Best of August 2018: Skincare, Beauty and Wellness
August has officially come to an end and so begins the phasing out of Summer. I hope your month has been beautiful and you have had the chance to savour every day. In this post I will be presenting the best of August 2018. This is a roundup of all the articles I have published over the past month in case you missed any, along with a few favourite product finds.
Best of August 2018: Product Finds
These are a few great products I have been loving over the month of August but have not yet had the opportunity to talk about in blog posts. For many more of my favourite products and recommendations, make sure to check out my previous blog posts.
Nars Radiant Creamy Concealer
I have only just been able to try this cult classic product after hearing about it for years. I purchased a mini size on a trip to Madrid a few weeks ago. The price has typically deferred me from trying it before, but when I saw the mini size I decided it was a good time to purchase it and try it out.
It provides excellent coverage, goes on smoothly and does not cake up excessively. It does not easily settle into the fine lines under my eyes like other typical radiant concealers tend to do. I use the shade ‘Custard’.
Lipstick Queen Frog Prince Lipstick
This alarmingly green lipstick is actually not green at all. It is in fact colour-adapting once applied. Kind of like the mood rings we had in the 90s. It applies as a sheer, rose-toned wash of colour that gradually intensifies. The shade is very natural and simply looks like your lips are healthy and hydrated. Whereas some lipsticks make it look as though you are wearing an obvious opaque layer of paint, this is a more “my lips but better” shade.
Simple Hydrating Gel Cream
I picked this up while it was on sale at Boots for around £3. Let me tell you it is fantastic! Typically formulas claiming they are for dry dehydrated skin are a little heavier so I was apprehensive about that. However, this moisturiser is completely light, non greasy, with a gel texture. I actually think it would work great for anyone with acne prone or even oily skin. It sinks in quickly and is still hydrating. Definitely worth the find.
Fenty Beauty Match Stix Shimmer Skinstick
Yacht Lyfe is a gorgeous pinky-peach with a shimmering finish. The sheen in this product is not overly glittery or obvious. Although many products in Fenty’s line are meant to be played up for full-face glam, I do like to play down intense colours for a more effortless effect. You can swipe this shade onto the cheeks for a glowy flush of colour or you can dial down the intensity to suit you.
On “no makeup” makeup days, it is a nice shade to pick up with your fingers then just pat onto the cheeks. After lip balm I will pat this into my lips and also like to sweep some on to my lids too. I find it just livens up the face and gives a more cohesive look.
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Tech Fave
Lastly, I have a random favourite. I have been travelling frequently and needed something that would protect my laptop but also make it look cute. I found this sparkling silver laptop case and it is so pretty. While it is very affordable, it is probably not the most sturdy in terms of security. It just makes me happy every time I look at it on my laptop. This is the exact seller I bought my laptop case from.
I did not want to be too overwhelming with a favourites overload of 50 products. So, this is just a few products I have been using and loving on a daily basis that I have not before mentioned in a previous blog post. In the future, I would be happy to dedicate entire blog posts to monthly favourites. But for now, I feel as though you will get a sense of my taste and the product I enjoy from my regular articles. I frequently recommend products and provide in depth reviews of many of the products I mention in my blog posts.
Best of August 2018 Blog Posts To Check Out
Skin Science
The Complete Guide to Hyaluronic Acid
Sun Damage and the effects of UV radiation
The Complete Guide to Salicylic Acid in Skincare
All About Vitamin C: Brighter, Firmer Skin
Natural Beauty & Wellness
Avocado Oil Benefits for Skin and Health
The Benefits of Rosehip Oil For Skin
The Only Natural Alternative To Retinol Clinically Proven By Science
Beauty and Skin Care Advice
How to Properly Layer Skincare Products
Top 10 Essential Tips To Keep Skin Healthy During Travel
Top Korean Skincare Products You Need To Try
9 Things You Must Consider Before You Start A New Skincare Routine
Sephora Skincare To Add To Your Shopping Cart
Self Development
The Importance of Inner Beauty and Mindset
How to Live Your Truth and Be Your Authentic Self
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Let me know the products or experiences that have been your Best of August 2018. What have you been loving this month?
Wishing you boundless love, endless light and life without limit,
Shannon xo
This post is not sponsored. All opinions are my own.