Products the bd team tested (and loved) this week.
If you like a clean, crisp masculine scent, you need to get your hands on the Molton Brown body lotion. As well as doing a good job hydrating the skin, the drawcard for me is the amazing woody fragrance - I'm telling you, it's absolutely addictive! Combining ginseng root with essential oils geranium, cinnamon and juniper, this lively little number not only packs a punch in the fragrance stakes, but it energises the skin and is really uplifting to wear. A definite must-have for me. – Michelle
Bourjois Queen Attitude Khol Kajal
While I tend to shy away from eyeshadow on a day-to-day basis (due mostly to the fact I never seem to get it right), when it comes to eyeliner, you’d be hard pressed to find me not wearing any. This love affair has seen me try every new version of eyeliner thrown my way – from pens, to pencils, to pots… and now this Bourjois Kohl bullet. Dispensing similarly to a lipstick, the crayon-like tip winds in and out by twisting the end. The product feels really soft on your eyes and has a waxy, powdery finish. If a dramatic smokey eye look is what you’re after, this pencil is the perfect apparatus. - Yelena
Diorskin Nude Fluid and Compact
This foundation is everything you want in a make-up base. It has the perfect amount of coverage and leaves the skin smooth and radiant. It can look dewy by applying the Nude Foundation alone, or mattified by applying the Nude Compact on top. I personally like using the compact and fluid together - it finishes off the look and smooths away any unevenness and blemishes. Keeping foundation in place for a full 12 hours at least, the liquid and powder both blend evenly and easily and the colour match is spot on. Buff the powder over the skin for a smooth and radiant complexion. The luxurious packaging makes me feel a little spoilt each time I use it, and the compliments I receive on how my skin looks has added to my love for the duo. - Liz
Avon Anew Aqua Youth Moisturising Day Lotion
In your 20s, you're constantly told that you need to take preventative measures towards ageing NOW, NOW, NOW. But clear, simple products designed for anti-ageing in this demographic are hard to come across. That's why I found myself incredibly excited at the launch of Avon's Anew Aqua Youth range, which is specially formulated for young, but dehydrated skin. I've been trying the Moisturising Day Lotion for two weeks now, and have noticed my skin is significantly more hydrated. The formula isn't too thick, so easily absorbs into my skin, plus it has an SPF of 15 so I know I'm protected from the sun (essential now that it's warming up!) – Lucy
Davines LOVE Smooth Shampoo and Conditioner
The saying never judge a book by its cover” certainly rings true with this product. The packaging is a true representation of the brand’s philosophy, which is to impact the environment as little as possible. While the product may not look flashy, it certainly delivers results. After my first use, my hair felt instantly nourished, frizz-free and silky smooth. The product has a grapefruit scent which is invigorating and uplifting – the perfect start to the morning. My friend has also been using this product for some time and has noticeably thicker and healthier hair… fingers crossed the same will soon be said for mine! - Bree
