December Favourites

Hi Lovelies!

I hope you all had a lovely Christmas! It's that time of the month to show you what I have been enjoying...

First up is the Tarte Amazionian Clay Eye & Cheek Palette

I have been using this palette pretty much every day since I got it, it contains 6 matte shades of eye shadow, including a liner, lid, crease and highlight shade. The shades are great for creating a natural look but can also be used to create a more dramatic evening look. In the center of the palette is a golden peachy pink blush, which leaves a subtle hint of colour and creates a healthy glow to your complexion. Tarte is hard to find in the UK (which is such a shame!) but QVC has some great offers on this brand and what i've tried so far from this range, I definitely think it's worth checking out.

Pixi Glow Tonic

This has been on my wishlist for months and I finally bit the bullet and bought myself a bottle. I use this once daily, usually in the morning after cleansing and have found a definite improvement in my skins texture, I am no longer troubled by pesky dry patches and my skin is left with a healthy glow which makes for a great base before applying my makeup for the day!

Caudalie Instant Detox Mask

I purchased this at the start of December and have been using it once or twice a week and think it's a great little mask to add to your stash. It is a clay mask that deeply cleanses, helps to minimize pores and eliminates impurities and toxins to renew the skins texture. The main ingredients are pink clay, grape marc and coffee- it smells divine! 

Yankee Candle 'Fireside Treats'

Oh boy, I think this maybe my new favourite candle scent! I have been burning this in my bedroom and it smells delicious! It is very light in fragrance (not overpowering like other sweet scents) but adds a comforting marshmallow aroma. I will be repurchasing this once it's been used up, which will probably be quite soon at this rate!

Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm

I really didn't want to like this cleanser, as it is really very pricey, but after a couple of weeks of using this in the evening, I have to admit I love it! It is a deep cleansing balm, which helps soften and nourish the skin. This is a real treat to use and melts away makeup like a dream, I also find it quite therapeutic to use as it's fragrance helps you to relax and unwind before bedtime.

What have you been loving recently?

Carly x

Skincare Wishlist

I have been using the same skincare routine for the past few months and want to pick up some new additions. Here are a few items that are currently on my wishlist.

Kiehls- Creamy Eye Treatment with avocado

This is a rich and creamy eye cream that soothes and moisturises with it's main ingredient avocado, vitamin A and fatty acids. It helps protect against external aggressors, which will be great for the coming colder months! It's also a great base for makeup and sinks in quickly, which is something I look for in an eye cream. 

Fresh- Black Tea Instant Perfecting Mask

This is a hydrating treatment that leaves your skin softer, firmer and healthier. With advanced antioxidants, black tea ferment, it helps defend against wrinkle causing free radicals. 

Sunday Riley- Luna Sleeping Night Oil

This has become a bit of a cult product depsite it's unusual and strange blue colour... It is a retinoid oil that helpa reduce pore size, improve appearance of damages skin and helps fight wrinkles. It contains cold pressed avocado, chia, concord grape seed oil. You apply this before bed and it works while you sleep, leaving your skin more radiant in the morning. Sounds great!

Nip + Fab- Glycolic Fix Serum

A serum that contains 4% glycolic acid which helps smooth appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. It also helps reduce the appearance of pores for more refined and even looking complexion. It also has the extra ingredient of aloe vera which will help soothe tired skin.

Pixi- Glow Tonic

Another cult product! This is an exfoliating facial toner. It helps to tone, firm and tighten skin and due to it's exoliating properties remove dead skin cells. It helps boost the skins radiance leaving your skin glowing.

What is on your skincare wishlist?

Carly x