Bagful of updates
Sally Hansen, take me back to Sesame Street
There’s nothing wrong with a little bit of whimsy, especially when it comes to nails — you should never take your nails seriously, except when it comes to care, of course. Sally Hansen released Fuzzy Coat for the nail art-challenged and even the glitter bar lovers. Fuzzy Coat can be worn several ways, All Lacquered [Read On]
Beamed down from another galaxy: BY TERRY Ombre Blackstar “Color-Fix” Cream Eyeshadow
My eyes popped out after sneaking a peek at the price tag. With the myriad of eyeshadow pencil options out there, what could possibly warrant the $62.00 price tag? Well, once the colour is applied, it refuses to budge. However, with its unbudginess (official makeup geek speak here) your window for blending is very slim [Read On]
Boxed up beauty: Violet Box
Of the three beauty subscription boxes I’ve checked out in the past two years, Violet Box happens to be my favourite. Violet Box launched two months ago in a market littered with too many options. How can you be guaranteed you’re getting what you’ve paid for? Will you eventually grow tired of receiving mediocre samples [Read On]
The gods smiled upon me with their latest revelation
Is it a cream, a powder or both? These pressing thoughts jumped about in my mind as my index finger swept across the pan. Chanel’s Le Blush Creme de Chanel in Revelation, along with five other shades, is both. Chanel’s latest creation delivers a wash of colour to your cheeks — up the amperage by [Read On]
Beauty Radar: August 2013
I can’t wait to get my paws on a lot of things, but here are a few items I really can’t wait to check out in person. Marc Jacobs Style Eye-Con No.7 – Plush Shadow in The Starlet. His inspiration makes this launch even more appealing (IMHO). NARS Velvet Matte Lip Pencil in Mysterious Red. Matte [Read On]
Today’s swatch: By Terry’s Ombre Blackstar Color-Fix Cream Eyeshadow in Misty Rock and Frozen Quartz
Quiet. Unassuming. Impenetrable. By Terry’s Ombre Blackstar Color-Fix Cream Eyeshadow puts other eyeshadow sticks to shame. Review will be out soon!
Kiss split ends goodbye with Garnier Fructis’ Goodbye Damage and enter to win!
Summoned, sentenced and forced to confess my hair crimes. Could I turn back the hands of time and reverse the undue damage caused from heat styling my hair on an almost daily basis? On the evening of my sentencing I was released for time served under one condition, to show my hair a bit of [Read On]
A glimpse at the lips: Laura Mercier’s Rouge Nouveau Weightless Lip Colour in Sexy
My only criteria for picking this particular Laura Mercier product was anything goes. I’ve never personally tried anything by Laura Mercier, nor do I have a good reason as to why this very brand has eluded me for so long. Rouge Nouveau Weightless Colour is a new lipstick range featuring three finishes, Matte, Creme and [Read On]
Testing out Dior’s Diorshow Fusion Mono Eyeshadow in Hypnotique
New collections have begun to creep in for Fall 2013. Tho, I’ve been told there’s only 37 days left before Spring is finally here (thank goodness). Dior has recently released Diorshow Fusion Mono Eyeshadow — a creamy formula which is insanely similar to Chanel’s Illusion D’ombre. Despite that, the similarities didn’t stop me from trying [Read On]
My current obsession: CND’s Vinylux
Skip the base coat, paint two layers of colour and seal your talons with CND’s specially formulated topcoat for high shine and longevity. What do you get in return? Minimal dry time Colour that lasts Refuses to chip After five days, you will notice minimal tip wear Removes easily with nail polish remover Concerned about [Read On]
Lit by candlelight: Hourglass Ambient Lighting Powder in Luminous Light
It started with Ethereal Light – I was left wanting to try the rest. Luminous Light gives your skin a golden glow; not the sort from wearing bronzer or self-tanner, but a “oh my, you’re skin is glowing.” From what I can remember from my lighting class I took in university, incandescent light is produced from [Read On]
Today’s swatch: Laura Mercier’s Rouge Nouveau Weightless Lip Colour in Sexy
At first glance, Sexy resembles Crayola’s ‘red’ crayon and the red ink in my Dad’s faded Marine tattoo. Currently testing, review to follow. Have you tried Laura’s latest lip creation? This is my first dip in the Mercier pond.
Gorman’s Unique New York Dress
Love the dress, hate the price tag. I saw this cute dress about a month ago on a sales gal, but didn’t give it much thought, because it’s leather. Where would I wear it and would it make me appear soft or hard? It’s currently on sale, so I made the horrible mistake of trying [Read On]
Coat your lashes with Kevyn Aucoin’s The Mascara Volume
I have a love/hate relationship with mascara — I love to wear it, but hate that it smudges, flakes, doesn’t do what it promises and stings my sensitive eyes. Over the last few years I’ve been a commitment-phobe with mascara, just when I think I’m on the brink of reaching salvation, something manages to disappoint [Read On]
Sunday Inspiration: InStyle July 2013
I took a mental image of this month’s InStyle magazine featuring the very beautiful Emily Blunt and tasked myself with the challenge of replicating her look. As far as I could tell Emily’s wearing minimal foundation — if you look close enough you can almost see her freckles. The key colours: Navy Aubergine Silver Pink [Read On]
On the horizon: my next handbag
So many bags, so little time. 1. Phillip Lim’s Scout Drawstring Hobo seems like a far better alternative to my most recent lemming. 2. Rennes’ Mini Château Duffle might be sold out, but I can still lust after it for a while. 3. Elizabeth and James Leather Hobo Bag is far more affordable than the Row’s [Read On]
Beauty in a tick: Gorgeous Cosmetics Cheek Creme in Strawberries & Cream
This miracle in a pot gives you colour in an instant. Gorgeous Cosmetics Cheek Creme in Strawberries & Cream is aptly named — it’s the moment when the creme melds with the macerated strawberries. Tasty, sweet and gives you a glow. It’s another, “I’ll have what she’s having” situation. My natural, sugarcoated flush can thank [Read On]
A few reasons why I love ELEVEN Australia’s Miracle Hair Treatment
1. It smells like coconuts, yum 2. Tames my frizzy, fine hair 3. So light, it doesn’t weigh your hair down 4. Makes my hair oh so shiny 5. Did I mention coconuts? 6. Made in Australia 7. Created by a super talented duo, think Batman and Robin 8. Has a built-in pump 9. Doesn’t [Read On]
A glimpse at the lips: Rimmel Apocalips Lip Lacquer a.k.a Show Off Lip Lacquer
If the world were to end tomorrow, what would you do? Phone a friend, start some trouble, shop ’til you drop, or even fly to some place you’ve only dreamt of visiting? I would dress up in my finest (lips included), gather up Scott, my family and a few close friends and we’d drink wine [Read On]