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• Cruelty Free YES
• Fragrance Free YES
• Cheap 
• Waterproof
• 6 months expiry 0.34 fl oz

This is my second review for Wet 'n' Wild.  You can read the first one here.

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I was looking for a cheaper, cruelty free eyeshadow primer to replace my Too Faced Shadow Insurance as its good but heavily over priced I believe.

I bought this one from Beautybay and I was so happy with the results! It's in a squeeze tube and is a very light beige shade that disappears once on the eyelid.

This primer is great! I have worn it in hour long aerobics sessions, hot summer days and my eye makeup has stayed put.

I definitely recommend this cheap and cheerful hardwearing eye primer!

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Wet 'n' Wild

• CRUELTY FREE YES
• FRAGRANCE FREE YES
• Natural bristle wand
• High end pricing $35 AUD
• One colour available black

This is my first mascara from Stila.

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This mascara is excellent at lifting, defining, giving length and non clumpy lashes!  The formula is not too wet and not too dry its just right!

The curl/lift does drop after a while but not as bad as some mascaras and the pigment is good but I would prefer even blacker.  The wand reminds me a lot of Better than Sex and Lash Paradise with the hourglass kind of shape and the packaging is in a gold tube.



Now the downside.  Pretty quickly I found I would get a ring of black pigment like a shadow of the mascara under my eyes.  Whether I do a lot of activity or nothing much this occurs.  Its not dark black but its definitely there.  Which sucks because it doesn't transfer up top, it doesn't flake but it does seem to bleed pigment.  Now it is summertime here in Australia and maybe in cold weather it would perform better in this regard.



The two photos above illustrate the lower lid smudging that occurs just in a few hours wear!

Otherwise I would definitely recommend this mascara but with the caveat of watch out for The Ring!

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Stila

• Cruelty Free YES
• Fragrance Free NO
• Vitamins A and E
• Sodium Hyaluronate
• High end pricing $135 AUD 50mls
• Pump opaque bottle

This is my 8th product review of the Australian medical grade skincare brand, Glyco Skincare.  You can read the others here.

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This moisturiser lives up to it's name of Daily Benefits! An oil free, sheer emulsion, it contains Vitamin E, Sodium Hyaluronate and Retinyl Palmitate.  It comes in an opaque, pump bottle so the ingredients are protected from oxidation and bacteria.  It does have a slight fragrance but quickly evaporates after application.

The hyaluronic is no joke I have a deep wrinkle under my left eye and this product fills it up completely! Hence why the name Daily Benefits is so apt! I experienced some skin peeling with the retinyl palmitate mainly on my nose which really needed it and in the area between my eyebrows and was left with fresh, smooth skin. 

I use this moisturiser in conjunction with Glyco Skincare Cellular Defence Day Creme SPF 15+, and Banana Boat Sensitive SPF 50+.  That is my daily routine after cleansing with Glyco Skincare Peptide AOX Cleansing Gel. 

Every product I buy and try (as you receive two samples with each order which is awesome) I fall in love with and become addicted to!

This moisturiser is perfect for those who don't like heavy formulas and is great for the summer time too as it absorbs into the skin in seconds.

I definitely recommend this product!

What are your favourite moisturisers? Comment below!

Ingredients

Water, Stearic Acid, Cetyl Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Retinyl Palmitate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Cetyl Alcohol, Ceratonia Siliqua Gum, Carrageenan, Hydrolyzed Caesin, Sodium Hydroxide, Hexylene Glycol, Carbomer, Phenoxyethanol, Capryle Glycol, Fragrance.


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GLYCO Skincare

• Cruelty Free YES (Owned by Coty which still tests on animals)
• Fragrance Free YES
• Three shades available, Brown, Black and Very Black
• Inexpensive $20 AUD 0.4 fl.oz
• Removes with soap and water
• Opthamologist tested
• Plastic bristles

I previously reviewed the original The Super Sizer mascara before so when I saw this version I had to try it!  You can read the first review here.




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This mascara has a different wand to the original Super Sizer.  It's a big plastic bristle wand with a curve in it.  It's a volumising mascara not lengthening so you might be disappointed if you are wanting a lengthening product.  However, this mascara definitely can curl your lashes and define them in a pretty way.  I am still getting used to how to use the wand even though I have had it for at least a month. You can build up your lashes pretty well too with minimal clumping.



I have worn this all day at least 8 hours and I will say that the curl does drop out.  Perhaps if you curl your lashes first it might work better.  If its a hot environment, profuse sweating can cause product to cause a black shadow under your lower lash line its not obvious but it happens.  The product doesn't flake, or transfer.  I think it's a good mascara but I still prefer the original The Super Sizer.

I do recommend this product if you know what to expect.

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Covergirl

• Cruelty Free YES
• Vegan YES
• Inexpensive $12.99 AUD
• Faux Mink 3D Layered effect
• Lots of styles to choose from
• Last up to 15 wears
• Lightweight
• Latex Free
• Hypoallergenic

This is my third review on DB Cosmetics Faux Mink False Lashes collection; you can read the others here and here.

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This was my second foray into DB Cosmetics false lashes as I found them at my local chemist and was intrigued by them.  Having had a good first buy I was keen to buy more.  I picked a style I wouldn't normally choose; I usually choose demi wispie types i.e. with the small inner corner which gradually lengthens out to a fluffy wing.  Those lashes are very flattering for all eye types.




These lashes are almost the same length all the way around and have a doubled up outer corner.
They were quite  big in length and volume was good too.  As I found with Pinup the second review I wrote, this style does not wholly suit my eye shape which is almond, hooded and close set.  I need elongation to pull my eyes out further to give the illusion of more space in the bridge of the nose area, an optical illusion of sorts.  This is why I am a huge fan of winged eyes whether they be small wings or dramatic, either way they give length and depth.

I think this lash looks good and I have grown to love it more as time goes by.  Flirt is still number one thus far, with Feline at number two and Pinup in third place.

In terms of fit I only needed to trim them a little.  I had no issues with the lash itself which is great.  I definitely recommend the lashes as user friendly and would definitely buy again.

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DB Cosmetics

• Cruelty Free YES
• Vegan YES
• Inexpensive $11.99 AUD
• Can be used up to 15 times
• Invisible band
• Australian brand

This is my second review on DB Cosmetics faux mink false lashes.  You can read the first one here on the Flirt lash.

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These lashes are ones I have avoided purely from the look of them because of my eye shape.  I feel lashes that look like these suit more rounder or regular shaped eyes.  My eyes are almond, hooded and close set.  And unfortunately I was right.  My favourite type of lash is the demi wispie shape where it flares out at the end and is shorter towards your inner corner.


I think on the right eye shape these would be far more beautiful than how they look on me.
I still think they look good just not as good as another lash of theirs the Flirt style really suits my eyes a lot more.



They are comfortable to wear and easy to apply.  

Otherwise, I think the DB Cosmetics faux mink lashes are great, I have three pairs but I have not written a third review yet on Feline.

I definitely recommend these lashes!

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DB Cosmetics

• Cruelty Free YES
• Fragrance Free YES
• Medical Grade 
• Multiple Peptides and Marine Formula
• High End Pricing $135 AUD 15mls

UPDATE APRIL 2019:  I have recently joined Glyco's new affiliate program and if you wish to enhance your skincare wardrobe, then please use this code for $20 off your purchase.  SAVE20-TZHESI

This is my fifth product I have reviewed from the new Australian medical grade skincare brand Glyco Skincare. You can read them and more at the Product Index . 


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I have never used an eye cream until now.  I also didn't feel the need to use one also until now! I turned 39 in September and my eyes are puffier and there is a little bit of uneven pigmentation under there also and crows feet starting to grow deeper and longer. I started using the product in the first week of September and I apply it twice daily.  I noticed changes after a month had passed.



This eye cream targets eye concerns that many people struggle with namely darkness, puffiness, crows feet and improving clarity and firming under the eye and surrounding tissues.


For me this creme has de-puffed my under eye significantly so much so that even my father commented on my face looking particularly fresh and bright! Now that is the type of reaction I like to hear when I'm using a new skincare product! The area underneath looks bright and clear and I couldn't be happier with the results.

I definitely recommend this product!

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GLYCO Skincare


Ingredients

Water, Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate, Glycerin, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Dipeptide-2, Nannochloropsis Oculata Extract, Sea Whip Extract, Hesperidin Methyl Chalcone, Pullulan, Steareth-20, Butylene Glycol, Carbomer, Hydroxyethyl Cellulose, Polysorbate 80, Sodium Hydroxide, Potassium Sorbate, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citric Acid, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer

• Cruelty Free YES
• Fragrance Free YES
• Brow and Liner
• Cheap $10 AUD
• Other shades available

This is my first brow & eyeliner cream from ELF Cosmetics.  I have reviewed their black cream liner here.

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This brow and liner cream is a great taupe blonde colour which is excellent for eyebrows as its not too warm and not too cool where it can appear green/grey.  I use a Napoleon Perdis Eye and Lip brush G3 to apply it and I just dip in lightly to the tub and gently add the cream to where I want to apply it.







I applied it before going to my athletic step aerobics class and whilst it was with fans and air con on, but I was hot and sweaty and the product barely moved on one side where the liner was not as thickly applied but the eye that it was applied thickly obviously was solid.

It applies smoothly although you can see a slightly jagged edge on the second eye which had more to be with the brush and me then the actual product.

I also love the colour with my blue eyes and will definitely try this as liner again in the future.

I definitely recommend.

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ELF Cosmetics

• Cruelty free YES
• Fragrance Free YES
• Cheap $9 AUD
• Three shades available
• Spoolie attached
• Vegan Friendly YES

This is my first eyebrow pencil from DB Cosmetics.

I have previously reviewed one pair of faux mink lashes which you can read here.

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This is a pencil product with a spoolie on one end.  The colour is great perfect even.  Its the right tone for a medium to light blonde.  The problem with this pencil is it is a tad too soft.  It kept its shape for the day but I didn't feel confident with it.


The pencil has already had to be sharpened after only one use on both brows.  I might try putting it in the fridge or freezer to see if that helps matters.

If DB Cosmetics alter the wax level that would be great in the formulation.

I will not recommend this pencil.

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DB Cosmetics

• Cruelty Free YES
• Paraben Free YES
• Sulphate Free YES
• Fragrance Free NO it is chamomile in scent
• High end pricing $78 180mls/ * 6 fl oz  - has approx 6 months longevity dependent on use
• Pump action bottle
• All skin types

UPDATE 1 APRIL 2019 - I still have not run out of this product! Its also been renamed to Peptide Cleansing Gel and is now a foaming gel that you can apply to the eyes to remove makeup and it is excellent!

UPDATE 2 APRIL 2019:  I have recently joined Glyco's new affiliate program and if you wish to enhance your skincare wardrobe, then please use this code for $20 off your purchase.  SAVE20-TZHESI

My skin is oily/combination and is currently 38 years of age.

This is my fourth review on products from the new Australian medical grade skincare company, Glyco Skincare.

You can read about the other products Micro D Intensive , Cellular Repair Night Complex and Cellular Defence Day Creme SPF 15.

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This cleanser made an immediate impression on me the first time I used it! Once you apply it to your face, the user is directed to leave it on the skin for ten seconds and then rinse off, I felt a smoothness and freshness as a layer of debris and skin were removed and it convinced me then and there this was going to be a great product.

As with all the products I have reviewed from Glyco Skincare; I have used them all since May 2018 and it is now the end of August 2018, the strong impression that this product was another winner from the get go, has been realised, long term.

This gel cleanser formulation contains chamomile as an active ingredient and it also gives the gel it's scent. It's a natural; not overtly fabricated scent and is equal parts unobtrusive and pleasant, especially if you are in a shower with the steam which amplifies the relaxing element chamomile is known for with a hint of ginger and grapefruit which provides you with a herbal spa like experience!

This cleanser will leave your face not just clean, but revitalised with the anti-oxidants and peptides contained within; it is a very enjoyable experience to add to your skincare regime! you can read about the individual ingredients below via the hyperlinks which are not affiliated with myself or the product in any way.

I definitely recommend this product!

Ingredients

Aqua (Deionized water), Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Glycerin, Carbomer, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Ahnfeltia Concinna (Red Algae) Extract, Ormenis Multicaulis (Wild Chamomile) Oil,  Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Seed Oil, Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Extract, Panthenol, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin

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GLYCO

• Eye safe
• Cruelty Free YES
• Fragrance Free NO
• $32 for 80mls 
• Ph balanced at 6
• Paraben Free
• Sulfate Free

This is my first cleansing product from Mecca Cosmetica. I have reviewed other products from the line which you can read about here and here.

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This cleanser is not just for face cleansing but for makeup removal also.  It is a gel formula that transforms to a milk texture that is rich and pleasant to use.  I used it on my eye makeup to see how well that performed and you can apply this product to a wet face or dry.  I applied it with a wet face.

This product removed all my makeup perfectly and does not irritate my eyes in any way.  It did a good job of breaking down liquid eyeliner, mascara, etc.  It also left my face feeling moisturised which is great. 

My areas for consideration when purchasing are for the fact that fragrances are included in the product which once again is up to the purchaser if that is a point of contention. The price is a bit high for what is primarily a makeup remover.  I would think around $20 - $25 would be more reasonable.

I definitely do recommend.

Ingredients

Water, Rose Damascena Flower Water, PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate, Poloaxmer 184, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Squalane, Hydroxyacetophenone, 1,2-Hexanediol, Betaine, Panthenol, Parfum, Polysorbate 60, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Alcohol Denat, Mangifera Indica (Mango) Fruit Extract, Carica Papaya Fruit Extract, Ananas Sativua (Pineapple) Fruit Extract, Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract

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Mecca 

• Cruelty Free YES
• Fragrance Free YES
• Cheap 
• Four shades
• Has a brush

This is my second ever product from the brand Essence.  You can read about the first product I experienced here.

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I don't usually have a good experience with Blonde specific eyebrow products because they are just too soft in their pigment it is hard to get a defined lines or areas.  Once again, it happened with this pencil.  There is another blonde shade called Blonde so I am unsure if that is even lighter or what.  There is other shades available and even though it has good reviews on the website, I cannot attest to that as I won't be purchasing the black but I may check out the brown.  The other thing was that the actual product is so hard! I run it along my hand and nothing comes off!

I checked the reviews on the Essence website and people seem to love it but I cannot see how.

I won't be able to recommend this pencil.

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