Moving into a place of your very own... it's a big step, right? And when embarking on the big adventure of living on my own for the first time, there were a few things I began to notice when going about my day-to-day life. If you're about to move out on your own for the first time, prepare to start noticing these things too... 👇

How much money you're spending. 💷 
When you have roommates, it's easy to just split the bills evenly and not really think about where your money is going. When you're living with your parents, you usually have a cushty deal and pay a little board. But when you're on your own, every penny matters. You become more mindful of what you buy and how often you go out to eat (or order in!). Suddenly you realise just how expensive life as an adult really is. 

You learn how to do things yourself. 🧺️
Yes, I'm talking about everything from laundry to fixing a clogged sink. Not the most glamorous of jobs, eh? It can be daunting at first, but once you know how to take care of yourself, you'll suddenly feel like an empowered, independent woman! 

Having your own space is both a blessing and a curse. 😴 
Sure, having your own space can be great. It means that you can decorate your rooms however you want, slob out in your muckiest gear with no judgement, and binge whatever Netflix shows you want. Your own space can come with a dark side too though; it's really easy to get messy when living by yourself and having no one else around! For me, I notice this most in the kitchen, where everything gets left out for days before I bother putting dishes away... or even doing the dishes at all. 

You establish your own routine. ⏰ 
When you have roommates or family members living under the same roof as you, there's always someone around to mess with your plans or change the time you were going to wake up. But when you're living on your own, it's just you – and that means that you can do things exactly how you want them done!

Basic things can bring you little bits of happiness. 🥘
Settling down to watch a movie becomes somewhat more satisfying when it's in your very own living room, and cooking a delicious meal for one suddenly has you feeling like a goddess.

You really do have to become more responsible. 🤷‍♀️
This is probably the most important thing that I learned when living on my own – I had to be completely responsible for myself, and there was no one else to fall back on. If something went wrong, it was up to me to fix it... or call my dad when I get completely stuck, of course...

What did you notice when you moved out for the first time? Share your thoughts in the comments below!

Subscription boxes

There are a number of sites that offer online beauty subscription boxes so finding the right one shouldn’t be too hard. You can pre-buy a number of months’ worth of beauty subscription boxes and have them delivered directly to the recipient’s door. Each month will come complete with a new variety of beauty goodies to try out. Boxes and prices vary with some offering sample sizes or full-sized items. Beauty boxes are a great way to unearth new products and spoil your beauty-loving recipient with an original gift this Christmas.

Beauty Treatments

Why not buy that special someone a voucher for a beauty treatment. Beauty treatments come in many different forms and there is something available to suit everyone and every need. Whether you think they would enjoy anti-ageing facials, dermaplaning or a lash lift you can be sure to find a treatment your recipient would love. Gifting beauty treatments are a multi-purpose present as not only do they get the benefit of the treatment itself but it gifts the opportunity to take some me-time and indulge in a little self-care, which always leaves you feeling better about yourself.

Makeover

Makeovers are available in small salons or in large retail outlets. MAC is one such example that allows you to book a makeover session where a professional make-up artist will spend up to an hour utilising their products, tools and know-how to create the look of your choice. They will also impart their wisdom on you and these services usually come with the option to purchase a certain value of products. Customers get the best of both worlds, new makeup of their choice and a make-over session. It is the perfect present for those who have a love of make-up and its application

Beauty Advent calendar

You are never too old for an advent calendar and retailers know it. Cosmetic companies from Benefit to Revelon offer beauty advent calendars, which see owners receiving a new beauty product every day. Admittedly it is not a present that you can keep for the big day but one that will provide daily treats and constant appreciation nonetheless.

A new make-up bag

The make-up bag is something commonly overlooked when it comes to beauty gifts but it is an essential part of the make-up kit. Everyone needs somewhere reliable and often aesthetically pleasing to store all their beloved make-up. Why not spend some time searching for the perfect bag, one that includes zips and pockets to store all the bits and bobs make-up lovers like to keep with them. You could even opt to have it personalised to show that a bit of extra thought went into finding the perfect make-up bag gift.