| BeautyHeaven | TOP 100 | Beauty Products of All Time | My Picks |

Beauty Heaven recently released the Beauty Heaven | Top 100 Beauty Products of ALL Time 2014 |

Today's post features my TOP 20 beauty product picks from this years list.

Have you heard of Beauty Heaven before? 

Here's what you need to know. If you are a lover of all things beauty then Beauty Heaven is for you!  Beauty Heaven is Australia's biggest beauty database. It's the place for Australian beauty news, reviews, and a supportive beauty-loving community. I discovered Beauty Heaven when searching for a beauty product online & I've been a member ever since.

Beauty Heaven release a top 100 list every year based upon the rankings of products with the most reviews (submitted to beautyheaven ). Here are my top 20 favourites featured.

100: Batiste Blush Dry Shampoo

94: Benefit They’re Real Mascara

89: TRESemmé Heat Tamer 

82: NIVEA Body In-Shower  Rich Body Lotion

  72:Cutex Polish Remover

70: Rimmel Matte Powder 

44: Revlon ColorStay Makeup

38: Revlon Color Lip Butter

37: MAC Lipstick

33: Revlon ColorStay Whipped 

30: Benefit POREfessional

26: Estée Lauder Double Wear 

23: A’Kin Rosehip Oil

18: Maybelline Eyeliner

17: Revlon Just Bitten  Kissable Balm Stain

7: Maybelline Color Tattoo

5: GHD IV Styler

3: MAC Eye Shadow

2: Advanced Night Repair 

Number 1: Juicy Couture Viva La Juicy

"Viva La Juicy is a delightful fresh gourmand scent that opens with crisp notes of mandarin and wild berries, which give way to floral mid notes of honeysuckle, jasmine petals and gardenia, followed by lingering dry base notes of amber, caramel woods, vanilla, sandalwood and praline. Just gorgeous."

What are your thoughts on the beautyheaven TOP 100? 

Are you surprised a perfume stole the No.1 spot?

Beauty Heaven rank the most-reviewed products of more than 14,000 featured on their site in order of star rating* to come up with a definitive list of the 100 Holy Grail products every woman should try in her lifetime. 

Are your favourites featured on this years list?

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| Romantic Spring Wedding Look | Top 3 Tips To Achieve Stay-All-Day Makeup |

When I think of makeup with staying power I look for keywords on packaging like "long-lasting" "matte" "oil-free" "15 hour wear" and so on. If an event is outside it's important to incorporate an SPF into your routine. Be it applied as a pre-makeup moisturiser, or my favourite, in your liquid makeup! Anything to save some time!

This past weekend I attended my cousins wedding. It has been quite some time since I've been to a wedding. After planning an outfit, I was left thinking 'What makeup should I wear?' It was going to be a long day of driving to & from the venue (3-4 hours), the ceremony, and a reception. I knew I needed makeup that would last ALL day long!

The products pictured below are my essentials for a matte, yet luminous makeup look. Perfect for long wear, amped up feminine lashes, and a neutral toned lip. 

Are some of your makeup favourites featured?

Products used for a Romantic Spring Wedding Makeup Look:

                               ♡ *BENEFIT The POREfessional Skin Primer

                               ♡ *Illamasqua Skin Base Mixer 'White'

                               ♡ Estee Lauder Double Wear Stay-in-Place Makeup SPF10 'Desert Beige'

                               ♡ Maybelline New York Instant Age Rewind Eraser Dark Circle Treatment Concealer 'Light'

                               ♡ Maybelline New York Super Stay 24 hr Waterproof Powder 'Sand'

                               ♡ Bourjois Paris Bronzing Powder & Highlighter 

                               ♡ The Balm Mary-Lou Manizer AKA 'The Luminizer'

                               ♡ *ELES Mineral Blush 'Coral Sun'

                               ♡ Maybelline New York 24hr Color Tattoo Metal 'Barely Branded' 

                               ♡ Urban Decay Originall Naked Palette 'Sin' / 'Naked' / 'Toasted'

                               ♡ Maybelline New York Master Precise Liquid Liner 'Black'

                               ♡ *Benefit They're REAL Mascara

                               ♡ Eylure Katy Perry LASHES 'Oh Honey!'

                               ♡ *Benefit Gimme Brow 'Light Medium'

                               ♡ Revlon Colorburst Balm 'Provocateur' (red) & 'Honey' (nude pink).

TOP 3 TIPS TO ACHIEVE STAY-ALL-DAY MAKEUP

#1: PREP YOUR SKIN

Day to day I don't use a primer, this just means my make-up will only stay flawless & fresh for a limited amount of time. BUT if I need stay-all-day makeup - primer is key! A primer basically works like a barrier for your skin, it smoothes your complexion and fills in any visible pores & lines. Primer creates the optimum base for a make-up look! The primer barrier ensures your make-up doesn’t slip & slide throughout the day. Pairing a primer with a long-lasting foundation and you’re guaranteed impeccable coverage that will last.

Try: Benefit's POREfessional Primer teamed with Estee Lauder's Double-Wear Stay in Place Makeup with SPF.

#2: POWDER IS YOUR BEST FRIEND

I have skin that tends to get oily through the day, especially if outdoors. It's frustrating to see time you spent on your makeup look wasted when oil shifts your makeup. Using a lightweight face powder will set your make-up and help to absorb excess oil, leaving you with a shine-free and long-lasting finish. 

Try: Maybelline New York SuperStay 24hr Waterproof Powder.

#3: OPT FOR A LIP STAIN

I know many lip products say they are 'stay-all-day products' but in most cases this just isn't possible. Instead, opt for a lip-staining product that will ensure colour throughout your day /night. Lip stains help safeguard lip colour from fading through eating, drinking and avoiding the dreaded lip marks left upon the cheeks of friends & family. 

Try: Revlon's Just Bitten Kissable Balm Stain. It come in 3 finishes and a HUGE array of colours for every look you need.

How do you ensure your make-up stays put all day?

The wedding ceremony venue was breathtaking. It was held along the riverbank of the beautiful Murray River in South Australia. A stunning cliff backdrop, millions of years in the making. As the sun set the cliffs turned to a bright orange hue. A truly magical day! 

What would be your ideal Spring Makeup Look?

Talk to me in the comments section below!

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| Benefit Brow Bar | My Eyebrow Makeover Experience | Before & After |

Okay ladies, important issue - let's talk brows! 

We all know that your eyebrows help frame the face and can change your beauty look.

Too much or too little hair? Sparseness? Bald patches? Bushy? Too dark? Too light?

Everybody is unique & beautiful.

This is me. My face is without any eyebrow products.

For years I have been self conscious of my brows. I never thought I would be sharing this photograph with you. Personally, I feel just that "little bit naked" without using some kind brow products before leaving the house. I know this may sound silly to some.

Please tell me I am not the only one?

Don't get me wrong, I'm not going to fuss with brow powders or pencils if I am going out for a walk. BUT my everyday beauty routine does include some staple brow products that I love. Therefore, I was beyond excited to experience a Benefit brow makeover at the NEW Benefit Brow Bar in Myer, Adelaide City & I am taking you along with me.

If you have not yet checked out the NEW Benefit counter in Myer Adelaide City you can read my blogpost and see more photos from the launch night HERE.

After speaking with the girls from Benefit, they are loving their new digs and have been run off their feet, transforming the brows of Adelaide ladies from now to WOW! I was offered the opportunity to experience a brow makeover as a part of the Benefit Brow bar launch and I am impressed with the results. 

Once arriving at Benefit I was taken through to the rear of the Benefit counter - where all the beauty services take place. There are 4 waxing stations available, with the capability of serving 8 clients at a time. Impressive! Brow Bar price lists are clearly visible on BIG boards and illuminated signs. I love this! Everything is open and upfront :)

                           

The first step in eyebrow tint prep is to remove any existing products from your brow. I went in with minimal product on my brow to make it easier. Myself and my Benefit Brow Artist then discussed my optimal brow look. I wanted to maintain a strong arch yet add fullness & length to my eyebrows.

I believe my main brow issues are sparseness, colour (I have light ash blonde brows) & therefore a lack of definition. After consultation with my Brow Artist we were confident on achieving a beautiful Benefit brow makeover. YAY!

NOW for the fun part :D

The tint is applied to my eyebrows - don't I look pretty? A soothing Benefit eye mask was placed under my eyes and it felt amazing. Then an application of vaseline was put around my eyebrows to prevent any skin staining. After about 5 minutes the tint is removed by wiping with a moistened cotton round. 

My tint done, my brows were then waxed and plucked to perfection. I experienced slight redness from the waxing but this was quickly fixed with some Benefit Fake Up Concealer and powder. 

I loved my first Benefit Brow Bar experience and I was amazed at how a eyebrow tint & wax can achieve a fuller brow look with definition.  

Here is the finished result! :)

Just 3 weeks on and my brows are still looking great! I have only plucked a few stray hairs since my Benefit brow bar makeover. I am very happy with the outcome and would recommend ALL to visit Benefit and see the results for yourself. 

Thank you for my brow makeover Benefit!

Lastly, as promised here is a look at what featured in my Benefit 'goodie bag' from the Benefit Launch night.

What is your eyebrow routine?

Tell me in the comments section below.

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| BENEFIT | Brow Bar Opening Night | Myer Adelaide City |

It is finally here! Adelaide NOW has its very own Benefit Brow Bar in Myer, Adelaide City!

I was lucky enough to receive an invite to the Benefit Brow Bar opening night & it did not disappoint. 

Come along with me on the night and see Benefit's new digs here in Adelaide. Welcome Benefit!

  

Photo credit : Benefit Australia

Beautiful cupcakes were in abundance. Well done Benefit, you know the way to a girls heart :)

I enjoyed a fun pink cupcake filled evening chatting all things beauty with the girls from Benefit. 

Below, a picture of some of the Adelaide beauty, fashion, and lifestyle blogger ladies in attendance. All smiles :)

  

L-R: Myself, Sarah A Beautiful Story, Susan Fashion Adventurer, & Ammy Ammyranth

Fellow blogger Monnie looking stunning whilst having her makeup applied by beautiful Miss Kitty, Myer Benefit Counter Manager and Adelaide beauty blogger extraordinaire (I am loving Kitty's mermaid-esqe blue hair).

Photo credit: Benefit Australia

I have heard much about Benefit Brow bars from friends and interstate beauty bloggers and was interested to learn more. The hallmark of the evening was an insightful brow makeover by brow artist Jess. Jess gave us the best tips to achieve the perfect brow.

In the photos below you will see the process of a Benefit brow makeover, taking you from now to WOW! :)

STEP 1: First step is to measure where the eyebrow starts, deciding where the arch should be, and deciding where the eyebrow ends. These measurements are key to shaping the perfect brows for you individually.

STEP 2: Tinting the brows. After deciding which colour most compliments your complexion & hair colouring, a tint is mixed and applied. Tints usually last 2-3 weeks.

STEP 3: Once the brows have been tinted they are then waxed and tweezed to your desired shape. The 3 step process is quick (approx 20 minutes) & could easily be completed during your lunch break. Benefit makes brows easy!

Below - Jess can be seen applying the brow tint to Rachel's brows. The achieved brow look was beautiful on Rachel. A small amount of Benefit brow powder was used to subtly extend the tail of the brow. It's amazing how a manicured brow can contribute to a more polished appearance.

  

Photo credit: Benefit Australia

At the end of the evening Benefit kindly gifted attendees with a gorgeous 'goodie-bag' full of Benefit products to try & an invite to experience our very own Benefit Brow Makeover. I have already enjoyed my Benefit brow make over and can't wait to share it with you!

Thank you to the amazing Benefit team who are always so much fun!

 I wish you all the best at your fabulous new Adelaide counter. 

Photo credit: Benefit Australia

L-R: Jen | Steph | myself | Mayanthi | Amy.

Thank you for joining me at the Benefit Brow bar launch night. I hope you will pop into Benefit Myer Adelaide City counter to have a play with the beautiful products and meet the gorgeous & welcoming Benefit girls. 

My NEXT post will feature my Benefit Brow Bar experience as well as a look at what was in my Benefit 'goodie bag' :)

Have you visited the Benefit Brow Bar at Myer in Adelaide's CBD yet?

What are your favourite products from Benefit?

x.k

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Disclosure: All views are honest and 100% my own. I did receive a complimentary invitation to this event and product samples as gifts for attending. I did not receive monetary compensation to attend the event / mention 'gifted' products, nor publish this post. Thank you.