*AD-gifted - This product was sent to me to sample with no obligation to post. All thoughts, opinions and experiences are my own, see my disclaimer for more information.

When I think of LUSH, I think bath-bombs, shower gels and soaps but they have so much more now including cosmetics, makeup and even subscription boxes. I’ve been a fan of Lush for years and I miss going into stores so much at the moment, but I have done a few online orders especially over Xmas for the Christmas exclusives. Back when the stores were open I would attend events in the Manchester and Liverpool stores, these were always lots of fun and it was great to learn more about Lush products and services; you can read a review of the Lush Spa in Liverpool here and about parties in the Manchester store here.

Recently I was given the chance to sample the new Lush Lashes lengthening mascara and I jumped at the chance; mascara is one of the beauty products I still use frequently; its all in the eyes now we are wearing face coverings when outside.

Lush Lashes is a new formula made up of natural ingredients to condition your lashes, add volume and lengthen them. It’s a brilliant all-rounder mascara that’s kind to the planet and your eyes! Inside you’ll find coconut oil to condition lashes, this combined with Gum Acacia helps to hold the volume and curl in the lashes without smudging throughout the day. To help lengthen long term, there is Wheatgrass within the few ingredients which helps to boost lash growth because it contains vitamins, minerals and proteins. 

The mascara itself is jet black and one coat on my lashes was perfect for a natural look however with a couple of coats it adds drama to my lashes. The formula is light and easy to apply, no big clumps or smudging whilst applying and the wand is perfect for grabbing all those small thin lashes that some mascaras miss. I was already sold at this point but even more so after 8-9 hours wear and not a smudge in sight! It lasted throughout the day even whilst wearing a face covering and dealing with steamed up glasses. 

Lastly removal of Lush Lashes mascara was simple and quick, I can’t stress enough that it melted off with my regular makeup remover in one or two swipes. I was left with conditioned lashes because the coconut oil.

Lush Lashes is available on uk.lush.com website for £15.50, it will last you ages with only needing a couple of coats at most.

Please bare in mind that there is BEESWAX in the ingredient list so may not be suitable for all Vegans.

Ever wish for perfect brows everyday? Smooth skin to apply your makeup too? Less facial hair? The *Brow shaper tool by Lilibeth New York can help with all these wishes. The tool is sold as a brow shaping tool but has so many more uses than just that however shaping my brows has never been easier. I’ll break down the tools best uses here, tell you how to use the tool and where to buy from.


Brow Shaping - I use to go get my brows waxed every month which cost me around £15.00 each time but when money is tight I started to look for other options. A brow shaping tool can give me a shaped brow and smooth skin all without any pain! No wax, no threading, no products needed, just the Lilibeth brow shaper tool. The tool comes in loads of different colours and patterns but they all work the same, the blade is folded into the handle for safety when not in use and this makes it perfect for travelling too. Although care must be taken when using the tool as it does have a blade on it, using the tool is pain free and easy; to start I place the tool under my brow then gently glide the blade across my skin to remove any stray hairs and give my arch a tidy. I will then do the same with the upper part of my brow, not forgetting the outer edge of my brows as a few pesty hairs grow there. I always tend to move the tool downwards and outwards away from my eye of course. Trimming the middle of my brows could not be easier and with how quickly this hair removal method is I can keep on top of my brows daily if I wanted. My top tip with using the tool to shape your brows is to take your time until you are used to the tool, do a small section then move onto the next until you have got the technique down to a tee and your brows looking on point!


Dermaplaning - This is not something I used to do or get done until I started using these types of tools. I cannot stress enough how smoothly my foundation goes on after dermaplaning my face. If you don’t know what dermaplanning is, it’s basically using this tool to remove dead skin cells and peach fuss from your skin leaving a smooth and fresh base to work on. I’ve also found that my skin reacts better to my skin care products after dermaplanning. Using the tool I gently glide it across my face in small sections, you can literally see the dead skin flaking off sometimes, unwanted hair be gone with it too. I'm left with smooth skin, fresher looking skin and amazing results!


Hair Removal - Your whole face has hair on it but some areas can be more prominent and I certainly don’t want to bring attention to my upper lip hair especially since I have naturally dark hair. Using the brow shaper tool I can remove any unwanted hair from my upper lip easily and quickly, again because of the quickness of this tool I can keep on top of my upper lip everyday if needed. I tend to use the tool on my upper lip around once a week though which works well for me but everyone is different. The tool glides over the skin easily and trims any hairs in its way without any irritation or pain; I do tend to apply my moisturiser after using the tool for this method as it just like the dermaplaning method. The tool can also be used on other areas of the body like the back of your neck, bikini line and fingers/toes, it’s literally a wonder tool!


My first Lilibeth brow shaping tool lasted me around 6 months although they suggest you should replace your tool every 2 to 3 months. To keep the blade in top condition, make sure to wipe the tool clean with a dry cloth after each use and always fold the blade back into the handle; storing it out of damp areas like the bathroom is also a good idea. I tend to keep mine in my makeup bag so it’s always handy.

You can pick up a brow shaping tool from Instant Beauty Fix for just £7.49 or buy a 2 pack for £14.95. I’ve already saved money by using the brow tool instead of going for my usual wax each month.

One of the best base products I ever started using was primer, it makes applying foundation easier, look smoother and helps your make up last all day. I was recently sent this Essence 'You Better Work' Gym-Proof Primer* to try out, I’ve sampled it quite a few times now and been using it for around a month.

The beauty world isn’t just made up of makeup products and although us bloggers talk about skin care and hair care as well we don’t mention hygiene products all that much. Deodorant is an everyday essential and finding a product that works can be difficult.

Have you tired those lip plumping glosses and products that tingle and sometimes feel horrible? I have in the past and have never been a fan of them, I always end up putting the lip product on, then wiping if off because the tingle is too much or its too sticky. Last month I was contacted by a PR to try out the PMD KISS System*, which is a lip plumping system like no other. I was very curious to try the system and see if it could enhance the look of my lips.
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Lately I’ve had the chance to try more and more organic beauty products including this shampoo and conditioner from SheaMoisture. I think it’s good to try products with organic ingredients and natural elements, these can really up your beauty Game!
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As a tattooed person myself, I’ve been thrilled to see a lot of skincare for tattoos coming out on the market. I got my first tattoo at 18 and now have 20 pieces and counting; consistently planning my next one. Looking after my tattoos is as important to me as looking after my whole body, I want them to look as good as they did they say I got them.

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Wearing tights can be troublesome sometimes; when they fall down, roll down over your tummy, don’t fit well or are made from low quality fabric. I’ve struggled previously to find tights suitable for my body shape and to find comfortable tights to wear all day long.
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I don't know about you but I’m still in the mindset that it’s a new year so let’s smash my goals, start something new and change up my old habits. I’ve started to mix up my skin care routine to try some different brands, I was contacted by a PR for TJ Hughes who have a fantastic beauty section in store and online; TJ have a wide selection of skincare with lots of top brands like Gatineau, Elizabeth Arden and Lancomé, you can see the full range here.

I was able to choose a new skin care product to try out, I picked the *DefiLift 3D™ Perfect Design from Gatineau Paris; this cream is aimed 40+ years but I believe that using anti-ageing products from a younger age will help my skin in the future.
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Putting on some sexy lingerie can make you feel wonderful but putting on sexy lingerie that fits well, is comfortable and didn’t cost you the Earth is even better. UK Lingerie are website that stocks many brands including some of my favourites; Pour Moi, Wonderbra and Pretty Polly. I’ve worked with UK Lingerie on my blog last year, you can read that post here, that post has more info on the history of UK Lingerie so make sure you check that out after reading this review.

If you know me personally you’ll know I always carry a hand gel with me and use it regularly; it’s part of my daily routine of life now. I do have a favourite hand gel brand though and that is Merci Handy, I first discovered them through Birchbox after receiving the Black Vanilla scent in one of my monthly boxes since then I’ve been hooked!