Nars Pure Radiant Tinted Moisturiser Review

Pure Radiant Tinted Moisturiser, Nars, £29

With the on set of Spring here in the UK I was keen to switch up my beauty look 

and lighten the load on my skin when it came to coverage. I've never been one for

 tinted moisturisers as my uneven skin tone often demands a heavier coverage. 

However, when I saw my ultimate beauty guru, Kate, raving on about the Nars tinted 

moisturiser on her blog and I decided  to bite the bullet and give it a try.

I made the purchase at Harvey Nichols Beauty Bazaar in Liverpool after 

chatting to the lady on the counter about the product. She colour matched me to 

Finland which is one of their lightest shades. I opted for this tinted moisturiser as the 

coverage can be built up, meaning I can apply more to cover any areas that 

need a little extra love.

I have been using this product on a daily basis for almost two weeks now and I certainly
 do love it. This complexion perfecting fluid has both anti-ageing and skin perfecting
 benefits, and the high SPF is also pretty appealing as it helps to protect against
the elements. Personally I would only use this for day to day use as I would prefer
something a little more matte for an evening look.

I use the Real Techniques Expert Face Brush to apply this base as I love the way it
buffs into the skin. Once I've applied it evenly I'm left with an even skin tone and a
 fresh, healthy glow which is perfect for Spring.As far as tinted moisturisers go this
offering from Nars is the crème de la crème.

Do you opt for a lighter base for spring/summer? What do you use?

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Illamasqua Hyrda Veil

Hydra Veil, Illamasqua, £27

Illamasqua are a company that have a very special place in my heart. They are daring, bold and 

embrace women's flaws and imperfections 

When they released Hyrda Veil back in June, 2013 I was eager to give it a go as the product was unlike 

any I had ever seen before. Illamasqua describe Hydra Veil as being a 'cosmetic-care product'. 

But what is cosmetic care? Well I guess it is a product that helps give both your skin and make up 

a lasting and gorgeous finish.

When you first open a pot of Hyrda Veil it looks completely smooth and almost like a runny liquid,

 but to the touch it has more of a thick, jelly consistency. A 5p sized blob of Hydra Veil is more

 than enough to cover the whole face, which means that this 30ml pot actually lasts for quite a long time. 

For me this re-hydrating gel works great as a base for my foundation, although Illamasqua 

make it clear that this is not a primer. Hydra Veil is not necessarily a skin care product but as it contains 

glycerin it does have some lovely softening properties. The hydrating aspect of this product

 helps to smooth the skins appearance and allows foundation to glide on.

I have had this product for around 6 months now and, although it is not one of my every day

 products, I still have plenty left. When going on a night out or to a special event I always make

sure I pop Hydra Veil on after my moisturiser and before my foundation as it has serious lasting 

power. Will I be repurchasing? Absolutely! But only once the pot has finally ran out.

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