Botanics All Bright Soothing Eye Makeup Remover

I'm definitely one of those people who are open minded when it comes to buying products especially when some bloggers who I follow religiously and buy their every recommended product say do not buy this. However, I've realised that everybody is different - what may not work for somebody may work brilliantly for somebody else. So when I found out that Botanics have rebranded, reformulated and repackaged their products a few years back; many people declared that the All Bright Soothing Eye Makeup Remover has changed entirely and thus no longer works for them however going in with an open mind, I bought it and have been trialling it for the last few months or so.

The Botanics All Bright Soothing Eye Makeup Remover (£3.99 for 150ml) is a clear bi-phase oil solution that you have to shake up to combine the two liquids in order to use. The clear oil on top helps remove daily grime and makeup including waterproof whilst the bottom aqueuous phase which is given its colour by hibiscus helps to soothe the eye area and condition lashes.

Unlike other eye makeup removers I've tried, this needs a little more elbow grease to remove all eye makeup which is never a bad thing especially when you're wanting to make sure that you've removed it all. I find that after using this, there is a slight oily residue left behind which disappears once you've followed up with a micellar water or a cleanser. I think that it's a bit far fetched for Botanics to claim that this will brighten up the area as I haven't noticed any difference whatsoever whilst using this despite it containing brightening hibiscus which the entire All Bright range contains. Overall, I thoroughly like using this eye makeup remover and once I've gone through the rest of my stash, I will be happily repurchasing this as it's always on offer in Boots.

Have you tried the Botanics All Bright Soothing Eye Makeup Remover?

No7 Completely Quenched Body Lotion

Does anybody else feel as if they go through body moisturisers far too quickly or is it just me? I hate moisturising my body with a passion yet I force myself to do so every other day after I've had a bath just so that I can say that I have moisturised my body. Despite doing this, I still feel like I've gone through a whole tube/pot in a matter of uses. A product that I feel like I used up within a week is the No7 Completely Quenched Body Lotion which smells absolutely divine if I don't say so myself!

The No7 Completely Quenched Body Lotion (£10.50 for 200ml) is one of No7s' more luxurious products as you could quite literally wrap your skin head-to-toe with this velvety soft lotion that is light on the skin and absorbs almost instantly. It hydrates thirsty skin whilst softening and soothing the skin at the same time all whilst leaving the skin healthier and more radiant than before.

It's scented like the rest of the No7 bathing line up - a scent that I can't quite descibe in words other than luxurious and sweet. As a body lotion, the texture is rather thick so it does take time to work it all in and as a result, feel greasy afterwards which quickly disappears. Just as the name suggests, this truly is a moisturising body lotion as my body feels hydrated for hours after applying it which is down to it containing coconut oil and shea butter which makes it a truly nourishing formula. Unlike other body lotions where a little goes a long way, this doesn't so I've found myself needing a lot more than normal to moisturise my body which probably explains why I feel like I've gone through it rather quickly. As it is rather pricey, this is definitely a factor to consider although when they're handing out the No7 coupons, it does make it a lot cheaper. Overall, this is one of the best body moisturisers I've used to date and I will definitely be repurchasing once I've gone through my stash.

Free No7 GWP

To celebrate the launch of No7's new Match Made Lipstick Service (47 new shades of lipsticks to suit a variety of foundation shades) they've brought out a new gift with purchase which sadly isn't lipstick based but is more purple themed and aimed at the eyes.

Included in this fabulously designed gift is a deluxe sized sample of one of No7's newer mascaras Lovely Lashes which aims to give the lashes natural, glossy volume whilst enriching them with the added bonus of Argan Oil. A smaller version of their infamous eye colour brush is also included albeit it does feel a little stiff. There is a full size Stay Perfect Metallic Eyes Pencil in Purple which has a pencil on one end and a smudger on the end to create a pop of colour with a serious amount of impact. Lastly, is a little eyeshadow which is in the top shade from their Forest Fruits Trio (the shade itself is a shimmery rose gold pink hue).

In order to receieve this free gift with purchase which is worth £26, you must buy any two No7 cosmetics which when combined with the £3 off voucher, makes it more worthwhile. I would highly suggest checking out their new lipsticks as I've certainly got my eyes on a few bright numbers which surprisingly, I feel comfortable wearing.

 *This is NOT a sponsored post.

August Favourites

Do you have a favourite clothing item that you wear constantly that it's practically falling apart? I'm like that with the Real Techniques Miracle Complexion Sponge except I have three and one of which I will have to either chuck or replace. I use this everyday without fail when I'm applying makeup as it's the only tool I've used to apply my base with for the last few months. It's kicking the Real Techniques Buffing Brushs' butt - literally. As I'm currently suffering with the mother of all breakouts, I've found myself relying more and more on the Seventeen Stay Time 18 Hour Concealer which I've been applying to anything that needs concealing. It's got buildable coverage, feels light weight and does the job ever so well. Seventeen have a limited colour range so I find that Extra Fair is the perfect match for me albeit being too light in certain lightings.

As well as concealing the mother of all breakouts, I've been arming myself with the Nip + Fab Gycolic Fix Exfoliating Facial Pads to help combat them. These are soaked in a mixture of gycolic acid, hyaluronic acid and blue daisy which not only helps with blemishes but it resurfaces the skin whilst moisturising and soothing the skin. I've noticed a huge improvement in my skin and I think its partially down to using these bad boys. I've even been recommending them to anybody and everybody who listens and quite a few people who have bought them after my recommendation are now having better skin days.

I've found myself favouring a nude-ish lip throughout August so I've been applying MAC Creme Cup almost religiously and toning it down slightly with a dab of concealer to create the perfect milky, pink nude that suits my pale complexion. I've noticed that I've almost used it all up so a repurchase is most definitely needed.

What products have you been loving throughout August?