Where have I been?

Sorry to have been AWOL for quite some time now, my website has been taking a back seat to work commitments and personal commitments, I’m away for long stretches with work and don’t have access to the internet at all times as well as the comfort of having all of my products close at hand. I’ve also found since moving to Melbourne I haven’t been able to shop or haul beauty products as much as I’d like since I can’t really afford it. I’m hoping that in the new year I can revitalise my website and get some enjoyment out of it again. But here’s what I’ve been up to lately:

Flying:

Took a jaunt down to Antarctica, not a place many people can say they’ve set foot on so I’m very happy I got to experience it.

Watching:

 Addicted to Fringe, a show which no one seems to have heard of so I don’t think it even gets shown in Australia, reminds me of The X-Files minus the aliens but with loads of strange phenomena and gore.

Products I’m Loving:

Clarins Beauty Flash Balm – The hype and amazing reviews of this had me curious so I purchased a tube and I’m amazed at how fabulous this product is. It seems to tighten and repair my skin like a miracle, it’s supposed to be used as a mask and then washed off however I’ve been putting it on at night and sleeping with it so I can wake up looking like a new woman. Works amazingly when I’m away on work trips and haven’t slept much as it perks my skin right up.

L’Occitane Shea Butter Hand Cream – This has been taking pride of place in my handbag, moisturises beautifully with a soft powdery scent. L’Occitane is one of the few brands that I when I walk into the store I actually enjoy the retail shopping experience, the staff are friendly and knowledgeable and are always very generous with samples.

Scunci Pin Twirls – This was another product I was curious about trying so I picked up a packet and I love how easy they are to use. I love to twist my hair up into a high loose bun and twirl one of these through, it seems to feel more comfortable than using a hair elastic to secure my hair which pulls at my scalp. I haven’t tried styling my hair with these for work but I’m curious to see if I could get through airport security without them beeping.

Products I’m Loathing:

Travalo – I thought this refillable travel perfume dispenser would become an essential companion when I’m away on work trips however the first time I took it on a flight it leaked my beloved Roberto Cavalli perfume all through my handbag, I was so disappointed and unfortunately since I was away for 8 days I was stuck with it. It ended up having to be propped upside down in my hotel bathroom and couldn’t come with me anywhere – Complete waste of money and perfume.

I hope you enjoyed my little update of what I’ve been up to lately, I promise to try and do updates like these more often and bring you plenty more beauty and makeup reviews and looks. I’m also working on streamlining my makeup storage and blogging area so that I can photograph it and create a post since I love reading these kinds of posts I thought it was about time I did one of my own. I hope you all had a wonderful Christmas with family and are looking forward to the promise that a new year brings.