March 8th 2012

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Mirenesse tight liner in Sapphire Blue

My least favourite thing to do is applying liquid liner, but it has to be done. With clients, I like to use an angled brush, but for myself, I would prefer to use the calligraphic pens which allow you to apply the liner like a pen to paper. What I like about this particular liner was the tip, and how it was thin and fine which helped to give you that perfect flick at the end. The colour was also quite strong with just one swipe. Usually I would have to go over it to get that strong colour I needed with other liquid liners.

Caroline’s tip: For that perfect flick at the end, aim the point up towards the end of your brows.

SMELL

Christian Audigier Ed Hardy – Love Kills Slowly perfume

This was actually the very first perfume I ever purchased. Before it, I used to be into all the spray scents like Impulse and Evoke. When I took my first sniff of this perfume, I loved it. The scent took me on a journey. It had that warmth with the vanilla essence followed by a mixture of rose petals and a slight fruity smell, but it was very thick. Thick in the sense that it can be quite overpowering as the musk throughout the perfume can be quite strong and if you’re not big on those musky smells, I wouldn’t recommend it as the musk is the last thing you smell and definitely lingers through your nose. 

FEEL

Facial exfoliator sponge

No particular brand, I just purchased this at target for $3 for 2 pieces, but it doesn’t matter what you use as long as the sponge is slightly rough. Exfoliating is great! You should definitely be exfoliating two to three times a week with your foam or gel cleanser or if you’ve purchased those scrubs with the beads in them, they’re great too. With exfoliating, you might not think too much of it, but it really helps to lift the dirt and oil in your pores whilst also minimizing the size of them too. After every exfoliation you can always see the difference. Just top it off with your moisturiser.

March 1st 2012

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Shiseido accentuating powder blush in B2

Blushes can do so much, they always seem to give you that pop of colour your face needs to brighten up your look. With its angled brush, the powder is easily applied to give you that nice soft colour, like a natural blush. It contains little hints of glitter which I think works really well to help you get that glow. The only thing is it’s not as long lasting and touch ups are required.

Caroline’s tip: On cold, winter days, I like to apply the tiniest bit of powder blush on the tip of my nose.

SMELL

Elizabeth Arden Green Tea scent spray

If you want something refreshing with a light feel to it, then you need to try this perfume out. Not only is it inexpensive it’s one of those classic smells that isn’t too overpowering. It’s simple, it’s fresh and has been around for quite some time now, so this scent must be doing something right to last this long.

FEEL

Lete Manicure nailpolish

I love nailpoish and I’ve tried almost every colour available. Sadly, the wholesaler I go to no longer stock this brand which is a shame, because it was $5 for 15mL and there were so many colours I hadn’t purchased. Although not a popular brand, I was surprised with the durability of it.  With inexpensive nail polishes I find them to be a lot less thick in colour and I would need to apply about 3 coats. With this one I found 2 coats was enough, sometimes one was fine and a top coat after. It lasted me about a good 5 to 6 days before it started to fade. I love it and if anybody knows where I can find it, let me know!

Caroline’s tip: Always use a base coat when applying nalipolish, it prevents your nails from staining and lasts just that bit longer.

February 2012

past product of  the month

I’m officially in love with this perfume! I love trying out new perfumes and whenever I finish one I buy something completely different, but as for D&G 3 L’imperatrice, this is definitely one I will keep on buying. There are so many perfumes out there where you get over the smell after a while, but not this one.

Just one spray leaves you feeling very elegant and with a mixture of smells from a bit of watermelon and kiwi to a bunch of rose petals and a kick of sandalwood and jasmine, it really does leave a lasting impression and make heads turn.

As this perfume is part of a collection it isn’t available in any smaller sizes just one (100mL), but I have been hearing that they are thinking about discontinuing this smell, hopefully not though, as it is a really feminine and sweet smell which I believe a lot of ladies out there will like.

So if you don’t have it or haven’t tested it yet, go out there and have a sniff and enjoy it while it lasts.

February 23rd 2012

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The Body Shop Brow & Lash gel

I first discovered this when I was over at a friend’s place and she could not stop talking about how much she loved it.

The brow and lash gel helps to lengthen your eyelashes after you’ve applied your coat of mascara and also helps your eyebrows to stay set in place without worrying about any stray hairs. I tried it both ways, and I didn't like applying this gel to my eyes as the fumes would make my eyes teary, however as a brow gel it was fantastic. It really helped to define my brows, and tame them as well.

SMELL

Loud for Her by Tommy Hilfiger

I love the look of this whole perfume and the smell is amazing. This is a duo fragrance, so one for him and one for her. 

This smell is a lot more floral with the scent of roses being more dominant. I found this to be one of the more simple yet effective perfumes out there. 

A very pleasant and relaxing smell. 

FEEL

Beauty Mineral Nail Buffer

I’m sure more than one of you have been approached by one of the Beauty Mineral Staff whilst shopping, and although you may run, think about it after you read this.

Instead of paying to get a manicure, what about an instant mani and pedi at home? With this nail buffer, there are 3 steps, smooth, buff and polish. Unlike most nail files they don’t treat your whole nail, just the tips and I found after using this, it left my nails with a smooth surface and a natural shine right after, making them look clean and healthy.

February 2nd 2012

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Missha The Style Dual Eye tip in Violet

If you haven’t heard of Missha, it’s a Korean brand that focuses on providing everything from makeup to skincare and fragrances. The Dual Eye tip is great for those quick touch ups where you’re eyeliner has smudged or eyeshadow is barely visible anymore. On one end you have your eyeliner which does contain glitter so not the best to use on your waterline and on the other your eyeshadow that has a sponge tip applicator where you simply dip into the cap and apply the shadow to the eyes, this is especially great for dabbing the shimmer on the inner corner of your eyes.

Smell

Wonderstruck by Taylor Swift

I love when celebrities create their own fragrances and when smelling Wonderstruck I found it to be very warm at heart. It made me feel calm. Although it does have a sort of fruity smell to it, the vanilla essence is quite endearing. You can definitely smell a hint of sandalwood which I felt went really nicely with the other smells that made up this fragrance.

Feel

NAK dry klean dry shampoo

You just got back from work, you’re already running late and your hair feels so gross that you need to wash it, but if you do you’ll never make it out of the house.

Dry shampoos are great for all you busy bees out there. I’ve heard all the fuss about dry shampoos so I tried it myself and ladies, it works! It saves you heaps of time as it is a weightless powder simply sprayed onto the roots of your hair and leaves your scalp feeling clean, refreshed and oil free. Formulated with Apricot Kernel Oil, it helps to soften and moisturize your hair and also absorbs any excess oil.

January 12th 2012

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RIMMEL LONDON bronzing compact powder in medium matte

Bronzers are great especially for contouring! I’m not a big fan of using bronzer as an all over powder on the face but for defining those cheekbones this product works a treat. That and it sits really nicely on fair to medium skin tones. Just don’t forget to blend the edges.

SMELL

DKNY Be Delicious Fresh Blossom

This is my everyday perfume at the moment.  Just one spray leaves you smelling so sweet like roses and jasmine. It has a very light feel to it, very feminine. That and the bottle is cute too, like a little apple.

FEEL

Pod liquid manicure puraceuticals

I recently got given this product as a gift, and I LOVE IT! If you don’t know what it is, it basically exfoliates and cleanses your hands. It doesn’t smell as great but it definitely leaves your hands feeling moisturized, nourished and really soft.