Violet Box (October 2013)

My October Violet Box arrived a little later than usual, but it was certainly well worth the wait! The Violet Box I received was actually smaller and more rectangular in shape than the previous subscription boxes.

This month's Violet Box was packed full to the brim with skin care and make-up products where 4 of the 5 products included were full-sized.

October Violet Box

John Plunkett Cosmeceuticals Super Wrinkle Cream (A$28.95/50g, 20ml sample received) isn't something I need right now, however, for those of you who are interested, this Intensive Night Nourishing Cream is enriched with Vitamin C and E to help skin recover and rejuvenate.

APIVITA Express Beauty with Orange face mask (A$7.90/2 sachets) is an indulgent and revitalising face mask which is packed full of goodness that I'm sure my skin will absolutely love! I am really looking forward to using this face mask before the Melbourne Cup festivities next week!

Oxyplex Pressed Powder (A$70/11.8g, full size received) in the shade Amber is a mineral makeup foundation powder. Although the shade Amber is too dark for my skin tone, I can definitely see this powder as a bronzer to contour my face. Oxyplex is a completely new brand to me, so I'm quite intrigued to see how this powder performs.

Savoir Faire Lipgloss in Bon Bon (A$25, full size received) is a gorgeous fuschia shade which is totally right up my alley! The lip gloss applies on relatively sheer with a tinge of pink and the the caramel toffee scent of this lipgloss smells uber delicious!

Be A Bombshell Eye Shadow in Halo (A$18, full size received) is such a versatile shimmery white shade. The texture of the powder is quite soft, creamy and applies on smooth. However, the eye shadow doesn't last very well, so applying an eye primer beforehand is a must.

I am extremely pleased and excited to reveal to contents of the October Violet Box as there was a nice selection of familiar and unfamiliar brands included. The products included in the October Violet Box will certainly have me feeling well pampered and prepared for the Spring Racing season!

Are you a Violet Box subscriber?

 Did you receive the same contents/shades as I did?

xx Rose

 Products were provided for consideration only. This review is 100% based on my own thoughts and opinions. I am not affiliated with Violet Box and did not receive remuneration to post this product review.   

Beauty Gifts that will Spoil Mum on Mother's Day

Mother’s Day in Australia is on Sunday 12^th of May this year and despite being only a few weeks away I thought I would share with you all some luxurious and delightful gifts that your mum will surely love and adore! Mother’s Day like every other day of the year is a time to show mum how much you love her and appreciate all the great things she has done for you - giving mum a special gift on Mother’s Day is just like the icing on a cake!

Apivita Natural Serums (A$49.90 each or A$79.90 for a duo pack) which are full of natural   active ingredients to help boost skin are due to launch next month on 1st May 2013. The natural-based serums are categorised into four products: Hydration (with Aloe and Hyaluronic acid), Radiance (with Bilberry and Vitamin C), Anti-Wrinkle (with Vitamin E and Resveratrol) and Lifting (with Royal Jelly and Vitamin A). APIVITA Natural Serums are free from Parabens, Silicones, Propylene Glycol, Mineral Oil, Phthalates and Ethanolamines.

Using Apivita Express Beauty Mask with Honey (A$7.90) is an excellent way to relax and soothe the skin whilst rejuvenating the skin after a long day at work. Apivita Express Beauty Mask with Honey not only contains Honey, but also Wheat Proteins and Neroli Essential Oil to revitalise the skin and enhance the benefits of antioxidants. 

Bloom Cosmetics Lip Duo (A$28 each) features a long lasting lipstick and complementing gloss which not only adds a punch of colour to the lips but also moisturises and conditions the lips due to Vanilla and Mandarin essential oils within the formula. There are 6 beautiful shades to suit all skin tones. 

Clinique Perfectly Happy Gift Set (A$79) includes a Clinique Happy Body Cream (75ml), Clinique Happy Perfume Spray (50ml) and Clinique Happy Rollerball (6ml) all packaged in a Clinique Orange Gingham pouch. 

Clinique High Impact Favourites (A$38) includes a Clinique Take the Day Off (30ml), Clinique Quickliner for Eye Intense in shade Intense Black and Clinique High Impact Mascara in Black (7ml) all packaged in a Clinique pink mesh bag with pink trim. 

Just a few drops of Dermalogica Stress Relief Treatment Oil (A$38/100ml) in the bath enhances muscle relaxation and reduces stress thanks to the concentrated essential oils of Sandalwood, Lavender, Orange, Clary Sage, Patchouli and Ylang-Ylang. Stress Relief Treatment Oil is multi-functional as it could be used as a tress relieving scalp treatment or therapeutic body massage oil. 

Dermalogica AGE (Advanced Glycation End products) Smart Skin Kit (A$71.50, was A$90 before Dermalogica prices were reduced permanently) contains a Skin Resurfacing Cleanser (30ml), Antioxidant Hydramist (30ml), Multivitamin Power Recovery Masque (15ml), Dynamic Skin Recovery SPF30 (10ml), Multivitamin Power Firm (5ml) and sample sachet of Renewal Lip Complex. The Dermalogica AGE Smart range employs unique ingredients (polypeptides, glucosamine and soy isoflavonoids) which help to prevent and prolong the molecules which are associated with the aging of skin. The AGE Smart Skin Kit contains all the products you need to start a skin regime which increases skin resilience, smoothing and firming for healthy and younger looking skin.

Grown Alchemist Facial Kit (A$59.95) is the perfect kit or travel accessory which includes a Facial Cleanser (Geranium Leaf, Bergamot and Rose-Bud, 50ml), Facial Toner (Rose Absolute Ginseng & Chamomile, 50ml), Facial Moisturiser (Camellia & Geranium Blossom, 12ml) and Facial Serum (Rosehip& Camellia Seed, 18ml) and Lip Balm (Watermelon & Vanilla, 12ml).

Kosmea Apple of My Eye Cream (A$44.95) is an all-natural apple stem cell anti-ageing revolution which has been clinically studied to combat the signs of ageing skin. This little beauty launches 1st May 2013. The special ingredient PhytoCellTec is derived from a rare Swiss apple and has shown to reverse the signs of ageing. Apple of My Eye Cream is also formulated with White Tea Extract, Certified Organic Rose Hip Oil, Shea Butter and Carrot Oil to hydrate the eye area and minimise the appearance of ageing skin. 

Kosmea Skin Clinic Certified Organic Rose Hip Oil (A$24.95/20ml and A$44.95/42ml) is one of Kosmea's  best selling products. Kosmea RHO protects, repairs and brings out the radiance in your skin due to anti-ageing vitamins, essential fatty acids and antioxidants within the Rose Hip Oil formula. Kosmea RHO assists with fine lines/wrinkles, scars/blemishes, stretch marks, acne, eczema, sun damage, dry/sensitive skin and Dermatitis, just to name a few.

Enjoy shopping for mum this Mother's Day!

xx Rose