Skincare: Thursday Plantation Nurture Oil: Bio Perfecting $9.40
Thursday Plantation Nurture Oil is a blend of 8 natural oils, vitamins, and antioxidants. Prone to dry skin and the occasional break out, I was surprised by how quickly this product turns around the quality of my skin. When I commit to using this daily, within a week my face is noticeably clearer and softer. Just be warned, it's very oily (I don't know why that was surprising to me when I first started using this), so I'd recommend this oil only for night time use after all your make up has been removed.
Thursday Plantation Nurture Oil is a blend of 8 natural oils, vitamins, and antioxidants. Prone to dry skin and the occasional break out, I was surprised by how quickly this product turns around the quality of my skin. When I commit to using this daily, within a week my face is noticeably clearer and softer. Just be warned, it's very oily (I don't know why that was surprising to me when I first started using this), so I'd recommend this oil only for night time use after all your make up has been removed.
Body: Aesop Protective Body Lotion SPF50 $40
Holy Trinity of sun protection (SPF 50, UVA & UVB)? Check!
Light on skin? Check!
Minty fresh fragrance? Check!
Hands: Crabtree & Evelyn Hand Recovery $30
I could rave all day about Crabtree & Evelyn's Hand Cream, but it's their under appreciated Hand Recovery scrub that makes the biggest difference for me. It's got crushed pumice stone, and essential oils to leave scaly and dry skin feeling seriously soft. Apply their hand cream after that, and voila, perfect, soft hands. (You can also use this product as a foot scrub).
Nails: Crabtree & Evelyn Gardeners Intensive Cuticle & Nail Therapy 15ml $16
Working in retail used to mean constantly chipping nails that were impossible to grow, but after using this product those days are long gone. Enriched with panthenol and keratin, apply this daily and you'll be left with shiny and strong nails.
Working in retail used to mean constantly chipping nails that were impossible to grow, but after using this product those days are long gone. Enriched with panthenol and keratin, apply this daily and you'll be left with shiny and strong nails.
Lips: Hurraw Lip Balm $3.79 USD (factor in conversion + shipping)
I was already hooked when I heard Hurraw's lip balms are made up of completely organic, vegan and raw ingredients but it was their flavours including Earl Grey, Chai Spice and Green Tea that got me clicking straight onto 'add to cart'. The full collection can be purchased through their online USA based website, however a large number can be found through Australian based vegan sites if you want to avoid exy shipping rates.
I was already hooked when I heard Hurraw's lip balms are made up of completely organic, vegan and raw ingredients but it was their flavours including Earl Grey, Chai Spice and Green Tea that got me clicking straight onto 'add to cart'. The full collection can be purchased through their online USA based website, however a large number can be found through Australian based vegan sites if you want to avoid exy shipping rates.
Make Up: Too Faced Cocoa Contour Kit $59
There are many make up items that hold a special place in my heart at the moment, but the Too Faced Cocoa Contour Kit gets a special mention because it's taken me so darn long to find. With skin as pale as mine, contour powders usually end up looking muddy, or overly orange, but the Medium Cocoa shade in this set is perfect. With the help of the mini kabuki brush it's easily blended into the skin to give natural definition and shape, and yes, the powders smell like chocolate.
There are many make up items that hold a special place in my heart at the moment, but the Too Faced Cocoa Contour Kit gets a special mention because it's taken me so darn long to find. With skin as pale as mine, contour powders usually end up looking muddy, or overly orange, but the Medium Cocoa shade in this set is perfect. With the help of the mini kabuki brush it's easily blended into the skin to give natural definition and shape, and yes, the powders smell like chocolate.
Make Up Remover: Coconut Revolution Organic Coconut Oil Beauty $14.95 for 250ml
In our previous 'This is the Good Stuff' Beth recommended this, so I went out, got myself a bottle, and I am a massive fan of this too. Use a teaspoon of the oil with warm water and you're good to go. It's all natural and leaves the skin feeling soft and really smooth. I also recommend the 250ml size because the oil will harden when cold and it's easier to squeeze out.
In our previous 'This is the Good Stuff' Beth recommended this, so I went out, got myself a bottle, and I am a massive fan of this too. Use a teaspoon of the oil with warm water and you're good to go. It's all natural and leaves the skin feeling soft and really smooth. I also recommend the 250ml size because the oil will harden when cold and it's easier to squeeze out.
Brushes: Real Techniques ~$20 per brush
Despite seeing these brushes used all over YouTube I was skeptical. I had invested in high end make up brushes that didn't do anything special for my make up application, so I thought it was pretty much a lost cause, especially considering the Real Techniques brushes significantly more affordable price tag, but these are fabulous. The powder brush is the largest and fluffiest brush I've ever seen, and the expert face brush leaves a smooth and flawless foundation application.
Despite seeing these brushes used all over YouTube I was skeptical. I had invested in high end make up brushes that didn't do anything special for my make up application, so I thought it was pretty much a lost cause, especially considering the Real Techniques brushes significantly more affordable price tag, but these are fabulous. The powder brush is the largest and fluffiest brush I've ever seen, and the expert face brush leaves a smooth and flawless foundation application.
All in One Wonder Product: Dr Bronner's 18 in 1 Liquid Castile Soap $6-30 size depending
You can literally clean anything with this liquid soap, from your face to your household floor, this soap does it all. Don't believe me, look it up, you can even brush your teeth with it! I use it as my make up brush cleaner because it's all natural, fair trade and smells much nicer than the majority of chemical filled brush cleaners in the market.
You can literally clean anything with this liquid soap, from your face to your household floor, this soap does it all. Don't believe me, look it up, you can even brush your teeth with it! I use it as my make up brush cleaner because it's all natural, fair trade and smells much nicer than the majority of chemical filled brush cleaners in the market.
- Miriam
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**I've tried to ensure the products featured on this list are all cruelty free (unless testing is required by law), if you know otherwise, do pass it on to us and I'll remove it.
* Mosaik does not take credit for the image used in this article
**I've tried to ensure the products featured on this list are all cruelty free (unless testing is required by law), if you know otherwise, do pass it on to us and I'll remove it.
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