Showing posts with label favourites. Show all posts
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Friday, July 31, 2015

JUNE/JULY FAVS


~  JUNE/JULY FAVOURITES  ~



Australian Bush Flower Essences Uplifting Body Lotion
There is nothing more I want to do on crisp chilling mornings then staying snuggled up in my nice
warm bed. So when I do have to get up this little bottle of zesty goodness helps me wake up and
refreshes my skin after a nice hot shower. (Review!)

Antipodes Ananda Antioxidant Rich Gentle Toner
This smells so beautiful, it is almost like a spa in a bottle as it is so relaxing and feels amazing on the
skin. I am currently doubling this up as an air freshener around my house, spritzing it in each room
as I go about my daily cleaning rounds. (Review!)

Rimmel London Wonderful Wake Me Up Mascara
My most recent favourite, but a firm one! This smells like cucumber!!!! I kid you not! Amazing
at opening up my eyes especially on tired mornings after not much sleep. It curls, separates and
lengthens my short lashes with ease. Stay tuned for a full dedicated review with pics coming soon!

Rimmel London Oh My Gloss in 'Glossaholic'
This has become my most recent handbag essential as I have been carrying it around with me
where ever I go. It is so pigmented with such a gorgeous bold pink, it is most like a glossy lipstick.
I love how smooth is glides onto my lips and doesn't feel sticky or messy. The lasting power is pretty
great too! (Review!)(Video Swatch!)

Scunci On The Go Hair Kit
Also a recent must have edition to my handbag. This kit contains all of your everyday day hair
essentials including, basic black headbands, bobby pins, claw clip, hair ties as well as plastic clear
elastics and the cutest little zip up pouch to store them all in which keeps everything conveniently
all together and easy to find in a hair emergency!

Hair & Me Hair Rejuvenation Treatment
I have seen this hair treatment around quite a bit this past month and it seems to be a big hit with
everyone, including me! I have long, thick and lightened hair so it needs a lot of TLC.
This treatment has been amazing on my hair and I found I only needed to use a small amount
to get the job done, so this is going to last me a good while I think. Really enjoying it!
Stay tuned for a full dedicated review on this very soon!

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*Some of these products may have been sent to me for consideration/review. 
*All photographs & opinions are all 100% honest & all my own

Monday, June 29, 2015

MAY FAVS


MAY FAVOURTIES!


Human & Kind Wash Off Cleanser
I have been using this all month and I think my skin is rejoycing! I love the formula and unique way
of using it with the ultra soft and gentle wash off cloth supplied. A truely beautiful product I
recommend giving a go if you're on the market for a new cleanser especially if you have sensitive
skin! (REVIEW!)

I think I have mentioned this in my favourites quite a number of times! I am that passionate about it!
My hair needs extra strength and especailly even more now since I have been having it lightened.
The Tresemme Platinum Strength range in general and this product in particular just makes my hair
feel like virgin hair all over again in an instant by giving it it's strength back as well as adding shine
and softness. (REVIEW!)

Huge, huuuuge fan of this BB Cream! I have tried about a billion BB Creams and this one is
definitely up there. Suprisingly the coverage is actually brilliant! It is even better than some of my
foundations can you believe. I put it down to the 9 in 1 formula as it does everything. I especially am
a fan of it's ability to conceal my pores and acts as the perfect foundation base or primer. (REVIEW!) (BUY!)

Physicians Formula Organic Wear Mascara
Ahh, just look at this mascara's packaging?! I recently received this gorgeous looking product in my
Priceline gift with purchase makeup goodie bag and omg, it is soooo nice! It makes my eyes pop and
doesn't clump up my lashes or make them look all spidery and un-natural. It has lovely short bristles
which make it perfect for those tricky bottom lashes as well. (BUY!)

Essie Polish in 'Pink About It' & 'A Cut Above'
I have been obsessed with Essie polish lately and these two have fast become my go-to favs!
Baby pink in general is my go-to shade for polish anyway and 'Pink About It' combine with
'A Cut Above' just adds a special kind of glam and girlyness to my nails which I just love!

I have previously tried another Puretopia facial moisturiser which was equally great don't get me
wrong. However, this Sensitive Care version is perfect for this time of the year when my skin is
prone to being a little moody and sensitive from the cold weather and change in seasons. My
skin feels extra taken care of and feels a lot calmer when I use this! (BUY!)

Another go-to product is this Maybelline quad. The shades here act as the perfect everyday eye
collection and are appropriate to wear both day and night. These shades can be build up and
give you a killer smokey effect when smudged together. I especially love using the bottom liner
shade as a smudgy eye liner. You could stop traffic I am telling you! ;) (MAKEUP TUTORIAL!)

Australian Bush Flower Essences Love System Intensive Eye Serum
I have noticed especially over the past 3-5 years my eye area definitely needing a bit of love!
This skin treatment for your eyes is going to last forever! The bottle size compared to the tiny
amound needed for the eye area is amazing and is feels, smells and give real results. I have been
using this for a few months now and I can already see the lines around my eyes have tightened
and faded slightly!! Made from actual rose stem cells as one of it's ingredients, I just love that
clever concept! (REVIEW!)

This is another product I picked up when I received the Priceline goodie bag. (Actually my
husband picked it out as it was my Mother's Day present!) It is actually an eyeshadow trio,
however I have been using it on my cheeks as a highlighter/blush/illuminiator. It is incredibly
pretty, I just adore the soft pinks! (BUY!)

Scunci Hair Accessories Braided Black Hair Ties
My hair is thick and can be totally unruley. Especially in the mornings when it appears to
have had a life of it's own (Partying hard I suspect by the looks of it!) whilst I have slept. 
So to have these Scunci thick and strong hair ties on hand to sort it out so I can sort myself
out during my busy mornings as a mum is a must! I can just rely on these to get my hair
out of the way when I am in a hurry and I can be as rough as I like and there is no way
ever these are going to break on me. They are brilliant!


Well, I know this post is super late!
I aim to have my June favs up later today so then I will be completely caught up again!
:)
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Sunday, May 24, 2015

APRIL FAVOURITES


~  APRIL FAVOURITES  ~

Another month has almost gotten away from me yet again. Let me share with you some products
which I really think are worth a look at that I have been heavily into lately! I have been awfully
ill lately and some of these products have been particuarly beneficial to the healing process. Enjoy!

Listerine Total Care Antibacterial Mouthwash
I reckon I have been pretty lucky when it comes to my teeth. They are far from perfect, however
I have been pretty fortunate not have gotten any cavities. That was unti last month when I was
brushing and thought it's felt quite a bit sensitive in one particular area of my mouth. On closer
inspection to my horror I spotted a hole! Noooooo! I am so good with my brushing, flossing and
mouth rinsing! All these years I have avoided having to be drilled into. Now I guess my sweet tooth
has withstood all it can. Bugger! Anyhow, my point is this mouthwash has been great since it is
antibacterial, it has been keeping my mouth super germ free and feeling, smelling and feeling much
better! This stuff is the bomb dot com - get it! :D

Recently I have been tripping it to the Gold Coast to get my hair highlighted to freshen and brighten
up my dull, boring old same, same, dark brown hair which I LOVE. But, it is feeling much dryer than
it used to so I have pulled this old lover out of my draws again to fix the problem. It is brilliant! I
have been savering it, but now I am just using it up and ah, it is just like gold! My hair feels amazing
all over again! (Review!)

I have so many different foundations which I pretty much change up what I apply on a daily basis 
because it's, well, fun! This particular product is much different to most of my other foundations as
it is in a compact and the whole formulation in general is much different than my normal stuff so it
has been fun to use something new and different as 90% of my other foundations are in bottles or
tubes. Plus this has a handy mirror in it which has saved me on multiple occasions! (Review!)

Scunci have the best most broad range of hair accessories, like ever! You can find anything and
everything you want in their range and these claw clips have been my go to for when I am showering
and don't want to wet my hair as well as after I have washed and just want it put up and out of the
way. These are strong enough to hold all of my hair in one place securely and they looks super nice
too. I am especially fond of the golden looking one!

I have noticed lately the skin in between my chest above my breasts and under my neck has been
feeling less than smooth and like it really needed a good exfoliation! So I have been trialling this
sweet orange scented scrub for a while now (full review is in the works!) and it feels so refeshing
I find myself scrubbing all the way up to my face just so can get more of the scent! It feels so good
and the difference it makes it amazing! I love to use this on my feet and calves as well because it
does a great job at getting rid of ingrown hairs and dead skin build up without leaving my skin dry. 

I just recently reviewed this as I have most of these products and they make my favs not only
because they are the products I have been using the most but because they are so easy to fall in love
with! This product smells so delicious and makes your skin feel like a brand new baby! 

I LOVE this! In the past my cuticles have either been neglected or harshly groomed. I am terrible
at it! This product makes the job so easy and much gentler whilst still getting the job done! Now I
never skip this step when I do my nails because it is just so easy and makes they overall look so much
better, you can really tell the difference!

This is an amazing multi use product which I highly recommend! I am surprised it isn't more well
known because since I have been using I don't know how I ever lived without it! Deeply moisturises,
and repairs super dry, itchy skin. Can be used to reduce age and sun spots, bites, stings, chaffing and
more! Worth looking into!

Oh, there is nothing like a good old fashioned classic red go to nail polish! This one from OPI's 
'Fifty Shades Of Grey' collection is deeper in colour than OPI's famous 'Red' and in my opinion
looks much more stiking! It has a beautiful shiny finish and lasts a good few days before chipping.

I have been really into berry lip colours since the cool weather hit and this one from Australis is
super glossy and makes your lips look bigger, as least to me! I love it! The shade is so intense and
really brightens up your whole face! I find myself using this either on it's own or a dab a bit of it
over whatever I have on to add a bit of extra shine and berry hue. :)

OVI Hydration in 'Berry'
Even though this isn't technically a beauty favourite, I feel like in a way it really is as it helps the
beauty shine on the outside by fueling it from the inside! This not only tastes amazing, this cool
green tea is full of antioxidants which has been so good at making me feel more myself lately
as me and the kids have been feeling run down and hellishly sick lately.
Quite literally in a face in the bucket butt in the bowl kinda way! Yukko! :(

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*Some of these products may have kindly been sent to me for consideration/review
*All photographs & opinions are all 100% honest & all my own

Monday, April 20, 2015

MARCH FAVS


~  MARCH FAVOURITES!  ~

So many new goodies landed on my desk this month in addition to a bunch of newbies I purchased!
It was one super busy month both personally and professionally and I fear (in a good way) that it is
only going to get even busier! I am looking forward to the rest of 2015 and cannot wait to look back
on it all once this year comes to an end. I am sure it will continue to no doubt fly by!

I hope you'll continue to read as I share with you some products I am loving and recommend if you
feel like a bit of retail therapy or online indulgence! :)


Argan+ Super Creamy Body Wash
Not only does this smell subtle, yet creamy and yummy, it feels like a velvet, bubbly dream on your
skin. I have been absolutely loving this and the gold and turquoise tube, omg, LOVE!

Coast To Coast Ultra Gentle Facial Polish
I can't enough of scrubs and exfoliators. I just enjoy using them so much as they always leave me
skin feeling smooth and renewed by removing all of the build up of dead skin. This one is my 
current love. Check out my full demo and review in the video here! 

Guess Dare Perfume
Guess is such a classic, timeless brand and their perfumes always delight the senses. The new release
smells beautifully floral but isn't overpowering at all. I love the baby pink shade and the feminine
and girlie scent lasts the whole day. (Buy!)

Australian Bush Flower Essences Face Wash Serum
Facial Wash Serum's are new to me, but I have been loving this! It smells so natural (because
it is) and completely relaxes me and takes me right back to nature.

Too Faced Sweethearts Perfect Flushed Blush in 'Candy Glow'
Beyond cute, this blush is 100% completely me! I am loving gold accents at the moment, weather
it's in make-up packaging or decor, it is my new thing. This 3 toned beauty is to die for!
Check it out in my recent haul video here!

Physicians Formula Nude Wear Bronzer Quad
Why on earth I have never purchased anything from Physicians Formula before is beyond me!
Their products are BEAUTIFUL! Omg, their packaging (I am all about cuteness!) is gorgeous!
I recently picked this baby up for less than half price and I am so glad I did! The shades give you
the most perfect sun kissed, stunning glow! Highly, highly recommend this! Just about everything
else from them is currently on my wish list! (Buy!)

TanOrganic Bronzing Powder Duo
Completely matte chocolate brown on one half and a medium shimmery shade on the other.
Everything you need to get through the Winter this will keep you looking sun kissed and glowing.
If you like the sound of this and would like the chance to win one then make sure to enter my
GIVEAWAY by watching my video demo and review here! (Good Luck!)

OPI Nail Lacquer in 'Suzi Shops & Island Hops'
The perfect baby pink! I love this kind of shade for everyday wear. It's girlie and feminine and looks
amazing on, especially with lightly (fake) tanned skin. It really makes the colour pop and look bold.
Just gorgeous, I am totally chugging through this bottle! (Buy!)

Maybelline Color Drama Intense Velvet Lip Pencil in 'Fuchsia Desire'
This new range from Maybelline seems to be everybody's favourite lately! I caved and purchased
a classic hot pink which is a shade I wear a lot. I don't usually show much interest in lip pencils, 
however this on is much bolder in colour than I expected and the formula glides on like a dream!
Pleasantly surprised with this product! (Buy!)

All over red rover!

(Full review of all products mentioned above coming soon if not linked already!)
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*All photographs & opinions are 100% honest and all my own
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Wednesday, March 11, 2015

FEBRUARY FAVOURITES



~ February Favourites! ~


Yep it's late, 12 days into March already..... let's just get into it! :)

VS Sassoon 3Q Dryer
In case you weren't aware, I recently took part in VS Sassoon's 3Q Beautiful
Hair Challenge. It's made it into my Feb favs so obviously it gave me amazing results.
Check out my video review below!

Paula's Choice Self Tanning Foam
This has had to be one of the most easiest to use self tanning products I've ever
come accross and I have tried about a billion of them.
Check me out using this in my self tanning video below!

Fuse Gelnamel in 'Such A Laser'
Having a gel mani/pedi is so life changing when it comes to doing your nails DIY at home.
I am still amazed at the huge difference it makes and how much longer my polish lasts when I
do them this way. And let's just admore this shade for a moment! I am loving golds lately and
I've always been a silver girl... 

If you are interested to learn more about how these Fuse Gelnamel polishes work you can check
out my full review here! :)

Indeed Laboratories Hydraluron Moisture Boosting Mask
If you are yet to try anything from Indeed Labs then I recommend starting off with these.
They are so simple to use, feel so nice and they are so hydrating and
make a huge positive impact on your skin. My skin has soaked these up and I have been loving
the indulgence of a good old fashioned facial mask at home this past month.

So does anyone really ever look good wearing a cloth facial mask? I think not!
Of course I had to glam it up with ridiculously long fake lashes and matching lippie!
;)

Paula's Choice RESIST Youth-Extending Daily Mattifying Fluid
I have found myself reaching for this daily weather I am having a make-up free day or not.
Either way this stuff keeps my skin looking perfect and I never have that slight grease feeling
by the end of the day. Such an amazing product, I own no other like it! Currently an essential
part of my skincare routine. Watch the video here! :)

What were your favs in Feb?

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*Some of these products may have been sent to me for consideration/review.
*Some affiliate links may be used. (Thank you for supporting my blog!)

Friday, February 6, 2015

JANUARY FAVOURITES


~ January Favourites ~
2015!


What a crazy month January is! New years and many birthdays including my own! :)
It's such a happy month (apart from the dreadfully steamy weather!) as it means holidays,
family time and relaxing! I love it!

Here are the products I've been loving the most during the start of the new year!
Plenty of Summery looking items, I realize now that I am looking at the pic above.
Guess that's just how it goes when the weather heats up. You gotta find product
that work with the seasons. There is always an overwhelming variety to choose from
so I will share with you the ones which have worked for me which are obviously my
January Favourites!
:)

Makeup/Nails

Physicians Formula Bronze Booster
I have been using this ever so sparingly (as I don't want to ruin the intricate sun imprint)
 on the highest point on my cheek bones for a little sun kissed effect.
This bronzer is so beautiful!
Read my full review here!
http://www.physiciansformula.com/en.au

Laura Mercier Moisture Supreme Foundation
Even though this foundation is still a bit dark for my skin tone, (I explain how I lighten it to
match my current skin tone here.) I cannot stop going back to it as the forumulation just does an
amazing job and is so different to all of my other foundations. It just makes my skin look so good
and I really enjoy applying this as it's a dream to work with.
Read my full review here!
http://www.laurameriertrimex.com.au

Nicole By OPI in 'Some Hearts'
If you follow me on Instagram, Facebook or Twitter then you'll know I have been loving this
hue this month, which I recieved in my Girlfriend's The Parcel since it is the month of love and all! ;)
The coral/pinky/red (somewhere inbetween those shades!) is such a perfect Summer colour!
It fits in perfectly with all of my Summer dresses, short shorts and lose bold coloured tops
and various white pieces. (I love wearing lots of white in Spring/Summer!)
Skin

Paula's Choice Sun 365 Self-Tanning Foam
I have been working on building up my tan to match the weather with this lately and am
totally in love! There is absolutely no weird scent to this and it drys super fast!
Stay tuned for a full review coming soon!

Paula's Choice RESIST Youth Extending Daily Mattifying Fluid
I have been using this on it's own on days when I am home and not wearing makeup and
mixed in with my Laura Mercier Moisture Supreme Foundation on days I am out and about.
It keeps my skin from looking shiny at the end of the day and still contains SPF to protect
my skin from the sun. Creates the illusion of peeeerfect skin!
Read my full review here!
http://www.paulaschoice.com.au

Hair

Natural World Coconut Water Weightless Hair Oil
Recently I decided I'd have enough of my hair. It was getting way too long.
(Just past the tip of my butt!) Add that to it being thick and frizzy wizzy and it was
annoying as hell so I gave myself the chop and literally cut half of it off before I
showered one night! It isn't really all that shocking as I usually always cut my own hair
and it feels so much lighter and a whole lot more managable now! This product has been
a great treat at giving my new hair lengh some TLC. The difference in appearance and feeling
has turned me nto one of those annoying people who constantly touch their hair!
Stay tuned for a full review coming soon!
http://www.naturalworldcosmetics.com

Scunci Everyday & Active No Damage Reflective Hair Elastics
Such a basic, everyday item, yet one I had to mention! These keep me sane in many ways!
One, because there are so many in this pack so if I loose one, who cares I have a million
spare! Two, they are snagless so they don't get all caught up in my hair causing knots and pain!
Three, the 3 different varient in design you see in the pic above are actually reflective and light
up in the dark like a bike safety light! They're so cool! :)
Watch my Scunci hair tutorials here!
http://www.scunci.com.au

What were your favs for Jan?
Did you discover new items or uncover some oldies stashed away?

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*Some of these products may have been sent to me for consideration/review.
*Some affiliate links may be used. (Thank you for supporting my blog!)

Sunday, November 30, 2014

NOVEMBER FAVS


~ NOVEMBER FAVOURITES ~

CHECK OUT MY PREVIOUS FAVS IN 2014!


~ FACE ~
Dr.LeWinns Ultra R4 Ultimate Lift Serum
Such an effective product that will make your skin radiate with youthfulness and hydration.

Indeed Laboratories Nanoblur
Makes all of my little imperfections disappear before my very eyes! Love this stuff, makes
for the perfect primer applied over your makeup! So different and interesting and works brilliantly!

~ BODY ~
Strongest working product ever! Nuff said!

Beautiful product and soaks right into my skin and makes it feel incredibly soft, smooth
and youthfully hydrated! Australian and all natural too!

~ HAIR ~
If there was such an award for the best smelling product, this would surely win, hands down!
Has an unexpected yummy, moreish scent which makes my hair smell like coconut!

I am going to have to ask Santa for a back up of this because I am going to be so sad and lost
once it runs out. I love it so much, best thing my hair has devoured in a long time!

~ LIPS/NAILS ~
Very similar to the Velour Lips in Ma-Li-Boo. Such a gorgeous hot pink shade.
Definitely a favourite shade of mine for the lips, day or night!

Maybelline Baby Lips Electro Pop in Berry Bomb
Smells exactly like a purple grape lolly without the taste unforunately. Gives a tiny
tint to your lips whilst feeling super moisturising and doesn't ware of as quick as most other
balms.

L'Oreal Paris Color Riche Top Coat in Gold Carat
After purchasing the silver version from the same range and falling in love with that,
I just had to add the gold to my collection as it's one coat coverage is phenomenal!

Australis Velourlips Matte Lip Cream in Mi-A-Mee
This has fast become my go-to coral lip shade for the Spring and coming into Summer.
Extremely bold colour and exceptional staying power!

Which products made your favs last month?
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Tuesday, November 4, 2014

OCTOBER FAVS



This has been a go-to product of mine this past month which I have been using
daily! I never have time to always wash my hair every second day as I would like,
so I have found myself reaching for this in between washes and it has really been
a life saver! Keeps my hair looking and smelling fresh!

I have really been having a lot of fun using this Mist Toner as it's a relatively new
concept to me. It has been getting so hot lately here in sunny QLD, so I have been
reaching for this during the day for a refreshing spritz on my face and it feels sooo good!
The smell is also a bit zesty and perks me up to get through the 3:30-itis mode!

My skin is naturally quite light since I never tan out in the sun.
However I do like the look of tanned skin every now and again and I have found
this especially on my legs which aren't the most toned part of my body, makes them
appear slightly more muscular and a little less wobbly!

Maybelline Color Show Street Artist Top Coat in White Splatter
I haven't had a chance to do a NOTD post with this new little button just yet,
so stay tuned, that will be coming up in a future post!
This is such a fun polish. I love the detail of all the different sized and shaped
glitter inside and the mix of white, purple and turquoise make it so pretty!

This is actually more coral than it appears in the photo. It looks like the most perfect
shade for Spring! It is so gorgeous and the formula just glides over my nails without
a fuss. It is so smooth and easy to get to look neat! Loving it so much!

I have been into a lot of blacks and browns when it comes to fashion lately with
a slash or hint of bright colour here and there and these headbands have been the
perfect accessory to complete every look! They keep my hair out of the way and 
securely in place without any fuss and I love how versatile they are. I like to wear
two at a time most days, they look so casual, yet keep you totally put together!

Maybelline Master Precise Liquid Liner
On old fav I've recently rediscovered in my makeup stash!
It is just like using a thin pointed texta only it's makeup, so it's totally ok to use on your
face!! ;) I have complete control when using this as it isn't messy at all and I can
create any shape or thickness I want to and I love that there is no need to keep
re-dipping my brush cutting down the time it takes to create my look!

What were your stand out favs for Oct?
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*Some of the products mentioned were sent to me for review
*My opinion of a product will always be honest & based on my own personal experience 
*All photographs are my own