BEIS Sport Sling Crossbody Bag in Beige – my full review

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Beis sports sling bag review in beige
Beis sports sling bag review in beige

After buying the expandable backpack in September 2022, I’d been keeping my eye out for the sling to be available, as it’s currently out of stock everywhere. Little did I know my eagle-eyed husband signed up to receive stock updates on Revolve.com, and managed to snag one in the days it was in stock. It’s […]

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Il Makiage Concealer Shade 2.5 and Blending Brush 140 Review

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I’ve been using Il Makiage for nearly 2 years now and still keep going back to it. I’ve tried a few other concealers, including Estee Lauder ‘stay in place’ and Mac ‘Pro longwear’, but I still go back to Il Makiage. On the Il Makiage website, the ‘F**K I’m Flawless concealer‘ is described as: long-wear, […]

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Il Makiage Foundation Blending Brush #100 – my full review

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I’ve been using Il Makiage’s foundation and concealer for over a year so I decided to treat myself and purchase the rest of the set – including the foundation brush. It’s £38, so it’s a premium brush, up there with others such as IT Cosmetics (Heavenly Luxe is £36), Bobbie Brown Brush (full coverage, £36) […]

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Lacura Aldi Pink Clay Mask to detox for clean skin – my review

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After using Sand and Sky’s Australian pink clay for some time (which is around £36 per 60ml – see my blog here) I decided to give this a try after spotting it in Aldi for £2.99 for 60ml. I’ve recently been suffering with fungal acne (I think – not properly diagnosed) on my forehead and […]

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Is it worth having a guestbook at a wedding?

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wedding guestbook ideas - my burgundy guestbook for weddings

It all depends on whether or not you’ll enjoy reading the comments made by guests at your wedding. I personally sit down with my husband every anniversary and read through the comments – they still make us smile (and laugh!). If you aren’t sure, or think you might regret even a tiny bit not having […]

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Thriva Home Blood Test Kit – My Full Review After 3rd Time Using

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Thriva blood test - my results
Thriva blood test - my results

If you’re wondering if Thriva is worth your time, money and literally – blood – look no further. Thriva blood tests look at a multitude of things, whether you want to check your vitamin B, D, icon or even cholesterol, this could be the test for you. You receive vials in the post you sort […]

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Elemis Pro Collagen Cleansing Balm to remove make up – my honest and disappointing review

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Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm - makeup removal, my honest review
Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm - makeup removal, my honest review

Summary: loved initially but made my acne-flare up – would not recommend for oily skin (continuing to use on eyes only) Of course I was influenced on tiktok to buy this – it was on offer, so I jumped at the chance to pay £15 for 50ml (it’s usually £27). I’ve been using The Body […]

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Elemis Cleansing Balm to remove make up on Oily, Acne-prone Skin – full disappointing review

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I recently decided to try a new makeup remover from my usual Body Shop camomile cleansing butter – Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm. A nourishing cleansing balm that melts away makeup, daily pollutants and impurities for a soft and glowing complexion. I’m extremely wary of new products like this, especially ones where reviewers describe them as […]

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Amazon Kindle Oasis vs Amazon Paperwhite 7th Generation – Review and comparison

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Amazon Kindle Oasis review comparing against Paperwhite
Amazon Kindle Oasis review comparing against Paperwhite

If you’re considering upgrading to the Amazon Oasis and unsure if the price is worth it, this article is for you. I read daily on my 7th generation Kindle Paperwhite I’ve had for over 6 years. I’d seen the Oasis and thought it looked beautiful so I had it in my Amazon wish list for […]

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How does Il Makiage Foundation Shade 35 look on a lighter skin tone – Before after photos and full review

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Il Makiage 'woke up like this' foundation shade 35 - powermatch shade matcher

What shades are available from Il Makiage, and how do you pick the right one for you? After completing their tool, POWERMATCH, I was matched to 35, which is one of the light colours. Shade 35 is for lighter skin tones. I tested it on my acne-prone skin, dark circles, oily forehead, and hyperpigmentation! They […]

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How Does Il Makiage Foundation Shade 35 Cope On Oily Skin

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Il Makiage 'woke up like this' foundation shade 35 - powermatch shade matcher

The problem: finding a foundation that works, stays put and looks good for oily skin (and what shade 35 looks like) If your skin turns oily by midday, you know the struggle – foundation that separates, melts, or makes me feel so irritated I need to wipe my face with a tissue before I even […]

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London Nootropics adaptogenic coffee – My honest review after using for 4 months

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London Nootropics coffee review - close up of Grind flavour
London Nootropics coffee review - close up of Grind flavour

I saw these guys on Dragon’s Den in Feb 2022 and as they got backing from 2 dragons, I was keen to follow them in their journey. I liked them as well – very passionate and knowledgable about the product. I also love coffee which got my attention. London Nootropics sell coffee that comes in […]

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Il Makiage Discount Promo Codes

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Il Makiage discount offers and codes - photo of Woke up like this foundation

The only discount code I’ve found is ‘welcome10‘ – this gets you 10% off the Il Makiage website. Don’t forget to spend over £40 to get free delivery – otherwise it’s £3.95. Il Makiage products I’ve written blogs on Il Makiage primer, concealer (F**K I’m Flawless) and foundation (Woke up like this). I love them […]

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CeraVe Foaming Cleanser for Normal to Oily Skin – my honest review on oily skin

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CeraVe Foaming Cleanser for Normal to Oily Skin - photo of bottle

I didn’t realise cleansing should become part of my daily skincare routine… Let me explain. On the days when I don’t wear makeup or leave the house, I wasn’t cleansing my face before going to bed. I didn’t realise I still needed to wash the day away from all sorts of dirt that accumulated on […]

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Glossier Lash Slick Mascara that’s water resistant – my open and honest review

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Glossier Lash Slick Mascara - my review
Glossier Lash Slick Mascara - simple pink stick

Ever since my favourite mascara of all time was discontinued – NYX Doll Eye – I’ve been in the market for a new favourite mascara and have been working my way through several – most recently, Glossier Lash Slick and I am very impressed. I always go for waterproof mascara. I don’t know why – […]

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Tear Trough Dermal Fillers for under eye bag area puffiness- my experience and honest review

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This is my 3rd time getting dermal fillers for my puffy under eye bag area. Since my late 20s (I’m now mid 30s) I’ve tried SO MANY products to help reduce the puffiness – absolutely nothing worked, and it’s since visiting my consultant that I know why. She pressed her finger on my eyelid, which […]

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The Body Shop Camomile Cleansing Butter – my honest review

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The Body Shop camomile cleansing butter - my honest review
The Body Shop camomile cleansing butter - my honest review

How does the Body Shop Camomile take off stubborn make-up and does it irritate sensitive and oily skin? Stick around because that’s what I’m about to review. I’ve been using the cleansing butter for a while to remove stubborn waterproof mascara and when I’m wearing heavier foundation, although as I have both sensitive and oily […]

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Il Makiage Primer – No Filter Poreless Base Smoothing – my honest review

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Il Makiage primer - is it non-comedogenic?
Il Makiage primer - is it non-comedogenic?

Here’s my honest review of the Il Makiage “No Filter” primer, tested on oily, acne-prone and mature skin. I’ve worn it under foundation on 10+ hour days to see if it really smooths pores and helps makeup last longer.

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Il Makiage Primer ‘no filter’ – Honest review on oily skin

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Il Makiage primer - is it non-comedogenic?
Il Makiage primer - is it non-comedogenic?

Here’s my honest review of the Il Makiage “No Filter” primer, tested on oily, acne-prone and mature skin. I’ve worn it under foundation on 10+ hour days to see if it really smooths pores and helps makeup last longer.

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Il Makiage Concealer I’m Flawless Review – tried and tested on my acne, undereye bags and dark spots

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Il Makiage F*ck I'm Flawless concealer - my honest review - comparing my skin with and without makeup
Il Makiage F*ck I'm Flawless concealer - my honest review - comparing my skin with and without makeup

After using Estee Lauders Concealer for years, will Il Makiage’s concealer ‘Fk I’m Flawless’ be up to the job of covering my undereye dark circles, forehead hyperpigmentation, spots and redness? See how it does after long office days and a workout or two! After trying the foundation and loving it (see my blog here), I […]

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Estrid – The Best Razor Subscription You Didn’t Know You Needed

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Estrid Razor review - monthly subscription - my honest review
Estrid Razor review - monthly subscription - my honest review

Sick of buying disposable razors which are horrendous for the environment? I set out to find a good brand that offers a good-priced quality razor that I can trust… with my bits. Hurrah! I found them. They are Estrid: Estrid.com A couple of points worth mentioning about Estrid that sets them apart from your usual […]

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Estrid Razor: My Honest review of the subscription blades

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Estrid Razor review - monthly subscription - my honest review
Estrid Razor review - monthly subscription - my honest review

After using disposable razors for years, the final straw came when I went to use my last one, and it snapped. I was fuming as I was shaving my legs before a deep tissue massage! I started looking online because the thought of spending a tenner in Boots for a Venus filled me with dread. […]

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Full review of Il Makiage’s Foundation on my oily, acne-prone 35yo skin

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Il Makiage discount offers and codes - photo of Woke up like this foundation

After being bombarded with Insta & Facebook ads for months, I finally purchased Il Makiage foundation ‘Woke up like this’ – here’s my full Il Makiage review! I’ve been looking for a new foundation because I was becoming more and more uncomfortable wearing my current foundation, Estée Lauder Double Wear, because it’s not cruelty-free, unlike […]

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Il Makiage Foundation Review ‘Woke Up Like This’

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Il Makiage discount offers and codes - photo of Woke up like this foundation

Honest Il Makiage ‘Woke Up Like This’ foundation review – tested on oily, acne-prone and mature skin. Full wear test, coverage guide, shade match 35 and verdict

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Why you shouldn’t buy silk pillowcases plus comfy alternatives

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I don’t know about you but recently I’ve been bamboozled with silk pillowcase ads on Insta. I actually nearly bought one because of the “amazing effects they have on your hair and skin”. They’re promoted at leaving your hair tangle-free after sleeping and skin super-soft because silk doesn’t soak up all your lotions and potions […]

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How I clean my makeup brushes in under 2 minutes with ISOCLEAN Makeup Brush Cleaner

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I think for most of us, if we had to say when we last cleaned our makeup brushes, we’d cringe. It’s something most of us never get round to doing. After struggling with acne for most of my adult life, I’ve put time and effort into setting myself up for clean skin. That starts with […]

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Simply Effective Natural Deodorant – my month-long experience

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I’ve tried lots of natural beauty products – from haircare, to deodorant – I wanted to try this because it only contains natural ingredients. I’m trying to move away from supermarket-sold products that contain lots of nasty things that aren’t good for your body, including aluminum. From coconut oil to Jojoba oil, it’s vegan and […]

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Carbon Theory | Charcoal & Tea Tree Oil Break-Out Control Facial Cleansing Bar | My honest review

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At the time of updating this article, the bar has over 6k reviews on Carbontheory.com website. The bar claims to prevent breakouts by using charcoal to draw out bacteria & excess oil; tea tree to reduce inflammation plus other benefits. See how I get on using it on my acne-prone, 30-something, oily skin. I was […]

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Beauty Pie Luxury Beauty Subscription Including Popular Makeup Products – My honest review

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Beauty Pie sell luxury beauty products at a fraction of the price of high-end products on the market. I first saw them on Facebook as I was targeted with one of their ads. I didn’t buy straight away but kept a note of their brand and decided to try them once I’d run out of […]

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Aurelia Natural Probiotic Skin Care – Deodorant, Moisturiser & Miracle Balm – My honest review

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I’d never heard of Aurelia before, until I saw Emma Watson in a live Insta video showing the contents of her bag (don’t judge me). She said how much she loved the deodorant so I decided to look myself. I hadn’t been looking for a new deodorant but getting pretty tired of having to wait […]

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Function of Beauty – Personalised Vegan and Cruelty-Free Subscription Hair Care – My honest review

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I saw this advertised on Instagram and was immediately drawn to it. You put in your hair care problems and they send you personalised shampoo and conditioner that helps sort those problems. They are called Function of Beauty and they are based in New York. What I like is how everything is personalised and tailored […]

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What is the difference between vegan and cruelty-free makeup?

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There’s a difference in Vegan and Cruelty-Free products: Vegan is when a product doesn’t contain any animal ingredients Cruelty-free is when the product hasn’t been tested on animals Facts about China With the amazing efforts of the Humaine Society International, China changed their laws in 2014 to the following: Foreign imported ordinary cosmetics – still require […]

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How I protected and nourished my hair on the beach with coconut oil

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Did you know coconut oil can do wonders for your hair, especially if it’s dry? No, me neither! I only found out on holiday when I used it to keep my hair smooth and sleek in between swims in the sea.  Being in the sea so much, it causes my hair to go extremely dry […]

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Mabel + Meg Lumilixir Serum review

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Mabel and Meg Lumilixir Serum
Mabel and Meg Lumilixir Serum

I first found Mabel + Meg Lumilixir Serum through a beauty blogger on Instagram. She put a few blobs on her makeup brush, along with her foundation, and began sweeping it across her face. It blended perfectly and gave her a dewy glow.  Now I’m not sure about you, but I always think…. “do you […]

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