A Powerful Trio - Clinique Power Lashes Trio.

I've never really ventured out or tried much of Clinique's make up line because first of all, I already have more than enough make up as it is and secondly, it never really appealed to me or my current needs. Recently I've been trying out this Clinique Power Lashes trio containing a selection of eye products from their acquainted range.

Enclosed in this cute mesh pouch is: an All About Eyes Gel Creme in 5mls, Cream Shaper for Eyes Crayon Eyeliner in 01 black diamond & Lash Power Mascara (Long-Wearing Formula) in 01 black onyx.

First off, the All About Eyes Gel Creme. This product isn't really something new to me, since I do own the All About Eyes Serum which I adore and use religiously. I get puffy eyes all the time so I was curious to see if the All About Eyes Gel Creme was any better.

This size of product I received is just around the size of a tealight candle, it's freaking adorable! The gel creme itself is very emollient and soaks into the skin quite quickly leaving the eye area moisturised and hydrated.

In terms of the anti-puffing properties, I couldn't really tell... I think the serum is a much better fit for me - since it does contain a roller ball with a cold compress to aid the puffiness, whilst this is just a gel creme.

It claims to reduce dark circles, which I can't really comment too much on cause I couldn't see much of a gradual difference. My dark circles aren't too bad or that prominent so I would say this would be aimed for those who have evidently visible dark circles as opposed to mine, since mines just a slight minor tinge of darkness. So I'll pass.

For the price you pay for the All About Eyes Gel Creme, (coming in at $58 for 15ml) it's really steep here in Australia but if you're interested I would say go to a Clinique counter and try it out for yourself. I think the travel size version (which is what I have here) always comes in a gift set to trial out, so if you're a Clinique regular - try it when you get your hands on it.

(All About Eyes Gel Creme, The Long-Wearing Mascara & Eyeliner)

As for the Cream Shaper Eye Crayon, I wasn't really expecting much for a pencil eyeliner since I'm not a huge fan of them in general cause I hate sharpening them and I'm a retractable eyeliner lover!

I wasn't really determined to see if this would 'Wow' me over or not. But surprisingly, giving the 'crayon' a test run I really quite like it! It's creamy (as claimed) so it glides on so effortlessly and it doesn't tug (a plus!) and also it actually stays put all day!

The crayon (or pencil) reminds me much of the Australis 10hr Waterproof Eyeliners. It has a slight tinge of sparkle in it, nothing too dramatic and it's not as hardcore dark. It's more of a shimmery grey eyeliner (reminds me of a Charcoal colour) than black which is pretty versatile I would say.



I used it on my waterline and also on my upper lash line and it was there ALL DAY. (Surprisingly, I didn't expect it to stay) I didn't even use a primer and I have oily lids so I was highly impressed!  I never really had any luck with pencil eyeliners so I'm highly impressed.

Moving along, what I was really excited to try out was the Clinique Lash Power (Long-Lasting) Mascara  despite using my beloved Diorshow Iconic and Tarte Lights Camera Lashes Mascaras (which are my favourites), I thought nothing would win me over but... I think the mascara probably might hit the mark and creeps it way into my favourites and make it to the 3rd spot.

I've been using it non-stop ever since I got the mascara and I've been using it over my other two. The thing that won me over was that IT ACTUALLY HOLDS THE CURL. *Bows down to the mascara gods* LOL! I love you.

Not only that, it stays put, separates my lashes nicely by coating them evenly and I don't think it smudges at all (or barely - didn't notice).

Mascara Comparison (Up: Clinique, Down: Tarte Lights Camera Lashes)

The brush is also nifty because it gets into all the lashes coating them generously and fanning them out with a nice natural look (so no volume there!). The staying power is amazing and removing it is bit of a mission as it clings so well onto the lashes.




Overall, I'm surprised! Out of the whole trio I would HIGHLY recommend the mascara especially if you have stick thin short lashes like me. I urge you to go have a try or even so, if you get the chance do obtain a travel size to try out.

If you're wondering, you can check out the following products on the Clinique AU website. This particular set I was given was a Harrods exclusive so if you're interested, you can purchase the trio here and Harrods does ship internationally!

Hope you've enjoyed this LENGTHY review and let me know in the comments below if you've tried anything that you've loved from Clinique's make up range and also if you personally use any of the products mentioned! I'm curious to know what your thoughts are :)

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Love, J 

*Disclosure: - These products were sent to me for review purposes. I've included original PR links (Harrods) and also links of my own. All my opinions are my own and are do not affect my thoughts. For more information please see my Disclosure Policy. 

Maybelline Great Lash Lots of Lashes Mascara

So I'm constantly on the lookout for my HG mascara, I thought I found it when I came across the Chanel Inimitable Intense Mascara... but I had a good run with it and wanted to try something new and somewhat promising... I still need to do a review for this mascara so all that info after I write about this!

So far I've been using my Australis Killer Curves Mascara (reviewed here) as an everyday go-to mascara and so far I'm liking it. But also, I've been fascinated with the whole hype of Maybelline's Great Lash and finally bought the new and improved Lots of Lashes and tried it out.

I grabbed it at a Big W whilst at Melbourne for like $10 for some reason? (Originally $15-16?) I don't know when it got scanned at the checkout it came up as $10! WIN! I'm not complaining! Anywho, I tried it on when I got home and honestly I'm not really disappointed! Will this be my new HG mascara? Maybe? I'm not too sure.



I'm loving the brush because it's not your typical mascara brush but a cone shaped one which will get into all the lashes on all angles. To me, all the mascaras I've tried from High End to Low End have no major effect on me because they all simply and nearly to the same thing.

Here are some pictures, they're not the best but I did try to get the best shots that I could!

1 Coat

2 Coat

3 Coats

I apologise about the photos but I swear when you use this mascara after 2-3 coats you'll see the effect. The images up there make the 2nd Coat look better than the 3rd! 

When I first used this mascara I was a bit iffy about the wet formula, since most of the mascaras I have are dry formulas. Despite that, it went really well on my lashes. It voluminous on the lashes and somewhat holds the curl for a good period of time. I wore this mascara today and 2-3 hours have passed and my lashes are still significantly curled and also lengthens my curls beautifully.

I know my friend Shela, uses the original Great Lash and after being so fascinated by her luscious lashes she told me she uses Great Lash. Finally, after putting off using Maybelline mascara for quite sometime - I am definitely satisfied I picked this up!

Do you have any HG mascaras or any mascaras you would like to try? 

Love, J

Australis Killer Curves Mascara

I apologise for this really late review of this Australis Mascara, I want to avoid reviewing mascaras as much as possible because I dread taking eye shots because they never come out right! Anywho, I got an exciting Australis Mascara to review today!

Australis Killer Curves Mascara is packaged in a hot pink tube and promises the ultimate lash curl. The ultra-sleek packaging and curved silicone brush means super curled lashes without having to use a curling wand. It lifts, curls and holds lashes into place with a warm wash-off formula. The wash-off formula also saves time when removing make-up. 

Here are some previews. I couldn't take one with my eyes open because my camera wasn't focusing so the best shots I could take were on my iphone. 

Without Mascara & With Mascara

Available: Blackest Black and Black/Brown

RRP: $12.95

Can be found at Priceline, Big W, Target & All other retailers that stock Australis. 

Overall, I give it a 4/5. 

It somewhat holds the curl (like it claims and also which I like, because we're all looking for something that won't droop) but after a while I found it did droop a down a bit (considering if you've put more than 3 layers). 

It gives good length and volume but considering that I have short straight lashes I think it gives a more better effect for those who have naturally long lashes. If you have stubby asian lashes like me, you get a good natural eyelash effect with this mascara and could see some length and volume. If you don't, you can easily build the volume on your lashes easily without any major clumps which is awesome! But beware of spider lashes, unless you like that.

I did have a high expectation of a dramatic curl of my lashes, and while the mascara did give my lashes a nice, clean and defined daytime look with definite curl, I wouldn’t call it a killer look. All in all this is a mascara, which is good for every wear, but I would not say that it’s the best one I’ve tried. But at only $12.95, it is still a bargain buy that won't break the bank. 

I have very short, straight lashes so I'll always try any kind of curling mascara. Killer Curves gave a nice, clean and defined daytime look with definite curl, but lacks the wow factor of some other brands curling mascaras.

Any other Australis Mascara's you have used and love? 

Love, J

*PR Sent for Consideration. All my opinions are my own and this product was sent for an honest review. For more information please see my disclosure policy.