Sunday 20 April 2014

The Body Shop Cleansing Oil


Cleansing oils have always intrigued me but never enough to try one for myself. The opportunity rose to grab this at a fraction of the price - you know The Body Shop's 40% off flash sales? Yep, it got me. 
Removing makeup with a cleanser has never appealed to me, I don't find they break down makeup very well therefore micellar waters, or the like, have always been my remover of choice. Makeup removal is made effortlessly simple when using a cleansing oil. They make complete sense now I have used one. Have you tried one?
Simply dispense 2-3 drops of the oil into the palm of your hand, rub gently together and slather onto dry skin. Gently rubbing over the eyes and eyelashes ensures complete removal of even the most stubborn waterproof mascara. Using a damp warm flannel softly wipe away the makeup mess on your face. There is no oily residue left on the skin, nor the tight or drying feeling you get when using other makeup removers. The camomile ingredient helps to soothe your skin and makes it perfect for even the most sensitive types. 

I could not recommend this product enough. I mostly use the oil to remove a full face of make-up as it breaks down so easily however, you can use it on a daily basis. 

What is your favourite product from The Body Shop?

Sunday 13 April 2014

Soap & Glory Bright Here Bright Now


I love Soap & Glory - their body care is something I've used for a long time and always find myself recommending it when someone is in search of a good body scrub or moisturiser. In the last year or so I've even dabbled in their makeup, I particularly love both the Glow All Out highlighter and Solar Powder bronzer. Something I never would have thought to look at Soap & Glory for is skincare. But I'm glad I started with this.

The Bright Here Bright Now Instant Radiance Energy Boost Balm (whopper of a name) is a brightening moisturising balm that smooths over the skin, making it radiant and illuminating. Although it has been labelled a balm, it has more of a gel-like consistency, thicker than a normal moisturiser but not akin to that of a balm texture. The light balm can be used as the last step of your skincare routine, over the top of your normal moisturiser, or mixed in with your base of choice. 
I have been using this in place of my normal moisturiser on days when I need help to make my skin look brighter and more radiant. Providing a boost of moisture, the balm energises the skin giving it a subtle glow. I have been braving the makeup-less look a lot recently due to doing a practical module at University and this balm gives me the confidence to do so. Smoothing over any imperfections, it blurs my scarring, evens out my skintone (especially those dark circles) and adds some life to otherwise dull skin. It is also lovely to use as a base for makeup offering more of a dewy finish. The brightening properties have somehow managed to keep me looking fresh and awake after a night on the town. Application feels soothing and refreshing due to its minty scent. 

For more dry skinned gals I would say to use this alongside your normal moisturiser, however if you have more normal or oily skin then foregoing your moisturiser would do no harm. Bright Here Bright Now is on offer for £8 at the moment instead of £12!

Have you tried any skincare from the Soap & Glory line?