Empties / March 2014

Dirty Works Coconut Caress Body Scrub: this scrub was pretty perfect. First of all, love the tube for practicality in the shower. Perfect consistency too, easy to spread. Lovely coconut scent and fantastic price! Definitely a worthy budget alternative.

Repurchase: yes!

Steamcream: I really really want to love the Steamcream… but I have grown to only like it. I like the fresh, light consistency, velvety feel and it aborbs quickly but I don’t think it is an exceptionally good moisturizer, to be honest (especially on rough, very dry skin). I’m also not a fan of the lavender scent but it’s not too strong so I’ve learnt to live with it. Their tins are always so pretty tho ;)

Repurchase: maybe.

Liz Earle Foot Repair Moisturiser: It has a typical minty scent like other foot creams, it’s fast absorbing and refreshing. Don't get me wrong: it's a lovely cream but pretty ordinary and far too expensive for what it is.

Repurchase: no.

Bliss Fabulous Foaming Face Wash: I really enjoyed using this face wash. It feels nourishing but still deeply cleansing and fresh. It has some exfoliating beads but it’s not too harsh and could be used on a daily basis, I reckon. The bubblegum scent is nice too and a change from the usual herbal smell of products nowadays.

Repurchase: yeah.

Murad Renewing Eye Cream: not too impressed with this sample. I found it quite oily and took a bit too long to sink in; consequently, my concealer didn’t apply uniformily. The sample is far too small to notice any difference obviously, but I can safely say that I don't feel the need to further investigate/invest in this item.

Repurchase: nope.

Review / Dirty Works Coconut Caress Body Scrub

If you know me, you know I love everything coconut AND purple so I couldn't fail to love this scrub!

Dirty Works is one of my favourite budget brands, without a doubt; the products perform well and the attention to details - like the packaging - is something that I personally look for and appreciate when I research my brands.

 In this instance, the purple container is pretty cute (and important) if like me, you care about a pretty display in the bathroom too.

I already knew Dirty Works skincare line is fantastic and Coconut Caress Body Scrub* is now another reason why I love this brand so much! 

The tube is perfect to use in the shower and the consistency is creamy and spreads easily on dry skin too (how I like it!).
The walnut shell granules help remove dead skin cells and prepare your body for the perfect tan; the coconut oil - apart the awesome scent! - also locks in moisture and revitalize the skin.
The Coconut Caress Collection includes a body wash too - with their exotic scent, they are the perfect combo to get you in the holiday mood!
Pretty great value for money at £3.99 for a 200ml bottle.

Are you a fan of Dirty Works like me? :)

Review / Dirty Works Power Berry Detox Mask

It's no secret that I love Dirty Works skincare! Their Wake Up Call Face Wash, in particular, is one of my all time favourite cleanser and I'm already on my third bottle.
When I heard about Dirty Works Power Berry Detox Mask*, I knew it was going to be another great product, bound to be added to my must-have list.

This is a purifying mask, thanks to the green clay that detoxes the skin drawing out impurities but with added benefits of superfood berries!
I'm  quite the connoisseur when it comes to clay/charcoal masks: I've been using them since I was a teenager and tried many brands. They are very effective but can also be pretty aggressive and leave the skin feeling tight.
The Dirty Works Power Berry Detox Mask is a totally different experience!
It feels really fresh on the skin, like a splash of water thanks to the blueberry extracts which are rich in antioxidant that protect and nourish the skin, too.

I go to say that this product has been my saviour, recently.
As mentioned in my Monday's post, I've been having some skin trouble, due to the Konjac sponge. It's been pretty upsetting and worrying since I don't usually have skin issues - blemishwise. 

My skin felt very congested and unclean - I wasn't really sure what to do to get rid of impurities without being too aggressive.
This mask just came at the right time and is doing wonders to restore the balance in my 'tender' skin, calming it down and banishing spots.
I really can't recommend it enough and for £4.99 you're getting a great bargain, too. Available in Sainsbury's nationwide now.

Introducing / Dirty Works

If you like Soap&Glory, you'll love this range... well, on second thought you'll love it even if you don't like Soap&Glory... like me!

I'm never been a huge fan of the Boots range: I dislike the smell and I never experienced any benefit from their body products. Btw, this is all my speculation but I think you'll agree that the 50s packaging is very similar...

Anyway, let's talk about Dirty Works which is much more exciting! This line is esclusively available in Sainsbury's so you know you can get pampered without breaking the bank.

 

Wake Up Call Face Wash has become my favourite - also above more expensive brands. I've been using this cleanser every night and I didn't experience any breakout. It leaves my face squeeky clean but without any dryness. Love the creamy texture and although it lathen well, it doesn't over-foam so it's very fast to rinse. The scent, also, is gentle and soo good. I can't describe it but I love it so much that I wish I could have  a parfume that smells like that. :)

The ingredients include chicory extract, vitamin E, Papaya Extract and Cotton Seed Oil - and If I knew how Cotton Seed oil smells I would say that is the smell of this wash - Clean!

I can also report that it is Clarisonic-friendly. :)

 

As the name suggests, this is also perfect for the morning but I'm used to use a wash only in the evening and then I complete my night routine with the night cream and eye cream.

Sleep It Off Night Cream comes in a generous tube and smells like lilies - very floral. It's quite rich consistency, containing Hyaluronic acid and fig extract for a night hydration treatment and wheatgem oil & Peach Kernel oil for antioxidant boost.

It absorbs well and doesn't linger on the skin plus all these natural ingredients works whist sleeping,when the skin is mostly receptive. Also, a little goes a long way so this will last me for a long time!!

The Banish The Bags Eye Cream comes in a typical eye cream tube. This is, also, a good size and I'd say it's not scented, which is a pro. This cream I also love: it's great to moisturize this area that I've been finding more and more problematic with age... sigh**

Key ingredients are Shea Butter, vitamin E, peptides and caffeine which helps to combat free radicals, puffiness and increase circulation.

 

This line also includes body products, like scrubs and butters and it's available now nationwide.

*pr samples*