Silkn Glide IPL System: 7 Week Update

On Sunday (22nd March) I used the Silkn Glide HPL System for the seventh week in a row and I'm noticing some great results. I wrote a post about my initial impressions and how the device works, here. One point to note before I write about my results and experiences is that everyone is different so this product will work better/worse depending on your skin/hair colour, what level you use, how often you use it and your hair growth cycle.

I first started using the device on the lowest/weakest setting (level 1). From weeks 3 to 5 I have been using it on level 2 and now for weeks 6 to 7 I am using the device on level 3. The level you can use is dependant on your skin and hair colour. The lower the setting the quicker it will be to use and the higher the setting the brighter the light and the more effective it will be. I feel as though my hair is quite stubborn and the higher the setting the better. Level 3 is working much better than the two previous levels for me personally. 

I have only used the device on my legs and after about 3/4 weeks I started to notice some results - sparse patches around my ankles which have stayed virtually hair free! In other areas (around the back of my legs and around my knees) the hair hasn't disappeared but the thickness has been dramatically reduced - the hair seems to be half the thickness than it was before I started using the HPL system. 

I have used the device for seven weeks now and as well as the sparse areas around my ankles and the back of my legs, I have also noticed some sparse areas on my shins which is the area that is the most dense and stubborn *TMI*. I am now using the device more thoroughly and it does take longer (about 20 minutes) but I definitely think that the higher levels are better for my skin/hair type. Between the weeks 1 to 5 I wasn't using the device very accurately/thoroughly but now it does take longer as I am trying to cover every little area - it is difficult to know where I've used it. I think I will have to keep using it for at least another couple of months to see more results but so far I am very happy with the progress. I will update in a month or two on my continued progress. 

Overall, the device is easy to use and it is pain-free (I just experience a slight warming sensation but nothing painful or even uncomfortable). The device is a little loud on the higher settings and after using it for a while but so far I would recommend it. I personally wish the progress was a little quicker but I can't have everything; also I wish the instructions were more helpful/in depth.  For more information on how the device works, how you should use it and more check out my first post on the Silkn Glide HPL System (here) or the Silkn Solutions website (here). 

Have you tried a HPL/light or laser hair removal device? 

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March Beauty Favourites + Currently Loving

I cannot believe that it is spring already! This months favourites post is very spring like as there are so many bright, colourful products and some new spring beauty releases too. My March favourites is a bit different this time around as I am going to talk about my favourites for the month as well as a few products that I only received about five days ago but I've been obsessed with! 

Skin + Bodycare: Firstly a product I have been testing for the past 7 weeks, the Silkn Glide HPL System which I'm starting to notice some pretty great results from; I'm getting some sparse areas on my legs *TMI* - full 7 week review will be live this week. Next up is a re-discovery, I bought a new head for my Clarisonic Mia recently and I have been using it non-stop. I bought the delicate head and it's perfect for my sensitive skin; my skin hasn't been this smooth and clear for so long. Lastly for bodycare is my Sanctuary Spa Body Brush which I wouldn't recommend as it keeps falling apart but it does make such a difference to my skin. I use it on my legs and arms mainly and it keeps my skin feeling so smooth and it helps prevent ingrown hairs. I definitely need to buy a new one! I've also been a bit addicted to my EOS lip balms throughout March, especially the Lemon Drop flavour. 

Makeup: My favourite part of my monthly favourites posts is the makeup section but this month I only have a couple of products that I have been loving consistently. The YSL Touche Eclat is a product that I won in a massive Marie Claire competition last year but I never got on with it, until now. I have been using it under my eyes and on any areas of darkness and it makes such a difference in terms of brightening; it doesn't cake up or look heavy and it blends like a dream! My next makeup favourite is the new Benefit Roller Lash Mascara which everyone and their dog seem to be raving about. I love the packaging and the length/definition I get from this mascara; also it's so easy to remove unlike all of my other mascaras!

Currently loving: The new Bourjois Aqua Lacquers are a 'currently loving' favourite as I have only had them for about five days but I have been using them multiple times each day and they are gorgeous! I have the shades 01 and 02 which are beautiful spring pinky nudes - full review post coming soon. I bought another product from Bourjois as it was 3 for 2 at Boots *I can never say no to a 3 for 2 offer* so I picked up the Bourjois Healthy Balance Powder and I now understand why everyone raves about it. It's a gorgeous, lightweight powder that sets my makeup perfectly. 

A few honourable mentions this month: I've been having so many baths this month due to testing the HPL system so much so that I have used up all of my Lush and Bomb Cosmetics bath bombs but I've loved each one! I have also been loving body sugar scrubs particularly my FAME scrub (full review, here) and my Lush Sandy Santa Scrub. Lastly, I have been loving the Benefit Gimme Brow which works so much better for me since my brows are now naturally fuller thanks to the Librow serum.

Which beauty products have you been loving through March? Have you tried any of the products I have featured?

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