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May 2017

Beauty

New Skincare Finds

I am a skincare addict,i admit it.Although i am loyal to my all time favourites i try new products every day.I like discovering new trends and brands,playing with textures,scents,routines and of course watching the effects on my skin(not the allergic reaction ones).

Summer is near and i always change my skincare routine because here in Greece it’s very warm and sunny so i have to use the right products to protect and take care of my skin.

Sunscreen is necessary and the new La Roche Posay Athelios Spray with Spf 50 is my go-to product.It’s transparent so zero white marks, very easy to use and you can also apply it over your makeup during the day without ruining it.It’s also matte so my combination skin loves it.

Talking about my combination skin,it becomes a little bit oily during hot months but i found this Estée Lauder DayWear Matte moisturizer which keeps the shine away without drying it.I love the light cucumber scent, it feels so fresh when i apply it in the morning.

Masks are my thing.At the end of the day i love watching a new episode of Black Mirror(i’m obsessed) put a mask on and relax.REN is an amazing skincare brand and their masks are my top products.I tried the Invisible Pores Detox Mask and what i like about this product is that it goes deep down to the pores and smoothes the skin at the same time.

Sometimes i need a skincare boost so i use what i call “my special products”.A new addition to this category is the Darphin L’Institut Youth Resurfacing Peel.Once a week at bedtime i apply a small amount with a cotton pad on clean,dry skin.The next morning my face looks beautiful and i noticed that my imperfections look smoother.

One of my handbag staples is a face water spray as i like to refresh my skin especially when i run errands downton Athens.The Greek Mountain Tea Face water by Apivita has a herbal, fresh scent and a couple of sprays make me feel brand new.

My skin is the 80% of my makeup so i am trying to take a good care of it.I’ll keep searching about new products and of course i’ll let you know about my finds.Have you tried any new products?

Love Lou!

Beauty

Flawless and fresh Foundation routine

For a night-out makeup, a special occasion or when i’m filming and shooting I like a full coverage foundation routine.I can’t stand a cakey and heavy finish though,so i had to try different products, tools and techniques to achieve a fresh result but still having the coverage that i needed.

Foundation

I tried so many full coverage foundations but  Giorgio Armani Power Fabric is the best.It stays in place all day without feeling heavy or dry, the coverage is full but also natural and it contains spf25.If you like Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk but you need a long-lasting and more matte version then the Power Fabric is a great option.I am in the shade no4 and no4.5 in Luminous Silk and i need 1-2 pumps for my entire face.

Concealer 

I like the Lisa Eldridge Pinpoint Concealing Technique  where you apply a small amount of concealer only on spots,redness and imperfections.The Mac Pro Concealer and Correct Palette contains 6 high coverage concealer shades that you can mix and match to create a flawless look.

Powder

When i choose a powder for a full coverage foundation look it has to be super finely milled so it will set my makeup without adding texture.The Make Up For Ever HD Pressed Powder in translucent gives a light matte and smooth finish and it’s perfect for setting your under eye concealer too.

Tools

You can use brushes, sponges or your fingers but in my opinion nothing beats the BeautyBlender .This sponge is magical, it makes the heaviest products look natural so when you combine it with good quality ones the result is perfect.After every use i wash it with a tea tree bar soap and it looks brand new.

This is my full coverage but fresh looking foundation routine and i hope that you liked it.

Do you prefer full or light coverage?

Please share your favourite products and techniques!

Love Lou!

 

Looks

My S/S 2017 Wardrobe Wishlist

Spring is here in Greece but to be honest it feels like Summer and i can’t wait to visit my favourite Greek Islands.

It’s the time of the year that i spice up my style so i did a little bit of online window shopping to create my S/S ’17 wardrobe wishlist.

It’s always sunny in Greece so a hat is a fashion must-have.This Oysho straw one is affordable and stylish at the same time so i can wear it for any occasion.

Every Summer i buy a new pair of sandals as i wear them 24/7 and Esiot is my favourite Greek brand because the quality is amazing and the designs are so unique.Last year i bought their rose gold Arethousa sandals but the Tholaria in Tabac will be my new wardrobe addition.

I always wear earrings during Summer and when i saw these Isabel Marant gold tone resin ones i fell in love.They are statement pieces which add a chic pop of colour to the outfit.

Navy and white stripes are everywhere this season.I have so many stripe tops and dresses but this off shoulder one from Topshop will look amazing with white jeans and my Esiot sandals, right?

Last but not least the Cult Gaia Ark Bag  in Natural,my Summer dream bag!Can we appreciate this beauty?I see it everywhere, all over my Instagram,Pinterest,every blogger has it, this bag is everything!

This is my S/S 2017 Wardrobe wishlist and i would love to see what you would like to buy this season!

Love Lou!

(photo credits : Oysho,Esiot,Net-a-Porter,Topshop,Cult gaia)

 

Beauty

The “i don’t like perfume” Perfume

 

How can i explain the scent of the most unique perfume that i own?I’m talking about the one and only Escentric Molecule 01 which designed to create a different aura for everyone of us.

It contains the Molecule 01,notes of cendarwood and in combination with the chemistry of our skin it creates a one and only scent.How cool is that?

Every Youtuber that i’m following talked about the Escentric Molecule 01 but i couldn’t find it here in Greece and it HAD TO BE MINE!So when i had the chance to travel to Milan i did a good search and i found it in an amazing boutique that has also a website Antonioli.eu (you can also find it on Cult Beauty).It was love at first smell!

Light but sensual,woody but feminine everything that i ever wanted in a perfume.I don’t like strong fragrance they give me a headache so for years i worn body mists and body butters, not anymore!I can’t smell it on my skin but everyone else can and i’ve never got so many compliments about a perfume.

It’s the best “i don’t like perfume” perfume and i could be happier that it’s in my collection.

Have you ever tried it?Which is your favourite perfume and why?

Love Lou!

Food

Easy Gluten Free Recipes

Being a celiac means that i had to adopt a gluten free lifestyle which was hard at the beginning but it gave me the chance to discover so many new flavours and develop my cooking skills.

As i don’t want to spend my entire day in the kitchen i found quick and easy recipes that everyone can make.

Avocado Toast 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I love avocado and i can eat all day, everyday on toasted gluten free bread with tomato and greek extra virgin olive oil.

Nutella Brownies

This recipe is the easiest and the most delicious one.My friends don’t believe me when i say that i need only 3 ingredients to make it.Sometimes i add chopped white and milk chocolate or peanut butter with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Pizza Zucchini

These alternative pizza bites are the perfect dish if you have to avoid gluten and grains but you want something quick and tasty.I also tried it with sweet potato chips as a base and they were delicious.

Mini Chocolate Frozen Bananas

I have a sweet tooth but i can’t eat Nutella Brownies all the time so these frozen bananas topped with chocolate and almonds are my guilt free dessert choice.

These are my top easy gluten free recipes and i can’t wait to read yours!

Love Lou!

 

photo credits : Little Broken,Kirbie’s Cravings,Sweet c’s,She likes food 

 

Beauty

Favourite Lip Products | NARS Lip Pencils

If i like a product i become so loyal that i can’t use anything else and i really-really like the NARS Lip Pencils.I’ve tried many shades and basically they are the only lip products that i should express my love with an exclusive post.

First of all they are so easy to use,jumbo pencils that can be worn as a lipliner and lipstick at the same time.Then the formula,OMG the formula is the big star.I own the Velvet Matte and the Satin ones but they also have the Velvet Gloss Lip Pencils that i haven’t tried yet.

The Velvet Matte Lip Pencils have a unique matte finish that feels creamy and nourishing for hours without fading.

Sex Machine is the perfect nude pink for a “no-makeup makeup” look while Dragon Girl is the strawberry red that i wear when i want an extra oomph on my lips.Cruella is a true, rich red that i call  my “femme fatale lip” because every time that i have it on i feel so feminine and grown up.If you like your red with an orange undertone Red Square is one of the best products out there,i wear it during Summer months and it looks great with a little bit of a tan and a gold smoky.Then if my Vampy alter ego wants to come out Train Blue is my choice,a black cheery almost black shade that suits my fair skintone but i really need blush with this one so that it keeps looking chic!

Now the Satin Lips Pencils are more shiny and moisturising but as you wear them they leave a satin on the lips and that makes them super long-lasting and comfortable.Yu is a vivid pink which always reminds me of Lisa Eldridge who loves these shades and i combine it with black eyeliner for a “modern Pin Up Look”.My favourite is Luxembourg,this watermelon red is a must-have because you can wear it only with you BB cream and a bit of mascara and you will have the perfect effortless Parisian look.My Summer colour is Timanfaya,a true orange that i wore so much on my Vacation only with a cream bronzer and no mascara.Finally Palais Royal is very special to me because i bought it from Sephora in Paris and every time it reminds me that amazing business trip with La Roche Posay and the friends that i made there. (yes a lipstick can bring so many memories!)

In February they released 10 new Velvet matte shades and i already have Get off,Do me Baby and Famous Red on my wishlist!

You can buy these from their website narscosmetics.eu or SpaceNk .

Love Lou!