Goddess Provisions Review: February 2016

I'm always excited when my Goddess Provisions box arrives. This month is no exception. February is the theme of Self-Love and the contents are to help you open your heart chakra. I have felt for years that there is blockages in my heart chakra so I feel ready to face it instead of fearing it.

One of the things that first caught my eye is the clay bracelet from MudLOVE . I really like their philosophy and I really feel that everyone has the right to clean water. Those of us that have it really don't know how fortunate we really are. I've given this "grace" bracelet to a friend who resonated with it more. I ordered a few from MudLOVE that says "forgiven." Forgiveness is something I need to work on and am ready to face. The other 2 were gifts and both people were super happy, as the sayings I chose for them were perfect for them too.

I was looking forward to receiving the Dive In Deck because it's being hyped up on social media. It's a lot smaller than I thought it would be, the size of a playing cards deck, but I actually like that. The images are so unique and thoughtful. It's a tool for contemplation. I've done a few readings already and the cards I've pulled feel perfect for that moment.

When I first opened the box, all I could smell the deliciousness of the candle from In Light and Love Candles. The description is: lavender, vanilla, pink magnolia blossom and coconut. It has a powerfully sweet smell that's both uplifting and feminine. This is an intention candle and has a piece of chalk with a space to write what you want to call into your heart. After thinking long and hard about it, I wrote "forgiveness."

This is the second time that we've gotten chocolate from Chocolita. This one is designed to help ignite your passion. I'm still adjusting to vegan chocolate, once I get over the first initial taste, it tastes great. I still prefer the one that was sent out in the third-eye box.

Last but not least, we were sent a Self Love crystal set from Energy Muse. The 3 crystals are Aventurine (I love it, can you tell?), Rose Quartz (who can ever have enough of it?), and Rhodonite (I had one years ago and lost it, happy to get it again.) I will definitely be working with these crystals to try and heal myself.

Overall, another fantastic box from Goddess Provisions. Everyone needs some self-love and everything in this box feels perfectly curated. Next month's box will be based around the crown chakra, interested to see what will come my way.

Did you get this box? What are your thoughts on self-love?

Bite Beauty Amuse Bouche Chai Review

Bite Beauty is one of my favourite lipstick companies of all time. They are bold, innovative and Canadian. They've just released a new collection of lipsticks called Amuse Bouche which have replaced their old Luminous formula.

Today I will be reviewing the colour that I gravitated towards most, Chai. They describe it as being a, "Mid-tone brown with a hint of mauve."

Swatched on my skin pulls more of a darker toned pinky-brown with warmer (reddish) under tones and I can see the touch of mauve. 

In the picture on the left, the first swatch is one swipe and second swatch is three swipes. This was when I first got the tube. It now swatches almost opaque every time.

The formula is creamy and looks like a demi-matte finish. This is a really pigmented formula, so you can expect full impact colour. This lipstick uniforms my pigmented lips.

I didn't include a swatch on my lips because it's pretty much a my lips but better colour, the perfect everyday shade. For reference, I have a darker medium-tan complexion.

It's a moisturizing formula that feels a little thick on my lips. Bite Beauty's lipsticks are food grade, which is excellent because you end up eating your lipsticks. You don't want to be consuming a lot of toxins.


It wore well on me throughout the day. The pigment faded evenly on me, as usual with the Bite Beauty formulas. I rarely have to touch up during the day, only after eating. I received a lot of compliments on the Chai colour.

I want to take a moment to talk about how beautiful the packaging is. The visual of the juicy lips they've chosen is gorgeous! Maybe they're trying to show case the pomegranate oil, one of the main star ingredients. The sleek signature dark matte grey tube is so timeless.  All the lipsticks in the Amuse Bouche line have a citrus aroma that is refreshing and pleasing, a sensory experience. They are really uping their game as time goes on. I look forward to see what they come out with in the future.

Have you tried the new Amuse Bouche line? What are your thoughts on Bite Beauty?

Self Love

 Happy Valentine's Day! 

Hope you're all having a lovely day and loving you!

Today is the coldest day of the year so far and I was fortunate to get the day off. In the spirit of Valentine's Day (and being house bound) I decided to so something loving for myself. I didn't follow any to-do lists or force myself to start tackling my mountain of chores. Instead, I wanted "me time." For today's post I wanted to share some things I love to do when I hit the "pause" button when things get overwhelming and crazy.

Meditation is amazing. It's like an extra boost to recharge and set the tone of your day. There's something about sitting comfortably, closing your eyes, and connecting to a higher source that can't be described. You have to experience it to believe it.

Lighting candles and incense really brings me a lot of joy and I feel that it really clears the space. I have multiple types of incense but my favourite is Blue Pearl Jumbo Classic Champa. The energy in my home feels so great after I light it.

Reading is magical because it transports you into another world and broadens your horizons. Getting lost in a paperback book is perfect when you're tired of looking at computer screens. Right now I'm reading The Fionavar Tapestry by Guy Gavriel Kay. It's actually 3 books in one, you can find each book separately as well. I really recommend this book to anyone who loves magic, adventure, and epic journeys. It's kind of like a mashup of Harry Potter and Lord of the Rings.

Taking time to reflect is healthy. I like to journal and do card readings for myself. I'm currently using Doreen Virtue's Angel Answers Oracle Cards Deck. Sometimes I'm very surprised from the readings or the results from writing my thoughts out.

Finding a creative outlet can really help release a lot of pent up emotions. I love creating new looks with makeup. Right now I'm wearing 100 percent pure's Fruit Pigmented Natural Juicy Lip Gloss in Naked. I love this colour! It's a sheer, neutral pink that has little shimmers in it. Every time I see it, I think of Rose Quartz.

Speaking of crystals, that's something else I love. I've always been attracted to them for as far back as I can remember. Their energies and presence always boost me in some way. Today I pulled out all of my rose quartz and am enjoying their gentle and loving energy.

What are you doing this Valentine's Day? What do you love to do when during "you time?"