My new (old) routine with Liz Earle Naturally Active Skincare


Hi everyone. I recently shared my skincare routine on the blog, but I used up some of the products and I also felt like I needed a change. I have been using various  Liz Earle products for nearly a year and I always reach for them, when I don't feel like experimenting with new cleansers etc...

So, it is back to basics for me. I reviewed most of the products in this post already, but I will quickly share my thoughts again and explain why I like this simple routine.

Clarins Splendours Limited Edition Summer 2013 Collection Review


I am always excited about new makeup collections from Clarins and I keep ooh-ing and aah-ig when I get a chance to admire their limited edition palettes! One look at the packaging makes me fall in love with the products and once I can bring myself  to swatching and using them on my face, I am never disappointed :)

The newest Summer 2013 collection is called Splendours and it consists of a Summer Bronzing Compact, a Colour Quartet and Liner Eye Palette, Instant Smooth Crystal Lip Balms and Instant Smooth Crystal Lip Gels. The palettes are designed beautifully, with breathtaking embossing, inspired by South America, it's ancient ruins, Mayan culture and Aztec prints. I studied cultural anthropology/ ethnology at university , so this collection stole my heart :)

Organic Surge Fresh Ocean Light Body Lotion review



"This light, delicate body lotion glides onto the skin and absorbs quickly for an instant burst of soothing rehydration. Aloe Vera combines with naturally nourishing shea and cocoa butters to condition the skin, while the refreshing blend of rosemary and citrus essential oils works to rebalance oils and dry skin areas. With its invigorating, natural fragrance and lightweight, non-greasy texture Fresh Ocean Light Body Lotion makes skin feel soft, supple and rejuvenated."

Review: Daniel Sandler Invisible Radiance Foundation and Concealer in Beige



"Used alone, the dewy-fresh fluid foundation feels as light as a feather on skin. Accompanied by a complimenting shade of creamy concealer under the mirrored lid, this is your perfect weapon to disguise either under-eye darkness or blemishes. The duo forms the perfect partnership, avoiding the chore of hunting down a match to your base. "

I always wanted to try this foundation and concealer duo from Daniel Sandler. I just love the packaging and it is such a clever idea to put the concealer in the lid. I am sure that it's been done before, but I am impressed anyway :)

Spending Ban Haul (?) / Update


Hi everyone. It might sound silly, but I have a Spending Ban Haul post for you today :)
I thought that it will be a good idea to get everything I bought during the ban together and add it all up to see how much I actually spent. There is exactly 3 weeks left till the end of the ban and I am not planning to buy anything at all. I am too busy with packing everything and moving house, so I am not even thinking about spending money. So what did I buy during the ban? 

A perfect Spring scent: NEOM Invigorate Reed Diffuser Review



"Invigorate - Unmistakably fresh Grapefruit is blended with Bergamot and a little Lime for extra crispness. An uplifting and zesty scent that promotes positive thoughts and a strengthened spirit. Bergamot's antiseptic and healing properties, blended with mood-boosting Grapefruit, makes for an altogether more confident you. 80% certified organic ingredients; 20% natural ingredients."

I love scented candles and home fragrance in general and I always have at least one reed diffuser in the living room or in the hallway. At the moment, I have one in each room :) haha. Most of them are vanilla scented, because my husband loves it, but I like to experiment with new blends of oils and buy new diffusers quite often. 

Aromatherapy Associates Inner Strength Bath and Shower Oil


Aromatherapy Associates Inner Strength bath & Shower Oil* (full size 55 ml £39.00)

"Experience the genuinely positive and uplifting power of this unique blend, with clary sage, frankincense and cardamom to help find your strength in challenging and difficult times. 

Pretty things: Ted Baker Earrings + Leopard Print Ravel Flats and... giveaway


Hi everyone. It's been over a week since I shared my last OOTD. In am still loving oversized jumpers and I wear them pretty much every day :) I got the white knit from Asda and it has a gorgeous chiffon back with a bow fastening. I really love it and it was a bargain! 

New Bourjois Radiance Reveal Healthy Mix Foundation and Healthy Mix Blusher Review. Swatches +before and after


 Today I would like to share my thoughts on two exciting new products from Bourjois!
I reviewed the Healthy Mix Serum Foundation (here) and I loved it, so I had high expectations for the revamped Healthy Mix. The second product and a brand new member of the Healthy Mix family is the peachy blusher. I am a blush addict and I adore Little Round Pots from Bourjois, so I knew right away, that I will like this beaut! 

A sweet bath time treat: Chery Lin Coconut Rose Body Scrub review


CHERY LIN COCONUT ROSE BODY SUGAR SCRUB* <link> 350 ml £27.95

"With a beautiful, floral sweet fragrance, this body polish will slough off dead skin cells to reveal smooth and deeply cleansed skin. With rose and jasmine extracts to rejuvenate and help soften stretch marks, and plant extracts that heal and soothe, your skin will soon feel and look more balanced. Contains Dead Sea Salt, to relieve aches and pains and draw out toxins."

Urban Decay New Ammo Palette Review and Swatches


Urban Decay Ammo Palette* (new 2013 edition)

 If you own the original UD Ammo palette, you will know that the colours in this one are exactly the same. The only differences are:

NOTD: Gold skulls and pastels


Hi everyone. I promised to add NOTD posts weekly and I nearly forgot about this weeks manicure :)
I found a packet of nail stickers in my stash and I decided to try them out.  There are three different designs: stars, skulls and rhinestones and they are simple, flexible stickers with clear edges. 
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