bareMinerals Marvelous Moxie Lipgloss in Spark Plug Review

I was recently sent a few lip products from the new Marvelous Moxie collection from bareMinerals to try out. This Lipgloss in shade Spark Plug is already a firm favourite and a new go to if I want a natural, glossy lip.

Marvelous Moxie Lipgloss

bareMinerals say

Luscious, vibrant colour loaded into a refreshing formula that slips on satiny-smooth for sheer-to-medium coverage with nonstop glistening shine.

Lips look fuller and more voluptuous. Naturally-derived Shea, Avocado and Murumuru butters help to deeply hydrate and smooth lips while an infusion of minerals revitalises lips for a healthy-looking pout. All the while, an encapsulated vitamin A, C and E complex helps to deliver antioxidant defense,

Spark Plug is described as a Dusty Pink Pearl shade

My thoughts 

First up I like the packaging and the doe foot applicator which makes it really easy to apply with precision. The product has a really lovely minty scent and I am guessing by bareMinerals description of a refreshing formula they mean the slight tingle you get whilst wearing the gloss. Personally I shy away from products that give a tingle as I have a low pain threshold but actually this isn't painful at all more like a cooling effect, which when the weather was sweltering was quite welcome!

The actual colour is a really nice and well pigmented pinky/brown shade that looks very natural on my lips and the effect provided is an ultra high shine. Super glossy but not at all thick or gloopy it also lasts for a few hours.  I love it.

Here I am wearing it on a couple of occasions

A cheeky pout

bareMinerals Marvelous Moxie Lipgloss is available in 14 shades and costs £16

*PR Sample

Kiko City Filter Sunscreen Primer & Skin Glow Light Effect Day Cream

On my recent four day trip to Rome I included a few products from the Kiko range. I had been using these prior to going and liked them enough to treat them to a trip ;-)

Kiko Makeup Milano Skin Glow Light Effect Day Cream SPF10

This cream is from the "colours in the world" collection.

Kiko say

Ideal for all skin types, it reawakens the complexion from its winter pallor and restores a healthy, radiant look. Thanks to the presence of sophisticated brightening particles, Skin Glow melts onto skin, evening the complexion and giving an immediate sublime light effect.

The selected active ingredients stimulate cellular renewal and contribute to the increase in collagen production, giving moisture and suppleness to the skin.

Protected from the sun's rays and from the formation of free radicals, the face regains a youthful, vital look. Ideal for applying before make up to give smoothness to the face, neck, shoulders and décolletage.

My thoughts 

I love the pump dispenser packaging. The cream is really light in consistency like a lotion. I find the level of moisturisation is adequate for my needs and the scent is nice and fresh. The product provides a lovely radiant finish which makes my skin look really bright. 

Swatches of the City Filter Sunscreen Primer SPF50 & Skin Glow Light Effect Day Cream SPF10

Kiko Makeup Milano City Filter Sunscreen Primer SPF50

Kiko say

SPF 50 Face Primer. City Filter Sunscreen creates an invisible shield on the skin, protecting it against the first signs of aging such as fine lines, dark spots and dullness. Its smooth and silky texture softens and brightens the complexion.

This smooth emulsion glides on easily and its texture is light and easily absorbed, leaving the skin silky and pleasant smelling. An easy to apply formula with a velvety touch immediately comforts the face and leaves it with a feeling of weightlessness.

City Filter Sunscreen facial primer provides a base for make-up, improving the appearance of the complexion with incredibly natural results.

My thoughts

The City Filter Sunscreen Primer, once again, has a runny consistency. It is yellow in colour and has a delicate vanilla scent which appeals to me. It blends in easily and provides a nice base for my bb cream/foundation. Smooths pores. If you don't like the feel of silicon based primers this is a good alternative and the high SPF is a real plus point (although Kiko recommend you use separate sun protection)

I didn't use a separate sunscreen but I did use Ginvera Green Tea Nude Cover BB Cream  which contains SPF30 as my base and this was perfectly fine for the time I was out in the sun in Italy. The temp was 34 degrees.

Kiko Makeup Milano Skin Glow Light Effect Day Cream SPF10 40ml is currently on offer at £6.40

Kiko Makeup Milano City Filter Sunscreen Primer SPF50 30ml £12.90

*PR Samples

Burt's Bees Soap Bark & Chamomile Deep Cleansing Cream - Review

This 20g sample was just perfect to take away with me when I spent 4 days in Rome recently. Actually it is still going today and that is after 12 days use, using it twice daily.

Burt's Bees Soap Bark & Chamomile Deep Cleansing Cream

Burt's Bees say 

Burt's Bees Soap Bark and Chamomile Deep Cleansing Cream is a rich, sulfate-free facial cleanser. It is made with a gentle, yet effective plant-based cleansing complex featuring quillaja saponaria (soap) bark extract and witch hazel. Luxurious lather foams away excess dirt, oil and make-up leaving skin feeling clean and refreshed. Extracts of chamomile, echinacea and aloe help calm skin while glycerin and cocoa butter provide a touch of moisture for naturally fresh, healthy skin.

My thoughts 

This deep cleansing cream is rich and creamy. I apply it to my face and then use my hands to massages it in. On holiday I didn't use a muslin cloth but at home I do to rinse it away. It has a pleasant sweet smell, smelling like refreshers. It is effective at removing makeup (but I don't use it on my eye area) On the first few uses it really tingled when I was using it and made my eyes sting a little and also for a little while after I had rinsed it off. I was mildly alarmed by this however It didn't hurt me and showed no effects on my skin either, ie no redness or irritation. This effect has lessened with use and I no longer notice any tingling. It leaves my skin feeling fresh, soft and clean.

A good cleanser.

Burt's Bees Soap Bark & Chamomile Deep Cleansing Cream 170g costs £10.99

*PR Sample

Are Jelly Shoes Set For A Fashion Return?

The humble Jelly Shoe, I spent many a happy childhood Summer on the beach in my Jelly Shoes. I remember having pretty opaque red ones, white ones and black, however once I got to a certain age I consigned them to the history bin.. I also seem to remember a time when they featured a ghastly chunky, clunky heel. I much preferred the flat version.

I was rather surprised when my 26yr old highly fashionable and trendy sister bought this pair of clear jellies from New Look for £10 this Summer and then declared them the best £10 ever spent!

The Pros 

Comfortable
Practical
Airy and cool
Sensible
Go with everything
Easy to clean, can go into the water wearing them
Ideal for beach and pool - rinse out sand in seconds.
Fab on pebbly beaches - hello Brighton
Great for sight seeing trips - My sister walked up Mount Versuvius Volcano and whilst it was difficult it would have been so much harder in flip flops.

The Cons

They are Jelly Shoes

So what do you think? Would you wear them or are they being left firmly in your childhood.

I have to say I cannot for the life of me wear flip flops so I am very tempted to purchase a pair. So it is a big thumbs up from me!

Sachet Sample Sunday - John Frieda Sheer Blonde Everlasting Blonde Shampoo & Conditioner

I don't know about you but I do get a teensy bit excited when I find sachet samples in magazines. I love the idea of trying before I buy. This generous sachet duo of Shampoo and Conditioner from the John Frieda Sheer Blonde range (Everlasting Blonde) was enough for two hair washes at 8ml each.

John Frieda says 

Keep your blonde colour fresh for the look and feel of newly coloured hair. With safflower oil and bergamot extract, this colour preserving helps keep your blonder from fading while leaving hair soft.

Safe for colour treated and chemically treated hair.

My thoughts 

I have highlighted hair so although I wouldn't be able to see whether it stopped my colour from fading with just 2 washes I was still keen to try it.

The shampoo and conditioner smell really lovely and fresh, the shampoo foamed up nicely (SLS in the shampoo), the conditioner was creamy and rinsed out well leaving my hair feeling really clean. My hair was manageable to style and felt soft and silky to touch. I felt that the shampoo and conditioner brightened and brought out my highlights.

If it didn't contain SLS ( it aggravates my psoriasis) I would consider purchasing the duo.

Tip - These sachet samples are great to save up and take away with you if you are on a short break.

John Frieda Sheer Blonde Everlasting Blonde Colour Preserving Shampoo is available in 50ml and 250ml (£5.89)
John Frieda Sheer Blonde Everlasting Blonde Colour Preserving Conditioner is available in 50ml and 250ml (£5.89

Perfume Sample Saturday - Cartier Baiser Vole Eau De Toilette Review

Cartier's Baiser Volé Eau de Parfum is one of my favourite scents so I was looking forward to wearing the EDT version yesterday.

Description

A fresh, young floral. A new, rare and still pristine Lily which release a pure and crystal-clear perfume

My thoughts 

Just like the original EDP, the EDT, on initial spray contains a sharp, acidic tone to it but this dissipates almost immediately to leave a fresh, clean and cool scent that is really rather pleasant for the warm Summer days. As the hours pass this changes to a pretty and delicate floral scent of Lily.

This is a nice scent but I think if I was going to buy a Cartier scent the EDP version just beats it with its floaty charm.

Cartier Baiser Volé Eau de Toilette costs £57 for 50ml

Nails Of The Day - Models Own Artstix Duo in Cloud Drops

The new Models Own Artstix Duo's were delivered to my door yesterday and I have to say I fell in love instantly. I am not a huge fan of glitters or nail art/effects so it says a lot that I couldn't wait to try these gorgeous sets.

The one pictured above is Cloud Drops - one side is the base colour - Cloud 9 - a wonderful cream coloured shade that looks great worn alone and the other is Dew Drops - a gold glitter, gold hexagons and dots. It is so pretty in the sunshine don't you think?

 The Elements Collection -

In order shown

Blue Spray - Blue Maldives & Sea Spray
Terra Crystal - Terra Firma & Pink Crystal
Cloud Drops - Cloud 9 & Dew Drops
Ember Red - Hot Red & Ember Glow

These shades are not available to buy as single Models Own shades, the only way you can get them is through the Artstix Duo's.

I am useless at nail art but these are so easy to use, really effective and of course budget friendly.

Models Own Artstix Elements Collection cost £6 each and available exclusively from the Models Own Bottleshop on the 3rd August and from Boots Stores and modelsownit.com from 6th August.

*PR Samples