Primary School Memories with Face Of Australia

By Tammi Ireland

When I think Primary School, I think colouring with wind-ups, fun and hints of colour in my first ever lip balms.  So, it’s no surprise that the new Face of Australia Sheer Gloss Lip Crayons evoke precious Primary School memories when used.

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A steal at only RRP$14.95 for the three shades, the Face Of Australia Crayons are a necessity for everyday.  I’ve been wearing ‘Sundae’ (middle) to work every day and have found lips to stay moisturised throughout the morning – quite a feat in the Sydney winter. ‘Macaron’ allows enough of a tint to replace a rose lipstick if moisture is what you’re after.  To state the obvious, the Face Of Australia Crayons are blatant copies of Clinique Chubby Sticks (RRP$35), however the price point and intense moisture can’t be ignored.  If the colour is what you’re after, though, a Clinique Chubby has more staying power. Keep the Crayons for everyday and Chubby for night.

THE MEN’S ROOM: Trumpers Is Forever

By Mark Reed

The twin V2500-A1s barked instructions at the plane, bringing it to a halt on a cold, barely realised morning. It woke me suddenly. I thought of Tammi, and my promise to her: To write the review in the style of Ian Fleming. This would be an assignment like no other.

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Melbourne.

I was here for three days. Business and pleasure. While in town I would surround myself with friends old; new; and as yet unmet. Enjoy a match of the national game. Hear from an infamous artist.

I would have to look my best. Come Monday night, a shave was a must.

137 years ago, George Trumper opened a distinctive barber shop on Curzon St in Mayfair, London. Geo F. Trumper still stands today, offering cuts, shaves, and a line of shaving products consisting of all natural ingredients. High quality, old fashioned, yet also timeless and retaining a distinct class. The Sandalwood Skin Food and Limes Shaving Cream were about to be put through their paces.

New: Carrière Frères Industrie candles

By Tammi Ireland

Since moving to Bondi, I have burnt more candles than I remember, as I spend long nights writing by the ‘fire’ they produce, being transported by their scent – to Tahiti (coconut and lime), to Donnybrook (French pear), to Paris (almondine).  The memories and feelings candles can help emerge are frequent, and I must thank the candles I find for eliminating moments of homesickness as soon as the match is struck to light them.

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As a result, I’m always on the look-out for a great candle with the trifecta – aesthetically pleasing, gorgeous scent, long-lasting.  Ambrosia Candles has a carefully selected library of international and Australian candles that tick all three boxes, some of which I’ve previously reviewed here and here.  The latest brand to join their coveted store is Carrière Frères Industrie, a French brand founded in the 1800s by two brothers.