I've received all my monthly subscription boxes for this month and filmed videos for each of them. Watch below if your interested.
Thursday, February 23, 2012
Monday, February 20, 2012
Manicure Monday - Australis Nail Colour in Flip Flops - Ltd Edition
Thank you Sydney for giving me a finally nice sunny summer weekend! Although it's Sunday night as i'm writing this (yes I know it's Manicure "Monday") and it's just started raining...
Because of the great weather I decided to have a fun nail weekend and decided to try out the new Australis Nail Colour that I got sent in the shade Flip Flops... it's blue, it's sparkly, it's awesome! It's also limited edition so get thee booty to Priceline or the like and pick one up.. it'll only set you back a RRP of $7.95AUD.
The formula is lovely, I could have gone with 1 coat and been out the door but i'm a stickler for putting 2 coats of polish on and a top coat (Seche Vite).
The royal blue with a gorgeous lighter blue shimmer is perfect for those warm days, or perhaps you want to channel your inner Beyonce and honour the birth of Blue Ivy like Beyonce recently did on her first public appearance since giving birth.
A bit of a close up to see the glitter a bit better, ignore my crappy application of the polish. I was in a rush to take these before I went out for the day.
This product was sent to me for my consideration, all opinions are honest and my own. For further information please read my disclosure policy.
Because of the great weather I decided to have a fun nail weekend and decided to try out the new Australis Nail Colour that I got sent in the shade Flip Flops... it's blue, it's sparkly, it's awesome! It's also limited edition so get thee booty to Priceline or the like and pick one up.. it'll only set you back a RRP of $7.95AUD.
The formula is lovely, I could have gone with 1 coat and been out the door but i'm a stickler for putting 2 coats of polish on and a top coat (Seche Vite).
The royal blue with a gorgeous lighter blue shimmer is perfect for those warm days, or perhaps you want to channel your inner Beyonce and honour the birth of Blue Ivy like Beyonce recently did on her first public appearance since giving birth.
A bit of a close up to see the glitter a bit better, ignore my crappy application of the polish. I was in a rush to take these before I went out for the day.
This product was sent to me for my consideration, all opinions are honest and my own. For further information please read my disclosure policy.
Empties... and Products that didn't work for me!
I've seen these posts on other blogs before and have always wanted to do something similar, I don't think I could do monthly as I don't seem to finish enough things each month to warrant it's own post. However I had a bathroom clean out the other day and found a few empties and also a couple of prodz that I've given up on that didn't work for me and are going into my beauty graveyard (bin)
1. Wella Brilliance Conditioner - RRP $24AUD *
LOVED this conditioner, it smells amazing and made my hair feel incredibly soft and manageable. The thing I love most is the smell actually lasts and my hair stays fresh for days! Repurchase? Yep, I would!
2. John Frieda Sheer Blonde Colour Renew Tone-Refreshing Shampoo RRP $17.99AUD
I need a good purple shampoo to keep my blonde from going brassy, I remember picking this one up at Priceline when there was a sale on John Frieda products since my usual go-to Blonde shampoo's are a bit on the pricier side. This isn't a deep purple shampoo the purple colour is quite light. Basically it does nothing for my blonde hair so it's headed to the beauty graveyard. Repurchase? Nope!
3. John Frieda Sheer Blonde Go Blonder Lightening Conditioner RRP $17.99AUD
I picked this one up the same time as the above, I also got the Shampoo in the Go Blonder range but i'm still using that. I saw Make Up By TiffanyD review this on her YouTube channel and she mentioned she used it in between salon colourings to keep her dark roots at bay, I thought if this works it'll be brilliant. So it didn't really help with my root situation it may have slightly lightened them (in conjunction with the shampoo) but it is actually a really nice conditioner! Repurchase? I would but haven't as yet
4. Lush It's Raining Men Shower Gel RRP $30.50AUD (500g)
Honey I Washed The Kids is one of my favourite scents you can get from Lush, this is the shower gel version! I am more of a fan of shower gels then soap so I was so happy when they released this last year for Valentines Day. I was even happier when I found out it was going to be a permanent part of the line (no more scrimping on using it!) Repurchase? NEED ANOTHER ONE NOW!
5. Dove Go Fresh Revive Nourishing Body Wash RRP $7.36AUD *
The bottle looks like it's been handled by The Hulk, this is the result of the boyfriend using my body wash! It's nicely scented with Pomegranate and Lemon Verbena and is moisturising on the skin. I like it! Repurchase? I bought the Nectarine & White Ginger one from the range
6. Neutrogena Deep Clean Cream Cleanser RRP $13.99AUD
This product has been a staple of mine since I was a teenager, it's refreshing on the skin and doesn't dry my skin out. It takes away the day and doesn't leave a trace of makeup Repurchase? I need to, I feel lost without one!
7. Nivea Invisible Black & White Clear Roll On RRP $3.79AUD *
It's a roll on deodorant, nothing too special about this one. It does its job and smells fine. Repurchase? Possibly if it was on sale or something
8. BioEffect EGF Serum Sample Bottles - RRP $180AUD (15mls) *
I've received 3 of these samples and used up 2. I actually really like this serum it made my skin look and feel amazing when I used it. What I don't like is the price! So expensive! Repurchase? Wayyyy out of my budget, so no
9. QV Face Rescue Gel - RRP $19.95AUD *
This product is for calming the skin, It couldn't have come at a better time when my skin was having major issues (due to a product i'll be mentioning in this post very soon). It helped calm and give it a bit of an extra moisture boost. I also used it as a skin reliever when the boyfriend had really bad sunburn a few weeks back. IT WAS SO GOOD! Repurchase? YES!
10. Garnier Youthful Radiance Multi-Action Night Cream - RRP $13.95AUD
For years Garnier have always been my go-to brand if I run out of night cream, i'll grab a Garnier one... I don't know why either? I managed to pick this one up for an absolute steal (around $5) and I really liked it, the scent is quite strong but it gave my skin a lovely overnight moisture boost! Repurchase? Yep!
11. Lapurete Resurrection Night Cream with Okuru - RRP $59.90AUD *
Sorry but no love at all for this product, it's meant to be natures botox but it just broke me out badly and made my skin completely dry and flakey for weeks on end. I had to go into a lot of damage control after using this product. Repurchase? No Way Jose
Products marked with * were provided for my consideration, all opinions are honest and my own. For further information please read my disclosure policy.
1. Wella Brilliance Conditioner - RRP $24AUD *
LOVED this conditioner, it smells amazing and made my hair feel incredibly soft and manageable. The thing I love most is the smell actually lasts and my hair stays fresh for days! Repurchase? Yep, I would!
2. John Frieda Sheer Blonde Colour Renew Tone-Refreshing Shampoo RRP $17.99AUD
I need a good purple shampoo to keep my blonde from going brassy, I remember picking this one up at Priceline when there was a sale on John Frieda products since my usual go-to Blonde shampoo's are a bit on the pricier side. This isn't a deep purple shampoo the purple colour is quite light. Basically it does nothing for my blonde hair so it's headed to the beauty graveyard. Repurchase? Nope!
3. John Frieda Sheer Blonde Go Blonder Lightening Conditioner RRP $17.99AUD
I picked this one up the same time as the above, I also got the Shampoo in the Go Blonder range but i'm still using that. I saw Make Up By TiffanyD review this on her YouTube channel and she mentioned she used it in between salon colourings to keep her dark roots at bay, I thought if this works it'll be brilliant. So it didn't really help with my root situation it may have slightly lightened them (in conjunction with the shampoo) but it is actually a really nice conditioner! Repurchase? I would but haven't as yet
4. Lush It's Raining Men Shower Gel RRP $30.50AUD (500g)
Honey I Washed The Kids is one of my favourite scents you can get from Lush, this is the shower gel version! I am more of a fan of shower gels then soap so I was so happy when they released this last year for Valentines Day. I was even happier when I found out it was going to be a permanent part of the line (no more scrimping on using it!) Repurchase? NEED ANOTHER ONE NOW!
5. Dove Go Fresh Revive Nourishing Body Wash RRP $7.36AUD *
The bottle looks like it's been handled by The Hulk, this is the result of the boyfriend using my body wash! It's nicely scented with Pomegranate and Lemon Verbena and is moisturising on the skin. I like it! Repurchase? I bought the Nectarine & White Ginger one from the range
6. Neutrogena Deep Clean Cream Cleanser RRP $13.99AUD
This product has been a staple of mine since I was a teenager, it's refreshing on the skin and doesn't dry my skin out. It takes away the day and doesn't leave a trace of makeup Repurchase? I need to, I feel lost without one!
7. Nivea Invisible Black & White Clear Roll On RRP $3.79AUD *
It's a roll on deodorant, nothing too special about this one. It does its job and smells fine. Repurchase? Possibly if it was on sale or something
8. BioEffect EGF Serum Sample Bottles - RRP $180AUD (15mls) *
I've received 3 of these samples and used up 2. I actually really like this serum it made my skin look and feel amazing when I used it. What I don't like is the price! So expensive! Repurchase? Wayyyy out of my budget, so no
9. QV Face Rescue Gel - RRP $19.95AUD *
This product is for calming the skin, It couldn't have come at a better time when my skin was having major issues (due to a product i'll be mentioning in this post very soon). It helped calm and give it a bit of an extra moisture boost. I also used it as a skin reliever when the boyfriend had really bad sunburn a few weeks back. IT WAS SO GOOD! Repurchase? YES!
10. Garnier Youthful Radiance Multi-Action Night Cream - RRP $13.95AUD
For years Garnier have always been my go-to brand if I run out of night cream, i'll grab a Garnier one... I don't know why either? I managed to pick this one up for an absolute steal (around $5) and I really liked it, the scent is quite strong but it gave my skin a lovely overnight moisture boost! Repurchase? Yep!
11. Lapurete Resurrection Night Cream with Okuru - RRP $59.90AUD *
Sorry but no love at all for this product, it's meant to be natures botox but it just broke me out badly and made my skin completely dry and flakey for weeks on end. I had to go into a lot of damage control after using this product. Repurchase? No Way Jose
Products marked with * were provided for my consideration, all opinions are honest and my own. For further information please read my disclosure policy.
Sunday, February 19, 2012
Bye Bye Google Friend Connect! How to import your blogs currently on google!
As you may have seen already on some other blogs is that Google Friend Connect has decided to not allow people who are on non google hosted blogs (ie. Anything other then blogger blogs) to use their service anymore. I believe this is to make way and force more people to use the new Google+.
This is frustrating as I know this is how I've come to follow all my blogs, and it's what I use so people can also follow me.
I'm not entirely sure if once this comes into effect that the current subscriptions will stop updating on Google Reader, so i've decided to let you all know of other ways you can find my blog and follow it :)
Now not totally blog related or whatever but you can also find me on the following websites if they interest you at all!
Now you have no excuse to not continue to read this blog :)
Something else I wanted to share with you, I had a panic about 40mins ago thinking if google friend connect is going to stop following my favourite blogs, how do I keep updated with them all (I read a lot of blogs). I then found a way to import your blog list from google reader into Bloglovin! YAY!
Here's how to do it
1. In your google reader account, go to 'settings'
2. Click on the tab with Import/Export
3. On the 'Export Information' graph there will be a download on OPML column and the first line 'subscriptions'. Download this file.
4. Go to - http://www.bloglovin.com/import
5. Upload the file you downloaded from Google Reader
6. DONE!
I'm pretty sure it only imports the blogs that are currently on Bloglovin, but it's at least a start.
I am keeping the Google Friend Connect widget on my blog for the time being, I will remove it once it has stopped working. I am also working on fixing my RSS feed which is down for some reason and getting badges for the new G+ page etc. Sometimes blogging isn't all makeup and fun :)
This is frustrating as I know this is how I've come to follow all my blogs, and it's what I use so people can also follow me.
I'm not entirely sure if once this comes into effect that the current subscriptions will stop updating on Google Reader, so i've decided to let you all know of other ways you can find my blog and follow it :)
- The easiest thing to do is follow this blog via bloglovin, Click Here to follow me!
- I also tweet a lot, and on my twitter I automatically update on any new blog posts or videos
- Facebook is another option! Like my page to receive updates straight to your facebook timeline!
- I have setup a Google+ account for the blog as well, It might take awhile to get used to it but it is there!
- Subscribe to my YouTube channel!
Now not totally blog related or whatever but you can also find me on the following websites if they interest you at all!
- I have a tumblr that I sometimes go on major tumble spree's on, but honestly it's quite neglected!
- I am utterly addicted to Pinterest! I can get lost for hours on that website
- Another slight addiction of mine, Instagram! I love this app and am often "instagramming"
Now you have no excuse to not continue to read this blog :)
Something else I wanted to share with you, I had a panic about 40mins ago thinking if google friend connect is going to stop following my favourite blogs, how do I keep updated with them all (I read a lot of blogs). I then found a way to import your blog list from google reader into Bloglovin! YAY!
Here's how to do it
1. In your google reader account, go to 'settings'
2. Click on the tab with Import/Export
3. On the 'Export Information' graph there will be a download on OPML column and the first line 'subscriptions'. Download this file.
4. Go to - http://www.bloglovin.com/import
5. Upload the file you downloaded from Google Reader
6. DONE!
I'm pretty sure it only imports the blogs that are currently on Bloglovin, but it's at least a start.
I am keeping the Google Friend Connect widget on my blog for the time being, I will remove it once it has stopped working. I am also working on fixing my RSS feed which is down for some reason and getting badges for the new G+ page etc. Sometimes blogging isn't all makeup and fun :)
Friday, February 10, 2012
Let's get Naked 2!
If your a fan of the Urban Decay Naked Palette (seriously this is my HG product!) then surely you've heard of the sequel, the Naked 2!
When the initial palette was released it was like trying to pull teeth trying to get your hands on one and get it shipped to Australia, but luckily the UK online store Beauty Bay came to the party and stocked and shipped them to us lucky Aussies.
Guess what? THEY HAVE THE NAKED 2! and wanna know something else? FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING (at time of posting this).
So of course as soon as I got the email, I ordered one and am now patiently waiting for it to arrive. All up with currency conversion it cost $55 which is less then 2 MAC eyeshadows here.
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When the initial palette was released it was like trying to pull teeth trying to get your hands on one and get it shipped to Australia, but luckily the UK online store Beauty Bay came to the party and stocked and shipped them to us lucky Aussies.
Guess what? THEY HAVE THE NAKED 2! and wanna know something else? FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING (at time of posting this).
So of course as soon as I got the email, I ordered one and am now patiently waiting for it to arrive. All up with currency conversion it cost $55 which is less then 2 MAC eyeshadows here.
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Thursday, February 2, 2012
Girl On Film! Latest Videos!
Here are my latest Youtube videos! I don't always post them on here as I do them so I thought either a weekly or fortnightly round up post of them might work out better.
1. January Bellabox - See me opening the BellaBox beauty subscription box, The video cut out at the end (for some reason this ALWAYS happens on my BellaBox videos? weird!) I didn't realize until after it was uploaded and didn't really have time to fix it up. Sorry! You still get to see all the contents of the box though. My thoughts on it this month were a bit mixed, I thought there were too many sachet product samples and I was really confused by the perfume I was given. I also think the lip balm provided while it's nice it's a full size, the actually price of the product is an absolute rip off!
2. My Nail Polish Obsession Tag - This is a tag video! I haven't done one in ages and they are loads of fun, let me know if you find any fun ones that I can do in the future :)
I have also been doing weekly vlog videos focusing on my health and fitness journey! I'm probably not going to post these on here but if you want to check them out feel free to subscribe to me on youtube or just go watch them. My direct youtube link is - http://www.youtube.com/user/vulcanellaxo
1. January Bellabox - See me opening the BellaBox beauty subscription box, The video cut out at the end (for some reason this ALWAYS happens on my BellaBox videos? weird!) I didn't realize until after it was uploaded and didn't really have time to fix it up. Sorry! You still get to see all the contents of the box though. My thoughts on it this month were a bit mixed, I thought there were too many sachet product samples and I was really confused by the perfume I was given. I also think the lip balm provided while it's nice it's a full size, the actually price of the product is an absolute rip off!
2. My Nail Polish Obsession Tag - This is a tag video! I haven't done one in ages and they are loads of fun, let me know if you find any fun ones that I can do in the future :)
I have also been doing weekly vlog videos focusing on my health and fitness journey! I'm probably not going to post these on here but if you want to check them out feel free to subscribe to me on youtube or just go watch them. My direct youtube link is - http://www.youtube.com/user/vulcanellaxo
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