AVÈNE SPF 50+ INTENSE PROTECT #TBT REVIEW

I am currently reviewing the 

Avène SPF50+ Fragrance-Free Fluid sun protection for the face

and for the body my "go to" is still the 

Avène SPF50+ Intense Protect.

As we are currently experiencing a heatwave in South Africa, I thought it 

would be the perfect time to re-post my review.

~~~~~~ 

Avène products have been a longtime trusted favourite of mine for

several years now and one that I recommend often.

If you would like to read my past reviews on many Avène products then

Click here

Since the beginning of summer my go to sun protection has been their

newly launched

Avène SPF50+ Intense Protect

It's an innovative lightweight fluid offering very high UV protection 

with ultra water resistance.

It's a Broad Spectrum High Protection, making the 

Intense Protect 50+ it suitable for all skin types, 

including the most sun-sensitive skin:

babies as of 6 months, children, pregnant women, very light phototypes

 that lack natural melanin, damaged skin, post-tattoo or skin suffering

 from the effects of cancer treatments.

Intense Protect 50+ is also suitable for all types of exposure and also

 the most extreme and demanding conditions for sun protection: 

high altitudes, high seas, dry climates, humid

tropical heat, and nautical sports.

It can be used on both the face and the body, however I have used it mainly

on my body, as I had sun protection for my face that I had to finish.

Key ingredients include:

 Patented TriAsorB

 an innovative sun filter inspired by the natural protective properties of melanin.

 It absorbs and reflects harmful UVB, short & long UVA rays, as well as 

high-energy visible blue light. 

Pre-tocopherol

is a photostable precursor to Vitamin E and offers powerful antioxidant benefits.

 Avène Thermal Spring Water

is known for its soothing, softening, and anti-irritating benefits.

This SPF is Ultra water-resistant, Sweat-resistant and Fragrance-free.

This SPF has served me very well during the past few, 

hot and humid months.

It offers super fast absorption, feels dry to the touch and has a

 transparent finish and it also

provides good hydration (8hrs they claim) and more importantly leaves

 no white marks.

So if you are looking for intense high protection or an everyday SPF 

for the whole family, then this is certainly one to consider.

AVÈNE 

SPF 50+ INTENSE PROTECT

150ml

R

339 

359

£

20

22

Available In South Africa at Clicks, Dischem

 and online at

 Dermastore and Woolworths

DERMALOGICA SKINPERFECT PRIMER SPF30 {REVIEW}

This is one of those products that I didn't know I needed, until I was

introduced to it very recently via a Dermalogica facial.

It wasn't on my radar or even a product that I'd heard of, the

DERMALOGICA SKINPERFECT PRIMER SPF30

is a make-up primer, sunscreen and treatment for skin ageing in one

and it was applied at the end of my facial.

It has a silky feel and provides a smooth surface for a "soft focus" effect

and combined with the glow of my facial, my skin looked great.

*This product has replaced the Dermalogica HydraBlur Primer, which I did

review several years ago, however this SKINPERFECT PRIMER is 

on a different level altogether.

It smooths fine lines, brightens and primes for flawless skin, 

and prep for make-up application. 

Formulated with Soy Protein, that helps even out skin texture, 

creating a smoother surface. 

The texture of this product is quite unique as it has a velvety mousse

feel, which glides across the face beautifully and makes 

for easy application.

Pearl Powder and natural earth minerals provide a neutral tint for 

visible luminosity, radiance and it delivers both in "beauty bucketloads".

 It also contains Broad Spectrum 

sunscreens that help shield against sun damage triggered by UV light 

and an SPF 30 is always welcome in any moisturiser/primer.

This product has flexibility, which I like, as it can be worn alone, 

over your moisturiser, or after moisturiser application

 and before foundation, to help decrease the appearance of fine lines

 for a lasting make-up finish.

It can be used on all skin types.

Having tried all ways and I enjoyed them all, my preferred choice 

is to just wear it alone.

I was super impressed with this rather unassuming product that

Illuminates+Primes+Protects

 and I bought one immediately post facial.

I love a multi functional product and it's especially useful if you are 

time strapped or just having a lazy skincare day, and I have many 

of those during Summer.

My only reservation about my new "skin find" is the size and price.

It comes in a rather small 22ml size tube, yet it has a hefty price tag.

Dermalogica do say it lasts for approximately 63 uses and they include

a tube dispenser to help get the most product out of the tube.

 I will reserve comment,  as I haven't yet finished, but I will report 

back to you, but for now I'm very much enjoying my

 Illuminating, Smoothing, Brightening,Tinted, SPF 30 Skin Primer...

DERMALOGICA

SKINPERFECT PRIMER

SPF 30

22ml

R

1,149

£

55

$

55

I have reviewed several Dermalogica products and if you would like to

read my other reviews Click here

MY TOP 8 HAIR & BODY PRODUCTS {2022}

Here is my 2nd "Top" post of 2022 and it's now the turn of the 

Hair & Body products.

During 2022 I discovered some great hair and body products and

I've also included a make-up tool, as I wasn't too sure where

to include it and I couldn't not feature it.

From 2022 I have 2 hair, 3 body, 1 bath, 1 self tan and 1 hand

 product to share with you and are in my mind all worthy of making it onto

my 2022 "Top Hair & Body Product" list.

I have already posted my

 Top 3 Most Disappointing Products 2022

so if you would like to catch up then Click here

I will also include my Top Hair & Body Products from 2021

Click here

Hair

INOAR

 +AMOR -SODIO

 MASK

I was introduced to the Brazilian Hair Care brand INOAR a couple of years

 ago and I have tried and reviewed a couple of their products all with

 great success.

If you would like to read my other INOAR reviews Click Here

The key Active Ingredients are Tribulus Terrestris & Banana Flower Oil

which deeply nourish the hair and to be honest with you

after my first application I wasn't overly impressed, so on the 2nd

use I increased the amount I applied and left it on longer than the

recommended 3 minutes and WOW what it difference that change made.

My hair, as always after using, feels incredibly soft, shiny and fuller.

It leaves no oily coating on the hair shaft, so the hair doesn't

feel weighed down with product and now that I have my

 correct dosage and timings worked out, my hair smells & feels great

 every time and my hair appears to be truly loving this mask.

To read my full review Click here

LIVING PROOF 

RESTORE 

PERFECTING SPRAY

This was the fourth hair product that I'd tried from the

US brand Living Proof and I have really enjoyed the previous ones,

the Restore Mask Treatment, Perfect Day 5-in-1 Styling Treatment

 and their Perfect Day Dry Shampoo, which is my

absolute favourite dry shampoo of all time and well worth a purchase

if you can get your hands on one.

I will leave my reviews linked here

Restore Perfecting Spray is a featherweight leave-in product to make dry, 

damaged hair look and feel strong, smooth, soft with natural shine.

It's pleasantly fragranced, the spray works well and doesn't drench your

hair, but best of all it leaves your hair feeling lightweight, beautifully soft

 and smooth.

I found this particular one to 

provide so much more for my hair than any previous ones that I've tried,

especially the UV protection.

To read my full review

BY TERRY

BAUME DE ROSE

HAND CREAM

I had been wanting to try this hand cream

for sometime and sadly it never happened due to my facial products

 winning, where the budget was concerned.

That all changed in 2022 thanks to my BY TERRY Beauty Advent Calendar

from 2021 where I received a full size behind one of the doors.

This pink lightweight, yet velvety-rich formula glides on effortlessly, is quick 

absorbing and leaves that all important, non-greasy finish.

 Your hands are left feeling beautifully silky soft, smooth, moisturised

 and smelling of beautiful roses...

Simply the Baume de Rose Hand Cream is pure luxury for the hands. 

To read my full review Click here

AROMOTHERAPY ASSOCIATES 

DE-STRESS MUSCLE

 BATH & SHOWER OIL

If you've been around these "Bath Waters" for a while, then

you will already know that I love my bath, as a bubble, candlelit,

fragranced bath is my absolute "Happy Place" and I do spend

on anything that takes my bathing experience to another level

and that's exactly what this bath oil did.

What can I say other than this oil is

pure pampering bliss

It relaxes and eases tension, whilst stimulating circulation all at the same

 time and of course it smells divine, leaves the skin feeling amazing

and with so many other products in the collection, 

this has ignited a passion for AROMATHERAPY ASSOCIATES 

and I want more...

To read my full review

RITUALS
RITUAL OF HAMMAM
DEEPLY PURIFYING HOT BODY SCRUB

Body Exfoliation is just as important a Face Exfoliation and

I thoroughly enjoy the process of both and I never see it as a chore.

I also enjoy discovering new ones and this one from the Netherlands

brand RITUALS is an excellent one.

It's just how I love a body scrub to be, it has coarse salts that 

really polish the skin, without stripping or damaging your

skin barrier, it smells divine and an added bonus with this one,

it has that slight warming feel on the skin.

I highly recommend this product if, like me, you enjoy a 

corse salt scrub, one that you can feel working on your skin to

reveal a softer and smoother skin.

* I think this product may have had a name change depending on

which market you are purchasing in *

To read my full review

NUXE 

RÊVE DE THÉ

REVITALISING GRANULAR SCRUB

I have been using Body Scrubs/Exfoliators for as long as I can remember,

so you can imagine over the years I have used many.

This surprising exfoliating scrub, an ultra-fresh cocktail combining a green

 Tea extract with Bamboo grains, removes dead skin cells to leave skin feeling revitalized and invigorated.

 It has the most irresistible scent with notes of green tea, 

rhubarb and fresh herbs. 

For me it combines the perfect exfoliation with a great refreshing fragrance

It's truly bliss for the senses and I adore it...

To read my full review

CLARINS 

SELF TANNING 

INSTANT GEL

I found this product,

which has a non-oily gel texture, to be both easy to apply and 

surprisingly moisturising, which meant that it moved around the skin well

 thus allowing you ample time to cover all of the skin that you're 

wanting to tan.

Whether you are looking for a natural subtle boost or a beautifully

 bronzed glow, this Clarins' self tanning instant gel is a quick way

 to a streak-free, even, golden glow, without the risk of sun damage 

To read my full review Click here

AVÈNE

 XERACALM A.D

 LIPID-REPLENISHING BALM

Having a sensitive and itchy skin was very unusual for me, so

when I developed an itchy skin, that was just prevalent on my shins 

and forearms, I opted straight away for my trusty brand AVÈNE.

 

 Applying XERACALM twice daily (initially) and then once a day,

this non greasy balm both nourished and soothed my skin and more

 importantly over a period of several weeks, the affected areas soon

 settled and the intense itching thankfully ceased.

The airless pump makes for easy, hygienic and controlled application.

So this product is certainly a keeper for me and one that I cannot 

recommend highly enough, if like me suffer from mature dry skin

 or any of your family suffer from dry itchy skin.

To read my full review