Things I’m loving
Life
Inaturalist – Starting at the beginning of lockdown, the 1 walk allowance a day was something to treasure. I noticed my surroundings more and with a smart little app from Inaturalist I was able to record and research the everyday natural world I would usually walk right by. Like Pokemon for grown – ups, what a pleasure. https://www.inaturalist.org
Grow Your Own – This has been a god send gift from my better half for my mental health. A few packets of seeds and some compost and I’ve nutured life and focused my energy on something that is so rewarding. I highly recommend you giving it a go!
Beauty
Sunday Rileys – C.E.O Glow Vitamin C + Tumeric Face Oil – Using this every morning, I have grown more confidence in my skin. The effects are almost immediate with a next day pay off. Glowing skin at 39 and even skin tone. It’s now in my can’t live without products.https://www.cultbeauty.co.uk/sunday-riley-ceo-glow.html
Lumene Nordic Hydra Intense Hydration 24 H Moisturizer – When I buy skin care, I do put a lot of thought and research in before I purchase anything. With a sensitive skin type and watching the pennies (most of the time), it takes me a lot to buy into a new brand. This moisturizer from Lumene was a pleasant suprise. With a slight but fresh scent it really does feel like a drink to your skin. It’s simple and effective and has made me want to trial more products from Lumene. A great start.https://www.lookfantastic.com/lumene-nordic-hydra-lahde-intense-hydration-24h-moisturizer-50ml/11697303.html
Oskia Restoration Oil – Big fan of the Oskia brand and the renaissance cleanser. Yes I purchased a 5.5ml bottle at a cost of £17…….. but it smells like a spa in a jar!!! I swear its’ an instant deep breath at the end of my nightime skin care routine. It is hydrating, soothing and all good things. It’s been a pleasure Oskia but would I purchase again? Maybe as a treat but for £72 for 30mls I must have to have done something really special to deserve it. https://www.cultbeauty.co.uk/oskia-restoration-oil.html
TV/Film
Springwatch – Was back with a vengence in June but with a little social distancing difference. Many shouted and I was there with them that I absolutley loved the set up. It was slick, heartfelt and meaningful in many layers, from our connection with nature when we’re feeling lost, to thought provoking moments of mindfulness. Love it! miss it already…. Please when is Autumn watch starting???https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b007qgm3
The Marvellous Mrs Maisel – Available on Amazon Prime. I’m late to the series 3 launch having binged 1 and 2 and I forgot how much I enjoyed this show. It’s fast, intelligent and quipy and I dont find myself reaching for my phone for a cheerky scroll. A feel good with extra feels.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B08762P21S/ref=dvm_uk_sl_tit|m_95087914025526613917368c_c419824417146