tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-52949135203819939132024-03-06T02:43:08.778+00:00Cover GirlCover Girlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10121916427128880196noreply@blogger.comBlogger558125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5294913520381993913.post-20312075978154927532022-08-06T14:22:00.000+01:002022-08-06T14:22:01.076+01:00Eyelash serums and other excitement<p>It's been a while hasn't it? I'd like to say it's because I have found all my desert island products and have nothing new to share but that would be a lie. I continue to shop more than I should and I fail to resist on most occasions. </p><p>I thought I'd tell you about the latest discoveries.</p><p>First up is the miracle that is <a href="https://revitalash.co.uk/products/revitalash%C2%AE-advanced-eyelash-conditioner-serum" target="_blank">Revitalash</a>.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2fDH5KIn8ZoWLySVIibrSpGdBmNEDKW1OoNK4XD3KJ0ujefOpIPBx6FhvN6SDvhp8_at_We9nljUcuYfcLys2sXPeJHTj3Xk-_HbB2r8-oUBdCdqTL_K1y5Ar8k6WuCxN2ZLKzq9LWMahbh7TT-hyTgSGGkWi4txAFf6iqy5Cra0pHs8SY5ifjRrb/s1094/Screenshot%202022-08-06%20at%2013.57.09.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1094" data-original-width="344" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2fDH5KIn8ZoWLySVIibrSpGdBmNEDKW1OoNK4XD3KJ0ujefOpIPBx6FhvN6SDvhp8_at_We9nljUcuYfcLys2sXPeJHTj3Xk-_HbB2r8-oUBdCdqTL_K1y5Ar8k6WuCxN2ZLKzq9LWMahbh7TT-hyTgSGGkWi4txAFf6iqy5Cra0pHs8SY5ifjRrb/s320/Screenshot%202022-08-06%20at%2013.57.09.png" width="101" /></a></div><br /><p>My beautician told me that this worked and I trust her implicitly. Plus she said it as she fluttered her very long eyelashes at me. I got mine from Cult Beauty, if you wait a while, they have 15-20% off everything and at this price, that is worth it. You have to apply it daily. It doesn't hurt at all. And you have to be patient for about 5-6 weeks. However, suddenly, out of nowhere, your eyelashes are like Bambi's. I am entranced by this and find myself wondering why everyone isn't using it? I do understand there is a cost of living crisis so maybe not everyone but anyone who hankers after longer lashes and spends money on endless mascaras. STOP RIGHT NOW. Get this. I waited for my lashes to emerge and then booked a lash lift and eyelash tint with my beautician. I then had to stop looking in mirrors. It wasn't in vanity, it was in astonishment.</p><p><a href="https://www.cirquecolors.com/pyro/" target="_blank">Cirque nail varnish</a>.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCKyYEwwugSovibhvq99ap0U_DCoBXfVr8rRdraNrZzVZIy1d7pPw604j_jIHgTLDF617t1bbm_NBAutdMuOTc1mtR-jLWwaawxHdu6QDL_0Lcd_TgrPxWSMGafe7dAEHf9ARErOs3AeltKRRaTjC6S5gXn3lYlkNUk6rfm3dVFBqvh-IDh0lkq-Wl/s1230/Screenshot%202022-08-06%20at%2014.02.13.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1230" data-original-width="670" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCKyYEwwugSovibhvq99ap0U_DCoBXfVr8rRdraNrZzVZIy1d7pPw604j_jIHgTLDF617t1bbm_NBAutdMuOTc1mtR-jLWwaawxHdu6QDL_0Lcd_TgrPxWSMGafe7dAEHf9ARErOs3AeltKRRaTjC6S5gXn3lYlkNUk6rfm3dVFBqvh-IDh0lkq-Wl/s320/Screenshot%202022-08-06%20at%2014.02.13.png" width="174" /></a></div><br /><p>A hangover from the pandemic is my renewed obsession with nail polish. I follow some fascinating Instagram accounts. People spend their lives swatching every single new nail colour and it's deeply soothing. I saw this and had to have it. A neon orange is like a siren call to me. It's only available from the US. I ordered this and a couple of others (after all, one has to justify shipping costs) and it arrived and was everything I dreamed of. I've worn it pretty much non-stop. I then ordered the entire Vice Collection (they had 20% off) and they are all neon-tastic joys but this is the best. Bad news: it's sold out. I now have two of this one (Vice) and I am already feeling the pain when I've used it up but that day is long into the future although the bottles are not very big. It applies like a dream. Even the most cack handed could do a professional job. I adore it. I am sporting the blue on my toes: also gorgeous.</p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUXe4K211wTgu0i4cvzd4rCKMyeVeGraZk6pqpgUU5uLFsCBv-sWHmQS_vsFrVeMb_BZxCkeo9F2YLEf4Xsux-SSGuCdksWURXC3e6BkZSA5WZF4wxGsk0SMtd-8kNfA031QBN1VckdNQeRmOTAsKP6aJNEEgD_2j-_fJm-8GUzmEMubCF1q-EHQbz/s1276/Screenshot%202022-08-06%20at%2014.05.59.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="516" data-original-width="1276" height="129" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUXe4K211wTgu0i4cvzd4rCKMyeVeGraZk6pqpgUU5uLFsCBv-sWHmQS_vsFrVeMb_BZxCkeo9F2YLEf4Xsux-SSGuCdksWURXC3e6BkZSA5WZF4wxGsk0SMtd-8kNfA031QBN1VckdNQeRmOTAsKP6aJNEEgD_2j-_fJm-8GUzmEMubCF1q-EHQbz/s320/Screenshot%202022-08-06%20at%2014.05.59.png" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p><a href="https://www.victoriabeckhambeauty.com/products/satin-kajal-liner" target="_blank">Victoria Beckham Beauty</a></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpgyhhj1Zo4UfrOdgoMl41FLDGx-JHhJHCaAk44vKiSEvWg7EyqhC1sRHk2PO5iOf-R6Pu8a3lZvpJGwD2m2zxCK9h6aIpqoWSIqMAtnLOLjMU8QBK-tB1PPTboFLFqmWoMuV-J0ZnRReCnRvnwT2t3mvncDMKpGfPd4OwmnIIL43F-A0xw21jkEd5/s670/Screenshot%202022-08-06%20at%2014.08.40.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="670" height="306" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpgyhhj1Zo4UfrOdgoMl41FLDGx-JHhJHCaAk44vKiSEvWg7EyqhC1sRHk2PO5iOf-R6Pu8a3lZvpJGwD2m2zxCK9h6aIpqoWSIqMAtnLOLjMU8QBK-tB1PPTboFLFqmWoMuV-J0ZnRReCnRvnwT2t3mvncDMKpGfPd4OwmnIIL43F-A0xw21jkEd5/s320/Screenshot%202022-08-06%20at%2014.08.40.png" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p>I'm sorry, Victoria Beckham Beauty is excellent. I don't want it to be any more than you probably do. But it started with her Estee Lauder co lab and it continues. I've not gone near the skincare as it's too expensive to start liking and I still love Beauty Pie. But this Satin Kajal liner in Olive is beautiful. I resisted for months but caved as I knew I would. </p><p>I also bought the <a href="https://www.victoriabeckhambeauty.com/products/reflect-highlighter-stick" target="_blank">Reflect Highlighter stick</a>.</p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiN7d53kV0AdUpF8kiOPAcVxNzWqKs5uwi4jSb5oCW1TBGB8A0uBzjKPST0kPuw6VFgkJnndSQfegVA0_dxVPuQF9p_ukdhahGxL2-xE5bgT0n28_FChDfqVr3WmfYUUGA0nlDj0amQFyOnldbQVBQz4WhXxYaMpLpZHC5T1LjQHX9XZmHRopabwgET/s680/Screenshot%202022-08-06%20at%2014.10.57.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="680" data-original-width="314" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiN7d53kV0AdUpF8kiOPAcVxNzWqKs5uwi4jSb5oCW1TBGB8A0uBzjKPST0kPuw6VFgkJnndSQfegVA0_dxVPuQF9p_ukdhahGxL2-xE5bgT0n28_FChDfqVr3WmfYUUGA0nlDj0amQFyOnldbQVBQz4WhXxYaMpLpZHC5T1LjQHX9XZmHRopabwgET/s320/Screenshot%202022-08-06%20at%2014.10.57.png" width="148" /></a></div><br /><p>This is perfection. It glides on, stays put and makes you look better. What more could you want?</p><p>I use it with this bronzer: <a href="https://www.glossier.com/products/solar-paint" target="_blank">Solar Paint</a> from Glossier.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgimSImu3vq-KoRGBXeIQoiBsXK5x_DHXIK5pfa4SUn7Jma5VUKvSWFz6fgW4dNyzt4sU1gvRFYtXXh3aVePiNt5gzEU1mdnkKysPL2Oejl9Ul4Ww8ot01jvevk2YwMma1TJAyPOjS3uqfpQij9zRndPaxcK448uKvAIIdDKHDuhZZrYxTruAYlRq51/s792/Screenshot%202022-08-06%20at%2014.13.13.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="792" data-original-width="452" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgimSImu3vq-KoRGBXeIQoiBsXK5x_DHXIK5pfa4SUn7Jma5VUKvSWFz6fgW4dNyzt4sU1gvRFYtXXh3aVePiNt5gzEU1mdnkKysPL2Oejl9Ul4Ww8ot01jvevk2YwMma1TJAyPOjS3uqfpQij9zRndPaxcK448uKvAIIdDKHDuhZZrYxTruAYlRq51/s320/Screenshot%202022-08-06%20at%2014.13.13.png" width="183" /></a></div><br /><p>Together, they are all you need when the weather is warm. I'm not one for bronzer but this one is so nice. The perfect texture and easy to blend.</p><p>Finally, for now, I decided that I needed a solid perfume to take on holiday with me so I can take carry on luggage and not compromise with my toiletries. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjB27nBXMYNaSLUHX_o6GPplJ5KFMIkMj8OwfA4xC7l4gPEQwlBdzL9Zz13aJat59V6ZbAg3jpbxkOCYkDxGKTXIAvRF2Go-DE3hWJPiUyrL9SYGZ_TcPxVZ2NvoFfvbaQJodNXJnrhHDrmWzQ9nMa22_ZZmWkBA1SCRMIcLEPtdkm27j5uKTf5z0vK/s686/Screenshot%202022-08-06%20at%2014.15.06.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="686" data-original-width="662" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjB27nBXMYNaSLUHX_o6GPplJ5KFMIkMj8OwfA4xC7l4gPEQwlBdzL9Zz13aJat59V6ZbAg3jpbxkOCYkDxGKTXIAvRF2Go-DE3hWJPiUyrL9SYGZ_TcPxVZ2NvoFfvbaQJodNXJnrhHDrmWzQ9nMa22_ZZmWkBA1SCRMIcLEPtdkm27j5uKTf5z0vK/s320/Screenshot%202022-08-06%20at%2014.15.06.png" width="309" /></a></div><br /><p>Of course I went to <a href="https://www.diptyqueparis.com/en_uk/p/eau-capitale-refillable-solid-perfume.html" target="_blank">Diptyque</a> for such precise needs. I had a sample of Eau Capitale so I knew I liked it. It's a chypre which is always my favourite and it's a perfect summer scent. The packaging on this is so addictive. I find myself playing around with it, opening and closing it, holding it in my hand. It's like worry beads for the perfume-obsessed. </p><p>If you are still checking in and reading, I thank you. Hope you are having a wonderful summer.</p>Cover Girlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10121916427128880196noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5294913520381993913.post-2600410810483896542021-06-27T11:56:00.002+01:002021-06-27T11:56:45.719+01:00Foundation round up<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoR_1_O_ky5NK3ojM9BimL8O9bDat7H-m5-Dko0jG6Ah5A47pbLBFpCHJ77q8Xn5BFHNhzIES9ss70FpLRocvDoZTIevZdimJwvh0Rj6IRm1gyqwkEc8mWGfTAJir2Wgwj-Pmea4ijag0/s884/Screenshot+2021-06-27+at+11.45.54.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="884" data-original-width="374" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoR_1_O_ky5NK3ojM9BimL8O9bDat7H-m5-Dko0jG6Ah5A47pbLBFpCHJ77q8Xn5BFHNhzIES9ss70FpLRocvDoZTIevZdimJwvh0Rj6IRm1gyqwkEc8mWGfTAJir2Wgwj-Pmea4ijag0/s320/Screenshot+2021-06-27+at+11.45.54.png" /></a></div><br />I'm on a roll with the posts today. <p></p><p>I wore a lot of make up (for me) during lockdown. I was bored and on so many zoom calls that I just embraced the make up. Also, my study is also my dressing room and make up boudoir so it was all there while I worked. Many a call where I multi-tasked and then switched my camera on. All this to say, I road tested some foundations.</p><p><a href="https://www.cultbeauty.co.uk/it-cosmetics-your-skin-but-better-cc-cream-with-spf-50.html" target="_blank">This</a>, from IT Cosmetics, is one of the best foundations I've ever tried. It really is your skin, but better. Smoothed out, filled in, glowed up. It's quite thick and you don't need much but I wouldn't describe it as heavy. It's more of an autumn/winter base (so I am telling you about it in June!) but I really love it. It blends well, it behaves and doesn't pill up (my pet peeve) and it's easy peasy to work with. You can invest in a travel size to see if you like it before sizing up. That's what I did because often I like a foundation to begin with and then fall out of love with it for various reasons.</p><p>Having discovered this and Mac Face and Body Foundation, I am officially stating, for the record, that I don't need any other foundations in my life. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipnp8jm0lv1Y8NzgfkHG1iSNIqLCjNgbnd0N3-9p6OPOlztqoGLwGDgfwxizwufwzXU5d47Sl8GxsEspLDroykuZPnVrNw9y6gxATL2zKdlPsnZvZxRHhNyLSOY4LtEsrD-8BNLhoNZeI/s976/Screenshot+2021-06-27+at+11.52.10.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="976" data-original-width="502" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipnp8jm0lv1Y8NzgfkHG1iSNIqLCjNgbnd0N3-9p6OPOlztqoGLwGDgfwxizwufwzXU5d47Sl8GxsEspLDroykuZPnVrNw9y6gxATL2zKdlPsnZvZxRHhNyLSOY4LtEsrD-8BNLhoNZeI/s320/Screenshot+2021-06-27+at+11.52.10.png" /></a></div><br /><p>Ignore the 'body' part of this. It's a <a href="https://www.maccosmetics.co.uk/product/13847/32554/products/makeup/face/foundation/studio-face-and-body-foundation-120-ml#/shade/C3" target="_blank">very light base</a> that you can layer up as much as you feel you want and need to. It's very runny and it's a great base for people who don't like foundations much. It's a massive bargain as you get a bucket load of it. It's perfect for summer make up.</p><p><br /></p>Cover Girlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10121916427128880196noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5294913520381993913.post-3568523857532928542021-06-27T11:34:00.004+01:002021-06-27T11:34:44.090+01:00Foot masks<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmynD3os1Ia7s5c6iBgwGdy3AafT0TomCehJMN6peCepkaIkDGhxckfED19nmmchNLJadqJQBEAXijcurJ9DLAh06_cnZ_zlNeJRaIraEADMi_f3g0FehE3xR7FMv5coo0JBytYGVvfTY/s754/Screenshot+2021-06-27+at+11.28.11.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="754" data-original-width="584" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmynD3os1Ia7s5c6iBgwGdy3AafT0TomCehJMN6peCepkaIkDGhxckfED19nmmchNLJadqJQBEAXijcurJ9DLAh06_cnZ_zlNeJRaIraEADMi_f3g0FehE3xR7FMv5coo0JBytYGVvfTY/s320/Screenshot+2021-06-27+at+11.28.11.png" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p>While I'm here, I also want to recommend <a href="https://www.superdrug.com/Health/Foot-Care/Foot-Masks-and-Peels/Superdrug-Marula-Nourishing-Foot-Mask-with-Foot-Socks/p/765830" target="_blank">these</a>. £1.99! Who even am I? </p><p>I love a foot mask but not exfoliating ones which I find disgusting. I prefer to buff my feet first, have a bath and use a foot scrub, then apply these and watch some quality TV for half an hour. They soak into your feet and feel deliciously squidgy. They come in loads of flavours. Tea tree and peppermint is great in the summer, as is coconut because everything must smell of coconut in the summer. </p><p>When I remove them I then add a pair of socks to soak up the remaining balm. Feet emerge baby soft but only if you buff first otherwise this would be a waste of time.</p><p>I really like <a href="https://www.cultbeauty.co.uk/nails-inc-caffeine-hit-foot-scrub-.html" target="_blank">this scrub</a> which I was given as a present from a friend and bought again when it ran out. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiV5ZC8L2tKonJqMtrbg4lV34cIxiHnTgURE-pED-YJI1X1Mh3oyhz5R6YoGh0dUuGM5wMPX6Z2SLu8ZueFN_GD-PcblF2zf7aLOZioA0cIXzUfIYWsQsGNTKijD4VFHATvT2D0yt7Q08o/s832/Screenshot+2021-06-27+at+11.32.30.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="832" data-original-width="406" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiV5ZC8L2tKonJqMtrbg4lV34cIxiHnTgURE-pED-YJI1X1Mh3oyhz5R6YoGh0dUuGM5wMPX6Z2SLu8ZueFN_GD-PcblF2zf7aLOZioA0cIXzUfIYWsQsGNTKijD4VFHATvT2D0yt7Q08o/s320/Screenshot+2021-06-27+at+11.32.30.png" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p>It's £15 but lasts for ages, you don't need much. It does require you to rinse your bath afterwards though!</p>Cover Girlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10121916427128880196noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5294913520381993913.post-53119755359110941402021-06-27T11:27:00.003+01:002021-06-27T11:27:34.175+01:00Eye primer<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfEbpFP5rlz86UegGLKnSdmoeVWIhNVgm-iMUjVb9EGmuZfYEs8FoX4i-xdx2-8WYydo-PETks2goNRGNqHtbL2nz-xKVJ5sBG6Dotf14OJv-ctp-nbXmFunk73Vz7xZAw_O3UlKiKg7g/s634/Screenshot+2021-06-27+at+11.21.35.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="634" data-original-width="224" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfEbpFP5rlz86UegGLKnSdmoeVWIhNVgm-iMUjVb9EGmuZfYEs8FoX4i-xdx2-8WYydo-PETks2goNRGNqHtbL2nz-xKVJ5sBG6Dotf14OJv-ctp-nbXmFunk73Vz7xZAw_O3UlKiKg7g/s320/Screenshot+2021-06-27+at+11.21.35.png" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p>Hello! I hope anyone who still reads this is well (and thank you if you do). I can't believe my last post was September. I've been using all sorts of beauty products that I've not shared with you all. However, I am a bit Beauty Pie biased these days. It covers skincare very well although I'm not a fan of the SPF range.</p><p>Anyway, today I am here to tell you <a href="https://www.superdrug.com/Make-Up/Eye-Makeup/Eye-Primer/NYX-Professional-Makeup-Proof-It%21-Eye-Shadow-Primer/p/776764" target="_blank">this eye primer is £6</a> and is The Business. I bought it because my beloved Nars one has been out of stock for ages and I was getting a little desperate. I used it, not expecting much. And oh my, it's magical. My eyeliner remained in place for 12 hours as fresh as the moment it was applied. What a bargain!</p><p><br /></p>Cover Girlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10121916427128880196noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5294913520381993913.post-82333142636145990282020-09-15T21:47:00.003+01:002020-09-15T21:47:54.319+01:00Olaplex<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzFF3GyaI7kA1D5KQLdtyyyvHG9JGoM_L7rY-F5eMvDtwC9CyQe8ff6v_fDnRsb2Kew05yTLtiHqtGDrI1ofbB1rkDWIHWvNKdDXbzWfNG64Pw_cxC8DzKISBLGX11P3BStFvcwGtLsK8/s1106/Screenshot+2020-09-15+at+21.32.45.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1106" data-original-width="1042" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzFF3GyaI7kA1D5KQLdtyyyvHG9JGoM_L7rY-F5eMvDtwC9CyQe8ff6v_fDnRsb2Kew05yTLtiHqtGDrI1ofbB1rkDWIHWvNKdDXbzWfNG64Pw_cxC8DzKISBLGX11P3BStFvcwGtLsK8/s320/Screenshot+2020-09-15+at+21.32.45.png" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p>September 2020. Not much happened this year eh? An average year we're unlikely to remember when we look back.</p><p>I can't believe I last posted in December back when life was normal. I didn't mean to not post, it's not like I've been jetting around and too busy. I've barely left the house all year. My cupboards are a masterclass in organisation, my ironing is up to date, the house has never been cleaner. I've also been keenly into my products what with there being not much else to do while sitting on endless work conference calls.</p><p>I shall endeavour to post a little more but today I wanted to discuss Olaplex. Lockdown came, my hair and I came to an agreement. I would look after it as best I could until we could see a professional and in return, it would grow like crazy. Of all the things I missed during lockdown, my hairdresser was top of my list. You can keep the bars, the restaurants and even the shops but MY GOD I MISSED MY HAIRDRESSER.</p><p>Anyway, I invested in Olaplex 3, 4 and 5 because my self-care during lockdown was buying everything online with the justification that I wasn't going out and therefore was Saving Money. You slap the 3 on damp hair and leave it and then wash out with 4 and condition with 5. This is a faff and I've managed step 3 about three times. But when I have used it, it's been great. But you can ignore step 3 and just buy 4 and 5. I use it once a week and my hair has never been so shiny and healthy. Importantly it's also been easier to style too. It's expensive (although deals can be found) but it lasts for ages. I'm on the same bottles and I bought it in April.</p><p>I have many other things to share too so watch this space. </p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>Cover Girlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10121916427128880196noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5294913520381993913.post-38437638475836267722019-12-22T10:00:00.001+00:002019-12-22T10:00:48.394+00:00Chantecaille metallic eyeliner<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I bought <a href="https://www.spacenk.com/uk/en_GB/makeup/eyes/eyeliner/les-perles-metallic-eye-liner-MUK200021368.html?dwvar_MUK200021368_color=UK200021368" target="_blank">this</a> last year on India Knight's recommendation. Mine is gold and they don't seem to have gold anymore which is a shame but there is a divine looking green. Anyway, it's perfect for sparkly festive eyes without looking like you've gone mad in the glitter pot.<br />
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It's elegant and very fine but you can build up to make it thicker. It's easy peasy to apply and if you get the silver, then I reckon, like the gold any mistakes are easily forgiven. It lasts for hours and hours. I layer it with black or dark brown eyeliner and lashings of mascara and it's party eyes in seconds.<br />
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It is expensive but it lasts for ages. That's my festive make-up tip for you.<br />
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Did you hear? Jo Malone has created scents for <a href="https://www.zara.com/uk/en/search?searchTerm=jo%20malone" target="_blank">Zara</a>! Beside myself I am. I placed a Zara order this week (the kids clothes make incredible presents) and threw in a 40ml perfume in <a href="https://www.zara.com/uk/en/vetiver-pamplemousse-90ml---3-04%C2%A0oz-p20110100.html?v1=29850115&v2=1281667" target="_blank">Vetiver Pampelmousse</a>. I can never resist grapefruit.<br />
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It cost £15 and it arrived today. I sprayed it on at about 10.30am. It's now 9.20pm and I can still smell it. Actual Jo Malone perfumes don't last like that. I am very impressed. It smells gorgeous, the bottle is lovely. The packaging is nice but a bit over the top in these planet-watching times.<br />
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When you're a beauty obsessive, you need a good bathroom. I've been waiting to renovate our main bathroom for five long years. Finally, in October, it happened. Not without drama, we had leaks into the kitchen a fitter who had a heart attack, a basin with a hole in it (not where it was meant to be), and my normally stoic project manager was heard cursing and saying, what is it about THIS house?<br />
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An excellent question and I wish I knew. If something can go wrong, it will. Followed by 20 other things. But now I have my bathroom of heavenly delights. We ripped out the bath because after all, I have my <a href="http://sandyanddanny.blogspot.com/2018/11/a-word-about-ren.html" target="_blank">bathing boudoir</a> now. So, it's a shower room. It's really hard to plan a bathroom no matter how much you pore over Instagram and interiors blogs. I planned this all myself and am now considering a new career. But it took me months of looking at plans, researching shower trays, tiles, basin fittings etc. Basically I find myself with free evenings and at a loose end because this was what I did with 80% of my spare time.<br />
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The fun and reward is in the details. Picking out the bathmat (made.com) and the storage (controversially I have no cabinet, instead a vanity unit and two sleek black units I bought from amazon) and the plant.<br />
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And of course, the products! I didn't buy much at all (because, it may astound you to learn, I have quite a lot already) but I did get some new <a href="http://sandyanddanny.blogspot.com/2018/07/function-of-beauty.html" target="_blank">Function of beauty</a> shampoo and conditioner. Why? Because you can choose the colour of course! I went with hot pink and it gives me joy to see those bottles. I was also gifted the delightful <a href="https://www.ortigiasicilia.com/bath-shower/shower-gel" target="_blank">Ortiga shower gel</a> which is a real treat.<br />
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I have one more bathroom to do. Again, I feel the need to explain I don't live in a mansion. The house is badly planned so there is a tiny ensuite shower room to the guest room. I've started a pinterest board because that 80% of time can't solely be filled with watching old episodes of The OC.Cover Girlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10121916427128880196noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5294913520381993913.post-87595912125813374052019-11-30T13:45:00.002+00:002019-11-30T13:52:29.472+00:00My Beauty Pie round-upBefore we start, I don't get any money from Beauty Pie and there are no affiliate posts to be seen here.<br />
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Now then, I love Beauty Pie. I joined very early on and have been happy with 90% of what I have bought. Here are some of my favourites.<br />
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I've talked about the serums before. The serums are worth the membership alone. At last, I am serum happy! I've tried all of them. None of them are bad, most of them are excellent. I am not a huge fan of the QI energy one but I still use it. If I had to pick a favourite, it would be the <a href="https://www.beautypie.com/all-skincare/serum/%C3%BCber-youth-trade-super-serum" target="_blank">Uber Youth Super Serum</a>. This is a great all-rounder and feels very moisturising.<br />
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I am a big fan of the <a href="https://www.beautypie.com/all-skincare/cleansers/japanfusion-pure-transforming-cleanser" target="_blank">Japanfusion cleanser</a>, it's gentle and works a treat. I am a cleanser junkie. I have about five on the go at any one time but this remains a staple. I don't feel the other Beauty Pie cleansers are quite as good for me. I tried a few and didn't rebuy.<br />
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I am currently using the <a href="https://www.beautypie.com/all-skincare/exfoliator/dr-glycolic-pore-purifying-glow-toner--1000" target="_blank">Dr Glycolic toner</a>. I decided to stop my Zelens facial pads habit because they are expensive even with the discounts I always sought out. I like this, it does the job. I also love REN Ready Steady Glow and find a combination of these work (not at the same time! use on alternate days).<br />
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Finally, the perfume. One has fig in and I know people love fig but it makes me feel sick. I have the <a href="https://www.beautypie.com/fragrance--1000/red-apple-white-peony-and-cashmere-woods-eau-de-parfum" target="_blank">red apple, white peony and cashmere perfume</a> and it's very sniffable. The bottle is nicely luxurious. It doesn't last very long but sometimes a pretty light fragrance is what you want. They've just introduced 15ml sample sprays which is good because 100ml is a big commitment and I often get bored about halfway through a bottle of perfume. I ordered the <a href="https://www.beautypie.com/fragrance--1000/love-15ml-sample-spray--1000" target="_blank">Love</a> fragrance which is new and it's again, very inoffensive. I am glad I could get a much smaller bottle. I think these would make great Christmas presents. If you are a true perfume nerd, I would say there's not much to see here but that's fine. It's why we have Chanel and Guerlain.</div>
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To summarise, serum and eyeliners are truly excellent. There are also lots of very, very good products as listed above. A downside is that products are often out of stock which can be frustrating. The packaging is chic and looks pleasing in one's bathroom. Speaking of bathrooms, I had mine renovated into a shower room of joy. I'll share photos in a future post but basically, I want to move in there.</div>
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<br />Cover Girlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10121916427128880196noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5294913520381993913.post-22366584150948990292019-11-30T08:07:00.000+00:002019-11-30T08:07:12.196+00:00Transforming winter skinHello there! I can't believe my last post was in August and tomorrow is December. I am still here, I am still beauty-obsessed but I've had some life matters going on.<br />
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Today I am here to talk about Ameliorate. A brand that is made for these dark winter days. I bought <a href="https://www.ameliorate.com/exfoliating-body-mitt/11865362.html" target="_blank">this body mitt</a> and it's the best £6.65 I've spent for a while.<br />
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My body was getting a bit bumpy. I was without an exfoliating mitt for a few months and I really can't be bothered with scrubs having tried many over the years. They are such a faff. I realised I needed a good old fashioned slough down and ordered this. Now, you may be thinking one body mitt is the same as another body mitt. I respectfully disagree. Once you've tried this, you will throw anything else you use away. It's miraculous. My legs are now like silk and my shins are all shiny. </div>
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These lactic acids body lotions are universally great. I have the REN one, the Clarins one and now this one. If you have any bumpy skin, it gets rid of them. I slathered this on after my slough down and then stood back and admired my smoothness. It absorbs really fast and smells nice without being overpowering but they do fragrance-free if you don't want scent.</div>
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There are great deals on at the moment because of Black Friday and I also received a free travel size body lotion. These two products have done exactly what they promise, they have transformed my body. They don't get rid of spare tyres and flabby bits sadly but they do make you feel better about them.</div>
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<br />Cover Girlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10121916427128880196noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5294913520381993913.post-76662673784156003492019-08-26T11:36:00.003+01:002019-08-26T11:36:42.500+01:00Clinique Moisture Surge Sheertint Hydrator <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I can never resist a new base, especially one with hyaluronic acid which promises to keep my skin hydrated for 12 hours. Bring it on I say.<br />
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I purchased <a href="https://www.clinique.co.uk/product/4323/64320/just-arrived/moisture-surgetm-sheertint-hydrator-spf-25" target="_blank">this</a> a couple of weeks ago and it's very good. However, I personally need another moisturiser underneath but I am getting old and dried up as I speed towards my 50th birthday. Your mileage may vary. This gives you a magical glow, covers up any minor imperfections and has an SPF in it. It's not for you if you have any serious cover up needs, it's great if you have pretty good base skin already.<br />
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I am liking it a lot for this time of the year. It lasts well, doesn't feel heavy and instantly makes me look better. What more can we ask for?Cover Girlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10121916427128880196noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5294913520381993913.post-74786090452475971302019-08-23T08:22:00.001+01:002019-08-23T08:22:46.384+01:00Dr Bronner liquid soap<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Hello out there. I hope everyone has had a great summer. Mine has been very busy with theatre outings and weekends away. On one weekend away, I stayed with my old neighbour who now lives in Cardiff. While I was there, he raved about <a href="https://www.drbronner.com/" target="_blank">Dr Bronner's soap</a> and how it's the only soap that doesn't irritate his skin as he is an eczema sufferer. He was so enthusiastic about it, he showed me his extensive collection so I could smell them all. Truly, he is a great friend for a reason and that reason is we can get excited sniffing liquid soap together.<br />
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I noted that said soap was not in my guest bathroom so I didn't get to sample it properly. However, the icing on the cake was when he said: "and you can buy it with <a href="https://www.ocado.com/search?entry=dr%20bronner" target="_blank">Ocado</a>." My middle-class heart sang with delight.<br />
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This stuff is wonderful. CoverBoy has sensitive skin and we had some rather unbecoming bottles of prescription soap in the bathroom. No more! I bought the peppermint Dr Bronner and we've not looked back. He declares it amazing and no irritation. It is refreshing but not aggressively so. It's very concentrated (despite being almost watery in texture) so you don't need much and on a hot summer's day, the peppermint is almost like a balm soothing your troubles away. I also bought the orange one which, while nice, doesn't please me quite so much. There is a flavour for everyone though, I want to try almond for the winter.<br />
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The marketing is a little too close to god for my liking but I can overlook that because it really is fabulous stuff. They claim you can use it to wash your clothes, brush your teeth (ummm, maybe if up a mountain and with no other choice), clean your house and so on. I am fine with simply using it to wash my body and highly recommend it.<br />
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Summer is here! It's 26 degrees in London today. Flaming June!<br />
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With summer comes the tedious topic of SPF. I know we're meant to use SPF every single day come rain or shine but it's hard for me to believe in deepest winter that I need it in London. However, now we're into very long days and hot sun, I am here for it.<br />
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I find a good facial SPF hard to find. Many make me eyes stream, some are too chalky, or too sticky. They can be hard to apply make up over.<br />
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Call off the search because <a href="https://www.murad.co.uk/city-skin-broad-spectrum-spf-50-pa" target="_blank">this</a> is a miracle. I read about it on <a href="https://www.carolinehirons.com/" target="_blank">Caroline Hirons blog</a> and she handily had a discount code so I availed myself. I am absolutely loving it. It's easy to apply, it doesn't make you greasy or leave a residue. It also gives you a little glow and it's a great primer for make-up. Also, my eyes are just fine.<br />
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<br />Cover Girlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10121916427128880196noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5294913520381993913.post-28546427147242690112019-05-25T11:59:00.000+01:002019-05-25T11:59:00.968+01:00Dry shampoo nirvana<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I find dry shampoo perplexing. I know approx. 80% of women swear by it and walk around with bigger and bigger hair held up by copious amounts of what is basically a talc. But I've never mastered it and believe me, I've tried. I have purchased so many different dry shampoos and felt underwhelmed. Sure, some have been better than others but none have made me a dry shampoo disciple.<br />
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This <a href="https://www.cultbeauty.co.uk/rco-spiritualized-dry-shampoo-mist.html" target="_blank">one</a> is different. It's micellar water and therefore it is damp. It works. By god, it really works and it doesn't leave you with a dusty scalp. Application is the same, spray on, wait 45 seconds, massage in. But it instantly works and there is something quite nice about your hair being damp. It's only a little bit damp, it keeps its style. Which is the point of using dry shampoo, after all.<br />
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<br />Cover Girlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10121916427128880196noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5294913520381993913.post-9667174504556309012019-04-26T08:03:00.000+01:002019-04-26T20:40:22.910+01:00The OrdinaryThe Ordinary is so refreshing. The pricing is a joy and the packaging is chic. I've been investigating it more over the last few months on the basis if I don't like something, it only cost me £5.<br />
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It can be intimidating if you don't know ingredients or have a chemistry degree. I have thought for some time that they need to explain the products better. Last night, I came across this <a href="https://www.byrdie.com/the-ordinary-skincare" target="_blank">article</a> and it explains each product beautifully.<br />
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The repeat buy for me is <a href="https://theordinary.com/product/rdn-marine-hyaluronics-30ml?redir=1" target="_blank">this one:</a><br />
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Marine Hyaluronics has a water-like texture, it's very light. I use it after cleansing and before serum. Not every single time I wash my face but when I feel it needs a boost. It sinks in immediately and leaves no residue. I love it and it's especially good after a winter of central heating and windy walks. </div>
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<br />Cover Girlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10121916427128880196noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5294913520381993913.post-63498669090735136532019-03-29T21:27:00.003+00:002019-03-29T21:27:53.949+00:00Neutrogena loveI've always liked Neutrogena but it's frustrating that we can't access many of the products in the UK. I was in New York last week for work and, as you can imagine, I set aside time for my Sephora trips and drugstore runs. I have so much to report back on, I went a bit mad.<br />
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I'll start with Neutrogena and this <a href="https://www.neutrogena.com/skin/skin-moisturizers/rapid-wrinkle-repair-retinol-oil/6812121.html?cgid=skin-moisturizers#start=1" target="_blank">retinol oil</a>.<br />
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I always research what beauty editors say to buy in the US. I compiled a long list but this was the one thing I was determined to get hold of. I am a little wary of retinols. I know prevailing wisdom is give them time and let your skin adjust but flaky red skin does not appeal. This is designed to be gentler yet still effective. I am using it every other day and so far, no adverse effects. I need to give this more time but I do think my skin is looking pretty good with it. Early report is positive.</div>
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I am in love with this <a href="https://www.neutrogena.com/makeup/neutrogena-hydro-boost-hydrating-concealer/6843839XX.html?dwvar_6843839XX_color=2&cgid=#start=1" target="_blank">concealer</a>. It's so moisturising and doesn't settle into fine lines at all. It's better than concealers that cost three times as much.</div>
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<br />Cover Girlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10121916427128880196noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5294913520381993913.post-53609196865207517632019-02-13T08:22:00.003+00:002019-02-13T08:22:53.459+00:00Drunk Elephant Babyfacial<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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As promised in my previous post, this is my report on Drunk Elephant's <a href="https://www.drunkelephant.com/products/t-l-c-sukari-babyfacial-mask" target="_blank">Babyfacial</a> mask. As a reminder, you can't buy this in the UK because of EU regulations. I asked a friend to get me some in the US. It's $80, not cheap but you don't need much so I think there are at least 15 applications here (I made that number up, could be more, could be less) which then works out at around $5 for a facial which doesn't seem so bad. I am here to always justify spending money on products for you.<br />
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Is it any good? Short answer, yes. Let me expand. The reason you can't buy it here is it's considered too strong for at home facials. It comes with warnings of building up to leaving it on for 20 minutes, not to use if your skin feels sore etc. I approached with some trepidation. However, it was fine. I had no tingles, no redness. I left it on for 15 minutes to be on the safe side. You must do this at night because many people are red afterwards but fine after a night's sleep.<br />
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My skin is pretty robust, I use exfoliating toners almost every day. Before using this, I skipped my exfoliating toner the night before. As it is winter, skin tends to be a little more sensitive with central heating and freezing temperatures. I would say if you have skin prone to redness or sensitivity to maybe wait until spring before using this.<br />
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I applied a thin layer (no need to go thick and waste this elixir of youth) and waited. I used a soft flannel to remove. I looked in the mirror and saw no immediate difference whatsoever! But then I felt my skin and it was incredibly soft, I examined it more closely with my trusty magnifying mirror and it looked more even, open pores had shrunk a little, and it was glowier (that's a word now).<br />
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My box came with a sample of the <a href="https://www.drunkelephant.com/collections/moisturizers/products/virgin-marula-luxury-facial-oil" target="_blank">Marula Facial Oil</a> so I popped that on and went to bed. The oil is annoyingly good. I can see a Drunk Elephant obsession blooming here and I was so determined to not be drawn in, ah well.<br />
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<br />Cover Girlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10121916427128880196noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5294913520381993913.post-4955856757100784082019-02-02T13:38:00.001+00:002019-02-13T08:23:27.030+00:00Drunk ElephantI was doing well resisting this but then I received a 20% code from Cult Beauty and my will power waned.<br />
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I bought this <a href="https://www.cultbeauty.co.uk/drunk-elephant-protini-polypeptide-cream.html" target="_blank">moisturiser</a> and I love it. It's a great base for make up and my skin feels very hydrated. I also love the packaging. Would I buy it at full price? No. It's not necessary to spend over £50 on a moisturiser but it's made my January more bearable and we all do what we can to endure January.<br />
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This <a href="https://www.thebodyshop.com/en-gb/face/night-time-treatments/drops-of-youth-bouncy-sleeping-mask/p/p000341" target="_blank">Drops of Youth mask</a> is marketed as bouncy. It's hard to explain the texture, it's very slippery and you have to dig in. I am here to tell you that it's Very Good Indeed. I don't use it as a mask, which implies you rinse it off, I slap it on and go to bed. One wakes up looking all dewy. Honestly, it works a treat. You can feel it doing you good as you apply it. Do yourself a favour and check it out.</div>
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Looking back on 2018, it's the year I concentrated on haircare. The <a href="http://sandyanddanny.blogspot.com/2018/08/grow-gorgeous-cleansing-conditioner.html" target="_blank">Grow Gorgeous Cleaning Conditioner</a> was a revelation although I am not using it now it's winter. For me, it's a summer product and a life saver on holidays. I've loved my <a href="http://sandyanddanny.blogspot.com/2018/07/function-of-beauty.html" target="_blank">Function of Beauty</a> shampoo and conditioner and can't wait to finish my original order so I can try another scent. <a href="http://sandyanddanny.blogspot.com/2018/10/beauty-round-up.html" target="_blank">Kristen Ess</a> needs to come to the UK at a reasonable price. Or I need to go back to the US to stock up.</div>
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Cover Girlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10121916427128880196noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5294913520381993913.post-28893546184232926972018-12-15T09:49:00.002+00:002018-12-15T09:49:22.915+00:00The Body ShopIt's nice to visit old friends. Especially ones you've not seen for ages. I've not investigated The Body Shop for years but recently I went in and was deeply impressed.<br />
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It seems to be the law that all 10-15 year old girls love The Body Shop. Thus I found myself in the Oxford Street branch with my friend who has a 12 year-old daughter. She was after the advent calendar but it was long since sold out. However, they had a little booth where you can instantly print personalised covers for their body butters. What a great idea. It's not online so you have to pop in but we were entranced and I only just managed to stop getting one for me.<br />
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Cover Girlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10121916427128880196noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5294913520381993913.post-83659664829153141092018-11-11T08:53:00.002+00:002018-11-11T08:54:25.519+00:00A word about RENI've always liked REN beauty but tend to forget about it. However, a few things reminded me. Firstly, I have finally managed to get a bathroom renovated. This has been months in the making, it was going to be the shower room but at the last minute, I decided I needed a bathing boudoir and so I did the attic bathroom. This is a tiny little room and it was unusable. Now it's a pink, bathing heaven.<br />
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The classic <a href="https://www.renskincare.com/collections/body-washes/products/moroccan-rose-otto-body-wash-200-ml" target="_blank">Moroccan Rose Otto body wash</a>. The last time I had this, it was a present from my mum so it's been a while. You may have noticed my new bathroom is pink. Very, very pink. I wanted it to feel like a haven and a retreat and it really does. I lie there in rose scented bubbles admiring my excellent taste.</div>
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Before I go, several people have asked me how my husband feels about a pink bathroom. Why would he object? Men like pink too. In fact, he encouraged me to go for this brighter pink (Farrow & Ball Rangwali). I find questions like this so interesting, as if men only like steel grey and blue and can't enjoy a bath while looking a pink walls! Mind you, I may have taken a step too far with my Joan Collins portrait...</div>
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As always when I fly, I get my moisturiser packing all wrong. This is most frustrating since I have a lot of moisturiser. Maybe it's subconscious though so I feel justified in buying more.<br />
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While in Sephora, I played with <a href="https://www.drunkelephant.com/" target="_blank">Drunk Elephant</a>. It launched here last week which I expect you know about because it was in every single thing I picked up, all over Instagram and I got about a dozen emails telling me. It's expensive. It was expensive in the US and it's even pricier here. Is it worth it? I dunno. I tried the<a href="https://www.drunkelephant.com/collections/serums/products/c-firma-vitamin-c-day-serum" target="_blank"> C Firma Serum</a> which felt lovely, if oily. I splodged other things on the back of my hand. The packaging is very cute but I can't justify £80 on packaging and when it came down to it, I just decided against the expense. Reviews vary wildly on this and I am a little sceptical of the whole 'clean' promise. </div>
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One of my favourite rituals on any trip to the US is my foray into Sephora. I love their own range of cleansers, foot masks, hand masks etc. We can no longer access the US site in the UK which is so annoying, I have no words for my rage. I got the coconut dry shampoo and at last I have found a dry shampoo where I can cope with the scent. It's delicious and only $8. </div>
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I bought The One <a href="https://www.kristinesshair.com/products/the-one-signature-shampoo" target="_blank">shampoo</a> and <a href="https://www.kristinesshair.com/products/the-one-signature-conditioner" target="_blank">conditioner</a>. It smells heavenly and I have to say, it's great. I am loving it. It's a joy to use, rinses out easily and leaves my hair in great condition. </div>
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I also bought the <a href="https://www.kristinesshair.com/products/the-one-signature-conditioner" target="_blank">Blow Dry Mist</a>. This claims to cut down blow drying time and give shine blah blah This is true! It does! And you hardly need any (I found out the hard way) so it lasts for ages. </div>
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My friend also bought from the range and is equally happy. You can buy this in the UK from <a href="https://eu.feelunique.com/brands/kristin-ess" target="_blank">Feel Unique </a>but it's more expensive. Obviously.</div>
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<br />Cover Girlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10121916427128880196noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5294913520381993913.post-30341917925480979822018-08-25T08:09:00.001+01:002018-08-25T08:09:42.326+01:00Jo LovesJo Loves is by Jo Malone. I decided to treat myself after numerous hints for my birthday didn't work. I read about this <a href="https://www.joloves.com/grapefruit-fragrance-body-spray.html" target="_blank">Graffiti body spray</a> in a magazine and knew I had to try it.<br />
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Because I love Grapefruit scented products, I chose that one but it comes in other flavours although the thought of Tuberose or Fig makes me want to heave but whatever floats your boat.<br />
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I love this, it's been perfect for this long hot summer and the scent lasts really well. It cools you down as well. I've not used a body spray since my teenage days of Impulse and I'd forgotten how nice they can be for a subtle, all-over saturation of very light fragrance. I can't see me using this in the deep and dark days of winter but for summer and holidays, it's lovely.<br />
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I also bought a <a href="https://www.joloves.com/fragrance-paintbrush-collection" target="_blank">fragrance paint brush</a>.<br />
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I chose White Roses and Lemon Leaves which was nice enough but a bit of an obvious scent to my nose (I ordered these online). I love the portability of this, I took it into work and brushed it on my wrists. I like that you are not obviously applying perfume and choking people around you with a spray.<br />
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However, after a week, it stopped working. No more gel was coming out of the brush. I clicked away but to no avail. The customer service was interesting. I sent an email explaining the problem. I got an answer back quickly that I needed to shake it vigorously. I did this, nope, didn't work. I emailed back and explained this. I was told that I needed to pack it up sturdily and they'd send a driver to pick it up on a day I chose. I did all this and driver duly turned up. I then received an email saying, yes it is broken, would I like a new one or a refund? No apology and I didn't like the implication that somehow I had been lying until <i>they</i> had tested it. I asked for a refund because by the point I was annoyed and I wasn't massively into the smell anyway.<br />
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Jo Loves is a top-end and luxury retailer. They should have immediately sent me another one when I sent my first email. This is clearly a known problem. It's very disappointing.<br />
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My lovely friend gave me this for my birthday and I am here to tell you it's a game changer. I was massively sceptical I must admit. This is a 'no poo' conditioner and the thought of not cleansing my hair freaked me out a little.<br />
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She gave me clear instructions: soak your hair, use quite a lot, massage in, leave for three minutes, comb hair, rinse out. If you follow these instructions, then you will have amazing shiny hair. I am blown away by it. I had my hair cut and coloured last week and my hairdresser asked me what I had been using to make my hair look so good.<br />
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I wouldn't use this every time I wash my hair because I think hair does need a proper cleanse now and then but I am using it every other wash (I wash my hair twice a week) and I love it. It also smells great. Perfect for holiday hair too.<br />
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You can read more about it <a href="https://www.growgorgeous.co.uk/blog/tips-tutorials/how-to-co-wash/" target="_blank">here</a>. You can buy it <a href="https://www.lookfantastic.com/grow-gorgeous-11-in-1-cleansing-conditioner-190ml/11351954.html" target="_blank">here</a> (cheaper). And you can thank me below in the comments.Cover Girlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10121916427128880196noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5294913520381993913.post-87102109929550712102018-07-22T11:49:00.000+01:002018-08-25T07:53:54.881+01:00Beauty Pie round-upI've been a member of Beauty Pie now for just over a year. In that time, I have tried loads of products. My favourite category is serums. I have tried all of these.<br />
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This eyeliner in Envy is truly excellent and lasts all day long with no travelling. I got the blue one as well which I like less as it's a bit too blue for me but the quality of these are excellent.</div>
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I have also tried the candles (fine but not a patch on my beloved Diptyque), the lipsticks (perfectly nice without being memorable), foundation samples (the jury is out, maybe ok but I prefer to buy my foundation properly at a beauty counter), primer (ok but there are better primers available), retinol hand cream (excellent), five minute facial (reviewed <a href="http://sandyanddanny.blogspot.com/2017/06/beauty-pie.html" target="_blank">here</a>) and the fabulous<a href="http://sandyanddanny.blogspot.com/2018/07/sunshine.html" target="_blank"> Awesome Bronze</a>.</div>
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