Monthly Favourites | September 2014

Hello beauties!

Another month down, another monthly favourites and I have some absolute winners this time round! I know we say this each month, but boy has these last 30 days just flown by!

Malin + Goetz Lip Moistursier
This is, hands down, the best lip balm treatment I have ever tried! Super creamy and smooth, not at all sticky and leaves a beautiful shine to the lips! I highly recommend it to anyone with super chapped lips and can be bought at MECCA Cosmetica for $16.

MAC Eyeshadow Palette
When I travelled to Hong Kong, I had to go and create my own 15 pan eyeshadow palette because of the incredible prices of MAC products there. I am so in love with all the colours that I have where my palette contains a mixture of neutrals, oranges and plum tones. Super creamy and pigmented, if you don't own any MAC shadows, what are you doing with your life?! 

Maybelline Hypersharp Liquid Liner

Another item that I bought whilst in HK, which I couldn't be more over the moon with! I think I can safely say that I love this more than our Master Precise! Boasts a super thin making winged liner an absolute breeze and doesn't dry out as quickly as the Master Precise! 

Covergirl Clump Crusher Mascara
This has been my go-to mascara of the moment after I recently rediscovered it in my collection! This beauty separates the lashes like no other and can be built up with 2-3 coats for volume. Stays on all day, no flakes but comes off easily at night time when removing make up.

Real Techniques Make Up Sponge
My Sigma F80 Flat Top Kabuki Brush has moved aside for this miracle sponge! I absolutely love to use it to apply my foundation and concealer for a flawless finish. You can get it super cheap from iHerb and is definitely a great dupe for the Beauty Blender which is over $20.

Macadamia Natural Oil Deep Repair Masque 
Ever since I dyed my hair and got ombre, my ends have been super damaged, so I purchased this hair mask to add to my routine to give my ends a little helping hand! It smells great, leaves hair silky smooth and I use it twice a week when I wash hair after conditioning.

Sleek Face Contour Kit in Light
This was my first ever bronzer/highlight duo and after a few uses, I hid it away because I thought it was much too orange for my pale complexion. I think though this was because I was applying it WAY too heavily and not blending. But a few months ago, I pulled it out again and used it underneath my NYX Blush in Taupe for a more contoured look and I loved it! I've been using it ever since, especially for nights out when there is flash photography to warm up my ghost like face!

Chobani Yoghurt in Coconut
I have been a huge fan of Chobani yoghurts ever since they hit stores in Australia and I love trying out all their flavours! Now you guys know how much I love coconut, so I simply couldn't resist and OH MY GOD this is quite possibly the most incredible thing in life! If you've never tried greek yoghurt, or you have and didn't like the taste, give Chobani a go, especially the ones with fruit in them. They are delicious!

Be sure to check out the video HERE and give the video a THUMBS UP! Why not SUBSCRIBE too while you're there!

Much love,

xx Elle

Hauling It | IMATS Sydney 2014!!

Hello my lovelies!

WOW! What an incredible experience IMATS Sydney was last weekend! I had such a lovely time with Ash from Ashleigh Green Style and got to meet the beautiful Katie from Steal The Spotlight!!

I spent a little bit too much money but to hell with it! It was a once in a lifetime (except that it happens every year haha) opportunity so I thought I would splurge on a couple of items!

Be sure to check out the video HERE and click the SUBSCRIBE button if you liked what you saw!

Much love and sunshine,

xx Elle

TMI Tag | Too Much Information

Hello beauties!

Today I have a little bit of a different video for you! I did the TMI Tag and was tagged AGES ago by a few people when I first started but never got around to filming it! So I hope you all enjoy getting to know a little bit more about me and be sure to give the video a big thumbs up and hit that SUBSCRIBE button if you aren't already!



Much love,
xx Elle

September Empties | Product's I've Used Up #2

Hello my lovelies!

Boy have I got a lot of empty products for you today! Who knew that a girl could go through so many things in such a short amount of time!

Be sure to check out the video HERE and if you like what you saw, hit that SUBSCRIBE button!

Much love,

xx Elle

GRWM | Friday Night Make Up Look ft. MNY

Hello my lovelies!

Today's video is a one branded tutorial featuring all Maybelline products, my favourite drugstore brand! A simple bright pink lips with a nice big wing for a classic Friday Night Make Up look!

Be sure to check out the video HERE and hit the SUBSCRIBE button if you liked what you saw!


Much love and hugs,
xx Elle

Hauling It | HUGE MAC Hong Kong Haul

Hello my lovelies!

Due to my Hong Kong Haul being so so large, I had to split it into two parts! This video is all of the MAC cosmetics stuff that I bought whilst I was away and boy did I blow a hole in my wallet!

Be sure to check out the video HERE to see what I bought and if you liked what you saw, give a little lovin' to that SUBSCRIBE button!


Much love,
Elle xx

Hauling It | Hong Kong Beauty Haul

Hello my lovelies!

Today I come at you with a HUGE Hong Kong Beauty Haul! I had an absolutely incredible time in Hong Kong (some photos can be seen on my photography website) and man did I buy a heck of a lot of stuff! And this isn't even half of it!

To find out about my experience and all the goodies that I purchased, watch the video HERE and be sure to SUBSCRIBE if you aren't already!


Hope you are all well and smiley!

xx Elle

New Video | What's In My Bag? + GIVEAWAY

Hey lovelies!

Why not check out my latest video to take a snoop into my bag and find out what my essentials are! PLUS there is a sneaky giveaway as promised!

I've got 3 x awesome U by Kotex Cosmetic Goodie Bags ready to send out to you as a part of their new, Missile Moments Campaign! Trust me you have to watch the ad HERE, it's hilarious!

But you gotta be in it to win it, so get entering! All you have to do is...

1. Head over to my YouTube channel by clicking HERE and SUBSCRIBE 

2. Watch the video and give it a super dooper THUMBS UP

3. Comment on the video telling me what's an essential in your bag! 

And that's it! Winners will be drawn and announced on Wednesday 13th August!


 Good luck!

Hope you enjoyed this weeks video!

Much love and sunshine,

xx Elle

Hauling It | Priceline 40% Off Skincare Haul!

As most of you would know, Priceline rather regularly holds 40% off a particular area of products (ie. cosmetics, skincare or haircare), leading beauty lovers across Australia to stop everything and start making their wish lists!

Today and tomorrow, Priceline is holding 40% off all Skincare, and I just simply couldn't resist picking up some new goodies to try out! After my recent trip to Hong Kong where I spent quite a large sum of money on make up, I kept my basket on the light side (definitely a rare occurrence for me).



Garnier Perfect Blur 5 Sec Smoothing Base Perfector

I've had my eye on this product for quite a while now, and after hearing so many mixed reviews, I was really keen to get my hands on it to give it a burl! Hopefully good things come of it and it reduces fine lines, pores and shine like it claims!

RRP $16.99 - Sale Price $10.19

Sukin Certified Organic Rose Hip Oil

It's been no secret the wonders that Rose Hip oil can do for your skin and I definitely want to jump on that bandwagon! Having combination skin, I've always thought it scary to put more oil on my face, but I can confirm that even after 1 use last night, my skin was brighter and softer!

RRP $19.99 - Sale Price $11.99

Olay Complete UV Max Defence Lotion (Sensitive) with SPF 30+

I am always an advocate for using a daily moisturiser that contains an SPF to ensure that my pale complexion doesn't get burnt while I'm out and about. Lately, I have been disappointed with my usual Neutrogena Oil Free Combination Skin Moisturiser, so I picked this up in replacement!

RRP $14.99 - Sale Price $8.99

Nivea Daily Essentials Refreshing Facial Cleansing Wipes for Normal/Combo Skin

I am almost coming to the end of my other Nivea face wipes (the Pure & Natural Facial Cleansing Wipes for All Skin Types) and I really enjoyed them! So I thought I would try a different product from the range and fingers crossed I'll be just as impressed!

RRP $7.49 - Sale Price $4.49

Sanctuary Spa Youth Boosting Ultimate Facial Cleansing Oil

After finishing my sample of the Shu Uemura Cleansing Oil a few months ago, I have been hooked and completely in LOVE with the whole concept of using an oil to remove make up and impurities on the skin. However I couldn't justify spending the $40 on the higher end product. I saw this beauty on the shelves and remembered all the rave reviews I had heard about it, so natural I whipped it up!

RRP $19.99 - Sale Price $11.99

So that is everything that I picked up in the 40% Skincare Sale at Priceline! Hope you enjoyed! Did you buy anything in the sale? 

Much love and sunshine,

xx Elle

The Week That Was | Week 30/52

Hello my lovelies!

Due to being away in HK at the moment, I have not had time to edit the video that would have gone up this week! I am so so sorry, but I will be back to my normal schedule next week with a What's In My Bag video coming your way. AND! To make it up to you for my absence, I have a giveaway in that video! Be sure to head on over to my YouTube channel and SUBSCRIBE so that you don't miss out!

But for now, come and snoop around at what my Week That Was #30 looked like! Enjoy!

Underrated Products at Sportsgirl  |  Favourite Blushes

Sunset Over HK City  |  Amazing Views at The Peak in HK

Freshly Pressed Decor  |  MAC Purchases!

Much love and sunshine,
xx Elle

The Week That Was | Week 29/52

This week marked the beginning of my overseas trip to Hong Kong! It is so incredibly hot and muggy here, but the culture and experience so far has been beyond amazing!

Here is my Week That Was #29! Enjoy!

The Best Juices at Freshly Pressed  |  Favourite Perfume

Favourite High End Product  |  Early Flights To HK

New Purchases  |  Favourite Make Up Brand (Maybelline of course!)

Much love and sunshine,
xx Elle

Hauling It | iHerb Goodies ft. Real Techniques, ELF & Hurraw!

Words cannot begin to explain how much I LOVE iHerb! It is a fantastic site that sells a lot of health food, supplements and organic products but also, and the most exciting part, iHerb sells a whole bunch of make up and cosmetics from brands such as Real Techniques, Physicians Formula, ELF, Bdellium Tools, EcoTools and Everyday Minerals!

I have an incredible coupon code that gives your $10 off your order (when you spend over $40, and trust me, it's not hard to do so) PLUS $4 shipping to Australia!

--> GBQ111 <--  (or click HERE)

So click on over to my YouTube channel to see all the goodies that I bought! *Warning* It's a big one so have a cuppa at the ready! Give the video a LIKE if it tickled your fancy and be sure to SUBSCRIBE to see more videos from me!




Much love and sunshine,
Elle xx