Latest iHerb Haul

Thought I would share with you some of my latest haul from iHerb.  I am so impressed with this company who deliver to Australia in approx. 8 days and the shipping costs are cheaper than what I can get in Oz.



ONE WITH NATURE ROSE PETAL SOAP ~ $3.47 per 200g bar.  These soaps are made with Dead Sea Minerals and are 100% natural.  Contains a vegetable base, dead sea salts, natural fragrance, rose petals, aloe, shea butter and vitamin E.  Gorgeous smelling huge bar of soap, mildly exfoliating, super creamy lather and leaves your skin soft and smelling subtly of roses.  I liked this soap so much when I first tried it I went back and purchased more as soon as I got out the bath!  Available in a variety of fragrances you can find them here.

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The other bar I purchased was ONE WITH NATURE BLACKBERRY PEAR same great formula and has a wonderful tarte berry aroma.  These soaps would have to be the longest lasting soaps I have ever tried.

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e.l.f. Wrinkle Refiner - clear - $2.99 ~ rich blend of wheat protein, horse chestnut, caffeine, edelweiss, chamomile, shea butter, mango and vitamins A & E, re-texurises skin and prevents further damage and premature ageing.  This is like a primer for problem areas that need a bit of extra moisturising, smoothing and plumping.  I found it easier to dab a little on and let it soak in prior to foundation, can be used during the day over makeup as needed.  Good for those under-eye creases, crows feet and smile lines, I found as it dries it tightens up your skin while leaving it moisturised.

iHerb sell a great range of e.l.f. products and you can find them here.

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GIOVANNI HOT CHOCOLATE SUGAR SCRUB $8.53 260G ~ if you love chocolate you are going to love this scrub it is just divine.  100% organic contains sugar and crushed cocoa beans, gently exfoliates your skin and leaves the most amazing aroma of chocolate.  This one is almost good enough to eat.  The price is fantastic and you can find out more about it here.  Left my skin feeling smooth and soft with a subtle smell of chocolate.  You don't need alot, I would recommend starting with about a teaspoon full and add more as you work around your body.

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BLUM NATURALS DAILY CLEANSING AND MAKEUP REMOVER TOWELETTES $5.55, 30 thick towels ~ what I like about these cleansing clothes is that they are all natural and use organic ingredients such as grape seed extract, chamomile, aloe, calendula and lemon oil.  The towelettes have a raised bumpy surface which helps exfoliate and remove every trace of makeup.  I didn't think I would ever find a product to match Wot Not Facial Wipes but these are every bit as good.   They don't sting sensitive skin or dry it out, I am really enjoying using these.  You can find out more about them here.

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HURRAW! BALM, NIGHT TREATMENT BLUE CHAMOMILE VANILLA LIP BALM $3.51, this is a repurchase for me.  All natural organic lip balm that you can apply at night for a super dose of moisturising goodness but I like to use it during the day too as I have very dry lips from being outside a great deal.  Contains Avocado, Argan, Rosehip and Meadowfoam Seed oils in a super thick balm which really stays on and does a wonderful job of moisturising your lips.  You can find out more here and see their range of lip balms here.

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EVERYDAY MINERALS JOJOBA BASE NATURAL IVORY $15.99 ~ I have been a fan of Everyday minerals for many years but stopped using their face products because they became too drying for my skin.  I thought I would try the new Jojoba base because I heard it was more moisturising for dry skin, I love it!!  I felt no drying at all and I am so excited that I can go back to using mineral face powder again.  Everyday Minerals is now available through iHerb and you can find their range of mineral powders and brushes here.

I just love iHerb and they offer quick cheap international shipping and I have never had a problem with them so recommend them highly.  All their products are high quality and you can find just about anything you need regarding health and beauty, their prices are very competitive and you would be hard pressed to find a better price especially if you are international.

Please don't forget to use this discount code TUW872 at the checkout for $5 to $10 off your first order.

Have you discovered iHerb?  Please leave a comment below and let me know what you think.

Jac x0x

Favourite Bellabox items repurchased

When I went to leave feedback for the items I received in June's BB box (you can read my review here).  I noticed that I had now been subscribed to BB for over 13 months and I was looking through all the items I had received in the past year (which is listed in your BB account) and I thought it would be nice to do a blog on all my favourite products that were introduced to me through Bellabox.

These are all products that I have gone on to re-purchase full-size and are now a part of my beauty routine.

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1.   PURE FIJI HYDRATING BODY LOTION ~  MAY 2012 ~ Coconut ~ this is a luxurious body lotion made with coconut milk which smells divine, if you can't go to a tropical island you can at least bring a little of it home with you.  I have since visited the Pure Fiji website  (they do ship internationally) and purchased several more of their wonderful products.   I love ALL their infusions but my favourites would have to be Coconut, Island Bliss and Coconut Milk & Honey.

2.   NEUTROGENA AGELESS INTENSIVES DEEP WRINKLE EYE CREAM ~ JULY 2012 ~ this is my all time favourite eye cream and I am about to open my second tube.  One tube will last you approx. a year with constant daily use, you can read my mini reviews here and here.

3.   ALMAY GET UP AND GROW MASCARA ~ JULY 2012 ~ definitely one of my favourite mascaras of all time, I have purchased this mascara in black and brown shades about four times now, you can read my mini review here.

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4.   emerginC SCIENTIFIC ORGANICS phytocell cream ~ AUGUST 2012 ~ this is quite an expensive facial moisturiser, $105 for 50ml but if you can purchase it on sale or use your BB points like I did, it is worth the extra money.  Shop around you can usually find it reduced, on sale or comes with a GWP.  Contains concentrated Grape Stem Cells designed to revitalise, renew and protect skin.  Seaweed extract promotes cellular metabolism to re-balance and re-mineralise your skin.  Improves skin tone and texture and is extremely hydrating.  I love the smell (slightly orange citrus) and the thickness of this cream, my skin just drinks it up and it leaves my face looking hydrated and plump, my skin looks and feels great after using this cream.

5.   4ME NAIL POLISH REMOVER PADS ~ NOVEMBER 2012 ~ these are the greatest little nail polish removers, very convenient for travelling.   Acetone and alcohol free, conditions your nails and cuticles as it removes your polish.   They are great for wrapping around an orange stick and cleaning up around your cuticles.  I have repurchased these several times, you get 30 pre-soaked pads for $3.49 and they are available here.

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6.   AURORA SPA ULTRA RICH BODY CREAM ~ JANUARY 2013 ~ this is a more expensive body moisturiser but so worth it.  It is just as the name suggest ULTRA RICH and if your skin is thirsty and dry it's gonna love it, I know mine does.  It is available at the Aurora Spa website and I think if you suffer from very dry skin like I do especially in winter you need to treat yourself to some.  Contains Shea Butter, Macadamia,  Lavender, Sandalwood, Geranium, Grape, Carrot and Olive oils.  Has a wonderful botanical smell and just makes you feel good.  Available in 200ml and 500ml.

7.   FACE OF AUSTRALIA COLOUR MAX EYESHADOW PALETTE ~ JANUARY 2013 ~ Gold Mine ~  I really like Face of Australia Cosmetics, their products are all very reasonably priced and they are good quality cosmetics that last.  I received Gold Mine which is a palette of four brown/gold/nude highly pigmented shades with a choice of matte, satin and shimmer finishes making this palette great for day and night.  Comes with a very useful HOW TO on the back of the palette.

Gold Mine

I went to Priceline and purchased the remaining two palette variations,  - Mercury Rising - Smoky Eye & Northern Lights - Purple.

Mercury Rising  &  Northern Lights

8.   NATIO PURE MINERAL SKIN PERFECTING BB CREAM ~ JANUARY 2013 ~ of all the western BB creams this would have to be my favourite, I have repurchased for myself and my Mum.  Has that great NATIO botancial aroma, leaves my skin looking great, doesn't break me out and the colour doesn't fade or melt off my face in summer.  I tend to steering away from foundation and sticking to BB cream these days, less is more, and this cream looks more natural.  Available in 3 shades, Fair, Medium and Tan.  You can read more of my mini review and see a swatch of fair here.  If you would like to read more visit Natio here.

9.   NUXE HUILE PRODIGIEUSE ~ Multi-purpose oil ~ FEBRUARY 2013 ~ If I was only allowed to bring one product to a desert island this would be it.  This multi-purpose dry oil can be used to moisturise your face, body and hair.  Makes a very relaxing massage oil or add some salt to the oil and use it to exfoliate your body.  Great for travelling if you can only take a minimum amount of skincare with you, because it replaces the need for several products.  With its wonderful aroma of orange blossom, plum, white lily, amber, vanilla and cedar wood this oil  can be used as an all over body perfume or just a hint of scent on your pulse points.

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10.  SALLY HANSEN COMPLETE SALON MANICURE  ~ FEBRUARY 2013 ~ I received the shade  GOLDEN RULE and you can read my full review and see photos here.  I have gone on to purchase several different shades from the range at Priceline, I find the formula is easy to apply,  long lasting and with some of the polishes you can get away with one coat.

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11.   YES TO CARROTS C ME SHINE LIP GLOSS ~ MARCH 2013 ~ Rose Bliss ~ Almost a clear frosty thick peppermint gloss, what I like about the YES TO range is they are 95% organic.  I have since purchased another tube in the shade Carrot's Kiss which is more of a pink shade, doesn't add a lot of colour but I prefer a nude glossy lip anyway.  It is the moisturising qualities of this gloss I like the most, no dryness and it stays on your lips for a long time, looks great over lipstick.  I love YES TO lip products and own quite a few you can read my mini review on the C ME BLUSH Lip Tints here.

12.   INDIO FACIAL SCRUB ~ APRIL 2013 ~ this would have to be my all time favourite exfoliant.  Very gentle and leaves my skin soft with no dryness or irritation.   If you have sensitive skin prone to redness and irritation I highly recommend you try this scrub.  You can read my mini review here.

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13.  CEDEL DRY CONDITIONER ~  APRIL 2013 ~ I was expecting this to be like the Dry Shampoo,  a spray formula which moisturised your hair.  Now while I am NOT a big fan of dry shampoo this is just a moisturising mousse cream which is surprisingly good. Can be applied to wet or dry hair, helps untangle and de-frizz and doesn't make your hair greasy or weigh it down.

14.  NATIO NAIL COLOUR ~ JUNE 2013 ~ Valentine ~ Natio Nail Colour is free of formaldehyde, toluene and dibutyl phthalate, fast drying and chip resistant. Gorgeous shade that needs two coats as it is a little sheer, I went out and purchased a couple more shades today, I really like the formula and the brush.

Valentine  -  one coat  -  two coats
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Described as a classic red,  the first coat has a real pink tinge to it and then the second coat brings out the red.  You can find all the shades available on the NATIO website, or you can purchase them from Priceline. I went and purchased ADORE & EXCITE today at Priceline.

ADORE  &  EXCITE

So that is what Bellabox has introduced me too, which I have loved enough to go out and repurchase.  I would love to know what products Bellabox has introduced you too and you have repurchased in the last year, please leave a comment below or better yet I would love to see you blog about it.

If you would love to try Bellabox for yourself please visit their website here and purchase a monthly subscription for $15 per month.

Jac x0x