Monday 18 February 2013

Skincare Haul

Sometimes everything seems to run out all at once. That's exactly what happened to me last week so I did a bit of a restock of some of my most essential skincare products. Me being me, I couldn't resist adding in a couple of new things as well. Here's what I purchased:


Origins Make A Difference Plus+ Rejuvenating Moisturiser / Origins High-Potency Night-A-Mins

I was using the Origins Make A Difference Plus+ Rejuvenating Treatment but that product is more targeted towards people with combination/oily skin. My skin isn't really oily, more blemish-prone so I sometimes felt like my skin needed something more moisturising even after layering it up with some Hydraluron. But I did really enjoy using it & after applying it day and night for four months it finally ran out. I figured this was the perfect time to try out the proper moisturiser version of this product which is better for combination/dry skin. Its a bit thicker but sinks in just as nicely & really hydrates my skin. I'm using this as my day moisturiser when I don't want any SPF. To make it last longer than my old pot I decided to buy a separate dedicated night cream from Origins. I went for the High-Potency Night-A-Mins which is a really thick & luxurious feeling cream. This stuff is really amazing & leaves my skin feeling softer & looking brighter when I wake up in the morning.


REN Micro Polish Cleanser / Caudalie Beauty Elixir

I repurchased my regular REN cleanser last month and one of the samples I received with the product was their Micro Polish exfoliating cleanser. I loved it so much I decided to order a big tube of it. This makes my skin feel much smoother & helps to reduce the appearance of pores. It also brightens skin tone & makes my skin feel really clean. I'm not normally too fond of physical exfoliating products as they can be too harsh & I often find little grains left in my hair line, annoying! This stuff is just right & I like to use this a couple of times a week when my skins feeling a bit rough. Caudalie's Beauty Elixir is still a staple product for me and I'm addicted to how refreshed it makes my skin feel. This must be my fourth or fifth full size bottle.


Alpha-H Liquid Gold / Alpha-H Absolute Eye Complex / Alpha-H Daily Essential Moisturiser SPF 50+

My favourite ever skincare product, Alpha-H's Liquid Gold, finally ran out after first purchasing my bottle back in May last year! I only use it once a week now so that's probably why it's lasted so long. This stuff is really potent and has worked wonders on my blemishes & scarring. I couldn't not repurchase it. Another Alpha-H product I've heard a lot about is their Absolute Eye Complex which is a really cooling eye gel. It has had brilliant results when it comes to reducing dark circles, puffiness & wrinkles as well as milia. I'd wanted to buy this for ages and got the best deal! Salon Skincare have an offer on where you can buy full size bottles of Liquid Gold & Absolute Eye Complex for just £30! Together you'd normally have to pay about £65 for both of those products so its basically a BOGOF offer. I think its because Alpha-H have recently updated their packaging so they want to get rid of older stock but the products are exactly the same. I'm not particularly fussed about having nice looking products on my dressing table so this deal was perfect for me. I also got another bottle of their Daily Essential Moisturiser. This is my day moisturiser for when I want some SPF as it has factor 50+. It's great for my pale skin & doesn't have any of the unpleasantness that normally comes with sun protection products. It's an ideal partner for Liquid Gold as the glycolic acid in it can make your skin more susceptible to the sun. This bottle has lasted me about six months so it's well worth the money.


A ton of gift with purchase samples from Gatineau, Origins, Bliss & Caudalie

I also got a few samples with my orders from Origins & Salon Skincare. I've never really heard of Gatineau before so I'm interested to see how good their products are. I got a cute wash bag & headband with them too. I love Bliss products so I really like this little tube of their Snow Wonder hand cream. It's very moisturising! Origins currently have free delivery & two sample products when you spend £30. I got little tubes of Checks & Balances face wash & Modern Friction exfoliator. I've never tried these before either so I'm excited to see if they're any good.


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20 comments:

  1. I have the same problem with everything seeming to run out at the same time; at least it's a good excuse for a bit of a spending spree! I'm really pleased to hear Alpha H Liquid Gold worked so well for you, I've been thinking about getting it for ages now but I've read such mixed reviews. I think it's about time I finally took the plunge!

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  2. Origins and Caudalie, so luxurious! I am waiting patiently for something on my skincare routine to run out so I can just go there and shop for some new fancy item to improve my skin :)
    fusels x

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  3. After reading this I had to go straight on salon skincare didn't I?! I've always wanted liquid gold but couldn't justify the price so this is great, I hope it's good as everyone says. I had the checks and balance and modern friction samples i quite enjoy them they smell lovely xx

    www.charissarae.com

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  4. Great post! Now I need to try the Alpha-H products! I definitely need the one for scarring as I have some scarring on my chin from acne and I'll have to try to the eye product out when my origins eye cream is all gone!

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  5. I can't get enough of that Caudalie spritz!

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  6. I'd say I'm on the brink of running out of about 90% of my skincare drawer so I'm going to take your lead and shake it up a bit. First stop Origins I think x Becky

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  7. I keep seeing posts about origins at the moment and it's just making me want to buy their whole product collection!
    emmerliejay x

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  8. The REN cleanser sounds lovely. I really want to try Origins moisturisers too!
    Catherine x
    Brighton Girl

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  9. I LOOOVE your pictures! :)

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  10. I adore night-a-mins! x

    http://thebeautyvisual.blogspot.co.uk

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  11. im itching to try these out! as soon as i use up my on the go creams i'm treating myself! xxx

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  12. These products look really nice. It is great to splash out on new skincare every now and then. Really in to my skin care right now!

    Gillian x

    www.glamupeveryday.com

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  13. I know in the next few weeks I'm going to run out of my REN day cream and my Origins night a mins, gah! I'm so fussy with moisturisers and I'm not sure I'f I should re-purchase or try something new! Torn between trying the make a difference night cream or perhaps the richer version of night a mins as I have the oil free one atm :) Also would love to try the REN micro polish but I haven't made an order with them in ages for a sample!

    Gah, good haul Caroline! I'm jealous! xo

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  14. Splashing out on great skincare is the best! xx

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  15. Aw man, I really want to go shopping now! Haha. Not that I need any new skincare items, but I'm such a skincare junkie and love trying new things! I absolutely adore Alpha-H Liquid Gold, so I think I'll definitely give the eye gel and moisturiser a go in the future when my current items run out. I love the new sleek Alpha-H packaging, but it's so good how you got a deal with the old packaging. Oh, and I'll have to give the REN exfoliator a go too! I absolutely adore the Gylcolactic Renewal Mask.

    http://vintagemachine.blogspot.com

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  16. wow *_* very nice products! your blog is very lovely and interesting. im glad if you visit my blog, too <3 keep in touch!

    xx
    beauthi.blogspot.com

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  17. Thanks so much for this post.

    I've been wanting to try Alpha-H for ages, but hesitated because of the price. But after reading this, I checked out Salon Skincare and found they're offering the pair for £25. I'm international, so I had to pay the shipping fee, but that's still quite a steal. :)

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  18. I really want to try both of those Origins moisturisers and the Ren scrub. I am not sure if I would buy the Caudalie Beauty Elixir or the Alpha H Liquid Gold again.

    Laura
    www.whitewintersblog.com

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