Wedding Prep : Skin

IAccording to my trusty wedding countdown ap, it is now just over 3 months  until I will be standing at the front of the church saying 'I do'.

But with so little time left, I really do need to start thinking about my skin. We all know that great skin isn't just about that your putting on your face, it's also about what your putting into your body.

Kick start...
My first stop for getting going on my skin cleanse is Boots. I dropped in yesterday to pick up some Perfectil Original. These daily multivitamins are designed to compliment your normal routine and contain over 20 micro-nutrients such as B2, B3 and Biotin.

Biotin is needed for cell growth, the production of fatty acids and the metabolism of fats and amino acids (according to good old Wikipedia). So in short, it is great for strengthening hair and nails. It is part of the 'B complex' group of vitamins and can even help with your eyes and liver. I currently already take B Vitamins as I find they give me a kick when I am tried and run down. However be warned they can turn your wee an interesting greeny colour.

As well as picking up some vitamins specifically for my skin, hair and nails. I also grabbed a mammoth tub Boots own Omega Oils 3, 6 and 9. Your body cannot produce omega 3 and 6 itself even though they are really important in maintaining cells. These fats are meant to be great for improving your health including your mental ability. Topping up on omega 3, 6 and 9 can help with your immune system, which means no horrible colds and bugs for the big day!

On the outside
I have also been making some changes to my skin too. A few weeks ago I had laser eye surgery which meant I couldn't wear foundation for a whole week. At first this was just horrific. I never leave the house without make up and hate being bare faced. But I seriously cannot believe how much of a difference it made to my skin. Being able to breathe for once mean my skin was able to unclog and has been so clear ever since. With this in mind, I am going to attempt to wear no make up the week before my wedding in order to give it a kick start.

I recently also purchased the wonderful and amazing GlamGlow. I mean this stuff really is fantastic, I cannot speak highly enough about the experience I have had with this product. I did a treatment this morning and am planning on keeping this up every 2 weeks before the big day, giving me another 8 treatments! (OMG it's really coming around quickly!)

I wrote a blog about GlamGlow back in February if you are interested to read some more... (http://thehighendmakeupgirl.blogspot.co.uk/2015/02/glamglow-supermud-clearing-treatment.html)

I have also finally given myself a pretty good skin routine!! It's amazing how much of a difference this has already made to my skin in just a few months. Although if you read my most recent blog on assessing your skin type, Hello Fashion Magazine suggest that you should switch things up during the month to keep your skin happy.

Everyone's skin is different and you know your skin better than anyone else, so if your happy and you have great skin, then stick it what your doing!

I will be going an updated skin care routine next week, but below is a quick overview of products I am currently using:

1. Shu Uemura Cleansing Oil - 2 times a day
2. Creme De La Mer Soft Cream - AM
3. Creme De La Mer Treatment Lotion  - AM
4. Garnier Essentials Micellar Cleansing Water - 2 times a day
5. GlamGlow - every other week

DLJ 

Xoxo

GlamGlow : SuperMud Clearing Treatment

This product has been on my wish list for a little while and featured in my 2015 Wish List blog at the beginning of the year. After writing that blog I wanted this even more so ended up ordering it that day haha.

GlamGlow offer a number of different mud masks for different needs. I decided on their SuperMud Clearing Treatment as it is specifically designed for blemishes and breakouts, which is where I need help the most. Slowly, my skin is starting to get there in terms of acne, but it needs a little push in the right direction. This face mask has also won a whole host of awards such as:

(http://www.glamglowmud.com/supermud.html)

The unwrapping of this face mask is an event in itself. Beautifully presented, the packaging is quite large vs the size of its contents but I love the thought that has been put into this. It's clear that this whole packaging, the face mask, the design, has all had significant thought put into it.

You can use GlamGlow as either an all over mask or as an individual spot treatment. Each tub contains approximately 17 full face applications or 1,000 spot treatments! For my first application I decided to go for a full face treatment. And don't I look just wonderful?!

You can seriously see how open my pores are around my nose! It's just so vile. I left the mask on for around 10 mins or so, then removed it using warm water on a clean cloth. The texture is really thick, but it does dry / set quite quickly.

After just one application I saw a noticeable difference! My skin felt so smooth and looked clearer. This effect lasted for around 3/4 days. The website suggests that you can use this 2/3 per WEEK! Personally I think that's a bit overkill. My plan is to use this treatment once a month in hope that by August I will have beautifully clear skin ready for my wedding.

But what's in it?

1. Glycolic – Helps Restore Photo Damaged Skin & Improves Skin Texture.
2. Salicylic – Helps De-clog to Minimize Pores & New Skin Rejuvenation.
3. Lactic – Helps Pigmentation, Moisture, Stimulation & Skin Collagen.
4. Mandelic – Helps Fine Lines, Wrinkles, Aging Skin & Skin Elasticity.
5. Pyruvic – Helps the Effects of Scaring & Clearer Skin.
6. Azelaic – Helps Fight Follicle Bacteria & Breakouts.
7. Eucalyptus Lead - Helps Fight Toxic Skin Complications.
8. Licorice Root - Helps Regulate & Alleviate Problem Skin.
9. Peppermint Plant - Helps Control Bacteria & Irritations.
10. Chamomile - Helps Inflammation & Regeneration.
11. Marigold - Helps Fight Viral & Microbial Issues.
12. Comfrey Herb - Helps Analgesic Recovery.
13. Aloe Vera – Helps Healing & Rejuvenation.
14. Ivy – Helps Relieve Itching & Tightens Skin.
15. Cucumber - Helps Soothe & Calm Skin.

(http://www.glamglowmud.com/supermud.html)

Is it worth it?

The RRP on this mask it £44.99, but I picked mine up when it was on special offer at £34,99 from FeelUnique.com. I would definitly recommend this face mask. It left my skin feeling so nice and looking really clean. I hate it when you buy a face mask and your face doesn't look like its benefited at all, this mask is the total opposite. After one application you will see results!

Let me know how you get on with it if you decide to buy!

DLJ

Xoxo

2015 wishlist

It's always good to start the year knowing what you want to achieve. I have set my own personal goals for the year, now it's time to look at my make up goals!

I am going to start with skin care as this is top of my list for the year ahead. I am getting married in August and really should have started getting my skin ready like yesterday, but that's life! So when I do finally get around to ordering in some new products, here's whats on my list for skin care.

GLAMGLOW® SUPERMUD® Clearing Treatment

This is something that has been on my list for a little while. I am really interested in trying this as I want my skin to have a deep clean every month before my wedding. I've heard fantastic review so far, so this is defiantly something I want to try this year.

(Picture : http://www.feelunique.com/p/GLAMGLOW-SUPER-MUD-34g)

theBalm Mary Lou Manizer Luminizer

Another product that I have seen so many times on so many blogs and reviews. I have to admit, in the past I have not been so fussed on finding a good highlighter. It really isn’t something I have thought that my make-up routine needed, but the more time I spend on make-up looks and trying to develop my ability, the more I think this is something that I need in my collection.

(Picture : http://www.feelunique.com/p/theBalm-Mary-Lou-Manizer-Luminizer-8.5g)

Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Wiz

I have already fallen in love with Anastasia Beverly Hills Dipbrow Pomade over the last year, but I’m fancy trying her brow wiz as well. Not because I don’t want to use her dipbrow pomade, but because I want a softer, more natural option in my make-up bag. I find that Dipbrow Pomade is great for bold, defined brows, but on lazy days, I think this might be the perfect product.

(Picture : http://www.beautybay.com/cosmetics/anastasiabeverlyhills/browwiz/)

Billion Dollar Brows Brow Gel 3ml

On the subject of brows, Billion Dollar Brows is another make I keep coming across in blogs and reviews. I’m in serious need of a brow gel at the moment as I am in the process of reshaping my brows, which can be quite tricky and require a little bit of holding power until they are ready.

(Picture : http://www.beautybay.com/skincare/billiondollarbrows/browgel/)

GHD CURVE CLASSIC WAVE WAND

I want this so much! I have been a GHD lover since I was about 16 and have been using their straighteners ever since. I have tried to curl my hair with them on a few occasions, sometimes with luck, but more often than not, with little success. So I feel that really, for the sake of anyone having to be around me when I attempt to curl my hair, it would be better for everyone if I had these in my life.

(Picture : http://www.lookfantastic.com/ghd-curve-classic-curl-tong/11058313.html)

Sigma F80 Flat Top Kabuki Brush

After watching the wonderful Jaclyn Hill for what seems like years, this is defiantly on my want list. I have been using Real Techniques for a while now, but I still want to give this brush a try! And it's a simpliar price to the Real Techniques brushes! 

(Picture : http://www.cocktailcosmetics.co.uk/prod/sigma-f80-flat-top-kabuki-brush)

But with a wedding to pay for, all of the above are staying on the wish list for the time being. Maybe a few little treats might come my way, so watch this space 

DLJ xoxo