This Christmas will be a scorcher in Melbourne so I don’t want makeup that I have to fuss over. Here is a quick and easy look that will make you look effortlessly put together. Less time spent on makeup, means more time you can enjoy the day with your friends and family! I have also planned this makeup…
Tag: Organic makeup
Orange Lips for Summer – Featuring Nudus in Bittersweet
When I think of orange, I think of unflattering, jump suit orange. Turns out it’s softer and less intimidating than red! It’s also perfect for balmy summer nights and actually looks good on my skin. What I’ve learnt from doing these tutorials, is that when you focus on the lips, the eyes often need less…
Turquoise Eyeliner and Coral Lips – Featuring Ilia Beauty Lipstick In Paradise
I’ve always been afraid to wear bright colours, such as turquoise, but wearing it as eyeliner instead of eyeshadow doesn’t feel as daunting. Here is my take on the turquoise liner, using organic and cruelty free products. For something so bright, it’s actually effortless! Keep reading to see how I achieved this look. I primed my…
Soft, Brown Smokey Eyes and Nude Mauve Lips – Featuring Juice Beauty
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…
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…
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…
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…
RMS Beauty Lip2Cheek Review & Swatches – Illusive & Modest
RMS Beauty Lip2Cheek Review and Swatches – Gone Swatching xo
Gone Swatching xo 