My lips are always drying out, I blame it on the cold, constantly changing English weather (although I have a sneaking suspicion it’s because I love lipstick and I am forever the changing colour throughout the day)! So when Lubatti offered me the opportunity to review their wonderlip product and relieve my lips I thought I’d finally find the answer to pout perfection…

However I noticed that the ‘Lubatti Wonderlip’, is actually called the ‘Lubatti Anti-Age Wonderlip’ because it’s famed for its youth defining effects. Being a just a wee spring chicken myself, I thought I’d really have to give this product a fair run for its money and test on some lips that were just as lovely but a little more mature. Queue Mum.

So with two generations trialling this product over a period of a week, would the Lubatti Anti-Age Wonder Lip make the grade with both Mother and Daughter?

Well after using it each morning before applying my make-up, topping up throughout the day and last thing a night I noticed a definite difference in the texture of my mouth. My lips were soothed and smoothed, the Wonderlip was thick and luxurious to the touch and seemed to just ever-so gently exfoliate the dry and uneven skin away so a polished pout was revealed beneath.

And if I thought it was good, my Mum thought it was the best thing since sliced bread! She reported that she not only had softer, fuller lips, but that they were less lined and plumper than ever before. She now swears by it, and says she’ll carry it in her handbag constantly.

… And so with Mother’s day is just around the corner – I know what I’ll be getting my Mum!

Sound great? Buy yours here: lubatti Anti-Age Wonderlip £29.00 with FREE worldwide delivery

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Tags: Anti-ageing, lubatti, Skincare

There’s nothing like a bit of beautiful packaging to make the girls here at LF Towers fall in love with a product. Of course, that’s not all we’re looking for, but it definitely helps! Luckily, for British brand Green & Spring, that’s not where the attraction stops. Inspired by the rolling countryside, Green & Spring products are blended using herbs and flowers native to the British Isles, so not only are they soothing and nurturing, they also smell wonderful. Here’s what the LF ladies thought…

Green & Spring Skincare Deep Face Scrub - tested by #LFHarriet

Do you always head for the fake tan to give yourself a little glow? You sound just like me! Winter has drained the remaining colour colour from my skin – but thankfully Green & Spring Deep Face Scrub helped decongest and restore its youthfulness leaving my complexion looking radiant as ever! The scrub is laced with tiny granules of walnut shell – after working into my skin for just over a minute the relaxing scent of sage and lavender filled the air. After washing off the scrub my skin felt baby soft to the touch and my pores were clean of any embedded grime, leaving me with skin that looked naturally luminous. A little gem of a face scrub!

Sound great? Buy yours here: Green & Spring Skincare Deep Face Scrub £24.00 with FREE worldwide delivery

Green & Spring Gentle Face Refiner – Tested by #LFOri

There is something inevitably appealing about the sentence: ‘Home grown British organic ingredients’… So when I was offered the opportunity to try one of Green & Spring’s exclusive blends, I literally couldn’t wait to get my hands (and face!) on the product.

The first thing that struck me about Green & Spring Gentle Face Refiner was the musky nostalgic scent – I couldn’t put my finger on what it reminded me of but the fresh cucumber, lavender and bilberry fragrance took me to a happy place. The luxury complex of botanicals and essential oils swept away any dead skin cells, making my complexion feel less tired, and look more youthful. Uniquely, I found that this wasn’t a product that you needed to use consistently to notice a different, the results were instant; glowing with goodness!

Sound great? Buy yours here: Green & Spring Gentle Face Refiner £38.00 with FREE worldwide delivery

Green & Spring Skincare Reviving Face Mask - Tested by #LFLauren

The Green & Spring Skincare Reviving Face Mask gave me the perfect opportunity for a well overdue pampering treat! I’m not usually one for using a mask, but I can definitely say that after using this one I am converted. Its light texture was a welcome surprise as often I find masks too heavy, but definitely not this one. My skin felt positively glowing after just one use.

Sound great? Buy yours here: Green & Spring Skincare Reviving Face Mask £32.00 with FREE worldwide delivery

Green & Spring Restoring Face Serum – Tested by me (#LFAnnaP)

In desperate need of some revitalisation after a good few weeks of over indulgence, the Green & Spring Restoring Face Serum seemed like the right product for me to try. Rich but easily absorbed, I could feel the difference in how hydrated my skin felt after one use. But, what I liked most about this product was the scent. Packed with rose, chamomile, and geranium, it calmed and relaxed me, and made my bedroom smell like a spa! I pop this on every night after cleansing and wake up with smooth, clear skin and feeling like I’ve had a good night’s rest!

Sound great? Buy yours here: Green & Spring Restoring Face Serum £38.00 with FREE worldwide delivery

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Tags: Green & Spring, Skincare

It would hardly be breaking news for me to tell you that this week has seen a fashion filled frenzy seeping out of every corner of the revered Somerset House in London. With our must-have-o-meters shooting into familiar realms of overwhelming desire on more than one occasion, London Fashion Week 2012 has excelled once again in presenting us everyday ladies (with everyday inside leg measurements), an enviable plethora of trends. From monochrome to mohair to wedges and whimsical there has been no shortage of inspiration on what to spend our hard on pennies on over the coming months. But aside from the frocks, the best part of any fashion week for me, is the impressive juxtaposition of sizzling beauty trends alongside fabric mastery. Sitting pretty against his fiercely elegant AW12 collection, David Koma’s sleek and chic ponies were no exception. So in a state of pony-envy, I spoke to top haircare brand ghd to find out how to achieve the look by investing in a few haircare heroes form the LF shelves…

THE COLLECTION
David Koma’s starting inspiration for AW 2012 was elegance defined. The colour palette included regal, dark colours with a mix of rich purples, navys and greens. High collars gave a strong masculine touch, with a nod to the 1960s added through minimalist curvy shapes, oversized eyelets and cut-outs.

THE HAIR
Step 1: Dampen the hair and spray with ghd Style Heat Protect Spray to give structure.

Step 2: Follow with a couple of pumps of ghd Style Total volume foam to add backbone to the hair.

Step 3: Using the ghd air and a ghd Radial Natural Bristle Brush, blow dry ghd Style Smooth & Finish Serum into the ends of your hair.

Step 4: Use a ghd tail comb to create a deep side parting. Let the wider section of hair drop slightly on the forehead, whilst pulling the thinner section of hair straight back to add severity; creating an authentic 60s look.

Step 5: To finish the look secure the hair in a low ponytail.  Run the ghd Gold Series max stylers through the ends of the hair to achieve an extra clean pony tail, whilst creating extra Shine.

Step 6: Spray hair with ghd Style Final Fix Hairspray to set the look.

As seen at David Koma, add metal accessories to add simple embellishment to the look. The shine of the metal will enhance the shine of the hair complimenting clean lines of the collection.

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Tags: AW12, David Korma, GHD, Hair care, hair styles, London Fashion Week

Omorovicza uses the beauty phenomenon, Mineral Cosmetology, with Hungary’s thermal water as a key ingredient – So when you think of Omorovicza skincare, your mind is immediately taken to the luxurious and glamorous world of spas in Budapest. But would these products devised for pampered princesses really transfer and work well for us busy LF girls on-the-go? We tested them to find out…

Omorovicza Gold Rescue Cream – tested by me #LFOri

Frustratingly, it doesn’t really matter how much of a good night sleep I get, the quality of my diet, or how  well I look after my skin; I still inevitably wake up with every morning with dull/dry and uneven skin.

Fed up and sceptical I applied the cream morning and evening for a week, and although my skin look instantly brighter, it wasn’t until about the third day in a row that I noticed that my complexion was evening out. The formulation felt gentle enough for the extra delicate dry areas, and now after a week of use – I have definitely noticed a dramatic difference to the overall mood of my skin.

Sound great? Buy yours here: Omorovicza Gold Rescue Cream £107.00 delivered

Omorovicza Rejuvenating Night Cream – tested by #LFAnnaP

I must admit that, despite being a ‘skincare expert’, I’m not always that keen on the idea of a night cream. Often I find them to be too greasy, and although I’m a big believer in a good eye cream, I would rather not wake up with a fresh face of blemishes. I gave the Omorovicza Rejuvenating Night Cream a go, as I’m always open to change and I was pleasantly surprised. Although rich, the cream is easily absorbed, and my skin felt a lot softer in just minutes after applying it. I have noticed a long-term difference in my skin, it looks more even, and feels more hydrated throughout the day.

Sound great? Buy yours here: Omorovicza Rejuvenating Night Cream £96.00 delivered

Omorovicza Instant Plumping Cream - tested by #LFHarriet

With the cold winter air nipping at my skin, radiators on full blast – I find it’s an endless battle to keep my skin hydrated this time of the year! So I was excited to see what this cream was all about! After cleansing I applied the cream to my face and neck- I could immediately feel my skin soaking up the cream. Containing hyaluronic filling spheres and omega 6, this unique formula works to fill and plump the skin overnight. I was excited to see what the morning bought- my complexion looked clearer, imperfections seemed smoother, my skin felt hydrated and looked re-energised. A definite winner for me!

Sound great? Buy yours here: Omorovicza Instant Plumping Cream £96.00 delivered

Omorovicza Thermal Cleansing Balm - tested by #LFLauren

I have tried A LOT of cleansers in my time at lookfantastic (a definite perk of the job), so if I am totally honest I thought I knew exactly what to expect when I was given the Thermal Cleansing Balm to review, but this time I was very wrong. It is totally different to anything I have tried before, and I have to say I absolutely loved it. I suffer with dry skin, so the thick and oily texture this balm was perfect for me. The best way to describe my skin after using this cleanser was ‘polished’, which not a word I have ever used to describe my complexion.  What is more, I could see a noticeable change in my skin after just one use, so all in all, a huge success for me and my much smoother softer skin!

Sound great? Buy yours here: Omorovicza Thermal Cleansing Balm £46.00 delivered

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Tags: Beauty, Omorovicza, product reviews, skin care

This week has not only seen a  deluge of beauty talk regarding the big red day of romance, but to my pleasure, has been coupled with much trend chatter surrounding tangerine tango ensembles for SS12. From an early age I have had a proud propensity for vibrant orange. There is something pleasingly ‘in your face’ about such a vivacious, attention grabbing hue. For me it screams outrageous confidence and evokes scorching hot summer days lazing by the pool sipping Harvey Wallbangers. What’s not to love?

This weeks BEAUTY WRAP is a daring collaboration of red hot rouge coupled with a smattering of beautiful tangerine to induce summer time dreams. It’s a valentines tribute with a catwalk twist. Clash nails with lips and dare to pair hot pink with bolshy rouge and sizzling orange. The spring time sun has taken a leave of absence so it’s up to you to force out the sunnies with your Valentines colour explosion, ladies!

Products used from left to right (top to bottom):  OPI Color To Diner For Nail Lacquer £11, Leighton Denny Caught Red Handed £11, OPI A Good Man-darin is Hard to Find Nail Lacquer £11, Benefit Hervana £23.50, Nicole By OPI Kourt Is Red-Y For A Pedi Nail Lacquer £8.50, Essie Braziliant Nail Polish £9.95, Dainty Doll Lipstick in 001 Couture £12.25, nails inc. Porchester Place Nail Polish £11.00,  MOR Italian Blood Orange Body Butter £24.50.

Products featured from left to right: OPI Color To Diner For Nail Lacquer £11.00,  Nicole By OPI Kourt Is Red-Y For A Pedi Nail Lacquer £8.50

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Tags: Benefit Hervana, Kardashian Kolor, Leighton Denny, MOR cosmetics, Nail Varnish SS12, nails inc., opi, SS12, Valentines Day

“In the spring time, the only pretty ring time, when birds do sing… sweet lovers love the spring.” -William Shakespeare

Waxing lyrical about Spring time is nothing new. Poets, authors and lyricists through the ages have extolled the virtues of arguably the most beautiful season of the year. The longer, lighter days, the slowly increasing temperatures and the emergence of fresh green plant life seem to have a positive effect on everyone.

Sadly, the recent snow and rain are testament to the fact that we’re not quite there yet. But in the forward thinking world of beauty, even icy temperatures, Arctic winds and falling snow flakes cannot stop the march of (spring) time. So here are my top 5 picks for brightening your beauty routine and adding some spring time style…

Urban Decay Naked 2 Palette
It may have seemed impossible to top the beauty kudos earned by the original Naked Palette, but the long anticipated arrival of the the Naked 2 Palette has already acquire cult product status.  If you’re rocking a strong lip or just fancy a natural look this palette is the eyes’ new BFF. With 12 eye shadow shades in a range of grey, beige and brown tones, the versatility of this gorgeous palette not only makes it  fantastic value for money but will guarantee that you look hot-to-trot for spring!

Sound irresistible? Buy yours now: £36.00 Delivered

Jemma Kidd Tailored Colour Powder Blush Duo – Soft Clear Pink/Rose
This cute-as-a-button blush gives great versatility in one lovely little package. The pink tone gives a gorgeous flush that can be brushed on gently for a subtle or bold Spring-time look. The rose tone is fantastic for a toned down overall look or for contouring the rest of the face, such as brow bones or cheekbones. The texture is smooth and velvety so it glides on easily, even over imperfections. It comes in Jemma Kidd’s signature understated but stylish packaging.

Sound irresistible? Buy yours now:  £17.00 Delivered

RMK Irresistible Lips B – 19 Holographic Cherry Red
Whilst pastels are set to be huge this year, who can resist the lure of a bright, vibrant pout? The Holographic Cherry Red shade can be patted on with fingers to create the matte, worn in look that is hot off the catwalks this season. Alternatively, slick on several layers either with a brush or right from the tube for a bold, bright finish.

Sound irresistible? Buy yours now: £19.00 Delivered

OPI Nicki Minaj Fly Nail Lacquer
OPI have produced yet another jaw dropping collaboration – this time with the queen of quirky cool, Nicki Minaj. This shade – Fly –is a bold, bright hue perfect for giving a pop of colour to a conservative outfit or for those of us not bold enough to wear brights in our makeup. To take this shade from day to night, try layering a coat of OPI Nicki Minaj Save Me over the top.

Sound irresistible? Buy your now: £11.00 Delivered

Bare Escentuals Bareminerals Purely nourishing Moisturizer
Changing up your skin care routine according to the seasons is a mantra we all live by here at LF. The decline of Winter means leaving behind the heavy oils and dense creams that help our dry skin in the cold snap. This Bare Escentuals Bareminerals Purely Nourishing Moisturizer strikes the perfect balance of being light and fragrant, yet also packed full of hydrating ingredients to help with elasticity, radiance and luminosity.

Sound irresistible? Buy your now: £27.00 Delivered

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Tags: bareminerals, Jemma Kidd, make-up trends, OPI Nicki Minaj, RMK, Spring, SS12, Urban Decay Naked Palette 2

With all of my fave glossies praising the Christophe Robin range I couldn’t wait to see what all the hype was about.

Christophe Robin, an international and renowned colourist has created his own line of haircare treatments especially for coloured hair.  An impressive career working on catwalks across the world fuelled his inspiration to develop a range that would deeply condition hair that had regular colour changes. Developed in France, the Christophe Robin heritage is clear to see in its ultra stylish packaging that has made a welcome addition to my ever expanding pampering shelf (fuelling my dreams of bathing in a Parisian chic inspired bathroom).

Armed with a selection of the range, the LF blondies  #LFAnnaP,  #LFHarriet  and myself road tested some Christophe Robin products. Here’s what we thought…

Christophe Robin Cleansing Cream With Lemon - tested by #LFLauren (me!)

Described as the ‘Rolls Royce of shampoos’ there was really only one choice for me, it had to be the Cleansing Cream With Lemon.  I’m always running 10 minutes late, so in order to drag me out of bed early for a 20minute shampoo routine, it needed to be good! I’m pleased to say that I was not disappointed. Laced with a refreshing, yet delicate scent this cleanser has a gorgeous creamy texture. Like all (not so natural) blondies my colour can be difficult to maintain and a few weeks after highlights it can look and feel dull and lack luster, but after just one wash with this Cleansing Cream I noticed a difference. My hair felt soft and my colour brighter so it was definitely worth losing those few minutes in bed! What I really love about this range is it’s all about pampering yourself everyday, not just as a weekly/monthly event.

Sound great? Buy yours here: Christophe Robin Cleansing Cream With Lemon £33.00

Christophe Robin Antioxidant Cleansing Milk With 4 Oils And Blueberry - tested by #LFAnnaP

I’m always on the hunt for a good shampoo that will look after my colour, but that isn’t to chemically harsh. I have very thick, heavily highlighted hair, so to find one that does the trick can be difficult. I really liked the idea of trying the Antioxidant Cleansing Milk With 4 Oils & Blueberry, simply because of the ‘milk’ aspect, it’s a bit different! After just one use I noticed that my colour looked lighter, not ‘too much violet shampoo’ lighter, but ‘fresh from the salon’ lighter. And, despite it being a shampoo, not a conditioner, I also noticed my hair was a lot softer and easier to brush (a godsend when your hair turns into a bird’s nest after it’s been washed).

Sound great? Buy yours here: Christophe Robin Antioxidant Cleansing Milk With 4 Oils And Blueberry £30.00

Christophe Robin Shade Variation Care in Baby Blond- tested by #LFHarriet

After becoming slightly obsessed with achieving (and keeping) the perfect ash blonde hue- to say I was excited to try the Shade Variation Care mask is an understatement! With my clean hair at the ready, I eagerly emulsified my hair with this very purple mask! Being paraben, silicone, oxidants and ammonia free there were no intoxicating fumes- which makes a nice change! Christophe advises to leave the mask on for 5 minutes to 1 hour depending on the intensity of the colour you desire- well I decided to go the whole hog and keep it on for an hour. I was pleased to see that after washing the mask out and blow drying my hair I was left with a gorgeous ash tone with no signs of yellow or brassy tones!

Sound great? Buy yours here: Christophe Robin Shade Variation Care in Baby Blond £35.00

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Tags: Christophe Robin, Cleansing, Coloured hair treatment, haircare, Mask, reviews

From the SS12 runways of Cristopher Kane to Vivienne Westwood it’s all about the pink cheeks this spring. Filling the catwalks and the red carpet, blush is back and it refuses to be subtle! The spring time flush is romantic and chic- inspired by flawless baby powdered skin and rosy pastel pink cheeks, this ‘porcelain doll’ finish is hotly hued yet adorably feminine…

This week at the NTA’s, X factor celebrity, Tulisa Contostavlos took her penchant for pink to dizzy new heights (some could say a little too high?) as she was papped donning a candy pink feathered dress with sultry smoky eyes and of course, rosey blushed cheeks! While the choice of dress may have sent the fashion world into a whirlwind of ‘sack the stylist’ mania, we simply adored her dedication to the spring pink trend!

Benefit Hervana – Enough to make an angel blush! (£23.50 plus free delivery)

Fancy a flush of enlightenment too?  Whether you want to replicate Tulisa’s lip-cheek combo (sans dress, we expect?) or prefer to go for a soft and feminine flush a la Emma Watson and Katy Perry, make way for Benefit Hervana! This perfect pot of powder pink fun is launching nationwide today so we’ve put together a full review for all our Benefitistas. Enjoy!

The Highlights- With a tag line of “enough to make an angel blush” I couldn’t wait to see what this ‘good karma’ face powder was all about!  The packing is fab- just shouts out all things girly! Inside the box is a small angled brush and a mirror; the magnetic closure has to be a bonus too doesn’t it ladies! The four complementary shades- lucky shell (lightest), divine peach, heavenly rose and berry delight (darkest) blend together perfectly leaving you with an orchid blossom blush that is just gorgeous!

Best For- Those wishing to create a spring time flush- it will add a rosy pastel pink colour to any cheeks! Looks amazing on fair skin teamed with blond hair.

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Tags: Benefit, Benefit Hervana, Hot Trends, lookfantastic Brighton, Make-up, New Product, NTA's, Pink, Pink Cheeks, Spring Trends, Tulisa Contostavlos

When I first set eyes on this brand with it’s bold prints and decadent packaging, all things luxurious sprung to mind. MOR was established in 2001 by Australian designers Deon St.Mor and Dianna Burmas. Eleven years on, they have created a portfolio of luxurious products that perfectly capture their passion for travel, fashion, food and the arts. Below is a review of my favourite three…

MOR Italian Blood Orange Fragrant Candle

Wow, where to start with this sexy little number?! I was in love with it’s decadent packaging on first sight. and once opened I was not disappointed! Encased in a striking black glass vessel and gilded with 24 carat gold, this gorgeous candle oozes glamour! Once lit, the wick burnt well with no unwanted black smoke, instantly filling my bedroom with a fresh, delicious scent of jasmine, rose and lily of the valley. I felt relaxed basking in its heavenly aromas and after 4 hours of burning I was happy to see the wick had burnt evenly and hardly reduced at all!

Highlights: Such a sexy black candle- smells fresh and burnt well.
Best For: Looking glamorous in your bedroom and relaxing!

Sound great? Buy yours here: MOR Italian Blood Orange Fragrant Candle £33.00

MOR Sorbet Lip Macaron

A luxurious lip gloss in a pot- packed full of vitamin E and beeswax. What isn’t to love about this? I was instantly drawn to the bright blue colour and gorgeous gold adorning- once opened the deliciously sweet vanilla scent filled the air. When applying to my lips I could instantly feel the quality of this product, it felt creamy yet light weight on your lips. My lips felt immediately hydrated and were left with a subtle, sheer shine to them. Love it!

The Highlights: Perfect for your handbag! Gorgeous, eye catching packaging, smells great and ultra hydrating.
Best For: Any lips- especially dry lips that need some tlc!

Sound great? Buy yours here: MOR Sorbet Lip Macaron £11.50

MOR Italian Blood Orange Body Butter

Treat your skin to MOR Italian Blood Orange Body Butter. With its rich and creamy texture, this luxurious formula will not only leave your skin smelling fresh but feeling super moisturised too! If your skin is in need of some moisture then look no further, this rich and creamy body butter is simply amazing.  Encased in a black tub with the MOR gold adorned crest I got the feeling of pure luxury. I applied a Maltester size amount of cream onto my skin, instantly I could feel its rich texture. Once I had rubbed the cream in I was met with its fresh scent- it was perfectly subtle. The cream melted into my skin- leaving my skin feeling hydrated and smelling delicately perfumed.

Highlights: Its creamy, luxurious texture- delicately fragranced and kept my skin hydrated all day long.
Best For: Indulgent body butter treat for any skin type.

Sound great? Buy yours here: MOR Italian Blood Orange Body Butter £24.50

Wow, I feel privileged to have had the chance to trial out these luxurious products- thank you MOR! Not only was I bowled over by the beautiful packaging but the products lived up to my expectations as well. A truly indulgent and gorgeous range of products that I will definitely be purchasing.

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This week, we welcomed a brand new member to the LF team of hair & beauty experts. New organic skincare specialist #LFOri not only has an obsession for all things  beauty (naturally) but also an admirable penchant for organic and alternative skincare treatments! As the new go-to-girl for questions and recommendations on natural skincare products, I caught up with #LFOri and probed her on her beauty thoughts…

As LF’s new resident skincare expert, what’s your top all time tip on healthy skin?

Many of us have the perfect complexion in the summer, but when cold English winter comes around your can skin can suffer from exposure to the drastically dropping wet climate – to the intense dry heat of central heating.   These changing temperatures can make your skin dry out, so my top all time skin tip would be carry a travel-sized lightweight moisturiser around with you when the seasons start changing and apply each time you brave the contrasting conditions!

You’re going to be looking after some of LF’s top skincare brands, what one has caught your eye?

So far I’m loving Weleda’s skincare range, their unique combination of natural wellbeing and ethically sourcing their products is right up my street…  Having sensitive skin as a teenager, I experimented with all sorts of harsh chemicals in a desperate bid to try to rebalance my complexion – though the results were always extreme. With a little bit of the good old hindsight I have now resolved to try my best not to put anything on my skin that’s ingredients you can’t find in nature. Plus I have been sampling some of lookfantastic’s latest new range organic brand Organic Surge, who also take a no nonsense approach to chemically enhanced skincare – I love there Organic Surge Gentle Meadow Bath Foam, it feels and smells amazing, look out fro this range, coming very soon.

If you were on a desert island and you could only take 3 items with you, what would they be?

Firstly, being very fair skinned, if I was stuck on a desert island, Invisible Zincs 4 Hour Water Resistant Sunscreen SPF30 would be an absolute must – the physical barrier, or second skin that protects against those harmful UV rays would give piece of mind and prevent me from turning pink! Secondly seeing as I have to narrow it down to only three products, I’d have to choose Natio Gentle Cleansing Wipes, as they conveniently wipe away dirt, cleanse and hydrate skin without stripping it of any of there essential oils. Finally to protect my red hair and prevent it from fading all dull and orangey in the sun,  I’d use my Fudge Colour Conditioning Treatment, to enhance red tones and improve brightness while also improving strength and softness.  

Lastly, what’s in your beauty bounty right now?

Products listing: 1. L’Oréal Professional série expert Chroma Care Colour Refreshing Conditioner in 6 Red  2. Jemma Kidd Stain, Flush & Gloss Lip & Cheek Duo in Ruby Tuesday 3. Tweezerman Slant Tweezers 4. Lubatti Pure Indulgence Bath Oil – Bergamot & Grapefruit , 5. OPI Tickle Me France-y Nail Lacquer  6. Fudge Paintbox Cherry Red Bomb 7. Aveda Madder Root Shampoo  8. Dainty Doll Concealer Click Pen in 002 Light 9. Olivina Body Butter Tube Lavender  10. VOYA Rub A Dub Dub Exfoliating Organic Seaweed Soap 

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Tags: #LFori, Beauty, beauty recommendations, L'Oreal, lookfantastic, natural skincare, organic skincare