Facial routine & Review

Hey guys,

So as part of the whole "New Year New Me" malarkey that I've been striving to commit to, and as I don't currently use make-up I've decided to invest in some facial products to help keep my skin smooth.

(This is only my personal experience with these products, I am fully aware that different people have different skin types and therefore may have a range of experiences when using facial products).

I'm pretty sure that you can purchase all of these items from any Boots worldwide

 Item #1

This removes excess oil, dirt and dead skin cells 

Clean & Clear exfoliating daily wash

I usually use this daily wash first, only because I think it's the harshest due to the micro beads and the way they feel on my skin when I use the wash. I would say be very cautious when using this product although I'm not sure whether my experience had anything to do with the facial wash or not, but when I first began using this product I began to break out more than I had prior to using it. That being said, I would strongly advise that if you are acne prone or have sensitive skin, you stay away from this product as it has proven to be quite harsh on the skin.

The thing that I love about this product -and all the products in my facial routine- is that they are not only effective, but also reasonably affordable so when I run out I can quickly replace them without leaving a dent in my pocket.

 Item #2

approximately £1.30

This Simple Moisturising Facial Wash is my current favourite and the second in my daily morning routine as (and this is just my opinion) I feel like its a good balance for the skin after using the harsh Clean and clear wash. I find it also balances out the scents that may remain on my face after using first wash, adding a more gentle aroma. 
The wash feels really smooth and soft when in contact with my face, removing all sweat and dirt that may remain after having used my first wash. I've had really good experience with this wash as it works effectively without drying out my skin or caused random breakouts.

The product supposedly works best when massaged into a small lather, then applied onto wet skin before being thoroughly rinsed off.

 Item #3

£1.50

I use this Boots Brand facial wash last in my routine, for no particular reason. At this point, it is not necessary to use another facial wash, but the cucumber in general is beneficial for the skin, so I thought I may as well try this product out.

Okay so there are many different reasons why I purchased this item. The first is whilst I was partaking in work experience at Boots, many customers requested this product and so Ii became curious. The second reason is that Boots were doing a deal in which you could choose three facial items for £3 -so giving in to my inner self- I couldn't resist the bargain. 

The third reason why I am experimenting with this wash is that it does not contain any alcohol. I personally have nothing against facial products which contain alcohol, but my sister did mention that alcohol-free products may be healthier for the skin, so I thought I'd try t his out and see the effects it has on my skin.

This Boots Cucumber Facial removes excess oils from the face, leaving my skin feeling refreshed after use. When applied, I would say this is the smoothest out of the three washes on the skin, leaving my face feeling soft and smooth. The application process is very similar to that of the Clean & Clear and the Simple wash.

 Item #4

 The Cucumber Cleansing lotion has got to be my least favourite and the final in my facial routine. I no longer use this as often as I used to -perhaps three times  a week.

I would suggest that people who have dryer skin use this product as it provides -from my experience- more moisture than the previously mentioned products. When used, I tend to apply this cleansing lotion last as I generally wipe it off instead of rinsing it off so I can avoid getting my face wet again.

p.s. I really need to find a good surface to start taking pictures on

Anyway, I've got another quote for you all,

Hmm...HMM..

"I'm a big believer in that if you focus on good skin care, you really won't need a lot of  makeup"
Demi Moore

Beautyuk Posh Pout Lip Review

Hey guys,

I was looking through my drafts and I stumbled across this.
My BeautyUK Posh Pout Lip Review, just itching to be completed and posted.
These are some of my favourite products from their whole collection, but unfortunately,  today I only have three balms to review; Power to the purple, Sugarplum fairy and Big pinkin'.

If you're in search of a product which will add colour and is easy and quick to apply to your lips, then Beautyuk Posh Pout Lip crayons could be the ones for you. They are available in six different shades of pinks with hints of purple and red, so all you have to do is pick the one that most compliments your face and skin. 

If you're you have a darker complection, like me, I'd recommend either the Power to the Purple or the Sugar plum fairy shades.

Big pinkin' Sugar Plum Fairy, Power To The Purple,Corally Incorrect, How Nude! and  Would I Lilac To You?

They are currently retailing for £2.99 at each at Superdrug, which I think is an amazing price due to the effectiveness of the products. 

Left to right: Power to the purple, Big Pinkin', a repeat of Power to the Purple and last is Sugarplum Fairy

Positive aspects:

1. The fact that they are a lip balm means they are really hydrating
2.It's a twist up packaging so need to fuss with sharpeners
3.The colours are Long-lasting
4.Cheap price (I got them for free from a blogger meet-up)

5.Minty scent

6. Smoothness causes it to gently glide across your lips

I only have a few improvements to share about this product; 

First of all, the 'Power to the Purple' balm tends to leave a semi-strong tint on my lips even after a few hours of removal (testament to their long lasting abilities) which I'm not happy with and, I'm not sure if the products have the same affect on anyone else but although smooth and easy to apply, they tend to dry out my lips which is the complete opposite to what lip balms are supposed to do. 

If this also happens to you, you could do what I do by applying a thin coat of  Shea lip butter on my top lip before applying any shade of the Posh pouts onto my bottom lip, then I blend them together using my lips. This is a good way to sport the colour of the balms whilst keeping the moisture.

The packaging is also quite fragile, not in the sense that it'll break on touch, but I found that if I left it in my pocket with anything else, the packaging will start to scar and peal, making the overall product look very old very quickly. My last query is that the balms are easily transferred from your lips to any surface, so I have to be cautious around my clothes and furniture.

Comment or tweet your favourite shade

Anyway, I've got another quote and picture for you all,

Hmm...HMM..

Review week: Not so review... Batiste Dry hair shampoo

Hey guys,

As you should have already figured out, I am not a beauty blogger. I have no clue how to use most beauty products (I only know how to use mascara and eye liner) but I've never really owned any make-up or products of my own, to be honest, I don't even know if dry shampoo falls into the beauty category of blogging. I'm clueless. 

Another thing you should have noticed, from the many photos of myself I have posted on my google + account, I have extensions.  This means that the Dry hair shampoo is not suitable for my kind of hair, so I am unable to give an accurate review on the effectiveness of using it. On the bright side, I had two bottles of the product and gave one to my friend Georgia. She loved it

P.s. maybe reviewing such products isn't my fortay. Sorry. Tomorrow at 8:00pm expect a film/tv show review (finally, something I'm good at)

Anyway, I've got another quote and picture for you all,

Hmm...HMM..

Everything has beauty, but not everyone sees it.

Confucius