I love you from the bottom of my pencilcase

 

It's silly isn't it?

How One song can mean so much to you. It may not even be relevant to you or your situation - but somehow, a song will have an influence in your life. 

For example; the song A Song For Whoever by The Beautiful South shouldn't really be counted as a love song but to me, it's one of the key songs for my relationship. 

I mean, the song is basically insinuating that he only uses the women in order to get a number one track. Not exactly my idea of romance.

And yet, I love the song! As, for me, it has appeared in many key parts of my life. When I began to fall in love with Ryan & he would cuddle me while playing the song, Me realising that I needed to be with him when we split up &, it also confirmed our love - making it one of 'our' songs.

Bit of a random post, but it just go me thinking - most couples have a song; their first kiss, making love, falling in love with one and other. The power of music is far more powerful that is seems...

 

So, do you have a song?

Lauren 

xoxo

Happy Valentines Day! ❤

Hello Beauties!

Happy Valentines Day!

I've always been a fan of this holiday - the sense of being surrounded by love, the affection shown by loved-up couples, the butterflies in your stomach feeling when you receive a card from a mystery lover! It's all so romantic, and being a soppy romantic myself I just absorb the feeling.

I thought this would be a perfect opportunity to share a little more of my personal life - my long term boyfriend Ryan:



He is slightly older than me (19) & we have been together for 2 years and 4 months. He is my absolute world & I don't know what I would do without him - the guy knows me inside out. He inspires me to carry on with my dreams of being a journalist & is always there for me. All in all, he is a brilliant guy &, most importantly, my first love.

Tonight, I get to spend the evening eating a take out & watching girly RomCom movies (he loves them!) and just spend some nessesary 'us' time together - I cannot wait!

But, I want to give a little glimpse of hope to the singletons who may have lost hope in finding the one. Me & Ryan were friends before we got together - I've seen him in relationships & he has seen me in them. We are complete opposites but I think that's what makes us work. He stops me from being an obsessive workaholic & tells me to enjoy myself - and I'm eternally grateful. My point? I never thought I would find love like this - don't try to force yourself to find love. Let love find you. Date, have fun! Because the big guy upstairs does have a plan for you! Or destiny if you prefer ;)

Love isn't easy - never give up!

Oh! And I want to say a big THANK YOU to all the people who follow my blog & have liked my posts - you really mean a lot to me!

So what's your valentines day plans?

Lauren

Xoxo

Decisions, decisions ...

Hello my lovelies!

Just a quick post about some things ill be reviewing today!

Firstly, I will be reviewing the amazing FAST shampoo & conditioner which has took the world by storm!

& also, the MUA Undress me too palette, which I think you'll enjoy!

However, I want to talk to you about my goldilocks. I am in two minds into changing my hair colour to .... Wait for it. ... PINK! Yes pink! I really want to go a pastel pink (like the new feria colour available at boots) & then the raspberry rebel by LIVE XXL!

What do you think? Shall I do it?

Lauren
Xoxo

Today's been a good day ...

Hello my Beauties!

This post will probably be very short in length but I cannot contain my excitement! Today I have had two very exciting pieces of news:

1. I have gotten back some of my results

For saying these pieces were one of my first deadlines, I am exceptionally happy to say that I gained a High 2/2 in my assessments! (which is basically a C) I am over the moon as one of the pieces was unedited because I stupidly gave in the wrong piece :( But still, I'm thrilled!

2. I have got my first printed piece!

YAYAYAY! Although I adore my blog & it's amazing followers (Yes, you!) I have managed to get an article in my university paper! EEEK! exciting stuff

Sorry if you can't read it, it was the best I could do :)

Also, a little note aswell: I wanted all my followers that I love them very dearly & apprewciate everything you are doing. I hope for many more great posts to come!

Lauren

xoxo

Update

Hello my lovlies!

Just wanted to quickly update you about what I shall be righting about this week! But firstly I again want to apologise for the lack of posts, I've been really busy with work and university work :/ so many court reports to write about! But I hope you are all well and will forgive me! :)

I am currently in the progress of trying 2 hair masks: Marilyn by Lush and a DIY one I learnt from YouTube :) I also have some more lush products to review but I would like your input on what YOU think I should review! Let me know! :)

Lauren

Xoxo

 

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Make up: What I use on my face

Hello my Darlings!

I'm currently sat in one of my politics lectures, and I was thinking about what I could do next for you!

So today, I'm going to talk about my foundation routine and what I use :)

Firstly, I want to highlight my skin. I am extremely paled skin with most foundations leaving me with the dreaded orange tint so finding a affordable pale foundation is ridiculously hard to find. I also have quite dry skin, and a sort of oily nose (I think, could just be shiny!) so I always use liquid foundation :)

Before I apply make up

Before I even pick up my make up brushes I cleanse, tone and moisturise my face. For this, I use an Almay cleanser, Dermalogica toner and the Soap and Glory feel good factor moisturiser. All of these products I can happily say have improved my skin & I have noticed I have less spots! Bonus points for that!

My Products

Primer: The MUA primer - this affordable primer is extremely good! And I feel that it does make my foundation last longer. When I can eventually afford it, I will buy the Benefit That Gal primer as this is my all time favourite primer but since I am on a budget, the MUA primer works great!

Liquid foundation: Bourjois Healthy Mix Serum foundation - I discovered this foundation a few days ago and I have got to say I am totally in love with it! And shade 51 is perfect for my skin! It makes my face feel soft, and covers my red blemishes on my face :) happy girly! However, before this I was using No7 Protect and Perfect foundation in calico but I could not afford this.

Concealer: Maybelline Fit Me - although the type of concealer I use doesn't really bother me I really like the coverage this concealer gives! And actually manages to cover up my dark circles around my eyes. What's more, the concealer is extremely affordable!

Setting powder: No7 Pressed powder - I generally just use this to take away the shine of the foundation & to 'smooth' out my skin. The shade I use is translucent :)

Foundation Brush: Elf Stippling brush - before I discovered the stippling brush I was addicted to using sponges. But, then I saw many reviews on this brush and with the brush being so affordable, I just had to try it! And I'm so glad I did! The brush helps me achieve my a flawless finish and I have completely fell for it!

I hope you enjoy this my darlings! And let me know what you would like me to do next, or if you recommend any foundations!

Lauren

Xoxo

Why you should always check the bargain sections ...

No one likes to overspend right? finding something you brought for a cheaper price just makes you wince :( especially when you could use the cash for something else (those shoes you desperately want or a Starbucks)

Well, I am luckily enough to have one of the most jammiest mothers in the world! she would come home with luxury items and they only be a fraction of the price! and she has guided me to become a bargainista myself (I always get called cheap because if I know something is cheaper elsewhere, I will go there)

One of the best things I could recommend (apart from looking for the best deals bla bla bla) would be look for clearance sections. Most places have them! Superdrugs, Boots ... Asda! with items that are slightly damaged i.e. the packaging or they just may be trying to get rid of the stocks. So, next time you go in ... have a gander round the shop and see if you could spot any & let me know if you see anything good!

My bargain of the week!



Enjoy my lovelies!

xoxo

The Beginning of Something New ...

Hello there my darlings!

Being a trainee journalist I thought it only fitting that I started my own blog. I shall be writing in my blog every few days, updating you on my life, my course and hopefully reviewing some products when I get the chance!

Hopefully there will be better things to come :)

Lauren

xx