I put my hands up, this post is coming out a little late as I didn't have the chance to write it up before now. I went in looking for the Sleek contour palette after seeing it on so many blogs and then was intimidated by the TOWIE colour combo and ended up with a basketful of other stuff (I may go back for the Sleek contour palette when I'm feeling braver!!).
1. Garnier Skin Naturals Dark Spot Corrector - £7.49
On the box: Fades discolourations for even skintone, this includes dark spots, age spots and blemish marks.
I bought this in the hope that it would compare favourably to Philosophy Miracle Worker, which I have been using on my old acne scars, but which is much more expensive. I love Miracle Worker, but if this does the job too, I would be over the moon and have more money in my pocket to boot!
So far I've really liked using it, its really light and absorbs very quickly and it has a much more pleasant smell than the Miracle Worker. Will use it for a few more weeks to get an idea if it does the job with the dark spots.
2. Collection 2000 Shimmer Shades Blush in 1. Way to Glow - £4.19
On the box: 4 complementary, shimmering shades for a subtle, radiant glow.
Very similar in finish to Clinique Fresh Bloom in 03 Almond Blossom which is way prettier to look at, however, the Collection 2000 is a tiny bit more sparkly and a little more flyaway so you have to be that little bit more careful putting it on.
3. St Ives Naturally Clear Apricot Scrub - £1.99*
On the box: Effectively lifts away surface oil and dirt that can lead to blackheads and blemishes.
I used to use this years ago when I was at university and thought that I would try it out again. It is very coarse so you need to go easy on how much 'scrubbing' you do. However, it does leave your skin lovely and soft.
4. Bourgois Healthy Mix Serum, Gel Foundation in 56 - £10.99*
On the box: 16 hours radiance boosting even revived complexion. Vitamin rich fruit therapy.
This product is genius, it does take a minute to sink in properly, but I really like this as it means that it gives me a chance to spread it across my face in a really thin layer. Once set, the final finish is really soft and natural. I'm a big fan already.
5.L'Oreal Paris Lumi Magique Base Pure Light Primer - £9.99
I'm using this as a highlighter its a little too bright for my Indian skin but soon tones down with a bit of powder on top. Have had a couple of people comment favourably on it when I'm wearing it so will definitely keep using it. I definitely prefer it to something like Moonbeam by Benefit which is similar but almost florescent on my skin.
6. Sure Long Lasting Protection Mineral Fresh with Natural Mineral 48 hour anti-perspirant.- £1.63*
No alcohol and the smell isn't offensive, nor does it linger. I've been using this for a while and will continue to do so. The only bug bear I have with it is that if you don't shake it like crazy before application you WILL get white powder everywhere.
7. Clearasil Ultra Rapid Action Deep Pore Treatment Toner - £4.35*
On the box: Visibly clearer skin in as little as 12 hours.
I haven't had a chance to try this yet but will let you know what I think. I've bought it more as a toner than anything else as my skin does feel a little congested at the moment.
8. Garnier Nutrisse Permanent Hair Dye - £5.10*
I love this hair dye, I've only come back to dying my hair myself for the past few months (I had white hair from the age of 14) and so far I love this dye as the smell isn't too offensive and it leaves my hair lovely and soft.
9. VO5 Plump Me Up Dry Shampoo - £1.69*
On the box: boost body and grip whilst refreshing your style.
I bought this as I wanted to try something different from the usual Batiste Dry Shampoo which I like but I find the smell just too strong. So far this has been a hit, giving my hair that extra bit of grip that I need to keep my hair in place when I pin it up.
10. Maybelline New York Volum' Express Lift-Up Volume & Lift Mascara in Black - £6.19*
This is the only mascara I come back to time and time again. I have quite long eyelashes anyway so its easy for them to look a bit OTT with some mascaras, this product is perfect as it pushes my eyelashes up and gives then just enough curl. There is hardly any clumping, even towards the end of the tube and the brush is just the right shape for my eye.
11. Maybelline New York Dream Fresh 8 in 1 BB Cream with SPF 30 in Dark - £7.99*
I shouldn't have bothered with this, I couldn't find the exact right shade and ended up going for dark which is too dark and orangey (?), The consistency of the product is a little runny and it streaks. Not a fan!
and finally...
12. Nivea Daily Essentials Facial Cleansing Wipes - £1.49*
I bought these just to try them more than anything. I usually use Simple wipes, but as these were on offer I thought it would be a good time to give them a go. They do feel a little more 'cleansing' then Simple wipes but as I tend to use wipes as back up rather than my usual cleaners I haven't had a chance to use more than one for now so more on these later!
What do you think of the products above?
Are there any that you love or hate?
*prices as at Superdrugs on 13th September 2012
1. Garnier Skin Naturals Dark Spot Corrector - £7.49
On the box: Fades discolourations for even skintone, this includes dark spots, age spots and blemish marks.
I bought this in the hope that it would compare favourably to Philosophy Miracle Worker, which I have been using on my old acne scars, but which is much more expensive. I love Miracle Worker, but if this does the job too, I would be over the moon and have more money in my pocket to boot!
So far I've really liked using it, its really light and absorbs very quickly and it has a much more pleasant smell than the Miracle Worker. Will use it for a few more weeks to get an idea if it does the job with the dark spots.
On the box: 4 complementary, shimmering shades for a subtle, radiant glow.
Very similar in finish to Clinique Fresh Bloom in 03 Almond Blossom which is way prettier to look at, however, the Collection 2000 is a tiny bit more sparkly and a little more flyaway so you have to be that little bit more careful putting it on.
3. St Ives Naturally Clear Apricot Scrub - £1.99*
On the box: Effectively lifts away surface oil and dirt that can lead to blackheads and blemishes.
I used to use this years ago when I was at university and thought that I would try it out again. It is very coarse so you need to go easy on how much 'scrubbing' you do. However, it does leave your skin lovely and soft.
4. Bourgois Healthy Mix Serum, Gel Foundation in 56 - £10.99*
On the box: 16 hours radiance boosting even revived complexion. Vitamin rich fruit therapy.
This product is genius, it does take a minute to sink in properly, but I really like this as it means that it gives me a chance to spread it across my face in a really thin layer. Once set, the final finish is really soft and natural. I'm a big fan already.
5.L'Oreal Paris Lumi Magique Base Pure Light Primer - £9.99
I'm using this as a highlighter its a little too bright for my Indian skin but soon tones down with a bit of powder on top. Have had a couple of people comment favourably on it when I'm wearing it so will definitely keep using it. I definitely prefer it to something like Moonbeam by Benefit which is similar but almost florescent on my skin.
6. Sure Long Lasting Protection Mineral Fresh with Natural Mineral 48 hour anti-perspirant.- £1.63*
No alcohol and the smell isn't offensive, nor does it linger. I've been using this for a while and will continue to do so. The only bug bear I have with it is that if you don't shake it like crazy before application you WILL get white powder everywhere.
7. Clearasil Ultra Rapid Action Deep Pore Treatment Toner - £4.35*
On the box: Visibly clearer skin in as little as 12 hours.
I haven't had a chance to try this yet but will let you know what I think. I've bought it more as a toner than anything else as my skin does feel a little congested at the moment.
8. Garnier Nutrisse Permanent Hair Dye - £5.10*
I love this hair dye, I've only come back to dying my hair myself for the past few months (I had white hair from the age of 14) and so far I love this dye as the smell isn't too offensive and it leaves my hair lovely and soft.
9. VO5 Plump Me Up Dry Shampoo - £1.69*
On the box: boost body and grip whilst refreshing your style.
I bought this as I wanted to try something different from the usual Batiste Dry Shampoo which I like but I find the smell just too strong. So far this has been a hit, giving my hair that extra bit of grip that I need to keep my hair in place when I pin it up.
10. Maybelline New York Volum' Express Lift-Up Volume & Lift Mascara in Black - £6.19*
This is the only mascara I come back to time and time again. I have quite long eyelashes anyway so its easy for them to look a bit OTT with some mascaras, this product is perfect as it pushes my eyelashes up and gives then just enough curl. There is hardly any clumping, even towards the end of the tube and the brush is just the right shape for my eye.
11. Maybelline New York Dream Fresh 8 in 1 BB Cream with SPF 30 in Dark - £7.99*
I shouldn't have bothered with this, I couldn't find the exact right shade and ended up going for dark which is too dark and orangey (?), The consistency of the product is a little runny and it streaks. Not a fan!
and finally...
12. Nivea Daily Essentials Facial Cleansing Wipes - £1.49*
I bought these just to try them more than anything. I usually use Simple wipes, but as these were on offer I thought it would be a good time to give them a go. They do feel a little more 'cleansing' then Simple wipes but as I tend to use wipes as back up rather than my usual cleaners I haven't had a chance to use more than one for now so more on these later!
What do you think of the products above?
Are there any that you love or hate?
*prices as at Superdrugs on 13th September 2012
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