Bellabox May and April Review.

Hey Readers,
Another Month and another Bellabox has come my way and I have been very excited to see this one arrive!!! The theme of beauty SOS intrigued me and I couldn't wait to see what BB had come up with. But first the box that was...

Bellabox April
I just have to say that this review will be brief I did not really get a lot out of this box despite being so excited when I had first received it. Most of these products just didn't really work out for me.

Cellulix Glacial Mineral Gel
Not sure what to say about this one. Apart from the fact I'm not really a big face mask user as I don't often find the time to use them. This one was just ok and I am dissapointed wasn't as wowed and thought I would be.

Lash Card
These seemed like a good idea at the time but really are only helpful if you don't have to hold your mirror to see what you are applying. I am generally doing my makeup on the go I really found it hard to get the most out of these cards.

Orfluidio Beauty Elixar
This is still an amazing product, I really enjoy putting this through my hair post washing. It smells amazing and leaves hair so soft and silky.

Indigo Muti V Serum
Despite the hype over this product and the hefty price I was disappointed,  This is a gel based serum infused with vitamins and said to leave you skin renewed and glowing. It just really didn't work for me at all. Being a gel base you really have to work quickly post dispensing as it dries so fast, I also found that I needed at least two pumps to really make it go the distance and get some of the vitamin beads inside. As for the results I really didn't see any my skin looks the same as it always has.

Eyelure Natralites Eye Lashes
These are gorgeous lashes that are really natural and I still cannot wait to use them sadly the event I was going to wear them too I forgot to actually put them on :( I could not believe it!!!! but the party was fun and I'm sure there will be another chance around the corner.

Rimmel London BB cream
As I said in my original post for me this isn't the best BB cream out there and I got no joy out of this one.

Avene Micellar lotion
This was really the best product out of the box this month I have really enjoyed using this most of the month. Simple to use and the fact that within minutes all my makeup is gone at the end of a long day its just heaven!!!! It gets everything off including mascara worth the money!!!

May Bellabox
As I said at the start was really excited to see this box arrive. Earlier in the month  BB had given us the sneak peak that Beauty SOS would be the theme. At first I was excited but then had the thoughts that was this going to turn into a box of different sorts of hand creams and renewal/anti aging stuff made me think twice. But as more posts of their facebook and instagram came through I knew we were in for a whole lot more then just hand creams. This month is really a bumper box and I think I have received more products then ever before in a box and I cannot wait to try!!! Ok so onto what was packed inside...

Longitalite C4 Coconut Milk Hydrating and Nourishing Facial Mask received 1 sachet full size is a box of 5.
 Infused with coconut oil this mask penetrates the skin to strengthen underlying tissues, moisturises relieving dryness, flaking, sagging and age spots. As well as reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles OK so they did throw in a bit of renewal anti aging but I'm interested to try and happier to receive a mask then a serum or eye cream!!!!

Suico Absolute Volume Keratin Treatment Recieved 100ml deluxe sample full size is 500ml.
Am excited to give this a try said to smooth, strenghten, mositurise, leave hair shiny but managable and give hair volume. This is a product for me. I was never really into hair treatments before I started subscribing to beauty boxes but do enjoy giving all the ones I recieve in my boxes a go.I particuarlly like that this one treatment can potentially do so much for my hair all in one I love time saving products!!!

Bloom Shadow Liner recieved a full size in the shade Emerald green.
Am so grateful that I got a decent colour product this month YAY!!! This can be used as both a liner and as a shadow it is so creamy and soft yet the square shape allows you to line your eyes easily. Usually for work I'm a neutrals girl but am going to put a little bit of colour into the routine this week!! This emerald green is the perfect shade not to dark and has a bit of shimmer included!!!

La Roche-Posay Effaclar Duo recieved a 3ml sample full size is 40ml 
Most of the information on the packaging is written in french but from what I can find this product acts as both a moisturiser and as a treament to remove excess oils and unblock pores. I'm interested to see how it works.

La Roche-Posay Effaclar Foaming Gel recieved 15ml full size is 200ml
Again most of the info is in french but this one at least says it is a purifying foaming gel so working on eliminating impurities and not irritating the skin it also says that it is pH 5.5 and soap free. Always up for a good cleanser I have combination to oily skin and often get the occasional blemish so am interested to give this a try.

Manicare Duo Length and Define Disposable Mascara Brushes recieved a full size pack of 10. 
These are disposable mascara wands that not only allow you to share a mascara with others but also allow you to create different lash looks with the current mascara you are using. I had looked at these in Priceline as I have used a few mascaras in the past that the formula I like but the brush isn't the best.

Sanctury Spa Brightening Facial Illuminating Moisture Lotion SPF 15 recieved a full size of 75ml
Another exciting inclusion to this months box!!! This lotion not only give 24 hour hydration, contains SPF15 but also has mineral particles to give the skin a luminous glow. It also can be used as a base before makeup. I am really interested to give this a go as the weather gets colder I am finding I need a little bit of extra moisturiser.

Nanoblur recieved a 2ml sample full size is 30ml
FINALLY Bellabox has given us a bonus sample that actually fits the theme of the box!!! This is a gel cream that says it gives flawless skin in seconds erasing signs of aging, wrinkles, crows feet and enlarged pores. This really is beauty SOS in a sachet!!! Can be used both under and over foundation. Interested to give this a try.

So that is all that the May box contains. I am so happy to see all the products I received cannot wait to try and will put my thoughts into next months review. This certainly makes up for my last months box not working out so well and hope that BB continues to produce these kind of great boxes. If your interested in subscribing or want to know more go to Bellabox.com.au.

Happy Weekend Everyone
Ever.

MUA Make Up Academy Haul

Hey Readers,

I hope this post finds you well!!! I had purchased some products from MUA Make Up Academy mid month in April and really had not had time to sit and write this post. I was going to wait till I tried everything but I just couldn't wait to share!!!!

I was introduced to this brand via You Tube (surprise surprise!!!) months back having seen in a video that they had produced a good dupe palette for the naked palette from Urban decay. I was really tempted but at the time I had also seen that Chi Chi cosmetics had brought out there Glamorous nude palette and as that was easier to get my hands on I went with that. It then came up again I think this time on Instagram so I decided to look at the MUA website. It just so happened they were having a Birthday Sale and most products were half price with a few new products a pound off shipping is also flat rate and pretty reason able so I really couldn't go past. This company is in the UK so bare in mind that you do have to consider the conversion but at the end of the day as most items are under 5 pound its really not a big difference between the pound and our dollar. 

Ok so onto what I bought.....

MUA Undressed Eye Shadow Palette and Undress Me Too Eye Shadow Palette.

These two really are great colour for colour dupes of Urban Decays Naked and Naked 2. As you all know I love a good neutral and I know that I didn't really need ANOTHER neutral palette (or two) but I could not go past at 3 pound which at the moment is roughly $4.40 even if you divide shipping its roughly $5 so I got two palettes for $10 THAT'S unheard of!! Particularly for the quality!!!! They are soft and pigmented and I cannot wait to give them a proper go. I also felt I was better off buying neutrals when I am not overly adventurous with colour day to day I knew they would get some use no matter what. Being quite compact they fit in my makeup bag perfect for travel. I am interested to see how they compare to my chi chi and naked 2 palettes as well as seeing the overall quality and as I have been considering buying other more colourful palettes as well!!! 

MUA BB all in one beauty balm in the shade medium

This one says that it primes, smooths and conceals evening out the skin tone for a brighter and smoother complexion. I really enjoy BB creams and I know our western ones are not in the range of those in Asia but I really like the concept of most giving more coverage than a tinted moisturiser without being as heavy and potentially cakey as a foundation. I prefer light weight and really don't need a lot extra when I'm going to work.

MUA Matte Perfect Foundation in the shade Natural

This is apart of MUA's new line and caught my eye as I have always had issues with shine control. I also felt it could be the answer to not really loving primers and not always having time to touch up during the day. It says it keeps shine at bay all day and I will put that to the test!!! 

MUA Shimmer Kisses Blusher in Pink Shimmer Kisses

This soft pink blush is one that I chose based on being four shades that you can mix and customise!! It's buildable and gives a really nice glow without the glitter!!!

MUA Shimmer Kisses Bronzer in Bronzed Shimmer Kisses

Like the blush this bronzer really gives a wonderful peachy golden glow without the glitter. I also feel that it could be used as a highlighter on the eyes and brow bone.

MUA Undress Your Skin Shimmer Highlighter

This is an amazingly pigmented pink toned highlighter and even though I've only swatched it on my hand it doesn't take a lot to get reasonable colour payoff it does remind me of theBalms mary luminizer so I cannot wait to compare the two!!!

MUA Blush Perfection Cream Blusher in the shade Dolly and in the shade Blossom. 

Dolly is a highly primented pink peach toned blush while Blossom is a light pink they are quite buildable and workable but do dry quickly being matte shade I feel they lend themselves to being great for an ever day look or paired with a highlighter for a gorgeous glow!!!

MUA Kiss Proof Lip Stains in Kissalicious, Fabulicious and Fruitilicous 

I bought these as I liked the idea of a matte lip colour that was buildable, long lasting and something that I can pop a gloss over during the day and not have to worry about messing up the colour underneath. 

MUA Mega Volume Mascara in Black/Brown

I'm always up for a good mascara and as I was thinking about another mascara madness post I decided to pick this one up!!! After using the covergirl clump crusher in black/brown I am interested to try another one in this shade as I feel I get a more natural look.

Overall I am very happy with this purchases the MUA online store is easy to navigate and ordering to shipping was quite fast. I received my order within two weeks and everything came wrapped in bubble wrap!!! As I was originally not going to not write this post before I had a chance to try everything. I would like to know if you would of like to see a review of all the products or just one of the products if so leave a comment below, thumbs up/comment on my facebook  page or like the photo on instagram!!! 

Talk to you soon

Ever.

April Favorites

Hey Readers!!!

YES we have reached the end of another month!!! Cannot believe it is time for favorites already. I have not only reached for a few old favorites this but also have broken out a few new items that were bought during times of irresistible pricing and didn't really need!! To be brought out when I'd finished the current product I was using.

Swisspers Pure Softness 80 Makeup round pads and Bioderma Sebium H2O Micelle Solution for Combination oily skin 

They first two items are my new go to makeup remover duo. After making the decison to reduce my use of makeup wipes due to the nasty chemicals thats in them and the fact I was finding it hard to find one that actually removed all my makeup. I was in search of a product that cleasend  and didn't require rubbing or resulted in stinging eyes. I was introduced to the Bioderma solution after recieving a sample size in a bellabox I really enjoyed it but at the time wasn't able to afford the price tag. It takes so little effort to just put on a swisspers cotton round and watch you makeup  disappear it also removes mascara and all eye makeup in a few swipes. It doesn't leave the skin wet, or with a residue and dries fairly quick. The reason I mention the swisspers cotton round specifically is that I found they do all the jobs better. I had been using a no name brand version but they would disintegrate when wet they just weren't able to go the distance one round would be done after covering very little area and I found I had to use a lot of them to get my makeup off every night. With these swisspers ones they don't fall apart and you there thick enough to be able to have the solution soak through and use both sides of the round. 

Maybelline New York Baby Lips Colour in Rose Addict

I know this is a bit de ja vu after last month but I had to include this one. In March I mentioned Berry Crush which adds a rosy red colour to the lips, I had really been enjoying, it was just enough tint and moisture combined really great for work. It was trying to find a second tube I stumbled on Rose Addict this is pink and a lot sheerer than the Berry Crush but great just to put on whenever and I think it gives more moisture to the lips. Really loving both. 

Covergirl and Olay Simply Agless Eye Concealer in the shade Light 210 

I had posted a photo on instagram of the powder in this range that I had managed to pick up for $10 at Priceline it was recommended to me by Jodi (Goo Roo Beauty/JodiK76 on youtube)I give the concealer a go and after also seeing Mary (aLovetart on youtube) who uses the eye brightener version (I think that's in the states only I don't think Covergirl are realeasing it here :( ) I thought that the next time I saw it on sale I would pick it up. So next time it was on sale at Priceline I picked it up and as tragic as it was to see my instant age rewind concealer finish!! I knew that this was waiting to be used. It is so creamy and blendable with great coverage it just goes on so smooth and hasn't creased once. I do recommend applying with your ring finger and then blending out with a brush even though I was trying to not put my fingers in the pot going in directly with a brush it just applied to heavy and was hard to blend evenly. 

Essence metallic effect eye shadow in the shade Party all night 35

This is an eyeshadow I have owned for quite a while I picked it up when essence was first realeased in Australia and I still cannot believe that you could find and eyeshadow of amazing quaility that only cost $2!!! This bronze gold colour with metallic effect means there are no other shadows required. Using just a shader brush apply all over the lid and with a fluffy brush blend out and into the crease. The metallic effect means you get that muti dimensional look without multiple eye shadows and without excess glitter and fallout. It is also great to put jut on the middle of the eyelid to give a subtle matte look a pop of shimmer taking a day look to night!!! 

Urban Decay Naked 2

Another palette I have owned for a while and after getting it out of my make up draw mid month I really have rediscovered why I love it so much. My two favorite shades are tease and YDK. Tease is a matte mushroom brown that in a swatch looks like just an aveage pink brown that wouldn't do much but in the crease or to blend out shimmery shades it gives warmth and depth to a look I haven't found another shade can do. YDK is a copper toned shimmer shade that has a silver glitter. This is just the perfect mid tone colour not too gold not too bronze and despite the silver shimmer is still really neutral and wearable. 

Chi Chi Glamourous Nudes Eye Shadow Palette 

Again de ja vu!!! In my february favorites I had just bought this palette and literally fits inside my makeup bag its always with me and I have not taken it out I keep going back to it again and again its really a so many looks so little time palette and this month I have been using alot of the two matte brown shades they make a great base to any look and also the darker of the two shades really is a perfect crease colour it also has been a great companion to both the essence eyeshadow and the Naked 2 palette.

Prestige My Brow Duo in 01 Highlighter Duo

I picked this up at Target for $5 marked down as my local target is no longer stocking the brand but have seen this before at Priceline. I'm really not into brow products so was never going to use this as a brow highlight I bought it for the matte silk end as I wanted to try lining my water line its not something I usually do but seeing it so many times on youtube I wanted to give it a try. While I haven't perfected the lining I have found this duo is really great if your in a rush or have no energy to open you eye shadow palette and get out your brushes. Using the matte silk end just to highlight the inner corner of the eye and the shimmer gold end just to line directly across the lid it brightens the eyes and with mascara you have a whole look that requires so little effort. Being designed for the brows also means does not crease, smudge and wears all day long. It also has quite sturdy lids which means this is perfect for travel and when your on the go not destroyed pencil in the bottom of the makeup bag!!!

Eve Cosmetics Mineral Matte Blush in the shade Adobe

This is an all natural cosmetics line that I discovered at the end of last year not to sure about the products given all on line I waited till a sale to give a try I bought a couple of blushes as I was looking for some matte and I chose this colour as its quite neutral its a dusty pink that looking at online I thought would be good as a subtle cheek colour. When it arrived and I got to try I realised that applied with a light hand and reasonably fluffy brush it gives a great glow but can also be used as a great contour as well and I do enjoy using a contour brush and creating a noticeable line under my cheek bone then using a second blush to blend out and over the top giving amazing depth and perfect glow.

Love love love all the products I've used this month and as its gone so quick I may take them into next month as well!!! I will keep shopping my stash as I have really enjoyed rediscovering items this month and as the weather gets cooler I feel a few changes to my routine will happen!! Untill next month hope you are well and enjoying your day!!!

Ever.

Lust Have It April and March Review

Hey Readers, Hope the weekend finds you well!! Have recieved my April LHI and thought it was time I share my review of the products in my March box and show you what I recieved in my new one!!!!

March LHI Review

BioElixia BodyShaper Cellulite Contour Creme
I can not really give this one a proper review as I haven't really given it ago. Despite the fact I don't visually have the effects of cellulite I also do not really like the smell. With creams and lotions smell is really a motivator for me as to how much use it really gets and I just have not reached for this at all.

Skindinavia Makeup Finishing Spray
Have really enjoyed this inclusion, I was so excited to give it a try and absolutley delighted when I learnt that it really works!! I Could not believe my eyes the first day when usually half way through the day when you can see my oily T zone shinning I looked the same as I did that morning. Amazing!!! I will say though to make sure you do apply before your mascara I  did forget one day and ended up with mascara flakes under my eyes!! Ooops!!!

The Natural Source Camoflage Colour Crayons
Initially I was unsure about these crayons, while said to be muti purpose able to be used on the face and body I felt the colours really were restricting for use on the eyes and lips. I also found just by swatching on my hand that they didn't really set and smudged quite easily. They also seemed to be a little on the fragile side so wasn't sure if they would travel well. But I gave it ago and decided maybe they were more suited to being used as a base rather than a liner. Ability to be smudged easily worked in my favour and blended out they really do stay put. I used the light pink on the inner half of my eye and and burgandy red on the outer half with the shades from theBalm's Nude'tude pallette Stubborn and Sexy over the top and black eyeliner and mascara equaled a simple smokey glam look. The light pink also makes for a really quick inner corner highlight not something I usually worry about but have found of late really lifts an eye look and brightens the eyes even when you can't be bothered to do much else other than mascara.

DeLorenzo Essential Treatment Equilibrium
At first I really thought this was the product for me but after reading the instructions I really didn't think it would get a lot of use. I really do not have the time to wash my hair, put the treatment in, wait 5-10mins and then wash out. So... I cheated post washing my hair I would squeeze as much water out of my hair as possible add the treatment wash, shave etc then wash out. Probably not as much time as required but I have definetly seen results. My hair feels smoother, healthier and smells quite pretty I've really been enjoying this one as if your short on time recommend my little short cut!!! he he!!

Ocean Essence Gold Eye Cream
As I said in my previous post a decent eye cream but given I had already given this a go and while I enjoyed using it at the time I thought I would regift this one. Have not been able to do that just yet but I am hoping the new owner to be will enjoy it as much as I did.

April Lust Have It

So enough of my rambling and onto the products I recieved in this months box!!!

Molton Brown Patchouli and Saffron Body Wash recieved 30ml Deluxe sample full size is 300ml 
The smell of this really packs a punch but I am still interested to give it a try and see what it is like. 

Gosh Cosmetics Mono Eye Shadow full size in the shade 010 Light Brown
This eyeshadow is a neutral light coppery toned brown that will definitely fit very well in my collection. While I probably own way too many of these coloured eye shadows. I am glad I've been sent a colour I will give a try straight away its not overly shimmery or glittery so am interested to see how it applies and wears.

Goldwell Dualsenses Ultra Volume Shampoo recieved a 100ml deluxe sample and full size is 300ml.
This is a gel shampoo that uses instant micro fluid technology, volume systems with micro minerals (not quite sure what all that means!!!) to increase the volume of fine hair. I am interested to give this a try. My hair is quite fine so any volume enhancement would be a plus it also smells quite good as well. 

John Plunkett Essentials Anti Ageing Creme Cleanser and Makeup Remover recieved 40ml deluxe sample full size 100ml.
Am a little bit excited to try this one its a brand I've known for a while and have used products on and off without dissapointment. It also is dual purpose being able to be used with and without water for removing makeup and cleansing.  While I'm not into anti ageing products really I am interested to see what its like whether it really is a no tear formula and if it is as effective with water and without.

Pink Tiger Duri Cosmetics Nail Tool-Nail file and Lint Free Gauze full size items.
Not sure what to say about these two as I am not really as excited about them as the other products I have received. At the same time they are essentials to any mani/pedi session so I will probably get some use out of them. 

Overall I am really excited by this box and cannot wait to try the products I have recieved in this month loving the variety and quality overall. Can wait to give everything a go!!!!

As I received an email from LHI last month saying that they would be increasing their subscription price to $19.95 and giving the opportunity to sign on for 12 months subscription at the current price $14.95. I have signed on to receive this box for the next year. While I am not opposed to paying a little more for this box given the standard of the boxes overall has been consistent with variety and quality high. I still will be watching and hoping that I receive twelve great boxes so when it comes to resubbscribing it really is a no brainer!!! I had also felt that with changes to postage costs and the general cost of living that at some point an increase in the price was really inevitable. Hopefully it stays affordable and I can continue discovering new products for many more years to come!!!

Hope you are all doing well!!!
Talk Soon
Ever. 

Bellabox April and March Review

Hi Readers, Hope this post finds you well!! I have just received my April Bellabox so thought it was time to get writing on my thoughts on the last box I received.

BellaBox March Review.

Ocean Essence Coconut Body Milk
This is one product that I really have not reached from the march box primarily because I just didn't really enjoy the coconut scent. I did only really use it once so there is still a bit left I may re gift it to a family member at some point.

Simuolive Olive Hydrating Shower gel
I have been really impressed by this shower gel. It foams up beautifully, smells lovely and fresh and cleans really well. I have not only been using it as a shower gel but also as a face cleanser and it has not dried out my skin like most shower gels do. Will defietley try an get a full size of this one!!!

Guerlain La Petite Robe Noire
Really enjoyed this scent and its a shame you don't get more in the sample!! It lasts a long time and while it does soften it doesn't completley fade during the day. It is a bit on the expensive side so I may not purchase the full size but defietley enjoyed giving it a try.

Designer Brands Lip Pencil in the shade Nude
For me this is really a my lips but better shade and the colour blends in quite easily under so many lipsticks. Its so was so easy to apply, blend and the sharpener in the lid really handy for travelling. 

Yes to Carrots C Me Shine Lip Gloss in the shade Playful Nude.
This product I thought was a really great inclusion particularly when it came with a matching lip liner it really was a great lip duo that I didn't have to think about. With both colour being on the nude natural side they are a great everyday combo. Only downer was I did sometimes find the gloss a little sticky!!!

Swisse Active Energy Bar
I still feel this was an odd inclusion in the box, it was choclatey but very heavy and I didn't really enjoy it so will most likely no be buying more of these.

Bellabox April
This box comes with the theme of Innovative Beauty and is launching BB's new addition the bellabox store you can now not only go direct to their website and buy products but also sms or email direct using the codes on the card to get your products direct to your door. Its innovtive I've not heard of it before and might for future purchases give it a go!!!

Cellilux Glacial Mineral Gel received a 7g sample full size is 60g
This is a glacial mineral gel facial mask that says it is composed of negatively charged molecules to bring out positively charged bacteria and impurities applied for 15-20 minutes then rinsed off. The ingredients list glacial clay which is what will draw out impurites, lavender and orange oil and green tea so it will probably smell really good.

Lash Card received a deluxe sample of two cards full size pack is 10 cards.
Not to sure about these packaging says that they make your mascara work harder improving length, preventing smudging and clumping to me they will just really help prevent any mascara transfer when applying to the bottom lashes. But will give a try and see how they go.

Orofludio Beauty elixar recieved 5ml full size is 100ml
This product I have actually received from BB before and I am a little dissapointed that BB have written on the card that Orfludio is back with this stunning strand elixar, I thought it was something new but in reality identical to the product I have received before. Having said that I can already tell you that this is one product worth giving a try. The smell is amazing and it leaves the hair soft and silky but still managable and I have in the past enjoyed using it. 

Indigo Multi V Serum received 15ml which is full size.
This is a face serum infused with vitamins A H and F to help skin be healthy beautiful and strong is says it is good for reactive skin and those that suffer from rosacea. It comes out gel like goes on easily, there is no overwhelming smell and dries quite quickly. I only have used it once so will have to see what results a like after a few more tries. 

Eylure Naturalites Natural Volume Lashes 020 received on pair. 
This is the first time I've received a pair of false lashes in a beauty box that I actually thought I could wear they are very natural looking not too bold but just enough to give my eyes a little more definition I am really excited to give these a go despite the fact I've never worn false lashes before!!! 

Rimmel London BB cream recieved a 8ml sample in the shade medium full size is 30ml.
Hmmm don't want to be negative but this is a sample I cannot find a positive for!! I actually bought a full size tube of this product on special just after it had been released earlier in the year and was so dissapointed its not a BB cream and it isn't even a good tinted moisturiser. Application was really hard to get right with finger and even brushes it would streak in places and you have to work really quickly, coverage was terrible and I found that even when I set with powder it went patchy throughout the day. Dissapoined to see it included and dissapointed its my only colour product in the box.

Avene Micellar Lotion 3 in 1 received  ml full size is 200ml 
This a makeup remover that doesn't need rinsing and was surprised by how very simillar to the Bioderma one I have received in previous bellaboxes. They do remove all makeup including mascara and while not rinsing your face afterwards is a little odd at first they don't leave you skin feeling wet, sticky or tight. The only thing I find about these products is that I do seem to go through them quite quick and they are on the more expensive side!!!

Overall I think I will enjoy most of the products that have come in this box I have a few new items to try and hopefully will get some good results am hoping though that next months box has a few more makeup items in it.

Thanks for reading
Ever.