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Do you ever find yourself spending upwards of fifty quid on an eyeshadow palette, because you like two of the shades?

This is something I am so guilty of – until now. 

So it turns out there is an absolute wealth of budget-friendly palettes out there – and they're gorgeous. 

So without further adieu, here are my 8 FAVE palettes that cost less than a fancy G&T…

1. PS… Nudes 28 Eyeshadow palette, €10.

2. Sleek MakeUP i-Divine palette, €10.99.

3. Wet n Wild Colour Icon Eyeshadow Trio – €3.95

4.Wet n Wild Colour Icon 10-Pan Eyeshadow Palette Bare Necessities – €8.25

5. NOTE Professional Eyeshadow, €14.95.

6. NOTE Luminous Silk Quattro Eyeshadow €9.95.

 

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As Ireland basks in the annual (and long overdue) Leaving Cert weather, many of us Dublin's are choosing to spend the sun-drench evenings the only way we know how – cans by the canal, naturally. 

And now, thanks to Deliveroo's extreme new deliver method, it looks like we won't even have to make the trek back into town in order to enjoy the city's tastiest food. 

The food deliver service has teamed up with the Canoe Centre to launch it's first ever kayak delivery, meaning you can now get your favourite dishes dropped directly to the banks of the Grand Canal. 

The maiden voyage meal of choice were. you guessed it… burritos from Boojum.

A Deliveroo spokesperson said: “We’re delighted that our customers are enjoying great food and getting out in the good weather, while it lasts!

“We know that taking in as many sunshine hours as possible is very important. Our extreme kayak delivery along the Canal ensures that those stuck in the office all day need waste no time in catching up on rays after work.” he added.

We reckon this'll come in handy over the summer months!

 

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Ever fancied a stay in a real life doll house?

Well, thanks to one super talented interior architect and the magic of online bookings, now you can.

The iconic house at the gates of Rathaspeck Manor in Co Wexford has fascinated locals for years and now it has finally been opened to the public.

The building was re-roofed and re-painted in 2014 with aid from the Irish Heritage Council, but has remained unoccupied since.

The owners, Mick and Betty Cuddihy, who also run the five star Rathaspeck Manor B&B, decided to open the Doll's House as a self-catering home but recognised that they would need to re-vamp the interior to fit with the house's unique and quirky style.

In order to achieve this they enlisted the help of Ann-Marie Arcadia Architects to assist.

The interior is zoned into small rooms, each with their own personality.

They are filled with objects and trinkets from second-hand stores, as well as a collection of forgotten family heirlooms from the main house.

The Doll's House is available to book through AirBnb or the Rathaspeck Website . 

Weekend in Wexford, anyone? 

Feature Image: Irish Independent

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In a world of Tinder and online dating, it’s now easier than ever to embark on an illicit relationship outside of your own while keeping your partner none the wiser.

Luckily, there is a special place on Twitter (and in hell) where cheaters get caught out on their sneakiness, as well as an app for catching cheating spouses.

Suspect your partner of some cyber two-timing? Twitter page Are They Loyal? is here to help.

The page, which is awash with hilarious memes and relationship observations, also provides a specific service to help catch out a possibly cheating boyfriend or girlfriend.

Once you give them your partner’s details, they will text them with an attractive photo of a random person, and ask them to meet up, essentially catfishing them into proving their loyalty.

The page then publishes the short conversations onto Twitter for the world to see, calling out the cheaters and praising the loyal.

The page has over 210,000 followers who log on to see the latest cheating scandals and even send in some of their own to be posted.

The page has been branded “psycho” by commentators. “This isn’t funny, being this jealous is unhealthy and toxic,” said one.

However, others praise the page for promoting faithfulness and calling out cheaters on their two-timing ways.

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Paddy Jackson has signed a two-year contract with French rugby club, Perpignan. 

The move will see the  former Ulster and Ireland international fly-half play in the Top 14 next season. 

In a statement shared on the club's official website this morning, Christian Lanta, Sporting Director of the French side, said:

"Paddy JACKSON, traditionally the Irish number 10, knows how to put his individual qualities at the service of the collective; confirmed goal scorer, talented lineman, Paddy has to bring to the team his experience of the international level."

The number 10 had his contract revoked by the IRFU earlier this year after a high-profile rape trial which saw them acquitted of all charges. 

An internal review into the players misconduct found that although they were found not guilty, their actions did not adhere to the game's core values: "Respect, inclusivity and integrity." 

At the time, the IRFU also announced that they intend to ensure that these core values are applied across the board. 

"It has been agreed, as part of this commitment, to conduct an in-depth review of existing structures and educational programmes, within the game in Ireland, to ensure the importance of these core values is clearly understood, supported and practised at every level of the game."

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Pippa Middleton has confirmed that she is pregnant with her first child.

The confirmation comes after weeks of rumours, that the 34-year-old was expecting a baby with husband James Matthews.

Unlike her big sister Kate Middleton, Pippa has managed to avoid morning sickness.

Reportedly, the Duchess of Cambridge was plagued on each of her pregnancies with the sickness.

Opening up about her first pregnancy to the Waitrose Kitchen Magazine, Pippa said:

“I was lucky to pass the 12-week scan without suffering from morning sickness. That meant I was able to carry on as normal."

The mum-to-be has been getting to grips with her changing body and exercise during pregnancy.

“When I learned the happy news that I was pregnant I realised I needed to adjust my four to five-day-a-week routine.

I’ve noticed my body change but through exercise, I feel it’s being strengthened. I’m fanatical about sport and have looked at loads of books and websites on exercise during pregnancy but have been disappointed by the limited technical information what you can and can’t do.”

Pippa continued to explain that she has “so many questions” about what type of exercise is safe during this exciting time. 

“This being my first pregnancy, I had so many questions I felt were still unanswered. I wanted to know things like, would I strain if I served in tennis, are strokes of swimming safe, can I still do a normal yoga class if I avoided certain positions? Could I still work my abs?"

Remaining determined that one day she'll be back in her go-to jeans, post-baby, Pippa added:

"I’ve noticed my body change and weight increase, but through effective exercise and sports, I feel that it’s been strengthened to support a healthy pregnancy, birth and recovery … And ensure that post-baby, my old favourite jeans will still fit eventually!”

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We all have that one beauty product that is our complete ride or die. 

Whether it's that perfect long wearing foundation or that red lippie that looks perfect with your complexion, some products deserve the praise that is heaped upon them. 

One setting spray got an unusual but ultimately positive review from an awed purchaser, which is now going completely viral. 

The review, left on the Ulta website, comes from a makeup fan who went through quite an ordeal, makeup intact. 

'I was hit by a car and through the hit itself, the rain, the ambulance ride, and the hours in the hospital my makeup stayed completely intact the entire time,' reads the review from a user known only as Sofia. 

'When I was discharged from the hospital I had to take off my makeup and none of it had moved.'

'If this setting spray can survive being hit by a car then that's all the proof I need and I'll definitely be buying it again.'

The NYX Professional Makeup Matte Finish Makeup Setting Spray has been getting quite a lot of attention since the review did the rounds online, after the review was shared by makeup mogul Jefree Star. 

We may have to pick up a bottle for ourselves after that. 

Feature image: beauty_ladies_shop88

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The latest season of Love Island may have only aired two episodes – but the nation is undoubtedly hooked. 

Among the thousands of tweets about pen sales, veneers and gold digging, there is mention of self image issues, weight anxiety and comparison syndrome, as people hold themselves up the body standards set by the show's contestants. 

Taking to Instagram, Chartered Psychologist and NHS Mental Health Trust Governor Kimberly Wilson gave her two cents on the damage these comparisons can do: 

'I'm not here to talk about how the show has turned love in to a popularity contest (what isn't nowadays?). Nope. I just wanna give you guys the heads up on what is being dubbed the 'Love Island Effect,' she wrote. 

'Though not an official term the Love Island Effect is being used to describe the impact of viewing images of 'perfect' bodies on individual self-esteem.'

'Research indicates that scrolling through hundreds of social media body images increases body dissatisfaction and watching hours of image-focused reality TV may do the same.'

'A 2010 Spanish study found that males and females with disordered eating had consumed more body imaged-focused media (TV and magazines). A more recent Italian study found that extensive watching of reality TV correlated with eating-disordered behaviour.'

'In the UK the Image & Performance Enhancing Drug survey looks at patterns of steroid use. In 2017 they reported an increase in steroid use and that most people use them to change their body image or for cosmetic/aesthetic purposes (rather than to enhance sporting performance), which researchers believe is linked to the popularity of shows like Love Island.'

'But it's not just researchers. Contestants themselves talk about the pressure to look good. Former contestant Simon Searles said of the boys, 'They'd be working out like crazy during the day trying to stay in shape. They wouldn’t eat anything.'

'So just a reminder that a) the show is cast for a specific look that b) even the cast members struggle to maintain. Enjoy the show but please watch responsibly,' she finished.

A SHEmazing reader poll found that 82% of viewers would like to see more body diversity on the show. 

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Penneys has just majorly impressed us with the latest offering from its beauty department. 

The high street haven has just released a new line of delightful miniature perfumes, and with names like Mermazing, most of them are right up our alley. 

One bottle in particular caught our eye, thanks to its distinctly gin-related moniker.

We love a good G&T in the SHEmazing office, so imagine our delight when we spotted these bad boys in the Mary Street store. 

Tom Collins is the name of one of their brand new scents, and the fresh yet smoky scent is unisex perfection. 

With hints of juniper and grapefruit, it's the perfect A/W signature scent. 

A Tom Collins is traditionally made using gin, lemon juice, sugar, and tonic, and there are notes of all of these flavours in the scent. 

At €2.50, you could nab one mini bottle for every handbag you own. 

See you in the queue!

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Holly Bourne captured the hearts of millions of young women with her gripping and honest YA novels. The writer is about to release her first adult novel and we are unbelievably excited about it.

How Do You Like Me Now? has been described as today’s answer to Bridget Jones. The story follows best-selling author Tori Bailey, whose self-help memoir has become a bible for women across the globe.

The author’s wise words may be worshipped by her readers, but Tori hasn’t been entirely honest with them. She is in an unhappy relationship and as friend after friend settles down, she worries that she will be left behind.

She’s about to turn thirty and the fear is slowly creeping in. “Turning thirty is like playing musical chairs. The music stops, and everyone just marries whoever they happen to be sitting on.”

Will Tori find the courage to follow her own path, or will she give into the pressures of society?

Holly’s debut adult novel is raw and a true breath of fresh air. Her brutally honest words about the pressure to settle down is a welcome tale in today’s society.

The pressures we face to achieve x,y and z by a certain age need to be left in the past. This refreshing and witty book about the reality of life in your thirties is a must-read for every woman out there.

Make sure to treat yourself to a copy of How Do You Like Me Now? on June 14.

How Do You Like Me Now? is published by Hodder & Stoughton and is available for pre-order here. 
 

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It's a cliché at this point that puppies make everything better, but this latest discovery proves that even paradise is better with a puppy to hand. 

The glorious islands of Turks and Caicos are famous thanks to their popularity among celebs, and now, there is a whole new reason to visit the gorgeous sandy strands.

As well as crystal blue waters and soaring temperatures, you can now play with hundreds of puppies on one island in particular.

 

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The Potcake Place rescue centre is inviting visitors to the islands to come and play with their range of rescue dogs and puppies.

'Our headquarters are located in Saltmills Plaza in the Grace Bay area of Providenciales,' reads the website.

'Pop in, meet some puppies and learn some more about what we do.'

 

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'We have a constant stream of puppies needing socialisation and adoption.'

'You can come by and take a puppy out to the beach – we'll give you everything you need, you just need to supply some TLC.'

The absolute dream… 

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This week, Joanne Larby, otherwise known as The Makeup Fairy, came under fire once again from Blogger's Unveiled, after the influencer told her followers that her new product releases with Glam Fam Cosmetics were cruelty free and PETA approved. 

The products were not listed on PETA's prescribed list of companies which are cruelty free. PETA also told Evoke.ie that the products we're not in fact PETA approved. 

Joanne posted to Instagram today to respond to the criticism, after BU used their 170k platform to call her out. 

 

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'It saddens me greatly to have loyal fans think I would collaborate on something that involved testing on animals. I’m happy to clear a few things up to give some of you piece of mind so there’s no confusion. 

'@glamfamcosmetics_ is an Irish brand that I have collaborated with on two products so far. It is not my brand, it’s a brand I’m heavily involved with. Therefore any additional products outside of my Illuminating Drops and Intense Cream Shadows are not my products, they are part of an expanding line. The brand is made in the EU where it is illegal to produce anything that is not cruelty free.'

'We (I work with a team) applied for PETA approval to obtain a certified listing and hoped to have it in time for when we reach shelves; the process is lengthy, and please bare in mind we are not on shelves yet.'

 

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'I was under the assumption that you could obtain immediate PETA listing when you are cruelty free hence mentioning, and for that I’m very sorry if there was any misunderstanding.'

'It’s more prevalent than ever in this industry that something quite simple can be manipulated to look worse than it is. The main thing here is animals were not harmed in any way when creating my products, bar unicorns who willingly gave me their magic dust,' she finished.

Justice for unicorns, we guess?

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