Origins Drink-Up Intensive Overnight Mask

Since seeing this recommended in a few YouTube videos I knew that I wanted to purchase it (cue the John Lewis discount - thank the lord!).

This stuff is incredible.

Created for skin that is a little lack lustre and in need of some moisture, Origins claim to awaken, refresh and replenish the skin in just a pump of product.

First off it smells divine (fresh and citrusy), and it's a nice thick (ish) consistency. It melts into the skin really quickly, and definitely leaves skin looking more alive the next morning.

At £23.00 a bottle, it's not super cheap, but you only have to use a small blob 2-3 times a week.

If there's one thing you need to ask Santa for, this is it!

I think I'll be asking for the Origins Christmas Crackers, filled with mini treats to see if I love their other products as much!

Beauty bits I can't stop using

I've tried and tried and tried not to buy countless foundations I don't need, but have never really succeeded. Something always comes out promising the best results, and I can't resist buying it, just to see if it can give that flawless effect it promises.

The most expensive and disappointing product to date is the Estee Lauder Double Wear Foundation - just a horrible cake mess of paint like foundation.

However I have found a foundation combination that I love!

(Don't judge their finish by the bad quality images!)

The colour match on both these foundations was a bit off to say the least (sorry MAC) however as soon as they're mixed together the MAC Studio Fix, and Bourjois Healthy Mix foundation are a beautiful combination.

The Bourjois gives a gorgeous glow to the skin, whilst the Studio Fix makes sure that it stays in place all day! 

A second item I just can't go a day without is the Maybelline Colour Tattoo Cream Eyeshadow. I do a long day, in work at 7.30 and not finishing until gone 6, however this stuff stays put (with just a little loss in intensity) all day long. Pretty good going for a product that I was wary might slip off. 

What can't you go a day without?

An interesting trip to....

I've been terrible and haven't written in weeks. But I'm glad I'm back, and can give you an insight into a little adventure I recently went on!

Welcome to Morocco......

We took a couple of days trip into the Atlas Mountains and the desert where we camped overnight. The views were immense (see above), and spending the night in the midst of such incredible scenery was like nothing else I've experienced. 

My all time highlight was visiting the souks in Marrakech. They're like no place i've been. Crowded, busy, colourful, vibrant, confusing and magical, all rolled into one. Bartering for decorated plates and intricate lanterns was an .... interesting experience to say the least. After a few unsuccessful attempts, I managed to get what I wanted for a quarter of the asking price! Win!

The one other place I've travelled to that has given me as good a feeling as Marrakech was Budapest (Hungary). Sometimes there is something about a place that you can't put into words, it just has good vibes! 

 If you're food and culture curious like I am, Morocco (and Marrakech specifically) is one million percent worth a visit. 

Have  you been anywhere as beautiful and intriguing as Morocco? 

Tell me where to go next, I'd love to know!