12 Days of Giveaways - Day 6 - Josh Rosebrook

Day Six comes to us from Josh Rosebrook! One lucky winner anywhere in the world will win his entire skincare collection.
Entry is via Rafflecopter as always and you have to be in it to win it! ;)

Thank you Josh - LOVE IT!

joshrosebrook.com

(available in the UK via abeautifulworld.co.uk )


a Rafflecopter giveaway





*This post contains no affiliate links.
See my full disclaimer here: http://bit.ly/1rpEmSq The views expressed on this site are the author's own and are provided for informational purposes only. The author makes no warranties about the suitability of any product or treatment referenced or reviewed here for any person other than herself and any reliance placed on these reviews or references by you is done so solely at your own risk. Nothing on this site shall be construed as providing dermatological, medical or other such advice and you are always advised to seek the advice of a suitable professional should you have any such concerns.

Josh Rosebrook Herbal Infusion Oil

Describe the brand in three words.

Natural. American. White (packaging!)

What type of cleanser is it?

'3-in-1 Oil Cleanser'

Who is it for?

Everyone

What’s in it?

Olive Oil, Jojoba Oil, Sunflower Oil, Grape Seed Oil, Sesame Oil, Apricot Oil, Almond Oil, Calendula, Slippery Elm, Marshmallow Root, Bilberry, Neem, Alfalfa, Skullcap, Fennel, Chickweed, Ginkgo, Hawthorn Berry, Green Tea, Rosewood Essential Oil, Damask Rose Essential Oil, Rose Geranium Essential Oil

What's not in it?

Mineral oil

Possibly acne/allergy/troubling for some ingredients?

Essential oils

Suitable for pregnancy?

Yes

Natural? Organic? Man made? Vegan?

Organic, vegan

Tested on animals in home country/EU/sold in territories that advocate testing?

No/No/No

How does it smell?

Herbal. No pun intended. Nice herbal, not coriander (cilantro) filth.

How do you use it?
Apply to dry skin, massage in thoroughly, remove with warm, damp facecloth. Josh advocates dry cleansing, which is interesting, but would kill me (thank God I'm not dramatic).

First cleanse/second cleanse or AM cleanse?
This is a good cleanser ingredients-wise. I use second cleanse or AM cleanse, getting the full benefit.

Best for winter or summer?
Either.

Does it remove waterproof eye makeup?
Yes, but don't waste it on that.

How long did I test it for?
A few months, on and off.

How much is it? /Size
$44.00/£32.50 for 60ml

Works well with?
Anything. It's a cleanser.

What’s the website like?
Good. Lots of info, including ingredients.

How’s the distribution? Available freely or limited?
Limited distribution.

What’s good about it?
This is a lovely organic oil cleanser, that leaves the skin completely calm and soothed. It's anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-microbial and antibacterial and balances oil production, cleans up dirt and brightens the skin. It feels beautiful to use. If you like cleansing, if you like organic, and you like oils, this is bliss.

What’s not so good about it?
It's not the cheapest oil out there for the size, but it's entirely organic, and that doesn't come cheap. Use it as a morning cleanse to wake the skin up, not in the evenings to wash away makeup, it's too good for that.

Would I purchase/repurchase?
Yes. It's lovely.

Do you need it?
If you can afford it, yes. If not, stick with chemist alternatives.

Similar products?
Tata Harper Nourishing Oil Cleanser
MV Organics 9 Oil Cleansing Tonic
Sonya Dakar Buriti Cleanser


Josh Rosebrook Herbal Infusion Oil is £32.50 in the UK from abeautifulworld.co.uk and $44.00 from JoshRosebrook.com



*This post contains some affiliate links. If you are happy to click on them and support the blog, thank you very much. If you would rather not, just google the product. It's all good.
See my full disclaimer here: http://bit.ly/1rpEmSq
The views expressed on this site are the author's own and are provided for informational purposes only. The author makes no warranties about the suitability of any product or treatment referenced or reviewed here for any person other than herself and any reliance placed on these reviews or references by you is done so solely at your own risk. Nothing on this site shall be construed as providing dermatological, medical or other such advice and you are always advised to seek the advice of a suitable professional should you have any such concerns.

Instagram Update

Where does the time go? It's over a month since my last update and although it's been typically quiet in the beauty industry, I still have some lovely updates for those of you not on Insta. :)

I bought this from Amazon after seeing Trinny Woodall using it on her Facebook page. It's a slightly fancier version of the Body Shop roller.

This Jeunvie Balm was described as 'excellent, better than most I've used' by my eldest son, who has had severe eczema since he was born. He has tried everything on the market so that's a pretty solid claim. Outside of sunshine and salty sea water, this is one of the few things that seems to have genuinely helped.

Availabel from Jeunvie.co.uk

My current lifeline supplement-wise. Folate and Zinc from Solgar and Spatone to boost my iron levels. I'm a long-term anaemic and thus far, this is working better than Floradix and prescription folic acid. Thank you to those of you that recommended the changes.  

Alyson Walsh is the blogger behind the brilliant That's Not My Age - a site for over 40s who refuse to be told how to dress just because they (we) are not 20. Style Forever is a great read and available from Amazon.

Out next week are new additions to Estee Lauder's Re-Nutriv line, including Ultimate Lift Regenerating Youth Serum and Regenerating Youth Creme. Thus far: lush.

I found myself using these almost exclusively over the last few weeks. (The other lip products I used on holiday will be up later this week). Still available on Clarins.co.uk for £18.00.

Cornwall skincare was low-key:

De Mamiel Pure Calm Cleansing Dew

Dennis Gross Alpha Beta Gentle Peel Pads 

Josh Rosebrook Hydrating Accelerator 

MD Solar Sciences Daily Eye Repair Emulsion

May Lindstrom Youth Dew and Blue Cocoon

I took Chanel's La Solution 10 but it was empty after three pumps. GGRR. Next time I'll check the weight before I pack!

Maria Tash opened in Liberty and I've already been in twice. Addictive.

Saw my Mrs at the Gleam Summer Party, where the young'uns partied all night in hot tubs (really) and we drank tea/hot chocolate in the corner talking about what we'd been watching on telly. Much more fun. :)

I bought this hardback of Estee Lauder's 1985 book, A Success Story from a third party on Amazon, and it turned up autographed!! Thrilled doesn't come close. I got it from this seller who still has some left. When I emailed them to ask if they had anymore with signatures inside, they offered me a full refund in case I was 'unhappy that it was inscribed'! No matey, I was very happy. 

So summer is coming to a close, I'm shopping for school uniforms and planning Christmas. Before you know it I'll be watching Elf and wrapping presents.

Instagram Update

I know a lot of you aren't on Instagram (you should be, it's brilliant!). But: I spend so much time on there showing products and my routines that I thought I'd try and keep regular updates showing anything beauty-related on here also. I'll use it as a precursor to the reviews that follow the trialling. 

Clinique discontinued the Mild Clarifying Lotion and replaced it with the 1.0 Clarifying Lotion. Comparison coming on the blog this week.* It's still alcohol-free, don't panic.

Pixi showed their newness including the already-seen Glow Tonic To-Go and brand new Lash Nourish Makeup Remover Pads. 

I used up the goop eye cream and the Murad Hydro-Dynamic Ultimate Moisture*. The NeoStrata Smooth Surface Pads and Bionic Face Serum* also work brilliantly.

Hair:

Davines OI All in One Milk is beautiful. Nourishes, softens, smooths. Brilliant.

Bumble & Bumble Full Potential is to be used on the scalp to promote hair growth. So far so good.

Ouai Hair Oil is new but lush so far. I've loved everything I've tried from this brand.

Philip B Russian Amber Imperial Conditioning Creme is beyond prohibitively expensive, and once this one has gone I don't now if I can justify a new one, but for my knackered, broken hair from last year, I was willing to try anything. 

SHOW Beauty Working Texture Spray is awesomesauce and not new to any of you. Yes, I'm still using it. Probably always will.

Time Bomb Strike a Pose hairspray is new, but good.

Simple's new cleansing products coming soon. 

Omorovicza's beautiful Queen of Hungary Mist is out in a divine Limited Edition bottle.

Hourglass are releasing this insanely gorgeous Surreal Light Palette in time for Christmas. And yes, that is a marble design. 

Mask therapy in the form of:

• Bobbi Brown Instant Detox Mask* for a nice deep clean.
• Charlotte Tilbury's Goddess Skin Clay Mask* is softer and better for a slightly more delicate skin.
• Zelens PHA Pads are poly-hydroxy pads so allow products used after them, especially water-based ones, to absorb easily. Brilliant.
• Bobbi Brown Skin Nourish Mask* is soft, hydrating and the perfect nourishing mask to finish a Sunday facial. It's also clearly popular as it's sold out nearly everywhere.

My Spanish travel bag - skincare:

• Emma Hardie Moringa Balm Travel Size goes everywhere with me. Like a puppy. :)
• Josh Rosebrook Moisturizing Cleanser was the perfect size and thankfully, washed off well, because I forgot my flannels. *kill me now*
• Radical Skincare Age-Defying Exfoliating Pads are great at any time, but perfect for travel in the ziplock bag. 
• Josh Rosebrook Hydrating Accelerator* is really lovely. So much more than just a 'spritz'.
• Environ C-Quence Eye Gel is light, hydrates and absorbs well - which is ideal for humid conditions.
• Vintner's Daughter Active Botanical Serum is still one of my favourites. One-size-fits-all serum for all. A must-have.
• Dr Dennis Gross Skincare Firming Peptide Milk is super-lightweight and full of peptides and actives making it much more than a simple moisturising lotion.

Spanish SPF:

• Zelens Body Defence* was perfect for the trip. Light, absorbs immediately and worked. No burning for me.
• Kate Somerville Daily Deflector SPF50* is brilliant. I took it with me to Barcelona (work, not play) and use it on client's skin at the end of facials, post-peel.
• Phyto Phyto Plage Sun Oil is great - I've used it for years. 

Body travel bag for Spain:

• Hand Chemistry Hyaluronic Body Mist is the perfect moisturiser for hot climates. It almost disappears on contact and leaves you completely ready to get dressed with no stickiness.
• Sachajuan Hair Repair is one of the best hair conditioners/treatments I've ever used. Really, really, good. And this travel size was perfect for throwing in my case.
• Kerastase Resistance Ciment Thermique has been around for years, and I am still doing everything I can to help the breakage!
• Bumble & Bumble Full Potential as above.
• Studio Pro Lock It hairspray because bun hair needs all the help it can get in that humidity.

And yesterday's face!

• Environ C-Quence Eye Gel again 
• Beuti Beauty Sleep Elixir* - this contains 14 oils and is 98% organic for those of you obsessed with green. Loving it. 
• Kat Burki Vitamin C Intensive Face Cream - I'm loving this range. Literally everything I've used it fantastic.

*Reviews coming this week. ADDITION 29.07.16 - Sorry the reviews didn't happen this week, they are in order and next on the blog. When I can breathe.

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For absolute clarity: I do not use affiliate links on products belonging to brands that I work with on a professional basis.

FAVE FIVES: SPRITZS/HYDRATING TONERS

Hi All!

Spritzs/Hydrating Toners (liquid moisturisers) – with loads more in the planning. As I say in the video if you are on a budget, these are where you can save money. If not, crack on. I also forgot to take a picture for the thumbnail so we have that very attractive pic of me mid-flow LOL.

WHAT I’M WEARING:

J. CREW Save the Bees T-Shirt: http://bit.ly/29p0HNn

Swarovski Celestial Pierced Earrings: http://bit.ly/29J3u8o

Nails: OPI Let’s Be Friends Gel from Hello Kitty Collection: http://bit.ly/29q3X9U

Hourglass Ambient Light Correcting Primer in Mood Light: http://bit.ly/29pnskh

Bobbi Brown Nude Finish Tinted Moisturizer SPF 15 in Medium to Dark Tint (it’s not that dark, clearly): http://bit.ly/29nUkgE

Laura Mercier Candleglow Foundation in Buff: http://bit.ly/29nTG2T

Chantecaille HD Perfecting Powder: http://bit.ly/29p1lKx

Bronzer across forehead (my glow, basically): New CID I-Glow in Coral Crush (I will literally be buried wearing this): http://bit.ly/29nTIYJ

Used as Blush: Bobbi Brown Illuminating Bronzing Powder in Antigua (the perfect pink for me): http://bit.ly/29p1dL4

Brows: Benefit Precisely My Brow Pencil in 2: http://bit.ly/29nTJM1

Lips: Gwen Stefani for Urban Decay Lip Pencil in Firebird (lightly all over lip): http://bit.ly/29p1OMN

Pixi LipLift Max in Petal Ice (on top):
UK - http://bit.ly/29DBnrl
USA - http://bit.ly/29ofv2f

Products Discussed:

January Labs Restorative Skin Mist:
UK - http://bit.ly/29xxzDC
USA - http://bit.ly/29QvfMN

May Lindstrom The Jasmine Garden:
UK - http://bit.ly/29EylOW
USA - http://bit.ly/29QvBCW

Sjal Mineral Kalla Energy Tonic:
UK - http://bit.ly/29xxHCT
USA - http://bit.ly/1Ib4Jm0

Leahlani Bohemian Ruby Balancing Toner:
UK & USA - http://bit.ly/29FaKjr

Josh Rosebrook Hydrating Accelerator:
UK - http://bit.ly/29CM4op
USA - http://bit.ly/29EsLNB


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Caroline Hirons c/o
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caroline@gleamfutures.com  (skincare queries cannot be answered at this address)

I sometimes (not always) use affiliate links. If you are happy to click on the link and support this blog in that way, thank you very much. If you would prefer not to, just google the brand and the item, it's all cool. :)
For absolute clarity: I do not use affiliate links on products belonging to brands that I work with on a professional basis.
See my full disclaimer here:
http://bit.ly/1rpEmSq

The views expressed on this site are the author's own and are provided for informational purposes only. The author makes no warranties about the suitability of any product or treatment referenced or reviewed here for any person other than herself and any reliance placed on these reviews or references by you is done so solely at your own risk. Nothing on this site shall be construed as providing dermatological, medical or other such advice and you are always advised to seek the advice of a suitable professional should you have any such concerns.