Saturday 6 December 2014

Top 10 Favourite Perfumes




Hello everybody! Welcome back to my blog! :)

This post is dedicated to women's best friend (after diamond, of course!): PERFUME.
Not only is perfume one of the most powerful weapons of seduction, it also helps us achieving a certain level of uniqueness and enhance our personality, it is literally a "signature" that will make us be remembered. The choice of the perfume we will wear is in fact very personal, this is one of the reasons why we should never buy a one as a present for someone else (unless they told us exactly what perfume they like).

Let's start by saying that I usually prefer sweet, gourmand perfumes, especially during the cold months.
Here is a list of my all time favourite perfumes! Some of them are ideal for this time of the year and others are more suitable for the hot seasons. 

Nina by Nina Ricci
This perfume is probably the best on my best-list. I love its fruity, citrus scent, with a tiny bit of spice. And the bottle is absolutly adorable!


Fior di Vaniglia by Helan
I bought this eau de toilette in Italy and from the moment I tried it on in the shop I absolutely fell in love with it! If you don't like very sweet, gourmand scents, this is definitely not your cup of tea!! It's pure vanilla, extreamly sweet but not overwhelming. It's really cheap and lasts all day long!


Jour by Hugo Boss
This perfum is"clean", there is no better way to describe it! It's ideal to be worn in work or in a formal occasion as it smells very professional but feminine at the same time. Nothing too sweet, very discrete and elegant.


Dolce by Dolce&Gabbana
The name of this perfume (Dolce, italian word for "sweet") perfectly reflects the personality of the person who, in my opinion, would wear it. It's a light, floral scent, with a hint of citrus blossoms, ideal for the spring. It comes in a wonderful little bottle, simple but very classy.

Midnight Fantasy by Britney Spears
Ever since it came out, I've always loved this scent. Very sweet, a bit exotic, perfect to be worn everyday.


Bonbon by Viktor&Rolf
No other name could have been more appropriate! Extremely gourmand and long-lasting, it feels like wearing melted caramel on your skin! And by the way, look at that bottle! ;)


Parisienne by Yves Saint Laurent
Berries, berries and more berries! This perfume is very fresh, fruity and floral. 
The notes of wild berries and raspberry make it the n.1 scent for spring - summer.


Possess by Oriflame
Seductive, misterious and exotic are the first words that pop into my mind when I think of Possess. The notes of ylang-ylang are a real bust of sensuality. If you're going out on a date this is the perfume you're looking for!


Chloe by Chloe
Chloe is very sophisticated, and it immediately makes you think of innocence. A "good girl" perfume, slightly powdery but in the meantime very fresh, elegant and unique.


Roberto Cavalli by Roberto Cavalli
I've heard many people saying that that they prefer wearing this perfume in winter... Well, to me this is liquid summer in a bottle! It reminds me of hot sand in the desert, the heat of the sun in July.... sweet, balsamic and intrigant.



I hope you enjoyed this post, please let me know in a comment if you own one of this perfumes and which ones are your favourites!

°°Michelle xx



Wednesday 3 December 2014

The Miraculous Properties of Tea Tree





Good morning girls! Hope you are all doing well!

If I were to choose my absolute favourite between the wide range of essential oils on the market, I would have no doubt: my answer would be TEA TREE.

I stumbled across it unintentionally in a health-food shop, last year, and I couldn't live without it since!

First of all: what exactly is TEA TREE OIL?
Tea Tree Oil is an essential oil taken from the leaves of the Melaleuca Alternifolia, a plant native to Australia. Its smell is really fresh and strong. Tea Tree Oil is toxic when taken by mouth, yet has several properties if involved in our skin care routine. It is known for being an incredible antimicrobal, antiseptic and antifungal, and it's a valid natural option effective in a variety of dermatologic conditions including acne, dandruff, athlete's foot, nail mycosis, herpes and other skin infections.

My experience with Tea Tree Oil
Tea Tree Oil has been a great revelation for me! It really helps drying out spots and helped improving the health of my skin within a few weeks of use.

My Tea Tree Oil Essentials


Dr.Organic Tea Tree Skin Lotion 200ml (€7.90)
This is meant to be a body lotion, but I frequently use it on my face, especially when I have lot of imperfections. Its texture is very rich but it soaks into the skin instantly, without leaving any oiliness or shine (I have combination skin).



The Body Shop Tea Tree Essential Oil (€8.95)
It can be used directly on the imperfection without drying out the skin. I'm not trying to tell you that the minute you apply this on your spots they will instantly disappear, but in helps them healing quicker and prevents scars.



Tea Tree Facial Wipes 
These wipes are very gentle on the skin and perfectly remove every trace of makeup. They leave a nice fresh feeling on the face after use.


Beauty Formulas Australian Tea Tree Shampoo & Conditioner (€4.99 each)
Wow! These two products are to be kept handy in case of dandruff or itchy scalp. They're amazing! The conditioner is also very nourishing and will keep your hair healthy and well hydrated.



Is Tea Tree Oil included in your daily skincare routine? What other products would you girls and boys suggest? Looking forward to your replies!!

°°Michelle xx