Top 10 Drugstore Poducts

Why hello there, today I uploaded a new video where I share my TOP, Favourite and in my opinion, some of the best products available at any Drugstore. While this is an Australian edition (lets face it, its a whole lot harder to get products here then in some other country's) only a few products are not widely available internationally. 

Zeeta x

Soft and Gentle

So if you have been watching my recent videos you may have noticed my skin looking substantially more glowy then normal and that is all because of this little beauty.

During this last month I was #feelingspendy and this was one product on the top of my list of must have buys, and so I bought it. The M.A.C mineralize skin finish in 'soft and gentle' is a golden champagne highlight colour which while being a beautiful light shade also adds warmth to the face and doesn't look too harsh no matter what the look. 

The marbleised mix of pale champagne tones with warm golds and a few darker bronze splashes (don't worry its not like a bronzer) creates the most unique glow I have come across and I truly don't know why It took me so long to pick it up. 

The packaging is the standard M.A.C black powder packaging, nothing special but sturdy and simple, it will always look classic in your collection. The size is amazing, even with the $47 price tag, you will have this product for ever. 

This product would look amazing on any skin tone, and could create a variation of looks on different people. I do feel this would pick up very intensely on darker skin tones and may look overwhelming on pale, pink under toned skin, although I don't think this would be terribly common. If you have a medium, yellow skin tone this is your perfect highlighter. 

It is not the smoothest powder ever and does have a few specks of larger glitter but I do not find this offensive and with a good blend and a steady hand I never feel over done wearing this product. It is highly pigmented but blends into the skin tone easily and becomes a subtle glow.

I am so impressed with this product that it has become an obsession and I really want to own a variation of these products but I will just have to wait for another collection.

Zeeta x

Style Crush: Margot Robbie

So can we all just take a moment and adore this wonderful lady! I am obsessed, from her early days on Neighbours to the flourish of her new found Hollywood fame she has always been fabulous and her style just keeps getting better. 

Lets start the style obsession with her everyday, relaxed New York look that she has been donning recently. A gorgeous palazzo pant jump suit perfectly tailored to her shape in a slightly glossy fabric covered effortlessly with a beautiful Chanel-esc coat, simple silver jewellery and her hair pulled back is an easy up-do, whats not to love! 

Taking things up a notch but still keeping it day time and simple we have this lovely black and white peplum concoction. On the bottom this outfit is quite plain but still elegant with perfectly fitting trousers and a pair of large pumps, nothing super special, but when added with the amazing exaggerated peplum with sharp, crisp white details, sublime.  

Looking every bit the classy socialite in this pattern clashing outfit and her 'off duty model' hair, there is nothing I don't love about this look. The mixture of the leopard print and the small Gingham can he hard to pull off, but keeping them in the same colour palette has worked a treat. Keeping the bag simple and classic and adding in a nude pair of pumps is just the cherry on the top!

So we have covered the day time/ casual looks, lets step it up a bit. Keeping the sex appeal she has become known for, this form fitting jumpsuit with a banded waist, slack style pants, a Grecian neckline and of course the delicate lace sleeves. While this is quite a dramatic look, the black colour keeps it elegant.

And finally we are finishing off with her infamous Oscars dress, and where to begin. Lets talk shape, I would call this dress quite a simple cut, but it is how it fits that makes it a winner, the neckline is amazing, the dress doesn't cut under the arms at all, and the way the fabric falls to the ground hitting at just the right length. The spit is very high but placed far enough on the side that the risk of any accidental showings is highly unlikely. 

The fabric itself is quite thick and opaque so the form fitting style is easily smoothed over. Now the accent of the emerald green, I am obsessed with jewel tones in any capacity and this is no exception. The lines of emeralds, surrounded by clear stones lining the waist, up the sides and around the arms is just the right amount of sparkle without over doing it. The Loubotins in the same colour are just enough pop at the bottom to break up the fabric and the simple earrings tie it all together, pure bliss. 

Zeeta x

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Lumi Magique

So a while back I lost my precious M.A.C studio finish concealer and was in desperate need of some replacements, unfortunately I wasn't anywhere near a M.A.C counter or any of the high end brands at all, this lead me to trying a few drugstore concealers which is something I have never dabbled in before.

I decided to pick up the Loreal Lumi Magique concealer on the recommendation of so many people and the endless chatter about its comparison to the YSL Touche Eclat which I wasn't prepared to pay the crazy price tag for. 

Firstly the packaging is stunning, especially for being a drugstore item, not often to you find a product looking this pretty in your local chemist. It is very similar in packaging to the Touche Eclat and the brush also seems very much the same (I have never owned the Touche Eclat but I have swatched it instore).  

The colour I chose was number 1 Light which was the correct colour for me but given the limited 3 shade options there simply wont be one for everyone. I also want to mention the $27.95 price tag attached to this item which I do believe is a rip off. 

The brush works well with the product coming through easily but I don't really understand the use for the brush end as you cannot blend the product out on its own, you could have just as easily used the product with a different applicator.

Now here is where the disappointments started. This product is marketed as a 'Highlighting Concealer', the Highlighter portion is totally correct, creating a variation in skin tone that looks natural but adds shape to the face, but the concealer portion is just not a good name for this product. I found the coverage slightly uneven, patchy in places and just not enough coverage for anything. I wanted to be able to use this product on 'no make up, make up days' but I cannot get away with using this product alone.

The product also dry's very fast which makes it quite hard to blend, not at all something I was expecting.

I will say it really depends on what you are looking for in this item, it simply doesn't meet my needs. If you have very even, normal skin that you only need a little brightening added to make it nice, or perhaps have mature skin, this might work wonders, but for my young, oily skin this does not help the case.

Zeeta x

Beguiled

I thought we would kick off the Winter months with one of my favourite vampy lipsticks, and on the plus side, its at a really great price point.

Of course I am talking about the infamous TopShop 'Beguiled' Lipstick. This stunning product has been compared endlessly to M.A.C's 'Darkside' as well as a myriad of other High End lippies that are substantially more pricey. 

The packaging is the standard TopShop 'LIPS' styling with the white matte tube and the dark grey stripes and text. Although I really like how secure they feel when opening and closing as well as the way they feel in the hand, you cannot deny the outside gets very dirty, very easily. 

Described on the website as a 'Wine' colour, I would totally agree, you could also call it a rich berry tone, or a medium plum. This is honestly my favourite type of colour with my skin tone, I just think the warm, rich and deep mix of colour works for me, and this is one of my favourites. 

As with all TopShop lipsticks they are a matte finish with a very slight satin glow. I find these are one of the most moisturising formulas on the market and are easy to wear all day in comparison to other with a similar texture. 

As a whole I would totally recommend the TopShop lipstick in any colour, they are one of my favourite formulas ever. This colour is spectacular and would look great on anyone of any age, trust me, a mature woman could totally rock this shade. 

Zeeta x

Non-Beauty Favourites of the Moment

It is that time of them month where I share my Favourite Non-Beauty items with you all! 

Check it out here 

Everyday Items

I'm sure I'm not alone when I say I like to keep the necessities in one place, and for me this is a wooden chopping board that was a wonderful wedding gift (I received for attending the wedding, I did not get married) that is a symbol of that wonderful day but also a rather hand places to keep everything I need when running out the door (and look rather stylish)

The board itself is a hard wood 2inch thick, dark stain board that has pride of place on the island in the kitchen as this is the most convent place to keep all of these items. 

First up we have my car keys, nothing too exciting, but I do have a rather cute collection of antique (and completely useless) keys that I have used as my key ring since I got my car, I like it but sometimes I have to sort out eight keys before I get the right one. 

Next is my watch and bangle that I wear everyday without fail. The bangle is a gold band from ASOS that was very affordable (I will link it or something similar HERE) which is the perfect combination with the watch. The watch itself is the Michael Kors MK8077 I believe and is readily available. It is a unisex watch and I adore the size as well as the true yellow gold colour as I am a golden girl at heart.

The sunglasses are a cheap and cheerful pair from Portmans that were $25 just after New Year. I really love the understated round shape that is made even more subtle with the semi clear tortoise shell frame and well blended smoke colour. The lenses are also a mid-tone brown purple which is less harsh then the normal black I tend to go for.

Lastly the necklace is also an ASOS buy but unfortunately it is no longer available. I love this as an everyday piece as it is simple but adds a little edge to an outfit. It is easy to throw on with anything and looks great with my watch. 

I hope you enjoyed this little peak into my everyday Items and how I arrange them for easy use.

Zeeta x