15 Things That Made Me Happy This Summer

When it comes to 'feel good' posts, I didn't expect to be able to write one for this summer. The loss of loved ones this year has rocked me, along with a lot of other things and it seems like one of those years you don't look back on with anything other than sadness. HOWEVER, I made a point to sit down and write this post because I wanted to remind myself that despite sadness and huge loss, this summer has presented some really happy moments. And I'm so glad I did because it's made me look at my overall impression of this year completely differently!

2 Minute Beauty Time - Tropic Skincare Sun Care Discovery Kit

It's time for a new 2 Minute Beauty Time post! I know you guys like quick and punchy reviews on key seasonal products, so today I'm focusing on the Tropic Skincare Sun Care Discovery Kit. Seeing as we're in the middle of the summer holidays and we've had the most intense heatwave ever, I think we've all become friends with our daily sun care products, haven't we? 

What's In My Bag - The Beach Bag Edit

I'm currently on a major countdown to my summer holiday and I can't flipping wait. I need this holiday as physically and mentally I need a rest. A breather and time to just dial down is exactly what the Doctor ordered. So a little while ago I booked us a week in the sun, and now it's only a week away, which has come round so quick! I've got to be honest, I've never looked forward to some time off more!

Eight Charlotte Tilbury Summer Essentials

Charlote Tilbury will forever be one of the brands with the highest of reputations. With such a strong brand based on timeless beauty, it's been created to elude to all things glamourous - but only in the very most classy way. It's top level. It's excellence embodied and it's just pure luxury. Within the luxury comes a make up line that's forever extending with amazing goodies and a skincare collection that's already established some cult status products. (Magic Cream, I'm looking at you.) And while not everyone can afford a big splurge on multiple purchases, the Charlotte Tilbury reputation means even if you can't buy it regularly, you still aspire to. And you'll likely treat yourself once in a while, walking away from the counter with excitement and deep satisfaction. (Not just me, right?!)

2 Minute Beauty Time - How To Get Happy Summer Feet

During the summer there is often one area that we forget about... When it comes to summer preparations we'll moisturise and exfoliate, use lip balms for nourishment and apply SPF as often as it's needed. But quite often we forget about a really key area - our feet. Suddenly we go from boots, socks and wellies in the winter - to flip flops. And our poor feet don't often know how to adapt. more than that, our feet are like any other area of our bodies - they require regular TLC!

Ten Things To Pack In Your Holiday Handbag

When it comes to packing for our holidays, we all focus on the suitcase right? We sort our swimwear out, pack our night-out dresses and force in way more shoes than is necessary. (Just me?) But one thing I always neglect and I'm very guilty of, is leaving my holiday handbag packing to the last minute and then having a mad dash round the house literally when I should have been in the car five minutes ago. So to make things easier, I've created a little list of the things that we should all remember to pack in our holiday handbag.

Three Fragrances To Mix Up Your Perfume Collection

When it comes to perfume we all have our own tastes don't we? We know what we like and rarely tend to step outside of our comfort zone with that - and to be honest, what's wrong with that? No-one would realistically buy a perfume that they didn't absolutely love, because if you don't like it, you're not going to wear it are you? But with so much choice it can sometimes be tricky to see the really good hidden treasures in the fragrance field. So I've put together a little list of three fragrance that you may not have considered before, but they'll mix up your perfume collection in a really great way...

Newness From Stila

Stila have really made their mark in the last few years haven't they? Their Magnificent Metals Glitter & Glow Shadows blew everyone away. Suddenly glittery eyelids with no mess were easily achievable. No more stray pigments on the cheeks, no fall out - the Magnificent Metals made themselves a cult product in no time. With their amazingly good value Eye For Elegance Christmas Set selling out faster than expected, suddenly there was even more demand for their products. Stila, you got it majorly right with these!

Spring Beauty Blender Classics

I love the change in the seasons because it means it's time to upgrade and switch up my make up and beauty regime. Not only do my colours of choice change up and I experiment with more pastel shades on my nails, but I also switch up my skincare too. But another thing I always change up in the spring is my make up tools. After seriously applying deep make-up during winter, spring means it's time for some new Beauty Blenders! 

The Spring Skin Edit

Let's pretend that it's actually what it's supposed to be right now - SPRING! Because I'm sure she's right around the corner, waiting to lavish us with blossom, sunshine and tulips...That's what I keep telling myself anyway! Either way, spring will be here soon and it's time to transition out of our winter skincare for some more spring appropriate products.