Babo Botanicals

For babies and kids of all ages.

I have worked with sooooo many cute and cuddly little ones of all ages as a Makeup Artist and it is so important to stock up with the right products that are child friendly and safe for these little monkeys.

Babo is a brand I have discovered since moving to the states and happy to say I love the packaging, I love the results, I love Babo Botanicals!

Some of my ultimate Babo Picks..

Something NEW to the brand is the 'Family On The Go Pack'

So perfect in so many ways. For just $22.00 you can have a sampler pack of best sellers! Great gift and traveller friendly. 

Kitted with:

- Oatmilk and calendula Moisturizing Baby lotion

- Cucumber Aloe Vera Clean Sport Shampoo and Wash

- Lavender Meadowsweet Bubble Bath, Shampoo and Wash (3 in 1)

- Oatmilk Calendula Moisturising Baby Shampoo and Wash.

(all 2 fl oz)

Babo have products for hair, body, face, diaper rash, all ages, irritated skin, lice, sun care!

Another favourite.. Cucumber Aloe Vera Swim and Sport Detangling Spray

$14.00

For those active kids needing some extra help with tangles. It restores and conditions hair while combatting UV damage and dryness. Spray before to protect hair from chlorine, sun or salt.. Or spray after sport or swimming to nourish your kids locks. Life Saver.

Also NEW to babo.. Oatmilk Calendula Soothing Diaper Cream

$11.95

Paediatrician approved. New moms love this!

Smooth to apply, lovely gentle scent and easy on your baby's tush to help create the optimal moisture barrier to help relieve any pain for newborns.

Don't forget to check out there website..

http://www.babobotanicals.com/

A cute pic to end the day with.. Enjoy your Labor Day break.. 

Espa Skincare

My new favourite brand!!! 

ESPA

Luxury Spa Products (in the comfort of your home)

LOOOOOOOOVING everything on the shelves at Espa Skincare!

I have been trialling some of these products and have fallen in LOVE with all thats on offer.

Now I may be a few months early and a little too excited for the months to come.. But shopping yesterday I noticed some christmas bits and bobs pop up. With this in mind this truly is the ultimate gift for a loved one.. A voucher, some products..some pampering. Who doesn't love spa treats? and who does't love spa brought to your home? Espa covers face, body, candles, men and women.

This was really hard to choose my favourites but below are my loves for this month lets just say.. as I honestly fell in love with more then a couple bits from the brand.. You will just have to take a peak yourself and see whats on offer at Espa..

http://www.espaskincare.com/

Cleanse and Exfoliate Skin Brush

£16.00/$29.00

Use daily in or out of shower to improve tone and banish that dreaded cellulite. Firm up the skin/ massage legs and arms for a good cleanse and exfoliate. The natural bristles have been made from mexican cactus plant (which is being used more and more these days in skincare products). The bristles help with circulation and scrub away dead skin cells to reveal that healthy skin underneath. Great for fake tan prep too.

Purifying Tea Tree Gel

$37.00/£22.00

I love Tea Tree (put it in any product and I will buy it!)

Great scent and great properties combined can work wonders for your skin!

This particular product is perfect for those minor skin irritations or blemishes.

Bites/stings/ingrowns.. for face and body and all skin types.

It promotes soft skin and calms any redness or inflammation.

Good all rounder that you should keep close by at all times. 

Also at Espa you will find some gorgeous Aromatherapy bath and body oils to soothe your skin in and relax your mind and muscles (what spas do best in my opinion). They have little collection varieties so you can try different scents for different moods in smaller doses.. Personally I love the Bergamot and Jasmine Body Wash for that relaxation through scent every shower! They are lush! Different scents and matching body moisturises to complete the experience. 

Splurge a little! Do it.. You won't regret. x

Avene

Impossible to survive today's heat without Avene's Thermal Spring Water!!!! 

LA heat saviour!

Totally affordable.. and totally necessary.

Keep one in the car, one at home, one at work!! MUST HAVE.

There are so many uses for this bad boy (including diaper rash for the little ones)

Fab product for those sensitive skins.. Use on face and body/gentle mist

LOVE

TILTH Beauty

I have been using some wonderful products lately from Tilth.. 

So happy to have been introduced to this range.

I have gathered my three favourites for you all.

Enjoy the read and feel free to see what else is on offer through the brands website.

http://www.tilthbeauty.com/

Aloe Restoration Toner

retails for $32.00

Includes fabulous plant extracts Aloe and Cactus which truly benefit the skin (smells fresh too)

Helps to brighten skin, improves elasticity, soothe, hydrate.

I like to apply product to a cotton pad and gently swipe over face gently (once works fine for me.. Perhaps for those oilier types or less sensitive you could go for morning and night application)

I feel like the past few months I have neglected my eye area.. So have started on this Eye Cream by Tilth to help moisturise and rehydrate around my eye area.

Resurrect Eye Cream

$62.00

I have always applied eye cream with my two middle fingers and gently pat (massage) around eye are following the bone. It wakens me, relaxes me and brings circulation to that part of my face. Now a little goes a long way. It is a mousse like texture and small enough to take anywhere you go. Morning and Night whatever you feel you need.

Anti Oxidant Foam Cleanser

$38.00

I know typically foam/gel cleansers are best on normal to oily skin types and cream cleansers best for normal/dry skin.. But I have always loved foam/gel over cream cleansers (even with my dry skin). I love the feel and the outcome every time. So find what works with you and not what the brands dictate.

Great for people suffering environmental stress.. those travellers or season changes soon upon us. You can still have youthful and glowing skin by using this one. It contains interestingly Bark Extract which has skin lightening properties which enhances radiant skin. Yes!!

Simple to use, just apply to hands and rub together to activate foam, rinse with cold water.

Thanks for following. 

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MAC

New from M.A.C this August!!

So fabulous.

(As always every month there are new products from M.A.C these are my favourites from the bunch.

So many colours, just one compact.

M.A.C Veluxe Pearl Fusion

Apply Eyeshadow wet or dry (Just dampen brush for intense look)

Metallic finish or soft delicate flush of pearl you choose!

£30.00

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Vanicream

I am really having fun trying out all these brands based out here since moving to the States.. This brand has come up lately in a few conversations.. People rave about them so I just had to give them all a go. I was so thrilled with the results and highly recommend to those looking for an affordable, gentle, delicate skincare range that works. The brand was originally created by two pharmacists in the early 70s. (Well respected and obviously stuck around in the competitive industry for a reason).

The brand covers.. Skin Moisturiser, Shave Cream, Sun Care, Hair Care, Skin Cleansers. My absolute favourites right now.. Read on!

RoBathol Bath Oil (Made by same brand)

16oz bottle $16.60 (also comes in 128 oz bottle for those addicted :)

Soothes and moisturises dry chapped skin in shower or bath. It is a cottonseed oil based bath oil.

Cleanses and helps with skin flexibility. Note not to be used on face (just body). Leaves skin feeling fresh and nourished for your day ahead. Such a treat.

Vaniply Ointment

2.5oz tube $7.50 (or larger size 13oz jar $16.95)

Works a charm on dry and dehydrated skin.. Also won awards for best products for those struggling with itchy, irritating Eczema. This is one of those all rounder products which are fab for all seasons too. So multipurpose. Great for winter when wanting to protect skin from wind and cold. Cracked hands/ feet use this!! Helps prevent chaffing if athletes among my readers.. Smoothing! Long Lasting! LOVE

last but not least..

VaniCream Cleansing Bar

Rich lather for daily use. Fragrance free too. It actually contains VaniCream Skin cream for that super moisturising feel. It is perfect for face and body (I love to travel with this one so I have all in just one bar)

3.9oz bar $3.65

Affordable brand! Most products are kid friendly (check website for specifics). Gentle and mild for all skin types especially those with sensitive skin concerns! Great array of products to choose from.. Check out what else is on offer, plenty of must haves on there:

http://www.psico.com/products/vanicream_skin_cream.cfm

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Kinerase

Kinerase

This a new brand to me since moving to the States (current skincare love).

It is a luxury skincare range which leaves you with youthful looking skin.

There magic potions are filled with Kinetin which is a plant based antioxidant.

It helps to improve skin overall.. also helps to reduce redness, scars, wrinkles..

There is not a billion products to choose from from Kinerase (which I actually love from a brand), they focus on certain concerns and make sure the products really work and really help those using them.

Currently loving..

Clear Skin Blemish Dissolver

I love me a good blemish control product. This is for those occasional ones that pop up and can be used all over the face and body (obviously avoiding eye area). This particular product is designed for ease. It is a roller pen so easy to apply and also so small and functional for trips away, days out just pop in your purse for on the go treatment. I personally love this on my nightstand and always try resolve my redness, pimples, breakouts at night.. overnight really heals with this product. 

$39.00 (USD)

Fragrance free.

Okay.. for just $48.00 I think this next product is a steal. Anyone with obvious scarring will agree.

Kinerase Scar Treatment Therapy

Old or new scars, red and raised scars.. This product claims to reduce appearance of scar within just 4 weeks!!!  Serious scarring could take up to 8 weeks. I have yet to test this.. But am so hopeful and really believe in the brand so just cant wait to give this a try. I have a red and raised scar on my chest which I would love banished or at least a little more faint. Approx a year old so fairly new in scar times. 

I will track and blog and take photos for you guys and of course will keep you all posted. You will see pics From day 1, and every week over the next four weeks.. So look forward to seeing the treatment and scar reduce over time.. Im excited! Stay peeled.

Respected dermatologists, plastic surgeons all suggest and recommend this product. It is a non greasy silicone gel and only a little is needed. It is transparent and forms a barrier to help normalize collagen in your skin. So those with scars, burns, c section patients, plastic surgery, cosmetic procedures.. could work wonders for you.

Safe for pregnant women :)

Just apply twice daily.

To check out whats on offer at Kinerase..

http://www.kinerase.com/

Balmex

A post for the mums and dads out there..

This may very well be my first ever baby skincare review..  (first of many). I have recently been spending a bit more time around little ones and noticed some brands that really stood out from the pack. We are not the only ones lavishing in all these skincare products.. Newborns, babies, our cute little monsters also have a pick of the batch.

Babies skin can be super sensitive so it is extremely important to use trusted brands.. Word of mouth is my key to finding the best of the best for your bub..

My current loves..

Balmex Diaper Rash Cream

Diaper rash in uncomfortable for babies and if not looked after can lead to infection. What causes diaper rash is trapped moisture. Friction then begins to irritate the skin. Balmex Diaper rash Cream can reduce redness in just one diaper change and ease the pain for your little one. Contains Vitamin B5 and E to soothe and nourish, smells fresh too. It goes on nice and smooth and is just as easy to remove if you wish.

Babies skin is more vulnerable to the sun and irritants so the right skincare is essential. 'Gentle and mild' ingredients and products should be used so look out for these words when shopping.

Balmex Multi Purpose Healing Ointment

I have a small collection of Multi purpose Ointments that I use on myself.. and perhaps one of my all time favourite skin care essentials (can't live without!!). Its 'an all rounder'. I love the combination of ingredients that go in to these type of products and they heal, nourish and protect all face and body parts. So one for your baby this will truly be your saviour.

Vitamins A, D, chamomile.. helps chaffed skin (ouch), diaper rash, scrapes, burns, cuts.. the list goes on. It works a charm and babies love it! LOVE LOVE LOVE.

Something I found online.. Cutest little chub machine!!! 

http://www.balmex.com/

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100% Pure

I have been trialling this fab skin care brand and have some favourites to share with you all. 

For those who love and support the all natural and pure skincare ranges.. 100% Pure contains

NO synthetic chemicals

NO artificial fragrances

NO chemical preservatives

NO petro chemicals

or any other toxins

Also safe for kids to use..

Now there are so many flavours.. I should say scents to choose from.. I personally love 

100% Pure Green Apple Nourishing Body Cream 

$15.00

Softens and smooths skin leaving a fresh green apple scent. Feeds your body nutrients to heal skin and replenish skin. Smother all over whenever needed! Vegan and gluten free product.

Next front runner..

100% Pure Vitamin C Serum

$35.00

I love serums!! They can be used alone or under other treatments to complement other products. This particular serum brightens dull skin, absorbs quickly and is great for all skin types.

Last but certainly not least..

100% Pure Purity Facial Cleanser and Mask

Acne Care

$21.00

Those battling with the occasional acne this works wonders. Clears complexion and prevents future breakout. This cleanser will remove makeup, declogs pores and freshens your skin. Best used just a couple times a week in my opinion.

Totally affordable range and wide selection to choose from.. Check out 100% Pure's website and find your favourites.

http://www.100percentpure.com/

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