July Favorites

July was a busy yet happy month. Even though I was always occupied with something, I felt like I wasn’t very productive.

Most of the tasks I included in my to-do list remained unticked and I only managed to read 3 books.

However, I found amazing series and songs that I’m still obsessed with.

Can’t wait to share everything with you! <3

Beauty

Skincare

This month I found such amazing skincare products! During Summer my skin gets extra dry so I wanted to search for more moisturizers.

Which skincare products did you love in July?

Smart Hydra Shot Stick // KIKO

Cost: 6,99€ // 6,99£

Claims: Moisturising and energising for the eyes and face, immediate fresh effect, in practical stick packaging. Refreshing formula, with a glacial water base, for a fast-acting feeling of freshness.

Review: My eye area has always been pretty dry, especially because I apply concealer almost every day. I tried several products but my skin remained dry and irritated. This month I tried this product from KIKO Milano (one of my favorite brands) and now I’m in love with it. It’s so refreshing and it really moistures the skin. 100% recommend!

Find it on KIKO: https://www.kikocosmetics.com/en-gb/soin-pour-la-peau/visage/hydratant/Smart-Hydrashot-Stick/p-KS0200110800044

48hr Moisturising Cream (Anti-pollution) // NUXE

Cost: 11,82 € ( Dott website) // 16,50£ (Nuxe Uk website)

Claims: This moisturising cream with plant milks and algae extract provides 48-hour hydration**, soothes and protects the skin from pollution. The skin looks fresh, soft and full all day long.

How to use: Apply the Moisturising Cream morning and/or evening to the face and neck.

Review: This product was a gift from my mom and I couldn’t love it more. I usually apply it once a day (evening). It doesn’t leave my skin oily and keeps it moisturized all day. It’s definitely something I want to buy again 🙂

Notes: Normal Skin // Contains 95.2 % natural origin ingredients

Find it on NUXE: https://uk.nuxe.com/creme-fraiche-de-beaute/moisturising-cream-creme-fraiche-de-beaute-48-hour-moisturising-cream-anti-pollution-en-926

MicellAIR Micellar Water – Sensitive Skin // Nivea

Cost: 6,79€ // 5,20£ (Amazon)

Claims:  Removes make-up effectively. Gently & deeply cleanses. Soothes.

How to use: Gently wipe over your face, closed eyes and lips with a soaked cotton pad. Your skin is prepared to receive the subsequent care.

Review: I’ve tried a few micellar waters but they would all leave my skin super irritated, including Nivea micellar water for normal skin. However, this one for sensitive skin works perfectly for me 🙂

Notes: Avoid contact with eyes.

Find it on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3aekZJk

Body

Relaxing Fragant Water // NUXE Body

Cost: 19,03€ (Dott website) // 28,50£ (Nuxe UK website)

Claims: Inspired by the light touch of a caress, this fragrant water wraps the skin in a sweet halo and ravishes the senses with its delicate scent featuring notes of coconut sorbet, white flowers and wild vanilla. It relaxes, refreshes and leaves skin feeling soft and silky.

How to use: Spray NUXE Body Relaxing Fragrant Water over your skin to cloak it in a sweet scented veil. 

Review: I love love love love this body fragrance!! Since my mom gave it to me I’ve been using it every single day. Smells amazing and feels super fresh.

Notes: 95 % natural origin ingredients

Find it on Nuxe: https://uk.nuxe.com/nuxe-body/nuxe-body-relaxing-fragrant-water-relaxes-and-refreshes-spray-100ml

Books

Fahrenheit 451 // Ray Bradbury

Goodreads Synopsis: Guy Montag is a fireman. In his world, where television rules and literature is on the brink of extinction, firemen start fires rather than put them out. His job is to destroy the most illegal of commodities, the printed book, along with the houses in which they are hidden.

My Thoughts: This book was so surprising. I was not expecting to love it as much as I did. Review soon! Stay connected <3

You may find this interesting: https://notsosecretme.com/june-reading-list-may-wrap-up/

Tea

Organic Herbal Tea – Cinnamon & Ginger // Rituals

Cost: 8,10€

Description: RITUALS Ayurveda Organic Herbal Cinnamon & Ginger Tea is a delicate and spicy organic chai tea with ginger and cinnamon. In addition, it also contains licorice root and cardamom, which, together with the other ingredients, provides a great heat and the possibility to sit down, take your legs up and sense how everyday stress and rush, just boast of you as soon as you have taken the first tear . A delicious decaffeinated herbal tea you can drink with pleasure at all times of the day.

My Thoughts: I’m a tea lover, so I’m always on the search for new and amazing teas. From all the teas that I’ve tried, I can say this one is my absolute favorite. All the ingredients match perfectly and the smell is amazing. If you love tea, I really recommend you trying this one 🙂

Television

Unsolved Mysteries

Synopsis: True cases of mysterious disappearances, shocking murders and paranormal encounters give life to the captivating return of this iconic documentary series.

My Thoughts: I’m seriously addicted to this series to the point of not being healthy anymore. It’s quite heartbreaking but also very interesting. I loved all episodes with no exception. They are well structured and it almost feels like we are watching a movie. But these are real cases, real people that are still waiting for answers. Couldn’t recommend it more <3

Music

Songs I’m currently obsessed with:

• Holiday // Little Mix
• Let’s Do It Again // J Boog
• Replay // J Boog
• Wasabi // Little Mix
• The Love Club // Lorde
• Young At Heart // Frank Sinatra

And…That’s It!

I hope you liked my July favorites. Did you know any of the products I talked about?

I’m also very curious about your monthly favorites 🙂 Which songs have you been listening lately?

Let me know in the comment section!

Stay safe,