Afrodita "Secret Garden" collection

 Spring to me is all about flowers, any kind of flower will do, but if I had to choose, I would always go for peonies and magnolias. There is just something about the gorgeous floral aroma of the blossoms that makes me feel so incredibly happy in the spring.

In their new line of shower gels called »Secret Garden«, Afrodita are transporting us to a magical garden full of fragrant blossoms. 

*Review: Neo Dry Mist Intensive Antiperspirants by Garnier

A good deodorant is an essential in every woman's life, but often we do not pay much attention to it. As for me, I usually stick to anything that proves to work well on me.

 However, when these arrived on my doorstep, I couldn't wait to try them out. The new line of intensive antiperspirants by Garnier called Neo Dry Mist is bound to catch your attention with an innovative diffuser and their performance:

*Review: Algea -dietary supplement-

The first quarter of the year is more or less over and most of the new year’s resolutions are already forgotten. However, being quite stubborn this year, I am still trying to stick to at least some of them. 

As a main part of my resolutions was to eat healthier and try to transition (at least partially) to a plant based diet. For that reason, I was quite excited when I was offered a chance to test Algea, an algae supplement that is supposed to have all sorts of health benefits. I have given it a proper try and here is what I think about it:

Preview: Catrice LE Net Works

Mesh matters. Whether as an all-over variety, in the shape of intricate and larger mesh structures or as part of sophisticated layer looks – net fabrics are one of the trends of the Spring/Summer Season 2016. 

New this summer: casual sportswear adaptations with feminine, elegant silhouettes. We’re transferring this trend to the beauty world with the Limited Edition “Net Works” by CATRICE from the end of May until mid July 2016. 

Pastel apricot, light mint and soft nude tones unite to create fresh and summery make-up styles. Softly Touch Shadows with a delicate, powdery finish, a Lip Balm with a subtle apricot glow as well as Nail Lacquers in five limited, trendy colours with a purist design ensure a sporty yet feminine look. Special must-have of the collection: the Mattifying Loose Powder with a transparent-matt finish and an innovative net dosing feature. Beauty Mesh – by CATRICE. 

Preview: Catrice LE Body Tattoos

Flash Tattoos: a shiny metallic trend that perfectly complements any summer look. In combination with a bikini at the beach or as part of a summery evening outfit, these special temporary accessories are an ideal decorative element. Just in time for the summer, the Limited Edition “Body Tattoos” by CATRICE is bringing unique body jewellery to your skin from May until July 2016. As an exciting detail on the wrist, the forearm or the fingers – the intricate designs in purist black and the two chrome colours silver and gold look fabulous on tanned skin. Available in three different versions: Oriental Ornaments, Ethno Elements and Signs of Simplicity. Body Art – by CATRICE.

Maybelline Lash Sensational Lash Multiplying Mascara Waterproof

I've always had a thing for mascara, and to hold back as long as I did, from buying a mascara that everybody was raving about, is quite an accomplishment in my book. 

The Lash Sensational by Maybelline must surely by now be known to any beauty lover as it has been talked about again and again by so many people. One day I simply found it on Salma.si website and immediately put it in my basket, I simply couldn't resist it any more.

Preview: Essence LE Little Eyebrow Monsters

 Flashy brows! Brows are leading the Beauty Top List this season and should be accentuated and eye-catching. With the right shape, they highlight the eyes and give any make-up style an individual touch. The new essence trend edition “little eyebrow monsters” provides girls with everything they need for perfectly defined wow-brows from April until May 2016. The collection includes care products and cute tweezers for preparation, an eyebrow & highlighter set and practical helpers like stencils in three different shapes for fabulous “look at me” brows. Brow Wow… with essence!

Preview: Essence LE Lights of Orient

Oriental beauty express! Let essence take you on an exciting journey into the world of 1001 Arabian Nights with the new trend edition “lights of orient” from mid April to mid May 2016 and dive into the oriental culture. 

The pulsating bustle around the souks, desert landscapes with magnificent Bedouin tents and the temperamental rhythm of the belly dancers – the unique flair fascinates all visitors. And the oriental look with deep black eyeliner and golden highlights is also impressive. The colour scheme of this bronzing edition is as warm as the Arabian sun with cream, gold, copper and various nuances of red. 

There are many treasures just waiting to be discovered, including a beautiful bronzer in an oriental design with a matt bronzing texture and shimmering golden powder in the center. The matt lipsticks in trendy oxblood as well as two additional red tones and the golden body tattoos are particularly eye-catching on tanned skin. The body splash with a warm, floral fragrance provides a boost of freshness on hot, sunny days. essence loves… arabian nights!