The Glueless Scr4pbook.

I picked this up after the launch, used it for a good while and then it was forgotten but since the sun has decided to show its face in the UK I thought it was time to bust it back out again. 

I realised I had never reviewed it here so here are my thoughts... 

So this is a BB cream of sorts, but I actually find its more like a tinted primer, think Benefits Porefessional with a bit more coverage, well actually quite a lot more coverage. I suffer with blemishes and scarring and this manages to cover both really well whilst filling in any pores to give a very smooth base. It definitely feels more of a skincare type product on the skin and also contains a generous SPF20 which is handy.

I found it was best to apply with a brush and dab over with a beauty blender to hide any brush strokes. It is pretty sloppy on the skin so I would go for a setting spray just incase as the finish is already very matte and adding powder just wouldn't work. Layering a bit of bronzer and blush is ok but be very light handed as it will cling to the brush and leave a cakey mess. I found the shades to be slightly muddy when heavily applied but for a natural coverage it did blend seamlessly into my jawline.

I think this is a really great one for those girls (like me) who have problem skin and struggle to find something suitably lightweight for the summer heat but still with enough coverage. Very quick and easy to apply and blend and it does work well with most other make up once you master what application technique is best. It's also a great price too, I will be continuing to use mine for as long as the sun holds out. 

Have you tried this? What did you think? 

Sometimes I just feel like my skin needs a break and I don't want to use all my usual products together because it seems too much, that's when I go for the more natural products which are gentler and generally kinder to the skin. Here's what I use to give my skin some TLC.

For cleanser I have recently picked up the Body Shop Vitamin E Gentle Facial Wash which is a creamy cleanser that leaves skin soft and cleansed without drying, so instead of my usual oil, cleanse, exfoliate routine I just wash my face twice with this (the first time to remove my make up like the oil would and the second to actually cleanse my skin). After cleansing I use the Aesop Control spot gel, which has active ingredients to fight against blemishes without being as harsh as the tea tree oil I often use.

For moisturiser something like the Simple Replenishing Rich Moisturiser is great as it intensely moisturises for up to 12 hours and leaves skin feeling soft and hydrated. Something new I have also been trying lately is the Grown Alchemist Camellia & Geranium Hydrating Cream which is full of natural extracts and makes the skin feel instantly nourished so it's a great base for foundation.

If I'm going to use a mask I go for the Antipodes Aura Manuka Honey Mask which is a great 3-in-1, a gentle cleanser, fights blemishes and leaves skin moisturised with Manuka honey, avocado oil and vanilla pod. The Aesop Chamomile Concentrate Anti Blemish Masque is great for bad skin days as it gently soothes, helps with blemishes and prevents future breakouts with natural ingredients like Chamomile, tea tree and evening primrose.

What products do you use to give your skin a break?