L'oreal Elnett Satin Hair Spray Review

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For my birthday I got a curling wand and as my current hair spray was pretty old I wanted to get a fresh one to keep my curls in place and it gave me an excuse to buy a new one.

I've seen many YouTubers use this hair spray in a number of tutorials and figured it would be a good one to try out. The bottle is pretty fancy I love the design it gives the appearance that it costs more than what it does.

There is many different strengths and sizes but I felt supreme hold would be best for me and I got it in 75ml incase I didn't like it.

Unfortunatley for me this product didn't do a very good job at keeping the curls in my hair, they dropped out within half hour even though I sprayed the crap out of my hair. It may have been my hair that is the problem I'm not sure. Even though it didn't work for me I did enjoy the product, it didn't leave my hair crispy like some sprays do and the scent wasn't half bad either.

Even though this product was a fail. I would recommend it because it may work for you.

Till next time

Debbie

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FTC: I purchased this product myself with my own money. All opinions are my own & 100% honest.

Birthday Haul 2014

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I apologise for the lack of posts recently I've got a lot going on and it's extremely stressful and has left me with not much time to do posts but hopefully that will change soon.

So recently it was my birthday and I was lucky enough to receive some birthday money and thought I would share with you what I brought.

Let's start with make-up

First thing I got was bronzer. I'm naturally quite pale and wanted to warm up my complexion a bit so I opted for a bonzer by MUA (Makeup academy) in the Shade 1 which is the lightest shade they have.

Next up I wanted to get a new eyeliner in a different shade then black and as I have blue eyes I heard browns are good for making your eyes POP! Mine is from the brand Collection and it is there Intense Colour range and I got the shade Soft Brown.

My mascara is running low so I picked up a new one also from Collection and it is their Killer Curves one and I got it on the shade Black.

As I mentioned I got a bonzer I figured I should pick up a bronzing brush so I went for Superdrugs own brand nothing special but it does the job.

For my birthday I got a curling wand (review coming soon) I needed to pick up some hair essentials and first up I brought some hairspray. I heard a lot about Elnett and got the small size just to try it out.

And last but not least I brought a hair serum to tame those pesky flyaways and frizz and to also give my hair a glossy look to it. I opted for got2b by Schwarzkopf. 

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I hope you enjoyed this post and hopefully you can bear with me while I try and get back on schedule.

Till next time

Debbie

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FTC: All items was purchased by me. All opinions are my own and 100% honest.

Vaseline: My Top 5 Uses!

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By now I'm sure everyone has heard of Vaseline, but did you know you can use it for more than chapped lips? Today I bring you my top 5 uses for using Vaseline.

Lips.

Let's get the obvious one out the way. Vaseline is good for using on chapped & sore lips. Apply a layer and allow your lips to soak it up. 

Nose.

You're probably thinking 'I can use this on my nose, tell me how' Vaseline is perfect for your nose when you have a cold. Ever end up with a krusty and sore nose because you blow it so much? Apply this to the outside of your nose every time you blow your nose & say goodbye to a sore nose.

Feet.

I learnt this one from Allthatglitters21 on YouTube and it's so good I just have to spread the word. Wearing new shoes or have some that rub you to the point of blisters? Then apply a generous amount to the areas that tend to blister and you should be set for the night. Pop it in to your bag to re-apply during the day or night.

Eyebrows.

Ran out of eyebrow gel? Then apply the smallest amount to your eyebrows and brush through it with a spoolie and you're good to go. 

Lip Scrub.

Ever wanted to try a lip scrub but don't want to pay the prices. Well now you can with just a little bit of Vaseline. All you need to do is take a tiny amount of Vaseline on to two fingers and dip your fingers into some sugar and there you have it, Your very own lip scrub that didn't cost a thing. All that's left is to scrub your lips.

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If you have any tips that I haven't mentioned then do let me know in the comments.

Till next time

Debbie 

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May's Most Viewed 2014

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Any month is over AGAIN, where are these months disappearing to? With the end of the month brings another most viewed. Here are all the posts that have been viewed the most for the month of May!

Review: Avon's Clearskin Pore Penetrating Black Mineral Mask

The Longest Ride - Nicholas Sparks Review

Orange Is The New Black - Piper Kerman Review

Review: George Skin Perfection Mousse Foundation

Barry M Flawless Matte Finish Foundation

Birthday Wish List 2014

Discovery Club Spring 2014 Edition

The Last Echo - Kimberly Derting Review

Review: George Ultra Sheer Foundation

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Till next time

Debbie

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Review: Avon's Clearskin Pore Penetrating Black Mineral Mask

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I did an Avon Haul a while back and one of the products I brought was a clay face mask and I have tried and tested it and am ready to give you my review.

I've heard a great deal about clay face mask and how good they are to use and I wanted to see for myself and I picked up the Clearskin Pore Penetrating Black Mineral Mask from Avon. According to the packaging the product contains an oil-absorbing blend of mineral clays that attracts and effectively removes pore-clogging oils. It also contains Salicylic Acid. 

I aim to use this mask twice a week which doesn't happen often because I'm lazy but when I do my face does feel less clogged and is ideal to use when you are having a breakout. 

Most people apply the mask all over their face but personally I just apply it to certain places, mainly my nose where my pores are visible, my chin where I tend to break out most and my cheeks. The part I like most it is, as it drys it clings to your pores so you can see where they are and you know the mask is going to pull them out. I have also noticed how smooth and soft my skin feels after using this mask.

Because it is clay the mask is black in colour and once it has dried and ready to be removed it turns a light grey colour. Just a warning this product will stain any cloth you use. Me not knowing that, decided to use a white flannel......yeah it's no longer white..whoops! So now I just a wet cotton pad to remove it as it's less harsh on the skin and means I can throw it away. There is a noticeable smell to it so beware of that when buying it because it's not the nicest of smells.

If you are interested in this product you can pick one up HERE. You get 75ml for £5.00

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Have you used this product before or one similar? Let me know in the comments.

Till next time

XOXO

Debbie

FTC: I purchased this product myself. I was not asked to write this review. My opinion is my own and 100% honest.

Discovery Club Spring 2014 Edition

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It's that time again where I show you what's in my perfume subscription box. As I mentioned in my last Discovery Club 5th Edition Post, the subscription box costs £5.00 every 3 months and it is from The Fragrance Shop. This month I got 7 samples 2 of which are for men plus a booklet of vouchers for £5.00 off.

Guerlain - La Petite Robe Noire Couture.

Top Notes - Sparkling bergamot dazzle with raspberry

Heart Notes - A simple but elegant rose heart.

Base Notes - Patchouli, vetiver, moss and tonka bean provide a flowing trail.

My thoughts - The heart notes pretty much sums it up. Simple but elegant. I'd say this is a scent the mature woman would enjoy.

Prices - 30ml £43.50/ 50ml £62.50/ 75ml £88.50

GIVENCHY - Very Irrésistible.

Top Notes - Delightful Blackberries sparkle at the top.

Heart Notes - Delicious Rose sorbet radiates from the heart.

Base Notes - Soft Must provides a tender trail.

My thoughts: Upon me sniffing it I can smell the musk. It would be the perfect scent for the night. I also got this sample last time so not happy to receive it again.

Prices - 50ml £51.99/ 75ml £63.99

Lacoste - Eau de Lacoste Sensuelle.

Top Notes - Pink pepper and contrasting blackcurrant tart provide a vibrant opening.

Heart Notes - The heart evolves with Turkish Rose, sweet pea and gladiolus flower.

Base Notes - Soft nougatine and amber awaken the base.

My thoughts - I can smell something within the scent but I can't quite put my finger on what it is. But it smells nice.

Prices - 30ml £32.50/ 50ml £44.50/ 90ml £59.99

Thierry Mugler - Alien

Top Notes - Neroli & bergamot tea, the freshness of a radiant bouquet.

Heart Notes - Tiare flower & cashmeran wood, the generous warmth of an accord infused with rare sensuality.

Base Notes - White Amber & heliotrope, a comforting signature like a precious and enveloping moment.

My thoughts - It is a very strong scent when sprayed but has a certain warmth to it. Another scent I think would be good for the night. I also go this sample in my last box so again not happy about that.

Prices - 60ml Refillable £49.50/ 90ml Refillable £67.50

ELIE SAAB - L'Eau Couture

Top Notes - An armful of fresh citrus notes with calabrian bergamot and magnolia - bringing lightness and radiance.

Heart Notes - A couture heart with orange blossom - the sunny signature ingredient of the ELIE SAAB Le Parfum collection.

Base Notes - Delicious green almond mingles with mouth-watering vanilla infusion - utter addiction.

My thoughts - you can smell a hint of vanilla along with the orange blossom. A perfect all day scent.

Prices - 30ml £29.99

Valentino - Uomo

Top Notes - Zesty bergamot with myrtle liquor

Heart Notes - Roasted coffee beans dipped in praline.

Base Notes - Cedar woods and leather radiate at the base giving the fragrance a warm grounding.

My thoughts - You can smell the Zesty bergamot & cedar woods. Lovely smell gonna be a shame I'm giving it to my dad lol.

Prices - 50ml £44.99/100ml £62.50

LOEWE - Solo Sport

Top Notes - A refreshing top mandarin with the added kick of pepper

Heart Notes - Rosemary and lavender radiate for a harmonious heart.

Base Notes - Moss, patchouli and amber

My thoughts - When I saw a kick of pepper I imagined a lot of sneezing, but I didn't sneeze once. It has a zesty smell which is probably the mandarin. It also has a warmth to it which I think is the heart notes. Love the smell but I will be passing it over to my father.

Prices - 75ml £59.99

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I hope this was helpful and you found a scent you want to try. I'm gonna leave it there and end this post as I now currently smell like a perfume shop.

Till next time

XOXO

Debbie 

FTC: I purchased this subscription myself with my own money. My opinion is my own and 100% honest.

April's Most Viewed 2014

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Geez can you believe April is over for another year? I'm afraid to blink in case it's suddenly Christmas again but before that it will soon it will be my Birthday :) let's see what you all viewed most this month.

George Skin Perfection Mousse Foundation

March's Most Viewed

Seconds Away By Harlan Coben

Avon Advance Techniques Moroccan Oil

Inspirational Quotes #1

The Heroes Of Olympus Series By Rick Riordan

Other Most Viewed: January & February 

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Hope you all had a great April and I'll see you in my next post.

XOXO

Debbie

Review: George Skin Perfection Mousse Foundation

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I think it's time for another review :).

Today I'm going to be review the George Skin Perfection Mousse Foundation. I picked it up in No 2 Ivory Beige.

I stumbled across this when I was doing my weekly food shopping which I do online and was intrigued to see Asda do their own foundation so I popped one into my basket and waited patiently for it to be delivered.

Fast forward two days and I began to try it out, only I made the mistake of trying it out at night which is never a good idea but I was desperate to try it so I thought what the hell. The product claims to be smooth & silky coverage

So I applied it to my face and not being it the best light it looked amazing and covered everything up really well so I thought I was on to a winner but come morning when I tried it again it was applied orange which is really gutting and as I couldn't a swatch as I brought it online I probably should have gone for the lighter shade, but never mind.

I will say it goes on really smoothly and feels amazing on, I would say it gives you light coverage but you could probably build it up in order to make it medium coverage. 

So because it is orange I'm gonna say I wouldn't recommend this product unless you have darker skin or wear fake fan on your face. I'm sad that I won't be able to use this as a foundation but can't brings myself to throw it out. If you have any suggestions on another way I could use this product then please let me know. 

This product cost £6.00 and they also have 3 other shades.

Till next time

XOXO

Debbie

FTC: I brought this product with my own money. My opinion is my own & 100% honest.

March Favourites

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Can you believe it is already April?? Feels like only yesterday I was getting ready for Christmas. But here are all the things I've been loving for the month of March.

Face wash.

I've been using the scrub pretty much everyday for about three weeks and I love it. It's super gentle making it good to use everyday, leaves my skin so smooth and I've really noticed such a differences in my skin. You can buy it from Avon for £4.00 but it is currently half price at £2.00

Food 

It wouldn't be a favourite without food making an appearance. Mini eggs are my absolute favourite sweet. But it's sad they only come out around Easter. You can generally pick these up for around a £1

Blush 

I've had this blush for a while (as you may be able to tell) and I'm glad I picked it for my first ever blush. It is very pigmented and lasts on the cheeks for such a long time and does a great job of giving you the pinched cheek look. It's by MUA and it cost £1.00

TV/ film

I'm about 9 years late for this programme but I found Veronica Mars and totally became obsessed with it and then the movie came out which gave me my fix. I urge anyone who has yet to see it to go watch it this instant...well after you finished reading this post.

Book

I've read a ton of books this month, watch out for reviews coming soon. But my favourite would be Bernie Nolan -Now & Forever. Such a heartbreaking story.

YouTuber

I've always known about Judy, Benji and Jb from seeing them in the Sacconejolys videos who I love. So I decided to give Itsjudyslife a go and I love their little family which has grown with the arrival of their twin daughters. It's nice to see the children grow everyday & if you like the Sacconejolys then you will like Judy and her family.

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What were your favourites for March?

Till next time

XOXO

Debbie

Rimmel Hide The Blemish Concealer - Review

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A couple of weeks ago I went out and brought a couple of concealers. But today's review I will be talking about 'Rimmels Hide The Blemish Concealer.

First off I'm in the shade Ivory which matches my foundation & skin perfectly. It's a creamy formula which I was surprised at, and it does tend to stick to any dry patches. I mainly use this to cover up any blemishes as it doesn't work when it comes to hiding the dark circles under my eyes as it's not thick enough. I have really bad dark circles under my eyes so I will need to invest in a thicker formula. 

To apply this I dab it on to any spots or redness I want to get rid of, including around my nose. I then take my concealer brush and blend it out. This product has really good staying power and have yet felt the need to touch up. They have 4 other shades if Ivory isn't for you. I got mine from Superdrugs priced at £3.99. 

Would I recommend?: Yes, it's worth the money.

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Till next time

XOXO

Debbie

FTC: I brought this product with my own money. All opinions are my own & 100% honest

February's Most Viewed 2014

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Seeing as it's now March already, like seriously where are the days going. I thought I would do another most viewed incase you missed any of my posts in February.

Barry M Flawless Matte Finish Foundation

Argan Oil Shampoo - Review

The TMI Tag

Avon Haul

The Discovery Club - 5th Edition

The Best Of Me - Nicholas Sparks Review

Mistress - James Patterson Review

Valentines Pinterest #1

DIY: How To Bake Coconut Biscuits

January's Most Viewed 2014

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I hope you enjoyed this post & I will see you in my next post.

XOXO

Debbie