Suicide Prevention Week

First of all, I have to address how much I am failing to keep up with blogging. I have had numerous people ask me when I will next be posting and I posted approximately a week ago telling you guys i'd have a haul coming. However, to be quite honest I have just been to damn lazy.

On the other hand, I really think what I am going to talk about today is of massive importance.

This week (8th-14th September 2014) is National Suicide Prevention week. You reading this may or may not have this week close to your heart but I think either way it is vital to understand how suicide affects people all over the world every single day. Whether this be the person who is having the thoughts, or their friends and family dealing with the consequences and heartache.

What is Suicide?
To commit suicide is the act of intentionally ending your own life.
 
Recently, a very famous actor, Robin Williams devastatingly took his own life. This was a huge shock to a lot of people. This particular tragedy showed a lot of people how invisible mental illness can be. This comedy gold actor, who made his audience laugh until we cried, took his own life. This shows that even when a person appears happy on the outside, they can have demons inside that override this front they constantly put up. Also, it emphasises that money does not, and will not ever buy happiness.

Mental illness is so easily hidden and that's what can make it so scary. I can't stress enough how important it is to speak out if you are feeling at all down or depressed.
 
Other than mental illness, there are a lot of other reasons why someone may feel they can no longer live.

• Financial worries
• Loneliness
• Family problems
• Sexual orientation
• Bullying

The list is endless.

If you are wanting to help a friend or family member that has opened up to you, remember to not judge them and always let them know that you're there for them. Being there for someone that is experiencing these thoughts could make 100% difference to their life.

The main purpose of this blog post is to Raise Awareness and to let everyone know that suicide is NEVER the answer.

If you or anyone you know is suffering from suicidal thoughts, please get help.

Helplines and support groups

• Samaritans (08457 90 90 90) operates a 24-hour service available every day of the year. If you prefer to write down how you are feeling, or if you are worried about being overheard on the phone, you can email Samaritans atjo@samaritans.org.
• Childline (0800 1111) runs a helpline for children and young people in the UK. Calls are free and the number will not show up on your phone bill.
• PAPYRUS (0800 068 41 41) is a voluntary organisation that supports teenagers and young adults who are feeling suicidal.
• Depression Alliance is a charity for people with depression. It does not have a helpline, but offers a wide range of useful resources and links to other relevant information.
• Students Against Depression is a website for students who are depressed, have a low mood or are having suicidal thoughts.
• Bullying UK is a website for both children and adults affected by bullying.

 

 

 

I hope I didn't offend anyone, and if this post helps just 1 person I have succeeded

Thankyou for reading.

 
 
Disclaimer: In no way, shape or form am I claiming to be an expert in this field. I just want to raise awareness.

Excuses excuses...

Eeeek! 

I haven’t posted in over a month and I feel really guilty because so many people have been asking me to. I’ve been so busy with work, my mood had been so up and down, and to be honest i’ve just not felt up to writing. I have however been shopping alot, so I think I will do another haul. Hopefully it will be up by the end of the week...

Thanks for reading.

A little Beauty/Fashion Haul

Hello lovelies, 

It's been a while since I posted because to be honest I've not really been up to writing anything. I've been working and catching up with my friends and family. 

I figured that considering I have been shopping a few times I would give you a shopping haul. I love reading other peoples hauls to see what they've been buying and loving so I hope you enjoy. 

Lush
Creamy Candy Bubble bar
£2.60

Asda

Color Show pink Nail polish

£1.99

Boots
Sally Hansen Insta-Dri
£4.99

TopShop
White Nails
£4.99

Primark

Daisy Sunglasses

£1.99 (I think!)

Asda
Pink Polka dot blouse
£14.00

Primark

White sandals
£5.00

Parisia
(More) White Sandals
£25.00

Primark
Lemon summer dress
£5.00

BARGAIN!

TopShop
Floral playsuit
£28.00

Primark
White satchel
£6.00

Pandora

Princess Tiara ring
£40.00

Thanks for reading!

xxx

My everyday make-up routine

Disclaimer: I was very scared to post this photo as my skin is breaking out really bad lately, however, I decided to because I know i'm not the only person in the world to have spots, and it has been alot worse! 

I’ve decided I am going to share my everyday makeup routine because I enjoy reading and watching YouTube videos on other peoples. I just love to know what other people are loving and using. I always get a little inspiration from what other people are carrying in their makeup bags. I’m not an expert, and am definitely not claiming to be! So if you don’t like how I do something, or use something then that doesn’t bother me aha. I have been using makeup since around 12 years old and have learned from trial and error. I also have my older sister to steal makeup from and to tell me if I look a state aha! ‘Cos she will. I use my makeup in the order I like and I probably don’t do it correct according to professionals but I am happy with the finish so there isn’t a problem.

Step 1: Face primer

The first step to my make up is applying primer to the oily areas of my face. I use this as a base for my make up for longer lasting foundation. Oily areas tend to be my T zone, chin and under my eyes. I just squeeze a pea size amount on the back of my hand and apply with my pointing finger. Once this has all sunk into my skin I move on to 

foundation.

Step 2: Foundation

I have currently repurchased an old favourite foundation which is Rimmel London Match Perfection. I use the shade Ivory because I have rather pale skin. I had been using Seventeen Miracle Matte but became less fond of it, because when my face gets wet (in the rain, or from tears) it tends to go almost like a milky consistency on my face and left patches. I had only bought it because I fancied a change but I would not buy it again. I used to use Match Perfection in college and decided after being recommended it again to go for it.

I press one pump onto the back of my hand, and with my finger I take some product from my hand and dot it around my face. When I have done this I use my Real Techniques stippling brush and evenly blend the foundation all over my face until I am pleased with the coverage. This particular foundation gives me medium/full coverage.

Step 3: Concealer

When I am having a particularly bad skin day I apply Collection 2000 concealer to blemishes and spots. I use my ring finger to blend it in using small circular motions. I also use the same circular motions to blend in the concealer under my eyes. This can make me look more awake and fresh on days when I could curl up in bed for an extra few days in bed!

Step 4: Eyebrows

Next it is time to do my eyes brows. I have tried different products for them over the last few years. I started off with eye shadow, moving onto pencil and now I use Seventeen’s Brow’s that, brow kit. The first thing I do is tweeze out and strays that may have appeared. I then very gently draw on an outline using a pencil of the shape I am going for. I find that my brows can look different everyday because I don’t really know what I am doing to be quite honest; I just make it up as I go along. When I have done this I use the brush from the kit to apply the wax, and then the powder. I only highlight under the brow bone if I am making a special effort because I can 

never be fussed.

Use a pencil to outline the shape

Apply the wax

         

Apply the powder

Step 5: Powder

 To set my foundation I use the Stay Matte Rimmel powder in the shade 003 Peach Glow. I use a brush to evenly apply this all over my face. I also use this to secure my brows even more. This is an important step in my routine as I have oily skin and struggle to have a matte finish without this.

Step 6: Blush

  
I apply MUA in the shade Marshmallow to the apples of my cheeks blending it with a brush.

Step 7: Eye shadow

I don’t always wear eye shadow, but when I do, during the day I always wear something subtle. For this look I used the Sleek palette. I used Nubuk on the entire lid and moss in my crease. For something a bit girly I used a little bit of Taupe for a shimmer effect.

Step 8: Eye liner

For eyeliner I have stopped using pencil on my waterline so much as I feel like it makes my eyes appear smaller. Now I use 2 True effortless eyeliner on my lash line. Depending on how thick it ends up when I have it matching on both sides determines my entire look aha! I can never keep it thin which is really annoying. For this look I went for a cat eye flick. I think this is such a simple step but can really flatter my eyes.

 

Step 9: Mascara

The final step of my makeup is to curl my eyelashes and apply mascara. At the moment I am using Scandal Eyes rockin’ curves by Rimmel. I really like this mascara as it leaves my lashes looking long and unlike other mascaras it doesn’t leave them clumpy and clogged with too much product.

I’d love to know what you’re using in your basic routine. Let me know in the comments what you are loving right now.

Thanks for reading!