Grabble Phone App - Fashion Finds at your Fingertips

Fashion right at your fingertips with the Grabble app. Um, I need those pom pom shoes!

I dread to think how much time I've idled away shopping and surfing the shops online during my lunch breaks at work or whilst beavering away on my laptop at home, when I really should be editing photos! Everyone loves the convenience and ease of scrolling through the Topshop website from the comfort of their own home, seamlessly adding their favourite items to the shopping cart and with but a few clicks securing that outfit for dinner with the girls on Saturday night. Now the brands are making it scarily easy (for our bank balances!) to surf, shop and purchase on the go with phone-friendly website and apps being released from the big brands every single week. Waiting for the bus or enduring that daily commute are made that little bit more bearable with these fun and highly addictive apps and the latest icon I've added to my iPhone is Grabble - a free online fashion finder that brings you an endless feed of high-end fashion items with a swipe of your fingertips.

Grabble is pretty cool and has had me hooked ever since I downloaded it last week. The interface and layout is uber-easy to navigate and it works on a simple premise of feeding you new items from numerous high street to high-end retailers, giving you the option to "grab" what takes you fancy or scrolling past those that don't. What I love about this app in particular is that it features so many of my favourite brands so saves me the time trawling through their individual websites by bringing me all their must-haves in one place. You can expect to find Zara, Reiss, Selfridges, Anthropologie, ASOS, Topshop, Urban Outfitters and Net-a-Porter to name but a few on Grabble and my grabbed list is already brimming with Summer wardrobe essentials. The app also includes daily trend edits, so you can shop the 70s vibe or denim minis easily, and the more you swipe the more personalised your feed becomes which I think is great...yet dangerous for my credit card! At the moment Grabble can take you through to the brand's website to purchase your grabbed items but in a few weeks it is launching its very own Grabble checkout so you can buy your whole saved collection in one simple click. This is brilliant when you are short of time and want to add lots of new items to your wardrobe, fuss-free with a swipe on your iPhone.

Grabble are also on Twitter and Instagram just in case you needed any more coaxing to get swiping and you can join the Grabble community and share your favourite grabbed fashion finds using the hashtag #GrabHappy. Right, I am off to grab those pom pom shoes from Anthropologie - happy grabbing girls!

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Philosophy Renewed Hope in a Jar

Renewed hope in a jar moisturiser (£35.50) + renewed hope in a jar eye cream (£29.50) | available from Boots

The Philosophy philosophy: when you renew with hope, wishes come true. 

When you think of the Philosophy brand you undoubtedly picture bubblegum-coloured bubble baths with cute names and sugary-sweet fragrances. However if you delve a little deeper into their range next time you are perusing the beauty aisles you will see that they also take their skincare very seriously. Back in 1996, Philosophy launched the hope in a jar moisturiser which swiftly became the fans favourite and has maintained a loyal following ever since. Its ground-breaking formula and inspiring words were a game-changer back in the day and the inaugural product from the hope in a jar range revolutionised the moisturiser market with its skin-loving, whipped consistency. Philosophy have now taken this skincare icon and given it a face lift. They have reimagined and refreshed this range and have introduced the renewed hope in a jar moisturiser and eye cream using the latest scientific advances to give the fans a new sensorial formula to get excited about! The philosophy ethos behind this new launch is simple: your spirit was created to thrive when given its own time of rest and renewal, so that clarity and calm can settle into their rightful spaces for the day. So too, for the skin. This range promises to keep skin in a constant state of renewal featuring proven non-stop skin renewal technology to give skin an all-day glow. In a nutshell philosophy have focussed on those key, three skincare wishes that most women want granting: One, refined texture with visibly smaller pores and fine lines lifted away. Two, soft, dewy smoothness and hydrated skin and three, re-energised healthy colour and glow.

With a wave of Philosophy’s magic wand and some added AHAs, Hyaluronic Acid and fruit and flower extracts, renewed hope in a jar could help makes those wishes come true. The alpha-hydroxy acids gently exfoliate the skin’s surface to improve fine lines and pore visibility whilst the hyaluronic acid locks in water for immediate hydration. The Asian fruit and prickly pear flower extract increases micro-circulation and brings a healthy colour and luminosity to the skin topped off with the micro-optics that help diffuse light providing a soft-focus effect. It might all sound too good to be true but with claims that 91% of women fell in love with the feel of their skin and 81% saw glowing skin immediately, it definitely had me intrigued!

The renewed hope in a jar eye cream is a whipped illuminating formula with the same skin renewal technology to help keep skin under the eye hydrated and healthy-looking. This cream is packed full of Asian fruit extract which energises tired eyes, algae extracts that brightens and reduces puffiness and yeast complex that smoothes the look of fine lines. I've really enjoyed using both these products over the last three or four weeks and think they would suit most skin types. They are slightly fragranced, nothing that offended me, but some might not like the subtle flowery scent. I particularly love the whipped light consistency that really sinks into your skin in a flash without any greasy residue or feeling overloaded. Used together they have definitely help keep my skin looking healthy and the under eye cream in particular feels like it has 'lifted' and smoothed the skin slightly making me look a lot more awake as I stumble into the bathroom in the mornings! All in all, a really nice duo of skincare products and definitely something worth checking out if you are in the market for a new moisturiser. Have you tried anything from the Philosophy skincare range?

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Origins Mini Facial Brush & Rejuvenating Cleansing Milk

Origins Mini Facial Brush* (£5) | available from Debenhams and Feel Unique

Electronic facial cleansing brushes are everywhere at the moment. First came the Clarisonic, then came the cheaper alternatives and then several other duplicates filtered onto the market after that. But these high-tech whirling devices are not for everyone and sometimes it is quite nice to go back to basics and this is why Origins have released their new manual, soft-bristled Facial Cleansing Brush for a mere five pounds. In conjunction with their mini facial program that they are offering in stores; a complimentary 20 minute service that includes a 1-to-1 consultation, gentle dermabrasion and skincare advice, this colourful tool helps you achieve all the benefits of that mini facial at home, in your own time.

This new cleansing brush has the softest of bristles and helps maximise your cleanser's benefits by sloughing away dull cells to reveal cleaner, healthier and brighter looking skin. I love to use it once a week with my Origins Make a Difference Rejuvenating Cleansing Milk - a match made in skincare heaven! This cleansing milk literally melts away the most stubborn of makeup along with all the other debris and dirt from the day leaving your skin feeling radiant and replenished. Once I have applied the cleanser all over my face I slightly dampen the mini facial brush and gently swirl it over my skin in small circular motions, avoiding the delicate eye area. I find it really helps cleanse the skin thoroughly and helps combat any dry patches that I sometimes suffer from down my nose and along my jawline. It is a great little addition to have tucked away in your skincare cupboard for when your skin needs an extra brightening boost and for £5, it is certainly a cheaper alternative to those fancy oscillating devices!

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New Cheek Pops from Clinique

NEW Clinique Cheek Pop shades out for Spring (£16.50) - available from 26th June 2015 from Boots

With Summer literally just around the corner, Clinique are taking the opportunity to add to their Summer makeup essentials to ensure skin is kept pretty, easy and fun. Along with some new skin saviours to get you holiday-ready such as Take the Day Off Oil (very exciting!) and a Moisture Surge Face Spray, Clinique have created three new Cheek Pop blush shades which I am really really happy about!

The Cheek Pops from Clinique are some of my favourite blushers and you can read all about my love for these blossoming blushers right here from when the original range was launched last March. I find myself reaching for these pretty powders time and time again and I think it is down to the natural flush they provide without any trace of powder or build up on your cheeks. The formula is lavishly silky and blends beautifully onto the apple of your cheeks for a subtle blush or a more vibrant finish, depending on how you are feeling. There is not a hint of glitter or sparkle in these blushers yet they have a wonderful ability to kiss your cheeks with a gorgeous sheen that stops the powder being flat or dull on your complexion.

So it was very exciting when I heard that three new Clinique blusher shades will be joining this cheeky collection - Melon Pop and Pink Pop (pictured left to right) and finally Rosy Pop. Melon Pop is by far my favourite Pop of colour from these new additions - it is a beautiful blend of pink, peach and coral tones and is going to be top of my blusher picks this Summer!

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Vichy Pureté Thermale Cleansing Range

New in! Vichy's Purete Thermale Skincare Range* | available from Boots

Cleansing has become quite the 'it' word in the world of beauty over the last few years and skincare fanatics are all too aware that a thorough cleanse-tone-moisturise system is a surefire step towards healthy, happy, glowing skin.

Vichy is one of those brands that I trust when it comes to skincare and rightly so considering they boast over 80 years experience and expertise in caring for women's skin. With so many skincare brands and bold claims on the market at one time it can be a bit overwhelming to choose the right products that will benefit your skin and fit in with your lifestyle which is why Vichy has released some new additions and some re-branded favourites from their popular Purete Thermale range. This collection of cleansers, toners, scrubs and micellar water prove to be quick yet effective for us busy women who are after a fast fix in the morning yet maybe a more leisurely cleansing ritual in the evening.

The three products I have recently added to my skincare routine are the Cleansing Micellar Solution (£12), the 3 in 1 Cleanser (12) and finally a new Cleansing Gel (£12). All are suitable for all skin types, but specifically gentle on sensitive skin, and help to protect your complexion from hard water that can deposit limescale on to the skin - causing drying and irritation.

The Cleansing Micellar Solution is a great non-aggressive step to effectively remove all stubborn makeup and impurities without irritating the skin. Simply douse the light liquid onto a cotton wool pad and sweep over your skin to leave it feeling supple and smooth. I do like to always have a micellar water on the go and I particularly like this one as it leaves you skin feeling refreshed without any greasy residue. The New Cleansing Gel is an innovative anti-pollution expert cleanser which frees the skin of impurities and pollutants. It is enriched with Glycerin and Mooring to deeply cleanse and protects cells from pollution nasties and the gel formula gently foams up when rinsed with water leaving the skin fresh, clear and soft. I have never been much a fan of gel-based cleansers but this one has won me over - it is quick and efficient and perfect for a morning cleanse to awaken the skin. Finally we have the 3 in 1 Cleanser which is the ultimate quick yet effective step in a busy women's regime. This creamy solution is a multi-purpose cream and contains everything you need to cleanse, tone and remove a full face of makeup. The fresh, no-rinse texture (just massage on and wipe off with cotton pad/cloth) doesn't leave the skin feeling oily or sticky in any way and does get rid of pretty much every scrap of makeup without drying my skin out. With one sold every 20 seconds across the world I can definitely see why this is a firm favourite for many!

Do you like the sound of this new range from Vichy?

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Marc Jacobs Daisy Sorbet Eau de Toilette

 Marc Jacobs Daisy Sorbet Edition Fragrance* | available from Boots 

Ever since the original Marc Jacobs perfume was released all those years ago, this New York-born fashion designer has really made his mark on the fragrance world and his perfume collection boasts a few of my firm favourites such as Daisy, Lola, Dot and Marc Jacobs Honey. With their feminine bottles, memorable designs and sweet-sounding names they are undoubtedly a favourite amongst many of you and the latest launch to hit the perfume aisle is just as lovely as all the rest.

Marc Jacobs sees the release of two new Sorbet Edition Eau de Toilettes - the Daisy Sorbet and the Daisy Eau So Fresh Sorbet, both beautifully sheer, sparkling and luminous with every spritz. The Daisy Sorbet Edition is a fresh blend of florals with a touch of fruit - my favourite combination! It is described as dewy, fresh and fun and evokes a sense of happiness with its sweet blend of notes. The effervescent scents of juicy mandarin and apple blossom mingle with fresh magnolia and creamy woods which give the scent a slightly musky finishing aroma as it dries down on the skin. I love the mix of fruits and florals which ensures this eau de toilette is sweet, light, zesty and perfect for the summer - much like a icy cool sorbet itself on a warm day.

Are you a fan of the Marc Jacobs fragrance line? Will you be scooping this new sorbet edition up?

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Sweet-Smelling Hair thanks to Fudge Urban

The fun Fudge Urban Hair Range available from Superdrug and Boots

When it comes to beauty products, first and foremost we want them to perform. We want great colour payoff, a flawless base, lashes that tickle our eyebrows and hair products that really do give us that just-walked-out-the-salon finish. But let's face it, a spot of pretty packaging and some seriously irresistible scents does help sway the old decision-making process whilst cruising the aisles of Boots. "To buy or not to buy...?"

Fudge Urban hair range has always been that fun, affordable brand you instantly spot in your local Superdrug with the colourful packaging that begs to be picked up and investigated more. Hair spray and dry shampoo are probably too products that everyone has in their haircare stash at home  - a must-have to keep locks in place or when they are in need of a quick refresh between washes. Maybe once regarded as quite a rudimentary product, hair spray and dry shampoo doesn't usually get me very excited but Fudge Urban have spiced things up and given these staples a sweet-smelling makeover. Their Iced Coconut Cocktail hair spray is like a tropical dream whereas the Crisp Pear & Vanilla dry shampoo is fruity and smooth and really freshens up those limp locks. The fragrance is quite strong and could be a little overwhelming if used to excess in a confined space but a little spritz here and there is a simple way to get some sweet-smelling hair in an instant.

Are you a fan of the fun Fudge Urban hair range?

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