IPL the Lumea way – Week 1

So a while ago I bought a Phillips Lumea, looking to wonders of investing in no more shaving or getting my bits out for a poor beautician to wax my fuzzies! However after using it for a while it kinda just sat in the box, so what with spring around the corner and with the…

Simple, soothing and a bargain

So we all know it’s Spring, so what better time to change-up your skin care routine? it’s not quite time to throw away those heavy moisturizer as we know at this time of year the weather is variable to say the least. But it may be worth looking at some new additions to skin regime….

Go nude for Spring!

So I have this week off work, and after yesterday and the day before clearing the garden, taking things to the tip etc I decided to have a day off and a spring time pamper, as if I am honest I have REALLY been letting myself go, days of hoodies and no make up can…

Time for tea? – by the light of my lamp yes!

When I moved into my new home I was certain of one thing, I would decorate my house my way and hang everyone else. Now as you are probably aware I have a bit of a thing about Alice in Wonderland, not the Disney version but the traditional version and i wanted to bring a…

Ship Inn Langstone – Local but welcoming

So another evening another date, and this time at the Ship Inn in Langstone. Now I always try to find a place that is easy to get to and to park so this seemed like the ideal place to go with lovely sea views. http://www.shiplangstone.co.uk/ They Say: A nautically-themed Fuller’s gastro-pub by the coast in…

Skin Detox? – Apparently so!

So on my bargain hunting as you may well be aware I stumbled across Skin Chemists, usually prices at well over £100 a pot for some bargain prices. This one at £19.99, you may also know that I am a sucker for serums. So when this came up I just couldn’t say no! Skin Chemists…

Smoked Paprika Humous – All in a blast

I love humous, I keep buying it forget its there and it then goes off with those awful air bubbles and rancid taste. However this recipe is so easy to whizz up you will never need to buy store-bought humous ever again. You will need: 1 can of chickpeas washed and drained 2 tbsp of…

Can a 99p mascara beat Elizabeth Arden?

I won’t mind admitting to you I am mascara picky, for years I stuck with Clinique and then reluctantly moved on to: Elizabeth Arden Ceramide Lash Extending Mascara 7ml RRP: £13.70 allbeauty.com They Say: This mascara contains ceramide triple complex (Ceramides 1, 3 and 6) plus vitamins to help reinforce and restore lashes’ natural protective…

Fall down the rabbit hole for high tea

Everyone who knows me knows I love something wonderful and whimsical and the more Alice related the better, so when my eyes fell on this I just couldn’t say no! Wonderland Eat Me Cake Stand RRP: £19.99 truffleshuffle.co.uk They say: Inspired by the darker side of fairy tales and fantasy, this whimsical ‘Wonderland’ gift collection…

Instant Facelift? Make up your mind…

Well I just couldn’t say no to this. Reduced from £145 to £16.99 in TKMAXX. But having a look around you can pick it up usually for around £45 Instant Facelift 30ml RRP: £145 They say: Instant Facelift is a groundbreaking formula that aims to lift and tighten the skin, ironing out fine lines and…

Luxury for your hair – without the cost

Whilst out bargain hunting for a hair product, serum or oil to help with dry broken hair I was in a discount store and came across this: Biotin & Collagen Hair Treatment Oil 50ml RRP £1.99 They Say: This luxurious conditioner has been specially formulated using a blend of vitamin B7 Biotin and Collagen to…

Cams Mill Fareham – Cosy Country but food a let down

So when I got asked on a date, one of the most exciting things I like, is not only meeting someone new, but going somewhere new. So when Mr X suggested here I thought great why not! http://www.camsmill.co.uk/ They say: A beautiful recreation of the tidal mill that stood here 100 years ago, Cams Mill…