Saturday, 24 June 2017
Love Me Beauty
I have another review for Love Me Beauty's subscription box. You're given 60 credits every month to spend in the current online edit and products can be from 10-30 credits each, depending on the size and brand . You also get a free makeup bag every month instead of a box, and there's the option to purchase add-on credits if you want more products.
This month's new edit is called #HelloSummer and there are some fantastic goodies up for grabs from high-end brands such as Perricone MD, Caudalie, YuBe, NUXE. The range of products also appears to have almost doubled since last month, giving you more choice than ever before to kit out your summer holiday bag.
Here are just some of the products that you can expect to find in the new Love Me Beauty edit -
Caudalie Divine Oil (15ml travel size - 15 credits)
I have been using more multi-purpose oils lately, I have not yet tried this brand and these travel sized bottles come in so handy. You can use it on the body, face and hair, and I generally like to use a few drops on the ends and lengths of my hair as a leave-in conditioning treatment.
Caudalie Vinoperfect Concentrated Brightening Essence (50ml travel size - 15 credits)
I found this to be a great texture I used it before my usual moisture and it left my skin feeling really smooth and glowing.
Caudalie Vinoperfect Radiance Serum (10ml travel size - 15 credits)
This works well with the essence mentioned above for a little more of a boost
Caudalie Nourishing Body Lotion (50ml travel size - 15 credits)
As well as skincare, Caudalie do some amazing body and pampering products, and their Nourishing Body Lotion is a lovely body moisturiser, it is really light and I love the scent, its not to overpowering and is a great light moisturiser for summer
Perricone MD Face Finishing Moisturiser Tint (30ml deluxe travel size - 30 credits)
I was so happy to see this in the edit because I've been wanting to try it for ages! It is similar to a tinted moisturiser which is great for no make up days, I have also tried then underneath my normaly foundation and it provided a great base!
Laura Mercier Pink Pop Lip Glace(2.8g travel size - 20 credits)
I generally love any Laura Mercier products and this was no exception! It is a great long lasting gloss that is not too sticky, and I love the colour, it a perfect summery shade.
There was also some products from YU.BE that looked very interesting, these all seemed to be different moisturisers and samples
There was a moisuturiser that was designed for your heels and elbows. I do get really dry elbows, something that looks even worse when I have done a fake tan! I will definitely be trying these on my elbows. It is a really thick moisturiser then some sleeves is the best way that I can describe them to go over the elbows, I think these would be great to use overnight!
You can get yours HERE, I also have a discount code for 20% off your first order just use the code emmajade20
Em x
Saturday, 17 June 2017
Pixi Peel and Polish
The Peel & Polish is a resurfacing concentrate mask. It contains 6% lactic acid, witch hazel water, panax ginseng root extract, papaya extra, sugar cane, sugar maple extract, cucumber fruit extract, orange fruit extract, lemon fruit extract, and vaccinium myrtillus fruit extract.
You can use this 2-3 times a week, for 5 minutes each time. It is slightly grainy, which I like but isn't to harsh on my face, so you can use this as an exfoliator by gently massaging this into your skin
Because of the grainy texture, I found this to be hard to spread on the skin as a mask. I was surprised to find that it didn’t tingle too much, I could feel it was there and it made my skin feel very clean and almost tight. As I was rinsing this off. My skin was left feeling smoother, and looking brighter. My skin was so soft!
Again I love the packaging from Pixi, they always have the cutest packaging, it looks so sleek and girly! It also dispenses really well, as this product is quite runny, it did think that it could get quite messy but it is fine in this tube
Em x
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Saturday, 10 June 2017
Redken Hair
I was kindly sent some Hair products from Redken to try out. I have long thick wavy hair that can look a bit frizzy if left to dry naturally
They sent me the shampoo and conditioner from their diamond oil range, the all soft mega mask, the wind blown diamond finishing spray, and finally the one united all in one multi benefit treatment spray.
Firstly the shampoo and conditioner. The packaging is really pretty but nice and simple which I like. The cap is also easy to open. As I have found this this be an issue in the past with some products especially when you have wet hands! The shampoo was a lot thinner than I expected it to be so it ran out the bottle very quickly. Because of this I wasn't expecting it to be lather up very well but I was pleasantly surprised it really did lather well. I always wash my hair twice so I did the same with this if felt very clean and smooth. The conditioner was again a little more runny than I expected it to be be but it left my hair feeling smooth and fairly knot free which for my long hair is a good step!
I think I was most impressed with the mega mask this really left my hair feeling really smooth and more manageable. I'm not sure of the scent it reminds me of coffee creme which I have to say isn't my favourite for my hair. There is a marking on the bottle where to press to dispense the product it seems that there are two separate products in the bottle that combine as they are dispensed. I thought this was a different idea.
I used the all in one treatment on towel dried hair. This smelt a lot better this is a really fresh scent hat did linger on my hair for a while after. I think it did make my hair more manageable and less frizzy. In low dried it as I normally would. My hair did feel really soft and smooth and the leave in product didn't leave my hair feeling weighed down or greasy like some products can do. So this is a positive from me.
The hairspray again is really nice. Depends on the style I am looking for. For general use I think this would bre great. It's not as strong hold as some I have used in the past so I think it would struggle with some up dos but I do have a lot of hair to hold
Overall these are great products I will definitely be looking out for more in their range
Hope you all have a great weekend
Em x
Saturday, 3 June 2017
Amie Skincare
I can across this brand online, I have been looking into natural beauty products, from their website:
Amie is the natural skin care and beauty range for sensitive skin, created by top beauty expert, Fiona Parkhouse.
Bursting with natural plant and botanical extracts and free from harsh chemicals, Amie products are gentle yet super-effective. Ideal for sensitive skin that can be oily and prone to breakouts or dryness, they have been especially designed to work in complete harmony with your skin to help keep it clear, soft and radiant.
Amie’s high-quality products are completely free from parabens, sulphates, mineral oils, petrochemicals, animal extracts and are suitable for vegetarians and vegans.
Lovingly created in the UK, Amie – meaning “friend” in French – is truly “your skin’s best friend”.
These are the products that the lovely people at Amie sent to me:
* First up is the NEW LEAF Deep Pore Exfoliating Polish, this is a deep cleansing treatment containing natural rice granules that work deep-down into pores to lift away dirt, oil and impurities, revealing clearer, smoother skin. Mango and orange blossom extracts help tone and refresh oily and combination skin.
* Next is the PETAL PERFECT Cleansing Micellar Water this is an effective all-in-one cleanser, toner and make-up remover suitable for all skin types. Rose petal and argan extracts ensure skin is left beautifully refreshed, toned and soft.
* Finally they sent the DAYBRIGHT GLOW Brightening Sheet Masks these are soft cloth masks infused with skin-friendly natural ingredients designed to
brighten, hydrate and revitalise your skin.
you can use them once or twice a week to bring an instant radiance
and revitalising boost to your skin while you relax.
They are in individual sachets, these are the perfect for travel
Each Sheet Mask contains natural extracts of Liquorice Root and Coffee to brighten, tone and
refresh dull skin. Indian Lotus Extract
and Pro-Vitamin B5 nourish, soothe and condition while hyaluronic acid gives
skin a hydrating boost, softening and increasing skin’s suppleness.
Ingredients
Liquorice Root and
Coffee
– brighten, tone and refresh dull skin
Indian Lotus
Extract and Pro-Vitamin B5
– nourish, soothe and
condition skin
Hyaluronic Acid
– gives skin a hydrating boost, softening and increasing
skin’s suppleness
Em x
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Saturday, 27 May 2017
Glo White Charcoal Toothpaste
What it says from their site:
White Glo Deep Stain Remover Activated Charcoal Whitening Toothpaste is an advanced extra-strength whitening toothpaste that has been formulated to remove deep stains and discolouration. It is formulated with highly absorbent activated charcoal to trap colour particles and to help penetrate and draw out stubborn stains. The low-abrasion formula with nano-charcoal technology assures it is safe on enamel and protects against cavities.
This toothpaste comes out of the tube in a dark, charcoal colour! It foams up grey, gradually turning white. I love charcoal in my skincare, but it's not working for my teeth. The flavour is very mild but fresh which I actually prefer I don't like a toothpaste that is too strong.
I feel that it did make a bit of a difference to how white my teeth looked. My teeth were not that bad to begin with, although they could be better thanks to by slight coffee addiction! So I so think that this has helped lift some of those stains.
I also occasionally whiten my teeth with the at home whitening strips I don't like to do this to often as I know that it is not good for them. I do find that these at home kits work best if the teeth are clean and smooth before applying the whitening strips so I think that that would be a great use for this toothpaste
I have to say I am not much of a fan of the toothbrush that it comes with, i just find it a little big and too soft for my liking, not that that is an issue that is just my personal preference I mostly use my electric toothbrush
Em x
Saturday, 20 May 2017
Love Me Beauty
I have recently found Love Me Beauty, which is a subscription box, but it is a little different, you get 60 credits each month so spend on items from the collection each month that you want to try.
You can become a member and receive 60 credits for you to hand-pick products from the monthly edit. The subscription is £10 per month plus £3.95 p&p, you can save money if you do a longer subscription e.g. 3 months is £9 per month 6 months is £8.
Each months choice also comes in a lovely makeup bag, which I always find handy, I also love how cute they are!
This month I was sent 4 items:
NUXE
Huile Prodigieuse Gold 10ml
NUXE
Reve de Miel Cleanser 15ml
NUXE
Gentle Exfoliating Gel with Rose Petals 15ml
Manna Kadar Beauty
LipLock Stain in the shade Poppy Pink 1.5g
I love the colour of this lip stain, it does dry matte and stays on extremely well, its not as drying as some other matte lip stains I have tried in the past. I think this is a great summery shade.
I already have the original Nuxe oil which I really love, it as some many uses and the smell is amazing. This version has some shimmer in it which is great for summer. I used this last weekend as I braved a skirt and got my legs out! It did add a lovely shimmer.
The cleanser and the exfoliater from Nuxe are also lovely, they are both a great constancy and have left my skin feeling really fresh! I'm looking forward to trying more from Nuxe's range
You can get yours HERE, I also have a discount code for 20% off your first order just use the code emmajade20
Em x
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Saturday, 13 May 2017
Ardell Individual Lashes
I have been interested in individual eyelash extensions for a while, day to day I generally wear mascara and save my false lashes for special occasions, mainly as I do have a hard time applying them and have an issue with them staying in place all evening.
I used the Ardell Lashtight glue in clear with these lashes. I feel that it did the job well, it does dry quickly so you have to work fast to get them into position. It does also dry very hard so I found that it was uncomfortable if applied to near eyelids. I did like the fact that I can wake up with lashes, I know that is lazy but I'm all for those few more minutes in bed in the morning.
It took me about 10 minutes to do both eyes this time. The lashes went on easily, the glue was really good and blended super well with my lashes. They looked more natural and felt comfortable on too. This was my second time using these, I think that I have found the knack of applying them now, for me they need to be close to the eyelid but not touching as this is what made them feel irritating for me. My first set lasted almost 2 weeks which I am happy with, I did need to do a couple of touch ups in that time but generally I was impressed. I used a spoolie brush to brush them out as some mornings if I had slept on them they were pointing in some strange directions.
I was impressed at how comfortable they felt as some strip lashes I find can feel a bit heavy and irritating. I like how I can apply as many as I like until I have the look I want. I think the more that you have on the heavier they will feel but I was happy with the amount that I have used and the look that it gave. This is only using the medium length lashes. I have ordered some long ones, I would like to give these a try on the outer corners, I will give these a go next time.
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I used the Ardell Lashtight glue in clear with these lashes. I feel that it did the job well, it does dry quickly so you have to work fast to get them into position. It does also dry very hard so I found that it was uncomfortable if applied to near eyelids. I did like the fact that I can wake up with lashes, I know that is lazy but I'm all for those few more minutes in bed in the morning.
It took me about 10 minutes to do both eyes this time. The lashes went on easily, the glue was really good and blended super well with my lashes. They looked more natural and felt comfortable on too. This was my second time using these, I think that I have found the knack of applying them now, for me they need to be close to the eyelid but not touching as this is what made them feel irritating for me. My first set lasted almost 2 weeks which I am happy with, I did need to do a couple of touch ups in that time but generally I was impressed. I used a spoolie brush to brush them out as some mornings if I had slept on them they were pointing in some strange directions.
I was impressed at how comfortable they felt as some strip lashes I find can feel a bit heavy and irritating. I like how I can apply as many as I like until I have the look I want. I think the more that you have on the heavier they will feel but I was happy with the amount that I have used and the look that it gave. This is only using the medium length lashes. I have ordered some long ones, I would like to give these a try on the outer corners, I will give these a go next time.
I am looking forward to trying the longer ones, I think I will be getting on with these with a little more practice, but so far i'm impressed.
Em x
Saturday, 6 May 2017
Pixi Glow Getters
I received some more items from the lovely people at Pixi, this time it was skincare. I have heard so many good things about the Glow Tonic it seems to be everywhere at the moment so I was excited to receive that to try. There is also the Glow Tonic To Go, which really excited me, as I am lazy when it comes to skincare and nearly always go for the easiest option, so these pre-soaked pads were appealing to me! Finally there was the Glow Mud cleanser. I have used mud masks and cleansers in the past but never something that combined the two, so I was excited to try this.
I love the idea of these pads as I have already said I am all for the easy option but I think these are also great for travelling. I have only used all of these items once so far. I will be trying to make more of an effort with my skincare especially in the evenings.
This is a Glow Tonic – described as an ‘exfoliating facial glow tonic’. It is said to help tone, firm and tighten the skin. Whilst removing dead skin cells for healthier looking skin. It’s suitable for all skin types and is alcohol free. So basically – it’s an exfoliating toner – so it removes dead skin via exfoliating chemicals rather than by scrubby bits.
Pixi Glow Mud Cleanser contains 5% glycolic acid and acts to deeply clean skin and reveal a smoother, softer complexion. It also contains moisturizing ingredients such as hyaluronic acid, aloe vera, and avocado oil!
Pixi’s Glow Mud Cleanser formula is very light. This a smooth cleanser that isn’t grainy so, it is more of a chemical exfoliating formula rather than a physical one. It doesn’t lather up. I personally didn’t feel like it worked great at removing makeup but it is a product that works well as a follow up treatment cleanser of sorts. If you double cleanse, this might be a great secondary cleanser to use or one to use on an already clean face as I didn’t feel like it broke down makeup very well.
I have to say I didn't notice much of a difference straight away, my face felt clean and almost tight but I do have to regularly use moisturiser as I do have dry skin. However I did notice after a few uses my skin looked a lot smoother and my makeup did seem to have a nicer finish
Em x
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