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Review: Kanebo Freshel White C W Cream UV BB Cream

By rainyydays · January 28, 2012 · 3 Comments · 47 Views

Kanebo Freshel White C W Cream UV BB Cream

From press release:

The Gentle Fruit Acid Mixture is formulated to soften skin that is hardened by the UV rays to enable Adhesive Collagen and Vitamin C to penetrate quickly into your skin.

Fruit Acid Mixture is an extract of 5 types of plants and trees (rich with lactic acid, glycolic acid and other substances). Cowberry, sugar cane, sugar maple, orange and lemon.

  • Penetrating vitamin C (Active Whitening Ingredient)
  • Adhesive collagen (moisturizing ingredient)
  • Alpha hydroxy acid mixture
  • Citrus peel extract
  • Orange peel extract

 


My opinion:

A little about what BB creams are before I start my review, BB Creams are basically multi-functional products, some even formulated with up to 10 functions. This BB cream in particular is said to be an Essence, Emulsion, Cream, Suncreen and Makeup Base all in one. And with our busy lifestyles now, where ladies only have 15 minutes or even less to do their makeup in the morning, a BB cream is a god-sent.

This BB cream has been the 1 bb cream I've been favouring among a few BB creams that I own. It feels really comfortable on my skin, doesn't make me feel like a have something heavy on. On days when I just need something to even out my skin tone, or days when I go to school and don't use much makeup, this is perfect.

I've used it a few ways:

1) BB Cream + Concealer (if needed) + face setting powder (like MAC MSF Natural)

This worked really well, the BB cream evened out my skin tone, concealed some minor acne scarring that I have. I use a concealer if I require any extra concealing for blemishes and what nots. Then I set it with a pressed face powder. This helps keep my face from being oily for at least 6 hours.

2) BB Cream + Liquid Foundation

Sometimes I've used the BB cream as a base for my liquid foundation on days where I require more coverage. I actually think this combination is too heavy for my skin, so I don't do this very often. But it does help my liquid foundation last longer. Provide extra coverage for my skin. Acts as a primer for my foundation and also provides sun protection as my liquid foundations usually doesn't have SPF.

3) BB Cream + Powder Foundation/Two-way cake

This is the combination that I use the most. Because it provides just the right amount of coverage for me. Not too little, not too much. It works really well together in making my foundation last longer. If I use just the powder foundation on its own, it won't last as long because I have oily skin and the powder foundation will start 'showing' on my face. The BB cream also acts as a primer in this case, making my powder foundation smoother and I don't get oily as fast.

 

How it works on my face:

Before applying:


I've really enjoyed using this BB cream. And would probably repurchase once I'm out. But with every application, you only require just a small amount for your whole face so one tube would last you pretty long. Freshel also has another BB cream in a brown tube called Moisture Lift and I'm tempted to try that BB cream next.

If I remember the prices correctly, both BB creams by Freshel is selling for S$33 each.

 

Thanks for reading!

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Disclaimer: This product was sponsored by Kanebo, but all opinions regarding the product are mine

Review: Mogitate Kajitsu Lip Balm

By rainyydays · January 26, 2012 · 2 Comments · 24 Views

When I first opened this lip balm, the first thing that came to my mind was: Japanese Grape Gummies. Because that's exactly what it smells like. And I LOVE Japanese grape gummies. No matter what brand of grape gummies you buy, somehow all the ones from Japan just smells so yummy and taste so yummy, I feel like having some now. But back to the lipbalm, this smells so yummy. Really.

To me, most lip balms in a tube like that, feels almost the same on the lips for me. So I love picking the ones that has really like smells and flavours. And I was so happy with this lipbalm because some other ones I've tried just falls short when it came to being true to the flavour it was supposed to be like.

This lipbalm feels like how vaseline would feel on your lips. It has a sorta waxy feel to it and is mildly minty. Really nice to use for everyday casual-just-throw-it-into-your-purse. Even on your lips the grape smell just lingers and lingers. Yum.

Some information about the lipbalm from the packaging:

- Moisturizes and softens lips with natural fruit juice, honey and Bee Wax
- Smoothes lips and prevents wrinkle with Squalane, Grape Seed Oil, Vitamin A and E
- UV Protection

I think its great when a lipbalm comes with UV protection because most people do forget that their lips require protection from the sun as well. So thats definitely an added plus.

To sum it up, this lipbalm feels the same on lips like how other lipbalms feel. But in terms of the smells and flavour, it really stands out compared to the rest I've tried. I won't even mind purchases some other flavours to try them out.

 

Thanks for reading!

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Disclaimer: This product was sponsored by The Sample Store, but all opinions are mine.

Trying my hand at depotting?

By rainyydays · January 26, 2012 · 0 Comments · 34 Views

Hey!

Haven't been able to blog for the longest time because of school. But exams are getting nearer which would probably mean I won't be able to blog even more. So I'm trying out a new way of blogging. Blogging through my phone. If I'm able to do it (churning out posts through my phone) I would definitely be able to post more often. Blogging through my phone is infinitely easier than if I have to blog from my computer 'cause most days I don't even on my computer now. Too much distraction. Haha. So we'll see how this goes. And I'm still trying to figure out how do I upload photos from my phone to the onsugar blog. Is it not possible? If anyone knows, please help me. I've searched through the onsugar FAQ but came up with nothing, except telling me to post through email, which is what I'm trying now, but there can only be one photo attached per email, annoying D:

EDIT: Blogging through email from my phone=FAIL :( the words I've added after the embedded photo just won't appear and I'm now editing the post from my computer. Sighs. If only onsugar would create an iphone app (hint hint)


Anyway, back to what I wanted to talk about.

Firstly, Happy (belated) Chinese New Year to everyone! I had a great time hanging out with my relatives and friends and what not. Of course it included lots of eating. I feel like a whale now. No more junk food for at least 3 months!

Recently, I started feeling like I wanted to depot all my Mac eyeshadows and blushes. So while I was in town with my friends yesterday, I came home with these!

 

1 empty 15 eyeshadow palette. And 1 empty blush palette. They are both S$25 each. And are only available at the MAC standalone store at Ngee Ann City I think. Correct me if I'm wrong.

And now I can't wait to start my depotting. If I manage to figure out how to upload photos through my phone, then I'll definitely show you how I'm going to be depotting my Mac eyeshadows and blushes. If not...well I'm think of a way :)

Thanks to all my new and existing subscribers for following me! Even with my long standing hiatus. Eek. I know. Please bear with me :)

Lots of love!
Kim

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Swatches: My favourite MAC eyeshadow!

By rainyydays · November 15, 2011 · 5 Comments · 132 Views

I know its too early to say that this is my favourite MAC eyeshadow out all ALL mac eyeshadows because there's just too many shades and I do not own all the shades. But out of the shades that I do own, this is my fave fave fave. So much so that, this is the first eyeshadow I've ever hit pan on! Monumental moment, haha, I kid.

I'm sure you're already wondering which eyeshadow it is...

Right?

It is none other than...PATINA

Such a pretty color, I use it mostly as a transition color for my eye makeup, blending out a darker color. I also use it as a wash of color all over my lid sometimes. Somehow I can just pair patina with almost every eye makeup I wear and it looks amazing.

 

What's your favourite MAC eyeshadow?

 

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Disclaimer: This eyeshadow was bought with my own money :)

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Sale: Shiseido Private Sale 2011!

By rainyydays · November 14, 2011 · 0 Comments · 61 Views

Shiseido sale is here again! :)

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Review: L'Oreal Paris Revitalift White Day Cream & Essence + Event Photos + GIVEAWAY!

By rainyydays · November 14, 2011 · 0 Comments · 94 Views

Hey!

First a little happy dance as I've just reached more than 400 followers! *dances* Big thanks to all of you who have followed me on makeup&me. (Many giveaways coming up! So stay tuned! :D)

Now back to the original post

I don't know if many of you have noticed, L'Oreal Paris recently have released some new items from their Revitalift line named 'Revitalift White'. I was fortunate enough to be given 2 products by L'Oreal Paris to try out and I've tested it out sufficiently enough to tell you how I feel about them. So, this post is dedicated to the review of both products.

Revitalift White is a range with is slightly different from the original Revitalift range in that, this range is targetted for ladies who are in their mid-20s and wish to PREVENT and fight the first signs of aging.

This sentence caught my attention from the get-go, as I'm 21 myself but have always been interested in items that are anti-aging in general as I've personally seen how much proper skin care can help in keeping you looking youthful from the examples of my mom and aunts. But I've always thought that actual anti-aging products are much too 'heavy' for my skin.

L'Oreal Paris' Revitalift White range is the first anti-aging (and I use that term in general) range of products created for use for the younger ladies like myself. There may be others out there but I'm not familiar with them. So I was really glad to be able to have tried them.

From the press release:

It is an “all-in-one” solution, designed to simultaneously address the 15 key signs of ageing in one single step:

1. Reduces dark spots
2. Reduces fine lines
3. Improves suppleness
4. Reduces wrinkles
5. Boosts radiance
6. Tightens skin
7. Evens skin tone
8. Protects against UV rays
9. Brightens complexion
10. Hydrates skin
11. Smoothens skin
12. Lightens skin tone
13. Enhances luminosity
14. Softens skin
15. Fights signs of ageing

Includes active ingredients like:

Pro-Retinol A (Prevents Premature Ageing): Reduces wrinkles and fine lines by stimulating cell renewal Helps to thicken the epidermis for a complexion that looks soft, smooth and supple

Vitamin B3 (For Fairer, Translucent & More Radiant Skin): Evens out patchy skin tones & lightens skin without a trace of brown spots or pigmentation by inhibiting the transfer of skin-darkening melanin to skin cells

Shea Butter (For Hydration): Holds moisture within your skin and strengthens the lipid barrier in your skin, leaving your skin soft and glowing

 

Revitalift White Day Cream SPF18

Price: $27.90 (50ml)

I have been using this day cream on days which I'm not wearing makeup as I felt it would be a little too heavy for my skin to have this cream on plus makeup. But for days without makeup, this is wonderful. As with most creams, I only need just a tiniest amount (shown in the photo) for my whole face as I spread it out into a thin layer starting from the center of my face. And its always a plus point that this moisturiser has SPF in it, so I do not have to bother with a separate sunscreen (I do put suncreen on even when I'm just at home).

This day cream was not too heavy for my oily skin, I only got really oily after having this on for most of the day but thats normal as I usually get oily then. I didn't break out from this moisturiser, no oil bumps as well. After the first time I've used this moisturiser, I did notice a slight brightness to my skin. I don't much believe in skin whitening, but more of skin brightening so that was more of the effect I was hoping to have.

Out of the 15 signs of aging it was supposed to help prevent, the only one I felt it did not fulfil was reducing dark spots. I do have some slight but noticible dark spots on my cheek caused by acne scaring and I didn't notice any lightening on the spots. Other than that, I have no other complains with this moisturiser and I really enjoy using it.

Want to know how you can win samples of this moisturiser to try? Keep reading till the end of this post!

 

Revitalift White Essence

Price: $34.90 (30ml)

For the past few weeks, I've been using this serum at least 3 nights every week (I rotate serums to target different skin issues). I pair it with toner (either my Estee Lauder Optimizer or Shiseido White Lucent Softener) and a night cream. I've never used this in the day as I don't use serums in the day, its more of a night treatment thing for me.

Personally, I'm actually more interested in serums, treatments, essences as they seem like a more concentrated/effective product compared to the rest of the products in a skincare line. And serums can be rotated, used together. So its no surprise to me that I favour this essence to the day cream. Not to say that I don't like the day cream, just that I had to only chose 1, I would purchase this.

This essence has a very liquid-y, slightly sticky gel like texture. Among other serums I own, this feels lighter and easier to wear on your skin (more comfortable to wear everyday of the week without feeling like its too rich for my oily skin). 1 pump is sufficient for my whole face. I usually apply this, let it dry for about 5 mins before I apply my night moisturiser. In the morning, my skin feels soft and sufficiently brighter looking. This essence introduces radiance to my skin.

I did have a little bit of frown lines on my forehead which I don't have anymore after using these 2 products (I'm not using any other anti-aging lines). The same with my smile lines, its been smoothed out.

This essence has been lovely and I will definitely be still using it, I'm using it now even as I write this post!

 

 

As I didn't put up a post regarding the L'Oreal event I attended for these 2 products, here are some photos from the event I would just like to share with all of you:

 

 

GIVEAWAY!

As I'm sure many of you would prefer to try out this skincare line first before purchasing the full size item,

I will be giving away 2 samples for Revitalift White Day Cream SPF 18 to 2 separate winners!

All you need to do is comment on this blog post with:

1) Name

2) Email Address

 

You can enter as many times as you like. And on 28th Nov, I would close the giveaway and pick the 2 winners.

Thanks so much for reading! And start commenting! :D

 

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Disclaimer: All items in this post has been sponsored by L'Oreal Paris, however all opinions are my own.

My Skincare Routine (Oct 2011)

By rainyydays · November 9, 2011 · 13 Comments · 261 Views

Hi!

Just thought to share with all of you my current skincare routine. I'll share with you all the products I'm currently using, whether I like them or not, etc.

Some background information:
- I have oily/combination skin.
- Mainly oily in the T-zone, and normal/sometimes-dry jaw-line & cheeks. 
- Acne-prone skin.

 

Cleansers

AFC Herb Cleansing Oil (review) - I always use this after I've removed my makeup with Bioderma, just to ensure my face is clean of all traces of makeup. 2 pumps of this is enough for my whole face. I've really enjoyed using cleansing oils, they make my skin feels really clean but not stripped of moisture/

Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser for all skin types - My FAVE cleanser of all time! I think this cleanser was what saved my skin from my acne-filled past. It has a gel-like texture. Works like a charm, makes your skin feels skin but oh-so-soft. I would really recommend Cetaphil to anyone who's having oily, acne-prone skin to try. It even works well for sensitive as it is a brand recommended by dermatologists. (and also my sister who has sensitive skin gives her thumbs-up as well)

Toners

I'm currently rotating between these 2. In no specific order or preference, I just grab for whichever I feel like using at the moment. I really love both and am on the 2nd bottle for both currently.

Estee Lauder Optimizer Pore Minimizing Boosting Lotion - This 'toner' aka lotion is a little thicker in consistency as compared to my Shiseido one. So I tend to use this on days when I feel my skin would require more hydration, but thats just a loose way to put it, I general just go by instinct. This helps keep my skin hydrated and works well with the other products I use for my face. I tried moving on to using other toners after fiishing my first bottle of this, but I found myself craving for how this makes my skin feel, so I ended up repurchasing this. Good stuffs :)

Shiseido White Lucent Brightening Refining Softener Enriched N - This is my 'lighter' toner. Generally used on days when I feel oiler, more acne-prone, i-just-want-something-light-for-my-face. I like using this so much that I have another back-up bottle in my drawer, together with a tiny travel size one so when I travel I can still use the same skincare. And it does make my skin look brighter with continuous usage.

Serums

I don't layer my serums as the skin would only absorb the first layer of serum and the serums would not be able to perform to its full potential when layered. So I either rotate. Or. What I do most days is apply my EL's idealist on my t-zone (areas where I require pore minimizing) and apply my odbo serum on my cheeks and jaw-line (areas where I require hydration)

Estee Lauder Idealist Pore Minimizing Skin Refinisher - Love the idealist. Makes my skin feel super soft. But it can be a little rich, so it may not be suitable for my skin on days when I get particularly oily. So I use it whenever I feel like pampering my face, (and when I feel like my pores look huge...haha)

Odbo Aqua Soothing Silky Essence - I bought this while vacationing in Korea, and I don't think this is available anywhere else (thats why I'm using it so so sparingly at the moment). I haven't been able to find anything thats similar to it. This serum has a gel texture, but when smoothed onto skin, it turns into a liquid where you can just pat it onto your skin. Very hydrating, but at the same time light, serum thats perfect for my oily combination skin. Its not heavy that will cause me to breakout but hydrating enough. I really hope that they make this brand available for sale elsewhere :(

Moisturisers

Moistursers with SPF, used for day. Moisturisers without SPF, I use for night. (stating the obvious, Kim...)

Elizabeth Arden Intervene Radiance Boosting Moisture Cream SPF 15 - I've just started trying out Elizabeth Arden's skincare and I really like how the Intervene range feels on my skin. For this day cream, I really only need to apply the smallest amount to the center of my face and blend outwards. I use this for days when I'm not wearing makeup.

Clarins White Plus HP Whitening Moisture Day Emulsion SPF 20 - I use this under my makeup everyday. I really like how it absorbs into my skin and the smell. Plus the SPF is an added bonus.

Elizabeth Arden Intervene Stress Recovery Night Cream - I received this sample in a set I bought. And my sister and I can't say enough good things about this night cream. Amazing amazing amazing. Just a tiniest amount is needed like the day cream, and after applying it, the next morning our skin would just somehow look more radiant, feel softer, acne and acne scarrings seemed to just fade away a little. I enjoy using it so much that just after photographing the products, I went ahead and bought the full size one. Probably my favourite skincare item among all that I'm using.

Shu Uemura puRENovate Clarifying Balancing Moisturizer - This is actually my sister's moisturiser. But sometimes when I'm feeling lazy, I like to steal hers :P As it comes with a pump, its much more convenient to use and easier as well, when you feel like you're about to collapse soon. An easy, fuss-free moisturiser that works well.

Clinique Moisture Surge Extended Thirst Relief - I bought this to see how it would fare compared to my favourite-but-now-finished moisturiser Clinique's Dramatically Different moisturiser, as many people seem to like this moisturiser. I would actually say that it is quite similar to DDM. And between the 2, my vote would still go for the DDM as its more convenient with a pump and more value for money (you get more product for a cheaper price). This moisturiser is also slightly thicker and I need to pay attention so as to not apply to much at times. But when I feel like I need a little more hydration, this is great as applying a thick layer can also act like an overnight mask. I just really don't like dipping my fingers into a tub :(

Makeup Removers

Lancome Bi-Facil - Works really well at remove my eye makeup, even waterproof mascara. My only complaint would be the packaging. The cap sometimes seems to leak inside when I shake it.

L'Oreal Gentle Lip and Eye makeup remover - An unexpected find at the drugstore. This works just as well as my Lancome Bi-Facil! And at such a cost saving! Removes waterproof mascara easily as well and is really gentle on the eyes. I definitely would repurchase this.

Bioderma Sensibio H2O for Sensitive Skin - I use this to remove my face makeup, the above 2 for eyes only. This stuff is amazing. Removes all my liquid foundation, bb cream, whatever base products I'm using, so easily, so fast. Feels just like water. There's no scent to it, so its also good for people allergic to scents. There was even a time when I just used this to remove my makeup and fell asleep before I could wash my face through with a cleansing oil/cleanser (I know, that was a terrible thing to do :() and my skin was fine when I woke up, no breakouts, no skin irritations. Really recommend this product!

Acne Treatment

Things I use to fight my acne

Mario Badescu Buffering Lotion - Works well if you want to apply an acne treatment on a large area. Application is very easy, just shake it up, pour some on a cotton wool and dab on the area. Somehow this product doesn't react well with the acne in my t-zone area. I mainly use this for acne on my cheeks and jawline area.

Mario Badescu Drying Lotion - Good stuff. This is my when-all-else-fails-and-need-to-get-rid-of-that-large-pimple-sticking-out option. I do like using this but I don't use it all the time as it dries out my skin.

Paula's Choice 2% BHA Gel - I could just kiss this product. This was what saved me from a face full of acne. In the past, there was never a day that my forehead was without pimples. But after using this, omg, I have clear skin. Even though there is definitely still room for improvement, it was because of this product that I'm that much closer to clear skin. When I first started using this, I used it 3 times a week. Then slowly decreased my usage seeing as my skin has improved. Now I only use it about once in 2 weeks or whenever I feel like a need a little exfoliation. If your main skin problem is acne, do try this out. They have different versions for different skin types, so read the FAQs to find out which is for your skin. I bought the GEL which is for oily, combination skin.

Dalacin T 1% Clindamycin Phosphate Topical Gel - This was an acne treatment gel prescribed to me by the dermatologists. Good to use, does the job without drying out my skin like some acne treatments does.

Odbo Sleeping Pack - Really good sleeping mask. Has a gel like texture. Makes my skin look radiant and feel really soft in the morning.

Olay Eye Gel with cucumber extract - My eye area can't really take the rich eye creams so I use this. Very light, hydating. Feels refreshing with the cucumber extract

Benefit It's Potent! Eye Cream - This is the first eye cream I've tried that my eyes could take using twice in a row! I really like using this. Moisturising. I'm thinking of getting the full size once I'm done with this sample.

Clinique All About Eyes Serum - Fave fave fave for puffy eyes! Immediately after applying, you can feel your eye area getting warm and the eye serum working its magic. Love it! Another product that I'm contemplating getting a full size of.

Korres Lip Butter in Quince - I think you all know how much I love my Korres Lip Butters. I'm halfway through my Quince pot now. My saviour from cracked, dry lips.

Face Mists

Lastly, face mists!

MAC Fix+ Rose - This special edition Fix+ came out awhile ago and I still have a lot left in my bottle because I only use it to set my makeup on days that I need my foundation to last. I love my rose edition one, I don't want it to run out! Fix+ works really well with my NARS Sheer Glow foundation routine to make my makeup last throughout the day.

The Face Shop Pure Water Facial Mist - I bought this because of the scent. (haha!) And I bought like 4 bottles of this because it was so cheap in Korea! I really enjoy using this when the weather is really hot, just to cool my face down. I really really like the scent. Hahaha.

Beaute Claire Skin Cleanser Detox - This is natural product that kills bacteria. I spray it on a cotton pad and dab it on area where I have acne. The scent smells really refreshing.

 

 

Those are the products I use in my skincare routine. They seem like a lot when I have them all typed out like that, but when using them, it barely takes me 5 minutes to finish applying them.

I also didn't include anything about masks, as I just use any sheet masks that I have at home when I feel like pampering my skin. And I have so many different sheet masks that talking about masks alone would probably take up a post.

Hope this has been helpful!

 

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Disclaimer: AFC Herb Cleansing Oil, L'Oreal Gentle Lip and Eye makeup remover, Benefit It's Potent! Eye Cream and Beaute Claire Skin Cleanser Detox were provided to me by companies. Apart from that all other products mentioned in this post was purchased with my own money. All thoughts on the product are mine.

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Sale: Luxasia Sale is back again!

By rainyydays · October 23, 2011 · 2 Comments · 103 Views

Hey!

I remember hearing about this news from Michelle and was really excited.

Source: http://www.beauterunway.com/2011/10/luxasia-beauty-bazaar-warehouse-sale.html

But LUXASIA SALE IS BACK AGAIN!!

Yes! My favourite sale of the year! Is coming soon. (My post of the sale last year: here)

Brands that I remember from the sale last year:

- Guerlain
- Stila
- YSL
- By Terry
- RMK
- Jurlique
- Lancaster
- La Prairie 
- Sarah Jessica Parker Perfumes
- Vera Wang
- Marc Jacobs
- Hermes 
- Nina Ricci

- many others....

 

Quick put this down in your calendar! :)

 

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Haul: When I just feel like pampering myself with a few items...

By rainyydays · October 23, 2011 · 5 Comments · 119 Views

Well, that's not a lot of items is it? Hehehe. Ok ok, a haul is a haul. But I like to think of it as purchasing a few necessities and items I would love to try. Rewarding myself? Blah hahaha.

 

First of, some base products,

MAC Face and Body Foundation in N3

I bought this off Joanna (missjology.onsugar.com) as it was a tad dark for her. But its the perfect shade for me! (For reference, I'm a NC25/30) The bottle comes with a nozzle so there's none of that mess when you're trying to get your foundation out (which tends to happen with me). I thought this foundation would be nice to use during days when I just want a light application of makeup, like school days for example, because I don't like to wear heavy makeup to school. I haven't used this enough times to comment on oil control, and what not, but I do quite enjoy using this.

 

NARS Loose Powder in Eden

Purchased this during one of NARS' 20% off, since I've been wanting to try this powder with my NARS Sheer Glow. I got the shade in Eden as it seems like the more yellow-toned one and the color works really well for my skin (it blends into my skin so its as good as a transparent powder, that means good color choice right? :)) And for reference, I'm using NARS Sheer Glow in Punjab, I should really think about putting my foundation shades in the side bar, eek.

Love how finely milled this powder is. But I can't comment on oil control yet because I've only used it once with my Sheer Glow and once with a BB cream. Maybe because I'm used to using my Sheer Glow with my Elizabeth Arden mineral powder, which provides a slight coverage, I was a little not that comfortable just using the loose powder on its own with my Sheer Glow. But I'll try it again when I'm on my better skin day and see how it goes for oil control. As for using it with the BB cream, bad choice. I was having a rather bad skin day, and the coverage from the BB cream wasn't enough, needless to say this loose powder. So I better not base my review of the loose powder on that experience.

I just need to start looking as this as a loose powder and stop expecting it to provide some more coverage and just as a setting powder. I think I've just been having the wrong expectations for it.

 

Tarte Amazonian Clay 12-Hour Blush in Tipsy

I was hovering between Tipsy or Blissful and I think if I remember correctly, Blissful was OOS, so I ended up getting Tipsy. Gorgeous blush, so pigmented.

 

NARS Pure Matte Lipstick in Bangkok

My sis has been eyeing this shade since we swatched it in Bangkok. Its a soft rose shade. Really pretty. And I really like to slim packaging of the NARS Pure Matte lipsticks. They're the same size as MAC Slimshines just having a matte finish (packaging wise)

 

Giorgio Armani Eyes to Kill Intense Eyeshadow in 4 Pulp Fiction

Isn't that close up shot amazing? This eyeshadow is soooo gorgeous! Looks equally amazing on the lids, stays put the whole day (I did use TFSI) I'm already thinking of getting a few more shades. Maybe Purpura? And a neutral shade.

(I applied this shadow with a normal flat shader brush.)

 

And lastly, False Lashes!

Which I bought from Michelle (http://icefrost.onsugar.com/), she's been doing sprees for these Taiwan Lashes. And I didn't mind trying a few as they look comfy, soft, and I like the clear lash bands! Looks much more natural :) Haven't had a chance to wear these out yet, but I will soon! (I will master wearing falsies!! Haha)

 

 

Thats all for this haul. So far. I don't even want to know how much I've spend this month. (Items on its way to me) Hahaha, you'll see soon enough, I heard some of them is reaching Singapore soon. And one is a brand that I've never tried before but been wanting to for very long. Excited! :D

 

 

Till next time!

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Swatches: My first Inglot palette (10-pan)

By rainyydays · September 19, 2011 · 4 Comments · 141 Views

Hey!

I'm blogging this post while watching the Emmys on tv right now, anyone else watched as well? :D and somehow I'm unable to blog in rich text on the iPad, so I'm typing up this post using my limited HTML knowledge and hoping it'll turn out well haha.

I've had these swatches of my (first) Inglot palette in my drafts list for awhile, so to say, I've had plenty of time to sufficiently play around with all the colors to proclaim that I love inglot eyeshadows and would definitely be buying more when I get the chance. Or maybe even try other Inglot products as I only own this palette of eyeshadows from the brand. Haha! :)

All the eyeshadows are very pigmented, not chalky. Very very good quality for the price.

The shade that I've used the most is 460DS (a dusty grey purple), which is strangely the only shade that I bought for my sister to use haha (she loves purples). But I just love using that shade with MAC Patina for a smokey eye. Very very pretty :)

Any other recommendations for other Inglot eyeshadow shades that you like? I'm planning my next 10-pan palette already :P

 

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