CLOUD 9 SKIN SOLUTIONS TRANQUILITY ULTRA SOOTHING CREAM

Hello beauties. I have a skincare product to share with you today for dry damaged skin.

CLOUD 9 SKIN SOLUTIONS TRANQUILITY ULTRA SOOTHING CREAM

I met Cloud 9 Skin Solutions at the BLOGGERS LOVE LFW GIFTING LOUNGE earlier this year. 

Cloud 9 have a great range of products all designed to provide solutions to specific skin concerns such as cellulite, varicose veins, scar minimising, spot clearing and the above for dry damaged skin.

Tranquility is a skincare product formulated to ease red, irritated and scaly skin and is a natural alternative to steroid topical creams. While softening the skin and improving elasticity it is safe to use on both face and body.

It can also help to ease skin discomforts such as eczema and psoriasis.

Apply it twice daily after cleansing for a minimum of 3 months to see optimal results.

The cream is pink in tone, but blends into the skin without any staining on skin or clothing.

Occasionally my boyfriend has flare ups on his skin that I think may be psoriasis, but I am not an expert on this condition so I can't be certain. I told him to use this cream on those specific irritated skin areas and within a few weeks they were gone.

Coincidence or not I think this product is worth a try if you suffer with extremely dry skin or either of the conditions mentioned above.

Please consult with your doctor if you are concerned that this product may not be right for you though as I don't want to recommend this product to anyone whom it may not be suitable for.

Let me know in the comments below which products you have tried from the Cloud 9 Skin Solutions skincare range with you specific skin concern and your thoughts.

Love to you all

Vicky xx

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99P STORE VITAMIN E LOTION

Howdy people. How are you all on this fine Sunday? I have a product review for you this afternoon of a bargain skincare product.

I picked up this 500ml body lotion in the 99p Store. It has lasted me for ages and so it is definitely worth the 99p I paid for it. It contains natural essential oils and moisturises well. My only bug bear with it is that it is one of those that you really have to work into the skin and wait for it to dry. Once sunk in though skin feels soft and supple. It has a creamy baby soft scent perfect for those not wanting an obvious perfumed smell.

Let me know your pound shop bargains in the comments below.

Love to you all

Vicky xx

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SKINCARE, TANNING & FRAGRANCE

Hi lovelies it's good to know you are here. I have 4 product mini reviews for you all for your body.

MITCHELL AND PEACH BODY CREAM

I received this product in my March Beauty Blossom GlossyBox where you can find full product information. This was not a heavy cream and did absorb into the skin easily. The scent I like, but don't love.

OUTDOOR GIRL SUMMER LEGS TAN IN A CAN LIGHT/MEDIUM

I think I picked this up in a 99p Store in the hope that I might be lucky to find a product similar to the Sally Hansen airbrush legs product that so many people like, but I have not tried. As expected however I didn't like the look of the shade. I tested a patch on my leg and it looked like a yellowy orange tone. At least it wasn't expensive though. This does however come in a shade of medium/deep so perhaps that's a better tone for those with a darker complexion.

IMPULSE SECRET SMILE BODY SPRAY

This was another Impulse body spray that I loved. I picked this up in the 99p Store, but it's currently reduced to 98p at Superdrug in the link above. It's a soft floral scent with an uplifting fruitiness of green apple and raspberry.

IMPULSE VANILLA KISSES BODY SPRAY

I was very kindly sent 2 of these cans by Impulse to try and I am still using it. Sometimes I find vanilla scented products a bit too sweet for my taste. This is a little too sweet when I first spray it. Think like creamy butter icing. However once it settles on my skin it changes into a more musky, feminine scent that is not overpowering. This is also reduced to 98p at Superdrug at the moment.

I hope you have enjoyed these body product reviews. Any body cream, tanning or fragrance recommendations please leave in the comments below.

Love to you all

Vicky xx

BEAUTY BLOSSOM GLOSSYBOX

Hi there you gorgeous lot. My March GlossyBox has arrived which has aptly been named 'Beauty Blossom' to spring us into action.

MITCHELL AND PEACH BODY CREAM ~ £36.00 FOR 180ML

Described as being light as meringue this body cream rubs in easily without stickiness.

This cream does sink into the skin quickly. I am a little undecided whether I like the scent or not. It does have an English country girl vibe about it though.

SLEEK MAKEUP POUT POLISH (BARE MINIMUM) ~ £4.49 FOR 10G

With a shade of light nude beige this tinted conditioning lip balm has a glossy sheen to enhance the pout of your lips. It also contains SPF15 to protect the lips. Available in 9 shades. Not tested on animals.

I wasn't too bothered about this shade when I saw it in the pot, but I actually think that this shade will look gorgeous on the lips suiting any skin tone. It is a nude beige which is a little peachy too. It does feel very conditioning on the lips which is no doubt due to the shea butter and almond oil. It does have a sweet almond scent also.

BELLAPIERRE COSMETICS LTD SHIMMER POWDER (BUBBLE GUM) ~ £12.99 FOR 2.35G

100% pure Mica shimmer for long lasting vibrant colour without smearing, creasing or fading. Suitable for all skin types. Can be used as an eye shadow, cream eye shadow, blush, eyeliner, lip colour, nail polish, tinted mascara or bronzer. See link above for different ways to use.

This shade is a very pretty pale pink shimmer that would be gorgeous on the eyes, especially for the inner corners. I think it would work well also over the top of a blush to create a blush/highlight. Before reading about all the ways this product can be used I thought it would look fab over the top of my Sleek MakeUp Pout Polish.

JUICY COUTURE MALIBU COLLECTION ~ VARIOUS SIZES/PRICES

COUTURE LA LA MALIBU EAU DE TOILETTE (PINK PACKAGING)

This fragrance embodies the effortlessly glam California attitude as well as the bold and colourful spirit of L.A.

I really like this fresh scent. It's sweet and uplifting with mandarin zest. A gorgeous spring/summer fragrance.

JUICY COUTURE MALIBU EAU DE TOILETTE (ORANGE PACKAGING)

 Reflecting the free-spirited California attitude while embracing the glamorous and confident essence of L.A. 

This scent has more of a subtle zest without being sweet. A great everyday addition to your fragrance wardrobe.

DOVE HAIR THERAPY INTENSIVE REPAIR 60 SECOND TREATMENT SHOT ~ £1.49 FOR 15ML

Available at Sainsbury's and Superdrug. After shampooing massage through mid-lengths and ends. Rinse out after 60 seconds.

A quick hair treatment for those who are always busy. It looks like the same type of product we had in another GlossyBox from Tresemme. It's good value if it works well as the stopper can be reversed and popped back into the top for further use.

This month's GlossyBox is a good one I think. I love the make-up products and the fragrances so far and I will definitely use the body cream and hair treatment.

For more information on the UK GlossyBox click here and for the US GlossyBox click here.

Are you happy with your GlossyBox products this month? Let me know with reasons why in the comments below.

Love to you all

Vicky xx

GlossyBox: 2 Product Reviews

Hi there sweeties. I hope you all enjoyed the weekend. I know it's Monday, but why not grab a cuppa and have a wee read of my post :) Today I have two products from my GlossyBoxes to review for you and here they are.

Elegant Touch Nail Polish Remover Pads ~ £2.03 for 20 Pads

I received these pads in my November 2013 GlossyBox. I was a little sceptical that these pads would work that well as they are acetone free and I always use nail polish removers with acetone because I hate spending ages with pad after pad rubbing away at my nails trying to remove the polish. I was however very happy too see that these worked so well. They are very moisturising and with much less work than other polish removers these removed the polish perfectly. I would say that on average I used about two pads at a time so that's 10 uses which works out to be about 20p each time. Such a bargain and the baby scent they have is addictive.

Yu-Be Moisturising Skin Cream

This product I received in my Back To Basics GlossyBox. It can be used pretty much anywhere on the face and body. I used this only for my face and lips as the 2 samples of this in the GlossyBox were quite small. This glycerin moisturiser has a very herbal almost medicated scent that I actually enjoyed. I used this mostly in the evenings as it was quite relaxing. It had a nice plumping glowy effect on my skin.

So that's today's mini GlossyBox reviews. Which nail polish removers and multi-purpose skincare have you been enjoying lately? Let me know with your reasons in the comments below.

Love to you all

Vicky xx

Back To Basics GlossyBox

Hi everyone. Today I am here to give you my first impressions of the January 'Back To Basics' GlossyBox. 

Yu-Be Moisturising Skin Cream ~ £13.50 or £19.50

Yu-Be is so effective on severe dry skin and truly sets itself apart from other creams. This concentrated moisturiser helps hydrate, heal, soothe and smooth severe dry skin. It also helps heal split cuticles and smooth rough, dry skin on hands, elbows and feet, while protecting and moisturising skin exposed to cold, wind, water and sun. Can be used on face, lips and body.

I am interested to see how this cult Japanese product works. Lets hope it really is a 'does it all' skin care item.

balance Me. Super Toning Body Wash ~ Various Prices/Sizes

I have previously reviewed this product here!

The Vintage Cosmetic Company Floral Slanted Tweezers ~ £8.00

I hate it when tweezers are too thick at the end, but these appear to be quite a slim and precise tool, plus they are pretty.

Anatomicals Puffy The Eye Bag Slayer Wake-Up Under Eye Patches ~ £6.00 for 3 Pack

Reduces eye bags and puffiness.

Cleanse and thoroughly dry the face. Open the foil packet, peel off the plastic and immediately apply as shown in the illustration making sure you've smoothed the patches to ensure contact with the skin. For best results, leave on for 30 minutes and then gently remove.

It's unusual for me to have dark circles, but puffiness around my eyes does unfortunately happen. Especially first thing in the morning. Lets hope they work.

Vaseline Essential Moisture Lotion ~ Various Prices/Sizes

Its non-greasy formulation and multi-layer complex absorbs quickly leaving your skin silky smooth and looking healthy.

This has a non-offensive scent and absorbed quickly into my hand. I am sure this will work fine as a moisturiser, but it would have been nice to try the new spray and go version.

So that's all of the products. I am looking forward to trying out the eye patches, but overall I am not excited about this box. I know the idea of this 'Back To Basics' box was to start the new year with a clean and fresh new you after all of the festivities, but at least one interesting make-up or nail product would have livened it up a bit.

For more information on the UK GlossyBox click here and for the US GlossyBox click here.

If you are subscribed were you impressed with your January GlossyBox products? Let me know your thoughts in the comments below.

Love to you all

Body Talk

Hi there cherubs. I have four body products to talk about today and here they are.

Nip + Fab Mango Smoothie Dry Skin Fix Body Butter ~ Currently £4.95 for 200ml

I received this product in my April 2013 GlossyBox. I was excited to try a product from Nip + Fab as I had heard other bloggers mention other Nip + Fab products they liked. Giving this a quick sniff when I received it in my GlossyBox I thought the scent was okay, but when I applied it to my skin I found it all too sickly. Now I love sweet and fruity scents, but this one wasn't for me. My boyfriend thought it was fine and I did persevere using it for about three days in a row to see if I could get used to it, but I really couldn't so I will be passing this on.

Di Palomo Orange Blossom Dry Oil ~ £15.00 for 50ml

In 2011 I was sent a variety of Di Palomo products to try which you can see my first impressions of here. I must say that I love their products, but somehow this one got away from me and I came across it recently knowing I had to try it. I love the shape of the bottle, the simple design on the front and the cute flower around the top. I used this at first on my face at night as I really got used to using multi-purpose oils in the evening to really pamper my face and neck. This was a mistake on my part however I believe as my skin developed dry patches so I used it only on my body and it worked great. It can be used on the hair, but I enjoyed using it on my body and had other hair products that I was using at the time. The scent is gorgeous. I can really smell the orange blossom and honey it. It's sweet, but in a very mellow and relaxed way. This product is so quick and easy to use. You just spray it on and you barely have to rub it in as it is so quickly absorbed. I love it as I did with all of the other Di Palomo products. The only bad thing I can say is that the flower kept falling off when I used it, but it's easy to remove.

Duck Island Limited Body Lotion ~ £2.95 for 250ml

I had no idea when I received this product in my January 2013 GlossyBox that this product was for use in hotels. It seems a weird thing to put products like this in a GlossyBox. Anyway the cream itself felt nice on the skin and the scent was pleasant.

Clinique Turnaround Body Smoothing Cream

I won this in a raffle at work Xmas 2012. The cream is a white slightly loose formula that felt nice to use, but I didn't really feel that it did more than that. It worked well enough as an everyday cream. I'm afraid if you are interested in purchasing this product you will need to search Ebay or Amazon as I believe it to be discontinued.

So that's my body talk for today. What have you been loving to use on your body lately? Let me know with reasons why in the comments below.

Love to you all

Soap & Glory Limited Edition Deal!

Hey there beauties. Xmas is so quickly approaching and I have done hardly any shopping, whoops! I am sure that I will be hitting the shops this weekend to get better organised. I find it so hard to resist buying things for myself when I am shopping for others and this deal I am going to tell you about may be on your wish list too.

Soap & Glory have a mega fab deal that comes out every Xmas and this year they have done it once again. This fabulous limited edition Jonathan Saunders bag contains 9 Soap & Glory products. Because this gift set has been reduced from £60 down to £27 that works out at £3 per product plus the bag!

Products Included:

Body Wash

Body Cream

Foot Mask

Hand Cream

Face Cleanser

Super Volume Mascara

Body Buffer

Body Lotion

Lip Plumping Gloss

Toiletry Bag

You could purchase this gift set with friends or family if there are particular products that each of you favour too.

To grab this deal before it sells out hurry along to your nearest Boots store or purchase from boots.com

Will you be taking part in this amazing deal? Let me know your favourite items from this gift set with reasons why in the comments below.

Love to you all

May 2012 Empties

Hello Gorgeous. Yeah that's all of you. I really want to get into this post straight away today as I have so many products to talk about. I am going to share with you my thoughts on the products I used up in May.

Face Wash, Make-Up Removers, Face Serum & Face Cream

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Bliss Fabulous Foaming Face Wash, £18.40 for 197ml

This product came in my October Feelunique Beauty Box, Link. This face wash smells like bubblegum which I love. The exfoliating beads didn't do much for me so I used this purely as a face wash.  

Bioré Make-Up Removing Wipes

I need to get some more of these. I received these for free to review. You can find my review post here. The regular price for a pack of 25 wipes was £3.99 from Superdrug, but I have never seen them in my local store and I can no longer find them on the Superdrug website. Do any of you lovelies know where I can find them? Please help as they make me skin feel sooooooo smooth.

Taaj Himalaya Micellar Water, £16.97 for 500ml

I received this product in my February JolieBox, Link. This was an okay make-up remover. Just enough came out of the top when tipped onto a cotton wool pad. It's a bit too herbally for me as I started thinking about marinating something every time I used it. Just not for me. The last time I used this I managed to slice my finger quite badly by closing the lid which is now just healing :(

Caudalie Vinosource SOS Thirst-Quenching Serum, £26.10 for 30ml

I received this product in my April GlossyBox, Link. This was a bit too runny for me. I prefer more of a thicker face serum.

Tropic Skincare Skin Revive, £15.95 for 50ml

I received this product in my April JolieBox, Link. This was a nice enough cream to use on my face, but I am still undecided on whether or not I like the scent.

Multi-tasker, Shower Washes & Body Exfoliation

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DR Bronner's Magic Liquid Soap, £3.14 - £11.69 for 118ml - 944ml

I received this product in my February GlossyBox, Link. This can be used in a number of ways, but I only used it for three. As a toothpaste it is awful. It literally is brushing your teeth with liquid soap. Horrible! As a hand wash it was okay. I used this mostly as a shower wash. It is refreshing because of the peppermint, but do be careful when washing down below as it's extremely tingly. You have been warned!

Marks & Spencer La Maison de Senteurs Body Wash, £3.50 for 200ml

I received this product as a Xmas present from a friend, Link. I love this baby soft scent which I am a sucker for.

Rituals Yogi Flow Foaming Shower Gel Sensation, £6.50 for 200ml

I received this product in my December GlossyBox, Link. This foaming shower gel has such a gorgeous scent. So sensual and sexy.

Yardley Luxury Body Wash (English Lavender), £2.63 for 200ml

I received this product in my March JolieBox, Link. This was okay to use and has quite a spa relaxing scent to it.

Beyonce Heat Pearl Exfoliating Shower Gel

I bought this as part of a gift set in the January 2011 sales from ASOS. I love the scent of this. It's very warm and sensual. The exfoliating beads didn't do anything in the way of exfoliation for me so I used a separate body exfoliator. If you Google this product there are a few links for it, but you may want to purchase the gift set if you really like the scent.

Body Scrub, Shave Gel & Anti-Perspirant Deodorants

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Primark Ooh La SPA DO NOT DISTURB Salt Scrub

I really like the style of this jar. I think the rubber seal shown tucked behind the jar was purely to keep the product sealed in before opening as I never put it back after opening it. I think this was only a couple of pounds at the time, but I bought it so long ago. I don't think they sell this anymore, sorry. This did feel really nice to use though. It's a kind of sugar scrub. I do like the fresh scent of this too.

Gillette Satin Care Floral Passion Shave Gel, £3.25 for 200ml, $19.59 for a pack of six 7 ounce cans

I received this as part of my Xmas goodies, Link. I usually always buy the Gillete shave gels as I like how they feel on my skin. The scent of this product is floral but quite subtle.

Superdrug Essential Anti-Perspirant Deodorant

One of the products I received as part of my Xmas gifts, Link. The other can I purchased myself. I have previously reviewed this here. This is not shown on the Superdrug website, but I think it's around 69p for a 200ml can.

Body Creams & Scents

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Beyonce Heat Gold Sparkling Body Lotion

I bought this as part of the gift set that I mentioned earlier in this post. This has the same sensual scent. The gold sparkle in this product is very subtle.

Baylis & Harding England Skin Spa Body Butter, £14.99 for the Drawer Set

I received this as part of a gift set for my birthday, Link. This has a pretty rose, ylang ylang & patchouli scent. This was a nice cream to use. I would say it is more of a cream than a body butter as it has a looser consistency than a lot of body butters.

Hello Kitty Liberty Body Butter

I received this product as part of my Xmas gifts, Link. I previously reviewed this product here. This range was Limited Edition at Boots around Xmas time, but you may be able to find this on Ebay or Amazon.

Barbie Fab Floral Spritz, £3.10 for 100ml

I purchased this product from Avon, Link in October. I think the bottle is so cute and so pink, yay :) This was nice enough to use. I may keep the bottle to fill with water when I want to spray my make-up brushes to apply pigments.

Lolita Lempicka L'Eau en Blanc, £49.00 - £65.00 for 50ml / 100ml

I received this product in my May GlossyBox. Check out this Link for my thoughts on this product.

Fendi Fan Di Fendi Eau De Toilette, $67.00 for 1.7oz, £33.95 for 30ml / £57.00 for 75ml

I received this product in my March GlossyBox. You can check out this Link to see my thoughts on this scent.

Toothpaste, Lip Salves, Hand Creams & Foundation

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Macleans Total Health Toothpaste, £2.13 for 100ml

My Mum picked this up for me and it tastes fine. I prefer to buy whitening toothpastes, but Mum picked up the wrong one. I forgive you Mum. I prefer flip top lids on toothpaste though. I want to try some of the Crest White Strips so if you know the best place to order them please let me know and which ones out of the range work best for you.

Lip Lishuss! Vanilla Scent Lip Balm

I received this product in a pack of two as part of my Xmas gifts, Link. I have no idea where you can buy Lip Lishuss! products. This product is too vanilla for me. It is a lotion consistency with granules. I don't like how it feels applying it to my lips.

LP Skin Therapy (Lip Rescue Gel), £15.00 for 8ml

I received this product in my July GlossyBox, Link. When I first received this product I really liked it because of the orange scent and the doe foot applicator, but my boyfriend has been hating this. He doesn't like the way this feels on my lips and I kind of know what he means. It coats your lips with a kind of rubbery barrier and is no good at all if you want to apply any lip products over the top as they just won't adhere to your lips with this on. This has lasted ages though.

Sanctuary Spa Covent Garden Hand Lotion, £4.25 for 250ml

I really like the scent of this. It's a very calming spa aroma. The pump design is what really attracted me to this product. I had used the Body Lotion from this range for such a long time, but for some reason it started reacting badly to my skin. Other products in this range that I had already bought seem okay at the moment though. 

Arbonne FC5 Ultra-Hydrating Hand Creme

I received this item in my November GlossyBox, Link. This product felt so nice to use and the tube seemed to last forever. The tube is a little bland, but the product makes up for it. I would Google this product if you are interested in purchasing it as there are lots of links with various prices/sizes for it. 

Max Factor Ageless Elixir 2 in 1 Foundation + Serum SPF 15 - Natural 50, £12.99 for 30ml from Boots or Superdrug

I received this product for free and I have previously reviewed it here. My boyfriend commented about a month ago that I was looking a bit orange with this on so I went for the lighter shade of Light Ivory, but it's a bit too light for even me. My boss actually asked me if I was feeling okay the first time I wore it as I looked so pale. I have been mixing it with my Eyeko Tinted Cream and I think it works better.

The products I would buy in the future are:

Bioré Make-Up Removing Wipes

Marks & Spencer La Maison de Senteurs Body Wash

Rituals Yogi Flow Foaming Shower Gel Sensation

Primark Ooh La SPA DO NOT DISTURB Salt Scrub

Gillette Satin Care Floral Passion Shave Gel

Superdrug Essential Anti-Perspirant Deodorant

Sanctuary Spa Covent Garden Hand Lotion

Max Factor Ageless Elixir 2 in 1 Foundation + Serum SPF 15

So that's all of my May Empties. I hope you found this post useful. Which products have you been loving and loathing in May?

Love to you all

April 2012 Empties

Hello Beauties. I have the house all to myself today so I thought I would crack on and write my April 2012 Empties post. Here we go.

Face

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3 x Johnson's Baby Cotton Pads

99p For Each Pack Of 50 Pads From 99p Stores


£2.00 For 50 Pads from boots.com

The Information:

Johnson's Baby Cotton Pads are made from the highest quality 100% cotton to bring you wonderfully soft cotton wool that is ideal for all your baby, skincare and beauty needs.

My Thoughts:

I previously reviewed these in my March 2012 Empties post here.

Me To You Handy Wipes Orange Scented

£1.00 For A Pack Of 80 Wipes From Poundland

My Thoughts:

I also reviewed these in my March 2012 Empties post here.

Wash & Mask Cleanser

Sample was free with a magazine

My Thoughts:

I am really sorry as I have no idea what brand this is or even the name of the product because it doesn't say. Totally random I know. This product is dermatologically tested. It is a wash & mask cleanser. I used this as a face wash by wetting my face and massaging it into my skin. I then rinsed the product off while in the shower. It advises to use it like this twice daily. You can however use this as a mask also up to 3 times a week by wetting your face, leaving it on for 3 minutes and rinsing it off. This is a nice enough face wash, but I have no idea of price or anything else because it doesn't say. If you know then please advise.

Soap & Glory Clean Mary Cleansing Milk

£4.00 For 180ml From boots.com

Various Prices On ebay.co.uk 

The Information:

Clean Mary includes a natural, seaweed derived non-acid exfoliating complex and PORESHRINK-RS that helps reduce dead skin cell build-up (and therefore helps prevent blackheads!)  

It also contains:

• ANDIROBA OIL (a rich Amazonian oil) renowned for skin smoothing & soothing
• PANTHENOL (provitamin B5) conditions and protects the skin
• ORCHID FRUIT, VANILLA & MANGO EXTRACTS as natural, refreshing & reviving aromas
• VITAMIN E that supports the skins moisture content

Suitable for all skin types - Breaks down make-up!

Application:

Rub 3 or 4 pumps of Clean Mary onto your face & neck, then massage in circles, giving large pores priority. Rinse well or wipe off with a damp cotton pad, pat dry and then apply moisturiser.

My Thoughts:

I received this as a gift one Xmas before I started blogging. I use my face washes in the shower otherwise I would probably be too lazy to use them. I was not too impressed with this product because it's so milky and runny that you end up wasting product as it slips from your hands as you go to apply it. I did not notice any exfoliation with this product at all so I used a separate face exfoliator. It has a refreshing scent, but because of the negatives I have mentioned I would not buy this product.

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Pure Revitalising Eye Make-Up Remover 

£1.00 For 200ml From Poundland 

The Information:

A gentle soothing make-up remover for delicate skin and eyes. Gentle formula contains aloe vera and honey for added goodness. Amazing Value at just £1!

Application:

Apply to cotton wool and wipe gently around the eye area without rubbing. Avoid getting into the eyes.

My Thoughts:

Now I don't want to advise you to do this because it is not marketed as a full face cleanser/make-up remover, but that's how I used it. I do want to find a make-up remover/cleanser that removes dirt and make-up more quickly and effectively, but for £1.00 this has lasted me ages. This is a cream product with a very subtle scent. 

Kimia Rejuvenating Facial System


£69.00 For 30ml Of Facial Oil & 100ml Of Facial Hydra-Activator From onlynaturals.co.uk


£74.00 For 30/100ml From kimia.co.uk

£69.00 For 30ml Of Facial Oil & 100ml Of Facial Hydra-Activator From lovelula.com 

£65.00 For The System From naturesboutique.com 

£69.00 For The System From naturisimo.com 

The Information:

Kimia Exquisite All Natural Face Oil is based on a unique selection of the purest and most potent natural oils, sourced from around the world and carefully blended in a process developed through advanced research. While some of these ingredients combine to stimulate rejuvenation of the skin cells, others have cleansing, refining and nourishing properties. The Kimia oil-based serum is the dynamic element of the system that stimulates this active and continuous cell renewal.

These effects are activated and enhanced by Kimia Hydra-activator, a hydra-based formula that creates a synergistic effect when applied with the oil, increasing the absorption of the oil into the skin and accelerating the removal of dead cells, and leaving your skin velvety smooth with a non-greasy feel and look.

The Kimia Hydra-activator contains refined extracts of Lady’s Mantle. This special plant produces its own drops of moisture – so-called celestial water – and was renowned in ancient times for its magical powers. For centuries it was used in alchemy, a process believed to turn any compound into pure gold – the Kimia Glow. 

Ingredients:

Kimia 100% Natural Facial Oil: Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil (Sweet Almond Oil), Hamamelis Virginiana Extract (Witch Hazel), Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, Calendula Officinalis Oil (Calendula), Rosa Damascene Flower Oil (Rose), Salvia Sclarea Oil, Tocopheryl (Vitamin E), Sclerocarya Birrea (Marula), Rosa Moschata Oil (Rosehip), Vaccinium Macrocarpon Seed Oil (Cranberry), Citrus Aurantium Amara (Neroli).

Kimia Hydra-Activator: Water, Alcohol*, Mentha Piperita Water (Peppermint), Rosmarinus Officinalis Distillate (Rosemary), Alchemilla Vulgaris (Lady's Mantle), Hamamelis Virginiana Distillate (Witch Hazel), Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera), Lavandula Angustifolia Water (Lavender), Melissa Officinalis Distillate (Lemon Balm) * Naturally fermented grain alcohol. 

My Thoughts:

I previously reviewed this system in my October Empties post here.

No7 Protect & Perfect Beauty Serum

£21.00 For 30ml From boots.com 

The Information:

No7 Protect & Perfect Beauty Serum is irresistibly silky; it glides on instantly softening and soothing. Then, day by day, it perfects your skin’s surface, enlivening your complexion, helping to reduce the appearance of pores and smoothing lines and wrinkles in just 4 weeks.

No7 Protect & Perfect contains a unique antioxidant complex that helps protect against damaging free radicals, while concentrated levels of intense skin-firming pro-retinol complex boost and maintain elasticity. No7 Protect & Perfect's anti-wrinkle formula is light, non-greasy and fragrance free.
No7 is the No1 skincare brand in the UK.  

• Hypo-allergenic
• Dermalogically tested

Application:

 

 Use No7 Protect & Perfect Beauty Serum after cleansing and toning, morning and night. Smooth into your face and neck with your fingertips, finishing with your No7 Protect & Perfect Eye Cream and No7 Protect & Perfect Day or Night Cream.

My Thoughts:

I previously reviewed this product in my December Empties post here. I need a new face serum that really works to help diminish fine lines and wrinkles. Please advise my loves :)




Body

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Elemis Sp@Home Lime and Ginger Hand and Body Wash

£18.40 For 300ml From feelunique.com

£18.40 For 300ml From salonskincare.co.uk 

£18.40 For 300ml From timetospa.co.uk 

$30 For 300ml From timetospa.com 

£18.40 For 300ml From johnlewis.com 


The Information:


This fresh hand and body wash is a beautiful exotic fragrance of lime, vetiver, petitgrain and ginger essential oils, combined with plant extracts of thyme, nettle and chamomile, in a soya, wheat and milk protein base. This skin friendly formula is deep cleansing, whilst the rich creamy lather is super gentle, leaving your skin feeling fresh, clean, soft and nourished. The Elemis Promise - Elemis Sp@Home Lime and Ginger Hand and Body Wash is free from: parabens, SLS, SLES, DEA, mineral oils, artificial colours & silicones.

Application:

Use Elemis Sp@Home Lime and Ginger Hand and Body Wash in the shower morning and evening, or as a hand wash throughout the day.

Key Ingredients:

Lime, Vetiver, Petitgrain, Ginger, Thyme, Nettle, Soy, Wheat & Milk Proteins and Chamomile.


My Thoughts:


I received this in my February Feelunique Beauty Box. You can see my initial impressions of this product here. This was nice enough as a body wash, but it's more masculine in scent than I would pick for myself. The bottle is quite messy as the product seeps out around the top when you use it. Not great for travellers. The writing on the bottle has also started rubbing off.


Baylis & Harding England Skin Spa Steam Shower Body Cleanser


Included In This £19.99 3 Piece Box Set From argos.co.uk


Included In This £5.00 4 Piece Gift Set From debenhams.com


My Thoughts:

I received this product as part of a gift set for my birthday in January. You can see that post here. I like the scent of this product. The product itself was nice, but I did waste some because of the large opening at the top of the bottle. Wet hands in the shower do not help. 


Hello Kitty Liberty Body Wash

£6.00 From amazon.co.uk 


Application:

Massage gently over body using hands, flannel or body puff. Rinse well under running water.

My Thoughts:

I received this product for Xmas. You can find that post here. I am a massive Hello Kitty fan so how could I not love this. The packaging is gorgeous. The Hello Kitty Liberty range came out at Xmas time and was sold in Boots Pharmacy and at boots.com. This product has a pretty, sweet scent that is still subtle enough. My favourite thing about this though is the pump dispenser. I think all shower washes should have a pump design. You could refill this though with any product if you like pump designs too.


Gillette Satin Care Radiant Apricot Shave Gel


£1.49 For 75ml From superdrug.com

£2.60 For 200ml from ocado.com 

£3.25 For 200ml From boots.com 



The Information:

Get lustrous legs and a close shave with Satin Care Radiant Apricot shave gel. Its rich formula, with a touch of Apricot Oil, provides incredible glide. It’s infused with the sparkling scent of juicy peaches and nectarines and leaves your skin soft and satiny smooth every time you shave.

Ingredients:

Aqua, Palmitic Acid, Triethanolamine, Isopentane, Glycerol Oleate, Stearic Acid, Isobutane, Sorbitol, Parfum, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil, Peg-90M, Propylene Glycol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Silk Amino Acids, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Amyl Cinnamal, Hexyl Cinnamal, Linalool, CI 19140, CI 16035.

Application:

Gently rub shave gel over wet skin to produce a rich lather for a smooth shave.

My Thoughts:

I received this as part of my Xmas presents. You can see that post here. I like most fruits, but I can not stand the taste of apricots. This shave gel however smelt really nice. I usually use Gillette shave gels because they give a a good lather and a smooth shave.


Primark Grapefruit Body Scrub

£1.50 For 150ml From Primark

My Thoughts:

I previously reviewed this product in my March 2012 Empties post, Link :) as my Mum gave me two tubes.

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Clarins Extra-Firming Body Cream

£35.95 For 200ml From salonskincare.co.uk

£32.00 For 200ml From escentual.com 

£40.00 For 200ml From clarins.co.uk 

£40.00 From boots.com 


The Information:

A rich, velvety cream to pamper the body. A formula rich in eight regenerating and firming plant extracts which help restore the skin's youthful density and elasticity. Moisturising and nourishing, this comforting body cream instantly smoothes away lines, leaving skin soft, satin-smooth and supple.

Winner of Best Luxury Body Lotion
Stylist Skincare Awards 2011

Winner of Best Body Firming Potion
Cosmopolitan Beauty Awards 2011

Firm skin and a more youthful body: thanks to this intensive firming body care, your skin is immediately smoothed and, day after day, regains its youthful firmness and tone.
An irresistible velvety cream to pamper the body. A formula rich in regenerating and firming plant extracts which restore the skin's youthful density and elasticity. Moisturizing and nourishing, this comforting body care instantly smoothes away lines, leaving skin soft and satin-smooth.

Application:

Apply morning and/or evening, concentrating on the thighs, stomach, bust and inner arms.

Key ingredients:

Lemon thyme extract: protects elastic fibres for more supple skin. Extracts of bocoa, centella asiatica and lemon thyme: encourage the synthesis of collagen fibres for increased skin resistance. Shea butter and jojoba oil: moisturize and nourish the skin.

My Thoughts:


I received this product in my March 2012 GlossyBox: The Harrods Edition. You can find that post here. This cream I liked because it sank into my skin instantly without leaving and sticky residue. There was no need to wait before getting dressed. There is only a very subtle scent to this product. I wouldn't pay this price for a body cream though.

DKNY Be Delicious Fresh Blossom Body Lotion

Various Prices/Sizes From ebay.co.uk 

£42.97 For Gift Set From amazon.co.uk 

£46.00 For Gift Set From escentual.com 

£35.99 For Gift Set (30ml Perfume/100ml Body Lotion) From brandvalueshop.com 

£46.00 For Gift Set From dknyfragrances.co.uk 

£30.66 For Gift Set (50ml Perfume/100ml Body Lotion) From debenhams.com 


The Information:

Indulge in a fresh take on the Big Apple with the DKNY BE Delicious Fresh Blossom. This scent evokes the delicate and awakening nature of spring. Abundant with flora with just a touch of crisp, juicy apple, Fresh Blossom blends sparkling grapefruit, cassis and sun-kissed apricot with a floral heart of sheer muguet and rose, wrapped up in luminous jasmine. Surround yourself with your signature scent every day. Cocoon skin with the fragranced Body Lotion, and ensure the aroma lasts even longer by spritzing the Eau de Parfum over this fragrant base.

My Thoughts:


I received this product as part of a gift set for Xmas. You can find that post here. I have used this product before when my boyfriend purchased a gift set of this for me the previous Xmas. This has a very nice soft rose scent.

Hello Kitty Liberty Body Butter

99p From ebay.co.uk


£8.00 For Four Piece Gift Set From amazon.co.uk


My Thoughts:


I received this product as part of a gift set for Xmas. You can find that post here. This has really cute packaging and the same sweet scent as the body wash mentioned earlier in this post from the Hello Kitty Liberty collection. This was great until I neared the bottom of the jar where the product got under my nails as I scooped it out. It did last ages though.

Baylis & Harding England Skin Spa Rich Intensive Body Cream

Various Prices/Sizes From shopkiwi.co.uk

My Thoughts:

I received this for my birthday as part of a gift set. You can see that post here. This was a nice cream, but the hard bottle made it a bit difficult to get the product at the end of the bottle out. Too much product sometimes came out at the beginning of use due to the large opening at the top.

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Annick Goutal Mandragore Eau De Toilette

£48.60 For 50ml From feelunique.com

£70.32 For 100ml From amazon.co.uk 

85 Euros For 100ml From annickgoutal.com 

$115 For 100ml From luckyscent.com 

The Information:

A vibrant fragrance that combines the freshness of bergamot, star of anise, peppermint, ginger, boxwood, and mandrake. A magical potion that acts as a soothing balm for the skin.

This is a fragrance intended for men or women on a quest for mystery, sensuality, and elegance.

Top Notes: Bergamot and pepper.
Heart Notes: Mint and star anise.
Base Notes: Boxwood, ginger and mandrake. 

Hints and Tips:

The citrusy and aromatic head notes stands out more in eau de toilette. Choose this concentration for a light holding and to create a discreet trail.


My Thoughts:


I received this product in my December Feelunique Beauty Box. You can find that post here. I really like the look of this bottle, but I think it usually comes in a different version as shown in the links above. I wasn't sure about this scent at first, but I did get a couple of compliments at work when wearing this.

Di Palomo Orange Blossom With Wild Honey & Olive Eau De Parfum

£22.00 For 50ml From dipalomo.com

£21.95 For 50ml From temptationgifts.com 

£23.99 For 50ml From amazon.co.uk 

£22.50 For 50ml From snapemaltings.co.uk 

£22.00 For 50ml From austins-uk.com 

£22.00 For 50ml From designorchard.co.uk 


The Information:

A soft, sweet fragrance, inspired by an early evening walk through orange & olive groves above the Bay of Naples. Top notes of, bergamot, mandarin & orange blossom lead to middle notes of jasmine, honey & geranium, resting on a base of sandalwood, olive, amber & musk.

Ingredients:

Alcohol Denat, Aqua (Water), Parfum, Hexyl Cinnamal, Limonene, Benzyl Salicylate, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Hydroxycitronellal, Linalool, Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde, Geraniol, Citronellol, Citral.

My Thoughts:

I received this for free as it was sent to me to review.You can see my first impressions post here. I love the little flower at the top of this bottle, but it is a little irritating that it fell off every time I took the lid off. I really like the look of this Orange Blossom range from Di Palomo. It's my favourite look of all of their ranges. I would be happy to purchase this product in the future as it's such a sexy scent that's just bold enough. 

Superdrug Crush Body Spray From The Essential Range

99p At Time Of Purchase From Superdrug

My Thoughts:


I purchased this product in this haul post, Link :) I love the body sprays I picked up from this range. They are such good value and great scents. Check out the link above for my thoughts on the scent.



Impulse City Collection Paris Body Fragrance

 

£2.24 For 75ml From myonlinechemist.com 

 

The Information:

 

If you dream of love in the world's most romantic city, try Impulse Paris with a blend of bergamot, tangerine and muguet scents, and feel the charm of the city of lights. Spray it all over your body and enjoy its captivating scent!

 

Ingredients:
 

Alcohol Denat.
Butane
Isobutane
Propane
Parfum
Isopropyl Myristate
Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
Benzyl Alcohol
Benzyl Salicylate
Butylphenyl Methylpropional
Cinnamyl Alcohol
Citronellol
Eugenol
Hexyl Cinnamal
Limonene
Linalool

 

My Thoughts:

 

I received this as a Xmas gift. You can see that post here. I am really sorry to whoever bought this for me as I really can't remember, but I instantly did not like this scent when I sprayed it on. I have used it once and only once. It is therefore not actually one of my empties, but I will be definitely giving this away. If this is what Paris smells like then I ain't ever going to Paris!

 

 

 

 

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Oral-B Complete Extra White Toothpaste

 

£2.49 From superdrug.com 

 

£2.49 From chemistdirect.co.uk 

 

£2.49 For 100ml From lloydspharmacy.com 

 

£2.39 For 100ml From pharmacy2uk.co.uk 

 

£9.89 For A Pack Of 4 100ml From amazon.co.uk 

 

£2.49 For 100ml From boots.com 

 

£1.95 For 100ml From brandrefill.co.uk 

 

The Information:

 

Oral-B Complete Extra White gives you oral care protection with extra whitening power for a beautiful smile.
With regular brushing, Oral-B Complete helps to:

• Prevent tartar
• Prevent Cavities
• Whiten Teeth
• Freshen Breath

Ingredients:

 

Hydrated Silica
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
Cellulose Gum
Aroma
Zinc Citrate
Carrageenen
Sodium Fluoride
Sodium Saccharin
Hyroxyethylcellulose
Copernicia Cerifera Cera
Sodium Citrate
Stannous Chloride
Cl 77891
Silica
Limonene
Cl 42090 

 

My Thoughts:

 

I previously reviewed this product in my February 2012 Empties post here.

 

Boots Smile Breath Spray

 

£1.99 For 20ml From boots.com

The Information:

Boots Smile Fresh Breath Spray has a freshmint flavour, is sugar free and instantly freshens and deodorises. It is formulated to help overcome the odours caused by smoking, eating and drinking. 

 

Application: 

 

For instantly fresh breath spray directly into your mouth. 

 

My Thoughts:

 

This is great for on the go freshness. Just spritz and go. 

 

No7 Protect & Perfect Hand Cream

 

£5.80 From amazon.co.uk

£10.50 For 75ml From boots.com

 

£9.49 For 75ml From ebay.co.uk 

The Information:

As the weather changes, your skin can react by becoming dryer and tighter than normal. The thing is, we're all used to taking care of the skin on our face, but what about our hands? They're often exposed to the elements, so it's time to give them a little TLC too.

No7 Protect & Perfect Hand Cream quickly absorbs into your skin, leaving your hands beautifully soft and smooth. Plus the unique formula reduces the appearance of fine lines - evening out your skin tone in just two weeks, and helping to fade away age spots in just four weeks. The great thing is, even after you've washed your hands, the cream keeps replenishing and conditioning your skin, moisturising your cuticles and strengthening your nails.

Application:

Smooth into hands every morning and any time they need a little extra care.

My Thoughts:

I bought this product ages ago which is why the packaging looks slightly different in the links above. I am not really a fan of this product as it's a little greasy for me and takes a bit too much effort to work into the skin. As a side note this has a whitening complex to help fade age spots which I wonder if will not work well for people who fake tan or darker skin tones?

Candles

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Pan Aroma Strawberries & Cream Scented Candle

99p From 99p Stores

My Thoughts:

With The Spring/Summer season upon us this candle is gorgeous to have in any room.

Mi Pasion Pineapple Mango Scented Candle

$0.79 From walgreens.com

99p From 99p Stores

My Thoughts:

This was a lovely fruity scent to use.

Betty Crocker Raspberry Tart Scented Candle

$7.93 From amazon.com

£1.00 For 85g From fourwayspharmacy.com

£1.00 For 85g From butterflypharmacy.com

99p From 99p Stores

My Thoughts:

A definite raspberry scent. Lovely.

I purchased all of these candles in this haul from 99p Stores. Such great value.

Products I would buy in the future:

Johnson's Baby Cotton Pads

Me To You Handy Wipes Orange Scented

Hello Kitty Liberty Body Wash

Di Palomo Orange Blossom With Wild Honey & Olive Eau De Parfum

Superdrug Crush Body Spray From The Essential Range

 

Oral-B Complete Extra White Toothpaste

 

Boots Smile Breath Spray

Pan Aroma Strawberries & Cream Scented Candle

Mi Pasion Pineapple Mango Scented Candle

Betty Crocker Raspberry Tart Scented Candle

So that's all folks. I hope you found this post helpful. What products have you been loving and loathing in April?

Love to you all