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Maybelline Superstay 24H Ultimate Reds

In our massive goodie bag at the Maybelline 100th birthday party we also received some new releases to try out. I am still working my way through reviewing them all and realised that these have been my favourite find so far. The Maybelline Superstay 24H Ultimate Reds range is the ultimate lip stain for lazy ladies such as myself. You…

Essence Sun Club 2-in-1 Bronzing Powder Review

Essence Sun Club 2-in-1 Bronzing Powder (R67,50) in 10 Sunshine is a gorgeous bronzer and highlighter. The formula is quite pigmented leaning towards the highlighter side more. I have found myself applying this lightly to the areas where the sun hits my face most. To open up ones face and create an illuminated look. It is available in two shades…

Pure Active Matte Control Review

I am so happy to have discovered this product! It is the latest offering from the Garnier Pure Active range… the Matte control moisturiser. Garnier’s Pure Active range is fast becoming my favourite brand along with Dermalogica for controlling my oily skin. Since turning 25 in May my skin suddenly decided to regress back to how it was at 15…

Essence I Heart Trends- The Pastels and Lash Princess reviews

Some cute products from the Essence I Heart Trends collection… First up we have the Lash Princess False Lash Effect mascara (R63,50) which only scores an “okay” from me. Look, the packaging is super cute which I am sure will appeal to most of Essence’s market. The formula itself isn’t bad either but nothing to rave about. For the price…

New in from Essence

Sometimes one just needs to do some impulse shopping. Essence is often one of the beauty brands that I will justify buying another eye shadow or blush from as their products are always cute, do the job and are affordable. Essence Silky Touch Blush 90 Summer Dreaming (R47,95)- Whenever I am asked to recommend a good blush that is extremely…