I thought we already had this thread but it seems there are 2 for other catorgories so I have created this one dedicated to skin care products.

Today I finally got the Ultraceuticals products I've been hanging out for. I got the Even Skin Tone Serum & the ACE eye & lip treatment Serum along with the GWP Ultra A treatment. Can't wait to get stuck into it! I got it from DJs & the SA was really helpful & gave me a stack of samples to try as I have never used this line before. DJs also have a promo where not only do you get the GWP but also an in store facial.

Would love a review of the lip and eye serum M, when you've had a chance to use it for a few days...

Today I bought the Alpha H oily/acne starter pack from Adore for a friend. I've been raving about it for ages. Hope she likes it too!

Didnt buy anthing today but I am just loving the Ultraceutical ACE treatment cream (soon to be Ultra A cream) so much I am using it morning and night! Want to get more of this amazing Australian range when I have at least made an attempt at finishing off (some!) stuff from my overflowing drawers and cupboards (and when the back balance allows!).

I actually recieved this yesterday, but what the heck! I got Dermadoctors Born to be Mild cleanser; this is "ultra-mild, soap free... gentle, non irritating, non-drying and ph balanced." I was ecstatic with the sample of this I got from Adore, it really helped to soothe the redness around a couple of pimples that I had, and my skin looked much clearer after using it. Dermadoctor recommend using it at least twice a week for best results, so I will work this in with my Ultraceuticals regime now that I've finished up me Dr Haushka's cleanser. :glee:

I actually recieved this yesterday, but what the heck! I got Dermadoctors Born to be Mild cleanser; this is "ultra-mild, soap free... gentle, non irritating, non-drying and ph balanced." I was ecstatic with the sample of this I got from Adore, it really helped to soothe the redness around a couple of pimples that I had, and my skin looked much clearer after using it. Dermadoctor recommend using it at least twice a week for best results, so I will work this in with my Ultraceuticals regime now that I've finished up me Dr Haushka's cleanser. :glee:

BPJ, why do they recommend at least twice a week? What are the ingredients in it? Do they say you can use each day?

BPJ, why do they recommend at least twice a week? What are the ingredients in it? Do they say you can use each day?

Ah, not sure about the "use at least twice a week" Luisa but the ingredients are:
Active Ingredient Pyrithione Zinc 2%.
Other Ingredients: Water, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate, Polyquaternium-7, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Allantoin, PEG-12 Dimethicone, Sodium Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Ethylparaben, Propylparaben, Butylparaben, Isobutylparaben.

Does anything here indicate why the "at least twice a week" thing? :confused:

Ah, not sure about the "use at least twice a week" Luisa but the ingredients are:
Active Ingredient Pyrithione Zinc 2%.
Other Ingredients: Water, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate, Polyquaternium-7, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Allantoin, PEG-12 Dimethicone, Sodium Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Ethylparaben, Propylparaben, Butylparaben, Isobutylparaben.

Does anything here indicate why the "at least twice a week" thing? :confused:

Pretty much your standard ingredients apart from the Pyrithione Zinc. This cleanser is designed for itching skin and associated seborrheic dermatitis (otherwise known as dandruff) . Is this why you chose it? Very interesting cleanser, never come across something like this before. It has 2% PZ wheras dandruff shampoos have 1%. Go easy, use twice a week and keep away from your eyes. Let us know how you find it.

I just purchased the A'kin Rose and Geranium Cleanser and Toner in one, and Trilogy's Ultra Hydrating Mask.

I Have tried both, and the cleanser is beautiful. A soft balm like texture that gows on smoothly and feel lovely when I massage it onto my skin. I wasnt wearing much makeup yesterday, but I could see it remove the remnants of my foundation and also my mascara (which is the ModelCo waterproof - which BTW, I absolutely love and highly recommend!!):tears: . It smells slightly of rose, but its a hard one to really detect, I smell more the shea butter that is in it. It's a luxurious cleanser that I've really enjoyed using - and at $25 for a 250ml bottle, it's a bargain to boot!
:sunnies:
For the trilogy masks - I didnt have any high hopes to speak of, I wanted to try this brand as it has a bit of a cult following overseas, and being fairly local (NZ I think), I wanted to give it a go. I didnt have a hydrating mask, so I decided to buy this one, and it has rosehip in it also, along with some other impressive ingredients that I cant recall right now! I massaged it in after the cleanser (my face was getting a real pampering by now!), and this smells stronger - the lavender is the culprit here - but its ok overall. I left it for about 15 mins as suggested, and it washed off nicely. My face was definately smoother afterwards, but I couldn't detect much in the way of extra moisture, but then again, its not really as issue for my - only my slightly dry cheeks which haven't been dry for a while either, due to my current regimen.:ashamed:
I used the masque on my hands afterwards as a fill in hand cream, and this has done a brilliant job of softnening the backs of my hands and cuticles.

I also bought the Trilogy hydrating mask recently but have not used it as yet. Thanks for the run-down and the hand tip!

[QUOTE=Active Ingredient Pyrithione Zinc 2%.
Other Ingredients: Water, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate, Polyquaternium-7, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Allantoin, PEG-12 Dimethicone, Sodium Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Ethylparaben, Propylparaben, Butylparaben, Isobutylparaben. QUOTE]

Its not soap free if it contains Sodium Laureth Sulfate that is purely a foaming agent used in all soap products. There are more natural foaming agents that are less drying on the skin, one is derived from Coconuts. If you have dry itchy skin I would personally stay away from anything that contains this ingrediant. If you check all your foaming products you will see that it is usually the 2nd ingrediant listed, which means that it has the 2nd highest percentage of product. The list them in order of concentration.

Pretty much your standard ingredients apart from the Pyrithione Zinc. This cleanser is designed for itching skin and associated seborrheic dermatitis (otherwise known as dandruff) . Is this why you chose it? Very interesting cleanser, never come across something like this before. It has 2% PZ wheras dandruff shampoos have 1%. Go easy, use twice a week and keep away from your eyes. Let us know how you find it.

Luisa, I have found that every now and then, the skin around pimples on my chin gets red and irritated and can be itchy. When I tried a sample of this product, it cleared the irritation up almost instantly, which is why I decided to purchase the product (so not sure about the dandruff thing?). Do you have any idea why the PZ is 2%? Should I be concerned by this at all? I'll let you know how I go with this after I have been using it for a bit longer (only twice a week though!).

Its not soap free if it contains Sodium Laureth Sulfate that is purely a foaming agent used in all soap products. There are more natural foaming agents that are less drying on the skin, one is derived from Coconuts. If you have dry itchy skin I would personally stay away from anything that contains this ingrediant. If you check all your foaming products you will see that it is usually the 2nd ingrediant listed, which means that it has the 2nd highest percentage of product. The list them in order of concentration.[/QUOTE]

Thanks Medusa, I seriously don't know what I'd do if I didn't have you wonderful people to educate me about product ingredients. I have found this product to be helpful thus far, but will keep in mind the level of Sodium Laureth Sulfate (maybe that's why they suggest to use twice a week?). I didn't realise that ingredients were listed in order of concentration, so thanks for that.:waving:

Sodium Laureth Sulphate (SLES) is often derived from coconut and is actually a detergent, not a soap - soap is generally fat-based and very alkaline. Some people do find SLES irritating in high concentrations, in which case they should use sulphate-free cleansers, but most people can use it with no problems (myself included).

www.cosmeticscop.com has excellent information on cosmetic ingredients, if you ever want to research what's in your products:
soap. True "soaps" are regulated by the Consumer Product Safety Commission and are not required to list their ingredients on the label. They are solely made up of fats and alkali. Many bar cleansers are not soaps, but contain synthetic detergent cleansing agents and various thickening agents that keep the bar in its bar form. Most soaps are considered very drying and potentially irritating for skin due to their alkaline base (having a pH over 8). Bar cleansers can be more gentle than bar soaps, but are more often than not still drying, depending on their composition (Sources: Cutis, December 2001, pages 12–19; Archives of Dermatologic Research, June 2001, pages 308–318; and Dermatologic Clinics, October 2000, pages 561–575).


sodium laureth sulfate. Can be derived from coconut; it is used primarily as a detergent cleansing agent. It is considered gentle and effective
http://www.paulaschoice-eu.com/learn/dictionary.asp?TYPE=SEARCH&ID=S

Thanks Kate, I am always interested to read info on ingrediants.

3 of us in my family are sensitive to Sulfates, resulting in skin irritations. It is such a widely used ingrediant that at first I found it very difficult to find alternaltives. But they :waving: are there. So if like me you are on the hunt for such products drop me a line, I'm happy to recommend products that I have tried.

Yes, thankfully there are lots more sulfate-free items available now for the sulfate-sensitive! Akin/Alchemy in particular have some great products, have you tried those Medusa? MOP's C-System haircare is great too.

Yes, I am in love with the Alchemy range & have used the hair products for a couple of yers now. I have heard good things about MOP but not yet tried, maybe next on the list.

Luisa, I have found that every now and then, the skin around pimples on my chin gets red and irritated and can be itchy. When I tried a sample of this product, it cleared the irritation up almost instantly, which is why I decided to purchase the product (so not sure about the dandruff thing?). Do you have any idea why the PZ is 2%? Should I be concerned by this at all? I'll let you know how I go with this after I have been using it for a bit longer (only twice a week though!).

I have just never heard of it being used topically on skin before. I did find a reference to a bar that contains the 2%. Quite a comprehensive run down if you would like to read. Let me know how it goes.

http://www.epinions.com/content_295546949252

Thanks for that Luisa, it was very informative.

Today I got myself another GWP Ultra A from Ultraceuticals!! Aren't I greedy! I liked it so much that I couldn't resist getting another for the stockpile. So this time I got The Ultra C 23% treatment cream (at $108 it THE most expensive product I have ever bought!) but it sounds great. I am saving it for Winter as I am still easing my skin into AHAs. I also got the supplements, Ultra Age Defiance, $40.
I got it from an Ultraceuticals store. I have never seen one before, they also do treatments but its moving. :( So heads up anyone near Mosman there headed your way.
Hopeing to sneak this reciept in with the pharmacy ones for tax :p Fingers crossed! ;)

After testing about 1000 Bronzers I have finally purchased one - M.A.C. in Golden $39.

Medusa, check with Allison if you should perhaps be incorportating this new Vit C cream with your Ultra A serum AND the AHA's. Could be an effective and result producing combination!

PS I love the serum too, mega fantastic!

I have only started using Even skintone, a Vit C serum & Ultra A in the past couple of weeks so don't want to freak my skin out. I have alternating them but am now ready for layering. I am a little sensitive too & my skin does tingle a bit on application. But not with Ultra A though, I think that's why I like it.
The SA said the C cream is quite rich & would be a good night cream for the winter months. She also said that the actives stay in the skin for 48hrs so I would just use it every 2nd night.

Tip: she also said that you really do need to massage in those serums not just apply them to get the best results.

Thanks for the tips! Good idea to get your skin used to such an assault! You have a fab selection of products!

Thanks I've decided to get REALLY serious about skincare now, counteract my sun damage, stop the ageing that has suddenly appeared :eek: No doubt this forum has educated me on so many things but I'm competitive by nature so I'd hate to think I was missing our on anything! :rollthoseeyes:

To all you pretty young things out there - Get out of the sun & wear SPF30 every single day of your life!!!!!

Ran out of the Dr Hauschka Cleansing Cream.
So another repurchase for me. Yay! :encore:

Today I bought Alpha-H Luminescent Eye Cream, the ClarinsMen starter pack for a friend and the Alpha-H Triple Action Cleanser. Also some vitamins: Multivitamin with fish oil, Blackmores Hair & Nails and a Zinc supplement. Woot!

I've run out of my beloved Ultraceuticals Even Skintone Serum & was keen to try the Ultraceuticals Ultra Active Mineral Colour so when I saw the U/C GWP at Adore, I was sold! :glee:

I got a pack with the following travel & some not so travel size items:
Ultraceuticals Protective Moisturiser SPF30+ Tube (Am nearly out of this too, so a bonus to get this free!)
Ultraceuticals Protective SPF30+ Lip Gloss
Ultraceuticals Ultra Self Tan
Ultraceuticals UltraClear Exfoliating Gel (Can't wait to try this!)
Loofah Body scrub

Will let you know how I'm finding the Ultra Active Mineral Colour & the exfoliating gel...

I have purchased the Estee Lauder Body Performance Range. Everything from the Seafoam Gel Body Cleanser, Exfoliater, Toning Bust, Anti-Cellulite Serum to Moisture Massage Body Lotion.

Believe me my tired skin needs it! :shockedhair:

ROC eyecream. Thinking about trying day and night creams. Anyone have any good or bad reviews on this skincare range. Thanks

Well back again, just found some old threads about roc, sad to see they do animal testing. Will think twice about repurchasing this brand.

Stocked up in the chemist today....
Palmers Cocoa Butter Bronze - repurchase
Palmers Skin Smoothing Lotion with AHAs (Latic & Salicylic acid). Beware - smells like plants not Palmers signature choc vanilla.
NS Moisturising cleanser.
Natural Instinct Hand wash refill - repurchase. :hearts:
Wild Child Nit Defence Spray - for my girl in (nit nirvana) kindy.

Ha ha! Glad we are through the haven that is kindy and younger primary years. I am itching just thinking about it!

You will love the Palmers Smoothing lotion in the green container. I love the smell but it is such an effective body moisturiser especially if you are using self tanners.

Glad you are trying more NS products, let us know how you find the cleanser.

On Friday a package arrived for me from London from one of my best friends who has recently moved there. I couldn't stand hearing about Stella McCartneys Care skincare range any longer so I got a selection of products from her range. I also got sick to death of Miss Fendi (aka Luisa) raving on about the Eve Lom Cleanser so I got a jar of that as well.

Oooh, I am so jealous! Saw a pic of Stella's care range in a UK mag showing the recyclable packaging.

You are going to LOVE the Eve Lom cleanser! Just get past the gunky texture and colour and follow application and removal directions. Your skin will be even more baby soft!

PCC please review all items as soon as you've had a chance to play! Hanging out!

Today i purchased more Natio :sleep:

'Young' gel cleanser for my boy as he has oily skin
Gentle facial exfoliating scrub
Hand & nail cream (which is beautiful)

Oooh, I am so jealous! Saw a pic of Stella's care range in a UK mag showing the recyclable packaging.

You are going to LOVE the Eve Lom cleanser! Just get past the gunky texture and colour and follow application and removal directions. Your skin will be even more baby soft!

It's so exciting Luisa. I haven't used my Care products yet but I did use the Eve Lom cleanser tonight and it is amazing. I got the 200ml jar wich came with 2 muslin cloths. My first impression was that it looked like bird crap but then I remembered I felt that way about my Dr Hauschka cleansing cream when I first saw it and now I am a devotee of that product. I am thrilled with the results of the Eve Lom cleanser. I wish we could get it here in Australia.

Guys I will review the Stella McCartney Care Products as soon as I have used them.

It's so exciting Luisa. I haven't used my Care products yet but I did use the Eve Lom cleanser tonight and it is amazing. I got the 200ml jar wich came with 2 muslin cloths. My first impression was that it looked like bird crap but then I remembered I felt that way about my Dr Hauschka cleansing cream when I first saw it and now I am a devotee of that product. I am thrilled with the results of the Eve Lom cleanser. I wish we could get it here in Australia.

That 200ml jar will last you ages and it's great to have the two muslin cloths so you can keep them clean. Just put it in a delicates laundry bag and pop in with your whites. Did you follow the massage (lymphatic drainage) technique? Love that the warm water infuses all the goodies into your skin. You can actually get it from the Eve Lom website and they assure me that they dont charge postage. I love using it in the morning or when I havent been wearing makeup. Let me know how you continue to find it. xo

I just ordered the DermaDoctor Wrinkle Revenge eye cream from Adore. I can't wait to use this as there have been so many rave reviews about it!!! Yay!!!:clapping:

That 200ml jar will last you ages and it's great to have the two muslin cloths so you can keep them clean. Just put it in a delicates laundry bag and pop in with your whites. Did you follow the massage (lymphatic drainage) technique? Love that the warm water infuses all the goodies into your skin. You can actually get it from the Eve Lom website and they assure me that they dont charge postage. I love using it in the morning or when I havent been wearing makeup. Let me know how you continue to find it. xo

Just to clarify Luisa, do Eve Lom not charge postage on products ordered through their website? I was looking at the cleanser a while back, but didn't purchase as I was worried about the charge (couldn't find any info on this anywhere on the site). This would be welcome news :redcheeks:

well Miss fendi I attempted to follow the lymphatic drainage technique. Have absolutely no idea if I did it right or not!;)

I've just been to Australia. Last Week I purchased so many Clarins goodies, I'm an absolute newbie to the brand but loved the sample sizes so I went ahead with the following.

Starter kit for travel - includes cleansing milk, toner, multi active day and eye cream.
Full sized Genlte Exfoliating Cleanser, Gentle Foaming Cleanser, Toner, Multi Active Day Cream, Multi Active Night Lotion, Beauty Flash Balm, Beauty Eye Revive? and Eye Balm.

All skin types, awesome range I am loving it! ...

Good for you Alice. I was never a huge clarins fan until I joined the forum and heard how fabulous it was. Now I love it and can't get enough of it. Hope you had a good time down under!

I just ordered the DermaDoctor Wrinkle Revenge eye cream from Adore. I can't wait to use this as there have been so many rave reviews about it!!! Yay!!!:clapping:

BPJ, you will love this one, I have almost finished mine. If I didnt have three others to use I would definitely repurchase this one - it is an excellent product for morning and night.

Just to clarify Luisa, do Eve Lom not charge postage on products ordered through their website? I was looking at the cleanser a while back, but didn't purchase as I was worried about the charge (couldn't find any info on this anywhere on the site). This would be welcome news :redcheeks:

I sent them an email when I couldnt find postage costs on their website. Assured postage was included. But just checked out website and now they charge 15 pounds for delivery!

www.evelom.com

BPJ, you will love this one, I have almost finished mine. If I didnt have three others to use I would definitely repurchase this one - it is an excellent product for morning and night.

Is this suitable for sensitive eyes? I often buy eye creams to find that they irritate the heck out of my eyes. Considering how expensive some of these eye creams are I absolutely hate it when this occurs!

I just ordered the DermaDoctor Wrinkle Revenge eye cream from Adore. I can't wait to use this as there have been so many rave reviews about it!!! Yay!!!:clapping:


hmmmm, i'm intrigued.....I've run out of eye cream, and although I only have fine lines, I hate the thought of getting more. I think my problem is dryness more than anything, but I guess that leads to lines anyway:sunnies: ....I am going to look this up, but I would like to know what your thoughts are when you try it (I think you are similar in age to me....):penguin:

Is this suitable for sensitive eyes? I often buy eye creams to find that they irritate the heck out of my eyes. Considering how expensive some of these eye creams are I absolutely hate it when this occurs!

Hmmmm so that's around $45 Australian just for postage. Think I'll stick to getting my friend to send it over to me!

I sent them an email when I couldnt find postage costs on their website. Assured postage was included. But just checked out website and now they charge 15 pounds for delivery!

www.evelom.com

Hmmm, I did notice this new addition today when I went for a look on the site :shakehead:

hmmmm, i'm intrigued.....I've run out of eye cream, and although I only have fine lines, I hate the thought of getting more. I think my problem is dryness more than anything, but I guess that leads to lines anyway:sunnies: ....I am going to look this up, but I would like to know what your thoughts are when you try it (I think you are similar in age to me....):penguin:

I am finding that I'm having a problem with dehydration lines around my eye area, so I'll let you know how I go with this one Mel :waving:

hmmmm, i'm intrigued.....I've run out of eye cream, and although I only have fine lines, I hate the thought of getting more. I think my problem is dryness more than anything, but I guess that leads to lines anyway:sunnies: ....I am going to look this up, but I would like to know what your thoughts are when you try it (I think you are similar in age to me....):penguin:

Melissa9419, definitely give this a go. I have NEVER finished an eye cream (ok, I said it!) but I have almost with this one! It is great, sublime texture that feels really hydrating and not at all greasy. You need the tinyest amount too. PCC, I would give this a go too. I am quite sensitive around eye are (Dermalogica Total Eye Care I cannot put anywhere near my eyes) but this one is great and really super soothing. Give it a go!

Good for you Alice. I was never a huge clarins fan until I joined the forum and heard how fabulous it was. Now I love it and can't get enough of it. Hope you had a good time down under!

Yeah loving the products, just finished posting a review in product reviews thread... will update in the coming weeks as time goes on, I bought a variety of products so time will tell.. I do like a lot though! really pleased with my skincare investment a change from my regular brands which I've loved i.e Dr Hauschka, but I think we all need this now and again...

What are your fave Clarins, please post on product reviews. Have a lovely weekend, thanks for post.

I had a big spending day yesterday at DJs...

I got:
-Ultraceuticals 30+ Moisturiser
- Ultraceuticals Clear Exfoliating Gel (with the purchase of both I got a trial kit with Sheer C, Even Skin Tone, Hydrating Gel, Moisturiser and something else I think?)
- Shizen lip balm in the pot
- Shizen all-over salve (with the purchase of both I got a free 200ml Cleansing Body Wash)
- Napoleon Auto Pilot primer

I also got 4 pairs of patterned stockings at Myer, and got a gorgeous pair of brown leather shoes from Jigsaw ordered in from interstate - but at $250 I am not sure if I should buy these?!

I got:
-Ultraceuticals 30+ Moisturiser
- Ultraceuticals Clear Exfoliating Gel (with the purchase of both I got a trial kit with Sheer C, Even Skin Tone, Hydrating Gel, Moisturiser and something else I think?)


Also comes with the Ultra Clear Treatment Gel. This little GWP pack is fantastic - I've already added the full size contents to my next purchase list!

oops sorry I'm just assuming you got the acne pack? you might have gotten a different one!!

Also comes with the Ultra Clear Treatment Gel. This little GWP pack is fantastic - I've already added the full size contents to my next purchase list!

oops sorry I'm just assuming you got the acne pack? you might have gotten a different one!!
crap i was in there the other day but didn't spot that :mad: :shakehead:

Also comes with the Ultra Clear Treatment Gel. This little GWP pack is fantastic - I've already added the full size contents to my next purchase list!

oops sorry I'm just assuming you got the acne pack? you might have gotten a different one!!

Yep I did get that one - the others were for dry skin!

Estee Lauder Firm Body Performance ... :shockedhair: Hope it works!!! hahahha.

just purchased nivea extra gentle eye make up remover.. first time!

just purchased nivea extra gentle eye make up remover.. first time!


I might buy Creme de la Mer, but this has been my staple for years - enjoy! Hold your cotton pad down on your lashes for a few seconds to "dissolve" mascara. Then roll the cotton pad and wipe upper lashes as if your were applying mascara.

Thanks Luisa! You know what? I purchased the Nivea Extra Gentle Eye Make up Remover because of you! I read in some threads that you are using the nivea make up remover so I decided to buy one, (I will be needing this cos this Saturday I will be attending a wedding... so incase I make a mistake I can remove it easily with the eye make up remover! and it's my first time to put a coloured mascara and gel eyeliner! hehehe...) I hope it works on me! really admire you of being so helpful to other adorables (like me!)... thanks again!:)

Thanks Luisa! You know what? I purchased the Nivea Extra Gentle Eye Make up Remover because of you! I read in some threads that you are using the nivea make up remover so I decided to buy one, (I will be needing this cos this Saturday I will be attending a wedding... so incase I make a mistake I can remove it easily with the eye make up remover! and it's my first time to put a coloured mascara and gel eyeliner! hehehe...) I hope it works on me! really admire you of being so helpful to other adorables (like me!)... thanks again!:)


Awww! That's so sweet! My pleasure! Do folloiw the hints above for removing your eyemakeup and make sure the pad is well saturated with the eye makeup remover. Have fun at the wedding xo

I had a big spending day yesterday at DJs...

I also got 4 pairs of patterned stockings at Myer, and got a gorgeous pair of brown leather shoes from Jigsaw ordered in from interstate - but at $250 I am not sure if I should buy these?!

I know it's off topic,but I always measure the price of the shoes by the wear I'll get out of them..so if they are great to wear regularly and will last a while and you love them, then it's worth it I say!!;)

I've just ordered:

Ultraceuticals Even Skin Tone Serum
Ultraceuticals Ultra C Sheer Facial Cream

:penguin: can't wait

Yesterday I ordered the Alpha H Luminescent and Alpha H 'other' eye cream (can't remember what it is called already!). I also ordered the Dr H toner which I've heard so much wonderful stuff about - at over $50 for a toner, it would want to be great!!

And I am off to Sydney on Monday morning for work - so I asked for it to be delivered to my hotel so I get a treat! Hahahahaha

Yesterday I ordered the Alpha H Luminescent and Alpha H 'other' eye cream (can't remember what it is called already!).

Celestefay, two of my favourite products. You will be surprised just how effective they are.:clapping:

Good thinking with the product re-direct. Enjoy Sydney!

OKAY!

Today I bought:

Ultraceuticals Clear Treatment Gel
Ultraceuticals Ultra Moiturising Cream (for my mum for mothers day)

With those two I got a GWP which consits of:

Ultra Clear Treatment Gel (more! yippee!)
Even Skintone Sreum Gentle Formula
Ultra C Sheer Facial Cream
Protective Daily Moisturiser
Ultra Hydrating Gel

Also the (FANTASTIC!) SA gave me a sample of the Ultra Milk Cleanser. Another shoutout here to the fabulous U/C girl at David Jones in Canberra. She was absolutely amazing.

I'm pretty damn excited.

I had that GWP too Toastie - its a great little pack. The Ultra C Sheer Cream is lasting me ages.

Wow! That GWP is fantastic! What a score, well done Toastie.

You must try the Ultra Milk Cleanser. I didn't think it'd work for me (combo erring on the oily side, gah) but it is such a great product, you don't need much. I use it in the morning, and the Gel Cleanser at night to take off makeup. I am one happy camper.

Just ordered Alpha-H Liquid Gold, yay! :penguin:

Today I bought Dermalogica Skin Prep Scrub after using a sample and hearing the raves about it on here. I gave myself a facial and was so, so impressed with the results - such a good scrub for a pretty cheap price too (compared to some others anyway).

Dr Haushka's Cleansing Cream. I stopped using this a little while ago, and my skin has not been the same. Now I want him back in my life.:worship:

I bought the Alpha-H 15% Glycolic Hydrating Mask, hoping its going to be as awesome as everyone is saying it is :)

I bought the Alpha-H 15% Glycolic Hydrating Mask, hoping its going to be as awesome as everyone is saying it is :)

Oooh it is Jaime, you are going to love it. It's one of the best masks I've ever used. Let us know how you find it!

Oh I will... to be sure to be sure :)

I forgot to put my samples in with my order the other day with my Liquid Gold...why..why would I do that!!!!:shockedhair:

Bugger...:(

I forgot to put my samples in with my order the other day with my Liquid Gold...why..why would I do that!!!!:shockedhair:

Oh No!! I've done that before too!

Today i purchased the Natio sensitive skin toner and Model Co luminosity shimmer whip for...$4.90..yes under $5.00 i almost died.

With those two I got a GWP which consits of:

Ultra Clear Treatment Gel (more! yippee!)
Even Skintone Sreum Gentle Formula
Ultra C Sheer Facial Cream
Protective Daily Moisturiser
Ultra Hydrating Gel
Oh! :penguin: I haven't seen that GWP! What's the deal? Do you need to buy 2 things? Is it just in DJs?

Hey Medusa. Yes you need to buy 2 U/C items, I'm not sure where Toastie got her's from, but I got mine from a small salon in Perth that sold U/C products. I'm sure it would be anywhere that sold it?? Look into it tho the promo might still be running :)

Dermalogica medicated face wipes and Ole Henriksen's Vitamin Plus Balancing Creme, I love using this one a couple of times a week during the colder months, it makes my skin look so healthy and dewy :hearts:

Dr Haushka's Cleansing Cream. I stopped using this a little while ago, and my skin has not been the same. Now I want him back in my life.:worship:

:worship: to dr hauschka's cleansing cream :worship:


may do the very same thing myself, but I have all this clarins stuff and I hate leaving things in my cupboards un-used or utilized! ... I'll have to hold on...

:worship: to dr hauschka's cleansing cream :worship:


may do the very same thing myself, but I have all this clarins stuff and I hate leaving things in my cupboards un-used or utilized! ... I'll have to hold on...

I can sympathise Alice, I am the same, I just can't bear not using up my products before I move on to the next lot :confused:

well today i shopped BIG time [hubby going to kill me :shockedhair: ]
i went to the perfect potion shop - great place & fab SA
bought bare faced exfoliant
then picked up at UC DJ's - eventone serum & ace eye & lip serum
[scored a great gift 5 trial size anti ageing products] + a sample of the milk cleanser
shizen lip conditioner [though nearly got the Dr Hauschka]
& more of the Dr H cleanser [bring on the good skin]

yay :penguin: :penguin: :penguin:

Temptation got the better of me! I got to work this morning and popped down the health shop and bought the following $80 odd dollars later...

Dr Hauschka Cleansing Cream
Perfect Potion Neroli Cleanser
Perfect Potion Palmarosa & Sandalwood Moisturiser.

well today i shopped BIG time [hubby going to kill me :shockedhair: ]
i went to the perfect potion shop - great place & fab SA
bought bare faced exfoliant
then picked up at UC DJ's - eventone serum & ace eye & lip serum
[scored a great gift 5 trial size anti ageing products] + a sample of the milk cleanser
shizen lip conditioner [though nearly got the Dr Hauschka]
& more of the Dr H cleanser [bring on the good skin]

yay :penguin: :penguin: :penguin:

Wow, good buying - I got a little buzz just reading that! Having shopping withdrawls, trying to be a good RBB. So living vicariously through everyone else instead!

Let us know what you think of the Lip Conditioner. I love it.

i nearly got the neroli cleanser but wasn't sure about it , i have combo skin but not oily at all , what do u think about it Alice ?:)

thanks RBB ,
i haven't used the lip conditioner yet but i have been loving the lip serum :worship:

i nearly got the neroli cleanser but wasn't sure about it , i have combo skin but not oily at all , what do u think about it Alice ?:)


This is the first cleanser in a long time that I can say I am really liking, it is gentle, subtle smelling, effective cleansing. I used my little sample all week absolutely impressed, cheap enough too $24.90 NZD. A little goes a long way.

Wow, good buying - I got a little buzz just reading that! Having shopping withdrawls, trying to be a good RBB. So living vicariously through everyone else instead!

I am trying too RBB, I now realise that I have WAY too much stuff and have quite seriously run out of room to store them!

I am trying too RBB, I now realise that I have WAY too much stuff and have quite seriously run out of room to store them!

You know there's a very easy way to solve that. Buy another cupboard! :p

You know there's a very easy way to solve that. Buy another cupboard! :p

:shockedhair: Hubby will say I have enough space already! Huge confession - when I go away (which is fairly frequently), I start another makeup bag and fill it with things I will need (and most of what I dont!) and I have not unpacked any of them for so long! They were obviously things I was using at that stage so it's going to feel like Christmas when I get around to "unwrapping" them all!

:chuckle: Time to start the 12-step honey!

:chuckle: Time to start the 12-step honey!

:chuckle: :redcheeks: Think it might take more than that RBB! Wish me luck, want to be my sponser (is that what they call them?!)

You know there's a very easy way to solve that. Buy another cupboard! :p

Ahahahaha... I did :ashamed:

I have a built in wardrobe with six doors in one of the spare rooms at home it goes from floor to ceiling right across one wall, guess what, it's filled to the max with beauty loot. Have to get a stool to reach the top of it and you should see some of the shi* I have stacked in it (stuff I thought was so good at the time I purchased 6 of)!:ashamed:

Good lordy. Someone get this girl a sponsor, STAT!

I have a built in wardrobe with six doors in one of the spare rooms at home it goes from floor to ceiling right across one wall, guess what, it's filled to the max with beauty loot. Have to get a stool to reach the top of it and you should see some of the shi* I have stacked in it (stuff I thought was so good at the time I purchased 6 of)!:ashamed:

Think of the children in Africa!!
(sorry I felt compelled to say something like my Dad would say!)

Wow - I knew you had a lot PCC but that's amazing!!!

I have a bit of a stockpile in my cupboard but no where near you chicks. Not that there's anything wrong with that of course, only I am wondering if these things are still in useable condition? How long have you had them for? If you used a product a couple of times and then put it back in storage for however long, is it still OK?

Today I stocked up on my Ultraceuticals

Ultra ACE Hydration Booster Mask (cant use till my face is done peeling :( )
Dark Circle Eye cream
Protective Moisturiser 30+
Ultra Active Mineral make up in Beige Yummy Yummy Yummy!!! Fabulous colour for fair and light skin!!! Addicted!!
I got this cute little kit of ultraceuticals mini's too SCORE!!

I re-purchased my moisturiser of choice: Garnier Skin Naturals Re-density - for the whopping price of $13!! :typing: I use thes morning and night, and my skin is just lovely (if I do say so myself).

Trying a new cleanser...Renew Rosehip Cleaner, SLS free, not tested on animals.:hearts:

Trying a new cleanser...Renew Rosehip Cleaner, SLS free, not tested on animals.:hearts:


i have used some of this range but not that one , let me know how u go ps

I bought the Body Shop Vit C Eye Reviver yeserday, and I love it!. It absorbs easily and really "revives" the eye area. I'm gunna use this one in the morning and me dermadoctor one at night. Yay!!!

Ole Henriksen's Walnut Scrub. Love the smell and love the way it makes my skin feel afterwards! Yum!:worship:

Yes it's me again! I ordered the Invisible Zinc in Light today, can't wait to try it!!!!:penguin:

Trilogy Rosehip oil for under my eyes at night. I think the fine dehyration lines look a little better already (well okay i purchased it yesterday and used it last night)

I am really loving Rosehip everything at the moment, my Renew (SLS free) rosehip cleanser so very very nice.

I actually used the rosehip oil all over my face last night after cleansing my make-up off before going for a walk last night (as its quite cold here now when I go for a walk at night) but then cleansed and liquid golded myself before bed.

i have used some of this range but not that one , let me know how u go ps

What have you used from them Fusspot? The cleanser really is great. Took a bit of getting use to how it foams as its SLS free, its a bit runnier than you would expect and have to make sure theres no oily residue on your hands to get it to foam up nicely.

Overall highly reccommend, its cleans beautifully and my skin feels really healthy and clean but not stripped after using it.

I dont know if this technically counts as skin care but its not quite make up. The Napleon Jet set pack!! :hearts: :clapping: :p Cant wait to use it this much ---> :penguin: :penguin:

What have you used from them Fusspot? The cleanser really is great. Took a bit of getting use to how it foams as its SLS free, its a bit runnier than you would expect and have to make sure theres no oily residue on your hands to get it to foam up nicely.

Overall highly reccommend, its cleans beautifully and my skin feels really healthy and clean but not stripped after using it.
i have only used their shampoo & conditioner & wasn't really impressed ,was looking at their toner & scrub but i have found perfect potion now so i will be trying out more of their products [thanks Alice]

Neutrogena Oil Free Daily Face Scrub for acne prone kin, was curious about this brand (and this product) so I thought I'd try it out and see how I go.

Let us know how you find it BPJ. I've quite liked some of the Neutrogena stuff, especially the Deep Clean Cleansing Cream.

Over the weekend I added to my U/C collection with the Ultra C Sheer Facial Cream and Ultra A Facial Treatment Cream. Still learning about these, so will use for a few weeks and post a proper review.

Let us know how you find it BPJ. I've quite liked some of the Neutrogena stuff, especially the Deep Clean Cleansing Cream.

Over the weekend I added to my U/C collection with the Ultra C Sheer Facial Cream and Ultra A Facial Treatment Cream. Still learning about these, so will use for a few weeks and post a proper review.

Will do RBB, I'll use it for about a week and then do a review.:hearts:

Made a Kit order today. My Mario Badescu obsession continues:

Glycolic Cleanser
Enzyme Cleansing Gel
Cleansing Milk with Carnation & Rice Oil
Hyalaronic Emulsion with Vitamin C
Herbal Hydrating Serum (re-purchase)
Cellufirm Drops (re-purchase)
Strawberry Tonic Mask

where do you order them from PCC?

where do you order them from PCC?

I deal with either Melbourne or Sydney Kit stores. Today I ordered from oxford street store in Sydney. I just give the girls at Kit a buzz and make my order then they express post my order to me. They don't even charge me for the postage!

If you are ever in Melbourne pop into Kit at Myer City and see Christina! She is the most fabulous, beautiful and kind sales assistant ever! I just love her!

ah ok.

I have a big fear of making phone calls to people I don't know :chuckle: don't know why I just do.

ah ok.

I have a big fear of making phone calls to people I don't know :chuckle: don't know why I just do.

I used to have the same fear Jaime, however these girls make you feel so comfy and they really do all the talking for you. I had to overcome my fears as living in Tassie I just couldn't get the brands I wanted. Now I am on a first name basis with just about every counter in the business. Lots of the sales assistants call me their little Tassie Treasure (hmmm think that might be because I am continuously lining their pockets) lol!!

yeah WA is the same - you just don't get all these little boutiques and stores over here like Melbourne and Sydney do......

yeah WA is the same - you just don't get all these little boutiques and stores over here like Melbourne and Sydney do......

I know! Thank God for the internet!

Today I bought some more Dermalogica Active Moist. Woo! Nothing more exciting than that, sorry...

Made a Kit order today. My Mario Badescu obsession continues:

Glycolic Cleanser
Enzyme Cleansing Gel
Cleansing Milk with Carnation & Rice Oil
Hyalaronic Emulsion with Vitamin C
Herbal Hydrating Serum (re-purchase)
Cellufirm Drops (re-purchase)
Strawberry Tonic Mask
PCC as Kit doesn't have a comprehensive product listing on their site, how do you know which products you want?
I really like to browse online before going to the store. I always get flustered when the SAs hover on me & I feel I can't look thru everything properly. I'm making the city trek to Kit tomorrow.

As am going O/S later this year I am planning how to pack all my beauty essentials, but lightly! (:shockedhair:) I have ordered from Adore the Apivita Propoline Olive travel pack (thanks for the review Kate!), some of the Apivita travel masks for face and eyes, some Apivita travel cleansing wipes (for emergencies) and the free gift that contains a moisturiser, hair conditioner and body milk. So that's some things covered!

PCC as Kit doesn't have a comprehensive product listing on their site, how do you know which products you want?
I really like to browse online before going to the store. I always get flustered when the SAs hover on me & I feel I can't look thru everything properly. I'm making the city trek to Kit tomorrow.

I hear you there Medusa. I get super flustered and end up buying the wrong stuff because I just want to get rid of the SAs!

PCC as Kit doesn't have a comprehensive product listing on their site, how do you know which products you want?
I really like to browse online before going to the store. I always get flustered when the SAs hover on me & I feel I can't look thru everything properly. I'm making the city trek to Kit tomorrow.

So true Medusa, the Kit site is badly designed. There is no way to find out about the products and certainly no indication of cost. I even emailed them about this and at that stage they had no plans to change the web design or offer products online???:mad:

Yeah the site annoys me - its confusing.

Today I bought some more Dermalogica Active Moist. Woo! Nothing more exciting than that, sorry...

Great Product though Ozkat! I love it!

PCC as Kit doesn't have a comprehensive product listing on their site, how do you know which products you want?
I really like to browse online before going to the store. I always get flustered when the SAs hover on me & I feel I can't look thru everything properly. I'm making the city trek to Kit tomorrow.

Hi Medusa,
The Kit sight is very frustrating indeed. I have been told by the girls at Melbourne Myer Kit that a new online shopping site is in the works. Here's what I do, granted it is the long way around doing things but if your despeate (as I always am) you will go to any length to get your products:

Find out all the brands that Kit Stock then go to the individual brand sites. Decide what you want and then e-mail Kit and ask what the price for each item is and if the product is in stock. When they e-mail you back with the deatils decide if you want them and the ring them up and order!

I know most people couldn't be arsed mucking around like this but such is my obsession with all things beauty I will go to any lengths to get my products! Now there's commitment and obsession for you!

One thing I must say about Kit is that they do give fabulous samples. They are very generously sized and come in reusuable little pots. An eye cream sample from Kit is enough to last 30 days and masks etc provide enough for easily 3-4 masks.

Yesurday I went to Mecca to restock the Frederic Fekkai Technicians Conditioner and walked out with some Leaf & Rusher TX Eye Serum and samples of the Face Serum and Moisurisers. I actually think I need a 12 steps program for eye cream junkies. lol!:chuckle:

Yesurday I went to Mecca to restock the Frederic Fekkai Technicians Conditioner and walked out with some Leaf & Rusher TX Eye Serum and samples of the Face Serum and Moisurisers. I actually think I need a 12 steps program for eye cream junkies. lol!:chuckle:

:redcheeks: You thinking of me while you mention that Charismatic? Lol!

Saw that new range on the email, let us know how you find it.

PCC as Kit doesn't have a comprehensive product listing on their site, how do you know which products you want?
I really like to browse online before going to the store. I always get flustered when the SAs hover on me & I feel I can't look thru everything properly. I'm making the city trek to Kit tomorrow.

I am EXACTLY the same Medusa! I like to be informed about the product before I get in there, then when Im in, i grab what i want and im out. I sound like a male dont i...:redcheeks:

Oh yea and today I got Witch exfoliating facial wash. Ive had a bit of a break out and thought i needed something along this line. Would love to try Neutrongena cream wash (has salicyc acid..Spell??), does anyone know of a similar product to the neutrogena one that doesn test on animals??

Today i bought a box of Dr Lewinns Line Smoothing Complex Masks and got a great little GWP that include trial size Ultra R4 Resorative cream, Ultra R4 Regenerative Night cream, Ultra R4 Eye Repair, Line Smoothing Complex Corrective Line Filler, Facial Polishing Gel and a Line Smoothing Complex mask. Looks like I'll be giving myself a Dr Lewinns facial tonight to try them out!!!

Today Akin Regenerating Eye Night Creme. Down to $20.00 :clapping:

Today i bought a box of Dr Lewinns Line Smoothing Complex Masks and got a great little GWP that include trial size Ultra R4 Resorative cream, Ultra R4 Regenerative Night cream, Ultra R4 Eye Repair, Line Smoothing Complex Corrective Line Filler, Facial Polishing Gel and a Line Smoothing Complex mask. Looks like I'll be giving myself a Dr Lewinns facial tonight to try them out!!!

Hey BPJ, make sure you post a review on the Mask sheets. I have used the Ultra R4 Eye repair (excellent), the Ultra R4 Restorative cream, the Ultra R4 mask (one of my faves) and the Facial Polishing gel (smells like pineapple).The products in the Ultra 4 range contain pomegranate, peptides and a mushroom extract that is included to brighten the skin. Have fun!

Hey BPJ, make sure you post a review on the Mask sheets. I have used the Ultra R4 Eye repair (excellent), the Ultra R4 Restorative cream, the Ultra R4 mask (one of my faves) and the Facial Polishing gel (smells like pineapple).The products in the Ultra 4 range contain pomegranate, peptides and a mushroom extract that is included to brighten the skin. Have fun!

Will do Luisa, I've had a sniff of the products already and they smell delightful! Can't wait to use them!

Today i bought a box of Dr Lewinns Line Smoothing Complex Masks and got a great little GWP that include trial size Ultra R4 Resorative cream, Ultra R4 Regenerative Night cream, Ultra R4 Eye Repair, Line Smoothing Complex Corrective Line Filler, Facial Polishing Gel and a Line Smoothing Complex mask. Looks like I'll be giving myself a Dr Lewinns facial tonight to try them out!!!
I am interested in these too. I have never tried anything from this brand before. Where did you buy from?

I am interested in these too. I have never tried anything from this brand before. Where did you buy from?

I think Chemist Warehouse are having A Dr Lewinns sale at the moment. I saw some gift sets in there the other day. I am thinking about trying some of these products. I wonder if I will look like Nicky Buckley after I use them.:chuckle:

[QUOTE=pinkcupcake;23178 I wonder if I will look like Nicky Buckley after I use them.:chuckle:[/QUOTE]

:chuckle:She is no longer their spokesperson but checkout the ad for the new masks, dead ringer!

I am interested in these too. I have never tried anything from this brand before. Where did you buy from?

Most Pharmacies keep the range Medusa but maybe not all the specials. Myer also stock them.

I am interested in these too. I have never tried anything from this brand before. Where did you buy from?

I got them in a Nova Pharmacy.

I think Chemist Warehouse are having A Dr Lewinns sale at the moment. I saw some gift sets in there the other day. I am thinking about trying some of these products. I wonder if I will look like Nicky Buckley after I use them.:chuckle:

:chuckle::chuckle:I'll let you know if I do!:chuckle::chuckle:

:chuckle:She is no longer their spokesperson but checkout the ad for the new masks, dead ringer!

Gosh, I thought it was her:redcheeks:

Today I repurchased Ultraceuticals Ultra A treatment cream.

After using my Neutrogena Daily cleansing scrub for over a week now, I'm so impressed with it that I went out a bought the Clear Pore Cleansing Cloths (exxcellent! I love the soft side for removing makeup/gunk and the rougher side for exfoliating the skin, leaves my skin so clean and soft) and the Skinclearing cleanser/mask (has salicylic acid and natural clay minerals), which I haven't used yet but am looking forward to using this as both a mask and night time cleanser. I'll post a review of the scrub soon and the newbys in a couple of weeks. :hearts:

I bought Danne King Montague's Beta Gel and Melaton *something*, been breaking out again lately and the facial place just got these in and they recommended it to me. Will update!

Well yesterday I got Jemma Cosmtics Fiji Glow. It was free from Cleo magazine :spin: (not that I read that magaine...) Anyway it's a body oil spray. I used it yesterday after my bath, it was ok. I can't compare it to anything else cause I have never used an oil body spray but it's smelt nice and didn't stay greazy long which is good and made my legs soft

Was it like a 'dry' oil? I have an apricot one from Nutrimetics and its yummy.

Dry Oil? What does that mean exactley?
It said it was a dry oil body spray but I don't know what it means by dry.
This one smells like coconut mmmmmm :drunk:

Dry oil isn't greasy like regular oil. Gives your skin more of a sheen rather than an oil slick.

Well then yeah, that's defeintly what this was then.

Yeah I got the Jemma one too Trash, I gave it to my Mum as I'm not a huge fan of frangipani/coconut smells. It is a really nice consistency though, I'm quite a fan of oils for my body.

i got the cleansing water stuff from clarins , 7 day scrub from Clinque , a small doux peeling [clarins] & some more of the tigi sexed up hair volume stuff [ not skin care but hey]

After using my Neutrogena Daily cleansing scrub for over a week now, I'm so impressed with it that I went out a bought the Clear Pore Cleansing Cloths (exxcellent! I love the soft side for removing makeup/gunk and the rougher side for exfoliating the skin, leaves my skin so clean and soft) and the Skinclearing cleanser/mask (has salicylic acid and natural clay minerals), which I haven't used yet but am looking forward to using this as both a mask and night time cleanser. I'll post a review of the scrub soon and the newbys in a couple of weeks. :hearts:

i have used a fair bit of neutrogena , i think i will start a thread for it in reviews:spin:

Today I bought Environ Cleansing Gel, which is a nice sized tube and leaves skin wonderfully clean. I also bought Environ Mild Day Vitamin A Moisturiser, which my skin is loving. And some cranberry and vanilla candles from dusk, but that's not skincare!

Picked up some Rituelle gear. I have supported this brand for like forever. We used to buy the soaps direct from the girl who made them at Glebe markets 10yrs ago. I love all the yummy smells & the fact that she uses natural ingrediants.

Pack of 4 soaps - Peaches & cream, Mango, Watermelon, Strawberry.
Lip balm in Pinapple sorbet.

May have to go back for the Jasmine mini body spray, only $12 :)

I bought a Natio lip balm on Sunday - wanted something with SPF30 in it after my lips got burnt on Saturday (cruising round the Whitsundays - sweeeeet :) ).
And then about 6 hours after using the lip balm, I discovered a lovely rash of bumps all around my mouth, from nose to chin. Which I still have. :flames:

I bought a Natio lip balm on Sunday - wanted something with SPF30 in it after my lips got burnt on Saturday (cruising round the Whitsundays - sweeeeet :) ).
And then about 6 hours after using the lip balm, I discovered a lovely rash of bumps all around my mouth, from nose to chin. Which I still have. :flames:

ewwwwww! Is it a reaction to the lip balm Kate?

ewwwwww! Is it a reaction to the lip balm Kate?

I'm assuming so - I didn't use anything else different, or eat anything out of the ordinary :confused:

I'm assuming so - I didn't use anything else different, or eat anything out of the ordinary :confused:

Hope it calms quickly for you.

Today I got my first U/C Ultra A serum, replaced my beloved U/C Ultra Sheer C 20% cream that's run out & got my U/C Ultra Moisturiser as a GWP!
Can't wait to try out the Ultra A serum & the moisturiser :penguin:

I bought a Natio lip balm on Sunday - wanted something with SPF30 in it after my lips got burnt on Saturday (cruising round the Whitsundays - sweeeeet :) ).
And then about 6 hours after using the lip balm, I discovered a lovely rash of bumps all around my mouth, from nose to chin. Which I still have. :flames:

Kate, if your lips were already a bit burnt the essential oils in the lip balm would have done it I am afraid.:(

Today:

Versace Bright Crystal Shower Gel and Body Lotion

I bought a Natio lip balm on Sunday - wanted something with SPF30 in it after my lips got burnt on Saturday (cruising round the Whitsundays - sweeeeet :) ).
And then about 6 hours after using the lip balm, I discovered a lovely rash of bumps all around my mouth, from nose to chin. Which I still have. :flames:
Kate check out the Cancer Council range. I got a clear lip gloss with SPF30, its really good.
Did you put Shizen on your lips to help them heal? Would do the trick.

Today I bought:

Ultraceuticals Milk Cleanser
Ultraceuticals Gree tea sprtizer
GWP Ultra Moisture Cream

Kate check out the Cancer Council range. I got a clear lip gloss with SPF30, its really good.
Did you put Shizen on your lips to help them heal? Would do the trick.

My lips healed pretty quick, it's the flippin' rash I can't get rid of!! Have been taking antihistamine and applying 1% cortisone twice a day, it's going down, hopefully will be gone in a couple of days...

You poor thing kate! ...

I bought yesterday arvo - Dr Hauschka Rose Day Cream, great for the winter weather in NZ.

Went for my Enzyme Facial today which will draw out impurities, so it only made sense to get something to heal the breakout when it happens. So I bought Danne Montague King's Acu Gel.

Today I bought Hamilton Everday Face. It's the matt finish moisturiser with SPF 30+. I'm a big fan of the Hamiltons Quad Block for my body so I thought I'd give this a go for my skin!
I've just finished using the Alpha H Everyday Protection.

Also the American Crew Shave Oil for my boy. The guy who sold it to me did so at $2 cheaper for no reason! Woo!

Ole Henriksen's Pore Refining Mask, I love it so and have been waiting anxiously for Adore to replenish their stock of it again! :glee:

Just placed an order...

Even Skintone Serum
Ultra Treatment Gel - I have been using a sample of this and it is AMAZING, stops pimples right in their tracks!!! Love it
Free U/C moisturiser
Another Shizen lip balm - love it

Bloom Skin and Tonic Mask- I have been looking at this for a few weeks now and decided to splurge!!

Dr Hauschka Cleansing Milk

Other items today - off the topic of skincare...
french toast and large orange juice
Eyebrow Shape/wax and Lash Tint
Caramel Tea Cake from Bakers Delight - afternoon tea with my nana
2 bunches of flowers for my mum
block of chocolate for my girlsfriends at their work - naughty me! ...
$30 worth of petrol
Colour for my hair L'Oreal Expertise ... colour/highlights kit.
Hot Chocolate large to take away ...

What a busy day out... I'm loving having time off work!

All Tromborg for me today, I ordered her Cleansing Water, Dry Oil in Vanilla, Bath and Shower wash in vanilla, Hand wash in, surprise surprise, vanilla, and the Mineral Mud Mask. Love her work.

Dr Hauschka Cleansing Milk

Other items today - off the topic of skincare...
french toast and large orange juice
Eyebrow Shape/wax and Lash Tint
Caramel Tea Cake from Bakers Delight - afternoon tea with my nana
2 bunches of flowers for my mum
block of chocolate for my girlsfriends at their work - naughty me! ...
$30 worth of petrol
Colour for my hair L'Oreal Expertise ... colour/highlights kit.
Hot Chocolate large to take away ...

What a busy day out... I'm loving having time off work!

Lol, I love your random inclusion of non-beauty items in this thread!

yeah I spent way too much money yesterday!!!

Today in the groceries (what a way to buy your skincare :redcheeks:) I got me soem garnier Nutritionist Night cream.

Our very own Beauty Editor recommended this in an article on Beauty on a Budget, and as I quite like the Garnier skincare, I thought I'd give it a burl......... I have the purple one currently, and it's just not giving enough to my skin in these cold months.

I got the night one rather thn the day as the day has an SPF in it, I prefer seperate sunscreen - had too many problems in the past with breakouts when I use moisturisers with SPF.

Cost me a grand total of $13 and change! :clapping:

Today in the groceries (what a way to buy your skincare :redcheeks:) I got me soem garnier Nutritionist Night cream.

Our very own Beauty Editor recommended this in an article on Beauty on a Budget, and as I quite like the Garnier skincare, I thought I'd give it a burl......... I have the purple one currently, and it's just not giving enough to my skin in these cold months.

I got the night one rather thn the day as the day has an SPF in it, I prefer seperate sunscreen - had too many problems in the past with breakouts when I use moisturisers with SPF.

Cost me a grand total of $13 and change! :clapping:

Rosie I really like the Garnier eye cream in the green tube. I think they make some great stuff!

stocked up on UC protective moisturiser, and bought the UC treatment gel.

I got my Tromborg Calandula facial spritz and Face and Body Shine today!!! Yay!!!

What do you think of the Face and Body Shine? I got it too and am not convinced... made a big order two weeks ago and got:

Tromborg F&B Shine
Tromborg Ginger Shower Gel
Tromborg Mineral Foundation
3x Cake Shower Mousses and Body Creams
3 x Pout lipglosses
Pout lip plumper - I LOVE this it makes my lips tingle and feel so good!
Pout shimmer
Pout lip and cheek stain
Joey coconut body lotion
Joey hand cream
Joey eye make-up remover
A nice bubble bath - can't remember the brand. In a beautiful bottle

Can't remember what else but there were a few other little things

What do you think of the Face and Body Shine? I got it too and am not convinced... made a big order two weeks ago and got:

Tromborg F&B Shine
Tromborg Ginger Shower Gel
Tromborg Mineral Foundation
3x Cake Shower Mousses and Body Creams
3 x Pout lipglosses
Pout lip plumper - I LOVE this it makes my lips tingle and feel so good!
Pout shimmer
Pout lip and cheek stain
Joey coconut body lotion
Joey hand cream
Joey eye make-up remover
A nice bubble bath - can't remember the brand. In a beautiful bottle

Can't remember what else but there were a few other little things

What a shop Celestefay! :penguin::penguin: I just tried the Face and body shine, first on my hand to see it and then on my face around my brow area, but it doesn't seem to highlight like I thought it would? I am surprised because none of her other products have let me down, if anything I have found the opposite. So I'm a bit dispointed with this, but will continue to experiment with it. What do you think of the Mineral Foundation? I'm tempted to buy this product also :redcheeks:

Yeah it was a big shop. Ooops.

I found the same thing - was really disappointed, and the gel in the bottle is a bit 'eeew' looking, although I do like the look of the 'beads' in there. I would definitely go the Ultraceuticals mineral foundation over the Tromborg one. Definitely. It provides a better coverage I think.

Yeah it was a big shop. Ooops.

I found the same thing - was really disappointed, and the gel in the bottle is a bit 'eeew' looking, although I do like the look of the 'beads' in there. I would definitely go the Ultraceuticals mineral foundation over the Tromborg one. Definitely. It provides a better coverage I think.

Thanks for that, I love the U/C one too! So I think I'll stick with that. I like the look of the beads too, but it looks a lot more "sloppy" in there than I thought it would...

I know i have posed this somewhere but I am soo excitied about them

Today I got my Adore order and soo quickly!! :hugs::waving::glee::worship:

Alpha H Triple Action Cleanser
Alpha H Liquid Gold GWP
Alpha H Balancing Moisturiser

Wooo!! Cant wait!!--->:penguin::penguin::penguin:

have just ordered:

Alpha H micro cleanse & harmony infusion
Decleor harmonie gentle soothing cream

can't wait to try these!

have just ordered:

Alpha H micro cleanse & harmony infusion
Decleor harmonie gentle soothing cream

can't wait to try these!

Hi and welcome to the forum ladyver! Be sure to post your reviews, particularly the Decleor!:waving:

Welcome ladyver! We love new friends! :clapping:

think i might to get a new shizen lip hydrating serum soon. it was a new bottle and i didnt screw it tightly and i hit it over cos i was rushing to work!

i was really upset and it was a new bottle.. SIGH

think i might to get a new shizen lip hydrating serum soon. it was a new bottle and i didnt screw it tightly and i hit it over cos i was rushing to work!

i was really upset and it was a new bottle.. SIGH


god i hate that when it happens so sad
i nearly lost my ESTS the other day , nearly had a heart attack

Well, i didn't purchase anything but my Mum and Dad got back from Melbourne and as a gift they got me a Jurlique toner/spray thing. It's got lavender, rose and geranium in it and it smells lovely. Perfect for just before bed.

Oh Lovegreys I feel your pain honey. I lost a brand new bottle of Ole Henriksen Truth serum ($90) because the lid wasn't screwed on. My serum bag drank it all up:explode:

I was livid at the time but it has made me a lot more careful with my products now. I keep all my serums in a box standing up now instead of laying down in a bag!

Thank you for the welcomes Luisa and raspberryberet!!! i think i have become an addict already hehe :typing:

will do a review on the decleor cream & thanks for the tip to check out the old thread on toners Luisa

Oh Lovegreys I feel your pain honey. I lost a brand new bottle of Ole Henriksen Truth serum ($90) because the lid wasn't screwed on. My serum bag drank it all up:explode:

I was livid at the time but it has made me a lot more careful with my products now. I keep all my serums in a box standing up now instead of laying down in a bag!

OUCH pcp! thanks for ur msg fusspot.

yes, i need to find more space for my clutter :)

I knocked over my Trilogy Rosehip oil the other day, the boy heard screams from the bedroom thinking id hurt myself he came running down. :chuckle:

Luckily only lost about 1/5th of the bottle..phew!

I knocked over my Trilogy Rosehip oil the other day, the boy heard screams from the bedroom thinking id hurt myself he came running down. :chuckle:

Luckily only lost about 1/5th of the bottle..phew!

Lucky!!

I just re-purchased...

Ultraceuticals Even Skin Tone Serum
Ultraceuticals Ultra Active Clear Skin tabs

:)

I just re-purchased...

Ultraceuticals Even Skin Tone Serum
Ultraceuticals Ultra Active Clear Skin tabs

:)

What are the tabs like Jaime? :)

I have really sensative oily skin. I find the only clenser that works is Clean and Clear- the blue bottle.
I bought some today!


-------

What are the tabs like Jaime? :)

I think they are good. I thought at first they might be a crock because most tabs I take for my skin didn't work, but I truely think these help keep breakouts at bay.
You can't take them though if you are preggers or contemplating falling pregnant....

I think they are good. I thought at first they might be a crock because most tabs I take for my skin didn't work, but I truely think these help keep breakouts at bay.
You can't take them though if you are preggers or contemplating falling pregnant....

Thanks Jaime :) How much are they?

You are welcome. They are $29.95. :) Adore sell them..

http://www.adorebeauty.com.au/adorebeauty/viewitem.asp?idproduct=5246

You are welcome. They are $29.95. :) Adore sell them..

http://www.adorebeauty.com.au/adorebeauty/viewitem.asp?idproduct=5246

Thanks - that's a pretty good price (i'm on my pre-wedding perfect skin quest, hehe)

Ok this isnt something I just purchased but I just opened a new toner from biotherm today (was trying to use up my old one before opening this one) and I love it! Its a mattifying toner for oily skin and its great! Its called Biopor. I think Im gona love this during summer when I just want to get rid of sweat during the day and kill shine. Leaves your skin nice and soft too.

I know this is a bit off beat but I had a bit of a dnetal hygene binge today

I bought:

a new toothbrush
Colgate professional Clean toothpaste
Listerine the dark blue one (I love a powerful minty freshness)
Dental Floss
and Listerine whitening pre wash

and all coz i felt I had really bad breath and needed a freshen up :chuckle::shakehead::rollthoseeyes::whipcrack:

I know this is a bit off beat but I had a bit of a dnetal hygene binge today

I bought:

a new toothbrush
Colgate professional Clean toothpaste
Listerine the dark blue one (I love a powerful minty freshness)
Dental Floss
and Listerine whitening pre wash

and all coz i felt I had really bad breath and needed a freshen up :chuckle::shakehead::rollthoseeyes::whipcrack:

Woo!! I love dental hygeine too. I'm a bit of a "Little Miss Listerine" - I brush after every meal, floss religiously, and I love me a good mouthwash!

alpha h liquid gold

akin eye gel (day time version)

Just ordered MG light from adore.

Just got some Little Twig products for my sister's new bub. They were on clearance at 50% off too! :glee:

Baby Powder - talc free
Diaper Cream
Baby oil in Lavender, Lemon, Tea Tree
Body Milk in Lavender, Lemon, Tea Tree

They are lovely products, I'm tempted to get some more of the body milk for myself. Pity they didn't have the body wash or bubble bath as I rate these highly too.

I bought from Adore the Dermadoctor Teasezone mattifying primer yesterday.

From adore alpha h active pack and hydra nutrience

I bit the bullet and ordered the Alpha-h Delicate kit. Can't wait to try it!

At the last minute I added Alpha-H Purifying Clay Mask to my Adore order, with the teasezine oil control primer. Cannot wait!

Wow, bit of interest in Alpha H at the moment!

At the last minute I added Alpha-H Purifying Clay Mask to my Adore order, with the teasezine oil control primer. Cannot wait!

Look forward to your review of the tease zone primer Sapphy. Been meaning to check this out.

At the last minute I added Alpha-H Purifying Clay Mask to my Adore order, with the teasezine oil control primer. Cannot wait!

Saph, I have also been meaning to try this mask so I await your review.

I will keep you all informed lovelies :)

So yesterday I got a couple of things from the new Beauty & the bees store in Hobart.

* The Honey & Coconut Oil Moisture Cream Facial Cleansing Bar - I was a bit sceptical when I purchased this as I am not really a fan of the old bar (soap slab) cleansers. I have tried many sorts of the years including Dermalogica, clinique etc and I just don't like the bars.

However I used it last night and then again this morning and my skin feels amazing. This bar is unscented, moisturising, (they have a different one for those with oily skin), gentle and creamy and 100% free from synthetic chemicals. It only cost $9.95 for a very large slab. I cut mine in half to keep the other half fresh.

The thing that has most impressed me about this Beauty & the bees bar is that it is actuallr really creamy and my skin felt so incredibly clean and soft after I used it!

I also got the Rosewater Flowerpetal Toning Mist - It smells gorgeous! Very similar to the Jurlique Pure Rose Water freshener I think.

Sounds fab PCC! Looks like another thing on the list!

Yesterday I "bought" myself another Dr.Hauschka Cleansing Cream. True love lasts a lifetime....

Yesterday I "bought" myself another Dr.Hauschka Cleansing Cream. True love lasts a lifetime....

LOL, literally every time I read "Dr Haushka", I feel overcome with the compulsion to say it out loud in a thick Russian Bond-villain type voice.

"Dr Haushka....how nice of you to come."

LOL, literally every time I read "Dr Haushka", I feel overcome with the compulsion to say it out loud in a thick Russian Bond-villain type voice.

"Dr Haushka....how nice of you to come."

:chuckle::chuckle: That's so funny!!!

Hahahaha I do that too :chuckle:

All that laughter reminded me that I'm out of the Dr. H cleansing cream, so I just ordered meself some!!!

So yesterday I got a couple of things from the new Beauty & the bees store in Hobart.

* The Honey & Coconut Oil Moisture Cream Facial Cleansing Bar - I was a bit sceptical when I purchased this as I am not really a fan of the old bar (soap slab) cleansers. I have tried many sorts of the years including Dermalogica, clinique etc and I just don't like the bars.

However I used it last night and then again this morning and my skin feels amazing. This bar is unscented, moisturising, (they have a different one for those with oily skin), gentle and creamy and 100% free from synthetic chemicals. It only cost $9.95 for a very large slab. I cut mine in half to keep the other half fresh.

The thing that has most impressed me about this Beauty & the bees bar is that it is actuallr really creamy and my skin felt so incredibly clean and soft after I used it!

I also got the Rosewater Flowerpetal Toning Mist - It smells gorgeous! Very similar to the Jurlique Pure Rose Water freshener I think.

Miss PCC, is it my imagination or have you been extra zealous with your shopping lately??

The green eye cream. Garnier? I dunno, the same one as my facial moituriser. Feeling a tad 'eh!' right now, kinda ate too much. Teach me to make nachoes.

The green eye cream. Garnier? I dunno, the same one as my facial moituriser. Feeling a tad 'eh!' right now, kinda ate too much. Teach me to make nachoes.

Rosie, how is hubby's birthday?

Rosie, how is hubby's birthday?

Went well, everyone ate too much, I am stonkered, but he had a great time. Thanks for thinking of us :hugs:

Miss PCC, is it my imagination or have you been extra zealous with your shopping lately??

Sapphy I have been a maniac (hence the shopping diet)! I am tempted to put a photo of myself in all the shops that I frequent saing "do not let this lunatic in this shop"!

Sapphy I have been a maniac (hence the shopping diet)! I am tempted to put a photo of myself in all the shops that I frequent saing "do not let this lunatic in this shop"!

But you are the shop owner's dream! They will have their detectives and sniffer-dogs out there trying to track you down and lure you into their beautiful, tempting lairs!

But you are the shop owner's dream! They will have their detectives and sniffer-dogs out there trying to track you down and lure you into their beautiful, tempting lairs!

:redcheeks::chuckle:Yesterday the manager at The Body Shop said that sales were well up this month because of all that I had spent in there! Geeze!! I don't think she liked it when I told her about my shopping diet but I stil spent $50 in there anyway! I am hopeless!

:redcheeks::chuckle:Yesterday the manager at The Body Shop said that sales were well up this month because of all that I had spent in there! Geeze!! I don't think she liked it when I told her about my shopping diet but I stil spent $50 in there anyway! I am hopeless!

:chuckle:

I have deviated from my diet :redcheeks::shakehead:

I bought:
Estee Lauder Daywear Plus tinted moisturiser
Estee Lauder GWP : Perfectly clean foaming cleanser, Furtue Perfect moisturiser, Lipstick, blush in Nude Rose, Advanced night repair, Pure White Linen Fragrance
Clarins Hydration starter kit: Foaming Cleanser, Gentiane toner, Hydration Cream, Eye gel i think there is suposed to be a hydration serum but i didnt get one :(
Body Lift Cream
Clarins Energising GWP: Eau Dynamisante, Beauty Flash, Enerising Morning cream, Gentle Peel i think something else too cant rememeber

Good girl TBA!!
Eau Dynamisante is on my list so you must tell me how you enjoy it! A good summer frag I reckon.

Good girl TBA!!
Eau Dynamisante is on my list so you must tell me how you enjoy it! A good summer frag I reckon.

Eau Dynamisante is gorgeous for summer, lovely and fresh! I have had a bottle intermittently for 20 years!

I have deviated from my diet :redcheeks::shakehead:

I bought:
Estee Lauder Daywear Plus tinted moisturiser
Estee Lauder GWP : Perfectly clean foaming cleanser, Furtue Perfect moisturiser, Lipstick, blush in Nude Rose, Advanced night repair, Pure White Linen Fragrance
Clarins Hydration starter kit: Foaming Cleanser, Gentiane toner, Hydration Cream, Eye gel i think there is suposed to be a hydration serum but i didnt get one :(
Body Lift Cream
Clarins Energising GWP: Eau Dynamisante, Beauty Flash, Enerising Morning cream, Gentle Peel i think something else too cant rememeber

You are dieting too TBA? That's three of us!

i pre-ordered the new UC diminish stuff

I was naughty and bought UC C-10 serum and Chanel Chance... it is my fave and I finished my last bottle!

Eau Dynamisante is gorgeous for summer, lovely and fresh! I have had a bottle intermittently for 20 years!

I got my order of this today, and I love it already!!!

Today :redcheeks: I ordered from Adore the Clarins Normalising Mask, Purifying Gel and Ultra Matte Day concentrate, can't wait to try!!

Today at the supermarket I got:

J&J Clean & Clear Oxygenating Facial Scrub - a replacement for the one I killed off this morning
Redwin Sorbolene Gentle Facial Scrub - to try

A grand total of $16. I :hearts: my J&J, but my skin has been a bit dry this week, and the Redwin seems to have a creamier formulation.

The dryness is environmental, humidity is at 70%+ this week - before it rains, and my hair is all dry and snarly as well.

Today at the supermarket I got:Redwin Sorbolene Gentle Facial Scrub - to try.

I forgot about this one - Rosie it is great. Granular which I don't normally like but they are so fine, and it is in a creamy, non-foaming base. I must buy it again.

I forgot about this one - Rosie it is great. Granular which I don't normally like but they are so fine, and it is in a creamy, non-foaming base. I must buy it again.


Yeah, I just used it in the shower, and my skin is lovely and soft, no dryness at all. Might have to use this for a few months, and just have the J&J for summer/facial nights.

Today I caved in and bought the first ever skin care product froma pharmacy/supermarket since i was 17 :redcheeks::whistle::chuckle:

Biore self heating deep cleansing mask
Biore nose and chin pore strips

I must admit I love the mask. It smells devine and the heating effect is kinda funky, gorgeous smooth texture too. I dont know if i felt cleaner afterward but it was nice.

Pore strips just hurt. I got soo much stuf ffrom my nose. Even after all my Liquid gold and ESTS i still get gunk out. HOW DOES THAT WORK!! I dont get it!! Note to self: dont not use Liquid gold after a pore strips....its evil..the stings that is.:shakehead::whistle::chuckle:

Pore strips just hurt. I got soo much stuf ffrom my nose. Even after all my Liquid gold and ESTS i still get gunk out. HOW DOES THAT WORK!! I dont get it!! Note to self: dont not use Liquid gold after a pore strips....its evil..the stings that is.:shakehead::whistle::chuckle:
I know! I was the same. I was astonished how many blackheads came out.

Tonight I bought a couple of things from Kiehl's - the Rare Earth Facial Cleansing Masque and Blue Herbal Spot Treatment. Trying shortly so shall report back!

i got another tube of the Dr H cleanser

hey i did the biore strips last night & got nadda ?????

i got another tube of the Dr H cleanser

hey i did the biore strips last night & got nadda ?????

Fusspot was the strip really dry? The strip need to set almost rock hard before you peel it off. I remember the box saying that you could moisten it to reduce the pain but this renders it totally ineffective and a complete waste of time!