Sneak peak at Chanel's Spring 2010 Makeup Collection
on Nov 22, 2009 in Chanel 2010 Spring Makeup Chanel blush Sneak Peak Bobbi Brown Custom Makeup Palette I've very optimistic about the forthcoming spring makeup collections.  While Dior's offerings tend toward the girl in us, Chanel's warms and flatters with gold flecked flattering neutrals.Chanel Les Impressions Makeup Collection color palette fe...

From The Archives: Dior Flight Makeup Palette
on Nov 22, 2009 in From The Archives Dior Flight Makeup Palette Dior I'm a huge fan of Dior's packaging and makeup.  The luxe formulations and finely milled powders scream luxe while the cute compacts make the products desireable and aesthetically pleasing.  One of my fave collections from the house is the F...

Sneak peak at Dior's Spring 2010 Makeup Collection
on Nov 21, 2009 in blush Spring 2010 Beauty powder Dior I love Dior's limited edition Spring makeup collections because of the bright and uplifting colors.  Year after year I covet the beauty powders and blushes to collect and use.  Dior's 2010 Spring Makeup offering, Lacy Beauty, is no exceptio...

Creme of disappointment: Freeze 24-7 Double Scoop
on Nov 20, 2009 in beauty advice moisturizer Skincare  During NYFW I picked up a jar of Freeze 24-7's Ice Cream Double Scoop anti-aging moisturizer to try out. Double Scoop is a smoothing moisturizing treatment that provides hydration while delivering nourishment, and firming and toning skin.&...

Inflight duty-free beauty shopping with the flying kangaroo
on Nov 19, 2009 in duty free shopping QANTAS Inflight beauty As I count down to heading home for Christmas, I'll be featuring an inflight beauty shopping series. These posts will review airline inflight duty-fee beauty shopping. To kick off the series, I'm going to review my airline of choice - QANTAS. Desp...

Drugstore find of the week: eos Organic Lip Balm
on Nov 18, 2009 in Drugstore find of the week lip balm Eos I love discovering new products. Over Halloween weekend I sauntered down to my local DR near my apartment to pick up some candy and soda for a quiet night in.  On the trip I also picked up a tube of Eos' new lip organic smooth sphere balm ...

A good habit to develop: Moisturize hands after washing them with hand lotion
on Nov 17, 2009 in Hand lotion California Baby Calendula Everyday Lotion Skincare Hand Wash Winter sucks big time for hands.  The constant hand washing to protect against germs and viruses such as the flu and cold can dry out the skin and cause irritation.  It's a great habit to get into if you don't already wash your hands as it'...

Luxe to Less: Chanel Hydramax
on Nov 16, 2009 in luxe to less La Roche Posay Chanel Hydramax Chanel's Hydramax serum is the gold standard when it comes to deep and long lasting hydration.  The lightweight and rapidly absorbed serum helps maintain moisture throughout the day and strengthen the skin's tolerance to the elements.  ...

From The Archives: Bloom Cosmetics Complete Face Palette
on Nov 15, 2009 in From The Archives Bloom Cosmetics Bobbi Brown Custom Makeup Palette One of my fave Aussie cosmetics brands is Bloom Cosmetics. I liken the brand to Stila because of the gorgeous girly packaging and innovative products that are fun to use and look fab where ever they're displayed.A few years back Bloom released this...

Talika Lash Conditioning Oil-Free Cleaner
on Nov 13, 2009 in Lashes eye makeup remover When it comes to eye makeup removers I'm pretty skeptical.  Thanks to my ma I've always used either baby or coconut oil to dissolve and remove the makeup followed by my usual face wash regimen.  Up till now I've never had issues regarding s...