BEAUTY: HAWAIIAN TROPIC, SUMMER SUN PROTECTION

Hawaiian Tropic Silk Hydration After Sun, Hawaiian Tropic Satin Protection Sun Lotion in SPF 30, Hawaiian Tropic Sun Spray Lotion in SPF 20 and Hawaiian Tropic Protective Dry Spray Oil in SPF 15

As much as I love an all over tan during the Summer months (who doesn’t?!), I also love to make sure it is a tan rather than burn. As I have been “blessed” with fair skin, I can’t afford to use sunscreen that doesn’t work better than amazing. I have now used Hawaiian Tropic Sunscreen for several years and, touch wood, have not burnt my pale skin once whilst covered in their various sun protection products. Hawaiian Tropic offers several ranges of sun protection and after sun, but here are my top 4 products of theirs that I wouldn’t go on holiday without.

For the first 2 weeks of my Summer I use Hawaiian Tropic Satin Protection Sun Lotion in SPF 30. Huge amounts of research and testing shows that SPF factors 30 and above actually give your skin roughly the same amount of protection – I’m no scientist or skincare expert but this SPF 30 has given my skin full protection against getting burnt when my skin has been at it’s most vulnerable to burning! However, I use this product over my whole body except my face as I still prefer to use a sport SPF 50 on my face for the first 2 weeks of Summer as I do a lot of physical activities and having a sunscreen that is sweat resistant is a must for the delicate skin of my face.

I then drop down to using Hawaiian Tropic Sun Spray Lotion in SPF 20. I continue to use this product over my whole body (I now start to use an SPF 30 on my face or continue to use an SPF 50 if I feel I need it). I love that this bottle comes in a spray as I find it easier to apply than squeezing sunscreen out of a bottle, which usually results in a huge mess – not cool! However, a spray top does makes applying this product, when it’s near to empty, extremely frustrating and time consuming.

Finally, towards the end of my Summer I will start using Hawaiian Tropic Protective Dry Spray Oil in SPF 15. I only use this product on my arms and legs and would suggest you steer clear of this product if your skin doesn’t tan well – it’s oily consistency attracts the sun to your skin super fast, not a great idea unless you have a base tan or skin that tans easily!

For the whole Summer I apply Hawaiian Tropic Silk Hydration After Sun every evening over my whole body, including my face. The ingredients of this soothing product moisturise your skin all day and all night whilst preserving your tan – woohoo! Plus, it smells incredible.

Tip: Always speak to a pharmacist when selecting sunscreen for your self, especially if you have sensitive skin, as everyone’s skin is different and requires different levels of protection against getting burnt. Also don’t forget to reapply sunscreen when you feel you need to, even if you are choosing to use a ‘once a day’ sunscreen – I usually reapply at least 3 times a day!

Do you use any Hawaiian Tropic products? Or do you have different products that are your favourites for protection against the sun? Let me know in the comments. Enjoy your healthy tan,

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BEAUTY: LUSH, SUMMER HOLIDAY FAVOURITES

LUSH Cosmetics: Seanik Shampoo Bar, Brazilliant Shampoo Bar, 9 To 5 Cleansing Lotion, Honey I Washed The Kids Soap, Karma Soap and Tea Tree Water Toner Water

Although I love prepping for Summer Holidays and the excitement that comes with it, shopping for toiletries with weight restrictions of flying in mind is never something I enjoy. This year I was lucky enough to pick up the majority of my Holiday essentials from LUSH cosmetics – no surprise there!

Instead of carrying huge bottles of shampoo, that take up far too much of my suitcase weight on board, I have chosen to take 2 LUSH Shampoo Bars with me this year – Brazilliant and Seanik. These take up hardly any room in my luggage and I’m confident that they will last me 3 month Stateside this Summer (they last me almost 2 months per bar back home). Plus, the two I have chosen are perfect for keeping my locks refreshed and healthy in the sun. You can read all my reasons for loving these Shampoo Bars here.

Sticking with the aim to not take an overweight case to the airport, I have traded bottles of shower gel with two blocks LUSH Soap in Karma and Honey I washed the Kids. You can buy these two perfectly sized blocks in an affordable set. I love how I now have the choice of a moisturising and soothing cleanse of my body with Honey I Washed The Kids or an uplifting shower for those tired days with Karma. Both these soaps smell better than any shower gel I would choose to take with me on holiday – hoorah!

Although the sun often clears my skin up wonderfully, I love to take a toner with me on Holiday to ensure I start the mornings and go to bed with skin that feels fresh and not still covered in sunscreen. This year I’ve taken the LUSH Tea Tree Water Toner Water with me Stateside. The Tea Tree in this toner works wonders with the sun to keep my skin blemish free during the summer months, super important when you’re applying oily sunscreen all day!

Finally, as a Summer Holiday is a time to relax and stroll down to the beach when you’ve woken up, a quick cleanser is crucial. I’ve taken the LUSH 9 To 5 Cleansing Lotion with me this year. I choose to apply this cleanser with a cotton wool pad in the mornings before I apply my sunscreen – nothing worse than applying to sunscreen to tired skin. This product is perfect for refreshing the face during those super hot summer days.

Do you have any beauty or skincare favourites you take on holiday with you? Or will you be taking any of these LUSH products with you this year? Let me know in the comments below! Enjoy your Summer Holiday, 

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BEAUTY: TRAVEL FAVOURITES #1

Left to right: Liz Earle Eyebright, Clarins Toning Lotion, Benefit High Beam, Clarins Instant Smooth Perfecting Touch, Benefit Dandelion Lipgloss, Benefit Posie Balm Lipbalm and Liz Earle Cleanse & Polish

We all have our Beauty Favourites, right? But what happens when you're off on a short break or a holiday abroad and you realise you cannot physically take your full sized favourites along with you due to weight/space restrictions? This post includes my top Beauty Favourites that travel around with me and how I manage to fit them ALL in my handbag.

Liz Earle travel Beauty favourites: Cleanse & Polish and Eyebright

Liz Earle Cleanse & Polish: We all know how much everyone in the Beauty and Blogging world love this product by now and I'm happy to admit I'm one of the many people that use this cleanser daily. Liz Earle have made this available to buy in this travel sized 30ml tube that you can purchase here for £6. An added bonus is that this size still comes with a Liz Earle muslin cloth so even when you are on the go you can thoroughly cleanse your face using the correct application and rinse methods. Cleanse & Polish is a sure winner if you're on a long journey and need to give your skin a brightening and freshening boost (as long as, like me, you travel make up free).

Liz Earle Eyebright: The perfect product for those of us that love to nap during our travels. Just like Cleanse & Polish, Eyebright is available to buy in a travel sized 50ml bottle that you can purchase here for £6.75 - this size will last you a lot longer than just your travel days too! This product contains Aloe Vera and Witch Hazel Water which help to revitalise tired and puffy eyes during those long journeys and travel days. It's wonderfully selected ingredients mean it's also non oily on the skin as well as being suitable for easily irritated eyes and contact lens wearers - hoorah! Tip: Be sure to carry a few cotton wool pads with you to use when applying this product to your face.

Clarins travel Beauty favourites: Toning Lotion and Instant Smooth Perfecting Touch

Clarins Toning Lotion (with Iris): This alcohol free toner helps to stimulate and refresh your skin when travelling and on the go. I have chosen to keep a sample sized bottle to refill using the full sized product, meaning it will fit in my handbag and I can take it wherever I go - perfect! I love carrying a toner when travelling, especially on flights. I choose to apply this product whenever my skin is feeling or looking dull from being stuck in a confined place for such a long time. Tip: Take this product on long haul flights and use to freshen up your face after waking up!

Clarins Instant Smooth Perfecting Touch: Why take a primer product when travelling with no makeup? This product can help to even out your skin tone, great to pop on your t-zone before arriving to your location to smooth out any imperfections travelling may give you (my face often breaks out on aeroplanes or if I have had a long day travelling). Just like the Clarins Toning Lotion I have chosen to keep a sample sized bottle to refill using the full sized product. Instant Smooth Perfecting Touch is suitable for all skin types and lasts an incredibly long time - a miracle product right?! I love taking this product in my bag when travelling because of it's lightweight texture, meaning my skin is able to breathe without being overloaded with product.

Benefit travel Beauty Favourites: High Beam, Posie Balm and Dandelion Lip Gloss

Benefit High Beam: A must have travel product - a highlighter. This smaller sized version is available in Benefit's lip and cheek kits and is a perfect size for carrying with you! I choose to apply this just before arriving at my destination as a pick me up for my skin. I apply it on my cheek and brow bones and just down the bridge of my nose to give me a radiant glow, hiding the fact I've been travelling all day - hoorah! Tip: Dot this product on using the brush provided and then lightly blend using your fingertips, be careful not to apply too much - watch out for that fine line between radiant glow and unwanted shine.

Benefit Posie Balm: Another must have travel product - a lip balm. I've chosen to include Benefit's Posie Balm as it not only hydrates and conditions your lips whilst you travel but it also contains a tint of pink, perfect for giving those lips a healthy amount of colour. Benefit do these lip balms in 4 shades so if Pink is not really your colour, you can check out the other options here.

Benefit Dandelion Lip Gloss: A travel favourite of mine to use just before you finish your travels. After keeping my lips conditioned with lip balm throughout the flight, I choose to apply Dandelion Lip Gloss just before I complete my travels for that added pop of shine on my lips! Just like the travel sized high beam, you can pick up this travel sized Dandelion Lip Gloss in Benefit's lip and cheek kits - travel hero!

Do you have any travel favourites or do you love the same products as I have mentioned for travelling? Let me know in the comments below! Enjoy your travels,

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