EUCERIN HYALURON-FILLER RANGE

Hi there beauties! I know it's been a while, but rather than chatting about that I am going to get straight into today's review of some products that were sent to me to sample.

HYALURON-FILLER DAY CREAM - DRY SKIN

This cream has been created to plump up the skin disguising lines and wrinkles and retaining water to lessen the opportunity for new ones appearing. Perfect for under make-up.

HYALURON-FILLER NIGHT CREAM

With an overnight regeneration formula skin feels soft and well cared for.

HYALURON-FILLER EYE CREAM

Particularly targeting crows feet this product helps to smooth out the delicate eye area for a more youthful appearance.

HYALURON-FILLER CC CREAM - LIGHT

This product has skin smoothing properties, but is also a colour correcting make-up moisturiser to even out the skin tone. It can be worn under foundation if extra coverage is needed.

Each product in the clinically-tested Eucerin Hyaluron-Filler range contains a combination of high and low Hyaluronic Acid as well as bio-active Glycerin Saponin, to help plump even the deepest of wrinkles from within!

Before agreeing to sample these products I asked this question:

I must admit to not knowing much about the ingredient Glycerin Saponin. I am assuming that it is a natural ingredient safe for all skin types?

Reply:

Soy-derived bio-active Glycine-Saponin is proven as one of the most effective substances for enhancing natural Hyaluronic Acid production, and as an ingredient, is present in many different skincare products. It stimulates fibroblasts, the skin cells responsible for dermal Hyaluronic Acid production, to boost synthesis of new Hyaluronic Acid. It is perfectly safe to use on the skin and has no known side effects.

Overall thoughts:

I have to say that the day cream, night cream and eye cream in this range have worked absolute wonders for my skin. I have used some great skincare products in my time, but my skin has never felt smoother. I had noticed I was developing more lines around my eyes recently, but these products, especially the eye cream have helped to reduce them fantastically. They are just magic and I would totally recommend them for anyone with dry and/or ageing skin. They create a great base for your make-up to go on more smoothly too.

The CC Cream looked a bit too dark for my skin tone when I pumped it out, but once blended in it looked quite natural. It did even out my varying skin tones to some degree and once I had applied my concealer and other make-up it didn't look too bad. However if you prefer more coverage I would use it as a base under foundation as suggested.

I hope you are all doing well and that you find something worth trying out from this review.

Check out the EUCERIN HYALURON-FILLER RANGE and tell me below which products you can't wait to try. You can pick them up in Boots!

Love to you all

Vicky xx

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EUCERIN HYALURON-FILLER RANGE

Hi there beauties! I know it's been a while, but rather than chatting about that I am going to get straight into today's review of some products that were sent to me to sample.

HYALURON-FILLER DAY CREAM - DRY SKIN

This cream has been created to plump up the skin disguising lines and wrinkles and retaining water to lessen the opportunity for new ones appearing. Perfect for under make-up.

HYALURON-FILLER NIGHT CREAM

With an overnight regeneration formula skin feels soft and well cared for.

HYALURON-FILLER EYE CREAM

Particularly targeting crows feet this product helps to smooth out the delicate eye area for a more youthful appearance.

HYALURON-FILLER CC CREAM - LIGHT

This product has skin smoothing properties, but is also a colour correcting make-up moisturiser to even out the skin tone. It can be worn under foundation if extra coverage is needed.

Each product in the clinically-tested Eucerin Hyaluron-Filler range contains a combination of high and low Hyaluronic Acid as well as bio-active Glycerin Saponin, to help plump even the deepest of wrinkles from within!

Before agreeing to sample these products I asked this question:

I must admit to not knowing much about the ingredient Glycerin Saponin. I am assuming that it is a natural ingredient safe for all skin types?

Reply:

Soy-derived bio-active Glycine-Saponin is proven as one of the most effective substances for enhancing natural Hyaluronic Acid production, and as an ingredient, is present in many different skincare products. It stimulates fibroblasts, the skin cells responsible for dermal Hyaluronic Acid production, to boost synthesis of new Hyaluronic Acid. It is perfectly safe to use on the skin and has no known side effects.

Overall thoughts:

I have to say that the day cream, night cream and eye cream in this range have worked absolute wonders for my skin. I have used some great skincare products in my time, but my skin has never felt smoother. I had noticed I was developing more lines around my eyes recently, but these products, especially the eye cream have helped to reduce them fantastically. They are just magic and I would totally recommend them for anyone with dry and/or ageing skin. They create a great base for your make-up to go on more smoothly too.

The CC Cream looked a bit too dark for my skin tone when I pumped it out, but once blended in it looked quite natural. It did even out my varying skin tones to some degree and once I had applied my concealer and other make-up it didn't look too bad. However if you prefer more coverage I would use it as a base under foundation as suggested.

I hope you are all doing well and that you find something worth trying out from this review.

Check out the EUCERIN HYALURON-FILLER RANGE and tell me below which products you can't wait to try. You can pick them up in Boots!

Love to you all

Vicky xx

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HAUL - PRIMARK, H&M & PEACOCKS

Hello beauties. Following my previous haul I have just a few bits that I have picked up in the last week which I am sure a lot of you will want to pick up for yourselves, especially as they are such bargain prices.

PRIMARK ROSE GOLD RUCKSACK - £9

My everyday fringed handbag was ripping near the handle and the other day the zip broke on the inside. Usually I always pick up a medium sized black handbag for my staple handbag as I like to carry just about everything inside for those just in case moments. I couldn't see any that I liked when out shopping with my Mum, but this beauty just shouted out to me. It is compact, but still fits all of my everyday essentials and has space for more if I need it. I love the rose gold shade which is obviously very on trend. The straps are adjustable and it has a carry handle at the top. There is a zip compartment at the front, one across the top and a small one on the inside with an unzipped pocket inside also.

H&M BLACK PLATFORM BOOTS - SIZE 5 - SALE PRICE £10

These ankle boots I will keep for as long as they will possibly last me. They feel like real quality and they are quite weighty so hopefully quite hard wearing. They slip on easily due to the elasticated sides and of course because they are black will go with everything. They give me a nice bit of height and to me seem like they could be mistaken for a pair of Vagabond boots, but without the price tag. These were reduced from £24.99 down to just £10. They don't seem to be in the sale online, but hopefully the site just needs to be updated.

PEACOCKS WOMENS BLACK PRINT CREPE TROUSERS - SIZE 10 - £14

These trousers are so comfortable. They have a slim leg design, but they are just a pull on style so no need to worry if you having one of those bloated days. They are a bit long for me, but I just tucked the cuffs at the bottom under and they look fine. I like the vibrancy of the colourful tropical print on the black background. These will be great day or night.

I tried on these PEACOCKS WOMENS ORANGE PRINTED CREPE TROUSERS

in the same style, but they came up a bit larger around the tops of my thighs and looked a bit baggy otherwise I would have got them too. They didn't appear see through either which is a bonus for a lighter fabric.

These also come in a floral print which they unfortunately didn't have in store. There is a stripe design, but I am not too keen on those.

I hope you enjoyed this haul. Take care and I will be back soon!

Second Image not my own.

Love to you all

Vicky xx

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EVERYTHING 5 POUNDS LACE HEM JUMPER

Hi there everyone. I hope you are all happy and healthy. It's been one heck of a week let me tell you, but now I am taking a bit of time for me to blog, get more organised at home and spend some time with my boyfriend as we have next week off together. I haven't been off work since January and I could tell I was burning out so yay!

I do love to browse EVERYTHING 5 POUNDS daily. I have found some great pieces during my shopping experiences with them. Sometimes I have received items that have been faulty, but they allow you to send them back for free. I have had items that didn't fit and I haven's sent them back because I would have to send them back paying for postage myself so if it's say just one item I don't usually bother. If you exchange items for whatever reason they then post the exchange items to you for free.

In this haul I exchanged 3 tops in different colours that I didn't like the feel of the material and knew I would never wear for this item that I bought in three shades.

LACE HEM JUMPER (WHITE, BEIGE & BLACK)

I love the style of this piece as it gives the effect of a lace top poking out from underneath the jumper. It's quite simple and can be worn with anything to add a pretty girly touch of lace. Because the jumper is singular in colour it doesn't add too much fuss to the piece and means it's so versatile to add to so many outfits. Although we are currently finally having a nice bit of summer this is the UK so I am sure these will come in handy at cooler times. If not they are great staple keepers for A/W. This jumper also comes in shades of pink, cream and grey. I think the grey and beige might be mixed up on the website so bear that in mind if you order either of these shades.

Let me know your recommendations from the EVERYTHING 5 POUNDS website in the comments below.

Images not my own.

Love to you all

Vicky xx

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HAUL - PRIMARK, H&M & ZARA

Hello sweeties. Today I have a haul to share with you including some sale items ......

H&M OFF THE SHOULDER BLUE AND CREAM TILE PRINT CROP TOP - SIZE M - £4 SALE PRICE

I love the blue hues in this crop top. It can be worn off the shoulder or as a normal top on the shoulders if preferred. It gathers at the top as well as at the bottom and on the cuffs of the sleeves. This is not too short as a crop top. I think it would look great with loose fit ripped jeans or a maxi skirt for a relaxed summer vibe.

ZARA BLACK TIE WAIST WIDE LEG CROP TROUSERS - SIZE M - £19.99

I have been enjoying shopping in Zara a lot more recently. They have some really key pieces at reasonable prices and a fantastic sale on at the moment. I have been after a black pair of crop trousers for a while, but I didn't want them to be too cropped. These are a perfect length for my height which is between 5ft 2-3 inches. They come up higher than the ankles, but nowhere near my knees. They are jet black, but I lightened this photo a little so that you could see the key features more clearly such as the side pockets and tie waist. The back of the waist is elasticated too. If you have any style suggestions on how to wear crop trousers please leave them in the comments below.

ZARA BLACK MAXI CARDI - SIZE S - £15.99 SALE PRICE

This maxi cardi is a slightly off black shade. The length is perfect for me again. It does not hit the floor even in flats. It may not look like much in this photo, but the fit of this cardi is perfection. It wraps neatly around my bust due to the lines of the fabric and skims down the length of my body creating a very slimming and put together silhouette. If they had it in more colours I would buy them all.

PRIMARK FRIENDS CENTRAL PERK RAGLAN TEE - SIZE 12 - £3 SALE PRICE

This tee is a great throw on piece to wear with jeans or anything else really. I bought a size 12 as sometimes white tees can look a little more see through if they are too fitted. Just a little tip there if you really like something white, but don't think you can pull it off due to the transparency.

PRIMARK CORAL & BLACK SOFT TOUCH JOGGERS - SIZE 12 - £4.50 EACH SALE PRICE

I already have these in hot pink that I am wearing today and a mint green. They are so comfy. I love to wear them at home on weekends. I think they are meant to be cropped, but you probably wouldn't notice they were on me. I find I have to size up in Primark joggers as they seem to be more fitted now. I find that a lot of their pyjama bottoms are actually leggings now too. I prefer a looser fit for lounging at home.

I hope you enjoyed this haul. Please share your bargains below.

Love to you all

Vicky xx

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EUCERIN CC CREAM & SPF SKINCARE

Hi beauties. I hope you are all fabulous as always. Today I have some product reviews for you from the Eucerin range that were sent to me to try out. They are focused on SPF protection, but there is also a CC cream in the mix too so read on ......

EUCERIN SUN FLUID ANTI-AGE SPF 50

With a long lasting matt finish effect this high factor daily sunscreen protects against sun-induced skin damage. With intense moisturisation it reduces the appearance of wrinkles on the face and decolletage.

This product has a very light texture and sinks into the skin easily. I wore it under make-up without any issue as it is not like some sunscreens that can be quite greasy. Although it has a mattifying effect it did not dry out my already dry skin. It just kept it even in texture.

EUCERIN SUN CREME TINTED CC FAIR 50+

Suitable for sensitive skin types and fair complexions. With a mattifying effect and tinted cream that also protects the skin from sun damage.

This is also very lightweight and sinks in really easily. It again mattifies, but does not cause problems for my dry skin. Although the product is tinted I would not say it gave me natural tan skin tone. The colour disappeared into nothing and instead the product worked as an excellent primer, especially under make-up. My imperfections were blurred and my skin looked more even prior to make-up application.

These two products are great as part of your every day skincare and if you are wearing it make-up routine.

EUCERIN SUN CREME FACE SPF 50+

Made for dry skin this water-resistant sunscreen protects against skin age-ing and pigment spots.

EUCERIN SUN LOTION EXTRA LIGHT BODY SPF 50

This non-sticky, non-greasy water resistant formula absorbs easily into the skin giving you a high level of sun protection.

These two products are easy to use and perfect for on the go sun protection.

Check out the full Eucerin Sun Protection range to discover your perfect combination of products.

Leave comments below of your favourite Eucerin sun protection products below with reasons why.

Love to you all

Vicky xx

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DERMALOGICA CHARCOAL RESCUE MASQUE

Hello peeps. Charcoal face masques have been very popular recently so when offered the opportunity to review one for you gorgeous people I jumped at the chance.

DERMALOGICA CHARCOAL RESCUE MASQUE

Said to instantly detoxify and brighten all skin conditions this masque contains charcoal, volcanic ash, sea silt, bamboo and sulphur to give skin a healthy, vibrant and balanced glow. The idea is to draw out impurities, refine pores, calm redness, improve skin texture and smoothness while addressing skin ageing, dullness, breakouts and sensitivity.

Application is simple enough. After cleansing I applied this generously to my face and neck while avoiding the eye area. You can leave it on for between 7-10 mins. I left it on for 10. It goes a little stiff, but nothing drastic. My chin and other areas of my face started to feel a bit prickly and uncomfortable, but I persevered and waited until the time was up. Then I lightly massaged with very wet hands to enhance exfoliation. I couldn't quite remove all of the product easily with just my hands as my skin still felt a bit gritty so I did what I usually do and used a face cloth with water to speed up the process. I then rinsed went over my skin with a face wipe to ensure all the product was gone and applied moisturiser.

So am I now a charcoal face masque convert?

I am sad to say with this particular product I am not swayed. I love Dermalogica as a skincare brand, but this product was definitely not for me. It just did not feel comfortable sitting on my skin. It was like little pin pricks probably where I had impurities being drawn out. I didn't have a drastic reaction to the product or anything, but my skin felt like it did not appreciate the masque at all. It was like my skin had been zapped of moisture and although I am sure impurities may have been drawn out I did not see any obvious improvement in my skin.

Because of my experience using this product I can not recommend it unfortunately. I think sensitive and fragile skin types should be especially careful if considering using this masque.

Please leave details of your charcoal face masque experiences below along with recommendations.

Love to you all

Vicky xx

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DHC FOAMING MESH

Hi everyone. I am not going to go into a massive ramble about why I have been away, but I am having problems with my laptop so please be patient if my posts are not as frequent.

I have been sent a great skincare tool to review that costs just £2 so read on if you want to know more.....

DHC BUBBLE FOAMING MESH

This is a face cloth that boosts the performance of the cleansing products you already use to remove dirt and make-up. 

Simply wet the mesh as well as your face and neck. Add any cleanser of your choice into the centre of the mesh and rub between your hands to create a lather. Then hold the ring with one hand and squeeze the foam out with the other.

The amount of lather created is much more than you would get by just using your hands so you are using less of your cleansing products and saving money!

I was kindly also sent the DHC FACE WASH which works really well with this product creating a very generous foam. The face wash is very gentle so perfect for sensitive skin types.

Check out the links for more product information and also to watch the foaming mesh in action.

I use these two products now morning and night as they make removing dirt and make-up so quick and easy.

Share your favourite DHC skincare products in the comments with reasons why. I would love to hear your recommendations.

Image not my own.

Love to you all

Vicky xx

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DIESEL LOVERDOSE PERFUME

Hello peeps. I have loved wearing this fragrance that I asked for at Xmas 2014 so here are my thoughts on it.

DIESEL LOVERDOSE EAU DE PARFUM

I love how well this lingers throughout the day. It will definitely get you noticed by passers by as it's quite sexy. I enjoyed applying it as it gave me that inner confidence. With top notes of mandarin and star anise, heart notes of liquorice and vanilla and base notes of dry woods it forms an addictive scent. The bottle is a gorgeous geometric heart that lays flat like a purple gemstone.

This is definitely a fragrance I would recommend to check out. Let me know your favourite fragrances in the comments below.

Love to you all

Vicky xx

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CHEAP BODY FRAGRANCE

Hi lovelies. I have discovered some cheap body fragrances that I think some of you might like so here they are.

BOOTS BODY FRAGRANCES (CHIC DREAM, CLASSIC MUSK & PARADISE SHORES)

I thought these would be worth a go at just £1 each, but now they are just a crazy 75p each!

Chic Dream Bergamot & Berries I think would suit all ages and could be worn day or night. It has a slight warmth to it, but it's not overly heavy.

Classic Musk I really didn't like much. It smelt too much like hairspray. Very synthetic and cheap.

Paradise Shores Citrus & Red Berries is lovely. It has a zesty much more fun and youthful aroma. It's definitely more on the fruity side and my favourite of the three scents.

These do also come in these fragrances:

Floral Love Violets & Mandarin

Euphoric Mist Fruit & Sweet Amber

Pure Noir Vanilla & Juicy Peach

I know I didn't like the musk scent, but for fragrances this cheap I think they are worth giving a go.

Share your favourite body fragrances in the comments.

Love to you all

Vicky xx

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MICELLAR CLEANSING WIPES & EYEBROW FIBRE GEL

Hello my loves. I have two fantabulous make-up/skincare products to talk to you about that will give you perfect brows and remove your make-up so much more quickly and easily.

B. PURE SENSITIVE MICELLAR CLEANSING WIPES

I received these as a Xmas present and I have to say they are very well received. These wipes are perfect for make-up removal as they truly do take off everything including stubborn mascara. I still usually like to cleanse my face prior to using them while in the shower, but they do a perfectly good job on their own if you are in a rush or having a lazy day. They are perfect for sensitive skin and do not irritate my eyes. They are said to remove waterproof make-up although I haven't tested them on that. They have a ph balanced formula which they say tones the skin. I really do enjoy using these wipes. They feel so satisfying when removing make-up because I am assured all of it has been removed and they do make my skin feel great. Plus they are just £1 per pack at Superdrug!

MODEL CO MORE BROWS EYEBROW THICKENING FIBRE GEL

I received this tube of happiness in my LIMITED EDITION KAREN MILLEN LONDON SKYLINE GLOSSYBOX. I have the shade medium/dark which is perfect for me. It is not too dark or warm, but a medium ash shade. The formula is fantastic to add a little more of a groomed look to my brows and keep them in place. The fibres do not fall onto my face and are not at all noticeable once applied giving a very natural yet put together brow shape and shade. This also comes in the shade light/medium which again appears to be quite cool toned so great for lighter haired beauties.

Share your favourite make-up removal and brow products in the comments below with reasons why you love them so much :)

Love to you all

Vicky xx

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