Showing posts with label Skincare. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Skincare. Show all posts

Friday 15 March 2024

Yin Your Skin SALVA Cleansing Potion

Yin Your Skin skincare philosophy, inspired from the Korean beauty, relies on advanced techniques, yet very down-to-earth principles: magic exists and it can be achieved with a committed routine. The main principles of the Yin Your Skin skincare regime are to optimise the skin’s own moisture-fat balance, boost the immune defence system, maintain the pH balance, provide plenty of hydration and adopt optimal application techniques and gua sha massage. Anyone who reads my blog will know that I love cleansers in all forms, so this one really excited me.
Yin Your Skin SALVA Cleansing Potion
Yin Your Skin SALVA Cleansing Potion is designed by Katja Kokko and designed and made in small batches in Finland. The brands philosophy, the number of products is always chosen according to the skin’s unique needs. All of the ingredients used are sustainably sourced and carefully hand-picked for your best experience.  

Described as being a charismatic and holistic cleansing balm for all skin types, it has a rally soft, creamy texture which comes from the combination of cucumber seed oil and tamanu oil – which work effectively to balance and soothe the skin. Added to that is Green clay which brings brightening and deep cleansing effects to the skin.
Yin Your Skin SALVA Cleansing Potion
Yin Your Skin SALVA Cleansing Potion
To use you need to only apply a pea-sized amount onto dry face and neck and then massage carefully with damp fingers for around a minute and which point, the balm turns into a full-bodied cream. As you massage onto the skin, this balm melts effortlessly to cleanse and it rinses off with just as much ease using warm water.

I love the philosophy behind Yin Your Skin and that it replaces the term anti-aging with healthy aging, something more brands could learn to do.   You can find out more about the brand and this Skin Salva Cleansing potion here, priced at €78.00.







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Friday 26 January 2024

Ipsum Skin - An introduction

Let me intoduce you to an incredible brand I was very lucky to be introduced to in 2023 - Ipsum. You might have seen me rave about them, for good reasons, over on my Instagram, but honesty, it is such a beautiful brand.
Ipsum Skin - An introduction
Created by Janet who has an incredible background and insight into beauty, Ipsum has been designed to offer luxurious, clean and pure skin care that will ensure you achieve your very best skin. Using only uses certified organic, pure and natural native plant oils, esters and waxes to protect the bio-diversity of the planet and to avoid introducing unnecessary chemicals into the skincare routine.

The brand has a catalogue of products for the face and body and depending on your want and need, everything is here.

The first product I tried was the award winning Ipsum Best Skin Cleansing Oil Balm, of course and it comes packaged in a squeezy recyclable tube.  I am a huge fan of cleansing balms, so you won't be surprised to learn this was the first product I chose to use.

This Cleansing Oil Balm, which is light and airy when used, is made with a delicate vegetable formulation to nourish your skin while lemon myrtle helps unclog and tighten pores. Then with the inclusion of Sandalwood, it helps heal and soothe the skin with its anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and antimicrobial properties. What I like about this balm is how it manages to remove absolutely everything in its path and leaves my skin feeling soft and smooth to the touch.

The light and uplifting fragrance of both the lemon myrtle and sandalwood are really refreshing and invigorating.   

If you are a fan of facial oils, which I am, then Ipsum has some absolutely beautiful oils to choose from, three of them in fact - Nourishing, Intense Treatment and Enriching.
Ipsum Skin - An introduction
Starting with Ipsum Best Skin Nourishing Face Oil, the one I have taken to using most regularly, you get an oil which is made up of a nurturing and nourishing blend of 19 pure and organic plant oils, including Meadowfoam Seed, Raspberry Seed, Jobjoba and Carrot tissue with Australian grown and harvested oils including Macadamia Nut oil and Sandalwood. Together they offer a complex array of skin-boosting antioxidants and vitamins together with anti-inflammatory and moisturising properties to soothe, restore and help protect skin’s natural healthy glow.  

Again, it is the fragrance from Lavender, Sandalwood and Rose helps Nourishing Face Oil reduce feelings of fatigue and stress as it gently calms your skin.

Next comes the Ipsum Best Skin Face Oil Intense Treatment and this oil is described as being a luxurious, supercharged concentrate of 23 pure, organic native plant oils, rich in omega fatty acids, vitamins C, E, B6,1,3,2 and polyphenol antioxidants, for a rejuvenating, hydrating and skin-protecting intensive treatment. With this oil you have the deeply- nourishing and restorative power of plant oils including Buriti, Marula, Frankincense and Tomato Fruit extract with Australian grown and harvested botanicals. Then the inclusion of Lilly Pilly, a rich source of vitamin C and fruit acids with a high antioxidant content helps stimulate collagen production and brighten skin tone, Rosalina for its nurturing, soothing and healing properties which helps stimulate the immune system and finally Fragonia which offers powerful antibacterial and antimicrobial benefits to skin and to the respiratory system and helps maintain the body’s own melatonin production which regulates the circadian rhythm.

This oil is for use at night time and it works as you sleep to not only relax and rejuvenate but to also keep the skin supple, hydrated and protected.

The final facial oil is the Ipsum Best Skin Enriching Face Oil and this one is a nutrient-rich and powerful blend of 24 pure and organic plant oils that infuse skin with vital vitamins, minerals and antioxidants to rejuvenate, reignite and then maintain skin’s natural radiance. The formulation is super-powered by naturally- derived CoQ10 – essential for collagen production and to help maintain elasticity.  This oil uses a formulation of some incredible botanical oils which includes Olive Fruit, Hempseed, Rosehip, Apricot, Seabuckthorn and Pomegranate as well as Australian grown and harvested ingredients including Kakadu Plum Seed oil - the richest source of skin-loving and skin-brightening vitamin C and Macadamia Nut oil which is renowned for its super-moisturising and regenerative properties.  Perfect for skin that is both oily and dry skin types because it regulates natural lipid production and returns skin to its perfect balance.

Each one of these facial oils is incredible and whether you are a regular user of oils or are curious about how they work with your skin, one or all of these you will just love.

Moving onto the Ipsum Best Skin Body Oil Patchouli Rose, it is hard to not love this oil, if only for its wonderful warm earthy fragrance.
Ipsum Skin - An introduction
Again, this oil uses uses a warming and calming blend of 19 pure and organic plant oils, richly- scented with Patchouli and Rose, each carefully formulated to smooth and massage easily all over the body. As soon as the body oil comes into contact with your skin, it absorbs instantly leaving your skin dry to touch without any form of oily residue being left on your skin and impressively, there is no sit to sit around and wait for it to sink into the skin, you can apply, massage and dress immediately. This oil is perfect to use both day and night depending on your preference and the inclusion of nurturing botanical blend such as Avocado, Grapeseed, Argan and Jojoba oils plus Australian grown and harvested Davidson Plum Fruit extract are rich in skin-boosting antioxidants as well as Macadamia Nut oil which works to deeply nourish as you massage in.

I love a good eye cream and there is always one within my routine, so I am delighted that Ipsum has their Best Skin Eye Oil Balm.
Ipsum Skin - An introduction
As this is a product for the skin around your eyes, it is really lightweight and melts on contact with the skin. As you might have guessed by now, this product also features a whole host of ingredients and they include a complex and concentrated blend of plant oils and esters, rich in potent polyphenols, antioxidants, peptides and skin-loving vitamins including A, C and E, to deeply nourish, smooth, de-stress, de-puff and brighten the delicate skin of the eye area. So we have Collagen-boosting, antioxidant-rich Bakuchiol which helps to refine and smooth skin texture, Australian Banksia which strengthens capillaries and reduces the appearance of dark circles and it  works with Cucumber extract which has been included to soothe and reduce puffiness. Squalane helps to calm, moisturise and rehydrate skin as Carrot Seed oil, Rosehip oil and Australian Macadamia Seed oil deeply nourish and fortify skin back to healthy radiance.

On the skin, this balm is really soothing and for anyone who finds eye creams can irritate their under-eye, this absolutely does not do that. For me, it leaves my eyes looking for wide-awake, refreshed and hydrated.

The final product I have to share is one of my favourites and that is the Ipsum Lip Oil Balm, another product I have shared on Instagram a few times.
Ipsum Skin - An introduction
Described as being luxuriously rich and conditioning blend of pure and organic native plant oils, esters and waxes to instantly soothe and smooth lips with long-lasting, intense nourishment. With a light scent of rose, this balm uses a unique blend of hydrating and moisturising plant oils including Tomato Fruit extract which has high levels of skin-nurturing vitamins, then we have antioxidant lycopene to protect skin, Pomegranate Seed oil to heal and regenerate skin and finally Australian grown and harvested Macadamia oil to deeply nourish, protect and repair. The overall aim being to leave the lips comforted, feeling soft and supple as well as looking smooth and hydrated.

As you can see, this balm is in a little pot, though it is also sold in a squeezy tube and I carry this pot in my bag so I have it with me and I also bought a second one to use on my lips at night.  

So that is an introduction to Ipsum Skincare, a brand I cannot rave about enough and one I know we will see big things from over the next year or two!





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Wednesday 24 January 2024

An introduction to AIVA skincare

Meet Aiva Skincare, a brand that is said to bring you the effortlessly simple and minimalist beauty secrets of Finland, infused with love.  I was kindly sent 'The Duo' and Aiva Sun SPF20.
An introduction to AIVA skincare
Aiva and their skincare is all about ease and simplicity, they love their multi-use products that honour your skin's natural functions and take into account the fact we all know our own skin and its needs, so creating products that are designed to support your skin's natural barrier, they have everything you might need when it comes to moisturising, nourishing, and maintaining balance.

The first product within 'The Duo' is The Oil and with this, not only can you cleanse and moisturise, you can also use it for massages too. 

Described as being a luxurious, supple multi use organic care oil, it is one which absorbs effortlessly to leave the skin feeling nourished with a soothing, protected layer.  It is non-greasy and leaves behind no residue and is packed full of amazing ingredients which includes: 

Hero Ingredients

  • Organic cold-pressed Northern Bilberry Seed (Nordic Wild Blueberry) Oil - said to be one of the most powerful natural antioxidants. It contains vitamins and flavonoids which work to protect the skin from the damaging effects of environmental pollution, oxidation, and premature cell ageing. plus the omega fatty acids and phytotensins work to nourish, moisturise and soothe the skin, helping to relieve inflammation while keeping the skin supple, supporting the skin's collagen.
  • Organic Northern Sea Buckthorn Oil -  helps to protect the skin and promote its regeneration, thanks in part to the Provitamin A it contains.
  • Organic cold-pressed virgin Jojoba Oil - helps to moisturise without making skin oily. The composition of Jojoba Oil is similar to that of the skin’s sebum, which helps the skin stay balanced.
  • Organic cold-pressed Olive Oil  - contains several effective antioxidants such as Vitamin E, polyphenols and phytosterols. Moisturises and smoothes the skin. Vitamin E supports the skin as it matures.
  • Organic cold pressed Apricot Kernel Oil - a deeply nourishing, luxurious, lightweight, non-irritating and soothing oil that moisturise and smooth out dryness. Excellent omega fatty acid ratio that suits even acne-prone skin. It’s Vitamins A, E and C helps to clarify the skin’s tone and complexion, promoting a natural glow.
As well as The Oil being used to cleanse, moisturise, nourish and protect you can also mix it with The Cream to make both face and body masks too.  What I love about this oil is that it doesn't feel like an oil on the skin, it reminds me of a serum as it absorbs into the skin and it leaves no trace behind that it was on your skin, but notably after using there is an instant softness to the touch.

The second product within 'The Duo' is The Cream and it is described as being a protective, nourishing and balancing antioxidant cream that leaves your skin feeling well, good and hydrated. 

As with the oil, this is a multi-functional use cream and it not only is it perfect for being used under makeup but because it is so lightweight and absorbs really quickly, it can be mixed with the oil to act as a face mask or body lotion and it is suitable for those with even the most sensitive of skin.  Again, as with the oil, this cream is infused with a whole host of hero ingredients which includes:

Hero Ingredients
  • Organic Northern Sea Buckthorn Extract  - this helps to protect the skin and promote its regeneration, thanks in part to the Provitamin A it contains. 
  • Organic cold-pressed virgin Jojoba Oil  - this helps to moisturise without making skin oily. The composition of Jojoba Oil is similar to that of the skin’s sebum, which helps the skin stay balanced.
  • Organic antioxidant Black Tea  - this helps protect and soothe the skin, reducing impurities and inflammation. The polyphenols contained in tea are effective antioxidants that help prevent the damage caused by environmental pollution including UV light. Its caffeine content revives the skin and acts as natural astringent.
  • Vanillin - used for its pleasant aroma which helps keep the composition aromatically soothing.
The cream is a delight to use, either on its own or mixed with the oil, the latter being my favourite way to use it.  On the skin, the cream is one of the lightest I have used in a very long time.

The Oil and The Cream are available together as a set, The Duo, for £59.

The final product I have to share is The Sun SPF 20, which also comes as an SPF, if you prefer. Described as being a high-quality discreet sunscreen for face and body and it delivers  100% natural physical, reflective protection, no chemical preservatives or nanoparticles.  

The unique Borealis Beauty Sun Blend composition is a mixture of natural and organic ingredients alongside mineral filters, which are scientifically proven to protect against both UVA and UVB rays. The sea buckthorn extract, vitamins C and E contained in the cream help to keep the skin in good condition when exposed to sunlight and prevent the skin from drying out.  It is very lightly perfumed (vanilla extract) but will not cause photo-sensitivity and is extremely safe and suitable for use on sensitive skins and impressively safe for use from the age of 3.

What I am enjoying about using this SPF is aside from not leaving a white cast on the skin, it absorbs really easily and does work quite well as a base product for makeup!

AIVA Skincare is such a lovely brand to get to know and I am already looking forward to seeing what comes next!




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Monday 22 January 2024

Retinal ReSculpt™ Overnight Treatment - Murad

Retinoids is an ingredient that many of us are familiar with and it is one which has become a really popular skincare ingredient especially in serums and eye creams. It is said the benefits of retinoids include improving the appearance of pigmentation, increasing skin cell turnover as well as helping with the skin’s overall texture - all of which we look for when purchasing products. From Murad, the Retinal ReSculpt™ Overnight Treatment claims to help smooth wrinkles and improve elasticity and I could not wait to try it.
Retinal ReSculpt™ Overnight Treatment - Murad
I am already a fan of the Murad Retinol Youth Renewal Range, so I really could't wait to try this product, which has rave reviews everywhere.  Retinal, a form of retinoid that's considered to be more potent than traditional retinol, works to enhance skin's firmness, texture, and overall radiance. Packaged inside a green glass bottle with a silver pump applicator, this is a product that you use as part of your night time routine, after cleansing.  On the skin, the serum has a really lovely, soft silky smooth feel to it and it absorbs really quickly when applied.  

There is so tingling or stinging when it is applied and there is no oily residue left on the skin, that said, if you are thinking about trying a product like this for the first time, it is always wise to patch test and gradually build up your usage.
Retinal ReSculpt™ Overnight Treatment - Murad
Retinal ReSculpt™ Overnight Treatment - Murad
As always with Murad products, there is an impressive list of key ingredients alongside the retinal which includes blemish-balancing oat lipids, moisture promoting alpha glucan and calming olive leaf extract, which also work to counter dryness and irritation.

Now this is an expensive product priced at £105 but my gosh it is so so good and it leaves my skin feeling so soft and hydrated with no drying, itching or tingling. The results speak for themselves and whilst I don't have deep set wrinkles, I am keen to keep them at bay for what is as long as possible.



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Sunday 14 January 2024

L'Occitane Almond and Flowers Collection

The L'Occitane Almond Collection is the best ever collection and anyone who reads my blog will know tht I adore it.  In recent weeks there have been a few new launches to L'Occitane which I have shared and am sharing. The Shea Sparking Leaves Collection, I have raved about in this post and today is another new launch and it is the L'Occitane Almond and Flowers Collection.
L'Occitane Almond and Flowers Collection
Described as being a mouth-watering fragrance where the subtle scent of almond is intertwined with olive blossom and citrus scents, the L'Occitane Almond and Flowers Collection is simply beautiful. Made up of a Shower Oil, Bath Cube, Hand Cream and Milk Concentrate the packaging is as stunning as the products themselves.

Starting with the Almond and Flowers Shower Oil (£19.50), which as you can expect is designed to help hydrate and nourish the skin all day long. As with its sister oil, when this shower oil comes into contact with water, it transforms from an oil into a sheer milky lotion to gently cleanse the body. Enriched in almond and olive oil,not only does it help to keep skin moisturised it also leaves behind the most subtle floral scent, where the notes of almond intertwine with the fresh notes of olive blossom and citruses such as Neroli.

The second product is the Almond and Flowers Milk Concentrate (£44) and one body care product I am guaranteed to use is a L'Occitane body product, they're somewhat addictive and I make my way through a lot of refills.

This Milk Concentrate has a luxuriously rich texture and is just a delight to use. Again it is enriched in the same softening and moisturising almond and olive oil. Its job is to deliver long-lasting hydration to the skin as well as to improve suppleness, and smooth the skin. On conact with the skin, it absorbs quickly and leaves behind a slightly stronger scent that the Shower Oil gives, and again it is that comforting notes of almond alongside those fresh notes of olive blossom and citruses.

Then finally I have the Almond and Flowers Delicious Hands (£9) and it is described as being a light hand cream that has a delicately perfumed floral gourmand scent.

No L'Occitane collection is complete without a hand cream and this one is beautiful to use. It is described as being a hand cream which embellishes the skin and softens the cuticles, whilst at the same time enveloping them with a floral gourmand scent. Again, those same fragrance notes which are present in the Milk Concentrate and the Shower Oil are present in the hand cream, so you get the notes of almond intertwined with the fresh notes of olive blossom and citruses.  On the hands, the silky smooth texture is fast absorbing and non-greasy or tacky, it leaves behind a wonderful lingering scent on the skin.

This collection is on sale now with L'Occitane and it is, as you would expect to find Vegan-friendly and made as sustainably as possible.




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Thursday 11 January 2024

Emma Hardie Vitamin C Radiance Gel Moisturiser

If you cant get enough of the Emma Hardie Moringa Cleansing Balm because it is so fabulous, then you will need to be adding the newly launched Emma Hardie Vitamin C Radiance Gel Moisturiser to your list!
Emma Hardie Vitamin C Radiance Gel Moisturiser
The Vitamin C Radiance Gel Moisturiser has been formulated to brighten, boost glow and even skin tone, whilst at the same time, hydrating and protecting the skin. Packaged in a stunning gold jar, it is a product that really stands out.

Luxurious with its texture, this cream has a wonderful gel-like consistency that isn't sticky or tacky and as you massage it into your skin and as you might expect, it is formulated with a host of amazing ingredients which includes - niacinamide, red algae and PhytoSpherix™ to enhance the skin’s natural barrier and to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Grapeseed and Sea Buckthorn oils to nourish the skin, giving it that radiant and more youthful complexion and what it aims to do is:
  • Help reduce pigmentation and dark spots
  • Even out skin tone
  • Boost radiance and glow
  • Hydrate and protect
Plus and for me, the most interesting ingredient is the Collagen Stimulating Factor MAP and it is described as being an encapsulated stable Vitamin C which stimulates collagen production and cell regeneration to improve elasticity. This ingredient is also known as a skin lightening agent and is great for anti-ageing, reduces wrinkles and helps mature skin.
Emma Hardie Vitamin C Radiance Gel Moisturiser
This Vitamin C Radiance Gel Moisturiser does come with its own spatula, so no need to be sticking your fingers directly into the pot and the use of the spatula means you get enough product, as advised to massage into your skin.

Designed to be used both morning and evening as part of your skincare routine, Emma Hardie advises that for the best results, it should be used alongside the Vit C Serum for intensified results, but always applying the serum first because it is lighter.

Priced at £53, you can find the Emma Hardie Vitamin C Radiance Gel Moisturiser on sale now.







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Friday 5 January 2024

Temple Spa Easy Glowing Vitamin C Facial Cleanser

The latest launch from Temple Spa is their Easy Glowing Vitamin C Facial Cleanser (£28) and it is designed to instantly brighten up your cleansing regime.
Temple Spa Easy Glowing Vitamin C Facial Cleanser
I have long been a huge fan of the Temple Spa In The Beginning Cleanser which is just magnificent and this product is right up there with one of the best products I have used from them.

A melting silky-gel cleanser, when applied to the skin, it transforms from a gel to an oil as you massage and then finally into a beautiful hydrating milk which works to effectively remove makeup, daily grime and all without stripping the skin to leave it feeling taut and dry.  

As always from Temple Spa, this cleanser is packed full of ingredients that look after your skin.  So using a host of antioxidant, nutrient-rich oils and vitamins A, C and E which balance the skin, plus natural prebiotic sugars from dragon fruit really makes this cleanser a radiance-boosting daily must-have. Alongside that is the inclusion of the botanical extracts of 
  • blood orange - For its mild, natural exfoliating properties from the citric and malic acid to help the skin to glow,
  • mango - rich in vitamins A and C as well as magnesium and potassium, it helps to smooth and revitalise the skin,
  • tomato - rich in beta carotene and vitamin C, it helps to control excess sebum
  • broccoli - rich in minerals and vitamins, the antioxidants help to fight off free-radicals.
As well as a healthy dose of astaxanthin, an algae derived, bright red pigment which has a rich source of carotenoids and antioxidants. for the skin, astaxanthin benefits include protecting the skin from free radicals, hyperpigmentation and increasing skin elasticity. Then we have the inclusion of Seabuckthorn Oil which helps to maintain a healthy skin barrier and regulate natural oil levels.

what I really love, aside from the texture of this cleanser is that there is a wonderful aroma of sweet orange oil which really helps to boost and uplift your mood, a perfect morning cleanser to get you ready for the day.






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Thursday 4 January 2024

Murad Targeted Correctors

When it comes to Murad skincare products, there is something quite special about them, ticking the boxes they promise and one of my all time favourite products is the Murad Vita C Triple Exfoliating Facial.  New to my stash is the Murad Targeted Correctors, all three of them described as being instant fixes for those troublesome skin concerns.
Murad Targeted Correctors
Following the successful launch of the Murad Targeted Wrinkle Corrector, which I've shared below, it has now been partnered with two further correctors to complete the trio - the Targeted Eye Depuffer and the Targeted Pore Corrected.

Starting with the Targeted Eye Depuffer (£64/15ml) it is described as being an eye-awakening, microcurrent-inspired treatment visibly depuffs and firms with every use—and tightens over time for lasting results.
Murad Targeted Correctors
Murad Targeted Correctors
This multi-action eye treatment works to both instantly brighten and cool and when used over time, it also visibly tightens, tones and depuffs for lasting results.  As it is a treatment for the eyes, it comes packaged in an elongated tube with a metal applicator and that alone is soothing without the inclusion of the amazing list of ingredients:
  • Microcurrent-inspired Amino Acid Peptide - visibly tones, lifts and brightens under-eyes and lids
  • Ginseng, Lily and Caffeine - come together to visibly reduce the intensity of under-eye bags
  • Light-Reflecting Complex - Instantly brightens and illuminates under-eyes and lids
To use, you simply squeeze out a really small bit of the cream and then using the metal applicator, gently massage it into the skin around the eyes, it takes no longer than 5-10 seconds to complete and as someone who seems to have these dark circles, this is quite the miracle worker, it instantly brightens and those small shimmery particles which are part of the Light-Reflecting Complex work their magic but the clue is in what Murad says - you need to use it over time for long-lasting results, it isn't an instant fix, but I already love it.

The second product is the Targeted Pore Corrector (£49/15ml) and this is described as being a bio-tech treatment that virtually erases the look of pores with every use—and decreases pore count over time.
Murad Targeted Correctors
Murad Targeted Correctors
We all know that you cannot shrink the size of your pores, despite claims from numerous brands that you can, they're genetic, it is part of who you are... however, what you can do is target the causes and issues that make them appear bigger and this is where this Targeted Pore Corrector comes in.

With its specially designed applicator, the use of a potent bio-tech copper amino acid blend targets the loss of pore elasticity, something Murad state is a root cause of oversized pores, so pores look smoother and smaller the more you use it.  Again, this isn't a magic fix, it is a product you need to use consistantly to get the results promised and as with the Targeted Eye-Depuffer, it comes with a host of magical ingredients:
  • Copper amino acid biotechnology -  delivers a multi-targeted approach to reduce the appearance of pores . This blend has a Patent-pending!​
  • Soybean extract - Smooths skin and reduces the appearance of dilated pores, ​
  • Ginger extract - Potent antioxidant helps balance skin to reduce shine over time,
  • Soft Focus Complex - Delivers unbeatable blurring benefits to make large, dilated pores practically undetectable.
As well as helping to decongest the skin, this corrector also mattifies, so for someone like me who has combination-oily skin, it is really worth its use for that alone. Again the advice when using this is to very gently squeeze out the tiniest amount of Targeted Pore Corrector and then tap directly onto enlarged pores gently with applicator tip, the important part being to gently tap and then once you are finished dab excess cream into skin using your fingertips and leave it to dry completely to see results.  I am quite intrigued to see how this one works, I don't have overly large pores, but I do notice a few of the ones I do have and that is where my concentration with this is.

Then finally where it all began with the Targeted Wrinkle Corrector (£76/15ml) and it is described as being a powerful peptide-meets-hyaluronic treatment virtually erases the look of wrinkles by visibly smoothing and reducing wrinkle intensity instantly, just the tonic for those times when you can’t make it to the derm for a filler.
Murad Targeted Correctors
Murad Targeted Correctors
This corrector can be used for a whole host of lines and wrinkles that bother you which includes:
  • Elevens/between the brows (glabella lines)
  • Forehead lines
  • Crow’s feet/orbital bone
  • Sides of mouth
  • Top of mouth
Again, it comes packaged in a squeezy tube and features a metal applicator, which when it comes into contact with the skin is instantly soothing and is packed full of amazing ingredients which includes:
  • Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 - helps to boost elasticity and to prevent the formation of future wrinkles which are typical with repeated facial expressions
  • Bioavailable Hyaluronic Acid - Intensely hydrates to plump and smooth the skin as well as to reduce wrinkle intensity
  • Plant-Derived Squalene - Prevents moisture loss to help the skin resist future wrinkles
Again the advice when using this is to very gently squeeze out the tiniest amount of Targeted Wrinkle and then tap directly onto the areas you want to target, but gently with applicator tip, the important part being to gently tap and then once you are finished dab excess cream into skin using your fingertips and leave it to dry.

All of these Targeted Correctors from Murad are not designed to give you an instant fix, they are very clear on this, you need to use them consistently to get the results you need and want to see.


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Thursday 21 December 2023

Environ Clarity+ Celebration Trio Gift Set

Environ is a professional skincare brand that is built on science, beauty and care. Their belief is that skin has a life and that Vitamin A, a cornerstone ingredients for this brand, is the Oxygen needed to look beautiful. 
Environ Clarity+ Celebration Trio Gift Set
If you have never come as Environ as a brand, which often features in Beauty Advent Calendars, then there are a whole host of gist sets to become acquainted with and the one I am sharing is the Environ Clarity+ Celebration Trio Set. Described as being the ideal collection for anyone who suffers from oily skin, acne conditions and breakouts.  Featuring a trio of products which are designed to:
  • Help to reduce breakouts.
  • Improve the texture and tone of blemish-prone skin.
  • Leave your skin looking and feeling healthier.
In essence, what this kit gives you is a simple to follow skincare routine and to achieve all of the above.

Starting with the Clarity+ Sebu-Wash Gel Cleanser 150ml - Or phase one as environ refer to it. This foaming and mattifying cleanser features Alpha and Beta Hydroxy Acids that work to gently remove excess surface oils and environmental debris - all without drying out your skin skin and helping it to retain its acid value. Ideal for use both morning and evening as part of this routine.

Phase two within this routine is the Clarity+ Sebu-ACE Lotion (60ml) - This is a non-oily lotion which works to reduce breakouts whilst at the same time improving the texture and tone of blemish-prone skin. Using a combination of lactic acid and moisturisers, the lotion will leave your skin feeling softer and smoother to the touch. Again, it isn't drying on the skin and again, can be used both morning and evening.

Then finally we have the Clarity+ Sebu-ACE Oil 60ml - This product should be used in conjunction with the lotion above in equal parts and again, it is non-greasy and it is formulated with a combination of botanicals, Lactic Acid and vitamins A, C and E that work to control the appearance of breakouts which in turn leaves your skin looking and feeling healthier.

This is such a great gift set for anyone who is looking to have a simple and easy to follow skincare routine and one which is highly effective. It is worth £110.00 but is on sale for just £76 and it features




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Wednesday 20 December 2023

Seoulista Supercharged Cryo Powered Daily Skin System Gift Set

Meet the Supercharged Cryo Recovery Daily Skin System by Seoulista, the beauty gift for anyone who wants kooky and fun plus it is an absolute bargain too! Over the past few years, ive shared some great gifts from Seoulista, but I think this is my favourite so far.
Seoulista Supercharged Cryo Powered Daily Skin System Gift Set
Designed to help you to maintain a fresh and glowing complexion, this kit features everything you need for that pre or post party prep and is perfect for parched, dry and dehydrated skin.

The gift set itself features a Hydration Super Serum, the Cryo Cool Skin Tool and a handy headband to keep hair free of your face as you relax and pamper yourself. It is worth noting that these products can be purchased separately and there is a host of other serums that can also be purchased.
Seoulista Supercharged Cryo Powered Daily Skin System Gift Set
Starting with the Cryo Cool Skin Tool which uses the power of cryo-technology to soothe, depuff, and lift the complexion for a healthy glow. This innovative device also helps to soothe irritation, reduce the appearance of pores, and the most obvious for anyone who likes the use of cryotherapy, is to encourage lymphatic drainage to help reduce puffiness.

Lightweight in design, the Cryo Tool has thick aluminium cooling plates which remain icy cool to the touch, even if the device is stored at room temperature. 
Seoulista Supercharged Cryo Powered Daily Skin System Gift Set
When the device is placed on the skin, the coldness of the plates constricts the blood vessels which causes your blood to rush away from the surface, this in turns helps with improving circulation and as new blood returns renewed with fresh nutrients to help brighten and firm the complexion for a healthy glow.

As mentioned, this Cryo Tool is designed to be used alongside a Seoulista Serum, so there is a choice of Brightening Super Serum, Calming Super Serum and Hydration Super Serum, the latter is the one I have been using.
Seoulista Supercharged Cryo Powered Daily Skin System Gift Set
The Seoulista Hydration Super Serum has been created by dermatologists and it is described as being a lightweight serum that penetrates the deeper layers of the skin to help stimulate the production of collagen, while larger molecules bind together to moisturise the skin’s surface.

You can choose to use this serum on its own without the Cryo Tool, but it is less fun!  So having cleansed your skin as part of your usual skincare routine, you simply remove the handle from top of the tool and then insert the serum bottle into the space by turning it clockwise to ensure it is fully secure. Once you have done this, you simply press the button to dispense a perfect pea-sized amount of serum and then you simply massage the face with the tool until the serum is fully absorbed.
Seoulista Supercharged Cryo Powered Daily Skin System Gift Set
Perfect for use in the morning to help to de-puff and awaken the skin and also great to use when your skin is feeling hot and irritated to help minimise inflammation and reduce redness.

Currently on offer with Boots for just £30 instead of £38 it makes a great gift and you can your hands on it right now.




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Monday 18 December 2023

Murad Christmas Gift Guide 2023

If you are a fan of the Murad skincare range, which of course I am, then for 2023 there is a whole host of superb Christmas Gift Sets and I am sharing two of them with you.
Murad Christmas Gift Guide 2023
In recent years I have shared some amazing Murad products on this blog which includes the Murad City Skin Age Defense SPF50 PA++++ and in the coming weeks I have some Murad newness scheduled to share, so keep your eyes peeled for that!

The first gift set on my blog is called The Glow Infusers (£21.75) and inside the set, you get 2 travel size products that are ideal for trying something new or taking with you on the go.
Murad Christmas Gift Guide 2023
The first product is the Essential-C Cleanser and this is a vitamin-rich product described as being an energising cleanser that washes away impurities without over-drying skin. Packed with a whole host of ingredients, you will find the antioxidant properties of vitamins A, C and E which help to defend skin from free radical damage. Then to help to encourage healthy hydration levels comes moisture-binding sodium PCA and soothing allantoin which grant a soft and supple finish for the skin. This cleanser is also infused with Mandarin orange, basil and grapefruit scents for that uplifting sense of feeling.

The second product within this set is the Vita-C Glycolic Serum and Murad describes this serum as being their gold-stabilised vitamin C and glycolic acid treatment for radiant, healthier-looking skin. This potent antioxidant works to shield against the damage wrought by everyday aggressors as it works to lessen dark spots and recover luminosity, vitamin C both protects and perfects your complexion. Using three main ingredients, the first is Gold-stabilised Vitamin C which delivers higher antioxidant defense and is highly bio-available for increased absorption, but more importantly it ensures the stability and potency of vitamin C in skin. Then we have Glycolic Acid which removes the dulling surface cells to enhance vitamin C delivery before finally Phyto-Luminescent Extract transforms UV into a source of light that radiates directly from the skin.

The second gift set is the Murad 24-Hour Hydrators (£53) and this kit features a 3-piece set made up of one full-sized product and 2 travel sized products that helps skin attract and hold more moisture for a dewy glow. 

Murad Christmas Gift Guide 2023
Starting with one of my favourite Murad products and that is the AHA/BHA Exfoliating Cleanser. This is a creamy, 2-in-1 cleanser which uses 3 skin-smoothing acids which are:
  • Salicylic acid - a penetrating beta hydroxy acid which works to unclog pores and control excess sebum,
  • Lactic acid - a gentle AHA with is used for its moisturising properties,
  • Glycolic acid - which works to melt the bonds between dead skin cells).
On this skin, this creamy cleanser is delightful to use because whilst it isn't overly abrasive and harsh on the skin, it does an amazing job at removing the dead and dry skin cells without drying out the skin.

The second product within this set is the Revitalixir Recovery Serum visibly refreshes and renews vibrancy. Its  calming and corrective formula inhibits stress signals and thereby helps to smooth lines, reduce under-eye puffiness and dark circles, all while restoring your skin's natural radiance.  I have a full review of this serum right here.

The last product within this gift set is the Hydro-Dynamic Ultimate Moisture is a rich, but not greasy cream which has proven to instantly comfort, smooth and plump skin with moisture.  Infused with the likes of avocado, sunflower and olive fruit oils which work together alongside shea butter they not only strengthen your skin’s natural protective barrier but also help to restore suppleness.

So there you two offering from Murad for this Christmas and both are on offer right now!







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Wednesday 13 December 2023

Olivianna London Face Masks

I have kindly been sent two products from the Olivianna London Skincare collection.  Until now, I had only seen the brand across my social media and  had been really wanting to see if it lives up to the hype.
Olivianna London Face Masks
Formulated and manufactured in the UK, the brand was created by Janine Summers to empower and inspire women, starting with her daughters. From your very first skincare needs, My Olivanna and Olivanna are said to have been designed to be passed from mother to daughter, friend to friend and women at every stage of their lives. Born out of her love for her children and belief in the power of botanicals, they come together to combine potent, high-performing ingredients that are as safe for your skin as they are effective.

I have the Masking Collection which is made up of two products - the Detox Oceanic Mask and the Instant Hydra Glow Sheet Mask. Described as being the perfect addition to any skincare regime, these two products exfoliate and nourish to instantly renew skin, improves skin tone and texture whilst at the same time providing a boost of hydration and radiance through the addition of antioxidant-rich, skin-enhancing algae, leaving skin feeling plump, smooth and radiant in an instant.

Starting with the Detox Oceanic Mask (£52) is a Soothing, clarifying and purifying this mask contains British coastal Seaweed Extract to re-balance the skin whilst improving the tone and texture of the skin.
Olivianna London Face Masks
Potent Algae polyphenols and carotenoids protect the skin from free radical damage and prevent signs of ageing. Seaweed extract in this face mask is 100% traceable, sustainably sourced from remotes shores, hand cut, in the far north of England and Scotland.

Formulated with British triple seaweed extract harvested in season from remote shores in the far north of Scotland and the north of England, this superior ingredient provides a multitude of skin benefits from improved suppleness to increased moisturisation.
  • Helps minimise blemishes and fight further breakouts
  • Gently exfoliates and mattifies shine
  • Improves skin's texture and tone
To use - Smooth onto cleansed skin, avoiding the eye contour, and allow to dry for 15 minutes. Remove with warm water and gently pat skin dry.

The Instant Hydra Glow Sheet mask (£74 for a pack of 5 masks) is a soothing serum-infused bio-cellulose sheet mask that provides a triple dose of potent actives to give tired, dull skin a boost of hydration and radiance.
Olivianna London Face Masks
This biodegradable sheet mask hugs the contours of your face with a second-skin effect to hydrate and leave skin glowing.
  • Hyaluronic Acid floods the skin with long-term hydration
  • Aloe Vera soothes and calms dry and sensitive skin
  • Brown Algae helps to plump fine lines and protects against collagen degradation
To use After a thorough cleanse, apply the serum-soaked bio-cellulose sheet mask over your face, lining it up with your features. Remove the sheet after 15 minutes and gently massage any leftover serum into your skin. For an extra cooling sensation, you can also put your mask in the fridge before use.

I cannot tell you just how much I adore this brand already and I have only tried these two products.  These two products can be bought as a collection for just £96 or separately depending on your need.






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