June: Used, Abused And Reviewed.

The reason my empties are never pictured all together in one photo is because I try to take a pic as I use them up instead of letting them build up in a corner of my room. Maybe I need to get myself an 'empties box' and hide it away somewhere so my family dont have me sectioned? Anyway, heres what I made my way through this month.

Benefit It's Potent! Eye cream: This is only a sample that I was unlucky enough to receive when I was stupid enough to purchase two full sized products from the B.Right range when it first launched. Do I really need to say any more?

Would I repurchase? Nuh-uh!

Bourjois Baume De Nuit: Baume De Nuit is one of the nicest balms I've ever used. It's more than likely been discontinued now but a few years ago after I realized how much I loved it I made an online order of about 10. 10 might sound a bit OTT but I could never find it in store and wasnt taking any chances! It leaves the most gorgeous pale, milky, rosey pink flush on the lips and does a brilliant job at keeping lips flake free.

Would I Repurchase? Yes, if its still available.

BioNova Eye Wrinkle Treatment: Another sample sized eye cream. You can read my full review here (link)

Would I Repurchase? No

Vaseline Aloe Fresh 24h Protection: I dont usually include deodorant but I really love this one as it dries quickly (I hate how some leave me sticky or just dont dry properly) and smells so fresh. Ages ago Boots or Tesco reduced most deodorants to £1 so I filled my basket but I'm down to my last one now, sad times.

Would I Repurchase? Yes 

Boots Nail Polish Remover: Cheap as chips and does the trick. I'm not that bothered about nail polish remover brands, I dont have one that I think is better than the other and theres not a hope in hell I'd spend more than £3 on a bottle. I usually just pick up a Boots own brand remover.

Would I Repurchase? Yes

Benefit Total Moisture Facial Cream: Theres only one thing I like about the Benefit skincare range and thats the packaging.

Would I Repurchase? No

Elemis Pro-Radiance Cream Cleanser: Didnt remove my mascara at all (I dont wear waterproof mascara) but I loved everything else about this. I received this in a giftset which worked out far cheaper than buying it separately.If it wasnt for the price and the fact that it doesnt cope well with mascara then I think I would prefer it to Cleanse & Polish.

Would I Repurchase? Yes, but I wouldnt pay full price.

Caudalie Beauty Elixir: I. Love. This.
Would I repurchase? Already have, twice.

Maybelline Great Lash Mascara: An oldie but a goodie. I think this was maybe the first mascara I ever used, I'll always have a soft spot for it.
Would I Repurchase? Its not the best mascara ever but I probably would.

 My empties post is far earlier than usual this month but I've had so many things happen/going on this week and just havent had time for my blog. I didnt want to neglect it completely hence the early empties post. I promise I'll catch up with all your blogs soon. :)

Cleansers - Most Used.

For many people, cleansing is the most boring part of their skincare regime and for that reason they just wash their face with any old cleanser. It doesnt matter what cleanser you use, you're just rinsing it straight off again right? wrong!

Up untill a few years ago I never gave much thought when choosing a face wash and 9 times out of 10 I would just buy face-wipes, they're quick, easy and cheap but they dont clean your face properly, all they do is smear makeup/natural oils and everything else all over your skin, only removing the surface dirt.

I always got random dry patches, my makeup wouldnt apply properly, would look awful and my skin just didnt look or feel very nice. I tried 100s of drugstore cleansers but they just made the problems worse, my skin would always feel striped, tight, irritated and look very red. I had heard/read about Liz Earle Cleanse and Polish for years but for some reason never purchased it, then when I was about 19/20 I decided to try it and I'm so glad I did!

This cleanser is one that I will always re-purchase, I chop and change my cleansers quite a bit, just because I like to see if there is anything better out there but I always come back to Liz Earle. It doesnt strip my skin, is a brilliant eye makeup remover, doesnt irritate my eyes [which are very sensitive] the muslin cloth gently buffs your skin, removing any dead, dull skin cells and you're left with skin that feels moisturised, plump, smooth, soft and glowing. It smells of eucalyptus but isnt overpowering, suits all skin types and it is reasonably priced, compared to some other brands.

Liz Earle Cleanse & Polish Hot Cloth Cleanser

I always buy the 100ml size because it comes in the pump bottle. It costs £13.75 for the starter kit. It is a cream cleanser, you massage it into your face and it melts off any makeup/dirt etc then remove with the muslin cloth. Most people have tried this already but if you havent and you're on the hunt for a new cleanser, I would definately recommend this.

Elemis Pro-Radiance Cream Cleanser (150ml) RRP: £27.60

To me, this is basically the same as Cleanse & Polish.. same cream cleanser,  same pump tube, same removal method except you get an Elemis mitt instead of a muslin cloth [which I actually prefer] and it has anti-ageing ingredients. I really like this cleanser but its not the best for removing mascara, that might not be a big deal to some people but I just hate and wont use a seperate makeup remover before cleansing. If I'm wearing makeup I'll do a double cleanse. The most noticable difference between the 2 cleansers is the price.. quite a big price jump! I wouldnt purchase this on it's own but QVC sell some great Elemis kit's that include this cleanser and it works out so much cheaper.

Elemis Tri-Enzyme Resurfacing Facial Wash, 200ml RRP: £27.60

This cleanser cant be used around the eye area. After using your usual cleanser you use this, it has a slighly cooling effect on the skin and stimulates the skins natural cell renewal cycle, smoothing and refining whilst sloughing away dead skin cells which dull the complexion. I've only been using this for about 2 months but havent been religious with it so maybe thats why I havent noticed a big diference. It helps to smooth lumpy bumpy skin and even skin tone, acne scarring etc. When using this you have to use SPF30!

I alternate between Liz Earle cleanse & polish and  Elemis Pro-Radiance Cream Cleanser, usually using both Elemis cleansers at night. My skin can be a nightmare at times with sensitivity but these are the cleansers that really work for me.

Using the right cleanser makes a huge difference to how your skin behaves. If you're cleansing wrong then everything you apply to your face after is going to go wrong.

What are your HG cleansers?