1 - @makeup_byaxo

2 - @makeup_collector11

3 - @clair_de_lune722

4 - @07julia12

5 - @makeuplover02273

6 - @mrsmarvellousretro

7 - @makeupgeek_44

8 - @kiree14

9 - @idamyrevik

10 - @elouisa.oliver 

Escentual was established in 2000 and they are one of the UK's leading online beauty retailers. Escentual's Perfume Blind Trial is the perfect way to try before you buy, and experience something different. Fun and interactive, you get to test and explode 8 sample-sized scents, and the cost is fully redeemable in Pretty Pennies - meaning you get £19.95 (the value of the box) off the total of your favourite fragrance from the website. 

There is a new box every month with a different theme - you can pre-order boxes and wait for them to arrive at the beginning of each month. Each box includes 8 x 2ml mystery fragrance sample and an exclusive invitation to the #EscentualScents Facebook group. That's the place where all the reveals take places - there's always two Facebook lives where the mystery samples get revealed and we find out all the fragrance names. I understand it might be frustrating to wait for a fragrance to get revealed especially if we really start to like it but think about it this way - the longer you wait, the more time you get to learn the notes and try to figure it out yourself. Also, as the Facebook group member, you get to discuss the samples with other members, and who knows, maybe even figure it out before the reveal day!

I was actually lucky to be gifted my first ever Blind Trial box in July and I've been a member ever since. I'm currently on my third discovery set and I am honestly enjoying it so much. Not only do I get to try 8 different fragrances every month but I also get to learn so much about different notes and fragrance categories. 

Solar fragrances refer to perfumes that possess a sunny disposition. According to Thomas, AKA The Candy Perfume Boy, these are the fragrances that play with light and exude a warm brilliance that is entirely modern. 

The following fragrances were revealed in the Solar Discovery box:

A - ALIEN by Thierry Mugler

B - RISING SUN by Shiseido

C - PRODIGIEUX LE PARFUM by Nuxe

D - OLYMPIA by Paco Rabanne 

E - SONGES by Annick Goutal

F - 4711 ORIGINAL 

G - COLONIA by Acqua di Parma

H - LIBRE INTENSE by YSL

I enjoyed the fragrances picked for the Solar box. The two I guessed before the reveal were Alien by Thierry Mugler (classic) and Libre Intense by YSL. My favourite is 4711 Original Eau de Cologne Splash which is actually a cult classic created in 1792 (!). Almost 200 years after, the juicy nuances of the fragrances have remained the same. It's currently available to purchase on Escentual's website for only £8.80 for 30ml. 

The following fragrances were revealed in the Aquatic Discovery box:

A - COOL WATER MAN by Davidoff

B - L'EAU D'ISSEY POUR HOMME by Issey Miyake

C - L'EAU D'ISSEY by Issey Miyake

D - L'EAU MAGNETIC by Miller Harris

E - CLOUD by Ariana Grande

F - GLOW by JLo

G - LE BEAU by Jean Paul Gaultier 

H - EXPLORER ULTRA BLUE by Montblanc

August's Aquatic box was very fun to test, especially when I smelled E for the first time and realised it's one of my favourite fragrances out there - Cloud by Ariana Grande. In my opinion, it's a really good and affordable dupe for Baccarat Rouge 540! I also enjoyed Glow by JLo, I didn't think I would like it as much as I do now. 

Scentaddict is a monthly fragrance subscription by The Fragrance Shop. For only £12/$16 a month, you get to try 8ml of your chosen fragrance, packed in the cutest travel atomiser that comes in pink or black. There is almost 500 fragrances to pick from every month and you can stop your subscription at any time. All subscribers also receive £12 off any full-sized bottle.

My pick for September is Soleil Blanc by Tom Ford. It's an amber floral fragrance for both men and women. It has top notes of pistachio, bergamot, cardamom and pink pepper; middle notes of tuberose, ylang-ylang and jasmine; base notes of coconut, amber, Tonka Bean and benzoin. It's a gorgeous unisex summer scent and I'll be doing a full review of this beautiful fragrance very soon.

You can also complete a fragrance quiz, which will advise you on what fragrance you should try next based on your current favourites. I think the quiz is fun to participate in even if you're not going to sign up for the subscription because it will introduce you to fragrances you might not even thought of trying before.

I am so happy I was able to try out the Scentaddict membership. As you already know, I love trying out fragrances as often as I can and it's not always possible as they can be quite expensive. If you've been wanting to try out different fragrances without having to buy full bottles - then this is something you should definitely check out. It's the best way of trying different scents before deciding which one to buy.  Plus, you don't lose money as the £12 you pay towards the subscription can be later used to buy your chosen fragrance. 

Let me know what are your thoughts on Scentaddict. Is it something you'd be interesting in? What's a fragrance you'd love to try out next? Leave me a comment down below! xo

 

RoC has been revolutionising skincare since 1957 when Dr. Jean-Charles Lissarrague, a French pharmacist at the Rogé Cavaillès pharmacy, created the first hypoallergenic skincare formulations. Dr. Lissarrague believed in innovative skincare solutions, based on science, to help women look and feel their best at every age. This has been the foundational philosophy at RoC for more than 60 years now. 

Every RoC product is scientifically crafted and tested to ensure the highest quality. 

RoC's gel cleanser is designed to deliver an instant glow, dissolve dirt and oils, and leave skin smooth and refreshed after a single use. The invigorating citrus-scented cleanser contains brightening ingredients including Vitamin C, Potent Fruit Extracts and Glycolic Acid. 

After trying out this cleanser for the first time, I've immediately noticed it doesn't dry out my skin and leaves it feeling soft, smooth and refreshed. It's gentle and although it has some added fragrance, it didn't irritate my sensitive skin. I'm looking forward to continue using this cleanser, especially because RoC's products provide anti-aging properties. Plus, the added citrus-scent is really minimal and enjoyable! 

RoC's Revive and Glow serum is clinically proven to deliver instant luminosity. This lightweight serum gives fatigued skin the daily dose of RoC Vitamin C it needs to maximise luminosity and reveal a visibly tighter, brighter and more even complexion.

I really like the fact this serum absorbs really quickly onto your skin and doesn't leave it feeling all greasy. Similarly to the cleanser, it also has a nice scent added to the formula which is very enjoyable. I haven't tested this product for long enough to see the long-term results, but I will definitely do an updated review on it. However, I have to admit it added instant luminosity to my face and I'm looking forward to continue using this range for the next 4 weeks as recommended to see the full results.