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LIFE UPDATE & DESK TOUR

March 13, 2018 in LIFESTYLE
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Spring is upon us, so I thought I’d take the opportunity, when things feel new and fresh, to update you on my life, how I’m feeling, and to give you a desk tour of the space I work in.

Oh life! How do I describe to you how I’m feeling? Winter was hard – the dark mornings, dark nights and cold weather didn’t help the trauma I was still trying to deal with from the events of 2017. Throughout January and February, I felt really quite depressed, anxious about my life ahead, and lonely due to the lack of blog/press events and opportunities to spend time with my friends. Now that it’s March and the weather is turning, I see more light ahead. I can’t wait until it’s warm outside and the sun is shining, and social events in Glasgow pick up – as I need to spend more time with my friends and fellow bloggers.

Since the new year, I’ve been forced to think a lot about who I am (as I’ve been feeling quite lost) and what I want to be doing. The thing I’m constantly passionate about, and am in love with, is this blog and my social channels, so efforts are stepping up even more, to bring you content you’ll enjoy. This is my full-time job and I love it. I do get lonely working from home by myself, however, so I am trying to get back into TV and film production work, to do this alongside everything else. I’m also spending time at the gym trying to get fitter after 2017, and getting the strength back in my knee – which is more or less better now, but just a bit weak at times.

I’m trying to keep looking forward, and add more things to my diary to keep me busy and around smiley, happy people. I’m going to New York in May, so I’m planning for this and researching all the things that I want to do there.creatives deskI also wanted to do a desk tour in this post, to show you the home office space that I work in (when I’m not wrapped up in blankets on the couch). I’m going to link to everything you can still buy, incase you spot something that takes your fancy.gallery wallI’ve been building a huge gallery wall, full of inspirational quotes and images, slowly over the last few months. Most of the A5 illustrated quote cards are from my monthly Glittery Hands Box – a crafty, creative supplies box that I subscribe to. The rest are posters and canvases that I got printed myself from free printables that I found online. The latest addition to my gallery wall is a sign that I designed myself and had made by Signomatic – the pink ‘Believe In Yourself’ sign, which I love to see every day. You may also spot a tiny poker chip from my trip to Monte Carlo last May.blogger desk spaceI keep my pens in a Zoella Lifestyle spotty pot, a Chip mug from Disneyland California, and an interesting green glass. I also love my gold Zoella Lifestyle ‘Inspire’ sign – it’s still available to buy too. I love my desk to be full of colour and inspiration. How cute are my little donut page markers, pastel paperclip and tack collection and my white ceramic camera?!colourful deskAt the other side of my desk I have my initials in gold glittery plastic letters, from Meri Meri. I had to use a ‘7’ for the L as there wasn’t any ‘L’s left! I also have a practical Disney Mrs Potts and Chip Lip Gloss Duo from Mad Beauty, and a Bath & Body Works Hand Sanitizer. The pink pen is from Swarovski, the marble phone/tablet holder is from Bo Concept, and the desk calendar was part of the Zoella Lifestyle 2017 limited editon Christmas collection. There are also photos everywhere of my beautiful little dog baby that died last year.wooden work deskgirl boss desk signThe desk itself was a gift from Kit Out My Office, and I love it. It’s just the right size to be able to work on and house all my desk decorations. I also had another plastic sign made by Signomatic for my desk drawer, as a kind of name plate – ‘Girl Boss’.

Let’s hope 2018 is full of laughter and new, exciting opportunities. I’m ready and waiting!

To find out more about what I’m loving, and what I’m doing, over on my Instagram.

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💗
I’ve been loving the new @givenchybeauty fragrance Irresistible which came into my life last week. It’s rose-based (of course it is) and is also light and fruity. The perfect spring scent to put a pep in your step.  Last month I discovered a real hair hero (L’Oreal Wonder Water I love ya) & this week I’ve found this new release from @erborian_uk for skin. It’s a miracle worker. I can’t even describe what it does, but you NEED it! It’s a non-tinted, silicone-free bare skin perfector. It’s a thick, lush, silky cream that plumps & hydrates, blurs & illuminates with Korean White Ginseng complex & retexturizing enzymes for a visible "new skin" effect.  It’s heavenly and a Skinfluencer’s dream!  The @sundayrileyeurope ICE Ceramide Cream is every bit as good as I wanted it to be. It’s not nearly as thick as Dr Jart Ceramidin but it feels just as moisturising, strengthening and protective. If you need that deep moisturising power but want a lighter texture, this is for you, for plump and supple skin.  I’ve been loving the new @fentyskin Flash Nap Eye Gel-Cream & cooling tool. It’s light and hydrating, and really wakens up & smoothes my eye area in the morning. It feels so nice to use these both together - a tiny moment of self-care.  Years & years ago I watched the first 2 seasons of How to Get Away With Murder with my Mum, but gave up as I couldn’t fully get into it. I tried again with David and we’re just finishing season 6 (the last) this week. We were hooked from the start and have binged it over a month. It’s a gripping box set if you like US crime thrillers like PLL or Scandal. Available on Netflix!  Lastly, I do love a cream knit but I found this one at @simplybeuk that has a pop of neon yellow on the sleeve. It really brightens my day. It’s the small things at the moment!  #fentyskin #sundayriley #givenchybeauty #givenchyfragrance #erborian #skinfirst #bareskin #glowglowingskincare #healthyglowingskinforlife #skincareaddicts #skincareaddicted #skincarejunkies #skincareobsessed
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💗
This week I’ve been LOVING the new Niacinamide Dew Drops - heavenly glow, contains my hero ingredient Niacinamide & lovely hydration. Recommend as last step in skincare, before makeup or instead of makeup. 
🙌🏻
Also been loving the Avocado Melt Retinol Eye Sleeping Mask. It’s been nice to add a dedicated PM eye product to my evening routine & my under-eye area is smooth & rested when I wake up.
🥑  #glowrecipe #glowyskin #glowyskincare #glowup #glowglowing #glowglowingskincare #healthyglowingskinforlife #skincareaddicts #skincareaddicted #skincarejunkies #skincareobsessed #butfirstskincare #skincarefirst #bbloggersuk #bbloggeruk #ukbblogger #ukbeautyblogger #ukbeautybloggers  #bbloggers #instaskin #instaskincarecommunity #skincarecommunity #instaskincare #igskincarecommunity #igskincare #beautycommunity #skincareingredients
PR samples — We’re halfway through the week!! PR samples — We’re halfway through the week!! Had a little #pinkwednesday play with the below products...  @lauramercier Caviar Stick in Orchid
@lancomeofficial Idole Mascara
@givenchybeauty Prism Libre Skin-Caring Glow Foundation 
@ctilburymakeup Hyaluronic Happikiss in Pillow Talk
💗  #lauramercier #charlottetilburymakeup #charlottetilburylipstick #charlottetilburypillowtalk #charlottetilburyhappikiss #givenchyprismelibre #givenchymakeup #lancomeidolemascara #lancomeidole #makeuplooksgood #makeuplookideas #makeuplooksbyme #makeuplooks #glowymakeup #glowymakeuplook #glowyskingoals #dewymakeup #dewymakeuplook #ukbeautyblogger #ukbeauty #ukbeautyblog #beautycommunity #skincarecommunity #makeupcommunity #makeupaddicted #bbloggeruk #bbloggersuk
PR sample — Happy #texturetuesday 🥳 This is t PR sample — Happy #texturetuesday 🥳 This is the brilliant new scalp treatment from @tresemmeuk - you get hair posts 2 days in a row! The Tresemme Purify & Hydrate Exfoliating Pre Shampoo Scrub is currently half price in Superdrug for just £3.02!
💆🏻‍♀️
This scrub is helping my hair to last longer between washes as my problem is that my roots get greasy fairly quickly. It does take a while to rinse out, but it’s worth that extra effort. The exfoliant is coconut shells! It also has menthol in it which is really refreshing & awakening in the morning.
💆🏻‍♀️
Adding this into my routine before a hydrating shampoo really deeply cleans my roots and stops them getting oily so fast, meaning that my roots and ends progress at the same dirtiness pace!
😂  #tresemme #tresemmé #scalptreatment #scalpcare #scalpscrub hairtreatment #hairtreatments #haircareroutine #haircareproducts #haircareproduct #haircareproductsthatwork #beautycommunity #beautyreview #beautyreviews #beautyreviewer #bbloggers #bbloggeruk #skincarecommunity #skinfluencer #instabeautyblogger #instabeautyblog #ukbeautybloggers #ukbeautyblog #goodhairdontcare #goodhairvibes
PR sample — You’ll have seen a lot of this pro PR sample — You’ll have seen a lot of this product over the last couple of weeks & it’s for good reason. It very much is, indeed, a miracle. In just 8 seconds, as your conditioner, this will give you the smoothest, sleekest, softest hair you’ve ever had. I’ve just ordered 2 more bottles.
🙌🏻
The L’Oreal Dream Lengths 8-Second Wonder Water is £9.99 and you’ll get no more than 10 applications per bottle, but it sure is ‘worth it’. Wonder Water is a breakthrough damaged hair treatment, in a rinse-out liquid conditioner formula that’s powered by Lamellar Water Technology. Moisturising agents and amino acids target dry, damaged areas of hair, forming thin layers called Lamella to smooth hair’s surface instantly transforming lengths for silkier, shinier and healthier-looking hair. 
🙌🏻
I’m honestly not sure I’ll ever use another conditioner again. You need it, go buy it. Now, now, now!
💗  #selfcaresunday #loreal #lorealparis #lorealhair #loreal8secondwonderwater #loréal #hairconditioner #hairtreatment #hairtreatments #hairsmoothing #hairsmoothening #hairrepair #haircareroutine #haircareproducts #haircareproduct #haircareproductsthatwork #beautycommunity #beautyreview #beautyreviews #beautyreviewer #bbloggers #bbloggeruk #skincarecommunity #skinfluencer #instabeautyblogger #instabeautyblog #ukbeautybloggers #ukbeautyblog #goodhairdontcare #goodhairvibes
PR sample — There’s only a few more days to ge PR sample — There’s only a few more days to get your hands on this month’s epic @mintdbox - it’s a fantastic box this month, as usual. Now is the time to jump on board as a subscriber as I’ve been told March’s box is a super special one!
💗
In February’s box you get 4 full-size luxury skincare products (worth £212) for just £70! We all need some self-care time at the moment & that’s the theme of this month’s box!
💗
The Oskia Renaissance Mask is a cult favourite & I’ve loved it for years. It’s a thick lush balm that you lather on your face, leaving it for 20 mins to do it’s amazing exfoliation & radiance-boosting work. The Kora Organics Noni Bright Vitamin C Serum brightens, boosts skin elasticity, diminishes the appearance of lines and hydrates the skin too. The Aromatherapy Associates Rose Bath & Shower Oil is a heavenly treat. I apply it around my shoulders and chest, breathing  in the calming aroma, before getting into the shower. Finally, Prismologie’s Rose Quartz & Rose Balm soothes your mind and nourishes the skin on your body. It leaves you with a little bit of lustre too 💫 
💗  #mintdbox #beautysubscription #beautysubscriptionbox #luxurybeauty #luxuryskincare #luxuryskincareproducts #highendbeauty #highendskincare #skincareaddicts #skincareaddicted #skincarejunkies #skincareobsessed #butfirstskincare #skincarefirst #selfcaresunday #bbloggersuk #bbloggeruk #ukbblogger #bbloggers #instaskin  #skincarecommunity #instaskincare #igskincarecommunity #igskincare #beautycommunity #oskia #aromatherapyassociates
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