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12 October 2017

PRODUCT REVIEW: BURTS BEES GLOSS LIP CRAYON AND TINTED LIP OIL

One of those brands that I rave about again and again is Burt's Bees. They have some gorgeous skincare products, but I am also so in love with their lip products. Today I've looking into two different types from their range.. 



I've said it before, but I absolutely love lip crayons. There is just something about them that makes them so super quick and easy to apply thanks to the pointy tip, and then you simply wind it up, as more product is needed. Lots of brands have done them by now, but one of my favourites include the Burt’s Bees Gloss Lip Crayon, which made of 100% natural ingredients, which definitely give them huge bonus points. These lip sticks are made using shea butter, kendi oil, jojoba oil and community sources beeswax to nourish the lips, and feel so incredibly gorgeous on the slips. Soft and smooth, its literally like wearing a lip balm, yet they have a surprisingly good colour payoff, that you can build up to almost intense with an additional coat. There are six shades in the range, and I've put three to the test;

  • Bordeaux Vines - a dark deep purple red shade 
  • Pacific Coast - a deep pinky red shade 
  • Tahitian Sunset - a medium pink fuschia shade 

Top-Bottom: Bordeaux Vines, Pacific Coast, Tahitian Sunset

Burt's Bees claim they have a wear of up to 8 hours, but I unfortunately can only get them to last a few hours on my lips, which is my only negative about these. However, they feel so lovely on the lips, and are clearly caring for my lips as I wear them, as when they've worn off my lips feel soft and smooth. The three shades I tried are all beautiful, and I actually cannot pick a favourite, and have found myself alternating which one I've been using. I will definitely need to check out the remaining three shades in the range too..

Then there's the Burt’s Bees Tinted Lip Oil. I've only just discovered lip oils, and generally I loving them. The oil-based formula contains among others meadowfoam seed extract, known to be rich in fatty acids and antioxidants to nourish the skin; coconut oil, along with beeswax, to help strengthen the barrier of the delicate lip skin, and reduce the appearance of fine lines for healthy-looking lips. Again, I really love that they are made from 100% natural ingredients, so they contain absolutely no nasty chemicals.

The lip oils thus aim to hydrate the lips, while giving the a sheer touch of colour and shine, but without being sticky and tacky. There lips oils are available in six different shades, and I put three to the test;

Misted Plum - a pale purple mauve shade
Crimson Breeze - a red tint
Whispering Orchid - a light pink shade 



Top to Bottom: Misted Plum, Crimson Breeze, Whispering Orchid

Again, these lip oils are not intended to add heaps of colour, and they don't though, the darker the shade, naturally the more colour pay-off on the lips - and consequently why I prefer the darker shades such as Misted Plum and Crimson Breeze. The oils literally absorb into the lips and feels so beautiful and so hydrating on the lips, without any greasiness or tackiness. If you're after a bold lip, these are not for you, but the sheer wash of colour makes them perfect if you're after a subtle look for a casual day out. I am really enjoying them, as they are such a refreshing change to sticky glosses, and I love the fact that they treat my lips as I wear them.

So not surprisingly, these lip products from Burt's Bees are really worth trying. Beautiful shades, natural ingredients and budget friendly prices too. What's not to love!


Burt’s Bees Gloss Lip Crayon - RRP: $16.95 / 2.83g
Burt’s Bees Tinted Lip Oil - RRP: $16.95 / 1.18ml

Available from David Jones, Myer, Priceline, and select pharmacies


* Some products may have been kindly provided for editorial consideration, and have been reviewed in accordance with my Disclosure Policy, and reviews are 100% honest and based on personal opinion and experience. Note that The Beauty & Lifestyle Hunter is not a professional or expert, so please do not substitute these opinions as professional advice.

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29 September 2017

PRODUCT REVIEW: CLARINS INSTANT LIGHT LIP COMFORT OILS

As a beauty blogger, needless to say that I use a large variety of different beauty products, aimed at different areas from top to toe. But every so often you come across a new type of product that really gets you excited like no other - and that's exactly what the Clarins Instant Light Lip Comfort Oils did to me.. 



These Clarins Instant Light Lip Comfort Oils are infused with 100% pure plant oils to nourish, soothe and plump lips, while leaving them with a just a touch a colour, and giving them a gorgeous scent at the same time. They can be used on their own for soft and hydrated lips, before lipstick for a smoother look, or on top of lipstick for added shine and gloss.

There are 7 different shades in the range, of which 4 of them have just been added to the range;

  • Honey Glam, for a pop of shimmer 
  • Mint for a cool, natural look 
  • Candy, which react to the PH of your lips creating a personalised shade of pink 
  • Tangerine, which react to the PH of your lips creating a personalised shade of pink or coral 
The Lip Oils come in square lipgloss-style tube, with the signature golden Clarins lid. And what I really love, is the large foot doe applicator, which makes it so easy to apply the oil across the lips in a single stroke. 


As for the shades, each of them are not only different in terms of their shade, but also in their unique star ingredient, scent, and thus also in its benefits to the lips. 

Lets start with the Candy, which is also one my favourites. This one contains organic aramanth flower extract, which is a native South American flower, which not only smells gorgeous, as well as it has hydrating and nourishing properties. This shade also has the unique feature that it will react to the PH of your lips creating a very personalised shade of pink with varies from person to person. How cool! In the tube it looks a slightly fluro pink, but on my lips it turns a pale soft pink which is enhancing the natural shade of the lips. It has a slightly sweet, floral candy scent.

Then there's Tangerine, which is also a favourite. It has the same unique PH technology, and while it has a orangy-red tint in the packaging, it gives my lips a lovely coral tint. It contains buriti extract to enhance and nourish and maintain the moisture in the lips, and it has sweet orange, or guess I should say, tangerine scent.

Next is the Mint, which initially did make me pause for a second, as I am really not one for green lips, as it looks in the tube. But thankfully it doesn't make your lips green, it actually has next to no tint leaving the lips with just a glossy look. As the name suggests, the star ingredient is menthe des champ, or menthol, to stimulate blood flow, which gives a cooling sensation, but also leaves the lips nourished while also having a plumping effect. I personally didn't see a major plumping effect, but love mint, and also the cooling and refreshing feeling on my lips. Unexpectedly, it doesn't actually smell that minty, but is rather sweet too.

Finally, there's Honey Glam, which contains tiny golden shimmer particles. On the lips it leaves a golden sheen with the glitter, and once it gloss wears off, the glitter particles tend to stay on the lips. I am not personally that fond of glitter, which is why this one is my least favourite of the bunch. That said, it is lovely to use on top of a lipstick for that extra radiance. Its star ingredient is hazelnut oil with the purpose of adding nourishment and hydration to the lips. It has a lovely warm honey scent.

Overall I am really loving these lip oils - not really because of their shades, as they are so subtle, but because they simply feel so lovely and non sticky on my lips and instantly make my lips feel so soft and smooth, and for hours after they've worn off. These lip oils have completely won me over, and I find myself reaching for them instead of my usual lip balm during the day, or in the casual situations when I'd usually use a neutral lip gloss. I can see myself repurchasing these again and again. So there are 7 shades in the range, the above four new shades along with existing Honey, Raspberry and Red Berry - I think I'll definitely need to go check out especially Raspberry and Red Berry... And you too should check them out, as they seriously are incredible, and as their name suggests, they really are so comfortable to wear.


Clarins Instant Light Lip Comfort Oil - RRP: $33.00 ea / 7ml

Available from Clarins, Myer, David Jones and select pharmacies

* Some products may have been kindly provided for editorial consideration, and have been reviewed in accordance with my Disclosure Policy, and reviews are 100% honest and based on personal opinion and experience. Note that The Beauty & Lifestyle Hunter is not a professional or expert, so please do not substitute these opinions as professional advice.



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2 August 2017

PRODUCT REVIEW: MILANI COSMETICS SPOTLIGHT STROBE PALETE, MATTE LIP CREME, LIP COLOUR REMOVER AND LUXE LIP TREATMENT

One of those brand that is very hyped about at the moment is Milani Cosmetics. I was very late to the party and only just recently tried out a selection of their products (which you can read more about here), and there's no denying that the products exceed all expectations. Today I'm excited to share with you some additional products… 


First up is the Milani Cosmetics Spotlight Face and Eye Strobe Palette in Sunlight, which is available in three shades, and I put the darkest shade, Golden Light, to the test. This palette is incredibly beautiful with its wavy design, which is made up from three different shades, a rose gold, a bronze and a gold. And it is truly the most versatile multitasking illuminating palette you'll come across, as it can be used as blush, highlighter on the cheek bones, cupids bow, brow bone, eye shadow and accent for the most stunning luminous glow. The shades are all very buildable, so you can apply just a touch for everyday use, or build up for a night out. I especially love the bronze shade as an eye shadow, and the rose gold on my cheeks. This colour combination is perhaps a tad dark for my current winter-pale skin, but will be absolutely perfect come summer and my skin gets slightly tanned, so for now, I wouldn't mind checking out a paler shade on my pale skin now.

The Milani Rose Powder Blush is without a doubt one of those makeup items that is featured the most amongst beauty bloggers, and with good reason as is it so incredibly stunning with its rose embossed design. But it is also such a beautiful blush to wear. I tried the shade Romantic Rose to the test, which is a matte nude dusty rose shade. And this shade is the best shade for those with pale skin, giving you a beautiful and very natural blushed cheek. Perfect for everyday makeup, or a barely there look, also because it applies with just a very subtle sheen. It is
 quite pigmented, so you have the choice if you want to apply just a sheer wash of colour, or have a more intense look. Just incredible, and worth all the hype. 

The blush comes in a golden compact with a clear lid, so you can see and admire the beautiful embossing - and unlike the Baked Blush, this one doesn't come with a brush or mirror included, which does make the packing slightly more slimline and stylish, and again, I actually personally prefer this and leave the little brush out.

Then there's the Milani Cosmetics Moisture Lock Oil Infused Lip Treatment, and here I have to admit that I am completely new to lip oils. I have heard some many rave about lip oils, but just never gotten around to trying some, so very excited about this one. This one, formulated with the natural healing power of Jojoba, Avocado and Tsubaki Oil. As an added benefit, each if the 8 shades in the range is infused with different nutrient-dense oils that treat a specific concern. I tried the shade 07 Protecting Pomegranate, and it seriously has the most divine fruity scent. My lips are not usually dry, but do get drier in winter, and just one application of this, and my lips are left so soft. I love the huge sponge applicator, and the moisturisng ultra glossy finish and just a tint of the red shade. And I really love that it doesn't just sit on top of the lips like any other gloss, but that the oils absorbs into the lips to help treat and protect them. I am loving this Lip Oil, and will have to get my hands on a few extra shades and treatment options.


Next is the Milani Cosmetics Amore Matte Lip Crème, which are liquid-to-matte lip crème, that formula dries to a soft, velvety matte finish. And as promised, they are very pigmented and saturated, so you get a bold opaque colour with just one swipe. The doe applicator makes it easy to apply, and shortly after it dries to the matte look. As with most matte lipsticks, I do find that it can make you lips look and feel dry, so my tip is to use a good lip balm prior to applying it, and once that has absorbed, apply the lip crème. This lip crème also stays put quite well, I managed to get approx. 5-6 hours wear, even surviving a few drinks without transferring, but then it does start to flake and look dry. I do find that I need to use a makeup remover or micellar water or if I'm on the go, a makeup wipe, to remove it completely, as I find that re-applying, doesn't give the greatest result, again as you start out from having dry lips! I do love the look and wear of these, and the shade I tried, Fabulous, is a stunning dark berry-red shade, so whenever I wear it when I'm out and about, I simply carry a travel pack of wipes (which I usually do anyway), and its well worth it. They are available in a massive 23 different shades, so definitely something for everyone

The Milani Cosmetics Amore Matte Metallic Lip Crème, which are essentially the same liquid to matte lipsticks, but with tiny metallic shimmer particles that give the lips a subtle sheen, while still offering the same bold, intense colour payoff. It is also long wearing, promising up to 16 hours of wear. I don't quite feel that I can get that many hours, but usually manage 5+ hours before I feel I need to reapply (as above), but personally I also find that is very reasonable. These metallic versions are available in 15 shades, and I tried the colour Mattely In Love, which is a gorgeous red shade.

Speaking of removing these long-wearing lipsticks, of colours, of course Milani Cosmetics has thought about it with the Keep It Clean Longwear Lip Color Remover. This remover is made with safflower and grapeseed oil base with conditioners, and has a thick jelly consistency. And it is truly fantastic, just a tiny bit massaged into your lips, will remove stubborn lip colours, while still being very gentle, and the hydrating formula helps nourish and keep the lips soft and smooth. I I never knew I needed this, but now that I've tried it, I wouldn’t want to be without it.

Finally, there's the Milani Cosmetics Keep It Smooth Luxe Lip Treatment restores your dry lips and prevents lips from becoming chapped. The treatment contains Shea Butter to moisturise, well as coconut, olive, sweet almond, macadamia, jojoba, and argan oils to hydrate, while also promising to smoothe, soothe, comfort and minimise fine lines. The pale pink treatment comes in a cute little jar, and I have to admit that I would have preferred if it had come in a tube or stick, as it is simply easier to apply. But that said, it feels lovely on the lips, almost immediately absorbing, leaving the lips feeling soft and nourished, and without any greasiness. A great treatment to get your lips into shape, and to use before applying the long-wearing lipsticks.


So there you have it, another amazing selection of products from Milani, and yet again, the products have not failed to impress, so make sure you go check them out too.


Milani Cosmetics Spotlight Face & Eye Strobe Palette - RRP: $25.95 / 5g 
Milani Cosmetics Rose Blush - RRP: $17.95 / 17g
Milani Cosmetics Moisture Lock Oil Infused Lip Treatment - RRP:$17.95 / 2.85g
Milani Cosmetics Amore Matte Lip Crème - RRP: $17.95 / 6g
Milani Cosmetics Amore Matte Metallic Lip Crème - RRP: $17.95 / 7g
Milani Cosmetics Keep It Clean Longwear Lip Color Remover - RRP: $18.95 / 12g
Milani Cosmetics Keep It Smooth Luxe Lip Treatment - RRP: $19.95 / 6g

Available from Milani Cosmetics Online, as well as some products are available from The Beauty Drawers

* Products have been kindly provided for consideration, and have reviewed in accordance with my Disclosure Policy.

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