Benefit Custom Makeup Kit

Wednesday, 4 December 2013

Benefit Cosmetics has came up with a custom makeup kit system which is exclusive to their website! Basically they offer you a variety of items ranging from face to cheek to eye products plus a free gift and you can choose one item from each category. It retails for $79 dollars which I think is an amazing price for a variety of products.
 I chose the Some-Kind-Of-Gorgeous foundation in Medium, Fake Up Creaseless Concealer in Medium, boxed powder blush in Rockateur and a Hydra-Smooth Lip Colour in Air Kiss. It also comes with the free makeup bag (which I adore) and also you can choose 2 samples (such as, Stay Don't Stray, POREfessional etc.)
I first used the Some-Kind-Of-Gorgeous foundation when I purchased my 'Primping with the Stars' kit which you can read my review here. I really love this foundation because it's easy to apply, creates a flawless canvas, semi-matte finish, blendable and buildable. I can't wait to try out this product with my new Beauty Blender! If you guys are looking for something lightweight with coverage, I recommend this product instead of the Hello Flawless Oxygen foundation.
 I've never tried nor tested this product in stores but from reading reviews and watching YouTuber's talk about this product, I was interested in picking up this concealer for my under eye area which can sometimes get dry. I can't say much about it now because I haven't tried it yet but if you guys want a review on it then I will gladly do one for you guys! And by the way, the packaging is superb!
You guys .. I have wanted the Dandelion boxed blush but when I found out that they offered the Rockateur blush in this kit, I had to get it straight away! At first glance, it's a beautiful deep rose blush with gold shimmer and it appears like that when swatched as well. I loved the embossed design in the blush, it adds so much character but the problem is, I don't wanna touch it because it will get ruined! Another plus is that it smells like roses, I love Benefit's blush scents. If you guys haven't smelt it, I suggest you go and smell it now!
Last but not least is the Hydra-Smooth Lip Colour in Air Kiss which is a beautiful rosy pink lip balm (in my opinion it feels like a lip balm). I'm loving this colour, it suits my skin tone and it's wearable for everyday. I also love the packaging for this product as well, it's innovative, fun and cute which is my style!

That's the end of my post my lovelies! I hope you enjoyed reading and got a little more insight on the Custom Makeup Kit from Benefit. I've been eyeing it for awhile and decided to take the plunge and thought I could spoil myself to some new products. This was my first time ordering with Benefit and I can safely say that they had an easy check out system, shipped out quickly (it arrived at my house within 2 weeks) and packaged neatly. Benefit Cosmetics in Australia is on the pricey side so I think this custom kit has really saved my wallet haha. There are so much more choices than this so please take a look at their website if you're interested in a particular item. I would totally recommend this to people who are new to Benefit Cosmetics or has been a long lover of them because it's just a great addition to anyones makeup collection.

Do you have this kit as well? Comment down below what you chose! If you're interested in this kit, tell me down below what you would choose! 

Priceline 40% OFF Cosmetics | Haul

Monday, 25 November 2013

Long time no blog, guys! I hope you've all been well. I'm very well behind in sharing what I bought during Priceline's 40% off sale but hey, better late than never right? Priceline is killing my wallet with their amazing 40% off sales, I love it! Let's jump straight into it.
Lucas Papaw Ointment |
This wasn't actually on sale but I knew I needed to pick up another one since I was running low! I've repurchased this time and time again and still lives up to its claims, I really recommend this ointment if you suffer from burns, cuts or dry skin!

Maybelline 'the COLOSSAL' Mascara |
This is my first time trying this mascara after hearing my cousin talk about it. It has a bent wand (which I love, similar to Covergirl Clump Crusher wand but instead with fibre bristles) and is also waterproof which keeps my curl nice and up all day! I feel as if the formula is a little bit wet when applied but dries quickly and has a decent staying power.

Niver Lip Balms in 'Chamomile and Calendula' and 'SPF 30' |
My favourite lip balm of all time is the Chamomile and Calendula, I've bought it countless times and it is literally my holy grail item. I also picked up the SPF 30 lip balm as well as Summer is slowly around the corner in Australia and I want to keep my body, face and lips protected! I do notice that it leaves a very white cast (just like when you apply sun screen to your body) on the lips which I think is a little weird but interesting!

L'Oreal True Match Power in 'W3' |
I've heard all about this famous setting powder around the blogosphere and on YouTube so I decided to pick one up to use in conjunction with my True Match foundation. I've been using this for a few days now I can safely say that I am really enjoying the coverage and texture of this powder. It's been finely milled and has a lot of colour payoff!

Face of Australia Loose Setting Powder |
Last but not least, a famous setting powder which has been recommended by the beautiful Lauren Curtis from Lauren Beauty in almost all of her videos! I've never tried anything from Face of Australia so I'm hoping this will make a great first impression! I can't wait to use it.

Apart from the Priceline sale, I also picked up the Shu Uemura eyelash curler and guys, I absolutely recommend this eyelash curler because it is amazing! It curls my short, asian lashes beautifully! I picked it up at David Jones in Chadstone for $29, best investment ever!
What did you pick up from the Priceline sale? Comment down below with your haul or what you bought!

Rimmel Stay Matte Liquid Mousse Foundation | Review

Wednesday, 20 November 2013

Rimmel Stay Matte Mousse Foundation | Review 
Hey friends, I'm back to do a review on another foundation! I've been trying out the new Stay Matte Mousse Foundation for several weeks now and finally I can give you my honest opinion on it. If you guys haven't seen this foundation in stores yet, it's now available at Priceline and Chemist Warehouse. I picked it up at Chemist Warehouse when it was first released which retailed for $7.97. My shade is in 200 Soft Beige, just in case you guys were wondering.
Let's talk about the packaging, it's quite simple, nothing out of the ordinary. A basic squeeze tube with a screw off cap; easy to dispense product and can control how much you want to dispense. Not as handy as a pump but it's better than nothing! Onto the actual formula .. I haven't tried their original Stay Matte Foundation so I don't really have anything to compare it to but I would say it lives up to what it claims on their website and bottle. 

Wishlist | November 2013

Wednesday, 13 November 2013

Hey there bloggers, I hope you're well! I thought I would share my current wish list with you guys cause let's be honest, I think everyone has a wish list in mind for the upcoming holiday! These are just a few things I've thought about treating myself to right now but not quite sure because they're a little more on the expensive side, but hey, a girl can dream!
1. Tilkah 'Marguerite Tote' -
A beautifully designed tote bag that can fit all my essentials and looks chic at the same time. On the website it's described to have '.. three large compartments, front zipper section under the flap and adorned with chic gold hardware.' Although it looks kind of simple, that's what attracted me to it, and also it's colour and design can go with any outfit.
2. Tarte 'Take Off the Cuff' Blush Palette' -
I love love love the look of this palette, I've never owned anything from Tarte but I've heard amazing things about their Amazonian blushes and how long lasting they are so I'm really interested in this palette but of course, it's so hard to find and access Tarte in Australia!
3. Laura Mercier 'Shimmer Bloc' -
Amazing pigmentation with this product, a little swipe gave me so much product! I fell in love at first sight, although I have my MAC's Soft and Gentle, this highlight is a must have in my opinion!
4. Laura Mercier 'Artist's Palette' -
I am in love with the shades in this palette because they're soft and neutral, perfect for everyday wear. Although I already have the Naked 2 and the Nude Tude palette, I definitely plan to invest in this gorgeous palette.
5. Hourglass 'Ambient Lighting Palette' -
I can't tell you enough how much I would love this palette! I swatched I believe Dim Light(?) in stores and fell in love, it's so beautiful and I love the finish. One day!

Comment down below telling me what's on your wishlist!

Sephora, MAC and Victoria Secret | Haul

Monday, 11 November 2013

Hi everyone, long time no see! Welcome back to my blog :)
My cousin recently went to America and I gave him (yes him!) a list of beauty products to buy from Sephora and MAC since there are so many products that aren't available in Australia and at a cheaper price. My total order came to $170 which is pretty cheap in my opinion, if I was to buy it here in Australia, it would be double the price. I picked up:
  1. MAC Lipstick in 'Creme De Nude'
  2. MAC Lipstick in 'Faux'
  3. MAC Mineralize Skin Finish in 'Soft and Gentle'
  4. MAC Blush in 'Desert Rose'
  5. Beauty Blender 
There were a few other items such as the Lorac Pro Palette and Shiseido Eyelash Curler but they've been out of stock for awhile since everyone is such a big fan of them! 

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