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With the onslaught of new makeup launches constantly it can be difficult to know what to spend on. A massive perk of blogging is a get a fair few samples sent my way so I'll be regularly rounding up my favourite or hyped products new in the beauty sphere I've tried each month and whether I think they're worth the coin.<br />
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With constant teasing that something "out of this world" was coming prior to the launch of Bad Gal Bang a mascara was my last guess, especially as Benefit are already known for two cult mascaras I love - They're Real and Roller Lash. It's been 4 years in-the-making and features aero-particles (a fancy name for one of the lightest known materials) derived from space technology. The idea is that with a light formula you get massive volume and lashes aren't weighed down. The mascara does what it says - adds volume and my lashes look longer - but somehow I'm just not <i>totally</i> into it. I really want to love it (especially as the rest of the beauty world seems to rate it) but the effect is clumpy and the slim ultra long brush just irritates me as it's awkward to use. Bad Gal Bang won't replace They're Real or Roller Lash for me so whilst I won't call it a mess Bad Gal Bang definitely got a lukewarm reception from me.<br />
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Not quite a new launch but different and 'returning' shades were recently added to the Dazzleglass lipgloss collection. It's described by MAC as "a lip colour that dazzles with light to bring an exciting dimensional pop to your lips". I'd say the real effect is more subtle but pretty nonetheless. I have 3 shades - Goldyrocks (lemon yellow), Rollergirl (taupey plum) and Tangerine Tropica (coral). There isn't much colour pay-off with the shades I have though Tangerine Tropica has more 'pop' than the other two. The formula is slightly tacky but I think this makes it fairly long-wearing (as much as lipgloss can be). I love these so I'd say they're worth the spend but I don't think any more than a couple of shades are needed as there's not much between them.<br />
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I've become that person with about 15 different foundations but I <i>had </i>to try this new offering from NARS as I have a few of their foundations already that I absolutely love. Described by NARS as "Longwear is finally lightweight—and radiant. High coverage is now super natural" with 16 hour wear <i>and </i>suitable for oily skin. Sounds too good to be true? Right off the bat it is one of the most natural-looking foundations I have and given the medium-high coverage I'm really impressed. It feels so comfortable on the skin too. The wear time is decent on my oily skin but I'm not sure about the 16 hour wear claim. I've worn it for max 12 hours - I rarely want makeup on longer than that - and technically it's still there hours later but there is a little transferring, separation and oiliness. A primer is a necessity too. The NARS Velvet Matte Skin Tint holds up better on oily skin but I love the natural look of the Radiant Longwear so I'll continue to use it. Despite not being so longwear, this is definitely hot and with a little blotting not a mess for me.<br />
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I've never seen a liquid eyeliner like the Rock N' Roller - a "revolutionary roller ball [which] glides ink for easy, straight, smooth lines along the lash line". The tip is a super thin disc which spins around as you move it on the skin. The applicator takes some getting used to but I love the sharpness of the lines it creates. The formula dries quickly too and it doesn't budge. It comes in 3 shades currently Bronze Patina (copper), Golden Rosé (rose gold), Black Moon (black). I have the two metallic shades which are both absolutely beautiful but Golden Rosé isn't hugely noticeable on my medium-toned skin as I think it's too close in tone. I'd definitely buy these if they brought out more metallic shades and maybe some bright or pastel colours.<br />
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I'm a big fan of the Always on Matte Liquid Lipsticks and now there's 24 new metallic, nude and bold shades making a total of 40 different tones to choose from. Smashbox say they're a "comfortable matte liquid lipstick...created in our L.A. photo studio to stay put all day on set". The pigmentation is beautiful and it's my favourite matte liquid lipstick formula. It applies super creamy and dries matte but not dry. It lasts, not quite as long as the 8 hour claim, but I'm not too fussed about having to touch up my lip colour. I have a few of the bold purple and green shades which are stunning but realistically I'm unlikely to wear them as I'm quite safe with lip colours. The metallics pictured are my ideal with Vino Noir (metallic burgundy) and XO, Vlada (rose gold with gold pearl) being my favourites. The metallics are a softer matte and I love them so much I'll be grabbing the shade Carat Stick (metallic orange).<br />
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I get a lot of questions on how to get really defined curls which is really just a matter of the method you apply product so I've gone through what I do quickly in this video over on my YouTube channel</div>
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Switched up my everyday makeup routine to accommodate mostly Fenty Beauty products seeing as it's one of my favourite beauty brands at the moment. </div>
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I'm protective styling as much as possible for the rest of the cold season to help keep my hair more moisturised (more on what else I'm doing <b><a href="https://freshlengths.blogspot.co.uk/2018/02/hair-combat-dry-winter-strands.html" target="_blank">here</a></b>). Even though it's now March, Spring is currently on hold in London with the arrival of a lot of (surprisingly) snowy weather! I've been looking back at a few ways I've styled my hair protectively in the past as a result and thought I'd share a mix of examples here. This is not an exhaustive list, wigs and extensions are also great protective styles but I left them out as it's been a very long time since I've tried either but hopefully the below gives you a few ideas when you're trying your next protective style.<br />
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The key to protective styling is compacting your hair together in some way so it's more protected than if it was left hanging completely free and the more covered the better. Some of the hairstyles here are super easy to do whilst others require a bit more skill but the beauty of protective styling is it doesn't have to be complicated.<br />
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I like to keep things simple, so I tend to wear buns the most occasionally switching it up with braids or a mix of the two. My favourite protective hairstyle I've done recently is faux locs (below) which I'd never tried before and it's the easiest wholly protective hairstyle I've done so I'll be more experimental in the future.<br />
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I'm the first to admit that London Fashion Week (LFW) used to scare me. No, really. I've never taken fashion (or myself) <i>too</i> seriously - I just wear what I want and what makes me feel comfortable, not necessarily what's on trend. I know that whole last sentence is like a cardinal sin in the fashion world and because of my nonchalant attitude towards what's fashionable I've avoided the shows in past. Having now attended a lot more LFW shows, snooped on some of the backstage action and indulged in the buzz away from the catwalks I've really enjoyed it. It's not just for the fashion-obsessed and the best part for me has been meeting with other bloggers and getting to know them better in person (rather than just through stalking them on the 'gram).<br />
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As I've taken a pretty chilled approach to the shows and everything in between, I've not been travelling with much more the essentials - phone, keys, camera, lipgloss (obviously) - and Colette by Colette Hayman came through with a few bags** to keep me covered over the past few days. My favourite style is this red <b><a href="https://colettehayman.co.uk/collections/backpacks/products/biana-quilt-backpack-2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Biana Quilt Backpack</a></b> which added some colour to this otherwise monochrome outfit.<br />
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<b>Full outfit details:</b> Denim Jacket - <b><a href="http://www.asos.com/levis-line-8/levis-line-8-trucker-jacket/prd/8943995?clr=classicblackl8&SearchQuery=levis%20jacket&gridcolumn=2&gridrow=5&gridsize=4&pge=1&pgesize=72&totalstyles=49" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Levis</a></b>* | T-Shirt - <b><a href="https://shop.kseniaschnaider.com/collections/tops/products/100-basic-t-shirt" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ksenia Schnaider</a></b>* | Jeans - <b><a href="https://www.stories.com/gb/Ready-to-wear/Jeans/Tapered_Ankle_Jeans/106050892-0572351001.2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">& Other Stories</a></b> | Sneakers -<b><a href="https://www.footasylum.com/nike-air-force-1-low-trainer-008939/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Nike</a></b> | Earrings & Backpack - <a href="https://colettehayman.co.uk/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><b>Colette By Colette Hayman </b></a></div>
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The past month has been rough on my curls. I think back-to-back 'Wash & Go’s’, neglecting my haircare habits coupled with the crisp winter air are the main culprits. I know how to keep my hair in good condition in cold weather but I haven’t lately. At all. In truth I’ve been lazy since I completed my transition to natural in 2016. I rarely use heat and I don’t use chemicals so I was lulled into a false sense of security. How could I have damaged hair? I don’t<i> do</i> anything to it - but that’s precisely the problem. My laziness made me forget the impact a little TLC can do to winter-beaten strands.<br />
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What I've noticed is that I was far better at caring for my relaxed hair and in looking back I've realised there's a few areas I’ve slipped up, especially during these colder months. There’s 5 ways I’ll be taking steps to prevent chronically dry strands for the rest of the winter and if your hair is suffering too, give the following a try. <br />
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<b>Have a winter routine</b><br />
Having set steps on how and when to care for hair and switching it up depending on the season will help eliminate dryness. I was so regimented with my routine when I had relaxed hair and during winter protective styles were key, I cleansed once a week with shampoo and never without following with a masque or treatment to keep my hair hydrated, moisturised daily, limited direct heat to no more than once a month to prevent drying my hair out further and spaced out relaxer services for several months. It sounds like a lot but once you have a routine in place it becomes like second-nature. Since becoming natural I gradually lost consistency with what I used or did to my hair and I stopped adjusting for the season but I've now created a new routine for my curly hair which includes most of the below points (I'll share the full details in another post).<br />
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<b>Get that daily hydration </b><br />
I’m just not talking about drinking enough water everyday (which I'm definitely trying to do more of). There’s several ways to inject moisture back into dry hair during the colder months but my main focus has been using a daily moisturiser. This is where I’ve slacked most but being consistent with adding a little moisture each day makes a huge difference by the end of the week during the winter. In general I like to keep any daily moisturising light as my hair gets build up easily so I tend to use water-based sprays and milks. If your hair needs less just use a light oil whilst the hair is damp to seal in moisture and if your hair tends to need more layer products or apply thicker, buttery moisturisers which are longer-lasting on very dry porous hair.<br />
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<b>Treatments and masques</b><br />
When it comes to wash day I’m usually pretty good with sticking to only using gentle moisturising shampoo and conditioning formulas which my hair love. However, what I haven’t been doing as regularly are pre shampoo treatments and intensive conditioning masques after shampooing to counteract the impact of the cold - but these can make the biggest difference. You can do both for maximum moisture or use one or the other depending on your needs. Applying treatments before shampooing tends to work better for fine hair which can get build up easily and masques after shampooing can be more effective on porous or thicker hair but it really depends on what products are being used. I like to use lighter natural oils as a pre shampoo treatment and I’ll mix my favourites together and warm them up - I love Jojoba, Coconut and Avocado. I then saturate my hair in the oils and let it sit for at least 15 minutes or I'll leave it in overnight and wash out the next day to save time in the morning. This means when I come to shampoo my hair feels like butter and detangles like a dream (no, really). It makes my wash day routine a breeze and if I finish off with a hydrating mask it’s the ultimate for a happy hydrated fro. <br />
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<b>Try protective styling </b><br />
Braids, twists, weaves, wigs, buns - whatever will keep the hair tucked away from the elements will mean it’s less affected by the cold weather and it’ll stay moisturised for longer. I wore a lot of protective styles whilst I was relaxed and when I first became natural and looking back has made me want to try more. I recently installed crochet faux locs for the first time myself just for fun as I wasn’t sure whether I’d like them on me. The process was much easier than I thought, especially as I'm not the best when it comes to styling, but I'd love to try it again. As I often need my hair curly for photoshoots and events it's been hard to protective style as much as I would like which is why the Wash & Go’s have increased. Combine that with leaving the house with wet hair in freezing cold weather and of course my hair was going to suffer. It’s screaming at me to tuck it away it so for the rest of the winter I’ll experimenting with more protective styles as much as I can.<br />
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<b>Trim away damage</b><br />
Knowing how often to trim really depends on hair texture, condition and how it's styled. My hair is fine (but looks thick as the strands are densely packed) and it can knot and split very easily. Dryness worsens this problem so my ends can become more damaged during winter. When ends are split and damaged the only (permanent) solution is a trim and the more regular the better. Every 6-8 weeks is suggested for damaged hair but as hair becomes stronger the time between trims could be as long as 2-4 months. I was obsessed with trimming or 'dusting' (very small trims) when my hair was fully relaxed a few years ago. When the hair is straight it's so much more obvious if your ends are split, thinning or damaged so I would snip at these every month. I didn't take off much hair but enough to keep my ends neat. With curly hair it can look in good condition when it's not and curls are also more prone to splits so you really have to pay close attention to minimise damage. I can usually tell when my hair is off - the ends get super dry and can be difficult to style which I've seen a lot this winter so I got a trim this week. I definitely left it longer than I should have as my last before that was in November. My hair feels so much better already and until my hair is in better condition, I think trims every two months are needed.<br />
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Sticking to the above has already started having an impact on my strands so I'm hoping constant dryness will be a thing of the past soon!<br />
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It's been while since I've spoken about my laser hair removal progress on the blog (first posts <b><a href="http://freshlengths.blogspot.co.uk/2016/06/laser-hair-removal-at-pulse-light-clinic.html" target="_blank">here</a></b> and <b><a href="http://freshlengths.blogspot.co.uk/2016/10/update-laser-hair-removal-at-pulse.html" target="_blank">here</a></b>) but I've been continuing to have sessions every 2 months since May 2016. I had my 11th session a couple of weeks ago so decided to sum up my experience so far and answer the questions I've had regarding the treatment in the below video. </div>
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Stunna is only available in the shade Uncensored (red) which is stated to be universally flattering. A big claim but I haven't seen a skintone I haven't loved it on. It epitomises what beauty enthusiasts have come to recognise in the slew of matte liquid lipstick launches in the past two years but of course with Rihanna's unique twist. The super luxe glass packaging gives it a high end feel and upon opening I wasn't totally sure what to expect.</div>
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The consistency of the lip paint itself is quite runny but very pigmented and I've found getting a precise line is much easier if a lip liner is applied first. Little product is needed to coat the lips and it's so opaque this can cover even a dark-toned pout in one swipe. Application with the small stiff doe-foot wand takes getting used to as it’s quite short and the product is so liquidy. You have to work with it fast and I’ve found starting application in the middle of the lips first and then working outwards helps with avoiding getting too much product on the edges of the lips. What’s on the brush is usually all that’s needed for one application as whilst the consistency is thin this doesn’t seem to impact on the pigment - I rarely have to dip the wand back into the bottle for more.</div>
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The Mattemoiselle lipsticks have the feel of a typical lipstick but they're much slimmer and smaller than the standard bullet. The packaging is a cute mirrored plastic, not <i>quite </i>as luxe in feel as Stunna but still beautiful. There's an embossed 'FB' on the end of each fresh lipstick too but this disappears after one use. I like the small size but I'm not keen on the rounded shape of the lipstick - I'd prefer a pointed tip for a more precise line. </div>
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These are available in a rainbow of 14 shades which are stated by the brand to suit all moods and skintones. The shades are really varied from a hot pink to lilac and navy so it's clear a lot of different looks are being catered to. I'm quite safe with lip colours and with all of the products I've purchased from Fenty Beauty I've tried to stick to items I'll naturally use most days. Neutral pinks, reds and browns are my favourite tones to wear so I grabbed the 3 shades Ma'Damn (royal red), Freckle Fiesta (spiced terracotta) and Shawty (warm chestnut). </div>
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I'm in love with all 3 shades, the tone and pigmentation I can't fault but they don’t all perform the same. For Freckle Fiesta and Shawty the formula is super buttery and only look slightly matte once applied though this isn't as obvious in the swatches. These transfer easily because of the soft texture which doesn't bother me too much but these are described as 'all-day color'. Ma’Damn has a much drier texture and is harder to apply as it's not as smooth. It feels more matte so I thought this would last longer but it also lacks staying power. The shade of red is absolutely gorgeous but it’s very similar to Stunna. It seems like a more blue-red whereas Stunna is more of a true red in person but once they are booth applied it's only really the finish that gives away the difference as they're almost identical. </div>
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Overall, whilst these are entirely different products I do prefer one type over the other. Stunna is slightly more expensive and awkward to apply, but the pigmentation from such a little amount of product and more long-wearing ability means it outperforms the Mattemoiselle Lipsticks including Ma’Damn which is similar in tone. I feel like you get more for your money with Stunna, especially as the Mattemoiselle Lipsticks are quite small but of course it's flaw is that it's only available in red so I’d love to see more shades of this. I still love the Mattemoiselle lipsticks I have because the colours and pigmentation is beautiful. There are better mattes out there but it doesn't bother me that Shawty and Freckle Fiesta have a much smoother, buttery feel in fact I probably prefer it. I find Ma'Damn a little dry but that's what I would expect from a matte lipstick. I'd love to see some matching lip-liners added to the product collection too, especially as with all of these products a lip-liner would help increase wear-time and make creating a defined lip easier. </div>
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I've been wearing glasses since my college days after realising during one class I couldn't actually see what the tutor had written on the whiteboard. After struggling for a few days and asking the students around me if I could copy their notes, I eventually booked an appointment with an optician. My reluctance in wanting glasses stemmed from not liking a lot of the styles offered at the time and I've since been through a fair number of glasses as a result.<br />
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Most days I end up wearing contacts and reserve my glasses for when I'm at home as finding glasses that suit what I wear (which generally has a retro-feel lately) and my face shape has been a little tricky in the past. <b><a href="https://www.specsavers.co.uk/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Specsavers</a></b> got in touch about their <b>Tommy Hilfiger</b> glasses collection* recently and I was instantly drawn to these tortoiseshell glasses. They give me the vintage feel I've been after, work with a lot of my outfits and are comfortable to wear.<br />
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It's been a while since I've seen my legs (or they've seen heels) but it was great to have an excuse to dress up recently for the Capital FM Jingle Bell Ball thanks to <b>Debenhams</b>. We had a VIP suite at the O2 to enjoy the evening's acts including Sam Smith, Craig David, Dua Lipa and Rita Ora with a festive party dress code. I'm so indecisive when trying to pick an outfit for an evening so it was good to have such a huge selection of <b><a href="http://www.debenhams.com/women/dresses/party-going-out" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">party dresses</a></b> both online and in-store - so whether you want sparkles or something a more understated, you're covered.<br />
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Red has been <i>my</i> colour this season - it is Christmas afterall - so I wore this red lace gown by Chi Chi London. I love the off-the-shoulder detail most - it's the only way I've been able to show a little skin in this cold lately! I paired it with these heeled velvet boots and black Dune bag with gold detailing and the new Fenty Beauty Stunna Lip Paint to give the look a kick - go bold or go home right?<br />
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I'm not sure when it happened but I'm now so unorganised when it comes to gifting. I've become the leave all the shopping 'til Christmas eve kinda gal, which can be stressful, but I have a few tricks when it comes to doing gifting last-minute. I like to rely on solid favourites I know a lot of people love, I tend to work off giving what I'd love to receive and if it comes already gift-wrapped, even better.<br />
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It's no secret I'm a lip colour obsessive and currently my addiction is of the gloss variety. I tend to go for a more natural look in general so I always gravitate towards neutral shades. It's often hard for me to pick just one favourite (of anything) so here's 5 I'm obsessed with.<br />
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I picked this gloss up on a whim whilst browsing the plethora of makeup in Sephora whilst in New York. Without knowing much about the brand I felt the urge to buy it which is unusual for me as I tend to research something to death before I part with my coins. This is a glassy gloss - no glitter or shimmer - and it has a plumping effect so it leaves a slight tingle on the lips. My lips are naturally full but this does make them more plump. The colour pay-off on my deep-toned lips is subtle and natural-looking.<br />
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<b><a href="https://www.glossier.com/products/lip-gloss" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Glossier Lip Gloss in Transparent</a> (£11/4.2ml)</b>*<br />
The ultimate super shiny transparent gloss. I've talked about my love for this already in a separate post exclusively on <b><a href="http://freshlengths.blogspot.co.uk/2017/10/the-uk-just-got-glossier.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Glossier</a></b> products so I'll keep this short and sweet. It's hyped for good reason. My lips feel like butter with this on and it lasts pretty darn well (for a gloss).<br />
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<b><a href="https://www.harveynichols.com/brand/fenty-beauty/644914-gloss-bomb-universal-lip-luminizer/p2986093/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fenty Beauty Gloss Bomb Universal Lip Luminzer in Fenty Glow</a> (£16/9ml)</b><br />
Another I've already gushed about in my <b><a href="http://freshlengths.blogspot.co.uk/2017/09/fenty-beauty.html" target="_blank">Fenty Beauty</a></b> review back in September which was love at first swatch. It's described by the brand as universally flattering and the *ahem* 'unicorn of nudes' which is a mighty claim but the Fenty gloss does not disappoint. It's a non-sticky, long-lasting, shiny, slightly shimmery, rose-tinted bottle of pure genius (hence my infatuation).<br />
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The newest member of my lip gloss arsenal and the most opaque of the products here. I love this most as my lips are two-toned and this shade is pigmented enough to even out the tone and still look natural.<br />
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The liquid chrome gloss has a lot more impact than the others featured here as it has a golden metallic feel. This particular shade Nova has the chrome effect but is still super wearable for everyday and gives makeup looks a pop without feeling too over done.<br />
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<b><a href="https://www.glossier.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Glossier</a></b> started shipping to the UK earlier this month through their website and as they have their own warehouse here there's no long waits for deliveries or customs charges. The time to freak out is now.<br />
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I've already given a quick run-down of the brand in <b><a href="http://freshlengths.blogspot.co.uk/2017/07/glossier-is-coming-to-uk.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">this</a></b> post but in short there's two important things you need to know about Glossier. Skincare is <i>essential</i>, makeup is secondary. Founder Emily Weiss has created a brand that's beauty stripped back with products that are easy to use in a simplified regime.<br />
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The products are good quality, neatly packed (hello pink-accented packaging) and the pricing is fair for the quality. Each product is designed to enhance your natural beauty - it's intended to be killer skincare and products to nail that 'no makeup makeup' look. Whilst the range is small there's still over 20 products to explore (and that's not counting the different shades) so I've been trying to really get to grips with as much of the range as possible over the past couple of months to really suss out what's worth purchasing.<br />
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<b>The skincare </b><br />
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I've always taken a simple approach to skincare. My ideal is an uncomplicated routine with quality products which work the way they claim they will. So far I feel like Glossier deliver on those aspects but I feel like they're targeted mostly to a particular skin type - dry with not many other skin concerns.<br />
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<b><a href="https://www.glossier.com/products/milky-jelly-cleanser" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Milky Jelly Cleanser</a> (£15/177ml)*</b><br />
It's a pH balanced gel cleanser to remove impurities without irritating or drying out the skin. Interestingly it contains poloxamer which is a mild cleansing agent found in contact lens solution - so this product is safe to use around the eyes to remove eye makeup. It feels so gentle on the skin, leaving it fresh and clean afterwards but without that squeaky, tight feeling. It's a good cleanser but it's not the best makeup remover. I've found removing my mascara separately first is easier. I also always double cleanse in the evenings to ensure all traces of my makeup are gone, so I often use this after another cleanser.<br />
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<b><a href="https://www.glossier.com/products/priming-moisturizer" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Priming Moisturizer</a> (£18/50ml)*</b><br />
It's stated to provide the ideal base for skin before makeup. It contains hyaluronic acid and mushroom plant extract to add moisture and plump the skin for a dewy finish. Tea and honey also soothes redness and calms the skin. It's a very hydrating moisturiser with a lightweight texture which you can build up as much as you need. It isn't tacky - it just leaves the skin soft and smooth. I like it but not enough for it to replace another 2-in-1 priming moisturiser I use from another brand which feels lighter and more ideal for my oily-prone skin.<br />
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<b><a href="https://www.glossier.com/products/super-pure" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Super Pure Serum</a> (£24/15ml)*</b><br />
Glossier has 3 skincare serums, the Super Pure contains niacinamide (Vitamin B3) and zinc which soothes redness and helps remove impurities as it's primarily for breakout-prone skin. I've now been using this instead of a couple of other products I have containing vitamin B3 for the past couple of weeks but I still think it's too early on to tell how much of an impact this serum has had yet. With other similar products I've seen decent results on congested skin but nothing extraordinary. I still get spots, they're just not lingering around as long as they can do so I'm hoping this serum will give better results. <br />
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<b><a href="https://www.glossier.com/products/soothing-face-mist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Soothing Face Mist</a> (£15/118ml)*</b><br />
I use a lot of face mists to prep skin before moisturising and to refresh during the day. It's key ingredients are rosewater, aloe vera, honeysuckle and glycerine which work together to hydrate and smooth the skin. This feels fresh on the skin, quite tingly and has a subtle herbal scent. I like it but I have other face mists which I'd use over this.<br />
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<b><a href="https://www.glossier.com/products/balm-dotcom" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Balm Dotcom</a> (£10/15ml)*</b><br />
This is a multi-purpose balm for chapped and dry skin. I have a lot of very similar products but I've been using this more as it's not overly shiny. It's great for softening dry areas but I tend to only really use these types of balms on my lips. I mostly apply a thick layer before bed and when I wake up my lips feel so smooth. The original version is what I've been using most which is unscented / unflavoured but it's available in Coconut, Rose, Cherry, Mint and Birthday too. I picked up the latter recently and as it's inspired by Milk Bar's cake it's smells like vanilla and it contains a subtle shimmer, need I say more?<br />
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<b><a href="https://www.glossier.com/products/moisturizing-moon-mask" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Moon Moisturising Mask </a>(£18/90ml)*</b><br />
It's a hydrating treatment formulated with sweet almond oil, plant-based squalane, and hyaluronic acid. I use masks regularly for a serious skin pick-me-up and I have so many I love that this had big competition. I've tried this mask 3 times, twice after exfoliating with the PMD* (a device which sloughs off dead skin cells from the outer most layer of the skin) and this was<i> the</i> perfect combination. Each time I applied a thick layer onto damp skin. The product is creamy but gradually seems to sink into the skin after 20 minutes. After rinsing thoroughly my skin is always the softest I've ever experienced after using any kind of mask and I'm so impressed with this product I'd definitely buy it when it runs out.<br />
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<b>The Makeup</b><br />
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Throughout the summer I adopted a minimal makeup routine and I felt like my skin was generally less irritated and looked better for it. Most days I skipped foundation and tried to stick to using just the below products and a bit of mascara. My makeup was nothing over the top and the goal was always just beautifully glowing skin - sounds simple but difficult to nail without the right products.<br />
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<b><a href="https://www.glossier.com/products/haloscope" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Haloscope Highlighter</a> in Quartz (£18/5.5g)*</b><br />
I have nothing like this dual-formula stick. The outer ring contains crystal extracts (yes you read that correctly, actual crystals) and the oil core contains vitamins and moisturisers. It's the ideal non-glittery highlight for that dewy, lit from within effect. It looks absolutely beautiful swiped onto bare cheekbones - which is mostly how I wore it during the summer. Now it's colder I've been wearing foundation more often again and I find the Haloscope shifts around anything underneath if applied straight from the stick so I prefer to dab it on with my fingers. The result is a subtle glow and I really love that it's not immediately obvious I'm wearing this. This shade Quartz is probably the most universal but there's also Moonstone ideal for lighter skintones and Topaz for darker skintones.<br />
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<b><a href="https://www.glossier.com/products/stretch-concealer" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Stretch Concealer</a> in Dark (£15/5ml)*</b><br />
It's referred to as 'stretch' concealer as it contains micro waxes which are meant to move with your face so there's no cakiness. It feels flexible on the skin and ultra moisturising that it leaves skin dewy-looking after application. This does settle into my smile lines and creases but I always find this with makeup products so I think it's a lot to do with how I apply and set products. I have a dark scar on my jaw currently and it does cover it well but at the height of summer in London (which is pretty sticky and humid) I found this slipped around on my face and didn't really set so that's just something to bear in mind. Now my skin is drier and it's colder outside it's ideal.<br />
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<b><a href="https://www.glossier.com/products/boy-brow" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Boy Brow </a>in Black (£14/3.12g)*</b><br />
I've been filling my brows in less and less lately, especially if I'm wearing my hair down as my hair covers them anyway. I like my brows to still be groomed however so this makes them look a little more polished and softly fills in some of the gaps and sparse areas. It seems very similar to Benefit's Gimme Brow which I've been using for the past couple of years but I've found myself reaching for Glossier's Boy Brow instead.<br />
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<b><a href="https://www.glossier.com/products/generation-g" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Generation G Lipstick</a> in Leo (£14/</b><b>2g)*</b><br />
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It's the lip colour for that just blotted look and uniquely both matte and sheer - not a combination I've seen together. The shade Leo is a warm cocoa brown and can be worn be different skintones as the sheerness of the product means your natural lip colour is visible and affects how the product looks on. My lips are naturally dark purple/brown around the edges and pink in the middle and this shade makes the tone of my lips more even. The result is super subtle but I really love the way it enhances my lips without it being obvious that I even have anything on.<br />
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<b><a href="https://www.glossier.com/products/lip-gloss" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Glossier Lip Gloss</a> (£11/4.2ml)* </b><br />
Glosses have been my weakness recently and I love that this gives my lips a super shine without being sticky or glittery. My lips feel buttery soft with this on - thanks to the Vitamin E in the formula - and it lasts well too even throughout eating and drinking.<br />
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Overall most of the makeup products were winners for me - they're easy to use and deliver on the type of look I like to create on a daily basis. With the skincare the emphasis is moisture - ideal but I feel there are better options out there which are more tailored to oilier skin types. I'll continue to use most of what I have but the only skincare product I'll be purchasing with absolute certainty in the future is the Moon Mask and I've already picked up the Birthday edition of the Balm Dotcom. I've also recently bought more of the makeup - the Cloud Paint blush in Dusk and the Perfecting Skin Tint (foundation) - but as these are still new I'll review them as I get to use them more in the next few months.<br />
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