Monday 22 October 2012

My Computer Broke!

Hiya!

So as some of you may have noticed I haven't blogged in a little while. That is because disaster struck in my life! Yes, that's right, my computer broke! It was very annoying as I couldn't do any of my coursework and not only that but I couldn't blog!
But luckily it has been replaced with a lovely new computer, so I can keep blogging. Hurray!

This was just a memo to let you all know, but I have posts coming soon! I have two hauls to write about, and I might do some reviews on products, but also books, film, and television.

Will post very soon
Mary






Wednesday 3 October 2012

Live Healthy Feel Happy

Hiya!

As I mentioned in my last post, I have felt a little down recently, but I have decided to change that. We only have one life, so I guess it is important that I make the most of it. Whatever it is I'm not happy with, I am going to try and change it. So this is my campaign for me, to try live healthier and hopefully that will make me feel happier! Hence the post title.

Step one of this new motto, was to tackle my skin. Recently it hasn't been looking so good, so I have started getting into a new skincare routine every morning. I hate having spots, but luckily this is helping...

Simple make really amazing products. They are a popular brand, and it is no wonder why. The products are easy on the skin, making it softer as well. So first off, I wipe my face with a 'Simple Spotless Skin Quick fix Cleansing Wipe.' I do this because it gets rid of excess make up and generally makes you feel fresher.

The three products above (from left to right) are 'Tea Tree Skin Clearing Foaming Cleanser' from The BodyShop, 'Seaweed Clarifying Toner' from The BodyShop and 'Neutrogena Visibly Clear oil-free Moisturiser'.

After using the wipes, I splash my face with warm water. Then use the cleanser. As the picture of my hand shows, the cleanser comes out as a foam. I apply this to my hands then rub all around my face, until it is mostly rubbed in, then leave for a minute or so. It smells very leafy, which might not appeal to all, but it is actually a really nice product. Then I wash this off with warm water. Next using the toner, I dribble it onto some cotton wool pads, or tissue, and apply to face, by stroking the pad in an upward motion. This is a pretty big bottle, and as you can see even though I have used it a few times, I have loads left! After that I apply some moisturiser to my face. The Neutrogena moisturiser should get rid of spots, however it doesn't completely, but it does still help and is a worthwhile product.

However, the only problem with using moisturiser is that it leaves your skin looking slightly shiny. So to stop that I use 'Dream Matte Powder' by Maybelline. It comes with a fold out mirror and pad. I bought this because I had heard rave reviews over it on the internet, and it was worth the buy! I don't like to wear foundation all the time, so instead I use this to powder my face!

What products do you like? Feel free to leave a comment!

Mary

Monday 1 October 2012

Ankle Boots Galore

Hiya!

So the weather is miserable and I've also been feeling a tad down for a week now. I feel as if I'm not going through a 'midlife crisis' but a 'teenage crisis'. It's all because I have to choose my A-level options soon, and I feel like the only one who hasn't got a clue what they want to do in their life. But I'm sure the solution will come to me soon!
Since Saturday, to cheer myself up, I have been making a giant wishlist of stuff that I want, and I have to admit the majority of it is clothes. However, I did realise the other day that I have no shoes for winter. All I own are flimsy canvas shoes, pumps and sandals. I started looking online for new shoes, and have come to realise I now have a new obsession with ankle boots. Yes ankle boots. I can't explain it, I just think they go really well with all kinds of outfits and are generally cute.
So here is my wishlist of a few ankle boots that I would love:

From left to right:    River Island -£40 | Topshop -£40 | River Island -£30 |
River Island -£30 | Topshop -£40 | New Look -£40

I realise that the two chelsea boots from River Island are identical but in different colours and patterns, but I have so many outfits they could go with!
With that said I have now decided that the next time I go shopping I'll be picking up some ankle boots for this winter!

Mary

P.S Pinch punch first of the month!