My Skincare Routine the Simple Way

I will let you in on a secret! My SKINCARE ROUTINE! Yep there you have it :) The first thing I like to do is get rid of any excess oil or my moisturiser from the night before. I like to use Simple Radiance Brightening Facial Wash to refresh my skin after i have woke up it can look abit dull and tired looking well...it would be since i have just woken up haha. I wash my face with warm water or Luke warm water to open up my pores and to totally deep cleanse them as it is quite gross having clogged pores with last nights sweat and probably bug juice because we are in SUMMER now where bugs are NOT i repeat are NOT afraid to make personal contact with us! So it sounds gross it is actually but anyway moving on from bug juice and sweat. I like to refresh my skin and wake it up using KIND TO SKIN REFRESHING FACIAL WASH GEL as for me personally it feels cool on my face and makes it UN-dull looking. Then I like to use Clear Skin Oil Balancing Exfoliating Wash as this leaves me with a fresh looking glow to my face and and shiny in a non greasy way :) THEEEEEN,, I like to use Purifying Cleansing Lotion as this gives me a more softer feeling to my skin and at this point my skin looks fresh rejuvenated and ready for action. I then apply my make up my normal routine which i shall save for a different post :) When i get in on the evening/night time I like to rid my face of all impurities of the days adventure.My routine for this is as follows. To remove make up and the days pollution because pores are like magnets to anything and pollution from traffic to fresh air to climbing tress (if you did) will get caught,trapped and live in your skin which is quite eeewy! So I like to use Vital Vitamin Foaming Cleanser which helps to leave my skin feeling cleansed, refreshed and nourished because our tummy's get food doesn't mean we should forget our skin AM I RIGHT! Then for after doing the cleanse I like to pick up my bottle and then BAM!!! slap it on my face and this product is Soothing Facial Toner to tone my skin that can get abit elasticated during the days events. Then after ALL that I use Hydrating Light Moisturiser to hydrate my skin and make it still look awake even if i am shattered! Then to finish it all off I like to use this product which I cannot hype about enough it is Repair Anti-Wrinkle Night Cream because i am slowly approaching 30 I have a some very mature laughter lines (if i say so myself) this is perfect as i feel as though it helps to replenish, restore and repair my skin throughout the night I FRIGGIN' LOVE IT!! So there you have it my skincare routine the Simple way. So this is perfect especially if you have ultra sensitive skin that the most sensitive product makes you look like a giant blister...this is THE ONE PRODUCT TO USE. I have been using Simple for many years now as it best helps my skin sure i have tried and tested different products but this for me is like my ultimate signature piece to have in the bathroom.

Rimmel Challenge

So I don't know if you saw my youtube vid about me doing what i call the RIMMEL CHALLENGE it is basically between two Rimmel Foundations The Rimmel 25 Hour in Light Porcelain 010 and Wake Me Up in Light Porcelain 010.
   So i found out which one is the best.My job is a very manual job and it's very tiring so I look tired and my skin looks dull and tired after a few hours.
I found that the Rimmel 25 hours lasted all day it did slide off my face but no foundation I have found stays put even with powder to set it. I recommend this one totally because it does stay for quite some time.
  The Rimmel Wake me up made me look like voldermort I had streaks on my face where it had started to run away from my face :-( leaving my red skin exposed so i looked very very attractive and didnt get funny looks at all.It was just a disaster i think i may end up using it to dab on the redness after i put on my concealer just to give me MORE coverage.
   I thought it was a brilliant foundation and because its texture and the consistency of it i was hoping it would win i did have to build it up to get the right amount on for me, to cover the reddness around the sides of my nose and cheeks (not a great look).
The Rimmel 25 hour one is quite thick and very good coverage, well both of them are but the 25 hour one even more so.It is thick but light on your skin does not dry it out BUT....it does get in those mature laughter lines (if you will). So it kind of sits there 'til you swipe them with your fingers you end up looking like a wrinkly munchkin.

So the overall winner of my RIMMEL CHALLENGE is.........(wait for it)......
RIMMEL 25 HOUR LIGHT PORCELAIN 010.Perfect foundy for the ultimate coverage.
  

Beauty Secrets!

Howdy! I am going to share some Beauty Secrets with you to help you spend less money and to feel good about yourself with some DIY concoctions.Tried and tested on myslef and also some beauty experts agree.

SECRET #1 Remove nail polish....WITHOUT....Remover if you run out of nail polish remover, you can remove cracked or chipped nail polish by applying a clear top coat to the nail and removing it very quickly with cotton wool pads or some tissue if you have run out of cotton wool.

SECRET #2 Towel dry your hair the correct way don't rub your hair dry with your towel it will cause your hair to frizz. Instead, before getting out of the shower gently squeeze excess water from your hair. Then, wrap your hair in a towel and pat it dry to absorb any remaining moisture.

SECRET #3 Always clean your make up brushes Make sure you clean your makeup brushes regularly to avoid a build up of make-up residue and bacteria. You can purchase make-up brush cleaner from a drug or beauty store, or you can simply use shampoo and conditioner to clean your brushes as you would your own hair. Clean brushes guarantee a super smooth and even make-up application every time. The one I use is by MAC and can be found in any Boots or Superdug store.It's a bit pricey but it lasts and lasts and lasts and....laaaasts (£10 a pop)

SECRET #4 One BIG HUMONGOUS GIGANTIC mistake (caps lock added for effect) is NOT moisturising properly reason will follow: Don't slather your face with moisturiser because it will take 10 minutes or more to be absorbed by the skin before your face is ready for make-up.The best way to apply face cream is to blend a penny-sized amount on your cheeks, nose, chin and forehead instead of moisturising heavily. Remember this is the one time where it is acceptable for this saying Less IS more!

Secret #5 Avoid nail chippins' there are only two options for your nails — with nail polish or without. Do not allow your nails to be caught somewhere in the middle (there is nothing worse than nails donning chipped red nail polish). Even if you think no one else will notice, Trust me someone will and they are very quick to point it out (past experience alters your future decisions)

Secret '6 This will be perfect for those that already have oily skin..Don't freak out BUT using an oil-based product to remove make-up or excess dirt from your skin can actually improve your epidermis' condition. Why? Over-cleaning stimulates the sebum glands, which causes skin to over-produce oil. Using oil-based products will have the opposite effect.Yay Free for all! p.s Thank me later (maybe 2-4 weeks)

Secret #7 One big thing that annoys me is......Using Bronzer and using it right Before applying bronzer or self-tanning lotion, mix a drop or two of the solution with moisture cream. Blend using your finger or a cotton bud then apply to skin as you would regular moisturiser. This will ensure the cream blends in AAAND more importantly covers skin — evenly.

Secret #8 The experts at Beauty Is My Duty say that you should never pump your mascara (i.e., moving the wand up and down in the tube really quickly) because it will only allow air into the tube which will cause your mascara to dry (and ultimately shorten its lifespan) thats when you smell it and it smells rather unpleasant.If yours is BIN IT because it can also cause bad bacteria to mix with the good bacteria on and around your eyelashes causes infections and also irritate the eye making it water and sting.

Secret #9 Be beautiful and environmentally savvy while you're at it. Recycle your old beauty products by shipping them to Terra Cycle (you can download their pre-paid UPS shipping packages online so it's completely free). They'll take your old beauty products and transform them into something new and something that is friendly for the rest of the environment. BE GREEN (but not with envy...thats not..erm...good).

Secret #10 Save money on your beauty routine by taking care of your feet on a daily basis. Simply scrub your foot with a pumice stone each morning in the shower. Once you step out and dry off, apply a moisture cream to your feet. This will increase the amount of time you can go without a pedicure and will keep your toes healthy and fungus-free and gives you permission to wear...WAIT FOR IT.... NAKED TOES!

Secret #11 Before you pull those annoying hairs out of the eyebrow make sure you soften your skin by dabbing a cotton ball soaked in warm water or cream. When you start tweezing, do so in the direction of your hair's growth this will allow for the pores to open up and also soften the follicles saving you time dabbing away at your eyes to stop the water from running down those beautiful cheeks.

Secret #12 If you are like me and abit of a Hippie THIS is for YOU don't throw away your old mascara wand, it's still got a few uses left. Clean it and use it as a brow brush instead. You might even find it handy around the house — use it to unclog sinks or clean tough to reach areas in your home also around your little keys on your keyboard and hard to reach places on your PC/laptop,phone the list is endless!

Secret #13 When choosing a foundation, test a product on the skin near your jawline. And be sure to do it in natural light. This will ensure the foundation tone you choose for your face isn't too different from the natural shade of your neck.Never test it on your wrist it is never right and has lied to me in the past I wanted to look like a beautiful golden girl but ended up walking out the colour of an orangutan not because I forgot to shave my entire face but the shade was rather....FUNKY

Secret #14 This IS A MUST Exfoliation is an important and easy way to buff away the dead skin cells that cover up your skin's natural glow. Use a light exfoliator I recommend you use Neutrogena Visibly Clear Gentle Exfoliating Wash face daily.I love it and it draws out all those little impurities such as white heads,black heads and also spots heads (if thats one) It does good and I am going to marry it its just amazing.

Secret #15 QUIRKY! BUT IT WORKS Who here doesn't love a spa day? If we could go every day, we probably would, but that would also put a dent in our pretty purses. A quick, easy and cheaper indulgence is to put your favourite lotion in the microwave for about 10 seconds. Make sure the oils in your lotion don't separate and that it isn't too hot. Apply it on to your skin and enjoy! Remember test the temp on your ELBOW as its the same sensitivity as your face. Try all these handy tips and look and feel beautiful in an INSTANT! Now i am off to microwave my lotion for my SPA-evening. BLISS

Pressies not good pictures

These are the pressies i got there not very good pics lol.

Christmas pressies!

Havent done a post in a while now but HAPPY CHRISTMAS! It is rather late but hey ho!
I hope everyone had a glorious day and enjoyed themselves :-)
For christmas I dont think i did that bad when it came to pressies I had a lot of beauty products namely Bath Products (going to give me a complex) and also........A PS VITA eek! I love my games consoles and i am in love with them I also had three games which are Tearaway,LittleBig Planet and also the Smart As Challenge game which are all fantastic.I love them I will post pictures of said items.I had a fab christmas with the family it was really joyful and everyone was merrily happy.
   Although my Dad was the only one who poured himself a glass of Moet Champers and I was rather disappointed as after that everyone else had drunk it and poor old me never got a look in oh and dont get me started on the chocolates....but they helped me as I didnt have to worry about overeating during the festive period.Cant complain but it was a marvellous day and the food was delish spending time woth the family and the presents were amazing.So i will put up the pics as I dont have a lot to say although I will say this.
Dear Mr. weatherman you have disapointed me where was this white christmas we were promised. I was looking forward to a cozy christmas and i didnt get it thank you oh so very much :-)

I will put the pictures in a seperate post of pressies i got :-) Hope you all had a happy time and lots of nice pressies.
P.S i got an owl onesie eeek! I am in love with it i wear it to the shops to bed in the bath lol only kidding just for snuggling up with my soaps (t.v soaps that is i dont sleep with my bath products that would be weird).

Empty!

This is how big or small rather, the tube was but it is a good product to buy!

Maybeline Fit Me Concealer! Empty

This is the tube the writing has come off and leaves black ink marks on fingers and hands.

Maybeline FIT Me concealer review

I bought the new maybeline FIT me concealer and have reached the end of the mini tube.I use alot of concealer and saw this one being advertised all over the place so i popped off to the shop and bought it and even though it cost £8 for a tiny sample sized tube it was sort of worth the money.There is some cons with it though so its on my perfect scale at 8/10.

PROS:
Full coverage (hid most of my freckles after one swipe if thats what u want)
Does'nt give you a shiny complexion
Easy to blend not too thick and not to slimy/watery.
Leaves a light feel to your skin and looks dewey.

CONS:
The price! For a tiny sample sized tube
Looks powdery after a few hours of wear
Slides from nose and forehead after a couple of hours,even after setting it
The black rim on the tube comes off easily and leaves black marks hard to get off after holding the tube and transfers onto face if using fingers for a quick touch up.

So all in all it is a decent product glad to see the price has gone down now to £5.98.I did like the product itself even though there was a few cons with it i would buy it again if im in need of a quick fix.Also taking photos wearing it makes your skin look almost photo perfect.It covered up any redness on skin also under eye if it shows quite bad this is perfect for that and does'nt look cakey in any wrinkles or crevices on skin does'nt show any imperfections on skin.It is build able aswell so if you want to cover any imperfections apply a few times and VOILA! Blanked out.
Also a little tip for using this product: use a sponge to dab onto your face as it seems to be one of those products that dont get absorbed as much as others.Also the sponge allows you to get in between any lines to smooth them out which i was proud of with this product as it seemed to work wonders.I have now bought the Fit Me foundation and will put a review up after using it a few times.

In a better light