I've always wanted to try some products from Philosophy as I've heard that some people swear by
their skincare. So I was lucky enough to try some products from two of their ranges, the Purity Made Simple range and Take A Deep Breath range.




Purity Made Simple

One-Step Facial Cleanser

This gentle, multitasking cleanser is a cleanser, makeup remover, toner all in one that is also lightly hydrating. I've been using this daily for about two months now and I love it ! It's really gentle on my sensitive and oily skin and helps remove all my makeup. I use it with my Clarisonic with the Delicate brush head and I just love how the combination cleans my skin.

One-Step Facial Cleansing Cloths 
These are makeup remover wipes that are soaked in the original Purity One-Step Facial Cleanser. They are nice and soft on the skin and they remove all traces of makeup and they are also easily transportable. But I think my favourite thing about these is that they have a snap top lid so the wipes don't dry out !

I must say that all of my instincts were screaming at me not to use this on my face as I have oily, acne prone skin but I was pleasantly surprised. It took all of my makeup off while hydrating my skin. I wouldn't use it regularly as I feel it would be better suited for dry or combination skin.



Take A Deep Breath Range 

Oxygenating Gel Cream
This oil-free moisturizer is super hydrating and smells amazing and fresh. A little bit goes a long way and it doesn't take much to leave the skin feeling soft and hydrated. I used this nightly for about a fortnight and found that it was a little too rich for my skin to use regularly but I still use it occaisonally when my skin's feeling dry.

Oxygenating Eye Gel Cream 
This cream is so refreshing yet nourishing for the under-eye area ! You only need a tiny bit and it absorbs quickly into the area without leaving any greasy residue. Love it !

You can pick up these products and more from Sephora, Mecca and David Jones. Also, a huge thanks to COTY PR for sending me these products to trial ! Product images are from the Mecca website.

OPI have released some great new shades in their Infinite Shine range and they've got excited for Summer ! The Infinite Shine range is a 3 step system that gives 10 days of long lasting, high shine colour. The process consists of a base coat, 2 coats of colour and a top coat - no UV lamp necessary.



Girl Without Limits
This bright darker pink shade is fun yet sophisticated and elegant. It was completely opaque in two thin coats.



The Sun Never Sets
I'm not usually one for orange or peachy shades but this shade is beautiful ! It's quite bright in person and makes me want to reach for a cocktail with a mini umbrella in it ! No issues with application and it was opaque in two thin coats.



To Infinity & Blue-yond
 Yes, yes, yes ! Can I wear this colour forever please? This shade is a bright blue that isn't dusty or over the top. I did have a bit of staining on the nail after swatching but I find that can be common with this type of colour.



The Beige Of Reason
If you're a lover of nude, sheer shades, this one's for you. Pictured is 3 thin coats and you can still see my nail line. This would however be a great polish for a traditional french manicure.



To Be Continued.... 
This shade is a light blue, periwinkle shade and would look amazing on darker skin tones ! No issues with application either, it was opaque in two coats.



Rose Against Time
Last but not least is this beautiful pink shade. It looks lighter and more pastel in the bottle but is much brighter on the nail. So lovely ! I found this one to be a little patchy, some nails needed two coats and some needed a third thin coat.


These new OPI Infinite Shine shades are available at David Jones, Myer and selected salons nationally for $22.95.

I've really been loving some products this month and I wanted to share them with you !


Hourglass Ambient Lighting Palette 
I've had this palette for about a year now and I can't recommend it enough ! The shades are really versatile and have a subtle shimmery finish. You can use each shade individually or combine all three shades to create one unique shade. I like to use this palette to highlight, set my makeup or to add some pop to my bronzer. Definitely a must in all makeup wardrobes !
Available at Mecca stores for RRP $90.


Calvin Klein CK One Gold Fragrance 
To start with, the packaging of this fragrance is just divine. It's a gorgeous metallic gold with sleek gold drips down the sides. The fragrance claims to be unisex and I would say it does live up to this claim. It's fresh and clean but also woody and juicy. It has top notes of fig, a heart of neroli and a base of vetiver. 
Available at David Jones and Myer for RRP $69.


MAC Lipstick in Brave
I've developed a love for MAC lipsticks and it all started with the cult popular Velvet Teddy. I wanted to try something a bit pinker and Brave is definitely that. It has a satin finish that sits really nicely on the lips and is comfortable. It's a pretty colour that is perfect for spring and isn't too bold.
Available from MAC counters for RRP $36.


Too Faced Sweethearts Perfect Flush Blush in Sparkling Bellini
This is a beautiful peach/coral toned blush that has a slight shimmer and sparkle running through it. It's really pigmented so you only need a small amount to get a perfect, flushed look.
Available from Mecca for RRP $44.


It Cosmetics Bye Bye Under Eye Concealer 
I have quite naturally dark dark circles and always find it a struggle to cover them up. But this concealer is the bomb ! It covers them up completely and doesn't leave my under eye area all cakey and gross. You only need a tiny amount and it blends out really nicely. Winner winner.
Available from Sephora Australia for RRP $38.  


Stila Eyes Are The Window Eye Shadow Palette in Soul 
If you're after an eye shadow palette that is a mix of nude matte and shimmer shades, then this is it ! The colours are really pigmented and blend out well. You can use it to create a day look but also a night time look. The packaging is a stunning rose-gold chrome that is so elegant and gorgeous.
Available from Mecca for RRP $71. 


Rimmel X Kate Moss Lipstick in 055 My Nude
This shade is a perfect nude shade for all-year round. It goes on really nicely and is comfortable on the lips. It's nice and pigmented and you can pick it up at an affordable price.
Available from Target, Chemist Warehouse, K-Mart for RRP $13.95.


Elf Blending Shadow Brush
This brush is a steal ! I picked it up from K-Mart for $3 and it blends shadows really well. The bristles are soft and give good control while blending. If you're after a eye shadow blending brush that won't break the bank, definelty give this one a go !
Available from K-Mart and Elf Cosmetics for RRP $3.

Formula X Nail Polish in Aphrodite 
Holo lovers rejoice because this polish is packed with glitter. It's like a silver disco ball on your nails and you'll be able to take the party where ever you go.
Available from Sephora.  


Nails Inc Nail Polish in Colville Mews
This polish is a lovely nude shade that is really pretty yet sophisticated. The rectangular bottle is really cool and funky.
Available from David Jones.

Rimmel London and Kate Moss have recently celebrated their 15th anniversary and to commemorate this amazing occasion, they've released a range of gorgeous lipsticks.


The rose gold packaging is absolutely stunning and is some of the prettiest lipstick packaging I've ever seen.  I mean just look at them !



There are six shades in the collection with three nude shades and three red shades. The shades are 054 Rock N Roll Nude, 055 My Nude, 056 Boho Nude, 051 Muse Red, 052 Idol Red and 053 Retro Red. You can check out swatches below !

All of the shades are super creamy and pigmented. They feel really comfortable on the lips and are non-drying.


You can pick up this gorgeous collection from Chemist Warehouse, Priceline, Kmart and Target stores nationally for $13.95 each.

Get ready for summer with OPI's newest collection, the Retro Summer collection. There are six shades in the collection ranging from pinks, blues and yellows.


Application of all of the polishes was pretty good and they were opaque in three coats. The lighter colours were a little streaky but evened out well with a third coat. The overall finish of the polishes was really nice and shiny. Loving this collection !


Sailing & Nailing
This shade is easily my favourite of the collection. It's super bright, fun and the bluest of blues ! I will definitely be using this colour again and again.



Towel Me About It
This shade is a buttery yellow and is quite cool toned. I'm not a huge fan of yellows and this is probably my least favourite colour of the collection.



SPF XXX  
This is quite a unique shade. It's not quite a red and not quite pink - more like a red coral? Anyway, it's a lovely shade and quite bright on the nail.
 


I'm Getting A Tan-gerine 
This shade is a nice, pastel orange colour. It's not bright and in your face but a more subtle apricot colour.



What's The Double Scoop?
This light pink shade is just lovely. It reminds me of Suzi Shops and Island Hops from the OPI Hawaii collection and will fit very nicely in my collection of pretty pink polishes.



Flip Flops & Crop Tops
If you're after a super bright and fun pink, this is your shade. It's a really nice pink that is super flattering that is just perfect for warmer weather !



You can pick this collection up for RRP $19.95 from your local Myer, David Jones and selected salons.

Apres-chic

This shade is a stunning silver metallic colour and I can see myself using it as an accent nail in many manis to come ! It is a little streaky but the stunning colour make up for that.



Altitude Attitude
You can never have too many red polishes so this shade will sit very happily in my collection. It's a mid-toned red that is quite bright and looks great on my light skin tone.



Shall We Chalet?
This shade is a deeper red that edges on a burgundy/maroon shade. If you love dark, vampy nails then definitely pick this one up.

   

Peak Show
I love baby pink shades and this one is no exception ! It goes on really nicely and is very similar to Let's Be Friends by OPI from the Hello Kitty collection.



Virgin Snow
This shade is a lovely lilac colour that is a highlight of the collection for me.  I can see it looking amazing on any skin tone and it reminds me of Bikini So Teeny but without the shimmer.
 


Haute Tub
At first glance, this shade looks like just a dark, almost black shade. But when you look closer, it's actually a really dark purple with pink and purple microglitter running through it. So pretty !

Spearmint Scoop
I expected this shade to be a bit brighter and it actually is a bit darker and dustier on the nail. It's still a lovely shade and it took 2 coats to be opaque.




Fairy Dreams 
This dusty pink/lilac shade is so pretty and the name totally suits it. Love it ! No complaints. I would wear it again for sure.



Silver Siren
This shade looks so stunning in the bottle but just didn't live up to my expectations. It's a chrome polish and is a nice colour but is super streaky. For each coat, I only did one brush stroke for minimal streaking but it didn't help. 




I really like the brush of these, it's a good length, gives you good control and fans out nicely. The formula was really great too, nice and opaque but not too thick. I would definitely try these out again.
You can pick some shades up for yourself from Hairhouse Warehouse (both in-store and online) for RRP $6.95 each. Thanks Stark Matthews PR !