My Bronzing Powders

Hello my beauties!

I hope you are well even though the temperature is trying to kill us!

Anyway, today I will talk to you about bronzing powders, one of my most favourite items ever since I discovered it.

It is something about the healhy glow that sun gives us, which unfortunately it is the exact opposite, that makes us want to have it all year long. But even in summer when we all get some colour, we always try to intensify it! I am telling you. Bronzing Powders are sent to us by the Sun himself!

Below I will show you the ones in my make up case right now and of course my Bronzing Powders Wish List. Let's start.

1. H&M Bronzing Powder, Face and Body Bronzer

This is the bronzer I reach out first every day. It is hard to believe it as it's a low price cosmetic line from a clothes store but it really works. It is not too intense so you can build it up. It has a staying power that wil surprise you and the colour suites every skintone except from the too dark. 

I have it for almost a year, I use it every day and as you can see it is like it is brand new. It lasts forever. 

I would give it a go if I ere you.

price approx. 6 euros

2. Clinique Superbalanced Powder Bronzer in bronzed 1

The first bronzer I ever got was a Clinique one so when I was sent the new bronzer I was thrilled. 

As you can see it is compressed inside and as soon as you twist it, fresh bronzing powder is released in the amount you need for one time.

As the rest Superbalanced line products, this powder claims to mentain the skin's humidity while controling the excess oil.

The only thing you need to take notice is that you have to apply it carefully and with confident motions as it tends to leave patches otherwise.

price approx. 38.50 euros

3. Face of Australia Blush in Terra

A while ago I took part to a Beauty Swap where we were matched to a beauty blogger from all over the world and we would exchange beauty products from our country. My match was Megan from Australia.

Among the things she sent me, view post here, was this gorgeous blush in a sweet pinkish terracota colour. 

I love it. It fits perfect my fair medium skintone.

The brush picks up a lot of product so I have to be sure that I tap the brush before starting applying.

4. Gosh Bronzing Shimmer Brush in 102

I think you will all agree with me when I say that a shimmer bronzing powder is essential in our make up bag!

Of course I do not use it everyday but when I am doing a special coctail's night out I put on this powder and the whole bar is at my feet! no kidding.

My sister bought this shimmer bronzing powder from her trip in Ireland and I thank her for that. I have to be careful when applying it though as it is tooooo shimmer and the first time I tried it on I looked like a discoball. But as soon as I got the hand of it I became the Disco Queen!

And as for my Bronzing Powders Wish List?

Guerlain Terracotta Light Sheer Bronzing Powder

Chanel Soleil Tan de Chanel Moisturising Bronzing Powder

Physicians Formula Bronze Booster Glow Season to Season Bronzer

So that is all for Bronzing Powders. At least for now!

Which ones are your favourites?

Which ones do you crave?

Stay healthy & beautiful

xxx

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Clinique Chubby Stick

Hello my beauties!

Ελπίζω να είστε καλά και χαρούμενοι.

Σήμερα θα σας παρουσιάσω ένα απο τα αγαπημένα μου προιόντα, που πλέον δε λείπει από τη τσάντα μου, αλλά πρώτα σας έχω μια ερώτηση.

Πόσες από εσάς μπορείτε να ζήσετε χωρίς το lip balm σας;

Εγω δεν είμαι σίγουρα μία από αυτές! 

Βέβαια τα τελευταία χρόνια αναζητώ όλο και πιο πολύ το χρώμα στα χείλη μου και προσπαθούσα να βρώ κάτι που να συνδυάζει και την ενυδάτωση που τόσο την έχω ανάγκη αλλά και το χρώμα που με κάνει να νιώθω όμορφη.

Ε λοιπόν σας έχω νέα! Το βρήκα και είναι το νέο

Clinique Chubby Stick Moisturising Lip Colour*

και οι νέες αποχρώσεις του για το καλοκαίρι!

Θα σας διαβάσω λίγα από το δελτίο τύπου.

"Η σύνθεσή του χρησιμοποιεί ένα ειδικό μείγμα από βούτυρο, έλαια και αντιοξειδωτικά που βοηθούν στην προστασία και τη φροντίδα των χειλιών με άμεση ενυδάτωση που διαρκεί. Εμπλουτισμένο με Shea Butter, Mango Seed Butter και Jojoba Seed Oil, προσφέρει μια πλούσια ενυδάτωση σε ένα στικ αφήνοντας τα χείλη απαλά και λεία.

 

Το must-have για κάθε γυναίκα:

Σε μια παιχνιδιάρικη συσκευασία ενός στίκ, η σύνθεσή του παρέχει χρώμα που διαρκεί και τέλεια κάλυψη. Για να το εφαρμόσετε, απλά γυρίστε τη βάση για να εμφανιστεί περισσότερο προϊόν και γυρίστε πάλι πίσω για να κλείσετε. Μην βγείτε έξω από το σπίτι χωρίς αυτό!"

 Δοκιμασμένo να μην Προκαλεί Αλλεργίες.  100% Χωρίς Άρωμα.  

Από τη στιγμή που το δοκίμασα, δεν έχω βάλει κάτι άλλο στα χείλη μου. Εκεί που πάντα είχα δυο τρία lip balms στη τσάντα μου, τώρα απλά έχω ένα δυο Clinique Chubby Sticks, ένα σε απαλή απόχρωση και ένα σε πιο έντονη για πιο βραδινές εμφανίσεις.

Ενυδατώνει τα χείλη μου ενώ ταυτόχρονα τους δίνει ένα απαλό χρώμα!

Οι αγαπημένες μου αποχρώσεις που πλέον δε μπορώ να ζήσω χωρίς, είναι οι εξής.

απόχρωση mighty mimosa

 απόχρωση oversized orange

απόχρωση curvy candy

Οι νέες 8 αποχρώσεις θα είναι διαθέσιμες από τον Ιούλιο 2012 και η τιμή του είναι 21,90 ευρώ.

Αν ήμουνα στη θέση σας, θα έτρεχα αμέσως να το αγοράσω! Δε θα το μετανιώσετε! Απεναντίας δε θα μπορείτε να το αποχωριστείτε!

Πως σας φαίνονται;

Είστε και εσείς lip balm addicts που ψάχνετε το κάτι παραπάνω σε αυτά;

Περιμένω με αγωνία τα σχόλιά σας.

Stay healthy & beautiful

xxx

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The Body Shop News

Hello my beauties!

I hope you are well, healthy and happy!

Today I received the goodie bag from The Body Shop "Pulse" event last week, to which I did not make it.

The event took place at their new store in Kolonaki which I' ve heard it is really unique and special.

The beauty bloggers had the chance to see the new limited cruelty-free makeup line signed by the company's ambassador Lily Cole, which is full of pinks and corals.

Leaving the event everyone got a goodie bag with some all-time favorite products and some brand new!

Inside the organically grown cotton bag were 4 very beloved products.

1. Strawberry Body Butter*

    Body moisturiser with strawberry seed oil for normal skin

2. Moringa Shower Gel*

    Delicately floral soap-free cleansing, with moisturising moringa leaf extract and community trade honey

3. Vitamin E Face Mist*

    On-call moisture and vitamin E protection. Excellent for setting makeup.

4. Coconut Beautifying Oil*

    Dry oil for body, face & hair. Moisturizes, smoothes, illuminates.

My favorites are the face mist and the beautifying oil. 

I am addicted to dry oils. I use them on my skin and my hair. I love their sense and I always have one with me. 

The face mist was on my wish list for a quite while now and finally I get to try it. I will use it to set my makeup and to hydrate my skin on the beach! I will let you know!

Well, what do you think?

Which are your favorite The Body Shop products?

kisses

xxx

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Beauty Bazaar Haul

Hello my beauties!

The weather is not going as I hoped but I won' t let it get me. 

As most of you know last week was the annual beauty bazaar at Sarantis headquarters. After waiting, waiting and waiting we finally got ourselves inside. 

Results?

From left:

Mac Pigment colour powder in Aurora

Mac Pigment colour powder in Circa Plum

Estee Lauder Automatic lip pencil Duo in 07 Soft Pink

Mac Face and Body Foundation in N1

D&G 3 L'Imperatrice eau de toilette

Estee Lauder Satin Creme Blush in 04 Berry light

Mac Zoom Lash in Plum Reserve

Thank God this happens once a year!

What do you think of my new belongings?

Did you go to the bazaar?

Tell me everything!

Stay healthy & beautiful

xxx

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Summer is here! So are Sunscreens!

Hello my beauties!

As you all have noticed summer is here. At last! 

This means sun, sun and sun! Though we live in a sunny country, the sun during the summery months is more intense and tricky. (I do not like the word "dangerous" for something as vital as the sun).

So I thought I' d show you my new sunscreens, my all time favourite ones and some I wish to try.

Are you ready? Lay down on your sunbed and relax...

Face Sunscreens

1. Clinique Face Cream SPF 30

When I first tried it, I was really sceptical about it. As I have combination skin, it is difficult for me to find a sunscreen to use before my foundation and not feel my skin heavy or shiny. 

Well, this Clinique face sunscreen surprised me. It is moisturising, non greasy, no "white face" effect and with an SPF 30 keeps the sun close but his effects away!

price: 24,50 euros

2. Juliette Armand SPF 30 Sun Film

This is the second time I am using something from this greek brand and I am very pleased. Mostly because of the quality of their products. 

This sunscreen is a soothing gel with a slight color to even the skin, oil free and with a consistency that prevent any cell alterations and stimulates the natural regeneration of the skin.

It has a powdery smell that stays.

price: 15-18 euros

3. Korres Watermelon Lightweight tinted moisturiser SPF 30

This sunscreen is quite famous on its own. 

It is oil free, gives a little more coverage than a usual tinted moisturiser and stays on pretty well. It has enough color to even your skintone without needing to wear any foundation. 

It is one of my safe choices.

price: 14 euros

4. Murad Waterproof Sunblock SPF 30

This is the sunscreen "treat" I gave to myself. It is waterproof, prevents free radical damage to age-proof skin.

It contains hyaluronic acid and phyto-lipids that preserve skin's moisture barrier and protects elasticity to maintain skin's firmness.

One of the best things I have tried on my skin.

Do I need to say more?

price: $ 30

5. Clinique SPF 35 Targeted Protection Stick

This form of sunscreen is new to me but so so beloved!!

Even though I put on my sunblock every morning I exprerience some redness and dryness at the high point of my cheekbones under my eyes and this is perfect to carry in my bag and refresh my protection!

price: 25 euros

Body Sunscreens

1. Piz Buin In Sun Lotion SPF 20

This is one of my all time favourites sunblocks. The smell reminds me of vacations and sun.

Its consistency is rich, non greasy though and the protection is true.

I love this sunscreen.

price: 15 euros approx.

2. Clinique Body Cream SPF 30

This sunscreen is new to my collection and as I have not started going to the sea, I haven't tried it yet but I will read to you the press release.

" Advanced defense and repair. Innovative SolarSmart technology stabilizes high-level uva-uvb protection to defend against the aging and burning effects of the sun. Adds a barrier repair and solar-activated antioxidants to help prevent signs of aging"

price: 24,90 euros

3. Hawaiian Tropic Coconut Tanning Oil in Deep

What can I say about this bottle?

It reminds all the summers of my life, all the vacations of my life and all the sunny days of my life. 

There was not once summer that this legendary oil was not in my bag.

I know there is no SPF protection and I shouldn't be using it alone, which I don't any more. But I always mix it with my normal sunblock just to maintain the feeling it always gives me.......Summer!

I am in love with it and when summer ends, I count the days till we meet again!

price: 7 euros approx.

Want-to-try sunscreens

1. Fresh Line Hephaestos Face Emulsion SPF15

Fresh Line is known for its natural products and high quality. 

This is a sunblock full of natural sun protection portions and essential oils which work as protection against UV rays and also as natural healing for burned and irritated skin.

Its non greasy formula is ideal for combination/oily skin.

price: 22,90 euros

2. Lancome Genifique Soleil Skin Youth Protector SPF 50

Lancome after the huge success that has seen with Genifique (Youth Activator), has created the ultimate sunscreen.  

Having incorporated the power of Genifique Serum, the new range of Lancome sunscreen protects against the effects of sun exposure while prevents signs of premature skin aging.

price: 35 euros approx.

Well these are my choices for the summer. 

What do you think of them?

What is your choice?

Stay healthy & beautiful

xxx

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Foundations Review

Hello my beauties!

How are you? 

I am so glad that the weather is getting hotter and hotter! I am sure I will be whining when it gets like 40 C, but until then I am super happy!

Ok! Today I am going to talk to you about the foundations I have right now in my case. 

I always try to find something new and improved and I always want to try everything that comes out. So now in my case I have foundations that each of them I use on different occasion.

But let' s start!

1. Clinique Stay Matte Oil Free Make up

This is my newest foundation. It is brand new, oil free with buildable coverage. It stays matte even after my sunscreen. It is still there 8 hrs later and even though is is a matte foundation, it is not flat. Fragrance free as most of Clinique products. It feels like skin.

2. Max Factor Lasting Performance

This is one of my favourite evening foundations. It is matte but still not flat, it has a great natural coverage, elimininates any redness and spots and stays on my skin for more than 8-9 hrs. It is so good that I have heard it is used on brides!

3. Bourjois Healthy Mix & Bourjois Flower Perfection

Well, I don't know if you have tried any of the Bourjois foundations but they said to be pretty good and I agree. They are really pigmented, longstay and live up to their word.

Healthy Mix is mostly for dry skin as it gives a beautiful dewy finish. I don't like the fruity smell though.

Flower Perfection is a very good foundation. great coverage, needs to be applied quick though as it is thick.

Lately I use to mix those two to get the perfect dewy-matte finish with great coverage.

4. Clinique Continuous Coverage

This is a foundation that does what you read in the box. It is great foundation with enough pigmentation to cover almost anything. This is great for problem skin but not so much for dry/very dry skin. It stays matte for hours.  I use this rarely when I have bad skin. You have to choose your color carefully though as it is thick and it tends to oxidize and get darker after the application.

5. Sephora Light Veil Foundation

If you have tried Sephora cosmetics, then you know that they are really quality products. I have tried this foundation on a sample I have found inside a magazine and I liked it so much that I went an bought it. It is a summer evening foundation. It says that is like light veil but it is thick enough to be considered heavy at summer mornings. It covers enough and stays a long.

6. Essence Clear & Matte Makeup

Before we could find Essence cosmetics at Hondos Center, my sister bought me this foundation on Ireland. 

It is very cheap, as you know, and frankly you get more than you pay. I have used it several times but I don't think I would buy it again. It is matte and I see it more like a heavier tinted moisturiser. 

And now some foundations I want to try soon!

1. Neutrogena Healthy Skin Foundation

You can't find it here in Greece but Argyrousa shared her secret dealer on ebay. thank you argurousa.

 2. Chanel Mat Lumiere

Everyday that passes, gets me closer to that bottle! 

 3. Lancome Teint Idole

It is said to be a genuine revolution in  makeup.

4. Revlon Colorstay Foundation

It is already a classic. I am waiting to be delivered.

Well, that' s it for now about foundations! 

Which one is your favourite? 

Which one you wish for?

Stay healthy & beautiful!

xxx

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Lancome Vernis In Love!

Hello my beauties!

I hope that you are well and enjoying the sun!

Today's post is a little bit spontaneous because as soon I received this press release I was in aw!

Lancome Vernis In Love...

Aren' t they amazing looking?

When something new comes out, the first thing that pops into our head is:

"What' s so special about you this time?"

I will give you Lancome's answer:

"A pattended brush that makes all the difference. Its talent? 

A grooved stem that allows nail polish to flow directly to the centre of
the brush. An elongated and rounded base with extremely supple flat bristles,
that allows the nail contour to be perfectly followed and a uniform coat of
varnish to be applied in just a single stroke. 10 fingers, 10 strokes! The fluid
texture of Vernis In Love creates a smooth, streak-free, and flawless film of
colour. Incredibly resistant for days on end, it is empowered with micromirrors
which reflect light from every angle to create dazzling shine".

They are so fresh, so bright, so happy!

My favourites are

 

 

It is available in 24 shades. Price: 16 euros

So what do you think? Are you in love with Lancome Vernis In Love like me 

or not yet??

Stay healthy & beautiful!

xxx

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L'oreal Youth Code Luminizer

Hello my beauties!

Today I will talk to you about a product that I first came across at the Greek Beauty Bloggers Meeting hosted by L'oreal.

They presented us many new products. One of them was L'oreal Youth Code Luminizer.

It is an iridescent, ultra light texture that leaves skin super soft. It is said to "have the code to unify irregular skin tone and re-awaken a more even luminous looking complexion".

As you can see it is very light textured and divine looking. It is not shimmery but more pearlescent. Even applied to my hand you will see how glowy it gets.

I use this before my moisturiser and my skin gets this glow like I am the happiest girl on earth. 

However, now that the weather is getting hotter here in Greece I will avoid using it at mornings as I have a combination skin and the serum tends to give me shine when humid and hot outside. 

But I will continue to use it before my foundation when I go out at night. It gives my skin fresh glow that comes from within.

I have been using it for about a month now and despite I have not seen any long term results, I like having it!

Girls with dry skin will love this. It will give their skin another dimension!

Well, 

Youth Code Luminize Super Serum Perfects and Refines skin's surface for a more luminous, even looking skin tone.

What do you think? Have you tried it yet?

Stay healthy & beautiful

xxx

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Foundation Brushes

Hello my beauties!

How are you? I hope you had a great time on Easter and have returned refreshed kai relaxed!

I am making a comeback with a hot issue!  Foundation Brushes!

When we all started using makeup, it was quite obvious that we use our fingers for everything! Applying foundation, conceiler, eyeshadows and sometimes even the blush!

Well, the time has passed, many things have changed and we, ourselves, have learned a lot since then.

One of my favourite things that I learned are the foundation brushes. You see them everywhere. They have different handle, different bristles, different shape but at the end, they all have one goal.

Make our face flawless!

Below I present the most popular foundation brushes shapes and my favourite ones.

So here we go!

1. Foundation Brush

This is the classic foundation brush which sometimes is the one you end up using the most. The bristles are firm, they hold the right amount of product and they give coverage with detail. 

They also can be used to apply your moisturiser. 

You can also use it to conceal bigger areas in your face as it is a bigger version of a concealer brush.

Below are my favourites

a. bdellium tools #948 foundation brush

 

b.  mac #190 foundation brush

c. sigma #F60 foundation brush

2. Flat Top Kabuki Brush

When you see this kind of brush you are confused. You are thinking how can this brush apply a liquid foundation on your face. Well let me tell you, especially to those you haven't used this type of brush yet, that this is my favorite brush EVER! The bristles are flat and dense enough so they can sweep the product on your face. As a result? You get the most even, flawless, beautiful skin you ever had after your foundation!

This brush can also be used to apply cream brush or cream highlighter.

Below are my favourites!

a. bdellium tools #957 Precision Kabuki

b. sigma #F80 Flat Top Synthetic Kabuki

3. Duo Fiber Foundation Brush

This is the foundation brush that I use the least but still is a brilliant brush because it provides a lighweight coverage by applying the product evenly and airbrushed. The bristles are not very dense and half of them are longer and half are shorter. Actually it is a genius brush beacause it has multiple uses. You can apply your liquid foundation, cream blush, highlighter even your powder. But you can also use this brush to blend your makeup to an even finish.

Below are my favourites!

a. bdellium tools #955 Finishing & Blending Face Brush

b. mac #187 Duo Fibre Brush

c. sigma #F50 Duo Fibre Brush

Well my beauties what do you think of the foundation brushes?

Which ones you have?

Can you live without them?

Stay healthy & beautiful

xxx

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Spring Awards!

Hello my beauties!

Η αγαπημένη Δέσποινα απο το sissi's place μου απένειμε δυο βραβεία πολύ ωραία και λαχταριστά!

Πρώτα το ανοιξιάτικο βραβείο 

για τις ηλιόλουστες μέρες που έρχονται, για τα πρώτα πέδιλα της σεζόν, το πρώτο παγωτό που θα φάμε για φέτος, τις πολύχρωμες ζακέτες πάνω απο κοντομάνικα μπλουζάκια, για το πρώτο κοκκίνισμα της μύτης μας από τον ανοιξιάτικο ήλιο. Καλή Άνοιξη!

Και δεύτερο το λαχταριστό βραβείο

για όλες εκείνες τις στιγμές που αισθανόμαστε όχι τόσο δυνατοί, για τις στιγμές που θέλουμε ένα σπρώξιμο και για όλες εκείνες τις στιγμές που νιώθουμε να είναι το κερασάκι στη τούρτα!

Τα βραβεία τα χαρίζω σε όλες σας! Σας αγαπώ και σας εύχομαι το φετινό καλοκαίρι να είναι μαγικό!

xxx

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