July Empties

So I actually managed to keep some of my empty containers, I always forget! So I will give a brief review of these products and if they worked for me. Lets get started

Soap & Glory Scrub 'em and leave 'em: This was a mini travel size I bought to try it out. For me isn't wasn't holy grail materiel it just did have enough scrubbing power for my liking, I would have preferred it to be more grainy.

The Body Shop vitamin E day cream: Now this is my holy grail moisturiser!!! I have dry skin so this hydrates my skin but its lightweight so it doesn't make me look like and oily mess. I am currently using Origins GinZing moisturiser but I still prefer this especially when it comes to price. This is a bloody bargain.

Herbal Essences beautiful ends intensity mask: This product smelt amazing and the smell lingered after use which I like. However to me this just seemed like a creamier condition and it worked well as a conditioner but it did not reduce my split ends however may have prevented more. So this wasn't the best but for the price it was an okay hair treatment for a budget pampering.

The Body Shop vitamin E body butter: I love body shop body butters they are just the best and this vitamin E version is a nice neutral clean smell that hydrates intensely. Can't fault this product!!!

Soap & Glory sugar crush body wash: The smell of this stuff is to die for! It is by far my favourite smell from S&G I love the scrub version of this too. This lathers to perfection and gives you a good cleaning and lasts for ages! I think it took my 6 months to use up this bad boy! Definitely check this out ladies!


And that is it for my empties ladies! Thank you for reading!

The body shop Camomile Sumptuous Cleansing Balm ..♥

Well, Well, Well ladies... 

If you follow my blog you will have seen this in my wishlist post, which means I have waited a month for this baby to go on sale. After numerous trips to The Body Shop asking if it's in yet only to be sent away empty handed, the finally had it! I snapped it up straight away! 

It retails for £12 but at the moment The body Shop has some amazing offers on such as 30% off in you buy three products! Bargain alert!!!! 

Anyway this Product is a cleansing balm which means you apply it to a dry face, you do not have to remove your make up for hand it will remove all traces of make up perfectly. Its solid in the tin as you can see, but as soon as you massage it into your face it melts in to a lovely oil which melts away make up. The smell is pleasant but subtle and very calming lovely after a hard day at work. After working this into my skin for about a minute I dampen my muslin cloth (£2.50 from the same range, as shown in the picture) with hot water and wipe away my make up and the cleanser. I haven't been using a toner or even a moisturiser for that matter, I just dry off my face and head to bed. 

In the morning MY OH MY! 

My skin has never felt so smooth and plump! Even a lady at a beauty counter commented how hydrated my skin was! I have only been using this product for the past week but I think its amazing! definitely a holy grail item me thinks! 

Have you tried this? what is your holy grail cleanser? 

Favourites: July

Hello my fellow beauty obsessed friends, 

Today's post is my July favourites, I'm sure you will have come across posts like this before but in case you haven't I will be telling you about all the products I have loved this month and why I have been loving them. 

1. First up we have Garnier Body Ultimate Beauty Oil: This oil is great as it has a spray so you can just spritz it all over your body as soon as you jump out of the shower. Its great at locking in moisture and giving the skin a nice healthy glow which is what when the weather is as a gorgeous as it has been these last few weeks. 

2. The body shop body mist in Mango: This is a lovely summer sent that easy and light to wear and I got this for half price early on in the month. BARGAIN! 

3. Mac MSF natural in Medium dark: This is not for those with oily skin it will no nothing for keeping oiliness at bay. However I have dry skin mainly but  can get a little sweaty during the hotter months. I find this is theonly powder that does not cake up on me  no matter how much I apply I can get over how much I love this stuff. Its smooths our skin and locks foundation in so that you have a flawless yet natural complexion. HOLY GRAIL product for sure!!!

4. YSL False lash effect mascara: Again another HOLY GRAIL product this just does everything for my lashes that I could possibly want lengthens, thickens, the works!!! My eyelashes just love this stuff. 

5. Benefit Hoola Bronzer: I have always had trouble finding the right shade to contour with. I used to use sleek contour kit but found that it was just making me look muddy as the colour was too warm. This hoola bronzer is perfect because its cool toned and looks like a perfect shadow shade for contouring. 

6. Benefit Dallas blush: This is yet again another HOLY GRAIL product its the perfect colour and it is the only blush that I can use without contouring so its great for those days where I don't have much time. Its a pinkish brown colour that has a slight shimmer however the shimmer is hardly noticeable. 

7. 17 Instant Glow in gold bronze: This is an amazing dupe for Bobbi Browns shimmer brick or Diors Amber diamond. It gives a perfect sunkissed glow definitely a firm favourite for summer. 

8. Urban decay All Nighter spray:  This is a must have if your a sweaty betty like me! This has been amazing for summer party's  I will spray this all over my face before a BBQ or night out and my make-up will stay put and slip and slide everywhere. MUST HAVE ladies!!! 

And that's it for my July favourites  I know a lot of them are holy grail product but that is because this is my first favourites posts so I had to include my firm favourites. 

If you have any questions or want more detail regarding these product leave and comment below as I always try and reply to everyone. 

Tag: Get to know me 21 question ❤

So my blog has been up and running for a few months now and I thought its about time we got to know each other...

How old are you?

I am 21 

What is your middle name?

Samantha Mercedes 

What nationality are you?

I'm British

What do you do for a living?

Im currently a student at university studying Psychology

If you could visit anywhere in the world where would it be and why?

New York for sure,. I've just alwaaays wanted to visit New York so I can go to all the touristy places and of course SHOP 

What is your favourite place to shop for clothing?

River Island, new look, internationale and H&M 

What shoe size are you?

7 (big foot!)

How tall are you?

Well I'm either 5'5 or 5'4.5 I always get different results 

What is your favourite colour?

Deep purple! 

Have you got any siblings?

Yes too many lol 3 older brothers and 2 sisters 

Do you have any pets?

no but I desperately want a little tabby kitten 

Do you have any children?

Nope

Favourite makeup brand?

Well obviously I love MAC, Urban Decay, Benefit and Nars as high end but from the high street I'd say LO'real, Maybelliene , and Bourjois ... what can I say I love all make-up. 

What do you like to do in your free time? 

I love reading through blog or pintrest and generally just doing research into things that interest me. Also I love food! Eating is a hobby right? 

Do you leave the house without makeup?

yes all the time. I love make up but I am very comfortable with my bare face make up just enhances natural beauty. Remeber to love yourself ladies!   

Favourite Season?

Winter 100% I love boots, coats, hot chocolate, nights in front of the fire and of course Christmas plus you can get away with some lovely lip colours in winter (MAC rebel to be precise). 

Do you still live with your parents?

No, I live with my husband 

Whats your favourite movie? 

Oooo thats a tough one. I have a few either Dirty Dancing, Pretty Woman, Mean Girls,Bridesmaids & My name is Khan

Favourite food?

I really can not choose I love all food!

Tent or Hotel? 

Hotel I'd rather be nice and warm inside with no bugs 

Favourite Youtube channels?

I love watching videos on youtube some of my faves are Pixi2woo (Tanya Burr), BeautyCrush, Zoella, Sprinkleofglitter, and Nicole Guerrero (if I have spelt that right) 

Hope you all enjoyed this ladies! I Tag everyone else to do this post so that we can all get to know each other. If you do the tag please leave a link below and I will check it out :) 

 

Wishlist: July

Hello everyone :-)

So my wish list has been building for some time now...

1. Sigma F80 Flat-top Kabuki Brush: I have wanted this brush for a while now but I can't seem to find this brush in the UK for a reasonable price but my trusty buffing brush from Real Techniques will do for now.

2. Mac Lipstick in Angel: As I'm sure you already know this is Kimmy K's fave nude lipstick and I love her style so I just can't resist will be purchasing this on pay day.

3. Nars Sheer Glow Foundation: Although I love my Mac F&B foundation I am always on the hunt for a new holy grail foundation and I have heard numerous rave reviews about this one. Plus I love a sheer and dewy finish- win win!

4. The Body Shop Camomile Cleansing Butter: Now this actually hasn't reached stores yet but I spoke to a lovely lady in the body shop and she said that it is said to hit stores in August. I am a HUGE fan of body shop skincare, I think its the right quality for the right price :) and this cleansing butter will definitely be added to my collection once I can get my hands on it.

5. Nars Blush in Sin: I have always wanted to try a Nars blush and I find that bright pink colours don't suit my NC40 skin tone so I go for dark more unconventional colours hence why I would love to try this purple toned blush.

6. Mac MSF in Rio: This is part of the limited edition range and thought it would be perfect for summer!

7. Zara Studded Messenger bag: This bag is just stunning! and as I need a smaller bag for summer this is perfect hopefully I will be getting my hands on this.

What's on your wish list ladies?