Avon Clearskin

About a month ago, I mentioned that I brought a couple of items from the Avon Clearskin range,

I have tried all but one of the Clearskin Professional range and have been pretty impressed, So wanted to see how the Clearskin products compared: 

Both the Blackhead clearing and blemish Clearing masks were pretty cheap, and are still half price at the moment from Avons website. I paid just £2.00 for the Blemish Clearing mask and £1.75 for the blackhead clearing mask

'Peel off mask helps to reduce the appearance of blemishes and improve skin clarity,

To use: Every p.m after cleansing, cover affected area with a thin layer and allow to dry overnight then peel off in the morning'

Honestly, I really didn't get along with this product as much as I wanted too,

Its quite sticky which is pretty annoying after a while, plus for me- Break outs seem to be around the chin area, Using it here was SO uncomfortable and I just had the urge to scratch it off!

The first time I used it I woke up pretty much in pain, I don't quite know why because after trailing it again I woke up fine, and redness had gone down however traces of the mask seemed to have pealed them self of in the night.

I did find away around the problem though, I started to use it of an evening on break outs until the product dried- I would then peal it off leaving the skin underneath feeling fresh and clean.

Personally this isnt the first product I would reach for if my skin starts to breakout, However it makes a pretty good back up and is something I'll be holding on to.

Click HERE if you want to try this for yourself

'Helps lift out dirt, debris and excess oil which can lead to blackheads, to revive, refresh and deep clean all in one,

To use: Apply a thin layer to face, wait until mask turns white, Rinse thoroughly, use 2-3 times per week'

I had a much better experience with this product, from the first use I really noticed a difference,

I don't use it 2-3 per week- in fact I barely make that many uses a month, I feel like It could be drying on skin if it was used that often, But just using it once or twice every couple of weeks makes a real difference,

This is a product that I will continue to use and will last for ages,

Such a steal at £1.75 click HERE to buy your own

Overall, I really like this range- Despite not having the best experience with the blemish clearing mask,

I really want to try more products. Do you guys use anything from this range? 

Soap & Glory - Thick & Fast

I mentioned a few posts back that I received a free Soap & Glory mascara with Elle magazine,

'This false lash effect mascara creates amazingly, longer, fuller, fabulous lashes. Featuring SUPERFILL™ False Lash Fillers, SHINE AMPLIFIERS, and NOFLAKE24 technology'

I was a little worried about the brush size at first, after trying 'Collection 2000's big false lash effect mascara'- I've tended to stay away from them, That was until I discovered this little beauty! 

The black and pink packaging is pretty simple, although I've always been a huge fan of Soap & Glory's normal fun packaging!

I really enjoyed using this brush- Despite the bush being pretty big the end of it allowed me to get right into the corner lashes.

And now for my shockingly bad before and after images- For some reason I couldn't get the lighting right and ended up using the flash- My eyes just look terrible!

After just one coat, I love the look it gives my lashes. Its quickly become my everyday mascara!

The mascara retails for £10 and can be found here at boots, I definitely see myself buying this over and over again!

Primark beauty nail wraps

I brought these nail wraps a couple of days after Christmas after popping into primark while shopping in the sales, Shockingly- I completely forgot to post about them until now!

I was actually pretty surprised at the tiny price tag, I know Primark is known for being cheap- but a pound for some great looking nail wraps is pretty amazing..

I followed all the instructions listed on the back of the packet, hoping for great results

 Instead I was pretty disappointed, I don't think the nail wraps were to blame, It was my first experience and I just didn't seem to master the art of it. They seemed to break pretty easily and the back just wasn't sticky enough!

I lasted ten minutes before I got really annoyed and pealed all but one off, although I was pretty happy with the end result when I paired it up with Revlon's nail enamel in sliver:

So there you have it my first (And probably last) experience with nail wraps,

I would recommend these to anyone trying nail wraps for the first time, I mean I would have been gutted if I would have paid out for some of the more expensive ones and ended up using one.

Final thoughts:Avon Advance Techniques Damage repair

I'm pretty much in constant battle with my hair, Whenever I cut it it feels miles too short, then when it gets to my preferred length, I start to notice split ends, So when I saw Avon's Advance Techniques Damage repair 5 day rescue treatment reduced to just £1.50, I had to give it a try:

'Formulated with Creatine and Panthenol which help to smooth, strengthen and fortify each strand, to prevent breakage and spilt ends'

For each day you are given a sachet filled with 5ml of product, to apply to clean, towel dried hair- Then style and usual..I was a little worried that the product may cause my hair to feel/look greasy, But I honestly noticed no difference whether I was letting my hair dry naturally overnight or using heat to dry it during the morning..

I really like the idea of having sachets, because they really help in knowing how much product to use.

After just one use my hair felt so much stronger..Since starting the treatment there has been little breakage, I'm seriously impressed by this product! Plus its extremely easy to use, I'm proud to say I managed to repeat the treatment everyday- And I have to be the worlds worst for sticking to a routine.

(Sorry for the terrible image! Its the only one I seem to have)

The product itself felt almost silky, I would rub it into my hair with my finger tips after washing each night. I also really liked the smell of this!

Grab your own treatment for just £1.50 HERE on Avons website!

My latest buys..

Since I've managed to borrow a lead for my phone, I figured I'd show you guys what I picked up over the weekend:

Superdrug Dry Shampoo (Head In The Clouds)- The link is to the 50ml version, although I picked up the 150ml for just 99p.  I'm not to sure why I brought it, I just saw it in Superdrug's window and it was calling my name..I haven't had the chance to use it yet, But It does have a strong smell to it - I do like it, although it does remind me a bit too much of alcohol!

Herbal Essences Beautiful Ends Intensive Mask and Protection cream - Both cost me just £1.95 from superdrug, both products are really nice sizes and should last me for ages! Lately I have become really aware of the ends of my hair, and want to keep them in good condition- So I cant wait to give these products a try!

The March issue of Elle comes with Soap and Glory's Thick & Fast mascara free! I have really enjoyed using the mascara and cant wait to review it for you guys!

Nivea Pearly Shine - I really wanted to try this product because all of my lip balms seem to be really plain! I really like the smell and taste, and again- I look forward to getting round to reviewing this product.

Nivea Visage, Tinted moisturising day cream- I've wanted to try a tinted moisturiser for a while now, So when I saw this for just £2.02 it went straight into my basket- Again another product that deserves a review! Hopefully I'll catch up in my week off of college next week!

Do you guys own any of these products? What do you make of them?

More Avon Goodies!

It's official, this addiction is out of control:

Eternal Magic mini Eau de toilette Spay £6.75 £2.00

I am, pretty much in love with my Vera Wang set at the moment, but I wanted a small spray to keep in my bag. I didn't get a chance to smell this before buying, but after reading all the good reviews I decided just to go for it. or £2.00 you really cant go wrong. I'm not to sure about the smell (My blocked nose really doesn't help) but it seems to get better after a while of spraying..

An absolute steal at just £2.00!

Clearskin Professional Invisible blemish treatment £5.00 £1.50

I really like this range from Avon, I now own the whole collection apart from the scrub. It looks really promising and I cant wait to give it a go plus the sale price was amazing so I had to try...

Perfect Wear Make Up Remover £5.00 £1.50

I don't know why I brought this if I'm honest. Probably something to do with the discount knowing me!The first thing I noticed about this product was how small it is! Its seriously tiny (50ml) for a make up remover that was supposedly £5! Despite my first impressions, I am looking forward to using this, I'm always looking for a make up remover that does a good job at removing my eye make up - Fingers crossed, this may be the one!

Advance techniques damage repair 5 day rescue treatment £6.50 £1.50

My hair is in desperate need of help at the moment, so I figured why not give these a try. Inside the box contains five 5ml Sachets which remind me of free samples you are likely to get in magazines..There is not much in the way of instructions for this product, five day treatment? What does that even mean? Am I meant to use the product consecutively for five days? Or is it purely just five of the same product designed for use when i need it? A little help please Avon!

What do you guys make of my new goodies? What Avon products do you love right now?

Lip Love

It's no secret that I'm a sucker for anything cute, Which is why I couldnt resist when I saw these for just £2.50 in the boots sale..

They're great everyday lip balms, If my lips were to dry- I would probably go straight back to my beloved Carmex. But until then, I shall continue to enjoy these lip balms daily. My favourite has to be  Toffee kisses because of the AMAZING smell,

What lip products are you guys using at the moment?