Latest Lovin' Combo -- Perfect Pout in PINK ft. Australis & Prestige

Back in Nam, all I used to ever wear were cute and natural pink shades... and maybe nudes. But it wasn't until I started hanging out with Alice the Malice (@arsyparsy) that I started to explore the bright and bold world of lippies.

And my favourite bolds to turn to?

I love me bold pinks! Instantly plumps up the shapes of my lips without seeking too much attention.. because I'm still a newbie to red lipsticks.

The combo that I am absolutely loving right now....

I've used Prestige's Waterproof Lipliner in 'Diva' that I purchased from the markets for $2.50.

'Diva' on its own

'Diva' is a deeper reddish-pink, which is pretty pigmented and stays on quite long for its super matte finish. And unfortunately because of that, it doesn't glide on too well (you can try warming it up a tad by a hair dryer or so) and does feel drying on the lips. Meep.

Too matte though, just too matte! I need some gloss in my life!

Of course, that's when Australis' Colour Inject Mineral Lip Gloss in Polka hits the stage and flaunts it glossiness!

'Polka' over 'Diva'

'Polka' is a cool-toned bright pink which is very pretty, but I personally wouldn't wear it alone. It's just too cool toned to work with my skin tone on its own. Nevertheless, its spectacular formula hasn't changed one bit! I haven't used Australis' Lip Glosses for yonks now and it's formula still serves to be super glossy in finish, smooth and not overly "annoyingly" sticky and slippery.

Prestige's Diva and Australis' Polka

However, because it's quite pigmented and the shade itself is so bright, it becomes super duper obvious when it transfers... so I'd be extremely careful that if it does happen to be a windy day, my hair doesn't transfer the gloss to my chin or anywhere else around my face (it happened). It could be annoying, but I've chose to just deal with it :)

Sorry friends, but I can see myself wearing this until the end of this Summer.. hope you won't be bored!

What's YOUR favourite lip combo right now?

Which are your favourite bolds -- red, orange.. even purple maybe?!

Disclaimer: Australis' 'Polka' Lip Gloss was provided for review consideration. I was not obligated to post about, review and/or mention this product in my post(s). All opinions expressed within this post are of my own and remains uninfluenced. Please refer to this site's disclosure policy. 

Drugstore Make-Up Launches for Australia -- October 2012

Hey there my lovelies! I'm so late for this post! The past weekend has been hectic, I was at IMATS on the Saturday with a birthday BBQ on the Sunday night. I've been lazy, just bumming around... so disappointed in myself!

Anyhows, can you believe that it's October already?
Seriously, the year has just flown by so quick! In a blink of an eye, it'd be Christmas soon! Crazy.

Let's put that aside though and enjoy this very moment by celebrating these hot new launches from the more affordable brands here in Aussie... :P!

You know you wanna!

Prestige Total Intensity High Impact Eyeshadows -- a 'collection of long-lasting, creamy, pigmented powders'. It's described to be smudge and crease-proof, and can be used wet or dry! I've seen these swatched on Megan's blog, so perhaps check her post out?

Available in 8 shades, $18.99 at selected Priceline stores.

L'Oreal Paris Glam Bronze Wild Instinct -- bronzing powders with a hint of shimmer, in wild-inspired patterns. Can be used for sculpting, contouring or bronzing, which is perfect timing for the upcoming Spring and Summer! Available in different patterns too!

Available in 2 different patterns (tiger print, leopard print), $29.45.

Max Factor Colour Effect Flipsticks -- duo lipsticks which are designed to add colour to the lips on one end with the other end being used to add dimensions! Combine the two shades together to achieve the perfect 'graphic and texturised finish'! Interesting! The shades do look pretty lovely!

Available in 6 shades, $21.95.



Leaving my favourite Aussie reppin' brands to last...

Australis Colour Inject Mineral Lipglosses -- please welcome three brand spankin' new shades to the family! We have from top to bottom, Shuffle, Polka and Fandango!

RRP $11.95.

Face Of Australia Pastels Nail Polish Collection -- It is what it is! A collection of some of the most lovely pastels nail polishes for the upcoming Spring and Summer! So excited and happy to see so many brands launching Spring/Summer collections! Love! I've seen swatches (and nail art) on Ling's blog, hit this link for ze swatches!

Available in 8 shades from late October, $4.95.


This month's post is a bit shorter, but is still just as exciting, right?!?!

Which products are you most excited for?

I'm on a make-up ban but that really doesn't stop me from being excited for the Face Of Australia Pastels collection! Hah!


Disclaimer: I am NOT affiliated with any of the companies/brands mentioned in this post. This post is compiled purely for your reading convenience. I am not reimbursed for this post in any ways. All opinions stated within this post belongs to myself and remains uninfluenced and unbiased.

Colour Me In: Blue Eyeliners -- What? Who? Where? How?

'Colour Me In' is a series of posts in collaboration with Alice of ArsyParsy, Tezza of Myteeefine and Amanda of Thai-Tales!

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Hey there my lovelies! So sorry about last week's post being postponed! We were all so busy that we couldn't catch up with last week's post. But that's okay! We're back now!

This week's colour is 'blue' and I've chosen blue eyeliners to do! Don't freak out though -- blue eyeliners are actually not as scary as you think they are, and are nothing like the hard-to-pull-off blue eyeshadows!

Let's talk what, who, where, how and why!


WHAT are blue eyeliners?
Well, blue eyeliners are blue eyeliners........... LOL very nice Tram, very nice! But don't forget that blue eyeliners comes in different tones and finishes too! Most make-up users associate blue eyeliners with brights and bolds but hey! Let it be sky blue, pure blue, cyan or navy.. they're still blue eyeliners, so don't you forget!


WHO can sport blue eyeliners?
Doesn't matter what eye color(s) you have, blue eyeliners are for everyone to sport... at their own flattering shades and tones. It really does take much time for you to figure out which shades you prefer the most.

But in general, ladies with brown, hazel, and green eyes should have no problem with blue eyeliners. As for blue eyes, I would suggest going for bronze shades rather than blue. Problems with blue on blue eyes are:

• It may take over your eye colour rather than making it 'pop'
• Depending on how you wear the eyeliner, it may look awkwardly and overdoing-ly blue

But of course, you can still experiment with blue eyeliners! Just make sure that if you like to make your eyes pop, then always opt for a blue shade lighter than your eye colour.

My eyes are naturally brown and my favourite to use are navy eyeliners -- really makes my eye colour pop! It took me a while to find the 'right shade', but since then.... the brand no longer makes that same shade! T_T

WHERE to find blue eyeliners?
You can find blue eyeliners from most lower-end brands here in Aussie! I actually own two blue eyeliners and they are from Australis and Prestige.

Australis (left), Prestige (right)

Australis Stay Put Long Lasting Eyeliner in Atlantic -- is a very bright blue which lasts quite long, but unfortunately doesn't have that 'soft' formula as I can really feel it when it glides on. No longer matters though as this is from yonks ago and is now discontinued! They have a newer blue shade called 'Bluebird'.

Prestige Waterproof Eyeliner in Surf -- is a darker royal blue shade. I haven't used this too much, but the formula is okay. It glides on well, is fairly pigmented, but creases too much on me. Not very sure if it's 100% waterproof..


HOW to wear blue eyeliners?
How to wear eyeliners! Yay! Fun [camwhoring] part! There are many fun and flattering ways you can wear blue eyeliners... Leggo!

Firstly! You can wear darker blue eyeliners smudged and smoked out on the bottom lash line! It's a softer look which still incorporates the blue hue! I've used the Prestige Waterproof Eyeliner in Surf here..

Or, you can go wild! Make your eyes pop with a bright blue liner! I do think it's very cute and quirky, which is totally appropriate fro the Spring and Summer to come! Of course, this is with the help of Australis' Stay Put Eyeliner in Atlantic...

Or you can also do double liners, which I would definitely sport any day! It's a fun way to use coloured eyeliners -- simple and fun but less 'out there' (for me anyways as my crease is very teeny!).

Yeap -- so that's that! I hope you've enjoyed this week's post! Let me know...

Would you/do you wear blue eyeliners?

Which is your favourite look?

Thanks for reading everyone! I'll keep you posted on more reviews and all soon!

Meanwhile, don't forget to clickety-click over to Amanda's swatch post of some of the most refreshing and beautiful ocean blue eyeshadows, Alice's simple & easy to-do blue eyeshadow tutorial and Tezza's show of beautiful blue nail polishes!


Dislcaimer: All products mentioned in this post were purchased by me.