Introducing TummyTox

I'm always excited to try new skincare and beauty brands, whether products or beauty gadgets and when it's both, it's double the fun! Recently I was introduced to the lifestyle brand Tummy Tox, and in this post, I will be sharing the products they kindly sent me and my respective opinions on each, plus a little offer for you if you read till the end!

The products kindly sent to me by Tummy Tox Malta

TummyTox was founded by girls, for girls to help us look and feel better every day. Their range of products covers everything from weight loss to beauty, health, and detox. When the brand reached out to me, I gladly accepted to test some of their products from the beauty and detox ranges out, and share them with you. So, without further ado, let's get into the products in no particular order.

Starting with some gummies, I chose the Multivitamin Gummies and the Shine Bright Gummy Bears, with the former being my favourites as far as taste is concerned. When taken as part of a healthy, balanced diet and active lifestyle, supplements have more of a beneficial effect and when they come in the form of gummies, they are of course more fun to take than a pill. To actually see results, you would need to take at least 3 months' worth of vitamins (6 months will give you better results) and I was given one month of each. I cannot really comment on the effect of the multivitamin ones but I have seen a difference in how hard my nails are ever since I started on the Shine Bright ones and my skin seems to be clearer too. I don't really like the taste of them too as I find it too sugary. However, they have apparently changed the formula to resemble the taste of the Multivitamin gummies so I would be willing to try them again seeing that they already gave me good results.

Both Vitamin gummies are vegan and are rich in essential vitamins and minerals and they are free from gluten, lactose, gelatine and GMO's.

 (Retail Price: €15 each for a month's supply)

Moving on to another beauty product, the K-WOW Face Mask, made out of kaolin clay to deeply cleanse oily skin types. When you first open the mask, it looks as if it has separated. Don't worry, that's normal; you just have to stir it into a homogenous mixture with the provided spatula, apply on clean skin and leave on for 10 - 15 minutes before rinsing it off thoroughly. I find that after using this mask, my skin looks clearer and brighter and it feels fresher too! The product information claims that by time, pores will diminish in size and thus prevents the formation of blackheads. The mask has a 4-in-1 action: deep cleansing, detoxifying, toning and brightening. I can attest that results can be seen from the very first application, so definitely give this a try if you have oily skin prone to blackheads! (Retail Price: €15 for a 75ml pot)

The thing I was most excited to try from this pack was of course the Tummy Tox Vacuum Pore Cleaner. I have been wanting to try one but they are always so expensive so when I saw the Tummy Tox one, I knew I had to try it and share it with you! It comes with 5 different suction heads to suit every skin need (always read the enclosed leaflet to choose the best one for you), 6 filters and a charging USB cable. It has 3 varying speeds, which of course you need to adapt according to your skin type/needs. This nifty gadget claims to 

• suck out all the dirt stuck in your pores by removing blackheads, impurities and excess oils 
• lightly exfoliates the skin 
• improve micro-circulation in the skin
• lifts and tightens the skin and reduced the appearance of double chin
• massages the skin and improves the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles

I have been using this once a week as part of my skin care regime (paired with the K-WOW Face Mask) and my skin seem to look more radiant. I have also been using this on hubby who has much oilier skin than I do and is also more prone to blackheads and well, it being gadget, let's say he enjoys using this 😜 and is always pleased with the (disgusting) results. (Retail Price: €35 for the full set).

Going back to supplements, I have been given a pack of 15 Beauty Drink (now Collagen Drink) sachets which I have been taking day-in, day-out with my main meal. I really like the blueberry taste of this and combined with the Shine Bright beauty gummies, it will give you better results since they both work for the same results. Collagen is a protein and it is the basis of hair, skin and nails. Maintaining it's levels is important for younger-looking skin and prevention of sagging skin so any help is always appreciated, especially if it comes in the form of a tasty drink. (Retail Price: €20 for 15 sachets). 

Lastly, I have to rave about this Lash'N'Brow Enhancer which I have been using religiously every day on my brows. I love how easy it is to apply and it lasts so long! I love to apply it every morning and evening as part of my skin care routine for stronger brow hairs. Growing up, I never had bushy brows and the hairs are on the finer side. To top it off, plucking and waxing caught up with time and my brows have become more sparse at the front part. Luckily, with the Tummy Tox Lash'N'Brow Enhancer, I am noticing that I'm taking less time to fill my brows when doing makeup so I guess it's working! As for my lashes, I cannot say that I am enthusiastic about trying it as while I was initially testing the product, I was suffering from seasonal allergies and had puffy eyelids and crusty skin around my eyes so I cannot say if it was wholly due to the allergies or if the product had anything to do with it.

As a thank you for supporting my page, Tummy Tox have agreed to offer you a €5 discount when mentioning my page for any order over €25 or FREE delivery when purchasing just one product. For orders, you can either place your order online at www.tummytoxmalta.com, contact 79816974, or email sales@tummytoxmalta.com. Don't forget to mention Lara's Pint of Style to avail of the above offer!

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Wonder Gaze Look with Rimmel London

The eyes are the window to the soul and thanks to Rimmel London, everyone can now achieve a wondrous gaze worthy of a stare or two! I was lucky enough to be sent some newly launched products from the brand and needless to say, I was curious to see how they performed right away!

Rimmel London is a staple brand in many makeup collections because despite their affordable price tag, the brand doesn't compromise on the quality of the products. Speaking of great quality products, did you know that 'rimmel' translates to 'mascara' in many a Mediterranean language thanks to the brand's highly successful mascara created by the founder Eugene Rimmel himself?

I guess great Rimmel mascaras have stood the test of time and one of the latest to join the family is the Wonder'FULLY Real keratin and argan oil mascara. I love this mascara and it is my current go-to one. It is very black which is always a plus and it doesn't smudge or flake off. The only issue I have with it is that it is a very wet mascara and the wand picks up a lot of product so I have to remove the excess before applying it; but other than that, I would recommend this mascara especially because it lengthens lashes like there's no tomorrow!

Next we have the Wonder Wing eyeliner. This is something like I have never seen before - it's got a stamp applicator which helps you achieve the perfect cat eye in no time while the pointed tip helps to line the rest of your eyes to perfection. I was most curious about this eyeliner from the products I received so I had to try it right away. I'm not going to lie - it is one of the easiest products to use! I swear by gel eyeliner and it's still my favourite but whenever I am in a hurry, I'll just grab this Wonder Wing Eyeliner and I'm good to go!

I still struggle with brows. Fact. But, The Rimmel London Brow This Way Pencil Pomade Fix & Fill makes things sooooo much easier! I have given up using pot pomades to fill my brows and just use this instead - in just one step my brows are filled and fixed so it's a great time saver. I got the shade Dark which suits my natural brow colour perfectly and I like that you can sharpen the tip to ensure a precise application every time. The pencil pomade stays on all day without fading or smudging.

Lastly, I got the Scandal Eyes Waterproof Kohl Kajal in 003 Brown. This couldn't have been a better choice, for brown complements my eye colour and it's a great alternative to black especially for daytime looks. I am not new to Scandal Eyes as I have some other colours from the range which I reach for very often. Staying power is great though you may need to reapply throughout the day.

Thank you Rimmel London Malta for giving me the opportunity to try out these fabulous products! Find them yourselves at various outlets across Malta & Gozo.

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Event | Catrice Cosmetics Autumn / Winter 2017 New Products Launch

I never get tired of saying this and even more so, I never get tired of looking at it - The Grand Harbour is the best view we have all around the island so you can imagine my delight when I was invited for the launch of the fall collection from Catrice Cosmetics at the Panorama Lounge in Valletta overlooking the said Grand Harbour!

Catrice Cosmetics is a German makeup brand under the Cosnova portfolio and has been around since 2004. I have regarded the brand as a special one ever since it was launched locally by Pharma.MT for it was one of the first brands to work with us bloggers along with sister brand Essence.

Catrice is all about innovation and they produce over 1400 products which come in both classic and trendy colour variations. The brand is heavily inspired by catwalk and fashion trends and in fact, it has ongoing collaborations with German fashion houses Kaviar Gauche and Lala Berlin. So what will the brand bring our way in autumn 2017?

For starters, they are embracing the concept of individuality with the launch of their Art Couleurs Palette for eyeshadows which is supplied empty and you can fill it with up to 4 of your favourite Art Couleurs eyeshadow shades. The eyeshadows come in matt and shimmer finishes and bear the new, cleaner and more sophisticated looking logo. I think it's cool that the base is fully transparent and hollow for the eyeshadows to fit in and still show the shade name and number! Struggling to find the right shade of foundation? Catrice has now got you covered with the Prime and Fine Makeup Transformer Drops!

Other new products include the Liquid Metal Cream Eyeshadows and the Glam & Doll Waterproof False Lashes mascara to complement the already successful range of Glam & Doll Mascaras as well a the Ultimate Chrome palette which is just breathtaking!

As for lips, there are the new Lip Dressers and the Liquid Lip Powder which dry to a matte metallic finish as well some new shades for the exiting lip product ranges. For the face, it is all about a bright luminous complexion and colour correction. My favourites are the Re-Touch Concealers and the Professional Makeup Techniques Face Palette.

Ultimately, they have launched a new nail polish range, ICONails, comprising 36 colours and a gel top coat. I am currently wearing shade 10 Rosywood Hills which Stephanie from Lacquer Nail Bar in Naxxar applied on my nails during the event. The nail polish is supposed to last for 7 days without top coat which can be extended to 10 days with the ICONails Gel Top Coat. I'll put it to the test and share the results in a separate blog post :) For those favouring a matte look on their nails, there is the new Silk Matte Top Coat too. Oh and how gorgeous do the Brown Collection nail polishes look with those rose gold caps?!

Catrice is really breaking the rules with their innovative, quality products at a very affordable price range which are appealing to a lot of women of different ages don't you think?

I wanted to share the excitement with you guys and at the same thank you for your ongoing support so, to celebrate the launch of the Autumn collection, I will be giving away some newly launched products to one lucky reader! Head over to my Facbeook page to discover how you can be in the chance of winning this bundle!

Lastly, thank you Catrice and Pharma.MT for having me, I look forward to test run all these new products!

Discovering Estee Lauder Skin Care at Franks

Skin care is my favourite part of a beauty routine - having a nice, smooth canvas makes for easier makeup application and better results. I joined the Estee Lauder VIP Session held at Franks The Plaza on Friday the 29th of September to discover more about this luxury brand and what it has to offer.

The Estee Lauder brand saw it's inception in the year 1946 when Mrs. Lauder wanted something new to offer to women in terms of skin care back when only a couple of products were available on the market. The first shop was opened in Sachs, New York and Estee Lauder products were deemed expensive by customers, hence, to boost sales, 'samples' of the products were given out so that clients can try before they commit to buying the full sized product. As a matter of fact, the term 'sample' was coined by Estee Lauder. They even offered gifts with purchase to make the client feel more special.

Following a run-through of all the products offered by the brand, one could easily deduce that it is all about creating innovative formulas that deliver the promised results. Their skin care ranges target all skin concerns and most of the products are even multi-purpose. For example the cleansers have ingredients that pertain to both a conventional cleanser as well as a makeup remover. They come in different formulas to suit everyone's needs and of course, there is a complementing range of products for an all round caring experience.

Estee Lauder is mostly renowned for it's serums and it is in fact considered a serum brand. Their best seller has to be the Advanced Night Repair which can be used by anyone as it is considered as a preventive product. It acts onto the deeper layers of the skin and contains Hyaluronic Acid to plump the skin. Apart from the Advanced Night Repair, the Estee Lauder brand carries serums for other skin concerns such as dehydration, oily skin and pigmentation.

There are even the more luxurious brands for mature skin types, which promise to aid in restoring youthfulness to the skin thanks to a higher concentration of Hyaluronic Acid. 

I thoroughly enjoyed this session and look forward to attending more of them to discover more luxurious brands Franks has to offer. If you'd like to join, do follow the Frank's Facebook page to know when the next session will be held.

3INA The Bestsellers

Ever since 3INA opened their doors in Malta, the brand has fast become a firm favourite with women of all ages. Like every other makeup brand, there are products that are favoured over others by customers, so this time round, 3INA are promoting their best selling products of the moment as a collection aptly entitled, The Bestsellers.

The 'collection' has a vast number of products from across all 3INA product ranges. To me, a best-selling product must have excellent staying power and pigmentation, a good formula to work with and value for money. Read on to see if the products I have from The Bestsellers collection fulfil these criteria. I have The Longwear Lipstick 500 (€7.95), The Highlighter 201 (€10.95) and The Cream Eyeshadow 313 (€8.95).

All of these products are right up my alley in terms of colour and I am already familiar with the formulation of the lipstick and the cream eyeshadow as I already own a couple of other shades of each. Nevertheless, I am still excited to try these shades out. 3INA always come up with different propositions for makeup looks with every collection they come out with and this was no exception. Moreover, they came up with different combinations of best-sellers to create various looks! I opted for a halo effect eyeshadow look and red lips - a look that's perfect for summer nights out.

Back to the products I was sent, my favourite product out of them, is The Cream Eyeshadow. The colour is a sort of bronzy-gold and the mousse like texture makes for easy application and buildable colour intensity. I like that no primer is needed with this eyeshadow and that once it dries, it just doesn't budge or crease.

Next up is the lipstick. Red is one of my favourite lipstick shades - it is a classic shade that is always in fashion and has a somewhat classy aura; in fact, I am a firm believer in the mantra that red lipstick gives you a confidence boost. One word of warning though, be sure to scrub your lips before applying this lipstick as it can go on a little patchy. I wore this lipstick to a birthday party I was invited to and it stayed on all night amid all the drinking, eating and conversing. It definitely gets the thumbs up from me.

The Highlighter is a new product for me from 3INA. I expected the texture to be similar to that of the blushers but it's not. I found this to be less powdery and more creamy and overall it is a joy to work it. It can be built up or toned down depending on the look you're going for. Again, truly a must-have product!

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