Struggling to make it until the weekend? Check out this yummy smoothie for a midweek pick me up, that’ll keep you going until Friday 🙂
– 2 Bananas –
– 1 cup of Blueberries –
– 1/2 an Apple –
– Small handful of Chia Seeds –
– 1 cup of Almond Milk –
ENJOY!
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So, after thinking about it for a while, I finally subscribed to Glossybox! I love Birchbox, but I’m excited to try out a new beauty box for a few months, just to see which one personally suits me more 🙂
The first thing I noticed was the ridiculously cute packaging! I love the pink box with all of the products tied up in a bow, it’s very nicely presented. Anyway, here’s what I got…
1. Naobay Calming Face Toner – £10.65. This is a citrus scented liquid toner, which calms, hydrates, cleanses and removes makeup – win win? Simply place a few drops on a cotton pad and wipe away! For the money, I feel you get a really good size amount of product and I just adore the packaging! So glossy 😉
2. SASS Purifying Cleanser – £7. This in-shower formula works as a probiotic to balance your skins PH levels and ensure everyday freshness. I’ve not used this yet and I’ve actually never used a cleanser specifically for your intimate area before, but perhaps this’ll revolutionise my shower routine!
3. Emite Artist Colour Powder Blush (108) – £20.59. This ‘blunzer’ as Glossybox have dubbed it is a really pretty shade. It can be used for blush, contouring or just adding a little glow to your face and I’m definitely a fan. However… I find the price for a blush a little steep, so I’ll have to think about when it runs out if I’m ready to commit to an actual purchase. If you’re not fazed by this however, I recommend trying this pretty blush.
4. Manna Kadar Lash Primer – £14.55. This creamy formula nourishes your lashes leaving them conditioned and voluminous! You can use it as a base primer or after you’ve taken off your makeup as an overnight conditioner for your lashes. I quite like this product, I mean I wouldn’t necessarily say it works miracles and gives me that fake lash look (without the fake lashes) but it does give me a nice base to apply my mascara on.
5. MeMeMe Lipglide In Playful Peach – £6.95. This is a peachy coral colour lip crayon which has a velvety feel when applied. Unfortunately I’m not a big fan of the colour itself and perhaps if this was in a deeper pink or red colour I’d be able to give it a better review, sorry!
Overall, I really enjoyed this months box and I’m definitely looking forward to receiving both boxes next month to see which beauty box is my favourite!
– Which beauty boxes are your favourite? –
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Let’s start the weekend off right!
This smoothie is packed full of antioxidants and did I also mention it tastes delicious!? Go Go Go.
~ 1 cup of Strawberries ~
~ 1 cup of Raspberries ~
~ 1 Banana ~
~ Almond Milk ~
~ A sprinkle of coconut sugar ~
Enjoyyyyyyy 🙂
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I love lip balms and it’s a good job really as they’re the only beauty item I always seem to lose. I always have one to hand in whatever handbag I take out for that day, but I don’t think I’ve ever made it through a whole tin of Vaseline without it magically disappearing…
Anyway, I’m a firm believer that everyone should have at least 1 lip balm in their beauty bag and these are my personal favourites! (In no particular order).
1. Vaseline Lip Therapy Rosy Lips – £1.95 (Boots). Vaseline Lip Therapy helps maintain the skin’s natural moisture barrier to form a protective shield between your lips and the elements. It instantly softens and soothes dry lips and leaves a lovely sheer pink tint for those days when you leave your lipstick at home. This product is great for keeping in your handbag and for the price, you can’t go wrong 🙂
2. Carmex Lip Balm – £1.65 (Boots). This classic lip balm contains ingredients such as menthol, camphor and beeswax which leaves a slight little tingling sensation once applied to soothe and smooth lips. I love the tingly feel when this is applied and I really recommend this product if your lips are in need of a bit of TLC.
3. EOS in Strawberry Sorbet – £3.25 (Amazon). Packed with antioxidant-rich vitamin E, soothing shea butter and jojoba oil, EOS keeps your lips moist, soft and silky smooth. I love the cute little sphere shape of this product and the smell is amazing!
4. Lush Bubblegum Lip Scrub – £5.50 (Lush Cosmetics). Prep your lips with this scrub to ensure your lipstick glides on and stays put. Just apply with your finger and let the exfoliating sugar and softening jojoba oil scrub away dead skin and infuse moisture to rejuvenate your smile. The most expensive out of my top 5 but did I mention that it’s ridiculously tasty!? ❤
5. Burt’s Bees Beeswax Lip Balm – £3.14 (Feel Unique). This natural lip balm is loaded with coconut and sunflower oils, rich in vitamins and essential fatty acids, to nourish, condition and soften your lips. This glides on easy and lasts a long time once applied, a great product for keeping chapped lips at bay.
– What are your favourite lip balms? –
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So, it’s that time again! Here’s my August Birchbox 🙂
This months box was #BeautyJunkie and I received the following products…
1. Rituals: Ayurveda Scrub – £10. This is an exfoliating scrub with a really pretty fragrance! You’re recommended to use it once or twice a week and so far I’m really liking it. The smell is lovely and it leaves my face feeling refreshed.
2. Kebelo: Clarifying Shampoo – £13.95. This is a deep cleansing shampoo to be used maybe once a month to give your hair a bit of a boost. I’ve not actually tried this yet, but for the price I’m hoping it’s amazing. I usually use Aussie products which are a lot less expensive
3. Huygens: Exfoliating Cream – £17.90. Another exfoliating cream this month, but unlike the other this is gentle enough for daily use! Simply massage into the skin and rinse away. This is quite a creamy scrub and I like how it feels, however I’m not one for the smell! It’s quite potent and I can only describe it as being very citrus.
4. Lord & Berry: Blush – £17. This is actually the first Lord & Berry product I own! I’ve been thinking about trying them for a while, so I was pleased to receive this sample. This is a ‘suits all skintone’ shade and for my very pale skin it is a nice little pop of colour. I’m excited to try more from them.
5. The Balm Cosmetics: Balm Desert Bronzer – £15. Bronzers in general for me have always been something I avoid. Unless I’ve been on holiday or fake tan for a special occasion, I’m too pasty to get away with Bronzer! I am willing to try it out however, so I’ll definitely keep this sample for a day I’m feeling brave PLUS how cute is the sample box?!
6. Formula 10.0.6: Overnight Success Spot Minimizing Patches – £2.95. Infused with Tea Tree and Grape Seed these cleansing patches work on your blemishes overnight whilst you sleep to help improve the look of your skin. I love these patches and I’ll definitely buy more.
And lastly we got… Birchbox emoji stickers! And well, who doesn’t love stickers?
Overall again I really enjoyed this months box! I love that I got to try new products and also receive samples from brands I’ve been meaning to buy from. I can’t wait for the next.
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– There’s more to life than hair but it’s a good place to start –
I’m always looking out for products and treatments that help keep my hair silky soft and in tip top condition. With all of the colouring and highlighting over the years, finding a conditioner that works is at the top of my list!
For around 2 months I’ve been using Aussie 3 Minute Miracle Luscious Long Deep Treatment and I love it! My hair isn’t in an awful condition, it just needs every now and then a little boost to ensure it stays looking healthy and this is perfect for me.
So what is this? Aussie 3 Minute Miracle is an intensive deep conditioning treatment, especially designed for long hair. This intensive treatment formula, with Australian Eucalyptus extract and Avocado oil nourishes from root to tip! In essence, it cares for dry and damaged long hair by helping to reduce breakage associated with combing.
How do I use? Simple! After shampooing slather on the conditioner and leave on for around 3 minutes, then rinse 🙂 I personally use it after every 4-5 washes as that’s all I need for my hair. However to use it’s all down to personal preference and your own hair care needs.
I highly recommend this product if you’re looking for a conditioner that will help keep your hair smooth but full of life if it just needs a lift every now and then (see photo). However, if your hair is perhaps in need of a really deep condition and is in a less than ideal state, it might not be for you. Whilst it works really well for me, for dry/brittle hair I’d go for Aussie 3 Minute Miracle Reconstructor Conditioner 🙂
– What are your go-to hair care products? –
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I honestly can’t get enough of this Soigné nail polish! It’s just such a pretty colour, which is perfect for Summer 🙂
– Soigné Nail Polish in Lavande (2 coats) –
– Butter London Nail Lacquer in Lovely Jubbly (1 coat Scattered) –
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So, it’s the end of the month and I thought I’d do a blog about the 10 things I’ve been loving in July!
1. Aussie 3 Minute Miracle Reconstructor Conditioner! I’ll do a blog post on this soon as it’s my favourite product at the moment, which keeps my hair silky soft.
2. Spiralized food! I am obsessed with spiralizing courgettes and carrots as an alternative to pasta. If you’ve not spiralized yet, I recommend it.
3. Nude Lipstick! I’ve always been a bit cautious about nude lipsticks, but Rimmel Londons new collection is amazing. My favourite shade is number 42.
4. Simple Night Cream. At the moment I just need a night cream that keeps my skin dry free! I’m prone to dry patches and this helps keep them at bay.
5. 90210!! I’m tentatively awaiting September/ October to come around when all of the TV seasons start up again and so whilst I wait, I decided to give 90210’s first season a second whirl. I completely forgot how much of a crush I had on Ethan… TEAM NAOMI!
6. How To Build A Girl, by Caitlin Moran. I loveeeeee this writer and I’m currently reading her new book ❤ I’ll do a review on this soon, she’s my favourite!
7. Soigné Nail Varnish in Lavande. This was in my BirchBox and I can’t get enough of this colour. It’s perfect for Summer.
8. Treacle Moon Body Wash in Raspberry Kiss. This is possibly the loveliest smelling body wash ever. I love Treacle Moon, go try them!
9. Carex Hand Gel (Strawberry Laces). I think I have a problem as I can’t stop using this…
And lastly, I am LOVING SUMMER!! Hand me a Sangria and bring on August!
~ I’m just a girl who loves mascara – Emilia Clarke ~
I love mascara, I can’t leave the house without it!! Being blonde, I need a mascara that is going to make my light coloured lashes stand out and be noticed. I honestly can’t speak highly enough of Benefits They’re Real mascara as it’s been my go-to for quite some time now; however I’m all about trying new makeup products and so I thought I’d try Max Factor Masterpiece Transform Mascara in black.
I’m quite prepared to spend a mini fortune on mascara, but I’m pleased to say that this one is quite reasonably priced at £9.99 (Boots/ Superdrug).
The applicator/Wand is quite slim in design and the bristles are relatively short. I like this feature however as you can get really close to the base of your lashes to ensure a thorough coat of mascara is applied. I always apply 2 coats to my lashes due to how light they are, and I have to say I’m impressed with this mascara!
The product comes in two colours, black and black/brown and states that it is suitable for sensitive eyes and contact lens wearers too.
It didn’t clump my lashes together and it definitely caught all the little lashes in the corners of my eyes as well ensuring my lower lashes stood out also. For the price of this mascara, I’d definitely buy it again and recommend it to my friends who perhaps don’t want to spend the earth on beauty products.
If you’re after a new mascara; either from not liking the one you’re currently using, or if you’re a bit like me and just love trying new things… Give it a go 🙂
– What mascaras are you loving lately!? –
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Cleansing Water Or Makeup Wipes?
When I first started to hear about cleansing water, I admit I was a little skeptical… I think it was because of the word ‘water’, it made the product sound perhaps a tiny bit lackluster? Sometimes I wear a lot of makeup, so I need a product that’s going to get all of this off! However, I have to say I’m pleasantly surprised
I’ve always loved Simple’s brand of makeup wipes. They work for me and I’m all about finding that product/cosmetic that suits you. Simple doesn’t irritate my skin or leave it blotchy and it takes off my makeup, so finding a new product was a bit of a makeup leap for me haha 🙂
Garnier Micellar Cleansing Water is just £3.00 in Boots and this heavy duty cleanser gives (approximately) 200 uses. Like all micellar cleansers, it’s also gentle enough to use on eyes and lips and is completely perfume free, yay!
To use it’s pretty simple, place some drops onto some cotton wool or pads and wipe! As you’ll see from the photo, all my eye makeup disappeared (mascara + eyeliner) and there wasn’t an ounce of foundation left! My skin felt clean and fresh and I didn’t feel as if any makeup had been left on before bed.
There’s many brands out there now, all ranging in price but if you’re looking for a cheaper option, but in by no means cheap in product I recommend this brand. I’ll definitely be trying out other options, I might be a cleansing water convert!
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