Beauty, Bargains and Beyond

*I received this product for free but the opinions are my own. Its that time of year again where we are getting closer to the warmer weather and holidays in sunny climates are on the horizon and I will be getting my pale and pasty legs out again, which haven't seen the light of day since last summer.  I must admit I don't really tan very well anyway, so even if the sun's out I need a bit of help to get that sun-kissed glow.  Step in St Moriz Luxury Creme Whipped Mousse*.   Its easy to apply, with either an applicator mitt or glove and then just blend well in circular motions.  You can use this on your body and face. Make sure you bend your knees and elbows to avoid streaks.  Make sure its dry before dressing and then your tan will start to develop after 1 hour.  It will continue to develop for up to 8 hours so depending on your preference just wash off when you get the tan you are looking for.   It contains Vitamin E to lock in hydration and ...

We have had a glorious summer this year (well some of the time anyway), so reapplying SPF throughout the day has never been more important, so I wanted to let you know about my favourite SPF products that are easy to carry around with you.  The first one is a new brand to me - Hello Sunday The Take-Out One SPF Invisible Sun Stick. This is basically the same as a stick deodorant that you twist up to use the product. The product looks purple, but it applies clear and its not thick and greasy, so it doesn't feel heavy on the skin and it does give you a little glow, but you don't end up looking like an oily mess.  This is such an easy product to apply on the go and I like the fact that you can just apply it directly to your face and then just rub it in to make sure everything is covered. It costs £15 for 30g from Space NK, Cult Beauty & Boots. Its water and sweat resistant and is a broad spectrum formula with SPF30 to protect against UVA/UVB. It also contains hyaluronic ...

Hi all I just came back from a much needed and long awaited (thanks to the Covid years) holiday in the Sunshine State of Florida.  Anyone who is familiar with Orlando, knows how hot and humid it can get so here are some of my favourite products to take on a summer holiday.  USB Handheld Fan - this was a new product to me and it was really handy to take around the Disney and Universal parks during the heat of the day.  Its small enough to carry in a small bag and means that when you are out and about and missing the delights of air-con, you can whip out this fan and get an instant cooling breeze on your face or back of your neck.  I wouldn't go on holiday without it now.  Its easy to recharge using a USB cable back in your hotel room on a night. Mine cost £12 from a little shop in Leeds, but they are available in lots of places like Amazon or in supermarkets. Cooling Towels - Another new product to me and a total life saver when you are flagging in the heat. I...