March Bellabox 2014

My final Bellabox! I've really enjoyed getting these! And yes, I do realise it's the middle of April... oops.

 

Pantene Aqua Light Shampoo and Conditioner
I absolutely loved these!! I've bought them again because they just made my hair feel amazing! My hair does get weighed down sometimes (I do have quite a lot of it!) and this specialises in making your hair feel lovely and light, and it did a pretty good job of it!
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Swisse Bioactive Nature Oil
I actually used this as a nail and cuticle oil and it was lovely! I didn't use the oil for anything else so I cant say much about it's effect on stretch marks or scars.
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Natralus Paw Paw Pure Gel
I used this on a horrid mosquito bite and it provided relief for about 5 minutes. I'm very sensitive to insect bites, so maybe if it was another person it would be a bit more effective? It's hard to say!
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Glamourflage Madam Em Bubble Bath
Oooo this smelt like heaven!! Sweet and fruity, my favourite! It was a strong grapefruit scent and made heaps of bubbles. I loved it!
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ModelCO Party Proof Lipstick
When I first saw the colour I didn't think I would like it, as it has a bit of a brown undertone. However once I put it on I actually loved it! It looks nice and natural, and very creamy so it's not drying at all. It also comes with a little mirror on the side, which is such a neat idea!
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Glam 3 in 1 Nail Art Pens with Jewels
I loved the idea of this, but it's quality kind of disappointed me. The jewels came off very easily and the stickers kept ripping! I would have loved it, otherwise.
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Review: Pati Dubroff Luster Lips

Pati Dubroff Luster Lips. $20 for a pack of 5 from Costco.
(From left to right) Persimmon, Bare Petal, Honeysuckle, Rosebloom, Dark Orchid

There honestly isn't one think I dislike about these Lip Crayons. I've been carrying around at least one in my bag ever since I bought them! They glide on easily and moisturise like a lip balm, but look like a lipstick when on. They are very pigmented, the colours are gorgeous, and would suit absolutely everyone. The back of the packet suggests using two of the Lip Crayons to create a new colour, which I thought was awesome! My favourite mix of colours are Bare Petal and Honeysuckle, it looks soooo pretty!

I seriously recommend this to anyone and everyone, even if you're not the biggest fan of lip products - these are easy to apply, last a long time and moisturise. It's brilliant quality and at a very affordable price. I'm not sure if you can buy them anywhere other than Costo, but if you're there, definitely check them out.

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February Bellabox 2014

Aveda Pure Abundance Style Prep
I tried this for a couple of days and it didn't give my hair any added volume from what I can tell. It does make your hair smell really, really nice though!

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Burt's Bees Naturally Nourishing Milk and Honey Body Lotion

I'm a big fan of Burt's Bees - it always works really well for me. The same goes for this lotion - it smells great, keeps my skin feeling moisturized for the duration of the day, and is silky soft!

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Shanghai Suzy Lipstick

This colour is not one I'd normally wear, but I do think its one I could get used to! It's very bright and pretty, and I love the way it looks when its on. Only thing I didn't like was that it dried out my lips (although most matte lipsticks do that to be honest).

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Romy Shampoo & Conditioner
Wasn't impressed with this shampoo, it did not lather whatsoever and my hair wasn't feeling clean at all. The conditioner, on the other hand, was wonderful. Nourishing and left my hair soft and silky.

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Gaia Skin Natuals Pink Grapefruit and Jasmine Foaming Cleanser

The smell of this cleanser really wasn't to my taste, however it worked pretty well. It removed my makeup and left my skin feeling great. I was surprised that it was called a 'foaming cleanser', when it didn't foam at all? Very odd..

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Lavanila The Healthy Fragrance Vanilla Grapefruit

This smells AMAZING. Exactly how it's described - just like vanilla and grapefruit. It's sweet and strong, but not overpowering. I love it!

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February Favourites

Hello munchkins! I had a pretty fab February, quite busy though I must say. Hopefully March will be a bit more chilled. Moving on... here are my February Favourites! Enjoy!

FLOWERS IN THE ATTIC - VIRGINIA ANDREWS

I've not finished this book just yet so I can't give you a proper review, but what I can tell you is that I simply haven't been able to put it down! It's a fairly old book and definitely keeps you on your toes, and I was engaged within the first few chapters, which is something I really love in a book.

LES MISÉRABLES SOUNDTRACK

The movie is flawless and so is the soundtrack. I've been listening to this soundtrack non-stop, some of my favourites are 'One Day More', 'A Heart Full Of Love' and 'On My Own'. The theatre production will be in Australia later this year, and I absolutely cant wait to see it!

GARNIER BB CREAM

This BB cream is my saviour on a school morning. I don't need to bother wasting time (that could be spent sleeping in) by putting on moisturizer, concealer or foundation, I just slap this on and go! It feels wrong skipping so many steps but, what can I say? It moisturizes, lasts the whole day and looks great!

CUTEX QUICK N GO TOP COAT
This is the absolute best top coat ever. It not only adds a lovely shine, it protects the colour like no other top coat I've tried. It goes without chipping for at least one week. It's not expensive, and works a charm, so I definitely recommend it!!


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January Bellabox 2014

My very kind Mum gave me a 3-month subscription to Bellabox for Christmas. This was the first one I received, so I thought I would do a review on the products they gave me!

 

Palmolive Ayurituel Shower Gel

This was a great shower gel, it lathered well and left my skin feeling clean and soft. It's very gentle which is a plus for sensitive skin. The only thing I didn't really like was the smell of it.

4/5

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Phytomer Hydra Original Thirst Melting Cream

I liked this moisturizer a lot actually, it kept my skin hydrated throughout the entire day. It was light, absorbent and silky. Big tick!

4/5

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INM Australia Out The Door Topcoat

I was quite disappointed with this topcoat. At first it looked glossy and reflective on my nails, but they had chipped within one day. 

2/5

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Avène Hydrance Optimale Rich Hydrating Cream

This is an excellent moisturizer! My skin felt super nourished and healthy after using this only a few times. I think my skin is Normal to Oily, but a bit dehydrated. This moisturizer is for Dry to Very Dry Skin, but was fine for me when I used it sparingly on the oily areas of my face (T-zone). It's very exxy; $91 for 50ml, so I wouldn't buy it myself. Although if you're willing to spend that much, then I definitely recommend it!

5/5

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Tuscan Tan Wash Off Bronzing Mousse

I was quite excited to try this as it would be my first time using a fake tan, although when I went to try it out, the pump wasn't working and the mousse wouldn't come out. Very disappointing!

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Model Co Fat Lash Volumising Mascara

This mascara had the best brush I've ever used! It's a standard brush but with a small knob on the end which is perfect for your bottom lashes. It makes your lashes look very long and full, although sometimes it can become a little clumpy. 

4/5

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Wotnot Facial Wipes

I'm not a fan of facial wipes, so I didn't have very high hopes for these ones. Surprisingly, they were quite good! They removed all of my makeup - even waterproof mascara! I could feel that they were not fully cleansing my face and pores, it removed everything on the surface - no more. I think these wipes are ideal for if you are staying at a friends, not for everyday use.

3/5

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Review: Katy Perry Killer Queen

My amazing Mum bought me Katy Perry's 'Killer Queen' fragrance for Christmas (thank you, again!). I decided to do a little review because, well.. why not? 

 This is Katy Perry's third fragrance, she decided to name it 'Killer Queen' after the song by Queen.

Lets start with the most important thing - the smell! It is a beautiful fragrance, easily one of my favourites. I would describe it as sweet, fruity and floral. Even with all those sugary and sweet smells, it's not overpowering or sickly - just to my taste. Unlike most perfumes, I genuinely think this could be worn at any time - day, night, winter, summer... It's extremely versatile. It doesn't wear off immediately, but I wouldn't say it's 'long lasting' either.

I do love the bottle, although I wish it came with some sort of stand as the bottle has to lay on it's side. Having it stand upright would much better fit the idea of a 'Killer Queen'... don't you think? I loved the packaging too, very royal and sophisticated.

Overall, I'm very impressed with this perfume and would give it an 8/10. I'm obsessed with the fragrance and wouldn't change anything about it, however the bottle and longevity could do with some improving.

What are your thoughts on Katy Perry's perfumes? Have you tried any? Would you?

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Review: The Book Thief

Hi everyone! I hope you have all had a lovely Christmas :)

I have just finished reading The Book Thief by Markus Zusak, and I can honestly say it is one of the most incredible, moving books I have ever read. 

The story is about a young girl, Liesel Meminger, and is set in 1939, Nazi Germany. At age nine, she is sent to a town named Molching to live with foster parents Rosa and Hans Hubermann. On the train journey to Molching, Liesel finds and takes a small book buried in the snow. She is taught by Hans how to read and write, and discovers her passion for words. Slowly, Liesel acquires many more books, as well as forming close bonds with those around her.

The novel is labelled Teenage Fiction, however I believe the story would be appreciated by people of any age (about 14+). It is so beautifully written and captured me instantly. I simply cannot recommend this book enough; it's a classic.

There's also a movie coming out soon which I'm hoping will be fantastic and remain true to the book. Here's the trailer for anyone interested!

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