TOO FACED - PAPA DON'T PEACH BLUSH

Too Faced released an entire Sweet Peach range earlier this year, and in doing so re-released a cult favourite: Papa Don't Peach. This blush was an instant must have for me and had me racing down to Mecca with the last of my Christmas and birthday money on the day of it's release. This blush did not disappoint beauties, and has become one of my daily staples since being added to my collection. 

'Reinvented with nourishing peach essence and a punchy, mouthwatering scent' - MECCA

Packaging

Papa Don't Peach comes in a beautiful cardboard box, mimicking those peachy tones and colouring, that the compact slips inside with ease.

The compact itself is metal and contains a mirror within. The only criticism I have about the packaging is that it doesn't have a magnetic closure.

'Inspired by a caramelised peach trifle, this universally flattering, bronzey peach hue adorns cheekc with warm and luminosity for a healthy-looking complexion' - MECCA

Formula & Pigmentation

This blush has a beautiful peachy smell that honestly smells like the real deal. I'm obsessed with it's scent, and I don't even each peaches!

Papa Don't Peach is described as a peachy-bronze. Personally, I'm not too sure about the bronze factor. I find that this blush looks very natural on my super pale skin. The pigmentation is beautiful when applied and can be built up as desired. 

Affordability & Retailers

You can purchase your own Papa Don't Peach Blush from Mecca for $44.00 AUD.

Final Verdict

If you're a pale beauty, then Papa Don't Peach is a must as it creates such a beautiful and natural looking blushed cheeks look. I love this product and I recommend it to anyone who loves peachy tones and peachy scents.

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LIME CRIME - SUPERFOILS

In 2016, Lime Crime released a unique eyeshadow dual pan known as Superfoils. Superfoils are a specialised eyeshadow that can either be applied dry, or can be applied wet for a foiled look. Needless to say, they are absolutely beautiful when they become foiled and the main reason why I purchased them. 

'New generation of eyeshadow is here!' - LIME CRIME

Packaging

Superfoils comes in cute round pink packaging, with a matching cardboard box, and feature  a split pan with two shadows and a mirror.

Each shadow can be identified by name on the back of the product and the back of the cardboard box.

'Superfoils can be worn wet or dry - to equally dope results. Wear it dry if you're in the mood to sparkle or activate with water to watch it transform into liquid foil' - LIME CRIME

Formula & Pigmentation

Good and bad news beauties; Lime Crime have officially pulled their Superfoils off of the market. There was a bit of drama and a few issues late last year about the formula and what looked like rust and bubbles forming in the product. Lime Crime have issued a statement denying that there has been any contamination however have pulled the product from the market to re-formulate it. You can read more on Lime Crimes statement here.

Affordability & Retailers

Superfoils are currently not available through any retailer due to being re-formulated.

Final Verdict

At this point in time, my Superfoils have virtually been rendered useless. Although I personally have had no issues with them, I'm still wary that there may be some issues with the formula that may impact on my skin and my overall health. 

If you do have your own Superfoils or are willing to try someone elses, I'd advise getting the product onto your brush before adding your Fix+ spray to the mixture as it is recommended not to add any liquids to the actual pan. By not adding liquid to the pan you may avoid any issues, as I have.

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LIME CRIME - VENUS PALETTE

Years ago, Lime Crime released the beautiful Venus palette. Venus was a social media sensation and was everywhere you looked online; Instagram included!

The buzz has long since died down, but I thought I'd pull out this oldie and give it a review since it is still flying off of shelves and more often than not sold out everywhere. 

'In a sea of nude palettes, VENUS emerges with 8 game changing shades: rust red, brick brown, burgundy and unconventional neutrals' - LIME CRIME

Packaging

The Venus palette comes completes with beautiful packaging which features an except of Botticelli's classical painting, 'The Birth of Venus'.

The palette is made of cardboard and features a slip top with a full sized mirror for beauties on the go.

Shades & Finishes

The Venus palette contains eight shades, with a mixture of mattes and glows. The shades in this palette and their finishes include:

VENUS - the colour of bruised fruit (velvet matte)

SHELL - opalescent shell-pink (glow)

AURA - golden ivory (glow)

CREATION - rust brown (matte)

ICON - dirt brown (matte)

REBIRTH - the colour of an over-ripe nectarine (matte)

DIVINE - dusty stone (matte)

MUSE -deep burgundy red (matte)

Top Row: Venus, Shell, Aura, Creation
Bottom Row: Icon, Rebirth, Divine, Muse


'Create a wide range of grunge-meets-renaissance modern looks, from daytime wash of colour to night-on-the-town smokey eye' - LIME CRIME

Formula & Pigmentation

The formula for the eyeshadows in this palette is buttery smooth; they apply and blend out with ease. A little product goes a long way with these eyeshadows.

There is plenty of pigment in each shade, however I did experience some fallout during application. With this particular palette make sure you complete your eye look before completing your base.

'Recklessly pigmented eyeshadows can be worn alone or mesh flawlessly for a nu-grunge look with a soft, painterly finish' - LIME CRIME

Affordability & Retailers

You can purchase your own Venus palette directly from Lime Crime for $34.00 USD or from PepperMayo for $49.00 AUD

Final Verdict

In my humble opinion, the Venus palette is a luxury not a necessity.I find that the colours can be difficult to pair together and I'll often use another palette in to complete the look. 

Pale skinned beauties: beware that some of these colours can look very, very dark on us. I'm an NW10 for reference and I find colours such as Divine to give the illusion that I have a black eye.  

If you enjoy wearing red tones often then this is a palette for you, otherwise save your pretty pennies and purchase this one when there is a sale on. It's nice to play around with from time-to-time, but I don't reach for it often.

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HOURGLASS - VEIL MINERAL PRIMER

The online beauty communities that I am a part of are in love with the Hourglass Veil Mineral Primer. Beauties around the world, including one of my besties, absolutely swear by it! I've been on a primer journey these past twelve months, trying various primers in search of my own personal holy grail. Alas, I'm yet to find it so I figured I'd give Hourglass a go. 

The Veil Mineral Primer is a promoted as a oil free, weightless and multi-purpose mineral-based primer that claims to neutralise redness and rosacea, minimise wrinkles and fine lines, and create a uniform smooth matte base for a flawless makeup application. The Veil Mineral Primer works by absorbing excess oils and minimises the appearance of pores by distributing light to help soften and blur the look of the skins imperfections. And just in case that wasn't enough, it's main purpose is to extend the durability of your foundation and/or powder.  No pressure. 

'This satin-finish, oil-free mineral primer creates a porcelain-smooth complexion, that will give your foundation longevity like no other whilst minimising shine and protecting against sun damage' - Mecca

Packaging

I adore this packaging. No one uses brown's anymore and it's such a pity because Hourglass have nailed it. As you can see, I purchased the smallest primer bottle available because I wasn't one-hundred percent sold on the product at the time of purchase. Regardless, the brown reflective cardboard packaging with that beautiful gold font is a 10/10. I love beautiful packaging. 

The 8.95ml bottle is a small pump bottle and makes the perfect travel companion. I, myself took this bottle over to Africa recently because of it's small size. 

'Existing at the revolutionary intersection of science, beauty and luxury, Hourglass is acclaimed for its breakthrough formulations, technological innovations, and unwavering commitment to reinvention. This state-of-the-art brand is distinguished by sensorial textures, modern colour collections, and sleek custom packaging' - Hourglass.

Formula & Pigmentation

The Hourglass Veil Mineral Primer has a really unique texture. The product when dispensed is a white serum and has a smooth non-greasy silicone feel to it. It applied easily to my skin and quickly absorbed. 

I didn't find that it did a whole lot when it came to covering up redness, and in the future I would probably use a green stick in conjunction with this primer. 

'This lightweight mineral primer melts into the skin, restoring moisture and imparting a silky-smooth finish' - Mecca

Ingredients & Accolades

The Mineral Veil Primer does not contain:

-Parabens

-Sulfates

-Phthalates

-Nanoparticles

-Synthetic Dye

-Gluten

-Fragrance

-Oil

In 2014, 2015 and 2016 the Veil Mineral Primer won the InStyle Best Beauty Buy award. You can't argue with that! Furthermore the Veil Mineral Primer is vegan and is considered to be waterproof. 

Hourglass Veil Mineral Primer has an SPF 15 rating offering protection from UVA/UVB rays, and claims to use naturally-derived titanium dioxide and zinc oxide.

And for you babes with sensitive skin, Hourglass recommend their Veil Mineral Primer for babes prone to sensitivity.

'It helps to visible diminish the appearance of large pores and fine lines, and preps the skin for even makeup application while extending its durability, meaning less touch-ups' - Mecca

Affordability & Retailers

One word: overpriced. Whether this product works for you or not, I think we can all agree that the markup on this primer is ridiciolous. Thankfully, Hourglass have several sizes to choose from which allows first-timers and babes on a budget to purchase this product without having to spend the big bucks.

Mecca has the following sizes available at the following prices:

- 8.95ml for $27.00 AUD

- 30ml for $79.00 AUD

- 57g for $108.00 AUD

Alternatively, you can purchase your primer directly from Hourglass in the following sizes available and for the following prices:

- 8.95ml for $19.00 USD

- 30ml for for $54.00 USD

- 57g for $75.00 USD

Final Verdict

I know this product works for lots of other girls, and it did do something for my combination oily skin however I still found my chin and upper lip to look patchy by the end of the day. For the amount of money that this product costs, I'd recommend that you try as many other primers as possible before resorting to purchasing this particular product or at least head to Mecca and pick yourself up a sample before committing to buy. On a positive note, the 8.95ml bottle goes quite a long way if you're not willing to fork out $108.00

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DUO - STRIPLASH ADHESIVE FOR FALSE EYELASHES

As noted in my previous reviews, I find false eyelashes to be tedious and an annoyance. I'm sure every girl had felt like this about falsies at some stage right? Some of my most cringe worthy makeup moments involve falsies. One particular memory comes to mind, of a night out on the town with the girls. Falsies had been applied, lipstick was in check and it was all systems go. Selfies were taken and a good night was had. That is of course until the next morning when you see those glamour shots that you an your girlfriend had taken, and see that your falsies had been hanging on to you eyelids for dear life in every. single. photo.

What's a girl to do?

So I scoured the internet for solutions to my problem. There's only so much a girl can take before she gives up on falsies forever. And for a while there I did. I gave up on them completely. That is of course until I was told to take a break from my eyelash extensions. Suddenly I was all about the falsie life and how I could make it work for me.

'Duo Striplash Adhesive is the world's best selling lash adhesive and has been a favourite of professional makeup artists for decades'.

Packaging

The DUO Lash Adhesive comes in a oversized box which outlines product details and instructions. Nifty. I'm assuming that the oversized box is so shoppers don't overlook the product when shopping for falsies and lash adhesive glue.

The product itself is a small tube with a screw-on cap, with the products name and ingredients highlighted on the back. That's about it. It's pretty simplistic packaging. It is glue though after all, and really the product does sell itself.

'This latex-based formula was created for all-day wear with strip lashes and can also be used to apply individual lashes, lasting several hours'.

User Friendly

Duo Lash Adhesive is incredibly easy to use, and comes with really clear instructions for first timers. There are two varieties; clear and dark. The dark adhesive is an awesome tool to use if you're not very confident with applying false lashes, as it applies dark to allow users easier control and application before drying clear.

And for babes with sensitive skin, Duo has you covered.  Both of their lash adhesives are designed for sensitive skin.

'Duo Lash Adhesive exhibits an excellent water-resistant ability for a firm and secure hold. It contains a safe, latex-based formula which ensures that your false lashes stay put all day. 

Affordability & Retailers

Duo can be purchased directly from the company website, or can alternatively be purchased from either Mecca or Sephora AU and retails at $16.00 AUD. 

Final Verdict

My life has been changed since finding DUO. False lashes actually stay on all day, like they're supposed to, and I have no more fears about awkward selfies where my falsies are falling off. If you haven't tried Duo Striplash Adhesive give it a go. You won't be disappointed.

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ANASTASIA BEVERLY HILLS - DIPBROW POMADE & #12 BROW BRUSH

Who would have ever thought that eyebrows would have become such a big thing? I never imagined in my wildest dreams that I would spend as much time working on my eyebrows as I do applying foundation and concealer. 

There are so many brow products on the market at the moment, and it can be really overwhelming trying to find one that works for you. I've used pencils and powders, wax and gel's and even an occasional tint. Out of everything that I've tried, I've never been in love with a brow product as much as I am with Anastasia Beverly Hills Dip Brow Pomade. 

Since there was a sale on I also went ahead and purchased the double ended #12 Brow Brush, which has both a angled brow brush and a brush to keep your brows well groomed. 

ABH claims that the Dipbrow Pomade is long-lasting, smudge-proof, and that colour shouldn't fade away throughout the day. The pomade is a waxy coloured substance that can be used to outline and fill brows and add colour to give them that stay-put all day look. 

'An award-winning waterproof, multitasking, and buildable matte pomade that stays put'.

Packaging

The packaging is very simple and understated, and totally ABH! Rose gold accents are featured on the cardboard packaging, bringing your attention straight to the Anastasia Beverly Hills logo. The cardboard packaging also outlines the colour of each product on the side with both the colour and name printed for easy reference.

The pomade is stored in a small glass container which allows you to see the colour of the product inside. It's a nice little container, and does have some weight to it due to being made out of glas. The container also features a screw on lid to keep the pomade moist and limit the product drying out. 

ASH brushes can be purchased separately and I do recommend trying one out if you haven't already. I preferred this brow brush to any that I had used previously due to the angle on the brush and density of the bristles. Besides, you can never have too many brushes. Right?

 'Apply and blend a small amount of Anastasia Beverly Hills Dipbrow Pomade with an angled brow brush to effortlessly outline, till, and texturize brows'.

Shades & Finishes

The ABH Dipbrow Pomade comes in eleven shades so you're surely to find one that closely-matches or matches your hair colour. I have brown hair and opted for taupe which has been an amazing fit for me.

I found that the Pomade lasted all day long and has become my new number one favourite for that same reason. The colour didn't fade and did not want to budge, which made correcting mistakes difficult at time.

What I also really enjoyed is that the Pomade allows you to overdraw your eyebrows without it looking drawn-on. Despite my best efforts and many bookings to correct it, my eyebrows just don't match. My right eyebrow looks like a before picture of my left eyebrow before it lost weight. Honestly, my brows are refusing to look even semi-related. Thankfully with the Dipbrow Pomade I am about to slightly overdraw my left eyebrow to match my right. Thank you Anastasia for making my brow dreams come true!

Formula & Pigmentation

The Dipbrow Pomade formula is divine. The product is creamy and applies smoothly and with ease onto the brows. I found that once it was applied it dried within a few minutes and stayed on all day long. 

As for pigmentation? Oh my wow. There is no other brow product that I have tried that has with the same level as pigmentation and offers 100% coverage. If you're brows are sparse then this is a product that you need to try out.

'The creamy formula doubles as a primer, glides on skin and hair smoothly and won't fade. Plus, it's waterproof and stays put even on oily skin or in humidity'.

Ingredients & Accolades

Despite the official Anastasia Beverly Hills website claiming that the Dipbrow Pomade is award-winning, I was able to find very little other information about this on the internet. Unfortunately I was not able to determine what award the Dipbrow Pomade received or who it was issued by.

Affordability & Retailers

You can purchase your own Dipbrow Pomade directly from the Anastasia Beverly Hills website for $18.00 USD, or from Sephora for $32.00 AUD. 

Final Verdict

I absolutely love, love, love this brow product! If you're wanting to try out an ABH brow product but feeling overwhelmed by the choices then go with the pomade, you won't be disappointed! This product really is an all -in-one as it outlines and fills brows, keeps brows in place as a gel would, and allows for natural looking brows to be altered and created. I am one-hundred-percent behind this product and will be repurchasing over and over again. 

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JEFFREE STAR COSMETICS - VELOUR LIQUID LIPSTICKS

DISCLAIMER: Amid all of the J-Star v. Kat VD drama this past month I thought it would be wise to note that the comments below are not a reflection of Jeffree as a person or his brand, rather just a one-hundred percent honest review on his Velour Liquid Lipsticks. 


Internet, we need to talk. Every week there seems to be a new fad. A new makeup must have. And although Jeffree Star's Velour Lipsticks are not new the the scene, the hype has still been enormous. 

Recently I broke my Jeffree Star cherry during a surprise restock. I'm all about those surprise restocks by the way. No need wake up at some ridiculous hour of the morning (is it 3am here in Australia girls, when the regular restocks normally take place?) to tappa tappa tappa away at my refresh button awaiting the restock to find that its all been sold out in a manner of minutes and waking up at god knows what hour was all for nothing. No thanks, that's just not how I roll -- unless it's 5am. I feel that's a bit more socially acceptable.

From L-R: Androgyny, Rose Matter, Mannequin

'Our liquid lipstick goes on opaque, dries completely matte and stays on for hours!'

Packaging

I may be the first person ever to admit that I'm not in love with the packaging. I want to be, but I'm not. There's something about all that pink and the stars that reminds me of children's play makeup. Personally, I think it makes the brand look a little cheap. But hey, that's just my personal opinion and has nothing to do with the actual product itself.

The Velour liquid lipsticks come in their own individual cardboard packaging, which features the trademark Jeffree Star Cosmetics stars, and the name of the lipstick on the top of the packaging for easy identification.

The lippies themselves come in a clear lip tube, which allows you to see the true colour of the product. Product names are features on the bottom of the lipstick. 

My biggest complaint is the lip brush. Jeffree Star Cosmetics, what were you thinking?! I feel like I'm applying my lipstick with a high heel. The brush has a heel towards the end of the lip brush, which is probably supposed to help with lining whilst covering your lips but I find it hinders application more than anything. I really do hope that the company reviews their lip brush soon.

Shades & Finishes

Jeffree Star offers an amazing range of colours in the Velour range, and its constantly expanding. If you're looking for anything from a nude to something vibrant you can guarantee there's a lippie shade for you in the range!

Each liquid lipstick dries matte within a few minutes of application and has a staying powder of around no more than five hours.

Here's a quick look at the shades I picked up in my recent  secret restock purchase:

JSC Velour Liquid Lipstick in Mannequin 

JSC Velour Liquid Lipstick in Rose Matter

JSC Velour Liquid Lipstick in Androgyny

Each of the colours swatches beautifully. They really are beautiful colours with lovely pigmentation.  Swatches are just below (take note NW10 girls!).

From T - B: Androgyny, Rose Matter, Mannequin

'Tips before use: exfoliate with lip scub then apply to bare lips! Avoid food with oil....and no making out, kisses are ok!'

Formula & Pigmentation

This particular formula, when compared to other brands such as Black Moon Cosmetics and Caked Co, is quite thin. Much like Lime Crime's formula. Another thing that I noticed with these lippies is how they looked and felt once they dried. Disgusting. The product had for some reason sunk into every line on my lips and made them looked like a puckered up butt hole. Not the look that I was looking for. On top of that, it felt really flaky and didn't conform nicely with my lips when I moved them. I attribute both of these things to the way that the formula sunk into all of the lines on my lips. I had read that other ladies have had similar problems with various liquid lipsticks. 

I've put up with the allusiveness. I've put up with Australian stockists having the JS star removed from their stores. And now this.

Aside from my few complains, don't be deceived. I'm not saying that I'm not in love with the product. Pigmentation for these lippies is wonderful! There is 100% colour pay off which each swipe. No concerns about pigmentation here!

Now the true test. Is it drink proof? Yes. It is food proof? No. Is it kiss proof? Yes. However like Jeffree Star Cosmetics says, avoid oily foods and making out while wearing these bad boys.

Ingredients & Accolades

Jeffree Star Cosmetics prides their Velour Lipsticks on being:

- 100% vegan

- Cruelty Free

- Paraben Free

- Gluten Free

Affordability & Retailers

At this time Jeffree Star Cosmetics are not currently supplying products to AUS distrubitors, and all products need to be bought direct from Jeffree Star Cosmetics. You can place your order here. Velour Liquid Lipsticks retail for $18.00 USD.

Jeffree Star Cosmetics will often announce when restocks are going to occur via Facebook and Snapchat.

Final Verdict

I want to love these lipsticks. I want to tell you that they are the best liquid lipsticks that I have ever used and that everyone was right when they said that they were bomb-af. But I can't lie to you. This product is mediocre. The way it feels when it's dried and that awful crumbling are still vivid in my mind. I personally attribute this to the thin formula, which is similar to Lime Crimes. If you've read my previous Lime Crime Velvetines post then you would know that I also experienced dryness and crumlbling with their lippies. I would like to think that if the JSC formula was thicker that I would be a die-hard fan girl.

To make these lippies work for me I had to use Lanolips to improve the flexibility of the formula and add hydration.

Lastly, it is important to note that liquid lipsticks look different on each skin tone and may not appear as advertised due to your own unique skin tone and lip pigmentation. It's always best to check out Instagram prior to purchasing to see what the colour your after may look like on a skin tone similar to your own.

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LANOLIPS - LIP CARE PRODUCTS

I've been using lip products since I was a little girl. I used to love wearing lip balms and getting excited over the Bonnie Bell Lip Smackers range. I would love playing dress up's and using kid's make-up or hand-me-downs from my mum. When I became a teenager I became obsessed with lip glosses, and even went through a phase of using those really awful sticky ones that your hair would get stuck in and make boys second guess if they wanted to go in for another kiss. At some point in my life, and I don't really remember when, I began using traditional lipsticks. Fast-forward to 2016 and I think I now own every different type of lip product available on the market.

There are brands however, that I never got around to trying in my younger years. Side note: Don't take that too literally, I'm still in my 20's. Lanolips is one of those brands. It's something that I had always seen in passing when shopping  at my local Priceline, but it was one of those products that never seemed to make it's way into my shopping basket.

I recently began looking for a new lip balm to give my lips a massive hit of hydration. Regular usage of liquid lipsticks means my lips require extra TLC.

I had been using Burts Bees lip balms but had been pretty unimpressed with the results, and my partner has been less than impressed by the taste and texture. So I began the hunt for something new that I could prep my lips with in the morning, apply throughout the day as needed, and apply to my lips each evening to allow for deep over-night hydration.

Sometimes when I'm struggling to fall asleep I browse for things that I've been meaning to research. Yes, I know using your phone is bad sleep hygiene but a girls gotta do what a girls gotta do. By pure luck, I ended up stumbling onto a blog, ten pages deep into google, discussing Lanolips.

Lanolips L-R: Lemonaid Lip Treatment & Banana Balm Lip Sheen 3-in-1

'The molecular structure of lanolin mimics human skin lipids, making it the most compatible ingredient around. More so than any other natural or synthetic ingredient in skincare. We call it 'Natures Wonder Moisturiser'.

Packaging

You've got to admit, their packaging is pretty cute. That little lamb in the corner gets me every time!

What I really like about the packaging for the Lanolips products is that it is slightly different for each tine and speciality, which I can imagine is really handy for shoppers who prefer one Lanolips product over another. 

Better yet, the front of the packaging also outlines the purpose for that specific lip product such as whether the product is SPF, whether it provides sheen or shine, and whether its for hydration or colouring. Can all lip care brands start doing this now please?

Lanolips - Rhubarb Tinted Balm SPF

'It is semi-occlusive and semi-permeable -- meaning it allows skins to self-hydrate from within'. 

Shades & Finishes

Lanolips offer a range of lip-care products targeting everything from hydration to coloured sheen's. Each lippie has a light weight feel and appears glossy when applied.

'Lanolin is a natural product of the wool industry. It is a substance extracted from the fleece once it has been removed from an unharmed sheep, once the sheep have been shorn. It's vegetarian-friendly. Lanolin is no more cruel to animals than drinking milk, using beeswax, eating honey or even wearing wool. Lanolin is proudly animal cruelty free'. 

Formula & Pigmentation

Lanolips lip products contain a substance known as lanolin which is derived from, believe it or not, the wool of sheep! Lanolin is actually what keeps their coats dry and protected from the seasons. According to the company's website, lanolin is super compatible with human skin as the molecular structure (think of it as blue prints for how something is made) of lanolin is able to mimic human skin lipids (lipids are: fats, oils, waxes, vitamins and hormones). Sorry about the brief science lesson. Are you still with me? Let's continue.

Each lip product by Lanolips has a slightly different purpose, with some providing hydration & sheen, and others providing hydration for dry lips, or tinted SPF. The Lanolips website has heaps of hints and tips, such as using the tinted SPF lip balm as a cheek highlighter. Talk about genius! They even have multipurpose balms!

Side note: They do have other hydrating products on offer including hand and body moisturisers.

'Lanolin is a mositure reservoir, holding up to 400% it's weight in moisture'.

Ingredients & Accolades

Lanolips are proudly Australian made and pride themselves on not testing on animals. Yay! And their products are one-hundred percent natural and animal cruelty free. Hooray! Did I mention that Lanolips are also free from these nasties?

• Parabens
• Artificial fragrances
• PEG's
• Mineral Oil
• Sulphates
• Petrolatum

Lanolips have won heaps of awards, and it's not hard to see why. Take a look for yourself!

Affordability & Retailers

From one girl to another, you need this product in your life. You can purchase your own Lanolips products here. Each lippie retails for around $15.00 AUD

Final Verdict

I've really enjoyed using Lanolips, and have been looking at expanding my own stash. My lips are in a better condition than they had been previous to using Lanolips, and the smell of the banana balm has me coming back for more. The packaging is also pretty cute. I mean, have you seen that little sheep? So cute! The lid also screws on and is very secure, so there's no chance of spillage or leakage in your handbag.

Take my money, Lanolips! I'll surely be buying more of these while I'm on holidays. 

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PRO TIP: COLOUR THEORY AND CHOOSING THE PERFECT EYESHADOW

Do you ever find yourself looking at eyeshadow palettes and eye-hadow pans and feeling overwhelmed by the colour choices?  Do you ever look at a beautiful shade that you're drawn to but that little voice in your head tells you that its "too bold' or that it "won't suit me". Unless you're the adventurous type, you've probably had these thoughts many times in your life. I know I have. Make-up can be overwhelming if you don't have a basic understanding or you're not flush with cash. And trust me, once you're addicted you're going to need lots of cash.

So to save you from sending money on products that run the risk of not suiting you, we're going to look at colour theory and how we can use this to determine what colours are going to make your eyes POP and save you from spending loads of money on products that may not work for you.

Complimentary Colours

Everything that we need to know about eyeshadows can be determined by the use of the colour wheel picture below. 

Complementary Colours are colours that are opposite to one another on the colour wheel. They create a beautiful visual contrast and bring out the inner strength of each other. The complimentary colour theory is guaranteed to make your eyes sparkle and pop.

Colour Wheel
In this example, purple and yellow are complimentary colours to one another.

For example: green or hazel eyes look great when they are accessorised with mauve and purple eye-shadows.

Urban Decay - Wende's Contraband.

'Deep End' and 'Fleek' and placed next to one another as they compliment each other and draw the consumers eye towards the palette and each other.

Analogous Colours

Analogous colours are those that are adjacent from each other on the colour wheel, These colours are often grouped into threes or more, as it assist with colour blending and transitioning. 

Colour Wheel
In this example the four blue colours selected (blue/violet, blue, green/blue, and green) are similar tones across two colours (blue & green).

The analogous colour theory is for those who are wanting to play it safe, and choose a colour palette similar to their eye-colour or the shades that they are already comfortable using. Using similar shades allows for themed looks.

You'll often find themed palettes, such as the Too Faced PB&J palette from a previous blog entry, use analogous colours to compliment one another an create a range of looks using similar shades.

 Too Faced - Peanut Butter & Jelly 

Pro Tip

Still confused? That's alright, it can be a little confusing at first so I've added a little bit of a basic guide below. 

Hazel ladies, do not worry! Depending on what colour is most prominent, you could use the colours for either green eyes or brown eyes. Some of you may even be lucky enough to use both!

Bonus Pro Tip

Still confused? Not to worry. For you, and everyone on the planet, I recommend the Urban Decay Naked Palette. It contains neutral shades to compliment every eye-colour, with plenty of transition shades. This is my everyday go to palette and you cannot go wrong with it! My review with all of the deetes will be up next Saturday. However if you have to have it now and can't wait, you can purchase your own UD - Naked Palette here.

Now you know everything that you need to know about choosing the perfect eye-shadow for you. Best of luck beauties!

- B xo