Showing posts with label YSL. Show all posts
Showing posts with label YSL. Show all posts
Do you know a beauty fan who already has a beauty collection bursting at the seams? Think you have everything you might possibly ever need? Well think again.
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Xmas WishLUST. Beauty Gifts You Never Knew You Wanted.
Can you believe it's mid December already?! CHRISTMAS IS NEXT WEEK. I am so behind on my present buying and decorating but there is one thing which I'm bang up to date on.... My Selfridges Beauty Advent Calendar!!
A few months ago I excitedly bought the Selfridges Advent Calendar in a fit of "oh my god if I don't buy it now it will sell out" panic. (See this post for more panic and purchasing satisfaction)
12 days and 12 windows later, I knew I had made the right decision. Of the 12 beauty treats so far, I loved 11 of them. Here's the lowdown on what was behind those windows - you can judge whether you'll buy one next year!
On the first day of Christmas my Selfridges Calendar gave to me... (don't worry, I won't do this for every day)
Day 2 - a big improvement, it was the Kiehl's Ultra Facial cleanser - a gentle liquid gel cleanser made from a sugar derived foaming agent. It reminds me of the Korres White Tea Gel Cleanser - lovely texture, I would buy this full size but I'm not itching to get it just yet.
Lancome Renergie Multi-Lift, oooooh. I'm not one for anti ageing creams yet - this ones going to my mum (and she loved it!) If you want to keep it, you can use it on your neck to start.
Another cute perfume sample - La Vie Est Belle - aka the Julia Roberts one. It smells really nice, I wouldn't mind getting this full size! The bottle is adorable too - I love these sample sizes, they're perfect for putting in your handbag for a daytime freshen up!
There is SO much Lancome in this calendar. And I ain't complaining! A mini sample of the Lancome Hypnose Drama mascara - I'm a huge mascara fan and I will try any and every brand out there!
Finally - ending my 12 days with a GREAT sample - the Kiehl's Midnight Recovery Concentrate aka the best facial oil ever. Super light and easily absorbed - I would DEFINITELY (all capitals) buy a full size version of this!
So there we go, a quick round up of my first 12 days of christmas beauty!
I cannot wait until for the next 12!!
Tried any of these bad boys? Which ones do you like the look of?
By Zoe Dubs
xXXXx
A few months ago I excitedly bought the Selfridges Advent Calendar in a fit of "oh my god if I don't buy it now it will sell out" panic. (See this post for more panic and purchasing satisfaction)
12 days and 12 windows later, I knew I had made the right decision. Of the 12 beauty treats so far, I loved 11 of them. Here's the lowdown on what was behind those windows - you can judge whether you'll buy one next year!
A mini bottle of YSL Opium. What a depressing start, I genuinely immediately regretted buying this - the perfume smells classy but far too old for me. Bleurgh. Even my mum didn't want it!
Day 2 - a big improvement, it was the Kiehl's Ultra Facial cleanser - a gentle liquid gel cleanser made from a sugar derived foaming agent. It reminds me of the Korres White Tea Gel Cleanser - lovely texture, I would buy this full size but I'm not itching to get it just yet.
Lancome Renergie Multi-Lift, oooooh. I'm not one for anti ageing creams yet - this ones going to my mum (and she loved it!) If you want to keep it, you can use it on your neck to start.
Another Lancome wonder - the Galateis Douceur aka fancy french for 'gentle softening cleansing fluid for face and eyes'.. I love using this to remove eye makeup, it's really easy to use and feels very luxurious.
The Shu Uemura Skin Purifier Cleansing Oil - I've tried this before and I really like it for cleansing my skin but it's not amazing at removing eye makeup. Wouldn't buy the full size but I like it enough to keep using the sample!!
Another cute perfume sample - La Vie Est Belle - aka the Julia Roberts one. It smells really nice, I wouldn't mind getting this full size! The bottle is adorable too - I love these sample sizes, they're perfect for putting in your handbag for a daytime freshen up!
Now THIS one, I love - the Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cream - lovely and smooth without any of that artificial scent. It feels very expensive on the skin and good for all skin types - I would buy this full size!
The famous one - the YSL Forever Youth Liberator Serum. I've always wanted to try this, you can just tell it's going to be good! Even if you don't need an anti ageing serum! Can't wait to use it!! (I'm having serious product overload on my face right now, if you haven't already guessed)
Forget about the Opium disaster of Day 1 - this Armani Code perfume is lovely! I would definitely get this full size! These perfume samples look small but actually last quite a long time!
I ADORE DAY 10!! A mini Lancome Absolut lipstick! The perfect size for dropping in your party clutch and a lovely wearable colour which will suit all skin tones!
There is SO much Lancome in this calendar. And I ain't complaining! A mini sample of the Lancome Hypnose Drama mascara - I'm a huge mascara fan and I will try any and every brand out there!
Finally - ending my 12 days with a GREAT sample - the Kiehl's Midnight Recovery Concentrate aka the best facial oil ever. Super light and easily absorbed - I would DEFINITELY (all capitals) buy a full size version of this!
So there we go, a quick round up of my first 12 days of christmas beauty!
I cannot wait until for the next 12!!
Tried any of these bad boys? Which ones do you like the look of?
By Zoe Dubs
xXXXx
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12 Days Of Christmas: Selfridges Beauty Advent Calendar revealed!
London Fashion Week. A glittering of flashbulbs lights up London. Reams and reams of makeup used in one day. Hair straightened, curled and straightened again. A million outfits worn and discarded ....and that's just my bedroom!
LFW is a hive of activity, and I'm a fan of always being prepared for anything. Who knows, you could blag a last minute invite to a show or after-party - anything could happen!
So what do I arm myself with during the week? These are my top five products to see your Fashion Week face through any activity.
Clockwise from top left.
Bling Fingers
Wearing a classic outfit but worried it'll be boring?
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London Fashion Week: Top 5 Products For Your LFW Look
8 Hour Cream. Nars Orgasm Blush. Chanel No 5. Shu Uemura Curlers.
What do they all have in common? They're all iconic beauty classics which have stood the test of time. And today I'm reviewing another trusted classic which I had actually never tried before until last year! Yes team, today I'm talking about the legendary Yves St Laurent Touche Eclat highlighter pen.
This is apparently the UK's number one selling luxury beauty product with one Touche Eclat being sold across the world every ten seconds. Ten seconds! By the time you finish reading this, about 10 more people will have bought one.
What does it do?
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A cult classic! YSL Touche Eclat Radiant Complexion Highlighter
I'm sad to say that my spell of clear skin has come to an end. What? This isn't meant to happen? I'm like a REAL adult now! Surely it's meant to get better from here?
Unfortunately as I said farewell to the up and down hormones of puberty, I said HIYA to the 4 horsemen of the skin-hating Apocalypse. Alcohol, Stress, Processed Food and Going OutOut.
Does it look natural? Is the coverage heavy enough? Does the finish feel comfortable? Will it have disappeared or changed colour by noon? So much choice and SO MANY FACTORS TO CONSIDER.
Thankfully my innate money-saving sixth sense (aka being well tight with my pennies) has taught me that try before you buy is king.
You gotta kiss a lot of frogs before you find the handsome prince! So on that theme - here's a round up of the foundations I've been testing before committing to that big spend.... READ ON DEAR READER!
Unfortunately as I said farewell to the up and down hormones of puberty, I said HIYA to the 4 horsemen of the skin-hating Apocalypse. Alcohol, Stress, Processed Food and Going OutOut.
The days of wearing just BB cream and a smile are no longer enough. Heavy duty foundation is required!
If the years since puberty have even taught me anything, it's that the right foundation for me is about three things :
- Colour
- Formulation
- Lasting ability
Does it look natural? Is the coverage heavy enough? Does the finish feel comfortable? Will it have disappeared or changed colour by noon? So much choice and SO MANY FACTORS TO CONSIDER.
Thankfully my innate money-saving sixth sense (aka being well tight with my pennies) has taught me that try before you buy is king.
You gotta kiss a lot of frogs before you find the handsome prince! So on that theme - here's a round up of the foundations I've been testing before committing to that big spend.... READ ON DEAR READER!
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Solid Foundations: Building my base with YSL, NARS, Bourjois & Clinique
HONEY, IM HOME!
I'm back from the Far East with many a far-out story to tell and lots of photos to accompany the poor chat! Hooray!
So - to summarise. I spent a week in Hong Kong, then went to China to check out the shops and the sights before back to HK for my Grandma's 90th birthday. (Big up to my PorPor & the rest of the Dubs family!)
Bought lots, ate lots, absolutely melted in the 35 degree heat. The end.
It's actually really good to be back - I was massively surprised by the good weather welcoming me home - when I left it was like "10 degrees with chance of snow" and CHECK OUT THE GLORIOUS SUNSHINE NOW! Summer is finally here. HIYA.
I'm back from the Far East with many a far-out story to tell and lots of photos to accompany the poor chat! Hooray!
So - to summarise. I spent a week in Hong Kong, then went to China to check out the shops and the sights before back to HK for my Grandma's 90th birthday. (Big up to my PorPor & the rest of the Dubs family!)
Bought lots, ate lots, absolutely melted in the 35 degree heat. The end.
It's actually really good to be back - I was massively surprised by the good weather welcoming me home - when I left it was like "10 degrees with chance of snow" and CHECK OUT THE GLORIOUS SUNSHINE NOW! Summer is finally here. HIYA.
Highlights of the holiday?
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Hong Kong & China: My Asian Cosmetics Adventure!
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