Author Archives: Henna

Aerin Tuberose Perfumes

Some people think tuberose smells like their grandma, lucky them. I know my grandmas would have been a fan of these. One of my fav memories with my grandma is going perfume shopping on senior discount days, and helping her … Continue reading

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Estee Lauder Sensuous Nude is my Scent of The Night

I am a spirit of no common state. The summer still doth tend upon my state. Estee Lauder Sensuous Nude is tonight’s wind down vibe. This is a coconut, tuberose, fresh laundry musk, super light, you can use 4 sprays … Continue reading

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Sarah Jessica Parker Lovely Perfume

The celebrity perfume that started it all: Sarah Jessica Parker Lovely. I remember reading the huge Chandler Burr article in the NYT, and about the drugstore musk oil she combined with something to make the perfect perfume on herself. It … Continue reading

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Empties: Ombrelle, Garnier, Dior, Chanv

Things I finished because I loved them. Chanv oils were such a treat to use and they smelled amazing too. The massage oil (big bottle) is my favourite and I found the hemp oil to be light but so moisturizing. … Continue reading

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Rare Beauty Lip Souffle in Fearless

Got the Rare Beauty Lip Soufflé in Fearless and I’m surprised. This formula is different from everything else out there which is cool. It’s so creamy and thick, while still being matte. It has a bit of slip and isn’t … Continue reading

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La Roche-Posay Anthelios 50+

Congratulations, you got your hands on the most hyped sunscreen of the year, and it is completely average. It’s the La Roche Posay Anthelios Ultra Fluid Invisible Finish. I mean, it’s fine. Powdery finish, clear, liquidy. Goes on like nothing … Continue reading

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Bliss Niacinamide Toner Review

Niacinamide is an ingredient that helps with barrier function and pigmentation with fewer side effects. When I use it in my skincare routine, I find that it also seems to lead to less oily skin. This Bliss Disappearing Act Niacinamide … Continue reading

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Gardener’s Glove by St. Clair Scents

Wearing Gardener’s Glove by St. Clair Scents, and it’s got all the things I don’t like but I still love it. Funny how that happens. Fruit, leather, and then moss.  As the name suggests, this is a leather scent that … Continue reading

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Tom Ford Lipstick Swatch in Scarlet

Got a mini Tom Ford lipstick with a Sephora order and here’s how it looks. The colour is called Scarlet. I didn’t use lip balm or gloss and you can see how creamy and shiny it is. Honestly, that’s not … Continue reading

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Carthusia

10 years ago, I went to a Carthusia store in Capri, and of course, bought a bottle of perfume (I’ve been into perfume for a long long time). I have no idea what I bought, and I rarely ever wore … Continue reading

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