1. Rimmel Lasting Finish foundation in Light Porcelain
If you're in the skin tone category of milk bottle white and you struggle to find a reasonably priced foundation that suits you, let me introduce you to this Rimmel foundation in Light Porcelain. This can be applied evenly with fingers or a brush and is a medium buildable coverage to suit whatever level of coverage you desire. The most impressive thing about this foundation is that it doesn't emphasise any dry patches on my skin which is usually something I have a major problem with when using foundations. The colour truly is porcelain, not just a very pale orange passed off as porcelain like so many other brands seem to make. It doesn't seem to become darker or oxidised either when on the skin.
2. Puretopia Moisture Repair Nourishing & Strengthening Shampoo and Conditioner
2. Puretopia Moisture Repair Nourishing & Strengthening Shampoo and Conditioner
I picked these up on a whim in TK Maxx whilst looking for a new shampoo and conditioner combo that was sulfate and paraben free. This basically means that they are free from detergents that strip the natural oils from your hair and cause it to become greasier quicker. I am quite impressed with this pairing as they do exactly what I wanted out of my hair care range and my hair lasts a day or two longer without getting greasy. This is perfect for the lazy girl in me as I only wash my hair twice a week (Yes, really!) The scent is very interesting and if I had to describe it I would say it smells earthy with a hint of herbs and an all-round clean fragrance.
For anyone wondering what sulfate free shampoos and conditioners feel like, I should say they don't 'lather' like your typical shampoo. This shampoo can feel quite tricky to manage at first but you get the hang of it after a while. My method is to rub a small amount between my hands and work it into my scalp. When I've worked up a small lather I then gather the lengths and ends and work it down my hair without scrubbing. The lengths and ends don't need to be scrubbed harshly and it can lead to split ends and brittle hair. The conditioner is very atypical too. It has more of a cream consistency and the instructions say to leave it on the hair for several minutes or up to 15 minutes for a deep condition. After using my hair feels thicker, more texturised and full of body.
3. Benefit Gimme Brow in Medium/Dark
For anyone wondering what sulfate free shampoos and conditioners feel like, I should say they don't 'lather' like your typical shampoo. This shampoo can feel quite tricky to manage at first but you get the hang of it after a while. My method is to rub a small amount between my hands and work it into my scalp. When I've worked up a small lather I then gather the lengths and ends and work it down my hair without scrubbing. The lengths and ends don't need to be scrubbed harshly and it can lead to split ends and brittle hair. The conditioner is very atypical too. It has more of a cream consistency and the instructions say to leave it on the hair for several minutes or up to 15 minutes for a deep condition. After using my hair feels thicker, more texturised and full of body.
3. Benefit Gimme Brow in Medium/Dark
An amazing fool-proof tinted brow gel that truly does keep every hair in its rightful place. A detailed review of this product can be found in a previous blog post!
4. Benefit Benetint Lip and Cheek Stain
A product I've had for quite a long time but have only just now fallen in love with! Benetint is a liquid lip or cheek stain with incredible staying powder. I find cream and liquid blushes to be the most long lasting, with liquids taking the top spot. I put three strokes across the apples of my cheek using the brush that closely resembles a nail varnish brush. I then find it easiest to work with when I blend it using the end of my Real Techniques contour brush for easier control. This stuff stays ALL day, let me tell you! It's a gorgeous natural rosy red that is guaranteed to brighten up any complexion! As a lip stain I have a bit of trouble and find that it applies unevenly and I usually end up with a red ring around my lips and none of the stain inside. As a blusher though, it's really great!
5. The Body Shop Instablur - Universal Shade
A product I've had for quite a long time but have only just now fallen in love with! Benetint is a liquid lip or cheek stain with incredible staying powder. I find cream and liquid blushes to be the most long lasting, with liquids taking the top spot. I put three strokes across the apples of my cheek using the brush that closely resembles a nail varnish brush. I then find it easiest to work with when I blend it using the end of my Real Techniques contour brush for easier control. This stuff stays ALL day, let me tell you! It's a gorgeous natural rosy red that is guaranteed to brighten up any complexion! As a lip stain I have a bit of trouble and find that it applies unevenly and I usually end up with a red ring around my lips and none of the stain inside. As a blusher though, it's really great!
5. The Body Shop Instablur - Universal Shade
I'm not usually one for a primer but this has totally changed the way I feel about them. Apparently a dupe for Benefit's Porefessional? Though don't quote me on that! Instablur really does do what it says on the bottle. I can see my skin blurring as soon as it's applied and everything just looks a lot more even with less uneven skin tone, less visible pores and not forgetting the most amazing soft velvet touch it leaves on the skin. The consistency is a strange one... A clear gel that almost disappears into nothing when it touches the skin, so blend quickly! I find rubbing lightly over the face with the hands is the best method. My foundation has an even canvas after using this and everything just seems to better fit into place!
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