Wednesday, 10 July 2013

Skincare Wishlist


I’ve been lusting after quite a few skincare items recently, so I thought it only right to compile them in a blog post. In no particular order...

I’m fairly new to the world of Origins skincare, having only tried a couple of their products, but I love their simple, fun approach (not to mention their packaging) and I’m really keen to try some more of their many face creams. After using the Make A Difference+ rejuvenating moisturiser for the past couple of weeks, I can see why so many people are obsessed with the brand - my skin is noticeably plumper, more supple and healthier looking. I’ve read good things about all of these pictured, so the question is, which to try next? My skin is normal/combination, and definitely lacking radiance, so I’m thinking either GinZing or MegaBright will have to be my next investment.

Also from Origins I really want to try the Drink Up Intensive overnight mask (£22), which contains apricot kernel oil, avocado oil and mango butter amongst other lovely ingredients. I’ve never tried a moisture mask before but I love the concept of applying it just like a night cream and leaving it to work it’s magic while you sleep. My skin could definitely do with an extra dose of moisture every now and again, so I can’t wait to try this.

I have of course heard no end of bloggers rave about the Nuxe Reve de Miel lipbalm (which I’m yet to try) but when I discovered they did a hand & nail cream (containing Chilean rose, avocado and sweet almond precious oils, aswell as acacia honey) I added it to my wishlist straightaway. I’ll probably purchase this nearer to winter time as I’ve heard it’s quite a thick, nourishing formulation, but from what I’ve heard of the yummy Reve de Miel scent this will be just perfect at that time of year, especially as my hands do tend to get very rough and sore in the colder weather.

By now it’s probably become apparent that I have a bit of a thing about moisturisers; it can actually become a bit of a problem in the sense that there are so many I want to try, but I only have the one face (thank goodness). I’m a big fan of natural skincare and these moisturisers from organic UK brand Pai in their cute glass bottles really appeal to me. Of course, I can’t decide whether to go for the avocado & jojoba hydrating day cream or the chamomile & rosehip anti-redness moisturiser, so when the time comes to invest I’ll probably end up saving my pennies and getting both.

With the exception of the Instant Boost Skin Tonic spritzer, I haven’t tried any of the products from the Liz Earle Cleanse, Tone & Moisturise range, something I plan to rectify as soon as possible. Handily, Liz Earle do a bundle deal on their website with all of the products in 50ml sizes, perfect for travel or for those wanting to try the products for the first time. So I’ll definitely be picking up this Healthy, Beautiful Skin Kit containing pint-sized versions of the iconic Cleanse & Polish, Instant Boost Skin Tonic and Skin Repair Moisturiser (once I’ve used up all the skincare products I currently own - may the mission commence).

Chandra

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