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With the nation gone crazy with Hinch Hauls and Hinching your homes, Charlene Flanagan otherwise known as Mrs.Jones has some top tips to declutter your makeup stash.

Charlene recommends doing this every six to 12 months, it not only will help keep your routine organised, your skin and brushes healthier, but you will more than likely start to use different products you completely forgot about you had which feels like you have a new makeup bag.

1. Beauty Bootcamp

Start by sorting your makeup into piles. Eg. lipsticks, palettes, pencils, samples etc. Once you see where everything is it’s easier to get rid of unwanted items and you are one step closer to decluttering your makeup stash.

2. Keep, Throw, Maybe

Now that you have organised the piles arrange them into Keep, Throw & Maybe piles.

Take into consideration that every product has an after open shelf life. Can you remember when you bought each product?

Did you know you should replace your mascara every three months!? Taking note of expiry dates will avoid nasty infections, breakouts, cracked lips etc. Be strong, be brutal!

Mrs. Jones’ Top Tip:  If you're really struggling with this task, book in a private one to one with a makeup artist who will guide you on what does and doesn’t suit you.

3. Separate your makeup bags

Separating your makeup bags into your everyday essential products and your going out/occasion wear products will not only simplify your routine but it will make getting out the door in the morning so much quicker.

Mrs. Jones’ Top Tip: Buy yourself clear makeup bags so you can easily see where everything is and also they can be easily wiped clean.

4. Keep your brushes squeaky clean

Your makeup brushes are a breeding ground for bacteria. It could be the cause of bumpy skin, blemish/acne prone skin, infections, etc.

Not only will you find your skin improved but your makeup will apply so much better and your brushes will last so much longer – if you don't want to get messy with your shampoo bottle, Ella & Jo have an UNREAL Squeaky Clean Brush Cleanser to keep your brush bristles pristine. 

5. Reward yourself for spring cleaning

Your reward of course is a little well deserved treat. Repurchase any products that have passed the expiry date/shelf life and treat yourself to some organising accessories e.g Clutterboxes, Drawer Separators, Lipstick Holders, Makeup Brush Holders. Do this after you have organised your stash so you know exactly what you need when it's all organised.

 

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Is getting permanently inked the new way to show your lov and commitment to your other half?

First Ariana Grande and Pete Davidson, now Justin Bieber and wife Hailey Baldwin have jumped on the tat bandwagon.

Except Justin has gone another step…by getting the tattoo on his face. 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Yes, you read that right.

How come we didn't notice, you ask? Because it's super f*cking subtle.

Like, c'mon seriously? kinda subtle.

According to celeb tattoo artist Keith McCurdy, Justin had delicate "little words" in cursive script above his right eyebrow – and Hailey got a tattoo to match.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

absolute best friend.

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He said, ''they each got a tattoo. Justin’s tattoo is on his face, and I haven’t seen any photos of it – so he’s doing a good job of laying low."

He continued that Justin's tat is “really thin and delicate. And [it’s] also not a traditional couples’ tattoo. I don’t want to give it away…''

If you squint just above his right eyebrow, the word ''grace'' can be made out.

True love = tattoos it seems so get inking people. 

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The Spice Girls have FINALLY confirmed they are reuniting for a major stadium tour across the United Kingdom. Unfortunately, Victoria Beckham won’t be joining the girls on tour.

Posh Spice may not be there to shimmy around arenas to Wannabe, but there’s no doubt the tour will be a massive success.

The band announced the tour with a news bulletin style video.

Emma Bunton, Mel C, Geri Halliwell and Mel B will perform across the UK with a string of stadium concerts scheduled in for June 2019.

The popstars will perform in Manchester, Coventry, Sunderland, Edinburgh, Bristol and London, and rumour has it they’ll be announcing a world tour very soon, so keep your eyes peeled for additional dates.

Tickets will go on sale on Saturday, November 10 at 10:30 am and you’d Wannabe quick because there’s no doubt they’ll be swiped up.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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The girlband haven’t performed together since 2012, so fans are overjoyed to hear they’re getting back together.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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I’ll Be There singer Jess Glynne will support the Spice Up Your Life singers on their stadium tour

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We have been itching for I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here to return for so long. It feels like forever since we last watched celebrities dine on creepy crawlies and face stomach-churning challenges that always sent shivers down our spines.

ITV has finally confirmed when the show is returning to our screens and you don’t have much longer to wait.

Fans of the show can say g’day to Dec, new host Holly Willoughby and this year’s celebrity line-up on Sunday, November 18.

The first episode of the new season will air at 9 pm on ITV so make sure to mark it in your diaries.

ITV tweeted about the return of the popular reality show: “You’ve got a hot date… with some creepy crawlies. #ImACeleb is back. Starts Sunday 18th November live on @ITV @ImACelebrity.”

The official line-up has yet to be confirmed but rumour has it we will be seeing plenty of familiar faces in the jungle this year.

Made In Chelsea alum Jamie Laing is reportedly heading to Oz, as well as former X Factor star Fleur East.

Anne Hegerty of The Chase, Harry Redknapp and Strictly Come Dancing’s Katya Jones have also been tipped to joining the cast of 2018.

Other potential contestants include Danny Dyer, Conor McGregor and Coleen Nolan, but you’re just going to have to wait until the official line-up is revealed to meet this year’s contestants.

I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here returns to ITV on Sunday, November 18, 2018. Let the countdown begin.

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Khloe Kardashian was overjoyed to be pregnant with her first child. The social media posts in the months prior to the birth of her daughter True portrayed a glowing mum-to-be doting on her new chapter in life with her partner, Tristan Thompson. Sadly the birthing process was difficult in more ways than one as it emerged that Thompson had been unfaithful to Khloe during their time together.

There was a predictable media frenzy; especially when it emerged that Thompson had been present at the birth of his daughter – and that was Khloe's choice, but it didn't stop her getting attacked online as a result.

The 34-year-old has now opened up about her reasons for doing this, ahead of the drama being addressed on an upcoming episode of Keeping Up with the Kardashians. She is very much to be admired for her handling of what was an extremely distressing situation. Taking to Twitter, she explained that her initial reaction to the cheating scandal was one of shock, but that she chose to put her daughter's happiness first and to ensure that she had memories and happy times to look back on with her father.

"I wanted to have a beautiful birthing experience for myself and for the memories of what I choose to share with True when she’s older. I want her to have videos and pictures of her daddy there, holding her etc. I want her to know she is LOVE and my happiness! Babies feel energy!"

Having her first child, was, she said, something she had waited so long for; and so she found the strength to be strong for True, adding that she was proud of the mature way she handled the whole time.

You can read her full statement on the events below:   

Fans were quick to praise the mum for her positivity and honesty.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 My sweet little mama 

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"That is so selfless and a true characteristic of a mother. You’re amazing!" said one.

"Such a strong & selfless thing to do at a time when your h

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Club Valentine and The Grand Social are bringing you one of the most unique sesh spots of the year, you'd be mad to miss it.

There's something maddenly satisfying about solving a case, figuring out a secret and immersing yourself in another world of drama and disguise.

"The year is 1950 and the circus has come to town. However, dark secrets are hidden beneath this big top, and not even the kookiest of clowns or the cottonest of candies can keep them hidden."

Ooohhhh, spooky. Club Valentine are debuting their Interactive Comedy Murder Mystery Extravaganza, where YOU lat witness to a murder most foul, YOU get to interview their cast of crazy characters, and YOU can piece together their twisted tale of treachery and torment.

"Enjoy the festivities while you can, because one member of this travelling troupe is about to learn that showbiz can be MURDER…"

If you're an avid murder mystery fan, this event is definitely for you. Comedy plus a decent night out plus a staged murder? HELL YEAH.

Some of the characters look hilarious, check out the full list on their Instagram

Why not go along and see if you can catch the murderer? They've got some absolutely unreal prizes, it's ideal if you and your pals are looking for a night out with a major twist – think The Hangover but with Miss Marple vibes.

Will you be a Sherlock or a Watson? Agatha Christie or The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo? There's only one way to find out, fam.

The deets=

Tues Nov 6, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM

The Grand Social, 35 Liffey Street Lower, North City, Dublin, D01 C3N0, Ireland

Feature image: Barnham Broom

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The Duff gals have just reached cuteness overload wth their latest Instagram snap. 

Hilary, who has just welcomed  her second child and first daughter, Banks Violet, cosied up with her older sister Haylie for a family photo.

The 31-year-old smiled alongside her eldest child, six-year-old Luca as baby Banks grinned on her lap.

Next to her was older sister Haylie who had her five-month-old daughter Lulu Gray on her lap. 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

We got 3 out of the four littles pictured. No easy feat.

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Haylie has two kids, one of which was pictured, and the other is her three-year-old daughter, Ryan Ava Erhard, whom she has with her husband Matt Rosenberg. 

Hilary's first son Luca is from her previous marriage to Mike Comrie and baby Banks is from her relationship with boyfriend Matthew Koma. 

Hilary captioned the sweet shot, ''we got 3 out of the four littles pictured. No easy feat.''

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Night night world

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Her 10.4 million followers all seemed to be in love with the gorgeous photo.

One wrote, ''they are all so adorable'' while another said ''precious little angels'' followed by three love heart emojis.

One fan summed how we felt up by saying, ''can't get enough of these little babies!''

We hear you, what a special family – congratulations to the two sisters on their 2018 babies. 

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Kim Kardashian has taken to Twitter to virtually roll her eyes at claims made by her ex-boyfriend and sex tape co-star Ray-J. 

The singer made some rather amusing and salacious claims about the sex life he shared with the KUWTK star. 

'Kim and I had fun times – marathon sessions,' he said. 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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But she didn’t like getting sweaty and would stop to do her make-up if she did,' he alleged to The Sun.

'She liked to look dope during sex, the right lighting, setting the mood.'

'She was wild – there was a red Louis Vuitton trunk of sex toys.'

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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He also told the red top that Kim would stop for snacks and order pizza during these 'marathon sessions.' and would take phone calls from Momager Kris. 

He also claims that the entrepreneur had a love for underwear – so much so that she spent one hundred thousand dollars on thongs during their relationship. 

Clearly these claims are comical, and Kim is definitely denying them.  

Over on Twitter, one fan wrote: 

'RayJ constantly revealing all these intimate details about @KimKardashian shows that he is suffering from low self esteem! Hoping that Kanye ignores his ass.'

Kim relied, saying:

'Or shows he’s a pathological liar? you actually believe this story? It’s too funny to me!'

Clearly she is having none of Ray-J's motor mouth, and we don't blame her. 

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Last night's episode of KUWTK, whic aired in the US, focused on Khloe and Tristan Thompson's relationship – and the cheating scandal that engulfed the last few days of Khloe's pregnancy. 

The news of Tristan's infidelity isn't new, but neither Khloe nor Tristan have spoken out about the cheating since the birth of their baby True. 

Khloe opened up ahead of the episode airing, emphasising how emotionally difficult she found it. 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Taking to Insta, the new Mum said:

'Tonight’s episode is an uncomfortable and super emotional one for me, but when we signed up for this show over a decade ago, we signed up for a reality show, which meant showing you guys inside our lives; the good, the bad and the ugly,' Khloe wrote.

'To relive these moments all over again is incredibly difficult emotionally but I also hope that with every trial, tribulation and curveball life throws at us, that we ALL get to learn from our journeys.'

'Amidst the tough times, I have been blessed with the ultimate gift, my sweet baby True who has changed my life in ways I never could have imagined,' she finished.

Khloe watched the episode as it aired last night, and live-Tweeted the experience of re-living the episode. 

'I know now, looking back that I was in shock because I couldn’t believe that this would ever happen to me but I’m still very proud of myself for how I handled everything. True gave me the peace and strength I needed,' she said.

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Now that Halloween is over we can finally focus on our favourite holiday.

Hints of Christmas have covered the country since the appearance of decorative lights on main streets.

And even though they haven’t been lit quite yet, we know that the holidays will be here before we know it.

Along with the magic of Christmas comes dewy-eyed romance as love seems to shine brightest in December days.

This season is an especially popular time for engagements, for what could be a better gift?

One of our favourite Irish jewellers Appleby’s, has brought out some stunning styles for holiday proposals.

The Dublin-based shop has gorgeous engagement rings ranging from vintage to modern styles with some of the lowest prices we’ve seen.

For holiday proposals, they have carefully chosen four gorgeous ring styles: Blue Sapphire, The Solitaire, Cushion Cut and Yellow Gold.

The Blue Sapphire ring follows the trend of Kate Middleton’s engagement ring – a sparkling sapphire encapsulated within an ornate floral diamond frame. Kate’s ring was originally Princess Diana’s (given to her by Prince Charles).

For a more classic look, The Solitaire features a round-cut diamond in a platinum band, encrusted with beautiful diamonds surrounding it. The timeless and elegant piece is designed for a simple but stunning design.

Cushion Cut coats yellow gold with snow-white diamonds in an iconic vintage style. Enhanced with a halo of complementary gems, it exudes quiet elegance. Its ornate frame makes it the perfect choice for a bride with an old soul.

Lastly, the Yellow Gold ring has been gaining rapid popularity over the years. A shimmering round cut diamond is at its centre, bordered by striking pear cut shoulders.

Appleby’s has been in business for over 60 years, creating original and bespoke engagement rings that are available from just €2,500.

Their number one concern is synonymous with that of the bride-to-be: to find the perfect fit.

So next time, you’re near Grafton Street pop in and have a look at their glamorous rings. Or simply shop online. They’re a great place to recommend to any friends planning to tie the knot soon as well.

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The Irish public is amongst the most confident in the world, according to new LinkedIn research,  with a whopping 7 out of 10 adults believing they are successful in life – no hint of imposter syndrome here. 

According to the data, the Irish public places more emphasis on their work life balance, relationships and personal experiences when defining success than their salary.

Being healthy was actually the top characteristics that respondents defined success by – with 74% of those surveyed in the LinkedIn study singling it out.

Having a great relationship with your family, and spending time with them, as well as building healthy friendships were also viewed as popular definitions of success, at 62% and 58% respectively.

Being able to spend time on their passions and hobbies contributed heavily in terms of whether people viewed themselves as a success.

We're all obsessed with travel Instagram accounts, which isnt surprising when 44% of people defined the ability to travel as a marker of success.

LinkedIn’s research found that traditional perceptions of success were outdated, with just 15% of respondents identifying a six-figure salary as a definition of success – the figure rose to 32% among respondents in the 18-24 year old age group.

6% judged earning more money than their friends as success and similarly only 16% viewed getting a pay rise a positive milestone in terms of being a success.

We'll be over here working on our travel plans and our health, thank you. 

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Any Saved by the Bell fans out there?

It was one of the TV shows I grew up with and like pretty much everyone else watching it, I had a massive crush on the blonde-haired boy next door – Zack Morris.

Well good news lads – you can now you can binge on a condensed version of the iconic ’90s sitcom on none other then Instagram.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

#WCW x 3!

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The Instagram cuts the original episodes down to about four minutes and can be viewed on NBC’s IGTV page.

Hello, weekend plans.

These mini-episodes will follow the same story as the original, but in a more Instagram-friendly way.

This means that they're shorter, edited to fit a vertical screen, and have new animated graphics, texts, and pop-ups that appear during the episode.

The original show premiered in 1989 and ran until 1993. starring Mark-Paul Gosselaar (Zack), Mario Lopez (A.C.), Dustin Diamond (Screech), Tiffani Thiessen (Kelly), Elizabeth Berkley (Jessie), Lark Voorhies (Lisa) and Dennis Haskins (Richard).

While the full episodes of the series are on Hulu and NBC.com, we are big fans of this Instagram version too.

Bayside High, we're heading back to you. 

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