**NEW** Softlips Cube

Look what I've got my paws on..! 

These aren't readily available in the UK yet but I've managed to get myself one! 

These are becoming increasingly popular in America with celebs like Kelsea Ballerina endorsing them. 

They come in four different flavours. 

Fresh Mint

Strawberry

Vanilla

Pomegranate Blueberry

As you can see from the photos, I went for the pomegranate one. I do want to try the vanilla one as well! 

The pictures aren't the best quality as I took them on my phone rather than my camera.

I shouldn't say this really, but they taste AMAZING. 

The lip balm is 5 in 1 lip care with lip perfecting technology.

1. Hydrates

2. Replenishes

3. Smoothes 

4. Protects

5. Adds shine

The best part is that it DOES contain SPF 15. 

They look pretty. They feel fab. It's everything you'd want from a lip balm. 

Definitely recommend :-)

Xxx

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My New Obsession... BOOKS

I've always loved reading. As soon as I learnt to read, I've enjoyed it. However, this time I don't mean Novels, I mean a good, informative, helpful, lifestyle books. 

I mean these books...

I actually do have more than I am showing in the above picture but as I'm moving house, a few of them are already packed up. I might do another of these blogs once I've moved and I can show you them all. I absolutely LOVE these types of books. I guess you can kind of call them 'self help' books, but not in the depressive sense. 

They are really informative and each speaks to you in a different kind of way. I recommend all of these kinds of books for any type of girl. There really is something for everyone. 

Of course, I have my favourites... one of them, I even call 'my Bible'. (Keep going cos that one is at the end!) I always refer back to them whenever I can. Most of them have been read on more than one occasion.

1. Nell McAndrew's Guide to Running

I've just recently decided that I need to get myself fitter and a lot healthier. Due to the fact that I'm moving house, I'm quite low on funds at the minute so joining a gym doesn't really seem like the best idea. So, I decided I'm going to train myself into a runner! I've never been a runner. I have asthma, which really doesn't help and has always been my excuse, but now, I've decided, it's time I started. This book really is helping me to get going. Nell shares lots of brilliant tips with you and shows that it's okay to stop for a breather, start walking for a bit and run very slowly at first to build up your fitness. She also shares some food/diet tips that come in handy.

2. Michelle Phan Make Up

This certainly isn't my favourite book, but it is definitely still well worth a read. Michelle Phan has done a YouTube blog for years and she puts all of her knowledge and expertise into this book. Very fun to look through. Easy to go back to when you just want a quick tip on something.  

3. Love Tanya

Another YouTube blogger, Tanya Burr's book is fantastic. She has put personal stories in there as well as helpful tips etc. I recommend this book to anyone, whether they're a fan of Tanya or not. She has written a beauty bible and again, so handy for just dipping into as and when you need to check something. 

4. Nourish - Mind, Body & Soul

This book is new to me. I've had a quick scan through it and fell in love with it straight away. It has 3 authors: Amber Rose, Sadie Frost & Holly Davidson. Each of them take a section and share their expertise with you. Amber Rose does some amazing recipes. It's one of those books where you can easily just curl up on the sofa with a cup of tea and read it while the evening passes you by. 

5. Life with a Sprinkle of Glitter

6. Sprinkle of Glitter Diary for 2016 (not technically a book I know!)

Also a YouTuber - Louise and her 'sprinkle of glitter' are getting ever popular. This a dinky book that can easily be put in your handbag. She admits that she can't cook, she knows she's not perfect and yet her book is nothing short of fabulous. I liked it so much, that I've even bought (already) her diary for 2016. Both are filled qith uplifting quotes and things to do. She keeps you smiling the entire way through. If you've seen her videos on YouTube, you can hear her speaking to you as you read it. 

7. Fleur De Force The Glam Guide

I am 110% obsessed with Fleur De Force. I watch every video as soon as I can. She is FANTASTIC. She released this book back in February and I have it on pre-order from the minute I knew about it. She's always such a happy person. Her and her husband Mike make a brilliant team. He's always happy to be in her videos etc. 

In her videos she is also very happy to have other bloggers there with her and promote their pages too. She seems like such a nice genuine person. AND, she's obsessed with stars just as much as I am!

I'd love to have Fleur's job, it seems like so much fun. Very tiring though I imagine. 

Her book doesn't disappoint. I love it. Being paperback, it's easy to carry around should you wish to read it on your lunch break or on the train etc. Definitely worth a read. Highly recommend this book and her videos. 

8. Cupcakes and Cashmere at Home

I also have the original Cupcakes and Cashmere but that book is definitely packed away in a box somewhere. Both of the books are really good. (They must be, I bought one and then couldn't wait to buy the other!) She has some really good tips. I love the fact that she isn't all about make up as well. She is about food and home style too. She splits her books into seasons which makes them even more fun to read. 

9. Maria Menounos - The Everygirls Guide to Life

10. Maria Menounos - The Everygirls Guide to Diet & Fitness

I've put these two books together as clearly, they have the same author. I mentioned earlier that one of these books was my 'Bible'... Ladies, number 9 in my list is THE BIBLE. I LOVE this book. I cannot say enough about it. I had to get her second book because the first one was so amazing. I've heard that early next year she is releasing a recipe book as well. I can't wait for that to arrive in the UK. 

Both of these books are fabulous. The first one though, just has something about it. The cover feels amazing for a start. It just feels like a nice book. The second one doesn't have the same texture unfortunately. Inside, both books are jam packed with just about everything you need to know. Food, make up, lifestyle, fitness, tidying, saving money. They're all in there. I almost don't want to pack these books in case I want them before I move. (Which is only in about 2 weeks).

If you're going to take my recommendations on any of these books then 4, 7 & 9 are my top 3 favourites. Clearly though, I love them all. They're all great to look at as well which makes them excellent coffee table books. 

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Mini Pamper Session

I found myself with a couple of hours free this afternoon/evening so I decided to have a mini pamper session. Not a bad thing to do on a Sunday afternoon, but mid way through, I decided I was going to write a blog about it.

I started off my coating my hair in  Renewing Argan Oil of Morocco. It's normally used as a leave in conditioner before drying your hair, but lets face it, we all know now that oil is fantastic for your hair so I decided to use it as a mask. I added to the ends of my hair and through the roots and then tied it up in a bun to keep it out of the way.

While the mask was on I then decided to cleanse my face. As it happens, I didn't put any make-up on today at all but it's still good to give your face a really good wash. Today, I used my Sass Purifying Cleanser. I got this sent to me and I do really like it. I think I'll be trying some other Sass products in the future. 

After washing off the cleanser, I then used my Naobay Moisturising Peeling. It's basically a face scrub but it smells delicious and does a really good job. Again, this was also sent to me and today was the first time I've used it. I'll happily use it again. 

Of course, you can't do a pamper sesh without a face mask. I used this Manuka Honey one. I've used them before and always really liked them. Just make sure you don't start peeling it off in front of anyone. It can look a little bit creepy!! Haha. 

You leave this mask on for 15 minutes and then just give your face a quick wipe after peeling it off. 

Finally, it's time to wash the oil out of my hair. Today I decided to use Herbal Essences - Ignite my Colour. It smells delicious. It reminds me of the original Herbal Essences. Because I had so much oil in my hair, I decided to shampoo twice today to make sure I got it all out. I then put the conditioner on and leave it in while I shaved my legs and used my amazing Body Shop scrub (shown below).

Please always remember to comb your hair when the conditioner is in. It helps to de-tangle it and stops quite as many split ends. It also makes it a lot easier to deal with once you're out of the shower. 

This is the Body Shop body scrub - Fuji Green Tea. It smells AMAZING. I love this product. I bought it on a whim a while ago because I loved the smell so much, I couldn't walk away from it. As you can see, I've used it quite a lot. 

Finally, as if my shower hadn't already been long enough, I decided to use my St. Tropez in shower Gradual Tan. So i had to stand like a lemon for three minutes while it took affect and then wash it off. 

I finished my pamper session by moisturising my entire body in this L'Occitane Body Milk in Jasmine & Bergamote. If you read my blogs on a regular basis you'll have seen this mentioned before. It smells so nice. It reminds me of being on holiday. 

Normally with a pamper I would do my nails as well, but as you can see below, they're already done. I had shellac in Tutti Frutti done a few days ago. 

Just on a side note as well, I wrote this blog before drying my hair. That way, my hair has had a nice amount of time to dry itself. It makes drying your hair a lot quicker and therefore, less heat damage. 

 If nothing else, I hope this post inspires you to have a pamper evening of your own. We don't do it often enough and we all need a bit of relaxation every so often. Kick your man, kids, room mate (whoever you live with) out of the house and just relax. Trust me, it's worth it :)

NEW Rimmel London NUDE Collection

I love Rimmel Lipsticks and I was super excited when they released Kate's new Nude Collection. It's taken me a while and three different Boots and a Superdrug before I could get them all. Annoyingly, I have already managed to lose one of them. I think my naughty cat might have hidden it somewhere. Luckily, I did get a photo of it before she got her paws onto it.

Altogether in the collection there is 5 Nude Lipsticks and a Moisturising Balm. The Balm has a gorgeous taste to it too. :)

All of the colours look really nice on any skin tone. I've used all five and they all go great with any outfit. If I had to pick a favourite I would probably go with number 43. (Second one down my arm below)

They're a semi-matte texture so the lipsticks feel lovely when you have them on. They're all really moisturising and the colours are very flattering. 

The palest is probably my least favourite but I'll definitely wear all of them. They're great for the office or a night out. 

Rimmel have also brought out the Nude nail polishes. This one is the only one that I have from that collection and it's lasted really well on my nails. It's called 'Gentle Kiss' and because it's Nude it literally will go with any outfit. 

The best part about all of this is that I hardly paid anything for them. Most of them were free using my Boots Advantage Card or on buy one get one free. 

They're obviously proving to be very popular because most places are out of stock of most of them which is why it took me 4 shops & a good couple weeks to buy the lot. 

The nail polishes are £4.49 and the lipsticks are £5.49

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My Favourite Fragrances

Hi Guys

So today I thought I'd share my favourite fragrances with you. I don't have a specific 'Summer' perfume or 'Winter' one. The smells I like, I like all year round. Yes some are a bit more summery than others but most of them, I love the smell because they hold a memory and as soon as I spray the perfume, that memory comes flooding back. 

1. DKNY - MY NY - This was the first perfume my boyfriend bought for me so when I spray it, I think of him.

2. Roberto Cavalli - Roberto Cavalli - My mum bought me this perfume when I was feeling really down, very low on cash and just needed cheering up. So she took me shopping and bought me a Pandora Charm and this perfume. So when I spray it, I think of her. It also makes me think of a colleague who now works in a different office to me. (She wore it on a regular basis and we get on really well). 

3. Marc Jacobs - Dot - Bought for me, by me. A shopping trip where I'd already spent too much but I really wanted it so I just bought the smaller version. 

4. Coco Chanel - Mademoiselle - This is by far, my favourite perfume. I just love it. I call it my New York scent because my friend wore it the first time we went and I could smell it all day every day. So, of course, every time I smell this perfume, I think of New York. My parents have just been on holiday and very kindly brought me a bottle back from the airport. 

5. Carolina Herrera - 212 VIP - My other favourite perfume! I must admit, I don't have any one particular memory for this one. It just makes me feel so good when I wear it. It has happy memories with it. My boyfriend also bought me a travel size version for my birthday so it goes almost everywhere with me now. :)

6. Jennifer Lopez - Love at First Glow - This is my 'Summer Scent' if I absolutely had to pick one. It's very light but a delicious smell. I had this bought for me for my 18th birthday and after I finished the bottle I couldn't find it anywhere. I was over the moon when I eventually found it in Savers of all places. At 27 I still love it now. 

7. Jennifer Lopez - Glow After Dark - My other New York scent. This is the perfume I was wearing when my friend was wearing Coco. Of course, I sprayed it in the morning and got a whiff of it every so often but I couldn't smell it all day like I could the Coco. I still love wearing this one on the odd occasion because it does, for a little while, send me straight back to New York. (I wish it was that easy to get back there!!)

8. DKNY - Love From New York - This was another holiday present from my parents a few years back. I've only had the one bottle as I don't wear it very often but I do keep going back to it. It's very fruity and light. Definitely wouldn't really suit a night out but does make a very nice 'day' perfume. 

All eight of these are gorgeous perfumes. Yes, I have two particular favourites (4 & 5) but I LOVE them all. 

You can't beat a good perfume. I feel like buying a new perfume is almost as good as buying a new pair of shoes. There are so many others I want to try and if money were no object I'd have hundreds of them. I do also love Lady Million by Paco Rabanne although sadly, I've never owned it. I'm sure I'll treat myself to a bottle one day. I did once make a tester last a very long time! Haha. 

That's all from me for now. If there are any perfumes you'd like to recommend, please feel free to leave some comments below. 

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Mascara LOVE

I've fallen in love with a new Mascara. It's AMAZING. I've always been really lucky to have quite long lashes anyway but this mascara is definitely one of the best I've used. It's not expensive and it's in most high street make up selling shops... It's Revlons new 'Lash Potion'. 

I really can't recommend this enough. It's made my lashes even longer than they already were and it's goes on effortlessly. It looks lovely and doesn't flake off. 

**eye close up alert** Haha. Just to prove how good they look. They above picture is with no make up other than the mascara. Below is with full make up. 

I got the mascara in 001 Blackest Black. 

Obviously, being called Lash Potion you do expect that it is claiming to increase the length of your lashes. I can honestly say that this really does work. It's the best mascara I've had for a very long time. Definitely happy with this one!!!