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  • 99p Tu Est Belle Body Spray By Designer Fragrances

    If you open my bag at any time of day, you will find the same items living in it. One of which is some form of fragrance, normally a body mist/spray. I carry one around with me so if and when I need to freshen up I can. One body spray which has been added to my collection recently is Tu Est Belle by Designer Fragrances. Bought from Home Bargains for 99p for 100ml.

    Designer Fragrances Tu Est Belle Body Spray
    Why did I buy this?

    I’ve bought and used other Designer Fragrances body sprays and enjoyed using them. This particular fragrance I hadn’t used before and I wanted to try it. Also the fact it was so affordable meant it was an easy, guilt free purchase to make which is a rare thing these days.

    Is this a dupe?

    The women and men’s body sprays are meant to resemble well know designer fragrances. I think this is inspired by Lancôme’s La Vie Est Belle. I can’t confirm or deny if this is the case as I haven’t smelt it.

    Packaging

    What I like about how Designer Fragrances package their body sprays is the fact they are all simple in look but individual, with each one standing out. All come in a typical aerosol type can, tall, quite thin and they are all coloured differently. Tu Est Belle is a pretty pale shade of purple/pink.

    Fragrance

    Tu Est Belle is a feminine and pretty scent. To my nose it’s made up of white florals, a little vanilla, and a touch of something musk like. Sweet, charming, youthful but very classic in how it smells.

    Strength & Longevity

    When I first apply this body mist, I would say this is a medium. It’s quite a punchy scent. If I spray this on myself for too long it does become a much stronger scent and a little overpowering, but that’s what I want! I apply this before I got to work and I want it to last for the duration of my time there. Longevity is fair. It does fade strength wise but not too quickly, the same as any other body spray. And that’s why it’s great this is the price it is so there’s no need to be sparing with it. A point to note is I never apply products like this to my skin but only on my clothes.

    Designer Fragrances Body Sprays
    Recommended?

    Oh yesss! This is a beautiful scent. It’s not a trendy fragrance or an old fashioned one. Tu Est Belle isn’t targeted at any particular age. It’s not for day time or night time use. This fragrance is for anyone, anytime and would smell just as good now as it would in 10 years time because it won’t date. For 99p this is brilliant value and a great buy if you can pick one up.

  • Sale! Christmas Gift Ideas for Her at Superdrug

    There have been so many sales over the last few months it’s sent my head (and credit card) into a spin! Let’s not forget the usual Black Friday and Cyber Monday offerings flashing up on social media, marketing emails and ads on TV. But if you are someone who still has some Christmas shopping to do, and ideally don’t want to pay full price, these sales can be very beneficial. So, what could you buy that lady/girl in your life while sticking to a modest budget? Let’s have a look at what’s currently on offer at Superdrug for inspiration.

    Christmas gift ideas from Superdrug
    Stocking Fillers-Under £5.00

    Body mists! A great, affordable way to use fragrance without saving them for special occasions. An absolute winner for any age from pre-teens to grans. So…? Fragrance’s body mists including Wild Berries and Cotton Candy are down from £3.99 to £1.85 as they feature in Superdrug’s Star Buy promotions. I’ve given these to friends and to my daughter and they always go down well.

    A part of the So…? Fragrance family is the Miss So..? fragrances which are probably a little older and less playful than the So? body mists. These are on offer regularly, and are currently down from £5.99 to £2.99, including Secret Crush and Love Potion.

    Miss So…? Secret Crush

    A range of body mists I haven’t come across before but are grabbing my attention are fragrances called Auora. These come in different scents called Sweet Dreams, Forever Love, Ruby Kiss and Secret Envy. Usual price for these are £9.99 each, currently half price at £4.99 for those who have a Superdrug loyalty card.

    Bath bombs/fizzers are an ideal stocking filler or addition to a Christmas Eve box. I Heart Revolution bath fizzers are on a 3 for 2 price promotion. This includes Lulu Teddy Bear Bath Fizzer, Strawberry Sprinkles and Blueberry Crush. Each one is £3.00. Holler and Glow have a 3 for 2 on their bath bombs as well including Counting Stars Starfish, Fintastic Seahorse and Beauty and the Shell. These are £3.50 each.

    Holler and Glow’s Beauty and the Shell
    Gift Sets Under £10.00

    Skincare. Gift sets don’t have to contain fragrance or make-up, they can contain skincare too! If you know someone who loves to look after their skin or wants to, some of these sets maybe helpful. Superdrug have their own skincare ranges available for different skin types/concerns. Their Me+ range has their Refine Routine Gift Box down from £9.99 to £7.99. Suitable for those wanting to improve the texture and tone of their skin. Their Hydrating Routine Gift Box is the same price and suitable for those who need a boost hydration wise to their skin.

    Superdrug Studio London Travel Brush Set is an affordable gift for make-up lovers. Originally £10.00, down to £5.00 and currently £3.50.

    Superdrug We Love Body Duo is made up of a body scrub and a body butter. Down from £10.00 to £5.00 now £3.50. Superdry Original & Vintage Body Duo Orange which includes a body spray and body & hair wash. Down from £10.00 to £7.50, now £5.00. If you know a candle lover Superdrug have their Layering Lab Set of 4 Candle Set priced now at £5.00 (was £15.00). Sanctuary Spa 25 Minutes To Glow Gift Set which contains a bath foam and body scrub is now £5.00 from £10.00.

    These are just a few bath, body, skincare and fragrance products that could make some nice stocking fillers or Christmas gifts. And it proves if you need/want to buy gifts for your nearest and dearest, you don’t have to spend a fortune and can buy while on a small budget. So, it’s worthwhile checking Superdrug online and instore for their recent and up to date deals.

    *Prices correct at time of writing post. These prices may change so please check accordingly*

  • I’ve Started Christmas Shopping, What Did I Buy?

    Love it or hate it, Christmas is coming! It happens at the same time every year. Some people like to be organised well in advance when it comes to purchasing gifts. Others are walking around shops wondering why they can’t get gonk covered wrapping paper on Christmas Eve. Which category do I fall into? I like to be prepared! Especially with how things are currently when it comes to the economy. So, have I bought anything yet? Maybe just a few things…

    Aldi’s Lacura CBD Calming Tea Tree Sheet Mask

    I know lots of people that love a sheet mask. I saw these in my latest visit to Aldi and couldn’t help noticing they were £1.99 down to 99p. Aldi’s skincare range is actually really good and perfect for those who are on a budget but want to buy quality lotions and potions. I’ve never used this mask before, in fact, never seen it before! But it will make a great addition to my collection of smaller gift items.

    Aldi’s Lacura Calming Tea Tree Sheet Mask
    Better Homes & Gardens Wax Melts

    I bought some of these a few weeks ago in Lemongrass & Ginger and absolutely loved them! Then I noticed they were available in another fragrance and I had to grab a few for my wax melt loving friends. Great scents, beautifully crafted and only 69p from Home Bargains.

    Better Homes & Gardens Lavender & Chamomile Botanical Infused Wax Melts
    Simple’s 5 Minute Reset Hydrogel Mask

    One of the things I’m going to do is make up a little box of goodies for my daughter for Christmas. She’s into her fragrances and has started to use sheet masks. I’ve personally tried this one before and loved it, and for £1.69 in my local Tesco I thought this was perfect! She uses lots of products from the Simple range already, so I know they are kind to her skin, and I think she will enjoy using this.

    Simple’s 5 Minute Reset Hydrogel Mask
    M&S Bath Fizzers

    I found this by chance while giving up the will to live in August looking for school shoes for my children. Did I leave with school shoes? No. Did I leave with a handful of various shaped and scented bath fizzers? Yes! Originally each one was £3.50 and they had been reduced to 49p! BARGAIN!

    M&S Assorted Bath Fizzers
    Lynx 12 Day Countdown Calendar

    If anyone would have told me I would be buying my teenage son Lynx I would say they were having a laugh! The brand reminds me of high school. The boys would be drenched in the stuff, so I have a traumatic episode anytime I see the range. But my son likes the sprays. Is this a genetic thing that any young male MUST like Lynx? Anyway, I bought the 12 Day Countdown Calendar from Home Bargains because when I worked out the cost of each piece it’s actually cheaper to buy the set than individually (which is rare!). It includes 2 body sprays, 3 body washes, 1 antiperspirant, 1 pair of socks, nail clippers, travel bottle, charging cable, face cloth and comb. This was £6.99.

    Lynx 12 Day Countdown Calendar

    So, this is me officially starting to buy for Christmas. Honestly? I don’t want to spend a fortune. When it comes to fragrance, bath, body or skincare I want to get smaller items and give as a selection to people which I think is nice and inexpensive. But I want these at the best prices which so far I’m doing quite well with!

    What will be next on my to buy Christmas list? Wait..and..see..

  • My Affordable Teacher Gifts For End Of School Year

    The end of the school year is creeping up for families and schools in the UK. It’s an exceptionally busy time thanks to a mix of different events before school gates shut for the Summer. One thing many parents will be rushing around grabbing within the next 2 weeks are gifts and cards for their children’s teachers. If you know me or/and read my blog posts, you would have guessed I sorted out our gifts ages ago! Just in case you are looking for some last minute inspiration, here is what I bought my daughter’s two primary school teachers for the end of this week.

    My Teacher Gifts!
    Simple’s Pollution Protect Sheet Mask

    I picked this up for 49p in Home Bargains a few months ago. I opted for this because I’m not sure of my daughter’s teacher’s skin types and it’s a safe option. No fragrances are included, no alcohol and colourings. Ideal for skin which could be sensitive so okay for all skin types. The Simple masks I’ve used have been very moisturising and nice on the skin, so I thought this was a good and exceptionally priced buy.

    Simple’s Pollution Protect Sheet Mask
    The Body Shop’s Bath Bubble

    I’ve used these many times and enjoyed them because they’ve created fragrant and enjoyable baths. Only £1.50 each and available in a variety of fragrances. So not only a great quality product, but an everyday affordable item too.

    The Body Shop’s Bath Bubble
    The Body Shop’s Body Butter

    When The Body Shop had a sale late last year/beginning of this year, I bought these knowing these would be teacher gifts. Most people love a body butter, and these were the perfect small sizes (50ml) to use as a try me. Or possibly ideal travel sizes if teacher’s were going away during the Summer holidays. £2.00 each and a great body product I’ve loved using myself in different fragrances.

    The Body Shop’s Body Butter
    Dr Organic’s Body Wash

    Another item bought from Home Bargains. 75ml body wash for only 49p was the icing on top of the cake for a small gift bag containing 4 different bath, body and skincare products! These smelled great and in a decent size. The full sized versions of 250ml usually cost around £6.00, so this shows how well priced this body wash was.

    Dr Organic’s Body Wash

    So for the grand total of £4.48 each (x2), this gift hasn’t broken the bank. I would hope that they’re enjoyed and is different to the usual box of chocolates teacher’s get! For under £5.00 this should give our teacher’s a little well deserved pampering, all done on a budget!

    Past blog posts on: The Body Shop’s Pink Grapefruit Bath Bubble, The Body Shop’s Moringa Bath Bubble & The Body Shop’s Mango Body Butter