Since Summer is almost over *crying face* I thought I'd sum up what I've been loving this summer.
Make Up
So starting with the most important (I think anyway!), make up!
Photograph Source: Avon.com
I've recently tried a new Avon foundation and I've been very impressed with it. It is light but buildable coverage and feels light and refreshing on the skin. It seems more like a BB cream than a foundation to me as it is moisturising on the skin and is filled with vitamins and antioxidants. There is a good shade range available. I'm used to a foundation with medium to full coverage so was sceptical about this but it was perfect for the summer months. It has an SPF of 15. RRP £10.00 although I purchased promotional price of £5.50.
If you don't have an Avon rep local I suggest the Garnier BB Cream as it does pretty much the same job. Only two downsides 1) It is a very light coverage so if you're wanting a flawless complexion this maybe isn't for you, unless you were blessed with perfect skin already. 2) The shade range is only Light, Medium and Dark. As this is a BB cream and not foundation it's not designed to match your skin perfectly so can be too orange so I'd suggest going a shade lighter.
Haircare
Omg, I've fallen in love with Aussie hair care again.
Photograph Source: Boots.com
I just love the smell! For anyone who hadn't tried Aussie hair products yet, they smell like bubblegum. Everyone likes bubblegum, right!? I've been using the Aussie Miracle Shine Shampoo. I didn't buy the condition as I stocked up on Tresemme 900ml bottles when they were on offer. I seem to use more shampoo than conditioner somehow? But anyway, getting back to Aussie, I just love it purely for the smell. I haven't noticed my hair to be any shiner than usual, although I always thought it was condition that added shine not shampoo!? Let me know in the comments if I'm wrong about that. So overall it's nothing special other than it smells gorgeous and leaves my hair feeling fresh and clean. Job done! RRP £3.99
Skin Care
I pretty much love everything from Soap &Glory but this summer two products have stood out for me.
1) Orangeasm Body Wash.
First of all I love he name! Very clever and grown up I think. Most women like that kind of clever humour I think, do that was a cheeky marketing trick to get people intrigued enough to indulge this product. I like the smell of This body wash, it smells fresh and zesty but not over powering at all. (Could maybe have been a bit stronger I think). It lathers well and definitely makes you clean and moisturised after use. RRP £6.50
Photograph Source: Boots.com
2) S&G Sugar Crush Body Scrub.
Photograph Source: Boots.com
I've never really been one for body scrubs as they can be a bit rough on my dry sensitive skin but this one seems to work okay. I use it on them days where I want a good cleanse and exfoliate to feel squeaky clean. I also use it before I fake tan to ensure I start with a nice clean canvas. The reason why I particularly liked this for summer is the smell. It contains lime and brown sugar. Sounds odd but it they make a good combination. RRP £8.00
Palmers Cocoa Butter Formula Body Lotion
Photograph Source: Boots.com
This has been my go to product everyday throughout summer! Mainly because I was heavily pregnant this summer and wanted to keep those dreaded pesky stretch marks at bay and it worked! It just melts into the skin so you're not sitting there for half an hour trying to dry it into your skin. The smell is amazing! It smells so yummy, almost good enough to want to eat. (Or was that just my weird pregnancy hormones!? I'm not sure. *confused face*). Many brands sell shea coco butters so don't think you have to rush out and buy this brand. I know Vaseline also do this so if you're just looking for an everyday moisturiser and aren't looking to scare away stretch marks in sure any brand will do. RRP £4.15
Food
This is a difficult one as I love my food! I would say throughout summer I've enjoyed ice cream and ice pops the most. Swaying more towards ice pops as it was kind of a pregnancy craving of mine. They satisfied my need for something crunchy to get my teeth sunk into whilst keeping me hydrating on hot days where I felt like I was growing a baby whale inside of me *laughing face*. I also enjoyed a good BBQ in the garden with a nice light salads or wrap. Bit of alfresco dining pretending I'm holiday somewhere.
Drink
As I was pregnant for most of summer fruit juice was the only drink I could enjoy. Its like 5 for £3 so I went a bit crazy with it. Since giving birth in June I have had the occasional alcoholic beverage, this been either a Archers Peach Schnapps and Lemonade or a Kopparberg Mixed Fruits.
Clothing
Clothing wise I have loved shift tops and skater dresses. My saviour this summer has been sandals. My feet swelled so bad in the heat that I couldn't fit my feet into any else!
I hope you've enjoyed this post. I'd love to hear what you have loved this summer. Are any of your favourites the same as mine? Let me know as I love to hear from you.
CS xx
