October 2008 Archives
Nude Skincare Cleansing Facial Oil
While we’re used to cleansing creams, lotions and gels, a cleansing oil was something new to us… there are many available, but we’d never taken the plunge and given one a try.
The Nude skincare range is smart and sleek – the packaging looks great in any bathroom cabinet – so would the product inside do the job?
We were pleasantly surprised, not only by the scent of the product which is rich and indulgent, but also by the results…
Intended for normal to dry skins, we also tested on combination skin – all our testers loved this – most reported improved skintone and clarity of skin (blemishes disappearing) within 3-4 days and all found improvement within a week. Improvements also included a reduction in fine fines and crepiness.
If an oil scares you a bit, don’t worry – although you massage the product straight into the skin, adding a little water transforms it to a milk which then rinses off without any oil being left on the skin.
Not all our testers were keen on the scent, our man felt it was a bit girly for him, though loved the results, and those who are not keen on exotic, sensual scents didn’t enjoy the scent as much as the others. Those who love sensual frangrances – such as the scent of the Elemis Exotic Collection – will love this and will find it great for a facial as well as everyday use.
Available from:
Nude Skincare
SteamCream
SteamCream is a multi-purpose cream – a moisturiser for face, body and hands.
Now we’re often dubious about multi-purpose products – do they really do the job? With SteamCream it’s a big YES! We love it!
From the off, SteamCream soothes and softens skin – you’ll see an improvement instantly, skin feels smooth, soft and comforted. It absorbs quickly and easily with no stickiness and despite the indulgent ingredients (honey, lavender, cocoa butter, oats, almond oil…) the cream is light and easy to use.
After a few days using SteamCream on the body and hands, skin is replenished and looking so healthy – a little goes a long way, the quality ingredients doing their work means you won’t get through half the pot in one go!
On the face it’s the same results – younger, healthier looking skin with any redness reduced – some of us found it a little too rich for day, but as a night cream no-one faulted it.
Made in the UK, the ingredients for SteamCream are sourced locally wherever possible and the quality is noticeable in the cream. Not only that, the ingredients are natural and suitable for vegans.
The fragrance is very clean, perhaps more suited to the ladies but certainly not a no-no for the guys. Lavender, Neroli and Orange Blossom all combine beautifully.
Can it get any better?!
Yep! The cream comes in gorgeous little tins in different designs, so you can pick your mood! The tins also make it a great gift for your friends.
Available from Liberty (online and in-store).
