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Evolve Daily Detox Face Wash

Evolve Daily Detox Face Wash

I was lucky enough to get this organic daily detox face wash free at work to try* normally £10.99 (more than I would personally spend on a face wash, but as it's organic and UK made I can understand the price) it's from Evolve an organic beauty brand for skincare and haircare, I'd never heard much about this brand... Continue reading »

Bobbi Brown Long-Wear Even Finish Foundation SPF 15 PA+

Bobbi Brown Long-Wear Even Finish Foundation SPF 15 PA+

Long-Wear Even Finish Foundation SPF 15 PA+ – S$75 Said to deliver natural-looking, comfortable, hydrating medium-to-full coverage for up to 12 hours, and ideal for oily skin types. The formula contains glycerin and shea butter for moisturization, with a soft, airy scent of lavender. Capable of holding off excess... Continue reading »

Garnier Pure 3 In 1 Wash Scrub & Mask

Garnier Pure 3 In 1 Wash Scrub & Mask

I'm onto my second bottle of this stuff, and if something is worthy of a repurchase it is definitely worth a mention! Garnier Pure 3 in 1 is a wash scrub & mask all in one product. '' If you have oily or combination skin prone to imperfections and blackheads, Garnier's first 3 in 1 cleanser eliminates excess... Continue reading »

Clinique Stay Matte Oil-free Foundation

Clinique Stay Matte Oil-free Foundation

Is one of the newest Foundations by Clinique all set to be added to their versatile and ever expanding range in the month of April when it will hit shelves. This is obviously targeted towards Oily-Combination skin and contains ingredients that reduce shine and absorb oil, giving a prolonged matte coverage for the... Continue reading »

NYX Shine Killer Review & Swatches

NYX Shine Killer Review & Swatches

Ok, Urban Decay De-Slick in a Tube, absolutely essential for oily skin. Such a life saver for Summer wearin’ and tearin’ as well. I was thinking the new NYX Shine Killer might prove a dupe but…mmm formula is different but still for mattifying none the less. Take a look! (...)Read the rest of NYX... Continue reading »

MAC Prep + Prime Skin Smoother Review

MAC Prep + Prime Skin Smoother Review

New Kid on the Block!! Product: MAC Prep + Prime is a velvety, creamy balm that is meant to fill lines, wrinkles and large pores. Its a silicone based primer that glides onto the skin easily. I feel as though the product feels and works better after a few uses. At first it may feel a little too emollient. I do like... Continue reading »

Shiseido Urban Environment Oil Free UV Protector SPF 42

When you have oily skin you struggle ( or at least I do) with finding a high SPF product that you can use without adding moisture especially in the T Zone. I can use something with light moisture on parts of my face, but the T Zone is the no moisture zone . The past year or so has thankfully brought more oily skin... Continue reading »

Kimberly Sayer Ultra Light SPF30

Kimberly Sayer Ultra Light SPF30

Following on from my rant about my issues with sunscreen, I had some amazing feedback. Not only from people who shared my disappointment in SPF's but also some great recommendations for natural mineral sunscreens which I had not tried before. One recommendation came via Danny from Holistic Green Beauty for the... Continue reading »

DiorSkin AirFlash Spray Foundation Review - Does It Deliver An Airbrush Finish?

DiorSkin AirFlash Spray Foundation Review - Does It Deliver An Airbrush Finish?

As I previously mentioned, I am in search for the best foundation for my sensitive and oily skin. As a loyal fan of Bare Escentuals bareMinerals SPF 15 Foundation Medium Tan and Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer Almond for casual days, and Giorgio Armani 'Luminous Silk' Foundation for evening occasions, I wanted... Continue reading »

L'Oreal Youth Code Luminize Day Cream - Review

L'Oreal Youth Code Luminize Day Cream - Review

As I have been testing the Clinique 3 step range thoroughly I couldn't test this out myself so I asked my sister to road test this on my behalf as she has oily skin just like myself and will more than likely have the closest results to me as humanly possible! So read on to find out how she got on over the course of a... Continue reading »

L’Oreal Lumi Magique Foundation

L’Oreal Lumi Magique Foundation

This is another new product from Loreal and its part of their Magique range of products. They also have a BB cream and a Primer in this range, both of which I have reviewed! This is £10.99 for 30ml Summary: Light reflecting foundation – claims to give you radiance! Medium Pigmentation Easy to apply and blend... Continue reading »

Bioderma Sebium Cleanser for Oily Skin

Bioderma Sebium Cleanser for Oily Skin

Since the explosion of French Pharmacy products such as La Roche Posay, you'll probably have all heard of this Bioderma stuff; it's recently been raved about in the blogging community as being a makeup removing saviour. I looked into buying the traditional red topped one which most people buy but after looking into it... Continue reading »

Review: Badger Damascus Rose SPF 16 Face Sunscreen Lotion

Review: Badger Damascus Rose SPF 16 Face Sunscreen Lotion

Although I know that sunscreen in a necessary evil in order to protect our skin from harmful UVA & UVB rays. but I just can’t stand the thick consistency. I have oily skin already and adding another product to my beauty regime is not something that I look forward to because I literally feel the product on... Continue reading »

The current foundation/powder combo: Revlon Colorstay Oily skin and Rimmel Stay Matte translucent powder

The current foundation/powder combo: Revlon Colorstay Oily skin and Rimmel Stay Matte translucent powder

Turned out my Maybelline Stay Matte powder and Face of Australia mousse foundation ran out at THE SAME TIME. So I was forced to go to my stash for a new foundation to carry with me and a new matte powder. Turns out I had to go buy a matte powder, since I had none. Also turns out there's not a huge amount of readily... Continue reading »

Vichy Normaderm Anti-Imperfection Hydrating Care Review

Vichy Normaderm Anti-Imperfection Hydrating Care Review

Love love love IMBB? Share it with friends! Vichy Normaderm Anti-Imperfection Hydrating Care Hi Everyone, After hearing so many positive reviews about Vichy’s products, I decided to get one of these for myself. I have oily skin which is so prone to breakouts, so I have to be extra careful while selecting my... Continue reading »

NYX Pore Filler NYX Shine Killer NYX Stay Matte But Not Flat Liquid Foundation

NYX Pore Filler NYX Shine Killer NYX Stay Matte But Not Flat Liquid Foundation

Start packaging up your train case with essentials for Summer ladies (and lads). Summer typically equals oily skin. Even the driest skin has their moments in the sun when their forehead suddenly breaks out into an oily sheen or worst still your friend starts looking into your forehead to apply her lipstick, ahhh that... Continue reading »

NYX Pore Filler Review

NYX Pore Filler Review

NYX Pore Filler is a new silicone based primer from the brand that offers the ability to fill pores and give the appearance of smoother skin. The mattifying formula is the ideal pick to keep oily skin at bay. Take a peek! (...)Read the rest of NYX Pore Filler Review (358 words) © the Muse for Musings of a Muse, 2012.... Continue reading »

Skin Care Review: Nourishing Night Oil | Enriched with Vitamin E

Skin Care Review: Nourishing Night Oil | Enriched with Vitamin E

I am oneof those girls who are adamant to not use moisturizers. I have extremely oilyskin and I just hate the icky feeling after applying it. It feels like my faceis getting ready to fry some eggs and bacon! Raise your hands if you’re withme! Yup, I see many agree! But thesad fact is we need to moisturize… I know!... Continue reading »

Lise Watier's HydraSmart is Smart skincare {review & giveaway}

Back in April I wrote about Leah Miller being the new face of Lise Watier Cosmetics, she is the model for their new HydraSmart skincare line. Lise Watier Cosmetics introduces a new skincare line that offers hydration for all skin types, yes even those with oily skin need proper hydration. Named HydraSmart 3D, the 3D... Continue reading »

Garnier BB Cream Miracle Skin Perfector Oil Free

Garnier BB Cream Miracle Skin Perfector Oil Free

It's no secret that last year's launch of Garnier Miracle Skin Daily All-in-One BB cream was my favourite BB and I wore it all summer long, it didn't at the time have very much competition. Now, with the world and its wife producing a BB this year, it does. However, there are a couple of new BB launches from Garnier... Continue reading »