Ailsa Jane

Ila Spa Day Cream for Renewed Recovery  (£49, 50ml) This light and easily absorbed day cream has a blend of rare amazonian extracts and powerful adaptagens which work together to repair damaged and irritated skin leaving behind skin that is calm, balanced and replenished. The Ila Spa Day Cream for Renewed Recovery* reduces redness and blemishes as well as providing long lasting hydration to skin throughout the day.  Key Ingredients: Acmella - known as a natural alternative to botox. Pfaffia - stimulates collagen production, increases micro circulation. Marapuama -  moisturises the skin. White Lily - reduces the appearance of dark circles, age spots and pigmentation. Increases lymphatic circulation reducing signs of puffiness. Shea Butter and Cocoa extracts - provides long lasting hydration and retains moisture in the skin.  To Use: Using fingertips, apply gently in the morning to cleansed and toned skin on face and neck. I liked the subtle floral scent of this d...

 Personally I think the May Love Lula Beauty Box* is the best so far this year, it contains 4 products worth a total of £68, and I will use every product... Love it when that happens!  Subscriptions start at just £12.70 a month for a 12 month subscription, £14.95 for a monthly sub or a one off box can be purchased for £19.95. There is also the option for a 3 month or 6 month subscription. Full details can be found here . Lets take a closer look at the products featured this month.... Organic Works Lavender Hand Wash  (£10, 300ml) Enriched with Lavender essential oil, Rose geranium flower oil and aloe vera, this 100% Vegan & Cruelty Free hand wash cleanses away impurities and daily grime to restore skin’s natural balance, and is suitable for all skin types. It is always nice to see a hand wash in the boxes, as it is something I go through so quickly! I love the relaxing scent of this hand wash. Walden Natural Perfume Oil ' A Morning Star ' (£22, 10ml) Top Notes of Lav...

  April's Lula Lula Beauty Box* contains 3 full sized products and a sampler box, with a combined value of £59! Subscriptions start at just £12.70 a month for a 12 month subscription, £14.95 for a monthly sub or a one off box can be purchased for £19.95. There is also the option for a 3 month or 6 month subscription. Full details can be found here . The first product that caught my eye when I opened the box was t he  Assorted Sampler Box  (£12.99) from J.R.LIGGETT’S . Containing 6 x 18g Mini Shampoo Bars, ( Original, Herbal, Tea Tree & Hemp Oil, Moisturizing, Jojoba & Peppermint Oil, Virgin Coconut & Argan Oil ) each of which is designed for different hair types, this selection box is a sure way to find the perfect shampoo bar for you. They are the perfect size for travelling and can be used for hair and body, to shave and even for dishes and clothes! A fab multi-use product. The latest oil from OOH! Oils of Heaven is included in the box this month....

I am not one for wearing lots of makeup everyday, and less so when I am at work and wear a face mask for the majority of the day, so when the weekend rolls around I try and make a little bit of effort and go for a natural makeup look. For this look I chose Ere Perez Oat Milk Foundation*, Topic Skincare Soft Focus Powder & Tropic Skincare Blusher (second from bottom in palette), Ere Perez Brow Hero Gel*, Inika Long Lash Mascara* and a Zuii Organic Lipstick*. This photo shows a bare faced me.... not something I show often in pictures, please excuse the unstyled hair! As you can see from the photo I have a few blemishes around my mouth and chin area. I first applied Ere Perez Oat Milk Foundation * (£32, 30ml) in the shade Latte which is the lightest of the shades available. Suitable for light porcelain skin tones, this colour suits me perfectly. This foundation has a unique formula with star ingredient natural oat milk, which is considered to help balance the pH levels in you...