Summer Essentials

27.5.12


I hope you're all having a lovely weekend in the sun! I thought it would be a good time to mention some products that have already become summer staples. I've been wearing NARS Pure Radiant Tinted Moisturiser non-stop since I bought it. It's safe to say I'm a big fan and it's ideal for hot weather. I'll be posting a full review sometime next week if you're interested. Under my foundation, or on days when I've skipped it all together, I've been using my trusty La Roche-Posay Anthelios SPF 30 sun cream. It's fragrance and paraben free with fewer chemical filters, so a good option if you have slightly sensitive skin. It smells like a cross between goat's milk and petrol but, if you can tolerate that, the non-greasy formula means it sits well under makeup. Alternatively, if you have normal to oily skin, I love Neal's Yard Remedies Wild Rose Daily Moisture. It's also SPF 30 but leaves a semi-matte finish on the skin. If you're wondering why it's not in the photo that would be because it's also my boyfriend's favourite and he appears to have stolen it.

I had to include le dernier cri of blogging, the Caudalie Beauty Elixir. I use it as a toner in the morning, but the smaller bottle that lives in my handbag acts as a pretty nifty reviver when I get off the tube, feeling like a wilted leaf, having spent most of the journey face-level with a businessman's sweaty, polyester-suited armpit. I personally love the minty scent and I've noticed my skin has remained clearer since I've been using it. I usually hate body moisturisers but they are a necessity if my legs are going to see the sunshine. I loved the sample of the First Aid Beauty Body Moisturiser* from a Glossybox a few months ago - so much so that I chopped it in half to get the last drops out. The formula is quite thick and enriched with Shea butter but sinks in rapidly without leaving any greasy, sticky residue. It's also allergy-tested, fragrance and paraben free, so another winner for sensitive skin. 

Lastly is my tiny attempt at colour...baby steps. I've been sporting Nails Inc's Westbourne Grove*, a neon orange jelly, on my nails and Rouge d'Armani Sheer in Coral 302* on my lips. Both are a lot more wearable than they appear in their packaging and an easy concession to summer if you're struggling to let go of black like I am.

*PR or beauty box samples

14 comments:

  1. I've been using avene thermal water to refresh me, but I'm desperate to try the caudalie elixir!

    I've heard nothing but positive reviews for the nars tinted moisturiser so I might give it a go, but unfortunately I had a nasty reaction so I'm wary :(

    So glad you recommended the sunscreens, I need one for my sensitive skin x

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  2. I have been loving the NARS tinted moisturiser. It's so lovely!

    I'm eager to give the Caudalie Beauty Elixir a go, too many good reviews too avoid it any more.

    Zoe xx
    http://toujourszweee.blogspot.com.au/

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  3. Great post, La Roche Posay really do the best sun screen for oily skin Can't live without the stuff in Summer!

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  5. A full review of the NARS tinted moisturizer would be awesome! I still have a full tube of the Laura Mercier tinted moisturizer, but I'm really curious about the NARS one.

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  6. Uh oh...I feel a spending spree coming on, these all looks incredible :) xxx

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  7. Right, your comment that the Caudalie Beauty Elixir has left you with clearer skin is enough to convince me to purchase it on payday next week!

    Just discovered your blog and have been reading post after post, I love it!

    smazsays.blogspot.co.uk

    Sarah

    xx

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  8. The more I read your blog, the more I am tempted to get the Caudalie Beauty Elixir. :)

    I'm also looking for a new sunscreen, because the Shiseido SPF38 I have isn't giving me enough protection against tanning and darkening of pigmentations. I'm wondering if you've used the La Roche Posay sunscreen with SPF50+ -- and what you might think about it?

    But Neal's Yard Remedies Wild Rose Daily Moisture also sounds awesome, since I have oily skin. I'll have to check it out, thank you!

    P.S. I just want to say that I found your youtube channel through your recent skincare video -- but I've come to adore your blog. I just love the way your blog posts are written: eloquently informative. :)

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  9. I also have a big bottle of the caudalie beauty elixir and a small one for my purse. I am pretty sure you are the person who mentioned it and got me addicted to it!

    I also tried a neon orange color recently but it was from American Apparel... it's the brand NEON. I did a blog post on it... http://jeaniebeanz.blogspot.com/2012/05/neon-polish.html

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  10. This Nails Inc polish looks amazing ! xx

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  11. I need that nails inc polish in my life!! :)
    LaceyLoves

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  12. I'm definitely going to check out some of these products after reading your post, especially the Caudalie Beauty Elixir! Cue purse getting lighter...!

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  13. Love the nails inc. shade, so lovely and will look perfect with a tan xo

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