The Body Shop Vitamin E Moisture Cream Review

The Body Shop Vitamin E Moisture Cream* - £10/50ml

The Body Shop's Vitamin E Moisture Cream* is one of their best selling products.  Aimed at all skin types, it promises to hydrate and leave your skin looking healthy and smooth.  Whilst containing moisturising Vitamin E, this day cream also contains palm oil and lanolin to soften your skin. 

I use the Vitamin E Moisture Cream in the mornings, smoothing the light pink cream over my face and neck.  Within a few minutes the cream has sunk into my skin and I'm ready to apply my make-up.  My face feels hydrated throughout the day with this product. 

I had been concerned that the Vitamin E cream wouldn't be suitable for my oily/combination skin.  However, I've had no such issues.  I've also found that a little goes a long way, so this pot is great value for money!

What's your favourite moisturiser?

Wish List 006

Topshop Necklace  /  Barry M Jelly Nail Paint in Lychee  /  Topshop 'Happy' Shoes

New Look Cut Out Clutch  /  Revlon Photoready Cream Blush in Coral Reef  /  Lush Retread Conditioner

 

I've been loving coral and nude shades recently.  I've been completely swayed by Estee's coral makeup obsession and have been on the look out for a blush to wear with my Revlon Lip Butter in Tutti Fruitti.  The few hot days we've had have made me look forward to being able to wear bright colours and cute vintage inspired sandals...

This rose gold and pink cord statement necklace first caught my eye whilst browsing online and I fell in love with it when I saw it in-store the other week.  I love that it's such a simple yet effective piece and can imagine that it would go with a lot of different outfits.  

Barry M's Gelly nail paints have been on my radar for a while now, but somehow I've still not managed to sneak one into my nail polish drawer.  I love that the formula ensures a glossy, hi-shine finish and adore Lychee.  It's the perfect neutral cream shade.

I'm not one for wearing sandals and my feet live in ballet pumps all year round.  However, as soon as I saw Topshop's Happy shoes I fell in love!  They're so cute and would look fab teamed with a vintage summer dress.

I love the pop of colour that this New Look clutch would add to an outfit.  The cut out detail is really pretty and I think the bag would be a good match for the million white summer dresses I've seen popping up in highstreet stores.

I've heard nothing but good things about Revlon's Photoready Cream Blushers and am drawn to the (rather scary looking) Coral Reef!

I received a sample of Lush's Retread conditioner the other week and will definitely be purchasing the full size!  I applied the conditioner to dry hair as a pre-wash treatment and then shampooed as usual and used a tiny bit more conditioner to finish.  The results were amazing and my hair felt soft and smooth and lovely!  

What have you got your eye on? 

The Body Shop Mango Beautifying Oil Review

The Body Shop Mango Beautifying Oil* - £9/100ml

The Body Shop's Mango Beautifying Oil* is the perfect multi-use product.  Not only can it be used to and moisturise your skin but can be also applied to your hair to tame and smooth.  As with all Body Shop products, you can be certain that only the best natural ingredients have been used.  The base of this beautifying oil is comprised of a blend of nut oils; including sweet almond, kukui nut and marula nut oil.

I first tried this product out on my hair and applied a few drops to the ends of dry hair.  Once applied and combed through with my fingers, my hair looked smoother and healthier.  It's worth noting that I have quite dry and thick hair and a little of this product definitely goes a long way.  However, I would use with caution if you have very fine hair.

I find that my favourite way to apply this oil is onto the skin.  It sinks in so easily and doesn't feel greasy at all.  I use this on my legs and it provides light moisturisation and a luminous quality to the skin.  I can see this product working wonders in the summer.  Although it's not my favourite scent, I was pleasantly surprised by the fruity mango aroma which will be perfect for sun-drenched days too!

I've certainly been impressed by this versatile oil.  It's also available in lots of different scents.  I've got my eye on the coconut and pink grapefruit ones!

Have you tried any of the Body Shop Beautifying Oils?

Green People Scent Free Rejuvenating Eye Cream Review

Green People Scent Free Rejuvenating Eye Cream* - £9.50/10ml

I've never used an eye cream before and my first encounter has been with Green People's Rejuvenating Eye Cream*.  This organic cream is scent free and suitable for ultra-sensitive skin.  I'm very nearly in the middle of my twenties and lately I've been thinking about using skin care products with anti-ageing properties.  I've started to notice a few very fine lines around the eye area and it seemed best to tackle this first.

As always, Green People's products are full of natural goodness and this eye cream is certainly no different.  It boasts an impressive natural ingredient list.  There's jojoba and squalane to aid moisture retention.  Shea butter, avocado and evening primrose oils that enrich the skin with essential fatty acids; Omegas 3, 6 and 9.  Aloe vera, perilla oil and marshmallow extracts are calming and help combat redness and irritation - perfect for sensitive skin.  Finally, the combination of tara bush, seaweed and baicalin targets fine lines and wrinkles and promotes skin cell life.  That's a whole lot of plant power!

I apply the cream to the eye area at night, dabbing it on lightly.  You only need to use a teeny, tiny bit and I'm sure the tube is going to last me a good while.  Upon application my skin feels calm and soothed.  I have very sensitive eyes and it doesn't take much for my eyes to puff up and become sore.  With this cream, I've had no such problems.  It's perfect for those with sensitive skin who are prone to allergies and eczema.

I've been using the cream for just over two weeks now.  I would fully recommend it for anyone in their twenties.  (I'm going to be reviewing how the cream performs on more mature skin in a few weeks time, after enlisting the help of my Mum!)  I have seen an improvement in the appearance of my under eye area.  It looks plump, smooth and feels nourished and moisturised.  The very few fine lines I had are still there but maybe less pronounced due to the improved quality of the skin.

I believe no cream is ever going to perform miracles.  Laughter lines are a part of growing older and wiser and I'm prepared to fully embrace them.  However, I do think it's highly important to keep your skin looking healthy and full of moisture and Green People's Rejuvenating Eye Cream* certainly does a good job of fulfilling this brief!

Which eye cream do you use?

Carboot Finds

This weekend, I attended my first two car boot sales of the year.  Mother Nature was thankfully on my side and the weather was perfect for a good rummage!  I managed to pick up some lovely bits and bobs.  Some of them are for me and the others will be making their way into my vintage shop, Isobelle's Pantry.

I set up Isobelle's Pantry in October last year.  I've always been passionate about vintage and it just seemed right to share this with like-minded people.  The shop allows me to source and share amazing items.  I love researching them when I home to find out all about their history.  For me the stories behind the items are what makes buying (and selling) vintage so special!

The floral prints, Pyrex dish and 1950s Woman magazines will all be making an appearance on Etsy very soon; after a good clean and a photo shoot!  I adore the magazines.  Both the adverts and editorials inside are fascinating and I'm in love with that puppy on the cover!

For myself, I bought that commemorative biscuit tin from M&S.  I tried my hardest to hunt one down last year but they'd sold out everywhere.  I'm really pleased I spied this one, it's going to look perfect in my bedroom.  I also came across this Topshop nail polish in Eyes Of Steel.  It's a gorgeous silvery-pinky-lilacy shade and looks amazing in the sunshine when it's on!

Overall, I'm very happy with this week's car boot bounty and can't wait for next weekend!

Have you found any bargains at car boots lately?

P.S. You can find out more about Isobelle's Pantry here;
        On Etsy -  isobellespantry.etsy.com
        On Twitter - @isobellespantry
        On the blog - isobelles-pantry.blogspot.com

Top 5 Budget Beauty Buys

There are some amazing budget beauty steals available at the moment.  I've picked out my five favourite make-up items that can be bought for around £5 and under.  Until I planned this blog post, I really didn't  realise how many Rimmel products I owned.  They've launched some amazing items over the past few months and I'm keen to add the up-coming Kate Moss nail polishes to my ever growing Rimmel collection! 

Rimmel Stay Matte Pressed Powder in 001 Transparent - £3.99
Stay Matte has been featured on many a beauty blog and as a result there is a certain amount of hype surrounding this product.  I've been using this for a few months now and have been impressed with it's staying power.  On lighter coverage foundations, I find it mattifies the skin whilst still looking natural.  I use it sparingly on foundations with a heavier coverage as I find it cakes slightly.  Overall, for the price, it's a really great powder to have in your daily make-up collection.

Rimmel Exaggerate Eyeliner in Black - £5.29
I wear a cat flick on most days and liquid formulations are my liner of choice.  I really like the elongated felt tip nip of the Exaggerate eyeliner.  I can get a precise and even line with ease.  I know a lot of people prefer the Collection Fast Stroke, but I find that Rimmel's alternative provides a more opaque finish that lasts longer.

Natural Collection Blushed Cheeks in Pink Cloud - £1.99
I couldn't be without my trusty Natural Collection blusher.  Pink Cloud is the perfect shade for my skin tone and gives me a natural looking flush that lasts all day.  Their blushes are amazing value for money.

Collection Lasting Perfection Concealer in Fair - £4.19
Collections cult status concealer is on every beauty addicts radar, and for good reason.  The concealer is thick yet blendable, making it the perfect product for hiding any blemishes or redness.  I find that it's too heavy for the eye area but use this every day for any imperfections that I want to conceal.  I've been reluctant to repurchase MAC Pro Longwear Concealer after using this, as I find it does a similar job for a fraction of the price.

Rimmel Kate Moss Matte Lipstick in 107 - £5.49
I adore this lipstick.  The vibrant shade lasts on the lips for ages and despite being a matte formulation, it doesn't feel as drying as other matte lipsticks I've tried.  I'm keen to try out more of the shades in the range; the light pink 101 has caught my eye.

What are your budget beauty favourites?

A Weekend Away

This weekend, I travelled to the other end of the country to spend the weekend with family in the town where I grew up.  I muddied my wellies, found bargains in charity shops and listened to stories about my Grandma's time in the Land Army.  It was so good to get away, to breathe Yorkshire air into my lungs and spend time with people who I really don't see often enough.  A happy weekend indeed!

I hope you had a wonderful weekend too!