Showing posts with label Gifts. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Gifts. Show all posts

Friday, December 16, 2016

STOCKING FILLERS


12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS

STOCKING FILLERS


Glammar Tangle Tie Packs of 3!
The evolution of hair elastics has evolved and now we have these colourful plastic kind. They are
great because they are snag free and don't leave that annoying hair elastic kink once you take you
hair out. They come in packs of 3 in a great range of colours including pink, white, blue, orange,
yellow, brown, clear and turquoise. SHOP! - $2.00

 Real Techniques x6 Miracle Makeup Sponge Pack!
I already mentioned these in my Teen Gift Guide article which you can read over here. I think they
also fit perfectly well into this category as stocking fillers because they're that good stocking kind of
size and easy to wrap shape. This is also one of those gifts that most women would love but not
necessarily have in their collection of makeup tools. These are so versatile and will have you
applying your makeup like a pro in no time! SHOP! - $49.99

Glammar Tangle Tonic Hair Brush!
Forget your regular hair brush, 2016 has been all about detangling hair brushes as well as all sorts of
different types for different hair reasons which you can read up on in my article over here. :)

This metallic Tangle Tonic is so on trend in terms of it's appearance and will have your Christmas
morning hair looking smooth and sleek in no time and not like you've been up half the night 
wrapping up last minute gifts or stuffing Santa sacks at 3am because the kids have finally given up
waiting to see Santa and have finally fallen asleep! ;) SHOP! - $5.95

Glammar Tangle Tonic Brush in Rose Gold

Gilded Cage Beauty Makeup Products!
This brand is new to me and already I am impressed! These two products alone are the perfect
Christmas treat! First of all you can never go wrong with a classic red on Christmas day and this one
is simply gorgeous with just the right amount of moisture and pigment. It has an orange under tone to
it which compliments my olive skin really nicely.

Then we move onto the liquid shimmer eyeshadow! Omg, so pretty and perfect for that inner 
highlight! Unlike a lot of products I have used like this, this one does not budge once you apply it! It's
staying power is very impressive and dab and blend a tiny bit to your cheek bones and Santa has no
excuse not to see you from his sleigh! SHOP! - Lipstick $30.00 Eyeshadow $28.50

Unleashed Lipstick in 117 True Orange & Revelation Eyeshadow in 25 Sheer Platinum

OPI Mini Packs!
There are a few reasons I love mini nail packs. Not only do they make great gifts and are a great
quality nail polish. The mini bottles mean you can try a few shades and then go out and purchase the
full size if you find one you really like! These are also perfect stocking stuffer size or why not open
them up and pop a few in singly into your friends & family's stockings! SHOP! - $24.95


BotanicES (Eye Creme/Body Creme/Face Creme) Gift Trio!
I am quite a strong believer in this brand and have reviewed their range before. The main there are 
a few main reasons for this and the main one being how effective their products really are. I thank
the fairy gods everyday for my morning coffee because without it I'd surely be even more of a mess
than I already am! My life is so busy between two young kids, working from home and helping out
with my husband's business sleep isn't something I get a whole lot of!

Anyway! Caffeine in these skincare products are also super effective at keeping the skin looking 
nice and youthful, strong and healthy! In addition to that these are Aussie made and owned, cruelty
free and do not contain any nasty harmful ingredients! Newly available at Priceline! :) 


Harvest Garden Natural Australian Beauty Products!
I am honestly not that fussy when it comes to beauty products, however it's hard to ignore a brand
as beautiful as this which is all Aussie, all natural and all things just GOOD! 

I have reviewed some of their other products here & here. They have the most amazing soaps, soaks
and skincare products which all smell absolutely beautiful, I cannot even tell you! I highly 
recommend picking up a sample pack of their soaps to try out and them purchase a full size of the 
ones you fall in love with. (Warning there is going to be more than one!) You can get a good range to

SHOP! - Hard Lotion Bar $20.00 & Beeswax Candles (Not currently available on their website, 
however you can check one of their stockists closest to you!)

Hard Lotion Bar w/Rose Geranium & Patchouli & Hand Rolled Pillar Candles

Tinka The Label Jewellery!
Another great gift idea, stocking filler or gift idea you can rarely ever wrong is with some fun and
sparkly jewellery! These bracelets from Tinka The Label are from an Aussie brand from Melbourne
with a range of fashionable, bohemian and even up cycled pieces that will inspire and transfix you
with their sheer beauty and charm. SHOP! - $50.00

Stars In Their Eyes Collection in Pink & Blue (Also available in colours white or grey)

Nuxe Huile Prodigieuse Dry Body Oil!
This product has been on my wish list for almost a year and when I finally saw it whilst browsing the
Beautorium window shopping over on Beautyheaven a few months ago I just knew where I was
going to be spending all of my hard earned points! ;)

This product is so pretty!! Can be used on the face, body and hair to a touch of shimmer whilst it
nourishes, hydrates and softens the skin and smooths the hair without leaving that greasy residue.
Contains Vitamin E and 6 precious plant oils! SHOP! - $29.95

Curious Grace Ceramic Tube Hair Brush!
This hair brush is great for everyone because weather you're looking for volume or prefer that super
straight look (like moi right here!) then this brush can create you either of these results!

Best used with your heat styling products as it is heat resistant and with it's ceramic tube will style
your hair all shiny and smooth and frizz free quicker than Santa can squeeze down the chimney!

SHOP! - $26.95

Weleda Evening Primrose Age Revitalising Hand Cream
If you have a grandma, aunty, mum or older sister who's stocking needs filling then something like
this Weleda Hand Cream is a lovely little gift! Even as something in their 30's I use this on my pre-
mature skin and find it works really well and is also a great ageing preventative!

The evening primrose scent is super relaxing and smells gorgeous! A great trick if your skin is
especially dry or you are concerned about it's ageing appearance is to mix a good thick hand cream
such as this with your favourite natural essential oil for an extra boost of hydration to keep the skin's
elasticity and strength. Some of my favourite oils are by Vanessa Megan, Sanctuary Spa and Sukin!

SHOP! - $17.95

Taylor Swift 'Wonderstruck' Perfume!
Perfume of any kind is always an appreciated gift to receive. It is especially awesome when it is a
scent you have been lusting for or an old favourite. As kids I remember my sister and I always
bought my mum Elizabeth Arden's 'Beautiful' which she always loved. 

The perfume pictured below is one of my favourites at the moment. I do love a lot of scents,
and my opinion and favourite change all the time! I am also a complete sucker for a cool looking
bottle and this one for me wins hands down! Shimmer and cute little trinkets get me good!



Do you have a Christmas stocking?
What are you hoping for for Christmas this year?

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*Some of these products were kindly been gifted to me for consideration/review
*All photographs & video are my own work & my opinions are all 100% honest & all my own
- I have included this article in Ingrid's Monday Makeup Madness blogger link up! Check it out! 

Friday, December 9, 2016

GIFTS FOR HER LUXE


CHRISTMAS GIFT GUIDE

Gifts For Her Luxe Edition!

Michael Hill Jewellery
Michael Hill has a great range of both budget and luxe items, however it's the luxe sparkly jewels that
us ladies like the best! If you want to spoil her, you simply cannot go wrong with diamonds. They are
after all a girls best friend! Be sure you don't miss out on Michael Hill's many specials, discounts and
mega deals going on right now right before Christmas!
SHOP! - Michael Hill Jewellery!

(Pictured below - Cubic Zirconia Stud Earrings & Cubic Zirconia Pendant on Stirling Silver Chain)



































Urban Decay Naked Makeup Palettes
For makeup addicts worldwide these eyeshadow palettes are the most popular I have come across.
If the person you are gifting for loves makeup, then this is the perfect luxe gift for them! Most
makeup lovers have at least one of these palettes already in their kit, so just make sure if you are
looking to spoil them with more for their collection to make sure you don't double up & get the one
they already own! These are the four available, however there are also other smaller variations of the
Urban Decay 'Naked' makeup palettes and they also have other makeup items available.

SHOP! - Naked #1 / Naked #2 / Naked #3 / Naked Smoky

MAC Makeup
MAC makeup isn't just for the professional makeup artists, models or performers. There are a whole
lot of us everyday girls which has a huge thing for this brand. I'm not sure if it's the sleek packaging
and limited edition releases that has us hooked or the incredible shade range and hands down
iMACulate quality or all of the above. I just know if your girl loves playing with makeup, she will
love more MAC to add to her collection.
SHOP! - MAC Cosmetics Eyeshadow Quads & Lipsicks!

(Pictured below - MAC Lipstick in Snob & MAC Mineralize Eye Shadow Quad in 'A Glimmer Of Gold')

Homedics Rose Gold Vanity Mirror
This LED illuminated vanity mirror comes in both this rose gold as well as silver nickel. It is
double sided for both regular and up close reflections magnified by up to 7 times! And the LED ring
light can be used by either plugging in the mirror directly to the wall, or you can just pop some
batteries in it so you can easily manoeuvre it around to where ever you need it.
You'll be a pro at your Kylie K selfies in no time! ;)
SHOP! - Homedics Vanity Mirrors!

BaByliss Paris IPL Hair Removal System
Forget all that time and money wasted on waxing, shaving and using countless other methods of hair
removal. For the beauty loving girl who has no budget, then this is they toy to splurge on!

Fantastic long lasting results. This device is so easy to use and you can conveniently keep track of
your progress and set up treatment reminders on your phone with it's very own app!

Read about my own personal experience using this system in my full review here!
SHOP! - BaByliss Paris IPL System!


Homebodii Fashion
Enough beauty, let's move on to some equally fun stuff. Fashion!! If you have somebody special in
mind who you'd like to splurge on something romantic and a little sexy, then you simply must see
the beautiful range of the Australian Homebodii brand.

From simple sexy little PJ sets to elegant robes, dresses and beach bikini's you're bound to find a
little something to surprise her with! Homebodii even offer very nice gift wrapping so you don't
even have to deal with all of that fancy ribbon. (Add gift wrapping to your basket when you shop
online for only $2.00 extra!)

SHOP! - Homebodii Fashion!

(Pictured below - Homebodii PJ set in Vivian Long & Homebodii Gift Wrapping)

Do you have a 'Luxe' or 'Budget' Christmas budget this year?


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*These products were kindly been gifted to me for consideration/review
*Some photographs are my own work & some are care of the Michael Hill & Homebodii websites. My opinions are all 100% honest & all my own

Thursday, December 1, 2016

GIFTS FOR HER BUDGET


CHRISTMAS GIFT GUIDE

Gifts For Her On A Budget!
Philosophy Snow Angel Body Wash
This pretty pearly divine scented treat will enthral your sense of smell as you shower. The formula is
absolutely stunning and lathers up into a soft pearl of bubbles. You simply cannot go wrong here.
Everyone needs and uses body wash, so why not help to replenish their stash with a special xmas
limited edition bottle?

Dessata Detangling Hair Brush
I have tried quite a few detangling hair brushes over the past few years and this one is my current
favourite I use all the time on both my own hair and my kids too! They come in a bunch of colourful
shades and designs so there is something these sure to suit whoever you are thinking of buying for.
(Review!)

Sally Hansen has about a billion different shades to choose from, however theses are just some of
my current favourites. The gel formula has come a long way as with these there is no need for an
expensive, time consuming LED light which in the long term is more damaging to the nail and harder
to remove. These do not chip easily and are pigmented in colour. (Review!)

This array of eight shades which has just recently been released is so pretty and in my opinion is a
slight mini version of the Naked Smoked eyeshadow palette. With all but one shade with shimmer
 this is sure to get your into the festive spirit in no time! Great colours for a sultry night out. For the
bold and brave!

This multi makeup palette is perfect for both professionals and beginners alike. When it comes to
building up a makeup collection this is a great place to start! With a million different colours and
shade options from eyeshadows, blush, contour and lipsticks, this rainbow of choice is a complete
bargain!

Bellabox Subscription
For the person who has everything, is difficult to buy for and you know they are a beauty addict then
a subscription service is a pretty good choice and a fun surprise if they're not expecting it and it just
shows up in the mail the month after Christmas! I have received a few Bellabox's over the years and
would recommend them as they are only $17.95 per month. They also have Bellobox for
men or Bellababy for new mums! Pretty great idea and who doesn't love beauty mail? I know I do!
(Review!)(Review!)(Review!)

Remington Rose Gold Hair Pack!
Rose gold everything is what's hot right now. This seems to be lusted after no matter the age group.
From teens, young adults and mature ladies, this gorgeous royal pack is sure to impress and give
stunning long lasting results which is the most important at the end of the day.
Also available is the straightener gift set.  (Review!)

Have you started Christmas shopping?
Do you have a budget for presents this year?

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*These products were kindly been gifted to me for consideration/review
*All photographs & video are my own work & my opinions are all 100% honest & all my own

Friday, June 26, 2015

BH SAMPLES


BEAUTYHEAVEN

5,000 SAMPLE GIVEAWAY!


I have been a loyal Beautyheaven member since the very beginning and if you haven't yet discovered
the No.#1 beauty website around, then you are seriously missing out because not only do they keep
you up to date with all of the latest beauty trends, budget buys, giveaways, sales, how-to's and
products, they also regularly support and reward their lucky members such as myself with little gifts
like the one I recieved recently above. :)

Sign up to BH now and be rewarded with endless beauty knowledge & rewards!

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This is a great way to add a little something extra to your plain old pony tail. I like that the colour I have in the black isn't too in your face and adds a subtle girly touch to my look.

The bow seems to be made really well and doesn't flop or droop once I have it placed in my hair. It's nice and firm and holds it's own. The black elactic is also nice and strong and doesn't appear or feel as though it is going to snap or lose it's elasticity any time soon.

A great fashionable piece which can be worn from day into the night straight from the office to the town. Very nice I love this and suitable for all ages and most hair types. :)

I have used Dr.LeWinns moisturiser for years after first discovering it in my early twenties. After using up my first tub I was hooked. It is such a good moisturiser to use daily and it really delivers. My skin always feels lovely when I use this as oppose to when I don't. I can really see and feel the difference as this daily moisturiser makes my skin feel softer and it just looks healthier and more youthful and alive!

The white creamy formula isn't too thick or runny and soaks into my skin like hydrating a desert! It is virtually scent free so it doesn't irritate my skin or nose and the contents inside the tub don't turn a weird colour or consistency as some others have in the past when I've had them open for a while. This seems to just stay nice and fresh!

I recommend seeing if you can pick up one of their little sample tubs to try out if you can to see how great it really is. If not, I would just purchase the full size, you won't regret it! :)

Kosmea Certified Organic Rose Hip Oil
Having used this once before and now just receiving another sample of this to try I am seriously considering purchasing it full size! I have used quite a number of different Rose Hip Oil's but nothing compares to how quickly I saw actual results in the scaring on my stomach from having two kids. I have tried just about everything to try and makes those annoying stretch marks go away and nothing does much. I moisturise daily which has helped them to fade quite a bit, but when I used this Kosmea oil at night after my shower, by morning after inspecting my belly, I actually could see a significant fade in the appearance of my stretch marks and that was only after the first use!! 

I feel like this Rose Hip Oil is very concentrated and pure as you only need a tiny few dops and it will spread out onto your skin and go a long way soaking in and making you skin feel a soft a dough. 

With the added benefits of being highly moisturising, a wrinkle fighter and an aid in sun damaged skin, I don't know why I haven't purchased this yet! It's a must for me and I will be sad when my sample runs out! 

I have used these wipes previously and recently received a few more samples to try and since it had been a while since I first tried these with negative effect, I decided to give them a second chance since there are quite a few positive reviews, I thought perhaps I should try these again.

I don't feel like these are a product I need to use daily. However I can see the possible benefits of having these on hand for days after being at the gym, working out, traveling or staying overnight somewhere or camping.

The sensation the formula from these wipes gives is not really comforting for my delicate area, however someone else mentioned these after having a baby and having had two myself, I can say that I would agree, these would be great to have to take to the hospital with you and to have afterwards to help keep that area clean and smelling fresh again, especially if you had had stitches, they were a nightmare! 

Overall I feel like these a great for certain situations, just not as a daily wipe. :)

Al'chemy Lavender & Anthyliss Leave-In Conditioner
I have long, dry and highlighted hair which needs a little extra TLC on a regular basis. Based on other reviews from this product and from researching it I realised it only works best it used sparingly as a little bit of this product distribues evenly though your hair without having to use a whole dollop of it.

The 10ml sachet I am currently using is a very generous sample size considering I am onto my 3rd wash with it and am seeing positive results. My hair and in particular the ends are so much softer and less course and dry.

As with conditioner in general, be careful not to apply any of it to the roots of your hair or you will instantly feel it weighing you down and once dry your hair will feel oily which is scary if you already have oil prone, thin or flat hair.

I find the way I use it to be a winner. It really works wonders and the scent it uplifting and relaxing as I shower.

Durex Real Feel Condoms
I used these previously after having my babies and they work great!
Do the job and you can't even feel them. Durable and don't break or dry out. Are super thin so I did
worry a little that they might break, but they didn't. Phew! Now more babies just yet thank you! ;)

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*These products were kindly sent to me as a giveaway prize. 
*All photographs & opinions are all 100% honest & all my own

Sunday, May 10, 2015

PRICELINE


~  PRICELINE  ~

Goodie Bag!

(Gift with purchase over $60+!)

http://www.priceline.com.au

This has got to be in my opinion one of the best GWP offers I have seen from Priceline or anywhere
else for that matter for quite some time. Usually, even though I would love to buy every single goodie
bag which comes along, I am pretty good at controling myself and keeping my spending habits under
control. I am after all on a strict culling with my Project Pan trying to de-clutter the masses which
have completely taken over every inch of space in my bathroom. Oops!

However, when I saw this GWP advertised I was instantly drawn to the baby pink make-up bag with
the super cute, adorable white & gold bow! Completely and utterly my taste and I knew I simply
could not resist this time. Dammit, I have been SO good, I deserve this treat!

So with Mother's Day just gone, on the lead up I made it clear what I wanted to be gifted. ;)
My hubby was very clever in convincing me he couldn't get it saying he went to Priceline and they
were all sold out. Trying not to get my hopes up I tried not to think too much about it as he had come
home with a beautiful bunch of Tulips (my fav flower) instead.
So I was happy with that. Who doesn't love been given fresh flowers?!

Then Mother's Day morning came and with the four of us in bed (we have a almost 4yr & almost 2yr
old) I was given a massive, stunninly wrapped in pink with silver butterfy tissue paper and clear celo
complete with 2 balloons. One saying 'Happy Mother's Day' the other a bright pink star and two
cards. One from the hubby and one written by my eldest, from her and my youngest. Too cute!

Anyway, needless so say I was so surprised and overwhelmed as this busy SAHM does not get to be
spoilt like this often. So I was very grateful!

On with the goodies!!!

Apparently hubby thinks I have a nail polish obsession or something. Whatever could have given him
that idea? Could be the 1756384,85400 bottles I have which I have absolutely not need/room for?
Thanks for not understanding but loving me enough to buy me 10 bottles more anyway! lol
(Polish Names - Left to Right!)
Sally Hansen Triple Shine in #340 Scale Up
Sally Hansen Xteme Wear in #610 Rock Chic (Buy!)
Sally Hansen Xtreme Wear in #220 Celeb City (Buy!)
Sally Hansen Xtreme Wear #423 Blue Boom (Buy!)
Essie Nail Lacquer in Trophy Wife (Buy!)
Essie Nail Lacquer in Jamaica Me Crazy (Buy!)
Essie Mini Nail Lacquer in Mademoiselle
Essie Mini Nail Lacquer in Fifth Avenue
Essie Mini Nail Lacquer in Mint Candy Apple
Revlon Perfumerie in Pink Pineapple

Once he thought he had stocked up on enough nail polish to last me the century, he told me he didn't
want to just get me nail polish but was lost on what else to get. So the sales assistant at Priceline
lead him over to the Natio stand and recommended these two items.
Natio Mineral Eyeshadow Trio in 'Illuminate' (Buy!) & Natio Heavenly Eyes Mineral Eyeshadow in 'Jade Diva' (Buy!)

Overall, I am so happy with everything, however if I am honest I would have picked out completely
different items for the qualifing $60 spend, but who cares, I love everything and it was so sweet of
him to go shopping by himself in Priceline with no shame and purchase a basket full of cosmetics for
me! (Love him!)

Oh and this gorgeous pink body sponge! (Buy!)

Here is an overview of what you actually get in the cosmetic bag once you've spent a minimun of
$60.00 on the selected brands worth more than $200!

Eyes -
Glam Eyes by Manicare Beyonce Lashes (Buy!)
Rimmel London Scandal Eyes Rockin' Curves Mascara (Buy!)
Savvy Clear Brow Gel
Physicians Formula Organic Wear Fake Out Mascara

Face -
L'Oreal Paris True Match Foundation in W3 Golden Beige (Sample) (Buy!)
Innoxa Satin Sheen Buttermilk Natural Finish Makeup (Buy!)
L'Oreal Paris Base Magique Smoothing Primer (Sample) (Buy!) (Review!)

Lips -
Models Prefer Moisture Lust Glossy Lip Tint in Pink Frosting
Nude By Nature Mineral Lip Gloss in Flirty (Buy!)
Revlon Colorburst Lacquer Balm in #130 Tease Seductrice

Nails -
Glam by Manicare Express 3 in 1 in Midnight Black (Buy!)
Sally Hansen Triple Shine in #190 Slick Black (Buy!)
Essie Nail Lacquer in Need A Vacation (Buy!)
Natio Nail Colour in Rapture (Buy!)
L'Oreal Paris Color Riche in #915 Top Coat Matte
Nail Rock Nail Caviar in Pluto Pink

Aaaand that finally concludes this massive blog posting!
I hope you enjoyed and made it happily all the way down here to the end!

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What did you think of this one?

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