I am a huge fan of EcoTools, not only for their 100% cruelty free nature but also the fact that the quality and feel of the incredibly soft bristles made of synthetic taklon make for such amazing brushes.  I have built up quite a collection and have to admit my brushes only get better over time.  They do not loose their softness and they hold makeup so well.  Below are some new brushes that Eco Tools have recently released.  Another great attractive feature is the price points, brushes start from as little at £3.00 per brush which I think is amazing!!

New Deluxe Fan Brush

Retractable Foundation Brush

Domed Bronzer Brush

 Foam Applicator

Eco Tools are available online and from Boots.  Do you own any brushes from EcoTools.. if so, what do you think of them?

* The above brushes were a PR sample

Origins announce the launch of their new GinZing Energy-Boosting Moisturizer.  Derived from coffee beans the formula is said to be light, hydrating and leaves skin feeling healthy, plump with a vibrant glow

Origins GinZing Energy-boosting moisturizer will be available exclusively at Boots from June,

priced at £23 (50ml).

Hershesons launches the new clip in fishtail plait hairpiece.

The pre-styled hairpiece is 22 inches long and priced £60 available at hershesons.com or at any Hershesons Blowdry Bar now.

I’m excited to try this because lord knows I cannot do a fishtail plait to save my life!! If you love the look of the plait but like me have difficulty executing the perfect one, then Hershesons is the place for you.

CHANEL introduces LES BEIGES,  a healthy glow sheer finishing powder available in a selection of shades.  It provides a light weight set, keeps your foundation fresh and adds a lovely spring glow to your complexion.

LES BEIGES is an antioxidant powder which helps to shield skin from sunlight and environmental stress.  It is enriched with white rose plant cells and cotton flowers and is gentle enough for all skin types and even the most sensitive apparently.

The new LES BEIGES Healthy Glow Sheer Powder features the iconic CHANEL compact powder case but for the first time ever is dressed in beige.  The mirror is large and also included is a half moon shaped brush which is made of 100% natural hair.

I’m really enjoying using it, its a perfect on the go powder that provides just the right coverage on its own and is also a great setting powder for your foundation.  Another great way of using this is to contour, use a darker colour as a bronzer and to contour your cheek bones for that extra pop!

LES BEIGES HEALTHY GLOW SHEER POWDER SPF 15 £38.00 Available.. well practically everywhere!

Have you tried the new LES BEIGES Healthy Glow Sheer Powder?

If you contract the virus for the first time, chances are it will be very painful and perhaps embarrassing to walk around with. Waiting for the sores to clear up naturally will not be a welcome option. If you don’t want the sores to interfere with your professional and social lives, there are some over the counter treatments available.

Creams

There are a number of cold sore creams that will help clear up the symptoms of the virus within a few days of regular application. There is no cure for the herpes virus and any medicine will only help to sooth the symptoms, similar to a cold. This means if you have had the virus, it is likely to reoccur when you have direct contact with others that have the virus.

Even though cold sores are not always spread via sexual contact, there is a sexually transmitted strain of the virus that can be contracted from sexual contact with someone with the virus. This strain is often more aggressive and will need to be treated by stronger anti-viral medication by your doctor.

The strain that is spread from sexual contact is also highly contagious and manifests itself as sores either on the lips or the genitals. The sexually transmitted virus can manifest on the lips if oral sex is performed on a partner that has the virus.

Lack of symptoms

Some people can have the herpes simplex virus without displaying symptoms. The virus can remain dormant in hosts that have low susceptibility to it. It is common sense not to have sexual intercourse with or perform oral sex on someone who is displaying symptoms of the virus but it is also important for both you and your partner have a full sexual health screening before engaging in sexual activity. Sexual screenings are available at your local GUM health clinics and testing and treatments for conditions such as this are free under the NHS.

Olay has announced the launch of the new Regenerist Advanced Anti-Ageing CC Cream SPF15.  An all in one complexion corrector which is a serum and foundation to promote even skin tone.  Products are formulated with ingredients including the Olay amino-peptide complex and ingredients such as pro-vitamin B5 and glycerin. Olay Regenerist Advanced Anti-Ageing CC Cream SPF15 will be exclusive to Boots stores and Boots.com from 1 May, priced £24.99. www.olay.co.uk

Liz Earle has announced the launch of its third fine fragrance. Botanical Essence No. 100.

Top notes include: Damask rose, orange flower and Indian jasmine

Middle notes: Cypress, sandalwood and Bourbon vanilla

Base notes: Mandarin and bergamot

Available now and priced at £47 for a 50ml bottle.

With top notes of lemon and green apple the new Body Tender is a gorgeously light, fresh and airy spring fragrance.  A great everyday scent with an average staying power of around 6-7 hours which for a light perfume I think is amazing.

I absolutely love the visuals to this campaign and think Cara Delevigne was such a good choice to be the face.  She really does sell the simplicity of the perfume very well.  An all round thumbs up from me

Have you tried the new ‘Body Tender by Burberry’, if so what did you think?

Escada Cherry in the Air is a lovely day fragrance with top notes of black cherry, raspberry and mandarin, mid notes of coconut and vanilla.  There is also hints of sandalwood, oak and white suede which really balances out the sweetness of this perfume.  The scent is extremely sweet at first but once it has connected with your skin it really does die down and leaves a lovely refreshing scent that lasts the day.

Have you tried Escada Cherry in the Air, if so what did you think?

priced £25 upwards depending on size.

Hope you like, it was a lovely day and we got some real good shots! Big congrats to the Lippies and Louise you looked absolutely stunning!!