National Trust Garden Hand & Body Lotion

National Trust Garden Wild Rose and Camomile Hand & Body Lotion £9.50*

I have had this for a little while, but you know when you get all caught up in a multitude of products to blog about some bits get lost. However, this product didn't deserve it!

It's such a simple, effective product that it does deserve a bit of raving. It smells exactly like you'd expect, of a usual rose scented product, it's very subtle and relaxing. I tend to use this more on my hands then anything else and it's a good moisturising product. It absorbs easily and quickly into the skin and leaves it feeling smooth and subtly fragranced.

Also, I love the packaging. It's so natural and pretty. Really girly pretty and so easy to use. I would definitely continue using this.

Have you tried Natural Trust Garden products before? Which do you recommend?

Pandora Picks

If you are an avid reader of Topaz & May, then you know I am very loyal to my Links bracelet. However, since heading back into retail I have found my Pandora brown leather bracelet a tad more practical. And as such, I have been coveting a multitude of charms for their bracelet.
So, all in the name of blogging (obviously) I have collated my favourite charms for you all to see - have fun browsing, and remember - it's my birthday next week, just hinting!! ;)

As you can see, there is a bit of a blue theme... hmm, opps. Who knew! But anyway, enjoy them! You can't order Pandora directly from their website, but they have a few online stock lists that are great.

What's your favourite charm?

Effaclar Duo

La Roche-Posay Effaclar Duo £13

This is quite possibly my most favourite new discovery. My skin has been a bit ridiculous of late and I needed something that was gonna stop any more break outs. I had read about this product on Kat's blog a few months ago and I wanted to try it then, but I thought I should do my research first.

After finally caving and using this, I'm very impressed. I used it every morning before I put my make up on, and every evening after I remove my make up. I had been warned that it was quite a harsh product, but I haven't found it so. I do need to moisturise after use, but otherwise I love it.

Since I've been using it, I've had no more major breakouts, apart from hormonal buggers. Not only is it amazing at clearing up my skin and controlling my oil, but its fab at being a make up base. Nothing has ever held my foundation on longer and kept the oil at bay.

As you can tell, I'm a bit in awe of this product. I will definitely be repurchasing, it is a definitely can't live without item. I will say, as I always do with skin care, all skin care products are subjective. What may work for me, may not work for you. So do your research first!

Have you tried La Roche-Posay products before? Which would you recommend?

Ask Her Friends

 I was very proud of myself this weekend. I actually went CHRISTMAS SHOPPING... in OCTOBER! Eek. How very un-me! My new theory is, if I get it all done now - more money to spend on me in New York. It's all purely selfish. Anywho, I love Christmas shopping, but it can be an absolute nightmare for others... So if you are having issues I really do suggest you visit this fab new site I have discovered... askherfriends.com

The idea behind the site is for boyfriends to be able to find their lovely girlfriends an equally lovely present through the help of their friends and family, via social media. Sounds complicated? It's really not. As soon as you get on the home page you're hit with "let's get going.." so you go through a little quiz about the girl and they come up with suggestions.
I have to say, I did this based on myself and it was very close. It even suggested getting me the entire Friends boxset - if I didn't already have it I would have bought it for myself! Then, you have the option to ask her friends and family for advice on any items, all via the click of a button. It's that simple.

Askherfriends.com has such a huge range of products from different brands and boutiques such as Pretty Dandy, Two Red Trees and Ginger Pickle. I had a traul around and I fell in love with some much. It's a huge range of products to choose from, you can hardly go wrong!

I would definitely recommend giving this site a go if you're struggling. I'm quite lucky with Adam as he usually hits the nail on the head (last year I got a blue Radley bag... heaven! until someone got biro on it, BOO!), but I know others who are always left a little disappointed by their boy's choice - don't let this happen men!

This site isn't just for men though - it's for anyone looking to purchase something for women, be it your mum, sister, friend etc. It's the perfect and easy way to find the best present for them!

Have you tried askherfriends.com ? What do you think of this idea?
Disclaimer: This is a sponsored post*

I'm an "L"

 "L" Necklace from Topshop £5

It's been a long while since I did a post specifically about my jewellery. Now that I'm working in retail full time and have to wear a uniform (yawn) it's hard to summon the energy to make a huge effort in the evenings when it comes to what to wear. So a simple, statement necklace is perfect right now.

And this just sums me up. I am an "L" and I know this makes no sense and you're probably looking at me (my blog) like I'm a loony, but for me I am an "L", and "L" is me. Probably cause Lisa starts with an L, but still! I just love the simplicity of this necklace and the personal touch it gives. I'm not usually a gold girl so this is different for me, and a total bargain!

I got this just over a month ago in store for a cheeky £5 and I've not seen anymore since, so I don't know if you can get them anymore. But I love mine, and it takes turns with my Tiffany butterfly to sit proudly around my neck.

What necklace sums you up at the moment?