My Top 5 of 2013

I thought that it was better late than never to introduce you to my top 5 products of 2013. They're the most reached for products in my stocks and have been in constant use since I purchased them.

Denman Paddle Brush

My hair is long, very long, and I am currently resisting chopping it off until my 22nd birthday. Brushing my hair is a laborious task, but the Denman Paddle Brush just seems to help remove any knots without me having to tug at my hair.

Origins GinZing Energy-Boosting Moisturizer

For two years I had been on the hunt for a lightweight moisturiser that nourished my skin without adding any extra sheen. Origins Ginzing moisturiser not only answered my prayers, but the panax ginseng and caffeine formula awakens my skin. 

Revlon ColorBurst Lip Butter in Pink Truffle

I have never been through a lip product as quick as I have with this. After just 2 months of using Pink Truffle I purchased my second bullet and I have a third for safe measures. It’s a 'my lips but better shade' - nude pink perfection.

Rimmel Salon Pro by Kate Nail Polish in Soul Session

This has been my most worn nail shade of 2013 and I've already reached for it this year to paint my toes. It’s a gorgeous neutral with a slight pink tone. It's easy to wear and manages to complement any outfit.

Diptyque Figuier

I had heard the raves for a while, but I was yet to make up my mind on the matter. Last year all changed in my home fragrances once I purchased Figuier and there has been no looking back, it's been purchased time and time again. It's the sole cause for my obsession with fig scents.

Maybelline's Brow Drama

When Maybelline Brow Drama Sculpting Mascara was first released I was a little scared to try it. I imagined that my eyebrows would be left looking crispy, but I was wrong. It’s now a staple in my stash and ever since I've used this mascara I've barely picked up anything else for my brow maintenance. I have the shade Dark Brown as it complements my dark Asian hair.

So what about the finish? As the name suggests, it adds a little drama. My eyebrows are left looking natural, with a slight tint but nothing too obvious. The best bit is that when I use this my eyebrows aren't left feeling wet, hard or looking crispy.

One quick swipe on each brow and I’m ready to head out the door. At £4.99 I can’t see myself using much else on my caterpillars for a while.

Shop My Stash #1

I've often seen the 'Shop My Stash' videos pop up on YouTube and I thought that with January being the month of saving, it seemed appropriate to dive deep into my stash for those forgotten gems.

With December being the month of palettes I've often neglected Urban Decays Naked Palette and I just don't understand why. But, I'll make an effort to start using it again as it houses my favourite matte combination; Naked and Buck.

Rimmel Scandaleyes Shadow Stick in Bulletproof Beige throughout summer I couldn't stop singing Rimmel’s praises to my family and friends. The Shadow Sticks managed stay put whilst the rest of my makeup dripped off in the heat. I didn't only use this on my eyes, but I found that it doubled up as a highlighter.  

Dior Addict Lip Glow when I purchased this I was all over it. The clear balm offered my lips a natural just bitten look, but throughout the winter it was put aside for bolder lip offerings.  

Will you be shopping your stash?