Soap & Glory

Soap & Glory is one of my most loved brands for shower products. From the smell and packaging, to the most important product inside, it ticks all the boxes for me! Although slightly more money than other more simple shower gels or lotions, they are always in 3 for 2 at Boots making it more reasonable. They also last for a long time, especially the 'Clean Girls' Body Wash, which I was using for months!

The Righteous Butter Body Lotion: £10.50 With aloe vera and shea butter this is so good for those with dry skin! The smell is slightly stronger on this, so I tend to use it at night before bed. This is a fairly new purchase but I love how creamy the texture is and it sinks in quickly.

Rich and Foamous Body Wash: £6.50 A little of this goes along way, so its well worth the money! Like many of their products it's really moisturising. I haven't tried this as a bath soak yet but the scent is very calming!

Sugar Crush Body Scrub: £8 This is definitely best in the morning as the citrus lime really wakes you up. It is a good scrub in general although slightly too soft for my liking. The sugar grains tend to 'melt' meaning you don't get to buff the skin as much, but they do help to leave the skin soft.

Scrubatomic Facial Polish: £9 (This can be much cheaper on a Boots skincare offer) This is another new product and so far I'm very mixed! The exfoliator beads have made my skin smoother, and I have also noticed my skin looking brighter! However, I started using this almost everyday and found I got quite a few spots, which is quite unusual for me. I don't know if this was a reaction, or whether it was doing it's magic and getting rid of impurities! I have since used it only 2-3 times a week and found much better results, so it may be just a little harsh for my face!

The Scrub of Your Life: £7 In my opinion, saved the best 'til last! This is the best body scrub I've used, it particularly helped smooth the back of my arms where I had bumps. This foams up really well and the beads are much stronger to exfoliate! Just bear that in mind if you have sensitive skin!

I really want to try their hair products next, so if anyone's tried them before let me know!

Liebster Award!

I was nominated by Amy who can be found here. She has a great blog, which i've been following for a little while now, so thank you for my first tag nomination!

The rules are as followed:

• You must answer all 11 questions given to you by the person who nominated you.
• You must link back to the person that nominated you.
• After completing these questions you must nominate bloggers (with under 200 followers) and give 11 questions of your choice.
• You can not nominate the person who nominated you.

You must let your nominees know that they have been nominated and provide a link to your post so they can learn more about it.

The questions were:
1. Which blogger inspired you to start your blog, and why? 
I've been reading so many blogs for years now so  there isn't really just one! The first blog I ever found was Zoella's back in 2010, so maybe hers.

2. Where would you most like to travel? 
California is definitely my next place to go! I'm thinking about doing a TrekAmerica holiday, as they look amazing!

3. What is your favourite make up brand? 
I really like Clinique however they are quite expensive on the bank balance, so probably Rimmel overall.

4. Whats your favourite season (winter, summer, etc)?
I love winter, mainly because of Christmas. I always get so into all the celebrations, especially the Christmas dinner!! I've worked in retail for the past 3 years, so cannot wait to have Boxing Day off this year!

5.What is your favourite film or book? 
I really like the film 'Friends With Benefits', Mila Kunis and Justin are the perfect pair for this film and it's not quite as soppy/cheesy as other films in this genre. Books are harder, I studied English Lit at A level so have many favourites from that!

6. Do you have a style icon, if so who?
Not particularly, I have a pretty classic style, so people like Mollie King, or Millie Macintosh are ones I look at most for inspiration. 

7. Do you prefer make up or skincare? 
Make up. My skincare regime compared to some bloggers is not very impressive!

8. If you could have anything in the world what would it be? 
This ones really hard! I would really love a plane ticket to go and see my sister, as she's now moved away. I would also love a pet cat or dog as I never had one as a child! On a much more superficial note, I would like the Urban Decay Naked palette! 

9. Most watched Youtuber or blogger? 
Sprinkle of Glitter's videos, and the 'The Londoner' are both long term faves!

10. What film have you watched more than any other?
It's so cheesy and really not the best in terms of storyline etc.. but 'Sweet Home Alabama' with Reese Witherspoon is always one I go to on a rainy afternoon!

11. If you could be one person ( dead or alive) for a day who would it be and why? 
Beyonce. For obvious reasons!

I nominate:

http://littlemisscazzie.blogspot.co.uk/
http://kelsiereynolds.blogspot.co.uk/
http://kathandcake.blogspot.co.uk/
http://mappingoutmyworld.wordpress.com/
http://www.alittlelucy.com/
http://absterdam.blogspot.co.uk/

and anyone else who wants to do it!

My Questions Are:
1. What is your favourite item of clothing?
2. Best memory from school/uni?
3. What food could you eat forever?
4. Which place would you love to visit?
5. Your miracle makeup product?
6. What 'resolution/goal' would you love to complete by 2015?
7. Favourite blogs?
8. Worst makeup or fashion mistake?
9. Best advice for your 15 year old self?
10. Who's concert would you love to go to?
11. Marmite, love it or hate it?

Review: Daily Moisturisers

Johnson's 24hr Day Cream : £3.99

Clinique: All about Eyes- Full size version £26

My perfect moisturiser is something I'm always on the hunt for. I have dry skin, and find in the winter even one day without it, is a big regret! This Johnson's day cream is one of the first that I have repurchased, and I will again! It feels light on the skin and sinks in really quickly. I always apply it just before foundation, as it makes a pretty good base. It also has SPF 15 which is perfect for a bit of added protection, especially given how rubbish I am with sun creams! I've found it has made my skin softer, and hasn't ever caused any breakouts or problems. Even though this one is for normal rather than dry skin, this one works really well, although I will choose a different one for the Autumn/ Winter.

The Clinique Eye Cream is something fairly new. This actually came in sample size as it's part of a set of several products. I apply lightly under my eyes using my ring finger. It soothes the eye area and I've found it does help slightly with make up wear such as concealer. It has made the skin slightly softer and smoother, but I haven't really noticed a reduction in circles or puffyness, a main area I was hoping for improvement... it may be that it needs to be tried for longer. I really love Clinique products, a mascara I have by them is brilliant, however, I'm not sure I would pay £26 pounds for a full size version of this cream.
I have recently got a sample size of the Clinique 'Dramatically Different' Moisturiser within a magazine so I'm excited to give that a go next!

Thanks for reading, any 'holy grail' moisturisers out there I should try?

To the seaside..

walking by Lyme Regis' beach

For the past 5-6 days I have been having a little break down south in Dorset. We originally went to celebrate my cousin's wedding day, but decided to add on a few days to enjoy the beaches and sunny weather while it lasted! As a child I used to go on holidays all around the UK, so it was really good to go back to some of these places and appreciate how lovely they all are.

The places we went to were Lyme Regis, West Bay Beach, and Southbourne- my favourite of the beaches. I'd really recommend trying a trip like this, it's perfect if you only have a couple of days free but want to fit in a lot!

 

Nike Trainers and Getting Fit

After a setback in June, I am back and ready to get fit! As cliché as it is to begin a fitness regime in summer and all, the sunny weather and lighter evenings really do make it so much more appealing! Although I am lucky to have a naturally slim build, my overall fitness isn't as good as it used to be and I miss doing regular exercise, especially dance.

So I have started at a zumba class, and so far I really like it! I'd definitely recommend this to people who are just starting out with exercise.. its fun, and with people of all ages nobody will judge you if you get a few moves wrong!
I'm also trying to run again, something I've never got on with too well! I heard it only really becomes enjoyable once you break through the first month and start running a decent distance! I'm going to stick with it and see... any tips or running songs would be great!

With this new mindset, I figured I needed some new shoes to match! These are called Nike Dual Fusion TR and were from a Nike outlet store. They had a great discount, from £60.00 RRP to £29.40

Now its warmer I'm wearing these Adidas shorts. You can buy similar from Sports Direct, or just somewhere like H&M if you want them cheaper. To Zumba I wear black leggings, any pair will do if you're just starting out, although I will buy some proper sports ones soon! With these I wear a loose t-shirt, or tank top.

I will post how I'm getting on, every month or maybe few months. Hopefully there will start to be an improvement!

Summer Sale Haul- Zara, River Island

The summer sales have well and truly begun, and I seem to be unable to resist, especially the bright patterns/ florals! Zara has always been one of my favourite places to shop, they have great reductions each season and this year is no exception. I managed to find several tops, and the light denim jeans, which are thicker quality than other store's jeans. I also popped into River Island, somewhere I don't usually go and was very pleasantly surprised. I usually find it a little expensive for what it is, but there are so many lovely things at the moment, it's worth a look!
The sunglasses were only £1 from Primark with a case, They do say UV protection on the front but think these will just be temporary until I find my perfect pair! Anyone else seriously struggle to find sunglasses that actually suit their face shape??



Zara Jeans- £15.99

River Island- £16



Zara- £12.99

Zara- £3.99

 



That's enough sale shopping for me, I think! Thanks for reading!

June Beauty Favourites

Another month has gone by so quickly! After a few relaxing weeks off I am back to work... typically just when the sun has started to show! Here are just a few things I've been loving and using non-stop this month:

Body Shop Mango Lip Butter: In my opinion Body Shop has the nicest smelling products, and this is no exception! These butters last forever, and are really creamy but without being sticky. I tend to use this before going to sleep to really hydrate overnight.

MAC Mineralize Skinfinish (Soft and Gentle): This was my first MAC product, and has been in my makeup bag ever since. This gives a gorgeous summer glow and is not too much for my pale skin! This will work out great value as a little goes a long way.

MaxFactor Glossfinity Nailpolish (forever glam): The perfect deep pink. I was really impressed with how little this chipped, and only one coat is needed.

Rimmel Wake me Up Concealer: This really does illuminate and brighten under the eye, with a medium coverage. I particularly love this as it more of a yellowy tone rather than pink which can be hard to find in the paler shades.

Jergens Original Beauty Lotion: I have been using this moisturiser since last summer and is a firm favourite. It has a light texture, and sinks quickly into the skin, great when in a rush. Personally, I love the cherry-almond smell, although it may not be for everyone. This really helps get rid of dryness from winter, and leaves the skin much softer ready for shorts and summer dresses!

I love reading monthly favourites, and always happy to hear of any more amazing products out there!