Vani-T

I was introduced to Australian brand Vani-T around six months ago - a brand dedicated in producing quality products from natural and organic ingredients, after their founder, Tania Walsh, started to worry about the chemicals in beauty products, that she was putting on her skin.

So with four of the products to hand, two make-up and two skincare I was intrigued to see if they were worth the Australian hype.

Mineral Blush in Gelati

This came in such a beautiful colour, with a subtle pearlescent pop to it. Although it looks really dark pink in the pot, it's actually extremely light - the perfect colour for paler skin tones.

Mineral Lip Glaze in Frisky Business

On the website, the colour of this Mineral Lip Glaze looks a lot pinker than it actually is - it's more of a natural peach. Unlike other lipglosses I've tried this one doesn't feel sticky, in fact it's quite soothing and the colour looks really natural.

I've been using the Liquid Loofah on-off since getting my hands on it and I was immediately sold. It literally is, a liquid loofah - a rough body scrub, that once once worked into the skin dissolves into soft, light bubbles.

It smells similar to a spray tan I once had, but I've been telling myself that this is just the Coconut it says it contains and so far I haven't turned orange while using it. This is such a fab product to use and it gives you really soft skin too.

I'm not one for discussing products I don't like, as I feel that you guys want to hear what products are fab and not drab (...sorry!) Although this product didn't work for me, it might for someone else, which is why I'm mentioning it. 

The Bronzing Custard is a gradual tan in a cream formula, which claims to build a natural looking tan the more often you use it. It smells quite similar to the Liquid Loofah and doesn't have that awful biscuit fragrance some similar products carry. It sinks in quickly and if anything acts as a regular moisturiser. Just the tan element of the product never seemed to produce...

I've always been interested in products from across the pond and think some of the products from the brand are rather interesting - from Body Shampoos to Body Frosting, there's something slightly different to what we have here in the UK. But I'd definitely recommend trying the Liquid Loofah, it's one of my favourite products to date!

Have you tried any of the Vani-T products? Or can you recommend any other brands outside of the UK?

My holiday saviour...

I'd like to think I'm quite savvy when it comes to sun protection, but with fair skin like mine I'm prone to burning on commonly forgotten areas like my head, ears and feet. This year I decided to protect my skin as much as possible and take this tiny, but powerful product away with me.

The Clinique SPF35 Targeted Protection Stick is a clear, sun protection balm that helps protect against UVA and UVB rays. Because it's so small, it's perfect for using on key areas like your ears, nose and feet and has super long-lasting stay - I only applied twice a day.

What I loved about it the most was that it's perfectly safe to use on your lips, an area of the body I almost always forget to protect and one of the most sensitive areas too. It is a little on the expensive side (£15.50) for a product that looks quite small, but I promise you it will last you a lifetime. A truly underestimated product that's an essential for any summer beauty bag.

I'm back!

The location was remote and the weather was beautiful and I really didn't want to leave. But back to reality I go as I have lots of blogging to catch up on...

I'm on holiday!

Courtesy of Weheartit

I'm off sunning myself in beautiful Egypt. But I'm back in two weeks time and promise more posts then, so pop back soon!

OH MY GOSH again...

Before I head off on holiday, I wanted to quickly share with you two other colours from the GOSH Cosmetics OH MY GOSH nail polish collection.

L-R: 009 Colbolt Blue and 008 Bright Yellow

Again, I'm really impressed with the colours, especially the yellow because it gives great coverage after two coats. 

Quick update on my previous GOSH post - so far my nails have stayed chip-free, wahoo! I would certainly recommend this nail polish to anyone - the colours are bright, they give great coverage and they've lasted a lot longer than more expensive ones I've tried. Plus they're less than £3! It's such a shame they're only available for a limited time, so hurry!

OH MY GOSH

OH MY GOSH in Peachy Rose from GOSH Cosmetics

I'm SO impressed with the colour of this polish. It's bright and vibrant and the perfect consistency too. For £2.99 I think it's a fantastic price - I've tried a lot worse for high prices. This was after two coats and you can see the coverage is brilliant too.

I'd highly recommend this product to anyone who's after vibrant colour for a budget cost, but you have to get them quick as they're only available from Superdrug stores and online (www.superdrug.co.uk) throughout July. With 20 shades available, you better get there quick!
PR sample

Blistex daily lip care range

Lip balms, creams and moisturisers have been one of my must-have products for years and if you were to look in my bag, you'd see I carry more than one type at any time. So when I was offered to review Blistex's daily lip care range, I jumped at the chance.

I'll start with the Relief Cream. Every winter my lips become dry and sore, but particularly last winter I had a niggling cracked area that wouldn't budge. I tried every product on the planet and nothing would make it disappear apart from the Relief Cream, which helped it heal within a week or so. On first application, it tingles and the texture is light and creamy. The only thing I would ask Blistex to change is the metallic type packaging - no matter how light you squeeze the tube, the product keeps on coming! Plus I can't throw it into the bottom of my bag either, for fear of it getting squashed. The Relief Cream is the perfect winter must-have, for dry, cracked or sore lips.

The Blistex Lip Massage is my most favouristist product of the bunch and my newest addition to reside in my handbag. I love the mini massage applicator, which helps work the product into your lips making them feel super soft. It's long-lasting, feels more nourishing compared to the others and not to mention contains SPF 15 so I'm safe to wear it when out in the sun - unlike Vaseline, which burns.

The Daily Lip Conditioner is actually a product I already use. I hate to say it, but I got bored of my trusty Carmex and needed a change. I must admit it doesn't last as long as the other products, but it does what it says on the tin - conditions and softens.

Lastly the Intensive Moisture contains SPF 10 and lighter than the Lip Massage and Relief Cream. Slightly tingles on contact and actually quite refreshing. It's more of a cream consistency, compared to other lip balms, which I love because it soaks into lips quickly and locks in moisture.

I'm really impressed with the Blistex daily lip care range because each of the products are set out to tackle different problems. One heals, another hydrates, another conditions and the last one moisturises - there's one for every type of problem at a budget price.

Available from Boots and other drug stores or visit www.blistex.co.uk. Are there any lip balms or creams you recommend?