The Red Lippy Project

Rimmel Kate Moss #22, Sleek Stiletto, Rimmel Kate Moss 01 or the classic like MAC Ruby Woo a bit of red lippie is an instant face perk. There is just something about a red lip that gives my face a bit extra oomph. No matter what age or stage of life you are, a red lipstick has a place in your heart. 

Now the red lipstick is moving onto even greater things. Along with  Cervical Screening Awareness Week June 8th - 14th. The Red Lippy Project is raising awareness about the importance of cervical screening (yes/really/that) and getting those most at risk to attend screenings by wearing our red lipsticks and sharing the  pictures. 

Cervical Cancer Facts

Cervical cancer is the third most common malignancy to affect women, with over half a million cases occurring worldwide each year. It is the most common cancer in women under 35 years of age.

Cervical screening uses a test called Liquid Based Cytology which most people know as the ‘smear test’. A small instrument called a speculum is inserted into the vagina and a sample of cells from the cervix is taken with a small brush. These cells are sent to a laboratory to be tested for abnormalities. This test takes just a few minutes. 

Cervical screening reduces the risk of developing cervical cancer.

75% of cervical cancers in women in their 50s and 60s,
60% of cervical cancers in women in their 40s
45% of cervical cancers in women in their 30s.
Since the introduction of cervical screening in the 1980s, rates of cervical cancer have almost halved

The Red Lippy Project is being supported by Topshop who have created a special ‘Red Lippy Lippy’ especially in honour of the campaign.

To support the campaign take a selfie and upload to your favourite social networking sites using the hashtag #redlippyproject and #makeamark to get involved and do your bit. Also check out https://redlippyproject.squarespace.com to find out how else you can get involved.

Most important my lovelies, please get screened.

Magazine Freebies June 2013

I love a freebie, the only thing which can make a freebie better is if the item is FULL sized. My lovelies it has been a while since I posted a good magazine freebie post. Not to worry this month newsstands are chock-a-block with magazines offering freebies. These are some great items  to add to your makeup bag or nail polish collection.

Marie Claire is currently offering a Ciate mini nail polish and caviar kit.

Instyle is currently offering a  50ml Neal's Yard Remedies Daily Moisturiser worth £12.00.  According to the Neal's Yard website they've blended "antioxidant-rich acai, bilberry and goji berry with moisturising hyaluronic acid in this lightweight, easily absorbed lotion, for beautifully nourished, radiant, healthy-looking skin."

Elle is currently offering a 58ml tube of Rodial Brazilian Tan freebie in a choice of three shades - clear, dark and light. 

Company is offering a free makeup bag, in 3 designs.

Glamour is on a double whammy not only is it on offer at £1 instead of £2 (usual price) they are currently offering a full sized product from Model Co. There are 5 products to choose from, yes FIVE with a combined value of £78!!!!! ----->  two lip glosses, mascara, lipliner and eyeliner.

Cosmopolitan is offering a free paid of sunglasses with 3 styles to choose from

Red Magazine is currently offering  a  15ml Elemis Pro-Radiance Illuminating Flash Balm

Harper's Bazaar is currently offering a free Leighton Denny Colour & Go Manicure Pen in 6 colours. (yup six colours) I think this is DEFINITELY the freebie of the month. £6 x £11 = £66, 6 x£4.20 = £25.20, that is a SAVING of  £40. 80. 

Tatler is also offering a free pair of shades, in 3 colours to choose from

There is nothing wrong with balling on a budget, my lovelies.

xx

Summer Summer Summer time Mango Haul

Just a few tops that I bought to wear now that the sun is fighting to come out. I have enough White and Navy blue vest tops.  I needed some colour in my life. These vest tops are great with jeans, shorts,  & chinos. They can also be used for layering under blazers and cardigans. 

Yellow, Coral, Red and Cobalt

Yellow 

Coral 

Red

Cobalt

Happy shopping my lovelies. 

xx

Instyle, Red, Glamour, Marie Claire July 2012 Magazine freebies

Grab the July 2012 Edition of Marie Claire magazine (£3.70) and get a free Ciate nail polish worth £9. There are three shades to choose from Bon Bon, Jelly bean and Purple Sherbet.

• Purple Sherbet is a pastel purple shade

• Bon Bon is a greige shade (mixture of grey and beige, very work appropriate)

The July 2012 Edition of Glamour Magazine (£2) is also offering some great freebies in this mag in the form of three travel sized products. Benefit that Gal primer, Benefit Porefessional primer and a travel sized version of the Benefit Bad gal lash mascara are all up for grabs. **Please note that this is in conjunction with the Glamour Women of the Year Awards so there are 3 different covers on the magazine.**

The only fashion monthly that you can shop from Instyle Magazine (£3.80) has teamed up with The Body Shop to offer some fabulous freebies as well the July 2012 Edition. Choose from either two full sized (yes you heard me FULL SIZED) eyeliners in a French Navy & Black, or a full sized Big and Curvy mascara. 

Not to be left in the dust Red magazine July 2012 Edition is back at it again this time they have collaborated with Jemma Kidd Makeup School and they are offering full sized products as well. The items to choose from are a black eyeliner or a black mascara. 

Elle magazine July 2012 Edition which features the scrumptious and delectable David Beckham on the cover I offering a limited edition vest from English fashion house REISS. Colours to choose from include White, Grey, a mint Green and Coral. I am personally not a fan of freebie clothing, but its from REISS so I can see how others may be tempted. The Coral is hands down the best one, just saying. 

There you have it a good stash, I must say if anyone is indulgent enough to purchase everything listed. 


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