Last minute mother’s day gifts

So it’s Mother’s Day this Sunday – are you prepared? If not, never fear! There are still a few days left to get your mum a present. How fine are you cutting it? Get your act together and avoid the dreaded gaze of disappointment with these ideas… Three days left Grab your credit card, run down to the shops and …

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Best Australian brands to check out

I’ve been travelling around Europe a bit lately, and before heading to each country I’ve been looking up lists of beauty brands and products to look out for. To return the favour for all of those awesome recs, I’ve decided to compile a list of my favourite Aussie buys for skincare, make-up and nails… Skincare  In the realm of skincare, …

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Fact-check: Why does pH matter for AHAs and BHAs?

Continuing on my pH and hydroxy acid kick, today’s Fact-check is on the influence of pH and alpha and beta hydroxy acids. Hold onto your hats for this one – it gets a bit technical – but hopefully I can translate it to something understandable. Further questions are welcome and I will try to answer them as best I can! …

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OPI Brazil Collection swatches and review

OPI’s Brazil collection is a vivid mix of bright cremes. I’ve got three of them to show today, as well as the liquid sand textured polishes. Amazon…Amazoff is an intense greenish teal. It’s like a greener version of Orly Teal Unreal – richly pigmented, smooth as butter and requires 2 coats. OPI Scores a Goal! is a dusty maroon creme. …

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