The Glueless Scr4pbook.: July 2015

The Organic Pharmacy Elle Freebies

the organic pharmacy antioxidant lip balm

I had never heard of The Organic Pharmacy before but I was pleased to receive this little travel set in this months ELLE magazine, I've been giving it a try and I really like everything.

It comes with a 5ml Double Rose Rejuvenating Face Cream (full size 50ml/ £39.95) which feels refreshing and tightening, the skin feels instantly soft and it dries in straight away which is great for make up application. There is also a 10ml Rose Facial Cleansing Gel (full size 100ml/ £45.96) skin feels ultra clean and tight after using this, they recommend that you use a muslin cloth but I haven' teen using one with this and yet my skin still feels super soft afterwards. Lastly there is a 5ml Antioxidant Lip Balm (full price £14.40) which is my favourite of the three, it is a very thin gel which has a matte finish but leaves a slight film on the lips for a good few hours after.

The whole range has a really light natural rose scent, I am not usually a fan of rose scented products but this is really soft and refreshing, very non offensive. I think this range is pretty pricey and even though the products seem to be really nice I not sure if they are quite worth the price tag, having said that I would definitely purchase the full size lip balm.

Have you tried anything from this brand? Or did you pick up this months ELLE?

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Make Up Forever Full Cover Concealer

acne cover up concealer

Make Up Forever Full Coverage Concealer (£21/ 15ml)

Now I had pretty high hopes for this concealer after reading about it everywhere and spotting it on countless YouTube videos but unfortunately it didn't live up to expectations for me, here's why…

I wouldn't say it was full coverage which is disappointing considering the name and price of this concealer. For dark circles this alone is definitely not enough, with a corrector (which I do not always expect to have to use) it does give a better finish of course and for blemishes and redness this does a better job but still needs layering for a full coverage finish. The finish is only demi-matte so it doesn't cling to dry patches or sit in pores/ fine lines but this concealer does not dry so it does need setting with powder. As for application, this is a very creamy texture so fingers and brushes seem to eat up too much of the product and take longer to blend, I find a damp beauty sponge leaves a much fuller coverage and only takes seconds to blend. I have seen a few comparisons of this and Mac Pro Longwear and I've got to say Mac Pro Longwear wins hands down in my eyes. I do like this and will definitely continue to use it but I don't think it is holy grail by any means.

Have you tried it? How did you find it?

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Bumble & Bumble Pret-a-Powder

bumble and humble pret a powder

Bumble & Bumble Pret-a-Powder (£7.50/ 14g)

This stuff has been on my wish list ever since it launched but I didn't realise that they made a travel size version so when I spotted it on one of Paulemk's posts I ordered it immediately. So it is supposed to be part dry shampoo part volumiser and I love it. It has a beautiful light scent which automatically freshens up the hair, it is a very fine soft texture and you only need a very small amount (I thought this bottle was ridiculously small when I received it in the post, as though it would only do for 2 or 3 applications, however I still haven't even reached the half way mark yet and I have been using it non-stop) which makes it very worth the money as I find normal dry shampoo to run out pretty quickly. I just sprinkle it all around the roots and then rub in with my fingers, the result is a soft tousled whispy look, lots of volume at the roots and no white powdery residue in sight. This can definitely be over loaded which feels heavy and cake, as it is so fine you don't quite realise how much you are using. I am looking forward to picking up the full sized version and I can safely say this is potential holy grail for me.

Have you tried it? Did you love it?

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Rimmel BB Cream Matte

base products for oily skin

Rimmel BB Cream Matte (£6.99/ 30ml)

This is only the second BB cream that I have tried but I must say I've got to be on a roll because I have loved both of them, here are my thoughts on this one.

Firstly I have to mention the packaging isn't that great, it is a tube which is good for quantity control but the product is a bit too thin and therefore does create a bit of a mess around the cap. Application is great, really easy to blend and doesn't settle into fine lines or pores which is great because I find that sometimes those bases aimed at oily skin have a fine powder finish which seems to highlight pores, none of that here. It applies equally well with a brush or sponge but I prefer a sponge as it gives a slightly more natural finish. The coverage of this is great I would say medium but it can be built up in areas as it doesn't feel heavy on the skin at all. I wouldn't say this was an overly 'matte' product, it kind of reminds me of the Chanel Perfection Lumiere Velvet in that it mattifies but still leaves a subtle natural glow. This doesn't seem to break down at all during the day and doesn't cake either, I do find the oils sneaking their way through around that half way point but a quick dab with a sponge and everything is under control again.

I am so impressed with this I have been using it all month, have you tried it?

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Another & Other Stories Beauty Haul

And other stories beauty range

If you have been reading for a while you will know that I love everything about & Other Stories, especially the jewellery, beauty and skincare and I have picked up a few bits recently so here is yet another beauty haul for you guys.

I wanted to try a few more bits from their skincare line so I picked up the Cleanse and Tone Treat(£5), the Plissé Lip Balm (£5) and the Spray Genie Face Mist (£7) to give a go, so far I love the face mist but I haven't given the other two a real go yet so I will post a review when I have. My favourite body care range is the Punk Bouquet scent, I just love it it's like nothing I have ever smelt before so I finally got round to purchasing the matching Punk Bouquet Eau De Toilette (£26) which as you can imagine is a much more intense scent than the lotion or body mist but I love it still. I have also seen a lot of bloggers raving about the Fig Fiction scent which I had never actually smelt so I ordered the mini Fig Fiction Body Mist (£5) which unexpectedly smells a lot like coconut which I live for summertime so I'm happy I decided to try it and I think I'll probably try a few more bits from that range soon.

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Huge Basic Fashion & Accessory Haul

And other stories

Zara Basic black t-shirt £5.99/ Zara knitted grey t-shirt £12.99.

H&M Divided Grey long line t-shirts £7.99 each.

& Other Stories loose fit t-shirts £19 each down to £9 in the sale.

Topshop black Joni jeans £36/ H&M 6 pack thin gold rings £2.99/ 3 pack gold & pearl rings £2.99.

H&M Trend high neck black linen t-shirt £14.99.

& Other Stories Lara Melchior double ring £19 down to £5 in the sale.

H&M nude leather trainers £29.99/ black suede ankle boots £49.99/ burgundy leather and suede bag £79.99 down to £20 in the sale.

eBay pearl earrings 99p/ & Other Stories gold knot ring £7 down to £3/ 2 pack rings £10 down to £3/ raindrops ring £12 down to £3/ black gemstone ring £17 down to £5.

I have been buying a lot of basic items lately, things that will last me a while, long line shapes, v neck T's that are flattering, leather that is durable and of course some more gorgeous rings from & Other Stories because I love them. This is a collective haul of the last few months and as you can see I managed to pick up quite a few bargains, have you found Ny bargains in the sales yet?

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June Favourites

bumble and bumble pret a powder

1. Kevyn Aucoin Celestial Powder in 'Candlelight', I finally got my hands on this last month and I have loved it ever since, been using it almost every single day, really soft an d natural looking and doesn't feel heavy on the skin either. Love.

2. Bumble & Bumble Pret-a-Powder, I didn't realised they sold a travel size of this but after spotting it on Paulemk's blog I had to order one as I've been wanting to try it since the launch, I have been using it a lot and thought I'd get through the tiny bottle really quickly but it's lasting surprisingly well, full review to come soon.

3. & Other Stories Spray Genie Face Mist, I picked this up on a whim when wondering around London and I'm really glad I did, it has a light scent and the spray itself is a good one (I'm fussy), it's a cheaper alternative to the Bodyshop Vitamin E spray and I will definitely be repurchasing this.

4. Simple Micellar Water, I really love my Garnier Micellar water but when I saw this one I thought I'd give it a try, it's slightly more expensive because you get less in the bottle but I love how gentle is I while still actually removing make up, I've already bought a back up. I have done a full review on this already.

5. Hourglass Arch, I decided to repurchase this again last month, and now I realise how much I have missed it, it's is by far my favourite brow product.

6. MaxFactor 2000 Calorie Mascara, another whim purchase that worked out well for me, I honk I have now found my holy grail high street mascara, again I have already reviewed this in full too.

Are any of these your favourites too?

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L'oreal Color Riche Eyeshadow Primer

drugstore dupe

L'oreal Color Riche Shadow Primer (£5.99)

I picked this eyeshadow primer up a little while back and it's actually pretty nifty so I wanted to give it a quick review, I know primers tend to get most use during the summer months and this is a great little find you might want to try out too. This is a pencil form (which you do actually have to sharpen, I tried twisting mine up. Fail. But I do think thTs just the one little thing that could make it better, if I had to pick), and it's kind of like a thick concealer to be honest, it really reminds me of Mac Painterly Paint Pot which is also popular as an eye primer, but in stick form so it's really easy to use and mess free, blends across perfectly and doesn't feel heavy on the lids. It's very brightening so it can be worn alone too for a more natural awake look but under shadows it really does work, it prolongs the wear of my powder shadows, stops them moving around and doesn't crease into hideous lines of product which is one of my pet hates. This was such a good find and I haven't heard anyone talk about it before but I'd say it's definitely worth picking up if you suffer from oily lids.

Have you tried this? What's your favourite eye primer?

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Bomb Cosmetics

Bath bombs

I was shopping in a little store called Temptation recently and spotted they had some really nice bathroom bits from a brand called Bomb Cosmetics, I had never heard of them before so I decided to pick a few bits up to try but I wanted to share them here first because they are so pretty (I actually don't want to use them for fear of destroying them).

Icandy soap 100g/ £2.99

"Bubble by name, bubble by nature. This sweety inspired soap with a candy scent and pure clary sage & bergamot essential oils will leave you whipping up a bubble frenzy."

Baby Ur A Star soap 100g/ £2.99

"A flurry of snowflakes and a calm peace descends upon you as the pure essential oils lavish you with their natural restorative."

Love Note bath mallow 50g/ £2.99

"Let us write you a love note, containing the sweetest rose and ylang ylang essential oils (known for thier aphrodisiacal properties) to woo your senses as the natural butters (cocoa) soothe your skin."

White Choc Mouse bath mallow 50g/ £2.99

"A tribute to our favourite sweeties! A treat of white chocolate scents and pure frankincense & sandalwood essential oils to send you down memory lane, (also contains cocoa butter)."

They all sound great, have you heard of this brand before or tried anything?

wwww.bombcosmetics.co.uk

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Aesop Immediate Moisture Facial Hydrosol

Aesop immediate moisture facial Hydrosol

Aesop Immediate Moisture Facial Hydrosol (60ml/ £17)

"Invigorating spray on hydration to relieve and revive all skin types. Ideal for fatigued skin exposed to drying environments such as an office or airline cabin. Also refreshes and tones skin congested by humidity or pollution, keep on hand and spritz over the entire face as needed." Contains Rose Petal, Bergamot peel and Chamomile bud.

This has a light herbal scent like most of the Aesop line but it doesn't linger on the skin for long at all so don't let it put you off, it can be used over make up (it doesn't disturb anything) or on natural skin, and I actually think it could make for a nice light moisturiser for oily skin types too. My skin really does feel hydrated and soft to touch, it doesn't feel tacky of stiff at all, the scent makes it really refreshing and it would be great used as a coolant in the summertime. I'm sure there are plenty of cheaper alternatives (eg. The Bodyshop Vitamin E one) but I do love this, I'm pretty taken by anything Aesop to be honest so I think I would buy this again. I like that it is small because it's great for my handbag but I do think it's pretty pricey considering the quantity.

Have you tried this? What's your favourite facial spray?

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Bumble & Bumble Surf Spray

beach hair

Bumble and Bumble Surf Spray (50ml/ £9.50)

This little guy has been on my wanted list for months but I never could find the travel size in stock- I finally spotted it in Boots. I've recently had my hair cut and lightened so I thought it would be a great time to test the whole messy beach look.

So it comes in a tiny little black rubberised bottle which is great for popping in your bag and the spray is a nice fine one (I'm quite fussy when it comes to sprays) which is great as you don't end up with lots of individual sticky crunchy patches all over your hair and it's not really scented just light and fresh. This is designed primarily to use on damp hair before styling but it also says you can use it on dry hair before styling which is mainly how I use it, it adds texture immediately without a horrible crunchy feeling or leaving any residue behind, it also brushes out easily at the end of the day. A little seems to go a long way so this little bottle should go a long way. I'm so happy I finally have this and I've been using it non stop.

Have you tried it? What did you think?

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