My first empty is Clearasil Stayclear Skin Perfecting Wash with microbeads in 150mls.
What it claims is 'gentle exfoliating formula helps clear and prevent breakouts. Contains moisturisers to help care for your skin.'
My first impression:
I thought this cleanser was nothing special. Sure it did cleanse and was gentle on my skin but I didnt see any visable improvements and I could not feel the microbeads working. Nothing amazing...yet.
But then...
I changed to another cleanser and realised the difference it had actually made. I realised it did prevent breakouts (as I have combination to dry skin I only have the odd spot every now and then). When I changed back and started to love this product completely. Although Clearasil is aimed at the teenaged and acne suffering market, I believe this to be suitable for anyone with a dry to normal complexion. While I have also tried the gel version (review on that later), this creamy cleanser was just so soothing on my skin and cleansed exceptionally well without overly drying out my skin. It did not lather so much but was the most moisturising face wash I have used to date.
My final decision:
Since it actually did prevent spots (which I am getting more of since ive run out) I would say it is true to its claims to 'penetrate deep into pores to remove dirt, oil and bacteria'. But most importantly it is super gentle even on sensitive or irritated skin. During the winter when my skin was very dry, this was the only cleanser which didnt leave my skin feeling tight before moisturising.
Recommendation from my experiences: Combination to dry skin types will love the creamy formula. (if youre oily go for the gel version)
Would I buy it again?
Definitely! For a supermarket brand (which I did not expect such a stand out product from clearasil) and even out of all the cleansers I have used before, I would say this is a very decent and effective cleanser. For the price it exceeded my expectations and is definitely worth trying (and repurchasing!)
I bought this from Woolworths for about $10 from the regimen set which includes the co-ordinated scrub. So effectively this was only $5! I would say to give this product some time to really se a difference
Sunday, 16 February 2014
Sunday, 13 January 2013
New Ecotools Brushes 2012
Im constantly on the hunt for new products and especially when there are no reviews for them (makes me curious!). So Ive previously bought some ecotools brushes which were just so soft and great to use that when they come out with a new release I come running to buy it. While they probably wont hit my shores for a long time I will probably just source them from online. However recently I found out that there are fake ecotools which is quite strange since they are quite inexpensive anyway...
So back to the reason for this post! I visited the ecotools website and found out their new releases. While I wont talk about all of them (so if youre curious you can check it out for yourself), i though I would just mention the top 3 which I will hope to be buying when they are instock on my favourite site for buying my brushes (iherb).
Here goes:
1) Face and body sculpting brush.
2) Fresh and flawless complexion brush set (with super cool design!)
Flat Concealer Brush
Buffing Concealer Brush
Precisiion Foundation Brush
Complexion Blending Brush
Full Powder Brush
3) Deluxe fan brush
On another note, the 6 piece eye essential brush set looks like it has a new packaging! How exciting :) It looks alot prettier but sadly I already have this. I wish they put the beautiful green design on all the packaging (eco travel bags). Also the design looks new on all of the brushes too. They have a darker bronzed metal look with the logo stamped in. Looks very cool!
So back to the reason for this post! I visited the ecotools website and found out their new releases. While I wont talk about all of them (so if youre curious you can check it out for yourself), i though I would just mention the top 3 which I will hope to be buying when they are instock on my favourite site for buying my brushes (iherb).
Here goes:
1) Face and body sculpting brush.
2) Fresh and flawless complexion brush set (with super cool design!)
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| picture from iherb.com |
3) Deluxe fan brush
On another note, the 6 piece eye essential brush set looks like it has a new packaging! How exciting :) It looks alot prettier but sadly I already have this. I wish they put the beautiful green design on all the packaging (eco travel bags). Also the design looks new on all of the brushes too. They have a darker bronzed metal look with the logo stamped in. Looks very cool!
Saturday, 5 January 2013
Ecotools and Modelco is now available in which Australian supermarket?
Both Ecotools and Modelco are now avaliable at Woolworths! I spotted a good variety of brushes and other cosmetic implements at my local store which means Priceline is no longer the only one to stocklist for Ecotools.
Wednesday, 2 January 2013
REAL TECHNIQUES Core Collection Brushes Review
Using the right tools is so important and having the right brushes can make a world of difference to your makeup application. Ive been using the Real Techniques Core Collection brushes literally everyday and can honestly say they are incredible!
Real Techniques brushes are available at Priceline Australia and also online at iherb.com
An offer exclusively for my readers (correct at time of posting):
At Iherb you can get $5 off the total of your first purchase) with free shipping internationally (airmail or DHL from USA) for order over $40.
How do I get a discount?
To get $5 off and 2 free samples of your choice with your order use the code: ESU698
- Valid for first purchase only
- No minimum spend
- Can be up to $8 or $10 off during promotional periods
- Free shipping with orders over $40 (correct at time of publishing)
- Shipping to Australia is only about $4 for orders under $40
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| L- R: foundation brush, contour brush, concelaer brush and buffing brush. |
The core collection contains 4 essential face brushes:
The foundation brush - small tapered tip makes it very easy to reach all parts of the face. It is my everyday foundation brush, hence it is a little dirty. Can be used with liquid foundation, cream products and also great for precise application of highlighter. It's soft yet dense enough to avoid streaks.
Contour brush - Multipurpose and very useful for applying highlighter, bronzer and blush. I also use this for powder sometimes because it provides a super light and even finish (my favourite of the lot). Makes blending a treat!
Concealer brush - the precision tip makes concealing blemishes a breeze. It is an absolute dream to blend so evenly without using your fingers hence a very airbrushed finish. The density of the bristles is a bit heavier than the foundation brush so disperses alot more product. It can also be used as a detalier eye brush or lip brush.
Buffing brush - the flat top makes buffing powders and mineral foundations into the skin very easy and smooth. I am really fond of the fluffiness and softness of the bristles which disperses a good amount of product which can be built to a fuller coverage. It is also great for stippling and blending in liquid foundations and just buffing everything in.
So thats my run down of all the brushes. As always, I am going to finish off with a quick pro's and con's list.
PROS:
- A very very soft and fluffy synthetic bristles, not scratchy at all
- Brushes do not shed
- The foundation brush does not absorb liquid products
The foundation brush - small tapered tip makes it very easy to reach all parts of the face. It is my everyday foundation brush, hence it is a little dirty. Can be used with liquid foundation, cream products and also great for precise application of highlighter. It's soft yet dense enough to avoid streaks.
Contour brush - Multipurpose and very useful for applying highlighter, bronzer and blush. I also use this for powder sometimes because it provides a super light and even finish (my favourite of the lot). Makes blending a treat!
Concealer brush - the precision tip makes concealing blemishes a breeze. It is an absolute dream to blend so evenly without using your fingers hence a very airbrushed finish. The density of the bristles is a bit heavier than the foundation brush so disperses alot more product. It can also be used as a detalier eye brush or lip brush.
Buffing brush - the flat top makes buffing powders and mineral foundations into the skin very easy and smooth. I am really fond of the fluffiness and softness of the bristles which disperses a good amount of product which can be built to a fuller coverage. It is also great for stippling and blending in liquid foundations and just buffing everything in.
So thats my run down of all the brushes. As always, I am going to finish off with a quick pro's and con's list.
PROS:
- A very very soft and fluffy synthetic bristles, not scratchy at all
- Brushes do not shed
- The foundation brush does not absorb liquid products
- Suitable if you want basic affordable brushes or to supplement your kit
- Case easily fits another 5-6 brushes and stands (loving the case!)
- Great for travel
- Feels sturdy and easy to use
CONS:
- Foundation brush is very small and slim
- Case easily fits another 5-6 brushes and stands (loving the case!)
- Great for travel
- Feels sturdy and easy to use
CONS:
- Foundation brush is very small and slim
- Why weren't these made earlier?! they are soo good!
One more thing the stand is completely genius and unique to this product! It is soo functional and I really like that the elastic is firm enough to fit more brushes. I just like to keep my everyday eye brushes and a lip brush with this and leave it standing. Its just so very cool.
Here's what it looks like:
One more thing the stand is completely genius and unique to this product! It is soo functional and I really like that the elastic is firm enough to fit more brushes. I just like to keep my everyday eye brushes and a lip brush with this and leave it standing. Its just so very cool.
Here's what it looks like:
Real Techniques brushes are available at Priceline Australia and also online at iherb.com
An offer exclusively for my readers (correct at time of posting):
At Iherb you can get $5 off the total of your first purchase) with free shipping internationally (airmail or DHL from USA) for order over $40.
How do I get a discount?
To get $5 off and 2 free samples of your choice with your order use the code: ESU698
- Valid for first purchase only
- No minimum spend
- Can be up to $8 or $10 off during promotional periods
- Free shipping with orders over $40 (correct at time of publishing)
- Shipping to Australia is only about $4 for orders under $40
Tuesday, 18 December 2012
RIMMEL LONDON BB Cream Review
My very first review featuring.... drumroll please... Rimmel London's BB cream!
For Aussie beauty lovers, it is soo exciting to finally get to try out a product before the rest of the world. This BB cream is a relatively new product to join the market and has already become one of my everyday favourites.
For Aussie beauty lovers, it is soo exciting to finally get to try out a product before the rest of the world. This BB cream is a relatively new product to join the market and has already become one of my everyday favourites.
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Monday, 10 December 2012
Welcome to Aussie Beauty Blog
The beauty industry is something that I have been interested in since I was a teen. I remember my first tube of Lip Smackers which was the very first item that I considered to be makeup and also the time that I was introduced to a Kajal Eyeliner Pencil. It was a totally life-changing moment. But since then, the beauty industry has evolved and is constantly changing with many new products, brands and technology. Often it can seem impossible to find the right product for you amongst a sea of different product offerings. I have decided to start this blog to document my adventures in the name of beauty and hopefully also help out some fellow beauty lovers through sharing my experiences. So stay tuned for plenty of beauty inspiration, reviews, new product releases and lots more.
All posts are of course my own honest and true opinion which I have not been sponsored for unless otherwise stated. If you have any suggestions please please feel free to comment and subscribe!
- A.B.B
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