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HOW TO BUILD YOUR PERFECT BEAUTY TRAVEL BAG?

HOW TO BUILD YOUR PERFECT BEAUTY TRAVEL BAG?

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BEAUTY REVIEW; KLAIRS MIDNIGHT BLUE CALMING CREAM #OVERVIEW

BEAUTY REVIEW; KLAIRS MIDNIGHT BLUE CALMING CREAM #OVERVIEW

Are you with skin concerns? Prone to flare ups & irritations, skin sensitivities? Reactions to skin care products? This Midnight Blue Calming Cream by Klairs has been specially formulated with an added edge in addition to their existing skincare ranges. Both soothing & non-irritating here’s a formula suited for calming even extremely sensitive skin.

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February, alas the month of love which for sure is present within this month’s @lookfantastic box theme! Now I can clearly recognise what is ‘new’ about the styling of these boxes! Indeed, it’s all about the visual! Block coloured design (Which I quite like – good for photo backgrounds etc). Not only that, I especially love the little quote that’s written on the inner side of the boxes lid! This month as it’s all about love, quotes ‘’ Meraki (May-rah-kee) Doing something with soul, creativity or love’’ I like that!

So, I’ve kept you hanging with little snapshots on my Instagram page! Time to put that curiosity to bed & let’s jump right in to the contents, shall we?  WHATS INSIDE THE BOX?

Dr. PAW PAW – ORIGINAL BALM 10 ML

What is this? Well, I for one hadn’t come across this product before? Yet I am familiar with the concept of multipurpose balms (think Elizabeth Arden eight-hour etc). It’s a bit of an all-round soothing balm suitable for multiple areas. ‘’With naturally fermented Paw Paw’’ This is perfect as a lip balm, nail and cuticle softener or, as also suggested for use as a make up & eye primer? For me – Hello oil face! I couldn’t get away with that, having a true oily skin type right now! I like that this is the perfect size for travelling around with, easily drops into the bag for those moments when we need a little hydration. For me I think this works best as lip balm however; if prone to those pesky dry skin flaky patches & especially in these cold months! This is a neat little solution to tap on without ruining your make up & provide a quick re-hydration. It’s also really handy for use under those lipsticks, the ones that can appear a bit thin & seem to highlight any dryness, if that makes sense?  I like this product and would definitely consider repurchasing (RRP £ 6.95 for 25 ml). I find that’s acceptable. 

TRIFLE COSMETICS (Sublime Lip scrub in Sugar Pear)

Mmmmh! Warning! This smell and tastes so good you may want to eat it! What is it? A lip scrub (exfoliator) formulated with Cacao butter, Sweet Almond & Peach seed oil. Super gentle for exfoliating the lips and even tastes like toffee! Yes, I did accidentally eat a bit! I personally love this type of product being something I tend to overlook when shopping. Yet, the lips need hydration and a bit of a pampering too! This is incredibly gentle, hydrating and nourishing for the lips – pucker up! Perfect for use before applying lipstick for a smooth surface or, twice per week as a treatment. Another one that I would consider re-purchasing although, I  have  in the past used a South Korean product by Tony Moly which if truth be told, I found to be that bit more hydrating than this. Yet, I can’t knock it as this is also a solid and effective product and I love this quirky packaging too!

CAUDALIE (Vinosource SOS Thirst Quenching Serum 10 ML) 

Now, here is a French brand that I very much link & rate highly for their gentle yet effective approach to skin care. Having tried serums & moisturisers from the brand before, I’ve been keen to try this one out for a while now. Suitable for dry & sensitive skin types, this serum claims to ‘’diffuse water & restore the moisture balance to the skin, leaving it soft and supple’’ (little tip is that it also makes a good primer). From my little sample I’m enjoying using this it’s lightly hydrating & this type of product works well with my sensitive skin type. My moisturiser & make up sit well on top of this product and I notice how comfortable my skin feels too. However, a little goes a long way! You wouldn’t want to overdo it, personally I would feel that my pores could clog should I apply too much. It’s hard to truly review as this is a very small sized sample but, so far I do like it. Perhaps as I’m so into my K-beauty! I feel I can find other products just as effective, often for less. However, in saying that, I did purchase the Vinoperfect radiance serum (you can check out my full review here …..) Initially, I wasn’t overly impressed but, as time went on and I integrated it into a routine, it found it had a place. We all have such different skin types, generally Caudalie products have solid reviews online & are made up with effective formulations so, this SOS serum could really work nicely for you.

FILORGA – (MESO MASK) 

A treatment product; leave on, wash off hydration mask. Or, as an overnight treatment (this is how I use it). Apply a generous amount all over the face & either leave on for 30 mins and wash off with a cotton pad, or let it sink in overnight and cleanse off in the morning. This is formulated with Rhamnose Polysaccharide! Yep I’d never heard of that either! & NCTF which is an anti-ageing complex apparently used in non-surgical procedures! Sounds a bit frightening doesn’t it! This little sample gives a pretty potent punch! I must admit that my skin has been particularly troubled over the last few weeks, from the first time I used this, I distinctively noticed the next day that my skin appeared calmer and less irritated. Too early to comment on wrinkles and anti-ageing, besides I don’t really have many lines, thankfully! I do have smile lines around the mouth area however, but, I couldn’t really say if this helped without using it for longer. From my experience so far, I do think this is a pretty powerful product.

ELEMIS-(PRO COLLAGEN MARINE CREAM) 

I think it’s safe to say that most people who are into skincare would have heard of Elemis at some point or another? This a professional salon brand that I’ve seen used in many spa type environments? This must be a good indicator as to the quality of the products? Not having tried them before I was excited to receive this ‘best-selling’ moisturiser. ‘’Suitable for all skin types, designed to increase hydration & help improve the appearance of fine lines, for best results use post serum stages’’ First impressions are good, it’s light weight yet fully hydrating and non-sticky feeling, I like how my skin feels comfortable with this over it & that it is so light which means that it doesn’t clog the pores at all. It claims to reduce the appearance of wrinkles in 14 days with consistent use – let’s see! I didn’t notice anything totally game changing but as with most things, it takes time to see full results.

BELLA PIERRE (SHIMMER ROLL IN CHAMPAIGN)

Shimmer, shimmer time! This is a highlighting product delivered in a neat little roll on packaging. Which makes it super easy to apply. My skin tone is warm and this works well for me. I think this is the type of shade that would suit everyone’s skin tone, when blended in. With literally a multitude of uses! Over the eyelids for extra shimmer, cheek or collar bones as a highlighter, under the brows for extra sharp definition etc. For the oily skin types out there; I like that this is powder based, as with a creamy product I find they can glide off and mess with my general make up! This product being powder based allows it to stay on without disturbing anything. I especially like using this for under-brow definition &  highlighting for an enhanced glow. The size is good for taking around with you & due to only needing small amounts of the product it should last a fair amount of time too.

So there you have the contents of this month’s Look Fantastic February edition #unboxed! Overall I’m happy with this months edition, despite (again) no full sized product! Despite this, with contents like the lip balm, scrubs and highlighter are all the types of products that will last relatively well, being so concentrated and that a small amount per use is all that’s really needed. The skincare items are both products that I’m happy to sample out being more high end on the market £££! In the past I’ve splurged, only to be disappointed in discovering they are not quite right for my skin type so, this is the perfect way to avoid this kind of repeat! I’m happy with this months edition and quite enjoyed the branding and theme of it all.

Have you tried this too? What were your impressions? Did you love it? Or perhaps disappointment with the content? Let me know your thoughts, it’s always great to her other perspectives and how products work with our individual skint types & preferences Thank you for reading & enjoy the rest of your day beauties ❤

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DISCLAIMER

I have used affiliate links within this post & that basically means that should you choose to click and purchase, i will make a small earning from it. However, always know that all thoughts, purchases and opinions are my own and in no way influenced by this at all 

#UNBOXING TIME #LF FEBRUARY SUBSCRIPTION BOX TIME #VALENTINES Edit February, alas the month of love which for sure is present within this month’s @lookfantastic box theme!

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K-Beauty Acne skincare routine

K-Beauty Acne skincare routine

via Comedonal Acne? My K-Beauty (mainly) skincare routine to prevent breakouts

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Weekend adventures #outandabout

With winter stubbornly holding on with no sign of easing up! Wind, rain or shine! Whatever the weather it’s good to get out and about and enjoy life all the same right?

Last weekend with a trusted friend we embraced the elements and went on a lovely, long walk. True the elements were not on our side, in fact it rained pretty much the whole day,  pretty windy at times too! But hey, we still did…

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HAPPY VALENTINES DAY <3

HAPPY VALENTINES DAY <3

Love is in the air! Here it comes again, that time of the year where it’s all about the love. But what does the idea of love mean to you? Love, of self? Love for the world we live in, love for all the simplistic and beautiful moments that are present every day? (should we choose to see them)? Love for our brothers & sisters! Love is actually all around us, every single day and you know what the…

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Comedonal Acne? My K-Beauty (mainly) skincare routine to prevent breakouts

Comedonal Acne? My K-Beauty (mainly) skincare routine to prevent breakouts

Acne, so many types with so many names! From hormonal acne that creeps up around the chin or jaw line area every now and then? The massive invaders that rise from under the skins surface, settling in awkward places! Then the full on fungal (a minefield to treat) Or, the under the skin Comedonal type of acne spreading all over face but mainly the forehead and cheek areas, Nice! This type consists…

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CONCEALER ON A BUDGET?

Today let’s talk cosmetics! When it comes to make up, I tend to stick to what I know works for me, generally preferring the more natural look. Yet, it is true that I’m always with an eye open for something better! Be it, a lighter foundation or a less pore clogging coverage etc. With my skin tone being warm, I can find choosing the right colour match a bit of a challenge sometimes! Feel the same?

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UNBOXING THE #LOOKFANTASTIC JANUARY (NEW LOOK) #SUBSCRIPTION BOX!

I confess! There’s something a little indulgent about receiving a beautifully packaged box each month filled with unknown skincare/cosmetic treats inside! From dabbling with the Look Fantastic box last year, I decided to suck it up and renew the subscription! Why? Because I really liked the mix, from really well-known names to the smaller & more independents that otherwise, I may never have…

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It’s Collaboration time once more! Working full time? Determined to look after the skin from the inside out! Often travelling, socialising and maintaining hobbies! No joke! It can be tough maintaining a healthy lifestyle balance! Even though, work-outs more & more are appearing shorter & more intense. Still, it’s about getting your mind in to gear too right? After a long day mentally drained much?

One day, my Bestie from the USA asked some questions on the subject, she showed genuine interest in an article I’d written (’Are you looking for a fitness challenge’’). Despite, being a bit of a superwoman in my opinion! Single mum (full time parent). Full time job, active, engaging & empowering blog – that I would love for you to check out: https://www.msqueenro.com/.  Heck, I’m thinking! I have heaps of questions for you too! How do you manage to pull it all off? Alas, that will be Vol 2 so stay tuned folks.

I love her take on it ‘’ Let’s face it, once you hit 30… it seems your whole-body changes – from a slowing down metabolism, to some body part that sags in which you NEVER would guess could!’’

Sadly, YES! Isn’t that the truth! But, importantly & as cheesy as this sounds! Our health truly is our wealth! When you reach mid 30’s! It’s not just about getting into shape & being trim! It’s an investment in our long-term health & future!

Q&A w MsQueenRo

For those of you who don’t remember: MsQueenRo and I became “blogger besties” in 2017. Here’s our first #collaboration article —–> Treating Dark and Tired Eyes.

Since then, we’ve remained in close contact, exchanging ideas, providing each other with inspirational words to keep up the motivation. Our #goal is to fly out someday soon & meet in person but until then, we’ll keep up the collaboration posts to preserve our friendship!

Branching out from blogging & after reading that post, she wanted an alternative opinion on how to maintain this balance when literally leading ‘a living on diesel type of schedule’! Thus, begins our interview:

Q: You have such a busy life and you travel much… how do you find time to maintain a healthy lifestyle? 

It can seem like an obstacle, especially when leading busy lifestyles & being exposed to fast-food temptations everywhere! Staying motivated to healthy lifestyle choices can seem tough! (Nutrition, diet, exercise, rest & relaxation). My approach is to treat it as a general balance! Formed of daily habits that then become a part of our lifestyles with time & practice.

Q: Wow, can you provide my Royals with a specific example of an exercise routine?

During the week, it helps by thinking ahead; I prioritise evenings for physical exercise (at home). Working in an office, traditionally sitting down mostly; I feel it’s essential to maintain this. So, three times per week I do (short) 20 min workouts (Easily squeezed in) Also, by making them High Intensity (HIIT) really makes this time most effective! With short yoga sessions too; in- between for the relaxation side & deep stretches. Having this routine allows me to tune in physically with my overall well-being.

Q:  Yes, exercise is only one aspect of a healthy lifestyle… what about your meals?

To make sure I eat enough nutrients each day, planning & preparing little nutrient-rich snacks to take to work helps restrict the sugar cravings when the in-between meal, hunger-pangs happen.Each day, I aim for three balanced meals & truly believe when we become fully aware of what we’re eating, looking out for nutrients, it helps to make objective food choices easier. For lunch, I’ll opt. Supermarket, looking out for fresher choices; Instead of a ‘meal deal’ (sandwich, drink & snack). I’ll try to make things like salads, or grains, maybe with some precooked fish etc. Veggies, Soups. Or, if sandwiches rather than the pre-made varieties, I’ll get the ingredients separately; lean meats Turkey, grained bread with salad etc. then make it up myself. It may cost a bit more initially / bit more of an effort. But, this way the food stretches further along the week, requiring only small top ups & less thought. At home; I keep stock in the cupboards all kinds of tins, whole ingredients, flours, oils to frozen berries etc. For cooking with. By having these to hand I find it limits time needed to prepare quick, healthy balanced & yummy meals in the week, for me this preparation really is the key. 

Q: What is some advice that you can provide to a person finding it hard to begin a healthy lifestyle? 

Stuck getting into the healthy lifestyle? I think the best advice I can offer is to approach it as a habit and give yourself small goals. We all start somewhere, for me I found approaching with small steps, dedicating a bit of time & thought daily helped make the good habits stick and even enjoy it. It’s super important to live fully & enjoy! Being healthy shouldn’t and truthfully need not feel like a massive chore!

Q: What is a tip to get them started?

Something that 100% motivates me is browsing online! There are masses of free content out there! The workouts I use are all on YouTube & for Free – It all happens in my living room! (No gym required). I follow people like Joe Wicks & The Body Coach TV, Popsugar Fitness, The Fitness Blender, yoga searches for various times of day etc. There are many recipe books available at little cost via Amazon, I like these to help inspire and plan meals ahead. There’s heaps of recipes/information literally at our fingertips.

Q: This was an amazing interview Rowi! Any lasting words for my Royal audience?

When in need of that push for motivation, try to think about what it is that you would like to improve on? Is it diet & more nutrition? Maintaining a lifestyle? Weigh loss or gain? Health improvements? What do you want? From here put a plan in place & commit to it (even if you crash here & there along the way!). Commit, for 3-4 months & after this period, I think most people will physically see and feel huge improvements in health, lifestyle choices, and appearance. From this point keeping it up will be much more sustainable and it all naturally becomes a part of your lifestyle.

Thank you MsQueenRo

Royals / Rowi’s Box followers – We hope you enjoyed this interview b/c we sure did! We all start the New Year filled with new ambitions & general life goals? It’s super easy to get distracted and make excuses but, it’s never too late to become our best selves, right? I confess, after the holidays I’m a bit off the game & have been slacking ! (I’m human too lol), But here we are fresh into 2018 and for sure I’m diving back in to the exercise habit once more & regain that amazing feeling!  So, what will work for you? Yoga? HIIT? Simple nutritious meals?  What will you choose?

Thank you MsQueenRo for your genuine interest & continued positive motivation, I can’t wait for our next collaboration! Make sure to follow this Queen on https://www.msqueenro.com or FB: @MsQueenRo

LIKE and COMMENT Below: What tip(s) will you take away from this interview? How are you maintaining a healthy lifestyle?

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Collaboration Time #2 Maintaining a Healthy Lifestyle It’s Collaboration time once more! Working full time? Determined to look after the skin from the inside out!

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K-BEAUTY ESSENTIALS!

Korean skincare products as you are by now, aware! Have radically stepped up my skincare game! Why? I guess it all boils down to the potency and sometimes unusual ingredients used to create the products. This also applies to some intriguing methods of production like steaming, fermentation etc. There’s a lot to take in and at times it can be a bit overwhelming choosing the right products for my…

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#Gratitude 30 Day challenge? Are you Game? #appreciation

Do you observe how each year seems to pass that little bit faster? But yet, when it does come to the end of the year, is it just me? Or do you feel the magic too? We all seem to reflect a bit more? Take note of the little things & generally think about each other in greater detail than usual? Hopefully you had some free time to relax & enjoy it all too?

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Happy weekend folks, It’s been a while since I’ve written about my all time favourite skincare products alas #Kbeauty I’m sure by now in some way, you must have heard about it? Truthfully It’s beyond me how these products are not already on the shelves of our UK stores? I wish that I could bring them all here for everyone to try, then see the magic happen yourselves!

My journey with K-Beauty started from reading a book! Have you heard about Charlotte Cho? She’s the founder of #Sokoglam a USA based company with carefully selected skincare products from various #K-Beauty brands. She also curates amazing products working in partnership with top brands from S.Korea like #COSRX & brings them to the West, she’s a hero! I discovered her book the little book of skincare on #Amazon about a year ago. During this time my skin was at an all time low! Feeling fed up with spending heaps on endless products, providing no lasting improvements & sometimes only to make matters worse! I found her book & it literally changed everything!

From reading the book I found myself fascinated by the S.Korean beauty culture. They’re born ready for skincare! Through being taught by older generations quite early on in life, it’s learned the importance of looking after your skin. As well as an awareness on healthy & balanced lifestyles thus effectively looking after skin, from the inside out. Reading this changed my perception & approach to skincare & routines, as well as introducing a whole new world of products totally unheard of before! On top of all this, I also realised how much S.Korea influences Western Beauty products too. With such innovative methods & revolutionary ingredients constantly being discovered, the rest of the world watches & slowly follows suite. BB creams & sheet masks for example have long been used in S.K, way before we had them.

This method really had to be put to the test! But do be warned, It’s so easy to go a bit crazy at first in wanting to try it all! With so many different types of products, treatments & steps to consider! Where to begin? I’d heard about the famous ’10 steps’, but soon learned for myself just how effective K-Beauty products are! Highly potent & effective, with many active ingredients. It was exciting! Like tapping into some kind of secret super-power! How could I not share this information with anyone who would be willing to listen? Initially I perhaps delved in too much head first! Generally, it’s probably a good idea to integrate one/two products per time! Makes it’s much easier to see which ingredients are working best with our skin types. The whole idea is to look at the skin, by its type (Oily, combination etc). Then create a tailored routine to feed it all the right nutrients.

My routine would be a little like this: Always remove make up! Double cleanse, exfoliate (twice a week chemically or with mild scrubs, this step alone has really cleared my congested skin). Toner, treatment products for specific areas such as dark patches, breakouts etc. Hydrate with layers of products like (essence + ampoules or serum & moisturizer). Finishing with a good SPF, yes even in the winter! And of course a beloved sheet mask, couple of times per week for ultimate hydration! You can check my earlier post here Have you heard about K-beauty? Does the thought of a Ten Step routine feel slightly intimidating? Perhaps you’ve heard South Korean products are ten years ahead than the West? One way or another it caught my attention. 

It’s now been over a year using a routine made up of around 85% #kbeauty & this is possibly the best skin I’ve had in my life since childhood! I wouldn’t say perfect or anything, but the improvements are massive! On top of this eating a balanced diet with exercise etc. also contributes to healthy skin. But there is no doubt for me that these products are effective. Just look at Korean women for yourselves and most likely you’ll see beautifully smooth looking dewy, glowing skin? Are they super human? Is it genetic? No, I don’t think so, they just know what to do, when & how to do it.

So there you have it, how I stumbled upon K-beauty! That little book did literally change everything! Do you have your favourites? Struggle to find them here in the UK? Or perhaps the notion seems totally fad like for you? I think, as with all things you have to try before you knock it right? Perhaps maybe you too will be fascinated!

#kbeauty #onlygoodskindaysahead #sokoglam #soko #neogen #COSRX #tonymoly #effectiveskincare #skinisascience #revolutionaryingredients

  NEW POST: My skincare journey with #Kbeauty Happy weekend folks, It's been a while since I've written about my all time favourite skincare products alas #Kbeauty I'm sure by now in some way, you must have heard about it?

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New Year New you? Time for #Goalsetting

A very Happy New year (approaching) to all you lovely followers! How are you all planning on getting the new year started? Recovering from wild boozy antics? Planning on painting the town red? Or perhaps more of a reflective start? Ready to leap into action for the New Year with New Goals & Motivations? 

Sounds like such a cliche doesn’t it? New Year, New you?! However there is a certain power…

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REVIEW OF THE WEEK: Vinoperfect #Radiance Serum by #Caudalie - Have you tried?

REVIEW OF THE WEEK: Vinoperfect #Radiance Serum by #Caudalie – Have you tried?

Today let’s talk products! With the colder weather I tend to layer up on the hydration layers & have been trying out a new serum from #Caudalie called #VinoperfectRadiance Complexion Correcting Serum. I was curious due to the many raving reviews online. 

It’s a milky looking / textured serum, that claims to reduce the appearance of dark spots from age to sun marks, promoting an overall boost in…

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Are you a fitness god! Eat as well as you can in general? Also a lover of food?  Being a bit of a foodie & previously one of the lucky ones (don’t hate me!). I always used to be able to pretty much eat as much as I wanted, with no real consequences (that I could see anyway!). Until alas, the early 30’s happened! 

Yep, that luck soon to run out but my appetite remained the same! Not really noticing any changes until this year (now 35). The holidays, or lets just say holiday photo’s happened! I realised things had changed! Back in the day I used be pretty active gyming it 4X per week & actually loved it! But let myself slip over the years, post holidays I knew it was time to take control but not just for how I look on the outside! For overall health and that feeling of being physically strong again!

#Thebodycoach AKA Joe Wicks, some of you may love him? Others perhaps feel it’s all hype? Online there’s all kinds of mixed feelings! But, I can only tell you what I know to be true for myself & truthfully I’ve never tried anything more effective!

  So what is it all about? The body coach TV is a You Tube channel with plenty of 15, 20 even 30 minute work outs to chose from. #Joewicks has cook books with snack ideas & some with workout plans too. For those who want a significant weight loss may opt for a more intensive plan. You can buy 30 or 90 day SSS plan; these base workouts & meals on your weight, height etc. I didn’t do this more so, I made my own by purchasing a few of the books (kindle and hardback). All the work outs I do are free & available online. The principle is that you work hard. If you do this correctly, you are really working your butt off! These are High Intensity workouts and man! Sometimes it feels brutal! Yet afterwards, so good that you actually made it through!

The recipes are based on you working out and what I love about #Wicks is that; its not your usual plan! (And there some criticism for this!). The meals can be quite high in fat, yet when you get the timings right, by that I mean on your work out days. I found that  fat was literally burning whilst filling up with loads of nutrients from all kinds of veg, fibre, proteins etc.. 

My Home-Made Routine: To start with I wanted to shred a bit of fat, but not too much more to feel physically strong again, fit and healthy. Also for my skin! Suffering with breakouts that I never had before, I believed this to be rooted to something internal. 4 X per week I would do #HIIT & on those days I eat more carbs, take recipes inspired from the books (sometimes I change them up a bit to my own preferences). The portions can be quite big & if so, I tailor to what feels right for me & my body. Typically, for breakfast overnight oats, [porridge, wholegrain toast with avocado’s etc. Lunch would be salads full of good and healthy fats like salmon, avocados, leaves and beetroots with a nice wholegrain roll. Or homemade fish finger sandwiches etc. Non work out days you reduce the carbs as best you can & to be honest It didn’t feel like going without anything! The idea is to curb your hunger with thought out, prepped snacks to stop you getting so hungry (like traditional diets). If you opt for starvation I imagine anyone would totally end up binging on everything because we’d be almost starving!

Overall? It’s been four months now and I would say that I have achieved everything I wanted & more from this journey. I find from sticking with it; this has now become a habit one that’s changing my perception of what I eat too! My skin is glowing and better than it has been in years, I’m happy with how I look and feel on the inside & out, overall stronger feeling & have become a bit of a master in the kitchen at the same time! Once you get past the first couple of weeks, the difference in strength can be felt which is oh so motivating. Don’t get me wrong, I still love a good pizza and wine! But as with everything in life, it’s all about the balance right? Now, I do HIIT about 3 X per week, in-between I may do a leg day, yoga arms, abs etc. The best bit with this type of workout is that it’s quick, effective & can be fitted into most routines & at home. I work full time, not going to lie I’m tired when I get home! Yet, I can find the time for this so I believe If i can, so can anyone it just takes a bit of a push. If curious, want to get a bit leaner & stronger pre the holiday season & up for a challenge? I would totally recommend anyone to give this a try the results are incredible! 

#onelifeonebody #thebodycoachtv #joewicksyourmyhero #healthiswealth #eatright #sweat #hiit #getlean 

Check it out here:

THE BODY COACH TV (YOU TUBE CHANNEL)

Books on amazon

Looking for a fitness challenge? Pre-Christmas Burner? Must have seen #Joewicks? #TheBodycoach TV Are you a fitness god! Eat as well as you can in general? Also a lover of food? 

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Hello & Hello! I’m back after a long & intermittent break from my beloved blog! How did you all enjoy the summer days? It’s been a bit of a transition back to the colder, short and dark days I tell you. One that also left my skin in need of an overall, overhaul in terms of skin care & cosmetics too!

Despite the silence; Still been mixing it up with new products! Do you feel you need to adapt to seasons too? So what’s new? Today’s post I would like to share with you my thoughts on the new #Bareminerals #Barepro Liquid foundation. 

What is it? It’s an all new, light-weight foundation from Bareminerals available in 30 shades. It claims to contain skin boosting ingredients like Bamboo stem & papaya enzymes which improves skin texture over time. Also with that signature #Mineral lock long wear technology known to the brand. Aside from its power house ingredients, it’s said to also blur the appearance of pores, provide a light (yet build-able)  coverage that lasts up to 24 hours!  With SPF 20 too, I mean come on! This sounds amazing!

How do I like it? So, retailing at £29.00 (TIP: You can find it for less online once you know your shade). For my skin tone it’s impossible to find a regular drug store foundation because the colour is never ever right so, I was ready for that! you get 30 ml which is a standard size yet it stands much taller than my other bottles! I love the pump it comes with (easy to control & no extra over cost involved). Honestly speaking, I think I’ve found my new favourite here! Being big into skincare the greatest goal is for flawless skin, without the need for foundation! Yet, not being there yet! I love how light-weight this formula is,  as well as the smooth the coverage it gives. This doesn’t clog or stick into the pores like some foundations can. More so it gently glides over the skin leaving a non drying matt finish. This product actually does last all day! For example; I walk briskly for about 30/40 mins per day, at times I do get really hot and wonder how it’s all impacting my face! Also, in my office at work it’s really warm in the winter with central heating from all angles! Despite all these factors my skin has been looking pretty much the same all day long since using this! 

Compared to all the other foundations I’ve dabbled with over the years. I was always loyal to my Mac yet through the day would find it  bit too heavy and noticed creases. Since discovering this one I feel this is my winning product!

I Apply it with a beauty blender sponge (damp). Using a small amount and patting it into the skin. Then to set, I press a little translucent powder,  there’s no setting in to the cracks as it were! It feels comfortable on the skin and stays put all day. I’m actually in love with this product!

Have you tried it? I’d love to hear your thoughts & application styles. Despite being a bit of a spurge, a little spreads far & it actually does what it promises! With only a small amount this covers my whole face really well! From what I see online too there seems to be only great reviews going on so, it seems suitable for all kinds of skin types too! Win! 

  #bareminerals #barepro #lightmakeup #changeofseason #changeinskin #somethingnew #cosmetics #chooseright 

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New Products! The all new from #bareminerals #barepro foundation! Hello & Hello! I'm back after a long & intermittent break from my beloved blog! How did you all enjoy the summer days?