Review: Ole Henriksen Truth Serum

I have recently been using the Ole Henrickson Truth Serum after getting a deluxe sample size in a gift. I only use it on a night as underneath my current moisturiser, only reason for this that I don't use a serum throughout the day.

What they say:

'Like a daily vitamin for your face, this high powered vitamin C complex helps smooth out lines and wrinkles and prevents further damage. Loaded with antioxidants to fight off environmental aggressors and moisture-binding ingredients to keep your skin nourished and protected, Truth Serum - Collagen Booster is absorbed instantly and penetrates to the deeper layers of the skin to provide long term results. Sensitive skin prone to irritation will benefit immensely from the calming properties of this oil-free serum.'

What I think:

I can't speak so much for the lines and wrinkles, however I like the sound of it preventing further damage. The formula is apparently 'packed' full of vitamin C and antioxidants which is good for calming the skin and healing, which is what my skin really needs at the moment after a breakout! It certainly calmed redness associated with the breakouts so I was pretty chuffed with that. My skin felt calmer and dare I say it, nourished. I don't know weather it was the serum or the added moisturiser but my skin felt lovely the next day. I have been lazy on a few occasions and not bothered with the moisturiser and just plonked on the serum and I felt that this worked fine too.

The serum smells quite strongly of oranges (yummy!!), This may put some people off, so anyone sensitive
 to fragrance might want to test this product first before buying but personally I loved the smell and it didn't linger around any longer than it took for the product to absorb. I really am loving the smell of this product which is something I don't normally I'm face product, but it smelt good enough to eat. I'm having major Terry's chocolate Orange cravings at the moment though so that might be why? Gone off on one now so back to the product..... 

It has a pump dispenser (yey!) I'm a lover of pump dispensers, and comes in a glass bottle. The only problem with the pump dispenser is that sometimes the product kinds of 'crystalises' in the pump and shoots out after a hard push of the pump, but other than that its perfect, The pump doesn't pump out too much product and two pumps was enough for full face easily.

This formula is oil free and advertised as good for all skin types. I know some oils can cause irritation and breakouts to some skin types so this means most people will get on with this product pretty well, especially since you can add your moisturiser on top too. I have to say I'm pretty happy with this product so far and will continue to use the product till it finishes. Although I love it loads I'm yet to decide weather I will re purchase, mainly due to justifying spending £47 on a serum at the moment. I guess I'll cross that bridge when I get to it! Ha... Or maybe I'm just being a cheapskate :)

If you have been looking to buy this product, then I would recommend this. It didn't cause any breakout, smoothed and gave me back some lustre :) It also calmed any irritation so I really can't fault this product at all.

Hope everyone is well :)

Siobhan xxx

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Party Time... My Work Christmas party...

Sunday Night was my works Christmas party and it has been the hot topic for weeks at work as to what to wear. This sent my mind into over drive I really didn't know what to wear at all. In the end I thought with it been Christmas and everything a bit of sparkle never goes a miss!

The party was great fun, we had a sit down three course meal which was lush. The theme was 80's so there was giant rubix cubes everywhere and disco ball galore. Not one person dressed up to the theme much to my pleasure, I'm not a fan of themed parties. 

Anyway thought I'd show what I've been getting up to over the weekend.....

Top - Petites Miss Selfridge
Skirt - Topshop
Shoes - Aldo
Bag - Topshop

So here's the outfit I finally settled on:

Yummy Chocolate thingy...

Butter swirls - I just liked the pattern lol

This one just makes me laugh - That's my manager walking up the stairs - catching us posing!

Me and Miss Katie :)

These were Beaut! Mmmm 

And after the cocktails:

Hmmm on the reception desk...

Something must have tickled me....

Mwah x

My only defence is that this was near the end of the night!!!


All in all I had such as fun night and it really has got me into the festive feeling now! Roll on Christmas day!
Hope everyone else had a great weekend! Anyone else got their Christmas parties coming up? Can't wait to hear about them :)

xxxx

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Hello my names Siobhan and I love Winter. There. I've said it. For far too long I've been pretending that I don't when really, I truly do! Once you get out of the cold and rain there's lots to love about winter.

1. X Factor - I know it's sad, but I love nothing more than to sit down on a Saturday night, with a cuppa, or glass of wine depending on what kind of night I'm planning for, and watch a bit of the X. I love getting angry that bad singers are being put through by the likes of Louis.  I love vowing I'll never watch another episode again, that the whole thing is a fix, to then next week sit down and do the whole thing again. This year I loved Ella and I'm so gutted she left on Sunday. I also love Jahmene, James Arthur and without a doubt Rylan! so pretty much all of them ha! 
2. Rain drops - Who doesn't love the sound of rain dropping down when your inside all warm and cosy. However I do have to say its not so fun being out in the cold windy rain! 
3. Winter make up - Oh yes! Winter is the perfect excuse to go ahead and buy that must have Lipstick/ Nail Varnish/ Blusher/ Whatever! Not that I ever needed an excuse. I've got plenty of posts lined up about recent purchases too that I'm going to be doing so watch this space in the next week.
4. Talking of shopping - While buying that make up it would be rude not to pick up that new Autumn - Winter Coat/ Jeans/  Top/ Jumper/ Dress. Shopping for that new winter wardrobe is always something I look forward to.  
5. New smells - I have a minor obsession with scented candles and usually get a little more excited than I should when buying such items, my fave at the mo? Jo Malone Pomegranate Noir. It is a lovely warming scent which is perfect for them colder nights, I know these bad boys don't come cheap at £38.00 for 200G but I'm honestly hooked.
6. Christmas parties - Getting all glammed up for the Christmas party be it for work or just the girls I love nothing more than a good old shindig. I still have to buy the outfit for my work do so I'm currently planning my perfect party outfit as I type! Multitasking I am!
7. Christmas day - I couldn't write a post about Winter and not include Christmas, that wouldn't be right. Its not just the actual Day either that I love its the Chocolate countdown every day, (thank you advent calender!) buying presents for the nearest and dearest, mulled wine, Christmas lights, more shopping, Christmas food, German markets, I could go on but I won't. 
8. German market - As previously mentioned I'm a sucker for the German market or anything similar really. Does anyone else have things like the German market in their City? I know us in Leeds have had it for the past few years now and I honestly look forward to it every year. I went this weekend and stuffed my face with a German sausage and chocolate marshmallows yum! 
9. New Years Resolutions - I actually stuck to all mine last year for the first time (high five!). I'm already planning my next years resolutions, which is currently just sitting at 1) save up for Louboutins. Hmmm I'm not the best saver in the world so this is completely unrealistic.
10. Cuddles - I love shopping as much as the next girl, probably more than most, but really the best things in life are free. A cuddle when your feeling cold, down and full of flu, a good ol' hug lifts up your spirits and makes you feel better instantly and since January 21st is officially National Hug day get embracing! Having said that, a pair of Louboutins would cheer me up too :)

So there you go a few of my favourite Winter things. I could go on but I would send you into hibernation and that's never a great thing.

Bye for now :)

Siobhan xxx

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Yves Saint Laurent Teint Resist Long Wear Foundation Review

Hey guys!

Thought I'd dive in and get started with this blogging and hope this review helps any one thinking about buying this!

Right first of all, my skin type is combination/oily and normally foundation needs 'topping up' throughout the day. I found this foundation really comfortable to wear, it didn't need topping up like others however I did need to powder my t-zone area in the afternoon, but still later than with other foundations. YSL describe this foundation as:

'The luminous, transfer-resistant formula forms perfectly to the skin for a soft and seamless result. The complexion is preserved from feelings of discomfort or tightening, remaining supple and silky-smooth from the morning through to night. Pigments are specially coated for a color-true effect and the formula absorbs excess oil through the day, for a complexion which always looks and feels fresh.

Teint Resist gives the guarantee of an even, smooth and comfortable complexion hour after hour, giving you the confidence to put your best face forward in every circumstance.'

I have also tried the Estee Lauder Doublewear and have to say in terms of staying power Estee lauder wins, but Doublewear does feel heavier so if you don't like a full heavy coverage I'd say go for YSL. Personally I will continue to have both, I will use my Estee lauder for nights out, very long days ect as you do get a longer wear and if I'm honest the 'heavy' foundation I referred to earlier isn't cakey its just thicker than YSL that's all and I think both give a lovely finish.

YSL gives me a matte finish and stays like that for a good 6 hours before I have to powder my t-zone area. As mentioned before I do have combination oily skin so this I would expect anyway, I haven't yet tried it with a primer but think that with a primer it would be even longer before I need to powder as with other foundations this is the case.

I think YSL are right when they say

Teint Resist gives the guarantee of an even, smooth and comfortable complexion hour after hour, giving you the confidence to put your best face forward in every circumstance.' the foundation is very smooth, even and comfortable and I would recommend it for any skin type!

So yes it is pricey with a price tag of £29.50 at Boots but I always think you should invest in complexion! A good base for make up really makes the difference to the rest of your make up. Make up counters usually give you a tester too if you ask nicely :) so you can try before you buy or they will pop some on you there and then. For me this foundation will become a perm in my make up bag along with many others I will def be sharing with you :)

Any one else tried this before? What are your thoughts? And out of curiosity your skin type too?

Ta ta for now :)

xxxx

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