Top 10 under £10|| Beauty

Today I thought I would bring you a Top 10 under £10, where I talk about my favourite then things for under a whopping ten pounds. This post is all about my fav beauty items, and who knows maybe more of these in the future?! It was so difficult to pick just 10 items as I am a big drug store fan and love anything that is under £10, but I managed to narrow it down without repeating a lot of things. 

MUA Heaven&Earth Palette - This was the first eye shadow palette I ever purchased. The new sticker just shows how long I have had it for as I bought it when MUA first started up in Superdrug stores. I love the shades in this palette! Very neutral and great for every day, they are also very pigmented and last a long time with some primer on underneath. I haven't bought any of the other MUA only eye shadow palettes (par the artiste one which has bronzers and blushes in it) because I don't want to forget about this one.

Collection Concealer - The best thing I have ever bought, this was taken when I was just about running out and recently featured in my empties post a few weeks back. I love the coverage this stuff gives, and find that it is the only concealer I can use for my blemishes and that it doesn't dry out or look really flaky. 

Simple BB Cream - This isn't a very talked about product because it isn't really something you associate with as Simple is a skincare brand. But when this launched, I had my eyes set on it because I knew that I would most probably fall in love with. And boy I did. At first, I really didn't like it as it only comes in one universal shade that claims to match any skin tone - but then after finding different ways around it...I love it and it just squeezes under the ten pound tag. 

Maybelline Mascara - I find this mascara to be the one for me. It does everything it needs to and more. Why? Well because it lengthens whilst adding volume to your lashes and makes them look amazingly natural. I prefer the waterproof formula over the normal as the normal is very drying. 

Revlon Lip Butters - One of the best ways to add some colour to your lips, the shade range for these things are amazing and if you haven't tried one yet I seriously recommend them. They are very moisturising and give your lips colour whilst looking normal. If that makes sense? 

Maybelline Baby Lips - These things are so two sided, because some people hate them and some love them like me. I like using them on my lips at night time because I wake up with all the dryness gone and they feel soo soft. I also love the tinted ones if I am having a lazy day to make my self look a little more presentable. 

MUA Lipsticks - The cheapest things in this whole post. These lipsticks retail for only £1 and in my opinion will be the best pound you ever spend. Even though I find that they don't last very long on the lips, they are very pigmented and so moisturising. The recently launched Matte ones are also great however there isn't a very big range of colours to choose from.

Elegant Touch Nail Spray -  A recent discovery of mine and one that I have not regretted at all. This is the spray version of a rapid drying top coat, it is much cheaper than buying all this seche vite business and will dry your nails quicker than you can say super cala fragilistic expialidocious. The oily residue that is left over may annoy you at first glance, but if you rub it into your cuticles you are good to go. 

BarryM Gelly -  Who doesn't love these? If you are wanting to get that salon manicure gel effect thing at home then seriously go and invest in a few shades of these gelly formula nail polishes from barrym. They are rapidly becoming my addiction and you can see the one on the right 'Lychee' is by far my favourite shade. I am always reaching out to paint my nails with these babies because they are so glossy, long lasting and have amazing colour payoff. 

Hope you enjoyed this post! Love P x

Fresh Therapies Remover+Wipes||Review

I paint my nails alot, and sometime they can get really tired and weak because of the nail polish and the acetone that I put on them. Even though I leave them to rest every once in a while, they still look weak and cracked. So, when I came across Fresh Therapies I was amazed that you can create nail polish remover and wipes that are natural and kind to your skin and nails. I put the Natural Nail Polish Remover* and the Replenishing Wipes* to the test to see how they work and if they beg to differ from normal remover. The wipes and remover both have hints of lime and that hits you straight away when you start to use them. Neither of these products harm your nails as all the ingredients are natural and fresh, doing no harm to the body and perfect with those like me with sensitive skin or even ill or pregnant.

Before and After. Nails; BarryM Guava

I used the wipes and remover on one hand, but split the usage up between my fingers. I found the wipes much easier to use than the remover because it was already soaked in the remover. These wipes would be great for travelling as well, as you don't have to carry everything around with you. The packet says that the wipe is suitable for all 10 fingers and I think it would just stretch to all of them, if you have a dark nail polish on or one that is likely to stain then it does need a real good scrub. The remover is equally as good, is removes the nail polish off your nails and leaves your nails feeling amazing. 

If you are wanting something to remove your nail polish that is quick and easy then these products are definitely for you!

Find out where you can buy some amazing natural products! 

*this post contains pr samples

The Essentials; Pamper Evening with Chawtons

Every so often, I believe that we should all take some time out for our selves and just relax. Whether this means reading a book, watching TV, eating some sugar or running yourself a lovely hot bath and soak watching you tube videos and reading blogposts like I do! Whatever it is...make sure you enjoy it and really take the time to breathe and let go of all the worries and stress that you have on your mind. One of the ways is to dedicate a day to pampering yourself and recently I decided to do this with the goal of feeling amazing and happier at the end of it. Recently, I discovered a life changing brand 'Chawtons'  who offer a wide range of products that are relaxing and enriching.  Here are a few of my favourite ones and how I like to give myself a well deserved treat!

I usually do my pamper night on a Friday straight after I get in from school as this is when I need some serious TLC. The first thing that I have been loving to use is this Travel Fatigue Roller Ball* that is made with Rosemary and Eucalyptus oils that have been blended with Aloe Vera and Witch Hazel - all of my favourite things to create a roller ball that you can apply to you pulse points to help you feel refreshed and calm. This is something I use a few hours before I go in the bath, otherwise there isn't no point if everything is just going to get washed off, nevertheless I will be taking this with me when I travel away for the weekend or even go abroad.

Then I run the bath with some Luke warm water, I hate the water been really hot and uncomfy so somewhere in the middle is just right for me. To really relax myself and to help with the everyday pains and aches that I get from a hard day at school and then walking home  I use this Regular Mustard Bath* that helps with all my issues and helps to control my breathing. On a side note it is excellent if you are currently experiencing a cold due to this weather. I like to use a good helping of this stuff and swirl it around the water, and then soak my self in and let the  Wintergreen and Eucalyptus oils do their magic.

After getting out of the bath I like to generously apply my Soap&Glory righteous butter everywhere, this is super moisturising and applying straight after I come out of the bath/shower helps the goodness sink into my skin and I get the most out of the product. 

Then after getting into my cute Bambi PJ's from Primark I light this new Yankee Candle and then I am ready to apply my Muscles Cream*. I walk to and from school and up a big hill, so my legs and the soles of my feet get very tired every now and then. To look after them I love applying this cream because it works well and soaks into my skin quickly to make it easier to carry on doing things. At first the smell really gets to you, but then it fades away and in fact helps you get to sleep because of the calming Eucalyptus and Rosemary oils that have been put into this wonder cream.

Then I get my self tucked up in bed and close my eyes (after spending an hour or so on my phone) and get a good nights sleep ready for the next day! What are you essentials? 

Be sure to check out Chawtons here and the other products they have to offer. 

*products sent for consideration of review, all opinions expressed are my own.

Haul||Primark Jewellery,Poundland&Boots

In half term I went to do some shopping but only really spent my time in Primark staring at the pretty jewellery as they have some really lovely things in at the moment! And then I went to Boots and let's just say the current 3for2 and my double points vouchers did the better of me and a quick stop in Poundland to see what goodies they currently have to offer. 

I don't know why or how but Primark have been getting in on point at the moment. I decided to update my accessories for the summer time and spring with some pastel coloured stuff as most of what I own is winter stuff. Plus, going to college at the moment and wearing normal clothes proves difficult If you don't have accessories to jazz it up. The first thing I spotted was this stunning flower statement necklace, that I cannot stop staring at - it will look great in the spring/summer with a peter pan collar or even with a jumper. To match that I also bought a bracelet that is fairly similar and some cute little earrings that come with simple pearl ones as well for everyday wear. I picked up some Midi Rings as well as I think that they look super cool to wear and ace when stacked up with different rings, along with some other rings that you can't really see in this picture as they are facing the wrong way but they come in a set with a flower and bow too. I also bought one packet of their false nails as so many people on my twitter and instagram feed have been raving about how long they last, so I got these printed daisy ones.

Then I promised my self that If I go into boots I have to spend wisely and it would then mean no more beauty spending for a few months. So I stocked up with some things that I have been wanting for a long time, so the 3 for 2 deal was superb! I headed straight to buy the new things that Revlon have recently launched first the  Matte Balm in 'Sultry' and 'Elusive'  then a Lacquer Balm in 'Vivacious' all of which are so pigmented and feel super soft when I swatch them on my hands. Then I bought another Revlon Lip Butter; these things are amazing and slowly becoming a habit of mine to buy! This new one is in 'Pink Truffle' a shade I have had my eye on for a long time, the perfect everyday nude. I also picked up the new Maybelline foundation that claims to help you skin, the disappointing thing with this is that the shade range wasn't the greatest so I went with '020 Cameo' as it was the closest I could get to my skin. I have also been wanting to try the erase under eye concealer for the longest time and decided to just buy it try out and after using it twice now I have fallen in love with it. I picked up another of my concealers as I need a new one to use, along with the constantly raved about Rimmel Stay Matte Powder. Lord knows, how many people talk about this on youtube and blogs so I thought I would try it out. 

I just had to pop into Poundland really quickly to see what they have to offer and to my surprise they had some things I was eyeing up online a few weeks back. I bought two Revlon Nail Polishes in Minted and Grey Suede as well as the Witch Tinted Moisturiser. I am a big fan of the brand so I have high hopes for this wonder product.