Review: No7 Protect & Perfect Intense Advanced Serum

7 years after its first launch No7’s Protect & Perfect Serum has been reformulated to make it even more effective! Targeted at the first signs of ageing (20-35 age range) it promises to give you younger looking, more radiant skin in just 2 weeks. As you all know I always take my time testing out products and therefore don’t post as quickly following launch (or as often as other blogs) because I really want to use each product thoroughly before giving you my opinion!

I was sent the new No7 Protect & Perfect Serum as I was impressed by all the positive reviews on the website and wanted to see how this serum would work on my (late 20-something) skin. As well as targeting fine lines with Matrixyl 3000 Plus and peptides I was interested to see how it would function in helping to repair and protect my skin with its antioxidant complex, while keeping away blemishes using salicylic acid.

After two weeks of use I have to say that I haven’t noticed a huge amount of difference in my skin yet, but I can see that it looks smoother and more even toned. I also think that it has done a good job of keeping my skin clear as I had a few breakouts when I started using it and these have cleared up a little faster than usual! I have enjoyed using the serum as it has a light, gel like texture that feels comfortable on the skin. I like the fact it’s so light as my skin does tend to get oily throughout the day and this serum doesn’t leave any oily residue behind. I will definitely continue using it and will be sure to let you know if I see any dramatic changes!

The No7 Protect & Perfect Intense Advanced Serum can be purchased for £24.95 on the Boots website here (and they are currently running a 3 for 2 promotion across their skincare and bodycare range too)!

Elizabeth Arden - Flawless Future

 

 

 

 

As a woman in her mid (approaching late… sob) twenties I have always felt that choosing the correct skincare was a little bit of a minefield. I still have many of the skin issues I had in my teens with the odd break out and large pores, but I have also started to see the first signs of ageing creeping in. Even though we are bombarded with the message that you should begin using anti-ageing products in your 20s and 30s many creams are targeted towards the older generations so it is difficult to know which products to select as those aimed at the 40s market may be too rich for younger skin.

This is why I was particularly excited to try the new Elizabeth Arden Flawless Future Powered by Ceramide! It is aimed at those in the tricky age bracket showing the first signs of ageing and aims to combat a whole host of skin concerns. Much of the research has been concentrated on stress, and with many of us living highly paced, busy lives in urban environments that create multiple stresses this is definitely something I am very interested in.

The range has been developed from research that proves that stress decreases the skin's barrier function, antioxidant levels and cell turnover which can lead to blotchy tone, redness, dullness and fine lines. The formula's blend of ingredients replenishes the skin with ceramides that are lost through ageing and stress: telosense, a protective protein complex technology that minimises the appearance of lines and wrinkles; and licorice extract to soothe irritated skin.

The line features Flawless Future Powered by Ceramide Caplet Serum (£48), Flawless Future Powered by Ceramide Moisture Cream SPF 30 (£40), and Flawless Future Powered by Ceramide Eye Gel (£25).

I have been testing all three products for a few weeks and though it is still a little too early to tell if my fine lines have been banished I have really enjoyed using them. They have definitely left my tired skin looking a little more plump and reenergised. The Ceramide Eye Gel is super light and absorbs into the skin in seconds. It is perfect for use both morning and night as it doesn’t create any creasing in the under eye area. 

The Ceramide Caplet Serum makes a beautiful addition to my bathroom cabinet. The beads burst when the pump is pressed to release fresh serum with each application. The texture is delicate and smooth leaving the skin primed and ready for the next step in your routine. I usually use one or two pumps and this is plenty as using more makes the shimmer in the serum more visible. I know that some people really hate shimmer so this is definitely something to keep in mind with this product!

The Ceramide Moisture cream has SPF 30, so I tend to use it during the day. It has a lovely, light texture providing hydration and making my skin feel soft, while being weightless enough to sink in quickly and working as a good base for makeup. My sensitive, combination skin is both oily and dehydrated and this cream seems to be working well to balance and soothe while treating the copious effects that stress has on my skin every day.

Have you sampled Elizabeth's Arden Flawless Future Skincare? What are your thoughts on the products?
 

Review: PMD Personal Microderm

After reading so many rave reviews of microdermabrasion that promised to help skin texture and radiance as well as diminishing the look of fine lines, enlarged pores, acne scars and hyperpigmentation I was very excited to try out the PMD Personal Microderm system. However, as my skin is so sensitive I was a little apprehensive of whether it would be suitable for me. After using the PMD for over a month I am really happy with the results and thought I would share it with you guys.
 
To get 25% OFF the price of the PMD here please use discount code: filthygorgeousmakeup.

*This is a sponsored video. The PMD was sent for me to use and review. All thoughts and opinions are my own as always!*

Have you ever tried Microdermabrasion? What results have you seen? Would you ever use a personal microderm system at home? xxx

*Rodial BB Venom Giveaway*

Rodial's latest innovations are their BB Venom Skin Tint and Eye cream to make skin look effortlessly radiant and youthful. 

The Rodial Venom Skin Tint combines the ultimate makeup and skincare technology to smooth, hydrate and plump the skin while giving a medium coverage to ensure skin looks even and flawless. Not only is it designed to reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles with its powerful Syn-Ake neuropeptide complex, but it also protects from potential sun damage with SPF 15 and plumps tired skin with Hyaluronic acid and hydromanil.

Rodial BB Venom Eye is the perfect compliment to the Skin Tint as it helps to conceal imperfections in the under eye area. This concealer reduces puffiness as you apply, as well as being packed with light reflecting particles to help diminish dark circles it also targets and reduces the severity of crows feet and fine lines. To see the products in action you can check out the video below.

The Rodial BB Venom Skin Tint and Eye are popular with the celebs too, and were even used on Emma and Mel C during the Olympics Closing Ceremony to give them a youthful, natural glow. 

The Skin Tint retails at £35 and the Eye cream at £29 exclusively at Harrods. 

If you are interested in trying out this amazing duo then you are in luck as two of my readers will win a set of Rodial's BB Venom Skin Tint and Eye! All you have to do to enter is be a follower of this blog and leave a comment below with your e-mail address. The competition will be open for 2 weeks. 

Good luck my lovelies! xxx