REVIEW: ELEMIS FRESHSKIN PEACHY PERFECT GENTLE FACE WASH

REVIEW: MUA BLUSH PERFECTION CREAM BLUSHER IN 'DOLLY' AND 'BLOSSOM'

REVIEW: THE INFAMOUS EBAY BLUSH PALETTE WITH SWATCHES

REVIEW: REAL TECHNIQUES EXPERT FACE BRUSH

REVIEW: PAPERSELF PEONIES AND ANTIQUE LACE LASHES

HEY, IT'S OK #12

MY INTRODUCTION TO ELEMIS

REVIEW: JENORIS PROFESSIONAL HAIR CARE PISTACHIO HAIR MASK

REVIEW: DOVE SUMMER GLOW NOURISHING LOTION

REVIEW: PIXI SKINTREATS GLOW TONIC

HEY, IT'S OK #11

THE ENTIRE FASHIONISTA BLUSH COLLECTION AND SWATCHES

SHOPPING: YANKEE CANDLE TART HAUL

REVIEW: EMMA HARDIE AMAZING FACE MORINGA CLEANSING BALM

REVIEW: TONI AND GUY CASUAL SEA SALT TEXTURISING SPRAY

REVIEW: PERCY AND REED QUITE FRANKLY FLAWLESS FINISHING POLISH

HEY, IT'S OK #10

SHOPPING: NEW ACCESSORIES

REVIEW: MUA BLUSH PERFECTION CREAM BLUSHER IN 'BITTERSWEET'

REVIEW: DR BRAGI BIO MARINE EXFOLIANT

HOME: STORAGE AND ORGANISATION IDEAS

HEY, IT'S OK #9

REVIEW: SUPER FACIALIST BY UNA BRENNAN ROSE HYDRATE INTENSE MOISTURE MASK

REVIEW: BOURJOIS HEALTHY MIX SERUM FOUNDATION

REVIEW: INDEED LABS HYDRALURON

HEY, IT'S OK #8

REVIEW: JAMELA 24K GOLD UNDER EYE MASK

REVIEW: LA ROCHE-POSAY THERMAL SPRING WATER

REVIEW: LUSH EAU ROMA WATER TONER

REVIEW: LANCOME HYPNOSE STAR MASCARA

REVIEW: NIP + FAB COCONUT LATTE DRY SKIN FIX BODY BUTTER

LOVES: NEW LOOK GOLD STATEMENT ACCESSORIES

HEY, IT'S OK #7

REVIEW: THOMAS SABO FRAGRANCES

PICKS: CORAL

REVIEW: LANCOME BI-FACIL NON-OILY INSTANT EYE MAKEUP REMOVER

VITAMINS AND MINERALS

PICKS: PINK

BLOGGING: DO'S AND DONT'S

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REVIEW: MURAD HYDRO-DYNAMIC ULTIMATE MOISTURE FOR EYES

When it comes to my eyes I put my black bags down to genetics and there isn't a lot I can do about that except pile on the concealer. What I can do however is make sure that I look after the delicate area around the eye so that I don't look aged before my time and I don't exacerbate any dryness that may cause issues in the future. Where as once upon a time I used to neglect eye creams I've got to the stage where they are now as much a part of my skincare routine as cleansing is. Step forward Murad's Hydro-Dynamic Ultimate Moisture For Eyes.

Murad is an American brand created by certified Dermatologist and widely acknowledged world authority on skincare, Howard Murad M.D. who's aim is simply to "help people look younger, feel healthier and live happier."

I'm onto my second sample of this eye cream offering from the brand and I thought it was about time that I shared my thoughts on it. Dabbed onto the pressure points around your eye and very gently underneath it  until it absorbs it alledges to maintain moisture in this area for up to 8 hours. The ingredients list boasts Murad's Collagen Support Complex, hyaluronic acid and a blend of peptides that combine to increase elastin production, firm the delicate skin, reduce fine lines and boost resilience to environmental damage.

Personally I've found that I can quite happily use this in my morning routine: its so lightweight and absorbs really quickly.

I prefer something a little heavier in the evening but I think that it could be used in both routines without a problem. When kept in the fridge it reduces morning-puffiness brilliantly. It's unscented (great for the sensitive among us) and if you get it in your eye then it doesn't sting (we've all done it when we're half asleep). Concealer slides on after without a problem and doesn't cake or go dry or patchy or crease which is great. My eye area, after four weeks worth of use, does look a lot smoother, brighter and my finer lines seem slightly reduced. The only thing that I would remark negatively on is that the moisturised feeling doesn't last 8 hours - not for me anyway. I think that I may need to apply slightly more than I do but the price point is enough to make your eyes water slightly: £57.00 for a full sized pot.

Murad products are available on their website where postage and packaging is completely free.

REVIEW: BARRY M 'TMLP' COLOUR CHANGING LIPSTICK

REVIEW: HERBAL ESSENCES BEE STRONG INTENSIVE HAIR MASQUE

REVIEW: MUA UNDRESS YOUR SKIN ILLUMINATING FOUNDATION

HEY, IT'S OK #6

EVENT: BIRMINGHAM LANCOME EYESHADOW MASTERCLASS

GROUP SHOT WITH THE AMAZING LYDIA

REVIEW: BENEFIT THEY'RE REAL MASCARA

REVIEW: ESTEE LAUDER PERFECTLY CLEAN SPLASH AWAY FOAMING CLEANSER

HEY, IT'S OK #5