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    A few of my favourite things

    Updated:4 Mar 2015 2:52 PM | Posted by
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    I’ve been feeling a little flat this week. Low energy, zero motivation to do anything, basically just feeling I’ve gotten up in the morning, gone through the motions of my day, without actually really waking up. Know what I mean?

    Blame it on a post-long weekend comedown, the rainy weather, the fact that it’s that time of the month, or a combination of all three – whatever the reason, I’ve had four days of it now and I’m kinda over my melancholy mood.

    So, in an attempt to cheer myself up, I’ve decided to make like The Sound of Music (only one of my all-time fave movies), and think about my most recent favourite beauty finds to bring a smile back to my dial.

    Being an avid supporter of make-up that lets you look like you’re not wearing any make-up, I’m a big fan of Bobbi Brown Natural Finish Long Lasting Foundation SPF15. It provides sheer to medium coverage without leaving you looking shiny or caked in foundation, and once you put it on, you can rely on it to stay put!

    While I wouldn’t classify myself as having sensitive skin, Trilogy Sensitive Skin Very Gentle Calming Fluid has been a godsend for my sometimes-stressed complexion. Formulated with olive and avocado oils, and camomile and calendula, it soothes and reduces the redness in my skin and makes my face feel fabulous. I wear it like a serum under my day cream when I’m in need of some extra hydration, or on it’s own as a light moisturiser on a hot day.

    L’Occitane Cherry Blossom Petal Soft Body Cream is a luxuriously rich body lotion housed in a cute vintage-esque tub. Enriched with shea butter and plant oils, it smoothes on like a dream and leaves my skin smelling sweet and feeling utterly hydrated.


    What do you do to cheer yourself up when you’re feeling down?

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    44 Member Comments

    Linda_Vesinger 4 Mar 2015 2:52 PM

    That Trilogy product was fantastic. Shame they discontinued it!

    Petal 6 Jul 2013 2:26 AM

    I love Trilogy products as they are so nourishing.

    apple8 11 Oct 2012 5:55 AM

    Go for a nice spa.

    FeatheredBeauty 3 Jun 2012 10:27 AM

    That trilogy serum sounds lovely!

    Zarine 25 May 2010 1:54 PM

    Surround myself with great friends, good food and lots of laughter!

    Naazmij 12 Apr 2010 10:44 AM

    bubble bath with candles always does the trick

    oliveoil 12 Apr 2010 5:44 AM

    eating chocolate and reading books to my son while cuddling up under a warm blanket in bed on a rainy day - bliss!

    Ivy 219 12 Apr 2010 1:19 AM

    trilogy sensitive range sounds wonderful~

    Lil Berry 11 Apr 2010 9:05 AM

    I spend time with my family or friends or sulk around feeling sorry for myself. :P Usually cheers me up! I'm really interested in trying Bobbi Brown - heard so many fab reviews of it!

    GoddessMagick 11 Apr 2010 5:00 AM

    Good article Deb! A few people I know (including myself) have been feeeling this way lately so all these tips are handy :) A few of my favourite things.... cuddles from my cat, sitting outdoors and breathing in the fresh air and soaking up the sun, a spritz of my fave perfume and using my essential oils all help pick me up when i'm really, really down!

    VivaliciousChic 10 Apr 2010 7:15 AM

    I wear bright colour top or dress to do that reverse psychology and make me feel better without thinking I am flat or down. Or I paint my nails bright colours too

    alida_alice3 10 Apr 2010 7:15 AM

    hmm sit down with a slice of raspberry cheesecake, and read a good book. Or think about something I'm looking forward too. Power of positive thinking!!

    Pooky 10 Apr 2010 6:15 AM

    One word: chocolate. Although eating too much leads to bad skin which i don't love. Everything in moderation...!

    Fereshta (not verified) 10 Apr 2010 4:37 AM

    I usually just wash my face and give my self a facial, and then i just relax on my bed.

    freaky 10 Apr 2010 4:33 AM

    I like to have a pampering bath, have a facial and light some candles and play some relaxing music.

    Sumaya 10 Apr 2010 2:40 AM

    I love reading or watching a good comedy.

    Rei_ 10 Apr 2010 12:00 AM

    i look to my rabbit. nothing works better than my baby

    hot chillies 9 Apr 2010 11:28 PM

    Eat Chocolate, and lots of it, i also like doing puzzles, or simply a bit of crouhering.

    xCherrybliss 9 Apr 2010 2:43 PM

    Hmm, a nice warm shower or cold really cheers me up and just lying on my bed listening to beautiful music is a blessing to the soul.

    Sparklesparkle 9 Apr 2010 1:11 PM

    I light my L'Occitane honey scented candle. Smells so yum~

    Annyex. 9 Apr 2010 11:33 AM

    Eat! lol quick and easy And watch fave movies, which I have an endless list

    Gofton 9 Apr 2010 11:16 AM

    I go buy my favorite magazines, sample some new fragrances and buy more products!

    Mellyjane 9 Apr 2010 10:21 AM

    Love that movie too (right up there with Willy Wonka - the original, and Zoolander). For things that make me feel good - I love my hubby and son, but don't get much alone time these days so for me, maybe going out, getting a haircut, a gossipy mag, and go to my favourite cafe' with slouch sofas and beanbags and bliss out for an hour. Also a spray of some yummy uplifting fragrance like Clinique Happy or Estee Lauder's Pleasures makes me feel nice. "Adelweiss, adelweiss, every morning you greet me........." May have to hire that out tonight :-)

    Emilyxx 9 Apr 2010 9:38 AM

    i either read a good book and drink diet coke. Or rent a movie and have diet coke and a bg bowl of popcorn.

    Aimbo31 9 Apr 2010 8:57 AM

    I love to run a warm bath and light candles around the tub. Put a few lavender oil drops in and sink into bliss! Sorry, forgot to mention that I also lock the kids out!!!

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