What I Use On.. My Eyes

My eyes have been really red and irritated recently so I've started to take greater care in my eye routine. Plus, I'm 19 now and my eye bags are starting to get worse - not good!

Lancome Bi-Facial - this is pretty much the best eye make up remover that I've ever tried. It dissolves make up instead of moving it around on the skin and it does it quickly. It's gentle on the eyes aswell. The only problem is that it leaves a residue behind so it's recommended that you wash the eye area with water afterwards to ensure that the residue doesn't affect your eye make up.

Liz Earle Smoothing Line Serum - I really love this serum. I also use it underneath my moisturiser sometimes but it's lovely on the eyes too. Very soothing and acts as a great primer.

Boots Essentials Eye Make Up Remover Gel - I alternate between this and the Bi-Facial because this is a lot more affordable. In a perfect world, I'd use the Bi-Facial every time I remove my eye make up but this is a great alternative. I also reviewed this product here. 

Skin Wisdom Instant Benefits Eye Roll On - This eye gel is very refreshing and great for in mornings as it brightens up the eye area and instantly makes my eye bags disappear. I also reviewed this product here.

Liz Earle Daily Eye Repair - A great all-rounder that I use every night before bed. You can see my full review of this product here.
What products do you use on your eyes?
xxx

HOLIDAY ESSENTIALS: Skincare

Here's the second in my Holiday Essentials series.. I hope you're liking it so far!

If you can't tell by this picture, I'm currently trying out a new skincare routine (which so far, I'm loving). This is Avene's Cleanance range which I will hopefully be writing more about in the coming weeks! On holiday, I'm taking their Gel (cleanser), Lotion (toner), Cleanance lotion (moisturiser) and TriAcneal (night moisturiser).

I'm also taking my trustly Pan Oxyl as this clears up spots pretty much instantly. It's a must have for me and I cannot be without it! I've also moved up a strength so it works even faster. I must stress that if you purchase this treatment, your skin will more than likely be dry after the first few uses. Please do persist though because once that first dryness has gone, it won't return!

Liz Earle's Superskin Concentrate is also coming with me just incase I end up with dry skin. This is really compact and small and perfect for travelling with so I really couldn't say no! I'm also taking my favourite eye cream, Skin Wisdom's Instant Benefits Eye Roll On. This depuffs my eyes and makes them look brighter and fresh. I love it!

What are your skincare must haves? I'm also thinking about taking some wipes but I'm not sure.. I might just buy some out there if I need any!

xxx

(this is the last of the series.. the scheduled post thing messed everything up)!

I'm Lovin' It!

Hey guys!

Sorry that I've been absent recently. I've been really busy sorting out university things and also holiday things as next Tuesday, I'm going abroad - really excited! So I thought I'd show you a few products that I'm currently loving.

Skin Wisdom Day Spa Very Enriched Ultra Rich Body Butter [Vanilla & Neroli] - £4.99

This rich body butter is perfect for dry skin sufferers. I've had a bad couple of weeks recently where the skin on my legs and ankles has been pretty dry and this body butter has solved all of my problems. It melts into the skin effortlessly and doesn't take long to completely sink in. It also smells absolutely beautiful - and the scent lingers! The tub is 300ml which is huge for the price!

Denise McAdam Moisture Master Intensive Moisture Masque - £3.50 [Tesco]

If you follow me on Twitter then you'll probably know that when I returned home from camping my hair had suffered badly. It was awfully dry which for me, was a shock considering my hair is usually oily. This hair masque saved my hairs life. You apply it for 2-3 minutes, rinse it off and wella! Perfect hair in an instant. After using this just once, my hair had restored to its natural form and it was full of life and glowing. I now use this 2-3 times a week!

Burt's Bees' Almond Milk Beeswax Hand Cream - £9.99

I love this product so much! It smells gorgeous - like Bakewell Tarts. This handcream also sinks into the hands pretty quickly which makes it perfect for when I'm driving. I do love the packaging.. very vintage and pretty. However, I wish Burt's Bees' did a smaller version that I could keep in the car. Don't worry though, I did decant some into a smaller tub so I always have it. My favourite handcream.

Skin Wisdom Instant Benefits Eye Roll On - £7.00 [Tesco]

I've always found it hard to find the 'perfect' eyecream. My eyes do get small bags under them and sometimes, they're hard to conceal with concealer alone. This eye roll on however works instantly. It cools the eyes and leaves them looking fresh and awake. I wouldn't be without it.

Blistex Raspberry Lemonade Blast - [Superdrug]

 You know I love lip balms right? Well this one is now my all time favourite. It's highly moisturising and gets rid of chapped lips straight away. Yet the best thing about this lip balm is the taste. Oh my, it tastes beautiful. Just like raspberries and lemonade - ha! Amazing. I carry it with me everywhere.

Liz Earle Sheer Skin Tint - £21.00

I reviewed this product here and yes, I'm still loving it. My #1 foundation at the moment!

Jerome Alexander Magic Mineral Powder - £19.99 [Giftset]

This pressed powder really does seem magical. It contains different coloured dots [see picture below] which all merge together to not only mattify the skin but also to conceal.  It brightens the complexion, dulls redness, conceals skin discolouration, camouflages yellow & pallid skin and also covers under and over eye areas. It really is that magically. The compact is pretty big and flimsy but it does contain a huge mirror which is a big bonus!

Collection 2000 Lasting Perfection Concealer - £4.19

I've gone back to my favourite concealer! This concealer is so cheap yet it has full coverage and a lot of pigmentation. It covers everything. My go-to concealer. I cannot praise it enough. Oh and it lasts all day.

Barbara Daly Lash Boost Mascara [Black] - £6.75 [Tesco]

I tweeted about this mascara whilst I was on holiday. I went in the sea and this mascara did not budge. I find that incredible. I honestly couldn't believe it! This mascara lengthens, thickens and curls my lashes and since I've been using it I have noticed that my lashes have become stronger.

Barbara Daly Eye Liner Polish [Dramatic Black] - [Tesco]

I find it really hard to use gel/cream eyeliners however, this one is perfect. It's really pigmented, glides onto the eye area and doesn't move until it's removed. Once again, I can't praise it enough. It's just perfect.

Jerome Alexander Magic Mineral Powder 

 Barbara Daly Eye Liner Polish [Dramatic Black]

Barbara Daly Lash Boost Mascara [Black]

What products have you been loving recently? I'd love to know!

xxx

CAMPING: Bodycare

Hey guys! I hope you're all okay? I hope that this post shows up because it's scheduled so I'm a little worried haha. Here is the second part in the Camping Series and this time, it's bodycare!

L-R Natural Collection Mango & Papaya Body Spray, Liz Earle Foot Spritzer, Skin Wisdom Day Spa Gingerlily & Orange Bath Gel, Ministry of Waxing Ice Cream, Avene Sun Lotion SPF 50+ & 20, Nivea Creme.

I haven't included deodorant here yet because at the time of writing this post, I was waiting to fetch some from Tesco! I was undecided on which body spray to take because I have so many but this was the one that had the most product left in. Of course, my Liz Earle Foot Spritzer is a must have.. I take it everywhere with me - it's perfect for cooling the feet and legs and also eliminates odours! This is my new body gel and I'm really excited to try this out as it smells so gorgeous. The Ice Cream and Nivea Creme are there to be used as body lotions and after sun.. they're both cooling and really add moisture to the skin. And of course, sun tan lotion! It's a must have and if I could only take one product away with me, it'd be that!

What are your must have body care products for camping/holidays?

xxx