things i've used up no.1

1. Liz Earle Instant Boost Skin Tonic Spritz

I love the normal version of this toner, but I think the spritzer version is so much nicer! It comes with the signature earthy-floral Liz Earle scent which I actually find relaxing, but don't worry about the fragrance as I've found that it doesn't break you out or feel heavy or drying. I find this super refreshing to use on a morning and it really soothes, brightens and wakes up my skin. It feels very gentle yet revitalising on my sensitive skin and it is also alcohol free which is great! You can get the 200ml spritz version for just £13.50 from the Liz Earle website, I think this is excellent value for money as this bottle has lasted my just over a year and I use it every single day! I will definitely be repurchasing this! 

2. Blistex Relief Cream

I don't know about you but I suffer from incredibly sore lips even during Summer. It can get very painful and looks generally unappealing. The Blistex Relief Cream is a thick, white cream that soothes and conditions. This stuff is incredible and is packed full of active ingredients such as Camphor to soothe, Lanolin to protect and Peppermint Oil for a touch of freshness. I use this for my dry, sore lips but it can also be used on cold sores as it has ammonia and phenol which help to relieve pain and kill germs! I didn't realise that this is actually listed on the NHS Official Website, which just shows how loved and trusted this is! It's just £2.59 from Superdrug -  a complete staple in my lip care routine! 

3. L'Oreal Paris Skin Perfection 15 Second Miracle Cleansing Oil Face & Eyes

When I bought this, I had just run out of my current cleanser and was looking for something different. When I picked this up, I was drawn in by the claim that is "instantly dissolves make-up, even waterproof." And I have to say that this really does work! It is hard working yet light-weight, luxuriously oily yet not greasy at all. It re-balances and purifies for healthy looking skin that feels perfectly clean without feeling stripped, dehydrated or tight. The texture of my skin feels so much better and smoother and looks incredibly radiant. It retails for £7.99 but is currently on offer for £5.33 at Boots!

4. La Roche Posay Effaclar Duo

This anti-blemish cream is specifically formulated to target oil and blemish-prone skin. My skin isn't oily, in fact it is very, very dry but I was hoping that this product would really help with my spots. It is described as being clinically proven to correct the appearance of blemishes, unclog pores and refine the look of skin texture. I found that this didn't irritate my sensitive skin and it felt lovely and velvety to apply. Unfortunately, however, this didn't really help my skin in terms of spots and blemishes. If anything, it seemed to make them worse. I don't know why this didn't work for me, as I have heard many raving reviews of this "wonder" product and my friends really like this too. You can find it on the La Roche Posay website.

5. Bioderma Crealine H20

If you haven't heard of this product then you must've been hiding under a rock somewhere. This has been super hyped up over the past few months in the world of beauty. Everyone has tried it and seems to love it, much like the Effaclar Duo. But again (surprise, surprise!!) I didn't love this as much as I had hoped This micellar water is designed to cleanse skin, remove impurities and wipe away make up on sensitive, normal and dry skin. This did clean my skin but I found that I had to tug at my eyelids to remove any mascara or eyeliner, and my skin felt slightly stripped. Maybe it's just me and my weird skin but paying £17 for a make up remover, I expect it to be mind blowing! Just goes to show that not everything is worth the hype. It is now a little bit easier to get in the UK, and you can order it from Escentual or eBay!

6. Origins Clear Improvement Face Mask

I am so sad that I have used all of this mask up! The Clear Improvement Face Mask helps to clear out all the pollution, dirt and debris from under your skin to stop pores getting jammed and clogged. My skin always looks and feels so much clearer and fresher after I have used this, and I really can feel that it has been deeply cleansed. The activated Charcoal within this thick, grey mask acts like a magnet to draw out pore-cloggers, White China Clay absorbs environmental pollutants and Lecithin dissolves impurities. This is great for keeping spots at bay and also soothing angry blemishes even after they rear their ugly head! This is available for £22.00 from Boots.

7. Versace Red Jeans Eau de Toilette

This was the first perfume that I ever used, and it is still a firm favourite in my collection. Red Jeans is very sweet but has a unique touch, and it meant for the young-at-heart. I find this to be very fruity with notes of Peach, Blackcurrent Apricot and Freesia. But it is also quite floral due to the Violet, Rose and Lily of the Valley, with base notes of Sandalwood, Vanilla and Musk. I would highly recommend this fragrance, it is super easy to wear to still makes an impact. The packaging is also beautiful and will forever remain a great memory for me. You can buy this for a mere £12 from Superdrug, but it is usually on offer online!