I was originally going to post this tomorrow but good ol' Sunday night reading and all that... I couldn't end the year without a favourites post. I've come across a lot of new products this year and rediscovered a few ones too. It's been a great year for product releases and a lot of new and rediscovered ideas have found their way onto the market; BB creams, nail art, temporary tattoos to name a few. These are my favourites with little explanations as to why.
Skin Care -
Make up remover: Super Facialist by Una Brennan Neroli Lift & Hydrate Facial Oil* I've been loving pre-cleansers this year and this one melts make up away whilst hydrating the skin.
Cleanser: Liz Earle Cleanse & Polish* A classic. Removes make up, exfoliates and hydrates the skin whilst still being extremely gentle.
Toner: Jurlique Citrus Purifying Mist* Such a refreshing mist that brightens the complexion.
Serum: Estee Lauder Perfectionist CP+R Wrinkle Lifting/Firming Serum* Leaves skin looking and feeling beautiful and I've also noticed a reduction in my scarring since using this.
Day Moisturiser: Clarins Multi Active Day Early Wrinkle Correction Cream I may only be 19 (nearly 20) but prevention is better than cure! Hydrating without being greasy.
Night Moisturiser: No7 Beautiful Skin Night Cream for normal/oily skin Adds the right amount of hydration to the skin overnight.
Night Moisturiser: No7 Beautiful Skin Night Cream for normal/oily skin Adds the right amount of hydration to the skin overnight.
Spot treatment: HoMedics Tanda Zap Acne Spot Clearing Device* Clears up spots within a few days, isn't drying and is a pleasure to use.
Face scrub: Neutrogena Visibly Clear Blackhead Eliminating Daily Scrub* Removes blackheads instantly and leaves skin looking and feeling refreshed.
Face mask: Liz Earle Brightening Treatment Mask* Quick and easy to use and leaves the skin looking like it's had a facial.
Body Care -
Fragrance: YSL Parisienne & Liz Earle Botanical Essence No 15* I couldn't choose just one! These are completely different but very lovely.
Body scrub: Soap & Glory Breakfast Scrub Smells incredible and does the job.
Gradual tan: Dove Summer Glow Nourishing Body Lotion* Doesn't streak, smells decent and adds a lovely glow/colour to the skin.
Self tan: Xen-Tan Dark Lotion Absolute Luxe* Doesn't streak, easy to apply, smells nice and lasts up to a week.
Body wash: Lush Shower Jellies Smell gorgeous and last a really long time. The scent lingers on the skin after use.
Moisturiser: Jergens Original Beauty Lotion* Sinks into the skin quickly, smells beautiful and hydrates without being greasy.
Hand wash: Burt's Bees Naturally Nourishing Milk & Shea Butter Hand Soap* Smells amazing and the packaging is lovely.
Hand cream: Renouve Anti-Ageing Every Day Defense* Hydrating, light, smooth, non-greasy and also a sanitizer.
Make Up -
Face primer: Super Facialist by Una Brennan Anti Shine Pore Minimiser* Makes make up last longer and gives you a pore-free, airbrushed look.
Foundation: Lancome Teint Idol Ultra 24hr Great coverage, easy to blend, comfortable and lasts all day.
Concealer: Collection 2000 Lasting Perfection Flawless coverage, lasts all day, doesn't cake.
Powder: 17 Shine Control Loose Powder Controls shine without looking "dead" matte.
Eye primer: Urban Decay's Primer Potion Perfection. Eye make up doesn't budge all day long.
Eyeshadow: Urban Decay Naked 2 Palette Beautiful colours, buttery soft, easy to blend.
Eye liner: Collection 2000 Extreme 24 Hour Felt Tip Liner Lasts all day, easy to use.
Mascara: No7 Exceptional Definition Mascara Versatile.
Bronzer: Liz Earle Natural Glow Bronzer* Natural looking and easy to blend.
Blush: Nars Outlaw* Warms the cheeks up beautifully.
Highlighter: No7 Deco Darling Loose Powder Highlighter* A gorgeous colour.
Lip care: Blistex Daily Lip Conditioner* Great prep to lipstick and tastes/smells nice.
Lipstick: Barbara Daly Cream Colour Lipstick in Tiger Lily* Allowed me to wear red lipstick! Great formula.
Lipgloss: Nivea Glamorous Gloss in Pink Sugar Natural, smells and tastes great.
Hair Care -
Shampoo: John Frieda Full Repair* Repairs the hair, doesn't weigh it down, great for everyday use.
Conditioner: John Frieda Full Repair* So moisturising but doesn't leave my hair greasy.
Hair masque: TRESemme Split Remedy Split Mend Intense Recovery Masque* Repairs the hair, smells nice and deeply hydrates.
Dry shampoo: Batiste Adds volume, clears up oil.
Hairspray: Schwarzkopf Got2b 2 Sexy Collagen Big Volume Hairspray* Smells incredible, volumising, lasts all day.
Heat Defence: TRESemme Heat Defence Styling Spray Doesn't leave my hair greasy.
Heat Defence: TRESemme Heat Defence Styling Spray Doesn't leave my hair greasy.
Mousse: Tigi Bed Head Totally Baked Hair Meringue* Smells, oh my god, so nice! Adds volume.
Serum: TRESemme Split Remedy Split Mend Sealing Serum* Repairs the ends without weighing it down.
Others -
Blogger: The Sunday Girl Great swatches, lovely lady and interesting, informative posts.
YouTuber: Tanya Burr at Pixi2woo Such a sweetheart who's kind hearted and great with make up.
TV Programme: Hollyoaks I've been loving this! Easy to watch.
Album: Justin Bieber - Believe Perfection.
Film: Friends with Benefits Makes me laugh, smile and cry all in one.
Book: The Hunger Games Trilogy Changed my life.
Book: The Hunger Games Trilogy Changed my life.
Moment: University Just, breathtaking.
So these are my favourites. What are your favourites? I'd also just like to say another thank you for standing by me this year and I look forward to 2013 with you all!
xxx
*PR Sample but a lot of these I've then gone on to repurchase/will repurchase as they are my favourites after all :)
xxx
*PR Sample but a lot of these I've then gone on to repurchase/will repurchase as they are my favourites after all :)