Sunday 25 August 2013

Five Minute Face


Ever had some last minute plans and had literally five minutes to put your 'face' on before you leave the house? Or you've left getting ready til the last minute? Or simply just can't be bothered to sit and do your makeup properly? These all happen to me on a regular basis so I thought I'd share with you what I used to make getting ready quick, easy and fuss free.

I start by applying Urban Decay's Naked Skin Foundation with my Real Techniques buffing brush.  The liquid formula of this foundation makes it really easy to blend, unlike some thicker foundations which can take a bit more work I've found.  I then dab Collection's Lasting Perfection concealer under my eyes and over any blemishes and blend with a Crown brush.

I have very thin, sparse eyebrows and even when in rush, I have to do something with them! For a quick fix I use Soap and Glory's Archery brow duo, which is a pencil on one and a felt tip on the other.  It doesn't do as good a job as my trusty Benefit Brow-Zings palette, but when I'm in a rush this does the job just fine.  No time for eyeshadow, I just blend a little of Urban Decay's Primer Potion in Eden over my lids.  This does a fab job of evening out my dark eyelids and makes me look more awake.  I then add plenty of mascara to add definition to my eyes.  

I add warmth to my face using Bourjois bronzing primer, and then highlight using Girl Meets Pearl by Benefit. My blush of choice lately has been Frat Boy by The Balm.  This is a matte blush but the glow from Girl Meets Pearl shines through for a lovely finish. I'll then either set with powder, or the Urban Decay setting spray pictured above.  All that's left is a lipstick; I'm a nude lippy kind of girl and my go to one at the moment is No7 Sheer Temptation in Delight.  I'm a big fan of these lip colours and this one is a lovely nude pink which works well with the simpleness of this look.  Lippy on and I'm good to go!

This is pretty much my go-to look most days, and I can do it in near enough five minutes.  If I have a bit more time I'll maybe add eyeshadows or eyeliner but when time is limited this little lot makes me look human enough! What are your favourite products to use when in a rush?
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Wednesday 14 August 2013

Barry M Gelly Nail Paint in Papaya


I'd so far resisted getting any of the Gelly polishes from Barry M, but while browsing in Superdrug I decided to cave and give them a go.  I decided against my usual go-to colours, mainly pinks and purples, and opted for Papaya instead.  I'd heard so many great things about the range so  skipped excitedly (not really) to the counter and made my purchase.

Initially I was really disappointed.  My first coat applied really streaky, then after applying a second coat, it just went really gloopy and horrible.  I persevered and on my third attempt managed to apply to coats to a nice even finish.  I'm not sure why I had so many problems, I think it may be I've been using mainly Essie polishes recently and the wider brush makes application so much easier, so anything with a regular brush would be trickier, who knows?  Anyway, I really like the colour, it's quite a bright orange, but also muted at the same time, almost like a neon pastel shade.  Very pretty and perfect for summer... would be even better if I had a tan!

Here it is topped with Dolly Mixture from Barry M's Confetti range... still not the best application, but you get a good idea of the colour.  I really like the Confetti range and want to collect them all.  I find they add a nice bit of interest to your nail colour but without being over the top like glitter sometimes can.

After my initial disappointment, I'm actually really pleased with the Gelly Nail Paints and will definitely be adding to my collection soon.  I've heard they chip easily, but since I only wear nail varnish for a day or two (not allowed it for work, boo!) longevity isn't something I look for when deciding what to add to my every growing collection.

Which of the Gelly Nail Paints should I try next? Let me know your favourites in the comments!


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Tuesday 13 August 2013

25 random facts about me


I've been blogging on and off (mostly off really!) for about a year now so I thought it'd be fun to do the 'facts about me' tag.  I've seen plenty of these videos over on You Tube, most of them being 50 random facts.  I thought that might be a bit too long winded for a blog post so I thought I'd cut it down to 25 instead.  Here goes!

  • My middle name is Elizabeth
  • I'm a bit of a midget at just over 5 feet tall
  • I have been in my current job for over 5 years
  • I'm 10 years older than my brother, yet he is well over a foot taller than me
  • I don't have any piercings, not even my ears
  • My star sign is Gemini
  • My boyfriend is in the Army
  • I don't like cheese and even order my pizzas without it
  • I'm very fond of a glass, no bottle of wine
  • I have been bridesmaid 3 times, twice when I was about 7, and most recently for my cousin in June
  • My favourite colour is pink
  • I'm one of the oldest amongst my friends, yet the most likely to get asked for ID
  • I don't smoke, infact, I detest it
  • My favoutite TV show of all time is Friends and I'm forever comparing real-life incidents to it "Ooh this is just like Friends when..."
  • I've always loved boybands and cried my eyes out in the cinema watching Westlife's farewell gig. *sob!*
  • I always have to have Ben & Jerry's Icecream at the cinema and my favourite flavour is Raspberry Brownie
  • I have an 8 year old Patterdale Terrier called Penny and I love her more than anything else in the world
  • In 2011 I had an operation to remove a tumour from my small bowel. It was found to be a GIST which is a rare cancer.  Luckily the whole tumor was removed and I have been free from disease since.
  • I dislike tea and coffee, despite promising my Grandad I'd have a cup of tea "when I was three" as a toddler
  • I absolutely cannot stand mayonaise, even looking at it makes me gag
  • I'm terrified of wasps after being stung when I was younger
  • In Nando's I always order a plain butterfly chicken with chips and mashed potatoes. Weird I know!
  • I met one of my closest friends while running for the bus!
  • I've only been abroad twice; once to Magaluf and once to the Algarve
  • I only answer the phone if I recognise the number

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Saturday 10 August 2013

Most Wanted: Skincare



I've definitely noticed a change in my skin lately. I used to always describe my skin as normal to dry, and always bought products to cater for this.  However, lately I've noticed my pores becoming enlarged on my forehead and nose; it's not particularly oily, in fact I often get dry skin on these exact same places... make of that what you will! I'd probably describe my skin now as normal/combination and I'm currently on the lookout for products that will work for me.  

Cleansers: As you can see there's a few cleansers here.  I've read more and more about the importance of double cleansing; once to remove make up, and then again to clean the skin.  I like the idea of using the Clarins Pure Melt Cleansing Gel to remove my make up first. While I do enjoy using my L'Oreal Micellar Water for this, I do think it'd be better using this solely for eye makeup, or after a late night.  I think I'm one of the few bloggers who has yet to try the Emma Hardie cleansing balm. I've heard nothing but good things but to be honest, the price keeps putting me off, which is why I'm tempted to try the slightly cheaper Balance Me cleansing balm first to see how I get on with this type of cleanser.

Moisturisers: As you can see, my 'most wanted' moisturisers and eye cream are all from Origins.  I'm yet to try anything from them but I have seen the ginzing products in particular mentioned over and over again.  My skin often looks dull and I have quite prominent dark circles, and from the sounds of it, the ginzing moisturisers and eye cream would help to combat this. 

Other bits and bobs:  Serums are something that are becoming more and more prevalent in the beauty industry and to be honest, I've never tried them. This Idealist Even Skintone Illuminator from Estee Lauder is said to help reduce the size of pores, and help repair the look of uneven skin texture which is a problem I seem to suffer with on my cheeks.  I'm at the age now where I should not only be thinking about incorporating anti-ageing products into my routine, but actually doing so too.  Advanced Night Repair by Estee Lauder has great anti-ageing properties and really helps to hydrate the skin.  I think these two serums would work really well together, but at over £40 each, I think it'll be a while before I own both!  I've also heard lots about the Hydraluron Moisture Booster which apparently increases your skin's hydration levels and helps your moisturiser to work better.  At under £20 it's a damn sight cheaper than the Estee Lauder serums, and going by the reviews, it seems to do a similar job.  Lastly here is the Clinique SPF40 face cream.  Again I'll be honest, the only sun protection I've been using on my face is whatever is in my moisturiser.  Apparently this isn't enough and we should be using a separate sun protection as well. This does make sense especially with the unusually sunny weather we're having lately.

As you can see, there's quite a lot of products here and I won't be purchasing them all at once.  Even if I did, I wouldn't start using them at the same time as I've heard it's best to introduce new products into your skincare routine one at a time to help prevent any breakouts or reactions.  I still want to do a bit more research into what will work best for my skin, but with pay day looming I am tempted to splurge on one or two items now!

What skincare items are you loving lately? Do you have any recommendations for my slightly misbehaving skin? Share your thoughts below, it'd be much appreciated!
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Thursday 8 August 2013

Colours of the Rainbow Tag!


I haven't actually been tagged by anyone to do this tag, but after watching so many videos and reading lots of blog posts about it, I felt inspired to do it myself.  It was actually harder than I thought it would be; I seemd to have lots of things of one colour (purple nail varnishes, I'm looking at you!) but then some colours (green!)  I struggled with.  I've tried to get a variety of products though and think I've done pretty well!


RED
Urban Decay Super-Saturated Lip Colour in 'F-Bomb'
I don't own many red lip colours but with this being one of them, I don't feel the need for any more.  It's a bright medium-dark red with just a hint of shimmer and a lovely glossy finish. I bought this to wear for a masquerade party, and teamed it with a blue dress and gold accessories and I loved the way the whole look came together.  It's really long lasting and I keep meaning to pick up another one of these in a more wearable colour.
ORANGE
Real Techniques Buffing Brush
I don't need to say too much about this brush do I?! It does a brilliant job with pretty much every foundation I've used it with and is so soft.  Best foundation brush I've ever used! When my original one started shedding, as if the hairs hadn't been glued in properly, I contacted Real Techniques who sent me another one straight away for free! Amazing service too!
YELLOW
Lush Lemony Flutter Cuticle Butter
A bit of a cult product this one.  A brilliant multi-tasker that not only soften cuticles but is great for dry skin on your elbows, knees, feet, pretty much anywhere! My only gripe is that you get TOO MUCH product.  You generally get a year-18months of this before it goes 'off' and starts to smell funny. I've thrown out only half empty pots because of this. I'd rather pay the same amount but get less than waste so much of it that someone else could have used.
GREEN
Benefit Porefessional
I've seen this mentioned for both green and blue and since I can't find anything else for green, I'm putting it here! Recently I've found my pores to be quite enlarged on my forehead and sides of my nose.  I find a small amount of this over those areas helps disguise them and allows for a smoother application of foundation.  This is a mini size that came with a birthday gift set.

BLUE
L'Oreal Volume Million Lashes Mascara, Waterproof
I tend to stay away from waterproof mascaras for the simple reason that they're too much effort to remove. Lazy I know, but I hate the way I have to tug at my eyes to get it all off at the end of the day.  I recently broke this rule as I was to be a bridesmaid for my cousin and I knew there'd be tears.  After deliberating in Boots for ages, I decided on this one and I'm flipping glad I did! It gave a nice amount of volume to my lashes, and separated them brilliantly. And it stayed put all day!
INDIGO
Tangle Teezer
I held off getting one of these for so long and now I have two! This one stays on my dressing table as I'm worried the teeth will get damaged in my bag.  It's more gentle than any other brush I've used and I love how it can be used on wet or dry hair.  My hair is pretty long and tangles easily but this brush sorts it out no bother.  It feels weird using a regular brush now.  I also have one of the compact ones with the 'lid' which I keep in my handbag.
VIOLET
Travelo Perfume Atomiser
Such a simple concept put an absolute life saver when it comes to carrying your favourite scent around.  There's not a great deal to say about these; their compact, light as a feather and super easy to refill. They are a little pricey (I think the RRP is around the £11 mark) but they can often be found cheaper on various discount websites. Mine contains my Stella perfume, and I'm tempted to buy a couple more for my other perfumes too.
PINK
Benefit Bella Bamba
I love Benefit's boxed powders and this one is no exception.  Bella Bamba is a gorgeous pink colour, and is Benefit's only '3D effect' blush, which apparently just means it brightens, sculpts, and defines. I have a good selection of Benefit's blushers and this is by far the most pigmented. However it's really blendable so it can be easily corrected if you overdo it a bit.
MULTICOLOURED
Camden Lock, Nails Inc Graffiti
I was tempted to use a nail varnish for so many colours, but wanted to keep a bit of variety so I've saved it til the end.  This, as the name suggest, was part of the Graffiti collection by Nails Inc that was out late last year.  This is easily the most colourful of the set and contains different shapes and sizes of red, green, blue silver and gold glitter.  This makes a brilliant topcoat and would look great over pretty much any colour.  I prefer to use a pastel shade for a slightly more subtle look.

Have you done the Colours of the Rainbow Tag? Link me your blogspots and videos below and I'll be sure to check them out! If you're reading this and haven't done the tag then I tag you!! :)
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Wednesday 7 August 2013

My Current Haircare Routine



I'm actually pretty fickle when it comes to my haircare routine; I normally buy a different shampoo each time I run out, and I'm forever trying out different serums, sprays and the like.  I probably only wash my hair twice a week, three at most. Not much I know, but if I'm not leaving the house I often skip hair washing as it seems poitnless, and my hair's under a sexy hat at work anyway so it's not as if anyone will see.I can easily get three days out of my hair without it looking overly greasy and I think that, in conjunction with these products has made me love my hair again.



Until about two months ago I had dyed red hair.  I loved it, but the upkeep was too much like hard work.  Saying that, my hairdresser did recommend using a sulphate-free shampoo to help slow down the fading process which did help a fair bit.  Even now my hair is dyed back to pretty much my natural colour, I still opt to use a sulphate-free shampoo.  The one I'm using at the moment is from Organix, and is part of their Argan oil range.  We all know that Argan oil is very good for our hair, so having this in a shampoo and conditioner that would be kind to my coloured hair can only be a good thing. My hair definitely feels stronger and in better condition after using these. Organix claim that all their shampoos are free of sulphates and parabens which gives anyone wanting to try a sulphate-free shampoo plenty to choose from.  I'm tempted to try another one next time, just not sure which as yet!


The next product is a bit of a new addition and something I picked up completely on a whim.  While I have a lot of hair, it can be quite fine and often falls flat after blow volumising shampoos as they're not great for coloured hair, and instead opt to use a spray or cream to give my hair a bit of life.  While having a look inside my local beauty supply store, I came across this blowdry potion by brand called Osmo.  It's not really described as a volumising product, instead it claims to thicken and hold all hair styles. Intrigued, I decided to give it a go. I find it gives my hair just enough lift to stop it sticking to my head, and holds any curls or waves I may make with my GHDs.  It also smells amazing!



For heat protection I use Amargan Hair Therapy Shine and Protect Spray which I picked up from the same place as the blow dry potion mentioned above.  My hairdresser used it on my hair a few months ago and I instantly fell in love. It can be used to protect hair from heat damage from straightening and curling, but also protects against UV damage. It can also be used on dry hair to define curls and add shine. I prefer to use it on wet hair as applying too much to dry hair can make my hair a little greasy looking.  I find you don't have to be quite so careful when my hair's still wet so using it this way prevents any hair disasters!

For the most part, I'll at least leave my hair to dry naturally until it's about 90% dry. If I'm washing my hair before bed however, or if I'm going out, I use my trusty Remmington Pearl Hairdryer which I've had for a few years now.  I'm sure they're better hairdryers on the market now but this one does a pretty good job anyway so I'm more than happy with it.  I love how the concentrator nozzle is nice and thing, ensuring a sleek finish if that's the look I'm going for.  More often than not though, I don't bother with this, I'm not even sure where it is at the moment to be honest! I'll usually just blast my hair, alternating between the heat settings, maybe doing a bit of sectioning depending on time.  I'll then turn to my GHD's which were a Christmas present last year.  I still have my old ones which are over eight years old now, but they're definitely on their last legs so I've demoted them to my back up pair! I'm not a fan of the overly straightened, sleek look for day to day, so I just tend to do this very loosely, maybe adding a bit of a wave depending on time.


Then I'll use my Lee Stafford hair oil which I reviewed here.  I'm still on the same bottle as you hardly need any at all, especially if using it on dry hair like I tend to do.  I find it adds a nice shine to my hair and helps define any waves I may have made.   I'll sometimes use hairspray if my style requires a bit of hold and the one I have at the moment is one by Elnett.  While it gives good hold and isn't sticky, I'm not a huge fan of the smell. I'd rather have one that is frangranced as opposed to having that generic hairspray smell.   However as I don't use it that often, and this bottle is huge, I think I'm stuck with it for a while yet!



The only other item I use on my hair on a regular basis is dry shampoo.  My one of choice at the moment is Batiste's Dark and Deep Brown.  I swore by the red version of this when I had red hair, and when I went back to brown, I naturally switched to this.  The red was great to disguise my roots, and while now I don't need to hide my roots as my hair is pretty much my natural colour, Dark and Deep really helps to cut down on the grayish tinge most dry shampoos leave on your hair.

So that's pretty much all I use on my hair. You may have noticed I don't use any hair masks, or deep conditioners.  I've used a couple in the past but I'm yet to find one I'm a huge fan of.  If you have any to recommend, please do so in the comments!
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Monday 5 August 2013

Edinburgh Zoo


About a month ago me and Mr Kay took a short trip to Edinburgh.  After our first visit a good few years ago now, we were adamant we'd go back again at some point. We finally got around to booking it for his birthday, and one of the highlights was a day at the zoo!

Even though we visited the zoo last time we were in Edinburgh, and we were only at London zoo (in the rain!) last year, it was certainly on our list of must do's this time around.  Luckily the weather was much better than our rainy London Zoo visit; it was a bright and sunny day, not overly warm that the animals were hiding in the shade, but not too cold for us to spend pretty much the whole day walking round. And believe me, we must have walked miles!

One of the main reasons we went to the zoo was to see the Giant Pandas. They're a relatively new addition and so they weren't there last time. They're so in demand that we had to book our viewing slot as we booked our tickets.  We opted for the 11am slot and then had the rest of the day to make our way round the rest of the zoo, coinciding with the 'Penguin Parade' at 2pm!

I got pretty snap happy as we walked around, I mastered the art of positioning my camera so the wires of the enclosures weren't in shot.  I thought I'd use this post to share a few of my favourite snaps.

One of two Giant Pandas currently residing at Edinburgh Zoo

Can't remember what this cutie was, but love this photo!

Meerkats

Chimpanzees. Was so fun watching them

Penguins!

More penguins!

Loved watching these playing. Their game mainly consisted of pushing each other this rock haha!

Beautiful Lion. Unfortunately the Tigers were sleeping so we couldn't see them.

It was a trek and a half to see the Zebras!


Back to see the Penguins before we left. This is a Rockhopper penguin.

Spotted another monkey enclosure as we were leaving. This little guy came right up to the glass!





I'd highly recommend Edinburgh Zoo if you're visiting the city. This was my second visit and I actually think I enjoyed it more.  It's easy enough to get to from the city centre; there's buses that stop right outside, or if you're not sure a taxi isn't too pricey.  We got a taxi there and then a bus back to the city.  We spent probably about 5 or 6 hours there but you could easily spend more if you went to more of the talks or demonstrations.  My highlights were seeing the pandas as I'd never seen them before. Also the penguins were adorable, although only a couple came out for the Parade whereas last time, there was loads! We're hoping to visit Chester Zoo in the near future, although  don't think we'll get chance til next year now.

Have you been to Edinburgh Zoo? What were your favourite animals?
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Sunday 4 August 2013

July Favourites


Since we're already four days into August, I'm assuming I'm a little late in getting this up... apoligies! Like pretty much everybody says in these posts of videos, I can't believe we're in August already. Seriously, where is this year going?! It really is true what they say, the older you get, the faster the years seem to go by! Anyway, onto the products...


First up is the L'Oreal 3-in-1 Purifying Micellar Solution. Until this came along I'd been using the La Roche Posay Micellar water, which I loved, but at around £10 it was pretty pricey and I seemed to use it up quite fast.  I was so happy to see a high street brand come out with a micellar water, and I've even managed to get a couple of my friends to give it a go now it's more accessible and a bit more purse friendly.  It does a really good job at getting the majority of my make up off before I do a proper cleanse, and I sometimes even use it first thing on a morning to wake my skin up a bit.


I've been using the  Bourjois Bronzing Primer as my bronzer of choice this month and I really like the results it gives.  I'm yet to try it out as an all over primer, but when applied either before or after foundation, buffing it into my temples, under my cheek bones and on my nose, it gives a lovely warmth to my usually pale complexion.  I've been teaming it with my Cha Cha Tint from Benefit on my cheeks for a nice summery look.  This has been a firm favourite of mine since it first came out, especially in the summer months.


Also from Benefit, I've been turning to my World Famous Neutrals kit for pretty much all of my eye looks lately. The one  I have is the 'Eyenessa's most glamorous nudes ever' and I've found it so versatile. These were the only shadows I took on a weekend away to Edinburgh recently and I honestly didn't wish I'd brought more.  With four powder and two cream shadows there was plenty to create a variety of looks, but not so many that I was sat for ages decided which to use each day.  It's also seen me through a hen weekend in Liverpool, and is also what I used when I was bridesmaid.  Definitely had my money's worth out of this one that's for sure!


Last up is actually a present from my boyfriend.  He doesn't buy me presents that often, which I don't actually mind because then when he does, it feels extra special. I'd been wanting the Marc Jacobs' Dot perfume for ages so when he said he wanted to treat me, this is what I went for.  It's a little heavy for my taste for day to day but for evenings I think it's perfect.  And as usual with Marc Jacobs' perfumes, the bottle is beautiful!

So that's what I've been loving in the month of July! Have you tried any of these products? Did you like them as much as I did? Let me know in the comments!
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Friday 2 August 2013

Chocolate Caramel Cupcakes



I'm usually pretty lucky when it comes to baking; I've never really had one of those days where I wish I'd never bothered. Today I came pretty close! I was a little hesitant to make this post, but everyone loves a bit of cake, and while these aren't the best ones I've ever made I thought I'd show them anyway.

I'm a massive fan of the Hummingbird Bakery and their books are my first (to be fair, they're my only) point of call when I'm in the mood to bake. I decided to go for the Salted Caramel Cupcakes, but given that it'd be mainly family eating them and they're a little picky, I omitted the 'Salted' part of the recipe and instead made regular chocolate caramel cupcakes!

Everything was going well; I combined the dry ingredients (after a last minute dash to get Cocoa Powder as I forgot to get some in Tesco this morning!), then added the milk and eggs to the mixture and mixed thoroughly. I lined my tin with these cute cases I picked up on a recent trip to Edinburgh, and poured in the mixture. I generally find using an ice-cream scoop makes this process a little easier and makes your cupcakes nice and even... except on this occasion. For some reason, I didn't realise these cases were slightly smaller than the regular muffin cases Hummingbird suggest you use. Needless to say, my cupcakes overflowed and weren't nice and evenly filled. Ooops!

Never mind, I thought, it's nothing trimming off the excess and adding a nice bit of buttercream can't fix. Wrong again! As I carefully tried to cut away the bits of cake that had overflowed, the cake started to come away from the case, which just made them look even worse. Argh! When I came to make the buttercream, I realised that this ridiculously warm weather we're having at the moment does not help! The recipe says to use softened butter, but to be honest, I think this just turned into a big gloopy mess. Once I managed to get some onto the cake, I had to put them in the fridge to set it slightly, which is something I hate to do as I'm scared the cakes dry out!

But at the end of the day, the proof of the pudding is in the eating, as they say, and they taste pretty damn good if I say so myself! The frosting could definitely do with being a little thicker, and maybe have a bit more caramel added to it, as the 30g the recipe states doesn't seem enough.

So, yeah not my best effort, but I think I know where I went wrong at least, so I may give these another go sometime soon and hopefully I'll get on a little better.
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Thursday 1 August 2013

Review: Nivea In-Shower Body Moisturiser.


I'm going to skim over the fact that I've not blogged in literally months and do share my thoughts on a product that's certainly been doing the rounds in the blogosphere of late.

I'm the laziest person in the world when it comes to applying body lotions (and blogging, apparently!) and admittedly I skip it way more than I should. So in theory, something that would do the job of one of my many bottles and tubs of body lotion before I even get out of the shower, sounded too good to be true. Having said that, at first I really wasn't convinced, and dismissed it as being gimmicky and over-hyped. My curiosity soon got the better of me and last weekend I spotted it with a third off in Boots so decided to go for it, and was actually quite excited to try it!

As you'll probably know by now, there's a white bottle for normal skin, and a blue bottle of dry skin. I actually preferred the smell of the one for normal skin, but as I was still a little sceptical as to how moisturising this stuff would be, I opted for the dry skin version. My skin's not overly dry, but I do get the odd dry patch here and there, so I guess it made sense.

Onto the actual product. It's a creamy white liquid, not quite as thick as your hair conditioner, but thicker than your usual shower gel.  After exfoliating any dry patches with my beloved Sugar Crush scrub and then using my new Soap and Glory Whipped Clean shower butter, I applied a generous amount of the conditioner, leaving it for a few seconds, and rinsing away. Initially my skin didn't feel overly soft, or any different to normal, but once I was out of the shower and dried myself with a towel, my skin did feel very soft and moisturised. Plus I didn't have to wait around for ages for any body lotions to sink in, which is definitely a bonus in this warm weather as they always feel really sticky on my skin. I was pretty impressed!

All in all, I really like this product, although I do feel you need to use quite a bit each time so it may run out quite quickly. Also, I did use a very moisturising body wash beforehand (Soap and Glory claim you don't need to moisturise after using it!) which may have helped soften my skin. I do feel that using this alone without a regular body moisturiser wouldn't be enough, especially if you have drier skin. But as a quick fix product, it's brilliant and will definitely save you a few precious minutes getting ready in the mornings!
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