Product Review: Rita Ora Rimmel London Nail Polish

So today, these two lucky nail polishes had a lil photo shoot ;)

I had to do a post about these nail polishes because they are my new favorite thing!!!

I am such a nail person, I never wear false nails because my nails are quite thick and long and I have been told by nail technicians that I will ruin them :( so instead I just ensure I always have them painted myself and as a result I am forever buying new nail polish.

I recently purchased these two Rita Ora nail polishes by Rimmel and I am amazed by them! First of all, the selection of colours is perfect, there are 17 shades altogether. The two I have in my images are 'Bestival Blue' and the pink shade is 'Sweet Retreat'. Next on my list is a gorgeous yellow called 'Daisy Days' and a peach called 'Peachella'. There are different shades of greens, blues, pink, yellow, red, you name it! And all in beautiful summer shades which you can check out on the Rimmel London website HERE!

But that's not even the best part! The polishes claim to have 3 in 1 technology which lasts up to 10 days and to my surprise they genuinely did last over a week before even slightly chipping!

They also have one stroke application, I must admit, the pigment was great with one stroke but they did chip quite a bit sooner compared to when I applied 2 coats.

For best results on any nail polish I always apply a base coat, 2 coats of the chosen colour and a shiny top coat to finish it off. With most nail polish they still chip within the first week but these Rita Ora Rimmel polishes have lasted nearly 2 weeks without needing to be re-done. I would definitely recommend them! They are under €5 each and can be purchased in most Penneys, Dunnes and pharmacies that stock Rimmel.

If you purchase them, let me know what you think of them in the comments below or on my instagram @SassieDoll I would love to hear what you think and what your favorite colours are?

Lots of love,
SassieDoll

Four Fitness Bloggers to follow this January...

With today being "Blue Monday" I thought it would be the perfect time to share this post for a bit of extra motivation during the January blues. I know one of my main goals this year is definitely to improve my health and fitness and I find I have been turning to a certain few bloggers recently for motivation, inspiration and general tips and advice on living a healthier lifestyle. I definitely recommend following these 4 (if you don't already) if, like me, you are looking for some advice, information and general motivation for getting fit and healthy in 2016.

1. Rosanna Davison
Website: http://www.rosannadavisonnutrition.com//
Instagram: Rosanna_Davison (104k followers)
Snapchat: Rosiedavison5

I am sure most of you (especially if you are Irish) know who Rosanna Davison is. The Beauty Queen, who won Miss World in 2003 has recently become an author with a book based around healthy, natural living. Rosanna is a qualified nutritional therapist and if her book is anything to go by, she really knows her stuff. Last year I made the decision to start following a vegetarian lifestyle and I am really loving all of the nutritional information and recipes based around a vegetarian and Vegan lifestyle that Rosanna shares in her book. If you are interested in a plant based diet then definitely follow Rosanna Davison for amazing recipes, nutritional advice and of course serious body envy!

(Images source: Instagram @Rosanna_Davison)

2. The Food Medic
Website: http://hazelwallace.co.uk/about/
Instagram: thefoodmedic (59.9k followers)
Snapchat: thefoodmedic

If abs are what you're after then you need to follow Hazel Wallace. Hazel shares healthy recipes, and healthy lifestyle advice on her blog 'the food medic'. Not only does Hazel blog consistently, she has a first class degree in medical science and just signed up to get a qualification in personal training. The Food Medic is the perfect blog to follow for inspiration if you lead as busy lifestyle, as Hazel states on her website that she set up the food medic blog "in the hopes of using it as a platform to show people that eating healthy, or eating ‘clean’, can be enjoyable, uncomplicated and easy to incorporate into busy lifestyle – like that of a medical student!"

(Images source: Instagram @thefoodmedic)

3. Lydia Elise Millen
Website: http://lydiaelisemillen.com/
Instagram: LydiaEmillen (277k followers)
Snapchat: lydiaemillen

Lydia's blog is a go to site for fashion, beauty, health & fitness and everything in between. Lydia's blog is must read not only for the articles on physical health but also for her focus on how to improve your mental health, with some of her recent blog posts covering 'Learning how to breath after anxiety', and 'How to de-stress after a busy week'. With her enviable style, healthy, positive attitude and a career we could only dream of, Lydia is definitely one to follow for some New Year motivation.

Images source: Instagram @lydiaemillen

4. Heidi Somers
Website: http://www.buffbunny.com/bio/
Instagram: BuffBunny (866k followers)
Snapchat: Buffbunny

Heidi Somers is an American 'Vlogger' and fitness guru from Alaska. Heidi (also known as BuffBunny) has competed in bikini contests, represents some huge fitness companies in the US, creates youtube videos with her diet and workout tips and is a general funny and quirky person to follow on social media. If you like weight lifting and a bit of humor then BuffBunny is the perfect person to follow.

(Images Source: Instagram @Buffbunny)

'NEW IN' DESIGNER BAGS AT BROWN THOMAS

Hi Guys,

I was browsing through the Brown Thomas website the other evening and decided to do a little post on some of their "New In" designer handbags this season. Although I cannot afford any of them, it is still fun to look and dream, right?! I also like to keep myself updated with the new styles making a front on the designer scene so I thought I'd share my findings with you all! So... hope you enjoy! :)

First up is two New in Marc by Marc Jacobs styles, both €495...

The next three bags below are by YSL, prices are listed below each bag...

€1250

€1990

€1890

The below bag is Mulberry and it costs €1695.

Next up is an adorable little bag by Salvatore Ferragamo and it is €990.

The below two bags are by Victoira Beckham, prices are beneath each picture.

€1695

€1625

This little bag below is Givenchy and costs €1495.

This next bag is Valentino and it is €1650.

The below bag is by Marni and costs €1190.

Next up is this pink bag by Alexander McQueen for €965.

And last but not least is two, more affordable bags that are also New in to Brown Thomas by DKNY and Michael Kors.

DKNY €240

Michael Kors €295

Let me know which bag you would treat yourself to out of the above collections?!

Lots of Love,

SassieDoll

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My Top 5 Nail Colours this Summer

Hi there :)

Although the weather has been absolutely miserable in Dublin these last few days, I decided to do a run through of my top 5 nail polish colours for this Summer. Let me know what colours you have been loving this Season too? Enjoy x

1. Sky Blue - I think a nice pale blue is a lovely transitional colour for Spring into Summer. Kylie Jenner has been seen wearing this tone on her nails a lot this season, as seen on her instagram and in numerous snap chat videos! Below is an affordable blue colour from NYC available in Penneys and selected pharmacies, this one is colour 325 Raindrop.

2. Lemon Pastel - I have been loving yellow nail polish this season. Again, Kylie Jenner has been seen rocking this colour. Unfortunately I tried it myself last week and wasn't that fond of it, maybe I didn't have the right shade, or it doesn't suit my skin tone but I still love it as a Summer festival colour and it looks great on Kylie!

Kylie Jenner with Lemon nails (pic from instagram)

My attempt at yellow nails, haha!

Above is two affordable yellow nail polishes, one is from the Rita Ora collection from Rimmel and is only round €3,50, the second is from the pastel range for Essence.

3. Coral - I love a good coral nearly all year round but it is especially nice with a tan during the summer months. My favorite one is 'Spring Tulip' by NYC. A good Coral also looks great on your toe nails during the summer!

4. Nude - Everyone loves a good classy nude on the nails. Pink nudes are lovely in the summer if you like to keep things subtle and elegant. A light, classic nude is great with a tan and perfect for summer weddings.

The Nude colour on my nails in the above picture is by Essence.

5. I am not sure what to call this last colour, it is like a dark mint, or a greeny / blue turquoise. Whatever it is, I have seen it on a lot of nail counters this summer and I love it. The one I have been using is 'Wimbledon' by Catrice Cosmetics. (The color came out quite dark in the pic below, the second pic is more true to the genuine colour).

I hope you enjoyed!

Lots of Love,

SassieDoll

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REVIEW: FIRENZE CLINIC DUNDRUM

Hiya,

So I just wanted to do a quick review on a Spa / clinic that I went to last week with my mam. I am not sure of the price of our treatments as it was my birthday present from my parents, however the full package would usually be worth around €300 but my Mam got a great deal (which she said was well worth it) over on pigsback.com. Apparently there is often deals and special offers for this clinic so I will leave a link to their website at the end for you to check out! :) Also keep an eye out on discount sites such as pigsback, groupon etc.

The treatment clinic we attended is called 'Firenze Clinic' based in Dundrum. The clinic is all about promoting good health for the mind, body and soul. Therefore they not only offer beauty treatments, they also offer psychotherapy, counselling and weight loss management.

On arrival we were brought up to a little waiting area to fill in our details on a form. The building felt quite old and "Vintage" but it was decorated really nice with flowers, pretty pictures on the wall and vintage style arm chairs to wait on.

The reception / waiting area.

I was called into my treatment room which had relaxing music playing lightly in the background. The massage bed was also extremely comfortable. My treatment started with a body scrub of my legs and arms, then a back and shoulder massage which was lovely! And then my fave treatment to get...a facial. I love facials, I find them so relaxing and rejuvenating! This facial consisted of a deep exfoliation and cleanse, a face massage, a jet peel (which is for texture improvement, wrinkle reduction, removal of unwanted pigmentation and overall skin rejuvenation), vacuuming to deep cleanse the pores, and then an oxygen treatment which pumps oxygen into the skin (don't worry, there are no needles or anything involved in these treatments). Parts of the facial weren't as relaxing due to the noise of the machines and processes however overall I was so relaxed and was really impressed with the treatments. Myself and my Mam were both very impressed with our therapists and our treatments.

When our treatments were over (about 2 hours later) we were brought back down to the reception area where there was herbal tea (it was mint and coco flavor and was sooo nice, they sell it in the clinic), cupcakes and grapes waiting for us. While enjoying our refreshments, the owner of the clinic talked us through some of the Organic products they use and sell at the clinic.These products are by the brand 'Eminence' which you can check out HERE!

Oh and not to mention the owner's adorable little doggy who sat with us while we had our refreshments which made the whole experience even better! :)

About 4 days after the treatment my skin broke out a little bit with small red bumps on my cheeks and neck however these were gone within a couple of days and my skin was good as new! This often happens after a facial as it is your skin's way of releasing the underlying blemishes that were cleansed during the treatment.

Check out the website for the clinic HERE!

Lots of love,
SassieDoll
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MY CURRENT SKINCARE ROUTINE

Hi there :)

I thought I would do a run through of my current skincare routine. For a while I had got quite lazy with my skincare and was falling asleep with make-up on or using face wipes too often but over the last few months I have got into a routine with some of my favorite products that I have found work best for me. I definitely notice a positive change in my skin since becoming consistent with a good routine, so here it is:

Exfoliating: I use an exfoliating face wash about 3 or 4 days a week. The wash I use is this Neutrogena Pink Grapefruit daily scrub. I first discovered this face wash about 4 years ago when I was on a J1 in America. I picked it up because it was cheap and cheerful and then I ended up loving it! I have used other face washes throughout the years and always revert back to this one so over the past year I have stuck to using this.

Cleansing: My favorite cleanser right now is the Garnier Mi-cellar water. I am in love with Micellar water. I have never been a fan of cream cleansers, I always feel like they are left on my skin, clogging my pores. But with Micellar water it is so refreshing and leaves your skin feeling so fresh and clean. This one in particular is amazing for removing make-up yet still feels really light on the skin. I cleanse my skin with this both morning and night.

Hydrating Spray: After cleansing my face I then use a hydrating water spray. The one I have been using over the past few months is the La Roche Posay Thermal Spring Water and I LOVE it!!! It goes really well after using a Micellar water cleanser as it is still super light on your skin and really hydrating. I find it so refreshing to spritz this onto freshly cleansed skin.

Moisturizer: Once the thermal spring water has dried it is then time to moisturize. I am currently using the Boots 'time delay youth maintain' day moisturizer with SPF15. I always make sure my day moisturizer has SPF in it. This moisturizer is a plus because it is anti-aging and has SPF. I have combination skin and some areas tend to get shiny throughout the day while others areas are dry so I find a light moisturizer the best option and this one is great!

Eye Cream: Since hitting the mid twenties I started noticing my eyes looking a bit 'Older'! So I have started using an anti-wrinkle eye cream. These can be very expensive so when I was hunting for an affordable drug store option I came across the Boots 'Time delay, anti-aging eye cream'. This is from the same range as my day moisturizer so they compliment each other really well.

So there you have it, that is my current day time skin care routine. Hope you enjoyed.

Lots of Love,
SassieDoll
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