Review: Pantene Pro-V Micellar Purify and Nourish Shampoo and Conditioners

My experience of Lancome Custom made Foundation at Harrods



This is a new concept that Lancome have started in the UK exclusively at Harrods.

This has become very popular and you have to call to book an appointment at the Lancome counter at Harrods. I booked an appointment and was very excited as I find it difficult to find an exact match for my skin tone as many people who have an olive/dark skin tone may do.

When I arrived at the appointment the make up artist started by removing all my make up and discussing my skin type with me and how much coverage I would like from my foundation. My skin is normal and I wanted a medium coverage but buildable foundation, which is exactly what she put into the system.

She then used a device to match up the correct colour for the custom made foundation, she asked me exactly where I wanted the foundation to be matched up to. I had the foundation matched up to my neck, jawline and forehead. This information is then processed into the system and a unique shade is chosen for you.

The make up artist then puts an empty bottle into a machine, which drops pigments into the bottle, this consists of black, red, white, yellow, moisturiser and thinner, which is what is used to create the perfect shade.


At first only a small amount is made so that it can be tested on your skin and to make sure that you are happy with the match.

The foundation is then placed into a mixing machine, which mixes all the pigments together to blend together the perfect shade, this is then tried on one side of the face and if you are happy with the match the rest of the bottle is filled. She then prints a sticker with your details and puts it onto the bottle and the back of the box so that you can have some more made if you need to.

I loved the way the foundation was presented in a white bottle with my name and unique shade id. I really enjoyed this experience and think its a really good idea, it is expensive but really worth the money if you want the perfect match.

Overall I can say I would recommend this to anyone who struggles with foundation shades or just in the market for a new foundation and doesn't mind spending the money. The overall experience is really good, however when the make up artist applied the foundation in Harrods I wasn't sure as I'm always happier when I apply my foundation myself at home with my own tools. At first when she applied it I thought it was too dark but soon I applied it myself at home I was so happy with the shade and the formula. The foundation looks dewy and is a very good coverage and is defiantly buildable to a fuller coverage.

I can say I would do this again in the winter to get my perfect winter foundation. Have you tried it? or going to try it? Let me know your thoughts in the comments below.

Be Younique xxx

Review: Rodial Super Acids Exfoliating Pads (50 pads)
50 pads for £45, but currently £19 for 50 pads - LINK

I have been using these as apart of my nighttime skin care routine for about a year now and they have made a massive difference to the appearance of my skin, its texture and the appearance of pores. I love the convenience of these pads as they are pre soaked, easy to use and give me amazing results.

These are great for taking away excess oil, dirt and any make up left over after cleansing. They are deep cleansing, shrink the appearance of pores and refine the texture of the skin. You will see clarity in the skin straight after a few uses and your skin will look more refreshed.

They also have Biotilys in them, which helps to protect the skin from daily aggressions and it boasts hydration. The pads don't dry your skin out but makes it feel clean, refreshed and hydrated, this is because of the Biotilys probiotic technology. They made my pores look smaller, skin look refined, my skin tone looks more even and looks more hydrated and plump. As I use these in the evening I wake up and my skin feels soft, smooth and looks more radiant as well.

Rodial recommend that you use the pads twice a day, but because I'm a product junkie and love using different products I only use the in my night time routine. I use one pad after removing my make up in the evening and before applying any of my night time routine products. The pad is a good size and is very well soaked with the exfoliating serum. One pad is enough for the entire face and neck, I then use anything left on the pad and go over the backs of my hands. If you have a smaller face and want these to last longer then you can cut one pad in half and just use one half each application, this will give you 100 uses instead of 50.

I would defiantly recommend these to anyone who wants soft, smooth, radiant skin with smaller looking pores. Its great for someone who has acne as it gently exfoliates the skin rather than an aggressive exfoliator. Give them ago as they are less than have price at the moment, use the link above!

As mentioned before I love the Super Acids range from Rodial and have used every single product from it and they are all amazing! Please check out my previous post on the Rodial spf30 moisturiser.

If you want me to review anything else from the Rodial range or anything else please comment below.

£65 for 30ml- LINK

If you want a luxurious night cream/oil this is what you need to treat yourself to, it does exactly what it say on the tin. If you are afraid of using an oil on your skin, this is a great alternative as it feels like a cream but has the benefits of an oil. This luxurious cream has some amazing ingredients,essential oils from 8 flowers, which carry some amazing benefits. 
- Patchouli - helps to firm and tone the skin
- Jasmine - helps improve the elasticity of the skin
- Neroli - helps to improve suppleness of the skin
- Immortelle and Rose - helps to promote radiance and restores skins healthy glow
- Ylang Ylang - regenerates the skin and helps to maintain moisture and oil balance
- Lavender and Iris - helps to calm, rebalance and heal the skin

I can say that all the above is true as I have been using this for about 6 months now and can say its amazing. It has a really luxurious and buttery texture, which starts off as a cream and turns into an oil as you massage it into the skin and smells amazing. You get all the benefits of an oil in a cream formula, its more like a balm consistency rather than an average moisturiser. 

I really enjoy using this as a part of my night time skincare routine, it almost makes me feel like I am at a spa because of the luxurious smell and feel of the cream. I sometimes find my self putting my palms to my face and taking a deep breath, which feels so relaxing, the smell of the cream really helps me to relax and unwind. I use this every night instead of an oil in the evening after cleansing, serum and eye cream. I find in the morning my skin is glowing and feels very hydrated. 

Im nearly at the end of my jar, which is makes me sad but could you recommend any other creams or oils that are nice to use in the evenings? please comment below. 

Be Younique xxx

Review: Rodial Super Acids X-treme Dark Spot Sun Filter SPF 30- LINK 

A good SPF is really difficult to find, specially for darker skin tones as they always leave a white cast over the skin, which makes you look slightly grey. I came across this during one of my many visits to Space NK and now I can't stop using it! This product has many benefits and thats why I like it so much. It is great for people with pigmentation as it helps to lighten these over time (recommended a minimum of 30 days) and when applied it also helps to blur out imperfections and your skin looks one tone as well as brighter. In addition it can be used as a moisturiser and as sun protection in one rather than using two different products. 

This product has some great ingredients, which have some amazing benefits;
- 'Chromabright'- Lightens dark spots and helps to even out skin tone and helps to prevent further sun damage. This is great for someone who suffers from pigmentation either just in general or from sun damage.
- 'Aquaxyl'- This provides long lasting moisturisation and helps to blur out fine lines and wrinkles and also helps to mattify any shine. The formula is not greasy at all and make up looks great when applied over the moisturiser. 
- 'Biotilys'- This is made with probiotic technology, which helps to strengthen and protect the skin from daily stress. Working in an office with air cons can put a lot of stress on your skin so this helps to protect your skin from that. 

The consistency of this moisturiser is very light and non greasy, it absorbs into the skin easily without having to rub it in too much. The SPF doesn't leave a white cast and make up goes on really nice over the top. I use two pumps in the morning as part my skincare routine and I top it up if I need to during the day. I love that this comes in a pump tube its so easy to use like this and isn't open to getting bacteria in it like when you have to dip your fingers into jars. 

This is part of the super acids range that Rodial do and I can say that every product in the range is amazing, reasonably priced and works wonders. 

Can you recommend any other SPF's? please leave them in the comments below...

Be Younique xxx

Review: Dr Dennis Gross Eye Cream with Retinol


£56 for 15ml- LINK 

I have been using this eye cream religiously for just over 6 months now and can say it is truly amazing, this includes 3/4 months of hardly any sleep due to having a baby! It has viably brightened my eye area and also helped with the circles, which I now have due to lack of sleep! The eye cream has glycol and retinol which helps to lighten circles and brighten the eye area, it also helps to soften fine lines and wrinkles as the acids in the eye cream penetrate deep into the eye area. 

This can be used around the eye area, but not on the lids as it will be too heavy, for the eye lids use the Dr Dennis Gross eye serum first (review). The serum can also be applied over the entire eye area and then the cream over the top, use the eye cream around the orbital bone area, which is the bone from the bridge of the nose and out and around the brow bone. The cream should be used after cleansing and toning but before applying your face serum. 

The eye cream works well under eye make up as it is not sticky or thick, it easily absorbs into the skin and shows immediate effect, without irritating your eyes. As the eye cream softens fine lines and wrinkles, concealer sits well under the eyes without creasing or looking dry as the eye cream is very hydrating. 

The only negative I can point out is that I would prefer it to be in a pump bottle like the serum as I don't like dipping my fingers into jars as the product is then exposed to bacteria and these can then spread into the eye area. 

If you have any other recommendations for eye creams please leave them in the comments below. 

Be Younique xxx