Title edited by MNHQ at request of OP - No spoilers before 7AM pls: Space NK advent calendar - opening thread 2022!

[Zoetrope1]

Thread for anyone who has the Space NK 2022 advent calendar and would like to discuss contents.

In line with the other opening threads, suggest no earlier than 7am for discussing that day’s item(s).

Looking forward to tomorrow!

I have a cold and just used the DE miracle butter on my nose and lips. It’s amazing! I’ve just ordered the full size

Not too sure about the Olaplex but it's a brand I have been wanting to try. I only managed to get through my mountain of Elasticizer during COVID when they reopened swimming pools, but wouldn't let you shower after a swim! I'd slather it on then go home and shower.
I like todays offer, I don't wear much makeup but this will be used when I do as a nice finish.

I like it today and I was running out of my going to work cream that I put on the train so this one is perfect

It’s a bit empty tho!

Day 9, Drunk Elephant Protini Polypeptide Cream, 15ml travel size, £19

Boost the skin’s hydration and elasticity with Drunk Elephant Protini Polypeptide Cream, a daily moisturiser made to strengthen the skin barrier.

Formulated with nine signal peptides and amino acids, this day and night face cream is meant to boost the skin’s collagen production and provide deep hydration. The strong formula helps repair the skin from sun damage and contributes to fighting early signs of ageing.

When used everyday, the skin will feel strengthened and replenished, with a more radiant and supple look. It is the perfect daily moisturiser for dry and dehydrated skin.

KEY BENEFITS

Acts to repair and rejuvenate the complexion
Boosts collagen production
Minimises the look of wrinkles, fine lines and areas of sun damage
Free from fragrance, silicones and essential oils
Vegan and Cruelty-free

i received a different Drunk elephant product (the miracle butter) in another calendar and loved it so I’m excited to try this one!

@EasterIssland may just be that the packaging is bigger than the actual 15ml amount of product, let me check mine later!

Im brain dead this morning…the Miracle butter was in this calendar 😂 nice to have a couple of DE products to try!

I too enjoyed the miracle butter I tried yesterday so am happy to have this and need all the collagen boosting I can get. I try to have at least one peptide based product in my routine every day to help with this. I therefore count this as a good drawer day today but would have liked it to be a little bigger, particularly if the pot isn't very full.

For whatever reason it seems pretty rare to receive full size drunk elephant products in ACs or goodie bags. Has anyone had any luck?

Very happy with the drunk elephant goodie today - shame it’s not a larger size tho
gave my hourglass powder to my DD
have tried their products before and they do nothing for me so happy to hand it over

Meh about today’s. Size is rubbish tbh. I don’t think this calendar is inspiring me at all this year.

You might have worked it out by now - but there is a film over the holes that you need to peel off. Took me a while to work out too!

@Charlottemh Thank you, I finally worked it out this morning

Today is an excellent day for me ☺️ Day 10, double products!

First up, Dr Barbara Sturm Hyaluronic Serum, 10ml travel size, worth £85

Give skin a boost with Dr Barbara Sturm Hyaluronic Serum, an intensive skincare treatment that promotes firm skin to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and rejuvenate the complexion.

Formulated with long and short chain hyaluronic molecules to help promote deep, intense hydration, this serum offers an instant skin boost that helps to combat against the damaging effects of lifestyle and environment.

Gentle enough for daily use, this serum is also an effective skin protector for pick-me-ups at times where the complexion is exposed to the elements, or for when time is spent in air conditioned environments such as offices, trains or planes.

Dr Barbara Sturm Hyaluronic Serum contains anti-inflammatory purslane and antioxidant to help counter the effects of lifestyle and environment, helping to keep skin looking firm and smooth.

Squeeze one full pipette into the palm of your hand and apply it evenly to your face before patting it in gently. After 30 seconds, when the serum has been absorbed, apply the Face Cream. The serum is suitable for all skin types.

This is crazy expensive! £85 for 10ml or £250 for the full size 30ml! I’ve heard it’s fantastic but I would never be able to justify spending so much on a hyaluronic acid. Very nice to have though! I’ll enjoy indulging in this one.

Next up, Biossance Squalene and Vitamin C Rose Oil, 12ml, £25

Brighten, firm and hydrate the skin in one step with the Biossance Squalane and Vitamin C Rose Oil, a lightweight and luxurious skincare oil that locks in moisture while imparting a youthful glow.

The main ingredient is a unique blend of vitamin C that is easily absorbed by the skin, helping to diminish the look of discoloration and improve the skin’s elasticity and firmness. Other key ingredients include sugarcane-derived squalene that mimics the body’s natural hydrating oils to deliver lightweight moisture. Soothing Damascus rose extract provides a relaxing scent while awakening the senses, and Chios crystal oil helps to revitalise and firm the complexion.

How to apply:

Gently press a few drops onto clean skin morning and night. Use the Vitamin C oil after your serum and moisturizer to lock in long-lasting hydration. You can also add a drop or two to your foundation for extra dewy coverage.

If you are on the oilier side, slightly dampen skin with Micronutrient Fine Mist or water and then gently massage Squalane + Vitamin C Rose Oil onto face and neck.

Add a few drops of this facial oil to a favourite foundation for a dewy radiance.

I love this oil, I have the full size and use it daily. It’s very light, feels hydrating , is the most delightful colour and has a beautiful soft rose scent. it’s just a lovely, lovely product.

Very happy with day 10!

Very happy with the two today!

I’ll need a serum for dummies conversation as I’ve never used them and I don’t know what I’ve to do with them :)

This is an excellent day for me too! @Zoetrope1 I love the Biossance Oil and have purchased myself previously. My skin is quite dry generally so I use an oil almost daily either morning or night and this is one of the best I have found, really light yet feels nourishing too without making me oily.

I've not tried the Barbara Sturm before and actually already have one this size in my stash which I was planning to start using once my current hyaluronic serum is finished. Crazy expensive though - I would never purchase this at full price. I've seen mixed reviews of Barbara Sturm products in general but this hyaluronic serum seems to come out better than some of her products.

@EasterIssland Serum is basically just the step after cleansing and misting/toning and before moisturising. It is usually considered the stage where you use some kind of active ingredient depending on what your skin needs. I alternate my serums and sometimes use a Vitamin C one if I think my skin needs brightening (like the Summer Fridays CC Me one we had last week) or sometimes a hyaluronic one such as this Barbara Sturm one if I need hydrating. I usually have about 3 on the go at once and swap them about depending on what I feel I need. The only one generally to be used at night only is a retinol or Vitamin A one.

Hope that helps, but I'm not an expert so sure someone else will be along with good advice soon too.

I’m very happy with today, looking forward to trying both of these

@bigdecisionstomake thanks I’ll try and introduce it in my routine

One of the reasons why I bought the calendar. I love this brand I bought one of this before summer and still using it mostly every day. Didn’t get sunburnt in the Croatian summer thanks to it

@EasterIssland Me too - my fave sunscreen ever and one of the reasons I chose Space NK this year as it will definitely get used. This one going in my stash however as I currently have two open at the same time, not sure how that happened!

Me too. I love it when it’s a product I’d be buying anyway, it makes the calendar worth the money

Oh I've been wanting to try this and nearly bought it a few times!

Agreed! I’m going back to Aus for Christmas so this is absolutely perfect. I’ve heard great things about this sunscreen! An excellent day for me.

Day 11, Ultra Violette Supreme Screen Hydrating Facial Skinscreen SPF 50+, 50ml full size, £34

Protect, hydrate and prime with Ultra Violette Supreme Screen Hydrating Facial Skinscreen SPF 50+, a moisturising facial lotion with high-factor sun protection.

Suitable for all skin types, this lightweight formula is infused with kakadu plum, a vitamin C-rich, antioxidant fruit extract that helps to protect the skin from damaging free radicals and environmental stressors. The addition of peptide dragosine plus helps to shield skin from the full spectrum of the sun’s rays as well as damaging blue light from screens, as well as promoting plump, hydrated skin.

This high-factor sunscreen leaves a satin finish on the skin without any tell-tale white cast. It leaves the skin feeling soft and refreshed while priming the complexion for makeup application.

KEY BENEFITS

Formulated as a sunscreen, moisturiser and primer for all skin types
Provides broad-spectrum UVA and UVB protection
Contains antioxidant-rich Kakadu plum
Protects against blue light damage
Hydrates the complexion
Leaves behind a satin finish