Inglot Lipsick: #243
Price: R140, 00

Bold colours for lips and clothes are all the rage at the moment and I have to admit I'm definitely a fan of the trend. There's nothing I love more than leaving a makeup store with some new colourful lipstick in hand and knowing I'll soon be trying to play up or tone down whatever shade I've bought.

When I made my way to Inglot on a recent trip to Cape Town I couldn't wait to find a new colour to buy. I've seen celebs rocking the pink lips trend and I always wondered if that was something I could pull off. I'm one of those people that has to warm up to a trend before I try it and I this time was no different. Seeing all the colours of lipstick arranged on the shelves of the store definitely convinced me to go for a bold colour and pink was one I'd been thinking to try so I picked it up and asked the sales assistant to help me try it on.

I quizzed her about the colour and other shades I'd see in the store and found her somewhat reluctant to offer me any information. I don't know why that was and started thinking either she was treating me that way because she didn't believe I was going to purchase anything or because she was uninformed about the topics I was asking her about (neither of which endeared her to me). I quickly bought the shade and brought it home where it's been sitting waiting for me to be brave enough to try.

A makeup trial told me all I needed to know about the product. The shade is great but the quality was not the best I've ever encountered. I found the lipstick too glossy for my tastes and that it sat on my lips rather than covering them like I've come to expect. Overall I wasn't too impressed but appreciate the reasonable price.

So what do you think: hot or not?

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After a great lunch with some friends of mine I hadn't caught up with in a while (and plenty of laughs) we stopped by Cotton On to check out their new arrivals. I got lucky and found some of their iphone covers still on sale. I picked three in black, rose gold and green. Can't wait to mix and match with my outfits!

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My go-to face of the day!

Featuring: Yardley Oatmeal Pressed Powder / Colours Liquid Liner/ Lancôme Hypnôse Doll Eyes Mascara / NYX Blush / Woolworths Pink Jelly Gloss

What's your go-to #FOTD?

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African Extracts Purifying Vanishing Cream
Price: R17, 99

This product is also a part of the Purifying range for oily and problematic skin. Having had a great experience with the cleansing bar of the same line I expected nothing but good things from the vanishing cream. Unfortunately I was sorely disappointed. The cream left a white residue on my face and was so bad at moisturising that I had to mix it with a moisturiser I was already using if I wanted any chance of being comfortable throughout the day. It also seemed to encourage sweating, a distinctly undesired effect!

Maybe it's me and my problem skin but I have to say I found this product unhelpful. Although it didn't live up to the standard set by it's counterpart, I wouldn't dismiss the African Extracts brand completely. Sometimes you win, sometimes you lose. This time, with this product, I didn't win but I'm definitely still open to trying other African Extracts products in the future.

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African Extracts Purifying Cleansing Bar
Price: R13, 99

The cleansing bar is part of the African Extracts Purifying range which is recommended for oily and problematic teenage skin. This had me thinking it was the perfect range for me to try as I have rather oily skin which tends to break out somewhat unpredictably. What hit me first about the cleansing bar was its smell. Infused with the fragrance of Baobab the bar has this fresh, mild smell that I enjoyed. It foamed well and wasn't harsh on my skin (something which I'm constantly worried about). Better yet, it worked! From the first wash my face was less oily and after 2 weeks of use I found it, if used twice daily, to be an effective means to control oily skin. This, coupled with the reasonable price tag attached to the product, definitely has me considering this a worthy addition to my skin care routine!

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African Extracts is a South African beauty house located in Cape Town. This brand is best known for using natural ingredients, most famously the Rooibos plant known for it's anti-oxidant properties, for making gentle and soothing skin care products that help with teenage problem skin and aging. The brand produces both face and skin care products and is available at Clicks stores.

I was attracted to the African Extracts display for many reasons. Amongst those reasons is firstly, the fact that the packaging is simple but striking which immediately piqued my curiosity. Secondly, when I discovered that the product is locally produced, I liked the idea of supporting a South African product. Thirdly, the products all fell in an affordable price range which was the final feature which encouraged me to give the brand a try.

I picked up the:
African Extracts Purifying Cleansing Bar
African Extracts Purifying Vanishing Cream

Look out for these product reviews soon!

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Mac Lipstick: Dark Side
Price: R180, 00

In my humble opinion makeup by MAC is always a great buy! Recently I picked up a new shade of Mac lipstick in a deep purple which a friend of mine hastily assured me was 'right on trend'. As I had been noticing a few fashion forward individuals on the streets and in the blogosphere sporting the shade I couldn't help but agree.

I always love visiting the Mac store, going through what I call the 'Mac Experience' which, in summary, involves friendly and helpful staff and me leaving the store feeling like I'm one more lipstick in the right direction. When I went to pick up my latest buy I was not disappointed. I simply told the make up artist I was in the market for a 'deep purple' and she was quick to find me some samples, telling me what would, in her expert opinion, look best on my skin (advice I appreciated)! Without a second thought I made the purchase...something which I was excited about until I had to wear the colour (is deep purple really my colour?)...

I finally bit the bullet and did a trial and the results were a win! The shade isn't as loud as I thought but it still makes an impact. The lipstick smells yummy (if I didn't know better I might be convinced to take a bite) and doesn't leave my lips dry but instead moisturizes. I love it's subtle glossy effect and above it all I appreciate the fact that it doesn't have that grainy almost gritty effect some lipsticks I've encountered in the past have (yuck)!

If you aren't already, you should definitely be using Mac! This is a fun colour to try! Let me know what you think...

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(Unfortunately I misplaced...er lost the till slips so my pricing isn't accurate).
Lush Gorilla Perfume: $10. 95 (about) R87, 50
Lush Whip Stick in Chocolate Orange: $7.25 (about) R58, 00

Right off the bat I have to declare, I have nothing but good things to say about these two products!

First things first: Lush Lust Gorilla Perfume

Talk about clever! This Lush product comes in a lip balm type container with a screw top making it portable and convenient. I decided if I was going to try a Gorilla Perfume I might as well try something adventurous and so I picked up the 'Lust' fragrance. In one word the scent can be described as bold. It's strong and it took a bit of getting used to but it's a product that didn't disappoint....which takes us back to why I think it's so clever. Unlike other fragrances this version of the Gorilla Perfume comes in the form of a balm (although there are spray versions of the Gorilla Perfume available) that you apply and rub onto the skin. On top of that (I might even say because of it) the fragrance lasts all day (truly, unlike those other products that promise this but fail). It's a definite asset. A definitely recommended asset that is!

Second things next: Lush Whip Stick Chocolate Orange Lip Balm

I'm the type of person who loves lip balm, especially if it has a yummy flavour like raspberry or strawberry but I try to stay away from those flavours because I tend to lick them off within minutes of application making the whole endeavor rather pointless. This lip balm was the perfect find because it tastes like chocolate orange but isn't as easily removed as lip balms I've encountered in the past. It definitely has staying power which is an added bonus. It moisturizes and it leaves a glossy but not garishly shiny finish on the lips. So ok, the price is a tad bit ridiculous considering you could probably buy a regular lip balm for a fraction of the price but if you look at the fact that its a handmade product and how long it lasts I think it's a great choice!

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Lush Eau Roma Toner Water
Price: R50, 00

This product is advertised as a light toner water that has an aroma therapeutic effect. I was excited to try it since I loved the idea of a handmade beauty product which is both environmentally friendly and sustainable (the containers in which the products are stored are recycled with their life story printed on the outside for customers to see).

I liked the water for numerous reasons but wasn't too impressed with it for others. I liked that it wasn't harsh on the skin, that it didn't strip my skin of moisture but left is smooth without it feeling punished. That being said it wasn't the greatest for removing daily buildup and sometimes when my face felt oily and dirty there would be little to almost none of that oil or dirt on my cotton swab (not cool).

Overall I liked the toner water, it's fresh smell and fun packaging. Although it wasn't the perfect fit for me I'd definitely recommend the it for those with sensitive skin or as a way to remove makeup.

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Lush is a UK beauty brand that specializes in handmade cosmetics. The brand has recently made its debut on South African soil with its first store located at the V & A Waterfront, Cape Town.

On a recent trip to Cape Town I stopped off at Lush and was pretty impressed with what I saw (and smelled)! The first thing that hit me well before I reached the store was the glorious fragrance. All the products were neatly organized on the shelves with plenty of opportunity to sample any of them I wanted (an opportunity I immediately took advantage of)! The staff was friendly and available to assist and answer any questions about the products I had.

I picked more than my fair share of products including:
Lush Eau Roma Water Toner
Lush Gorilla Perfume
Lush Whip Stick Lip Balm

Look out for the product reviews soon!

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To The Fellow Lover of Fashion,

Every day is a chance to play with looks and materials, a chance to mix and match prints and colours, try on and discard skirts and shirts and show the world a different side of yourself through the clothes you wear. Fashion is fun and growing in your personal style is even better. I'm Teeks, the Girl In The Striped Tee, and this is my personal style and beauty blog. It's nothing fancy, just the journey of a young South African girl finding her fashion feet. Enjoy!

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