Lookfantastic Reveal Summer Essentials Beauty Box 2021!

Lookfantastic are back again with yet another box and this time it is the  Lookfantastic Summer Essentials Beauty Box and it has been created with Summer theme, to give you the beauty essentials you need over the coming weeks. Keep on reading to find out more…

Over the last few months, Lookfantastic has had some incredible boxes of late with collaborations with Kate Somerville, Laura Mercier and Aromatherapy Associates to name just a few, some of which are still on sale right here, plus we still have Revolution and Omorovicza to come next month! 

Beat the summer heat with this complete collection of some of our most hydrating, rejuvenating and glow-inducing products for an incredible £45! From self-tanning drops to moisturisers and body scrubs, we’ve covered every basis to get you feeling good this summer in this ultimate summer bundle.

So, as you can see, this box has a whole host of products from some incredible brands inside and it has pretty much everything you need for that week by the sea or even a trip to the beach locally.

What’s in the Box:

• Eyeko Beach Waterproof Mascara - Worth £10
• REN Perfect Canvas Clean Jelly Oil Cleanser 100ml - Worth £25
• Aveda Nutri-Plenish Leave-in Conditioner 200ml - Worth £29.50
• Kérastase Resistance Masque Force Architect 75ml - Worth £16.72
• Bondi Sands Coconut Body Moisturiser 200ml - Worth £6
• Skinny Tan Coconut Water Self Tanning Drops 30ml - Worth £14.95
• Lancaster Velvet Face Cream SPF30 3ml - Worth £1.26
• Illamasqua Beyond Veil Mini Primer 6ml - Worth £12
• Frank Body Shimmer Body Scrub 100g - Worth £7.95
• Nip & Fab Vitamin C Fix Tonic 100ml - Worth £19.95

This Lookfantastic Summer Essentials Beauty Box is worth £143 and it is on sale now, priced at just £45, as always, if you are a subscriber to the monthly Lookfantastic Beauty Box, then you will have a £5 discount code to use, so you can grab this for just £40 which is an incredible bargain.  If you are not yet subscribed, then you can still join right now  and get £5 off when you use code SUMMERBB.

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Top outdoor living trends for a stunning garden

I think it’s extremely important to make your outdoor space look as good as your indoors, after all, your garden space is an extension of your home. I’ve always had this opinion and recently, as the weather gets warmer and I want to spend more time outdoors, I’ve been thinking about giving my garden space an uplift.

After browsing social media for days looking at what others are doing in their gardens and reading a variety of articles about outdoor design, I managed to narrow down some of the top outdoor living trends that would look perfect in my outdoor space! If you are thinking of refreshing your garden, patio or terrace, you will love these ideas!

Outdoor retreat.

Creating an outdoor retreat that provides shelter from the rain but still allows people to enjoy their outdoor space seems like a great idea. Designer Shade Solutions Sydney retractable roofs recommend installing a modern pergola in your outdoor space to create the perfect outdoor retreat. These modern pergolas can be combined with side glass screens, lighting and heating to create the ultimate outdoor retreat, offering you the comfort of an indoor space whilst being outdoors.

As Deep in Mummy Matters says, “These can be installed in the middle of outdoor spaces as a stylish and functional garden centrepiece or attached to your property to provide a seamless transition from your indoor living space to your outdoor living area.” 

Modern pergolas can be fully customised to your function and style requirements to perfectly suit your property – what else do you need?

Wild gardens.

“Wild gardens are perfect for those who are looking for a low maintenance space, no more pruning and mowing.” comments Sims Life. 

You might not want to let the whole garden grow wild or you might. However, having a little untouched corner of your garden will not only be great to give a safe haven to wildlife but will also create a relaxing space for you to unwind after a long day of work.

Add dark tones.

Victoria’s Vintage says, “Dark colours are taking outdoor spaces by storm and for a good reason.” Adding dark tones around your garden will make it look more elegant, modern and will make your greenery stand out. 

How to add dark colours to your outdoors? Paint your garden fence black, go for dark outdoor furniture or simply add some plant pots in dark colours.

 

What do you think of these trends?

Image credit - Adlab

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New Look Lip Shimmers from Burt's Bees

Just like the Burt's Bees lip balms, the classic Lip Shimmer have had a bit of a makeover and they’re now available in 11 pretty shades and I have two of them to share with you in Rhubarb and Plum.

Handy to pop into your handbag, each on of these Lip Shimmers from Burt’s Bees are formulated with shea butter, Sunflower Oil and antioxidant-rich Fruit Oils to moisturise, nourish and soften lips naturally. These ingredients work alongside the responsibly sourced Beeswax, which you can read about here, plus the inclusion of Peppermint Oil, which you can immediately detect as soon as the lid is removed.

What I love about these shimmers is how effortlessly they glide on lips without being greasy or slimy but they are incredibly moisturising and they do give a really nice touch of colour. The eleven different shades and flavours to choose from are Apricot, Cherry, Caramel, Fig, Grapefruit, Guava, Peony, Plum, Rhubarb, Strawberry and Watermelon.

Priced at £5.99 each you can find all of the shades here.

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Emma Hardie Midas Touch Super Serum Review

The latest launch from Emma Hardie is one I have been using for months now, but I really wanted to give it a try before sharing it on my blog. Said to be the first-ever clinically trialled product for the brand, the Midas Touch Super Serum is described as being one which  effectively combats slackening skin, dehydration and dullness to reveal a simply gleaming finish.

Emma Hardie products are easily recognised in their gold packaging and for me, a serum is an absolute must-have product as part of my skincare routine. I have lost count as to how many serums I have tried and loved but this one is one I have tried, have loved and have ordered more.

Turn back the clock with Emma Hardie’s first-ever clinically trialled product: the Midas Touch Super Serum. The formula has been rigorously tested and clinically proven to minimise the appearance of wrinkles and increase skin hydration in just 4 weeks.

Quite the claim with this serum, but it is packed full of ingredients that my skin absolutely loves, ones you will have heard everyone rave about at some time and here they are all in one serum. So you will find the likes of bakuchiol, something many refer to as being nature's alternative to retinol, then we have niacinamide (Vitamin B3) which is not only skin brightening but also helps to reduce the appearance of skin blemishes and congestion, Squalene which helps to protect and moisturise the skin, Grape Seed Oil which is rich in linoleic acid, a useful fatty acid which helps moisturise the skin. Then we have Vitamin C to reduce pigmentation, Vitamin E to condition the skin plus there's Aloe Vera and Shea Butter, the list of course goes on!

On the skin, this serum is incredibly lightweight and the formula is said to contain what is referred to as ultra filling spheres, their job is to deliver lifting and firming action which in turn helps to diminish the look of fine lines, then sending a surge of intense moisture upon contact with the skin’s surface, it further helps to create that plumper, dewier-looking complexion that is described as being one which 'glows with renewed radiance'.

On the skin, there is no greasy feel to this serum once it has been applied, it melts on contact with the skin and absorbs really quickly.  Despite having combination-oily skin, I also have very dehydrated patches, not helped by the fact I spend a good 7-8 hours a day in front of my laptop or desk top at work, so as well as a face mist which I spray as religiously as I apply lip balm, this serum is one I use twice a day, always after cleansing and before my moisturising cream. The end result? My skin absolutely loves it, my skin feels hydrated, none of those pesky dry patches hanging about on my cheeks or forehead, my skin has a subtle but natural glow and it works well with all the other products in my routine without causing any break outs or reactions!

It is an absolute delight to use, smells incredible and you can find it via Lookfantastic, Cult Beauty, Space NK and Marks & Spencer to name a few places! If you see it, grab it!

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