Finally I got my membership with Glossy Box to work. I wanted to try this beauty box to compair it to Birchbox, so I couldn't wait to open my first delivery.
I am going to be honest, I am not impressed! Sure the pale pink box and minimal packing is a good thing, but the products inside left me a little cold. Granted perhaps the Detox idea was not the best one for me, but even still I felt slightly cheated.
One of the problems is one of the items I received was a face pack from Sanctuary. I have already received this from Latest in Beauty free samples which only costs me £1.50 for 3 items. Another item I received was a Glossy box labelled sleep mask, I can't use those things at the best of times and certainly not when they are blazen with the company logo.
The other four items consisted of a full size lip balm from the American company Jason, containing bees wax and aloe. Then there is a travel size of Paul Mitchell hair conditioner, which moisturises, that's not too bad. A 30ml bottle of face tonic from Premae Skincare, and a 30ml bottle of Monu micro exfoliant for the face.
I don't know what it is, but I was left thinking is that it! I am hoping it is just the fact I got one of the last box from the month,as the web page shows more variety in the possibility, and there is nothing about the sleep mask. So I am hoping the new box is more dynamic and impressive. I will be fair and try three months worth of this box but unless there is a drastic improvement in what I receive I will only continue my BirchBox subscription. Which will be rather disappointing, as both companies advertise using various companies I love. The fact that I only recognise two names out of five in my box wasn't much upsetting as frustrating. Especially as the booklet accompanying the box does not give details of the manufactures, only skimming over the basics of each product and listing the price of each on their web page if you wish to purchase it.
I will try this products and report back on their results, but I don't know if I will maintain this box for any length of time as I am sure I can find something better for that amount of money.
Saturday, 9 February 2013
New Look New Shoes
I had to do it, use that 50% discount offer on New Look shoes that fell into my lap over the weekend. I have used New Look mail order once before for a dress and was happy enough with that so it was just a case of being sensible.
This time I shopped with my head not my heart and choose shoes I needed to add to my already extensive collection, seriously how many pairs of converse and black boots can one girl own! I knew I only had one pair of summer pumps so that had to be corrected, I also wanted to get a pair of brogues as I am missing that kind of shoe in my wardrobe.
The website was easy enough to use and I soon found a pair of powder pink plimsolls for the summer, the brogues were relatively easy as well a pair of coffee brown suede ones were soon purchased. The problem was a pair of khaki wedge heeled boots also some how fell into my basket, can't think how. Total of my splurge? £25 and some change and that was with the postage. Not bad for 3 pairs of shoes.
Anyway said shoes arrived today, and I couldn't wait to test them. The plimsolls are gorgeous and perfect for a warm spring day. The brogues were surprising light but the difference in size between them and the plimsolls was surprising, I almost could have gone the size smaller for these. But they will look really nice with some strong tailoring, although I think I regret not buying them in black, but I needed to get some colour into my footwear. Then we have the khaki boots, although the heel was smaller than I like the fit brilliantly and are so light I will find them easy to use even with my back and crutches.
All in all I am delighted with my purchases. the only down size is they came in soft packaging and no boxes, so I really have to invest in some proper shoe storage soon as I have a real issue with shoes everywhere. Ah well a girl just has to have shoes for every occasion doesn't she?
This time I shopped with my head not my heart and choose shoes I needed to add to my already extensive collection, seriously how many pairs of converse and black boots can one girl own! I knew I only had one pair of summer pumps so that had to be corrected, I also wanted to get a pair of brogues as I am missing that kind of shoe in my wardrobe.
The website was easy enough to use and I soon found a pair of powder pink plimsolls for the summer, the brogues were relatively easy as well a pair of coffee brown suede ones were soon purchased. The problem was a pair of khaki wedge heeled boots also some how fell into my basket, can't think how. Total of my splurge? £25 and some change and that was with the postage. Not bad for 3 pairs of shoes.
Anyway said shoes arrived today, and I couldn't wait to test them. The plimsolls are gorgeous and perfect for a warm spring day. The brogues were surprising light but the difference in size between them and the plimsolls was surprising, I almost could have gone the size smaller for these. But they will look really nice with some strong tailoring, although I think I regret not buying them in black, but I needed to get some colour into my footwear. Then we have the khaki boots, although the heel was smaller than I like the fit brilliantly and are so light I will find them easy to use even with my back and crutches.
All in all I am delighted with my purchases. the only down size is they came in soft packaging and no boxes, so I really have to invest in some proper shoe storage soon as I have a real issue with shoes everywhere. Ah well a girl just has to have shoes for every occasion doesn't she?
The only gear is Top Gear !
OK I admit it I am bias and freely admit I always will be. So nothing makes me a happier bunny than the chance to go and see them record the show. I was a little apprehensive this time though, purely as this is the first time I faced standing for any length of time with only my sticks to hold me up.
Despite the lengthy wait to get in to the studio, I noticed that people did take care of us less able in the world, even the floor manager double checked I would fine standing. To be honest I could have been in agony but I still would have made it through. That's what pain killers were invented for. This wasn't the first time I have been there so I knew I could get out of the crush if I needed to.
I am not going to give anything away as to what is there is in the show, so I will just say what I saw was brilliant. It certainly has paid off for them to have a years break, as the balance of humour and fact is back in balance. The presenters themselves were friendly as ever, and although at times in the break they were 6 deep they still managed to give as many people photos and autographs as possible. What was nice was being able to speak to the boss after and giving him some genuine input as a viewer. Very few shows allow that.
I was lucky to go with people who had never been before, so they went in with fresh eyes and were still saying the same thing as I, which is reassuring, as it means it isn't just me. The four of us all left with different highlights but still the same buzz. It is hard to explain, but there is something there that is lacking in most studio shows, something less formal and more active.
The fact the presenters are reachable does make it an experience, rather than an outing. This is increased by the fact you can speak to them and with in the restraints of the timing they will give the audience as much time as possible. Compared to most presenters these days who give out this too cool for school attitude, Top Gear never seems to forget it is only the show it is because of the interaction between audience and show. There are times the audience is requested to join in with comments, some times embarrassing the poor person. But who wouldn't really want the chance to take on the great Clarkson.
Needless to say I and my group of friends all had a highly enjoyable day, the only downside is the fact all good things finish way to quickly. I always feel sad that the day ends and we have to return to the normal world where the chances of seeing a car of our dreams is nothing more than a dream. There are vehicles I have encountered down there I would never dream of seeing in the metal so to speak. This week was no exception, but you have to watch on Sunday to see what I did.
Granted it is not every ones ideal, but for me it is the ultimate escape, so much so if some one wanted to give me a job as a gopher there I would snatch it up, purely because to be involved in such a quality product of a show is enough in itself. But that is just a dream, for now I will settle with having been in the audience. Crutches or not in there it is all about the fuel and speed, and trust me, even I was in top gear that day.
Despite the lengthy wait to get in to the studio, I noticed that people did take care of us less able in the world, even the floor manager double checked I would fine standing. To be honest I could have been in agony but I still would have made it through. That's what pain killers were invented for. This wasn't the first time I have been there so I knew I could get out of the crush if I needed to.
I am not going to give anything away as to what is there is in the show, so I will just say what I saw was brilliant. It certainly has paid off for them to have a years break, as the balance of humour and fact is back in balance. The presenters themselves were friendly as ever, and although at times in the break they were 6 deep they still managed to give as many people photos and autographs as possible. What was nice was being able to speak to the boss after and giving him some genuine input as a viewer. Very few shows allow that.
I was lucky to go with people who had never been before, so they went in with fresh eyes and were still saying the same thing as I, which is reassuring, as it means it isn't just me. The four of us all left with different highlights but still the same buzz. It is hard to explain, but there is something there that is lacking in most studio shows, something less formal and more active.
The fact the presenters are reachable does make it an experience, rather than an outing. This is increased by the fact you can speak to them and with in the restraints of the timing they will give the audience as much time as possible. Compared to most presenters these days who give out this too cool for school attitude, Top Gear never seems to forget it is only the show it is because of the interaction between audience and show. There are times the audience is requested to join in with comments, some times embarrassing the poor person. But who wouldn't really want the chance to take on the great Clarkson.
Needless to say I and my group of friends all had a highly enjoyable day, the only downside is the fact all good things finish way to quickly. I always feel sad that the day ends and we have to return to the normal world where the chances of seeing a car of our dreams is nothing more than a dream. There are vehicles I have encountered down there I would never dream of seeing in the metal so to speak. This week was no exception, but you have to watch on Sunday to see what I did.
Granted it is not every ones ideal, but for me it is the ultimate escape, so much so if some one wanted to give me a job as a gopher there I would snatch it up, purely because to be involved in such a quality product of a show is enough in itself. But that is just a dream, for now I will settle with having been in the audience. Crutches or not in there it is all about the fuel and speed, and trust me, even I was in top gear that day.
Friday, 8 February 2013
Nip + Fab Multi-Fix Oil
This is a new brand to me although I have been hearing such good reports it was on my to try list. So when Fee at http://www.makeupsavvy.co.uk/ was having a make up sale and this was on offer I knew I just had to try it.
As well as the company being new to me, so was the idea of multi fix oils. But I have to admit I gave it a worthy trial. Yesterday I spent more than enough time in the bitter English weather to trash any ones skin. It was dry and wind burnt by the time I am home. Being a cautious tester due to sensitive skin, I tried a small amount on my leg first and left it for an hour. When there was no reaction I tried it on my poor suffering face. A small amount worked into my face, was plenty. After the nights sleep, I was left with soft feeling skin. Result in my book, although it does nothing to reducing the redness from the torture I put my skin through, it repaired the dry, chapped feel it was left with after such torture.
I am not saying this is a miracle product, but as far as a recovery product for tomboy days, this suites me to a tee, and will be a stable in my beauty box. Thank you Fee for passing this on, you hae me hooked.
As well as the company being new to me, so was the idea of multi fix oils. But I have to admit I gave it a worthy trial. Yesterday I spent more than enough time in the bitter English weather to trash any ones skin. It was dry and wind burnt by the time I am home. Being a cautious tester due to sensitive skin, I tried a small amount on my leg first and left it for an hour. When there was no reaction I tried it on my poor suffering face. A small amount worked into my face, was plenty. After the nights sleep, I was left with soft feeling skin. Result in my book, although it does nothing to reducing the redness from the torture I put my skin through, it repaired the dry, chapped feel it was left with after such torture.
I am not saying this is a miracle product, but as far as a recovery product for tomboy days, this suites me to a tee, and will be a stable in my beauty box. Thank you Fee for passing this on, you hae me hooked.
Sunday, 3 February 2013
Nice little discount codes
Calling all those lovers of Barry M and or New Look shoes, The Sun on Sunday is a must for you, they have disount codes for both those companies in todays paper.
For readers there is 20 % off Barry M till 11.59pm on the 17th of Feb and 50% of New Look shoes till tomorrow but you can use that one online.
The offers are to celebrate 5 years of the papers magazine and well woth the 50p expenditure to get the code, so I suggest you whip to the nearest petrol station and snap it up. If any one can't find the code in their mag just give me a message and I will let you know what you are looking for.
For readers there is 20 % off Barry M till 11.59pm on the 17th of Feb and 50% of New Look shoes till tomorrow but you can use that one online.
The offers are to celebrate 5 years of the papers magazine and well woth the 50p expenditure to get the code, so I suggest you whip to the nearest petrol station and snap it up. If any one can't find the code in their mag just give me a message and I will let you know what you are looking for.
Macademia nut hair oil
I have been watching the trend for hair oils, and like most other trends I wait for the hype to calm before I even bother looking into things. Finally I made my mind up to try this oil out of all in the market. It is mid range priced at about £14 and easily available.
For once I wish I hadn't had waited from the first usage it has worked nearly miracles on my wild hair. I have been blessed ( or at times cursed) with hair that sees water and curls. Not nice waves but in some places ringlets. Yes it looked sweet on Shirley Temple but not so much on a 40 year old. The only cure I have is frizz ease and having layers cut into my hair. But even still getting it manageable and glossy has been a dream only achieved by paying £80 to a hairdresser.
I followed the instructions not knowing what I was expecting to happen,, I but I was truly surprised to have manageable glossy soft hair at the end of it. Even more impressed was I a day later when it still looked as soft and glossy and felt touchable. I was lost for words, so I tried it on the next wash.and the results were the same. So impressive was the result I am now having to battle parent dearest from the bottle.
Unfortunately I can't offer a comparison to any of the other oils on the market, but in regards to leave in conditioners and de tanglers this product is far superior to anything I have used. As for the price the little amount required means the bottle will last a while so I don't think it is that expensive.
For once I wish I hadn't had waited from the first usage it has worked nearly miracles on my wild hair. I have been blessed ( or at times cursed) with hair that sees water and curls. Not nice waves but in some places ringlets. Yes it looked sweet on Shirley Temple but not so much on a 40 year old. The only cure I have is frizz ease and having layers cut into my hair. But even still getting it manageable and glossy has been a dream only achieved by paying £80 to a hairdresser.
I followed the instructions not knowing what I was expecting to happen,, I but I was truly surprised to have manageable glossy soft hair at the end of it. Even more impressed was I a day later when it still looked as soft and glossy and felt touchable. I was lost for words, so I tried it on the next wash.and the results were the same. So impressive was the result I am now having to battle parent dearest from the bottle.
Unfortunately I can't offer a comparison to any of the other oils on the market, but in regards to leave in conditioners and de tanglers this product is far superior to anything I have used. As for the price the little amount required means the bottle will last a while so I don't think it is that expensive.
Saturday, 2 February 2013
A week best forgot.
Sorry for the lack of blogs this week, kinda had a shock in parents health that took priority to cyber life. Nothing can give a person a harder reality check than a medical scare.
What was meant to be a standard annual medical review turned into a panic, well for mum that was. Her normal blood pressure was sky high, so high in fact she was put on immediate medication and I am on orders to bring her back next week to book ECG scans etc. She needless to say panicked further which was no help at all. So the rest of the day was spent calming her down and putting in place some ground rules to help her lower the blood pressure.
It has been a bit fraught to start with, but slowly over the last few days she actually looks a lot better than she has for months.and is doing more. This could be nothing, but when husband even notices it there must be something happening.
We are back there next Tuesday to see what happens next, but for now that's where we stand in limbo.
What was meant to be a standard annual medical review turned into a panic, well for mum that was. Her normal blood pressure was sky high, so high in fact she was put on immediate medication and I am on orders to bring her back next week to book ECG scans etc. She needless to say panicked further which was no help at all. So the rest of the day was spent calming her down and putting in place some ground rules to help her lower the blood pressure.
It has been a bit fraught to start with, but slowly over the last few days she actually looks a lot better than she has for months.and is doing more. This could be nothing, but when husband even notices it there must be something happening.
We are back there next Tuesday to see what happens next, but for now that's where we stand in limbo.
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