FEEL UNiQUE RADiANT SKiN BEAUTY BOX

I have never been a fan of beauty boxes as I just can't see the point of paying for sample sizes. I got spoiled by my local shops which provides kaboodle of samples when you purchased something or when you're just passing by. Maybe I shopped too often that we are almost on name basis with the shop assistants. Anyway, going back to the topic, I always shudder thinking of paying for sample sizes. My brain can't still comprehend beyond the logic of that. During one of my midnight browsing in the Feel Unique website (a very bad habit), I chance to stumble to their beauty boxes section. One beauty box in particular immediately caught my attention as it contains most beauty items that I have been meaning to try. Without even hesitating I just purchased it immediately, forgot about it until it landed in my doorstep 3 days after.

THREE NEW SKiNCARE RECOMMENDATiONS

The past two months alone, there has been so many new skincare that came out in the market that it becomes baffling of what to get and what is worth the hype. I have been trialling some new skincare much to my skin's aghast but I found out some really good new skincare suitable for even those with sensitive skin. Skimming the best out of the best is often a difficult task but after more than a month's trial, I can finally skimmed and report to you the creme de la creme of new skincare items.

TOP FiVE SKiNCARE RECOMMENDATiONS FOR SENSiTiVE SKiN

While I like to think that I don't have sensitive skin, I am now starting to accept that I actually have one. (Being delusional that I have a normal skin isn't working now. Haha) It is is not however to a point that it is hypersensitive to everything. Hallelujah for that. When I started having severe breakouts at the start of the summer, I went into a panic mode. I tried almost anti-blemish skincare there is and left no stone unturned. In my search for products to keep blemishes at bay and keep my skin happy, I found out that soothing skincare are more effective than their anti-blemish counterparts. If you have sensitive skin, you can relate how a sensitive skin can easily get angry so finding the right balance is a big must. Today, I will be sharing with you the skincare items that are effective and suitable for gals with sensitive skin.

THE RECiPE OF THE MiNiMS

Le Couvent Des Minimes is one of a new brand that I discovered at the end of last year. It is a sister company of the infamous L'Occitane but the product of Le Couvent Des Minimes is with a more affordable price tag. Recently, the brand's infamous Recipe of the Minimes Range has a bit of a revamp and was relaunched. The new range gives a refreshing twist to the classic citrus-y scent. The whole range has six body-care essentials. The packaging is minimalist and reminds me of classic French pharmacy packaging.

QUiCK MORNiNG SKiNCARE ROUTiNE FOR LADiES ON THE GO

Skincare morning routine is an area which I used to only do when it takes my fancy unlike my night time skincare routine in which I do all the fuss. I, however, noticed, that the more religious or consistent I am with my morning skincare routine, the better my skin is. I am also the sort of person who prefers to stay in bed the longer that I can so I always end up rushing the rest of the morning. Finding a quick skincare routine that works took me sometime to develop. My current one is effective and it will only take less than 10 minutes. I can even finish within 5 minutes. For reference, my skin is a classic combination and is also sensitive.

THE CLEANSER EDiT

Skincare is one area in which I became very fascinated these days. My skin is a little devil that when I started slacking on my skincare routine, it hits me back with very unpleasant breakouts in the most noticeable places. One department in my skincare routine that I am very at home with is cleansing. There is nothing so satisfying having a clean skin after a full days work. The skincare market is filled with countless cleansers which is quiet baffling. With this post, I'll give a roughdown of my favourite cleansers in various forms and for different skincare needs.

SEASONAL SKiNCARE: SUMMER EDiT

As the weather changes, I also switch my skincare routine. For winter time, my skin is dry and sensitive whilst on warmer months, it's just plainly a combination skin and still sensitive. For this summer, I actually changes my skincare routine twice. My usual summer skincare routine is not working for this year. I ended up with a very angry and unhappy skin. I was horrified as I never had breakouts as much as I had at the end of May. I tried several products and I finally found the skincare routine that works with my skin in this temperamental weather which is scorching on one day and then raining the next.

BUDGET SKiNCARE WORTH KNOWiNG

I blogged about Starter Budget Skincare before in which I shared all my favourite affordable skincare. Since then, I discovered new ones that are worth adding to our budget skincare repertoire. The drugstore is really upping their game nowadays. It is laden with so many good products that are budget friendly. I actually love that as it means that I can get products without spending a fortune.

ROSE SUMMER HYDRATiON

I am not the biggest fan of rose fragrances but since I started using the Jurlique Rose Moisture Range, I started to appreciate the dainty rose smell. As long as its not overpowering, I now love rose scents. It smells so dainty and feminine. Although I haven't fully basked into buying rose-based perfumes, my affinity to the scent has now extended to body moisturisers.

THE NEW SERUM ON THE BLOCK

I don't usually switch things when it comes to skincare. My skin is very rebellious and finding a good routine that works is a difficult task. I run out of my favourite serum lately and after more than a year of using the same serum, I am on a market to try a new one. When the Origins Original Skin Renewal Serum was delivered by Mr Postman, I am quiet excited to try it. Origins skincare always impress me and my favourite eye cream also comes from the brand.

SPRiNG APPROPRiATE HAND BALMS

All year round, I am obsessed with hand balms. My hands have just the tendency to have dry skin thanks to my constant handwashing and hand sanitising habits. I am also one of those people who hoards hand balms as if it will run out of stock. Hand balms are littered everywhere in my flat and when I'm out and about, there is always one in my coat pocket and one in the handbag. Just incase I will lose one. My latest hand balm addition is the newest from Roger and Gallet.

THE SPF WiTH SKiNCARE PROPERTiES

As spring is here and summer will be arriving soon, I am already on the lookout for an effective SPF. I know this is bad as I am suppose to be applying SPF all year round but to be quiet honest, I only think of SPF when the sun is out. I am also on a lookout of high SPF level for obvious reasons that it offers protection longer. I also try to stay away from SPFs that gives a white cast when applied. When I saw that the new Clarins UV Plus Anti-Pollution Day Screen offers SPF 50 and promised to be translucent, it is like Christmas all over again.

SMOKY POPPY

The Body Shop is a place in which I can rely when it comes to skincare and bath products. I always wait with a baited breath for their new releases and limited edition ranges. For this year's Valentines celebration, the brand released their Smoky Poppy Collection. I thought that the collection will be a limited edition one but whilst browsing their website, I think it is a permanent one. The Body Shop mostly opts for bright and fun packaging but the Smoky Poppy range has a dark and mysterious appeal to its packaging.

RESCUiNG HYDRATED SKiN

When the weather changes, my skin also tends to play up. Most of the time, it can go really dry and patchy. When the weather suddenly went very cold, I am already expecting the worst. But lo and behold, that didn't happen. And I can only think of my skincare routine to thank that for. Since December, I have been trialling the Jurlique Rose Moisture Plus Range. As this is a skincare range, I always want to put it into a proper test before reporting back to you so that I can give a thorough post. As it is still winter and like I said previously, we had a bout of very cold days here in the UK which gives me the opportunity to see of the range really works.

LE COUVENT DES MiNiMES

This year, I feel so blessed to have the opportunity to discover new and emerging brands. Most brands are really amazing that the words need to be spread. One latest discovery is the Couvent De Minimes. The brand is a sister company of the infamous L'Occitaine but with a more affordable price. Couvent De Minimes is also a French brand that is making its debut since the end of last year. The brand offers different ranges of of skincare and fragrances.

MY ANTi-BAD SKiN ARSENAL

During the time of the month when my hormones are rampant, bad skin days are to be expected. It is a vicious cycle and I want to scream with frustration at time. As time goes by and after so many trials, I manage to develop a small arsenal to combat pesky breakouts. These products have been successful in keeping breakouts at bay even at that time of the month. A small disclaimer as with all my previous skincare posts, this routine works for me but may not work for you. I believe that skincare is a very personalised routine and varies from person to person but I hope that the products that I will mention will be able to help especially if you are prone to breakouts. I have been using these products for quiet a long time so I can really say that it has been properly tried and tested.

THE DRY SKiN RESCUER

During cold months, my hydration game is always up. Despite drinking buckets of fluids, my skin always go crazy during autumn and winter. The harsh, cold wind and the heating at work leaves my skin really dry and at times flaky. Not a pretty sight I would say. I always carry a hydrating cream to top up during the day as twice is never enough. This year, I am looking for something that really nourished the skin without topping it up a few times during the day. The Aesop Resolute Hydrating Body Balm came at the most precise moment for me to try something new. Aesop as a brand really hasn't disappoint me yet so I really looking forward to try their new offering.

THE BEST CHRiSTMAS-Y SCENT

Every Holiday Season, I am always on the lookout for limited edition ranges. I am a massive fan of Christmas and I think that limited editions are the most beautiful during this time of the year. I am also a big fan of Christmas-y scents. I love roasted chesnuts and the whole Christmas fanfare. This year, I am most inlove with The Body Shop Glazed Apple Range.

THE STARTER BUDGET SKiNCARE

Skincare, like I mentioned before, is the bane of this blog. I love my skincare but nobody seems to be interested about it based from my past skincare posts. However, I always love a good skincare routine. Today I will share with you a whole skincare routine, from cleansing to moisturising, that is affordable and won't break your bank balance. I think the total amount of all items only comes in an equivalent of one high-end serum. So I think that the whole routine really affordable.

THE LOVELiEST BATH COMPANiON

You may have heard by now the customisable bath salts that The Bathory is offering. If you haven't, The Bathory offers three different types of bath salt mixes which are Bask, Soothe, and Detox. After choosing which one you prefer, you can then select the three oils depending on what you want to feel (ie relax, relived, happy, etc). The Bathory will then mix everything for you and deliver to your doorstep.