Top Natural Skincare Range - Nude

'Nude' is a luxury British brand which is re-vamping the natural skincare market!!! They have pioneered the use of pre and probiotics in anti-ageing skincare, containing bioactives and probiotics which are clinically proven to work intelligently with the skin for visible results. The range is also free from parabens, sulphates, PEGs, TEA, DEA, propylene glycol, GMO, mineral oil and silicones, making is natural & suitable for even the most sensitive of skins.
The range is modern & sleek with simple but on trend packaging that will look great in any bathroom! The high end & award winning natural skincare is even a celebrity favourite with Helena Christenson a fan of the products!
The Background - "Nude is the brainchild of Bryan Meehan, the man attributed to making organic food sexy in the UK with his organic supermarkets Fresh & Wild. Bryan noticed his eco savvy, health conscious customers were reluctant to use natural skincare because it did not deliver the anti-ageing results they wanted. Bryan worked with brand muse Ali Hewson to create a high performance natural skincare range that delivers results, so women wouldn’t have to compromise"
The range includes
- The Award Winning cleanser and eye makeup remover in one, Cleansing Facial Oil
- The Miracle Mask that gives Helena Christensen her red carpet glow
- The Replenishing Night Oil who’s ingredients list reads like a Who’s Who of essential fatty acids
- The Advanced Eye Complex, winner of Elle US Best Eye Cream Award
- The Age Defence Moisturiser, clinically proven to reduce wrinkles by up to 63%

I tested out both the 'Cleansing Facial Oil' as well as the 'Age Defence Moisturiser'. The Cleansing Oil has a very light scent & is also gentle enough to use on the eye area where it will remove all traces of eye make-up quickly & easily, as a make-up artist this product works as a dream removing stubborn eyeliner & waterproof mascara straight away, saving precious time! What's more it doesn't leave an oily residue & with Omega 3 plus Vitamin E it cleanses deeply all over leaving the skin nourished as well as feeling soft & fresh! For best results warm between hands and massage onto dry face then apply warm water to form a light milk and rinse clean.

The 'Age Defence Moisturiser' (£52.85) was 3 years in the making & is a powerful moisturiser that will visibly reduce wrinkles, it contains a proven formula of orchid, milk peptides with hyaluronic acid (todays miracle worker in the battle against ageing!) to firm & tone as well, with the pre & pro biotics strengthen the skin's natural defence against premature ageing for younger looking skin. Independent clinical trials proved that it reduced wrinkles by 63% & it was recently described by The Beauty Bible as 'An outstanding, light but super-moisturising age-defying cream with bioactive milk peptides'. In my view this is definitely an outstanding product with effective ingredients that can really make difference to the surface of your skin, after using it myself I not only found that it was easily absorbed & non-greasy as well as hydrating but it also made a visible difference to the over all tone of my skin, I don't have many wrinkles yet but with the aid of this moisturiser I need never worry!!!
Available on line at Nude Skincare, also follow them on Twitter for the latest news.

Celebrity Skin Peel In A Pot!

Get yourself a celebrity skin peel in a tub at a fraction of the cost with Elemental Herbology Facial Glow Radiance Peel!! It is a skin-brightening radiance peel that exfoliates dead surface cells and creates a healthy, glowing complexion. Peels off the skin easily & painfree, leaving you with a fresh glowing complexion!
Contains orange peel, tangerine and papaya to remove dead skin cells and promote skin cell renewal. Sea salt and kelp to purify pores and help congested areas. Macadamia, olive and argan oil to provide the skin with essential fatty acids and reduce inflammation. Use once a week - £36.50

Super Anti-Ageing Cleanser - Power Berry Facial Wash

Super foods have been taking over lately & with all the great advice on how they can improve our health by bunging loads of them into our yogurt at breakfast or by drinking power smoothies, it was only matter of time before we were applying directly on to our faces! Hailed as revolutionary for the skin, the potent oils that are contained within some of these super berries such as acai, gogi, bilberry & blueberry have powerful antioxidants which work wonders for the skin, keeping it youthful & glowing! Neals Yard's new Power Berry Facial Wash is packed full of all this goodness to give a youthful surge to your skin, use morning & night to cleanse & you will find that your skin is instantly firmer & brighter. Also in the range is a moisturiser & face mask. £12.60

Help: Clear Skin - The New Solution to Problem Skin.

Just on the market is a new solution to help clear acne, it's in the form of a soluble solution called "Help: Clear Skin & contains all the ingredients that are clinically proven to improve the skin after breakouts. All you do is simply add the sachet to some water, unfortunately doesn't taste the best but it does the job which is the main thing & will clear the skin in just few weeks!!!
£49.99 for a four week supply.

Be Festival Gorgeous This Year With The NEW Dr.Hauschka Travel Kit!!!

The New Dr Haushcka Travel Kit is definitely a must have item for any girl to pack when away partying this summer & with the V Festival this weekend as well as Bestival just around the corner it couldn't be a better time to bag yourself one of these gems, which will keep you looking your most amazing self while you party at your hardest!

Product Details Below -

Dr Hauschka Rosemary Leg & Arm Toner (30ml) - This Invigorating Formula revitalises tired aching legs after hard days dancing.


Dr Hauschka Cleansing Milk (10ml) - Wipe away any traces of panda eyes with this gentle cleanser


Dr Hauschka Facial Toner (10ml) - Give a boost to your skin with this stimulating & hydrating treat.



Dr Hauschka Rose Day Cream Light (10g) - Perfect for sun exposed skin, will protect & sooth away reddened or irritated skin



Dr Hauschka Daily Revitalising Eye Cream (1.5ml) - Awaken Tired Eyes the morning after the night before with this light relaxing & smoothing eye cream.


Dr Hauschka Hand Cream (10g) - Quickly absorbed & non greasy, this outstanding hand cream i swell appreciated by travelers as it can be applied several times a day.


Dr Hauschka Lip Care Stick (4.9g) - Sooth sun-ravished lips with nourishing Candelilla & Carnauba wax.


£24 - www.drhauschka.co.uk

Foreign Exchange Made Simple!!!!!!!!!!

With the Met Office predicting that the rest of the summer in the UK will be a washout, a holiday abroad offers value for money in more ways than one.
To help sun-seekers looking to save pennies when going abroad, Simple, the UK’s No. 1 Facial Skincare brand1, has teamed up with TUI Travel to give all customers a FREE holiday skincare pack worth £25 when spending £500 on currency.
Available throughout August from any First Choice or Thomson foreign exchange, the limited edition Simple holiday skincare pack contains 3 products to help achieve naturally gorgeous looking skin this summer, plus a Simple Skin Health Check and a Simple half-price Summer Holiday Essentials discount voucher. With no perfume, no colour and no harsh chemicals, all Simple products are suitable for all skin types, even the most sensitive. The pack includes:

Simple Kind to Skin Cleansing Facial Wipes (7 wipes)

The UK’s best selling facial skincare product² with one pack sold every 5 seconds! 1 A quick and effective way to cleanse, refresh and tone the skin, they remove all make-up, even waterproof mascara, yet are non-drying as they contain no alcohol. The wipes are pH balanced, working in harmony with the skin and are oil-free so leave no greasy residue. A firm favourite among celebrity circles - Alicia Keys and Erin O’Conner are fans.

Simple Sun Sensitive Protecting Facial Hydrolotion SPF25 (10ml)

Formulated with the anti-oxidant goodness of Sunflower to help naturally protect against sun damage. It is oil-free and suitable to be worn underneath make-up as it won’t block pores.

Simple Regeneration Age Resisting Vitamin E Serum Pads

A unique innovation in skincare. The pad format – the first of its kind – ensures you are applying the serum directly to the skin, guaranteeing you won’t transfer any dirt from your hands, so are ideal when travelling or on holiday! The pads are formulated with the goodness of Vitamin E and are the perfect way to give your skin a daily dose of this anti-oxidant to help fight the signs of ageing.

Simple Skin Health Check is a revolutionary tool designed to help women across the country understand their skin better and how their lifestyle impacts on their overall skin health. With the help of leading Consultant Dermatologist, Dr Susie Morris and Simple Skincare Expert and Celebrity Make-Up Artist, Caroline Frazer with a team of Simple experts, this in-depth online skin health check offers personalised, expert lifestyle advice and educational beauty tips

The pack also includes a half-price Simple Summer Holiday Essentials discount voucher helping you save almost £15. Available from www.simple.co.uk the pack includes Simple Kind To Skin Hydrating Light Moisturiser (50ml), Simple Kind To Skin Refreshing Facial Wash Gel (50ml), Simple Kind To Skin Cleansing Facial Wipes (25 Wipes), Simple Sun Sensitive Protecting Facial Hydrolotion SPF 25 (75ml), Simple Sun Sensitive Protecting Suncare Lotion SPF 30 (200ml) and Simple Sun Sensitive Moisturising Aftersun Lotion (200ml).

The Simple holiday skincare pack is available until 31 August 2009.

Simply the best...again!!!

Simple, the UK’s No. 1 Facial Skincare brand* is delighted to announce yet another award to add to its impressive Hall of Fame.
This month essentials magazine announced its 100 Best Beauty Buys under £10, naming Simple Repair Anti-Wrinkle Day Cream the best day cream, coming ahead of 20 leading brands in this category.
Simple Repair is a revolutionary new anti-wrinkle range that delivers outstanding results, without the use of harsh chemicals or ingredients. Building on its brand heritage of ‘no perfume, no colour, no harsh chemicals’, the Simple Repair Anti-Wrinkle Day Cream has been carefully formulated to suit all skin types, even the most sensitive. What’s more, like all other products in the Simple Repair Anti-Wrinkle range, it is clinically proven to show results in just four weeks.
Formulated to repair and replenish throughout the day, it contains two vital vitamins and six skin-loving nutrients, including the goodness of Iris Extract to reduce fine lines and wrinkles and Pro-vitamin B5, which actively restores, softens and smoothes skin.
Simple Repair Anti-Wrinkle range comprises a day, night and eye cream, priced at £7.99 each and available at Boots, Superdrug and Sainsbury’s.

New Garnier Pure Active - Review

I think we can all agree that there is nothing worse than an outbreak of spots before a big event or even at all really!!!! As the old saying goes 'prevention is always better than cure', however here's the answer in one - prevention & a cure together!!!! The skincare experts at Garnier have now developed a maximum strength solution - NEW Garnier Pure Active. It is a medicated skincare range with instant effective action, delivering results from day one. It helps to fight against the appearance of spots and reduce the appearance of marks left on the skin, which for myself is one of the most annoying things about an outbreak, even after you have managed to banish the spot itself the tell tale signs of it's existence are still there for over a week!!! I have been putting this to test for the last week (Garnier Pure Active Spot-On Roll-On, Garnier Pure Active Deep Pore Unclogging Wash & Pure Active Blackhead Clearing Scrub) & the improvement has been vast, my skin has cleared up rapidly after a pesky outbreak last week, the marks have faded way too, which is a bonus seeing as I have my Birthday bash at the end of the week!!!!
A maximum concentration of 2% purifying salicylic acid formula works to deeply cleanse skin and clear pores to fight spots, whilst the herbasoothe active ingredient, derived from blueberry, respects and cares for the skin.
Over all an excellent product range that will be staying put in my bathroom cabinet for sure! Details of the range below -

Garnier Pure Active Spot-On Roll-On (RRP £7.49)
Garnier Pure Active Blackhead Clearing Scrub (RRP £4.99)
Garnier Pure Active Deep Pore Unclogging Wash (RRP £4.99)
Garnier Pure Active Spot Purifying Toner (RRP £4.99)
Garnier Pure Active Spot Fighting 24hr Moisturiser (RRP £5.99).

Check out the website - NEW Garnier Pure Active

Skinfood Launches Fresh New Skincare

Over the last few weeks I have been putting a new skincare brand from New Zealand that is now available in the UK to the test, it is a natural & green product which is also unisex, the products are also all free from & free from artificial colours, perfumes or paraben preservatives making them suitable for sensitive skins too.

All the products are enriched with pure ingrediants from New Zealand such as Manuka Honey to soothe & heal, Avocodo Oil which is a rich antioxidant, Aloe Vera to hydrate, Organge Oil to rejuvenate & revitialise & Lavender to balance the complexion & stimulate regeneration, they are also formulated Coconut Palm that is rich in Vitamins A & E to give excellent protection & nourishment to the skin.
The full range includes an Exfoliator to a Cleanser, Mud Mask & three fantastic Moisturisers as well as Shave Gel too.

Firstly the 'Cleans All' is a light gentle wash for the skin which is tough on make-up at the same time (!!), just wet your face & apply a little cleanser & massage into the skin then wash off with warm water, it is also gentle enough to use as an eye make-up remover too, I found that only one wash was required to remove my make-up & then a little on some cotton wool to remove any eye make-up, my skin felt really soft afterwards unlike other face washes that can leave your skin feeling tight or dry. Their 'Exfoliating Scrub' is used once a week to gently polish the skin & brighten the complexion by removing dead skin cells, it also contains Tea Tree to heal as well & as with the cleanser it doesn't leave the skin feeling dry but instantly softer instead.
The 'Light Moistuiser' is probably best suited to those with an oily skin, non-greasy it absorbs instantly into the skin without leaving any residue, it also leaves a light matt finish on the skin & is great for men who don't want a heavy perfumed moisturiser but for us girls it is great for using as a base to make-up! Another light moistuiser is the SPF15 Moisturiser which protects the skin against sun damage obviously so helps promote a youthful complexion & with SPF being the only proven anti-ageing ingrediant it's as good as any anti-ageing cream! The Nourishing Moisturiser is great for those with dry skins but I found it works really well as a night cream, it is very think in consistancy & creates a barrier to lock in moisture, the avocado & sunflower oils help repair the skin while you sleep & balance the complexion. The 'Mud Mask' is a great weekly treat for the skin & is made with New Zealand's famous mud from Rotura (known worldwide for it's amazing healing qualities), only left on for 10mins it draws out impurities in the skin leaving it cleansed & feeling soft as well as reducing pore size - even only after one use! Finally is the 'Shave Gel', again a unisex product, it protects & heals the skin to counteract the drying effects of shaving, I found my legs felt great afterwards as the skin can feel pretty dry & sore afterwards at times meaning I have to apply a lot of lotion, but no need this time!
All in all this is an excellent range that is natural & great for all skin types, it's also inexpensive, each item costing only £4.99, available nationwide at Tesco, Morrisons, Waitrose & Online at Amazon.

Brand New from Soap & Glory - Off Your Face Wipes

Latest addition to cult brand Soap & Glory is their fab new face wipes 'Off Your Face', these are an all in one cleansing wipe which removes make-up & grime from the day with an added bonus - pore minimiser! So over time they will reduce pore size as well as help dead skin build up as you cleanse , excellent!!! £3.99 from Boots.

New from Rodial - Glamtox Peel

Rodial's latest skincare addition & alternative to surgery is their 'Glamtox Peel', this is a clay mask which claims it can reverse the signs of ageing in just ten minutes!
It contains their new ground breaking ingrediant 'LaraCare' which firms & lifts the skin as well as reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, it also contains 'Aigirline' which can reduce stress in the skin & relax contracted muscles (a little like botox but without the needles!), they also claim that these ingrediants take effect instantly so you can see effects straight away after use. As if that wasn't enough to make you want to try it out, they claim that the fruit acids also refine the skin giving you a brighter, healthier & more youthful complexion!
To use, apply the mask generously to the skin, allow to dry & then remove by gently rubbing the skin with fingertips, finally rinse with warm water.
Available on line at www.rodial.co.uk or at Harvey Nichols (£70).

Victoria Beckham's New Bird Poo Facial

Just as you thought celebrity beauty regimes couldn't get any wackier Victoria Beckham's new facial hits the headlines & yes it really does consist of bird droppings, well nightingale droppings (that makes it a bit better doesn't it..!?)
Of course it undergoes a fair amount of treatment before it gets anywhere near your face, it's the enzymes contained within the poo that provides all it's miracle working properties! 'Guanine' is an illuminating amino acid & has apparently been used by the Japanese for centuries to keep the skin youthful in appearance. This is extracted from the lovely bird droppings then dried out & mixed up with other ingredients such as green tea, gold leaf & shea butter, then treated with UV light in order to create a potion the likes of Victoria Beckham would allow on her face! It is said to leave your skin glowing & instantly refreshed, it comes at a price though, £135 for a 90Min Session!

New Skin Brightening Serum From Estee Lauder

Brand new from Estee Lauder is their CyberWhite Ex Extra Concentrated Brightening Essence (£55), it claims to dissolve all dark/age spots appearance on the skin as well as clarifying & giving a 74% increase in it's overall appearance.

It will help improve the appearance of 3 types of age spot, as Estee Lauder describe -

1. STUBBORN AGE SPOTS APPEAR VIRTUALLY INVISIBLE.
Fast-acting Melanin Dissolving Technology penetrates the deepest layers of skin's surface to reduce the appearance of stubborn age spots until they become virtually invisible to the naked eye.

2. SMALL SURFACE DARK SPOTS ARE CLEARED AWAY.
The sugar-derived refinisher N Acetyl Glucosamine helps skin speed away the smallest surface dark spots to reveal visibly brighter, clearer, beautifully even-toned skin.

3. FUTURE DARK SPOTS ARE VISBLY DISCOURAGED.
Super-potent Melanin Interception Technology reduces the visible skin-darkening effects of histamine release. Skin is visibly calmed, helping visibly discourage future spots. With continuous use, skin looks clear and even-toned.

The full CyberWhite EX Extra Brightening System range is also available & consisys of, Extra Brightening Gentle Cleanser, Extra Brightening Moisture Lotion, Extra Concentrated Brightening Essence, Extra Brightening Milky Lotion, Extra Brightening Moisture Creme & Extra Brightening Radiance Recovery Mask.

Mac Volcanic Ash Exfoliator - Get it Before It's Gone!

Mac's top selling skin care product this summer has sold out completely in stores, but never fear they have a few left for online customers! Their limited edition super exfoliator works wonders on the skin & has been snapped up by many a Mac fan!
It is a mineral rich foaming & exfoliating scrub with natural volcanic ash blended with fine sugar crystals which leave the skin feeling clean, soft & fresh, it will also absorb the skin's natural oils leaving you shine free & can be used on part fart of the face or body.
£13.50, get it before it's gone forever! www.maccosmetics.co.uk

Beauty Classic - Johnson's Baby Lotion

Johnson's baby lotion has truly stood the test of time as a beauty classic & has been passed down from generation to generation over the last 100 years. On this basis Johnson's Baby have decided to re-launched the Original Baby Lotion, The Scent of Softeness which is associated with Johnson's baby products gives a pure clean scent that is said to be the perfect antidote to fast pace modern living, giving you a relaxed & calm feel - reminding you of simpler times as a child!!! Of course another important factor in why so many women choose baby lotion is for the baby softeness of course (!!), it gently hydrates the skin leaving it smooth & fresh, it's also quickly absorbed with no greasy residue so is quick & easy to use. As if that wasn't enough you can also use it as a mild cleanser, excellent for removing make-up & generally cleansing the skin, leaving it baby soft!
I have been putting it to the test over the last few days, my skin feels & smells fantastic, it's true that the smell is calming & I also found that it does indeed work very well as a cleanser & removed all traces of my eye make-up without any stinging, so perfect as a cleanser & all over face & body moituriser in one, so no need for any other beauty products really!!!!
Baby Lotion is also a celeb favourite with Beyonce, Jennifer Aniston, Gywneth Paltrow & Erin O'Connor all huge fans of the baby soft benefits! So all the perfect reasons to go out a treat yourself to an all time classic beauty product!

Brand New From Neutrogena - 'Spot Stress Control' Range (Review)

It is a well known fact that the more stressed we become the more likely it is that we will experience the dreaded skin outbreak..!
Well finally a product range has been launched to combat this problem, our new best friends at Neutrogena have just brought out the 'Visibly Clear - Spot Stress Control' range. After carrying out a skin audit with over 1000 young women they found that 61% confirmed they had an increase in spots when stressed, the reason for this happening is that stress causes the adrenal glands to produce more hormones which stimulate oil production from the pores & in turn encourage blemishes to appear on the surface of skin. To break the skin stress cycle Neutrogena's new range contains powerful spot fighting ingrediants which include Salicylic Acid & their patented MicroClear technology as well as green tea & cucumber to help unclog pores, calm the skin & help clear spots.
Over the last fortnight I have putting the new 'Spot Stress Control' range to the test & see if I too could have beautiful clear skin as promised. Unfortunately I have had a few outbreaks of late & as we all know this just escalates with more & more blemishes arriving to keep their friends company! To be honest I have always been a fan of Neutrogena's products & have generally found that they do what they say they'll do! So thankfully I have not been disapointed by their latest offering! My skin has seen a vast improvement, particularly in the last week with 95% of blemishes disappearing completely, only a few others have still to clear up completely but are well & truly on their way out!
First of all in the range is the 'Daily Foaming Wash' (£4.49), I chose to use this one in the evening before going to bed, it is gentle on the skin & unlike many other spot control washes it doesn't dry the skin or strip it's natural barrier either (which can actually worsen your blemishes), it dissolves any exess oil & unclogs pores, leaving your skin feeling fresh & clean.
I used the 'Hydrating Spot Treatment' (£4.49) both in the evening & the morning, again I found it was gentle on the skin, no stinging sensation or drying of the skin at all & within a few days blemishes are drastically reduced. It also seems to provide a light barrier over the areas it is applied to which 'seals' it preventing further infection. It's Microclear tenchnology penetrates deep into the skin to clear spots as well as the cucumber & green tea ingrediants keeping the skin hydrated at the same time.
The 'Daily Scrub' (£4.49) is great to use in the morning & is a gentle exfoliator that you can use everyday, the microbeads help to unclog pores & penetrate the skin again without drying, leaving it feeling soft, fresh & clean.

So over all I found the range to be a great success in the battle against blemishes & I'll certainly continue to use it from now on as it not only helps bannish any spots it will continue to protect your skin from further outbreaks. Defintely a 10/10 score from me!!

Caring For Younger Skin - Elizabeth's Daughter

As the saying goes, prevention is better than cure & I'm sure many of us now wish we had taken better care of our skin when we were younger. It has been found that despite the vast amount of lotions & potions there are out there for our skin very few actually cater for the specific needs of younger skin..
On this basis Elizabeth Hallet decided to design her own premium skincare range specifically for young skin, this was inspired by her passion for teaching her daughter to care for her skin, hence the product's name 'Elizabeth's Daughter'. Using her wealth of knowledge from the beauty industry, working within one of the world's leading botanical beauty products brand, Elizabeth managed to create the range using ingredients from the all over the world, where each one was specifically sourced for its benefits to younger skin.
Elizabeth's thoughts on her range are that, "Investing in my daughter's skin today is giving her the gift of confidence for the future."
The range offers cleansers, moisturisers, masks and shower wash. One of the most popular products is the refreshing Skin Spritz with Aloe Vera leaf juice and Rose Water, the cooling mist soothes and freshens the skin, as well as actively toning and purify & is gentle enough to be used all over the body, including the face.
The Elizabeth's Daughter range is available Harvey Nichols.

Oil Control!

Do you feel that your skin is prone to oiliness & no matter what you do you can't have a shine free day....??!!! Well here's some tips & products to help keep a perfect matt complexion all day long!

With Oily skin types the oil producing 'sebaceous' glands are overactive and produce more oil than what is needed so the oil can create a shine that appears greasy. The pores will be enlarged, the skin can appear coarse, prone to blackheads & blemishes. The reasons for this can be heredity, diet, hormones or even the cosmetic products you use. Of course one great advantage with oily skins is that they age at a much slower rate than other skin types!
Oily skin needs thorough cleansing with plenty of hot water (dissolves skin oil better than lukewarm or cold water) to prevent the pores from clogging, it is best to avoid harsh products that strip your skin such as any products containing alcohol, as they will only harm your skin's natural barrier & encourage bacteria build up, it can also encourage the oil glands to work overtime to compensate for the loss of natural oils which in turn will worsen the oily appearance to the skin.
To clean the skin, use a clarifying product as it will remove the surface oil on the skin effectively, also opt for oil-free moisturisers to maintain a shine-free complexion & ensure you exfoliate twice a week to keep your skin healthy & remove excess oil & dead skin.

Here are a few top products I would highly recommend -

Lancome's Gel Pure Focus (17.55) - This is a foaming gel cleanser that has a purifying effect which absorbs excess oil around the pores, inhibiting oil production & bacteria build up. Leaves the skin feeling fresh & matt for hours.
Clinique's Pore Minimiser T-Zone Shine Control (£11) - This reduces & controls excess shine without drying out the skin & leaving a long lasting matt finish, works brilliantly under make-up as a primer. Also try their Blotting Sheets (£7.50) as it is better to use these rather than a build up of powder throughout the day.

Neutrogena Oil Free Fresh Moisturiser - An oil free moisturiser that still keeps your skin well hydrated & will help avoid shine throughout the day.