Estee Lauder - Clear Difference Purifying Exfoliating Mask

Hi guys! Hope you are well and are having a great week so far! Today I want to share with you a mask by Estee Lauder in the Clear Difference range called the Purifying Exfoliating Mask (RRP £36.00 for 75ml, available online here). The Clear Difference range focuses on clearing the skin of blemishes which always peaks my interest. Although I don't have blemished skin at all, if rarely, I always like to try products that target that concern as a preventative measure. The Purifying Exfoliating Mask was bought on a whim. I wanted to try some skincare from Estee Lauder and seem to gravitate towards masks so when deciding which one to go for, I went on the website, narrowed it down to my skin concerns, and then read reviews and they have all been really great for this particular product. After one use of this product I saw a difference. It drew out any impurities I had, removed excess oil and shine, and exfoliated gently to reveal super soft supple skin. Since using it once a fortnight i've noticed less breakouts (especially around my period) and it always gives my skin a healthy clean glow. It contains Salicylic Acid to deeply draw impurities out and stop the breakout cycle, free skin of flakiness, control oil and refine the look of pores. I use a 50p amount all over my face after cleansing. Once completely dried (5-10 minutes) I wash it off with warm water and gently exfoliate it off. This part is what makes the biggest difference! It definitely isn't drying either which is a bonus! I highly recommend this product, it's very cost effective too, only needing a small amount. A pot will last you about 6 months. Let me know if you try/have tried this. I'd love to know if others are having similar results!

 

Estee Lauder - Nouveau Riche Nail Polish

Hello everyone - Happy New Year! I hope 2015 was a great one and that 2016 is even better! I have a very quick post to share with you. This colour below is called Nouveau Riche by Estee Lauder and is a gorgeous bronze-gold glass fleck (RRP £15.00 for 9ml). The formula is incredible and lasts really well on me! I need to try more colours, they're just so good!

 

Estee Lauder Pure Colour Matte Envy - Furious (LE)

Hi guys!! Hope you are having a great week so far! Today I am sharing a new and Limited Edition Pure Colour Matte Envy shade by Estee Lauder to show you called Furious; an absolutely stunning medium coral-orange matte. I was really drawn to this colour everytime I walked past the Estee Lauder counter in Myer and knew I had to have it! It applies effortlessly, is super smooth and creamy and not drying at all. It is actually quite a neon colour against my olive skintone which I love! I applied 1 coat all over the lips. Pure Colour Envy Matte retails for $50 and is available from Myer and David Jones nationally, but be quick as this colour is limited!

Here's a sneaky snapchat selfie wearing Furious :)

Estee Lauder - Pure Color Envy Lipstick

Hey everyone! Today I have a new Pure Colour Envy Sculpting lipstick by Estee Lauder to show you. The shade of the lipstick is called 250 Red Ego; a gorgeous deep crimson red creme. I absolutely love the packaging on this line, it is a super sleek navy body with a magnetic lid. It's very simple and minimal but screams luxe. This lipstick is super creamy and highly pigmented, as well as being intensely moisturising like a lip balm. I'm officially converted and need to start collecting them all. Pure Colour Envy lipsticks retail for $50 and is available from estee lauder's website here.

Estee Lauder - Bronze Goddess Collection 2014

Hey everyone!! Today I have swatches of a new nail lacquer and lip product by Estee Lauder to show you. These two products are from their new collection called Bronze Goddess, available now from counters nationally.

First up is the limited edition Pure Color Sheer RollerGloss in the shade Squeeze (RRP $40). It is just like the old school lip glosses you would buy from the $2 store. This particular one smells so good - like watermelon and passionfruit and gives your lips a super glossy look. It does not dehydrate your lips after time and adds a very sheer colour. 

Next is the new limited edition pure colour Nail Lacquer in the Shade Hot Spell (RRP $38). I've only owned 1 other Estee Lauder nail lacquer before and know how amazing the bottle, brush, formula and colours are and this is no exception. This hot orange toned coral is perfect for the hot summer days. It applied so well and I used 2 coats for these photos.

Estee Lauder - Modern Muse EDP

Hi guys! Today I have the new Estee Lauder - Modern Muse Eau De Parfum* to share with you! This new perfume has two main scents; Sparkling Jasmine Accord (along with citrus fruits) and Sleek Wood Accords (Patchouli flower, Madagascar vanilla, rich Amber Wood and soft Musk). Here's a note by note of all the smells and flavours added

Modern Muse, Note by Note

• Exotic Mandarin
• Honeysuckle Nectar
• Dewy Petals
• Jasmine Sambac
• China Absolute
• Tuberose Fleur Fir Nat
• Fresh Lily
• Patchouli Coeur
• Patchouli Crist
• Amber Wood
• Suede Musk
• Madagascar Vanilla SFE

On my skin tone (olive-medium skinned complexion) it comes off a lot more floral than woody - which I really like as it still has underlying hints of amber wood and musk. It's a really gorgeous and girly scent but not over powering. This 30mL bottle retails for $85.00 and is available from Myer, DJs, selected pharmacies and online at esteelauder.com.au. I really love the bottle - it represents a bow and is very sleek and compact. I love the sprayer applicator it's really cool! Have you smelt this perfume yet? Let me know if you like it or how it smells on your skintone!

Estee Lauder - Double Wear Stay-In-Place High Cover Concealer

Phew, what a name this concealer is! This new Double Wear Stay-In-Place High Cover Concealer* by Estee Lauder is a full coverage, concentrated, yet lightweight creamy concealer featuring a built-in setting powder. Not to mention it is SPF 30+, bonus! It immediately conceals dark circles and evens out skin tone, helps hide scars, camouflages blemishes and is super long lasting. I tested this concealer over a whole weekend and it definitely performs as the claims say. I have a few pimple scars and blemishes and this covered them up completely. I also used some under the eye area and noticed no creasing thanks to the in- built setting powder. This product is really cool and it also did not run when I went for a swim in the ocean! I absolutely love the packaging; sleek, compact and versatile with the mirror lid. This product goes a long way with a small amount so be light handed when you use it! It retails for $33.00 and will be available from the 13th of October and can be found at MYER, DJ's, selected pharmacies and online at www.esteelauder.com.au. 

Brush Types - A General Overview

Hello there! Today I will be showing you a post on the different types of nail polish brushes I own. Now, I am aware that I don't have ALL the popular brands (my first China Glaze polishes are on their way!) BUT, I do have a typical sample collection to show you! Enjoy :)

The real stand outs for me personally are brushes that are thick, E.g BK, KIKO, OPI and Estee Lauder. These brushes are the easiest for me to work with as I naturally have long nails and find it great at applying colour evenly.

The hardest brushes for me to use are Revlon and Bloom. They leave my nails looking streaky and can't cover the nail quickly enough before the polish begins to dry.

All in all, I generally don't have too much trouble with application. It really depends on how i'm feeling that day and if i have a steady hand.

What's your opinion? Anyone else having similar issues and success??

Thanks for reading!

Love Mel.