My Skin Care Routine

This is a pretty random post

but I thought I'd share my morning skin care routine.

I have quite dry skin and I get dry/rough patches on my skin

if I do not look after it, which feels horrible

but also makes make up look terrible!

So every morning after vegetating in bed for half an hour,

I start by exfoliating. 

I think this is an absolute must for skin as it helps

to remove dead skin cells, making your skin soft and smooth.

I use 'Cyclax Apricot Facial Scrub'.

I buy this from a Pharmacy near me for only £3.99 but you

can find it online. 

This is quite a rough exfoliator with extracts of Apricot.

So I just scrub this all over my face

avoiding the eyes!

Next I use my 'Nivea Daily Essentials Refreshing Cleansing Mousse'.

This stuff is so good, it is quick and easy to use 

while refreshes and softens my skin.

I got this from Boots for just £4.99.

Then once that's washed off I use 'Simple Soothing facial toner'.

Again this was from Boots for £2.99.

Toners that I've used in the past seemed to irritate my skin

and make it feel "tight".

But this just makes my skin feel refreshed and it

definitely soothes it!

I drop some onto a cotton wool pad and just wipe around your face.

Simple ;)

Then last but not least I moisturise.

In the morning I like to use 'Garnier Moisture Match revitalising hydrating gel'.

I prefer to use something light and quick drying

in the morning so this is brilliant for giving you a quick moisture 

boost and I personally find it great to use before doing 

my make up too as it leaves your skin so

refreshed and smooth.

I got this from Superdrug for £5.99.

So I do the same routine at night, 

however I prefer to use 'Nivea Creme' instead of 'Garnier'.

This is a lot thicker and really needs to soak into

your skin, thus why I use it at night.

This works particularly well on my cheeks and forehead as they 

lack moisture throughout the day with makeup/sweat etc.

I got this from Boots for £3.39.

And that is it!

I hope you liked this?!

Have you used any of these products?

What's your skin care routine?

xox

Soak Into Your Skin

I think we're all a little guilty of 

being lazy when it comes to our skin. 

I certainly know I'm the best example

of laziness for skin care.

(Among other things!)

But lately I've had enough and try hard to keep

my skin healthy.

After all, we only get one bag of skin

so make the most of it!

So I thought I'd share my moisturising miracles!

I give to you...

COCONUT OIL & ALOE VERA GEL!

I have noticed such a difference since using these.

My skin feels smoother and looks healthier.

So I'll go through and just tell you the main benefits 

of each product.

Coconut oil is one of the best Natural nutrients for your skin

and can also be used on your hair.

Normally the oil is hard like a wax but it melts

in your hands instantly.

However I would recommend keeping it either in a cool cupboard 

or even the fridge as mine has turned

to gloop in the heat!

For Hair:

- Put onto your hair while in the bath as it is brilliant

nourishment and helps the re-growth process of damaged hair.

- Apparently it helps if you suffer from Dandruff as well

if you rub it into your scalp.

For Skin:

- I always put this on after I've shaved my

legs. It helps to hydrate and stop shaving rash.

- I sometimes put a little on my face as it

helps delay the appearance of wrinkles and sagging of the skin.

- It can also be used to help certain skin conditions

such as; psoriasis, dermatitis,eczema and other skin infections.

Although this is melted, the consistency is still the same

if it were hard to begin with.

It isn't very thick and is relatively quick at drying

depending how much you apply.

(If you're like me and coat yourself in it

like you're basting a Turkey than you may be there a while!)

I got this 'Pure Coconut Oil' from my local Chemist

but you can find it anywhere and it's very inexpensive.

So next is the 'Aloe Vera Gel'.

Aloe Vera can be used for loads of things

regarding skin problems.

This is quite a thick gel but smooths out

easily and soaks into the skin pretty quickly.

The only downside I have to this is it can feel a little

sticky at times.

- It is brilliant with sunburn; it's been a life saver these past few weeks in this sun!

- It is really good for dry, irritated skin and can

be applied to stretch marks too!

- I usually put this on my skin all over throughout the day 

for a refreshing pick me up and to keep

my skin smooth and moistened. 

Someone bought me this so I'm not sure how much this particular one cost,

however you can buy it at 'Holland&Barrett'

for £3.99 for the 100ml and £6.99 for the 200ml.

So I hope this helped some of you

and if any of you use these what do you think of them?

xox

Eye Love you

There are many things I wish I had naturally;

longer legs, thicker eyebrows, the ability to not want chocolate,

but having longer fuller lashes is definitely at the number one spot.

I have always had short, thin, sparse eyelashes

and nothing but good old false lashes could save me from 

this dilemma. 

However with a little patience and a bit of luck

I think I have found my savoir!

'Lancome Hypnose Star'

I used to use 'Lancome Cils Booster'

along with 'Maybelline Volum Express Colossal' mascara.

But then I heard Debenems were selling Lancome 

mascaras for only £10!!

So long story short I tottled my way down there

and grabbed this gem.

And I couldn't have been happier with the results!

After using an eyelash curler I use 

'Lancome Cils Booster'.

This is more of a primer for your mascara

with Micro-Fibres that enhance, smooth

and protect your lashes with ingredients

such as (D-Panthenol) + Vitamin E Nanocapsules. 

This really helps to fan out my lashes 

and create more volume.

I definitely notice the difference if I don't use this.

Then on to your Mascara.

(I just love the tube! It's so pretty and I'm instantly attracted to anything sparkly!)

As you can see it is quite a thin brush

but it does have different sides to help create the look you want.

One side is more flat and creates volume and thickness.

The other side is slightly longer and creates length in the lashes.

I find it best to use this side first to separate and lengthen

my lashes then use the other side to thicken them.

Now for most people you'll probably think

they don't look that good, but for me it's made a huge improvement 

compared to other Mascaras.

You can build on the thickness so if I'm going out

I'll do two coats instead of one but it's enough

thickness for a daytime look I think.

I bought the Primer Mascara from Boots for £22

and the Hypnose Star from Debenems is usually £22.50.

Well that's it for now

and I hope you enjoyed!

Have you tried these Mascaras 

and what did you think?

Byeeee :)

xox