Fashion Done Your Own Way by Molly Dutton much about what products are best for such occasions; knowledge that I, of course, must share with you all.
Holiday season is on the horizon and with that comes the wonderful fun of picking out your favourite products to take on your travels. Beauty has always been a favourite topic of mine and nothing excites me more than a browse around the shops as soon as that holiday confirmation lands in my inbox. Whilst the last two years have seen a rise in British summer holidays, more and more brits are taking to the skies and enjoying that freedom that we’ve all missed so much. Don’t get me wrong, I absolutely love a trip to the beautiful destinations that this country has to offer, and I will absolutely be embarking on a few staycations this season, however nothing gets me more excited than the feeling of warmth hitting my face as I step off the plane. I have been extremely lucky with my adventures already this year and I hope to enjoy them even more now that I have the freedom as a “grownup” (I use that term loosely) to explore even further. One of the many exciting factors of travelling is the packing. I know that many of you may see it as an additional stress on top of all the other arrangements that must be made before going abroad, but I try to see it as an adventure in itself. This year, in the build-up to my own summer holidays, I have been researching some of the top beauty products to get me prepared and I would love to share them with you. One of the fantastic things about living in London and getting experience in the fashion and beauty world, is that I have learnt so 30 CARDIFF TIMES
As some of you may know, I am quite an avid fake tanner (much to the dismay of my dad), however I have very much toned my tanning activities down in recent years (half a bottle is no longer the aim). I think the older I’ve got, the less desire I have to lather layers and layers of tan on every week, mostly because I really can’t be bothered! On occasion, I will use the trusty tanning mousse to give myself that quick fix of sun-kissed skin, but these days I lean more towards a more natural option. The Dove gradual tanning lotion is the natural and easy equivalent to the mousses; it develops slowly and can be applied every day or once a week depending on the shade you wish to achieve. I tend to pop some on after every shower and after a couple of days, my skin appears glowy and healthy. One thing that never goes out of fashion in my eyes is SPF. With the rise of sunbeds and tanning oils, it is so important to remember to protect your skin because no tan is worth sacrificing your health for. I will openly admit that I could do so much more to protect my skin, especially in warm weather, so I have recently tried the ‘Hello Sunday: The Everyday One’ moisturiser, which contains factor 50 without the greasy residue of sunscreen. This product is slightly steeper than your average sunscreen at around sixteen pounds, but it is heaven in a bottle. The consistency is very light and creamy and leaves your skin feeling moisturised for hours. It really is worth the investment in my opinion, and I usually avoid the pricier products if I can. Another product that has caught my eye this month is the Bali Body highlighter; a highlighter designed for your body rather than your face. This seemed like a strange concept to me at first, but then I witnessed first-hand the shine it gives your skin after application. I would say that this goes beyond just the ‘holiday essentials’, however if you fancy a little treat,
