What's in my carry-on skincare bag?

I got this idea from Lisa Eldridge's youtube video and I am so happy that I decided to try this! A beauty/skincare lovers dream plane ride! I saw this video and knew that I be going on a massive plane ride to the UK shortly after, so I took her advice strongly and wrote down just what I’d need to give myself a facial at 40,000 feet. Below is the list of all the products I used while in flight. I actually was looking forward to the plane ride with all these little products ready to go in my carry-on. They worked beautifully, leaving my skin hydrated and happy while getting off a 22+ hour flight. I used all of these products at some point on the flight or in Changi Airport in Singapore (my stopover).

Cleansing wipes:

Any will really do. On the way from Sydney to London, I used Yes to Cucumbers but just used regular wipes on the way back. Both worked perfectly at either removing my makeup or the hydrating oil I used.

Hotel Cotton Pads, Cotton Buds, Tissues & Manicure set:

I always like to take these freebees with me after a stay in a hotel. Daniel (my boyfriend) and I stayed at the awesome Hotel Missoni in Edinburgh and I wanted to take everything in that room. I settled for the things I was actually allowed to.

Gravol & Advil:

Always good to have even if you usually don’t get sick. Gravol also helps you fall asleep which is a nice bonus.

Floss, a Mirror and a Hair-tie:

Just essentials, like having toothpaste.

Aesop Hydrating Oil:

I just had a little sample of this that I’ve since chucked out. I used at the beginning of the flight to give myself a nice facial massage and left it on for a good couple of hours. I may have looked a little greasy at first, but this product sunk in quickly and honestly, I don’t care if someone on a plane I’ll likely never see again thinks my face looks shiny. After a few hours of this product on my face I’d use a wipe to just clean it off.

Origins Drink Up Intensive Overnight Mask

I LOVE this product. I slathered on this mask more then once during my flight. It sinks in over a few hours but you can’t see it as I might not care if someone thinks my face is oily, but I do think it’d be a bit much if I had a green clay mask on. I don’t want to scare any children! It really combats the disgusting dry air that circulates in the cabin for many hours. I almost always breakout after a long haul flight, and likely because my skin is producing oil because its so dry from the flight.

Bioderma Crealin H20:

I got this cute little sample in a beauty box and used it to remove my eye makeup. It works a treat! All you have to do is saturate a cotton pad, hold it on your eye for maybe 30 seconds and then wipes away. The product basically is designed to dissolve your makeup, so you do need to give it the time to do that, especially with your eye makeup.

Hand Sanitiser: 

This is a must have for me just on a regular basis. Before and after I eat, I need this! I hate when after you’ve finished eating on a flight you have to sit there for what seems like forever for the staff to come pick up your meal so you can get up and wash your hands.

Mouth Wash & Tooth Paste:

An essential on a long haul flight! You wouldn’t go a full 24 hours without brushing your teeth, you shouldn’t on a flight either.

Origins What a Difference Face Lotion Sample:

I love samples for flying. This product was great after I removed the hydrating mask (or what was left of it). I had a little sample of foundation as well and used this moisturiser before putting my make-up on. My boyfriend thought this was lovely too!

Avene Thermal Spring Water:

I love this product and it is absolutely ideal on a flight when you need a bit of a pick-me-up or just want a bit of hydration. You can check out my post here for more information.

Clinique All About The Eyes Roll-on Serum:

This product feels so cooling when you roll it on and I think it works. It hydrates the sensitive under-eye which when you are not getting a lot of sleep is essential. I used this during the flight and also just before I applied my lotion at the end of the flight.

Dove Deodorant:

I like to use spray on for, this might sound yucky, but when you are a bit yucky and need to smell good, I don’t want to touch the yucky area. I like just spraying this on and feeling fresh again!

Liz Earle Cleanse & Polish Mini:

I got this in a magazine when I first arrived in London. I discovered on the first leg of the flights I took that the airline provided a hot flannel at the beginning and end of the flight to freshen up. I then decided that when I saw the ladies coming down the aisle handing out these cloths, that I would get out my cleanser and apply it. By the time they arrived, I was able to wash off the product with a beautiful hot cloth, just as directed! (ps. See my last post for my Cleanse & Polish Giveaway!).

Ulittle Beauty Hand Cream:

Just like my face hydration process, I don’t want dry hands after a flight either. I used this periodically throughout the flight when ever I brought out my little kit.

Blistex:

This is just a mini so I thought it would be nice to bring on the plane. Its not the best but certainly helps to hydrate.

Marc By Marc Jacobs Dot Perfume Sample: 

I actually only brought this to use before landing and seeing my family. I didn’t think about the vast amounts of perfumes the airport has as you walk through. Silly me, this was very un-needed.

Hydraluron:

This is a serum that has a high concentration of hyaluronic acid in it. Hyaluronic acid is meant to pull moisture from the air and is super hydrating. My skin has really improved over the last month and was really great during my trip. Now there are quite a few things I’ve done to have this result but I am sure this is one of them. I use this underneath my lotion, as it really isn’t a substitute for moisturiser. I got this in boots in the UK on a strong suggest from Caroline Hirons rave review here and would really suggest it myself as well.

No7 Beautiful Skin Purifying Exfoliator: 

I brought this just in case I felt like freshening up during my spot-over. Again, this is a way of wasting a bit of time while waiting for my next flight. I like this scrub but I actually prefer scrubs that I can use without water. I like to just slap on the scrub and get a nice exfoliation before washing it off with water. I still like this and its great to use in the shower.

So there you have it, my skincare carry-on goodies. I don’t think I’ll go on a long haul flight again without these in my bag with me. It was fun to get pampered, as I am someone who really enjoys using all these products. I also loved the way my skin felt when I finished the flight and it certainly occupied a lot of my time when I wasn’t sleeping/trying to sleep.

What do you bring on a long flight with you?

What do you think you’ll take with you on your next flight?

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Lust Have It! October 2012

So I don't even think I will get into the drama that is the Lust Have It! Facebook page but rather thought I'd just post this latest post from the ladies at Lust Have It! :

Hi Everyone! I just wanted to say have a lovely weekend! Its been a busy week and although we have tried to respond to as many emails and Facebook posts as possible, we will continue to keep in touch with everyone in the coming days. We are cracking the whip (so to speak!) so that the coming months' boxes can both impress and invite a restored faith to the Lust have it! service.

I thought this was pretty good from the company. I know people have been upset with the promises they made and the service/delivery being sub-standard, but at least they are aware and want to restore their community's response. 

I am one of those customers that hasn't really been upset with the service they've provided, yes my pack came a little late this month, but they also emailed me to let me know it was coming late! Maybe I've been lucky, but I've never thought badly enough to complain. I have really enjoyed receiving the box every month and being am to sample new products, especially coming from another country! Below is an overview of the products I got in this month's pack!

I was a Fun and Flirty Lust Have this month and got:

Mask in a Cup Facial Mask 35g/$9.95 (Full Sized Product)

I am a face mask fend. I love them so much and love trying new ones. I think this is a cute brand and would make a nice gift for a friend who is sick along with a cup of soup, how cute!

NYX Cosmetics Girls Nail Polish 12ml/$4.95 (Full Sized Product)

So the colour I got is a bit...blue, but the product/formula is really nice and who know, maybe one day I'll really want a blue nail polish!

Avene Cleanance Skin Available from $24.95

I have used both of these facial creams and really like this range. The Cleanance-K is a little sticky or tacky on the skin, so is best to use at night, but the Emulsion is awesome. When my skin was going crazy about two months ago, I used this stuff all the time. It was almost the only thing that didn't irritate my skin, I've re-purchased it since. I haven't tried the cleanser, but wanted to and am happy to try it.

Caron Waxaway Ready to Use Sensitive Wax Strips Face/Body 20pk/$9.95

This is the kind of product I'm happy to get a chance to try out before buying. I have bought SO MANY different hair removal creams, strips and tools and more then half of them I wish I'd been able to try first! We will see what this brand is like!

Star&Rose White Bath Fizzer 145g/$4.95 (Full Sized Product)

I love a bath and these bomb/fizzer things are usually a fun thing. I look forward to dropping this in a nice warm bath and relaxing. I'll have to use it soon though as its warming up quickly. I'll save this for the next particularly frustrating teaching day!

Overall I am super happy with this months pack. There wasn't a satin bag, which I find upsetting, but I know some people were getting overwhelmed with little satin bags. I think this pack was good value for money!

How did you like this month's Lust Have It!?

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ps. CLICK HERE FOR MY GIVEAWAY --> WIN A LIZ EARLE CLEANSE & POLISH!

Giveaway: Liz Earle Cleanse & Polish Kit

So this is my 50^th post. I know that might seem like a small number to some but for me it’s been quite a feat. I have basically become a full time teacher as I’ve worked almost everyday of the year. No I haven’t had the work load of other teachers as far as planning, but when I am at school my days are much more full then the average teacher. What all this means is that when I get home from school, I just feel like I have very little time before I am so tired and need to get to bed. This has meant that it hasn’t been easy for me to blog. I started this blog in the first place because, apart from the obvious reasons, I thought this year of casual/supply teaching would mean lots of time for me. I didn’t want to be just sitting around with nothing to do on the days that I didn’t get called in. So all in all, 50 posts for me, feels like a lot!

So now on to my giveaway! I recently went to the UK and picked up a gift for my readers. I had this in mind before I left and wanted to get something that I’d be really pleased with receiving. I decided that this giveaway will be open internationally and will hopefully go to someone who hasn’t tried the product before or can’t access it where they live. So you may have guessed, or maybe you just had a look at the picture below (or read the title of the post!), that I got for you guys a Liz Earle Cleanse & Polish starter kit. This comes with a 100ml bottle, a Muslin Cloth and directions on how to use this awesome product.

The way you can win this product is similar to most giveaways you see out there.

1. You have to be subscribed to my blog J

2. You have to leave a message below of why you want this product. Weather is be because you use it all the time and want a refill, can’t access it where you live but love it or that you’ve just wanted to try it! Only one entry per person (if you enter twice you’ll be disqualified :S)

3. If you are under 18, just get permission from your parents as you’ll have to give me your address if you win!

UPDATE: I forgot to mention that this giveaway will be open for 1 month! So it will close on the November 26, 2012 at 11am. Thanks again for entering! XOXOX