NARS Sheer Glow Foundation - Mont Blanc

Since I have been coming to the end of my beloved Clinique Superbalanced foundation, I have been searching for something to replace it, I fancied a little change since I have been using Clinique since I was 16! I had read a lot of great reviews for the NARS Sheer Glow, but the name instantly put me off, Sheer is the last thing I look for in a foundation, I like to have a good matte coverage that is buildable - it was only after reading Kayleighs from Couture Girl, that I decided to give it a go.

Firstly lets get the obviously negatives out of the way. Price - £31, enough said.... and secondly, it doesn't come with a pump, I know this is an issue for a lot of people as thats an extra £3, but I seem to manage fine with a pump, my Clinique one didn't have a pump either, so I'm used to working with this problem.

Now for the great bits - this foundation is fricking amazing!!!! I cant believe it has taken me so long to try it out, the packaging is great, sleek and simple. The product applies easily and is flawless on the skin. This finish isn't what I would call completely matte, but its so buildable it really have great coverage. It buffs into the skins so effortlessly and doesn't look cakey, this is a massive thumbs up from me, as I often end up looking cakey around the nose and forehead.

It also works really well with powder on the top, it doesn't just sit on top, neither does it slip away, it somehow works with it and holds it in place for the whole day. I seem to use a fairly small amount, so it does go a long way,  but I know this is going to be a product that I can't live without, which is slightly concerning because of the high price tag - maybe I shouldn't wear it every day to make it last longer!

Overall its a big thumbs up from me, I'm really happy with this purchase and would absolutely recommend this to anyone looking for a good coverage, buildable matte-ish coverage foundation! 

NARS Laguna Bronzer

NARS Laguna seems to be the most talked about bronzer out there at the moment, every bloggers seems to have this bronzer and its very clear to see why. The packaging is typically NARS its a sleek black design that's easy to use, you get a lot of product for your money, and because the product is so pigmented it lasts for ever!

The colour of this bronzer may scare some people because it looks quite dark. However, when it’s applied the colour is just perfect. Perfect pigmentation, easy blendable, no orange in sight. It is not totally matte, it has a little golden shimmer in it which is not seen when applied, so you can totally use that for contouring too. I really like that this product is so versatile.

I apply my with my Real Techniques contour brush, taking it to the hollows of my cheeks, around my temples and under my jaw line, its also great just to swirl over your face for an overall golden glow.

I actually cant remember the exact price, but believe its around the £25-27 mark, which of course is a lot of money for a bronzer, but as I said before this product lasts so its great value. I would absolutely repurchase this product, its definitely one of my favourites in my make up collection.

Aesop Parsley Seed Deep Cleansing Mask

Aesop is a fantastic skin, hair and body brand, until recently I didn't know much about the brand or its products, but after visiting one of their ultra modern store in Angel, I have now built up quite a collection, and by far my favourite product is the Parsley Seed cleansing mask.

It's a clay based mask but is different to all others that I've tried in that it feels so lightweight on the skin and doesn't dry it out. I like to use it on my t-zone to balance out any excess oil, or to keep blackheads at bay on the sides of my nose. It does a great job at unclogging pores to reveal a fresher complexion too and is really nice to apply before bedtime due to the lavender aroma. It feels very gentle and a little goes a long way, it's definitely a great product to have in your cupboard for when your skin is feeling out of balance.

The only thing that's difficult to swallow is the price, £27 for a face mask is a lot, but in my opinion its absolutely worth it - its a must have product in my skin care routine, its a treat to use twice a week to completely detox my skin.