My skin care for the New Season.
Recently, I have been trying to create a
new skin care routine which allows my skin to feel hydrated, but not oily.
Having naturally oily skin I have really struggle to find products which don’t
extenuate it . Over the past month I have tried new techniques, products and
treatments to really help my skin. I thought I would give an honest review of
what I have been doing and why.
Bare Minerals Eternalixir(£38.00)
This may come to no surprise to the regular
readers, but I have been loving BareMinerals Eternalixir. Being formulated with
calcium, plantain and baobab seed oil, this amazing oil is prefect for
dehydrated skin. The two oils naturally separate but work in combination so
well (after a good shake to mix together), the Eternalixir targets spots, dry
skin and in my opinion would work well with most skin types.
Having combination skin (oily around my t-
zone and then dry everywhere else) I was
so dubious about using oil and I really didn’t need to worry at all. The baobab
seed oil, aids the reduction of oil, and allows for a manageable combination
skin.
L’Oreal Golden Age 50+ Moisturizer.
Before I start to review this I have to be
honest, I didn’t look at the packaging before I bought it- although I have been
pleasantly surprised.
The thick formulation is amazing for
occasional use for dehydrated skin. Using this product once a week, will make
skin feel like new. A thick layer over oil leaves skin looking replenished and
fresh.
Due to the thick formulation using this
product more than once a week on sensitive skin can leave residue causing
imperfections which ultimately will lead to break outs. Although, this is only
relevant to people under the age of 50, as a formulation of moisturizer needs
to thicker due to the loss of skins nourishment over time.
Garnier Moisture Bomb Sheet Mask- all of
them (Superdrug usually have them on sale for £1.50).
These masks are genuinely the most
hydrating sheet mask I have ever used in my life. Having initially been
skeptical about the range due to the original leaving my skin slightly
irritated. Although, obvious growth the moisture bomb range, garner has since
changed formulas and introduced new scents, formulations and packaging. With
the new developments within the brand I
was instantly interested in seeing if the new launches irritated my skin
in the same way.
AND, they helped cool my skin
in humid weather whilst still giving my skin a healthy glow. My favorite out of
the new launches is the Chamomile, which I know I have talked about prior (as
many of the products), yet I can see results and isn’t that all we want?
Simple, Micellar Face wipes
If you have been keeping up with my daily
blogging you will know that these face wipes have been a game changer. The soft
quilted wipe, is soft on any skin, removes make up like a dream and doesn’t
leave any residue. Simple is such an affordable brand, so many people have
access to it and I am so happy that I’ve found a great budget branded face wipe (£4.00 for a pack of
two in Sainsbury’s).
I hope you’ve enjoyed my review of my
current skin care. My skin is getting
better and I really do think its down to the products I’m using. Specifically targeting issues on skin
can be really difficult, but once you learn and target these issue they will
(hopefully) be a thing of the past.
Em
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Your blog is so lovely!! And I got one of the pink/purple moisture bomb masks but the original didn't do much for me! Excited to try it out now. Xoxo
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Thank you- that means a lot. You will definitely notice a difference my skin was really irritated when I used the original.
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I really needed some inspiration for my current skin care routine and the oil looks really good! Thank you so much for the suggestion! Also never tried that version of the moisture bomb, only the original one, will have to pick it up next time!
ReplyDeleteif you can get over the price then it is definitely worth it. The staff are always great at the BM counter too.
DeleteThe mask really nice and refreshing- let me know your thoughts.
I am interested in the bare minerals product! I love seeing people's skincare routines, thanks for sharing! x
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Its honest so good.
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I really want to try the garnier sheet masks as I've heard loads about them! I'm so glad that these products are working for you Em! Xx
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It's so important to have a good skincare routine in place! The moisture bomb face masks are a favourite in my family - they're just so good, and they're always on offer too which is a plus :)
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Nothing like saving a bit of money on a great product! x
DeleteI always hear great things about the Garnier Moisture Bomb masks cause of how easy and hydrating they are! That Elixer by Bare Minerals sounds dreamy too! I love anything that's gonna bring moisture to my dry-as skin!
ReplyDeleteLove Izzy | http://www.ADosesOfChatter.com
Thanks for reading! I feel you r pain about dry skin- its awful and make up never seems to sit right.
DeleteI love these products- they don't clear up all my dry skin but they definitely help.
Thank you for commenting!
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That oil sounds amazing! I need to get a better skincare routine I've been so lazy with it reverently xxxx
ReplyDeleteIts amazing! It just makes your skin feel so refreshed! Its really easy to let it slide. X
DeleteSo glad to hear that your skin is improving! I love the look of the Micellar Wipes, and the Garnier Sheet Mask - can you believe I've never tried a sheet mask before haha!!
ReplyDeleteAbbey 😘 www.abbeylouisarose.co.uk
They are a game changer! Honestly one you got sheet, you'll hate using a cream mask!
DeleteThanks for the comment ,
Em
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I definitely think summer brings a change in the weather so it should do in your skincare routine too! I've started a new skincare routine and it's working so far!
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I love the moisture masks, the blue one is my fave though!
ReplyDeleteHolly x
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I need to get a new skincare routin. I picked that cream up last time without realising the age but it's amazing!
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I love the garnier moisture bomb masks! So handy and effective to use. I have a very oily t-zone so I'll have to try out some of these other products, especially that Bare Minerals elixir
ReplyDeleteLauren | Lauren the Daydreamer
I'm currently on a skincare buying ban as I have far too much stocked away, but I do really like the look of that Bare Minerals oil.
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