ILIA’S NEW COLOUR LIP CONDITIONERS

Sasha the creator of ILIA COSMETICS is a women after my own heart, with the launch of two limited edition colours to add to her already successful range of lip conditioners she is certainly raising the bar when it comes to quality and performance of organic cosmetics.

CRIMSON AND CLOVER is true-red in colour and one to add to your make up arsenal because it will ensure you’re winning all day long. I applied this before lunch and pursed my lips together after lunch to redistribute the colour et Voila! The staying power is shockingly impressive…Anybody order legs? Legs anyone?  I’ve never come across an organic lipstick like this EVER it has pink/blue tones that really makes the red POP and it leaves this gorgeous magenta-ish stain afterwards, which is just as pout-worthy as the first application. Girlies this is a limited edition so if you’re a stickler for true reds, then I would get on to this pronto!

ILIA COSMETICS LIP CONDITIONER IN CRIMSON AND CLOVER

I love the name of this next colour ‘IN PARADISE’ what would you do in paradise? I would indulge in every way possible with soft bossanova notes floating the in breeze sit back and ahhhhhhhhhhhh…snapping back to reality IN PARADISE is a very feminine colour that suites most skin/hair types it’s also a gorgeous twiggy-take on a nude. Imagine blitzing watermelon and rockmelon then adding a tablespoon of yoghurt in a blender; the intensity of colour from the fresh melons toned down with the milkiness of yoghurt is my take on this colour. I love it, I want to eat it.

ILIA LIP CONDITIONER in IN PARADISE

ILIA’S Tinted Lip Conditioners combines organic ingredients such as Jojoba seed oil, Sesame seed oil and anti-oxidants of Pomegranate extract and Vitamin E  to soothe and condition the lips. Just a note  if you find that you prefer something more hydrating over a ‘normal’ lippy then these are great option for you as they do keep your lips really soft. You can also apply these in liberally to intensify the colour.

Enjoy.

Julie xox

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Guest Edit: Sarah Macrae of BellaSugar talks Scrubs

‘As our skin braces itself for Winter, a lack of sunlight and harsher weather conditions can lead to a dull, distressed complexion. Regularly exfoliating with a gentle yet effective product helps remove the dead cells that leave a lacklustre layer on the skin, keeping at its bright best. We also tend to use richer products during the Winter months that can build up on the skin, so its essential to keep pores clear and decongested by polishing away any excess oils.’

– Sarah Brown, Founder of Pai Skincare

I won’t lie – I wouldn’t really have known the importance of autumn exfoliation if I hadn’t have asked, but now I have, it makes perfect sense doesn’t it? Autumn exfoliation is the perfect time to brighten the skin in preparation the months of much duller weather and potentially much duller skin. In a bid to road test Sarah Brown’s little tip (and her new exfoliator product, Pai’s Kukui & Jojoba Bead Skin Brightening Exfoliator), we enlisted the help of a well known beauty goddess. Sarah Macrae, the lovely lady behind BellaSugar online, did us a favour and gave Pai’s new exfoliator a whirl… and from what I can see, it really does what it should!

Here is what she had to say:

“The first thing that struck me when I used Pai Kukui & Jojoba Bead Skin Brightening Exfoliator was how luxurious it felt. The gel formulation has a smooth, rich quality about it. It’s only when you start to massage it into the skin that you feel that ultra subtle jojoba beads. For me it’s the perfect marriage between chemical and mechanical exfoliants because I have sensitive skin that can be prone to eczema. The problem with chemical exfoliants is that they can irritate my skin easily, but also large granular mechanical exfoliants can also be problematic as they tend to feel quite rough on the skin. You apply this exfoliator to dry skin and the process of gently massaging it into skin, focusing on problem and congested areas such as the nose, forehead and chin, feels like a salon treatment. After using this 2-3 times a week for a few weeks now I’ve visibly noticed a change in my skin. It not only looks brighter as I’ve sloughed away all the dead skin cells that can lead your complexion to take on a dull, greyish tone, but it’s visibly softer thanks to the vitamin-enriched formula. It boasts vitamins A, D and E as well as high concentrations of fatty acids omega 3 and 6 to lock in moisture. I will be continuing to use this and honestly can’t recommend it highly enough – especially for those of you looking for a gentle formula that is alcohol-free. It’s particularly perfect if, like me, you suffer from sensitive skin or eczema. Or acne also.”

- Sarah Macrae, BellaSugar

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For the Love of Chocolate

Easter is well and truly over for another year. These days, Easter is as much about chocolate as it is family and the meaning of Easter. After more than 4 days filled full of family time and chocolate, you would think we would be sick of the delectable brown treat. Nope, not us Bathing Beauties. This post is dedicated to the wonderful endorphin releasing indulgence that is chocolate.

Not only is chocolate one of the most joyous and satisfying things to eat, it has numerous health benefits – especially dark chocolate. Chocolate’s main ingredient cocoa is rich in antioxidants, flavonoids and Tryptophan. Flavenoids are known for lowering blood pressure and protecting the body from aging, while tryptophan acts as an antidepressant. When used topically, chocolate can help fight the signs of aging, soften the skin and protect the elasticity of the skin. So if you would like to try something a little different in your beauty routine, and indulge in a chocolatey treat all at once, why not give these chocolate face masks a whirl?

Enjoy!

xxx Mon

CHOCOLATE FACE MASK

Ingredients:

- 2 bars of chocolate (dark has the most antioxidants so I would suggest using dark) or 1/2 cup of cocoa
- Honey (half cup)
- Oatmeal (2 tbsp)
- Cream (3 tbsp)

Method:

- Prepare a water bath. Put water into a small pot and warm it up. Place metal bowl in water and wait until the chocolate melts.
- Allow to cool, but don’t let it go hard!
- Mix in the honey, oatmeal and cream
- Smooth onto your face in a circular motion and wait for it to work it’s magic!

CHOCOLATE FACE SCRUB

Ingredients:

- Dark chocolate of minimum 70% cocoa (around 20 g)

- Brown sugar (1 teaspoon)

Method:

- Prepare a water bath. Put water into a small pot and warm it up. Place metal bowl in water and wait until the chocolate melts.

- Add brown sugar and mix it all together.

- Apply it on your face and rub. Leave it in for 15 minutes. Rise off with warm water.

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Hurrah for Hurraw!

 

I think I would be fairly safe in saying that most girls had a collection of Lip Smackers balms at some stage in their lives. I know I certainly did. My collection was so large I had a dedicated Lip Smackers Box on my vanity table.

When I hit the first year of high school, I even branched out and bought a more “grown-up” gooey, watermelon flavoured gloss – which I recall tasted just like sour watermelon lollies (I hate to think what I was actually ingesting every time I licked my lips!).

But, there comes a point in every Lip Smacker collector’s life where Lip Smackers become… well… just a little bit childish. The packaging is very “tween”, and the flavours rather sweet (sometimes too sickly sweet) – not always properties that a female past the tween period seeks. It doesn’t mean that we don’t still love an awesomely scented balm or gloss though right?

Well, now we have found Hurraw! balms, a range of “grown-up” scented balms. With scents like red cherry, green tea and coconut, Hurraw! balms are a more “adult” way to get your Lip Smackers fix. My personal favourite is the mint balm – it kept my lips hydrated and smelling gorgeous on my recent long haul flight. The treatment balms also work a treat (excuse the pun), and have become a staple in my beauty regime. One for day, one for night and one for fun, I own the complete “completely kissable lips” collection.

What is your flavour?

Tags: bathing beauty, beauty, Hurraw, Lip balm, Organic lip balm, organic lip care

The Jetsetter and Her Kit

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Over the Christmas break I went gallivanting around Europe with my brother, some friends and a backpack. YES A BACKPACK. It was one of the best experiences of my life. Being winter, my backpack was VERY short on space. There is no economical way to carry around winter jackets, knits and boots (while still having enough space to shop til you drop). As such I had to skimp a lot. Only 2 jackets allowed, 1 mini perfume bottle, 1 week’s worth of underwear… you get the gist.

Even my entire beauty bag had to undergo the “mini size” treatment. No luxury large sized toothpastes, no full sized face washes and definitely no 250ml shampoos and conditioners. Unfortunately, at the time of my departure, this ingenious little Rahua travel set hadn’t yet hit the Bathing Beauty office (upset was an understatement).

Lucky for all you privileged people (who might be off on holidays in the near future), Bathing Beauty and Rahua have already “minified” your shampoo and conditioner collection for you. Rahua‘s new Jetsetter Kit comes with 2 mini Rahua shampoos and 2 mini Rahua conditioners, meaning you can take all your organic hair care favourites on your travels, without compromising that all important luggage space. Let’s face it, nobody likes using the sub-par shampoo and conditioner sachets the hotels provide for you… and now there really is no excuse to have to!

If you would like to win one of these fabulous little travel kits, head over to the Bathing Beauty Facebook page and enter our competition!

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Afternoon Tea with Blossom Lady

A toast with my teacup to my Blossom Lady lip conditioner by ILIA which I have recently added to my overflowing make-up stash.

I really love it’s pretty muted pinky/nudie colour which looks like your natural lip colour up close but from afar its this really hot kind of 80′s milky pink. It’s also is super nourishing and  feels absolutely  luxurious to wear plus the best part is that it lasts and keeps your lips extremely soft, perfect for kisses and first dates!

In the picture below you can see with these lip conditioners you can control the intensity of colour. On the top I’ve run the lip conditioner across a few times, on the bottom just once.

ILIA LIP CONDITIONERS - BLOSSOM LADY -

 

Enjoy Ladies! xox

- Julie-

Tags: bathing beauty organic, ILIA Lipstick, organic lip care, organic make up

I Love Coco – Honore De Pres

I’m not a typically a fan of  anything coconut scented because it reminds me of Bounty Chocolate – I love to eat Bounty’s and therefore it is not really my desire to wear it!

But, much to my surprise, I Love Coco from Honore de Pres is  a scent that is abundant and modern. It  plays on the freshness of young coconuts contrasted against Anis and Coriander seeds to create a very wearable scent. Love Coco was created by Olivia Giacobetti the nose behind some of the world’s most famous fragrance houses such as Diptique and L’artisan to name a few, and is part of her I LOVE NY range which also features I Love Carrots and VAMP NY.

My pick for the perfect summer scent.

Love Coco’s first impression is that of a young green coconut when you finally break through the husk to reveal cool fresh juice. A hint of Anis adds a striking contrast of  earthy fennel that reaches out and grounds the lightness of young coconut. As this scent matures on your skin playful hints of Coriander seed surface and gently caresses the now delicate and very romantic summery scent of coconuts. If you could bottle up all the cliches of a romantic tropical island getaway, from white sandy beaches to sailing and swimming in crystal blue water with a cocktail awaiting your return from the sea then Love Coco is for you.   It  has the ability to  inspire feelings of relaxation, relief and happiness.

At 50ml Love Coco is travel friendly.

I find Love Coco has great staying power  like a true parfum, the fact that this is made by a very renowned perfumer, has eco certification with all scents derived from natural sources, packaging is all recyclable, contains no petrochemical products or synthetic perfumes, and is free of colouring agents and phtalates produced without animal testing or include anything of animal origins, Honore de Pres Love Coco is leading the way in organic perfumery.

We’re sampling this baby at the moment so if you’re shopping add this to your free samples list to try it out.

Enjoy

xox

Julie

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