TIAM B3 Niacin Sunscreen

A while back I received the TIAM B3 Niacin Sunscreen, kindly sent to me by the brand.

It provides SPF 50++++ protection and is formulated to address dull skin and reduce the look of dark spots while moisturising dry skin.

Some notable ingredients include Niacinamide at 2%, Alpha Arbutin and Tranexamic Acid to help improve skin tone and reduce hyperpigmentation. It also contains soothing Panthenol, Vitamin E, Rose Flower Oil, Biotin, Vitamin B9, B6, A, B1 and B12.

This sunscreen has a beautiful gel-cream consistency that feels very moisturising on the skin. There is no white cast and no stickiness; it spreads easily, absorbs fast and has a weightless sensation on the skin.

It has a subtle citrus scent that does not linger and I am able to use it on my eye area with no irritation. 

It has a natural, glowy finish that does not look or feel greasy. I think it would be great for both oily and dry skin!

Find the TIAM B3 Niacin Sunscreen at YesStyle and use code NAV2019 for money off your next order✨

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Dove Deodorant Haul

Dove kindly sent me a package containing 6 of their Advanced Care anti-perspirant deodorants, which included 3 roll-on and 3 sprays:

I received the following scents: 

• Original Spray
• Go Fresh Cucumber & Green Tea Spray
• Invisible Dry White Freesia & Violet Flowers
• Original Roll-on
• Coconut Roll-on
• Pomegranate Roll-on

They all feature a new Patented Technology with Dove's kindest skin formula ever - it protects for 72 hours and contains Triple Moisturising Technology to repair skin thanks to Sunflower Seed Oil which calms, soothes and hydrates underarm skin.

My favourite scents are, besides the classic Original one, the Cucumber & Green Tea (so light, refreshing and gently invigorating) and Coconut (tropical, sweet and creamy!)

Which is your favourite scent?

Find the Dove Deodorants at Superdrug.

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Diana Drummond Seaweed Organics Haircare

A couple of weeks ago I received a package from Diana Drummond containing the Seaweed Organics Shampoo and Conditioner. 

The Seaweed Shampoo is designed to refresh, strengthen and protect and is formulated with gentle surfactants, Rosemary Essential Oil, Panthenol, Sunflower Seed Oil and Extracts of Egg Wrack, Irish Moss, Bladder Wrack, Kombu Kelp and Dulse.

It has an invigorating rosemary fragrance which lingers after using and I like that it can help promote hair growth while having anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. 

This shampoo has a clear gel consistency and lightly lathers to gently cleanse while leaving the scalp and hair feeling very soft and moisturised. 

The Seaweed Hair Conditioner is designed to moisture, plump, smooth and volumise thanks to Sunflower Seed Oil, Shea Butter, Coconut Oil, Olive Oil, Panthenol, Vitamin E and Jojoba Seed Oil. 

It is also infused with anti-oxidant and moisturising Egg Wrack, Irish Moss, Bladder Wrack, Kombu Kelp and Dulse.

Despite the nourishing ingredients, it has a light lotion texture that rinses off easily and leaves hair feeling soft and with a long-lasting rosemary fragrance. 

It would be ideal for thin and flat hair as it will not weigh it down and provides some added volume, however, for dry or thick hair it might not feel nourishing enough. 

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Statement Earrings

Statement earrings and top with minimal makeup for SS.

Use code OLIST-H7PF for 15% off your next Orelia order✨

I'm wearing:
💛 Textured Open Heart Drop Earrings*
🐍 Snake Necklace (from a set)*

Both are 18k gold plated and very affordable!

My top* is from Cubic and you can get 20% off with code NAVI20 

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*Gifted items

Abib Collagen Eye Patch

Recently I received the Abib Jericho Rose Jelly Collagen Eye Patch, which are formulated to firm, hydrate and rejuvenate the skin thanks to Shea Butter, Peptides, Caffeine, Jericho Rose, Adenosine, and Ceramides. 

They also contain brightening Niacinamide, plus soothing Allantoin and Panthenol. 

I really like the minimal packaging design and the fact that the patches are textured as it prevents them from sliding down the face like smooth ones usually do. The pot also contains a stopper and a spoon to dispense the patches. 

The Abib Collagen Eye Patches are easy to use and saturated in the essence. They need to be left on the skin for 20 to 30 minutes and can be used not only on the eye area but any other places of concern around the face.

After using them my skin feels hydrated and has a nice glow to it. I did find that layering products afterward would result in pilling, which isn't ideal.

They are fragrance free so will also suit sensitive skin. 

Have you tried these eye patches?

Find the Abib Collagen Eye Patch on YesStyle and use code NAV2019 for money off your next order.

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Ruffles & Pink

H&M Jumper // Cubic Skirt // Status Anxiety Bag // Topshop Boots // Orelia Earrings
(Similar: Wool Jumper, Suede Buckle Boots)

Really into white and light colours for spring! This tiered ruffle skirt from Cubic looks great styled with an oversized jumper and will also look amazing with a linen top and puff sleeves this summer!

Use code NAVI20 for 20% off sitewide at Cubic, and OLIST-H7PF for 15% off at Orelia✨

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MUA Makeup Haul

Last week I received a MUA mailer, including the Brow Gel XL, Pro Base Fix Grip Primer and the whole range of Hydra-Juice Peptide Lip Balms.

MUA Brow Gel XL

Designed to provide strong hold, this brow gel comes with a handy built-in brush and comb under the cap for pre or post styling and it could even double as an eyelash comb. I also like the lightweight, off-white matte tube packaging. 

The brow gel is clear so suitable for all hair colours, and the applicator brush features shorter and longer bristles to adapt to denser areas as needed. 

This brow gel definitely provides very good hold as my brows stay in place all day with barely any movement, which is great compared to other brow gels I’ve used, where just my hair brushing my face would move my eyebrows out of place. 

Hydra-Juice Peptide Lip Balm

Formulated with Vitamin E, Lactic Acid and Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, to nourish, lightly exfoliate, hydrate and help increase collagen production.

Available in 6 shades:

• Coconut Sugar: clear and versatile, with a delicious coconut scent
• Caramel Glaze: has a light pink-nude tint and a sweet vanilla-caramel scent
• Heartfelt Hun: has a warmer and darker tone than Caramel Glaze and a sweet, floral scent 
• Watermelon Sorbet: with a pink shade and a fresh watermelon scent
• Berry Bliss: has a dark pink hue and a sweet, fruity fragrance 
• Cherry Kiss: features a dark berry shade and a sweet cherry scent

My favourite shades are Cherry and Watermelon. Coconut too as it smells amazing!

I love that these lip balms contain peptides and are so affordable. They moisturise nicely and add a hint of colour that lightly stains the lips. 

Pro Base Fix Grip Primer

Comes in a clear, frosted plastic tube with an airless pump dispenser. It has a light, gel consistency, a sweet, fruity scent and a pink tint to it that goes clear once applied to the skin. 

This primer is infused with Rosa Rugosa Flower Water, Apricot Extract, Vitamin C & B3, Ectoin, Extracts of Dendrobium Nobile, Aloe, Sophora, Goji and Echinacea. 

It has a sticky finish and provides good hold for foundation while having hydrating and brightening properties. 

Join the Superdrug Community to receive free products to review✨

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Monuskin Recovery Balm

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A couple of weeks ago I received the Monuskin Recovery Balm, which is designed to soothe sensitised or stressed skin thanks to Soft Rose and Bergamot Essential Oils plus peptides to reduce redness and irritation.

It also contains Evening Primrose and Blackcurrant Seed to nourish and moisturise while protecting the skin barrier and lipid content; Panthenol, Bisabolol and Cassia Alata Leaf Extract calm the skin, and Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide hydrates it. 

The Monuskin Recovery Balm comes in a tube with silver accents at the base and lid, and uses an airless pump system to deliver the product. Just 1 to 2 pumps is enough to cover my whole face.

The product has a light, whipped texture and spreads easily, leaving my skin feeling soft and moisturised, with redness appearing reduced. It has a beautiful rose rose fragrance which I really enjoy.

I do have oily skin so, while the product is not greasy, it can make my skin appear shiny a couple of hours after application but I wear face powder to mitigate this. 

It is ideal for all skin types, but I would especially recommend it as a moisturiser to use after your exfoliating acids or retinol at night time.

Find the Monuskin Recovery Balm at Sephora.

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The Body Shop Limited Edition Spring 2024

After my mega haul earned me a couple of rewards, I went back to The Body Shop to spend them on some new Limited Edition products:

🪻 Bluebell Shower Cream: for soft, moisturised skin with a delicate aquatic, floral fragrance

🌹 Camomile Cleansing Butter Rose De Mai: removes makeup quickly and has a beautiful rose scent

Grab them while you can!

Use code AFFNAVILLE for 20% off✨

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Bioderma Sébium Serum

A while back I received the Bioderma Sébium Serum.

This lightweight serum promises to reduce breakouts, marks and fine lines thanks to Acetyl Glucosamine, Salicylic Acid and Hyaluronic Acid.

It comes in a cardboard box that holds the hefty glass bottle inside, I love the shape of the dropper too as it is more unusual. The packaging is nice and feels expensive, the only thing I don't love is the green colour.

I like the almost water-like consistency as it makes it easy to apply and only a small amount is needed.

This serum is easily absorbed and layers well with other products. I find it hydrating and it does not irritate my skin or break me out.

After using it for a while I can attest to its breakout and mark-reducing properties. It has also reduced redness and oiliness, as well as making my skin feel very soft and smooth while reducing the appearance of pores and keeping them clear.

It is scented with a synthetic fragrance that does not linger and has a short PAO of 6 months. 

Find the Bioderma Sébium Serum at Sephora and Escentual.

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Spectrum Haul

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As a Spectrum Ambassador I was kindly gifted a couple more items to try! I received:

• White Marbleous 12 Piece Makeup Brush Set: a versatile kit with 5 face brushes and 7 brow and lip brushes
• Bergamot and Pink Grapefruit Vegan Makeup Brush Soap: to keep brushes clean and smelling delicious!

Use code SC38P4T4 for 15% off and join the Spectrum Beauty Suite to receive free sponsored products. 

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Ziaja Goat's Milk Range

I was recently selected as a Ziaja ambassador and am delighted to share my reviews on some items they kindly sent me to try out:

Ziaja Goat's Milk Duo Phase Make-Up Remover: this gentle makeup remover is fragrance and dye-free so great for sensitive skin. It features Castor Seed Oil and Goat Milk Extract for soft and moisturised skin. It is effective, easy to use and very gentle on my skin. It is priced at £4.46 for 120ml

Ziaja Goat's Milk Shampoo: it is infused with Hydrolyzed Keratin and Goat Milk Extract which help leave hair feeling soft and smooth. It lathers well, gently cleansing the scalp and hair and features a comforting creamy, floral scent which I like. The generously sized 400ml bottle is only £3.36.

Ziaja Goat's Milk Hair Conditioner: like the Shampoo, it also contains Hydrolyzed Keratin and Goat Milk Extract to achieve smooth and shiny hair. It has a lightweight consistency that rinses off easily, leaves my hair feeling soft and also features the same fragrance as the shampoo. This 200ml bottle retails for £2.53.

I love how they use effective and gentle ingredients within this range while also being extremely affordable. 

I would definitely recommend checking out Ziaja as they have several ranges to choose from so you are bound to find one that works for your hair or skin needs.

Use code NAVILLE for 10% off!✨

Have you tried Ziaja?

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The Kills at Troxy

             

Last night we went to see The Kills on their first UK show promoting their latest album, God Games. This is not long since seeing them on the presentation of the album (where I got a signed poster and picture with them too!) back in September at Rough Trade East.

Alison looked amazing and was all smiles, and asked the crowd a few times how they were. She wore skinny jeans, platform boots and a leopard print button-up shirt over a black t-shirt. Jamie wore an all-black ensemble consisting of leather jacket, t-shirt, straight jeans and light loafers.

The energetic duo performed a total of 20 songs (!) mostly from God Games. Wishing they played Last Day of Magic, which is an absolute favourite of mine. 

Got lots of pictures and videos, check out the latter on the links in the Setlist below:

1. Kissy Kissy
2. U.R.A. Fever
3. Love and Tenderness
4. 103
5. Going to Heaven
6. Baby Says
7. New York
8. Wasterpiece
9. Kingdom Come
10. Hard Habit to Break
11. God Games
12. DNA
13. Black Balloon
14. LA Hex
15. Doing It to Death
16. Future Starts Slow

Encore:

1. Blank
2. Better Days
3. My Girls My Girls
4. Sour Cherry

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Valentine's Day 2024

This Valentine's Day Dotcito got me a flower bouquet, chocolate, some Elemis rose goodies and a Status Anxiety bag.

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PS. Use code ELEMISZ0S for 20% off. 

Dove Self-Tanning Range

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Dove kindly sent me a huge package containing their self-tanning range. 

I received the following products:

• Summer Revived Self-Tanning Body Lotion in Fair to Medium & Medium to Dark
• Summer Revived Face Cream in Fair to Medium & Medium to Dark
• Summer Revived Gradual Self-Tan Body Mousse in Fair to Medium & Medium to Dark
• Body Love Care + Radiant Glow Body Lotion

The Dove Self-Tanning range is ideal for beginners like me, as it is streak-proof and stain-free, so you don't have to worry about patchy results or ruining your clothes or bedding. 

The products are lightweight and moisturising, suitable for sensitive skin and can be used daily.

My favourite has to be the Body Love Care + Radiant Glow Body Lotion which features glow-enhancing minerals for an instant iridescent finish on the skin!

Have you tried the Dove Gradual Tanning range?

Find the Dove Self Tanning range at Superdrug and Boots.

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Too Faced Born This Way Concealer

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Just a week ago I received the Too Faced Born This Way Concealer*. 

This Multi-Use Sculpting Concealer promises to achieve Super Coverage and can be used 4 ways:

1. Conceal
2. Contour
3. Highlight 
4. Retouch

It is infused with Coconut Water, Alpine Rose & Hyaluronic Acid to hydrate and soothe the skin; it is non-comedogenic and oil free, long-wearing and available in 35 shades. 

I selected the shade Almond which is a great match for my facial skin. I can attest to the Super Coverage claims as it is highly pigmented and only a tiny amount is needed, it blends in nicely and looks undetectable on the skin, helping me camouflage redness and imperfections. 

The packaging is cute, with a frosted plastic bottle, black lid and gold detailing, which resembles a small foundation bottle. It contains 13.5 ml and has a PAO of 12 months, and as only a small amount is needed each time it will last a long time.

I don't wear foundation so this is a nice product to have should I wish for a bit of extra coverage when dealing with breakouts or black circles.

This was my first time trying Too Faced and I am very happy with this product so will be looking into trying more from this brand!

Find the Born This Way Concealer at Too Faced and Sephora.

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My Elemis Spring Essentials

Some of my Elemis (and other rose and pink) essentials:

• Pro-Collagen Rose Cleansing Balm: for gently cleansed, supple and soft skin
• Pro-Collagen Rose Facial Oil: moisturising, soothing and beautifully scented

Use code ELEMISZ0S for 20% off your next order✨

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PS. Join the Elemis Skinsiders program to receive free sponsored products.

CeraVe Hydrating Cream-to-Foam Cleanser

I received the CeraVe Hydrating Cream-to-Foam Cleanser from the Superdrug Community to test and review.

This Cleanser for normal to dry skin is designed to cleanse, hydrate and remove makeup while respecting the skin barrier thanks to 3 Essential Ceramides, Amino Acids and Hyaluronic Acid. 

Other notable ingredients include gentle surfactants, Glycerin, Salicylic Acid, Cholesterol, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Citric Acid and Phytosphingosine to further moisturise and gently exfoliate the skin.

The CeraVe Hydrating Cream-to-Foam Cleanser has a light, milky texture reminiscent of a moisturising lotion. It foams lightly and leaves my skin feeling very soft, smooth and gently moisturised. 

I am really enjoying this cleanser as it does not leave my skin feeling dry or tight after use.

Only a small amount is needed and as they kindly sent me the 473ml version it will last for absolute ages!

Find the CeraVe Hydrating Cream-to-Foam Cleanser at Superdrug and Sephora.

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PS. Join the Superdrug Community to receive free products to test and review!

Leather & Lace

Nuditta Dress // Nuditta T-Shirt // H&M Cardigan // Topshop Boots // Status Anxiety Bag

(Similar: Alpaca Cardigan, Suede Buckle Boots)

Nuditta kindly sent me a couple of items to style for my blog! I chose this Lace and Satin Chemise and styled it with their Ultra Soft Modal T-Shirt for a grunge inspired look. 

It still is freezing here in the UK so had to wear a cardigan with this look. I did brave the cold for a couple of pictures without it to show the beautiful lace and intricate strap detailing. 

I love the flowy fabric of this dress which is very well made and I am pleasantly surprised by the quality of the products I received. 

Use code NAVILLE for 10% off your next order✨

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