Luminesce products

Today I am going to talk about some products I’ve put to the test recently from Ella Bache.. The products I've been using include;  Ella Bache Hydra Jelly Moisture Shot* Ella Bache Detox Aromatique Extra Purifying Corrector Serum* Ella Bache Detox Aromatique Extra Mattyfying Cream* Ella Bache Creme Intex No. 2 Let’s start with the Ella Bache Hydra Jelly Moisture Shot , which is also one of the newer product launches. During the summer months, my combination skin is always getting a little greasier, and this Hydra Jelly Moisture Shot is absolutely perfect under those circumstances, as it helps balance oily skin by stabilising the natural oil production, while providing 24 hour hydration. Often very hydrating moisturisers are not ideal for my blemish prone skin, feeling thick and heavy, but not this one, as its name suggest, it has a clear jelly formula. It feels so super light and refreshing on the skin, and absorbs immediately without any greasiness, yet still giving the skin inten...

My two little boys have unfortunately taken from their dad, and have very sensitive skin. So while there’s a multitude of different kids skincare on the shelves, sadly we cannot just use anything on them. But we’ve recently put some products from CocoBare Baby to the test.  The products made from only naturally derived and the purest of ingredients, and dermatologically tested and formulated for babies delicate skin. And of course they are free from all the chemical nasties including parabens and palm oil free, and not tested on animals. The key ingredient in the products is coconut oil, which has healing benefits on the skin, as well as it penetrates deeper into the skin to moisturise and nourish the skin. Coconut oil also helps protects the skin from potential bacteria, and can help soothe skin conditions like nappy rash, eczema, and dry scalp. We tried the 2-in- 1 Shampoo and Body wash with hydrating Aloe Vera and Chamomile extract. The wash has a gorgeous gentle coconut scent a...

L-R: Versaille, Santiago, Quebec, Bergen, Walnut Grove and Windsor  I am really not enjoying the fact that it is now autumn and winter is fast approaching. , but what I do like, is that chance of season, means that the makeup brands often launch new exciting colour collections, and some of these new collections for the autumn and winter 2019 include the Mavala Heritage Colours Nail Polish Collection and the Mavala Legemd Lipstick Collection, which are available from April 2019.  If you’re not already familiar with Mavala, then I can briefly tell you that it is a Swiss brand that has been around for over 50 years, so it is tried and test and loved around the world. One thing that I particularly love about the Mavala Nail Polishes is that hey are free from all the chemical nasties including formaldehyde, toluene, camphor, phthalate, parabens, rosin, nickel as well as they do no contain any animal ingredients. I also really love the small bottles containing 5ml, as I never ever...

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...

My hair has seriously suffered this summer. It is usually in a petty good condition, but for some reason, the summer sun has really taken its toll on my long, thick coloured hair, and has left it looking a tad dull and dry and frayed at the ends. But then I put some haircare products from Tigi Copyright Custom Care* to the test… I tried the following products; Tigi Copyright Custom Care Repair Shampoo  Tigi Copyright Custom Care Repair Conditioner Tigi Copyright Custom Care Repair Booster Tigi Copyright Custom Care Colour Lustre Oil Tigi Copyright Custom Care Repair range has been designed to help repair damaged, breakage prone hair with a unique Colour Care Complex™ infused system which is a blend of Keratin, Lipids and Coconut Oil. This helps strengthens the bonds within the hair fibre and smooths external damage for a hair that is better protected against future damage, including heat damage and breakage, improving with each wash. The  Tigi Copyright Custom Care Repair Sham...

These days I am always on the go, it seems. Between school drop-offs and pickups, it seems I barely get home before it’s time to leave again. And for the past year, I’ve pretty much reached for my beloved The Sak Pax leather cross-over handbag daily, as it simply incredible, and in spite of using it so much, you’d never know. Speak of amazing quality! (you can read more about here ). So needless to say that when I was kindly gifted a new The Sak handbag, I couldn’t have been more excited.   If you have not heard of  The Sak  before, it is one of the USA’s largest handbag companies that have been around for over two decades, and today are sold in over 850 speciality stores across 24 countries – including Australia. I selected the The Sak Ladera Leather Crossbody in Black (though it is also available in several stunning shades such as cognac, mint and arctic blue). The Sak Ladera Leather Crossbody is made of the softest leather you ever did see. And so thick a...

If there is something I love, it is when brands step up and support a great cause, and that is exactly what Australian beauty brand, Wrinkles Schminkles is doing this March. Wrinkles Schminkles has joined forces with Pink Hope and created The Chest Revival Kit.  The partnership with Pink Hope is very close to heart of the founder, Gabrielle, who has seen the two women closest to her, her mother and sister battle cancer, which left here with a strong desire to help support and make a difference. Pink Hope is a non-profit charity and network that help support families suffering from breast and ovarian cancer, helping individuals assess, manage and reduce their risk of breast and ovarian cancer, while providing personalised support to at-risk women. The Pink Hope x Wrinkles Schminkles Chest Revival Kit is designed for a little TLC with these safe, affordable product designed to restore the decollete. The kit includes; Chest Silicone Pad Cleaning Solution  Morning After Glow Serum...