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Take a further 10% off all makeup at Fresh!

22 Wednesday May 2013

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Happy Hump Day!

Turn that frown upside down with the latest sale from http://www.fragrancesandcosmetics.com.au. Take a further 10% off all makeup and nab yourself some pretty essentials. This fabulous deal ends 26th of May so get in quick, beauties!

To redeem, enter the code MAKE10 in the coupon box at checkout.

Happy Shopping!

❤ Kristina xo

PS. In a beauty fix and need some advice? Or maybe you just want to chat about all things pretty? Drop me a line: kristina@fragrancesandcosmetics.com.au. Or, if you’re in the mood for some eye candy, come and see what I’ve been Pinning over at www.pinterest.com/freshdiscover. Better yet – join me on Facebook for more beauty fun www.facebook.com/freshfragrances. And for a plain old good time, come and follow Fresh on Instagram – @freshdiscoverbeauty – & Twitter@fresh_fragrances.

Cannes Film Festival Makeup How-To: Lana Del Rey

19 Sunday May 2013

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I’m obsessing over Lana Del Rey’s nude-brown lips, which are offset perfectly by a matching smoky brown eye and chic, filled-in brows. And check out those Gatsby-inspried finger waves! Seriously sexy, I say.

Lana debuted this sultry style at last week’s Cannes Film Festival Opening Ceremony red carpet, stunning the crowd with an embroidered detailed gown that dragged behind her. Hats off to you, Miss Del Rey!

GET THE LOOK – MAKEUP

STEP ONE: We’re going to begin with eye makeup first. This means you can get away with a bit of trial and error and wipe everything off if anything goes wrong or dust away the residue from your cheeks without messing up your base. Start by priming your entire eyelid and along your lower lashline.

STEP TWO: Put a light slightly shimmery white color all over the lid, such as Korres Sunflower & Evening Primrose Eye Shadow in #10 White.

STEP THREE: Take a black liquid liner pen (I love Giorgio Armani Maestro Liquid Eye Liner) and line the upper lashline with a sharp cat eye and continue it on the lower lashline until the eye is fully lined. Create a dramatic flick on the end that extends out and upwards. For any mistakes, use a bit of makeup remover on a q-tip to clean up the line.

STEP FOUR: Place a chocolate brown eyeshadow, like Chanel’s Illusion D’Ombre Long Wear Luminous Eyeshadow in #86 Ebloui, in your crease as a transition colour. Blend outwards until it connects with the winged liner. You can also draw a white eye pencil in your waterline to make your eyes appear bigger and brighter.

STEP FIVE: Make sure skin is prepped with a moisturiser or illuminating primer before applying your foundation. Once that’s done, spread Laura Mericer Moisture Supreme Foundation (or a similarly hydrating formula) onto your face with a makeup sponge to recreate Lana’s fresh, glowy base. To get an airbrushed finish, blend makeup all over, including the eye area, starting in the middle and working your way out.

STEP SIX: Look for a lightweight concealer in a colour one shade lighter than your skin. Dolce & Gabbana Perfect Finish Concealer is lightweight and creamy and will blend into the skin crease-free. Cover the darkest part of under-eye circles—usually right below the inner and outer corners. If other little skin flaws aren’t quite covered by your foundation, dab on a tiny bit of concealer there too.

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PRO TIP: Apply your under-eye brightener in an inverted triangle under the eye to lift and light up your face.

STEP SEVEN: Contour your face with a cream blush for a subtly dewy finish. Smile and lightly apply the blush stick to the apples of the cheeks and blend the colour backward. If you feel you have applied too much, use a clean makeup sponge to pat over the top to pick up some of the colour until you get your desired result.

STEP EIGHT: To imitate Lana’s perfectly groomed arches, pluck out any strays and brush the hairs into their natural shape. Then select a matte shadow (reach for Benefit Brow Zings Brow Shaping Kit) in a shade that matches your brow colour and use light, brisk motions to brush the colour over your hairs. Blend well. Use an eyebrow brush to gently brush your brows back into place once you’re done with the shadow.

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STEP NINE: Line the lips with True Lips Lip Liner Smudger Pencil in #17 (almost exact to Lana’s lip colour). Take the liner and put two dots in the two highest parts of the cupids bow on your lip. On the bottom lip, put a horizontal dash in the center of the lip, as close to the edge as possible. Then connect the three marks together with short strokes of the pencil against the edges of your lips. Take it slow so you get a precise shape. Don’t forget the corners of your mouth!

STEP TEN: Finish with a lick of Christian Dior Rouge Dior Voluptuous Care Lipcolor in No. 428 Pisanelle Pink to get Lana’s red carpet-worthy pout in a flash.

Don’t forget to slick on some false lashes and smile for the papparazzi!

Do you love this look? Would you try it? Yes or no?

❤ Kristina xo

PS. In a beauty fix and need some advice? Or maybe you just want to chat about all things pretty? Drop me a line: kristina@fragrancesandcosmetics.com.au. Or, if you’re in the mood for some eye candy, come and see what I’ve been Pinning over at www.pinterest.com/freshdiscover. Better yet – join me on Facebook for more beauty fun www.facebook.com/freshfragrances. And for a plain old good time, come and follow Fresh on Instagram – @freshdiscoverbeauty – & Twitter@fresh_fragrances.

Your Autumn/Winter perfume wardrobe, sorted!

18 Saturday May 2013

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There’s something about the change in weather that always summons a change in my signature fragrance, particularly during autumn and winter. It just seems a little wrong to be spritzing sweet, tropical scents (hello CK One Summer) over my skin, especially when the temps are anything but sunny. But that doesn’t mean my new season perfumes need to be drab and dreary. Au contraire, my collection of archival eaux for the colder seasons are always spicy, sensual and enticing.

Below I’ve listed the alluring designer essences which are my current favourites. Expect warm, rich, musky, woody and oriental notes to perfectly complement frosty days and nights. Trust me when I say, they’ll leave you smelling as divine as you look!

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CHANEL COCO NOIR EAU DE PARFUM, $232

The third and newest perfume in the Coco collection, this is as warming as the original two (Coco and Coco Mademoiselle) but comes with a luxury base of rich rose, jasmine and patchouli for something all together more sexy, sultry and grown up. It’s magnetic, mysterious and intensely brilliant. A cult buy for the lady who loves to exude a bit of seductive mystery.

CHRISTIAN DIOR J’ADORE EAU DE PARFUM, $153

This fragrance imbues a medley of floral, fruity and musk notes which denote the contrasting sweet/sexy side to every foxy lady worth her salt.  One spritz of this mandarin, ivy, woodsy and blackberry tonic will leave you feeling (and smelling) like a Hollywood-born femme fatale.

TOM FORD WHITE PATCHOULI EAU DE PARFUM, $164

A woodsy-floral fragrance that smells just like it translates. Encompasses a bold mélange of bergamot, peony, coriander, night jasmine with base notes of patchouli, blonde woods, incense and ambrette seed, making it a sensual scent which is a total winter winner.

CLINIQUE AROMATICS ELIXIR PARFUM SPRAY, $68

Fresh and woody, oakmoss, white jasmine, chamomile and patchouliber are all fused together in one elegantly sexy aroma. Touches the senses and spirit in a subtle, pleasing way and speaks volumes about what it truly means to be a woman.

DOLCE & GABBANA THE ONE EAU DE PARFUM, $117

Who’s that girl? If that’s the question you want to hear as soon as you enter the room, D&G’s super-alluring scent, The One, is for you. Contains a seductive and intense facet of the oriental flower with a velvety, powdery interior. Bergamot, mandarin, lychee, peach sparkle in the top with madonna lily, muguet and jasmine in the heart, finished off with etyver, vanilla and sweetened ambery-musk in the base. A fragrance with a strong personality, and a contrasting golden sweetness (sound familiar?).

What’s your favourite winter/autumn scent?

❤ Kristina xo

Ps. In a beauty fix and need some advice? Or maybe you just want to chat about all things pretty? Drop me a line: kristina@fragrancesandcosmetics.com.au. Or, if you’re in the mood for some eye candy, come and see what I’ve been Pinning over at www.pinterest.com/freshdiscover. Better yet – join me on Facebook for more beauty fun www.facebook.com/freshfragrances. And for a plain old good time, come and follow Fresh on Instagram – @freshdiscoverbeauty – & Twitter@fresh_fragrances.

The New Kids On The Block: Face-saving Serums

15 Wednesday May 2013

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Serums

Unless you’re a true skin care maven, chances are that you may not have thought to include a serum in your daily beauty routine. Well I beg you to reconsider! Serums are the wunderkinds of the skincare world, and it’s time for you to get on board.

Lightweight and efficacious, a serum is the the one-two punch your complexion is probably begging for. They provide potent treatment benefits and can penetrate more effectively into the skin than most heavy creams do. Not only do they fix dullness and dryness as well as oversized pores and dark spots but they contain incredible anti-aging benefits also.

In Fresh’s beauty school, you’ll find a range of the latest high-end potions which have just landed in store that will address all of your worst skin bummers. Pick the one that’s right for you and watch your visage perk up, pronto.

Start shopping now!

❤ Kristina xo

Ps. In a beauty fix and need some advice? Or maybe you just want to chat about all things pretty? Drop me a line: kristina@fragrancesandcosmetics.com.au. Or, if you’re in the mood for some eye candy, come and see what I’ve been Pinning over at www.pinterest.com/freshdiscover. Better yet – join me on Facebook for more beauty fun www.facebook.com/freshfragrances. And for a plain old good time, come and follow us on Instagram – @freshdiscoverbeauty – & Twitter@fresh_fragrances.

Beauty Without Botox: How to fake looking like you’ve just had a face lift

28 Sunday Apr 2013

Posted by freshbeautyblog in Anti-Aging, Beauty Tips, Beauty Tutorials, Complexion, Eye-mazing, Fresh discover beauty online, Get The Look, Ingredient Spotlight, Makeup Shortcuts, Makeup Tips & Tricks, Skincare, Sunscreen, Tutorials

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It seems like every woman’s greatest fear is to look gasp, her actual age. But fighting the hands of time doesn’t have to be about hating the changes your skin and body are undergoing. Rather, the aging process should be about embracing and enhancing your best bits without the need for invasive surgery or needles. After all, ageless beauty is about feeling good in your skin, right?

This particular mentality is starting to be adopted by some of Hollywood’s biggest A-listers. Gwenyth Paltrow recently announced she was giving up botox in favour of more natural beauty processes. Similarly, Nicole Kidman is also taking the no-needle pledge.

According to The Age, the big skincare shift is toward preservation and nourishment as opposed to the ‘burn baby burn’ approach of previous decades. Beauty gurus are now touting the benefits of investing in good skincare products from an early age that come turbo charged with active ingredients like peptides, stem cells and antioxidants as opposed to being frozen-into-oblivion or having to go under the knife.

In light of this, read ahead to learn how you can get similar youth-boosting effects with less invasive tactics. From correcting crow’s feet to covering pigmentation and wrinkles, consider this the ultimate anti-aging bible!

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ISSUE: FINE LINES AND WRINKLES

As we age, the skin begins to lose its elasticity due to dehydration and the constant contracting of facial muscles. Sun damage can also contribute to creating pronounced creases in the skin. Your eyes, mouth and forehead are often the most common areas to cop it.

CURE:  When it comes to warding away wrinkles, it’s important to stimulate the formation of new collagen and hyaluronic acid (a natural sugar in the skin that attracts and binds water, keeping it soft, smooth and firm) with the right products. A hydrating day cream with plumping properties such as peptides and silicone derivatives will provide instant gratification to the skin by filling in lines and crevices. Serums and treatment masques infused with antioxidants are equally as important in helping to rebuild the skin while protecting it against future damage. Finally, a night cream containing retinoids, which are derived from vitamin A, will stimulate circulation and increase cell growth, which speeds up the skin’s regeneration process and ultimately its metabolism. Because retinoids can be irritating, first timers should prep skin for 2 weeks with an antioxidant such as coffeeberry or green tea.

SHOP IT: 1. Olay Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Super Cream, $42, 2. Prevage Anti-Aging Intensive Repair Daily Serum, $261, 3. SK-II Stempower Rich Cream, $232, 4. Priori CoffeeBerry Day Complex, $105

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ISSUE: SUN DAMAGE

Most of the UV rays that bombard us on a daily basis are UVA, which penetrates deeply into the skin and ravages collagen, thus producing age spots, wrinkles and dry areas.

CURE: The one product that will help stave off the years is a broad-spectrum sunscreen. The skin has an incredible ability to heal itself once you start blocking UVA and UVB rays and you’ll see an improvement in both texture and tone. To boost protection, choose a sunscreen or an additional topical product that contains antioxidants such as green tea, pomegranate, and vitamins C and E. Research shows that these supercharged products offer extra insurance against the onslaught of UV-produced free radicals

SHOP IT: 1. Peter Thomas Roth Sheer Liquid SPF 50 Anti-Aging Sunscreen, $67, 2. John Masters Organics Natural Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30, $51, 3. Orlane Extreme Anti-Wrinkle Care Sunscreen SPF 30, $213, 4. Elizabeth Arden Ceramide Lift and Firm Day Cream Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 30, $70

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ISSUE: AGING LIPS

Over time the area on and around our lips begins to lose its youthful convexity. Fine lines, sagging, loss of volume, thinning and pigmentation begin to appear and lack of moisture and suppleness is evident.

CURE: It’s important to employ a daily ritual to help rejuvenate the lip’s vitality. Look for products that contain hydrators like shea butter and sunflower oil or antioxidants like rosehip. To disguise lost collagen and lip thinning, enlist the help of a treatment that contains hyaluronic acid fillers which help boost volume beneath the skin’s surface to smooth the lips and the surrounding areas. Products that lift and tighten the kissers, while providing the perfect surface for lipstick are also imperative.

SHOP IT: 1. La Prairie Cellular Lip Line Plumper, $112, 2. Swissline Cell Shock Cellular Lip Zone Corrective Complex, $98, 3. Bloom Organics Soothing Lip Balm – Beeswax & Shea Butter, $18, 4. Once Upon A Time Anti-Wrinkle Plumping-Smoothing Lip Balm, $20

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ISSUE: SAGGING SKIN

Ageing causes a decrease in the production of collagen and elastin, as well as the amount of natural moisture, leading to a loss of firmness and elasticity which in turn produces a sagging effect.

CURE: Your focus should mainly be on rebuilding the skin so look for products that contain retinol (vitamin A) or hydroquinone, as well as antixoidants like Vitamin C and coenzyme Q10. You can also replenish your skin with products containing lactic acid for hydration.

SHOP IT: 1. Cellex-C Formulations Advanced-C Skin Tightening Cream, $164, 2. Adrien Arpel Cellular PPRX, $49, 3. Dr. Brandt Time Arrest Cream, $125, 4. Estee Lauder Re-Nutriv Ultimate Lift Age-Correcting Creme, $354

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ISSUE: PIGMENTATION

Sunlight, environmental factors and the natural passage of time all contribute to the development of dark spots, skin pigmentation and uneven skin tone. There’s also emotional stress and hormonal changes during pregnancy and menopause to contend with.

CURE: Key ingredients to consider when trying to control hyperpigmentation are Vitamin C and hydroquinone which improve irregularities and the appearance of  dark spots, while evening out the skin tone. Similarly, retinol-based products makes the skin smoother, firmer, and more even-toned. Exfoliation is also pivotal to the facial rejuvenation process. It increases dermal volume, making skin look less wrinkly and uneven and will also help fade brown spots and redness. A scrub or a chemical exfoliant, such as a glycolic peel or a lactic-acid cleanser are great at curing the effects of age-induced pigmentation. 

SHOP IT: 1. Jan Marini Age Intervention Enlighten Plus, $136, 2. Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant, $82, 3. Aesop Parsley Seed Facial Cleanser, $47, 4. EmerginC Complexion Perfection, $109

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ISSUE: UNDER EYE BAGS

It’s normal for eyes to bag slightly due to decreased elasticity of the skin as you age. Stray blood cells leak out of under-eye vessels, potentially causing the area beneath to darken and appear bruised.

CURE: Eye creams or serums containing retinol can help thicken the thin skin under the eyes, making it look less transparent. Anti-aging eye cream products containing vitamin K will also help dark circles fade. It’s also important to boost the  circulation underneath your eyes to brighten the area and reduce puffiness. Try an eye cream with a metal applicator to help this process. Also, don’t ever underestimate the power of a good concealer! Start by putting on eye cream—concealer can settle into fine lines of all skin types, especially drier complexions. Then apply a generous layer of concealer from the inner corner of the eye around to the outer corner with a concealer brush. Pat and press the product into the skin to blend. If there’s still any darkness visible, apply a second layer of concealer. Set the concealer with a dusting of face powder that matches your foundation.

SHOP IT: 1. Dr. Dennis Gross Lift & Lighten Eye Cream, $79, 2. Olay Rejuvenating Eye Roller, $33, 3. Jouer Age Repairing Concealer, $34, 4. Eve Lom Eye Lift, $112

crows feet

ISSUE: CROW’S FEET

The lack of a fatty tissue layer is what causes crow’s feet around the eyes to become visible. Eventually, the fatty tissue layer is lost or becomes thinner as time progresses, hence how creases start to appear. Constant muscle contraction from smiling or squinting as well free radicals and UV exposure can damage cellular DNA and lead to eye crevices.

CURE: Amino acids called hexapeptides can block the nerve signals that cause muscles to contract around the eyes, as they work on the same principle as Botox. When applied, the ingredients subtly inhibit muscle movements to soften wrinkles and prevent new ones from forming around the blinkers. The ingredient retinol also helps to tighten and smooth out smile lines.

SHOP IT: 1. Chantecaille Nano Gold Energizing Eye Serum, $315, 2. Pevonia Evolutive Eye Cream, $81, 3. SK-II Wrinkle Specialist, $190, 4. Guinot Hydrazone Eye Contour Serum Cream, $58

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ISSUE: AGING EYEBROWS

Like your skin and hair, your brows can start to show their age. They can thin out, become coarse and unruly, or turn gray.

CURE: Just as a new hairstyle can trim away the years, a well-groomed, well-defined brow can lend your face a years-younger look. Use a brow powder to fill in patchy spots and make your arches look thicker or lengthen your brow tails with a pencil. If your brows are mostly gray, dyeing them is the best fix. Ask your stylist if your salon offers the service (it’s often free when you get your hair coloured).

SHOP IT: 1. Laura Mercier Eye Brow Groomer Brush, $19, 2. Jane Iredale Super Shape Me Eyebrow Kit, $88, 3. Lashem Measurable Difference Eyelash & Brow Enhancing Serum, $86, 4. Shiseido Natural Eyebrow Pencil, $31

PRO TIP: Your skin reflects what you eat. Chemicals and processed foods are toxic to your cells and cause degeneration, making you look older. Your skin is an eliminating organ, and if you’ve got a poor diet or are dehydrated, your complexion will show it. Plenty of fresh fruit, veggies and water will help alleviate dull skin and the overall aging process.

❤ Kristina xo

Ps. In a beauty fix and need some advice? Or maybe you just want to chat about all things pretty? Drop me a line: kristina@fragrancesandcosmetics.com.au. Or, if you’re in the mood for some eye candy, come and see what I’ve been Pinning over at www.pinterest.com/freshdiscover. Better yet – join me on Facebook for more beauty fun www.facebook.com/freshfragrances. And for a plain old good time, come and follow us on Instagram – @freshdiscoverbeauty – & Twitter@fresh_fragrances.

Mother’s Day Gift Guide: The beauty loot your ma will love!

22 Monday Apr 2013

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This year, be organised, and avoid that inevitable hand-to-forehead move that comes along with the realisation that you forgot to get Mum something for Mother’s Day. May 12 will be here before you know it, but as of right now, you’ve got some planning time.

I’ve done some scouting for you on www.fragrancesandcosmetics.com.au and have come back with some serious beauty winners, because frankly you can never go wrong with the old faithful perfumes and grooming products.

Ahead are 19 of the best Mother’s Day gifts handpicked by yours truly that your ma will simply adore (no fake delightful squeals, promise!). She deserves it, after all.

Click on the below images to shop the items now. You can also check out the more extensive gift guide via Facebook by clicking here, or enter the FRESH Mother’s Day store by clicking here.

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Happy Shopping!

❤ Kristina xo

Ps. In a beauty fix and need some advice? Or maybe you just want to chat about all things pretty? Drop me a line: kristina@fragrancesandcosmetics.com.au. Or, if you’re in the mood for some eye candy, come and see what I’ve been Pinning over at www.pinterest.com/freshdiscover. Better yet – join me on Facebook for more beauty fun www.facebook.com/freshfragrances. And for a plain old good time, come and follow us on Instagram – @freshdiscoverbeauty – & Twitter@fresh_fragrances.

Ace Your Base: Choosing the best coverage for your skin

15 Monday Apr 2013

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Ever wanted to achieve skin that looks airbrushed and flawless? It starts with selecting the right coverage for your skin tone and then applying it like a pro to perfect the ultimate canvas. No retouching needed.

FOR BARELY THERE COVERAGE

Tinted moisturisers hide next to nothing, letting you show off your natural glow. The best way to apply is to press and blend it into the skin with a dry makeup sponge for a smooth, natural look as opposed to using your fingers which can look splotchy.

Try Stila Sheer Color Tinted Moisturizer SPF 15, $39.

FOR RADIANT COVERAGE

BB creams contain a small amount of pigment with SPF, primer, brighteners and oil controllers which helps conceal imperfections while nourishing the skin. The texture can be thick so it’s best to dot on then work in with a makeup sponge, diffusing well for an even finish.

Try Estee Lauder DayWear BB Anti Oxidant Beauty Benefit Cream, $59.

FOR SHEER COVERAGE

Sheer liquid foundation evens tone and adds radiance without hiding too much or settling into lines. Dip a tapered foundation brush into three drops and apply to your T-zone. Then focus on any other areas that need extra help.

Try Jane Iredale Liquid Minerals Foundation, $68.

FOR MODERATE COVERAGE

A medium-sheer coverage covers flare-ups, without looking cakey. Pump a blob onto the back of your hand, and swipe an angled foundation brush through it. Smooth on face in small strokes, starting at the centre, using a light touch and blending towards the edges.

Try Bobbi Brown Moisture Rich Foundation SPF15, $72.

FOR MAJOR COVERAGE

Camouflage confidence-sapping spots with a medium-coverage formula. Dip a large, flat-topped brush, which deposits colour more densely into foundation and swirl it all over. To finish, soak a songe in the base, and push it onto the problem areas.

Try Estee Lauder Double Wear Stay In Place Makeup SPF10, $61.

FOR MAXIMUM COVERAGE

If you like a little something extra, opt for a full-coverage foundation. To avoid a mask-like face, drunk the fat side of blending sponge into the liquid and tap in onto your face. Then dip the smaller end in, and stipple around your nose and eyes and until fully blended.

Try Shiseido The Makeup Lifting Foundation SPF 15, $61.

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PRO TIP: Always have at least several foundation formulas handy preferably with a good broad spectrum protection and two different shades; one for summer and one for winter.

❤ Kristina xo

Ps. In a beauty fix and need some advice? Or maybe you just want to chat about all things pretty? Drop me a line: kristina@fragrancesandcosmetics.com.au. Or, if you’re in the mood for some eye candy, come and see what I’ve been Pinning over at www.pinterest.com/freshdiscover. Better yet – join me on Facebook for more beauty fun www.facebook.com/freshfragrances. And for a plain old good time, come and follow us on Instagram – @freshdiscoverbeauty – & Twitter@fresh_fragrances.

Fresh TV: My Beauty Haul

04 Thursday Apr 2013

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So I’ve recently scored a bunch of other goodies from the FRESH 25% off sale (I jumped on the bandwagon super early and got these bad boys within the first day… yikes!). I know you’re probably all thinking I’m a product hoarder extraordinaire and it’s true but hey, who doesn’t love adding new cosmetic and skincare wonders to their beauty arsenal?

In this Fresh Beauty TV episode I go into detail about why I’m loving all things La Mer, Clarins and Dolce & Gabbana. Press play to hear me yabber on (and don’t forget to subscribe to the Fresh channel!).

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SHOP THE HAUL

1. La Mer Creme de La Mer, $244

2. Clarins Skin Illusion Mineral Plant Extracts Loose Powder Foundation, $55

3. Dolce & Gabbana The Lipstick Classic Cream Lipstick in The Iconic, $49

❤ Kristina xo

Ps. In a beauty fix and need some advice? Or maybe you just want to chat about all things pretty? Drop me a line: kristina@fragrancesandcosmetics.com.au. Or, if you’re in the mood for some eye candy, come and see what I’ve been Pinning over at www.pinterest.com/freshdiscover. Better yet – join me on Facebook for more beauty fun www.facebook.com/freshfragrances. And for a plain old good time, come and follow us on Instagram – @freshdiscoverbeauty – & Twitter@fresh_fragrances.

Easter Bonanza: Only 2 more days left of the 25% storewide sale!

30 Saturday Mar 2013

Posted by freshbeautyblog in Beauty Haul, Beauty Tips, Complexion, Fragrance, Fresh discover beauty online, Haircare, Lip Lust, Reviews, Sale Mania, Skincare

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Howdy, there. I’m sure everyone is preparing for tomorrow’s Easter festivities  but in the meantime, have you checked out the Fresh sale? There’s a whopping 25% off storewide and it’s for 2 more days only, so take advantage of this exclusive offer and shop away, beauties! It’ll make your Easter celebration all the more sweeter.

Below are the items I scored from the sale (I saved a total of $116.75… woohoo!):

sale picks

1. Guerlain Rouge G Jewel Lipstick Compact in Gina, WAS $61, NOW $45.75 – The fastest way to look polished is pick an orange-y red lippie for maximum impact.

2. Kerastase Reflection Chroma Captive Shine Intensifying Masque (For Colour-Treated Hair), WAS $82,  NOW $61.50 – A miracle in a tub; this creamy formula restored my coloured ends to perfection thanks to a silkifying, truly luxe complex.

3. Jane Iredale Super Shape Me Eyebrow Kit, WAS $87, NOW $65.25 – Hello picture-perfect arches. Where have you been all my life?

4. Dermalogica Multivitamin Power Serum, WAS $82, NOW $61.50 – A boost of vitamin-infused, face-saving goodness that gives good glow.

5. Prada Candy Eau De Parfum Spray, WAS $155, NOW $116.25 – The most sweetly scented fragrance I’ve ever smelt. A burst of candy floss, caramel, vanilla and sugared almonds made modern by sophisticated musk tones.

 

The sale ends on Monday, so hop to it!

❤ Kristina xo

Ps. In a beauty fix and need some advice? Or maybe you just want to chat about all things pretty? Drop me a line!kristina@fragrancesandcosmetics.com.au. Or, if you’re in the mood for some eye candy, come and see what I’ve been Pinning over atwww.pinterest.com/freshdiscover. Better yet – join me on Facebook for more beauty fun www.facebook.com/freshfragrances. And for a plain old good time, come and follow us on Instagram – @freshdiscoverbeauty – & Twitter@fresh_fragrances.

Easter Hype: Competitions, sales and other glittery stuff

26 Tuesday Mar 2013

Posted by freshbeautyblog in Competitions, Fresh discover beauty online, Sparkly Stuff

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Not only is the approaching Easter long weekend reason enough for everyone to go crazy with excitement, but the very fact that Fresh is hosting an array of competitions and sales should make your week all that more incredible.

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First on the agenda, there’s currently a huge 25% off all beauty products across the Fresh website. Code: Invite. Get in quick – those prods are flying out the door! Shop the sale here.

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Next, there’s a BIG Easter egg hunt on the website, and all you have to do is find the hidden egg on one of the product pages and send the url link to MOI (kristina@fragrancesandcosmetics.com.au) and you’ll be instantly entered into the draw to win a whopping $500 Fresh voucher. Wowzers. Click here to start hunting.

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Good news – our Pinterest competition is still going strong! All you need to do is create a Pinterest board titled ‘Fresh Fragrances and Cosmetics Product Faves’ and use it to pin all of your favourite products from our site and email the url link of your completed Pinboard to myself. So what’s the prize if you’re a winner? A fabulous Lancome Hypnose Doll Eyes Mascara valued at $42! Too easy.

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Lastly, I just want to cast the spotlight on Fresh’s very fabulous Loyalty Club. In case you weren’t aware, you can earn points for every dollar you spend which can then be redeemed for future purchases. Not only that, but you get an automatic 10% discount when you join the Loyalty Club, a lifetime discount of up to 20% on all of your purchases, an exclusive beauty profile that includes personalised product recommendations from our beauty experts as well as exposure to free giveaways and cosmetic testers. The best part? It’s totally FREE! Register here to boost your beauty beat today.

That just about does it for my little glittery rant. Enjoy folk – it’s going to be one helluva fancy week!

❤ Kristina xo

Ps. In a beauty fix and need some advice? Or maybe you just want to chat about all things pretty? Drop me a line!kristina@fragrancesandcosmetics.com.au. Or, if you’re in the mood for some eye candy, come and see what I’ve been Pinning over atwww.pinterest.com/freshdiscover. Better yet – join me on Facebook for more beauty fun www.facebook.com/freshfragrances. And for a plain old good time, come and follow us on Instagram – @freshdiscoverbeauty – & Twitter@fresh_fragrances.

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