Origins - Drink Up Intensive Over Night Mask - Review

 Higher end skincare isn't really something i like to splurge a lot of money on. I generally only take the plunge on things like Elemis value kits on QVC or if I've been really lusting over something. I had always assumed Origins was out of my price range, I'd be lusting over some of the Mega Mushroom range and at around £40 per product it wasn't something i was willing to spend the money on. So when i started seeing reviews for their Overnight Mask i halfheartedly read a few, thinking it was out of my price range, until i actually took notice of the price... £20 for 100ml, which is a LOT more reasonable than i had presumed. Most night creams or moisturisers range between 30 - 50 ml so getting double or more product for your money was a huge selling point for me. My last night cream was  an Elemis one, which was okay, but nothing special and at £30 odd for 50ml wasn't cheap. But the Origins Drink Up is technically a mask, not a night cream and is thicker in consistency.

"This overnight replenishing mask with natures most nourishing nightcaps, Plant Glycerin, Hyaluronic Acid and Apricot Kernel Oil, instantly quenches compromised skin with deeply satisfying moisture. Avocado Oil and Mango Butters build up a reservoir for tomorrow. And Japanese Seaweed helps prevent future moisture loss. Skin awakens refreshed, replenished, ready to face the day."

Its quite thick in consistency and does leave the skin feeling slightly tacky for around ten minutes or so. It sinks in leaving my skin feeling super hydrated and even feels lovely in the morning. Some people complained about it leaving residue, but having quite dry skin i find my skin absorbs it really quickly leaving no residue what so ever. Now at the moment i am using this about every other day, but i wouldn't hesitate using it every night as a night cream as my skin is so dry. But for people with combo - oily skin once to twice a week would probably be enough. My only little gripe is the smell of it, and now i am terrible with describing scents but there is something in it that my nose just does not like. Luckily its not an overbearing smell and fades pretty fast so your not left trying to sleep with it. I don't think it'd be unpleasant for everyone, just if your like me you may find it a little much initially.

Overall i am really loving this! It leaves my skin feeling refreshed and hydrated without leaving a greasy film or transferring to my pillows. And at £20 for 100ml i think for a higher end brand is pretty damn good value for money! I've got my eye on a few more bits from Origins but that may have to wait a while! But if you live near an Origins counter I'd highly suggest checking this out!

What are your favourite Origins products?

xox

Clarisonic Plus - First impressions

Ello lovelies!

So if you've seen my "What i got for Christmas" post you'll already know i own this bad boy. My long suffering boyfriend had probably had quite enough of me lusting and banging on about wanting one he generously bought me for one for Christmas! Well actually, he let me buy it online on Christmas day just in case he got the wrong one, bless him!

Recently ASOS have been selling (when you can catch them in stock) i believe all three versions, this appeals to me as i can get student discount! I'd had my eye on the plus for some time and with the discount made it only a few quid more than the classic. So i snapped up the very last one in stock!

Needless to say, Christmas day i was a very very happy bunny!

Sensitive Brush Head         -            Body Brush Head

I won't bang on too much about what it does, because I'm sure most people already know. But the Plus set comes with a face brush, body brush, three sample cleansers and a body polish. Personally i probably wont get too much use out of the cleansers (and I've been really lazy with the body brush) but I've been loving using this with my Liz Earle Cleanse and Polish.

I was tempted to do a photo skin diary, but i don't suffer too badly with my skin and my main reason for wanting a Clarisonic was to eliminate lumps and bumps and possibly help with my blackhead problem. But i will post updated pictures in a month or two when I've really gotten into it!

So onto my experience so far. It's only been two weeks so obviously this is a preliminary review but i LOVE it. The first time i used it i could feel a noticeable difference, my skin felt smoother and definitely cleaner. I've been using it once a day and am seeing a real difference in the texture of my skin, less lumps and bumps and generally a more even texture. I have had a few break outs, but with the Clarisonic that's expected initially.

The only con i feel is the price, at £179 (without discount) it is EXTREMELY expensive. But if you're lusting after one they do have the Mia priced at £120. Both of which are currently on ASOS. Student discount = win.

So that's it really, I'll post an update when I've had another month or two to really put it to the test. Feel free to ask any questions!

I'd love to hear your Clarisonic experiences, leave me a comment!

xox

Spa Magik Skincare Review

Ello lovelies!

A little while ago i was sent a box of goodies to try from Spa Magik / Spa Find, it was over a month ago and I've been meaning to do this review for a while. I'll start off by saying just because i was sent these does not affect my opinion at all, all my opinions on these are honest and completely my own. The package included their Mild Exfoliant, Delicate Boosting Mask, Salt Brushing Sachets and their Acne Treatment. They also sent me a super cute tote bag which I've been lugging my uni books around in lately. The Acne treatment i won't be reviewing, simply because i don't have acne. But to save waste I'm donating it to a blogger friend who does suffer from time to time, so when she reviews it I'll be sure to link it here! Anyways, enough rambling!

I've got to admit I'm a little bit of a snob when it comes to skincare. I honestly wasn't expecting much from these but I'm glad to say i was pleasantly surprised! I'm EXTREMELY fussy when it comes to facial exfoliants, i like the exfoliating particles to be very fine but also to be enough of them to give my face a good scrub. I used to sneak my Mum's St Tropez Body Polish (even though it's not meant to be used for the face!) and have been disappointed with every exfoliator since. I was delighted when i first used this product! It's fine and not at all scratchy, my absolute favourite type of facial exfoliator. 

The Delicate Boosting Mask works wonderfully too. It's aimed at dry/sensitive skin so was perfect for me. These two have been permanently in my bathroom for the last month and used 3 - 4 times a week I'm that impressed. I feel like the mask really does help to soften my skin and the two together are brilliant combo! 

Salt Brushing! I again wasn't very excited when i first saw this product. It wasn't till i actually used it i sort of remembered it... This product in it's full size comes in a large blue and white tub and i remember this being one of the products i was 'banned' from using as a teenager as i had a habit of using all my Mums products! It's quite a coarse salt scrub so using this gently is key for me. I suffer with a bit of congestion on my left arm and this has been great for tackling that! I'm in love with the scent too!

Overall I'm really impressed with Spa Magik! All their products are now paraben free and have allergen free fragrances which is great for us sensitive skinned girls!

The products aren't pricey either! The mask and exfoliator are priced at £7.75 each and the full sized 500ml Salt Brushing Scrub at £13.40 which i think is pretty reasonable. I will 100% be purchasing these products, which is a rare thing for me to say! I've really noticed a big difference in my skin while using these and am keen to keep up the results.

These can be purchased online here on the Spa Find website, or alternatively online on both Debenhams and the John Lewis online store.


Are there any Spa Magik products you love? Let me know!


xox