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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BALANCE ME BB NATURAL PERFECTION SPF 25

Hi gorgeous people. It's Friday so let us take a moment to say hooray for the weekend. Okay so mad moment over I will now move on to my review.

BALANCE ME BB NATURAL PERFECTION SPF 25

Product information:

An anti-oxidant and super plumping BB cream to firm and smooth away imperfections, address uneven skin tone, provide skin with a flawless, luminous finish and protect against the visible signs of ageing thanks to the natural titanium dioxide-based sun filter. 

It works to prime, moisturise and protect with SPF and deeply hydrate. A lightweight super silky cream for even sensitive skin types to brighten and condition. 

Contains a signature blend of essential oils for intense hydration and 100% hyaluronic acid for super plumping and resurfacing of the skin. Natural oils are included to really nourish and enhance the skin. 

This product does not have a whitening effect just a warming mineral based tint for a beautiful glow and light coverage to highlight. Designed for a wide range of skin tones. Also contains redness reducing ingredients.

My thoughts:

Okay so let me start by saying that I do like this product and am still using it as my current everyday make-up base, but I am going to be honest and say that I don't feel all of the above happened for me.

I found no plumping, firming or smoothing effect. By this I mean my skin still very much showed through as the tint of this product is so light to me it is more of a hydrating primer and moisturiser. The coverage would be great for someone who has great skin and just wants a healthy glow as in a skin highlight not a tan glow. I had to use more concealer than usual as I have uneven skin and blemishes. Therefore I can not say that this product gives a flawless finish, but it is luminising.

It is super lightweight on the skin and easy to apply with fingers as I did. I like the SPF factor and the scent is amazing. Very cleansing and relaxing. I love inhaling it every time I apply it to my skin.

Because of the hydrating feel I would say it is conditioning and due to the glow it is brightening. I usually have some redness on my cheeks, but I wouldn't say it was reduced by this product. Therefore if you have really obvious blemishes this product really isn't for you unless you are going to use it solely as a primer.

So in conclusion I do enjoy using this product due to the priming, moisturising, hydrating, highlighting effects and the lightweight feel. Plus it's an easy product to apply every day. SPF is included so that's always a winner for me. The scent relaxes me and prepares me for the day.

The downside is that it didn't plump, firm or smooth my skin. It took more work with concealer for the coverage I like, but it does claim to be a highlighting tint product and not a medium/full coverage product. Although a flawless finish is also claimed.

Let me know if you have tried this product with your thoughts on how it works for you and your skin type in the comments below.

Also balance me are currently holding their 'Beauty Voyage' competition until the end of August. Whether you off on holiday adventures or on a stay-cation as I am this week they want pictures of your favourite balance me products on your travels. Simply tag with either #balancemeaway or #balancemehome depending where you are. Then share it on @balancemebeauty Twitter and Facebook. The best pics each week will win some balance me prizes.

Good luck to those who enter!

 This was a pr sample sent to me for promotion and review purposes, but all opinions of this product are my own.

Love to you all

Vicky xx

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GIVEAWAY: NIVEA SUN PROTECT & BRONZE FACE

Hi everyone. Are you having a fab week so far? I do hope so. Today I have a fantastic giveaway that I am sure a lot of you will want to enter to make the most of your holidays and moments in the sun.

GIVEAWAY CLOSED!!!!

Skincare and most of all sun protection is so important for all of us. Not only for health reasons, but in slowing down the ageing process. Nivea have within their sun range this fantastic Protect & Bronze Face cream in factors 30 & 50.

To find out more about this product check out my post on NIVEA'S ULTIMATE SUMMER SURVIVAL BEAUTY KIT. Also I have a post on the NIVEA SUN RANGE which I am a massive fan of by the way. It's the best sun protection I have ever used. I am very pale and I don't burn when protected by it :)

10 lucky followers will win a Nivea Sun Protect & Bronze Face cream each.

T&C's:

UK entrants only!

You must be over 18 or have your parents/guardians permission to enter!

There will be 10 winners winning one product each.

Comment below why you think you deserve to win with your full name and Twitter username.

Follow my blog via BLOGLOVIN' (I will check)!

The closing date to enter will be 5pm on Sunday 24th of August! Thursday 28th of August!

Winners will be notified on Twitter shortly after the closing date/time and asked to email their address details on to me so that I can ask Nivea to send out all prizes.

If you do not respond by 5pm Saturday 30th of August another winner will be selected.

Good luck to all those who enter!

Previous entrants will still be included in this competition. 

Love to you all

Vicky xx

POND'S INSTITUTE NATURAL BEAUTY & NOURISHING ANTI-WRINKLE CREAMS

Hi lovelies. I hope you are well and looking forward to the bank holiday weekend coming up next week. Today I have two face creams which were sent to me to review for you.

POND'S INSTITUTE NATURAL BEAUTY N CREAM

Although this product can be used on all skin types it is designed for young skin. This nourishing day cream has ingredients such as green tea to protect against ageing, glycerin to maintain the skin's water levels, fatty acids to strengthen the skin barrier and vitamin B3 to improve skin tone reducing fine lines, redness and discolouration.

I love the scent of this cream which is very refreshing and a perfect wake me up product. It's very lightweight and sinks into the skin easily.

POND'S INSTITUTE NOURISHING ANTI-WRINKLE SPF 15 S CREAM

Designed for dry and mature skin which ages faster causing fine lines and wrinkles to develop earlier. Providing deep care and nourishment, improving skin texture, giving a smooth, supple, healthy and illuminated complexion. With built in SPF 15 UV protection increasing the skin's barrier to sun exposure. Enriched with white tea extract and vitamin B3 skin is left flawlessly hydrated and soft.

This cream had a slightly thicker consistency, but it still blended into the skin with ease. 

I used both of these creams day and night and under make-up. They both worked well on my skin leaving it soft, supple and hydrated.

Pond's Institute products are available to purchase at Boots, Superdrug and Sainsbury's.

Let me know your favourite Pond's Institute products with reasons why in the comments below.

Love to you all

Vicky xx

NIVEA'S ULTIMATE SUMMER SURVIVAL BEAUTY KIT

Hi lovelies. I'm back after a wee break from my full time job and blogging. I am back now fully refreshed and able to write posts with enthusiasm.

Nivea have put together an 'Ultimate Summer Survival Beauty Kit' which I have been trying products from over the lasts few weeks and want to share with you now.

So lets talk products ...........

NIVEA SUN PROTECT & BRONZE FACE CREAM SPF30

This water resistant product has been formulated specially for the face containing natural plant extract to help activate the skin's natural tanning process so that even pale people like myself can gain a healthy glow while still being protected. This has a very lightweight, non-greasy formula perfect for hot summer days and nights.

NIVEA LIP BUTTER RASPBERRY ROSE

Designed to provide intensive moisture for up to 12 hours. The scent of this lip butter is amazing. It's like candy for the lips without the calories, ha ha. By nature I am not a massive fan of lip butters in tins as I prefer to use a stick, but I have to admit that my lips have not peeled or chapped once since using this product. They feel so smooth and nourished. Raspberry Rose gives a very subtle, yet flattering shade to the lips. A baby pink milky tone that is great for every day wear. I tried it yesterday under a nude/concealer shade lipstick that I usually find hard to wear and it made it look fabulous. There was no obvious creases or patchiness and it didn't look unnatural on me like those shades tend to do.

NIVEA DAILY ESSENTIALS SENSITIVE CLEANSING WIPES

In summer I think we all tend to be a little more active and just want to get outside as quickly as possible to enjoy the summer sun. These wipes are great to refresh the skin while removing dirt and make-up. The mesh design removes a little more product and dirt I feel than regular face wipes. They have a lovely scent too. I have also reviewed Nivea face wipes from this range for other skin types which you can see here!

NIVEA POWDER TOUCH ANTI-PERSPIRANT DEODORANT

Oh my gosh this I am a big fan of. It has a quick dry formula and contains kaolin mineral powder. The scent and feel of this product on the skin is amazing. This left no powder residue on my clothes or skin. I love the click and twist design. The scent instantly makes me feel relaxed somehow too.

NIVEA SUN PROTECT & REFRESH INVISIBLE COOLING MIST SPF30

This water resistant product quickly absorbs into the skin leaving no sticky residue. Perfect for spritzing on the go when enjoying your summer festivities. I have reviewed many products from the Nivea Sun Range here!

I am a massive fan of the Nivea Sun Range as I burn so easily even when using some sun protection products. That has not happened since I have been using Nivea's sun protection products. The Nivea Sun Range is not only essential for someone very pale like me who burns very easily, but I would recommend it to all skin types. It's now my go to sun protection which I am now sharing with my boyfriend and his brother, ha ha :)

I would definitely purchase all of these products in the future as they are definite beauty staples!

Thanks to Porter Novelli for sending me over these samples :)

What are your Nivea summer essentials? Let me know with reasons why in the comments below.

Love to you all

Vicky xx

NIVEA SUN RANGE

Hey there beauties. I am so sorry that I was MIA last week, but I just got so busy. I wish I could blog full time, but those bills got to be paid until that dream comes true.

Anyway on to today's post. I was recently gifted with some Nivea products from their Sun Protect & Refresh Range as well as the Nivea Sun In-Shower Refreshing After Sun Lotion and asked to review them for you guys.

Before I start my review I just have to say how cute is my personalised travel bag with my name on :)

NIVEA SUN PROTECT & REFRESH SUN LOTION FACTOR 30 HIGH 200ML

A non-sticky, ultra moisturising consistency. Enriched with menthol for a refreshing sensation on application. The silky powder and soothing oils nourish and protect against the sun. Water resistant with highly effective UVA/UVB filters.

I applied this to my face and neck. It absorbed very quickly, smelt gorgeous and was definitely not sticky or greasy. It is cooling and the menthol is definitely within the scent, but it's not like applying a heavy duty mouthwash.

NIVEA SUN PROTECT & REFRESH INVISIBLE COOLING SUN SPRAY FACTOR 20 MEDIUM 200ML

A relaunched, much loved beauty must have with an improved formula. A cooling mist with a light, silky texture. No oiliness, stickiness or white residue and is quickly absorbed. With highly effective UVA and UVB protection. Water resistant.

I applied this clear liquid to my legs and feet. It absorbed quickly into the skin. The only thing I don't like is that it smells like hairspray on application, but you don't really notice it after a few minutes.

I did not try the factor 50 in this product as it's just a higher SPF and I was happy with using SPF 20.

NIVEA SUN PROTECT & REFRESH INVISIBLE COOLING MIST FACTOR 20 MEDIUM 200ML

The Beauty Editor's favourite gives an instant cooling sensation with this refreshing mist. With highly effective UVA/UVB filters and a continuous menthol spray action leaving a light even layer over the skin. No stickiness or white marks. Can be used at all angles. Water resistant.

I applied this to my arms, shoulders, hands, torso and back. This clear liquid absorbed very quickly also. This one also smelt a bit like hairspray, but again this was unnoticeable after a few minutes.

Again I did not try the factor 50 in this product as it's just a higher SPF and I was happy with using SPF 20.

Applying any lotion all over for me always seems like a chore whether it's just everyday moisturising or sun care. These products make light work of these rituals. For quickness I would use as a preference the spray or mist. 

They all absorb really quickly with no stickiness or excess residue left on the skin which ticks all the boxes for me. 

I am very pale and although I love to lie in the sun I am always fearful of burning. I had been laying in the sun from 3pm-5pm as it is advised that you avoid sun exposure between 11am-3pm. I noticed slight redness on my knees, face and arms after 2 hours so I was sensible and came out of the sun. These products protected my skin really well as although I had redness I did not burn.

NIVEA SUN IN-SHOWER REFRESHING AFTER SUN LOTION 250ML

The latest wonder product from Nivea offering intensive moisturising to help soothe skin. This water activating lotion is to be used in the shower to instantly cool and refresh the skin after sun exposure.

In the shower apply all of your usual products including your usual shower wash. While the skin is still wet apply this product all over. I applied it to my face also and it didn't do me any harm, but be careful if you have sensitive skin as I am not sure that it was meant for the face. Rinse off the lotion and you are free to get on with your day or night. No residue will be left on your towel.

This lotion absorbed quickly into the skin. The baby soft scent is amazing and the product formula is so moisturising. It feels like a layer of silk surrounds the skin after application. Even my face felt like a baby's bottom. Even if you don't use this after sun exposure I would say this is a great product for impatient people like myself who just hate body moisturising. It takes all the hassle out of it. No sticky feeling. No white residue. No need to stand around naked waiting for it to absorb before you can get dressed. I love it. 

I am very happy with all of these products. I will certainly be more likely to step out into the sun this summer :)

Please note that although the SPF factors I used suited my skin you should use the factors that you feel are best suited to your skin type and length of sun exposure as well as perhaps the time of day.

If you have tried any Nivea Sun Range products let me know your favourites with reasons why in the comments below.

Love to you all

Vicky xx