Nails of the Week

Out of boredom, I attempted some french tips again... I like these colours together.

I used Ciate' My Fair Lady & Zoya Neeka.

... then I noticed  I matched my brand new duvet cover from Ikea... hehe ;P

What do you think?

Miscellaneous

I got the Garnier Body Intensive 7 Days Ultra Softening Lotion through the post a few days ago. This is a new product and they send you 7 satchel to take the 'week challenge'; I think it's, definitely, a good body cream, absorbs fast and smells lovely but I didn't notice any serious improvement.

I swapped the Monu Rosewood Reviving Mist on the Facebook group, Beauty Box Swappers. I think this was sent in a recent GlossyBox but I'm not a sub anymore - still, I'm obsessed with Monu and really enjoying face spritzers/toners, lately.

The smell is a bit too strong for me - the sandalwood makes it quite musky - so I was glad to discover that it can also be used as a body refresher.

I go these candles samples on www.yankeecentral.co.uk ... they only took over TWO MONTHS to arrive!!! You had to pay for postage, that's what is annoying.

Anyway, they all smell really good and I can't wait to try them - Pink Dragonfruit is my favourite. :)

Definitely, I wouldn't recommend to order from this website - the customer care is appalling!

I got the Benefit PoreFessional with Glamour Magazine; I'm already using this product so I picked myself a backup (it's also sealed so It won't get spoiled).

Marie Claire, instead, was giving away a Ciate' nail polish - I chose Bon Bon.

I wished it was more on the pink side (like My Fair Lady) but it's a grower; as always, I love the black bow on the bottle and I'm liking the new skinny font, as well.

Unfortunately, it started chipping after 2 days - not good enough for me as I can't be bother to paint my nails more than once a week.

You can get your Avene samples, filling a profile on their website and then they send you some products to try, targeted to your skin type: Brilliant!

I got the Gentle Gel Cleanser and Hydrance Optimal UV Legere. 

I've very excited to use these - I love Avene as a brand and looking forward to try some new products.

Other swaps from BBS:

Liz Earle Clenase & Polish Hot Cloth Cleanser - well, I always need a back up of this product as I adore it. You can read what I think about it here.

Percy & Reed Dry Conditioner: I was so curious and intrigued when I heard about it. Dry conditioner? How is it working?

Do love the Totally TLC Hydrating Mask too.

UNE Skin-Glow Foundation: I received this sample from Boots.com - looking forward to try something from this brand... any recommendation? I like their minimalist packaging.

That's all folks! ;)

I was feeling a bit down today, so THE FIANCE' brought this home: 

isn't he a darling? :)

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The magazine came with two freebies.

I LOVE (yes, capital letters!) the nail polish. It's the most gorgeous colour - in fact I've decided that could be an option for my wedding (if I decide to go with neutral nails). The colour is My Fair Lady.

If you're interested in Ciate' - click here to see the other shade I've got.

The other sample is Dove hair conditioner, which I'm also looking forward to try as I have read many bloggers raving about it.

LUSH = extra pampering!

I'm loving having a bath, relax and read my magazine... well, who doesn't?!

My favourite of this box is Dorothy Bubble Bar; it smells, divine, the rainbow is the cutest... and turns the water blue. :)

GLOSSYBOX #3 - in depth

CIATE Nail Enamel in Big Yellow Taxi no74 : I'm glad I got this product. That is my first CIATE nail polish, the bottle is so cute with the bow and the formulation also gets a thumb up: Formaldehyde, dibutyl phthalate and toluene free. The colour wouldn't have been my first choice - it's a good dupe for the Chanel' Mimosa (which maybe I was going to buy) but bottom line is I'm not going to wear it too often. Also, it appears a bit streaky even after 2 coats and that's why i've teamed it with the Barry M shatter coat. how do you like it? Hey, it's a full size bottle! :)

ILLAMASQUA Pure Pigment in Marvel : I'm glad I got this colour in this case as I was planning on getting Nars eyeshadow in Etrusque and this is close enough. Also, full size! :)

yes, awkward smile everyone! anyhow, I'm wearing the pigment in this photo and I  like the effect with black kohl.

Inlight Organic Daily Face Oil: never heard of this product before. It is a new concept: daily face oil (which I suppose to be used instead of a daily cream). I'm looking forward to try it but I'm a bit sceptical; main concern is to end up with shiny face. Full size, get in! :)

Weleda Pomegranate Regenerating Body Oil: I'm really excited about this one! I was planning to buy the cellulite oil so I can try this one first and see how it works - this is a firming oil and smells divine. I start repeating myself, but also full size!!!

Xen-Tan Deep Bronze Luxe in Dark: oh well, I don't care for self-tan much, I prefer to stay pale so I will probably try this on my body, instead of face. Sample size.