November Favorites

Flora by Gucci Gorgeous Gardenia

This perfume is quite simply, as the name states gorgeous.  Ever since I purchased it a few months ago it has become my HG fragrance. It somehow manages to smell young and feminine and yet still age appropriate all at the same time. I was also pleasantly surprised by how long lasting this is for a floral perfume. I have applied it in the morning before leaving for work, only to have my boyfriend comment how nice I smell when I meet him getting off the train at night. I hope Gucci never discontinues this fragrance!

Kate Somerville Nourish Daily Moisturizer

This moisturizer has a lovely gel- like texture that sinks into the skin without being at all sticky or tacky. It adequately moisturizes my combo skin without turning it into an oil slick by morning. It also has a lovely, unoffensive scent and the pump style packaging is much more sanitary than traditional jar moisturizers. I have also worn this under my makeup on occasion when my skin was feeling particularly dry, and had no problems with extra oil buildup or patchiness.

Origins GinZing Eye Cream

This is a wonderful simple eye cream. It is not meant to be overly hydrating or anti-aging, but it suits my needs perfectly. All I really need is a light moisturizer to smooth down under my concealer during the day, and one that will help hide the appearance of dark circles. Origins GinZing is just that! It contains mica that helps reflect light and diminish the appearance of dark circles, as well as caffeine that helps to stimulate blood circulation and tighten puffiness under the eyes. I think this is the ideal product for those in their early to late twenties. 

Bumble and bumble Brilliantine

This has to be hands down my favorite product from the Bumble and bumble hair care line. As it says on the packaging, what exactly this styling cream does is "unique and hard to define." This little golden tube seems to be a hybrid shine enhancer/ smoother/ volumizer/ texturizer. Regardless of if I wear my hair wavy or straight, I have been applying this cream religiously as a finishing product ever since I purchased it during Sephora's last VIB sale. This product manages to give my hair a little "oomph" it was missing before. A tiny amount gives any style a little more sheen, body and movement.

NARS Blush in Madly

I have not reached for a single other cheek product since purchasing this blush. Not only does this golden rose color help to contour my face, but it also imparts a bronzed radiance to the skin. For a full review with swatches, please click here!

Mac Fluidline in Macroviolet

This was a happy rediscovery for me in November. Feeling bored with my usual black liquid liner, I decided to pull this little baby out and have been loving the effect ever since. It does a great job of defining the eyes without being as harsh as traditional black liner. The subtle golden plum color really lights up green eyes and works wonderfully with many smokey looks. I believe the Fluidline in Macroviolet will also be promoted in the next MAC Collection, Taste Temptation.

What were your favorite products in November? Hope you are all looking forward to a beautiful December and Holiday season!

Lots of Love,

Louise