Docteur Renaud: Carrot Radiance Cosmekit

I've been trying out Docteur Renaud's Carrot Radiance Programme (£29)* which is a home mini treatment kit which has similar benefits to a professional salon treatment in only 20 minutes. It is a bit of a treat as it is a single use kit but it does make the skin glow.

Ideal for a pamper session/girl's night in. It brightens and gives a healthy glow to tired, stressed and dull skin.

Step 1: Regenerate: Carrot Radiance Soft Peeling - which contains soft fruit AHAs of Peach, Apple, and Raspberry along with Carrot. The complexion is luminous. To use: Apply to a cotton pad and rub over the face and neck avoiding the eye area. Leave on for 5 minutes before rinsing with lukewarm water and patting dry.

Step 2: Energize: Vitamin C  Concentrate - this works like a vitamin booster for the skin.  To use: apply over the face and neck using gentle movements. Do not rinse.

Step 3: Illuminate: Radiance Carrot Mask - a fruity mask which leaves the skin looking clear, radiant and healthy. To use: apply in a medium thick layer over the face and neck. Leave on for 10 minutes before rinsing. Apply face cream.

I think this is a great little kit which left my skin looking and feeling amazing - healthy, luminous and nourished. It would make a great stocking filler/gift for a friend and perfect to use before a night out.

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April Empties

Here's what I've been using up in April:

Organic Surge Tropical Bergamot Shower Gel 250ml - love this. Already got another in my stash.

bodhi Desert Rose Rejuvenating Face Oil 30ml - this is a staple for me. Got another one to use.  See my review here*.

Lea Journo Hydrating Shampoo & Conditioner both 90ml - perfect size for travel these rich and hydrating hair products are super luxe.  See my review here. Would buy again.

Indie Lee Vanilla Citrus Moisturising Oil 4oz* - I loved this. See my review here*. Would buy.

John Masters Organics Lavender Rosemary Shampoo 30ml - I don't think I've tried a JMO product (well apart from their body scrub!) I haven't loved. Sure to pick this up full size at some point.

Bamford Geranium, Lavender & Peppermint Body Wash 50ml - nice to use would maybe purchase.

Bentley Organic Shampoo for Frequent use 50ml - this didn't really suit my hair type so wouldn't buy.

Pure & Light Organic Essential Hand Cream with Yarrow and Lavender 75ml* - this was one of the most luxurious hand creams I've used but at £39 I'd expect nicer packaging. The top of the tube split not long after I started using it.

Docteur Renaud Raspberry Cleansing Water 50ml* - this was lovely to use with a refreshing scent.  See my review here.

Shay & Blue Salt Caramel Fragrance 10ml - love this! My friend Julie bought me 30ml for my birthday. One of my favourite scents this year.

Therapie Himalayan Detox Salts 100g - I can't live without these relaxing and calming salts.

Dr Organic Pomegranate Deodorant 50ml - a staple. Also quite like the Rose Otto variety.

What have you been using up this month?

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Docteur Renaud Discovery Travel Bag

This fab little Docteur Renaud Discovery Travel Bag (£25) is available to buy exclusively from Skin Evolution Limited in the UK.  To buy telephone 01452 864574 or for more information you can email office@skinevolution.co.uk.

The kit includes 5 trial sizes: Raspberry Cleansing Water (50ml), Raspberry Soft Cream (15ml), Raspberry Soft Mask (15ml), Carrot Scrub Detox (15ml) and Apple Eye Cream (5ml).  It would make a great Mother's Day gift or a treat for yourself or a friend as well as being a perfect introduction to the range.

I was sent the Raspberry Cleansing Water (50ml)* to review.

A light and refreshing micellar water cleanser which has a delicious raspberry scent. It removes make up, cleanses and tones in one step leaving the skin feeling comfortable and clean.  I use it alone on non or light make up days following up with a cleansing balm on heavier make up days.

This is really lovely to use and I definitely want to try more of the products. Have you tried the Docteur Renauld range?

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Docteur Renaud Mango Hand & Nail Cream

This Docteur Renauld Mango hand & nail cream (75ml - £13.30)* smells good enough to eat! It is packed full of deliciously fruity Mango Butter, Shea Butter, Jojoba, Mimosa and Sunflower vegetable waxes.

Suitable for all skin types the cream absorbs quickly softening and repairing dry hands and nails.  You only need the tiniest amount for super soft hands. Use as often as required throughout the day. This is the first Docteur Renaud product I've tried before and I'm impressed!  Have you tried any products from the brand?

See more details on the website here.

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