Luminesce products

You guys probably know by now how much I love, or should I say, addicted to Vitamin products I am, when a bottle of the Medik8 Crystal Retinal 10* landed on my desk, I couldn’t wait to try. I have started from the ‘ground’ up, as you should with retinol, to get the skin used to it, and used all lower strengths of the Medik8 retinols, and let me say, they’re all incredible, regardless of the ‘level’ you’re at. The Medik8 Crystal Retinal is made with retinaldehyde, a super-charged derivative of vitamin A, that works with the skin to enhance collagen production and speed up cellular turnover. All vitamin A needs to be converted to retinoid acid before it can take effect by the skin, and essentially, the fewer conversions the product need to make to reach that level, the more effective and the quicker it start working. It needs to go through these stages; Retinol → Retinaldehyde → Retinoic Acid That also means that Retinoic Acid has been clinically proven to work faster than retinol, at fo...

My skin has always been trouble some. Even today where I should be focusing on anti-ageing, warding off lines and wrinkles and reducing pigmentation, on top, I am forever battling hormonal breakouts. That can often be a tough cookie, as often anti-ageing products are simply too intense and rich for my combination skin. I am very fortunate that I often get to try out some incredible products, which I’ll forever be grateful for, but when a whole skincare regimen from Skinstitut landed on my desk, needless to say I got very excited. I have heard a lot of amazing things about Skinstitut, so I couldn’t wait to try all the products. Skinstitut is an Australian cosmeceutical skincare range using premium, potent and cutting edge cosmical grade ingredients based on proven blends of AHA’s, Retinoids, Vitamin C, Peptides, Antioxidants and SPF technology. And what I really love, is that the cruelty free company also believes that high-end skincare should be accessible to everyone, and consequently...

Yes, I know it, I’ve said it many times before, but one of my fave brands is Medik8, for the pure reason that they products simply work on my ageing, pigmented, blemish prone skin. I also love that the brand is always on the forefront with technology, and constantly is bring out new and more advanced products. For the last few months, I’ve put a selection of their newest to the test.. Medik8 Micellar Mousse  Medik8 Advanced Night Restore  Medik8 Advanced Night Eye Medik8 Liquid Peptides Medik8 White Balance Brightening Serum  Let’s start with the Medik8 Micellar Mousse . Most brands have a micellar water in the range, and I admit that I love them. They are so effective at removing makeup, and whilst not always required, I do love splashing water in my face after taking my makeup off. This Medik8 product is a little different as it is actually not a micellar water, well, it comes in a liquid form, but once pumped out, it is a mousse consistency, which I actually really lik...

I have always tried to look after my skin the best of my ability, including trying to use the best possible skincare for my skin type, as well as try to be as healthy as possible with lots of fresh fruit and veggies, and drink a considerable amount of water. But that doesn't mean that I am completely satisfied with my skin, but I guess most never are. But lately there has been an increasing amount of beauty supplements enter the market, that claims to feed your skin essential complexion boosting nutrients that optimise the skin’s health from within on a cellular level. One of those brands is Beauty Boosters, which I have put to the test for the last few weeks.. There are three different Beauty Boosters in the range; Glow Getter, Collagen-C and Complexion Perfection, which are designed to work synergistically, with carefully balanced dosages to optimise skin health and well being. The Collagen - C contains Vitamin C to supports the production of collagen and connective tissues withi...

Less than a week until Christmas, and if you're still stuck for some great ideas, here's a few more for you... These days we all have our phones with us pretty much around the clock, and yes, using the calendar in the phone is handy for reminders on the go - and while I am certainly also making use of that - for me there is still nothing like making to-do lists and ticking them off, and simply seeing things right in front of me in an ‘old fashioned’ planner. And if you’re the same, I have got the most gorgeous one to show you.  You’ve no doubt heard of Collins Debden , the Scottish company that’s been around since 1819, and known for their notebooks, organisers, calendars and diaries. And this year they’ve got a special diary edition out which has been made in collaboration with Savile Row.  Named after the famed suits from Savile Row, this all new bespoke Collins Debden Savile Row 2019 Diary is definitely one for the fussy one like me. The design is a combination of genuine ...

Have you got little kids and struggling with ideas of what to give them... then I've got you covered with a large selection of cool toys, many of which are educational at the same time...  Guess who has made a comeback - Polly Pocket !! I grew up playing with Polly Pocket, and now, 30 years after the original launch, she’s back with a range of super adorable toys suitable for girls. The Polly Pocket Snowball Surprise contains a cute little compact play set with a little house that opens up with a house on one side and a snow scene with skiing slope on the other side. The snow also contains slow cute little details such as a ice skating rink, and a ski lift, while the house has a little e bedroom and a lounge room. The st also comes with two little polly Pockets for the ultimate fun. But the range is huge, with lots of differs collectables available. Suitable for kids aged 3+ years. Polly Pocket Snowball Surprise - RRP: $29.95 Available from Myer, Kmart and Big W For the boys ...