Makeup Revolution Oil Control Fixing Spray

Like most people, I am enjoying the journey that Makeup Revolution are on right now.  To see all these amazing products being released one after another is nothing short of amazing and I am sure for the people behind these amazing products it is very much like having their very own Chocolate Factory like Willy Wonka.

I was very kindly sent the Oil Control Fixing Spray to try and as I have had quite a lot of social events both work related, blogging related and family related, it has been really good to have something to put to the test and in all kinds of weather too!

I have combination skin which can be an absolute nightmare, make-up can either cling to my dry bits or slip off the oily bits, even with a primer.  Before this Makeup Revolution spray, I was using my trusty faithful setting powder from GOSH, which has been mentioned many times on my blog because it does help alleviate my problem slightly when it comes to keeping things in place on my face much longer, but that is a powder and not a spray, so switching from one to the other was no mean feat, especially when you have become quite used to and quite comfortable with it.       

Stop the shine & matte finish all day! New Oil Control Fixing Spray! Screams the product description with this Pro Fix Oil "New sister product for our PRO FIX, fixing spray.. Our Oil Control Fixing Spray is a lightweight setting spray that helps deflect surface shine for a natural matte finish. High Tech ingredients keep foundation and eye makeup in place, with NO smudging and NO fading. That ‘Just-Applied’ look for up to 12 hours". 

Amazing claims for a product that costs just £5 when it will not only prevent smudging but also reduce the oily shine, prolong your make up and maintain a natural matte finish - wow!  The packaging isn't too over the top or fancy, what you see if what you get and I like that.  A white plastic bottle with some gold finishing to add a really nice finishing touch.  But what you really want to know is, does it work?

Having used this now for a few weeks, I have to say I am impressed. Once sprayed, the spray itself is really light weight, in so much as it doesn't feel like you have just spritzed some hairspray. Once you have sprayed Pro Fix, it literally dries in a matter of seconds, so you can spray and go essentially, no having to wait around for it to dry and it is also unscented which I am really pleased about because I am not a fan of chemically scented sprays for anything.

What has really impressed me though is that it does help to reduce my oiliness, especially on and around my nose and my forehead, which are my oiliest areas and is always the first place I use blotting paper when I feel the need. Does it keep my make-up matte? Yes I think it does and I also find that my make-up doesn't disappear mid-morning or even mid-afternoon, it stays all day I am at work, though naturally I touch up my lipstick because it is just something I do, but everything else remains in place and if I have an evening function, I actually don't need to re-apply a single thing, I am comfortable enough knowing that my make-up looks absolutely fine.  Add to that, it somehow manages to keep my skin feeling hydrated, soft and smooth.

So Pro Fix gets the big thumbs up from me, it does as it says it will do, lasts an average of 8-9 hours and keeps my shine at bay with one quick spritz as I am running out of the door and all for just £5 here it is an absolute bargain.

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Davaj Face and Eye Serum

Every so often a product comes into your being which sounds amazing, you use it before taking photos like a naughty blogger and that is true of two serums I have been lucky enough to try by Davaj. Like many people, I love natural skincare and I especially love anything which contains essentials oils, I am a tad geeky when it comes to them because I like to read up and see what benefits they will or should have for me. The oils in these Davaj serums are not diluted with cheaper base oils and the ingredients in both formulas are picked carefully to work in synergy to bring skin nourishment with anti-wrinkle benefits!

Davaj Natural Serums blend together high quality ingredients to deliver dramatic visible anti-ageing benefits. Withing their range are three products - Eyes, Face and Body Serum. I was kindly sent the eye and face serums and they ooze luxury from start to finish.

As you can see the dark violet glass bottles, which are designed to store the natural products, not only work prolong the shelf life of each serum, but also boost vital properties of each ingredients. Each bottle also comes with a pipette, which makes using each serum an absolute breeze.

The Davaj Eye Lifting Serum was made with two main goals in mind, the is the ability to deliver dramatic skin improvement and to offer a one of a kind concentrated formula using quality organic oils and actives.  What I like about this serum is the ingredients.  We start with what are referred to as the base and for this Argan and Rosehip oils are used, both have powerful wrinkle reducing properties with Rosehip also being rich in Vitamin C and both help increase hydration in the skin.

Further ingredients in the eye serum include Broccoli, Pomegranate and Moringa Seed Oils, as soon as I saw Broccoli, my interest was pricked because I have never used a product with it as an ingredient! It turns out that it is packed full of anti-oxidents and it also contains vitamin A, is highly moisturising and absorbs into the skin really quickly. All those seed oils come together to create a formula which is highly protective and restorative on the skin. The final ingredient I feel needs a mention is Carrot Seed Oil, which is described as having nearly magical rejuvenating effect on the skin, to not only soften and smooth the skin, but to assist with cell growth and skin rejuvenation and effectively repairs damage caused by free radicals.

What I love about this serum is that it isn't over oily and it isn't super runny.  When applied to the skin, it instantly disappears beneath the surface and leaves no trace behind that it was ever there.  I am lucky enough to not yet have notable wrinkles around my eyes, but the skin under my eyes, always looks much brighter.  This Serum has an RRP £55.

The Davaj - Intense Remodelling Face Serum, like the eye serum also has two main goals - to dramatically improve the overall condition of your skin and create a one of a kin concentrated formula to do just that.  The active ingredients in this formula starts with Omega 3,6, 9 Fatty Acids from Organic Argan Oil, they penetrate into the deeper layers of your skin. The use of Spillanthes Acmella Flower Extract which helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and Pomegranate Seed Oil which leaves your skin feeling soft, smooth and supple.  

After using, the first thing your skin feels is soft and smooth not to mention supple.  I was also surprised to find that there was no oily residue left anywhere on my face, though the oil does absorb itself super quick.  This Serum has an RRP £65 for 50ml.

Again within this serum there is one stand out ingredient and for it is Hazelnut Oil which contains Vitamin E, making it essential for the skin.  It is also described as being an effective skin tonic and moisturiser. Its astringent effect helps to tighten skin tone, regenerate cells and strengthen surface capillaries. It works really well for a good facial massage and is said to be particularly good for oily/acne prone skin types.

With all of these essential oils being included in each serum, I was surprised to find that there was no oily residue left on my skin after application and they both absorb themselves incredibly quickly into the skin.  With the eye serum, I have found that I only need to use two small drops from the pipette and I drop them onto the top of my hand, then using my index finger, transfer the serum to my under-eye.  With the facial serum, I have found that again, less is more and no more than 4 drops are required to complete the application to my face. 

Scent wise, you don't have to worry about walking around smelling of broccoli because neither smell of vegetables, infact to me, the scent of fruit is the first thing to capture my senses and as you massage the serums into your skin, the smell disappears.

Overall, these for me have been a fantastic discovery.  I use them both morning and evening when I feel my skin really does need some TLC, rather than using them everyday and you love discovering new products with natural ingredients, then Davaj must be your next stop.