Monday 23 December 2019

November Empties & Christmas 2019 Giveaway!...

Hi lovelies! Hope you are all safe and well, and not getting too stressed over the silly season. Only two more sleeps till the magic of Christmas is well and truly sealed. I decided this year to not have a separate giveaway for this special time as I'm one of those who believe that the spirit of Christmas should be in our hearts all year long, which is why I have a giveaway every month. So it's business-as-usual at kats colourings, but I have added a few little extras to the giveaway to mark this extra special occasion. And of course, there are my November empties to cover (almost all of them are regulars!), so let's proceed before all the chimneys are full of red legs lol ♥...

November Empties - all the products I used up last month

Body

Johnson & Johnson Advanced Healing Hydro Seal Band-Aid  (box of 10, RRP $8.47)
Last reviewed a few years ago and should be a regular, but I keep forgetting to hold onto the box, and the 10-pack lasts over 12 months. This is the only product I use for cuts, blisters and mosquito bites (stops me scratching them) - almost invisible and the stay put till the spot is healed. More expensive than regular band-aids, but there's no comparison when it comes to effectiveness ♥♥♥...
Repurchase?
Absolutely ♥♥♥...

Natures Commonscents Natural Goats Milk & Paw Paw Body Wash (500ml, $8.00)
The last time this appeared was in October 2016, but having rediscovered it recently (when bestie gave it to me 'cos she couldn't take the scent) I've no doubt it will be included in the Regulars section going forward. The formula is the same creamy moisturising delight as the plain Goats Milk one but differs in that it has this unusual Paw Paw scent, which probably isn't for everybody. There's something a bit sour about it, and I while I would call the scent authentic, I didn't review the smell all that joyously back then, but it's grown on me. No sulphates, parabens or tested on animals, it is deliciously hydrating, and the bottle is HUGE. Just wish I could find the oatmeal scrub one, but it seems to have slipped under the supermarket radar ♥♥♥...
Repurchase?
Already have ♥♥♥...

Regulars
Oral-B 3D White Luxe Glamorous White Toothpaste (96g, RRP $9.49)
White Glo Charcoal Total Mouth Detox Whitening Mouthwash (500ml, RRP $6.99)


Face

 Beechworth Honey Bush Honey & Macadamia Gentle Scrub (100ml, RRP $12)
Sad this is no longer available in supermarkets, but I love it so much I buy it from their website. My review HERE ♥♥♥...
Repurchase?
Forever ♥♥♥...

 Breeze Balm Lip Balm - Pineapple Pash (15g, RRP $19.95)
The best, most effective, most delicious lip balm I've ever tried. I thought I would love the banana one more, but Pineapple Pash is the winner for its fruity-freshness. Makes me smile whenever I apply it, lasts for ages. Full and lovingly raved-about review HERE ♥♥♥...
Repurchase?
Oooh yes, plus I ordered their Fruit Smash Trio, which is Go Go Mango, Watermelon Crush & Apple Burst which I'll review separately once I've cracked the seal ♥♥♥...

Regulars
Neutrogena Make-up Remover Cleansing Towelettes (Pack of 25, RRP $7.99) 
Neutrogena Oil-Free Eye Make-up Remover (112ml, RRP $10.89) 
St. Ives Fresh Skin Apricot Scrub (150ml, RRP $9.99)
Swisspers Make-up Pads (Pack of 80, RRP $3.79)


Face Masks

 Oh boo! Not one sheet mask in November - a testament to my workload, extra Sunday sleeps and a few unexpected social activities. But I'll be back with a vengeance in 2020 as there are HEAPS more on the market to try, as well as renewing my acquaintance with my longtime faves ♥♥♥...
Regulars
Purederm Ginkgo Eye Puffiness Minimizing Patches (2 pairs, RRP $3)
Skin Republic Retinol Hydrogel Under Eye Patch (3 pairs, RRP $9.99)


Hair

Goldwell Dualsenses Color Revive Color Giving Conditioner - Icy Blonde (200ml, RRP $32.95)
The only color conditioner I use these days - smells divine and it certainly counteracts the yellowing that is inevitable when going ashy ♥♥♥...
Repurchase?
Can't live without it ♥♥♥...

Regulars
Goldwell Kerasilk Control Conditioner (250ml, RRP $34.95)
Goldwell Kerasilk Control Shampoo (250ml, RRP $35.95)
Schwarzkopf Live Colour Pastels - Cool Grey, Metallic - Lilac Chrome & Denim Steel (RRP $5.49)


Makeup

 Eye of Horus Precision Sharpener (RRP $10)
The best sharpener for their awesome Goddess Pencils. I go through one about every 12 months - it does lose it's sharpness eventually, but I wouldn't dream of using anything else to keep my eye crayons in perfect shape ♥♥♥...
Repurchase?
You betcha ♥♥♥...

Regulars
Australis AC On Tour Contouring & Highlighting Kit - Cool Tone Cream (RRP $24.95)
Maybelline Master Precise Allday Liquid Eyeliner (RRP $15.95)
Maybelline Total Temptation Brow Definer (RRP $17.95)
Maybelline Volume Express The Falsies Waterproof Mascara (RRP $19.95)


Giveaway


A selection of my favourites, plus a few little extras to sweeten the pot. I'll keep this going for an extra week in case some of my faithful followers are away on hols...
  • Beechworth Honey Bush Honey & Macadamia Gentle Scrub
  • BreezeBalm Lip Balm - Pineapple Pash (love!)
  • Maybelline Master Precise Allday Liquid Eyeliner
  • Maybelline The Falsies Waterproof Mascara - Very Black
  • Nutrimetics Nutri Rich Oil Ointment with Apricot Kernal Oil
  • Nutrimetics Iris & Geranium Scented Hand Creme and Soap
  • Skin Republic Retinol Hydrogel Under Eye Patches
  • The Elizabeth Taylor Miniature Fragrance Collection - White Diamonds EDT, Passion EDT, White Diamonds Night EDT (a personal fave), Forever Elizabeth EDP
All items were purchased by me and the approximate value is $175.  The giveaway is open to...

Australian Residents Only! 
Here's how to enter...
  1. Leave a blog post comment on this page that answers the question inside the Rafflecopter (please note: if you don't leave a comment on this page, you won't be included in the draw!) If you're unable to leave a comment for technical reasons, please email your answer to katshepsutt(at)gmail.com.
  2. Leave your email address inside the Rafflecopter so I can contact you if you win
  3. Follow my blog one way or another from the many choices listed
  4. Only one entry per person, please read the T's & C's inside the Rafflecopter

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    This giveaway is now closed  - check back later tonight to find out who won!

     a Rafflecopter giveaway
    Woo hoo! - random.org has chosen the beautiful Manda G. as the winner.  
    Congratulations gorgeous! 
    Manda, please respond to the email I've sent you by midnight
    Wednesday 8th January to claim your prize :-)
    Edit: Manda has claimed her prize ♥
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    Best of luck to all who enter, and Merry Christmas!

    Take care of you,
    kats xxx
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    33 comments:

    1. Amazeballs1623 December 2019 at 20:47

      I have never tried dyeing my lashes or eyebrows at home, I get my brows done professionally in case something goes wrong lol

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      1. katshepsutt24 December 2019 at 15:42

        I'm thinking that might be best for me too Amazeballs - I'm just a bit nervous that any way I do it, they'll be too dark, or the wrong shape lol! xxx

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    2. MerryGoRound23 December 2019 at 22:11

      Just might have to get that Eye of Horus sharpener. If it’s anything like the quality of their other products, I’m definitely sold.

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      1. katshepsutt24 December 2019 at 15:43

        I reckon it's a must if you have their Goddess pencils MerryGoRound - other sharpeners I've used have mashed up the liner product, but not this little baby xxx

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    3. MerryGoRound23 December 2019 at 22:14

      Have done both at home and it’s not that hard ... until you get two curious WHITE kittens. Now it’s salon only for everyone’s benefit!

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      1. katshepsutt24 December 2019 at 15:45

        Gosh MGR, did they end up with dye on them? I have an eyebrow dyeing kit, but no kitty any more so I won't have any feline interference ha ha xxx

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    4. Fawn24 December 2019 at 07:44

      Ive only had my lashes dyed twice in my life and both times they were done professionally. On one occasion it was done by a friend of mine who ws just setting up her own beauty business from home and she wanted someone to trial things out on. It was awesome. No way I would try this at home. I would be way too scared that I would stuff up.

      Kats ....this giveaway is seriously awesome. Being the perfumeaholic that I am I cant help but be excited by that awesome gift set.
      Merry Christmas to you and your loved ones and thank you for sharing your wonderful thoughts with us through this blog. Your honesty and all your amazing competitions show just how truly kind and awesome you are.

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      1. katshepsutt24 December 2019 at 15:48

        Aww Fawn thanks hon - it's sweethearts like you that inspire me to keep going with this little blog ♥♥♥ I've had a couple of dyeing kits on my bench for months but just can't bring myself to try them out - the struggle (and the fear) is real lol xxx

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    5. Ariane Bowie24 December 2019 at 09:49

      I have not tried this, I use a pencil every single day. I love to try new brands/shades

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      1. katshepsutt24 December 2019 at 15:49

        Hi Ariane, yep me too - I draw them on every morning or else I look like an alien lol

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    6. katshepsutt24 December 2019 at 15:41

      Posting on behalf of Claire F:
      Hi Kats,
      I’ve never tried to dye my lashes or brows at home, I leave that to the professionals as I’m sure it would end in disaster!
      Merry Christmas gorgeous! Claire X

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      1. katshepsutt24 December 2019 at 15:51

        Hi Claire, yes that's my fear as well. My brows are blonde, almost transparent and it's taken me ages to find a colour that doesn't make me look like a weirdo, but oh how I would love to wake up with brows already there!

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    7. katshepsutt24 December 2019 at 15:53

      Posting on behalf of Tracy M:
      I had my eyelashes tinted once about 10 years ago. I won it as a raffle prize from my hairdresser that did makeup and other things from home. I wanted to swap this to having my hair trimmed but she wouldn't let me and assured me that it would look fabulous and I would keep coming back to have it done. Pfffttt! I could hardly see it and no one commented. Even my family couldn't see it at dinner that night after it batted my eyelashes at them. What a waste of time. Loved you reviews again Kats and Merry Christmas to you.

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      1. katshepsutt24 December 2019 at 15:56

        How disappointing Tracy - I've never had anything dyed (except my hair) so I'm a bit nervous about either it looking too fake, or as in your case, nobody can see any difference!

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    8. IndieAna24 December 2019 at 16:30

      I've been tempted to dye my brows, but I am nervous that I'll mess them up, lol

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      1. katshepsutt24 December 2019 at 21:50

        Ditto Indie - I'm even nervous about having them done professionally! xxx

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    9. Health and beauty girl24 December 2019 at 17:00

      Nice job on the empties, Kats! I've just screenshoted your goldwell conditioner icy blonde. Hopefully I can find it here xoxo

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      1. katshepsutt24 December 2019 at 21:53

        Fingers crossed Amy - it's the best, and so softening too ♥

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    10. katshepsutt25 December 2019 at 22:47

      Posting on behalf of Sparkle77:
      I use refectocil tint it's a professional brand and it's so easy you can't go wrong. https://www.auswax.com.au/lashes-brows/tints?manufacturer=72&p=1

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      1. katshepsutt25 December 2019 at 23:00

        Oh that's such good news Sparkle - thanks heaps for the recommendation! xxx

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    11. Dara Sparkles26 December 2019 at 19:48

      Great blog post Kats!

      I don't have to dye my brows as they are naturally super dark. I forgot how lucky I am sometimes.

      I've tried that mouth wash before and I am a fan!

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      1. katshepsutt27 December 2019 at 19:30

        You are most fortunate Dara - mine are virtually invisible, always have been...sigh. Yes the mouth wash is a beauty - this is the third year I haven't had any dental cavities and I'm sure it's contributing to my overall mouth health ♥

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    12. Kassalee26 December 2019 at 20:10

      This is one I'd leave to the experts Kats!

      Never had my eyebrows dyed as they've always been brown but if these grey hairs infiltrate, then I'd go to a professional and get them shaped and tidied up at the same time.

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      1. katshepsutt27 December 2019 at 19:31

        Ha ha - you're probably right Kassalee. Mine have been the palest ashy blonde since I was a baby. All reasonably ok until now that I'm older and my face needs all the definition I can give it ♥

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    13. Alex28 December 2019 at 18:55

      No - I have never attempted dying my lashes or brows at home and I can't imagine anything more risky. To be honest, I wouldn't even go to a professional to do it - I'd be too scared! :D

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      1. katshepsutt28 December 2019 at 20:43

        I felt the same Alex, but one of my lovely followers (you know who you are doll!) has given me some tips on products and method, so I may just give it a shot, and if I do I'll put up an article ♥

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    14. mandachic30 December 2019 at 06:40

      I’ve never attempted colouring eyelashes (mascara is made for that) but Oh goodness do I have some stories to tell about dyeing eyebrows from my teenage years. So many experiments gone wrong (not that I thought so at the time) it’s only now in hindsight that I can really admit to how amusing my vanity appeared to people looking on.

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      1. katshepsutt30 December 2019 at 09:54

        Hi mandachic, so happy you dropped by ♥ Isn't hindsight an interesting thing lol? I look back at my wedding photos (in the 80's) and I have a major hairdo explosion, padded shoulders, and no eyebrows!

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    15. A Bella Adventure31 December 2019 at 14:47

      Yes I have tinted my brows and lashes at home many times. It works really well and is very easy to do using those little kits...just follow the instructions. If trying it for the first time you could just leave it on for 5 mins instead of 10 mins to get an idea of the colour intensity. Hope you had a lovely Xmas and have a Happy New Year Kats!

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      1. katshepsutt31 December 2019 at 17:53

        Oh that's so good to hear Angela, and an excellent tip - thanks heaps! All the best to you and your family hon ♥

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    16. onileonie31 December 2019 at 23:37

      Never, oh never would I attempt to dye my own lashes or brows. I've had both done professionally, but only once because I really couldn't see much difference. I just use a pencil each day on my brows (or what there is of them), but my fringe is my best friend when it comes to my brows.

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    17. katshepsutt1 January 2020 at 07:33

      Gee, that must have been disappointing for you onileonie - I'd want to see a major improvement if I forked out for the treatment! My lashes and brows are almost invisible too - lashes I can fix with mascara, but the whole brow thing every single day is driving me bonkers. I might have to grow my fringe back too lol ♥

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    18. Okatko25 July 2020 at 16:45

      Hmm I gather the question was whether you've ever dyed your eyebrows or lashes? I've only dyed my lashes once, professionally. There isn't anything stopping me from doing it again but I just haven't thought about doing it.

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