AUGUST FAVOURITES

~ AUGUST FAVOURITES! ~

DOVE Go Fresh Nourishing Body Wash

(Cucumber & Green Tea!)

This body wash feels so relaxing at the end of a long day as well as doing wonders

to wake me up first thing in the morning! Loving the scent of this Dove range, which

is why it's a big fav of mine this past month! My daughter even uses it in the bath! :)

TRESEMME' Platinum Strength Stay Soft Leave In Treatment

I've been using this almost every single day before styling my hair in the morning.

It's the perfect, easy to use product for me because I don't have to think too much about

how to use it. Wet or dry hair, it doesn't matter, just work it through to repair up to 2 years

damage to your hair! Makes my hair feel super soft and generally just looks a whole lot healthier!

TRILOGY Very Gentle Moisturising Cream

I recently dug this sort of old product out of one of the never ending beauty draws which resides

 in my bathroom. ;) Don't we all have at least one?

Anyway, another super easy to product to use either day and/or night.
Feels very soothing and leaves skin super soft.
Contains natural spring water, chamomile and calendula!

SKIN DOCTORS Cosmeceuticals Younger Hands

After more months than I like to admit, I've begun using hand cream again.

My hands are probably the most aged part of my whole body. :(
This promises to help your hands look 10 years younger in just 6 weeks!
I think it's been doing a pretty good job thus far.
I use this at night just before bed.

FACE OF AUSTRALIA Mineral Therapy Illuminator

(In Angel Flame!)

I've never used Illuminators very much, but having discovered a few of them lately,

I can no longer ignore them because they are just too pretty!

I am a sucker for shiny, glittery and sparkly anything, and so this one is no exception!

Creates a stunning, illuminous, subtle glow!

MAYBELLINE Dream Pure BB 8-in-1 BB Cream

(In Light!)

On days when just at home and with no plans to go out or see anybody, I usually just slap

on some BB cream instead of applying a full face of foundation because it's just quicker

and get's the job done in livening my face up and hiding any imperfections just in case there's

a knock at the door, or I have to go out quickly for some reason.

I am particularly fond of this BB cream because the colour just seems to look seamless on my skin.

It neither looks cakey, oily or dry on my skin. It just looks exactly like my skin, only perfected!

INDEED Laboratories Nanoblur

I won't give too much away about this product just yet as I'm currently still in the middle of 

trialling this, but obviously I'm loving it or it wouldn't be here included in my favs!
There seems to be rush of 'Blur' kind of products on the market at the moment and it seems

like most brands are getting in on the act, releasing their own version claiming to be the best.

This one has me flawed! Even on days when I've had barely any sleep and am stressed to the max,

this does absolute wonders! I've never tried anything like it! Amaze!! 

SUKIN Facial Treatment Oil

If you've used Sukin before, then you know how gorgeous their products are!

I can't stop using this treatment oil on my skin, it's sooo nice! I originally started using it on my face

to help with the slight acne scaring on my cheeks, and now I'm using a little bit of it on my

pregnancy stretch marks and it's really toning down the scaring. 

Full of vitamin and antioxidants as well as fatty acids. 

ARBONNE Lipstick

(In Candy Friandise!)

I know I have included this in a favourites post before and here it is again!
I've found myself reaching for this lipstick the most this past month.

It's the most wearable, natural shade. It just adds the perfect amount of natural pink to your

lips to make them look like they're just naturally that perfect shade!

Love the way it feels on my lips, moisturising, smooth and barely noticeable.

Love Candy!

xo

Missed yesterday's post?

August Empties!

Have you entered my GIVEAWAY? (CLOSED!)

Only 27 days left to enter!!!

Let's follow each other!

Facebook | Twitter | Youtube | Instagram | Pinterest

*Not sponsored!

*Some of these products may have been sent to me for review, 

however this does in no way hinder sharing my absolute honest opinion on them!

EMPTIES

~ August Empties! ~

What!? It's the end of August??

Somebody pinch me because I must be dreaming!

How can it feel like only yesterday I began this blog in January,

celebrated my 30th birthday & now I need to kick my butt into gear

& figure what on earth I'm going to do for my son's first birthday next month!

This year has whizzed by in what feels like 5 minutes!

In working through my abundance of endless crap which I love,

I've been sticking to my no spending rule as I continue the sloooow

process of de-cluttering my beauty stash.

Here is an overview of my hard work this past month!

So let's break it down...

Herbal Essences Honey I'm Strong Shampoo

Dove Firming Lotion

Pantene Daily Moisture Renewal Shampoo

Colgate Maximum Cavity Protection Toothpaste

Face of Australia Fully Loaded Black Mascara

Prestige LashMatrix Black Mascara x2

Schick Hydro Silk Razor Refill

Wet Ones Antibacterial Hand & Body Wipes 80pk

Wotnot Natural Organic Biodegradable Wipes 20pk

Total of 10 products used up, not a bad effort!

Let's see if I can top that next month...

Love Candy! 

xo

Missed yesterday's post? 

My Bucket List!

Have you entered my GIVEAWAY? 

Enter here!

Let's follow each other! 

Facebook | Twitter | Youtube | Instagram | Pinterest

* Not sponsored! 

My Bucket List

~ My Bucket List ~

Everyone has one, I've just decided to put mine on virtual paper.

I hope you enjoy and maybe are inspired to make and acumplish

your own list.

As a bit of a motivator to remind myself, I'll be putting a line through
each one as I do them.

Some of these are pretty huge, so it will probably take me sometime before they're
all achieved!

1.) Purchase my own home
2.) Swim with dolphins
3.) Go whale watching
4.) Travel to as many countries as I can
5.) Buy an investment property (the more the better!)
6.) Get my ears pierced one last time
7.) Take my babies to Disneyland, Peppa Pig World & Hello Kitty World
8.) Have a garden where I can grow all my own fruit & veg
9.) See snow!
10.) Dye my hair crazy rainbow colour/s
11.) Go bareback horse riding on the beach
12.)  See the tallest building in Dubai
13.) Walk along the Great Wall of China
14.) See the Northern Lights
15.) See the Hollywood sign
16.) Walk along the Hollywood Walk of Fame
17.) Climb the Sydney Harbour Bridge
18.) See the Pyramids
19.) Visit the Playboy mansion
20.) Ride in the London Eye
21.) Visit Ireland and look for the Lochness
22.) Go skinny dipping
23.) Celebrate new years in NYC
24.) Get a psychic reading
25.) Turn my blog/youtube into my real job

It's changed a bit, but you can watch my old bucket list video below if you like!

What's on your Bucket List?

Let me know below!

I'd love to draw ideas and inspiration from your ideas & keep updating my list.

:)

Love Candy! 

xo

Missed yesterday's post? 

My Moisturising Obsession

Have you entered my GIVEAWAY? 

Enter here!

Let's follow each other! 

Facebook | Twitter | Youtube | Instagram | Pinterest

* Not sponsored! 

MOISTURISERS

~ Moisturisers ~

I have a problem...!!!

So if you've been regularly reading my blog from the beginning you know that

I am trying to de-clutter my home. We have two little ones to make space for in

our little rented unit. So today was another look into my beauty cupboard to

see what I could either use up, toss, sell or giveaway.

This is when it dawned on me... I have more moisturisers, body lotions, shimmers

& creams than I'll probably ever use! O_o

I'll admit, I knew I had quite a few and I swear I've been really good at lathering up

after I shower every single day, but upon actually digging them all out today it shocked me at how

much I have actually accumulateted! 

I honesty haven't purchased anything you'll see below since starting this blog at

the beginning of the year!

I have been very well behaved! ;)

 Just to clarify, a lot of these products have either been

given to me as gifts, sent to me to review, product trials or prizes that I've won.

Overview!

My Jessica Simpson Dessert Treats obsession...

Hula Girl Body Lotion

Creamsicle Whipped Cream x2

Cotton Candy Whipped Cream

Lollipop Whipped Cream

Banana Split Whipped Cream x2

Butterscotch Toffee Whipped Cream

Banana Split Body Frosting

(I purchased these off eBay in a random bulk lot which is why there are doubles!)

Hands

Avon Hand Care Complex (GIFT)

SugarBaby Frangipani Deluxe Hand Creme (PURCHASED)

Vaseline Intensive Care Hand & Nail Lotion (PURCHASED)

Skin Doctors Younger Hands (TRIAL)

Feet

(Just the ONE aaaand it's almost empty!!)

Aroma Body Essence Aromatherapy Foot Lotion (GIFT)

Other Multi Use Product (Hands, feet, legs)

Lanolips Lovely Lanolin Golden Ointment (PRIZE)

Face/Anti Ageing

Elizabeth Arden Prevage Anti-Ageing Skin Tone Corrector (PRIZE)

Olay Regenerist Revitalising Hydrating Cream (TRIAL)

Clinique Moisture Surge Intense Skin Fortifying Hydrator (PRIZE)

Kora Organics Day & Night Cream (PURCHASED)

LaMer Moisturising Cream (FREE SAMPLE)

Sukin Facial Moisturiser (TRIAL)

Dove Protective Moisturising Lotion (PURCHASED)

Papulex Oil Free Cream (TRIAL)

Trilogy Moisturising Cream (FREE)

Lancome Renergie Nuit Multi-Lift Night Cream (PRIZE)

Body

Seraphina Happy Go Lovely Body Custard (FREE)

Dove Intensive Cellulite Gel Cream (PURCHASED)

Johnsons Hair Minimizing Body Lotion (PURCHASED)

Nivea Smooth Care Lotion (PURCHASED)

SugarBaby Beauty Queen Alluring Body Lotion (PURCHASED)

Tanning

Bondi Sands Everyday Gradual Tanning Milk (PRIZE)

Bondi Sands Everyday Gradual Tanning Milk (PRIZE)

Le Tan Tanning Gel Bronze Gradual Tan (PRIZE)

Shimmers

Angelic Halo Whispering Clouds Hydrating Sorbet (PURCHASED)

Frangipani Shimmering Body Mousse (PURCHASED)

Sugarbaby Bomb Shell Satin Body Souffle (PURCHASED)

Diva Coco Beach Body Lotion (PURCHASED)

Diva Sheer Shimmer Body Lotion (PURCHASED)

ModelCo Glossed Nourishing Body Cream (PURCHASED)

Avon Far Away Shimmer Gel (GIFT)

Higher End Stuff

Anna Sui Secret Wish Body Lotion (PURCHASED)

Victoria's Secret Dream Angels Heavenly Angel Touch Lotion (GIFT)

Elizabeth Arden Pretty Body Lotion (PURCHASED)

Anna Sui Secret Wish Body Lotion (PURCHASED)

Celebrity Scented

Britney Spears Fantasy Body Souffle (GIFT)

Paris Hiltons CanCan Body Lotion (GIFT)

Britney Spears Curious Body Souffle (PURCHASED)

Britney Spears Believe Body Souffle (GIFT)

Christina Aguilera  Body Lotion (PURCHASED)

So as you can see, if you only count the items I have actually purchased,

I really wouldn't have so much of a problem.

 But really, who can turn down fun, exciting,

new beauty products to play with when they're offered?

Not me, I'm obsessed!

I will be updating this post by crossing out products as I use them up/give them away, etc!

Have you accidentally overloaded on a particular beauty product?

How do you work through them all?

Love Candy! 

xo

Missed yesterday's post? 

FOA Illuminator

Have you entered my GIVEAWAY? 

Try your luck! 

Let's follow each other! 

Facebook | Twitter | Youtube | Instagram | Pinterest

* Not sponsored! 

ILLUMINATOR

~ Face Of Australia ~

Mineral Therapy

Illuminator

in

Angel Flame!

Who doesn't just love illuminators!?

They have got to be one of the prettiest makeup products out there!

This one is no exception.  

First of all I think the name of this particular

shade, 'Angel Flame' fits it perfectly. If close my eyes and imagine what an

Angel's flame might look like, this would be the colour. A beautiful almost

rose gold, shimmery formulation that adds the perfect highlighting

effect to your cheekbones.

 Personally I think illuminators if applied

carefully and sparingly can be used as a bit of an all rounder.

This is especially handy if this is all you happen to have on you in an

emergency. Let me explain...

Most of us know that certain lip sticks and perhaps a certain type of gloss

or balm does a great job at being versatile in that we can get away with using

them for not only our lips, but as a blush or on our cheeks or cheekbones too.

So why not use an Illuminator on our eyes, waterline and lips?

Bare with me when I make this suggestion, I mean use it like you would

normally. Illuminators go a long, long way! You only need the tiniest bit of

product to get the job done, or you risk looking like a full on decked out

Christmas tree!

Let me know if you try it, I would love to hear about your experiences! 

Do you use certain products for more than they're designed for?

Love Candy! 

Missed yesterday's post? 

Maybelline Color Tattoos

Have you entered my GIVEAWAY? 

Click here!

Let's follow each other! 

Facebook | Twitter | Youtube | Instagram | Pinterest

* Not sponsored! 

MAYBELLINE

~Maybelline ~

24hr

Color Tattoos

____________________________________________________________

I don't have any real tattoos, personally I think they really suit and

look awesome on some people, but they just aren't for me.

However, this sort of tattoo, the makeup kind, I am more than happy to

play with and explore! Being able to create different styles, looks & effects

that I can simply wash off if I stuff it up or tire of it, at the end of the day

makes me much more comfortable with exploring brave colours!

Today I share with you two bold, vibrant shades from my collection.

Pomegranate Punk

I would describe this shade as maroon with tiny shimmer throughout.

Much the same formula to the NYX eyeshadow base in Pearl which I love

and use almost everyday! I am not shy when it comes to shimmer and being a

bit bold with makeup. I love to experiment with colours and textures!

What I love about these Color Tattoos is that they are buildable.

You don't necessarily have to wear them as boldly as they appear in their pots!

You can use them as a base to really make your powder shadow pop,

or wear them in their own right, allowing them to shine!

Fierce & Tangy

This colour is much more daring but works surprisingly well when

applied sparingly and blended with slightly darker and warmer shades.

I like to use this mostly as a base in the inner half of my lid which opens and

brightens up the eye area. Then completing the look with say the Pomegranate

Punk as the base for the outer half of the lid with a slightly lighter,

 (or darker depending on the time of day and occasion!) similar shade

over the top and then blending the two together. I love these shades because they

work nicely together, perfect for all seasons but especially for Autumn/Fall.

What shades do you recommend work well blended together?

Love Candy! 

xo

Missed my last post? 

My Sukin Skincare Routine

Have you entered my GIVEAWAY? 

Follow Me On Instagram To Win!

Let's follow each other! 

Facebook | Twitter | Youtube | Instagram | Pinterest

* Not sponsored! 

SUKIN

~ SUKIN ~

AUSTRALIAN NATURAL SKINCARE

I have been in a bit of a skincare rut lately.

Not really using anything specifically special for my skin or paying all that much

attention. I've kind of just been on auto pilot, just using up the random skincare

products in my bathroom before letting myself go out and splurg on anything else.

Luckily my skin has been well behaved during this time and I've been pretty

content with plodding along slowly using up each product which seems to take

FOREVERRRR. ....!!!

So when an opportunity came along to try out a brand new skincare routine

tailored specifically just for my skin, (which is normal, how boring i know!) 

what beauty addict could resist!?

Thanks to RESCU, I was able to give this Australian brand a go and see

just what my skin thought about it.

Below I share my thoughts on each product...

Foaming Facial Cleanser

Sulphate & Paraben Free

This cleanser feels mild and gentle on my skin.
If foams up slightly, but isn't overly bubbly.
I have really been enjoying using this in my new skincare routine
as it works well for my skin type. It doesn't dry my skin out, yet
I can still feel the difference after cleansing as my skin feels refreshed
and free of excess oil, makeup and grime from a long day.

Hydrating Mist Toner

Alcohol & Paraben Free

I've not had a lot of experience with mist toners before.
I usually use the ones you swipe over your face with a cotton ball,
which I really enjoy using as they do a great job at catching any excess
makeup, oil or grime. This one works a little different not only because this is
obviously a spray, but because this works to hydrate your skin anytime of the day!
It feels unbelievably soothing and refreshing especially first thing
in the morning when your face is still struggling to wake up!
 You can use it on both naked skin or over your makeup. Pretty clever!
I look forward to using this when it warms up in the summer months for a
cooling refreshment and pick me up.

Facial Moisturiser

Paraben Free

You can really notice the difference between when you use a regular
moisturiser as opposed to when you use a more natural product.
The scent is simply gorgeous and doesn't overwhelm your senses with an
OTT perfumed fragrance. It reminds me very much like a facial cream that gets
put on you at a spa. So relaxing!

Facial Treatment Oil

Preservative Free

Treatment oils are pretty new to me. I've used a few different kinds of serums and
I kind of feel like they work in a similar way.
The oil works to repair and soften the skin. It doesn't feel greasy even though
it's a oil, which is surprising. It is meant to help fight the signs of ageing which I'm
all for! I am at the age where my skin isn't as forgiving as it used to be.
So I have been having fun using this in hopes that it slows down the ageing process
somewhat, and so far it just feels beautiful so I'm a happy chappy! :)

Purifying Facial Masque

Paraben Free

It's not often get the time to indulge in a deep cleansing mask to treat my skin,
so needless to say, I really enjoyed these! :)
The scent was a bit different to the other products, but was still nice and didn't
overtake the whole experience by being overpowering or unpleasant.
What I found different about this mask was that after 10-15 minutes it didn't
start to crack, flake or tighten my skin. Honestly, I don't mind masks which do this,
but this was a nice difference as it made it easier to remove as I didn't have to
be as rough to remove it. It wiped gently away with just a warm wash cloth
leaving my skin looking brand new and completely renewed without that
awful squeaky sensation. Super nice product, one of the best I've ever tried.
Am looking forward to this experience again as soon as I can!! ;)

Watch My Video Review Below!
(Please subscribe!)

What products are in your current skincare routine?

Love Candy!

xo

Missed yesterday's post?

My Natural Face

Have you entered my GIVEAWAY?
(CLOSED!)

Get loads of BONUS entries!!

Let's follow each other!

Facebook | Twitter | Youtube | Instagram | Pinterest

*These products were kindly sent to me for review as part of the RESCU Trial Team

*All opinions & photographs are my own

FOTD

~ Face Of The Day ~

FOTD

...Simple/Natural/Everyday Look...

The Products!

 Face Of Australia Face Base Primer

Maybelline Superstay Better Skin Foundation in Light Beige

Maybelline Superstay Concealer in Ivory

Kora Organics Day & Night Cream

NYX Eyeshadow Base in Pearl (CULT FAVOURITE!)

The Balm Blush in Argyle

Max Factor Eyeshadow in Auburn Envy

Face Of Australia Liquid Eyeliner in Black

L'Oréal Contour Khol Eyeliner in Iced Chesnut (used on eyebrows)

ModelCo Fat Lash Mascara

Lush Popcorn Lip Scrub

Maybelline Baby Lips in Protecting Berry

Rimmel Apocolips in Nova

~ Face ~

~ Eyes ~

~ Lips ~

What is your everyday go to look like?

Natural or more bold?

Love Candy! 

xo

Missed yesterday's post? 

Skin Doctors Younger Hands

Have you entered my GIVEAWAY? 

Click here to win beauty stuff!

Let's follow each other! 

Facebook | Twitter | Youtube | Instagram | Pinterest

* Not sponsored! 

SKIN DOCTORS

~ SKIN DOCTORS ~

COSMECEUTICALS

.....Younger Hands.....

Ok, I admit it, I am guilty as charged for not applying hand cream as often as I
should. Being a self confessed 'beauty guru' I feel some what a bit bad about that.
I am actually really really good at keeping my face, hair, feet and the rest of my body
moisturised on a daily basis, yet somehow my hands have been forgotten.
I think this is because our hands are the most used part of our bodies and when
a hand cream doesn't absorb right away, it can be a pain to try and continue on
with your day. I used to keep some hand cream on my bedside table before I
became a parent and just applied it before I went to sleep. However, now
I'm up during the night with the two of them, so it just doesn't happen.

Thanks to one of my favourite beauty websites Beauty & Lace, I have
recently had the opportunity to partake in a hand cream trial.
So now I have been forced back into the habit. Thank you!

The hand cream is a beautiful, creamy, off white, slightly tan texture with a slight
fragrance that lingers. It has only been a few weeks so far into this
6 week trial and already I have noticed my hands appearing smoother
with less lines and wrinkles and they also feel softer and less dry in this
cool weather. It absorbs into my skin really well. A lot of hand creams I've
tried before absorb well into the top of the hands, yet just slip and
slide around on the palms. However, this hand cream soaks in on both sides!
I've noticed my cuticles are much softer and easier to manage now too.

I love the sophisticated, clean, white packaging which makes me feel all
grown up and responsible - but not old! ;)

Great for those who want to reduce the appearance of freckles &
age spots too!

Retails for $34.95 (75ml)
Check it out and purchase online here!

Australian Made!

Do you find it difficult to use a hand cream?

Love Candy!

xo

Missed yesterday's post?

New Scunci Goodies!

Have you entered my GIVEAWAY?

You could be a WINNER!!!

Let's follow each other!

Facebook | Twitter | Youtube | Instagram | Pinterest

*This product was kindly sent to me for review thanks to Beauty & Lace

*All opinions & photographs are my own

*This blog post was not required as part of the review

SCUNCI

~ New Scunci Goodies! ~

http://www.scunci.com.au

Everyday & Active 6 Pack Knotted Ponytailers

I love this bright, fun array of happy colours!

I have used this style of hair tie before and at first was skeptical if they'd

even hold my hair up, but they're actually really flexible and super strong!

I love that these are gentle on your hair and so comfortable to wear. 

Everyday & Active No Damage Reflective Hair Ties

These are the perfect combination because not only do you get a generous

32 hair ties (because we all know they try to be like bobby pins & disappear!)

but they are also snag and damage free with no annoying metals in them.

I like them because they are thick so they don't stretch or snap like thinner

elastics always do, especially with thick hair, these are so strong and hold

my hair firmly in place all day. What's different about this cool new active

range are the light reflecting patterns which are the white bits in the hair tie

shown above. They look like the reflects on a bike light or guide post you see

along a road. Very cool especially worn in the sun or at night! 

Expandable & No Slip Grip Headbands

I am so excited to wear these as I don't have a lot of brown or black hair

accessories.  I particularly am interested in the expandable

leopard print ones as the design of them is quite unique.

They can even fold up to fit into your pocket! Perfect for travelling

and hair emergencies! 

Conair Fog Free Shower Mirror

I have never had a mirror in the shower before, so this will be interesting! 

I'm not sure what I'll use it for... perhaps to apply a face mask or make sure I don't

miss a spot when washing my face or hair? I'm sure it will come in handy

none the less! It is fog free, so that is brilliant. It also has 3 strong, large

suction cups to firmly secure it in place. I think the handy little soap/razor

holder at the bottom is a clever little extra. :)

Watch for future hair styles and reviews with all of the above!

:)

What kinds of hair accessories do you like to wear? 

Do you a shower mirror? If so, what do you use it for?

Love Candy! 

xo

Missed yesterday's post? 

Sabco RoboSweep

Have you entered my GIVEAWAY? 

WINNER WINNER CHICKEN DINNER!

Let's follow each other! 

Facebook | Twitter | Youtube | Instagram | Pinterest

*These products were kindly supplied to me as part of the Scunci Styling Team

*All opinions & photographs are my own (with exception of the Scunci logo)