The blush in question would be Frat Boy by The Balm, a medium coral pink with a subtle gold shimmer running through it. The blush is wonderfully soft in texture and well pigmented without being powdery. This creates such a healthy, natural looking flush on me when lightly dusted across the cheeks that I found myself reaching for it every day as it makes you look so radiant and lovely (something you need when it's mid January and the rain just never stops).
Seventeen is a brand that I never really pay to much attention to, but after seeing a glowing YouTube review of their Falsifeye HD Mascara I quickly picked one up. With its thin plastic brush (something I'm not usually that keen on) this mascara really reminds me of one of my all time favourites - Benefit's They're Real. More lengthening than volumizing, the formula beautifully extends, defines and separates my lashes. It's easily buildable if your after a fuller and more dramatic effect but is perfect for every day, especially if like me you hate spending too much on a mascara as they tend to need replacing regularly.
On to skincare, I just couldn't write this favourites post without mentioning the Pixi Hydrating Milky Mist. I've already mentioned this recently here, but as it has worked it's way into my daily routine this definitely has to be considered a favourite. This light, hydrating and delicately fragranced mist is perfect as a lunchtime make up refresher, or as it contains Hyaluronic Acid, an extra moisturising step in your routine.
I also discovered a new moisturiser this month in the form of cult classic Embryolisse Lait Crème Concentré. I never like to spend to much on fancy moisturisers, preferring to keep it simple and leave all the hard work to serums or oils. Boasted as a hero product by lots of celebrity and industry fans, this cream's light yet hydrating formula instantly soaks into the skin, leaving it plumped and calm. When used in the morning, it's velvety texture works perfectly to prep the skin for make up and I think I've noticed a positive effect on the staying power of my base.
Lastly is the Peter Thomas Roth Pumpkin Enzyme Mask. As someone that loves a bit of instant gratification, I have a definite weakness for masks - in particular ones that deliver such noticeable results after the first use like this one does. Containing 'nature derived pumpkin enzymes' and a good dose of AHA's, this mask does a wonderful job at working through those dead skin cells to reveal smoother, evener and more radiant skin. The mask also contains Aluminum Oxide crystals that you could use for a bit of scrubbing action, but I prefer to just smooth this on and let the acids work their magic. Definitely not for the sensitive skinned, I find this is slightly on the more painful side of that tingly feeling associated with chemical exfoliants. My skin is a little red after use, but it's totally worth it for the instant results and the incredible pumpkin pie scent.
A serious resolution for this year is to try and keep posting twice a week (should be Mondays and Sundays) and not to let life/uni stress get in the way too much. Have you tried any of the products in this post? Let me know what your favourites this month have been in the comments!
