December Birchbox..❤️

This is the best Birchbox i think I've ever had, it came in a really pretty clutch bag rather than a box, which is perfect for Christmas parties! Here is everything i got...

Model Co Colour Essentials Lipstick in Stiletto - Trio with 2 other colours £15.50

 This is such an amazing colour, a classic red. I'm a bit scared of a red lip, i don't think i suit it, so i might give it away to a friend or if I'm feeling brave i might give it a go. I have tried these lipsticks in a different colour before and they really do last! I only had to top it up once all night.

Balance Me Congested Skin Serum - £16 15ml

I'm really excited to try this as I've been getting a lot of break outs lately. This gel has lots of ingredients including lavender, eucalyptus and chamomile which are all great at helping clear your skin. 

Skin & Co Sicilian Body Gel - £15 230ml

This has a lovely citrus scent that is perfect for your morning shower to help wake you up. It has olive oil in it which is great at keeping your skin moisturised in these freezing months!

Roloxin Lift Instant Skin Smoothing Masque - £79 10 Masks

 These masks are apparently like a mini face lift, it works by smoothing irregularities and stretching the skin taut. You apply it to damp skin and leave it on for 7-10 minutes after massaging it in for 10 seconds when it turns to a powdery consistency that's when you wash it off.

 Ciate London Paint Pot - £9 13.5ml (full size)

Ciate is one of my favourite brands, i only ever need 2 coats (1 with glitter shades) and all the colours come out amazing! They don't chip and last even without a top coat! Give them a go!

This is my favourite part!..

Benefit They're Real Push Up Liner - £18.50 (Full Size) 

This is my ultimate favourite eyeliner ever! I have previously written a post about it, you can read it here 

 Benefit Puff Off - £22.50 (Full Size)

I am sooo excited to try this! You can wear it on it's own or under/over makeup. The applicator looks like a little iron, its what you use to smooth the product under your eyes which has a cooling effect! This helps to combat undereye bags!

I hope you enjoy this, all the products mentioned are available from birchbox.co.uk

Ashley ❤️

 

Lush Salted Coconut..❤️

Lush Salted Coconut Hand Scrub - £7.95 130g        

I love keeping my hands in good condition, so anytime I see a new product to try it's mine straight away! I haven't ever tried a hand scrub before this. It is so easy to use, all you do is take a scoop when your hands are wet and scrub, you can also use it on dry hands it will just give you a rougher scrub. It has fine sea salt which works to exfoliate and cleanse the skin and coconut oil which is very gentle and hydrating, the scrub also smells amazing, which is a bonus! I use this and then the Golden Handshake hand mask (£2.95) also from Lush. All you have to do with this is pop it in a bowl big enough for your hands to fit in, pour in hot water (enough to cover the product) and stir until it is melted. You then just pop your hands in the bowl covering them with the hand mask and keep them there for 15 minutes. It has Cupuacu and Murumuru butters in it which are the parts that help to hydrate your hands. It also has Argan oil in it which is great for your skin, especially if you have dry skin! My hands have never felt as amazing and soft as they do after using these!

Ashley..❤️

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Birchbox October 2015...❤️

I haven't done a post about a Birchbox in a while so here's everthing i got in my October one:-)...

PARLOR smoothing blowout spray - £17 for full size

This smells soooo good, just like peaches! It's a 'tonic' to combat frizz, protect against heat damage & makes hair hold a style for longer. You use it on damp hair before blow drying. I cant wait to try this! 

 Rituals foaming shower gel - Indian Rose & Sweet Almond Oil £8.50

You only need the smallest amount and as soon as it hits the water it turns into a foam. It has such a lovely scent that lasts on your skin even after the shower.

When™ Travelmate sheet mask - £25 for a pack of 4

 I can't wait to try this, i love normal face masks but have never tried a sheet one. I'm hoping that this will help my dry skin.

 100% Pure lip glaze - Watermelon £19

This is such a nice subtle colour that is buildable and can be worn anytime. It is made with avocado and cocoa butter to make sure it moisturises & nourishes your lips when worn!

 English Laundry No.7 Scent - £60 for full size

I love English Laundry scents, they are so fresh and sweet and i never have to top up when i'm wearing them as they last all day. I'd never heard of this brand before i got Birchbox but now it's one of my favourites.

Bioderma Sensibio H20 - £10.20 for full size

I'm so excited to try this as i've always wanted to, i normally use Garnier/L'Oreal Micellar waters or Liz Earle Cleanse & Polish to take my make up off so it will be a nice change, especially as it's for sensitive skin:-)

Ashley...❤️

Lush Haul..❤️

I went to Lush Buchanan Street in Glasgow today, it's such a cute little shop. I'd never been to that one before AND they had Christmas & Hallowe'en products in so it was the perfect excuse for me to get some treats:-) Here's what I picked up..

Snow Fairy - 100g £3.95

This was the first thing i seen when i walked into the shop! I picked one up instantly, i was gutted when my last bottle from last year ran out. Snow Fairy is just one of those scents you never get sick of. It smells just like pear drops & candyfloss. What could be better?

The Experimenter - £3.95

I am addicted to this bath bomb! The scent is exactly how a Lush shop smells, is beautiful in the bath, so relaxing and makes your skin really soft. It makes your bath a purple/blue colour with lots & lots of gliter, you need to try this.

Sparkly Pumpkin - £3.65

I didn't get the chance to try this last year so i definitely had to pick one up (especially since it's covered in glitter!) The scent to me, is fruity but also quite spicy. Perfect for a cold halloween night.

Creamy Candy - £2.95

This is one of my all time favourites from Lush. They have changed it a bit since the last time i bought one so i had to try it out. It smells just like Snow Fairy!

Granny Takes a Dip - £3.65

 I was never a fan of the Bath Bomb version of this other than how it looked, but i love this. The scent is very warm and spicy, you can definitely smell the pepper in there. I can't wait to try this!

Lord of Misrule - £3.95

This is my first ever Lord of Misrule bath bomb, i've never really fancied trying it as i didn't think i would like it having never smelt it. I can't wait to have a bath with this after smelling it, i think its quite similar to Granny Takes a Dip as it's a nice warm spicy scent. I have a feeling i will be addicted to this like everyone else seems to be:-)!

Hope you enjoyed..

Thanks for having a wee read..

Happy Birthday to my blog:-)

I can't believe it's already a whole year old!

Ashley x

Benefit They're Real Liner..❤️

Here are my first impressions of Benefit They're Real Push Up Liner:-)

I bought the smaller version to start with as i had heard quite mixed reviews (mostly bad) about it, but i was dying to try it i got it for £9.50 from boots. On the first try i loved it! Nothing else i've tried is like it, I'd describe it as a push up kohl liner with a  flexible rubber applicator that makes it 10 times easier and quicker to apply with the perfect line everytime that lasts all day with no smudges! I'm so excited to try out the new colours (Brown, Blue, Purple & Green) and it's only £18.50 for the larger size! I'd highly recommend it and have no idea at all where the bad reviews come from, i think it's amazing - great value for money! Give it a go:-)

Ashley.. ❤️

Birchbox July 2015❤️

Here is everything that i got in my July Birchbox. This month it was in a little pouch with a zip, perfect to store your beach essentials in on holiday!

POP Beauty eye-shadow trio in Peach Parfait - £15.50

This little eye-shadow trio is the perfect size just to put into your make up bag if you don't want to take a huge palette or lots of individual eye-shadows - the colours are so pretty and are neutral shade so they'll go with anything!

Spa To You 100/180 grit nail file - £2.99

A nail file is always an essential for me in my handbag. I would never use any less than a 180 grit nail file on my natural nails though as i find its too harsh and causes them to snap easier - but every nail file is different, its just finding the right one for you. This one seems good for my nails! (Tip; only file your natural nails in one direction)!

Unani Aloe Vera Gel - £15

Aloe Vera is perfect for sunburn - it soothes the redness and itching and this is completely odorless so you don't have a horrible overwhelming smell when applying!

Soigne Nail Polish in Menthe - £11

I had never heard of this brand before i started getting Birchbox, but i'm so glad i have now. The polishes are such good quality and come in such amazing colours - this one being a perfect summer colour!

Benefit Dream Screen - £25

This is the cutest bottle of sun cream I've ever seen (you get a much bigger size for £25 don't worry)! Apart from that i wish i had the sunny weather to benefit (ha!) from using this! It's SPF 45, matte finish, fast absorbing and promises to keep your skin hydrated - what more could you want?

BioNike Cleansing Water - £12.20

I love trying out new cleansers, so this is perfect! It is particularly good for those of us with sensitive skin as it's fragrance free! The best part is that you don't need any water, all you do is massage it onto your face with your fingers and use cotton pads to remove - which will remove any make up whilst giving your face a good cleanse!

Ashley❤️

Birchbox June 2015❤️!

Here's everything I got in my June Birchbox❤️!

 

This month's Birchbox was in partnership with 'French Sole' who have really pretty shoes, sandals & bags!

 

 REN Instant Firming Beauty Shot | £36 30ml 

I haven't tried this yet but Birchbox describe this as 'a shot of espresso for your complexion'  they also say to apply 2-3 drops to clean skin or that you can pat it on over your make-up, it is supposed to plump the skin, diminish wrinkles, firm and tone the skin.

 

STYLondon Temporary Metallic Tattoos | £7.99 

I don't think i'll use these just as normal temporary tattoos but i will probably cut them up to use as nail art instead! There are 3 different packs you can choose from on the Birchbox website.

 

Penhaligon's Iris Prima | £85 50ml

This smells absolutely amazing, it's got a scent you can't really describe or compare to anything. I definitely would not pay the £85 for it despite how good it is.

 

Mirenesse iCurl Mascara | £24

I love the brush on this mascara, its really curved and i find those easier to use as they can grab more lashes. It lasts all day, keeps the curl in your lashes and doesn't smudge! I have quite sensitive eyes and it doesn't irritate them at all. To remove i just use my Micellar Water, but you are supposed to be able to apply warm water to your lashes and the mascara should then come off in tubes.

Balance Me Super Moisturising Body Wash | £9 200ml

This has been great at getting rid of my dry skin, it really is 'super moisturising'. It has a really light citrusy scent which isn't too strong or overpowering.

 

HIP Ultra Shine Shampoo | £19 200ml

This shampoo smells very minty and refreshing, it would be great first thing in the morning to help wake you up a bit. I haven't tried this yet, but I'm very excited to! 

  

In this month's Birchbox you got a free shoe bag to match the box you picked, i love how pretty and colourful my one is!

Ashley❤️

Benefit Roller Lash❤️

Benefit Roller Lash - £19.50 8.5g (https://m.benefitcosmetics.co.uk/product/view/roller-lash)

As you probably know by now I love trying new mascaras out, so when I seen this I had to! I wasn't really a fan of Benefit's 'They're Real' but I really love Benefit make-up so I was hoping for the best. I am absolutely obsessed with it, I love the fact that I don't have to use eyelash curlers with it as it is literally like you've had rollers in your eyelashes and makes them so curly! To apply, I start at the base of my eyelashes, wiggle and 'roll' the brush around to the top. I then do the same with my bottom lashes. I initially thought the wand was plastic (which I normally hate) but it's more like rubber as its softer and more flexible, it's got a hook like design so that it can grab every lash, which it does! It stays on all day with no smudges (no panda eyes here!) It's also really easy to remove, I just use my micellar water, it comes right off and doesn't leave any on your lashes. I also really like Benefit's 'BADgal lash' mascara, so I'd really recommend them both! I might just have to give 'They're Real' another try! 

Give 'Roller Lash' a go, you won't regret it! 

Ashley❤️

May Favourites 2015❤️!

Here are some things I have been loving and using a lot in May! Hope you enjoy!

The Body Shop Ginger anti dandruff shampoo - £4.50 250ml

                £6.50 400ml

(http://m.thebodyshop.co.uk/h5/products?path=%2Fbath-body-care%2Fhaircare%2Fginger-anti-dandruff-shampoo.aspx&pdp=true)

I go through stages where I can have absolutely no problem with dandruff or the complete opposite and have a really itchy scalp. I don't like using head & shoulders as I've found it strips the colour from my hair, I've tried 'soak & float' from Lush which worked amazing but I really couldn't get over the scent so I tried this. It's worked so well to get rid of my itchy scalp and dandruff, smells amazing and leaves my hair so shiny and soft. I'd highly recommend it, even to people who don't suffer from dandruff!

The Body Shop Vitamin E Aqua Boost Sorbet - £12.00 50ml

(http://m.thebodyshop.co.uk/h5/products?path=%2Fskincare%2Fmoisturisers%2Fvitamin-e-aqua-boost-sorbet.aspx&pdp=true)

I've had really dry skin on my face for a while now and I've been trying everything to help it! I've been using the Yes To Carrots day cream but I like to have a back up to try incase I fancy a change, so I bought this. You can really feel it helping your skin from the first use, it's extremely lightweight and takes almost no time at all to sink into your skin and is very moisturising. It is also a brilliant base for make up!

Laura Mercier Foundation Primer - £29 (http://m.uk.spacenk.com/foundation-primer/MUK113930009.html?start=9&cgid=Laura%20Merc)

I've never used a primer that has actually worked for my skin and that I've loved before, until this! It's a gel formula, blends well into the skin and feels actually quite moisturising. It keeps my make up in place all day whereas normally my make up just disappears off my face (where does it go?!). It applies really well over any moisturiser I'm wearing too! You get a bigger size than the one pictured for £29, my one was a sample from a Birchbox.

Garnier Ultimate Beauty Oil - £8.29 150ml (http://m.boots.com/h5/cat_hub?path=%2Fen%2FGarnier-Ultimate-Beauty-Oil-Skin-Perfector-150ml_1288089%2F&unCountry=uk)

This is my second bottle of this, it is just so amazing and lasts for so long. I put off getting a new bottle for ages then seen it for £2 on offer in Sainsburys! It has 4 oils in it (Almond, Argan, Macadamia & Rose) which all work together to make your skin extremely moisturised and smelling amazing! The best thing about it is that it sinks into your skin really quickly and doesn't leave a horrible oily residue, you notice a difference in your skin almost instantly!

Soap & Glory Sugar Crush Body Spray - £4 100ml (http://m.boots.com/h5/cat_hub?path=%2Fen%2FSoap-Glory-8482-SUGAR-CRUSH-8482-Body-Spray_1686349%2F&unCountry=uk)

I've been wanting Soap & Glory to make this into a body spray for soooo long, it's my favourite scent ever! Even better it's so cheap! They have made a couple more scents of body spray too so I'll have to go back for a little test of those ones!

Nivea Rich Regenerating Night Cream - £4.19 50ml (http://m.boots.com/h5/cat_hub?path=%2Fen%2FNivea-Daily-Essentials-Rich-Regenerating-Night-Cream-50ml_1539640%2F&unCountry=uk)

I got this on offer for £2 from Sainsburys as I needed a night cream & you can really feel it working to moisturise your skin when you put it on. It has Almond oil in it which makes your skin really soft. I often get quite itchy and red skin after taking make up off and this helps take the itchiness away, in the morning my skin feels so soft after using it!

Hope you liked this post, Ashley❤️

Empties❤️

Here are some products I've used up over time, some I've liked and some I haven't:-)

L'oreal superstrong conditioner 250ml - £6.20 (http://m.boots.com/h5/cat_hub?path=%2Fen%2FLOreal-Paris-Hair-Expertise-SuperStrong-Reinforcing-Vitality-Conditioner-250ml_1250651%2F&unCountry=uk)

I like trying lots of different things for my hair and I got this on offer for £4 I think so decided to try it but it didn't really do anything for my hair. I think it would be good for people with quite thin hair, I also didn't really like the scent as it was a herbal scent.

Molton Brown rhubarb & Rose hand cream - £10 40ml (http://m.boots.com/h5/cat_hub?path=%2Fen%2FMolton-Brown-Rhubarb-Rose-Replenishing-Hand-Cream-40ml_1476831%2F&unCountry=uk)

I got this little sample in a Birchbox a while ago and it is amazing! Since I finished it it has been out of stock everywhere I've looked but I've found it in  Boots. It smells so fruity not at all like Rose and is so moisturising but not sticky!

Ghost Eclipse 30ml - £24.50 (http://m.theperfumeshop.com/pws/ProductDetails.ice?ProductID=3660)

This is a really fresh fruity scent, I'd say it's perfect for summer because it's not too strong.

The Body Shop frosted cranberry shower gel - Christmas Limited Edition 

I wish you could get this all year, it's quite fruity and smells like a mixture between the body shop's honeymania and berries. It's really moisturising and it's lasted me from Christmas so a little goes a long way! I've got a bath jelly in the same scent so I'm not too sad about finishing this:-)

Benefit Hello Flawless foundation - £26.50 (https://m.benefitcosmetics.co.uk/product/view/hello-flawless-oxygen-wow)

I got this foundation as a Christmas present and I had always wanted to try it, I used the shade 'Honey'. It has light to medium coverage and is oil free, and it has a brightening effect.

Lush Mask of Magnaminty - £5.50 125g

                                         £9.75 315g

(https://www.lush.co.uk/products/masks/mask-magnaminty)

I love trying face masks and when I bought this I was having a lot of breakouts, I don't really like the scent of it which is quite minty. It did help to get rid of my spots and I like that the evening primrose seeds and aduki beans in it give you light exfoliation when your are removing the mask, but I don't think I'd purchase it again.

Yes to Cucumbers soothing facial wipes - £3.99 (http://m.boots.com/h5/cat_hub?path=%2Fen%2FYes-to-Cucumbers-30-Soothing-Hypoallergenic-Facial-Wipes_1457185%2F&unCountry=uk)

Yes to Carrots cleansing facial wipes - £3.99 (http://m.boots.com/h5/cat_hub?path=%2Fen%2FYes-to-Carrots-25-Gentle-Fragrance-Free-Cleansing-Wipes_1457175%2F&unCountry=uk)

I really love the Yes To range. Yes to Carrots & Yes to Cucumbers are my current favourites as I have quite dry and sensitive skin and they are actually quite moisturising. I really want to try the Yes to Coconuts range next so I'll let you know what it's like:-) Certain items in the Yes to range are 3 for 2 in Boots right now!

Lush Cynthia Sylvia Stout Beer Shampoo - 

£4.50 100g

£8.95 250g

£14.75 500g

(https://www.lush.co.uk/products/cynthia-sylvia-stout)

I got a sample of this beer shampoo from Lush, it's so good. It made my hair so soft and shiny and It doesn't smell like beer it smells of lemons. It had stout, lemon juice and vinegar in it which are all amazing for your hair, I'd highly recommend this! 

Have a look on the Lush YouTube channel to see Cynthia Sylvia Stout being made here; https://youtu.be/QWiAxxGAQIE

Ashley❤️