Good Golly Miss Holly!

If you know me personally, you will know I am not a fan of shopping in store. I hate it with a passion. I hate going into a shop: finding an item of clothing I love, only to realise they don't have any left it in my size. Which is a common occurrence when you're as tiny as I am. I hate the long searching through racks, and then having to pull an item off shelf to get a better view of it (only to discover you still have absolutely no idea what it would look like on.) If I'm honest I also hate how overly happy (and pushy) some shop attendants can be. Yes I know it's your job, but I do not need your opinion what would look best on me when I haven't even asked. Needless to say I am an absolute lover of Online Shopping. It gives me the ability to only view items in my size, and also always includes photos of what it looks like on. Plus I don't have to make polite small talk with anyone if I don't want.

In the last month, during a late night scroll through my Instagram feed, I came across another online clothing shop. Miss Holly. Don't get me wrong I have come cross Many different online clothing stores on Instagram, but none have really caught my eye like Miss Holly did. To begin with their feed wasn't just airbrushed models posing in such stiff model like ways. No. They had posts of their clothing, but their photos were done in such relaxed ways. Their models were enjoying themselves. Always smiling or laughing, and never just in a boring bare studio. 

Miami Heat Top $39

As well as photos of their clothing, Miss Holly's Instagram also has tropical photos (which lets face it, makes everyone feel they're on holiday,) and inspirational and funny quotes. Upon further stalking I actually realised I really liked the style of clothing Miss Holly had to offer. Their range is very chic, urban and just fresh. Many items include lace, which I absolutely love, and they're very easy to dress up or down. Their price range is very reasonable too for what you are getting! You're not having to cry once you pay your bill, that's for sure. 

Midnight Glamour Dress $69

What's even more appealing about Miss Holly is that since I've been following them on Instagram (@misshollyhq & @misshollyxox) I've noticed they have very regular "Flash Sales" which last 60 mins and you get 50% off their entire range (once entering the code they give upon checkout) Now I don't know about you, but it's very rare you come across a shop that does flash sales in general, let alone as regular as Miss Holly does. 

Byron Bay Dress $69

Another really inspirational fact about Miss Holly is that it is owned by two friends; Natasha and Aisha. They made the business completely on their own without the help of anyone else; which proves anything is possible if you work hard enough for it, and have a passion strong enough!

Owners Natasha and Aisha

After discovering this store, and finding out more about it I couldn't stop myself from making a purchase from them. I bought a lovely basic singlet and also a really cute pink jumpsuit during their flash sale, and it only cost me $9 for express postage. The delivery was really quick (purchased on Thursday- received on Friday) which is unusual for me as I do live in a rural area and express delivery usually takes 2-3 days. Once I received the items they were packaged so carefully and well. The sizing of these items were just right also. Needless to say I am in love with both items. 

Anita Pink Playsuit $49

If you are after new fashionable clothing and are on a budget- or even if you're not on a budget, I can guarantee you will not be disappointed in Miss Holly and should definitely give them a stalk! 

Until next time, xox

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My Experience With Laser Hair Removal

*If you're just interested in reading about what happens during the appointment, scroll down to the heading "During the Appointment"

I am very particular about the hair on my body: I Do NOT Like It. 

Unless it's the hair on my head, or my brows (lashes included too), it must go. Even in the middle of Winter, when I'm wearing nothing but pants and jumpers, I still shave religiously. I don't do this for other people, no sir. I do this purely for myself. I love the feeling of hair free legs (those sheets were made to feel smooth), I dislike the look of hair under my arms and most importantly: I despise any hair on my downstairs region. 

I've tried every form of hair removal on each of these body parts; shaving, waxing, hair removal cream and even using an epilator (only on my bikini line for my lady. No thanks to any further.) Now, all of these forms of hair removals are great- they're just not long lasting or permanent. 

Shaving: for me is the worst form. I just can't seem to learn how to not cut and slice my legs whenever I shave. Plus it's insanely itchy whenever the hair grows back.

Hair Removal Creams: I usually use this on my downstairs region and also further down back (if you catch my drift) and it's amazing. Only problem- just like shaving the hair grows back almost immediately. 

Waxing and Epilation: These are my two favourite forms of hair removal (of those I've already named) They are also the most painful, but it does take an extra few days (maybe even week if you're lucky) until the hair grows back.

Reality is all of these hair removal options are exactly the same. They remove the hair, yes, but the hair will always come back. Due to the fact like I said previously, I'm not a fan of hair in general, I needed a more long term solution. 

My friend has the same hate as me when it comes to hair on his body. His chest to be exact. Just like me, he hated the fact it was there and would always continuously shave it off at the first sign of it. That is until he discovered Laser Hair Removal. 
Now at the time he discovered this- I was learning about it in my diploma of Beauty Therapy, but was yet to try it myself. Reality is: I was actually scared to try it. It was a somewhat new form of hair removal, not that many people were doing it and who knew what the results would be like. So when my friend tried it for himself and was starting to see amazing and ideal results- his hair taking longer and longer after each session to grow back. Also less and less- I had to try it myself!

When I first researched Laser Hair removal I was actually quite surprised at the cost of it. The place I ended up choosing to go to had a "special" on (I say "special" as it had been that for the last year and a bit) where you would get both your Brazilian and Underarms treated for only $59 a session. Now, if you're a regular waxer you'll know the cost of getting a wax can be anything from $50+ each wax. So to see this long term, permanent hair removal solution which included two different body regions for basically the same price as waxing- it made me wonder why I hadn't tried this sooner. 

Now due to the fact I was currently studying this in college- I knew you would need an estimate of 10 sessions spread out every 4 weeks for this to work. When you calculate that cost- it's ridiculously cheaper than spending the rest of your life paying for a wax and someone to rip your lips off. The only problem with this hair removal is it's not available for everyone. 

If the roots of the hair you want removed are very fair (no colour to them) you will not be able to get this treatment as laser hair removal works by light travelling down the hair follicle and "zapping" the membrane (the hairs brain cell basically). If you have no colour to the hair follicle, the laser will not target anything in particular and will just disperse all over. Therefore not "killing" the cell.

 To find out if you're suitable for this treatment all you need to do is get a pair of tweezers and pull out 5 hairs from the area you're interested in and if the majority of those hairs are dark, then you're suitable. So if 3 of the 5 are dark based hair, you're good. 2 or 1 out of 5- you may possibly not be suitable and you should be prepared for the technician to let you know this if you decide to book an appointment. 

DURING THE APPOINTMENT

Once you get to your first appointment and your beautician determines if you're suitable for this treatment (remember the tweezing), you'll be asked to remove you underwear and put on some nifty sunnies which resemble those of a speed dealers from the movies 

After you've put on your amazing and spiffy new accessory your beautician will then coat the area to be treated with a gel to help protect your skin from burning- as it is a bright light constantly being flashed against the skin.  Once they have done that they will get the machine and grab the Light handle and start placing it on your skin and making it "zap" you. Now, it doesn't hurt at all. I would compare it to an elastic band gently being flicked against your skin. It is a bit of a shock to begin with as you're not too sure what to expect- but pain is not it. 

If you're getting your Brazilian done there are two places its' a bit intense with the elastic band flicking feeling. They are; your bottom and also right on your lips. Like I said before though it isn't something you'd compare to a strong overwhelming pain. If you can wax you can definitely do this. Waxing is a hundred times more painful than Laser.

After every part has been zapped your beautician will then smooth some "soothing gel/cream" onto the areas and tell you to put your clothes on and that's it! 

It really is so simple! I'm up to my 4th treatment now and can see such great results! I use to shave my underarms daily and now I literally shave just over every fortnight- if that. My downstairs I use to shave every second day, but now I literally can get away with over a fortnight. It's amazing. The hair is getting finer and there is a whole lot less of it! I would recommend Laser Hair Removal to anyone who currently does Any form of hair removal treatment. 

Let me know in the comments below if you think Laser will be something you try for yourself!

Until Next Time, xox


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January Lookbook!

So January has finally come back around, and if you're living in the Southern Hemisphere like I am- you'll know Summer is here!

If you know me at all, you'll know Summer is my favourite season of them all, as it means; bikinis, warm nights and less layers. It also includes my favourite holidays of all: Christmas, New Years, My Birthday and Australia Day.

I decided in this Blog Post to share with you all some really cute new clothing that I've gotten in the last month to prepare for this amazing weather and events.

I purchased this beautiful dress from Lucy In The Sky and it was very reasonably priced. I have yet to wear this dress, but I literally couldn't let this stunning dress go by. I'm sure I'll have an event to wear this dress to soon (possibly even my Birthday :) )

I purchased this cute deep V neck and backless dress from City Beach whilst it was on sale. City Beach always seem to have sales on and that is one main reason I love shopping with them. What's even better is their sales are so affordable; this dress was only $14. I prefer shopping from City Beach from their website as opposed to their stores though as I do find their stores to be a bit "messy" and over crowded with stock.

This is another dress from City Beach. I purchased this the same time as I bought the previous one. This one was also on sale, but for $15. Due to the fact I had spent over $25 it meant I also gained Free Express Shipping.  Which was amazing as most stores do not offer this unless you spend at Least a minimum of $50. 

Now what is Summer without buying some cute detailed new bathers! I snapped up this pair from ASOS. I bought the top for only $9 and the bottoms for $5. I love these bathers as I feel there a bit different to the norm, which is always refreshing. The only thing I was a bit disappointed in with these was the top didn't have a covering which would cover your nips if you got cold- so I just need to be prepared that my headlights may shock people some days. 

This is my final item. It is another purchase from ASOS. I bought this one again for the fact it's different to the usual. The tassels were something I was originally a bit unsure of, but as soon as they arrived I loved them instantly.

Now I know this isn't a clothing item but I couldn't help share this with you all! How cute is this Pineapple Trinket box I got from Kmart and for only $9! They had this in a bright yellow also but I thought this teal colour was more suitable for my room.


I hope you enjoyed this Lookbook I made for you all. If you'd like to see more posts like this let me know in the comments!! I'd love to share my cute buys with you all!

Until next time, xox

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Review: 'Face Mask' by Kmart

The other week I was browsing through my local Kmart when I came across these face masks. Now usually I am not one to purchase a store branded beauty product: purely because in the past they just haven't worked at all, but I thought I would give these ones a try due to the fact they just sounded so amazing. 

You have your: manuka honey, peppermint and green tea, natural clay, coconut water hyaluronan, blueberry goji berry and pomegranate and papaya masks. Just hearing those selections made me want to try these masks out for myself, and at $3 a packet it didn't seem like I was taking that big of a risk. Let me tell you- I am glad I gave these products a shot. 

Each packet also describes which skin type they are best suited for and what type of masks they are.

Manuka Honey: For all skin types. Is a Rejuvenating Face Mask

Peppermint & Green Tea: For all skin types. Is a Refreshing Face Mask

Natural Clay: Normal to Oily skin. Is a Purifying Face Mask

Coconut Water Hyaluronan: For all skin types. Is a Nourishing Face Mask.

Blueberry Goji Berry: For all skin types. Is a Revitalising Face Mask

Pomegranate and Papaya: For all skin types. Is a Rejuvenating Face Mask.

As soon as I got home I tried one of them out. Peppermint and green tea was the one I was eager to try most. My first assumption was this would be a hard drying face mask. I assumed once I applied this mask to my skin it would dry into a clay like substance, but that was not the case for this mask. It stayed on my skin as a moisturising agent. 

In the first two minutes I felt a very very slight burning sensation, BUT I do have sensitive skin so just assumed that was what it was and didn't let that scare me off. If anything I think it would've been the peppermint doing its job. The scent of this mask isn't fake or off putting, it literally smells as if you have put peppermint leaves onto your face. After the 10 minutes the packet recommends, I washed this mask off with warm water and my skin was left feeling very soft and definitely refreshing- exactly as this product advertised. 

I can honestly say I am extremely happy with this product and will definitely be repurchasing! The only negative about this product is the packaging it comes in. The amount of product they give you is enough for 2-3 uses (which is great!) but the packet itself is not resealable and is also a bit messy when you get the product out. For now I am keeping my leftovers in the packaging and then putting the packet into a clip bag. Other than that I think this product deserves an 8/10.

Let me know if you've tried any of these masks out for yourself and which is your favourite! I cannot wait to try the rest.

Until next time xox

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A Face Mask For Skin That is Oily And Dry!

I know how frustrating it can be having skin that is both oily and dry. Your forehead, nose and chin seem to glisten only ten minutes after cleansing, and your cheeks may be as dry as the Sahara even after applying a full bottle of moisturiser to it (something I don't recommend) 

If this type of skin sounds like you keep reading!  I'm going to tell you my little secret Face mask I use once a week to help tame this skin type down just a bit. It's as simple as tying your shoelaces.

WHAT YOU NEED:

4 large Strawberries 

Ground Oatmeal (uncooked and unflavoured)

METHOD:

Mash the strawberries with the ground oatmeal until it makes a thick paste (amount of oatmeal will depend on the size of the strawberries so just start with a small amount then build it up until you've found your necessary amount) Apply to face and neck and leave on for 10-15 minutes, then rinse with warm water.

After using this face mask once a week for a few weeks you will start to see results!

Until next time xox 

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Post Christmas & New Years Cleansing Mask

So as we are all very aware Christmas is the time of the year we all gather together and bond over lots of different types of foods. Both healthy and those that not. Then only a week later we are getting together again, but with alcohol this time for the New Years. After both of these occasions your body may have a bit of a reaction to what you've put into yourself. 

Post celebrations is the time you want to treat yourself to a little extra loving to help your body recover. 


I am going to share with you my simple purifying and cleansing mask which will help your skin get back to its healthy vibrant self. Due to the purpose of this mask, which is basically detoxing your skin- it does have a tendency to bring out spots before clearing them completely. So don't be afraid if you possibly have a slight break out after doing this mask. It is literally just your skin getting rid of all the bad things inside :)

INGREDIENTS

1 Tablespoon Plain Yoghurt 

1 Tablespoon Brewers Yeast

1 Teaspoon of Lemon Juice

METHOD

Mix all ingredients together until smooth. Apply to face and leave on for 10-15 minutes then rinse off with warm water and apply skin care products as usual (toner, moisturiser etc)

- If you have dry skin you can also add a teaspoon of an oil of your choice (olive, almond, coconut.)

I hope you all had a wonderful, eventful and safe holiday!

Until next time, xox

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How to make your own Plumping Lip Scrub!

As I am sure you're all very aware- lip plumpers can be very expensive, and half the time they don't give results anywhere near what you want. To buy a plumper which gives minimum results you'll be looking at paying near of +$30. Which is not really ideal for  a product which doesn't really do much.

Today I am telling you how you can make your own lip plumper, which also doubles as a lip scrub, for literally a fraction of the cost- and it actually works!

 I've purchased name brand lip plumpers in the past (my most recent being:Too Faced Lip Injection Extreme) and have found this at home solution gives results identical, if not better, than these brand names. 

**What You Need:

3/4 Teaspoon Coconut oil

1 Teaspoon Sugar (raw/brown/white depending on how much you want to exfoliate)

^1/2  Teaspoon Cinnamon

Toothbrush 

Small Bowl/Container to store product in. 

METHOD: 

Mix all the ingredients together in a small bowl. Once they have successfully combined with each other grab your toothbrush (preferably one you don't use on your teeth) and put some of the product onto the toothbrush and then apply to your lips- doing so in circular motions. 

You want to exfoliate your lips and also stimulate the blood flow (which makes your lips plump.) If you don't have a toothbrush, no need to worry- you can just apply the scrub onto a finger and apply that way.

 Do this for 2-3 minutes and once you feel you've exfoliated enough: grab a damp cloth and wipe off the excess product. Or, you can choose to lick it off as all the ingredients are completely edible ;)

Now I don't know about you but I find this alternative to brand name plumpers to be ridiculously cheaper and also gives amazing results! What do you think?

Top: Before. Bottom: After

**When making this scrub/plumper I tend to only make enough for one use, but you can easily make as much as you like and store the product in an airtight container for future uses. 

^ If you are not wanting to plump your lips and just want to make a product that exfoliates them: just remove the cinnamon from your ingredients :)

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