Finally sharing a new outfit post! (these pictures are from June last year). Wearing my cute strawberry knitted vest that Dot got me for Christmas and my faux snakeskin boots I treated myself to on Christmas as well.
xo
27.4.23
25.4.23
Lush Haul
@skincarestationery New @LUSH haul featuring limited edition @Lazy Oaf soaps and Blissful gift set 🧼✨ #lush #lushcosmetics #asmr #unboxing #lushhaul #skincarehaul #lushcommunity #lazyoaf ♬ New Abundance - Omar Enfedaque
As mentioned in my previous New In post, I recently received some Lush goodies that were kindly gifted to me by the brand.
The items I received include:
- Lazy Oaf Checked In Soap
- Lazy Oaf Checked Out Soap
- Phoenix Soap Dish
- Blissful Gift Set, which contains:
The products smell amazing! Expect reviews soon.
xo
20.4.23
New In: March 2023
Last month I received a couple of samples including the J Lo Perfume and Philip Kingsley Mask, Prada Paradoxe EDP, Whind Oil and new Nivea Triple Protect Sunscreen.
From Picky I received a set of 4 Dr Ceuracle products, 2 of which I have already reviewed; and the Nivea Shea Body Lotion was also a sample to test.
I was also kindly sent the new Keeo Hair Straighteners (review coming soon), as well as the Versace Dylan Purple EDP and Lancôme Renergie HPN Cream
Lush also sent me a lovely package which will feature its own post next week!
From Superdrug I purchased the Simple Micellar Water and Revolution Eye Liner.
xo
18.4.23
Limited Edition Cleansing Butter & 20% off at The Body Shop
There is a new limited edition version of the best selling Camomile Cleansing Butter at The Body Shop.
This Sumptuous Cleansing Butter contains Japanese Tsubaki or Camellia seed oil for a delicate floral scent. It cleanses the skin while removing makeup to leave a soft and moisturised finish.
When you spend £35 you can get a FREE mini Camomile Cleansing Butter & Headband, plus free delivery using code BALM until 9 am 25 April.
If you prefer to get money off your order you can use code 14315 for a 20% discount instead!
xo
13.4.23
Sunday Riley U.F.O. Ultra Clarifying Face Oil
Recently I was kindly sent the Sunday Riley U.F.O. Ultra Clarifying Face Oil to try out.
This facial oil is designed for oily to blemish-prone skin and contains 1.5% salicylic acid to exfoliate the skin.
It also contains soothing Aloe, Camomile Flower Oil, Rosemary Leaf Extract, plus Silymarin and Black Cumin Seed Oils; Licorice Root and Hexylresorcinol reduce hyperpigmentation while skin is moisturised with Cranberry, Flax and Jojoba Seed Oils.
I love the packaging, the cardboard box and glass bottle feel very high quality and luxurious.
The Sunday Riley U.F.O. Ultra Clarifying Face Oil is easy to apply and the dropper allows for precise dosage. I use around 3 drops which is enough to cover my whole face.
At first it has a pungent smell which I believe is derived from the Black Cumin Seed Oil, but after a few minutes it transforms into the most beautiful mandarin fragrance thanks to the Neroli Oil which I really enjoy.
After using it consistently for over a week I can confirm that it has helped reduce pigmentation from both breakouts and sun damage. I also noticed reduced redness.
It also moisturises my skin without any greasy feeling as the oils used in this formula are higher in linoleic acid, which is also great for breakout-prone skin.
While it did not prevent new breakouts, the few ones I experienced while using this oil seemed to heal more quickly.
I will continue to use the Sunday Riley U.F.O. Ultra Clarifying Face Oil in my routine and would recommend it if you suffer with oily skin, breakouts and hyperpigmentation.
Find the Sunday Riley U.F.O. Ultra Clarifying Face Oil at Cult Beauty, Space NK and John Lewis.
xo
11.4.23
NYX Fat Oil Lip Drip in That's Chic
Last week I received the Nyx Fat Oil Lip Drip in That's Chic to test and review.
The packaging is a very sturdy clear plastic tube that allows for the shade to be visible before purchasing which is great. It features a bright green lid and white font on the front of the tube.
The applicator is very oversized and it is a bit hard to get out of the tube. I also find applying the product onto my lips with it a bit hard due to the size of it.
Onto the oil itself - it has a delicious berry fragrance that lingers on the lips. It has a thick consistency with minimal stickiness and leaves my lips looking very shiny and feeling soft and moisturised thanks to the Rosehip, Cloudberry Seed and Raspberry Seed Oils. Said feeling lasts even after eating and drinking. Other notable ingredients include Squalane and Vitamin E.
The shade That's Chic looks very dark in the tube but once applied it is not as intense. It leaves a purple tint on my lips which I really like and believe it suits me due to my dark autumn colour palette.
The PAO for this lip oil is 18 months which gives plenty of time to use up the product.
I am really enjoying using the NYX Fat Oil Lip Drip in That's Chic and would recommend it if you are looking for a moisturising, glossy lip colour in a berry shade.
xo
6.4.23
Relove Revolution x Superdrug
A few months ago I received a PR package kindly sent to me by Revolution & Superdrug. Revolution Relove is a super affordable makeup range (everything is under £5) that recently launched in Superdrug. In the package I received:
Baby Gloss in Dream
It is a lip gloss form the new Revolution ReLOVE range, which is available in 8 shades.
The Dream shade is a clear gloss which can be worn on its own or be used to add a shiny finish to any other lip product.
The packaging is very cute and compact. Featuring a clear tube with a white cap and a classic velvety doe foot applicator. The cap comes off and is replaced easily as well.
The clear design gives off the impression of the tube being glass, however, it is plastic which means it is very lightweight, so great for traveling or keeping in your bag for touch ups when out and about.
It comes completely sealed in wrapping that is easy to remove. I appreciate this a lot as it ensures the product is new and hygienic to use. Sadly the ingredients label is attached to this wrapper and not on the actual product so you have to keep it somewhere safe if you, like me, desire to keep this information handy for future reference.
The PAO is 6 months which is a bit shorter than other lip glosses I have used. However, being a product that is so versatile and colourless, it can be reapplied multiple times during the day so it is a reasonable amount of time to use it up.
The Baby Gloss in Dream contains soothing and antioxidant Vitamin E, plus Hyaluronic Acid to help achieve an instant plumping effect.
Worn on its own it helps bring out the natural colour of my lips, which I like. It features a delicate, sweet vanilla fragrance and it's non sticky.
It is also very affordable at only £2.50 and I am very interested in trying out the other shades!
Long Lash Lengthening Mascara
This mascara comes in an oversized plastic tube packaging, which is lightweight but feels sturdy. I really like the pale pink shade throughout the tube, and how it features contrasting black font with all of the product information on the front and back,
The lid is easy to unlock lid clicks safely in place.
The brush has relatively small bristles and a slight hourglass shape. The dainty size allows it to get close into lash line when applying the product.
The Long Lash Lengthening Mascara separates lashes, holds a curl and lengthens nicely.
I don't usually wear mascara but this one looks quite natural, which I really like.
It lasted very well throughout several hours of wear, with only some minimal flaking and smudging (which I expected as I my skin can get oily after a while).
Also appreciate that it comes sealed for hygiene and that the ingredients are printed on the actual tube as it is so spacious.
The PAO is 12 months, which is longer than usual for mascaras. It is 7ml and so affordable at only £2.50.
I would definitely recommend this mascara if you are are on a budget and looking to achieve subtle lash definition and lengthening without any clumping.
Power Brow in Brown & Dark Brown
This eyebrow pencil comes in a slender glossy cardboard box with ingredients and further information on the back and side.
Also depicted on the box are a picture of the pencil inside, as well as a brush and pencil detail. There is an internal tab in the box to avoid product rattling around.
The pencil itself is quite wide, features an angled tip and is dispensed by a twist up motion. On the opposite end there is a brush. Both caps click in place securely.
The formula contains Vitamin E and several Oils and Waxes to fix the brows in place.
I tried both the Brown and Dark Brown shades.
The pencil needs a bit warming up before it starts to deliver pigment visibly on the skin. After that I had no issues with application. The wide stick allows to cover a large area and is easy to use.
The shade Brown gave me a natural look, and while the Dark Brown was a very similar hue, it was more intensely pigmented so ideal for a bolder look.
The brush (or "fluffy comb") is very soft but dense so it is gentle on the skin but effectively combs through the brows.
The Power Brow is designed to create bold, bushy brows, which is easy thanks to the pigmentation of the pencil, however, it is also possible to achieve a natural look by using the product lightly.
This eyeshadow pencil has a 12 month PAO and is only £2 for 0.3 g.
The product is amazing quality for the price, and I would definitely recommend trying it out.
H2O Hydrate Primer
It comes in a sturdy frosted glass bottle that greatly elevates the product and gives it a more expensive feel. It also features a handy pump to easily dispense the product, said pump is protected by a clear cap. The cap is joined to the glass bottle with a sticker seal, which I appreciate.
Love the pastel colour scheme of the tag. On the back it contains all of the relevant product information including ingredients and PAO (which is 12 months).
Notable ingredients in the H2O Hydrate Primer include: Glycerin, Rosa Rugosa Flower Water, Panthenol, Sodium Hyaluronate and Tocopherol.
I really like the pump mechanism as it dispenses enough product for the whole face in one full press.
The primer has a slightly viscous jelly texture, so it won't run down your hand or face as you apply it. It feels very fresh and hydrating when worked into the skin.
Even though I waited at least 15 minutes after applying my day cream, it seemed like it was wiping it off as I applied the primer, which was not ideal. It also has a scent that was reminiscent of medicine and personally didn't love. Thankfully the smell doesn't linger.
I don't own any foundations so I tested it with my Dr Jart Cicapair Colour Correcting Cream, which applied smoothly over the primer.
I may end up using it as a cooling, hydrating serum instead; however, as a makeup base I believe it would also do a great job and it is very affordable at £4 for 12ml.
Colour Play Shadow Palettes
They come in a compact and lightweight plastic packaging with a white backing and features a clear cover, which means you can see the shades before purchasing which is great.
On the front it also features the palette name so it is easy to identify.
The sturdy packaging is easy to open and lock shut securely.
The Revolution Relove Shadow Palettes contain 6 individual shades, 2 of which are bigger and placed on the top row. They are also lightly scented like the primer, with a sweet but slightly medicinal aroma which is imperceptible once applied.
The Empower palette is comprised of pink and neutral shades:
A nude matte which can be used as a base or to mattify the eyelid, a pinkish red with glitter, a very pigmented matte brick red, a medium pink, a soft matte brown (my favourite from this palette) and a pale pink with shimmer.
The Express palette contains more shimmer than the Empower palette and features bolder browns and greens
On the top there are a shimmery champagne beige (my favourite from this palette) and a gold glittery shade, on the bottom there are 2 dark browns in both shimmer and matte, and 2 dark teal shades also in shimmer and matte.
All of the shades are well pigmented, however some more so than others. It is mentioned on the back that some shades are pressed pigments and not meant to be used on the eyes, so they could be used for blusher.
On the Empower Palette, the pigments are shades 3, 4 and 6; and on the Express palette, the pigments are 3 and 5.
The shadows are easy to apply and blend and the colours within the palettes work well together.
They are also very easy to remove using micellar water, and they have a 12 month PAO.
The Revolution Relove shadow palettes are amazing value for money at only £3 each so I would definitely recommend them to anyone looking to expand their makeup collection on a budget.
Find the Revolution Relove Collection at Superdrug.
xo
4.4.23
Iunik Rose Galactomyces Synergy Serum
This is actually the very first product I got from YesStyle, using some credit I was gifted and if it wasn't because it is expiring at the end of next month, I would have probably waited a bit longer to try it as I have a backlog of products waiting to be used!
The Iunik Rose Galactomyces Synergy Serum is designed to provide Oil-Water balance & Pore Control, Moisture, and Brightening & Wrinkle Care.
This serum has the most lightweight texture, almost like water so it is very easily spread and absorbed into the skin. It has a subtle powdery rose scent that isn't overpowering or lingers.
After using the Iunik Rose Galactomyces Synergy Serum twice a day for over a month I can certify it is very hydrating and soothing, helping reduce some of the redness on my face thanks to the Rose Water, Niacinamide, Arginine, Allantoin and Licorice Extract.
Galactomyces and Adenosine provide anti-ageing benefits. As I don't really have wrinkles I am unable to comment on that aspect.
Regarding oil-water balance and pore control, I didn't see that much of an improvement as my skin is still quite oily, however, pores may be a bit less visible. I believe it also helped reduce some hyperpigmentation I have on my cheekbone.
Overall, it is a very lightweight and hydrating serum that I would recommend trying out if your skin is on the oily side, or if you are looking for a gentle serum to help with redness, pores or first signs of ageing.
Find the Iunik Rose Galactomyces Synergy Serum on YesStyle and Feel Unique.
xo
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