This week I am posting a review of a biscuit brand called Biscuiteers. These aren't ordinary biscuits though, as they can be delivered to your door and come in a variety of styles, as I found out when I was gifted some by the brand for my birthday next week! They arrived at the perfect time as it is also my daughter's birthday this week so double the celebration.
Hi guys,
Last week I attended the Blogger Halloween party hosted by Kirsty (@kirstyleanne92) and Ashton (@ashtongibbs) . I really enjoy blogging events. Not just because you get to meet lots of fabulous brands but also because you get to meet lots of lovely bloggers! There are so many bloggers that I speak to on social media all the time, some daily! However we rarely get to meet because we are spread across the country or lives get in the way. So I knew when attending the event it was going to be a great one. What made it even more fantastic was everyone was in fancy dress!
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The event didn't disappoint. The first brand I talked to was The Perfume Studio. They are a company that specialise in bespoke fragrances and offer the chance for you to create your own at special scent events such as a hen party or pamper day. They allowed us to create our very own perfume on the day which was fantastic, although I came to realise that I created a men's fragrance! However the longer I wear it the more I'm starting to smell the feminine side to it. Let's call it unisex. I really enjoyed getting to learn about the different notes that create a perfume. After much consideration and, well, smelling, I decided to choose Woody, Amber, Gentle Floral and Transparent notes ... and my aptly named fragrance 'Ali & Her' was made.
I think this is such a great idea for a hen party and will definitely keep it in mind for any friends' future hen parties. The Perfume Studio also allows you to repurchase your fragrance at any time and offers personalisation on bottles (£9.95). What's even better is that they sell a 'design your own fragrance' gift box which includes all the fragrances you need to create your own perfume at home. The perfect gift for Christmas.
Another brand that attended the event was Dr Botanicals - a British vegan skincare company that produce luxurious skincare products. I was lucky to be gifted their Neroli body cream which I can't wait to try out! So watch this space for my review and discount code!
My favourite part of the event was actually getting to know other bloggers. We had loads of time to sit down and chat while taking part in little games that were situated around the venue. Here is a pic of myself and the lovely NishiV. How gorgeous does she look!?
Obviously I have to talk about the goody bags. As usual, Ashton and Kirsty spoilt us. Below are pictures of some of the things that interested me most, so watch out for some in depth reviews coming your way. I love the look of those Urban Beauty United Brushes!
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| @whitewashlabs, @swisseUK, @conscious_water |
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| @loveLOLAmakeup, @sowithattitude, @sebameduk |
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| @UBU_UK, @rosiskinfood, @jlrosieofficial |
How did you celebrate Halloween this year? Have you got any questions on any of the products? Which one are you looking forward to me reviewing most?
Amina xx
Hi everyone!
Hope you are all doing great. As you may have seen from my Twitter and Instagram (@Aminaali_mua) I have recently become a Coconut Queen. No, this doesn't involve me wearing a coconut crown (even though I wish it did), but what it does mean is that I am a brand ambassador for Coconut-Lane.com. So I thought I would take the opportunity to explain a little bit about the brand. I'm also going to share a sneak peak of an exclusive new product that only Coconut Queens have had the privilege of seeing and a 20% discount code to save you money when you decide to purchase... because you will be purchasing. Believe me it's too hard to resist!
Coconut Lane is all about accessories, from homeware to jewellery and everything in between. The products have a very chic yet playful vibe to them and I can imagine them being worn by the likes of the Jenners and Hadids. The best thing about them is that the prices are very affordable!
Something else that drew me towards Coconut Lane is the fact that it is a business that has been put together by two very savvy bloggers who promote femininity and all things Girl Boss *hair flick* (see their post on 8 ways to become a #GirlBoss) Who doesn't love a bit of female empowerment?! *Cue Destiny's Child Independent Woman*
I recently purchased a few items myself including their Dream Cali sunglasses (£21), Moon & Star earrings (£9), BFF bracelet set (£22) and Hologram phone case (£10) all of which have had a number of complimentary comments made about them. What I like about their products is that you can tell they have been carefully selected to fit in with the brand and because of this they are not products that you can just get on the high street. The products overall are of good quality, although I will warn those of you that have sensitive ears like me (seriously you only have to touch them for them to go red) that perhaps their earrings may not be for you, as not all of them are real gold/silver. However you have more than enough choice to spoil yourself with something else!
| Moon & Star Earrings |
| BFF Bracelet Set |
| Hologram Phone Case |
What is definitely on my wish list, but hasn't even been released for sale yet, is this gorgeous Macbook case! So keep you eyes peeled as I'm sure it will be selling out pretty quick!
Other products on my wishlist include:
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| Their Emoji sticker sheet (£2) |
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| Their 'Wing it' wall art (£6) |
I'm really pleased I discovered this site. Not only are their products fab for splurging on yourself, but if you struggle to shop for presents, there's lots of stuff on there that would make perfect gifts for family or BFFs. Also, as mentioned, I have a 20% discount code for all of you to save money on your purchases! Use code 'ALIANDHER20' - you can thank me later!
Have you ever purchased from Coconut-Lane.com before? What did you buy?
Amina xx
Hi everyone!
Recently I have been bombarded with mentions of subscription boxes in my twitter feed (@aminaali_mua) and there are so many I want to subscribe to. Unfortunately, if I did this I would be bankrupt! Luckily, I have had the opportunity to sample a few, so thought I would give you an insight into a few that really appealed to me.
Let's start with Pink Parcel. They are a monthly subscription box for that time of the month ladies, when mother nature pays us a visit. Yes, your period. The idea is you select brands you like, put in the dates of your monthly cycle and then Pink Parcel send you the box when you need it most! Pink Parcel has designed the box so you get a little bit of everything: tea, beauty products, tampons/pads and, most importantly, something sweet which we all know we need around this time! I was really pleased with the sample I got. It included four tampons, Maybelline nail polish, bellapierre cheek & lip stain, Clean & Clear spot treatment, Pink Parcel Brow Powder, some Fudge Kitchen fudge (which was delicious by the way) and a sample of pure natural creme by Jason. Overall I think this subscription box is a nice idea and it really will cheer you up when you need it most. For £10.50 it's not bad at all!
| Maybelline Colour Show Leather effect nail polish in 'Mudslide tote'. |
Next up we have a Little bit Lavish. This is a brand new subscription box which I am so excited about. It hasn't even launched yet! It's designed for us to discover new brands and indulge in a little bit of 'me time'. I love the concept and with a range of 5-8 high-quality products for £20 a month it provides real value for money, even if you think £20 a month is little out of your budget. In my sample box I received a hand crafted bath bomb by Miss Patisserie, a solid perfume pot by GLOW for a cause (a skincare company who give 5% back to good causes), Naked lip balm by Skin & Tonic London and a Satin Leg gloss by Evolve beauty (which I used on my arms too). I love the fact that the products are organic and most were made in the UK. I adore this box, from the simple packaging to the quality of the products provided inside. I would genuinely be pleased to receive a box like this every month.
| 'Satin Leg Gloss' by Evolve Beauty. |
The final box I am going to review is a little bit different but I thought I would mix it up. It's Earlybird, a healthy snack subscription box which is tailored to suit your taste (£4.95 per box). This box is perfect for those of us who like to snack throughout the day. The great thing about it is you can pick boxes to suit your taste and it's all healthy for you! I was dubious about some of the offerings but after trying them them I definitely give them a thumbs up. Even my daughters tried some of the (Nuts about Ella box (blanched hazelnuts, mulberries and milk chocolate buttons) and the Mangoco box (pumpkin seeds, cashews and dried mango) and loved them. In my box I was also given the Pineapple Chia pud, Taste of the sun pack and Mojitea Mockingbird tea bag. I have been taking these to work as snacks this week and it makes a nice alternative to crisps and chocolate! Another great thing is most, if not all, of their products are suitable for vegans and vegetarians!
Overall, if I had to choose one box I think I would go for Little bit Lavish! It was the box I was most excited by and one where I would use all the products and enjoy doing so. I hope you like the reviews. Comment below, which box would you choose?
Amina xx
•all boxes were provided as PR samples
Hi Guys,
On Sunday I attended the Blogger Tiki Party hosted by the lovely Kirsty of KirstyLeanne.com and all I can say is that it was amazing! I have been to a few blogger events before but I really enjoyed this one! The event was Tiki theme if you haven't already guessed and was hosted at a tiki themed bar in Birmingham, my home town. I thought I would give you an insight into what it's like to attend an event and when to look out for the next one if you're a blogger!
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There were a few brands attending the event in person and I was first drawn to Love Aroma. They are a home fragrance shop in Grand Central and sell the likes of Yankee candles as well as other bits and bobs like candle holders. I am obsessed with scented candles and can have five burning through the house at any given time so can't wait to give these a go!
Also attending the event was a company called Lipivir. This product is specifically for those people who suffer from coldsores. Lipvir have come up with a colourless lip gel that can be applied to your lips everyday and actually prevents coldsores. As a coldsore sufferer this is such an amazing product. If you don't want to wear it everyday it can be applied once that initial tingling sensation is felt. I was also informed that this can be used anywhere on the face and body to treat and prevent other types of coldsores. Bonus!
I then popped over to the Neal's Yard stand where I tested some lovely samples and was given a mini tub and encouraged to come into store to test any product I like, which I definitely will be doing! next to Neal's Yard was Heaven by Deborah Mitchell. As soon as I saw the packaging I was in love but when I actually spoke to the lovely girls (who knew their stuff by the way) I was even more impressed and intrigued as some of their anti ageing products contain bee venom! I was lucky enough to be gifted one of their cleansers, their emergency SOS skincare kit and 'bee bee' cream which I will be doing a full review of, so look out.
There were also a few subscription boxes at the event. Pink Parcel, Little Bit Lavish, and Earlybird. Again, too much to go into here, so I will be doing a separate post on these in the future.
After I had visited the brands I had time to meet with fellow bloggers, network and enjoy like-minded company. It was so great to actually put faces to names and blogs. I grabbed my Pina Colada mocktail and got chatting. There was a lovely raffle with the proceeds going to MIND. I didn't win anything but was had fun having a nose at what others won!
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| Pina Colada Mocktail |
| From left to right (Twitter handles): @sarieah, @kirstyleannee92, @klearlykirsty, @samadventures1, @jinks_karen, ME! @aminaali_mua, & @tanbeautyaddict. |
Finally after taking a few selfies, goodie bags were given out which were full to the brim of brand samples. Here are some pictures of what I got. It has definitely left me with a lot of content for my blog in the coming weeks so I will keep you posted!
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| Some food products from the goodie bag: Super Treats organic chocolate alternative, Yushoi snap rice sticks, Pre Tea Slim tea detox, Wooden spoon by Kurly Sues Kitchen. |
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| Other products in the goodie bag including: Dinki Belle nail wraps, Paul Mitchell hair products, Invoke false eyelashes, brush works complexion sponge & eyelash curlers. |
Finally I just wanted to say thanks to everyone for making the event so enjoyable but in particular to Kirsty and Ashton for putting together such a fab event. If you are a blogger and looking to attend an event, they have just announced the #bloggerhalloweenparty which can be signed up to in August! I only hope I am lucky enough to be selected!
Amina xx


































