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Now, you all know what this is!
The thing is, I hadn't ever been able to splurge and buy the full size product. So when Glamour magazine offered a sample size, I jumped at the chance. They were also offering a sample of the 'Bad Gal Lash' mascara and a sample of the 'That gal', which I have ended up with as it made my friend break out.
The sample is only 7.5ml, but I have been able to get a good few uses out of it. The POREfessional claims to 'Quickly minimise the appearance of pores & fine lines for smoother-than-smooth skin', this it really does!
I've always had an issue with large pores on my nose and chin, yet this magic balm completely minimises the appearance of them and once I apply foundation on top, they are barely visible at all.
I love the fact that the product is smooth but not greasy and a little goes a very long way.
I am absolutely dying to get my hands on a full size, but unfortunately we have to move house within the next month so money is going to be incredibly tight for at least the next two.
I can only hope that a family member reads this, takes pity on me and decides to treat me to this £23.50 piece of beauty. Eh, who am I kidding?! I best start saving.
What do you guys think of the POREfessional? Do you love it as much as me?

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Glossybox January Review Week - Day Two

Hi Lovelies!

Todays product is the Murad Skin Perfecting Primer, I received a 5ml sample which has lasted me a good few tries. For a 30ml full size product you can expect to pay £29.00.

The Murad primer is oil free and is said to give a "radiant glow, powered by light-enhancing minerals."

The product does have a colour which I originally thought was going to be far too dark for me, but when blended into the skin, it worked perfectly.

I loved this product from the instant I applied it, it certainly gave that dewy finish we all crave for and I really felt as though I could go without wearing foundation, which for me is always a plus. As you can see from the photos below, the primer minimised redness and softened the look of my skin. I can say that being a primer it certainly doesn't give much coverage, but if you are  lucky enough to have good skin, it's a great alternative if you don't want to wear heavy foundation.