When it comes to beauty it's darker nudes or deep berry lips.

For my skin anything that is super moisturising & hand creams.

Check out the video below to see more:

Love Eve xx

I have done 'essential product' based posts in the past, but this one is slightly different.
This one this basically what I keep with me when I'm poolside on holiday.


Magazines/ Books
I don't read much when I'm at home, however it's a great pass time when you're just chilling on a sun lounger catching a tan. I like to read a variety of different things including topic specific magazines, books & ebooks on my iPhone.

Sun Cream
This really is a MUST for me, being so pale. Although it should be for anyone! Sun cream should be applied regularly if you're sitting out in the sun, especially after having a swim. I like to use Nivea sun creams for my body & am currently trialling Benefit's Dream Screen for my face.

Sunglasses
I have to wear sunglasses whenever the sun is out so I wouldn't be able to cope without these bad boys. In case I carry multiple sunglasses with me at any time.

Bottle of Water
This is again an important one! It's essential to drink water to stay hydrated when you're out in the sun. You will be sweating more & losing water quicker than normal, so drink up! If you are drinking alcohol it's still important to have water as alcohol will only aid in dehydration.

Hand Sanitiser
I take these everywhere will me, for so many reasons. Smelly, sticky sun creams, if you're eating or if you just want to refresh your hands it saves you a trip to the toilet.

Lip Balm

The sun drys out your skin in general, including your lips! Cracked, dry lips are not a good look.

iPhone

My hub for music, calm apps & books. Just an essential in life. Sorry not sorry.

Headphones

Linked to my previous item, the only way to listen to music around other people. There's nothing worse than someone playing music out loud, because let's be honest we don't all like the same things!

Let me know what's in your pool bag in the comments below.

So onto some of the things I have in my clutch bag:

- ID - my driving license.

- Money & Cards

- My iPhone

- Eye Drops

- Hand Sanitiser

- Lip Liner

- Lip Gloss

- Benadryl

- Mini Perfume

- Business Cards

What do you guys think? Am I missing anything I really need? Or is it all a bit too much?

Check out the video below:

Love Eve xx

1. Apple Laptop

I have been a Mac user for many years & love them. Sorry to any windows fans out there but it is all personal preference & budget. I am constantly on my Macbook either working on photography stuff or blog/ youtube projects. It is my 'hub' of productively, without it I'd get very little done!

This laptop is what I also edit my blog photos (Adobe Photoshop) & youtube videos (Final Cut Pro) on.

2. iPhone 6

My iPhone is basically an extension of my laptop, when I'm out & about it's the way I keep up to date with all of my social media. It also allows me to communicate with you guys on the go too! I also use it to take & edit my Instagram photos & occasionally my blog photos if for whatever reason I can't use my DSLR camera.

3. Nikon D7100

This is the camera that I use to take my blog photos. It produces amazing high quality images & being a photographer means I can produce some cool/ creative stuff. I take all of my photos in the Manual setting as that's my preferred setting, so I can change any settings (ISO, Shutter speed, etc) I need to according to the lighting I have available at the time.

4. Products

Products, now this one kind of goes without saying but without products to photograph, review & write about generally you are very limited on content. Especially if you're running a beauty based blog.

5. Artificial lighting

This isn't pictured above as I was using it to take the photo, but I like to use artificial lighting quite often to achieve the style & lighting I want in my blog photos. This isn't necessary if you can find some where with great natural light but I just find it makes for a more professional like to the photos. I like to use an LED ring light most of the time & shoot through the gap.

So onto you guys, what would you say are your blog essentials?

Let me know in the comments!

Love Eve xx

1. Hand Maid hand sanitiser

Hand sanitiser is a must for me at all time really, especially on a day out.

You never know when you're next going to find a bathroom or sink, so hand sanitiser is ideal. If you plan on eating out, you should definitely be carrying some of this.

My favourite is this Hand Maid one by Soap & Glory as it smells really nice!

2. Sunglasses

I have really light sensitive eyes so sunglasses are must at all times.

These are just some cheap ones from Boohoo.com, I don't tend to spend loads on sunglasses because I get through so many pairs & lose so many.

3. Nude Lipstick

I always carry a nude lipstick with me, as lipstick is always the one make up product that wears off really quickly. I opt for a nude as I can easily apply a nude lipstick without a mirror & they tend to go with any make up look.

4. Lip Balm

Lip balm is something everyone should have on them, preferably one with SPF. You just never know when you're going to get dry/ chapped lips. If you have one that isn't tinted it can act as a multi-use product.

5. Face Wipes

As a 'just in case' I like to take face wipes with me on days out. They are great to wipe anything down really. 

6. Suncream

Especially in the summer months it's ideal to take some form of suncream with you, if you can get a mini sized one brilliant but they're not that easy to find. I always use a suncream which is SPF30 or higher as I am fair.

7. Body Spray

Perfume can sometimes be a little intense for the daytime so I like to use & carry a body spray on days out. You can be a bit more literal with them, but it's important to remain smelling lovely throughout your day.

8. Trip Advisor

I use Trip Advisor a lot. I don't just use it for recommendations when I'm out & about I also like to write reviews on there too! It's a website for anyone who is into travelling. You can find reviews on attractions, restaurants, hotels & more!

Love Eve xx

Nikon D7100

This is my favourite camera I own. Firstly look at it! It's beautiful (sorry I'm a nerd).

It is also the camera I use for any photo shoots I do & to film my youtube videos. So I don't know what I'd do without this camera! It's literally like a limb to me, I use it daily.

This isn't just a current essential, this is a permanent essential! Love it!

Michael Kors Watch

I couldn't tell you which watch this is (Do they even have names?) but I've had it for about 3 years & it's still perfect. It has the odd little scratch however it is practically perfect! I wear it constantly because it's beautiful as well as practical. It also has the date on the face too, which I need because otherwise I'd have no idea what day it is.

GoPro Hero 3+ Black Edition

Yes another camera. This camera is completely different though. I plan on doing more vlogging for my youtube channel so I have been loving using my GoPro. The quality of GoPro cameras is amazing. Would definitely recommend them, however there are still some accessories I need to get for it!

Peppersmith Lemon Mints

I got sent these mints to try & I love them! The lemon ones are the best, they're so yummy. They're also really good for your teeth as they can prevent decay! I do have a separate blog post on these, so if you'd like to read more on them & how they work click here.

Benefit Sugarbomb Lipgloss & MAC Dervish Lip Liner

This is basically my 'go to' nude lip look, which I will have a separate blog post on soon!

Love Eve xx

3. Vaseline/ Lip Balm

I always like to keep a lip balm or tub of Vaseline on my bedside table as I like to apply some before I go to sleep. That way it has all night to moisturise my lips without me drinking or eating, which can rub it off. This also comes in extra handy if you're ill, as Vaseline can be used for anything.

Currently I'm using Vaseline Pink Bubbly.

4. Hand cream

Hand cream is again something I like to apply at night as it gives it time to sink into the skin. However I do also spend a lot of time in the day working sat on my bed so it's also handy (haha, get it) then too. At the moment I'm using Soap & Glory's Hand Food.

This hand cream is great as it is non-greasy.

5. A book

I don't read much these days, but I want to. So I've actively been trying to make myself read more. I find keeping a book on my bedside table encourages me to read more, even if it's just a few pages before I go to sleep. I sometimes find it makes me a little sleepy, where as sometimes watching tv keeps me awake. The book that I'm currently reading is The Glam Guide.

Love Eve xx