tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4026522463930780612024-03-22T04:07:24.330+00:00 ROSIE LOVES LIFEFashion, Beauty and LifestyleAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02340734987905339737noreply@blogger.comBlogger69125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-402652246393078061.post-10508508456385350002016-10-17T07:30:00.000+01:002016-10-17T07:30:20.073+01:00A Little Homeware Haul<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Would you believe it? Me doing a homeware haul! In the whole time I've been blogging I've never done a homeware post, but hey, there's a first for everything, right?<br />
Technically this isn't all from one big shopping spree but over a course of a few weeks and I thought it would be quite nice to save up all the things I've bought to go in my bedroom and actually write a blog post. You may have seen a few of these already on my instagram but I wanted to put them all together in one place.<br />
Now i'm just dying to show you what I got.<br />
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<b><u><span style="color: #741b47;">Cushions</span></u></b><br />
I've wanted some pretty cushions for my bed for while now and managed to pick up these two little square ones for under £10. I was in <a href="http://www.newlook.com/shop/womens/home_5460015?No=0&Nrpp=120" rel="nofollow">New Look</a> when I came across the "Dream Like A Unicorn" one (£5.99) and it was the last one sitting on the shelf in their reduced section. Well you can imagine my delight, so now this sit's on my bed and reminds me to be happy every night before I go to sleep!<br />
The Applique Owl cushion (£3.99) happened to find it's way into my basket on a recent visit to <a href="http://www.homebargains.co.uk/" rel="nofollow">Home Bargains</a> along with a few other items. Sadly, I couldn't find it on line to put a link, so if you ever go into one of their stores it's a case of grab it while you see it.<br />
Both of these cushion are small enough not to take too much space on my bed but cute enough to make it look a bit more girly.<br />
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One of the things I love about Autumn is having the wonderful smell of candles burning and getting all cosy in the evening. The reason I was in Home Bargains in the first place was because I was trying to hunt down this Wickford and Co Gingerbread candle I'd seen in Saira's <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JXVaj1nsZAY" rel="nofollow">You Tube</a> video and she had mentioned how wonderful it smelt. After searching in a few stores, I finally found the very last one left on the shelf! It's a really great bargain at only £2.99 and it looks almost identical shape to another more expensive brand! I couldn't wait to start burning this one (as you can see!) and it has the most gorgeous sweet spicy fragrance, it reminds me of the wonderful aroma in my kitchen after I've been doing some baking and this candle really does have the smell of freshly made gingerbread. At such a great price I also couldn't resist picking up the Halloween candle as well, which I've yet to use but it does have a wonderful warm, spicy fragrance.<br />
If you love the smell of pumpkin then I promise you'll love this Lindsay Lucas Pumpkin Pie Candle. I picked mine up from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/239204216/pumpkin-pie-scented-candle-pumpkin" rel="nofollow">Etsy</a> for £4.99 and it smells divine and it's literally as though I've just served up a slice of pumpkin pie!<br />
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I wanted to add some warmth to my bedroom and thought gold tones would be perfect. So continuing with the candle theme I was so happy when I spotted this rose gold tea light holder in Card Factory for £1.99, can't complain at that price. The funny thing was I that I'd not even gone in to the shop thinking about home accessories. I'd popped into pick up some wrapping paper. Well it now looks so cute sitting on a shelf in my bedroom.<br />
This pretty gold hanging heart also came from Card Factory and cost me £1.49! Yay, another bargain, and it looks quite at home hanging on my dressing table mirror.<br />
Something I was in need of was some extra storage for my makeup brushes and I've seen quite a few about like this one in <a href="http://www.wilko.com/pencil-cases/wilko-rose-golden-pen-pot/invt/0433515" rel="nofollow">Wilkinsons</a> and thought this would be just the thing to keep all my brushes tidy. However, I'd already got an unused one in black which was in my office but didn't quite go with the theme in my bedroom. So my other half very kindly painted it with some gold paint that he had left over (which you can get in most hardware stores) and hey presto, it's now home to some of my makeup brushes and looks so pretty sitting on my dressing table.<br />
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I picked up this mini hanging storage rack in Poundland and absolutely loved the pretty detail on it which I thought would be handy to store some of my most used lipsticks and jewellery, so they would be easy to get to everyday. It originally came in white so my other half painted this in gold as well to match everything else. I'm one very happy lady!<br />
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I fell in love with this absolutely gorgeous copper foil print as soon as <a href="https://twitter.com/dorkfaceblog" rel="nofollow">Jemma</a> put it on her <a href="https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/468599004/copper-foil-print-a4-glossy?ref=shop_home_active_6" rel="nofollow">Etsy</a> store. I'd been eyeing it up for a few days and in the end I just had to get it. While I was waiting for it to arrive I picked up this beautiful gold frame from <a href="http://www.wilko.com/all-photo-frames/wilko-dorchester-photo-frame-gold-effect-12inx10in/invt/0213567" rel="nofollow">Wilkinsons</a> for £5.50 to continue with the gold theme in my bedroom. I'm extremely happy with this lovely print and it just looks adorable hanging on my wall!<br />
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So that brings me to end of my very first homeware haul and I'm so pleased I've done it all on a budget. Now my bedroom really is looking all warm and cosy.<br />
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If you know me by now, you'll know how much I love doing my nails with my favourite nail polish. However, I don't always have the time, or the patience, to sit and wait for each coat to dry for my perfectly manicured nails.<br />
I've always wanted to try nail art, but me doing something that fiddly would most probably end up a disaster. So you can imagine how excited I was when I got hold of a set of Dinki Belle Nail Wraps.<br />
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<a href="https://dinkibelle.co.uk/collections/runway-collection/products/marble-nail-wraps" rel="nofollow">Dinki Belle</a> is a small brand in the UK but they offer a wide range of beautiful, colourful nail wraps and I was so delighted to be able to try out the Marble set. Instantly instagramable! I think they are the perfect treat for a night out or that very special occasion where you want something a little different to your normal nail polish.<br />
For £6.99 you get 20 nail wraps which come in the a cute little drawstring bag, complete with easy to follow instructions, a nail file and a manicure stick. What a bargain.<br />
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I began by prepping my nails as I would normally do, filing and buffing to get my own nails into a shape I was happy with. Next I selected a nail wrap for each of my nails and found that there was one that fit the shape of my nails perfectly, however they are easy to trim into shape for a better fit as I later found out.<br />
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<li>Select the size to suit your nail and remove the clear cover</li>
<li>Lift the wrap using the silver tab and apply to nail smoothing out any wrinkles</li>
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And hey presto, I had beautiful marble nails.<br />
Dinki Belle do suggest using a top coat, so I just applied my normal Barry M top coat over each nail wrap.<br />
I found the first couple of attempts a bit tricky because I don't have a very steady hand so I had to use one of the nail wraps which needed to be trimmed, but I had no problem fitting it the shape of my nail. Afterwards I managed to do all of my nails and they looked absolutely amazing.<br />
On the packaging <a href="https://dinkibelle.co.uk/collections/runway-collection/products/marble-nail-wraps" rel="nofollow">Dinki Belle</a> say the nail wraps lasts up to 14 days, I was so pleased that mine lasted 11 days which is pretty good going considering they are basically stickers and I do think applying the top coat helped. I've even got some left so I could be a bit creative and apply a marble nail wrap on alternate fingers with a normal nail polish in between.<br />
I think these are the cutest nail wraps I've ever seen and will probably buy another set for a special ocassion I have coming up soon.<br />
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I always find Autumn to be quite a tricky season to style an outfit as you're never sure what the weather's going to be like when you leave the house in the morning, freezing temperatures and drizzly rain one minute or a blistering heatwave the next.<br />
I've been wanting to update my wardrobe for a while now after having a huge clear out of items that I no longer wear. I needed to add a few key pieces in Autumnal colours that would see me through the next few months. And I've found just the most perfect dress!<br />
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I had great fun browsing through all the gorgeous clothes and cute accessories on the <a href="http://www.sammydress.com/?lkid=351834" rel="nofollow">Sammydress</a> website, where there is something that will suit everyone's style. After spending absolutely ages looking at all the wonderful items they have, I finally decided to go for this beautiful <a href="http://www.sammydress.com/product2977526.html?lkid=351834" rel="nofollow">Suedette Dress</a>* in burnt orange as I thought the colour would really stand out on a grey day in the UK. It also seemed the perfect transitional piece to add to my Autumn wardrobe.<br />
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I absolutely adore this long sleeve, shirt style dress as it's made of soft cotton material which feels very luxurious and much more expensive than it actually is. It has buttons down the front half of the dress, which can be done right up to the neck but I chose to leave a few open to give it a collar so I was able to wear my favourite silver diamante necklace. The dress has deep pockets on the hips and a thick elasticated waistline which give it a very flattering shape. I like the pleats at the back and around the waist as I think they add some extra detail. This dress is really versatile and is going to be so easy to style going into the colder weather too. It's going to become one of my fashion favourites!<br />
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To complete my outfit I've added a denim jacket, which I've had hanging in my wardrobe for ages, and my favourite wide brimmed fedora. I absolutely love this outfit and feel it's perfect for Autumn.<br />
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I've been so excited at the thought of trying out a sheet style mask ever since they came on the beauty scene a while back. They are wonderful little masks full of amazing ingredients and promise to give super hydration to the skin, which is just what I need when we're going into a new season where my skin can start to feel a little bit drier than it normally does.<br />
The <a href="http://vitamasques.com/shop/hydro-face-mask-rose-of-jericho" rel="nofollow">Vitamasques Hydro Face Mask</a> has been designed to give super hydration thanks to the Artificial Moisturising Factor (AMF) which enhances the skin ability to retain moisture for up to 120 hours, that's nearly a whole week! It also contains extracts of Rose of Jericho for an extra moisturising boost, which is fabulous if you're like me and can suffer from dry, dehydrated skin.<br />
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Vitamasque suggest thoroughly cleansing and toning before applying the mask and then sitting back to relax for 30 minutes, sitting quiet for that length of time was going to be a challenge in itself as I'm used to a mask that only takes 15 minute, so I popped on some relaxing music and prepared to be pampered.<br />
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I thought the Hydro Face Mask was going to be made from a cotton sheet type material impregnated with the product but instead it consists of a face shaped gel which comes in 2 parts. I applied the mask to my face which I found really easy to do and smoothed it carefully over my skin. Due to the type of material it's made of it sticks to the face so easily without slipping off.<br />
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After about 15 minutes I did start to have a tingling sensation on my skin and I thought I may be having a reaction, but as this has happened before with a wonderful minty clay mask I've used and been fine with, I decided to just go with it and give the Hydro Face Mask the full length of time to work it's magic.<br />
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However, after the 30 minutes I was so relieved to be able to remove the mask as the tingling sensation had got worse. I followed the instructions for removing the mask and gently massaged any remaining product into my skin which soaked in really well without leaving any sticky residue behind.<br />
My skin did feel soft and hydrated but it also looked extremely red and felt really itchy, so after a while I splashed some cold water on my face to soothe it down a little. I think there may have been something in this mask that I found didn't agree with my sensitive skin, which I'm a little bit disappointed with as I'd heard such wonderful things about the Vitamasques Hydro Face Mask. This mask may be perfect for someone else with normal or dry skin who wants an extra moisture boost, but sadly it wasn't for me.<br />
Unfortunately, it took a good few days for the redness and sensitivity to settle down, so next time I shall be sticking with my usual clay or mud style masks to give my complexion a refresh or for my weekly pamper routine.<br />
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It's not only the start of a new month but October is officially the start of Autumn, with hot chocolates, cosy nights in and pumpkin or gingerbread candles creating that warm, homely smell.<br />
As I start a new page in my diary I thought it would be quite nice to share 7 goals I'd like to achieve this month.<br />
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I'm planning on making a few changes to my blog over the next month that will hopefully be for the better. There will be a brand new header for a start (edit - I now have my new header), which I'm really excited about, and I'm looking into layouts that will have all of my social media links and contact details in one place, plus a better menu and About Me section. So please bear with me while I put these adjustments into place.<br />
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<b><u><span style="color: #741b47;">Save Money</span></u></b><br />
I've been promising myself I would do this for a while but it is a real weakness of mine, I'll see a fab new eyeshadow palette that I really must have or a pair of shoes that I can't live without and before you know it my money's just slipped through my fingers. One of the things I'm aiming for is a new camera as mine is getting a bit old and tired now and I'm not able to achieve the quality of photos I'd like. So if I want to carry on taking photos for my blog I need to be oh so strict with myself!<br />
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<b><u><span style="color: #741b47;">Get Ahead of myself</span></u></b><br />
At the moment I've already planned what blog posts I'd like to write weeks before, but my aim is to actually have the whole blog post typed up, with photos and scheduled at least 2 weeks ahead of myself. This way I'm not left trying to upload a day or two prior to publishing day and be at risk of anything going wrong at the last minute, but it still leaves me room to type up a post where I've had a sudden moment of inspiration.<br />
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<b><u><span style="color: #741b47;">Upload more to Snapchat</span></u></b><br />
I've been told a number of times that it's good to get to know the blogger behind the blog and apart from the odd video here and there, Snapchat (or Insta Stories) is something I've not really had the confidence to do very much. I love watching other peoples, so I'm going to make every effort to let you see more behind the scenes and that'll also mean keeping my room tidy more often!<br />
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<b><u><span style="color: #741b47;">Start A Craft</span></u></b><br />
Now this one could be interesting as I am the least crafty or creative person ever when it comes to making things, well apart from baking cakes. So I'm thinking of something simple to start me off, like homemade cards to send to friends or family for their birthday or Christmas.<br />
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<b><u><span style="color: #741b47;">Stop worrying so much</span></u></b><br />
I'm not the worlds most confident person which will probably come across in any videos I upload. I worry about people not liking me or even reading my blog, plus it takes me forever to phrase a tweet incase I make myself look stupid. So I'm just going to accept that not everyone will like who I am or what I do, I'm fine with that, and just enjoy being me and the life I have.<br />
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<b><u><span style="color: #741b47;">Watch at least one movie for Halloween</span></u></b><br />
No, nothing too scary, but something lighthearted and what better opportunity than two of The Girl Gang (<a href="https://twitter.com/TheGirlGangHQ" rel="nofollow">@TheGirlGangHQ</a>) Halloween themed movie nights throughout October, Sabrina, The Teenage Witch and Hocus Pocus. It just so happens that my friend has both of these on DVD so I'll invite her round to watch them with me, she can bring the nibbles too as I'm on a spending ban!<br />
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Well, here we are again, another month has passed by and I'm searching through all of my beauty products to see what I've really enjoyed using the most throughout September. Can you believe that Summer has been and gone, and we're now going into Autumn which I'm really looking forward to so much this year, it could be my new favourite season. My pumpkin candle has already been lit a couple of evenings this week and I've been eyeing up all the gorgeous new coats and knitwear that are in the shops right now. And I've even been making plans for Christmas, which is so organised for me it's unreal! One thing I can't bring myself to enjoy is a Pumpkin Spice Latte, yuk, it's just too milky for my liking, no I'll always be a cappuccino girl!<br />
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I have a lot of new additions this month so I'd better stop chatting and talk you through what's made it into this month's beauty favourites.<br />
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<a href="http://www.superdrug.com/Sleek/Sleek-MakeUP-Highlighter-palette-Solstice-9g-32/p/576803" rel="nofollow">Sleek MakeUP Highlighter Palette - Solstice</a><br />
This little beauty had been on my wishlist for what seemed like forever and I just hadn't got round to buying it, but at the beginning of September I was extremely lucky enough to win one in a competition which was run by lovely Holly from <a href="https://twitter.com/closingwinter" rel="nofollow">Closing Winter</a>. And wow, it is just amazing. With 4 different highlighters all in one palette, three powder and one cream, it covers just about everything I need from some shimmer on my cheeks to adding a lift to my brow bone. The pigmentation is just incredible so you don't need to use too much and I found it best to use my finger tip for the cream highlighter.<br />
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<a href="http://uk.lizearle.com/cleanse-and-polish-hot-cloth-cleanser.html?gclid=CIGlyMrTtM8CFcEp0wod7iIPvw&gclsrc=aw.ds" rel="nofollow">Liz Earle Cleanse And Polish Hot Cloth </a><a href="http://uk.lizearle.com/cleanse-and-polish-hot-cloth-cleanser.html?gclid=CIGlyMrTtM8CFcEp0wod7iIPvw&gclsrc=aw.ds" rel="nofollow">Cleanser</a><br />
I fell in love with this wonderful cleanser after buying the mini sample size in Boots, so before that one ran out I had to purchase the full size product and have been using it to cleanse my face ever since. It's a gorgeous rich, creamy consistency and full of natural ingredients, it's so gentle on my skin but still very effective at removing all of my make up. My complexion looks really radiant and my skin feels so soft. I've loved that my skin doesn't feel all dry and tight after using this cleanser, but it still felt really clean. This is definitely going to be repurchased after I have finished using this bottle!<br />
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<a href="http://www.boots.com/en/NYX-Butter-Lipstick_1770356/" rel="nofollow">NYX Butter Lipstick</a> in shade Hunk<br />
This is the perfect addition to my Autumn make up bag as not only is it a gorgeous plum colour but I found it to be a cross between a lip balm and a lipstick, just right for the colder weather. My lips felt really soft and hydrated after using this lipstick. It has amazing staying power, I only had to reapply it once throughout the day which is pretty good for a moisturising lipstick. I also think it's a great lipstick for everyday use as the colour isn't too overpowering, plus it's such a bargain for just £5.50!<br />
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<a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Natural-Collection-Nail-Colour_24247/" rel="nofollow">Natural Collection Nail Colour</a> in Black Cherry<br />
I realised that most of my nail polishes are summer shades, so I'd decided to pick up at least one new colour that was more Autumnal. Natural Collection is a brand I've only just recently discovered and if I'd have known the nail varnish was going to be this good I'd have picked up another shade at the time. At first I thought it may be quite fiddly to apply as it only has a short handle and a thin brush, but no, it was completely the opposite! The polish is super glossy with a slight glitter effect and this shade is just gorgeous. It dries really quickly and I do find I need to apply a couple of coats to get a solid colour, however the nail polish lasts for quite a few days, which is amazing considering they are only £1.99. <br />
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<a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Natural-Collection-Solo-Eyeshadow_24267/" rel="nofollow">Natural Collection Solo Eyeshadow</a> in shade Asteroid<br />
I had a slight mishap with a beloved eyeshadow palette and my favourite shade is no more. I didn't want to fork out for a whole new palette just for one eyeshadow, so while I was looking at the nail polishes I had a browse to see if I could find a single replacement. This single eyeshadow is the perfect one, it's the prettiest khaki brown shade with a slight gold shimmer to it so it's great for my everyday make up routine. The colour is buildable so I will start off going in light all over my eyelid and then add a bit more to the outer edges for a slightly deeper colour. I find this wonderful little pot of eyeshadow easy to apply and it blends in lovely for a really soft finish. The colour lasted all day but I do use a primer underneath as I would with all of my eyeshadows and this can really make a difference.<br />
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<a href="http://www.boots.com/en/NYX-Make-up-setting-spray-dewy-finish-long-lasting_1771313/" rel="nofollow">NYX Setting Spray in Dewy Finish</a><br />
I was so happy when my local Boots started stocking the NYX make up range but I swear they need to move it's position now as I'm becoming slightly addicted to it! Anyway, I was after a setting spray that wasn't too powdery as they can be extra drying on my already dry skin. Honestly, this one is just amazing and keeps my make up looking fresh and dewy throughout the day. It's lightweight and so comfortable to wear and gives my make up that little extra staying power so I don't have to do any touch ups during the day. Fabulous!<br />
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<a href="http://www.blankcanvascosmetics.com/products/hot-pink-f20-flat-buffer-brush-hd-face-collection.html" rel="nofollow">Blank Canvas Cosmetics Flat Buffer Brush</a> (no F20)<br />
This one actually came with my July Glossy Box but I've been so impressed with it that of course it had to feature in my monthly favourites. The brush is super soft with short flat bristles making it easy to blend in my foundation and gives a really natural, flawless finish. I absolutely love it and it's just the best foundation brush I have ever tried.<br />
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<a href="http://www.ameliamoss.com/natural-oils-clays/cleansers-toners/organic-rose-water.html" rel="nofollow">Amelia Moss Rose Water</a>*<br />
I've been really enjoying using this gorgeous Rose Water toner as part of my skincare routine. It doesn't leave my skin feeling stripped of all it's natural oils and it's so refreshing to use. I absolutely love the delicate rose fragrance which isn't too overpowering. This is 100% natural and can be used as a cleanser as well. If you'd like to read my full review you'll be able to find that <a href="http://rosieloveslife.blogspot.co.uk/2016/09/amelia-moss-skincare.html">here</a>.<br />
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What have your favourite beauty products been this month? Have you ever tried any of these? How did you get on with any you've tried?<br />
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You know those times when you walk down the same street you've walked down a hundred times before and you're in your own little world, thinking about a million and one things you have to do. Well it was one of those occasions when a friend, who I'd not seen in ages, stopped me to say hello. We chatted for a bit and caught up with what was happening in each other's lives, when she suddenly asked me if I'd ever been in Molly's Tea Room and she pointed towards the shop that we were standing right outside. I had to admit I didn't even know it was there! She asked me if I'd got time for a quick cup of tea and it just so happened that particular day I was on top of my very long to do list. So in we went.<br />
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<a href="http://www.mollystearoom.co.uk/about.html" rel="nofollow">Molly's Tea Room</a> is a 1940s style tea room which is reminiscent of Lyon's Tea Shops and they were extremely popular before the war up until the 1960s. Don't get me wrong, I love going into one of the larger coffee shops for my favourite flavoured coffee, but sometimes I just fancy going in somewhere a little less busy and without all the noise from machinery. Molly's Tea Room seemed the perfect place.<br />
When my friend and I first entered the tea room we were immediately greeted by a really lovely assistant who introduced herself as Maya and she showed us to a table. We were given a menu and Maya left us for a few minutes to have a look through so we could decide what we'd like to have. We were really spoilt for choice as there was everything from homemade cakes, a selection of sandwiches, salads, jacket potatoes or even a all day breakfast. There's also the option for an Afternoon Tea at £13 per person, however they do require 24 hours notice and a deposit, which is a wonderful idea for a special occasion. I decided to go for a slice of Victoria sponge, which is one of my favourites, and a pot of tea.<br />
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While we were waiting for our order to arrive, I took the opportunity to have a look around. One thing I noticed is that even though it was a busy afternoon in Molly's, there was a very relaxed atmosphere in there and not one of the members of staff seemed stressed. I felt as though I had stepped back in time and popped into a neighbours house for cup of tea and a slice of cake. There were ornate wooden shelves full of pretty floral crockery and other cute little trinkets, just as though you would've seen in someone's kitchen. I couldn't resist taking a few photos!<br />
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Maya returned with our order and it was a real delight to find the large floral tea pot was covered in a cute, pink hand knitted tea cosy just like my Grandmother used to have. We had a quick chat with Maya who explained that all of the cakes were freshly made that day by ladies who worked there. The huge slice of Victoria sponge looked gorgeous and tasted absolutely delicious, so light and fluffy and the tea was probably the best cup of tea I've had in a tea shop for quite a while. I definitely got my moneys worth!<br />
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After we had finished we got up to pay at the counter and that's when I noticed all of the other delicious cakes, it was way too tempting to have a slice of something else! I managed to resist it though so maybe I'll do that on my next visit.<br />
One of the nicest things about Molly's, as well as the food, was that the other customers seemed as happy and relaxed as I was, no one was complaining or being rude Even the staff were extremely friendly and really seemed to enjoy working there, no matter how rushed off their feet they may have been. It was such a homely environment that I felt like I should have offered to help with the washing up. I can't believe I've never noticed this beautiful, quaint little tea room before!<br />
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Does anyone really love cleaning their makeup brushes? It can seem like a real chore but I do try and clean mine at least once a week, however I will admit to sometimes using a dab of makeup remover on a cotton pad to wipe over the brush, especially if it's been a busy week and I've just not had time to clean them properly or I want to use my favourite blending brush for a neutral eye shadow and it's still full of yesterdays dark smokey eye shades.<br />
I know, surely there's an easier way to get just one or two brushes clean and without going through all the hassle of waiting for them to dry afterwards?<br />
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Hurray, there certainly is! This little tin from <a href="https://twitter.com/BeautyEssUK" rel="nofollow">Beauty Essentials</a> means a quick swipe and you can use the same brush to switch between eyeshadows. Sound good?<br />
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<a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Shadow-Switch-Brush-Cleaner-Removes/dp/B01CPIUWK2/ref=sr_1_1_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1473262680&sr=8-1&keywords=shadow+switch" rel="nofollow">Shadow Switch</a>* is a dry brush cleaner (yes, dry) so there's no need for water or baby shampoo and waiting for ages for your brushes to dry before swapping to a different shade of eyeshdow.<br />
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This little tin contains a spongy, wiry block and is totally refillable and promises to eliminate the possibility of product transfer between powders. It's also Eco friendly and will help preserve your brushes. So I think it's actually a quite clever tool and is so easy to use. It costs £5.99 and will soon be available from <a href="https://twitter.com/BeautyEssUK" rel="nofollow">Beauty Essentials</a> when their website launches, plus it'll also be available to purchase from Sephora, however until then if you'd like to get your hands on one then the <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Shadow-Switch-Brush-Cleaner-Removes/dp/B01CPIUWK2/ref=sr_1_1_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1473262680&sr=8-1&keywords=shadow+switch" rel="nofollow">Shadow Switch</a>* is available through Amazon.<br />
I think the packaging is super cute in pink and white stripes and it's also perfect for if you're on the go and want to do a quick clean up of a couple of brushes between changing eye shadows.<br />
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I was lucky enough to be sent a Shadow Switch to try from the lovely team at Dee & Co on behalf of <a href="https://twitter.com/BeautyEssUK" rel="nofollow">Beauty Essentials</a> and my one is in the original packaging.<br />
So how did I get on when I put it to the test?<br />
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I chose a bright blue eye shadow as that's a colour I really wouldn't want to get smudged in with a neutral shade. After swilling the brush around on the palette and making pretty patterns all over the back of my hand, I then put the little tin to the test by pressing and rotating my brush over the Shadow Switch in a circular motion until all traces of coloured powder had completely disappeared! I swiped the brush on the back of my hand just to see if the Shadow Switch* had done exactly what it said on the tin!<br />
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And guess what? There was not a scrap of blue eye shadow left on my brush, it was completely clean of any powder so I could now start to use any other colour of eye shadow without patches of blue where I didn't want them. I was absolutely amazed.<br />
The Shadow Switch didn't remove any staining from my white make up brushes but it most definitely removed any product build up from a previous colour. I wouldn't swap my weekly deep clean as I think make up brushes still need a really thorough cleanse to remove all traces of dirt and grime, but for a quick clean up in between shadow changes then the Shadow Switch* is absolutely brilliant. I shall definitely be using it from now on.<br />
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Hurray, my first fashion post for the new season! As the days get colder and the nights get darker earlier, I thought I'd dig out a few favourite autumn accessories of mine that will see me right through the next few months. I've had a huge clear out in my wardrobe lately but there are some classic items that I just can't part with and will look perfect with any new clothing I get this year.<br />
As I mentioned in my <a href="http://rosieloveslife.blogspot.co.uk/2016/09/what-i-love-about-autumn.html">Autumn</a> post, I am really getting excited about the season this year and that goes for clothing and accessories too.<br />
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<b><u><span style="color: #741b47;">Wide Brimmed, Floppy Hat</span></u></b><br />
I don't know what it is about this style but a floppy hat in a beautiful berry colour is one of my all time favourite looks for Autumn. As well as looking stylish, it helps keep my head warm and is a saviour on a bad hair day! I love wearing mine with a floaty dress and chunky boots but it would look equally as good worn with a layered look, a pair of jeans and a pair of ankle boots. There are so many shapes and styles of hats around that there will be one to suit everybody.<br />
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<b><u><span style="color: #741b47;">Printed scarf</span></u></b><br />
A printed scarf is a chic accessory that will really give your outfit a lift, as well as keeping you keep warm. I love this beautiful plum coloured scarf with a pretty butterfly print and often wear it with a dress, oversized cardigan and boots, but it will look just as stylish worn with jeans, blazer and a knitted top.<br />
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<b><u><span style="color: #741b47;">Low Heeled Shoes</span></u></b><br />
I usually think of a pair of boots as the perfect autumn accessory but I also love wearing these low heeled, round toe shoes with a double ankle strap. They are a great way to really smarten up an outfit and I usually style them with a cute printed dress and longer length jacket or cardigan. They also look great with a pair of jeans and printed blouse. These shoes are in a very dark burgundy colour and really compliment most neutral colours of clothing in my autumn wardrobe.<br />
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<b><u><span style="color: #741b47;">The Ankle Boots</span></u></b><br />
No Autumn wardrobe would be complete without this classic accessory and it is one of my staples for this season. These brown heeled pair of ankle boots go with just about everything and I love wearing them with dresses and tights or jeans and an oversized jumper, plus they are great for kicking through the piles of leaves on the ground!<br />
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<b><u><span style="color: #741b47;">Wide Belt</span></u></b><br />
A wide belt with a large buckle will instantly make a T-shirt and a pair of jeans look even more chic. I've also worn my belt with a fit and flare dress to add a bit of detail to my outfit.<br />
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<b><u><span style="color: #741b47;">A Pair of Gloves</span></u></b><br />
I don't think I'm ready for the thick woolly gloves just yet but this time of year brings a slight chill to the air so I do have a pair of camel coloured gloves in my bag just in case. I think these are a lovely neutral shade and will go perfectly with all the berry, burgundy, green and plum tones in my autumn wardrobe.<br />
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<b><u><span style="color: #741b47;">The Large Tote Bag</span></u></b><br />
Gone away are my summer straw bags and they have been replaced with a large tote bag. Not only do they look stylish but they are incredibly practical for carrying around all my daily essentials, including a mini fold up umbrella as we all know that the British weather can catch us out with a shower or two! The tote bag I am using at the moment is this gorgeous mock croc one with 2 large handles making it easy to carry on my shoulder or have it placed in the crook of my arm. It's such a classic style that it goes with absolutely everything in my Autumn wardrobe.<br />
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<u><span style="color: #741b47;">Jewellery</span></u><br />
And of course, to complete my must have accessories for Autumn I always like to wear some pretty jewellery as it can really bring to life an other wise plain outfit. Let's not forget a deep coloured nail polish and a berry lip colour, I know technically they are for a makeup post but they had to feature somewhere on here, didn't they?<br />
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So there you have it, a few accessory essentials that I love to have in my Autumn wardrobe to help keep my outfits looking stylish throughout the season.<br />
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Thanks for reading and I hope you enjoyed my post. What essentials do you have in your Autumn wardrobe?<br />
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Quite a while ago I discovered that I really enjoyed shopping in Poundland, you can safely say I am slightly addicted to it. I find it's a great place to pick really good blog props, branded beauty products, cute homeware pieces and even my basic stationery items.<br />
However, I've never been brave enough to try their own make up brand, Make Up Gallery apart from the odd nail varnish. Last month I was in Poundland stocking up on beauty basics, tissues and cotton wool, oh and I'd even picked up some sweet treats for a movie night, and there right near the tills was the Make Up Gallery stand. I actually went over because I'd been looking for a yellow nail varnish but sadly they didn't have one, yet it got me thinking, would the other products in this £1 makeup range be any good?<br />
So after much deliberation as to whether or not to try it and looking through their vast range of products, I finally decided on a few items to take home with me and test out.<br />
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<b><u><span style="color: #741b47;">Nail Polish</span></u></b><br />
When I first tried these nail polishes I was pleasantly surprised at how good they were, plus there are so many gorgeous colours to choose from. This time I picked up the shades Candy Pink and Spearmint, both of which are beautiful pastel shades and mint isn't normally a colour I'd go for. These nail polishes are so easy to apply with a large wide, flat brush and it makes the polish just glide on. I only needed to apply a couple of coats for a full coverage and a lovely glossy finish. The staying power is amazing especialy when I use them with my top coat. I'll definitely be buying more of these! And of course my manicure kit wouldn't complete without a few nail files? I picked up a pack of 6 pretty floral ones and they are just fine at keeping my nails in shape.<br />
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<b><u><span style="color: #741b47;">Lipgloss</span></u></b><br />
Now I do love lip glosses and have no shortage of them but I wanted to see how this one compaired to other brands I have. Sadly I was a bit disappointed with this one. I picked up the shade Cranberry Crush, which at first glance is gorgeous but when I tried it on I had to apply about 4 coats to get any sort of colour on my lips, even though it was extremely glossy. It felt very sticky and didn't last much more than an hour or two. Oh well, I'm sure my friend's little girl will adore playing with this lip gloss.<br />
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<b><u><span style="color: #741b47;">Liquid Eyeliner</span></u></b><br />
I wear a black liquid liner quite a lot of the time, but I am really rubbish at doing the flick. I've tried numerous brands, I've done the tape thing to get that perfect line but no, it's just not happening. Until now. This amazing eyeliner has a very short brush which allows me to get a perfect application, it's highly pigmented which I was so surprised about and it lasted nearly all day. Better still, it didn't make my eyes sore!<br />
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<b><u><span style="color: #741b47;">Pressed Powder</span></u></b><br />
Now I'm not a great lover of powders but I do use a little to set my concealer or try and combat any shiny areas. The shade Honey Beige was perfect for me but as soon as I put my makeup brush onto the powder it sent a puff of product everywhere. I also had to keep applying it throughout the day, so maybe it'll stay in my handbag for an emergency.<br />
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<b><u><span style="color: #741b47;">Makeup Sponges</span></u></b><br />
I get on really well with makeup sponges for applying my foundation and I thought I'd give the Poundland ones a go. Do you know what, I've used the pink one a couple of times and it's brilliant. I found it blended in my makeup nicely and didn't leave me with any streaks, plus the sponge cleaned up really well. I'm not sure how many uses I will get out of these but they are almost as good as my Real Techniques ones and I'm forever loosing them. I also picked up some of the sponges on a stick, which look quite cute, although I have yet to put these to the test.<br />
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Overall I'm quite impressed with the products from the Make Up Gallery range that I have tried and will definitely be buying the liquid eyeliner again. I'm itching to try out the eyeshadow and foundation now!<br />
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And a couple of other things I picked up whilst in Poundland....<br />
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<b><u><span style="color: #741b47;">Beautifully Scrumptious Body Butter</span></u></b><br />
This smells divine! I wasn't sure whether to lather it on my body or spread it on my toast. It smells just as yummy as Nutella. There was a choice of this one or a coconut and lime body butter and this fragrance won, being the chocoholic that I am. I've tested it a few times so far and it makes my skin feel so soft and smooth afterwards, it's really thick and creamy and works wonders on really dry areas of my body such as my heels and elbows. I think this will be saved for my pamper nights as I really don't want to go out of the house smelling of chocolate.<br />
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<b><u><span style="color: #741b47;">Water Spray Bottle</span></u></b><br />
well this is just a basic but I thought the bottle was quite cute. It'll be perfect for those days when I can't be bothered to wash my hair but need to damp it down a bit in order to use a styling spray or if I want to add a few drops of rose water and make up a facial spray to cool down if I'm feeling really hot.<br />
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Well that brings me to the end of my latest beauty haul. Have you tried Poundland's Make Up Gallery range? What did you think to it?<br />
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Do you know how incredibly excited I am about Autumn this year? And I mean <u>really</u> excited! It surprised me because I usually love the Spring but this year it just seems so different. Last September I hadn't even started my blog so this year I've been reading more posts about Autumn and that's really helped to get me in the mood. A few Saturday's ago I even put away most of my summer clothes, that's how excited I've been to dig out the chunky knits! Then of course, the weather has been really warm and sunny ever since, so all of you Autumn lovers out there can blame me for that, I think I jinxed it!<br />
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So here are all of my favourite things about Autumn.<br />
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<u><b><span style="color: #741b47;">Hot Chocolate</span></b></u></div>
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Well lets face it, a hot chocolate is nice anytime of the year but there's something warm and comforting about having one in Autumn and topped off with loads of whipped cream, chocolate sprinkles and marshmallows.</div>
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<u><b><span style="color: #741b47;">Autumn Walks</span></b></u></div>
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I love going for a walk with my camera and taking photos of all the gorgeous colours that are around. It looks amazing when the leaves start to change to a bright orange and there are red berries everywhere. It smells different too, there's more of an earthy smell or as I used to say when I was younger "It smells like potatoes!"</div>
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I don't mean when it's tipping it down with rain and you end up at your destination looking like a drowned rat. No, I mean those crisp, cold sunny days where you can wrap up in the thickest coat you own and have fun swooshing through the leaves on the ground. Then when you go indoors afterwards it feels even more cosy. And if it has been raining, you can always have fun splashing through the puddles just like you did when you were a child! Who says we have to be an adult where fun is concerned?</div>
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<b><u><span style="color: #741b47;">The Makeup</span></u></b></div>
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Berry, plum, burgundy, you name it, I'm loving it. I think I'm just about done with the pinks and peaches of Summer and I'm ready to wear a bold plum lipstick or a smokey eye. And let's not forget the manicure in a beautiful burgundy nail polish.</div>
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I couldn't not love having candles lit up everywhere. It makes the room feel all cosy and creates a certain ambience, pine and spice fragranced ones are my favourite.</div>
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<b><u><span style="color: #741b47;">Cosy nights in</span></u></b></div>
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With the evenings getting darker earlier, there's nothing nicer than coming home and snuggling up in a comfy pair of pjs and a pair of fluffy socks, all wrapped up under a cozy throw whilst watching a film.</div>
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As I've mentioned before, I love wearing hats and Autumn is no different. In fact I think I love wearing them more as there are so many amazing colours and styles which will all add a bit of interest to your outfit. Plus they keep your head nice and warm if it's a chunky knitted one worn with a thick woolly scarf. This floppy burgundy one is my absolute favourite hat for Autumn.</div>
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At the start of the season I'll most probably be found in a shop eyeing up all the new chunky knits and writing my very long wish list. I just love snuggling up in a thick cosy jumper along with a hat and scarf on a cold autumnal day. I've got plenty of thinner knits that I can layer up under an oversized cardigan instead of a coat. I've been waiting for weeks to pull on my knee high boots, I can't believe I'm wishing the weather would turn colder!! </div>
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Whilst everyone is raving about a Pumpkin Spiced Latte, I'll be the awkward one in the queue asking a member of staff if I can have the Pumpkin Spice syrup in a cappuccino. I just find Lattes too milky. I'll also be swapping my granola for a nice warm porridge with berries for breakfast. And I just can't wait to tuck into a warm, hearty home cooked casserole with a chunky slice of bread. Oh this is making my mouth water!</div>
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I just love the excitement of Bonfire Night and I'm lucky enough to live near a few large displays that are on around the 5th November, so we normally sit in our garden and watch those. I'm wrapped up in my thick, cosy Parker (well it's more like a duvet!), eating a jacket potato crisped off on the bonfire and drinking hot tomato and red pepper soup from a flask. I just love the smells on Bonfire night. It maybe freezing cold but that's half the fun of it, being all huddled up around the bonfire trying to keep warm and having a good laugh while watching the pretty colours erupt in the sky.</div>
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Well, yes this is a tricky one considering I don't like masks or scary movies! Last year though a few of us all dressed up in non scary costumes and I loved wearing a witches outfit and putting on a black wig for the occasion! It really didn't look like me at all especially as I'd had my make up done by a friend. We all had a brilliant time and I think having few drinks helped too, haha. I also enjoy making the lantern out of a pumpkins and getting all messy during the process. I'm a big wus when it comes to scary movies, so I'm looking forward to watching something light hearted like Hocus Pocus. I can't wait to do this all again this year.</div>
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I hope you enjoyed my Autumn post, well I certainly feel all warm and cosy now so I'm off to make a hot chocolate, snuggle up in my pjs and watch a DVD.</div>
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I first starting looking after my skin a number of years ago now, but before that I'd just slap on the first thing I had to hand and didn't really think about what I was putting on my skin or the effects it would have. I really want to keep looking after my skin and continue to have a good routine, using the right products for my skin type which is also really important to me. I've been looking more at what goes into a product and what benefits it will have on my skin so when <a href="http://www.ameliamoss.com/" rel="nofollow">Amelia Moss</a> got in touch with me to talk about their 100% natural oils I was keen to learn more and they very kindly sent me their <a href="http://www.ameliamoss.com/natural-oils-clays/natural-oils/jojoba-oil.html" rel="nofollow">Jojoba Oil</a> and <a href="http://www.ameliamoss.com/natural-oils-clays/cleansers-toners/organic-rose-water.html" rel="nofollow">Rose Water</a> skin toner for me to try. All of their products are multi-purpose, you can use the oil as a cleanser, moisturiser and even work some through your hair to help combat dryness. I love this really simple, yet very effective, skincare routine from <a href="http://www.ameliamoss.com/" rel="nofollow">Amelia Moss</a>. The brand has five different oils and they are all completely natural and 100% pure and organic, straight from the nut or plant, so you really know what you're actually putting onto your skin, there aren't any nasty surprises.<br />
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First of all I'll mention the beautiful rose fragrance, its so fresh and subtle, I didn't find it too overpowering at all, but then I love the smell of roses anyway.<br />
I've really enjoyed using this as part of my daily skincare routine and although the rose water can be used as a cleanser, I've been using it as a toner which is something I often skip in my daily routine. I apply a small amount to a cotton pad and gently wipe it across my face, honestly it's so cooling and refreshing and it didn't feel as though I'd had my skin stripped, which is what has happened when I've used some toners before. It works extremely well at making sure every last bit of makeup and cleanser has been removed and nothing is left behind. I feel as though my skin has been thoroughly cleansed and my pores aren't left all clogged up. The Rose Water helps to maintain a healthy pH balance and contains anti-inflammatory properties, which my sensitive skin absolutely loved.<br />
Plus the beautiful glass bottle looks so pretty sitting on my dressing table!<br />
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Jojoba Oil is produced from oil rich plant seeds and I've just loved incorporating this into part of my skincare routine. Again it can be used as a cleanser but I've chosen to use it as a skin treatment as Jojoba Oil mimics your skins own natural oils, so it really gets to work where it's most needed which for me was on any dry patches across my cheeks and it doesn't leave it too oily in other areas. After using the rose water I add a few drops of Jojoba Oil to my hands and gently massage into my skin. It leaves my skin looking plump and healthy and feeling amazingly soft and hydrated. The oil doesn't take too long to absorb into my skin and there wasn't any greasy residue left behind. It's also helping to reduce a few fine lines which is absolutely brilliant. Jojoba Oil is packed full of vitamins and essential fatty acids and this powerful deep moisturiser is suitable for all skin types. It also helps to cleanse and soothe sensitive areas and give them a little extra special attention. I was also pleased to learn that Jojoba Oil provides the skin with a natural UV protection which is important for me even during the winter months.<br />
It felt a bit strange at first trying skincare on the ends of my hair, but I am so pleased with how it's helped smooth the dry ends of my hair that I've been replacing my usual serum for this and my hair is looking a lot better. I've also been massaging in any that's left on my hands afterwards! It can also be used as a shaving oil, which I have still got to put to the test. It truly is a great all round product to have!<br />
The Jojoba Oil comes in a dark bottle with a pipette applicator, making it easy to get just the right amount of oil you need to use.<br />
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I've been using both the Jojoba Oil and the Rose Water for about a month now and I've absolutely loved using them as part of my skincare routine, especially at night as they really soothe my skin and both smell so relaxing, which is just what I need right before I go to bed. I think <a href="http://www.ameliamoss.com/" rel="nofollow">Amelia Moss</a> will be a become a firm favourite of mine.<br />
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So if you're looking for a new skincare product to try, why not take a look at what Amelia Moss has to offer.<br />
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I hope you've all had a wonderful month since my last monthly favourites post. Normally I'm sitting here writing how fast the month has flown by, but for me August seemed to have dragged on forever. It's been a funny month with a real mix of emotions, there have been times when I've felt really happy and other times I've just felt really down after a few stressful things that have happened. On the whole though, things are going quite well at the moment and I'm hoping it stays that way.<br />
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<a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Montagne-Jeunesse-Cucumber-Anti-Stress-Peel-Off-Masque-10ml_984284/" rel="nofollow">Montagne Jeunesse Peel Off Masque</a><br />
I actually picked some of these up for a pamper parcel I'd made for a friend's birthday and you know how it is, one for her and oh go on I'll try one too. I think they're wonderful. I just love the simplicity of these masks and how quick and easy they are to use, you just spread a thin layer all over the face, pop on some gentle music and relax. After about 15 minutes you carefully peel it off and wash off any residue. My skin felt amazingly soft and hydrated and was left looking radiant. They didn't leave me all blotchy and I didn't have a reaction which I am so pleased about. All of the ones I've used so far smell absolutely gorgeous too.<br />
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<a href="http://www.superdrug.com/Toiletries/Deodorants/Womens-Aerosol-Deodorants/Soft-&-Gentle-Skin-Science-Hair-Minimise-250ml-AntiPersp/p/618101" rel="nofollow">Soft & Gentle Skin Science Hair Minimise Anti-Perspirant</a><br />
This isn't my normal anti-perspirant but it came in my July GlossyBox and it was even a full size bottle. I thought it might just be a gimiky thing but no, it actually works. I hate having to remember to shave under my arms when the weather is hot and I want to wear shorter sleeves. Well in just 4 weeks of using this anti-perspirant, I've noticed a huge difference in how often I've needed to shave under my arms and how much smoother they were. It doesn't leave white flaky bits on your skin, which I can't stand especially if I want to wear a dark coloured top. It has a lovely fresh floral smell and isn't too over powering. Definitely a winner for me.<br />
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<a href="http://www.superdrug.com/I-Heart-Make-Up/I-Heart-Blush-Hearts-Blushing-Heart-5g/p/982257" rel="nofollow">I Heart Make Up Blushing Hearts Blusher</a> in shade Blushing Heart<br />
Phew, that's a mouthful to say, haha! A cheek product I've been loving this month is this little beauty from I Heart Make Up. Yes, I probably only bought it because of the cute pink heart packaging but the product itself is just adorable. This triple baked blusher has three shades all in one pot and when they are merged together using a makeup brush then applied to my face it gives the most gorgeous shimmer across my cheeks. It is highly pigmented so you really only need to use a small amount, not like some blushers I've had before where you've had to build up the product to get even a hint of colour. Thank goodness the product lasted all day and didn't need touching up because the only downside to this product was that as it's only in a cardboard pot it's not very practical for carrying around in my handbag.<br />
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I absolutely love this mascara and have been using it every day. It gives me a natural daytime look and still makes my lashes look long and defined. I found the brush super easy to use which just glides on and it gave my lashes a slight curl and enough volume without looking clumpy. I also love the pink packaging! A real bargain for only £2.99!<br />
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This brush is perfect for brushing through my long hair when it's either wet or dry and without snagging and causing any breakage. It's ergonomically shaped so it fit comfortably in the palm of my hand and is so easy to use. I love how it is so gentle on my hair and it's small enough that I've been able to carry it in my handbag every day in case I've needed to give my hair a quick tidy up.<br />
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I'd always dismissed the idea of meditation and self help books before but this book is nothing like I've come across in the past. It's all about learning how to de-stress and calm down with a busy, stressful lifestyle. The book is divided into eight sections, each one has creative prompts and activities, along with loads of inspiration for a calmer life. It's one of those books you can dip in and out of and find which bits work best for you. It's designed to work with the app which I've downloaded onto my phone and I've been working through the meditation sections on Calm and Anxiety Release. I listen to it when I'm travelling or after a particularly stressful day, I've also been listening to the one for sleep just before I go to bed which has really helped me to get rid of all those vent up feelings and made me feel a lot calmer. Even if you didn't want to purchase the book, I'd definitely recommend downloading the app and giving it a go.<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02340734987905339737noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-402652246393078061.post-48014157842352926722016-08-30T07:30:00.000+01:002016-08-30T10:32:26.384+01:00Things That Make Me Happy<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Very often it's the simplest of things in life that make me happy. Those little things that I can sometimes take for granted and other times I've had to raid my penny pot in order to have a little treat! Well, a girl's got to have a few treats, right?<br />
I've always loved writing and have kept a diary for years where I've written down what's made me happy on that particular day, as well as what's made me really angry or upset. It was while I was reading through some old teenage diaries a few weeks ago that gave me the inspiration for this post, so I thought it would be quite nice to share what things make me happy throughout the year.<br />
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1.A warm cup of tea in my favourite mug<br />
2. A warm soft towel after a shower<br />
3. A freshly made bed with cotton sheets<br />
4. New Pyjamas<br />
5. Sunday night pamper session at home<br />
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6. Listening to my cat, Pepper, purring<br />
7. Snuggled under a warm throw<br />
8. Breakfast in bed<br />
9. Baking a cake<br />
10. Watching Friends on DVD<br />
11. Watching shows on Netflix<br />
12. Reading a good book before I go to bed<br />
13. Lighting my lavender candle<br />
14 .A relaxing bath with a Lush bath bomb<br />
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15. Watching a beautiful sunset</div>
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16. Listening to the sound of the rain against the window<br />
17. Hot Chocolate<br />
18. Disney movies<br />
19. Toast with jam on</div>
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20. New Makeup<br />
21. New stationery<br />
22. A tidy desk<br />
23. Listening to my playlist on Spotify<br />
24. Takeaway pizza and DVD nights<br />
25. A glass of wine (or two!)<br />
26. Writing in my diary<br />
27. The feel of freshly washed hair<br />
28. Having my hair cut<br />
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29. An early morning walk when it's foggy<br />
30. A bowl of hot soup on a cold day<br />
31. The smell of Bonfire Night<br />
32. Leaves changing colour in the Autumn<br />
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33. Coffee with friends<br />
34. People watching<br />
35. A hug from someone special<br />
36. Doodling in a notebook<br />
37. Colouring books<br />
38. Anything pink<br />
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39. Beach huts with cute names<br />
40. The sound of the sea washing over the pebbles<br />
41. Train rides on a day out<br />
42. Footprints in the sand<br />
43. Collecting seashells from the beach<br />
44. Dipping my toes in the sea<br />
45. Holidays by the sea<br />
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46. Fun house parties with friends<br />
47. Spending time with my family<br />
48. An unexpected phone call from a friend<br />
49. Receiving a handwritten letter<br />
50. Going to the cinema<br />
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51. Watching the bees collect pollen<br />
52. Sitting in the garden on a warm summers evening<br />
53. An evening walk<br />
54. Having fresh flowers in the house<br />
55. Blossom trees in the Spring<br />
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There are so many more things I could add to this list but of course, above all else, the one person who makes me happy no matter what is my hubby, Adrian.<br />
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I love having fresh flowers in my house, especially in my favourite vase on my dressing table in the bedroom so it's the first thing I see in the morning. I think they really add a touch of colour and brighten up any room. I've had flowers sent to me for my birthday or if I've left a company where I've been working and it's always wonderful to receive them from special people in my life. Other times, I've usually been to a local shop and bought a bunch of flowers if I need to cheer myself up.<br />
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A few weeks ago Abby from <a href="https://www.blossominggifts.com/?channel=ppc&gclid=CMSCuK-n5M4CFcsy0wodG0UO9Q&gclsrc=aw.ds" rel="nofollow">Blossoming Gifts</a> emailed me to asked if I'd like to receive and write about one of their beautiful bouquets. Of course, it didn't take me too long to reply and say that this is would be something I'd love to do. The only problem I had was deciding which bouquet to have!<br />
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Blossoming Gifts is an online florist, delivering bouquets 7 days a weeks. They sell so many wonderful bouquets of flowers for every occasion, plus they sell personalised gifts to suit everyone and also some amazing hampers.<br />
It took me absolutely ages to look through all the different bouquets they have as they were all just so gorgeous. I finally decided on the <a href="https://www.blossominggifts.com/flower-offers/free-large-upgrade/pink-bunting-100-percent-extra-roses-offer" rel="nofollow">Pink Bunting</a> bouquet as roses and lilies are my favourite flowers, so I emailed Abby back to let her know which ones I had chosen. This bouquet was made up of pink oriental lilies, sweet avalanche roses and antique carnations. I think they work really well together.<br />
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Within a few days my flowers were waiting for me when I got home after quite a stressful day, so it really made me smile. The flowers had been beautifully packaged to protect them during the delivery process. I carefully opened the box and there was this absolutely stunning bouquet of flowers and I was so pleased that the flowers had arrived fresh and in good condition.</div>
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The bouquets are a bit more than you would pay in local supermarket but I think they are much better quality and you do get a lot for your money. This bouquet originally cost £36.99 and had been reduced to £26.99 but prices start from £12.99. You can even pay an extra £5 to get a larger bouquet, which is a great offer considering how many flowers you get. When you're ordering your flowers there's also the option of including extras such as a vase, teddy bear or chocolates, so it makes it even more special for the person you are sending them too.</div>
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I realise that I'm probably getting a bit late with a Summer fashion post as everyone's more than likely thinking about getting their Autumn coats! But do you know what? It's not very often that I find a spaghetti strap dress that I not only love, but also feel confident enough to wear and have my photo taken wearing it.</div>
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The little black dress has been a wardrobe staple for years and believe me, I've had my fair share of them. I think it's one of the easiest pieces to style, whatever the season or occasion. It's the first thing I grab for a last minute party invite, chuck on a statement necklace and a pair of heels and I'm good to go!</div>
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If you know me by now then you'll know how much I love florals or light colours and I would normally associate a lace dress with the party season, especially black. I know white lace has been everywhere this season but when I came across this cute little black number I just had to snap it up. I'm normally really self conscious of the tops of my arms but from the moment I tried this dress on it felt so right and I actually felt good about myself. I wasn't trying to be anyone else or who I thought I should be. I was just me. Out for a stroll in town doing a spot of shopping and stopping off for a coffee. So I thought why not make the most of it and take a few outfit of the day photos for my blog.<br />
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Then of course that brings me to another problem. Where to take the photos? I didn't want just another bench in front of yet another hedge. I might as well have done them in my garden. Not being able to stand in front of the all important white wall can be a challenge but while out one Saturday afternoon I was in a street that I had been down a thousand times before (OK, slight exaggeration, haha) and there right at the end of it was this gorgeous bakery with a bench right outside. Yay, I could do the street scene! Do know how good that made me feel.<br />
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Anyway, back to the dress.<br />
It's a gorgeous black lace knee length dress with spaghetti straps and has a sweetheart neck. Around the edge of the neckline there is a delicate lace frill which adds a bit of extra detail and underneath it has a satin slip. I like the fact that it has an elasticated waist so it gives some shape to the dress, rather than hanging straight down.<br />
I think it's going to be one those versatile items that I can wear in Summer or Winter and get a lot more wear out of than just a New Years Eve party. <br />
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I've also mentioned before that I have a bit of an addiction for hats and today seemed the perfect opportunity to dig out another of my favourites to wear in the hot weather. I think a hat can add a bit of interest to your outfit and I love having fun playing around with different styles. This panama hat is actually meant for a man but I think mixing a masculine accessory with my feminine style dress works really well. I also wanted a bag that didn't look out of place, so a big tote bag wasn't an option. I decided on a straw shopper with long handles so it was big enough to fit all of my junk in and maybe the odd little purchase too!<br />
Add a pair of wedge espadrilles and my sunglasses and I had my perfect summer outfit. It kind of gives me that feeling that I'm on holiday exploring quaint little streets abroad somewhere, when in fact it was only 10 minutes down the road from where i live.<br />
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To complete my look, I popped on my favourite watch, a pair of rose gold earrings and a bright pink lip gloss.<br />
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Dress (sale) - Similar <a href="http://www.boohoo.com/restofworld/invt/dzz81943?rmsrc=1&_$ja=tsid:77520|cid:294788705|agid:20988291065|tid:pla-180635786225|crid:85426807865|nw:g|rnd:13328347201922467799|dvc:c|adp:1o4&gclid=CPnu84nMzc4CFUPgGwodTFMC8w">boohoo</a><br />
Hat (sale) - Similar <a href="http://www.asos.com/ASOS/ASOS-Straw-Fedora-Hat-With-Faux-Leather-Band/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=5958005&affid=14173&channelref=product+search&mk=abc&currencyid=1&gclid=CJOPm9jPzc4CFWUo0wodRdYDYg">ASOS</a><br />
Shoes (old) - Similar <a href="http://www.asos.com/asos/asos-juicy-wedge-sandals/prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=6106247&clr=Black&SearchQuery=wedge+sandals&pgesize=28&pge=0&totalstyles=28&gridsize=3&gridrow=7&gridcolumn=1">ASOS</a><br />
Bag - (old) Similar <a href="http://www.marksandspencer.com/straw-bucket-shoulder-bag/p/p22434725?extid=ps_gglpla_UK_Gen_,Women%20_PLAWomen%20--%3E%20Bags%20&%20Accessories%20--%3E%20Handbags%20--%3E%20Under%20??30_M&S%20Straw%20Bucket%20Shoulder%20Bag%20NATURAL%20One%20Size&s_kwcid=AL!2750!3!47530910056!!!g!151774973536!&device=c&ef_id=VtQMfgAAAX@Hjymd:20160821134745:s&pdpredirect">M&S</a><br />
Earrings - <a href="https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/234650609/real-leaf-earrings-18k-gold-leaf?ref=market">Etsy</a><br />
Watch (present) - Similar <a href="http://www.hsamuel.co.uk/webstore/d/8510296/bulova+ladies%27+diamond+dial+stainless+steel+bracelet+watch/">H Samual</a><br />
Lip colour - <a href="http://www.feelunique.com/p/Bourjois-Colour-Boost-Lip-Crayon-2-75g?option=50220&gclid=CKLVgaPV0s4CFZAW0wod6ZcEiw&gclsrc=aw.ds">Bourjois Colour Boost Lip Crayon</a> in shade Fuchsia<br />
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I'm slightly obssessed with beauty products and when something as gorgeous as my monthly <a href="http://experience.glossybox.co.uk/howitworks01/?pk_campaign=aw-brand&gclid=CM6bk57xwM4CFcHnGwodZiMFNA" rel="nofollow">Glossybox</a> arrives in the post I do tend to get a little bit excited. Normally I'd tear straight into the box without even thinking about photos or a blog post as I'm way too impatient and can't wait to see what's inside. So I thought that this month I'd share my first unboxing post with you and let you have a sneaky peak of what came in the August Glossybox (sorry - Spoiler Alert!!).<br />
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It's Glossybox's 5th birthday and to celebrate this month they've joined up with the luxury accessory label Rae Feather to give subcribers a special collectors edition, including an accessory exclusively designed by the brand, and the packaging is definitely different to their usual pink and black style.<br />
Glossybox is a monthly beauty subscription service and inside each box there are 4 to 5 carefully selected makeup, hair, body or nail products from well known or new brands.<br />
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So let's see what's inside.<br />
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Firstly, can I just say how adorable the pink and grey packaging is on this month's box. The contents always come wrapped up in pink tissue paper with a cute little bow and I feel like it's Christmas every time I open one as I never know what's going to be inside. Can you sense the excitement here? There will be a mix of travel or full size beauty products and I just can't wait to start trying everything out.<br />
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Last month subscribers got the chance to almost personalise their box by choosing an eyeshadow palette out of a choice of four from MUA's bestsellers. I decided not to as I wanted it to be as much of a surprise as the rest of the products in the box. I was sent the <span style="color: #a64d79;"><b><u>MUA Starry Night </u></b></span>palette which is a mix of greys, purples and blues and I'm really pleased with this one as not only do the colours look gorgeous but it's a brand I've never tried before so it'll be interesting to see how this shapes up to my other eyeshadow palettes.<br />
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Ooh, lovely, a <b><u><span style="color: #741b47;">Spa To You Deep Pore </span><span style="color: #a64d79;">Cleansing Brush</span></u></b>. I'm used to using a manual cleansing brush already, no I still haven't got an electric one! They are designed to work with your cleanser and gently buff away dead skin cells without over exfoliating. The bristles on this brush seem really soft so I'm looking forward to using it as part of my skincare routine. <br />
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Next there is a <b><u><span style="color: #741b47;">Mudmasky Facial Detox</span></u></b> <b><u><span style="color: #741b47;">Purifying Recovery</span></u></b> Mask which I'm really pleased about as I'm all about skincare at the moment. Every week I love to use a facemask to boost some life back into my complextion. This one is a PH balanced facial treatment, which is something I don't normally bother to look at and maybe I should. It uses all natural ingredients so this mask should be gentle enough for my sensitive skin and I'm not sure I can wait until my Sunday night pamper session to give this one a try.<br />
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I am over the moon to have received <span style="color: #741b47;"><b><u>Cowshed Wild Cow Invigorating Body Lotion</u></b></span> in this month's box. I've seen this mentioned loads of times but again it's a brand I've not tried before. The size of this bottle is just perfect for travelling and also a great way for me to try the actual product before going and spending out on a full size one. First impressions, well it smells absolutely divine with a blend of lemongrass, ginger and rosemary which will certainly give my senses a buzz in the morning. Its a really thick body lotion that just glides onto my skin and my arm felt so soft afterwards. It deeply moisturises using Shea and Cocoa butter and again it's made with natural ingredients and full of essential oils. I think I'm really going to love using this body lotion.<br />
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The final item is this mini monogrammed straw pochette which has been exclusively designed by Rae Feather. It's such a cute design and the size is going to be just about right to carry a few daily essentials in my smaller handbags. The one thing I was disappointed about was that when I took it out of the box there was a black mark on the front right hand side. I'm sure I will be able to get it out, but sadly it's not what I'd have expected from a brand new item.<br />
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Overall I am really pleased with the mix of products in this months box and I'm really looking forward to trying out all of these amazing discoveries.<br />
Glossybox costs £10 (plus P&P) for a monthly subscription which you can cancel at anytime or even just have it as a one off box, which I think is really good value as the contents of this months box is worth over £50. They also offer 3, 6 and 12 month plans.<br />
If you'd like to get your hands on a Glossybox you can subscribe <a href="http://experience.glossybox.co.uk/howitworks01/?pk_campaign=aw-brand&gclid=CM6bk57xwM4CFcHnGwodZiMFNA" rel="nofollow">HERE</a><br />
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Thanks so much for reading. Have you tried a subscription box? Which ones are your favourite?<br />
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You may also like to read my <a href="http://rosieloveslife.blogspot.co.uk/2016/08/monthly-favourites-july.html">Monthly Favourites</a> post.<br />
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I've been having my hair colour treated and using heated appliances for years and it's really taken it's toll on the condition of my hair. Don't get me wrong, I love my long hair and I will never have it cut short but it can be a real pain to maintain sometimes. I did have it cut to about shoulder length once and I really regretted it afterwards, then spent months moaning about it until my hair finally grew back to a length that made me feel like me again. My natural hair colour is a kind of strawberry blonde, so I'm not really very adventurous when it comes to dying it different colours though, I've just gone a lot blonder. The only time I have ever seen myself with dark hair was when I wore a black wig for a Halloween party I went to and I'd dressed up as a witch, it seemed so weird, but I had such a brilliant night that it was worth it!<br />
I thought it was about time I did a whole post that was purely about my haircare routine and for those of you with dry, colour treated hair, this may be of some help. All of these products are ones that I've found to work well on my hair type and keep it in good condition. Some of them are old favourites, a couple are new discoveries but these are the hair products that I'm currently reaching for every week.<br />
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<a href="http://www.boots.com/en/LOreal-Elvive-Extraordinary-Oils-Nourishing-Shampoo-Very-Dry-Hair-250ml_1513647/" rel="nofollow">LOreal Elvive Extraordinary Oils Nourishing Shampoo</a> and <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/LOreal-Elvive-Extraordinary-Oils-Nourishing-Conditioner-400ml_1513635/" rel="nofollow">Conditioner</a><br />
I usually like to wash my hair while I'm in the shower in the morning before I start the day. No matter what other shampoos or conditioners I try, somehow I end up going back to these two old faithfuls. The shampoo leaves my hair feeling really clean and the conditioner leaves my hair super soft and tangle free. I've got quite a lot of hair but I find I don't need to use a lot of these products and they don't weigh my hair down.<br />
Then after my shower I'll just gently towel dry my hair to soak up any moisture, being careful not to rough up the edges. I like to leave my hair to dry naturally as often as I can to give it a break from any kind of styling.<br />
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<a href="http://www.boots.com/en/L'Or%C3%83%C2%A9al-Extraordinary-Oil-Mask-Pot-300ml_1533242/?cm_mmc=bmm-_-google-_-PLAs-_-Boots%20Shopping%20-%20Category%20-%20Health%20and%20Pharmacy" rel="nofollow">L'Oreal Extraordinary Oil Nourishing Masque Balm</a><br />
Every so often I like to use an intensive hair mask when I feel my hair needs a little extra love and attention, mainly through the ends of my hair. After first trying this mask about 6 months ago, I was so impressed with how well it sorted out my dry hair that it quickly replaced another brand I was using. I had no more breakage and my hair felt much more healthy and stronger. It says to leave on 2 to 3 minutes but I usually leave it on for about 5 minutes. It really nourishes and hydrates my hair and I don't need to use a lot to get the maximum effect.<br />
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<a href="http://www.garnier.co.uk/hair-care/beauty/ultimate-blends/the-sleek-restorer/the-sleek-perfector-oil" rel="nofollow">Garnier Ultimate Blends The Sleek Perfector Oil</a><br />
Even with the best will in the world there are days when my hair needs an extra helping hand to stop it looking all frizzy. I've lost count of how many bottles of this stuff I've bought and I just keep going back for more, so it really is my haircare saviour. When my hair is still damp I'll put a small amount of the oil onto palms of my hands and smooth it through the lengths of my hair before styling. It leaves my hair looking really glossy and shiny without looking all greasy and it really does tame any flyaway hairs. I'll sometimes use a very small amount onto dry hair in between washes just to smooth down any stray hairs. Plus it smells absolutely gorgeous too!<br />
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<a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Toni-Guy-Prep-Heat-Protection-Mist-150ml_1234335/">Toni Guy Prep Heat Protection Mist</a><br />
I am one of those bad girls who for years just run my straighteners through my hair without even thinking about putting a spray on first. Yes, I know, you can tell me off! I've recently found this Heat Protection spray which is just amazing and it's the best one I've found so far. I'll spritz it evenly over dry hair before using my straighteners and it not only helps to protect my hair but leaves my hairstyle looking super sleek and holds the style in place all day.<br />
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It was actually the name of this product that caught my eye whilst I was looking for something else and anything that stops my hair looking as flat as a pancake is definitely worth a try. I've been using this if i'm going for a style with a bit more volume and I'll work a tiny amount into the roots of my hair when it's still damp, then style my hair using my hairdryer and a round brush to create the look I'm going for. It really does give my style a little extra body which lasts all day without it feeling sticky. It's quiet a thick consistency and the first time I used it I felt as though I was putting a night cream on my hair, I soon learnt that I really did only need to use a small amount!<br />
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<b><u><span style="color: magenta;">L'Oreal Studio Line Boost and Gloss Volume Mousse </span></u></b><br />
This has been my absolute favourite mouse to use for adding volume to my hairstyle, again I use it on damp hair before styling it with the hairdryer and either using my fingers or a brush to create a style with loads of body and bounce. It didn't leave my hair feeling heavy or sticky and it did give a little extra shine to it as well. I find a moose is easier to use if I just want to rough dry my hair before putting rollers in too. I'm really pleased that I bought a few bottles of this when they were on offer as I think this line has actually been discontinued, I can only find a few left in stores now but I've linked a similar one <a href="http://www.superdrug.com/Hair-Styling/L'Oreal-Paris-Studio-Pro-Boost-It-Volume-Mousse-200ml/p/622200">HERE</a>.<br />
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Thanks for reading. Can you recommend a styling mouse or spray for me to try?<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02340734987905339737noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-402652246393078061.post-82625053602844107232016-08-06T08:00:00.000+01:002016-08-06T08:00:01.190+01:00What I've Been Up To<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Blimey, I can't believe we are well over half way through this year and July seemed to fly past so fast that I barely had time to catch my breath. Mind you, it was a busier month that normal for me after a few lows the month before so I was probably making up for things. We lost a close member of our family and even though she had been ill for some time it still came as a shock and my way to deal with grief is to shut myself away from the rest of the world. I suppose we all deal with these things differently. Ruth was a cheeky, fun loving lady who was always the life and sole of the party and I'll always remember the good times we spent together most Wednesdays. I know she would want me to make the most of everyday and do whatever made me happy. I can hear her now saying "Stop worrying about it and just get on with it!"<br />
You see, she knew me well as I'm a natural worrier. It's all too easy for me to think of reasons why not to do something, rather than hey, give it a go and if it fails then at least I've tried.<br />
One of the things I've wanted to do for a while is introduce a few more lifestyle posts, but my blog mainly covers fashion and beauty so I just kept putting it off. I think the last post I wrote about what I've been up to was in the New Year. I thought it would be a nice way to look back on what I have done but somehow I've found it hard to sit at my computer and let the words flow in an "On Line Diary" kind of way.<br />
So I'm going to stop worrying and just get on with it!<br />
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Jordan's Mill has to be one of my favourite local places to visit. Adrian and I love to go for a long walk by the river next to the mill and around the beautiful flower gardens. They also have a wonderful restaurant which not only sells teas, coffees and cakes but also a full Sunday roast dinner and the most amazing porridge and fruit for breakfast. Adrian and I had gone over to meet up with my friend Tori, who I'd not seen since April. Adrian went off for a walk on his own to take some photographs by the river. I think he actually quite enjoyed the peace and quiet plus it gave Tori and I some girl time to have a really good catch up! I did have to try out the homemade scones with jam and cream as we sat on the balcony over looking the gardens.<br />
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After Tori had left, Adrian and I went for a short walk. It turned into a boiling hot day and I'd forgotten to take my sunglasses so I borrowed his hat! I'd not worn anything special, just a sleeveless shirt, a pair of casual flat shoes and a pair of jeans. I'd hardly worn any makeup, not really done anything much with my hair apart from brush it, but do you know what? I felt really comfortable and so relaxed that I wasn't bothered about what I looked like.<br />
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I've loved spending Sundays at my Aunts house in small village in Bedforshire where a lot of the family come together and we'll all sit round the table to an amazing meal she's cooked, usually followed by a choice of 3 homemade desserts and, me being me, I have to try a little bit of each just in case one was more delicious than the other! After dinner we'd end playing some sort of game and all be in a fit of giggles or just chatting about what's been happening in our lives. With recent events it's made me cherish every moment I spend with Adrian and my family even more.</div>
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Every Saturday, Hitchin market has something different on in the main market square. My friend Angela and I had popped into town to do some shopping and this particular week it was The French Market. Each stall was selling a different type of food or craft, so we started at one end and worked our way round sampling food and drink along the way! Ha ha, well, it had to be done, didn't it? We didn't need any lunch after that but we did come home with a few treats. There were also musicians and street artists performing which was great fun to watch. </div>
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We had to make the most of the gorgeous weather so for a few nights Adrian and I sat outside in the garden during the evening to have our main meal and a few glasses of wine. It was really nice to just relax and enjoy each others company. Our garden is a T shape with the top part being completely hidden from view by trees and high hedges, the only way to get to it is through a wooden arch covered in climbing roses and some years ago our friends named it "The Secret Garden" and it kind of stuck. There were some mornings when it was so hot and stuffy indoors that we even had our breakfast outside, with me still in my pyjamas which I'm sure looked very odd. I'm not the only who does this am I?</div>
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There were a few days when I really wasn't feeling well at all after quite a bad seizure and was in bed most of the time. I really didn't feel like doing much at all, not even chatting to anyone on Twitter, which I really missed, so I spent the whole time in my pjs, wrapped up in a duvet and watched Disney films and episodes of Friends that I've seen a million times before. Adrian made me a hot chocolate in my favourite mug and made me my favourite vegetable soup (not both at the same time!) and I was able to get some much needed rest.</div>
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I've been so overwhelmed with all the support I've received from people taking the time out of their day to read, share, like or comment on my posts and it's made me so happy that another person has actually enjoyed reading my blog. Through that support I'd reached one of my blogging goals of 1500 followers on Twitter, which is something a few months ago I'd never imagined would happen. So thank you.</div>
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I've really enjoyed taking part in Twitter Chats, which is an on line chat where everyone (usually Bloggers) comes together at the same time using the same hashtag and is hosted by one person. One of my favourites is <a href="https://twitter.com/TheGirlGangHQ">The Girl Gang</a> (#TheGirlGang) which is at 6pm (UK time) on a Monday, it's a really fun chat to take part in and such a positive environment for bloggers. </div>
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There are many other chats that I also enjoy taking part in, but maybe this requires a separate post!</div>
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Anyway, I think it's time I went and got myself a cup of tea and put my pjs on, I can assure you, I don't live in them but they really are the most comfortable things to wear.</div>
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Yes, it's time for the monthly favourite post again! I have a few makeup items that I've just really enjoyed using and a couple of lifestyle things that have made me really happy this month.<br />
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<a href="http://hylamide.com/product/finisher-ha-blur-30ml" rel="nofollow">Hylamide Ha Blur Syrface Hydrator</a><br />
This will probably come as no surprise as I've been going on about it all month but it really is the best primer I've ever tried. It's smoothing, leaves my skin looking plump and radiant and makes a really wonderful base for applying my makeup.<br />
If you'd like to read my full review then I'll leave the link <a href="http://rosieloveslife.blogspot.co.uk/2016/07/primers.html">HERE</a><br />
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When I first saw this cushion foundation I wasn't convinced as I'm used to a bottle with a pump. I was on the hunt for a foundation that was light enough to use through the summer months but had slightly more coverage than a BB cream and I can never seem to leave the shop without picking up something extra when there's a 3 for 2 offer on! So of course it came home with me (whoops!). Well I'm glad it did because it gives such an amazing, natural dewy finish without being too heavy and it's so easy to use. I didn't get on too well with the applicator that came with it though, so I used my Real Techniques makeup sponge instead. You simply press your makeup sponge into the cushion sponge of the foundation, then dab your makeup sponge over your face to apply the foundation. I actually found it really easy to blend in and I wasn't left with any streaky lines across my skin, just beautiful flawless makeup. You can start off light for a sheer coverage or build it up for something a little heavier. I don't always want to be caked in heavy makeup and I'm not a lover of foundations with a matte finish so this was perfect for me, plus the size of the packaging makes it ease to carry in your makeup bag to apply quick touch ups through the day if you need to. I chose the shade Rose Beige which is perfect for my skin tone.<br />
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Oh my word, I adore this lip gloss! Once I'd eventually managed to fight my way through loads of people when the NYX counter finally arrived in Boots and I'd swatched nearly every colour they had, I settled on the shade Cupcake which is a bright peachy pink. This one is really moisturising and makes my lips feel really soft. It gives a creamy sheer to medium coverage but the pigmentation is really high for a lipgloss. It's not sticky and lasts extremely well, even after eating or drinking. I found having a smaller wand made it so much easier to apply the product with too. Such a bargain at only £5 and a really gorgeous product to wear!<br />
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This is the first all in one colour correcting palette I've tried and I've really loved using it. Like most people I suffer from blemishes and dark circles and the shades in this palette seem to not only suit my skin tone but actually conceal those problematic areas too. The green one is great for redness, the yellow for brightening, the peach for covering up any blemishes and the pink for concealing under dark circles. I've even used the darker shade for contouring, which is something I don't find easy using cream products but this one seem to be the right shade and easy to blend out with a make up sponge so I didn't get any harsh lines. The consistency is super soft and creamy but not greasy and really easy to blend in. I dabbed the corrector and concealer shades on with my finger tips and applied them under my liquid foundation, then blended it in using my makeup sponge before applying a light dusting of loose powder to set it all in place. I found it lasted really well and didn't go all cakey, which I am so pleased about! I was worried that my face would look like a mixture of colours but luckily it really didn't. This will definitely be a repurchase!<br />
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<b><u><span style="color: magenta;">New Stationary</span></u></b><br />
So many of my friends and I are are used to sending emails or texts to stay in touch and a few months ago some of us were discussing how writing an actual letter to a friend seems to be a thing of the past and that we only get something hand written at Christmas or birthdays. We decided to purchase new stationary and exchange letters once in a while. Do you know, it's been so lovely to hold a letter in my hand that's come from friends all over the country as well as those who live near by. I think it gives a more personal touch than just typing a few lines on a keyboard.<br />
I've even swapped addresses with a few blogger friends I've made on Twitter and its been great fun having some new penpals. It makes me feel as though I've met them in real life rather than just a name on a screen.<br />
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Blossom print paper and matching envelopes: <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00VJWAIHS/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1" rel="nofollow">AMAZON</a><br />
Notepad and pens: <b><span style="color: magenta;">Pound Land stores</span></b><br />
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<b><u><span style="color: magenta;">My Portrait</span></u></b><br />
I couldn't go the whole month without mentioning how over the moon I was after receiving a portrait of me drawn by Jemma (<a href="https://twitter.com/dorkfaceblog" rel="nofollow">@dorkfaceblog</a>). I was not only excited but a bit emotional as well because the photo this drawing was based on has a really special meaning to me (I did tell you I was a sentimental old thing, didn't I?). I think she has done a wonderful job so I'm now on the hunt for a lovely frame to put this picture in once I have printed it off and it will have pride of place hanging on my wall.<br />
Jemma is an amazing, talented artist and also designs blog headers, stickers and other artwork.<br />
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Phew, well I think that's just about it for this month! Oh, another thing I have enjoyed is the gorgeous weather we've been having in the UK over the past few weeks. I think they call it summer?!<br />
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Every morning and evening I like to do a full skincare routine as not only am I looking after my skin but I find it's almost like a mini pamper session and very therapeutic, especially at end of a long day. One of the products I love to use is a serum, which I've mentioned a few times in previous posts. I've been using one for a while now and have noticed what a big difference it has made to my skin's appearance compared to applying just a moisturiser on it's own after cleansing and toning.<br />
A serum has helped with a whole host of skin problems from giving my skin a bit of a boost to brighten it up and to give it some much needed re-hydration.<br />
For me another area I worry about are the signs of getting older. I know this is something that I can't stop (oh if only!) but by using a serum it has helped with any fine lines I do have and hopefully keep it looking younger for just that little bit longer.<br />
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The skincare company <a href="http://www.liqc.co.uk/" rel="nofollow">LIQ C Dermocosmetics UK</a> contacted me and very kindly offered to send me a couple of their serums to review. They are a company that have just started to sell their products in the UK which are available through their website. They offer a range of facial serums with Vitamin C as the main ingredient and a Night Serum Vitamin E Mask. Now I'm not a scientist but I do know Vitamin C has been used in skincare for a number of years, so what makes these serums any different? The company promises that with a "Unique recipe of natural ingredients and both fragrant and colour free they can satisfy even the most discerning customer."<br />
If you know me by now, you'll know that I have super dry sensitive skin which can suffer from break outs and areas of redness, so I was really excited to give these a try.<br />
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<a href="http://www.liqc.co.uk/vit-c-serum-rich/" rel="nofollow"> LIQ CC Vitamin C Serum - Rich</a>* £17.90<br />
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The LIQ C Vitamin E Serum is suitable for dry to extra dry skin and with 15% vitamin C and it is aimed at<br />
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The serum comes in a dark glass bottle with a pipette applicator and I find these so much easier to apply a product with. It's quite a thick, oily consistency but I only needed to use one pipette's worth to cover my whole face. After cleansing my skin I massaged the serum all over my face, then gently pressed it into my skin using my palms and any product that was left on my hands I massaged into those as well (it doubled up as an excellent cuticle oil!) . When I first applied the serum my skin did feel a bit sticky for a short while afterwards and it did take a while to absorb into my skin. However I didn't have to wait too long before I had super soft, hydrated skin and luckily there wasn't any greasy residue left behind. My skin felt really smooth and nourished especially on the dryer areas across my cheeks. It had a really plump, radiant look to it and any fine lines had almost disappeared. I then applied my usual moisturiser over the top and my skin was ready to apply my makeup.<br />
Honestly, this serum is actually really amazing as it's slightly thicker than my usual serum. I found it to be somewhere between a serum and a daily facial oil, so you're almost getting two products in one.<br />
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The LIQ Ce Night Serum comes in the same dark glass bottle with a pipette applicator and this one is a slightly thicker consistency than the day serum. After cleansing I massaged it into my skin and pressed it in gently with the palms of my hands, but again it left my skin slightly sticky for a while after I'd used it, which isn't too bad considering I had all night for it to be able to work it's magic. The beauty of the night serum is that it contains a high level of vitamin E which helps to reduce and slow down the skin's ageing process. The following morning my skin did look hydrated and much firmer, it also felt really soft and I was quite surprised to see a lot less red patches on my cheeks than I usually get. LIQ Ce Night Serum is also meant to be good for healing small scars which I don't have any on my face so I'm not able to give my opinion as to whether this would work or not.<br />
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I really like that both serums contain natural ingredients, have no colour and are fragrance free. As I have sensitive skin I've not noticed any reaction after using them both for about a week. I absolutely love the way my skin feels so soft and looks really radiant. The only downside would be the length of time the day serum took to melt into my skin, but it wasn't a major problem as I just styled my hair first before applying makeup.<br />
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A good primer is one of those products that I just love having in my makeup bag and with so many around it's hard to know which one to choose. Some primers claim to hide your pores, some give you a matte finish or a lovely super glow and some actually give your makeup a little extra staying power.<br />
Using a primer was something that I never really used to bother about until recently, now that I do I've noticed a big difference with how my makeup looks and lasts.<br />
There are two main primers I've been testing out recently and I'm sure, like me, you've probably seen both of these talked about a lot. So I wanted to see what all the fuss was about.<br />
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I was really excited to try this primer and oh wow, am I glad I did! It's probably the best primer I have ever tried. The beauty of this one is that it uses something different called Hyaluronic Acid powder base which makes it compatible with all skin types and promises to blur away any imperfections and smoothe out the skin. You can wear it under or over foundation or even mix it in with liquid foundation. Well, honestly as soon as I applied it I could really see a big difference in my skins appearance. It's so hydrating and smoothing but without being too greasy which my skin absolutely loved and it really helped to minimise any large pores and fine lines. My skin felt noticeably softer and had a lovely plump, radient look to it compared to other primers I've used. It's just wonderful to wear even on it's own if I wanted to.<br />
It's quite a thick, creamy consistency but I only needed a tiny amount to cover my whole face and the smell isn't too overpowering either, just a light cosmetic fragrance. It melted right into my skin really quickly and hid a lot of my blemishes. I found it made my foundation so much easier to blend in and the coverage look a lot better especially over the drier areas of my skin. Also an added bonus, I love that my foundation lasted well too! So it really does just about everything I could want from a primer, it's a great base for my makeup but does wonders for my skin and it's appearance too.<br />
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Really?? But this is for men, I hear you say. Well that's what I thought until I saw all over the blogging world that people were using this as a primer. It's something my other half has used for a long time so of course I only had to sneak into the bathroom cabinet and pinch some of his to give it a try. The balm is a fairly thin consistency, a little really does go a long way, and it did leave my skin a bit sticky when I first applied it. I also had a masculine smell for a while which seemed a slightly odd but putting that to one side I was interested to see how it shaped up as a primer. Well, it didn't conceal my pores, which is something I like from a primer, but I found it did give my skin an even, matt finish without being too drying and there was almost a tiny hint of a glow, which would be perfect in the hot weather when I don't really want to be wearing anything too heavy or greasy. However, my makeup didn't last as long as with some of my other primers so it'll be great for a short trip out on a warm day, but anything else and I'd be using something different to give my base the staying power so that I wouldn't have to keep doing touch ups to my makeup during the day. Sadly this isn't my favourite choice of primers.<br />
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Cleaning my make up brushes is one of those jobs that I know I need to do but it can take forever and sometimes it can feel like a real chore. I know it's good hygiene to regularly remove all the oil, make up residue and dead skin cells (sounds disgusting doesn't it!) and with some brushes not being cheap I also want to make them last longer and get my money's worth.<br />
Normally I'd clean my brushes using my hands and some baby shampoo, occasionally a tiny drop of baby oil first on sponges and brushes that have been used for foundation or concealer as it helps break down the build up of product.<br />
So when I came across <a href="https://makeupbrushes.co.uk/collections/real-techniques/products/real-techniques-brush-cleansing-palette">Real Techniques brush cleaning palette</a> a while back I thought it was just one of those things that I didn't need and that there were other things to spend my money on. I saw more and more people using them and saying how good they were by saving them so much time with this weekly chore. I had a moment of weakness and ended up buying one.<br />
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This extremely lightweight silicone palette is about 15cm long and it's designed to fit comfortably in the palm of your hand. There's a loop on the back which let's you slip your hand through for a much better grip, so if your're clumsy like me then that's a bonus! The palette has a multi textured surface and allows you to gently swirl the bristles of your brush across them to give a much deeper clean.<br />
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As you can see, my foundation brush was pretty grubby and seems to need cleaning the most, so I put this one to the test first.<br />
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<li>Give each brush a swirl over the textured surfaces and watch all the gunk lift off. Amazing! You will need to repeat these steps when the water gets really dirty.</li>
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Hey presto! Squeaky clean brushes. It took half the time to actually clean them which I was really impressed with. This brush also has white tips so it was a good example to show you how clean it was after using the palette.<br />
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When I'm cleaning all of my brushes together I'd normally leave them on a towel hanging over the edge of my dressing table to allow them to air dry, but if I was just doing a few then I could also use this palette to rest my brushes across and allow them to dry.<br />
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Was it worth the money? Well, I love it, simply because it saved me a lot of time and got my brushes a lot cleaner than just using my hands, so it's a great little tool to have. And it's in a gorgeous pink colour too! However I won't be purchasing the cleansing gel as I also tried cleaning a couple of my brushes using baby shampoo on the palette and this worked just as well as the gel had done.<br />
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I thought it'd be quite fun for you to get to know me a little better now I've been blogging for a few months with a some totally random facts about me that you may not already know. You may have come across a couple of these already but stick around and you may find out something new, including a few personal ones.<br />
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<li>My first Saturday job was working for Superdrug to earn some extra cash while I was at college</li>
<li>My favourite Disney film is Beauty and the Beast, or is it The Little Mermaid, maybe I love them both</li>
<li>I am 5 foot 7 1/2 inches tall (the half is very important!) and a shoe size 5</li>
<li>When I was 18 I went through a faze of wearing tie dyed skirts and DM boots</li>
<li>When I was 20 I used to be part of a pit stop crew for a bike drag racing team at Santa Pod</li>
<li>When I was 16 I started having my hair permed, then grew it out when I was 21</li>
<li>I am an only child by my parents but have a half sister from my dads first marriage</li>
<li>I don't have any tattoos and only have my ears pierced once</li>
<li>I've had a nerve operation on my left ankle which has left me with a scar and a horrible lump</li>
<li>I collect thimbles from places we've visited</li>
<li>I hate the smell of fried food and garlic</li>
<li>My dream holiday would be to visit Australia, but I've never been abroad!</li>
<li>I can't have children (nature wasn't kind) but there are loads of relatives and friends with children so I get to spoil them</li>
<li>My favourite colour is pink, always has been since I was little</li>
<li>I love porridge with blueberries and almond milk for breakfast </li>
<li>Apart from my cat Pepper, who I have now, I've also had two dogs Sandy and Cassy, plus another cat Munchkin</li>
<li>I passed my driving test first time when I was 18</li>
<li>Adrian and I had a small wedding in a local registry office </li>
<li>I didn't go to Uni but did study Business Studies at College</li>
<li>My first full time job in retail was for New Look which I absolutely loved</li>
<li>I worked in a pub in the evenings for about 3 months but I hated it, it really was like Bridget Jones pulling pints!</li>
<li>I don't take sugar in my tea or coffee although I used to have 3</li>
<li>I am scared stiff of spiders and clowns and will scream the place down at the sight of them</li>
<li>I love putting on my favourite pjs and snuggling under my duvet listening to the rain, it's so relaxing</li>
<li>My bedtime routine consists of a shower, skincare, reading and a herbal tea</li>
<li>I cry at everything sad in a film or TV program, one bit of sad music and that's it, I'm off</li>
<li>My favourite feel good films are Clueless, Dirty Dancing, Pretty Woman, Bridget Jones, oh the list could go on</li>
<li>I have an obsession with jewellery, I just love pretty sparkly things</li>
<li>My nose got broken when I was a child and has been slightly wonky ever since</li>
<li>My father died when I was 2, so I never got to know him and I spent time growing up with my Nan, Aunts and a foster mother</li>
<li>A guilty pleasure, well it's quite embarrassing but here goes.....I love listening to Abba ( please don't judge, haha!)</li>
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Well, there you go, a bit of random stuff about me. If you are still around then thanks so much for reading. What's your most embarrassing guilty pleasure? What was your first Saturday job?<br />
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It only seems like yesterday that I was writing last months favourites post and I can't believe we're here again already!<br />
Now I've talked a lot about my favourite makeup products recently so I wanted to concentrate more on what skincare products I've been absolutely loving during June.<br />
I like to take care of my skin all year round but while we are in the warmer months there's more of it on show due to wearing lighter clothes with short sleeves or open toe shoes and using lighter makeup products too. Although we haven't had too many really hot days so far, you just never know and I always like to be prepared, just in case!<br />
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<a href="http://www.superdrug.com/Nivea/Nivea-Rich-and-Nourishing-Body-Moisturiser-400ml/p/564141">Nivea Rich and Nourishing Body Moisturiser</a><br />
I absolutely love using this rich moisteriser all over my body everyday after a shower, especially concentrating on those areas which are really prone to rough skin such my elbows, legs and feet. Although it's quite a thick consistency, it's really easy to apply and absorbs quickly into my skin without leaving it all sticky. It's super hydrating and leaves my body feeling so soft and nourished. I really love the classic Nivea smell of this lotion which isn't too over powering either. <br />
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<a href="https://uk.lush.com/products/masks/mask-magnaminty">Lush Mask of Magnaminty</a><br />
I really love this mask so much and I don't know why I haven't tried it sooner. I'm not sure what's going on with my skin at the moment as it seems to be going through a few changes and I've been suffering from a few breakouts, whether it's down to the change in season or hormonal I'm not sure, so I decided to give this face mask a go. This thick clay mask has the most gorgeous peppermint smell and when I first applied it to my face it felt all tingly. I didn't think I was going to be able to use it but honestly it's so gentle that even my sensitive skin loved it! I've used it once a week and left it on for about 15 minutes, then gently exfoliated with a damp face cloth before rinsing it all off. It gives a nice deep clean and my pores have really been reduced, it also helps heal any blemishes or redness. I don't think my skin has looked as healthy and felt so soft after using a face mask as it has since using this one.<br />
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<a href="http://www.kiehls.co.uk/skin-care/collection/clearly-corrective/clearly-corrective%E2%84%A2-dark-circle-perfector-spf-30/KHL843.html">Kiehls Clearly Corrective Dark Circle Perfector</a><br />
I actually picked this up a few months ago but have only just got round to trying it in the last few weeks. Honestly, this stuff is just amazing! If I'm having a day where I'm not wearing any makeup then I'll pop this on after my normal eye serum. I really love that it's got SPF 30 and protects the delicate skin around my eyes, which is quite hard to come across, and it's perfect for all year round, not just the summer. It's really hydrating with a light tint to it so it kind of gives that no make up look. Some days I've just been wearing this along with a tinted moisturiser, a bit of lip balm and a light coat of mascara and I'm good to go!<br />
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<a href="http://www.superdrug.com/Nivea/Nivea-Lip-Care-Soft-Rose-4-8g/p/559047">Nivea Lip Care Soft Rose</a><br />
I have these lip balms everywhere, in my handbag, on my desk, the bedroom! They are so soft and creamy and really hydrate my lips. I'll either wear this on its own as it has a light rose sheen to it or pop it on just before I apply a matte lipstick to save my lips drying out too much. I've tried so many lip balms over the years but I will always go back to Nivea and I've found it to be as good as some of the more expensive brands.<br />
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<a href="http://www.superdrug.com/2-for-%C2%A35-on-selected-LOreal/L'Oreal-Paris-Skin-Perfection-Soothing-Gel-Face-Wash-150ml/p/639950">L'Oreal Paris Skin Perfection Soothing Gel Face Wash</a><br />
Don't get me wrong, I love wearing makeup but my favourite part of my beauty routine is taking my makeup off, I find it so relaxing at the end of a long day. I'll use micellar water first and then I've been using this gorgeous gel cleanser to make sure my skin is squeaky clean before using my serum and night cream. I apply it to damp skin, lather it up and simply rinse away with warm water. It's a rich creamy texture which not only gets rid of all the dirt and grime but is soothes my skin without leaving it feeling dry and tight like some other cleansing washes do. I've loved using this in the morning as well while I've been in the shower and my skin feels cleansed and hydrated ready for me to apply my makeup for the day.<br />
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<a href="http://www.soapandglory.com/a-brush-with-greatness">Soap and Glory Cleansing Brush</a><br />
This double sided cleansing brush is a brilliant little invention, as I've never used a cleansing brush before I found this was a great way to see how I got on with one before wasting money on a more expensive brush. One side has bristles which gently exfoliates and the other side has little silicone bristles to give more of a deep cleanse. At first I thought the bristles were going to be too harsh on my skin but after using it for the first time I was really amazed at how soft they were. I use it every other day starting with the bristle side first and a little of my cleansing gel on damp skin which I gently work into a lather all over my face. Then I'll rinse, turn the brush over and use the other side all over my face to really help with the circulation. Wow, super glowing skin! Such a great bargain for only £6.50 which I've really enjoyed using as part of my skincare routine and been really pleased with the results.<br />
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Well that brings me to the end of my beauty favourites for this month. Thanks so much for reading. What products have you enjoyed using during June? Do you have any recommendations for me to try?<br />
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You may also like to see what I picked up in my <a href="http://rosieloveslife.blogspot.co.uk/2016/06/superdrug-haul.html">Superdrug Haul</a><br />
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