Natural Collection Cosmetics: Lip Lines and Eyeshadow – Review and Swatches

June 10, 2015December 15, 2015 ~ Latifa @blogcreatifa ~ 13 Comments

I wasn't planning on doing this post today, but as I was browsing through my Instagram feed, I saw a flash sale advertised on the Natural Collection Cosmetics Instagram Page, and I had to share it with you all. All of their products are temporarily available for £1 each (usually £1.99), only redeemable online at http://www.boots.com, by entering … Continue reading Natural Collection Cosmetics: Lip Lines and Eyeshadow – Review and Swatches

E.L.F. Cosmetics Review and Swatches – Part 2: LIPS

June 1, 2015December 15, 2015 ~ Latifa @blogcreatifa ~ 11 Comments

Hello again my lovelies, I've, slowly but surely, been working my way through all the products from my ELF hauls. E.L.F. (Eyes Lips Face) is a cosmetic company which started in the US in 2004, with the "mission to provide customers with quality cosmetics at low prices". As before, I wanted to use the products properly before I reviewed … Continue reading E.L.F. Cosmetics Review and Swatches – Part 2: LIPS

E.L.F. Cosmetics Review and Swatches – Part 1: EYES

May 8, 2015December 15, 2015 ~ Latifa @blogcreatifa ~ 29 Comments

EyesLipsFace (E.L.F.) is a cosmetic company which started in the US in 2004, with the "mission to provide customers with quality cosmetics at low prices". After hearing glowing reviews for over a decade, I wanted to try their products for myself. Upon visiting the E.L.F. UK website, I was faced with the message that the UK distributor had "decided … Continue reading E.L.F. Cosmetics Review and Swatches – Part 1: EYES

Real Neat Blog Award (and Lipstick Tag)

April 30, 2015December 15, 2015 ~ Latifa @blogcreatifa ~ 18 Comments

Today marks three months since I started this blog, and without getting too soppy, I have been overwhelmed by the kindness and support I have received. My family have been my number one fans, who make me feel like a celebrity, and I won't belittle them by thanking them for their constant love. Then there are the … Continue reading Real Neat Blog Award (and Lipstick Tag)

Dealing With Dry Lips

April 16, 2015December 15, 2015 ~ Latifa @blogcreatifa ~ 27 Comments

I've had dry lips for as long as I can remember and they are dry all. year. round! Lips can become dry and chapped for a number of reasons, including extreme weather conditions or dehydration. Licking lips or picking at them will only irritate them, and dry them out even more. Regular use of a … Continue reading Dealing With Dry Lips

L’Oréal Color Riche Lipsticks: Lip Swatches and Review

April 2, 2015February 4, 2016 ~ Latifa @blogcreatifa ~ 24 Comments

I got my first L'Oréal Color Riche Lipstick as part of the L'Oréal free gift promotion, at Boots during the Christmas period. I was really impressed with the packaging and the quality of the product itself, and made a mental note to purchase more from the same range. Fast forward to last Friday (March the … Continue reading L’Oréal Color Riche Lipsticks: Lip Swatches and Review

Under Eye Dark Circles : My Eye Cream Journey

February 26, 2015December 15, 2015 ~ Latifa @blogcreatifa ~ 25 Comments

I was oblivious to the world of eye creams, and the importance of using one, until one person too many asked me if I was tired. That was in my early twenties, so lack of sleep was probably a part of it. I decided to find an eye cream or treatment to help reduce my dark circles. There are … Continue reading Under Eye Dark Circles : My Eye Cream Journey

Making Make-up Work: Lips

February 1, 2015January 30, 2017 ~ Latifa @blogcreatifa ~ 2 Comments

Hello lovelies, We've all purchased make-up that has ended up in the back of the drawer for one reason or another. I want to share ways that you can get the most out of your unused products. Today I will be focusing on lip products. The MUA lipsticks below (top to bottom) are in the … Continue reading Making Make-up Work: Lips

Hello and Welcome!

January 30, 2015January 30, 2017 ~ Latifa @blogcreatifa ~ Leave a comment

Hello! Thanks for stopping by my blog 🙂 As you may or may not be able to tell from my blog name, I love all things creative and my name is Latifa... Hence Creatifa! Ta-da! My interests are makeup, cooking, baking, sewing, embroidery, and engineering. I've always wondered how things work and how I can … Continue reading Hello and Welcome!