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Sofia Latif Face Oil.

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Elemis Peptide 4 Night Recovery Cream Oil.

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Glow Recipe.

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✨✨ 💗 Nights 💗✨✨ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ This is my week of night routines . ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Photo 1 - Simple retinol routine for 2 nights. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Photo 2- Double cleanse with @deviantskincare for the first time 🥰 then some PHA masking , hydration, peptides & moisturiser. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Photo 3 - All the exfoliation night . ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Photo 4 - Back to retinol for 2 nights. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Photo 5 - Putting all the calming face loving ingredients on tonight 🥰🥰. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ And that my friends is what happens to my face on a regular basis. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Will be doing reviews on new products very soon. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ *The Super Peptides Serum was gifted by @goodmolecules and the H.A Intensifier was won in a giveaway by @skinceuticalsau . ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Hope you’re all having a wonderful weekend will share what I used during the day tomorrow ♥️😘 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
✨💗 Cleansers 💗✨ Hi everyone I thought I’d join in with the #skinfavoriteschallenge hosted by @growintoyourglow & @my.beautyinsideout ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ And this week it’s cleansers , I have a uncommonly dirty face and as such buy up to 6 cleansers at any one time . ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ There are probably only 3 or 4 in the last few years that I haven’t loved . ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Today I’m sharing all the ones I’ve loved and that I have either repurchased or will repurchase. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ The main photo is of The Honey Mud from @maylindstromskin my most frequently repurchased Cleanser/Mask ever and I’m longing for the newest iteration of this heavenly face hug in goo form to be released. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Other honourable mentions to @joshrosebrook @jordansamuelskin @mahalo.care @leahlaniskincare @infiorebeauty @drunkelephant @h_is_for_love @demamielskin @pestleandmortarcosmetics @oskiaskincare @rationale . Happy Thursday Everyone ♥️😘
✨💗 New In P.R 💗✨ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Had a lovely local brand @cannabella_au reach out and ask if I’d like to try some products recently in exchange for a review. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I said yes please and in no time at all these mini treats arrived . ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I’ll be trying the Renewal Serum & Hemp Jelly . Very excited to incorporate these into my routines and then share my thoughts with you once they’re all finished. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Have you tried many hemp seed oil beauty products before ? ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Take care everyone ♥️😘
✨💗 New In 💗✨ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I finally went for it and picked up the Cleansing Concentrate from @deviantskincare ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I think the reason it took me so long is because it was made by someone I call a friend and when it was released I was in a “If it doesn’t smell like flowers I’m not interested “ phase . ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ As my knowledge and tastes have both broadened I knew it was time to welcome this beauty into my life and I cannot wait to use it for the first time 🤗🥰🤗. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Also thank you to trusted friends and their reviews which helped me decide. @goalstogetglowing currently has a giveaway live on her feed you must check out !!!! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Take care everyone ♥️😘
✨💗Ears have feelings 💗✨ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Thought I’d share some photos of a giveaway I recently won from a boutique Australian jeweller @pepperberryandpinestudio . ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ These 2 beautiful pairs of earrings were chosen for me by their creator who you may know as @vivienne_austen ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I think they are perfect in every way and will definitely be purchasing exquisite treats from them in future. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Instead of sharing my ears I decided to pierce some roses so you can see how they drop, eventually I’ll share me wearing them I promise. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ My deepest gratitude to Vivienne & @pepperberryandpinestudio Hope you’re all having a wonderful weekend ♥️😘.
✨💗 Skin Break 💗✨ So was in the mood for a super chilled few days both on the surface and emotionally. My skin and spirit are back to a balance that I didn’t realise was necessary until I woke up on Saturday and just couldn’t be bothered. My skincare routines are one of the best indicators to how I’m feeling within. Rewarded myself with flowers as a visual comfort. I hope you’re all well and I’ll catch up with your posts very soon. ♥️😘♥️😘
✨💗 Week Nights 💗✨ After sharing my weeks morning routines thought I’d share my nights . ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Its basically an homage to Retinol as young as I feel occasionally my skin likes to interrupt that with reality (Very Rude) ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ As you can see I still use a truckload of products to buffer and soothe . Also went with 2 acid nights this week a toner and a mask . Will be sharing thoughts on the new products soon. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I love to layer 🙌 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Hope you all have a wonderful weekend and if you have any questions please let me know ♥️😘.
✨💗 Mornings 💗✨ Thought I’d share what my mornings have looked liked this week. I’m masking nearly everyday because I love it 🥰 I’ll be taking it super easy on weekends and will share tomorrow what products I’ll use for skin chill time. The last photo is of what’s also in my routines. The first 5 photos are the extras. Take care everyone and let me know if you have any questions ♥️😘.
✨💗 Makeup 💗✨ . . So a little while ago Sephora had a 20% off sale and around that time @lezelasrie had shared about new Shimmer Stick shades from @fentybeauty . . Naturally that led me to try some things and they had some mini sets so I picked up the Eye Primer & Liner set as well as the Bronzer & Cognac Shimmer Stick set . ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Also thought I’d try the new brow pencil I got the shade black/brown. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ So far I’m liking everything and the eyeliner is so easy to use 🙌 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I’m a little annoyed that i didn’t pick up the hydrating foundation as I really enjoyed the sample . ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Do you have any Fenty favourites? ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Happy Thursday everyone ♥️😘 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
✨💗 Morning Prep & Finish 💗✨ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Thought I’d share some pre shower and final steps before I dress for the day. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I body brush every morning and really love this brush from @goop I find it firm but not scratchy . ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Once a week I will Acid tone my body currently using the @youthtothepeople Kombucha & 11% Aha . Then after coffee I pop in the shower. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I will then do my skincare routine once finished I use The Body Cream from @augustinusbader I’m obsessed with it . ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ By this time my skincare is fully absorbed then I apply Supreme Screen 50+ and Sheen Screen Lip Balm 30+ in the shade peach from @ultravioletteau . Shoutout to @ms_hannah_e & @dirtyboysgetclean for their helpful daily reminders . Follow them & their hashtag #todaysspf to get great recs from the entire community. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Then makeup if I’m wearing it , do my hair and get dressed. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ There is nothing better than starting the day feeling pampered and protected ♥️🤗♥️. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ How do you start your day ? ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Do you go full pamper when time allows? ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Happy Wednesday everyone ♥️😘. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
✨💗 Monday Routines 💗✨ Wanted to relax on all levels yesterday. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ So went in with this super easy yet luxurious routine in the morning starting with @africanbotanics Fleur de Rose Cream Cleanser then a few drops of Rose Plus Booster* from @mvskincare and a dollop of @glowrecipe Avocado Melt Sleeping Mask. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ The second photo was my evening routine. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Did a double cleanse with @skinesis Ultimate Cleanse then Rapid Radiance Cleanser. Some exfoliation with the @youthtothepeople Kombucha & 11% aha toner. Finished with 2 pumps of The Rich Cream from @augustinusbader . ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I hope you all had a Monday that was swift and gentle. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Take care everyone ♥️😘.
✨💗 Good Genes 💗✨ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ This has become one of my favourite combinations , I decided to try the @drdennisgross Ferulic & Retinol Peel Pads then follow with @sundayriley Good Genes. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ The reason I thought this would be good is because a few of the Retinol’s I’ve really enjoyed have also included lactic acid namely the Dr Dennis Gross Retinol which was the first Retinol I ever used. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I do this combination once a week and have always woken up to soft glowing skin . ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I also keep this routine very simple. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Double Cleanse with @skinesis Ultimate Cleanse followed by @katesomervilleskincare Goat Milk Cleanser. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Then the peel pad I wait a few minutes then apply one pump of Good Genes, occasionally I’ll add a moisturiser before bed . ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Hope you’re all having a great night ♥️😘 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
✨💗 Saturday Morning 💗✨ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Was in the mood for masking and a gentle acid cleanse today . ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ First photo is today’s extras and the second is the daily musts. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ The Rapid Radiance Cleanser from @skinesis is a gentle lactic & clay formulation that I leave on for a few minutes. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Then for gentle brightening @mahalo.care The Petal which I left on for 30 minutes and removed in the shower . ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ After all my serums and eye cream has absorbed I used a full dropper of B5 Rose Serum from @house_of_immortelle ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Then misted with. @maylindstromskin The Jasmine Garden before mixing a few drops of @mvskincare Daily Soother Booster into my moisturiser. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ So basically I’m a big fan of a long , luxurious routine in the morning. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Do you enjoy long routines when time permits? ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Happy Weekend everyone ♥️😘 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
✨💗 Evening 💗✨ Hi everyone, thought it was time to share the 4 products that I’m including in every night routine. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ All 4 are new to me and range in price from “Woohoo” to “Do I really need a kidney?” ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ So looking forward to sharing my thoughts on all of them in time . ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Left - Right . @muradskincare Prebiotic 3 in 1 Multi Mist . @augustinusbader The Rich Cream. @skinceuticalsau H.A Intensifier * (won in giveaway). @goodmolecules Super Peptide Serum* (gifted for review). ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ So apart from these products I will be alternating cleansers, masks , acids and treatment serums. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Please let me know if you have tried any of these or if you have specific questions you’d like me to address in my reviews. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Take care everyone and I’m looking forward to catching up on your posts ♥️😘.
The Clean Beauty Movement ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Firstly I find calling it “Clean “ problematic as it obviously states that everything a group of people don't like is “ Dirty “ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ It feels like an ideology which again I find problematic as many of the loudest voices within that movement also speak of inclusion and yet the tenets of their beliefs are by their very nature exclusionary. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I am massively for education and transparency but I do sometimes find the information being shared quite misleading at times by the omission of context , everything can sound frightening and dangerous without context. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Diversity is also a word bandied about and yet quite often the shade ranges, marketing and P.R lists also speak to the opposite of that. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Also the environment is spoken of a lot , yet many products come in glass and layers of wrapping and cardboard packaging which I understand consumers expect considering the prices but perhaps you need to explain why your commitment doesn't extend to correcting that. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ . Also the procurement of these natural ingredients , how far do the ethics extend ? Do they go so far as to ensure that all people in the chain are paid a fair living wage ? Is the impact to local communities considered and how so ?. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ And the talk about how a fully organic lifestyle can cure all manner of ills , well before we had all of these processed foods and “chemicals” people only ate organic and the life expectancy wasn't great . Thanks to scientific advances i.e. medicines & vaccines that has grown exponentially so lets stop with “ Toxic “ ‘Chemicals are Bad ” B.S please. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ If you are going to use language that instills fear in others over their choices that don't align with yours then please make sure you're in fact fulfilling all of the moral expectations you are demanding of others. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I know some are going to say not all brands and I agree, as you can see if you look at how many green beauty choices I make. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Rant Over lol. Any thoughts ?
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✨✨ 💗 Nights 💗✨✨ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ This is my week of night routines . ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Photo 1 - Simple retinol routine for 2 nights. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Photo 2- Double cleanse with @deviantskincare for the first time 🥰 then some PHA masking , hydration, peptides & moisturiser. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Photo 3 - All the exfoliation night . ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Photo 4 - Back to retinol for 2 nights. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Photo 5 - Putting all the calming face loving ingredients on tonight 🥰🥰. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ And that my friends is what happens to my face on a regular basis. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Will be doing reviews on new products very soon. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ *The Super Peptides Serum was gifted by @goodmolecules and the H.A Intensifier was won in a giveaway by @skinceuticalsau . ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Hope you’re all having a wonderful weekend will share what I used during the day tomorrow ♥️😘 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
✨💗 Cleansers 💗✨ Hi everyone I thought I’d join in with the #skinfavoriteschallenge hosted by @growintoyourglow & @my.beautyinsideout ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ And this week it’s cleansers , I have a uncommonly dirty face and as such buy up to 6 cleansers at any one time . ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ There are probably only 3 or 4 in the last few years that I haven’t loved . ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Today I’m sharing all the ones I’ve loved and that I have either repurchased or will repurchase. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ The main photo is of The Honey Mud from @maylindstromskin my most frequently repurchased Cleanser/Mask ever and I’m longing for the newest iteration of this heavenly face hug in goo form to be released. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Other honourable mentions to @joshrosebrook @jordansamuelskin @mahalo.care @leahlaniskincare @infiorebeauty @drunkelephant @h_is_for_love @demamielskin @pestleandmortarcosmetics @oskiaskincare @rationale . Happy Thursday Everyone ♥️😘
✨💗 New In P.R 💗✨ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Had a lovely local brand @cannabella_au reach out and ask if I’d like to try some products recently in exchange for a review. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I said yes please and in no time at all these mini treats arrived . ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I’ll be trying the Renewal Serum & Hemp Jelly . Very excited to incorporate these into my routines and then share my thoughts with you once they’re all finished. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Have you tried many hemp seed oil beauty products before ? ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Take care everyone ♥️😘
✨💗 New In 💗✨ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I finally went for it and picked up the Cleansing Concentrate from @deviantskincare ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I think the reason it took me so long is because it was made by someone I call a friend and when it was released I was in a “If it doesn’t smell like flowers I’m not interested “ phase . ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ As my knowledge and tastes have both broadened I knew it was time to welcome this beauty into my life and I cannot wait to use it for the first time 🤗🥰🤗. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Also thank you to trusted friends and their reviews which helped me decide. @goalstogetglowing currently has a giveaway live on her feed you must check out !!!! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Take care everyone ♥️😘
✨💗Ears have feelings 💗✨ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Thought I’d share some photos of a giveaway I recently won from a boutique Australian jeweller @pepperberryandpinestudio . ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ These 2 beautiful pairs of earrings were chosen for me by their creator who you may know as @vivienne_austen ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I think they are perfect in every way and will definitely be purchasing exquisite treats from them in future. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Instead of sharing my ears I decided to pierce some roses so you can see how they drop, eventually I’ll share me wearing them I promise. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ My deepest gratitude to Vivienne & @pepperberryandpinestudio Hope you’re all having a wonderful weekend ♥️😘.
✨💗 Skin Break 💗✨ So was in the mood for a super chilled few days both on the surface and emotionally. My skin and spirit are back to a balance that I didn’t realise was necessary until I woke up on Saturday and just couldn’t be bothered. My skincare routines are one of the best indicators to how I’m feeling within. Rewarded myself with flowers as a visual comfort. I hope you’re all well and I’ll catch up with your posts very soon. ♥️😘♥️😘
✨💗 Week Nights 💗✨ After sharing my weeks morning routines thought I’d share my nights . ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Its basically an homage to Retinol as young as I feel occasionally my skin likes to interrupt that with reality (Very Rude) ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ As you can see I still use a truckload of products to buffer and soothe . Also went with 2 acid nights this week a toner and a mask . Will be sharing thoughts on the new products soon. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I love to layer 🙌 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Hope you all have a wonderful weekend and if you have any questions please let me know ♥️😘.
✨💗 Mornings 💗✨ Thought I’d share what my mornings have looked liked this week. I’m masking nearly everyday because I love it 🥰 I’ll be taking it super easy on weekends and will share tomorrow what products I’ll use for skin chill time. The last photo is of what’s also in my routines. The first 5 photos are the extras. Take care everyone and let me know if you have any questions ♥️😘.
✨💗 Makeup 💗✨ . . So a little while ago Sephora had a 20% off sale and around that time @lezelasrie had shared about new Shimmer Stick shades from @fentybeauty . . Naturally that led me to try some things and they had some mini sets so I picked up the Eye Primer & Liner set as well as the Bronzer & Cognac Shimmer Stick set . ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Also thought I’d try the new brow pencil I got the shade black/brown. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ So far I’m liking everything and the eyeliner is so easy to use 🙌 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I’m a little annoyed that i didn’t pick up the hydrating foundation as I really enjoyed the sample . ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Do you have any Fenty favourites? ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Happy Thursday everyone ♥️😘 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
✨💗 Morning Prep & Finish 💗✨ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Thought I’d share some pre shower and final steps before I dress for the day. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I body brush every morning and really love this brush from @goop I find it firm but not scratchy . ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Once a week I will Acid tone my body currently using the @youthtothepeople Kombucha & 11% Aha . Then after coffee I pop in the shower. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I will then do my skincare routine once finished I use The Body Cream from @augustinusbader I’m obsessed with it . ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ By this time my skincare is fully absorbed then I apply Supreme Screen 50+ and Sheen Screen Lip Balm 30+ in the shade peach from @ultravioletteau . Shoutout to @ms_hannah_e & @dirtyboysgetclean for their helpful daily reminders . Follow them & their hashtag #todaysspf to get great recs from the entire community. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Then makeup if I’m wearing it , do my hair and get dressed. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ There is nothing better than starting the day feeling pampered and protected ♥️🤗♥️. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ How do you start your day ? ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Do you go full pamper when time allows? ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Happy Wednesday everyone ♥️😘. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
✨💗 Monday Routines 💗✨ Wanted to relax on all levels yesterday. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ So went in with this super easy yet luxurious routine in the morning starting with @africanbotanics Fleur de Rose Cream Cleanser then a few drops of Rose Plus Booster* from @mvskincare and a dollop of @glowrecipe Avocado Melt Sleeping Mask. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ The second photo was my evening routine. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Did a double cleanse with @skinesis Ultimate Cleanse then Rapid Radiance Cleanser. Some exfoliation with the @youthtothepeople Kombucha & 11% aha toner. Finished with 2 pumps of The Rich Cream from @augustinusbader . ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I hope you all had a Monday that was swift and gentle. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Take care everyone ♥️😘.
✨💗 Good Genes 💗✨ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ This has become one of my favourite combinations , I decided to try the @drdennisgross Ferulic & Retinol Peel Pads then follow with @sundayriley Good Genes. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ The reason I thought this would be good is because a few of the Retinol’s I’ve really enjoyed have also included lactic acid namely the Dr Dennis Gross Retinol which was the first Retinol I ever used. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I do this combination once a week and have always woken up to soft glowing skin . ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I also keep this routine very simple. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Double Cleanse with @skinesis Ultimate Cleanse followed by @katesomervilleskincare Goat Milk Cleanser. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Then the peel pad I wait a few minutes then apply one pump of Good Genes, occasionally I’ll add a moisturiser before bed . ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Hope you’re all having a great night ♥️😘 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
✨💗 Saturday Morning 💗✨ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Was in the mood for masking and a gentle acid cleanse today . ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ First photo is today’s extras and the second is the daily musts. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ The Rapid Radiance Cleanser from @skinesis is a gentle lactic & clay formulation that I leave on for a few minutes. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Then for gentle brightening @mahalo.care The Petal which I left on for 30 minutes and removed in the shower . ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ After all my serums and eye cream has absorbed I used a full dropper of B5 Rose Serum from @house_of_immortelle ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Then misted with. @maylindstromskin The Jasmine Garden before mixing a few drops of @mvskincare Daily Soother Booster into my moisturiser. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ So basically I’m a big fan of a long , luxurious routine in the morning. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Do you enjoy long routines when time permits? ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Happy Weekend everyone ♥️😘 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
✨💗 Evening 💗✨ Hi everyone, thought it was time to share the 4 products that I’m including in every night routine. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ All 4 are new to me and range in price from “Woohoo” to “Do I really need a kidney?” ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ So looking forward to sharing my thoughts on all of them in time . ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Left - Right . @muradskincare Prebiotic 3 in 1 Multi Mist . @augustinusbader The Rich Cream. @skinceuticalsau H.A Intensifier * (won in giveaway). @goodmolecules Super Peptide Serum* (gifted for review). ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ So apart from these products I will be alternating cleansers, masks , acids and treatment serums. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Please let me know if you have tried any of these or if you have specific questions you’d like me to address in my reviews. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Take care everyone and I’m looking forward to catching up on your posts ♥️😘.
The Clean Beauty Movement ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Firstly I find calling it “Clean “ problematic as it obviously states that everything a group of people don't like is “ Dirty “ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ It feels like an ideology which again I find problematic as many of the loudest voices within that movement also speak of inclusion and yet the tenets of their beliefs are by their very nature exclusionary. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I am massively for education and transparency but I do sometimes find the information being shared quite misleading at times by the omission of context , everything can sound frightening and dangerous without context. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Diversity is also a word bandied about and yet quite often the shade ranges, marketing and P.R lists also speak to the opposite of that. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Also the environment is spoken of a lot , yet many products come in glass and layers of wrapping and cardboard packaging which I understand consumers expect considering the prices but perhaps you need to explain why your commitment doesn't extend to correcting that. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ . Also the procurement of these natural ingredients , how far do the ethics extend ? Do they go so far as to ensure that all people in the chain are paid a fair living wage ? Is the impact to local communities considered and how so ?. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ And the talk about how a fully organic lifestyle can cure all manner of ills , well before we had all of these processed foods and “chemicals” people only ate organic and the life expectancy wasn't great . Thanks to scientific advances i.e. medicines & vaccines that has grown exponentially so lets stop with “ Toxic “ ‘Chemicals are Bad ” B.S please. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ If you are going to use language that instills fear in others over their choices that don't align with yours then please make sure you're in fact fulfilling all of the moral expectations you are demanding of others. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I know some are going to say not all brands and I agree, as you can see if you look at how many green beauty choices I make. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Rant Over lol. Any thoughts ?

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✨✨ 💗 Nights 💗✨✨ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ This is my week of night routines . ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Photo 1 - Simple retinol routine for 2 nights. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Photo 2- Double cleanse with @deviantskincare for the first time 🥰 then some PHA masking , hydration, peptides & moisturiser. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Photo 3 - All the exfoliation night . ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Photo 4 - Back to retinol for 2 nights. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Photo 5 - Putting all the calming face loving ingredients on tonight 🥰🥰. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ And that my friends is what happens to my face on a regular basis. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Will be doing reviews on new products very soon. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ *The Super Peptides Serum was gifted by @goodmolecules and the H.A Intensifier was won in a giveaway by @skinceuticalsau . ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Hope you’re all having a wonderful weekend will share what I used during the day tomorrow ♥️😘 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
✨💗 Cleansers 💗✨ Hi everyone I thought I’d join in with the #skinfavoriteschallenge hosted by @growintoyourglow & @my.beautyinsideout ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ And this week it’s cleansers , I have a uncommonly dirty face and as such buy up to 6 cleansers at any one time . ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ There are probably only 3 or 4 in the last few years that I haven’t loved . ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Today I’m sharing all the ones I’ve loved and that I have either repurchased or will repurchase. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ The main photo is of The Honey Mud from @maylindstromskin my most frequently repurchased Cleanser/Mask ever and I’m longing for the newest iteration of this heavenly face hug in goo form to be released. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Other honourable mentions to @joshrosebrook @jordansamuelskin @mahalo.care @leahlaniskincare @infiorebeauty @drunkelephant @h_is_for_love @demamielskin @pestleandmortarcosmetics @oskiaskincare @rationale . Happy Thursday Everyone ♥️😘
✨💗 New In P.R 💗✨ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Had a lovely local brand @cannabella_au reach out and ask if I’d like to try some products recently in exchange for a review. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I said yes please and in no time at all these mini treats arrived . ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I’ll be trying the Renewal Serum & Hemp Jelly . Very excited to incorporate these into my routines and then share my thoughts with you once they’re all finished. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Have you tried many hemp seed oil beauty products before ? ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Take care everyone ♥️😘
✨💗 New In 💗✨ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I finally went for it and picked up the Cleansing Concentrate from @deviantskincare ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I think the reason it took me so long is because it was made by someone I call a friend and when it was released I was in a “If it doesn’t smell like flowers I’m not interested “ phase . ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ As my knowledge and tastes have both broadened I knew it was time to welcome this beauty into my life and I cannot wait to use it for the first time 🤗🥰🤗. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Also thank you to trusted friends and their reviews which helped me decide. @goalstogetglowing currently has a giveaway live on her feed you must check out !!!! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Take care everyone ♥️😘
✨💗Ears have feelings 💗✨ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Thought I’d share some photos of a giveaway I recently won from a boutique Australian jeweller @pepperberryandpinestudio . ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ These 2 beautiful pairs of earrings were chosen for me by their creator who you may know as @vivienne_austen ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I think they are perfect in every way and will definitely be purchasing exquisite treats from them in future. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Instead of sharing my ears I decided to pierce some roses so you can see how they drop, eventually I’ll share me wearing them I promise. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ My deepest gratitude to Vivienne & @pepperberryandpinestudio Hope you’re all having a wonderful weekend ♥️😘.
✨💗 Skin Break 💗✨ So was in the mood for a super chilled few days both on the surface and emotionally. My skin and spirit are back to a balance that I didn’t realise was necessary until I woke up on Saturday and just couldn’t be bothered. My skincare routines are one of the best indicators to how I’m feeling within. Rewarded myself with flowers as a visual comfort. I hope you’re all well and I’ll catch up with your posts very soon. ♥️😘♥️😘
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