Monday 2 June 2014

ReGen Cream | My Cheap Skincare Miracle |Chrisseytina Beauty

ReGen Cream | | My Cheap Skincare Miracle | | Chrisseytina Beauty







If you've followed my blog for a while, or have ever had the pleasure of listening to me moan about my skin, you'll know its quite temperamental. My skin is combination. I have oily area's, dry area's and plenty of blemishes. My main problem, is that when hormonal outbreaks strike (around a certain time of the month...ladies, you know what I mean) I get spotty on my chin, between my eyes and some times on my cheeks. Unlike those of you that are lucky with your skin, after a spotty outburst, I'm usually left with red blemishes that take months (sometimes up to half a year) to disappear, or fade. I've had this problem since the age of 18, so perfectly clear skin, for me, is a long time gone.

More recently, I've looked into ways I could diminish the red scaring left behind after a spot has broken out. Mainly put off by expensive products that I wasn't to sure would work miracles and the hugely vast array that all promised a clear complexion, I never took the plunge. I guess you could say that I was slightly overwhelmed, and just wanted someone to say "Use this, it works 110%". Anything for an easy life, eh? ;) That was until I strolled through "Home Bargains", and spotted this cream. Costing me no more than £4 and with the promise of reducing blemishes and scaring, it was worth a shot.

This is actually my second pot, as I used my first pot up, I loved it that much. I use the cream mornings and nights when my skin is particularly blemished, but only at night when it's slightly more under control and this reduces the fade time by dramatic amounts. The consistency is very creamy, although not thick. I think the reason this moisturiser is so amazing, is that it contains similar ingredients to an oil like Bio oil, but rather than slathering an oil over your face morning and night, it's much more convenient to apply a moisturising cream. It works best when really massaged into the skin, so I take around 2 minutes just to make sure its really rubbed in. It takes around 5 minutes to completely sink in, and then I'm ready to go with my makeup.

Although it doesn't prevent any blemishes from occurring, it definitely improves the appearance of my skin after they have left there mark and reduces fading time. The best bit though, is that it's under £4. I know the packaging isn't all that feminine and it definitely isn't one to sit pretty on my dressing table, but it does the job, and that's all I'm bothered about.

I brought mine from Home Bargains but you can also find it on Ebay.

Do you have a similar problem to me? Are there any other blemish-alternative products you can recommend?
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Lots of Love
XXX. Christina .XXX

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Tuesday 27 May 2014

What's on my iPhone? || Chrisseytina

Whats on my iPhone? | | Chrisseytina 


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Lots of Love
XXX. Christina .XXX

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Monday 19 May 2014

Benefit Cosmetic- Eye Bright | | Review

Benefit Cosmetic's- Eye Bright | | Review | | Chrisseytina Beauty




Benefit's Eye Bright is definitely one of my favourite products and a 'must have' in my makeup bag. Benefit Eye Bright is a chunky, pink pencil and is a product I feel is over looked, but this product has so many amazing uses. It's really creamy so glides on the skin at ease and doesn't tug at it.

Benefit describes this product as "An instant eye brightener" and a "coffee break in a stick". I couldn't agree more, I love using this to pep up tired looking eyes. 
Benefit recommend applying this pencil on the inner and outer corners of the eye to look instantly wide awake and for best results to apply this after you have applied all other makeup.

My favourite way to use Eye Bright is to apply it to my upper and lower waterline as well as the inner corners, and to my brow bone. 

This pencil is quite pricey, however I've had this for 9 months and use it pretty much everyday, so you get your moneys worth.

Eye Bright- £15.50
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Lots of Love
XXX. Christina .XXX

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Saturday 17 May 2014

Glossy Box Unboxing #3 | | Chrisseytina Beauty

Glossy Box Unboxing #3 | | Chrisseytina Beauty 


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Friday 16 May 2014

Benefit Cosmetics CORALista | | Review | | Chrisseytina Beauty

Benefit Cosmetics CORALista | | Review | | Chrisseytina Beauty





So guys, I needed a new blush, so I decided to go for Benefit's CORALista, I have heard great things about this blush and have been really excited to try it out. 
This Blush is the coral of all coral blushes that's for sure.

Don't you just love Benefit's cute but completely quirky packaging? I know I do!
Normally I'm not a huge fan of cardboard packaging, when it comes to cosmetics, as I find them flimsy and not to ideal, but credit where credit is due Benefit's re-enforced packaging has yet to steer me wrong. 
I have a good few benefit powder blushes and not one has smashed or chipped and I'm not exactly the most careful of people. The only negative I have encountered this far is the little box does become scruffy looking as the pretty print fades and wears off over time. Oh I should quickly mention that each Benefit Blush does come with a small, long brush. I personally don't use this brush because I find it hard to blend in the blush with this brush and usually just leaves a straight line of blush on my face, which no-one wants. However, some people love this brush, so whatever floats your boat.

Benefit describes CORALista as a coral pink and I totally agree. CORALista is a mid toned coral that has the perfect balance of pink and orange leanings. To add to that CORALista has a yellow undertone (neutral) with a slight golden shimmer finish and in the terms of colour it should suit all skin tones and be flattering on most. In my opinion Benefits CORALista is pretty close to MAC's style blush but less shimmer based. Basically if like myself and the majority of your makeup is coral based you need to add this to your collection. It's the perfect spring/summer blush.

As with most Benefit Blushes this has a firm texture that is easily picked up on any face brush and blends into the skin at ease. However I should point out that CORALista is subject to product fall out which could be due to the packaging or the slightly drier texture of the blush. 
As with most Benefit Blushes CORALista is scented and this sure doesn't disappoint, as it has a sweet fruity scent. CORALista has a slight shimmer finish but due to the shimmer being fine it isn't problematic to those who have problems with enlarged pores or fine lines, but adds a warm, healthy glow to the apples of the cheeks.
In terms of wear it lasts around 7 hours on my dry skin before it wears off, which is pretty impressive, Right?

Have you tried Benefit's CORALista? Let me know what you think :)


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Lots of Love
XXX. Christina .XXX

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Wednesday 14 May 2014

A Day In Brighton

A Day in Brighton

Charlie and I went on a coach trip down to Brighton on Sunday 11th May 2014.  We got on the coach at 9.30am and got to Brighton at 11:15. When we arrived it literally felt like I was on holiday. Breathing in the fresh sea air was delightful.
Once we arrived we headed down town to check out all the shops. I fell in love with 'The Lanes' and have lots of photos to share with you guys. 
After we were done having a look round the shops, we headed to sea life and saw some amazing sea creatures, including a massive turtle. I named he Fred, my new best mate.
I caught him on camera and got some incredible shots.
After we headed down the Brighton Pier as it was nearly time to get the coach home, the waves were choppy and my hair was so knotty after walking down the Pier because of the wind, I was freezing by the end. However, despite how cold it was, me and charlie decided to get a Moo Moo's Shake, If you live in London or know about it, it's a bit like shake away, I got the cookies and cream shake, it was so yummy I want another one just thinking about it.
We had a magical day exploring Brighton and seeing what it had to offer, we decided before we headed back to the coach to have a last look on the beach and then it was time to head home. One of my highlights of the day, was walking down 'The Lanes' and eating Nando's on stalls. 




What are you guys up to this weekend?



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Lots of Love
XXX. Christina .XXX

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Tuesday 13 May 2014

Benefit Cosmetics- "That Gal" Brightening Face Primer | | Review

Benefit Cosmetics- "That Gal" Brightening Face Primer | | Review


I was originally introduced to Benefits "That Gal" Brightening Face Primer when I purchased their "Goodtime Gals. I wanted to try some new products, but I didn't want to risk losing money on something I wasn't sure I was going to love. Thats why i tried the sampler bottle of this first ;)

This pink tinted cream goes on easily and I instantly saw a change in my skin. I have dry skin - Normal skin, but the primer evened out the discolouration I have and did moisturise it slightly, however before I applied this I did put a moisturiser on my face. My skin felt silky smooth and with a little pressed powder, I felt confident to face the day. If you have never used a primer before then this would be a good place to start, as after one use, you'd have wished you'd started using primers a long time ago, you will be craving "THAT GAL".

If you're interested in buying this product and fall in love with it like I have, I'd recommend you buying the sample/travel sizes first, just to make sure you like it as everyone has different skin types.

Full Size- £22.50

What primers do you use?


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Lots of Love
XXX. Christina .XXX

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