January Favourites ♡

Hello Everyone!

It feels like forever since I've put up my last blog post but I really have missed it. I decided to focus on my studies in January because I had my first set of mock tests which were really an eye-opener as I did nonstop revision for a whole 2 weeks. Hard work really pays off! 

As you can see from the title, I am going to share with you all the things I have been loving through the course of January. 

I recieved a Soap & Glory set for Christmas with all of their best selling products and I was really excited to try them out. One of my favourites was the "Scrub of your life" Body scrub which is a great polishing scrub without irritating your skin too much. Also, it has a really nice refreshing scent to it. It's a great size aswell so it will last you a long time.

Last month before I out on my mascara, I applied the Benefit "They're Real Tinted Primer" and it really helped with  seperation. It is brown in colour and when you use this on its own it  looks very natural. I definitely noticed the differnce when I didn't use this product because my lashes would clump together and not keep their shape.

I also coincidently got a 2 of the same Lush gift sets from my Mum and auntie in December and it came with a 100g bottle of Snow Fairy shower gel which is now my favorite ever Lush scent because it smells like bubblegum and it's a very sweet scent which I am instantly attracted to in any product. Shower time is now become an exciteable time because Snow Fairy is smells incredible. Love, Love, Love!

Finally I got myself hands on some Converse! I have been (and still am) obssessed with these bad boys and it is my mission to keep them as white and pristine for as long as possible. They go so well with most casual outfits which is great because they're really easy to slip on and off. I tend to tuck the laces underneath as they just look cleaner and cooler with the "no-lace look". Hopefully when I go to Florida in the Summer I can buy some high tops because I love the look of them just as much.

Although this mascara is on the pricey side, the product and packaging is absolutely amazing. It is the "YSL Mascara Volume Effect Faux Cils" and it is said to give a false lash effect and I think when you curl you lashes and put the benefit tinted primer on underneath, it does give the illusion of fake lashes. The wand is great for seperation, volume and gives a slight curl to my lashes. Incredible mascara!

This month I have been loving Bryson Tiller's music, especially his new album "TrapSoul". My favorite songs on the album is "Don't", "Been that Way" and "Exchange". I would say if you like RnB music, you should definitelly have a listen on Youtube when you have a chance.

Pretty Little Liars returned this Januray! I was over the moon because I had withdrawal symptons from the season finale because it finished on a rather big cliff hanger. Although the new season is 5 years time jump, the show has not got any more boring, it is as exciting as ever! Also, the liars all look stunning in the poster, don't you agree?

Thank you for reading! Let me know in the comments what your favourite thing has been this month and how has your new year's resolutions been going?

Reynaxox

2015 Favourites

Hello everyone! Hope you all had an amazing Christmas and enjoying your break from school. I am certainly making the most of the holidays by relaxing and having major netflix marathons! 

This year I have just been getting into makeup and this means watching endless makeup tutorials and beauty hauls on Youtube. So today I want to share with you all the products I have been enjoying this year.

Starting off with makeup, I think that this Seventeen Contour kit is amazing value for money. It gives you a dark yet soft bronzer aswell as providing you with a lovely subtle higlighter. The packaging is lovely as it comes with a huge mirror which is great for putting in your handbag. Definately going to repurchase :)

My holy grail concealer this year had got to be the Rimmel Wake Me Up concealer which is a more of a illuminating under eye and it also gives a slight shimmer. The consistency is lovely and creamy yet not too thick, very blendable. The only con about it is that the range has very limited colours and luckily classic beige is perfect for my skin.

This lipstick from L'oreal is a great shade for everyday use and suits many different skin tones. It is called "JLo's nude" from the color riche collection. It glides effortlessly on the lips as the consistency is lovely and smooth.  

 If you haven't heard about this mascara then you are certainly missing out! This is the Lash Sensational mascara from Maybelline, the waterproof version.  First of all, it is amazingly lengthing and applies very evenly, leaving no clumps at all! After hearing all the reviews from beauty gurus, I immediately purchased it and my eyelashes have now thanked me for it!

My two favorite hand creams of the year have been Soap & Glory's "Hand Food" and the Zoella Beuaty "Wonder Hand". Having disgustingy dry grannie hands, these two creams have saved my skin massively! Despite being incredibly moisterising, the refreshing clean smell of them makes it even nicer when applying.

My most favoruite bath product has been the "Luxury Lush Pud" from the Lush Christmas range. Yes, I know, I haven't been using it all year but I have fell in love with this bath bomb very recently. I just am hoping they never discontinue this bath bomb next Christmas!

I don't tend to use many products on my hair however in the colder months it is always good to inject a bit of added moisture into our dry hair. One product that I have been using for months and months is the Aussue Miracle Recharge Moisture Spray. As you can probably tell from the name, it's like a miracle to your hair after you spray this. Either on dry or wet hair, a few spritzes of this will change your dull hair into lovely shiny locks.

Lastly, my skincare favorites have been the Garnier Micellar Cleaning Water and the Clearasil SKin Perfecting Wash. To take off my makeup, I find makeup wipes very harsh and stubborn on my skin but now I use a Micellar water on a cotton pad, my skin has reacted very well to it. There are many skincare brands who now do this but going from reviews and personal use, Garnier's is the best.

I actually cannot rave about this face wash enough! Affordable, life changing, moistering...Just amazing! My skin isn't amazingly clear but after using this from about August to now, hardly any breakouts and I think it is down to this face wash! Obviously it will not be great for all skin types but I have a combined skin type and it works great. 

My TV favourite of the year has to be Pretty Little Liars, of course! Although I started at the beginning of the year, I completely binge watched on Netflix and I was blown away. I was ( and still am) obsessed with PLL and I am so excited for part 2 of season 6 in January!

Thanks for reading and I will see you in 2016!

As always, comments much appreciated and let me know your favotourite products from 2015 :)

Reynaxox

Autumn Adventures

After visiting Jephson gardens in Leamington Spa, I have a newly found love for the outdoors. I always had a soft spot for the great outdoors but sometimes it is nice to just reflect and really appreciate the beauty of the wildlife. And I definitely did when I came here. Although I love the city and the hustle and bustle of it all all, I found it really enjoyable to come to the Gardens becuase the scenery almost felt magical. 

I love this picture because you can see the sun peaking through clouds and the scene was so picturesque. Also, it sums up the weather this time of year when there is a chill in the air yet the sun is beaming down. We went for a pleasant stroll around the foresty areas and sat on the benches nearby, watching the boats on the river pass by. It's definately a really relaxing place to go with a good book or a perfect place for a jog!

After walking and working up an appetite, we stopped off at Cafe Nero in the city centre for lunch. I had a delicious Tomato and Mozerella panini and a White Chocolate Mocha. It was deeeelicious

I hope you enjoyed this post!

Thanks for reading and I really do appreciate every single comment :)

Reynaxox

What I Got For My Birthday 2015!

Hello Everyone!

Last weekend, it was my 14th birthday and I was spoilt rotten by by amazing friends and family. When it comes to people's birthdays, I am extremely nosy as far as presents are concerned; what people got and what they asked for so I hope you are just as curious!

(I am not trying to boast in any way, shape or form)

I mainly asked for money from my close family as it is the October half term holiday this week so I am planning a pretty huge shopping spree! I am so excited to pick up all the new products from the Halloween & Christmas Lush ranges. Would you guys like to see a Lush haul? However my friends and other family members got me some very sweet presents from Chocolate and Candles to Bath Bombs and Bed Socks!

Mugs

Oh my goodness how cute are these mugs?! Firstly this coral mug is the perfect size for a hot chocolate or tea and I am in love with everything about it. The quote is probably my favourite aspect of it because I am a huge daydreamer!

The second mug from Tesco is very cute and dainty mug, covered in a delicate floral pattern and it is slightly smaller than the coral mug.

Makeup

One of my closest friends bought be this "Seventeen Lip Crayon Collection" with 4 stunning and high pigmented colours. 2 are glosses and 2 are matte which are very useful set for everybdy's individual preference. I am sure that the Nude Glossstick will be gone very quickly!

How stunning is this eyeshadow palette from Maybelline? My heart starting pounding when I unwrapped this because I really wanted a nude eyeshadow palette with colours for everyday use. I highly reccomend this palette because it is only £10.99 and the colours are so pigmented for a drugstore product! 

Perfume

A stunning flirty scent for special occassions with understones of salty vanilla and fresh floral scents, this perfume is a rare perfume which I love. I have smelt it before I recieved it as a present which I was impressed how my Mum remembered! Also the bottle is super cute and overall it's a lovely product.

Beauty

"Wonder Hand",

"Fresh Fizz" 

"Lace collar coin purse"

I can't tell you how excited to see an array of Zoella products sitting in the gift bag when my Best friend handed me this! The colours and design of the packaging is absolutely beautiful. The lid of "Wonder Hand" is Rose Gold... Ahhh! Just a wonderful range of products and the scent of the Fizz bar has undertones of blueberry and acai as it it part of the "Tutti Fruity" collection. However, the hand cream is the original fresh scent.

Strawberry is a lovely smell for all times of the year and in this trio comes with a minature shower scrunchie, body wash and body butter. Lovely!

My very generous friend got me a "Think Pink" lush bath bomb (Smells Amazeballs), a box of bath fizzers and a mini candle scented with Peppermint and Eucalyptus. A very fresh and invigorating scent for such a tiny candle! My future baths are going to smell freaking fantastic!

Some very adorable pieces of New look jewlery and a Vanilla mini bag with a Body Spritz and a Body lotion which slightly too sweet in my opinion because the vanilla is the only aspect in the scent. It comes in a lovely jade green bag perfect for a essential makeup bag :)

Others

As soon I took this picture, being the chocoholic I am, scoffed down every last piece of chocolate. If you ever see the Lindt Cookies & Cream chocolate anywhere, PICK UP ONE! I think have now discovered my holy grail chocolate because it tastes lush! You may think I'm crazy but I cannot rave enough about this chocolate enough its amazing. 

The notebook is also super cute and I will definately be using this for school and note taking  in class.

Last, but not least, are these fluffy bed socks from Next. I'm sure on those chilly Winter nights these ultra cosy socks will come in handy!

Thank you everyone for my amazing presents. I really want to know "What has your favoruite birthday present been ever?" I really appreciate all your comments and I will return the favour!

Reynaxox

My Fav Beauty Youtubers!

Our Favourite Beauty/Fashion Youtubers!

Heya everyone! Before we get onto the subject of these very beautiful 12 ladies, we want to thank you (yes you reading!) a massive THANK YOU on 1,300 pageviews! It's an amazing thing for us because we just started out early on this year and to be honest we didn't think people would actually want to read our blog! And thank you to our 5 lovely followers who have taken the time to follow! 

Now it's time to stop blabbering on... We love beauty gurus on Youtube and it's time that we tell you who our favorites are and why! These aren't in order because how in the world can we pick?! Let us know in the comments who your favourites are :)

 

1. Zoella (Zoe Sugg)

My absolute favorite out out these 10 beauty vloggers... Zoe! She's bubbly and kind and likeable! Not to mention her makeup and hair is always on point. Her vlogs are so enjoyable and I can't wait for Vlogmas! And attention all fangirls but isn't Zoe launching her new beauty range soon? We can't wait!!!

Subscribers: 5.9 million

2. Tanya Burr

Everybody loves Tanya Burr's cutesy manner and she has a real talent for makeup! Her tutorials are easy to follow and definitely the kind of pick-me up you need at the end of a long day!

Subscribers: 2.4 million

3. Velvetgh0st(aka Gabby or Gabriella Lindley)

The gorgeous Gab will make you hooked to her videos! Warning if you subscribe to her because she (and her videos thumbnails) are so addictive!  Gabby's more chatty videos are worth a watch especially when she gives us a sneak peak at her AH-MAZING voice! Seriously, she needs to release an album :)

Subscribers: 347,500 thousand

4. Bethany Mota

Her videos consist of DIY projects, hair, makeup, fashion and everything inbetween! She never fails to put a smile on our faces. Since making her Youtube Channel in 2009, she has launched her own fashion line, her own bedroom range and gone on multiple tours and meets her fans which she calls "Motavators." What a cute name for a fanbase!

Subscribers: 7.3 million

5.Niomi Smart

After lurking in the backround of many of the British Youtubers' vlogs, Niomi Smart finally started a Youtube channel early on this year.After 6 months and 28 videos later, Niomi has gained a phenomenal 785,300thousand subscribers! She uploads fashion and beauty videos and we predict she will be very big in the future!

Subscribers: 785,300

6.MissGlamorazzi (Ingrid Nilsen)

Quirky, cute and glamourous- 3 words we would use to describe "Miss Glamourazzi" better known as Ingrid. 

Subscribers: 2.9 million

7.Sprinkleofglitter (Lousie Pentland)

Aloha Sprinklearinos!

Subscribers: 1.6 million

8.BeautyCrush

Subscribers: 1.3 million

9.Tess Christine

Subscribers: 965,500 thousand

11.ThePerisanBabe

Subscribers: 212,400 thousand

12. Luxy hair (Mimi)

Subscribers: 1.9 million

  

We hope you enjoyed this post! Comment below which youtubers are your favourites and post suggestions! Byeeeeeeeeeeee :) x

Pamper Evening Routine and Essentials

Pamper Routine and Essentials!

Hello everyone its R!

In this post I am going to talk about all the different products I like to use when I have a pamper evening! "Pamper evening you say? Why what on Earth is that?" Well my friends, if you've had a really busy or hard day and you've come home feeling rubbish and lazy then you just want to relax or if you just want some "me" time. When you just want a couple of hours to yourself and completely relax! I often have pamper evenings once a week and its now part of my weekly routine.

Firstly I like to start everything by getting into my pyjamas and listen to some music (or more likely, watching youtubers) whilst my bath is running. Baths are just perfect for relaxing especially when the candles are on the lights are dimmed and its just you and nobody can disrupt you! Now I know some of you are shower people and would rather take a nice shower so go ahead! Personally, I am a bit in between because I can be so lazy in that I won't be bothered to wait for the bath to fill up! But having said that baths are very therapeutic and more effective for relaxing.

Once my bath was full (not to the top!!!) I poured some of my Ted Baker Bath Foam in followed by my Space Girl Lush bath ballistic bomb. And can I say wow it looked pretty amazing! I lighted some candles to set the mood. Before I got into the bath I got my simple face cleansing face wash and applied it to my face to get rid of any makeup and to open up my pores.

In the bath, I used the Ted Baker body scrub which has a very refreshing smell. So by this time I was completely chilled out with my candles lit, my body scrubbed and the bath smelling AMAZING! I would usually read my book in the bath but as it was summer holidays I tend to get very lazy so I don’t read so I pulled out my tablet (Samsung Galaxy Tab 2, 10”). The last thing you want is to drop it in the bath so I suggest that you use it over the side of the bathtub. Recently I have been quite addicted to Kim Kardash Hollywood... Don’t judge! I think I’m on the C list right now. Not bad you’re thinking to yourself hehe.

Once you’re done I would usually drain the bath whilst standing in the bath with the shower on to shampoo your hair. Basically just having a normal shower but standing in the bath! I tend to change my shampoo and conditioner quite a lot but today I’m used the Alberto Balsam in Sun Kissed Raspberry. Very good for making your hair smell nice and lush. After my quick hair wash I applied the Moroccan argan oil hair mask all over from root to tip on towel dried my hair.

I evenly spread the passion fruit body butter (from body shop) all over my body and the smells are just to die for (not literally). I recommend the passion fruit body butter because of the heavenly smell! After 10 minutes I washed out the hair mask over the bath and it was face mask time!  Woo hoo! No Pamper evening would be complete with one of these bad boy face masks! I used the Montagne Jenesse Manuka Honey peel off and  left it on for 20 minutes and in the meantime I listened to Ariana Grande’s amazing new amazing album My Everything which I am pretty addicted to right now and go have a listen to it!  

I hope you enjoyed my pamper evening routine! comment if you enjoyed this post and your pamper evening essential products. I will see you soon! Bye!

Creamy lilac bath from the space girl bath bomb Ahhh :)