NYX Haul & First Impressions

Another haul? Yes indeed. I have been buying little bits all through the month of June because it was my birthday month, who doesn't treat themselves. The Boots near where I work has recently added a NYX stand, I just had to have a visit. I was expecting this little stand like other brands, but no it was at least 4 stands filled and placed near all the 'high end beauty'. 

NYX is definitely on the pricier side compared to other 'drugstore brands, well in this country anyway. Hence its position in the store but it was like heaven and the counter area was packed full of people, I was just hoping I could find something worth the lunch time trip!

Makeup Geek Haul

Hello everyone, welcome to another post about another recent purchase I made. This time we have products from Makeup Geek! I heard a few weeks ago that Beauty Bay had MUG on offer, they were 1/2 price. Who could resist? I took it as a chance to fill a small Z-Palette.

Back in February I purchased 5 shadows and this time round another 4, which makes enough to have a complete palette! The satisfaction of having no gaps in the a palette is amazing and I am now using all the shades more and more. 

Cabana Brazilian Restaurant Review Leeds

/ I love food, I mean who doesn't? I enjoy cooking dishes at home as well as going out to try new cuisines and restaurants. Living and working in the city (Leeds) has its benefits, there are numerous shops surrounding me, not nice on my purse but there are lots of options for food. The days I work longer shifts, I treat myself to food from 'outside'. Last week I ventured up to Cabana...

Ebay Real Techniques Bold Metals Dupes

Browsing Ebay is one of my favourite past times, in fact I think I spend longer on Ebay some nights than I do any social media platform. Call me crazy if you wish but sometimes scrolling for hours really does have its benefits. I stumbled upon this beauty of a bargain, a Real Techniques Bold Metals Set for the bargain price of £4.99! Keep reading to find out more...

Milani UK Haul & First Impressions

Hello! The next week or so of posts are all about shopping that I have being doing lately. I have been really bad but in July I am definitely having a ban. It all starts with Milani, who if you don't already know have just launched a UK website. I have wanted to try more from the brand for months, I couldn't risk making an order to see what it was like. Delivery took your standard 5 working days, came packed in cling film I think, no damage and in perfect condition. 

My New Holy Grail Mosituriser

When the sun makes an appearance in the UK I know that its time to shuffle up my skincare once again and find products that are lighter and more moisturising. Surprisingly, my skin gets drier in parts when summer comes around compared to winter. Meaning I have to use more nourishing products that will hydrate my skin yet keep it feeling lightweight so that my skin isn't congested. 

Today, I have a review of the Caudalíe Vinosource Moisturizing Sorbet* which is a gel cream meant to hydrate the skin and repair it from the outside. 

Wishing for Summer

Its June and the sun is hiding away somewhere, not right at all. I've recently been daydreaming about the summer, going away somewhere hot, escaping from life and not having a care in the world. If only, someone would whisk me away. Farfetch popped into inbox the other day with their Blogger Content Pack and it was packed full of so many different styles. I could see a common summer theme running through, but to different peoples taste. Sarah's from The Fashion Ache has a wishlist in the pack that screams summer. It inspired me to create a wishlist for all the things I want to buy (if i had all the money in the world and then go away on holiday with. 

Summer Style

Boutique of Molly are a brand that have been mentioned on here a handful of times, they have supported me through all the years of blogging and every time I work with them - my stomach turns. I feel so grateful! This time I am featuring not one, but two of their gorgeous pieces! Both are the perfect addition to my summer wardrobe and no more mirror pictures, I have sorted a solution! 

Birthday Blues

'Don't just count your years, make your years count.' George Meredith

So, that's another birthday over with. If you didn't already know, then on Monday was actually my 19th birthday! I can't actually believe that I am in my last 'teen' year, I remember turning 13 and now 19 - crazy! I'm a summer baby, so the last person in my friendship group to turn this grand old age. Its just how its always been, but having a birthday exactly half way through the year is good enough for me.

Birthdays are a real funny one, my whole life I have been at school for them, for he past 4 years had an exam on them and this year I was working! How fun! But I had a great weekend to compensate for it and enjoyed the day by wearing a badge and everyone wishing me happy birthday.

Holiday Preperation #holidayhype

 Don't know about you but I would rather be on holiday. Whether it be somewhere with a beach, plenty to do - as long as its away! In a recent YouGov survey, it was reported that only 31% of people get excited about going on holiday. 1 in 3 woman worry about their weight everyday that they're on holiday. 

I for think that you shouldn't be worrying about your weight on holiday, its a time to enjoy yourself and be free! Getting excited for the holiday is just as fun, its actually the best part. No matter how stressful, it really is all part of the process! 

Winding Down

This week has been a busy one. I went back to work after a year at university and it was a lot. But I've managed to get through it and next week is a really exciting one! As its Sunday, I thought it was time for me to relax and get ready for another week.
What better way to do that then give my skin some love! Putting on a face mask, relaxing for 20 so minutes and not having a care in the world is my favourite thing to do. Finding face masks for my combination skin is a mammoth task, some work and others don't. But, I think I have finally found my two favourite ones.

Birthday Countdown

'The secret of staying young is to live honestly, eat slowly, and lie about your age.' Lucille Ball.

On Monday its my birthday! I honestly can't believe how quickly this year is going and that I am turning another year older again. Its crazy how fast time is going and how much everything and everyone around me is changing. A birthday or celebration isn't complete without a few things; love, happiness, food and flowers. 

MOD Pizza Leeds

Pizza. Who doesn't love it? I don't think since starting university that I have gone one week without having pizza, the diet starts tomorrow. Last week I have invited to the grand opening of MOD Pizza in Leeds - a pizza lovers heaven. This is a very picture heavy post apologies and if it makes you crave pizza I am also very sorry!

Matcha and Mint Lemonade

When I saw that EatCleanTea where running a blogger competition, I just knew that I had to enter. They set bloggers the task of using their matcha green tea powder to come up with a drink recipe that is out of the ordinary way to use the powder. I am a big fan of tea, green tea and also matcha green tea - so this competition was right up my street. It was time to put the thinking cap on.

insitU Cosmetics Cleanser Review

I keep mentioning it over and over again but the main focus for the summer for me is my skin, there are so many problems with it and as one thing improves another thing comes up. In last weeks Things I'm Loving Post, I mentioned my new love of double cleansing, for the first step I have been using the insitU Super Hydrating Milk Cleanser*. It isn't like no ordinary cleanser its made to order!

The Ultimate Summer Fashion Accessory

Isn't Summer just a gorgeous season? People are happier, the weather is (sometimes) better and its just a lot more relaxed. Of course there is going on holiday too, whilst I may not be going international this year I have a few things planned for my extra long summer off. Going away is a chance to look your best and all glamorous. That is where Irals come in. A new beach wear accessory brand that has recently launched in the UK.

Summer Shoes Wishlist

Happy June Everyone! I love this month, not only do we have an appearance from the sun but its also my birthday month, so I am very excited! Its also the month where it is acceptable to wear any sort of footwear, I'm taking sandals. Yes, its time to dig them out ladies & gents. 

Today's post is a wishlist of some shoes that I am lusting over from Jones Bootwear, everything from sandals to boots.