Father's Day Gift Idea - Lotil Original Cream

Hi Everyone!

Hope you are having a nice week so far.

Today is going to be another Father's Day gift idea for you and it is for Lotil's Original Cream*. I should point out that I have included it in my gift guide series but it can be used by men or women and is great for anyone suffering from dry skin.

In terms of practical products this is a great one, you can use it everyday and it is super cheap but with great benefits for the skin. 

Lotil have been going for over 100 years now and their original cream gently rehydrates dry skin to provide maximum moisture and protection. It helps to heal dry, chapped or cracked skin and also helps to guard against potential infections due to the anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and anti-sceptic properties. 

The formula is very rich and hydrating but importantly non-greasy in texture meaning it absorbs in nicely and gets to work on your skin quickly. You will get the best results if you do incorporate it into your daily routine as is often the case with moisturising creams and to apply you simply massage into the skin until it is absorbed, after you have washed your face or before going to bed. 

You can pick up a tube in all good pharmacies, I'd recommend checking out Boots or Lloyds Pharmacy in particular and Boots sell a 50ml tube for £3.59 or a 114ml tub for £6.29 which is the even more cost efficient option. 

I hope you liked this post, let me know if you have tried out Lotil by leaving me a comment below.

Thanks for reading!

Love Sally X

Summer Music Festivals - My Essentials This Year

Hey Everyone!

I hope you are all well and having a nice week.

Today we are going to be talking about summer music festivals! I did a series last year sharing some of my top picks on fashion, footwear and other bits and bobs which hopefully I'm going to do again this year. Today's post is going to be a super quick checklist on some of the key things that I will be taking with me this year and that hopefully you will find useful.

First of all, this year I will be taking multiple portable phone charging banks. My phone is an absolute nightmare when it comes to rinsing the battery and I want to make sure I can get hold of my friends at all times and also be able to take photos on the go to share with you guys on Instagram! I'll be looking for ones that are lightweight and have a high storage capacity to make sure they last as long as possible.

Next, I'll be taking a sturdy water bottle. There are always taps to fill up from and I want to make sure that I am hydrated throughout the day as when it's hot and you are doing loads of walking and dancing, it is really easy to start feeling a bit faint and dehydrated if you don't have enough liquid which can be really dangerous.

I'll also be taking some fun fashion items, I'll have a minimum of one flower crown (probably more), some custom printed t-shirts for me and the girl gang to wear together and then nice jewellery such as personalised wristbands from https://www.welovewristbands.com/ where you can create your own designs and make them look really cool.

This year I must remember to make sure I pack a more heavy duty fold up chair, the one I took last time was absolutely knackered after a few days and I want to get a proper metal frame camping style one as when you're sat around your tent chilling out, the last thing you want is a wobbly cheap one that you fear will collapse at any second (it didn't thankfully).

Another good thing to take would be a supply of plastic carrier bags. I cannot even tell you how handy these come in for carrying food, dirty clothes or shoes, drinks, keeping stuff clean and meaning you can pack it all in your case without mixing everything in together. Take a good 5-10 and you wont regret it, they take up next to no space as well.

I hope you found these useful, if you want to see a full festival checklist post tell me in the comments below and I can try and put something together.

Thanks for reading! Love Sally X

Father's Day Gift Idea - Gillette Fusion ProShield

Hey Everyone!

I hope you all had a nice weekend!

Today is the next post in my Father's Day gift idea series and it is featuring the Gillette Fusion Proshield razor*.

This razor shields the skin with a protective lubrication layer to prevent irritation before and after the shaving process. It features Flexball Technology which works with the contours of your face meaning it can pick up every single hair and glides smoothly. There are five precision blades which reduce on any tug or pulling on the skin which makes for a comfortable shave even for sensitive skin.

The razor retails at around £12 and is available in most major retailers and makes for a great Father's Day gift idea. Also in the Gillette range are pre and post shave products such as shaving gel, shaving foam or aftershave balm and there are also deodorants and shower gels, all at very affordable prices. You can check out the full selection on: http://gillette.co.uk/en-gb.

I hope you found this post helpful and do let me know your thoughts below in the comments section.

Thanks for reading!

Love Sally X

My Warner Bros Father's Day Experience

Hi Guys!

Today is a super exciting new post about an event I went to on Thursday ran by Warner Bros specially for Father's Day. There was an exclusive screening at their private theatre in Holborn of the film Creed and I was invited to go along with a plus one so I took my boyfriend for a nice little date night out and we had such a great time.

We went straight after work from our office and just hopped on the tube a few stops and before we knew it we arrived at Warner Bros head quarters.



After being given our visitor passes we went into a room full of tasty snacks and drinks where we had the chance to network with other bloggers and see what everyone is up to.

Then at 7pm we went into the private preview theatre with luxurious comfy seats to watch Creed which was a really awesome film in the Rocky series about boxing.

After the event we were given an amazing goody bag full of Warner Bros films for us to watch at home together and a special Creed scarf. It really was a fantastic night and I feel so lucky that I was able to experience it, going to the cinema or theatre with family and friends is always such good fun and a great way to spend quality time together.

What are you guys up to for Father's Day? Let me know in the comments below!

Thanks for reading!

Love Sally X

Father's Day Gift Idea - Erasmic Traditional Skincare

Hi Everyone!

I hope you are all having a nice weekend!

Today is going to be another father's day gift suggestion in the form of the traditional shaving brand Erasmic. The brand dates back to the 1880's and has recently been give a fresh brand makeover to keep them relevant to their customers and their range has also been updated with exciting new products.

The full range includes: Original Shaving Foams*, Soap Bowl*, Shave Stick, Shaving Lather Cream and a Shaving Brush*, all of which are available at Savers stores and prices start from as little as £1.50.

The range caters to all different types of grooming routines whether your dad goes for a clean shave, stylish moustache or expert goatee and Erasmic products all help to keep the skin ultra smooth and moisturised with every shave.

It's a great affordable gift option and you can bundle together the products into a nice little hamper/basket at very little cost for a gift that your dad can use as part of his routine.

I hope you liked this suggestion, let me know what gifts you are planning for this Father's Day in the comments below and they might be featured in my next post!

Thanks for reading! Love Sally X

Father's Day Gift Idea - Caledonian Brewery Craft Ales

Hi Everyone!

Today is another instalment in my father's day gift ideas series and I'm going to be sharing two recently launched craft beers by the Edinburgh based Caledonian Brewery.

Craft beers have really taken off in the past couple of years with microbreweries and beer festivals becoming really popular. Craft beers offer an alternative to the usual varieties, all giving tasty new flavours and drinking experiences, perfect for a present for your dad this father's day!

First there is the Three Hop craft lager*, a deliciously flavoursome and crisp lager that is brewed with three of Europe's finest hops from some of the great brewing regions across the continent. It is 4.5% ABV and has spicy and herbal aromas with notes of honey and mint.

Then there is the Coast to Coast polished bronze ale*, brewed with American hops imported from the Yakima Valley in Washington State and then married with British East Coast maritime malt. It's a well balanced and characterful beer with citrus aromas and flavours complimented by a smooth and rounded bitter finish.

Both beers are really quite delicious and very different from each other, a great addition to the existing range at Caledonian Brewery. You can purchase either beer at £2 per bottle in major retailers nationwide and some pubs and bars so keep an eye out!

You can read more information about Caledonian Brewery and their products over on http://www.caledonianbeer.com/.

I hope you liked this gift idea, thanks for reading!

Love Sally X

Father's Day Gift Idea - Braun Beard Trimmer

Hi Everyone!

I hope you are all having a nice week.

Today is going to be focusing on a Father's Day gift idea, the Braun beard trimmer*. Whether your dad has a full on beard or is styling designer stubble it's a really great idea for a present that is both practical and inexpensive.

The trimmer can be used wet or dry, comes with a detachable trimming comb for flexibility and also has a precision comb with 20 length settings to choose from so your dad can pick whichever one fits with their preference. The ultra sharp stainless steel blades cut easily through long or thick hair easily as well and are lifetime lasting so wont need replacement.

The trimmer comes with rechargeable batteries and on a full charge can be used for 50 minutes of cordless constant power which I think is pretty good. It's also super easy to clean, you just run it under a tap and rinse off.

The beard trimmer is available at most major retailers for around £40 and if you want to read up more on the product you can head over to: http://uk.braun.com/en-gb.

I hope you found this useful, let me know your gift ideas in the comments below and I might include them in my next post!

Thanks for reading. Love Sally X