Thursday, July 29, 2010

review: mac paint pots







likes
-makes eyeshadow vibrant
-comes in a lot of different colors and finishes
-doesn't crease so a base isn't necessary
-easily applied with either fingers or a brush
-the packaging is pretty

dislikes
-product can be drying on the lids ( you have to blend quickly)
-the breakable glass packaging
-expensive
-if you don't blend it properly it can kinda look cakey

would i purchase again?
probably not, with products like udpp & tfsi you can't find a better base and nyx's jumbo eye pencils are as vibrant and easier to blend. it's also cheaper.

Wednesday, July 21, 2010

hong kong haul

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Sunday, July 18, 2010

review: smashbox softlights




lens


prism


swatches :)



likes:
-finely milled powder makes the product go on really smoothy
-the shimmer is very subtle, there's no huge chunks of glitter
-it's very versatile, it's not just for cheeks it can be used for brow hi-light
-these jumbo pots contain 0.352 oz of products and since a little goes a long way..these pots will last forever and a day!


dislikes:
-the product is too soft and crumbly. it will be a nightmare if i ever drop this
-it's pretty pricey but for the amount of product you'd be getting...
-if you're going clubbing or dancing, the shimmer might end up looking like oil in your face

overall:
if you're looking for a luminizer that gives you a really natural finish plus depositing a little color, this product is for you. its pricey but the huge pot really would make it last forever, so it's really worth it.

will i purchase again ?
yes! if and when i finish these two pots :)

Saturday, July 10, 2010

review: lucas papaw ointment







likes:

-affordable
-huge tub (75g) will last forever
-will heal an dry patches on face, lips,elbows,hells, knees etc!
-a lot of people don't like the smell, but i LOVE it!
-very moisturizing
-smooth and balmy on the lips ( despite the texture)
-it has amazing staying power!

dislikes:

-not affordable in manila, have to get it online!
-if you're easily tired of products..beware! the 75g tube is HUGE and will probably last me 2 years...or more!
-some people might be bothered by the smell. although i found it pleasing
-the jar lid tends to get gunky and messy. probably had to do with the shipping though :)

overall:

this product is amazing with all its moisturizing agents and capabilities. but to be completely honest it is pretty much like vaseline but in a cute jar and a more expensive price tag. soo if you're like me, and you are willing to pay more for something prettier and a cult product, go ahead and pick one up :) you won't be disappointed :)

will i purchase again? yes! :) IF and WHEN this stuff runs out :)

Friday, July 9, 2010

june favorites

hi beauties! i hope i'm not too late with this post :) this is the first time i'm doing something like this and hopefully i can continue doing it every month. i didn't go in-depth with any of these products but if any of you want me to review any products here...please just ask :) i will gladly do it :) so anways, on to the post!! :)



1. the balm time balm concealer #light medium
2. covergirl lash blast mascara #black
3. too faced shadow insurance
4. styli style line and seal eyeliner # black-brown
5. mac studio fix foundation #nc30
6. mac blush #gingerly
7. mac lipstick #hug me
8. mac eyeshadow #cork ( for my eyebrows)
9. marionnaud blush brush #32
10. mac angled brush #168SE
11. mac small angled brush #208

Saturday, July 3, 2010

eotd: cranberry & trax

wow! i'm on a roll with posting these days :D i was looking at my collection and realized i barely touch any of my "colored" eyeshadow. so i decided to make one! please excuse my blending-everytime i see the finished look in a photograph i see sooo many mistakes i need to fix! but i guess this is why i have this blog to share and also to learn :) also, i need to learn how to tightline! i see soo much gaps in between my lashes- yuck! haha

well anyways, hope you beauties like my EOTD :)









products used:

mac paint pot #constructivist (base)
mac eyeshadow #cranberry (lid)
mac eyeshadow #trax (crease)
mac eyeshadow #shroom (inner eye)
mac eyeshadow #vanilla (brow highlight)
revlon eyeliner #black (lashline & waterline)
mac eyeshadow #espesso ( brows)
covergirl lashblast mascara #black

Thursday, July 1, 2010

fotd





products used:

eyes:
too faced shadow insurance
nyx jumbo eye pencil # cottage cheese (base)
mac eyeshadow # modest tone (lid)
mac eyeshadow # wedge (crease)
mac eyeshadow # vanilla (brow highlight)
mac eyeshadow # espresso (brows)
shu uemura eyelash curler
covergirl lash blast volume #black

face:
olay moisturizer
the balm concealer
mac studio fix foundation

cheeks:
nyx cream blush #natural
mac blush #dollymix

lips:
mac lipstick # hug me