Showing posts with label 2012. Show all posts

Friday, June 14

| Flashback Friday | ABBM Christmas Meet @ Violet's Hair with Paul Penders & EVO Haircare |

Hi everyone,

Can you believe we are halfway through 2013 already?! Eeeep!

I had been meaning to publish this post for quite some time but it kept getting pushed further onto the back-burner.

Thus, it is now a Flashback Friday post!

When I look back on 2012 it was a fantastic year of change and growth. I have met so many fantastic and inspiring people from blogging and I am amazed whenever I reflect upon this fact. So far, 2013 has brought many exciting opportunities for my confidence to grow, and to step out of my comfort zone. You never know what good might come from it! Carpe Diem and all that.....

At the Christmas ABBM Meet we were treated to a demonstration by Anna Lisa from Violet's Hair of the great products on offer by my FAVOURITE hair care line, EVO HAIR. We were also given an informative presentation by Calvin and Bee from natural skincare and cosmetics company Paul Penders who travelled all the way from Perth to visit us!

Come along with me to the December ABBM Adelaide Beauty Blogger Meet which was held at Violet's Hair in Adelaide's CBD.

FOOD. CHIT-CHAT. COMPETITIONS. PRIZES. SWATCHING. CUPCAKES. FESTIVE XMAS FUN!

| PHOTO HEAVY POST |

There is a fantastic range of EVO hair care products at Violet's Hair

I loved the vintage feel & look of Violet's Hair salon!

Here, Anna Lisa is styling blogger Monnie's hair. Creating volume with curls

I am new to the world of Paul Penders, but I am loving what I have tried so far!

Simple packaging and perfect for travel size product lovers

......all the pretty colours of the rainbow & MORE!

Something for everyone

MUA Kitty from Miss Kitty Charms applies a festive smokey gold eye look to Monnie from Vanilla Silence.Teamed with a dark lip it is very striking! Don't you think?

It's all about precision when applying a dark lipstick. Make sure you use a lip brush to prevent feathering.

5 Minute Makeup Challenge! I teamed up with my friend Kate from Seduced By Beauty for some makeup mayhem.

Here I am applying Kate's makeup using a range of products from Paul Penders. So much fun!

Kate's Look: Paul Penders Mineral Eyeshadow in 'Spring Glamour' a champagne coral to make her blue eyes pop! Paired with Raspberry lipstick which complemented her skin tone.

I had to put in my classic "derp" face. I think I am explaining to the judges Kate's look and the products I used from Paul Penders.

THE WINNERS! Bee, myself,& Kate with the lovely prize pack that we won courtesy of Paul Penders. We divided up the goodie bag between us.

Christmas Cracker Fun!

Miniature Oreo Cookie Cupcakes

Amazing night with happy smiles all around!

I had such a fantastic evening with Violet's Hair, Paul Penders, EVO and of course all the ABBM beauties!

What are your favourites things about Christmas time?

Mine would be decorating my home with Christmas cheer, gift-giving & over-indulging in chocolates!

Take care & love from my home to yours,

x. k

***ALL photo credits to Johanis (Official ABBM Photographer)

Friday, May 17

| Neutrogena Australia Facebook Sample Giveaway |

Hi everyone,

I discovered this exciting promotion from Neutrogena Australia on Facebook recently and wanted to share it with you. If you are like me and think everything is extra adorable in miniature form, then this sample giveaway is for YOU!

All you have to do it head on over to Neutrogena Australia's Facebook page, and hit LIKE. Go to Neutrogena Gifts - then along with the above products you can choose from a variety of discount vouchers to use when purchasing Neutrogena products at Priceline.

It is simple as that! Within a few days a cute little package arrived at my door.

What Neutrogena products do you get?

- Neutrogena Deep Clean Gentle Scrub (14ml)

-Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Wash pink grapefruit foaming scrub (14ml)

- Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Wash (14ml)

- Neutrogena Norwegian Formula Hand Cream (14g)

- Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch Suncreen Lotion (14ml)

I do quite a bit of travelling, and these sample sizes are perfect for short trips away.

I love to keep some hand cream in my handbag, especially in the cooler months. The mini Neutrogena Hand Cream is perfect for on the go application, as you only need a pea-sized amount.

Have you used any of these Neutrogena products? What did you think?

I am not sure how long the promotion will last, so get in quickly to claim your samples!

x.k

NOTE: this competition has now ENDED.

I hope you got your Neutrogena samples.

x.k

Tuesday, February 19

| Come with me - Instagram #10 |

Hi everyone,

Another little snippet into my days. Come with me!

♥ Tea Time - just call me the crazy teacup lady!

♥ Fruit salad in a teacup

♥ Big date hair

♥ Favourite polish- so glossy

♥ Quinoa / olive oil /lemon = perfection

♥ A night in

♥ Cane overload

♥ Picnicking in the park

♥ Tea & tart time

♥ Happy little Vegemite!

♥ Daily grind

♥ Favourite Yankee Candle - Vanilla Cupcake :)

What adventures have you been on lately? I would love to hear from you :)

Find me on Instagram: @profound_feline

x.k

Thursday, February 14

| ♡ Valentines Day ♡ 'Nail of the Day' featuring ESSIE 'Tie The Knot' & Chi Chi 'Glitteratti' |

Every February 14th, candy, flowers, and gifts are exchanged between loved ones, all in the name of St. Valentine. Therefore, with Valentines Day upon us the idea of a Valentines themed 'Nail of the Day' seemed like a perfect idea!

Here in Australia we are well into summer and with this I've been craving brighter colours on my nails. Instead of opting for my standard racy red I went with glitter polish! I am quite a lover of glitter polishes nowadays, only discovering this love in recent years.

On Valentines Day I will be wearing:

ESSIE 'Tie The Knot' & Chi Chi 'Glitteratti'

ESSIE 'Tie The Knot' is described as a 'pale and pretty buff colour'

I featured swatches of Essie's 'Tie The Knot' in a previous post, see here: Essie Nail Polish Haul + Swatches

Chi Chi 'Glitteratti' is a 'flat-hexagonal multi-coloured glitter polish with a subtle pink gloss'

Chi Chi 'Glitteratti' has quickly become a standout favourite in my glitter polish collection & my ESSIE collection holds a special place in my heart. Chi Chi nail polish retails for $12.95 AUD and Essie for 18.95 AUD.

Although both brands are more expensive than Rimmel or Essence for example, the quality and staying power speaks for itself. This manicure usually lasts a good 5-7 days before chipping (and that's without applying a top coat) Unbelievable?!
It's true!

Below is the picture that inspired this NOTD post. I posted this picture to my Instagram a few months back, and got some beautiful comments from you all. Thank you!

If you would like to take a look at my pictures or follow each other on Instagram, find me at: @profound_feline

What are you favourite glitter polishes on the market? I would love some of your recommendations!

I hope your Valentines Day is spent with that special someone. Even if it's a date with ♥ Ryan Gosling ♥ in 'The Notebook' with Mr Cadbury Chocolate as chaperon.

Happy Valentines Day!

♡ x.k

Monday, February 11

| January Photo A Day Challenge! |

Hi everyone,

I love doing photo-a-day challenges! How about you? I decided to do the 'January Photo A Day Challenge' created on Instagram by @fatmumslim :) I think they are always a lot of fun and it's also interesting to see how different people interpret the word cues. I hope you enjoy taking a browse through my January 2013 in photos!