6.1.14

FIGHTING BREAKOUTS: DECLEOR AROMA SOLUTIONS

I wanted to start making posts specifically about fighting breakouts. I had trouble with spots for years with my chin and forehead being my most affected areas. Now my skin isn't too bad, however I am left with a lot of light scarring on my chin and around my nose. Luckily my forehead is ok. This scars were probably due to the fact that I am so bad with just leaving my spots alone. I always had to pick at them or squeeze them to try and make they go away. This does not help and not only will you be transferring more oil and dirt to the affected area but you will also be left with visible scarring in the long run which is not nice. It also makes me not want to go anywhere without a coverup. 
My Mum bought me the Decléor Aroma Solutions Energising gel to try and reduce the appearance of my scars. It is quite pricey at around £30 but you get a lot for the price. Its formula is meant to help revitalise the support of the skin and help diminish unsightly marks. I use this every morning after cleansing and applying my moisturiser. It is a gel and not a cream so it isn't very moisturising. I simply apply a thin layer to my affected areas (chin and around the nose) and leave my skin for a while before applying makeup. i have been using it for a couple of months now and it's really helped my scars. It's considerably reduced the redness although it's not completely got rid of them. 
   
I do really like this product, however I can understand why people wouldn't want to spend £30 on it as it doesn't completely get rid of the scars/redness. I am going to keep using it daily and see if there is any more progress. This product isn't really for reducing breakouts, it's more helping to reducing scars from acne prone skin. I would definitely recommend this product as it has helped my skin look a lot clearer. Has anyone else used this product?

BACK TO UNI

I am now back to University for my second semester, first year. It is really nice to be back now after the three week christmas break. However, January is the month of exams so I have to buckle down and study / work hard over the next couple of weeks. I thought I brought a lot of clothes back home with me when I left in December but I am bringing a whole lot more back to Uni with me! This is after being completely spoilt over my birthday & Christmas.  

Top - Next
Disco Pants - Miss Guided
Purple pumps - Primark
Scarf - Zara

This scarf from Zara was a birthday present and I am absolutely in love with it. Unfortunately it is not on the website anymore. The scarfs in Zara go in and out of stock really quickly. I had been looking for a big tartan scarf for ages and this is my favourite. I paired it with a lacy top that I had forgotten about from Next. It was in the back of my wardrobe and I have only just rediscovered it. I have also been wearing these dolly shoes from Primark a lot too. I really love the dark purple colour and they are so cheap at around £4. I also bought this disco pants from Miss Guided a while ago and I love them as they are high waisted. Although you can't see it in these photographs. 

5.1.14

ESTEE LAUDER EXOTIC PINK

One of my favourite products of 2013 is this Pure Colour Blush from Estée Lauder. I bought it at the beginning on the year and even with using it nearly everyday as part of daily makeup routine it still looks like it hasn't be touched. It is quite pricey (at around £25) however considering how long I have used it for it is definitely worth the price. You can find it on the website HERE. I bought it in the colour 'Exotic Pink' which is a very bright pink. You only need a very tiny amount to get a good result. It is very easy to look very "rosy cheeked" with this if you put too much product on as it very highly pigmented - and you'll end up looking like someone from TOWIE.
I apply this product with the Real Techniques Blush Brush by Samantha Chapman. It comes with a mini Estée Lauder brush but I don't use it to apply it. I put a tiny amount on the tip of the brush and then blend it into my cheeks. I love this blush as it lasts all day and you rarely have to touch up throughout the day. It also looks very natural considering it is a very bright colour. I was a bit sceptical when buying it whether it would be too bright against my skin but it works really well. I also love the packaging of this and it fits really well in my makeup bag.
 
I will definitely be continuing to use this product into 2014 as it is the perfect everyday blush. However I am also determined to find an alternative blush for the summer which is a lot lighter and peach toned as I want to try something slightly different. Overall, I would say that this blush is perfect for anyone who doesn't mind spending a little bit more money knowing that this product will last a decent amount of time. I haven't used that many Estée Lauder products in the past but now I am more inclined to buying more products as I know it will be worth it. 

4.1.14

POST CHRISTMAS BLUES

January is my least favourite month of the year as my birthday, christmas and new year is all over. The only thing we are left with is the crappy, rainy weather and the thought of going back to work. However, It does give me the chance to wear some of the clothes that I got as gifts at christmas or I bought myself. I got a lot of gift vouchers for my birthday/christmas which means I had a bit of money to go a spend on a new winter wardrobe (which I was in desperate need for!). I definitely got a lot with the money & I'm very happy with my purchases. 
 Cardigan - Primark
Top - H&M
Jeans - Primark 
Boots - George at ASDA
Bag - River Island
Necklace - New Look


I absolutely love this oversized grey cardigan from Primark. I received it as a christmas present, although I was actually picked it out when I was shopping with my mum so I knew I was going to get it. It is so warm and is so easy to throw on with a variety of outfits. I have also worn my new boots nearly everyday. I don't usually wear black boots but I am so happy with them. They are really comfy even with a little heel (which you can't see) and I love the sued detailing. Unfortunately they are not online anymore so I couldn't link them. My River Island was also a Christmas present as I needed a new daily bag for uni. I love the B+W detailing on this and it's such a great size.

3.1.14

SALE SHOPPING

This type of year is very well known for it's crazy sales. I'm personally not the biggest fan of searching recklessly for decent sale items in hot sweaty shops. I would much prefer to search the web for sale items in the comfort of my own home with a nice cup of tea by my side! There is just as much variety and it is so much easier! Here are some sale items I have found that I have my eye on! I have already spend so much over christmas and I can't really afford much more, but I'm not sure how long my debit card is going stay in my purse after finding these.

For a while now I have been looking for a fur faux scarf. I found this one from New Look a couple of weeks ago but I didn't want to spend £13 on it so close to christmas. However how it is half price I can't really say no! I love the two toned pattern in it. Everyone who knows me, knows I love a good statement necklace. I probably have too many already but I absolutely love this mirrored one from Topshop. Sticking with the mirrored theme, I also love this heels from ASOS. However, I don't tend to wear heels that often anymore unless for very special occasions. The Diptyque fragrances have always been raved about and I have always wanted to try them myself and now they are in the sale for a fraction of the price, I have no excuse! What are your January sale favourites this year? 


2.1.14

TWENTY FOURTEEN

Hi, long time no speak! I have completely abandoned this blog since the summer as I have been extremely busy over the last 6 months with working and starting uni etc. I Haven't had a chance to put all my attention into developing this blog. However, with it being the new year and everything I thought I would try and get into it again. I had forgotten how much I have missed just browsing at other peoples blogs and creating my own personal space. I want to start regularly blogging at least once a week to get into the swing of things. I have a lot more time on my hands so this seems like a reasonable goal. Like I said, I have now started university and developing a blog will also help with my degree (BA Hons Advertising) as social networking and marketing plays is a big part in that industry. This will hopefully give me a head start into getting a career in that industry. 2013 was a great year for me and I hope that 2014 will be just as good! Hope everyone is having a great start to the year! Happy 2014!


Photograph - Tumblr (source)