Winter skincare heroes.

Winter is such a harsh time for skin with the effects of bad weather and central heating often causing dry and irritated skin.Here are a couple of my go-to products for glowing skin:

1.Simple kind to skin refreshing facial wash gel.

This face wash is gentle to skin and free from harsh ingredients plus it is inexpensive and ideal to use everyday. 

2.Tesco Exfoliating face scrub with cucumber extract. 

This exfoliating scrub is both refreshing and gentle. The grains are not too abrasive and it leaves skin soft, ideal for use once or twice per week.It is another great bargain too. 

3.Olay beauty fluid.

This classic lotion really needs no introduction from me. It is soothing and moisturizing and makes a good everyday treat for skin.

4. Balance me wonder eye cream. 

This 99% natural eye cream is gentle and good for combatting dark circles and fine lines beneath the eye area. 

5.Lacura daily face cream with SPF15 and Q10.

This face cream from Aldi supermarket is a bargain, contains SPF to protect skin from the sun and combats wrinkles. 

6. Nivea cream.

Another classic 'wonder' product, this rich cream is great for dry skin, apply in a layer and allow to soak in for softer skin. 

Outfit of the day

Faux fur collar- ASOS

Jeans, T-shirt, necklace and boots- Primark
Bag- Online purchase

This casual outfit of the day was just thrown together without much thought, to wear for Christmas shopping. I have worn this faux fur collar from Asos so much, it is such a useful item in the autumn/winter season because it is warm and it looks equally cute thrown over a biker jacket or a longer coat. 

Today I just felt like being lazy and throwing on some jeans and this pair from Primark are comfy yet stylish at the same time. This is an ideal outfit for Christmas shopping because I just want to be comfortable whilst rushing through the crowds and queuing in Starbucks for a festive red cup of coffee! 

Face of the day

Rimmel wake me up foundation in 'true ivory'

Maybelline dream mousse concealer

17 Lip pencil in 'rose blush'

Miss Sporty lipstick in 'I love'

17 Instant glow bronzing powder in 'light'

Maybelline one by one mascara in 'black' 

Soap and Glory lipgloss in 'punchbowl' 

I find that pink lipstick is one of the easiest ways to brighten up a dull winter day! This one from Miss Sporty is a nice bright colour and long lasting too. Top with a slick of gloss for more shimmer. This 17 bronzer is a subtle way to add some colour to a dull complexion and it is easy to blend without looking too obvious.

Outfit of the day: Stripes

I like this striped cardigan because it is cute with a plain t-shirt and leather-look leggings. I am really into statement necklaces right now, and this H&M one is eye catching. Of course, at this time of year a warm winter coat is needed to complete this look, such as the pink one I wore in my last post. 

Cardigan-Primark

Necklace-H&M

Leggings-Primark

Boots-River Island 

Bag-Marc B at Topshop 

Face of the day: Berry lips

When the Autumn/Winter season begins, I like to switch up my makeup by wearing a dark vampy lipstick instead of my usual pink. This is a wearable look for daytime but it also looks nice for going out to dinner or a bar. 

This look is simple to achieve and it starts with glowing skin. First I concealed any blemishes and under-eye shadows with Rimmel Wake Me Up concealer in 'true ivory'. Next, I mixed a small amount of 17 Skin Wow 3 Way Highlighter with Rimmel Wake Me Up foundation  in 'true ivory' (which has SPF 15 to protect your skin). 

After applying two coats of Maybelline The Colossal Volume Cat Eyes mascara in black to define my eyes, I swept 17 Instant Glow Bronzing Powder in 'light bronze' across my cheeks. After lining my lips with 17 Rose Blush Lip Liner (a nice neutral shade) I filled them in with Collection Lipstick in shade 1 'seduction'. This is a perfect deep red wine/berry colour for this time of year and the overall finished look is chic yet simple. 

Pink Crombie Coat

This pale pink 'crombie' coat is so warm for winter, yet stylish at the same time. I really like its simple shape which means it is easy to wear with a more eye catching bag or scarf. 

I have wanted a pale pink coat for a while, and this Primark one is a good way to invest in the trend without spending a fortune! 

Coat-Primark

Leggings-Primark

Necklace-Primark

Bag-Topshop

Boots-River Island

Outfit of the day: Fringe Benefits

Leather look leggings are one of my favourite things to wear in autumn/winter. They are easy to build an outfit around and fairly comfortable if you find the right pair. I love this statement necklace which I bought in Primark, it really dresses up a plain t-shirt. Of course, my fringed kimono has to come out of hiding, even in autumn! I just think it is so chic and bohemian. The dusky pink shade is very on-trend at the moment too, which is a bonus!

Leather look leggings- River Island

Grey t-shirt- Primark

Bag- Marc B at Topshop

Boots- Primark 

Fringed Kimono-Primark

Necklace- Primark

Lipstick- Miss Sporty 'I Love'