| LUSH | Grand Re-Opening Launch Night |

A few weeks back I attended the grand re-opening launch of Adelaide's one and only LUSH store in Rundle Mall. 

The newly kitted out LUSH store is beautiful and full to the brim with lust-worthy LUSH treats for all. 

Hands up who loves LUSH!

Showcasing some delicious lip-licking LUSH lip scrubs. Mint Julips, Popcorn, Bubblegum,  all smelt divine.

After braving what seemed an eternity on a chilly wintery Friday night in Adelaide. 

LUSH lovers waited patiently to see the NEW LUSH store. 

The event began at 5pm but by 4:30pm the line was snaking all the way down Rundle Mall. 

Unfortunately, I missed some of the fun festivities like cupcakes (noooo!), drink refreshments and products demo's. 

Thankfully, I had company whilst waiting as many fellow beauty bloggers arrived in line. Thank you ladies!

Upon entering the store vivid colours and delicious scents filled my senses.  

I could see how the store had been renovated with practical display shelves high up the walls - it was fully stocked with LUSH!

The store was packed full of customers so it was quite hard to get pictures for you!

I was interested to see LUSH's makeup products in a beautifully colourful display. I have never tried makeup from LUSH but was impressed with selections on offer, including cream shadows, liquid eyeliners, mascara and lipsticks.

The gorgeous display in the centre of the shop. The LUSH Coalface hard cleanser is tempting to my eye.

 

Above: Ayla showing off the LUSH Cupcake Face Mask. 

Chocolate lovers beware, it looks good enough to eat, sadly it is not. :(

The new LUSH Rundle Mall store NOW boasts an ice chilled chest to keep the face masks fresh. Cool!

Here, Ayla demonstrates the soothing and hydrating LUSH Catastrophe Cosmetic Face Mask on Zhahara and my hands. 

Our hands were super-soft upon removing the mask. I wanted to slather it all over my face.

Colourful LUSH Bath Bombs were towering high at the Rundle Mall store re-launch. 

The first 100 LUSH customers on the night received a sweet little goodie bag featuring 3 LUSH products. 

Popcorn Lip Scrub (it is amazing and edible), Whip Stick Lip Balm and Sparkle Toothy Tabs. 

The LUSH crew were so friendly and generous. 

Thank you!

When I hear the word LUSH I immediately think bath time! What is your favourite LUSH products to use :) 

I would love your recommendations.

Will you be stopping by to check out Rundle Mall's re-vamped LUSH store?

x.k

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Disclosure: All views are honest and 100% my own. I did receive a complimentary small LUSH 'goodie bag' that was distributed to the first 100 customers on the night. I did not receive monetary compensation to publish this post. Thank you. See my Disclosure Policy for more information.

| 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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| Kosmea 'Rose Hand Cream' | Media Launch Event |

Last Wednesday evening I was invited, along with fellow Adelaide beauty / lifestyle / fashion bloggers and media, to the launch of the NEW Kosmea Rose Hand Cream. The beautiful event was held at Kosmea HQ right here in Adelaide, South Australia. On the night I was interested to learn that Kosmea are stocked in over 1,700 stores throughout Australia and in 7 countries! What a fantastic accomplishment. I love supporting local SA products in all forms!

    

The evening was hosted by Olivia Jenkins, author of the 'Clear Skin Project' and daughter of Marie Jenkins, Kosmea Company Founder and Business Manager at Kosmea Australia. It was an inspiration and pleasure to hear from Olivia about Kosmea, their products releases for 2014, & idea behind launching the NEW Kosmea Rose Hand Cream.

"The Kosmea Rose Hand Cream has been formulate to protect and nourish, leaving hands soft and youthful"  -Kosmea Australia

Upon entering Kosmea HQ I was immediately veiled with the scent of roses & immersed in a sea of pink hues. The room was filled with excitedly chatting bloggers, and this was just a taste of what was to come of a beautiful evening.

To celebrate the launch of the Kosmea Rose Hand Cream, we were treated to champagne and delicious treats. As soon as I lay eyes upon the delicate pink cupcakes I knew one (or two) had to be mine :) 

A photo of some of the beautiful ABBM 'Adelaide Beauty Blogger Meet' ladies enjoying the Kosmea Rose Hand Cream Media Launch. It was such a fun evening of chatting and catching up with these lovely ladies again :)

L-R: Makhala Makhalas Beauty, Zhahara Azhian Beauty, Amy Bottled Beauty, Sarah A Beautiful Story, Kate Seduced By Beauty & myself, Kristal :D The stunning Ammy can be seen taking a sneaky selfie :)

Photo courtesy of Kate from Seduced By Beauty

How about just one more rose cupcake?

 

Kosmea kindly sent us happily home with a 'goodie bag' containing their Facial Cleansing Wipes, the Rose Hand Cream, and an exquisite flavoured tea from Pukka (I am sipping it as I write this post).

NOW if you are new to Kosmea products of just want to be well informed. Here are the main reasons that I love Kosmea and their product range:

♡ NO mineral oils

♡ NO artificial colours

♡ NO petrochemicals

♡ NO artificial fragrances

♡ NO sodium lauryl sulphate

♡ NO animal ingredients

♡ NOT tested on animals

♡ Recyclable packaging

Even though we were able to trial the Rose Hand Cream at the event, it has been a pleasure to trial it at home - with daily applications. The skin enriching oils of rose hip, jojoba, and olive oil help to hydrate and replenish my skin, whilst the aloe vera, vitamin E & white tea extract protect against the signs of ageing (i hope)!

So, after a weeks use, what are my initial thoughts of Kosmea's Rose Hand Cream?

• Delicate fresh rose aroma is calming and relaxing (I apply just before bed time)
• It is a very nourishing cream
• Sinks in to the skin almost immediately - no sticky / greasy residue 
• Gives a silky feel to hands after application and lasts for some time
• I feel good using the product as it has NO artificial perfumes. The rose scent is the REAL THING - Damascus Rose Flower Water with Rosewood Oil.
• Convenient size that easily fits into my handbag or on my bedside table. 

 

The Kosmea Rose Hand Cream retails for $19.95 50ml and is available at David Jones, Terry White Chemists, and selected pharmacies and health food stores.

To keep up to date with ALL things Kosmea you can find the Offical Kosmea Australia website HERE 

You can even buy direct online :) Very handy!

You can also follow Kosmea via their social media accounts:

Instagram - @KosmeaAustralia

Twitter - @Kosmea Australia  

Facebook - /KosmeaAustralia 

 

What hand cream are you currently using to keep your hands hydrated?

x.k

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