Liz Earle Skincare: Instant Boost Skin Tonic & Skin Repair Moisturiser

I've been using Liz Earle's Instant Boost Skin Tonic and Skin Repair Moisturiser on and off for more than a month now. It took me a while to write a review because I wasn't really sure how I felt about it at first; it wasn't love at first use for me, unlike their Cleanse & Polish Hot Cloth Cleanser.

(Apologies for the picture quality, the light kept changing on me)

I've come to really love this Instant Boost Skin Tonic, it feels lovely on the skin and I just adore the scent. It's really refreshing to use it after washing 15 hours of grime off my face and it leaves my skin feeling soft, smooth, and moisturized. Any moisturizer I use after this toner feels that much more moisturizing and when I wake up, my skin feels smooth and plump.

The Instant Boost Skin Tonic is suitable for all skin types. 

(someone needs to remember to apply hand cream >.<)

I think that if I tried this moisturiser during the winter, I would've fallen in love. As it is summer now, it's a bit too rich for me to use for the daytime. I do love using it at night, though; my skin just soaks up all that moisturizing goodness and I always tend to wake up touching my face. It seems I can't quite believe how soft it feels!

It absorbs well into the skin; though when my skin isn't quite as dry, it leaves my face a bit oily. However, my skin is going through a dry phase right now (especially the area around the lip) so it's just perfect: my skin feels moisturized and not at all oily.

The Skin Repair Moisturiser also comes in normal/combination and there's the Skin Repair Moisturiser Light option, which is suitable for combination/oily skin types. 

Also, for those living in Canada, the US website will ship to us. However shipping prices are quite pricey, which does not make Dani a happy camper. That said, I think these products are SO worth a try (especially the Hot Cloth Cleanser and the Skin Tonic). Then, when you decide you love them, you have the option of purchasing packages of 3 from the website, which might ease the sting of the shipping price a bit...

Have you tried Liz Earle skincare before?

*Disclaimer: this product was a PR sample sent for review consideration.

All About Eyes - Pride

Products Used:

Wet n' Wild Color Icon Palette - Pride 

Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencil - Zero

Ardell Lashes - 107 Black

To start off, I applied the matte green shade along the lid, from the lash line to just above the crease. Then, I applied the shimmery green to the edge of the matte green, blending it up towards the brow bone. Next, I applied the shimmery blue shade along the outer v and extended it down to the lower lash line and used the matte green (inner corner) and shimmery green (between matte green and shimmery blue) along the lower lash line as well. I used the shimmery white eyeshadow to highlight the brow bone and the matte white along the inner corner of the lid. Then I used the matte navy shade and applied it above the matte white and green eyeshadows. To finish off the look, I lined my upper lash line and lower water line with a black eye pencil and applied false eyelashes.

Hope you like this look!

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MAC Mineralize Skinfinish Natural

MAC False Lashes

MAC Mineralize Skinfinish (Soft & Gentle)

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Monthly Favourites - June 2011

We are officially half way through 2011. I know time flies, but doing these monthly favourites posts seriously makes it so much more apparent. Before I start, I just wanted to extend a big HELLO! to all of Call It Beauty's newest subscribers and a big THANK YOU! to everyone who reads and comments on my posts... I've been really struggling with blogging these last 2 months because I've started a rather demanding job and a bunch of performances have popped up; I was having difficulty finding the time blog.

That said, I've bought a whole whack of beauty products recently so expect I expect to have a lot to write about in the coming weeks =).

Anyway, without further ado, here are my favourites from June 2011...

Laura Mercier Mineral Powder & EcoTools Bamboo Blush Brush

Vancouver felt some pretty high temperatures during June and working long days (6-8 hours of which were spent in an AC-less office, I might add) just made me feel like my makeup was melting off. So I started using my trusty Laura Mercier Mineral Powder again (applied with the EcoTools Bamboo Blush Brush). This mineral powder has such lovely coverage and it feels amazing on the skin. I have a feeling this will be using this a lot over the summer...

Joe Fresh Style Cream Blushes, CARGO Blush & MAC Blush

The first half of June, I was wearing Joe Fresh Style Cream Blushes a lot (Bloom on the left, Melon on the right). They are so pigmented and blend beautifully on the skin. Then on the second half of June, I started using CARGO's blush in Tonga and MAC's Pinch O'Peach blush together (Tonga along the cheekbone and Pinch O'Peach just on the apples of the cheek) and have been absolutely loving that combination!

Bath and Body Works Body Fragrance Mist & Burberry Perfume

I've been using and loving this Burberry fragrance for around 6 years now, it's definitely something a fragrance that is close to my heart. I don't use it every single day, I go through spurts here and there and June was definitely a spurt. Wild Honeysuckle has been a godsend for me during my long hours. You sweat, you get sticky, you get gross and sometimes a quick spritz of a lovely scent is enough to make you feel like a woman again :p. This bottle doesn't weigh much and fits in a larger purse quite well so I make sure to always have it on me.

Lush Shower Gel

This is my favourite Lush Shower Gel, for sure! It doesn't do any fancy tricks, but it smells absolutely divine! It's like comfort food for me...

What are your June favourites?

All About Eyes - Lust

Products Used:

Wet n Wild Color Icon Eyeshadow Palette - Lust

Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencil - Zero

Revlon Beyond Natural Eyelashes - 91155

First off, I used the shimmery grey eyeshadow from the palette (see swatches here) and starting from the outer corner, I applied it in a C motion towards the brow bone, ending close to the inner corner. Then I applied the matte light pink shade on the lid within the grey and used the matte plum shade to the lower lash line, applying it further down for a smokier look. To make the outer corner more intense, I applied the darkest shade (a shimmery black with purple sparkle) to the outermost edge of the C shape. Next up, I applied the matte violet shade to the area between the grey and the light pink to soften that edge and make the change more gradual. I then used the same shade I used to line the lower lash line to line the upper lash line and used the shimmery off-white to highlight the brow bone. To finish off the look, I used Urban Decay's Glide-On Pencil to line the water line and applied false lashes.

Hope you like this look! =)

Clarins Sunscreen Control Cream For Face: Sun Protection Without The Greasy Feel!

I've made mention before of how much I love Neutrogena's Water-Light Sunscreen: it makes my base apply beautifully & evenly, it provides sun protection and it doesn't feel heavy on the skin (hence the name "Water-Light"). However, I noticed that my skin started to get quite oily halfway through the day, something I've never really experienced before with this product.

I tried to narrow down which product was the culprit and finally figured out that it was this sunscreen that was turning my face into an oil slick. So the search was on for a sunscreen that left the skin oil-free. Arianne of The Glitter Geek mentioned that a friend of hers uses the Clarins sunscreen and it doesn't make her skin oily, so I decided to try it out. 

From Clarins: A sun cream for very sun-sensitive skin, or those exposed to intense sun. So your skin only gets the very best of the sun. 

The effectiveness of Clarins Multi-Cellular Protection: the skin's natural defences are reinforced and skin is protected from premature aging. It remains supple and beautiful.

To be honest, I'm not much of a sun worshipper. I could probably get away with SPF 30 since I don't sun myself often. However, the 50+ was the only one available in Sephora and I'd like to think I'm giving my skin the best protection I can give it (without surrounding myself in a space suit).

Unfortunately, it has oxybenzone, which has a lot of negative side effects attached to it. I personally haven't researched this myself, but there has been a lot of talk within the health and beauty community about it. 

That aside, I love it because a little bit of this cream goes a long way, it's easily spreadable and has a pleasant, citrusy scent. The best part is, that it doesn't make my face oily at all, unlike Neutrogena's Water-Light sunscreen. I've been using this sunscreen on my face, neck and chest for a few weeks now and so far, so good!

What sun care product are you using right now?

Collection Spotlight: Reem Acra - Spring 2011

(photos from style.com)

I know it's officially Summer (I fell behind with the Collection Spotlights and forgot about them), but these last 3 are so beautiful, I just had to share them with you still.

The gown are just beyond stunning! I always love seeing Reem Acra on the red carpet :). I especially love the sequined tops paired with a bold coloured skirt. There are so many gorgeous details that just make every piece special and there is seriously no shortage of glamour in this collection. 

Are you a fan of Reem Acra's gowns?