Empties & Update!

Hey guys!

Judging by my blogging absence, I've been slacking-BIG time!

I could give you a list of everything I do and complain about how busy I am..but who wants to hear excuses? Bottom line is, I love my blog and will stay committed to posting.

Okay, this is starting to sound like couples therapy. Without further adieu, my empties...

Body Shop Sweet Lemon Lip Butter: Won't repurchase, I found it tasted very sweet and didn't do anything out of the ordinary to moisturize my lips. That being said I don't regret using it.

Bumble&Bumble Seaweed Conditioner: Hefty price tag! The formulation and smell was lovely but I will most likely go for something cheaper next time. If you want to try something out from Bumble and Bumble, this might be a nice place to start.

Clinique Moisture Surge: I've raved about this before, and will always go back to it.

Mitchum Deodorant: HATED it! My friend concurs!

Crabree & Evelyn Jojoba Oil: I mostly used this during the summer. It was great for after sun. I would buy it again.

Pond's Facial Wipes: The best I've ever used. I couldn't find them last time I was at Shoppers and ended up getting the Nivea facial wipes but they pale in comparison.

Lush Cosmetic Warrior Face Mask: Yucky, I much preferred Brazened Honey. The smell of this product throws me off. If you don't mind garlic + tea tree + grapes + eggs you are a warrior and should give it a go. I won't repurchase.

Sephora Daily Makeup Brush Cleaner: I love this! I repurchased it about 2 weeks ago (I think?). Let me know if you want a separate review/demonstration.

Di Palomo Fig & Grape Shower Gel: This was heavenly and was included in my last favourites post.

I love how Empties Posts make me aware of everything I use. Sorry the photo didn't give a proper look at the packaging. 

Be Be Your Love - Rachael Yamagata

Dice - Finley Quaye

If Only - Fink

These are the songs I have on repeat! Please take a listen and let me know in the comments your favourite songs right now :) Or if you did an October Empties post leave me your links!

Here Comes a Break Out

Not sure if I've already complained to you about my acne scarring. No doubt I have. But I think it's completely fair, I never pick at my pimples yet every time I get one, it gradually goes away leaving a souvenir of our time together. This souvenir usually comes in the form of a reddish brown spot. Not raised off the skin, simply discolouration.


My naive self went to the Body Shop to try to get something to help them disappear. I purchased the Tea Tree Night Lotion.

"Lightweight lotion helps improve the appearance of marks caused by past blemishes."
I WANTED to like this product. First of all I love the minty, tea tree scent! The texture is smooth and feels cool on the skin. Don't even get me started on the packaging...the pump dispenses the perfect amount of product. The cap even gives a satisfying 'click' sound when you close it. Everything was going so well, until it broke me out.


I tried using it in different ways, at different times of year etc etc. Nothing worked, instead of improving my skin, it agitated it. I've never used a skin care product that irritated my skin more than this. It almost makes sense, when I looked at the list of ingredients they were all impossible to pronounce chemicals. I think this is where consumers need to be careful with companies that boast being 'au naturel', sometimes it's all talk. Ultimately I can't really pinpoint what exactly made me react so badly to this lotion, but I know to never use it again.


I suppose I've been sufficiently over-dramatic and complained plenty during this post. If you're still with me after reading this ramble give yourself a pat on the back. 
Have you tried this lotion or have any opinions on the tea tree range? I'd love to hear other opinions :)

Favorite Summer Lip Products

Hi everyone! It's been a while since my last post, and since then I've gained quite a few more followers *happy dance* so welcome to all the newcomers!


I find as the seasons change I look for different qualities in lip products. My lips are not as dry and therefore require less mositurization. Instead they need more sun protection, a waterproof formula and portable packaging! These three products are my top choices. I take them to the beach, cottage, pool, restaurant, work, wherever!

Sweet Lemon Lip Butter: Besides the fact that this comes in a pot (less hygienic) I really like this lip butter. The scent is sweet, just like lemonade. The texture is actually kind of granular and has exfoliating properties. I got this product from a friend so I don't know about the cost-but regardless I think it's worth a try.

Nivea Sun: Nothing is worse than getting a sunburn on your lips (ouch)! This has SPF 30 and does a fantastic job protecting your lips. The product itself reminds me of chalk, do you see what I mean? Thick, yellow tube? It is also waterproof and though it won't help with dry lips it in no way makes it worse. The one downside is that it does give off a yellowy-white colour, however this fades.

Carmex Lip Ointment: This is an old favourite that I use all year round. It has a strong smell and strong repairing abilities. My lips can literally be so chapped they are bleeding and this soothes and calms them. Never fails to impress me. The instructions say to apply no more than 3 to 4 times per day. I would agree with this, as impressive as the ointment is, the ingredients are strong. Can't just slab this on like you would a lip gloss!


What are some of your favourite summer lip products? Anything I need to try? Hope you're having a good start to July :)

Halloween Skincare

Hi everyone! I hope you had a happy halloween and are currently munching on some treats as you read this. My favorite treat is (and will forever be) Reese's peanut butter cups. I could snack on those all day!

Unfortunately all that sugar isn't great for our skin, if you are like me it can make you extra oily and break out :(

Here is a product that is great for battling oily skin as well as hydrating your dry areas!