Review: Urban Decay Naked Skin One & Done Hybrid Complexion Perfector

With the Summer months (slowly) approaching I always look forward to switching up my make up routine with brighter colours and lighter textures. So when the new Urban Decay Naked Skin One & Done Hybrid Complexion Perfector was sent to me for review I was immediately excited to try it out.

One & Done is a new base in the Urban Decay range that fits within it's Naked line up. It's an oil-free, hybrid complexion cream that aims to instantly and completely blur imperfections and even out skintone for a natural result. The innovative, lightweight formula provides coverage, hydration, and optical blurring. It aims to transform the look of your skin with light-diffusing spheres so that flaws seem to disappear. Over time it also aims to help pores appear smaller and skin to look noticeably firmer and more radiant. The formula is infused with nourishing ingredients (including peptides, vitamins and moisturizers).

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This product has very light coverage so rather than foundation I would compare it to a tinted moisturiser, BB or CC cream. While it adds a hint of colour it's blurring properties also help to hide imperfections and pores leaving the skin with a soft glow. It melts into the skin beautifully, feels very lightweight and looks extremely natural, almost as if you are not wearing makeup at all. I think it would work well on all skin types as it feels hydrating, but sinks into the skin quickly so it doesn't look too shiny or dry too matte.

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With an SPF of 20 it's perfect for use in the sunnier months to protect your skin and give it a tint. I have been wearing it alone on casual/ no makeup days just to even out my skin tone and add SPF, but on work days I personally prefer a more polished look with more coverage so I have enjoyed using it as a primer before my foundation. It works equally well as a primer and makes my foundation last longer, while blurring pores and dehydration lines. It will definitely be a must for my makeup bag when I travel as it's super versatile and effortless!

Urban Decay Naked Skin One & Done Hybrid Complexion Perfector retails at £25 for 40ml here and comes in 6 shades.
 

Liz Earle Makeup

As you all know I am big fan of Liz Earle skincare, having used the Hot Cloth Cleanser almost every day for years and swearing by their Deep Cleansing Mask to heal blemishes overnight. Over the past few months I have also tried out various products from their new makeup line and have had slightly mixed feelings. This is not to say that the products have been disappointing, but they do give a very natural, effortless look which is great when you want to look naturally flawless, though I prefer a little more 'oomph' on a night out. Personally I reserve these products for more casual days when I want to give my skin a break and ensure it stays looking young, natural and healthy.

The Liz Earle Sheer Skin Tint (£21) is a weightless tinted moisturiser that goes on smoothly and makes skin look fresh and radiant. When blended this is almost undetectable with low to medium coverage. It also provides SPF 15 to protect the skin while softening it with Vitamin E, borage and avocado extract.

 

Healthy Glow Powder Blush (£16.50) in Peony is a super pigmented, dusky raspberry pink. It feels extremely smooth and gives the cheeks a flushed, yet matte look without any shimmer or glitter.

Natural Glow Bronzer (£19.50) is a super lightweight and fine bronzer perfect for the lightest skintones to give the most subtle colour to cheeks. This is definitely not a bronzer that you can go overboard with as it is very light, even on my pale skin. It has no shimmer or sparkle, but adds a subtle glow to fair skins. I imagine it could also be used as a setting powder on darker skin tones.

Bronzer (left), Blush (right).

Have you tried any of the Liz Earle line of makeup? Do you have any product recommendations? xxx

Dr Jart comes to Boots

You may remember last year I reviewed my top pick of the BB cream phenomenon - the originally brilliant and authentic Dr Jart+. If not you can refresh your memory here. My personal favourite of the two I tried was the Dr Jart+ Premium Beauty Balm.

I was so excited to attend a recent event to celebrate the launch of Dr Jart products in the UK, exclusively in Boots. There are four creams to chosoe from depending on your skin care needs.

The Premium Beauty Balm (£24) cream provides high SPF40 protection with anti-oxidants. It gives a dewy, low coverage which helps fight ageing and is particularly suitable for those over 30.

The Water Infuse Beauty Balm (£18) gives a natural, bright and glossy application for natural, fresh looking skin which controls sebum production from sweat preventing streaking. It looks incredibly natural on the skin and keeps your skin hydrated for hours. I often use this instead of my moisturiser on no makeup days to add a little bit of a tint and a youthful glow. Though I would not recommend it for oily skins I would say this cream is perfect for those aged 20-35.

Dr Jart's Platinum Beauty Balm (£22) gives high coverage in a light application and is particularly suitable for those in their 30s.

I was recommended to try the Regenerating Beauty Balm (£21) for my skin concerns (sensitive, combination and redness).  This cream provides slightly more coverage while making skin look brighter. As the name suggests it also helps to regenerate skin cells with active ingredients including jojoba seed oil and snail secretion... yup! This cream is recommended for the 20 to 35 age group.

So there we have the pick of the Beauty Balm crop. If you are a fan of BBs or tinted moistuisers I highly recommend you try these out. I often replace my foundation with BBs, especially in the summer and can definitely feel the difference in my skin!

Have you tried any Dr Jart+ Beauty Balms? Which is your favourite formulation? xxx