Best Gel Based Moisture Solutions

In the Summer, I hate the feeling of oily or greasy moisturisers. They just seem to stop my skin from being able to 'breathe' and just feel a bit gross. Which is why I normally switch to a lighter moisturiser that sinks in quickly, or a gel moisturiser - both of which are perfect if you have combination or oily skin (or just want a refreshing sensation on your skin!)

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Preserving Memories with CanvasChamp

After 3 weeks on the beach and in the sun, it's quite a shock being back in Manchester - especially when the view from my room is no longer the beach... And as brilliant as social media is as a reminder, there's something wonderful about having a tangible piece to constantly remind me of a great time. Which is what this print is.

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Ellie Dickinson
8 of the Best Basket Bags on eBay (£15 or less)

I love eBay. It's a 98% reliable way to get copies or 'inspired' versions of trendy bags, and if you're prepared to wait for the 3-week wait, most trend-driven items can be bought for cheap! With basket bags really being a key trend for the summer, I decided to share some of my secrets and share my favourite basket bags that are on eBay - and all of them are less than £15!

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Shoryu Manchester - A Food Review

I'm a huge fan of Japanese food. From sushi to teriyaki, I love pretty much every dish I've tried. And with a trip to Japan booked for August, the prospect of discovering and trying more Japanese dishes was an opportunity that I leapt at. It was a truly delicious experience, and my friend and I left very ​​​​​​​content.

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The Complete Guide to Lombok, Indonesia (and why you need to go there and NOT Bali)

Having grown up in South East Asia, I’ve been to quite a few places within a 4-hour flying distance of Malaysia. I’ve been lucky enough to have covered most of Thailand, briefly touched Laos, and been to a few places in Vietnam, but one place we’ve really not seen much of is Indonesia. And you may have noticed from my Instagram (follow me here), that I spent about 10 days in Lombok fairly recently – and it was absolutely stunning.

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5 Ways to Sell Yourself on Your CV

After working many a summer doing temp work, and have not long been offered my graduate job, I've become a bit of a whiz with writing my CV. But because when applying for jobs, you're probably amongst hundreds of applicants, it's so important to have a CV that not only stands out but really sells yourself.

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Ellie Dickinson