LUSH Skin

So you probably know by now that I have been experiencing some break outs recently due to my hormones (I am sorry I keep going on about this) and for someone who is normally blessed with good skin it is SO annoying and I now I know how lucky I am to have good skin!

Anyway, although I love my skin care routine, I needed something a little more to really fight these breakouts I'm having so my first thought was- Face mask!- Lush! After popping into lush not only did I come out with a Christmas bath bomb, a Halloween bath bomb and an Autumnal bath bomb... but I came out having purchased a cleanser and a gel spot treatment, these products are the ones that were recommended to me when I moaned to the lovely person in lush about my skin troubles!

The cleanser I was told to get is called Herbalism it is different to any other cleanser I have used before, this is because instead of being creamy or in a liquid form, it is intact a spongy solid consistency. You simple place a bit in your hand and add water before applying it to your face. Besides looking like a 'Green witch' as my mum said, I love this product. It leaves me feeling refreshed, my pores feel clean and it's as if I can feel it working on my skin instantly, which I love.

The spot treatment I purchased is called Grease Lightning and I LOVE IT. Firstly it comes in a pump so it is so easy to use and apply, it contains both Tea Tree and Witch Hazel- both of these ingredients are great for tackling spots quickly. I put this on morning and night on my spots and I can honestly say that this gel shrinks the spots over night and also prevents any more nasty breakouts from occurring! All I have to say is thank you Lush.

So that's all I have to share with you today, I hope you all have a nice weekend and I'll be back soon with another blog post!

Starting the gym!

So recently I have joined Fit for less and I have been going four to five times a week since I started. Before I first set foot in the gym I was so nervous and unsure of what to expect, In fact I almost talked my self out of it as I am such a worrier!

Luckily my boyfriend (Chad) has been going to the gym for quite a while now and therefore can guide me and show me how to work all the different machines at the gym, they may seem self explanatory but don't be surprised! If you're anything like me you will probably have a few giggles when you first try out a few of the machines but just laugh it off and then get to work!

For me visiting the gym isn't all about the physical results I see, I love coming home from a good gym session feeling so happy and uplifted- working out is not only great for your body but great for your mind and well being, so many good endorphins are released when working out and this is even more effective when at the gym as you are away from any distractions and mess that could distract you from performing at your best ability.

A few pieces of advice I would give to someone wanting to start:

1. Find someone to go with who already goes to the gym or invest in a personal trainer (this can be pricey but you will see the results and it will set you up perfectly)

     2. DO NOT worry about other people looking at you or judging you- This was something I was really concerned about however the reality is everyone is getting on with their own thing and really couldn't care about what you are doing!

   3. Avoid going every single day- Even if you are eager or want to see changes quick you need to give your body a day to rest and repair, this way you will see those results quicker and avoid bringing pain to your body!

4. Invest in some gym clothes that are comfortable and breathable, you don't have to spend a lot of money, I picked up a cheap gym top in Primark and it definitely does the job of cooling me down when I'm working out! The only thing I would invest in is a good pair of trainers whether they're Nike, Karrimor or another good brand you need to be comfortable when you're spending a lot of time on your feet.

5. Don't compare yourself to other people in the gym whether it be their appearance or progress.. concentrate on yourself and your progress, meeting your goals is all that matters!

I hope this helps if you are thinking about starting the gym but have a few worries and doubts! Just go for it and you won't regret it one bit!

Healthy Food favourites!

For those of you that don't already know i am coeliac and this means that finding alternatives for yummy food can be hard sometimes, and always more expensive(but that's not changing) and therefore although these are gluten free i thought i would share them with you as they are very healthy and also extremely tasty, in my opinion!

Firstly, ever since i have been diagnosed with being coeliac i have loved the 'Nakd' range- these are fruit/nut bars that use different natural ingredients to recreate classic favourites such as Chocolate orange and Strawberry shortbread using things such as dates and cocoa! My most recent favourite is the Bake well tart flavoured bar- it's made with Dates, Cashews and Raisins and to me it tastes just like a Bake well tart!

Something that i have been loving the last week or so is Quinoa crisps, they're such a good, healthy alternative to normal potato crisps as they have a much lower fat and salt content! I think that they are such a good, tasty snack and they come in some really nice flavours such as Sour cream and onion and Sun dried tomato and roasted garlic!

Another snack by 'Nakd', these Cocoa and Orange bites are so yummy and are great to turn to if you feel like something sweet but don't want to indulge in some Chocolate! I was very impressed with the flavours and texture of these and will definitely be picking up some more for my lunches at school!

Finally although it can't really be categorised as a food itself i have really been enjoying using flax seed in my smoothies and also mixed in to my breakfast cereals, it isn't really great for its flavours; it doesn't really have any, however it is very beneficial to your health and also a great thickener.

I have mentioned it before but i really do love it- it's a great source of Magnesium, Iron, Protein and Zinc!

That's all for today's post- I hope you have all had a good weekend and spoilt your mothers in some way this weekend!

Truly Innocent Smoothies!

As you might have figured out from seeing several smoothie posts on my Instagram or Snapchat, if you follow me (Lauryn1379) I am completely obsessed with Smoothies, the addiction started about a year ago and ever since I've managed to have my daily fix of a fresh smoothie!

-The NutriBullet  (Excuse how dirty mine is, the flash makes it look worse)

Abouta year ago i asked my dad if i could 'borrow' his Nutribullet which really we both really knew he wasn't going to get it back! After a week of experimenting with different fruits, greens and juices i discovered what i had been missing out on! This blitzer is so quick and easy to use and the outcome of the smoothies are amazing! There are 2 blades one for fruits and greens ect and another one for seeds and nuts, i really recommend this as I've loved it for over a year now.

-My favourite Smoothie Recipe!

Once you get past the green off putting colour this really is a refreshing, rejuvenating, feel good smoothie!

You Will Need:

1.Strawberries- 4 or 5 big ones will do

2.Blueberries and Raspberries!- I tend to go with a decent handful of each

3. Spinach!- fill around half of the smoothie cup with Spinach, it is a great source of protein, fibre and full of vitamins!

4. Natural Yoghurt- Personally i would stay away from sugary flavoured yoghurts and go with a low fat natural one, it is great for your immune system and contains many amino acids too!

5. Flax Seeds! This is great to put in your Smoothies as it's a source of Protein, Omega 3, Iron and Magnesium!