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Louise Kaitlin



Around a year ago, I wrote a blog posted titled 'Organisation Tips for Blogging' and to this day it is still one of my most viewed and commented blog post. As we approach 2017, I think I need to take a leaf out of my own book and organise my blogging life. If you're like me and find it hard to fit in some time to write a blog post, then maybe these tips will motivate you to reorganise and plan your blogging life.

A notebook for me is the best way of motivating myself to plan out new and interesting blog posts in detail so when it comes to the time of writing, I know exactly what I'm writing and including. A visually interesting to look at notebook always helps me stay motivated and the one included in these images is the Zoella 'Once Upon a Time' notebook which can be brought from Superdrug. It was £14 and was the best purchase I've made for a notebook. Within the lined pages there are inspirational quotes which help me keep going through those bloggers block moments.

Similarly, a diary of some kind is always helpful to keep up to date with when you're going to post, in terms of both times and dates. Having a diary also allows me to see if I'm posting too many of one type of blog post too often such as too many beauty/makeup posts next to each other. I use the same diary for blogging as I do for my university assignments and lecture dates and times, as I find having everything in one place is best for me.

Lastly, it's the 21st century and everyone under the age of 20 has some kind of mobile device with them. So why not use your phone to set reminders/make notes on the go? Its easy and I'm guessing you always have your phone in your hand, just like I do? (haha). Make use of this and download apps for notes and blogging, its so simple yet so obvious.

I hope i've inspired or given you fellow bloggers or busy bee's like me to keep organised and prepared for 2017.

lou xx
12/17/2016 3 comments


Hello Everyone! Long time no speak and all, how's everyone doing? I hope you're all well. A lot has changed for me over the past few months, I've sat my exams and guess what? I got into university! I am studying Early Childhood Education Studies at my first choice University. Although I was excited to come and emerge myself into the lifestyle of a university student, it hasn't come without its ups and downs. As I'm writing this I'm currently wishing I was at home (yes it's got that bad).

Living in halls, is quite possibly the biggest and most difficult thing I've ever had to do... EVER! I was never really one for wanting to live in halls, but my mum told me I had to give it a try before I can make a judgement on it. So that's what I've done. I moved in on Sunday 18th September (2016) at around 10am, the day had only just started but I had already been an emotional wreck the night before and all morning before I left the house. We did the usual playing tetris with the car to fit all the bags and boxes in, which we did! We took the 40 minute journey (roughly), where I picked up my keys and headed down to the accommodation to unload my stuff (at this point I was feeling physically sick, and shaking). Long story short, I unloaded and unpacked and my mum said she was leaving, this is where I became truly upset, I burst out crying uncontrollably (like a toddler does). I couldn't bring myself to accept that I wasn't going to be living at home anymore:(

Anyway, the days went on and since Sunday, I have been on the phone to my mum every night crying about how much I want to come home. Living in halls is just not for me, I want to study for a degree but I don't want to live here! It has nothing to do with my flat mates (so if you're reading 'hello' it has nothing to do with you, you're all so so so lovely), its to do with my personality and suffering with social anxiety. I'm trying to fit in but its hard when the first week is freshers which involves clubbing and partying which is another thing I HATE. I've made some lovely friends on my course and just around the uni and I am very thankful for that.

Needless to say, i'm not entirely sure what this blog post was or what it was for, but I needed time to fill and somewhere to express my feelings. I'm hoping that if you're reading this and are currently at university and are feeling just like me, then this may help in you knowing you're not alone! Or if you're reading this in 2020, then 'hey' from the past, you're not alone either!

If you are struggling with the decision to go to university or you're at university and aren't enjoying yourself, then please do feel free to message me via my instagram @hiyaimlouu as I'm happy to help in the best way I can. I'll keep you all up to date with how my life is going but for now i'm off to burn some toast like a typical university student, goodbyeeeeeee! xxx


*photos are not my own, full ownership goes to the rightful owner*
9/21/2016 No comments


Hello everyone! Today's blog post is going to be my 'What I got for my 18th Birthday'. So my birthday was on Tuesday 3rd May and I officially became an adult (scary much!). I wasn't expecting anything for my birthday other than the jewellery which I chose myself a few weeks before. However, my parents surprised me with some more goodies. I just want to put a disclaimer out there, that i am in no way bragging or boasting, this post has been highly requested, so i'm doing it for you. 

Firstly, like i said previously, the jewellery part of my presents I did actually know I was getting it as my grandma and mum took me shopping so i could chose what i wanted. I received the necklace from my grandma and the ring from my mum. (I have include some photos below of the actual jewellery). I am very grateful for these pieces as i know they were rather expensive.



The next present I received was a pandora voucher from my little brother, this was really sweet of him because he never normally gets people presents because he's young and doesn't earn any money. I was extremely surprised and i will be using it on a charm for my bracelet.

I also received the Naked 3 Palette by Urban Decay from my big sister, which i was again no way expecting as i was surprised she knew i wanted one. Thank you Bex for getting me this and i will be using it religiously over the upcoming months. (ps this is my first ever 'high end' makeup, which is super exciting).

My mum also got me some of the novelty's that we receive every year, which included a big badge to wear out;) and a keyring and champagne glass with '18' on it, which is really sweet and will be one of those things i treasure.

The last present I received, was the most unexpected and amazing thing ever! My dad surprised me with the new Macbook 12" in Rose Gold. This was unbelievable when i opened it because my dad used to always tell me he couldn't afford a Macbook because they are overpriced. For him to get me the NEW one that has just come out is amazing and i absolutely love it! THANK YOU DAD XX

That is everything i received, it isn't much but to me it is perfect. As we get older the presents get smaller and less and that is completely understandable. Thank you to all my family for everything you got me, i am ever so grateful!

Louise xxx


5/06/2016 4 comments
Hello Everyone, today's post is another brand review, I am aware that I have done a couple of these recently but I just love testing and reviewing new brands and new products. Today's post comes from a company I personally had never heard of... 'Live Love London'. I was drawn to the name as the alliteration is pretty interesting. I began contact with Sophia who is a lovely lady that works for them, and she sent me over some products to review.


Products:


Eyeshadow Palette: I was so excited when I received this as I am a huge fan of eyeshadows and the packaging was super cute (it was rose gold) my favourite. I love how the eyeshadow palette has a huge mirror inside and this really helps when applying makeup on the go. The pigmentation of some of the eyeshadows isn't amazing but I've found that adding a little spritz of fix + or setting spray to the brush works a treat. I am thoroughly impressed with this palette and will be using it on a regular basis.


Contour Palette: When I opened the package and saw this inside, I could believe my luck, the quality and first impression of this kit was incredible. I must say when my older sister saw this she was very jealous and keeps begging me to give it to her! The palette/kit comes with 6 shades; a white powder, a purple tone highlight, 2 lighter bronze shades and 2 dark contour shades. For me the lighter shades are the only ones acceptable to wear as I have super pale skin. But nevertheless, I am in love with this palette.


Lipstick: Shade: Pink Day - I never expected to receive anything else after I saw the palettes, but sneakily Sophia had stuck in a lippy too. Initially, I wasn't keen on the shade, only because neon/bright colours are too bold for me and I cant really pull them off! Although this, I gave it a try and was impressed, the colour wasn't as bold as I thought it would be. Still not something I would choose to wear but I am sure it will come in handy for something. The consistency is creamy and glossy and leaves your lips feeling super smooth!


Overall, I am hugely satisfied with what I received, thank-you to Sophia and everyone else at 'Live Love London' for sending me some products, I will definitely be popping in to get some more of my own. I highly recommend to you guys, and Live Love London can be brought in any Bhs/Debenhams near you.


Louise xxx
4/29/2016 No comments


The other day, I was kindly gifted some items from 'Benecos Cosmetics'. Benecos are a natural brand of makeup who thrive on the element of their products being natural. I think it' a really cool idea to have natural products and Benecos are one of the only brands I have seen that are completely natural.


I've been trying these products sent to me for the past few days and I thought I would share with you what I thought of them. I was kindly gifted 4 items which I was allowed to choose myself, which was incredible. I chose the 'Natural BB Cream', 'Natural Blush', 'Natural Highlighting powder' and the 'Natural Lip Shine'. Below I will talk through what I loved and didn't love about each product.


Natural BB Cream
The BB Cream comes in a tube bottle which is of a medium size. When I first opened the product I was unsure of the colour as it appeared rather dark in liquid form. However, I tried it on my skin and it matched pretty well and blended nicely, the only thing I didn't really like was the smell of it. I mean its a natural product so there is obviously going to be a slightly different smell from other brands. The smell to me isn't that important though. Overall, I love the product to a point, I don't think I would purchase myself just because I don't really wear Matte BB Creams.


Natural Blush
I was sent the blush in the shade Mallow Rose which is a soft, deep mauve pink colour. It's such a pretty and flattering colour especially on my pale skin. The only fault I could find with this product is the pigmentation is a little weak and the product does have to be built up. This isn't bad for me though because it means I can work the colour to suit my pale skin. Overall, I really like this blush and I think it will become part of my everyday makeup routine.


Natural Highlighting Powder
The highlighting powder is gorgeous! I cannot believe how pretty the iridescent champagne colour is. It's super flattering for my skin and its perfect for adding that extra glow and shimmer to the tops of the cheeks, bridge of the nose and cupid's bow. The powder doesn't have a shade but if I were to name it I would go for pearl or something with that description because its perfect for paler skin.


Natural Lip Shine
I got the natural lip shine in Rusty Rose which is a lovely peach/pink shade which is perfect for an everyday look. I love the shine it has to it as its super moisturising and glossy for the lips. I love the shade as a your lips but better look and I know all of you would love this shade as much as I do. I highly recommend for those of you who like the natural looking lip colour.


Overall, I am super happy with everything I received, so thankyou Benecos.




Louise xxxx




























4/05/2016 No comments



Hello Everyone!

Long time no blogging! I believe the last post I wrote was a 'Blogmas' post and that was over 4 months ago, so I do apologise. I have been working on something very exciting which is why I neglected my blog. Basically I started a YouTube channel where I post similar things to here but in video form. I will link in below and on my blog for you guys to go check it out:)

Cutting back to the post today, I am going to be doing a L'Oréal Product Review. Just a little disclaimer, I was NOT sent these products, I brought them myself and wanted to do a little review on them considering I had never tried L'Oréal before. Let's get into the blog post...

The first item I brought was the True Match foundation in 1C, which is the lightest shade they do. As you all know I have super fair skin, so finding a foundation to match is merely impossible sometimes. However, this is the first foundation I have found that is super close to my natural skin shade and I was amazed by this because no where else (that I have tried) has a shade of my skin tone. I love the consistency and the finish it gives, its super watery and hydrating and this is perfect for my dry skin.

The second item I brought was the False Lash sculpt mascara. OMG this mascara is my new all time favourite, it is so good at lengthening and volumising the lashes. Its wand is designed to darken and line the type line and waterline and makes your eyes appear bigger and bolder. I love this mascara and I cannot fault it in one way.

The last item I brought was the Lipstick in 'JLO's nude'. I was optimistic with the lipstick because I haven't tried many lipsticks before so I didn't really know what to expect, but omg the shade is perfect for me, its a simple nude that is extremely wearable for an everyday look. I love to texture and the finish as it leaves my lips with a natural glow and hydrating look. I definitely will be back to L'Oréal for more nude lippies.

I hope you guys enjoyed the post, and I definitely recommend all products to you beauty lovers. Head over to the L'Oréal stand in your local drugstore and check out the products, I highly rate them and I know you all will love them.

Until next time...

Louise xxx




3/30/2016 No comments
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