daily cleansing routine

My skincare routine I do on a daily basis when I am not too tired and just grab a face wipe!

First steps first i always take my make up off before i cleanse just to make sure its all off and feel extra refreshed, the product i go to for that is, surprise surprise, the Garnier Micellar water, i am currently stocked up on this product for the next few months, the bottle lasts a while so its not one that you have to spend loads on every few weeks, if like me, you find this is your staple product them they also do a 700 ml that i tend to stock up on also the travel size fr times im not at home.

 I find this product completely refreshes my face, I wouldn't say it 100% cleans my skin but i can happily go to bed just using this product as it does a very god job! Its very refreshing and very gentle on your skin, another great point is it actually takes your eye makeup off (even waterproof!).

I then go in with cleanser, which i am currently using Liz Earle cleanse and polish. I have used this product for a very long time because it does the job, i wouldn't say its amazing but its lovely and creamy which keeps your skin moisturised and soft but definitely greasy, i like the fact it kinda strips your skin in good way without it feeling dry, that's how clean you feel!

Most days i will use one of my two favourite exfoliators depending on what im feeling. I have loved them both for a long time and i think I've got to the point where i am very comfortable with them at the moment so i haven't recently branched out. They are both very cleansing and leave your skin feeling super soft. The Garnier Pure Active Blackhead scrub is a harsher scrub so i tend to use this when i need a skin detox, whereas the Garnier Pure Active 3-in-1, so its a mask, scrub and wash in one but i only really use it as a scrub, its clay based so i find its quite gentle and the beads are quite fine.

After all of that i use the Liz Earle Instant Boost Skin Tonic Spritzer which i have only recently used for the past few months, its a great product to use during my makeup routine to spritz on my beauty blender as i go also when im finished to keep that radiant look on my skin. If you are anything like me and hate the feeling of your makeup drying through out the or starting to feel a tad uncomfortable then this mist is great for refreshing your skin and hydrating it.

Megan x

My travel bag

As I am currently on my way to Plymouth and I am changing trains in London.
I thought I would write a post about some travel bits and bobs.
My bag is very different on a day to day basis than from when I travel.

Travelling around London, although a very lovely thing to do, can be very unhygienic with the amount of people around.

First things first, hand

sanitiser or hand wipes especially if you are catching a tube or bus its a must.

Ear phones and magazines is another essential although being in London is very time consuming there can be a lot of travelling so its a good way to keep yourself occupied.
Snacks.. Whether you are working, shopping or have errands to run it's always best to have something in your bag to munch on in case you are too busy to stop.. We don't want to be getting light headed now do we?

I will definitely recommend for those who are staying the night or for a few... TAKE A SUITCASE! I will tell you now that you will hugely regret not taking something with wheels, getting to and from your hotel or if your accommodation doesn't look after your bag while waiting to check in/out... Your whole body will thank you, I mean you're quite lucky if you are staying with family.

Dry shampoo and minimal makeup bag is a must for me, I always take my normal over sized make up bag but I like to have a smaller one with essentials in just in case I feel gross and need a top up. Saying that I would say face wipes is and essential if you are a makeup wearer for the fact that I know how cakey your face can feel after you've been sat on a train, plane or car for a while.. a face mist would help also to re-hydrate.

I'm pretty sure I've forgot a few little things that you just chuck in your bag and forget about!

Happy travelling! 

Meg x

Take some time

Time is such an important thing, i mean if you think about it 365 days for a year is barely anything.
We all know it goes fast but i don't think we actually realise when we are sat scrolling through Facebook and instagram and all of a sudden an hour has past by, or when you realise its Monday again and all you've done is work all week.
  Obviously in a ideal life we'd have a job we love so it doesn't feel like work, with enough time to spend with friends and family but still have enough time to do all the things we've longed to do.

I think I need to stop wasting time and start making the most of it.
Starting your day early, i find really helps, its not something we all want to do and its not stopping you from having a lie in but if you have started your day early and spent it well until the evening when you finally get home or get to sit down it can really elongate your day and you will feel like you've crammed so much in one day when really you've just spent the day busy instead of watching Loose Women and Jeremy Kyle.

Planning in advance can make a world of difference, whether its weeks or days it helps bring to your attention how much time you have or when you're free, Although planning is a very good idea i am definitely one for spontaneity, even if you can't quite afford to board a plane to anywhere in the world, or drop everything you have to do that day to get in the car and drive away, one thing i find that's kinda fun to do is plan to get up early one morning, get ready and leave the house, get in car or start walking whether this be on your own, a friend or partner and just pick somewhere, anywhere where you've wanted to go or something that you've wanted to do for a while.

It can make a world of difference making the most of your time and stop worrying about the little things.

Meg x

classic neautrals

Classic nude spring shades

A few neutral shades to give your look a freshly polished look. Sometimes its
great to pair them with a bold outfit instead of having colour in every aspect of your
outfit.

Nails Inc - Uptown £13.50

Revlon Colourstay gel envy 535 Perfect Pair £6.99

Nails Inc - Alexa Cashmere £13.50

Rimmel Salon Pro 237 Soul Session £4.49

Nails Inc - Basil Street £13.50

Seventeen Gel Colour Mocha-Tini £3.99