By Hannah Powling Burberry have released a limited edition make-up collection for the festive season. This collection consists of a gorgeous rich, glossy red lip and nail colour, which are complemented by illuminating golden eye colours and … [Read more...]
HOW TO: Apply A Dark Lipstick & Liner
By Hannah Powling Beauty and the Dirt were obsessing over these gorgeous Dark Berry Lipstick shades yesterday - so I put a quick demo together on how I like to apply a deeper shade of lippie; and get a sharp and perfect shape each time. For … [Read more...]
BareMinerals Makeup Artist Answers our Q’s..
By Hannah Powling Searching for makeup brushes can be a tricky task - there are so many to choose from that all carry out unique and individual application processes, and give different results depending on which product you use them with. The … [Read more...]
THE BEST BEAUTY ADVENT CALENDARS 2015
By Hannah Powling Advent calendars have massively upped their game. I'll admit, I do enjoy that non-guilty bite of chocolate through December (you're allowed because it's Christmas). But - imagine the delight of what was once a little piece of … [Read more...]
KIEHL’S NEW Pollution Solution Masques
By Hannah Powling Kiehl's have created two brand new facial masques, with one described as the 'instant facial', and we all want in on this. The new special formulas offer a 'pollution solution' to help treat and defend your skin against the … [Read more...]
PAT MCGRATH Launches Gold 001 Pigment
By Hannah Powling Forget 007 - it's all about 001. As we know, International Makeup Artist Pat McGrath likes a bit of gold. We saw her golden girls at Prada's Spring 2016 show in Milan last month where models wore a glistening shade of gold on … [Read more...]
MAKE UP SPOTLIGHT: INIKA Cosmetics
By Hannah Powling I recently had the pleasure of meeting Gia Mills, Organic makeup brand Inika's ambassador and celebrity makeup artist to chat all things beauty and in particular - she introduced me to the innovative brand. I am … [Read more...]
HOW TO: Easy Halloween Nail Designs
By Hannah Powling Halloween is fast approaching, it's just one more weekend away now! So what are you doing with your nails? They are the finishing touch to completely nail your whole look this year (excuse the pun); so here are some ideas for … [Read more...]
Eylure NEW Halloween Lashes
By Hannah Powling Eylure have added two new sets of lashes to their seasonal range by the names of Carnival and Catface for the spooky holiday this year. And naturally, I had to try them out. The Catface lashes are extremely fluffy and thick, … [Read more...]
IN CINEMAS NOW: The Program
Champion. Hero. Legend. Cheat. The Program is based on a true story. It tells the true events of the fleeting rise and fall of one of the most celebrated and controversial men in recent history, Lance Armstrong. The film is adapted from sports … [Read more...]
Kiehls & Tinie Tempah Unite
By Hannah Powling Skincare brand Kiehl's and MTV Staying Alive Foundation have partnered for 2015 to help raise awareness and funds towards fighting HIV/AIDS. Kiehl's have a long-standing heritage of working to fight the HIV/AIDS … [Read more...]
HOW TO: Galaxy Inspired Sky Nail Design
By Hannah Powling Galaxy sky nails...quite ideal for a halloween-inspired nail look for the season to try out. I promise this isn't as hard to do as it looks! It's a simple, clever way of making it look like you've spent hours on your nails without … [Read more...]
MAKE YOUR OWN: Natural Face Masks
By Hannah Powling Following on from our article on all things pumpkin and why it's such a hero product - there are beauty secrets all around us in our foods. Nature works in brilliant ways, so get some good use from the foods in your kitchen … [Read more...]
HOW TO: INDIVIDUAL LASHES
By Hannah Powling At the Beauty and the Dirt headquarters - we have our lovely Debbie, who has been through chemotherapy treatment earlier this year - and we want to make sure she carries on feeling beautiful on the outside as much as the person … [Read more...]
MAC x GUO PEI Collection OUT TODAY
By Hannah Powling Calling all M.A.C Cosmetics fans and avid collectors... This is not one to miss. Oh, you can always count on M.A.C for their ingenious collaborations.. And if you haven't laid eyes on this already, prepare to be exited for this … [Read more...]
BEAUTY SPOTLIGHT: Merumaya Beauty Oil
By Hannah Powling This one is a real all-rounder. The Merumaya Everything Everywhere Beauty Oil is a multi-funtional oil that you can literally use... everywhere. This special formula is specifically made to benefit all areas of the … [Read more...]
BEAUTY SPOTLIGHT: Elizabeth Arden Ceramide Cleansing Oil
By Hannah Powling According to Elizabeth Arden, one of the secrets to looking youthful is found in ceramides, which are naturally occurring lipids produced by your skin. These little molecules play an important role in helping hold your skin cells … [Read more...]
BEAUTY SPOTLIGHT: On-Trend Lipsticks
By Hannah Powling Fashion Week has our minds engrossed on the makeup trends arriving, and one particular being the natural makeup with the bold red/oxblood lips featured by designers Jason Wu, Topshop Unique, Oscar De La Renta and … [Read more...]
SPOTLIGHT: Elizabeth Arden Green Tea Honey Cream
By Hannah Powling So this was a bit of a funny story.. I actually got given this as a present from my lovely mother, and it was one of those gifts you save for a special moment; as I do love a bit of Elizabeth Arden, so I savored it. So a … [Read more...]
MAC’s MILEY CYRUS VIVA GLAM II
By Hannah Powling M∙A∙C VIVA GLAM MILEY CYRUS II The Bangerz star returns as the M∙A∙C Viva Glam Campaign's spokesperson - with her latest addition; Miley Cyrus Viva Glam II. Just when you thought you had enough red lipsticks - well, here is … [Read more...]
GYMTOTE BAGS: Carry Your Kit In Style
By Hannah Powling Ladies, does your gym bag look like this? - Ours certainly doesn't and we want in on this! GymTote have created these one of a kind, gorgeous luxury compartmentalised gym bags that can separate your kit away from your … [Read more...]
MAKE UP SPOTLIGHT: Benefit Air Patrol
By Hannah Powling Benefit have introduced their new innovative product to their range today; Air Patrol BB Cream Eyelid Primer. It is a clever little product offering more than one function, making it a neat addition to your makeup bag. And the … [Read more...]
BEYONCE’S BIRTHDAY LIPSPIRATION
By Hannah Powling Well as today is Beyonce's 34th Birthday, we wanted to do a little Bey-inspired beauty post, naturally. With her last mammoth world tour now complete, Beyoncé has since appeared on the cover of Vogue, and is one of the most … [Read more...]
REVIEW & VIDEO: Becca The One Perfecting Brush
By Hannah Powling I've heard a lot about the BECCA Cosmetics 'The One Perfecting Brush'. I've seen Instagrammers raving about it's special size and shape, and it is meant to make contouring as simple as anything, so I definitely had … [Read more...]