Empties #6 I'll 'Ave A Volcano Please With An Extra Flake!

The harsh winds this season have had me reaching for my moisturiser more than ever. Eucerin's dermopurifyer is my go-to daytime moisturiser, as it's lightweight and has ace SPF coverage. I've also used this body shop vitamin E cream as my night moisturiser for years. Although I went through a Neutrogena hydro boost phase and was mega impressed.

I've used micellar water since my first trip to Paris four years ago. I stayed loyal to Bioderma for a few years, thanks to a French eBay seller but have since discovered Garnier's range. This oil infused one is my favourite as it removes eye makeup seamlessly. The L'Oreal infallible matte foundation lived up to its reputation - although I won't be repurchasing till the winter as spring is all about glowy skin.

This body shop eye gel was an impulse buy when I was killing time at Euston. If stored in the fridge, it's  pleasant to use in the mornings, but do I really think it made a difference? Absolutely not lol.

The body shop's Italian summer fig range = a student friendly Diptyque philosykos.

This Clinique chubby stick (in the shade super strawberry) was pretty handy when I was hostel hopping as it was the ultimate multipurpose product. Doubled up as a lip tint, blush, eye shadow and even highlight if you dab the excess pigment away.

It's no secret that the body shop's vitamin e range is my go-to and this face mist has been in my stash since high school. This strawberry body lotion however was a little too much - don't get me wrong the idea was to smell like the filling of a doughnut, but it just made me feel hungry all the time lol.

You ready for another student hack? I used to stock up on these Chloé deodorant sprays in duty free, at just £15 a pop. They smell exactly like the perfume, but without the price tag! This Vichy serum was also a delight to use, my skin drank it up.

This aloe cleanser was a birthday gift and although I usually stick to micellar water's this was unoffensive and best used as a second cleanser. These tea tree cleansing pads from superdrug were mega handy during my hostel hopping days, as the last thing I needed was a damp flannel with me whilst travelling. They suited their purpose I suppose, but I would only recommend them to travellers.

This hypnose drama mascara is the cat's pyjamas!

This L'Oreal telescopic mascara was also phenomenal and a wee more affordable. Bourjois' healthy balance powder is so finely milled and an everyday staple in my kit.

The iconic Liz Earle cleanse & polish and instant boost spritzer duo.

This skincare line deserves the hype, I must say!

This superdrug shower gel smells like the volcano you get from the ice cream man! If any fellow northerners want a lil nostalgia every morning, this is for you.

I picked up this Lush lip balm in Paris - not much to say, a soothing balm in adorable packaging that translates to kiss me! 

Origins do the BEST masks! The drink up in particular is a miracle worker!

I found this Hungarian chamomile hand cream under my bed that I picked up whilst interalling. The smell instantly whisks me off to mornings in Budapest and bumpy night trains to Warsaw. At first when I sprayed this Neom pillow mist I couldn't stand it as it was so heady, however the smell does get my eyes drooping.

The only other empties I can think of is the new strawberry oreos. If any British 90's kids are reading, they taste exactly like the Tom & Jerry cupcake mix. If you know, you know. M&S have also nailed the BBQ essentials range with their scrumptious aioli sauce and sicilian lemon mayo. Although we all know a BBQ isn't the same without some reggae reggae sauce too!

& I wonder why no one reads my blog...

Back On The Carousel

Happy Monday you marvellous lot ~ with a fresh new week comes fresh ideas and opportunities. 

Louis Vuitton S/S 2012

We've got three choices in life: give up, give in or give it all you've got!

Jerry Hall meets Thierry Mugler, December 1996.

Small changes often have the biggest impact.

If you've been thinking of turning right instead of left lately, today's the day!

Wibble. Wobble.

It's Monday ~ we all need cheering up.

Allow me to introduce you to Bompas & Parr – The Jelly Architects. 

 St. Paul’s Cathedral, London in gelatinous form.

To celebrate the royal wedding the guys created a Buckingham Palace jelly mould for Selfridges.

I have such fond memories of my nana's iconic bunny mould that would be the star of the show every Sunday dinner when I was knee-height to a grasshopper! God, I love jelly!

The Wonders Of Your Mighty Love

Happy national sibling day y'all.

My brother and I have been sending each other Cat Stevens and gospel jams back and forth to each other all day #churchkids.

To all my fellow lucky sods out there, make that call.

Salary Desired: 3 Million Dollars. Cash.

Last October I had a jam-packed week of job interviews and somehow managed to get all 4/4 offers. I ended up accepting 3 and a chaotic winter ensued. I'm actually planning to write a post soon all about how to balance multiple jobs whilst keeping your mental stability (somewhat) intact. For now, here are some tips on how to nail a job interview. You got this!

Dress sharp and take an umbrella with you, even if you think you won't need it.

Be punctual.

When waiting in the reception, don't go on your phone. Bring a book or newspaper with you - no tabloid trash! Or try to have a quick skim read through your CV so that key dates are refreshed.

Whoever said fake it 'til you make it was onto something. Act as though you've already got the position and that the meeting is just a formality. Use key words such as we and us wherever possible - within reason of course, you don't want to seem unhinged. Now in terms of technical knowledge, don't fake it till you make it. If you don't know the answer, be honest. As long as you seem coachable, you're still in with a shot.

Think of it this way: if you weren't qualified for the job, you wouldn't be interviewed. Therefore the interview all boils down to who they think will be the best addition to the team. After all, they're deciding who they're going to be seeing everyday for the foreseeable future.

Body language is key: sit up straight, maintain eye contact and don't forget to smile.

Don't bash previous employers.

Clean up your social media. 

Don't forget your basic manners. Please and thank you may seem daft to highlight, but failing to use them may leave you remaining unemployed. 

Remember it's not an interview, it's a conversation. If you feel that you are talking too much and/or starting to sweat, ask them a question. This will give you some time to catch your breath. Some good go to questions are: why is this position open? What is your favourite part about working for the company?

Interviews often conclude with your potential future employer asking if you have any questions of your own to ask. Laugh all you want, but when do I start? has never crashed and burned for me! Not only does it lighten the mood but it's also memorable and bold. If there are any serious questions you want to ask, just make sure the answer isn't available on the company's website.

Send an email a couple hours after the interview thanking them for the opportunity and their time & let them know that you're looking forward to hearing from them. Not only is this a polite gesture, but it's also a chance to stand out amongst the other candidates.

We're all rooting for you!