An Ode to Hydraluron

Recently I have been taking a keen interest in making sure I take good care of my skin. I have quite problematic skin and have been trying out products to get it on the road back to normality.

I have always wondered why my skin has soaked up my foundation and it has always extremely frustrated me when my foundation does not last past 12pm.

After much research and lots of help from one AMAZING blog by the skincare goddess that is Caroline Hirons, I have found out a lot about my skin and I thought it was about time I shared this with you.

You know that problem I mentioned earlier? Turns out it's dehydrated skin AND there is a way to get rid of it!

If you want to know more about Dehydrated skin and how to get rid of it, you can find out in the article I wrote for Fashion North last week - Dry or Dehydrated Skin: Do You Know The Difference

So, Caroline has mentioned many times of her holy grail product: Hydraluron. This is a rehydrating serum from Indeed Labs. It is packed with hyaluronic acid. This is an ingredient which is vital for rehydrating the skin. It holds up to 1000x its weight in water.

Now onto the effects. Is this really working?

The answer? YES IT IS. This tiny little product that I have added to my skincare routine has completely changed my skin for the better. My skin is a lot more rehydrated. It is more plump and holds make up really well. I no longer experience any flakiness of the skin.

Because my skin is now more rehydrated, I have noticed that the overall condition of my skin has improved and, slowly, it is on the road to normality. Because there isn't as much flakiness, the skin isn't over producing oil to compensate for the dryness... Longer lasting make up HOORAH

All of this is down to this one little product. My opinion? The best thing I have found for my skin in a long time.

Would I recommend this product? ABSOLUTELY YES.

Recently Indeed Labs have released Hydraluron moisture boosting masks. What are your opinions? are they worth the hype? I would love to hear from you

Katie

xx

A BLOGGER ASKING FOR ADVICE?! REALLY?!

Hello all you lovely people!

So, many of you are probably experts in face care, and I was wanting to ask for YOUR advice. YES, I NEED YOUR HELP.

I have been wanting to get the Embryolisse moisturiser for quite some time but I simply can't decide which one to get!

I am stuck between the Lait-Creme Concentrate or the Hydra Mat. Both look very good but I simply can't decide. Check them out here!

So, I thought I would tell you all about my skin and let you decide which would be better for me!

I get quite oily, acne prone skin, through my t-zone, to the point where my make up will not last all day because of it (no matter what I use). However, I get a lot of redness in my cheeks and a bit of dehydration.

So, if you all could be nice enough to recommend a moisturiser for me, please comment below or email me katiebeautyboutique@gmail.com

Thank you!

Katie x

VALENTINES GIFT IDEAS - FOR HIM

Well hello there my lovelies! You may have noticed a little change to the blog! I hope you like it! I simply love it!

So, Christmas and New Year is done and dusted and it is now time to start having a little think about the next occasion that will be happening in just over 2 weeks time! Some get terrified at the thought of Valentines and some simply love it! Fear not if you are stuck on what to get your special loved one, I am here to help!

This post is what I think would be lovely to treat HIM to, so this could be your crush, boyfriend, partner or husband, or what ever you simply would like to call him! So, gone are the days where you simply exchange a little red rose and a cuddly teddy that you know for a fine fact that he will never use, here you will find something that you know he will like!

So, the first gift you could start off with is an AFTERSHAVE that you know he likes, or you could be a little bit adventurous (I know I'm not!) and pick the scent for him yourself! That way, you know that he will be smelling lovely, just how you like it!

Paco Rabanne 1 Million 

Th first gift is the Paco Rabanne 1 Million. I think that this fragrance is absolutely lovely! In fact I think that I may be a little obsessed with it because when someone passes me and I get just a little whiff, I fall in love, the smell is so fresh and sensual! I just need to get to that smell! To be honest, I think that this fragrance is now a classic. I'm sure your man would thank you for getting him this fragrance as I'm sure he will feel like he is worth a million dollars, knowing that his aftershave is infused with a little sprinkle of gold!

Prices

So, for 50ml your talking £36.50 from John Lewis

for 100ml it will be £49.99

and for a whopping 200ml £70

not a bad price for smelling like you are worth millions!

Izola Botanist Beard Oil

Whenever you give your man a hug or a kiss are you sick of getting scratched by his unruly dry coarse haired beard? Fear not! I have found a solution! The Izola Botanist Beard Oil is rich in vitamins and minerals to help repair any irritated skin cells, and condition the hair follicles.  Just £25 from johnlewis.com

Hugo Boss Franzisko Cufflinks, Navy

Keep your man looking very dapper for when he treats you to your Valentines meal with these simplistic Hugo Boss Cufflinks suitable for any suit wearer, these cufflinks are very simple yet stylish and made with a combination of Brass and Enamel. These will suit most shirt and tie combinations! £50 from johnlewis.com




So, you made it to the end, that is it with the Valentines Gifts for Him I hope that I have given you some inspiration and you are now not completely stuck in a rut with what to get your special loved one. Keep posted for next weeks post where I will feature Valentines Gift Ideas for HER.

Thank you so much for reading and I hope you are all well! Let me know what you think or recommend as a gift in the comments below!

Katie x

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