HAUL: Priceline 40% OFF Skincare

If you did not know... YES! Priceline is currently having a 40% off sale on their skincare products! Covers suncare and tanning too, I believe.

I usually skip these sales, but I've decided to go ahead and restock some of my skincare necessities this time around. 

Let's have a look at some of my necessities:

FORMULA 10.0.6 Overnight Spot Minimizing Patches ($4.19 on sale)

These make really good overnight pimple patches -- comes in round, clear stickers. Whenever I get a spot or two, that needs to be taken care of swiftly, these do it for me. Stick them onto the pimples for a consecutive 2-3 nights and ta-daah! Pus heads won't even think about growing.

BIORE Deep Cleansing Pore Strips 14pk ($6.60 on sale)

Figured that the 14pk was more worth in value, so grabbed 3 boxes. Two for myself, and the other for my friend. Not much to say about these. Just decent blackhead removal strips. Have always used this and will probably stick to this forever. 

OK. So I've only heard of NIP+FAB recently, when my sister came home with their Dragon Blood Fix Hyaluronic Shot that didn't really work for her. She passed it to me and...

Let me just say....

This stuff is AH-MAZING! 

For my drier skin, it works as an intense hydration boost for my skin. I use it as directed, mixing 2 drops of it with my Philosophy moisturiser. My skin goes from desert-dry to feeling immensely hydrated, soft and supple. 

I never usually bake my foundation as the powder usually clings onto my dry patches, but having this product now, I can start to include baking into my foundation routine. I'm actually quite happy with how well this worked for my skin so far! BIG THUMBS UP!!

Anyways, story of my life... lol. I haven't restocked that yet, but I will, eventually.

On a side note, I've also decided to give their Kale Fix Moisturiser ($29.99 on sale) a go. 

I do enjoy using my Philosophy moisturiser, but I'm hoping that NIP+FAB won't disappoint me with their moisturiser. If by any chance that this moisturiser becomes my HG, I could always snag it on sale at Priceline too! #beautybudgetqueen

That's all for my Priceline haul. Don't think I'll be getting anything else as I've still got soooo many masks, body creams and body lotions to finish at home. 

OH! 

I was also supposed to stock up on my LA ROCHE-POSAY Anthelios Nutritive Oil 50SPF ($22.20 on sale), a sunscreen oil, but I think my sister's taking care of that for us, so... yay!

What's YOUR Priceline haul like?

Have you ever tried NIP+FAB products?

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New On Counter: April 2015

It was a MIA March for me. Nothing much happened, except study loads from uni, and also, a really bad Tuesday. And I really mean it.

May April be a better month for me!

Looking forward to ya April! Just minus April's fool.

BENEFIT Roller Lash Mascara ($38.00)
I'm sure you have heard about the launch of this one! I've reviewed it here, as a part of TMUS' Mystery Mascara challenge. Benefit describes this as an innovative curling mascara with a hook'n'roll brush that catches, lifts and curls lashes. Adding to that, has a 12-hour curve-setting formula, and is easy to remove.

On counter: 11 April 2015

BIORE
Biore is launching three new additions to their range this month. Very pretty packaging, but I don't struggle too much with pore problems, so...

• Charcoal Pore Minimiser ($10.99), a facial exfoliator that removes impurities. 
• Deep Cleansing Charcoal Pore Strips ($7.34/6 strips)
• Pore Penetrating Charcoal Bar ($4.99), a deep-cleansing bar that removes impurities whilst gently exfoliating.

BURT'S BEES Vanilla Bean Moisturising Lip Balm ($6.95)

Yummmmmmm. Sounds so yum! It is what it is, just an addition of natural vanilla. Good stuff, huh?

CARMEX Jasmine Green Tea Lip Balm ($5.99)

Another yummy lip balm, but this is a squeeze tube. With Jasmine Green Tea though!!! Tea!!!!! Sounds so good. I wouldn't mind having the scent of tea lingering around my lips all day. Hehe. 

INNOXA
All are on counter late-April.

Anti-Ageing Make Up Setting Spray ($14.95/50mL) -- I never care too much for after-sprays, but the name of this one is just whack. ANTI-AGEING? Apparently besides hydrating and smoothing the skin after make-up application, it also minimises shine, the appearance of pores and softens the look of fine lines and wrinkles.

Eyeshadow Palettes ($14.95/2 palettes) contains four coordinating eyeshadow colours to create a range of looks. Crease-proof and long-lasting. 

Full Colour Lip Creams ($14.95/6 shades) -- Non-drying and combines features of a lipstick and lipgloss. Another lip-cream product to hit the counters?! Woo. 

LUSH Easter Offerings L/E Collection

OMGGGGGGGG. Another LUSH collection! I'm always egg-cited to see LUSH products. Yay, yay, YAY! 

• Bunch of Carrots Reusable Bubble Bar ($9.95)
• Fluffy Egg Bath Bomb ($6.50), fairy floss scented. 
• Golden Egg Bath Bomb Melt ($6.50), honey and toffee scented. 

• Hoppity Poppity Bath Bomb ($5.50)
• Immaculate Eggception Bath Bomb ($11.95), scented with vanilla, lemon and grapefruit. The outer layer can be cracked open to find a mini chick or bunny bath bomb. The yellow/green contains the bunny, and yellow/pink contains the chick!
• Pot O' Gold Shower Jelly ($6.95/100g)
• Somewhere Over The Rainbow Soap ($6.95/100g)

All are ADORABLE!

NUTRIMETICS Neutraleyes Eyeshadow Palette ($55.00)

I don't usually feature Nutrimetics, but I thought this was an interesting one. Don't you think? Reminds me a lot of the NAKED palette, and the price tag is around there too (eek!). 

SUKIN

OH MY GOD. Every brand is really hitting is this month, with all these egg-citing products. Really! Sukin is one of them too. Check out what they have to offer:

• Botanical Body Wash in Lime and Coconut ($11.95)
• Hydrating Body Lotion in Lime and Coconut ($19.95)
• Micellar Cleansing Water ($9.95) -- Whaaaat. That price tag too!

Also launched a new range, Super Greens..

• Detoxifying Clay Masque ($15.95), which draws out dirt and impurities. 
• Detoxifying Facial Scrub ($12.95), a facial exfoliant that deeply cleanses pores.
• Facial Recovery Serum ($17.95), a serum that contains a lot of things (lol) to deliver a healthy glow to the skin. 
• Nutrient Rich Facial Moisturiser ($12.95)

ULTA3 AW15 Limited Edition Collection
A spankin' new collection by Ulta3 for this year's Autumn/Winter, featuring metallic shades to add glam to your beauty look! Yippeeeeee?!

Matte Glitter Nail Polish ($3/5 shades)
I'm actually curious if this has a matte finish, cause that'd look hot. Says nothing about having a matte finish on their press release!

Metallic Cream Eyeliner ($5.95/4 shades)
Described to be of a "striking foil finish" whilst having a feathery light feel and glides smoothly upon the skin.



SALLY HANSEN Miracle Gel Shades ($16.95/5 NEW shades)
Five new shades to add to their existing (and well loved) Miracle Gel Shades! Here they are:

RIMMEL LONDON Radiance BB Cream ($12.95/3 shades)
A 9-in-1 skin perfecting SUPER makeup (what is super makeup?): primes, smooths, conceals, helps minimise the appearance of pores, natural coverage, moisturises for 24 hours, awakens and brightens!

There are a few more products that I'd like to include, but this post is getting waaay too long, and I don't think they are interesting enough (some of them were launched last month), so I've figured that I'd post them on my Facebook page instead!

If you like them beauty updates (or like me) then do hop over to ma Facebook page!

Meanwhile, help a mate by filling out this poll:

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For me, I'll definitely try out Sukin's Micellar Cleansing Water with hopes that it could be the cheapest, yet most efficient micellar cleansing water!


Disclaimer: I am not affiliated with the companies mentioned in anyway! 

Current Skincare Routine: FEB 2015

You may not know this, but as a blogger.. I actually have [close to] zero fixed skincare products!

I surely do have a routine (and that is cleanse - exfoliate - moisturise), but when it comes down to having repurchased products stickin' around, then there's only one, and that is St. Ives Apricot Scrub. Garnier Micellar Cleansing Water too, I guess, but even then, I still rotate my make-up removing products around a lot, so St Ives Apricot Scrub is the only product that I've religiously use.


Anyways, a slight peek at my current skincare routine today. I'll make this short n sweet!


① MAKE-UP REMOVER: Face Of Australia Gentle Make-Up Remover* ($8.95)
I'm in midst of trying to finish this off. It is a gentle make-up remover, but I'm no longer a fan of these dual-phase (oil/water) products on my skin. However, I do prefer them for removing stubborn eye make-up!

② MAKE-UP REMOVER: Garnier Micellar Cleansing Water ($11.95)
My favourite make-up remover for the skin! I've reviewed it here.

③  CLEANSER: Neutrogena Naturals Purifying Pore Scrub* ($14.99)
Haha, yea! I use this "pore scrub" as my daily cleanser -- morning and night. It's listed as a "pore scrub" that'll gently scrub away impurities, and that's totally spot on! It's extremely gentle. So gentle that it works better [for me] as a daily cleanser more than anything.

It's [supposedly] suitable for acne-prone skin, which I don't have [anymore], but still works well at cleansing. Really like the scent of this one. Don't think I'd repurchase it though.


④ DAY MOISTURISER: Palmer's Daily Facial Lotion SPF15* ($12.99)
Only started this recently, after finishing Biore Nourish Moisture Lotion* (which I did enjoy using). Initially, I switched to Neutrogena's Healthy Defence Daily Moisturiser, but it was way too thick. I wasn't used to such a thick consistency, so I immediately switched to Palmer's.

This one is creamier than my previous lotion, but still bearable. Will probably be good for the upcoming cooler seasons.


⑤ EXFOLIATOR: St. Ives Apricot Scrub ($9.99)
The only staple product of my skincare routine. It's sooo scrubby, but feels SO good after. Instant soft and smooth skin. Mmmhm!

⑥ NIGHT MOISTURISER: Biore Overnight Moisturiser
I've purchased this for less than $3 at Priceline. It's a night-moisturiser with a very thick consistency. It even feels thick on the skin, but in a good, and bearable way. Very moisturising, but too bad, it's discontinued.

⑦ SLEEPING MASK: The Face Shop Raspberry Roots Sleeping Mask
This is amazing. I only use it occasionally, but it makes SUCH a big difference to my skin in the morning. It's the last product of my late routine, after moisturisers and eye creams and all. My skin feels extremely supple every morning after! Love, love this!

⑧ EYE CREAM: Indeed Laboratories Eysilix Instant Eye Rescue* ($34.99)
Only started this recently after digging it out from the stash. Haven't used eye cream in yonks! This one is alright so far. I'm not too sure what to look for in an eye-cream. Not yet anyways, so I'm currently happy with this, as it has a creamy and lightweight formula.

⑨ FACIAL MASK: Lush Brazened Honey Mask ($16.95)
I'm not a big fan of this mask. Just using it up. I've received it from a friend as a Christmas present! Although I don't mind the formula, the scent isn't really for me. It bugs me sooo much. Even my mum complains about it. When I walk around home with this on, she'll be complaining about the scent. It's just.. really weird!

Yeap. The products are about to switch up soon, again. I'm almost done with my LUSH mask, and the night-time moisturiser.

Glad that I won't need to look at any replacements since my skincare stash is sooooo full!

When it changes, I'll make sure to update!


Hope everyone [who celebrates] has had a wonderful Lunar New Years!

祝大家新年快乐！身体健康，万事如意，工作顺利，学习进步！

January Empties

Not exactly January's empties, more like 2014 empties... （。-＿-。）

I've had these in my room since last year. I'm so lazy for empties, and by the time I get down to photographin' and all, the pile gets real huge!~

(Didn't photograph the other 2 products, because I already traded them in!)

Lush BB Seaweed ($16.95)
Never got down to reviewing this, but like most masks by LUSH.. pretty standard. I've totally forgot how it felt on the skin [to explain in details], but all I could remember is that it felt good. I still prefer Love Lettuce.

Lush Catastrophe Cosmetic ($16.95)
This was a nice one to use!~ I liked it better than BB Seaweed, but would still prefer Love Lettuce. Review here >

Lush Ultrabland* ($28.95)
A facial cleanser. I've NEVER finished this. I've used it twice, and I've never touched it again. It leaves the skin feeling soooo oily (it's supposed to, as a make-up removing cleanser), I hate it. So I've just removed all the contents and kept the jar.

Maybelline SuperStay Make Up ($21.95)
Finally finished this. Really liked it, but I've found better foundations. This was a nice medium-full coverage, lasting foundation~ Review here >

Max Factor Miracle Touch Liquid Illusion Foundation ($35.60)
I LOVE this foundation. One of my top favourites. Pretty full coverage, long-lasting, and applies flawlessly on my skin. Love love love love! It's a shame that I didn't get down to reviewing it~ I used this up pretty quickly. It's so pricey though, so I might wait until there's a cute sale to repurchase.

The Face Shop Escargot 24K Gold Cream (sample)
I LOVE creams/serums by TFS. I've tried the Chia Seed Cream (which I loved), but this one is just 10x better!!! Hopefully it's not 10x the price, because the Chia Seed Cream retails for $40, or so. Sucks.

The Face Shop Power Perfection BB Cream (sample)
Didn't like this. The colour is off, the product is not creamy enough to apply and almost cakes on my skin. I actually have the full-size product, gg...

Biore Make-Up Removing Wipes ($3.99)
Not sure if I've had these for too long that the formula went off, because it started stinging around my eyes and skin. Eeek. Eitherway, won't repurchase.

Simple Cleansing Facial Wipes ($6.99)
Standard cleansing wipes. They work and are nice to use. Already stocked up a few of these from the last "half price" sale.

Aveeno Positively Radiant Skin Brightening Daily Scrub ($13.99)
Didn't like this very much. I guess it is gentle enough to be used as a daily scrub, but my problem is that it's too gentle. The grains are very fine, and the product has a liquid-y consistency. A bit like fine grains on top of a daily-facial cleanser.

Aveeno Skin Relief Body Wash ($9.95)
I don't think I've ever told you how great this body wash is! I really enjoyed using this. Doesn't strip off the moisture off the skin [like other body washes I've gone through], definitely gives an extra oomph to the skin.

Biore Deep Cleansing Pore Strips ($10.49)
Everyone love these, including myself. Probably the one and only pore-strip product available in the drugstores as for right now.


Some other miscs that I've finished includes Nivea Invisible Black & White Roll On and Blistex Lip Conditioner. Nothing to much to say about these two~ I used to like Blistex Lip Conditioner a lot but I've converted to more travel-friendly lip balms!



FINALLY can clear these products out. I still have a bag of "PRODUCTS I AM CHUCKING OUT" laying around in my room... #lazy （。-＿-。）


 Disclaimer: Products marked with (*) were provided for review consideration only. 

2014 Round Up: Micellar Waters

Let's face it -- 2012 was the year of BB creams, 2013 was the year of BB-everything (and CC creams!) and 2014, was the year of micellar waters! Micellar waters poppin' up here and there after Bioderma's.

I'm sure you've heard all about it -- make-up removers with a water-like formula that's non-greasy and non-sticky!

In 2012, I did a round up of Aussie BB creams here, including both drugstore and high-end brands, so I've figured.. Why not for micellar waters?!

So here's the list..


① BIODERMA SENSIBIO H20 ($19.95/100mL)

② GARNIER SKIN NATURALS MICELLAR CLEANSING WATER ($11.95/400mL)

③ BIOTHERM BIOSOURCE TOTAL & INSTANT MICELLAR WATER (~$40/200mL)

④ SWISSE MICELLAR MAKE-UP REMOVER ($10.95/300mL)

⑤ GATINEAU PARIS GENTLE MICELLAR WATER ($38/200mL)

⑥ AVENE MICELLAIRE LOTION ($30.95/200mL)

⑦ LANCOME EAU MICELLAIRE DOUCEUR ($69/200mL)

That's a total of 7 low to high-end branded micellar waters. Obviously...

BEST BUDGET: Garnier Skin Naturals Micellar Cleansing Water @ $11.95/400mL
MOST LUX: Lancome Eau Micellaire Doucer @ $69/200mL

If I have missed any micellar waters on the list, feel free to add by commenting below!

Let me know if you've tried any of these too. I've only tried Garnier's one, and that's due for a review (soon!).

Biore Refresh Daily Deep Pore Cleansing Wipes Review

Heya, this is probably unbelievable, but ever since I started using make-up, make-up wipes are probably my least favourite to use. Sure they're convenient, but they're just so pricey in the long run.

So I was sitting home one day when a big PR box arrived at my doorstep.. here are some shocking fun facts upon receiving and unboxing the box..

• The young postman who delivered this box of Biore goodies was shockingly cute! HAH! Hi.
• The box was so shockingly big and heavy........... thought it may have been a bomb. I kidz. Na!

Anyways, back to what's relevant!

I don't think I've ever came across make-up wipes which are as moist as these.. which was a hit of surprise. These wipes can remove all my make-up without irritating my eyes and skin. Sometimes make-up wipes can sting my skin and eyes a tad, but these wipes didn't so I'm super glad (whew that rhymed!).

However, I didn't notice any difference in my skin's texture and luminosity, as the wipes are described to be 'textured', helping to exfoliate whilst cleansing the skin.

Adding to that, these Deep Pore Cleansing Wipes had a very different scent to the previous Biore wipes that I used, the ones in the green packaging.. The scent is bearable, but I do prefer no scents.

To conclude, I also want to share a shocking fun fact... Biore Deep Pore Cleansing Wipes are $8.99 (25pk) which is double the retail price in comparison to many other brands... Pricey!

Will snag a few packets when I spy an awesome sale, because I felt really comfortable with them. So comfortable that I could head off to bed straight after.. something that I'd never consider doing.

 I know there are many Biore lovers out there! Share with me your favourite pick!

Biore Refresh Daily Deep Pore Cleansing Wipes retails for $8.99 (25pk) at Priceline, Target, Big W, Coles, Woolworths and selected pharmacies.

Disclaimer: This product was provided for review consideration only. I am not obligated to mention, review or post about this product. All opinions within this post remains uninfluenced and 100% truthful.