Hey Readers,
I hope the weekend finds you well!! This week another Bellabox box has arrived and I wasn't expecting it this week so its been a nice surprise to see it at my door. But before I get into this months products I will review the box for June!!
Rimmel London Lasting Finish Lipstick by Kate Moss in the shade 30.
I was so excited for this and it did not disappoint!! I love this deep plum it just finishes my makeup looks perfectly and everytime I wear it someone comments says how good it looks. Loving it and will continue to wear.
Sukin Chia Seed Oil
I will be honest I haven't used this at all I did put it on the bathroom shelf so it was out to remind me to use but I cleaned up and put it into a basket an kinda forgot it was there ooops!! I will try to give it a whirl this month!!
Nivea Cream Mini Tin
I haven't open this tin but I have used product from a larger tin that I already opened. This cream is great for the winter months so hydrating and long lasting.
Goldwell Dualscenses Just Smooth 60 Second Treatment
I really have enjoyed this one and it really does work when its only been applied to the hair for such a short amount of time. My hair is left soft and smooth but not unmanageable which I enjoy.
Nutraplus Intensive Anti Dryness Lotion
This little tube has been perfect for having in my hand bag with the weather getting windy and chilly bring out the dry patches and this perfect to have on hand for any moment!!
So onto Bellabox July so this months box has come with the theme of Around the globe but I have to say after looking at the websites for two of the three products I have received are Australian with the second Korea so overall we haven't traveled too far nonetheless some interesting products have arrived so lets get started...
Zuii Certified Organic Vegan Flora Mascara received on full size mascara in Black
This certified organic vegan mascara offers luxurious smudge-proof formula that says it will add volume and length. Always happy to see a makeup item and those of you that read regularly know that I always love trying a new mascara cannot wait to try.
Blaq Face Mask received a deluxe sample 15ml full size is 60ml
This peel off mask contains activated charcoal to draw out impurities and blackheads. I am interested to try this one I don't love using nose strips so while this is still a peel off product I am interested to see if its a good alternative.
The Face Shop Chia Seed Discovery Kit received three deluxe samples from the range.
This discovery kit contains the hydrating toner, hydrating emulsion and no shine intense hydrating cream. This is a nice set to introduce you to the products within the face shop range that are all chia seed based. All three are gentle on the skin, help the skin to retain its natural moisture as well as helping the skin to keep shine at bay. To be honest the only product I am really interested to try is the no shine cream I generally use these types of creams to moisturise before makeup and being a combo skin girl I find they help to keep my makeup last longer.
So that ends my Bellabox for July I hope you enjoyed this and the review of June's box. I am reasonably happy with this box will try everything and share my thoughts next month!! Until then happy reading and happy shopping!!
Everlynne.
Hey Readers,
I hope this post finds you well!! Today I am back with a little bit of a different post. For a while I have been a little stuck for things to write about and at the same time I have not had a lot of time to dedicate to blogging as my day job has been so busy!! Everytime I think of an idea I find myself picking up the same products that I have written about time and time before. I've been wanting to write more about different things. Now don't get me wrong I love my writing about beauty boxes and I love giving my thoughts on mascaras I have been using but I want to change it up. So today I am doing what I am going to call a fast five!! These post will consist of five mini reviews of beauty or beauty related products. I am hoping I can be as concise as possible to give a good overview without making these posts to long. I am also going to try to stick to products and items that I haven't spoken about before on my blog, items that go under the radar when it comes to the makeup routine and items that may be left out of the Instagram fotd posts but are essentials to my makeup day!! So lets get started......
Lacura Beauty Dual End Contour Angle Makeup Brush
This was a limited edition release makeup brush from Lacura Beauty (Sold exclusively in Aldi Supermarkets). I will be honest from the beginning I did not buy this with contour in mind. While the angle brush end is soft and fluffy. I find it only really great if I want a diffused finish to my bronzer/contour. I mainly use it to buff out product on my cheeks if I have been a little heavy handed or to lightly apply powder under the eyes. The main reason I enjoy this is the ''contour'' end again I would never use this for for contour. I love it to apply foundation. The brush is the perfect density for liquid foundations not too tightly packed but not too fluffy. It picks up and applies foundation easily and whether you prefer a buffing or stippling motion I always get a smooth flawless finish. If they ever release more in this line I will definitely give them a try.
Manicare Brow/Eye Defining Brush
This is the reason my eyeliner is smooth and my winged liner isn't wonky every single day and my use of it is probably my best kept beauty secret!!! I simply cannot apply eyeliner evenly free hand and when I discovered this brush I never looked back!! Densely packed bristles allow you to apply any type of liner easily and smoothly. Its flexible enough to hug the lash line to get a smooth line but precise enough that you get an even wing. I usually use with pencil liner although I do love this with cream or gel liners too.
Make-Up Design (MUD) Flawless Finish Foundation
I have always been intrigued about supermarket brand (Sold in Woolworths) makeup despite often having the thought that cheap usually isn't always great quality. So after seeing a you Tube video using this foundation I was interested to try. Now it won't be replacing my all time favourite Covergirl Ready Set Fabulous foundation any time soon, but I have to say for a day to day wear to work this foundation its a great option. A light medium coverage this foundation applies so easily and gives a smooth, even and flawless finish to the face. It lasts a reasonable amount of time too, I only really get a work day out of it if I am going out after work I do need to reapply. But I don't find within a work day really require a lot of touch ups. I also find it copes with me going in and out of air-conditioned buildings to outdoors quite well.
Revlon Colorstay Eyeliner in Teal
Ok so I know a lot of you wouldn't consider this high end but when I am considering spending $22/$23 for an eyeliner I consider it high end. And lets be honest if these liners hadn't been 50% off I wouldn't have even looked. But I really have been loving a pop of colour on my lower lash line or over black or brown liner for day to day. I find its the easiest and quickest way for me to finish my makeup off and add just a little something to my eyes. Particularly good also when I am pressed for time not have to worry about eye shadow palettes, brushes and potential fallout!!! These liners are just so smooth and creamy, easy to apply and colour pigmented. It just glides on and I can go!! and it lasts all day!! Love Love Love!!
Beauty Care Co Eye Makeup Remover Wipes
Now these are what I was partially referring to in my intro as a product that goes under the radar when it comes to my makeup routine and that definitely gets left out of my fotd Instagram posts. Yet they become such and integral part of my day and I miss them when there isn't any left. While they maybe small they are my go to when I need to remove foundation from the back of my hand after application, perfect for removing swatches when I am blogging about a colour product trying to describe the colour and finish in words or cleaning up a product before I photograph it and always there when I need to quickly clean an eye makeup brush so my shadows aren't mixed together from a previous look. I buy these ones from Kmart and they are 95c which is amazing when the are sufficiently saturated with makeup remover, soft to touch and gentle on your skin they don't leave a wet residue and they also don't dry out my skin.
So that ends the first edition of the Fast Five!! I hope you enjoyed it and that the reviews were sufficient if there is anything you would like me to include in the future, any further questions about these products or a product you would like me to review please do not hesitate to leave me a comment on this post or on my Instagram or facebook page!! Until next post, Happy reading and happy shopping!!!
Everlynne
Hey Readers,
I hope this post finds you well!! This weekend I am here with another mascara madness. These mascaras have been waiting for me to write about them for so long and as I find myself wanting to declutter my collection further and rearrange my makeup storage further it seems the best time to post my thoughts on these three and then I can finally say goodbye!!! As usual I will compare the advertising pitch to the reality of my experience.
So lets get started!!
Avon Big And False Lash Mascara
The Pitch:Double the look of your lashes instantly! Our exclusive fibre blend includes thousands of curve-shaped fibres in every tube to align with lashes for flattering volume.
Our first false lash fibre mascara doubles the look of lashes instantly and never looks false. 1,000s of curved shaped fibres in every tube align with lashes for full, glamorous volum. Our lash detective brush gets to the root of your lash line to fill in lashes for a look that’s never overdone.
The Reality: While volume it does give to the lashes. I was never wowed by this mascara. My lashes just looked good not great va va voom fluttery that I think of when I read false lash effect with volume. I also found that as the mascara got drier the fibers irritated my eyes and I would also see flakes throughout the day.
Eye of Horus Bio Lash Lift Mascara
The Pitch: Amplify your eyes organically with dramatic super lengthened Lashes. Bio Lash Lift Mascara is THE ultimate natural Lash Lifting Mascara. Creamy volumising and nurturing formula is 98% Natural Origin and 100% Vegan. High Tech comb brush is key for highest performance application. Small tooth side loads the product onto lashes and has the ability to refine and separate small inner and lower lashes. Larger comb side then combs through with the ability to add length and height like no other brush.
The Reality: The double sided brush does take a little to get used to but and I did find initially it was hard to apply product and not get clumps, the mascara is thicker in consistency than most but I got used to that I loved the results the lift and length gives really beautiful definition to the lashes and definitely has that wow factor.
d.j.v MIARAY Fiberwig
The Pitch:The glossy formula ‘wraps’ each individual eyelash with clump-free, smudge- and streak-resistant colour that tapers to a pointed tip, just like a natural hair. Like traditional mascara, you can apply multiple coats to create phenomenal length and volume. Fluttering lashes without the faff of falsies!!
The Reality: This mascara is so easy to apply and is so light on you lashes. The curve brush creates lift and curl and they instantly look lengthened and fluttery. I didn't really see a tone of volume even with multi coats but I do prefer a more natural look for everyday so I enjoyed the results regardless.
So that ends another mascara madness post. I hope you enjoyed reading this one!! If you are on the hunt for a new mascara I hope this helps your choice and that you find one that suits. Until next post happy reading and happy shopping!!!
The Websites that provided the pitch for this blog post:
https://shop.avon.com.au/product/308-367-413-9344/makeup/eyes/mascara/big-false- lash-mascara/
https://www.eyeofhoruscosmetics.com/collections/mascara/products/bio-mascara-black
https://www.maslowandco.com.au/shop/product/d-j-v-miray-fiberwig-mascara
