Korres Gets Ready for Summer!

As I am sitting in my bed, simultaneously, watching Bones, deep conditioning, perusing Sephora.com and blogging, I came to the conclusion that I have not truly made the move from spring makeup to summer makeup, heres where Korres comes in. This amazing set, entitled Mediterranean Sun Color Collection looks perfect for those hot summer days when full on makeup is just too much. The kit includes illuminating bronzer, cherry full color lip gloss and the line's signature deep color mascara. I have been a fan of Korres for awhile now, their products are not only 100% natural but they also perform...and trust me ladies, I have high standards! While I do not yet own this kit (its just a matter of time!) I have tried the mascara and the lip color and love both of them. The mascara is extremely hydrating, does not flake and provides intense color...oh and it smells like olive oil. The lip gloss is super moisturizing, not sticky with just a hint of color and a great cherry flavor. The bronzer looks amazing too and I can't wait to try it. It contains Monoi oil which is meant to hydrate the skin and provide a "glow". Oh and the best part about this kit? It comes with an adorable bag with a giant sun flower on the front...perfect for carrying all of your summer must-haves!

Get your own Korres Mediterranean Sun Color Collection Kit here

Photo Credits: Sephora

Wallet Friendly Wednesdays: Mac Volcanic Ash Exfoliator

After reading several reviews of Mac's Volcanic Ash Exfoliator, I had to try it.  Even the descriptions did not live up to the actual product itself.  This stuff is seriously Holy Grail worthy! The texture is a little bit softer than sand but its also rather sticky, it does not drip at all which is a plus! The more you rub the product in the more the ash dissolves, leaving a creamy, foamy cleanser.  The cleanser rinses away easily and leaves skin feeling smooth, soft and surprisingly moisturized.  I have tried so many facial exfoliators, especially in the summer because my skin is so oily, but this one is by far the best! 

Photo Credit MAC

Tanagement

As I mentioned in my last post, I have recently stumbled across several natural, paraben free tanners.  Nature's Gate Tanagement is one of my new favorites! It is a gradual tanner that provides extremely natural color.  While it doesn't smell great, the scent disappears within five minutes.  I noticed a small change in color after the first application, however after the second I looked like I had just come back from a tropical vacation! Also, the fact that it has no parabens is always a plus for my sensitive skin!

Check it out here

Photo Credits Naturesgate.com

Banana Boat Disappointment

As the second "faux-glow" product I have tried, I thought this would be my favorite after all of the great reviews I read about it.  I was very disappointed.  I loved the custom color dial and the smell faded quickly, however, it left hardly any color on my skin.  I have fair, Irish skin and so I bought the lotion designed for "light" skin.  You would honestly have to be pale as a ghost for this product to tan your skin.  Even on the darkest setting I hardly developed a tan.  I attempted to find lotion for darker skin but after stops at several Targets I have still been unable to find it. Overall I wouldnt recommend this lotion unless it is the first time you are using tanner and you need to build a good base.  Don't worry though today I found several amazing paraben free self tanners at my local Whole Foods that Im going to give a try soon!

sunless tanner of the day

Ok so I have finally decided to give up tanning in a bed.  Not that I have a habit or anything, I typically only use it before major events.  Anyways, I have decided to dedicate the next few posts to sunless tanners in order to complete my quest for the holy grail of tanning lotions.  I will include both tanning creams as well as gradual tanning lotions.  My first review is Loreal Sublime Bronze Gelee.  This particular product caught my attention because of the unique gel formula and I have to say it worked fairly well.  It provided very natural color overnight.  My only qualm is that the gel form takes forever to dry and leaves your skin feeling sticky for at least an hour- which made me worry about getting it on clothing and sheets.  Overall though a very good tanner, particularly for those who want a deep color, quickly.

Underarmy?

So on my weekly perusal of sephora.com I stumbled across this minty little treat! This menthol based deodorant cools the delicate underarm skin as well as acts as an antiperspirant. I tried it this morning and so far I am pleased with the results, however I did not get a chance to work out today so I havent been able to test it under intense conditions, however, it works very well for everyday, plus the slight tingle upon application is very refreshing!

Hope in a Tube

In an effort to conserve my hard earned summer cash, I have resorted to using the thousand of products that I have under my sink. One of my most recent finds is Hope in a Tube, this nifty cream doubles as an eye and lip cream. The cream is designed to prevent and reduce the fine lines that appear around eyes and lips. I love the light texture of this cream, also it absorbs in record time which makes it perfect for underneath makeup. In only a week of use I have noticed that my undereye area appears brighter and smoother! This cream is definitely a keeper!