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Julia Petit and MAC

September 15, 2016 - 1:25 pm | June 6, 2018 beauty look, beauty news, beauty products

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You’ll be sick of the words ‘backstage at MAC’ before I’ve finished (I promise this is the last post on the subject), because I’m just going to pretend LFW is not happening from now! I’m going back to a range that I showed you last week…the Julia Petit collection for MAC. After the show on Friday, I managed to grab some time and some tea with her. I’ve been impressed with her range since I first saw it and it’s a big deal for bloggers because this is MAC’s first proper collaboration with a blogger. So, Julia is based in Brazil, and I guess you’d say that her site, Petiscos, is a mix of fashion, beauty and lifestyle. It’s also quite special in that she started blogging right at the beginning of the trend so has developed it into a business and a brand in its own right. It’s gone well beyond the norms of blogging, to be honest. Her background is in advertising, so she truly took a leap of faith to give that up. Right from the very beginning, she monetized the site.

Give The Gift They’ll Love: Six Electrical Treats For All Your Loved Ones, Whatever The Occasion

September 15, 2016 - 9:29 am | June 6, 2018 beauty look

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Doesn’t giving someone a gift you know they’ll treasure make you feel all warm and tingly inside? Shopping for ourselves definitely provides a certain feeling of exhilaration at finding that must-have bag/top/dress, but discovering something special for a loved one shows how much you care in the months and years to come. Nailing that special something can be tricky though; how can you be sure to gift something they’ll genuinely love and use, rather than spending a small fortune that will end up stashed at the back of the cupboard with the spiralizer and ice cream machine? Well, whether it’s a birthday, celebration or milestone, I’ve picked out six great electrical treats I think everyone would love to unwrap; although I’ve generally categorised them, it’s all about providing a little inspo so you can put a smile on your loved ones face and help them to feel fablous too.

FOR YOUR MUM: Braun Silk Epil Wet and Dry Cordless Epilator (£39.99)
Epilating can be scary, but it’s actually a really effective and long-lasting way to remove unwanted hair – and what better treat to give your mum than super smooth and sassy pins so she can step into summer with ease? I’ve used Braun epilators so many times over the years and they’re incompatible in terms of quality; this version features 28 MicroGrip tweezers remove hair as small as a grain of sand (0.5 mm) via extra soft wet and dry epilation that provides up to four weeks of smooth skin. The anti-slip grip ensures that the epilator is easy to control, even in wet conditions, while the two speed settings allow for individual needs. It’s cordless and after a few uses practically painless too – plus it looks rather swish and will no doubt make mum feel fancy.

FOR YOUR SISTER: Braun Facial Epilator and Cleansing Brush (£44.90)
The world’s first facial epilator and cleansing brush system, this is a great gift for the girl that likes to look after her complexion. This ingenious device lets you enjoy two treatments by simply switching the attachments: precisely remove facial hair from the root, then cleanse skin pore deep with the gentle but effective facial brush. Skin is left super smooth and radiant, ready to receive skincare and makeup for an overall flawless finish.

FOR YOUR BEST MATE: Braun Satin Hair Style & Dry Airstyler (£18.90)
Give the gift of a great hair day and treat your mate to this great Airstyler, which helps to dry and style hair simultaneosuly. Use on towel dried hair for a complete look, or on dry hair for a quick touch-up or re-style, creating effortless volume and luxurious waves without the faff of rollers or styling wands – great if she’s a little nervous when it comes to hair. The coating of the styling barrel is 100% ceramic, distributing heat evenly for maximum protection and a gentle experience that minimises damage while maximising shine.

FOR YOUR DAD: Oral-B Pro 2000 Toothbrush (£29.97)
If you’ve ever used an electric toothbrush, you know it’s impossible to go back. You just can’t compete with the clean, fresh and squeaky feeling an electric experience provides – and they don’t have to cost a fortune either. Oral B claims this removes up to 100% more plaque than a regular manual toothbrush: its clinically proven superior 3D Cleaning Action oscillates, rotates, pulsates to break up and remove plaque, providing enhanced results that you can really feel. With two modes (including daily clean and gum care) and a visible pressure sensor to let you know when you’re brushing too hard, this is the gift that will keep Dad’s gnashers in good nick for years.

FOR YOUR BROTHER: Braun 6-in-1 Multi Grooming Kit £19.99
If your brother likes to keep up with the trends or is always updating his look, then the Braun Multi Groom kit could be right up his street. It includes four combs covering 13 precision length settings (from 0.5-21mm,) as well as an ear and nose trimmer attachment to keep every element of their grooming routine in check. Apparently the styler features lifetime lasting sharp blades (oooh!) and ultimate precision, as well as a fully washable head and comb for easy cleaning under running water. Just try to talk him out of creating a goatee – it doesn’t look good on anyone.

FOR YOUR MAN: Braun ProSkin Cordless Wet & Dry Electric Shaver (£48.00)
If you want to show the man in your life how much you love him, then you can’t go wrong with a Braun razor. The brand specialises in world-class precision shavers and is globally recognised for its simple, intuitive design and outstanding product performance; it’s no wonder it’s the world’s #1 foil shaver brand. All Braun shavers go in straight, intuitive strokes so you don’t need to circle over the same spot twice, helping to minimize skin irritation and keep the result precise. The specialised cutting elements are pressure sensitive and protected by a patented metal mesh for a clean and close shave with outstanding skin comfort too. This specific razor can be used wet or dry with water, foam or gel, as well as having two rechargeable long-life batteries – which, trust me, is a bonus because men always forget to charge up their razors when they really need a shave. I love the look and feel, and know Josh will too.

Investing in an electrical grooming product can feel a bit fancy and a touch extravagant, so it’s the perfect treat if you know your loved one doesn’t tend to spend on their beauty regime – as well as being a great gift for those that you know adore a touch of pampering. With so many gadgets to choose from, there’s sure to be the perfect solution for every loved one all year long.

Find out more about the electrical products Braun offers via their website.

This is a sponsored post in partnership with Braun; all opinions are my own.

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Facial Swipes for Grubby, Temperamental Skin.

September 15, 2016 - 8:57 am | June 6, 2018 beauty look, beauty news, beauty products

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I’m not a great believer in face wipes, but these are face swipes, not face wipes, and that makes them a-ok. I jest of course; but there’s far more to this little packet of beauty tissues than just a jazzed-up name. For a start, they’re nothing like your run-of-the-mill wipe; some of the versions out there are just hideous. Quite handy for when you run out of loo-roll, or if you need to clean your makeup brushes on-the-go, or if you want to make it look as though you’ve cleaned the bathroom when unexpected guests come over, but for face care? Nah. Not on a regular basis, anyway.

Mama Mio’s new Gorgeous Glow Balancing Facial Swipes are nothing like your usual wipe, though; not laden with harsh, drying ingredients or stripping cleansing agents. They’ve been formulated for delicate, temperamental pregnancy skin and are infused with aloe to soothe, antioxidants to protect and a blend of oils to help moisturise and nourish the skin. What I find interesting about these swipes is that they’re not all namby-pamby; they’ve been designed to give the skin a really deep and thorough cleanse (as much as a wipe can do that) and they have lactic acid to gently exfoliate and keep blemishes in check. A nice emergency option, then, for anyone with hormonal or temperamental skin. Breakouts with sensitivity, breakouts with dryness, grubby PMT skin, grubby festival skin, grubby mid-flight temperamental PMT skin… You get the picture.

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I decided to do a bit of a test with these last week; I wiped my face all day with Gorgeous Glow swipes and didn’t follow up with any moisturiser. (Crazy! I know!) With pretty much any wipe I’ve tried previously, my face would have been almost inside-out with dryness – these? A great feeling of freshness and cleanliness but with absolutely no dryness. Wonderful. I’d never recommend a wipe as your main cleanse, just because I think that it’s a good habit to be going in there with something more substantial and then rinsing all of the residue and crap away with water, but when it comes to emergency cleansing these are brilliant. The packet says to avoid the eye area; I didn’t, because I’m a daredevil like that. My eyes didn’t fall out or anything but you’d probably want something different to take your mascara off with.

Mama Mio Gorgeous Glow Balancing Facial Swipes are £14 for 30 wipes with free delivery here.

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Michael Kors White Eau de Parfum and Indulgent Body Crème

September 15, 2016 - 2:35 am | June 6, 2018 beauty look, beauty news, beauty products

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Michael Kors White Eau de Parfum and Indulgent Body Crème

Over the last year or so, I’ve seen more and more rave reviews of the Michael Kors beauty range but until recently, I’d never tried anything from the range myself. The Michael Kors beauty range is stocked at Debenhams, and consists of the different Michael Kors fragrances and body products. I have the Michael Kors White Eau de Parfum, which is available in 30ml, 50ml and 100ml bottles priced between £39 and £79. Michael Kors White is the newest fragrance in the collection, and like the name suggests, is based on white flowers. The top notes consist of aldehydes, freesia, ylang-ylang and violet leaves, the heart contains notes of tuberose, white peony, gardenia and Egyptian Jasmine, whilst the base is made from white musk, amber, tonka, vanilla and cedar.

The bottle is unlike any other bottle within my fragrance collection, with its rectangular shape, and chunky silver lid complete with a button encompassed within it. In all honesty, its not the prettiest perfume bottle I’ve ever seen, but I quite like the angular design. Scent wise, it’s a very strong fragrance which needs only one spray as it can be very overpowering, especially as it’s so longlasting.. I’d describe White as being the white floral version of DIOR’s Poison in terms of potency, longevity and silage – when you walk into a room, everybody is going to be able to smell your perfume, which some might not like. I typically prefer more woody and sweet scents, but White has been a nice addition to my perfume collection. I do wish the atomiser would dispense less fragrance than it does, as a lighter mist would be much better for such a strong fragrance. If you like white floral scents, you’d love Michael Kors White as it’s smells so fresh, and crisp.

Michael Kors White Eau de Parfum and Indulgent Body Crème

In addition to the White Eau de Parfum, I also have the Michael Kors Indulgent Body Crème 175ml £42, which is packaged within a gorgeous white and gold box. The Body Crème itself is packaged within a stunning, weighty glass jar with a gold metal lid, and it looks so luxurious on my dressing table. I thought the fragrance of the Body Crème might have been similar to White, but they’re quite different. White is a strong, white floral scent whereas this cream has a more warmer and woodier scent thanks due to the tuberose. I do prefer the scent of the Body Crème to the White fragrance, but they do compliment eachother as they’re both floral based but when I wear White layered over this cream, it does become a little muskier than when I wear it alone.

This cream is very thick, and rich with a little going a long way, but even though it’s very rich, I find that it absorbs into the skin quickly without leaving my skin feeling sticky or greasy like some body butters tend to do. Due to the price, the Michael Kors Indulgent Body Crème is obviously an high end item but it would make for the perfect gift, especially if you know someone that has everything and are difficult to buy for.. it’s just so luxurious, and stunning both in appearance and scent, that anyone would be thrilled to own it.

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