A Review: Nanoblur

 Nanoblur

Look up to 10 years younger in 40 seconds

 What Do I Think?

I'll begin this review by saying that I would imagine I'm not exactly the target market Nanonblur have in mind, being in my {mid} twenties. Having said that, I am aware of my skin beginning to show it's first signs of ageing, and am keen to take preventative measures when possible. There was much hype surrounding Nanoblur - I believe it sold out in minutes - at it's release in Boots in October 2011, after all, a product that claims to make you look 10 years younger in just 40 seconds, well, that's something. Although, do I really want to look as if I'm in my {mid} teens again...I digress. I suppose the crux of this review is, does it work? The answer, in a not so simple way, is yes...but, there is always a but! As the name would suggest, to me at least, this product can only give the impression of younger looking skin, by blurring the lines and wrinkles on your face, creating the illusion of smoother, and therefore more youthful, looking skin. As the nano part suggests, it does this pretty quickly. My issues lie with the way it makes my skin feel, rather than how it looks. If I love a product enough, then I am prepared to forgo the less-than-perfect aspects of it, but I'm still on the fence with Nanoblur, I have to admit.

 

As you can see, the product itself is a completely unassuming gel like consistency, white with a vaguely herbal, medicinal scent. It sinks into the skin instantly, but leaves a slightly furry feeling residue on some parts of my skin, although on other parts it just feels very smooth, and slightly tight. It is very mattifying, which adds to it's smoothing effects, creating that illusion of younger, firmer skin. When I initially began trying this, I didn't use foundation, but from other reviews I've read, there are only specific types that will work well in conjunction with Nanoblur, others I'm afraid, will leave a clumpy, patchy mess {this is designed to be applied under powder, or over liquid foundation). If I apply even slightly too much, my concealer clumps and visibly sits in my fine lines, creating the exact opposite of what I'm attempting to achieve. Therefore, I've decided to give this a miss for the moment, especially now I'm enjoying wearing foundation that gives a flawless finish. I shall wait until I'm looking even more old and haggard, and try again.

Where Is It Available?

Nanoblur is available to buy instore and online from Boots in the UK. Check their website for more stockist and product information.

How Much Does It Cost?

A 30ml tube retails for £19.99.

Would I Recommend It?

Based on my current usage {none}, and my initial, inconclusive thoughts, I don't feel able to make a satisfactory recommendation. What I will suggest however, is that if you wish to try it out for yourself, by all means do, and please let me know how you get on.

Star Rating:

Unrated

Disclaimer: Product was provided as part of a Twitter giveaway I won, hosted by the Nanoblur PR company. I am not affiliated in any way with Nanoblur. Some links may be affiliate links.