Thursday, May 23, 2013

WANT HEALTHY DEWY SKIN?

Nourish Skincare came out with this product last year before Christmas. They marketed it as the key for achieving sparkly skin for Christmas parties, celebrations etc and kindly sent it to me so I could tell my opinion on it. I tried it back then, liked it but still didn't use it. Why?

I decided that it would be fabulous product for summer time. So securely sealed, hidden in the box it waited patiently summer time and me reaching for it. I just couldn't imagine wearing and using product like this on my skin when I have to put on ten layers of clothes when going out. There was no point at all, but this is only my personal opinion on this.


NOURISH GOLDEN GLOW TONING SOUFFLÉ

This is moisturising body soufflĂ© with a beautiful twist! It has light reflecting particles in it which are very fine and tasteful, so no chunky cheap sparkle on your skin with this. It evens skin tone like magic, gives absolutely perfect polished look to skin and leaves the impression of healthy sun-kissed glow on your skin. 
Besides all that goodness it has frankincense and myrrh in it combined with nutritious phyto-active marine extract, hyaluronic acid and tripeptides both stimulating collagen in skin. So, this beautiful product does not only give dewy summer skin on outside, but at the same time soothes, moisturises and refines from the skin inside.


This cream comes in glass jar which makes it quite luxurious and something that looks good on your makeup counter. The cream itself is quite thin and light without any big glitter or sheen in it. It looks very fine almost like fairy dust in it. So you don't feel the particles in texture when applying the product.

When it comes to smell it smells natural all the way. It is hard to describe because I could feel a little bit of everything in it. Definitely something from myrrh and something from frankincense, but altogether it reminded me refreshing and comforting green tea.

I apply it as my usual body moisturiser all over my body especially before wearing dresses, or showing my skin little bit more. It looks so good on arms, legs and extra good on if you have a little bit tan on (fake tan in my case as I don't tan).

When rubbing it in, it feels light, sinks into skin without any problems and doesn't leave skin greasy at all. Some people can panic at first, because golden sheen on your skin may be too obvious and too much for your taste, but trust me if you leave it as it is, the cream will sink in even more and gets very natural yet beautiful. Nobody can tell you rubbed yourself with golden goodness, only you know it!





One think I would suggest is washing your hands after getting done with it as the gold gets on your nails and palms so that can look little bit odd. It comes off easily with soap an water, so no worries there. Also do not touch black things (black lid of this jar for example) before washing your hands as it will leave gold fingerprints all over. Again, very easy to wipe off, but just little heads up for you.

Other than that I couldn't be more satisfied with this product. I truly love it and adore the fact it is very natural as you usually can't get specific products like this in very natural formulas. This big glass jar will last very long time and my summer just got shinier and more golden than ever. Absolute purchase from me when I run out of it!

This product is available in here.


Monday, May 20, 2013

PERFECT JEWELRY FOR SUMMER

When it comes to my summer everyday jewelry I rarely wear any or if I do it has to be simple, appropriate for summer and unique at the same time. I have found wonderful pieces that are almost screaming 'ME' and 'MY STYLE'. These are very earthy, natural and leave very effortless yet give stylish impression. 'Jewelry with character'- if you want me to describe it in just one sentence.



URBANWOMAN RING BRACELET

This is stainless steel and leather combo I wear the most. It is light yet big enough to make a statement and wear on its own. Its stainless steel ring catches light through sunshine and feels very unique.

Bracelet is available in here.




URBANWOMAN STUDDED WOODEN BANGLE

This bangle is made of real wood and has little golden studs running around it. It isn't bulky or heavy like some bigger bangles can be. It is extremely comfortable to wear and dark brown shade goes well with tanned skin. My go to accessory when wearing maxi-dresses!

Bangle is available in here.






URBANWOMAN BROWN LEATHER FEATHER NECKLACE

This is quite different necklace. It has long leather chain with old feeling metal pendant with two feathers and coin. Leather chain can be adjusted easily, depending on the clothing you wear and style you long for. Again I love with dresses and therefore it is perfect for summer.

Necklace is available in here.






URBANWOMAN STAINLESS STEEL DROP EARRINGS

These are also made of high grade stainless steel. Earrings are very shiny, sleek golden. Geometric shape and strong features give these earrings very modern look. Having quite big size doesn't give them much of a weight, so it is easy and light to wear them.

Earrings are available in here.

These are my picks from Urbanwoman Jewellery's huge collection. These are certainly my favourite and I love them to pieces. It is almost unbelievable to me that you could get such a unique accessories for great price like they offer.

I suggest to check their whole selection out as they have beautiful things for everybody's taste. 

Also, what are your go-to accessories in summer?

Saturday, May 18, 2013

COMPLIMENT MAGNET EARRINGS!

I introduced you to Pi-Ret Jewelry for a while ago. Now I want to show you my favourite earrings from the wide selection of this 'earring wonderland' Piret has created with her own hands.
These earrings come in two versions you can choose when ordering. Something for silver fans and something for gold persons as ear posts can be made in sterling silver or gold filled.

This is how I got the package. Everything was packaged so nicely and you could definitely feel the warmth and care the person has put into this. If you want to order any earrings as a gift for someone special, you don't need to worry about the presentation at all. It comes in white gentle box tied with beautiful white ribbon around it. When you open the box you can immediately see bright pink tissue paper that is decorated with very classy sticker with company's logo on it. Inside all that goodness are earring that in my case were even more beautiful in person.




PI-RET JEWELRY GORGEOUS BREEZE EARRINGS

As you can see I chose gold filled option as gold feels warmer and more like me. Even though these Tiffany Blue toned earrings would light up any face or personality by itself. These are perfect for everyday wear, but unique enough to choose to wear on more special days.



These earrings made of chalcedony have made my earring wearing experience so much more enjoyable  and different. Since I started to wear these I have gotten so much compliments on these. It is hard to believe that such a little and gentle delicate earrings, which only measure about 1.5 cm in total length, can have so strong impact on your overall feeling and appearance.

These gorgeous earrings cost 25€ and are available in here.

Thursday, May 16, 2013

CURL HARMONY CURL REVIVER

I haven't talked about hair lately and this is because I am trying to keep it really simple when it come to hair. I use quite the amount of oils in my hair as a treatment and finishing serum. The reason behind that is the fact that there are only so little amount of products that would suit me or make my hair happy. I have talked about those few before, but as a blogger I am always in search of the other holy grail hair product.
My hair can be unruly, dry, frizzy and unmanageable. They can also be smooth and well behaved! So I have noticed that they act really mice when I pamper them with as natural ingredients as I can. There comes the downside of a lot of hair finishing products, their main ingredients are usually different types of silicone (yes, apparently one silicone in one product is not enough). So no styling products for me or only as my guilty pleasure! Until I found Curl Harmony.


CURL HARMONY CURL REVIVER

It is basically a light balm that smooths down any frizz, dryness and adds a lot of healthiness to your locks. Even though it is Curl Reviver, it can be used in any hair. I have natural wave to my hair, but I used it also when I had my hair straight. 

It is enriched with Avocado Butter, Kokum Butter and Coconut Butter. It promises to provide hair with moisture, calm frizzing and leave hair looking silky fabulous every day. Now to be honest, it is not entirely natural, but has natural butters as main ingredients.



A little bit of this product goes a long way. You only need to apply few pea sizes to get the perfect effect of it. I have used my little jar for months now and still have plenty of it left. 

I apply little amount to damp hair and let it air dry or use a blow dryer. Then after my hair is completely dry, I usually apply little bit more, to give it final touches and smooth down any fly-aways, frizziness or dryness. It makes hair super easy to comb through, very manageable and smooth. 

The days when you choose to wear curls, it makes them soft and bouncy even after you abused your hair with hot tools to achieve that perfect curl. This product has been my hair saviour!

Curl Harmony Curl Reviver is available in here. You can choose between 250ml and 60ml jars. Mine is 60ml and I can assure that you can get plenty of use out of it.

Wednesday, May 8, 2013

SKIN CARE LIKE ART BY 'MARBLE AND MILKWEED'

I have had the pleasure of trying out quite big sized samples of Marble and Milkweed wonderful skin care. Usually I give skin care some more time before hyping about it, but these little two treasures are just phenomenal and unique.


First of all something about the brand. If you visit their website you may stay there for a while, because everything looks so simple and heartwarming, from the products to the presentation and descriptions. It is simply the art by itself!

Their products are designed to simplify the way we care for ourselves. They are formulated almost exclusively using organic and fair-trade ingredients, and are made carefully by hand. They are gentle and contain no harsh chemicals or artificial scents.

Marble and Milkweed Rose and Chamomile Cleansing Nectar

This cleanser has a base of raw local honey with botanical essences of organic German Chamomile and organic Bulgarian Rose Otto. As you know honey has so many benefits for the skin, starting from antibacterial properties and finishing with anti-aging values. It really feels like putting nectar on your face, it doesn't lather, but cleans very well. 

It forms silky almost milky texture on your skin when massaging with wet hands. 
The sweet and floral, yet calming scent and smooth texture will provide the ultimate relaxing cleanse experience for your skin. You may think that honey in conjunction with essential oils won't get your face clean, but you are wrong. After rinsing everything off your face it feels so clean, smooth and hydrated like velvet. This cleanser is best to use after your makeup has been removed. It has so many nutrients and good ingredients you would want to get the most of it, and that can only happen on makeup free face.

Rose and Chamomile Cleansing Nectar is available in here.

Marble and Milkweed Rose and Chamomile Facial Scrub

Once again raw local honey, organic oats, organic rose petals and organic rosehip seed oils are only few good things in it. Rosehip seed oil is so high on vitamin A which promotes skin cell regeneration therefore it is so healing on skin. Sesame oil that contains vitamin E is extremely hydrating and has been a favourite ingredient in Ajurvedic skin care for thousand years.
This scrub is quite thick and comes in form of a paste. It smells sweetly floral and comforting and you almost want to eat it after. The colour of rose petals give it so luxurious look and feel. 

You get a smallest amount of it and warm it between your hands with little amount of warm water. It forms liquid paste that is easy to work with. Then you apply it on face and start to exfoliate. Particles in it are very gentle yet do their job very well. I leave it usually on my face for few minutes, just to allow everything in it to penetrate my skin better and then rinse it off. It leave skin glowing and clean without any redness or irritation like a lot of scrubs would do. This scrub can get addictive!

Rose & Chamomile Facial Scrub is available in here.





So, these are reasons and my rant why I love these products. I will keep using them as long as these samples last (like with most of the organic products little bit goes, really long way) and hope my skin will benefit even more than it has done in the past week. 

Take care!