I always look at the smokey eye tutorials and wonder just how everyone seems to be able to to achieve that flawless blend. I never do black smokey eyes because I feel that I end up looking like punched in the eye. So here’s my much softer take, using brown instead. I started with my eyes…
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Minimal Eyes and Bold Red Lip – Featuring African Nights, by Noyah
I had a birthday party to go to last night, so I thought it time to be bold and wear one of the brightest colours I’ve collected so far. With my face moisturised, I applied a heavy layer of Gressa Minimalist Serum Foundation to conceal under my eyes, as well as a few layers of…
Juice Beauty Luminous Lip Crayon Review & Swatches
Juice Beauty have a full range of skin care and recently expanded their makeup line with the help of Gwyneth Paltrow. The website states these lip colours are: A unique blend of plant-derived Phyto-Pigments with replenishing emollients to keep lips soft with a smooth, creamy texture and a lightweight feel. Only certain ingredients are certified…
Black Winged Eyeliner and Nude Lips – Featuring Ilia Beauty
I had my cousins wedding to attend this weekend and I haven’t been particularly thrilled with what I’ve worn to the last few weddings. One was entirely my own fault, as I traveled 8 hours to my home town, only to find out I’d left my dress in Melbourne! This time, I intentionally bought new…
Juice Beauty PHYTO-PIGMENTS Satin Lip Cream Review & Swatches – Syrah & Cabernet
Juice Beauty had a limited range of makeup and they’ve since launched a wider range, with their own signature phyto-pigment colours. I’ve tried some of their skincare years ago, but it wasn’t until they launched this line that I really took notice. It’s taken me this long to finally have them in my hands. The…
Ere Perez Review – Eye Products
This is my second post for the company Ere Perez. Over the years, I’ve collected a few items and I thought it time to think hard about what I like about them. Please click here for the review featuring the Pure Rice Powder Blush in Bronzer Tones and My Blush and Versatile Vanilla Highlighter in Sun…
My List of Cruelty Free & Natural Makeup
I know the struggle of finding the perfect makeup, especially for those interested in what ingredients are going onto their skin. These brands, while mostly organic and natural cannot be considered strictly vegan, as they do use beeswax. I still use beeswax and honey for skincare, because it is extremely effective for my sensitive skin….
Carmine is More Than Just a Bug …
Specifically, it’s an insect called the cochineal and it is harvested, crushed to a powder, which is treated with an ammonia or sodium carbonate solution, filtered and then treated again to create the deep, vibrant red. In fact it’s not just red. Depending on the processing pink, red, purple or orange can also be achieved. It takes about…
Ingredients I Chose to Avoid
There are many organic and natural companies that still slip these ingredients into their products, so I always check before I buy. This is a short list of the ingredients I actively avoid. Dimethicone This is a silicon oil and it’s exceptionally effective at providing that silky, smooth feeling when you spread a product over…
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