Etat Pur Micellar Cleansing Water

Hey everyone,

There has been numerous blog reviews of Micellar water and to be honest mines won't be much different. After following my favourite blogs for some time now, which have discussed Micellar water previously, I decided I had to jump on the band wagon and try it out.
The major brand that came out during my research was the Bioderma Crealine H2O Micelle Solution, this generally retails at £25 and can be only bought online. For a product I had never tried before I was quite reluctant to part with that much cash for something I may not like. I went back to my research and found one of the first Micellar waters to come out was from Etat Pur, a French company. So after some time spent looking at their website, and using their diagnostic tool, I placed my order.

As you can see this is not a great photo of the product, but its has been well used. I can safely say I have found one of my cult go-to beauty products. It is absolutely fantastic at removing all traces of make up, including my eye make up. The skin is left feeling clean and smooth, there's no stipped/dry feeling caused. Due to the fact that it is so good this is actually my third purchase from Etat Pur, I simply love it. In fact I have recommended it to everyone I know.
Have you tried micellar water? What brands have you tried?

xxx

Skinactive14

Hey everyone,

As part of my christmas gifts haul I was treated to some Skinactive14 Day cream. As a beauty product junkie I love trying all things new so I could not wait to get this on my face.

Skinactive14 Day is part of the Skin Doctors Cosmeceuticals range that hails from Australia. Cosmeceuticals are in Skin Doctors words are:

" Cosmetic products that include ingredients designed not only to enhance the apperenace but to also have a positive physiological effect at a cellular level."
"...Skin Doctore is not just another range of "fluffy moisturisers"  but rather cosmeceutical strength preparations formulated to make a real, visible difference to the appearance of the skin."

Skin Doctors state that for every skin problem they can provide a specific Skin Doctors solution. All you need to do is use their Prescription Tool found on their website.

Skinactive14 Intensive Day cream has been "...specifically formulated to help protect, prevent and treat the 14 universal skin problems resulting from daily skin stress, ageing and dehydration."
Skin Doctors claim that by using this cream the result obtained will be intense moisturising, anti-ageing and youth-boosting benefits for visibly younger looking skin.

In reality for me, I have loved using this cream. It feels quite thick on application, yet is absorbed into the skin quickly, thus addressing the dehydrated issue caused by lack of water intake and central heating being used constantly. My skin is left feeling smooth and my break outs have been at a minimum whilst using it. It will certainly be a cream that I will continue to use and repurchase when finished.
One thing is for sure, once I have a beauty brand bug I always check out all the other products in the range. I will be using the Prescription Tool to find out which products are be suited to my skin, I love tools like that, so exciting.
Have you tried a new beauty products recently?

xxx

Getting back into fitness.

Hey everyone,

Well yesterday I got back into fitness. After having over three weeks off, doing literally no form of exercise at all, I went back to class. It was exactly 49mins of punishing jumping, kicking, dancing and sweating and that was only a Zumba class.
As a fitness instructor I hold community based fitness classes, therefore having three weeks off was not ideal. I also had the maddening idea yesterday afternoon to introduce some new songs into my mix, not one of my best ideas. I would not say I have the greatest coordination, but with some concentration and practice I do get it, eventually. I therefore spent three hours, before class, practicing routines to new music. Needless to say I was sweating before I even got to class.
After class I always get a rush, more energy, and a positive feeling about myself. Not matter how much I have sweated, or what parts of my body are sore and tired I always feel that rush. The next morning is another matter, achy limbs is always a welcomed side effect and this morning was no different. It is not a good idea to push your body to the point where you cant move the next day, but the feeling of stretched muscles without pain is a pleasant feeling.
Once you get that first class over, it is always easier to get motivated to go back. So tonight I have another class which I am already fired up for. Wednesday night is my night off, but not this week, I have been eager to try a Metafit class and found one near me. Thuhrsday night I have another Zumba class and then Friday I have Pilates. Saturday is always a rest day for me but Sunday is always open for ideas whether is is a run/walk or a class or possibly even joining the gym.
So, what is your fitness regime? Are there any types of classes that you love and get that rush from?
If, by the end of the week I have not turned into a pile of jelly I may blog about how I feel 1 week down.

xxx

Chanel Coco Noir

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For years now I have been a huge fan of Chanel's Coco Mademoiselle, requesting it as a gift every birthday and christmas. There is always a scent that you connect with, that becomes your signature scent. Whenever I wear it I always feel more sophisticated, more alluring, even if I'm in my workout clothes. It is described by Chanel as:

" (A) Sexy, fresh Oriental fragrance recalls the irrepressible spirit of the young Coco Chanel. An elegant, luxurious spray closest in strength and character to the parfum form."

You can purchase this perfume from most good retailers at £91.50 for 100ml, thus the reason why I request it every year.
This year I noticed Chanel had launched Coco Noir. Even the packaging used made it appear more alluring, sexy and possibly more dangerous, I therefore had to have it.

It simply screams sophistication. It is, although, more difficult to purchase as only top department stores seem to stock it. For 100ml eau de parfum it retails at £106.00.
I was not left disappointed by Chanel's latest offering, it is simply devine. Chanel describle Coco Noir as:

"Magnetic and uncompromising, COCO NOIR revels a black that is intimate, seductive and intensely brilliant. Striking top notes of Grapefruit and Bergamont accentuate the floral accord, with Rose and Jasmine, while Indonesian Patchouli and Sandalwood add warmth"

I now find it a struggle to decide which scent I am going to wear, they both smell different but the overall effect on me is the same. Spraying on either perfume fills me with confidence, creates a feeling within me that I could be wearing anything and still feel good. In some aspects my reaction towards these perfumes is the same of a good coat, you could be wearing your oldest and tattiest jumper underneath but no one would know because of your fabulous coat. I think everyone woman should find a perfume like that, and also a coat like that. What is your signature scent?

xxx

Welcome 2013

Hey everyone,

Happy new year! Well like most people I made new years resolutions. Mines was to blog on here more often, I have no excuse as my gorgeous partner bought me a shiny new Samsung Chromebook for christmas.

Although, I do have to admit that it took me at least half an hour to fathom out how to upload photos from my iPhone onto this using wifi.
So what was your new years resolutions? Are you managing to stick to them? Or like me have you just started on them?
Not only did I state my intentions about blogging but I am also full of good intentions regarding fitness. I have my first Zumba class tonight, its going to be hard! Before the christmas holidays I was packing in three Zumba classes, one Pilates class and the odd run. So for the last three weeks all I have done is eat, drink and be merry, which means now I feel sluggish and the waistband has tightened considerably. I'm at the stage were I am looking forward to getting back into the routine. What exercise routines do you follow? What healthy eating plans are you following? If I'm not too sore tomorrow I will attempt to update you on my class tonight.

xxx