The other week (before lockdown) I popped into TK Maxx and noticed an egg cleansing foam... EGG! I’ve heard egg is supposed to be really good as a hair mask but I’ve never seen it in a cleanser. Out of pure interest, I HAD to buy it...

The brush has a curved bristle brush which is apparenlty designed to reach and coat every lash for a wide-eyed lash look. According to the L'Oreal website,  the long bristles elongate your lashes while the short bristles provide long-lasting curl.

I've been binging on Pinterest lately, completely obsessed with Autumn decor, and got very easily distracted by some of the swoon-worthy nail designs on there. I would never be able to do some of these clever designs on myself (well, I could probably do my left hand, but not my right!) so I'd have to have a very talented friend or go to a nail salon

So without further ado, these are my top picks... how stunning are they!

SOURCE: https://crushappy.com/20fall-nail-designs-that-are-beyond-perfect/22/

SOURCE: https://www.society19.com/uk/the-most-trendy-autumn-nail-colours-this-season/

SOURCE: https://chasingdaisiesblog.com/fall-nail-colors-fall-nails-inspiration/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=pinterest&utm_campaign=tailwind_tribes&utm_content=tribes&utm_term=817721182_34265184_480784

SOURCE: https://ombiaombia.wordpress.com/2019/04/12/cosmetics-34/

SOURCE: https://crushappy.com/70november-nail-art-ideas-that-are-perfect-for-thanksgiving/37/

SOURCE: https://www.instagram.com/tines_momente/

SOURCE: https://www.weddingforward.com/pinterest-nails/10/

When I clicked on Jesy Nelson's documentary on BBC iPlayer, I actually didn't intend on watching it all, and I certainly didn't expect to be so engrossed in it! I hovered over the documentary for a few minutes, debating whether or not to click play, after hearing so much about it online. Eventually curiosity got the better of me, and I clicked play. I snuggled into the sofa, casually expecting it to be about a shallow celebrity talking about her childhood and how becoming a pop-star had changed her life for the better, but I couldn't have been more wrong!

I didn't watch X Factor the year Little Mix won, and although I do like quite a lot of their songs, I don't claim to be a fan and I know very little about the group. I, like many others, have struggled with my image since secondary school and no amount of make up, clothes or compliments will boost my confidence or make me accept how I look. I was bullied in the playground and online, and at one point, I remember being petrified to go to school. Watching Jesy on the tv give such a heartfelt and emotional description of her life, and telling how X Factor had made her life worse rather than better, struck such a chord within me and I felt I could relate on so many levels.

Unlike Jesy though, I haven't been the victim of online trolls. Hearing some of the comments that she received on a daily basis disgusted me. I still can't quite believe some people have it in them to be so cruel to others, just because they think they are protected by the safety of their computer screens.

I thought it was interesting that the documentary wasn't solely about Jesy, and that she took the time to travel and meet other people who had experienced loss, and workshops who help support people who have been victims of bullying and abuse.

I was so completely absorbed by this documentary and I was literally moved to tears at a few points during it. It really makes you realise just how damaging social media can be. I actually think I am lucky that social media sites were introduced when I was a teenager (I did have msn though!) but I genuinely worry about the future generations who will grow up with social media and see it as 'the norm'.

It's finally October, my favourite month and my favourite season! It's also the start of Blogtober, a challenge where bloggers post every day throughout the month of October. There are no rules, posts can be about any topic, meaning people can get as creative as they want!
I actually think we're pretty lucky in the UK to have Autumn. I couldn't imagine living in a country where it's either summer or winter for the majority of the year... which leads me to my first post of Blogtober, '10 Things I Love about Autumn!'

 1. The colour
I know that technically autumn is the season where leaves die and fall from the trees, which, when you think about it, is quite depressing, but how pretty does that amber glow on the floor look?

2. Walks in the park
That 'crunch, crunch, crunch' sound is so relaxing, and the scenery is stunning.

3. The smell
Ok, this one is kind of difficult to explain but you know early in the morning when you leave the house; it's cold, it's damp, and there's a certain dewy smell in the air? That! That's the smell of autumn to me and I love it. Instantly I'm transported to those cold mornings walking to school and being forced to wait outside until the bell went. Also, the smell of a good pumpkin scented candle!

4. The temperature
I feel like Autumn is the 'Goldilocks' of the year when it comes to temperature; not too hot that you want to peel your skin off and have to endure the pain of chub-rub between your thighs, but not so cold that your nose stings and your body won't stop shivering
(side note: sorry, but writing that just reminded me of that scene from Miss Congeniality where William Shatner asks Miss Rhode Island to describe her perfect date, "April 25th. Because it's not too hot, not too cold, all you need is a light jacket.")
5. Pumpkin Spice Lattes
Need I say more?! I just wish there was a Starbucks on my way to work!

6. My Birthday!! 
Plus my dads, birthday, my mum's birthday and a few other friends... It's a busy (and expensive!) time of the year, but I love it

7. Pumpkin picking
I've promised myself that this year, I will not leave pumpkin picking til the last minute! It certainly gets very muddy, so a good pair of wellies is a must! But depending where you go, there's also other fun things to do, like kids lawn games and stalls selling hot drinks to keep you toastie!
8. Autumn fashion 
Bring on the layers! Scarves, jackets, cute hats, and of course, a chunky mustard knit! There are so many cute things in the shops at this time of year, it can get pretty dangerous on my bank account!

9. Halloween
Halloween can be as serious or as fun as you want it to be, and one thing in particular that I look forward to is decorating and making tasty treats for us to enjoy. I'm not keen on trick or treaters (but thats because in the past, our house has been egg'ed and thats what spoils the fun for me!) but I love seeing the little kiddos in the family dressed up, so cute!

10. Cosy nights in
What more could you want after a long day at work, than to be snuggled up on the sofa, feet up, the glow of a warm fire, a cosy blanket, a pumpkin spice latte (or hot chocolate!), scented candles burning and a good movie on the tv!