Welcome to Christmas!! X

Welcome to christmas everyone!!!!

From the start of December I will be doing BLOGmas!!! 

A blog post EVERY day! Possibly even a couple of videos :)

Be excited!

Love you all

X

October favourites!! X ♥

Hey my lovelies,

Its been a while but I hope you are all doing ok :)

There are a few nail products this month x

So...

October favorites 2014 

  1. Leighton Denny - Crystal nail file

- I have the small version, that comes in its own aluminium case.

- This is the most amazing nail file and can be used in a back and forth motion, not only one direction like other files and emery board.

- Also when bought directly from Leighton Dennys' site or QVC comes with a 25 year guarantee on the surface of the file, so if it stops working. Not if you drop it or it breaks.

- Also seals the nail to stop water penetration and peeling or splitting of the nail.

How to use: Use in a back and forth motion, and watch the nail turn to dust.

Buy here (Leighton denny site) - £12.50 free delivery 

2. O.P.I. Nail envy (original)

- Nail strengthener , Uses protein and calcium to help strengthen and harden weak and brittle nails.

- It helps my nails look amazing and healthy and helps them to grow!!


How to use: Take off all nail polish, paint on 2 thin layers as a base coat, then either put on a colour or not. Then paint 1 coat on every other day for a week, even over a colour. After a week take it off and start again.

Buy here (boots) - £18.65 free order and collect until 24th Dec. Also on a 3 for 2.

3. Naturally Radiant Glycolic overnight peel (superdug)

- Although the idea and sound of a peel may sound scary and painful, this product at this price is amazing!

- Awakens skins natural glow

- Improves skin tone and texture

- Provides a brighter more youthful complexion

How to use: "Apply a pea-sized amount with fingertips to a freshly cleansed face at night, avoiding the eye area. Leave on overnight and wash off in the morning" Follow in the morning with an SPF.

Buy here (superdrug) - £5.99 - free delivery over £10 - superdrug naturally radiant buy 1 get 1 half price

4. O.P.I. nail laquer - (Charged up cherry)

- A lovely bright pink shade but also has a "creaminess" 

- Goes on very smooth 

- Has a great brush, that is wide

- Chip resistant

- High gloss

Buy Here (debenhams) - £11.50

5. Liz Earle Cleanse and polish - Hot cloth cleanser

(more in depth review to follow)

- This cleanser has a 2 phase system

1 - the cleansing, the creamy rich texture uses cocoa butter to help moisturise and smooth the skin so there is no dryness or tight feeling after. 

2 - the polishing, polish off the cleanser using the muslin cloth to gently remove dead skin cells and help reveal clean and radiant skin.

- 1 cleanser for every skin type!!

- This cleanser has won over 100 awards!!

How to use: 
1 - massage 1 or 2 pumps onto dry skin over face and neck twice a day.
2 - Rinse the pure muslin cloth in hand-hot water and wring out before gently wiping off the cream. rinse and repeat.

Buy Here (Liz Earle) - £14.75 - for 100ml pump and 2 muslin cloths



I hope you have enjoyed my 5 monthly favourites :)

♥

Autumn and winter nail varnishes!!!

My autumn and winter nail varnishes!!! 

                                

(From left to right)

1.

- Dark pink shade, perfect for that pop of colour!! 

- RIMMEL Lycra pro (402 urban purple)

2.

- Taupe colour, dark nude

- RIMMEL Lycra pro (341 chic and cheerful)

3.

- Very dark purple shimmer shade, great for a strong nail look,

- O.P.I. (Lincoln park at midnight)

4.

- Very dark red with a hint of purple, almost a dark berry shade,

- REVLON (570 in VIXEN)

5.

- Light taupe creamy shade, the perfect natural nude

- MAYBELLINE COLOR SHOW (Mauve kiss)

6.

- Creamy grey, concrete colour

- MODELS OWN (Mushroom)

All can be bought from either Boots or Superdrug!

Keep an eye out for my September favourites soon!!

Love to you all,

Coffee - mumma

x

Happy Wednesday!! X

Morning,

Just a quick reminder on my TWITTER!!

Where I post more snippets of my life :) 

@jeskerbaby

Loves,

Coffee - mumma

X

Motivation Monday 3!! x

Hey my lovely people,

Happy Monday!!

Today's post is on a video I came across on YouTube by Gary Turk and I think we are all affected by this,

I think we are so lucky to be in a world and time where so many things are possible and we can be in contact with people, pretty much 24/7. This is a benefit sometimes, but other times I think we miss opportunities and miss a smile on a human face and that general interaction face to face. I hope that we can all find that happy medium and remember the times before "wi-fi" and smartphones.

So.. Remember to take time out and chat to someone new, face to face. Even a smile can mean so much to someone. 

You don't know the pain and hurt in people's hearts,

Get out there!!!

Love you lots,

Keep smiling,

Coffee-mumma

X

Motivation Monday 2!! xx

Morning again,




Once again its Motivation Monday,

Today's quote is very small but something ALL of us can live by as we are all guilty of doing it!!

"Stop wishing.

Start doing."

Just make today, the 11th of August 2014, the day you make the change from wishes to plans and actions!!

Stay happy, smile, because you are AMAZING!!

Lots of love and hugs,

Coffee - mumma

x

Twitter - @Jeskerbaby 

(Picture and quote found at http://picsndquotes.com/quotes/motivational-quotes-pictures/)

Be happy :) x

Hey my loveliessss,




So today is motivational monday!! 

I will be posting motivational quotes, pictures and thoughts every monday :) 


My friend came up with this,

"Forget the negatives of the past,

and look to the positives of the future" 

Keep smiling,

Love,

Coffee-mumma

x

June favourites!! x

Hey my lovelies,

So my this is my first favorites post and I will do them every month,

A basic over view of the items and products i'm loving and then in depth reviews of some of the products throughout the month,

So...

JUNE favorites 2014 

1. Witch naturally clear anti-blemish BB cream

- includes natural witch hazel to combat and prevent breakouts

- Fragrance and oil free

- Can be used instead of moisturizer and/or foundation

- Helps keep skin clear

- Great for summer/hot weather as its light and non cakey

- SPF 15

How to use: Apply all over the face with fingers,sponge or brush.

£6.99 from Boots buy here

2. Soap and glory thick and fast mascara (superjet black)

- Includes a big thick brush for easy volume

- Only need 1 coat for daytime and maybe 2 for an evening look

£10 from Boots buy here

3. Frizz ease serum (original)

I have a whole blog post on this product and the regime but its in my favorites because;

- Quicker drying time

- Adds shine but not greasy

- Tames flyaways 

£6.29 from Superdrug buy here

4. Maybeline Matte maker - mattifying powder (20 nude beige)

 - Instantly absorbs oil, moisture and shine

- Blends really easily

- Cheap/ very good value

£3.99!! from Boots buy here

5. Rimmel exaggerate waterproof eye definer (261 Noir)

- Automatic retractable pencil

- Built in smudger and sharpener

- Waterproof

- 10hr wear

- Soft and easy to blend

- After blending it  "sets" and stays put

- Not tricky to remove with make up remover

£3.99 from Boots buy here

So I hope you liked this months favorites and if there is anything you would like me to try then let me know,

Twitter - @jeskerbaby

love you all,

Coffee - mumma

x

- All of these things were purchased with my own money, I am not affiliated with anyone.

Just a quick message :) x

Morning lovelies,

Just wanted to let you all know my favourite instant coffee at the moment :) 

You can make it to the strength that you desire and also isn't expensive :) 

I have it with green/ semi skimmed milk and 1 sugar,

I know it says espresso but you don't only have to use it for that,

Anyway,

More blog posts coming up!!

Love to you all,

Coffee - mumma 

X

Yes I went AWOL again... Grrr x

Hey beautiful people,

Bet you thought I'd given up..

Well no,

However,

My laptop is no more and my Internet is still not sorted so this is being written on an iPod with my phone as a hotspot, (not the greatest of connections)

Plus side, my house is looking like a home :) and my baby turned 3!! 3!!!!

I have filmed some videos to be uploaded when I have sorted a laptop out. So it may mean 3 go on at once.

Anyway,

How is everyone??

Hope your all still here :)

I have really missed blogging and since I have been trying out new products there will be lots of reviews, pictures and posts.

Speak very soon, 

Have fun, be happy and enjoy the sun :D

Much love,

Coffee-mumma

X

I'm backk..!! X

So then my loveliess,
Massive update,
1 - I have moved house (over 2 weeks ago actually) and I am in the middle of chasing up the internet people to finish installing it.
2 - I have a lot of new products to try out and review! = happy times!
3 - I will be doing regular videos now, so that is exciting :)
4 - And lastly, my baby boy is turning 3 in May. Arghhh! Not such a baby anymore!!
I hope you are all well and happy that my blog is back!
Lots of love,
Coffee - mumma
X

Moving house!! X

Morning lovelies :)

Hope you are having a good Monday (not quite sure if that's possible to be honest)
Moving day tomorrow and I can't wait until its all over. So much to do!! I wish I could just click my fingers and have moved into the new house, sitting on the sofa with cup of coffee. But no! :)

Love you all,

Coffee-mumma,
X

Update :) x

Hey beautiful people,

Been rather busy lately,
I'll be moving house Tuesday :) - YAYY!! (its been a long wait)

So I won't have internet for blog posts :( but I will store them up :D x

I also just want to say how grateful i am for people reading this, it's always good to know that people are interested in this and what i'm doing. This blog seems to be doing very well and i hope to take it further.

New post up tomorrow!!

Speak tomorrow,

Coffee-mumma
X

Tweet-Tweet - Just a reminder x

Morning guys,

Hope you're having a really nice relaxing sunday :)

Just a quick note to tell you about my twitter again,

@jeskerbaby

I post things more often on there and you can get to know me a little bit better!!

Happy Sunday,

Love,

Coffee - mumma
X

LIZ EARLES' Bergamot and Ginger body lotion - Small Review! x

Evening my lovelies :) x

First of all this bergamot and ginger body lotion was a free 15ml sample from their new bath and body range. It was put in with my last order when I ordered a face mask. I mentioned it in my superdrug and Liz Earle haul post.

I wasn't expecting too much from a free sample. But on opening the pack I was shocked at how thick the product actually is while still being light :)
Even though the product is very thick it seems to sink and absorb into the skin and go a long way.

The only downside is that i am not too keen on the scent / fragrance.
But that is nothing against the product as it is lovely!!
( I will be using the rest of this sample as hand cream :))

Purely out of curiosity I then looked up the price of this product. (£14.50)
I don't actually think that's bad for a premium, 97% naturally derived product.
However... I wouldn't use this body lotion willy nilly. I would savour it for special occasions and girly pamper nights.

So that is my baby review :)

Now I have had a chance to try out the cleanser and radiance balm from superdrug that will be coming up in a couple of days!!

Love you all,

Coffee - mumma
X

Just a quick note :) x

Hey gorgeous,

This is just a quick note to say happy mother's day to all the mummies out there,

I have had such a lovely day today with my little boy and my mummy, and the weather makes it even better :D x

Even if you aren't a mummy i hope you had a lovely day, and get excited for more reviews coming up this week.

Stay safe, stay happy and SMILE!

X

Love to you all,

coffee - mumma
x

Small Haul, Superdrug and Liz earle :) x

Hey Beautiful :)

Superdrug and Liz Earle haul,

Yesterday, I took a trip to Superdrug again, after I was really quite impressed with the Superdrug Radiance eye cream.

Their radiance skincare collection was still half price so I picked up the "Naturally Radiant Brightening hot cloth cleanser" Which I have heard a lot about, and being a Liz Earle Cleanse and Polish girl I thought I would try it out

.

And their "Brightening Radiance Balm" Which also seems to have good reviews and some compare it to another radiance balm from a premium skincare range.

Both of these products were £2.98 and usually priced at £5.99.

You can buy both of these products here - SUPERDRUG

While I was in Superdrug I happened to pass all the nail varnishes - Yay!! 

And noticed  "Andrea Fulerton Glitter Puff Dusts & Overcoat" for only 70p!!!

I have since looked on the website and the price on there was £4.49 so it may be best to look in your local superdrug shop.

And by the time I was home my Liz Earle package was waiting for me :)

I ordered a trial size of their "Deep cleansing mask" as my skin is feeling a bit congested and wanted a little treat for my skin. It came with 2 sponges, a FREE travel sized cleanse and polish with muslin cloth, and a sample of their new body lotion that they have just launched.

Buy Liz Earle - Here

*Look out for all the reviews coming up*

Anyway, I hope you all have a lovely day,

And remember...SMILE!!, 

because that smile could mean the world to somebody feeling down,

Love to you all,

Coffee - mumma

x

(I am not affiliated with any sites/companies)

My 2014 spring nail polish shades!! x

Hey gorgeous people :) x

Pastel "ice cream" nail varnish colours are very on trend for spring 2014 in clothing. 

So these shades colours will complement anything you are wearing this season...

...And most of all look GREAT!!

Pastel pale green 

- From MUA at superdrug

- Name (Pistachio ice cream)

- £1

- 6.2ml

Pale pink

- From Nails inc. London (free in a magazine)

- Name (Elizabeth street)

- £11 from Nails inc directly

- 10ml

Pale blue, sky blue

- From No7 stay perfect at boots

- Name (Minty fresh)

- £6

- 10ml

Dusky lilac 

- From 2true at superdrug

- Name (Shade 14)

- £1.99

- 7ml

Pale coral with slight shimmer

- From seventeen at Boots

- Name (Pretty in peach)

- £2.99

- 7ml

Love to you all,

coffee-mumma

x

What are you doing today? :) x

Well today i have spent a lovely day with my mum :D

Got a new bag, half price!!

And sorting a new blog post "my spring 2014 nail polishes!" 

So look out for that :)

love you all,

coffee - mumma,
x

REVIEW!! - superdrug naturally radiant brightening eye cream 15ml x

Morning lovely people,

Now sorry for the lack of post over the last couple of days,

But, here I am again!!

The other day i had a splurge in superdrug and boots :) = happy times!!

So the first review is going to be for the:

brightening eye cream from

superdrugs' naturally radiant collection,

When I bought it it was better than half price, should of been £5.99 I managed to buy it for £2.98!! BARGAIN!!

Now, when i first opened the box and found the little tube, I thought that there wasn't alot and could this be worth £5.99. 

However, You only need a small amount (see picture), 

Claims:

- Kiwi extracts to help brighten and smooth the eye area and help reduce signs of fatigue.

-  improve skin’s barrier function and leave skin feeling soft and supple.

-  Instantly skin around the eye area feels moisturised.

-  After 1 week: - Skin around the eye area feels softer and smoother and Skin around the eye area feels more refreshed and energised.

-  After 4 weeks: - Appearance of dark circles and puffiness is minimised. (Self-assessment user trial by 50 people)

How to use:

1 - take the tube and squeeze a small amount on to the ring finger,

2 - liqhtly pat the cream onto the under eye circles with the ring finger until absorbed,

3 - with the remaining cream liqhtly smooth over upper lid and into the eye socket.

I hope to keep this as a running review as time goes on to see if the claims are correct,

Here are photos of before and after the first use:

       

            

                  Before:                                                                                                      After:

My opinion after 1 use:

Good points +

Bad points -

+ My eyes did feel considerably more hydrated and moisturised
+ The fact the cream was cold was a lovely feeling when smoothing on the cream
+ Not a strong smell

- A bit of a sticky/ tacky feel on the eyes after 

So all in all, so far so good!!

:)

 Much love,

Coffee - mumma

x