Lovable Lilac, Vegan Friendly Lip Cream

Keeping with my theme of vegan friendly makeup! Just a super quick post about one of my new favourite lip products! I have a few lip products from Innoxa and they are amaaazing. I went into Myer on the weekend and they had a super Saturday sale on, so it was 40% off Innoxa products and a whole other bunch of stuff in store. I found a list of vegan friendly Innoxa products here and couldn't go past this colour! They even have a page on their website dedicated to vegan friendly products. Check it out here.

They are normally $14.95 but I got it for $8. It's an amazing consistency, goes on smoothly and looks great even when it fades. As random as it is, it actually has a nice taste! Would 100% repurchase. 

Love love love.

Some vegans or cruelty free shoppers don't like to purchase vegan products from a mother brand (Heritage Brands in this instance), that sell other brands that are not cruelty free. I found this statement from their website;

'Heritage Brands is very proud to announce that Australis Cosmetics, Innoxa and Mode have all been registered on the Choose Cruelty Free list.

Heritage Brands is now accredited by the Choose Cruelty Free Limited as an animal cruelty-free company.

Each of our brands are against animal testing and we take great pride in that.'

So it is totally up to personal preference. Big companies tend to own a lot of smaller companies so it makes it very limited to what you can or cannot buy based on your beliefs. As the last line says in regards to their other brands, 'against animal testing' that doesn't always mean that there is no testing being done, but do your research and if you are happy buying something then it is 100% your choice!

elf Cosmetics Review - Concealers

I used to use the Australis Full on Foundation stick for a concealer and base which was amazing, but I read the ingredients recently and it contains beeswax, so as I'm trying to be completely ethical I decided to look for something else as an alternative.

I have quite a few elf products;

a. They are all Vegan  

b. They are so affordable

So my next thought was to try some concealers...

Under Eye Concealer and Highlighter - Light/Glow

$8

Re-purchase

I first purchased the Under Eye Concealer and Highlighter which I immediately fell in love with. The applicator is super easy to use and blend. I'm not sure if I was more impressed with the concealer or the highlighter. The highlighter is amazing for an eye primer and makes every colour pop like crazy! 

Maximum Coverage Concealer - Sand

$8

Re-purchase

Because I was using the concealer in the duo every day I wanted to buy more before I ran out so I ventured onto the Maximum Coverage Concealer which is essentially the concealer in the duo to me, so much love. I do prefer the applicator in the duo but the Maximum Coverage Concealer works fine using brushes to apply.

All Over Cover Stick - Light /Beige

$3

Re-purchase

The All Over Cover Stick was the best thing in comparison to the Australis Full on Foundation stick. It is so eaasy to use, and I basically just smear it everywhere and then blend it in with a flat foundation brush. It does not last all day by itself but when combined with other products it works very well on my skin. Whenever I need to get ready quickly, this is my go to product as it is so quick and simple to use. It is the perfect size to carry around with me as well.

Smells amazing. Obsessed.

Concealer - Ivory

$4

wouldn't buy again

The only one I was dissapointed in was the concealer stick, but I think that is just personal preference I much rather a liquid concealer than a cream or stick, just for ease of application. Also the problem of matching to my skin tone was difficult as I bought these items pre-packaged from Kmart and for obvious reasons you can't return makeup. So it is a little dark for me but still use-able.

Other goodies...

elf Eye Refresh

$8

re-purchase

My other item which I am currently obsessed with is the elf Eye Refresh. Which is actually the best thing ever if you are not a morning person or need a quick pick me up during the day. It does not affect the look of your makeup but is an instant up lift for those dry tired eyes. I keep this one in my bag all the time. 

It is a roll on applicator and has a cool metallic feel. Very difficult to photograph cause it's metallic packaging but that makes it easier to find in a handbag. wew!

elf Radiance Enhancer - Spotlight

$8

re-purchase

And last but not least the elf Radiance Enhancer. I like to experiment with new products and teach myself new techniques. I haven't really had any experience with contouring or highlighting so this product was a good starter for me. It has a slight pink velvety look and is great around the eye area. But is super shiny so you only need a tiny bit. Because of the large applicator I tend to use a different brush or even a finger to blend it in. 

The bottom is a twist applicator and the product comes out between the soft bristles at the top end of the brush.

Essence Cosmetics Review

I've never tried this brand before but was curious as everything was so cheap. I thought I may as well try it out. The display looks quite young so I wasn't too sure how the products were going to be. I'm definitely happy I gave it a go.

Price: $3.50

Not a re purchase

This coverstick wasn't my best purchase, compared to my usual Rimmel concealer this one is very dry and hard to blend. It doesn't last long and creases.

See here from Priceline

Price: $2.49

Colour: 17 tu-tu-turquoise

REPURCHASE

I love love love this, possibly one of the best eyeliners I have ever purchased, I went and got the black also. The colour is super vibrant, really smooth, doesn't smudge and lasts all day

See here on the Essence website

Price: $4.25

REPURCHASE

This is one of my favourite mascaras, definitely definitely waterproof, gives great volume and lasts well. It does thin throughout the day however, and cannot be reapplied smoothly. Still love it.

See here from Priceline

Studio nails, ultra strong nail hardener

Price: $1.75

Repurchase

This polish dries super quick and has an instant effect, good for when you're in a bit of a rush. Its not as nourishing as the XXL thickener, but I would still recommend it.

See here from Priceline

Studio nails, XXL nail thickener

Price: $1.47

Repurchase

I cannot believe that other products cost so ridiculously much, at only $1.47 you could buy 10 of these for the price of one nail hardener. This one is so great, its kind of like a gel, a instant nail thickener without going flakey, I use it as a base coat under all of my nail colours. AMAZE

See here from Priceline

NYE Makeup Tutorial, Video

I have been meaning to film a makeup tutorial for quite a while, it was pretty hard to get this as I used a makeshift tripod (a box) and I have a small digital camera so the audio/visual quality is preeeeetty average! Anywho...

This video will show you how to do a fairly easy and fun look for NYE or a party. This can be achieved without fancy brushes or super expensive products. This is pretty much your typical smokey eye with blue as a substitute. Glitter is your best friend, go wild and have fun!

Check it out here!

Products Used During This Video:

FACE:
MAC Liquid Foundation, "Studio Fix Fluid"
Covergirl Powder Foundation, "Advanced Radiance"
Inglot Bronzer
Inglot Blush, "Multi-colour System" #90

EYES:
Designer Brands Eye Shadow, "Shimmer Palette/Matte"
Rimmel London Colour Rush Quad Eye Shadow, "014 Bold Behaviour"
Rimmel London Colour Rush, "021 Alluring"
Be Yourself Shimmer, "Blue"
Chi Chi Liquid Eyeliner, "Scene Queen"
Inglot Liquid Eyeliner, "27 Silver"
Australis Eyeliner Pencil, "Black"
Maybelline Mascara, "XXL Pro, Very Black/Noir Intense"
1000th Hour, Natural Lashes, "Black Vogue"

LIPS:
Chapstick, "Strawberry Lip Balm"
Napoleon Perdis, "Emma Lipgloss"

Enjoy my stupid poses!!

 Having some fun posing!