Empties │ The products I've used up recently vol. XXXI [Makeup & Skincare]
Hello, lovelies! Happy Friday!
I'm very happy today because it's been a TERRIBLE week for me and I can't wait for the weekend. I really need to relax, sleep in (if the children allow), indulge in some self-pampering and maybe go to the movies. Nothing too fancy, but I really need to disconnect and have a break.
The month of June ended without me having the occasion to share with you the products I've used up recently, so today, finally, I can give you my feedback on them with this series of mini-reviews.
Skincare │ Treating Skin Imperfections Gently with the new 'Sublimessence' Skincare by Reficis
Hello, sweeties! How are you today?
I'm super happy, you know, when I talk about good skin care I can't hide or dissimulate my excitement, lol.
I have recently had the pleasure to discover some of the newest products of the Swiss brand REFICIS. They've recently launched a new skincare range called "Sublimessence" that aims to treat skin imperfections gently, boost radiance and regenerate your skin. I like this brand so much because is vegan, organic, cruelty-free and super luxurious. I had the opportunity to try three products from this range: The REFICIS Sublimessence Beautifying Quenching Potion*, The REFICIS Sublimessence Beautifying exfoliating Cream* and the REFICIS Sublimessence Beautifying Regenerating Exfoliator* for the body and I'm ready to share my thoughts with you.
Makeup │Glam Look in Purple and Gold [Monday Shadow Challenge]
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Hello, sweeties! Happy Monday!
What a weekend that was! We spent the most delightful Saturday evening at the Open Air Opera Festival in Avanches. It was a perfect evening in every sense I could enjoy every minute of it and I'm so grateful for being able to appreciate such beautiful moments. The weather was perfect, the location so romantic as usual, the show was excellent! I didn't know what to expect of the soloists as I only knew the contralto, but oh my! the Tenor, the Baritone and the Soprano were fantastic. The summum of it all was the closing aria, the final quoator from Rigoletto, it was so fabulously interpreted we had chills running all over!
There was a special magical moment when the orchestra was playing the introduction, a group of swallows came flying in circles right above the stage and they seemed to sing and fly to the rhythm of the music. I couldn't record it because we were a bit far and I only had my phone. But it was unbelievable! You know when you are aware of being the witness of something absolutely marvellous that will probably never occur again? That was exactly my feeling.
As every Monday, I have a new makeup look to share with you. Today, the Monday Shadow Challenge proposed us to use "Purple" and "gold" colours. So, for today's look, I've created a smokey look a bit glamorous, I hope you like it :)
Nail Art │ Galaxy Nail Design [Nail Crazies Unite]
Happy weekend, lovelies!
Today is going to be a super Saturday! My hubby is taking me to the Open Air Opera concert in Avenches this evening! I am an opera lover and it's been so long since I went to the theatre (or anywhere really) to see one. In fact, this won't be exactly an opéra but a mix of famous opera Airs from different composers, interpreted by some of the greatest opera singers. I'm reeeeeally excited! This Opera festival is so special to me because it takes place in the ancient ruins of one of the Oldest Roman Amphiteatres in Switzerland. The whole city of Avenches is a historic gem and the amphitheatre has a special magic. He reserved places on the bleachers, were we used to go when we were young! The magic of it all is that you can go early and bring your own picnic. Eat your dinner while admiring the sun setting behind the imposing walls of the Amphitheatre. Then, when you think it couldn't get any more romantic, the orchestra starts playing and the most beautiful music invades the atmosphere. The bleachers are the cheapest seats. But I think those are the best! Firstly, these are gradins, not chairs, so you can be very close to your partner, or even cuddling. This is totally impossible in the stalls. You also have a beautiful view of all the amphitheatre and you are not as far from the scene as in the circle, which are more expensive seats. Also, as I mentioned, you can picnic comfortably and you can dress casually, which you can't do when you get seats in the "posh" area. The tickets were hs gift for mother's day and I must say they are the most beautiful present ever! If you want to keep up with us during the visit to Avenches, take a peek at our picnic and to the concert, please, be sure to follow my Instagram Stories!
Well, Into nail art! Today, the Nail Crazies Unite prompted us to create a "galaxy" manicure, so here is what I came up with, I hope you like it!
Shopping my stash │Plum and Coral Makeup Look with Chanel
Hello, lovelies! How are you today?
It's time for a new edition of my "shopping my stash" challenge! This month I've been playing with Chanel Quadra Eyeshadow #34 Eclosion, but before we get ther I'd like to share with you something that happened to me today.
Something happened today, that was totally unexpected. I was working at home this morning when someone rang the bell. Let me tell you first, nobody ever rings the bell in the morning. So that was already quite unexpected. But I remembered seeing this morning a truck parked in front of our building because our neighbour on the first floor is moving out. So, I imagined
Korean Beauty │ Etude House 0.2 Therapy Air Mask Hyaluronic Acid Moisturizing [Review]
Hello, Lovelies!
My skin has been feeling so dry lately! I am not sure what is the reason, usually, my skin is never this dry this time of the year. So I decided to test this Etude House Hyaluronic Acid mask which promises deep moisturizing effect. Keep reading to find out how it went!
Makeup │Fairy-like Look in Lilac and Periwinkle [Monday Shadow Challenge]
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Hello, sweeties! Happy Monday!
I hope the summer is treating you well! We couldn't ask for a better weather in Switzerland and we are certainly enjoying it.
As every Monday, I have a new makeup look to show you! Today, the Monday Shadow Challenge propted us to use "Lilac" and "Periwinkle" shades. So, for today's look, I've created a colourful fairy-like look, I hope you like it :)
Nail Art │ Graffiti Nails [26 Great Nail Art Ideas]
Hello, lovelies! Happy weekend!
Today the "26 Great Nail art Ideas Challenge" prompts us to create a "Graffiti" nail art. I wasn't sure what to do, and I haven't had time to paint my nails all week and I was ready to skip this challenge. Two hours ago, sadi to myself let's google graffiti nail art and see what can be doen. But all the cool designs I found were very sohpisticated and required free-hand painting skill that I dont' have! While thinking how to make this nail art the easy way, I thought I would try some layered stamping, and see what it resulted. If the result wouldn't be horrendous, then I'll post it.
Well, I'm not terribly happy with the result of my manicure, but I don't think it's hideous. I just suck at freehand painting! LOL.
Makeup │ Mauve, Blue and Duochorme Gold for the Sign of Cancer [Zodiac Makeup Challenge]
Summer Time, and the living is eaaaasy! Well, not yet... I know, we are all dreaming, hoping, wishing for a summer break, I know! There are still a couple of weeks to go until school summer break begins in Switzerland. In the meantime, Let's enjoy the World Cup!!
Today's is Argentina's second match and it's something I wouldn't miss for the World. As an expat, this is YET another opportunity to bathe my children in some Argentinian sports culture. This time Italy (my husband's home country) did not qualify for the Cup, so we only have one team to support. I'm less enthusiastic than the last time in 2014, when Argentina reached the Final and lost against Germany, I really thought we could win the cup! This year I see our team is not so well prepared and our coach is not the smartest. So I need to be thinking who to support in case Argentina doesn't make it past the first round. I really like Mexico's performance until now! What about you? do you watch the World Cup? Who do you support?
Now, let's get into makeup! I have created a new makeup look for the "Zodiac challenge"! As you know, I'm showing more love to the makeup I own instead of buying new items and I challenged myself to create twelve different looks with the BHCosmetics Zodiac palette, one for each sign. The palette has two beautiful colours for "Cancer" zodiac sign and today I used those to create this colourful shifting colour makeup. I hope you like it!
Nail Art │ New nail art products from Born Pretty Store
Hello, sweeties! How are you today?
I have three items from Born Pretty Store for review that are totally new for me: a superb Magnetic Nail Polish*, a two Gel Polish Remover Wraps* and a Double-end cuticle pusher*. Would you like to see how these items perform? Keep reading then!
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