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Marks and Spencer advent calendar - day by day discussion thread 2

490 replies

Milly848 · 16/12/2018 21:13

Continued Xmas Grin

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Penguins1 · 25/12/2018 21:21

Will be interested to try this spray. Have seen before and wondered if any good. Don't use these sprays though so gives me a chance to. Merry Christmas you all!!!

HumberElla · 25/12/2018 21:38

I’ve just used the spray and am snugged up with new Christmas book. Thanks all,what a lovely way to share advent!

LostInShoebiz · 25/12/2018 23:09

Quite proud I was a week ahead and managed no spoilers, especially as from day 10 on I was convinced I was supposed to count down from 25 to 1 as it was getting worse every day b

Annasgirl · 25/12/2018 23:13

Loved today’s gift - loved it all really and loved sharing here. I’m off to bed with my spray - looking forward to next advent - I will really miss this treat every day! Happy Christmas to you all.

ajandjjmum · 25/12/2018 23:37

Love the calendar and loved the thread.

Pretty impressed with DH too - knowing how much I've loved this advent calendar, he bought me the John Lewis one (at half price) to use in January, as one of my Christmas presents!

Happy Christmas all - and hope 2019 is good for everyone.

Bottomofsmughill · 26/12/2018 00:19

I’d be happy to swap last year’s blood orange perfume for this year’s one sunnyupnorth

latedecember1963 · 26/12/2018 09:38

Ah, what a lovely gift, Ajandjjmum !

The sleep mist has worked for me. I've been waking anywhere between 4and 5 am for weeks. Last night I sprayed some on my pillow and today I slept until 8.15am. I feel so much more clear-headed and refreshed. If it continues to work it will definitely be a purchase for me. 😊

ihatethecold · 26/12/2018 16:37

Bottom
I’ll swap them if you like. I love the blood orange one.

Skinfulnappies46 · 26/12/2018 19:35

Thanks everyone for the thread. Loved the calendar and then reading the discussions here! Hav a happy and healthy new year everyone xx

BollockingBaubles · 26/12/2018 21:00

I know I probably haven't sounded like it but I've actually really enjoyed the calendar and will def be buying next years because majority of stuff will be used and the few things I don't like will be enjoyed by my dd or sister. The items I love more than make up for the ones I don't.

Shower Gel (miss) not keen on scent and gifted to a friend who loves this scent.

Filorga Eye Cream (meh) used daily on morning but made my eyes water so only use at night, little goes a long way and still have loads left but won't repurchase as no visible results.

Neck Cream (hit). Used nightly since getting the product and have loads still left. No visible difference but have adored using it. Would def repurchase but use on face too.

Eyeko Mascarra - (hit) LOVE it and my fave product from the whole calendar. Will def be repurchasing.

Perfume - (hit). Love it, love it. Wouldn't repurchase as there's I like better but for the nostalgic memories of my Mum I love this.

Elasticiser - (miss) used before and does nothing for me but swapped for the perfume with another MNer.

Skyn Lip Balm - (miss) initially liked but turned it massive miss when it fucked my mouth up.

Nail Polish -(meh) colour isn't something I'd use all year round but have worn twice now and get several days of no chipping, will try other shades from same. Rand though.

Ren night cream- (meh) initially made skin dry but started using over the top of the gel stuff and it's fine now. Not nice, not horrible, wouldn't repurchase but will finish using.

Percy And Reed (Hit). Used twice now, leaves hair very soft and silky, prob won't repurchase as I have so many similar type of products to use up in 2019 but if they run out then this will be the one I repurchase.

Nuxe body lotion (Meh). Used it all up but didn't like scent and formula, I got three uses out of it but probably could have got more, was slathering the stuff on to finish it asap.

Pixi Glow Rose Toner (??) not opened until finished current toner but enjoyed other toners by this brand and liked so hopefully a hit.

Moisture Boost Gel - (hit) been using under the night cream and to give some moisture to some of my more drying foundations. Not likely to repurchase as the Simple version is very much the same and much cheaper but enjoying using this one.

Nail File (miss) - texture of nail files set me off on edge, gifted to my sister.

Studio 10 lipgloss. (Meh). Initially really disliked but have been using instead of a balm and it's ok. Doesn't last long enough on lips for it to be worth a repurchase at £22 otherwise it would be a big hit.

Diego Dalla Palma eyeliner (miss) - quite hard and uncomfortable to use on outer lid and vanished off waterline, given to sister.

Balance Me eye cream (??) not used as have another in go and because shelf life isn't great I'll wait to open.

Sleep Cream (hit). I suffer from insomnia and have used this on the nights I know I have an early start and will be getting two hours at max, was very skeptical but love love love it. I wouldn't use every night but would def repurchase.

Blush Brush (miss) not a fan of mini brushes and never use this type of brush for blush, prefer big fluffy ones (like the mini real techniques face brush in the amazon calendar)

Living Proof perfect hair day (hit) tried once and love it, have shit load of hair styling stuff I'm aiming to use up but would repurchase this if didn't have any.

This Works Camera Close Up (??). Not opened due to short shelf life of current Primers I'm using, looking forward to using it though.

Still Eye Liner (miss) likes at first but it wore away quickly and needed touching up a lot, then broke when trying to wind up. Rimmel waterproof scandeleyes one is much more pigmented, long lasting and only £4 so will stick with their copper one.

Bronzer (Miss) too glittery and sparkly for my taste, colour doesn't last long but glitter stays out all day. Given to dd.

L'Occitane face cream (??). Not used yet as want to finish current face cream before opening new one but very excited.

Pillow Spray (Miss) fried two nights now and it gives me a headache. Dd loves it so she has it. Diff scent maybe better for me.

zucchinieggplant · 26/12/2018 21:09

Are we doing swaps here? I have the following to offer (all unused):
Perfume (one spray used)
Thisworks moisturiser
Elasticiser

I also have the following from last years box:
Autograph Hydrating confidence boost primer
Ultrasun lip protection

In return I'd love:
REN night cream
Living proof hair stuff
Balance me eye cream

I might have other bits, I think there was another primer from last year ( don't use primers!) so I'll have a look!

Atalune · 26/12/2018 21:11

zucchini I basically have all you want I would take all your swaps!

However meet and I had an agreement...so meet, are you still up for swapping? Grin

MeetOnTheSIedge · 26/12/2018 21:18

I think you might have meant someone else? I hadn't mentioned swaps. I have tried everything out so assumed swapping would be out on hygiene grounds.

diamondsandrose · 26/12/2018 23:30

Atalune it was me ! Can't remember what we were swapping though do you?!

Thank you to everyone for a lovely thread, it's been great fun. I miss you all already.

See you all for Summer Box or hopefully Mother's Day x

Howaboutthisone · 27/12/2018 00:30

Did someone say that there's a discount in January of things in the calendar? Want to buy the this works primer!

HollyHocks13 · 27/12/2018 09:22

Zucchini - I would happily swap the perfume for some of the hair stuff..?

HollyHocks13 · 27/12/2018 09:25

Also I see you have the Elasticiser - I have the Balance Me eye cream (used once, doesn't suit me). Would you be happy to swap the perfume and elasticiser for the hair stuff and eye cream?

zucchinieggplant · 27/12/2018 09:38

Holly that sounds great, I'm on the app right now but will PM you to make arrangements!

HollyHocks13 · 27/12/2018 09:54
Grin
Atalune · 27/12/2018 10:54

diamond yes you’re right.

I have
ren night cream
Black tulip perfume (full disclosure this has had a couple of squirts out of it)
Living proof hair cream
Percy and reed hair treatment.

I would love the
Elasticizer
Hydra boost moisturiser

AlannaOfTrebond · 27/12/2018 11:33

Hi all, hope you had a lovely Christmas.

I'm interested in some swaps too.

I have the following to swap:
Ren night cream.
Lip gloss
Percy and Reed overnight recovery.
Thisworks in transit camera close up.
Nail polish.
L'Occitane face cream.
Black tulip perfume.

I would love to swap for:
Prai neck cream
Filorgia eye cream
Ameliorate cream from last year if anyone has any.

Marks and Spencer advent calendar - day by day discussion thread 2
Pomegranatepompom · 27/12/2018 13:03

I’d like to do swaps please. I’ll post later.
I love the perfume/l’occitane/night cream/eye cream
Happy to swap elasticizer/bronzer/ pixie glow/lip gloss

Howaboutthisone · 27/12/2018 13:44

@AlannaOfTrebond I'd love the this works camera ready and have the prai neck cream if you'd like to swap?

AlannaOfTrebond · 27/12/2018 14:23

@Howaboutthisone Deal! I'll pm you so we can swap details.

ChipInTheSugar · 27/12/2018 14:28

I've been given the Beauty Box for Christmas - can't decide whether to dive right in or do a-door-a day through January ...