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Name of Product(s): Hyperglossy liquid liner

Brand: Maybelline

RRP: $9.95 at Priceline

Review: Not going to lie, this little guy can be a bit hard to get a hang of at first especially if you’re not used to using liquid liners. But the learning curve (which can take a couple of days) is definitely worth the end result! The colour payoff is a very intense black that is long wearing (It stays on my eyes for 8 hours no problem)! The formula is smooth and easy to apply however the brush can get a little hard to work with towards the end of the bottle, especially with hairs popping out so I recommend you tweeze out an stray brush hairs to avoid them ruining your crisp lines on your winged eyeliner look!

Overall Rating: 9/10

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Beauty Tip!

Hey guys if you are struggling with a flaky scalp I have finally found the perfect long lasting solution. And it’s Lush’s Hair Doctor (RRP: $14.95) which is a great scalp treatment that lasts for up to 4 weeks. Just massage it into your scalp once a week and leave it in for 20-30 minutes for a noticeable difference! It even smells amazing and is very refreshing! I then pair this with Lush’s Squeaky Green Shampoo Bar (RRP: $13.95) and Jungle Conditioner (RRP: $7.95) and not only does my hair smell amazing and look healthier but my scalp feels completely clean and restored! Additionally, once a week to maintain that healthy glow I also use a Lush Hair Treatment called H'Suan Wen Hua (RRP: $19.95) to give my hair that extra shine!

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Name of Product(s): MAC Lipstick in Please Me

Brand: MAC

RRP: $36 at a MAC Store or at a MAC Counter at select Myer and David Jones Stores

Review: Love. Love. Love. This the perfect everyday colour for your lips, that make them look amazing without drawing too much attention (when you just feel like a low key look)! I love using this colour to uni, because it definitely makes your lips look great and I feel like it would also work well with all types of skin! It is just a subtle pinkish colour that is pretty yet subtle. The texture of this lipstick is very smooth and almost hydrating (my lips don't feel as dried out as with other matte lipsticks). I highly recommend this bad boy as an essential for everyone!

Overall Rating: 10/10

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Name of Product(s): Grease Lightning

Brand: Lush

RRP: $13.95 at Lush

Review: This is such a great skincare essential! I use this on a daily basis and it has dramatically reduced my breakouts and the redness of any areas where I did have the occasional spot. I cannot urge you enough to give this little guy a shot, it smells nice and feels refreshing. I highly recommend you use this before bed, because it does make your skin a little shiny especially when you concentrate it on specific areas. 

Overall Rating: 9/10

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Name of Product(s): Herbalism Facial Cleanser

Brand: Lush

RRP: $17.50 at Lush

Review: Not going to lie, this stuff smells pretty awful but it is honestly the best cleanser I have ever used. It is gentle to sensitive skin, keeps your skin baby soft and I have not had a major breakout since I have started using this guy! All you have to do is grab a small pinch of this stuff and add a few drops of water to make a nice paste that goes all over your face. Then rub it all over and your skin will be left feeling baby smooth. The only other downside is that you can't let any water get into the cleanser because it will render it useless, so it's definitely not the kind of thing you'd want to apply in the shower. However you can certainly put it on before hand and wash it off in the shower so that the entire process is less messy (my sink is always green after I use this)! Despite all this, this is a great natural cleanser that I use on a daily basis.

Overall Rating: 9/10

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Name of Product(s): Nivea Care (Pearly Shine and Fruity Shine- Strawberry)

Brand: Nivea

RRP: $4.49 at Priceline

Review: The two lip balms that I've been testing out, can I just say, smell amazing! I especially love the strawberry scent that Nivea has given the fruity shine balm, as it is a true strawberry scent (like the fruit) which I love. However I find that this product is a little bit hit and miss because I feel that the pearly shine's formula is smoother on the lips and more hydrating, whereas the Fruity Shine is slightly thicker and leaves my lips feeling heavy. Not to mention when you lick your lips I feel that fruity shine has quite an awful aftertaste, which is a lot less noticeable in the Pearly Shine. However overall the formula is hydrating for both, I just feel that the Pearly Shine's is superior.   

Overall Rating: 7/10

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Name of Product(s): Revlon Colorburst Matte & Lacquer Balms (125 Flirtatious, 110 Coquette, 105 Demure & 220 Showy- please note that not all of them are pictured above)

Brand: Revlon

RRP: $17.95 at Priceline and Myers

Review: Okay so I've been anticipating the release of these bad boys for ages! And they were no let down, I definitely feel as though Revlon has perfected the formula of these balms since the release of the Just Bitten Kissables. The formula is more hydrating (both the lacquer and the matte) and applies much easier to the lips. The two more prominent colours that I purchased where Showy and Flirtatious and I found that they really packed a punch and were quite true to the packaging colours. Especially in the case of the matte balms, the lacquer balms of colours of course come off as shimmery rather than metallic as on the packaging. The lightest colour I purchased was Demure, and this is the perfect nude lip product! I was absolutely in love with Honey from the Just Bitten Kissables, but Demure definitely surpasses that! It has a nice soft amount of shimmer (not too overwhelming) and looks great on the lips! I also really love wearing this over the Kate Moss lipsticks I bought which I find a bit bright sometimes for everyday use, I find that it tones them down while keeping that more vibrant pink colour! I also do this with Coquette if I don't want a too strong colour on my lips, to make it more suitable for everyday use. I really love this collection, however in my opinion a lot of the colours are really bright which is great for nights out but I personally would not use a lot of them on an everyday basis. This is where I really think the Just Bitten Kissables colours are more appropriate. Overall though I am really glad that these balms finally came to Australia, and am really glad that Revlon kept the same chubby pencil format because it truly makes the product a dream to apply (because it gives you more control than a lipstick)!  

Overall Rating: 9/10

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Hi guys!

I am so sorry I haven't posted in such a long time, however I have just started uni and am still adjusting to a bunch of changes. However I will try to post more often from now on! And if you guys have any beauty related questions feel free to shoot me an ask any time!

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Name of Product(s): Kate Moss Lasting Finish Lipstick 4.0 g

Brand: Rimmel

RRP: $11.95 at Priceline 

Review: I have actually tried quite a few Rimmel lipsticks before this one, and can honestly say they were nothing special. However recently I bought two lipsticks from the Kate Moss line (16 & 28) and I think they are amazing quality. They are very soft on your lips, have a bit of a fruity scent to them (which I love) and I don't find the formula drying unlike a lot of other lipsticks I've tried. They are great matte colours, and probably one of the best matte lipsticks I've tried. I think these are a must have in your purse because they look sleek and look great! Not to mention they are an absolute bargain! The only major down side to these are that I find the colours that I want always seem to be out of stock and personally I wish they would have a few more casual/everyday kinds of colours. However you can always tone them down using a lip gloss!

Overall Rating: 9/10

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Name of Product(s): Revlon Lip Butter in Juicy Papaya (027)

Brand: Revlon

RRP: $21.95 at Priceline and Myers

Review: This is my holy grail lip butter (I have two tubes of it open and a back up), it is a lovely coral colour that gives your lips a hint of coral and can be easily built up to a much bolder colour. The texture of the lip butter is also great, it is very smooth and moisturising on your lips. On top of that I find that this particular colour works great even without using a lip primer and is very easy to apply. It's just a very easy to use every day sort of colour, that works well with almost any outfit. I also find that this product has a fair amount of staying power, of around 4 hours, however it is much more hydrating for your lips than a lipstick. So it's great for a casual day when your lips feel chapped and dry. All in all I really have no major negatives about this product, even the packaging is cute! 

Overall Rating: 10/10

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2014 NEW PRODUCT HYPE- The Revlon Colorburst Lacquer and Matte Balms

I have actually been fortunate enough to get my hands on one of these bad boys (125- Flirtatious)! And they are absolutely amazing, Revlon has retained the same packaging as the Revlon Just Bitten Kissable Lip Stains as well as the same lovely minty scent and freshness. I personally think that the formula has improved, as it no longer feels as drying as the Just Bitten Kissables did, which is very pleasing. On top of that they have truly extended the colour range, which is great because I found that quite a few shades that I wanted were not available in their Just Bitten Kissable line. I am incredibly excited for the release of this great product in Australia and am guessing they will cost around the same price of the Revlon Just Bitten Kissable Lip Stains. So fingers crossed that this great new product is released in Australia soon! 

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Name of Product(s): Revlon Flavour Gloss in Grape and Watermelon

Brand: Revlon

RRP: $9.95

Review: These little glosses smell insanely amazing! They also add a touch of colour to your lips when used alone & can also be used with another lip product if you're looking for a deeper colour. They give a very shiny coat to your lips, which I am a major fan of and smell just like the tube says which is a major plus. However they don't have very good staying power and last up to 3 hours at most so if you are fine with re-applying, this is a great product to carry around in your makeup-bag!

Overall Rating: 7.5/10

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Name of Product(s): Revlon Colorburst Lipgloss Decadent

Brand: Revlon

RRP: $21.95 at Priceline and Myer

Review: I love this colour Lipgloss despite it looking so out there! It isn't an overpowering purple when on the lips and instead is a little more sheer but still packs quite a punch! I think this works really well with Revlon's Lip Kissable Darling, it makes the colour quite striking. You can definitely build the gloss up however which is always good. I also love the consistency, it isn't very sticky but rather quite nice and smooth on the lips. I think this colour has a lot of potential especially when used in combination!

Overall Rating: 9/10

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Name of Product(s): Revlon Lip Butter in Cupcake (055) and Revlon Just Bitten Kissable in Darling (010)

Please note that the swatches are in the following order:

- Just Bitten Kissable- Darling

- Lip Butter- Cupcake

- The Just Bitten Kissable over the Lip Butter

Brand: Revlon

RRP: The Lip Butter retails at $21.95 at Target, Priceline and Myer and the Balm Stain retails at $17.95 at Target, Priceline and Myer

Review: There is so little negative feedback to say about both these products, when they are together. When I first purchased 'Cupcake' I didn't particularly think that the shade had great colour payoff as it comes off fairly sheer compared to many of the brighter lip butters in the range however when you use this together with 'Darling' it truly just works. The lip butters add a bit more moisture to your lips preventing the stain from drying them out (they do a little but not very much when used on its own), while also making the colour pop. When used in conjunction the stain's colour comes out truer, which I think is great. Additionally I think that the stain is a great no fuss kind of makeup piece that you can take in your bag whenever you go out. This is because it gives you more control than a lipstick and doesn't even have to be sharpened! I truly recommend you checking out the range of Just Bitten Kissable Balmstains by Revlon because they are truly amazing!

Overall Rating: 9/10

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Beauty Tip!

If you ever find yourself with a dandruff problem a great way to get rid of it quickly is to use some lemon! I have found that the best way to do this is to get an empty bottle that holds 250ml-300ml and pour in the contents of an entire squeezed lemon (if you want something slightly stronger I would go two at most because it can get quite acidic especially if you have a sensitive scalp). Now what I do next is to divide the rest of the bottle into three parts. I add one part Head and Shoulders Anti-Dandruff Shampoo because it is a great anti dandruff shampoo.Then shake well! Then add another part with a very conditioning shampoo that is softer on the scalp (I have a very sensitive scalp so the lemon can get too acidic for me); I use Johnson’s Baby Conditioning Shampoo. Then I shake again! Then I use a hydrating shampoo for the last part, because lemon dries out your hair. That’s why I use the Herbal Essences Hello Hydration Shampoo with Coconut and Orchid Extracts, which also helps add moisture. Then I shake the bottle once more. This believe it or not is a great remedy for dandruff, of course when used with a conditioner. I also find that this instantly rehydrates my hair and leaves it very soft silky and light. It also has the added bonus of emphasizing any hair highlights because of the lemon juices! I strongly recommend you to give this in a try because believe it or not in a single wash you will feel instant results (unlike a lot of the shampoos I've tried to combat the issue)!

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Name of Product(s): MAC Sheen Supreme Lipstick- Insanely It

Brand: MAC

RRP: $36 at some Myer Stores (At the MAC counter) or MAC Stores

Review: I know there has been a lot of hype about MAC lipsticks, and there is good reason behind it all. This lipstick, 'Insanely It' is very pigmented and applies easily on the lips. It also doesn't feel like it dries out your lips, which is great bonus. This a quite a nice rich pink colour that I think would look great on a range of different skin types. Not to mention the heavenly aroma of vanilla that it has, I seriously cannot believe how luxurious this lipstick is! And to top it all off I absolutely adore the packaging, I think it's very slick and sophisticated! I have no negatives on this product whatsoever.

Overall Rating: 10/10

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Name of Product(s): Revlon Extra Life No Chip Top Coat (950) and OPI Congeniality is My Middle Name

Brand(s): Revlon and OPI

RRP: $13.95 at Myer (Revlon) and $20 at Myer (OPI)

Review: I completely get all the hype around this product now! I have heard a lot about OPI in the past, and always been doubtful and hesitant about it being worth its price, however I can reassure you that it is worth every cent. The formula is great, very smooth with no bumps and you only need one coat to get a great finish. Even with just one coat I did not find this to be patchy, but instead very consistent. As for staying power, this has already lasted me one week with no chips, and as usual some credit must be given to the Revlon Extra Life No Chip Top Coat which I am a huge fan of. However I feel that most Revlon nail polish will last me around a week (give or take a few days) whereas with OPI I feel that the formula could easily surpass that of Revlon. Personally I don't usually leave my nail polish on for more than a week, but it is a great reassurance in case I decide to. I also want to credit OPI for making their nail polish very glossy, even after a week I can see how shiny it is which I completely love, sadly the glossiness of my nails are lost in the picture above. I am going to try some more nail polishes that have been released by OPI to see if they are consistent with their formula. However all in all I highly recommend both these nail polishes. 

Overall Rating: 9.5/10