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LAURA MERCIER SWEET TEMPTATIONS AMBRE VANILLE SET REVIEW

Hello everyone! I hope 2016 is treating you all good so far! Although I am really excited for the new year, I am also sad that the holidays are over. All the gifts and the cheerful , festive spirit are gone. This year, there were so many amazing holiday sets from so many beauty and skin care brands, that it was really hard to choose from. Either for a present or for myself, picking just one set was a hard task. However, one of the sets that really stood out to me and I got my hands on, is Laura Mercier’s Sweet Temptations Ambre Vanille Luxe Body Collection set. This is a bath and body set from Laura Mercier and it includes 4 amazing products. A shower gel, a honey bath with its wooden honey dipper, a body cream (souffle) and a perfume, all with the Ambre Vanille scent. I had heard so many amazing words about Laura Mercier’s bath products and especially its honey bath, that I knew I had to have this set; and I was happy to realise that everything I had heard was true; the set is simply amazing.

My favorite thing from the entire set, would be the body cream, or body souffle as it is called. It is a thick, rich body lotion, that moisturizes and softens the skin. I apply it after showering and my skin instantly feels silky smooth, plus it smells amazing. The Ambre Vanille scent is wonderful. It is quite sweet but not in a sickly way; more like a vanilla cookie way. It is currently my favorite body moisturizer; so rehydrating and soft.

The shower gel is quite lovely. You only need a small quantity and you get a lot of foam. It smells amazing as well and it’s a perfect way to layer the scent. Showering with the gel and then layering with the body cream, is a perfect way to make the scent last longer and be more intense. Although the gel is not a big size, it is going to last for a while, as I prefer using it on special occasions and not on a daily basis.

The perfume is a tiny 15 ml bottle that you can easily put in your bag and carry with you. It has the exact same scent, perhaps a bit stronger due to the alcohol. It’s the last step on the layering process, behind the shower gel and body cream. It’s not a big bottle obviously but it is a nice touch in the entire set. It may not be the centre piece of the set but it is handy part of the Ambre Vanille line. Since I don’t wear perfume often due to my allergy, this will definitely last me for a while.

Last but not least, the star of the set and a best seller, is the honey bath that comes along with its own wooden honey dipper. You fill in your bathtub with water and then add a swirl of the honey bath for a relaxing bath. It smells amazing and creates a lot of bubbles. Its scent is not overwhelming, on the contrary it is very relaxing and stress-relieving. This product is definitely going to last me a while, as I don’t take a bath every day and I don’t need more than a swirl or two for a nice foam.

The Laura Mercier Sweet Temptations set with the Ambre Vanille scent, is absolutely amazing. All the products are lovely. From the simple shower gel and perfume to the moisturizing body cream and relaxing honey bath, this set will steal your heart. It will make you feel you are in your own luscious home spa. With Almond, Brown Sugar, Coconut, the Ambre Vanille holiday set is perfect for anyone who wants to have a lovely, soft skin that smells irresistibly delicious. I absolutely recommend the set to everyone. As for myself, I intend to repurchase the products individually once they are finished. And the best part is that the set is still available on the Laura Mercier site! So you guys can still get your hands on it if you hurry! Have any of you guys have tried any Laura Mercier bath and body products and if so do you like them? Comment down below and share your own experience. Also don’t forget to pop over my Instagram (@blueberrylover) and Twitter (@vickyinlalaland) and say hi!

Till next time take care dolls 😉 xxx

Vicky

BEAUTY ENTRIES-OCTOBER 2015

There are many products this month that caught my eye; some are makeup and body products and some are hair products. These new entries listed below are so amazing that will definitely be mine very soon:

GAB Luminous Silk Powder by Armani

A new powder foundation by Armani, with a silky feeling for a matte yet luminous result. It feels so luxurious on the skin and makes it very smooth. It is long-wearing and you can build it up. Although I love my Too Faced Cocoa Powder Foundation, I can’t wait to try this one for a silky skin!

The Classic Cream Lipstick Red Royal by Dolce&Gabbana

This creamy and ultra moisturizing lipstick, is a D&G classic. It is long-lasting and very smooth upon the lips. The Red Royal shade, is part of the new D&G Loves Fall collection. Is an iconic red that will make every girl feel like a royalty. I don’t know about you guys, but I believe there’s no harm in feeling a little “princessy” every now and then 😉

Cosmetic Energy Noir Clay Palette by Tarte

What a beautiful, beautiful palette. I haven’t tried any Tarte products before but I am so tempted by this gorgeous fall palette. It’s part of Tarte’s famous Amazonia clay products, and has lovely cranberry and purple shades perfect for autumn. Plus a beautiful blush in earthly tone. As a fan of purple eye shadows, this palette would be a great addition to my collection.

Heavenly Gingerlily Caressing Body Polisher by Molton Brown

*Heavenly Gingerlily Caressing Body Polisher*

This spicy body scrub by Molton Brown, contains Tahitian volcanic sand (amazing!) and it transforms any tired skin to silky, soft one. With the warm spicy scent of ginger and cardamom is the perfect body polisher for autumn. As most of my body scrubs have either coffee or sugar, I really look forward to try this one with its volcanic black sand. No harm straying from our favorites sometimes, right?

Lime Basil & Mandarin Conditioner by Jo Malone

I love Jo Malone! The perfumes, the candles, everything smells amazing. Whenever I step over the counter, I can’t not try the perfumes or smell the candles; the scents instantly bring a smile to my face. This fall Jo Malone came up with a hair shampoo and conditioner series of its most popular scent; the Lime Basil & Mandarin. It has lemon balm and chamomile which will make your hair smell amazing and feel so soft and glossy. Since I am a hair care hoarder lately and this product is amazing, it has to be mine!!

Resistance Serum Therapiste by Kerastase

Last but not least, another hair care product from one of my favorite hair care brands ever, is the new heat serum by Kerastase. This serum is part of the Resistance Therapiste collection, and is perfect for damaged hair as it repairs not only split ends but also the entire length of the hair. Although I don’t use many styling tools, I do use the blow dryer often and occasionally my Nume curling wand, therefore, I was in need of getting a heat protecting cream. This serum will improve hair’s elasticity and strength and will reduce split ends up to 75%. I can’t wait to try this product as I need a good heat protector and I would love it if my split ends disappear or at least improve!

All these products are this month’s new entries that I long to try. From Armani’s silky powder to Jo Malone’s blissfully scented conditioner, these products promise to make your face, body and hair feel and look amazing. They will add some luxury to your skin care, makeup or hair care routine, and I don’t know about you guys but I love adding some luxury to my life. What do you guys think? Would give any of these products a go? Or if you have already tried them, I would love to hear your opinion about them! Don’t forget to subscribe! There will be a new post every Thursday and Sunday!

Till next time take care dolls 😉 xxx

Vicky