♡ Best of the Body Butters

November 25, 2013


At this time of year I really rely on rich body butters to combat the effect that the harsh elements have on my skin. With the constant transition between the freezing cold outside and the warm central heating indoors, my skin easily becomes dehydrated and itchy. Despite the central heating chugging away, the bathroom at this time of year isn't the warmest of places, so my selection of body butters has been narrowed down to just those that work quickly, last all day and smell pretty darn good too (after all, 'tis not the season to be sitting around waiting for your moisturiser to sink in). 


With an extremely rich formula and amazing smell, Creme de Corps is quite possibly the most indulgent body butter to grace my skin...ever. (One could describe it as the creme of the crop...) The Shea and Jojoba oils ensure my skin is left soft and nourished throughout the day, whilst the fresh coconut scent lingers on my skin for hours. At £36 a tub it's a pretty pricey investment, though it makes a great treat for when you feel in need of a bit of pampering or want to treat someone special this Christmas. 


Currently my 'go-to' butter of choice, this stuff is perfect for dry skin. The thick consistency feels rich and luxurious to use and keeps skin hydrated throughout the day (though i'm not sure if it would last a full 24 hours). Despite the thickness of the cream it easily melts straight into the skin and isn't at all greasy so it's great if your in a bit of a rush to get dressed. I'm also a huge fan of the coconut scent, it reminds me a lot of Kiehl's Creme De Corps, and I love how the smell tends to linger on your skin. If your not such a huge fan of coconut, one of the best things about The Body Shop's Body Butter is that they're available in a wide variety of scents so there's something to suit every taste -I've currently got my eye on the limited edition Christmas scents. For £13 a tub, they're not the cheapest out there but I think that their Rich and luxurious texture make them a rather affordable high end alternative and at this time of year, they would also make a great stocking filler. 


Dove Purely Pampering Body Cream
At only £4.99 (and currently half price at just £2.49), Dove's body butter delivers an impressive kick of hydration considering the price. It's undeniably lacking in indulgence compared to the previous two butters and the consistency isn't quite as rich, though it still leaves my skin feeling soft and nourished. I'm a huge fan of the subtle vanilla scent, and for less than £5 a tub, I don't feel at all guilty smothering the stuff on.

What's your dry skin saviour?

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♡ The Inglot Freedom System

November 14, 2013


On a recent trip to London I was eager to make a slight detour to the Westfield Shopping Center with hopes of getting my hands on one of the Inglot Freedom System Eyeshadow Palettes. The freedom to handpick the shades in my palette made me feel like a kid in a sweet shop and I spent a good half hour 'humming' and 'harring' over the vast variety of colours.

The quality of both the packaging and eyeshadow is pretty impressive - I particularity love the magnetic closure. All of the shades are highly pigmented and have a lovely buttery texture. They are easy to apply and with a bit of help from a primer, last well throughout the day too.

At £29 for the entire palette I think it works out at pretty good value since choosing your own shades means your not left with any that you just don't use. There's also quite a bit of product in each shadow (2.3g compared to 1.5g in a mac eyeshadow), and considering how pigmented they all are, I don't think i'll be running out any time soon.


What do you think of the Inglot Freedom System? Have you tried any Inglot products?

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♡ October Favorites

November 07, 2013


As I've just started a new job my blog has had to take a bit of a back seat lately, but I figured that a favorites post is probably better late than never?! Hopefully i'll be back on track for a more regular posing schedule soon.

1. Emma Hardie Amazing Face Moringa Cleansing Balm
I've been massaging a small blob of this into my skin and then washing off with a muslin cloth or flannel every night for the past few weeks. It removes all my makeup and leaves my skin feeling thoroughly cleansed without making it feel stripped or dry. It's so gentle it doesn't even sting my eyes when used to remove eye makeup.

2. Bumble and Bumble Thickening Dryspun Finish
After my little rant about this stuff here, it's no surprise that this little bottle has made it into my favorites. It's truly mighty stuff - the dry spray adds volume to my fine locks with ease and without any damage or powdery white marks. 

3. Essie Not Just A Pretty Face
Despite being the time of year you would  usually associate with dark and rich toned nail polish, I've fallen head over heels for a pastel pink offering (typical!). I'm a huge fan of Essie nail polishes in general so when I spotted this dusky pink in the aisles of Boots, I just couldn't resist adding another to my collection.

4. Origins GinZing Moisturizer
I've been using this every morning over the past month for an injection of moisture and glow that's perfect for perking up the skin and hiding any signs of a late night (or two...). As it's oil free, it delivers the perfect amount of hydration without leaving my skin looking too oily or shiny throughout the day. Oh, and the orange and lemon scent is also pretty nice and refreshing first thing in the morning! Full review here.

5. Laura Mercier Creme Brulee Hand Cream
With the arrival of the colder weather my hands have felt pretty dry and uncomfortable lately. A small blob of this stuff seems to be sorting them out and i'm in love with the smell, it's almost good enough to eat! For £13 it's definitely not the cheapest hand cream out there but it makes a nice treat and a little goes a long way. 

What have you been loving lately?

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