The brand that skincare dreams are made of branched out into colour cosmetics a few years back. Both of La Mer's foundations share many common features; both boast skincare benefits as they are formulated with the iconic miracle both, both contain an spf but neither have any flashback, both are long wearing and both make… Continue reading La Mer: Foundation Reviews
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Top to Toe: Sun Protection
I absolutely love feeling the sun on my skin so have been enjoying the heat wave that hit the U.K. this week. As we all know, it is especially important to use use SPF on sunny days. Here's how I protect myself from head to toe: Hair Many people don't think to protect their… Continue reading Top to Toe: Sun Protection
May Birchbox Review
With summer on the way this month's theme is 'spread your wings'. Here are my thoughts on the box: Lottie London Blush Crush I'm not generally a fan of powder blusher as I prefer the youthful look of cream blush. However this Zayn shade is so subtle and natural that I really like the way… Continue reading May Birchbox Review
Three Great: Lightweight Foundations
Now that autumn is upon us I'm using my full coverage Hourglass vanish stick foundation a lot, however temperatures hit the 20's today and I wanted something more sheer. Lightweight foundations are a great option for milder September days. Here are three that I like that also contain skincare benefits: BareMinerals Bare Skin Pure Brightening Serum… Continue reading Three Great: Lightweight Foundations
Game Face Beauty Box Review
This Estée Lauder brands beauty box is billed as the ultimate fresher's survival kit which contains products valued over £69 for the bargain price of just £25. I wish there was an affordable way for me to sample prestige beauty products back when I was a fresher (my student loan stretched to drugstore brands exclusively!).… Continue reading Game Face Beauty Box Review
Beach Beauty Essentials
With summer in full swing I've put together my top beauty picks for channeling beach goddess vibes. Whether you're hitting an actual beach or just want to look and smell like vacation here are my recommendations: Estée Lauder Bronze Goddess Skinscent Unadulterated beach goddess in a bottle. This heady blend of bergamot, warm amber, tiare… Continue reading Beach Beauty Essentials
Happy Birthday Birchbox
To celebrate birchbox turning 5 in the UK this month's theme is 'Tea Party'. Instead of the standard box I received this lovely 'birch-tin' which I will definitely repurpose as storage after using my goodies. Let's take a look inside: Whittards Tea Bags The most important component of any tea party comes courtesy of Whittards.… Continue reading Happy Birthday Birchbox
Birchbox Sale Mini Haul
I love having the opportunity to snap up some luxe for less, so couldn't resist a peek at the Birchbox summer sale!! Here's what I picked up: Verveine d'Huygens Body Milk This body milk was the first thing I put in my basket. I am a huge fan of Huygens and am obsessed with their… Continue reading Birchbox Sale Mini Haul
Three Great: Untinted Lip Balms
I love a sheer wash of colour on my lips, but untinted balms are great for natural lip looks and slathering on at night. Here are three of my favourites: Nuxe Rêve de Miel Ultra-Nourishing Lip Balm Everything about this balm screams luxe: its frosted glass pot, its heavenly citrusy scent, its fancy French name… Continue reading Three Great: Untinted Lip Balms
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