How often do you change your pillowcase?

A few months ago, I noticed that I was breaking out with pimples particularly along my jawline. After reading up on it, I found a simple solution.

I change my pillowcase daily or every other day, and it has helped keep my breakouts under control.

Dirt easily gets into our pillowcase which makes bacteria and germs sit on our pillowcase.

By changing your pillowcase frequently it allows eliminating of  the shreds of hair, skin, and dead skin cells, that affect your skin and inturn cause breakouts.

Changing your pillow case daily or every other day can help keep your skin happier and cleaner!

Try it out and see if it works for you.

Do you change your pillowcase often?

Your body will love this! Dove Triple Moisturising Body Wash Review

Dove Triple Moisturising Body Wash is soap free, rich and creamy and contains three moisturisers which work in three ways:

1. deep absorption to work longer and more intensively than surface only moisturisation, 

2. replenishment of the skin's natural moisture level from within, 

3. assistance in retaining the skin's natural protective barrier to help keep the
moisture in the skin.

I have been using this for a few months now and love it. I bought it because of the triple moisturising and it really does leave the skin really moisturised, feeling soft, hydrated, smooth and clean. It has a fantastic scent that lingers on the skin, the smell is a fresh, clean smell.

It lathers up really well , and you only need a little bit. I sometimes feel like my skin is dry particularly on my stomach and legs, and this works really well.


In the shower, I always use exfoliating gloves to apply body washes. Just put some of the body wash on the glove and then wash your body. You can also just apply it to bare wet hands and apply the body wash all over. It can be used daily.

If you have dry skin, or just want more moisture for your body, then I definitely recommend this.

Its available from Priceline, or supermarkets and retails for $6.99.

Do you use a body wash?

Is it time to throw out your makeup?

All makeup products have a expiration. They can cause skin and eye irritations if you dont throw them out when they are expired.

A tip that I do: I write the date that I bought the product on the product with a black marker, so that I know how long I have had it for.

Most products have a symbol (like the one above) that looks like a container with a open lid and the number of months that the product is good to use.  I have used products for longer than recommended but its good to know what the expected life span is. Generally if the product has a unusual smell or doesn't look right then its better to throw it out.

Here is a guide for how long a product can be used for :

Foundation- Most foundations have the symbol telling you how long it is good to be used, usually its one year. Keep your foundation in a  dry cool place and closed tight. If its kept in light or direct sunlight, has a funny smell or the texture isn't right then its expired.
Lipsticks have a life span of one and half years if opened and up to two years if packed. Keeping them in the fridge, keeps them from melting. They should be kept in a dry cool place and always closed properly after the use. If your lipstick has a funny smell or is sweating, it can be expired.
Eye Shadows and Eyeliners - can last about 12-18mth. A lot of eyeshadows now have the symbol on them telling you how long they are good to use.
Make up brushes should be cleaned regularly.  If you see that they are out of shape then it may be time to buy new ones.
Nail Polish - usually about a year.  The bottle should be kept tightly so that air shouldn't enter inside.
Mascara has a very short life span. Usually only three months. I have used mine longer, but again if there is a funny smell or it doesn't look right, it should be thrown away.

Have you done a clean up of your makeup lately?

Nutri-Synergy Product Reviews

Nutri-Synergy are natural alternative to dry, sensitive and problem skin. The range provides effective treatment for dry, sensitive or problem skin using natural, active ingredients to formulate products that are naturally beneficial.

I was sent some wonderful products from Nutri-Synergy to review and they are really good!

The NS Sensitive Skin Cleanser (retails for $14.95 for 500ml)  is a non-foaming cleanser for sensitive, very dry or problem skin. This natural pH balanced soap-free wash cleanses the skin without stripping natural skin oils. It helps maintain skin’s optimum hydration, and is particularly suitable for eczema, psoriasis and dermatitis. I love the way this feels on the skin, so refreshing and clean. My 7 year old son has sensitive skin and he really likes the way this feels on his skin too. He was so happy, he said his face felt "smooth and fresh".

The NS-7 Dry Skin moistuiser (retails for $12.95 250ml) is hydrating and nourishing moisturiser which can be used on the face and body. It contains key ingredients like almond oil, soy protein, allantoin, shea butter, aloe vera, calendula and vitamins B5, C and E. I use this as soon as a get out of the shower to moisturise my legs and arms and its great, it absorbs quickly and leaves my skin feeling hydrated and healthy. My husband uses this too and really likes it. I use this on both my kids (seven and one year old) when they have dry skin and it works really well, getting rid of the dryness quickly.

The NS-5 Protective Hand Cream (retails for $7.95 60g)  protects and nourishes the skin, giving relief to dry, chapped hands. It is light, non-greasy and provides protection for skin and locks in natural moisturisers. I love this hand cream, I have tried many hand creams and I must say this may be the best one I have tried. It feels the hands feeling smooth and silky. My hands get dry, so I need something that will keep them moisturised and after using this hand cream, my hands feel great. This is a must have!

I definitely recommend these products for everyone in the family, men, women and children. They are a great natural way of looking after our skin. They can be purchased at Priceline, most chemists or pharmacies and online.

*****I have been featured!***** On Domestic Ease.......

I was so excited  to be featured on Domestic Ease, a online site for today's busy woman, where you find quick tips and tricks for living a life full of domestic ease.

Kristin Kampbell the Executive Editor of Domestic Ease came up with this concept:  "a site dedicated to anyone out there who just wants to enjoy the home they have been gifted, the family they love and the career they cherish–blemishes and all.  A place where women of all backgrounds and life journeys can share ideas and help support one another in the seemingly mundane endeavors of daily life.  A new way of living, inspiring and exhaling–by fully realizing domestic ease."

Domestic Ease is a great site full of resources and information.

I was asked to list my Top Twelve items I can't live without! Of course my Top Twelve list was beauty products.  Click here to check out my Top Twelve Beauty list!

The Beauty Club -for all your beauty needs! - Have you joined yet?

I have recently discovered The Beauty Club  a fantastic online beauty store in Australia that offers a great selection of products from all the major brands. There is access to over 16,000 leading brand cosmetics, skincare and fragrances, all at heavily discounted prices.

 The Beauty Club has great luxurious skin care products, beautiful make up and excellent hair care.

 Membership to The Beauty Club is $55 per annum. There are so many benefits to this membership such as:

• Guaranteed 10-20% cheaper than leading online websites and 70% cheaper than retail stores.
• No questions asked if you have found it cheaper, the beauty club will beat the price.
• 2-3 free Beauty products per year
• Concierge service, looking for a gift idea or need beauty advice our concierge service will take care of it for you! Just submit your request.
• Free Subscription to regular beauty advice eMagazine
• Free Shipping worldwide
• Dedicated customer support, reply to your support question within 24-48 hours
• Free cosmetic, skincare and fragrance samples provided when available
• Fantastic monthly specials on fragrances, skincare and cosmetics
• Very Secure and safe shopping environment with express checkout
• Restricted membership numbers to ensure product availability
• Free Gift wrapping and Free gift cards
• Dramatically cheaper than all online stores and retail stores

I do most of my shopping online and The Beauty Club is definitely a fantastic online store. I am so excited it has such great brands like MAC, Lancome, Estee Lauder, Dermalogica, Chanel, Dior, Laura Mercier, Bobbi Brown and many more!

All your beauty needs will be satisfied with The Beauty Club and with worldwide shipping  - check it out NOW! www.thebeautyclub.com.au

St Ives Body Polish with Oatmeal and Shea Butter Review

I am loving the St Ives Body Polish with Oatmeal and Shea Butter! It is a exfoliating body polish formulated with natural sugar crystals and Oatmeal & Shea butter extracts.

The Oatmeal is a naturally occurring, anti-itch ingredient. Once it solves that challenge, the mineral-rich oatmeal goes to work to gently soothe and help to soften your skin. The Shea Butter is known for natural, skin-protecting vitamins A, E and F, as well as high levels of fatty acids, which can work wonders for moisture deprived skin.

You use this whilst in the shower and apply it in circular motions on your skin. It does say that particular attention can be applied to areas such as heels, knees elbows that can become extra dry and flaky. Then you just rinse it off with warm water.

It smells amazing and gently exfoliates and cleanses the skin leaving it smooth, soft and refreshed. I use this every second day and love it. Definitely try it out, if you want smoother and softer skin.
It retails for $3.99 at Priceline and pharmacies.

Natio Ageless Daily Protection Moisturiser SPF 30+ Review

Natio believes in creating a quality beauty care system that everyone can afford, ensuring customers pay primarily for the product and not for expensive promotions and packaging.

Natio's 100 per cent pure essential oils and plant extracts cleanse gently, nourish deeply and protect against environmental skin stress. Made in Australia with pure plant extracts and essential oils and no animal testing.

I was sent the Natio Ageless Daily Protection Moisturiser SPF 30+ to trial. I am always on the lookout for a easy day moisturiser to use, so when I saw this I was very keen to try it out. The first thing I like about this moisturiser is that it is enriched with Organic Rosehip oil, Lavendar and Lemon to hydrate, soften and smooth the skin. This in turn helps to prevent fine line and pigmentation. I have been using this moisturiser everyday for a few weeks now and really like it. It applies smoothly onto the skin, absorbs quickly into the skin and as it has spf 30+ it helps to shield the skin from the sun.
The Natio Ageless Daily Protection Moisturiser SPF 30+  is $18.95 and available online at Natio, or at certain chemists.

Loreal Derma Genesis Day Cream Review

I have found a fantastic day cream that I am loving at the moment. Its the Loreal Derma Genesis Day cream with spf 15.

I love the texture of the moisturiser, its a soft, creamy, velvety feel that glides on my skin and leaves it feeling silky smooth. It absorbs really quickly into the skin and you dont need much, one pump is enough to cover the face. ( this may differ for each person)

It also gives the skin a nice glow, and my complexion appears more even in tone. The SPF is included in the moisturiser which is great, but its only SPF 15 which isn't much so you should wear a sunscreen on top in hot weather.

This day cream contains pro-xylane, which is a naturally derived ingredient that helps to stimulate cellular renewal, which helps give the skin a silky glow. Overall I am happy with this day cream and it really does make a difference wearing it. I recommend this to anyone looking for a great day cream.

The retail price is $31.95

Do you use day cream? leave a comment