October Bellabox: Pretty in Pink Party!!!

Yep it's that time again!! My Bellabox just arrived and this months box is AMAZING!!!!
The theme for the October box is Pretty in pink party. To celebrate Bellabox's first birthday, $1 from the sale of each box is being donated to the National Breast Cancer Foundation.
The box also contains a range of pink themed beauty products from brands that support a variety of worthy causes and charities!! So cool!
They even included a Chocolatier pink heart chocolate... YUMMY!

WHAT'S IN THE BOX?
1. 5ml sample Estee Lauder Resilience lift skin treatment: instantly lift and firm your skin wherever, whenever you need it. Boosts collagen production and elastin retention in the skin. Can even be used over makeup. 30ml RRP$100

2. 7ml sample Clinique turnaround concentrate radiance renewer: instantly creates a luminous-from-within radiance, reveals skin's finest texture, oil free. 30ml RRP$74

3. Full size, Sally Hansen insta-dri fast dry nail colour in Sonic Bloom (260): gorgeous hot pink/coral colour, 60 second manicure nail colour. RRP$13.95

4. 1.5ml sample DKNY fresh blossom eau so intense perfume: the classic DKNY Be Delicious Fresh Blossom scent gets an intense makeover; delicate florals, citrus, and a crisp apple blossom accord combine for a feminine and sensual scent. 100ml RRP$135

5. Full size, Cedel blow dry faster heat protector spray: reduces hair drying time and protects hair from the heat, leaves your hair looking and feeling smooth and super shiny. RRP$9.99

6. Full size, Elf hyper shine gloss in Flirt: twist tube with brush, gorgeous pale pink colour.

7. Full size, Carmex moisture plus lip balm in pink sheer tint: ultra hydrating lip balm, Vitamin E and Aloe moisturising protection, SPF 15; leaves a great subtle pink colour on the lips and is super hydrating and soft. **this product was not listed on the card so I don't know how much it normally is.

Can't wait to see what they come up with next month!!! To subscribe go to www.bellabox.com.au
See what was in last months box click here 

Until next time :) xxx

** I am not sponsored by, nor am I affiliated with any of the brands/services mentioned, all opinions are genuine and my own 

Essence Stay With Me Lipgloss REVIEW!

I have really been loving Essence's Stay with me long lasting lipgloss' and I wanted to tell you all about them!
They are available in Target and Priceline in Australia and retail for only $3.95 each!!

I have four shades:
09 Hottest Pink
03 Candy Bar
01 Me & My Ice-cream
08 Deep Rose

I absolutely love all the colours, the applicator is amazing, the lip gloss goes on quickly, one coat and stays on for hours.
They have great colour pay off, it actually looks like really shiny lipstick, but it doesn't dry out your lips.
And A new colour has just been released (hottest pink) which is perfect for the upcoming summer season. As the name suggests, it is literally the hottest pink. Haha! But it looks awesome on!

Maybelline Makeup Haul!!

Online Shopping Series, #1

I have been going makeup crazy online lately and I thought I would do a series of 'haul' posts to let you guys see some of the products I've been getting, my first impressions and also a review of the websites I buy from.
So here is the first post.

Makeup Brand(s):

Maybelline

Website:

www.brandsexclusive.com.au 

Shipping cost:

$9.90

Shipping time:

2 weeks, 6 days

Total spend (less shipping):

$39.93

Number of products purchased:

7

The products!

1. Colour Sensational lip colour #025 Pink Please

Swatches: Pink freeze, Plink Please, Fluffy Cloud, Twilight Pink

I absolutely adore these lipsticks! This one is lovely and creamy and a very natural, not quite nude subtle pink colour. The shade is perfect with a bright eye or stand-out blush.

2. Colour Sensational high shine lip colour #805 Pink Freeze

This is actually I re-purchase I first bought this shade from a similar sale a few months ago and have worn it almost everyday. It is a super bright pink that really stands out. I don't understand why they say it's 'high shine' because it's actually quite matte, but I like to put a pale pink or clear lip gloss over it and that looks really nice. It's the perfect shade for spring/summer to really make your lips POP!

Silver Stunner and Purple Pearl

3. Eye Studio Cream Duo #107 Silver stunner

I had never tried these eyeshadow duos before but the colours looked real pretty, so I thought I would give them a try. I used this shade today and it wasn't quite what I was expecting. In the pan it looks quite pink, but on the lids it comes out more of a grey-ish purple. It is very long lasting though and easy to apply.

4. Eye Studio Cream Duo #109 Purple pearl

I haven't used this one yet, but from swatching it, I don't know that the colour is going to be all that different from the shade above. Although it looks purple in the pan.

5. Unstoppable eyeliner in Fluffy Cloud

This is a lovely white eye liner. I have loves the unstoppable eyeliners for a couple of years now and this is no exception. It glides on easy and stays on all day. What I love about it is that unlike many white eyeliners, you actually get a really good colour pay off. Great to brighten up your eyes.

6. Unstoppable eyeliner in Twilight Pink

This is a gorgeous baby pink colour and is great just like above!

7. Xxl Curl mascara #532 Very Black, waterproof

Another re-purchase. My mum got me the non-waterproof version of this for Christmas and I am almost all out. I have been loving the way it lengthens, thickens and curls my lashes and lasts all day. I am very keen to try the waterproof version, especially considering how long the non waterproof version lasts!

The Website:

Brands Exclusive has long been a favourite of mine. It is a sale website which releases new products/brands a couple of times every day. Sales usually last about a week or until stocks run out. They have a great range of products; men's, women's and children's clothing, home wares, electronics, makeup, pyjamas, underwear, toys, books and pretty much everything under the sun. They have also recently started up another branch, Living Exclusive, which is all stuff for the home, including appliances etc.

Shipping is flat rate at $9.90 but extra charges apply for bulky items. You can't combine shipping of products bought in different sales, but you only pay the flat rate once per order, regardless of the number of items purchased (unless otherwise stated).

It is a membership based service but membership is free and there are no obligations to purchase.

They always pack the items very well with bubble wrap and pink tissue paper, in a specially marked postage box. Packages require signature on delivery.

I have never had any problems with this website, and the discounts can be huge, sometimes as much as 80% off!!! I would recommend this service to everyone.

*They only ship within Australia.

**I am in no way affiliated with any of the brands/services mentioned. All products were purchased with my own money. All opinions are honest and my own.

The best things come in small packages...

This is my most adorable dog.
Her name is Daisy and she is a two year old Maltese Shitzu.
I love her more than anything.

She has saved me on more than one occasion.


Animals are precious. Never underestimate them :)