Priceline 40% off Skincare Haul - December 2013.

Just before I decided to do 'Project 10' I purchased items (online) during the Priceline 40% off sale. They arrived at the end of last week. I mainly purchased body scrubs - I love scrubs!.

As I have said previously I love Sanctuary Spa and whenever their products are on sale I tend to stock up. So when I saw this item on sale I had to purchase it. I love the Hot Sugar Scrub - this scrub warms as you apply it (I love the sensation). Not only does it feel wonderful when applying it makes my skin feel so soft after. I love to use this scrub at least once a week.

This is a brand I have never used before, so the sale was an excellent opportunity to try it at a great price. Being scented with frangipani & coconut it smells glorious! and I cannot wait to test this one out. Although it does say it is a scrub it looks more like a butter in the container.

MOR is a brand I have used and loved for many years (my favourite being the Marshmallow range!). This body scrub is 'Sugar Rose Tiger Lily' - it smells delightful.

Another Sanctuary Spa product - one I as yet have not tried. This item is a salt scrub and I look forward to trying it. I do admit it was the jar which initially drew me to this product (love collecting jars!).

This packet of Biore Deep Cleansing Pore Strips is for my daughter. She uses these regularly to remove blackheads around her nose area. She finds them very effective.

All up I paid just under $70 for this lot (including postage) so I am very happy with my bargains and cannot wait to test out my new body scrubs!.

A bit late....but

My goodness I forgot I had even photographed this lot! This is an Etude lot I purchase a few months ago. I love Etude products and was hoping to fulfill my dreams while in Singapore (unfortunately there were a few items I was unable to get so I had to buy online).

Not Etude but sweet none the less. I love this SKIN79 Star Glow Ball Powder (from the Diamond Collection). I use this as a finishing powder - it applies beautifully and evens out my skintone. A great product.

These Etude candles are simply gorgeous - not only did they come in such a sweet box, but they smell heavenly (even Pepe agree they are great!).

This is one product I desperately wanted to purchase while in Singapore. Unfortunately this Etude range has been discontinued and there were none available (I fruitlessly searched a number of stores in hope). So I had to go online for my search and was fortunate enough to find this one.

I admit it was the container that suckered me in. It reminds me of Beauty and the Beast and I simply had to have it for the packaging - just as well the actual product is great too! (a face powder)

The seller was lovely enough to also pop in a number of freebies to tank me for buying from them. Very generous!. I 

Ebay Nail Haul - December

At the end of November I bought up big with one of my favourite U.S-based Ebay sellers. My parcel arrived just after Christmas, and although I have not had time to have a play I wanted to upload my haul.

                     

I had to have these two sets as soon as I saw them. The range is Villains by KISS. I purchased the Cruella De Vil and Evil Queen sets. Each set contains a range of items to decorate your nails in the theme of the given villain. 

I have not seen these sets in Perth and look forward to trying out my nail-decorating skills!.

I love nail stickers and could not resist the about selection. Despite searching many stores I have not been able to get any of these varieties so I was happy to see this seller stocking them.

I love experimenting with the nail stickers - I either cut them into shapes or use them to highlight one or two nails. By preferring not to use them on every nail each packet lasts me quite a while ( the stickers last anywhere from 1 -3 weeks on my nails depending on what I am doing at the time).

This is something I have not seen locally so I am eager to try these two out. The pack included coloured nail polishes with stickers to enhance.

As a thoughtful gesture the seller also included a selection of freebies (see photograph on right). 

That is what I love about this seller - not only are her prices (and shipping costs) reasonable but she also includes gifts as a 'thank you' for shopping with her - it makes me feel like a valued customer. (that's why I also buy from her). 

Twilight Tone * Blinded by the Light * Cosmic Love * Fantastic Voyage * Champagne Supernova * Lost in Space

I also bought the above set. I love Deborah Lippman nail polishes, especially her sparkly ones. This is her Starlight collection and is full of glorious colours (and sparkles!). I have listed the names of each nail polish below the photographs.

This is another brand I struggle to buy locally - she when I can I purchase online.

Looking forward to decorating my nails!

Project Pan 10 ... Take 10

Well I seems to be 'fanging' along with emptying products. Although in today's blog I must admit most of today's lot were almost empty when I started.

I got this Alfaparf Precious Oil Shampoo (on left) way back near the beginning of 2013 (I think I bought it through Bellabox or Lust Have It). I remember initially getting this in sample size and loved it so much I ordered it (with the matching hair oil) through the website. 

I initially found this so much different to what I normally use - the shampoo is very runny (almost like water) and it does not foam up much. But the end results were fabulous - my hair was so soft and silky and easier to manage. 

I have also included the two samples (shampoo & conditioner) which I received in a beauty box. Same brand (Alfaparf) but different range.

Would I purchase again? Yes, once I have used up my current collection I will definitely be buying the Precious Oil Shampoo again. Not sure about the other one. I did like it, but not as much as the Precious Oil.

I was lucky enough to receive this shampoo & conditioner pair from Suigo. They sent me these plus a soap bar to test. These are sample sized items (so I am only counting them as one product). 

I received the volume control pair and absolutely love it!. It has a lovely scent and both products are quite creamy when applied. Not only did my hair smell glorious after, but is was very soft and shiny and set the curls in my hair.

Would I purchase again? I absolutely love this shampoo & conditioner. Unfortunately I cannot find and outlet in Perth which sells it. So if I want to buy in the future I will need to do so online.

I have been using the Garnier facial wipes for a number of years and find them great. I particularly like the Clean Detox variety. I find them very refreshing. They are wet 'enough' - sounds weird but I have tried some facial wipes which are simply to 'dry' for my tastes. 

I tend to use them every morning as soon as I get out of the shower (and before applying any other product). Sometimes (especially during summer - or when it is hot) I can use them once or twice during the day plus just before going to bed. (so I tend to use a lot of wipes).

Would I purchase again? Yes, I will definitely be buying again - especially as I have been using this brand for quite a while and find them very effective. I do tend to try other products/brands but always find I return to my favourite few brands (of which this is one of them).

I have included this item in this lot (but not counted it towards my total) despite not finishing it. I had heard to many great things about this range so I decided to try this product.

Unfortunately I had a very bad reaction when I used this product (Yes to Cucumber Facial Wipes). My skin (on my face) because very red, tight and was very sore. It was horrible (never had a reaction like this before). At first I had no idea what caused it, but through trial and error work out it was this product.

Would I purchase again? Due to the nasty reaction, no I will not and I probably wont be tempted to try the rest of the range (unfortunately).

I love this Sanctuary Spa Body Scrub (200 ml).  It is advertised as being a 'natural scrub that's so gentle you can use it every day to leave skin cleansed, radiant and refined.'

It smells wonderful, the closest I can describe it is as a talc-citrus scent. And as advertised it is very gentle and I did use it every day. After use my skin felt refreshed and very soft and had a lovely scent. 

Would I purchase again? I already have another two of these in my linen cupboard - so I don't think I will need to buy anymore for a while. But yes I would definitely purchase again.

                                                 

I think this was bought for me not long after it was released. It came as a gift set - a 30ml EDP and this shower gel (75 ml).

This fragrance " opens with fresh bergamot, peony & Bourbon pepper. The heart of Bulgarian rose, Tahitian tiare flower & jasmine is placed on  a warm base of incense, patchouli, musk, guaiac wood and sandalwood." I love all of these ingredients and love this fragrance!.

Would I purchase again? Yes, once I have used up my current collection I will definitely be buying again.

Received this DKNY Be Delicious EDP sample in one of my beauty boxes. As bthis is a sample sized item I am not including it in the count.

It is advertised as being "fresh blossom, eau so Intense". Unfortunately this fragrance is not for me. Once sprayed on it smells more like fly spray than fresh blossom - very disappointed as I normally like the DKNY fragrances.

Would I purchase again? No I will not be purchasing this fragrance as it does not suite me.

Wow, so I have now finished off TEN products/items. I cannot believe how easy it is. I am really enjoying this. Looking forward to achieving my next 5 pans!

Sancturary Spa Haul - January 2014

Yeah, yeah I know I am doing the 'Project 10' and I am on a spending ban......but I honestly didn't buy this lot (my Mum did!)

With my parents in Perth (on a visit) we went shopping and ended up in Priceline (Carousel). Wandering around the shop (resisting any purchases) my Mum spied these two goodies and bought them for me. So technically I DID NOT BUY THEM!!!! (hee hee).

The above set was at the back of a shelf (in the lovely vinyl purple and white toilette bag). It was the last one left and had no price on it. A price check (with the lovely assistant) informed us it was only $12.49 - there is no way would could have left it there for that price!).

s you can see it was full of goodies (not full sized items but they were generous sample sizes).

The second set was only $6.00 - another bargain (and once again last one on the shelf). A few of the products were the same as the other pack, but at these prices they were too hard to resist.

I love the Sanctuary Spa range and these will come in handy as we are off to Auckland in about a month. I prefer to take sample/smaller sized items when travelling as (in most instances) they get used up while way and I do not need to bring containers home with me.

Stationery Haul for the New School Year - 2014

Getting everything ready for the new school year meant a trip to my local Officeworks (Cannington). I initially made a visit to buy my nephew some paints (no photographs as I have already given them to him), but once in the store I could not resist - I LOVE stationery so I was in heaven!

I think I did very well to keep myself under the $150 mark. I actually had to say 'STOP' I need to leave now before I bought the store out!.

I have been eyeing Sharpies off for many months and now I have finally given in an d purchased the 80's Glam Set. A great buy for just under $20.00.

I have been collecting lots of craft ideas which use Sharpies and cannot wait to test these babies out and am keen to try these on some ceramic plates and mugs (a great demo I found on Pinterest a few months ago). 

I love the colour range in this set - varying from lovely pastels to bold primary colours. I thought it was a fabulous starter kit which I can add to as required.

My love of pens and pencils means I have drawers full of the damn things - and I couldn't resist adding to my collection with this erasable purple pen (my fav colour!), mechanical pencils (which looks like an actual pencil) and this cute clear acrylic ruler (very handy and just the size to keep in my new diary)

I had a Debden diary many years ago - gee must be at least 15 - 20 years - but for some reason or another I have not used one in recent years. 

This year I aim to be more organised (with both my work and private life) so buying this diary was my incentive to 'get organised'. I hesitated when I realised that the organiser was just over $80.00, but gritted my teeth and bought it anyway simply because I can use it for a number of years and being  zip-up  design I can keep all my 'stuff' together... and be organised! 

 A little (A5) clear case to keep pens, scissors, notes etc..together in my organiser (I find these very handy).

This is a great notebook. Rather than having lines it has dots (love these!). It is a B6 size - a nice size for jotting down observations and can be kept in my drawer. I love the added zipped ouch (on front of the notebook) and the elastic closure.

  

 Another notebook, this one is lined and is a bit bigger (A5) and the notebook can be removed from the slip cover.

So a great haul for the start of the year. Now my next job is to finalise my programs and get ready for the start of school! (Monday 3rd February).