Summer essentials (Part 1)

Hi guys,

I don't know how you can function in this crazily hot weather but I am definitely not a summer person! However, I still can't live without moisturizer even when the temperature reaches its highest. I know some of us might think that it's not necessary to use them during summer time because we suppose the sun already does the job! Well, in fact, it's still recommended to moisturize our skin daily regardless of the season since moisturizing can help stabilize your skin moisture and soothe skin better.


Currently, I'm pretty happy with two of my favorite purchases of the season! Both of them are limited edition moisturizers from Sephora, however, each features a different function!

(Now $7 - Originally $12)

The first one I got is Philosophy Snow Kisses Body Lotion. Just because it's summer doesn't mean you can't go for something "snowy"! The original price is $12, but luckily, I got it on sale for only $7 (yes, I'm absolutely a sale goer)! It smells fresh just like snow, a perfect choice to calm you down from the heat. It also does leave you a soft and moisturized skin after applying. Non-greasy and long lasting are also some characters that I'd like to describe about this product.

I love Philosophy products because they always offer high quality but sadly, their prices are usually a little too high for my budget! However, Sephora was able to solve my price tag problem when they marked the price of this fancy down to a drugstore price! It's only available online though (I think that's why its price is much cheaper than others of the same collection!). Give it a try and I'm sure you'll love it just as much as I do!

(Now $5 - Original price $16)

Another great product that I'm satisfied with is Sephora Moisturizing Bronzing Body Lotion. The original price is $16 but it's on sale now and is just as low as $5! It might not be the most perfect bronzing lotion if you're looking for something that can transform your skin to an absolutely tan-tan complexion, however, there's no doubt in my mind that its marked-down price is unbeatable! It does absorb quickly, last long but doesn't leave a greasy feeling to your skin or stink like other tanning products. Instead, it gives you a naturally radiant glow and shimmering complexion under the sun! The lotion is nicely scented just as how you like other regular moisturizers. If you don't have an even skin tone like me, this product is your great way to go. (My skin is literally ombré from head to toes because my face is the tannest spot on my body while it lightens downwards---I know it's like magic, right?). 

So yes, this baby is recommended to those whose complexion is from medium to fair. It makes no difference but gives me a shimmering look when I apply it on my arms (because they're already so tan!) but does make a big difference when I apply on lighter skin areas (like how it changes my leg complexion to make my skin tone look more even and match with other parts on my body!)

Here is a picture I took so that you can compare!

(I had to cut the background because it's way too messy!)

Surprisingly enough, this Sephora bronzing lotion does LAST LONG DAY AFTER DAY!! The color still stays after I took a shower this morning like I had just applied it a few hours ago (it is said in the product description but I didn't believe it at first, wow!). So, if your budget only allows you to spend $5 on a tanning lotion, keep this one in mind! 

Please feel free to share your experience by commenting down below, I'd love to learn more from you guys! Think that I should try to take off the color again now, hope you find this post helpful! XD

Love <3

My Little Ville