Brunette Beauty

Packaging: 2 different sized sponges housed in a clear plastic package with a window cut out of the recycled looking cardboard so the sponges are visible. The back contains info on the uses of the sponges. Large Base Blender Use to build coverage. The flat surface helps with larger area. The round base bends lines and the wedge like tip blends precise straight lines. Mini Detail Blender Use for precise coverage. It has a firmer feel, maybe due to the size. They can be used wet or dry but best results are with them wet. The unique EcoFoam Technology means 70% of the sponge is used by latex free, plant based materials and 100% vegan. It's a great alternative to other sponges available. I personally have no use for the mini sponge as the wedge tip on the large gets into small areas fine. This flat tip would be very handy to for the baking technique. Ive tried numerous other beauty sponges and the EcoTools felt firmer on the face and took more bouncing to blend i...

Packaging: Hand length pink tinted plastic bottle that tapers in slightly at the top. The silver text and logo on the bottle match the pump of which there is a short clear lid for, The cardboard box follows the same colour scheme. The nozzle works well with a wide, long and soft spray. Smell: Floral and sweet. Colour: N/A. Formula/ Texture: This is ultra fine mist It's lightweight with no greasy or sticky feeling afterwards. You can feel the mist on the skin but it evaporates quickly but I've used more lightweight setting sprays. It can be used as a refresher or makeup perfecter to set the makeup. It gives a natural glow with a bit of radiance. The TEAOXI complex of green, red and white teas with charged caffeine water help to hydrate and awake the skin. I used it purely as a makeup setting spray and I did find it added a slight longevity to the makeup wear. It wasn't impressive enough to switch permanently from the Urban Decay All Nighter. ...

Packaging: 5 brushes housed in a plastic box. The flat base on each brush enables it to stand on it's own. The handle & ferule is a plastic black and white abstract paint splatter print. This is offset but the soft, matte feel purple end. This print is actually the map of the city of Berlin! A voted design by Real Techniques fans! The duo fibre bristles are soft and fluffy that can be used for liquid or power application. I've used mine only for powder at this time and they perform so very well and sit nicely in the hand! No issues with cleaning or shedding with these. Buffing Brush Slightly flared bristles with a rectangle shape. I do antiquate this to flare out with use. Contour Brush Slight flare rounded shape. Stippling Brush Typical duo fibre brush with sparse, flared bristles. Deluxe Crease Brush Short, densely packed round domed shape. Base Shadow Brush Short, thin, domed bristle shape with the thinnest handle barrel. Availa...

Packaging: Palm sized square glass bottle with a gold and white dropper lid. The glass is a dark blue tint and when held to the light you can see how small the internal area is. The dropper is effective and dispenses a decent amount of product. Smell: Plants. Colour: Teal. Sheer when rubbed in. Formula/ Texture: This is a very thin and smooth oil consistency. It has a cooling sensation and is quite easy to apply and rub into the skin.  Apply at night time only. It's not greasy or sticky. However this must  not be used whilst pregnant. It contains a calming essential oil blend of blue tansy, german chamomile and cape chamomile to soothe redness for a healthier more even toned complexion. The retinol ester helps with anti ageing properties, increased skin plumpness (reduced fine lines), UV ageing, pore size and overall smoother skin texture. I didn't see much of a difference with my skin compared to the Good Genes. Perhaps the d...

Packaging: Hand sized round glass bottle with with a white pump. While you can see the product inside this level never drops as the serum is housed inside a bag inside the bottle. The gold chrome cap matches the text on the bottle. Smell/Taste: Funny smelling acid. Colour: Pearlescent white, rubs clear. Formula/ Texture: This is a thin, smooth lotion consistency. It easily applies and rubs into the skin leaving a healthy glow but nothing shimmery. It contains lactic acid at a purified grade at the high potency helps smooth the appearance of deeper wrinkles and hyper pigmentation for a more even toned complexion. The skin therefore looks plump with liquorice to brighten and all an arnica to soothe when used morning and night. Maybe it's the liquorice I can smell in this. I enjoyed this and saw some difference in the overall look of my skin. I don't know if I saw enough of a difference to justify the large price tag. Available: From Mecca...

Packaging: This has two glass bottle housed in a soft matt cardboard box. Great value and set to try out the brand and their best selling hyped products. - Good Genes Lactic Acid 15ml - Luna Oil - Retinol Oil 15ml I regularly see this set pop up online going in and out of stock. The set is expensive but you get such decent sized products to test the usage of them. Available: From Mecca Cosmetica, mecca.com.au for $110. 

Packaging: Large and mini sensibio waters as well as a plastic circular zip close pouch with white cotton rounds. All housed in a I thinks it's such a unique and fun way to try this product out. The cotton rounds aren't anything too special but the plastic ouch they come in is such a handy thing to have for travelling. How many times I've travelled and flung my loose cotton rounds in my bag; they're either gotten lost amongst everything or slightly dirty. The pouch keeps them clean and together, making it easier to locate. I have tried this Bioderma out before and LOVE it. It's my holy grail product to remove my make-up. Of course I will try out different types and brand of makeup remover but I always go back to this. So when picking up this set I knew I was getting value for money with the two different sizes, even though I had no immediate use for the mini size. Plus the handy travel pouch sealed the deal. Contains - Sensibio H2O 500ml - Sensibio H...