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    • Today's outfit is all about the little details. Starting by pairing these high waisted shorts with this camo tube top from Twinkledeals, the look goes to a whole new level with the addition of this fabulous belt from Pretty Little Thing. I've also been obsessed with this backpack at the minute from Gamiss. The rivet detailing gives any outfit an edgy look, and I love the round, bucket shape because it manages to fit quite a fair few things inside without being to bulky.

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    posted by . 2/12/18 .




    That's right, I'm back with another Bellabox unboxing, but this time we're taking a little look inside a limited edition version; The Couples Box. In honour of upcoming Valentine's Day (which honestly I have zero feelings either way about), Bellabox has a 'Date Night' themed box filled with 12 unisex products that both you and your special someone can enjoy. There are some pretty good products in here, so lets just dive in.


    Dusty Girls Earth Cream Tinted Moisturiser 
    If you haven't heard of Dusty Girls before they are an awesome, vegan brand that create beautiful makeup products. I've never actually had the chance to try any Dusty Girls products before, so I was super excited to see one in this box. Their Earth Cream is a mineral based tinted moisturiser and I have to say a little goes a long way with this stuff, and it gives a nice full coverage.

    I feel like Molton Brown products just scream elegance and timelessness. While Molton Brown do have men's and women's ranges, products like this tend to be unisex by their very nature, so while this may be targeted at the men, if your a lady who doesn't mind a bit more of a manly scent sometimes (like myself), there's no reason you can't snag this and use it to. I find the Coastal Cypress & Sea Fennel smells a lot more like a mens product, whereas the Rose Gel has a softer scent, with a slight musk smell to it.

    Intense Formulas Facial Sheet Mask Treatment
    Couples that wear facemasks together, stay together. With two sheet masks in the box, you and your partner can spend a Valentine's Night in on the couch, rehydrating your faces with these 100% natural facial masks from Intense Formulas. I tried one for myself, and my skin felt so plump and hydrated after leaving it on for about 15 minutes. 

    I have been told by so many women that they prefer to use men's razors because they have more blades and tend to be cheaper. So whether your or your partner are in need of a new razor, either of you can use this disposable razor from BIC. This razor is named as the most advanced disposable razor in Australia, thanks to its five nano-sharpened flexible blades. 

    Soul Organics Company Serenity Bath Salts
    2017 was the year I started to get back into baths again, thanks to moving into a place that actually had one, so I love getting bath salts like these to try out. Whether you're treating yourself or sharing your bath with someone else this Valentine's Day, these salts make the perfect addition. They're enriched with a blend of Epsom and pink Himalayan Salts to help destress and relax your body and muscles. The lavender is also perfect for making you feel cozy and ready to jump into bed or on the couch afterwards. 

    There is so many good things to say about this lipstick. First of all, it has a very smooth formula that glides easily onto the lips and is basically opaque within one coat. It also dries quite quick as well, which is a bonus for me, because there's nothing worse than waiting around for your lipstick to dry so you can finally take a drink. Not only that, but 15% of the earnings made from selling these lipsticks are donated by Penelope Cosmetics to Les Powell, who help make the lives of children with disabilities a little bit easier. So not only can you treat yourself to a great product, you can also know you've helped contribute to a great cause.

    Sweet Mickie Ginger Heart 'Be Mine' Cookie
    Trying not to eat this while shooting these photos was so hard. This is perfect little treat for yourself if you don't mind the taste of gingerbread; not to mention it is one cute little cookie.

    I knew this product was going to be interesting from the minute I saw the word 'camels' in the name. This hand cream not only contains a bunch of soothing botanicals to help your hands feel smooth and supple, it also contains camels milk, which has great healing properties. I love that this stuff comes in a pump, as I find most hand creams come in tubs, which is still fine, but I always like when a brand does something a little different. This stuff is so soft and sunk straight into my skin without leaving my hands feeling sticky and me having to wait for them to dry.


    Smile Makers Generous Gel
    If you haven't heard of Smile Makers before, they're a pretty cool company doing some awesome things for the normalisation of female sexuality in everyday life. As part of the Bellabox this month they've included their Generous Gel, which is a personal lubricant designed to be used on those more sensitive body parts. So go on, and be a little generous to yourself this Valentine's Day ;)

    For any men on the go, this is the perfect little essentials travel kit for you. This little kit contains four hero everyday grooming products from Skor, including the All-In-One Hydrating Lotion, Stop The Chafe Sports Balm, The All Rounder Hair & Body Wash and Clean Up Exfoliating Cleaner.

    Birka Cappuccino Massage Oil Candle
    For coffee lovers looking to relax and enjoy a little sensual massage from their partner, this cappuccino massage oil candle is for you. Just light this baby up and wait until it melts down your desired amount of oil.

    This brand is one of my all time favourite skin care brands. While this stuff may say it's 'for men' it doesn't smell any different to the regular moisturiser, which has this awesome, fruity, orange scent that I love. Their moisturisers are so hydrating and always leave my skin feeling so smooth.

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    Recently, the lovely people from Musq Cosmetics sent me a range of their products to test out. Musq Cosmetics is a natural, cruelty free brand, that has a range of skincare and makeup items; also their packaging gives me life. So I thought today I'd run you through some of the products they sent over and my thoughts.



    C r e a m  C l e a n s e r
    When they say cream cleanser, they mean cream cleanser. This product is so soft and, well, creamy. It doesn't foam up like crazy when you use it, but I still found it did a great job at cleaning my face, though I certainly needed to cleanse twice if I had been wearing makeup, which I normally do anyway, so this wasn't a problem for me. You can certainly smell the rose in the product, so be aware of that if you're not really a rose scent fan. This cleanser contains jojoba, rose and grapefruit, which helps to soothe your skin and leave it feeling clean but not dry, even after a double cleanse.


    The Lemon Myrtle scent in this definitely pulls through the most, but I absolutely love the smell of it. The wash itself soaps up nicely and feels really smooth and soft on the body, not to mention the bottle looks super lux sitting in your bathroom. This wash contains eucalyptus, tea and rosewood which helps leave your skin feeling clean and refreshed, and doesn't contain any fillers or chemicals, making it safer for your skin and the environment. 

    When I read exfoliant, I was expecting to open the product and find a tub full of loose granules, but I was surprised. The exfoliant isn't a dry product, but actually quite moist (I hate that word) which meant the product was stuck together in one big lump, and I understood why once I started using it. As you rub it into your skin with water, the product actually creates a bit of a soapy substance, so it's not just getting rid of dead skin cells, but giving your skin a good clean as well. I have to say I loved this stuff. My skin felt so smooth and soft after using this product, so I can't recommend it enough. It also wasn't to intense or harsh, so you could certainly use this every other day if you wanted to.  Again you can really smell the rose scent coming through in this product. 

    The packaging is your usual compact, with a mirror and a sponge hidden underneath (though does anyone ever really use those things). Swatching it on my finger and applying some to my face, the texture was unlike any foundation I've used before. I found this foundation was so soft, and it almost felt like I was rubbing a primer into my face; it was the weirdest but coolest thing. I also couldn't even feel the product gathering my finger. I find it super smooth and easy to apply, and it really sinks and almost disappears into your skin, which allows it to give you a more natural looking coverage.While it seemed a little oiler in the packaging, once on my skin it felt nice and matte. I received the shades Sahara and Maldives, and I found Sahara to be a perfect match for me, with the Maldives being to dark and orange for my skin tone. Also, fun fact, this foundation was actually the 2012 winner for Best Foundation at the Natural Beauty Awards (so you know it has to be good). 

    R e p l e n i s h  S e r u m
    I wasn't expecting this to be an oily serum for some reason (maybe because of the packaging), but I found it to be quite oily, which I know works great for some people. The product itself also has a mild orange scent which I enjoyed. This serum contains jojoba, rosehip oil, sea buckthorn berry and pomegranate, which helps give your skin a real boost of antioxidants and allows it to heal and repair faster.


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    posted by . 2/7/18 .

    Weekly Hot Spot; Little Lane Espresso
    It might be small, but you certainly can’t miss the green building that is Little Lane Espresso in New Lambton. This little takeaway coffee outlet is the perfect place to grab your morning coffee, and maybe a little baked good or two, to kick start your day. 



    Local Source; Skin Juice
    Founded back in 1996 by Joanne Dampney, Skin Juice is a natural, organic and toxic free skincare brand that replaces your night creams and soapy formulas with nourishing oils to give your skin the balanced diet it needs to thrive. 


    Fashion Fix; Magic Made
    f you’re looking to add a little mystical touch to your outfit, you can’t go past the beautiful jewellery creations from local brand Magic Made. The brand is the baby of Novocastrian Cat Mead, who may also recognise from her previous endeavor into the yoga world with Two Feet Yoga (which is no longer in operation), the creative business consultant agency Aligned AF (previously known as Two Feet Creative), the spiritual and personal development podcast which goes by the same name, or even her own blog (is there anything this chick can’t do).



    Behind The Art; The Strutt Sisters
    As designers, musicians and visual artists, is there anything these two can’t do? Twin sisters Catherine and Jennifer have been surrounded by inspiration since their children, growing up in a family of musicians and artists and spending their days playing arts and crafts, listening to their parent’s traditional folk music and always camping and going to folk festivals. 



    Bargain Buys; The Retro Wardrobe
    You could easily fill your closet and your home with the eclectic mix of second-hand goods available at The Retro Wardrobe. Located on the southern end Beaumont Street, right by a range of cafes, you can grab yourself a caffeine hit and then head shopping through their range of clothing for both men and women, as well as a variety of fashion accessories including handbags, jewellery and hats, along with various other bric a brac, furniture, home décor, vintage suitcases, and other unusual pieces you didn’t even know you needed but that you’ll instantly want to take home. 




    Throwback Thursday; The Shelling of Newcastle
    In the early hours of June 8, 1942, Newcastle came under attack by a Japanese submarine. While many were wary of a possible attack due to the goings on of World War II, the shelling on that winter night still came as a surprise.



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