As I enter the final year of my 30s, I thought I s As I enter the final year of my 30s, I thought I share with you some pictures of mine at 9 months, 9 years, 19 years, 29 years  to today 39 years old of age. Looking back at each decade, I feel both ‘older’ and ‘younger’, I see the change in my features, the change in my way of life, the change in my personality and the experience itched on my face. I am grateful for the life I have lived thus far and excited for the life I am yet to live. 
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2026 - 39, (Home, England), I am ready for this final year before my 40s but also ready for this next decade. 
2016 - 29, (Oslo, Norway), this decade was about self discovery and building the life I dreamt about. The life that I am super proud of and truly grateful to be living. This decade, I built my financial life and in later years choose to heal from the trauma gained in the last decade and now I feel well equipped for the future. 
2006 - 19, (Glasgow, Scotland), I thought I was grown (look at the cheekbones 🤣🤣) and ready for the world, chiiiild was I wrong, let’s just say, I am still resolving the trauma the decade brought me but I am grateful because I met my best friends and made decisions for the future I wanted to have. (Spoiler alert - I did better than I dreamed). 
1996 - 9, (Home, Zambia) this was my birthday but my little sister insisted she had to be the one in the middle. The only way we knew whose birthday it was, was by standing in the middle but this year I remember baby sister crying her eyes out and refusing 🤨
1988 - 9 months, (Chililabombwe, Zambia) although my mother looks tired and traumatised😟, I know I was loved and happy. 
#happybirthday #happybirthday❤️ #newera #39
Attended #ascotraces for the second year running a Attended #ascotraces for the second year running and I am glad to have experienced the ‘Village enclosure’ this year, whilst I loved ‘Windsor enclosure’ last year, it’s not for me. Next year, I want Queen Anne’s enclosure. 💕 #girlsdayout #girlslikeus #ascotfashion
How I missed you my love 🥰🥰🥰 #hertripsabroad #bla How I missed you my love 🥰🥰🥰

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Tried being a #touristforaday and we chose #london Tried being a #touristforaday and we chose #london because why not. My feet still hurt from the thought of how much walking we did, the fact that we walked from #bigben to #buckinghampalace is still fresh on my mind. 

#neverstopexploring
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So much happened and yet I can’t find the words.
It has been an amazing week here, definitely recom It has been an amazing week here, definitely recommend @iberostar in Agadir. 
#neverstopexploring #wanderlust #welltravelled #lifeofadventure #hertripsabroad
I spent a week in #dohaqatar and had the most rela I spent a week in #dohaqatar and had the most relaxing and fulfilling time of my life. Sometimes taking it slow and living in the moment is what the soul needs. 🥰🥰🥰
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I had such an amazing week in Doha, Qatar after no I had such an amazing week in Doha, Qatar after not visiting for almost 8years. 📍

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Beauty, Review, Sponsor Roundup · January 12, 2016

{Beauty Review} ASDM’s Hyaluronic Acid Serum {GIVEAWAY CLOSED}

It’s been a year already going on two since I started using hyaluronic and/or vitamin c based face serums. I have used other types of serums and loved them too but I always go back to my hyaluronic acid serums. I love hyaluronic acid serums because hyaluronic acid is already naturally present in the body but over the years as we are exposed to the elements just having it alone without added boost doesn’t help much.

When I first started using serums I was very sceptical as firstly I was not sure what I was meant to see what days/weeks or even months of trying the products but one thing I quickly noticed is that after applying the serum my face creams held better and my face looked even more ‘youthful’.

 I have mentioned in my introduction post about ASDM Beverly Hills that I had not heard of the company prior to being contacted but I quickly familiarised myself with them and their products before agreeing to review at least 3 of their products. Today I am reviewing the hyaluronic acid serum and also running a giveaway to offer one of you an opportunity to win this serum.

Hyaluronic acid serum Review

Packaging: When I received the products first thing I noticed was the packaging which was nicely done for courier and the product itself was not bad looking but it is ordinary as most of my serum bottles look like that (maybe there is a reason for it). The bottle is medium sized and is a pipette type making it easier to get the amount you want.

Serum: Brown in colour and very cold, I keep all my face products away from direct sunlight and aim to keep them at recommended temperatures. When I first applied the serum on the cotton pad then onto my face it felt very cool, smooth and once applied around my face left my face feeling tight. This is something I never get tired of, I feel like serums prime the face for moisturisers. The serum was easily absorbed into my skin upon application and I have a habit of fanning my face after applying serums and moisturisers to my face and this time was not different the difference was the rate at which the serum was absorbed and how short my fanning time was. I love that the serum is not greasy, that it’s hydrating and for me it actually works my face looks even better now and the current winter weather has nothing on me.

Use: It is recommended that you use the serum twice a day and sometimes I do but most days I prefer to use serums in the morning only and use my other ‘nightly’ products for the night. You do not have to apply lots to get the desired effect ‘youthful’ I mostly use 2x pea sized amounts (I have a big face 😂😂).

One thing I have noticed over the years about using serums is that when I applied my makeup my face still looks youthful and in the cold of winters it prevents my face from drying out and leaving cracked skin which is a huge bonus as cracked nothing ain’t cute.

Now for the time you’ve been waiting for, the #Giveaway. This is open to UK and Ireland , USA and Canada. Use the rafflecopter below to enter the completion, good luck.

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Comments

  1. helen newton says

    January 30, 2016 at 10:33 pm

    This is the first time I have heard of this product , but I would love to try for myself 🙂

    Reply
  2. Sheila Reeves says

    January 30, 2016 at 9:45 pm

    I would keep it for me, I’d not heard of this brand before reading your blog, but it looks very promising

    Reply
  3. Nancy Bradford says

    January 30, 2016 at 9:07 pm

    This would be for me and I’ve never tried it but would love to.

    Reply
  4. Theresa Parker says

    January 30, 2016 at 5:20 pm

    I would either keep it for myself or give it to my friend Rosie who’s birthday is coming up soon…thank u for the chance

    Reply
  5. Gem Cook says

    January 30, 2016 at 11:39 am

    If I was lucky enough to win, I would love to keep it for myself. My skin needs some TLC and this would be perfect!
    I’ve heard great things and would like to try it for myself.
    Thank you for the chance.
    I really enjoy reading your blogs.

    Reply
  6. Susan Currie says

    January 30, 2016 at 11:20 am

    Looks like a lovely product

    Reply
  7. jackie curran says

    January 30, 2016 at 11:17 am

    I would keep it myself, I love trying out beauty products , this serum sounds amazing.

    Reply
  8. Sheila Reavy says

    January 29, 2016 at 4:23 pm

    Haven’t heard of this before but would love it for myself.

    Reply
  9. Lynsey Buchanan says

    January 29, 2016 at 5:05 am

    If I won I would keep the Hyaluronic Acid Serum Bottle for myself as I love trying new products

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      January 29, 2016 at 6:54 am

      Awesome, good luck

  10. Adrian Bold says

    January 29, 2016 at 1:12 am

    Looks like a great product, but I wasn’t aware of it until today. Would love to win it as a gift for my girlfriend. Good luck everyone!

    Reply
  11. Kim M says

    January 28, 2016 at 8:14 pm

    Would love this for my Mum x

    Reply
  12. Lizzy Cooper says

    January 28, 2016 at 3:13 pm

    It would be for me, I’ve never heard of them but this looks amazing!!!

    Reply
  13. Samantha Atherton says

    January 27, 2016 at 9:46 pm

    I would love to try in myself

    Reply
  14. Mary Chez says

    January 27, 2016 at 2:49 pm

    I would keep it for myself

    Reply
  15. Jess Howliston says

    January 26, 2016 at 8:42 pm

    I haven’t heard of this brand before but it sounds great and if I won I think I would keep it to try myself! x

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      January 26, 2016 at 9:33 pm

      Awesome and good luck

  16. Sheri Darby says

    January 25, 2016 at 9:25 pm

    If I was lucky enough to win I would keep it for myself

    Reply
  17. Fionajk42 says

    January 25, 2016 at 4:45 pm

    I’m not familiar with this brand, but after your reviews it sounds like I should look out for it. I would keep this product for myself. I’ve not tried a serum with hyaluronic acid before – maybe this is what I need for my very dry skin.

    Reply
  18. cheryl price says

    January 21, 2016 at 10:20 am

    I have heard of it but never tried it, i would keep fro myself

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      January 21, 2016 at 10:23 am

      It’s an amazing product and good luck

  19. Susan B says

    January 17, 2016 at 7:54 am

    Thanks for the great review and giveaway as I’ve never heard of ASDM before. My skin drinks serum like I drink coffee so I would love to try it for myself.

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      January 17, 2016 at 8:32 am

      Hahaha love that, hope you win it if you’ve entered and thanks

  20. clair downham says

    January 15, 2016 at 2:50 pm

    i havent heard of this before and i would love to try myself thankyou

    Reply
  21. Natalie Crossan says

    January 14, 2016 at 11:36 pm

    I’d love to try this xx

    Reply
  22. Danielle Cresswell says

    January 14, 2016 at 11:23 pm

    I’ve never heard of this before but it sounds good. I would give this to my Mum she needs a treat x

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      January 15, 2016 at 4:59 am

      It’s an awesome product

  23. John Frost says

    January 14, 2016 at 9:35 pm

    I would probably use it

    Reply
  24. Emma Ellams says

    January 14, 2016 at 2:38 pm

    I’ve not heard of them before but it definitely looks like something I would get a lot of use out of 🙂

    Reply
  25. VaiChin @RamblingThroughParenthood says

    January 13, 2016 at 10:46 pm

    If I win it will be for me. No, I haven’t heard of the brand before, but will like to give it a try.

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      January 13, 2016 at 10:47 pm

      Awesome

  26. Sonia says

    January 13, 2016 at 7:23 pm

    Oh this is very interesting, I have really dry skin and am looking for something not too greasy so will have look into this, thank you 🙂

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      January 13, 2016 at 7:24 pm

      It’s a great serum and a must in this weather

  27. Michelle O'Neill says

    January 13, 2016 at 6:23 pm

    I would keep it for me xx

    Reply
  28. claire woods says

    January 13, 2016 at 4:34 pm

    I would keep it for me. I’ve not heard of it before.

    Reply
  29. Keith Hunt says

    January 13, 2016 at 4:08 pm

    Looks nice for my sister

    Reply
  30. Denfor Hopkins says

    January 13, 2016 at 2:02 pm

    Great product, would use it myself.

    Reply
  31. Denfor Hopkins says

    January 13, 2016 at 2:01 pm

    The prize would be for me, great product.

    Reply
  32. Jennifer Haden says

    January 13, 2016 at 8:14 am

    I’d love to keep this for myself, Never heard of this brand and very curious to try them 🙂

    Reply
  33. Ruth Harwood says

    January 13, 2016 at 8:11 am

    This would definitely be for me – I love trying new products! 🙂

    Reply
  34. Natalie Ray says

    January 13, 2016 at 12:03 am

    This is really interesting, it’s great that it’s based on something naturally on our skin and really helpful to know that it stops your face from drying out.x

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      January 13, 2016 at 3:28 am

      Exactly I love it

  35. Lorraine Mabbitt says

    January 12, 2016 at 10:33 pm

    I would keep it for myself I have really dry skin so maybe this would help. I’ve never heard of the brand before so it would be nice to give it a try.

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      January 13, 2016 at 3:28 am

      It’s an amazing product from an amazing brand

  36. Jacqui Rankine says

    January 12, 2016 at 10:14 pm

    This would be for me. I am not aware of the product.

    Reply
  37. Baby Isabella says

    January 12, 2016 at 7:37 pm

    A lot of mummies don’t have time to indulge in a good beauty routine. My mummy is one of them and uses soap and water on her face. This looks and sounds like a fab product. 2016 is the year she’ll experiment with new potions 😉 Thanks for the review!

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      January 12, 2016 at 7:50 pm

      You welcome and you’re right most mummies don’t and this would be awesome introduction

  38. Eve Redmond says

    January 12, 2016 at 7:13 pm

    This looks really good, we all have that one product that we love! x

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      January 12, 2016 at 7:33 pm

      We do indeed

  39. Jenni - Odd Socks and Lollipops says

    January 12, 2016 at 2:25 pm

    This sounds great, definitely something I need to look in to! What a fab competition

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      January 12, 2016 at 2:29 pm

      Awesome

  40. Fiona N says

    January 12, 2016 at 11:42 am

    I would love to win this ASDM’s Hyaluronic Acid Serum for myself!
    Thank You for the chance

    Reply
  41. Sara-Jayne says

    January 12, 2016 at 10:20 am

    Youthful. I like the sound of that! My skin feels anything but at the moment – I’ve always wondered about serums and the like. I think it might be on my birthday list for the big 40 this year!

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      January 12, 2016 at 10:46 am

      I love hyaluronic acid serums for the good they do for my face definitely give it a try

  42. Elizabeth says

    January 12, 2016 at 9:18 am

    Looks like a great product. I know this stuff is supposed to be good for the joints too, being found in the fluid there.

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      January 12, 2016 at 9:41 am

      It is a great product indeed

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