tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-80737942218459011462024-03-13T10:29:16.211+00:00The Modern AudreyElegance is the only beauty that never fadesAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03449057508297784362noreply@blogger.comBlogger156125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8073794221845901146.post-76613620766928003302017-03-07T20:59:00.000+00:002017-03-07T20:59:48.255+00:00New In Beauty & First Impressions<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=494309890&pid=uid2025-26409205-29&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;" target="_blank">Pixi Glow Tonic</a><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> - like everyone else, I was persuaded to buy this by the one and only skincare queen Caroline Hirons. For those of you that don't know, Pixi Glow Tonic is a cult product (infamous even) and it's a acid toner used as a liquid exfoliant in replace of a scrub. So you use it, post-cleanse, by popping some on a cotton pad and applying to the whole face (avoiding the eye area). It contains Glycolic Acid so it's fantastic for acne-prone skin but it also contains Aloe Vera and Ginseng so it's also suitable for dry skin types. Caroline claims it is fine for sensitive skin. For me, I like using this on bad skin days and my complexion has started to look brighter too. Pixi advises that you should use SPF in conjuction with the product so make sure your moisturiser contains an SPF at the very least. The Glow Tonic is also available in a travel size at </span><a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=524021497&pid=uid2025-26409205-29&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;" target="_blank">M&S</a><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">.</span><br />
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<a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=601476137&pid=uid2025-26409205-29&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;" target="_blank">Emma Hardie Moringa Cleansing Balm</a><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> - Sticking to skincare, I received this Emma Hardie sample in the M&S Christmas calendar and I am obsessed. It is a beautiful luxurious balm cleanser that removes makeup and cleanses in a very gentle way. Love. </span><br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03449057508297784362noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8073794221845901146.post-17605598344792797502017-01-28T15:19:00.002+00:002017-01-28T15:20:14.697+00:00A La La Land inspired Wish List<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03449057508297784362noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8073794221845901146.post-9668190887653164452017-01-19T16:00:00.002+00:002017-01-19T16:01:09.216+00:00What's in My Kate Spade Bag?<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">As my first post of 2017, I've decided to write a long overdue classic 'What's in my bag' post. I skipped past a 'What I got for Christmas' post because as much as I love watching and reading them, I was too busy enjoying the gifts to actually write about them! Despite this, this bag was my main Christmas present and I also contributed to paying for it as I felt it was an investment purchase I wanted to be part of. It's my first designer handbag and as soon as I saw it, I fell in love. The photo certainly does not do it justice but if you are interested in the bag, it's the Kate Spade Cedar Street Hayden in the colour Porcini. I managed to find it in House of Fraser with 30% discount in Sheffield, Meadowhall but there are more styles to be found on the Kate Spade UK website. I don't use this bag every day as it's more for days out and special occasions however I have listed a few things I pop in there when I do use it. </span></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Charlotte Tilbury makeup bag</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Soap & Glory Hand Maid Hand Sanitizer</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Charlotte Tilbury Lipstick in 'Very Victoria'</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Too Faced Melted Lipstick in 'Chihuahua'</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Leighton Denny Crystal Nail File</span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Charlotte Tilbury Card Holder</span></li>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03449057508297784362noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8073794221845901146.post-40598477081566285762016-11-17T13:39:00.002+00:002016-11-17T13:39:17.748+00:00Luxury Christmas Beauty Gifts Under £25 <span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">It may only be November but the beauty world is going crazy for new Christmas launches. The major brands have released some beautiful collections so I thought I'd put a post together listing my favourite new festive finds. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Too Faced always bring out amazing gifts at Christmas time and this year is no exception. The mini blushes and bronzers in this set are perfect for travel and a nice introduction to the brand if you haven't tried their products before. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Of course I'm going to be obsessed the new Breakfast at Tiffany's collection from OPI! My favourite shade is a matte pearl tone called 'Breakfast at Tiffany's' but if you simply can't choose, I recommend the mini set which includes four for £14. It could also be a cute gift idea to split up and share between friends. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I bought the cult Pixi Glow Tonic in this travel size from M&S a few weeks ago and I've really been enjoying using a liquid exfoliant as a night time treat. It's been repackaged in a festive print and if I didn't already have it, it would definitely be on my Christmas list. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I've been interested in trying the Emma Hardie cleanser for a while now and luckily it's in the M&S beauty calendar this year. If you're still wanting to try it, this cute 15ml size comes in a gorgeous bauble with a dual action cloth. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I'm definitely not in the market for any more eyeshadows right now but the NARS Sarah Moon collaboration is stunning. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: helvetica neue, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">The Becca highlighters are so hyped in the blogging community and on YouTube and it can be difficult to know whether they are worth the £32 price tag. I'm sure I'm not the only one who doubts they would hit pan on such a large product so these two minis are the perfect solution. They come in the shades Opal and now Moonstone. </span><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03449057508297784362noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8073794221845901146.post-25110765517375401562016-10-09T17:52:00.000+01:002017-03-27T12:02:09.876+01:005 Minute Makeup for Uni<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Now that I'm back at university for my final year, it's becoming apparent that a 20 minute makeup routine just isn't going to slot into my timetable so I'm making an attempt to cut down, or be more speedy at the very least. I prefer to spend the majority of that time on my base as I've found a few products that really make a difference in my routine. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I'm still loving the <b>Bare Minerals Complexion Rescue Tinted Moisturiser</b> but I now like to amp up the coverage by adding the <b>NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer</b> in the shade Vanilla and the <b>Seventeen Skin Wow Concealer</b> in the shade Fair. The NARS concealer gives amazing coverage and as long as you set it with a powder, the staying power is pretty good. The Seventeen one is more of a highlighting concealer and although it isn't as good as the YSL Touche Eclat, for the price I really can't complain. I apply this under my eyes to brighten them. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">For a quick highlight I'll go for the <b>MAC Cream Colour Base</b> in Shell or MAC Soft and Gentle, depending on how much sparkle I want. The Cream Colour Bases take next to no time and give a beautiful subtle sheen.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">My new favourite everyday eyeshadow palette is the <b>Too Faced Natural Eyes</b> palette. It has every daytime look you might want, from champagne shimmer to smoky mattes and the pigmentation is fantastic. My top three shades are Silk Teddy, Push Up and Chocolate Martini. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Usually with only a minute to go, I'll use <b>Benefit's Gimme Brow</b> and <b>They're Real mascara</b> to give my brows and eyelashes some definition. For lipstick I usually go for a nude MAC lipstick or a <b>Bourjois' Rouge Velvet liquid lipstick</b>.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I've been a little quiet on the blogging front recently, mainly due to a few trips! I was really lucky to go to Paris in July, Majorca in August and then I went on a little shopping trip to London last week. All three resulted in a few beauty purchases and I'll be sharing these with you in the next month or so. My beauty favourites for August are all new things I've bought within the last two months, fallen in love with and have made their way into my everyday makeup routine.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">The <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=492743951&pid=uid2025-26409205-29&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">Sleek Solstice Highlighting Palette</a> is not only a pretty rose gold addition to your flatlays but it's one of the most talked about highlighting palettes in the blogging world - and for a reason. There are three powder shades to choose from: <b>Hemisphere </b>- a shimmery purple tone, <b>Subsolar </b>- a gorgeous bright white highlighter that NikkiTutorials adores and <b>Equinox </b>- a Champagne-Pop-esque shade that looks incredible when you have a hint of tan. There is also a cream shade, <b>Ecliptic</b>, which is a pinky tone that reminds me of the MAC Cream Colour Bases. The formulas of these four highlighters are great quality and for £9.99 you really can't go wrong.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">On the eyes I've been loving the <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=477839583&pid=uid2025-26409205-29&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">Charlotte Tilbury Eyes to Mesmerise</a> in <b>Marie Antionette</b>. It's a gorgeous bronzey copper tone that would enhance any eye colour. The formula is really soft and mousse-like so you have to use a really light hand when applying. I like to use a small blending brush but you can just as easily use your fingers. It looks beautiful on its own or you can go in with powder eyeshadows to create a variety of looks. </span><br />
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<a href="http://www.maccosmetics.co.uk/product/13849/30735/Products/Makeup/Face/Powder/Mineralize-Skinfinish#/shade/Soft_%26_Gentle" style="font-family: "helvetica neue", arial, helvetica, sans-serif;" target="_blank">MAC's Mineralize Skinfinish in Soft and Gentle</a><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue", arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"> is a gorgeous champagne rose gold powder highlighter that is perfect for summer. It's a cult product and very similar to Becca's Champagne Pop - only slightly cheaper. Soft and Gentle is £24 (20 at duty free) for 10g, compared to £32 for 8g for CP. I've also heard many stories of Becca highlighters being smashed during travel so even if you do invest there's no guarantee it will survive long! Soft and Gentle seems to be well packaged and I've been fine taking it on flights so far. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">A trip to the Reichstag has to be booked in advance but it's amazing to see where the German conferences are held. The Brandenburg Gate is probably the most touristy spot in Berlin but it's great for photos and it was even a popular place to watch the Euro matches a few weeks ago. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Another shopping hotspot, Friedrichstrasse is the home of the Berlin branch of 'La Galerie Lafayette' - a gorgeous French department store. Friedrichstrasse is also close to 'Unter den Linden' which is an area of museums such as the Pergamon museum (Egyptian history).</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I wrote a separate post about the Zoo which you can check out <a href="http://modernaudreyh.blogspot.com/2016/04/the-berlin-diaries-2-berlin-zoo-kadewe.html" target="_blank">here</a>.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Firstly the <a href="http://modernaudreyh.blogspot.de/2016/06/my-top-3-summer-foundations.html" target="_blank">Bare Minerals Complexion Rescue</a> is a gem when it comes to a light dewy base - it's more coverage than your average BB cream but the lasting power won't quite match a light foundation. I like to use a primer such as the Soap and Glory One Heck of a Blot and a little powder on my T-Zone to make sure it stays put. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">As the weather's been super summery in Berlin, I've been trying out bold lip options and my favourite of the bunch is the <a href="http://modernaudreyh.blogspot.de/2016/04/nyx-soft-matte-lip-creams-istanbul-and.html" target="_blank">NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream in Antwerp</a>. A budget dupe for the Kylie lip kits, the NYX Soft Matte Lip Creams are gorgeously pigmented, smell like cupcakes and last a good few hours before needing a top up. NYX is now widely stocked in Boots so make sure you have a swatch next time you're there. Antwerp is a beautiful fuschia coral shade that I think would look incredible on all skintones. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Firstly, the </span><a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=476282594&pid=uid2025-26409205-29&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;" target="_blank">Eau Thermal water mist spray</a><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> is quite literally what it says on the tin - a hydrating mist which gives an instant refresh when your skin needs it. I'll admit it would be just as effective making a water spray yourself but having it in a pressurized container means you can control how much you put on. I love using this before I go to bed as Berlin has been quite humid lately. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Next up is the <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=479872286&pid=uid2025-26409205-29&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">Purete Thermal Fresh Cleansing Gel</a>. Suitable for all skin types, this cleanser is purifying and gives a lovely fresh-feeling. You apply it to your face whilst dry, massage it in and then remove with water. It's a simple formula and although I can't comment on long-term use, my first impressions are good.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I love trying out new night creams and the <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=448314117&pid=uid2025-26409205-29&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">Vichy Hydration Rich Cream</a> is no exception. Although this isn't sold as a specific night cream, I feel that the consistency it a little too thick for a traditional day moisturizer. The product itself has quite an artificial scent but if you can get over that, I find that it is lovely to apply as a rich treatment when your skin needs a hydration boost.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Finally, not part of the mini set, is the <a href="http://www.vichyusa.com/aqualia-thermal-spf-25-3337871320416.html?cgid=aqualia-thermal#start=4&cgid=aqualia-thermal" target="_blank">Vichy Aqualia Thermal SPF 25 lotion</a>. We all know how important it is to protect our skin in the hotter weather and our faces should be no exception. This product is a lightweight moisturizer that is hydrating, protects against harmful UVA and UVB rays, and provides a smooth base for makeup. As with all sunscreens, it does add shine but you can easily counteract that with a mattifying BB cream and some powder. There's never an excuse not to wear SPF these days.</span><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03449057508297784362noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8073794221845901146.post-18851107135195012602016-06-06T21:32:00.000+01:002016-06-06T21:32:24.646+01:00My Top 3 Summer Foundations<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Apologies for the lack of content on my blog lately, life got a bit busy with my family coming to visit me in Berlin last weekend so I'm hoping to get back into the swing of things soon. Today's post is a quick overview of my favourite foundations for summer. It might not be feeling like summer in the UK right now but Berlin has been incredibly hot so I've been changing up my makeup so that my base is lighter and packed with great skincare ingredients.</span><br />
<a name='more'></a><span style="font-family: 'helvetica neue', arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">One of the two newbies to my foundation collection is the </span><a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=476740279&pid=uid2025-26409205-29&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" style="font-family: 'helvetica neue', arial, helvetica, sans-serif;" target="_blank">Bare Minerals Complexion Rescue</a><span style="font-family: 'helvetica neue', arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"> in Vanilla 02. I was desperate to try this after my skin started feeling a little dry and patchy when I applied other bases. The Complexion Rescue is one of those BB / CC cream hybrids that is designed to give dry skin a boost of radiance and coverage. I wouldn't say it's the most long lasting foundation I've tried but I love applying this in a morning after a good primer such as </span><a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=486952993&pid=uid2025-26409205-29&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" style="font-family: 'helvetica neue', arial, helvetica, sans-serif;" target="_blank">Soap and Glory One Heck of a Blot</a><span style="font-family: 'helvetica neue', arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">. You can use your fingers but I prefer using the Zoeva Silk Finish foundation brush for an even finish. It's also SPF 30 which is always a bonus. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I wrote a whole <a href="http://modernaudreyh.blogspot.de/2016/04/the-spring-base-bourjois-city-radiance.html" target="_blank">post </a>about my love for the <a href="http://modernaudreyh.blogspot.de/2016/04/the-spring-base-bourjois-city-radiance.html" target="_blank">Bourjois City Radiance foundation</a> in April but to recap, the main things I like about this base is that it's a good consistency, easy to blend and it's quite brightening. It might, however, be more suited towards normal rather than dry skin because unless I've used a whole lot of hydrating night cream the night before, it can sometimes highlight rather than conceal the dry patches. Combination skin really can be a tough one. But overall, I'd still recommend giving it a go. My shade is 02 Vanilla - I'm sensing a pattern..</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Another new launch in the beauty world has been the <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=526887833&pid=uid2025-26409205-29&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">L'Oreal Nude Magique Cushion Foundation</a>. You might have seen this in my <a href="http://modernaudreyh.blogspot.de/2016/05/may-beauty-wishlist_30.html" target="_blank">May Beauty Wishlist</a> and I managed to get hold of shade 3 - luckily it is a perfect match for my skin tone. I think there are around 8 shade options in the UK but Germany has been limited to just 3. The cushion compact is handy but in my opinion it's a little gimicky and disguises the fact that it contains only 14.6g of product. Nevertheless I'm loving this foundation for days when I want a dewy natural looking glow with a light to medium amount of coverage. I haven't tried the sponge method yet but a stippling brush gives a lovely even finish.The formula is lighter than the BareMinerals Complexion Radiance but it's also more buildable and you have more control with what you put on. Again, it has an SPF 29 which is decent but in hot weather you still need a moisturiser with SPF to make sure you're fully protected against sun damage. </span><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03449057508297784362noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8073794221845901146.post-59510795446572752652016-05-30T23:05:00.000+01:002016-05-30T23:05:21.241+01:00May Beauty Wishlist<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">There have been so many amazing new beauty launches recently that have got the beauty bloggers talking. From Anastasia Beverly Hills to Becca to Charlotte Tilbury, there's always something making its way into my mental wishlists. Today's post is all about the beauty products I've been coveting in May, some of which I am planning to purchase soon, others are if I was suddenly given a $100 Sephora gift card. But since June is my birthday month, there's a definite possibility I'll be gettting splurgey with my bank account. Watch this space. But for now, the products I've been dreaming about (quite literally) are as follows..</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I'm sure I'm not the only one who is crazy excited about the new Benefit Brow collection which launches in the UK on the 24th June. There's a huge range of products to choose from, so whether you're looking for a pencil, gel or pomade, Benefit has you covered. The product I'm most intrigued by is the <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=523240421&pid=uid2025-26409205-29&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank"><b>Ka-Brow cream-gel</b></a> which is designed to give your brows more definition, shape and colour - I'll be interested to see how it compares to my all-time favourite brow hero Gimme Brow and whether they can even work together. If you're wanting to try out something from the new collection before June 24th, make sure you pick up a copy of Elle magazine next month as it includes a free Goof Proof pencil.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">There hasn't been too many new foundations in the drugstore but the <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/LOreal-Paris-Nude-Magique-Cushion-Foundation_1838528/" target="_blank"><b>L'Oreal Lumi Magique Cushion Foundation</b></a> seems to be getting some attention recently. It is supposed to be a light to medium dewy coverage in an easy to use compact format. I'm not sure about the sponge application but I'm curious to try it out. It's currently selling at an introductory price of £9.99 at Boots so now is the time!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I've always wanted to try out something from the Charlotte Tilbury collection and the new <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=521607236&pid=uid2025-26409205-29&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank"><b>Instant Look in a Palette</b></a> release offers three eyeshadows, two blushes, a bronzer and a highlighter - the perfect product for a CT newbie such as myself. Unfortunately the palette is currently out of stock on the Charlotte Tilbury website but there is still limited available at a few UK department stores such as John Lewis. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Another palette I've been eyeing up is the <b><a href="http://www.sephora.com/becca-jaclyn-hill-champagne-collection-face-palette-P409115?skuId=1830835&icid2=D=c6:products%20grid:p409115" target="_blank">Becca x Jacyln Hill Champagne Face palette</a></b>. I haven't had the chance to go into Space NK and swatch the infamous Champagne Pop highlighter but from photos it looks beautiful. The limited edition face palette includes two powder highlighters - Champagne Pop and Prosecco Pop, two highlighting blushes and a bronzey shade. Depending on how eye-watering the price is, I'm tempted to invest in this gorgeous travel-friendly beauty that every beauty blogger is moving mountains to get hold of. At the moment there has only been a presale on Sephora.com but it should be in Space NK stores around the end of June. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">If I decide not to get the Champagne Face Palette, I'm also interested in the <b><a href="https://www.cultbeauty.co.uk/becca-blushed-radiance-kit.html" target="_blank">Becca Blushed Radiance Kit</a></b>. Similar to Charlotte Tilbury, it's sold out for now but there's an online wait list on CultBeauty.com which sounds promising! The kit includes a mini Backlight Priming Filter, a mini Shimmerng Skin Perfector in Opal, a mini Shimmering Skin Perfector Spotlight Wand in Moonstone and a mini Mineralise Blush in the shade Flowerchild. At £28.00 the kit contains so many products to try out and handy travel sizes that will probably still take forever to hit pan.</span><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03449057508297784362noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8073794221845901146.post-27058689505730554542016-05-25T21:56:00.002+01:002016-05-25T22:02:45.408+01:00The Nude Pink Lip Edit<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">The <a href="http://modernaudreyh.blogspot.de/2016/04/nyx-soft-matte-lip-creams-istanbul-and.html" target="_blank">NYX Soft Matte Lip Creams</a> are infamous in the blogging world and my favourite at the moment is <a href="http://modernaudreyh.blogspot.de/2016/04/nyx-soft-matte-lip-creams-istanbul-and.html" target="_blank">Istanbul</a>. The finish is matte and opaque but it doesn't make you look like a Barbie doll! The product is ridiculously easy to apply with a doe-foot applicator so it's perfect for when you're heading out the door in a rush. You'll need to top it up in a few hours but with the cupcake scent, it's a pleasure. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Finally I've been using this sample of the <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=429941604&pid=uid2025-26409205-29&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">Clarins Instant Light Natural Lip Perfector in Rose 01</a> on low maintenance makeup days when I just feel like adding a sheer wash of colour. I'm not a fan of lipglosses but this formula isn't overly sticky, it feels nicely hydrating and smells good enough to eat. I haven't tried the Clarins lip oils yet but they sound incredible.</span><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03449057508297784362noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8073794221845901146.post-25756967439318361542016-05-21T22:27:00.000+01:002016-05-22T12:20:48.109+01:00The Weekend Makeup Menu - Rose Gold & Copper Hues<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Since purchasing the <a href="http://modernaudreyh.blogspot.de/2016/04/nars-hammamet-eyeshadow-duo-spring-2016.html" target="_blank">NARS Hammamet palette</a>, I have been obsessed with rose gold and copper hues when it comes to makeup. I never thought shades like this would suit me but it turns out that in order to pull off certain colours, you just have to experiment with other aspects of your makeup. In this case, I worked out that a copper / rose gold eye look only really looks good (on me) with thick black eyeliner, lots of mascara, bold brows and a nude lip. I've been wearing this makeup combination quite frequently at work as well as weekends and even though it isn't the most summery colour scheme, I think the shades look good all year round. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Starting with the <a href="http://modernaudreyh.blogspot.de/2016/04/nars-hammamet-eyeshadow-duo-spring-2016.html" target="_blank">NARS palette</a>, I used the rose gold shade all over the lid with a Real Techniques Bold Metals oval shadow brush. I sometimes use <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=406788190&pid=uid2025-26409205-29&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">MAC's Paint Pot</a> in Bare Study as a base if I want to make the colour even more metallic and long-lasting. I then went in with the Soap and Glory Supercat eyeliner and the <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=274224725&pid=uid2025-26409205-29&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">Benefit They're Real mascara</a>. For brows I used <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=446071151&pid=uid2025-26409205-29&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">Benefit's Gimme Brow</a> but I definitely used more product than usual to create a natural but full brow effect. I'm so excited about the new Benefit Brow collection and I just know I'll be picking up a few things come launch date..</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Finally I picked up two of the new Soap and Glory lipsticks in <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=519184850&pid=uid2025-26409205-29&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">5th Avenue Nude</a> and <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=519184850&pid=uid2025-26409205-29&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">Pink Up, Girl</a>. The nude shade is a creamy matte formula which has a hint of brown but nothing along the lines of Velvet Teddy. You really need to wear a lip liner with these lipsticks and the perfect choice is <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=365027241&pid=uid2025-26409205-29&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">Rimmel's Eastend Snob</a>. Somehow it looks amazing with every lipstick it's paired with and I think it will be a permanent fixture in my makeup bag! Pink up Girl is a Satin finish which I would describe as a vintage pink that's flattering on any skin tone, hair colour and eye colour. These products smell amazing, like cupcakes, and although they're a bit pricey at £9 for a drugstore lipstick, they're the closest quality I've found to MAC lipsticks which we all know and love. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Flying with just hand luggage is always the worst. I always find that my suitcase is ridiculously crammed, I get stressed about which clothes to bring and more than anything - liquid restrictions. As you know, any liquids (including balms, pastes etc.) brought in hand luggage have to be under 150ml / g so if you want to bring beauty products, you have to be aware of measures. I've seen signs in airports that claim you can only bring a certain number of liquids, one bag or X number of liquids, but I've never had a problem. My top tip is to buy one or two clear makeup bags and put things into there rather than faffing about with plastic bags. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">- Benefit Mini Rockateur - <a href="http://modernaudreyh.blogspot.de/2016/03/the-blush-edit.html" target="_blank">Review</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">- NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream in Istanbul - <a href="http://modernaudreyh.blogspot.de/2016/04/nyx-soft-matte-lip-creams-istanbul-and.html" target="_blank">Review</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">- Bourjois Clubbing Liquid Eyeliner</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">- Benefit Gimme Brow - <a href="http://modernaudreyh.blogspot.de/2016/01/benefit-top-ten.html" target="_blank">Review</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">- Benefit Boi-ing - <a href="http://modernaudreyh.blogspot.de/2016/01/benefit-top-ten.html" target="_blank">Review</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">- Clarins Hydraquench Cream-Gel - <a href="http://modernaudreyh.blogspot.de/2016/05/clarins-hydraquench-review.html" target="_blank">Review</a></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">- Real Techniques Mini Makeup Brushes</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">- Zoeva Silk Finish 102 Foundation Brush - <a href="http://modernaudreyh.blogspot.de/2016/02/february-favourites.html" target="_blank">Review </a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">- Origins Mini Checks and Balances Face Wash - <a href="http://modernaudreyh.blogspot.de/2016/05/my-skincare-tips-and-holy-grail-products.html" target="_blank">Review</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Starting with the lipsticks, I have three that are quite well-known in the beauty world and they vary in colour and finish. My first MAC lipstick was <b>Creme Cup</b>, a gorgeous suit-all baby pink in a creamsheen finish. As you can tell, I've nearly finished the whole tube so it's a definite thumbs up from me. I recommend it to everyone for a perfect everyday universally flattering pink lipstick.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">The lipstick I bought to replace Creme Cup was <b>Snob </b>- a satin finish that when swatched looked very similar. Unfortunately on the lips it is very light and quite hard to wear. For lighter skintones I think it would be better to go for Creme Cup as pale lipsticks can really wash me out sometimes! I'm still experimenting with lipliners but I wouldn't say Snob is something I love. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Another lipstick I wasn't too jazzed about was <b>Rebel</b>. Again, it's a satin finish so it's not going to be as moisturising as the creamsheen equivalents. The dark berry colour is gorgeous but as takes time and effort to apply, I think I'll save it for Autumn Winter when plum tones are everywhere and I'm prepared to make the effort. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I have three powder eyeshadows from MAC and the two that are always hyped about are <b>All that Glitters</b> and <b>Satin Taupe</b>. All That Glitters is a peachy champagne shade that I mentioned in <a href="http://modernaudreyh.blogspot.de/2016/05/my-mac-duo-all-that-glitters-and-star.html" target="_blank">My MAC Duo</a> post (with swatches). It completely lives up to the hype and it looks stunning on its own with some liquid eyeliner and lashings of mascara. If you wanted to smoke it up a bit, Satin Taupe is a smoky grey shade that looks good with any skin or eye colour and is one of my most-used eyeshadows. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">The one Paint Pot I own by MAC is <b>Bare Study</b> - a shimmery gold tone that works amazingly under eyeshadows. The texture is really lovely and easy to apply, making it my best friend when I'm rushing my makeup in a morning. As much as I want to say I prefer the drugstore dupes, I can really see the quality here. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">The <b>HydraQuench Lotion</b> was the first expensive moisturiser I wanted to try and as it is eye-wateringly expensive at £36, I put it on my birthday wishlist last year. A replacement came at Christmas time as I now use it on a daily basis. The formula is nice and light, perfect under foundations and even has SPF 15. My skin type is combination as I have oily patches but it can also get a little dry so this moisturiser works well to keep everything balanced. It also doesn't have a strong scent and I find this with most Clarins products. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">The <b>Cream-Gel</b> is a recent purchase as I was looking for a new night cream to mix with my <b>Clarins Lotus Oil</b> - another holy grail product. The formula of the Cream-Gel isn't quite as thick as I'd like but it's a lovely texture and sinks into the skin very fast. I sometimes use this during the day too so it's a great multi-purpose all-rounder.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">The <b>Cream-Mask</b> reminds me a lot of the <b>Origins Drink Up Intensive Overnight Mask</b> and although I've only used it for the recommended 10 minutes, it's a similar hydrating mask that makes your skin feel plumper and more smooth. I'm using a sample size at the moment but as for purchasing the full size, I think I prefer the Origins alternative.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I never really knew what serums were for until I found the <b>Bi-Phase Serum</b> as part of a Clarins set. I like to use this on hot days when the sun takes all the moisture out of my skin and it works really well with the other HydraQuench products. You apply a thin layer either before or instead of a moisturiser. It's designed for extremely dry skin so I won't be buying the full size but I'd recommend it to dry skin types or people living in particularly hot or cold climates.</span><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03449057508297784362noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8073794221845901146.post-10596024480945607902016-05-03T09:00:00.000+01:002016-05-03T09:00:42.218+01:00My Skincare Tips and Holy Grail Products<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I'm far from a skincare expert but I love trying out new skincare products to see if they actually work and meet all their amazing claims. If they meet my standards I'll integrate them into my <a href="http://modernaudreyh.blogspot.de/2015/08/my-updated-skincare-routine.html">Skincare Routine</a> which is always changing depending on various factors such as weather and skin concerns. Today's post is about my skincare saviours and a few handy tips and changes that can make a huge difference in improving your skin. Some of them are quite obvious but you'd be surprised how many people I know that still make this skincare mistakes!</span><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> If you suffer from acne, this post probably won't provide a 'quick-fix' but hopefully a few of these tips and products might help in tandem with stronger acne treatments.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I'm guilty of this too but you should really wash your makeup brushes at least once a week or as often as you can for foundation brushes. There's so much bacteria that collects there and is simply being reapplied every time you use them. I like to use baby shampoo to wash my makeup brushes as it's a cheap way to keep your makeup brushes soft and clean. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">There are usually four ranges of skincare to pick from when you're in the drugstore - Dry, Oily, Combination and Sensitive. Pick products with good ingredients such as salicylic acid and stay away from those that promote wildly unrealistic spot-fighting claims as the ingredients can often be a little too harsh. The three main steps to any skincare routine should be Cleanse, Tone and Moisturise. My favourite cleanser at the moment is the <b><a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=464312524&pid=uid2025-26409205-29&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">Origins Frothy Face Wash</a></b> which is suitable for dry and oily skin types. For my moisturizer, I love anything by Clarins. I'll be posting a review of the HydraQuench range later this week! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I swear by the <b><a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=480012223&pid=uid2025-26409205-29&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">Origins Super Spot Remover</a></b> and you can find similar salyclic acid spot treatments in Boots. This ingredient helps to fight nasty spots and bumps even when they're still under the surface but you have to make sure you don't touch it too much as that just spreads the infection. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Facial exfoliators and <a href="http://modernaudreyh.blogspot.de/2016/03/the-art-of-multi-masking-with-origins.html">clay masks</a> work wonders when you can find the time to use them. It can be a hassle, I know, but I think the benefits outweigh the effort. These types of products supplement your skincare routine by preventing as well as tackling blemishes. The three masks I use on a regular basis is <b><a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=350240554&pid=uid2025-26409205-29&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">Origins Charcoal Mask</a></b> for a deep skincare overhaul, <b><a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=326944205&pid=uid2025-26409205-29&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">Out of Trouble Mask</a></b> for specific spot problems and <b><a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=464327832&pid=uid2025-26409205-29&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">Drink Up Intensive</a></b> for a hydration boost. For a full in-depth review check out my post <a href="http://modernaudreyh.blogspot.de/2016/03/the-art-of-multi-masking-with-origins.html" target="_blank">The Art of Multi-Masking with Origins</a>. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Facial oils aren't for everyone but I think the common misconception is that facial oils are just for those with dry skin. In reality, facial oils also work for oiler complexions because they minimise oil production because it tricks the face into thinking it doesn't need to produce any more oil. My favourite is the <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=323595677&pid=uid2025-26409205-29&site=www.shopstyle.co.uk" target="_blank">Clarins Lotus Oil</a>. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">This is definitely easier to do now the weather is warming up. Cutting out junk food and replacing it with good fats such as avocado and sweet potato can only do good things for your complexion. Certain vegetables such as sweet potato contain Vitamin A which is actually where the pricey skincare ingredient Retinol is derived from. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Again, summer weather helps with this tip but switching to a lighter coverage foundation stops your skin from being trapped under makeup and there are often other skincare benefits such as higher SPF formulas. At the moment I'm loving the <a href="http://modernaudreyh.blogspot.de/2016/04/the-spring-base-bourjois-city-radiance.html" target="_blank">Bourjois City Radiance foundation</a> which is SPF 30. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I hope you enjoyed this post. Everyone suffers from bad skin every now and again so I think it's good to share tips. Unfortunately there's no way to prevent hormonal breakouts but if you look to treatments such as the Orgins one you can minimise the impact.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I don't know about you, but my April has been pretty crazy. With loads going on at my internship, my family visiting and a university languages event in a castle, I feel like I haven't had a minute to myself. But as usual, it hasn't stopped me from trying out a load of new beauty products, some of which have been featured in other blog posts such as my <a href="http://modernaudreyh.blogspot.de/2016/04/think-pink-new-in-spring-beauty.html" target="_blank">New In Spring Beauty Haul</a>. The weather in Berlin is really unpredictable at the moment but for the most part it's been gloriously sunny. And whenever the weather warms up, my makeup seems to become more peachy and glowy - and I like it! So here a few products I've been obsessed with over the past month:</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">We all love a good </span><a href="http://modernaudreyh.blogspot.de/2016/02/my-highlight-heroes.html" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;" target="_blank">highlighter</a><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">and I don't think the </span><b style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">MAC Cream Colour Bases</b><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> get enough love in the blogger world. I'm always in a rush to get ready for work and this little creamy compact makes highlighting the tops of my cheeks really quick and effortless. I have the shade Shell and it works really well on my skintone without being overly glittery. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Finally, a perfume favourite! I was lucky enough to receive <a href="http://modernaudreyh.blogspot.de/2016/01/the-floral-fragrances-you-need-for.html" target="_blank">Ellenisia by Penhaligon's</a> as a Christmas present and it's the perfect delicate floral scent for the transition from spring to summer. The photo at the top is a little misleading as I've actually used around half of the product - sadly - so I might be switching things up next month to save what I have left for special occasions. </span><br />
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