Face mapping - free chart

 

Afternoon bloggers, 

I figured this would be a good thing to write about since Christmas is coming & our skin tends to face most breakouts throughout seasons i.e. different climates, intake of more sugar/alcohol/processed food etc... You can apply whatever skin care you like - however if you have underlying skin problems then this will definitely help you. 

Your skin is a great reflection on your diet. I have luckily never been a sufferer of acne however, I have struggled with bumpy skin surfaces what sometimes is defined to some people as 'under the skin spots' so to tackle this problem I have took a look into my diet & well being. 

As you can see I don't have to do much talking as the face graph explains it all. If you have a lot of dairy, for example - you will notice this in the bladder area i.e. the forehead. Therefore I am actually just going to explain what you should be doing in order to tackle your skin area issue. 

Christmas is coming! Therefore please DO NOT wipe out all the yummy things you should be eating in order too maintain this idea of fantastic skin! What I do advise from what I have learnt recently is to keep your diet balanced. This is the time of year for me where I tend to eat a lot more carbs however I make sure their usually whole grain and I eat brown rice and I leave the unlimited amount of potatoes for Christmas day! I can get away with this now as I started my new job a week ago which means I now have a nice 25 minutes power walk back and forth each day. I also eat so much fish and chicken it's unreal & I drink my body weight in water and green tea at work and at home so I pretty much am already easily balanced with food.

If you have my problem or acne or uneven skin tone etc... products do work! However usually the product is underlying and you may need to just write down what you eat day in and day out. Regular detox days are important especially after a heavy weekend partying or eating out! 

Overall, my point is that Christmas I don't think is anybody's prime time to be losing weight. It's a time where we all wrap anyway so stuff the calories! However if you're on about skin care over winter here are some things to avoid and cut back on possibly too avoid major breakouts - I am not talking about small breakouts which are bound to happen. 

• Central heating - this plays havoc with your skin apparently! So layering up in the house is probably a better option. 

• Caffeine - coffees and energy drinks are okay maybe one in the morning to wake yourself up, but try and drink water and other teas and drinks in the day which are preferably sugar free. 

• Too much alcohol - try and make sure you're keeping hydrated between drinks or before your night and after. This is a vital role in actually keeping your hangover at bay which I am sure everyone wants but your body also isn't going into complete Dehydration! If you're having troubles with your forehead then this is where your liver is unhappy. 

• Too little exercise - I have no excuses anymore. I don't own a car and their are no buses that go my way to work so I have at least 50 minutes fast walking a day which I need to be honest when working at a computer all day! 

Their are plenty more things you can do however these are just tips I have learnt from my personal experiences. One thing I would like to write about next time is starting from today I will be doing a 30 day skin map hopefully where each day I will be able track my progress & changes in my diet to help eliminate these skin issues and then to share with you guys! 

I hope I have helped a few of you with just general skin care tips or ideas - this was just something I was thinking about on my dinner today and I thought it may come in handy.

Please feel free to share your thoughts, comments and problems as well - I am always more than delighted to engage conversation!

Happy Blogging, 

x

p.s: there has been no content taken from any website. Everything was written by myself. These articles take a good hour to write so therefore I would not waste my time false advertising products. If I have reviewed a product on request I will state that. However this will make no difference to my opinion. If the product is simply awful or just doesn't do it for me - I kindly decline the offer. If I have brought it myself, I will state my honest experience. I am not sponsored by anyone to advertise, but I am open to samples/testing and product reviews. You can contact me over here at: wynnemariasophie@gmail.com

Nip + Fab Giveaway!

Hello lovely bloggers,

I decided to do a small giveaway too just celebrate it coming Christmas really and for all the small sized audience I have who love too read my posts :) 

I love Nip + Fab, not sure about you but it's going too be a nice and relative gift for christmas, straight too the point I am - the link and all of the details are below.. when I say all, their really isn't a lot, however I would appreciate you follow them all please. 

Also noting anyone that completes all the entries then un-follows before or after the competition will be blocked and removed from my further giveaways. 

Many thanks, good luck 
xx

Review my Polyvore below:

giveaway over on my blog! by sophie-wynne-i featuring Nip+Fab gift sets & kits

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Glossybox Harvey Nichols Christmas Box - Almost spoiler!

Hey you guys! 

I have been working a whole solid night on my blog basically looking for inspiration, bloggers, trends and so on... I definitely DID come across this beauty! As I'm pretty aware, most bloggers or even none bloggers know about these wonderful boxes we subscribe too and they send us a box each month full of goodies? Well I think this tops them all! The beauty of this box is that it's not like any other normal subscription box - this one is a premium box that's limited edition - oh yes, we love that bit don't we! I have heard that - just like when you've tried too order foundation off Sephora and you can't for air delivery purposes - Ireland do have posting restrictions so instead of the nail colour, you will receive a full size Avoplex hand cream.. can't complain! Now then are you ready for the beast of all beasts? Then read on! 

So in the box you have the following:

• Laura Mercier Foundation primer
• Dermalogica Overnight repair serum
• Macadamia Oil
• Benefit they're real mascara
• Rodial Bee veenom moisturiser
• NARS mini satin lip pencil in Rikugien
• La coupe intensive hair repair
• Harvey Nichols mini scented candle ( we love scented candles! )
• Show beauty - dry shampoo a glam version of Batiste ladies! 
• OP Nail Polish in Viking or if you're an Ireland beauty - Avoplex hand cream

Price of the box: £30 (plus P&P) for subscribers or £35 (plus p&p) for non subscribers. If you are subscribed you will not receive the box straight away due too the limited edition business There is only 2000 available so you need to be fast! Monday the 10th November is the opening day for the pre-order list + they go on sale on the 17th. 

I think the price for the box is actually quite generous considering I can see at least 5 big beauty brands in that box so I would hopefully love to be able the chance of getting this special edition! 

What do you guys think? 

Let me know in the comments below and if you want too know more about the subscription plans with Glossy box & the limited edition box in more detail, click the links below:

subscriptions & limited edition more info

Why is Coconut Oil good for you?

Hello bloggers,

So the other week I discovered 'skinny coconut oil' as I was reading a lot about coconut oil and I came across their intsagram and fell in love. Below is a picture of some of their designs. They are not a UK company however I know that payday comes - I have a wish list from their website! That is when I will be able too review them and tell you all what I think.. until then though, I am going too be sharing with you why coconut oil is mainly important in the winter..

Did you know that the coconuts this company uses are harvested in Vietnam? That's right, not your nearest farm near a polluted base of factories... Vietnam! Straight from the source you always get your moneys worth. 

Coconut in general too drink can be very sweet and off-putting for some people I get that. Yet how about incorporating it into your foods? your hair masks? face masks? and so on... Coconuts are great for the winter simply because:

1. After all that Christmas boozing coming up and staff parties, celebration boxes and Sunday roasts.. it aids digestion, which means it will help make the stomach feel a little lighter and you not feeling so sluggish! 
2. We all know that in winter, we don't want too go out and run or even attempt to go to the gym, really do we? Anyone that does - you're brave! I know that after work the only thing  I want too do is to get into my comfy clothes and relax! Yet what happens when we stop exercising as much and eating those high-metabolism foods? It drops yet luckily.. coconut oil stimulates your metabolism!
3. I think this is the best one. During winter women tend to deal with the S.A.D - seasonal affect disorder, i'm on them lines somewhere and basically your body goes into shutdown. It's a horrible thing too deal with but you're not alone! Coconut oil also improves energy levels, aids in weight loss, helps to keep blood sugar levels stable AND it adds too the aid of absorption of minerals and nutrients! Wow.. and breathe!
4. IT STRENGTHENS THE IMMUNE SYSTEM! This is vital - so many nasty bugs are going around all the time... keeping your immune system high is key. You need too protect your body and put that first because you only get one body so really you should be treating it as if it's a temple. Simply as Lemsip's relieve the symptoms of a cold but your body is what actually fights the cold off!
5. A big thing round Christmas is Depression. Sadly not everyone enjoys it and sometimes it's the worst time of the year for some people because their usually without family, a job, money, loved ones and sometimes even their homes. However depression also occurs in like i referred to before S.A.D in women - coconut oil can lift your mood and make you feel better about yourself simply because the more nutrients your body is given, the better you feel mentally. You should know this as in if you've been on a very heavy junk-fuled, boozing, partying weekend.. you feel like rubbish, but imagine doing everything differently!

Adding too that, you're probably thinking this can't be real.. well it can all do this! Simply put it this way, healthy/clean foods - basically a cave-mans diet are packed full of all the goodness you need. You can still have your cravings, as long as you source your main meals around food from the earth! Coconut's are vital for great health and I could list so many more pointers.. but I simply have outlined the winter affects mainly and how coconuts can prevent and better those conditions. 

I hope you have enjoyed reading and go and check out skinnycoconutoil, it's the new craze! 

Your Tea review.. what is the hype all about?

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Hello bloggers!

I am not one too ramble when it comes too reviews as I know you're reading too probably get a straightforward, honest review before you buy this product. I am just claiming obviously that my opinions are 100% honest and I know that anyone can just say that, however when you read the end of this article - I think you'll find I am fair with everything I say.. enjoy! 

What is it & how will it benefit me?
Now I am going too link you too their website because basically the tea is defined for one main thing which is cleansing of the digestive system therefore, you can read all the official 'about' information here so you know I am not lying hehe :) 

http://www.yourtea.com/

How has it benefited you Sophie and what made you buy the tea?
As a blogger I am updated constantly with the latest trends involving beauty, lifestyle, fitness and so on... therefore I have actually heard of the tea for quite some time but if you're anything like me - I always review the product before I buy it and that is just not from one blogger. 

The first thing I thought was 'Oh my can it live up too its expectations?' It's not overly expensive too be fair but I didn't want too waste my money If i was getting it shipped. 
below is a picture of my face very recent around 5 days ago after eating clean & drinking 'your tea'.. as you can see yes I am wearing make-up, but my skin has never felt better and smoother than the last two weeks.. and it's becoming winter! 

The biggest mistake you can make before buying the tea if you're considering it?...
Be careful of instagram accounts and other bloggers. Some of the teas are either one week/two week or month detox progress. However I am not stating that they're lying.. I am simply just saying you cannot believe those photos just because they said it. I must admit if it's the truth - god bless them they look fantastic! Yet I am sure anyone who's been blagged before and false advertised like myself knows too be careful and wary of people promotion 'your tea' i.e. half the photos you see could be genuine progress. However some could be an 'empty/breathing in stomach in the morning' as an after shot and the before shot could be a picture of them breathing out and maybe 2lbs heavier? Just try and look at it that way - I in no way mean too be nasty or rude please I am not like that :-), I am just trying too tell any new users too be aware of this because some people sadly ruin it for the others. 

I understand that if you see more than good than bad reviews it's likely too appeal too you that way - but moral of that section^: do your own research too save disappointment.
below are some examples of 'yourtea' users:
(I just found these on Google images the first few if you want too find them):

You possibly may have seen a girl or a guy because men can buy it too - that have amazing before and after pictures. This tea will not make you lose weight on it's own - I repeat, this tea will not work magic for you ... on it's own. 

I benefited from the tea because I went through a stage where I completely binged for like a whole week. My water intake was horrendous, I wasn't eating vegetables.. I was eating junk all week I had no idea what came over me. My stomach was what you call 'a swamp' It looked as if I was carrying a baby no word of a lie! So I did a lot of research on the tea and decided too incorporate it into my lifestyle.

From this the tea is very filling and I also drink a lot of green tea anyway so the two combined was ideal for me anyway. I started too get back too running, I cut out processed junk and drank at least 2ltr water a day. By the third day is when usually you start too notice small changes. My stomach felt so much lighter. I felt more energized because obviously water is the majority of your body and I also had better skin. If you also struggle with lactose intolerant - 'yourtea' can help with bloating which is something I struggle with. 

I cut down from 3 sachets too 2 a day now because I eat a lot of super foods i.e. berries, kale, spinach etc so I don't feel like I need that digestive lift anymore. However I do feel like 'yourtea' will have a huge sales increase before or mainly after Christmas because that is the time that you're going too splurge - you have too! Yes your digestive system will go through hell & back and it will show, so treat your body the right way! 

Adding to that, their are so many upcoming tea's now trying too compete with 'yourtea' but I would recommend this one as beware of 'skinny tea' ... this has laxatives in I believe and you will lose weight but the extremely un-healthy way where you will just be on the loo and everything else that comes with that! 

I hope you enjoyed my review and grabbed my specific of the tea.. Very good for the digestive system yet you want maximum results? You don't need the tea too lose weight - just eat clean and move more and drink plenty! However, Involve that tea with that healthier lifestyle and I can promise you now.. you will see results. It's not magic - it's fact :) 

Please leave your comments below and let me know what you think and any suggestions on next post you would like too see? Happy blogging xox

email: wynnemariasophie@gmail.com

My October Makeup Haul!

Hi Everyone! I hope you have had  a super scary and exciting Halloween! I went too Liverpool for Halloween with my friends and stayed in a gorgeous 5* hotel and we partied the night away.. it was amazing! On our way home we went too Cheshire Oaks near Liverpool, UK & we got a little carried away whilst shopping! Here are the beauty products I have brought, tested and now I would like too share my opinion with you... 

Double Wear

I have had this foundation for around 2-3 weeks actually. The bottle is without a pump and as soon as you unscrew the top - it's literally all open so I have been using an ear bud too use the foundation. I dip the ear bud in there (clean obviously haha) and then dab on the areas on my face. I use a beauty blender as I do not like applying makeup with brushes unless it's eye shadow. This is because I feel like the foundation blends more and not as much gets wasted and lost within the bristles of a brush. 

The foundation is thick and I have noticed that the coverage yes... it's 100% amazing coverage and It DOES last a good 8 hours. I have struggled for so long too find a foundation like this and it did cost me £29.50 but I know Estee Lauder is a company I would trust with my money so it's definitely worth while with what it promises. 

Adding too that however.. I have blended one application of the foundation, thinking I could then add some more maybe too my freckles when I am going out - the foundation seems very hard too blend then. I have noticed my makeup then gets that dirty/muddy look as soon as I apply another layer. It also doesn't matter what I have done too prime my skin either. This is leading onto why I have brought the other products.

 Double Wear Concealer (stay in place)

I am quite frankly struggling with bags already and I am 18! I work nights, have either too much sleep or too much, I haven't invested in any eye creams or potions because I didn't think I'd need too. However yes in the morning, I have noticed I have been getting bags and just an un-youthful look around my eyes and I realized maybe now it's time too take care of them and in the meantime.. disguise them! 

When I went too get a match for the foundation - the lady also recommended me this which I absolutely fell in love with. You can apply this after or before the foundation. However the concealer is very thick and I think since the foundation is thick to apply, I would apply this first and I apply it using my fingers. I would recommend dabbing the product in your desired areas. Mine would be my eyes and around my chin. This concealer is RRP £21.50 however I grabbed a bargain on my shopping trip at just £15.50 and the light shade to medium.

Smashbox Photo Finish primer.

Okay.. I think we all know no matter what foundation you are wearing - a primer makes all the difference. I have tried MAC, Maybelline, L'Oreal, NYC and many other primers. I know it's so easy too stick too what you know however their are so many amazing beauty products appearing - and they definitely just need too be given a go! 

I hold my hands up when I brought the foundation - I didn't wear a primer and I didn't even buy one on the day (only because I was limited with money) so I was obviously so excited when I brought a primer. Smash box is a company I would always swear by. Simply because I think we all put faith into companies who make-up artists use who we really like! I have never tried this one before however I have tried the oil-free primer and the photo finish light primer. Both of the products were - OK - however I didn't like the feel either of them had on my skin. That silky feeling for a primer has never grown on me when I can't see any product - If that makes sense? I would prefer a dewy finish as in my skin feels rich and plump.. everyone is too their own I guess. Although I must say I am not here too slate the company whatsoever I just didn't want anyone too think I was writing a false review as in I was getting paid too do this - just too clarify I am not.. I just want too become a successful beauty blogger one day. 

This primer is exactly the feel I don't necessarily like - it's very silky and smooth on the skin. I must give it brownie points though. The Estee Lauder foundation lasts amazing without primer anyway.. HOW GOOD IS THAT?! YET OH MY GOODNESS.. the primer with this AND the concealer - I think I'm onto a winner with the flawless finish look. 

Finally I would like too add - I wouldn't recommend the foundation every day simply because it's so thick It has made an impact on my skin, I had a major breakout on my chin and I think I need a more concentrated make-up cleanser when removing the product because I do know how important It is too remove make-up before bed but it's obviously just very heavy on my skin.

That is the only lesson I have took from this which is great to be honest, it's not a bad lesson because I have learnt something from my own personal experience: to invest in a good concealer and too wear a foundation that initially lets the skin breathe i.e. Hello Flawless by Benefit.

I am considering buying that and reviewing the product for you all too see i.e. comparing pictures with both foundations.

Overview

The Estee Lauder is fantastic for nights out, heavy work days and beach days as it does have SPF 10 which is great however obviously be careful with the photographs because we all know SPF plays havoc with making us look like ghosts in our photos! 

I hope you enjoyed my small but invested make-up haul and that you have took something from my experience..maybe you agree or disagree? Please feel free too leave a comment below or any business enquiries email me at: wynnemariasophie@gmail.com

At the moment I am not being sponsored or getting paid too advertise these products. I also am giving my 100% truthful opinion and I wouldn't ever false advertise a product. 

VICHY Idealia life serum & eyes review.

Hello everyone thank you for coming over too my blog today! Today I will be writing a review on VICHY Idealia products that I was sent in the post.

Okay first off... what is VICHY?
You're probably wondering who they are, what they do.. or you may not need to know as you already do! Vichy is an expert skin labatory who are spa based water, suitable for sensitive skin and their products hide no nasty Parabens.

BELOW IS PICTURES BEFORE AND AFTER:

Idealia life serum helps protect the appearance of skin and also to transform it. The skin is attacked every day by things we probably do not even realise.

Stress & late nights: a lust for partying then attending work the next day will definitely take toll in the feel of your skin and a greater-youthless appearance.

UV RAYS: premature skin aging is caused by exposure to UV rays causing wrinkles, dark spots and loss of firmness. Trust me, those sunbeds and excessive hours in the sun unprotected will catch up on you sooner than later!!

Environment: pollution & exposure to harsh & erratic seasonal weather changes will definitely make the skin feel dull, worn down and possibly puffy looking.

First of all - life serum tested:
complexion looks radiant? Definitely so. Not too mention the smell is PHENOMINAL! The serum didn't feel oily on my skin more like silk, it was very easy to blend and really did make my skin feel like a peach. I have sensitive skin and redness on the cheeks and the serum definitely was a sootheing factor covering the appearance of blemishes and dullness. It felt more like an illuminator or my Garnier BB cream because of the texture yet also, the serum actually is a light foundation colour.

Skin tone appears more even? I would have to give that a yes indeed. I think with the serum I just felt like I had a lot more to do with my male up because it did feel like a primer and my makeup did go on better to be honest however at the age of 18... my skin tone is pretty much okay though!

Pores look refined: I would also have to give that a yes because the only places I get any outbreak is around my nose or my chin and my pores definitely did look refined, it probably did help that beforehand I steamed my face as I am all bunged up so my pores were thoroughly cleaned beforehand 😊

Skin feels smoother: Most definitely I was absolutely amazed. I have oily/combination skin and therefore I am a person to stray from moisturising products etc. Yet this serum just felt like a gods send. My skin was so soft, smelt out of this world and it also helped with my very late night and lack of sleep coverage!!!

Second of all: Idealia eyes:

Reduces the look of fine lines/ leaves eye contour feeling softer, hydrated & more supple: even though I am 18, I do obviously have sleepless nights and stress on my plate so my eyes tend too look very puffy every morning unless I get a good night's sleep. The serum for the eyes more a less made my eyes feel more hydrated, not as tight around the outer eye socket and they made my eyes feel as if I had been sat with cucumber slices over them!

Please note: I would never fake a good review on my blog because It is linked too my primary tumblr with a tonne of great followers and I wouldn't want too risk losing their trust or getting a bad name for myself as a blogger. All my answers are from personal experience with the products and please everyone must remember that different people react differently to the same products because usually they have a different skin type.

Thank you so much for reading again, I am honestly over the moon that I have found a serum that is Clinically proven efficacy. Please check out VICHY guys on Twitter, Facebook and their website today:
vichy.co.uk/livealittle
vichy.i.e/livealittle

How to get the perfect-out-of-the-bottle tan with me!

First of all, hello to you all! I have been on vacation for two weeks almost and I have so much to update on. Second of all which I guess should have come first of all.. I'm sorry that those exfoliating gloves look so GROSS yuck I just used them before taking the picture (silly I know) however, it may prove a point soon hehe. 

First of all these are my main 4 must haves before applying fake tan, you can't get the even, natural tan you're hoping for if you exclude one of the products. All of the products are cheap & from the high street and you're not going to break the bank. Their is no point writing a review and not telling the truth as people are potentially looking for a final answer before purchasing a product, so why live it up when it's not all that it's supposed to be? However I only have good to speak about all of these products.

1. The mit first of all is a must. I've tried the sock on the hand, I've tried the gloves also too - both having ended in a disaster each time. I love the mit (mine is from Boots UK) because you can throw it in the wash and keep it's condition, it's a larger applicator so you can even the product out more on your skin in way you can actually control - no obvious glove marks & also if you may have left any exfoliate on or moisturizer beforehand and that dead skin appears more obvious than ever, having a proper rub in that area helps banish that! However when I notice I have this problem in one or more areas, usually my arms & legs.. I tend to get back in the shower extra hot water + scrub away, then try again. 
2. The Palmer's Cocoa Butter body scrub smells delicious. I could sit there and smell the tub all day long! So imagine when you're covered head to toe in it! My mum brought this home for me so I haven't got an ideal place of where the product was purchased, however all the links for the products will be available below at the end of the review. I love Palmer's products so this was just a definite must to buy. I have been extremely happy with the product, however because of the smell I get to carried away and fly through a tub :( Palmer's cocoa butter has a really high concentration of cocoa butter so it delivers the goods in softening, smoothing and relieving dead or dry skin. The mix is very gritty, so obviously my best advice is to be used in the shower or bath and not over the sink for one section i.e. your arms as it will be everywhere possibly! Another excellent thing is the product smooths and blends scars, marks & stretch marks leaving the body irresistibly silky!  
3. The exfoliating gloves are a must have in my life! Not even to apply fake tan, just to get rid of the dead skin or to refresh my skin. I love exfoliating my skin 1-2 times a week with these as I can control with my fingers where I want to put pressure on i.e. it's not a solid object so I can safely guide the glove around my eyes. I like to use the gloves just with water or NSPA facial hot gel & as a treat my LUSH mud mask exfoliate. Exfoliating in circular motions also gets the oxygen quicker to blood cells in success, getting rid of the likeliness of cellulite! WIN!
4. Finally, the main superhero in the picture - the fake tan itself. This is something you can pick up in Boots, Home Bargains, B&M's, Superdrug, Body care.. anywhere nearly! I have been using this for almost 4 years & I have tried the light, medium & dark & we always have at least a dark & medium stocked up in the bathroom each week haha! I like to apply a full coverage of the shade light to my face and then a little shade of dark to my forehead & dark shade all over my body. If I'm having a big night out, I'll do two shades dark the night beforehand, and shower it off that morning following the shower do another dark & shower 4 hours later. The fake tan doesn't deliver that horrible fake-tan curry smell. It has a slight scent I'm not going to lie it's bound too.. but it's not nasty I can hold my hands up to that! 

Luckily I have just got back from Gran Canaria so I haven't had to use the fake tan recently, but I'm sure it's going to make an appearance in a few weeks haha! I hope you enjoyed my article, please feel free to get in touch or to comment or ask any questions. Happy blogging bloggers xo

Shade dark used in the picture below, 

Shade light used once in the picture above ^

Links to purchases

1. http://www.boots.com/en/Palmer's-Cocoa-Butter-Formula-Original-Solid-Formula-Jar---1-x-100g_9953/?cm_mmc=pla-_-google-_-PLAs-_-Boots+Shopping+-+All+Products
2. http://www.boots.com/en/Soltan-Beautiful-Bronze-Self-Tan-Applicator-Mitt_1207018/
3. http://www.marksandspencer.com/body-care-exfoliating-gloves/p/p22233812?extid=ps_ggl_UK_Gen_,Beauty+_PLABeauty+--%3E+Bath+&+Body+--%3E+Bath+&+Shower+--%3E+Accessories_M&S+Body+Care+Exfoliating+Gloves&ef_id=UaselQAABejpPHHV:20140807234028:s
4. http://www.boots.com/en/St.-Moriz-Instant-Self-Tanning-Mousse-Medium-200ml_1361821/?cm_mmc=pla-_-google-_-PLAs-_-Boots+Shopping+-+All+Products

Understanding 80% food + 20& gym - my story, tips, advice + understanding...

I have struggled with this concept wondering how when cardio burns fat? when in fact, certain foods burn fat but also put the pounds on as well! I have struggled with this whole dieting, losing weight, putting on weight all my teens and I’ve finally after three years nailed it from mistakes I’ve made. 

** PLEASE NOTE - I AM NOT CLAIMING TO BE A PROFESSIONAL, NUTRITIONAL, FITNESS FANATIC OR ANYTHING - THESE ARE MY OWN LESSONS + TIPS FROM MY EXPERIENCE **

Your metabolism is absolute key in this.Have you heard of the saying ‘you can’t run a car without any fuel and the car will break down if you put the wrong fuel in?' - this is describing your food perfectly. Skipping breakfast is a biggie, yet sometimes we can’t avoid busy schedules + lying in til dinner. What you eat AND drink is important to watch. Counting calories is NOT fun and ideal because it leads to matters i will explain soon- if the food is natural, i.e. fruit, fish, vegetables etc.. tuck in to them all! Just be careful on the fruit though because I’ve read more and more articles about fruit being sweet.. it can trigger a sweet tooth? surely.. just grab another juicy fruit! Secondly 'fattening fish' - don't avoid it completely. Salmon, mackerel and sea bass all contain BODY LOVING NUTRIENTS. The kind of fish that make your hair glow, grow + strengthen! Nails are stronger, more energy, brighter eyes & more concentration levels. Take it from me when talking about fish, I live with a vegetarian mother + I’ve been a fish merchant for over 5 years. If you can stomach the smell & taste, then good on you and keep it up at least 3 times a week! I ordered ‘yourtea’ about three weeks ago, had it for three days and stopped - if you don’t know about yourtea you can find them on tumblr here (i’ll just give you all the links) : 

• http://www.yourtea.com/

• http://instagram.com/yourtea

• https://www.facebook.com/tinyteatox

• https://twitter.com/tinyteatox

• http://www.pinterest.com/yourtea/

• http://tinyteatox.tumblr.com/

Before I ramble on about what the tea has to offer, you can read & follow from the official links above ^ after doing what usual bloggers do ‘reviewing products before we actually buy them’ i decided to go for this tea as their are so many out there that offer this that and the other + this is the only tea I can actually review because I’ve tried it. I had to stop because when it’s time of the month for me, I get very bloated without even eating & the tea wasn’t helping + I didn’t think I’d find any benefits in that time. So I have saved them and I’m going to start again. I love green tea + your tea, I think their key along with a lot of water to help refresh the body, give it that boot kick + also flush out any excess water + garbage. As they do obviously point on.. the tea won’t give you the greatest benefits if you don’t work with it. Their is no point eating take out and junk all the time + not exercising. YOU ARE WHAT YOU EAT + DRINK.Getting frustrated at not seeing results? Here is some key advice for you, you need to be honest with yourself and monitor everything you’re drinking + eating. Their are loads of online apps that are free that offer this service or you can simply write it down on paper or your blog then do the following:

1. BE honest. Their is no point lying to yourself about what you’re eating like not logging that McDonald’s or chocolate bar - you’re only kidding yourself! 

1. Aim to burn 400-500 calories a day - does it haunt you staying on the elliptical machine for an hour to burn this? no worries, get outside, noom coach is an app i use to track my outdoor walking - counts my steps + map + cals burned! Easily burn 250 cals fast walking 20-30 mins, one in the morning + one at night? sorted! Just make sure you keep it fun and not used as a ‘task’ because you won’t end up walking far, changing my route + music motivates me! 

1. Find out on Google how many calories you need a day alone to actually function the body. When you find this, deduct 500. That’s your borderline and it’s down to you.

Cutting any more calories from that is dangerous because you COULD store fat and this could be where you’re going wrong because your metabolism is low i.e. - the cars bobbing a long as it’s running out of fuel. Keep stocked up on whole foods. I find eggs, bananas, porridge + fruit a good way to keep my appetite and cravings at bay. Understanding treats + ‘cheat day’These can work in your favor when losing weight. Yet so many people get the wrong end of the stick some people assume a cheat day consists of an actual binge in shockingly around 3000-5000 cals!! Cheat day is usually a small portion of something i.e. pizza, garlic bread, sugary drink, chocolate (organic or dark).. in small portions! Not in huge amounts.. this is how you will keep on track!Finally.. I know this article was a bit of everything, but I’ve obviously learnt so much from my own experience it’s shocked me. You have too find what is right for your and your body. Your body is the only one you’re going to get, so eat clean.. it’s tough and boring at first and it’s very easy to quit.. yet try and stick at it because believe you me, after even a few days, that ‘weight’ you needed to lose was water retention that you’ve flushed out, you’re feeling lighter, clearer mind, clearer skin & a healthier + stronger mindset. The more days that go without crisps, you don’t see it as deprivation any more - your WHOLE physiological mind set changes and you just don’t feel the need to eat those foods anymore because you’ve realized:

1. their just a quick, lazy fix when you’re hungry or bored

1. their loaded with pure nasty fat and cals

1. it doesn’t fill you up!! that fruit salad does instead! 

Overall what I do each week:

1. Pilates at home 2/3 times a week - 10 minute full leg blast workout - keeping my legs lean + toned.

1. gym 3/4 times a week - mixture of cardio, floor exercises + weights 

1. Walking outdoors - when I have a spare hour usually at night I go for a two/4 mile walk speed throughout ranges from 4.3/4.6mph

1. I eat lots of quorn for protein, lots of water, my teas.. no treats, home made meals usually with quorn + no diet pills or anything.. try to keep it natural and I’ve also shrunk my portion sizes a lot smaller.

April 2012 - June 2014: My highest weight: 76.3kgMy lowest weight: 50.8kg (i suffered with an ED after plummeting to my highest weight - was extremely distraught)My current healthy weight: 65kgI don’t go off scales because I’m a runner and I do a lot of squats with weights so muscle ways more than fat, however muscle burns more fat so my goal what I want to reach by August 2014 is 54kg. I’m hoping to stay dedicated! 

ASHISH X Topshop

Is anyone else loving ASHISH X for topshop?! My holiday is coming and I'm already going to purchase the 'Hi my name is... my room number is..' the tee is seriously cheeky & the products are ideal for lounging round the pool, outings or dressing them up into the night. They also have some gorgeous neon colored bikini's & swimsuits. Here are some of my favorite products which I've listed below.

This actually reminds me of something Rihanna would ware.. or Miley Cyrus? Anyone else got the same thoughts?

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