Sunday, November 20, 2011

French Pharmacy products v3

My love of French Pharmacy products is still continuing and I've been meaning to post what I bought when I was in Corsica back in August (naughty blogger!). I realised I was spending a small fortune on beauty products in summer so I've been trying to cut back and only replace what I need...considering I'm currently using three different cleansers, it's not going well. My collection of Nuxe products keeps growing and I absolutely LOVE this brand. Their products are divine and such good value. If you come across it, I highly recommend trying.

What I'm currently using: 
Nuxe Body Lait Fluide Corps 24 Hr Moisturising Lotion - this is now my absolute favourite body moisturiser. I used to stock up on Sephora's body milk whenever I visited France as it's light, but this smells divine and is moisturising without being heavy or sticky.

Nuxe Crème Fraîche de Beauté - I first tried this as a sample and love it, so I bought the full size. It's a light formula and has a mousse consistency. It doesn't make my skin oily and is available in a light version. If you have dry skin, this probably isn't for you. It best for normal/combination skin.

Nuxe 3 Roses Gentle Aromatic Exfoliant - I have only just started using this and really like it. Like the Fondant Body Scrub I use, it has walnut grains to gently exfoliate your skin. It doesn't smell like roses strangely - it's more like a nutty, essential oil smell.

Nuxe Rive de Miel Gentle Cleansing Gel - I really love this, and prefer it to the 3 Roses Foam Cleanser! It gets my make-up off and it's a lovely creamy consistency. It includes honey, lime-blossom and peach so it smells nice too. 

Lierac Paris Demaquillant Velours Cleansing Oil - I've loved cleansing oils ever since using Shu Uemura's purifying cleansing oil. I decided to try this and I like it, although I don't use it everyday. It is excellent for removing every trace of make-up, so I use it if I'm wearing heavy make-up. There is no need for an eye make-up remover afterwards, however I find cleansing oils require a good moisturiser afterwards as they are slightly drying (good for oily skin funnily enough!).

Bioderma Crealine TS H20 Make up Remover - This is probably the most popular (and well-known) French Pharmacy product and I've read many rave reviews before purchasing it. I've never been a fan of eye make-up removers as they always hurt my eyes. I tend to just use good ol' Ponds Cold Cream or use my skin cleanser with a face washer (this doesn't work with a foam I should add, which is why I prefer gels). This really is an excellent product. It's gentle and doesn't hurt my eyes at all! Make-up artist Lisa Eldridge swears by it for removing model's make-up without stripping their faces. Definitely recommend it!

You can buy Nuxe, Caudalie and Lierac on lookfantastic.com and feelunique.com.

You can see my first two French Pharmacy posts here. NHG x

                                                                                      

Saturday, November 5, 2011

Jumpers are the new blazer

I don't know about you, but I need a break from the blazer. I have about six of them, all in different colours, and this season I've ditched them for the jumper (or sweater as it's know in the US).

I've worn jumpers in place of a blazer twice this week, and both times I've received compliments. One colleague even asked, "Do you mind if I copy you?" so I'm hoping to get everyone into the comfortable, winter vibe by next week! ;)

I thought there was a slight risk that people would think I'd turned up in my weekend outfit, but with a statement necklace, the look isn't too casual. I don't normally wear heels, but adding a pair would really pull together the look for a more formal office...especially with a lovely cashmere number. It's a whole lot more cosy than wearing a blazer, and you can wear over a dress, with a skirt or trousers.

I don't own many skirts (I'm a dress girl) so by adding the jumper, you can instantly change the whole look of a dress too (bonus!). What do you think? Will you be wearing glammed up jumpers this season? NHG x

Outfit details: Blush pink jumper, COS; bird print dress, French Connection; suede wedge boots, Zara; black wool coat, Whistles; flower necklace, Mimco, Bayswater bag, Mulberry.