30 Day Squat Challenge - Rest Day #2

 

Helloooo rest day number two! (day 8) I definitely didn't do the last three days properly... oops. I do feel that the squats are getting easier though. On Sunday I went into London with my mum so when I got back I was massively exhausted and only managed 40 squats because my legs were already aching from all the walking! On day 6 (Monday) I genuinely forgot to do the 75 squats... BUT, yesterday I did 80 squats and a few more to make up for Sunday & Monday. Think I did 100.

 

So yeah, not much to say except I kinda messed up, I think the bank holiday just made me forget about the whole thing until the last minute... definitely going to get back into it tomorrow.

 

I WILL have a toned behind. I will, I will...

 

xxx

Benefits They're Real Mascara Review

 

 

 

After finally getting my hands on Benefits They're Real Mascara I am super happy & impressed! It is probably the best mascara I've ever used. Before this I had never used any Benefits products but I've heard how good & long lasting they are. I have literally had my eye on this mascara for months; every time I took a little trip to boots and saw it in the queue I contemplated just buying it so many times but £9.50 for a mascara that's the size of my pinky finger I think just isn't justifiable. When I found out that Elle magazine was giving it away as a freebie (well... £4) it was my mission to find a copy! I did on Saturday & it felt like all my Christmases had come at once!

 

I must admit I don't really rate rubber/plastic mascara brushes but this is one exception. I find they don't really do the job and don't volumise as much as brushes that aren't rubber... I'm not exactly sure what the bristles on the end of the brush are for, I'm guessing bottom lashes and that's what I've been using them for. They do a good job of not looking too clumpy and spider-like. The picture above shows two coats which is fewer than any other mascara I wear. On the first coat volume & length is instantly added. I have found that the mascara isn't very curling which is where an eyelash curler would come in handy. Can I find my one anywhere? No... so I am yet to invest in a new one to see just how much curl I can get.

 

Overall, very impressed with They're Real Mascara. I will be very sad when its empty & I have to re-purchase because, lets face it... its not exactly cheap!

 

Have you tried Benefits They're Real Mascara? What are your thoughts?

xxx



New Bedroom - Wishlist #4

I am soon to be moving house and over the last few days have been lusting over some new bits I wish to buy for my new bedroom! There's quite a few so I decided to put together a little wishlist.

 

Decorative Photo Frames £5 each eBay.co.uk.

In my new bedroom I have a couple of shelves up and I know two or three of these photo frames will look really nice with some lovely pictures in. I love the shape & design of them, I think they're really arty and a bit vintage looking.

White Underbed Storage Box £8 IKEA.

I have a lot of "bits and bobs" (crap) so I know a couple of these boxes under my bed will really make amazing storage! Maybe for my ridiculous amount of shoes, or something random like belts & books?

Chest of 6 Drawers £85 IKEA.

This colour wood matches my bed perfectly - so obviously they're a must have! My new bedroom has built in wardrobe space and my current wardrobe is falling apart so its worked out perfectly? I just think a chest of drawers like this would complete my clothing storage.

Rug £9 IKEA.

OMG I love this rug! The print, the colours, the shape, everything! And £9? What a bargain!

 Female Floral Mannequin £28 Amazon.com.

The p&p for this is almost as much as the actual cost but omg I love it. I've wanted one for absolutely ages just for decoration or hanging my necklaces on. I love the floral print on this one and I even know where I'm going to stand her in my new bedroom!

Acrylic Makeup Organizer eBay.co.uk.

I featured a make up organizer like this in my last wishlist. I'm holding off getting one for now obviously because I am moving soon and it would seem silly to organise my make up and then pack it up? I love the size of this one and the drawers underneath would be perfect for my many mascaras that I don't ever throw away! (Not sure on the price because you can buy this as one piece or two separate pieces... I think its around £15.)

 

Hope you're all having a lovely Sunday! :)

xxx