Can I really be writing about this Summer's Holiday favourites already? Doesn't seem like two minutes since I was rushing around like an idiot trying to get the packing done (getting all stressed out as I do every year!). And then we were there ... South of France, gorgeous villa, fantastic weather (30+ degrees most days!), good food and company - what more could you want? And then we were back ... and it all seems like a distant memory ... so here are few bits that I snapped whilst we were on holiday that stood out for me ...
Bare Minerals Complexion Rescue - I knew this would be ideal for holiday and I was right! I only used a small amount to add a smidge of cover and it did a brilliant job of keeping in with the 'no make-up look' - will definitely repurchase for use again next summer. Full review here.
Mally Under Eye Brightener - this isn't only a summer staple - it's an all-year-round staple to help combat dark circles and under eye shadows! Reviewed here this particular pot was coming to an end so I just shoved it in my make-up bag as I didn't have a travel size to take. I've since reordered a kit with both the same size pot (which honestly seems to go on for a couple of years!) and a handy travel size which will be saved for next year's holiday!
Bourjois Cream Blush in Sweet Cherry and 1 Seconde Volume in Ultra Black - a couple of winners here from Bourjois! I reviewed Sweet Cherry last year here - it's a lovely natural looking everyday blush perfect for holiday. I'm about to write up my review of 1 Seconde Volume up but I think it will be a good one - say no more!
Philip Kingley Elasticizer and Daily Damage Defence and Color Wow One Minute Transformation Styling Cream - moving onto hair products! I've used Elasticizer for years, this travel size came with a recent Elasticizer kit from QVC and is so convenient to use on holiday, just stick it on late afternoon, sit out in the sun to catch those last rays and then just wash out when you go in to shower - easy and effective! The Daily Damage Defence is brilliant for reviving frizz prone hair, leaving it soft without any crispiness. Similarly the Color Wow Styling Cream smooths hair with a tiny bit of texture, yet doesn't weigh hair down or leave it sticky or greasy and you only need a small amount! I left my hair to dry naturally after mostly every wash on this year's holiday and these two styling products really helped to control the inevitable frizzies and stop me looking like an extra from the Hair Bear Bunch!
Batiste Blush Dry Shampoo - I picked up this travel size on a last minute shopping trip before we went. It does leave a bit of white cast on darker hair if you spray too close but nothing that can't be 'rubbed out' once massaged in and helps to refresh and give hair a decent amount of volume at the roots. I'd buy again to take away!
Large sun-hat and and equally large box of French Rose - a couple of obvious favourites for a hot holiday ... I don't think I need explain why!
One more favourite ... (sigh!) ... the view from our balcony ... (further sighs!) ... lovely isn't it!
What have been your holiday favourites this year?
Jen x
Your holiday looks fabulous, Jenny. I discovered Liz Earle make up for my holiday this year. I needed a tinted moisturiser rather than full foundation and the sheer tint wax suggested to me. I also bought the nude blush and bronzer and I loved all three products. Perfect for summer! Lynne xx
ReplyDeleteIt was Lynne but it's a distant memory now! Love the look of the Liz Earle blushers - must have a try! xx
DeleteWe're just looking at houses near beziers for next summer's holiday, your pictures gave us the impetus to go back there! The Vichy sunscreen sounds good! I can finally access your blog again, woohoo! x
ReplyDeleteGood to have you back Gaelle! Love it around Beziers (as you know) - wouldn't it be funny if we were near each other for holiday next year! xx
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