June Empties and Project 50 Pan Update

Hey all, 

I went through a lot of products this month, and I mean A LOT! Being on Project 50 Pan, I was very determined to get rid of all the products clogging up my shelves. I had a lot of products that were nearly  empty, but just didn't seem to make it over the line.

Well, they are gone now. 

I used a total of 28 products this month, bringing my Project 50 Pan total so far to 48. 2 months later and 2 more products to go? Well, this went a lot quicker than expected! I have been surprised at my willpower over the past couple of months, and have not bought anything at all (except replacements). I do have a wish list from here to the moon though! 

Here are the empties from this month! 

Face 

1. Neutrogena Pink Grapefruit Oil-Free Acne Wash 

2. Models Prefer Mattyfying Primer

3. Neutrogena Rapid Clear 2-in-1 Fight and Fade Gel 

4. Swisspers Cucumber Facial Cleansing Wipes

Body

5. Lush Flying Fox Shower Gel 

6. Redwin Sorbolene Hand Wash 

7. Aldi White Lily + Lotus Flower Body Wash 

8. Billie Goat Soap Lavender Hand & Body Wash

9. Avon Foot Works Mojito Foot Scrub

10. Palmers Cocoa Butter SPF15

11. Vaseline Aloe Vera Moisturiser 

12. Redwin Organics Orange & Bergamot Moisturiser 

13. The Aromatherapy Company - My Little Tea Party Hand Cream in Strawberry Shortcake

14. Nivea Soft Intensive Moisturising Creme

15. Body Shop Coconut Body Butter

16. Lush Helping Hands 

Hair 

17. Schwarzkopf Extra Care Deep Nutrition Conditioner

18. Loreal Elvive Total Repair Conditioner 

19. Lush Big Shampoo

Makeup 

20. Kit Lip Gloss in Big Night Out 

21. Blistex Lip Conditioner SPF20

22. Lacura Volumising Mascara 

23. Australis Mega Lash Mascara 

Miscellaneous 

24. enVme Make-Up Remover Pads 

25. Priceline Round Cotton Pads 

26. Sensodyne Rapid Relief 

27. Brazillian Beauty Exfoliating Mitt

28. Dove Beauty Cream Bar 

Did you enjoy the many glimpses of my ever so exciting text books?

I think this shows that Project 50 Pan is a killer way to make room on your shelves, and to save a little money on the way. I will do a proper round up when I officially finish! 

Now that you realise it can be done in just over two months, who wants to give it a try?!

Hope you all have a great night! xx

Shopping My Stash

Hey all,

This post is going to be short and sweet, as I have been feeling very under the weather for the last few days. I still wanted to share with all of you though! 

I'm not going to lie, I have a very large make up collection. Friends and family are always harping at me to 'start some sort of business', or looking at me as though I am insane (probably just a little). Having a large number of products, I have found that many end up becoming lost and forgotten; and sometimes feel guilty that not all my products are getting the love that they deserve.

So I decided to do something about it, and participate in the 'Shop My Stash' theme that has been going around for a while.

What Is It? 
It is pretty much just an opportunity to rediscover items from your stash, and to place them in your everyday routine. 


My Rules
1. Every week, pick 5 items from my stash that I haven't been using. 
2. Use all of these items at least twice in the week. 


The Products
Anything, except nail polish and brushes. 


Week One 

1. Sleek Primer Palette
2. Illamasqua Cream Blush in Libido
3. Benefit Ooh La Lift 
4. Physicians Formula Shimmer Strip in Sunset Strip 
5. Sleek Eyeshadow Palette in Monaco 

I am going to be doing this every week for the next three months. Feel free to join in, for as long as you like, and link me if you have already started!

Hope you all have a great night! 

May Empties and the Beginning of Project 50 Pan

Hey all, 

I know that this post is running a little late, so sorry! I have been swamped with university assignments, but thankfully they are all done now and I can finally breathe easy again. 

I got through a total of 20 products last month, which is great for me as it is also the month that I have decided to start Project 50 Pan. For those of you who don't know, Project 50 Pan was created by Anissa of Beautifully Glossy and is a project where you halt purchasing until 50 products are used up. 

Why am I doing this to myself again? 

I am trying to cut down on purchasing to both save money and to give me a chance to explore my collection. 

Here are my May empties and the beginning of 50 finished products! 

Face Products 

1. Simplicite Plant Gel Cleanser for Dry/Mature Skin 

An absolute winter favourite for me! Cleanses without drying and keeps skin well moisturised. Smells divine as well. I use it every night, or every second night depending. 

Price: $37.90

Repurchase: Already have. 

2. Simple Cleansing Facial Wipes

These babies have been in my empties before, and I still love them as much as ever! Non-irritating and perfect for dryer, winter months. 

Price: $6.99

Repurchase: Already have. 

3. Clarisonic Sensitive Skin Brush Head 

Adore my Clarisonic and replace the brush head every 3 months without fail. I have found that the sensitive head works best for my skin. 

Price: $34.95

Repurchase: Have a new one on now, and will repurchase again when the time comes. 

4. MAC Studio Careblend Pressed Powder in Medium Dark

I adore this, it takes away shine without adding too much colour. Doesn't leave a powdery effect. Saying that, I do like my Mineralize Skinfinish more. 

Price: $36.00

Repurchase: Not this time, but probably in the future. 

5. Face of Australia 3 in 1 Primer

My favourite drugstore primer, smoothes out skin and creates the perfect base. Doesn't cause me to break out either. Also has SPF15+, which is great! 

Price: 12.95

Repurchase: Always have one in my collection, so yes. 

6. MAC Mineralize Skinfinish Natural in Medium Deep 

Absolutely adore. Holy grail product. Can't live without it. Definitely recommend that you try this baby! 

Price: $47.00

Repurchase: Always have two in stock, just in case 

7. Biosource Cleanser 

One of the best cleansers for my skin that I have tried. Balances oil without drying, and leaves skin smooth. Use it every morning, or twice a day depending. 

Price: $29.00

Repurchase: Another one that I always have two in stock of! 

Hair and Body 

8. V05 Hot Oil Moisture Soak Elixir 

A wonderful once-a-week hot oil hair treatment. Keeps my hair hydrated and full of shine. 

Price: $6.99 with 5 in a pack. 

Repurchase: Yes. 

9. L'Oreal Elvive Total Repair Conditioner

I go through conditioner so much quicker than shampoo, and this is one of my favourites. Perfect for my hair and does everything I would ask of it. 

Price: $6.99

Repurchase: There are always about 4 in my cupboard.

10. Lush Sugar Scrub 

Love! A great natural exfoliator and it smells pretty yummy too. 

Price: $6.50

Repurchase: I like having 3 of these in the cupboard, I don't know why 3 is the magic number - but it works!

11. Aveeno Intense Relief Hand Cream

I suffer from horribly dry hands, especially in winter. This being so, I have a bit of a collection of hand creams. I really like this one though! It is specially formulated to last through hand washing, so is great for when I am busy. 

Price: $9.99

Repurchase: Yes

12. OP Therapy Summer Glow Sea Salt Scrub

This baby size product was in a Bella Box that I received and I absolutely love it. A great scrub, with a great smell. 

Price: Full size is $19

Repurchase: Already have. 

13. Wet Ones Sensitive Wipes 

Purse pack, great for everything

Price: $1.99

Repurchase: Yes. 

14. Lush Soft Coeur Massage Bar

Amazing smell, great for the skin. Chocolately goodness! 

Price: $10.50

Repurchase: Picked up a different massage bar to try. 

Make Up & Nails 

15 & 16. Blistex SPF 20 Lip Conditioner x 2

Great! Especially for winter. Very conditioning. Has high sun protection levels as well. 

Price: $5.49

Repurchase: Always have a few laying around. 

17. Sally Hansen Diamond Strength

A great nail treatment, strengthens and prevents peeling. I do like my Nail Tek Foundation more though. 

Price: $16.95

Repurchase: Not this time. 

18. Avon Super Shock Mascara 

One of my absolute favourite mascaras of all time! Here is a review I wrote.

Price: $9.50 from the US (Bought on eBay)

Repurchase: Always. 

19. Rimmel Extra Wow Lash Mascara

A great all round mascara, nothing too special though. 

Price: $12.95

Repurchase: I don't think that they sell this one anymore. 

20. Rimmel Extra Super Lash Mascara

This one, I love. The wand is amazing for getting great uplift to the lashes. 

Price: $12.95

Repurchase: In the future. 

Phew! I always feel great after writing an empties post. It is good to see that I actually get through a few products each month, it definitely feels very rewarding. 

Project 50 Pan Tally - 20 

20 down, only 30 to go! Wish me luck! 

Hope you all have a great night! xx

*Also, follow me on Instagram (sharleenabramley) to keep up to date with the #30daysoflippy challenge! 

Looking After Myself: Skin Care Routine

Hey all, 

This post has been a long time coming, I have just been so caught up blogging about prettier things! But, the time is nigh! A balanced skin care routine that is tailored to your individual needs is vital to maintain the health and appearance of your skin. And with your skin being your largest organ, it definitely should be looked after! 

Not everything will work for everyone, and this post is just about what works for me - so keep that in mind when reading!

Hope you enjoy! 

Makeup Removal 

Swisspers Botanical Extracts Eye Make-Up Remover 

- Smells gorgeous, is gentle on the eyes and handles waterproof mascara without trouble! 

When: At night, or any time I'm switching things around.

Where to Buy: Priceline and Selected Pharmacies

Price: Think it was around $10

Wild Harvest Virgin Coconut Oil 

- I use this miracle product after cleansing facial wipes and let it sink in. Also use it under masks and on my hair as a treatment. It works wonders! 

When: Night. 

Where to Buy: Health Stores 

Price: $18.99

Simple Cleansing Facial Wipes 

- Removes all makeup without irritating the skin. 

When: Night, or when removing makeup. 

Where to Buy: Priceline and Pharmacies. 

Price: $6.99

Cleansing, Exfoliating, Masks and Toning

Natio Renew Radiance Exfoliator 

- An enzyme based exfoliator that promotes radiant skin without irritating. Doesn't cause me any redness. I use it once or twice a week, depending. I tried this on a whim and have grown to adore it! 

When: Usually at night. 

Where to Buy: Priceline, Myer and Selected Pharmacies. 

Price: $19.95

Clinique 7 Day Scrub Cream

- My favourite way to start the week! This scrub is divine - it works wonders to remove impurities and refine the complexion. I stopped using most Clinique products a while ago, but couldn't let go of this one! Also, it smells like cake batter. 

When: Usually at night. 

Where to Buy: Myer, David Jones. 

Price: $47.00

Formula 10.0.6 Deep Down Detox Ultra-Cleansing Mud Mask

- I have been using this brand for years and love the way my skin feels after this mask. The mud draws out horrid impurities and balances oil. I will either use this, a Lush Fresh Face Mask, or Simplicite mask once a week. 

When: Night, usually in the bathtub surrounded by steam. 

Where to Buy: Priceline

Price: $8.99

Simplicite Exfoliating Face Treatment

I use this as a mask. Gorgeous organic product that does wonders to plump up and treat imperfections in my skin. Great anti-aging properties. The only problem is that I don't like the smell. 

When: Night. 

Where to Buy: Online, Myer 

Price: $41.70

Biotherm Biosource Cleanser

- Been using this since the beginning of the year, and I ADORE it! Contains balancing zinc and leaves my skin feeling cleansed, without being tight or dry. 

Best for normal-combination skin. 

When: Day and night. 

Where to Buy: Myer

Price: $29.00

Biotherm Biosource Lotion/Toner

- A non aggressive and non drying toner. Removes traces of dirt and makeup and increases cell production. 

When: Day and Night 

Where to Buy: Myer 

Price: $36.00

I use my cleanser with my Clarisonic Mia at night- which I adore! I use the sensitive brush head. 

Where to Buy: Adore Beauty & Myer 

Price: $150

Moisturiser, Treatments and Sunscreen

Biotherm Aquasource Skin Perfection

- One of the best moisturisers that I have ever tried. Moisturises my skin without causing oiliness. Moisture lasts all day. 

When: Morning

Where to Buy: Myer 

Price: $64.00

Simplicite Rosemary Blemish Gel 

- A natural, organic treatment for less aggressive blemishes. Soothes and fades. 

When: Whenever needed. 

Where to Buy: Online & Myer 

Price: $28.80

Neutrogena Healthy Defence Sunscreen

- The normal/combination sunscreen variety. Offers sun protecting without oiliness and also doesn't leave a white shadow on my darker skin. 

When: Whenever venturing outside. 

Where to Buy: Priceline, Pharmacies

Price: $14.99

Trilogy Rosehip Oil Antioxidant +

- I cannot live without this little baby! Makes my skin radiant and calm. Also increases cell renewal and protects from environmental damage. 

When: Day and Night

Where to Buy: Adore Beauty, Priceline, Myer and Health Stores

Price: $29.95

Simplicite Lemon Night Creme

- More intense moisture for night time. Smells divine! Suits all skin types.

When: Night

Where to Buy: Online and Myer 

Price: $59.90

Neutrogena Rapid Clear 2-in-1 Fight & Fade Gel

- Zaps pimples in no time! A definite HG product for me. 

When: When needed 

Where to Buy: Priceline and pharmacies. 

Price: $14.99

Biotherm Aquasource Eye Perfection

- My favourite eye cream. Helps reduce puffiness and dark circles without being over moisturising. 

When: Day and night

Where to Buy: Myer 

Price: $49.00

Wow, what a long post! Feel free to ask me any questions. 

Have you done a skin care routine post? If so, link me! 

Hope you all have a great night! xx

April Empties

Hey all, 

Another month, a few more empties! This emptying kick that I am on is going great, and it feels surprisingly rewarding! Nothing better than knowing you used a product to the last drop; makes me feel as though my money is being put to good use (that's my excuse anyway!). 

The empties of April! 

1. enVme Make-Up Remover Pads 

Just your run of the mill cotton facial pads, nothing special here. 

2. Annabel Trends Facial Blotting Paper

Got this as a GWP, and I absolutely loved them. 

3. Herban Essentials Lemon Towelette 

Natural antiseptic and antibacterial wipes. Also smell divine! 

Price: $15.00 for a pack of 20

Repurchase: Already have. 

4. Lush The Carrot Bubble Bar 

An easter special that smelt divine and was very moisturising. Lasts quite a few washes as well! 

Price: $9.95

Repurchase: I would, but I don't think they sell them anymore :( 

5. Sally Hansen Strenghtening Nail Polish Remover 

Contains enough acetone (80%) to pack a punch, and doesn't dry nails out.

Price: $5.45 for 150ml

Repurchase: Have a stock pile. 

6. QV Bath Oil 

Intensely moisturising, soap free and pH balanced. Especially great for winter months! 

Price: $9.95 for 250ml

Repurchase: Already have. 

7. The Body Shop Hemp Intensive Hand Butter 

This is one of my favourite hand creams of all time. So very moisturising, and it lasts a lifetime! Smells pretty good too...

Price: $23.95

Repurchase: Of course!! 

8. Biotherm Aquasource Skin Perfection Moisturiser 

My day moisturiser, I absolutely love it! It keeps my skin balanced, radiant and clear. 

Price: $64.00

Repurchase: Already have. 

9. Lush BB Seaweed Fresh Face Mask 

A wonderful, more natural face mask! Works great for me to remove impurities, balance skin and keep everything calm. Has a shelf life of only 3 weeks. 

Price: $14.95

Repurchase: Every 3 weeks. 

10. The Body Shop Strawberry Body Butter 

Wonderful smell (so very good!) and extremely moisturising! Lather it on and enjoy. 

Price: $27.95

Repurchase: I picked up the Chocomania body butter instead! 

11 & 12. L'oreal Elvive Total Repair Shampoo and Conditioner

My favourite drugstore combination, works really well for my hair and doesn't create build-up! 

Price: $6.99 each 

Repurchase: Yes!

There are my empties for yet another month! I seem to be getting through products like crazy at the moment! 

Have you tried any of these? Love/hate them? 

If you have an empties post, link it below - I would love to read it! 

Hope you all have a great night! xx

March Empties

Hey all, 

This is my first ever empties post! 

I have been on a bit of an emptying mission of late, and love the feeling I get when a product is finished. I was quite surprised at the number of empties I accumulated at the end of the month - I would have thought that I went through a lot less! 

I plan on doing this every month for a while! Here are the empties. 

1. Simple Cleansing Wipes x 2 - These are my go-to makeup removal wipes, they don't irritate my skin and remove most makeup easily. 

Repurchase: Yes, already have. 

$6.99

2. Swisspers Cucumber Facial Cleansing Wipes - These used to be my favourites until I found the Simple Wipes. 

Repurchase: No. 

$6.29

3. Swisspers Cotton Pads - My favourite cotton pads for both makeup removal and toner application.

Repurchase: Yes, already have. 

$2.99

4. Simplicite Plant Gel Cleanser - Completely organic, Australian owned and made. Simplicite products were in my skincare regime for quite a while. They are still amazing products, I just felt as though I needed a change and found some products that work better with my skin! 

Repurchase: Not at the moment, maybe sometime in the future. 

$39.70

5. Simplicite One Step Exfoliating Cleanser - A great daily exfoliator! 

Repurchase: No, maybe in the future. 

$46.90

6. L'oreal Elvive Total Repair Conditioner x 2 - My absolute favourite (drugstore) conditioner! I use the shampoo as well and adore it. It strengthens, restores and adds shine. 

Repurchase: Yes, I have a stock in my bathroom cupboard. 

$6.99

7. Batiste Dry Shampoo in Blush - My favourite dry shampoo, I prefer the 'Blush' scent over the others. Absorbs oil and doesn't leave a residue when brushed out! 

$9.99

8. TreSemme Colour Conditioner Travel Size - Not a favourite, but used it up whilst travelling. 

Repurchase: No. 

$ Can't remember. 

9. Evo The Great Hydrator Treatment - This is a great product, I can't rave about Evo products enough!

Repurchase: Didn't repurchase this one, but picked up The Mane Prescription. 

$ This was a sample. 

10. Lush Sauna Tabs x 3 - Great for a facial steam! 

$2.50 each 

11. La Purete Day Cream - A natural moisturiser, used for brightening and preventing sun damage. 

Repurchase: No, changed my skincare routine.

$63.00

12. Body Shop Intensive Hand Protector - One of my absolute favourite hand moisturisers and treatments. Intensive moisture. 

Repurchase: Yes. 

$21.95

13. Dove Go Fresh Cucumber and Green Tea Deodorant - I love the scent of this deodorant, and it keeps sweat at bay. 

Repurchase: Yes.

$5.29

14. Lacura Beauty Nail Polish Remover - Picked this one up at ALDI, it was fine, but not my favourite. 

Repurchase: No. 

$ Sorry, I can't remember, but it wasn't very much. 

15. Maybelline The Falsies Mascara - One of my favourites! 

Repurchase: Yes. 

$18.95

16. Almay Get Up & Grow Mascara - Another favourite mascara!

Repurchase: Definitely.

$21.95

17. QV Gentle Wash - I am horribly allergic to soap and after an accidental soap encounter I needed this gem to calm my skin down. 

Repurchase: Yes, always have it handy. 

$19.99

18. Savacol Mouth Rinse - This stuff was my saviour after wisdom teeth surgery. 

Repurchase: No, I've gone back to regular listerine now. 

$9.49

19. Lux Tahitian Escape Shower Gel - This smelt amazing! And didn't irritate my skin. I grabbed it on sale for $2. 

Repurchase: I have another bottle in the cupboard. 

20. Colgate Total Whitening - My favourite toothpaste, and pretty much the only one I will use. 

Repurchase: Of course. 

$4.99

21: Colgate Total Floss - Dental hygiene in important! Haha. 

Repurchase: I have a stock pile. 

$3.49

Okay, there are a lot of them! 

Hope you enjoyed this post! I love reading these kind of posts, so if you have written one, link it below! 

Hope you all have a great afternoon! xx


*Sorry the products are a bit spread out in the pics, my cat decided empty bottles were a bundle of fun! 

March Favourites

Hey all, 

It's favourites time again! Yippie-yay-yay! (I'm odd - don't worry, I know!). 

I haven't done a favourites post for a little while now, mainly because my favourites have stayed the same over the past few months. But now I have some new products that I am loving, so I thought I would share! 

The Favourites 

Models Prefer Mattifying Primer - My new favourite primer, it goes on smoothly, controls shine and reduces the size of pores. 

$12.95

Evo Mane Prescription Hair Treatment - A protein treatment that adds strength and shine to hair. 

$25.95

Face of Australia Lip Quench in Ruby Delight - My current go-to red! 

$9.45 

Maybelline Mineral Power Concealer in Medium 4 - An old favourite, it really is a wonderful concealer! 

I'm sorry, I can't remember the price of this one! 

Essence Gel Eyeliner in 01 Midnight in Paris - Although I still adore my Bobbi Brown gel eyeliners, this one is my current favourite. Cheap and ever so amazing! 

$5.95

Biotherm Aquasource Skin Perfection Moisturiser - Absolutely adore! It works so well with my skin. $64.00

Clarisonic Mia - My skin has been a much better version of itself since I started using my Clarisonic! Review will be coming soon. 

$150.00

Essie Apricot Cuticle Oil - Keeps my nails hydrated; prevents chipping and peeling. It also smells divine! 

$18.95

Have you tried any of these products? What do you think?

What are your favourites this month? Link your posts down below - I would love to read them! 

Hope you all have a great night! xx

November Favourites!

Hey all, 

It's favourites time again! Has everyone had a good month?

 Honestly, I have been in love with so many products this month; it was super dooper hard for me to restrict my list! What can I say, I have a lot of love to go around!

What I Have Been In Love With

Avon Super Shock Mascara 

This is such an amazing find! The wand is brilliant, it separates and extends lashes like nothing else! 

Eco Tools Retractable Kabuki

Great for on the go touch ups! Fits in your bag perfectly! 

Ulta 3 Nail Colour in Watermelon

A cheapie, but isn't it the most splendid summer colour!? 

Herbal Essences Tousle Me Softly Hairspray

I have been in love with this for a while! Great for creating the perfect 'I don't care' look. 

Purr by Katy Perry

I am cat crazy! As hard as it is to admit, I did buy this fragrance for the adorable cat packaging...but it turns out that I adore the smell! 

Rimmel Lasting Finish by Kate Lipstick in 14 

Absolutely stunning nude lipstick that doesn't wash me out, or make my lips look dead! Perfect for everyday, or matched with a smokey eye. 

I highly recommend trying out all the products that made it onto my faves list this month. Christmas is coming up, some of these would make great stocking stuffers!

Talking about Christmas, I have some exciting festive posts coming up - so keep your eyes open! 

What is everyone loving this month? 

Hope you all have a great day! xx

In my life - The cat had a bit of a health scare today & now has to be kept inside for 2 weeks; she's already torturing me on day one! The man is also in Melbourne - he went down to see Eminem, so I have a few days to myself. It's funny how easy they are to miss! 

Lust Have It - October Box

Hey all,

I have most definitely been going on a bit of a beauty box subscription spree in the last couple of months, and so far am absolutely loving the concept! I subscribed to Lust Have It after a fellow blogger commented on my beauty box post. I was pretty excited about it after checking out their website! But now, I am not so certain how I feel.

We all know how important first impressions are, don't we? Well firstly, my October beauty box didn't arrive in October at all , but on November 1! Now I am sure lust have it! didn't intend for that to happen, and it was probably of Australia Post's doing...but nonetheless, it did irk me. 

How about the products? Well, they are nice products. I just feel that they aren't tailored to me in the slightest, and they weren't really what I was looking for. There were quite a few anti-ageing samples, and at under 25 they just don't excite me as much. I was really hoping for more make up related products, and less general skin care. 

Enough rambling! 

What Was in the Box?

- Lancome Genifique Youth Activator 

- LimeLily Cosmetics Cream Blush in 

- Lush Soap - Honey I Washed the Kids 

- Taut Collagen Orange Drink 

Kerastase Resistance Range

- Bain De Force Shampoo

- Ciment Anti-Usure Treatment

- Ciment Thermique - Reconstructor Milk 

All in all, my socks weren't knocked off. Although the Lush soap smells divine, and my hair is going to thoroughly enjoy the treatments - I was just expecting more! I shall leave my subscription open for the next couple of months, and see what the future boxes are like.

Maybe I am just too fussy? Either way, I still have hope!

Hope you all have a great day! xx

Wishing Upon a Star: November

Hey all, 

Mmm...make up! 

I have had massive beauty related cravings this month, so it was really hard for me to cut my wish list down into an 'appropriate' size. Thankfully it's coming up to Christmas soon! Definitely time for me to start placing wish lists strategically around the house...you know, light reading material and everything! 

Here's a portion of what I'm lusting after this month! 

The Goodies 

Illamasqua Blush in Hussy - $42
Love! That is the emotion I have for my Illamasqua blushes! I'm always looking to add to my collection & have been lusting after Hussy for a while! 

Revlon Lip Butters
I have no idea if we are even getting these in Australia, but I saw one of my favourite beauty gurus Emily Noel from emilynoel83 (youtube) talking about them and I think they are to die for! I really hope we get them soon, if not, I may just have to buy some off eBay! 

Illamasqua Skin Base in 10 & 12 (my perfect shade!) - $65
I have spent so much money on foundation etc recently, that I haven't really been able to justify buying more. But I have gone 2 whole weeks without forking out (amazinnng :P), and this just looks so amazing! 


Wittner Wedges - $149.95
Shoes, shoes, and more shoes! I absolutely adore the colour of these wedges. No, I don't really need them. But they are pretty! And they will look amazing keeping all my other wedges company.

Tarte Amazonian Clay Blush in Amused & Blissful - $25
I haven't bought any of these beauties yet and am not entirely sure why! I should get onto it, stat! 

Inglot Freedom System 5 Eyeshadow Palette, full of shadow's of course!
I have no idea exactly what shadows I want, there are so many to choose from! But, I have definitely been wanting to purchase a freedom system palette for a while now, and I think this may just be the month to do it! I do love Inglot products after all... 

Is anyone else finding it extremely hard to believe that it's November already?! Where-o-where has this year gone? Now I am starting to feel as though I am behind on Holiday plans!

Hope you all have a great day! xx

My Two Cents On The Importance of Sun Protection This Summer!

Hey all, 

I'm usually not one to nag, but I don't see this as nagging! I see it more as...enforcing education upon ;) 

As most of you who live in Australia (and those of you who don't) would know, the sun is a damn dangerous thing. In a nutshell, it burns up your skin, and turns what was once a bunch of happy little skin cells into cancerous lil monsters. Sun protection is absolutely vital in Australia and around the world! It doesn't only help prevent skin cancer, but also prevents: premature ageing, sun spots (brown spots) and other general sun damage. 

Despite common beliefs, no one is immune to the damage caused by the sun - even if you have dark skin to begin with! I have a med-dark (NC40/42) complexion, and I am young - but guess what? In the last year I have had 2 cancerous spots removed from my right leg. My oh my!

Approx 2 in 3 Australians will be diagnosed with skin cancer before age 70 & till this day, prevention remains the best way to save lives! 

The Lowdown

- If you think 'it won't happen to you', it quite possibly could.  

- Over-exposure to the sun can cause a variety of skin cancers, premature ageing & brown spots

- Try using products with a minimum SPF 30+ UVB & UVA broad spectrum protection on both your body and your face.

- Always reapply sunscreen! 

- Avoid excessive sun exposure 

- DO NOT use tanning beds/solariums 

Okay, now for the fun stuff! 

Favourite Sun Protection Products 

L'Oreal UV Perfect Daily Moisturising Lotion SPF 30+ 

Nivea Sun Moisturising Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30+

Blistex SPF20 Lip Conditioner 

Neutrogena Healthy Skin Foundation SPF 20 

My Gorgeous Orange Floppy Hat

Did Anyone Say Kaftan?! 

The First Ever BellaBox! October 2011

Hey all, 

After receiving my Beauty Box Australia a couple of weeks ago and being somewhat disappointed, I have been eagerly awaiting my first (and the first!) BellaBox. I'd heard a lot of good things about them, and subscribed immediately! But of course, because I was so excited, Australia Post had to delay my delivery for no apparent reason! 

But finally, it is here! It was waiting for me at home today, and I nearly jumped through the roof! 

We all know that first impressions are important, and I must say that as soon as I opened my box I was impressed! I was slightly worried because I'd set my expectations of BellaBox quite high, but they met my expectations and more! The packaging is adorable and stylish, the products are amazing and varied, and the little touches (like tying together two loose sachets with ribbon) let you know that they really care about their customers. 

Enough of my rambling, you all want to know what was in the box! 

What Did I Get

- Napoleon Perdis Auto Pilot Pre-Foundation Primer 

- A'KIN Lavender, Geranium & Jojoba Hand and Nail Creme 

- Alpha-H Gentle Daily Exfoliant 

- Savoir Faire Lipstick in Miss You 

- One Skin System Daily Hydrate 

- Wines Wipes 

I was ecstatic when I saw what my box contained. It was full of beauty goodies I have been wanting to try, or can't wait to try soon! I am happy with every single one of the six products in my box, and I will be using all of them! 

I am especially happy with the Savoir Faire Lipstick! The packaging is absolutely divine, and the shade is to die for! I swatched it on my hand immediately and am so excited to try it out on my lips soon! 

I am going to sum up how impressed I am with my BellaBox in one sentence, or I will be here all day. This is a subscription I am definitely going to keep!! 

They have promised to continously deliver fun, innovative and exciting products - I believe their promise and am excited for many more BellaBoxes to come! You can check BellaBox out here.

Hope you all have a great day! xx

Beauty Box Australia - I Can't Believe It!

Hey all, 

I know I just did a quick post, but here is another one - ta-dah!

Short story: I nearly had a heart attack! I cannot believe that I just did a blog post about new beauty box subscription services coming to Australia and had no idea that Beauty Box was already in Australia!! I was informed of this astonishing (but exciting) fact while searching through twitter. 

It only took me about 10 seconds to sign up! A review will definitely be on its way once my box arrives, they ship out on the 10th of each month! 

The Lowdown 

- $14.95/month 

- Subscription service

- Cancel anytime 

- 4-5 samples per month 

Brands Released So Far: Bio-oil, Biotherm, Bobbi Brown, Calvin Klein Fragrances, Clinique, Essie, Garnier, John Frieda, Jurlique, Marc Jacobs Fragrances, Playboy Fragrances, Sally Hansen, Shiseido, shu uemura, Thalgo & YSL. 

Don't those brands just excite you? Definitely the best brands included in beauty boxes that I have seen available in Australia so far! I am definitely excited about Bobbi Brown, Essie & shu uemura! 

What Was in the Beauty Box in September (Last Month)

-  YSL Beauty Sleep

- Oh, Lola! Marc Jacobs

- Sally Hansen Everyday Strength Medium Nail File 

- Playboy Play it Spicy Body Spray 

- Shu Uemura High Performance Balancing Cleansing Oil Advanced Formula 

Check it out all! 

Hope you all have a great day! xx

Btw: I will never, ever, regret getting a twitter....ever!  

Bella Box & I Love This Box - Monthly Beauty Boxes Arrive in Australia!

Hey all, 

I think that this is something that will excite all us Australian beauty freaks! Luxury beauty product samples delivered to our doors every month, to try, and to undoubtedly fall in love with! 

I am talking about Bella Box and I Love This Box, which are two monthly subscription beauty box services launching in Australia sometime this month. Those in the USA, Canada and the UK have been enjoying services of this kind for years, now it is our turn to jump on the bandwagon! 

Great For 

- Those of us who are always interested in trying new products 

- Those who are never sure what they should try (let's face it, there are A LOT of new products out there) 

- Reviewers 

- I also think it would make for a super interesting monthly YouTube video (just an idea!)

The Lowdown

BellaBox 

- 3 to 5 handpicked luxurious beauty items 

- Free delivery 

- Cancel anytime 

- Discounts for products in the bellabox store 

Brand names released so far: Napoleon Perdis, twistband, Pangea Organics, A'kin, Phytomer, Alpha-H, Obessive Compulsive Cosmetics, Wine Wipes, Faust's, One Skin System, Gatineau & Panda Pen 

Price: To be released 

I Love This Box
- 4 to 5 luxury beauty products 

- Can pay in advance

- Subscription service can be set up as a gift (what an amazing idea!)

- No commitments, cancel anytime 

- Online shop

- Points system (free stuff anyone?) 

Brand names released so far: Decleor, Kerastase, Lancome, Revlon & Smashbox

Price: 14.95 AUD/month

I must say that out of the two I am most excited about I Love This Box, I am a big lover of Smashbox products and am esctatic to see that it is one of their luxury box brands! I also love that they have already released the costs & they are super easy to contact (on facebook), and seem lovely and easy to deal with! Needless to say though, I will be subscribing to both, and I will definitely have a review of each once they start mailing boxes out!

I think it's a wonderful and exciting idea! And am definitely glad that it's finally in Australia, I always feel like us gorgeous Australian women are missing out on all the fun! 

Hope you all have a great day! xx