PRODUCT REVIEW: PUR MINERALS BEST SELLERS 5-PIECE BEAUTY-TO-GO COLLECTION

Today I am going to talk about a brand that is completely new to me, Pur Minerals, putting the Best Sellers Kit to the test. The products from Pur Minerals are eco friendly, with the brand committed to using natural and responsibly sourced ingredients full of antioxidants, vitamins and minerals - all put together so they not only look great on your skin, but also nourish and help treat any skin concerns at the same time.

If you're new to a brand, trial kits with sample sized products are always fantastic, as it allows you to try several products without the expense of getting full sized products. The Pur Minerals Best Sellers Kit 5-piece beauty-to-go Collections contains five of the brand's most popular products for you to try, and even a little how-to guide in case you need it. The kit includes;  

 

• Correcting Primer Prep & Perfect - 10ml
• 4-in-1 Pressed Mineral Makeup - 4.3g
• Mineral Glow Bronzer - 3.4g
• Chisel Brush
• Big Look Mascara with Argan Oil - 5g

 

The Correcting Primer contains ingredients such as shea butter and vitamin B3, as well as salicylic acid, which is perfect for my breakout prone combination skin, as it helps to unclog the pores - a refreshing change from primers which I often find clog my pores up! But using this primer means that it helps keep the skin free from imperfections, while also improving its elasticity and evening out the skin tone by lightening dark spots. The light primer is easy to apply, and really leaves the skin soft and smooth and hydrated too, and makes it so easy to apply your foundation, which also stays looking fresh for longer with the use of this primer. I am so in love with it, that I have to get my hands on a full sized tube.

  

The second step is the 4-in-1 Pressed Mineral Makeup, which is a foundation, powder, concealer and sun protector all-in-one. And to be perfectly honest, I admit that I am not usually a fan of powdered foundations, mainly as I often feel that I cannot get the coverage I need, and when I try to build it up, it turns dry and cakey. But this one has me convinced otherwise.

 

 

 

 

The powder foundation is applied with the included Chisel brush, by circular motions, and layering as needed. I tried the shade Golden Medium, which is a good match for my medium beige, slightly summer-tanned skin tone. The foundation is very light, and gives a nice medium coverage, but you can easily build it up slightly too so it also covers most pigmentation and redness, while still looking natural.

  

The Chisel Brush is so soft and gorgeous, and designed to apply the pressed foundation as the top is a flat-headed brush that makes it blending it into the skin seamless.

  

The third step is the Mineral Glow, which is a mineral bronzer that adds glow and radiance to the skin. The shade is a nice medium shade and it has a lovely golden glow, without being too shiny or glittery, but rather just a touch of shimmer that adds such a gorgeous healthy and luminous sun-kissed glow. For once a bronzer that doesn’t make your skin look orange, but rather gives it such a natural glow. It can also be applied using the Chisel Brush.

  

The final step is the Big Look Mascara, which is actually a full sized product, making this kit great value. The mascara comes in a gorgeous pink packaging, reminiscent of a lip gloss, and I must admit that I thought it was at first sight!

 

 

 

 

The mascara has spiky plastic bristles that easily grabs every single lash, even the tiny ones in the corners of the eye, and gives them both length, thickness and curl, and separates them nicely too - and from the very first use. Not one of those mascaras that is absolutely hopeless for the first dozen uses clogging your lashes together. But rather it gives your lashes a lovely fanned look. I also like that you can build it up for quite dramatic lashes, and the fact that the mascara has been infused with argan oil so that it protects the lashes and hydrates them at the same time. No wonder this mascara is a best seller!

 

 

Overall I have really enjoyed putting these products from Pur Minerals to the test. They are lovely to use, make the skin look great. I particularly loved the Primer which is so perfect for my combination skin, the bronzer which gives my skin such a radiant glow, and then the mascara, which was just great from the word go. I also loved using the Chisel Brush, and know I'll be using it over and over. That actually only leaves the Foundation - and while I did enjoy using it, and find the little compact great when you're on the go, I'm still more partial to liquid foundations, and wouldn't mind putting a few from their range to the test.

 

 

Pur Minerals Best Sellers Kit 5-piece beauty-to-go Collection - RRP: $59 

Available from Myer

 

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

 

  

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PRODUCT REVIEW: THE ORGANIC SKIN CO MAKEUP FROM WORLD ORGANICS

Today I’d like to talk a little about some beautiful organic makeup from The Organic Skin Co. The Organic Skin Co is a makeup line produced for World Organics, a family run company from New Zealand. And common for all the products, is that the products are made with the aim of producing natural products of the highest quality, where the majority of the products are made from at least 70% organic ingredients. Here I'm putting a selection of products to the test...

Let's start with The Organic Skin Co The Luminous Liquid Foundation. This foundation comes in an easy to use pump bottle and the actual foundation is light and is easy to apply and blend into the skin. It gives the skin a medium coverage, easily covering minor pigmentation, blemishes and redness, while a concealer is required for my larger areas of pigmentation and dark circles under my eyes (both no doubt not made any better by being almost 38 weeks pregnant!)  And while the foundation gives the skin a medium coverage, it still manages to make my skin look very natural and give it a nice radiant glow, without looking to shimmery. It lasts quite well on my combination skin throughout the day without settling into fine lines or changing colour, and only requires a quick touch-up for by the afternoon, but that is pretty standard for my skin type. It has a slightly odd scent, which however quickly fades, but I put it down to not containing any artificial fragrances, but rather being chock full of organic antioxidants, oils and minerals that care for the skin as you wear it. Made with 72.95% organic ingredients.

 

Then there's The Organic Skin Co Sun Kissed Bronzer, which is a BB Bronzing cream that gives the skin a light, natural suntanned look with a nice healthy glow. The actual cream is like a bronze glittery cream and it is full of light-reflecting mica and mineral pearls that give the skin the glowing radiance. On its own it doesn’t give the skin much coverage, so I find it is best used on top of your usual foundation on certain areas of the face and decollete, as if used all over, I find that it can be a little too much. It is also very concentrated, so again, you only need to use the tiniest amount, but thanks to the nifty pump bottle, it is easy to dispense even a very small amount. The Bronzer has been enriched with cold pressed oils and as well as botanicals to help moisturise and condition the skin. Unlike the foundation, it has a beautiful scent of orange. It is made from 71.43% organic ingredients.

Next up is The Organic Skin Co Botanical Loose Mineral Foundation, which has been infused with botanicals including calendula and pomegranate to help regenerate and nourish the skin, as well as it includes kaolin clay that helps draw out impurities and absorb surface oils. The foundation is best applied with a large brush such as a kabuki brush. It only gives the skin a very light coverage, although you can build it up slightly where needed, while still looking very natural and soft look, and far from cakey or powdery like many other powder foundations. And it really does stay put all day, without settling into my fine lines and without the dreaded mid-afternoon, so no doubt the added kaolin clay does prove beneficial. In saying that, I would have loved it to have a slightly better coverage to cover my increasing pigmentation, and old acne scarring, so consequently I have instead been enjoying using it on top of the Luminous Foundation, which works wonders, and when applied first thing in the morning, it makes the foundation stay shine free all day too. Made from pure minerals and botanicals. Available in three shades plus a translucent.

The Organic Skin Co Cream Blush, is a soft cream blush is so quick and easy to use. You simply dab your finger tip into the jar and blend it into the apples of your cheeks for a natural flushed look, but while being cautious not to apply too much as it is quite pigmented. The cream blush has been made with pure minerals, organic cold pressed oils and extracts from calendula and pomegranate to not only nourish and care for your cheeks, but give them a natural radiant finish at the same time. I tried the shade Lotus, which is a rich berry shade, that in the pot looks quite large, but once blended onto the cheeks, it gives a natural pink look. The cream blush wears quite well during the day, without sliding or fading too much. I also found that the cream blush worked quite well as a lip stain, so you can simply wipe off any excess from your fingers onto your lips. And it feels quite comfortable to wear on the lips too, although the wear is naturally shorter. Made with 73% organic ingredients.

Next up is The Organic Skin Co Pressed Eye Shadow Palette. I tried this eye shadow palette in the shade Espresso love, which is as the name suggests a palette with brownish shades. It contains four matte shades, including off white, a pale dusty pink, a mauve as well as a dark chocolate brown shade. And all the shades complement each other perfectly, and can be used either individually on their own for a simply daytime look, or in any combination for the perfect smoky eye. The eye shadows have a soft and smooth consistency, and are easy to apply with an eyeshadow brush, with minimal fallout, and while they are quite pigmented so that you can build up the colours to be quite intense, you can also apply them lightly for just a sheer wash of colour. They also stay put, and don’t settle into fine lines during the day. Made with pure minerals and extracts. Available in four different colour combinations.

Finally, The Organic Skin Co Lipstick, are made with carnauba wax, which helps protect the lips, even when exposed to changes in temperatures, and are consequently they also very creamy and feel very nourishing and moisturising on the lips, and hence also extremely comfortable.   I tried the shades Summer Sands and Sahara. Summer Sands is a soft pale pink, with a touch of shimmery sheen, and it is the perfect shade for those who prefer a barely there nude shade, and perfect for casual everyday wear or if you want to downplay your lips!

The Sahara shade on the other hand is a warm red shade, again with a touch of subtle shimmer, and it is my favourite of the two shades – but only because I prefer to wear just a little more colour than the Summer Sands shade provide. I simply find that the Sahara shade works perfectly for me, whether is casual daytime wear, or a night out, giving my lips colour, but without being too bold!

Common for both shades is that they last a few hours on the lips, although the darker Sahara shade has a longer wear because of the darker pigments. I would have loved them to have a longer wear, on the other hand, I wouldn’t want to compromise on how lovely moisturising they feel on the lips, or that they are 100% natural and made with 70% organic ingredients, it really doesn’t get much better than that.

All the Organic Skin Co makeup products come in stunning packaging featuring dark brown plastic bottles and jars that are so heavy duty that you could mistake them for being made of glass. But what’s even more unique is that they are all featuring bamboo lids, which make then look absolutely stunning – and very appropriate for the natural and organic products.

Overall, I am really enjoying using all the products that I’ve tried as they are all lovely, but if I had to select a few favourites, it would have to be the Botanical Loose Mineral Foundation, the Cream blush, the Eyeshadow Palette and the Lipstick. – But in saying that I wouldn’t hesitate purchasing either of the products again or try some of the other products from the range, which also includes a lipgloss, individual eyeshadows, and a liquid eyeliner.


The Organic Skin Co The Luminous Liquid Foundation - RRP: $49 / 30ml
The Organic Skin Co Sun Kissed Bronzer - RRP: $47 / 30ml
The Organic Skin Co Botanical Loose Mineral Found - $42 / 6.5g
The Organic Skin Co Cream Blush - RRP: $30
The Organic Skin Co Pressed Eye Shadow Palette - RRP: $55 / 8g
The Organic Skin Co Lipstick - RRP: $31


All the Organic Skin Co products are available from World Organic 

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

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PRODUCT REVIEW: WANTABLE BEAUTY BOX JUNE 2014

One of the few beauty box subscriptions that ship internationally is the Wantable Box, and I really like that, as it is a fantastic way of trying out brands that you would otherwise not come across in Australia. Here are my thoughts on the *Wantable June 2014 box;

 

 

What They Say:

We create unique customer profiles by asking customers a series of product and personality questions. We then use this data to introduce customers to assortments of products perfectly suited to their personal taste. You get 4 to 5 full-size premium makeup products, hand-picked to perfectly match your preferences, valued at over US$80

RRP: US$36 per box if you subscribe, or US$40 for a one-time purchase – Available from Wantable

What I Say:

The Wantable box is based on the US, and they have three monthly box options available including  a makeup box, an accessory box and an intimates box, as well as they also from time to time have limited edition boxes. The Wantable boxes are a little more expensive than other beauty subscription boxes available in Australia, but it also claims to have products included at a higher total value.

As I have explained in my previous  Wantable reviews (you can check out my Feb 2014 review here) , is that they are very customised, and for each box you order, you go through the extensive customisation process, where you in the various categories select what you LOVE, LIKE and DISLIKE, and consequently Wantable promises to that you don’t end up with products you ‘DISLIKE’, but rather a box full of products you either ‘LIKE’ or ‘LOVE’ – so in other words, nothing but products you are actually excited about.

 

The only downside to the Wantable box being American is that they have opposite seasons to Australia – and so the June box has a summer theme with ‘everything you need to unleash your inner summertime goddess’. But in saying that, the particular products I got were not that summery, and I cannot see why you also cannot use them during winter.

This is what was in June Beauty Box:

Eleece Illuminous Hydrating Face Mask – Full Size/Qty 2 – (RRP: US$30)

 

 

These cloth masks contains coenzyme Q10 and damask callous rose extract which is to promote healing and fight free radicals and provide nourishment to the skin to repair sun damage, balance moisture levels and aid in clearing acne symptoms, as well as fight the signs of ageing by rehydrating the skin and deliver collagen. This is truly just what my skin needs, with signs of ageing, sun damage and pigmentation, and add to that that my skin has been crazy lately breaking out, so I cannot wait to put it to the test. Oh, I almost forgot – the masks came in the most gorgeous black organza bag, so cute!

 

Liberty Republic Nail Polish in Omen – Full Size - (RRP:US$14)

 

 

This brand is new to me, so I really don’t know what to expect, but the bright red shade is so lovely, and it is perfect for brightening up a dark and dull winters outfit. I love that the formula is 5-free, and hence free from chemical nasties. Having said that, the colour is similar to several others in my collection (I do love a classic red!) but there is really nothing exciting about it, so deep down, I would have preferred a different colour.

 

Glam Natural Mascara in Black – Full Size, 7g - RRP: US$28

 

 

You can never have too many black mascaras, and this one is paraben free and vegan, which does sound pretty good. I have sensitive eyes, so I am always a little concerned when I try out new mascara brands, but I do look forward to testing it out.

 

Cailyn Deluxe Mineral Blush in Peach Pink – Full Size – RRP: $30

 

 

Another brand that is new to me! This blush is absolutely gorgeous pinky peach shade with a tiny touch of shimmer. And I love that it has the attached ‘powder puff’ so it is easy apply on the go, especially seeing there is also a mirror on the lid. And if you prefer to use a blush brush, which admittedly I do, you can unscrew the lid, and use it like that too. Very excited about this one, so I can’t wait to try it out.

 

Skiin Instant Skin Tightener & Line Filler – Sample, 3ml

 

 

This is supposed to tighten and lift sagging skin and wrinkles in minutes, and used daily promises to help skin regain a radiant and younger appearance. This sounds pretty amazing and I do like forward to trying this out, as it sounds just what my again skin needs, I just hope the tiny sample is sufficient to actually start to see a difference.

So you go, those were the items in my June Wantable box. All up I am quite happy about the contents in this month’s box, four full-sized items and one sample, which I all look forward to trying out. I am quite excited about especially the Cailyn blush and the Eleece masks, and while the Glam Natural mascara and the Liberty Republic nail polish didn’t get me too excited, they are basic items that should be in any beauty collection, so they definitely won’t go to waste. I am also excited about the Skiin tightener, but just hope the tiny sample is big enough for a few uses so I can give it a proper try and verdict.

And as I have mentioned in previous Wantable reviews, it is important to note that I did not get any products that were on my DISLIKE list – rather I have ticked that I LOVE blushes, lash products and nail polish, and that I LIKE complexion products, so you can only applaud Wantable for fulfilling their promises.

The box contains 4 full-sized makeup products and one sample – all with a combined value of US$102 for just the US $40 that a once off box cost, which makes this box extremely good value! And as mentioned above, what I really love is getting introduced to some international brands that I would otherwise never have heard off, or even had access to.

What about you?? Tempted to sign up?

If you do sign up, feel free to use my link, which will earn me a couple of points/dollars towards future boxes.  

*This product was kindly provided for consideration, and it has been reviewed in accordance with my Disclosure Policy.

 

What do you think of this beauty box from Wantable? Tempted to sign up? Have you tried any of these products or brands before? Or maybe you are subscribed to other beauty boxes? And as always, if you’d like reviews of any of the products, do let me know in the comments below.

BEST OF BLUSHES

With a teething baby, I cannot remember the last time I got a full night’s sleep without any interruptions, so as a consequence I feel I am often looking tired and washed out – and one of those makeup products sure to make me look a little ‘fresher’ in an instant is a blush. In other words, I simply couldn’t live without one, and hence has a selection of different ones depending on my mood and occasion..

 

 

ELES Mineral Blush in Mixed Berries

 

I have previously reviewed the ELES Mineral Blush in Coral Sun, and it remains one of my all time favourite blushes. But one in Mixed Berries, which is, as the name suggests a darker shade, is so on-trend, and perfect for winter look. Normally I would not go for a blush that looks so dark in the pan, but the colour has surprised me. While it is extremely pigmented so you have to apply it with a very light hand, you can of course also get just a touch of colour, but just adding the tiniest amount of blush to your brush. It is long wearing, and doesn’t slide or fade during the day. I love that it contains absolutely no chemical nasties, but rather it cares for your skin, containing vitamins A, E and C to condition and protect the skin.

RRP: $39.50 (3.4g) – Available from ELES Cosmetics

 

Clinique Blushing Blush in Precious Posy

 

With combination skin, prone to shine by the afternoon, I don’t like too shimmery products as I feel it makes my skin look even greasier – but this blush has just the right amount of sheen to still give you a nice glowing look. It has a lovely peachy-pink shade that brightens up your face and makes you look fresh and like you’ve just had 8 hours of un-disturbed beauty sleep (I wish). And it simply stays put until you take it off again, and I love that it is oil-free so it won’t make my skin break out. It is very pigmented, so you can add just a touch of colour or build it up to a more intense look – which is so easy to do with the soft angled sculpting blush brush that comes with the blusher.

RRP: $49 (6g) –Available from Clinique

 

Nvey Eco Powder Blush in 957

This blush from Nvey Eco is another one of my go to blushes, and the palest one in my line-up today (check out my initial review here). I simply love the product is certified organic and the products are paraben free and made without talc, synthetic fragrances or chemical nasties. The pale dusty rose and is perfect for pale skin and during winter, and it has a tiny touch of shimmer to give you a nice sheen – it is just perfect for those days when you want a subtle natural look. And being dusty rose colour, it is perfect to use as an Eyeshadow too.

RRP: $29 (2.5g) – Available from Nvey Eco

The Powder Blushes from Left to Right:
Nvey Eco, Clinique and ELES

Swatches (non-blended) of the Powder Blushes from Left to Right:
Nvey Eco, Clinique and ELES

Clinique Blushwear Cream Stick in Peachy Blush

 

If you are more for a cream blush, you cannot go past the Clinique Blushwear Cream Stick in Peachy Blush. This stick goes on like a cream but transforms into a powder as you blend it onto your skin. The wind-up stick is easy to use and I like to dab on a little onto my cheeks with the stick, and then blend it out with my fingers. And the result is so lovely, giving my cheeks a nice natural flushed look, so perfect for those casual days when you don’t want to look too made up. And while the stick is easy to pop into your handbag without fearing it will spill, there is no need, as it simply stays put all day!

RRP: $43 (6g) – Available from Clinique 

Jane Iredale In Touch Cream Blush in Charisma

 

Don’t be fooled by what looks to be a very dark colour, as Charisma is a burgundy shade that looks very dark in the stick, yet it blends to a lovely sheer and natural look. This tiny blush stick has a lovely cocoa scent and is full of high quality and very concentrated creamy blush, so you only need a small sweep for a dewy radiant glow. It goes on like a dream and is so easy to blend with your fingers – and as it is so small, it is perfect for the handbag too if you’re on the go, - and then it’s perfect to use on your lips too – and regardless if you use on your cheeks or your lips, it is very long lasting.

RRP: $48 – Available from Adore Beauty
 

The Cream Blushes from Left to Right:
Clinique and Jane Iredale

Swatches (non-blended) of the Cream Blushes from Left to Right:
Clinique and Jane Iredale

Mineralogie Blush in Pink Sand

 

If you are more for loose mineral pigments, you cannot go past the Mineralogie Blush in Pink Sand. The slightly shimmering blush in Pink Sand is a beautiful dusty pink shade that will brighten your complexion and give you a nice healthy glow, while looking very natural. It is so easy to use and blends like a dream with a soft blush brush. I love that it has been formulated with vitamins E and A to help sooth and protect the skin, and it doesn’t contain talc, starch, perfume or dyes so it is very gentle on the skin. And as a bonus it can also be used as any Eyeshadow.

RRP: $39.95 (3g) – Available from Mineralogie 

 

Vani-T Powder Blush in Tibetan Ochre

 

I have previously reviewed this mineral blush from Vani-T (which you can see here), but thought it was worth a second mention too as it is still one of my favourites. The warm rose colour is shimmery, but again, has just the right amount of shimmer to give you a radiant and healthy glow without being over the top. It is easy to blend, and just as easy to build up in colour if desired. And I love that it is free from all the chemical nasties. And how gorgeous is the square jar that looks like it has a massive diamond on top!

RRP: 40.95 (8g) – Available from Vani-T

The Loose Pigment Mineral Blushes from Left to Right:
Mineralogie and Vani-T

Swatches (nob-blended) Loose Pigment Mineral Blushes from Left to Right:
Mineralogie and Vani-T

Estee Lauder Pure Color Cheek Rush in Techno Jam

 

Finally, if you prefer a tint, you’ll love this light water-based gel from Estee Lauder. I have also previously reviewed this one (see my review here), but again one that continues to be a favourite of mine. It is so light, and so extremely pigmented that you just need a few drops on the apples of your cheeks for that perfect ‘pinched cheeks’ and flushed look that stays put throughout the day.

But I have to warn you, because it is so pigmented you have to work fast to blend it, or it will come up very dark (and stain your fingers too), but it is all worth it. I also love using it as a lip stain, for natural ‘just bitten’ lips!

RRP: $60 (8g) – Available from Estee Lauder

 

Estee Lauder tint - non-blended

Estee Lauder tint - blended - and if you look closely, you can
see the little darker 'dot' from the picture above, as I obviously
 took too long blending it out while I was taking photos..

So there you have it – a selection of blushes, and something for everyone from light to dark shades in and textures, from standard powder, to loose pigments, cream and tint. So which one is my favourite one, you might ask? And I honestly couldn’t pick one over another, as I love them all, and that you with this line-up can achieve just the look you’re after, be it a barely there flushed cheek to a more intense look for a night out.

*This product was kindly provided for consideration, and it has been reviewed in accordance with my Disclosure Policy.

 

What do you think of these blushes? Tried any of them? What type or blush do you prefer?

Product Review: ELES Mineral Makeup - Mineral Blush in Coral Sun

Having to get up in the middle of the night to feed our 10 week old son, means that I am a little sleep deprived no longer getting my 7-8 hours of solid beauty sleep. That means that I am often looking a little pale and tired, and that’s when a good blush makes all the difference, giving me a little colour to my face making me look fresher and more awake. Here are my thoughts on the *ELES Mineral Makeup Mineral Blush in the colour Coral Sun;

 

What They Say: 

"Satin-like formula floats over skin creating a healthy glow. Luxurious and long wearing finish brushes on easily without streaking or need for blending."

RRP: $39.50 (3.4g) – Available from ELES Mineral Makeup


What I Say:

This is the first makeup product that I am trying from ELES, and consequently, as I always do, I decided to do a little research into the brand.

ELES is mineral makeup free of heavy fillers and pore-clogging ingredients. The skin-safe formulas contain no chemical ‘nasties’ or potential irritants, such as fragrance, talc, oil and dyes. The products contain added natural ingredients such as Vitamins A, C and E, Ginkgo Biloba, Ginseng, Aloe and Chamomile enrich the skin and give anti-oxidant protection, as well as titanium, zinc, magnesium and aluminum that naturally relax, refresh and rejuvenate the skin.

The ELES Blush in the colour Coral Sun is as the name suggests coral coloured, like a peachy pink. It is so easy to apply and blend with a blush brush, and while you can apply it sheer for just a touch of blush and very natural look, it is also so pigmented that you can also build up the colour for a more intense look. It is a little shimmery, but only slightly, which personally I like and find more suitable for combination skin such as mine, as if using too shimmery products it can easily make your skin look shinier and hence even greasier than it really is.

And the pigments and the quality of this blush is so high, that I can apply this in the morning, and even on my combination skin, by the end of the day it still stays put without sliding or fading.

The actual ELES blush comes in a small round silver compact with a clear lid so you can clearly see the colour of the blush. It doesn’t come with a mirror, or a brush, which some may see as a negative, but I have to say that don’t mind first of all because I never add blush on the go anyway, and secondly, as I always prefer to use my own better quality brushes than the ones provided anyway! And being so small and compact it doesn’t take up much room in my over-flowing cosmetic bag either!!


What I like: 

• That it is made from mineral with no added chemical nasties
• It gives a natural flushed look which can easily be built up
• It stays put all day without fading

 

What I Don’t Like

 

• That it is a little pricey for such a small blush that doesn’t come with a mirror or brush (which again I really don’t mind as I prefer using my own brushes anyway).

 

All in all I am really liking this blush, and I’ve found myself reaching for it again and again over the last month, so I will be very sad when I see the bottom of the pan. I will definitely consider purchasing this, and look into to other products in the ELES product range.

 

*This product was kindly provided for consideration, and has been reviewed in accordance with my Disclosure Policy.

 

 

Have you tried any of the makeup products from ELES? Do you use mineral makeup? What’s your preferred blush?

 

Product Review: Jane Iredale Rose Dawn Bronzer

Spending even less time outdoors this summer as I due to being pregnant simply couldn’t stand the very hot weather we’ve had here in Melbourne, means that I’ve not had the usual summer glow. And that’s when I’ve been relying on a good bronzer. Here are my thought on the *Jane Iredale Rose Dawn Bronzer;

 

What They Say:

"This quad of golden bronze and copper-toned shades can be used on eyes, on cheeks or as an all-over highlighter. The gentle shimmer comes from 24-karat food-grade gold flakes and gives a natural, subtle glow to the complexion. Free of FD&C dyes and irritants."

 

RRP: $90.00 – Available from Adore Beauty, Skin Matrix and RY

What I Say:

I have previously tried the Jane Iredale PureGloss, and the Jane Iredale Liquid Minerals, and as I absolutely loved both, I was so excited to be trying the Rose Dawn Bronzer. And I was instantly impressed with the Jane Iredale Rose Dawn Bronzer, it just looks so gorgeous, that I almost didn’t want to use it!!

The Rose Dawn bronzer contains four different colours from a pale pink, a feminine pink to a plum and a bronze colour. The combination of colours means that the powder doubles as a blusher and highlighter, as well as each colour can be used individually on eyes, lips or cheeks, or of course the colours can be used combined for an all-over sheen.

The four colours blend together to help even out the skin tone and give it a nice glow, and the pink colour adds subtle colour and radiance to the skin - For an extra touch of color, you can sweep brush over the pink colour only and just apply on your cheeks as a highlighter.

Like the rest of the Jane Iredale product range, the Rose Dawn Bronzer is made from high quality pure minerals that are suitable for all skin types, including those with super sensitive skin. The bronzer is very light weight, and the pigments are so finely milled that it blends easily, and feels comfortable to wear, as well as it looks natural on the skin, giving the skin such a nice sheen.

And as most other mineral makeup products, it is easy to build up coverage, while still looking natural and not ‘caked on’.

The powder has a good staying powder, and using it on top of my normal foundation, tinted day cream or BB cream, and it also worked as a setting powder, with little touch ups required during the day.

The Rose Dawn Bronzer comes in a gorgeous round gold metallic compact, with a screw lid. It doesn’t come with any brushes, which some may find a negative, but as I have my own makeup brushes that I would probably use anyway, I don’t mind that there is no brush!

 

 

It retails for $90.00, so I have to say that it is one of the more expensive makeup items that I have ever tried. But the compact not only looks so luxurious, the bronzer also feels so amazing to wear, and is such an amazing multi-tasking product, that you can use it all over your face, - suitable for both eyes, cheeks and face as well as you can use it on your lips with a touch of clear gloss on top – and hence, I feel that this is really worth it’s high price tag, and so love this bronzer that I’ll be crying the day I hit the pan!

*This product was kindly provided for consideration, and it has been reviewed in accordance with my Disclosure Policy.

 

Have you ever tried any of the makeup from Jane Iredale? Do you like mineral makeup? And do you use any multi-tasking makeup products?


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Product Review: Jane Iredale Liquid Minerals

With my skin having been clearer than ever during my pregnancy, I have increasingly swapped my otherwise full-coverage foundations for lighter options giving a sheerer and more natural looking finish. Here are my thoughts on the *Jane Iredale Liquid Minerals;

 

What They Say:

"Liquid Minerals™ makes skin look more youthful, diminishes the appearance of lines and wrinkles, minimizes pores, evens out skin tone and adheres so well there is minimal transference
The beads or spheres visible in the airless pump are actually liposomes entrapping liposomes. This state-of-the-art technology encapsulates large amounts of active ingredients, which are then time-released on to the skin."

RRP: $86 – Available from Active Skin and Adore Beauty

What I Say:

I have previously tried the Jane Iredale PureGloss, which I really loved, so naturally I was excited to also trial the Liquid Minerals, as well as I had pretty high hopes for it. Also because it retails at $86, which I have to say is the most expensive foundation I have ever tried – at that price it surely has be good!!

Jane Iredale introduced her unique skin care makeup line in May of 1994. It was the first full makeup line on the market to offer not just colour enhancement but also benefits to the skin. The products are based on micronized minerals and are made without fillers and binders, such as talc and mineral oil) and without chemical dyes or preservatives – which is just music to my ears!

At first look the Liquid Minerals look very impressive. It comes in a clear pump bottle with a gold base and a god pump. And inside the clear cylinder you can see the different coloured beads floating around in a clear gel made from aloe vera, lavender floral water and vegetable glycerin.

The beads are actually liposomes which entrapping large amounts of active ingredients, which are then time-released onto the skin. This controlled and sustained release into the epidermis increases delivery by up to 40%. The beads contain minerals, as well as other ingredients including L-Sodium hyaluronate acid, olive squalene, seaweed lipids as well as coenzyme Q10, vitamin C, vitamin K, willow bark extract, camomile, calendula and seaweeds!

This has the benefits of diminishing the appearance of lines and wrinkles, minimizing enlarged pores while evening skin tone, and providing lightweight, comfortable coverage.

When pumping out the foundation, the beads and the gel are mixed into a mousse. And applying this mouse foundation took a little getting used to as it was like it was beading and separating on my skin – however this is described as the liposomes breaking down with the help of the heat of the skin, massaging it in, it is quickly absorbed. After a few goes I discovered that mixing the foundation well on your hand before applying, made it a lot easier and quicker too.

The mousse texture

The instructions do recommend applying the foundation with a brush, however after trying using both a brush and my fingers, I found that I preferred using my fingers.

 

The separating foundation.
(And yeah, clearly got too much on my hand to cover the small area!)

The foundation blended

 

Because of the foundation turning into a mousse when pumped out, it feels incredibly light on the skin. It gives light almost invisible coverage, so it is so natural looking, yet at the same time it still evens out the skin tone well, and hides minor flaws, redness and dark spots.

The foundation can easily be built up a little, for a slightly better medium coverage. And in spite of the light coverage, and I have to cover darker spots with a concealer, my skin simply looks fantastic. It is radiant and glowing.

And although I have combination skin, and foundations usually start to slide off by lunchtime, the Liquid Minerals stays put all day, without settling into fine lines, changing colour or getting too shiny.

The foundation has a light scent of aloe vera, which is pleasant and which quickly fades once absorbed into the skin.

I tried the Liquid Minerals in shade Light Beige, which was a perfect match for my medium beige skin tone. The foundation comes in 12 colours, which should be sufficient for everyone to find their match.

After using the foundation for a couple of days, I started noticing that when I removed my makeup at night, my skin felt incredibly moisturised, soft and smooth, almost as if I had just removed a moisturising treatment mask.

All in all, this is an amazing foundation. I’ve never tried anything like it. It is not only very comfortable to wear, make my skin look great, it is also caring for my skin at the same time. It really is both makeup and skincare in one, and therefore I find that it is absolutely worth its price tag!

*This product was kindly provided for consideration, and it has been reviewed in accordance with my Disclosure Policy.

 

Have you tried any of the products from Jane Iredale? Have you tried a liquid mineral foundation? Which foundation is your favourite?