● Laura Thornberry ● Lifestyle Blogger ● London Based ●

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When it comes to haircare, Aussie is my go to brand. I've used their products for years and years, they just have the perfect products to fulfil my haircare needs and I am never disappointed.

“There's more to life than hair, but it's a good place to start“: The Aussie Philosophy

I recently picked another bottle up of the Aussie 3 Miracle Oil Intensive Lightweight Oil. (It's so good, I'm on my third bottle!) A treatment specifically designed for those with damaged hair, I thought now the sun is shining, and the weather is warming up, this could be a great product to bring out to add to my Summer haircare routine, to help avoid heat damaged and my hair drying out.

Aussie 3 Miracle Oil Reconstructor Treatment

The product itself has a clear oil and serum consistency, which is easily absorbed into the hair. Blended with 3 beautiful, miracle oils ; Australian Macadamia Nut, Jojoba-seed and Avocado, encouraging your hair to look effortlessly silky, smooth and shiny. It smells super sweet, fresh and slightly nutty.

Just a few drops spread through the lengths and ends of my hair gives plenty of moisture and shine with no greasiness and no sticky residue. Simply making my hair feel super soft, more manageable and tangle free.

The directions for use are super simple, there are 3 main uses for this product and I honestly find all 3 very effective.

- use the oil before shampooing as a pre-wash treatment

- on damp hair to help with smoothness, seal split-ends and manage frizz and flyaways

- on dry hair for amazing shine, looking nourished and perfect for styling

I've used the Aussie 3 Miracle Oil Reconstructor Treatment over and over again. I just love the way it makes my hair look and feel; amazing shine, visibly nourished and makes it feel super soft. Retailing at £9.99, it's on the pricier side for a drugstore oil, but seeing as it gives amazing results from the first use and will last a really long time as a little goes a long way, I definitely think it's worth the investment!

Have you tried the Aussie 3 Miracle Oil Reconstructor Oil Treatment?

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New for 2018, L'Oréal Paris has added a trio of Smooth Sugars Scrubs to their skincare range, and as a skincare lover, I couldn't wait to try them!

The product I chose to pick up from this range is the L'Oréal Smooth Sugars Nourish Scrub. The Smooth Sugar Nourish Scrub is formulated with exfoliants of 100% natural origin, containing three fine sugars; brown, golden and white.

L'oreal Paris Smooth Sugars Nourish Scrub

The expert blend also contains 3 fine sugars; White sugar that melts on the skin while gently buffing away impurities and dead skin cells. blonde sugar, which is a natural moisturiser, and brown sugar which is rich in minerals that help strengthen the skin's barrier.

The three sugars have been combined with Cocoa Butter; a natural ingredient rich in essential nutrients to help soothe dryness, and to help exfoliate, producing a soft and smooth complexion and instantly reveal glowy, plump skin.

Upon application, the sugar scrub glides across the skin so effortlessly, simply melts into the skin. I like to use a flat brush to apply, as a little goes a long way! I like to leave the scrub on my skin for 5-10 minutes, then rinse off with a damp face cloth. The nourishing ingredients leave the skin looking super soft, hydrated and brightened, so I think this would be perfect for those with dry and dull looking skin.

The texture of the L'Oréal Paris Smooth Sugars Nourish Scrub is super smooth, velvety, non-abrasive and it just glides of the skin. Cocoa Grains are infused into the sugar scrub to help remove any dead skin cells to help improve softness, remove texture and clear the skin of impurities. It's an absolute dream to use on the skin!

"The expert blend also contains 3 fine sugars; White sugar that melts on the skin while gently buffing away impurities and dead skin cells. blonde sugar, which is a natural moisturiser, and brown sugar which is rich in minerals that help strengthen the skin's barrier."

I'd highly recommend the L'Oréal Paris Smooth Sugars Nourish Scrub for those will dry, dull skin or if you are just lacking that radiant glow. However, if the Nourish Scrub isn't for you, L'Oréal also have 2 other products in the Smooth Sugars range that might cater for your skin needs. Suitable for all skin types. For face and lips.

Have you tried the L'Oréal Smooth Sugars Scrub? Which is your favourite?

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I don’t know a single person who doesn’t love Garlic Bread. It's the most tasty, quick and easy to make side dish that I can think of, and doesn't require too many ingredients either, so you can't really go wrong -> just bread + garlic + butter = a winning combo!

It is such a popular side dish to serve with so many different dishes... You name it, Garlic Bread goes with it.

For my Ultimate Garlic Bread recipe, you will need;

- 2 ready to bake Baguettes, cut in half

- 4 Garlic Cloves, peeled and chopped

- 3 tbsp of Butter

- 1 tsp of Parsley

- Olive Oil

- Salt and Pepper

- Chilli Flakes (optional)

- Grated Cheese, Cheddar and Mozzarella (optional)

To begin making this tasty treat, you will need to firstly grab a microwave-safe bowl or cup. Then combine all of the ingredients together; the Butter, chopped Garlic, Salt, Pepper and Parsley, followed by a splash of Olive Oil.

Microwave the mixture on a low power setting, for 30-40 seconds, until the butter has completely melted. Then remove from microwave and give the mixture a good stir, making sure everything is combined.

With a fork, press some holes evenly across the baguettes; this allows your buttery mixture to absorb and fully soak into the bread better, giving a much better flavour to your dish! Spoon the Garlic Butter mixture evenly over the baguettes until covered. Now they are ready to bake in the oven!

If you are using ready to bake Baguettes, these will take around 8-12 minutes to cook in a preheated oven, around 200° is perfect. Once the baguettes are ready, I like to finish them off by placing under the grill for a couple of minutes, this allows the mixture to soak deeper into the bread and the fresh Garlic to super crunchy! Delicious!

I prefer to make my own homemade Garlic Bread, as I find store-bought versions sometimes lack in flavour, or can be completely dry as there is not much butter mixture added. I like mine to be super buttery and packed full of garlic, for that extra punch!

As an added extra, you can finish off my Ultimate Garlic Bread Recipe by adding some grated Cheese and a pinch of Chilli Flakes (for a little spicy kick) before you place under the grill. I like to use a grated Cheddar and Mozzarella Cheese, as for me this is the best combination of cheeses to use, as they melt perfectly and go super crisp under the grill.

Do you make your own Garlic Bread at home? What is your favourite recipe to use?

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As a lover of all things skincare, I always switch up my face masks. I usually use them 1-2 times a week, according to my skincare concerns and what I feel my skin needs. Recently my skin has had a few breakouts, probably from the constant changes in the weather, and I've needed something to help cleanse my skin thoroughly and make it look clearer and healthier.

I opted for The Body Shop Skin Clearing Tea Tree Face Mask; a skincare product suitable for those prone to blemishes, helping to soothe, calm and promote clearer looking skin

This the perfect face mask for those with an oily/combination skin type or those who need to deeply cleanse then skin. A clay mask infused with purifying Tea Tree, a powerful antibacterial ingredient, with healing properties, grown in the foothills of Mount Kenya, this is a great product for those with blemished complexions, that need a quick skin refresh, without leaving a tight or drying feel to the skin. This mask will help to clear any impurities whilst absorbing excess oils and sebum, leaving skin feeling smoother, softer, calmer and clearer looking.

"This instantly cooling face mask cleanses, soothes and refreshes the skin."

In terms of appearance and texture, this face mask from The Body Shop has a very thick and creamy consistency, with a soft, minty green colour. There is a definite Tea Tree scent, but nothing too overpowering. Upon application, I tend to use a flat brush to apply my masks to help get an even layer across my skin, the mask feels very smooth, with a slightly cooling and tingly sensation once applied.

As the mask begins to dry, you will still feel the skin tighten ever so slightly. This face mask from The Body Shop somehow manages to keep the skin feel hydrated, which is unlike any other clay mask I have used, as most of them tend to be super drying on the skin. Once fully dry, I simply remove with a warm flannel or muslin cloth, to reveal clean and refreshed skin, that looks revitalised and plumper.

I would highly recommend this Tea Tree Face Mask from The Body Shop to anyone suffering with blemishes, redness and impurities or those wanted to help control oil production on the skin.

Have you tried this Body Shop Mask? What are your favourite face masks?

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Maui Moisture; A brand that has made its way straight into my current hair care routine. They are a brand inspired by the handpicked and handcrafted ingredients which can be found on tropical islands, such as Maui. With hair care ranges to nourish, revive, strengthen, quench and restore hair, Maui Moisture caters for all hair types and textures, offering a variety of shampoos, conditioners, hair masks and mists, combining the best formulas and ingredients needed to help keep your hair looking soft and silky.

Incorporating ingredients such as Shea Butter, Coconut, Agave, Bamboo and Vanilla Bean, combined with their signature blend of Aloe Vera juices infused with pure Coconut Water, there is definitely something for everyone. If you’re new to Maui Moisture, you're definitely missing out and need to get your hands on their products asap!

Maui Moisture Revive & Hydrate Shea Butter Hair Mask

I opted for the Maui Moisture Shea Butter Hair Mask, which is part of the Revive & Hydrate range, a product suitable for those with dry, damaged hair. For a girl that loves to blow dry, straighten and style my hair, I needed something that would keep my hair feeling strong and nourished, as well as providing deep and intense conditioning, to prevent heat damage and breakage, and this did just the job.

A hair mask packed with Aloe Vera Juice, Coconut Water, Creamy Shea Butter, Rich Coconut Oil and Pure Macadamia Oil, this was the perfect remedy to improve the look, feel and texture of my hair, especially my dry mid-lengths and ends. The scent is absolutely dreamy, so fresh and fruity, it's like being sent to a tropical paradise!

The texture of Maui Moisture Shea Butter Hair Mask is so rich and thick, you know it's going to do a great job. Packed with creamy Shea Butter and blended along with exotic Coconut and Macadamia oils softening and nourishing hair back to looking healthy and shiny.

Upon application, I like to shampoo my hair first to make sure my hair is clean and free from any product build up. I apply an egg-sized amount of product all over my hair, mainly focusing on my ends. I then gently brush through my hair to make sure each strand is coated with product, and leave for around 10 minutes and rinse. When my hair is feeling extra dry, I also like to use it as a leave-in treatment, simply apply a small amount onto freshly washed, towel-dried hair to deeply condition mid-lengths and ends."

"The next big thing in haircare, Maui Moisture takes out the bad to leave more room for the good."

Maui Moisture is crafted into 5 other amazing ranges for all different hair types and textures to help get your hair looking healthy.

Curl Quench + Coconut Oil for curly hair

Strength & Anti-Breakage + Rich Agave for chemically damaged hair

Smooth & Repair + Vanilla Bean for frizzy, unruly hair

Thicken & Restore + Bamboo Fibres for weak, brittle hair

Nourish & Moisture + Coconut Milk for dry hair

Have you ever tried anything from Maui Moisture before?

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AD - GIFTED | When it comes to everyday makeup, I like to keep things quite simple and natural. Usually a touch of concealer, a few coats of mascara and a quick fill in of the eyebrows and I'm good to go.

Recently I was contacted by ESQIDO; a brand focused on professional grade mink lashes that claim to be "the softest, lightest, and most natural looking false eyelashes you’ll ever wear." Baring in mind I had never used false lashes before, as I felt it could be quite fiddly to use and very time consuming, I thought this opportunity would be something worth a go, and to see what my first attempt at false lashes would be like.

I was very kindly gift a pair of Esqido 'Unforgettable' false eyelashes*. For an everyday look, I like my eyelashes to look long, volumized and separated, this helps to give my eyes a dramatic and defined look. These lashes looked exactly what I wanted for an everyday look, full and fluttery yet still very natural.

The ESQIDO eyelash glue*, a clear coloured formula with strong all day hold, just what you need in an eyelash glue, as you don't want them peeling off half way through the day! With a fine tip wand applicator, it's very easy to brush on the right amount of glue to your false lashes, without making a mess.

Unforgettable Mink Eyelashes*

"Natural and elegant. Perfect for wedding. This pair of mink lashes features a gradient of increasing length and thickness across the lash band, resulting in a subtle yet beautiful winged out effect. The Best Style for Everyday Wear."

Here are my before and after photographs.

As you can see, the results these Esqido lashes gave were amazing! My lashes went from straight and flat, to looking extremely lifted and fluttery, creating quite a defined and dramatic eye look without being too over the top. These lashes would definitely be suitable for an everyday makeup!

In terms of application, I struggled at first. I've never applied false eyelashes before so I had no technique whatsoever! I needed to trim the lashes slightly, just so they would suit and fit my eyes perfectly. I found using tweezers to be quite difficult, so I just proceeded to use my fingers to apply. It took me a few attempts to line up and apply the lashes as closely as I could to my lash line. I did find that the glue did dry quite quickly, so you need to be ready to apply the lashes straight away once the glue has gone tacky on the lashes, I left it around 10 seconds to dry before applying them. I made sure I had plenty of glue on the outer ends of the lashes, as they were much harder to get to stick firmly than the centre of the lash.

Have you tried Esqido Lashes before? What are your favourite eyelashes to use for a natural makeup look?

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Holler and Glow, a brand that's taking over the blogger community by storm and a new addition to the Primark Beauty department, offering a vast range of face masks and nail products in store. I thought it was about time I put some of the Holler and Glow Face Masks to the test and see if they are worth the hype. I managed to pick up a couple of masks on a recent trip to my local Primark, usually retailing at £3, I managed to pick these masks up for just £1 each! What a bargain! Plus the packaging was just so super cute and fun, I could not resist!

First up we have the Holler and Glow Feline Fine Face Mask. A warming mask formula packed with natural ingredients including Ginger, Soybean and Camellia.

Ginger - helps to clear blemishes, tones skin and has anti-ageing properties

Soybean - brightens the skin, decrease redness, and is a rich source of vitamin B, C, and E

Camellia - an excellent all-around moisturiser for skin

Simply smooth a thin layer onto clean skin, leave on for 5 minutes, and gently exfoliate off with warm water. A great face mask for those with congested or dull looking skin. If you are wanting a deep cleanse to remove impurities and blackheads, a healthy glow, and a radiance boost, the Holler and Glow Feline Fine Warming Face Mask is for you!

Next up, the Holler and Glow Bare Faced Face Mask. A warming mask formula packed with natural ingredients including Moroccan Lava, Charcoal and Kaolin.

Moroccan Lava - helping to purify, detoxify and cleanse the skin

Charcoal - tightens pores, removes impurities in the skin and helps to control oil

Kaolin - exfoliates dead skin cells, gently cleanses and pulls impurities from the pores

Simply apply an even layer onto clean, dry skin, leave to dry for around 10-15 minutes, then wash off with warm water. A face mask more suited for those with combination or oily skin, if you're looking for a face mask to help control oil production, remove any toxins from the skin or to help unclog your pores, the Holler and Glow Bare Faced Charcoal Face Mask is the one for you!

Have you tried any Holler and Glow Face Masks? What are your favourites?

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AD - GIFTED | Introducing Boozi Bodycare. The ORIGINAL Cocktail-Inspired Body Care Company, inspired by the fruit blends in cocktails, bringing you extremely fresh, fragrant and fruity body care products. From body wash to body cream to lip care and bath jellies, Boozi Bodycare has plenty of bath products for you to enjoy, in a wide range of cocktail inspired scents.

I gladly received a selection of Boozi Bodycare Shower Cocktails* after winning a Twitter Giveaway a few weeks ago. In this giveaway, I won 4 body wash miniatures in a variety of cocktail inspired scents; Gin and Tonic, Woo Woo, Mojito and Bellini. If you're a fan of fruity fresh cocktails, these body washes are definitely a must have for you!

Boozi Bodycare Shower Cocktail Body Wash

Sparkling Gin & Tonic

Splash on the refreshing, crisp and classic scent of our sparkling Gin and Tonic.

A refreshing and zingy shower experience for those who love a fresh and clean scent.

Cheeky Woo Woo

Like the sound of sweet peaches and juicy cranberries? Then the Fresh and Fruity Woo Woo will be your body wash of dreams.

Virgin Mojito

My personal favourite, the Virgin Mojito. An irresistible blend of zesty lime and fresh, crushed mint, this body wash will have you dreaming of that glorious summer sunshine. With a super fresh and sweet scent, the Virgin Mojito is the perfect wake-me-up shower fragrance.

Peach and Passion Fruit Champagne Bellini

For a more luxurious bath time experience, Unleash those fruity bubbles

with juicy peaches, exotic passion fruit and sparkling champagne.

After testing out all of these Boozi Bodycare Shower Cocktails, I was very impressed. Not only are the scents super fresh and fragrant, after use my skin felt so soft and nourished, I would 100% recommend these to any cocktail lover! Simply shake your cocktails and lather up with these rich and revitalising shower cocktails. Boozi Bodycare also offer another 4 fresh and fruity cocktail scented ranges available on their website, so whatever your cocktail preference, there will be a scent perfect for you!

Other scents in the cocktail range are as follows;

- French Martini

- Pina Colada

- Mango and Ginger Margarita

- Strawberry Daiquiri

Have you heard of Boozi Bodycare before? What cocktail scent would be your favourite?

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