Well here we are LOCKDOWN! I hope you’re all doi Well here we are LOCKDOWN! I hope you’re all doing ok?
I’ve been thinking about what I’m going to do over this time period and how to get the most out of it.
Being the final 6 months of my PhD, I will have to start writing my thesis now instead of later but to break that time up with more fun things (not that science isn’t fun 🙄). I’m thinking baking, play the piano and experimenting with makeup! It doesn’t matter that no one is going to see my makeup or hear me play, I’m doing it for me but at the same time I’m not going to force myself to do to anything I don’t feel like or feel pressured to learn something new or start something big just because we have this time. 
I think it’s important to take a break and reset without anything or anyone sucking your energy. Only do things that you really want to and help you feel better now and for the future when this is over.
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Glossier Milky jelly cleanser, cloud paint and balm dot com
November 5, 2017 Lips•Skin Care•Skin Deep

Do you Need to Join the Glossier Bandwagon?

Glossier.

Pronunciation: Gloss-ee-ey

Sounds fancy. Oui?

Glossier is the Cult American beauty brand that celebrates real girls in real life and last month us Brits went gaga over Glossier when it was announced they were launching in the UK.

It was the evening of the first launch day when after reading the thousands of tweets within the beauty blogosphere (we really do egg each other on when it comes to new beauty products), I finally cracked from the FOMO and made my purchases. I decided to go for three items. Very modest I know but I wanted just a glimpse into the gloss before I did what I do best and go on a mad shopping spree. The products I went for were the Milky Jelly Cleanser, Birthday Balm Dotcom and Beam Cloud Paint.

Being very much a brand of the moment, I know you might have read a million and one blog posts on Glossier but I’m going to give a completely 100% honest review on all the products I purchased. So if you’re still on that fence then go ahead, read one more to help you decide.

Milky Jelly Cleanser

Hailed as the ultimate daily face wash, I had really high hopes for this cleanser. Cute name, cute packaging, all I needed was for all that cuteness to transfer to my face. Glossier say you can use this wash in two different ways. On wet skin at the start of the day or massaged onto dry skin to remove makeup even mascara.

Consistency-wise it definitely lives up to its jelly name. It’s a gorgeous thick gel that feels great on the skin. It contains rose water which gives it a lovely subtle scent of, you’ve guessed it, rose and just one pump is enough to cover my face in jelly goodness. As a makeup remover, it does remove my foundation and lighter makeup but I find I do have to go in for a second cleanse to get my skin really clean and that’s exactly what I’d call it. A second cleanser. I prefer to take my makeup off with a cleansing balm or makeup remover then go in with the Milky Jelly Cleanser. In terms of the condition of my skin. It does feel very soft and possibly more nourished but I’m not blown away by the results and for £15 I’m not sure I’ll be repurchasing.

Glossier milky jelly cleanser

Glossier milky jelly cleanser

Glossier milky jelly cleanser, balm dot com, cloud paint

Glossier milky jelly cleanser

Birthday Balm Dotcom

Anything lips and I need it, so one of the multipurpose lip & skin Balm Dotcom was at the top of my list. I opted for Birthday as I love that deliciously vanilla sweet fragrance that always puts me in the party mood. Birthday also has a touch of glitter that when applied to your lips gives them a subtle shimmery sheen. However, with that shimmer comes consequences. Although it’s not over the top in its shimmery-ness it does mean this particular Balm Dotcom is really only suitable for lips. Same with the sheer tinted flavours, Cherry and Rose. That’s ok though as there is still the Original, Mint and Coconut that can be applied wherever, whenever and for £10 if you want something that is a truly multipurpose salve I’d spend that tenner on one of these three.

The thick waxy formula of Balm Dotcom means it is extremely long lasting and it does feel ultra moisturising on the lips. A note of caution to all perfectionists, because the balm is so thick it’s not the easiest to get out the tube unless you give it a good squeeze which causes finger dents in the packaging, a lot like a really used bottle of toothpaste and if you squeeze too hard you will end up with a lot of unused salve that unfortunately will go to waste unless you fancy sparkly skin.

Glossier Birthday Balm Dot Com

Glossier Birthday Balm DotCom

Cloud Paint – Beam

Lastly is the famous Cloud Paint. I’m a peach blush gal so the shade beam was an obvious choice. The lighter than air gel-cream formula makes it super easy to apply and I have to say I’ve never had more fun with a blusher than I have using Cloud Paint. Literally a dab, the smallest, teeniest amount is all you need for a healthy flushed glow that I swear makes me look years younger.

It did take some getting used to after spending years with blush powder and a trusty makeup brush but I’m an official liquid blush convert. To get those youthful rosy cheeks will set you back £15. However, I’m pretty sure one bottle will probably last you the rest of your life, even past death where you can get someone to apply it on you at your funeral. Forever Young.

Glossier Birthday Balm Dotcom, milky jelly cleanser, cloud paint

Glossier Cloud Paint Beam

Glossier Cloud Paint Beam

Overall, my Glossier trip has been one hell of a ride, with high points and low points. None of the products here were terrible, far from it. As a brand, I think Glossier really seem to listen to their customers about what they want and tie it all in white & baby pink packaging with stickers on top (oh yes there are stickers!) but apart from the cloud paint there was nothing I was particularly bowled over by. This doesn’t mean I won’t be trying other items. I’ve heard positive things about the Priming Moisturiser and Boy Brow. Plus their website is an absolute joy to shop on!

So will you be going Glossier?

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  1. ROSEYGOLDBOX says

    November 5, 2017 at 8:23 pm

    A lovely review, after watching many youtubers talk about this brand and the mixed reviews I think it is highly over rated but the packaging looks lush! xx
    -ROSEYGOLDBOX
    http://www.roseygoldbox.blogspot.co.uk

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  2. Ellie says

    November 5, 2017 at 9:39 pm

    Ooh wow what a great review! I love glossier I also bought the jelly cleanser and see what you mean as it doesn’t do too well on eye makeup. I was undecided about the cloud paint but as you got on so well with it I might have to pick it up

    Ellie
    http://www.headintheclouds.me.uk

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  3. emily says

    November 5, 2017 at 9:42 pm

    Ive heard so much about glossier now its come to the uk, but I still havent tried anything! I love the way they make the experience of shopping so enjoyable with the experience and packaging. Its a shame you werent bowled over by any of the products though!

    Fab post hunni!! xx

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  4. rachel louise 🐰🌻 (@kyvbey) says

    November 5, 2017 at 9:58 pm

    The Glossier packaging is so beautiful! I love how delicate and gentle their products seem, and versatile too. I haven’t succumbed to FOMO just yet, but my friend uses her Cloud Balm as a light, peachy lipstick and a blush x

    Rachel | kyvbey.blogspot.com

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  5. Megan says

    November 5, 2017 at 10:14 pm

    I’ve certainly heard glossier doing the rounds recently but I didn’t pick anything up for myself. It sounds like you’ve had a bit of a mixed bag but I don’t think I’ve ever liked every single thing a brand has brought out so it’s probably no bad thing! It’s also nice to see some negatives in a review for change!

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  6. Creative Nails says

    November 5, 2017 at 10:33 pm

    Such a good review of these problems. I’ve heard of the brand before but haven’t tried anything yet. I like the sound of Birthday Balm Dotcom!

    Amy,
    https://creativenails.uk

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  7. Eleanor says

    November 6, 2017 at 8:51 am

    I have seen Glossier everywhere and your post has made me more tempted to try some products 😍

    Reply
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