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AUGUST 2018 BEAUTY, FASHION & LIFESTYLE FAVOURITES

September 4, 2018 in BEAUTY
kat von d brow products

Sorry that i’ve skipped a couple of months of favourites posts, but i’m back with my favourites from August 2018 (and really July 2018 too). There’s a lovely mix of makeup, skincare, haircare, jewellery and books. I hope it helps you to discover your own new product loves.

Since I’ve stopped getting my brows done by Benefit, after discovering this amazing Persian lady nearer to where I live, I’ve also switched up my brow grooming products too. Kat Von D have brought out a whole new collection of brow products. There really is something for everyone – from crazy colours, to products for the lightest and darkest of skin and hair tones. It’s also 100% Vegan too.Kat Von D Brow Struck Dimension Powder in WalnutSome of the things I am loving from it are – the Beauty Powder Brow Brush #75* (£16 from Debenhams). This brush has really stiff and tightly-packed bristles to give you ultimate control over your brush strokes. It also has a unique combed design to groom hairs as you apply colour. The brow powders are also amazing – I’ve been loving the Brow Struck Dimension Powder in Walnut* (£17 from Debenhams). These powders are semi-metallic to mimic the natural shine and highlights of your real brow hairs. This makes your brows look really natural as you are getting that added dimension. The powders are very pigmented and blend really well – you can even use them as eyeshadows! They are waterproof and smudge proof for up to 12 hours too.Pixi Beauty Glow-y Gossamer Duo Highlighters in Subtle SunrisePixi Beauty Glow-y Gossamer Duo Highlighters in Subtle Sunrise swatchesAs well as these products from Kat Von D, another makeup item that i’ve been loving recently is the Pixi Beauty Glow-y Gossamer Duo Highlighters in Subtle Sunrise* (£20 from Pixi Beauty). These aren’t subtle highlighters – they have a very metallic shine to them, but I love that. There’s a champagne shade and a warmer peachy bronze shade. They blend really nicely and you only need a little to be seen from space. So pretty!Milani Conceal and Perfect 2 In 1 Foundation and Concealer Finally, makeup wise, i’ve been all over the Milani Conceal and Perfect 2 In 1 Foundation and Concealer (£12.95 from Just My Look). I use the shade 00A Porcelain, and I just think it looks so natural and flawless on my skin. I do still use a concealer – mainly just for my undereyes. It’s a great foundation, but it’s not a concealer too! It’s water-resistant and stays put all day long. It’s great at evening out skin discolourations or red areas, and it has a natural, dewy look to it. It does oxidise a bit, so be wary of that when you are choosing your shade.Omorovicza Hydra Melting CleanserOnto skincare, i’ve been using a new balm-like cleanser to take my makeup off at night. The new Omorovicza Hydra Melting Cleanser* (£65 from Omorovicza). Now, I am aware that this is very pricey for a cleanser, so if you can’t justify spending that amount, I have so many other more affordable balm cleanser recommendations on my blog. However, if you want to treat yourself, or have a cleanser that you only use on special pamper nights, this is a great one. It smells amazing – a spa blend of essential oils such as rose and chamomile – and feels so luxurious on the skin. It’s a tri-phase cleanser, so it starts off feeling like a gel, that then transforms into an oil (to break down makeup). Then, when you add water, it turns into a milky emulsion that you can easily rinse or flannel off. It contains Mallow Flower Extract to hydrate and reduce inflammation, as well as Sea Buckthorn Berry Oil, which is rich in Vitamins, A, C and E and Omega 7, to purify and regenerate the skin. It removes makeup very well, and it leaves your skin feeling soft and supple.

Haircare-wise, I’ve been so enjoying using the new Shea Moisture 100% Virgin Coconut Oil Leave-In Treatment (£10.98 from Feel Unique). It’s a milky conditioning spray that I spray onto my towel-dried hair and then brush through. It’s light but it really nourishes my hair and helps it look smooth, silky and soft. Plus, who doesn’t adore the smell of coconut?! I also like to use this product another way too. When I want to apply an overnight hair mask onto damp hair, I use this to dampen it – for a double dose of conditioning treatments.oNecklace Sterling Silver Heartbeat RingoNecklace Sterling Silver Heartbeat RingOnto fashion, I’ve been obsessed with my new Sterling Silver Heartbeat Ring ($24.95 from oNecklace). I’ve had my eye on Rosie Fortescue’s heartbeat rings for a long time, but they are so expensive; so when I came across this bargain but quality alternative, I just had to have it. It’s a real statement ring, but it looks very chic and expensive too.

Lastly, I have a book to share with you. I’ve not had much time for reading lately, but I have managed to get through a few books whilst I’ve been back working in TV and film production. Most of them have been so-so, but I really enjoyed the thriller The Girlfriend by Michelle Francis (£5.75 paperback or £0.98 Kindle, from Amazon). It’s about a girl, Cherry, who has her sights set on a wealthy man who comes from a wealthy family. She is from a poorer background, but does everything she can to make her life look just as middle-class as his. She’ll stop at nothing to worm her way into his family to improve her living conditions and future, and when her Mother-In-Law starts to suspect that she is not all that she seems, bad things start to happen. Thrillers are definitely my favourite books to read.

This post contains press samples, but all opinions are my own.

You can find out more about what I’m loving, and what I’m doing, over on my Instagram.

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Some PR samples — My first post for the #sundays Some PR samples — My first post for the #sundaysix hashtag (# created by @bekah_sun)! This week I’ve got some new beauty & fragrance finds, as well as a TV show and a cosy knit.
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I’ve been loving the new @givenchybeauty fragrance Irresistible which came into my life last week. It’s rose-based (of course it is) and is also light and fruity. The perfect spring scent to put a pep in your step.  Last month I discovered a real hair hero (L’Oreal Wonder Water I love ya) & this week I’ve found this new release from @erborian_uk for skin. It’s a miracle worker. I can’t even describe what it does, but you NEED it! It’s a non-tinted, silicone-free bare skin perfector. It’s a thick, lush, silky cream that plumps & hydrates, blurs & illuminates with Korean White Ginseng complex & retexturizing enzymes for a visible "new skin" effect.  It’s heavenly and a Skinfluencer’s dream!  The @sundayrileyeurope ICE Ceramide Cream is every bit as good as I wanted it to be. It’s not nearly as thick as Dr Jart Ceramidin but it feels just as moisturising, strengthening and protective. If you need that deep moisturising power but want a lighter texture, this is for you, for plump and supple skin.  I’ve been loving the new @fentyskin Flash Nap Eye Gel-Cream & cooling tool. It’s light and hydrating, and really wakens up & smoothes my eye area in the morning. It feels so nice to use these both together - a tiny moment of self-care.  Years & years ago I watched the first 2 seasons of How to Get Away With Murder with my Mum, but gave up as I couldn’t fully get into it. I tried again with David and we’re just finishing season 6 (the last) this week. We were hooked from the start and have binged it over a month. It’s a gripping box set if you like US crime thrillers like PLL or Scandal. Available on Netflix!  Lastly, I do love a cream knit but I found this one at @simplybeuk that has a pop of neon yellow on the sleeve. It really brightens my day. It’s the small things at the moment!  #fentyskin #sundayriley #givenchybeauty #givenchyfragrance #erborian #skinfirst #bareskin #glowglowingskincare #healthyglowingskinforlife #skincareaddicts #skincareaddicted #skincarejunkies #skincareobsessed
PR samples — It’s #friyayfaves (# by @the__glo PR samples — It’s #friyayfaves (# by @the__glow__girl) I got a lovely selection of products to try from @glowrecipe recently, so I’ve now got a little Glow Recipe collection!
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This week I’ve been LOVING the new Niacinamide Dew Drops - heavenly glow, contains my hero ingredient Niacinamide & lovely hydration. Recommend as last step in skincare, before makeup or instead of makeup. 
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Also been loving the Avocado Melt Retinol Eye Sleeping Mask. It’s been nice to add a dedicated PM eye product to my evening routine & my under-eye area is smooth & rested when I wake up.
🥑  #glowrecipe #glowyskin #glowyskincare #glowup #glowglowing #glowglowingskincare #healthyglowingskinforlife #skincareaddicts #skincareaddicted #skincarejunkies #skincareobsessed #butfirstskincare #skincarefirst #bbloggersuk #bbloggeruk #ukbblogger #ukbeautyblogger #ukbeautybloggers  #bbloggers #instaskin #instaskincarecommunity #skincarecommunity #instaskincare #igskincarecommunity #igskincare #beautycommunity #skincareingredients
PR samples — We’re halfway through the week!! PR samples — We’re halfway through the week!! Had a little #pinkwednesday play with the below products...  @lauramercier Caviar Stick in Orchid
@lancomeofficial Idole Mascara
@givenchybeauty Prism Libre Skin-Caring Glow Foundation 
@ctilburymakeup Hyaluronic Happikiss in Pillow Talk
💗  #lauramercier #charlottetilburymakeup #charlottetilburylipstick #charlottetilburypillowtalk #charlottetilburyhappikiss #givenchyprismelibre #givenchymakeup #lancomeidolemascara #lancomeidole #makeuplooksgood #makeuplookideas #makeuplooksbyme #makeuplooks #glowymakeup #glowymakeuplook #glowyskingoals #dewymakeup #dewymakeuplook #ukbeautyblogger #ukbeauty #ukbeautyblog #beautycommunity #skincarecommunity #makeupcommunity #makeupaddicted #bbloggeruk #bbloggersuk
PR sample — Happy #texturetuesday 🥳 This is t PR sample — Happy #texturetuesday 🥳 This is the brilliant new scalp treatment from @tresemmeuk - you get hair posts 2 days in a row! The Tresemme Purify & Hydrate Exfoliating Pre Shampoo Scrub is currently half price in Superdrug for just £3.02!
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This scrub is helping my hair to last longer between washes as my problem is that my roots get greasy fairly quickly. It does take a while to rinse out, but it’s worth that extra effort. The exfoliant is coconut shells! It also has menthol in it which is really refreshing & awakening in the morning.
💆🏻‍♀️
Adding this into my routine before a hydrating shampoo really deeply cleans my roots and stops them getting oily so fast, meaning that my roots and ends progress at the same dirtiness pace!
😂  #tresemme #tresemmé #scalptreatment #scalpcare #scalpscrub hairtreatment #hairtreatments #haircareroutine #haircareproducts #haircareproduct #haircareproductsthatwork #beautycommunity #beautyreview #beautyreviews #beautyreviewer #bbloggers #bbloggeruk #skincarecommunity #skinfluencer #instabeautyblogger #instabeautyblog #ukbeautybloggers #ukbeautyblog #goodhairdontcare #goodhairvibes
PR sample — You’ll have seen a lot of this pro PR sample — You’ll have seen a lot of this product over the last couple of weeks & it’s for good reason. It very much is, indeed, a miracle. In just 8 seconds, as your conditioner, this will give you the smoothest, sleekest, softest hair you’ve ever had. I’ve just ordered 2 more bottles.
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The L’Oreal Dream Lengths 8-Second Wonder Water is £9.99 and you’ll get no more than 10 applications per bottle, but it sure is ‘worth it’. Wonder Water is a breakthrough damaged hair treatment, in a rinse-out liquid conditioner formula that’s powered by Lamellar Water Technology. Moisturising agents and amino acids target dry, damaged areas of hair, forming thin layers called Lamella to smooth hair’s surface instantly transforming lengths for silkier, shinier and healthier-looking hair. 
🙌🏻
I’m honestly not sure I’ll ever use another conditioner again. You need it, go buy it. Now, now, now!
💗  #selfcaresunday #loreal #lorealparis #lorealhair #loreal8secondwonderwater #loréal #hairconditioner #hairtreatment #hairtreatments #hairsmoothing #hairsmoothening #hairrepair #haircareroutine #haircareproducts #haircareproduct #haircareproductsthatwork #beautycommunity #beautyreview #beautyreviews #beautyreviewer #bbloggers #bbloggeruk #skincarecommunity #skinfluencer #instabeautyblogger #instabeautyblog #ukbeautybloggers #ukbeautyblog #goodhairdontcare #goodhairvibes
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Some PR samples — My first post for the #sundays Some PR samples — My first post for the #sundaysix hashtag (# created by @bekah_sun)! This week I’ve got some new beauty & fragrance finds, as well as a TV show and a cosy knit.
💗
I’ve been loving the new @givenchybeauty fragrance Irresistible which came into my life last week. It’s rose-based (of course it is) and is also light and fruity. The perfect spring scent to put a pep in your step.  Last month I discovered a real hair hero (L’Oreal Wonder Water I love ya) & this week I’ve found this new release from @erborian_uk for skin. It’s a miracle worker. I can’t even describe what it does, but you NEED it! It’s a non-tinted, silicone-free bare skin perfector. It’s a thick, lush, silky cream that plumps & hydrates, blurs & illuminates with Korean White Ginseng complex & retexturizing enzymes for a visible "new skin" effect.  It’s heavenly and a Skinfluencer’s dream!  The @sundayrileyeurope ICE Ceramide Cream is every bit as good as I wanted it to be. It’s not nearly as thick as Dr Jart Ceramidin but it feels just as moisturising, strengthening and protective. If you need that deep moisturising power but want a lighter texture, this is for you, for plump and supple skin.  I’ve been loving the new @fentyskin Flash Nap Eye Gel-Cream & cooling tool. It’s light and hydrating, and really wakens up & smoothes my eye area in the morning. It feels so nice to use these both together - a tiny moment of self-care.  Years & years ago I watched the first 2 seasons of How to Get Away With Murder with my Mum, but gave up as I couldn’t fully get into it. I tried again with David and we’re just finishing season 6 (the last) this week. We were hooked from the start and have binged it over a month. It’s a gripping box set if you like US crime thrillers like PLL or Scandal. Available on Netflix!  Lastly, I do love a cream knit but I found this one at @simplybeuk that has a pop of neon yellow on the sleeve. It really brightens my day. It’s the small things at the moment!  #fentyskin #sundayriley #givenchybeauty #givenchyfragrance #erborian #skinfirst #bareskin #glowglowingskincare #healthyglowingskinforlife #skincareaddicts #skincareaddicted #skincarejunkies #skincareobsessed
PR samples — It’s #friyayfaves (# by @the__glo PR samples — It’s #friyayfaves (# by @the__glow__girl) I got a lovely selection of products to try from @glowrecipe recently, so I’ve now got a little Glow Recipe collection!
💗
This week I’ve been LOVING the new Niacinamide Dew Drops - heavenly glow, contains my hero ingredient Niacinamide & lovely hydration. Recommend as last step in skincare, before makeup or instead of makeup. 
🙌🏻
Also been loving the Avocado Melt Retinol Eye Sleeping Mask. It’s been nice to add a dedicated PM eye product to my evening routine & my under-eye area is smooth & rested when I wake up.
🥑  #glowrecipe #glowyskin #glowyskincare #glowup #glowglowing #glowglowingskincare #healthyglowingskinforlife #skincareaddicts #skincareaddicted #skincarejunkies #skincareobsessed #butfirstskincare #skincarefirst #bbloggersuk #bbloggeruk #ukbblogger #ukbeautyblogger #ukbeautybloggers  #bbloggers #instaskin #instaskincarecommunity #skincarecommunity #instaskincare #igskincarecommunity #igskincare #beautycommunity #skincareingredients
PR samples — We’re halfway through the week!! PR samples — We’re halfway through the week!! Had a little #pinkwednesday play with the below products...  @lauramercier Caviar Stick in Orchid
@lancomeofficial Idole Mascara
@givenchybeauty Prism Libre Skin-Caring Glow Foundation 
@ctilburymakeup Hyaluronic Happikiss in Pillow Talk
💗  #lauramercier #charlottetilburymakeup #charlottetilburylipstick #charlottetilburypillowtalk #charlottetilburyhappikiss #givenchyprismelibre #givenchymakeup #lancomeidolemascara #lancomeidole #makeuplooksgood #makeuplookideas #makeuplooksbyme #makeuplooks #glowymakeup #glowymakeuplook #glowyskingoals #dewymakeup #dewymakeuplook #ukbeautyblogger #ukbeauty #ukbeautyblog #beautycommunity #skincarecommunity #makeupcommunity #makeupaddicted #bbloggeruk #bbloggersuk
PR sample — Happy #texturetuesday 🥳 This is t PR sample — Happy #texturetuesday 🥳 This is the brilliant new scalp treatment from @tresemmeuk - you get hair posts 2 days in a row! The Tresemme Purify & Hydrate Exfoliating Pre Shampoo Scrub is currently half price in Superdrug for just £3.02!
💆🏻‍♀️
This scrub is helping my hair to last longer between washes as my problem is that my roots get greasy fairly quickly. It does take a while to rinse out, but it’s worth that extra effort. The exfoliant is coconut shells! It also has menthol in it which is really refreshing & awakening in the morning.
💆🏻‍♀️
Adding this into my routine before a hydrating shampoo really deeply cleans my roots and stops them getting oily so fast, meaning that my roots and ends progress at the same dirtiness pace!
😂  #tresemme #tresemmé #scalptreatment #scalpcare #scalpscrub hairtreatment #hairtreatments #haircareroutine #haircareproducts #haircareproduct #haircareproductsthatwork #beautycommunity #beautyreview #beautyreviews #beautyreviewer #bbloggers #bbloggeruk #skincarecommunity #skinfluencer #instabeautyblogger #instabeautyblog #ukbeautybloggers #ukbeautyblog #goodhairdontcare #goodhairvibes
PR sample — You’ll have seen a lot of this pro PR sample — You’ll have seen a lot of this product over the last couple of weeks & it’s for good reason. It very much is, indeed, a miracle. In just 8 seconds, as your conditioner, this will give you the smoothest, sleekest, softest hair you’ve ever had. I’ve just ordered 2 more bottles.
🙌🏻
The L’Oreal Dream Lengths 8-Second Wonder Water is £9.99 and you’ll get no more than 10 applications per bottle, but it sure is ‘worth it’. Wonder Water is a breakthrough damaged hair treatment, in a rinse-out liquid conditioner formula that’s powered by Lamellar Water Technology. Moisturising agents and amino acids target dry, damaged areas of hair, forming thin layers called Lamella to smooth hair’s surface instantly transforming lengths for silkier, shinier and healthier-looking hair. 
🙌🏻
I’m honestly not sure I’ll ever use another conditioner again. You need it, go buy it. Now, now, now!
💗  #selfcaresunday #loreal #lorealparis #lorealhair #loreal8secondwonderwater #loréal #hairconditioner #hairtreatment #hairtreatments #hairsmoothing #hairsmoothening #hairrepair #haircareroutine #haircareproducts #haircareproduct #haircareproductsthatwork #beautycommunity #beautyreview #beautyreviews #beautyreviewer #bbloggers #bbloggeruk #skincarecommunity #skinfluencer #instabeautyblogger #instabeautyblog #ukbeautybloggers #ukbeautyblog #goodhairdontcare #goodhairvibes
PR sample — There’s only a few more days to ge PR sample — There’s only a few more days to get your hands on this month’s epic @mintdbox - it’s a fantastic box this month, as usual. Now is the time to jump on board as a subscriber as I’ve been told March’s box is a super special one!
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In February’s box you get 4 full-size luxury skincare products (worth £212) for just £70! We all need some self-care time at the moment & that’s the theme of this month’s box!
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The Oskia Renaissance Mask is a cult favourite & I’ve loved it for years. It’s a thick lush balm that you lather on your face, leaving it for 20 mins to do it’s amazing exfoliation & radiance-boosting work. The Kora Organics Noni Bright Vitamin C Serum brightens, boosts skin elasticity, diminishes the appearance of lines and hydrates the skin too. The Aromatherapy Associates Rose Bath & Shower Oil is a heavenly treat. I apply it around my shoulders and chest, breathing  in the calming aroma, before getting into the shower. Finally, Prismologie’s Rose Quartz & Rose Balm soothes your mind and nourishes the skin on your body. It leaves you with a little bit of lustre too 💫 
💗  #mintdbox #beautysubscription #beautysubscriptionbox #luxurybeauty #luxuryskincare #luxuryskincareproducts #highendbeauty #highendskincare #skincareaddicts #skincareaddicted #skincarejunkies #skincareobsessed #butfirstskincare #skincarefirst #selfcaresunday #bbloggersuk #bbloggeruk #ukbblogger #bbloggers #instaskin  #skincarecommunity #instaskincare #igskincarecommunity #igskincare #beautycommunity #oskia #aromatherapyassociates
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