Nail Polish Update: Serena Glam Slam

Here is a sneak peek to two new Serena Glam Slam collections! The first one is Serena Williams' Glam Slam! England. Serena is back with two bold metallic shades with glittery overlays, fit for a queen! It celebrates the Wimbledon with two duos;

Grape...Set...Match and Servin' Up Sparkle

Your Royal Shine-ness and Servin' Up Sparkle

Grape...Set...Match

A metallic purple getting you in the mood for winning the match!

Servin' Up Sparkle
This shade is a shimmer-packed silver glitter perfect to serve in.

Your Royal Shine-ness

A metallic silver with charm and royalty!

The second collection is Serena Glam Slam! U.S. It's final collaboration between Serena Williams and OPI and doesn't lack sass or shine!

Love is a Racket and Pros and Bronze

Love is a Racket

A shimmering red; if love was a racket, this would be the colour of it!

 Pros and Bronze
A glittering bronze; there is no such thing as a con in tennis!

They will be available in leading salons and David Jones in August for $19.95 each!

Trilogy Review: Protecting and Nourishing

Another great product from Trilogy called Vital Moisturising Cream SPF 15. It gives you "daily nourishment and hydration with natural UV protection". If you haven't read my last Trilogy review, Trilogy is a fantastic skincare line that is all natural. The featured ingredients in this moisturiser is certified organic rosehip, marula and orange flower which makes it smell beautiful! It actually has quite a nice texture. The consistency of this product is not too thick or too thin and it is not greasy. I find this a great product as it contains SPF 15 because even when you are going to the shops or walking down the street you have that protection from the sun without feeling like you have greasy, oily sunscreen on. The moisturiser "firms and reduces the appearance of wrinkles, reveals beautifully soft, smooth healthy looking skin and is non-whitening natural UV protection". It evened out my skin tone and made me feel refreshed and ready to tackle on the day. I love this product and it should be in every one's beauty pantry!

Get the Look: Island/Beach

Another Get the Look for that "I'm going to the beach islander look"!

Finishing Spray:

The last thing you want at the beach is a make-up meltdown. Yikes!

Product to Try:

Australis Make-up Finishing Spritz

RRP: $14.95

You can find this at Priceline, Big W, Kmart, Target and pharmacies.

Tropical Palette:

The look is Island/Beach, so what screams out beach more than a tropical palette?

Product to Try:

CoverGirl 4 Kit Eyeshadow in Tropical Fusion

RRP: $13.95

You can find this at Target, Kmart, Big W, Priceline, Woolworths/Safeway, Coles and selected pharmacy outlets.

Beach Hair Spray:

Achieve the whole beach look with beachy curls to complete the package.

Product to Try:

L'Oreal Professionnel Play Ball Beach Frizz

RRP: $29

You can find this at L'Oreal Professionnel salons nation-wide.

Tan in a Can:

Look like you have been sitting in the sun without the damage!

Product to Try:

Le Tan Le Tan in Le Can

RRP: $14.99

You can find this at leading grocery stores, Priceline, Kmart and pharmacies.

Sunscreen:

You defintely need to stay sun safe with a sunscreen.

Product to Try:

Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch Lotion SPF 30+

RRP: $17.99

You can find this at leading supermarkets, variety stores and pharmacies.

Trilogy Review: Gentle and Effective

Moisturiser is important to anyone's skincare regime. But what if you have sensitive skin or want that gentle moisturising cream? Look no further than Trilogy Sensitive Skin Very Gently Moisturising Cream. Before I rave on about how good it is, I want to tell you a bit about the product. Trilogy is known for their great skincare line that is all natural. This product is fragrance free, alcohol free and dermatologist tested. Trust me, it doesn't smell putrid. This product has olive, chamomile and plant derived hyaluronic acid. The moisturiser is a bit thick which provides good coverage. The formula is really moisturising and gentle on your skin. It makes you feel refreshed and leaves your skin skin and soft. The bottle is quite sleek and good to keep around with you while you are out and about!

Organisation Series: Storing Lush Products

I love Lush a lot and had some trouble storing them. I used to keep them in a Lush bag beside my table but I found a way to store them.
Most of my products are soaps, body butters or massage bars etc. So I cut all of these up into three or four pieces. I bought a jar from Ikea and used glad wrap to cover the pieces. Then I placed all the pieces randomly and put the jar on my table. I cover the products with glad wrap because I don't want the scents to mix together and the Sandstone Soap will start smelling like Up You Gets Emotibomb. 

If you have bath melts or bath bombs, just wrap them in Glad Wrap and place them in; you don't need to cut them!

With my shower gels, shower jelly and lip scrub I have a white container which I put them in.
So that is how I store my Lush. Comment below and tell us how you store your Lush!

Facials, Facials, Facials: Review and Tips

I recently had a professional facial from the Beauty Room at Short and Curly and talked to beauty expert Allie Clark for the know in facials and skincare!
First I will tell you what she did to my skin before I let you know what I think about it.
She cleansed my skin twice; once to remove the dirt and oil and next to really get down in my skin.
Calming Lavender Oil was then applied to my skin and my skin was massaged in certain motions to be benefited by. During this, she pushed in front of my underarms and behind my ears which is called lymphatic massage. Lymph is a vital fluid your creates to move important nutrients. So pumping at the Lymph Nodes helps to stimulate the system and make sure it is working properly. Then I had a facial mask on; it was a blend of two to remove any dead skin cells. A hydration serum and moisturiser with sunsreeen was applied. The serum was Dermaquest Advanced B5 Serum, with 40% Hyaluronic Acids which can hold one thousand times its weight in water and is instantly softening and plumping. Finally, she put a moisturiser on me. Between certain products she, wiped them off with a hot towel.
Ok, so when you walk in, you see the below; the atmosphere is a girls paradise!

Above is the waiting room and below is the treatment room.

It is really quite glamorous. I really loved how the facial suited my skin concerns and certain products were used for my skin type. Allie really made the experience lovely and she was soft with my skin and explained everything which I quite liked. In the end, my skin felt so smooth and soft. I got a lot of compliments on my skin and it looked glowing. I find this affordable at $60 for half an hour! The Beauty Room also specialise in peels, waxing, tanning, manicures, pedicures and makeup application. I know this is my go-to beauty salon and you should all check them out.
Details:
The Beauty Room at Short and Curly
126 Cahors Road, Padstow
9773 8181
http://www.thebeautyroomsc.com.au/

You know my skin type and I actually have a better explanation for it. Allie Clark said, that my skin is congested. Think of your skin as a brick wall. What happens is that the new bricks replace the old ones and the old ones fall off. My bricks actually don't fall off.

She also uses the brand Dermaquest as it is very active and better than your average skincare line. If you have skin like mine, in the way of Clinique, she recommends the 3 Step and the Seven Day Scrub.

When talking to Allie Clark, she told me her top three skincare products that everyone should have.
1. Exfoliators
2. Anti Oxidants
This is like a shield for your skin and is a sunscreen for environmental damage such as stress.
3. Sunscreen
I will be doing another post shortly on Dermaquest and I would like to thank Miss Allie xx

Batiste Review: Camouflage it with Coloured Dry Shampoo

Recently, I have done a few posts about Batiste Dry Shampoo. This post is a review on their Coloured Dry Shampoo in Brunette. First, the scent isn't really the main focus of this product but I think it still smells pretty good. Once I used the product, I found that it left the scent lingering in my hair. My hair felt fluffy, smooth, soft, clean and fresh. I myself actually felt refreshed too. It was easy and quick to use. The difference between normal dry shampoo and coloured dry shammpoo is that normal dry shampoo can leave a white powder - like residue. The residue of the coloured dry shampoo is coloured to blend in with your hair. I really like this even though I have never experienced the white residue before. I love this product!

Product Details:
Batiste Coloured Dry Shampoo
In Brunette
RRP: $12.95

Nail Polish Update: Miss Universe Collection

Have you ever watched Toddlers and Tiaras?

Well OPI are going to release a range which is what I think the pageant industry is all about. It features four colour adding that glitz to your nails and captures the energy of Miss Universe 2011 to be held in Brazil. You get to 'unleash your inner beauty queen' with these limited edition lacquers.
The shades...

Congeniality is My Middle Name
The polish is a berry wine shimmery shade perfect for winning!

Crown Me Already!
The shade is a silver sparkle similar to diamonds on a crown and not lacking sass at all!

It's MY Year

This polish is a champagne - rose shade ready to shine in the spotlight.

Swimsuit... Nailed it!

A vibrant - shiny blue shade that will be screaming 'itsy bitsy teenie weenie vibrant - shiny blue bikini'.

That is all the shades. They are available from 1st August at Selected beauty salons for $19.95. Who wouldn't want to buy this?

Softlips Review: Organic and Sleek

This is the final Softlips review for now (tear). It is about two Softlips from their Pure Organics range quite new to the beauty market. This series of lip conditioners are certified organic and 100% natural. The organic ingredients are premium providing you a lip conditioner to make your lip healthier and softer. The products are free of gluten, pesticides and harsh chemicals, contains organic oils, beeswax and Shea butter to deeply moisturise and nourish lips and includes Vitamin E to protect lips. Softlips Pure Organics range has 100% natural flavours and is also cruelty free. The product actually doesn't feel any different to the ones from the Core Range. It means that the natural ingredients are hidden and do the same job as ingredients that are not natural. The two Softlips I have have the same scent when you first smell them. I can't quite put my hands on what it smells like. I think it smells like cinnamon and licourice. The two Softlips flavours are Pomegrante and Acai Berry. After that inital scent, the smell is exactly what it says it is. I really like how these Softlips are organic but you wouldn't know at all.

Shopping Online Series: Promotion

As part of this series, I wanted to make you aware of a special going on. Too Faced are having a deal during the whole of July. For $35.00 you can make a custom palette. I had a try creating one. So here is what mine looked like!

The products I chose were:
 - Pinch My Petals Pink Blush
 - Lucky Charms Eyeshadow
 - Mini Shadow Insurance

It is great for your own personal palette, for a gift or for travel. Go to Too Faced online now!

Softlips Review: Strawberry (My Favourite)!

Ok, so I wanted to tell you about another lip balm from Softlips' Core Range; Strawberry Softlips! As I always mention, the Softlips are moisturising and protect your lips from being chapped and from the sun as well. The formula isn't too thick; it is lightweight perfect for a hot summer day (not that this day will be here soon) I always compare the scents of Softlips to desserts because they smell a bit creamy. This Softlips actually smells like Strawberry Shortcake. This is a great lip balm to throw in your purse and enjoy whatever the weather is!

Tiny Haul

So not long ago, I went shopping just to pick up a few things!
The first thing I bought was two travel sized Colgate Plax Mouthwash in Freshmint because they were on sale for 2 for $2 and I need them for when I go to Hawaii. I got these products from Terry White.

The second thing I bought was from Gloss for $6.95. The product is a knit headband. It has a flower on the front and a button at the back. I love it!

I also bought a ring on sale from Colette for $2. It a heart featuring lots of diamontes!

Before I left, I went to the Clinque Counter in David Jones and had a quick consultation. I was told before that I was Anti Blemish from a different counter but I am actually Type 2 in the 3 Step. The lady gave me some samples to try.

So that was my haul!

Le Tan Review: Le Tan in Le Can

So I wanted to try out a tanning product for readers of this blog. The product I trialed was the Le Tan in Le Can by Le Tan.

Prior to applying the product, I exfoliated and moisturised to achieve best results. Then I sprayed it in a circular motion and rubbed it lightly so that it was even but not rubbed in. I waited for a while. Le Tan actually have really good how to videos about this.

I absolutely love my tan. It is not streaky at all. I have to be honest that around my knees is a bit darker but that probably has to do with my exfoliating. This product has given me a bronze glow and I personally think I don't look orange at all. I have had the tan on for five days now and the colour is still the same. Le Tan in Le Can also contains Vitamin E for moisturising and sprays at any angle. I recommend this tanning product to anyone and everyone as it gives you the perfect streak - free tan.

Product Details:
Le Tan
Fast Tan
Le Tan in Le Can
Instant no - streak tan
 - Vitamin E for moisturising
 - Super Fine Spray
 - Long wearing Tan
 - Any - Angle Spray
in Deep Bronze Glow
RRP: $14.99

Shopping Online Series: The Basics

So this is the second Shopping Online series post. Last time I showed you a website. This post is the basics.

Specials and Deals:
Websites are the best source for deals. Shops like Sephora or Clinique etc. always have some sort of sale or special on. I know people aren't going to be on that online store everything single day but you can still find out when the deals or sales are on. To do this, you just have to sign up to their mailing list, like their Facebook page or follow their Twitter!

Websites:
I can't tell you what websites are the best for you but here are a few examples.
Sephora
Clinique Australia
Strawberry Net
Beauty Brands

Products:
Products such as foundation have different shades or products for different skin types. But how do you know what you are? Well, if you have that product in a store locally, go to the store and try it or ask someone what you would be so you can buy it online!
That is it for this post. I hope you enjoyed xx