Lilly Loves

At long last, a subtle healthy glow for fair maidens. For those of you who are a true English rose complexion and find it difficult to get on the bronzer bandwagon then look no more. This two toned powder from Soap and Glory gives a buildable sunkissed glow which is neither too muddy or too shimmery when swirled together, or, swipe the darker shade under the cheekbone and the highlighter shade above for a contoured effect. The best bit? A very reasonable price of £12.26 from larger Boots stores.

For reference I am Porcelain in the Bobbi Brown range of foundations, NW10/15 Mac, Mont Blanc in Nars (bordering Siberia).

I think I’ve got an addiction to this lip treatment from FACE Stockholm. Glides on like liquid silk (if there was ever such a thing) and leaves my lips so soft. The first time I tried this my lips were quite flaky but within only a couple of hours there was an obvious improvement.

The packaging is sleek, as with all FACE Stockholm make up, and the price is not unreasonable if you want to see and feel results (currently £16.50). On the negative side there is no SPF which would be a nice addition as long as the texture would remain the same. However it is not something I would pack in my beach bag anyway for fear of it melting – It is far too precious for that. So, if you are concerned with those pesky rays just ensure your lipstick or gloss contains a minimum SPF15 for everyday wear and for those lucky enough to be soaking up the sun carry a specific SPF lip balm such as the Simple Sun Sensitive Protecting Lip Balm SPF30.