Lilly Loves

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.

FACE Stockholm Matte Foundation

This is by far the best foundation I have found for my combination, sensitive and truly pale English rose complexion. I have searched high and low for the most suitable base ranging from the ridiculously expensive Chantecaille and Suqqi brand to the high street and everywhere in between.

Do not be fooled by its name. It does not look or feel cakey like you would assume with a matte foundation but instead leaves my skin with a lovely natural glow that is rather a silky matte (if there is ever such a phrase?). I would not it rule it out if you are on the drier side; simply apply a more emollient moisturiser or primer.

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