My current Skin Care Routine // Summer

Hello darlings.

I haven't written an updated skin care in the longest time. I have tried and love a lot of new products since my last post and i'm excited to share my new routine with you! 

Garnier Micellar Water:

I'll start off with the first step my skin care routine, it is to first take of my makeup. I gave up with using wipes years ago i only use them when i'm travelling or i'm ill or feeling lazy, you know how it goes. I've been a long standing fan of Micellar water an i've tried a few over the years and the one i always go back to is the Garnier one. Its perfect, it dissolves makeup like a dream, no need to rinse and there's no smell or taste to it.  

Superdrug Deep Action 2in1 Detoxifying Cream Wash and Mask:

Next up washing my face, an important part! I have suffered with problem skin for quite some time, if you are a regular reader you've heard me say it a million times. One thing that was helping my skin was the contraceptive pill but now i'm pregnant (previous post) i am no longer taking it so my bad skin has come back. So deep action products like this one are really helping my skin. Plus you can always use it as a mask too which is great. 

Simple Clear Skin Exfoliator:

Similar to the previous product this one is aimed at problem skin. This exfoliator is gentle and lathers well. Its s very gentle exfoliator lots i've tried have been too harsh for my dry skin. I have always love Simple's products they are also so gentle on my skin and i think its a great product for teenagers and people with sensitive and spot prone skin. 

Vichy Aqualia Thermal Serum:

I review this products a couple months ago, it was my little splurge for finishing my dissertation and i have to say i'm so happy that i purchase it. With this product you do not need a lot, a pump or two goes a long way! The liquid drys fast, it isn't sticky or tacky so its perfect to apply first thing in the morning and to wear under makeup. It provides a smooth base and it is absorbed into the skin quickly. I haven't tried many serums so i don't have much to compare it to but i really like it.

Palmer Coco Butter Line Smoothing Eye Cream: 

Last of all eye cream. I've only just started using this product but i already love it. Its thick, creamy and rubs in beautifully. I don't think this product work miracles, it brightens eyes but i wouldn't say it helps with wrinkles if i'm honest. But as an everyday eye cream its pretty good! 

I'd love to know have you tried any of these products?

What products are part of your skin care routine? 

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The best face serum? Vichy Serum REVIEW

Hello darlings

I don't normally spend a lot of money on skincare, i've always been perfectly happy with Simple, Nivea and Superdrug's own brand, each are normally under £5 and they do the job perfectly. But since i'm getting older, i know i'm only 21 but i feel if i start looking after my skin now i'll be thankful when i'm 70. I handed my dissertation in about a month ago and i thought i'd treat myself so i went on a little shopping spree and i was looking at the Vichy skincare section in Boots. I'd heard lots of good things about the brand through bloggers and reviews so i decided to try one of their face serums. I bought the hydration for as i have sensitive and dry skin so i thought it was best matched for my age. I've been using it for about a month and i think its a good time to give it a review.

(The red is a swatch for a lip liner, its not a cut) 

What Vichy claims:

Sensitive skin needs optimal hydration to allow the skin to undergo its natural repair process. 

Introducing Our Aqualia Dynamic Hydration Serum. Intensive hydration to help soothe sensitive, dehydrated skin and restore its comfort. 

Concentrated with Thermal Spa Water and enriched with hyaluronic acid. Aqualia Thermal Serum soothes and helps protect the skin from daily aggressions. Skin is left intensely hydrated.

- Tested on sensitive skin under dermatological control

- Hypoallergenic

- No parabens

- Enriched with Vichy Thermal Spa Water

I'm going to start off by saying this is the first serum i've tried so i don't have anything to compare it to, i've been looking at them for a while but i wasn't sure which one would be right for me. As i say always i'll start with the packaging, i love it, it a sleek class bottle that looks great on my desk.

With this product you do not need a lot, a pump or two goes a long way! The liquid drys fast, it isn't sticky or tacky so its perfect to apply first thing in the morning and to wear under makeup. It provides a smooth base and it is absorbed into the skin quickly. Once it has dried it leaves a lovely texture on the skin that is silky and smooth. I personally prefer to use this at night before i go to sleep just as i prefer to have night skin care routine than a morning as i'd rather have a few minute more in bed!

It doesn't break me out of dry out my skin which i always a bonus. Its quite silicony and i don't think people will like. But apart from that i think most people will love this. My friend Sarah came with me on this shopping trip and she also bought this too but she has oily skin and shes currently loving it, so i think it works for all skin types. 

You get 30ml which will last me a long time with how little you need.

You can buy it here for £22.50

I'd love to know have you tried this?

Or any other Vichy products?

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