Amazing new system from Sephora to match you with the correct colour from over 1,500 different foundations options. Has any of my USA followers tried this new system yet ? I’m very keen to know. please let me know below…….
xx
Category Archives: Shopping
Happy New Year !!!
Happy New Year to all my followers, I know it’s a little late but I’ve been very busy and hard at work/shopping over the holiday period and now that things are all slowly getting back to normal I wanted to give you a little inside look into whats coming up in 2014 on my blog.
So make sure you keep an eye out as i know some of these upcoming post are going to excite a lot of you…
Here’s a look at whats happening…….
Starting my very first YouTube Channel.
MASSIVE Sephora Haul from the USA.
Truck Load of Empties to review. (a few months worth)
Holiday Haul from Bath & Body Works.
#BeautyFF
Ok here is the idea, we all look forward to end of the week, Friday!!! Why not add something a little extra to treat yourself on a Friday.
My idea is that every Friday I will go try something new, grab a makeup or skincare sample from the department store to take home and try or just simply spray a new perfume. Can be anything you like, maybe even non beauty related if you love it that much then share it. Don’t stress if you don’t work or live near a department store. Find something around the home or office that you were recently given or picked up for free to try and use that. This is what it’s all about, trying something new.
Take 5 mins out of your day to learn about a new product or stop at a cosmetic house that you have never brought from before and see what surprises you.
Then head to twitter and post a picture of your find. I’m calling this Beauty Friday Freebie. Use the hash tag #fridayff
Look forward to see what everyone’s #fridayff is going to be and remember to have some fun with it.
Xx
Product Empties…
Current Empties.
Hey Everyone,
This time i thought i would share with you my rubbish! In the best possible way with a review of the products i have finished up over the past few weeks. There is some products i purchase over and over again, there is also some new products too.
So from Left to Right in the photo……..
1. Jurlique balancing foaming cleanser, this is a face cleanser i purchase over and over again. It was the first product i ever starting using daily from Jurlique. Its a prefect match for my oily skin and helps maintain and balance the oil while the calendula keeps my skin calm and protected. Would i repurchase: YES
2. Jurlique Lavender body oil, I received this body oil a long time ago as a gift for my birthday i think. a body oil is something i would never go out and buy, i just dont think about them. So the body oil stayed packed away and i didnt use it for months, until i was going though my mini department store (my walk in wardrobe, seriously it looks like a mini cosmetics store) and i found it again. I started to use it nightly on my arms and legs before bed as at that time i was working very long days and needed help to unwind before bed. It did the trick alright. sent me off to sleep like a baby from the lovely smell of lavender and my body felt so soft and smooth the next morning from using it. I started using it in the bath as well for a little extra treat and keep my body soft and smooth while bathing.
So would i repurchase: NOT SURE, purely cause I’m not a body oil guy, then again i enjoyed using it. so i’m not sure.
3. Clinique moisture surge extended thirst relief, this is a cult product that i got onto during my days working as cabin crew with Qantas. Flying so much around Australia and the world my skin was drying out badly in the cabin. So i tuned into galley FM or galley gossip to ask my fellow crew what moisturiser does everyone use while flying and this one came back with top recommendation.
Now that im no longer flying i don’t get though them as quick as i use to nor do i use it as my daily moisturiser. I only use this during times my skin calls SOS and needs a big drink of moisture. I buy this cream from Clinique once a year at christmas in a pack. they offer great value for this moisture surge pack, its normally priced at the same price as the moisturiser itself but comes with extra products like mini eye creams and sprays.
So would i repurchase: ONLY AT CHRISTMAS
4. Philosophy total matteness, OH MY!! i can not rave more highly of this product. I am no stranger to the philosophy product range, i LOVE the shower gels. So when this product came out only a few months ago i had to try it. Always looking for a way to control my oil and large pores.
This product is amazing and works!! it does for me. I use it as a primer under my foundation. Keeps my foundation in place all day and shine free. All of a sudden foundations and BB creams i could no longer wear cause of being to oily i can now wear and not fear that by lunch time i look like a BP oil rig. I’ve tried matte primers and all, they work well but this product works WONDERS!!!
So would i repurchase: YES.
5. Lancome Advance Genifique, little sample size i was given. Genifique and Visionnaire was my power couple i loved using together over the past few years. This product is marketed as a serum but i have always used this as a pre serum.
I love this product and i saw results with using it when i did. Maybe next time Lancome is in gift with purchase.
So would i buy full size: MAYBE
6. Estee Lauder Advance Night Repair, another little sample sized bottle i was given. Estee lauder has recently upgraded this serum to replace the old advance night repair, this serum works with your skins DNA to help repair and turnover skin cells. They say its like sleep in a bottle for when your skin doesn’t get enough rest. I would have to agree with this statement as i used this sample on a recent world wind trip away with little or no sleep at times, i did notice my skin looked fresh and awake even when i didn’t feel fresh and awake. So sleep in a bottle? maybe!!!
So would i buy full sized: YES
7. SK-II Facial Treatment essence, once again this is another one of my cult following products when i was flying, use to love buying it duty free as it was cheap in duty free and then crew discount on top of that. I stopped using this product after flying. Has this little sample sparked my long lost love for SK-II again??
Would i repurchase? YES!!!!!!!!!
Well as Porky Pig would say, that’s all folks. I hope you enjoyed my product empties and if you would like to add any of your thoughts on any of these products please do, just leave a comment below.
Have a great day and until next time,
xxx
Discover Herbal Recovery today and enjoy a FREE mask.
Good Morning Everyone,
Found a lovely email this morning in my inbox from Jurlique with their latest promotion. Spend $85 or more in one transaction on any products online or at a Jurlique concept store to receive your choice of a treatment mask as your free gift, valued up to $95. offer valid till 17th September 2013.
With the warmer weather now coming it’s a great time to give your skin a little extra TLC by doing a mask. I like to spoil myself and do a mask once a week to keep my skin happy, healthy and glowing. Also gives me a chance to escape and do a quick mediation.
So it’s a prefect opportunity to stock up on a few Jurlique products and get a free mask. (We all love something free) Of course my recommendation would have to be the Herbal Recovery Antioxidant Gel mask, I’ve been using that mask ever since Jurlique launched it and i love it. It’s prefect for the warmer months as it’s a gel based mask so it feels lovely and cool on your skin. I aslo like to use cream based masks during the winter months too.
After all this talk about masks, think i might do one tonight now myself.
Do you use a mask ? if so whats your go to mask product that never lets you down? would love to know, let me know in the comments below.
Have a wonderful week everyone…..
xx
MICHAEL KORS Fall 2013
Michael Kors 2013 Fall collection has hit stores, I was lucky enough to get the black Studded Selma tote from my local store in Sydney last week, page 30 if you have the catalogue. Completely in love with it!!!
Check out his collection and start making those Christmas wish lists!!!! Not long until Christmas 🙂
MICHAEL KORS 2013 FALL COLLECTION
The wait is finally over!!!
Meet Your New Best Friends
Foundation primer lovers the wait is finally over for USA Clinique lovers. I have been wishing and hoping for so many years now that Clinique would release a make up primer.
Clinique foundations where the very first foundation I started using over 10 years ago and it was love at first use. I now own the entire collection of Clinique’s foundations (on top of my already 25 plus foundations, yes i admit I’m a foundation junkie) so I’m very excited to hear this news from Clinique and best of all, not only did they came out with one universal face primer, like everyone else does, but a further five shades to help smooth and correct. Do i need all six shades? NO, but i want them.
Clinique’s Superprimer Face Primers Shades.
If you want to know more or if your lucky to be in the USA check out all the information here from Clinique’s site and purchase before they appear at your local counter.
Now all i have to do, is wait patiently and pray that Clinique releases these Superprimer face primers in Australia ASAP!!!! Clinique Australia i hope your listening..
If anyone has been lucky enough to use these primers yet or are thinking about getting one please let me know your thoughts, I have high hopes for these primers.
As always you are all beautiful !!
xx
EXTENDED!!! 1/2 price sale at Chemist Warehouse.
Hey followers.
Sorry for the long gap in posts recently, now that everything is back to normal for me i will keep all updated with the T on skincare and cosmetics.
I wanted to remind you all of this offer from Chemist Warehouse that’s been running for the past month. I received an email from them this morning announcing that their 1/2 price offer on all RIMMEL, REVLON, MAYBELLINE and SALLY HANSEN products has been extended, so don’t delay getting to your nearest Chemist Warehouse to grab your favourite products!!!
Let me know what you get…
‘Til next time, you are all beautiful. 🙂
MEN’S MONDAY MOMENT!
Pore Refining Solutions Instant Perfector
Hey Guys, back again with Mens Monday Moment. This week i want to talk about covering up man sized pores.
Does your nose have large sized pores and uneven skin tone? That you wish you could cover up, but not sure about makeup? Try Clinique’s Pore Refining Solutions Instant Perfector as my Mens Monday Moment weekly tip for you.
It comes in 3 different shades to help minimise the look of pores and also help with covering up redness you might have.
This is what Clinique has to say about their instant perfector.
“Look smooth and virtually flawless with pores that appear more than 50% smaller-instantly. Natural-looking matte finish lasts up to 8 hours. Resists sweat, humidity. In two skin tone shades or Invisible Bright for subtle brightening.”
Want to give it a go guys? You will find your nearest Clinique counter inside Myer or David Jones around Australia. Otherwise click here for Clinique’s Australia website.
50% off deal at Chemist Warehouse
Hey everyone,
This is a deal not to be missed by anyone!! Chemist warehouse current catalogue is offering 1/2 price on all Rimmel, Maybelline, Revlon and Sally Hansen products. So stock up everyone, I know I’m going to. Let me know what you pick up or if there is any items that shouldn’t be forgotten during a sale like this.
Until next time readers…you are all fabulous!!
Lancome Gift at Myer
Lancome is now in gift at Myer stores around Australia until 2nd June 2013. You get to pick from three different skin care duos to complement your gift. Why not pick up the new advanced Genifique trial bottle for only $55.
Clinique Moisture Surge CC Cream Hydrating Colour Corrector
Clinique has just launched their brand new CC Cream in the United States, which is not available in Australia yet so keep your fingers crossed for a quick release here. I am sure looking forward to trying their CC cream. Have not had much luck with BB creams in the past, so i stay away from them now.
This is what Clinique has to say about their new CC Cream.
“One simple step for glowing skin: hydrates, perfects, protects. Lightweight formula instantly colour corrects a range of complexion concerns. In seconds, you look like the picture of health. Brightens dullness, sallowness. Diminishes redness. That grey look on darker skin tones? CC gets it glowing. Oil-free hydration and sunscreen mean a more flawless look tomorrow, too.”
Any of my USA readers/followers tried this new CC cream yet? if so please let me know below in the comments box.
Until next time readers…you are all fabulous!!
Need some makeup wipes ?
Picked up some smartskin fragrance free cleansing wipes from Woolworths this week for only $1, they are on sale from $2.15
You get 25 in a packet, they are suitable for sensitive skin, they are alcohol and oil free.
Have no idea what these makeup wipes are going be like but if your looking for a cheap pack to leave in your desk draw or car, why not?
Will let you know what these wipes are like after i have used them!
Until next time readers…you are all fabulous!!
Maybelline New York 2 for $15 on all eye products
Once again bringing you my deal of the week, This week it’s for all my Australian readers, Chemist Warehouse is offering 2 for $15 on all eye products. Make sure you Mix-N-Match to get the best deal! Look out for the GWP with Maybelline Falsies mascara. Offer is valid till Sunday 12th May.
Will post soon my beauty haul from this week in the next coming days!!
* Online Offer * 15% off Rose Products 3 DAYS ONLY Also Rose moisture plus cream REVIEW!
Hey everyone! I had to share this with you. Jurlique is offering 15% off Rose products for 3 days only online, offer expires 11:59pm 27th April 2013.
My daily moisturiser for a while now has been the Rose moisture plus with antioxidant complex moisturising cream. I normally change my daily moisturiser every month or so to give my skin variety, until i was introduced to this moisturiser by Katrina from the Bondi Junction Jurlique store. Since then its become my favourite moisturiser to use month after month.
It smells like a lovely fresh bunch of roses right though to the very last drop in the tube. It goes on so soft and absorbs right into my skin, never leaving my face feeling greasy or sticky.
Another thing i love about this moisturiser is in the ingredients it contains turmeric, which has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties to take care of any blemishes that i might have.
If you are not already using any of Jurlique’s amazing Rose products i highly recommend you drop past your local Jurlique store or counter to experience it. For anyone around the Bondi Junction area. Call past and see Katrina, I am sure she would be more than happy to introduce you to Jurlique’s Rose range.
Or head to http://www.jurlique.com.au/products/rmc/rose-moisture-plus-with-antioxidant-complex-moisturising-cream to find out more.
Lancôme La Vie est Belle
Stuck on a wonderful gift idea for your mum this Mothers Day, or want to treat yourself maybe?
If you have not yet smelled this wonderful fragrance from Lancome HURRY in store now. You wont be disappointed! I am on my 2nd bottle…
From Lancôme’s website…
“La vie est belle”, a French expression meaning “Life is beautiful”; the manifesto of a new era. Universal yet personal, Lancôme’s femininity is a choice embraced by women, not an imposed standard. The choice to live one’s life and fill it with beauty. Your own way.
Lancôme has long fostered this conviction, and shares it today with all women in the form of an exceptional creation. The fragrance of joyful femininity and happiness. The fragrance that makes life more beautiful.
La vie est belle introduces a new olfactive story, the first ever iris gourmand. The juice is made with the most precious natural ingredients, a modern interpretation of an oriental fragrance with a twist of gourmand. It entwines the elegance of iris with the strength of Patchouli and the sweetness of a gourmand blend; for an incredible scent with depth and complexity.
2 Days ONLY 23rd / 24th April MASSIVE 40% off all cosmetics at Priceline
Don’t miss out my Australian followers, if you need any cosmetics hurry in to Priceline today or tomorrow for 40% off everything……
REVLON Photoready BB Cream
$5 off coupon
Got this $5 off coupon for Priceline to try the Revlon photo ready BB cream, has anyone tried it, if so what are your thoughts on it ? Should i get it? If you have not already tried it keep your eyes open for the review when i get it and Girl, i will give you the T on it.
BIG WEEK of Beauty Haul!!
Revlon Counter at David Jones
Hey there,
Headed out today with my mum for some makeup shopping to pick up some Revlon ColorStay items from the deals i listed in my ‘BIG WEEK Beauty deals’ post on April 16th.
I was good this time and managed to stick to my list of what items i wanted to get and cash in on some of the awesome deals.
From Priceline i got 2 new colorstay foundations, the new Revlon Colorstay foundation with the pump and higher SPF in combination/oily skin (shade 110 Ivory) and the Revlon Colorstay foundation whipped in shade 150 Buff Chamois. Offer they had was 2 for $45.00, which was good as the colorstay foundations RRP is $34.95.
Revlon Colorstay
Also from Priceline i pick up some glitter nail polish from Models Prefer, i cant help myself when it comes to glitter or anything that sparkels.. 30% off the entire range!!
Last thing from Priceline was a Bourjois Sweet Kiss Lipstick in shade 41 Beige elegant, I got this for $10 on sale from $26.00. It looked like a prefect fit and add to my never ending and never complete hunt for nude lipsticks, which i think no one should leave the house with bare lips, just like you would never leave the house naked!
Bourjois Sweet Kiss lipstick
From BIG W i managed to get the new Cover Girl outlast stay brilliant nail gloss in some ok colours, my local BIG W had like 3 colours to choose from…. (not a happy makeup camper) so i went a little further to my next nearest BIG W and they had much better colour rang to pick from. So i got colour 240 and 120. They are $3 each during the sale, normally $6.72.
Cover Girl outlast nail gloss in colour 120 (left) and colour 240 (right)
Last of all…….. With everything i picked up today i was able to get the FREE gift from Priceline (today was the last day for the gift and i got the last one too)
Now it is missing a few items cause i shared it with my mum, she only took some nail products and the bag it came in.
Priceline FREE GIFT of Beauty
Hope enjoyed my haul from today, i know i did! Now i will review and post photos of all the items i did get today so look out for that blog post coming soon. if you have any questions or want to let me know what you think of any products i got today please leave a comment below…
🙂
BIG Week of Beauty!!! Drug Store Brands SALE!
Hey everyone,
Wanted to share with you some really good deals this week on drug store branded makeup and skincare.
BIG W sale starts this Thursday 18th April till Wednesday May 1st. $10 off Revlon foundations, $5 off ALL L’Oreal products plus much more. My DONT MISS SPECIAL would have to be Covergirl outlast stay brilliant nails only $3 ($6.72 after sale)
Priceline has the FREE GIFT OF BEAUTY when you spend of $60 on selected cosmetic brands. Gift is valued at over $220. My DONT MISS SPECIAL would have to be the 2 for $45 on the entire Revlon Colorstay range. How could you say no?? be quick cause the sale and gift ends Monday 22nd April.
Coles is still doing the Beauty Bombshells promotion this week, the items that caught my eye the most would have to be the $10 Maybelline mascaras. Sale runs from Wednesday 17th till Tuesday 23rd April.
Woolworths is having buy two get one free on the entire Maybelline range and 20% all L’Oreal laser skincare range.
Oh and also dont forget to check out Chemist Warehouse if you have one near you. AWESOME deals on Maybelline colorsensational VIVIDS range. please be careful! my local chemist warehouse the specials didnt load into the computer correctly and nothing scanned at sale price. Had to go back and get it fixed!!
Well thats all for now, i smell a haul coming on from all these sales and offers. make sure you subscribe to my blog so you can keep update with everything.
HAPPY SHOPPING!!!!!
KennaCosmetics 