tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-83610245577122791052024-03-16T22:41:57.231+00:00MxndyFashion, Beauty, LifestyleMandyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12705479985041877619noreply@blogger.comBlogger67125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8361024557712279105.post-61474714870369046792022-10-26T15:01:00.003+01:002022-10-26T15:01:34.931+01:00Maxey's Pumpkins 2022<div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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</div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: start;">As I’m sure many of you will know I am always up for getting into the spooky season spirit and this weekend we went to Maxey’s farm to peruse the pumpkin patch and pick the best for us to carve and cook ready for Halloween!</div></div><div><span><a name="more"></a></span></div><span><a name='more'></a></span><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>We have been to Maxey’s pumpkin farm before and were not disappointed so it was a no brainer for us to go again, it was £3 each to get in and under 16’s go free, but well worth it in my eyes because after all it’s a once a year occurrence and there is plenty to do, especially if you’re going with the kids.</div><div><br /></div><div> </div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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</div><br /></div><br /></div><div>We had burgers from the Bewitched BBQ stand that did not disappoint followed by some pancaked from the Cobweb Crepe stand, the Nutella and marshmallow one was to die for but I would suggest checking your chops for chocolate afterwards as they can be a little bit messy.</div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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</div><br /></div><div> </div><div>If you’re not really in the mood for food there were some ice cream and hot drink stands and the farm shop stand where I treated us to some millionaires shortbread alongside 2 spooky gingerbread biscuits we had tucked up that night on the sofa watching spooky game run-throughs on YouTube. All in all we had a really nice afternoon and would recommend a visit this week before they close the pumpkin field on Halloween!</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Are you going pumpkin picking this year?</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Feel free to leave your links in the comments so I can check out your blogs!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;"><br /></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.bloglovin.com/blogs/mxndy-14575837" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Follow me on bloglovin'</span></a></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mxndychxrlottex/" target="_blank">Instagram</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/MxndyChxrlotte" target="_blank">Twitter</a></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;"><br /></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Thanks for reading,</span></div><div><br /></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace; font-size: large;">Mandy x</span></div></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div>Mandyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12705479985041877619noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8361024557712279105.post-5169082154411156642019-10-21T18:00:00.000+01:002019-10-21T18:00:00.317+01:00Nottinghamshire P.Y.O pumpkin patch<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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prep sorted, we needed pumpkins and decorations so we thought we’d make a day
of it at <a href="https://facebook.com/nottinghamshirepickyourownpumpkins/" target="_blank">Nottinghamshire pick your own</a> and we were not disappointed!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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get in the spooky spirit or just fancy doing something autumnal and cute I
would highly recommend! I am so happy this is only a small drive away from home for us(the address at the bottom of the post). All of the staff were lovely and helped us out as much as they could even though they were quite busy, I would love to find an excuse to go again this week.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">When you walk in there is a tunnel you walk through showing
you prices of certain size pumpkins and a table showing you the different variety
of produce on offer, there is even a cute little seedling patch to show you
what the plants start off like.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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adore, I love taking photos and being outdoors so I may be a <i>tad</i> biased.
There are piles of pumpkins and hay bales as you walk in, perfect for some cute
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">There is a huge selection of pumpkins and squash to pick
from and the sizes vary a lot so there is something for everyone and every
carving! Even Josh enjoyed himself and spotted some absolute gems from rows
away that we quickly put in out wheelbarrow before someone else could snatch
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hot drink as you go in a there is a cute little coffee cabin that has cakes,
coffee, tea, hot chcocky and even milkshakes for the kids (or me because I mean
milkshake is amazing and trumps hot drinks any day).<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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to bring some into the back seats and footwells too, my excuse is we are having
a party this coming weekend and then Halloween is the week after so we will
need fresh ones. To be fair even if we don’t carve them I can make pumpkin pie
and soup! <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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something to do this coming weekend with family or friends or partners, it gets
you out the house for a bit and you can take some cute insta picks whilst you’re
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<br />Mandyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12705479985041877619noreply@blogger.com24tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8361024557712279105.post-38714857950374463832019-10-04T18:30:00.000+01:002019-10-04T18:30:12.002+01:00My ASOS October Outfit Wishlist<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">I am <i>all</i> about colour coordinating with the seasons so I saw this cute little cami and thought it would be perfect for layering under jumpers and hoodies, it's a bright autumnal red so if you're wearing something dark it just adds that pop of colour! £8 isn't too much of an expense for something you can wear year round either so its a winner for me. Buy it <a href="https://www.google.com/aclk?sa=l&ai=DChcSEwi93sry7YLlAhVK1N4KHRNlC58YABAKGgJ3Yg&sig=AOD64_2fC1HgY0sGXNqigJiBmfBu9eVm5w&ctype=5&q=&ved=0ahUKEwiV9sLy7YLlAhV0t3EKHXqNAuwQ8w4IvAE&adurl=" target="_blank">HERE</a>!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">The first colour that comes into your head when you hear autumn is orange so <i>of course</i> I went with an orange jumper to go with this outfit! To be fair as soon as I feel the slightest bit of a breeze at the end of September it just puts me in a cozy jumper mood so when I find one this cute, hell yeah I want it especially when its on SALE, £16? Bargain! Buy it <a href="https://www.asos.com/prettylittlething/prettylittlething-ribbed-cropped-knitted-jumper-in-orange/prd/11425516" target="_blank">HERE</a>!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">Obviously with it beginning to get colder I am all about that scarf life so this cute little grey one goes perfect, as it isn't another colour and its only grey it will go with practically anything, so for £12 you cant really argue if it can be a staple for any outfit. Buy it <a href="https://www.google.com/aclk?sa=l&ai=DChcSEwiX3tS87oLlAhVE2t4KHW9WBdwYABABGgJ3Yg&sig=AOD64_3rvgfWDpN8IgmWej5jJX8I682ANg&ctype=5&q=&ved=0ahUKEwj488y87oLlAhWfThUIHUatBc4Q9aACCDs&adurl=" target="_blank">HERE</a>!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;">I am a sucker for a cute skirt, this midi is cute and flattering and it still has a pop of colour in it too and with it being red it ties in nicely with the cami. The cherry print is so cute and because its a nice small pattern it doesn't draw from the other items and the best thing is you could wear this in summer too. I'd just pop a pair of tights on underneath and <b>BOOM</b> autumnal cuteness instantly! Also for £18 for such a cute skirt isnt too bad. But it <a href="https://www.google.com/aclk?sa=l&ai=DChcSEwjlj-nY7oLlAhVOwN4KHb-UAIIYABAHGgJ3Yg&sig=AOD64_3Tx8WXYnQEA_eBIkxk8hPnPdJRtA&ctype=5&q=&ved=0ahUKEwjskuHY7oLlAhU-ShUIHfO2DT4Qww8IOQ&adurl=" target="_blank">HERE</a>!</span><br />
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<br />Mandyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12705479985041877619noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8361024557712279105.post-73332607482131371882019-09-30T11:15:00.000+01:002019-09-30T11:15:17.691+01:00September favourites 2019<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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autumn and I have been loving loads of different things, so I thought I'd share
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getting colder I can finally wear them, not that it stops me any other time of
the year anyway. There are some absolutely gorgeous ones on <a href="https://www.google.com/aclk?sa=l&ai=DChcSEwj57MPln-7kAhUW4O0KHbdjBW8YABAfGgJkZw&sig=AOD64_090GUNXCR3M3-ANJ6H6bX_Ruh_lw&ctype=5&q=&ved=0ahUKEwizx77ln-7kAhUHQUEAHU1aBaEQ9aACCJoB&adurl=" target="_blank">ASOS</a> at the moment,
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will link it <a href="http://www.mxndychxrlotte.co.uk/2019/08/tried-and-tested-nipfab-glycolic-scrub.html" target="_blank">HERE</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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like any TV show to do with murders/ serial killers so Luther just hits the
spot! Josh and I have been watching it after work and have managed to watch all
of the episodes released to date within a week or two, if you have Netflix it’s
definitely one to watch.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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last month! I love the original so much and Tim Curry does such a good job and
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must admit the cinema was quite quiet considering it was release date but I
prefer it when it’s empty anyway. We weren’t disappointed, perfect amount of
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">Obviously, when you come out of the parlour you are all wrapped up in cling film to stop bacteria and dirt getting into the tattoo and I find that when you leave it on for longer than a few hours it makes my tattoo go a bit gross and gooey so I try and take the wrap off within the first 3 hours or so of leaving the parlour. Then the aftercare begins.<u></u><u></u></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">I always clean my new tattoo with a non-scented shower gel, my preference is Sanex because sometimes my skin can tend to go sensitive and it’s nice and gentle. I just run the small shower head over the tattoo, pop a small amount of Sanex on the area and rub off the residual tattoo gunk off.<u></u><u></u></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">The main thing with your tattoo is trying to keep it as dry as possible, I try and avoid taking baths to soak the area and things like that. Whenever my tattoos do get wet or when I have washed them I try and pat them dry with a clean towel or sometimes I will even use a hairdryer on a medium heat if my tattoo ha got considerably wet.<u></u><u></u></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">Over the last few years I have used all sorts to try and get my tattoo’s to heal; Bepanthen, Fade the itch and even Coconut oil. But I must admit, more recently I have been using Palmers coco butter and I must say I have never had a tattoo heal better that when using the non-scented coco butter.<u></u><u></u></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">Right, the last thing I need to stress is try and <i>not</i> cover it with tight clothing and when it does start to flake and scab up <i>do not pick!!!!!!!</i> I know sometimes it can be itchy but if you end up scratching it can take the ink out of your lovely new tattoo, same with if you let tight clothing rub the scabbing off it can pull the ink out too!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">My most recent tattoo is fairly big for me and using this method it was pretty much all healed up after a week, so I hope it helps you guys too!<u></u><u></u></span><br />
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Mandyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12705479985041877619noreply@blogger.com24tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8361024557712279105.post-9319412016795475412019-08-20T12:00:00.000+01:002019-08-20T12:00:01.430+01:00Tried and Tested: NIP+FAB Glycolic scrub fix<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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a teenager I have had combination and spot prone skin & I found that
exfoliation helped me dramatically. Recently I thought I would try out a facial
scrub by NIP+FAB because I hadn’t used any of their skincare before and I am <i>so
</i>happy I gave it a chance!<o:p></o:p></div>
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I started using this scrub about 2 months ago but I stopped
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job. Once I ran out of my old stuff, I started using it again about 3 weeks ago
and there is a noticeable difference. I use it 2/3 times a week in the shower and
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When I use the Glycolic scrub I damp my face with some warm
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a bit to spread the scrub and then I rub it only my face in small circles.
Around my eyes I am very gentle because the area is sensitive and I focus more
on the problem areas by my temples and on the lower half of my face. Then I let
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how clear and soft it is. I got my tube from Superdrug for £9.95 but I just looked
online and you can get it on Amazon for £4.85 as I’m writing this post! <b><i>Bargain!!</i></b><o:p></o:p></div>
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Long time no see! I know I have been AFK for a while now, I have had so much going on, I know it's no excuse ... but just let me off. I have a LOT to catch you guys up on.<br />
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So, since last time I posted, I have completed an apprenticeship, moved jobs, moved jobs again and bought a house! I have been super busy but now I'm finally starting to feel settled in at work and now all we need to sort out is the house.<br />
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I am wanting to try and start posting twice a month, but we shall see, I still have a lot of decorating and furniture building to do so you may have to bear with on that one for the time being.<br />
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I deleted my old social media accounts and started a fresh, so feel free to follow me on Instagram and Twitter!<br />
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I have always been a massive autumn/ fall fan, I think its just something to do with wrapping up in cosy clothes, having the heating on and a hot chocky in hand that I love. But this year I'm loving fall just that little bit more, and here are 20 reasons why.<br />
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1) Boots. There is just something about boots I love so much and wearing them this time of year just feels so...right? You get me?<br />
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2) Warm drinks are loved all year round but when they warm you through to the bone when its just that little bit colder outside it is <i>REALLY </i>nice. I love a good hot chocky or a nice syrup coffee.<br />
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3) Can we appreciate the colours please? Reds, oranges, yellows and nice deep greens are where it is <i>at</i>, they're just so cosy and cute.<br />
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4) Fall fashion is something I love, cosy jumpers, flannel shirts and nice thick tights are complete staples when it getting that little bit more crisp outside and the layered look is always cute. Oh and need I mention oversized sweatshirts?<br />
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5) Food this time of year is the best, I swear. Nothing can beat a good old stew or nice freshly made bake whilst you're cuddled up on the sofa in a blanket.<br />
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6) WALKING. I love a good walk any day of the year but it is always so pretty and photogenic and satisfying when you're out and about walking in the autumn. The colours are pretty, the leaves make a great sound and pine-cones and conkers galore. <i>Yes please.</i><br />
<i><br /></i> 7) I feel like because it's started to get darker earlier on it means that early nights are more acceptable? And I mean I can never argue when sleep time can be increased.<br />
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8) During summer a good 90% of the time I feel like I will melt if I even try and get a good old cuddle but this time of the year when it's a bit cooler its nice to snuggle up with a pet or partner to get all cosy and warm.<br />
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9) Homeware is loved by me all year round but some of the autumnal stuff just tops everything and there is not much that can be done about it. Plates with pumpkins on? Mugs with maple-leaves on? Yes, buy it all.<br />
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10) Did someone say Halloween???<br />
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Right, I know we all love to be big kids but sometimes we just have to adult, I <i>know it's </i>what you want to hear but it's true. After moving away from home last year I feel like I might even have a few wise words to say on the topic of adulting so you might wanna carry on reading.<br />
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1) Right, actually just get off your butt and do stuff. As fun as it is to lounge about all day and do nothing, things actually need to get done and if you're truly adulting your parents wont be doing them for you.<br />
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2) DO NOT, I repeat DO NOT microwave noodles in a mug, too many times they have exploded all over the gaff.<br />
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3) You know that vintage flannel top that set you back £25? Yeah, read the label on how to wash and dry it before you do, because sometimes the tumble dryer <i>isn't </i> the best way of doing things.<br />
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4) This is a piece of advice given to me quite recently, pair your socks <i>before</i> you put them in the wash, just after you take them off. Saves the hassle later on when there are 50 million pairs.<br />
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5) As much as you love take-out it's not good to have it loadsss, try making stuff that tastes good but is kinda healthy(it's actually cheaper too)? There are so many websites for that!<br />
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6) Write lists, I think it's such a good way to stay organised and you can just tick stuff off once it's done, clean head-space is the way to be.<br />
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7) Moving house sucks at the best of times, let alone when you own a tonne of junk, try and do clean outs of stuff every few months so it doesn't get on top of you. It helps in the long run, I promise you.<br />
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8) You can boil pretty much everything fyi.<br />
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9) Freezer tubs are amazing. Done a nice meal but way too much? Freeze it, do not waste.<br />
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10) CHECK YOUR POCKETS, or you might just end up using all the money you find in the washing machine filter, to buy a new one.<br />
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11) Mess = Stress.<br />
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12) Clean little and often, makes things <i>sooooo </i>much less daunting.<br />
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13) If your clothes are creased but you can't be bothered to iron pop them on a hanger and hang them up somewhere in the bathroom whilst you take a shower and the steam makes creases drop out.<br />
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14) Stay on top of your dishes or stuff just gets a bit gross.<br />
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15) MOST IMPORTANTLY, stick to a budget, wait till things are on sale and compare prices. Makes life more fun in the long run because you can do fun stuff with your money!<br />
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Does anyone else really struggle trying to find a contouring product that is the right consistency for your skin, that blends really easily and is in a shade that suits you because you're so friggin' pale? Same. <i>BUT </i>I have found a drugstore product that fits me peachy, the Freedom Pro Contour Shaped Sticks.<br />
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My first impressions of the product were quite good, sleek packaging that shows you where to contour and highlight, nice product itself with not too much going on on the case, so I was impressed.<br />
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The colour of the contour side looks very daunting in comparison to how pale I am, especially when just swatched directly onto my skin before being blended. But I did get the shade Fair so I thought I'd give it a go anyway even if it did seem way too dark at first.<br />
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I bought an angled double ended contouring brush to go with this product and that works quite well and I use the dome end to blend the product out and the angled end to finish off and set with contour powder on occasion. However I will admit that I have recently bought a new beauty blender and I much prefer using that than the brush and it just really blends well with my foundation due to the blender being damp.<br />
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I use this with liquid foundation and it blends really nicely with it and the contour isn't to strong and unnatural but if you like a strong contour it is totally buildable and I just set it with loose or pressed powder after I have finished my base. I highly recommend this for a natural looking cream based contour, it's become a key part in my daily makeup routine as seen on my Twitter, Instagram and Snapchat! (MxndyChxrlotte)<br />
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I have loved Lush for years now so when I get the chance I do like to treat myself every now and then so here is what I got a few weeks ago in Meadowhall, I thought I would leave the haul until now so I can tell you what I thought of them when I used them so sorry it's a bit late!<br />
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<u><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Ickle Baby Bot Bath Bomb</b></span></u><br />
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If i'm being honest I didn't get this bath bomb for me it was more for Josh to enjoy, he really likes putting bath bombs in and watching them fizz and I thought the fact it was an adorable baby blue robot would add to his experience. <i>However, </i>I will admit I was glad I picked this one up because I love anything and everything lavender and this is the main ingredient in the Baby Bot. It turned my bathwater a really cute baby blue and it smelled lovely. I didn't realise this at the time but this bath bomb in particular has Lavender Oil, Chamomile Blue Oil and Sandalwood Oil that are all soothing aromatherapy scents that are also very kind and soothing on your skin, so much so that children over the age of 6 months can use the Ickle Baby Bot.<br />
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I can not even explain how soft my skin felt after I used this bath oil, it was one of them where afterwards you tell your mates to feel how soft your arms are. I couldn't get over it, I was so impressed, normally my skin does go quite soft but it felt soft and smooth and moisturised so I would definitely buy again, especially considering the price being only £2.50. It has Shea Butter in it to moisturise the skin and fair trade vanilla is used to give it a sweet scent and to give it a bit of character they even put a bit of the vanilla pod on top of the island!<br />
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THIS WAS MY FAVOURITE BY FAR I CAN NOT EVEN EXPRESS HOW AMAZING THIS BATH BOMB IS. I am a lover of all things pink and Audrey Hepburn so when I saw that Lush had a Funny Face inspired bath bomb I just had to pick it up and I have no regrets. If you don't like glitter then steer clear of this bad boy because I swear to god my bath looked like a bath full of highlighter it was so shimmery and pretty, all I could think of was how much it reminded me of unicorns. My bath went bright pink and very glittery and it smelled super sweet because of the vanilla and tonka.<br />
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I have just turned 20. I'm scared sh*tless. I swear last week I was just turning 18, trying to figure life out as an adult, the truth is I still don't really have it down to a 'T'. Two years later I'm about to be going into the second decade of my life.<br />
<a name='more'></a>Having had a shed load of crazy experiences in them two years, a year of uni, meeting people, letting go of people, Spain, new jobs, new <i>amazing</i> people in my life; wouldn't change it for the world.<br />
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I thought it would be a nice idea for me to think about the things I want to achieve over the next year, on my adventure of being 20 for the first and last time in my life. So here are 20 goals I want to achieve by this time next year, <i>wish me luck</i>!<br />
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1. Have even <i>more</i> amazing people in your life like the ones you have now.<br />
2. Read at least 1 book a month, 12 in a year isn't that many, <i>right</i>?<br />
3. Get rid of half the crap I don't need anymore.<br />
4. Find some way, no matter how crazy/ impossible it seems, of making money from writing.<br />
5. Try and make a podcast you're proud of.<br />
6. Stick to publishing at least one blog-post a week, but hopefully two as of now.<br />
7. Try and eat a bit healthier, as much as you love BurgerKing it can't be that good for you.<br />
8. Overthinking is <i>never </i>a good idea, it only makes yourself feel anxious, get it under control.<br />
9. Please start exercising again, you know it will make you feel better within yourself.<br />
10. Stick to the stuff you love, even if it seems like it's going nowhere at the moment, if you love it then it is totally worth it.<br />
11. STOP CARING ABOUT WHAT EVERYONE ELSE THINKS, YOU DO YOU BOO!<br />
12. Right, lets <i>try</i> and keep up to date with TV shows and NOT fall asleep during them.<br />
13. Get fit, like seriously. As funny as it is struggling to walk after a workout it needs to stop.<br />
14. Get the dream job/ apprenticeship of Marketing and social media/ events management. You know you can do it so don't give up.<br />
15. Everyone loves sleep, but could you cut down, just a lil' bit?<br />
16. TRAVEL. I love travel so go do new things, see new places and meet new people.<br />
17. Do <i>not </i>turn down amazing opportunities because you can get anxious, you can not keep living like that.<br />
18. Let's see if we can actually keep up to date with whats going on in the world and try to check the news every other day hey?<br />
19. KEEP BACKING YOUR FILES UP. You do not want to loose everything like you almost did the other week, please keep on top of it.<br />
20. Be yourself, if people don't like you then their loss. Don't go trying to impress 24/7, too much energy gets used ahah.<br />
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<br />Mandyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12705479985041877619noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8361024557712279105.post-37234527567372829022017-06-19T20:24:00.001+01:002017-06-19T20:24:48.206+01:00Skint gal's guide to: Dating on the cheap<br />
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After experiencing a year at uni and being in other education all my life I was pretty much skint 150% of the time and actually going out on dates and doing stuff was a bit iffy for me because I felt like I could never afford it. So, over the past few years, I have managed to find a few ways of doing things on the cheap.<br />
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1) Yeah, going out for a meal is nice <i>but </i>is it as nice as cuddling up in bed with a load of junk food watching a film for less than half the price?<br />
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2) It's really nice to be able to buy your other half prezzies and odd little things randomly but does it really have to cost a lot of money to give them nice things? There are so many cute little gift ideas that you can do for someone that won't cost more than a few pounds.<br />
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3) If you really want to get the person you're dating a nice gift then really shop around and try and find the same thing but for a better price, because no doubt what you saw in that cute shop you went to the other day is online for like a third of the price.<br />
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4) As much as it sounds like a load of effort sometimes nothing can beat going out for a walk with your partner and the dog. I get that sometimes you just can't be bothered and neither can they but getting out the house for a wander can be really nice and cute (especially if you can hold hands and just chat, I do it all the time).<br />
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5) GAMES. Even if you don't like to game, I find it really fun to sit down and actually play something, it can actually get quite competitive but still fun and it's always a good laugh, whether it be Mario Kart, Lego Marvel Universe or Dark Souls, sometimes it's just good to do something a <i>tad</i> nerdy.<br />
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Being lazy in a relationship is something people should be ashamed of. If you're making effort to do things for your partner, spend time with them, organise dates and want to go out with them and they don't bother to do it back or even say thank you then you really need to re-evaluate things. You deserve to be treated as well as you treat them.</div>
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If a partner just isn't interested in you, your hobbies, your life in general or even spending time with you then can you even really call it a relationship? You should be in relationships with people that ask about your day, who want to know what you actually did in work (even though it was the exact same as yesterday) and who are actually interested in going out with you and spending time with you.</div>
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Being hot and cold in a relationship is in my opinion literally one of the worst things anyone can do as a person. If someone messes with your emotions by acting all lovey dovey then not wanting to even send you more than one-word messages then you do not need them in your life. No way.</div>
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If you feel lonely when you're in a relationship maybe you need to think things through. If you partner is being distanced and not wanting to spend time with you and you feel lonely even when you're in the same room as them then maybe you're just not right for each other.</div>
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People who make promises and then never keep them they really aren't worth your time and effort. It's not healthy to be in a relationship with someone who says one thing then does another or promises they will do something for you and then just doesn't. You should be with someone who does what they say they will and not just avoid going on dates that you're promised or won't do that one thing they promised they'd do last week.</div>
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People who never ever bother to put effort into a relationship are literally the worst. If you're in a relationship where you're the only one putting the effort in 24/7 then you just need to stop. You're worth the effort and there is someone out there willing to put the effort in to make you happy. Go find them.</div>
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If someone is unfaithful to you then why the hell are you still with them. You should not put yourself through staying with someone that talks to 5/6 other people and sleeps around at any given opportunity. </div>
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Relationships are built on trust and honest. If your partner is keeping things from you (other than surprise birthday plans, they're always okay in my books) then remind me why you trust them and want to be with them? </div>
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If someone does not respect you, your opinions, your choices or your belongings then you shouldn't call them a friend, and sure as heck not call them your partner. You shouldn't let yourself be walked all over or treated badly in a relationship, and if someone respected you then you'd be treated so much better, so why not go and find someone who will respect you, I guarantee they're better for you.</div>
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If you're in a relationship where you feel like you're not wanted or needed then remind me again why you're in a relationship? The whole point of being in a relationship with someone is that they want you around, wants to spend time with you and maybe even that they feel like they need you for their life to be complete (maybe a bit cliché I know, but it's a nice thought right?).</div>
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If you're being manipulated into staying with someone you need to get yourself the heck out of that predicament. If you have tried to break up with someone or are thinking about it and they're manipulating you into staying with them then that is really not okay. Speak to family and friends (or even me if you want) for advice and get them to help you out of the situation!!</div>
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I hope this post was informative to you, some people don't know what to look for as bad things in a relationship and in my opinion, none of the above can lead to a healthy relationship so its best to end it. If you know anyone that might benefit from this post then send it over and you might help them get away from a toxic relationship and lead into a better one.</div>
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Today's post if going to be a little bit different today. This one is going to be about why you shouldn't live to please other people and you should do your own thing and not care what others think.<br />
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It's okay to be selfish. It's okay to want different things to other people. It's okay to get mad and upset.<br />
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You do not have to be nice, and perfect and bubbly all the time just to make sure other people are happy, fair enough if you want to be these things just because you do, but if you're doing it to please people then you really shouldn't feel obligated to do it.<br />
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It's okay to want people to be happy but you need to realise it's not your job and you should focus on your own happiness and not other peoples.<br />
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Since I have stopped being a people pleaser I feel so much more comfortable in myself, I have started to feel more comfortable making decisions on my own and I don't feel like I'm acting 24/7.<br />
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If you do you boo and not focus on other people's happiness I guarantee you will feel a bit better in yourself. And After all, it is <i>your </i>life and <i>your </i>happiness.<br />
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Sometimes, you just need some time for yourself. I don't think there is anything worse than feeling like you're so super busy with other things and other people that you don't have time for yourself. Because in fact, this is <i>never </i>true.<br />
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So, I thought I would just tell you guys how <i>I</i> have some perfect me time because as much as we say we are <i>all </i>busy <i>all</i> the time, <i>everyone </i>has a spare half an hour in their day to themselves.<br />
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Step 1) I always feel a bath is a good start to "me time". There is no easier way for me to feel a bit more human than taking a nice, hot bubble bath with some nice music on.<br />
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Step 2) Do something to look after your appearance, whether that's a hair mask, face mask or even just moisturising it <i>always</i> makes me feel a hell of a lot better, and the best thing is it doesn't <i>reallllly </i>require that much effort so we can also be super lazy whilst doing it!<br />
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Step 3) Do something you enjoy. Like reading books? Read a book! Like playing games? Play a game! If you enjoy it, then do it for a bit.<br />
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Step 4) I know it's called "me time" but talking to friends and family you don't get to see much anymore can do you the world of good so pick up the phone and ring or open your laptop and videocall.<br />
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Step 5) Remember that TV show you started watching a few months back but never finished on Netflix before you started doing so much? FINISH IT. Take some time out and escape in a TV show. I do it all the time and I'm really not ashamed that when I'm really getting into "me time" I can binge for hours.<br />
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When I was younger if you didn't find me catching up with the latest episode of Tracy Beaker in front of the TV, you would no doubt find me curled up on my bed with a book. Safe to say, things haven't changed really. <i>Well,</i> apart from the fact Tracy Beaker developed into Penny Dreadful or Being human and with the change in tech I now read mostly on my tablet or laptop instead of curling up with a paperback (but let's be honest, there isn't anything better than going to a bookshop and picking something out, then going home and actually reading it. (Apart from that new book smell, <i>of course</i>).<br />
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There's just something so nice about being able to get lost in a book, pretending you're someone else, living another life, knowing different people. It is one of the most relaxing things you can ever do in my opinion and it is by <i>far</i> the best form of escapism because not only are you escaping your life and the harsh reality within it, you are experiencing another world; completely oblivious to what's actually going on in <i>your</i> world.<br />
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The one thing that ceases to amaze me about books is their ability to transport you to anywhere in the world, doing almost anything, from sitting on top of an old abandoned water tower in Indiana watching the stars (All The Bright Places, Jennifer Niven), to arriving at a reform school then being flipped off by a handsome stranger in a red scarf and biker jacket (Fallen, Lauren Kate). With books, there are literally endless possibilities of where you could be and what you could be doing and something about that has me hooked.<br />
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Over the past few years I have been reading books in a day, if not less. I find it so easy just to become so engrossed in what's happening on the pages that I find it super hard to put the book down. I am always looking for new things to read by different authors and I think it's really brilliant to see each individual authors style come out in their books. I think it takes a tremendous amount of talent to get into the mindset of another person that exists, let alone create a person <i>entirely</i> and the mindset that goes along with it.<br />
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No matter who you are or what you love there is a book out there for you, whether it's a book about a budding teen romance or a horror that's sure to have you being jumpy and jittery for at least an hour after you put it down, it's just a case of finding it. With the list of books I have read continuously growing, I keep finding more and more amazing stories about incredible people in intense and unbelievable situations that I never could have experienced without my love of books.<br />
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Even if you're not a massive lover of books I challenge you to find your literature love, whether it takes you a day, week, year or life-time. I can't express enough how amazing it feels to get lost in a book and experience things through the eyes of another.<br />
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Do you ever just get sick and tired of being stuck in a house constantly? Starts to feel a bit claustrophobic doesn't it? Well last weekend this is exactly how I felt so I planned a day for me and my boyfriend to go out and have a day out of the house and away from Lincoln and we ended up at the stunning Elsham Gardens and Country Park.<br />
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Upon arrival at the hall grounds we were greeted by small signs to pointing us in the direction of the tea room where you pay for entry to the country park and gardens. The small tea room was very quaint and perfect for a cute date or even going out with your mum or friends for a cake and coffee, I could not get over how tempted I was to buy one of the cakes to eat but I didn't want to spoil my picnic.<br />
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It wasn't exactly sunny whilst we were out but everyone who was at the hall and country park had a smile on their face, which gave me hope that Elsham Hall didn't <em>just</em> have a good garden on offer. <br />
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To get into the gardens from the tea room you had to cross the courtyard, that was full of an extremely happy wedding party, into a small archway through a wall and as you are walking through the archway green starts to come into view at the other end of the arched tunnel. <br />
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As we walked out of the tunnel we were surrounded by a sea of trees, daffodils and other beautiful flowers. I was stunned. I literally had to stand still and just take it in. <br />
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Once we had sat down and admired the view of the lake for a bit we decided to have our picnic, surrounded by <i>very</i> vocal ducks. The ducks did not seem frightened of people and came right up to us being very social, so much so that when we walked off to carry on exploring they chased us down as we were crossing the small bridge towards to other side of the lake!<br />
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I would highly recommend visiting if you need something to do in Lincolnshire, especially if you like gardens and lovely views. But even if you don't I would still say go because the tea room and animals make it a lovely day out for everyone as well as the cute little events that they have on.<br />
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When you walk into someone’s house and there aren’t any plants it doesn’t quite feel right does it? I love plants, specifically cacti and other succulents, and no it’s not because they’re fashionable, it’s because they have personality and look really cute in pots on the windowsill. And I love things that look cute and a bit qwerky, especially things that will look good in my room.</div>
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Hey everyone! Todays post is about an amazing subscription box full of amazing hand poured, vegan-friendly, soy wax candle melts and oh my word, I swear I have never received anything that smells so heavenly! The Melt Box I received is created by Emily Victoria Candles and contains 9 absolutely luscious smells good enough to make your mouth water and your nose to never want to leave the room it's burning in.<br />
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This glorious subscription box comes with 9 absolutely lovely scents and the one which I got sent included;<br />
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<li>Thai Lime and Mango</li>
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If you subscribe to Emily Victorias #Meltbox you will also receive a stunning and quirky wax burner with your wax melts. However, you will not receive the tea lights alongside the melts and burner, these are sold separately on Emily Victoria Candles and are well worth getting because the packaging is so cute!</div>
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My favourite scents from this box <i>have</i> to be Mojito, Summer Grape Vine and Strawberries and Cream, Summer Grape Vine is what I burned first and as soon as the melt was put on the burner my room filled with the scent of a vineyard in a matter of minutes so that really shows you the amazing quality of the melts, especially considering its only £10 a month!</div>
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Even though I live in the UK the summer has approached <b>fast</b>, the sun had arrived and with that so has the need to drink loads to stay hydrated and healthy. I'm sure everyone gets sick and tired of drinking plain old water constantly because I sure have. Recently I have taken to drinking fruit infused water because not only is it healthy, it tastes great too.<br />
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My favourite fruit infused water to have is lemon/ orange and cucumber, but it has to be ice cold or it doesn't quite have that bite tat I enjoy. The best thing about this stuff is how flaming easy it is to make, you don't have to faff around with a load of things it's literally done in 3 steps.<br />
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1) Cut up 1/2 a lemon/ orange and 1/4 of a cucumber<br />
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If you don't like lemon or cucumber or you want to mix things up a bit you can use loads of different fruit like oranges or maybe even grapefruit. Berrys also can be used to give your water a super sweet taste. And what's amazing about it is, it looks amazing on photos for Instagram, Tumblr, Pinterest and your blog!<br />
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This is my lazy guide to being productive. I am not going to lie to you guys, I am one of the worst procrastinators going and I mean, <i>the worst</i>. For example, before now I have walked my friends to the bus stop and then been sitting there and chatting for so long that I almost miss mine, just because I can't be bothered to get up off the bench and walk across the road to wait at my stop (being deadly serious). I'm doing it step by step starting as of about a week ago BUT in the weeks to come I am making it my mission to become a true princess of productivity with these simple steps.</div>
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First things first, if you want to be <i>remotely</i> productive you need to <i>not</i> be slothful and sleepy so making sure you sleep well is key. If you don't get enough sleep your brain is never going to be able to tackle things and it makes the simplest task a pain in the backside to suss out, thus making you use more effort. <i>So really</i>, by making sure you're well-rested not only are you making sure you're lively and full of energy but <i>also</i> making sure you are spending enough quality time with your soft and squishy pal you snuggle up into after a long hard day of work. I mean let's face it, who doesn't want to drown in duvet and pillows for 7 hours of the day. </div>
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Most people procrastinate because they over complicate things <i>way </i>too much. To be more productive get into the habit of trying to get things done as good as you can but in the simplest way possible. The worst way to over complicate things is by just dive right into things and not think about what you're doing properly, by stopping, thinking and <i>simplifying </i>you can save yourself so much time and effort. So really, it just means you can be that bit more lazy in the long run.</div>
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Splitting things up into sections makes <i>everything</i> easier. Instead of just diving into the mass of fabric you call a wardrobe to "tidy", get things out in sections, get rid of what you need them BAM <i>sorted</i> and it makes things much less daunting as well if you split things up like that. But not only should you split each individual task up to maximise efficiency and productivity but splitting your days up like that also makes thing a whole lot easier, you just need to remember that two productive and efficient days are better than one stressed, tedious and half assed day jam packed full of things to do.</div>
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Your set-up and workspace are a crucial part of just getting things done, you need to make sure that wherever you need to get things done runs in the most efficient way possible. This goes for in work <i>and</i> at home if you're trying to get things done make sure that before you start you have everything you need at hand, not only does it stop you having to get up every 5 minutes to go and get something which inevitably ends up being sucked into the vortex that is twitter or neko atsume but it also makes things so much easier and saves you time.<br />
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However if your procrastination revolves around mundane every-day tasks that you just <i>can not be bothered </i>with you literally just need to do it, because the sooner you do, like going to your bus stop, the sooner you can binge watch that TV show you were eyeing up on Netflix with the super hot cast. Yeah, you know the one.<br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Hey guys! Mandy here, today we have a guest post by a guest writer, Emma Lawson, on how to naturally get clear skin! My posts will be back again in a matter of 48 hours so keep posted. Take it away Emma!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Aren’t we all in the search for that one perfect product and treatment that will help us get a smooth,</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">glowing skin, and we’ll do anything to get it? Well, my loves – there may be a few solutions out there</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">and they are closer than you think! In fact, if you were to open your fridge right this second, you’d</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">probably find a few! What in hell am I talking about? Just you wait.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">If you can make it a daily routine and take care of your skin every day, you can be sure to reap the fruit of your hard work. Your skin will look flawless and shiny, even as you age. Here are some great tips for clear skin. These tips are all natural, easily accessible which not only give you a better skin but also a healthy life. They are perfect for all the skin types.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">A few things to know:</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <u><b><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Diet is base</span></b></u><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Everything in your body is mutually dependant and connected; in order to have good figure, you need to eat well and guess what – for you to have good skin, you need to watch your nutrition more than you know! Unhealthy nutrition will result in digestive problems and will show on your face through irritation, redness, blemishes and flaking.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">This is why, before you go on any “recommended” treatment for the skin, do yourself a favour and</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">regulate your diet; the right amount of micronutrients and vitamins is just the thing you need, and</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">choosing dishes like nuts, white meat, fish, grains like brown rice, buckwheat and quinoa, as well as</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">vegetables like tomato, broccoli and beets are all very healthy choices and will help with having glowing and healthy skin.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Try to avoid processed foods, sodas and artificial sweets.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <b><u><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Fluids are key</span></u></b><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Drinking a lot of water increases digestion function and helps your skin to purify the impurities; water will cleanse the body and eliminate the toxins and waste, and you’ll see your skin revitalize before you know it.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Make sure you drink at least two litres of water per day – your skin will noticeably change in about (less) ten days.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Natural products from nature and their combinations are the best way to nurture your skin and give it</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">the glow it needs. Obviously, if your skin is really difficult to maintain, I recommend Dermalogica</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">skincare products - they will absolutely save it (I personally use them as they give my skin a healthy</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">boost).</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">If you are looking for healthy choices to just nurture what you already have, I’d always recommend</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <u><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Honey & Lemon</span></u><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">All you need for this mask is a tablespoon of honey and a tablespoon of lemon; mix it till the honey</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">dissolves properly. Before applying it to your skin, moisten your face and then leave it for 15-20 minutes. Both lemon and honey work as a natural bleacher, leaving your skin glowing and radiant instantly. Wash your face thoroughly after 20 minutes. Use cold water.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <u><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Tomato</span></u><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Yes, tomato. Tomato pulp is all you need to have a wonderfully glowing skin. Just use the pulp to rub it all over your face and keep still for about 15 minutes. Just like honey and lemon, tomato too has</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">bleaching properties, and will help lighten skin color. After 15 minutes have past, rinse thoroughly with cold water.</span><br />
<u><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><br /></span></u> <u><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Green Apple</span></u><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">The lost glow of your skin will be immediately restored with green apple pulp; use the pulp and apply it to the skin and your skin will get the radiant glow it lacked! Also, it will help the blood circulate the skin better.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Mandy here again, thanks for guest posting Emma, some great tips and I agree that water and a healthy diet are key to great skin, especially if you put it under a lot of stress because of weather etc. The photos you picked out are great too!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.missoliviasays.com/2016/03/guest-post-wedding-trends-organization.html" target="_blank">HERE</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><a href="http://facetocurls.com/rejuvenate-your-hair-with-these-unconventional-tips/" target="_blank">HERE</a></span><br />
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Mandyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12705479985041877619noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8361024557712279105.post-38418754196809319402016-03-04T20:08:00.000+00:002016-03-10T16:00:22.833+00:00A Treasured Giveaway*<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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As my readership and following on my blog has been growing immensely over the past few months I thought it would be super amazing to team up with a smaller indie company to run a super cute giveaway for you all to participate in because I love you all that much!<br />
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<u><a href="http://thetreasured.co.uk/collections/stationery/products/platonic-solids-pencil-case" target="_blank">Platonic Solids Pencil Case</a></u></h1>
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Not going to lie, I was super excited to receive this for myself, let alone be able to give one away too, but to be fair who wouldn't be? This is such a cute little accessory to have and carry around with you, it can be used as a pencil case, a makeup bag or a even purse. And alongside the fact that it can be used for so much it looks super cute too, I mean black, white AND geometric? Any bloggers dream. Also a fab size to keep in any handbag, not to big or too small!<br />
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People who know me, and have been reading my blog for a few months <i>MUST </i>know that I love jewellery and I am forever looking for ways to make my outfits more cute/ edgy with one simple item and I reckon this wooden necklace with silver chain is perfect for doing that, especially considdering it has adorable glitter dipped on the bottom of the diamond! Perfect for all you ladies that want to spruce up your outfits and make them even cuter than they already are.<br />
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Not only have I been sent this adorable necklace and geometric pencil case but you guys all have the chance of winning them too by following the instructions below!<br />
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<br />Mandyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12705479985041877619noreply@blogger.com21tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8361024557712279105.post-2928659860911093552016-02-23T18:00:00.001+00:002016-02-23T21:56:42.649+00:00Merumaya Gentle Exfoliating Toner*<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I am in love. When I received this <a href="https://www.merumaya.com/gentle-exfoliating-toner.html" target="_blank">Merumaya Gentle Ex-foliating Toner </a>in the post I wasn't really sure what to expect, I suffer with dry skin around my nose and the only thing that I have ever tried that actually works to get rid of it is kinda heavy duty facial scrubs. As I was reading about the Merumaya Gentle Exfoliating Toner I was sat there thinking "It couldn't hurt to try it but I doubt it will work on my sorry schnoz." but <i>oh how wrong I was.</i></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><i><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><br /></span></i> <span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I haven't really ventured out in to the world of cleansing and toning too much if I'm honest, I have a few from M&S but nothing major. <i>However</i> the past few weeks have really opened my eyes on skincare and how amazing cleansing and toning can be for your skin instead of the usual make-up wipe and occasional face mask. </span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I pop this toner on a cotton pad or ball after I have used my <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Garnier-Micellar-Cleansing-Water-400ml_1440752/" target="_blank">Garnier Micellar Cleansing Water</a>, I don't use too much, just enough to start to feel the dampness on the other side of the cotton pad. I use the cotton pad firstly on my nose using a small circular motion and it gets rid of all the dead skin, I then wipe it over my other trouble areas such as my temples and above my eyebrows. When I use it my skin tingles a bit and feels cold but it does with any toner so I wouldn't worry, it's like you can feel it tightening your pores.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Not only does this product work for getting rid of dead skin and tightening pore but it has actually keep the dead skin from building up, where as when I use a heavy duty scrub I can't use it every day and after a day or two you can see the dry skin again.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">The description of this product is "AHA's gently, yet effectively peel away dead skin, detoxify, cleanse and refine pores, revealing fresh, smooth, brighter skin. Hyaluronic acid and natural betaine provide moisture, plumpness and a reduction in the signs of skin ageing and importantly, prevent skin drying out during and after the exfoliation." and I can attest to each of these points. </span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">You may look at the price of £17.50 and be slightly put off but it really lasts and it most definitely works. To be quite honest Its going to save you money because:</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">a) its a two in one product</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">b) it lasts for ages because you don't need to use loads</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">c) you are getting more for your money than buying scrubs AND toners that wont last very long.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">I shall be using this right up until the last drop, this toner is pretty much the Queen of my skincare routine.</span></span><br />
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