**New Product Review** The Flomar Smooth Touch Foundation

Hi everyone, hope you all had an amazing bank holiday weekend. I was off (half) sunning myself in Lanzarote for 3 days but I am so glad to be home. I have been trying out lots of new products lately and I was very excited to test and review this particular one. Why? this one you say. Well I love my foundations and I feel like I am forever on the hunt for the "perfect one". It is a task that seems impossible for us girls, so many foundations how do you choose? Find out what you need in a foundation product, coverage, SPF, skin type etc and explore from there. Hopefully this review might help too.

The foundation I am reviewing is the New Flomar Smooth Touch Foundation, it comes in a 30ml bottle with a choice of 6 colours from Light Ivory to Sand. Its is said to produce a natural look thanks to its fine texture and smooth formualtion. It gives up to 12 hours of coverage while continuously moisturising your skin and has an SPF 20 feature that protects the skin against the harmful effects of sunlight. It does not contain *parabens (see link below) or fragrance and it is suitable for all of skin types. 

So thats the science bit, now down to what I thought!! I was expecting this to have a light to medium coverage, but I was very surprised to see that it was actually more of a full coverage. Which for me is great because I wear make up to work everyday and I always need a good full coverage (normally by the end of the day it looks like I din't even put on makeup). When I was applying it I got the slightest scent, now when I say scent it was more that it smelt like I was applying a nice face cream. It applied really well both with a brush and beauty blender to smooth out. I loved the coverage but I would have went a darker shade. I choose the light ivory, but because I like to tan alot I felt that it was too light for me. However a little bronzing powder and contouring later and it was perfect. It looked great in all lighting and even better in natural day light. I actually felt like it looked better on my skin as the day went on and I wonder does this have to do with the "continuous moisturizing" but maybe it was my skin adapting.

I was concerned that the SPF 20 would make my face look white in pictures but it didn't and I wore this foundation for the whole of my holidays, even in the sweltering heat at night (Photo below is the foundation on) Overall I am very impressed, I loved it and I will go as far as saying that this is the best affordable foundation I have ever used. I seriously recccommend you try this and at €11.99 it won't break the bank, just make sure you do a colour test for the correct colour. I got mine from Adrian Dunne Pharmacy in Arklow and its available in all of their pharmacies across the country.
http://www.dunnepharmacies.ie/brands

 But ladies you have to check out their amazing Flomar stand in the Arklow store, just don't blame me if you end up broke :)

****About Parabens****

http://www.realsimple.com/beauty-fashion/skincare/worry-about-parabens

Review: Vichy Idealia Serum and Skin Sleep

Hello everyone and welcome back to Luv Lisa xx. Not so long ago I decided to go out and purchase some well needed new skincare products. It can be very difficult to choose the right products especially with the amount of brands and choice on the market. I for one, am one of those girls that spends alot of money on make-up but not alot on my skincare. Everyone talks about how important your skincare regime is, but I've always been the kinda girl that just slaps on everything and anything without any research involved. Every girl is different and so is their skin so it is of the highest importance to find something that suits your skin type. Even though I am reviewing products the suit my skin today please keep in mind that not everything suits everyone. Always seek advice from the trained technicians/beauticians or pharmacist's as they are extremely knowledgeable and skilled at what they do. There is a science to skincare and they have the know how.

I wear makeup almost everyday of the week and I love a good coverage, that can leave my skin dry in patches and prone to spots. Recently I called into my local pharmacy and I got chatting to one of the girls there, she recommended that I try the new Vichy Idealia Range, something she had tried herself and found fantastic. One look at her flawless skin and I was sold. I purchased the Vichy Idealia Life Serum and a Night Cream also. I've been using it now for almost 2 week and I love it. The serum itself gives your face a radiant glow and your skin looks fresh and youthful. What I love the most about it is that it can be worn under your make up, and you only need the smallest amount (less than a pea size) This product has been in the making for over 11 years which is crazy when you think about it. Its not greasy or sticky and it applies like a dream with a light sweet smell. It has definitely become part of my daily routine and yesterday I wore no make up just the serum and I felt no need for makeup, I was comfortable in my own skin. The Vichy skin sleep, is a  gel based cream that should be applied before you go to sleep. I adore the smell of this and I actually enjoy taking my make up off and putting this on. In trials it has been proved to help people feel more relaxed before going to sleep, imagine that, honestly I think its something to do with the soothing smell and the texture of the cream. It has been tested on poor sleepers, young mums and flight attendants. I've honestly never really understood the need for a night cream but I am in love with this product, I would buy it for the smell alone. The easiest and simplest way to describe it is, my skin feels clean and fresh and I get the same satisfaction putting this on as I do a full face of make up. Both these products have received fantastic reviews online and its easy to see why.

As I said before, always ask the sales assistants for their advice on what you should use for your skin type. I love visiting my local pharmacy because these girls do not work on commission and the will always do their best by you. They honestly value your custom. I purchased mine in the Avoca pharmacy in Avoca and I will be going back to get the Derma Blend Foundation during the week (it was all sold out when I was there). The Vichy brand is one I never would have acknowledged previously but its a massive thumbs up from me. Prices range from €20 to €40 euro and while that might seem expensive to some its worth the investment. Our skin is so important and I for one will be doing my best to keep mine looking young, with help from the Vichy Idealia Range xx

A massive thanks to the lovely assistant in the Avoca Pharmacy (sorry I didn't catch her name)

xx

Clinically tested efficacy on skin exposed to daily excesses: overstressed, pollution, unbalanced diet. Suitable for all skin types and all skin ethnicities, even sensitive skin. Instantly, complexion looks radiant and fresh, while skintone looks more even. Facial features appear rested, and skin looks younger and healthier.

Idealia Skin Sleep is Vichy’s first night cream that recreates the look of a good night’s sleep, even when your nights are cut short.
Idealia Skin Sleep has been formulated for those who suffer from poor sleep, and are concerned about the tell-tale signs: ‘grey’ skin, a tired look & rough dull complexion.