camilla and marc x lancome

In one of my first posts I mentioned the camilla and marc x Lancome set, and today I bought it!

I was tossing up between buying this, and the full sized Genifique, however this had a 7ml bottle in it & other goodies so I decided to get this one. I think it will be a very useful little kit.

It includes the travel sized Colour design eyeshadow pallette. Now I have a confession to make, I am slightly scared of eyeshadow. I don’t know how I do it but I always seem to make myself look like part Zombie or like I have a fading black eye. Now, it does takes a hugely unskilled person to achieve such a magnificant failure every time I apply but I’m just good like that. However I’m trying harder and I think these browns will be good!

Ahh Genifique. It is impossible to tell you how much I love this stuff. If you haven’t tried it yet, go down to a counter and get yourself a little sample because it truly is amazing.

Hypnose Doll Eyes Mascara. I’ve read some mixed reviews about this, some swear by it and others find it transfers quite easily so am looking forward to giving it a try and I will let you know how that goes!

Color Design Love It Lipstick. Not really a colour I’d normally wear however I should maybe put down the coral once in a while and try something different. It’s not too intense a colour and does feel very moisturising so it could be another good everyday lippie.

The pack also comes with a two piece brush set. You can never have too many brushes!

This pack retails at $79 which is less than what it would cost you to buy the Mascara & Lipstick from the counter so not a bad deal! And as if I didn’t spoilt myself enough with the lancome goodies, I picked up a few of my favourite magazines….

New favourite.. Lancome’s Genifique Youth Activator

I am not a huge serum user, and to be honest i’ve tried a few including SKII’s offerings and really not found a huge amount of difference.

However I am always willing to give new products a go so when I received a sample of Lancome’s Genifique Youth Activator in the October Lust Have It box I decided to give it a try!

The box came with 2x5ml samples and i have just finished the first 5mls and have already noticed a fantastic result.

Lancome says the product is

“Our first skincare that boosts the activity of genes and stimulates the production of youth proteins. A true skincare innovation with 7 worldwide patents pending, Génifique is the foundation of every woman’s skincare at any age or for any skin concern.”

I have noticed my skin is smoother, clearer and more radiant and was most definitely surprised by this result being a little bit of a sceptic! I have never had a serum made such a difference, and even though i am 22 and don’t have problems (yet) with ageing skin it has definitely made it appear a bit more youthful and fresh. I will be including this in my daily routine from now on!

It is a little pricey and they recommend you use morning & night, however i am just applying it before i go to bed and still noticing the results.

RRP $115 30ml or $165 50ml , available at department stores or online at Adore Beauty