Monday 22 September 2014

My Little Pariseene Box



The idea that a monthly box doesn't have to just be about products, it something that a lot of the boxes are now adopting. My Little Box orginally from france is a great idea, with each monthly box having a different theme. This month is all about Paris with the "Parisienne" box. 


All carefully tied together with gorgeous little bow this box holds more wonders than just another mascara. With a little statement about Paris "Paris needs no reason, Paris is its own reason" a nice little motivational motto.  Featuring a cute foam laptop or tablet case - you can never own too many of those in my option! a chic little notebook, with stickers and 3 Products to help you be more "Paris" 

 

The three products included in this months box are Nuxe Multipurpose Dry Oil - With winter approaching, at an oddly slow pace - anyone else confused by sun in September? This is the perfect little addition to the winter skincare regime. Laura Mercier's Foundation Primer, needs no introduction, no clever descriptive words, it just is and it is just amazing. Finishing with My Little Beauty's highlighter and who doesn't love a highlighter?! Team the primer and highlighter for the ultimate barely there AW14 look. 

My Little Box, is like a thoughful present from a friend. A Suscription, I will definitely be keeping. 

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Sunday 21 September 2014

The Glamour Beauty Power List 2014


 I love the Glamour Beauty edits, with Latest In Beauty. They're a great way of exploring some of the industries most coveted products, and trying something a little different. This edit contains Glamour's a select few on their power beauty list 2014, Glamour also are offering one lucky person the chance to WIN the entire power list, check out Octobers edition for more info.

Including :

Philip Kingsley's Daily Defence Condition Spray
I adore PK's range of haircare, the Elasticizer is one of those that i won't share, and this is no different. We're all guilty of a big of over styling here and there, and then set ourselves on Mission:Save My Hair when we reach the point of almost no return, PK's Defence Spray helps Mission: Save My Hair, not so much of a mission. It detangles, deFrizzes, Protects against breakages all in one hero swoop.

Eyeko Mascara Off Wipes
hands up who's ever had to scrub their mascara off? *Hands in the air* Say goodbye to red puffy eyes after Mascara removal with these gentle wipes, protecting that delicate eye area from harsh scrubbing, Mascara glides off your lashes, perfect for also having in your bag, just incase you have to top up and make a tiny mistake.

Laura Mercier Foundation Primer
A good primer can mean you spend less time worrying if you look more drab than fab come lunch time. I swear by LM's make range, all of it, without fail and this primer is no different. Even after the most stressful of days, make up just Stays, meaning you can stay enviably fab 9-5 and even during after work drinks - Wine anyone?

James Read Sleep Mask Tan*.
Needs no introduction, we've all been there, that moment we stop tanning at the collar bone in fear of being "Tangoed" or having to deal with a post tan breakout. James Read Sleep Mask Tan, makes you wake up and feel like you've been on holiday in your sleep. The perfect way to make Monday, that little bit more bearable.. Why yes, I did visit St Barts over the weekend, the sun was glorious.

*Enviable stares a hazard with this product.

Liz Earle Hot Cloth Cleanser.
This is my weekend treat. We are all blessed with more time to get ready (to go out and to go to bed) so why not indulge your skin a little bit more. To say that I am over the moon this came in the box is a slight understatement, because 1) I'm going away in a few weeks 2) I'm only taking hand luggage. This little beauty adheres to the product restrictions at customs. HALLELUJAH.

Bourjois Volume 1 Seconde Mascara.
I have been a slave to the falsies for a long time, and now, after having them removed and being left lashless, this little beauty makes me feel less like one of those weird bald dolls I had as a child and little more fluttering fabulous.

Maybelline Nude Sensational Lipstick
Everyone needs a nude, and with AW14's barely there make up trends, this is a happy little edition to anyones' lip stick collection.

This edit also gives you an Annual subscription to Glamours iPad / iPhone edition , which is worth £15.99 in itself! Glamour on the go, what could be better?


Why not treat yourself to a box of the power list? Available HERE at £15.99

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Monday 8 September 2014

Vita Liberata


Being fairly pale, and not the English rose kind, the omg is she sick kind, I do spend a considerable amount of time and energy perfecting the sun kissed look, with the much appreciated help from Vita Liberata. Each of the preparation can be executed with military precision, however when there are products that can make this process a little easier its always a good choice to invest. 

The Vita Liberata Illuminating Skin Finish can be used on top of clean skin or act as a wash on wash off temporary tan. Perfect for last minuting tanning. Practically scentless this is perfect for the faux glow, the perfect thing about this is that it comes equipped with SPF25 which not a lot of fake tans do. Often we pass on the sun protection when we're tanned as we assume it has SPF already in it, however most do not, apply a waterbased SPF. 



When see the word "illuminating" my brain thinks "glitter" this is far from glittering and genuinely highlights and adds a little depth to key areas such as the collarbone, great to contours the legs or stomach area too. It blends into a smooth golden bronze.


 VL also offers a skin plumping mist which can be used under your existing product - layer while damp - or all alone over a VL induced glow. This is the perfect skincare add on, without being sticky, or feeling like it's clogging pores this little product is perfect if you're skin is a feeling and looking less that it's best, it's fast working and also works to enhance your tan and also encourages the ingredients of other products to work faster. 

The skin plumping mist is available HERE from +Space NK apothecary from £17.00 and the Capture the light illuminating skin finish is available HERE from the VL website. RRP £29.95

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Friday 5 September 2014

Make Up Revolution.



Make Up Revoltuion is BIG news right now, an affordable, easily accessible make up brand that delivers excellent products. Perfect for every budget. I invested in the Cover & Conceal palette, now this is perfect for light contouring and concealing a multitude of sins we may have committed over the weekend. This little palette is my Monday morning go-to hiding my "I wish I was still in bed" look and those dark circles that have appeared since I gave up one nights sleep to dance into the wee hours. 


The Creamy consitancy of the palette screams expense and at only £6 is a steal. The variety of colours is perfect for me, usually the lightest in foundation shades, if I can find my shade at all. The palette makes it easy to mix colours to build the perfect coverage. The combination of shades in the bronzer which can be mixed for all over glow, or be used separately to build up the higtligher more if you need or want to. I also invested in a liquid blusher, another thing ive always wanted to try but not wanting to give up my perfect shade by Laura Mercier. I have it in Vivid, a little really does go along way, when applied with a stippling brush you can achieved a lightweight healthy glow. 


BROWS. 
The whole world is BROW crazy right now, are they big enough? not big enough? Did someone say you can hide over plucking with careful colouring it? MUR's palette features a highligher, two shades of brown and a wax to keep the wild ones tamed. The cute angled brush is perfect for creating smooth lines and a nice arch, the tweezers are an added bonus, nothing worse than getting ready in a hurry to find out at lunch time one hair escaped your notice! A perfect on-the-go collection. 



I honestly couldn't recommend this brand enough. They offer an array of brightly coloured eyeshadows, lipsticks and nail polishes. check out www.makeuprevolutionstore.com for the full range! These 4 products cover all my essentials without breaking the bank, leaving more budget for fun activities, rock climbing anyone? 

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Products from £1. 

Wednesday 3 September 2014

Make-up Brushes, On a budget


I have always believed you get what you pay for when it comes to beauty tools - brushes that shed all over your face do not make for an easy application. In the past i have invested heavily in high end brands for their tools and technology, however these brushes are what budget beauty is all about, without skimping to much on quality. 

I came across these in Primark - an unlikely destination for beauty, but i would keep an eye out on their beauty department for easy access essentials. At only £1-£1.50 each these brushes are perfect to pop into your make-up bag on the go, if you're anything like me and are a tad over protective over the more expensive ones. The pink tips really do add a little bit character, you can see some thought has gone into what they should look like. They probably aren't built for longevity however i have been using their mini foundation brush for nearly a month and have noticed no shedding so far and with a regular clean i get the same even soft application. 


Above are images of the Concealer brush, foundation brush and stippling brush - The perfect contour and blend trio. Primark also stock a range of brushes perfect for any young teens just starting out on their make-up journey and for those of us with protective issues over our faves. 

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Available now, in most Primark stores. 

Monday 1 September 2014

Maintaining a summer glow.

As we wave goodbye to August, and what appears to be our glorious Summer making the glow we have built up over the past few months becomes one of our main missions. It is always hard to let go of the healthy glow we enjoyed achieving through lazy weekend park trips and pub garden evenings. 

Here are some fake tanning tips to keep your Summer glow long into the Autumn months. 


Step One 
Hair removal & Exfoliation
They key steps for the perfect, flawless glow. Firstly, pick your hair removal method of choice at least 24 hours before applying fake tan. I always have a long soak and take time to exfoliate, using Soap & Glory's flake away.   If you're prone to ingrown hairs or bumps, I would recommend Lycon's Anti-bump foaming gel followed by In Grown X-it available online at www.stripboutique.com .

Step Two
Moisturising 
If you suffer from dry skin, lightly apply a body oil to key areas using a cotton pad - Elbows, Knees, and bottom of the feet, occasionally the ankles, if not just apply a nourishing moisturiser, allow to dry for 10-15 mins. I would recommend Palmers Cocoa butter or Caudalie Divine Oil. 

Step Three
Application. 
The use of the tanning mitt makes for a smooth application and makes it easy to apply in upwards circular motions. The mitt also makes it easier to blend, making it harder for streaks to appear. 

Step Four
Moisturising Part 2
After showering 8-12 hours later, moisturise with an oil free moisturiser,  or an oil free sun tan lotion if you plan on sunbathing with false tan on. I would recommend South Seas paraben free, water based SPF 30. 

If the sun stops shining, at least we can keep our summer glow! 

Happy Tanning. 

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All products mentioned are available at www.feelunique.com, www.stripboutique.com and from Boots. 

Friday 1 August 2014

New August Beauty Launches

Introducing this months must haves from a series of our much loved brands... 



Sanctuary Spa launches Wonder Oil Serum, designed for all skin types with a hydrating and anti-ageing formula, launching just before winter is the perfect must buy and will also be the perfect gift for someone who takes care of their skin! RRP £19.50


If you haven’t heard of So Susan Cosmetics, take yourself over to www.sosusan.com and check it out, the grown up girly brand is full of make-up wonders designed to help you look and feel your best. This august they’re launching Flutter Mascara and a Dual Brow Powder, with brows and lashes still set to be a big focus this A/W they will definitely be two products you will need to hand.  The Dual Brow Powder is a game changer with a powder-to-gel formula, set to camouflage any gaps in your brows, perfect for when growing a new shape! Prices from £12.


Beauty classic brand Clarins, launches True Radiance Foundation with SPF 15 this month. A foundation that features an SPF is an absolute MUST in my box, I don’t understand any foundations or day creams that don’t include and SPF. This foundation is set to enhance rather than cover-up with skin nourishing ingredients. Including an Anti-Pollution Complex, perfect for us city dwellers! RRP £27, I will definitely be testing this out! .. I am still hunting down my perfect foundation partner..


Elemis has 3 new skincare launches this month, introducing a Hydra-Boost Day Cream for dry skin, built to strengthen the moisture barrier and stimulate water channels. The Hydra-Balance Day Cream, an ultra-light day cream which is the perfect balance for combination skin, which reduces pore size and rebalances the complexion. The Hydra-Nourish Night Cream which helps repair the skin overnight helping to rid the skin of toxins, ensuring you wake up re-energised. RRP £38-£42


Marks & Spencer is growing their beauty offering with a limited edition A/W, and offers one of the best own label beauty collections for a department store. Launching Face palette, Eye shadows, Bronzers and new twist up lip colour in a nude pink (I love their lip colours, I will be first in line for this one!) Prices from £10


NovaLash Lash Extension are launching into the UK market and bringing a few heroes with them, just like semi-permanent eye shadows which can last up to 24hrs. Prices TBC


Super sleek make up brand Urban Decay, renowned for their eye shadow primer launches the Perversion Mascara (LOVE the name) rumour has it boasts triple black pigment and a twisted trim on the brush. It is also has a partner in crime called the Subversion Lash Primer to add weight to thinning lashes, partner these with the Perversion False Lashes (latex free) and you’ve got a show stopping evening look to make everyone envious. Prices from £11.50-£17
DKNY is adding another must have fragrance to its resume with the launch of MYNY backed by Rita Ora in the cutest heart shaped bottle. Launching early august prices from £37.


Fashion designer Phillip Lim and ulitmate beauty brand NARS have teamed up to bring us 9 brand new nail polish shades for AW14, all of which are limited edition and will be ready to be yours on August 1st. Prices start at £14.50. Follow Nars @NARSissist on twitter to keep up to date on launches availbale from narscosmetics.co.uk and selfridges.


If, like me carrying brushes and powder takes up more space than you care to admit, then Jane Iredale has come to the rescue. revealing a refillable loose powder brush, i think it's the refillable bit that really captures me here, sold empty so you can really talior the colour of the powder, now that is a make up must have if ever I have heard one! RRP £28, available at Jane Iredale salons nationwide. Launches August 1st.

With a little help from Dairy Directory.

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Wednesday 16 July 2014

July's BirchBox



Birchbox is one of my favourite monthly beauty boxes, it comes in neat yet no fuss packaging. The tie bags are incredibly useful and are a prize in itself. 

This month features:

Models Own glitter nail polish, to use on just one nail for a little drama or on all 10 for a lotta' drama! 
Whish - lavender body butter, this will fit perfectly in my gym bag!
Benefit - Pore professional - a cult beauty must have.
Laqa & Co lip crayon in a gorgeous Menatour (purple)
Balance me wonder eye cream - Eye greens are essential for your daily routine, this is the most sensitive part of your face, it makes sense to take care of it.
Filosofille nail buffer. - with many BBQs and the need for a perfect manicure all the time this is so handy when it is impossible to go for professional manicures weekly. 

A great collection of essentials.

Sign up for +Birchbox here from £10 per month. 

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In the nude

A nude lip is everyone woman's failsafe, a comfort blanket in the form a lipstick. 




Here are my current fave nude shades, 

Illamasqua in rose pout (1) full of colour, perfect to make that nude lip impact, that's less skin coloured with a deeper pink pigment, MAC myth - which is a pale nude, lighter than hue (2) with a more of a yellow undertone, Body Shop colour crush 310 (3) a slightly darker nude, perfect for warm skin tones, Autograph at M&S - Nude (4) an almost sheer tone with a gloss effect and Kiko - 131 Shiny Lipstick (5) with golden undertones, this colour is perfect for beachy days and adds a bit more shimmer and blends with a natural lip colour and becomes almost sheer. 


Each of these nudes are colour rich so the colour you see is the colour you get, rather than it being overly sheer and the colour disappearing . Mixing any of these with a foundation base really brings out the colours. 

Available from Marks & Spencers, Selfridges and Body Shop, Kiko Stores.

From £6.90 to £18.50 

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Tuesday 15 July 2014

Glamour Beauty Edit



You've got to love a collaborative beauty box, The Glamour Beauty Edit is my FAVE! When a box is curated by Glamour's beauty editor Alessandra Steinherr you know it's going to include some absolute must have products.  

This edit features

DHC Deep Cleansing Oil
Oil isn't just for dry skin, and cleansing oil is a must have for summer. Longer days, sunshine, this nourishing oil removes make up and traces of the day whilst hydrating the skin,

Illamasaqua Glamore Lipstick
Nude lips are PERFECT for summery days if you don't feel like a bright colour. I got Rosepout which is gorgeous colour with a pink undertone. 

Magnifibres brush on false lashes.
An ongoing industry fave for those of us (including myself) who don't have fabulous fluttery lashes a gentle pre coat to mascara. 

C&E Nail Lacquer 
You can never have enough shades of red or pink and in a world were we can never have enough nail colours. A non-toxic, long lasting high pigmented colour from Crabtree & Evenlyn.

Rimmel Sun Shimmer Instant Tan
A favourite amongst many for the quick fix tan for unexpected sunshine days, without the 8hr commitment and it easily washes off.

Velvotan - The Original Tanning Mitt
Orange hands are nobody's aim when tnaning, but we've all been there, using our hand to blend or apply tan to a small area in a hurry and ending up with orange streaky hands. The Velvotan mitt avoids a streaky, uneven tan and is the perfect match for Rimmel's Sun shimmer.

+BourjoisUK Cream Blush
Small, Compact and light. Perfect for travelling, and fits perfect into a daily make up bag. 

+Toni Guy  Pumping Whip.
I LOVE a hair product, and i also love a bit of bounce, the whip helps give an boost whilst maintaining a sleek 'do.

Hawaiian Tropic SPF 30
Handy Handbag sized perfect for taking with you to impromptu beach trips, park visits and BBQs. 

A perfect combination of prodcuts to ensure a perfect summer on the go, whatever you may be planning, and for the adventurous. +Latest in Beauty do the best beauty boxes, head to www.latestinbeauty.com to get your hands on the most sort after beauty box collaborations! 

It also comes packed with with a selection of offers from Maginfibres, Illamasqua, Rimmel, Hawaiian Trop, Crabtree & Evelyn and Strip wax bars! So not only do you get a taste of the brands, you also get a card of offers to help you save a little more over the summer!

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*This was a gift. 



Saturday 12 July 2014

Original Beauty Blender


If you wear foundation, you NEED one of these!


This Latex free little miracle leaves you airbrushed and line free when applying foundation, making it almost effortless to blend, and to over up any blemishes should you want to. I have always used my pinky finger to blend in the past until using the beauty blender. It also comes with a handy little Solid Cleanser for easy cleaning. I'm a bit of freak when it comes to brush cleansing (I keep my beauty blender still in the tube it came in). The Lavender scent of the cleanser is so much nicer, some cleansers can smell a bit to clinical or overly perfumed, a calming lavender is always pleasant. 


I would recommend getting the sponge / soild cleanser combo just purely for ease, its much easier and you can use the solid cleanser with other make up brushes too. With it being summer as well, if you needed to take your Beauty Blender on holiday, the solid cleanser would be one less liquid in your case! 

The blender allows you to really get the best of your foundation, I had never really considered that it was the tools and not the method or product that was not right with my made up face, (4 foundations later, I've discovered they're all perfect, it was just the brush that needed to be changed). You are able to blend the corners of your nose without going to cakey and even gently go quite close to the eye without causing future wrinkle damage as it really is gentle. Product wise you SAVE product, using less foundation per application because it really helps cover a large surface area with such a small amount - we're talking pea sized rather than 50p sized. 

A worth while beauty investment. Available on Beauty Bay RRP £26 (for the sponge and cleanser duo) HERE

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Thursday 10 July 2014

This Week's Handbag Hero


Ooo look sun, no wait rain and... sun... maybe? Is that a cloud?

I cannot keep up with this weather, which is why this little beaut is my handbag hero this week, a spritz of this, a ruffle of the fingers and you would of never guessed I've just battled 4 seasons on route to work. Do you ever feel that way? 

Introducing Philip Kinglsey One More Day


I have this a mini size so its perfect to just carry about and it doesn't weigh a thing, or clog up space in my bag, in fact over the summer months I wouldn't be caught without this. You never know when post-work drinks might pop up, or an impromptu dinner get together with the girls after a particularly stressful start to the week. This makes you feel all brand new and ready to take on the rest of the day or the night. No white dust give away on the routes either. Fresh smelling and a little really does go along way. 

Available HERE RRP £6.00 

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Tuesday 8 July 2014

A Daily SPF


My favourite words when looking at a day cream with SPF are "UVA" " UVB" "Broad Spectrum" "Protection". Once a product has all of these, i am pretty much SOLD. 

When we live in a place where the weather is indecisive and gloomy for the majority, we have all been guilty of not applying our daily spf, but the truth is that even on the gloomiest of days UVA is still present and can still cause damage, damage that builds up over time and can take up to 10 years to show. 

Using products daily that have built in SPF is SO important, all of my go to daily moisurisers have it in them, my current faves are 

This Works In Transit Skin Defence SPF 30

Perfect for those hotter days, or even days out abroad, with UVA & UVB protection this broad spectrumed multitasker also adds a natural antioxidant skin boost and keeps your skin hydrated through a long work day and into the evening without being greasy.

Skin Defence is available HERE from their website £29 per 40ml



Dr Nick Lowe Super Charged SPF 15 Day Cream

A long term favourite of mine, packed with Vitamins, Ferulic Acid, Raspberry &  Pomegranate to aid natural sun protection, keep you youthful. The creamy texture is perfect for every day use even on hot days when a SPF daily can be quite sticky. This remains soft, comfortable and wearable. 

Dr Nick Lowe available HERE on their website£19 per 50ml, why not join the loyalty program while your there!!


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Monday 23 June 2014

Racinne Ultimate Aqua Boost.



After a long battle (7 months) battle with a scar on my face, I am desperately trying to remove it. I had spot injected back in December 2013 and since then the mark just wont shift, and it also has a small dip in the middle which makes it hard to cover up. I have been using a combination of products since then to shift it, from Pigmentation products, to redness to even light chemical peels. 

I have been trialling this product for 3 weeks and so far, I am loving it. I am currently using it all over my face and neck (just in case I have some unseen sun damage) and not just in the area i wish to fix. 

The lightweight gel/cream formula means it is so easy to apply and doesn't leave a sticky residue and you are able to layer on a night cream afterwards without feeling like you are suffocating your pores. Whilst it isn't generally promoted for acne scarring I thought it was worth the test! Racinne is a Korean brand which uses scientific technology combined with plant extracts with results driven skin rejuvenation, Korean skincare is definitely one to watch! 

On the whole this is so far great for my skin. I have noticed visible improvements in the texture, feel and general appearance, my skin feels and looks brighter and more even. Whilst the scar hasn't totally disappeared, it is becoming less and less visible as the days go by. 

I am using this in conjunction with Alpha H Liquid Gold every other night. for my review on Liquid Gold, please click HERE and with my normal morning routine. 

Available at Fenwicks, or online HERE RRP £38

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Saturday 21 June 2014

Urban Veda Radiance Body Wash


I met Urban Veda at this years CEW Demonstration evening, way back in February, and loved the brand from the start. It was all those months ago my obsession with this product started, it became my post Saturday morning gym shower routine. Quick quote about the brand in case you haven't come across it before  "The urbanveda ranges are designed to be suited to different skin care types which in the principles of Ayurvedic medicine are associated with ‘doshas’. This is the Ayurvedic term to describe the physical and emotional tendencies in our mind and body" Find out more about Urban Veda HERE.

The Radiance Body Wash is essential to my end of work week, hello weekend routine. A perfect blend of relaxing scents and ingredients it cleanses away the stress. The soft floral undertones and the soothing gel formula make this perfect blend of shower time goodness.Being soap free means it doesn't strip the skin of it's protective oils, damaging the skin but rather cleanses gently using all natural ingredients. This has become a much loved edition to my bathroom cupboard. 

NO SLS
NO PARABENS
NO GM INGREDIENTS 
NO ANIMAL TESTING


There is an entire range to compliment this bathtime wonder, available online HERE RRP £8.99

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*gifted*

Friday 20 June 2014

Hand Chemistry - DECIEM


A no:1 give away of age is your hands (followed closely by your neck - not literally obviously). We don't look after our hands well enough in my opinion, from the constant tapping on keyboards, phones, constant exposure to UVA and UVB rays - how many times do you apply sunscreen consciously to the backs of your hands? 

Hand Chemistry, by Deciem the geniuses behind Inhibitif and Grow Gorgeous have this miracle cream that combines a multitude of anti-ageing agents to combat the signs of ageing and also as a preventative. Results can be seen in just 11 days with consistent use. Repairing the visible signs of aging, to increase hydration, improve texture, smoothness and elasticity. Whilst it doesn't contain SPF (something I think all hand creams should contain) it does pack a punch when it comes to ensure your hands are in tip top condition. Which is why it is hidden from my mother (sorry mum). I've noticed that after years of my hands being battered by UV machines, that they have a bit more life back in them, they're softer and they look better, perfect for the summer and an improvement on my nail polish helfies (hand selfies, it'll catch on... maybe.)


A midly thick formula that glides into the skin, absorbes quickly and is gentle enough to use throughout the day and you don't get a greasy keyboard & light enough for all season, all weather use 

Available HERE RRP £18.99

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Wednesday 18 June 2014

Champneys Skin Comforting Miracle Balm


This balm is a mini handbag must have. 
Perfect for comforting tired toes after a long day flip flopping around a city, the beach or just generally flip flopping about in the sunshine. A well rounded, multitasking balm that can be used all over the body (obviously wash your hands before you go toes to mouth) which is why it can also go neatly into a suitcase with a baggage restriction and even in hand luggage and not take up to much space!


Made with 100% natural ingredients means it wont irritate sensitive skin and wont harm the skins natural barrier. Although I wouldn't apply to broken skin or to a rash, this is a simply for comforting tired, dry skin anything more will need something slightly more medical. 

Whilst it is natural, it is heavily scented, you can definitely smell the floral undertones of the Lavender, geranium and meadowfarm seed. I have also used this on my elbows pre tanning as it absorbs into the skin quickly without a residue like some lotions or creams can. 

A bargain in Boots at the moment costing only £5.50 available HERE (and it's also three for two!) So it's not a bank breaking summer holiday investment!

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*Price and 3 for 2 correct on 17.6.14

Wednesday 11 June 2014

Becca - Shimmering skin perfector



Becca's skin perfector can be used all over the body, from cheekbone, to collorbone to adding a little contour to the calves. This is a summer time MUST. 

A versatile product that goes a little further than adding a little sparkle, I have the perfector in Opal because it it also adds a little bronze on top of highlighting. The lightly bronzed effect of the Opal colour is perfect for Spring / Summer.

Shimmering Skin Perfector reflects the natural light, so isn't just full of glitter, and also contains SPF 20+ which is an added skincare bonus!


A beach side must! Perfect for highlighting, or dabbing a little on bare faced skin for a little sunkissed glow.

Available from Space NK HERE RRP £33

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