Showing posts with label natural skincare. Show all posts
Showing posts with label natural skincare. Show all posts
Looking back on 2017, I’ve been on a whole load of trips this summer - I thought it only right that I dedicate a piece to the beauty products that have kept my face in place throughout the travel process.
With weight restrictions (and suitcase size) on my mind, I used to spend ages deliberating which beauty products would make the cut and still end up bringing a kilo of creams and potions, most of which were barely used but brought 'just in case'.
Sound familiar? The ongoing debate as to whether you need to bring the full skincare arsenal, or whether you can get away with just a tube of moisturiser. Those of you who have the full day cream, night cream, eye cream, serum routine wouldn't even believe it was even possible.
As a long-time beauty writer and skincare obsessive, I definitely fall into that category but I can safely say I've finally nailed it. Thanks to a series of trial and error on some recent travel breaks, I’ve now refined it to a trusted lineup of skincare superstars which I bring with me every time.
Obviously, certain trips are geared to more sun protection, more makeup glam or more outdoors inclined but when it comes to essentials, these are the ones that I will always need.
Take off time...
Air travel is notoriously hard on your skin, thanks to the dry air and dehydration. For anything over 4 hours, I always take off my makeup before protecting with a face oil or heavy cream.
Trilogy Rosehip Oil is one of my trusted facial oils. Certified organic and 100% natural, rosehip oil contains powerful antioxidants that help protect against the free radical damage of radiation. That, and a load of essential fatty acids that keep my skin hydrated and plump during the flight.
(If you have oily skin and hate face oils, Trilogy have also come out with a Light blend version too)
For long haul flights, I also use Christian Breton Deluxe Gold Mask when waking up onboard in the morning. Fortunately, I can pretty much fall asleep anywhere but when your skin needs a quick radiance & hydration fix, this mask is my go to.
It's pricey AF but one tube has lasted me a year and I would buy with my own money. It contains little gold particles that add visible radiance to your skin. Just apply the cream to your face, leave and tissue or rinse off.
Touch down.
After 20 minutes with the radiance mask, I'll put my face back on - mainly so that I actually bare some semblace to my passport photo.
Instead of bringing a full makeup bag on the plane, I just bring my portable makeup pocket rocket - the Chanel Palette Essentielle compact which I dedicated an entire post to upon purchase. This, plus a mascara and an eyebrow pencil- inflight makeup kit is sorted without an overflowing liquid allowance bag.
Other than the palette, my FAVOURITE beauty discovery this summer was this Skin Defence Multi-Protection essence by The Body Shop. My new favourite and daily must-have in my skincare routine.
In a nutshell, it's the lightest SPF50 cream I've ever used, has antioxidants protection AND Vitamin C to slowly brighten my skin and reduce pigmentation with each use. It's billed as an essence but in my opinion, is moisturising enough for me to use a day cream. Dry skin may want to add a hydrating cream as well.
Cannot recommend this product enough, it protects your skin whilst slowly perfecting it. Check it out, on tour in Hong Kong.
After that, the only other thing is hand gel and eye drops. My favourite hand gel is Merci Handy - the least drying, most moisturising hand sanitiser that I've ever used.
And eye drops, an essential for any contact lens wearer - I've upgraded to single use capsules instead of a bottle. They're more expensive but the bottles can only be kept open for 3 months (of which I use about half) and you can just slip a single use capsule into any handbag, whenever you need it.
And that's literally it. The 5 products that I always bring with me.
What do YOU think? Do you have travel essentials that you always reach for? IS there such thing as travelling light? Tweet me your thoughts @Zoe_Dubs or send me a comment on Facebook!
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In Flight Beauty Essentials - The Only Carry On Products You Need Onboard
Exciting news, my future sister-in-law got engaged too! There is SO much bridal chat going on in that family, it's great. It's lovely to have someone going through the same thing as you though - smiley emoji's and cosy feelings all round.
For her birthday, we got drunk brunching at The Landau and after a excited conversation about her skin (skincare is always an exciting topic for me, drunk or not), I promised I would make her a super skincare bundle so that she could actually HAVE a skincare routine and see the results in time for her wedding day.
Since she lives in Birmingham, I figured I'd end up posting it to her so I decided to make a quick walk-through video to explain all my beauty product choices and how to use them. Cut to a 20 minute video later and I decided that this actually might be useful to SOMEONE else out there, so I've put it on YouTube.
It's literally the longest video I've ever made and it's also the FIRST video I've ever done not wearing any foundation but you know what, if I'm going to pretend to be some sort of credible beauty gal, I gotta show you the results too right?
Watch the video below or on my YouTube Channel
The Product Line Up
Here are the shopping links to the products mentioned in the video, plus some additional products I also like but cut out of the video. I have tried ALL of the below products myself.
I've put the RRP up as well, but to be honest, most of these are always available discounted so don't freak out when you're seeing stuff over £50!
Some of these links below are linked to affiliate shops which mean that I get a teeny bit of commission if you buy anything. THANKS GUYS.
Night Cleansers
Something oil or cream based, to dissolve makeup and keep skin balanced. Actually GREAT for oily skin.
Nyasa Pure Glow Nourishing Cleansing Balm £50 - but would def buy again.
MooGoo Oil Cleansing Method £16.90 - lovely little organic, all natural Australian number.
Hylamide High Efficiency Face Cleaner £19 - great for heavy duty makeup, bad if you hate coconut oil
Liz Earle Cleanse & Polish £14.50 - it's a cult classic for a reason.
Day Cleansers
Slightly lighter than the night cleanse, I like gel based cleansers to remove early morning oil, without stripping skin.
Eau Thermal Avene Cleanance £10.50 - a soapless, mild cleanser that's good for sensitive oily skin.
La Roche Posay Effaclar H Cleansing Cream £12 - super creamy gel, that's not too squeaky clean
La Roche Posay Micellar Gel Cleanser £12.50 - the secret is to use it with warm water.
Day Serums
A protective layer of antioxidants to enhance the skin's natural barrier function.
Jurlique Herbal Recovery Serum £47 - it's not cheap but I use it every day
Jurlique Moisture Plus Rose Balancing Serum £40 - rose is great for hydration and balancing out dry patches
Day Cream
Voya EvenPure £53 - again, not cheap but it's packed with organic ingredients which drive the price up. I'm also more inclined to actually use and take care with more expensive products.
Nuxe Creme Fraiche De Beaute Cream £26 - a dependable pharmacy brand, I've had a great experience with anything Nuxe.
Embryolisse Hydra Mat Emulsion £22 - another decent French brand, I like this mattifying moisturiser too
SPF (crucial!!)
Dermalogica Solar Defence Booster SPF50 £55.50 - caused a dent to my wallet but has lasted forever. I only use it on my face.
Garnier Moisture Bomb Protecting SPF30 Mist £9.99 - FAVOURITE find of 2017
Filorga SPF50 Mist £29 - grown up version of the above, with added anti-ageing treatment
Night Cream
Elemis Peptide4 Night Recovery Cream Oil £49 - lovely stuff. Feels a lot more lightweight than some night creams.
Kiehls Midnight Recovery Concentrate £38 - insert heart eyes emoji here
Clean Beauty Co Rosy Glow Oil £35 - a relatively new, small company so difficult to find stockists
Trilogy Rosehip Oil £19.50 - not mentioned in the vid but I'm a recent convert - also recommend the lighter Rosehip version for oily skin.
La Roche Posay Hydraphase Intense Light Fluid £16.50 - if you hate face oils, then this is your one.
Eye Cream
Jurlique Herbal Recovery Eye Cream £34 - the eye version of the day serum I use.
Dermalogica Power Firm Eye Cream £43.50 - the most expensive eye cream I own but it reminds me to use it every night.
Exfoliators
POWDER EXFOLIATORS are the way forward. Don't scrub your skin. Make a paste with these, apply to your face, let sit for a minute - I like to keep it on while brushing my teeth - and then rinse off with warm water. Do NOT vigorously rub your skin, let the natural acids within it do the work.
Dermalogica Superfoliant £55- if you only buy ONE thing. It's probably this. Would spend my own cash on this full price.
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant £48 - cheaper, original version of the above - also love but the other has charcoal.
Indeed Labs Powder Exfoliator £18.99 - the next best thing. Try it - don't scrub!
Toners
Made my own using: Aloe Vera Juice, Lavender Water, Witchhazel, Geranium Water from NaturallyThinking.com
Caudalie Beauty Elixir £12 - another cult classic.
Neals Yard Rehydrating Rose Toner £16 - can't go wrong with rosewater really. The blue glass bottle is beautiful too.
Treatments
The Ordinary Vitamin C Suspension £4.90 - good luck finding this stuff, it's always out of stock! 100% recommend but go lightly on your first go, it tingles!
La Roche Posay Redermic R Retinol Treatment £29.50 - only for visible fine lines, always research Retinol before you use it - and ALWAYS use SPF if you're using retinol.
Antipodes Aura Mask £24.99 - the mask that changed my opinion on cream masks. It's sublime - esp for oily skin.
Aesop Parsley Seed Mask £30 - quick and easy clay mask if you've only got 5-15minutes dry time.
Sukin Super Greens Clay Mask £11.95 - Packed with the good stuff, it's part clay mask, part delicious smelling antioxidant treatment.
B Makeup Brush Cleanser Spray £4.99 - DON'T UNDO YOUR HARD WORK.
What do YOU think? How many products do you use a day? Tweet me your thoughts @FaceValueBlog or send me a comment on Facebook!
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VIDEO: She Asked For The Ultimate Skincare Routine - The Best Beauty Products & How To Use Them
Okay guys and girls, some beauty blogger skincare tips coming your way. Over the last few months, I've been really focused on skincare - basically trying to get the clear, calm adult skin that I've always dreamt of.
How do we get great skin? Well, some people are born with good skin genes, others have to work harder at it and those who eat badly and drink heavily need to try EVEN harder. (I'm not going to admit which of these groups I fit into but anyone watching my Instagram - I know you KNOW!)
So what's the plan here? What does "better skin" look like?
Ideally I wanted to find a way to minimise breakouts, even out any patchiness in my oily yet 'these bits can be dry' combination skin, cut down on heavy foundation and focus on getting that smooth, glowing base that's neither dewy nor shiny but LUMINOUS.
At the beginning of the year, I wouldn't have left the house without at least a light coat of concealer. Obviously, it'd be nice to not give a shit about this sort of thing (THANKS SOCIETY) but until then, getting better skin is the plan!
How did I do it?
So at the beginning of the year I decided to commit to a real skincare routine. A proper routine where you use the same products, at the same time, every day for at least a month without being tempted by newer, shiiinier products. It's practically a relationship, given the level of commitment involved.
Until this point, I'd been constantly dabbling with products, the beauty blogger in me desperate for another hit of 'something new' and although we ALL know we should be patient with products, I just couldn't commit to one for 4 days let alone 4 weeks.
New Year's resolution sorted, I went ahead and did it. And now? I'm pretty pleased! So much so that my next YouTube video is about my new skincare routine, and I'm not going to be wearing ANY foundation. Seeing is believing right?
Until then, here are the basics of what I changed in my skincare routine. I hope you find it useful because it worked for me!
First up - it's time to commit. Select your desired arsenal and stick to it for at least a month (unless it's causing you irritation or sensitivity). Due to the cycle of skin renewal, you won't be seeing long-term benefits for a few weeks. Plus, if you're chopping & changing, you won't know which product has done what. HOW will you know what to buy again?!
Secondly, I decided to abandon my previous go-to corporate brands (the Estee's, L'Oreals & Lancomes of the world) and move towards brands with a more natural & organic focus. Hello Antipodes, Sukin, Jurlique, Moo Goo, Liz Earle to some extent, Caudalie and other such brands! I did this mainly because many of the big commercial formulas I used were full of big commercial filler ingredients.
Getting knowledgeable about product ingredients is key - I abandoned SLS, parabens and most products packed out with silicone & other such nasties. Brands like La Roche Posay aren't natural or organic but they're free of 'bad' ingredients like this - so if you still want to buy a big commercial brand (they do tend to be cheaper & easier to get hold of), at least do it in a clean way.
Chuck in a couple of tips and techniques around product application, facial massage and HELLO. My skin has improved dramatically and my dream skin is almost within reach. I say almost, because honestly, will we ever be happy with what we've got?!
I'll be doing a full video with my skincare routine & product recommendations but until then - here are some tips I picked up at the Jurlique launch last week.
How do you apply your skincare?
Just dot in on your face and rub in? Applying too much pressure and rubbing too hard can actually damage the skin, which is why eye creams always to tell you to pat. One of the techniques promoted by Jurlique is what I call "the warm and press".
Warming product in your hands can activate ingredients and help product to spread better, thus using less product in the long run.
Press products into skin, don't rub. Pressing gets the formula to the deeper layer of dermis (i.e. the non dead stuff on the surface)
When applying, don't rub the eye area.
Delicate skin like this needs to be treated gently. Just use your ring finger to pat cream into the skin.
There's also no need to go all around the eye and overload the area - applying product just around the orbital bone
The fridge is your friend
The soothing qualities of calming products and toners are boosted when chilled in the fridge. Put your face mist in the fridge before you reach for it on a hot day - it works a treat and really invigorates skin during summer. It's particularly great for eye creams, and gives an instant de-puffing effect.
You learn something new every day
Finally - one thing I haven't tried yet but has been recommended by the experts at Jurlique. Use arnica on dark circles. I'm very familiar with arnica, having used it on bruises and the theory is that it works in the same way to shrink visible blood vessels.... will keep you posted! Dream skin is within reach!
What do YOU think? Have you got a fixed skincare routine? Any skincare tips you swear by? Tweet me your thoughts @FaceValueBlog or send me a comment on Facebook!
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How To Get Better Skin - My New Skincare Routine
I genuinely think I'm a bit addicted now. I've got a whole drawer just full of face masks! I realised that the main reason why I never understood what they can do was because I was using 49p pouches of gimmicky mud mask (chocolate bubblegum flavour or some bollocks like that), and when I did use them, it was maybe once every few months.
I've since realised that to see the effects (and appreciate the magic) - you need to follow three simple rules:
1) Face mask more regularly.
2) Don't skimp on the ingredients
3) Use the right mask for your skin concern
Let me elaborate further.
How it works for me now
I now use face masks at least once a week - and sometimes up to three times, depending on how I'm feeling (read: how many days I've got no social plans)
I don't rely on just one kind of mask either. Different parts of my face have different concerns, at different times. Have you heard of multi masking? Different masks for different areas of your face? Well it makes sense.
Face Mask Cheat Sheet
Mud based masks draw out oil and impurities. Great for big pores, my nose and the t zone.
Cream based masks are great for hydration, soothing itchy skin and anti-ageing. For me, that's forehead, cheeks and neck. (Yep, don't forget the neck!)
Sheet masks are the new "it" thing. They work on the concept that the mask ingredients are held close to the skin under the face-shaped sheet, so that the goodies are absorbed quicker and more effectively.
Sleep masks - possibly not even on your radar but I am a CONVERT. These are basically intense night treatments that you sleep in. And no, before you get ideas of mud all over your pillow, most of the ones I've tried are either like heavy night creams or gels which are relatively absorbed by the time you hit the hay.
Acid masks - whether it's fruit acids, glycolic, lactic or enzyme masks, these work on the basis of sloughing off the top layer of dead skin to reveal radiant, smoother looking skin underneath. I tend to use these more in summer as my skin is more sensitive with colder weather.
Acid masks - whether it's fruit acids, glycolic, lactic or enzyme masks, these work on the basis of sloughing off the top layer of dead skin to reveal radiant, smoother looking skin underneath. I tend to use these more in summer as my skin is more sensitive with colder weather.
My favourites
These are the products that I've tried and would buy again. I do have a good list of masks I like, but first, the ones I that I consider as skin gamechangers.
Sukin Anti Pollution Charcoal Mask
First up - the charcoal mask from Sukin, a natural brand from Australia. I'm OBSESSED with Sukin. It's organic, vegan, reasonably priced and lovely to use. One of the first brands to make me believe that natural skincare can pack a punch.
This clay masque feels absolutely sublime when slathered onto your face in a generous layer. It's a classic mud mask that dries within 20 minutes, but it doesn't pull at my face as much as other mud masks I've tried. (y'know, that feeling like your face is in a cast?!)
Ever since my trip to Australia, I've used this mask regularly and that's when I noticed the difference. I feel like my skin has become less oily and smoother to the touch. Also, as a Londoner, I like the "anti pollution" purpose, but I couldn't tell you whether it works in that respect.
It's available in Boots and online but if you buy it from Lookfantastic via this link, I'll get about 3% commission- WAHOO!
It's available in Boots and online but if you buy it from Lookfantastic via this link, I'll get about 3% commission- WAHOO!
Antipodes Aura Mask
Next up, my favourite cream mask. It's the Aura mask by Antipodes - another great beauty brand from down under, this one by way of New Zealand
The key ingredient of this one is manuka honey, the powerful do-all (read: expensive) honey. Manuka joney is antibacterial, so this mask is actually great for oily or blemish prone skin.
The key ingredient of this one is manuka honey, the powerful do-all (read: expensive) honey. Manuka joney is antibacterial, so this mask is actually great for oily or blemish prone skin.
Good news it's only £14.70 right now from HQHair here - that's a third of RRP. GO.
So yeah - here's a picture of it half used... MORE PLEASE.
So yeah - here's a picture of it half used... MORE PLEASE.
Sephora Sleeping Mask
Finally - a more recent gamechanger. The SLEEP mask.
Fairly self explanatory, you apply a generous layer to your face and let it sink it for a few minutes before bed. Then you can sleep as normal (though, I'll be honest, I do try and sleep on my back more than usual)
I recently discovered these Sephora Sleep Masks. Initially I was a bit sceptical. I don't think they're entirely free of nasties and they do look like mass-produced commercial masks. However, when I used these for the first time, I actually looked in the mirror the next day and immediately noticed a difference.
I love the Turquoise ones, the Purifying Algae masks (which are like a thick night cream) and the Green Tea mattifying masks (which are more of a gel).
Each pod has about 3-4 applications, so at $4 a go, I think they're very well priced. I was so impressed after buying 3 myself, that I asked my American friend to bring back TEN after her Xmas break. TEN.
Finally - what would a post about masks be, without a picture of me in a mask?!
So, to summarise - have a regular treatment, don't be afraid to mix and match for different parts of your skin and definitely try masks outside of the regular mud mask category! (watch out for Sheet masks...)
What do YOU think? Tweet me your thoughts @FaceValueBlog or send me a comment on Facebook!
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Are Face Masks Worth It? My Recommendations & How I've Made Them Work For Me
So the sun is FINALLY here which is great news right?! Right? Maybe not. Unfortunately all this sun soaking has dehydrated my oily skin to a tight, itchy mess. The funny thing is, I would have NEVER have said I had sensitive skin.
Seriously, the amount of chemical product I was layering onto my face through my teens was enough to make me feel like my skin was like leather, impervious to anything.
Seriously, the amount of chemical product I was layering onto my face through my teens was enough to make me feel like my skin was like leather, impervious to anything.
It's like when people ask if you're allergic to anything in restaurants and I'm like STOMACH OF STEEL, bring it on! I always thought the same of my skin, until now.
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Blog Favourites: My Tried & Tested Skincare For Dehydrated Skin!
With the end of October in sight, winter is fully on the way and my skin is already feeling the cold. With cold weather comes dry patches of skin, sore lips and dull, pale faces - how do we fix this?
It's simple, get invested into your skincare routine! Now that I'm well over 25, the days of just applying a bit of Nivea and hoping for the best are officially over. I've had to accept that I need to actually do a bit more with my skincare these days, it's not just remembering to take off my makeup after a night out (which is hard enough as it is!!)
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Younger Looking Super Skin With The New Liz Earle Superskin Serum
This will sound seriously mental but... I had my first Mince Pie of the year the other day. Yup. Christmas, in October. But the festive season isn't that far away you know. Xmas lights are up on Oxford Street. Christmas gift ranges are in store. Can't escape it, CHRISTMAS 2015 IS COMING.
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Christmas Is Coming: Gifts All Wrapped Up At Lush Cosmetics!
I don't know how much lipstick the average woman swallows but I have been thinking a lot about the ingredients in my lipstick. But can you get a natural product which has the same coverage and results? Enter Burt's Bees Lip Crayon - a creamy lip balm crayon, with full coverage colour.
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Natural Alternative To Lipstick: Burt's Bees Lip Crayon Swatches
Following my first proper facial with the lovely Lisa Franklin, I've been determined to keep my good skin and get rid of some old skincare habits. And I'm not just talking about cleaning my makeup brushes!
Think of it as the turning point for good skin, a bit like the moment I realised what a difference a good brow makes. But what changes have I made to maintain my new found glow?
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Good Skin Tips I Learnt From The Professionals
When it comes to perfect skincare routines, facials are part of the recipe and I've always wanted to have 'a facialist'. Y'know, someone that you build up a great relationship with, someone that knows your skin type and joins you in the quest for perfect skin!
Facials for me, are like massages. An absolute delight, but not something that I can really afford to have on a very regular basis. So when I was offered the chance to try out the services of Lisa Franklin - a highly regarded skincare expert and London facialist - I was like YES PLEASE.
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A Facial At The Lisa Franklin Skincare Clinic
If there is one thing I love it's Scandi style. And no, I'm not just talking about IKEA (even though I practically lived there over the last 2 weeks whilst furnishing my flat!) I'm talking about that effortlessly coooool, minimalistic look which is so simple that it's beautiful. Little did I know, that Scandi cool wasn't only for the wardrobe - but also beauty too now!
Enter Danish beauty brand Mirins Copenhagen. Mirins has a whole ethos based on hand crafted, natural body care using essential oils, aromatherapy and ingredients without parabens or SLS. Just look at how gorgeous their Copenhagen shop is! Like some amazing beauty bakery..
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Mirins Copenhagen: Scandi Style Comes To Your Beauty Cabinet!
NEW PRODUCT ALERT! It’s been a busy week at Face Value Beauty Blog HQ but there is a pot of Californian gold at the end of the rainbow because I’ve got Coachella coming up! WAHOOOOO!
I don’t know about you but I LOVE planning and packing for
holidays (unpacking is another story obvs) and one of my most important – must-have-this-sorted items has gotta be suncream. Kinda obvious I know, but the right SPF product is crucial to having a good time.
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Comfortable Sun Cream? New SPF Comfort Cream From La Roche-Posay Anthelios
For the first post of 2015, I wanted to start with a really positive one. A post about a product I really liked - y'know, start the year on good terms and all that!
Luckily for me, I was sent an amaaazing skincare product which has completely exceeded my expectations and makes a perfect subject for today's post....
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New Holy Grail Skincare! Antipodes Aura Manuka Honey Mask
Last week, I showed you a preview of the Lush Christmas range and this week? I've only gone and opened my Christmas presents early!!
Yup, I took home two Christmas gifts and opened them up straight away. None of this shaking around, guessing and squeezing business. SHOW ME THE GOODS!! THE NATURALLY SOURCED AND UK-MADE GOODS.
Yup, I took home two Christmas gifts and opened them up straight away. None of this shaking around, guessing and squeezing business. SHOW ME THE GOODS!! THE NATURALLY SOURCED AND UK-MADE GOODS.
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Christmas Came Early: Lush Gifts, Unwrapped!
I love natural skincare, i love stuff that smells nice and I blaaaddy LOVE Christmas. That's why today's post is pretty much winning in every element. Oh yeahhh, it's the Christmas preview at Lush.
Lush is that shop which you smell before you even see. Like a beacon of scent leading me to a treasure trove of lovely skin treats, I can ALWAYS find something I like in there! Something, some things, lots of things..!
Held at the Lush in Regent Street, I spent an evening hanging out with some blogger pals and basically touching, feeling & smelling EVERYTHING in the shop. Do you ever get like that? When the cloud descends and you must-touch-eveeeerything!
Lush is that shop which you smell before you even see. Like a beacon of scent leading me to a treasure trove of lovely skin treats, I can ALWAYS find something I like in there! Something, some things, lots of things..!
Held at the Lush in Regent Street, I spent an evening hanging out with some blogger pals and basically touching, feeling & smelling EVERYTHING in the shop. Do you ever get like that? When the cloud descends and you must-touch-eveeeerything!
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Lush Christmas 2014 - Pick Your Present Now!
I don't normally win competitions, but at the #bloggersfestival last month, I lucked out and managed to win the entire Bee Good skincare range! WAHOO!
No idea what's going to happen now - most likely will end up standing in a deep puddle wearing the world's flimsiest ballet pumps, whilst simultaneously getting splashed by a passing bus. Standard Autumn bad luck drama.
Anyway. I digress. Bee Good is a British premium skincare brand, run by husband and wife duo Simon & Caroline (how cute!!) Given Simon's bee-keeping background, Caroline started using the excess beeswax to make products and now, the brand is stocked in Waitrose as the only British brand to exclusively use British beeswax and honey in it's products.
No idea what's going to happen now - most likely will end up standing in a deep puddle wearing the world's flimsiest ballet pumps, whilst simultaneously getting splashed by a passing bus. Standard Autumn bad luck drama.
Anyway. I digress. Bee Good is a British premium skincare brand, run by husband and wife duo Simon & Caroline (how cute!!) Given Simon's bee-keeping background, Caroline started using the excess beeswax to make products and now, the brand is stocked in Waitrose as the only British brand to exclusively use British beeswax and honey in it's products.
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BRAND FOCUS: Bee-autiful skin with Bee Good Organic Skincare
This summer is a season full of high ponytails, headbands, headscarves and scraped back fringes. With so much of my giant face on show, skincare is big on my list this month!!
And what better to treat my tanned hide than a little haul from The Body Shop?! Full of organic and natural ingredients, Body Shop products always smell incredible and their eco ethos is one of the reasons why they're a skincare staple for me.
What's First On My Face?
First up is a greeeeat summer serum. Those of you who have followed my adventures into the initial signs of ageing will know that I've been using more serums past 25.
With my oily skin, most serums tend to be too heavy but like Goldilocks in the hunt for the perfect porridge, this Drops Of Youth concentrate is jussssst right for me.
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Body Shop Haul: Smooth Skin & Self-Adjusting Colour!
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