June Favourites

I know this is a little late this month, but I thought better late than never right? I have really enjoyed using so many different products this month. Much more than usual, so the video is a little rambley. June has literally flown by for me, I had my first year Uni exams at the beginning of the month so that took up a lot of my time. However, I am finally back in the swing of things with Youtube and my videos etc. Im even moving to a new blog and Youtube channel very soon.

This new blog needs a name and as much as I try, I cannot think of anything. My creativity has failed me! If any of you guys have any suggestions (silly,funny,girly or completely random) I would greatly appreciate it!

Other than that, I hope you all had a lovely June and have started the month of July off with a smiles on your faces!

Let me know what your June favourites were and link me to your posts if you have one:)

Have a wonderful day and enjoy the video!

Much Love

Lou

xx

Battle of the Hot Cloth Cleansers

Hello Lovelies,

Today's post is about Hot Cloth cleansers, two in particular. One being my beloved 'Liz Earle Cleanse and Polish', the second being 'The Sanctuary Brightening Facial Polishing Hot Cloth Cleanser'.

I bought Liz Earle on a whim a few months ago now, after seeing it hyped up on blog posts all over the web. The hype was absolutely right as I loved it. It is probably the best cleanser I have ever tried and it lasted me 2 whole months. Which to me justifies the £11 price tag. 

As you may have noticed, I am talking in the past tense. That is because my lovely lovely cleanser ran out a few weeks ago.

I must say, it looked rather disheveled when I threw it away having been dropped a fair few times *whoops* ;)

I tootled into town pretty soon after this tragic event to do some shopping and repurchase. Cutting to the chase, I had a £5 boots voucher and ended up picking up The Sanctuary one instead. Although it retails at the same price, I only paid £6. I felt rather proud of myself for resisting Liz Earle.

So, was it worth it?

In short, no:( While they are both the same price Liz Earle is much gentler on the skin with a divine smell and can be used to remove eye makeup too.

The Sanctuary version is much harsher on the skin, cannot be used 'intentionally' on the eye area, and frankly smells rather foul. It isn't the worst cleanser I've tried and it cleans my skin well but in comparison a BIG disappointment. Especially considering I love The Sanctuary skin care as a brand.

The only reason I will let myself off for this purchase is that I was trying to save money :P

It may just be me that doesn't like the smell so who knows. Although, considering it normally retails at the same price, there is no competition.

Liz Earle for me every time.

Now I just have to save up to get a new bottle :')

Have you tried this cleanser?

Do you feel the same or am I being a tad harsh?

Much Love

Lou

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Liz Earle? Who's She?

Now I know nearly everyone in the beauty blogging/youtube world knows something or other about Liz Earles Brand. However, I can safely say that before I had started blogging I hadn't got a clue who she was. Boy was I missing out.

Any Guesses what I bought??

But of course... Hot Cloth Cleanser.

I must say, it was a lovely experience in their Leeds boutique. The staff were really helpful and friendly, plus I got a free little toner sample thrown in!! Considering I was about to buy the full size before trying it, this seriously saved me some money. All in all a wonderful time was had.

Gotta love it :P

I am aware that there are a million reviews on this little gem as it truly is the staple of her range. This in mind, I don't think I'm going to do a review on it, other than to say I love it :)

However, if you would like me to bore you with details do let me know and I'll be happy to review it. Otherwise, you've probably seen/heard it all before.

Have a lovely day.

Much Love

Lou

xx

My Favourite Products of 2010 :)

Hello Lovelies,

I'm really excited about this post today, as I have found so many products this year that I love. I can now share them with you guys!!

I have chosen a product from each different category e.g Blush, Foundation, Cleanser which I love whole heartedly and would recommend to anyone.

Prepare for a long post. Enjoy!!

 :D

Body-care

Neutrogena  Deep Moisture Comfort Balm 

Good ol' Vaseline

Soap & Glory Clean, Girls Body Wash

LUSH The comforter Bubble Bar

Hair-care

Aussie Miracle Moist Shampoo and Conditioner

Aussie Take the Heat Blow Dry Cream

Lee Stafford Flat Iron Protection Mist

Elnette Diamond hold Hairspray

Tony & Guy Dry Shampoo

Skin-care

LUSH Ultra Bland Cleanser

The Body Shop Tea Tree Toner

Simple Nourishing Eye Makeup Remover Cream

L'Occitane Ultra Rich Face Cream

Soft Lips Lip Conditioner

Makeup

Revlon PhotoReady Foundation in 003 Shell

Benefit Boi-ing Concealer in 001

MAC Well Dressed Blush

MAC BlackTrack Fluid Line

Rimmel Sexy Curves Mascara in Blackest Black

MAC Prep & Prime Eye in Light

Nails Inc Polish in Jermyn Street

Perfume

Marks and Spencer Peruna (Daytime)

Nina Ricci, Ricci Ricci (Evening)

Phew, that was pretty epic.

I hope this has given you some good ideas about some amazing beauty products. If you want me to go more in depth with anything just let me know. 

Here's to more lovely things in 2011.

Love

Lou

xx