Celebrity Slim Update & GIVEAWAY!!

I am now 4 and a half weeks into the celebrity slim diet plan and everything is going amazingly well.

I have now shifted 9lbs of lard and chunk and not only am I looking and feeling slimmer and fresher, my confidence is really growing by the day. I am starting to look and feel like the old me again :D

I don't get hunger pangs as I am allowed to snack in between shakes/meals and my food choices are much healthier than before - even my husband is noticing a difference as I used to eat everything in sight!! I did try and take some photos this week to try and document the weightloss but none of them turned out very good so they will have to wait until the next update.

Anyway, after my last couple of posts, Celebrity Slim's PR spotted them and got in touch asking if I would like some starter packs to give away. Since a few of you have shown some interest in the product I thought you might be up for winning a pack.

Celebrity Slim Starter Pack

Contains 14x55g (7 Day supply) Meal Replacement Shake Sachets in Assorted Flavours (4xChocolate, 2xCafe Latte, 2xVanilla, 2xBanana, 2xStrawberry, 2xCaramel), Shaker, Programme Guide, Diet Diary and 2 FREE soups. Everything you need to get started on the Celebrity Slim Programme!

I bought this pack to get me started on the diet. It's good to trial the product out to see if it's really for you. I now order my shakes and bars online from http://www.rowlandspharmacy.co.uk

I have 3 packs at the moment to giveaway but before you enter take heed of the following advice:

Celebrity Slim advise that the programme is not suitable for people under 16 years of age, or pregnant or breastfeeding women. The programme is also not suitable for anyone with a lactose intolerance or Type 1 Diabetes. For any other medical conditions, we recommend that customers see a GP before commencing the programme.

So all you need to do to win a pack is 1) follow my blog, and 2) leave a comment below with the words 'Ooh, I'd love a bit of cake!' and that's it!

The giveaway will close one week today at 12noon on Tuesday 18th May. All entrants will be put into a hat and picked at random.

Good Luck!

x

Topshop Make up

This week Topshop's own line of cosmetics hit the stores. There has been a lot of hype about this make up so as I was in town on Friday I thought I'd take a sneak peak.

My first thoughts on the line is that the packaging is cute and everything looks quite young and fresh in terms of shade choice, also price wise I find it very reasonable apart from the lipsticks which are priced at £8. There were many lipglosses, lip balms, and nail shades but I was only really tempted by the cream blushes and a face highlighter so came away with 3 purchases.
The packaging is pretty cute with it's polka dots and stars, I was even given a free make up bag which I thought was a nice touch.
From left to right, I picked up a cream blush in 'Neon Rose', face highligher in 'Sunbeam' and another cream blush in 'Pinch'.

Neon Rose is a bright pink with quite a peachy coral tone to it - perfect for summer. Pinch is a much darker pink which almost looks a little purple-ish before swatched. Blush is priced at a very reasonable £6 hence why I picked up 2. I really like both blushes, they have a cream to powder formulation which keeps them feeling light on the skin and easy to blend. I find the pigmentation of both very good, long lasting and also just as good on the lips as on the cheeks.

The highlighter I like on my skin with a hint of tan, any paler and it may not look so good. It is quite subtle on the skin though in comparison to my usual highlighter of choice, Mac Belightful. Still not sure if this is a product I really rate though and will need to test drive it a bit more before I make my final judgement.

I did a quick and easy FOTD with all the products today, wearing Neon Rose on the cheeks and Pinch on the lips.
It was quite difficult getting the camera to pick up these colours hence why I have posted a bit of a gaumy startled face - it just happened that this picked up the lip colour much better.So, that is my thoughts on the topshop line. Think I may even go back for some more of the blushes.

Anyone pick up anything different that I missed out on?

x

10 things i'm McLovin' ...

1. Bobbi Brown Eyebrightener pen (light bisque)
I've been using this before concealer instead of my usual BB colour corrector. I find the formulation much lighter and smoother for the under eye area but does a similar job to the colour corrector by disguising my dark circles.

2. Revlon Fantasy Lengths Eyelashes
Definitely my new fave in the eyelash department. The individual lash set is fantastic for creating a natural yet luscious full set of lashes. I need to stock up on these.
3. Aromatherapy Associates Fine Line Oil
Did a blogpost about this the other day. Loving it - makes my skin feel silky smooth and hopefully turning back the clock! *crosses fingers*

4. Laura Mercier Pistachio body cream
Smells amazing, glides on the skin like a dream and keeps my pins smooth smooth smooth.

5. Dermalogica Facials
For me there is no other better facial than a dermalogica face mapping. In the care of a good therapist they will analyse your face and cater your facial to nourish and suit the needs of your skin.

6. My new Vivienne Westwood Ring
An early anniversary gift from my husband. It is a subtler version for the McQueen skull ring that I lusted after in the Winter. This is slightly more delicate and feminine and hand crafted from frosted swarovski crystal.7. Topshop Blush
Topshop make up hit the shelves this week and the most exciting product for me is their cream blushes. They have a lovely cream to powder texture and look good on lips as well as cheeks.

8. Peg Leg trousers
Peg legs are the harem pants sophisticated older sister. I'm loving mine with a high waist, summer vest tops, bolero and wedges for chilled out house party vibes or summer lunching.

9. Clarins Mascara
Another thing I didn't expect to rate at all but has become a staple in my everyday make up bag. Originally a Christmas gift but is now a definite repurchase ... review coming soon.

10. Celebrity Slim
I'm still going strong on the celeb slim diet plan with 9lbs off after 4 weeks. Not only am I lighter but I feel much more confident in myself. It's amazing when your clothes feel too big and that can only mean one thing ..... SHOPPING SPREE!!

What are you McLovin'?

x

Eyeko Posh Polish

I know you are all probably fed up of seeing Eyeko plastered all over the blogosphere at the moment but I believe their new colours are really worth showing off, however, I will keep this quick.

I expected to hate this particular colour having been described as similar to OPI You don't know Jacques and the infamous Chanel Particuliere. In my mind, 'greige' isn't a colour I thought would suit my skintone or look remotely attractive. Well, I eat my words, cos I love it!Only 2 coats were required for an opaque finish and after 3 or 4 days there is still little chipping or tip wear which I find amazing.

What do you think of the greige phenomenon?

x

Aromatherapy Associates Fine Line Oil

Whenever I'm asked if I would like to try an anti-ageing product my brain wrestles with itself. On one hand I want to jump at the chance but on the other I never see the point - maybe my skin is still too young (not really) for it to work as I never notice much of a difference. Plus, I really don't want to mess about or experiment too much with my skincare routine - once I have it mastered I like to stick to it so not to encourage breakouts or a dull complexion.

However, when Aromatherapy Associates got in touch about their fine line oil I immediately said yes, for a couple of reasons:

First of all, it's a brand I really like. I mean, really, really like. I had only ventured into their bath & body oils courtesy of birthdays & other special occasions so for me it is a real pamper product.
Secondly, it was an oil. I have only tried cream anti-ageing products in the past and since I am always being reminded about the hydrating qualities that oils have to offer then it was only right to play guinea pig.

I followed instruction exactly when using this oil - I wanted to take it to it's maximum potential. It advises to apply after serum and before moisturiser ... so I applied my serum (Laura Mercier) then applied the oil (only a drop or 2) over my face, massaging in as I went, particularly concentrating on any areas I may have noticed the appearance of fine lines. I then went onto apply a moisturiser (MAC moisturelush or Nivea).

The oil contains African Plum, evening primrose and raspberry seed extracts, which are known for their moisturising and anti-oxidant effects, as well as patchoulie, ylang ylang, apple and raspberry seed oils to help natural collagen hence softening the appearance of fine lines.

On application, you can't help but notice the smell, it is very soothing, so perfect for a bed time ritual. After using for almost 2 months now, I am not sure if I see a difference in fine lines but my skin certainly does look and feel velvety smooth - in that sense, yes, I guess I do look more youthful and fresher. It has become a part of my evening routine after cleansing that is here to stay.

It costs £38.75 for only 15ml of this oil but a little goes a long way and 2 months in and I am nowhere near halfway through this bottle. This is definitely a re-purchase item and one I will recommend to all the other old hags in my life ;)

x

Toffs are careless ...

I may have done a silly thing while I was in London but right now just let me bask in the infatuation of my new Tom Ford Lipstick.

Yes, I spent 35 smackers on this. I tried to convince myself not to but the packaging was so pretty right down to the etching of Tom's initials on the lipstick itself... and after all it was my birthday - I was allowed to treat myself.

This new Tom Ford line carries 12 shades that Tom deems universally flattering to all women. I was stuck between 'Total Coral' (used in the promo pics) and 'Blush Nude' for at least 20 minutes but figured if I was going to spend the money on it I was going to take the one that would be used the most - Blush Nude. I used the cost per wear method - if I can wear it for every £1 it cost then it would be justified so that's 35 times I need to wear this lippie - watch me!

These beautiful lipsticks contain murumuru butter, soja seed and chamomilla flower oil - something that the SA quoted when I initially gasped at the price - this is obviously what we are paying for.

Is it worth it? Well, I don't know, it looks so damn pretty I still haven't swatched it never mind worn it!!

x

I am here!

Riding through the city on my bike all day
Cause the filth took away my licence
It doesn't get me down and I feel ok
Cause the sights that I'm seeing are priceless

Everything seems to look as it should
But I wonder what goes on behind doors
A fella looking dapper, and he's sittin with a slapper
Then I see it's a pimp and his crack whore

You might laugh you might frown
Walkin' round London town


Sun is in the sky oh why oh why ?
Would I wanna be anywhere else
Sun is in the sky oh why oh why ?
Would I wanna be anywhere else

When you look with your eyes
Everything seems nice
But if you look twice
you can see it's all lies

There was a little old lady, who was walkin down the road
She was struggling with bags from Tesco
There were people from the city havin lunch in the park
I believe that it's called al fresco

Then a kid came along to offer a hand
But before she had time to accept it
hits her over the head, doesn't care if she's dead
Cause he's got all her jewelery and wallet

You might laugh you might frown
walkin round London town

Sun is in the sky oh why oh why ?
Would I wanna be anywhere else
Sun is in the sky oh why oh why ?
Would I wanna be anywhere else

When you look with your eyes
Everything seems nice
But if you look twice
you can see it's all lies

Life, that's city life, yeah that's city life, that's city life
Life, that's city life, yeah that's city life, that's city life

:)