Balea Creme Dusche Aprikose & Orchidee
Balea shower gels are one of my favourites, they have a nice creamy consistency, they are not too liquidy. I love their summer scent, especially the orange and mandarin ones. Plus, they are cheap, under 1€. This one is no exception, it smells divine.
Balea shower gels are one of my favourites, they have a nice creamy consistency, they are not too liquidy. I love their summer scent, especially the orange and mandarin ones. Plus, they are cheap, under 1€. This one is no exception, it smells divine.
Balea Duschöl
I needed something good for my dry skin and I chose this one. At first, I wanted Nivea but the ingredients were very similar. I don't know anything about that actually but when I compared the labels, they were close, only the Nivea one was two times the price of the Balea. I know it's a shower oil but this is so liquidy that it just gets through fingers. I only tried it a couple of times but and for now, I didn't notice a big difference with my skin.
I needed something good for my dry skin and I chose this one. At first, I wanted Nivea but the ingredients were very similar. I don't know anything about that actually but when I compared the labels, they were close, only the Nivea one was two times the price of the Balea. I know it's a shower oil but this is so liquidy that it just gets through fingers. I only tried it a couple of times but and for now, I didn't notice a big difference with my skin.
Balea Aqua Feuchtigkeits Serum
This serum has been my favourite for years, I always repurchase it. I use it every day in my night skincare routine. It has a lightweight formula that sinks into the skin fast and after I always use a cream. I talked about the serum a lot on my blog in these posts.
Borotalco Active Citrus and Lime Fresh & Sea Salts Fresh
I normally use the stick form of Borotalco and I love it. It works great through the entire day and it has a very nice and subtle powdery scent. DM had 1+1 offer on Borotalco spray deodorants and I had to try some new ones. I chose the Sea Salts Fresh that has quite a subtle scent and Citrus and Lime Fresh, which is very strong. You will definitely smell them half a day in the room you applied them in, that's why I prefer using stick deodorants. In terms of how they work, they are both amazing. I don't smell through the day and I noticed that with these two I don't sweat so much. I just love Borotalco, it never fails me.
I normally use the stick form of Borotalco and I love it. It works great through the entire day and it has a very nice and subtle powdery scent. DM had 1+1 offer on Borotalco spray deodorants and I had to try some new ones. I chose the Sea Salts Fresh that has quite a subtle scent and Citrus and Lime Fresh, which is very strong. You will definitely smell them half a day in the room you applied them in, that's why I prefer using stick deodorants. In terms of how they work, they are both amazing. I don't smell through the day and I noticed that with these two I don't sweat so much. I just love Borotalco, it never fails me.
L'Oreal Elvital Öl Magique Shampoo
Again, a repurchase. I love this shampoo, it's the best that I have tried for my hair. I usually use a heavy mask on my hair before I wash it so I wash my hair twice. For the first shampoo, I use whatever I or anyone else has in the shower and for the second shampoo, I use this L'Oreal one. Even on its own, I find it cleanses the hair well, but it's not super effective at that, so from time to time, I would still use a more cleansing shampoo. But it manages to nourish my hair a bit, I even tried going without a conditioner a couple of times and I didn't notice a huge difference.
Again, a repurchase. I love this shampoo, it's the best that I have tried for my hair. I usually use a heavy mask on my hair before I wash it so I wash my hair twice. For the first shampoo, I use whatever I or anyone else has in the shower and for the second shampoo, I use this L'Oreal one. Even on its own, I find it cleanses the hair well, but it's not super effective at that, so from time to time, I would still use a more cleansing shampoo. But it manages to nourish my hair a bit, I even tried going without a conditioner a couple of times and I didn't notice a huge difference.
Balea Schönheitsgeheimnisse Stärkende Spülung Manuka Honig
I used up the coconut version one from the same line and I did like it, so I bought another version, this time with manuka honey. I think this one is new. I like the scent better than by the previous one. The texture feels creamy and feels a bit thicker. I find it nourishes my hair well or even better than the coconut one. Definitely, a thumbs up, I like it. Balea makes better and better products every year.
I used up the coconut version one from the same line and I did like it, so I bought another version, this time with manuka honey. I think this one is new. I like the scent better than by the previous one. The texture feels creamy and feels a bit thicker. I find it nourishes my hair well or even better than the coconut one. Definitely, a thumbs up, I like it. Balea makes better and better products every year.
Balea Erfrisschendes Waschgel
Another favourite that I repurchased 20 or more times probably and have talked a lot on my blog about it. It has a pH 5.5 and it's so cheap, the cheapest of my products but one of the bests. It cleans the skin well, I usually use it in the morning and at night as the second cleanser and I really recommend it.
Another favourite that I repurchased 20 or more times probably and have talked a lot on my blog about it. It has a pH 5.5 and it's so cheap, the cheapest of my products but one of the bests. It cleans the skin well, I usually use it in the morning and at night as the second cleanser and I really recommend it.
Balea Avocado & Honig Tuchmaske
Of course, I bought it mostly because of the packaging but I ended up really liking it. The sheet is soaking, absolutely soaking wet, it was to big for my face but it didn't slip around. The scent is very strong, I don't know why but I only smell a strange scent of old white wine that actually bothered me. I could smell it the whole time that I had the sheet on my face. When I put the sheet on, it felt really refreshing and cooling. After I removed it, the sheet was still soaking wet, I could actually still squeeze the product out. My skin looked moisturized, glowy and also brighter. I didn't use a cream after and I was so surprised in the morning when my skin was still nourished and almost a bit oily, which it never is when I woke up. The only thing bothering me, is the scent, but I do like the mask, so I already bought three more.
Of course, I bought it mostly because of the packaging but I ended up really liking it. The sheet is soaking, absolutely soaking wet, it was to big for my face but it didn't slip around. The scent is very strong, I don't know why but I only smell a strange scent of old white wine that actually bothered me. I could smell it the whole time that I had the sheet on my face. When I put the sheet on, it felt really refreshing and cooling. After I removed it, the sheet was still soaking wet, I could actually still squeeze the product out. My skin looked moisturized, glowy and also brighter. I didn't use a cream after and I was so surprised in the morning when my skin was still nourished and almost a bit oily, which it never is when I woke up. The only thing bothering me, is the scent, but I do like the mask, so I already bought three more.
Afrodita Why Mask Hydra Boost Energy
Another new great discovery. A couple of weeks ago my skin was very dry and dull looking and I really started to search for some good face masks. This one achieved my expectations, I already repurchased it. It has a white creamy gel consistency that moisturizes my face well. I usually use this one when I have less time since it's easier to use as sheet masks. I leave it on for 15 minutes or if I have time, even for half an hour or more and my skin did get better.
Another new great discovery. A couple of weeks ago my skin was very dry and dull looking and I really started to search for some good face masks. This one achieved my expectations, I already repurchased it. It has a white creamy gel consistency that moisturizes my face well. I usually use this one when I have less time since it's easier to use as sheet masks. I leave it on for 15 minutes or if I have time, even for half an hour or more and my skin did get better.
There wasn't a product that I wouldn't like in this post. A lot of them are repurchases but the new ones also impressed me a lot. Thank you for reading!
Avon True Nutra Effects Hydration Boosting Sheet Mask and Radiance Boosting Sheet Mask
My skin has been so dry lately, so I'm doing everything to keep it nourished. I love using sheet masks, they mostly give great results. These two are new from Avon and they are high on my WL.
My skin has been so dry lately, so I'm doing everything to keep it nourished. I love using sheet masks, they mostly give great results. These two are new from Avon and they are high on my WL.
I liked this Sun Sand & Golden Rainbows collection from Essence so much that I even did a preview on my blog. It just screams summer and hot weather. If I'm honest, I wanted the whole collection but I settled on two things, the bronzer and the brush. The golden highlighter was on top of the wl too but once I saw it, I decided that I have enough highlighters and I don't need another similar one.
A'Pieu Pure Block Natural Daily Sun Cream SPF45/PA+++
I really needed a new sunscreen and I wanted something good to go under my makeup. I was deciding between a few Asian sunscreens but at the end, I ordered this A'Pieu one and I hope it's okay. I haven't tried it yet but I've heard really good reviews. I also got a tester of Etude House UV Double Cut Fresh Sun Gel SPF50+/PA++++ that I will also try.
The Body Shop Tea Tree Skin Clearing Mattifying Toner
I used Lush's Tea Tree Water Toner and a few people recommended me to try this one from The Body Shop. This one is actually cheaper but I do pour the toner into the Lush's packaging because it has a spray cap and I feel that I don't use as much product. This one has a stronger scent and I heard it's supposed to be better, but for now, I didn't notice a difference on my skin.
I used Lush's Tea Tree Water Toner and a few people recommended me to try this one from The Body Shop. This one is actually cheaper but I do pour the toner into the Lush's packaging because it has a spray cap and I feel that I don't use as much product. This one has a stronger scent and I heard it's supposed to be better, but for now, I didn't notice a difference on my skin.
The Body Shop Tea Tree Oil
I mostly bought this oil for my brother because he has some acne. He applies it on some bigger acne and it does help to dry them down. He has been using tea tree products and there was a major difference in his skin. I don't get pimples (except those tiny ones on my forehead) but one-day one did start to form on my cheek, I have no idea why and it did get rid of it. I would say this is a very good product to have for these types of occasions.
I mostly bought this oil for my brother because he has some acne. He applies it on some bigger acne and it does help to dry them down. He has been using tea tree products and there was a major difference in his skin. I don't get pimples (except those tiny ones on my forehead) but one-day one did start to form on my cheek, I have no idea why and it did get rid of it. I would say this is a very good product to have for these types of occasions.
Essence Shine Last & Go! Gel Nail Polish 04 Millennial Pink and 16 Feme Fatal
I already have a review with swatches for these two shades. I love the formula, it lasts very long on my nails.
Bourjois Radiance Reveal Concealer 01 Ivory
I have tried the concealer a couple of times and I like it. It is a lightweight formula that's not very pigmented so it doesn't cover a lot. It does give a nice brightening effect and looks nice under the eyes. I also feel it doesn't look as dry as some of my other concealers. For now, I usually go for a higher coverage concealer because I need the coverage but I need to test this one better.
I have tried the concealer a couple of times and I like it. It is a lightweight formula that's not very pigmented so it doesn't cover a lot. It does give a nice brightening effect and looks nice under the eyes. I also feel it doesn't look as dry as some of my other concealers. For now, I usually go for a higher coverage concealer because I need the coverage but I need to test this one better.
Catrice Kaviar Gauche LE Touch Up Brush
I didn't intend to buy this brush but then someone on Instagram mentioned that it's great quality, so I picked it up to have in my bag. I don't usually carry anything other than a lipstick/lip gloss in my bag but I thought that maybe it would be nice to have in summer to touch up. The bristles are super soft and the quality is great but the packaging is a bit weird. It doesn't stay closed. The lid stays on but the part that you push down for the brush to come out keeps sliding and doesn't stay in place.
I didn't intend to buy this brush but then someone on Instagram mentioned that it's great quality, so I picked it up to have in my bag. I don't usually carry anything other than a lipstick/lip gloss in my bag but I thought that maybe it would be nice to have in summer to touch up. The bristles are super soft and the quality is great but the packaging is a bit weird. It doesn't stay closed. The lid stays on but the part that you push down for the brush to come out keeps sliding and doesn't stay in place.
Max Factor 2000 Calorie Mascara*
This mascara impressed me, you can layer it a lot and it won't stick your lashes together. It doesn't feel heavy on the lashes, it makes them black, defined, gives a bit of volume. I like it. I only have one problem sometimes, every now and then it smudges a little bit, so I'm not sure if this would be a mascara for summer.
This mascara impressed me, you can layer it a lot and it won't stick your lashes together. It doesn't feel heavy on the lashes, it makes them black, defined, gives a bit of volume. I like it. I only have one problem sometimes, every now and then it smudges a little bit, so I'm not sure if this would be a mascara for summer.
Max Factor Creme Puff Pressed Powder 05 Translucent*
I tried this powder once and it's nice. I really like the scent, at first I thought it's sunscreen, but every time I smell it, it smells more like old school men's aftershave mixed with sunscreen.
I tried this powder once and it's nice. I really like the scent, at first I thought it's sunscreen, but every time I smell it, it smells more like old school men's aftershave mixed with sunscreen.
Max Factor Color Elixir Lipstick 730 Flushed Fuchsia*
This was such a big and wonderful surprise. The lipstick has my name engraved on the cap and it was just the loveliest thing from the brand to do this for us bloggers. I got the shade Flushed Fuchsia and it's a coral pink shade but the finish is very frosty which I'm not a fan of, maybe I should try it as a lipstick topper but we will see. I actually went to the store to see if any other shade would be more suitable for me and they all looked frosty, except one or two shades, if I saw right, but I need to check one more time.
This was such a big and wonderful surprise. The lipstick has my name engraved on the cap and it was just the loveliest thing from the brand to do this for us bloggers. I got the shade Flushed Fuchsia and it's a coral pink shade but the finish is very frosty which I'm not a fan of, maybe I should try it as a lipstick topper but we will see. I actually went to the store to see if any other shade would be more suitable for me and they all looked frosty, except one or two shades, if I saw right, but I need to check one more time.
Avon Rare Flowers Night Orchid Eau de Parfum*
Avon sent us another perfume but this one is not my favourite. It's very strong, I tried it in my room and I could smell it for the whole day. I feel it's too strong for me, I get migraines and don't wear so much perfume anymore. When I haven't had a migraine for a while, then I start to use it more but once I get it again, I'm actually scared of using it. If you get migraines, you know what I'm talking about. I always use one spritz anyway and since this one is so strong I think I will give it away.
Avon sent us another perfume but this one is not my favourite. It's very strong, I tried it in my room and I could smell it for the whole day. I feel it's too strong for me, I get migraines and don't wear so much perfume anymore. When I haven't had a migraine for a while, then I start to use it more but once I get it again, I'm actually scared of using it. If you get migraines, you know what I'm talking about. I always use one spritz anyway and since this one is so strong I think I will give it away.
Avon Luminous Blush Rose*
This is such a gorgeous shade, a pretty mauve that looks good on any skin. I tried it a couple of times and it looks nice, I find it similar to my favourite shade ever from Trend It Up. The pigmentation is great and it seems to be longlasting.
This is such a gorgeous shade, a pretty mauve that looks good on any skin. I tried it a couple of times and it looks nice, I find it similar to my favourite shade ever from Trend It Up. The pigmentation is great and it seems to be longlasting.
Avon Golden Mushroom Sleep Mask*
Avon has some k-beauty products now. I was so surprised, I didn't know they were doing this. I haven't tried this mask yet. I'm trying a new face cream and I didn't want this to mess up my opinion. But I will test it soon.
Avon Jelly Kiss Lip Mask*
I haven't tried this one either, I'm kind of saving it.
Avon Cica Facial Sheet Mask*
The sheet fitted my face okay, it stuck well to my face and didn't it slide around. There was a lot of essence and the sheet was very soaked. It felt cooling on the skin, it also had a strong scent. I left it on for half an hour and even then the sheet was still soaking wet. The remaining essence sank into the skin quickly and left my skin a bit brighter but I didn't notice anything special.
Avon has some k-beauty products now. I was so surprised, I didn't know they were doing this. I haven't tried this mask yet. I'm trying a new face cream and I didn't want this to mess up my opinion. But I will test it soon.
Avon Jelly Kiss Lip Mask*
I haven't tried this one either, I'm kind of saving it.
Avon Cica Facial Sheet Mask*
The sheet fitted my face okay, it stuck well to my face and didn't it slide around. There was a lot of essence and the sheet was very soaked. It felt cooling on the skin, it also had a strong scent. I left it on for half an hour and even then the sheet was still soaking wet. The remaining essence sank into the skin quickly and left my skin a bit brighter but I didn't notice anything special.
Oriflame Colour Stylist Ultimate Lipstick Melted Caramel and So Blackberry*
I'm not sure how new these lipsticks are but Oriflame had a wheel in their catalogue to explain that every skin undertone has a few lipstick shades that should match that skin tone. I got sent two shades for my warm undertone and I have to say I really like them. The nude shade is lighter than my lips and I don't normally wear shades like that because they look weird on me but this one doesn't. The formula is creamy and comfortable but they don't seem to last long which is acceptable for a creamy formula.
I'm not sure how new these lipsticks are but Oriflame had a wheel in their catalogue to explain that every skin undertone has a few lipstick shades that should match that skin tone. I got sent two shades for my warm undertone and I have to say I really like them. The nude shade is lighter than my lips and I don't normally wear shades like that because they look weird on me but this one doesn't. The formula is creamy and comfortable but they don't seem to last long which is acceptable for a creamy formula.
Oriflame Love Nature Pampering Sesame Oil and Magnolia Shower Cream and Body Lotion*
This was Oriflame's Mother's Day gift for my mom, which totally surprised me and my mom. My mom doesn't use a lot of scented stuff because she has very sensitive skin, so most of the time these will probably be used by me. The scent is very floral and quite strong.
This was Oriflame's Mother's Day gift for my mom, which totally surprised me and my mom. My mom doesn't use a lot of scented stuff because she has very sensitive skin, so most of the time these will probably be used by me. The scent is very floral and quite strong.
Avon Naturals Pink Grapefruit & Apricot Body Scrub*
Avon Senses Sunkissed Moments Pink Grapefruit & Apricot Moisturizing Shower Gel*
Both of these smell so amazing, like summer and fruits, just amazing. The body scrub is okay, it reminds me of Balea's, not too harsh, but it still has enough particles to exfoliate the skin. The shower gel is great, like all Avon's shower gels. I like the scent so much that I will probably order some products myself.
Avon Vitamin C Radiance Maximizing Serum*
I haven't tried this one yet but I have heard that it contains a lot of alcohol. We will see how it works, once I start to test it.
Avon Senses Sunkissed Moments Pink Grapefruit & Apricot Moisturizing Shower Gel*
Both of these smell so amazing, like summer and fruits, just amazing. The body scrub is okay, it reminds me of Balea's, not too harsh, but it still has enough particles to exfoliate the skin. The shower gel is great, like all Avon's shower gels. I like the scent so much that I will probably order some products myself.
Avon Vitamin C Radiance Maximizing Serum*
I haven't tried this one yet but I have heard that it contains a lot of alcohol. We will see how it works, once I start to test it.
Oriflame A-Z BB Cream Natural
I have heard so many good things about Oriflame's bb creams. If I'm not mistaken, this is a new version or new packaging, I'm not sure. I have been testing it and I like it. It is lightweight, it has some coverage and it looks natural on the skin but it's probably not for oily skin. I will do a separate review on it.
I have heard so many good things about Oriflame's bb creams. If I'm not mistaken, this is a new version or new packaging, I'm not sure. I have been testing it and I like it. It is lightweight, it has some coverage and it looks natural on the skin but it's probably not for oily skin. I will do a separate review on it.
Balea Calm Down Duschpeeling
I purchased a lot of these Balea peelings, every time in different scent/limited edition. This scent is perfect for me, it's a warm vanilla scent with orange hints. It's also not too sweet.
Thank you for reading!
I purchased a lot of these Balea peelings, every time in different scent/limited edition. This scent is perfect for me, it's a warm vanilla scent with orange hints. It's also not too sweet.
Thank you for reading!
*Products were sent to me
In this year, Essence launched a new line of face products, called You Better Work!. The products are supposed to be waterproof, gym proof and have an SPF 20. I was sent one product from the line to review. It's You Better Work! Tinted Day Cream. Essence says the cream has a matte effect and that it creates a natural "no-makeup look". They are marketing this as a tinted day cream that can replace the foundation. The cream comes in a tube that holds 30ml of product and costs around 3-4€. The nozzle does get very messy so you will have to clean it often.
Last week I was invited to a blogger event by The Body Shop. I really like The Body Shop, their products and the whole company, I appreciate everything that they are doing to protect the animals and the world. You can read more about their projects about fighting against animal testing, about Comunity Trade and much more on their website. If you are interested, I talked about TBS products a lot on my blog, the Vanilla Pumpkin collection is still my favourite, it's a shame that it was a limited edition.
The famous Butter Bronzer from Physicians Formula has been on my WL for years. I always saw youtubers and bloggers raving about it but I thought 17,90€ was just too much for it (that's the price in Slovenia, I know there are less expensive elsewhere). I probably wouldn't even buy it but it was on sale so I ordered it.
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