tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-72466640883584087762024-03-18T07:27:05.890+00:00Of Beauty And Nothingness By Heather NixonUK Beauty, Fashion and Lifestyle BlogUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger2033125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7246664088358408776.post-67631536211892429792021-05-11T08:39:00.000+01:002021-05-11T08:39:07.745+01:00New In: Shay + Blue Lilacs and GooseberriesI hope everyone is well, it has been almost two months since I've published a blog post! I might publish a blog post soon about a few life and blog updates but in short, I'm not going to be blogging much from now on (only once or twice per month) and I'm spending far less time online to focus on life offline, if that makes sense! *Shay and Blue Lilacs & Gooseberries Eau De Parfum (giftedUnknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7246664088358408776.post-37381215022751946562021-03-17T10:31:00.002+00:002021-03-30T11:06:31.981+01:00DegustaBox - March 2021Today's post is all about the new March 2021 DegustaBox which is based around the theme of 'hello spring' which is a fantastic theme and I genuinely cannot wait for spring to start as winter seems to have been here for too long! I can't wait for spring flowers, warmer weather and sunny days which bring with them so much positivity - I think we could all do with some positivity right now. *Unknownnoreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7246664088358408776.post-52886302502683990842021-02-26T12:50:00.002+00:002021-03-30T11:07:26.434+01:00Mini Mother’s Day Gift Guide 2021Today's post is my mini Mother's Day gift guide, my first gift guide of the year, and it features a few lovely pampering products that would be ideal for mums and grandmas this Mother's Day or as treat for yourself. Just a reminder, Mother's Day in the UK is on the 14th March so thankfully you still have time to find a card, buy a gift or craft an item. *Tea Plus - Sleep I was kindly Unknownnoreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7246664088358408776.post-63092402693886471192021-02-22T15:08:00.006+00:002021-03-30T11:07:44.909+01:00DegustaBox - February 2021It's that time of the month again for my look at the new DegustaBox which is all based around 'home comforts' for the February. As always there's a great range of items in the box from a variety of brands; this months box includes brands such as Knorr, Very Lazy, Koko, Hartlety's and more. *DegustaBox - February 2021 The box, in my opinion, contains a great variety of items too, from Unknownnoreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7246664088358408776.post-8130778909260627092021-02-19T13:52:00.003+00:002021-03-30T11:08:00.532+01:00Secret Scent Box: February 2021Today's post is all about a great subscription box that is quite unique as it is a fragrance sample subscription box which features three fragrances each month. We all know how much I love subscription boxes and when they first started there weren't that many available to choose from but now the selection is amazing, including more niche boxes such as a fragrance subscription box. *Secret Unknownnoreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7246664088358408776.post-74336129762193551712021-02-03T15:07:00.003+00:002021-03-30T11:08:45.124+01:00January Reading Wrap-Up 2021January started off as a great reading month but unfortunately anxiety got in the way and sadly I couldn't read much as I'd hoped I would. However, I did finish six books in the month of January, one of which was over 500 pages but overall, I'm not very happy with my reading for the start of the new year. My favourite books of the month include: Master of One, Gentleman Jack and Book Love. Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7246664088358408776.post-69655098469209731662021-01-24T14:52:00.002+00:002021-03-30T11:09:06.739+01:00DegustaBox - January 2021Today's post is all about the first DegustaBox for the new year! I had high hopes for the new box and it did not disappoint as it was filled with a plethora of vegan goodies from a range of new-to-me and well loved brands. You can use the code DTPL4 to get your box for only £9.99.*DegustaBox - January 2021 The theme for the January box is 'breakfast and on the go' which is a great theme for Unknownnoreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7246664088358408776.post-45896320231639608762021-01-22T14:21:00.001+00:002021-03-30T11:09:26.215+01:00Latest In Beauty - January 2021I've been a little absent from my blog for the past few days and in the future I will be blogging a little less than usual so you can expect one blog post every week or every two weeks from now on. Today's post is my review of the January box from Latest In Beauty which you may have seen a sneak peek of if you follow me on Instagram. *Latest In Beauty Box - January 2021The variety is Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7246664088358408776.post-6856261878161973112021-01-16T09:55:00.007+00:002021-04-02T09:25:39.299+01:00Winter Clothing Wishlist + Tips Images from Awesome JadeNOT sponsored or gifted (not paid in any way)Today's post is a short and sweet look at some of the gorgeous items of clothing from Awesome Jade that are on my very long winter wish list! Winter isn't my favourite season but I do love all of the cosy interiors and clothing for the colder months, especially the cute jumpers, cardigans and knitted dresses that are ideal for Unknownnoreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7246664088358408776.post-30264868339206998662021-01-15T15:33:00.004+00:002021-03-30T11:10:18.709+01:00Winter Skincare TipsIf you've been following my blog for the past few years, you may have read some of my previous skincare posts - skincare is an intuitive process for me and my skincare needs are constantly changing. My skincare products and the needs of my skin are most apparent during the changing seasons. Winter is the most harsh time for my sensitive and dry skin as it always accentuates my dryness but Unknownnoreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7246664088358408776.post-27271884279570924102021-01-11T10:55:00.005+00:002021-03-30T11:10:40.559+01:00Favourite Winter Outfit + TipsToday's post is featuring one of my favourite winter knitwear items from the past couple of weeks as well as a few basic winter styling tips from a petite, lazy dresser! I used to publish quite a few clothing posts but I've stopped as I focused on a wider range of topics but it's great to publish posts like these occasionally, particularly when I have a very cute jumper to rave about. *Unknownnoreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7246664088358408776.post-28021044577853514552021-01-09T12:55:00.003+00:002021-04-13T09:17:50.652+01:00Anxiety + Relaxation HelpersThe end of 2020 and start of 2021 was filled with anxiety for me, not just about the current pandemic but a few negative and anxiety inducing things happened that caused me to fall into an anxiety slump for the past couple of weeks. While I still have moments of anxiety every few days that cause me to pace constantly, worry and feel sick, it is definitely better than it was a couple of weeks ago Unknownnoreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7246664088358408776.post-46169246600343395382021-01-06T13:53:00.004+00:002021-03-30T11:12:06.727+01:00December Reading Wrap-Up 2020My final reading wrap-up for 2020 is here, it is a little late, oops! December was a very anxiety filled month for so many reasons and I didn't read as much as I wanted to but hopefully 2021 will be a great reading year and will have far less anxiety in it. I read a total of nine books in the month with one being an audiobook. I also finished all of the published books by Mary Roach over the pastUnknownnoreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7246664088358408776.post-77342530165030522412020-12-30T15:07:00.005+00:002020-12-30T15:07:36.923+00:00DegustaBox: December 2020The end of 2020 is drawing ever closer so it is time for me to share my thoughts on the December DegustaBox which I've been eating and sharing my way through over the month. As always, you can see sneak peeks of my upcoming posts and gifted items on my Instagram (@ofbeautyand). For more information about Degustabox, check out their website or my previous posts. *DegustaBox - December Unknownnoreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7246664088358408776.post-48224151240742665492020-12-27T13:23:00.003+00:002021-03-30T11:12:26.613+01:00How To Create The Perfect Cosy Night InWinter is here and with it comes dark nights, cold temperatures and dull weather (that is pretty much the norm in Manchester all year round) but it also means that we have the excuse to for many cosy nights in (with your household or bubble). It is admittedly my least favourite time of the year, however there are many ways in which to make it more bearable such as cosy nights in, comfort food, Unknownnoreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7246664088358408776.post-18556811049587855862020-12-21T14:18:00.000+00:002020-12-21T14:18:01.184+00:00Latest In Beauty Box: December 2020It's time for my final Latest In Beauty box review of the year and naturally the December box is their festive edit! The selection for the month of December was fantastic and I opted to choose my items early but there are still so many wonderful beauty products to choose from. To get a sneak peek of upcoming posts as well as PR mail and unboxings, follow me on Instagram (@ofbeautyand). *Unknownnoreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7246664088358408776.post-261385073146759812020-12-18T15:28:00.003+00:002020-12-18T15:28:44.873+00:00*Preparing For The FutureImage from World Market Sponsored Post (AD)The end of 2020 is almost here and it has prompted me to start thinking about my goals for 2021 as well as future plans and saving money. I am a chronic over thinker and planner so preparing for the future would sound like a task I'd enjoy but alas, it fills me with dread and uncertainty which is something we've all had enough of this year. However,Unknownnoreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7246664088358408776.post-14305026609006849632020-12-17T11:49:00.005+00:002021-03-30T11:12:56.103+01:00*Ultra-Convenient Gifts For The Person You LoveThis is a collaborative post (AD - paid)Do you have a special somebody in your life? If so, then you’re probably often thinking hard about what gifts you can get them.
There’s just a small problem: giving them something convenient is always a challenge. After all, you’re often so busy, you don’t have time to walk around, browsing various gifts in the stores. You’re too busy with the rest of Unknownnoreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7246664088358408776.post-63267074215051297532020-12-15T17:46:00.004+00:002021-03-30T11:13:19.659+01:00Christmas Beauty Gift Guide 2020Today's post is my final Christmas gift guide of the year and it is focusing on all things beauty, from gorgeous fragrances and cosy candles to winter skincare saviours, pampering face masks, wonderful haircare products and a couple of 2020 essentials. If you are looking for more gift ideas, check out my unisex gift guides for 2020 as well as my previous gift ideas posts. Also, make sure you are Unknownnoreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7246664088358408776.post-34703607233250570182020-12-12T15:45:00.004+00:002021-03-30T11:13:47.690+01:00Last Minute Christmas Gifts 2020Today's post is my penultimate Christmas gift guide of the year! The lead up to Christmas has really sped by but thankfully there's still time to purchase (in-store or online) a range of wonderful Christmas gifts for friends, family, neighbours or colleagues. I wanted to include a very wide range of gift ideas in today's post so we have a few stocking fillers and essentials as well as a few Unknownnoreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7246664088358408776.post-60797346623905519142020-12-11T06:30:00.001+00:002020-12-11T06:30:02.516+00:00DegustaBox - November 2020I'm very late with today's review of the November DegustaBox as I usually like to post my review within the month; however, it's a great box so I want to share my thoughts and all of the delicious goodies that were part of the November box. If you want a sneak peek inside the box and of my upcoming posts, make sure you are following me on Instagram (@ofbeautyand). *DegustaBox - November Unknownnoreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7246664088358408776.post-51874750035368710852020-12-09T11:36:00.001+00:002020-12-09T11:36:09.985+00:00*How To Monetise Your BlogImage from Pinterest Sponsored post (AD)Starting a blog is exciting – talking about your thoughts and everything that makes you happy, meeting people with the same likes and dislikes and creating your own little corner of the internet. It’s even more exciting when you start making a little bit of money from it, I mean… who wouldn’t like to make some extra money doing what they love?
If you Unknownnoreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7246664088358408776.post-60041596478723083172020-12-09T09:28:00.002+00:002020-12-09T09:28:37.267+00:00*How To Choose The Right Jewellery For A PartnerImage from PinterestCollaborative post (AD)Christmas is coming up and one of the best things about Christmas (besides the love and magic) is the art of gift-giving. For some people, shopping is done months in advance and they are wrapped and ready in the closet to go under the tree by November. For others, last minute shopping is the art here!
One of the loveliest gifts that you can give anotherUnknownnoreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7246664088358408776.post-4656396380013125642020-12-08T16:51:00.004+00:002020-12-08T16:51:53.303+00:00*Give The Gift Of Relaxation This ChristmasImage from PinterestThis is a collaborative post (AD)Christmas is fast approaching but it isn't too late to select the perfect gift for friends and family. While Christmas this year cannot be normal, it doesn't mean that you can't give a thoughtful gift or the gift of an experience to look forward to in the new year; I think we all need something happy to focus in 2021 as this year has been quiteUnknownnoreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7246664088358408776.post-85579276301217569692020-12-06T12:57:00.003+00:002021-03-30T11:14:55.734+01:00October + November Favourites 2020As the end of the year is approaching, I'm thinking about all of the products that I've loved throughout 2020 (my 2020 favourites posts will be live at the end of the month) and I realised that I haven't published my October and November favourites yet. Despite my freelance work being very slow this year and not wearing makeup as much as I used to, I've actually found quite a few amazing productsUnknownnoreply@blogger.com9