L'Occitane Gift Box - Fleurs Merveilleuses

Hey there! Today I'll write about products I got as a gift for Christmas! Yes, I know, that's like months ago! Can you believe that I had something for so long without using it, or even trying it? Something like a gift box from L'Occitane?!

Yes, it was in the gift box all this time and I just started to use it :) Well, not all of it. ;) Let's see what I got in it :) It contains Fleurs Marveilleuses limited edition collection shower gel, shimmer oil, hand cream and soap bar. :)

Also, L'Occitane is not a brand of natural cosmetics, it doesn't have any certificate, unfortunately. Just to clear out that on the start. I hear so many times how this brand is great because it's natural.. Yes they had a collection with a certificate some time ago, but at the moment none of the products have it. 

I have checked slovenian web page by L'Occitane and  there is also a Eau de Toillete available, in 75 ml bottle. Also I think that all of these four are available in the stores :)

The shower gel is still waiting to be used, but I can tell you that it smells so great! I only tested it on my hands and it's really great scent and the packaging is also nice. I love the shape of the bottle, it's plastic but it's functional and sturdy, it won't break easy. The product promises that when the gel is in contact with waterit turns into plentiful and fragrant foam that gently cleanses without drying the skin and is scented with wonderful charming fragrance of flowers. It contains extracts of rose, peony and raspberry. It contains 250 ml, which will last me a long time. I love their shower gels and I always spare them for as long as I can because they smell so great and because they are quite expensive...
Also this shower gel contains Sodium Laureth Sulfate on second spot! Just in case your skin doesn't tolerate this very well.

And now the product that I love in this collection! Especially now that summer is starting and I'll get the chance to use it a lot more! I couldn't find it online, so I don't know if you can buy it still. This whole collection smells fantastic! I mean it's a gentle scent, not as heavy as let's say Peony, but it's deep and stays on the skin for long time.This shimmering oil  comes in a glass bottle, really classy looking and contains 75 ml. In comparison with Alverde shimmer oil this smells so fantastic! It's more oily than creamy, Alverde one is more easy to grasp and spread, because the consistency appears to be more creamy. Here it's quite more oily, and leaves a nice shine by itself :) There are no ingredients on the bottle, so I can not really say what it's made of. It has lots and lots of golden glitters, you need to shake the bottle well before use. Anyway, it has quite a lot more glitter parts than Essence Shimmer spray and leaves a more visible and even glow.  The application of this one is a bit more difficult because when you pour it in your hands it tends to leek out of your palm, so small doses and repeat is the best option for even applicaton, let's say on legs. :) If you can get this one, I really recommend it and it's better than the Alverde or Essence ones. On the photos below you can see some swatches too :) It leaves the skin more oily, but not too greasy, anyway on summer evening this is a must!

This soap gently cleanses without drying the skin and adds delicate scent with a magical blend of fragrant roses, peonies and red berries. Contains extract roses and peonies. I love this soap, sometimes I shower with this because it's so great! but I'm gonna run out soon, the soap is after all quite small. It comes in a plastic packaging that you just have to tear off and it contains 50g.

Hand cream is also one of my favourites because it really makes my skin better. One of the rare hand cream products that actually help me, however this may sound strange. It's a good product, but this is hardly the best hand cream out there you can get, ingredients wise. Cetearyl Alcohol on third spot already.. But all of these L'Occitane creams have something in common that actually helps my hands and cuticles. It's white coloured cream, comes in  their usual aluminium bottle, plastic cap. Contains 30 ml of product.

And now the swatches of my beloved shimmer oil I have promised you before :) Enjoy more photos :)

Do you use any products by L'Occitane? Do they work for you? I love this brand and most of the products I had by them so far are pretty awesome! Also, they are more expensive than my normal buys so.. I use them when I want to treat myself or they can be a great gift to someone you know loves their cosmetics :)

Thanks for reading!

Love, UniqaPoly

Review&Swatches: Deborah - Euphoric Shine lipglosses

Hey there! Soo.. I've had these lipglosses for some time now.. and I've finally got time to give them the proper review and swatches :) These are by Deborah Milano, named Euphoric Shine. I have five shades, but on them they have only numbers, 03, 04, 09,10,11. Later I found some names for them too, on a slovenian online web store. So the names are 03 Golden Beige, 04 Golden Pink, 09 Plum, 10 Cherry, 11 Coral.

The packaging is simple, plastic bottle, plastic cap (shiny and silvery), the applicator is a classical sponge, not shaped in any way.  Except for the last shade 11 Coral, that one has a different applicator, I don't know why. Maybe it's just my version, maybe all of them are like that. The applicator is small, flat without the sponge on it. I was already thinking that maybe the sponge wasn't  glued enough or something and it's swimming on the bottom of my lipgloss?

This is shade 03 Golden Beige. The colour is in person even more golden, even more shiny. All shades have shiny pigments in it, they are all shimmery. Especially shade 09 Plum, has even more of bigger and more visible glitter. So basically, the shades I have are all glittery and shiny. Also in this range are shades that are matte, without visible glittery particles, but I didn't like the colours, so I chose these.

This is shade 04 Golden Pink. To me it looks more frosty in the bottle, less pink than it appears on the photot here. On the swatches it appears like it has more silvery and not golden shimmer in it and on lips it seems more like a clear gloss with silvery shimmer.

This is shade 09 Plum. It's really dark in the bottle, but when applied it is very light pink with visible glitter. I liked it because it was different and I use it most often of them all. Lately, I like a lot of glitter products so.. this seems to be the cause. You can try to build it up, but it won't be easy, it will never look as dark as in the bottle.

This is shade 10 Cherry. It appears to be more browny shade, but it really is more reddish-browny. On direct sunlight the pigments make it seem more red than brown. Application of this colour is a bit more difficult because it takes longer than with the rest of the colours to get the even look all over the lips. Also building it up to look just as dark as in the bottle can't be done, because the texture won't let you. Just the same as with 09 Plum.

This is shade 11 Coral. It's a lovely coral colour, easy to apply, easy to get even colour with one swipe it gives full coverage. It doesn't need building up because with one swipe you get the colour you see in the bottle. Anyway building up with this one would be as difficult as with the rest of them, the texture will not let you :P

left to right: 11 Coral, 10 Cherry, 09 Plum, 04 Golden Pink, 03 Golden Beige

The scent - they all have a light sweet scent, not fruity, just sugary. It doesn't bother me and when applied it doesn't really stick out so much, just at the moment of applicaton, otherwise they seem ok.

The texture - they are really creamy. And I mean it creamy! Not like some Catrice or Essence stuff, this is really heavy and a bit sticky at the beginning. It is not easy to spread another layer on it, that's why building up the colour is such a hard work. Maybe with the lip brush, but on the go, only with the spongeyou probably can't do it. The colour that seems to be most easy to build up is 03 Golden beige. Also, the shade 11 Coral is a bit more liquidy than the rest, the other four seem to be more sticky.

Long lasting? Well yes and no. They will stay put for about two hours.. than the glossy component will start to dry and the colour will be still there on the lips, but not as visible as before and not as shiny. So if you are looking for something that will be like Revlon's Mineral Lipglaze's.. this is not it.

In comparison with my other lipglosses that I own (Essence, Catrice, Revlon, S-he, Alverde, Bourjois...) I would place this somewhere in between Revlon and Bourjois. Or on the same level as Bourjois. My opinion is based on what I expected and what I need from a product like lip gloss. I get enough colour, I like all five of them, I am satisfied with the finish. I wish they would last longer on lips, but that's fine. After all it's a lip gloss. The purpose of lip gloss is that you can do touch ups without mirror, on the go, that if you need something to pick you up and make you look better, you grab one of these and look pulled together instantly. Easy application, not like with the lipsticks when you do need a mirror, a steady hand and more time. The scent is ok, the textures are quite a lot better than Essence or Catrice. At least for me, those two are mostly a bit too liquidy and don't give as much coverage as these do. Also they are not as good as Revlon ones, because.. it's Revlon, I love their lip products and they are mostly prety perfect in every sense :D Also, these are not too sticky!!! They just feel like it when first applied, but when the sit in they feel natural, like I had nothing on! :)

And now swatches on the lips :)

03 Golden Beige

04 Golden Pink

09 Plum

10 Cherry

11 Coral

The photos make these colours some injustice, 03 and 04 seem like the smae colour, but they are not. I just couldn't make the golden shine come out more on the light I had when I was taking these photos. On the sun, it's quite visible you are wearing a gold lipgloss. And as for 04 on the sun it appears like a shiny gloss, just slightly pinky, almost as the colours of my lips. And the 09 is darker than here, the glitter is visible nicely.

Do you have any of them? Do you like them? What's your favourite brand to buy lipglosses from?

Thanks for reading!

Love, UniqaPoly

Preview: Essence - Girls on Tour LE and Design Edition LE:)

Hey! This post is actually a combination of two new limited editions. First one is Girls on tour and second one is Design Edition. :)

A city trip to London, Barcelona or Paris, an elaborate shopping tour of your favorite boutiques and wild party nights that should never come to an end: whatever you get up to, it’s always more fun with your best friends! essence is sending all girls on an exciting journey of discovery in June and July 2013 with the new trend edition “girls on tour”. Whether you’re going sightseeing, partying in a club or heading out for a shopping marathon – these practical products are sure to get all beauties looking their best in no time at all! Part of the crew: an eyeshadow palette with six perfectly aligned colors ranging from subtle to intense, a duo cream for your lips and cheeks, four different nail polish shades, a summery fragrance and a folding brush with a mirror. The absolute highlight of this trend edition is the fashionable cell phone accessory that looks like a camera! Thanks to their practical format, these products are sure to fit into any handbag – even the tiniest clutch… absolutely ideal for all girls “on tour”!

Eyeshadow palette: London eye: subtle beige, soft pink, intensive mint, warm bronze gold, bright pink and fresh turquoise green. The variety in this eyeshadow palette guarantees that you’re spoiled for choice when you’re on the go and is absolutely essential for girls who love change! Includes a make-up guide for two different urban eye make-up styles.

 Lip & cheek creme: The creamy formula of the lip & cheek creme conjures-up a hint of fresh color on the lips and cheeks of all tourists. For a great look when you head for the trendiest shops and hotspots in all the big metropolitan areas around the world.

 Nail polish: With these four trendy and long-lasting nail polish colors. Rosé, purple, pink and green add a touch of color on your nails and thanks to their practical size, they’re perfect when you’re on tour with the girls. Available in 01 voyage, voyage!, 02 go, sightseeing!, 03 hop on, hop off! and 04 tickets, please.

Fragrance: 

City guide! Just follow your nose – it’s sure to point you and your best friends in the direction of the trendiest neighborhoods, shopping meccas and hippest clubs. Fruity, floral and with a subtle sweet note, this fragrance spreads a true summer feeling and is sure to put you in the mood for the next city trip with the girls.

Pocket brush & mirror:  If you travel a lot, you’re sure to appreciate this handy beauty helper. The folding brush and mirror set comes in a practical purse-size to ensure that all beauties are perfectly armed for a quick styling session to go. On your marks, get styling, go!

 Phone charm: This cool retro-camera cell phone charm is sure to make stylish girls even happier to reach for the phone and take that call! Th ultimate must-have to turn your cell into an all-time favorite fashion accessory!

Spring and summer collections: essence is brightening up the months until summer finally arrives with bold colors and cool designs. From Spring 2013, removing your make-up and nail polish as well as pampering your hands is more fun than ever with the colorful limited “design editions”. Springtime blossoms, bright tropical designs and cute little hearts and stars – the cool appearance of the packaging definitely plays a major role and is totally eye-catching. Spring is nature’s way of saying “let’s party”… with essence.

 2in1 hand and nail balm: The 2in1 hand and nail balm pampers stressed hands, nails and cuticles with yoghurt extracts and calcium while the playful, flowery design is a treat for your eyes! This moisturizing care is absorbed really fast for gorgeous, soft and caressable hands in an instant!

24h  hand protection balm: The 24-hour protection balm provides ultimate protection as well as a lovingly designed packaging that’s sure to awaken your spring spirit. A combination of shea butter and coconut oil pampers your hands and forms a special repair formula to offer extremely dry hands intense moisture. The 24h formula ensures protection and care as well as preventing your skin from drying out – all day and all night, too, if you want!

 Make-up remover wipes normal&dry skin:
Around the world: gentle, uncomplicated cleansing for your eyes, lips and face is absolutely essential wherever you are. The make-up remover wipes are ideal for travelling or when you’re on-the-go. And now you can look forward to a cool design from spring onwards, too! Dermatologically tested.

Make-up remover wipes waterproof: All beach babes and bathing beauties take note: the remover wipes waterproof reliably remove waterproof make-up from your eyes, lips and face in a totally uncomplicated manner. Ideal when you’re on vacation or on-the-go, this trendy design edition is a must-have for every purse! Dermatologically tested.

Nail polish remover -  hardening: Put a stop to soft, brittle nails and bland designs: the essence nail hardening nail polish remover is specially aligned with the requirements of soft and stressed nails, and the bright, summery design is sure to give your spirits a boost, too! The particularly pampering formula helps strengthen your nails and gives them a strong and healthy look. Its delicious strawberry–passion fruit scent puts you in the mood for warm rays of sunshine on your skin. And thanks to the acetone-free formula, it’s also suitable for artificial nails.


Nail polish remover - moisturizing: Fast, gentle, thorough and now in a colorful tropical design! This nail polish is for those who are always in a hurry but still place a lot of importance on great results! Just a few swipes are enough to remove all types of nail polish without leaving behind any residue. And thanks to its special formula, the surface of your nails and your cuticles are replenished with moisture during use. The result: healthy, strong nails. With a wonderfully exotic coconut-papaya scent and a gorgeous summery packaging – for an awesome holiday feeling!

A particularly practical travel companion: in June 2013, both nail polish removers from the standard range will also be available in a cute travel size with 50ml.

Ok, what a lon g post. I hope you found something new you might wanna try. :) To me both of these limited editions are.. naaahhh.. I don't know. Really nothing special this time.

Thanks for reading!

Love, UniqaPoly

Preview: Essence - Ticket to paradise LE

Hey there! Another preview, this time Essence Ticket to paradise LE.

Last call for all passengers with a ticket to paradise! With its trend edition “ticket to paradise” essence is sending all sun goddesses to beautiful beaches, tropical climates and idyllic islands where fun and relaxation are in perfect harmony this June and July 2013. Bright colors like gold, orange, fuchsia, purple, turquoise and azure blue spread a feeling of pure summer while light, gel-like textures give your face a fresh glow without feeling heavy on your skin – just right for the high temperatures at the beach or when you’re out and about! In addition to jelly eyeshadows, transparent lipglosses and lipliners as well as semi-transparent nail polish colors, the highlights of this trend edition include a shimmer powder with a floral 3D imprint and the hair mascara, which is available in mint or purple for a unique and trendy hair look! So let’s head to paradise – with these awesome products by essence.

Eyeshadow: This eyeshadow accentuates your eyes in intense turquoise, bright azure blue or summery gold with a subtle shimmer. Its slightly cooling, gel-like texture is ideal for hot days at the beach as it softly rests on your lid without settling in the crease. Apply several layers to intensify the color. Open your eyes, summer is here! Available in 01 dive with me to the island, 02 deep sea baby and 03 tropical heat.

 Lipgloss:
The three glosses in orange, fuchsia and turquoise give your lips a touch of color to underline your island beauty look. With a light shimmer and a subtle scent, they are the ultimate companions – and not just in the Caribbean. Available in 01 sun said red, 02 my treasure island and 03 dive with me to the island.

Lipliner:
No matter whether you use it to outline your lips or color them in completely for even more expression – the light, glossy texture is super-easy to apply and is a perfect match for the lipglosses. Available in 01 sun said red and 02 my treasure island.

 Hair mascara: The hair mascara in purple and turquoise sets summer color accents in your hair and is so much fun. The texture is super-easy to apply and all you have to do is wash your hair to remove it. Available in 01 rumble in the jungle and 02 dive with me to the island.

Nail polish: Destination glossy nails… these colorful, long-lasting nail polishes in turquoise, gold, orange and fuchsia have a semi-transparent gel-like texture to create a cool, glossy wet-look. Make a brilliant impression on the island of your dreams! Available in 01 dive with me to the island, 02 tropical heat, 03 sun said red and 04 my treasure island.

 Shimmer powder:  The shimmer powder is an absolute must-have if you’re going for a natural-looking glow. It conjures-up gorgeous golden shimmer highlights on your face and neckline. And the 3D design with hibiscus blossoms and palm tree leaves turn this it-piece into a real eyecatcher! Now you’re sure to have fun in the sun. Available in 01 tropical heat.

So.. what do you think? Anything you would like to try? To me the most interesting appears the light blue lipgloss, would really like to see how it looks on lips :)

Thanks for reading!

Love, UniqaPoly

Preview: Catrice - Glamazona LE

Hello! This time I'm  posting about new Catrice limited edition named "Glamazona", which is recognizable for animal flower prints and tropical colours :) It will be available in June and July 2013 :)

Fashion designers are loving the exotic blossoms and untamed wildlife of the Amazon this spring. Mysterious. Extravagant. Glamorous. The Limited Edition “Glamazona” by Catrice brings the dazzling rainforest to the city. Bright and sometimes even metallic, this beauty spectacle inspires the hunting instinct of all Amazon queens. Their prey includes summer must-haves such as the Crocodile Cracker for unique nail designs with a crocodile skin appearance and the shimmering Liquid Gold Topper to conjure-up beautiful highlights on your face and body. Welcome to the metropolitan jungle by Catrice.

Absolute eye colour:
Intensive colours, long durability and high coverage complemented by an animal and flower packaging that is sure to survive the urban jungle. In two bright and two metallic shades. Available in shades 01 I got the flower, 02 Lime Heart Is Beating Like  A Jungle Drum, 03 Jungle Treasure, 04 cARMOURflage.

Defining blush: The ultra-fine powder rouge with a breathtaking relief structure is easy to blend and conjures-up a naturally fresh look. For a radiant complexion and beautiful definition on the contours of your face. Available in two shades, 01 I'm A Survivir, 02 I Got The Flower!

Lip Colour pen: The practical pens are easy to handle and have a soft, retractable mine – for an accurate application and glossy results without drying out. Available in two shades, 01  I'm A Survivor, 02 I've Got The Flower!

Liquid Gold Topper: This Topper is reminiscent of liquid gold and is a true source of inspiration for your Amazon make-up style. The quick-drying liquid can be applied on top of eyeshadow or worn as face and body shimmer for glittering highlights. Its water-based texture has a high pigmentation to intensify any look. Available in one shade 01 Jungle Treasure.

Crocodile cracker: Create an exciting jungle look on your nails with the Crocodile Cracker. This special-effect polish cracks open while it dries to leave behind a unique crocodile skin appearance in metallic gold on your nails. The Crocodile Cracker looks best applied on top of colour nail polish – for the look of the summer. Available in one shade 01 cARMOURflage.

Ultimate Nail Lacquer:  Trendy emerald, intensive violet, signal red and bright lime are reminiscent of the beautiful vegitation and wildlife in paradise. In addition to the ultimate long-lasting texture and coverage, the Ultimate Nail Lacquers also offer the most gorgeous colours of the rainforest. Available in four shades, 01 Dirty Liana, 02 I Got The Flower!, 03 I’m A Survivor and 04 Lime Heart Is Beating Like A Jungle Drum.

Anything you like? I'm mostly interested in two greenish-golden eyeshadows and in the liquid gold topper. It seems like something I will want to try. The rest is hmm.. too bright for my taste :)

Thanks for reading!

Love, UniqaPoly