little white truths

I'm sorry to say it, but this was a pile of rubbish. And it costs $121 AUD for the full size. It was more like a gel than a cream so it should suit those who prefer lighter products, but it did absolutely nothing for me and I probably wouldn't even bother using another sachet of the stuff, if one came my way. All it seemed to do was add a shiny coating to my skin (and unsurprisingly glycerin is the second listed ingredient): it definitely didn't moisturise my face in the slightest. Foo.

Mustus Daily Harvest Squeeze Sheet Mask

A new play on the trend ‘edible beauty’, each mask apparently contains a ‘juice’ essence that your skin drinks - absorbing nutrients to instantly hydrate, rejuvenate and vitalise your complexion.

Another sachet post, another random sheet mask that someone's given me. This came from Maslow & Co and, as usual, it did absolutely nothing for me. You put it on, you look like serial killer for fifteen minutes, you take it off and look like you've just splashed water on your face (which would be decidedly cheaper than these expensive single-use things). And there's always enough essence for an application of body cream (why do they include so much: could they not include a quarter of the amount and make them cheaper?!). Foo again.

Darphin Hydraskin Light

This is described as a lightweight, long-lasting moisturiser that replenishes normal to combination skin, leaving it supple and radiantly beautiful.

I own the rich version of this product and it's definitely better suited to my dry skin (especially when it's cold), but this is absolutely a good alternative for those whose skin can't tolerate heavier moisturisers. It applied and blended well and I didn't need to use too much per application, and it kept my dry skin comfortable without weighing it down. It's just a good, basic everyday moisturiser that's not particularly fancy but does the job.

Mario Badescu Hyaluronic Eye Cream

This apparently boasts a results-driven blend of hyaluronic acid, safflower seed oil, eyphrasia extract and aloe vera extract. It's a whipped formula that should replenish moisture, smooth lines and wrinkles, brighten and soothe for a youthful-looking under-eye.

I tell you what, at $26 AUD for the full size, I think this is a great little product. Sure it doesn't perform backflips, but it's kept my dry eyes hydrated and happy so I recommend it. Eye creams are notoriously expensive but Mario Badescu has some good ones that don't break the bank, and I may well buy this. It's cheap, it absorbs nicely and it does the job. Yay to that.

In sum

That's all from me! My favourite item in this lot is the Kevyn Aucoin liquid highlighter but the Mario Badescu eye cream is the one I'm most likely to buy because it's so reasonably priced.

Hope all's well with you, and speak soon x