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I have always been a lover of Urban Decay products. With their super high quality, and sleek packaging, there's no wonder as to why the world went crazy for their eyeshadow primers and palettes. I'd been lusting over their Perversion collection for some time, but hadn't had the chance to pop in and try this. So, you could imagine my excitement when I had won an Urban Decay gift bag from Vicki's Beauty some months ago. Included in this was Urban Decay's new Perversion Mascara*. 

Said to be bigger, blacker and badder than ever, this mascara promises thicker, longer and blacker lashes. Although the name could appear a little risque, it really does live up to all expectations and more. With a super creamy, triple black pigment, fragrance free formula, and a large full bristle brush this has rapidly became my go-to mascara. The formula makes application really easy, but it does have quite a wet consistency, so just be mindful of how much product is on the brush and definitely don't sneeze for a while after applying. 

I was really impressed with the instant volume and length this mascara gives; and after it's dried, it doesn't smudge or crumble like some mascaras can. In terms of strength, this has some holding power, as it lasted an extra long shift in an office. But with that, comes the removal which can be a tad of a chore. So long as you have a good make-up remover, then you won't have anything to worry about. If not, you may need to remove excess mascara a couple of times - but I promise you, it's worth it!

Urban Decay also recommends using their Subversion Lash Primer before applying this mascara, for longer lasting results. But, seeing the performance of this mascara on it's own, I really don't know how it could get any better than this. But of course, I wouldn't knock it until I've tried it, and I do love a good lash primer.  

The Perversion Mascara retails at £19.00 which is quite mid-market in terms of cost. But if you fancy trying it first, they also do a smaller travel-size version for only £8.50 here. 



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Thanks to the creators at GHD, my hair has been having a 'good hair day' ever since they created their first styler over 15 years ago. Since then, they've changed the hair game completely, by creating a range of hair care products and styling tools that have saved every woman from uncontrollable frizzy hair. If you haven't heard of, or tried the Platinum styler, then let me tell you why these stylers are the best thing to happen to your hair - and it's not just because they have a gorgeous shimmery-copper finish to them. 


The Platinum stylers were designed to help reduce damage, as the plates have tri-zone heat technology which basically means that heat can equally travel throughout the plates which helps reduce damage to your hair, while keeping your hair looking shiny and healthy.

Usually, the temperature on GHD stylers ranges between 175 and 185. But the Platinum stylers stay at a steady heat of 185 degrees, and have even glossier plates which help make your hair easier to style and keeps your hair sleek and smooth. Unlike other GHD stylers, the Platinum styler has an extraordinary lightweight wishbone hinge that gives you complete control and flexibility when styling, and prevents your hair from getting caught in the hinges - which is something I used to do daily.





At first, it did take me a few days to get used to styling my hair, instead of sing the classic GHD's. But once you do try them, you'll never go back to an ordinary styler. The Platinum styler makes straightening and curling super easy, and a lot quicker than any other tool I've used before - even if you have thick-coarse hair like mine.

The product featured is the GHD Platinum Styler Premium Gift Set which includes the Platinum stylers, along with a quilted heat-resistant case which is perfect for travelling, and for keeping your dressing table protected from any heat damage. As well as two specially formulated Nails Inc. nail polishes in luxurious copper shades as an extra treat.

In terms of the cost, the GHD Platinum styler is a little more expensive between £165 and £175 (depending on what set you get). But after using GHD stylers for years, I can honestly say that they are an extremely good investment, and I couldn't recommend them enough.

Sadly, the copper Platinum styler is no longer available, but they do have a variety of stylers available including their Limited Edition Pink styler (for Breast Cancer) and their Limited Edition Wanderlust styler.



   


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More recently, I've found myself taking unexpected breaks from blogging, social media and social events. Being honest, it wasn't really planned, as I do genuinely love my little space on the web. But I've found myself a little overwhelmed with life in general, and I just needed some time to do nothing.

We live in such a digitally focused age where it's more popular for someone to text, tweet or message someone, than it is to spend quality time together. It's easier to ask how someone is over a text message, than it is to meet up and catch up over a cuppa.

The first thing I find myself doing when I wake up is checking my phone to see who's messaged me, or to catch up on what strangers are posting on social media. And that doesn't change when I go to bed, as I'm scrolling through my Instagram feed, seeing the pretty pictures that my favourite bloggers are sharing, or being nosy on Twitter. It's almost second nature to do these things. 

Often, I feel like I've lost a day, or an evening because I've been sat in front of a laptop deep in thought, or sharing things on social media. Instead, I could be spending quality time with loved ones, creating memories and not feeling forced to post several times a week. But there comes a point in life, where you just need a break; a detox, if you wish, from the digital world, to spend some quality time with you. So what have I learnt? 


1. Your Personal Life is Important

Blogging, and the social media channels that come with it, can have a huge impact on your personal life. Especially when you have a full time job, you're studying at University part time and you have a a life to keep on top of. You almost find yourself struggling to keep up, and end up missing out on key things. 

Family is the most important thing in the world to me. Spending some time off line, enjoying quality time with family and friends, allows you to create special memories. It's been wonderful to be able to have a spare moment to catch up with friends over coffee, go to the movies (which I hadn't done in so long), dining and enjoying family dinners. 

2. Blogging is Hard

Being a blogger is hard, and there's so much pressure on us in the community to try and produce high quality content, as well as increasing our engagement and traffic; to try and be great writers and to hopefully get a big break where we'll be collaborating with our favourite brands. 

Oh a girl can dream to wake up as Chiara Ferragni. But with that, comes great responsibility of trying to create the best and new exciting content, while keeping our social media accounts active, as well as being up to date on the latest trends within the blogging world. 

3. More Sociable 

Blogging is a full time job (even if you have already have a full time job), and that means sharing your life with the world, if that's what you choose. The amount of times I've been looked at funny, or told off by family members for trying to take a quick photo of a delicious meal, or a fancy drink. 

It's nice to realise that there's a time and a place, and sometimes Instagram can go without a photo, and Twitter doesn't need to know where I am every hour of the day. Instead, I can just enjoy spending time with my family and friends. And I'm still able to update social media, it's just a little toned down during family time. 

4. Clear Mind

Being a writer is hard. Especially when you write professionally for a living, and when you're trying to cut it as a blogger. When you're writing as a blog, there isn't anyone to give you an idea or content, you have to think of everything yourself. It's so easy (and completely) normal to get writers block, we're all human and we all do it. And it's better to take a break, to give yourself time to relax and wind down, and wait for new content to spring to mind. 

It's so much better taking some much deserved time out, to re-balance and find new content. Because there's nothing worse than writing posts with no meaning or passion behind it. As not only is it a waste of time, it also shows to your readers. 



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You may, or may not have noticed, that there have been some major changes. Particularly with my blog. After taking a much needed break from my blog and social media, I finally started to find myself again, and my passion for writing. Sometimes a break can be good, and dedicating some time for yourself and your own well-being can help get things back on track.

Over the past few months, I've been thinking about where I'm going, and what I want my website and my brand to represent. Although I may not have invested thousands into an editorial blog, I have redesigned Charlotte Elizabeth, to give it a sleeker, more manageable appearance, and make it more me. Let's face it, it needed a complete refresh. I absolutely love writing and photographing, and I still have a lot to learn. But I really wanted to give Charlotte Elizabeth a professional, high quality reputation, while delivering content that I (and I hope you all) truly love. 

I've decided to take all of my old posts down (for now), while I refresh the content and make sure the post is something I'm extremely proud of, and is a true representation of me, and what I stand for. So, what will you be expected to see on Charlotte Elizabeth? Well, I still have a huge passion for high end and luxury beauty, and style, so those posts will be staying. And I'll also be sharing more detailed posts on the places I'm visiting; along with, my usual personal posts. But if there is any content you'd like to see, then pop a comment below. 

For now, I'd like to thank you for all your support so far. I'm really excited for the future of Charlotte Elizabeth.

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