YOU Beauty Box – April 2017 Shortlist

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 YOU Beauty box  shortlist time again  – the April ‘Organic & Natural’ Edit box will be available on 1st April 2017 from 7 am  – for details on how to subscribe / different plans which start from £6.95 please see my previous post here.

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Shortlist / Products you can choose from:

  • White Rabbit Skincare Comfort Cleansing Balm 15ml;
  • Jurlique Rosewater Balancing Mist 15ml;
  • Friendly Soap Lavender and Geranium Hair and Body Bar 20g;
  • AA Skincare Green Tea & Aloe Vera Soothing Cleansing Wipes, 25 wipes per pack;
  • Balm Balm Tea Tree Lip Balm 10ml;
  • Amie Skincare® Morning Dew™ Matte-Finish Moisturiser 10ml;
  • Bee Good Youth Enhancing, Smooth & Prime Serum 10ml;
  • REN Skincare Evercalm™ Ultra Comforting Rescue Mask 10ml;
  • Balance Me Super Toning Body Polish 50ml;
  • PHB Ethical Beauty Organic Lip Crayon in Pink 4g;
  • SKN-RG Organic Cellular Repair Moisturiser 10ml;
  • Benecos Classic Hand Cream 75ml;
  • Balance Me Tinted Wonder Eye Cream 5ml;
  • Lavera Hand and Nail Cream 1ml;
  • The Organic Pharmacy Marigold & Comfrey Hand Cream 50ml; and
  • Pip & Nut Coconut & Almond Butter Squeeze Pack 30g

Gold members will also receive The Organic Pharmacy Marigold & Comfrey Hand Cream 50ml, worth £20!  Bronze & Silver members will receive a Lavera Hand and Nail Cream 1ml.

Although a good selection of different products / brands to choose from – I personally am not overly excited about any of the items and would also prefer if the additional items included were not also included in the choice of items.   However I may still stay with the Gold Plan this month because of the addition of the free hand cream for ‘Gold’ members (worth £20).   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 – I am still on the Gold Plan (four samples).

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.

Thank you  – take care and hope you all have a lovely weekend.

Best Wishes Liz x

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My Little ‘#NOFILTER’ Box – March 2017

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Hi Again

I had to show you the March 2017 My Little Box which I received last week.   As advised before it is one of my favourite monthly subscription boxes which costs £14.95 (inclusive of p&p) per month, however My Little Box even surpassed my high expectations this month.    This month’s theme is ‘#NOFILTER’ and I adore the way the Gorgeous Bag  (usually a box), cards, packaging is all coordinated perfectly in line with this month’s theme.

 

As always this month’s box contained  product information cards, picture card  but missing the usual glossy My Little Box booklet and drawstring pouch (think a pouch is not included as there is a Zipped Bag this month instead of the outer box) – love the addition of a bag this month as although the themed boxes are very pretty I have so many boxes now I really do not need any more.   Included in this months box are:  



Dusky Pink Toilet / Cosmetic Zipped Bag – this is a gorgeous bag and delighted we received this instead of a box this month – not sure if it is only for this month but would love the addition of a bag on a regular basis;



‘Selfie’ Foundation Brush –love, love, this brush, comes in a box and it has a beautiful dusky pink handle with rose gold tone detail and the brush is so soft but also firm as well – it is good for foundation but it really is perfect for so much more i.e. applying bronzer, blusher, loose powders as well – so cute as well;



Rose Gold tone Smartphone ring – never heard much about these before, it is for ‘sticking’ onto the back of your phone, states can also be used as a mini tri-pod for taking portrait / landscape photos- always keep my smart phone in a full protective case but will definitely get round to trying it – once again love the colour of it: 

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Laura Mercier Blemish-less Foundation Primer- 15ml (travel size)– have used Laura Mercier primers before and they do a good job but as this a new version have not tried it yet so looking forward to trying;


Makeup For Ever Ultra HD Microfinishing Pressed Powder– 1g (travel size) – states blemishes are softened fine lines blurred and a texture so fine you almost forget you’re wearing any makeup up all – tried this before and it does help to keep your skin matte/ makeup  last longer and you really do not feel it on your skin – however not sure about blurring fine lines but still a good product and this a handy size for your makeup bag; 

 


My Little Beauty ‘Vernis Toute Nude’ Nail Polish– 10ml (full size)   – Beautiful neutral colour – brush perfect size,  leaves a lovely shine to your nails,  packaging also matches this month’s theme perfectly as well.


Extra included this month is a ‘Beauty Notes’ notebook  – love this addition, perfect size for my handbag.

As always I would  definitely recommend subscribing to this box as it is still one of my favourite subscription boxes.  I adore this month’s box, love everything about it; colour theme, brush is gorgeous, love all the makeup items and the addition of a bag just finished it off – perfect box this month for me.  Even if you not able to a get box every month I would recommend getting this month’s box for yourself as a treat or as a gift, as currently My Little Box  are giving up to 25% off your first box using the code FIRSTBOX and if you are a past subscriber and want to sign up again use the code WELCOMEBACK to get a free gift.

Any queries / comments please let me know and if you would like a separate review on any of the above products just let me know.  Also if you received this months box would love to know what you thought, what were your favourite items this month?

If you are not already a follower would love you to follow my blog too – would mean a lot.

Thank you – take care.

Best Wishes Liz x

Olivia Burton Midi Dial Chrono Watch

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Good Morning All

Hope you all had a good weekend – doesn’t it just fly though.

As I have told you before I love jewellery and one of my recent purchases has been an Olivia Burton watch.  Olivia Burton brand was established by ex-fashion buyers Lesa Bennett and Jemma Fennings who launched the label in 2012.   The best friends founded Olivia Burton after spotting a gap in the market for affordable, stylish and fashion-led watches (they also sell other accessories now as well).

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I had already browsed the Olivia Burton range online and in-store and as I was impressed with their many designs / colour choices, when I got a discount code Dressing Room.com voucher through a dressing room competition I decided this was the time to treat myself.  Although there were so many styles I liked, I finally decided on the midi dial Chrono gold / silver one with black leather strap RRP £115. (seems to be out of stock at the minute but the same style available in different colours).   

I was delighted when I received the package as the exterior floral design box is beautiful and the light gold shimmer gift box with velvet feel cushion is stunning as well, so initial impressions are off a quality product and you definitely are not disappointed.

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The silver face features 3 yellow gold small chrono dials, markers in a yellow gold plated stainless steel case and comes with a quality black soft leather strap. The case and strap are both etched with the Olivia Burton logo on the underside and states has Japanese Quartz Movement.  Case measures 30 x 30mm and watch comes with a 1 year guarantee.  I think this design  is perfect for everyday and any occasion.

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This watch is so comfortable to wear and  looks good whatever you are wearing, as with all leather straps the underside will get marked with wear.  I definitely would recommend checking out the Olivia Burton range as I think they have a style to suit the majority of people and have smaller and larger styles available as well.   I have already bought two more watches as gifts and they adored them as well, feel they are suitable for most occasions.

The range is available through a number of stores including Olivia Burton.com,  Dressing Room.com; Argento.com, however as always check around to see where you get the best value, currently with Dressing Room.com if you sign up to their newsletter you can get 10% off your first order with free shipping.

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 good week  – will have more posts up later and throughout the week.

Best Wishes Liz x

Feelunique Pick ‘N’ Mix Service- My Selection

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Hi Everyone

As advised before a great way to obtain ‘free’ samples / try  products at the moment is through the Feelunique’s Pick ‘N’ Mix Service.

You can pick five ‘free’ samples from a selection of samples  available while stocks last – you are charged £3.95 for shipping and handling fees although you can redeem this against any future order  (excluding Pick ‘n’ Mix) via a £3.95 gift voucher you receive in your follow-up email.  Therefore although you initially have to pay for shipping & handling as this can be redeemed against future orders and as long as you do place a future order you really are getting your sample selection for ‘free’. 

However you can only access one Pick ‘N’ Mix selection per month and the £3.95 code you receive cannot be redeemed against the shipping and handling costs for future Pick ‘N’ Mix selection(s).

Received my latest selection ‘Pick ‘N’ Mix selection at the weekend, already love three of these products, so delighted they were included in the selection, as perfect size for travelling:

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  • Elizabeth Arden Superstart Skin Renewal Booster – 5ml – tried this product before – and enjoyed using it and it definitely give my skin a boost so happy to get another sample, 
  • 2 x Benefit Goof Proof Brown Pencils in Nos 2 & 6 both 0.11g – love this product as well, the perfect brow pencil – surprised but delighted they were included in selection as deluxe size samples;
  • Caudalie Hand and Nail Cream – 15ml – love a lot of Caudalie products so looking forward to trying their hand cream – this is a generous sample size as well; and lastly
  • Leonor Greyl Gentle Volumizing Shampoo Sachet – 14 ml – never tried the shampoo in this range before but have used the conditioner and thought it was good so also looking  forward to trying – perfect size to take with you to the Gym.

I am delighted with my selection especially as all good size samples – perfect sizes for your makeup bag / handbag.

I will definitely keep using the Pick ‘N’ Mix service and highly recommend trying it for yourself as a great way to try products for ‘free’ prior to purchasing especially if you make a future purchase through Feelunique to enable you to redeem your £3.95 gift voucher(the charge for shipping & handling fees) (if new to Feelunique you can use my code here to get 15% off your first order).  Remember you can also check  size and type of samples before selecting i.e. if a sachet, tube or pot etc.

Look forward to any comments you may have – would love to hear if you have used the Pick ‘N’ Mix service already, and if so,  what you thought of it?

If not already a follower would love you to follow my blog too – would mean a lot.

Thank you – take care and hope you all have a good week.

Best Wishes Liz x

Sarah Chapman Skinesis Overnight Facial

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Hi Everyone

I had to let you know about a product which I finally got round to trying  from the Sarah Chapman London Skinesis range – the award winning Skinesis Overnight Facial serum-oil.

In case you have not heard of Sarah Chapman or her products – please see link here for further details, range of products available.Overnight_Facial_awards__27153_1488560114_1280_1280.jpg

The Sarah Chapman Skinesis Overnight Facial is described as a multi award-winning skin transforming, night-time elixir which recreates the lifting, firming, skin perfecting benefits of a Skinesis facial.  Awaken to plump, smooth, rejuvenated skin with a signature Skinesis glow.  Ideal for skins concerned with ageing, Overnight Facial also helps calm stressed skin and is deliciously naturally fragranced with a soothing pure essential oil blend of jasmine, frangipani, rose and tuberose.

Stated:  Suitable for all skin types and you are advised to smooth or massage all over face, neck and chest every evening / at night – This product is suitable to use every evening / night.

Results are described as:
Recreating the effects of a Skinesis facial, leaving skin plump, smooth and rejuvenated with the signature Skinesis glow. Lines and uneven textures are smoothed, skin is brighter, firmer and more radiant, giving instant results to flat, dull and unbalanced skin.

The product comes in  a beautiful  bronze hard plastic container with silvertone detail around it and white writing.  It has a pump applicator and push on cap and price ranges from £21 for 5ml – the package does look luxurious as well as being practical.

I had received the 5ml size (what I would call a deluxe sample size) in a free beauty goodie bag gift with purchase and just had never got round to trying, cannot believe I waited so long to try.

It has a non greasy light serum / oil type consistency and the first thing I noticed, loved was the aroma – it is hard to explain but to me it is has an uplifting, refreshing fragrance, not overpowering but when you apply it you feel you skin is being treated, pampered with a luxurious product.   I have tried a lot of skin care products over the last few years but this definitely has my favourite fragrance to date.  Now on to to the application and results, I used/use two pumps at night after cleansing  (sufficient for face neck and chest) and warm serum in my hands and then press, massage onto my face neck and chest.  It absorbs into the skin quickly, leaves your face hydrated but not greasy and in the morning when you wake up your skin does look rejuvenated even after little sleep, your skin looks energized, more radiant, skin feels soft, smooth to the touch and fine lines appear reduced.  I definitely noticed results after one application but with longer use the results seem even more enhanced.

There are a lot of products I enjoy using and have found good results with but I can definitely say this is the one product recently that has really surprised me with its impressive initial and ongoing results.

I definitely recommend trying this product not only for the results but also because it is so easy to fit into your normal routine.    However as always ask  for a sample to try first before purchasing if you have any stores near you who stock Sarah Chapman products, sometimes they may have samples or if not, if you have a small pot they will put some product in it for you from their tester, or they may have small pots they can use.  If you have time you could ask to try the product in store to see if you like the fragrance, how it feels on your skin.

You can purchase from a number of online stores which include, Sarah Chapman, SpaceNK UK, Feelunique.co.uk  however the best value at the minute is through QVC UK as for the month of March they have a Supersize Limited Edition 30 ml size available for £50 (15ml usually is £49) also available on two easy payments of £25, fantastic saving while stocks last.  I have already purchased the 30ml and now looking forward to it arriving and then going on to try further products from this range.  However as always if the Limited Edition size is not available check around to see where you can get the best offer i.e. discovery sets, discount off, free gifts with purchase, samples or hopefully if you are lucky maybe all of them.

Look forward to any comments you may have.   Love to hear if you have tried this product before and if so do you love it as much as me.  If you are not already a follower would love you to follow my blog too – would mean a lot.

Thank you – take care and enjoy the rest of the weekend.

Best Wishes Liz x

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Elizabeth Arden -Advanced Ceramide Capsules

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Another free sample offer currently available with consultation and while stocks last is the Elizabeth Arden New Formula Advanced Ceramide Capsules (Daily Youth Restoring Serum)– 7 day supply (7 capsules).

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You just need to ask at any Elizabeth Arden counter  and then you will receive your free 7-day supply / sample with a skin consultation while stocks last.  This is the perfect way to try this product.

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Described as Pure. Potent and Precise iconic capsule now packed with the triple the youth restoring power, helps to strengthen and restore skin’s moisture barrier, your first defense against aging. 

With the following Benefits:  

  • Immediately re-texturises and revitalises the look of skin.
  • Visibly improves skin’s radiance.
  • Supports skin’s natural collagen for a firmer look.
  • Reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
  • Enhances skin hydration for a fresh and balanced feel.
  • Skin is noticeably softer and smoother.
  • Preservative and fragrance free. Clinically and dermatologist tested. Biodegradable.

To Use:  Open capsules by gently twisting tab around and then squeeze onto fingertips (use all the capsule) and then smooth serum over cleansed face and neck morning and night before moisturiser (I used one capsule at night).

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I have already tried the 7 day sample (using one capsule at night).  As advised you just twist tap to open capsule and then squeeze serum onto fingertips.  I was surprised at just how much product is in each capsule, plenty for face, neck.    There is no overpowering fragrance which I love.   I applied the serum before my moisturiser, massaged it in and was delighted that it sank into my skin really quickly.  In the morning my skin appeared to be brighter more radiant and  softer and after a few days use these results were even more enhanced.   I also think if you use for a longer period of time the results may be even better.   This product is now on my shopping list for when I get a chance to use up all the products I already have, but as always will be looking out for best offers available  and remember to do the same.

The capsules are available in different sizes / amounts starting with 30 capsules for £39.  I definitely would recommend trying especially as you can get this free sample to try while stocks lasts.   However when you get your sample ask at counter if there is a £10 off offer available if you go on to purchase full size (might only be available on the 60 / 90 capsules sizes)

I hope you found this useful – remember the above free 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.

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

Credit – One of the inserts  Elizabeth Arden.co.uk

Cult Beauty – Free Goody Bag with Purchase(s)

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Hi All

A short post to let you know you can now get a free Cult Beauty Spring  goody bag  worth over £210 when you spend £110 or over on Cult Beauty.co.uk  while stocks last – please see photo below of what is in the free goody bag and link here for full details.

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If there are products you need, wanted to try, or have gifts you need to get – good time to get them if you can, while the free goody bag is available – from past experience the free goodie bag does not last long.

Also remember to claim your cashback on any Cult Beauty purchases – via my link here, if you are not already signed up for cashback or if would like to see more details on ‘cashback’ please see my earlier post here.

Hope you found this useful – welcome any comments you may have.

If you are not a follower would love you to subscribe / follow my blog too would mean a lot.

Thank you

Best Wishes Liz x

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Nails Inc Matchbox Nail & Lip Paint Set By Lottie Tomlinson

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Hi

Another one of the products included in the  Look Incredible beauty box  (this time the February Deluxe Edition) was the Limited Edition Nails Inc Matchbox Nail & Lip Paints Set by ‘Lottie Tomlinson’ in ‘Mint’ RRP £15.  The set was created in collaboration with makeup Artist Lottie Tomlinson, Matchbox.

 

I love Nails Inc nail polishes, especially the gel effect formula so was happy to see this included in the box especially as was a Limited Edition set.

The set contains a Full Size Nails Inc Nail Polish (14ml) in Mint and a Lips Inc by Nails Inc Lip Paint in Babes – both beautiful dusky pink colours.

Set is described as:

‘As an exclusive Matchbox Collection for Nails Inc, twin long wearing Gel Effect nail polish with a perfect long wear matt lip for ultimate colour staying power’


I love this nail polish – it is the perfect dark dusky pink, I found one coat is enough for full coverage and after four days, using undercoat and topcoat, it is still as good as the first day of application no chips etc.    The brush makes it so easy to apply.    I love nude nail polishes as well but I think this is the perfect alternative.

The Lip Paint (4g) is also the perfect pink, so easy to apply with the applicator and love the long lasting matt effect finish, it is also the perfect  nude / pink colour  – however as it has a matt formula I would recommend making sure your lips are ‘prepared’ well  prior to applying, I use a gentle lip scrub at least once a week and lip balm a few minutes before applying to reduce the drying feeling on your lips.

I would recommend trying this set if you can, there are different sets / colours available as well.  This set is still available to purchase at a number of online sites while stocks last including Nails Inc.com  (£15 but if it is your first order and you sign up to their newsletter you can get 15% off), Feelunique.com (£15 – regular offers on) and it is also still available to purchase on the Look Incredible.co.uk site for £15, while stocks last.  As always remember to check to see where you can get the best offer / price.154491206599_large

Look forward to any comments you may have.   Have your tried this set already?  If you are not already a follower would love you to follow my blog too – would mean a lot.

Thank you – take care and hope you all have a good week.

Best Wishes Liz x

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Magazine Freebies – April 2017

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It is so hard to believe it is time for the ‘April 2017’ edition of the monthly magazines already –  I have / will include details of any freebies below and when / what free gifts are available if you are considering subscribing as well – as usual I will update post when I see or if there is any further magazine freebies (there have not been many over the last few months):


Marie Claire = £3.99 – Free Elemis Pro Collagen Marine Cream   (15 ml) – worth £28.00 and 20% off an Elemis Pro Collagen Age  Defy Facial at participating spas and salons nationwide (visit elemis.com/marieclaireoffer to find your nearest one), offer ends 31st March 2017 – need to take offer page out of magazine with you and quote ‘Marie Claire’ when booking – free fragrance slips / cards included within magazine as well.



No gifts noted with Marie Claire subscriptions in this issue however keep checking online as regular free gifts with subscriptions are available.

There also is a Free Neal’s Yard Remedies Hand Cream (worth £10 each- choice of three) with next months edition (May 2017) due out 30th March.

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

Hope this helps – any comments / queries please let me know.   If not already subscribed / following my blog would love you to follow – would mean a lot.

Thank you – take care.

Best Wishes Liz x