REVIEW: Belvia Shapewear

I've spoken about the Belvia Bra before and even now, I still find myself reaching for it daily as it's so comfortable. And new to their range is the Belvia Shapewear. I've been trying this out for a while now and I've tried it out in many different 'conditions' and finally, I'm ready to tell you my thoughts!

 There are three different products available in the Belvia Shapewear range. The Belvia Shapewear Top (£14.99),* the Belvia Shapewear Slimming Briefs (£14.99)* and the Belvia Shapewear Bodysuit (£19.99). The bodysuit targets your waist, hips, stomachs, sides, bottom, back and under your bust. It cuts out around the breast area so you can wear your bra as normal without any bumps at the back. I haven't personally tried this out but I keep looking at it and it's something that I'm definitely thinking about getting. Especially seeing as the other products in the range are so wonderful...

 Belvia Shapewear Slimming Briefs - £14.99*

These briefs target your waist, stomach, bottom, hips and hides and they hide and a conceal bumps and bulges to ensure that you have beautiful, contoured curves. The thing that I love the most about these briefs is that the fabric doesn't roll down like a lot of shapewear products do. Once these are on, they aren't moving until you take them off. Despite this, the material is very breathable and it doesn't grasp your skin so tightly that it's uncomfortable. In fact, I find these very comfortable and for the most part, I don't even notice that I'm wearing them. They're completely discreet underneath clothing and they don't leave any nasty VPL!

Belvia Shapewear Top - £14.99*

The top targets your waist, stomach, hips, back and sides. Once again, like the briefs, this top stays down and doesn't roll up throughout the day. I've tested this top (and the briefs) during exercise, at work, sitting around the house, running everyday errands and still, they do not move. This is also very comfortable and the fabric is breathable. The straps don't dig into the skin and like the briefs, this top goes unnoticeable underneath clothing. I was worried about this top because originally I thought that it would sort of, 'mask down' my chest area and make it look flat and quite bulgy but it didn't at it. It skimmed over it and it also helped to make my chest look 'more pert' which is always a plus!

If I had to choose between the two, I don't think I'd be able to. Mainly because it depends on what type of clothing you wear. In my recent Freshers Week post I was wearing one of these products in every outfit. And as you can see, I wouldn't be able to wear the shapewear top with this outfit as you'd be able to see it over the top of the playsuit. So it does completely depend on what type of clothing you wear.

The items come in sizes Small (UK 10-12), Medium (UK 14-16) and Large (UK 18-20) and mine are in the size small. Each item comes in either black, white or beige. I've found myself wearing these pretty much every single day since receiving them and now, they're just like extra pieces of clothing. They slim you down and they really do create the perfect silhouette whilst still being comfortable. And I can't wait to wear them in Freshers Week! Have you tried this shapewear out before? Will you be doing so?

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

*PR Sample but this doesn't affect my review at all!

What's In My Shower?

I absolutely love these as YouTube videos but as always, I don't think I'll ever be ready to put up with the negativity on YouTube so I'm bringing 'What's In My Shower?' to blogger! Click on the links to either see my full review of the product or find out where to buy the product.

I love having a variety of different shampoos in my shower and the reason for this is that my hair changes its type all the time. Sometimes it'll be dry, other times it'll be flat and sometimes, it'll need reviving. The shampoos I keep in my shower all the time are the TRESemme 24 Hour Body Shampoo as it's great for not weighing the hair down. It adds beautiful volume and also smells fresh. I usually use this before I'm going out at night as it helps hold the volume all night. I also keep the TRESemme Split Remedy Shampoo and Conditioner* and the TRESemme Split Remedy Intense Recovery Masque* in there too. My hair is very fragile and it's constantly breaking. So in between hair cuts, I use this range as it helps to cover up split ends and repair the hair. It's my daily shampoo and conditioning range. I also love the Organix Moroccan Argan Oil Shampoo for when my hair needs shine adding to it. It doesn't weigh the hair down and really adds a beautiful, glossy finish to the hair. I use a lot of product in my hair and I often get nasty product build up in there so the VO5 Revive Me Daily Shampoo is great for pre-washing my hair in order to remove any of the product. And finally, I will always have a Aussie 3 Minute Miracle Luscious Long Deep Treatment in my shower. It's a wonderful treatment mask that leaves hair feeling silky smooth.

I don't keep many face washes in my shower as I prefer washing my face after I've been in the shower so that I can remove any shampoo from the skin. But I do keep the OXY Seaweed Power Clear Pore Exfoliant* in there as it's such a wonderful exfoliator. After using this my skin feels super soft and it's the perfect thing to use before applying face masks. I use this 2-3 times a week and my skin looks clear after using it. When it comes to body washes, I always have a Soap and Glory Clean On Me Shower Cream in my shower as it's my all time favourite body wash. It smells beautiful and leaves skin feeling gorgeous and soft. The scent also lingers on the skin and I use a lot of Soap & Glory products and it's sort of become my 'signature scent.' I also have the Wilko Fruity Berry Shower Smoothie* in there at the minute as I received it at the Wilkinson's event. It smells incredible and also exfoliates the skin at the same time as washing it. My all-time favourite body scrub is the Soap and Glory Pulp Friction Foaming Fruity Body Scrub. A little goes a long way with this scrub and it's great for using before applying fake tan. It also has a lovely smell to it and really scrubs the skin without being too harsh. And finally, I have the JML Shower Feet* stuck in the bottom of my shower. I absolutely love this little product. It's perfect for after I've been on a night out and my feet are killing me. It massages the feet whilst also cleaning them and is great as you don't have to bend down. It sticks firmly to the bottom of the shower and doesn't move so it means you won't slip. There's also a pumice stone attached to the heel which smooths away dry and damaged feet.

I also have a lot more products in my drawers next to my sink but I'll take them into the shower with me. These are just what are in my shower permanently. I also use this shaver in my shower but it's stuck on my wall and therefore I couldn't really take a picture of it. I keep all of the above products (except for the shaver and the JML Shower Feet) in this shower tidy from IKEA which is unbelievable cheap but also very sturdy.
What products do you keep in your shower?
xxx
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Belvia Bra Review

This post isn't something that I'd normally do and it was one that I felt (and still do feel) pretty self conscious about and at first, I wasn't going to show you the bra 'in action.' But I feel like showing is the only way. So the bra that I'm talking about is the Belvia Bra.

If you're a woman then you know how much of a pain it is to choose and bra and if you choose the wrong one, it's extremely painful and unattractive. So Belvia have come up with a new bra without seams, wires and hooks that fits to the curves of the body to create a perfect fit and a smooth shape. All you have to do is choose your top size and it will fit to your shape. Whilst wearing this, I noticed that it's pretty much invisible under the clothes and I never needed to 'adjust' it like I do normal bras. It's also very comfortable and supports the breasts wonderfully. I've even wore it at the gym and it 'worked' there too. The only problem I have with this bra is it's not exactly the most attractive bra out there but of course, it's not there for looks - it's there for comfort.

I'm a big fan of this bra now on JML you can get 4 of them for just £39.99. I'd also just like to point out that the flowers don't come on the bra of course.. it's just pretty see threw! Also, I love the fact that it made me feel a bit Britney-esque 1999.

So let's talk bras..
xxx

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I'm Lovin' It!

Hey guys!

Sorry that I've been absent recently. I've been really busy sorting out university things and also holiday things as next Tuesday, I'm going abroad - really excited! So I thought I'd show you a few products that I'm currently loving.

Skin Wisdom Day Spa Very Enriched Ultra Rich Body Butter [Vanilla & Neroli] - £4.99

This rich body butter is perfect for dry skin sufferers. I've had a bad couple of weeks recently where the skin on my legs and ankles has been pretty dry and this body butter has solved all of my problems. It melts into the skin effortlessly and doesn't take long to completely sink in. It also smells absolutely beautiful - and the scent lingers! The tub is 300ml which is huge for the price!

Denise McAdam Moisture Master Intensive Moisture Masque - £3.50 [Tesco]

If you follow me on Twitter then you'll probably know that when I returned home from camping my hair had suffered badly. It was awfully dry which for me, was a shock considering my hair is usually oily. This hair masque saved my hairs life. You apply it for 2-3 minutes, rinse it off and wella! Perfect hair in an instant. After using this just once, my hair had restored to its natural form and it was full of life and glowing. I now use this 2-3 times a week!

Burt's Bees' Almond Milk Beeswax Hand Cream - £9.99

I love this product so much! It smells gorgeous - like Bakewell Tarts. This handcream also sinks into the hands pretty quickly which makes it perfect for when I'm driving. I do love the packaging.. very vintage and pretty. However, I wish Burt's Bees' did a smaller version that I could keep in the car. Don't worry though, I did decant some into a smaller tub so I always have it. My favourite handcream.

Skin Wisdom Instant Benefits Eye Roll On - £7.00 [Tesco]

I've always found it hard to find the 'perfect' eyecream. My eyes do get small bags under them and sometimes, they're hard to conceal with concealer alone. This eye roll on however works instantly. It cools the eyes and leaves them looking fresh and awake. I wouldn't be without it.

Blistex Raspberry Lemonade Blast - [Superdrug]

 You know I love lip balms right? Well this one is now my all time favourite. It's highly moisturising and gets rid of chapped lips straight away. Yet the best thing about this lip balm is the taste. Oh my, it tastes beautiful. Just like raspberries and lemonade - ha! Amazing. I carry it with me everywhere.

Liz Earle Sheer Skin Tint - £21.00

I reviewed this product here and yes, I'm still loving it. My #1 foundation at the moment!

Jerome Alexander Magic Mineral Powder - £19.99 [Giftset]

This pressed powder really does seem magical. It contains different coloured dots [see picture below] which all merge together to not only mattify the skin but also to conceal.  It brightens the complexion, dulls redness, conceals skin discolouration, camouflages yellow & pallid skin and also covers under and over eye areas. It really is that magically. The compact is pretty big and flimsy but it does contain a huge mirror which is a big bonus!

Collection 2000 Lasting Perfection Concealer - £4.19

I've gone back to my favourite concealer! This concealer is so cheap yet it has full coverage and a lot of pigmentation. It covers everything. My go-to concealer. I cannot praise it enough. Oh and it lasts all day.

Barbara Daly Lash Boost Mascara [Black] - £6.75 [Tesco]

I tweeted about this mascara whilst I was on holiday. I went in the sea and this mascara did not budge. I find that incredible. I honestly couldn't believe it! This mascara lengthens, thickens and curls my lashes and since I've been using it I have noticed that my lashes have become stronger.

Barbara Daly Eye Liner Polish [Dramatic Black] - [Tesco]

I find it really hard to use gel/cream eyeliners however, this one is perfect. It's really pigmented, glides onto the eye area and doesn't move until it's removed. Once again, I can't praise it enough. It's just perfect.

Jerome Alexander Magic Mineral Powder 

 Barbara Daly Eye Liner Polish [Dramatic Black]

Barbara Daly Lash Boost Mascara [Black]

What products have you been loving recently? I'd love to know!

xxx

My Footcare Routine

When it comes to summertime it's especially important to keep your feet looking in tip top condition - especially if you wear sandals a lot.. which I do! I though it'd be interesting to show you what products I use on my feet. I only use 4 and my routine is really simple, quick and keeps my feet looking smooth and feeling soft.

Liz Earle Foot Scrub - £10.45 & Foot Repair Moisturiser - £12.50

I've reviewed both of these products before and you find my reviews  here. I'm still loving both of these foot care products.. they do the job and smell gorgeous at the same time. They've changed the way my feet look and feel!

JML Heeltastic Heel Stick - £12.99

This product doesn't smell very nice at all and normally, I would stop using a product if I didn't like the smell. I know some people that don't mind this smell and some people say it smells lovely so I definitely think it's a personally preference. So don't let me opinion put you off! However, this heel stick is incredible. If you're like me and the skin you get on your heels is really dry then this product is for you! My Liz Earle Foot Moisturiser might be amazing but this heelstick adds even more moisture to the skin and REALLY softens the heels. Infact, after using this once I noticed a big difference in the skin on my heels. This texture is a balm texture and you only need a tiny, tiny amount and because the product is huge, it'll definitely last you a really long time.

PedEgg - £9.99

This is a wonder product.  

As you can see it has two sides to it. On the left is the side you use second in order to smooth the feet and on the right is the side you use to remove dead skin and 'file' the feet. Seriously, this does the job. It isn't painful, it removes dead skin, smooths the feet and best of all, it catches all the dead skin in the egg so you don't get skin all over the floor! I really cannot rate this product enough. It's amazing!

So this is the order I use these products and how often I use them:

1. Liz Eare Foot Scrub; every other day.

2. PedEgg; every other day.

3. JML Heel Tastic; every other day.

4. Liz Earle Foot Repair Moisturiser; once a day.

My feet are now in the best condition that they've ever been in. All 4 of these products work perfectly together to smooth and buff the skin to perfection.

 

What products do you use on your feet? What's your routine like? Do you use any of these products?

xxx