REVIEW: Nivea Sensitive 3 in 1 Micellar Cleansing Water

Okay. I'll admit it: I eat way too much sugar. I do, and my skin is very angry at me for it. My skin is red, slightly spottier, and more sensitive than usual. So, to combat this I bought the Nivea Sensitive 3 in 1 Micellar Water. It's supposed to combat redness, tightness and dryness which are all things that I've been experiencing as of late.

 I've been using this as my morning and second cleanse recently, and so far I'm quite enjoying it. I have found that this soothes my skin, and leaves it less red after use. This doesn't make my skin feel tight at all, and my face feels softer than ever after using this. 

The formula is what you'd expect: a watery, clear liquid. I just put this on a cotton pad and put it all over the face, it absorbs fairly quick so you won't be waiting long to finish your routine.

 I don't use it for makeup removal because I feel like it takes bloody ages. One cotton pad for each eye, and three goes at the face to get all of my foundation off which probably isn't too bad but it's just quicker using a wash off cleanser for makeup removal - in my eyes anyway.

You can find the Nivea Sensitive 3 in 1 Micellar Water on offer for £1.84(!) here

Have you tried  this out? What did you think? -x

REVIEW: Rimmel London Fix & Perfect Pro Primer

Okay, I know things have been a bit MIA for the past couple of weeks but hear me out. As much as I enjoyed having two whole weeks off for the Easter break, it really messed with my routine. So, in an attempt to get back on track, I have a review for you!

Since the weather's really picking up here in Aberdeen, I felt I needed something to prolong my foundation wear time, and keep it matte for longer and, since I had heard some great reviews over on YouTube, I just had to pick up a bottle of the Rimmel Fix & Perfect Pro Primer. This is a water based primer, so it's ideal for those of you that don't like silicone based primers. It claims to be a 5 in 1 product, but I'm not sure if I agree. When it came to putting on my foundation, there were still a few rough patches that the primer hadn't worked to resolve, and I don't think it really brightened my face all that much. Then again, skin dullness isn't really a concern of mine.

That being said, it leaves my skin feeling super soft after use, and it isn't greasy in the slightest. I think the best part of the primer is it's longevity, and mattifying properties. It instantly mattifies the skin, and it kept my foundation looking shine free for a solid eight hours, instead of three or four.

As you can see, the consistency of the primer is pretty normal. Not thick but not too thin. It glides onto the skin really nicely and like I said, it doesn't leave a greasy film over the skin like some others. Don't let the white colour put you off, it transfers onto the skin clear. I have a sneaky feeling that perhaps the white is meant to have the brightening effect? 

The packaging is nothing special, but that doesn't mean it's bad. The bottle isn't packed too tight, so that means for less waste and mess!

Now, I like the formula, and the packaging but can we talk about the smell for a moment? I really hate it, it smells slightly.. medicinal? Weird. I can get past it but yeah, it's odd..

Anyway, scent woes aside. The Rimmel London Fix & Perfect Pro Primer is a skin smoothing primer that's great at increasing foundation wear time, and keeping the face matte - and it's reasonably priced at £6.99. Find it here!

Sidenote: Don't worry, I'll be picking things back up over here and things will be back to normal on Tuesday -x

 

REVIEW: B. Clean Melting Gel Cleanser

Okay, so this week's post may be a taaad late 3 days oops but better late than never.. right? I do actually have something for you though, so lets get to it!

This is the first cleanser of it's kind that I've tried, and so far I'm pretty impressed. It's the B. Clean Melting Gel Cleanser, which is from Superdrug's own brand of skincare. I've had this for a few months now, and I've really been enjoying it. You might have guessed that though, I've really squeezed the life out of that packaging.. Actually, let's talk about the packaging for just a moment.

It's a fairly standard tube that allows you to squeeze out just the right amount of product. I've found that the size of a small grape is enough! It's thin and long in size, so it isn't the most practical for travel but the actual design of the bottle is quite nice. I like that it's simple! 

Now, onto the product itself. It says that it's "Ideal for normal to dry skin" but, if you're an oily skinned gal like myself, I can tell you to push that aside. The consistency is really thick but it melts into the skin as a facial oil as you massage it onto the skin. When it comes into contact with water, it turns very milky so it can get a bit messy but it leaves my skin feeling refreshed and effectively cleansed. It's really gentle and not stripping at all. I have to say though, just make sure you have rinsed it all off because it can feel like it's left a film over the skin if you don't.

 It will probably take a couple of times to get used to the strange, see-through texture but you get used to it quickly!

I use this both morning and night. I find that my make-up is easily removed, but it can occasionally take a couple of tries to take off heavier eye make-up and it can sting if you massage it on too much, or use too much product.

Overall a really refreshing, gentle cleanser that makes light of removing make-up. It usually costs £6.99 but it's currently on offer in Superdrug for £3.48!

Let me know if you've tried this, and what your thoughts are on it! -x