Turns Of Fate - A Bodybuilder's Dream

I have a mundane super power... I'm a mesomorph.
Not just a mesomorph though, I can generate bulky muscle like nothing!

It isn't terribly functional, I'm not very strong, but I don't train either.
I do nothing and I have bulky muscle all over.

My calves are HUGE, many skinny cut pants can't get over them.
My arms look bigger than I (in my insecure mind) think they should be for a lady.
Press your hand against my tensed stomach and you will feel genuine abs.

Please don't test this by punching me unannounced.

A few years ago, when I felt self conscious, I would cover my arms to hide my size.
I felt so bulky and non-feminine at times.

These erroneous thoughts are starting to leave me now, I am starting to like me as I am (which is perfect). 

The muscles come with benefits as well.
I don't get cold easily (even in the snow),
When I take off my corset, any muscular atrophy will be reversed within a few months.
I am beautiful.

D.I.Y Did You Do That!? - Upper Cupboard Door

I came home from work last night to see this:

I asked what happened and apparently the screws of the door failed. 
Then someone, lets say PUx... no, that's too obvious, x2, tried to fix it.

He did this by taking the door off and trying to fill in the holes with an unwieldy acrylic cement.

This was the mess he left PU1 and myself to tackle.

So let's get some new screws.

We can reuse the old hinges.

First we need to scrape off some of that cement to get a flat surface, so the door will shut.

Why did he even use it in the first place?!

Then we screw in and glue the hinge to the door.

Babycat gave us a helping hand. 

He's the best! <3

I marked up the cupboard then PU1 and I took turns holding the door and drilling it in place. (It was far too hot today for this task)

Finished!

Jeffree Star- Velour Liquid Lipstick - Masochist

I love this lipstick!

Bite me!

The shade, the name, the colour intensity.

A dark berry colour.

The only warning, this will stain!

SO GORGEOUS!

Also it has a cute velour finish.

Price: 1/5 ($23.82 for 5.6mL)
Scent: 2.5/5 (faint to non-existent)
Effectiveness: 5/5

**This is the last of his lipsticks or products I will ever buy. I don't feel like supporting him anymore.**

Nivea - In-Shower Smooth Lotion - Dry Skin

This is a good idea in theory... in practice it leaves a bit to be desired.

First and foremost, I HATE THE BOTTLE!
It is so stiff! 
Even if I wasn't already soaked from the shower, I still can't squeeze this bottle!

I'll crush you like this paper cup!

If you drop any, it makes the shower floor VERY slippery!

While it is moisturising, I don't feel it does enough that I wont still put moisturiser on after my shower.

So this product is a complete miss in my mind.

Price: 3/5 ($7.99 for 400mL)
Scent: 2/5 (basic shea scent)
Effectiveness: 0/5

The Body Shop - Smoky Poppy - Poppy Seed Scrub

I wanted to love this. I love the smoky poppy line.

But this was so disappointing.

The scent is more oily than smoky poppy (which is the finishing scent).
The poppy seeds are too big and round to scrub, and get stuck in the puff/mitt/sponge that you may be using with it.

It is SO oily and you need to wash at least twice afterward to get the greasy feeling off your skin.

This was just an all round ineffective product.

Price: 1/5 ($29.95 for 200mL)
Scent: 1/5
Effectiveness: 0/5

Art Break - The Human Pearl

Guess what I have!

A human tooth! my friend J was very kind in giving it to me.
I love it!

You can see why they no longer needed it.

And upon inspection, I knew exactly what to do with it!

First I covered it in a peel-off base coat to protect the nail:

Then I mixed some nail polishes and started to paint:

The base colours.

To add more blue tones.

I thought it looked like the shape of an (anatomical) heart!

Then to finish my creepy art project:

Perfect!

Verdict: PU1 liked it. SU3 saw this piece for the first time and was horrified.
And J loves it, thanks for the tooth J!

Daruma

SU2 recently went to Japan and brought these back for me.
Initially I was confused, but once they were explained to me, I realised they were really sweet!

Daruma, or goal dolls, are Japanese wishing dolls.

What you do is think of a goal that you are determined to achieve.
The red doll is for luck and good fortune.
The white doll is for love and harmony.

There are also yellow (security and protection), blue (health and longevity), and gold (wealth and prosperity).

You then give the doll one eye (pupil).

Place the doll somewhere visible, so while he focuses on your goal, you are also reminded to focus as well.

Once the goal is achieved, you give the doll its second eye (pupil) and write your goal on the back in the heart.

I will have to think of goals very significant to me for these lovely dolls!

Thank you SU2!

Masquerade! - Dr. Jart+ - Brightening Solution

Aeroplane mask!

This is a microfiber sheet mask, with a backing sheet, and a faint vitamin-like scent.

Video - Why A Christmas Song Makes Me Think Of Car Crashes

WARNING: This one is graphic and may be upsetting!

This ad aired in 1997 on Australian television, when I was nice and young.
Ever since then, I visualize car crash victims when I here "So this is Christmas".

It didn't help that the TAC has/had run a series of graphic ads about car crashes, which only adds to the images I can see in my head.

On the plus side, I'm now desensitised, so I can get onto administering first aid quicker should I need to (touch wood I never need to).

Masquerade! - Dr. Jart+ - Wrinkless Solution

Aeroplane mask!

This is a two-part face mask (upper and lower face) made of a thermosensitive cellulose gel sheet.
It had both a front and backing sheet and a faint floral scent.

Bic - Soleil - Glow

This is a three blade razor with a large buffer region on the head (the "comfort shield") to flatten down the skin (to reduce skin cuts.

It has a moisturising strip which contains vitamin e and aloe vera.

Unlike the Twilight series, these razors don't have scented handles.
Which isn't a big deal but I liked this little addition.

The cap is well designed, it actually stays on and protects the blades.

This razor is fine, but nothing to write home about.

Price: 3/5 ($8.25 for 3)
Scent: 2.5/5 (none, gosh darn it!)
Effectiveness: 4.5/5

Masquerade! - Shining Nature Purity - Diamond Brightening Ampoule Mask

Aeroplane mask!

This is a thin sheet mask that smells like nectarines! :D

Scott Cornwall - Decolour - Hair Colour Remover - Super Strength Formula

I've had red hair for a while, but I have decided to move back to my original hair colour.

So before hair treatment:

I took a before photo!

And after:

Pretty close to my natural colour!

I will warn you, there are a lot of steps to this and I highly recommend buying extra gloves.

There is still a little red, but there was a lot of dye in my hair.
I am super happy with the results!

This product is the real deal!

Price: 2/5 ($24.99)
Scent: 1/5 (not too stinky!)
Effectiveness: 4.5/5

Masquerade! - 23 Years Old ROSEGOLD 24 - Facial Sheet Mask

Aeroplane mask!

This has Rosa Canina fruit oil and gold.
The fabric is relatively heavy.
The scent is a lovely fresh rose smell.

Pure Eco - Hair - Conditioning Shampoo

I had a bunch of these from hotel stays and used them on my recent journey.

It lathers well, cleans in one wash, has a soapy scent, and does what a shampoo should do.

If you find this in your hotel room, know that it is dependable.

Price: 5/5 (free, from hotels)
Scent: 2.5/5
Effectiveness: 5/5

Masquerade! - Dr. Jart+ - Firming Solution

Aeroplane mask!

This is a two part mask, a lower face part and a upper face part.
This is a thin, gelatinous mask which comes with both a backing and front sheet.
It is apparently contains a thermosensitive cellulose gel.
The serum has a lovely, light floral scent.

Confidence - Fresh Wipes

Yes, this is a review of what is essentially baby wipes.
I picked these up at Aldi and used them to remove my makeup.

But what makes these notable is they come with a proper lid!!!

Now, the lid on my packet came off over time, but it is a step in the right direction.

The packaging claims that you can flush them down the toilet, but I personally advise against that.
Unfortunately, I used them all before I thought to test how they disintegrate in water.

An easy way to test if they break down sufficiently. A cloudy jar is your window to not needing to call a plumber.

They are lightly scented, non-irritating, and work well to remove makeup.

Price: 5/5 ($2.49 for 40 wipes)
Scent: 3/5
Effectiveness: 4/5

Brazilian Butterfly - BB Delicate Mitt

'Delicate' my butt!

This is like rubbing yourself with Velcro! 
Maybe it is my delicate skin, but this leaves me red, sore, and not happy.

It also feels like it is made of cheap plastic, doesn't lather up body wash, and is unwieldy in the shower.

Don't lie to me and tell me this is for delicate skin.

Don't bother trying this.

Price: 2/5 ($20.00)
Scent: 2.5/5 (no scent)
Effectiveness: 0/5

And I'm Back Again! - Germany

Back in my own country!

I spent two weeks with my boyfriend, who will now be PB from now on.

I saw snow for the first time!

I intend to return to Germany in the near future!

Art Break - 2016 Christmas Tree

Apparently I missed the meeting where it was decided who would put up the Christmas tree... I was told I had to do it.

Daytime near the fairy house.

Due to space complaints, I scaled the operation down.
I used a little tinsel tree that I already had, put beads on strings to make ornaments, a gold button for a topper, and used a battery-powered string of lights.

Night time near the fairy house.

Both PU2 and SU2 asked if I would also put up the big tree.
I told them if they wanted the big tree, they should put it up.

There was no big tree last year :p

Nature's Organics - Fruits - Coconut & Lime - Shampoo

This smells so lovely!

This shampoo:
 - is cruelty free.
 - lathers well.
 - cleans the hair in one wash.
 - is very affordable.
 - is Australian made and owned
 - in a recyclable container

I did it as a list because there are just so many good things about this product!

In Australia and need shampoo? Get this!

Price: 5/5 ($2.09 for 500mL)
Scent: 5/5
Effectiveness: 5/5

Colourpop - Ultra Matte Lip - More Better

This is a opaque matte liquid lipstick from Colourpop.

In the tube it looks like a dark pink, on it is much darker.

I wish the tube would better reflect the true colour.


It is a nice shade however and is very long lasting.


Price: 5/5 ($7.50 for 3.2g)
Scent: 2.5/5 (no real scent)
Effectiveness: 4.5/5