JULY FAVES 2014 - MAC, Toofaced & Dermalogica

A bit late on the July Faves I know, but it's better late then never, I can't believe that where already in July half the year gone apparently its also 20 Fridays till Christmas, SERIOUSLY CRAZY!

MAC - Trace Gold Blush $AUD 41
I have been loving this soft gold sparkle blush to warm up my face in this pale winter

MAC - Lady Danger $AUD 36
Since Dying the ends of my hair copper, I have got a whole new confidence in wearing this bright lip in winter, it just goes with my hair so well LOVE IT!

TOO FACED - Better than sex $AUD 31.95
This Turns my lashes into long think spider legs and i love it! I wore falses on the weekend and really i couldn't even tell the difference in my normal eyes whilst wearing this mascara then falses.

MAC - DUCHESS Quad - Sharon Osbourne Collection $AUD 68
I'am the most impatient person ever so when this Quad came out and people in America where posting about it, I was like AHHH I MUST HAVE IT! So I went on ebay and bought this amazing gem! One of my favourite palette I love  Sweet eyes and Sexy Eyes (The first two colours in the palette) I really have to see which MAC colours are similar in the permanent collection so I can buy them when I hit pan on this quad

DERMALOGICA -Precleanse $AUD 52.50
I am sure people are so sick of me talking about Dermalogica Precleanse but I'am just so in love with the concept of this oil base product, It helps melt down my makeup helping my cleanser really work into my skin

NIGHTLY ROUTINE - With Dermalogica and Clarisonic

I've talked about some of theses products before, and surprisely enough, they are still part of my beauty regime.

As I have oily/combo skin, I tend to stick towards a heavy full coverage long lasting foundation.
I've tried many different face cleansers and they have either left remains of my foundation on my skin still or has been too much of a strangle to actually wash my face. Sometimes can even use multiple pumps of a cleanser which then can become an expensive issue always having to repurchase that product.

Before having a shower, I always start with Dermalogica Precleanse, When I first started using this product I was using it so incorrectly I was wondering why it wasn't working for me (I put the oil based product on a cotton wool round, then wiped Let me tell you it did not work!!) I actually ended up reading the instructions and your meant to apply on dry face and now it actually works amazingly.
After I rubbed the product around getting most of my makeup of the skin I then proceed to jump in the shower and wash off product.

After that I use Dermalogica medibac clearing skin wash to cleanse and work that into my skin with my Clarisonic Mia to get rid of any excess makeup.

I love my Clarisonic I bought it a couple years ago, but this is the first time I've used it religiously for a long period of time. (I might do a review on it)

After that depending on how my skin is I will apply some Dermalogica Active Moist and Dermalogica Active Toner

Otherwise, I continue to always use my Dermalogica Overnight Clearing gel I do still get some blemishes but there mostly hormonal I think.


Since using this routine for the last couple of months, my skin has definitely improved a lot I wish I had taken pictures of before and after.
Also, I wanted to say Yes Dermalogica is on the more pricey but for me it has lasted quite a long time already! I have seen the results and you get what you pay for I always believe
They also sell starter kits which can help to see if you like it or not.
I think it's worth to give the kit a go if you are definitely looking for a new skincare regime.

MY FAVES FOR OILY/COMBO - SKINCARE & MAKEUP

After Posting Numerous pictures on instagram of my fave products I have found for oily and combo skin And getting a few requests I decided to write a post on what I like to use on my oily skin.

Skincare 

(I have only been using these current products for a short time, so theses are just my reviews on how I've seen results as of now)

The good thing about Dermalogica is its recommended from beauty therapist  all over the world, the price can't doubt people on theses products, but I always say that you get what you paid for.

Dermalogica Medibac Cleansing Face wash: I've been using this for a couple of weeks, and I can see my skin texture is already changing my acne is also shrinking and currently only have hormonal breakouts which can't be helped.
It has an unusual but nice smell to it sort of smells like aloe Vera mixed with something else ha-ha can't quite put my finger on it! It lathers up quite well and also when using my Clarisonic. It hasn't Stripped my skin or anything from being too strong BUT I did buy the active moist, which is a light moisturizer purpose for oily skin.

Dermalogica Active Moist: Again been only using this for a couple of weeks, tend to only wear it at night or if not wearing any makeup. Dermalogica recommends this for people who are on the oilier side as it soaks up oil but is oil-free.
When applying this I only use the Tiniest bit ever! And apply all over my face, it soaks in so well and doesn't even feel like you have applied any, it doesn't leave your skin, oily like most moisturizers do, even if they say their oil free and don't cause more "oil" Haven't tried, but if you're very oily they also have one called oil control lotion - Dermalogica: 'An oil-free, feather-light lotion to help hydrate while reducing shine. Non-greasy formula soothes irritated skin and helps eliminate congestion while preventing future breakouts. Microspheres help absorb oil on the skin's surface, leaving skin with an all-day matte finish. Formulated without artificial fragrances and colors.' But I also think that they would be more suited for someone during the day not at night, this one is light enough for wearing under makeup I feel.

Dermalogica Overnight Clearing Gel: This clearing gel, is one of the best I've treated I feel it helps with Preventing and getting rid of present pimples, not much I can say about this product as of yet, but I'll still continue to use it. Dermalogica says: 'An overnight treatment that helps clear skin, calm inflammation and prevent future breakouts by reducing excess sebum, removing impaction plugs and eliminating bacteria that contribute to congestion. Contains no artificial fragrance or color'

Makeup

Primer- Smashbox Photo finish Light + Blemish Control: When using the Smashbox photo finish Blemish control it is best to use with another primer otherwise if used on whole face I was advised it can cause your face to become very dry as it has acne preventing ingredients.

Foundations - I'am still looking for the perfect foundation for my skin type but I do prefer a matte and stay long foundation - For some reason I always end up back at Revlon colorstay, I do also like MAC studio fix and Makeup forever Matte Foundation and Estee Lauder Double wear Light.

Powder- MAC Blot Pressed Powder: I don't know why this powder is not talked about more it has done amazing things for my skin, I don't even have to worry about if I have oiliness coming through, and the fact that it lasts all day is amazing! And if I do have natural oils slightly appearing I don't mind because it look like my skin is just really healthy.


There possibly could be a part 2 of this blog post so stay tune!

SKINCARE HAUL - DERMALOGICA, CLARISONIC AND SMASHBOX

Smashbox photo finish Blemish control primer, Clarisonic Deep Clean brush, Dermalogica MediBac Clearing Skin kit, Active moist and multi Active toner 

MediBac Clearing skin kit

If you read my blog regularly or have me on instagram then you would know that I want all sorts of different skin care products, I'am giving this a shot hopefully it works ill give a full review in the next month. 

Multi Active Toner + Active toner

Multi Active Toner and Active moist i have seen theses in most peoples dermalogica faves and they have neither of theses in the kit so i thought id get the toner in a small size and just go with a whim on the active moist.

Smashbox Photofinish more than primer - Blemish Control

I got a sample of this a while ago and loved it, but because its to rich to use all over face (blemish treatment) I decided to get the Smashbox light one which is also great for oily skin, but i still wanna give this a shot on my terrible acne.

Clarisonic - Deep Cleansing

I decided to purchase this because again could be the reason of my acne troubles not sure, but I looked at my recent brush head and it was disgusting! So time for a new one!