tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-626668762330287742024-03-19T08:48:30.811+00:00Katie's World Of Beauty...katiesworldofbeautyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16818977053241523828noreply@blogger.comBlogger245125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-62666876233028774.post-60823467392218853872023-03-26T14:10:00.003+01:002023-03-26T14:10:35.177+01:00Coming off the pill<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBc7t4-94NqRvkaJ8CKZaKBEPKIWeeqdDMasJUZOPDzIWCNgpkxU5tfy9pSbEcw7v2sHJ3EgZhz5c1U23p6aDnOw6ki6vgde-l9ms5Pw44A2EQ8zqY_aCentSvCbQTzA3JU26GEABsaG3uR3LVMb4qU3nHAs3CXMCj0hHce-_SOAQU9FG6VcKTAWen/s1280/coming%20off%20the%20pill1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Coming off the pill" border="0" data-original-height="1280" data-original-width="960" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBc7t4-94NqRvkaJ8CKZaKBEPKIWeeqdDMasJUZOPDzIWCNgpkxU5tfy9pSbEcw7v2sHJ3EgZhz5c1U23p6aDnOw6ki6vgde-l9ms5Pw44A2EQ8zqY_aCentSvCbQTzA3JU26GEABsaG3uR3LVMb4qU3nHAs3CXMCj0hHce-_SOAQU9FG6VcKTAWen/s16000/coming%20off%20the%20pill1.jpg" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;">Well hello there blog, my old friend, long time no see! I realise the last time I posted on here was *cough* just a
<i>little</i> over 3 years ago… <br /> <br />Has it really been that long? gosh. A LOT has happened since taking flat lays of beauty products in my old
little bedroom, let me tell you. From moving out and buying our first home to
switching careers and becoming a mother…to a beautiful kitty. But that's for another day.<br /> <br />I’ve had the urge recently to write
a blog post and to hopefully resurrect the ghost of Katiesworldofbeauty from
the grave because I do miss writing and chatting about all things beauty related.
And although TikTok and IG reels are where things are at these days, there is
nothing better than sitting with a cup of tea and getting lost in reading a
blog post. So here goes nothing…<br /> <br />So, I did something crazy at the end
of 2022, I came off the pill. <br /> <br />And no, it’s not to try and get
pregnant. I already have my furry child. <span><a name='more'></a></span><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMZr4KXFtrIBNDDcZ7vB4Brdt8gB1U6_diSNYZ7UFLSqvexNIrjqD_zY2IglksjbGkWI-_vaTPHxoMSpjq5bGNoZV9SYpJFKCVf_BJziH8Ri9Ppqgy5VK20YVjLxfj2jZei3Vkzmu3OLn-MJ3XcZfbnLMf-Alfk8pQwzgwiAxUCtfefDzu7GFMpim_/s1280/coming%20off%20the%20pill.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Coming off the pill" border="0" data-original-height="1280" data-original-width="970" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMZr4KXFtrIBNDDcZ7vB4Brdt8gB1U6_diSNYZ7UFLSqvexNIrjqD_zY2IglksjbGkWI-_vaTPHxoMSpjq5bGNoZV9SYpJFKCVf_BJziH8Ri9Ppqgy5VK20YVjLxfj2jZei3Vkzmu3OLn-MJ3XcZfbnLMf-Alfk8pQwzgwiAxUCtfefDzu7GFMpim_/s16000/coming%20off%20the%20pill.jpg" /></a></div><b>A background story:</b><br /> <br />I still remember the first day I
went on the contraceptive pill. I was 17 and things were starting to get
serious with my partner. I had wanted to go on the pill for a while, and back then
all my friends were talking about going on the pill and sharing stories about
how it helps ease cramps and makes periods lighter. So, of course, my 17-year-old
hormonal, crazy brain wanted in on this and I figured ok I’m dating now let's
try this out. I was on the Rigevidon contraceptive pill, though back then I
THINK it was called Microgynon - basically the ones in the pink pack that you
take for 3 weeks and have your 1-week break. And that remained for 12 years
basically. <br /> <br />I had no issue being on Rigevidon,<i>
in fact,</i> I thought I was a lucky one because everyone I had spoken with
had some sort of bad experience being on the pill or it had caused health problems. I never had those symptoms. I never got cramps <i>hallelujah!</i>, my
periods were pretty light and easygoing, and I always had a period every month
without fail. So no real dramas. <br /> <br />I did however suffer from raging
hormones, breakouts, and weight gain/loss throughout most of my twenties, but we
will get to that soon.<br /> <br />But overall, I was happy I was
able to enjoy my everyday life being on the pill for that length of time,
without any real concerns.<br /> <br /><b>Fast forward 12 years:</b><br /> <br />After celebrating a<i> massive</i> 12 years
of being on the pill, I took my last ever pill in December 2022 and never
looked back. It was a decision my friends and I had talked about doing for a while and I finally decided to do it.<br /> <br />I had been thinking about coming off
the pill quite a lot last year, it dawned on me that I am almost
leaving my 20s behind and I’ve been on the pill for 12 years. Surely it can’t be doing my body any good. Despite the nurse telling me it's fine to be on
the pill for that length of time and to continue taking it, I decided I wanted
2023 to be the year I come off and see how my body reacts. <i>And oh boy did it
react.</i><br /> <br />So we are 4 months into being
pill-free and I’ve been tracking my body to see what has changed…<br /> <br /><i>The pill caused me to
have breakouts.</i> </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;">As I mentioned before, I suffered from breakouts pretty much my
entire teenage years and even into my 20s. But I just brushed it off as being
your typical teenage breakouts…I mean I am 29 how long can that old excuse keep
going? Basically, I realised the pill had caused my face to break out and I noticed this 3 months into not being on the pill that my skin had totally cleared up. I’ve
<i>always</i> had a good skincare routine so I knew it was never that. But this has
been the biggest change I have noticed and it’s given me such a
confidence boost. I actually don’t wear a spec of makeup some days when leaving
the house!<br /> <br /><i>The pill made me sensitive to absolutely everything!</i> </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;">Crazy,
raging hormones. I suffered from bad hormones in the sense I was sensitive and
crying one minute to being tense and frustrated the next.<i> A whole emotional
rollercoaster</i>. But lately, I have realised I am so calm and not as reactive to
things as I might have been before. It’s great. I don’t feel tense and my brain
doesn’t go 20 to the dozen with emotions. I am actually a nice person when on
my period, who knew. I joke, <i>or half-joke</i>.<br /> <br />The typical<i> ‘oh you can tell you’re
on your period, has vastly become, oh you can tell you are on the pill…’</i><br /> <br /><i>Cramps come and go, but so far it’s
been bearable!</i> </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;">- Although last month I experienced stomach pains and instantly
my reaction was <i>‘oh I must have eaten something funny’</i>…turns out it was Mother Nature
stirring her pot. But again it was totally fine and I got on with my day. My
periods as well, same as before nothing new to report on. They are regular and
I am able to track when I am due every month with the Flo app, and so far
it's been pretty spot on.<br /> <br />I know it's still early days for my
body to totally get back into its natural form, but so far I am so happy I made
the decision to come off the pill. I do kind of wish I came off it sooner, having realised it has likely been the cause of my off-balance hormone and breakouts. </span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"> <br />Have you come off or are thinking of coming off the pill? Would love to hear about others' experiences!</span></div>
katiesworldofbeautyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16818977053241523828noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-62666876233028774.post-76892703828324240612020-12-16T09:24:00.000+00:002020-12-16T09:24:48.330+00:00Small Business: Stocking Filler Gift Guide<p></p><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhl3DhScAKiso0vJuHr8FAMmyWy_dO52PY2IzJAkG-vuvDVRXfHmtPCUWWiQ9DbIW4h1JOMsLgHCmaCQ1voiOBTzzBtl44QCaoBfT4VEl10A8Jes9qEsDYREj8p2X3vkhay6q4VLVOywcs/s1280/Stocking+fillers.jpg"><img alt="Etsy Stocking Fillers" border="0" data-original-height="1280" data-original-width="960" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhl3DhScAKiso0vJuHr8FAMmyWy_dO52PY2IzJAkG-vuvDVRXfHmtPCUWWiQ9DbIW4h1JOMsLgHCmaCQ1voiOBTzzBtl44QCaoBfT4VEl10A8Jes9qEsDYREj8p2X3vkhay6q4VLVOywcs/s16000/Stocking+fillers.jpg" /></a></div><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><div><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;">2020 - what a year it's been.</span></div><div><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;">We've baked, we've binge-watched, we've 60-day challenged, we've decluttered our cupboards...as best we can. And now we wait, wanting to end the year never having to look at banana bread again.</span></div></span><div><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;">Since this year has been a total shocker, its no wonder everyone is feeling extra for Christmas. I decided this year, I wanted</span><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"> to buy most of</span><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"> my Christmas gifts from small businesses in the UK - just to help support them where I can. I have come across some amazing gifts that make the perfect stocking fillers, which I just had to share with you!</span></div><div><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;">So without further ado, here is my small business stocking fillers gift guide, that will help support independent businesses in the UK. </span></div><div><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;">Grab your cups of tea (+maybe a pen/notepad) and enjoy!</span></div><div><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span><a name='more'></a></span></div><div><br /></div><div><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;">Since moving out, I have become quite a fan of wax melts and Etsy sells so many amazing ones! I happen to have come across the </span><a href="https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/891906536/baubles-with-christmas-wax-melts" rel="nofollow" style="font-family: arial;" target="_blank">bauble wax melts</a><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"> by chance, and I knew the second I saw them, they would make the cutest stocking filler. Just the fact they aren't sent in simple packaging but instead, are sent in cute, little baubles just screams Christmas. I would personally be happy if I received this on Christmas day. I have also managed to find some beautifully presented </span><a href="https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/LeyLoveCrafts?ref=l2-about-shopname" rel="nofollow" style="font-family: arial;" target="_blank">clementine soy wax melts</a><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"> which have sold out, but I have linked encase she brings them back! When I tell you these smell aaaaamazing, trust me. I can tell just from the scent that they are going to make a house smell so festive and citrusy. Again, I just thought these wax melts looked so nicely presented as gifts to add in peoples stocking and don't cost much at all. </span><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;">Following from melts I wanted to share this </span><a href="https://www.etsy.com/uk/search?q=figure%20candles" rel="nofollow" style="font-family: arial;" target="_blank">figure candle</a><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"> that has taken Instagram by a storm recently. Apparently, these look amazing when you burn them, but I just like it for decor purposes. Again such a simple but nice gift for someone who loves candles or decorative pieces. </span></div><div><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;">I would never think to try Etsy for skincare, but because everything on there is homemade and natural I thought it was worth checking out. I was kindly sent the <a href="https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/dewfresh" target="_blank">Dew fresh Rose Face Mist</a>* and I </span><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;">thought it was worth mentioning to check out skincare gifting on Etsy too. This came in a lovely little drawstring bag which is why it makes the perfect gift! The product itself smells amazingly fresh and leaves your skin feeling so refreshed and plump! I have been using this almost every single day after I have cleansed my skin. The lovely girl who creates these also sells products for hair and body as well. Definitely worth looking into instead of buying your typical Boots 3 for 2 body set gifts.</span></div><div><br /></div><div><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;">Etsy sells some amazing plants; it is my go-to for indoor plants as they're always packaged so nicely and delivered in great condition. So, when browsing at gifts, I happen to have come across this <a href="https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/756392761/rose-quartz-crystal-air-plant-decoration" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">rose quartz crystal air plant</a> which I mean, is just next level of quirkiness. I actually bought this for myself however, it would make the perfect gift for any plant lovers or someone who likes quirky home bits. On the topic of home bits and plants, I have included this <a href="https://www.etsy.com/uk/search?q=dry%20plant%20jar" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">dry plant jar</a> which I received from Urban Outfitters, but Etsy sells similar ones for less money. I thought these make the perfect gifts for any dry plant fans out there!</span></div><div><br /></div><div><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;">Let's talk quirky gifts, how adorable is the </span><a href="https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/886344382/handmade-novelty-crochet-lump-of-coal?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=chocolate+orange+cover&ref=sc_gallery-1-5&plkey=ea3cbd80dcd1e0d2ab8504f06fd95d415b7b9f2e%3A886344382" style="font-family: arial;">chocolate orange crochet cover</a><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;">?! I mean, do we need it? no. But is it cute and extra that would make someone smile? yes. I bought a few of these just to add over peoples Terry's chocolate orange, I just thought they are so unique and something you could pass down to other's over the years. </span></div><div><span style="color: #999999; font-family: helvetica;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: #999999; font-family: helvetica;">I do enjoy gimmicky gifts and these </span><a href="https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/843784125/mini-marshmallow-toasting-kit-in-a?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=matchbox+marshmallow&ref=sr_gallery-1-1&organic_search_click=1&bes=1" rel="nofollow" style="font-family: helvetica;" target="_blank">mini marshmallow toasting kits in a matchbox</a><span style="color: #999999; font-family: helvetica;"> are definitely that. Why would you not want a matchbox filled with marshmallows, a candle and sticks? You could pop this in your bag and be ready to toast on the go! I just again, thought this was an amazing stocking filler that would make someone smile. Businesses on Etsy are really good at creating unique gifts that not everyone would think of, and this is definitely one of those. As well as these </span><a href="https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/867040319/christmas-snowman-marshmallow-stick" rel="nofollow" style="font-family: helvetica;" target="_blank">Christmas snowman marshmallow sticks</a><span style="color: #999999; font-family: helvetica;">, everyone endures hot chocolates over the Christmas, so why not add to that, and gift cute marshmallow sticks. These were so inexpensive, and the lady was so lovely who makes these, highly recommend!</span></div><div><span style="color: #999999; font-family: helvetica;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: #999999; font-family: helvetica;">Do you know anyone who loves gin? then these <a href="https://www.etsy.com/uk/search?q=emergency%20gin" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">emergency pink gin keyrings</a> will sort them out! I have linked the generic page as the lady who I purchased this from has taken a break, but other businesses sell similar, as well as emergency rum or vodka little potions. I mean I just love the idea of this, it's so simple but again, one to make someone smile. You could wrap this onto some ribbon and tie it outside another gift as a little extra. Another little gift you could tie on the front of another present are these <a href="https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/803848693/medium-macrame-rope-rainbow-wall-hanging?ref=shop_home_active_10&frs=1&sca=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">rainbow hanging macrame</a>. These are lovely personalised gifts to buy for someone who loves homeware or cute decor. The lady who creates these is ao lovely as well, she is so talented!</span></div><div><span style="color: #999999; font-family: helvetica;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: #999999; font-family: helvetica;">Another reason why I love Etsy is for their personalised stationery, it's difficult to find nice stationery without paying a lot of money for it. If you know someone who loves stationery or who writes a lot in their job/school definitely look at Etsy for personalised gifting. I managed to find these <a href="https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/228526166/throwing-shade-shading-pencils-rupauls" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ru Paul pencils</a> for someone who loves Ru Paul/stationery and just thought they were the perfect stocking filler. If you know someone who loves personalised gifting I would also recommend checking out my friends <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/aecraftdesigns" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Etsy page</a>, she creates so many amazing personalised gifting, from Christmas baubles to flower box frames to cake toppers. She also creates bridal party pieces which might be worth checking out in the New Year.</span></div><div></div><div><span style="color: #999999; font-family: helvetica;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: #999999; font-family: helvetica;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: #999999; font-family: helvetica;">I could have included so many more unique stocking fillers that I would recommend but ideally, I want this post to go out before Christmas! I am happy with myself for sticking to my word and buying gifts from Etsy, I have managed to come across some amazing businesses that I will be keeping an eye out in the New Year.</span></div><div><span style="color: #999999; font-family: helvetica;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: #999999; font-family: helvetica;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: helvetica;"><i>Leave a comment sharing your favourite small business and lets spread the word!</i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: helvetica;"><i><br /></i></span></div>katiesworldofbeautyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16818977053241523828noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-62666876233028774.post-25945905511950282082020-10-30T19:00:00.003+00:002020-10-30T19:00:56.087+00:00How to Get in the Festive Spirit Despite Covid<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuA7bUIgEXvVv5b7DsCAKKPSVoVOyHaqY_mV3C-Ue5s1v38SZ4Ga2Yv31o8MBUWrZ19uMgszIoRG_9-_Ksp0Qso59wnTJaxKYAt325HbNyIcxgf88nWFbELXXzq5ADeJ5F67c5YQQV3lY/s1280/thumbnail_202009303377429229420765602.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="How to Get in the Festive Spirit Despite Covid" border="0" data-original-height="1280" data-original-width="960" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuA7bUIgEXvVv5b7DsCAKKPSVoVOyHaqY_mV3C-Ue5s1v38SZ4Ga2Yv31o8MBUWrZ19uMgszIoRG_9-_Ksp0Qso59wnTJaxKYAt325HbNyIcxgf88nWFbELXXzq5ADeJ5F67c5YQQV3lY/s16000/thumbnail_202009303377429229420765602.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9AziwWJFPZfq6gSd0JRQlfwBpU13QdgdZBcuh95bFzl1ixyI7J72y3rTZchYbvyEuIIOVtstcFhthlwrLg6XJuW-VjwftZLcfRjojFCDwKd31D6CHHj1kGDpOii3J582HeJ_5ob6N-To/s1280/thumbnail_202010183164505501632019010.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="How to Get in the Festive Spirit Despite Covid" border="0" data-original-height="1280" data-original-width="960" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9AziwWJFPZfq6gSd0JRQlfwBpU13QdgdZBcuh95bFzl1ixyI7J72y3rTZchYbvyEuIIOVtstcFhthlwrLg6XJuW-VjwftZLcfRjojFCDwKd31D6CHHj1kGDpOii3J582HeJ_5ob6N-To/s16000/thumbnail_202010183164505501632019010.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdZQ0N-QzVbQ_ka9yajJQTG0cJgpiO_P9NO0R_8LPzuk4QLiXp1J9xwx7uGFpuKXqcK5803ebKkiCpPrCNTrg8vFoLacWuvhgReCxiLr2DnmSHa1GUlAyX7cNeLvqzbCwRvnVmEkzUzaQ/s1193/thumbnail_202010205665166478231150976.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="How to Get in the Festive Spirit Despite Covid" border="0" data-original-height="1193" data-original-width="932" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdZQ0N-QzVbQ_ka9yajJQTG0cJgpiO_P9NO0R_8LPzuk4QLiXp1J9xwx7uGFpuKXqcK5803ebKkiCpPrCNTrg8vFoLacWuvhgReCxiLr2DnmSHa1GUlAyX7cNeLvqzbCwRvnVmEkzUzaQ/s16000/thumbnail_202010205665166478231150976.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipgiEfWu8VD_WrgfmE2PaYUAjLVtJuz2K2JcEBeO2PxCzF7FvXd75Mo4I6ddFonO6K2lq9f0mItenFhvrIbNspJxCiMQAKtyxmVDN4ACyIx0I0dYC40TVc8R-aTJQZey9DfgBGqlNLpf0/s1175/thumbnail_202010293121576218469162875.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="How to Get in the Festive Spirit Despite Covid" border="0" data-original-height="1175" data-original-width="960" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipgiEfWu8VD_WrgfmE2PaYUAjLVtJuz2K2JcEBeO2PxCzF7FvXd75Mo4I6ddFonO6K2lq9f0mItenFhvrIbNspJxCiMQAKtyxmVDN4ACyIx0I0dYC40TVc8R-aTJQZey9DfgBGqlNLpf0/s16000/thumbnail_202010293121576218469162875.png" /></a></div><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;">I don't know about anybody else, but I am finding it quite difficult to get into that festive mode given everything that is going on in the world. Anyone who knows me well knows I love all things Halloween and Christmas, so for me to not feel festive is when you know something is up.</span><div><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;">Covid won't stop me being festive, I refuse. So over the past month, I've been subtly trying to incorporate bits of festivity into my life to help boost my mood and get me feeling all cosy and excited vibes for the next couple of months.</span><div><br /></div><div><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;">I decided to share some of the bits I've done to help get me in the festive spirit in the hope it'll inspire others who are also struggling to feel festive, to ditch that bah humbug mood.</span></div><div><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span><a name='more'></a></span><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><div><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><b>Go Pumpkin Picking!</b></span></div><div><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;">I have never been pumpkin picking before, until now and it honestly sparked the festivity mood for me. It is so much fun and more fun than I had anticipated it to be. I managed to grab a few</span><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"> small white pumpkins for decor purposes <i>of course,</i> as well as the perfect orange one to carve! Which brings me onto the next way to get festive, carving/decorating pumpkins. This is also so much fun and great to do with your partner or someone you live with.</span></div><div><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><b>Bake Festive Treats</b></span></div><div><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;">I love baking! Especially festive treats, now I slightly cheated with the cupcake image above as I didn't bake them, but I have baked festive treats before and it is quite therapeutic and uses up some free time. As well as this, you could use the remains of your pumpkin to make pumpkin soup, desserts or even roast it with garlic. I love scrolling through Pinterest for Halloween/Christmas food baking inspiration.</span></div><div><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><b>Decorate your Home</b></span></div><div><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;">I am a sucker for buying cute decor pieces and I did not hold back on buying some festive Halloween-y bits for the house. H&M do some chic festive home decor that you could easily have out all year round. I recently purchased the <a href="https://www2.hm.com/en_gb/productpage.0887871001.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">pumpkin ceramic pot</a> and it looks so modern and fits perfectly with the theme in our home. Etsy also sells cute handmaid festive pieces, things like felt pumpkin buntings or ghost-shaped wax melts, some of which make the perfect little gifts. Supermarkets are also a great inexpensive place to get gimmicky homeware. Adding little homely touches like pumpkins, candles, or flowers can set a cosy vibe which for me, is what the festive season is partly about.</span></div><div><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><b>Watch Cosy Films</b></span></div><div><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;">I am slowly starting to watch more cosy films that get you all excited for the festive period. Netflix has released so many good classic horror films and has a lot of exciting Christmas films coming out soon too. I would say I will watch a scary film on Halloween but, I am too hooked on Bly Manor, though that could totally count as scary, <i>right?</i></span></div><div><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><b>Start Christmas Shopping!</b></span></div><div><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;">As the year has been so rubbish in terms of the C-word, I have decided to buy most of my Christmas presents for people from Etsy or other small businesses, just to do my bit where I can. I don't think I will be doing much shopping in person, it mostly will be online so I have already started and it's definitely helped make me feel more festive. As well as this, I am buying much more thoughtful gifts that will make people smile, just to take the edge off of this year.</span></div><div><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><i>What is your number1 tip to get in the festive spirit??</i></span></div></div></div>katiesworldofbeautyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16818977053241523828noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-62666876233028774.post-25692964751477533022020-10-16T09:40:00.000+01:002020-10-16T09:40:04.218+01:00My First Impressions: UpCircle Beauty<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<img alt="My First Impressions: UpCircle Beauty" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhc7XUgaEAyc-dxxVHL3CbwOaANBqnmbSKX7fkyHlOs80Phg7qKm2xIOU-qlFwZXMDiBeODQhkkyYW54BaQ3ClCComUuU5Ump7QZBesIFFGM16Am9x85vMRrMPGdtZ-3jMEnHfSmBjrH5Y/s16000/1598178437033689-1.png" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="My First Impressions: UpCircle Beauty" border="0" data-original-height="1280" data-original-width="960" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrQOiHzE_wMzj4fXvJGTf9zoosUelmAkHd498KObtdVU8hUhb7wefKRrjfL39klex8iIcGmSOET5q5jUBPAU0RBSWcE0yZmGJXtvQZebtu6gy-EF4TBPX8XMXZiNP73QqZd_vyLCLcVsw/s16000/Upcircle-beauty.jpg" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;">Self-care is so important, especially now given the current situation going on in the world. Which is why today I wanted to share with you a skin and body care range that I have been incorporating into my self-care routine over the past couple of months.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><a href="https://upcirclebeauty.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">UpCircle Beauty</a> is a natural skin and body care range that elevates leftover natural ingredients, bringing them back to life as beauty products for your skin. Using coffee grounds, brewed chai spices and discarded fruit stones that often end up in landfills. All of their products are vegan, cruelty-free, organic and natural. You can read more about their story <a href="They use coffee grounds, brewed chai tea spices and discarded fruit stones which often end up in landfills. The products are vegan, cruelty free, organic and natural! Also, made in the UK, is ocean friendly and palm oil free." rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> which is quite interesting if you like to know what's going onto your skin.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;">I was kindly sent a few of these products to try, but since then I have purchased the face and body coffee scrubs myself and decided to give you my first impressions of how I got on with them all.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;">Grab your cups of tea and enjoy!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><span><a name='more'></a></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span></span></div></div><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><a href="https://upcirclebeauty.com/collections/all/products/cleansing-face-balm-50ml" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Cleansing Face Balm*</a></span></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;">Enriched with finely-ground powder of discarded apricot stones, rosemary oil and rich in antioxidant Vitamin E. This everyday cleansing balm is great as a first cleanse to remove the bulk of your makeup, SPF or any oils on the skin. Massage a coin-sized amount between your fingers and onto your face in upward circular motions, then remove with a warm, damp cloth. At first, I found this a little too greasy for my skin, but once I followed up with a water-based cleanser my skin was left feeling so nourished and hydrated! I must admit I haven't reached for this as much as I'd like to, mostly because I find it can be too rich sometimes. I would recommend it to all skin types, but I think it would work specifically well with dry/dehydrated</span><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"> skin types.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><a href="https://upcirclebeauty.com/collections/exfoliants/products/coffee-face-scrub-citrus-blend-100ml" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Natural Face Scrub Citrus Blend</a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;">I love the smell of coffee just as much as the next person, so of course, a coffee-scented skincare product is going to appeal to me. Enriched with orange oil, rosehip oil and lemon verbena, this coffee face scrub is formulated for dehydrated skins. Not that I suffer from dehydration in the skin, but this product has many other benefits that help reduce anti-inflammatory and treat spots. For a face scrub, I had expected my skin to react badly to it, but it surprisingly didn't. This scrub is so refreshing and soothing on the skin, it doesn't feel harsh at all. I don't know if it has helped reduce any spots or redness my skin occasionally suffers with, but it definitely has helped remove dead skin cells and has given my skin that plump-feel without being too harsh. They also sell a few other coffee face scrubs in different flavours if citrus doesn't appeal to you.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><a href="https://upcirclebeauty.com/collections/all/products/the-pamper-kit" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Pamper Kit*</a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;">I absolutely loved this concept! This is a great way to experiment with the products from the 'best sellers' range that you are considering buying in full size. This would make a cute Christmas present, yes I mentioned that C-word. Or they make a great travel-friendly product, not that we get much of that nowadays. This set includes a face scrub, face serum, face balm, moisturiser, face mask, eye cream, face toner and body cream. The ultimate self-care little kit. It was actually the face scrub in this kit, that made me purchase the full-sized product believe it or not. So it's definitely worth purchasing if there are a few products you are looking to buy.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><a href="https://upcirclebeauty.com/collections/all/products/coffee-body-scrub-with-tangerine-200ml" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Natural Coffee Body Scrub with Tangerine</a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;">I definitely got sucked into buying this because of the packaging, it is so eye-catching! This coffee body scrub is enriched with sea salt, grapefruit and coconut oil. It helps buff away dry, dead skin cells to leave you feeling soft, smooth and refreshed. I actually really enjoy using this body product, it's not often I enjoy body products, I have mentioned this before but I find them such a chore and a hassle. This scrub for starters smells amazing - very refreshing and subtly sweet. It moisturisers the skin so thoroughly which will be great in winter! It is also really good at removing random patches of false tan. Overall if you are looking for a hydrating but not harsh body scrub that can help remove even tough tans, definitely try this. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;">Overall, I would definitely recommend trying some of this range out. It's not difficult to find either, I know BeautyBay and FeelUnique now stock some of the range, but I've also spotted it in Sainsbury's or Holland&Barratts. I am tempted to try the face mask for spot-prone skin next if anyone has tried it let me know.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; clear: both; color: #888888; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; text-align: right;"><i style="color: #999999; line-height: 14px; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: helvetica; font-size: xx-small;">*PR Sample/gift.</span></i></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; clear: both; color: #888888; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: helvetica; text-align: justify; white-space: pre-wrap;">_____________</span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; clear: both; color: #888888; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: helvetica; text-align: justify; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; clear: both; color: #888888; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, sans-serif; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: helvetica; text-align: justify; white-space: pre-wrap;"><i>Have you tried UpCircle beauty range yet??</i></span></div></div>katiesworldofbeautyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16818977053241523828noreply@blogger.com17tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-62666876233028774.post-88037854804826290932020-08-23T14:42:00.001+01:002020-08-23T14:42:07.979+01:00The Ordinary and Not-so Ordinary Skincare<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5FPitOoNONhojkbAfcCQMBYWgo1Mi_R-40qfsr3vfwE9ZYsjhB06A23xz63Tn5w2u9VHUJ_NQBVVja6s_6n9G7VWhSS1Bc_d-0aVoIs0HTVYRgmHAH7YZ00pXQGZARWTTneZtFif7WAM/s1280/thumbnail_202007283679285562841241427.jpg" id="The Ordinary and not-so Ordinary Skincare" name="The Ordinary and not-so Ordinary Skincare" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1280" data-original-width="960" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5FPitOoNONhojkbAfcCQMBYWgo1Mi_R-40qfsr3vfwE9ZYsjhB06A23xz63Tn5w2u9VHUJ_NQBVVja6s_6n9G7VWhSS1Bc_d-0aVoIs0HTVYRgmHAH7YZ00pXQGZARWTTneZtFif7WAM/d/thumbnail_202007283679285562841241427.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;">If you're even remotely into skincare you would have heard of the brand <a href="#" id="https://theordinary.deciem.com/" name="https://theordinary.deciem.com/">The Ordinary</a> by now! </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;">They're well recognised for being super affordable and effective products.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;">If you've read my posts for a while, you will know how much I have loved this brand over the years. Like Christ, I'm even in a <a href="#" id="https://www.facebook.com/groups/theordinarychatroombybbe" name="https://www.facebook.com/groups/theordinarychatroombybbe">Facebook fan group</a> with other skincare fanatics where everyone shares their reviews and recommendations - I think that says it all.</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;">Over the years, The Ordinary has really helped improve my skin and taught me so much about the world of skin/beauty that I didn't even realise I needed to know. I first started to trial the brand back in 2017<i> </i>and still to this day, I religiously incorporate their products into my skincare routine.</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;">I thought I'd share my thoughts on all the products I currently use/own from The Ordinary and how they have/haven't helped with the appearance of my skin over the years.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><a name='more'></a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><b>The good:</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><u>The Ordinary High-Spreadability Primer:</u></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;">Oh man, I love this primer, this is my 3rd or 4th bottle. I would say stay clear if you have dry skin as this will cling to those areas. I am always looking for a primer that helps keep my foundation from sliding off and this definitely helps with that, as well as give me a flawless 'blurred' effect. I would highly recommend it for oily skin types.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><u>The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%</u>:</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;">I will keep this short and sweet, as I've written a million posts about this product. It's by far my favourite from The Ordinary and I am even happier that you can buy a 60ml version instead of a 30ml. Niacinamide has been amazing for every problematic area on my face; spots, redness, scarring, and my pores it has done amazingly. I honestly can't tell you enough how much this product has changed my skin for the better. I am dying to get my hands on the powder they have recently launched too - let me know if you've tried it yet.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><u>The Ordinary Alpha Arbutin 2% +HA:</u></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;">A firm second favourite is the Alpha Arbutin, which I only recently discovered a year ago. This product is amazing for reducing dark spots and hyper-pigmentation. It works well with the Niacinamide, I like to alternate between the two and they both have helped with reducing dark spots 100000%.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><u>The Ordinary Salicylic Acid 2% Masque:</u></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;">This is the newest product I have from The Ordinary and so far I am really enjoying it. Any sort of clay mask I am interested in trying out. I do occasionally get breakouts and when I do, I tend to reach for this face mask. This helps dry those pesky spots and reduces the appearance of them. I've also noticed this helps quicken the healing process.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><u>The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% +B5:</u></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;">There isn't a massive amount to say about Hyaluronic Acids, they're essentially a great way to add extra hydration to your skin. I find this helps balance my skin out and stops oils from overproducing. It's definitely a great product for all skin types that has long term benefits.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><b>The not-so-good:</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><u style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;">The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors +HA:</u></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;">Hmm this is technically the only moisturizer The Ordinary has to offer at the moment, and in my opinion, it doesn't make the cut. I didn't get on with the consistency it felt super thick, but not very moisturising. I also found this contributed to breakouts and clogged my pores, it might be better suited for someone with a normal skin type.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><u>The Ordinary High-Adherence Silicone Primer:</u></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;">You would think a primer that has 'blurring' effects would be great for my oily complexion, but this just did not work for me. I found the silicone texture too greasy even though it's supposed to not be greasy, and it did not work well under my foundation. I found it clumping in areas that meant more work in blending my foundation and hours later my pores would be appearing. So sadly I didn't get on with this primer.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><u>The Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% Peeling Solution:</u></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;">A controversial one as everyone loves this solution, but for me, it just didn't work. I love the idea of it and the massive benefits it has, but for some reason, my skin just did not get on with it. Usually, if I use a face mask I want to be able to relax, I could not do that with the tingling, itchy feeling this left my skin with. I wouldn't be able to leave it on for the 10-minute max because it felt so uncomfortable. It also left my skin inflamed and irritated once washed off. Maybe my skin is too sensitive to this product or I need to try a new bottle as I have had this one for a while, but overall I didn't enjoy using this.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><u>The Ordinary 'Buffet':</u></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;">Another controversial review, but to be honest I just don't understand this product. The Buffet is a little bit more expensive in the range. It contains multiple anti-ageing ingredients and is supposed to help with ageing or 'buffet' the skin. Personally, I found this didn't do much, maybe the results take much longer to show, but I've read numerous reviews of people seeing results quite dramatically. So I'm not entirely sure.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;">___________________</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><i>What are some of your favourite Ordinary products??</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;">Similar posts:</span></div><i style="color: #999999; font-family: arial; font-size: x-small;"><a href="#" id="https://www.katiesworldofbeauty.co.uk/2017/05/trialing-ordinary-skincare.html" name="https://www.katiesworldofbeauty.co.uk/2017/05/trialing-ordinary-skincare.html">Trialling The Ordinary Skincare</a></i><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: arial; font-size: x-small;"><i><a href="#" id="https://www.katiesworldofbeauty.co.uk/2018/01/101-skincare-ingredients-guide.html" name="https://www.katiesworldofbeauty.co.uk/2018/01/101-skincare-ingredients-guide.html">101 Skincare Ingredients Guide</a></i></span></div>katiesworldofbeautyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16818977053241523828noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-62666876233028774.post-91438388305602170632020-07-31T18:42:00.001+01:002020-08-23T14:43:36.261+01:00My First Impressions: Typology Skincare<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="Typology Skincare" border="0" data-original-height="1280" data-original-width="960" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpnJ7fDCIXokQjq41GOYitV4BaFZhzsv0TSkdAJ3ShrBXMEqOhN3RZi1YEXryA0LYUUERzuc_ms_6KVNQNvtOssxYDUByh5n3zEm7Pv9b7NsbwlnJ_47KSpiyVfSZWOdiMJFH5yIw9Zzw/d/thumbnail_202006165237569143888848762.jpg" style="text-align: left;" /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRD49h2ID4Y9mqR0nnDOCEHIUWqH3_lcuH2wsU7DUyX7xEo6YOe8cLnldyPL20r-fFv7zs4ID16GHyG3G14f3x13jPLwCaqIaz84rzhIIWNshnZAtJQzDaW8UoG2sc2902zL7AsGPRgNI/s1280/thumbnail_202006167212819504200454206.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Typology Skincare" border="0" data-original-height="1280" data-original-width="960" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRD49h2ID4Y9mqR0nnDOCEHIUWqH3_lcuH2wsU7DUyX7xEo6YOe8cLnldyPL20r-fFv7zs4ID16GHyG3G14f3x13jPLwCaqIaz84rzhIIWNshnZAtJQzDaW8UoG2sc2902zL7AsGPRgNI/d/thumbnail_202006167212819504200454206.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #999999; text-align: justify; white-space: pre-wrap;"><font face="helvetica">Who'd have thought the lack of makeup or fresh air during lockdown would change my skin for the better? <i>Not me that's for sure!</i></font></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #999999; text-align: justify; white-space: pre-wrap;"><font face="helvetica"><br /></font></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><font face="helvetica"><font color="#999999" face=""><span style="background-color: white; white-space: pre-wrap;">Whilst quarantining, I have really taken the time to concentrate on my skin and try out some new products </span></font><span style="background-color: white; color: #999999; white-space: pre-wrap;">which have benefitted my skin massively. </span></font><span style="background-color: white; color: #999999; font-family: helvetica; white-space: pre-wrap;">Over the past couple of months, I have been playing around with some new skincare bits from a Parisian brand called: </span><a href="http://Typology." style="font-family: helvetica; white-space: pre-wrap;" target="_blank"><i>Typology.</i></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #999999; font-family: helvetica; white-space: pre-wrap;"> Therefore I thought it's been a minute, why not share my first initial impressions of the brand.</span></div><span><a name='more'></a></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #999999; text-align: justify; white-space: pre-wrap;"><font face="helvetica"><b>Background Story:</b></font></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #999999; text-align: justify; white-space: pre-wrap;"><font face="helvetica"><b><br /></b></font></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: helvetica; text-align: justify; white-space: pre-wrap;">Created by the founder of MADE.com, </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #999999; text-align: justify; white-space: pre-wrap;"><font face="helvetica">Typology is a clean, simple, stripped back skincare brand that has recently just launched online in the UK.</font></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><font face="helvetica" style="color: #999999; text-align: justify; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></font></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><font face="helvetica" style="color: #999999; text-align: justify; white-space: pre-wrap;">They are specifically focused on providing vegan, cruelty-free, no harsh chemical products, </font><span style="color: #999999; font-family: helvetica; text-align: justify; white-space: pre-wrap;">using a high concentration of active ingredients for the best results</span><span style="color: #999999; font-family: helvetica; text-align: justify; white-space: pre-wrap;">. And the same goes for their sleek, clean packaging, using recyclable plastics and aluminum (Which helps keep your products fresher for longer!).</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><font face="helvetica" style="color: #999999; text-align: justify; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></font></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><font face="helvetica" style="color: #999999; text-align: justify; white-space: pre-wrap;">On their website, you can read their<i> <a href="https://uk.typology.com/advices/our-ingredient-blacklist" target="_blank">ingredient blacklist</a></i> which contains 15 ingredients that you will never find in any of their products, with a little explanation why - which is fascinating and quite important to learn about if you're a skincare fanatic like me and loves learning about the science behind beauty.</font></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><font face="helvetica" style="color: #999999; text-align: justify; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></font></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><font face="helvetica" style="color: #999999; text-align: justify; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b><br /></b></font></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><font face="helvetica" style="color: #999999; text-align: justify; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b>The Base Products:</b></font></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: helvetica; text-align: justify; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: helvetica; text-align: justify; white-space: pre-wrap;">Kicking off with the first product I had tried out, the</span><i style="color: #999999; font-family: helvetica; text-align: justify; white-space: pre-wrap;"> <a href="https://uk.typology.com/products/7-ingredient-micellar-water" target="_blank">7 Ingredient Micellar Water*</a></i><span style="color: #999999; font-family: helvetica; text-align: justify; white-space: pre-wrap;"> is a great makeup remover for all skin types. As previously mentioned, I haven't been wearing much makeup over the past few months, but on the off day that I have been, I have used this to remove my makeup. It leaves my skin feeling soft, which I think is down to simply only containing 7 ingredients. My only critic on this product is it can be quite hard to remove stubborn mascara, so I sometimes have to reach for a different product, but other than that this is a great all-round makeup remover!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><font face="helvetica" style="color: #999999; text-align: justify; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></font></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><font face="helvetica" style="color: #999999; text-align: justify; white-space: pre-wrap;">I have never tried a cleansing balm before so the skincare junkie within me was excited to try this out! <a href="https://uk.typology.com/products/purifying-cleansing-bar" target="_blank"><i>The Nettle Purifying Cleanser*</i></a> contains eucalyptus and spearmint essential oil as well as nettle powder, which all help to regulate sebum production, repair, and promote damaged skin and rebalance oiliness. I am still getting the hang of using a cleansing bar, but so far I am enjoying it! What I love most about using this is the ability to use it on your body as well, I find this leaves my skin so soft and smelling amazing. - Pro tip use this in the morning to wake you up!</font></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><font face="helvetica" style="color: #999999; text-align: justify; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></font></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><font face="helvetica" style="color: #999999; text-align: justify; white-space: pre-wrap;">Moving onto a type of product that I've never really heard of before, the <a href="https://uk.typology.com/products/organic-peppermint-hydrolate" target="_blank"><i>Organic Peppermint Hydrolate*</i></a> is a water-based product that you apply after you have cleansed your skin, so a bit like a toner but only more beneficial. This product is suitable for combination, oily, and acne-prone skin and is aimed to purify the skin and relieve any inflammation, which it definitely does! It has helped reduce the appearance of any stubborn scars and has overall helped dramatically with my complexion. I wish I had taken a before/after photo to show the difference it has made. This is also supposedly helpful for sunburn, hives and even has properties to help with blood circulation in the legs! You can also use this to create DIY mouthwashes and homemade toothpaste, so overall an all-rounder product!</font></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><font face="helvetica" style="color: #999999; text-align: justify; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></font></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><font face="helvetica" style="color: #999999; text-align: justify; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b><br /></b></font></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><font face="helvetica" style="color: #999999; text-align: justify; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b>The Treatments:</b></font></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: helvetica; text-align: justify; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: helvetica; text-align: justify; white-space: pre-wrap;">I am a big fanatic of Hyaluronic acids, so I was excited to try out the </span><a href="https://uk.typology.com/products/hyaluronic-acid" style="font-family: helvetica; text-align: justify; white-space: pre-wrap;" target="_blank"><i>Hydrating Hyaluronic acid + 2% B5*</i></a><span style="color: #999999; font-family: helvetica; text-align: justify; white-space: pre-wrap;">. Hyaluronic acid is such an important ingredient to have in your skincare routine as it helps with keeping those wrinkles at bay with hydration! I found this a little more hydrating than The Ordinary Hyaluronic acid, so I like to only use this once or twice a week and switch between the two. My skin definitely looks more hydrated and radiant, I also find makeup goes onto my skin much smoother once I've used this.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><font face="helvetica" style="color: #999999; text-align: justify; white-space: pre-wrap;"><a href="https://uk.typology.com/products/bakuchiol-anti-blemishes-serum" target="_blank"><br /></a></font></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><font face="helvetica" style="color: #999999; text-align: justify; white-space: pre-wrap;"><i><a href="https://uk.typology.com/products/bakuchiol-anti-blemishes-serum" target="_blank">The Bakuchiol Blemish Serum*</a> </i>was the treatment I was most excited about because this is specifically targetted towards imperfections and spots. At first, I wasn't sure about the consistency, it felt greasy and didn't settle into my skin, so definitely an overnight treatment. However, the next morning my skin looked and felt so fresh and healthy! This is definitely a product that takes a while before you see any results in terms of imperfections, but I do think it is a great overnight serum that helps balance your skin out, you just have to be patient with it.</font></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><font face="helvetica" style="color: #999999; text-align: justify; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></font></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><font face="helvetica" style="color: #999999; text-align: justify; white-space: pre-wrap;">The <a href="https://uk.typology.com/products/9-ingredient-lip-balm" target="_blank"><i>9 Ingredient Lip Balm*</i></a> is a great overnight lip product that helps nourish the lips and reduce any tightness/dryness. As the UK has gone through multiple hormonal changes, my lips have suffered, so this product came at a good time has definitely helped with improving the soreness and dryness.</font></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><font face="helvetica" style="color: #999999; text-align: justify; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></font></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><font face="helvetica" style="color: #999999; text-align: justify; white-space: pre-wrap;">Yayy a skincare routine set designed for hormones and imbalances within the skin, the <a href="https://uk.typology.com/woman-periodic-serums" target="_blank"><i>Periodic Serums*</i></a> is the perfect skincare set for any woman who struggles with those imbalances within the skin around the dreading TOM. I've been testing this system out over the past couple of months and have really been able to notice a difference. The first week you start with the Hydrating and Soothing Serum, the second week is the Glow and Bounce Serum, week three is the Hydrating and Astringent Serum and week four is the Mattifying and Anti-Blemish Serum. All of which has made a dramatic difference to my overall skin. I personally love the concept of this as I, unfortunately, suffer from redness and imperfections mostly around the time of the month, so having this system has really helped with keeping my skin balanced.</font></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><font face="helvetica" style="color: #999999; text-align: justify; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></font></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><font face="helvetica" style="color: #999999; text-align: justify; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></font></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><font face="helvetica" style="color: #999999; text-align: justify; white-space: pre-wrap;">Overall I am excited by this brand, I love what Typology represents and how informative the products are. 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<span face="" style="color: #999999;"><span style="background-color: white; font-family: arial;">I enjoyed this series, each episode was easy to pick up and it constantly kept you in suspense with secrets and twists! Nothing was predictable, which is always my concern with these types of mysteries. I think I binged this over a few days! My only critic is the ending wasn't as great as I had hoped for, but the whole storyline and twists make it worth the watch!</span></span></div>
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<span face="" style="color: #999999;"><span style="background-color: white; font-family: arial;"><i>After his teenage daughter goes missing, a widowed surgeon begins uncovering dark secrets of the people closest to him.</i></span></span></div>
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<span face="" style="color: #999999;"><span style="background-color: white; font-family: arial;">I loved this series! Probably more than The Stranger, both of which are written by the same person and acquire the same genre. Safe for me was a bit more dramatic and had more plot twists that kept you in suspense. I also really liked the ending and didn't see it coming, I would 100% recommend this series if you enjoy mystery and suspense.</span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><i>A rivalry between big cat eccentrics takes a dark turn when Joe Exotic, a controversial animal park boss, is caught in a murder-for-hire plot.</i></span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;">I feel like everyone will have watched this by now, but if you haven't I highly recommend you do. The trailer doesn't explain what actually happens in the series, it's not so much about the tigers, it's more about the drama and rivalry between animal park bosses, including bloody Carole Baskin who is the most infuriating person to watch.</span></span></div>
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<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><i><span style="background-color: white;">Never Have I Ever</span><span style="background-color: white;"> is an American coming of age comedy-drama series. It is about an Indian American high school student dealing with the death of her father and the complicated life of school.</span></i></span></div>
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<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;">The synopsis doesn't make it sound as interesting as it actually is, but trust me it is worth adding to your Netflix list. With only half an hour episodes I think I binged this within a few days! This is such a lighthearted and funny series to watch if you are wanting something that has that teen-style element but also deals with a lot of issues like acceptance of identity and social pressure. Trust me this is worth watching!</span></div>
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<span face="" style="color: #999999;"><span style="background-color: white; font-family: arial;"><i>A Cleveland grandfather is brought to trial in Israel, accused of being the infamous Nazi death camp guard Ivan the Terrible.</i></span></span></div>
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<span face="" style="color: #999999;"><span style="background-color: white; font-family: arial;">A very interesting documentary if you are keen to learn more about the history and complex case of an alleged Nazi prison camp guard. This was well put together and very gripping to watch. I would recommend watching it if you aren't aware of who this man was or just want something different to watch.</span></span></div>
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<span face="" style="color: #999999;"><span style="background-color: white; font-family: arial;">This series is honestly so good! I could not stop recommending it to friends and family. Although it is dubbed, which can bother some people it didn't bother me that much. A lot of drama and on edge moments keeping you on your toes. If you like watching survival sort of series, definitely give this a watch.</span></span></div>
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<i><span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: arial;"><span face="" style="color: #999999;"><span style="background-color: white;">The series follows Marianne and Connell through their time at secondary school and college in Ireland. </span></span><span style="background-color: white;">The focus is mainly on their weaving in and out of each other's romantic lives. Marianne is regarded as an oddball, though she rejects having any care for social standing. Connell is a high-achieving athletic student, popular in the school community, though he is diminished by his remaining silent during the bullying of Marianne. This creates complexity as their relationship develops.</span></span></i></div>
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<span face="" style="color: #999999;"><span style="background-color: white; font-family: arial;">This series is amazing! I loved the character's development and I loved Marianne and Connell's hot and cold relationship. It's an easy watch with only 30-40 minute long episodes, though I wish there were more of them to watch as I binged this so fast! I'd quite like to read the book version of this if anyone has, was it worth the read? but overall definitely would recommend!</span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Over the last month or so my skin has really changed for the better - which is surprising considering the number of homemade scones and cakes I've been gobbling away. </span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Perhaps the lack of makeup really does make a difference!</span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I thought I'd share what current skincare products I am religiously using at the moment that has really helped my skin during this lockdown.</span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><b>Pixi Rose Tonic Toner</b></span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Rose waters have been a lifesaver for my skin recently, one thing I seem to get is constant lingering redness after a spot has been and gone. This toner just really helps minimise redness and calm my skin down without aggravating it. I like to use this every other morning once I've cleansed my skin as it's quite refreshing and helps wake my skin up!</span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">If you've been reading my blog for a while, you will know how much I love Origins skincare, especially as a teenager, it really helped with my breakouts. The Out of Trouble Mask is definitely one of my favourite face masks for when my skin breaks out. This contains both, Glycerin and Salicylic Acid, both of which are amazing for restoring skin balance and reducing redness/swelling from spots. I like to use this when I have any angry spots that just need to calm the freak down and it helps do that.</span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I love this stuff! It is so inexpensive, £5.00 - <i>my bus fare costs more than that!</i> I have gone through so many bottles of this stuff over the years and it has remained in my skincare routine throughout. I find this really good for reducing breakouts, redness, and scarring so I like to apply this all over my skin as an overnight treatment. My skin looks a lot less irritated the next day and much smoother. I highly recommend this, it has completely changed the appearance of my skin over the years.</span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Anytime you Google gentle skin exfoliators this never fails to pop up, for years I put off buying this because of how extortionate it is. However, the beloved ASOS had this on offer in a set so I decided to finally give it a go and my goodness it is worth the bestseller label. This is so gentle on the skin that you could use it every day if you wanted to, I like to use this twice a week. It helps brighten my skin and balances out any uneven skin tone, whilst keeping my skin smooth. It is honestly an amazing product and a little goes a long way!</span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I have also been enjoying the Ole Henriksen exfoliating scrub, I probably only use this once a week, but when I do use it my skin feels super soft and looks like I've drunk 2 litres of water - so good! I am always hesitant with bead scrubs just encase my skin has a bad reaction, but with this it never does. It's so refreshing and gentle on my skin I love how it makes my skin look and feel.</span></span></div>
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<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;">Decluttering your house is such a good way to not only give your mind clarity and balance but, also a great way to use your time wisely during the current situation we are all facing.</span><br />
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<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><i>There is usually a little tub on the back of products with a '12m' sign.</i></span><br />
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<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;">3. Products only used once or dried up</span><br />
<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><i>Bye St Moritz Mousse</i></span><br />
<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;">4. Makeup that isn't your shade</span><br />
<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><i>I said goodbye to so many Barbie pink lipsticks that don't suit me!</i></span><br />
<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><i><br /></i></span> <span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;">5. Old, dirty muslin cloths</span><br />
<span><a name='more'></a></span><span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;">6. Perfume bottles that have a drop left</span><br />
<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;">7. Nail polish that has gone a funny colour</span><br />
<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><i><br /></i></span> <span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;">8. Clothes that have stains or holes in them</span><br />
<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><i>Soooo many pairs of socks and tights</i></span><br />
<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><i><br /></i></span> <span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;">9. Clothes that have been worn once and never again in more than 6 months</span><br />
<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;">10. Clothes that don't fit anymore</span><br />
<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><i>More excuse to buy new ones right?</i></span><br />
<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;">11. Clothes that make you go: what the f**k??</span><br />
<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><i>Yeah, I am talking about you T-shirt with a smiley pizza face</i></span><br />
<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><i><br /></i></span> <span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;">12. Bras that have wiring sticking out</span><br />
<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;">13. Bras that have passed their sell by date</span><br />
<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><i>I'm talking ones that have lost their colour, shape etc.</i></span><br />
<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><i><br /></i></span> <span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;">14. Old bedding</span><br />
<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;">15. Towels with holes in them</span><br />
<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;">16. Books you've never read before</span><br />
<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;">17. Books you won't read again</span><br />
<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><i>Bye my teenage favourite Twilight Saga books</i></span><br />
<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><i><br /></i></span> <span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;">18. Old magazines</span><br />
<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;">19. Old letters, appointments</span><br />
<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;">20. Letters with important details on that you can find elsewhere</span><br />
<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;">21. Old Christmas, birthday cards</span><br />
<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;">22. Old receipts</span><br />
<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;">23. Out of date food</span><br />
<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><i>You'd think I was preparing for an apocalypse with the number of tinned soups I had</i></span><br />
<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;">24. Out of date tea or coffee</span><br />
<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;">25. Cracked, chipped mugs</span><br />
<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;">26. Dead house plants</span><br />
<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><i><br /></i></span> <span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;">27. Notebooks that have been used once and replaced</span><br />
<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;">28. Pens that don't work</span><br />
<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;">29. Notebooks that have/will never get used</span><br />
<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><i>So many marble notebooks</i></span><br />
<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><i><br /></i></span> <span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;">30. Earrings without a partner</span><br />
<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;">31. Jewellery that has lost its colour</span><br />
<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;">32. Watches that don't work anymore</span><br />
<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;">33. Chargers for old phones</span><br />
<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;">34. Old phones</span><br />
<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><i>I managed to sell my old Samsung Galaxy online and made a bit of money from it!</i></span><br />
<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><i><br /></i></span> <span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;">35. DVDs that haven't been watched</span><br />
<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;">36. DVDs you can watch on Netflix</span><br />
<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;">37. Games that never get touched</span><br />
<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;">38. Boxes from electronics</span><br />
<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;">39. Excess coat hangers</span><br />
<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;">40. Wrapping paper scraps</span><br />
<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;">41. Candles that have burnt out</span><br />
<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;">42. Worn out hair bobbles</span><br />
<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><i>I am still working on this one.</i></span><br />
<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><i><br /></i></span> <span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;">43. Social media that you never use</span><br />
<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;">44. Unsubscribe to emails you don't ever read</span><br />
<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;">45. Spam/junk folder</span><br />
<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><i>So many emails offering me Viagra...</i></span><br />
<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;">46. Blurred photos</span><br />
<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;">47. Reward/store cards you never use</span><br />
<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><i>A library card? Really, Katie?</i></span><br />
<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><i><br /></i></span> <span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;">48. Old apps from your phone, you never open</span><br />
<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;">49. Delete old contacts or texts</span><br />
<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;">50. People who make you feel unhappy, anxious or doubtful</span><br />
<span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span face="" style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;">51. <u>Negativity</u></span><br />
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<span id="p774" style="background-color: white; color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif; text-align: left;"><span id="p774-pv">At one point, Amazon </span><span id="1296-1297-p774-pv">was</span><span id="p774-pv"> the </span><span id="1218-1219-p774-pv">website</span><span id="p774-pv"> you’d </span><span id="884-p774-pv">go on</span><span id="p774-pv"> to </span><span id="1298-1299-p774-pv">order</span><span id="p774-pv"> the </span><span id="883-p774-pv">latest</span><span id="p774-pv"> Kindle books, affordable phone cases, or </span><span id="1220-1221-p774-pv">dozens</span><span id="p774-pv"> of </span><span class="s-rg-t" id="807-1222-p774-pv">Yankee Candles</span><span id="p774-pv"> for half their price tag.</span></span><span id="p775" style="background-color: white; color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif; text-align: left;"> Never would <span id="815">I</span> <span id="1300-1301">imagine</span> it would be one of the <span id="1223-1224">places</span> <span id="816">I</span> rummage through to <span id="1302-1303">find</span> the best beauty bargains.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><span id="p1383" style="background-color: white; color: #999999;">I am a long time fan of Amazon <span id="p1382">(especially Prime, oh thank goodness for Prime)</span> and have been since 2011, where I would purchase second-hand copies of the classic, Wuthering Heights and The Bell Jar for school.</span></span></div>
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<span id="889">Here</span> are a few of my favourite <span id="843">beauty</span> <span id="1314-1315">finds</span> from Amazon that <span id="821">I</span> would <span id="1316-1317">recommend</span>:</div>
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<b><span style="color: #999999;">Etude House Beauty Face Blur </span><a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Etude-House-Beauty-Korean-Cosmetics/dp/B00ROWCPLO/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1WR4BC2XJ3N6X&keywords=etude+primer&qid=1580652572&sprefix=etude+prim%2Caps%2C190&sr=8-1" target="_blank"><span style="color: #f4cccc;">(link)</span></a></b></div>
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<span id="p782" style="background-color: white; text-align: start;"><span id="822-p782-pl">I</span><span id="p782-pl"> </span><span id="891-p782-pl">originally</span><span id="p782-pl"> </span><span id="893-p782-pl">saw</span><span id="p782-pl"> </span><span id="852-p782-pl">this</span><span id="p782-pl"> </span><span id="1231-1232-p782-pl">product</span><span id="p782-pl"> </span><span id="1318-1319-p782-pl">recommended</span><span id="p782-pl"> under the Korean skincare section, it is highly rated for </span><span id="1320-1321-894-p782-pl">giving</span><span id="p782-pl"> you that 'blurred' makeup finish whilst minimizing your </span><span id="1233-p782-pl">pores</span><span id="p782-pl">, which </span><span id="823-p782-pl">I</span><span id="p782-pl"> </span><span id="918-p782-pl">am </span><span id="892-918-p782-pl">here</span><span id="918-p782-pl"> for</span><span id="p782-pl">.</span></span><span id="p783" style="background-color: white; text-align: start;"><span id="p783-pl"> I was a bit apprehensive at first, with </span><span id="853-p783-pl">this</span><span id="p783-pl"> being a more of a creamy texture and a brand I am unfamiliar with, but I’d go as far as to say </span><span id="854-p783-pl">this</span><span id="p783-pl"> is one of the best, inexpensive primers I have ever tried.</span></span><span id="p784" style="background-color: white; text-align: start;"> Whenever I use this primer, my makeup will last much longer without the need of touching up. I also find it doesn't break my skin out or bank account, which is why I have repurchased this and kept it in my makeup routine.</span><br />
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<span id="p792" style="background-color: white; text-align: start;">When Moroccan Oil was first hyped about on social media <span id="838">it</span> was so hard to get a hold of, however, luckily Amazon was on the ball.</span><span id="p1386" style="background-color: white; text-align: start;"> I have loved/used this hair oil for years, I think it's fair to say, as I have mentioned numerous times about it on my blog.</span><span id="p794" style="background-color: white; text-align: start;"> <span id="830">I</span> <span id="903">always</span> reach for <span id="862">this</span> <span id="871">hair</span> <span id="877">oil</span> in the <span id="1266-1267">summer</span>, especially if <span id="831">I</span> <span id="1358-1359">want</span> to <span id="1360">achieve</span> healthy-looking beach waves.</span><span id="p795" style="background-color: white; text-align: start;"> <span id="863">This</span> <span id="878">oil</span> helps <span id="1361-1362-905">keep</span> <span id="848">my</span> <span id="872-1268-1269">hair</span> in good condition, which <span id="832">I</span> <span id="1363-1364">think</span> you need <span id="904">especially</span> in the <span id="1270-1271">summer</span>.</span><span id="p796" style="background-color: white; text-align: start;"> It <span id="906">also</span> <span id="907">gives</span> <span id="849">my</span> <span id="873-1272-1273">hair</span> a gorgeous shine which looks amazing with beach waves on a sunny holiday.</span><span id="p797" style="background-color: white; text-align: start;"> Definitely <span id="850">my</span> favourite oil for <span id="1365-1366">keeping</span> <span id="851">my</span> <span id="874-1274-1275">hair</span> in amazing condition and something I'd <span id="1367-1368">recommend</span> to anyone with damaged <span id="875">hair</span>.</span></div>
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<span id="p800" style="background-color: white; text-align: start;">This <span id="1278">cream</span> is amazing and can be <span id="1369-1370">used</span> for everything:</span><span id="p801" style="background-color: white; text-align: start;"> chapped <span id="879">lips</span>, dry knees, elbows, hands and even brows. </span><span id="p802" style="background-color: white; text-align: start;"><span id="833">I</span> pop <span id="864">this</span> on just before <span id="1284-1285">bed</span> all over my <span id="880-1286-1287">lips</span> and <span id="1371-1372">let</span> the 8-hour magic <span id="1373-1374">happen</span>.</span><span id="p803" style="background-color: white; text-align: start;"> <span id="834">I</span> also like carrying this in my bag with me to use before the gym to keep my lips hydrated throughout. I h</span><span id="p804" style="background-color: white; text-align: start;"><span id="911">ighly</span> recommend <span id="867">this</span> multi-use product and I am yet to come across a better balm for dry lips.</span></div>
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<span id="p1387" style="background-color: white; text-align: start;">This stuff is great if you suffer with blemishes or imperfections.</span><span id="p1388" style="background-color: white; text-align: start;"> I use this quite regularly as a moisturiser, before I apply my makeup if I know I'm going to be on my feet all day. This really helps with calming down the appearance of blemishes, as well as reducing the redness. I have purchased numerous bottles of this stuff since I first bought it off Amazon and can honestly say it has worked wonders on my skin.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms", sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; text-align: start;">Face rollers are amazing for helping with reducing puffiness, increasing blood flow and flushing out bad toxins in your skin. I purchased mine off Amazon for a much less of a price and although I can't compare it to an expensive one, it does exactly what it said it does. I keep mine in the fridge and use it whenever my skin is in need of some extra TLC. I can honestly say these are amazing and something I will continue to use to keep my skin in the best condition as possible.</span></span></div>
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katiesworldofbeautyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16818977053241523828noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-62666876233028774.post-8037863949318902932020-01-19T17:00:00.000+00:002020-01-19T17:00:03.287+00:00A Skincare Detox<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="background: white; line-height: 115%;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I think I speak for
most when I say January is a lethargic month that just needs to hurry up and
end. So, you've already broken your New Year resolutions, the Christmas decorations
are tucked back in the attic, the days are short and dark, oh, and all the good
Quality Streets are gone. </span></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; line-height: 115%;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Could this month get any worse? Oh, yeah, your skin
is taking a hit from all those shortbread biscuits you’ve had over the
Christmas – <i>well, at least mine has.</i><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="background: white;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><span style="line-height: 115%;">As much as I hate, that Christmas is over, my skin has been in need of some extra-TLC. So I have decided to ditch the chocolate and use this month to give my skin a bit of a </span><span style="line-height: 18.4px;">detox</span><span style="line-height: 115%;"> that it very much craves.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;">I can't put into words how much I love steaming my face, it's such a simple but fundamental step to include in your routine that really benefits your skin. It cleanses your pores, eliminates toxins, it allows your skin to be more receptive to other treatments, it enhances circulation and many other amazing benefits. I have been using this technique every Sunday evening and can definitely see a difference in my skin, especially when it comes to applying products afterwards, my skin is much more receptive towards products and the overall appearance of my skin has improved so much. Plus using a steamer is great for relaxing and winding down, especially if you are feeling stressed!</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;"><b>Double Cleansing - </b><i>Daily</i></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: white; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; line-height: 115%;">For some time,
double cleansing just seemed like an unnecessary, time-consuming step to
my skincare routine that I didn't really need. It's only within the past year I
have incorporated</span> this into my daily routine that I can see what
everybody is talking about. On a day-to-day basis, I go in with the <i>Dermalogica
Pre Cleansing Oil</i> to remove the bulk of my makeup, followed with either <i>Glossier
Milky Jelly Cleanser</i> if my skin is having a good day or <i>Dermalogica Clay Cleanser</i>
if my skin is in dire need of something more targeted towards my spots/redness. I tend to only double cleanse if I have been wearing makeup all day, otherwise I will just use one cleanser. But using two, has definitely helped with keeping my skin in good condition and reduced gaining pesky spots after wearing makeup all day.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;">I personally love a good face mask, I actually sometimes will use a mask just after I have steamed my skin as part of a good pamper evening. I tend to use face masks targeted towards my skin type (oily, spot-prone), so any face masks with salicylic acid or have a clay-like texture, I am here for. A personal favourite at the moment, is the <i>Blue Clay mask by Herbivore</i>, this is a spot treatment mask formulated to help reduce existing spots while detoxifying the skin. I try to use a face mask twice a week to help treat any pesky breakouts or redness my skin tends to get, which definitely has helped with my complexion.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;">I don't know if this is a subconscious thing, but, spraying my face with a facial spray after a shower really helps my skin's overall appearance. I recently invested in a beauty fridge (more on that in another post!), so I keep all my face sprays in there and once I've jumped out of the shower or bath, I like to spray either the <i>Herbivore Rose Hibiscus</i> or <i>Mario Badescu Spray</i> with aloe cucumber and green tea. Both of which have reduced inflammatory ingredients in, which is why I like to use them to help calm down any redness and keep my skin feeling hydrated.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;">Face rollers are great for helping with under eye circles, puffiness on the skin, wrinkles and helping absorb products more easily into the skin. The internet has described these little beauty tools as 'food for the skin'. I keep my roller in the fridge for extra de-puffiness, but these are great for your skin and have so many benefits to them. I like to use mine just when I'm watching Netflix or something for 10 minutes as it requires minimal effort and really helps with any puffiness my face has. Plus, I am not getting any younger, so if something as simple as this is going to help with wrinkles - I am totally on board!</span></span></div>
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katiesworldofbeautyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16818977053241523828noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-62666876233028774.post-5811278691674099122019-02-26T17:43:00.000+00:002019-02-26T17:50:15.670+00:00What I've Watched On Netflix Recently<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">If you've been reading my blog for a while now you most likely will know of my crazy addiction to writing about beauty, travel, food and obliging how-to-guides. If we put all of that on hiatus, another much-loved hobby I enjoy getting into a deep discussion about is documentaries, true-crime, serial killers and the occasional thriller - <i>I promise I am normal, </i>I just like twisted, sinister things to watch.<i> </i></span><br />
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Anyway's I am going off topic, as usual, I decided this year to start talking more about what I have been watching/reading recently on my little blog as it is something I enjoy talking about I'd say, 60% of the time. It means I now no longer have to bore my friends and poor boyfriend with </span><span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">my fascinations and</span><span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"> long conversations.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">So to kick this off I decided to share <i>What I've Watched On Netflix Recently </i>because there has been a fair few series I have binged over the New Year and I decided to rate them out of 10.</span></div>
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<i><span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 16.12px; text-align: left;">What would you do for love? </span></span><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 115%;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Bookstore manager Joe meets graduate student and aspiring writer Beck at his bookstore and falls in love at first sight. Joe becomes obsessed with her and stops at nothing in getting rid of the obstacles that keep her from loving him.</span></span></i></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; line-height: 115%;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Long story short I loved this series, I think I binged watched it within a few days and could not stop recommending it to friends. It's very twisted and creepy, but also incredibly entertaining, a lot of 'on the edge your seat' moments. They have confirmed a series 2 as well!</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I went through so many emotions when I watched this documentary, at first I didn't think I would enjoy it, but when the story unravelled I was hooked. It's a well researched and descriptive documentary that's interesting to see how so many smart people can get pulled into an egomaniac situation.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I loved the concept of being able to control how the plot unravels for the protagonist, but for me, it didn't work. I like to 'Netflix & Chill' so to speak, not Netflix & constantly press choices to decide the characters' fate. It felt more like a story-telling game than a Netflix episode and it did become irritating having to rewatch certain clips if your choices weren't correct.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I love documentaries that stick in your mind for a long time and Abducted in Plain Sight definitely does just that. This was so unlike any other cases I have watched before and it was incredibly twisted and irritating as hell. If you haven't heard about this I suggest you look it up before you do so as it's disturbing to watch.</span></div>
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katiesworldofbeautyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16818977053241523828noreply@blogger.com17tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-62666876233028774.post-61494389673613269472019-02-20T15:50:00.000+00:002019-02-20T17:27:09.841+00:005 Great Bedtime Habits<div style="text-align: justify;">
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Now I'm not going to lie, when I wake up in the morning I sure as hell do not look like Jennifer Garner in 13 Going on 30, who rocks up to work in just a night-dress and some dainty heels. <i>Girl envy right here.</i> However, I do think incorporating some sort of night time routine into your life can definitely benefit you in the morning.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Getting into the habit of coming away from your desk an hour or 2 before bed definitely impacts on the way you sleep. I've gotten into the routine of reading before bed, which probably still isn't as effective, but my mind is relaxed and isn't worrying about things. I find doing this allows me to fall asleep a lot faster.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I've been drinking a cup of herbal tea or hot lemon water for a good few years now and can honestly say it's made a difference in my overall health. I always feel less sluggish, relaxed and cleansed when I drink either of these. I don't know if it's a myth, but having a hot drink an hour or so before bed definitely sets the mood before you go to sleep.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Once I have removed all of my makeup and cleansed my skin, I like to pop my Origins Make A Difference Night Cream onto my skin, yes I said night cream, followed by some sort of treatment depending on my skin that day - 9 times out of 10 is a zit-zapper treatment because I have the skin of a teenager. Having a skincare routine in the evening really helps to feel relaxed and ready for bed. <i>Who'd of thought I'd have night cream though??</i></span><br />
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">If I know I have a busy day ahead of me I will meal prep (who am I kidding it's usually soup), get clothes ironed and laid out and pack my bag the night before, that way my brain is able to relax when I am in bed and in the morning I am not rushing around like a headless chicken and forgetting something.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">There are a couple more minuscule things I like to do before I go to bed that do have I'd say an impact. One of which is to spray my bed with a sleeping spray or use the LUSH Sleepy Body Lotion, I mean it just puts me to sleep even moisturizing my body it's such a chore in itself. I also like to </span><span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">reduce the brightness on my phone so my eyes aren't concentrating so hard on whatever it is I am looking at.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I could have sworn Christmas was yesterday and I was eating my way through a tub of Quality Streets whilst watching a classic festive film. Time really does run away from you. January was a blip. Now here we are in February - chapter 2 out of 12 and Valentine's Day is literally only days away, which means cutesy heart-shaped chocolate will be on offer a day later - <i>silver linings and all that</i>.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I've never really been that into Valentine's Day personally, my boyfriend and I usually buy each other a cheesy pun-related card and cook some sort of concoction involving spaghetti and meatballs and re-enact the iconic Lady & the Tramp scene. I'm kidding, although spaghetti is involved - in a none intimate sort of way.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Valentine's Day is supposedly a day of love so whether you are single or just fancy a cosy night in, having some 'me time' is an important thing to do every now and then, so why not do it on Valentine's Day?</span></div>
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I have put together a little light-hearted post on how to create the perfect galantines night in and have a night of relaxation. P's buy a bath tray from Amazon; it has literally changed my life and increased me to drink in the bath, <i>oops.</i></span></div>
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">So now your bath is ready you then want to grab some skin pampering treats, so a face mask, body scrubs, cleansers etc. When I want to treat my skin I like to use the </span><span style="color: #999999;"><i><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><u>Glossier Milky Jelly Cleanser</u></span><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"> </span></i></span><span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">to start off with, as it's so soft and kind to my skin. I then pop on some of the <u><i>Herbivore Blue Clay Face Mask</i></u> - perfect for oily spot prone skin. I also like to bring some other essentials like a cup of herbal tea or pink gin if I really want to push the boat out. At the moment, I am enjoying reading in the bath - it's my therapy. The book I am enjoying at the moment is <i><u>Ice Cream for Breakfast by Laura Jane Williams,</u></i> which is such a witty, humorous and inspiring book that is so easy to dip in and out of.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">As I previously mentioned time does run away from me, perhaps my excessively long baths are the reason? Anyway's, once fully pampered and cleansed I then go onto either cooking or ordering something yummy to eat. If I really want to treat myself I will order a Chinese or a Wagamama's *<i>thank you Deliveroo for delivering this into my life*</i>. Or I will cook something really tasty, but 9 times out of 10 if I want to treat myself it's usually takeout.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><span style="color: #999999;">So you're in your cosy pyjamas and stuffed with food, now's the time to do you. Whatever it is you enjoy doing to relax whether that's watching a good Netflix series, in my case; it's been a not-so-relaxing True Crime series. Read a book, play a game, whatever it is try and spend more time in-the-moment and less time on your phone scrolling Instagram. Phones are so distracting nowadays, I've spoken about this in my How To Digital Detox post </span><a href="https://www.katiesworldofbeauty.co.uk/2017/05/how-to-have-digital-detox.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ea9999;"><i>here</i></span></a><span style="color: #999999;"> if you are interested.</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I find it so bizarre that 10 years ago I would be staying up past midnight, trying to make the most of time, whereas now I am usually in bed around 10 and asleep by 11 at the latest. Oh, how things have changed. I love my bed and I love early nights, I am one of these people who if I don't get 8 or more hours sleep I will probably be running on coffee and attitude for the next day. Not to sound like your doctor, but sleep is so important it helps reset your brain and relaxes your body, which is what you need to complete a cosy Valentines or any sort of pampering evening night in.</span></div>
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katiesworldofbeautyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16818977053241523828noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-62666876233028774.post-46218719810754237592019-01-21T14:53:00.001+00:002019-01-21T15:30:28.524+00:00My Best Discoveries in Beauty Advent Calendars<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">For the last 3 years, I have treated myself to a beauty advent calendar with a variety of skincare and makeup brands. The ASOS Beauty Advent Calendar has been a favourite of mine for the past two years and every beauty discovery I chat about in this post is in fact out of their last two calendars. They always include iconic brands we have all heard or loved and everything you receive gets put to good use.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Although beauty advent calendars can cost up to a month's worth of rent or in my case eating cuppa soup's for lunch until next payday. They are worth it if you are interested in trying new products out or just have a <strike><i>substantial</i></strike> slight addiction to beauty.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I have always been a fanatic of the brand Alpha-H especially their Liquid Gold that has saved my skin over the years from uninvited face spots. So I was thrilled to open a door and discover the<b> Alpha-H Clear Skin Daily Facial Wash</b>. At the age of 25, you'd think my skin would be through with hormonal spots, right? Well, no but this stuff does help maintain the unfriendly beasts by reducing the redness and drying those suckers out. This facial gel cleanser contains tea tree which is, of course, amazing for spots. I have rapidly become a fan of this product and will definitely be purchasing the full size and adding it to my skincare shelf.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">...Whilst we are on the topic of cleansing I might as well kill two birds with one stone and mention my <b>Foreo Luna Play Cleansing Brush</b> that I use to buff the cleanser in with. Firstly let us just address the fact I received a pink mini Foreo Luna Cleansing Brush in one of my ASOS calendars! And secondly, this is such a sweet little brush perfect for travelling with and so easy to use. I don't use this every day, but when I do my skin feels so soft and luminous. Cleansing brushes tend to be quite abrasive on my sensitive skin, but this little Luna is just so relaxing and gentle on my skin I can see what the fuss is about now.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">The <b>Clinique Moisture Surge Gel</b> couldn't have come at a better time as I was on the hunt for a new moisturiser. Finding the perfect moisturiser is like finding the invisibility cloak in Harry Potter - rare and only a few have found it. My skin is a combination of everything so you can imagine the struggles I have to deal with. This moisturiser is great when my skin is going through a bit of everything, this restores balance to my skin and the gel texture helps keep my skin feeling refreshed.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">If you've been reading my blog for a while you will know it's very rare I mention makeup brushes, purely because I'm a Beauty Blender kind of gal and loyal to my Real Technique brushes. However the past two advent calendars ASOS have included the <b>Contour and Tapered Blending Brushes by Luxie</b>. I like to use the blending brush for my eyeshadow crease and the contour brush for mostly bronzing my cheeks. These brushes are cruelty-free which is always a good thing and they're so soft and easy to blend makeup on the skin.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I did a little in the head squeal to myself when I opened a door to discover a mini-sized bottle of the <b>Iconic London Drops</b>. After seeing these drops posted all over social media the easily-influenced beauty fanatic that I am wanted to buy these, but I knew if I did I would never finish the bottle, as it's very rare I complete a liquid highlighter. So this was perfect to receive! If you are a swot for highlighting you will know how amazing these liquid drops are. It can be added to a foundation, primer or moisturiser for super-versatile glow, but even on its own you only need the tiniest amount and your face is instantly glowing like Edward Cullen, but in a lot less subtle way.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Overall, I am so happy that I have managed to discover some amazing products in my beauty advent calendars, not only because it would be a waste of money otherwise, but because I have found some keepers that are now apart of my skin and makeup routine that has made a difference. Definitely would recommend beauty advent calendars or even beauty subscription boxes if you want to expand your love for beauty.</span></div>
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katiesworldofbeautyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16818977053241523828noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-62666876233028774.post-78115582611155294382019-01-09T10:09:00.000+00:002019-03-01T17:52:14.102+00:00A Foodies Guide to Amsterdam<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Amsterdam is the perfect city to just chill the hell out by cycling around the canals or getting lost around the centre. All the exploring and site seeing is amazing, but it really does give you a huge appetite.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">One of my favourite things to do before I visit a city is research all the amazing local cuisines and explore the quirky hidden foodie spots.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Here I have put together a guide on all the snacky-foods I was able to try during my time in Amsterdam or spots I would recommend that isn't on a typical Dutch food guide.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">A stroopwafel is a waffle made from two thin layers of baked dough with a caramel syrup filling in the middle. These are very popular in the Netherlands and almost every street corner in the centre sells them either made from scratch or in mini packets to take away. The smell of these delicious sweet treats instantly draws you in and the taste of these is amazing and so moreish! You can easily eat a whole bag of the minis in one go, <i>not that I did of course...</i></span><br />
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Something I saw quite frequently on Instagram was this quirky, chic cafe and its amazing picture-esc smoothie bowls. Obviously, I was sold to try the unicorn bowl and I can confirm it was amazing and so healthy. They also sell delicious pancakes, salad bowls and the cutest little snacks at the counter. It is definitely a good spot to come for brunch or even just to take out a scrumptious unicorn doughnut. As well as selling delicious, photo-worthy foods, they also sell cute home decor and accessories, which I believe you can buy off their website. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">This cafe was probably a highlight for me and somewhere I would definitely visit again.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">If you are into freakshakes or just want a sugar-overload <i>which we clearly did, </i>definitely check Corner Bakery out. They do of course other breakfast foods, but I think the milkshakes are what draws a lot of attention. I mean why would you not want to eat your weight in cream and all sweet things as well as devouring a delicious milkshake at the end? I personally could not eat all mine I had to scoop the cream off and my boyfriend finished the drink. It tasted amazing and definitely something you have to try at least once.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">When visiting local supermarkets my boyfriend and I was constantly coming across this chocolate brand. It reminds me of Wonka chocolate bars from the packaging, so we decided to try a few flavours. I went for milk chocolate caramel with sea salt and my boyfriend went for white chocolate raspberry sugar crack. Both of which tasted absolutely amazing! I loved the chocolate so much I grabbed some through the airport on my way home. Definitely try this chocolate they do so many amazing flavours.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">One place we visited for dinner was Thrill Grill, a restaurant that sells amazing burgers with delicious sides. This place was recommended when we looked up top burger places to try in Amsterdam and it did not let us down. The atmosphere was very chilled and the food was so cheap and tasted so good. For a burger and two sides, it cost 15 euros. I went for the chicken burger with wasabi sauce and a side of fries and onion rings. My boyfriend went for a classic burger with fries and seasonal veggies. My burger came with a drip of soy sauce you squeeze into the bun for extra flavour, which was pretty cool! Definitely check this place out if you love burgers, they also sell organic black buns and vegan options too!</span></div>
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">We tried so much food in Amsterdam that I am recovering from withdrawal symptoms from those waffles. We didn't always try your typical Dutch foods as we wanted to give hidden gems a try as well. But other Dutch foods that are recommended to try are Herring, Poffertjes (baby pancakes), croquettes and Heineken Beer.</span><br />
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katiesworldofbeautyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16818977053241523828noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-62666876233028774.post-77782357712296653522018-11-30T17:14:00.000+00:002019-03-01T17:50:31.484+00:00Skincare Lessons I've Learnt in my Early 20s<div style="text-align: justify;">
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">It's no secret that skincare is a huge passion of mine, I mean, the clue is in the name of my blog. Throughout my teenage years, my skin has gone through it all with hormonal acne, inflammation, scarring, dark circles, blackheads...you name it it's probably been there. I have always been quite cautious and mindful about what products benefit my skin or what are a complete waste of money, especially now that I am in my early twenties.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Since I am almost 25, *<i>sobs to self uncontrollably* </i>the year of being stuck in the middle of not being close to 20 anymore but also edging that little bit closer to hitting that 30 milestones. I figured now is a good time to share what skincare lessons I have learnt so far.</span><br />
<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Even though there have been no signs of grey hairs or wrinkles yet, <i>touch wood, </i>I have started incorporating things into my beauty regime to help postpone ageing and read up on what I should be doing now for my skin.</span><br />
<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">A lot of people don't believe that creams and gels, impact your skin from ageing, which is fair enough. But if my dad who's in his 50s has no sign of wrinkles and his reasoning is down to moisturizing every day, then I'm going to think there is some truth behind it. </span><br />
<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><i><br /></i></span> <span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><i>"Even though your skin's appearance likely won't change much in your 20s, you're essentially living on credit until your 30s, 40s, and 50s."</i></span><br />
<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><b>1. Start Eye Creams When You're Young</b></span><br />
<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I've used eye creams ever since I turned 21 and it has 100% improved the appearance of my under eyes. They're not for everyone, but for someone who unfortunately looks like death if I'd had less than 8 hours sleep or wakes up with puffy eyes, they're really good. My eyes feel really hydrated even after a night out of dehydration with alcohol. I definitely think they work for keeping your under eyes in good condition.</span><br />
<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">A few favourites:</span><br />
<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><i>Origins Ginzing Eye Cream</i></span><br />
<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><i>Kiehl's Creamy Eye Treatment</i></span><br />
<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><b>2. SPF is SO Important</b></span><br />
<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Unfortunately, growing up I was one of those people who thought 'you only need SPF when it's hot outside' and I was so wrong! SPF is so important to help with not only shielding your skin from ageing (fine lines and wrinkles) but, reduces the risks of skin cancer. I am starting to sound like a doctor, but I want to look as young as possible for as long as possible!</span><br />
<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><b>3. Retinoids Are Your Best Friend</b></span><br />
<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Truthfully, I never even heard of retinoid until The Ordinary came around and I researched the science behind these miracle workers. Retinoids stimulate the production of new skin cells, they help with fading dark spots, hyperpigmentation and acne scarring. They renew the skin and treat acne, reduce the appearance of fine lines and help with skin discolouration. I try to use this ingredient in my skincare at least once a week and I can say it does help with reducing dark spot scars, but I imagine these sorts of products won't show results they will just help prevent future fine lines etc.</span><br />
<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">A few favourites:</span><br />
<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><i>The Ordinary Retinoid 2%</i></span><br />
<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><i><br /></i></span> <span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><b>4. <strike>Face Wipes</strike>, Cleanse</b></span><br />
<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Although it may seem like the perfect thing to use when you can't be bothered to take your makeup off, face wipes do more harm than good for your skin. If I ever use them, it's to remove harsh eye makeup, but I won't ever use them for my skin purely because of how bad they can be. A lot of face wipes contain alcohol or fragrances which can strip the natural oils from your skin's barrier and dehydrate your skin. They also don't remove all layers of makeup, even though they may seem like they do, this can make your skin breakout. I like to remove my makeup with micellar water and then go in with either my Liz Earle Cleanse & Polish or the Glosser Milk Jelly Cleanser and my skin feels 1000% clean compared to face wipes.</span><br />
<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><b>5. Some Products Do More Harm Than Good</b></span><br />
<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I am not going to throw brands under the bus, but during my teenage days especially, I was so desperate and unmindful on what will treat my spots that I would buy into those overpriced skincare advertisements and only see temporary changes. What I've learnt from this apart from buying expensive products doesn't always mean miracles are going to happen, but also to be aware of what ingredients are actually in the products. A lot of products can contain ingredients that can worsen your skin, so be mindful of that. I always like to use a cosmetic ingredient site to tell me what ingredients are inside products and the harm they can cause before I consider trying them.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">What's that Katie, you've gone away again? Yes, I know I've had a serious case of the travel bug this year, I need help. </span><br />
<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">No more this year I promise...</span><br />
<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Once you've had a taste of what the world has to offer you sort of become addicted to exploring different cities, learning about the cultures and trying the local cuisines. It was my boyfriends birthday recently and what better excuse than to go away, right?</span><br />
<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">This time we decided to take a long weekend break to the staggering city of Amsterdam. We didn't fancy the 12 or so hour journey on the ferry, so we hopped on a plane that took just over an hour to get there. We had 3 full days to explore this beautiful city which was more than enough time to get a taste of the Dam.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><b>The Sex Museum</b></span><br />
<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Everything in Amsterdam is relatively close by and you can cycle your way around the city or get a tram, which is what we did 99% of the time with our 3-day tram pass. We were tempted to rent a bike, but my god I wouldn't be here writing this post if I had rented one, they are crazy! One of the first things we did was took a tram to the centre and visit the Sex Museum. This is one of the most visited museums in Amsterdam and is quite interesting and...peculiar. This museum mostly contains pornographic imagery and sexual objects. Definitely somewhere to visit with your partner if you are curious or just fancy a giggle like we did.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><b>Anne Franks House</b></span><br />
<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">This was something I wanted to explore, but because of the extortionate pricing and the fact it was so busy, we decided to just visit the place from the outside instead. If you are into your history and don't mind the waiting line to go in, definitely would recommend coming here. Apparently, the home is meant to be very moving and not a lot has been changed, so it very much feels like you are a part of that era.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><b>Artis Zoo</b></span><br />
<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Probably my favourite part of Amsterdam and not something I would have expected was definitely the zoo. I would go far enough as to say this is the best zoo I've ever been to because it's so engaging with the animals and at times it didn't feel like it was a zoo. There were lemurs running freely around your feet, monkeys within touching distance and elephants splashing the crowd. I felt like a big kid at this zoo I was forever running off from my boyfriend to see the animals. We spent a good 3 and a half hours here, it is huge and definitely takes up most of your time. Would highly recommend coming here if you have a spare day to see the animals.</span><br />
<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Tip: Try and come around lunch time when the elephants get fed, it is amazing!</span><br />
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><b>Canal Tour</b></span><br />
<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">As there are over 165 canals in Amsterdam there are dozens of companies offering canal cruises or tours of the city. I wanted to book the evening tour where you could dine with pizza, but we opted for a daytime cruise around the city. I really enjoyed this tour it took the weight off my feet for an hour or so and we got to learn historical facts about Amsterdam, as well as capture beautiful photos of buildings. I think what made this canal tour so good was the crispy autumnal weather. Definitely check out these tours there are so many options to choose from throughout day and evening.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><b>The Red Light District</b></span><br />
<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Typically what Amsterdam is known for and something you HAVE to experience in my opinion is the Red Light District. It was an experience for sure and the atmosphere in the evenings is what makes the RLD so captivating. If you don't do crowds, but want to check the area out, go during the day as it is a lot less crazy. I found it really fascinating to take a peek into other peoples lifestyles.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I personally loved Amsterdam it was so interesting to experience the atmosphere and what this beautiful city has to offer. We would definitely go back as there is just so much more to do and see! </span><br />
<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I have a food guide post going up soon as well if you wondered where all the snaps of the food were, don't you worry it deserved a whole post to itself!</span><br />
<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><b>Tips/Advice:</b></span><br />
<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">1. Watch out for bikes! Literally almost got killed a million times</span><br />
<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">2. Don't take or buy any drugs from dealers in the streets</span><br />
<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">3. Watch for pickpockets around the District</span><br />
<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">4. Try stroopwafels they are amazing!</span><br />
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">There is nothing worse than waking up with an unwanted friend <i>or two</i> on your face, especially if you have to make contact with humans beyond your front door. Even at the age of 24 I still get unpaid rent tenants living on my face, but I think I've managed to find some zit-zapper treatments that maintain them. FINALLY.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #ea9999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><i>The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + 1% Zinc <b>£5.00</b></i></span><br />
<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Truth be told, my skin gets on more with The Ordinary's Niacinamide than the Salicylic Acid, as it's a lot less drying and harsh on my skin. This product isn't targeted directly to people with acne prone skin, but it does help reduce the appearance of blemishes and balances visible sebum activity. This is my second tube of this stuff, I love it! I apply it onto my skin every other morning and evening before moisturizing and I have definitely noticed it has helped with reducing redness and the appearance of any breakouts I may have. It doesn't necessarily get rid of the spot altogether, but it is a good product for reducing the appearance of spots.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Quite possibly the most expensive facial oil I have <i>and will ever </i>own, I definitely must have been feeling like I was rich when I purchased this! This is such an amazing product and is definitely a cult favourite. Infused with salicylic acid, tea tree and black cumin seed oil, all help with reducing the appearance of and prevents future breakouts. I apply this once a week onto my skin <i>as it is too goddamn expensive to use every day! </i>in the evening before bed and instantly the next morning my skin will feel plumped and dewy. I also find this product brings out any upcoming spots to its surface a lot quicker. This product isn't harsh on my skin or strips it from any natural oils, which is surprising as salicylic acid is usually quite harsh.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">A recent discovery added to my skincare cabinet, this drying lotion is the best overnight treatment for quick-fixes. It is, as it says on the front a 'drying' lotion, so bear that in mind when you dab this onto any breakouts. It does contain salicylic acid, so I like to use this whenever a pesky white head spot appears and just dab a tiny bit over the spot with a cotton bud and leave overnight. By the next morning, the spot will have reduced in size dramatically and it helps repair my complexion, as I find with spots I tend to have leftover redness.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><i>101 Skincare Mistakes | <a href="http://www.katiesworldofbeauty.co.uk/2018/06/101-skincare-mistakes.html" target="_blank">Link</a></i></span><br />
<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><i>101 Skincare Ingredients | <a href="http://www.katiesworldofbeauty.co.uk/2018/01/101-skincare-ingredients-guide.html" target="_blank">Link</a></i></span><br />
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katiesworldofbeautyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16818977053241523828noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-62666876233028774.post-45947398598654505192018-11-06T16:56:00.000+00:002019-03-01T17:48:54.282+00:00Three From Nivea<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I can be a little bit of a snob when it comes to skincare, a lot of products I use in my daily skincare routine tend to be on the more high-end as I find these just work for my skin more effectively. However, one skincare brand I always reach for within drugstore is Nivea. I've used Nivea products as a spotty teenager and as a young adult and have always reached for this brand to remove my makeup and to hydrate my body. Plus it's inexpensive which is always a bonus!</span></div>
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">For today's post, I wanted to share with you my top 3 Nivea products and why they have become a staple in my skincare regime.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">When it comes to removing my makeup I have tried all the micellar waters, but only a small few don't dry or disrupt my sensitive skin. I like to use micellar water to remove the bulk of my makeup and then go in with a double cleanse. <b><a href="https://www.boots.com/nivea-face-micellair-professional-wipes-10253125" target="_blank">Nivea MicellAIR Make-up Remover Wipes</a></b> are great for removing long-lasting makeup and waterproof mascara without drying the skin out. I don't tend to use wipes in my skincare routine, but these are amazing for removing harsh eye makeup without drying, which is down to the black tea extract that helps reducing skin puffiness.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Once I have removed my eye makeup with the wipes I like to then go in with the <b><a href="https://www.boots.com/nivea--micellair-professional-eye-make-up-remover-125ml-10253124" target="_blank">MicellAIR Make-Up Remover</a></b>. This lightweight formula also includes black tea extract as well as green tea extract, which is great for sensitive skin. I remove the bulk of my makeup with this water and it sweeps it away with one step. It doesn't irritate my skin or dry it out, which is why I like this brand. It's so quick and easy to remove my makeup without breaking my skin out.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><span style="color: #999999;">If I double cleanse my skin or want something lightweight, I occasionally use the </span><b><span style="color: #999999;">Nivea Face Cleansing Lotion</span></b><span style="color: #999999;">. This lotion cleanses thoroughly yet mildly, protecting the skin's natural moisture balance and prevents drying the skin out. You can also use this as a makeup remover, but I have not tried it for that. I tend to use this if my skin is in need of hydration or if I have had quite thick makeup on all day and need some balance put into my skin.</span></span></div>
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katiesworldofbeautyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16818977053241523828noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-62666876233028774.post-61020917564511112022018-09-26T11:00:00.000+01:002018-09-26T11:00:48.713+01:00Colour Palette Transition<div style="text-align: justify;">
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I love when the season starts to change and since autumn is upon us, this generally means I swap my floral dresses for knitted jumpers and nude lips for berry shades. Autumn is definitely my favourite season of all, I love the dark evenings and the chilly air, also all the festivities are almost upon us. I have started to switch up my makeup routine and decided to share what I've transitioned in my routine.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Shades usually associated with autumn are mustard, berry, brown and taupe. So when I am wanting an autumnal eye look I tend to reach for my <b>Morphe Palette 350s</b> as this palette has loads of shimmery autumn shades - just look at that burnt orange! The pigmentation on this palette is incredible, you can create some amazing looks for autumn both during the day and night. I also quite enjoy the <b>H&M Eyeshadow's</b> too these are much cheaper and are great for travel. They aren't as pigmented as Morphe, but H&M do have an amazing collection of autumnal eyeshadows as well as nail polish and lipsticks. I like to purchase a couple of shades from them for autumn instead of buying a full eyeshadow palette.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">When it comes to blushers I tend to switch them up quite often, but the ones I am currently reaching for are the <b>Laura Mercier Skin Cheek Blusher</b> or <b>NARS Dual Intensity</b>. I love the Laura Mercier and Nars blushers they are definitely both good for shade range and pigmentation. I have the LM blusher in 'plum radiance' which is a gorgeous natural-looking shade that brightens and illuminates the face. I like to use this if am wanting a blusher without any shimmer, but if I am after shimmer I tend to reach for this NARS Dual in the shade 'Fervor'. What I love about this blusher is the silky, wet/dry formula that creates a healthy glow. Both blusher shades are amazing for autumn and are so long lasting!</span><br />
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I do love a berry shade in autumn so for those days I am feeling daring I reach for the classic <b>MAC 'rebel' Lipstick</b>. A creamy lipstick formula with a soft cushiony feel and satin finish. I love how creamy these lipsticks are, I personally don't like matte shades without a bit of moisture in the autumn especially. Another alternative I have been reaching for is the <b>Topshop Everything Stick</b> in the shade 'defiant'. Topshop does some amazing makeup that is definitely worth checking out. This is such a good multi-purpose product that is perfect for on the go and travel. You can swipe this on your lips, cheeks and even contour with some of the shades. I personally only use this on my lips, but the shade is so autumnal and the consistency is beautiful and creamy. I am definitely going to check out more of their shades.</span><br />
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katiesworldofbeautyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16818977053241523828noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-62666876233028774.post-42967981928721331252018-09-07T12:47:00.000+01:002019-03-01T17:47:56.749+00:00End of Summer Favourites<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Summer is officially at an end, we can finally say goodbye to long days and say hello to cold evenings and thick, knitted jumpers. Autumn is definitely my favourite time of the year I just love all the mustard and burnt orange colours and being able to layer up in jumpers. Even though summer is at an end <i>*mourns*</i> we have had a nice one here in the UK <i>(minus those humid evenings!)</i>, so I decided to wrap summer up and share what I have loved this past couple of months.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">As much as I love false tanning I just don't have the patience or the number of bed sheets to be applied every day. Gradual moisturizing tans are something I always reach for as they are just so simple to apply and give your skin a lovely colour. I find out of all the gradual tans I have tried, this one is the one I return to the most as it doesn't leave your skin with a strong biscuit scent and it doesn't apply patchily. I used this before I went to Gran Canaria and it just helped so much with looking healthy and tanned <i>(plus it doesn't stain your sheets - bonus!)</i>.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I have used and loved this hair oil for years I think it's fair to say as I have mentioned it numerous times you are probably bored sick of me mentioning it. But I always reach for this hair oil in the summer, especially if I want to achieve healthy-looking beach waves. This oil helps keep my hair in good condition which I think you need especially in the summer. It also gives my hair a gorgeous shine which looks amazing with beach waves on a sunny holiday. Definitely my favourite oil for keeping my hair in amazing condition and something I'd recommend to anyone with damaged hair.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I personally only use this thermal spray when I am abroad for sunburn or to cool down with, but you can also use this for skin irritation, after removing make-up, after shaving or hair removal too. I have quite sensitive skin so this product is perfect for me when my skin is agitated as it just helps calm it down whilst moisturizing. This travel-friendly bottle is perfect to pop in your bag for on the go and in need of a refresh. Definitely been a lifesaver during the humid evenings!</span></div>
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I have tried a lot of powdery highlighters and out of them, this is my favourite by far <i>heartbroken I hit pan though. </i>This product is a smooth and extremely pigmented highlighter that gives your skin a beautiful champagne colour (perfect with a tan). I find with powdery highlighters that they tend to fall off my face by the end of the day, but with this one, it doesn't budge! Plus, it picks up amazingly in photos and natural light which is why I absolutely loved it when I was on holiday.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">CT lipsticks are so beautiful not only on the outside but on the inside as well. Pillow Talk is the perfect nude pink matte lipstick for every day and for a special occasion. Enriched with soothing orchid and Lipstick tree extracts, lips appear fuller and wider. It is such a long-lasting, moisturizing lipstick for a matte texture. </span><span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I am yet to try the lip liner that pairs with it, but I have heard amazing things about that as well.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><span style="color: #999999;">My cult staple summer scent has got to be the classic Marc Jacob's Daisy perfume. If you like fresh, floral, succulent scents definitely give this a whiff if you haven't already. It is my go-to summer fragrance and I always feel heartbroken when I am near the end of a bottle.</span></span></div>
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katiesworldofbeautyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16818977053241523828noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-62666876233028774.post-9427128089645707542018-08-29T12:59:00.000+01:002019-03-01T17:47:33.825+00:004 Cult Beauty Picks<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I have spent more money than I care to admit on Cult Beauty's website over the years. There's something ever-so-special about spending time scrolling through their website and treating yourself to a brand new beauty product. It's quite difficult to get your hands on a lot of these cult-loves, which is what makes spending your pennies on this website that little bit more special. I've loved everything I've ordered from Cult Beauty, but if I had to choose my top 4, these would be those.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I was recommended to try this product years ago and still to this day it fits into my skincare routine, which to me is a cult favourite. I have ordered numerous bottles of this stuff from CB and will continue to do so. This exfoliating, overnight treatment delivers so much better for your skin! I find exfoliating gels/scrubs quite harsh on my skin, so I tend to stay away from those and only use exfoliating acids, that you apply with a cotton pad. This product contains 5% glycolic acid (which is a great ingredient for discolouration and pigmentation). It's amazing for those dark spots that leave redness, acne scars and anti-ageing! I've definitely noticed a difference in my complexion when I've used this product. My skin looks much more glowing and I've definitely noticed this has helped with acne scarring. Definitely worth the 5 stars on their website!</span></div>
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I've always found cleansing gels a lot more beneficial for my skin type and Oskia's Renaissance Cleansing Gel has really helped strengthen my skin over the years. Containing vitamins C, B2 and E, pumpkin enzyme and much more goodness. This isn't my daily cleanser, but I do like to use this when my skin is in need of brightening or calming down. My skin always feels so smooth and radiant when I've used this product, which is why I only like to use it when my skin is having a freak-out. It probably is targeted towards people with more dry-normal skin, but because I use quite drying spot treatments, this helps to restore balance into my skin.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I was a bit hesitant to try this foundation out, as I am quite picky with how I want my foundation to look, but I took a gamble and gave this 'I woke up like this' foundation a go. First off, this foundation gives you a medium-to-full coverage which is perfect for those long days or as more of an evening foundation as it doesn't give you flashback in photos! This is such a natural, dewy looking foundation that sits on my skin so nicely and is so easy to blend out. I like to use this as my going out foundation because of how flawless, it makes my skin look and how amazing the coverage is. It's definitely up there with my Double Wear as a cult favourite foundation.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I have been after this palette for so so so long and finally, I joined the waiting list and impatiently waited for that Cult email to say it's in stock. Containing an array of warm neutrals, this 35-pan palette is a must have to be added in your makeup stash. You have every shade you could ever want and can create so many amazing looks for both day and night! These shadows are so pigmented and long lasting! - A little tip I like to wet my eyeshadow brush before applying they shimmery shadows to my lid, just to enhance the colour even more. Definitely, a one to buy if you are really into your shadows.</span></div>
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katiesworldofbeautyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16818977053241523828noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-62666876233028774.post-3523488197000511542018-06-28T09:36:00.001+01:002019-03-01T17:46:40.402+00:00101 Skincare Mistakes<div style="text-align: justify;">
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Following up from my 101 Skincare Ingredients Guide I've decided to write a little 'skincare series' on all the beauty knowledge I have learnt. When it comes to taking care of our skin we aren't perfect, we're all guilty for sleeping in our makeup after a night out or picking a spot every now and then. It is important to take care of your skin, especially when you are younger to help benefit when you are older.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><b>1. Picking or touching your face</b></span><br />
<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Most of the time you won't even realise you're doing it, but touching your skin or picking at it can be seriously bad for your skin in the long run. I am a sinner for picking a whitehead, it's probably the most common mistake ever. Think of it this way every time you touch/pick at your skin you are damaging it and running the risk of leaving scars and holes, gross.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">It might feel amazing at the time scrubbing your skin with an overly harsh facial exfoliator every other day, in the hope, it'll shift those dead skin cells. But it won't be permanent. Once or twice a week is much more beneficial than every other day. I actually avoid facial scrubs and only stick to watery exfoliating substances that require just a wipe over the face (Pixi Glow Tonic). Over-exfoliating can remove your skin protective barriers and strip away the natural oils.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Guilty as charged. Now I'm going to break this down to you in the hope it'll change your future-drunken self to stop doing. Sleeping with makeup on can cause eye infections, wrinkles, breakouts, broken eyelashes and clogs your pores. Since learning this no matter what state I am in I always make sure to remove my makeup before my head hits the hay.</span><br />
<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><b>4. Skipping Moisturizer</b></span><br />
<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I have oily/combination/acne/whatever it wants to be kind of skin, therefore using a moisturizer is crucial. I did however use to fall into the trap of 'adding more cream to my face will make it worse', until I realised how important it is to moisturize. My Dad has amazing skin and he told me all he does is moisturise! I've noticed so many older people with amazing skin and they all say its off moisturizing. I am for sure a believer that what you do for your skin now will benefit in the long run. Hopefully doing this will postpone wrinkles!</span><br />
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">It's been drilled into our head from our family to wear sun cream and even though we listen, we never really think about applying sun cream on days it's not sunny - or at least I didn't. This <a href="https://www.annmariegianni.com/read-this-and-you-will-never-skip-sunscreen-again/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">article</a> really opened my eyes on how important it is to apply SPF even on days you don't think you need to. My primer has a high SPF so my skin isn't at as much risk of sun exposure.</span><br />
<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><b>6. Not washing your face</b></span><br />
<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Seems like such a simple thing to skip out of your routine, but it is so important on how your skin appears. I wash my face every morning and evening and it's becoming a routine for me to do. Think of it this way you wake up with dead skin cells, sleep on your face and if you were to go outside your skin is then hit with pollution and germs! If you don't wash your face you are more prone to breakouts, premature ageing etc.</span><br />
<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><b>7. Not changing your bedding often</b></span><br />
<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I think because I've suffered from bad skin since I was around 14-15 I've had the basic skincare tips drilled into my brain and one of which is changing your bedding often. I change my bedding either once or twice a week and I am forever swapping my pillowcases around. A bit similar to No.6, your skin produces dead skin cells overnight as well as your hair, therefore it's important to change your bedding and keep your skin away from bacteria.</span><br />
<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><b>8. Not using the right products for your skin type</b></span><br />
<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Your skin could be dry one day so you apply a thick moisturiser and the next week, it's oily so you don't use any. Your skin needs balance and it's important to know what your skin type is before you think about what products to buy. Price doesn't always determine quality, I've bought products in the past after reading highly rated reviews that are not even targeted towards my skin and end up doing absolutely nothing. It's worth reading up or getting your skin checked out on what your skin type is.</span><br />
<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><b>9. Having hot showers</b></span><br />
<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Having a shower that is too hot can dry out your skin and make it increasingly prone to irritation. I always try to wash my face with cold water to help tighten the appearance of my pores. If water is too hot my skin actually goes sensitive and very red, so I always try to avoid this as much as possible.</span><br />
<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><b>10. Using products with toxic ingredients</b></span><br />
<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">It's always good to check what ingredients are in your skincare, hair care and makeup before you apply to your skin. I might do a post all in what products to avoid in depth, but as an overview avoid parabens, phthalates, fragrances if you can. I still use products with these in, just not as much as I used to.</span><br />
<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><b>11. Good night sleep</b></span><br />
<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I mentioned in my <a href="http://www.katiesworldofbeauty.co.uk/2018/01/13-things-ive-learnt-in-2017.html" target="_blank">13 Things I've Learned in 2017</a> post that I much prefer my early nights juxtapose to 2am sleeps. Not that I wake up with flawless, fresh face skin, but I do find my eyes don't look tired, my skin doesn't look dull and I've also noticed my skin is much more plumped than it would be if I was to sleep early hours.</span><br />
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katiesworldofbeautyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16818977053241523828noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-62666876233028774.post-21127521192528621142018-05-08T10:27:00.000+01:002019-03-01T17:45:29.879+00:00A Foodies Guide to Paris<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Paris is such a beautiful, elegant city that got me fallen head over heels in love and lusting to see much more of the world. The Eiffel Tower, Sacre-Couer, Notre Dame and all the other iconic touristy spots are all in well amazing, but what is just as important to do <i>if not more</i> is exploring the food.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Food is so important when you visit different cities as you want to taste all the best and try the local cuisines everyone recommends. I probably spend just as much time researching places to eat as I do for places to visit and I 99% of the time look up quirky little spots to explore.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Here, I have put together a guide on all the foods I was able to try during my time in Paris or spots I would recommend that isn't on a typical Parisians food guide. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">P's I was very mundane with my food choices and practically lived on pastries, just cause why not?</span></div>
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">No matter where in Paris we were, we always stumbled across hundreds of French-style bakeries just off the corner of pretty much most streets. You just can't avoid them and the smell of freshly baked savouries will instantly draw you in. I noticed lots of Parisians buying a stick of baguette and just eating it by the stick which was crazy! I pretty much lived off pastries for breakfast at our hotel and I made sure to try a baguette (apparently the pointier the end the better) to see what the fuss was about. Definitely recommend visiting one or two bakeries during your stay and trying all the delicious, sweet treats.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">On our first night, we didn't fancy being adventurous so we went to a restaurant just off Rue Cler. After a long day of travelling, I just fancied a good old pizza, which I can confirm was probably the best pizza I have ever tasted. The service here was lovely and the prices were what you'd expect to pay here in the UK. My boyfriend had a pasta dish which was smothered in a creamy sauce served with chicken, Parmesan and rocket, which he also said tasted amazing. Every restaurant you go to in Paris you are guaranteed a basket of bread to go with your main, so all the carrrrbs.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Not too far from the Trocadero metro line, we ate at a local French bistro called La Poincare. I wouldn't really rate the service as great, but the food was delicious! I had the spicy sausage, mash potato and a mustard sauce, which tasted amazing, especially the sausage it tasted a lot different to what we get here and I noticed that a couple of times throughout our stay. My boyfriend ordered a burger which he said was probably the nicest he's ever had, so the food here is definitely one to try!</span></div>
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I've always said if I was to visit France that I'd try snails, you can try them at pretty much any French restaurant, the same with frogs legs. Bistro De La Tour is where we went for the snails which are just around the corner from The Eiffel Tower on the corner of the river. The service was really great here, the waiter helped us with the snails and overall gave a lovely service. The snails had a strange texture to them, almost like a mushroom or mussels, they were smothered in a garlic oil which gave the snails a bit of flavour. Not something I'd eat again, but I liked them, my boyfriend however didn't so I was left to eat 5!</span></div>
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Like I said at the start before I travel anywhere I always look up quirky places to eat and Paris luckily has a few to mention.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Just around the corner from the Luxembourg Gardens is the Choco Factory, which is a unique little cafe that literally is like a chocolate factory full of dreams. Not only can you create your own chocolate here, but you can eat all the waffles and crepes until you explode. We went for one of the freakshakes which were incredible and definitely a place to go to snap the Instagram shots. So much choice here, I would definitely come back here.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">There are a couple of Amorino ice cream shops in Paris and are worth checking out during your stay. We went to the one in Montmartre when the weather was lovely and sunny, perfect for an ice cream stop. Quite possibly the best ice cream I've ever had, we each chose three flavours and had them shaped into lovely roses. I went for raspberry, hazelnut chocolate and vanilla, and honestly, it tasted amazing!</span></div>
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<span style="color: #999999; font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Those were most of the stops we took during our time in Paris, there are loads of choices of food to eat. We also made a few stops to local supermarkets where we bought some sweet biscuits to eat on our travels and some Milka Chocolate (which seems to be very common here). If we were to go back we'd definitely try a wine and cheese board and the famous macaroons.</span></div>
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