The Essentials|| A Nail Addict

Yes. That is right. I am a nail addict and I will openly admit to it! It has been something that I have lived with for a few years now, and today's post is what I think every nail addict/lover should have!

The Tools

Avon Machine// This machine is the best thing in my life, my grandma bought me this at Christmas from Avon I believe and I love all the nifty little things it can do! They use a similar machine to this is the nail salons, but this is a cheaper alternative. 

Nail File*// Well isn't this a obvious one! I love the Healthy Nails one at the moment because it is great to get the exact shape you want. You can read a full review here. 

Buffer// These cuboid buffers are great to get that smooth nail surface, that makes applying your nail polish easier as you are getting rid of any bumps and the uneven surface.

Orange Stick+Cuticle Cream// These two things work together, by massaging your cuticles and pushing them back as often as you can, you are really helping your nails with growing in length and looks much better when they aren't there.

Nail Scissors// These ones from Model's Own are my favourite because they are shaped in such a way that it makes it easier to cut your finger!

The In-between Step!

This is what I like to call the 'in between' step because it is the optional step.

Nail Wheels// I love these! They are from Amazon, and cost nearly nothing as well as coming in packs of 10. They are great to test out nail colours before you paint them on your nails to see whether you like them or not. 

Cuticle Oil// Even though cuticle oil is great for your nails, I don't think it is the most needed step because your nails can live without it and you can use alternatives like a cream, or even plain olive oil!

The Finale! 

Elegant Touch Spray// Full Review Here This IS BLOOD AMAZING! I do apologise for the caps and my language, but this spray is my life saver and you will be converted when you try it! I love using it because it dries my nails uber quickly and I can do anything after painting them! 

Remover// I have only recently discovered this product and will have a review up in a few days. But this pot of remover is amazing. All you have to do is put your finger in the pot, move it around a little and then viola! Your polish has disappeared! 

Top Coat// Everyone has their own preference when it comes to top coats, but for me I like one that shiny and makes my nails look really gel like and lasts a long time. This one is from Nails Inc and I love it because it lasts a long time and the formula is grrreat!

What are your essentials? 

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.

The Essentials; Desk ♥

After my post on what I keep by my beside, which you can read here...I decided to do a desk version along with a few more coming up in the next few weeks all under the title 'The Essentials..'. Taking you around the most important parts of my desk (not the messy parts)

Here is a birds eye view of my desk, it is from Ikea and comes in many other colours as well as white, I like this one as you can see that it has different sections and I like to be a organised freak and keep everything sectioned up. I won't be showing you the draw on the left and the cupboard underneath as it is a state full of school stuff! 

Here is a birds eye view of the top of my desk, which is where all the 'magic' happens! I sit here and blog, write, read as well as do all my homework therefore I keep it as tidy as I can so that everything is at hand. My desk is also the first thing you kind of see when you enter my room so I like it to look pretty and cute! 

Let's start on the left hand side, I have this lamp from Ikea that I love switching on at night as it lights up my room. I received this beautiful mask from a good friend and it fits my whole room colour scheme of 'purple', this is standing on a plate that I decorated when I was very young! The owl ornament is something I bought at Christmas time from Store Twenty One and love how scary and pretty it looks at the same time, it used to be to hold down some papers but now I love it on its own. Next to this small but deadly owl is a pack of sticky notes, which are a absolute life saver in my opinion. There are a endless list of things you can do with them such as writing down things you need to remember to do, or even write a motivational quote down and then read it when you are working. 

The photo frame to the side of this, is of me and my bestie Aamira from prom that she got for me for Christmas and I love having on my desk as it constantly makes me smile! 

Then we move to the centre part of my desk, where I have my laptop - or in other words my life. Without this little heavy, hot machinery I would not be able to survive. I am always needing it to do some blogging, homework, or even just browsing the internet. Next to it I have a Pukka Pad I am a list making freak and having this by my side is great as I can write down any tasks I need to do, or even any ideas that I have when it comes to blogging. 

As we move towards the right of my desk, we have the cute section in my opinion. I have some highlighters as I am always needing them for revision or even note taking as it makes everything look a lot more comfortable!  On top of that I have a small notepad that is the easiest thing I have ever discovered, thanks to this I can now carry something around in all of my bags so if I ever remember anything, it is easier to note things down. Then we have a big pot of Cadbury's hot chocolate; which it just a guilty pleasure of mine. I have recently been loving to have a cup of hot coca with some cream and it keeps me going when I am hard at work.

Then on top of the treat box, I have a plant pot from Ikea that I have decided to use for something else as it is such a multi functional product. I currently have another for lip glosses and in this one I store some paper clips, rubber bands, biro pens and a memory stick for all my school work - which makes life easier as I am always needing to save work. 

This draw is the one I use the most and is the tidiest of them all. In here I keep my purse, phone, cables and little bits of pieces. As well as some cheeky chocolate to have with that cup of hot chocolate after a long night. I like to keep my desk as organised as I can so that it is easier to find things when I need them. 

To buy all off my essentials, be sure to check out Viking where you can buy everything you need to give your desk a makeover and even colour co-ordinate everything! 

Hope you enjoyed this post and look out for more posts like this! 

*post in collaboration with Viking-