Summer Holiday Essentials

Yes, I'm back! I'm so glad to be able to write these lines right now, I've missed it. Still recovering, and trying to relax and be more positive and strong. So I took a few days to spend by the sea and enjoy summer. I packed my bag(s), except for my make up bag, which I substituted with a small purse; I just wanted to take essentials with me, no fuss, no mess. And of course it had to be about bright and bold colours, this was my firm decision this summer. Despite trying to keep it simple, you'll find that I still had a lot of bottles and jars to carry around, but you've got to believe me when I say that I tried my best to be and look as carefree as possible (*sigh*). So, skincare: check, haircare: check, make up: check! Let me show you what I mean. (Sunscreens, deodorants, shower gel and shampoo are not mentioned though, so let me know if you're interested in an update).

Pai Bedtime Beauty Essentials: Echium Collection (L.E)

A few months ago, I was fortunate enough to win a Pai Limited Edition set in a contest held by Beautybay.com. I hadn't had the chance to try any Pai products before and I was more than thrilled to have this opportunity. This set belongs to the "Age Confidence" line of the company, which is a better alternative to the - disappointing at times - term of "Anti-Aging" products. The set comprises of the Echium and Argan Gentle Eye Cream as well as the Echium and Amaranth Age Confidence Oil. It also contains a soft and luxurius Lavender Silk Eye Mask and it comes in this lovely box. Amazing. 

The belated review: L' Oreal Paris Skin Perfection

Now I know, this review comes late. However, I don't really mind, since my goal is not to introduce, but  to share with you my opinion on some products that seemed to be really loved by beauty bloggers. I've been using the Day Moisturiser, Serum and Magic Touch Instant blur for a little less than a month now and I have formed an opinion. 

IT'S SKINCARE TIME: PRIORI & VITAGE

Not so long ago, there was a giveaway hosted by the Dorothy and Olive blog in collaboration with Courthouse Clinics. I was so happy that I was the lucky winner of a Priori and Vitage skincare combo prize, it literally made my day! If you still haven't checked out dorothyandolive.com, you should. It's a lovely and tasteful fashion blog. As far as Courthouse Clinics is concerned, it was founded in 1998 and has been offering specialist cosmetic treatments all over the U.K. ever since - thanks again, Grace Olivia and Courthouse Clinics!