I can’t be the only person that has backups of their favourite skincare / beauty products?! I consider myself to be quite low-key when it comes to hoarding products or buying new things, even though I love beauty and skincare. There are just a couple of items that I will always have a spare of so that when I run out I have one to replace it straight away. I wanted to share with you the 3 items that I have religiously repurchased and recommend time and time again.
This Oat Milk Cream Cleanser is my go to hot cloth cleanser. It is a lovely rich cream and I like how gentle it is on the skin, but that it also removes makeup.
Oat Seed Oil – rich in fatty acids, omegas and oleic and linoleic acid, this moisturising oil is easily absorbed into the skin. Vitamin E and ceramides help to lock in moisturise, promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Sodium Lauroyl Oat Amino Acids – which are gentle and less stripping, they leave your skin feeling less dry. They protect the skin barrier and reduce water loss for a deeply moisturising and gentle cleanse.
The Q+A skincare range is very affordable and great quality. I have been through countless tubes of this. I just need a mini version to take away on holiday.
This serum has been years in the making from Garnier and contains, 10% Pure vitamin C & Hyaluronic Acid. It is of the best, affordable products I have tried for achieving glowing, fresh skin. It is great at reducing sunspot and uneven skin tone and rejuvenating tired skin, which is just what I need.
Vitamin C – A potent antioxidant with brightening properties
Hyaluronic Acid – A humectant that retains moisture to hydrate the skin
I have to say that I like the day serum too, they make a wonderful skincare duo.
Both my husband and I swear by this cream, especially in the colder months. It is so hydrating and perfect if you have sensitive skin. It is non-greasy, lightweight and doesn’t feel heavy on the skin. It is what I reach for if the weather is cold, my skin is feeling dry or my makeup is not going on as well as usual. Fantastic at giving you that boost of hydration, and I travel everywhere with a mini pot of this.
Glacial Glycoprotein – Sourced from Antarctic sea glaciers to deliver intense hydration
Squalane – A natural moisturising agent and antioxidant
Pro-Ceramides to smooth skin and help boost hydration!
I would love to know what products you always stock up on.
Samaya is an ‘all natural’ brand based on ancient Ayurvedic principles (one of the world’s oldest holistic healing systems) which focuses on maintaining balance through the health and wellness of your mind, body and soul and their products are the perfect antidote to a stressful, busy and hectic lifestyle as it allows you to incorporate balance and wellness into your daily skincare routine.
My dosha was identified as Pitta which tend to be: Well-proportioned and compact build, with a focused mind and a love of order. Confident and passionate, enjoying challenges. Prone to anger and impatience when out of balance. Benefits from gentle skincare as skin can be sensitive and irritable, susceptible to wrinkles, sunburn, and inflammation.
Which I have to say is a damn good match for me & my skin concerns.
I really like that the Pitta skincare focuses on healing, repairing and soothing, which is so up my street.
You can learn which dosha best suits you here, by answering a few simple questions
I’ve been trying out the Renewing Exfoliant. It’s a creamy non-abrasive enzyme based exfoliant. You use it every other day, apply to dry skin, leave it for 20 minutes then rinse it off.
I tend to use it when I have got a little more time, and that is more often than not in the evening. It gently removes dead skin cells, helps unclog pores, smooths skin and prevents blemishes.
It is also great at preventing and reducing pigmentation, fine lines and scarring. The cream texture means that it won’t damage your skin and that the exfoliator works without you having to scrub away a layer of skin. A much more gentle approach.
The ingredient list is packed with natural skin loving, beneficial oils, extracts, and plant based goodness. It is rich in nourishing & soothing ingredients,
If you haven’t used Samaya skincare then you are in for a treat, I would describe them as a premium skincare brand, that use key, concentrated ingredients to ensure their products delivers results.
*this product is a PR Sample, but all opinions are my own.
I thought I would share with you the products that I have used up over the past couple of weeks, among them are quite a few products that I have already repurchased, like the L’Oréal Serums and the Essence Brow Gel.
A product I always have in my skincare routine, I have used up so many bottles of this mist over the past 10 years. It is one of Jurlique’s most iconic products, I feel like everyone would recognise this product. It is refreshing, calming and a lovely way to hydrate your skin throughout the day. It is nice under makeup or to give your skin a pep as your makeup and skin gets a little dry & it does not disturb your makeup. Love it and all the wonderful natural rose ingredients, such a treat for your skin.
Well this is another gem of a product from Jurlique which packs a punch and I have to say it supercharged my skincare routine. This is a very lightweight crèam, and the texture is in-between a serum and a light moisturiser, I used it morning and evening before my moisturiser. It helps skin look brighter, more awake and hydrated. Over time, it evens out skin tone, and has collagen-boosting, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties. So this is a fab product to add to your skincare routine.
The Ordinary are one of my favourite no BS skincare brands. I have tried so many of their science led skincare products, and they never ever disappoint. This serum plumps, revives and smooths skin. It is fantastic, the peptides in this serum stimulate collagen synthesis and hyaluronic acid, which we all know is the queen of hydration. So over time your skin is going to have less fine lines and look rejuvenated. You have to try this.
The entire revitalift range from L’Oréal is incredible. I have used quite a few products from it now & I have even got my mum (who is 65) using the night cream. The Glycolic Acid Serum is wonderful for skin like mine that is often quite dull. I use this serum in the evening, and it helps reduce dark spots, uneven skin tone, anti-ageing, and wrinkles. The Glycolic acid helps gently exfoliate skin, promoting the turnover of cells which helps give you that glowing, even toned skin. The aloe makes it gentle and soothing. For the price, it is so good. Just remember to wear SPF the next day.
There is 100% a theme with the products I really like, they all help with reviving dull skin! The Temple Spa toner is lovely, a great step in a routine for reducing dark spots, and exfoliates to help turnover skin cells for a glowing complexion. Ideal for refreshing your skin and combating the effects of winter. So if you are looking for a toner that will leave your complexion looking refreshed, nourished, and renewed, this is it!
I think this serum is my favourite ever product from L’Oreal & that is a big claim! This hyaluronic serum is plumping, hydrating and fantastic at smoothing out the appearance of fine lines. I like to use it in my morning skincare routine, as it helps my foundation and under eye concealer look flawless all day. If you want a product that will actually work to smooth out your skin, reduce dark spots and help keep moisture locked in, then this is the one.
Have you tried this range yet? If you’re 30+ I highly recommend it. The day cream is so good too, and it has SPF50
One of my all-time favourite balm to oil cleansers, I have these in all different sizes, as I love to take it with me when I travel. It is my go-to evening cleanser, great as a first step, if you like to double cleanse. It removes makeup with ease, leaves my skin feeling clean, nourished and soft. Not only that, it is packed with so many beneficial ingredients, a blend of 9 essential oils including Lavender, Chamomile, and Eucalyptus. Formulated without mineral oils, it also combines Rose and Mimosa waxes with Elderberry, Starflower and Optimega Oils which leave skin feeling deeply cleansed, soothed and supremely soft. 10/10 from me. I am currently using their fig cleanser and seeing how that compares.
I have used up so many of these face washes and told you all how much I love it. Nothing has changed, it works, it is great and very affordable. I have bought them for my family and my husband even likes to use it. So there you have it, It’s refreshing, lightweight, gentle, and the perfect way to kick-start my skin in the morning. Oh, and it smells so fresh and like a high-end spa.
If you like your skincare to be more natural and botanical, then Tea & Tonic are a brand you should explore. Tea & Tonic are a small UK based brand, nestled in the beautiful Surrey Hills. They manufacture their products in small batches for optimal freshness and potency 👌🏼
This nutrient rich balm will gently cleanse your skin. It’s fortified with their adaptogen super herb complex, a secret blend of flowers, seeds, and herbs 🌿. To help de-stress, balance and protect skin from environmental aggressors.
Perfect translucent makeup setting powder. It is so lightweight and gives your skin a velvety smooth finish. I always have a mini one of these for my handbag & travel makeup bag. It just takes away that shine, makes skin look flawless and helps your makeup stay put and look fabulous for longer. Such a classic, I am sure you have tried it, but if not I highly recommend it. Reasons to love it,
I used up two makeup products, this is monumental, as it takes me ages to use up makeup, especially powder products. This was a really lovely, natural foundation. I always forget how much I like loose powder foundations. They look so natural on the skin and instantly smooth out fine without being too heavy. It is buildable, and you can get quite a good medium coverage, and the minerals work to even the skin tone and reduce the appearance of acne, scarring, rosacea, or pigmentation. Meanwhile, Mineral Mica offers a gentle radiance and glow to the skin. Titanium and Zinc Oxide provide Natural sun protection (SPF 25) to safeguard against harmful UV rays.
Not my favourite dry shampoo it did a good enough job, I mostly bought it because I needed a travel size and this was one of the few ones I could find. I tend to not use dry shampoo on a regular basis, but sometimes, needs must. if you have recommendations of good ones you have tried it, let me know.
The ONLY Eyebrow Gel I ever use, it is A M A Z I N G! It costs less than £3, it is Vegan, Cruelty Free and fantastic quality. I have tried a fair few of this type of product (brow gel), I have road tested lots of brands from high end to more budget friendly and this is the one I come back to, time and time again. I get shade 4 or 5 both for darker brows. I like the size of the wand, it’s small, which means less mess and helps you to be quite precise. The fibres make your brows look full and filled in, they don’t flake throughout the day, and the colour pay-off is very good. If you can get hold of it, you must try it. It is affordable, easy to use and makes doing your brows fuss free. ❤️
Sharing the products I’ve used up in the past few weeks. It is always interesting, I think, to see what people completely use up. I hardly ever use up makeup items, simply because I don’t wear makeup on a daily basis, so these posts tend to be predominantly skincare.
I adore fig scented products and this Diptyque perfume is gorgeous. It is a fragrance with richness and depth and smells like warm summer evenings. I used to live in Cyprus and this is what it reminds me of. Yes, it is an expensive product, but the quality and intensity of the scent makes it worth every penny. It smells so rich throughout the day, people always compliment me when I wear it, it is a perfume I recommend time and time again. I think it is a lovely fresh Summer scent, I am sad I’ve used it all up, hoping to get another bottle for my birthday, it is such a treat.
Top notes – Fig Leaf and Fig Middle notes – Green Notes and Coconut Base notes – Fig Tree, Woody Notes and Cedar. Nip & Fab Salicylic Fix Serum
This was quite an intense serum, not ideal if you have sensitive skin. I used it at night and thought it was good at smoothing out textured skin. I don’t suffer from breakouts, but this would be a great addition to your routine if you want to reduce pores, control breakouts and help reduce uneven skin tone. I do like that it contains aloe vera to sooth skin and purple ginseng to help control oil. Nip & Fab have an entire Salicylic Fix collection, great if you want to help control oil, breakouts and get a healthy glow. I wouldn’t repurchase it, but I used it up and enjoyed it.
This is the second bottle I have used up, Wake are a skincare brand that you might not of heard of but that you should 100% check out. They have revamped their branding this year and introduced quite a few new products. I really rate their skincare and have enjoyed everything I have tried from them. The eye gel has a lightweight consistency, it is not tacky or greasy and sits well under makeup. It is great for soothing puffy, tired eyes and helping to combat dark circles. Cucumber and elderflower awakens and soothes puffy eyes, while Aloe Vera cools and moisturises. I really like it.
This is an absolute gem of a facial SPF! Like most people over the past few years, I have become aware of how important it is to wear sunscreen on a daily basis, especially a facial SPF. Garnier Ambre Solaire do lots of variations, I like this anti-age one, but they also do an anti dryness, sensitive or anti-dark spot option. This sun cream offers advanced protection against immediate sun induced skin damage, caused by UVB rays, as well as protection from long-term damage and premature skin ageing caused by UVA rays. I recommend the Garnier sunscreen, it is affordable, easy to get hold of and gives you a high level of protection.
Korean skincare experts Erborian are a brand that just deliver incredible skincare, time, and time again. I love their BB & CC creams, which are always in my makeup bag. This serum was such a joy to use, It is instantly smoothing, lightweight and hydrating. This serum is pretty impressive, I have learnt after using a few products that this Ginseng collection from Erborian is up there with the best skincare I have tried, especially for my age group. Great for both morning and evening, this serum will keep your skin looking naturally radiant, serum is one of my favourite skincare steps. I love the added hydration this serum gives my skin, how plump and healthy it looks after applying it.
White Ginseng Extract – prevents the appearance of the signs of ageing and helps to smooth wrinkles. Fermented Red Ginseng – helps to preserve the youth of the skin. Ginseng Aqueous Extracts – obtained through a process of steam maceration of Ginseng, they contain minerals necessary for the balance and the hydration of the skin. Hyaluronic Acid – plumps up the surface of the skin Peptides – maintains collagen levels for a firming and smoothing effect Complex of Tara fruit and Red Algae extracts – smooths and reduces wrinkles
& Other Stories Arabesque Wood
This is a gorgeous fragrance, more affordable but equally lovely as the other two scents. This perfume is layers of woody, warm citrus notes that are light but rich. I wear this mostly in the day, as my everyday scent. The rich notes like ginger, citrus and amber make it feel indulgent and luxurious. & Other Stories have a such a wonderful selection of fragrances, they have something to fit everyone’s tastes.
The bottle is dainty but weighty, so it looks minimal and classy on your vanity. These fragrances make incredible gifts and the scents come in a body spray, handwash and hand cream, so you can go wild with your favourite scents!
Top notes: Lemon, Ginger and Watery Notes Middle notes: Petitgrain and Tangerine Base notes: Agarwood (Oud), Oakmoss and Amber
I do love a gradual tanner, there are so many on the market now and some really good quality affordable options. You just don’t need to spend a lot to get a nice one, I have used this one from Sunkissed for a good few years now, and I am always happy with the results, it gives a nice even, natural coverage. I like that it makes me look healthy and that gives me confidence to show my bare legs/wear shorts & dresses. Not only do you get a nice healthy glow, your skin is also nourished and hydrated with hydrating Shea Butter, Vitamin E and Aloe Vera whilst being free of nasties like parabens, alcohol, silicones, sulphates and phthalates.
This is a product that isn’t overly exciting or one that is a must-have, but if you are someone that suffers from irritation after hair removal, then this is a great product for you. It took me a while to use up, mostly because it is a huge tube, but I did use it all up and actually enjoyed it. Post wax or shaving, I liked that the blend of Clove and Chamomile Essential Oils helped soothe and hydrate, as well as delaying regrowth and preventing ingrown hairs. One of those products you didn’t know you needed until you try it.
