RECENT EMPTIES {APRIL 2023}

This is my 3rd "Recent Empties" in as many months,

 which has to be a record for me.

With the exception of one of these products, I have and would 

again re-purchase all again.

I will link the original reviews below.

L-R

CLEAN RESERVE

 CITROEN FIG

EDP

I love my Clean Reserve Citroen Fig and if I'm not mistaken this is my

3rd 100ml empty. It really has become one of my all-time favourites,

as I just love the top notes of fig, ginger, and lemon oil that will brings 

you an immediate

 burst of citrus, followed by the middle notes of cardamom, mint,

 copaiba, and mandarin, then the base notes of sandalwood, cedarwood,

 and musk will ensure that you have an exotic scent to last throughout the day.

Unfortunately I don't know when I can replace this fragrance as the

only retailer here in South Africa SkinsCosmetics has discontinued

this range of fragrances, which makes me very sad as this is my

absolute favourite fragrance EVER....

To Read My Original Review

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BY TERRY 

LIP-EXPERT 

SHINE LIQUID LIPSTICK

Besides being my perfect shade (Rosy Kisss), 

I have found my absolute favourite lipstick of all time...

The precise doe foot applicator makes application so easy and the buttery

 formula glides on beautifully and offers a full coverage in one coat.

I found the rich pigment to be long lasting and above all extremely 

comfortable and nourishing on the lips.

I do enjoy a shine finish and this shine formula is the perfect amount, 

so I highly recommend you check out the

 BY TERRY LIP-EXPERT SHINE LIQUID LIPSTICK 

To Read My Original Review

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CLINIQUE

MOISTURE SURGE 

100H AUTO REPLENISHING

HYDRATOR

My 15ml size lasted for a month and I was super impressed and

I can now understand the love that fans have for this product.

I enjoyed the texture, it was refreshing, lightweight and more 

importantly it provided hydration, as for 100 hours I can't

comment but based on the above claims I don't doubt it.

It smoothed my skin to allow for a nice foundation application.

It's an easy to apply and useful multitasking product, 

however remember

I have been using during hot humid weather, so

I can't comment on its effectiveness during extreme cold,

but it is a product that I would re-purchase and its great that

it comes in a smaller 15ml size.

To Read My Original Review

URBAN DECAY 

STAY NAKED

CORRECTING CONCEALER

The Stay Naked concealer is a buildable, full coverage concealer that is

 long wearing (up to 24hrs),waterproof and doesn't transfer.

I enjoyed that it had a breathable, flexible formula and didn't look cakey, 

or dry despite giving a matte finish.

Even though the formula is ultra-pigmented, it's also lightweight 

and it covered the darkness under my eyes and the redness around

 my nose surprisingly well.

This has to be my favourite concealer of all time and fortunately

I have a back-up, as we cannot get URBAN DECAY in South Africa

any longer.

To Read My Original Review

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KÉRASTASE

GENESIS

BAIN HYDRA FORTIFIANT

SHAMPOO

When it comes to haircare especially my shampoo and conditioner

I do tend to have chop and change a fair amount and whilst I do

have several professional haircare brands, I also enjoy a couple 

of the more affordable drugstore brands.

For many years KERASTASE were my products of choice and

I supported them for many, many years, however I'm

finding that my hair isn't responding to their products just 

as well as they used to and of course our hair texture and

thickness does alter with age.

I have re-purchased this shampoo several times, however I

doubt I will buy again, as I'm finding that I cannot justify

the price versus how good my hair feels when using

less pricey brands.

To Read My Original Review

BEAUTY PRODUCTS CURRENTLY UNDER REVIEW {FEBRUARY 2023}

Below are the 4 products that I will be reviewing during February.

I have a real mixed bag that includes a lip gloss, exfoliating cleanser, 

a moisturiser and a rather expensive Italian room fragrance. 

CLINIQUE

MOISTURE SURGE

I've been waiting for the hot humid months to put this

product to the test and February is a great time.

Not being a huge fan of Clinique products I have heard good

things about this hydrating moisturising gel.

GLOSSIER

LIP GLOSS

This lip gloss was part of my recent beauty edit box from the UK

and it will be my first product from Glossier and whilst it wouldn't 

have been my first choice of product from the brand

I'm excited to try it nonetheless.

TATA HARPER

REGENERATING EXFOLIATING

CLEANSER

I'm intrigued by this daily exfoliating cleanser, as it provides

both a gentle physical and chemical peel, which appeals

to me greatly.

Whilst I absolutely adore TATA HARPER facials and I have

had 2 over the past couple of months, I find their 

skincare products to be a little underwhelming, so I'm really hoping

 that this will impress.

DR.VRANJIES

HOME FRAGRANCE

Not an actually beauty product, but a room fragrance

does add a "Beauty-full" aroma to any home, so I'm

including it in this months reviews.

I do have the Dr.Vranjies Diffuser in the same scent

ROSSO NOBILE

and I, like many others, adore the fragrance.

However will the room fragrance spray be as delightful

as the diffuser?

I will let you know during this month.

CLINIQUE TAKE THE DAY OFF EYE MAKE-UP REMOVER #TBT REVIEW

I wrote this post 3 years ago and I still haven't tried anything else

from CLINIQUE.

Despite really enjoying this eye-make-up remover I haven't re-purchased and that's

down to the fact that I had simply forgotten about it, so maybe its

time to re-purchase when my current eye make-up remover has finished.

I have updated the prices below.

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There's a good reason why this product from 

CLINIQUE

is one of their Best Sellers and that's because it's good at what it's formulated to do.

Take The Day Off
Makeup Remover

for Lids,Lashes & Lips

is a multi-tasking remover that instantly dissolves and lifts away make-up whether its

on your lids, lashes, or lips.

Their "tug less" formula ensures that there is no unnecessary harsh movements required

to remove eye make-up or mascara and it even removes waterproof mascara 

quite effortlessly.
This bi-phase product does need to be shaken well and as always the dampened cotton
pad must be left over the eye lids or lips for a minute or so to ensure full removal.
Post removal it is advisable to wipe over the area with a water dampened cotton pad 
to remove any oily residue that can be left behind on the skin.

If you are a wearer of heavy eye make-up or matte type lipsticks then this
product is a "must have" to use for removal.

This product is Non-irritating, non-stinging. Ophthalmologist Tested and

appropriate for contact lens wearers.

Clinique is a brand that I have never used anything from before, so it would seem that 
I chose well for my first product to try...

CLINIQUE

Take The Day Off
Makeup Remover

for Lids,Lashes & Lips

125mls

R
320

365


£
18.00

19.00


€
26

 24 

$
19.50

21.00

TAKE THE DAY OFF MAKE-UP REMOVER FOR LIDS,LASHES AND LIPS {REVIEW}

There's a good reason why this product from 

CLINIQUE

is one of their Best Sellers and that's because it's good at what it's formulated to do.

Take The Day Off
Makeup Remover

for Lids,Lashes & Lips

is a multi-tasking remover that instantly dissolves and lifts away make-up whether its

on your lids, lashes, or lips.

Their "tug less" formula ensures that there is no unnecessary harsh movements required

to remove eye make-up or mascara and it even removes waterproof mascara quite effortlessly.
This bi-phase product does need to be shaken well and as always the dampened cotton
pad must be left over the eye lids or lips for a minute or so to ensure full removal.
Post removal it is advisable to wipe over the area with a water dampened cotton pad 
to remove any oily residue that can be left behind on the skin.

If you are a wearer of heavy eye make-up or matte type lipsticks then this
product is a "must have" to use for removal.

This product is Non-irritating, non-stinging. Ophthalmologist Tested and

appropriate for contact lens wearers.

Clinique is a brand that I have never used anything from before, so it would seem that 
I chose well for my first product to try...

CLINIQUE

Take The Day Off
Makeup Remover

for Lids,Lashes & Lips

125mls

R
320


£
18.00


€
26
$
19.50

SUNDAY SAMPLE

I've decided to change things a little with regards to my Sunday Sample posts

instead of posting, what I will be reviewing for that week on a Monday or Tuesday

I'm going to now post on a Sunday night and then that gives me a full 7 days to

try the sample or deluxe sample sized product out and then I'll post my follow up 

thoughts etc. on the following Sunday.

To kick this off I'm going to be trying out a product from 
Clinique, 
YES you read correctly

Clinique.
It's not a brand I have ever reviewed before on my blog and the reason being,

 I have never used any of their products whether it be skincare, make-up or fragrance.

Take The Day Off Make-up Remover 

For Lids,Lashes & Lips 

is one of

Clinique's best selling products and hopefully it's a good product to try first 

and it so happened that I needed an eye make-up remover.

The 30 ml size that I'm trying out is more than a sample quantity and will last way

 longer than a week, but 7 days is enough time for me to be able to do a full review.

If you're curious to know how I get on with my first Clinique review then pop back 

next Sunday to find out...

SUNDAY SAMPLE - OOPS ITS DISCONTINUED

As promised I will use and review every sample that I pull out of my sample jar each week, however some I look forward to using more than others. The Clinique Superfit Make up is one of those that I was not looking forward to trying, as Clinique is not one of my favourite brands. I have found over the years that Clinique skincare products do not suit my skin, but as it has a huge following around the world I am obviously in the minority.

The first issue I had was the fact that this foundation sample was suitable for Skin Types 2,3,4 Dry/Combination to Oily skins, which I find quite un settling that a product can be used by three different types of skin. 

Then a stroke of luck....during my research I discovered that this particular foundation has been discontinued world wide, so guess what.. The sample went in the bin.

To read past Sunday Sample reviews

Estee Lauder Modern Muse

Crabtree & Evelyn Hand Cream

OPI Avojuice

Yves Rocher Moment de Bonheur

Demalogica Conditioning Body Wash

SUNDAY SAMPLE

Now I do know why this sample ended up in my sample jar and its simple...

I am not a lover of Clinique products, so lets wait and see as to what my review will be on this Superfit foundation

 next Sunday.

To read yesterdays Sunday Sample review

dermalogica conditioning body wash