We don't talk enough about horsey stuff here on the blog, so I think it's definitely time for another horsey holy grail!
The product that is a holy grail for me down the yard is NAF's NAF OFF Extra Effect Fly Repellent.
There are a lot of brands that make fly repellents, but finding one that actually works is another question. This one by NAF is one of very few I have tried that seems to work!
So why do I like this one so much?
Well firstly the packaging/ branding is great & NAF are a brand with a great reputation for a lot of different horse products (including medical, supplements & more). This fly spray also seems to last me quite a while, the standard size of these is 750ml.
Another thing, like I mentioned before, this fly spray actually works. It does actually repel flies! I would say it needs reapplying after about 4 hours though.
Another product which is the same as this, is the gel version is also a favourite of mine. It can last up to 6 hours from my experience & is perfect for sensitive skin areas. For example if your horse has pink hair swirls or sensitive eyes, the gel version of this is perfect.
So if you haven't tried any of NAF's fly repellent products, I'd definitely recommend them!
We all love a bargain, especially when it comes to make up!
There quite a few ranges in the UK that have products as cheap as only £1.
Now, like a lot of people I would imagine that the quality of some of these £1 items is a bit hit & miss. Although I haven't many items from these ranges so it is hard for me to say.
The £1 item we're going to be reviewing today is the Make Up Academy (MUA) Eyebrow Pencil.
So the pencil itself is duel ended, the one end is the pencil whilst the other is a brush. Now I have to say it's not the usual brush shape, it's just a flat brush. However I feel like it's quite a decent brush, especially given the low price of the product.
The pencil is available in three shade I think, blonde, brown & black. So if you're a redhead this product probably won't suit you very well. The shade I have is brown.
So the shade range is rather limited & to be honest the brown for me is too dark.
The quality of the pencil is actually alright, it's not too dry or to waxy. It is pretty easy to sharpen too, as in it doesn't break off really easy. I think with pencils it's all down to having them sharp, if they're sharp they are generally all alright & this one is no different.
Overall I'd say it's an alright product, however it's not something I reach for as I prefer to use powder to fill in my brows.
So today's Lush product review is their Comforter Bubbler Bar.
I love bath bombs, but they don't really creates bubbles which are a perfect little addition to any bath, so this is where Bubble Bars come in. So I like to combine both a bath bomb & some bubble bar in my baths.
Bubble Bars are great as they are better value for money, due to them being reusable. Instead of putting the whole thing in, simply break a bit off and run it under the tap.
Now onto this specific Bubble Bar, The Comforter Bubble bar has an amazing smell! It's super sweet, it reminds me of a type of sweet I used to have as a kid. However I can't figure out what sweet it is. Neither way it really is very comforting, to me anyway.
It also adds a lovely pink colour to your bath water, as well as looking amazing on your shelf or wherever you display your Lush products (let's face it we all do).
I feel like it's about time I did a bit of a life update, because a lot of things have changed over the last 6 months.
So first things first, my health has started to improve massively!
This is because we actually found out what it was that was making me ill... stress.
So the long & short of it is that I have removed some of the really stressful things from my life. I have also started having some CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy).
Another part of my life that has changed is my relationship status. Now if you've been here awhile you'll know that I did have a boyfriend, however that relationship ended back in February.
I since have met someone else.
This someone else is Liam & well we just love each other so much!
We are planning to do some youtube videos together, so sit tight you'll get to meet him properly soon.
Even though we haven't been together that long we already live together, have been on holiday & now have a puppy! What can I say you just know sometimes :)
Above is a photo of us in Rome!
Now onto the gym/ fitness side of things.
I have been religiously going to the gym now since February and it has been great! It is perfect to help me de-stress & focus my thoughts/ feelings. I don't have a strict goal yet, but I think if I do decide to compete in anything it would be powerlifting, heavy weights are fun!
I've seen a lot of physical changes because of my training including weight lose, more muscle definition, more energy & more motivation.
That's right, I have another Lush demo & review for you.
What can I say, I'm just in love with the stuff at the moment.
So the product we're reviewing today is their Dragon's Egg Bath Bomb.
So this bath bomb is meant to be very citrusy making it refreshing & invigorating.
It is also meant to change you bath water to a beautiful golden colour, hidden inside the egg.
I will say the citrus scent of this bath bomb is right up my street, I love scents like that. It really does refresh you & perk you up a bit. I also love the little colourful bursts it gives off whilst fizzing away.
However the only problem I had with this bath bomb is it didn't completely dissolve, so I was left with a big lump floating round my bath.
Lip balm, an absolute essential. Whenever & wherever!
I've tried so many different lip balms throughout the years & still haven't found one that I wholeheartedly love (sad face).
So I've been testing out some of The Body Shop's Lip Butters.
The flavours I picked up are Strawberry & Honeymania.
These are pot packaged lip balms which aren't my preferred type of packaging, for hygiene reasons. Also when you have long nails it's a nightmare, it just ends up all under your nails!
That aside though the scent of these is nice but not too overpowering, even when on the lips & in the pot. I do prefer the honey though, as it's not quite as sweet.
The formula is quite thick & hard in the pot, but warms & softens quickly when you use it. In fact, when softened I would say it's quite a thin so I tend to apply a good amount.
Overall if you like your lip balm in a cute convenient pot, which actually works then they're definitely worth trying. I would recommend the Honey over the Strawberry though.
July has come to an end, so it's time for some favourites.
An usual it is a mixture of different items ranging from beauty to fitness!
Below are the items I've been loving from the last month & my favourites video.
Urban Decay Naked Smoky palette
I love the Urban Decay Naked palettes in general & this one is no different! This one is the newest in their collection & has a great variety of shades. The shades range from cool to warm tones & have different finishes. In fact I like that there are more matte shades in this palette than all of the other Naked palettes. It is a really versatile palette, with great quality shadows.
The Body Shop Green Tea body wash
I got this product in my advent at Christmas time & have only just got round to using it. I wish I'd tried it sooner though! It's amazing!
I love the scent & how refreshing it is. I love to use this especially when I'm showering after the gym, as it feels so clean & refreshing.
Barry M Gelly Hi-Shine nail paint in Blueberry
If you guys have been on this blog for a while now you'll already know that I really like this nail polish formula by Barry M. Also they are an absolute bargain at approximately £3.00 each!
This shade is a new addition to my collection & I love it.
It's a pastel light blue shade, perfect for summertime!
GlamGlow ThirstyMud face mask
I love the GlamGlow Supermud mask, so decided to try some of their other masks too & I have to say I have not been disappointed so far. This one is the hydrating mask, which I don't need too much but when I do this is perfect. It smells incredible (of pure coconut) & really is hydrating.
On Amino Energy in Orange Cooler
As I have been getting into my fitness I have decided to try some supplements, especially BCAAs. They aid in recovery after working out. However I do also like something with a bit of caffeine to aid during/before my workouts. So this product is perfect as it contains both. It also tastes really nice, which is not usually the case with supplements.
Nature's Store Chocolate Orange Rice Cakes
These are just awesome, so simple but so awesome. If you're after a sweet chocolatey snack but don't want to go the whole way with a chocolate bar, try these. They are healthier & lower in calories! They also taste like Terry's chocolate orange! Perfect for those sweet cravings!
Candy Kittens
I wouldn't be surprised if I've favourites these before, because they are soooo good! They are gluten free gummy sweets, not that healthy but a sweet treat. They comes in lots of amazing yummy flavours & some are even Vegan!
There are some additional favourites not pictured, but check out the video for those!
I mean lets be honest there's just so much stuff to try.
I recently hauled a few things from Lush, so as usual I'd like to review them.
Today we're going to be talking about Big Blue.
Big Blue is one of their bath bombs from their permeant range. It is meant to evoke summer time and the seaside, as it contains sea salt & seaweed. It's scent is perfect beachiness, which I think is really nice & refreshing.
The combination of seaweed & sea salt makes for really exfoliating yet softening on the skin.
It also contains oils which act to clear the mind, cleanse & as an antiseptic. So if you're feeling a little stressed & are having some skin issues this bath bomb is the one for you. I actually keep getting bitten at the moment, due to the weather & the antiseptic in this bath bomb has soothed them lovely!
The only thing I don't like is removing the seaweed from the bath. It does tend to get stuck in the plughole, so be prepared to get it out with your hands (not so relaxing).
Hi, I'm Eve. I'm a 23 year old professional photographer, who also has an interest in blogging/ vlogging. I like to write about anything really, from beauty to health issues!
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