Lately I've Been Lovin' #16

I haven't shared my favourites since April so lets get crackin'!

Lauren's Way Solution 60 Self-Tan Bronzing Mousse*: I'm sure you're all sick of hearing about this now but it really is that good, easily the best tan I've every used. I'm addicted to the stuff and even spoke about it in Pure Beauty magazine this month. 

Clarins Bronzing Duo '02 Medium': Since I've been getting a bit tan happy I don't feel the need to wear foundation every day but as we all know, tan fades from our faces first. So, to keep my body and face the same colour I've been swishing this beauty from Clarins all over my face with my Zoeva 106 Powder Brush. I love that it's a duo, the two shades allow me to go as bronzed or natural as needed.

Filorga Time-Filler Eyes*: Really enjoying this eye cream. I use it day and night yet it still looks almost full.

Vo5 Extra Body Styling Mousse: Such an affordable product and one I'll definitely repurchase. I use this in conjunction with Silky Sexy Hair Frizz Eliminator*, match made in heaven! The mousse holds my style in place all night even if I get caught in the rain and doesn't feel crispy when I use a lot of it which I do for nights out. The Frizz Eliminator makes my hair feel like silk and keeps it frizz free until the next wash.

L'Oreal Fibrology Thickening Shampoo & Masque: Bought these on a whim in Tesco while they were on offer. Really wasn't expecting much but they're not bad at all. I wouldn't say they make my hair feel thicker but it definitely looks fuller and any style I create lasts a lot longer before dropping flat.

Good Things Manuka Honey Refining Scrub*: This is such a brilliant scrub, feels like I'm slathering porridge all over my face :) It's creamy and moisturising but really gets rid of any dry skin.

Liz Earle Brow Pencil 'Dark': My Holy Grail brow product! Usually I use the shade 'light' and have gone through a few over the last two-ish years but this time I went to the dark side and it's fantastic. My problem with dark brow pencils is how red they look on me but the tone of this is spot on. 

Have you tried any of these products?

What have you been lovin' lately?

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Shopping My Stash #15

The sun is finally here! In N.Ireland anyway which is rare. I feel like all year we wish for mr sun to come out but as soon as it's here I do nothing but complain. I love when the weathers good, everyone seems in a better mood but the heat really drains me. I'm hanging over my keyboard at the min like a sweaty big beast with blurry, dotty eye's from being out in the sun taking some blog photos. Anyway, enough about that and more about whats really important - makeup.

Clarins Bronzing Duo: I own the shade '02 Medium' I maybe should've got the lightest shade but with there being 2 shades in the pan I'm able to adjust the colour to suit my skin all year round. I've got some tan on at the mo so I don't have to be too careful when applying this. It's a lovely natural bronzer and looks great paired with just some concealer if I'm too warm to wear foundation. I posted about this back in December if you want to read more. (link)

Liz Earle Signature Foundation*: If I'm wearing tan or going on a night out this is usually the foundation I go for. It's too dark for my natural skin tone to wear everyday but the coverage is fantastic as is the staying power. It sets immediately and doesn't need touched up with powder a million times throughout the day. See my review and swatches here.

Escada Moon Sparkle: I adore Escada fragrances. They're so, so sweet but I find them to be fresh at the same time. That might sound weird but what I mean is you can really smell them, they're strong and sweet but not cloying or migraine inducing. Every year they come out with another beauty but Moon Sparkle is from a good few years back so I'm guessing it's no longer available. If you've tried Escada fragrances before you'll have a good idea of how this smells as they're always similar but the notes include: Strawberry, blackcurrant, sweetpea, rose & freesia.

Sephora Primal Instincts Palette: Another neutral palette but a flippin' good'un! Sephora's own brand make up impresses me everytime, it's brilliant. You can take a closer look at the shades here.

Max Factor 'Bewitching Coral': If you're looking for a bright, purse friendly, long lasting, matte lip colour that really stains the lips then look no further. It isn't the most moisturising lippy, it can be a bit drying but I absolutely love it! It's by far one of my favourite summer lippies but I do wear it all year round.

100% Pure Pink Champagne Luminescent Powder*: A gorgeous, glitter free highlighter. I love MAC Soft & Gentle but when it's really sunny outside I feel that it maybe looks a bit too much. This is subtle but still packs a punch plus it's 100% pure so you don't need to worry about loading your skin with nasty ingredients. See my review and swatches here.

This Works: Fresh Skin Toner: I bought this in the sales after Christmas but have only just started using it really. It isn't astringent in the slightest. I would describe it as a moisturisng toner but not as moisturisng as the likes of Liz Earle Instant Boost Skin Tonic. It's alcohol free and helps to balance the skin. I use it after cleansing and throughout today when the weather is sweltering like right now.

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Clarins Bronzing Duo

Clarins Bronzing Duo '02 Medium'

This Bronzing Duo from Clarins is my new best friend. It was a spur of the moment purchase but a bloody good one at that! As with all Clarins products the Bronzing Duo's are beautifully presented with a little pouch to keep your compact scratch free. The compact itself is easy on the eye and features a large mirror making it a perfect handbag resident.

Clarins Bronzing Duo is 100% mineral complex with SPF 15. It is available in 3 shades - 01 Light, 02 Medium and 03 Dark. I went for 02 Medium as I still wanted it to show up when I'm wearing tan but I could get away with 01 Light too. 

Having two separate shades is a brilliant idea. It eliminates the need for multiple bronzers to suit your skin throughout the year and the lighter shade can even be used to set foundation. Both shades are large enough to be used separately without any fuss and the pigmentation is what I would describe as just right. A little goes a long way but you aren't going to look over overdone. Both shades blend together really well without ever looking cakey or chalky and although there is some very fine shimmer running through the bronzer it doesn't transfer onto the skin which makes it great for anyone with large pores or wrinkles. Instead of shimmery cheeks you are left with a natural, healthy glow but of course you can build it up as much as you like. I also love how the powder is firmly pressed and doesn't fly everywhere when I'm swirling my brush around.

On my skin the darker shade tends to last all day and it's great for carrying around to keep oil at bay with the lighter shade.

Clarins Bronzing Duo £26 from various online retailers but currently £23.40 in the Debenhams sale

Have you tried Clairind Bronzing Duo?

What's your fave bronzer?

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