I never have and still don't really use primers, I just don't feel that they do that much for my skin. The Mac Prep + Prime Skin Refined Zone hasn't been able to change my mind on that either.
What Mac says: A light, oil-free emulsion that helps cloak visible pores while controlling oil and shine. Applies wet for a gentle micro-exfoliation: dries instantly to create an invisible, long-lasting natural matte finish. Ideal for the T-zone.
What I say: As it's a 'oil controlling' primer it's supposed to mattify the skin, but for combination / dry skin it doesn't really give me any benefits. I do have an oily t-zone but this really dries my skin out and makes it incredibly difficult to apply my makeup after without ending up with dry patches - and that's not a nice look. I personally feel like I wasted £15.50 even though there are a lot more expensive primers out there, but probably do a better job.
I really want to try the Laura Mercier Primer - Hydrating, has anyone with combination skin tried this? I feel like I have to give my skin extra moisture otherwise my skin goes flaky and dry.
Have you had a good experience with the Mac Prep + Prime Skin Refined Zone?
Before I begin this post I just want to say that I love Origins products and that for nearly all of their products I would write raving reviews - when I receive an Origins product I have high hopes that I'm going to like it.
Best for combination / dry skin
What they say: This rejuvenating moisturiser fortified with Nature's Rose of Jericho plus a Lychee and Watermelon hydra-sustain complex quenches deep to help add moisture to dry, dehydrated skin.
Instantly help boost skin's moisture to help keep it hydrated and rejuvenated all day.
What I say: I was really excited to receive this product as I really needed a new moisturizer and my expectations were high for that price tag. I was disappointed as soon as I took the lid of! I am very, very fussy about the way things smell and will return them if it is just so unbearable that I can't even put it on my face. However I did decide to continue testing the product on how it worked my skin. It is a very lovely moisturizer, despite the smell it has a lovely consistency and really makes your skin feel plump and smooth throughout the day and makes a lovely base for foundation.
Do I recommend this moisturizing cream? I don't know, if you're like me and are easily put off by a products smell then make sure you checkout the ingredients - I don't know what it is that made the cream smell the way it does, but I will not be continuing to use it. However I must admit I used to hate the smell of lavender, and now I love it!
What day time moisturizer do you recommend?
You can buy this moisturizer here.
Do you have a problem with the way products tend to smell at first?
I would like you to meet my new best friend - the Tangle Teezer Aqua Splash!
Pink Shrimp
After reading so much about the Tangle Teezer and what different kinds there are - I ultimately decided to go for the Aqua Splash.
What Tangle Teezer says: Splish. Splash. Splosh. Aqua Splash is the latest innovation from Tangle Teezer, and the first upright, non-slip, water-loving detangling hairbrush. It just loves to dive in and save stranded hair! The hollow design makes for easy, lightweight handling, and the rounded edges allows for smooth, free-flowing detangling.
What I say: YES YES YES! I have to admit, when I first ordered the Tangle Teezer I was weary of if it would really work, especially on wet hair. I have always had trouble combing through my hair after having a shower so I chose the Aqua Splash instead of the original. The design is perfect, lovely bright pink that really stands out in your bathroom and best of all, non-slip egonomic grip - we don't want to drop it on our feet, ouch! However I have tried using it on dry hair, and as the name suggests it is only for wet hair. Unfortunately. After having such good experience with the Aqua Splash I am definitely going to try the original as I would love to be able to use it on dry hair.
This is most certainly worth £12.99 which is the price of the Aqua Splash in most shops. I was lucky enough to get it on Amazon for £11.25 which you can buy here.
I really love the Tangle Teezer Aqua Splash and would recommend it to anyone who wants to brush their wet-knotted hair after a shower and end up with beautifully silky hair! I've read somewhere that it's really good to get a treatment-masque or an ordinary conditioner into your hair. Has anyone tried this? What's your experience with the Tangle Teezer?
For a flawless look, I like to keep it sheer and natural - that's why I decided to try one of Bobbi Brown's TM.
Bobbi Brown SPF 15 Tinted Moisturizer - Extra Light Tint
What Bobbi Brown says: A great foundation alternative that's perfect for summer or when you want a more casual look. This 3-in-1 moisturizer hydrates and protects skin while offering sheer, natural-looking coverage that blends smoothly. Thanks to emollients and skin-conditioning Jojoba Oil, this lightweight formula glides on easily and leaves skin feeling soft and supple. Ideal for normal and dry skin types.
What I say: I have already tried some of Bobbi Brown's products so I was really excited when this arrived - only to be disappointed. I really wanted to like this so much, but it just wasn't doing it for me. First of, I do love the packaging! It's simple, it's sleek - it's perfect. When I put some of my hand, it looks nice and creamy and not too orange which was a huge relief. However as soon as I put it on my face, it seemed very greasy. There is an oil free version available but as I do have combination dry skin I thought I'd go for something that was going to give me extra moisture. The coverage isn't bad, I personally felt that it was noticeable - like a very sheer foundation which is great if that's what you like and have very dry skin. The smell however really got to me... I usually love the smell of Bobbi Brown's products but this was something really unusual. It has this distinct clay like smell, with a hint of floral - I did read on the reviews however that some people liked the smell and that some didn't, so I guess it's just a love - hate kind of thing. I think this TM would be perfect for winter, yet winter is now over and we're heading for summer so something this greasy is not going to do my skin any favours!
It comes in 7 shades which is alright I suppose yet I find that the Extra Light Tint needed to be blended quite well into my light skin, even though I'm not that fair. The best thing contact Bobbi Brown here and ask for a sample in your choice of shades. Bobbi Brown is great for samples - they do have a limit of 2 samples per person.
This is the container that the Bobbi Brown samples come in.
Bobbi Brow's SPF 15 Tinted Moisturizer is £28 but I was lucky to get it 10% off on John Lewis. You can purchase it here.
I would really like to try the Laura Mercier TM. Have any of you tried it?
Do you think the product is worth the money?
Barry M nail paints are probably the best polishes I have ever used. There are so many colours to choose from it's really difficult to decide!
From left to right: Pomegranate, Grapefruit, Prickly Pear, Blueberry and Blue Plum
Barry M really doesn't disappoint with the 'Hi-Shine', even without a topcoat these look lovely and glossy just like they do when you've had a manicure. My favourite colour definitely has to be Pomegranate. I love red polishes but this one is so unique because it borders on being pink.
At £3.99 per polish I don't think you can go wrong! I bought these from Superdrug when they were on offer at 3 for 2! You can buy them here
What is your favourite nail polish brand?
Have you tried any of the Barry M nail paints?
Think these are worth there tiny price tag?
