Summer Favourites

Yes, it's summer! And I've been waiting all year for summer... despite the fact that I'm kind of missing the winter chill but nevertheless, this means.. trips to the beach, endless days of sunshine (of course!), ice cold drinks and most importantly slapping on that sunscreen!

So... since summer in Sydney is getting pretty humid and sticky. Make up wise, I've been keeping it minimal and natural.. as usual! Here are a few things I use / carry along with me on the regular.

The Basic Lazy Face (Winter Routine)

Hi guys! I've been busy (as usual) so that's why I haven't been posting! Right now I'm free from the horrid exams, yay!

Also, I'll be heading to Melbourne next Wednesday so my blog will be quiet... not that it hasn't been quiet for a while!

Anyways... onto the post! Ever since Uni started for me this semester, I've been lazier at applying my make up (surprising? Yeah I know.) I haven't been putting that much effort into applying my blush, bronzer, lipstick etc. unless I have time and that I'm really bothered and by bothered if there's photos bound to be taken I'll probably put in that extra effort.

For those who know me, I try to keep my makeup as natural as possible, you'll never see me with a smokey eye or anything dramatic because...... let's face it... I'm not that spontaneous enough to wear it though I'm kind of a make up noob when it comes to looks!

Now a days it's just face and eyeliner and that's it! Oh and the brows too. I remember last year I put a bit of time and effort whilst getting ready but... 'nobody got time for that! Especially for the busy person I am now. (Or correction, lazy)

Anyways, since it's winter my face tends to get a little drier and I've been using a variety of BB creams and Tinted Moisturisers to allow some moisturisation for my face.

Today I'm just gonna show you some products that I've been reaching out for lately for my easy peezy lazy natural/flawless face look. (No self shots apparently but just images of products that I've been reaching out!)

I've been trying out this new Australis Matte Out Face Base* and I love how I can apply this on my T Zone and not have it getting all oily. I always tend to get an oily T Zone throughout the day and I love how it mattifies the T-Zone. This product swatches clear, so no - you would have purple streaks on your face nor do you have to blend it out! Staying power is mediocre though, I can get through a day but the oil control is quite excellent. It reminds me of those foundation sticks but it's in purple and has this floral scent. 

Rimmel BB Cream 9 in 1 - Not my favourite but I like how it has a primer already in it's formula and along other moisturising properties and goodness. This is a huge lazy face essential - just apply it and if you like, set it with powder! I would use this on days where I have work or just need some evenness on my face in a flash. If it's a special occasion like a party, outing or where I need my make up to last - I'll use my Illamasqua Skin Base Foundation (in which I should blog about real soon!)

In my case, I use MAC Mineralise Skinfinish in Medium to set my make up. But before that, I like to conceal any redness or blemishes with the Benefit's Some Kind-a gorgeous Foundation (in a Mini) in Medium which provides me with that natural flawless look. It's quick and easy. 

For the lips I use the Korres Lip Butter in Mango and I LOVE this stuff. It's so moisturising and gives my lips a little colour. Throughout the day, I apply my Bloom Watermelon Crush Lip Balm or any other lip balm I carry on my either the Korres Lip Butter or the Maybelline Baby Lips which is somewhere in one of my bags. 

As for eyeliner, it's nothing too special. I didn't take a photo but it's just a basic black crayon eyeliner and my Dollywink Liquid eyeliner. I haven't curled my lashes in so long or bothered to apply mascara now a days, so I've been uber lazy. 

Anyways, hope you enjoyed this post. A bit bland but it's what I've been sporting lately for my lazy look. Let me know if you ever go through a phase where you just use less makeup or what not! I want to know :) Shall see you REAL soon!

Love, J 

Disclaimer: Products marked with an * were sent for consideration but I was not obligated to review the item. All items posted here are purchased with my own money. 

Korres Colour Lip Butter in Mango

Much love for this lip balm and also it's been popping up quite a bit around the blogging community. I'm not a fan of lip balms in a pot, it's quite unhygienic and the fact you're dipping your finger in is kinda annoying cause your fingers get dirty. 

Nevertheless, kudos to Korres for making this lip balm in a pot! They're a Greek Cosmetics company and I'm highly impressed by this lip balm and also along with all the other European made/branded cosmetics that I've tried in the past. European cosmetics and all are prettttty good. So huge kudos to the Europeans!

I love this Lip Butter it's so cute. So cute that I don't care that I have to dip my finger in and apply this product all over my lips cause it does a wonderful job quenching my lips and also smooths my unbelievably dry lips out.

What Korres say about the Mango Lip Butter - "Rich in precious nutrient substances, mango fruit is a particularly sought-after ingredient in contemporary cosmetology. Mango butter melts at body temperature and is easily absorbed by the skin, leaving a pleasant sensation. Thanks to its moisturising and healing properties, mango butter is often found in beauty products that are designed to naturally prevent moisture loss. Even in extreme conditions, such as heat-waves, severe cold, prolonged exposure to the sun, or time spent in dry, ventilated spaces, mango butter protects lips effectively and offers a healthy shine." (More can be read here about Korres Lip Butters)

I picked this up at a local Cosmo Cosmetics store for $9.95, I've tried them prior to purchasing a handful of times but I didn't want to pay $9.95 for a lip balm and also I already have a bunch of lip balms at home. But I couldn't resist the sleek packaging and also the tinted coral colour from this Mango Lip Butter.

I love coral lip colours! I was going to get it on ASOS but couldn't be bothered to wait a week and also it was around $12 online but yesterday before Defqon, I picked this up at Stocklands Wetherill Park and brought it along with me to Defqon! Kept my lips hydrated throughout the day!

Look at the cute poster! 

What I love:

• Instantly lips are hydrated 
• Lips feel soft
• There's no sticky residue 
• Lip Balm doesn't run all over the place unlike that feeling like Papaw Ointment or Vaseline 
• Has a tint of colour (depending which one your purchase)

What I don't love:

• Dipping my finger into the jar to get the product
• Doesn't last that long on the lips (but it's lip balm so it's typical)

Have you tried Korres Lip Butters? If so what's your favourite!? If not, are you going to try them!? Til next time!

Love, J 

*This item was purchased by myself with my own money. I was not paid or reimbursed for this post, all my opinions are honest. For more information please read my disclosure policy.