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Space NK beauty advent chat for December (1)

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CountryCob · 19/11/2021 09:59

As I am looking forward to this thought would set up a thread so we can compare thoughts on the contents daily come December 1…..

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kikipie · 12/12/2021 23:46

We’re not all going to like everything. There are more than enough winners for me out of the whole calendar

BookShark · 12/12/2021 23:59

I'm never going to use everything in any calendar. But I get them to try different things - so far, I reckon I'm about 50/50 on things I'll use vs those I won't. And that's fine, I'll still get my money's worth and just pass on the rest (largely any make up as I tend not to wear much so it lasts me for ages).

My favourites so far are the Barbara Sturm serum, the candle, the Bom Dia cream and the Dr Dennis Gross pads. Maybe I'm just really pleased though!

My parents bought me the No. 7 one and u must admit I just opened it all as I wasn't excited - nothing I would buy as a run of the mill type product. So maybe that's making me more off about this one - things I'm looking forward to trying rather than just using up!

Chickydoo · 13/12/2021 07:46

Day 13
Caudalie Beauty elixir
This has a really good write up with excellent reviews, so am looking forward to using it.

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queenofkale · 13/12/2021 09:49

Does anyone know what order in your skin routine to add this in?

I know it says before moisturiser... but before serum? Oil? I'm not sure where to slot it in.

Player067 · 13/12/2021 10:23

I like Caudalie so am pleased with today's offering!
Actually I've been happy with the whole calendar so far and look forward to opening my little "present" each day - gives me a little boost before launching into work etc. I had Liberty the last 2 years and I think this one compares well in terms of products/value.

Favourites for me are the Bom Dia (LOVE!) and the orange exfoliating thingy.

doadeer · 13/12/2021 11:38

@queenofkale

Does anyone know what order in your skin routine to add this in?

I know it says before moisturiser... but before serum? Oil? I'm not sure where to slot it in.

I would use as an essence so id go Cleanse Caudalie spray Serum Moisturise

I'm not 100% keen on the smell but I'll still be trying it 🙏

RedDingDongMerrily · 13/12/2021 11:55

Yes it’s a strong smell isn’t it, fresh though. Thanks for the order list @doadeer

doadeer · 13/12/2021 12:43

I could be wrong lol! But I do spend a stupid amount of time watching skincare videos 🤣🤣🤣

I love the advent calendars as it's a great way to tell if I want to buy full size or if I like a brand.

queenofkale · 13/12/2021 12:48

@doadeer thank you!

I'm going to try tonight... the smell is quite strong but I'm excited to give it a whirl!

I feel like it would be lovely in the summer!

Chickydoo · 13/12/2021 13:03

I think I used the Caudalie in the wrong order this morning.
I used on top of foundation to set
Seems to have worked

SocksAndTheCity · 13/12/2021 15:42

I'm saving today's because I have a huge bottle of Fresh's kombucha face essence to get through (and I'm trying really hard not to open everything) but I think this is similar. I use it first and follow with serum/oil/vitamin C or whatever, and then moisturiser Smile

I'm still using the Sunday Riley face oil from day 1, and I really like it. It's a lot more useful to me to get a decent amount of something so I know whether or not it works, although I realise they can't just fill the thing with full size stuff.

Chickydoo · 14/12/2021 07:26

Day 14
Kate Somerville moisturiser full size. This looks excellent

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TheDuchessOfMN · 14/12/2021 07:37

I’m delighted with it, especially that’s it’s so large.

Darkpheonix · 14/12/2021 07:53

I can't wait to try it todays. I am still on the little drunk elephant one.

I used the beauty elixir, today. Felt nice. I quite like that. Very refreshing.

pattyparsnip · 14/12/2021 09:42

This is lovely I've tried a sample before, so excited for the full size .

doadeer · 14/12/2021 10:32

It's a fab moisturiser - love the goat milk Cleanser too.

kikipie · 14/12/2021 16:08

I found the goat milk cleanser very sticky so not really looking forward to this 🙁

RedDingDongMerrily · 14/12/2021 16:08

The moisturiser is fab and goes a long way. I like the way it is dispensed, much better than a product loaded lid. So happy to get a full pot as my Elemis has just run out.

RedDingDongMerrily · 14/12/2021 16:09

I also like all the new smells. I keep catching a whiff and thinking that’s nice then realising it’s me!

Jooox · 14/12/2021 19:18

I’m very jealous of you all cracking on with the goodies. I have a chunky backlog of oils/moisturisers/face wash to get though.

I hope things don’t go off quickly.

Chickydoo · 15/12/2021 07:38

Day 15
Dermalogica cleansing gel.
This is lovely, have used it before.

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TheDuchessOfMN · 15/12/2021 08:10

There are other little sachets in the box too @Chickydoo

Chickydoo · 15/12/2021 08:14

@TheDuchessOfMN
Oh, I missed them....goes and has a look......
Ah yes, back of box a pre-cleanse and a moisturiser. Excellent!

CeeCeeDeeBee · 15/12/2021 10:01

I'm happy with today's, and in fact most of the calendar so far. I've totally forgotten what's in it so each day is a real surprise!

RedDingDongMerrily · 15/12/2021 10:08

@Chickydoo does it do the eye make-up? I’ve stuck with Elemis for ages because of the non sting eye action.

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