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Tanning king James Read has recently launched a brand new and very gorgeous brand and I have been trying it out. Here’s the lowdown on Self Glow By James Read Sunbright Tinted Tan Drops.
What is Self Glow By James Read Sunbright Tinted Tan Drops?
Self Glow By James Read Sunbright Tinted Tan Drops packaging
Skincare infused tanning serum
Designed to brighten the complexion
Delivers a buildable summer glow
Can be mixed with a serum, moisturiser or makeup
Contains a nourishing blend of natural ingredients to moisturise, soften and soothe
Suitable for all skin types
Key Ingredients
Hyaluronic Acid – to boost moisture levels
Cocoa Extract – to soften the skin
Aloe Vera – to soothe
How to use it
Self Glow By James Read Sunbright Tinted Tan Drops with pipette
The Glow By James Read Sunbright Drops are really easy to use. All you need to do is mix one or more drops depending on your desired glow level, with a serum, moisturiser or makeup and then apply to the skin and blend.
Be sure to wash your hands after use.
My Review of Self Glow By James Read Sunbright Tinted Tan Drops
After Photo – subtle glow
This is such a lovely product and it’s really versatile and easy to use. They give the skin a really natural looking glow without any hint of orange. The above picture shows what a couple of drops mixed with serum looked like the following day. If you want something more intense, you can use extra drops.
The texture is like a super hydrating serum, and it really feels like skincare. The formula mixes easily with serums and moisturisers. I have really enjoyed mixing a couple of drops with the new Drunk Elephant C-Luma serum that I have been testing. I like to apply it in the morning under moisturiser and SPF.
This way, the glow develops gradually throughout the day, which is great whether you are wearing makeup or not. I love it for working from home days, for a little subtle glow, and if I am wearing makeup, I find that it still looks really nice late on in the day, and the tan that has developed kind of makes up for any makeup fade that I might have experienced.
One of the reasons I have tended to avoid using fake tan for my face is that I sometimes find it can cling to my hyperpigmentation. I am pleased to report that this doesn’t highlight my pigmentation.
I also used the Self Glow By James Read Sunbright Tinted Tan Drops to patch up a bit of body tan that had come off on my feet after a few Peloton rides in a row. I used it neat straight on to the skin and it blended in seamlessly. It was a great quick fix before I did my regular ‘scrub everything off and start again’ bath!
Where to buy it
Self Glow By James Read Sunbright Tinted Tan Drops are £39 for 30ml and £18 for 12ml. It is available via the links below:
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I love a glossy tinted lip balm for an easy polished look and a boost of hydration, so I was excited when I heard that The Inkey List Tripeptide Plumping Lip Balm Tints had launched. I have all the new shades here to show you.
What is The Inkey List Tripeptide Plumping Lip Balm Tint?
The Inkey List Tripeptide Plumping Lip Balm Tint Shades
This lip balm-treatment originally launched as a colourless lip salve, however, The Inkey List have now launched it with three new shades:
Clinically proven to plump lips by up to 40% in 4 weeks
Available in new, buildable and universally flattering tinted shades
Non-sticky texture
Formulated to hydrate, repair and plump lips
Works over time to visibly increase lip volume
Designed to leave lips looking naturally fuller and healthier
No tingle or irritation
Use 3 times per day for best results
Key Ingredients
6% Tripeptide Complex – to visibly increase lip volume for plumper-looking, more defined lips
2% Ultra Filling Spheres – to deliver Hyaluronic Acid within the lip to plump, retain moisture and help fill fine lines
The Inkey List Tripeptide Plumping Lip Balm Tints Shades & Swatches
There are now four options to choose from:
Mocha – soft brown
Pink – sheer pink
Berry – sheer berry red
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The Inkey List Tripeptide Plumping Lip Balm Tint – Mocha, Pink, Berry
Swatches
Here are the swatches of Mocha, Pink and Berry:
The Inkey List Tripeptide Plumping Lip Balm Tint Swatches – Mocha, Pink, Berry
Lip Swatches
MochaPinkBerry
The Berry lip swatch didn’t come out too well on camera. You can get a better idea about it in this quick application video I made:
My Review of The Inkey List Tripeptide Plumping Lip Balm Tints
This balm has a lovely texture and formula. It feels really light on the lips yet gives a lovely glossy finish and long lasting hydration. They are extremely comfortable to wear, and although they have the plumping claim, there is no discomfort or irritation.
The Hyaluronic Acid in the formula has a lovely instant plumping effect on the lips, and it makes the lip surface look really smooth and flawless. It gives a good volumised look and your lips feel lovely juicy when you’re wearing it.
The shine is fairly long lasting, although you need to top up regularly if you want to keep a high shine. All the shades work nicely on their own, and also with lip liner for a more defined look.
If you’re in the market for a lip liner with staying power, I am absolutely loving the Sweed Beauty Lip Liners. To see some of those, read: Sweed Lydia Millen Le Lipstick & Lip Liner Review & Swatches.
It’s hard to decide which shade is my favourite, as they are all so wearable, but I think that Mocha will probably be the most popular one.
If you want to check out some similar tinted balms, have a read of Ole Henriksen Pout Preserve Peptide Lip Treatment Crème Brûlée Review, and Naturium Phyto-Glow Lip Balm Review & Swatches – New Cafe Collection 2024.
If you are looking for something balmy but a bit more lipstick-like, check out Clarins Lip Oil Balm Review and Swatches.
Where to buy it
The The Inkey List Tripeptide Plumping Lip Balm Tints are £11 each and available via the following links:
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Then I Met You just launched at Space NK, so I wanted to share this review of the Then I Met You Living Sea Cleansing Tonic. If you are looking for something that will give a quick and effective morning cleanse, check this out.
What is Then I Met You Living Sea Cleansing Tonic?
Then I Met You Living Sea Cleansing Tonic
This cleansing tonic is one of the newer launches from Then I Met You, which is a skincare brand born in California but deeply inspired by Korean skincare rituals.
Founder Charlotte Cho’s parents were born in South Korea, and after she spent 5 years living there, she began her relationship with K-Beauty. Eventually Then I Met You was born and it has been a huge success.
One of the most spoken about products is the Living Cleansing Balm* which skincare junkies absolutely love. I am ashamed to say that I haven’t yet tried it, but I seriously need to rectify that!
Charlotte wanted to create the new Then I Met You Living Sea Cleansing Tonic after having spent over 10 years working with cleansing toners for Korean beauty site Soko Glam. This new product was to be the ultimate beauty water and I have to say, she has done a wonderful job.
Refreshing multi-tasking cleansing toner
Designed to cleanse, micro-emulsify makeup & remove impurities
Includes lots of nourishing ingredients to hydrate and protect the skin’s natural moisture
Formulated with 86% deep sea water sourced from Gangwon, Korea
Also includes a blend of papaya enzymes, licorice root, seaberry and persimmon extract
Can be used as a light morning cleanse, or as a second cleanse in the evening
Then I Met You Living Sea Cleansing Tonic
Key Ingredients
86% DEEP SEA WATER – rich in magnesium, potassium and sodium to rehydrate and plump
PAPAYA ENZYMES – gently exfoliate and help to dissolve dead skin cells to improve tone and texture and brighten
PERSIMMON EXTRACT – antioxidant to defend against free radicals and prevent premature aging and photo damage, work on hyperpigmentation and regulate sebum production
LICORICE ROOT EXTRACT – antioxidant skin brightener to even out tone
SEABERRY/SEA BUCKTHORN OIL – rich in fatty acids to lock in hydration and maintain the skin barrier.
How to use Then I Met You Living Sea Cleansing Tonic
There are a few ways you can use this.
Light morning cleanse
Second cleanse after a oil or balm cleanser
As non-acid toner pressed into the skin from your palms to add an extra layer of hydration
My Review
Then I Met You Living Sea Cleansing Tonic UK
I have been using the Then I Met You Living Sea Cleansing Tonic for a few weeks now and I absolutely love it.
It is such a perfect morning cleanse to very quickly refresh my skin and make it super glowy and plump in a flash. I just pop it on to a reusable cotton pad, sweep over my skin and then let it dry for a few seconds.
It feels really soothing yet it wakes up my face, makes my skin feel so soft and gives a wonderful feeling of plumpness and hydration. Straight away my skin looks more radiant, and I can pop on a serum and moisturiser (or just a moisturiser if I want to keep things really simple) and I am ready to start the day.
I didn’t really expect to love it quite as much as I do, but it just seems to do so much for my skin in one super quick step! It is so smoothing, brightening and hydrating that I don’t even feel in much of a rush to do my next skincare steps.
The Then I Met You Living Sea Cleansing Tonic is also perfect to use after a balm or oil cleanse, to get rid of residue, give the skin a really lovely second cleanse, and also add in a layer of hydration. It really is so lovely to use!
If you are looking for some recommendations for really good cleansing balms and cleansing oils, make sure you check out Best Cleansers for 2024.
Where to Buy Then I Met You Living Sea Cleansing Tonic
This cleansing toner has just launched at Space NK and is also available at Cult Beauty. Shop via the links below:
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Ole Henriksen Pout Preserve Peptide Lip Treatment Crème Brûlée Review
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This is the first time I have tried the Ole Henriksen Pout Preserve Peptide Lip Treatment and I have to say the new Crème Brûlée shade is so good. Here’s what you need to know.
What is Ole Henriksen Pout Preserve Peptide Lip Treatment?
Ole Henriksen Pout Preserve Peptide Lip Treatment in Crème Brûlée
Advanced lip treatment
Uses skin-strengthening peptides and kokum butter
Works to instantly plump lips with hydration
Smooths fine lines
The active formula is clinically tested to give you softer, bouncier, fuller-looking lips
Luxuriously juicy texture
Softly sweet scent
Available at Cult Beauty*, LOOKFANTASTIC* & Boots*
Key Ingredients
Lip-Specific Peptides – to help makes lips look more defined and fuller
Kokum and Mango Seed Butter – rich in saturated fats to soothe, nourish and condition lips
Cloudberry Oil – rich in antioxidants, vitamins and omega fatty acids for intense moisture
Acai Sterols – rich in antioxidants to help strengthen the skin barrier and boost hydration
Ole Henriksen Pout Preserve Peptide Lip Treatment Crème Brûlée Swatch
Here’s a swatch of the new Crème Brûlée shade for you to check out:
Ole Henriksen Pout Preserve Peptide Lip Treatment – Creme Brulee Swatch
And here it is on the lips:
Creme Brulee
Ole Henriksen Pout Preserve Peptide Lip Treatment in Crème Brûlée review
I absolutely love a glossy lip balm and I have to say this formula really does tick the boxes. It is thick enough to really stay on the lips, but doesn’t feel heavy or sticky.
It is really easy to apply and gives lips such a beautiful, juicy shine. This new Crème Brûlée is so wearable and flattering. It’s perfect for a soft nude look, and if you want it to look more makeup-y, it pairs beautifully with any nude-toned lip liner.
Ole Henriksen Pout Preserve Peptide Lip Treatment applicator
The applicator is great which make reapplying on the go a cinch. Plus, the colour is sheer enough to be able to do top ups without a mirror.
The formula has a lovely smoothing effect and tackles any dryness of flakiness really quickly! Now I just need to try the other shades!
If you like these nude, kind of coffee tones, you might want to check out the newest tinted balms from Naturium. Read: Naturium Phyto-Glow Lip Balm Review & Swatches – New Cafe Collection 2024.
If you like something a little bit more lipstick-like, read: Clarins Lip Oil Balm Review and Swatches.
Where to buy it
The Ole Henriksen Pout Preserve Peptide Lip Treatment is £17 and available via the following links:
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Let me introduce you to one of my best discoveries of 2024, the Gatineau Golden Glow Gradual Tan. As someone who is whiter than my windowsills, with fantasies of being a bronzed goddess, self-tan is an essential part of my life. Here’s why I’m obsessed with Gatineau’s Golden Glow.
What is Gatineau Golden Glow Gradual Tan?
Gatineau Golden Glow Gradual Tan
Gatineau Golden Glow is probably the easiest way out there to get a natural looking tan:
Luxurious, fast-absorbing formula for face and body
Provides immediate hydration
Natural looking tan develops gradually
Buildable formula
Effortless application
Elegant cream-gel texture that melts into the skin
Leaves skin looking and feeling super soft and hydrated
Buildable formula for the level of tan you desire
Features a unique fragrance with notes of Pear, Mandarin, Sandalwood, and Musk
Available with 30% off with code REESENTME
Key Ingredients
Vitamin E – antioxidant that protects skin from environmental aggressors and free radical damage
DHA – derived from sugar cane, and reacts naturally with the amino acids in the skin to give a golden tan
Coconut Oil – maintains the skin barrier and hydrates and smooths the skin
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About Gatineau
Gatineau is such a beautiful French skincare brand that started in Paris 90 years ago by a visionary beauty therapist Madame Jeanne Gatineau. She worked with dermatologists and biochemists to create a line of professional-quality skincare with powerful formulations combining natural ingredients with cutting-edge biotechnology.
It was one of the first luxury skincare brands I ever tried, and I’ll never forget the first time I used their game-changing Gommage which was like nothing I had ever tried. It is still an icon in the beauty industry years later. Gatineau was in fact the first brand to create an exfoliator. If you haven’t tried the Radiance Enhancing Gommage, you must!
The Importance of Skincare in Gradual Tanning
The Gatineau Golden Glow Gradual Tan skincare formula completely eradicates the risk of mistakes because it is so easy to apply and blend over the skin. The formula delivers a completely streak-free finish, and the skincare ingredients keep the skin hydrated so that the tan never goes patchy.
My Review of Gatineau Golden Glow Gradual Tan
Gatineau Golden Glow Gradual Tan 400ml pump bottle
Like I said at the top, this is one of my best beauty discoveries of 2024, if not longer. If you love a bronzy glow, I think you will absolutely love this.
I am a self-confessed self-tan addict and I have been tanning for decades. I started when I was at university and just never stopped. For me it quickly became a year-round essential element of my beauty routine, and I am genuinely a happier person with a fresh layer of tan. In fact, I often say if self-tan was no longer available, I’d be a lot less happy!
I have been fake tanning for years, but I still make mistakes. Not with this! I haven’t had any hand or feet disasters since I’ve been using it. It literally provides the most flawless and seamless blend.
The Gatineau Golden Glow Gradual Tan is an absolute joy to use because it is so easy. You simply use it like you use your body lotion. I put it on as soon as I get out of the shower, and I use it top to bottom covering my whole body in under a couple of minutes. I apply it to my hands and feet, knees, elbows (everywhere!) just like my moisturiser and it sinks in super-fast, and I can get dressed pretty much straight away.
I simply make sure that I wash my palms and in between my fingers with hand soap and I’m all set. The tan starts to develop after a few hours and if I use it at night, I wake up with a gorgeous golden glow. When I use it in the morning, the glow gradually intensifies as the day goes on. It’s such a good feeling.
When I start from scratch (totally scrubbed off and white) after 2 or 3 days I am where I want to be. Although, to be completely transparent, I haven’t really had to start from scratch since I have been using this because it fades so nicely. As a serial fake tanner, it really is all about the fade for me.
Gatineau Golden Glow Gradual Tan texture
In terms of the texture, I have to say, it is dreamy. It has a light yet super hydrating gel-cream consistency that melts into the skin with almost a water-infusion feel. It’s blends over the skin so effortlessly.
And it smells so good! It has the most beautiful soft fragrance, and it never has the DHA turning moment (aka the biscuit) that you get with pretty much all self-tans.
Also, the colour never transfers (I tested this on plain white pyjamas!), so you don’t need to worry about stained bed sheets or clothes.
Before and After Photos
Gatineau Golden Glow Gradual Tan Before PhotoGatineau Golden Glow Gradual Tan After Photo
Gatineau Golden Glow Demo Video
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How to Use Gatineau Golden Glow Gradual Tan
STEP 1 – Apply one pump per limb using smooth circular motions and rub in thoroughly STEP 2 – Lightly smooth over dry areas such as hands, elbows, knees and feet STEP 3 – Wash hands after use particularly between fingers STEP 4 – Wait for skin to be touch dry before dressing
The colour develops over 3-4 hours. You can use 1-3 applications to achieve your desired glow, then top up when you like.
The Benefits of Gatineau Golden Glow Gradual Tan
Easy to apply and blend
No mitts or gloves required
Hydrates and smooths the skin
Natural, buildable colour
No transfer to sheets or clothing
Fades evenly with no patchiness
No unpleasant smell
Available in a value 400ml bottle with pump
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Golden Glow be used by first-time tanners?
This is the perfect product for first time tanners because it is as near to being foolproof as you can imagine. The colour builds gradually, so you never end up with a result that is darker than you want.
Is it safe to use Golden Glow daily?
Yes. You can use this product as much as you like, and you can keep applying it until you reach the level of tan you want. Once you have your ideal tan, you can simply top up whenever you need to.
How does the cream compare to other tanning products?
This is so much easier to use than many tanning products and you don’t need any equipment like mitts or gloves. It is super hydrating and doesn’t dry out the skin like many tans. Plus, you can get the level of tan you wish depending on how often you apply. And no fake tan smell!
How long does it take to see results from Gatineau Golden Glow?
The tan starts to develop in about three hours. You can build up the tan with daily application until you achieve the glow you want.
Are there any side effects of using this tan?
I love this tan because it is one of the few tanning products that doesn’t dry out my skin, which the main downside of self-tanning. This is super hydrating and smoothing.
Is Golden Glow suitable for all skin types?
Yes, this formula is suitable for all skin types.
Is Gatineau Eco Friendly?
The Gatineau Golden Glow Gradual Tan bottle is fully recyclable. All of Gatineau’s cartons are FSC certified.
Where to buy it
You can buy Gatineau Golden Glow via the link below. Remember to use code REESENTME to claim 30% off:
Also, if you are looking for a concealer and skincare hybrid, I can’t recommend Gatineau’s one enough. For more information on that, read: Gatineau Perfection Ultime Miracle Eye Contour Cream Review.
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