Nothing beats having that natural sun-kissed glow in Summer, but when it's slightly chillier and the sun is nowhere in sight is when it's time to pull out the three step regime that helps fake it...
1. The Gradual Glow
For an olive bronzed glow overnight nothing works as much magic as Xen Tan Dark Lotion Absolute Luxe. The best part about is it keep your skin moisturised and it will last you the majority of seven days.
2. The Fast Fix
A quick fix for an foolproof instant glow is This Works Perfect Legs Skin Miracle. Nothing too orange or in yer face, just the perfect hint of a tan with a little added shimmer. (Without leaving your hands stained orange too!)
For extra enhancement St Tropez Skin Illuminator in Gold applied into collarbones, down the centre of arms and legs to add that extra somethin' somethin' and healthy pop.
3. The Face Solutions
First up are the glowing makeup bases, Becca Shimmering Skin Perfector takes the cake for being the lightest, finely shimmered, blend-able glow that's hardly detectable. The shade Moonstone adds a touch of warmth, especially when used as a base before foundation.
Coming up close second is Giorgio Armani Fluid Sheer Skin Illuminator which has been though many summers giving me the boost I need (sense the loved bottle). A real multi-tasker that works wonders mixed in with foundation for an all over luminosity or applied as a cheekbone highlight.
For something a bit more oily-skin friendly powders would be the way to go. Chanel's latest release Poudre Signé De Chanel Illuminating Powder, is perfect if you're after some subtle highlight. A gorgeous warm peach with a golden shimmer that illuminates and brightens.
On the other side of the highlighter spectrum there's Giella Eye M Glam the custom made highlighter for the highlighter queen herself, Kim Kardashian. A bolder, bronzer loose pigment that photographs beautifully.
Lastly for glowing lips Chantecaille's pinky peach gloss, Lucky is perfect. The golden shimmer running through it brighten and enhances lips giving a gorgeous glowing pout...
You look beautiful here!
ReplyDeleteI love a natural but glowy look!
Today I used a Maybelline BB Cream, Gentle Blush and Pearl Cream Colour Base from MAC :) x
Thank you! Have my eyes on that cream colour base :)
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ReplyDeletebeautiful post as always!Could you please tell me, which self-tanner you are using on you face?I'm always concerned which one I could put on my sensitive skin...Thanks!xxx Anna
Ah I don't use self tanner on my face - just bronzer! I find it breaks me out :( xx
DeleteI really need to get back into fake tan! Xen Tan was my go-to for years but in 2011 I fell in love with a real tan on holiday in Marrakesh, and unfortunatley I've never looked back.. I understand the dangers of sunbeds and really need to get over my addiction but nothing is more relaxing or warming after a day at the office (in the snow!) than ten minutes of vitamin D..
ReplyDeleteNeed to put myself on a self-imposed ban and finally try the Absoloute Luxe lotion.. I still have an un-used bottle in my cupboard!
Rachelle xo
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Ah you should try it! Nothing beats the actual sun though - don't blame you! x
DeleteYou are so beautiful! I am always jealous of your glow!
ReplyDeleteAw thank you Sandra! It's all the products - promise ;)
DeleteThat Chanel powder! want! need! xx
ReplyDeleteYou need!!!
DeleteI have always wanted to try this works products and the st. tropex luminators now i think i may just have to purchase them!
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You should they are lovely! xx
DeleteI'm so so pale so this is such a great post for me! Great tips :)
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Yay pleased you like it! xx
DeleteI need to try this X Ten. I am rubbish at applying fake tan. You look perfectly bronzed - I got either patchy or orange :( I need to take a step out of your book :)
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This came at the exact perfect time! My skin has been absolute dullsville for the last few weeks or so, and I have been struggling to make it look more luminous. Will definitely put some of your tips to good use! x
ReplyDeleteYay hope they help Amelia! Let me know!!
DeleteA subtle glow is so much more attractive than obvious fake tan! You look lovely here!
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DeleteYou look so beautiful and glowing! xxx
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I am always too scared I'll look orange or patchy. :(
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ah give it a go when you're not doing anything important ;) x
DeleteI love that you've mentioned that the Xen tan gives an 'olive' glow as I think it's sooo important to get a fake tan that's the right tone for your skin. I'm olive skinned as well and a lot of tans can come up quite pink on me and look unnatural. Ordering Xen tan as we speak :-)
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Yay!! Hope you like! Let me know! xx
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