My Little Box - January

January's My Little Box theme was My Little Wish Box, which I thought was a really nice idea and better than just sticking to something generic to do with the new year such as resolutions or being healthy! I was really pleased with this month's box, after being really disappointed with some of the other boxes I've received. Although last month's box was good I am still so annoyed that I didn't get the mini Nars blush *sobs*. After this month's box, to try and save money, I was going to cancel my subscription but due to the lovely contents of this box I'm having second thoughts!

2016 Diary

This diary is so pretty! The font is gorgeous and it has a beautiful illustration page at the beginning of each month. My one huge complaint... who buys a diary at the end of January?! Surely it's something most people have bought before the previous year has ended. So I already have a diary so not sure what I'm going to do with this one! Any ideas, let me know!

Message Bracelets

This is was one of those items that makes me really want to unsubscribe from this box. Essentially some bits of tiny ribbon with something written on, plus one of mine was missing! Apparently worth £6, I think it's a waste of money. I guess someone younger may have been more pleased with this than me...

 My Little Beauty Lip Balm

You can never have enough lip balms! This is perfect for either travelling or chucking in the handbag. I'm just glad it's not another moisturizer from My Little Beauty as it has been for the last few boxes! I've really liked all the products from My Little Beauty (My Little Box's own range) and is one of the reason I continue my subscription.

REN, Rosa  Centifolia 3 in 1 Cleansing Water

I'm guessing this is like a micellar water so I'm intrigued to try this out. I'll probably stash it away and take it with me when I next go away somewhere. Also I've never tried out any products from REN so this is the perfect opportunity!

NoxiDoxi Mask and Peel Perfect Eclat

This was the products that grabbed my attention the most. Firstly I love masks and secondly I've been looking for a peel, I'm really excited to try this out. Will definitely report back on what I think of this! Hoping it gives me dull skin a bit more of a glow!

All in all I was quite pleased with this box and I am very tempted to stay subscribed, although there were a few boxes near the end of last year that I was really disappointed with but this box and December's box have been lovely!

Do you subscribe to any subscpription boxes? Let me know in the comments on tweet me @_bowsandbuttons

Hayley x 

January Beauty Haul

As much as I'm trying to save money, I couldn't resist a few little treats for myself and they're all products that will be used up and were on offer and and and... I'm not sure who I'm trying to persuade that I need these things because obviously I don't but here's what I bought...

Superdrug Vitamin E 360 Spray- On All Over Body Lotion

I've been debating repurchasing the Vaseline Spray and Go for a while, it's so convenient (a.k.a perfect for the person that can never be bothered to moisture) and amazing for when it's cold and you just want to get dressed after a shower, but at £5.99 I think its rather overpriced compared to a lot of drugstore body care. So I was very chuffed when I discovered this Superdrug one for £2.99! Also as it is Vitamin E I'm hoping it won't irritate the pesky eczema which has made an appearance on my legs!

Superdrug Vitamin E Refreshing Toning Mist

You know when something is one Buy One Get One Half Price! and you can't resist? Well this was the result of the impulsive decision to get something on that offer. I love facial mists and my skin on my face has been incredibly sensitive, I thought this would be perfect just to spritz on when it's feeling irritated or dry. Also just another thing to add... all of Superdrug's own products are cruelty free! (Which makes me feel a little less guilty about this purchase!)

MUA Matt Black Eyeliner & MUA Intense Colour Eyeliner in Jet Black

There's not a lot a lot to say about these purchases except for I'm trying to save money and am trying to go for cheaper options at the moment! MUA has never let me down with other products so I thought I would give their eyeliners a go!

Maybelline Big Lashes & The Falsies Push Up Drama Mascara

Again I fell into the trap...2 for £10 on all Maybelline products! Although this was more than I was intending to spend, it works out good value for money, right?! I've had the Big Lashes mascara before and really love that this product has two applicators, one for your top lashes and one for your bottom lashes. I think The Falsies Push Up Drama must be new as I've never seen it before, I've tried the original The Falsies and liked it so I thought I would give this one a go, I'm not exactly sure what the difference is meant to be though!

Collab Dry Shampoo

This is a repurchase and I definitely prefer this dry shampoo to Batiste! It's great that it comes in a mini as well as it's easy to throw in your handbag. I've never tried this scent before but I fancied trying something different!

Would you like to see a full review of any of these products? Let me know in the comments or tweet me @_bowsandbuttons

Hayley x 

Dear 2016...

Dear 2016,

We need to talk and get things straight. I'm sorry we haven't got off to the best start. That's partly my fault but you and fate play a part too. 

I couldn't face making resolutions when I don't even have the basic things I want in life at the moment. A job and opportunities. Don't tell me I'm not looking because I am but nothing seems to be falling into place. Don't tell me that things are going to work out in the end because I'm losing hope and need some cooperation before I feel like giving up. 

2016, in order for us to get along I'm going to try hard to make this work. But some luck would be helpful too! If I try my best to build experience and seek opportunity, in return will you take this year down a more positive path. 

You're such a year of uncertainty, the first full year that I won't be in education, the security bubble of that has well and truly burst! The uncertainty is what worries me and I know I'm only 21 and I shouldn't be worrying about what I want to do with the rest of my life but I am. 

So if we're going to get on we need to get things sorted now and start heading in the right direction. So no resolutions, just a letter and reminder to be positive and embrace what this year throws at me. A ramble to look back on and make me feel grateful that hopefully things are better than they are now. 

Hayley x 

January Disney Wishlist

  Disney Lion King Jumper // Minnie Mouse Bag Charm // Pink Disney Bambi PJ T-Shirt // Minnie   Mouse A5 Journal // Disney Vans // Minnie Mouse Mug 

You can really never have enough Disney related items!

Here's a few Disney bits and pieces I've seen on the internet lately. Also at the end of December I treated myself to my first Tsums Tsums! (post coming soon!)

Have you seen any cute Disney products lately? Let me know in the comments or tweet me @_bowsandbuttons

Hayley x