Review: Original Source Bodywash

In my bathroom cupboard I have a basket of over twenty body washes however after trying one of the Original Source shower gels just before Christmas I have been neglecting the rest of my collection. It is now a must have for me and I don't think I could go back to another brand of body wash/shower gel. 

If you have never tried anything by Original Source you are missing out! They are a fun brand that make Shower gels, Hand Washes as well as a Men's Range. Their products use natural ingredients, they don't test on animals and they strive to make showering and bathing an experience instead or a routine.

The Original Source shower gels smell delicious! They come in an extensive range of intense scents including Vanilla Milk & Raspberry, Mint & Tea Tree, Lime Shower, Shea Butter & Honey, Lavender & Tea Tree, Lemon & Tea Tree, XXX Black Mint as well as a couple of limited editions including Chocolate & Mint (My all time favorite!) and Pink Grapefruit. 

I have used up at least four bottles of these and just started another. I am completely in love with these! To me they are the perfect shower gel, they foam up nicely and clean perfectly. Leaving you feeling fresh and moisturized not to mention smelling amazing! Through out the day you get whiff's of the scent without smelling too intense like you have dumped a whole bottle of lolly scented perfume on you which is what I have found some sweet scented body washes to do. 

The Original Source comes in a thin bottle that easily fits into any shower caddy or on any shower shelf and contains 250mls of product. You can pick one up from most supermarkets and chemists for under five dollars making it an absolute steal! I can not recommend these enough! Go smell one for yourself today. 

http://www.originalsource.com.au/

Drugstore haul

So I did a little damage, made a little dent in my wallet... But it was very overdue! I haven't purchased any makeup in months now so this was a little treat for me. A few repurchases and as well as a few new things I spotted.

Products Purchased:

Original Source Breath taking XXX Black Mint Shower Gel.

Formula 10.0.6 So Totally Clean Everyday Cleanser 

Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Eraser Dark Circles in Brightener

Revlon PhotoReady Blush in 003 Pink Rose

Revlon Grow Luscious lashliner in 002 Espresso

Models Prefer Mineral Eye shadow Duo in Panda Eyes

Maybelline The Colossal Volum' Express Smokey Eyes Mascara

Maxfactor Smokey Eye Effect Eye shadow in Bronze Haze

Covergirl Flamed Out Shadow Pencil in Melted Caramel

Revlon Color Burst Matte Balm in Elusive

Revlon Color Burst Matte Balm in Standout

Revlon Color Burst Matte Balm in Shameless

Maybelline Color Elixir in Raspberry Rhapsody

I am so excited that the Maybelline Color Elixir's are finally in Australia! I had such a hard time just choosing one colour but because they are a bit more on the pricey side and I am yet to try them I thought I better contain myself! I ended up getting Raspberry Rhapsody and am sure it will be the start of a large collection!

Another purchase I am extremely excited for is the Revlon Color Burst Matte Balm's. I hadn't planned on buying any of these, then I swatched one... It was love at first swatch! They are so smooth and opaque, I will do a blog post with swatches and review.

Reviews on a few of these products I picked up coming up, keep an eye out for a post on Original Source in the next few days!

xoxo

Mothers Day Gift Guide

Spoil your mum this Mothers day with one of these gifts!

1. Wrapped Tulips from Interflora

2. The Crafty Minx At Home by Kelly Doust from Booktopia

3. iPad Air from Apple

4. Oroton Metier iPad clutch from Oroton

5. Design Bloggers at Home by Ellie Tennant from Booktopia

6. Viktor & Rolf Flowerbomb Eau de Parfum from David Jones

7. Jurlique Rose Hand Cream from David Jones

I know my mum would be happy to receive any of these gifts! 

Mint To Be

Every one that knows me, knows my favorite color is mint, I wear it, I decorate my house with, I even don't mind eating it! Here are a few mint home wares that are on my wish list at the moment. 

Mint Chevron Arrows throw pillow from Etsy store La Feliz

Home Republic Portland Throw in mint from Adairs

Geometric Heart Print from Etsy store Paper And Plum

Mini Pouf in shimmery mint from Etsy store Spell it with Peas

And last but certainly not least, because this is my absolute favorite and has been on my wish list for the longest time. It is the Malmo Stool in mint from Domayne

If only it was mint to be! xx

Makeup Starter Kit

When you are young and starting out with makeup it is a fun and exciting time but walking into the beauty section and seeing all the different products it can be so overwhelming! So I have put together what I think would be the perfect makeup starter kit and a few little tips.

So what is inside the kit? Here is a breakdown:

Revlon ColourStay Liquid Foundation 

Revlon ColourStay Blemish Concealer 

Rimmel Stay Matte Powder 

ELF Blush in Fushia Fusion

Chi Chi Eyeshadow Palette in Glamorous Nudes

Maybelline Color Tattoo in Tough as Taupe  

Rimmel Scandal Eyes Show Off Mascara 

Baby Lips Loves Color 

NYX Butter Gloss in Creme Brulee 

Real Techniques Powder Brush

Manicare Angled Blush Brush

Essence Smokey Eyes Brush

I have used Revlon ColorStay for the longest time and swear by it, It can be built up for full coverage or worn as a thin layer. Rimmel's Stay Matte powder and Real Techniques powder brush work perfectly together to keep you shine free all day which is great if you are at school or work!

This ELF blush looks bright in the palette but with a quick sweep across the apples of your cheeks using the angled blush brush you can achieve a gorgeous flushed look. The sparkles in this transfer more as a slight shimmer which is great to make young skin look dewy.

Chi Chi make some of the best makeup and this palette is no exception! The amount of looks you can make is endless, from a sweep of one of the matte colors across the lid for an everyday look to a night time look with a shimmer and a dark cut crease. To make your eye shadow last all day I recommend using a base, such as the Maybelline Color Tattoo in Tough as Taupe. This is a great neutral color that even can be used on its own.

Finish off your look with a coat of mascara and a slick of baby lips tinted lip balms for moisture and a cute pop of color, or if you prefer something more glossy a NYX butter gloss would be my recommendation, not only do they smell amazing they are highly pigmented, easy to apply and not too sticky.

Happy Makeup Shopping xx