The Probiotic Micellar Water

I've always been slightly skeptical towards Micellar Waters. If you are a regular reader of this blog then you will know I take Caroline Hirons words as gospel: 'micellar waters belong backstage.' However, my other skincare goddess is Glamour Beauty Director Alessandre Steinherr - a lover of micellars. On her most recent Sunday facial Snapchat (you've got to check these out!) she featured this - the Super Facialist Probiotic Micellar Water. I love Unna Brennan's Super Facialist range; she creates great skincare for an amazing price tag so I was curious to give it a try…sorry Caroline. 

What immediately struck me about this Micellar Water is that it contains hyaluronic acid: an unusual addition to a simple cleansing water. Now we shouldn't be scared when we see the word acid in our skincare ingredients. Hyaluronic acid is great for keeping skin hydrated. It's also a key anti-ageing ingredient as it helps to plump and firm the skin.

As a result of this addition, after use my skin is left feeling soft; it doesn't feel stripped or tight like it has sometimes felt with other micellar waters. The addition of echinacea and cucumber also helps to leave my skin feeling refreshed. For these reasons I will therefore say it is one of the best micellar waters I have tried. 

Whilst I'm definitely giving this product a big thumbs up I still don't think micellar waters are for me. You need to use so many cotton pads until you can't see your foundation on them and, in my opinion, that's not a great sign of cleansing. I therefore think I will always be a cleansing oil kinda gal. However, this will definitely be a travel favourite.

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Cleansing Oils

It's time for a skincare talk: a cleansing oils 101. If you're not aware of the importance of double cleansing then perhaps I should direct you to this video here. Caroline Hirons, dermatologist skin expert will explain it all.

My biggest change in skincare routine, since watching that video has been to introduce a cleansing oil before my main cleanser. If you think about how much we layer on our skin, spf's included then a two step cleanse is essential to ensure all that dirt is removed.

I realise I've on many occasion raved about the Body Shop Camomile Silky Cleansing Oil. Oh my, this stuff is ahamazing. And it makes the process of removing making thoroughly enjoyable in my opinion. I would seriously recommend this if you've never used an oil before and want to dip your toes in the water at trying.

A second oil that I've met is the Superfacialist Vitamin C+ Skin Renew Cleansing Oil. Whilst smelling like orange squash this stuff, obviously, removes all traces of makeup, but also provides a radiance enhancer which is always a bonus in my books. Whilst the formula isn't as silky to touch as the Body Shop, I would still rate it a 9/10, which is pretty impressive if I do say so myself. 

What are your favourite makeup-removing products?

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Night Time Moisturising

I think that part of my favourite time of the day is getting ready for bed. Verging on a little sad and boring I'm sure, but there really is nothing I love more than getting my 'night-time-skin-routine-ooooon'!  

So when I recently ran out of my Origins Night-a-mins there was nearly a breakdown in my bathroom.

After feeling rather spendy in the month of July (you can check that damage out here) I had to find a plan B to make myself not repurchase the rather pricey Origins tub of evening magic.  Seriously, it does wonders.

I've heard quiet a bit about the Super Facialist by Una Brennan range so I decided to choose the Rose Hydrate Peaceful Skin Night cream, mainly because it claimed to nourish, rejuvenate and protect. 

So far I've been quiet impressed. I definitely noticed a glow after application and it it provides a thorough moisturisation. It's quiet a thin texture which makes it very soothing and easy to apply and absorb into the skin. In the morning my skin still feels moisturised. The only thing is I seriously miss the smell of the Origins...Yes I know, I'm weird. I'm not a huge fan of the rose scent but I do suppose that is is 'calming'. For the price I'd definitely say this is worth it. However, I think Night-a-mins is my main love.

What are your favourite moisturisers? 

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