Showing posts with label REVIEW. Show all posts
Showing posts with label REVIEW. Show all posts
Monday, 27 January 2014
Sunday, 1 September 2013
Monday, 26 August 2013
Saturday, 24 August 2013
Tuesday, 20 August 2013
Sunday, 11 August 2013
Thursday, 1 August 2013
Tuesday, 30 July 2013
REVIEW - Emma Hardie Body Scrub and Mask
I found this in TKMaxx for a bargainous-but-still-rather-steep £19.99 (down from £45.99). I was intrigued by this - although I have tried many a body scrub, this is my first body mask AND my first product from the much-hyped Emma Hardie.
First of all, the packaging. As usual for Emma Hardie, the tub looks high-end but is quite big and clumpy for the amount of product it actually holds, making it a bit of a pain to use in the shower.
The product itself is thick and grainy which means it doesn't slide straight off and it gives a thorough exfoliation. I then left it on for about 5 minutes. It washed off quite easily and left my skin feeling super smooth and well moisturised. Even tough areas such as elbows were left feeling like a baby! The scrub smelt nice on application - a summery blend of citrus, florals and herb notes - but left no real scent after it was rinsed off.
I really love the effect this gave and it was perfect as part of my pre-holiday prep. However, I used quite a lot in just one application to ensure I had enough on for the mask element, so its per-use value for money is not great.
First of all, the packaging. As usual for Emma Hardie, the tub looks high-end but is quite big and clumpy for the amount of product it actually holds, making it a bit of a pain to use in the shower.
The product itself is thick and grainy which means it doesn't slide straight off and it gives a thorough exfoliation. I then left it on for about 5 minutes. It washed off quite easily and left my skin feeling super smooth and well moisturised. Even tough areas such as elbows were left feeling like a baby! The scrub smelt nice on application - a summery blend of citrus, florals and herb notes - but left no real scent after it was rinsed off.
I really love the effect this gave and it was perfect as part of my pre-holiday prep. However, I used quite a lot in just one application to ensure I had enough on for the mask element, so its per-use value for money is not great.
A really great scrub that does the job of softening the skin. Just loses 1 star for value.
Have you tried this product?
Do you have any other recommendations from Emma Hardie?
Sunday, 23 June 2013
REVIEW MAC lipstick in Patisserie
I am ALWAYS on the lookout for the perfect nude lip colour. Although occasionally I will go for a bold lip (current fave is Watch Me Simmer), 9 times out of 10 I go nude (cheeky!). I tend to find lipsticks are either too brown (Entwined), too pale (Shy Girl) or too neutral yet glossy (Moderne) to fit the bill as the PERFECT shade.
Until now that is!
Cue . . .
As a Lustre formulation, it is subtle but buildable, with a good dose of creaminess and moisture without being overly glossy. It won't last forever on the lips though and will come off if you eat or drink, so carry it with you in your handbag.
Until now that is!
Cue . . .
Patisserie by MAC
This is, in the words of Goldilocks, "just right" and suits me to a tee.
As a Lustre formulation, it is subtle but buildable, with a good dose of creaminess and moisture without being overly glossy. It won't last forever on the lips though and will come off if you eat or drink, so carry it with you in your handbag.
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| Just loses half a star for staying power. |
What are your favourite nude lipsticks?
Have you tried Patisserie?
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