How I stay motivated …

Now that the weathers changing I find it difficult to stay motivated. It’s so easy to want to stay in bed for an extra hour, sit on the sofa and watch TV and avoid leaving the house. 

For me I stay motivated three ways…

Firstly I like to set goals. This could be getting out of bed at a certain time , completing work in a certain time frame or achieving a certain amount of followers. This helps me to make sure I get done what I need to do.

Secondly I like to reward myself . I usually reward myself for completing certin goals. For example if I stay on top of my blog for a week then I can buy myself something or have a day off. This way I know my hard work will benefit me. 

Finally I like to think about times when I’ve failed or if I didn’t do something and the consequences of that . This way I am motivated to do my best to avoid those feelings again . I know this may seem slightly negative but it works for me. 

This is how I stay motivated as the seasons change . Let me know in the comments or tweet me how you stay motivated. 

My Lazy Autumn Morniung Routine

8:30AM – Wake up

I normally wake up around 8:30 AM on a lazy morning. I’ll then sit and scroll through social media and plan my day.

9:00AM – Get Ready

At 9:00AM I’ll get out of bed and head to the bathroom. At this point, I’ll either have a shower or a bath depending on how much time I’ve got. After I’ve washed I’ll brush my teeth and do my skincare. If I have plans for that day I’ll also put on a simple face of makeup.

9:45 AM – Get dressed

Now that I’m ready I’ll pick out an outfit. I’ve just purchased loads of cute autumnal clothes, so choosing an outfit is my favourite part of the morning. This is the time when I usually take far too many selfies.

10AM – Have breakfast

At the moment I’m loving to have avocado and boiled egg on toast. It keeps me full until lunchtime and it’s very quick and easy to make.

Then I’ll get on with whatever I’ve got planned for that day.

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I’m Back …

Sorry, I’ve been gone for a while, I’ve been really busy with school work and life in general. I really want to get back into my blog. Please make sure you follow my blog to be updated when I post. All your support means the world to me!

Meg x

My Pandora Bracelet …

I got my Pandora bracelet for Christmas two years ago. I wear it most days because it is so easy to wear and goes with pretty much everything. I currently have five charms on my bracelet and I like the amount of charms I have and don’t really want too many more on there.

The first charm I got was the spiral ball. This charm is really simple and is a nice addition to the bracelet.

I then got the carousel and the hot air balloon charms, these charms are nice and detailed.

I then got the Buddha charm , I bought this charm because Buddhas are supposed to be lucky. So far this seems to be working well.

The final charm I got was the 18 charm on my 18th birthday. My grandma got me this , so its really special.

If you are looking for a good quality but affordable piece of jewelry  Pandora is the way to go.  All the charms I have talked about should still be available on the Pandora website.

Superdrug Haul And Review

Last week when I was ill and had nothing better to do , I went a little bit crazy on the Superdrug website. But so far so good and I am loving the majority of these products.

I purchased this collection eyeliner because I had only ever used pen eyeliners and wondered if this would be any easier. I’ve given it a go and it is slightly easier. This is extremely black and lasts really well. If your on the hunt for a good and affordable eyeliner I would highly recommend this collection one.

http://www.superdrug.com/Collection/Collection-Fast-Stroke-Eye-Liner-3-8g-Black-1/p/228796

Of course I had to by two collection lasting perfection concealers. I have used this concealer for years , it’s full coverage and doesn’t look patchy on the skin. I would say this is my all time favorite drug store concealer. Everyone needs to try  it.

http://www.superdrug.com/Make-Up/Face/Concealer/Collection-Lasting-Perfection-Concealer-Fair-1/p/439400

I have just realised I went a little bit collection mad! But this is the last thing form them. I bought this eye shadow palette because I already own the nude one and use all the time. I’ve recently been on a hunt for an affordable smokey eye palette  and I think this is then one. I haven’t used this yet but as soon as I do i will give you an update. Make sure you follow my twitter because I often update you on products over there. @Megs_Edit

http://www.superdrug.com/Make-Up/Eyes/Eye-Shadow-Palettes/Collection-Eyes-Uncovered-Palette-Smokey-Grey-6G/p/631303

I’ve been wanting to get my hands on this cream contour  palette for ages but it’s constantly been out of stock. When I saw that it was in stock on the website I added it to my basket straight away. I used this twice now and love it! the contour and highlights blend so easily and seamlessly. I like to use the lightest contour shade , the lightest highlight shade and the strobe balm. I would recommend trying this product.

http://www.superdrug.com/Make-Up/Face/Contouring/Makeup-Revolution-HD-Pro-Cream-Contour-Fair/p/710742

I’ve seen a few people talking about Miss Sporty makeup and thought I would give it a go. I picked up this bronzer and have instantly regretted it ! As first glance the bronzer had gold shimmer through it and this really transfers to the skin , I mean if you want to walk round looking like a glitter ball this would be perfect for you. I think I will be using this as an eyeshadow from now on.

http://www.superdrug.com/Make-Up/Face/Bronzer/Miss-Sporty-Instaglow-Bronzer-1-S-Blonde-9G/p/621105

Finally i picked an old favorite , the real techniques miracle complexion sponge. I use this everyday and I absolutely love it. I have purchased this as a replacement for my old one. everyone needs one of these in their lives . I use mine to blend in my foundation and concealer for a natural finish.

http://www.superdrug.com/Real-Techniques/Real-Techniques-Miracle-Complexion-Sponge/p/742258

If you buy anything from this haul let me know and If you think there is anything I should by leave a comment down below or contact me on twitter.

Top Tips For Becoming Organised In 2017

Being organised is one way that I like to try and minimize the amount of stress in my life. I’ve always been naturally organised but if your not here are some tips to help you to be.

Make lists- lists are a great way to get thing out of your head allowing you to fully concentrate on one thing at a time . It also means you shouldn’t forget anything because you have to cross each one of individually.

Use a calendar – using a calendar is a great way to keep track of the whole  month ahead. I like being able to see what plans a have at a glance and if you purchase a pretty one it can make a great addition to any space.

keep on top of your work load- try and do things as soon as you get them , this way if things come up at the last minute you will still have time to get your work done on time.

Create a timetable – create a timetable so that you know what you should be doing and when. You can schedule in things such as revision , work , free time , homework and leisure activities.

Here are some of the ways I like to stay organised , if you have any other tips please let me know cause I love staying organised.

School Morning Routine …

7:00 – Alarm goes off 

7:00 – 7:05 – Check social media /phone 

Who doesn’t check their phone first thing in the morning. I like to go on twitter, Facebook, Instagram and snap chat. I could honestly spend an hour checking my phone but I limit myself to 5 minutes.

7:05 – 7:15 – Bathroom 

As soon as I get out of bed I need to brush my teeth ! It makes me feel clean and helps me get my day kick started. In this time I also use the toilet and do my skincare so that I’m ready to apply my makeup.

7:15- 7:30 – makeup 

For school I try and keep my makeup quite simple, my school allows us to wear as much makeup as we want but to be honest at quarter past seven in the morning  I can’t be bothered to do a full blown smokey. If you would like to see my everyday school makeup routine let me know.

7:30- 7:40 – get dressed 

I’m in sixth form so luckily we don’t have to wear a school uniform. As much as I contemplate wearing my Pajamas to school I normally throw on the first things in my draw which is usually leggings and a hoodie. However I do occasionally make an effort and wear jeans.

7:40- 7:50 – tidy room 

I like to leave my room tidy in the morning so that when I get home I can get on with school work and not waste time with things such as making my bed. However if I end up spending too much time on my phone or doing my makeup I have to cut this step out.

7:50 – head down stairs 

Finally I head down stairs this is when I see my parents before they go to work , have breakfast and  make my lunch. For breakfast I normally keep it simple and have toast, cereal, fruit  or yogurt. It’s currently really cold at the moment so I normally need to de-ice my car , so i can leave on time and not be late for school.

8:20 – leave for school 

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Full outfit from Topshop…

Topshop is one of my all time favourite shops. It has something for everyone whether you need tall , petite, maternity or regular clothes Topshop has your back.

I have put together an outfit that I would wear myself. For my bottom half I have chosen MOTO black super rip leigh jeans , black  jeans will  go with almost everything and the rips add some nice detail. For my top half I’ve chosen a ruffle trim jumper , I am currently in love with blushed pink jumper and this one is no exception, the ruffles on the end of the sleeve add some extra detail and will look amazing peaking out of the end of the suede biker jacket. I’ve never owned a biker jacket but I would really like to try one , I see them everywhere and think it would make a great addition to my wardrobe. For my shoes I’ve kept there suede theme going and have chosen some black loafers. They look beautiful and the wooden effect bottom really adds to the look. These shoes could be used with lots of different outfits and would be a really worth while purchase.

Skin Therapy Haul

I recently purchased some new skincare from Wilkos. I had never seen this brand any where before and decided to give it a go. The brand is Skin Therapy , I believe it is a Wilko own brand range. All the items retailed for only 95 pence. So for that price I couldn’t not try them, I currently use Liz Earle products , so if these are any good I could end up saving myself a fortune.

There were two different ranges , one for sensitive skin and another for problem skin. I picked up the Tea Tree gentle facial scrub , Tea Tree moisturizing lotion and The sensitive skin cleanser. The packaging is very simple and sleek.

The cleanser is fragrance , alcohol and colour free , so would work well on sensitive skin and not aggravate it.  Both products from the problem skin line smell of tea tree but it is not over powering.

From first impressions these products seem to be similar to most skincare I’ve used , let me know if you have used any of the skincare from this line or would like me to update you on how these products work for me. Please follow my blog and my twitter @Megs_Edit for regular updates and blog posts.

 

 

 

 

My New Nail Discovery

 

I’ve always painted my nails using regular nail varnish and up until now it’s worked well for me. Whilst I was sales shopping I came across a gel nail kit reduced to £10.00 s and decided to give it a go and I wouldn’t go back. The gel doesn’t take much longer than normal nail varnish and it lasts so much longer.

 

I currently have a classic red and a blushed pink nail varnish but there is every colour available you could think of ! As well as colour changing ! Yes you heard it colour changing. Most importantly it is so easy to take off , either soak it in warm water or use the remover that comes with the kit. I honestly think it could change the way I paint my nails forever.

I have just made a rather big order of nail varnish , so if you would like to see a nail varnish haul let me know.