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Kiehl’s Ultra Body Mega Moisture Squalane Cream Review

 
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Kiehl's Ultra Body Mega Moisture Squalane Cream Review

As as huge fan of Kiehl’s Creme de Corps, I was extremely keen to test out the new Kiehl’s Ultra Body Mega Moisture Squalane Cream. Here’s everything you need to know.

What is Kiehl’s Ultra Body Mega Moisture Squalane Cream?

What is Kiehl's Ultra Body Mega Moisture?
What is Kiehl’s Ultra Body Mega Moisture?
  • Hydrating body cream with Squalane and Pro-Ceramides
  • Formulated to absorb into skin quickly (within 3 seconds)
  • Delivers long-lasting hydration for up to three days, even through showering
  • Protect skin against extreme environments
  • Suitable for all skin types and ideal for sensitive skin

Key Ingredients

GLACIAL GLYCOPROTEIN – helps to deeply hydrate and maintain skin’s moisture balance

PRO-CERAMIDES – help to reinforce skin’s barrier strength

SQUALANE – helps replenish skin’s barrier and keep it soft, supple and moisturised

How To Use It

This is best applied straight after showering and whenever your skin needs extra hydration. You can dress immediately as it is fast absorbing.

My Review

My Review of Kiehl's Ultra Body Mega Moisture
My Review of Kiehl’s Ultra Body Mega Moisture

I don’t know about you, but once I hit my late 40s and into my 50s, my skin on my body started asking for a lot more attention! Especially as I am a serial fake tan user. My skin can get pretty dry which really affects its appearance. Now that summer is on its way, I want to get my skin into top to toe peak condition.

When Kiehl’s launched the Ultra Body Mega Moisture Squalane Cream, I was immediately intrigued. Anything with mega moisture in the name has my full attention!

I’ve been testing it out and here’s how I got on…

Texture and feel

Kiehl's Ultra Body Mega Moisture Squalane Cream Texture
Kiehl’s Ultra Body Mega Moisture Squalane Cream Texture

The texture is GORGEOUS. It is rich but not greasy, creamy but not too thick. It melts into the skin beautifully and doesn’t sit on top like some heavier body butters. I can get dressed immediately after applying it, which is a big bonus for me as I am always in a rush.

How does it perform?

I’ve been using it daily, mostly after my morning shower (I find that’s the best time to really lock in hydration). I find this makes my skin nice and smooth looking, and more even-toned, and after a few daily applications there’s way less of that crepey look that seems to pop up when my skin is dry and dehydrated. The hydration is really long lasting.

Is it good for mature skin?

Yes, 100% yes. If you’re in your 40s, 50s or beyond and finding that your body skin just isn’t bouncing back like it used to, this cream is a dream. It feeds the skin without overloading it, and because there’s no fragrance, it’s gentle enough for even the most sensitive areas like décolletage.

Final thoughts

This is definitely one of those “quiet luxury” products. It doesn’t shout, but it really does deliver. The packaging is clean, the texture is beautiful, and the hydration is long-lasting.

It’s also fragrance-free, which I know many of you will absolutely love, especially if you have sensitive skin or want to layer with your favourite perfume.

If you are looking for something richer and thicker with a bigger focus on anti-ageing, check out my Joonbyrd Daydreamer Body Serum and Sunday Sofa Body Butter Review. And if you need something super light and lightning fast, read E45 Daily Care Hydrating Lotion Spray Review.

Where to buy it

Kiehl’s Ultra Body Mega Moisture Squalane Cream is £43 for 250ml and it is available now via the links below:

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Naked Sundays BeautyScreen SPF50 Peptide Foundation Tint Review & Swatches

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Naked Sundays BeautyScreen SPF50 Peptide Foundation Tint Review & Swatches

This is an exciting new skincare-sunscreen-makeup hybrid and I have been testing it out. Here’s the lowdown on the brand new Naked Sundays BeautyScreen SPF50 Peptide Foundation Tint. I have swatches of all the shades.

What is Naked Sundays BeautyScreen SPF50 Peptide Foundation Tint?

Naked Sundays BeautyScreen SPF50 Peptide Foundation Tint packaging
Naked Sundays BeautyScreen SPF50 Peptide Foundation Tint packaging
  • Lightweight foundation tint
  • Protects the skin barrier against UVA, UVB, Blue Light and Infrared with SPF50
  • Uses non nano mineral SPF filters
  • Infused with skin-boosting peptides and antioxidants
  • Water resistant for up to 80 minutes
  • Available in 13 shades (with 2 extra shades coming soon)

Key Ingredients

Mineral SPF50 – broad Spectrum UVA + UVB protection

Peptides –  to stimulate collagen, boost moisture and hydration and plump the skin

Polyglutamic Acid – to provide intense hydration and supports the skin barrier

Niacinamide – helps even out skin tone and brighten the complexion

Squalane – moisturises and hydrates with anti-inflammatory properties

Bisabolol – to calm and soothe

Allantoin – to help reduce irritation and redness

Shades and Swatches

There are currently 13 shades in the collection (with 2 extra shades being added this year):

  • 1 Fair Neutral
  • 2 Fair Sand
  • 2.5 Light Neutral
  • 3 Warm Honey
  • 4 Medium Honey
  • 5 Tan Honey
  • 6 Tan Caramel
  • 7 Tan Toffee
  • 8 Golden Mahogany
  • 9 Rich Mahogany
  • 9.3 Rich Caramel
  • 9.6 Rich Neutral
  • 10 Deep Neutral
Naked Sundays BeautyScreen SPF50 Peptide Foundation Tint Swatches
Naked Sundays BeautyScreen SPF50 Peptide Foundation Tint Swatches
Naked Sundays BeautyScreen SPF50 Peptide Foundation Tint Swatches
Naked Sundays BeautyScreen SPF50 Peptide Foundation Tint Swatches
Naked Sundays BeautyScreen SPF50 Peptide Foundation Tint Swatches
Naked Sundays BeautyScreen SPF50 Peptide Foundation Tint Swatches

Before and After Photos

Shade 2 is the best match to my natural skin tone, and this is the one I choose when I am going to wear full makeup.

If I am just going to wear the foundation tint on its own with no bronzer or blush etc., I use shade 2.5 as it warms up my complexion and matches more to my fake tan on my body. You can see both shades applied below.

Naked Sundays BeautyScreen SPF50 Peptide Foundation Tint before photo
Before
Naked Sundays BeautyScreen SPF50 Peptide Foundation Tint after photo shade 2
Shade 2
Naked Sundays BeautyScreen SPF50 Peptide Foundation Tint after photo shade 2.5
Shade 2.5 (set with powder)

How to use it

You can use this as the final step in your skincare routine. You need to shake it well before use, and if you’re using it as your sole sunscreen product, be sure to use a full quarter teaspoon (3 fingers) dose.

If you’re using this more as makeup over a dedicated sunscreen, you can use as much as you like.

You can apply it with fingers or a brush (I use my REESON No. 1 Brush) and it can be layered up to achieve the coverage you want.

Naked Sundays recommend you allow the SPF foundation tint 2-3 minutes to fully absorb before continuing with the rest of your makeup.

My Review

My Review of Naked Sundays BeautyScreen SPF50 Peptide Foundation Tint
My Review of Naked Sundays BeautyScreen SPF50 Peptide Foundation Tint

I am always very excited to try out new complexion products, especially when they have really good sun protection in them. I consider using a high protection factor product daily to be the first step in anti-ageing, so it’s a non-negotiable for me.

I have tried a couple of products from Naked Sundays before, and liked them a lot – read Naked Sundays Review UK – Face & Body Mist, Mineral Sunscreen & Sun Serum – but with the first glance at this newness, I had even higher hopes.

BeautyScreen promises to be super lightweight and easy to blend, which are things I always look for in a complexion product.

First Impressions

The packaging is really nice. It’s a squeezy tube with a thin nozzle that you squeeze the product out of. It is neat and easy. The tube is nice and compact and so it fits nicely into my makeup bag which is great for top ups on the go.

Naked Sundays BeautyScreen SPF50 Peptide Foundation Tint packaging
Naked Sundays BeautyScreen SPF50 Peptide Foundation Tint packaging

Texture and Application

The texture of the Naked Sundays BeautyScreen SPF50 is really nice. It is thin and liquidy and spreads over the skin effortlessly. It feels super lightweight on the skin yet is really hydrating and comfortable. In terms of texture, it’s a win for me.

Finish and Coverage

The finish is also really nice. It gives the skin a lovely glow, and I’d say that it leans over to the dewy side without being overly shiny or greasy-looking. I think if you have oily skin, you may want to use a bit of powder. I have tried it with the KOSAS Cloud Set Loose Powder on the T-zone and the 2 products together work really well.

The coverage is really good and I’d say it’s a light to medium buildable coverage product, that layers easily to achieve the coverage you want. It’s great for covering redness and evening out skin tone, and you can build it up nicely without it going cakey.

It gives skin a really natural looking finish and coverage, so your skin looks like skin, just more even and perfected.

Wear Test

I set it with a small amount of powder and it wore really well. It didn’t break up or fade too quickly. I’d say it lasts a good 5 to 6 hours without any obvious signs of wear.

Obviously, it you want maintain the SPF50 protection, then you will need to top up every two hours and it is pretty easy to top up. It layers over existing makeup fairly effortlessly and I just needed to add a bit more of my REESON Bronzing Balm over the top once it has sunk in.

Alternatively, you could use an over makeup spray for top ups. Naked Sundays do one (Naked Sundays SPF50+ Hydrating Glow Mist*) and I am obsessed with the new Kopari Sunglaze Sheer Setting Mist Sunscreen SPF 50 – it just came back in stock, so check it out. The Garnier Over Makeup SPF50 Spray* is a good affordable alternative.

Final Thoughts

I think the Naked Sundays BeautyScreen SPF50 Peptide Foundation Tint is an absolutely excellent product and it’s a real step forward in hybrid beauty with its mix of high sun protection, anti-ageing skincare ingredients and complexion perfecting makeup. Honestly, it’s brilliant and ticks all the boxes for me.

One thing to note is that if you want to rely on this as your only SPF product, you will need to ensure that you use the right dose to achieve the SPF product and also make sure you top up 2 hourly. As I said, I love the Kopari Sunglaze Sheer Setting Mist Sunscreen SPF 50 for this.

Alternatively, you can use it as a skincare infused foundation product, over your dedicated SPF product (I am also loving Ultra Violette Future Fluid SPF 50+ Superlight Mineral Skinscreen) and have the extra piece of mind with that extra layer of SPF.

I actually think this is a great way to use products like these because I don’t think many of us use SPF over the eye area properly. With foundation, we tend to always cover that area, so products like these offer the protection that we don’t always allow ourselves.

Where to buy it

Naked Sundays BeautyScreen SPF50 Peptide Foundation Tint is £38 for 30ml and available now via the link below. It is set to launch at Sephora UK soon. Sign

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REESON Beauty Lid Elixir Eye Serum-Tint – BACK IN STOCK

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REESON Beauty Lid Elixir Eye Serum-Tint Review & Swatches

I am thrilled to be able to say that REESON Beauty Lid Elixir has been super popular and we have struggled to keep it in stock. Luckily is it back on pre-order now, so don’t miss out.

What is REESON Beauty Lid Elixir?

REESON Beauty Lid Elixir Eye Serum-Tint
REESON Beauty Lid Elixir Eye Serum-Tint

I basically made Lid Elixir for me because I have wanted smoother, more youthful looking eye lids for the longest time and there wasn’t anything out there that I felt would do the job.

Like the Bronzing Balm and the Highlighter Duo, the REESON Beauty Lid Elixir is a skincare-makeup hybrid product, and a truly skincare-first formula. It is a peptide packed serum-tint designed to treat the eye lids. The challenge was to add long lasting, crease resistant colour and soft shine. But we did it. Lid Elixir took over 3 years to formulate!

  • A first of its kind peptide-packed serum-tint
  • Designed to smooth eyelids and deliver a wash of sheer, glossy colour
  • Univeral shade that suits all skin tones
  • Formulated with active ingredients to help skin feel brighter, plumped and hydrated
  • Targeted active ingredients like Matrixyl Synthe 6 and Gatuline Link n Lift work to boost collagen and elastin synthesis, and to visibly reduce imperfections on the eyelids
  • Works to improve the appearance of eyelids both instantly and over time
  • Crease-proof once set
  • Vegan and cruelty-free
  • Non-comedogenic
REESON Beauty Lid Elixir
REESON Beauty Lid Elixir

Key Ingredients

MATRIXYL SYNTHE 6 – powerful peptide also known as Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38. Boosts collagen and elastin synthesis and works with the skin’s natural matrix to produce a visible smoothing and lifting effect. Studies have shown it improve the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, uneven skin tone, and dullness

GATULINE LINK N LIFT – Horse Chestnut Extract works to stimulate cellular dynamism of fibroblasts. Studies show that it reconnects the epidermis with the dermis to reinforce the skin’s structure and reduce wrinkles

SODIUM HYALURONATE – form of Hyaluronic Acid with a smaller molecular size, it helps to plump and firm the delicate eye area, smooths the appearance of the eye lids, and provides long-lasting hydration for an elastic skin surface

SQUALANE – helps maintain moisture in the skin, leaving skin feeling supple and more comfortable. Boosting hydration can help your skin to appear more vibrant and healthier.

REESON Beauty Lid Elixir Swatches

REESON Beauty Lid Elixir Swatches
REESON Beauty Lid Elixir Swatches

How to use the REESON Beauty Lid Elixir

REESON Beauty Lid Elixir - How To Use It
REESON Beauty Lid Elixir – How To Use It

Apply a tiny amount of Lid Elixir directly on to the lids with with either fingertips or a small brush.. You can tap to blend out the edges or blend with a brush. For extra smoothing, try to keep lids closed and still for a few seconds to allow the formula to set.

I like to use it alone, however you can apply other eye makeup on top as long as you have allowed it to completely dry.

REESON Beauty Lid Elixir
REESON Beauty Lid Elixir

Lid Elixir Review & Application Video

Where to buy it

The REESON Beauty Lid Elixir is £29 and available to pre-order now

When will REESON Lid Elixir be back in stock?

We’re expecting to ship orders from 9th May.
Limited initial stock available. Maximum of 2 per order. Orders will be shipped in the order received. If we run out of early stock, your item will ship from 20th May when our next batch arrives.

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Harrods Beauty Gift with Purchase May 2025 worth £450 Review

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Harrods Beauty Gift with Purchase May 2025 worth £450 Review

The Harrods Beauty Gift with Purchase for May 2025 is live now and looking pretty amazing!! I have a full list of products that are in this year’s gift right here. Enjoy!

What is in the Harrods Beauty Gift with Purchase 2025?

Harrods Beauty Gift with Purchase May 2025 Contents worth £450
Harrods Beauty Gift with Purchase May 2025 Contents worth £450

There’s a brilliant mix of full size, deluxe and sample size products across amazing luxury brands like Elemis, Hourglass, NARS Olaplex and Augustinus Bader to enjoy:

  • Hourglass Unlocked Instant Extensions Mascara Deluxe Sample 2.7g
  • Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Freeze Gel Sample Mini/Travel Size 4.5ml
  • NARS Orgasm Blush 1.2g
  • Dolce & Gabbana Everlast Primer 6ml
  • Dr. Barbara Sturm Glow Drops 3ml
  • Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream SPF30 15ml
  • 111Skin Repair Serum 7.5ml
  • Orveda Vital Sap Serum 20ml
  • Sunday Riley Good Genes Lactic Serum 8ml
  • Cle de Peau Beaute – Precious Gold Vitality Serum 3ml
  • Augustinus Bader Rich Cream 7ml
  • Shiseido Vital Perfection Advanced Cream 15ml
  • Myblend Nourishing Body Balm 15ml
  • Sol de Janeiro Brazilian Bum Bum Beija Flor Body Cream 25ml
  • Evidens de Beaute Night Recovery Solution Overnight Mask 10ml
  • Tata Harper Regenerating Cleanser 15ml
  • MZ Skin Cleanse and Clarify Cleanser 15ml
  • Olaplex No.6 Bond Smoother Leave in Treatment Hair Treatment 20ml
  • Rahua Classic Shampoo & Conditioner 22ml
  • Gisou Honey Infused Hair Oil 3.5ml
  • Philip Kingsley Elasticizer Hair Treatment 40ml
  • Escentric Molecules E05 Fragrance 8.5ml
  • Memo Paris French Leather Fragrance 5ml
  • Drybar – Buy one get one free Blow Dry voucher (refer to the reverse of the voucher for full terms and conditions)

There is a lovely range of brands to enjoy inside this gift!! And it includes this print bag.

How to claim the Harrods Beauty Gift with Purchase 2025.

So first off, all you need to do is spend £250 on beauty products at Harrods* to receive the GWP. While stocks last.

You will need to be a Harrods MyBeauty Rewards member.

How do I sign up to Harrods MyBeauty Rewards

It’s easy to sign up. If you have not joined Harrods Rewards yet, you can sign up here.

This year’s Beauty Goody Bag from Harrods is available from 2nd May 2025. The promotion will be available while stocks last – hurry it will sell out fast!

When can you claim it

As I said, the full value of the free gift is over £450 and to claim it, you need to spend a minimum of £250 on beauty HERE* from 2rd May 2025.

If you are looking for some inspo, I recently discovered the Sweed Glass Skin Foundation that happens to be available at Harrods. Check out out.

Offers

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Exclusive Sephora UK discount code for 20% off

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Kopari Sunglaze Sheer Setting Mist Sunscreen SPF 50 Review

 
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Kopari Sunglaze Sheer Setting Mist Sunscreen SPF 50 Review

I am always on the look out for sun protection products that I can apply over my makeup, so when I came across the Kopari Sunglaze Sheer Setting Mist Sunscreen SPF 50 I literally couldn’t wait to try it out. I have been testing it and here’s everything you need to know.

What is Kopari Sunglaze Sheer Setting Mist Sunscreen SPF 50?

Kopari Sunglaze Sheer Setting Mist Sunscreen SPF 50
Kopari Sunglaze Sheer Setting Mist Sunscreen SPF 50

This sunscreen from Kopari means you can easily apply and touch up sunscreen both under and over makeup:

  • Non-aerosol sunscreen
  • Provides organic (chemical) SPF 50 protection against UVA/UVB rays
  • Designed to provide a natural, radiant finish
  • Helps to set makeup and refresh the skin
  • Infused with skincare ingredients to hydrate and brighten
  • Non-sticky and non-greasy
  • Dries quickly

Key Ingredients

  • Avobenzone (3%) – UVA protection
  • Octocrylene (10%) – stabilises Avobenzone + adds UVB cover
  • Octisalate + Homosalate – UVB protection to round it out
  • Sodium Hyaluronate + Polyglutamic Acid – to hydrate
  • Vitamin C (Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate) – brightens and protects
  • Vitamin E – antioxidant and skin-soothing
  • Essential Oils (Lime, Orange, Spearmint) – adds a fresh, beachy scent
  • Mica and iron oxides – for soft shimmer

Kopari Sunglaze Before and After Video

My Review

My review of Kopari Sunglaze Sheer Setting Mist Sunscreen SPF 50
My review of Kopari Sunglaze Sheer Setting Mist Sunscreen SPF 50

As I said at the top, as soon as I saw this product, I was desperate to try it out, and I really haven’t been disappointed. I’m a fan.

There’s huge hype about mineral sunscreens right now. If you find a good one, (Ultra Violette Future Fluid SPF 50+ Superlight Mineral Skinscreen, Kate Somerville HydraKate Illuminating SPF 50+ Drops, Kosas DreamBeam Comfy Smooth Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30) they are great, but I think that chemical sunscreens also have their place. The Kopari Sunglaze Sheer Setting Mist Sunscreen SPF 50 is a brilliant example of a really easy to use one.

You just need to shake it up and mist it over.

Kopari Sunglaze Sheer Setting Mist Sunscreen SPF 50 - shake to use
Kopari Sunglaze Sheer Setting Mist Sunscreen SPF 50 – shake to use

So this is a setting mist-style sunscreen with SPF 50 and broad-spectrum protection. It’s designed to go over makeup, refresh your skin throughout the day, and add that gorgeous dewy glow.

How It Feels & Wears

Kopari Sunglaze Sheer Setting Mist Sunscreen SPF 50 - fine mist
Kopari Sunglaze Sheer Setting Mist Sunscreen SPF 50 – fine mist

It’s so lovely to use. The mist is super fine (no chunky droplets messing with your base), and it gives the most gorgeous hydrated glow. It doesn’t disturb my makeup and I think it actually makes my skin look better.

It’s so easy to top up because it doesn’t make skin look greasy and it dries down nicely. The scent is really pleasant – beachy and summery – although if you are sensitive to fragrance, you may need to be careful that this isn’t too much for you.

Pros and Cons

I thought a round up of pros and cons would be useful!

PROS

  • SPF 50 Broad-Spectrum Protection – well-balanced combination of chemical filters
  • Makeup-friendly setting mist – sets without disturbing your makeup
  • Sheer, glowy finish – gives a healthy, non-greasy glow
  • Added antioxidants – includes Vitamin C & E to help defend against free radicals
  • Fine mist application – spritz, no chunky droplets
  • Hydrating Formula – with hyaluronic acid, polyglutamic acid, adds moisture, not weight.
  • Perfect for top-ups – no mess, no white cast, no hands required

CONS

  • Contains Alcohol Denat – can be drying for sensitive or dry skin types with frequent use (though it’s well-buffered with hydrators)
  • Essential Oils & Fragrance Component – Lime, orange, and spearmint oils (plus limonene, geraniol, etc.) may irritate reactive or allergy-prone skin

Final Thoughts

If you’re looking for a high-protection SPF that plays beautifully with makeup and adds an actual glow, Kopari Sunglaze is a total star. It’s certainly an SPF mist I’d feel confident recommending even to those who hate layering sunscreen.

It’s makeup-safe, hydrating, and gives that soft-filter glow without being heavy or tacky. I wouldn’t use this as my main SPF as I definitely prefer to use something a bit thicker to work into my skin as a base, but it is ideal for regular top ups throughout the day, and is one I will certainly be keeping in my handbag.

Where to buy it

The Kopari Sunglaze Sheer Setting Mist Sunscreen SPF 50 is £30 although currently out of stock in the UK. Sign up for a stock alert below:

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