Tuesday 5 August 2014

Morning Skincare

My skincare routine seems to have finally 'settled'. Whilst I do still enjoy chopping and changing my products around to suit my skin at the time, I've stayed quite loyal to these five, and they're doing a pretty good job.


My Emma Hardie Cleansing Balm is currently running painfully low. I received some money off vouchers from Feel Unique the other day... it's like they knew. This will 100% be repurchased time and time again. The smell, the feeling of it on my skin, and the cleansing effectiveness - 10/10.

Effaclar Duo [+] needs no explanation. See my full post HERE. I've actually been cutting down to using this 3-4 times a week instead of twice daily, as I no longer suffer from acne, (horray!!) and my dark marks have pretty much disappeared. It's a truly lovely product, and so easy to apply as it feels so light on the skin. I've recommended this product to so many people, and for good reason!

Daily sun protection is super important to me, so it's no wonder my La Roche-Posay Anthelios XL SPF50+ Dry Touch Gel-Cream (phew!) is also almost finished. I've just reviewed some more from the range HERE, so I won't go on about this too much, but it's definitely one of the best facial suncreams I've tried.

Now that I've cut down on my Effaclar Duo[+], it's made way for different exfoliants. I gave the Clarins Gentle Exfoliator Brightening Toner  a go on Amy's recommendation, and it's given me really good results so far. I use this a couple of times a week after cleansing in the morning. Remember your SPF after using this though, as exfoliating makes your skin more susceptible to UV damage! I sometimes swap this for the Pixi Glow Tonic as well, depending on whichever one is closest to me at the time! Both make my skin smoother and much, much more even in texture.

Finally, an occasional treat. The Clinique Moisture Surge Extended Thirst Relief  offers a big kick of hydration, so I actually love to use this around my eyes and the tip of my nose, and on any dry patches overnight. I feel it would be a little too rich for use all over (at the moment anyway!) but I can tell we're going to be good friends come winter, when my skin is a lot dryer overall.

Thanks for reading, and I hope you enjoyed this post! :) Have you given any of these products a go before?
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18 comments:

  1. I love the EH cleansing balm its so amazing if you want gorgeous glowing skin, and it smells absolutely incredible! The effaclar duo is also a winner if you have spots or acne it has completely changed my skin, it's actually a bit of a miracle really! You have impeccable taste in skin care :)

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    1. Thank you!! I'm glad they work for you as well, it's taken a while to perfect this little routine! :) xx

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  2. I have been planning on getting the Clarins toner too! I have tried a sample and already in love :-) I really like the Clinique moisturiser too.. in fact the intense version is even better.. as it still has the gel consistency but more hydration!

    TheConscienceFund

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    1. Ah good! Yes, it's so lovely even though at first when you apply it you think 'is this going to do anything?!'
      And I'll have to look into that intense version, might prove useful in the winter! xx

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  3. I really need to get into a skincare routine! I just never manage to stick to it :/
    Eilidh x

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    1. It's taken me a while to figure this one out, but it's so worth it when you find a routine that works for you! :) xx

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  4. I use the effaclar duo as well and I absolutely love it! x

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    1. It's great isn't it! I stopped using it for a while, then brought it back and realised what I had been missing! xx

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  5. I really need to try the Effaclar Duo+!
    I'm fed up of everyone raving about how it clears your skin up and I missing out haha!

    Mollie | The Fashion Of Craft | A Beauty, Fashion & Lifestyle Blog

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    1. I hate to say it but you are! ;) It's been a real miracle worker for me :) xx

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  6. These look great, I'm definitely interested in trying the La Roche-Posay Anthelios XL SPF50+ Dry Touch Gel-Cream!
    xo
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    1. Hahah, bit of a mouthful isn't it! It's so lovely :) xx

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  7. I love the Clinique moisture surge cream it's a godsend during the winter months when my skin goes all croc like, I'd love to try the La Roche posay spf it sounds brill xx

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    1. I'm looking forward to giving it a whirl when the colder weather arrives! :) xx

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  8. The Emma Hardie Balm is on my wish list too, I'm so tempted to order it as we head into the colder months. I love the Clarins Toner too, I'm so glad you're getting along well with it :) Thank you for the mention!
    Amy x | A Little Boat Sailing

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    1. You neeed to try it, grab it while the 15% off is still in full swing!! :) And that's alright! xx

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  9. The Emma Hardie Balm is so raved about, sounds like an amazing product! Haha yay that you got coupons! Definitely heading out to get the LRP Effaclar Duo. These breakouts are taking a major toll on my self-esteem... :(

    Sheri | Behind The Frames

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    1. Yep, and for good reason! ;) and I hope it can help you as much as it did me, it's truly a wonder product! :) xx

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