Monday 9 November 2015

More Empties #3


I've been saving these up for a while now and I have plenty of empty bottles and pits to share with you- I've obviously been a busy bunny on the cosmetics front. 

Soap and Glory Heel Genius- I've been using this stuff for a while...I remember when it used to come in blue packaging! And I can tell you that it's great stuff, I just layer a generous amount on my feet; pop on a pair of comfy socks and then go to sleep. Hey presto- softie soft feet come morning. Boom! 

Garnier Micellar Water- As you can probably tell, I get through far too much of this. Since my skin has decided to hate face wipes with a passion (be gone thou vile form of make up removal), this stuff has become my absolute saviour. Thank you. 

Lush Million Dollar Facial Moisturiser- When I first used this I absolutely hated it, it made my face really greasy and clogged, however...after putting it to bed for about 9 months, I have decided that it's actually a bit lovely. With an SPF of 30 and containing light reflecting pigment, this jojoba oil based moisturiser gives a fantastic moisture boost and glow to the skin. 

Johnson's Baby Shampoo- I don't use this on my hair, nope, I wash my make up brushes with it. Apart from Snow Fairy, I wouldn't recommend anything else for cleaning brushes. And it's really cheap.

Banana Boat Aloe Vera Gel- I picked this up in the supermarket for about £5 and have since purchased another bottle. As I get really REALLY bad prickly heat when I go on holiday (or when England is actually warm- so never then) I need a body moisturiser that is light, cooling and nourishing. 

Argan Oil Hydrating Hair Mask- So...this cost me £1. Yep, just £1. And it's damn good. Go and buy it. 

Batiste Dry Shampoo- I've tried a fair few dry shampoos, but honestly you just can't beat going back to basics. I love the Oriental scent, which is like a gorgeous cherry blossom smell. 

Lush Strawberry Twin Tub Shower Jelly- I didn't think I would like this little Lush Kitchen purchase, but I did in the end. I wanted and expected it to be a much sweeter strawberry smell, however it had an almost earthy floral undertone to it as well.

Lush Daddy O Shampoo- I don't use anything else. End of conversation. 

Lush Yuzu and Cocoa Shower Cream- The first time I used this I nearly had a showergasm (that's an orgasm in the shower). Nothing smells as good as this stuff does. If you love chocolate, orange and coconut- you'll adore this. 

Lush Big Sea Salt Shampoo- My colleague Natalie introduced me to this about 2 years ago and the scent is so refreshing (and strangely reminds me of Christmas). But the salt in it is fantastic for giving a good amount of volume and the coconut oil is very nourishing and stops the salt in the shampoo from drying the hair out or making it crispy. 

I'd love to hear what you've been using, loving or growing to love. 

Sunday 1 November 2015

October Through Instagram


Each month seems to fly by quicker and quicker...it's November? Help. Me. Unlike last month, Octover was a busier month on the good old Insta...so off we go. 

1. I bought these little goodies from Whittard as gifts...and then kept them for myself. Sorry, not sorry. The chocolate caramel hot chocolate spoon was delicious and the spotty mug is my new favourite. 

2. Say hello to Bebe, my new baby. I turned 21 in October and my birthday gift from my parents was a deposit on this gorgeous Fiat 500. She's beyond beautiful! Thank you Mum and Dad! 

3. There are very few things in this world that are better than a banana and brownie homemade milkshake! 

4. So not sorry that my October Instagram includes a photograph of a sandwich. Zero shame.

5. This is the brand new Karma bubble bar from Lush...I've always loved Karma but now it's bright purple, I love it even more. 

6. These two are so cute. Holly and Poppy having cuddles in bed after a night on the town. 

7. To celebrate turning 21, I shared afternoon tea with 18 friends and family at a local tearoom. It was a lovely afternoon and we all enjoyed tea; salmon sandwiches; scones with jam and cream; and cake...and maybe the odd flute of Champers. 

8. I had to photograph all of my cards laid out on the hearth on the morning of my 21st. People were so so generous, and I can't say how thankful I am for people's kind words, cards and gifts. THANK YOU! But god I'm old now...

9. That weirdo with the spiders in her hair...I needed something a bit halloween-y to wear for work, so instead of opting for the classic devil horns and witches hat, I decided to fill my hair with cobwebs and spiders. Spooky. Especially for someone who hates spiders. HAPPY HALLOWEEN! 


It's strange to think that it's only one month until I can put my Christmas tree up and only two months until we hit 2016 with a stonker of a hangover. Crikey, where is 2015 going?!