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How to buy prescription glasses online – my 5 tips

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Firmoo glasses with and without nose clips - my review
Firmoo glasses with and without nose clips - my review

Buying prescription glasses online sounds like a great idea until you actually have to do it. Entering your prescription correctly, choosing a pair that actually suits your face, and hoping they fit when they arrive? It’s enough to make anyone nervous. But after buying four pairs of glasses from Firmoo, I’ve learned what works and […]

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Are Firmoo prescription glasses worth it? My experience buying online

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Firmoo glasses with and without nose clips - my review
Firmoo glasses with and without nose clips - my review

Buying glasses online felt a bit risky. I’ve always tried mine on in-store and bought from Specsavers. The idea of entering my prescription, picking a frame from photos, and hoping for the best? A little nerve-wracking. But I kept seeing Firmoo pop-up with nice frames at a fraction of the usual price (£100+ in Specsavers), […]

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Why I chose Ancient + Brave True Collagen for healthier skin, nails and hair growth

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My review of Ancient + Brave true collagen - for nail health and hair growth
My review of Ancient + Brave true collagen - for nail health and hair growth

As a millennial, I feel like we’ve been through it all—dial-up internet, avocado toast debates, and now the realisation that our 40s are nearly here, bringing new challenges for our skin, hair, and joints. At 37, I’ve started noticing the subtle (and sometimes not-so-subtle) signs of ageing. My skin sometimes looks grey, my hair feels […]

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How To Stop Getting Spots With These 10 Steps That Work

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My Dermatica skincare haul - including tretinoin, vitamin c, SPF, face wash and lip moisturiser
My Dermatica skincare haul - including tretinoin, vitamin c, SPF, face wash and lip moisturiser

Why do we get spots? How come they suddenly appear? Sometimes our skin is great in the morning but by bedtime, we’re covered. I will talk about why you might be getting spots, plus simple, easy but effective ways to reduce them. This is from my own experience as a 36-year-old millennial who made small […]

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JSHealth discount code – get money off with a voucher/promo code

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JSHealth discount codes
JSHealth discount codes

Who doesn’t love a great deal, especially when it comes to self-care and wellness? JSHealth is known for their premium supplements that support everything from hair growth to stress relief. But let’s face it—quality products can add up. That’s where discount codes come in! Whether you’re a long-time fan of JSHealth or trying their products […]

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OUAI Body Crème Review: Why I Love This Hydrating Hero

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OUAI body cream review
OUAI body cream review

As you can tell from the title, the OUAI Body Cream in ‘melrose place’ is my all-time new favourite moisturiser. I got it only at the start of October, but it’s already part of my staple products due to its quality and gorgeousness. I’ve never been someone who likes to drench themselves in body moisturiser […]

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Get your Acai Outdoorwear Discount Voucher code 2025

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Acai Outdoorwear Windchaser Sweater in colour Mulberry - me wearing
Acai Outdoorwear Windchaser Sweater in colour Mulberry - very warm and is long; perfect for us tall girls

Fancy some new outdoor clothing? Yeah, me too! Acai Outdoorwear is my top brand for outdoor walking and running gear. I have a few items that I love (listed below!). Get a discount: Use my friends and family link Get £10 off your first £50 spend. I’ll also get money off my next purchase. Use […]

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How to stop mascara smudging under eyes (tried and tested)

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Photo of my undereyes towards the end of the way after my mascara has smudged
Photo of my undereyes towards the end of the way after my mascara has smudged

I’ve made an effort recently to figure out how I can stop my mascara from running. I hate looking nice in the morning but with dark eyes by the evening. It puts me off wearing any, but I like the look with mascara so I wanted to find a solution! Over the last six months, […]

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How do you run when you have a 9-5?

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breakfast when I want to fuel up for a run
breakfast when I want to fuel up for a run

How do you fit in a weekday run when you work 9-5, aren’t a morning person and have a busy 5-9? Welcome to my life. Here is my plan on how to successfully have a 30-minute lunchtime run midweek and be back in time for those afternoon work calls. If you get an hour’s lunch […]

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How do you stay safe when running? Tips from a woman who runs

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female running safety tips
female running safety tips

I’ve been running on and off for 20 years and wanted to put together a list of all the things I either use or have heard of that’ll help to keep us safe during our running journey. Due to the recent tragic murder of Laken Riley who was strangled whilst out on a run, I […]

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Top 9 things to expect when starting Couch to 5k running plan

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Running couch to 5k - me after a run feeling proud!
Running couch to 5k - me after a run feeling proud!

You’re excited to start your couch to 5k journey and after doing it myself, you’re going to love it! I still run now, a few years since completing couch to 5k twice. It gave me the confidence to pace myself but it didn’t prepare me for everything – that’s what my blog is for! Here […]

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Top 10 Tips to Prepare For a First Time Cruise

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Tips and advice for first time cruise
Tips and advice for first time cruise

If you’re going on a cruise for the first time and want some tips on how you can make it that little bit easier, read my tips below. I’ve been on 4 cruises with P&O Cruises now. From 2 weeks in the Caribbean to a week in the Mediterranean. Over this time I’ve added small […]

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How does Tretinoin in Dermatica work and how does it help acne?

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Dermatica personalised skincare with Tretinoin Hydroquinone Niacinamide Azelaic Acid
Dermatica personalised skincare with Tretinoin Hydroquinone Niacinamide Azelaic Acid

Tretinoin is in the cream I’m getting in my personalised Dermatica subscription to fight hyperpigmentation/melasma on my forehead. It’s strong stuff, so I’ve researched it and thought I’d share my findings. [Tretinoin is used for] Topical preparation to reduce hyperpigmentation of skin,such as persistent freckles, dark marks (lentigines) ormelasma. Tretinoin works by increasing the skin […]

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My Skin Cycling Routine to help my oily, acne-prone skin

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I’ve incorporated skin cycling as my routine for a few months now. I decided to do a big skincare reset after getting home from my holiday in December where I experienced painful acne, caused (I’m 99% sure) by Elemis cleansing balm which triggered fungal-acne (although I haven’t been properly diagnosed). My skin was red raw […]

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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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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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