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My eco journey & how going eco has saved me money

Did you know an eco-friendly lifestyle could save you a lot of money in the long run? Find out how and why I've decided to live a little greener through my blog post & interview as a guest speaker on Eco Living Ideas, Eco Chat with Jen.

Making some small eco friendly changes to my lifestyle has been a very rewarding journey with every step! Though I’ve heard of the effects of global warming, endangered wildlife, people speaking about eco lifestyles and products, I’ve never really been very interested in living a more environmentally mindful lifestyle until summer 2020. What & how my eco journey has started Yasmin found a…

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Live sustainably & save money with Aurora Cosmetics

Do you love to indulge yourself in beautiful smells from scented candles & skincare, but want to save money and our planet at the same time? At first I thought I couldn't have it all ,but with Aurora Cosmetics we now can! Find out now!

First of all, I’d like to say a huge thank you to the owners of Aurora Cosmetics Jack Cavanagh & Adam Baker for letting me try and review their handmade Wild Berry soap, Patchouli & English Rose soy candle and Coconut & Lime shampoo bar! If you’ve read “From bottle to bar: Save money & the planet with a shampoo bar!“, you know that I’ve made the swap from traditional bottled shampoo to shampoo…

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Would you ditch your car for £3000 travel credit?

Would you be willing to ditch your car for up to £3000 travel credit funded by the government through its "Future Transport" initiative? #savemoney #leihang #thethriftyislandgirl #ecofriendly #sustainable #budget #freebie #frugal #eco #globalwarming

Me in the Audi Q7 Motorists could claim up to £3000 per year of greener travel credit for ditching their old petrol or diesel car for greener travel options, The Times has reported. The pilot programme will be run by Transport for West Midlands (TfWM) and funded by the government through the £22 million “future transport” initiative. This comes after our Prime Minister Boris Johnson has planned…

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FM Perfume Review: Is it good & can I save money?

Do you love perfume, but want to save money at the same time? Are FM perfumes really good dupes to the luxury branded fragrances? I've put 2 FM scents to the test & reviled my thoughts and findings in my honest review. #fmperfume #thrifty #leihang

First of all I’d like to thank Jordan Ayton, owner of Scents and Beauty by Jordan who was very kind to gift me a full sized bottle of Frederico Mahora (FM) Pure Royal 366 Perfum and a sample vial of the FM 20 Pure Perfume to try and review. I’ve seen & hear about FM perfume a few times before, but have never tried them before. Some people have told me that FM has a large collection of dupe…

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My review of the Bausch+Lomb Artelac Every Day eye drops

As a contact lens wearer, staring at a computer screen for hours, I suffer from dry eyes. However I was lucky to be gifted 2 full sized bottles of Artelac Every Day Hydrating Eye Drops to try and review from Bausch + Lomb.

Being a regular contact lens wearer and a blogger with heavy use of computer screens, I suffer from dry eyes daily. I’m very lucky to be sent 2 full sized samples of the Artelac Every Day Hydrating Eye Drops by Bausch+Lomb for free. I’ve been using their product for 2 weeks. I’m now able to write an honest review of these hydrating eye drops for dry eye suffers, to share my experience with…

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My favourite & best cleaning products!

Spring cleaning season is approaching & nobody wants to spend their day off cleaning. So I thought it would be the perfect time to share my favourite cleaning products, for getting these tasks done with ease and efficiency! #cleaning #home #clean

It’s spring-cleaning season and we all know nobody likes to spend their days off cleaning their home. So I thought it would be the perfect time to share my favourite cleaning products, for getting these tasks done with ease and efficiency! I used to hate cleaning, until I came across some of Mrs Hinch’s favourite cleaning products, that made cleaning my house easy and quick. Since ever I’ve been…

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Chinese New Year 2021-Year of the Ox

Chinese New Year 2021 aka the year of the Ox is around the corner! Find out when it is, what the traditions are, how to celebrate without having to splash the cash on CNY decorations every year.

Chinese New Year the year of the OX Chinese New Year will fall on Friday, 12th February this year. The date of CNY changes every year, as it follows the lunar calendar instead of the Georgian calendar that we are all used to. As you’ve probably guessed, this year is the year of the ox. If you too celebrate Chinese New Year, there is still plenty of time to get yourself ready for the lunar New…

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Lei on Channel 5: Bargain Brits on Benefits!

My experience of filming for Channel 5 TV show, Bargain Brits on Benefits to share my thrifty money saving tips and tricks with you! Find out more how & why I do the things I do. #savemoney #frugal #budget #personalfinance #tvshow #channel5 # leihang

Me the “Price Cut Princess” Lei Bargain Brits on Benefits is a new TV documentary on Channel 5. It shows how individuals across the nation save a lot of money by making small changes. By sharing their thrifty ways, you can too save a fortune! Some of you may have already seen me on the money-saving show in Season 1 Episode 3. If not, you can still watch me here on Channel 5. You may have read…

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FREE kids book explaining Coronavirus illustrated by Axel Scheffler

This is a lovely, FREE book for any kids who may be feeling a little anxious about Coronavirus or have questions about Covid-19. Illustrated by the famous The Gruffalo illustrator Axel Scheffler!

Coronavirus A book for children about Covid-19 (pic: Nosy Crow) It’s been nearly a whole year, since we all have been made aware of and lived with the coronavirus pandemic. I know it has been very hard for all of us, but many children are finding it a lot more difficult to cope and understand the Covid-19 virus. With many children asking questions like: “Why can’t I see my friends and play with…

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How to save money on your mobile phone bill & have more data!

Is your mobile phone contract coming to an end? There is a way you can save money very easily and potentially save £100s per year right now! #savemoney #mobilephone #apple #android #samsung #deals #bargain #phone #iphone #pro #smartphone #money #cheap

Many of people are overpaying on their mobile phones, though it’s very easy to switch to a cheaper price plan with more data! Check whether you are nearing the end of your mobile phone contract or are now on a rolling contract. If so, you can cut the cost, gain more mobile data and possibly get more rewards! This could save you £100s per year! How I have saved £78 per year on my mobile phone and…

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From bottle to bar: Save money & the planet with a shampoo bar!

From bottle to bar: Save money & the planet with a shampoo bar! Shampoo bars, the latest trend in hair care products that give you healthier hair, saves you a lot of money and is eco-friendly! Read my article now, to see the 5 reasons you should switch!

Washing my hair with my first shampoo bar We’re so used to seeing hair care products as a liquid in a colourful plastic bottle. Therefore many have not heard about shampoo bars & conditioner bars. I’ve only stumbled across shampoo bars about 3 months ago. I was looking for an eco-friendly, more natural and cheaper alternative to bottled shampoo and conditioner. Did you know in the United Kingdom…

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New Year, New You! Get fit with Nintendo Ring Fit Adventure!

New Year, New You! Get fit with Nintendo Ring Fit Adventure! Made a new year's resolution to get fit & healthy? Ring Fit Adventure is a motivating and extremely fun exercise game to help you along and achieve your fitness goals! #fitness #health

Ring Fit Adventure- The game that keeps you fit while you have fun! (pic:Nintendo) First of all I would like to wish you all a very happy new year! A new year often signifies a fresh start and new goals for many people including myself. For some of us, this means setting health goals, such as losing weight, eating healthier and starting an exercise routine. However with the corona virus…

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2021 New Year's Resolutions Free Printable

Are you ready to create your BEST year ever? To help you set and achieve your goals and New Year's resolutions for 2021, I have created a New Year's Resolutions free printable for you!

I hope you had a great Christmas, despite the Corona virus pandemic! It’s that time of year again, with New Year’s Eve approaching very quickly. About this time I ask myself: What are my New Year’s resolutions for the new year? Then I write them down. Lets set your New Year’s resolutions and goals for 2021! It’s well known that you are more likely to achieve your goals, if you write them down a…

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How to make salt dough decorations

Make some cheap, eco-friendly and fun salt dough decorations for Christmas now. A way to keep the kids entertained during the Christmas holidays. Check this easy to follow how to make salt dough guide out now! #christmas #fun #kids #craft #DIY

Making salt dough ornaments can be a frugal and environmentally friendly way to have fun with the whole family! Yasmin and I make them every year for fun and hang them on our Christmas tree. We have also made some egg shaped decorations for easter. Why not make some as a gift for family and friends too? All you need to make the salt dough decorations are some cookie cutters (we sometimes use my…

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Are you entitled to Cold Weather Payment 2020?

Are you entitled to a Cold Weather Payment and is your area due a Cold Weather Payment of £25 towards your heating costs? Check now!

Temperatures have already started to drop across the country and most of us have noticed the heating costs going up during the winter months. Due to the increase in expenses during the very cold periods, some people may be entitled to Cold Weather Payment.

What is Cold Weather Payment?

The Cold Weather Paymentis a government scheme to help people on a low income and in receipt of certain…

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Brita Carafe review: Is it eco-friendly & budget friendly?

Ever thought about finding an eco-friendly and money saving alternative to the bottled water? Well then you are in luck! I have also tried & tested the Brita Carafe for you! Find out whether it is worth getting one too or not!

Me and my Brita Carafe

I got this beautiful Brita water filter carafe just over a week ago from my best friend Izzy. She got this stylish and eco-friendly product for me from my Amazon Wish list, as it was my 33th birthday earlier this week. So thank you very much Iz!

Why I wanted the Brita Carafe?

There are 2 main reasons to why I wanted the Brita Carafe. The reasons are live a slightly…

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The unique charity shop Dress For Less, Isle of Wight

You may think all charity shops are the same, but the Dress For Less Dress Agency is an amazing and unique charity boutique based in Newport, Isle of Wight. Find out more about it now, to see what is so special about this place.

You may wonder what’s so special about the Dress For Less Charity shop in Newport, Isle of Wight. I don’t blame you for wondering. I used to think most charity shops are the same. Last month I popped in there for the first time with my bestie Izzy, while I was being filmed for a documentary that will be aired at some point next year.

What’s so special about Dress for Less? Where does the profit…