How to make yourself feel GREAT!!

 

 Hey Everyone!

 

Here is a little post on my tips on how to make yourself  feel great!

 

Sometimes we all get stuck in a bit of a routine/rut which can eventually get a little bit boring!!We all want to grow as people and in order to do that we need to make changes from time to time, no matter how small they are it can have a big impact on how we feel about ourselves and in turn how we make others around us feel!! So I hope you enjoy reading this post and gather some inspiration from it!! :)

 

 

                                            

 

The best feeling and the biggest gift you can give someone is love, plus its free! Bonus!!!

 

No matter how hard your day has been or how rubbish you feel just remember to spread love wherever you go. It may be something as simple as smiling at a stranger but guaranteed that smile will be remembered and if they smile back it will make you feel good and happy and if they don't, well they're just plain bloody miserable! hahahha!!!

 

Try to fall in love everyday- whether it be with your partner, your surroundings, your job, your family, but most importantly don't forget to love yourself!!!! Loving yourself, obviously without turning into an obnoxious person haha is vital! If you love yourself, respect yourself and know your own self worth you will become more open to receive other peoples love which in turn will make you feel absolutely amazing!!! :) Also if someone has made you feel loved, don't hesitate to tell them so, that could cheer them up and mean more to them than you realise!

 

 

                                             

 

Find something you absolutely love doing!!

 

There is nothing in this world that is going to give you a greater feeling on a daily basis than having that something that excites you! I haven't done a blog post for ages but just writing this I instantly feel good,  not because it's a post on feeling good lol, but because I really enjoy it! It is almost the equivalent of having a little scrapbook or diary and it takes me to a happy place knowing that you guys are reading this and it could potentially help someone!! It's almost like therapy...just kidding!!

 

Seriously though if you do something that you are passionate about doing and enjoy doing it then who knows where it could lead! That's what I got told by someone who I really value and love and it has stuck in my head ever since!!  For example, you could be really into fashion and love creating things- you never know, you could end up seeing people wearing one of your designs one day etc, who knows!! Even if a new door doesn't open up what have you lost, errr....Nothing!! You enjoyed doing it in the first place and will most likely continue to do so, so who cares!!! You still have that one thing which when you do it you feel great regardless if anything comes from it so I urge you to keep going! :)

 

 

                                             

 

Head to the makeup counters!!

 

I love going to all the different makeup counters that are in my closest shopping centre! Looking around at all the bright lights and pretty colours is enough to lift any mood and make you feel happy and good inside!! It may not work with everyone but it definately does me!!

 

You don't even have to spend money if you don't want, although I always end up buying one little thing...otherwise its a wasted trip right?!!haha! Thats my excuse and I'm sticking to it!! Haha!

Don't spend too much money though as that's not going to help you feel good, but definately a little treat won't hurt lol!! If your really strapped for cash, you can always go and get a free makeover with some expert advice!! You will walk out with a new look and new knowledge, which hopefully you will be loving and feeling like your worth a million dollars, and..wait for it.... you wont have spent a thing!! How perfect is that!! :)

 

 

                                                

 

Oh My Gosh!!! Just looking at this picture instantly makes me feel warm, happy and relaxed!! haha!!

 

ahhhhhhhhh how pretty I literally can't stop looking at it!! I feel a new screensaver coming on!!hahah! Basically anything pink and pretty gets me excited lol but the main reason for this is to illistrate how you could de clutter your space and free up your mind at the same time!! It sounds ridiculous but it's true! You may not even realise it but having a clean or tidy up and replacing mess with cute things, e.g candles and twiddly bits will make you feel a whole lot better!!

 

Anyone who knows me knows I'm not the most tidest girl in the world but even I have my limits and it does get to a point eventually where it gets too much,  I can feel it stressing me out and in turn it spreads to other aspects of my life and affects my way of thinking in the negative sense, even the silliest things that wouldn't get to me usually start playing on my mind! Once it's done, you can literally breathe air again and feel like a complete marvel haha! Go get a boost by looking at your new haven in which you have created!!

 

 

                                                         

 

Looking at this I feel really positive immediately! :)

 

It makes me want to save so I can go and have a nice holiday with that someone special! The point is-believe that you can succeed in acheiving your dreams, whatever they may be! It may not be easy but the thought of having a goal is exciting, surely! It basically represents something to look forward to! We all need something to strive and aim for. It's challenge time ;)!!

 

For me it is the thought of saving up enough in order to do something i'v always wanted to do!  Everyone has those things that seem pretty impossible, it may even go as far as and actually begin to feel like an obstacle, but turn your mind frame around and think positive and really go for it!! You will feel geat because there is now a purpose for something, a something which may not have even existed before! It will stir a passion in you if you want it bad enough! So whatever it is hold on to the thought of it, embrace it and make it happen!! :)

 

                                                                  

 

Exercise- This word actually makes me feel tired to a certain extent haha!

 

Once you start doing  more exercise, gradually it will make you feel so full of life! All negativity washes away and you feel really good about yourself! It gets the endorphins pumping round the body which gives you that feel good factor! It is the one thing which not only changes your body but it changes your mood and your attitude! Everything has more clarity and you may start to feel stronger about things which, before may have felt beyond bad!! I always try and tell myself that nothing is too bad to get past!!

 

Everyone knows exercise and healthy eating is good but what people may not realise is it can be fun also! You could go for walks, runs, swims, make yummy smoothies, do dance classes with friends, your other half, your siblings or even new people, whom you have met along the way which is a good way to lift your spirits and improve your social calendar!! Plus you will get a more toned body as a result so that will make you feel even better! Whats not to love about that!! ;)

 

 

So these are a few things which help me to feel great and things that I aim for and, if I'm honest I am still working on to enhance the way I live, look and feel everyday! I hope if your reading this you will take something from it, even if it's just a bit of hope or encouragement and create a happier version of what is there already- you!! What have you got to lose honestly?! You could stay the same, yes but you tried and that's what it's about! Never give up! Keep trying! Believe in yourself and make yourself sparkle and shine brighter than before!!!

 

Please feel fee to let me know what worked for you or if you actually liked this post etc!!

 

email: malimossmakeup@outlook.com

twitter: @mali_moss

 

Mali

 

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These are a few of my favourite things!! :)

 

Hi Everyone!!!

Well I hope everyone is loving the sun being out!! I know i am....do you notice people smiling more and looking happier!?! This is actually one of my favourite things and i havent even started the post yet! haha!I just realised its one of them though!lol!

So as im in such a great mood i thought i would write a post of things that im loving to the point of obsession!!!! Hope you enjoy and it inspires you to enjoy the little things that make you excited aand happy!! :)

This is in no particular order by the way!lol! ;)

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This is my favourite cleanser in the whole world! Its NO7 beautiful skin, cleansing lotion £9.50. It is such a lovely product to use and you feel instantly refreshed. The bottle itself is pretty stylish and looks good stood anywhere! as well. There are no fussy tops, it is simple to use. Just twist and pump!!! That sounds so funky hahaha! It is for dry skin so is very hydrating. It has a lovely lightweight formula which just soaks nicely into the skin and is enriched with rosehip oil which nourishes the skin. A few pumps spread over the face then rinsed off leaves your skin feeling soft, smooth and supple!!


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Now, this is a fantastic product! I cant even explain how much i love this!! Its by Soap and Glory around £8. I love soap and glory products because they have such cool names and they really do what they say on the tin!! This is what i call 'Sleep in a pot'!! Im not kidding even if you have had the night from hell this will make you look like you have just woken up from 100 years sleep! Trust me it works!! I have been having trouble sleeping lately and this stuff is a miricle! Everyone always says 'wow you look so well' even though i dont feel it so theres the proof it works!! I couldnt live without it now! It is brilliant!! 


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I am completely in love with the 'bollywood' look! I think its so glam but beautiful. As i am asian i have the dark hair and eyes which is the typical trait but I have seen this sort of dramatic make up on all skintones and it looks just as good. I think it just ooozes sexiness. I love it because it is a very neutral flawless chisled look on the face but you showcase and enhance the brows and the eyes to the extreme. I just love it! I have recreated this look myself and i absolutely love it! Its just so fancy and pretty. I will do a post on my take of this look!! So watch this space!!!!!


4.

This new trend of stacking rings using normal rings as well as the 'midi' rings you can get looks really cutesy and cool!! It helps if you have good manicure to set the look off perfectly but i really like this idea and look!! Everyone who knows me will know i love my bling. So this probably wont surprise! They do some really nice midi rings and iv been seeing them everywhere. I think it kind of links in with the bollywood look as they love all thir gold jewellery! haha, maybe this is the inspiration behind it hahahah! Prob not but i have now linked it so boom!!!!! As you can see this is a girly look but it would suit if you were more hippy or rocky as fits that style as well! I love it! There are a lot of nice midi ring sets in places like H+M and newlook. They arent that expensive either. The ones iv seen are under a fiver which is all very well as iv lost a few as theyve slipped off! haha!!


5.

These are my new obsession!!! I am totally in love with all these colours! Pastel jeans are amazing!! They are so cute and pretty for spring/summer! You can wear with a t-shirt/ vest top/jumper! They are so versatile and can be dressed up or down but add that pop of colour still!! My LOVE of all things pink has been put on the backburner a bit though as i love all the other colours too!!haha! I think they look good on everyone! They are fun and just liven up the normal denim jean.  I was surprised at how soft some of the materials used are. They are super comfy and i love love love them!!! Go out and try a few on and you will be amazed at how happy you feel...lol! Could just be me though!!!haha! :) They look good on both men and woman too!!! Whats your favourite colour?!!


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Yes its a selfie and im not saying im one of my favourite things haha even though dong selfies is a favourite past time of mine haha but this is my favourite look for summer!! The pink pout and the bronzer! Now i use any candyfloss colour as it gives a soft look so i think this is a good look for this time of year! I use a dark bronzer under my cheekbones to contour and then a lighter shade of bronzer to add a highlight but all in all gives a bronzed look! I still use lashes and mascara in the heat but this is optional! I do however swap from a black eyeliner to a brown one to make it more natural. So theres a little tip haha! Swap black for brown to soften the look. Also go down the bridge of the nose with a shimmer highlighter to slim down the nose!! OOhh double tip!!!hahaha!!

So these are a few of my latest favourite things! We have make up/products, clothes,jewellery and a couple of looks!! So this is my latest post! I hope you enjoyed reading it!
Let me know what you would like to see next!!!

Email me: malimossmakeup@outlook.com
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Have fun with your existing favourite things or any new favourites you may come across! haha!

Mali xxxxxxxxxx

LOVE YOUR LASHES!!

 

Hi Everyone!!

So this is a post on my all time favourite beauty thing in life!! FALSE lashes!! In the above picture I, of course have my lashes on! They are ARDELL lashes and I have the Demi wispies on. I prefer to wear mascara as well as i like the full on bold look but it is optional. My favourites are the invisiBands (as shown below, they are around £5.49 in superdrug) my opinion is they look better on the lash line and are easier to fit  to your eye shape better with a more natural feel unlike the ones with the thick band.



If you have read my previous blog posts you will know I am absolutely 100% obsessed and cannot live without these beauties!!! So any lash companies reading this, feel free to send me some, haha!!

I live in my lashes and sleep in them, that's either silliness right there or pure dedication!! I havent decided which yet so I'm going with a mixture of both for now!!haha! Obv you don't have to wear them all the time,they are good for wearing occassionally if you have a special occassion or a night out to go to. They add instant glamour and make the eye look impressive!! Buy a pair, have fun and play around! There are all different ones and these days they are everywhere!

I use Revlon precision lash glue in black as it comes with the little brush which you can just paint on the band direct. Instead of being going into why i like it so blimin much check out the earlier post/review i did!!! Its the most amazing glue I have come across and is definately a regular purchase of mine! This costs around £5.99 but is well worth the price.



The different types of lashes!

1, The ones I wear (as above) strip lashes! So many choices, i actually love the look of all of these!!



2. Individual lashes


These are brilliant for building the look you want. You can put as many on as you like to acheive the desired affect. They come in small,medium and long. The multi packs have a few of each in them in order for you to add definition to the eye or if you like all one length they can be purchased in these 3 lengths. All you do is use a pair of tweezers to pick them out the packet, dip the knot/end in some glue and apply on to of the lashes as close to the lash line you can get. They are fiddly but can be made as natural or as thick as you wish. These are around £4 and can be picked up anywhere.

3. Eyelash extensions



Although you can buy these yourself, i personally do not advise applying them. You would need to find a trained eyelash technician. The application is literally one hair on one lash using 2 pairs on tweezers, one to separate the lashes to isolate just one hair and the other to adhere the extension to it.
With these the benefit is they last 4-6 weeks depending on where the lash is in its cycle at the time of application but like nails you can have in fills when you start noticing they are looking sparse. I have done these  in the past on many clients and everyone loves them as they do look like you naturally have long lucious lashes and the difference to the eye is crazy. You can swim, sauna and shower in these and they will not budge if applied properly so are perfect for when you go on holiday and you dont want to wear mascara but can still look great pool or beach side!! To get a full set you are looking at between £40-90 depending on location and salon etc.

I, of course have had to try all of these and to be honest they are all as good as eachother in different ways. I now just stick to the strip ones as i have got so used to them and the look they provide! We are all different and have different preferences and views so find the type that suits you and you will never look back!! They are addictive!!!


The celebrity who I would say has the most gorgeous lashes has got to be (for me) Kim Kardashian! According to reports she has eyelash extensions applied regularly to maintain the sultry eye look she always seems to have going on in pics!!



I have to admit I have worn false lashes for years now and my own lashes have taken a beating as i haven't always taken care when removing them! I tend to just rip them off instead of getting the lash adhesive remover!!

A little tip though which seems to work and take them off easily without tearing all your lashes out is soaking a cotton ball in olive oil and gently pressing it on the eye for a few seconds until the lash band becomes loose. It also moisturises you eyelids at the same time- double bubble!!!!



On the very rare occassion i take my lashes off, in order to nourish my natural ones i will apply some vaseline from the roots to the tips to them. It seems to accelerate growth as well. So that's my cheap version of a lash treatment! haha! You can buy a lash serum with all different vitamins and oils in them which yes, do work but they can be pricey. I just stick to my little tub of vaseline! I have one for lips, one for the face and body as it can add a little dewey shine to cheekbones and to sort dry patches out, and one for my lashes as its not very hygenic to use one pot for all these uses!! So there you go!

As always let me know what you think or if you have any suggestions for future posts etc!


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p.s Check out my published article on Permenant makeup http://www.cosmetictattoo.org/article/get-your-pout-out.html


Get flashing those lashes!!!!

Mali xxx
 

DIY STYLE!!-Beauty treatments at home!

Hi Everyone!!

I thought i would do a little post on the little treatments you can do at home to get skin flawless! Going to the salon/spa is expensive and lets face it we don't all have the time or the money! You can just do simple things using things you probably already have at home or can grab easily on the cheap which for me work just as well!!


Steaming



You really dont need to go out and buy a beauty steamer!All you need is a bowl of freshly boiled water from the kettle!! Put your head over the bowl and put the towel over your head-its that simple and it is the best way to thouroughly deep clean your pores!! It is optional to add things to the water. For oily skin you could use a drop of tea tree oil or a squeeze of lemon juice, For sensitive skin a chammomile tea bag and for normal skin any essential oil you fancy e.g rose. To help aid sleep lavender oil would be a good one to use. Due to the hot temperature this will open the pores and drag all the impurities including traces of make up, dust and toxins etc from the skin leaving you with fresh clean skin hence preventing blemishes.


Lip Scrub

                       

 

I love this as i suffer from chapped lips and its the most unattractive look ever!! Picking your skin off your lips also is painful as when you only mean to take a bit off you end up ripping off more than you bargained for lol! ouchy!!This is great and so simple and you can make different flavours! Go to LUSH and get some inspiration for flavours even though everytime i walk in one of those shops i come out with a banging headache as the scents are so strong and powerful!haha! LUSH do lip scrubs but why buy one when you can make your own with stuff you most likely have shoved in the cupboard! Then once you have put it in a cute pot you just take a smidge and rub all over your lips and watch all the dead skincells fall off!! Then when you have soft plush lips just add your favourite lippie!!

Just mix 1tbsp Honey, 1tbsp sugar and 1tbsp olive oil togther. Then add any sort of flavourings! I like mint, vanilla or coconut! But whatever you like! Lemon, lime,strawberry,coffee, chocolate etc!!Try it, its amazing!!


Honey mask benefits



Ohh Honeeey!!! Honey has so many properties to help different skintypes:

Acne prone- Honey is naturally antibacterial so is great for acne prevention
Anti ageing- Contains antioxidants therefore slowing down the ageing processs
Dull skin- Great to create a glow as is a natural moisturizer and skin reviver
Pores- Honey clarifies pores and opens them up making them easier to unclog

Mask: 1 tbsp honey, 1tbsp oats, 1 egg

Mix these 3 together and hey presto you have a mask which you can just slap on, leave until dried and then rinse off with warm water. Plus will cover 4 skin problems in one hit!! BOOM!!



Dark under eye circles redeemer




Potatoes are great for lightening dark under eye circles due to a enzyme in them. This enzyme is used in some cosmetics because of its lightening purposes. The starch seems to even out any redness which you may get from broken capillaries which are under the skin. These mainly are more prominent on the eyelids as the skin on the eye is a very thin layer. Never drag the skin under tthe eye or be too heavy handed as this could cause more wrinkles. Use your ring finger to apply maake up to this area as that has the lightest touch.

Eye cure: Grate a potato and squeeze any excess water out, then grate some cucumber and do the same. Mash up and apply to the eye area. Not only does the potatoe do its magic the cucumber will refresh, cool and soothe the eye to awaken the look of tired peepers!!


Bath time detox



Green tea has some incredible health benefits when you drink it. But bathing in it really lifts your spirits! Also it draws out any harmful toxins and will heal any open sores or wounds which you may have on your body. It contains vitamin and antioxidants that will soothe, replenish and help your body fight illnesses. It also contains anti inflammatory properties too so can reduce pain in the neck and back where the muscles can get tight and in knots from the daily strain of life! I know this from sitting at a computer all the time e.g right now lol!! So next time you bath lob a few green tea bags in and see if you feel any different!! P.s THE WATER LOOKS HORRIBLE before you even get in lol but it just means the good stuff has been released into the water!!



Well, these are just a few of my favourite things to do at home with the stuff i usually have floating around my house! I could find a beauty thing to do with almost anything i reckon!!lol! I hope you have enjoyed reading it and i hope this inspires you to make your own home remedies with whatever you have!

Email me with anything you come up with or if you have tried any of these and liked them!!
Also i need some ideas for any other posts you want me to do!

Email:malimossmakeup@outlook.com


Happy Home Beauty treatments!!

Mali

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New Post.....EEK such a long time since my last one!!

IM BACK!!!

Hi Everyone!!

Sooooo its been such a long time since i last did a blog! I have moved house and just been really busy! I went through a stage of having no internet...again!! Yawn!! haha! Really settled now so thats a good thing, i can get back into blogging!! I have had some really nice emails saying people have missed reading my posts and when is my next one going to be etc so thankyoub and im sorry it has taken me so long!!

I basically am putting these pics up as i have worked hard to shift a few pounds!! In fact i have lost over a stone....so im dead pleased and proud of myself and wanted to share with you! The only problem will be keeping it off!! hmmmmmm!!! We shall see!! The below pic was taken last summer! I think i had a few too many trips to the beer gardens, frappes and ice creams hahaha! Im not moaning at all as i do like this picture but i feel better now having lost a bit!!! Its all about feeling comfortable in your own skin. Thats the real key to being beautifuland feeling it! ! All a woman has to do is wear a smile and that is her best accessory!!..CHEESY but TRUE!!!


Me Summer 2013



Me now Feb 2013

You may all be thinking pffft whats she on about lol! I have always been a bubbly confident person and not really cared too much if i put on a bit of weight or whatever but believe it or not i have even more of energy and confidence now!  i used to feel really tired and not want to do much but i feel great now!!If i want a cake though trust me i will have a cake!!!haha!!! I think for me it has been about portion size! I have just halved my portions. Plus i have tried to limit myself to 800- 1000 kcals a day, but only to start with until i saw the results i wanted!! I also took golden Linseeds, which you soak a couple of teaspoons worth in water day and night and then drink. Its not nice at first but you get used to it! Plus the usual things, drinking lots of water and eating fruit and veg!! I would say i have been excercising loads but i havent apart fom the odd phases i go through where i do a few squats,lunges and situps for about 3/4 days but thats about it! hahaa! So if anyone wants to email me any tips or things that have worked for them then that would be awesome!!

I am going to do some make up blogs on new favourite things of mine and how to acheive different looks etc!! This was just a little non make-up related post to just say what iv been doing so sorry if it bored the pants off you!!!

Its getting late and but i thought i would just type a mini blog out!! Ease myself back in gently!!lol!!

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Huge hugs!!

Mali xx

Gelly nails!!

Hi everyone!


Well i just want to do a post on the most amazing nail varnish i have come across! When you go to a salon dont your nails look smooth and perfect and then when you get home you cant get that same effect at all, instead what you get is more nail polish around your fingers then a thin coating on your nail!!hahaha i find it funny as its so familiar!! I have quite a steady hand and even i manage to get the corners of my finger!!Below is a little tip!!

Tip- do your nails and dont worry about the excess nail polish until after! if your like me you cant resist and you end up getting the nail polish remover out, putting it on a cotton pad and trying to wipe around little knowing that actually you have transferred fluff onto the other painted nails!!!lol! well if you can hold off it saves alot of frustration. Just carry on and paint your nails as you would, blobs and all! when you are done wait for them to dry completely!! Then go and do the washing up!!! sound mad?!! well for some reason the washing up suds seems to get rid of it all thats on your skin!!! Ok-dont do the washing up neccessarily but run some water with some washing up liquid in swill your hands around in it, not only are your hands soft but all the excess polish will have gone!!! RESULT!!

Anyway back to what im talking about!! This nail polish i have found is called by Barry M and its a range called gelly nails-Hi shine! It's around £3.99 a bottle and its ace!! It also comes in some fantastic fancy  fruity colours! I am currently wearing one called 'prickly pear'!! its a lavender colour and its gorgeous for summer!! It glides on perfect and gives a high quality gel look!! its awesommeee!!!


This is the colour i am wearing! Its lovely! Look at the shine and how smooth its glided on!

Get your Gelly on girls!!!!

Mali x

revlon precision dark-the best, why?

My new revlon precision dark!

Right! this is the best thing i have come across lately! As many of you peeps that read my blog know i ALWAYS wear lashes, false of course! Why? because i have like 3 eyelashes on each eye!!haha! Well i was shopping in town and i realised the cheap eyelash glue i bought, well it didnt quite hold like i thought it would and my lash almost blew off in the wind! Now some people may find this funny but i was worrying so i nipped into my local superdrug and i bought 'Precision dark' lash adhesive! Phew!! that saved a lot of embarrassment BUT i also stumbled across the best glue i have used!! WHY? Well it is dark so literally doesnt give you white glue lines! it blends with your mascara! Bonus!! Also i have found it holds onto the lashline super well! massive result! I had to write about this because i am sooo amazed by it! If you havent got it- GET IT NOW!!!!!! It's £5 something! Also i love it as it isnt a tube which you get blobs galore and end up coating the whole thing, leaving you with spikey stuck together lashes! You just paint it on with a little brush so is perfect for on the go! I actually re did mine in the shop so thats how easy it is to use! In and out in 2 minutes as it dries so quick as well!! It is as simple as applying a lipgloss, not that you would put this on your lips! So all in all a very successful day out!

A very happy and excited!

Mali xxx