MAC Cosmetics Mystery Makeup Bag (WORTH OVER £75)

Following on from the amazing Black Friday offers that MAC Cosmetics had to offer, they are now back with a Mystery Makeup Bag offer which you can get your hands on right now.

Worth over £75, this offer features a selection of 7 products, which MAC describe as being 'must-have' for just £35

Create showstopping looks with this exclusive 7-piece set, full of MAC must-haves in universally flattering shades. Features a full-size Eyeshadow Palette and much more

Featuring a full-sized eyeshadow which is in the shade burgundy which on its own retails for £26 has 9 shades:

• Honey Lust: Bronzedipped peach (Lustre)
• Poppyseed: Midtone mauvey nude (Satin)
• Quarry: Soft muted plum brown (Matte)
• Antiqued: Ash brown with bronze (Veluxe Pearl)
• Embark: Intense reddish brown (Matte)
• #Noir: Deep black brown w/ gold pearls (Velvet)
• Haux: Soft muted rosy brown (Satin)
• Star Violet: Pinky brown plum (Veluxe Pearl)
• Sketch: Burgundy with red shimmer (Velvet)

Alongside the eyeshadow palette, there is the beauty bag and inside you will find items including Strobe Cream (mini), Fix+ (mini), Lipglass Clear (mini) and then two full-sized products in the form of a lipstick for which the shade hasn't been shared and the Extreme Dimension 3D Mascara.

On sale now for just £35, the MAC Cosmetics Mystery Makeup Bag is worth over £75.

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L’Oréal True Match Nude Plumping Tinted Serum

I am very much still wearing tinted serums rather than foundations currently and the last addition to my collection was kindly gifted to me by L'Oreal. The True Match Nude Plumping Tinted Serum is said to unite skincare and makeup with this innovative blend.  I have used a few similar products to this, one being from Revolution and other from Typology, so I was intrigued to see which I preferred.

This L’Oreal True Match Nude Plumping Tinted Serum is available in nine different shades, which for many won't be inclusive and L'Oreal does claim that each shade does cater for 99% of UK skin tones and whilst I suspect there will never be that shade for everyone, I do think brands have finally put more thought and research into the shades they offer.

Discover NEW True Match Nude Plumping Tinted Serum with 1% Hyaluronic Acid. The perfect match of skincare and makeup - this innovative formula combines the benefits of a skincare serum with the radiance and coverage of a foundation. 

With 9 super blendable shades this sheer formula is able to easily blend on to a variety of skintones, leaving skin with a naturally luminous finish for a flawless nude look.

The no makeup, makeup trend is one I am most definitely a fan of, I like that natural, fresh skin look rather than that caked on, unnatural look that I was probably too big a fan of in my teens - foundation a few shades too dark, over lined eyes, thinly tweezed brows, yep we have all been there.  Now, as I have matured (lol) I am very much less is more.  

This L'Oreal Paris True Match Nude Plumping Tinted Serum, is a serum which uses the plumping power of Hyaluronic Acid Serum with the coverage of a foundation. Lightweight in texture and definitely more serum-like than foundation, I was sent shade 0.5-2 Very Light.  Whenever I am shade matched for a foundation, it is very rare that I move out of the lightest shade bracket, unless I have caught the sun. 

L’Oreal have the following shades;

• 0.5-2 Very Light
• 2-3 Light
• 3-4 Light – Medium
• 4-5 Medium
• 5-6 Medium – Tan
• 6-7 Tan
• 7-8 Tan – Deep
• 8-10 Deep
• 10.5-11 Rich Deep

Sitting inside a glass bottle, the Tinted serum clearly does have luminous particles within its formula and the serum is dispensed with the use of a pipette, which I either apply using my fingers and buff with a brush, or apply with a beauty  blender.  This serum is designed to instantly brighten the skin as well to even and hydrate and as it does conceal and hydrate all in one to create that natural, soft dewy look.

It does give a light to medium coverage to the skin and it does a really good job at blurring some imperfections, so if like me you suffer with a slight redness to the cheeks, it does help to conceal those really well.  The swatches shown above are unedited, so you can see what the shade looks like when it first comes out of the bottle, then as I blend it and finally as it is blended onto my skin, with the bottom photo swatches.

What I love is that you could use this Tinted Serum with or without a primer.  For me, if I am wanting to get out of the door in double quick time, I apply it as I would a serum without anything else and it lasts most of the day on my skin, fading slightly around the nose and cheeks first.  If I have a bit more time, I will prime and then apply before finishing with a loose powder to keep that mid-afternoon shine as much at bay as I can. 

I mentioned earlier in this post that I had tried similar products from both Revolution and Typology, the latter being my absolute favourite and it still is. The difference for me between Typology and this L’Oréal serum is application and how my skin feels when using, though both have a dropper dispenser which is annoying to use.

This L’Oréal True Match Nude Plumping Tinted Serum is widely available online via Lookfantastic, Boots and Superdrug where it ranges in price from £11 up to £13.99.

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Caudalie Vinopure Skincare Range

The Vinopure range from Caudalie is up there with some of my favourite ever products and not only have they now launched onto Escentual, but the range has had a little bit of an update and I am here to share it with you. The Vinopure range is described as being a natural, simple and effective solution for combination/oily skin and it helps to reduce blemishes, shine, refine pores and reveal a new glowing complexion.

With a complete skincare routine featuring four products - Vinopure Purifying Gel Cleanser, Moisturising Mattifying Fluid, Blemish Control Salicylic Serum, Purifying Toner, four glorious products from my favourite range.  

Starting with the Vinopure Gel Cleanser is the first essential step in your beauty routine against blemishes. It cleanses, tightens pores and reduces excess sebum without drying skin out, leaving it clean, fresh and luminous. Enriched with 99% natural-origin ingredients, the Caudalie Purifying Gel Cleanser deeply cleanses your skin for a fresh, luminous feeling. 

In true Caudalie style, the vegan formula contains a trio of essential oils, including anti-inflammatory lavender oil, decongesting lemongrass oil and toning peppermint oil. The organic elixir is infused with natural salicylic acid to unclog and tighten pores, while the formula also battles excess sebum whilst retaining the skin’s natural moisture for a healthy-looking complexion. 

The second product happens to be my favourite ever product from Caudalie with the Vinopure Purifying Toner. Described as being perfect for combination skin and the product to help battle the blemishes, this is one product that I have repurchased time and time again because I absolutely love it.

Again, described as being perfect for treating combination skin, this toner is described as being one which acts like a ‘vacuum for your pores’. It is formulated with 100% natural salicylic acid, antioxidant, age-defying grape polyphenols, organic rosewater and antibacterial organic essential oils of rosemary and peppermint which work to purify skin without drying it out. When it is applied to the skin, which I use to apply with a reusable cotton pad, it has the most wonderful scent due to the fresh peppermint but, thanks to the inclusion of Rosemary prevents it from being too overly potent and  I find it really relaxing and calming. On the skin, the texture is a weightless water-like texture.

The Vinopure Blemish Control Salicylic Serum is described as being concentrated and potent yet gentle and it has been primarily designed for targeted treatment of blemishes by gently exfoliating and unclogging pores.

Formulated with the highest concentration of natural salicylic acid, grape seed polyphenols and Peppermint and Rosemary organic essential oils.  On the skin, this lightweight yet potent gel serum melts into skin and its job is to help reduce blemishes, blackheads and excess oil whilst also tightening pores and smoothing skin’s texture. The salicylic acid works hard to flush out excess oil and clarify clogged pores, with the rosewater working to enhance and hydrate skin, preventing the formula from drying out your complexion.  There is also the inclusion of antioxidant grape seed polyphenols which protect the skin and prevent the oil inside your pores from oxidising. Again, the essential oils of peppermint and rosemary provide antiseptic benefits to calm skin and keep it clear, leaving it soft and smooth. 

The final product is the Vinopure Moisturising Mattifying fluid which is described as being a refreshing fluid that offers all-day-long and shine-free hydration.

This Moisturising Mattifying Fluid works to moisturise the skin without leaving behind a greasy residue and it includes Flax seed powder which helps provide long-lasting oil control, soothing organic grape water as well as anti-shine silica and moisturising olive squalane which work to both deeply hydrate the skin, while mattifying oily complexions.  On the skin, this fluid is exactly that, a fluid, so it has a fairly runny texture and it is designed to be applied both morning and evening to the face, neck and décolleté.

When used together as a routine, each one of these four Vinopure skincare products will not only banish oil and reduce the appearance of both enlarged pores and blemishes, it will also work to deliver an intense shot of essential hydration. It leaves my skin feeling soft, smooth and moisturised and does an amazing job at keeping that shine at bay without stripping my skin of essential moisture.

You can find the Caudalie Vinopure Range on Escentual and prices start around £20

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Alpha-H Skincare Liquid Gold Complexion Reboot Trilogy

Alpha-H has started 2022 off with quite the offer and it is one you are going to want to know more about! Partnering with QVC, the Alpha-H Skincare Liquid Gold Complexion Reboot Trilogy is a limited edition collection that features three of its most iconic and innovative formulations.

The Liquid Gold Complexion Reboot Trilogy, worth over £168, launches exclusively online at qvcuk.com on January 6th for under £45, as part of an exclusive TSV offer ending at midnight, January 9th. The Liquid Gold Complexion Reboot Triology contains the award-winning Liquid Gold Midnight Reboot Serum, the Liquid Gold Firming Eye Cream and the original cult classic, Liquid Gold.

I have featured all three of these products on my blog over the past year or so and honestly, as a trio, they are incredible.  

So what is included within the trio?

Liquid Gold, 100ml – If you have never come across or heard of Liquid Gold then you are missing out!  Described as being the original cult-favourite, this accelerating acid treatment utilises the benefits of 5% Glycolic Acid, soothing Licorice Extract and moisture binding Silk Proteins combined with a low-pH delivery system to resurface, brighten and revitalise the skin overnight and that means that it also helps to improve the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, open pores and acne-prone skin conditions.

Liquid Gold Midnight Reboot Serum, 50ml - I am on my third bottle of this serum now, that is how much I and my skin love it.  Said to be an industry first formula which combines two of skincare’s most efficacious ingredients of 14% Glycolic Acid and 1% Granactive Retinoid and they are quite the combination because these two ingredients shouldn't be friends, but they absolutely are in this serum. Working alongside the likes of Australian Tazman Pepper which helps to reduce the overall appearance of redness and Ferulic Acid with its potent antioxidant properties acting as a safeguard against free-radical damage, they work to target pigmentation, dullness, uneven texture, congestion, diminished elasticity and the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles – all without irritating the skin!

Liquid Gold Firming Eye Cream, 15ml – If ever there was an eye cream you need, especially if like me you don't get enough sleep, it is this one.  Described as being lightweight, this illuminating eye cream targets wrinkle depth, hyperpigmentation and reduces the appearance of under eye puffiness and dark shades creating a ‘softfocus effect’ with quadruple peptide technology. It also contains Australian Lime Pearl AHA’s which accelerates cell turnover to soften and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. It is a delight to use with its metallic applicator, even better if it has been in the fridge!.

Together this trio make quite the team and are a great introduction to Alpha-H as a brand if you are yet to board the Alphaholic bandwagon (affectionate term given to Alpha-H fans) and a great way to stock up if you need more Alpha-H in your stash! 

It is also worth noting that if you were to buy the items in this Liquid Gold Complexion Reboot Trilogy set individually from Alpha-H, you’d pay £168.89. So with the Today’s Special Value price of £45 plus P&P you’re saving £120.04 - (QVC item number 245848 ).

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