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This comes in a tube compared to most other balm cleansers I've used, on one hand it is more hygienic than a tub, but on the other hand it can be hard to squeeze out, it was quite difficult to squeeze when I first opened it, towards the end it dribbled out a bit more liquid than balm. It is not as smooth as other balm cleansers but it melts easily with water and removes makeup and sunscreen effectively. I think the addition of ceramides in the formula is unnecessary as it's all washed off and is designed to be used as a first cleanser, the brand recommends following with their gel cleanser. The smell is unpleasant, while I am not usually an advocate for added fragrance in skincare products I think this formula needs one. This is a good budget option for people who would like to try a balm cleanser but not something I will repurchase unless my skincare budget has to be reduced significantly.

This is a nice hand cream that sinks into my hands quickly and leaves them feeling soft. The scent is pretty and feminine, I find it hard to describe scents but it is floral with a hint of something else, not too old fashioned as a lot of Gardenia scents seem to be. The smell is very strong for about 5 minutes then mellows a bit, but is still quite prominent. I prefer to use this at night, so the scent of it won't interfere with the perfume I use during the day. I'm also the sort of person who likes to fall asleep with nice and relaxing scents nearby. It could be a little bit more hydrating though.

This mascara has a wand and applicator brush I like, the bristles are spread apart and the stem is thicker at one end. The colour is definitely the 'Blackest Black' with no softness or blue undertones. I do need two coats though, and have to be careful it does'nt clump together, but the wands bristles are of some help. I have'nt noticed any difference in the condition of my lashes since using it, The Hemp see oil is a bit of a gimmick I think, and it does'nt lift my lashes. I would'nt pay full price for this, it is'nt the greatest mascara out there but it does the job.

Looking for a budget moisturiser this winter led me to buying this. My skin is both sensitive and dry. The cream is white, it contains colloidal oatmeal but I don't think their can be too much in this cream or it would have a brown tone to it. Their are also a couple of different types of oil in the ingredients list but it does'nt feel too heavy or oily. It is easy to apply over the top of serums and oils, and a CC cream sits well over the top of it. My skin feels soft and moisturised after using this and I also apply it to my hands when they feel dry. I like this and believe it gives me the hydration I need for my dry skin.

This comes in an eye-catching bottle with a canister inside. The first time I used this a piece of foam and a small amount of product was dispensed, but I could'nt pump any more out until I turned it upside down and pushed the canister upwards, I'm not sure if this a design fault or not, it's not mentioned in the instructions for use. I like that the scent was'nt strong and the cream was a nice consistency. For reference I have a mix of 2C and 3A curls and waves, my hair is quite thick and reaches down my back to my bra strap if it's straightened. I used 3 pumps of this the first time I used it but felt I only needed 2 from then onwards. The thing I liked about this is the uniformity it gave to my curl pattern, it's curlier in some sections more than others and from reading hair forums I have found it to be a common problem for many people. My hair was a bit crunchy but I'm not used to having a styling product in my hair. It made my hair look curly and eliminated frizz when I used it after washing my hair, I only wash it every 3 days. On the 2nd day my hair had lost some of it's curl pattern and by the 3rd day it was not much more than wavy, I did'nt comb my hair during that time. There are a few natural ingredients in this but a lot of unnatural ones and it is not curly girl friendly. I would use it if I was really keen to style my hair to it's curliest.

The packaging for this is eyecatching (no pun intended) you can't miss the bold cat print. This mascara comes with a curved wand for easier application, it is quite thick and I found I only needed one coat. It left my lashes looking bigger and bolder. I also really liked that it was easy to remove at the end of the day as well, I don't like using mascara that takes a lot of swipes to remove and was really happy with how easy it was to clean off considering how thick and concentrated it is. Unfortunately after about a week of use it did flake a little bit as the day wore on which was disappointing. I bought it on special and might have received an older product. It was'nt too bad but I would'nt buy this unless it was on special again.

This comes in a pretty pink container, the instructions on it were written in white ink though and I found it hard to read. The ingredients list is'nt really any different from a clay mask you would use on your face, and the instructions tell you it can be used on your face and body as well. They have really nailed the scent, it really does smell like a frosted bun! . I used this on my husband, he said it felt cold after application but otherwise he could'nt feel anything. After I wiped it off the redness had disappeared which is another claim they have made that is correct. This is a bit overpriced for what you get, but if the appearance of your backside is important to you and you have the money to splurge on it then go for it.

I was given this to trial alongside the matching Colour Radiance shampoo. It had a mild fruity scent that I liked and I was pleased to see it contained Argan Oil. It also contains Dimethicone and Amodimethicone which made my hair feel slippery and soft after it was rinsed out. My hair still looked a little bit frizzy but felt nice. I have wavy frizzy hair that is not easy to control even with products containing silicones that coat it. But my hair still looked smoother and shinier after using this shampoo though, I would recommend this unless you are fussy about the ingredients in your conditioner.

I was looking forward to trialing this, although I only lighten and colour a small portion of my hair now. I was also happy to see that it did'nt contain sulphates which I don't like as I feel they dry my hair out too much. The shampoo had a lather that was good for a sulphate-free product. Their are a few natural ingredients in this but also a lot that are not. The shampoo cleaned my hair effectively and it looked nice after using it with the colour radiance conditioner that I was also given to trial. I don't think it stopped my colour from fading any faster than other shampoos I have used though. While it felt o.k on my scalp it irritated the skin on my forehead the suds came into contact with. This was directly from the shampoo and not the conditioner which I also tested with my regular shampoo. I did'nt have a severe reaction but my skin felt scaly and dry when I used this shampoo. I have experienced this once before with another shampoo from a different brand. I have sensitive skin that has reacted to skincare as well so this is not an isolated experience for me, but something people should be aware of before purchasing.

I was given this to trial and the timing was right with my lips getting drier and chapped from the cold weather and wind. It has a mild smell and taste of vanilla. I like the design of the tube. It did'nt work instantly and took a few uses for me to get softer and healthier lips. I only need to use it once a day now and my lips are in much better condition than before I was given the opportunity to trial it. It does'nt have any spf which I like in a lip balm, but I like using it and it will be good to use in the winter months ahead of me.