L'Occitane Immortelle Reset

What if you could hit "Reset", erase the impact of stress and fatigue and wake up every morning with fresh, reset, rested healthy-looking skin?

Is the question asked by L'Occitane upon the launch and release of their new Immortelle Resent Overnight Reset Oil-in-Serum.  

As products go, this one certainly has the wow factor when it comes to being beautiful looking, I mean all those little colourful balls floating about in a serum waiting to be popped had me as soon as I saw it.   We all lead busy lives, much busier than some generations have ever faced, something my friends mum commented on recently.  With these busy lives comes stress, pollution and more besides.  With all this in mind, we sleep less, are always in a hurry and sometimes we all need to just sit back, take a few minutes of time to reset.

Immortelle Reset from L'Occitane recognises the busy lives we lead, the stress and fatigue we all face, more so skin fatigue. So when asked the question posed at the beginning of the post, would you?

It is common knowledge that our skin is best able to repair and regenerate itself at night without having to fight common aggressors such as UV Rays, pollution and stress. It is said that during this peaceful time, our skin is better able to absorb and metabolise active ingredients from our skincare for maximum impact.  With that in mind, the Immortelle Reset is most effective when used at night and there are three ingredients which are suspended in what is referred to as being an innovative dual textured serum and they are:

• IMMORTELLE ESSENTIAL OIL is an iconic and powerful anti-oxidant. The plant extracts have the power to boost collagen production and double the rate of micro-circulation in the skin, aiding in cell renewal and skin firmness.
• ACMELLA OLERACEA EXTRACT is known by some as the natural alternative to Botox. When applied topically, this plant extract relaxes muscle tension under the skin and by doing so, eases the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles for skin that looks rested.
• MARJORAM EXTRACT is a powerful active ingredient works on the basis of Epigenetics: it has the ability to restart gene expression functions that have become dormant and less effective due to natural ageing and external aggressors such as UV, pollution and stress.

So, all three of these fabulous ingredients work together in this dual texture and when it is applied to the skin, the first thing to note is just how lightweight the texture is, the water-gel being so light you barely even notice it.  Absorbed quickly, those golden yellow balls you see suspended within the serum, burst and slowly deliver a powerful dose of Immortelle oil extracts deep into the skin.

I love how this feels on my skin, it is smooth, non-sticky and non-greasy. I use this serum as my first step after cleansing in an evening but before my regular serum and night cream and I definitely, have skin which looks and feels more hydrated and moisturised, plus there is a glow! 

Priced at £49 you find it Immortelle Reset right here and I would love to know if you are a fan of L'Occitane.

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touch in SOL Dixi Chicxi Glossy

There is no stopping touch in SOL right now with their new releases and if you haven't heard of them or come across the brand before, then I have shared plenty of them right here on this blog! Hailing from Korea, touch in SOLhas been designed to embrace the spirit of Korean innovation. touch In Sol is fun, innovative and uses some of the most advanced technologies. If you know anything about Korean Beauty, you will be aware that they are very much ahead of us when it comes to beauty innovations, so the chance to try them as soon as they hit the UK is quite special.

The latest new release is quite catchy and Dixi Chicxi Glossy is a soft creamy tint which gives you a vivid shot of colour to create rosy cheeks.   

What I like about these, and I have three of them, is the texture.  It is neither sticky or tacky when applied and instead feels really moisturising.  With the doe-foot applicator, you can dab the colour onto your cheeks and then use your fingers to blend it or even a brush and beauty blender, depending on your preference.  

There are three shades currently to work with which are Vivid Orange, Sweet Pink and Soft Coral and depending on your preference, you can build up the colour to get the look you are hoping for.  If the application to the cheeks is not for you, then you can also use them as a gloss and again, they work well on their own or with a lipstick.  I tend to use Sweet Pink to give my cheeks a flush of colour.

The swatches shown in the top photo are unedited and the same with the second photo, only the sun was shining rather brightly, what you see is what you get with Dixi Chicxi. From left to right we have Soft Coral, Vivid Orange and Sweet Pink.  I really like all three shades and think they are perfect for the Summer.

Available now, you can find out more about Dixi Chicxi and the rest of the touch in SOL range via Debenhams, Selfridges and ASOS.

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Glossybox - Back To 'Beauty' School Edition

Whilst September means the start of the new school year, for Glossybox, it means the start of the new 'Beauty' school year and this months box has been expertly curated to bring 6 products which are designed to help you prep and get organised.  Within this box, you will find products for the skin, some makeup, your hair, your lips and even your brows!

The first item out of the box is the BeautyPro Detoxifying Bubbling Mask with Activated Charcoal. Now I love a good mask and right now, I am loving masks which bubble, they are so much fun and when life has been a bit stressful, you need a bit of fun. 

Using activated charcoal, often described as being a miracle worker for blemish prone skin, alongside extracts of lime, lemon, apple, orange and grapefruit (this is how I get my 5 a day) this mask is a self-foaming sheet mask that rids skin of daily dirt, oil and impurities. It's not tested on animals and it is free from parabens, mineral oils, lanolin and petroleum and best of all it is just £4.95 and you can even find it in Sainsbury's!

The second item out of the box is the Your Facial Mini Scrubber. Coming all the way from the USA, this dual texture facial scrubber is made using soy and a natural cotton base layer which helps to create a really rich lather.

Said to be perfect for sensitive skin, it has been dermatologically tested, is cruelty free and is perfect for travelling.  So it is coming with me to EuroDisney in 7 weeks time and it retails for £8.85!

Next comes an Eyebrow Cream from Bang Beauty. Admittedly this is not a brand I have heard of before and one of the reasons I love beauty boxes is for this reason.  We all know how popular the brows are and what a difference they can make to your makeup look and even your face.

This Eyebrow Cream has a really creamy consistency and lightweight when using. It comes with its own angled brush for application and it would give some other HD Brow products a real run for their money.  I have the shade Milk Chocolate, which is a slightly too dark for my brows, but if I apply it lightly enough and use my spoolie, I can get it to work.  Priced at £16.80.

One item of makeup I never ever seem to purchase are Lip Liners and within this months Glossybox we have a Karl Lagerfeld Lip Liner in shade Rosewood. 

Lining your lips is said to be essential for defining and prolonging the wear of your lipstick (oops) and this liner is made of a soft wax which gives a really creamy formula to work with. The shade, Rosewood will work with quite a few of my lipsticks, so I am keen to give it a try. Priced at £25.

Item number five from Glossybox comes from the Grow Gorgeous brand and it is a product I really like and am glad to have back in my stash and that is Scalp Detox. Scalp Dexotxing should be as much a part of your routine as using an exfoliator on the face.

This little number uses natural Castor Oil Beads, White Willow Bark extract and Pomegranate Fruit Enzymes to gently exfoliate the scalp, providing a deep, intensive clean that eliminates clogging impurities, product build up, dry skin and dandruff to create the ideal environment for hair growth. I have combination hair which means oily roots and dry ends and having oily roots often means a dry scalp, so products such as this are amazing to use. A deluxe mini at 50ml and worth £7.37.

The final item in this months Glossybox is a packet of Be Fresh Antibacterial Wipes from Wet Ones and whilst I don't use them on my face to remove makeup, I do use them to remove swatches before washing my hands and arms and I do have some on my desk at work just in case.  Worth £1.19.

I think this months box is fabulous, I actually like all of the contents and will use them. I have discovered some new products I didn't know I needed, have been reaquainted with some trusty favourites and GLOSSYBOX’S ‘Back To School' edition is available now and you can subscribe from just £10 a month (+P&P) or take advantage of a 12-month subscription, saving £18 at www.glossybox.co.uk.

Not forgetting at the end of this month, Glossybox have a collaboration with Sunday Riley which you can read more about HERE and if you love a Beauty Advent Calendar, guess what? Yes, Glossybox have one of those too and you can read all about that HERE.

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Caudalie Vinopure Collection - Starter Kit

Whether you want products for hydration, anti-pollution, radiance-boosting or just to cleanse, tone and moisturise then Caudalie have a whole catalogue of products to choose from. New to the range comes Vinopure, 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. 

Over the past few weeks, I have been using the Vinopure 3-Step Routine using this 15 Day Clear Skin starter kit and it has been such a great way of getting to know a brand new collection.

The set contains:

Purifying Toner (50ml) - Described as being an essential clarifier for combination skin it is my favourite of the three products so far. I love that it is weightless on the skin and is instantly refreshing but more importantly for me, it doesn't sting or leave my skin feeling dry and taut after using. 

Infused with a blend of Salicylic Acid, Grape Polyphenols and organic essential oils work to draw out impurities from deep within pores.   What I have noticed the most since using this toner twice a day is the difference in the dryness of my skin.  I have combination/oily skin and as well as often having the mid-afternoon shine, I have really dry cheeks and do everything I can to ensure they are as hydrated as they possibly can be.  Using this toner has changed how dry my cheeks feel to the touch.  

This toner can be used twice a day, after cleansing and you simply use a cotton pad and apply to the face, neck and décolleté. 

Blemish Control Infusion Serum (10ml) - Described as being a concentrated purifying serum primarily designed for targeted treatment of blemishes. 

For me, a serum is always part of my skincare routine and has been since I had my skin scanned and it was pointed out to me that I had patches of dehydration. This Serum again natural Salicylic Acid, Grape-Seed Polyphenols, Rose Water and organic essential oils all of which come together and work to visibly diminish the look of blemishes, tighten pores and refine the skin’s texture. Again, this serum has a gel like consistency and on the skin, it is really lightweight and absorbs really quickly and is really refreshing.  Suitable for sensitive skin, the formula boasts antiseptic benefits to soothe any irritation and it can also be used as a targeted spot treatment.

To use, you apply morning and evening to the face, neck and décolleté and allow it to absorb before applying your cream.

Skin Perfecting Mattifying Fluid (15ml) - This is the final product of this trio and it is described as being a rich and velvety moisturiser which is ideal for oily and blemish-prone skin. 

This fluid is enriched with organic rosewater, grape polyphenols and organic essential oils all of which come together to help absorb excess sebum, reduce imperfections and refines the skin texture, to leave the complexion clear and fresh.  I love how nourishing this is, it is the one product of the three that I was unsure about when I started to use them, but having stuck with it and continued to use it as part of the 3-step skincare routine, what I love is how mattifying it is for my skin.  Again, having a mid-afternoon shine on the face can be soul destroying when you are in the middle of a working day and don't have time to grab your blotting paper or your powder to touch up.  Using a product like this in my skincare has made an improvement, I might be the only one to notice, but to me that is what is most important.

Like the rest of the products within this Starter Kit, the mattifying fluid is lightweight, it doesn't feel as though my skin cannot breathe and I love how refreshed my skin feels.

If you are looking to shake up your skincare routine and want something new to try, have blemishes, sometimes breakouts, combination/oily skin, blemishes and clogged pores, then I cannot recommend trying this enough.  I love that this starter kit is just £12.50 and if you are quick, LookFantastic have an offer to save 20% off which makes it just £10 by using the code 20Skin but you'll have to be quick!

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