9/10 overall rating
I am reviewing two Garnier tanning products:
Garnier Ambre Solaire No Streaks Bronzer Self Tanning Mousse + Golden Shimmer
Garnier Summer Body Moisturising Lotion Sun-kissed Look in Medium to Dark Brown
The reason that I am reviewing them together is because I love using them together - they are a perfect match!
First of all, the mousse. First step is to exfoliate your whole body with special attention to ankles, knees, elbows and under the bust. To do this, I use an exfoliating glove with body wash in the shower. When I'm dry I apply moisturiser to the above mentioned areas (make sure it is a fairly plain, non-oily moisturiser). For best results, these two steps should be completed the day before the tan application. The next step is to shake the mousse bottle and apply it to either thin rubber gloves or a tanning mitt, one pump at a time. Rub the mousse into your skin in circular motions until it is all absorbed evenly (I usually begin with my lower leg). Continue this process, making sure you blend each new section into the last. When you've covered your whole body or just the desired areas, allow to dry by wearing loose fitting clothing (avoid bras!). I would usually do this at night and then wear a loose black night dress to bed. It usually doesn't colour my sheets, but if it does it always washes off in the washing machine. In the morning you will awake with a beautiful sun-kissed glow! If you find that you've missed a patch, or if any wears off from coming into contact with water, use the Summer Body Lotion to correct it. Also, you can use the Lotion to maintain your tan after the initial application (apply once per day).
As is to be expected with Garnier, these products smell fresh and fruity - none of that horrible chemical smell that is usually associated with tanning. The colour is great - natural looking, not orange.
Just as a side note, I would like to mention that I have very pale skin and these products still look natural on me. In regards to choosing a shade for the lotion, I chose medium to dark brown purely because it was recommended to me by someone who also has fairly pale skin. I am so glad I did not purchase the light shade - it would have taken so so many applications before it became visible! Don't be scared of the darker shade, it is lovely and still very gradual.
The mousse sells for around $13.95 and the lotion is around $6.95.
I recently blogged about Re Del Gelato, and mentioned that Gelatissimo is still my favourite place for gelato. So here's a review of Gelatissimo.
After a great meal at Majo's Casual Italian dining last weekend, my brother, my partner and I crossed the road for dessert at Re Del Gelato. I had read about both venues on urbanspoon.com. One reviewer even wrote that it was the best gelato in Brisbane. My response to that is soon to come...
First of all, the mousse. First step is to exfoliate your whole body with special attention to ankles, knees, elbows and under the bust. To do this, I use an exfoliating glove with body wash in the shower. When I'm dry I apply moisturiser to the above mentioned areas (make sure it is a fairly plain, non-oily moisturiser). For best results, these two steps should be completed the day before the tan application. The next step is to shake the mousse bottle and apply it to either thin rubber gloves or a tanning mitt, one pump at a time. Rub the mousse into your skin in circular motions until it is all absorbed evenly (I usually begin with my lower leg). Continue this process, making sure you blend each new section into the last. When you've covered your whole body or just the desired areas, allow to dry by wearing loose fitting clothing (avoid bras!). I would usually do this at night and then wear a loose black night dress to bed. It usually doesn't colour my sheets, but if it does it always washes off in the washing machine. In the morning you will awake with a beautiful sun-kissed glow! If you find that you've missed a patch, or if any wears off from coming into contact with water, use the Summer Body Lotion to correct it. Also, you can use the Lotion to maintain your tan after the initial application (apply once per day).
Yum yum yum - you are about to hear about a delicious new product! You may have noticed that Coles has brought out a whole range of products as part of their Simply Less line, for the health conscious. I've tried a few products from the range, including their Low Fat Sour Cream and Spicy Roast Pumpkin and Harissa Hommus dip. All have been excellent products and certainly don't compromise on taste. Yesterday I was checking out the health foods section of my local Coles when I came across the Simply Less range of dark chocolate. There are four choices: Plain Dark Chocolate, Dark Chocolate with Peppermint, Dark Chocolate with Coffee Beans and Dark Chocolate with Sweet Orange flavour. I'm a huge sucker for chocolate, and mint is one of my favourite flavours, so I picked it up and had a look at the nutritional info. I then compared it with the Well, Naturally brand of Mint Dark Chocolate, and found that the Coles Simply Less brand came out on top (84 calories per serve). So I decided to give it a try.
100% pure hydrolyzed whey protein
