July Beauty Favourites

Being a newbie on the beauty scene I am excited to be doing my first ever July favourites post!

The Skincare - It's safe to say that my focus is currently on kitting out my legs so I had to give the Perfect Legs Skin Miracle a try. I was surprised when this product pumped out a caramel coloured lotion but when blended in, it immediately gave a great subtle glow. Along with this, the product features Vitamin C and E which helps to even out skin tone. When first applied it's quite tacky so I would advise to leave it to dry for 20 mins as the colour does transfer. I have been slapping on the Nivea Pure & Senstive Sun Lotion partially because the heat is out of control in London but also because it being a requirement in the aftercare of Laser Hair Removal treatment. This month the Caludalie Vinosource SOS Thirst-Quenching Serum has been the answer to all my summer skin woes. It's a lightweight and nourishing serum that leaves my face feeling hydrated and glowy. I don't think this product works as well in winter as it doesn't give the moisture that my dry skin needs but for summer it's definitely a winner!

The Make-Up - Accompanying the June 2013 edition of Elle UK was a sample of "They're Real!" Beyond Mascara from Benefit. I prefer my lashes to look volumised yet separated (the thick clumpy look is not for me!) and this mascara ticks all the boxes - as soon as it finished I dashed straight onto ASOS to pick up the full size! Pinks & oranges have been my go-to shades this summer and I haven't stopped using the YSL Babydoll nail polish. I try to be as neat as possible when applying polish - but it doesn't always work out that way and I end up be super frustrated! However, with YSL polishes I always find the easy applicator and pigmented formula ensures a one-coat application that is fuss free.

The Scents -  From Diptique candles to Jo Malone soaps, I will put my hands up and say that I am a scent addict. I can safely say that I inherited this from my mum and for my 21st birthday she gifted me the Valentina by Valentino perfume along with a few bits from Jo Malone. The Lime Basil and Mandarin bath oil from Jo Malone has been a staple in my evening bath routine and I love that the scent lingers on my skin until morning.