The bag of essentials

I'm not someone who touches up their make up throughout the day. Mainly because I don't really go out anywhere for long periods of time - a quick workshop here, an hour long lecture there and I'm back home. However, I do like to carry a bag of essential products and items with me everywhere I go. I've done this since the beginning of summer and I believe it's about time I showed you the products that have ensured my life is that little bit easier.

Lady essentials

Of course, these had to be in there. The case comes with Bodyform packs from Boots which are currently on offer for £1 - a bargain if you ask me. The case makes sanitary towels discreet, pretty and easy to carry around with you.

Soap & Glory Mini Hand Food - £2.50

My hands don't tend to get all that dry but I do like to keep them moisturised and nourished. This is my favourite ever hand cream as it smells delicious and sinks into the hands pretty quickly. I love the mini version as it's perfect for carrying around with you and just to let you know, I have two bigger tubes of this dotted around the house as well. I just can't be without the stuff!

Halo Handy Hygienic wipes* - £1.09

A definite must! If you're going out for the day then you aren't always guaranteed a sink to wash your hands in. These hand wipes come in handy all the time and I love the Halo ones because they aren't drying on the skin and smell delicious. I love how convenient they are and although I was worried about the pack drying out, I haven't had any issues with it thus far and I used these all the time whilst on holiday. I've also stocked up as they're currently on offer at Boots.

Toothbrush Holder - £0.50

I do have braces so carrying a toothbrush around with me is most definitely essential. Inside my holder I carry a Boots Expert TePe 0.7mm Interdental Brush - £3.09 and a Wilko Kids Toothbrush - £0.70. The kids toothbrush fits inside the holder better and allows me to get a close clean when it comes to my braces. I also carry around a Boots Smile Mini Toothpaste - £0.50 as I like to brush my teeth after meals regardless of where I am.

John Frieda Full Repair Touch-Up Flyaway Tamer* - £10.99

This product is quite new to me but I absolutely adore it. As a fan of the Full Repair range, I was dying to try this out when I saw that it was released. It uses Inca Inchi Oil to smooth down flyaways and frayed ends to ensure that your hair is looking healthy and full of volume throughout the day. The applicator is the same as a mascara wand which makes brushing the product through your hair easy peesy and the small tube is perfect for my essentials bag. I have little baby hairs around my fringe and when I haven't blowdried my hair properly, they stick up like crazy which looks awful. This smooths the flyaways down without weighing the hair down or leaving it feeling crispy - perfect.

Trevor Sorbie Tease Comb - £4.79

I have long hair that gets tangled easy and lacks volume so a comb is a must. I'd love to have a brush in my essentials bag but unfortunately, one won't fit. This comb is compact and does a good job at backcombing my hair throughout the day. It takes a while to get the knots out of my hair but I can cope with that.

Fake Bake Bronzing Powder Brush* - £10.00

Like I've mentioned, I don't top up make up throughout the day but I do take a face powder and brush with me to eliminate any shine that manages it sneak its way onto my face. I love this bronzing brush as it comes with its own carry case so it doesn't get dirty in the bag. My face powder of choice is the No7 Crème Touch Face Powder - £8.50 basically because I need to use it up. It isn't my favourite but it does eliminate shine and add a teeny bit more coverage.

Dirty Works Emery Board and Case* - £2.99

My nails are pretty brittle which means that unfortunately, they break easily. This tends to happen when I'm out and about and for me, there's nothing worse than an uneven nail - they just look so awful and it makes me want to bite them even more, disaster! So I carry this nail file around with me for emergencies. I also love the fact that it comes with its own carry case.

Compeed Heel Blister Plasters* - £5.99

I suffer from blisters badly regardless of if I've been wearing heels or new shoes. I recently went on a Twitter rant about blister plasters as I've always used and bought Compeed ones which are quite expensive. I picked some up from Wilkinsons the other week and they were an absolute bargain at £1.35. However, they aren't the same as my trusty Compeed ones. The Wilkinsons ones were essential plasters but bigger and they needed changing everyday. Compeed Blister Plasters last forever and they won't remove themselves until the blister has heeled itself and disappeared. A complete must have.

Disney Princess Lip Smacker in Snow White* - £3.00

An essential bag wouldn't be an essential bag without lip balm and this is my current one of choice. It nourishes the lips, adds a bit of a sheen and tint and smells and tastes delicious.

Swiss Army Knife Victorinox travel spray holder*

This was a limited edition item that  PR company sent me and I absolutely love it. Not only is it pretty but it's also convienient and I use it to top up my perfume all the time.

Other essentials: a mirror, hair band & grips

Of course! My mirror is a Hannah Montana one that I've had forever, my hair band is from Primark and my grips are from Boots. Definite essentials.

What essentials do you carry around with you on a day-to-day basis?
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FAVOURITE: Face Masks

There's nothing like giving your skin a little pamper every now and then. I tend to do this twice a week when I'm feeling a little bit stressed out and it's showing in my skin. I have a variety of face masks that all do different things. My skin is combination which means that at times it can be really oily and other times it can be extremely dry. So I like a mixture of face masks that I can quickly grab depending on my skin needs.

Superfacialist Tea Flower Pore Purifying Clay Mask* £8.99

This is probably my least favourite mask out of them all. Not because it's bad; it's not. But just because I have so many clay masks and they all tend to do the same thing. They draw impurities out of the pores, refine the pores, clear the skin of dirt and excessive oils and help with breakouts. The reason that this one is different though is because it contains avocado oil rich in Vitamins A, D and E with Acacia Honey which means that this face mask doesn't leave the skin feeling tight and dry afterwards. It balances my combination skin perfectly leaving me shine-free but nourished.

Trilogy Purifying Masque* £18.50

This is another clay mask. It contains Witch Hazel which clarifies, tones and helps to banish blemishes. This mask also contains Rose Geranium oil to soothe the skin and certified organic Rosehip oil to nourish the skin so like the mask mentioned about, it also balances and moisturises the skin at the same time as purifying and clarifying it.

Dirty Works Vitamin C Face Mask* £4.99

This is a wonder mask. It's an exfoliating mask that smells like oranges. What's not to love? It contains Vitamin C and superfruit extracts of Pomegranate and Goji which all work together to clean away dirt and pollutants from the surface of the skin. After I've washed this off, my skin looks fresher, cleaner and brighter. I'd compare it to the Liz Earle Brightening Treatment Mask but for a third of the price. They're not the same consistency - the Liz Earle isn't exfoliating - but the end results are exactly the same.

Superfacialist Neroli Lifting Treatment Mask* £10.99

If you follow me on Twitter then you'll know that yesterday I posted a picture of a reaction I'd had to this face mask. I'd just like to say that my skin just ended up red for a little while. It didn't irritate my skin in anyway whatsoever and this is one of my favourite face masks. It's deeply hydrating and contains Hyaluronic Acid which is known for its ability to retain water and stimulate collagen. The consistency of this mask is strange - it's a gel formula. After I've washed this off my skin is left glowing with radiance and it looks and feels healthy.

Superfacialist Rose Intense Moisture Mask* £8.99

If you know me then you'll know that I hate the smell of rose. However, the rose in this mask is subtle and I really like it. When my skin reacted badly to the Dior serum, I used this and the Rose Cleanser to calm my skin down. Whenever I break out, my skin ends up being really painful. And when I reacted my skin was so bad that I couldn't lie down. This calmed my skin and whenever my skin was feeling really painful, I'd apply this and it'd be soothed instantly. It contains White Willow extract which enhances skin cell turnover, Vitamin E and Urea with soothing Marshmallow extract which hydrates, plumps and replenishes skin.

So as you can see, I'm obsessed with the Superfacialist range. It's quickly becoming one of my favourite skin care brands. I'd also love to try out some acid face masks so leave me your recommendations in the comments if you have any. What are your favourite face masks?

xxx

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CHRISTMAS: Dirty Works

I don't know about you but I'm feel super Christmassy today! Dirty Works is a brand that has featured on my blog on numerous occasions. The reason I love this brand so much is because the packaging is super cute, the products are great quality and they smell amazing and finally, it's so cheap!

The first giftset that I have to show you is The Best of Dirty Works* which was originally on sale for £8.00 however, you can now get it for just £5.33! The hatbox that the set comes in is very sturdy and as it looks very cute, it can be used for storage after you've finished with the products. Inside, you get a body wash, a body scrub, a body lotion and a sponge. All for just £5.33. It looks so much more expensive than it actually is and the products are all great quality. The smell reminds me of the classic Soap & Glory smell and the packaging reminds me of that as well. In fact, when my sister saw this giftset she said "oh you love Soap & Glory don't you?!" I think this is a great giftset for pretty much any female out there.

My other picks out of the Dirty Works giftsets would be the Get Gorgeous Pamper Bag which was originally on sale for £12.00 but now, you can get it for just £7.99! This comes with a beautiful carry bag, a body scrub, a body butter and a sponge. The Scentsational Fragranced Spritzers which were originally on sale for £6.00 but now you can get them for just £3.99! This set comes with 3x 10ml fragrance sprays that are perfect for keeping in your bag. And finally, the Heavenly Hands Manicure Bag which was originally £5.00 but now it's just £3.33. This set comes with a multi-sided Buffer and Cuticle Pusher plus a hand cream. All great for keeping your nails in tip-top condition!

You can find more of the Dirty Works giftsets and the rest of the range here.

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xxx

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How I... Look After My Nails

I've recently started looking after my nails quite a lot. Before this routine, I pretty much just used to apply nail polish and that's it. And that's probably why my nail polish always applied gloopy and not nice. 

I start off by cutting my nails if they need cutting. My nails don't really grow that long but if they ever do then I'll use the Dirty Works Finger Nail Clipper* - £2.49. I then go on to filing my nails down. I'll either use the Dirty Works Printed Emery Board & Case* - £2.99 or the Anatomicals Nail File - £2.00. Both are great nail files are get the job done quickly but without breaking the nails and damaging them. The Dirty Works one is also great for travelling as it comes in its own case. I then use my No7 Nourishing Nail & Cuticle Care - £7.00 to soften my cuticle before pushing them back using the Boots Essentials Manicure Sticks - £1.00. The No7 Cuticle Care is something that I recently bought using the No7 £5 vouchers and it's such a lovely product. It does a great job of softening them and looking after them. If I need to trim any cuticles on the side of my nails then I'll use the Dirty Works Cuticle Trimmer* - £6.99 as it's really gentle, quick and easy. I'll then use the Dirty Works 4 Sided Nail Buffer Block* - £2.99 to make my nails look smooth and get them ready for applying nail polish. And finally, I'll use the Natural Collection Nail Colour in Clear - £1.89 as a base coat and a top coat as well.

 These are my nails. They aren't the most beautiful looking and that's one of the main reasons that I always use nail polish - to cover up them up. They're prone to breaking and they're very brittle but this routine that I do is pretty gentle and I've noticed an improvement in my nails since doing it. I'm hoping to invest in a base coat that strengthens the nails but I just can't bring myself to do it in case they don't work - it's weird how I'll always invest in skin care but not in my nails. So if you have any recommendations, please let me know!

And finally, I store all of my nail accessories in the Dirty Works Cosmetic Bag* - £4.99. It's a very nice bag that's just the right size. It's also great as you can just wipe it clean if it gets dirty.
How do you look after your nails?
xxx
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SKINCARE ROUTINE: Face Masks

First of all I'd like to apologise for the picture of the face scrub in this picture. There's an extra's post coming soon and I got the face mask and face scrub mixed up.

Dirty Works Belle of the Ball Face Mask* - £3.32
This face mask is a clay mask which draws impurities out of the skin and also helps to minimise my pores. It smells incredible and doesn't dry the skin out at all which I love. It's a really great quick fix for pores and I use this before going out on nights on so my make up applies flawlessly.

Liz Earle Deep Cleansing Mask* - £14.00
This is just like the Dirty Works face mask except it's a lot thinner and less drying. It's definitely a luxurious product which leaves skin feeling beautiful and looker brighter and clearer. This also reminds me of the sweet cola bottles which is cool because it takes me back to my childhood. 

Liz Earle Intensive Nourishing Treatment Mask* - £14.25
Sometimes my skin gets dry so I use this whenever I need to add moisture back into my skin. Also, my spots sometimes hurt and this really nourishes and soothes them down. It's recommended for more normal/dry skin but it works wonderfully on my oily skin too and balances it great.

Boots Tea Tree & Witchhazel Peel Off Face Mask - £2.99
This is just a standard peel off face mask that combats shine, enlarged pores and blemishes without drying the skin out.

xxx

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SKINCARE ROUTINE: Extras

I must first of all apologise for the picture of the face mask. I've also wrote about face mask where there was a picture of a face scrub instead. I just got them mixed up!

Dirty Works Pore-Fect Face Scrub* - £3.32

This is the only face scrub that I use really. I have a lot that I'll sometimes use but this is the one that I always go back to. Mainly because it's very gentle but also has a nice cooling effect on the skin. I'll use this about 2-3 times a week before applying a face mask or face tanning and the best thing about it is that it's really great at making my pores appear smaller and reduced.

Boots Essentials Cleansing Wipes - £1.49

These are my go-to cleansing wipes as they're really soft and remove make up very well for make up wipes. They're very refreshing and don't strip the skin and pretty cheap too. I don't use make up wipes often; only when I'm removing heavy eye make up or when I've come in from a night out and the last thing I want to do is spend time cleansing my skin.

Pan Oxyl 10 Aquagel - £3.83

My saviour! I absolute love this and it's the only spot treatment I'll ever use. This one is more gentle than the acnegel and it's great way to reducing the size of spots. If I have a breakout I'll apply this and within 2 days it will be completely gone. I use this on a breakout just once a day as if you use it more than once your skin can become quite dry. If you'd like to find out more about this then you can read my full review here.

Renouve Anti-Aging Every Day Defense* - £22.00

This may seem like a strange product to include in a skincare routine as it's a hand cream/sanitiser but I will always use this before touching my face to make sure that my hands are clean and free of germs. It's very moisturising and sinks into the skin lovely and leaves them looking glowing, smooth and more healthier.

xxx

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My Must-Have Summer Products!

With the sun shining beautifully down on England today I thought that today is the perfect day to show you my summer must-have products! If you click on the product names then you can see some past posts where I've mentioned these products. Some of them are full reviews and even have swatches!

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Jurlique Rosewater Balancing Mist* This mist is perfect for taking in my handbag on long days out. It really refreshes the skin and also balances it out. In summer, I tend to get very oily skin and this keeps it shine free throughout the day.

Wilko Suncare Facial Sun Cream SPF 15* My skin is very fair and I burn exceptionally easily. I've been loving this sun cream for the face so far as it isn't greasy and sinks instantly into the skin. I apply it after my moisturiser and before make up and it keeps me protected throughout the day.

Liz Earle Sheer Skin Tint SPF 15* In summer, I never want a full face of make up so when my skin is looking half decent, I turn to this skin tint. It provides sheer/medium coverage that can be built up and it doesn't cake the skin. It's really lovely and even lasts throughout the day.

Britney Spears Fantasy Perfume A beautiful, girly perfume that lasts throughout the day and makes me smell really sweet! I love this for summer.

ProActiv Daily Oil Control* Like I previously said, my skin is very oily in summer so I use this daily oil control cream with my foundation and it ensures that my skin doesn't look greasy. I also don't like powdering in summer so this and the balancing mist work great together to keep shine at bay.

Wilko Suncare Scalp Protector SPF 15* My hair is very delicate and in the summer, it falls out and breaks even more. I've started using this scalp protector to make sure my scalp and hair doesn't burn and so far, it's doing a lovely job!

No7 Stay Perfect Nail Colour in Me! Me! Me! A really bright in-your-face pink that is perfect for summer. When I'm wearing this, I just feel happy and ready for summer!

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Boots Extracts Brazil Nut Body Butter This body butter smells beautiful and it lingers on the skin throughout the day aswell. It smells just like summer and reminds me of sun tan lotion. It's also wonderful for keeping skin soft and supple which is a must have for when you have your legs out in summer!

JML Ped Egg* In summer, I always wear sandals so I use the Ped Egg daily to make sure that my feet are in tip-top condition. It buffs away dead skin and reveals smooth skin without causing any pain. It also collects all the dead skin inside the egg so it doesn't get everywhere.

Vaseline Sun Protection SPF15 Of course, the lips need protecting in the summer and this one is lovely. It's just like the other Vaseline's and it keeps the lips feeling soft.

He-Shi Fusion Multi Bronze* I don't tan very easily so I use this bronzer on my cheekbones to give me a lovely, healthy glow. It's a really pretty colour that adds a little bit of shimmer and doesn't have a hint of orange inside it.

Lancome Juicy Tubes in Fraise This lipgloss is wonderful in summer. It's not too bright but it adds a nice shimmery colour to the lips that's an instant perk-me-up. It's also not sticky so you don't have to worry about getting your hair in your lipgloss.

Nivea Glamorous Gloss in Natural This lipgloss is wonderful for moisturising the lips and keeping them glossy. I also have a few matte lipsticks that for in winter are lovely but in summer, I want a bit of gloss so I use this as it's a clear colour.

And finally of course, you want your nails to look beautiful and tidy in the summer so I use the Dirty Works Cuticle Trimmer* to get rid of any nasty, unwanted cuticles. I was a bit worried about using this at first in case it hurts but it's completely pain free. I then use the Dirty Works Fingernail Clipper* to cut my nails down so they're not too long. I don't like long nails as I find it hard to type and text. I also use the Dirty Works 4 Sided Buffer Block* to file and shine my nails. It ensures that nail polish applies lovely and it makes sure that it doesn't go on streaky. It's also great for when you don't want to wear any nail polish as it buffs away any ridges. 

What are your must-have summer products? Have you tried any of the above?

xxx

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Helping Blemished Skin: Part Five - My Skincare Routine & Favourites (Extras)

I'm sad to say that this will be my last post in my Blemished Skin Series! I've really enjoyed writing this series as blemished skin is a subject that is 'close to my heart.' I hope that you've found it useful in one way or another and do let me know if you have! This is the second part of my Skin Care Routine & Favourites and you can view the first part of it here which includes cleansing, toning and moisturising. This part of the series includes my favourite 'extras.'

Liz Earle Deep Cleansing Mask* To see my full review of this product click here.

Boots Tea Tree & Witch Hazel Peel Off Face Mask. I love peel off masks as they're great for refining the pores and this certainly does the job. It sets pretty quickly, smells fresh and loves skin looking refined and clear. It also mops up any excess oil.

Dirty Works Face Mask* This is a clay mask which is great for drawing impurities from the skin. This sets well and is very easy to remove. After use, my skin feels really soft and my pores are less noticeable. 

Proactiv Refining Mask* To see my full review of this product click here.

Liz Earle Intensive Nourishing Treatment Mask* To see my full review of this product click here.

St Ives Apricot Scrub Blemish Fighting St Ives scrubs are very famous and if you're confused as to why my packaging is different to that on the website it's because they've been repackaged. I love this scrub as it's great at removing dead skin and leaving skin looking brighter and clearer. But not only that, it also removes excess oil and fights blackheads and blemishes.

Dirty Works Face Scrub* This is quite possibly my all time favourite face scrub. It's very minty which refreshes the skin and really wakes it up. It's also wonderful at refining the pores and removing dead skin gently.

Dr Nick Lowe Spot Gel* I use this during the day time as it's strong but also pretty moisturising and doesn't dry the skin out. Whereas at night time I use the Pan Oxyl 10 Acnegel. As well as the Cor soap, this is my #1 must-have for blemished skin. You can only get Pan Oxyl from behind the counters but it's only around the £4.00 mark. I've mentioned it many times on my blog but it's truly a life saver. Once again, spot size will be reduced within a few hours and normally the spots have gone by the next day. The only problem with this spot treatment is that when you first start using it, it's very drying. My skin was an absolute mess but luckily, I continued using the product and discovered it's magical properties! There are different strengths and I recommend starting off on a low one and working your way up to the perfect strength for you.

xxx

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Helping Blemished Skin: Part Two - Getting Into Routine

Here is part one of my Helping Blemished Skin series. In case you've just stumbled across my blog, here is my introduction post so you can find out more about this series.

A skincare routine is essential for healthy looking skin and without one, it's very rare that your skin will be clear. There are three (sometimes two depending on your preferences) essential steps to a skin care routine with a few extra add ons depending on your skins needs. I'd just like to say now that I'm not a dermatologist and I've never been trained in skin care. What I know is from my own experiences and what I say may not necessarily work for your skin as every skin type is different. When I'm explaining some of these steps, it may seem like I'm talking to you like a child but I thought I might as well go right back to the basics! The products featured in the pictures are my favourite products and I'll be going into more detail about each one of them in the my skin care routine post.

Step 1 - Cleansing

Cleansing the skin is so important for everything, not just people with blemished skin. In the morning it refreshes your skin and removes all the dirt that has crept into your pores overnight and at night, it removes your days make up to prevent your pores from clogging up and causing breakouts. The face washes above are my favourite and when it comes down to telling you about my skin care routine, I'll go into more detail about these items. But as you can see, 2 out of the 5 items are foaming cleansers and these are said to be the best for blemished skin. I don't understand why and I believe that any form of face wash can work. The Cor soap is actually a soap and soaps aren't exactly highly recommended for the skin but this soap is a miracle worker and like a normal soap, it doesn't dry the skin out.

Step 2 - Toning

It's arguable whether or not toning is an important step in your skin care routine. I personally do tone and that's mainly because I like the feel of it. It leaves a tingling sensation on your skin and you removes any excess make up or dirt that your cleanser may have missed. Be careful when choosing a toner though as some contain a lot of alcohol that strips the skin and makes your skin a dry mess.

Step 3 - Moisturising

Possibly the most important step in every skin care routine. Moisturising provides an excellent base for make up and balances the skin out. What I've come to notice with blemished skin is that using a moisturiser aimed at blemished skin isn't necessarily that good as they tend to strip the skin of its natural moisture and once again, leave it a dry mess. If you do have blemished skin, I'd say go for a moisturiser aimed at combination skin as this will prevent your skin from shining whilst retaining its moisture. It'll also not block up the pores and therefore won't allow breakouts. Unless of course you have very oily skin then go for a mattifying moisturiser. My favourite moisturisers also includes a No7 night cream; I believe it's important to have a separate night moisturiser as your skin is completely different whilst sleeping.

Step 4 - Exfoliating

I generally exfoliate two times a week and I do this to remove the dead skin cells from my skin. It's important for people with blemished skin to exfoliate in order to unblock the pores and prevent further breakouts. Another reason I exfoliate is because I do have skin scarring which my blemishes have left.. exfoliating regularly will eventually get rid of these. They do tend to go after a few years but there's no harm in speeding up the process is there?!

Step 5 - Face Masks

I absolutely love using face masks! I use them around 2-3 times a week and depending on how my skin feels depends on the type of face mask I'll use. I either use a peel off face mask, a clay mask or a nourishing mask. A peel off ones is one that applies clear, dries and then you peel it off (the clue is in the name). After this, all the impurities have been drawn out of your skin and you're left with refined pores and clear skin. A clay mask is similar except from it's basically clay that you apply to your face, leave to set and then wash off. It helps to close the pores up and it leaves your skin feeling super soft. And finally, I'll use a nourishing mask whenever I have an active breakout and this is because my breakouts are painful most of the time and these help to nurture the breakout.

Step 6 - Speciality Products

By speciality products I mean spot treatments. These are important in your skin care routine but finding one that works for you is definitely a challenge. Spot treatments are wonderful as they're concentrated and really help to clear up active breakouts. You apply them straight to the spot once or twice a day and the spot is generally reduced within 5 hours and gone within 3 days.

What does your skin care routine consist of?

xxx

University Survival Kit!

Batiste Dry Shampoo in Blush - Dry Shampoo is a must-have at university because you will mainly have late nights and early mornings. So if you have to be up early and you wake up late but you don't have time to wash your hair, dry shampoo is a life saver. Also, if you're like me and your hair is often flat, dry shampoo will inject so much volume into your roots.

John Frieda Root Awakening - Hairspray is very important as it will hold your style which is perfect for bad weather! I love this hairspray because it adds volume to the hair and holds the style all day.

TRESemme Split Remedy Split Mend & Protect Leave in Treatment - My hair requires a lot of looking after and this leave in treatment is incredible. It helps seal the hair and fix and prevent any split ends. 

Liz Earle Foot Repair Moisturiser - If you're at university and you love to party then a decent foot moisturiser is a definite must-have. After a night out, my feet are a wreck and I just slaver this all over my feet, leave it to soak in and my feet feel refreshed, soft lovely! 

Liz Earle Foot Spritzer - Same goes for this foot spritzer. It eliminates odour and gives the feet a lovely boost.

Impulse Goddess Body Spray - I adore body sprays and at the moment, this one is my favourite. It smells all citrusy and is perfect for quickly spraying before going anywhere.

Murine Bright & Moist Eyes - A lot of late nights take their toll on you and if you don't want to arrive at a lecture looking half-dead, eye drops are perfect for you. I love these ones because they brighten the eyes as well as moisturising them. They're all really easy to apply and have lasted me a long time. 

Soap & Glory The Righteous Butter - When you're going out, there is nothing worse than scaly legs. The Righteous Butter by Soap & Glory is wonderful as it's not only moisturising but it smells gorgeous too!

Dirty Works Pore-fect Face Scrub - Another problem with going out a lot and staying up late is that your skin will probably end up looking dull. This face scrub gets rid of dead skin cells and wakens the skin up. 

Dirty Works Belle of the Ball Face Mask - The same goes for this face mask. You leave it on for 5 minutes whilst it sets and when you wipe it away, your skin will be very radiant and lovely!

Soap & Glory Flake Away - When it gets to winter and your skin starts drying out, there is literally nothing better than this body scrub. It's vigorous but not too vigorous, it smells beautiful and it's also perfect for applying before fake tan.

Johnson's Baby Bedtime Cream - I sometimes struggle to sleep and I apply this moisturising before going to bed. I wake up with soft skin and also the smell helps me get a decent nights sleep. 

Keromask Camouflage Cream - Full coverage foundation is wonderful for when you're taking pictures on a night out/your skin isn't perfect. This is my favourite foundation at the moment as it's the fullest coverage you will get. It's designed to cover up scars and tattoos. It lasts throughout the day/night and is easy to blend.

Diego Dalla Palma Make Up Fixer - Holds make up in place all day and all night. There's nothing more to say except that it's wonderful.

Rimmel Fix & Perfect Primer - Primers are also a great product to keep handy. This one minimises pores, makes make up last all day, brightens the skin and mattifies it.

Blistex Lip Conditioner - Especially in winter months your lips will take a battering. I adore this lip conditioner as it tastes nice and really softens the lips. It's also perfect for throwing in your bag.

Corn Silk Semi-Matt Pressed Powder - I love love love this face powder. When you're up all day and out all night, there's nothing worse than a shiny face. This semi-matt powder ensures your skin looks radiant without looking greasy.

What are your favourite products for nights out etc?

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Current Favourites

I'm so sorry that it's been a while since I've blogged. I don't even have an excuse for you. I guess I just haven't been feeling inspired. But I'm back! I thought I'd do a current favourites post because I always love knowing what people are currently loving and I hope you do too! - I wrote this at the time of writing this post which was last weekend.. However since then, Blogger has been playing up. It's now working fine thank god!

TRESemme Freeze Hold Hairspray

Don't be fooled by the 'freeze hold' part - it doesn't look so prominent in your hair. I spritz a bit of this on before I leave the house and my hair doesn't move for the rest of the day; and like I said before, it's barely noticeable.

Herbal Essences Beautiful Ends Split End Protection Cream

I'm still using and loving this. I can't see me ever abandoning this product to be honest. Because I don't get my hair cut, split ends always appear in my hair however this cream seals them and keeps my hair looking healthy - It also helps my hair grow long.

VO5 Volumising Spray
Just like every other Volumising spray this lifts the roots of the hair and adds a nice amount of volume. It’s also has added heat protection and it doesn’t make my hair look or feel greasy.

Urban Fudge Straight Hair Stuff
This is a straightening mist with heat protection. I've really been loving Urban Fudge's products lately; the orange bottles really entice me in and this one doesn't let me down. It protects hair for heat damage up to 230 degrees (perfect for my 200 degrees GHDs) and because of this, my hair looks very healthy. I used to use the TRESemme heat protection but of course, I like to experiment. I do love them both as they both do an incredible job but I find myself reaching for this more before of the bottle colour. It leaves hair smooth, protected and smelling gorgeous!
Dirty Works Soak It Up Body Moisture Spray
I've always stayed clear of body oils as such mainly because my skin is combination and my hair gets oily quickly. But with this, I thought I'd give it a try. It smells really beautiful and if you've tried Soap & Glory's Flake Away then this is exactly what it smells like. It absorbs easily and leaves my skin feeling nourished, moisturised and smell beautiful. With it being an oil, it also allows my skin to glow which is why I mainly use it on my legs. There's nothing like glowing skin in the summer. I use this daily after I've bathed and/or before I got out anywhere.

Miss Guided nail polish in Misstique
I mentioned this in my summer series nail polish post that you can view here (it includes a swatch)! I'm still loving it.. the colour and formula is wonderful.

Avon Lotus Shield
Yes I’m still in love with this. It fights everyday wear and tear and doesn’t allow humidity to effect my hair. It leaves hair sleek, soft and in the exact same style that you left the house with. I couldn’t be without this.

Barry M Lipglosses
I adore Barry M lipglosses. They're cheap, tasty, well pigmented and last a while on the lips. I couldn't be without them!

Liz Earle Line Smoothing Serum
I use this under my moisturiser before make up and it does an incredible job at making my face look plumped up, smooth and healthy. It's mainly aimed at mature/dry skin but I don't have any and it still works a treat. My skin is combination and this done a very good job at balancing it out and creating a lovely base for make up.. I find that after using this, make up just glides onto my skin and there is no patchyness. If you have very oily skin then I'd recommend using this as a moisturiser on its own as it really is a perfect base for make up. If you have dry skin, this is a wonderful serum that will give your dry skin a boost and smooth over your dry areas. Or if you're like me with normal/combination skin, this is a perfect base for make up that will balance your skin. It's incredibly versitile and my must have serum.

Good Things Stop That Spot
My skin has been terrible recently and this product has really cleared it up. It's not like every other spot treatment that you've come across.. It smells like fruit! No nasty chemical smell. A gorgeous berry smell that smells divine. It also is moisturising and glides over the skin without stingy any infected areas. I was very surprised when I started using this; it's nothing like a spot treatment gel yet it works just as well!

Soap & Glory The Breakfast Scrub
Smells like oats and well, breakfast and removes dead skin cells leaving beautifully smelling and looking soft skin. If you don't have this, you need it. It's my favourite body scrub. And I can't see that changing!
 
What products are you currently loving?
xxx

SUMMER SERIES: Pt 4 - Moisturisers

Hello & welcome to part 4 of my summer series! I thought that I'd talk about my favourite body moisturisers for summer this week! I love moisturisers; there's nothing like having beautifully soft, gorgeous smelling skin.

I don't have dry skin on my body - I'd say it's pretty normal. However, when it comes to summer I love coconut, warm scents that remind me of being on holiday. And typically, these scents are for dry skin. So I look for moisturisers that sink into the skin quickly, leave the skin feeling soft and of course, smelling beautiful! 

Dirty Works Coconut Caress Body Butter

This is described as being 'the perfect cocktail' and I agree! I've reviewed a few Dirty Works products before and I must say, they're incredible. For a brand that you purchase from Sainsburys, I didn't have high expectations really but they surpass them. This body butter in particular has a beautiful, coconut scent that takes me right back to being on holiday. The light moisturiser quickly sinks into the skin and coats it in a lovely layer that ensures skin stays moisturised all day long. The packaging is also amazing and reminds me of Soap and Glory - it's very quirky and definitely fits in with the tub. The price is also very nice; a 300ml tub would cost you just £4.99. You can check out the full brand range here.

Boots Extracts Fairtrade Cocoa Butter Body Butter

I absolutely adore this! It's of a more thicker consistency than the Dirty Works one but it still sinks into the skin well. It has a more chocolatey smell than the Dirty Works one and it really makes me want to eat it up! But of course I can't. So instead I smother my body with this and it envelopes my skin with a gorgeous smell that lasts throughout the day. The skin is definitely left moisturised and like I said, it sinks in quickly and lasts a long time. I'd definitely recommend this for more drier skin types. You can find more information about this product here.

Ministry Of Waxing Ice Cream Cooling Lotion

Now this is a must have for summer! This lotion cools your skin after waxing and of course there's going to be a lot of waxing throughout the summer months as you want to ensure your skin is kept hair free. However if you don't wax, this product is wonderful for shaving or any type of hair removal. This lotion eases burning sensations and also keeps the skin hydrated so it stays soft and silky throughout summer. It is scentless but of course, on a product like this you don't really want a scent. It can also be used on sunburn, hair removal, insect bites, spots and eczema! So like I said, this is definitely a must have for summer. I keep it in my bag at all times. And a little tip for you all - pop it in the fridge for an extra cooling sensation! You can find out more about this product here. 

These are my favourite summer moisturising products.. But what are yours? I'd love to know so leave me a comment or tweet me @bamboozlebeauty!

Also, don't forget to join in the bbloggers chat tonight on Twitter at 8pm!

xxx

SUMMER SERIES: Pt 3 - Shimmer/Glowy Products

When the sun starts shining we want to ensure that our skin looks beautiful, glowy and alive right? Well in this weeks Summer Series, I'll be showing you my favourite products to do just that!

 If you read my blog often then you'll know that I'm in love with lip products - and this is no exception! It smells of that classic Liz Earle smell and taste's gorgeous too. Just like the Superbalm, this really moisturises the lips and ensures that they're smooth except it has a hint of colour! It has a pink shimmer running throughout it and a sort of iridescent blue shine aswell. It's absolutely gorgeous! It also looks beautiful over lipstick & I've been using it over my MAC Kinda Sexy lipstick which takes the matte finish to a lovely sheen finish. I'd highly highly recommend the Sheer Pink Lip Shimmer not just for the summer, but forever! 

L-R He Shi Fusion Multi Bronze, Accessorize Merged Blush in Pretty Pink, Liz Earle Sheer Pink Lip Shimmer

Click on the links to take you to the reviews of these products. The He Shi bronzer is perfect for summer, it adds a tan to your skin whilst also subtly highlighting it. As for the Accessorize Merged Blush? I'd highly recommend getting one of these if you haven't already - they're perfect for highlighting/adding colour.

 I am in love with Liz Earle's Sheer Gold Shimmer. This can be used anywhere on your body (within reason of course) and it just adds the most beautiful, natural looking glow! I use this on my cheekbones and it really emphasises them without adding chunky glitter and looking tacky. Another Liz Earle product that I'd highly, highly recommend! 

L-R Nivea Lip Shine in Natural, Two Body Shop Glitters

The Nivea lipshine is something that I received in a giftset off of my sister for Christmas and it really is something that everyone should have in their make up bags. If you're using a matte lipstick, this immediately makes it look shiny and adds dimension. It's also lovely to use over normal lipsticks incase you want an extra glow.

As for the TBS Glitters, I'm not sure if they do them anymore but you can usually find them around Christmas time/sales. They're really great for adding a dab of glitter in case you have a party. And they're cheap!

 

This is from Sainsbury's bodycare range and you can see some other products of theirs that I tried out here. This smells absolutely incredible! On the powder puff, the glitter looks very chunky and like it's going to look tacky. But as you can see from the swatch, it doesn't. It adds a lovely subtle glow for the skin and I've even been using it on my cheekbones to lightly highlight.

I adore all of these products and if you're like me and love a glow when it comes to summer then I highly recommend you checking a few out!

Has anyone tried any of these? Any other recommendations or just comments/questions? Let me know!

xxx