A Passion for Beauty that come from within!

Hey all my Beautiful Readers!

I'm sure you have noticed that i have not sat down and written a blog post in quite some time (a few years, sorry about that, my bad!).

I wish I had a valid excuse as to why but the truth is, I don't. I guess life just got in the way and I had lost my blogging mojo.

But I am wanting to come back and start jotting down little ideas and document all things beauty related as it's what I love and have a real passion for. 

I hope that you lovely lot enjoy reading my rambles and interests and little reviews and thoughts on what I come across and discover in the beauty world, I'm sure there will be some true treasures!

Peace and Love to all

Laura xxx

I'm Back!!

Hey Everyone!!
So if you are a reader of my blog, you may have noticed that I haven't  posted any posts from before christmas (sorry about that).  I had lots of posts scheduled  but then life took over.
Just last month (16th March) I gave birth to my beautiful son Jenson. He's absolutely  gorgeous  and perfect in every way. And Nathan (my 2 and a half year old) loves his little brother so much. He's  is always giving him hugs and kisses :)
I have been so busy from before Christmas just in general and then getting everything ready for my new arrival and then when he arrived I had barely any time to myself. I am only just starting to get back to normal lol.
So yeah, that's  were I have been and what I have been doing. But I have decided  to come back and try get more posts up and reviews.
So stay tuned for that!

Hope you are having a lovely day and I will see you all soon with my next review.

Laura x

Rituals Zensation Foaming Shower Gel Sensation

Hey Ladies!

Rituals is a gorgeous body care range that is made with natural ingredients and was founded in 2000 by Raymond Cloosterman.

I have been using Rituals Foaming Shower gel in the scent Zensation for a few weeks now and it is simply gorgeous. The size I have is the 50ml travel sized as I bought it to see if I enjoyed the scent before buying the bigger size, and I can safely say that the bigger size which is 200ml is on my wish list.

The packaging is perfect for throwing into the likes of a gym bag or travelling with.  I love that its got a pump too.  Rituals description of the shower gel is that it is a 'unique gel-to-foam technology', which I totally agree with, once you squeeze the shower gel out, it automatically comes out as a clear gel but it then quickly starts to change to a white foam once it makes contact with your skin.

Zensation combines Organic Rice Milk, a natural ingredient that nourishes the skin and leaves it silky soft, with Cherry Blossom, which is the Japanese symbol of purity.

The scent of this shower foam is gorgeous, I love everything about it, its so relaxing and simply delightful to lather over yourself after a long day.  It leaves skin feeling nourished after use and a little goes a long way as it foams up with the water.  I would describe the scent as fruity, definitely like cherries, its not a rich scent, its subtle and delicate.

The 50ml is currently out of stock on the rituals website but retails for £4.00.
However, you can purchase the 200ml here for £8.50.
They can also be bought from other online stores such as Feel Unique, John Lewis and Amazon.

Have you tried this shower gel?   What do you think of Rituals Range?

NSPA Deep Hydrating Facial Oil

 

Hi Beauties!

Today I want to talk about NSPA Deep Hydrating Facial Oil  (50ml - £7.00) .  Over the past year or so facial oils have become increasingly popular across the blogosphere.  Initially I was a bit wary of putting any type of oil on my already oil prone skin, but since taking the plunge and giving into the hype of face oils I have not looked back.  It feels like a real treat to my skin and it just drinks up all the oil and makes it such a luxury at night.

To use this oil I simply put 2-3 droplets from the pipette into the palm of my hands to warm a little and then rub all over my face and neck.

The oil has a slight yellow tint in the bottle but once applied to the skin it comes out clear as seen in the swatch below.

This facial oil contains baobab oil which is rich in vitamin A, D, E and F and helps improve the skins elasticity, it also contains rosehip oil which helps rebuild and strengthen while the jojoba and avocado oils rehydrate and condition the skin.

The oil has a slight floral scent which I really like.  I also like that it dries extremely fast into the skin and does not leave it feeling sticky or greasy at all, you know how some creams/oils can leave that tacky feeling, which I hate!
My skin also feels extremely nourished and smooth after using which of course is always a bonus in my eyes :).

Another aspect that drew me to buy this product is that it is so affordable and will not make a huge dent in your purse, as some facial oils out there are quite pricey, so this one is perfect for all you ladies on a budget.

The facial oil is dermatologically approved and is suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin which is brilliant.  The bottle is 50ml is size and will last a good couple of months with daily usage as a little goes a long way.

You can buy this facial oil from all local Asda Stores.

Have you tried this Face Oil?  What are your thoughts?


Laura xx

REVIEW: Studio 78 Paris We Pamper Mattifying Powder - 01 Cotton Softness

Hi Ladies!

Studio 78 Paris was created for all those women who want to combine beauty and health.

Certified by EcoCert, the Studio 78 Paris ingredients range from 99% - 100% natural and 10%-44% organic. Studio 78 Paris products are based on innovative formulas including a baked technology for pressing mineral powders and bi-phased water foundations. Before the adventure of Studio 78 Paris, creator Margareth Halfon was an Assistant Product Manager for Guerlain Make-up & Brand Manager for Rouge Baiser.

Today I will be discussing the We Pamper Mattifying Powder - 01 Cotton Softness (£27.00).
Initially when googling this brand there is not much about it and its very under-rated but the brand is amazing, I could not find any reviews or swatches on this powder so have decided to put some up on my blog for all you lovely ladies to have a better opinion about the brand and product.

 

Firstly this particular powder is from the We Pamper line.  What I particularly like about this face powder is that it mattifies skin which is perfect for my oily skin, which is what really prompted me to buy this powder.
The powder itself is enriched with organic coconut oil and organic avocado oil in order to moisturize, with organic apricot oil for nourishing, smoothing, invigorating and anti-age properties, with organic chamomile oil for a healing effect.

It is available in two shades:
. Cotton softness 01
. Cashmere softness 02

Cotton Softness 01 is the colour I choose which is the lightest shade available, it is quite translucent but it still transfers a tiny bit of colour to your skin.  I would also say that the powder does tend to be a bit on the chalky side, but I suppose that would be expected with it being mattifying for oily skin.

Below are some swatches I tried to take pictures of to give you an idea of the colour of the powder.



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* 99% of the total of the ingredients are natural
* 10% of the total of the ingredients are from organic farming
* Products are made in France













The packaging is super cute, yet practical and I love that it has a mirror inside the lid as it is really handy for touch-ups on the go.  It isn't big or bulky which can always be annoying if carrying about with you everyday, so this face powder is super practical to just throw in your makeup bag as it is small and sleek and also less likely to break (we all know how annoying that is!!).  I also love that the packaging is cardboard and can be recycled.  But my favourite is the design on the front, super gorgeous! It just really looks so glamourous.

 

You get 18g of product also which is amazing!  It definitely should be lasting me a while and a bonus is I can look beautiful and be organic and know that I am not putting any nasty ingredient's or chemicals on my skin.

You can buy this powder from Being Content and Naturisimo and it retails for £27.00.

Have you heard of Studio 78 Paris?   Have you tried any of their products?
 

Odylique Toning Fruit Butter

Hey Ladies!

Odylique (previously know as Essential Care) is a natural and organic skincare and bodycare range.
The new name Odylique means 'power of nature', which I find really unique and clever, I love the new name change.
The company first came to life as owner Margaret began making cosmetics/skincare to suit her allergy prone skin and help treat her family's eczema problems.  She wanted more natural and non chemical ingredients and with her skills in herbal medicine and aromatherapy she created her own business, she launched as a company with her daughter Abi and husband Colin in 2003, and to this day is still family run.

Odylique and Essential Care products are free from synthetic chemicals and are all certified to strict Soil Association organic standards.

Odylique Toning Fruit Butter (150g - £20.00) is simply gorgeous.  It's a body moisturiser/butter.  When I first opened the tub I was not expecting it to be a solid product.  Basically with your body heat, it melt's to an oil which makes it easier to rub into the skin.

The product itself is easily scooped out with your fingers and you don't need an awful lot because when the body butter starts to melt to an oil it goes further than if a solid consistency.  How I apply to my skin is by warming in between the palms off my hands and then rubbing all over my body.  I love how the toning butter feels on the skin and once rubbed in, it really feels nourishing on the skin and I also find that it dries into the skin really quickly and does not feel sticky or greasy at all.
The scent somehow reminds me of liquorice and is simply delicious.  It might not be to everyone's taste but I found it to be quite a musky herbal and refreshing scent and it was not over-powering at all.
It is advised to apply after sun exposure or bathing for a sublime skin toning treat.

The Fruit Toning Butter contains rich moisturising qualities to help battle winter ravaged skin and when you need a summer glow.
It contains loads of amazing oils to benefit your skin such as sea buckthorn (rich in omega 7) to protect against aging UV damage and stretch marks, toning oils of ylang ylang, bergamot and lemon and hydrating raw shea, coconut & extra virgin olive fruit oils.

A couple of bonuses are that it is suitable for Vegans, 100% natural, 100% organic, Product is Soil Association certified and Odylique only use recyclable packaging that was manufactured in the UK and Western Europe.

My final thoughts of the product are that I absolutely love it and would definitely recommend it for people who suffer from dry areas of skin on their elbows, hands or knees and also if you want a really deep skin oil treatment as it is super moisturising.  I will definitely be repurchasing as soon as I run out.

Odylique Fruit Toning Butter is available from http://www.odylique.co.uk/

Have you tried this product?  Have you any recommendations of any products you have tried from the range?

LUSH - Let The Good Times Roll Facial Cleanser

Hey Guys!

Today I am going to review the holy mother of all good smelling cleansers Lush Let The Good Times Roll.   (100g - £6.75) ... (250g - £16.88)
This Cleanser was originally released as Limited Edition for Christmas 2012 then was took off the shelves after the holiday season had passed, however it was so popular that the good ole public demanded it be brought back into the permanent skincare range and here we are today and its still thee best cleanser EVER!

First things first the ingredients are: Maize flour, Glycerine, Talc, Water, Corn oil, Polenta, Fair Trade Organic Cinnamon Powder, Perfume, Gardenia Extract, and Popcorn.  Yes guys, you read right, POPCORN! Yummy!

Upon opening the tub you are greeted with the most gorgeous caramel, vanilla cupcake sugar yet salted goodness, it's simply divine.  I could literally eat it from the tub but have to refrain haha.
The cleanser itself is yellow and quite oily and all rolled up into a ball, but is easily broke off to make your cleanser.  It also contains tiny pieces off popcorn all through it to help exfoliate your skin.

As this is an exfoliating cleanser it gently buffs away any dead skin and traces off dirt left behind after a long day, which in turn will create beautiful glowing skin and a more radiant appearance.
This scrub is not harsh at all, and I think it would suit all skin types. I have also noticed that it helps to mattify my skin as I tend to get quite oily skin on my t-zone but this definitely helps to keep it at bay.

This cleanser can be used on the face or body but my main preference is to use it on my face.  To use I break a piece of the paste and put it into the palm of my hand, add a bit of water and make into a paste, I then massage all over my face and rinse off with warm water.  I instantly feel super refreshed and also smell good enough to eat :)

Overall this cleanser is a hit for me, I simply have a love affair with it. It smells so scrumptious and also does wonders for my skin, what's not to love?

Available from all Lush stores or the Lush website.

Have you tried this cleanser?  What did you think of it?