Skin Care Routine

My Skin care routine 

Skin care is a very personal thing! It is also what I believe to be the most important step to having flawless makeup. Its amazing how much your skin can change from day to day or even year to year. Your skin can be impacted on what you eat, how much sun you get, wether you took your makeup off last night before bed, how much sleep you got and the most common one we know effects the skin the most, DRINKING WATER .

Knowing all of this I still struggle day to day avoiding/ completing some of these steps. I no I should drink more water but that is something I definitely struggle with, also getting enough vitamin D has been challenging. One thing I thought I was on top of was my skin car routine. UNTIL I went for a microdermabrasion and was shocked with what my beautician had to say. I have been unhappy with my skin for a long time so my girlfriends got the microdermabrasion package for my birthday and it was life changing. I have noticed the biggest difference since going. I have large pores that I have fort with for over 10 years now and thought I was doing he right steps to clean them out…. I was wrong! 

I went to EllaBache hear in Perth for my consolation, she studied my skin and the results she had found where mind blowing for me. The one I was shocked about the most was the amount of dead skin I had. This shocked me because i religiously use face masks and exfoliation treatments that I thought were helping my skin. The second was that I was very dry in some areas however very oily in others. I had always been told my skin was oily hence always being creams for oily skin. She did say its hard to treat my new found skin problems because its almost like I need to different moisturisers one for the dry and one of the oily. Third was that my skin was very rough this was a light bold moment for me I had always know this however didn’t know how to explain it. She hit the nail on the head with that one. 

Since going to 2 treatments my skin has changed. I have updated my products and have honestly noticed a massive difference. It is so simple my routine now and my skin feels so beautiful afterwards. I was telling my beautician that sometime I would do a mask and a cleanse and still feel bums and gunk on my face. This was because the products I was using were just cleaning the top layers of my skin and not penetrating down into my new skin. I was effectively just cleaning my dead skin. Let me just add my skin care wasn’t just drug store some of it I had invested in and cost me a lot of money. 

I now have a three step process without all this fuss and all creams no harsh beads ect and I could not be happier and have now referred friends there. 

One thing I have learnt is that ur skin is an organ it is constantly changing and we need to look after it. 

ELF vs NARS

I have always wanted to do one of these on my blog so when I saw that Elf had come out with a perfect dupe for the Nars duo in Laguna and Orgasim I thought it would be perfect for my first one.

Obviosuly from the brands there is a very big price difference between the two. My overall opinion is that the Elf blush and bronzer is just as good as the Nars so if you can not afford to try out the Nars please dont miss out and try the Elf.

Left is Elf Right is Nars 

The bronzers are nearly assact. I cant even tell the difference of which one I prefer. The colours are almost the same the texture and the way it looks on my skin is flawless with both. The only little difference is that I think the Nars one does stay on my skin a little longer.

With the blushes the organisgm is a little deeper in colour but there is not to much of a difference. On this skin they both look incrediable applying the most perfect blushy pink colour. Both blushes are super pigmented and apply beautifully on the skin. Again like the bronzer if we are getting really picky the Nars one stays on longer than the Elf. The blush from Elf also has a little more glitter in it so if this isnt your thing than go with Nars

I find myself using the elf one on a daily basis, especially the bronzer, with a price point of under $15.00 it doesnt matter if you go through it.

If you are picticular with packaging like I am I bet your thinking that the Elf wouldn't be as nice! But in fact there are both the same in my opinion.

Overall if your on a price crunch than defitiley try out the Elf one but if you like to splurge on a quality product than the Nars is for you!

Victoria Secret Makeup Review

When people hear Victoria secret what springs to mind is not just their beautiful lingerie or hot ticket runway shows, it has become more of a revolution. The term bombshell or angel cannot be used without thinking of the decadent under apparel icon. Not only recognized for there under apparel, bathers or gym clothes but it has become so much more. Victoria secret isn't only the place all American girls go to buy there bras and panties but for some a one stop destination. Myself who has experience walking into 8 of their breathe taking stores knows that Victoria secret isn’t just about their lingerie but has transformed into so much more.

 

The runway shows are iconic, any social light, Musician, celebrity or fashion stylist is all wanting the front row tickets to the runway show of the year! The Runway shows for me are what make the VS name, after watching my first show in 2006 and seeing the candy land section and than to follow up with seal singing crazy, was where I knew instantly that this wasn’t another runway show, but a theatrical production that has grown and grown over the years. Ever since then I have been hocked! so walking into my first store in 2013 was an understatement to say I was excited!!!! My partner said I had never looked so happy to walk into a store before.

 

The word bombshell or angel is very popular now within the makeup and hair industry. I believe the most popular term would be there signature Victoria Secret curl. Many girls spend hours to create this look, and why not every girl wants their hair looking amazing when walking down the street or making an entrance into a party. I myself have strived to create this look! I believe what is hardest is getting that effortless/ I woke up with these curls look. For those wondering the best way I get my Victoria secret curls is to use hot rollers. I have actually had my hair done by a wonderful hairdresser who has worked for Victoria Secret and she gave me a few pointers :)

Now not only the long curly locks but let’s talk about the stunning Smokey eye! The makeup artist create this stunning, dramatic look without it looking to over the top and effortless chic. The term they use often is golden goddess which has come from there signature glowing tan and highlighting, another look that many girls try and achieve.

 So the marketing team at VS where very smart. They basically packaged and made what they believe are the best tools to recreate this look. The very first time I purchased some of the very sexy makeup I instantly fell in love and it was on my hit list for my travels to America. Let’s just say I am obsessed and can’t say enough good things about this makeup brand. It is extremely affordable but luxurious as well.

My collection so far ......

 

 

 

 

I will posting a review video over the next couple of weeks so stay tuned!

 

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Loves and Kisses

 

Suzie

 

 

 

The world of Benefit!

Let me just start by saying WOW! I had never really used many benefit products before, so I was so very happy when I received some for Christmas. All the products I recieved are amazing, the quality of each item is outstanding and definitely worth the money.

It’s no surprise, like I’ve said before I am a sucker for the Christmas packs so I could resist picking up two, plus some other goodies.  As I was haven’t used to many of the benefit makeup before I went for the more main stream products, which have raving reviews on them, from blogs, to instagram to YouTube.

 

The POREfessional – this is truly a great product! I love everything about it. I do feel like it does minimise the appearance of my poors and truly does prime my face ready for foundation. It is very lightweight and doesn’t leave my pores feeling oily or congested.  My skin feels very moisturised after using this which does help keep my foundation on for longer. It has a fresh, zesty sent to it I love waking up in the morning and putting this on!

 

 

 

Boi –ing Concealer- This is such a great product , I feel it really does cover any blemish, red shots, bags or anything I need to cover up. This for me is my perfect colour so I will be using this more to cover any pimples or red pigments on my face. I would really use this as an under eye concealer as it doesn’t brighten that area. I might purchase another of these in a lighter shade to than put under my eyes. They call it a Industrial strength concealer, I would agree with it being a full coverage, long wearing product.

 

SugarBomb and Coralista – immediately when I think of benefit cosmetics I think of these two blushes. The quality of their blushes is literally out of this world. There are so incredible pigmented and soft they glide onto the skin so smoothly leaving a natural, effortless colour. The peachy pink tones in both of these suit my skin type and feel they do highlight my cheek area when wearing them. These bad boys last all day! If you haven’t already check them out!

So the boxes have scratches and bite marks on them thanks to my dog!

 

 

 

 

The little love potions- I loved this pack! I love to try out products before I decided to purchase the full size as I get bored of products so easily! This is a great way to see what products I like, what suit my skin, what really work, the smell of them, and plus there great for travelling!  I for some reason didn’t purchase Hoola so I can’t wait to try out the mini so I can see if I want them full size.

 

 

I have a video coming your way on all the items I got for Christmas so keep and eye out for that!

 

As always please leave any comments below.

 

Thanks everyone

 

Suzie

 

xoxoxox