Lush Lip Scrub - My Boy Lollipop, Bubblegum Flavor

Sweet Sweet Goodness! My New Love!

 This may sound creepy, but lips are one of the first things I notice about people. There is nothing worse than looking at people with manky, cracked, dry lips.

To avoid said manky, cracked lips, I recently purchased the lip scrub from 'Lush' in the flavor 'My Boy Lollipop' which is a bubblegum flavor.

As you can see, the packaging is just your standard lip tub - which is a good. It's 25grams and it's actually really sturdy. 

I wont lie, when you open this - the scent is amazing! Imagine a lolly shop with free samples everywhere! - this is what you smell. You know everything smells better when its free and to be honest, the product could be complete rubbish and I'd be in love from the scent alone!

Luckily for me however, it is amazeballs! It really exfoliates my lips and leave's them feeling smooth and smelling of amazingness!(What would a post from me be without the creation of a word or two) The only problem - I kinda want to eat it, like all of it, with the possible use of a spoon. I kid, but really - It smells good enough to eat!

This retails for $9.95 and also comes in another flavor 'Mint Julips - Pepperminty Scrub'. 

I will definitely be repurchasing this when I run out!

Has anyone used any other scrubs that I should check out?

Until Next Time, 
Beck xxx

Revlon - Just Bitten Kissable Lip Balm Stain

The packaging is actually a beautiful vibrant pink!

It’s no secret I love a bold lip! It can give a nice finish to ANY makeup look.

  

I recently picked up the Revlon Just Bitten Kissable Balm Stain (not to be confused with the plain lipstain) in the color Sweetheart Valentine. Let me tell you - This product is amazing!

The initial color is super pigmented and incredibly easy to apply. The product is crème based rather than many of the ‘texta type’ lip stains that are around at the moment.

Excuse the dodgy pic - but you get the idea! This color is BRIGHT!

The initial boldness doesn’t last the longest of time (about as long as a normal lippie) However, the product leaves a nice color on the lip which lasts a super long time. 

The packaging is great! It is a strong plastic tube and the actual stain is a twist up crayon, which allows for easy application. 

The product retails for around $17.95 however, I picked it up at the ‘Chemist Warehouse’ 50% off sale, so grabbed it for around $9.

I will definitely be trying more colors in this range. I am in love with this product!

Can anyone recommend any other shades I should try?

Until Next Time,

Beck xxx

My First Fitness Post!

It is currently Sunday the 19^th of May 2013 at approximately 9pm and it has just hit me – the City2surf is in exactly 12 weeks!

Although 12 weeks seems like a long time, it's actually really close. Hence the blog post!

I have recently started a new healthy lifestyle program with the help of the gym (I go to Anytime fitness) and my personal trainer Claire. I thought, what better way to keep track of my progress than via my blog and my YouTube channel.

I have decided, that each Sunday, I will film and upload a video to my YouTube channel and discuss my weekly progress. I will also discuss any challenges I face, what I’m loving/hating and just a basic rant from me. I also wanted to open my blog up to any new fitness things I find interesting. Be it a new piece of clothing, a class or a recipe. I want the freedom to post that sort of stuff on here.

I hope you all can wish me luck in this new journey – I wont lie, I am crazy nervous.

Has anyone reading this blog completed the city2surf before? Am I crazy for doing it? Who knows!

Wish me Luck!!

Until Next Time

Beck xxx

Palmers Cocoa Butter Formula - Gentle Exfoliating Facial Scrub

Sold at most supermarkets/Priceline for around $10

I am currently adoring this exfoliant and thought I'd share it with anyone that reads this blog.

I picked this up from Woolworths (standard supermarket) for around $10.

I have extremely confused (weird) skin. Sometimes it's oily, other times its dry. While I don't suffer from sensitive skin, there's many a product that will leave me with a slight redness after application - so for me this product was a godsend!

The packaging is simple yet practical. You only need the smallest amount of product to cover your whole face. I have been using this product for 3 weeks now and I feel as though there is still plenty left. The micro beads in the formula are not too harsh on the skin, and the product has an amazing scent!

After an initial breakout, my skin is looking and feeling amazing! (If i do say so myself)

Has anyone tried any other of the Palmers Palmers Cocoa Butter Formula  products?

Until Next Time

Beck xx 

Current Loves!

You know it's going to be a good day when not only do you make the early train BUT you also get a seat!

I know I haven't blogged for a bit, so to get back into the swing of things I thought id let you know some of things I've been loving while I've been away.

Better Crocker - Chocolate Chip Cookie Candle

I recently found these at a $2 store (for $2) and I have to say... It's love! These candles smell like different Betty Crocker baked goodies! My personal fave is the 'Choc Chip Cookies' however, they are all amazing. Ordinarily they retail for around $15 but are definitely worth it.

Chanel Lip Gloss

I got this a while ago, however, I've only recently started using it again. This is in the color 119, and it is a beautiful pink with an amazing shine. For a gloss it has amazing staying power and really gives my lips a 'fuller' look! It retails for around $30.  I will definitely be repurchasing this product once I'm done!! 

Nike Trainers

I am currently on a 'Bali Body transformation' (dedicated blog post on that soon) so I have been hitting up the gym fairly regularly. These trainers are super comfy and supportive, and I adore the pink. They retail for around $200

Nashville - TV Show

This show just makes me want to pack up all my stuff, quit my job and move to Nashville to pursue country music - I've actually just started earning guitar because of it! If you haven't checkout out this show - I strongly recommend it. It's a mixture between, Glee, Smash and Dallas? Either way I love it - and I'm majorly girl crushing on Hayden Panettiere!

So that's where I've been! Nothing too exciting but it's been a nice relaxing time.

I hope everyone has had a fantastic January!

Until Next Time!

Beck xxx

Blush Palette

I have only just realized how much a lovely blush can enhance your every day look. As I am new to the wonderful world of blush I am hesitant to spend absurd amounts of money on bright colors that may or may not suit my skin tone. Enter The Blush Palette. 

I recently picked up this blush palette off eBay. It has some bright colors which I was really interested in trying to help me decide if I should invest in more daring shades.

The palette has 10 shades ranging from a beautiful pink to a deeper red. I have tried most of the shades and I have to admit, I love all of them. 

I was skeptical at first about the quality of the blush, however, it has a fanastic color pay off and really lasts a long time on the skin.

I am definitely more comfortable with brighter/different blush colors now and I look forward to trying many more. 

Do you have any blushes you recommend?

Until Next Time

Beck x

Australis - Nail Polish Review!

Australis Nail Color - Intense Colour with High Shine & Streak Free

I recently posted this picture on my Instagram, and received some lovely compliments on the color, so thought I would review the polish for you.  

Let me just put it out there and say it… I love Australis Products. I think they offer great quality, while staying affordable – which is something I think is fantastic.

I've had this polish for a while (It was actually a Christmas gift) However, I still really love the color. This is in the color 51059 Peek-a-boo, The purple is the perfect shade for the current gelato/pastel colors that are huge at the moment.

The polish applies so well, you really only need 2 coats and could get away with one if you were in a rush. I apply a top coat, but its purely to seal the color. It gives a lovely shine just by itself.

I was skeptical at first as it claims to be ‘streak free’ but somehow, in the drying process it just mixes together and gives you a nice professional looking finish. It is a perfect consistency also, which is something I look for in my nail polishes.

The brush is a fantastic size and really allows the polish to spread evenly. The packaging is just your average nail polish bottle, but lets be real here – you don’t really need a fancy bottle if the product is amazing.

I love this color – I am going to be so sad when it runs out, but I definitely look forward to trying more Australis Nail Polishes.

Thanks for reading!

Until Next Time,

Beck xxx

Chanel Eau Douceur Cleansing Water Review

Chanel Eau Douceur - Costs Around $63

If you have watched my YouTube Channel you will see I am currently in love with the Chanel Eau Doucur Cleansing Water aka fancy Makeup Remover. So much so, I have decided to do a review here on my blog rather than just mentioning it as part of a video.

I was initially skeptical about spending so much money on a makeup remover however, the ever so charming man at Chanel had me wrapped tightly around his little finger.

It comes in 150ml container which lasts a long time. However, for the the price, and brand expectation the packing is a smidgen cheap looking (This could just be me bring pretentious)

The pump is a good size and the actual product smells lovely. It wipes on easily and simply absorbs into the skin while your makeup comes off.

There are times I have to wear makeup that is extremely heavy and this really gets this off with out making too much of a mess, both on my skin and on the makeup pad. I use 2 round makeup pads, one for my face and neck and one for my eyes. On days I don't have much makeup on at all I just use the one pad. It actually amazed me how far the product spreads.

It leaves my skin feeling moisturized and fresh which I love. I find some makeup removers dry out your skin and leave a tingly feeling but this is the total opposite of that. It hydrates and really cleans your face as well as removing any makeup you may be wearing.

I love this product, I will definately re-purchase this. Even though it is expensive, I definately think its a fantastic investment for your skincare routine.

What are some makeup removers you like?

Also, to say thanks for reading, I am putting together a giveaway for my 20th post, so stay tuned!

Until Next Time
Beck xxx

Tight-Ass Tuesday - Australis Lip Butter

For this installment of Tight-ass Tuesday, I thought I would talk about a lip product. Lips are one of the first things i notice on a person, so I always try and make sure my lips are looking good.

Australia Lip Butter - Ringa Rosey

I recently found this lip butter from Australis. As they are celebrating 25years, Priceline has a 25% off sale on the entire Australia range.

As a result of the sale, it cost around $3 but when not on sale it retails for about $5 so its still well within the Tight Ass Tuesday guidelines.

I got the color Ringa Rosy which is a nice subtle pink. It is not super pigmented, however it's extremely moisturizing which is something I look for in a lip butter. I also hate when you use your finger to apply a gloss and it's so pigmented you are left with a messy finger so this product is ideal for me.

I absolutely adore the packing, I think it's so cute. There is a small display mirror on the inside of the lid, which I love also. I think the concept of the ball like container is fun and it's easy to open and get the product.

I love this product, I will definitely be popping along to Priceline soon to check out some different colors.

Has anyone tried any of the other colors that they recommend?

Until Next Time
Beck xxx