Current Lip Favourites

Disclaimer- Although I work for The Body Shop this in no way effects my opinion.

My go to lip formulas for when I need a moisture boost and a hint of colour...

Lip care is an area of my beauty routine that gets slightly neglected, I have all these wonderful lip products that sit side by side in the draw waiting to be used, there are a few however that manage to make the jump into my daily routine, first up is the Korres Lip Butter in Pomegranate this is perfect for chapped lips and gives a slight hint of sheen and colour, Pomegranates are rich in antioxidants which help to reduce aging.  If I am looking for something quick with a little colour this is my go to. Next up is the Burt's Bees Beeswax Lip Balm, this natural lip product is packed with coconut and sunflower oils which nourish and condition the lips, the beeswax helps to seal in this hydration keeping your lips looking moisturised, it also contains peppermint oil so it feels fresh when applied.

If I need something more intense I turn to my Nuxe Reve de Miel Honey Lip Balm, the consistency is rich and thick and feels more like a lip treatment that a balm, I like to use this at night so it is a perfect product to keep on the bedside table, the plant oils and grapefruit essence help to soothe the lips while the Shea butter and honey nourish and repair.

For moisture and colour I like to use The Body Shops Colour Crush Lipsticks, I have the shades Coral Cutie105 - a bright coral hue with true orange tones and Blushing Pink 225 - a pretty pink shade that looks great with a tan. The lovely texture of these lipsticks means they glide on easily and the colour can be built up depending on how bold you want to go. They are lots of shades in this range so I will definitely be picking a few more of these up!


What are your favourite lip products at the moment?

Pampering Must Haves

Find yourself with an evening to spare? Grab a pen and paper and add these must haves to your evening pamper list...

Since I started working at The Body Shop I have definitely been inspired to spend more time on body care, I used to dread the thought of coming home, exfoliating etc but now I have turned it into a more luxurious end to the day and it is something I really look forward to. So if you are looking to shake up your routine then read on...

The Body Shop Mango Body Scrub - This sugar scrub removes dead skin cells and improves skins circulation, it contains mango seed oil so it has a real fruity scent, I like using this with exfoliating gloves or a mitt. As well as leaving my skin feeling super soft it is also perfect for removing fake tan.
Next up is the Korres Vanilla and Cinnamon Body Milk - I think the main reason I love using this so much is because it smells delicious, the vanilla and cinnamon scents combine to create a really yummy smell.. almost pudding like. This is packed with skin loving ingredients like almond oil, aloe and Shea butter that combine to hydrate the skin. If I am looking to moisturise in a hurry I always turn to the Satsuma Body Sorbet from The Body Shop, this is super hydrating leaving the skin feeling moisturised, the sorbet texture sinks into the skin quickly as it is so lightweight, it also is very cooling on the skin.

I am always looking to add products to my pamper regime so let me know in the comments your current favourites.

New Favourites - Beauty #2

Check out the new additions to my beauty collection that I have instantly fallen in love with...

This week I have been trying out a lot of new products and I have instantly fallen in love with quite a few, first up is a fragrance, I have been looking for a summer time scent ever since the weather improved, I wanted something fresh and long lasting so I picked up the Hugo Boss Orange Sunset Eau De Toilette from Boots, the fragrance has a base of creamy sandalwood combined with vanilla with feminine notes of rose and fresh notes of bergamot and mandarin. It is a very distinct scent, and one that lasts all day. Another beautifully smelling product I have been loving is the Korres Fig shower gel, this lathers up really well and unlike other body washes I have tried the scent of the freshly cut figs can be smelt for ages after washing. The Korres Lip Butter in Pomegranate has also made my list, it has been keeping my lips in great condition with its super moisturizing properties, It is also slightly coloured so recently this has been my go to lip product, I also love wearing this over the top of my Bourjois Rouge Edition Velvet Lipstick for a more wearable everyday look.

Skincare wise I have completely overhauled my routine, more on that later, but I thought I would mention the Eucerin Dermo Purifyer Cleanser*, this is specially formulated for blemish prone or oily skin, now touch wood my blemishes are ok at the moment but I do get oily during the day so I thought this would be great to try. You apply this to wet skin and massage into the skin in circular motions removing make up and excess sebum, since using this I have found myself powdering a lot less and the anti bacterial properties in the cleanser mean I am less likely to get blemishes, so a big thumbs up from me!

A new foundation now and this is one I have been constantly wearing since purchasing it, the Revlon Colourstay for oily/combination skin is perfect for long days when you need your foundation to last, for my perfect shade I have been mixing 'Early Tan' and 'Sand Beige' the two combined create my base. The finish is matte but not cakey and it feels lightweight at the same time as being medium to full coverage. Last but not least is the No.7 Instant Radiance Bronzing Highlighter, I read a lot of great reviews for the Radiance Highlighter so when I saw No.7 had released a bronzing version I knew I needed it in my collection. This looks stunning swept across the cheekbones for a bronzed goddess look, but I have also been loving using this as a contour, the shade is definitely dark enough to create a shadow and the shimmer adds a little glow to the skin.

What are some of your new favourites? Have you tried anything recently and instantly fallen in love?

*this product was sent to me for review, this in no way effects my opinion.