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I really trust Swisse as a brand. I read once that rosehip oil should not be exposed to oxygen which is why I buy this oil. It has a pump which keeps exposure to the air a minimum and also is much more convenient than a dropper!! This lasts me for months at a time. I use alone or mixed in with a moisturiser. I have combination skin and use it on my acne and scars. It soaks in fast and doesn't sit heavily on the skin. I has a beautiful dark orange colour just like rosehip oil should and maintains that colour for months.

I was enticed by the glycolic part of this mask. Due to my acne and scarring and texture issues I love manual and chemical exfoliants. This mask is definitely not for sensitive skin. I don't have sensitive skin and experience more than a tingle when first applied. It burns a little but goes away pretty quickly. It dries down after 20 minutes and I often leave this on longer because I'm lazy but wouldn't recommend that because it isn't a hydrating mask. I don't really notice immediate effects on my skin but I do experience a glow and significantly smoother skin over the next few days. I use this weekly to maintain my skin. I do like the smell, I can smell pumpkin and cinnamon and only a thin layer is needed. This product will last a long time. I just think there are other masks out there that give more results and are more comfortable to wear.

I tend to break out around my jaw and chin- hormones and diet related. I also suffer from an oily T-zone. When my skin is feeling a bit red and congested I like to use this mask. It is cooling and tingling upon application. It smells divine- you can smell the green tea. It doesn't dry down to an uncomfortable tight feeling but once it is dry I wash off with a face washer. My skin is left fresh and bright. It feels super clean and less clogged. The green tea leaves are a bit messy but sometimes I try to pop this on before I hop into the shower then the clean up isn't that bad.

Masks are important in my skin care routine- I always find my skin is ultra clear and radiant when I am frequently applying masks. This mask in particular smells divine- the coconut and coffee hit you and it smells like dessert! It is slightly exfoliating but I find it to be quite moisturising. I apply a thin layer- a little goes a long way, it isn't a thick mask. After 10-15 minutes it has soaked in so I think it is best to rinse it off as soon as that happens to prevent your skin from drying out. I use a face washer to take off my masks anyway, so the exfoliating part doesn't matter too much to me. It leaves me face feeling bright, fresh and moisturised.

I had high hopes for this conditioner. I used to wash my face with oats and I know how moisturising and gentle they are. I was a bit disappointed with the scent- I do prefer a more strongly scented conditioner that leaves my hair smelling really nice and clean. This conditioner doesn’t do that, I don’t think it is scented at all. Which some people may prefer to artificial scents. Paired with the shampoo it does make a nice combination. The shampoo cleans the hair really thoroughly and I find the conditioner to be quite moisturising. My hair is softer and less frizzy and brittle while using this. The conditioner almost leaves the hair feeling like it isn’t washed out properly after rinsing because of its moisturising and smoothing properties. Maybe it leaves a film on the hair. But I do enjoy the silky feeling it leaves when it is washed out.

I was expecting big things from this shampoo. I used to wash my face with oats when I had bad skin and it was amazing so I thought an oat shampoo would be amazing. Unfortunately I have to say that it did not. First of all, the shampoo is not really scented nicely. It doesn’t smell bad but I am someone who does like a good smelling shampoo. Even if that means strong and artificial. But I guess that is a good thing that there aren’t many artificial things in it. It doesn’t lather up as much as other shampoos and I find it quite hard to spread over my whole head. I find that I am using more than I would for other shampoos. However, it does clean very well. After I rinse twice my hair is left squeaky clean. I find my hair very soft and healthy feeling afterwards. While I think it is good, I wouldn’t go out of my way to purchase it.

I used this product to darken up my roots. I have died my hair a darker brown than my natural hair so I got it in the dark brown shade. While it did not match my hair perfectly, it did do a decent job of darkening my roots so the regrowth isn't as noticeable.. The scent of the product is not overpowering and is quite pleasant. If you aren't careful when applying, this can really get everywhere. Make sure you shake well before use and don't go overboard with the application. Apply it little bit by little bit until you are happy with the coverage. The product dries quickly which is great- you don't have to wait too long before styling. It also stays put throughout the day, it doesn't migrate down onto the forehead like some other sprays can. It also washes out easily with a shampoo and condition.

I am quite a fan of this cleanser. It comes out of the squeeze bottle quite thick but as soon as it gets on wet skin it thins out quite a lot. It has a lovely, non-overpowering scent. It is grey in colour because of the clay in it. The beads in this cleanser feel great on the skin. At first I thought I would have liked more of the beads to exfoliate more effectively. However, after using it for a while, I realised that being a cleanser, not an exfoliator, it has a good amount of beads. They don't scratch the skin and the amount is perfect for everyday use. If you want to use it as a mask, I would recommend applying it to dry skin, just because it does go quite thin and milky when wet. I feel as though this cleanser has left my skin feeling smooth and detoxed. I think it cleanses very effectively and has prevented congestion in my skin.

This has to be one of the best moisturisers I have used. I am a huge user of oil for the face but body oils can be messy and inconvenient while you are waiting for them to soak in. This moisturiser comes in a pump bottle which is awesome, so easy to dispense and the value for money is great. The scent is lovely- not overpowering but makes you smell divine. It is an extremely lightweight moisturiser but leaves your skin feeling incredibly smooth. There is no residue left over and it sinks into the skin almost instantly. I can put this on in the morning and get dressed straight away which I love. A lot of other moisturisers are quite thick and stay wet/tacky on your skin for a while. This one doesn't, it rubs straight in. Highly recommended.

I have never used a micellar watter before so I didn't really have any expectations of this. It works really well at removing makeup including eye makeup. It does not sting the eyes and is very gentle. It actually feels quite moisturising. I am not too sure about the viscosity of the liquid. It is quite thick which means you have to put quite a bit on the cotton pad, because it doesn't soak into the cotton pad and you must put enough on to cover your whole face. Perhaps a better way to use it is to rub it in with your hands and then wipe off with a cloth but that would be messy. I can comfortably take my makeup off after work and walk around for a while before cleansing. It doesn't really have a smell. I really like that it doesn't dry out the skin and seems very nourishing. It claims to have 200 uses in the bottle. I am not sure about that but I reckon it would come close which is pretty good considering I use makeup wipes- and a pack of 25 good ones can be pretty expensive. I would definitely recommend this despise my gripe with the thickness of the liquid.