Not too long ago, Balea released new shower gels with natural scents — lavender for the evening and citrus for the morning. I went for the lavender one, Be Relaxed and Calm Aroma Duschgel, and honestly, no regrets (though I might go back for the citrus too 😉).
Let’s talk about a hot summer launch from Catrice! To celebrate the sunny season, the brand released two lip glosses in instantly recognizable packaging, inspired by summer cocktails. Shade 01, Lemon Spritz, didn’t tempt me — but the orange Aperol-inspired one? I grabbed it right away 🍹✨
I’ve always loved fragrant body care — there’s something so uplifting about catching a whiff of your own scent while getting dressed. And the Frudia My Orchard Peach Body Essence has to be the longest-lasting body lotion I’ve ever tried.
I’m a sucker for anything shiny and shimmery, so when I saw Eveline Variete Chameleon Eyeliner (spotted it on a blogger’s page), I knew it had my name on it. And honestly? I’m so glad I picked it up.
Did you know that Max Factor makes not only makeup but also skincare? I honestly had no idea until recently, when I tried the Miracle Pure Skin Illuminating Serum with niacinamide and vitamin C — and I have to say, I was pleasantly surprised.
I used to consider myself a fan of Chanel, but over time their products started to feel somewhat bland—even the limited editions stopped catching my eye. Finally, though, something sparked my interest! I picked up a limited-edition quad palette in pink-coffee tones. There are four palettes in the collection, each with a unique design inspired by the house’s symbols and buttons.
As always, the packaging is beyond praise.
The signature velvet pouch is included, though slightly updated this time—with embossing that mirrors the palette’s design.
In my skincare routine, specifically when it comes to makeup removal, I like to alternate between cleansing oils and balms. Right now it’s the turn of an oil — and I’ve been using A’pieu Jasmine Cleansing Oil.
The cold season, for me, is the perfect time for peels. I’ve been obsessed with acids for the past 10 years and I’m not about to give them up. For the last couple of years, glycolic acid has been my go-to—it works perfectly for my skin. My most recent favorite with it is the Neutrogena Liquid Peel. Here’s how it saved me from breakouts and how to use it correctly.
I have long hair, and to keep it looking decent I really have to put in the effort. My routine involves about 10 different products, and one of them is always a hair-loss prevention serum. I use them in courses, trying different brands and price ranges—but not all of them turn out great. Today’s review is about a product that disappointed me: Gliss Kur Hair Wonder Scalp & Root Activator.
A couple of weeks ago, Catrice announced their fall limited edition collection dedicated to all things coffee — Espresso Yourself. It includes an eyeshadow palette (suspiciously similar to Charlotte Tilbury), three shades of glossy lipsticks, two shades of cream bronzer/contour sticks, and even some merch — a hair claw clip. I knew right away I’d be getting the palette and one of the lipsticks, and of course, the shopaholic in me couldn’t resist — I bought them on the very first day of release.
