Beauty Boxx

35 weeks into pregnancy and I’ve finally found a swimming costume that fits my bump perfectly🤰🏼

I ordered this one from after months of trying on different ones that were either too high and the hip/thigh or not enough support or stretch over my tummy. The breast area could be a bit better supported/fitted but I’m at the point now where I just need to wear something or I’ll never end up going and I want to go to mother and baby classes once he’s here so kinda need to get a wriggle on a bit!

I’ve been wanting to go swimming for a while but like a lot of ladies I’m sure during pregnancy have felt quite self conscious of the growth of my thighs and the cellulite that’s increased along with it 🤦🏼‍♀️

So after a bit of a pamper this week, I booked myself in for a spray tan at .brow.lash.artistry to up the confidence to get the legs out a bit more now we’re approaching summer and I’m very happy with the result else I wouldn’t be posting a pic of myself otherwise. Everything feels better with a tan.

Sadly cellulite is something that I’ve always had and is hereditary. It is known to get worse in pregnancy and with me now being so heavy it is a struggle to walk and get exercise in so I’m hoping that swimming will help stimulate the fatty tissues and tone me up a little.

I’ve stopped eating McDonald’s this week after a bit of a protest about having to now pay for sauce in the drive thru 🙃 so that should help a bit too 🤷🏼‍♀️🤣

I’m trying to increase the circulation in the legs by using creams and a hand held massaging thing, although I think a proper deep tissue massage might be more beneficial.. I might look into it but am also open to suggestions off anyone who’s had kids and/or the same cellulite/thigh issues what creams or treatments you’ve used that have noticeably made a difference. Please drop comments below to help a mother out 🥰

When you know what it means to be green 💚💚💚

A lil’ dottyness 💅🏼

Using

Gel Mani on the lovely yesterday 💅🏼

Got buns hun?! 🧁🍧

I discovered this b**b mask yesterday shopping with my friend in . I thought I would give it a whirl whilst taking some time out to self care due to having crippling PCOS symptoms this cycle🩸😭

If you follow my lifestyle blog you will be aware I post about PCOS and health stuff regularly on there. B***s need extra TLC especially leading up-to and during your time of the month because they swell up and ache which can be very uncomfortable to live with. This b**b mask was actually quite a relaxing thing to test out whilst sat back on my bed propped up on a furry hot water bottle, giving me all the comfort feels I needed to just chill tbh

The mask is enriched with hyaluronic acid, vitamin E and aloe vera extract “to keep your perky pair hydrated”. This could be really beneficial if you get dry ni***es in pregnancy I can imagine or after surgery. I left on for 20-30 minutes as instructed and gently patted the remaining essence into my b**bs afterwards which leaves the skin silky smooth and moisturised without having to rub cream onto them - ideal if your b**bs are hurting too much to want to even touch them

Taking self care to the next level this purse friendly little treat is deffo worth a try, I think it would be good to take on holiday too especially if you like to sunbathe topless. Go get it girls 💕🥰😝

**bs **bmask **blove **bsupport

For all my LDN ladies in need of 👄 get in touch with my girl .official .beauty.ltd

I made the decision the other day to cut my own hair but the reason behind this is a deeply personal one 💇🏼‍♀️❤️‍🩹

Last year was particularly tough for me. I won’t go into too much detail as to why but I spent much of it alone, isolated, skint, anxious, depressed, lonely, in mourning, traumatised & heartbroken.

Six months ago I couldn’t get out of bed. I didn’t want to be here & it’s not the first time I’ve experienced depression & suicidal thoughts but it was by far the most painful & dilapidating. Unable to work, socialise or even self care efficiently I became somewhat a recluse with only my cat as company for often weeks on end. I didn’t realise at the time because I guess when you’re going through something so severe you don’t notice the small things like your hair breaking off from being tied up in a bobble 24/7. I avoided people. I avoided the mirror even because every time I caught a glimpse I could see pain & sadness deep within me, even my eyes looked dull like a light had gone out inside my usually very bright and chirpy little head. It was very painful time. It’s taken a lot of hard work & dedication to stay on top of my health & be in the place I’m at now mentally 🙏🏼 Health, nutrition and mental health have always been top priorities. I consider myself a strong person but even the strongest of people need help sometimes & I’m a big advocate for it. I’ve had lots of it, more people should do it. Healing is part of growth.

I took some pics the other day (swipe left) before I decided to give myself a blunt cut so you can see the underneath of my hair where it was broken. I’ve been hiding it for months & giving myself weekly treatments to strengthen it. I feel 10x better for doing this, good hair really does make you feel better especially if you’ve lost it through illness so to have it looking healthy & fresh again makes the world of difference.

Self care is so important even when you don’t feel like it. Life isn’t easy & we need to give ourselves more of a break, self love & self care are a necessity 🙏🏼🥰

#2022

I’m currently booked until next year now 💅🏼 💄 however should you need my assistance in the new year for a makeover, new brows, nails, lashes or hot waxing holla at ya girl 🧚🏼

🌈

New nails for the gorgeous 💅🏼

Wishing you all a wonderful weekend 💕

Oooohweee 🧼🧴

I’ve been ranting and raving about this foaming cleanser because honestly my skin has never looked and felt so good! You guys have to try it it’s very reasonably priced as well 👏🏼

This “cleanses and removes oil without disrupting the protective skin barrier of the face and body”

With 3 essential &

Developed with dermatologists, fragrance free. PERFECT for sensitive skin. I’m a natural blonde and my skin is like a babies I have to be super careful what I put on it and don’t wear much makeup either for this reason else I end up with inflammation and redness. I couldn’t recommend this brand more and have yet to see what else they do, saying that I don’t even need to use toner from using this so it’s super purse friendly. It’s the ultimate glow up ✨

What better way to spend a Saturday. Fresh hair colour, fresh laminated brows. Considering doing LVL lashes too but I’ve ran out of lash tint so might wait til next week..

How’s everyone’s weekend going so far? What have you been up to?

I’m looking for brow lash and nail models in the Solihull/Birmingham area over the next couple of weeks, please DM me for more information 💕