October Favourites

Hey everyone! October has been a pretty busy month for me, which is why I haven't posted anything in while. But this post resumes my blogging habits, and I will hopefully start writing a lot more often from now on!

There are some amazing things featured here, all of which have actually become some of my all time favourites, so I highly recommend you take the time to try every one of them if you get the chance!

Puffy eyes? Bye! KIKO Eyes Rescue Serum Review

There is nothing worse than under-eye bags and dark circles. For ages I have been so self conscious of seeing myself in pictures because of how puffy my eyes would look: even if I'd had a great make-up day the bags would simply ruin everything. Yes, they were mainly due to lack of sleep, but nevertheless I decided that a good eye cream would help a little bit.

Disappointing Purchases

Over the past year I have bought quite a few skincare/makeup products that haven't quite turned out as I expected. Some of them didn't suit me specifically because of my skin type, but others have just been plain bad! So today I thought I'd talk about the products that disappointed me the most:

March Favourites

Hey Everyone!
This is my first post in months; I've been so busy writing my dissertation recently that I've had no time whatsoever to do anything else- I hardly left the house last month! But it's all done now, so I can start having a life again.
I thought I'd do a pretty simple post today to get used to blogging again, so here are my March favourites:



Vichy Nutrilogie 2 (Intensive for dry skin): I have been using this cream for a while now, and I have to say that it's the best day cream for dry skin- I'm onto my second jar!
Since I started using this product I've been able to wear more foundations, and I haven't noticed as many dry patches. I would actually really recommend Vichy in general, in my opinion it's the best brand for dry skin.

Indeed Eysilix: I don't know if it's because I don't get enough sleep or because I'm always vvv stressed, but the bags under my eyes were getting ridiculously out of hand. I decided to buy Eysilix, which targets under eye puffiness and dark circles. This is the first eye cream I have ever purchased, and I am definitely impressed with the results. I wouldn't say that my bags are completely gone, but they are a lot better after using this product twice a day, everyday.

EcoTools Bamboo Foundation Brush & Foam Applicator: The EcoTools foundation brush was the first brush I ever purchased. I remember using it every single day back in college, and never complaining about my makeup looking patchy or cakey, so last week I decided to buy it again; and I am SO happy that I did. I cannot emphasise enough how easy and precise it is to apply foundation with this brush, my skin looks so much smoother since I started using it.
After applying my foundation, I tap a little more onto my cheeks and my nose with the foam applicator. This makes my face look even smoother and sets the foundation in place, helping it to stay on longer.

L'Oreal Infalible 24H-Matte Foundation (In Vanilla): I still can't decide how I feel about this foundation. I do love it, as its coverage, finish, and lasting power are amazing. However, it tends to dry my skin out. After I use it I have to put a lot more cream on than usual because it leaves my skin feeling a bit rough. And yet I keep using it because it looks so lovely and flawless on the skin!
I only use it once a week though, because I think making it my go-to foundation would destroy my skin.



MAC Lipstick in Faux: I am so obsessed with this lipstick. At the moment I'm really into pink shades, especially lighter ones. To me, Faux is the perfect shade of pink as it has brown undertones, making it look more natural and very wearable. I don't think the picture of the swatch underneath shows how lovely the colour actually is!
It's a satin finish, so it feels really moisturising on the lips- and it looks even better if you apply the right lipliner beforehand.




Tesco SLEEP Lavender & Jasmine Candle: This is by far the best candle I have ever bought, and it's only £3! As the name suggests, it's supposed to help you go to sleep, and oh my, it's so relaxing.
I'm not a fan of most candles as they tend to give me headaches, but this one has a really fresh and gentle smell, not overpowering at all. I light it just before I go to bed every night and it helps me drift off to sleep- it's amaaazing.



If you have any questions about any of these products just leave a comment :)

Ana xo

Night-time skincare routine for dry skin.

For my first post I thought I'd talk about something that I can't go a day without doing- my night time skin care routine! I suffer from really dry skin, which is an absolute pain when I put foundation on, as it ends up looking patchy and cakey.
I have tried many products to help my skin in the past, but luckily now I have found a few products which have really improved my skin.

The first thing I do on a night is take my makeup off with the Eucerin 3 in 1 Micellar Cleansing Fluid.
I absolutely love micellar waters, as they are so quick and easy to use, and this one in particular leaves my skin feeling really soft.
Eucerin 3 in 1 is an amazing make up remover, it even completely removes my eyeliner in seconds.

Eucerin 3in1 Micellar Cleansing Fluid 200ml, £9.00 from Boots.

I use the Avene Gentle Purifying Scrub once or twice a week. This is the only exfoliator I would use, as it doesn't leave my skin looking red straight after using it. 

It's gentle but still does its job really well. 

Avene Gentle Purifying Scrub 50ml, £9.50 from Boots.

Next, I use the Vichy Purifying Foaming Cream. I could not recommend this product enough. It removes all the last traces of makeup that the micellar water didn't get to, and it leaves my face feeling smooth and really soft, even my nose, which is my most problematic area. I have repurchased this face wash twice already, and I plan on doing it again when it runs out!

 

 I then quickly spray my face with the Avene Thermal Water Spray. This is a quick way to hydrate your skin, and I've found that it works best when I spray it just before I put my moisturizer on.

Avene Thermal Water Spray 300ml, £10 from Boots.

The night cream I use is the Eucerin Replenishing Face Night Cream for dry skin.

 I honestly think that this product is the main reason why my skin has improved over the past few months. This moisturizer is quite thick, but it adds a lot of moisture back to my skin.
If I don't apply this cream on a night, my skin feels pretty dry the next morning, so this is the one skincare step I can't skip. If you have the same problem as me and are looking for a night time cream, this is the one.

Eucerin Dry Skin Replenishing Face Cream 50ml, £12.50 from Boots.

I am a bit apprehensive when it comes to using a toner, as I'm worried that it'll dry out my skin, so if anyone knows any good toners for dry skin please let me know, and feel free to ask any questions about any of the products I have just mentioned :)

           Ana xo