Beauty, Bargains and Beyond

I wanted to write down some goals for 2025, to help me monitor my progress and keep myself accountable. Here is a quick rundown of some of the things that I want to achieve this year: Try to avoid buying anything new and/or full price in 2025. I will allow myself to purchase items from charity shops and repurchase any health and beauty products that I fully run out of, but I do want to become more mindful of my purchases in 2025. Just because something is in the sale, doesn't mean that I have to buy it! Declutter, Declutter, Declutter. I will be shopping my huge stash of products and clothing this year, but I also want to get rid of anything that I can't make use of as well. I will be aiming to sell some things on eBay, Vinted and Depop to recoup some of the money that I have wasted in the past, donating things to charity and also sending some things to be recycled. My bedroom is a hoarders delight right now, with piles of clothes stashed in bags and piles of boxes stashed in b...

If you have dry, curly hair, you know that finding a product that hydrates, defines, and protects without weighing your curls down can feel like an endless search. Enter Olaplex Nº.9 Bond Protector Nourishing Hair Serum, a product that promises to provide nourishment, frizz control, and protection for your hair while maintaining the integrity of your natural curls. As someone with dry, curly hair, I was excited to give this serum a try.  Olaplex Nº.9 comes in a sleek, modern-looking bottle with a pump dispenser. The design feels both luxe and practical.  Its easy to hold and control the amount of product you dispense. The serum itself has a lightweight, gel-like consistency that isn’t overly runny, but not too thick either. It has a subtle, pleasant fragrance that’s not overpowering, just a light, clean scent that dissipates after a few minutes. Curly hair tends to be on the drier side, and finding products that add moisture without causing frizz or weighing down curls is cruc...

In an era where sustainability is more important than ever, Boots has stepped up to the plate with an initiative that's both impactful and user-friendly. The Recycle at Boots programme is designed to help customers recycle their empty beauty, health, and wellness products. It's a simple, yet effective way to contribute to environmental conservation while also reaping some rewards for your efforts. The Recycle at Boots programme is available in 800 stores across the UK. The process is straightforward. First, sign up for the programme online or through the Boots app. Then, use the app to take a photo of the items you want to recycle.  There are a few questions you need to answer for each product and then off it goes to be reviewed and hopefully approved.   After your products have been approved you can then drop off your scanned items at a participating Boots store in the box provided in store.  Not only is this programme good for the environment, but it also offers gr...

As the calendar turns to a new year, there’s a familiar tradition that many of us engage in, setting New Year’s resolutions. It’s a time when we reflect on the past and look ahead to the future, hoping to make positive changes in our lives. Whether it’s a commitment to better health, learning a new skill, or being more present with family, resolutions are an opportunity to start fresh. However, if you’re like most people (including me!), you’ve probably experienced the common phenomenon of resolution burnout. By February (if not before), many of those ambitious goals seem like distant memories, and the motivation wanes. But it doesn’t have to be this way! The key to sticking with your New Year’s resolutions is setting the right kind of goals and maintaining the right mindset. In this post, we’ll explore how you can make resolutions that you’ll actually keep in 2025. 1. Be Specific, Not Vague One of the biggest mistakes people make when setting resolutions is being too general. "I ...

Hi everyone It feels amazing to be back! Whether it's jumping into a hobby, getting back to an old routine, or just returning to a place that feels like home, there's something so refreshing about it. We've all had times when life pulls us away from things we love. Coming back to those things? It's like rediscovering old treasures. It gives us a sense of security, reminding us of who we are and where we've been. And while we're returning to the familiar, we often see it with fresh eyes. We've grown and changed, and this new perspective can bring even more excitement. So, here's to us and the journey ahead. Let's make the most of it! After all, it's good to be back. Lets see what 2025 has in store for us.   Leigh 💜

  Leigh 💜