Review: Liquid Ice Nic+

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It’s been a while since I posted any vape related content, not because I’ve lapsed (although I do confess to a couple of cigarettes when I’ve had a drink in my hand) but because I haven’t tried anything that new, or that noteworthy. I’ve become quite settled in my routine, but as part of the vaping experience is the wide range of flavours and liquids available I will never turn down the chance to try something new.

I was recently re-contacted by Liquid Ice who I teamed up with a few months back.

They very kindly sent me a range of flavours from their collection of Nicotine+, their evolution of nicotine products. I was incredibly intrigued as to how this could be different and whether it would impress.

Nicotine + is the evolution of nicotine and features some of the vape world’s most famous flavours, the full line-up includes Red Astaire, Black n Blue, Green Kelly, Lizzy rascal and Gin’s Addiction and is available in 10 and 20 mg.

Nicotine + enhances flavour of e-liquids as it has a lower PH compared to normal nicotine which means you will get a smoother throat hit. It also provides faster absorption of nicotine into the body you will feel instant satisfaction.

I was sent the above three flavours, all of which I reviewed and rated highly in my previous post with Liquid Ice….so was Nic+ any different? And if so, was it different in a good way?

I would say yes, yes it is. The flavour of the juices was very much the same- all three of these juices pack a big punch and are firm favourites.
In terms of smoothness there is a marked difference- I often find the higher nicotine juices a bit too harsh but these definitely weren’t, and I definitely noticed that I was satisfied, perhaps even satiated with a much lesser amount meaning I’ve been vaping less making them slightly more economical too.

For anyone big in to their vaping I’d recommend giving Nicotine+ a go, it’s a really interesting concept and I’d like to see a bigger range of flavours available in the future.

The 10 Minute Miracle from Dr Botanicals

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Hot on the heels of the amazing lemon super-food butter from Dr Botanicals came another delivery; and based on the success of my first experience with the brand my hopes were high!

Cocoa & Coconut Superfood Reviving Hydrating Mask*

The Cocoa & Coconut Superfood Reviving Hydrating Mask promises to be a 10 minute miracle for your skin. Made with 100% natural ingredients including cocoa butter and coconut oil, this hydrates and revives dry and tired skin (that’d be mine!) without being heavy or sticky as some masks tend to be.

I’m not a massive fan of masks, I find them a bit claustrophobic due to the often heavy texture and I’ve never found the results worth the anxiety they provoke. Buoyed on by the success of the delicious lemon cream I bravely put a light layer of this on and waited.

10 minutes passed without palpitations; this is light enough that it didn’t feel uncomfortable and it sits gently on the skin. It was also easy to remove (another bug-bear of mine) and afterwards my skin was more hydrated than I remember it being and I felt much fresher, and dare I say slightly younger looking.

I’ve now got this stashed in my fridge, as per recommendations ready for the next application…yep, my usual use it once and forget it attitude has been banished for this product, I have every intention of finishing the tube and then purchasing a new one!

You can get this product from the Dr Botanicals website for £5.94 at the moment – usual price £9.90 as well as from all of the well known online beauty retailers.

Do you have any other mask recommendations for me? Or more Dr Botanicals recommendations…I’m so loving this brand right now, I want to try it all!

The June 2019 Degustabox

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Somewhere between the haze of getting home from our holiday and going back to work, the June 2019 Degustabox* arrived.
This box genuinely excited me; there were products in there I’d heard of and wanted to try, as well as some new but interesting looking ones and I wasted no time in getting stuck in.

The brightly packaged “Mavericks” snacks are marketed as healthier snack for kids. There are no kids in this house, but I’m always on the lookout for healthy snack options and these fitted the bill nicely. The little strawberry cookies were especially good- fruity little biscuits that reminded me of shortbread. Yum! You’ll find these sold at Sainsburys.
Bob has slightly more mature tastebuds than I do and he enjoyed the SavourSmiths Rosemary and Truffle crisps- a very luxurious snacking experience.
There was also a mystery product in the box “lentil, corn, pea and black bean tortillas”. I have no idea who makes these but they need to become mainstream. These are right up my street and totally addictive.

Whilst I don’t have any dietary restrictions myself, it’s nice to see the free-from market expand as much as it had. The Free From Kitchen Co chocolate bars are perfect for all sorts of allergies and intolerances, the salted caramel one is excellent- and I’m not usually a fan of that flavour.

I’m a long time fan of Trek products so I’m always delighted to see something new from them. The dark chocolate and sea salt protein nut bars are a wholesome and substantial snack boasting 10g of plant-based protein, less than 5g of sugar and a hefty whack of fibre. I highly recommend these if you are looking for a filling but nutritious snack on the go.

Sweets! Randoms are a long time favourite in this house (although I haven’t forgiven the brand for discontinuing tooty frooties!) There’s not much I can say about these that hasn’t been said before- delicious! There were also a couple of gummies from Smith & Sinclair- gin & tonic and mandarin fizz. These are a massive luxury at £15.00 for 8 but contain 8% alcohol and are really rather yummy (but eat five and you’re no longer legal to drive).
Another brand I am a big fan of is Garbanzo. I’ve been munching their flavoured roasted chickpeas for years so was beyond excited to see some new, luxury flavours in their range. These sharing bags are perfect for social gatherings as an alternative to nuts, and each flavour is equally delicious as well as incredibly healthy.
The June box had a BBQ theme and these products were the perfect match. We actually took them to a BBQ the weekend after the box arrived and both the salad dressing from Newman’s Own and the Chilli Mayonnaise (flavoured with Tabasco) went down a storm.

I was only brave enough to try one of the three drinks in this month’s box and that was the Watermelon and Strawberry Cooler from Lucozade. This is a fresh summery twist from a classic brand, and whilst I’m not a fan of sugary drinks as a rule, this was nice.
The other drinks included were DRGN Tumeric Superdrink inspired by the Far East, and Kolibri Botanical Drink which has a curious two part design. Both of these were far too sophisticated for my tastes- if anyone has tried them I’d love to hear your thoughts.

Let me know if you’ve tried any of these products and what you thought in the comments.


If you’re new to Degustabox, it’s a monthly food subscription box that gives you the chance to try new and exciting products on the market whilst providing amazing value for money.
On a month by month basis the box costs £12.99 (with a discount for longer subscriptions) but the contents are generally worth far more than this as you can see if you do the maths.


If you’re persuaded to give Degustabox a go (and really, you should) you can claim a brilliant £5.00 off of your first box (making it just £7.99!) by entering the code 6HZJ8 at the checkout. It’s been a pleasure to work with the brand regularly over the last couple of years and it’s without a doubt something that I will continue to purchase long after our partnership ends. I love the monthly surprise and excitement as well as the chance to discover products I’d otherwise pass up on the supermarket shelves.

Raising My Sparkle Game with Abelini

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You all know how much I love my jewellery so when a company called Abelini got in touch asking if I wanted to review a piece from their huge collection, I was of course interested.
Actually this is my second time working with the brand recently, the first being over on my instagram

Heart Shaped Halo Diamond Pendant*

Abelini is a British brand with a heart. They only use ethically sourced diamonds to create beautiful pieces that are delivered to your door; or you can visit them in their showroom in Hatton Garden, London.

I picked out this beautiful pendant from their huge selection of necklaces. It’s such a pretty, and sophisticated piece and perfect for the number of special occasions I’ve got this summer; weddings, engagement celebrations etc.

It’s also just about subtle enough to add sparkle to an every day outfit, and I’ve found myself wearing it an awful lot already.

As I mentioned at the start of this post, this has been my second experience working with the brand and I have been nothing but impressed. Both items I’ve received have been securely packed in a sleek black box, and immaculately presented. It’s obvious to me when a brand cares about what they do, and clearly Abelini do.

They sell everything from engagement rings to diamond studs, all in a variety of metals and finishes. If you’re in the market for some sparkle I recommend checking them out.

Even the notoriously diva like Mae approves! And no, I haven’t moved back to Mum and Dad’s, Bob and I are happily residing together and getting excited by wedding planning. I was however cat sitting and made full use of the plentiful props and excellent lighting that their house provides.

The Dr Botanicals Skin-care Miracle

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We arrived home from America to find a cold, damp and dismal landscape awaiting us. I instantly missed the brightness and warmth of the Californian Sunshine and craved anything that could bring that back.

Happily for me there was just the thing sitting in my post pile- I’d been sent a brand new product from Dr Botanicals, their Lemon Superfood all-in-one Rescue Butter* (quite a mouthful) to try out.

My first impression was that this look like sunshine in a tube. I love the bold, bright packaging!

This is a multi-use product that promises to moisturise and treat skin problems and can be used literally anywhere on your body. It’s made from 96% natural ingredients, including lemongrass oil, coconut oil, almond oil, grapeseed oil and sea buckthorn fruit oil.

As you would expect, this has the most incredible lemony-fresh scent, I couldn’t help but smile as soon as I squeezed some out.

It’s a nice and thick consistency and rubs in well. I’ve mostly been using it as a hand treatment (as my left hand is subject of a lot of attention right now) and as a general all over soother when hay-fever itches get too much.

It’s the perfect size for keeping in my handbag, and despite my concerns that something so scented may actually irritate my skin ,I’m delighted to say it doesn’t.

All in all this is a fantastic all rounder product that costs a reasonable £14.90 (currently £9.90 on the Dr Botanicals website). You will also find it on many of the well known online beauty retailers.