IndieAna- In Search of the HolyGrail

Wow, I cannot believe I have not done a review post on BPAL (Black Phoenix Alchemy Lab). I have quite a few of their amazing perfumes, and have sampled many, but have only barely scratched the surface of this online store, that is an indie perfume lover's heaven. At first, the choices were daunting to me, I didn't know how I was going place an order without going bankrupt, or crazy trying to choose just a few, lol. Thank goodness I stumbled across the Forum (which is actually listed on the online store). There are reviews of every perfume, and although time consuming, it is truly a handy tool! Amongst the many many many general catalog items, there are also limited editions. These are only available in full sizes. However, there are decant circles on the forum, I've never participated, but it's a great idea! Some time ago, I decided to purchase 2 almost iconic perfumes from the Lupercalia collection. I am embarrassed to admit that this collection was available in F

Catrianna of Etsy online store, Deep Midnight Perfumes describes her scents as: "Bringing History, Fantasy, Legends and Lore alive to tantalize your senses! "  OVER 90 unique, magical, dreamy, decadent, dark, delicious, artisan crafted perfume oils to choose from.  In here you will find:.. mystery, magic, myths, legends, and romance topped off with the darkly gothic, the sweet and enchanting, and the stuff of our dreamings... Sample my scents and get swept away into Deep Midnight."  This description was way too tempting to pass up at least some perfume samples. With so many perfumes to choose from, it was a good thing that there are a range of sample packs on offer, as the perfumes are listed in themes. Such as Gothic/ Victorian, Fantasy/Magic, Holiday, etc. Included in the order was a eye shadow and business card from another store, a great idea to join forces and work together. There was also a 15% off discount code. if only I had not forgotten about that one!!

As promised, I am posting swatches from the rest of my order from one of my now fave mineral makeup companies  Femme Fatale . There are eye shadows, blushes, illuminators and nail polishes on offer. I only purchased samples of eye shadows, which come in plastic baggies. Being quite impressed with the eye shadows, I really want to try the blushes and the nail polishes. Now for more pics of gorgeous eye shadow swatches. ARCHANGEL :  Pink iridescence. CRUSADER : Yellow gold. ENCHANTED : Foiled pink. HIBERNATE: Grassy green. RIPTIDE : Vibrant blue with aqua/green shift. FOREVER LOVELY ROSE: Berry pink. SHOOTING STARS : Lavender. FLIRT WITH DISASTER: Deep Grape. I came up with a couple of looks with these shadows. The following pic was me experimenting with colour, I had a lot of fun with it. I used Archangel in inner lid and centre of crease, Crusader on lid, Hibernate on the outer lid and under brow, Flirt With Disaster

It is difficult to find a good Aussie indie mineral makeup company that is competitive in regards to the US market. Enter Femme Fatale Cosmetics ! This company ticks all the boxes for me..Australian, great prices and fantastic mineral eye shadows. Even though I had put myself on a mineral eye shadow buying ban, I just had to place an order for some samples..a few more samples doesn't count, right? LOL Samples were free shipping, so I bought more than a few, hence the 2 part blog, lol. The vixen type theme is cute and totally suits the vibrant and predominantly duo chrome colours..I LOVE duochrome and these shadows certainly don't disappoint! Speaking of which, I'll get straight into it, and start showing pics! MOONGLOW : Pale blue with gold duo chrome. HEROIC : Copper peach with gold shimmer. BE MINE: Bronze gold. IGNITE : Orange gold. LOVELY CHARM: Chocolate brown with red undertones. FLARE : Cherry red with gold shimmer.

Mineral Love is an indie mineral makeup online store showcased on Etsy. It has such a romantic appeal, with    the soft colours, gotta love all the pinks! How could I not place an order! There are many products on offer including eye shadows, blushes, lip products, face powder and even lashes. I appreciate the pretty accurate swatches on each listing. I ordered "small sized shadows" which are samplers in a jar, sample blush and mini lip gloss. Added to my order were 2 freebie samples in baggies..I love that she was thoughtful enough to include the sample named Michelle :) I like the square jars, a change to the typical round ones. The labels are simple and easy to read. The glosses come in tubes with doe foot wand for application, my preferred packaging. ZEN : Iridescent blue/green shimmer. FRENCHY : Gorgeous fuchsia with velvety finish. PRETTY PINK :  Warm pink colour. CHAMELEON : Pale blue shimmer. CLEMENTINE :  Nude peach with golden