Products I've Used Up #2

After my the amazing response to my first Products I've Used Up post. I decided to carry on collecting the products I have finished and talk about them again. 

- Tresemme Shampoo|| Love this shampoo so much, and since finishing I have bought another one that I hauled about. I hardly ever repurchase shampoos because I am really funny with them, some are great for my hair and some make my hair look awful! But this one is amazing.

- Superdrug Nail Polish Remover|| Just a simple and cheap remover that I used up! Nothing to really say..

- Oval Cosmetic Pads|| Life is so much easier if you use oval shaped cotton pads, they really help with removing all your makeup and are way easier to use than round ones.

- Primark Face Wipes|| I didn't have very high hopes for these wipes, but the two sided thing made me fall in love! These cucumber wipes come with an exfoilating side and a normal side, doing two jobs for you in one easy step.

-Batiste Dry Shampoo|| I decided to try out a small dry shampoo bottle first, before committing to a big one. And I have! Love this stuff for lazy hair days and for extra volume. 

- Natural Collection+Maybelline Colour Show Top Coat|| Both are my favourite drug store top coats, because of the price and the quality! They are amazing and I have used up every single drop.

-Natural Collection Concealer||Finally I finished this up! I love using NC products but for some reason my skin and this product don't seem to be getting along very well recently! 

- MUA BB Cream|| At first I loved this product and would really rave about it! But then suddenly I hated it, it broke me out everywhere on my cheeks (still suffering now!) and also didn't sit very well on the skin. It was however the perfect shade match for me, which is a shame. 

The Essentials; Pamper Evening with Chawtons

Every so often, I believe that we should all take some time out for our selves and just relax. Whether this means reading a book, watching TV, eating some sugar or running yourself a lovely hot bath and soak watching you tube videos and reading blogposts like I do! Whatever it is...make sure you enjoy it and really take the time to breathe and let go of all the worries and stress that you have on your mind. One of the ways is to dedicate a day to pampering yourself and recently I decided to do this with the goal of feeling amazing and happier at the end of it. Recently, I discovered a life changing brand 'Chawtons'  who offer a wide range of products that are relaxing and enriching.  Here are a few of my favourite ones and how I like to give myself a well deserved treat!

I usually do my pamper night on a Friday straight after I get in from school as this is when I need some serious TLC. The first thing that I have been loving to use is this Travel Fatigue Roller Ball* that is made with Rosemary and Eucalyptus oils that have been blended with Aloe Vera and Witch Hazel - all of my favourite things to create a roller ball that you can apply to you pulse points to help you feel refreshed and calm. This is something I use a few hours before I go in the bath, otherwise there isn't no point if everything is just going to get washed off, nevertheless I will be taking this with me when I travel away for the weekend or even go abroad.

Then I run the bath with some Luke warm water, I hate the water been really hot and uncomfy so somewhere in the middle is just right for me. To really relax myself and to help with the everyday pains and aches that I get from a hard day at school and then walking home  I use this Regular Mustard Bath* that helps with all my issues and helps to control my breathing. On a side note it is excellent if you are currently experiencing a cold due to this weather. I like to use a good helping of this stuff and swirl it around the water, and then soak my self in and let the  Wintergreen and Eucalyptus oils do their magic.

After getting out of the bath I like to generously apply my Soap&Glory righteous butter everywhere, this is super moisturising and applying straight after I come out of the bath/shower helps the goodness sink into my skin and I get the most out of the product. 

Then after getting into my cute Bambi PJ's from Primark I light this new Yankee Candle and then I am ready to apply my Muscles Cream*. I walk to and from school and up a big hill, so my legs and the soles of my feet get very tired every now and then. To look after them I love applying this cream because it works well and soaks into my skin quickly to make it easier to carry on doing things. At first the smell really gets to you, but then it fades away and in fact helps you get to sleep because of the calming Eucalyptus and Rosemary oils that have been put into this wonder cream.

Then I get my self tucked up in bed and close my eyes (after spending an hour or so on my phone) and get a good nights sleep ready for the next day! What are you essentials? 

Be sure to check out Chawtons here and the other products they have to offer. 

*products sent for consideration of review, all opinions expressed are my own.

L'oreal Micellar Water+Velvety Soft Toner|| Review

As the world of beauty develops we get more and more dupes coming our way, everything from lipsticks to foundations. Today I bring you a duo from L'oreal - many believe that this Micellar Water is a dupe for Bioderma. But I can't compare it to anything as I haven't tried anything else! A while back when i wanted to buy the water, I ended up buying the toner instead and fell in love with, but felt that it was missing something! Soon to discover the water was on offer in Superdrug and I didn't even think twice about before buying it. They work even better together then they do on their own.

L'oreal Micellar Water

First up the star of the show and this blog post, I started using this as soon as I got it. I start off by wiping my face with a makeup removing wipe and then use this water to remove anything else that is left on my face, and it is crazy to see how much comes off on a cotton pad. I have seen such a big difference in my skin after using this as it turns out I was never actually cleaning my skin properly. It is also designed for sensitive skin which has me written all over it! I haven't used it with eye makeup yet but I believe that it will be amazing! 

Velvety Soft Toner

Now even though, the Micellar Water tones your skin as well, I like to use the velvety soft toner after as well to just calm my skin down. It leaves my skin feeling so soft and cleaned! Even though this toner has a scent to it, I love it!! It doesn't harm my skin in anyway and doesn't make it feel dry at all, it smells delicious! It is called Velvety for the right reason as my skin feels sooo smooth and soft afterwards! 

I want to try some more things from the L'oreal skincare range as I think my skin really likes it! 

EPSA Optimal Skin Proserum || Review ♥

My skin for me is a funny one and trying out new products makes me feel a little bit on edge only because I don't want anything I use to ruin my skin even more than it already is! Saying that, I do love using more luxury brands on my skin as I find that it actually helps the more money you spend on your skin. This the 'Optimal Skin Proserum' from ESPA which is one of their newer launches (September 2013) and is a formulation that feeds the skin with lots of goodness and treats your face with all of the powerful essential oils and strengthens your overall skin.

 

I received a little sample in the post and have been constantly for 2 weeks straight and I have seen such a big improvement in my skin! I only use it on my nose, cheeks and chin and this is where I have mainly dry skin and this serum has helped me so much and really targeted the dry skin and if I may say - got rid of the worst of it! 

Overall, my skin now feels and looks a lot healthier and brighter - yay!

I only have a small 8ml sample and the full is 30ml but is a tad pricey so I might have to save up a lot.. 

Be sure to check out this and find out more! I also found this article all about the serum ... Telegraph