Friday, 28 April 2017

BEN NYE BANANA POWDER

One product I use to constantly use and rave about is the Ben Nye Banana powder and suddenly it became harder to pick up and well as it does, something else came along and until recently I had forgotten all about it. If you have never come across it before, Ben Nye Banana powder it holds is not any ordinary setting powder, it is one which holds cult status amongst the world of celebrities, including Kim Kardashian!
BEN NYE BANANA POWDER

BEN NYE BANANA POWDER
BEN NYE BANANA POWDER
Now with a bit of a makeover, the Ben Nye Banana Powder has been relaunched, gone is the bottle which was quite awkward to use and very messy and in its place is the brand new luxury Dome Jar packaging which is not only much easier to use and work with, it creates less mess and is travel friendly. With so many different uses, this Ben Nye Banana Powder, which does have a slight hint of colour to it, banana, in fact, helps to absorb excess oil incredible well, it can help neutralise darkness, subtly colour corrects surface redness and pink undertones, as well as neutralises blue under eye circles and also helps to brighten the skin. 

Suitable for all skin tones, even mine which some describe as being almost see through, I switch between the type of brush I use for application. If I am using it as a setting powder then I use a big powder brush or powder puff to apply it evenly to my skin. If I am using it to set my concealer, which it does incredibly well, then I opt for a much smaller brush and it is brilliant and ensuring there is no caking or creasing of said concealer. Again, with a slight redness on both cheeks, I find this powder does help to neutralise it slightly, so if I decide I just want to wear a tinted moisturiser, I would use this on the top. 

Inside the power, the powder is really finally milled and on the skin it is really lightweight, more so than some of the setting powders I have used for a long time and it because it does so much more than any powder I have ever used it is just amazing and I am so glad to have it back in my stash.


Priced at just £13.50 this powder is such good value for money, you use so little of it every time you apply your make up that it lasts for a really good amount of time. If you have never tried this powder and it has always intrigued you, it is available from Precious about Makeup - HERE.

Have you tried this Powder before?

*this post contains PR samples unless indicated otherwise

Thursday, 27 April 2017

Victor&Rolf Flowerbomb Bloom Perfume

If you are a fan of perfumes as much as I am, then each new release causes a little stir of excitement. Victor &Rolf Flowerbomb Bloom is a scent I have pretty worn for the last few weeks on a daily basis and it is just incredible. Flowerbomb Bloom is an updated of the iconic Flowerbomb scent which was released back in 2005 (feeling old right now) and it is every bit as beautiful perhaps even more so, than its older sister.

Victor&Rolf Flowerbomb Bloom Perfume
Victor&Rolf Flowerbomb Bloom Perfume
Victor&Rolf Flowerbomb Bloom Perfume
Victor&Rolf Flowerbomb Bloom Perfume
Victor&Rolf Flowerbomb Bloom Perfume
Arriving in a similar bottle to the original design, this one is a slightly more elgonated diamond shaped bottle but it is just as pretty and again the logo themed wax stamp is also present and for me, it does add a little extra to the packaging and then again to the bottle.

I love that this fragrance comes with a mantra and it is "to turn the impossible to the possible and celebrate going from winter into spring when flowers start to bloom".  There was no doubt that I would adore this perfume as I am already a fan of the original and anything with Jasmine as a note within a fragrance always gets the thumbs up.  Sitting firmly in the floriental category, Flowerbomb Bloom has top notes of pomegranate accord, Bergamot and Mandarin and as an opener to a perfume, this is really quite stunning because it is strong and fruity but soon settles as the heart notes of Rose, Jasmine, Freesia and Pure Air Molecule which is an intriguing note but as whole, they bring together the beautiful floral notes to the scent which then lead to the base notes of Musk, Vanilla and Patchouli which add a sort of powdery scent to what is an incredible scent which is just perfect for Spring.

On the skin, Flowerbomb Blooms last such an incredible amount of time and it is one of those scents which when applied in a morning you can still smell it in an evening. Available from £45 you can find this perfume in most stores such as Boots, House of Fraser, Debenhams and John Lewis to name a few, you need to try it.





*this post contains PR samples/Affiliate Links unless indicated otherwise

Wednesday, 26 April 2017

Elegant Touch Soak ‘Em Off!

If you look at my Instagram feed, then you will notice that I am a huge fan of nail polish and tend to favour darker shades over pastel and natural with shades such as Everymonth is Oktoberfest from OPI and Overly Onyx by CND being two of my favourites. I also tend to prefer Gel or Shellac right now, but will often swap and change what I am using. Once my nails are painted, there are two things I hate - chipped polish and having to take the polish off. So when the new Elegant Touch Soak ‘Em Off Acetone Remover Sachets £7.95 arrived, I was really looking forward to giving them a try because they sounded like everything I needed in one sachet.
Elegant Touch Soak ‘Em Off!
Elegant Touch Soak ‘Em Off!
Elegant Touch Soak ‘Em Off!
Elegant Touch Soak ‘Em Off!
Elegant Touch Soak ‘Em Off!
Elegant Touch Soak ‘Em Off!
The Elegant Touch Soak ‘Em Off Acetone Remover Sachets’s box contains 100 sachets in total and they claim to be able to remove nail polish, press-on gel nails, glitter polishes, gel polish and acrylics. Elegant Touch describe the sachets as being "innovative and groundbreaking with no-mess and no-stress, simply peel, wrap around the nail and leave on for 10 minutes before removing to reveal clean & healthy nails”. The one issue I had, is that had I not looked online for instructions, I would have had no clue how long to leave them on my nails. Within the box you just get the 100 sachets and are told to Buff, insert, wrap and remove, so quite simple but... buff with what? There is no buffer within the box, I tried to buff using the wipe but that just soaked off all the acetone. Thankfully I do have a buffer and figured out if I used that to break the polish to allow the acetone to sink it, it would help. So that is what I did.

Then removing the strips from the sachet is the easiest part of this task. Inside the sachets is a rectangular piece of cotton-like material which is coated, not too heavily, in a peach scented acetone based polish remover, which smells quite nice. Wrapping the strip around the finger is fine, but then it is findly getting it into the sachet without misplacing the strip, once it is in the sachet, you need to somehow ensure it doesn't fall off, so I used some popbands to secure one in place before attempting to do other fingers. Some advice, only do a few fingers at a time, otherwise it gets harder and harder to complete the task in hand and all of a sudden you feel like Edward Scissorhands. The other issue is that the box doesn't tell you how long to leave the sachets in place, thankfully online it says for at least 10 minutes, so whilst I had one hand wrapped, I went on instagram, liked a whole load of posts and then began the removal process.

Anyone who has removed gel or shellac nails in the past will know you need a further tool to essentially scrap the shriveled polish from your nails, so again, thankfully I had my own to use because there wasnt one included, despite being pictured on the box. So the removal of the nail polish, which in my case was gel, wasn't too much of an effort, the strips themselves do need to be soaked in more acetone if I am honest, but they do an alright job, more so because I added my own polish remover to the strip and then used my own UV light to encourage the acetone to further break down the polish.

I was really hoping these sachets would be as innovative and groundbreaking as I was expecting them to be, but sadly, I think they need a little more work and then they could be absolutely amazing and a definite must have item for those of us who like our painted nails. 



*this post contains PR samples unless indicated otherwise

Tuesday, 25 April 2017

Why are Diamonds a Girl’s Best Friend?

We all know that Marilyn Monroe song that immortalised diamonds as the gems that women all over the world covet, but why are diamonds really considered a girl’s best friend?
Why are Diamonds a Girl’s Best Friend?
Image Credit - Golden Unicorn
Diamonds have been charming us for centuries and even as time passes and trends come and go their popularity has never waned. The enchanting stone has been admired for centuries, Ancient Hindus believed they were bolts of lightning, whilst other ancient cultures proclaimed that they were the tears of gods. There has always been a magical aura surrounding the gem.

These stones are glittering and many have fallen under their spell. They are sparkling, dazzling and are simply beautiful. They’ll always look stunning, whether you’re in jeans and a t-shirt or a glamorous evening gown, and they definitely help to elevate your style. It’s true that we have all fallen for their twinkling looks, but there’s so much more to diamonds than this.

Diamonds are a symbol of everlasting love. They have been synonymous with engagement rings for years, associating the stone with commitment and true love. Although there has been a surge in coloured gemstones in engagement rings it still tends to be a beautiful diamond that hopeless romantics dream of. When someone receives a diamond ring it symbolises their love, along with the promise that you’ll be together forever. A diamond manages to make a million promises without saying a word. It’s an everlasting token of your relationship and a truly sentimental piece of jewellery. The romance of a diamond is undeniable.

But diamonds don’t just have to be for engagements. A beautiful piece of diamond jewellery can be given to show your love to anyone important to you, your mother, sister or friend. Diamonds tend to mark a celebration and are often given on special occasions. This means that as well as being valuable they are usually emotional. They can hold memories and will always mean something special to you. Every piece of diamond jewellery has a story to tell.

As well as being a girl’s best friend, diamonds are also forever! A beautiful piece of diamond jewellery will never go out of style and will always be truly timeless. Fashion icons are constantly spotted in beautiful diamond pieces, from simple pieces in their off-duty look to stunning, statement styles on the red carpet.  Diamonds will always transcend trends and for years women have gone weak at the knees for a stunning piece of diamond jewellery. No matter how many times you change your wardrobe, you’ll never grow tired of a diamond.

As Elizabeth Taylor said: “Into every girl’s life a little diamond should fall.”

Laings of Glasgow, in the Argyll Arcade and online, are experts when it comes to diamonds. With over 175 years’ experience of selling fine diamonds, Laings can offer expert advice and service when making your purchase. Buying a piece of diamond jewellery is always going to be a big decision and so to put your mind at ease Laings only stock the highest quality gems, always taking into account the 4 C’s (Colour, Clarity, Cut, and Carat). This ensures you’re getting the best value for your money.

Whatever the occasion you’re bound to find a beautiful piece of diamond jewellery that will soon become someone’s best friend! 



*this post contains PR samples unless indicated otherwise

Monday, 24 April 2017

Pixi Beauty Facial Mists

One thing that I love is a facial mist and I have mentioned my love of it on this blog quite a few times (here, here, here and here) and I simply love them. So to add to my delight comes Pixi with not one, not two but FOUR and I am sure you can imagine my excitement!
Pixi Beauty Facial Mists
Facial mists comes in all different shapes, sizes and they all have different reasons for use - a boost of hydration, a primer, a little pick-me-up, skin calming, skin refreshment, targeting redness, targeting dryness and so much more. For me, they are an integral part of my skincare regime and I always have a few different ones I use at any one time.

So what do Pixi have for you with their four options?

PIXI Glow Mist - Firstly this is not Glow Tonic as a spray, though I do think that could work, instead what it is described as being an all-over glow mist for a radiant, dewy effect. 
Pixi Beauty Facial Mists
It is formulated with 13 natural oils plus propolis, aloe vera and fruit extracts which include Tea Tree Oil, Lavender, Rose & Lemon Peel Oil, Aloe Vera Juice, Avocado Oil and everyone's friend Hyaluronic Acid this spray not only hydrates, protects and nourishes it is also suitable for all skin types. Add to that it also sets makes to add that dewiness, it is quite simply brilliant.

PIXI Vitamin Wake Up Mist - This is described as being a boosting Treatment Toner mist gives a revitalised awakened effect to complexion and therefore makes it perfect for that morning skin boost. Using an orange blossom water base which is blended with skin-loving citrus fruit extracts, lavendar, and arginine. 
Pixi Beauty Facial Mists
What I love about this mist is that you can use in so many ways and my favourite is after cleansing because it sure does give you a boost. You can also use it over makeup, to refresh your makeup or to kick you awake when you want to sleep mid-afternoon.

PIXI Makeup Fixing Mist - Pretty much as the name suggests, this is an all-over setting spray for longer-wearing makeup. 
Pixi Beauty Facial Mists
This mist is infused with both rose water and green tea which comforts, protects and balances skin and it also helps to prolong makeup wear and keeps it from moving, melting, and settling into fine lines or pores which is pretty impressive.

PIXI Hydrating Milky Mist - This is possibly my favourite of the four and it is described as being deeply hydrating mist that provides an invisible layer of skin-soothers, making it the ultimate remedy for dry skin. 
Pixi Beauty Facial Mists
Once spritzed it is incredibly lightweight on the skin and as it is a hydrating mist it again contains hyaluronic acid alongside a blend of black oat, provitamin A, and linoleic acid which makes this mist the perfect first layer of moisture before serums or makeup and if like me you often suffer from dry skin, this is a delight to use.
So there you have four different facial mists from Pixi, all of whom have their very own job to do and all of whom I absolutely adore for very different reasons but there is of course every reason to try your hand at #MultiMisting and layering the mists, something I have just started to try!


Have you tried any of these? 


*this post contains PR samples unless indicated otherwise

Sunday, 23 April 2017

The Beauty Regime You Need To Survive Summer 2017

As soon as spring ends, our wardrobes and beauty regimes are all about embracing the (hopefully) scorching summer heat. With the changing seasons comes changes to our lifestyles and routines to reflect the summer sun. From our food habits to skin and hair we are starting to get ready for summertime.
The Beauty Regime You Need To Survive Summer 2017

Here we discuss the beauty products you need to have a beauty regime ready to embrace summer 2017:

A Pearly White Smile
Very often our beauty regimes target the skin and hair but never really tackle our teeth. This can mean that even with beautiful skin, fantastic hair and a great pair of shorts we can be sat with discoloured teeth that aren’t doing anything for our confidence.

When summer arrives you should make sure to book in for an appointment with London City Smiles to talk about a smile transformation. This might be a teeth whitening or even a complete cosmetic dentistry smile makeover. Whatever your teeth need, London City Smiles can help.

A Good Face Wash For Fresh Glowing Skin
In the sunny days, your skin is bound to get affected by the scorching heat. In this case, it is important that you use a good face wash to remove the impurities from your skin and keep it free from oil and dirt. The face wash will play a vital role in keeping your skin clean and fresh.

Moisturise Deeply
You may think that as winters are gone, you can escape from those time-consuming lotions to moisturise your skin. But, it is not true. Your skin will need the same amount of moisturiser even in the hot sunny days. 

Lock in your bodies natural moisture by applying oil or a good moisturiser immediately after the shower. It will lock in the natural oils of your skin and maintain the moisture keeping your skin hydrated.

Right Shampoo And Conditioner
Just like your skin, your scalp also needs good care in the summertime. The heat of the sun will make your scalp go dry even more so if you go for a sunbathe or swimming. This is because the chlorine will affect your hair and scalp badly and will make it dry. So, it is very important that you use the right shampoo and conditioner before you step in the sea or the swimming pool.

Use A Good Sunscreen
On the hot sunny days, it is crucial that you protect your skin from the scorching heat. For this, you can use a good sunscreen which will give you a protective shield against the burning heat. It will also prevent the skin from getting burnt.

Make sure that you are protected with a good sunscreen before you step out in the scorching heat. Also, see to it that your sunscreen lotion contains a good amount of SPF that will help your skin combat the heat.

Replace Those Soap Bars With Mild Shower Gels
In the summers, give your skin some rest from the tiring effects of soap which can heavily dry out your skin. Try using shower gels instead that do not have a high amount of pH which is harmful to your skin like soap does.

All that is left to do now is enjoy your summer!


*this post contains a paid for link

Saturday, 22 April 2017

My Love of Essential oils

If you have looked through my posts it occasionally read them, there is one issue I am quite fascinated by and that is a list of ingredients. Of course it is all perfectly reasonable to try and learn about what that list of inclusions within a product does, claims to do and it's reasoning for being included in the first place.
My Love of Essential oils
Image Credit - DarwinianSecurity
One of my main areas of fascination is with essential oils and I have a few friends who are aromatherapists and whenever I have had a massage, facial or any form of treatment I am always keen to know what essential oils are used and why and a lot of my information comes from sites such as essential oils by New Directions Aromatics.

Once I began to understand the purpose of an oil, the more I would begin to notice them in everyday products that I use such as Optiat Coffee Scrubs, Beautitude Bath Oils and Mio Liquid Yoga to name just a few. Essential oils have been used for thousands of years in various cultures for medicinal and health purposes. In fact Essential oils can be used for everything including aromatherapy, household cleaning products, personal beauty care and natural medicine treatments.

I have the Anjou Aromatherapy Essential Oil Diffuser but you can use them in so many different ways, for me it is the diffuser which sits in my bedside table unless the essential oil is already included within a product.
So I would use the following oils to help:
  • To relieve Stress and tension - lavender 
  • Relaxation - Lavender/chamomile
  • To aid sleep - lavender
  • Colds and stuffy nose - peppermint, rosemary, lemon, eucalyptus
  • Feeling blue - sweet orange, jasmine, rose, 
  • Get rid of bugs - Citronella oil in the summer is a god send to keeping those pesky flies out!
The actual uses of essential oils is quite incredible and there is pretty much something for everything, even the weird and wonderful ideas that people have come up with that are so strange that your inner-curiosity wants to give it go. For example did you know that a lot of household bugs such as ants, , beetles, mice, spiders and cockroaches do not like peppermint oil? Well I know some people reading this will be ordering the oil by the bottle to keep these critters out of there homes, I have never tried it but would be intrigued to see if it works!

Do you use Essential Oils and if so for a purpose?













*this post has a sponsored link but all words are my own.

Friday, 21 April 2017

An Introduction to Mary Kay

Mary Kay might not be a brand you have come across, but if you have some American beauty lovers on your Social Media, you will quite quickly find out that they are very likely to be well aware of the brand. For those of us in the UK, we have something similar (and I mean similar, not the same) with Avon. Mary Kay has a team of independent consultants who sell the brand at makeup parties and via door-to-door. Until a few months ago I had never come across the brand before and nor did I really appreciate what a huge collection of makeup and skincare there was to get to acquainted with and you can buy it online.

An Introduction to Mary Kay
With everything in the makeup range from lipsticks, eyeliner, eyeshadow, mascara, eyebrow pencils, Lash Primer, foundation, bronzer, highlighter, blusher, lip liner to tools to apply and products to remove it there is just so much more.

I am lucky enough to have been a few products from the range which I have spent the last few months playing with and I am really quite impressed. First up is the Limited-Edition Pure Dimensions™ Eye Palette called Maui Gardens and as well as the outer packaging being simply stunning, the four colours which make up the quad are just incredible. 
An Introduction to Mary Kay
An Introduction to Mary Kay
An Introduction to Mary Kay
Described as being a palette which 'evokes a tropical forest of lush, iridescent colour where nature is always in bloom, and sunlit pools reflect breathtaking beauty' it features a three-dimensional design expressed in four artfully harmonised shades to inspire new heights of makeup artistry, the four shades are matte shimmers and as you can see there are two neutral shades alongside a more daring navy blue and green.  One swipe of my finger onto each shade gives an amazing swatch of colour with no need to rub my finger back and forth, in fact in the swatch, this is exactly what I have shown and each shade is incredibly beautiful.

If these shades are not for you, there are two further palettes named Moroccan Dunes which feature soft, sandy neutrals that are matched with rosy pinks to deliver subtle shimmer or Paris Starlight palette captures the romance of the city with luminous blacks and silvers for a touch of sparkle, while soft lilac and radiant stardust perfect this exquisite palette. Each palette retails for £28.

Then we have two lipsticks and we all know what an obsessive I am when it comes to these products.  The two lipsticks that I have come from the Gel Semi-Matte range and the shades are Rich Truffle and Crushed Berry.  These are the first full-coverage lipsticks from Mary Kay which feature a gel microsphere technology which gives a rich, stay-true colour that lasts for hours on the lips without drying them out. Encased inside a black bullet with a see through window at the top, there is a pretty silver Mary Kay logo in the middle where the bullet opens and closes.  

An Introduction to Mary Kay
An Introduction to Mary Kay
An Introduction to Mary Kay
On the lips, the formula has the feeling of a balm and the transfer of colour is quite incredible, I love how smooth it feels and I love how lightweight it is on the lips and I almost forgot I had applied anything.  Rich Truffle is best described as being a Warm rosy caramel and isn't a shade I would usually opt for because I am not good with my nudes, even ones as warm as this one is but there is something about the shade I just adore.  Crushed Berry is definitely more my shade and it is a soft plum shade which is my go to shade whatever the weather and of the two it is the one I have worn the most.  These lipsticks retail at £14 each.

As an introduction to the Mary Kay brand, I am really impressed and the quality of these products is so much more than I ever imagined it would be. 
Have you tried anything from Mary Kay? 







*this post contains PR samples unless indicated otherwise

Thursday, 20 April 2017

GLAMGLOW® Poutmud Fizzy Lip Exfoliating Treatment

I adore Glamglow Masks, there is something about them and how they make my skin feel that I can never get enough of. Then I met PoutMud Fizzy Lip Exfoliating Treatment and it became my new favourite GlamGlow product and if you love your Mattew Lip - You need this!
GLAMGLOW® Poutmud Fizzy Lip Exfoliating Treatment
GLAMGLOW® Poutmud Fizzy Lip Exfoliating Treatment

GLAMGLOW® Poutmud Fizzy Lip Exfoliating Treatment
GLAMGLOW® Poutmud Fizzy Lip Exfoliating Treatment
GLAMGLOW® Poutmud Fizzy Lip Exfoliating Treatment
Described as being a multi-action formula that works to energise and smooth, renew and energise the look of your lips, Poutmud features an exfoliation complex of Caribbean can sugar, Hawaiian sea salt & hibiscus flower powder. The treatment works to remove the dead and dry skin from the lips to give you that smooth polished feel. It then used a blend of Sweet Almond Oil, Guava and Lychee which as well as their moisturising properties also offer antioxidant benefits. The Poutmud is then finished with the inclusion of an ingredient called TEAOXI® Moroccan Mint Leaf which leaves a lovely minty tingle on the lips.

To use there are just a few simple steps and if you have ever used a lip scrub then you will have an idea already.  First things first, of course, is to remove any balm, lotion, lipstick or gloss from your lips and then liberally apply the Poutmud.  On the lips, as you massage it on, the Poutmud feels abrasive, but it doesn't scratch the skin, if you feel you need more of an exfoliating treatment, then apply more pressure as you massage the mud around your lips.  This action should take between 5-10 seconds to complete.  Then, I prefer to use warm water, repeat the massaging of your lips and this activates the fizzing renewal action. At this point, there is a slight fizzing feeling on the lips, I am quite saddened it was not the popping candy style fizzing but it is there.  Once you have finished massaging your lips, you then need to remove any excess Poutmud and skin (yuck).  Once I had done this, my lips felt so soft and smooth that I quickly slapped on my lip balm.

This treatment is designed to be used 2-3 times a week, which I have been doing and it has made a huge difference in the dry skin I had on my lips.  Priced at £18, you can find the GlamGlow mud on sale at Marks and Spencers

Don't forget rRunning from 27th March until 26th April The Beauty Discovery Event offers a free gift from some incredible brands which include REN, Balance Me, Neal's Yard, Alpha-H, Filorga, Skyn Iceland, Rodial and many more which you can read about here.


*this post contains PR samples/Affiliates links unless indicated otherwise

Wednesday, 19 April 2017

Vincent Longo Sunkissed and Mermaid Muse

I absolutely love discovering new brands, in fact, it is my favourite thing about blogging.  Half the time I am lucky enough to use products that might have otherwise passed me by.  Vincent Longo is one of those brands that has featured quite a few times on my blog (here and here) and everything I have used I have adored, in fact, I've never hit pan so quickly as I did with the Water Canvas Creme-To-Powder Foundation or run out of a primer so quickly.
Vincent Longo Sunkissed and Mermaid Muse
Today I have two more products to share and honestly, ever since I have had them, they have been used daily.  The first is the Vincent Longo La Riviera Sun Matte Bronzer in shade Sunkissed and the description goes like this:

Incredibly finely milled, Vincent Longo’s La Riviera Sun Matte Bronzer is the key to achieving a realistic sunkissed look. Multi-layered shades are pressed into unique patterns, to ensure a multi-dimensional, natural tan with the perfect balance of warm russet and cool olive tones.

This bronzer is just stunning and is, like many other products from the brand is a marbled multi-tonal one. 
Vincent Longo Sunkissed and Mermaid Muse
Vincent Longo Sunkissed and Mermaid Muse
Enriched with Vitamin E which is really hydrating for the skin, this bronzer has a matte finish just as the name suggest and it is a shade that, even for someone as pale skinned as me (I am almost see-through) it works just so well and doesn't, like some products, make my face look as though I have a dirty mark, in fact it is the perfect almost just there bronzer. I love the texture of this bronzer too, it is silky to the touch and is so blendable that you can dab it on with your fingers or a brush. Priced at £25 you can grab it from ASOS and Cult Beauty.


The second product is the Vincent Longo Water Canvas Crème-to-Powder Highlighter in shade Mermaid Muse
Vincent Longo Sunkissed and Mermaid Muse
Vincent Longo Sunkissed and Mermaid Muse
Now, who doesn't want a product that has a Mermaid name to it right now! This highlighter is described as follows:
Vincent Longo’s Water Canvas Crème-to-Powder Highlighter corrects as it enhances thanks to the brand’s signature, intelligent ‘Microwater’ technology. Cooling and refreshing upon application, this hydrates thirsty cells to exhibit a subtle plumping and line-lessening effect.

The first thing I love about this highlighter is the texture, it is a unique crème-to-powder formula which has been created by using a patented process and 75% Microwater for weightless hydration. The use of Seaweed Extract works to protect and nourish the skin as well as locking in moisture while the Microwater not only seeks out imperfections, and dry patches but also helps to fill in the look of fine lines and smooth skin for a flawless complexion - all from one product!

On the skin, Mermaid Muse literally glides on, the water-based texture is a delight to work with giving a sheer but buildable coverage depending on your preference.  It works perfectly on the cheekbones, bridge of the nose, cupids bow and brow bone and to apply, I use my finger and then a dabbing motion rather than a brush, though a beauty blender also works just as well to bounce the highlighter onto the skin. Available from both ASOS and Cult Beauty this highlighter retails for £32 and frankly is so incredible it is worth every penny!
Vincent Longo Sunkissed and Mermaid Muse
When swatched, both shades are incredible and as you can see it is hard not to love either of the two shades.

Have you tried any Vincent Longo products?










*this post contains PR samples/Affiliate Links unless indicated otherwise

Tuesday, 18 April 2017

DECIEM Launch New Brands on QVC - Special Offers!

There is no denying that Deciem has taken hold of the world of beauty, given it a firm shaking and has caught the attention of a vast audience, myself included.  Then having branched out into the makeup market, the world has gone crazy for The Ordinary Foundation and its now out of stock everywhere!

My most read post (here) has just hit the 500k mark from just a few years ago.  Following on from the success of their debut on QVC back in February, Deciem is back on that channel for an hour-long show TODAY starting at 6pm.
DECIEM Launch New Brands on QVC - Special Offers!
The show will introduce new DECIEM brands that have not been previously available on QVC and there are some outstanding bargains to be had. So if you have yet to try anything from the brand - Niod, The Ordinary, Inhibitif, Hand Chemistry, Stemm, Fountain, hif and Hylamide to name just a few, or if you are, like me, a groupie already, then this is your chance to stock up and here are the offers:

NEW! The Ordinary 5 Piece Anti-Ageing Set, £33.50 includes:
  • Buffet, 30ml
  • Advanced Retinoid 2%, 30ml
  • Lactic Acid 10%, 30ml
  • Natural Moisturizing Factors, 30ml
  • Caffeine Solution 5% + EGCG, 30ml

DECIEM Launch New Brands on QVC - Special Offers!

NEW! Stemm 3 Step Hair Thickening Set, £51.60 (RRP £88 a saving of £36.40) includes:
  • Density Stimuli, 60ml 
  • High-Amino Shampoo, 480ml 
  • Black/Gold Fulvic Conditioner, 480ml
NEW! The Chemistry Brand Home & Away Set, £20 (RRP £27 a saving of £7) includes:
  • Hand Chemistry, 100ml
  • Hand Chemistry, 30ml
NIOD 4 Piece Dermal Science Skincare Set, £59.88 (RRP £140 a saving of £80.12) includes:
  • Copper Amino Isolate Serum, 15ml
  • Multi-Molecular Hyaluronic Complex, 30ml
  • Fractionated Eye Contour Concentrate, 15ml
  • Sanskrit Saponins, 90ml
Fountain Hyaluronic Molecule Duo, £37.52 (RRP £56 a saving of £18.75) includes:
  • 2 x Fountain Hyaluronic Molecule, 240ml
Chemistry Brand Hyaluronic Concentrate 240ml, £24 (RRP £28 a saving of £4)

NIOD Flavanone Mud 50ml, £24.50 (RRP £29.00 a saving of £4.50)

Within this little lot there is something for everyone to try, whether or not you are serious about your skincare routine, if you want to change things up, if you are intrigued by the names of these products, I promise you, Deciem is just an incredible brand and everything they do excites me.  So tune in at 6pm and get ready to grab yourself a bundle!


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