set of four brushes ideal for applying your base to achieve a flawless HD finish. It also comes with a brush roll which can be turned into a brush stand and notes/ideas on how to use each brush on the back packaging. The brushes in this set include: a detailer brush, a pointed foundation brush, a buffing brush and a contour brush. 

These brushes are extremely soft, dense and feels amazing on the skin, it doesn't scratch or irritate my skin as some brushes do and blends the makeup seamlessly to give a skin-like finish. These brushes are perfectly shaped for easy product placement. My favourite from this set has to be the buffing brush which is great to use for liquid and cream products and gives me an air brushed finish. They haven't shed yet (I've only washed them twice) and cleans easily. The black bristles doesn't bleed or stain the white tips unlike some of the other brushes I own and oh yeah they don't leave hairs on my face which is a massive plus.  

The expert face brush is a newer release and not featured in any collection. It is perfect for applying liquid or cream products and it's oval/dome shaped design with soft bristles allows you to move the brush seamlessly around the contours of your face for an even finish. I really love this brush and will be getting another as a back up.

The Real Techniques brushes can be found at Boots but I purchased mine from lovemakeup. The core collection retails for £21.99 while the expert face brush retails for £9.99.

I think these are a must have in every makeup lovers brush collection and I hope you beauties agree with me...next stop The Starter Set. 

♥

Beny