How Sudocrem Helped Me With My Breakouts

This may be something you've heard about before - I mean, I grew up with pretty bad skin so I know I have. I always looked for home remedies for breakouts, like toothpaste and ice cubes, and one thing I always used was sudocrem. For some reason, when I grew up and stopped getting my "early teen acne", I completely forgot how well sudocrem had worked for me, even when I got the odd breakout and complained I had nothing for it. So when I was sent this cute little sudocrem tube recently, I was reminded how well this used to work for me.

I first off want to say that I know this doesn't work for everyone, as everyones skin types are different and react differently to cetain products, but it works for me. I remember having a little tub of sudocrem I used constantly in my early teens to battle acne, which was really bad back then. It's nowhere near as bad now though, and is normally just the odd breakout. My skins been pretty bad recently though, as I'm really prone to stress breakouts and my exams are coming up soon, so stress  is everywhere.

All I do is apply some sudocrem on my really bad areas after I take my makeup off at night or in the morning if I forget. I normally leave it on for a couple of minutes, but I honestly don't know if the length of time changes how well it works - I have no idea. It's not an instant, overnight, "all my spots are gone" product, but after using this everyday for a few days, I saw such a reduction in my breakouts. I still get the odd spot that creeps out here and there, but it's been much better than before. I still use my Lush Mask of Magnaminty face and body mask to help my spots, and I find the two of them work really well together. It's really affordable and easy to buy, which means it's pretty accessible for most people. I mean, I'm pretty sure we've all had a tub of this in our cupboard at some point - it's a very multi-use product.

I'm so happy I rediscovered this little gem and was reminded of how well this used to help me and my bad skin. My breakouts may not be nearly as bad now as they used to be, but a little help goes a long way with skin care in my opinion. I've seen a reduction in my spots - especially my chin area which is normally where I get them really bad. And this cute little tube means it easily fits in my makeup bag and handbag.

Let me know if you've ever used sudocrem for your breakouts and if it worked for you. Thank you for reading my post and I hope you have a great day!

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Products I'll Always Repurchase

As a massive beauty and skincare lover, I do enjoy trying out new products, but I do have those products I just can't seem to stop buying. They've become staples in my makeup and skincare routines now, and trying out new or different ones just isn't for me. I know we all have them - a certain foundation or primer that works amazingly well for us, so why change it? I currently have 5 products in my collection that I seem to always repurchase, and don't plan on changing that anytime soon.

Nars Sheer Glow Foundation - I feel like I'm constantly going on about this foundation, but I honestly love it. It's by far the best foundation I've ever owned, and I'm not planning on changing to another one anytime soon. It matches my skin tone perfectly, applies beautifully and makes my skin look incredibly smooth. It never looks cakey but is still thick enough to cover all my blemishes and marks. The price tag doesn't bother me one bit, as I find foundation to be such an important product in your makeup routine and is something that, if it goes wrong, can alter your whole look. I didn't know someone could be so in love with a product to be honest.

The Body Shop Tea Tree Pore Minimiser - Another product I go on about enough. I find this product does so much in just one small container and is so affordable for how great it is. Not only does it work really well at reducing the appearance of pores, it's also a great makeup primer. I've seen such a reduction in any pores I used to have since I started using this product, and my makeup lasts for ages when I have it on. Another thing I have to say it that it smells great - I love the fragrance the tea tree range has - and I honestly really enjoy using this. This is another product I can't imagine myself not using every day.

Urbran Decay Setting Spray - I honestly love Urban Decay's setting sprays - both the De-slick one and their All Nighter one which I'm currently using just now. I find them to keep my makeup exactly in place for the whole day, from leaving the house very early in the morning to taking it off late at night. Even when I've been crying or battered with rain, my makeup has stayed on perfectly. And they're not actually too expensive, especially if you opt for their travel sized bottles - which I think is such a smart idea and I often go for these ones. This is definitely a must-have product in my make-up bag.

Kiehls's Ulta Facial Cream - This is another product I feel like I go on about constantly. This has honestly helped transform my really dry and lifeless skin into really moisturised and healthy skin, and that makes me extremely happy. This product has done me wonders since I started using it, and it makes my skin feel amazing. The tubs go a really long way, which is good as it's not the cheapest face cream around, but it's definitely worth every penny. This product helped introduce me to the brilliant brand that is Kiehl's, and I don't know what I'd do without it now.

MAC Studio Fix Powder - I'm not too fusy when it comes to powders, but this one works really well. It keeps my foundation in place really well and is a really great match for not only my skin tone, but my concealer and foundation. It doesn't feel thick but is actually really light, and is also really great to wear on it's own without foundation. I really enjoy using this product and don't see myself switching to another anytime soon.

Let me know if you have any products you always repurchase, or if you use any of the ones I've mentioned. Thanks so much for reading my post and I hope you all have a great day!

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Does Cocoa Butter Really Help Reduce Stretch Marks?

I've suffered from pretty bad stretch marks since I was young. I had quite a growth spurt when I was about 12, and ended up with really bad marks on my inner thighs. To be honest, they never bothered me too much because it was an area of my body, at that age, that rarely anoyone else but myself saw. But in the past year or so, I've gained more on my outer thighs and hips which honestly really make me feel self conscious, especially when I wear crop tops. So that's why I decided to try and find a way to get rid of them, or at least reduce their appearance. I tried out various prodcust from Boots that never really worked for me, so ended up trying Palmers cocoa butter as it's been known for years to reduce strech mark appearances and many pregnant women use it. I had pretty high hopes for it, anfter hearing some people say it really worked for them, even when my mum told me it wouldn't work. But did it work?

Honestly, no. I used the whole 125g tube and barely saw a difference. I have four regions that I used the cream on: my two outer thighs and the two sides of my hips, and I applied it every time I came out of a shower or bath. This meant I was applying it mostly every day, so it's not as if I was rarely ever using it. After a few weeks, I felt as if I saw a slight reduction in the marks on my left hip. Their appearance wasn't as red or obvious, but not as much as I would have hoped for. I thought this was the cream starting to work though, giving it the benefit of the doubt, and that it would continue to reduce the appearence in the coming weeks. But no. That's all I saw and it's still all I've seen.

I've heard of pregnant women who have used this throughout their pregnancy seeing a massive reduction in their stretch marks while using this. I'm not sure if my stretch marks aren't deep or thick enough (I have no idea on that kind of thing to be honest) but I thought mines would have been easier to reduce. Obviously not. Plus my marks are relatively new, as I know older ones that have turned a white colour are harder to get rid of. And I always applied a generous amount of it - so much so I used the whole thing up in about 4 months. But I haven't repurchased it as I find it to be a waste of money, and not worth the effort. I did honestly get my hopes up regarding this product, and I try to see the best in everything I try, but this really disappointed me.

All I can say is that if you're looking for a product to reduce the appearance of strech marks, go and ahead and try it. It may not work for me but it might work for you. I honestly didn't see much of an improvement in my stretch marks, and certainly saw no difference in my other three regions, but I know it has worked for others. But it did definitely leave my skin smelling like chocolate.

Let me know if you've ever tried using cocoa butter to reduce stretch marks, or if you know any other products that actually work. Thank you for reading my post and I hope you all have a great day!

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My Liz Earle Essentials

When it comes to skincare, Liz Earle is one of my absolute go to brands. I feel like I can trust all of their products with my dry, spot prone and sensitive skin, which is something I can't always do with other brands. I always have had to pay extra with skincare due to how bad my skin is, which is something I'm used to, but I feel Liz Earle is really great value for money, Along with Kiehls, they're a major part of my daily skincare routine. Today's post is a look at my three favourite Liz Earle products that I honestly couldn't be without now.

Instant Boost Skin Tonic - This is the fist toner I ever purchased as I never eally knew all the in's and outs of skincare and toners were a bit foreign to me. I decided to finally try this tonic, as I'd heard some really good things about it and thought it was about time I gave one a try. This product smells absolutely amazing and doesn't have that acidic smell other toners have - it's quite floral scented which I love. It does exactly what it says on the tin and tones my skin so well, as well as really calming down any red patches or blotchy parts of my skin. You really don't need a lot of this to see a big difference, and I only apply a small amount to the cotton pad when I use it. It's also really hydrating and soothing on my skin, and leaves my skin looking and feeling more refreshed than it's ever been before.I'm so happy I tried out this product, and now it's one of my absolute essentials.

Intensive Nourising Treatment Mask - I really love face masks and own quite a few, but this one is one of my favourites. This product is specifically targeted for dry skin which is why I wanted to buy it, and it helps to de-stress and relax irritated skin. It also smells amazing - Liz Earle really knows how to do lovely fragrances - and I love it's creamy texture. It's so soothing on the skin when you apply it, and doesn't cause any red patches when it's removed which some face masks can do. This isnt a hard face mask, which means you can apply it quickly and wash it off easily as well as being able to wear it overnight which is great. It is eactly what the name suggests - a nourishing treatment face mask.

Cleanse & Polish Hot Cloth Cleanser - This is one of my favourite skincare items I own and definitely my favourite from Liz Earle. Cleansers are so important in your daily skincare routine, so it's vital you find one that works well with your skin type, like this product does with mine. It's a very deep cleanser and removes makeup and daily grime so well. I use this twice daily and find my skin looking so clean and refreshed after I use it that I've actually had some great compliments on how good my skin's been looking. Your skin also feels really hydrated and nourished which is great, and I can honestly say my skin looks much brighter and clearer when I use this.

Using all three of these products combined has really helped cleanse and smooth my skin, and I honestly couldn't imagine not using them anymore. They may be a bit pricey but I can honestly say they're worth every penny - but if you are only going to buy one, I'd definitely recommend the hot cloth cleanser. Liz Earle has became one of my favourite brands recently and it's definitely worth a try if you haven't already. Thank you so much for reading my post and I hope you all have a wonderful day!

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Lush Halloween Haul

Lush is a brand I've never used too often in the past because of how sensitive my skin is. I used to get quite rashy when I used their bath bombs but loved some of their other products like their face masks. But at this time of the year I love having a good bath, so just had to buy some of their new Halloween range - and will definitely be purchasing some of their Christmas range soon. I'm really excited by the look of these products, some I've already used and others I'm yet to try.

Pumpkin Gift Set - When I was looking through this years Halloween products, I just knew I had to buy this adorable gift set. It contained most of the products I already wanted to buy so this made it so much easier for me. It contains the Sparkly Pumpkin bubble bar, Pumpkin bath bomb, Boo bath melt and Lord of Misrule bath bomb which all look so amazing. I haven't used any of these yet as I'm trying to keep them for closer to Halloween night, but they do look so tempting - I'm really considering using one of these tonight. They all smell so amazing, and the smell of these kind of products really do make such a big difference in my opinion - I'm especially a fan of he smell of the pumpkin bath bomb. I'm so excited to use these, especially the bath bombs, because who doesn't love a good bath?

Lord of Misrule Shower Cream - My Soap & Glory body wash just ran out, so it was the perfect excuse to pick myself up one of these shower creams. I absolutely love the earthy smell of this and I love how it's a dark green colour - it's definitely getting me in the Halloween spirit already. It leaves me smelling great for ages afterwards which I'm so impressed with, as most of the shower creams I've used before have fragrances that disappear very quickly. It's definitely became one of my favourite Lush products at the moment.

R&B Hair Moisturiser - This isn't exactly a Halloween product but I bought it at the same time so I'll include it in the haul. When I saw this product in the Lush shop, I wasn't sure about it but the smell of it won me over. I absolutely love this orange flower fragrance as it reminds me so much of being away on holiday when I was younger. This product helps to moisturise and hydrate you hair, as well as leaving it smelling amazing. The only downside is that, as I apply it before I dry my hair, it can sometimes take a bit longer to dry it. But this is something I can look past becuase of how incredibly smooth and hydrated my hair has been since I started using it.

Mask of Magnaminty - This is a product I will always repurchase from Lush because I love it so much. This face mask really helps me with my spot prone skin and helps reduce any blotchiness I have. The peppermint smell is amazing - it always makes me want to eat it - and I find it to work so well. I've honestly seen such a reduction in skin outbreaks since I started using this, so I'd be an idiot to ever stop.

I'm so happy with all my purchases and am so excited to try out my bath bombs. Let me know if you've picked up anything from Lush's Halloween range this year yet or if you've used any of the ones I've mentioned. Thank you for reading my post and I hope you all have a wonderful day!

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September Favourites

How is that September over with already? I can't believe that's us officially in October - the month of Halloween - and now getting so close to Christmas. Quite a lot happened to me in September including starting back at University, and I ended up not buying as many new beauty products as I would have liked to considering most of my money was going on Uni things. But I do have some products I really loved over the course of the month, some old and some new.

Garnier Micellar Cleansing Water - I just did a whole post dedicated to this product here, and if you read it you'll know that I'm absolutely loving it right now. It's very easy to use, and is great as it can be used to remove both eye and face makeup. It's really affordable and easy to buy - if you're from the UK - and I find it great on my sensitive skin as it's very gentle. This is definitely my favourite makeup remover I've used and is one of my favourite products of the moment.

Kiko Milano High Pigment Wet And Dry Eyeshadow in 54 - I already own two of these Kiko Milano eye shadows and I absolutely loved both of them. That's why, on a recent shopping trip, I decided to pop back in and buy myself another one. This shade is pretty similar to my other two as I feel Kiko Milano do pink and purple shades so well and I wanted a darker one this time. It's exactly what is says in the name - high pigment - and this grape colour looks absolutely beautiful on. For how great quality they are, these eyeshadows are so affordable and I even picked my Mum up two for her birthday.

MAC Lustre Lipstick in Syrup - Now I'm an absolute sucker for a MAC lipstick, and I honestly can't go into the shop without picking another one up - it's honestly a sickness. So when I went in to pick my friend up one for her birthday, I obviously had to get myself a new one too. This pinky shade looks beautiful on, even though it does apply slightly darker than it looks. It's very long lasting and feels very soft on the lips which I love. It isn't matte which is what I normally go for but it's a nice change and I've been wearing it constantly since I bought it. It's fast become one of my favourite MAC lipsticks of the moment.

Urban Decay Naked Smoky Palette - This isn't a new product for me as I've had it for quite a while, but I seem to have used it loads over the month of September. Autumn and Winter always make me want to go for a more smoky eye and this palette is perfect for doing that. It's not the most afforable palette around, but I absolutely love all the sahdes and how long lasting they are as well as how pigmented they are. It may be an oldy, but it's a goody.

Tarte Showstopper Clay Palette - Up until buying this product, I had never actually owned anything from Tarte before so I was really excited to give it a go. The palette has a highlighter, bronzer, blusher and 6 different eyeshadows all in the one which is just perfect for me. They are all such great quality and are perfect shades for me, as well as being very pigmented. The highlighter is one of the best powdered highlighters I've tried and I'm currently wearing it everyday over my normal favourites, it's that good. This has became a holy grail product for me and It's definitely gave me a very good impression on Tarte as a brand.

Let me know what products you loved over the course of September and if you've been loving any of the ones I mentioned. Thank you so much for reading my post and I hope you have a great day!

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Is It Worth The Hype?: Garnier Micellar Water

When I decided to do this new series of Is It Worth The Hype, there was one product I just knew I had to include and it was Garnier's Micellar Cleansing Water. This is probably one of the most hyped up beauty products this year, and I can understand why. You've probably already read about 100 reviews on this product - I know I have - so do bear with me on this one. Let's discuss, once and for all, if Garnier's Micellar Water is really worth the hype.

I had never really bought into this product until recently, as I had my own makeup removers I liked to use and stuck with them. Even reading all the great reviews on this product, I always thought that a makeup remover's a makeup remover - it all does the same job so how good could this really be? When I was running low on my No7 remover, I decided to give in and picked up the travel sized version of the Micellar Water - I wasn't ready to make the full sized commitment. Even though I'd really liked Garnier's Eye Makeup Remover, I wasn't sure how well this would work as both a face and eye makeup remover as I'd always used one for each.

Finally buying it though, I was really excited to use it. The packaging's really cute and the actual product smells really nice. It's so affordable which is great, especially as it's something you use daily so it can disappear quite quickly. After using it for a few weeks now, I can say I'm actually really impressed with it. It works great on my face and takes off my makeup so quickly and easily with only one overall sweep. It also works really well on my eyes - almost as good as their Eye Makeup Remover - and it doesn't leave my eyes or face feeling oily or greasy. It takes off my mascara really well, which was my one concern about using it as I apply quite a lot and find it quite hard to gett off at the end of the day, but I had no need to worry. It makes taking off my makeup so easy and stress free which is always a great thing and have yet to find anything negative about this product.

Answering my own question, is this product worth the hype? I have to say, definitely yes. Having an eye and face makeup remover in the one product that actually works is amazing and it's so affordable and easy to use. As much as I didn't want to buy into the hype of this product, I've definitely fallen for Garniers Micellar Cleansing Water.

Let me know if you've used his product and if you think it's worth the hype. Thank you so much for reading my post and I hope you all have a wonderful day!

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Kiehl's Skin Brightening Exfoliator

Kiehl's is becoming one of my favourite skincare brands of the moment. Their facial cream absolutely saved my life, or at least my face, and that's why I've been desperate to try some of their other products. I had actually never used an exfoliator before I bought this product, so I knew that's exactly what I wanted when I walked into the Kiehl's store. I picked up the Skin Brightening Exfoliator as it sounded like something I'd really love and enjoy using - and I was right.

I first of all want to say how much I've loved using this. I only apply it once a week, and honestly do look forward to getting to use it. The feeling it leaves you with after you wash it off is amazing, and it smells so fresh as well. It's very gentle on the skin, which is something I always need to watch for considering how sensitive my skin is and how easily it can be irritated. This exfoliator helps to reduce skin discolouration and help restore hydration levels, which are the main reasons I really wanted to try this product. The other main reason I chose this product is the fact it helps to brighten and illumintae your skin, which is something I was really needing to be honest.

This does exactly what it says on the tin - I've noticed such a change in my skin since I started using it. I have honestly found my face looking much brighter, softer and illuminated, and it has definitely reduced any irregularities my face had. This paired with my facial cream has definitely helped increase my skin hydration levels, and I rarely find my skin to be looking dry anymore which is something I'm incredibly happy about. My complexion looks much more even and I've found a very noticeable reduction in any dark spots I used to have. I honestly don't have any negative things to say about this exfoliator - I honestly love using it.

If anyone is on the lookout for a new exfoliator or a new skincare product, I'd definitely recommend this one. It has really helped improve the look and feel of my skin and has been worth every penny. It's very easy to use and wash off, and feels beautiful on the skin and not at all irritating. Kiehl's really is a great skincare brand that I'd encourage anyone to try out if they haven't before. I'm desperate to try out more of their products soon.

Let me know if you've tried out this exfoliator before, or any of Kiehl's other products, Thank you so much for reading my post and I hope you all have a wonderful day!

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Quick Fix Facials: Calming Clay Mask

I love face masks, especially ones that help with irritated or sensitive skin as they're my biggest skin issues. If you read my blog, you'll know I love Lush's Mask of Magnaminty to help with my breakouts. So when I saw this Calming Clay Mask and that it helps with sensitive skin, I just had to pick it up. It's very affordable and easy to find so I thought it was worth a try. I've seen very mixed reviwes on this product but honestly, I've really liked it.

I have to say that a little bit goes a long way with this mask. You don't need a large amount to cover your face and the bottle contains quite a lot. The mask itself is white clay and isn't as thick as I first thought it would be - you can barely even see it on your face after you apply it. You apply a thick layer onto your skin and leave it for around 5-10 minutes. I normally only leave it on for about 5 minutes as I find it works better for my skin that way.

The biggest thing for me about this mask was helping with my sensitive skin. It also helps with red and irritated skin, but I don't suffer from these problems as badly. It contains various ingredients that help with all these different problems - oatmeal to help with dry skin, aloe vera to reduce inflamed skin and moisturise, chamomile extract to help calm sensitive skin and rose extract to help minimise redness. I've used this product quite a few times now and have definitely found it to have helped my skin. It's not as sensitive as it used to be which is the biggest positive for me, and I have noticed my skin has been much more moisturised and smoothe. I definitely find my face to be a lot softer after I wash the mask off, and I've been really happy with the results of this mask,

Now I've seen some people say they find this mask actually increases redness, but I have to say this hasn't happened to me. I've had nothing but good experiences while using this and my skin's been looking much better since I started applying it. It might be different for every person, depending on their skin type and what their main issues are. I myself have really enjoyed using this product and would really like to try some of the other Quick Fix Facials products.

Let me know if you've ever used this product or any of the other products by Quick Fix Facials and what your opinions on them are. Thank you so much for reading my post and I hope you all have a wonderful day!

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July Favourites

How is it actually the end of July and the start of August already? It feels like just yesterday I was writing my June Favourites post. Quite a lot has happened to me over the course of the month. including getting myself a new job which has been very exciting for me. Over the month, I've been using a lot of makeup and bought myself quite a lot of new products, which my bank account hasn't exactly been loving but I have been. So here are all the things I've been loving over the month of July.

Makeup

ABH Brow Wiz in Dark Brown - If I'm honest, I'm a bit of an eyebrow novice and never use a lot of products on my eyebrows. I've used gels before but I've never liked the way my eyebrows look after, so decided to give Brow Wiz a little try as I get on best with pencils and crayons. It's not the cheapest product around and I've seen a lot of posts on High Street dupes for it, but I was willing to pay the price if it did the job well. I'm happy to say I've really enjoyed using this product. The brush side is great for shaping your brows, and the pencil side, which is actually more of a crayon, is perfect and easy to use for shading and filling in the gaps. It's made doing my brows so much easier and doesn't make too much of a fuss. It's definitely my go-to brow product at the moment.

NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream in Sydney - I feel like I've been going on about these lip creams for forever but I can't help it - I honestly love them. My favourite shade over the course of July was definitely Sydney. I was never much of a fan of lighter pink shades on my lips until I bought this, and it's definitely helped me change my mind. The conistency of these creams is just amazing and I love the way they feel on my lips. The colour of this shade is just beautiful and I've loved wearing it as part of my summer makeup looks.

Kiko Milano High Pigment Wet and Dry Eyeshadow in 37 - I featured this product in a haul post here and have been loving it ever since. This shade is a peachy colour that has shimmers of gold through it, and is very pigmented which I absolutely love. It's a shade that's very easy to wear and blends perfectly with other shadows. It lasts me all day which I'm so pleased with considering how affordable this product is. I'm definitely planning on picking up more of these High Pigment Wet and Dry Eyeshadows the next time I'm within 50 feet of a Kiko Milano store.

Sleek iDivine Eyeshadow Palette in A New Day - I featured this product in a haul post here and I've loved it ever since I bought it. I may not have had it the whole of July, but I've used it almost every day since I've had it, and it's fast becoming one of my favourites. For how affordable it is, the shades are so pigmented and honestly last me all day - and still look as good as when they were first applied. It's made me become a big fan of Sleek Makeup. and I'm looking into buying myself another palette soon.

Urban Decay Naked 2 24/7 Glide-On Double-Ended Eye Pencil - I'm such a massive fan of eye makeup, especially smokey eyes with a lot of liner. That's why I decided to pick up this eye pencil, as I really liked the idea of having two different shades in the one product. This liner contains the shades Perversion and Pistol which both look gorgeous. I like the texture of the pencils as they feel very creamy and soft, and are actually more like crayons than pencils. They have a slight glitter to them which I wasn't sure I'd like but I actually really enjoy, and I've been really loving wearing this product over the month of July.

Skincare

Lush Mask of Magnaminty Face and Body Mask - I've already gushed over my love for this product in a blog post here and I still love it just as much. It smells amazing, feels amazing, and leaves my skin feeling great after I use it. This mask is great for acne prone skin and for people who suffer badly from breakouts, which is a category I come under. It's left my skin looking and feeling much better and I've had very few breakouts since I started using it.

Random Favourites

Will and Grace - This TV show has been around for years but I'm currently rewatching it and forgot how much I love it. I own all the box sets and have been watching it all day every day - I'm a tad addicted to it right now. It's hilariously funny and is the perfect show to cheer me up when I need a laugh.

Macaroni and Cheese - This is a bit of a weird one, but I currently have such an obsession with Macaroni and Cheese. I absolutely love cheese but never ever used to like Macaroni until I tried the Batchelors version and I fell in love. I honestly eat so much of this it's ridiculous - but god it's good.

Let me know what your favourites this month were and make sure to link me your blog posts if you've wrote one. Also let me know if you've used any of the products I've mentioned and what your opinions on them are. Thank you so much for reading my post and I hope you all have a wonderful August!

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Product Empties

I've been collecting all my product empties for quite a while, so this post has been a long time coming. I try so hard to get the most out of my products and hate throwing things away - call me a hoarder - but I'm finally parting ways with these. They are some of the products I've used up in the past 2-3 months, and I have to say, I've really loved them.

Soap & Glory Hand Food Hand Cream - If you've read my Soap & Glory favourites post, you'll know I absolutely love their Hand Food hand cream and planned on including it in that post. I honestly feel like I go through one of these every month or so because I apply it so often. I find myself with dry and chapped hands quite a lot, so end up grabbing this constantly. It's definitely one of my favourite hands creams I own as I really love the scent of it. It's so moisturising and always leaves my hands feeling so smooth and soft afterwards.

No7 Essential Moisture Day Cream - No7 is a brand I've had a bit of a love hate relationship with. Some of their products I've loved and always repurchase, while others I've really disliked. This is one of the ones I've loved. This moisturiser is so soft and smooth on the skin and is the first moisturiser I found that was this hydrating, which is great for my very dry skin. I find this tub goes a really long way and it lasts me a really long time. It's also really light so is great for spring and summer time. I've repurchased this quite a few times now, and as much as I love it, I'm now using my Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cream as my daily morning moisturiser.

Urban Decay de-slick Makeup Setting Spray - I already featured this product in my Current Favourites here and it has been such a lifesaver for me. It always keeps my makeup perfectly in place, no matter where or what I'm doing, and is definitely a product I'll be repurchasing soon. I love how quick and easy this is to use, and how quickly it dries. It doesn't leave my face feeling wet or sticky which other setting sprays have done. This product has fast become one of my favourites of 2016 so far.

Soap & Glory Sugar Crush Body Buttercream - I featured this product in my Soap & Glory favourites here and it's one of my favourite body creams I own. It smells absolutely amazing and feels so smooth and soft on the skin. It applies so easily onto the skin and I find this absorbs very quickly, unlike some of my other body creams and lotions. This is definitely one of my favourite body creams and Soap & Glory products and I'll never not repurchase this.

Benefit They're Real Mascara - I decided to try this mascara out after hearing so many good reviews on it from so many people. I have to say, I do really like this mascara. I love really dark ones that leave your lashes very full and elongated, and this is definitely one of those. I got on really well with this and found my lashes looking beautiful and very full. My only issue is I found it didn't last as long as I would've liked it to for the price of it. I have repurchased this product as I really enjoy trying out new mascaras, so I haven't used it for a while now.

Maybelline Colossal Go Chaotic Mascara - I don't normally buy high street mascaras, after one I'd used previously left my eyes in a bit of a state, but I decided to pick up this one in my local Boots as I wanted something that was affordable. I did really like this product, as it did exactly what I look for in a mascara - it was volumising and left my lashes looking full. The only thing I didn't like is that it worked really well for the first few weeks, but then the quality declined. By the third or fourth week, it didn't leave my lashes looking as good as it did for the first few times which was disappointing.

MAC Studio Fix Fluid Foundation in NW15 - I went through a phase of really loving MAC foundations and this product was one of them. For quite a while, this was my daily foundation and I really enjoyed using it. The shade matched my skin tone perfectly and I loved the fuller coverage it gave me. It did verge on feeling a bit cakey but it hid all my flaws and spots really well which I was very happy about. I haven't repurchased this as I'm really loving the Nars Sheer Glow foundation right now, but it is one of my favourite MAC foundations.

Overall, I've really enjoyed using all these products and that's shown by the fact I fully finished every one of them. Let me know if you've used any of the products I've mentioned and what your opinions on them are. Thank you so much for reading my post and I hope you all have a wonderful day!

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The Body Shop: Tea Tree Pore Minimiser

The Body Shop is a brand that I've loved for so long because of their amazing skincare ranges.  I absolutely love their body creams and have started trying out some of their newer products. One of the ranges I'd been dying to try for quite a while was their Tea Tree products. On my last trip to the store, I decided to pick up their pore minimiser as I'd never tried one before and the idea really of it appealed to me. I have been throughly enjoying using this product since I bought it, and it has really made me fall back in love with The Body Shop.

I first of all have to say how cute this packaging is with the leaf design. The bottle is really thin which is great for taking on holiday or for fitting in your makeup bag. Even with this being said, a little bit goes a long way with this product. It's suitable for blemished skin which is great, and it also smells amazing. I was really intrigued by this product, as I have a lot of trouble with my pores and this seemed perfect for minimising their appearance. I also really like how it's affordable and doesn't break the bank, and I picked this one up in a 3 for 2 deal.

I have genuinely loved this product since I started using it and have seen such a big difference in my skin. My pores are definitely looking smaller which I'm very happy about, and it leaves my face feeling so smooth and soft. It also mattifies and can be used as a primer which is a massive bonus for me, as I love mattifying primers and this can act as one. My skin has been visibly clearer after using this and I would definitely recommend using this if you have oily or acne-prone skin. I normally use this after I apply my moisturiser and before my makeup, but it can easily be applied on its own. Everyone I have spoke to who has used this product has loved it and I'm yet to find one negative comment about it. This is definitely something I can see myself repurchasing in the future and it's fast became a part of my daily skincare routine.

I would really recommend buying this if you struggle with large pores, have oily skin for its mattifying properties, or have acne-prone skin. I have been loving using this product and have seen such a big difference in my skin since I started using it. It's also made me really want to purchase some of the other products in The Body Shops Tea Tree Range.

Let me know if you've tried this pore minimiser and what your opinions on it are. Also let me know if you've tried any of the other products in the Tea Tree range. Thank you so much for reading my post and I hope you have a great day!

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Mini Lush Haul

Lush is a shop I absolutely love but never seem to visit as much as I would like to. I find a lot of their products, especially their bath bombs, really don't react well with my sensitive skin and leave me with a bit of a rash. That's why I decided, on my most recent visit to the shop, to pick up a few different products I'd never tried from Lush before but had heard great things about, that would hopefully not react as badly with my skin.

Sea Spray Hair Mist - Lush's Sea Spray Hair Mist was something I'd heard a lot of people talking about who all seemed to really love it. I really liked the idea of it, as I have very dry hair and needed something to brighten it up, as well as a product that could liften my hair during the day. I do have to say it's not Lush's cheapest product, but I was really intrigued and excited to give it a go. The one thing I have to say about this is that it has a very strong sea salt smell - duh. Some people seem to really like this smell, but I have to be honest - I don't. I feel like you can smell it all day after you use it, so I find myself trying to cover the smell with body sprays and perfumes which is bad, I know. As a product though, I do really like it. I find it keeping my hair very voluminous over the course of the day and holds it in place very well. It's also good to give your hair a bit of a boost when you need it throughout the day. I've found myself using this quite a lot since I got it as it works really well and has been leaving my hair looking great, especially when my hair's been curly. As a product, I do really like this, if only it didn't smell so strongly of sea salt.

Mask of Magnaminty - Now this is one of those 'bloggers made me buy this' products. I had seen a lot of bloggers posting reviews on this face mask, and all the ones I've read so far have been really positive. That's why, on my latest trip to Lush, I knew I just had to pick this up. I went for the smaller size out of the two that were available, just incase I wasn't a fan. This product really appealed to me due to the fact it's supposed to prevent and tame any skin outbreaks, and since I have very spot prone skin, this seemed very suited to me. It can be used on both your face and back which I think is a really smart idea, as I know quite a few people have have bad outbreaks on the top of their backs. It's a peppermint mask which smells absolutely amazing, and I find myself wanting to eat this when I smell it - I obviously don't eat it though. I've found this mask has worked really well for my skin. I've seen such a reduction in outbreaks on my face if I use this once a week, which I'm really happy with. I have noticed though, as I have really sensitive skin, I can't use this more than once a week or it causes my skin to be quite aggrivated. I also need to make sure I remove it after about 5 minutes as well, but that's definitely something I can live with. I really enjoy using this mask and it's worked wonders for my face, so this gets a massive thumbs up from me.

I've now restored my love for Lush and will definitely be back in soon to buy more stuff. Let me know what Lush products I could use with very sensitive skin and what your opinions are of the Sea Spray and Mask of Magnaminty. Thank you so much for reading my post and I hope you all have a great day!

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June Favourites

How is it the end of June already? God, this year has actually flown by so far. Over the course of the month, I've bought and used quite a lot of new products that I've been really excited about and have really been enjoying. My birthday was at the end of May so I have to admit, a lot of my birthday money went on new beauty products. This post includes all of the the things that I've been loving over the course of June, both makeup, skincare and random favourites.

Makeup

Nars Sheer Glow Foundation (Mont Blanc) - I used the Nars Sheer Glow foundation quite a lot last year and thoroughly enjoyed it. I then decided to try out other foundations, before repurchasing it again at the end of May. When I bought this, I honestly don't know why I ever changed. I'm the shade Mont Blanc which is the closest and most accurate shade of foundation that I've ever bought. I love the heavier coverage that it gives me and it feels very weightless. It really does what the name suggests and gives your face a very subtle glow, and I find it lasts me for ages. This is hands down one of my favourite foundations I've ever tried and is worth every penny it costs. The only downside is that it doesn't come with a pump, but I can let that slide considering how amazing it is.

MAC Satin Lipstick in Captive - This is the newest addition to my MAC lipstick collection and I absolutely love it. A friend bought me it for my birthday and God does she know me well, because I''ve been wearing this constantly since I got it.  It's a dark pinkish-purple shade that applies a lot darker than it looks. I normally opt for their Matte shades, but this is one of the Satin lipsticks that I've actually really been enjoying as it's a shade that's very easy to wear. The texture and consistency of this lipstick is very creamy and not at all drying, and I find it to be very long lasting. This is fast becoming one of my favourite MAC lipstick shades I own.

MAC Studio Fix Powder (NC30) - I have to say that I absolutely adore this powder. I've been using this for quite a while now, but feel I used it and loved it a lot more over the course of June. I sometimes wear it alone when I'm feeling a more natural look, or on top of foundation which is what I mostly do. I love the colour it gives to my face, as well as being really long lasting and durable. It gives you that air brushed finish we all dream of and covers any lumps and bumps I have so well. I really enjoy using this powder a lot, and would encourage you to give it a go if you haven't tried it yet.

Anastasia Bevery Hills Cream Contour Kit (Fair) - I'm relatively new to the world of contouring, and have normally used highlighter and bronzer to contour my face. I decided to purchase this cream contour kit as I thought using creams would be much easier for me to use than powders. I bought it in the shade Fair, as I'm quite pale and wanted to keep the colours quite light and natural. I've really been loving this product as it's been very easy to use and blend, and the colours have complimented my skin tone perfectly. I love how light the consistency of the creams are and how much they really do enhance my features. It's also very obvious how good quality it is compared to other contour kits. I've really been loving this and it has definitely helped me become at least average at contouring.

Skincare

The Body Shop Tea Tree Pore Minimiser - I'd never used a pore minimiser before but decided to pick this up on a trip into my local Body Shop. This product smells absolutely amazing and I love how it leaves my skin feeling. It definitely does work, as I have noticed my pores looking smaller and my skin feeling much healthier. It can also be used as a makeup base which is a massive bonus, and is very mattifying if you use it in this way.

Random Favourites

Love Island - If you're from the UK, you'll know about the reality TV show Love Island that's been on ITV2 at the moment. This has been my absolute guilty pleasure over the course of the month and I haven't missed a single episode, even though it's on every night. It's about a bunch of single guys and girls staying at a villa in Spain looking to find love, and I've been absolutely obsessed. I'd give it a watch on catch up if you haven't caught it yet, but beware - it's addictive.

Scream - Another TV show I've been addicted to this month has been Scream, which I've been watching on Netflix. The second season is currently being released weekly on the site and I have to say, I've been loving it. Without giving too much away, it's about a serial killer who strikes a town and is based on the movies of the same name. It's very creepy and full of suspense - it's definitely something you should watch if you're a fan of horrors. The full first season is currently on Netflix for anyone who is wanting to give it a try.

These have been all the things I've really been loving over the course of June. Let me know what you've been loving, and if you've enjoyed any of the things I've mentioned. Thank you so much for reading my post and I hope you all have a great day!

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Free Product: Elemis Hydra-Nourish Night Cream

If you've read my blog before, you'll know that I love buying magazines that have free products in them. Not only do you get a product for a much cheaper price than buying it alone, but you get things you may never have tried if it wasn't a freebie with the magazine. During a recent browse in the magazine aisle of my local supermarket, I noticed the July issue of Marie Claire magazine had a free Elemis cream in it. Some contained day creams while others had night creams, and I decided to go for a night cream as I don't actually have many of them.

The Hydra-Nourish Night Cream currently costs £43 for a 50ml tube on the Elemis website. With the magazine, you recieve a 15ml sample which would technically be worth £12.90. Considering the magazine only costs £3.99, you'd be saving just under £9 which is a massive saving. I'd highly recommend buying the magazine just for this amazing saving, even if you don't want to read it.

Elemis is a brand that's been around for so long and is very well known and respected. I've never actually used any of their products before so was really excited to try this out. Since I've had this, I've been applying it every night after I've cleansed and before I go to bed. I love the texture of this cream and it smells absolutely amazing. When you apply it, it feels a lot thicker than most of the other creams I've used before which I was a bit apprehensive about at first. It does smooth easily though and doesn't feel thick on your face. Since I have really dry skin, I was excited to see how this worked for me as it's stated as being hydra-nourishing.

After using this for a few weeks and almost finishing the tube, I can say that I really do like this product. I love the way it leaves my face feeling and looking after I apply it, and it's one of those creams that makes you feel really good about yourself after you use it. It's been so hydrating and mousturising for my skin which is the main reason I had wanted to try it, and I can honestly say it's left my face feeling so smooth and soft. This paired with my Kiehl's facial cream has left my face feeling the smoothest it has ever been. I've been thouroughly enjoying using this and am really considering buying the full bottle as I'm almost finished with my tube - or buying another magazine for another free sample.

I would really encourage you, if you're able to, to buy the July edition of Marie Claire solely to try this night cream, or the day cream if you'd prefer. I've been really enjoying it and it's worked out as such a saving.

Let me know if you've tried the Elemis Hydra-Nourish Night Cream, or even the day cream, and let me know your opinion on it. Thank you so much for reading my post and I hope you all have a wonderful rest of your day!

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Soap & Glory Favourites

Soap & Glory is one of my favourite bath and body brands. I find myself recieving their products constantly for Christmas and my birthday, and I always end up picking up stuff when I'm in Boots. There are so many things I love about this brand and find many of their bath and skincare products work so well for me, as well as being very affordable. They do have makeup products but I find myself shying away from these to be honest, and always stick to their body products. For todays post, I thought I would go through the Soap & Glory products that are my absolute favourites right now as I know a lot of people really enjoy this brand. All the products I have chosen are bath and body related (sorry for all their makeup fans).

I do have to say that I love their Sugar Crush range as those products smell absolutely amazing - it's definitely my favourite Soap & Glory scent. They have a freshly-squeezed lime fragrance which I absolutely love. That's why two of the products from this range have ended up in my favourites. The first is the Sugar Crush Fresh & Foamy Body Wash. I do love a good body wash and this is definitely one of them. I absolutely love this product and find a small bit goes a long way. It smells amazing and feels so lovely on your skin - it always leaves me feeling so smooth and soft. I also find myself smelling great after I get out of the shower - I do pair it with the body cream, but the body wash alone leaves me smelling lovely, which to be fair it should (lol). 

The other product I'm loving from this range is the Sugar Crush Body Buttercream. Also with the sweet lime fragrance, this is one of my favourite smelling body creams I own. It's also one of my favourite body creams I own in general. When I apply this, I feel like it dissolves so quickly and easily, and leaves my skin feeling so smooth and soft it's unreal. It's also very hydrating and I use this quite a lot during summer when I feel my skin is more likely to need that extra bit of moisturising. The fragrance is also very summery so is perfect for this time of year. A small bit goes a long way with this body cream but I always apply more than I need - I just love it that much. 

The next product that I'm featuring in my favourites is the Clean On Me Shower Gel that has a built-in body lotion. I absolutely love this shower gel right now and have been using it constantly in the shower recently. I find it so easy to use as it lathers very quickly and it smells amazing - it's my second favourite Soap & Glory scent. It's definitely very moisturising which is something I look for in a good shower gel, and it always leaves my skin feeling silky smooth. It also lasts for ages - I feel like I've been using it for such a long time and still have half of the bottle left, which is a massive thumbs up for me.

Another one of my Soap & Glory favourites right now is The Scrub Of Your Life which is a body buffer. This was the first time I'd ever used a product like this and was very excited to try it. You apply it while in the shower after you've washed and then rinse it off. It contains scrubbing beads which help to smooth out any rough patches on your skin and help moisturise any dry areas. I love the way this feels on my skin and how silky it leaves it looking, as well as it smelling great - I feel like Soap & Glory haven't went wrong with a single one of their scents yet. 

Another product I've really been loving lately is the Heel Genius foot cream. I suffer quite badly from dry feet and have found this product has worked wonders for me. I apply it every night and then put socks on over it to let it soak in while I sleep, which is what's recommended on the bottle. I really like the smell of this and find it to be so moisturising, leaving my feet feeling as smooth as a babys bottom. It's definitely worth a buy if you're looking for an affordable foot cream.

One of my other favourites from Soap & Glory is of course their Hand Food hand cream which I have just ran out of. I would have definitely included this as part of my favourites in this post, but instead, I am posting a review of it as part of my product empties post which will be up in the coming weeks, so keep your eyes pealed for that.

I love Soap & Glory as a brand and will always buy their products - I feel like it's a natural reflex. Let me know what your favourite products are and if you're loving any of the ones I've mentioned. Thank you for reading my post and I hope you all have a great rest of your day!

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My Summer Essentials

Summer is just around the corner, and with the warmer weather comes a change in the products we use daily. I find myself wearing less face make up and needing to moisturise my body and face a lot more. For todays post, I thought I would go over the 5 things I find essential in my summer routine, both make up and skin care. These are the products I use mostly every day during summer, weather dependant of course, and I thought I should share them with all of you. I'm so excited for summer as it's my favourite time of the year and I love giving my skin a bit of a break. As I write this though, it couldn't be any further from summer with the dreary weather outside.

The first thing I find essential every summer is aloe vera body cream. I'm currently using the Aloe Body Butter from The Body Shop which has been working really well. I always use Aloe butter as it really helps moisturise your skin as well as being an absolute god send with any sunburn I have. I have also been suffering from really bad pealing skin just now and find this also thoroughly helps with that. Aloe butter is naturally hydrating, so works well when you apply it at night after a long day in the sun. I always feel that a lot of sun exposure can dry out my skin, even when I'm wearing my sun cream, so find this body butter really helpful. 

Something that is essential for everybody during summer is sun cream. I have the Nivea sun spray lotions in SPF 20, 30 and 50 which I alternate between depening on how strong the sun is. Making sure you're wearing sun cream when you're out in the sun is so important, no matter your age or skin type. I know that at some point in our life, we've though that wearing sun protection would stop us from getting a tan so you wouldn't want to wear it, but never really knew how dangerous this was. But nowadays, I think it's more known how important protectiong our skin from the sun is, so sun cream is definitely a summer essential for us all. 

Now I know I said I really enjoying not wearing any face makeup during summer, but sometimes you do find you want to wear a bit of foundation if you're going somewhere nice. That's why I find the Mac Studio Sculpt foundation essential during summer, as it has SPF 15 which gives your face some extra protection from the sun. I also find that this foundation has vey thin coverage and is very light on your face, so doesn't feel cakey - which I find the worst when it's warm. This is going to be the only foundation I'll be wearing when the weather gets better, so if you're looking for one that won't feel thick in the sun, definitely give this one a try. 

Now I love a good facial mist during the summer, and I'm currently using the Vitamin E hydrating mist from The Body Shop. I love using this when I've been out in the sun for a while and need something refreshing to cool me down. This one contains rosewater to boost hydration, which will also help if you're skins feeling a bit dry. I like to put these in the fridge on very hot days, so when you spray them, they're that extra bit cooler and refreshing on your face. I also sometimes spray this on my arms if I'm feeling very warm and sticky. This spray is for all skin types, so are also good to use if you have oily or combination skin. I love facial mists when the sun's out, and this Body Shop one is definitely my favourite right now.

As well as my skin getting quite dry and dehydrated in the sun, my lips can get the same. That's why something I find essential during summer is lip balm. My current one I'm using is the Palmer's Cocoa Butter Formula balm which I'm loving. Palmer's is a brand that have been out for so long and I love their products. This lip balm is so hydrating on my lips as well as feeling great and smelling so lovely. I always make sure I have this in my handbag or nearby when I'm out in the sun as I find myself constanly needing it, as my lips get very dry very easily. 

These are the 5 main things that I definitely won't be without this summer. Let me know if you have any essential items you can't be without when the sun's out or if you're using any of the items I've mentioned. I hope you've enjoyed reading my post and I hope you all have a wonderful day!

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Zoella Beauty: Double Creme vs Candy Cream

Zoe Sugg, more known as Youtuber and blogger Zoella, has had her own beauty range out for quite a while now. I had never really had the urge to buy much, except her Wonder Hand hand cream which I do love, but when she released her new range, I decided it was time to give it a go. I am such a fan of body creams so decided to purchase the Double Creme one from her new Sweet Inspirations range. I also decided to buy her Candy Cream body lotion from her previous Tutti Frutti range, as some of the products from that range are being discontinued and I had to give them a try before they're gone. For this post, I thought I would do a review on both the body creams as well as comparing the two and deciding a favourite.

Her Candy Cream body lotion was released as part of her Tutti Frutti range last year, but I hadn't tried it until just recently. The packaging and colours used are just beautiful and I love the shape of both of the bottles. Most of the body creams I currently use are packaged in round tubs, so it was a bit different using one in a bottle. The cream itself smells absolutely amazing - one of my favourite smells right now, and definitely my favourite smelling body cream. It isn't too strong smelling after being applied, yet you can still catch moments of it throughout the day/night. The cream contains bursting beads which I was a bit wary about, as I was unsure if they would dissolve after being applied. I had no need to be worried of course, as they dissolve really easily and quickly and leave my skin feeling so smooth and soft. I absolutely love this body cream right now and the smell of it just reminds me of summer, so it's perfect for this time of year. 

The Double Creme body cream is brand new, as it was released as part of her Sweet Inspirations range last month. The packaging on this one looks so beautiful too, and the pink with the gold makes it look very classy. This cream is macaron scented which smells amazing too, but I do prefer the smell of the Candy Cream more. The smell is very rich and fragrant, and I find myself smelling it all day long. This one leaves my skin feeling very smooth and soft and I find it very hydrating. I really like this one, but I don't feel as if I grab it as much as other body creams I have which is a shame.

Both these body creams are really nice to use and smell great. My only critique of them would be that I find they take quite a bit of rubbing before they dissolve, unlike my other creams and lotions. I'm really surprised at how much I do like them though, and would like to buy other things from the Zoella Beauty range.

Overall, I definitely prefer the Candy Cream one over the Double Creme one, although both are really nice and good value for money. If you're looking for a new body cream that's affordable, you should definitely give these a try. Let me know if any of you have either of these body creams or anything else in the Zoella Beauty ranges. Thank you so much for reading my post and I hope you all have a fabulous day!

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My Makeup Removers

I know that for most people, including myself, removing your makeup isn't exactly the highlight of your day. I know we're all guilty of falling asleep still wearing a face full of makeup; I can sometimes forget if I've been out, and it can be a very mundane task to do. Taking off your makeup every night, even if you're barely wearing any, is very a important task. Sleeping in your makeup can cause wrinkles, clog your pores, and can also result in skin breakouts. That's why it's vital you find makeup removers that work for you and your skin type, as using the wrong kind can also end up damaging your skin. I have very dry skin so need to find products that help to hydrate my face. I've tried various brands and products, but have now finally found an eye makeup remover and cleansing water that I enjoy using and that have really helped my skin. This post is a quick overview of the makeup removers I use and my opinions on them.

I'm currently using the Fresh Eye Makeup Remover from Garnier to remove all my eye makeup. I've only recently started using it but absolutely love it already. It's enriched with apple extract which helps to dissolve the makeup while also keeping the area around your eye refreshed and soothed. What I really like about this product is that it doesn't leave a greasy feeling around your eye, which my No7 eye makeup remover did. I also suffer from sensitive skin in the area around my eyes, but this product has really helped that and doesn't cause me any redness or itchiness like other products I've tried. It also gets rid of my makeup so quickly, and I find it only takes a few swipes and I'm done. This is great, as I know most of us hate having to stand scrubbing our eyes for ages just waiting for it all to come off. Due to the fact it's enriched with apple extract, it also has a lovely smell to it which is a bonus for me. I'd definitely recommend this to anyone who's in the market for a new eye makeup remover right now - it's also really affordable. 

I also use the No7 Beautiful Skin Cleansing Water to remove the rest of my makeup. I picked this up as part of the 3-for-2 deal on No7 skincare quite a while back, but didn't expect much of it. That resulted in me being very pleasantly surprised with how much I loved it. I love the way it feels on my face as it's quite refreshing, and is also hypo-allergenic so is good for my sensitive skin. Not only does it remove your makeup and impurities, but tightens your pores and keeps your skin in an overall healthy condition. It's also quick to work, as I find all my makeups gone with one quick wipe. There's been a lot of people really enjoying other cleansing waters at the moment, especially Garniers Micellar Water, but I really love this No7 one. I would definitely recommend this to anyone looking for a new makeup remover or cleansing water.

Makeup removers are products I often chop and change a lot, and never really seem to buy the same one twice, but now I feel like I've found ones I really enjoy. I'm always on the look out for ones that help with dry or sensitive skin, so if any of you have any recommendations then please let me know. Also, let me know what products you use to remove your makeup and how they work for you. Thank you so much for reading my post, and I hope you all have a lovely rest of your day!

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My Current Favourites

I've been wanting to set up my own beauty blog for such a long time, but lacked the confidence to do so... that is, until now. I'm so excited to start sharing my reviews, tips and general chatter on some of the products I've been using and loving, or not so much. I'll also share any life lessons I learn along the way and any advice I can give on anxiety or starting university (of which I have quite a lot). I'm really excited to live and learn through this blog and I *hope* some of you will want to read what I have to say.

I thought my first ever post on my blog should be a current favourites post, so anyone reading this can learn a bit about me and the products and random things I'm loving right now. I do have to admit- I am a big Urban Decay and MAC fan, so you may find a lot of my posts involving their products (sorry). I love to try out new products, but there are also many things I pick up time and time again and can't seem to shift from, no matter how much I try. I do try to change up my daily make-up routine as often as I can, but I have relatively dry skin so have to be careful the products I use won't make this any worse.

Make-up

Seventeen High Drama Intense Liquid Eyeliner - I've been using this eyeliner for years now and I can't seem to find any other liquid eyeliner that works as well for me as this one. It's so affordable and easy to find, as there's a Seventeen counter in most Boots shops. I find it so easy to apply and it's very dark, so if you're like me and require your eyeliner to be jet black, this is definitely worth a try. It states that it lasts for up to 25 hours, and I find that, paired with my setting spray (which I'll come to soon), this does last for the whole day (I've never wore it for 25 hours straight though).

MAC Pro Longwear Foundation (NW15) - I was never a MAC foundation person until just recently. During a shopping trip to the MAC in House Of Fraser, I thought I would try them out, so picked up three different types of foundation. After trying them all out, I've found that the Pro Longwear foundation works best for me. I am quite pale, so I use shade NW15 which suits me perfectly, and I really enjoy the coverage this foundation provides. I've been wearing this most days since I purchased it and I really like the way in makes my skin look. As I said before, I have relatively dry skin, but I feel this hides this perfectly.

MAC matte Lipstick in Smoked Purple - I am a big fan of both matte shades and darker colours of lipstick, so I feel this shade was made for me. I love MAC lipsticks and find myself picking up a new shade every time I'm in, and I've owned Smoked Purple for quite a while now. I find myself wearing this constant, either as a statement lip when I go out, or toned down with a lighter shade for day to day life. I love the way it feels on my lip as it's not drying, and the shade looks beautiful - it does wear a lot darker than it looks though.

Urban Decay de-slick Makeup Setting Spray - I do have to say that this product has been a god send for me. I always found that if I put my makeup on in the morning, it would all have came off by 3 o'clock - but that has definitely changed. A couple of sprays of this over my makeup has genuinely helped it stay on all day - even through a long flight and a good crying session. It might be a bit pricier than some other setting sprays for the full bottle- I have the travel size one for travelling (duh) - but it's definitely worth the price!

Urban Decay Perversion Mascara - I only started wearing this mascara recently, but I already love it. It's the darkest mascara I've used which I love and it also gives length and volume without leaving your eylashes clumped together (which I know has happened at some point to all of us). It also doesn't lose it's effect, which I've found mascaras I've used in the past have done. My lashes still look as good today as the first day I tried this, even with me wearing this almost every day.

Skin Care

Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cream - I have to be very careful with skincare due to having such dry skin, so I decided to try this face cream after a lovely lady in Kiehl's helped me pick it out. It's very hydrating which is perfect for me and for anyone who suffers from dry skin, and I always find my skin to feel so much better after I use it. It's especially good for those cold days we experience in the UK so very often. I love this face cream and use it every day without fail- and have to say, I have seen a big difference in my skin since I started using it.

Random Favourites

Ariana Grande - As I'm writing this, Ariana's new album Dangerous Woman is due out tomorrow, and I do have to say, I love it so far. She has always been one of my favourites and is just amazing live (I seen her on her Honeymoon tour last year), so I have been patiently waiting for her third album to be released for a while now. All the songs I've heard from it so far have been amazing (Into You is my fave right now) and I'm so excited for it to be finally released.

Dance Moms - I do have to admit, Dance Moms is one of my guilty pleasures. I absolutely love this show- all the bickering, arguing and crying makes it hilarious while I am genuinely interested in dancing and the routines the girls perform every week. The main stars of the show, Maddie and Mackenzie, left the show recently, which I think will make the show completely different- but that won't stop me watching it.

Thank you for reading my first ever blog post, which I'm both very excited and nervous about. I hope you enjoyed it, and will come back to hear more of my reviews and general chit chat!

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