Balance Me: Skincare to combat mask wearing

I don't know about you, but since the UK lockdown was announced on 23rd March 2020, I've probably only wore makeup on about 3 occasions since then. Whilst my skin has definitely appreciated the break from the makeup, there's no doubt I look more tired and peely-wally than usual. With nobody to really see me, …

Native Unearthed charcoal deodorant balm review

During lockdown I've taken some time to start using a number of products I'd previously received in Birchboxes, partly down to the guilt of not using them and partly to ensure I'm using what I have before I embark on the laborious journey to the shops for what I might already have in a cupboard. …

My Winter Skin Saviour: Nordic-C Arctic Berry Cocktail

Now that the clocks have changed, winter seems to instantly be upon us. Living in Scotland, that means a sudden change in temperature, from mild, hitting-double-digits days to ice-cold mornings and cold, dark evenings. Since that seems to be the only time I'm out during the day (at least on weekdays) it definitely plays havoc …

Birchbox Advent Calendar: Week 3

So obviously advent ended over a week ago now, but seeing as it's been that time of year, we've been a bit preoccupied with all the festivities to share the last week of Birchbox goodies. Week 3 of my advent calendar has brought more treats, partly because it's actually 3 and a half weeks. I …

Birchbox advent calendar: week 2

Another week in December has flown by already, and with it I've had another great batch of Birchbox treats from my advent house. This week has seen another mix of practical and fun treats appear behind the drawers. Here's what I uncovered in the second week of advent: Amika soulfood nourishing mask If there's one …

Birchbox advent calendar: week one

First week of Advent calendar goodies! Now the first week of Advent calendar madness is over, we have a toddler that I think has gained about a stone (he has FOUR advent calendars. Much to my dismay!). But we also have a collection of great new beauty products, thanks to my Birchbox advent calendar. I …

My Top 5 Birchbox Makeup Finds

I've been signed up to Birchbox for over 2 years now, and every time I think about cancelling, they seem to send me a brand new product I love. Don't get me wrong, I have loads of stuff I probably will never use again (if I've even tried it yet!) but I've managed to discover …