‘Hairtuck’ Trend?!

Hey everyone!

So this trend has been all over the runways and is now rapidly growing in popularity. It is the ‘hairtuck’ trend – what do you guys think of it? It’s a quick and cute way to sport short hair – I think it’s adorable and a great alternative if you want to see how you look with short hair without actually cutting it.

If you don’t know what this trend is, here are some pics:

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I think this look is effortless & chic – I am absolutely in love with how it looks! I don’t think it would suit me though, but you never know until you try!

What are your thoughts on this trend? Leave a vote or comment!

Amy x

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* I do not own these pictures.

How to: Reduce Scars

Hi guys!

Here’s a quick tip I’d like to share with you all and it’s about how to remove scars! I wouldn’t recommend this method if your skin is really dry as it’ll string quite a bit. The method I have tried is using lemon juice, since we have a lemon tree in the backyard. This way is extremely cheap yet effective, as I found.

What you’ll need:

– A lemon

– Small cup/bowl

– A cotton pad

Steps:

It’s really simple.

1. All you need to do is squeeze the juice out of the lemon into the container you have chosen.

2. Dip a cotton pad in the lemon juice and apply to the scarred areas (make sure you washed your face prior & that it is completely dry before applying the lemon juice).

3. Leave this on for a minimum of 10 minutes. Wash off. Try to repeat this everyday or every second day to see results faster.

NOTE: Try not to expose your skin to light with the lemon juice on it as it will react and may leave a light patch on your skin. (I’d recommend doing it just before you sleep, this way you could even leave it over night).

How does it work?

The lemon acts as a natural bleach, therefore it helps fade out the scars. The alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) removes the dead skin cells, encourages growth of new ones and gives the skin more elasticity.

What methods do you guys use to remove scars? Also let me know if you try this one out & if it worked well for you!

Amy x

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Violet Box: January 2015

Hi guys!

So this was my first ever beauty subscription box, the violet box (this box is only available to Australians and New Zealanders). To be quite frank, the box didn’t reach my expectations, especially because I was soo excited to receive it. Their customer service was cringe worthy, I emailed them & tweeted them asking if the violet boxes have been shipped out yet (around the 20th) and they did not even bother replying – I was just curious as their website states they ship mid-month. I have only just received the box on the 4th February, so it is in the next month. On the bright side, I did get $10 off this box and a free brush so that does make up to it a little.

Price: $22.95 (original price without discount)

How the box looked when it arrived:

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Overview

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Lonvitalite 24K Active Gold Yulan Eye Mask – RRP $25.95 (5 pack). Received a single pack = $5.

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The Cosmetic Kitchen Raw Chocolate Clay Mask – RRP $24.95 for 50g. Received the full size product.

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Real Chemistry Luminous 3-Minute Peel – RRP $67 for 50mL. Received a 5mL sample = $6.70

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Mellow Cosmetics Blush – RRP $14. Received the full size product.

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Emite Make Up Precision Eye Pencil – RRP $24.95. Received the full size product.

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A swatch of the eyeliner and blush.

So overall I am not so thrilled with the products as I am not that interested in skin care products (mainly because I am too lazy to use them!) but I think this box would definitely appeal to people who prefer to receive skin care in these boxes. The value was pretty good, it hit a total of $69.20. I am probably the most excited to use the eyeliner pencil as a inner corner highlighter or the under eye mask. I am also curious to see how the 3 minute peel mask works. The blush is a nice, natural looking colour. The least exciting product to me is the chocolate clay mask as I think it will be messy to use – it requires you to mix it in with water before applying it.

I have seen better violet boxes in the past which have been showcased by other bloggers and youtubers and am not that thrilled with this one. Not to mention their customer service was horrible!

Rate: 2/5

Just to let you all know I have already unsubscribed to this box because I don’t think I’d pay $22.95 for another right now also I wasn’t too impressed with their customer service – maybe in the future I will give it another go.

*UGH, quick update they said I can’t cancel until next month because it is past the 3rd… (I emailed them on the 4th, which was the day the box arrived). Super annoying! Also I just opened the longvitalite eye mask to find there’s only ONE in the packet. I think was a mistake though as the package clearly shows it has two – also who gives out eye masks for only one eye! Do not recommend this brand…

I have signed up for the ‘Lust Have It’ beauty box and am excited to try that one – I have high hopes (again)! Will definitely keep you all posted on how that one turns out.

Let me know your thoughts on this box if you’ve tried it before! Also what are your favourite beauty boxes? Am I being too harsh?

Amy x

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❤

Review: Vaseline Spray Moisturiser

Hi everyone!

I’ve got another review from you with a product I’ve recently become OBSESSED with, like seriously, I want to buy 10 bottles. I believe that there are 3 different scents you can get this spray moisturiser in but I decided to get it in cocoa glow. Onto the review!

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How it looks when sprayed on.

Price: $10

Packaging: I love the simple packaging of this moisturiser – it is light weight and therefore perfect for travel. This moisturiser is so handy especially when traveling as you don’t need to lug around a bottle of lotion. It has a resealable lid which twists, ensuring that product isn’t unintentionally sprayed out.

Pros:

To be honest, everything. I am completely in love with this product. The scent of it is AMAZING – I’m not that great at describing smells but it has a sweet, light chocolaty scent to it (not over powering at all). This moisturiser makes me look forward to getting out of the shower just to use it – the smell is to die for! Most importantly, it is really moisturising (my boyfriend said my skin feels a lot softer without knowing I started using this, which is awesome and proves it works, hehe), however I still am required to use this everyday after my shower otherwise my skin does feel a little dry, but this may because I have very dry skin. This moisturiser is super easy to apply, absorbs lightning fast and does not feel your skin feeling sticky and doesn’t make you look like you just put tons of moisturiser on – definite pros!

Cons:

As stated above I do need to use this everyday after I shower if I want my skin to stay feeling moisturised, meaning that it’s probably has a 4/5 effectiveness (although my skin is really dry).

Recommend?

YES! This is by far my favourite product I have tried in the past few months – I think the price is reasonable as well, but if this goes on sale, I shall prepare myself for an empty wallet! This is a lightweight, beautifully scented moisturiser which absorbs unbelievably fast. It is perfect if you’re on the go, lounging at home or even before a date (I can’t express how wonderful it smells, you have to try it for yourself!).

Let’s Connect on Twitter!

Hi guys!

Sorry about this random and quick post – but I just wanted to say I recently have become obsessed with twitter (anyone else?). So leave your twitter usernames down below so I can follow you or just follow me and I’ll follow you back (@amyxh_) – I love reading (and stalking in the least creepy possible way 😉 ) all your tweets, hehe! So let’s connect so we can chat and DM all day ;).

Amy x

Featuring: RasaVilJewelery

Hi guys!

Ok, so I was browsing around ETSY and Rasa reached out to me (her shop name is RasaVilJewelery). I checked out her store and absolutely LOVE her statement jewellery pieces. I think they are an excellent way to spice up an outfit or add sophistication. Here are my top five favourite pieces from her!

The first one:il_570xN.703585771_gluoHow gorgeous is this piece? I love the unique, sophisticated vibe it gives off. It even has a bit of a ‘mysterious’ feel to it. I would definitely wear this necklace to add an extra ‘wow’ factor to my outfits at semi-special/special events. I love how it is really simple, yet beautiful – all the focus is on the gorgeous jewel in the middle, which I imagine shines brilliantly when the light hits it. This one is favourite out of all the ones I’m featuring!

The second one:

il_570xN.702898058_o28mHow elegant is this piece? This is a great option if you really want to make a statement, in my opinion this necklace is a show stopper. You can really see how much care has been taken in the creation of this – every detail is perfectly organised and really compliments the overall look of it. I think this would look so gorgeous with a long, white dress with small blots of colour (or even just plain white), it would definitely be the main focus and star of the outfit.

The third one:

il_570xN.605033034_952tOkay guys, honestly how fashionable is this necklace? I love the mermaid-like feel it gives off. I think this necklace would definitely be a compliment grabber. I love the overall colour scheme of gold, white and blue – these colours always look amazing together. The blue jewels and gold touch gives it a more sophisticated feel, making it definitely wearable for important events.

The fourth one:

il_570xN.478244092_r6n1This piece is less bold than the others but still is a stunning piece – it will make an outfit look effortless. If you aren’t feeling like being in the spot-light as much, this necklace would be perfect. I love how it looks simple yet elegant and that it would easily match almost every outfit you create! Easy to match necklaces are a must in my jewellery and outfit staples.

A closer look of the fine details:

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The fifth one:

il_570xN.703814073_1pwwLast but not least, a bracelet! I love this bracelet as it has the gorgeous, opaque jewel in the middle – I think this shows finesse and is very stylish. This is a more toned down statement piece, which is perfect if you want it to compliment an outfit without overdoing it. The beautiful beads around the jewel add texture and makes the bracelet stand out compared to other normal bracelets.

If you guys would like to see more of Rasa’s handmade (can you believe they’re handmade – she is truly talented) jewellery you can check out her store at: https://www.etsy.com/au/shop/RasaVilJewelery – she even allows custom orders!

To connect with her:

Let me know which your favourite piece is that I featured! Mine is the first one – it is just gorgeous and definitely down my alley!

Amy x

If you are a business and would like to be featured, please email me at: aoxh23@gmail.com

* This post was sponsored.

Review: Garnier Micellar Cleansing Water

Heey everyone! I’ve got a review for y’all on the Garnier Micellar Cleansing Water :).

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Price: $11.95 (I bought mine on sale though, for about $8 if I remember correctly).

Packaging:

I love the simple, chic packaging. It is aesthetic to the eye and consumers love to see the product inside the bottle. The sealed cap is sturdy, making it reliable for traveling or just a short trip somewhere.

Pros:

It easily removes waterproof makeup – I normally wear waterproof eyeliner which my Simple makeup remover has trouble removing instantly, this Garnier one removes it in a few swipes. The solution feels nice on the skin and does not cause any irritation or sting (my skin is very sensitive too), so this is a definite pro). It is pretty much scentless. Easy to use, you just pour some out onto a cotton pad (easy to control how much is poured out too).

Cons:

The only thing I dislike about this is the trouble of having to use multiple pads to remove my makeup, due to this I personally prefer makeup wipes when I do a full face of makeup. This is perfect for days on which I only use eyeliner or mascara.

Recommend?

I would recommend this makeup remover if you’re after something effective, quick and easy to remove your makeup on a daily basis – it is also fine for sensitive skin & travel friendly.

Rate: 4/5

Let me know down below if you guys have tried this product out and if you love it as much as I do! If not, what are your go-to makeup removers?

Amy x