Clarins Extra Comfort Foundation in Ivory 103.

The newest offering from Clarins is part of the Extra Comfort range and is best described as an anti-ageing product that aims to replenish and illuminate the skin in one quick step. The packaging is more luxe than your typical Clarins foundation, and comes presented within a frosted glass screw top jar that looks great on your dressing table but is rather bulky, so not at all ideal for traveling or carrying around on a daily basis. But you could simply put a little scoop in a small plastic jar (with the spatula provided) & popping in your make up bag for when your on the move? I personally am happy with it being a jar you can use every last bit, so none is wasted, you also have more control over the amount of product you use daily. Its exclusive anti-ageing formula plumps, moisturises and nourishes the skin deep down with a combination of organic Argan oil and the Global Age-Defying Complex. The skin instantly feels suppler and more comfortable. Wrinkles and fine lines are smoothed. The complexion is left glowing with youth.

Organic Argan oil: nourishes the skin and leaves it feeling comfortable.Global Age-Defying Complex: leaves skin feeling supple, smoothes fine line and wrinkles.It boosts hydration, increases skin comfort and suppleness.Light Optimising + complex, a Clarins exclusive: instantly captures, diffuses and amplifies light. Fine lines and minor imperfections are visibly reduced. The complexion is left even-looking and radiant.Triple protection: fights free radicals, pollution and UV rays.

It offers up to 14 hours of hydration, The finish of Clarins Extra Comfort Foundation* is dewy with a slight glow that gives the impression of light within skin - much like a skin illuminator without any traces of glitter or shimmer, it really is a beautiful finish. It made my skin feel moisturised and plumped with the light literally bouncing off my skin. Despite being creamy it didn't sink into my fine lines and lasted all day with only a touch up of powder on T-Zone after about 7 hrs & I was good to go! I can see this being my go-to foundation in the colder months.

It is £35.00 available from Clarins.co.uk

What's your favourite foundation for Autumn/Winter?

Eau Thermale Avène Soothing Hydrating Serum

The Eau Thermale Avène Soothing Hydrating Serum is designed as a complementary step in your current skincare routine to aid the maintenance of natural,radiant skin. It is suitable for all skin types especially sensitive skin. as there is literally nothing in it that would irritate their skin. The serum contains Avène Thermal Spring Water, which soothes the skin, reduces redness and stops irritation.  It is also particularly effective when applied to your face if you've caught the sun as it really reduces the redness and takes out the sting; I'll definitely be taking this to Sicily with me this year!

The serum is light, almost gel like in formulation and feels water based.  It is oil free making it perfect for those who have oily skin.  I have been applying it morning after cleansing and toning, before my day moisturiser.  It is fast absorbing and whilst you can feel it on your skin afterwards, it doesn't leave a film. Using the serum on a morning really smooths my skin and provides a great base for makeup application. I prefer to use something a little more intense at night, but that's just my preference.

Eau Thermale Avène Soothing Hydrating Serum* comes in lovely simple packaging containing a glass bottle giving it a luxurious feel, that allows you see exactly how much product you have left, However as it's in a glass bottle it isn't too travel friendly, but I can easily transfer some into a little pot, which I usually do with most of my products anyway so isn't a drama to me..(It also allows me to take lot's of different products!).

I was kindly sent mine from Escentual.com to review, It is currently on offer for £12.75 from £17.00 as they have 1/3 off French skincare. I really love Escentual as they have great discounts and amazing products! This really is a great simple addition to my skincare.

Have you tried any Avène products?