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2. Find the perfect pancake recipe ready for pancake day on the 13th. I am SO excited for the usual lemon and sugar. What's your favourite pancake topping?
3. Pick up these ASOS Peachy Pyjamas.
4. Use my beloved Unicorn Horn from Lush in a late night bath.
5. Organise everything. From make-up to clothes.
6. Hunt down some Cadbury's Mini Eggs.
7. Treat myself to a milk frother for my coffees. I have my eye on this Nespresso one.
8. Get a Spring scented candle for my bedroom. This one from Yankee Candle sounds amazing.
9. Continue to eat the Linda McCartney Cheese & Leek Plaits which are SO good!
10. Splurge on some Too Faced products now they are on Cult Beauty.
The Greatest Showman Soundtrack
I have been obsessed with the film and the music ever since I saw it for the first time with my friends. It is the same love I had for La La Land. The cast, choreography, story line and music just mesmerised me to the point that as soon as I got into the car to go home, I was already playing the soundtrack from Spotify. I did see it for a second time and hoping to go to the sing-along version at my local cinema because then at least I can show off my knowledge of the songs and don't care if I make a fool of myself.
F.R.I.E.N.D.S On Netflix
Of course I couldn't forget that I have been watching Friends every single day on Netflix. Although I have the full boxset on DVD, I could not just leave it un-watched on my account. My boyfriend is currently watching them all with me (for the first time) and he is suddenly understanding all the reference's I have made in my every day life from the show. I've become obsessed with the 90's fashion and just want to re-create some of the girls looks.
Learning To Drive
One thing I did not think I would enjoy and that is learning to drive. I took lessons a few years ago and honestly, I never enjoyed them. Now with my new instructor who is so fab and patient, I am loving the driving life. I have tackled my fears of roundabouts and parking, which both of them I am now very comfortable with doing. I can't wait for the day I pick up for my first car and have a driving license.
Pampering My Skin
Every evening I have been giving my skin that extra bit of attention, leaving my skin so soft and glowing in the morning. I have been using the Glossier Milky Jelly Cleanser after I have used my Liz Earle Cleanse & Polish. Both products make my skin so happy!
Re-shuffling My Bedroom
I wanted to make my bedroom a little cosier during the colder months. I added books to shelves, scattered candles throughout my room and added green plants. I'm very happy with the turnout and every time I am now in it, I feel relaxed and calm.
Pinks!
A new favourite that I have been reaching for is Smashbox Just Hit Play Matte Lipstick which is a brighter, medium pink with subtle, warmer undertones and a satin finish. It has good pigmentation that applies without tugging on the lips, as the texture is creamy with a light slip.
I picked two from my NYX Soft Matte collection, starting with 'Antwerp', a very bright pink with undertones of orange. Lastly from the pinks is 'Tokyo' which is very bold yet a very fun colour to wear during spring and summer.
Reds!
For the reds I always tend to reach for my Clinique Matte Lip in 'Ruby Pop' as this is by far the best red lipstick I have ever tried. Deep pigment, long lasting, non-drying and I can't recommend this anymore!
Lastly is a lipstick I have had for a long time and is my go to date night lip. Rimmel Kate Moss Lipstick in 01 is a fab red lipstick as it is a very deep colour. It glides on your lips perfectly and lasts a long time. For a drugstore lipstick, this is the perfect one to get your hands on.
There is no surprise that I wouldn't forget to add some Glossier products. I came home to the Solution Skin Protector that I ordered a few weeks ago and I am loving it. A full review will be coming very soon if you are interested. Another from Glossier is there Wowder Setting Powder that has been added in my make-up routine. I'm so impressed with it's staying power and it's ability to not making my skin look dull and flat.
For beauty, the Too Faced Hangover Primer has been a huge life saver over the cold frosty weather we have been having. This particularly hydrates my skin and stops my make-up from clinging to my dry patches on my skin. The Maybelline Gigi West Lash Sensational Mascara has been giving my eyes great definition and length to my lashes.
Lastly, I placed a cheeky Antropologie sale order and in the box contained this very cute coaster with a fawn on. This looks dreamy on my bookcase alongside my books.
1. Bake a batch of cookies, I'm planning on trying to make these chocolate crinkle cookies.
2. Have a splurge in the biggest Primark in Plymouth.
3. Go and see the new Maze Runner movie. I'm going to tempt to have a big marathon of all the others before we go and see the newest one.
4. Paint my nails in a Spring colour. I'm thinking Essie's Mint Candy Apple.
5. Go for walks along the pebbled beach early in the morning and in the evening.
6. Visit the small cafe close by for their giant pancakes.
7. Take a trip to Rockfish which is the best place for fish and chips in Dartmouth. You get endless supply of chips and free water.
8. Pick up some fresh flowers on the journey back home.
9. Visit the amusements and get as many tickets as we can to get the cheesiest prize.
10. Try and take some outfit photos while I'm down there for Instagram.
Lush's The Comforter Bubble Bar.
This bubble bar is the ultimate mood boosting treat. You only have to break off a bit of the bar under the running water and you suddenly get a fruity foam. The cassis absolute gives a long blackcurrant fragrance, while bergamot adds an uplifting note.
A Good Book.
I'm currently reading a new book that I picked up a few weeks ago and that is The Night Circus by Eric Morgenstern which I had heard so many great things about. I am a few chapters in and I am so hooked. I love to read this in the evening with the fairy lights on and a few candles lit.
Treat Yourself.
Whether it's some new comfy loungewear, fresh flowers or make-up, sometimes a new luxe treat can help to cheer you up and make you feel that little bit happier. I'm tempted by the new Loccitane collection with Rifle Paper as it all looks so dreamy.
Plan Events.
This could be meeting up with a friend for a coffee, planning something exciting can help to keep you focused on the positives. I absolutely love planning and organising. Searching for a Summer holiday is definitely going to make me super happy!
Go For Walks.
Nothing worse than staying inside even if it is cold outside, I love to go for a brisk walk around the block early on a frosty, sunny morning as it helps to wake me up and motivates me for the day ahead. I'll be going to Devon pretty soon and going for walks along the beach excites me.
Mask Up
Facial masks are one of my favourite ways to treat myself all year round, but in the Winter, face masks are a great way to hydrate your skin, whilst making it glow from the inside out. I have been obsessed with the Glossier Moon Mask as it adds a blast of hydration to my skin. I love to put either a thin to normal layer on and wear it to bed. I wake up feeling refreshed with soft, supple skin! You can get 10% off this by clicking onto this link.
Oil Up
Recently I have loved applying the Sunday Riley Luna Sleeping Oil at the end of my skincare routine every night. I wake up and my skin is glowing! You can really see the difference when you first start using this product. I currently have the sample size but I may have to wait a while to purchase a full product as it is expensive...
Exfoliate & Exfoliate Again
One thing that I notice more of during the Winter seasons is the amount of dry patches on my skin, whether that can be on my face or on my body. A good exfoliator is necessary for smooth, glowing skin all year round. Liz Earle Cleanse And Polish, one of my favourite facial exfoliators is fab for smoothing the skin and making sure that my make-up goes which is important.
Highlight
I use highlighters to purely achieve a subtle glow to the skin rather than a face that resembles a disco ball. I have discovered that less is definitely more when it comes to highlighters or just products with 'glitter' in them. The Becca Champange Pop Highlighter adds a dreamy glow to the skin with a light sweep of a brush. If your skin is looking dull or is in need of a little pick me up, then this is the one for you. I apply this all over my face using my Spectrum A10 highlighter brush.
Glow Under Make-Up
Before I apply my foundation, I love to apply the NYX Born To Glow Illuminating Primer. I sometimes use this on it's own or on top of hydrating primer. It has a nice subtle glow that I am so into. It gives a healthy radiance to skin and makes non light coverage foundations look less dull.
2. When it's a gloomy, wintery day, spend it reading some new books while some candles are burning and I have a cup of coffee in my hand. I finally picked up The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern after hearing so many great things about it.
3. Continue to play The Greatest Showman soundtrack thru my new Roberts Radio that I got for Christmas.
4. Start looking thru the Jamie Oliver Five Ingredients cooking book and find some great recipes.
5. Try out some new beauty bits. I was eyeing up the Becca Champagne Pop highlighter for so long and now I have it!
6. Use up all the Lush Christmas bath range that I have left over.
7. After trying out the oat milk at Starbucks in my iced caramel macchiato, It is now my new favourite drink.
8. Keep track of how many steps I do every day using my new Fitbit Blaze watch.
9. Order some more pods for my coffee machine.
10. Continue to watch Friends, all day and everyday now it is added on Netflix.
The Benefit Boi-ing Strength Concealer and Airbrush Concealer have been my absolute faves to cover up redness and blemishes. Another fab discovery from Benefit is their Ka-Brow Eyebrow Cream which has made a huge difference to my brows.
From Urban Decay, I was lucky to receive my first eyeshadow palette for my birthday and it so happened to be the Naked 2 Basics Palette. I have been using this nearly everyday since I received it and get many compliments on my eye make-up because of it. The Kat Von D collection has to be my favourite by far but the one thing I use everyday in my make-up routine is the Brightening Powder. I currently only have the travel size version but will be picking up a bigger size very soon. Lastly, I am obsessed with the Eyeshadow Primer Potion, this is a dreamy product and makes my eye make-up last all day long.
I was lucky enough to receive the Ghost Fragrance 'Dream'* from the lovely PR team last year and ever since then, I have fallen in love with it. I love to spray a bit whenever it's a special occasion. Also, the bottle stands beautifully on the top of my jewellery box.
For skincare, I have been using the Alpha-H Liquid Rose Gold every night since I had the sample size. I will be doing a re-purchase very soon as I am running out.
Lips I have been obsessed with the Revlon Matte Lip Colours in 'Embrace' and 'Seduction'. These are amazing and have a great pigment to them.
Lastly for the cat eye flick, the Ted Baker Liquid Liner came in a gorgeous set I got for my birthday and I have been using it since. Very easy to use and leaves a natural looking flick on the eyes.
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