Hey strangers!
It's been so long since I last had the time so sit down and blog. Since starting my PGCE, I've barely had time to go shopping, let alone write about the things i've bought! If any of you are thinking about becoming a teacher, just be warned, it's so much more work than you could imagine, third year was a doddle compared to this, but the end result will be so worth it!
Anyway, to crack on, I thought I would write an October favourites post for you!
Ok, so I know that Autumn is in full swing now, but judging from my favourites and most used products this month, you wouldn't think so. It's a bit pink isn't it? I admit I'm trying to hold on to the summer for as long as possible, and as I type the sun from the window is beating down on my back, so I think my holding onto Summer is justified!
So cracking on, my first product is a Body Shop Body Butter. I've had this in my stash for ages now but have avoided bringing it into my rotation until now as it has two compartments, one for normal and one for dry skin. During the summer this isn't a problem for me, but now that the nights are getting earlier, my skin is in need of a deeper moisturise. One side of the pot contains a lighter, yet still luxuriously creamy butter, while the other side houses a butter so thick that you just know it's doing your dry bits some good! The fragrance of this is what initially drew me to it. Sweet Pea. My Grandma used to grow sweet pea in her garden when I was younger and the smell is out of this world. If you like fragrances on the more floral end of the spectrum, this is for you! There's just something so girly and summery about sweet pea and it's taken me into Autumn with fond memories of the summer.
I got the Lush Bubblegum Lip Scrub as a birthday present from my sister last month, and honestly, the amount I use it you'd think I'd have no lips left! It's the most girly, bubblegum scent imaginable and tastes amazing too!...I may have 'accidentally' put more on my lips than needed just to lick it off!
I've had this Calvin Klein Lipstick since earlier this year and it generally lives in my handbag as a general lip product that's easy to apply quickly throughout the day, however recently has become more of a staple within my routine. It's such a subtle, nude pink colour that has the most glossy and nourishing feel to it - definitely an underestimated product in my collection!
Everybody needs a good hair oil. I have been applying this Miracle Oil religiously after I wash my hair. It has taken precedence over all other hair products and is something I literally can't live without at the minute! If you're looking for a hair oil but don't want to break the bank, this alternative to Argon Oil retails at only £3.99 from Aldi. Bargain!
I have a constant love affair with this Revlon Matte Blush in Rose Rapture. Even when I don't use it for a while, i'll always come back to it. (Can you tell from how 'loved' it looks?) It creates a subtle, matte pink flush to the cheeks and I've found it perfect for the transition from Summer to Autumn make up.
Ahh Soap and Glory. I've been after a good foot cream to save my feet from the winter blues. I often neglect my poor tootsies during the colder months, covering them in fluffy socks and stuffing them inside boots, but this year I decided to make sure that I looked after them all through the winter, and after hearing rave reviews on this foot cream, I went for the S&G offering; Heel Genius. So far, the green coloured cream has sorted out a particularly dry patch on my heel (nice), and kept my feet feeling soft and supple. I've heard that you can use this as a foot treatment to wear overnight, but I'm yet to try this...
My Tangle Teezer has been put through it's paces this last month. Rain, wind and shine have taken it's toll on my locks, but thankfully, the Teezer has lived up to it's name, and I no longer dread having to battle a brush through my hair at the end of the day!
Finally, we have another Body Shop offering. I've been getting a really oily t-zone as of late, and my whole skincare routine has been targeting keeping that oil at bay. (I researched oily skin and good news girls, we're less likely to get wrinkles! Yayyy!) I started using this Tea Tree Pore Minimiser as a primer. The tea tree in the product helps to combat spots - a constant problem with skin on the oiler side, whilst the product itself is mattifying. So far it's working really well, and helps keep shine at bay for a good part of the day.
What have you been loving this month?
