Holiday Hero's: Mexico Editon

So not to state the obvious but Mexico is HOT, like really hot and some days I was pretty sure I was melting but that’s ok because it was the most beautiful place I’ve ever been to. I’m in the middle of going through all of my photos to put into posts but in the mean time I have put together a list of the products that saved me while I was out there.

Origins Drink Up Over Night Mask – God I love this product it’s the most amazing thing for keeping your skin hydrated and in the Mexico heat it was definitely needed, I used this every night before I went to sleep and my skin definitely thanked me for it.

Aussie is usually my go to hair brand for holidays and the fact that they make their 3 Minute Miracle conditioners in miniature is genius. You leave the conditioner on your hair for 3 minutes after washing and it leaves your hair feeling soft and healthy, which is just what you need after a day in the pool or the sea.

Aftersun is usually a tricky one for me as sometimes they break my skin out in rashes. I’m all for being protected but when it makes your skin horrible and blotchy it’s not really the sexy beach look I am for. I picked up the Soltan intensely moisturising after sun from Boots as it said it contained shea butter and almond oil and it works like body butter. This was an absolute life saver of a product it smells amazing and really soaked into the skin reducing the burn and leaving my skin super soft. I will definitely be grabbing a pot of this on all of my future holidays.

I know deodorant isn't the most glamorous of products but the fact is we all need it. I went for the Sure Maximum Protection which is quite expensive for a deodorant coming in at about £5 but it was honestly worth every penny as it lasted all day, I would have spread this all over my forehead if it was possible because it really did reduce the amount of sweat (nice) and kept me fresh.

I used the Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturising Gel every morning to give my skin that little extra boost. As it’s a gel its not too heavy but still manages to get deep into my skin and prepare it for the day.

Last of all is the DrJart Waterfuse BB Cream. I try and wear as little make up on holiday as possible, 1 to let my skin breath and 2 because the majority of it just melts off. In the evenings however I do like to make an effort and this is the best thing that I have found which gives coverage, hiding all the burnt red bits but is still light and lets your skin breath.

What products are your saviours on holiday? Will you be taking any of these with you this year?

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My Current Eveyday Make Up

If you had asked me 6 months ago what my everyday make up routine was I would have found it really hard to pick out the products. Reading so many blog posts and watching you tube videos I would always run out and buy the latest hyped up super products that I obviously needed in my life.

As you may or may not be aware since starting my current job my blog has been slightly neglected and hasn't had as much as my time as it deserves, this also means I haven’t had as much time to read other peoples.

As rubbish as I have been this has actually had a positive effect on my bank account and has made me realise which products I really love and keep going back to every day.

To start I prime with the Bourjois Happy Light primer, this is a product I'm really glad I jumped on the bandwagon for. I first purchased DrJart BB cream for my holiday last year as I wanted something lighter with a good spf, since purchasing this I've not looked back. I love how my skin can still breathe yet have a nice dewy finish. I apply this with my trusty buffing brush.

I'm still loving the Collection lasting perfection concealer, even though I hate the way the writing rubs off the packaging I will still continue to repurchase this. To finish my face I will apply the Rimmel Stay Matte pressed powder in translucent with my Real Techniques big Duo Fibre Race brush. I then like to set my make up with the Caudalie Beauty Elixir.

I like to keep my eyes simple so usually no eye shadow, the L'oreal Super Liner in black, the Bare Minerals waterproof eyeliner for my waterline and the Benefit Bad Gal mascara for my lashes. Job done.

Cheeks is the beautiful Nars blush in Deep Throat, despite the outrageous name the product itself is beautifully subtle but easily buildable.

And last but not least for my lips I use Mac Hue.

So there we go, my current everyday face. If you do know any products that I am missing in my life please leave your recommendations in the comments!

Do you use any of these products?

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DrJart Waterfuse Beauty Balm

DrJart waterfuse Beauty Balm

A bit of a break from the holiday diary today and I thought it was about time to give the spotlight so one of my current must have products.

I picked up the DrJart Waterfuse Beauty Balm mainly for holiday as I wanted something lightweight with an SPF and since buying it I haven't reached for my foundation since!

It has very light coverage compared to foundation but I actually quite like being able to see my freckles. I apply this with my Buffing Brush and find it blends into my skin lovely leaving a dewy but natural finish. I think I might need to go back to something more heavy duty in the winter but while the weather is still relatively nice and my skin seems to be behaving (touch wood) I will definitely be sticking with this for the foreseeable future.

What do you think? Have you tried any products from DrJart?

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Currently Loving...

Statment Necklaces ♥ Dr Jart BB Cream ♥ L'oreal Telescopic Mascara ♥ Deborah  Milano Shine Creator Lipstick* ♥ Rimmel Soft Kohl White Eyeliner

I love how a piece of jewellery can completely change an outfit; a statement necklace just adds that finishing touch and a bit of glamour. Both of the necklaces above are from Dorothy Perkins.

To be honest I've not been wearing a lot of make up in the heat we have been having lately but on days I have felt I needed a bit of coverage I have been reaching for the Dr Jart Water Fuse BB Cream. Its lightweight, has an spf of 25 and leaves my skin with a natural dewy finish. So far so good Dr Jart!

The L’oreal False Lash Telescopic is a repurchase and I had forgotten how good it was! This stuff is the master at achieving long fluttery lashes, I get this colour in brown as it thinks my lashes look more natural.

The lip product I have been constantly reaching for is the Deborah Milano Shine Creator Lipstick in Shade 14. It’s the perfect colour and formula for summer and I love how it keeps my lips feeling soft.

Last but not least is the Rimmel Soft Kohl Kajal Eyeliner in white. I love bit of white in the inner corner of my eyes just to open them up a bit and this applies so easily, has great ware time and only costs about £4, bargain.

What are you loving at the moment?

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