My Evening Skincare Routine

Hi everyone,

I thought I would share with my evening skincare routine. I think some things might have changed since I last did one of these. But some of the catagories will included more than one product, as I do like alternate some things in my skincare routine just so then my skin doesn't get used to same products. I also had difficulty with one of the photos, and I have tried my best to get it as clear as I possibly could.

Double Cleansing

Cleansing Balm - Pixi Nourishing Cleansing Balm or Clinique 'Take the Day Off' Cleansing Balm

Cleanser - Elemis Lime Blossom Cleanser

I have been using the 'double cleansing' method since last September. For my first cleanse I use a cleansing balm, and the one that I'm currently using is the Pixi Nourishing Cleansing Balm. For my second cleanse I use a cleansing milk, and my favourite one to use is the Elelmis Lime Blossom Cleanser as this is a purifying cleanser. Even though this is a purifying cleanser it doesn't strip the skin of it natural oils.

Toner

Omorovicza 'Queen of Hungary' Mist or Elemis Lavender Toner

I've just recently finished using the Elemis Lavender Toner, and I'm now trying the Omorovicza 'Queen of Hungary' mist. This is a lovely relaxing and refreshing toner as it is fragranced with rose and neroli oils, and it also has a super fine mist.

Facial Oils & Serums

Antioxident Serum - Caudalie Polyphenol C15 Serum

Anti Redness Serum/ Oil - Maunka Doctor Normalising Facial Oil or REN Anti Redness Serum

Pai Rosehip Oil

I apply the Caudalie Polyphenol C15 serum first, which is then followed by the Manuka Doctor Normalising facial oil. My final step is the Pai Rosehip oil. My skin seems to respond well to these serums and oils, and I've already got a back up of the Caudalie Polyphenol C15 serum, and I've got a different Rosehip oil to try once the one from Pai runs out.

Moisturiser & Eye Cream

Moisturiser - Clinique Moisture Surge

Eye Cream - Clinique 'All About Eyes'

I really like the Moisture Surge moisturiser from Clinique, as its hydrating and it also has a lightweight gel texture that sinks into the skin straight away. It also has a lovely cooling effect on the skin once it has been applied. So far the only the eye cream I can use is the Clinique 'All About Eyes', as this doesn't irritate my sensitive eyes. This has a lightweight, gel texture and it also sinks into the skin straight away. You only need apply a really small amount under the eyes.

Beauty Haul - June 2017

Hi everyone,

I've recently been doing a little bit of shopping, and I thought I would share it with you. Some of these products are completely new to me and some are repurchases. Also, I had a little bit of trouble with some of photos, so some items won't have a photograph to go them.

Kedma Body Scrub in Kiwi & Mango, & Kedma Body Butter in Kiwi

I actually brought this as a gift set, as I fell in love with the kiwi fragrance. I have used one of their body scrubs before but it was in the peach scent. It is a very gritty scrub and a little goes a long way, and this tub will last me between 12-18 months. Also, the body scrub leaves the skin feeling really soft and smooth. I've never used their body butters before, so I'm really looking forward to using it.

Lush Retread Hair Conditioner & Lush H'Suan Wen Hua Hair Treatment

These are two Lush which are completely new to me, one I've tried and the other one I need to try. The one which I've tried is the Retread conditioner, and I had this recommended to me years ago and I just never brought it. This is a lightweight conditioner that also just happens to be very rich, so you don't need a lot. I use this through my ends and leave it on for a couple of minutes, and I then rinse my thoroughly to make sure that its all out. I haven't got around to trying H'Suan Wen Hua hair treatment, but this is a 20 minute pre-shampoo treatment. So you put it on and leave it for 20 minutes before you shampoo and condition as normal. All I can say is that it has a cinnamon scent to it.

Lush Rehab Shampoo

This is a Lush repurchase, and one of my favourite shampoos to use. So I have decided to invest in largest size that they offer. It leaves my hair feeling clean and fresh, and follow up this by using the Retread conditioner. Both of these together leaves my hair feeling like I've just come out of the hairdressers, as well as making my head smell like a Palma Violet.

MAC Volcanic Ash Exfoliator

This is hard to find stores, so I had to order it off the MAC website. But I've heard nothing but good reviews about this exfoliator. I'm looking forward to using this, as I'm due for running out of my current gritty exfoliator.

Clinique Moisture Surge Moisturiser

One of the best moisturisers I've found, as its lightweight, very hydrating plus it also sinks into the skin straight away. I really like to use this as part of my evening skincare routine.

The next two products I had difficulty in taking the photographs for.

Clinique Blush Pop in 'Peach Pop'

I've been thinking about trying the Blush Pop blushes for a while, so I decided to pick one up. I originally wanted 'Pink Pop', but they were sold out, so I decided to get 'Peach Pop', which is just a natural peach shade thats ideal if you just want fairly neutral blush shade.

Maybelline Lipstick in 'Pink Fling'

This is a neutral pink lipstick thats ideal to wear everyday.

Review: Pixi Nourishing Cleansing Balm

Hi everyone,

I have been using the Pixi Nourishing Cleansing Balm for the last few months, and I thought I would share my views with you.

I have been using the Pixi Nourishing Cleansing Balm as the first cleanse of my 'double cleansing' routine in the evening.

I really like using the Pixi Nourishing Cleansing Balm as it leaves my skin feeling soft, nourished and hydrated.

Claims

- Balm to oil cleanser melts away make up and impurities for clear, glowing skin

- It deep cleanses as it nourishes with added sweet almond oil, shea butter and vitamin E

- Has a rich and luxious texture

- Leaves the complexion feeling plumped and nourished

Overall, I'm really impressed with the Pixi Nourishing Cleansing Balm, especially as the first cleanse of my skincare routine. It cleanses my skin really well, but it does this without stripping away the natural oils out of the skin.

Review: Argan Secret Miracle Masque

Hi everyone,

I have been using the Argan Secret Miracle Masque for a good few months, so I thought I would share my thoughts on what I think about it with you.

The Argan Secret Miracle Masque is a lightweight hair mask that actually packs a punch. I use this hair mask once a week just to give my hair a little TLC. Because my hair is fine, but there's lots of it I use two pumps of the Argan Secret Miracle Masque and I leave it on for around 5-10 minutes. This leaves my hair feeling soft, hydrated and conditioned. It also leaves my hair smelling like a fruit cocktail.

Claims

- A reconstructing hair cocktail preventing and repairing damage

- Leaves hair feeling silky, more manageable and moisturised with improved lustre and sheen

- Argan oil infused delivery system

- Leave on for 5-10 minutes

- Free from parabans and propylene glycol

- No animal testing or animal ingredients

- Smells gorgeous

Overall, I'm thoughly impressed with this hair mask, as its really moisturised and also a little bit goes a really long way. I'd definatly recommend you trying this mask if you get the chance. They do offer this hair mask in a smaller sachet for you to sample.

Collective MAC Haul

Hi everyone,

I have recently been doing a fair bit of shopping at MAC, and all of this was purchased over a period of three months. My favourite place to shop for MAC is at the House of Fraser store in Manchester, as their customer service out does the service that I received from Selfridges by miles. I've always been made to feel welcome, and they also don't rush me even if I am a little undecided on what shades of products I want to purchase.

Lip Pencils

I have been intestested in trying out the MAC lip pencils for a while because I've that they have a creamy formula. The one on the left is a Pro Longwear lip pencil in the shade 'Good Timing', and the centre and the one of the right are just the standard lip pencils that MAC offer, and these are in the shades 'Edge to Edge' and 'Soar'. Both of the standard lip pencils are in the "my lips, but better" shades.

Eyeshadow Refill Pans

I usually buy the refill pans as they work out a little cheaper than buying the eyeshadow pots. The shades I have got in this duo are 'Steamy' and 'Fresh Water'. These apply to eyes really easily, and they are also able to blend out easily. 

Lip Scrubtious

These are the new lip scrubs from MAC, and I decided to get the one in 'Candied Nectar'. I had to buy this online as I funny feeling that it had sold out in stores. These lip scrubs have an oily texture to them once they have been applied to the lips, but they also have a gritty texture which is great if you need to give your lips a good scrub.

Lipsticks in 'Snob', 'Syrup', 'Plumful', 'Speed Dial' & 'Girl About Town'

Lipsticks

My MAC lipstick collection has somehow exploded over the past few months and I have no idea why. Over the past few months I have purchased five MAC lipsticks, which isn't like me. But I have found out that I prefer the more pinky-mauve shades on my lips, as my lips are natually quite pigmented. The shades I have purchased are 'Snob', 'Syrup', 'Plumful', 'Speed Dial' & 'Girl About Town'.

'Project Use It Up' 2017 Update

Hi everyone,

I have decided to add a few more items into my 'Project Use It Up', as I'm due for finishing up one item sometime within the next week.

The items that I'm adding in are: -
- Lacome Lip Lover in 316 (mini)
- Boots No.7 High Shine Lip Pencil in Pink (mini)
- Boots No.7 High Shine Lip Pencil in Nude (mini)

If I choose to add any more additional items into my 'Project Use It Up' I will update you on this. They will also be an half way through progress update posted sometime in October, as this is running through April 2017 to the end of April 2018.

Collective Beauty Haul

Hi everyone,

This is something that I haven't blogged about in a while, and its a collective beauty haul. All of these beauty products have been purchased over a period of a few months.

Estee Lauder Double Wear Lip Pencil in 01 Pink

I've been interested in trying the Estee Lauder Double Wear lip pencils for a while. I decided on the pink shade because it seemed to be a little bit brighter than my natural lip colour.

Estee Lauder Pure Colour Lip Envy Hi-Lustre Lipstick in 220 Sheer Sin

This is the second Estee Lauder Hi-Lustre lipstick I own. The first one I purchased was in the shade Bold Innocent, which is a more natural pink shade. The shade in Sheer Sin is a more brighter pink, but it still loooks natural on the lips

Burberry Kisses Lipstick in 33 Rose Pink

This is the only lipstick from Burberry that I currently own, and the shade Rose Pink is like a 'my lips but better' shade on me.

Alpha H Liquid Gold

I've decided to repurchase the Alpha H Liquid Gold, as I have missed this as part of my Saturday skincare routine. I'm really looking forward to using this again once I run out of my Pixi Glow Tonic.

REN Wake Wonderful Night Time Facial

This is a glycolic and lactic acid based serum, which will be getting introduced into my Sunday skincare once I run out of my Pixi Overnight Glow Serum.

Argan Secret Miracle Masque

I decided to purchase this as I was in need of a deep conditioner. This has got to be one of the best smelling hair masks I've tried, as it has a lovely sweet scent to it. It is also a fabulous mask to use, and only need a small amount. It leaves my hair feeling conditioned and hydrated.

My Beautiful Earth Organic Rosehip Oil (50ml)

I was in need of a new Rosehip oil, as my usual one from Pai is due for finishing. I really like the addition of Rosehip in my skincare routine, and I have been using it for around three years.

Clinique 'Take the Day Off' Cleansing Balm

I have decided that I wanted to try the Clinique 'Take the Day Off' cleansing balm, as I've been getting into using cleansing balms/ cleansing oils as a first cleanse in my skincare. I've heard nothing but good reviews for this cleansing balm.

Cover FX Perfect Setting Powder in Light

I have heard nothing but good reviews for this loose powder from Cover FX, and when I was purchasing it I was told by the assistant that powders from Cover FX are talc free. Its also going to make a nice change to my make up routine, as I am currently working my way through a pressed powder.

Farmacy Lip Bloom in Lavender Mint

I wanted to try a Farmacy Lip Bloom in Lavender Mint, as it was getting a lot of hype on Youtube. These are supposed to turn into an oil once they have been applied on the lips, which should make these lip balms a lot more hydrating than standard lip balms. The Lavender Mint scent is lovely, and is also subtle of the lavender note.