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Hi, dolls!
Today I will be reviewing another skincare brand called Cetaphil and their two products - Gentle Skin Cleanser and their Daily Defence Moisturiser SPF50. If you're interested to find out more, let's get right into it! 

This post may contain affiliate links meaning that if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you. However, my reviews/opinions on products are always 100% honest and I'll only recommend items that I love!

Cetaphil is a global, multi award winning skincare brand which has been providing their products and helping people care for their skin for over 70 years now. Cetaphil offers a gentle and simple skincare routine with their specifically designed range for sensitive skin, including both cleansers and moisturisers. When I first got into skincare, I kept looking for a good cleanser that would work well with my sensitive skin. Lately, I have been obsessed with my Kylie Skin foaming cleanser, however I used Cetaphil before I discovered Kylie's and I did really enjoy it. 


Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser 236ml 
£9.50/$13

Cetaphil's Gentle Skin Cleanser is said to be specially formulated to provide effective, gentle skincare to help your skin look and feel its best. It is fragrance free and non-comedogenic meaning it won't block your pores. Cetaphil's Cleanser cleanses, moisturises and gently removes what your skin doesn't need, without disturbing the skin's natural pH balance. It's recommended for all skin types including sensitive skin and to use not only on your face but also on your hands and entire body.

After not having the best luck with my No7 foaming cleanser, I was desperate of a good cleanser that wouldn't irritate my skin. I read a lot about Cetaphil and finally decided to give it a go. I found this cleanser to do exactly what it claims - it's super gentle especially if you have sensitive skin like me. It fully removes all of your makeup and doesn't leave your skin feeling dry at all. My face always felt soft and super clean after each use. The only reason I stopped using this is because I really enjoy my Kylie Skin foaming cleanser, however this is definitely way more affordable and it's the next best cleanser I would personally recommend. 


Cetaphil Daily Defence Moisturiser SPF 50
£12.99/$18

I always appreciate a good moisturiser with the highest SPF possible because I am very pale and therefore need as much protection from the sun as possible. Cetaphil's Daily Defence Moisturiser claims to be light-weight and easily absorbed. It hydrates skin and provides very high, broad-spectrum UVA/B photoprotection to help defend skin against the effects of daily exposure to the sunlight and help skin maintain its natural protective barrier. It's suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin. Similarly to the cleanser, the moisturiser is also fragrance-free and non-comedogenic as well as dermatologist tested. 

I really like the fact that this moisturiser is SPF50 because that's the high protection I always look for in my moisturisers. I found this sunscreen to be very light and just as it's described, it absorbs really quickly. I had no problem wearing it under my makeup or alone - it spreads easily on your face and you can apply makeup on top of it without any issues. My skin is very sensitive and I had no bad reactions to it. The only thing I could complain about is the size of this product. It comes in 50ml which is quite small comparing to my other sunscreens that are much more affordable. However, if your skin is really sensitive and you want a moisturiser that won't break you out, definitely check out Cetaphil's products!

Final Thoughts
My experience with Cetaphil's products has been very positive, my skin had no bad reactions to their products and it's something I would consider repurchasing. I'm not sure in which countries except the UK you can purchase Cetaphil's products from but if you do come across them I would definitely recommend you to try them out. 

Let me know down in the comments what your current skincare favourites are 
and if you have tried Cetaphil's products before! xo

Love, Olivia xo

 


Hi, dolls! 
For today's post, I wanted to rank my entire Kayali collection and since my birthday is coming soon, I decided to host a birthday giveaway! If you're interested to find out more about each scent, let's get right into the review and check out below how to enter the giveaway! xo

This post may contain affiliate links meaning that if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you. However, my reviews/opinions on products are always 100% honest and I'll only recommend items that I love!

As I've already reviewed each of the scents in separate blog posts, I will keep this rating very short and I will link my full review to each as we go along. Keep in mind that I do love the entire Kayali collection and this list is based on my fragrance preferences. Make sure to tell me in the comments which of these would be your number one! 

5th Place - Kayali Musk | 12
Kayali Musk | 12
50ml £67/$88
100ml £84/$123

Top Notes: Freesia, Lotus
Middle Notes: Musk, Jasmine
Base Notes: Vanilla, Sandalwood

Out of the entire collection, this was the scent I wasn't planning to purchase simply because after trying it for the first time I didn't like it. I got it in the mini 10ml version to give it a chance and add to my collection. The opening gives me a burst of jasmine and vanilla. I find this Musk fragrance to be super powdery - it's a beautiful warm fragrance but definitely too powdery for me and it's not a fragrance I would usually wear. I've also noticed that this fragrance is not as long lasting as the other Kayali fragrances and it has to be my least favourite out of the entire collection. 

Read my full Kayali Musk | 12 Review HERE

4th Place - Citrus | 08
Kayali Citrus | 08 
50ml £67/$88
100ml £84/$123

Top Notes: Pink Grapefruit, Rhubarb, Black Currant, Bergamot, Pink Pepper
Middle Notes: Bulgarian Rose, Damask Rose
Base Notes: Musk, Oakmoss, Tonka Bean

The opening gives me a burst of pink grapefruit, bergamot and roses. This Citrus isn't your traditional Citrus scent, which in my opinion makes it even more unique. Comparing it to my other Kayali fragrances, Citrus is definitely the 'lightest' out of the 5 I have. This isn't a bad thing because I know that not everyone likes heavy fragrances. I've placed it in 4th place because I don't think this one is as long lasting as my top 3, however it's still a fragrance I see myself using, especially during summer. 

Read my full Kayali Citrus | 08 Review HERE

3rd Place - Elixir | 11

Kayali - Elixir 11
50ml £67/$88
100ml £84/$123

Top Notes: Red Apple, Rose Petals
Middle Notes: May Rose, Jasmine Sambac
Base Notes: Patchouli, Amber, Vanilla

The opening gives me a burst of red apple and rose petals and just as it's labelled it's a floral fruity fragrance. Elixir was my first Kayali fragrance and I do love it very much, however it's very strong and heavy and I don't typically wear it on a daily basis. Out of the 5, I'd say this one could be unisex, however I'd prefer to wear it myself than smell it on a man. Also, in my opinion the black packaging which differs from the other 4 is very fitting with the elegant scent of Elixir. 

Read my full Kayali Elixir | 11 Review HERE

2nd Place - Deja Vu White Flower | 57

Kayali Deja Vu | 57 
50ml £67/$88

Top Notes: Gardenia, Nectarine, Pear
Middle Notes: Tuberose, Indian Jasmine, Orange Blossom
Base Notes: Patchouli, Tahitian Vanilla, Sandalwood, Cashmere Wood

The opening gives me a burst of patchouli and jasmine and just as it's labelled it is a white floral fragrance. It's truly a beautiful scent, and I have actually repurchased this one as I've finished my first bottle already. This is a scent I can have 24/7 on me and never get bored of it. There is nothing bad I can say about this fragrance and the only reason why it's 2nd and not 1st is simply because I am obsessed with the scent below. Deja Vu from Kayali I would say is the safest to blind buy for anyone as I think everyone would enjoy it!

Read my full Kayali Deja Vu White Flower | 57 Review HERE

1st Place - Vanilla | 28
Kayali Vanilla | 28
100ml £70/$118

Top Notes: Vanilla Orchid, Jasmine
Middle Notes: Brown Sugar, Tonka Bean
Base Notes: Patchouli, Amber, Amberwood, Musk

If I could keep only one scent from my Kayali collection, it would be Vanilla. It's my favourite out of the 5 and it's also my favourite Vanilla scent out there. If you don't enjoy Vanilla scents you probably won't like it, however I love how unique this is and how long it stays on for. I always get so many compliments when wearing this!

Read my full Kayali Vanilla | 28 Review HERE

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Giveaway Time!


Seeing as my birthday is coming up, I decided to host another giveaway. I will be picking ONE lucky winner to receive one Kayali Fragrance of their choice in 10ml bottle 

To Enter:
1. Follow My Blog (click HERE)
2. Leave a comment telling me which Kayali fragrance you'd like to try the most
3. Make sure to include your email in the comment, so I can contact you if you win!

I will also be picking another winner over on my social media, so make sure to enter on my Instagram and Twitter for more chance to win! 

Giveaway is international, however avoid where Kayali doesn't ship. Giveaway ends on 24/01/21 and winner will be contacted via email. You will only be entered if all 3 steps are followed. 
Good luck!

Love, Olivia xo
Hi, dolls! 
I'm super excited that I was finally able to finish off my Kayali collection by getting their Musk fragrance. If you're interested to find out more about it, let's get right into the review!

Read my previous Kayali reviews:
Kayali Elixir | 11 Review
Kayali Vanilla | 28 Review
Kayali Citrus | 08 Review
Kayali Deja Vu | 57 Review
Kayali Musk | 12 Review

This post may contain affiliate links meaning that if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you. However, my reviews/opinions on products are always 100% honest and I'll only recommend items that I love!


Kayali Musk | 12
50ml £67/$88
100ml £84/$123

Kayali means my imagination in Arabic and it was created by both Huda and Mona Kattan, who in fact is known as the Perfume Princess. I honestly think that if we're going to trust anyone when it comes to fragrance, it should be Mona. If you follow her on social media, you must know how big her perfume collection is and also, her perfume knowledge. I knew Kayali would be amazing from the start and it definitely didn't disappoint. Kayali's tagline is every layer of me and it actually focuses on layering fragrances to create your own, personal scent. 

Top Notes: Freesia, Lotus
Middle Notes: Musk, Jasmine
Base Notes: Vanilla, Sandalwood

Musk | 12 is described as emanating power and confidence beginning with magnificent notes of Lotus Flower, Freesia and Sheer Jasmine. Laced with exquisite Musk, the scent shines a light on one of the world's mysterious ingredients. A blend of Vanilla and Sandalwood gives this distinguished fragrance an enchanting and tempered soul. The number next to the perfume name, in this case the number 12 signifies the number of modifications that it took to get the scent right.

The opening gives me a burst of jasmine and vanilla. I find this Musk fragrance to be super powdery - it's a beautiful warm fragrance but definitely too powdery for me and it's not a fragrance I would usually wear. I've also noticed that this fragrance is not as long lasting as the other Kayali fragrances that stay on for super long time - Elixir, Deja Vu and Vanilla. Similarly to all other Kayali fragrances, Musk is also an Eau de Parfum. Eau de Parfum has the highest concentration of fragrance - generally having a fragrance concentration of between 15% and 20%. On average, eau de Parfum should last from four to five hours, if not more. This differs from Eau de Toilette which has a fragrance concentration of between 5% and 15%. Eau de Toilette is definitely one of the most popular types of fragrance and it is definitely cheaper than eau de Parfum (in case some of you were wondering why Kayali's price is high) but it will normally only last for two to three hours.

In each of my Kayali review I love to mention how beautiful and classy the Kayali bottles look. The packaging is super elegant and the diamond cap makes it even more unique. This is not a cheap fragrance, so I'm glad that you get a luxurious bottle with it.


Final Thoughts
When I first came across Kayali fragrances I knew that I wouldn't be the biggest fan of the Musk fragrance. This has to be my least favourite out of the entire Kayali collection simply because I find it too powdery and too musky and just doesn't sit well with my preferences. However, it's still a beautiful scent that I think many will enjoy, so if you do like it that's also cool! I'm a bit disappointed that this fragrance isn't as long lasting as the others, especially Elixir, Vanilla and Deja Vu because it means you have to reapply it all the time and it's definitely not a cheap fragrance. 

Let me know down in the comments if you have tried any of the Kayali fragrances and if so, which is your favourite? Would you like me to rate them all in a separate blog post? xo

PS. Make sure to follow my blog if you haven't already by simply clicking HERE.

Love, Olivia xo
Hi, dolls!
Welcome to my first post of 2021! Today, I decided to review my favourite lipsticks of all time - the Revolution x Soph lipsticks! These came out I believe in the second half of 2018, and I have no idea why I still haven't reviewed them but ever since, these lipsticks have been my favourite and since they are still available to buy, let's get right into the review!

This post may contain affiliate links meaning that if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you. However, my reviews/opinions on products are always 100% honest and I'll only recommend items that I love!

Revolution x Soph Lipsticks
£4/$7

Revolution teamed up with YouTuber Soph (known as SophDoesNails or SophDoesLife) in two collabs - first included Soph's eyeshadow and highlighter palettes and second included Extra Spice eyeshadow palette and 3 lipsticks. Together, they have produced 3 nude lipsticks named after her favourite treats - Syrup, Cake and Fudge. All 3 lipsticks have a creamy satin finish and are packed in a matte nude packaging with a shiny rose gold lid with Soph x imprinted on the bullet of the lipsticks. All Revolution products including Soph's lipsticks are 100% cruelty-free!


Although I have tried all three shades, I decided to keep only two. I found Fudge to be too dark for my skin tone and therefore, decluttered it. I never really cared for Revolution's lipsticks as I dislike any matte formulas, however, when I found out Soph's have a creamy satin formula, I knew I wanted to try them out. This is so far my favourite lipstick formula I've tried! It's super creamy and comfortable to wear on the lips and as it's not matte, it doesn't dry down and I know a lot of people will love that about them. All three shades are super pigmented and honestly, I don't think anyone would think these are from Revolution for only £4/$7. I much prefer them to my Kylie Cosmetics Creme Lipsticks. Out of the three, Syrup is my favourite colour-wise as it's just the perfect nude for my skin tone.  

I've also noticed that at the bottom of each lipstick, there is a see-through bit which shows you the lipstick shade and you can actually twist it out and use as well. This part is best used with a lip brush as it's really small but it's a great addition to the lipstick! I definitely recommend these to anyone that likes a nice creamy satin lipstick because it's really affordable and at the same time the formula feels luxurious. 

I'm curious to know what everyones favourite lipstick at the moment is, so let me know down in the comments! xo 

PS. Make sure to follow my blog if you haven't already by simply clicking HERE.

Love, Olivia xo
Hi, dolls!
Once again it's lockdown over here in the UK, so I decided to end this year with another makeup review. This Christmas, my best friend Jess gifted me one of Charlotte Tilbury's creme eyeshadows and I wanted to test it out for my blog. If you're interested to find out more about it, let's get right into the review!

Since this is my first Charlotte Tilbury review, I thought it's important to mention that Charlotte Tilbury is 100% cruelty-free. There is no animal testing done on Charlotte's products or on any ingredients used to make them.

This post may contain affiliate links meaning that if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you. However, my reviews/opinions on products are always 100% honest and I'll only recommend items that I love!

Charlotte Tilbury Eyes To Mesmerise 
Rose Gold Creme Eyeshadow
£22/$32

Charlotte’s best-selling Eyes to Mesmerise in Rose Gold is a gorgeous soft pink rose-gold metallic shade with water-infused formula. The creme eyeshadows are described as easy glide-on formula that won’t drag on your delicate eye area. It has Vitamin E which hydrates and provides antioxidant protection from free radicals. 


Out of the 6 shades available, I think my best friend did a great job at picking the one I’d most likely go for myself. Rose Gold is such a beautiful colour, you can create so many looks with it! The formula is very creamy and pigmented, I found it to apply easily on the eye with both a brush and fingers. I like the fact that this doesn’t dry out too quickly, which means its buildable and works well with powder shadow over or under it! I finished my look with my favourite mascara (Huda Beauty Legit Lashes) and kept my eye look on for the whole day. I was really surprised to find out that this Creme Shadow doesn’t crease at all and is just as beautiful at the end of the day as it is when first applied. 


Final Thoughts
This has to be the first creme shadow that I truly enjoyed using and see myself using again. I love the fact it works well with powder shadow under or over the product as well as the fact it doesn’t dry out too quickly. I find products that dry out quickly to feel heavy and uncomfortable on the eye but this Creme Eyeshadow is very lightweight and super comfortable to wear. I think it's great for a quick eye look but also a fun addition to full glam. If you’re looking for a good creme eyeshadow, this is definitely it!! 

Let me know in the comments if you've tried anything from Charlotte Tilbury and if so, what product is it? 
I'll be reviewing more of her products soon, so stay tuned! xo

I wish everyone a Happy New Year! 
I'm excited to see what the new year brings. I can't believe my blog is 3 years old already! Thank you for all the support and comments - it really means a lot! :)

PS. Make sure to follow my blog if you haven't already by simply clicking HERE.

Love, Olivia xo
Hi, dolls! 
Ever since I got my first bottle from Kayali, I truly fell in love with all of their fragrances. This year for Xmas, I asked for Citrus to complete my Kayali collection and thankfully, that's what I got! I currently have 4 of the 5 Kayali fragrances with Musk being on it's way to me. I have reviewed them all now, so you can read individual reviews using the links below. If you're interested to read more about Kayali Citrus, let's get right into the review!

Read my previous Kayali reviews:
Kayali Elixir | 11 Review
Kayali Vanilla | 28 Review
Kayali Citrus | 08 Review
Kayali Deja Vu | 57 Review
Kayali Musk | 12 Review

This post may contain affiliate links meaning that if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you. However, my reviews/opinions on products are always 100% honest and I'll only recommend items that I love!

Kayali Citrus | 08 
50ml £67/$88
100ml £84/$123

Kayali means my imagination in Arabic and it was created by both Huda and Mona Kattan, who in fact is known as the Perfume Princess. I honestly think that if we're going to trust anyone when it comes to fragrance, it should be Mona. If you follow her on social media, you must know how big her perfume collection is and also, her perfume knowledge. I knew Kayali would be amazing from the start and it definitely didn't disappoint. Kayali's tagline is every layer of me and it actually focuses on layering fragrances to create your own, personal scent. 

Top Notes: Pink Grapefruit, Rhubarb, Black Currant, Bergamot, Pink Pepper
Middle Notes: Bulgarian Rose, Damask Rose
Base Notes: Musk, Oakmoss, Tonka Bean

Citrus is described as a contemporary twist of innovation. Sparkling citrus notes of Italian Bergamot and Pink Grapefruit mingle with Rhubarb, Blackcurrant and Pink Pepper. Immaculate floral chords of Rose Centifolia and Rose Damascena from Bulgaria lie at its heart. A lingering veil of Musk, Tonka and mystical Oakmoss ground the hypnotic scent in nature. The number next to the perfume name, in this case the number 8 signifies the number of modifications that it took to get the scent right.

The opening gives me a burst of pink grapefruit, bergamot and roses. This Citrus isn't your traditional Citrus scent, which in my opinion makes it even more unique. Comparing it to my other Kayali fragrances, Citrus is definitely the 'lightest' out of the 4 I have. This isn't a bad thing because I know that not everyone likes heavy fragrances. Like all Kayali fragrances, Citrus is also an Eau de Parfum. Eau de Parfum has the highest concentration of fragrance - generally having a fragrance concentration of between 15% and 20%. On average, eau de Parfum should last from four to five hours, if not more. This differs from Eau de Toilette which has a fragrance concentration of between 5% and 15%. Eau de Toilette is definitely one of the most popular types of fragrance and it is definitely cheaper than eau de Parfum (in case some of you were wondering why Kayali's price is high) but it will normally only last for two to three hours.
 I also have to talk about the bottle of this fragrance - it looks so elegant and classy. I love how beautiful the packaging looks and the diamond cap makes it even more unique. On many occasions you get an expensive fragrance in simple packaging but with Kayali you not only get a high quality of fragrance but also a stunning packaging that makes it even more exciting to have. I appreciate the fact that it's possible to get the Kayali testers before actually making a purchase because that makes it easier for you to find your perfect scent. This is especially important if you cannot afford to buy all 5 and want to ensure you make the right decision. Testers can also help with layering, as it allows you to try different layers and see which scents would work together for you to create your perfect scent.


Final Thoughts
It's not a secret that I have a little obsession with Kayali and their fragrances lol! I think that all 5 scents are super different from each other but at the same time very unique and special and I do truly love every single one of them. Citrus is a very light fragrance from their range, it's not a typical Citrus scent that you'd expect which in this case makes it so much more special and unique. I appreciate the combo of roses with the pink grapefruit and pink pepper - it makes the scent very refreshing and perfect for Summer. This is a scent I'd reach for in the mornings, before or after working out and definitely in Summer. One thing I would say about this Citrus is that it's not as long lasting as the other Kayali fragrances but this also goes with what I said about this scent being lighter than the others. For example, Elixir and Deja Vu, which I think are the heaviest, stay on you all day. With Citrus, I find myself reapplying this on more often throughout the day but I still like it and appreciate the scent. 

I love Kayali fragrances with all my heart and I can honestly recommend you all to check them out but I don't recommend buying perfumes without trying them first. I've created a little quiz which might help you decide which Kayali fragrance would be best for you, so check it out and let me know what you got!



Let me know in the comments if you have tried the Kayali fragrances yet and if so, which is your favourite? My favourite has to be Vanilla but I truly love them all! Check out my other Kayali reviews linked above. 

PS. Make sure to follow my blog if you haven't already by simply clicking HERE.

Love, Olivia xo

Hi, dolls!
Happy Christmas Eve Eve!

Christmas time has to be my favourite out of the entire year and I always get super excited to celebrate it with my family. I wanted to do a blog post before Xmas and include my friends and their beautiful, creative festive looks! I hope these looks can give you some idea what look to go for this Xmas. As always, the order I place these is random and I love all of these looks, it's really hard to have a favourite when all of my friends are this talented!! 


Check out Julia's instagram for more of her looks!
@07julia12


Check out Anna's instagram for more of her looks!
@makeuplover02273


Check out Alexa's instagram for more of her looks!
@makeup_with_alexa


Check out Courtney's instagram for more of her looks!
@mrsmarvellousretro


Check out Shubh's instagram for more of her looks!
@makeupgeek_44


Check out Kiley's instagram for more of her looks!
@kiree14


Check out Lottie's instagram for more of her looks!
@looks.by.lottie

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Which looks is your favourite so far? 
Make sure to check out all of their social medias for more looks!

 I wish you all a Merry Christmas and I'll be back before the year ends with another post! xo

Make sure to follow my blog if you haven't already by simply clicking HERE.
Love, Olivia xo
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