Apologies

I just wanted to upload a quick post to apologise and explain why posts may have been a bit lacking in the last month or so.

Basically a couple of months ago I had an operation. It wasn't serious but it was a major operation so although I had some posts scheduled in advance they soon ran out and I still just didn't feel up to writing new ones. I personally feel that it would be better to not post than to post something that I wouldn't be 100% happy with.

Then around 4 weeks after my operation I got a new job and started working full time. I know a lot of bloggers do work full time as well as blog but it's been a long time since I worked full time so I think that, mixed in with the fact my body was still slightly recovering from surgery, meant that I was just exhausted every day in the evening and didn't have the energy to really do anything.

However, I have missed my blog and will definitely be putting more effort into making sure my 2 posts a week will still go up on time!

Thanks for staying with me!

Thanks for reading

Iona x

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Soap & Glory One Heck Of A Blot Primer

I love Soap & glory and know them best for their bath and body products. However, I have dabbled into their make-up a couple of times and have always been very pleasantly pleased. So when I heard about their new primer especially designed for us oily skinned girls I knew it'd be good.

The new primer is part of the 'One Heck Of A Blot' range and it really doesn't disappoint. The smallest amount goes a long way and as soon as you apply it you can instantly feel it's 'stickiness'. That's probably the wrong word to use and it isn't sticky at all but you can just tell your make-up is going to stick to it and hang about all day- I've now typed the word 'sticky' too many times that I'm convinced it's spelt wrong....

As well as keeping make-up in the right place it also REALLY helps keep oil at bay...as in it really mattifies the skin...to the point where I had to start wearing highlighter to bring some life back to my face but I'd take that over oily skin any day. Although it really mattifies the skin I also found that throughout the day it would kind of let a slight 'glow' come out...not sweat at all...just a glow! It's by far the best primer I've tried which is suited to Oily skin!

It really is a wonder product and one which I think will stay in my make-up bag for a long time to come. It is £10 and can be found in Boots.

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Iona x

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Beauty Advent Calender

Every year since I can remember I've had a chocolate advent Calender. Sometimes we also had an advent candle or a paper Calender but always a chocolate one. However, this year is the first time I've not had one...and I don't mind too much because instead I have a beauty one! 

My mother spotted this one by w7 on Groupon and decided to treat me this year to something a bit different. Now, don't get me wrong, I miss my chocolate every morning but getting a little mini beauty treat is very exciting! I genuinely look forward to it every day! 

I've never tried anything from w7 before so this is such a good way to discover different products by the brand. So far I have been very impressed by the eye shadows and have worn them most days since I opened them. 

The reason I'm telling you guys about beauty calendars now is that, should there be any left in stock, the chances are they will now be reduced since the countdown has already begun!! So if you want to try a new brand, or simply want to treat yourself then now is the time to do it! 

Let me know if any of you have a beauty Calender this year and what one it is! 

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Iona x

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Make-Up Haul #3

Over the past couple of months I have been picking up a few new items here and there and have recently realised how many things I've got which obviously means one thing...HAUL TIME!!

A couple of these products I've used before but most are completely new to me so I'm enjoying trying them out.

• No7 Beautifully Matte Foundation- in 'Cool Ivory'
• Soap & Glory One Heck Of A Blot Primer
• Soap & Glory One Heck Of A Blot Powder
• TheBalm Mary-Lou Manizer Highlighter
• Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara- sample size
• Urban Decay Eyeshadow Primer Potion- sample size
• Revlon Colorburst Matte Balm- in '225 Sultry'
• Rimmel Exaggerate Lip Liner- in '063 Eastend Snob'
• Pixi Shea Butter Lip Balm- in 'Pixi Pink'
• The Body Shop Firming & Refreshing Eye Roll-On
• This Works Deep Sleep Pillow Spray - technically not make-up but was from the drugstore so thought I'd throw it in anyway!

There will no doubt be some reviews coming on some of these products but if these any you would like sooner rather than later let me know!

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Iona x

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