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 🥰🥰🥰

#hertripsabroad #blackgirlstraveltoo #maldives #neverstopexploring #welltravelled
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
🖤🖤MARCH PHOTO/VIDEO DUMP🖤🖤 So much happened and 🖤🖤MARCH PHOTO/VIDEO DUMP🖤🖤 

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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 #hertripsabroad #solotravel #solotravelingisfun 
#blackgirlstraveltoo
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. 📍

#qatar #doha #qatarphotoinstagram  #solo travel #travelbug bestvacations igtravel travelpic travelblog beautifuldestinations tlpicks instatravel roamtheplanet traveldeeper travelgram travelinspo wanderlust instapassport exploretheworld travelpics travelmore passionpassport travelawesome lonelyplanet travelblogger travelphotography traveltheworld worldtraveler
Happy New Year, happy 2026 #firstpicture of the ye Happy New Year, happy 2026 #firstpicture of the year.
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Beauty, Review, Sponsor Roundup · July 19, 2015

SINIVALIA’s Bentonite Clay Detox Face Mask ~ Review

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Two years ago when I started blogging I heard about the Bentonite clay and how people were swearing by its good and beneficial properties. I had never heard of it before then nor had I even used it but the ladies I watched on YouTube used Bentonite to grow strong and shiny hair. Like I said I had never heard of this clay and honestly did not bother to find out more until Sinivalia sent the Bentonite clay detox face mask for me to review alongside their other products which you can read my REVIEW about.

Bentonite clay also known as Montmorillonite is a type of clay that is found and formed from volcanic ash and has been around for centuries. Those who know about Bentonite clay call it the healing clay because of its healing and detoxifying properties and has been found to be the only clay that can be mixed with all beauty products. Some people drink the Bentonite clay for boost their immune system as Bentonite kills harmful viruses and bacterias whilst others use Bentonite clay externally like in the Sinivalia’s face mask.

Facial Mask – Best For Wrinkles, Acne, Blackheads, Pore Size – Anti-Ageing Treatment For Women and Men – All Natural Skin Care Product For All Skin Types – Hydrating and Cleansing Moisturiser Simulates Collagen For Firmer, Younger Skin – Great Vegan Gift – Satisfaction Guaranteed!

When I received the tub of bentonite clay I will honestly say I did not even read the first part I just read the ‘face mask’ part so was expecting to see the face mask instead I saw the clay powder. I was not sure what to do with it but also I decided to leave it for one free weekend to try the product out. I will fault Sinivalia in that there are no measurements on how much bentonite you’re meant to use with however much water to make the face mask so this was trial and error forme. I did waste quite a bit of clay even when I had literally just used I tbsp of clay and 5 tbsp of warm water I still wasted the clay as once I had mixed and applied to my face there was a lot left over.

The clay is very soft and very smooth even after you mix with water, I noticed that it had oil in it so applied quite easily to my face. It has no parabens and it’s Gluten free, you’re advised to keep the mask on for 15 minutes so the mask can purify and cleanse the skin. I found the mask was very moisturising and I believe it’s due to the oil added it and it does not hurt that Bentonite has anti-ageing properties but the is the first clay mask I have used and I am honestly impressed. Sinivalia recommends you use this clay weekly and I agree, I think I will be continuing to use this clay to pamper myself over the weekends when I am not traveling. I highly recommend this product, it has so many uses that everyone can benefit from. You can purchase this London made product from Amazon for £10.99.

Have you ever used Bentonite clay before?

What has been your experience with it?signature

Disclosure: I gifted the product in exchange for an honest review, no other forms of compensation were given regardless all opinions are honest and are my own.

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Comments

  1. eliz frank says

    July 27, 2015 at 7:04 am

    I’ve used clay masks before and find them to be beneficial to the skin. I like the ones that have a bit of oil as they leave the skin with more moisture… Now I’m curious about the clay for hair as I’m not familiar with that at all.

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  2. Liz Mays says

    July 26, 2015 at 7:51 pm

    I love the idea of using a clay mask. I really need to try this myself. I’m inspired!

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  3. The Conservative Mommy says

    July 25, 2015 at 4:31 am

    Very interesting. I have never even heard of a clay mask. Ill have to try this!

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    • Miranda says

      July 25, 2015 at 7:38 am

      I hadn’t either until I tried this bentonite clay face mask from sinivalia

  4. Danielle says

    July 25, 2015 at 3:27 am

    I have a jar of this sitting in my closet and I haven’t used it yet. I’ll have to give it a try now. Thanks for sharing!

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    • Miranda says

      July 25, 2015 at 7:39 am

      You welcome, I hope you like it as much as I did

  5. Cody Lowery says

    July 25, 2015 at 3:19 am

    Oh my I have got to try this!!

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    • Miranda says

      July 25, 2015 at 7:39 am

      You really should, its awesome

  6. Shannon Peterson says

    July 25, 2015 at 3:16 am

    I haven’t tried this particular one, but I LOVE what clay masks do for my skin!

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      July 25, 2015 at 7:40 am

      My recent stumble with them as made me love them and made them part of my weekend ritual

  7. Donna Ettinger says

    July 25, 2015 at 12:07 am

    I love clay face masks. That is my little personal spa get away in my own house (about add close as I’m going to get to a spa)

    Reply
    • Miranda says

      July 25, 2015 at 7:45 am

      I am just getting into them but loving them so much already.

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