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Magazine Freebies – October 2016

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Magazine freebies this month so far already – I have also included details of when / what free gifts are available if you are considering subscribing as well:

  • Marie Claire = £3.99 – Full Size Ciate Nail Polish  (13.5 ml) – worth £9.00  choice of four colours – I chose the ‘The Glossip’ – beautiful bright peach/orange colour and free sample sachet of Tresemme shampoo/conditioner and discount codes/ cards included within magazine.

  • Subscribe to Marie Claire from £18.99 for 12 issues by Direct Debit (DD) – free St Tropez set worth over £29 with subscription  – (see photos below for details)  states for first 300 subscribers however usually an offer on so if this particular offer has finished just check online.
  • InStyle = £3.99 – Choice of a free Neal’s Yard Remedies Geranium & Orange Hand Cream or Body lotion – both worth £10.00.

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  • Harper’s Bazaar = £4.50 – Free Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream Ultra Rich – Anti Ageing – 15ml  worth £28.00.

  • Subscribe to Harper’s Bazaar from £6 for 6 issues by Direct Debit (DD) – free REN Flash Hydro Boost worth £34 free with subscription  – (see photos below for details)  states for first 200 orders and valid to 30.09.16 however usually an offer on so if this particular offer has finished just check online.

As advised previously each month I will update that month’s magazine freebie post when I see additional magazine freebies  or when relevant offers become available. (once again a reminder that magazines always dated month in advance i.e. you get the October issue in September).

Hope this helps – any comments / queries please let me know.  Would also love you to comment if you have/are thinking about getting any of these magazines or subscribing.   If not already subscribed / following my blog would love you to follow – would mean a lot. x

Thank you.

Best Wishes Liz x

Freebies Sites UK & Freebie Notifications

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As you all know by now how much I love getting freebies, discounts, offers, gifts with purchases and love being able to pass these onto family, friends and all you lovely followers both here and on instagram and twitter.

So thought I would give you a quick overview of one of the ways I  find out about, claim, receive freebies.    The best way  to receive early notification for a lot of freebies / offers etc. is through signing up to online freebie sites.  There are a number of online freebie sites but the two I currently use the most is Gratisfaction UK   and Latest Free Stuff.

Gratisfaction UK is one of the newer online UK freebie sites and is described at the UKs fastest growing freebies site who bring you the latest free offers throughout the day, every day.   I have been able to claim and gratefully received a number of freebies / offers through both these sites.   I have  included photos above and below of just a few of the freebies I have received within the last two weeks below – the Simple and Chanel Chance free samples have now finished but please see my earlier post here  for details on the Body Shop free samples.

When you sign up to either site or other freebie sites you will receive a daily email freebie / offer notification.  As majority of freebie sites only send one daily email notification it is also better to sign up to their facebook pages too as any freebies / offers updates are posted here regularly.  Then you just apply for any freebie / offer you are interested in and await their arrival by post – if freebie needs collected in store the majority of time you just need to show your  freebie / offer voucher or code on your phone.  However you need to apply for freebies as soon as you can to give you more of a chance of receiving them as they can run out very quickly and  remember some freebies can take up to 28 days or more to arrive.  Another thing you need to remember is that the majority of freebie sites  do not send you out the freebies, they are just making you aware of  freebies / offers currently available, who from, including the link  to enable  you to apply for them.

For those of you worrying about overload of spam emails I personally find when you apply / sign up for freebies that just require your name, address, email and maybe date of birth you  receive v little spam emails more just promotional / offers from the company that is providing the freebie.

Hope you found this helpful – happy freebie hunting and hope you receive some freebies  v soon to enjoy.

Thank you for taking the time to look – much appreciated  – look forward to any comments you may have – would love to hear what recent freebies you have received  – if you are not already a follower would love you to follow my blog too – would mean a lot.

Best Wishes Liz x

Jeans for Genes Appeal – Ltd Ed T-Shirt

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What is Jeans for Genes?

Jeans for Genes is an appeal dedicated to raising funds that will help children suffering from genetic disorders.

Who does Jeans for Genes help?

The money raised on Jeans for Genes Day funds a range of initiatives that improve the quality of life of children affected by genetic disorders – please see the Jeans for Genes UK site for more detail.

How it happens in the UK

In the UK, one day every year – this year Jeans for Genes day is on Friday 23rd September – everyone is asked to throw out the usual dress rules, jump into their jeans and donate a sum to help this cause. The appeal also come up with ideas to raise extra funds, such as competitions and quizzes and  through their clothing including annual limited edition fashion t-shirts.

This year Jeans for Genes have teamed up with Glasgow School of Art to bring you their 2016 limited edition fashion t-shirt which was designed by Katherine Garbutt.

The T-shirt is £20 and comes in sizes UK 6 – UK 22 – however I have just checked and sizes 6 and 22 are now sold out.

I received my t-shirt yesterday (I have purchased one the last few years as well), it is a beautiful black v good quality oversized t-shirt with Jeans for Genes logo written in white on the front, the scoop neck shows off your collar bones, while the short sleeved design and loose oversized fit will help to keep you cool and comfy.

I would definitely recommend purchasing this t-shirt  for you to be a part of Jeans for Genes day through supporting this excellent cause  and because it also is a beautiful comfortable t-shirt to wear any time, not just 23rd September 2016.  However if you decide to purchase I would recommend going at least one size smaller as although it is meant to be loose fitting it is big fitting and although I usually take a Size 10 I purchased the t-shirt in Size 8 and I might have been better to get a Size 6 – however will still be able to wear the size 8.

Thank you for taking the time to look – much appreciated  – look forward to any comments you may have – if you are not already a follower would love you to follow my blog too – would mean a lot.

Best Wishes Liz x

SpaceNK Gift with Purchase & Ultrasun

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I wanted to let you know that SPACENK UK have currently a number of great free gifts with specific purchases  available while stocks last – see link here for further details.   One of these offers is a free gift of a EVE LOM Travel Care Collection when you purchase selected suncare.

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This travel-friendly set comprises the cult favourite Cleanser – 30ml, quarter Muslin Cloth, Rescue Mask – 15ml and TLC Cream  -three 5ml sachets –(will also do a review on these products soon.  Therefore as I needed more Ultrasun SPF 50 Extreme Sun Protection – £20 for 100ml,  I ordered it  and entered the code ELSUNCARE at checkout and received the free EVE LOM set, was also able to choose three free samples at checkout and  got free shipping too.

The Ultrasun range was developed in Switzerland and is described as delivering very high levels of protection against both UVA and UVB rays with just one application a day.  All of the Ultrasun products are water-resistant and will carry on protecting you even after repeated swimming, watersports and towel drying with absolutely no need to re-apply during the day – Once a Day.  I totally agree with their claims as my skin is very sensitive in the sun and I therefore  need to use very high factor sun protection as well as making sure I do not stay out in the sun at peak times or for prolonged periods.

I put on the gel / more a cream lotion at least half an hour before I am going out and I find that it does last all day but sometimes if I am in the water a lot / sun stronger than normal I do reapply on specific areas of skin for my own assurance – may not need to but just prefer to do this.    The Ultrasun product I purchased has a pump applicator, no strong fragrance and does not take long to sink into the skin, although states as non sticky I find the higher factors are slightly sticky until they sink in but that does not take long.  I would highly recommend the Ultrasun range for everyone especially those with sensitive skin  – Please see my earlier review on the Ultrasun Lipbalm here which I absolutely love too and cannot be without all year round.

I would definitely recommend looking at the SPACENK UK free gift offers especially this offer and the Ultrasun sun protection range  – and also if you are a new SPACENK UK customer when you use my referral link HERE you will get £10 off your first online order when you spend £40 or over, choice of three free samples and free shipping.

I hope you found this useful – I also intend to do further short posts on other offers I have been lucky enough to get and are still available.

Thank you for looking  and look forward to any comments you may have – if you are not already a follower would love you to follow my blog too – would mean a lot.

Enjoy the remainder of the weekend and take care.

Best Wishes Liz x

Elizabeth Arden-Free City Smart Sample

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Another free sample offer currently available with consultation and while stocks last is the Elizabeth Arden City Smart Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Hydrating Shield – 5ml – deluxe sample size.

You just need to ask at any Elizabeth Arden counter  and then you will receive your free 5ml / 7-day sample Elizabeth Arden Prevage City Smart sample with a skin consultation while stocks last.

Described as a moisturising lotion that hydrates and shields skin from UV rays with SPF 50 sunscreen hydrating with an anti-ageing formula that utilises triple action protection to safeguard skin from pollution, UV rays and visible signs of ageing. 

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I have already tried my sample for two days and loving it already.   It has a light cream consistency, similar to colour of a tinted moisturiser.   I applied over my serum and moisturiser and it sank into my skin really quickly and although does not say it can act as a primer I found it was / is a good base for my makeup, also great for those makeup free days.  It really helps the look of your skin as well as protecting it.   Although pricey at £55 for 40 ml this product could be on my next shopping list if I continue to get good results over the next week but as always will be looking out for best offers available  and remember to do the same – love the look of this  offer already which is currently available at Elizabeth Arden online- when you purchase £60 or over  you will receive a free gift worth £115 which comes in a beautiful bag too – photo below of gift – see link here.  

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I hope you found this useful – remember the above free 5 ml sample offer will be available while stocks last, so the quicker you can get into a Elizabeth Arden counter the more chance the sample will still be available – I also intend to do further short posts on other offers I have been lucky enough to get and are still available.

Thank you for looking  and look forward to any comments you may have – if you are not already a follower would love you to follow my blog too – would mean a lot.

Hope you all have a lovely weekend.

Best Wishes Liz x

The Body Shop-Free Face Mask Samples

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A quick post to let you know about three Body Shop free face masks offers, two currently available in-store (both of which I have already got) and one that will be available in-store through o2 priority from Monday 29th August 2016:


First one is through the The Body Shop facebook page / Claim Free Face Mask link,  Click Claim One  and enter your details and then you will receive an email voucher which you just need to show on your phone in The Body Shop store while stocks last, you can send link to three friends too.     You will receive three 5ml Masks – I am planning to try mine tomorrow and then do a quick review on them too.


Second one that is available with consultation while stocks last is The Body Shop My Happy Skin Samples pack – 7 personalised samples included one of which is another face mask – a week’s worth of samples  – I cannot find a link online but just ask in store while stocks last – I personally think this is a great way to try Body Shop products – so looking forward to trying these too.


Last but not least is the o2 priority one that is available from Monday 29th August 2016  – just show o2 priority offer on your phone in-store to receive another 5ml Himalayan charcoal purifying glow mask as below – just need to download o2 app if you have not already and remember not to press use now till you are at the counter.

I hope you found this useful – remember all the above offers are / will be available while stocks last, so the quicker you can get into a participating store the more chance samples will still be available – I also intend to do further short posts on other offers I have been lucky enough to get and are still available.

Thank you for looking  and look forward to any comments you may have – if you are not already a follower would love you to follow my blog too – would mean a lot.

Hope you all have a lovely weekend.

Best Wishes Liz x

YOU Beauty Box Shortlist – Sept 2016

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The ‘Editor’s Picks Edit’ September 2016 YOU Beauty box  (details below) is available on 1st September 2016 from 7 am (as before I suggest you make your selection as soon as possible after 7am as some items may go out of stock pretty quickly)  – for details on how to subscribe / different plans which start from £6.95 please see my previous post here.

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In celebration of their 3rd Birthday, YOU editor Sue Peart has selected September’s  shortlist below:

  • MALIN+GOETZ Vitamin E Face Moisturiser (40ml);
  • Eyeko Black Magic Mascara (4ml);
  • Argan + Anti Age Hand & Nail Cream (75ml);
  • Weleda Sensitive Skin Almond Body Lotion (20ml);
  • Sanctuary Ultimate Cleansing Oil (50ml);
  • Erno Laszlo ³Firmarine Hydrogel Mask² (25g);
  • INIKA Lip Tint, shade Cosmic (3.2g);
  • INIKA Lip Tint, shade Candy (3.2g);
  • Weleda Skin Food (30ml);
  • Philosophy take a deep breath oil-free oxygenating gel cream (5ml); and
  • Sally Hansen Insta-Dri Top Coat (13.3ml).

Plus each member will receive: THE HERO PROJECT™ – Hyasoft Instant Moisture Boost (3ml) or Glow Drops Dry Touch Facial Oil + Vitamin C (3ml), Indeed Labs – nanoblur (2ml), PROPERCORN – Lightly Sea Salted or Sweet & Salty flavours.

As a YOU Beauty box  member you are entitled to choose between two to four samples from the YOU Beauty Box shortlist each month, depending on which price plan you are on.

Remember of you are already subscribed and  wish to upgrade your account, you need to upgrade your account by 6pm on 27th August 2016.

Thank you for looking  and look forward to any comments you may have – if you are not already a follower would love you to follow my blog too – would mean a lot.?

Best Wishes Liz x

Margaret Dabbs-Foot Hygiene Cream

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Our feet is one of the parts of the body we sometimes forget about especially in the Wintertime.  However I feel when our feet are ‘happy’ and well looked after it helps our well-being so much.  Therefore a hero product for me that helps me maintain  and look after my feet is the Margaret Dabbs London Foot Hygiene Cream.

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I first tried the Margaret Dabbs Foot Hygiene Cream approximately two years ago and now cannot be without it – full size is £20 for 100gm / 3.38 fl.oz, although states is a cream is has more a balm consistency, it comes in a screw top jar with a plastic spatula included in the exterior box.   It has an antiseptic / hygienic  type fragrance which I personally do not mind as it is not too overpowering.

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Described as a multi tasking / functional Foot Hygiene Cream which helps relieve symptoms of sore, dry, blistered skin and discoloured nails.  A perfect hygiene measure for sports and sweat prone feet. Rich in Emu Oil to promote skin renewal and pure Tea Tree Oil, for its natural anti fungal and antibacterial qualities, it’s perfect for daily use to keep feet looking fit, protected and healthy.

States as being best for the following:

  • For those who are sporty.
  • Those who suffer from sweat prone feet and odour.
  • Sufferers of Athletes Foot.
  • Sufferers of Verrucas.
  • Those who wish to maintain good healthy, hygienic feet.
  • Is very low in irritability and is therefore suitable for all skin types.
  • Suitable for diabetics.
  • Suitable for use during pregnancy.
  • Suitable for men and women

Directions

You are advised to warm a small amount of Margaret Dabbs foot hygiene cream in the hand and apply all over the feet and nails.  Use daily for a two-week period and as necessary thereafter to help combat any further flare-ups.  I apply as advised and you only need to use a small amount for each foot, when you warm it between your hands it turns into an oil type consistency which is so easy to apply / massage into your feet, between your toes, on and around your nails. 

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I usually leave a few minutes to soak in if wearing footwear with bare feet as it is oily / leaves slight residue until it sinks in or if putting on socks I  put on my socks straight away and if at night I apply just before I get into bed and rub any residue onto my hands / nails as I find it is great for them too.  The balm / cream leaves your feet refreshed, hydrated and smooth and used on a regular basis it helps to keep your feet maintained with no dry or cracked skin.    It is also excellent for anyone with Athlete’s foot or sweaty feet – helps with odour too.  It is also perfect for using to massage a partner’s / family member / friends etc. or your own feet.

I always repurchase this product and highly recommend to everyone, no matter what your concern is.  However as always I look out for the best offers available when purchasing  and have included two offers below that are currently available but as always shop around online or in store for best offers before purchasing – hope this helps.

  • SPACENK UK: –currently £20 – however you can select three free samples at checkout and currently if this is your first order and you use my referral code here   you get £10 and free shipping with any order £40 or more, just use the code at checkout e.g. you could purchase two of the hygiene creams if you wanted and with the £10 off would only be £30 with free shipping and three free samples;
  • FEELUNIQUE: – use code nceaku for 10% of selected items and two free samples when you spend £30 – if discount code finished always search for a new one before purchasing.

Thank you for looking  and look forward to any comments you may have – if you are not already a follower would love you to follow my blog too – would mean a lot.

Best Wishes Liz x

Lip Monthly Bag – August 2016

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I received my August 2016 Lip Monthly  bag today and in case you are new to the US-based Lip Monthly  bag which costs $12.95  per month (free shipping worldwide – and always special offers on for your first bag) please see my previous posts here and here which also includes my thoughts on the contents of the June & July 2016 bags.

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This month’s  bag is white with a Blue / Pink / Dark Orange and Black floral design– (each month you receive a lip monthly makeup bag and most months there is a different design).  Inside were the following – the usual three lip products, one makeup item and the product information card:

 1.  Seraphine Rosy Cheeks Natural Lip / Cheek Gel in ‘Bloom’  – $20.00

Never heard of this brand before  – comes in a tube and smells of roses,  you just need a dot and then press / blend colour in – it is long lasting and has a matt stain type finish – initial thoughts are that personally would use this product more on my cheeks than my lips.

2.  Manna Kadar Lip Crayon – ‘Liplocked’ – $24
 

I have received products from this brand before and although have used them have not been overly impressed with products I have received to date – states is a priming lip wand – it has a matt finish and is a medium pink colour – not sure about this product yet as initially feels quite drying on the lips but need to try for a longer period to see how it performs.

3.  Hikari Cosmetics Dual Colour Lip & Cheek Stick ‘Tawny’ – $15.00

This is definitely not a product I would use on my lips more a highlighter as has a bronze shimmery finish and not a strong colour either – maybe if I had received it in a different colour the shimmer would not be quite as noticeable –  initially v disappointed with this product.

4.  Lord & Berry Lip Liner ‘Romantic Rose’–$10.00

I do like Lord & Berry lip products and love the colour, a dark pink colour, consistency  and durability of this pencil already.

Although overall the bag was definitely v good value this month – total retail value of $69 – because I would not use one of the lip products on my lips and another one I feel quite drying on my lips I am not as impressed with this months bag compared to recent bags.   I would still recommend trying this beauty subscription especially if you love lip products and because of the value of products included, however as I am currently considering which beauty subscriptions to keep on I am seriously thinking of cancelling this subscription for the moment.

Please see my Lip Monthly referral link for more details on subscriptions / special offers etc.

 Link directly to the Lip Monthly site for more details.

Thank you for looking  and look forward to any comments you may have – if you are not already a follower would love you to follow my blog too – would mean a lot.

Best Wishes Liz x

Bourjois Radiance Reveal Concealer

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I have been searching for a ‘favourite’ under eye concealer for a while that will help conceal dark circles without emphasising any fine lines  / and also give your eyes that extra brightness / slight illumination especially when you have not had enough sleep.   So when I was browsing through the Bourjois beauty products on Boots online and seen the  Bourjois Radiance Reveal Concealer,  £7.99, noticed there was a Bourjois free gift (worth £22) with purchases of £15 or over – I decided to purchase two concealers, as I had enough advantage points, which meant I also got the free gift below: a full size – bronzing powder, nail polish and lip crayon and in addition as I ordered online I received two free Lacoste Eau De Lacoste L.12.12 Pour Elle 1.5ml fragrance samples to try.

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The Bourjois Radiance Reveal Concealer is available in three shades; 01 – Light / Ivory (noted as light but Ivory is colour on bottle), 02- Medium and 03 Bourjois Deep    .  It comes in a glass bottle with a sponge wand applicator and silver tone screw top closure.    It states that is corrects, illuminates and has 24hr Hydration – the light enhancing concealer conceals dark circles and imperfections whilst smoothing and hydrating for 24 hours.

This concealer has the perfect creamy consistency and so easy to apply – I applied under the  eye area with three short strokes with the applicator and blended in lightly with my fingertips.   I am extremely impressed with this concealer as find it just glided / glides onto the skin so easily, blends in perfectly and does not settle into / emphasis any fine lines, instead smooths the under eye area.  It helps disguise dark circles, coverage is buildable.  Perfect as not obvious you are wearing concealer, illuminates the under eye area, is very long lasting and no caked residue at all.    I have nothing negative to say at all about this product  – just love it.

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I will  be repurchasing and would definitely recommend you trying this product, if you have not already.   I have included two online sites below where offers, (including the one I got at Boots) are available at the moment, while stocks last (also available in stores whiles stocks last) but as always shop around online or in store for best offers before purchasing – hope this helps.

  • Boots: – free gift worth £22 with purchases of £15 or more while stocks last –  remember your advantage card points too ;
  • Superdrug: –  free contouring duo  kit when you purchase 3 Bourjois items and 3 for 2 on selected Bourjois items – also remember your health and beauty card too.

If you have tried the radiance reveal concealer before would love to know your thoughts.

Thank you for looking  and look forward to any comments you may have – if you are not already a follower would love you to follow my blog too – would mean a lot.

Best Wishes – take care  Liz x