Alexami Cosmetics Eco Beautique Opens @ Westfield Carindale

DRUM ROLL please…

Let me introduce you to the newest pop up in the new classy Westfield Carindale,

an Australian owned, Australian made

Botanicals based cosmetics that you really should look out for!

and the WINNER of 2014 Natural Beauty Award by Nature & Health for their 3 in 1 Pumpkin Enzyme Facial Polish

 

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ALEXAMI

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The brand is based on active botanicals and non-toxic, safe cosmetics. Not only it is good for you, it is also good for the environment. Their mission is simple, work with what mother nature gives us. To look and feel good, it has to come from inside and outside, this is where Alexami is there to educate, empower and engage women in looking after themselves… simply.

For those of you who have followed for these years, you would know that my philosophy is around the same page. Of the fact that “one of the things that make one happy.. is clear skin” and my other one “makeup for everyday women should still be you, just better.” To not compromise on quality and to not have to pay overpriced quality products… are something I always look forward to.

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This is a new concept boutique with all things eco friendly and amazingly designed wood cabinets and materials. Recycled and biodegradable materials were also used in their packaging and display stands. Hence the term …

“eco beautique”

If you happen to come by Westfield Carindale, do come by and check it out. There are some amazing specials going on at the moment during this holiday season.

I suggest starting with their skincare package deals

Basic Essentials Package

Or the ultimate essentials you need for your skin, which is

Ultimate Hydration Complete Package

At the moment, you can also get an extra free toner and free eva travel cosmetics pouch (which is super duper soft and amazing, to be honest with you).

Feel free to check out their website at www.alexami.com

Or email them directly at info@alexami.com

or visit the store at Westfield Carindale on level 1 (easiest way is to find The Coffee Club or Forever New and you would find the store).

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With love,

Blushfully

 

Disclaimer: This is not a sponsored post – I do from time to time, post “what’s new in brisbane” topics

Blushfully Eats “Bagels”

There’s something about bagel. I mean it, at least for me. Perhaps it’s the texture. Perhaps it’s the cute odd shape. Although, knowing me, it’s most likely be about the taste… and fascination.

Ingredipedia–Herb of the Day “Sage”

I thought I would start of with one of my favourite herb – the one herb that seems to be popping up constantly in the face products my skin seems to love.

Sage

Also known as Salvia officinalis

What’s in the name
The name ‘salvia’ and ‘sage’ are derived from the Latin salvere (to save).

Happy 100th Years, Bollywood!

Bollywood is a 100 years old this year! May I just say… Wow! For someone who grew up watching Bollywood films on tv, it holds a dear spot in my heart.

The term ‘Bollywood’ is actually not referring to the whole of Indian cinema. Rather, it is a Hindi-language film industry that is based in Mumbai (Bombay). Since it is the largest production there and one of the largest in the world, the term sticks around, as we all know it now. For example, you can get Gujarati cinema, Bengali cinema, Malayalam cinema, Punjabi cinema, Rajasthani, Telugu, Tamil, and many other.

I would like to take this time to just point out some of the best things out of Bollywood… The makeup, the styling, the fashion, and just the beauty! I find it inspiring and it is good to be aware of the different style of looks they often carry in comparison to the more Western looks. The intricacy, the details are just magnificent. I just love getting inspired from all around everywhere. Well, and who can leave out their catchy, oh-I’m-so-guilty of liking their randomness at bursting into songs and dance.

To inspire and be inspired…

Aishwarya Rai

Madhuri Dixit

Rani Mukherjee

Anushka Sharma

Sonam Kapoor

Asin Thottumkal

 

Happy 100th Years, Bollywood!

Warm wishes to many more successful years to come

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PS: Some of my favourite Bollywood movies that I would recommend you check out:

Bhaag Milkha Bhaag – a must watch!
Black – amazing! Inspired by Helen Keller story
Barfi, Jodha Akbar, Ghajini, Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi, Lagaan, 3 Idiots, Devdas

Ingredipedia

I thought I’d start a new series – and I am calling it “Ingredipedia” or “Ingredipedia Time”, still considering whether to include the “Time” word or not. The idea is to introduce, talk about, give you an idea of the ingredients that are probable to be used in a product. It is a combination of the words “ingredients” + “encyclopedia” hence the “ingredipedia”. Perhaps it’s the science/research self in me that inspired me but also just to share with you, knowledge that should be more readily provided instead of being hidden away.

I hope you'll join me in this new adventure. I am compiling ingredients all the time nowadays and to understand further the benefits/dangers of each ingredient. Some may be harder to find information on than some others. Along the way, I hope that we can give feedback to one another.

Most parts I am interested in the herbal/plants nutrients ingredients, though I would definitely include some of the other non-herbal ones just so we all could understand and learn from it all.

This will be a learning curve for me as well. I am someone who has to write it down or talk about it with others of like-minds for the information to stick. Oh and yes I do enjoy it if the information gets spread around, too.

Some ingredients that will pop up include (but not restricted to):

• niaouli
• sage, clary
• angelica
• calendula
• cinnamon
• bergamot
• acerola
• aloe vera
• tea (black, green, red, white, etc)
• avocado
• tocopherol
• allantoin
• geranium
• carrot
• coconut

and many more I have in mind!!

For each ingredient/herb, I will mention:

• also known as (its common/scientific names, its other names in other words)
• where it is found
• description or perhaps a picture
• parts used
• uses (foodwise, medicinal or cosmetics-wise)
• contains…
• what it does/its actions

What do you think? Would you be interested for me to gather this and make it an “ingredipedia”?

Any suggestion is welcomed :)

This will be a long and winding road, I can just feel it… but one has got to start somewhere, right!?

 

Also, would you like me to still have this series here or publish it on a different blog?

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PS. The word has been created by me to describe the topics I am about to cover in future posts

BEAUTYBAY.com Wishlist

1. Artdeco Bronzing Glow Blusher

Look at the detail on this blush! Want. It.

2. Artdeco Colour & Art Blusher

3. Urban Decay Naked Skin Weightless Ultra Definition Make Up

Heard great things about it and I’m a foundation addict, so this would be nice to try

4. Urban Decay Black Market 24/7 Glide On Eye Pencil 6 Piece Collection

5. Urban Decay Vice 2 Palette

6. Japonesque brushes – this one is the 150 degrees Contour brush

Not only a makeup addict but also brushes collector, I can imagine my love for this brush already

7. Artdeco Bronzing Powder Art Design 13

Just like the blusher, oh my, this bronzer… makes me just want to look at it and smile.

 

Other brands/things that interest me from beautybay.com include: Louise Young brushes… Cargo… Cloud Nine… ok, I won’t go on.

Hope everyone is having a lovely week.

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Mani Monday: Speckled Barracuda

 

Base: Sally Hansen Complete Salon Manicure – Barracuda

Application is slightly streaky and thin on first coat. It takes about 2-3 coats for a nice opaque blue that we are all going after. This is a baby blue creme shade.

Top: Sally Hansen Fuzzy Coat – Wool Lite

First application may leave you only with a few fuzzy bits, but 2-3 coats give it a more crowded fuzzyness.

End Thoughts

Just thought that the combination of the two colours give it such a sweet and fun look for Spring! I have officially fallen in love with this pale baby blue shade, been wearing the shade on its own for few weeks now!

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