Tili Beauty Box - Heatwave Edition

I absolutely love Beauty Boxes and if ever there was a perfectly timed Beauty Box, it is the Heatwave box from Tili. If you have never come across the Tili beauty box before, it is from QVC and it stands for Try it, Love it. Each box has been filled with a carefully selected combination of the latest must-have products which includes cult brands, new launches and coveted innovations. 

The Tili Box is a subscription-free beauty box which means you can decide as and when you want the box instead of having to subscribe, but you have to be quick because these boxes are really popular. 

Embrace a sunshine state of mind with our Heatwave beauty box. Filled with a hydrating hair hero, mood-boosting fragrance, iconic bronzing powder and more, we've got the ultimate array to complement your summer look, whether you're hitting the beach or planning the ultimate staycation.

Inside the Heatwave box, you will find a collection of eight products which include items of makeup, haircare and skincare and honestly, there isn't a single product within this box that I will not use and for the price of just £20, it is an absolute bargain considering the contents are worth just shy of £120.

The first item out of the box is the Nails Inc Bright Ambition Gel Effect Nail Polish (14ml) in the shade Not Invited (bright blue) - This polish is formulated with anti-fade, non-dulling technology.  Once applied, the polish is said to offer a mirror-like, glossy sheen that enhances the look of a tan.  

So if you are going on holiday, then this would be quite the shade to choose.  I love how bright and blue it is and it is definitely one for my toes. 

The second product is the Tweak'd Dhatelo Restore Hydrating Treatment Balm (100ml) - I have never come across this brand before, so I was intrigued to find out more about it.  The description read "treat your locks with this silky leave-in conditioning balm, helping to hydrate hair when it needs a little extra care".  So it is perfect as a little TLC for your hair to help tame frizz and add moisture to dehydrated locks.  

It smells absolutely incredible and is scented with almond, vanilla with a hint of honey.

The third products is from a brand I have recently been introduced too and am looking forward to getting to know. Gym for your Skin B-HIT Vitamin B Booster Serum (30ml) - Described as being a lightweight serum which helps to add a soft, dewy look while also aiming to boost skin's natural ability to protect itself from external aggressors. 

It infused with green tea extract, plus lactic, malic and salicylic acids, fatty acids and coconut water.

Next out of the box is The Ordinary AHA 30% BHA 2% Peeling Solution (30ml) - I am a huge fan of The Ordinary as a brand and this Peeling Solution is described as being a treatment which works to exfoliate the top layer of your skin and unclog pores to leave a brighter and more even appearance.

It contains 30% alpha hydroxy acids, 2% beta hydroxy acid, hyaluronic acid crosspolymer, vitamin B5, black carrot and Tasmanian pepperberry.

From Decleor, who are next out of the box, we have the Green Mandarin Sun-Kissed Day Cream (15ml) - an innovative facial moisturiser which is described as being an anti-ageing moisturiser that revives skin’s luminosity with an antioxidant blend of citrus essentials oils extracted from Green Mandarin, Lemon, Grapefruit and Orange. 

It is formulated to deeply hydrate your skin and add a gorgeous, subtle glow.

If there is one brand I have been wanting to try for some time now, it is Tarte. So imagine my excitement when I find the Tarte Amazonian Clay 12 Hour Highlighter in Sparkler (5.6g) inside my box - Described as being a strobe-effect highlighter in a gorgeous rose gold-champagne hue, this product can be used on your eyelids, cheekbones or it applied on top of blusher for a pop of shimmer. 

I am really looking forward to giving this a try.

Up next from Neom, we have a Pulse Point Rollerball (8ml) in Energy Burst (lemon and basil) - Described as being a zesty pulse point therapy designed to energise the mind and body. The calming formula combines seventeen of the purest essential oils, including grapefruit, lemon and rosemary. 

I love how easy these products are to use and in this case you simply apply to the wrists, behind the ears and soles of feet to experience an energetic burst.

Finally, we have one of my all-time favourite products - Benefit Hoola Bronzer (3g) - An iconic product from Benefit, this matte, shimmer-free bronzer is formulated without grey or red tones and it is one of those products that I have purchased and repurchased time and time again.

If you are really fair skinned like I am, this bronzer applies really lightly and it is one you can build up the coverage of.  I also use it as an eyeshadow for the more natural look too.

So there you have the entire contents of the Tili Heatwave Beauty Box and it is such amazing value for just £20!  I would love to know if anything in this box catches your eye and whether or not it is one you will be purchasing!

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Marks & Spencer FORMULA Urban Shield SPF20

Marks & Spencer has some pretty incredible products in their beauty halls these days and one brand not to be overlooked is their very own. Formula has around 45 products within its range with everything from masks and serums to peels and Micellar waters and it doesn't end there because whether you want something for the day time, night time, sensitive skin or being on the go, there is a whole host of products to choose from.

I have been using the Formula Urban Shield SPF 20 UV Shield (£12.50 here) for quite some time now and it is described as being formulated with cutting-edge technology for the lightest SPF ever.  I have mentioned on quite a few occasions that finding the perfect SPF for the face is quite hard, I really dislike anything that is too thick or leaves white traces on the skin after use, so anything that claims to be 'light' makes me want to try it.

What I can say about this Primer is that it is incredibly lightweight and so much so, I often forget I have applied it. Said to contain an advanced antioxidant complex that helps to defend skin from pollution, making it a perfect choice to keep skin healthy in urban environments.

On the skin, the idea is that you complete your skincare routine and apply this Primer after your moisturising cream and it helps to form an invisible, protective shield over the skin helping to protect it from all of the issues mentioned above such as pollution, smog and that is definitely something you need if you live in a city like London.  

The texture of this Shield is more of a fluid than a cream, so to apply, it is done so like a dream and it produces no white traces of skin afterwards and again, because of its light texture, it also makes for a great priming base for makeup too.

So if you are in need of a new primer which isn't thick, stick,y tacky, gloopy or heavy on the skin but also one which looks after and cares for your skin without leaving a white trace behind, then for £12.50 this one is worth looking out for and trying. 

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Tweezerman Mini Brow Rescue Kit Review

Having a really busy job as well as blogging means I am sometimes on the go from work, to PR Events and back home or it can be a Breakfast event and then on to work. Being on the go, I like to ensure that I keep a collection of 'on-the-go' products with me at all time, either on my desk or in my handbag.

From Tweezerman we have this Mini Brow Rescue Kit* (£26) which is described as being the kit that ensures your "brows will look perfect anytime, anywhere with this mini essentials kit. Fits any makeup bag or purse for quick on-the-go touchups. You'll never be stranded with less than perfect arches".

A brand that needs no introduction, Tweezerman has been a cult name across the beauty sphere for well over 35 years and are best known for their Tweezers, which I am sure most of you will have had or own.

In my handbag makeup kit I always ensure I have a pair of tweezers and a brow product, but as they are always full-sized, it is amazing to find something that is a little more on-the-go friendly and that it comes safely packaged and protected in a travel case. Also within the kit you will find:

• Tweezerman Mini Slant Tweezer - I am a huge fan of Tweezerman Tweezers and have about 5 pairs in various bags but within this kit you get a pink mini Slant Tweezer which features the same perfectly aligned hand-finished tips as a full-sized pair of tweezers.
• Tweezerman Mini Brow mousse - This is ideal for getting a beautifully shaped brow line to stay put all day or for taming disobedient unruly brows.  I love that there is a mini brow mousse and it works incredibly well at ensuring the brow remains tamed and in place.
• Tweezerman Mini Brow Brush - I always have extra Spoolies in my bag, but this one is perfect for on the go.  This spiral brush features thick, nylon bristles ideal for shaping and brushing the brows.
• Tweezerman Mini Eyenhance Brow Highlighter - This brow pencil is described as having a long-wearing formula and is suitable for all skin tones.

Putting these four products together, you do get a really good on the go kit and it has everything you need to keep your brows looking good.

This kit retails for £26 and is available via Tweezerman, Lookfantastic, Beauty Expert, Fabled and many more sites. For me, it is the perfect travel companion and it is already in my case for when I am next away from home.

*this post contains PR samples and/or Affiliate Links unless indicated otherwise - you can learn more on my Disclaimer page.

SVR Sun Secure Range

Now we have had the Summer Solstice and are halfway through the year and finally, it looks as though Summer has arrived - hurrah! We all know that we should wear SPF all year round and it still horrifies me that so many people think that it is just an added extra when the sunshine is out, that in itself is a whole blog post on its own.  Today, I am sharing the SVR Laboratoire Dermatlogique Sun Secure range which is their first protection for sensitive skin that targets all types of rays: UVB, UVA, Visible Light and Infrared.

I am a huge fan of the brand SVR Laboratoire and have featured them quite a few times on my blog with the Hydracid C50 Masque Eclat and a trio of SVR Micellar waters. As a brand, SVR was born in 1962 by the visionary pharmacists Simone and Robert Véret whose key aim was to create "BEAUTIFUL SKIN". Over the years, their son and later their grandson transformed this small French family brand into a true star in the field of dermo-cosmetics.

The first product from this collection is the Invisible Finish Dry Touch Fluid SPF50+. This is described as being a dry touch lotion that leaves a matt, non-greasy and non-sticky finish on the skin.  I have mentioned a few times on my blog now that the one issue I have with sunscreen is how it is often incredibly thick and makes the skin just feel caked in cream and suffocated.

This fluid has a lightweight texture which instantly absorbs into the skin and it is water, sweat, and rub-resistant giving optimal protection. This face care is said to be suitable for the sun-hypersensitive skin of the whole family and this includes babies, children, adults. It has a really light but delicate summery fragrance rather than that traditional suncream scent.

The second product is the Invisible Hydrating Milk SPF50+ and if you like a product that just melts onto and then into the skin leaving it moisturised whilst protected, then this product will tick those boxes for you.

 This lotion has a really lovely milky texture, which is neither heavy or greasy when applied to the skin. On contact, it melts immediately and leaves behind no trace it was there.  I often find that sunscreen leaves a tacky feeling on the skin and this one does not, there is also no sign of the white traces of cream on the skin which you often get with sunscreen and it is sweat and rub resistant for lasting protection.  This Milky Lotion is quite different to any others that I have tried, in that you can also apply it to wet skin and again, it leaves no white trace on the skin.

The third product within the collection is the Silky-Finish Dry Oil SPF50+ is described as being a high protection silky dry-touch oil that also promotes a luminous, even tan.  This milky mist, which gives a silky finish is suitable for the face and body of those with sensitive skin.

Formulated for use on both the face and the body, you can also use this oil on the hair. Interestingly enough, I asked a few of my friends which brand of sun protection they used on their hair and shockingly, every single one of them looked at me as though I had committed a crime, not a single one of them had ever given it a moments thought!  Have you?

Again, a product that can be used on wet or dry skin, the milky oil mist with its anti-dryness, non-sticky texture not only nourishes the skin, but it does so without leaving a greasy film on the skin.

The fourth product has become my favourite of the collection so far and quite unexpectedly so. The SVR Invisible Fresh Mist SPF50+ is described as being the ultimate cool-down for all skin types.

Light and totally invisible when spritzed onto the skin, you get an immediate hit of freshness and cooling, a wonderful sensation when you have been out and about in the hot sunshine.  As it is spritzed, on the skin, it leaves a veil of protection and again one that isn't sticky, tacky or greasy to the touch. Again, I love the delicate summer scent the products within this collection have and to me, it is more evident within this mist than it is within any other product in the range.

Again, the mist can be applied to wet skin and it is water, sweat and rub-resistant too.

Finally from the collection we have the SVR After Sun Milk and it is described as being a soothing, moisturising and restorative treatment that is suitable for the warm skin of the whole family.

After Sun isn't a product I tend to buy and use, the issue for me is usually the texture and I instead stick to Aloe Vera or, if I do manage to burn, Calamine Lotion to soothe my skin after a warm shower. From SVR, we have a product that is not only hydrating but cooling on the skin.  It has what is referred to as being a unique, micro-aerated texture that melts into skin without feeling greasy or sticky, so, once it has been applied, you can get dressed quickly and go about your day. Providing soothing, hydrating and repairing care, it contains emollient and repairing ingredients, including moisturising Coconut Oil to leave skin feeling silky and comforted. It effectively rehydrates and soothes sensations of overheating after sun exposure. 

Infused with ultra-fine pearlescent particles and a summery scent to help enhance the look of your tan while leaving skin feeling soft. For the past week, I have left this after sun in the fridge and applied it once I have got home and it feels absolutely divine on the skin. 

All of these products from SVR have what is called the SVR's Integral Secure Technology, a triple-action formula which provides protection against oxidative damage from UVA, UVB, visible light and infrared light.

Available from Lookfantastic*, Feelunique and Beauty Expert*, if you haven't yet found a brand of sun care that you like, then this is one to absolutely try.  Prices start around £15.

*this post contains PR samples and/or Affiliate Links unless indicated otherwise - you can learn more on my Disclaimer page.