New trends and products for 2009!

I found this from fav beauty blog Cult Beauty about the new trends for 2009 in the fab world of beauty. I would like to add that I think mineral make up is going to be a big trend for this year as you see more and more ranges launch. Brands will also have to be more ethical in their packaging and CSR as well, with more pressure on them to be environmentally friendly.  

I am just about to start trying out the new Braun Silk-épil Xpressive Wet & Dry Epilator (£99) which has been specifically designed for women to create the most gentle form of epilation. It’s been predicted to be the 'must-have' beauty item of 2009 so I will keep you posted on how I get on!

After reading about Kyoku on Cult Beauty, I was delighted (Well my boyf was!) to try out the new Kyoku for men range, which has great packaging so can reside in my bathroom!! 

The facial moisturiser (£43) is incredibly hydrating for winter as it contains soline (derived from sunflower oil), while green tea leaf and avocado oil softens and rejuvenates skin. In addition, algotan (derived from brown seaweed) protects skin cells. My boyfriend absolutely loves this moisturiser and he is incredibly fussy so I am taking his word! The best bit is it includes anti-ageing bamboo, pea extract and Vitamin E and is SPF15 to protect against daily UV damage, so perfect for any upcoming ski holidays! Additionally, he also likedthe Kyoku Lip Fuel (SPF15) which is great to protect against chapped lips, as it contains 3 organic butters as well as avocado oil to soothe and moisturise. I will be stealing that I think! Check out Kyoku online here.