7 April 2018
10 August 2017
PRODUCT REVIEW: RIMMEL LONDON VOLUME SHAKE MASCARA, FILLING POWDER AND FIBRE PENCIL
One of those drugstore brands that has really hit the mark lately with their products, is Rimmel London - and now they've certainly done it again with their newest releases, which include the Volume Shake Mascara, Brow Shake Filling Powder and Brow This Way Fibre Pencil..
Let's start with the Rimmel London Volume Shake Mascara, which has what claims is the first-to-market patented shaker system that refreshes the volumising formula whenever it’s needed, which essentially also means that the mascara is never dry, as the formula is made up from a combination of water and waxes, which goes from dry to creamy whenever it is given a shaken 3-5 times. The mascara is thereby refreshed, for maximum result from the first to the last use. The mascara also promises clump-free volume, and smudge free defined lashes
I haven't personally noticed the mascara go dry yet, but that's perhaps because I unconsciously has been given it a quick shake before each use. I do like the large wand of this mascara, which is easy to use on both top and lower lashes, easily coating even the smaller lashes in the corners. It does take a few moments to dry, so you have to be a little patient.
As for volume and definition, it does certainly add both definition and length without any clumping, making my lashes look very natural, it also adds a touch of volume, but nothing too dramatic, so it is a great mascara for every day casual and natural look.
Because of the shaker system, the mascara is a little bulky, but I never apply makeup on the go, so as I never carry mascara around, I personally I don't really mind.
Then there's the Rimmel Brow Shake Filling Powder, which also needs to be given a shake to disperse the powder to fill, line define and line the brows. The powder is soft and quite pigmented so one stroke is more than sufficient for my brows, though you can build up the intensity. And as promised, it is fade, smudge, transfer and waterproof, so it really does stay put until you remove it at night with makeup remover. It has a small and very narrow little sponge applicator which makes it easy to apply precisely, drawing along your brows and filling them in, though I do find that it has a little fall-out when you apply it, so be sure to tap off any excess powder before using it, or you'll end up with a less than natural look and a bit of a mess. But that said, once I mastered using it, I've really come to enjoy this one and can see myself repurchasing. It come in four shades, and I used the Dark Brown, which is perfect for my medium brown brows.
Finally, there's the Rimmel Brow This Way Fibre Pencil. This brow pencil has nylon fibres to give definition, and claims to be the first of its kind brow-plumping pencil, that is to be highly pigmented to softly fill in brows for an intense yet natural colour. It deposits tiny integrated fibres to add realistic volume to sparse areas. The fibres hold fast to brows for long-lasting wear. I am not sure if it was because I'd just tried the Filling Powder, but I have to say that I did not find the pencil pigmented at all and I was struggling getting any colour at all, but after warming it a little on my hands, it did help a little, though I still wouldn't call it highly pigmented. However, that said, for an everyday casual look, I do like how it helps define by brows and make them look more groomed, and yes, all while looking very natural and far from drawn on unlike many other brow pencils - but I am not sure I actually find that it is giving my brows more volume, just more fullness. If you're after an intense bold look, this Fibre Pencil is not for you, but if you just want to subtly define your brows whilst keeping a natural 'no-makeup' look, then its certainly worth a try.
So there you go, the newest product releases from Rimmel, and yet again, some great ones. If I have to take a pick, the standout for me, once I got used to it, would have to be the Filling Powder.
Rimmel London Volume Shake Mascara, RRP $18.95 / 9ml
Rimmel London Brow Shake Filling Powder - RRP: $14.95 /0.7g
Rimmel London Brow This Way Fibre Pencil - RRP: $10.95/ 1.08g
Available from Priceline, Target, Kmart, BIG W, selected pharmacies and selected Coles and Woolworths
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I haven't personally noticed the mascara go dry yet, but that's perhaps because I unconsciously has been given it a quick shake before each use. I do like the large wand of this mascara, which is easy to use on both top and lower lashes, easily coating even the smaller lashes in the corners. It does take a few moments to dry, so you have to be a little patient.
As for volume and definition, it does certainly add both definition and length without any clumping, making my lashes look very natural, it also adds a touch of volume, but nothing too dramatic, so it is a great mascara for every day casual and natural look.
Because of the shaker system, the mascara is a little bulky, but I never apply makeup on the go, so as I never carry mascara around, I personally I don't really mind.
Then there's the Rimmel Brow Shake Filling Powder, which also needs to be given a shake to disperse the powder to fill, line define and line the brows. The powder is soft and quite pigmented so one stroke is more than sufficient for my brows, though you can build up the intensity. And as promised, it is fade, smudge, transfer and waterproof, so it really does stay put until you remove it at night with makeup remover. It has a small and very narrow little sponge applicator which makes it easy to apply precisely, drawing along your brows and filling them in, though I do find that it has a little fall-out when you apply it, so be sure to tap off any excess powder before using it, or you'll end up with a less than natural look and a bit of a mess. But that said, once I mastered using it, I've really come to enjoy this one and can see myself repurchasing. It come in four shades, and I used the Dark Brown, which is perfect for my medium brown brows.
Finally, there's the Rimmel Brow This Way Fibre Pencil. This brow pencil has nylon fibres to give definition, and claims to be the first of its kind brow-plumping pencil, that is to be highly pigmented to softly fill in brows for an intense yet natural colour. It deposits tiny integrated fibres to add realistic volume to sparse areas. The fibres hold fast to brows for long-lasting wear. I am not sure if it was because I'd just tried the Filling Powder, but I have to say that I did not find the pencil pigmented at all and I was struggling getting any colour at all, but after warming it a little on my hands, it did help a little, though I still wouldn't call it highly pigmented. However, that said, for an everyday casual look, I do like how it helps define by brows and make them look more groomed, and yes, all while looking very natural and far from drawn on unlike many other brow pencils - but I am not sure I actually find that it is giving my brows more volume, just more fullness. If you're after an intense bold look, this Fibre Pencil is not for you, but if you just want to subtly define your brows whilst keeping a natural 'no-makeup' look, then its certainly worth a try.
So there you go, the newest product releases from Rimmel, and yet again, some great ones. If I have to take a pick, the standout for me, once I got used to it, would have to be the Filling Powder.
Rimmel London Volume Shake Mascara, RRP $18.95 / 9ml
Rimmel London Brow Shake Filling Powder - RRP: $14.95 /0.7g
Rimmel London Brow This Way Fibre Pencil - RRP: $10.95/ 1.08g
Available from Priceline, Target, Kmart, BIG W, selected pharmacies and selected Coles and Woolworths
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4 July 2017
PRODUCT REVIEW: NATIO BROW KIT AND HIGHLIGHTER DUO
Today I'm excited to be talking about Natio again… the other day I told you about the Natio limited edition release of the Naturally You Eye Shadow Palettes, which you can read more about here - and today I am excited to be telling you more about another of their recent new releases, the Natio Brow Kit and the Highlighter Duo.
The Natio Brow Kit is a little kit that contains everything you need for perfectly groomed and shaped brows, including Brow Powders, a Brow Wax, an Angled Brow Brush, Tweezers, Round Grooming Brush, and even a small mirror.
There's a light and a dark brow powder so there is one to fit most brow colours, and they are both quite pigmented and easy to build to the depth of shade you want. I only need to use the tiniest amount as I prefer a more subtle look, and I've been using the darker shade, which is a great fit for my dark brows. And the angled brush makes this super easy as you can create fine small lines to fill in your brows for a very natural look. And actually, you can also use these brow powders as both eye shadows and even eyeliner too, and who doesn’t look a good multi-tasking product.
Once filled in, the final step is to brush the colour through, style and tame the brows with the spoolie brush, and set everything in place with the clear wax.
This is such a great kit that really does contain everything you need. I love that it comes with all the tools, and that there's a small mirror in the compact too, but personally I'd never apply brow product on the go, so I won't really use the mirror. The tools are very useful, but also very small, - and as I do have longer-shafted brow tools myself, I do prefer to use those as I simply find it easier, but at least they are included so you're covered in you haven't got any yourself.
Then there's the Natio Highlighter Duo is a double-ended highlighter pencil, which can be used to add luminous glow. The pencil has a golden shimmery shade in one end and a pink shimmery shade in the other, and it is so soft and smooth to apply and easy to blend too. It can be used for so many things, including
In the inner corners of the eye, under the brows, on the bridge of the nose, top of the cheekbones or on the cupid’s bow for a healthy glow, or even as a subtle eye shadow, which I admit to also have done with both shades individually -and it stays put all day without fading or settling into creases.
As I expected, these product are really lovely, and of the usual high quality I've come to expect from Natio, so I definitely recommend that you check them out. For me, the highlight was probably the Highlighter Duo, simply because I love the fact that I can use it as an eyeshadow stick as well, but note that it is limited edition, so you best hurry if you want to get your hands on one.
Natio Brow Kit - RRP: $19.95
Natio Highlighter Duo - RRP: $17.95
Available from Myer, David Jones and select pharmacies
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The Natio Brow Kit is a little kit that contains everything you need for perfectly groomed and shaped brows, including Brow Powders, a Brow Wax, an Angled Brow Brush, Tweezers, Round Grooming Brush, and even a small mirror.
There's a light and a dark brow powder so there is one to fit most brow colours, and they are both quite pigmented and easy to build to the depth of shade you want. I only need to use the tiniest amount as I prefer a more subtle look, and I've been using the darker shade, which is a great fit for my dark brows. And the angled brush makes this super easy as you can create fine small lines to fill in your brows for a very natural look. And actually, you can also use these brow powders as both eye shadows and even eyeliner too, and who doesn’t look a good multi-tasking product.
Once filled in, the final step is to brush the colour through, style and tame the brows with the spoolie brush, and set everything in place with the clear wax.
This is such a great kit that really does contain everything you need. I love that it comes with all the tools, and that there's a small mirror in the compact too, but personally I'd never apply brow product on the go, so I won't really use the mirror. The tools are very useful, but also very small, - and as I do have longer-shafted brow tools myself, I do prefer to use those as I simply find it easier, but at least they are included so you're covered in you haven't got any yourself.
Then there's the Natio Highlighter Duo is a double-ended highlighter pencil, which can be used to add luminous glow. The pencil has a golden shimmery shade in one end and a pink shimmery shade in the other, and it is so soft and smooth to apply and easy to blend too. It can be used for so many things, including
In the inner corners of the eye, under the brows, on the bridge of the nose, top of the cheekbones or on the cupid’s bow for a healthy glow, or even as a subtle eye shadow, which I admit to also have done with both shades individually -and it stays put all day without fading or settling into creases.
As I expected, these product are really lovely, and of the usual high quality I've come to expect from Natio, so I definitely recommend that you check them out. For me, the highlight was probably the Highlighter Duo, simply because I love the fact that I can use it as an eyeshadow stick as well, but note that it is limited edition, so you best hurry if you want to get your hands on one.
Natio Brow Kit - RRP: $19.95
Natio Highlighter Duo - RRP: $17.95
Available from Myer, David Jones and select pharmacies
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27 June 2017
PRODUCT REVIEW: EYE OF HORUS FROM ACTIVESKIN
One of those brands that I've seen around a lot lately, and heard so much hype about, yet never had an opportunity to try, I Eye Of Horus - so when beautiful parcel arrived from Activeskin with a selection of their product, I was naturally very excited.
Eye of Horus is an Australian brand of eye makeup based from Australia, with product formulas based on the formulas of the Ancient Egyptians, the originators of beauty and mystique, with sacred ingredients including Organic Moringa Oil “Oil of the Pharaohs”, claimed by the gods for its beautifying and regenerating powers and the ancient oil of Castor Oil.
The Eye of Horus range takes its inspiration from the ancient Egyptians who wore eye makeup because they believed that it offered magical power and protection to the wearer. They lined their eyes with black Kohl, creating an almond-shaped eye - The Eye of Horus - which was believed to protect their eyes as well as providing a statement of beauty.
I tried a selection of products including the Eye Of Horus Luminous Isis Sun Goddess Eye Shadow Palette. This palette contains three Italian baked eye shadows, in satin metallic shades, which include;
These shades are so lovely, and just the type of earthy shades that I reach for on a daily basis. The shades are quite pigmented, and they are soft and silky and quick and easy to apply and blend within minimum fallout. As promised they are also long wearing, staying put all day without fading or settling into fine lines.
The shades can be used both wet and dry. Dry for a more subtle day time look, or wet for a more intense and radiant finish, although I personally find them sufficiently intense and shimmery. But I do love that you can amplify them further for an intense look for a night out.
The eye shadow comes in a card box, as many other eye palettes at the moment, which has a magnetic closure. The palette is black and has a gorgeous golden goddess printed on the cover. Inside there's a mirror and it also comes with a double ended brush, with a rounded brush in one end, and an angled one in the other end.
Then there's the Eye of Horus Goddess Pencil in Nubian Brown, which is a eyeliner pencil in a dark matte brown shade - and personally I much prefer to use a dark brown over a black, as it is not as harsh looking. This eyeliner is really creamy and rich thanks to containing among others waxes from Beeswax, Carnuba and Candelilla as well as Organic Moringa Oil for a creamy rich formula. This eyeliner is so easy to use, without dragging and pulling at the sensitive eye area. And as promised it is so long lasting, staying put, without smudging or fading during the day, it is even waterproof, so it also stays put when my sensitive eyes water. I also love that it comes with a smudger in the other end, so I can use it for smoky eyes too.
The Eye of Horus Ultimate Brow Define, which is a superfine pointed pen to help contour and fill in colour for perfectly shaped brows. The pen is formulated using Coconut and Candelilla wax as a foundation, which also helps groom the brows, as well as caster oil for strengthening and growth. And this twist up pen is so easy to use, and gives such a natural look, also thanks to the spoolie brush in the other end which is useful for combing through the colour afterwards and smudge it. Whilst using it, I have not noticed any difference in the health of my brows, but regardless I still love using this.
Finally there's the Eye of Horus Bio Lash Lift Mascara, which is 100% Vegan and contains a massive 98% Organic ingredients including botanicals such as Marine Algae and plant derived Collagen, along with Omega 9, Vitamin E and castor seed oil to help add length, volume and nourishment to lashes while promoting natural growth.
The mascara has a double sided comb brush that makes it easy to apply and comb through the lashes to avoid any clumps, and give longer and more voluminous lashes, that are nicely separated with a nice lift and curl too. The smaller side is great for the lower lashes and the corners of the eyes, while the larger side of the comb is great for the upper lashes. I am also yet to see any difference in overall health of my lashes, but I still really enjoy this mascara. From the every first use it has given my lashes a nice look (unlike those mascaras you need to use countless times before they expense too much product onto your lashes), and I really love that it is made using natural and organic ingredients.
These products from Eye Of Horus really are lovely, and saying which product would be my favourite, would be impossible, although I absolutely adore the eye shadow palette, and wouldn't mind getting hold of a few of the other shade combinations, and that Goddess eyeliner pencil is also amazing.
Eye of Horus Eye Shadow Palette - RRP: $41.40
Eye of Horus Goddess Pencil - RRP: $27
Eye of Horus Brow Define Pencil - RRP: $22.50
Eye of Horus Bio Lash Lift Mascara - RRP: $34.20
Available from Activeskin
About Activeskin – if you are not familiar with Activeskin, they are an online beauty store stocking over 5000 products. They have a low shipping rate of $6.95, but do offer free shipping when you spend over $95. You can also shop with Activeskin confidence as they have a 'Best Price Promise, which you can read more about here. They also have a cool rewards system where you accumulate points which can be redeemed against future purchases. And if you need a little help selecting products, you can always just give them a call and a Qualified Skin Expert is there to give you advice.
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Eye of Horus is an Australian brand of eye makeup based from Australia, with product formulas based on the formulas of the Ancient Egyptians, the originators of beauty and mystique, with sacred ingredients including Organic Moringa Oil “Oil of the Pharaohs”, claimed by the gods for its beautifying and regenerating powers and the ancient oil of Castor Oil.
The Eye of Horus range takes its inspiration from the ancient Egyptians who wore eye makeup because they believed that it offered magical power and protection to the wearer. They lined their eyes with black Kohl, creating an almond-shaped eye - The Eye of Horus - which was believed to protect their eyes as well as providing a statement of beauty.
I tried a selection of products including the Eye Of Horus Luminous Isis Sun Goddess Eye Shadow Palette. This palette contains three Italian baked eye shadows, in satin metallic shades, which include;
- Enigma Mist - peachy Pink Metallic Satin
- Chalice Bronze - Golden Bronze Metallic Satin
- Sacred Husk- Deep Golden Copper Metallic Satin
These shades are so lovely, and just the type of earthy shades that I reach for on a daily basis. The shades are quite pigmented, and they are soft and silky and quick and easy to apply and blend within minimum fallout. As promised they are also long wearing, staying put all day without fading or settling into fine lines.
The shades can be used both wet and dry. Dry for a more subtle day time look, or wet for a more intense and radiant finish, although I personally find them sufficiently intense and shimmery. But I do love that you can amplify them further for an intense look for a night out.
The eye shadow comes in a card box, as many other eye palettes at the moment, which has a magnetic closure. The palette is black and has a gorgeous golden goddess printed on the cover. Inside there's a mirror and it also comes with a double ended brush, with a rounded brush in one end, and an angled one in the other end.
Then there's the Eye of Horus Goddess Pencil in Nubian Brown, which is a eyeliner pencil in a dark matte brown shade - and personally I much prefer to use a dark brown over a black, as it is not as harsh looking. This eyeliner is really creamy and rich thanks to containing among others waxes from Beeswax, Carnuba and Candelilla as well as Organic Moringa Oil for a creamy rich formula. This eyeliner is so easy to use, without dragging and pulling at the sensitive eye area. And as promised it is so long lasting, staying put, without smudging or fading during the day, it is even waterproof, so it also stays put when my sensitive eyes water. I also love that it comes with a smudger in the other end, so I can use it for smoky eyes too.
The Eye of Horus Ultimate Brow Define, which is a superfine pointed pen to help contour and fill in colour for perfectly shaped brows. The pen is formulated using Coconut and Candelilla wax as a foundation, which also helps groom the brows, as well as caster oil for strengthening and growth. And this twist up pen is so easy to use, and gives such a natural look, also thanks to the spoolie brush in the other end which is useful for combing through the colour afterwards and smudge it. Whilst using it, I have not noticed any difference in the health of my brows, but regardless I still love using this.
Finally there's the Eye of Horus Bio Lash Lift Mascara, which is 100% Vegan and contains a massive 98% Organic ingredients including botanicals such as Marine Algae and plant derived Collagen, along with Omega 9, Vitamin E and castor seed oil to help add length, volume and nourishment to lashes while promoting natural growth.
The mascara has a double sided comb brush that makes it easy to apply and comb through the lashes to avoid any clumps, and give longer and more voluminous lashes, that are nicely separated with a nice lift and curl too. The smaller side is great for the lower lashes and the corners of the eyes, while the larger side of the comb is great for the upper lashes. I am also yet to see any difference in overall health of my lashes, but I still really enjoy this mascara. From the every first use it has given my lashes a nice look (unlike those mascaras you need to use countless times before they expense too much product onto your lashes), and I really love that it is made using natural and organic ingredients.
These products from Eye Of Horus really are lovely, and saying which product would be my favourite, would be impossible, although I absolutely adore the eye shadow palette, and wouldn't mind getting hold of a few of the other shade combinations, and that Goddess eyeliner pencil is also amazing.
Eye of Horus Eye Shadow Palette - RRP: $41.40
Eye of Horus Goddess Pencil - RRP: $27
Eye of Horus Brow Define Pencil - RRP: $22.50
Eye of Horus Bio Lash Lift Mascara - RRP: $34.20
Available from Activeskin
About Activeskin – if you are not familiar with Activeskin, they are an online beauty store stocking over 5000 products. They have a low shipping rate of $6.95, but do offer free shipping when you spend over $95. You can also shop with Activeskin confidence as they have a 'Best Price Promise, which you can read more about here. They also have a cool rewards system where you accumulate points which can be redeemed against future purchases. And if you need a little help selecting products, you can always just give them a call and a Qualified Skin Expert is there to give you advice.
* Some products may have been kindly provided for consideration, and have reviewed in accordance with my Disclosure Policy.
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16 October 2016
6 August 2016
PRODUCT REVIEW: BOE PROFESSIONAL BROW STYLING
I have previously talked about Boe Professional, as it is a very affordable range of on-trend makeup products, still offering good quality products.These days most girls wouldn't leave the house without also doing their brows, and as a result, most brands have launched collections with various brow styling products, including now Boe Professional.
The range includes;
- Tinted Brow Gel
- Precision Wind-Up Brow Pencil
- Complete Brow Kit
- 3-in-1 Brow & Lash Brush
The Tinted Brow Gel is available in three shades, Natural to Medium, Dark and a Clear, and is helping enhance, groom and set the brows. The gel comes with a mascara style spindle brush that makes it super easy to apply and make your brows appear fuller and thicker brows, while also setting them so they stay in place.
The Precision Wind-Up Brow Pencil is a fine and soft brow pencil that helps fill in sparse areas naturally, making the brows look more defined and sculpted. The pencil is super soft, and as such not very pigmented, but rather appears as soft faint lines, but that is also what helps make your brows look very natural.
Then there's the Complete Brow Kit, which comes in two colour combinations, Natural to Medium and a Dark, and it is kit that contains both a creamy wax to sculpt the brows as well as a powdery shade to help define the brows. It also contains an angled brow brush to help shape the brows, as well some mini-tweezers so you can pluck stray hairs. It comes in a stylish square black compact with a large mirror, and is super easy to apply. The only thing that I would have liked to see included in this kit as well would be a little plastic 'shaper' to make it a little easier to create the perfect brows if you're a little unsure of how to do it.
Finally, there's the 3-in-1 Brow & Lash Brush, which helps style both lashes and brows. It has a mascara spindle, a brushand a comb, and combined these tools helps separate lashes and get rid of any mascara clumps, as well as style and groom the brows. I have to be honest and admit that I never comb my lashes after applying mascara as I rely on the mascara doing this, and if its a decent mascara it shouldn't clump anyway. But regardless this tool is very handy to have at hand to keep your brows styled and in place.
Overall I am enjoying these products, and in particularly enjoy using the Tinted Brow Gel, for the pure reason that it is just so quick and simple. I am also enjoying the Brow Pencil. I haven't been using the kit that much, but that's only because of time restraints as I do find that it takes a little longer to use than the pencil and the gel. But all in all, you do get great value for money with these products, so definitely worth checking out when you're next in BigW.
Tinted Brow Gel - RRP: $9.95
Precision Wind-Up Brow Pencil - RRP: $10.95
Complete Brow Kit - RRP: $1295
3-in-1 Brow & Lash Brush - RRP: $9.95
Boe Professional is available exclusively from BigW
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11 July 2016
L'OREAL PARIS NEW PRODUCT LAUNCHES JULY - DECEMBER 2016
A few weeks ago I was so lucky to be invited to the launch of the new L'Oréal Paris products for the second half of 2016. This launch event also covered skincare and haircare, but I will tell you about those in separate posts.
Like most other brands, L'Oréal is also jumping on the contouring craze with the introduction of the Infallible Sculpt Contouring Palette. This palette contains two shades, a lighter shade to lift and highlight as well as a darker shade to create the illusion of a shadow and sculpt the hollows of you cheeks and temples for a combined more sculpted look.
The product has a gorgeous cream to powder consistency, that feels gorgeous on the face, and is super easy to blend. As promised it really also does stay put throughout the day, even on my combo skin.
It comes in two combinations, Light and Medium/Dark, and it comes in a long slimline case, which has a mirror on the inside, as well as a useful instruction booklet that shows you how to sculpt your face depending on your face shape.
No launch is of course compete without a new mascara, so L'Oréal is launching the False lash Sculpt Mascara. This mascara has a very unique plastic comb brush where you first use the tip of the brush to gently press the brush on your waterline to fill in between the lash roots. Hereafter you use the brush as you usually would apply mascara, and it volumises the lashes, coating even the smallest of lashes for a more fanned out sculpted look. I've always been a fan of L'Oréal mascaras, and I think this new one will be no exception - once I actually get a hang of using the tip to fill in between the lash roots without smearing the mascara everywhere!
Another on trend product is for the brows, and new from L'Oréal is the 2-in-1 Brow Artist Sculpt. My current brow favourite is the Brow Artist Plumper from L'Oréal as it is simply so quick and easy to use - and now L'Oréal is really taking it one step further with the Brow Artist Sculpt. It has a very unique brush that features a sculpting felt tip to give shape to the brows while the bristle brush helps style and fix brows, for more sculpted-looking brows. You simply use the felt tip to draw over the brows and follow with the brush part to shape and fix. It has a powder-to-cream texture, and gives a very natural look. I'm still unsure if it will take over from my trusted Brow Artist Plumper, but it's certainly a good contender. It is available in two shades; Brunette and Dark Brunette.
For the nails L'Oréal is launching three new pastel shades into the Infallible Gel Nail Polish Range. These long 'pens' features the nail polish/base coat in one end, and the gel activating top coat in the other end. These polishes leave your nails looking plumper and with a super shiny finish to resemble a UV manicure. The polishes have been enriched with a flex-resin that promises to make the manicure last for up to 12 days without peeling, chipping or cracking. I have used these previously and do love the look and intense shine these polishes give your nails, and while I do agree that they make your manicure look nice and shiner for longer, I unfortunately don't quite get the 12 days wear, more like a week or so, which is still longer than with your 'average' nail polish, so still pretty good. Also love the pastel shades, which is always nice to brighten up the dark winter days and clothes, plus they'll be perfect come spring and summer too. The Infallible Gel Nail Polish Pastels are available in three shades;
Finally there's the Colour Riche Le Vernis Super Graphic Pop, which is a new range of super bold colours. I love these Le Vernis polishes, they are easy to apply with a streak-free result, and they last considerably well, and the small bottles come at a reasonable price so you can justify getting several shades! The new Graphic Pop range include four new shades, including;
In addition (and not pictured here!), L'Oréal is also launching a Blush Sculpt Contouring Palette, which is a 3-in-1 blush trio, where shades can be used individually or blended together exactly how you like it for a sculpted look with a luminous glow. These blushes look absolutely beautiful, so I definitely want to get my hands on at least one of the combinations. It is available in two shades;
Also new is the L'Oréal Infallible Fixing Mist, which is a setting spray that helps set and stabilise your makeup to give it a more professional look while making it look just-applied for longer. With my combination skin, I'm always struggling getting my makeup to stay put, even with a primer, so using this setting mist may just be what my skin needs.
And finally, L'Oréal is also extending the colour range of its True Match Foundations, which is supposedly one of the best-selling L'Oréal foundations, to make sure it is easier to find your ideal shade. I've actually never tried this foundation, so must definitely check this out too to see what all the hype is all about.
L'Oréal Paris Infallible Sculpt Contouring Palette - RRP: $29.95
L'Oréal Paris False Lash Sculpt Mascara - RRP: $25.95
L'Oréal Paris Brow Artist Sculpt - RRP: $20.95
L'Oréal Paris Infallible Gel Nail Polish Pastels - RRP: $12.95
L'Oréal Paris Colour Riche Le Vernis Super Graphic Pop - $7.95
L'Oréal Paris Blush Sculpt Contouring Palette - RRP: $26.95
L'Oréal Paris Infallible Fixing Mist - RRP: $24.95
L'Oréal Paris True Match Foundation
L'Oréal Paris is available from Priceline, variety stores and selected supermarkets and pharmacies
Like most other brands, L'Oréal is also jumping on the contouring craze with the introduction of the Infallible Sculpt Contouring Palette. This palette contains two shades, a lighter shade to lift and highlight as well as a darker shade to create the illusion of a shadow and sculpt the hollows of you cheeks and temples for a combined more sculpted look.
The product has a gorgeous cream to powder consistency, that feels gorgeous on the face, and is super easy to blend. As promised it really also does stay put throughout the day, even on my combo skin.
It comes in two combinations, Light and Medium/Dark, and it comes in a long slimline case, which has a mirror on the inside, as well as a useful instruction booklet that shows you how to sculpt your face depending on your face shape.
No launch is of course compete without a new mascara, so L'Oréal is launching the False lash Sculpt Mascara. This mascara has a very unique plastic comb brush where you first use the tip of the brush to gently press the brush on your waterline to fill in between the lash roots. Hereafter you use the brush as you usually would apply mascara, and it volumises the lashes, coating even the smallest of lashes for a more fanned out sculpted look. I've always been a fan of L'Oréal mascaras, and I think this new one will be no exception - once I actually get a hang of using the tip to fill in between the lash roots without smearing the mascara everywhere!
Another on trend product is for the brows, and new from L'Oréal is the 2-in-1 Brow Artist Sculpt. My current brow favourite is the Brow Artist Plumper from L'Oréal as it is simply so quick and easy to use - and now L'Oréal is really taking it one step further with the Brow Artist Sculpt. It has a very unique brush that features a sculpting felt tip to give shape to the brows while the bristle brush helps style and fix brows, for more sculpted-looking brows. You simply use the felt tip to draw over the brows and follow with the brush part to shape and fix. It has a powder-to-cream texture, and gives a very natural look. I'm still unsure if it will take over from my trusted Brow Artist Plumper, but it's certainly a good contender. It is available in two shades; Brunette and Dark Brunette.
For the nails L'Oréal is launching three new pastel shades into the Infallible Gel Nail Polish Range. These long 'pens' features the nail polish/base coat in one end, and the gel activating top coat in the other end. These polishes leave your nails looking plumper and with a super shiny finish to resemble a UV manicure. The polishes have been enriched with a flex-resin that promises to make the manicure last for up to 12 days without peeling, chipping or cracking. I have used these previously and do love the look and intense shine these polishes give your nails, and while I do agree that they make your manicure look nice and shiner for longer, I unfortunately don't quite get the 12 days wear, more like a week or so, which is still longer than with your 'average' nail polish, so still pretty good. Also love the pastel shades, which is always nice to brighten up the dark winter days and clothes, plus they'll be perfect come spring and summer too. The Infallible Gel Nail Polish Pastels are available in three shades;
- 40 Marshmallow Power
- 42 Unlimited Lollipop
- 43 Endless Candyheart
Finally there's the Colour Riche Le Vernis Super Graphic Pop, which is a new range of super bold colours. I love these Le Vernis polishes, they are easy to apply with a streak-free result, and they last considerably well, and the small bottles come at a reasonable price so you can justify getting several shades! The new Graphic Pop range include four new shades, including;
- Pop Corn 240 - Achieve the perfect bright pop on your nails with this light yellow, solid shade with no orange undertones
- Cloud Wow 241 - A cool sky blue shade for the cutest baby doll effect
- Pink-O-Pop 242 - An iconic pink shade, with the perfect blend of pure rose pigments with a hot pink finish
- Green LOL 244 – available grocery only Green is re-invented with the lightness of turquoise pigments and the depth of blue (not pictured)
In addition (and not pictured here!), L'Oréal is also launching a Blush Sculpt Contouring Palette, which is a 3-in-1 blush trio, where shades can be used individually or blended together exactly how you like it for a sculpted look with a luminous glow. These blushes look absolutely beautiful, so I definitely want to get my hands on at least one of the combinations. It is available in two shades;
- 102 Nude Beige
- 201 Soft Rosy
Also new is the L'Oréal Infallible Fixing Mist, which is a setting spray that helps set and stabilise your makeup to give it a more professional look while making it look just-applied for longer. With my combination skin, I'm always struggling getting my makeup to stay put, even with a primer, so using this setting mist may just be what my skin needs.
And finally, L'Oréal is also extending the colour range of its True Match Foundations, which is supposedly one of the best-selling L'Oréal foundations, to make sure it is easier to find your ideal shade. I've actually never tried this foundation, so must definitely check this out too to see what all the hype is all about.
L'Oréal Paris Infallible Sculpt Contouring Palette - RRP: $29.95
L'Oréal Paris False Lash Sculpt Mascara - RRP: $25.95
L'Oréal Paris Brow Artist Sculpt - RRP: $20.95
L'Oréal Paris Infallible Gel Nail Polish Pastels - RRP: $12.95
L'Oréal Paris Colour Riche Le Vernis Super Graphic Pop - $7.95
L'Oréal Paris Blush Sculpt Contouring Palette - RRP: $26.95
L'Oréal Paris Infallible Fixing Mist - RRP: $24.95
L'Oréal Paris True Match Foundation
L'Oréal Paris is available from Priceline, variety stores and selected supermarkets and pharmacies
* Some products may have been kindly provided for consideration, and have reviewed in accordance with my Disclosure Policy.
6 July 2016
MAYBELLINE NEW YORK PRODUCT LAUNCHES JULY TO DECEMBER 2016
Two weeks ago I was so lucky to go to a Maybelline Blogger event launching all the new product launches for the second half of 2016. Everyone left the event with a huge goodie bag with most of the new products, which was very generous of Maybelline, so a huge thank you! Below is a quick run-down of all the new products.. and make sure you get a cuppa before you settle down to have a read, as there are a massive 12 new products to run through, so while I'll do my best to keep it short, it is inevitably going to be a long one..
For the face, Maybelline is launching the Dream Velvet Soft-Matte Hydrating Foundation, which is a foundation suitable for those with combination and oilier skin types, offering a velvety matte look for up to 12 hours, so right up my alley with my combination skin always struggling to get my foundation to stay matte past lunch time. It has gel-whipped formula containing more water than usual, so unlike other mate foundations that often leave the skin looking dry, this one is a hydrating formula making if feel very comfortable on the skin too. It's available in 10 shades.
Then there's the Master Conceal Camouflaging Concealer, which offering full coverage, easily hiding anything from dark circles under the eyes, redness and pigmentation, yet while still looking natural and not caked on, thank to being so easy to blend. It comes in a small tube with a tiny nozzle that makes it easy to squeeze out just the amount needed, and you can then pat it onto the skin and blend it until you get the coverage you want, using either your fingertip or a brush. The concealer is available in five shades, and the Maybelline also suggested trying using the lightest and the darkest shades to contour, which I have to admit that I am yet to try.
With my combination skin, I am so used to my makeup getting shiny, fading and settling into lines, so I am also very excited about the Maybelline’s Master Fix by Face Studio. The Master Fix is a translucent, lightweight mist that helps to fix and extend the wear of your makeup, preventing it from fading, settling or getting shiny. When finished applying your makeup, you simply shake the bottle, close your eyes and spray a couple of times, concentrating, naturally, at the more greasy areas such as the t-zone. The mist is so light, that you wouldn't even know you're wearing it, although the light spray does feel nice and refreshing when you apply it.
Thanks to Kim K, contouring is all the rage at the moment, and all brands from luxe all the way down to drugstore, seem to be launching contouring kits, including now Maybelline with the Master Contour Palette. This Contour Palette includes a highlighter, blush and contouring powder, as well as an angled brush, and thereby makes it easy to define and highlight your preferred features. It even comes with easy to follow instructions and images on the back of the palette, so if you're a novice at contouring like me, there's help to be found. The palette is available in two shade combinations, Light to Medium, and Medium to Dark.
The Maybelline Volum' Express Falsies Push Up Drama Mascara promises 'dramatic lift and massive volume' - by helping to thicken and give the lashes volume, and thanks to the unique curved push-up brush that scoops the lashes from roots to tips, it also plumps and lifts the lashes, which holds throughout the day, thanks to the added styling wax. At first use I did find that it was a little clumping, but then again, I mostly find that is the case with new mascaras, and you have to use them a few times before they stop over-applying, and apply just the amount of mascara needed to avoid the clumping. With a name like Express Falsies, it does imply that you can skip applying false lashes when using this mascara, and while I am the first to admit that I never use false lashes, I wouldn't quite say that it manages to do that. However, that said, a few coats and it certainly gives my lashes a decent amount of volume, thickness and lift, so I will enjoy using this mascara. And besides how cute is the pink and red packaging!!
Brows are still one of the key trends, and to match, Maybelline is launching the Brow Drama Pomade Crayon, which is essentially a chubby stick/crayon that helps sculpt, tame and colour brows. You simply draw over your brows with feathery strokes to fil in sparse areas. It's super easy, and the result is natural, so this one is sure to become one of my favourites too. It is available in three shades, Dark Blonde, Medium Brown and Dark Brown. 
Moving on to the lips, Maybelline is adding to the ever popular Baby Lips with the introduction of the Baby Lips Balm & Blush, which as the name suggests adds a hint of tint, a sheer natural flush of colour to both lips and lips. They come packaged in cute little pots with coloured lids, but unfortunately a little bulky in the handbag. They have been enriched with antioxidant rich vitamin E to add moisture to lips and cheeks. The round balm is easy to apply to either lips or cheeks, and once dry, the leave a nice sheen too, without being greasy or sticky. There are four shades available;
- Innocent Peach
- Shimmering Bronze
- Flirty Pink
- Juicy Rose
Of these I prefer the two darker shades, the Flirty Pink and the Juicy Rose, as they, while still going on sheer, still apply the darkest. For me, these will be its something that I'd wear on no-makeup days, otherwise preferring more intense lipsticks to tints, but if I had been younger, I can easily see myself wanting to get hold of every shade available, so I can also imagine that these will be a big hit with younger teenage girls.
Maybelline is also launching a new limited edition range in the Color Sensational line, the Color Sensational Blushed Nudes Lipsticks, which are enriched with pure precious oil to make then feel rich and creamy on the lips. The shades all have a nice golden sheen due to containing rose gold pigments to create a warm blushed look on the lips. The range includes six shades;
- Fairly Bare (107)
- Tip Top Tulle (117)
- Sunset Blush (137)
- More to Adore (157)
- Pink Fling (207)
- Lust Affair (407)
I'm not particularly fond of very pale shades, so my favourites are Sunset Blush which has a slightly coral tinge, More to Adore with its mid-pink shade, Pink Fling with a dusty rose/mauve shade, and in particular the darkest shade Lust Affair with its pinky-red fuchsia shade.
Another new lip stick launch is the Maybelline Color Sensational Vivid Matte Liquid, which is probably what has most girls excited with its intense pigment and matte look. These liquid lipsticks have a really good colour payoff, and unlike most other matte look lipsticks, they surprisingly still feels lovely and moisturising on the lips. No more flaky dry, and uncomfortably feeling lips. The range is available in 8 shades;
- Nude Flush (05)
- Electric Pink (15)
- Orange Shot (25)
- Fuchsia Ecstasy (30)
- Rebel Red (35)
- Berry Boost (40)
- Possessed Plum (45)
- Nude Thrill (50)
Again, I am not particularly good with nudes, so unfortunately Nude Thrill is not right for me, and Electric Pink is a little too fluoro pink, reminding me too much of the 80s, so not a match for me either - but other than that, I am surprised to say that I really love all the other shades. If I had to pick favourites, you just cannot go wrong with a classic red such as the Rebel Red, and the I really love the orangy-red Orange Shot, but again, the remainder of the shades are sure to get some good outings too.
Finally, Maybelline is also adding a few new limited edition shades to Color Show Blushed Nudes Nail Polish, which includes;
- Make Me Blush
- Dusty Rose
- Mod Mauve
- Crimson Flush
Of these I particularly love the dusty fuchsias shade, Crimson Flush and the dusty mid-brown shade, Mod Mauve. The other two shades are lovely too, but I think i will love them more come spring and summer. These nail polishes are easy to apply evenly and streak-free thanks to the short wide brush. It does require two coats for a solid colour pay-off, but that's pretty normal, and they have a good wear of a few days, which as always can easily be extended by a few days by using a base and top coat.
So there you go, all the new releases from Maybelline launching from now and the rest of the year. Some of them have already hit the stores, and others will be arriving over the coming months, so make sure to keep your eyes peeled.
Maybelline Dream Velvet Soft-Matte Hydrating Foundation - RRP: $22.95
Maybelline Master Conceal Camouflaging Concealer - RRP: $17.95
Maybelline Master Fix Wear Boosting Setting Spray - RRP: $15.95
Maybelline Master Contour Face Contouring Kit - RRP: $19.95
Maybelline Color Sensational Blushed Nudes Eye Palette - RRP: $25.95
Maybelline Volum' Express Falsies Push Up Drama Mascara - RRP: $14.95
Maybelline Lasting Drama Gel 24H Automatic Pencil - RRP: $16.95
Maybelline Brow Drama Pomade Crayon RRP: $21.95
Maybelline Color Sensational Blushed Nudes Lipsticks - RRP: $17.95
Maybelline Baby Lips Balm & Blush - RRP: $9.95
Maybelline Color Sensational Vivid Matte Liquid - RRP: $17.95
Maybelline Color Show Blushed Nudes Nail Polish - RRP: $5.95
Maybelline New York is available from Priceline, variety stores and select pharmacies and supermarkets
* Some products may have been kindly provided for consideration, and have reviewed in accordance with my Disclosure Policy.
6 May 2016
PRODUCT REVIEW: SISLEY PARIS BOLD SEDUCTION AUTUMN WINTER COLLECTION
If you're regular reader of my blog, you'll know that I've got a fairly new love affair with Sisley Paris as their products are not only incredibly astethecially beautiful to look at, they are also such a dream to apply and wear, so I was so excited when the new Bold Seduction Autumn Winter Collection landed at my door step..
The Bold Seduction Collection draws inspiration from the catwalks and is feminine, strong and graphic with a touch of bold glamour.
The collection includes the Sisley Paris Phyto Sourcils in Cappucino, which is right on trend in helping define and provide definition to brows and frame the face. Years of over-plucking has left my brows thinner and more sparse than I like these days, so a good brow product is essential, and this eyebrow pencil is a perfect choice. The soft pencil has just the right consistency to help softly and gently fill in the brows making the appear thicker and more even, while the handy spoolie comb at the other end helps comb them into the perfect shape.
Like all other Sisley Paris makeup products it has been enriched with skin-caring ingredients including acacia and carnauba waxes to help soften, envelope and protect the brows, as well as keep them in place, along with pro-vitamin B5 to strengthen the brow hairs. And once applied, they do in fact stay put all day, including the colour, which doesn't budge or smudge. The cappuchino shade is medium in colour and a perfect and natural shade for my brows. I also love that it comes with its own little sharpener as needless to say that a pointy pencil is necessary for a perfectly styled look.
The So Intense Mascara is enriched with vitamin-rich peptides and rice phytoceramides that promises to lengthen and thicken your natural eyelashes and make them stronger too within just two week. I've used the mascara for a few weeks, and have to admit that it is extremely difficult to say if using the mascara really has given me longer and thicker lashes, but that said, I also don't wear mascara every single day, so maybe I need to, to be able to tell a difference!
However, what I do like is that mascara separates my lashes nicely and gives them lashes nice thickness and volume after just a single coat, and following with a few more coats it gives my lashes an even more intense and dramatic look, all while keeping my lashes clump-free and still supple and soft.
And in spite of my sensitive eyes easily watering, it also stays put all day without flaking or smudging, yet it removes easily at night with waterproof eye makeup remover (that is all I ever use as I simply find it easier. This mascara is not cheap, but it is such a lovely mascara, whether you're after a simple look for casual wear or a more intense look for going out.
Next are the Phyto-Eye Twists, and if you have read my previous posts about Sisley Paris, you'd know that I am so in love with these eyeshadow pens, and I already have a couple of the brownish shades which are my go-to eyeshadow when I'm in a hurry, which, with a baby and a toddler, is pretty much every day! Anyway, now Sisley has added a further couple of shades to the range, including Khaki, a beautiful dusty green shade as well as Steel, a deep gunmetal grey. And while I am known to be very conservative with the shades I use on my eyes, these two new additions are just beautiful, but used individually on their own, but also in combination. The jumbo style pen can be used as both an eyeshadow and an eye liner, and it is so quick and easy to apply - and what I really like is that
Eye Twists they are so pigmented that a single swipe, followed with a blend with the fingertip, is more than sufficient for an intense colour that stays put all day long without budging, fading or settling into the lines on my greasy eyelids.
The eyeshadows have been enriched with green tea, camellia and white lily to help protect the delicate eye area
The lip gloss is a treatment formula that has been enriched with Padina pavonica extract to promote a natural plumping effect of the lips. It also contains shea butter, kokum butter, sunflower oil, colza oil and vitamin E to help nourish, soothe, repair and protect the lips as well as protect from free radicals. And does feel very lovely and moisturising on the lips and even when it has worn off, you as well as it does leave the lips feeling soft and moisturised too. I really love not only the beautiful shade of this lip gloss, but also the formula, so I can see myself reaching for this on a lot during winter to put some much needed colour to my winter-pale face!
Finally, the Hydrating Long Lasting Lipstick in Mandarin is another full-coverage lip product, offering intense colour pay-off in just a single swipe, while with this one, you can however also apply just a little and wear it with a more subtle stained effect. The shade Mandarin is bright orange in the packaging, and I do have to admit that I was thinking ' oh no, a beautiful lipstick that I will never ever wear because I am too much of a chicken to wear a bright orange shade' - so I was very pleased to discover that the shade in fact goes on in more of a coral shade with a beautiful but subtle sheen, so it is very wearable, even for me!!
The lipstick is also a long-wearing lipstick, and again, even when it starts to fade after several hours, it does so evenly, leaving behind a beautiful stained look. It contains among others calendula, vitamin E and C to help soften and protect the lips as well as add anti-oxidants to protect from damaging free radicals. And it too, feels very comfortable on the lips, almost as if you just wearing a lip balm. And, like all other Sisley Paris products the packaging is just out of this world - this one coming in a gold packaging with the unique 'S' cut-outs, as well as the black velvet pouch!
Sisley Paris Phyto Sourcils in Cappucino - RRP: $65
Sisley Paris Phyto-Eye Twist
Sisley Paris Phyto-Ombre Glow
Sisley Paris So Intense Mascara
Sisley Paris Phyto-Lip Gloss
Sisley Paris Hydrating Long Lasting Lipstick
Available from Sisley Paris Counters and Sisley Paris Online
* Some products may have been kindly provided for consideration, and have reviewed in accordance with my Disclosure Policy.
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The Bold Seduction Collection draws inspiration from the catwalks and is feminine, strong and graphic with a touch of bold glamour.
The collection includes the Sisley Paris Phyto Sourcils in Cappucino, which is right on trend in helping define and provide definition to brows and frame the face. Years of over-plucking has left my brows thinner and more sparse than I like these days, so a good brow product is essential, and this eyebrow pencil is a perfect choice. The soft pencil has just the right consistency to help softly and gently fill in the brows making the appear thicker and more even, while the handy spoolie comb at the other end helps comb them into the perfect shape.
Like all other Sisley Paris makeup products it has been enriched with skin-caring ingredients including acacia and carnauba waxes to help soften, envelope and protect the brows, as well as keep them in place, along with pro-vitamin B5 to strengthen the brow hairs. And once applied, they do in fact stay put all day, including the colour, which doesn't budge or smudge. The cappuchino shade is medium in colour and a perfect and natural shade for my brows. I also love that it comes with its own little sharpener as needless to say that a pointy pencil is necessary for a perfectly styled look.
The So Intense Mascara is enriched with vitamin-rich peptides and rice phytoceramides that promises to lengthen and thicken your natural eyelashes and make them stronger too within just two week. I've used the mascara for a few weeks, and have to admit that it is extremely difficult to say if using the mascara really has given me longer and thicker lashes, but that said, I also don't wear mascara every single day, so maybe I need to, to be able to tell a difference!
However, what I do like is that mascara separates my lashes nicely and gives them lashes nice thickness and volume after just a single coat, and following with a few more coats it gives my lashes an even more intense and dramatic look, all while keeping my lashes clump-free and still supple and soft.
And in spite of my sensitive eyes easily watering, it also stays put all day without flaking or smudging, yet it removes easily at night with waterproof eye makeup remover (that is all I ever use as I simply find it easier. This mascara is not cheap, but it is such a lovely mascara, whether you're after a simple look for casual wear or a more intense look for going out.
Next are the Phyto-Eye Twists, and if you have read my previous posts about Sisley Paris, you'd know that I am so in love with these eyeshadow pens, and I already have a couple of the brownish shades which are my go-to eyeshadow when I'm in a hurry, which, with a baby and a toddler, is pretty much every day! Anyway, now Sisley has added a further couple of shades to the range, including Khaki, a beautiful dusty green shade as well as Steel, a deep gunmetal grey. And while I am known to be very conservative with the shades I use on my eyes, these two new additions are just beautiful, but used individually on their own, but also in combination. The jumbo style pen can be used as both an eyeshadow and an eye liner, and it is so quick and easy to apply - and what I really like is that
Eye Twists they are so pigmented that a single swipe, followed with a blend with the fingertip, is more than sufficient for an intense colour that stays put all day long without budging, fading or settling into the lines on my greasy eyelids.
The eyeshadows have been enriched with green tea, camellia and white lily to help protect the delicate eye area
The Phyto-Ombre Glow is really a single eye shadow that can be used either on its own, or combined with any of the other beautiful shades in the range. This new shade, Gold, is a beautiful, well, errr, gold shade, that is so stunning when used on the lids, both on its own, or with other shades. However, it is also perfect to use as a highlighter under the eye brows and on the inner corner of the eyes to really open them up. But it doesn't stop there, as it can actually also be used as a general face highlighter on the top of the cheek bones etc for a radiant healthy glow, but as a word of warning, you'll need to go easy as it is seriously pigmented! 
The Phyto-Lip Gloss is like a lipstick but with a lacquer formula. The shade Rouge is a rich warm red shade and the slightly thick formula is very pigmented, so goes one with a intense full covering colour payoff in just a single swipe, and due to this pigmentation is also has a very long wear on the lips of several hours, and even after it has faded, it leaves an even stained finish on the lips. The intense colour does however mean that unlike other lipglosses I find at mirror is necessary when applying this, otherwise it could quickly become a little messy. It also has a beautiful shiny effect that does make the lips look fuller. The lip gloss is a treatment formula that has been enriched with Padina pavonica extract to promote a natural plumping effect of the lips. It also contains shea butter, kokum butter, sunflower oil, colza oil and vitamin E to help nourish, soothe, repair and protect the lips as well as protect from free radicals. And does feel very lovely and moisturising on the lips and even when it has worn off, you as well as it does leave the lips feeling soft and moisturised too. I really love not only the beautiful shade of this lip gloss, but also the formula, so I can see myself reaching for this on a lot during winter to put some much needed colour to my winter-pale face!
Finally, the Hydrating Long Lasting Lipstick in Mandarin is another full-coverage lip product, offering intense colour pay-off in just a single swipe, while with this one, you can however also apply just a little and wear it with a more subtle stained effect. The shade Mandarin is bright orange in the packaging, and I do have to admit that I was thinking ' oh no, a beautiful lipstick that I will never ever wear because I am too much of a chicken to wear a bright orange shade' - so I was very pleased to discover that the shade in fact goes on in more of a coral shade with a beautiful but subtle sheen, so it is very wearable, even for me!!
The lipstick is also a long-wearing lipstick, and again, even when it starts to fade after several hours, it does so evenly, leaving behind a beautiful stained look. It contains among others calendula, vitamin E and C to help soften and protect the lips as well as add anti-oxidants to protect from damaging free radicals. And it too, feels very comfortable on the lips, almost as if you just wearing a lip balm. And, like all other Sisley Paris products the packaging is just out of this world - this one coming in a gold packaging with the unique 'S' cut-outs, as well as the black velvet pouch!
Sisley Paris Phyto Sourcils in Cappucino - RRP: $65
Sisley Paris Phyto-Eye Twist
Sisley Paris Phyto-Ombre Glow
Sisley Paris So Intense Mascara
Sisley Paris Phyto-Lip Gloss
Sisley Paris Hydrating Long Lasting Lipstick
Available from Sisley Paris Counters and Sisley Paris Online
* Some products may have been kindly provided for consideration, and have reviewed in accordance with my Disclosure Policy.
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28 April 2016
PRODUCT REVIEW: LUST HAVE IT APRIL 2016
The April Lust Have It Box arrived yesterday, so once again on time, which is always nice. Here's what was inside and my thoughts...
Yet again this months’ products arrived in a pink mesh bag, and as I've said a few times now, while I don't mind those bags, but have so many of them by now that I'm starting to not know what to do with them, so really I'd love it if Lust Have It changed the style again for a bit of a variety. This months bag included four full sized items as well as two deluxe sized sample.
Manna Kadar Fantasy 3-in-1 Blush Highlighter Eyeshadow - Full Size (RPR: $25)
This pearlised powder claims to be a multi-tasking product that can be used both as blush, highlighter and eyeshadow. The shade, Fantasy, is a beautiful warm apricotty shade, which is really lovely, and I can actually see myself using this as an eyeshadow. It does have a bit of sheen, so I may personally find it too shimmery for that use, however, regardless still happy about it, also because Manna Kadar is new to me, and its always exciting trying out new brands.
Marsk Organic eyeliner - Full Size (RRP: $28.95)
I really like the products from Marsk, however, and I've already got two eyeliners from them from other subscription boxes, although these are dark brown, and I do really like them. However, while I will be using this off-white eyeliner to good use on the inner rim of my eyes, I am sadly just not very excited about it!
Marsk Organic eyeliner - Full Size ($28.95)
Another product - while, again I do like the products from Marsk, for the variety of things, I would have preferred to see a product from another brand included instead one of the Marsk ones. That said, I do like a good brow products, so do look forward to putting this one to the test too.
Personail Nail Polish Wraps - Full Size (RRP: $18)
I've never heard of this brand before, so bonus points for the inclusion! This small pack contains 16 nail polish strips, a cuticle stick and a mini nail file, and they promise that the wraps will last up to 10 days on the nails. The design I got is a kind of random pink/blue/yellow/green/purple swirly one, and being a little conservative, not one that I'd usually go for, but as the say, change is as good as a holiday, so I look forward to seeing how they turn out.
Soak Shampoo and Conditioner - Deluxe Sizes, 25ml each (RRP: $24.95 / 500ml each)
Sadly again, these are repeat samples for me from a previous sample box, and while I think these products are lovely, and smell absolutely delish, sadly there is just no novelty factor there for me.
So there you go, the contents of this months Lust Have It. Value-wise this box is definitely worth its money, but unfortunately, this month I'm just not that excited about the contents, because of repeat products and brands. While I will use all products, the only one I am really excited about is really the Manna Kadar product!
I appreciate that it can be tricky to continuously source new products and brands, but to me, essentially that is what beauty subscription boxes are all about, the opportunity to be exposed to something new you'd otherwise never have found or bought yourself, and unfortunately Lust Have It didn't really hit the mark for me this month. I have my fingers crossed that next months box will be again!
Lust Have It Box (monthly) RRP: $19.95, Eco Box (quarterly) RRP: $29.95 – but if you use my unique code LIFESTYLE at the checkout on the Lush Have It website, you are eligible for $5 off your first box from Lust Have It, and at the same time you’ll also be supporting Beauty & Lifestyle Hunter, as I will get a few dollars too if someone subscribes using this code.
Available from Lust Have It http://www.lusthaveit.com.au
* Some products may have been kindly provided for consideration, and have reviewed in accordance with my Disclosure Policy.
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Yet again this months’ products arrived in a pink mesh bag, and as I've said a few times now, while I don't mind those bags, but have so many of them by now that I'm starting to not know what to do with them, so really I'd love it if Lust Have It changed the style again for a bit of a variety. This months bag included four full sized items as well as two deluxe sized sample.
Manna Kadar Fantasy 3-in-1 Blush Highlighter Eyeshadow - Full Size (RPR: $25)
This pearlised powder claims to be a multi-tasking product that can be used both as blush, highlighter and eyeshadow. The shade, Fantasy, is a beautiful warm apricotty shade, which is really lovely, and I can actually see myself using this as an eyeshadow. It does have a bit of sheen, so I may personally find it too shimmery for that use, however, regardless still happy about it, also because Manna Kadar is new to me, and its always exciting trying out new brands.
Marsk Organic eyeliner - Full Size (RRP: $28.95)
I really like the products from Marsk, however, and I've already got two eyeliners from them from other subscription boxes, although these are dark brown, and I do really like them. However, while I will be using this off-white eyeliner to good use on the inner rim of my eyes, I am sadly just not very excited about it!
Marsk Organic eyeliner - Full Size ($28.95)
Another product - while, again I do like the products from Marsk, for the variety of things, I would have preferred to see a product from another brand included instead one of the Marsk ones. That said, I do like a good brow products, so do look forward to putting this one to the test too.
Personail Nail Polish Wraps - Full Size (RRP: $18)
I've never heard of this brand before, so bonus points for the inclusion! This small pack contains 16 nail polish strips, a cuticle stick and a mini nail file, and they promise that the wraps will last up to 10 days on the nails. The design I got is a kind of random pink/blue/yellow/green/purple swirly one, and being a little conservative, not one that I'd usually go for, but as the say, change is as good as a holiday, so I look forward to seeing how they turn out.
Soak Shampoo and Conditioner - Deluxe Sizes, 25ml each (RRP: $24.95 / 500ml each)
Sadly again, these are repeat samples for me from a previous sample box, and while I think these products are lovely, and smell absolutely delish, sadly there is just no novelty factor there for me.
So there you go, the contents of this months Lust Have It. Value-wise this box is definitely worth its money, but unfortunately, this month I'm just not that excited about the contents, because of repeat products and brands. While I will use all products, the only one I am really excited about is really the Manna Kadar product!
I appreciate that it can be tricky to continuously source new products and brands, but to me, essentially that is what beauty subscription boxes are all about, the opportunity to be exposed to something new you'd otherwise never have found or bought yourself, and unfortunately Lust Have It didn't really hit the mark for me this month. I have my fingers crossed that next months box will be again!
Lust Have It Box (monthly) RRP: $19.95, Eco Box (quarterly) RRP: $29.95 – but if you use my unique code LIFESTYLE at the checkout on the Lush Have It website, you are eligible for $5 off your first box from Lust Have It, and at the same time you’ll also be supporting Beauty & Lifestyle Hunter, as I will get a few dollars too if someone subscribes using this code.
Available from Lust Have It http://www.lusthaveit.com.au
* Some products may have been kindly provided for consideration, and have reviewed in accordance with my Disclosure Policy.
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