Be+Radiance Healthy Skin Makeup

BE+RADIANCE is described as being the first hybrid makeup brand that offers healthy products for all skin tones with clean formulas, skin food ingredients and probiotics to give that skin-friendly makeup. I was lucky enough to be sent a few products from the brands range to try and I’m impressed with what I’ve used.

The word Microbiome is one everyone will have come across in the world of beauty and Be+Radiance also claims to the the first Microbiome Friendly Makeup. So what is meant by the Microbiome? The skin Microbiome is made of microorganisms that live on the skin, this might sound a bit ewww but actually they have and play an important impact on skin health and beauty.

The first of the five products is the Cucumber Water Mattifying Foundation (£26)and it is just as delightful as it sounds.

Described as being a foundation that lets your skin breathe and preserves the skin's balance for healthy skin under luminous and natural makeup. An innovative cucumber water-based liquid foundation, not only is it Silicone free, Mineral Oil Free and Fragrance free plus it is also made from 85% natural ingredients. Giving a light to medium coverage, what I’ve liked about this foundation is not greasy or tacky but feels really light on the skin.

Up next is the Velvet Touch Primer, Natural and Breathable (£22), described as being especially designed to sublime the skin before makeup it helps to refine and smooth the skin naturally for an immediate blur effect.

I adore the texture of this primer, not only does it melt instantly on contact with the skin, but the texture turns slightly to a powder and sits so wonderful without feeling greasy or slimy, but again it is silicone free and uses antioxidant pomegranate extract to help moisturise.

Skincare, my favourite thing to discuss if you hadn’t guessed brings me to the third product and that is the Multi-Purpose Face Oil (£34).

This Face Oil can be used as a skincare, you can mix it with your foundation and it can also be used as a makeup remover if you emulsify it with water. It features just seven ingredients which are:

• Rape Seed Oil Extract: This is light, ultra-penetrating and non-greasy emollient, plus it is rich in omega 3, it is particularly effective in maintaining skin elasticity.
• Sunflower oil: Packed with Omega 6, Omega 9 and vitamin E, it is used for its nourishing and protective properties.
• Desert Date Oil: Rich in Omega 6, it is known for its antioxidant, regenerating and repairing properties for the skin and hair.
• Gentle Emulsifier: Of plant origin, it is incorporated into the formula to allow for gentle makeup removal.
• Lactobacillus Rhamnosus: Active biotics that positively cultivate bacterial flora to protect and rebalance the skin microbiome.
• Protium Resin: This plant resin has anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.
• Vitamin E: Powerful natural antioxidant.

What I really like about this oil is that it is not greasy when applied to the skin, it definitely has that oil like texture, but without the slime.  I have used this as a makeup remover and it actually does a really good job at removing almost everything - except waterproof mascara that never wants to budge.  I am however, yet to mix it with my foundation because I don't wear it in the summer.

The final two products are the ones you might have seen mentioned the most on your social media, the BE+RADIANCE SET+GLOW Probiotic Powder+Highlighter and the BE+RADIANCE COLOR+GLOW Probiotic Blush+Highlighter Blush (£29 each)

Starting with the BE+RADIANCE SET+GLOW Probiotic Powder+Highlighter (£29) which is available in 17 different options, which I find quite impressive.

I have shade 20 and absolutely love it.  It is, as you might expect by now both Talc free and silicone free and it contains some lovely ingredients which includes:

• Organic Moringa Oil: Has moisturizing, emollient and softening properties. It promotes the renewal of skin cells, and improves the protective and barrier function of the skin.
• Organic Arrow Root Powder: Mattifies the skin
• Organic Jojoba Oil: Protects against dehydration and regulates the secretion of sebum. It effectively fights against the signs of skin ageing.
• Organic Sunflower Oil: Nourishes and softens the skin
• Organic Shea Butter: Promotes skin regeneration, hydrates and nourishes deeply.

Designed to both mattifying and illuminate, it is a beautiful product with an amazing shade range.

Then with the BE+RADIANCE COLOR+GLOW Probiotic Blush+Highlighter Blush (£29) there is a shade range of six different options. I have shade range 02 which gives a coral peach blush and a darker highlighter which is almost a bronze shade.

Again, this is Talc free and silicone free and it contains some lovely ingredients which includes:

• Active Lactobacillus Rhamnosus
• Organic moringa oil: Has moisturizing, emollient and softening properties. It promotes the renewal of skin cells, and improves the protective and barrier function of the skin.
• Organic Arrow Root Powder: Mattifies the skin
• Organic Jojoba Oil: Protects against dehydration and regulates the secretion of sebum. It effectively fights against the signs of skin ageing.
• Organic Sunflower Oil: Nourishes and softens the skin
• Organic Shea Butter: Promotes skin regeneration, hydrates and nourishes deeply.

Again, a really beautiful pigmented product which for me is a case of less is more with my natural British skin tone.  

Be+Radiance is a brand that is made with 85% to 100% natural ingredients, it is made in France and is both Vegan and Cruelty Free.  Available online via both Be+Radiance and Feelunique.

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Skinceuticals Glycolic 10 Renew Overnight

The word 'acid' is one that still has people gasping when it comes to skincare, non-beauty blogger friends of mine think that to put any form of acid on your skin is madness and I used to be one of them.  Over the years, I've tried a whole series of different acids on my skin - Glycolic, Mandelic, Lactic, Salicylic, Ferulic and more besides, each one having its own success or not.  When, Skinceuticals Glycolic 10 Renew Overnight was kindly sent to me, I was excited to give it a try.

Described as being a potent glycolic acid cream that works to improve the appearance of the skins texture and tone and is perfect for those with skin that is described as being Dry, Normal, Oily, Combination and for those who have concerns about discoloration and Ageing. It works by promoting a brighter complexion and improving overall skin flow by 36%. How the 36% is shared following an 8-week clinical study, Glycolic 10 Renew Overnight significantly improved the appearance of key markers of glowing skin:

• 36% average improvement in radiance
• 37% average improvement in skin texture
• 19% average improvement in skin tone

Suitable for nightly use, this cream is really lightweight on the skin, if you are not used to using an acid in your skincare, then it is worth giving your skin time to get used to it over a few weeks. The advice being to apply an even, pea-sized layer over the entire face and neck, then after one week, increase to every evening or as advised by a skincare professional.  For my skin, I have used acids for a few years now, but I did start off using products a few times a week for a few weeks and then gradually increased the usage.

As you can imagine, this cream is packed with some amazing ingredients and they include:

• 10% Glycolic Free Acid Value - Derived from sugar cane, this fruit acid not only helps to stimulate skin’s natural exfoliation process but it also works to minimise the build-up of dead skin cells which results in the improvement to the appearance of skin texture, tone, and a brighter complexion.
• 2% Phytic acid - This is naturally present in legumes and seeds and it not only provides dual-action exfoliation but also skin brightening effects. It further helps to inhibit the impact of skin aggressors that can cause dullness, promoting skin clarity and glow.
• 1% Soothing complex - Featuring a combination of natural oils and botanicals, such as jojoba and sunflower seed, this wax forms a protective, breathable layer on skin to help lock in hydration and provide comfort.

On the skin, this cream is really lightweight and absorbs much quicker than I was expecting it to do and it isn't greasy, sticky or tacky either.

I absolutely love what I call lazy skincare, basically, you apply this after washing your face at night and let it work its magic whilst you sleep and then the following morning, wash your face as normal.  Some overnight products do leave your skin feeling as though you have rubbed it with lard and that you immediately want to wash your face and everything on it, with the Skinceuticals Glycolic 10 Renew Overnight product, it is the exact opposite, instead you wake up with your skin feeling so soft, smooth and moisturised.

If you hadn't guessed, I cannot tell you how much I love this product, if I could bathe my whole body in this treatment, you can absolutely bet that I would.  Now, the downside? it is pricey at £80 for 50ml, but it is worth every single penny. 

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Rituals Advent Calendar 2022 News

For those who, like me, love their Beauty Advent Calendars, I have already revealed some of those coming to your screens in just a matter of months!  Today is the turn of Rituals!

For those who are a fan of the brand, for 2022, Rituals will again have two Advent Calendars, the great thing about them is that are suitable for men and women.

Do you want to count down to Christmas in a unique way? Give yourself or the people you love a luxurious RITUALS advent calendar this year, filled with 24 surprising moments of happiness. Make sure you get this elegant gift on time and count down to a wonderful Christmas. Buy the advent calendar in the UK in one of our stores or order the advent calendar easily online. In 2022, the Rituals advent calendar will be available in two unique versions, each containing 24 luxurious gifts. Behind each door, or in every house of the winter village, you will find a wonderful surprise to enrich body, mind and soul.

As yet there is no date as to when these Advent Calendars will go on sale, or how much they will cost, but as a reminder from 2021, the 2D Advent Calendar was priced at £60 and the 3D Advent Calendar was priced at £90 - a reminder of those can be found here.

If you want to be reminded as to when these Advent Calendars go on sale, there is a waiting list that you can sign up to and be alerted to the sale.

Join the Rituals Advent Calendar waiting list

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Aldi Lacura Flawless Veil Translucent Powder - Laura Mercier Dupe?

You might have noticed that Aldi Lacura has released an impressive amount of products in recent weeks - the Flawless Coverage CC Cream and Vitabase Moisturising Primer to name two of them. Today I am back with another product and that is the Aldi Lacura Flawless Veil Translucent Powder.

As you might have guessed, the Aldi Lacura Flawless Veil Translucent Powder has been inspired by the much loved Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder, which everyone, including myself, raves about.  The difference between Aldi and Laura Mercier is £4.99 v £34 which is quite the saving, but is the Aldi Flawless Veil Translucent Powder any good?

Well as always, the packaging is always a highly contentious debate and I don't think they are too similar this time, with the Aldi jar being matte white but with a shiny bronze, slightly domed lid.  Then with the powder, Laura Mercier prides herself on having a lightweight, exceptionally milled powder and it really is both of those, Aldi whilst being talc free, is slightly heavier, though still light enough that when applied you can barely notice it - that is once you have got the hang of applying it.

Right now in the heat, I am sure many of us are 'no makeup' and whilst I still wear tinted moisturiser, I tend to use a setting powder for those shiny face parts and with this powder, whilst there is no accompany powder puff, I instead use a small flat powder brush to dab it on to the areas I need to use it on.

What this powder doesn't do is make your skin look as though you have just placed it in a bowl of talcum powder (thankfully), it also doesn't have a scent to it either.  What it does do is mop up all that excess oil, keep the shine at bay and does a pretty good job at setting makeup.  

When it comes to how long it lasts, Laura Mercier claim their version sets makeup for up to 16 hours, how true that is I don't know because I don't ever wear makeup for that long and if I am going out in the evening, chances are I will re-apply my makeup anyway.  The Aldi Lacura version definitely lasts 4-5 hours, even in this heat before you need to re-apply and it also does a good job at blurring pores and imperfections, just as the Laura Mercier one does. 

At £4.99 this is a really good back-up if you are very much a Laura Mercier fan, definitely worth trying.  You can find it in stores from 28th July!

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