NARS MULTIPLE PALM BEACH

It's been awhile that I haven't posted here... Been very busy lately with our housing application. Anyhow, I just want to share my rekindled love with NARS multiple in Palm Beach...

Love, love, love this blush!

Bourjois Liner Clubbbing Eyeliner

Love this eyeliner. The best liquid eyeliner I have ever used! It had a super skinny brush, and it also goes on incredibly pigmented! I always prefer the brush tipped applicator it gives me a precise line, I can manipulate the thickness of the line according to my liking.

I have this in absolute black. I love the colour and that it's really budge-proof although I haven't tried this one on water. As for the drying time, it takes a minute or two to dry, but the staying power is really great. This washes off easily with cleansing oil. Highly Recommended.

MILANI MOSAIC IN TOUCH OF SUN

One of my favorite swap finds. It's still new and I'm lucky to have this.

I use this bronzer, as a blush, and as eyeshadow. It's very handy for travel. Highly pigmented and it is just beautiful...it is a lovely, warm, deep peachy color and really gives me that "glow". Very smooth application, a little goes a long way. Its buildable and blendable.

This weights 0.41 OZ / 11G, this will last me a lifetime. This product is worth checking out.

MAC MINERALIZE SKIN FINISH DUO

 

I love this MSF! I got this from a swap at Makeupalley. I've always wanted to try this out but I don't have any access to MAC store.

 

Anyway, I got the shade in Medium/Natural and Shimmer. Mine has about 60% powder and 40% shimmer.I'm not really a fan of Mineral Makeup. But this item I find it difficult pass up.This is a limited edition and its really nice to own one.

I LOVE LOVE LOVE the matte side, which isn't cakey matte but just a sheer matte that clings to your

skin and make you look flawless. I'm using this to set my liquid foundation. So far I haven't felt any burning sensation with this powder since I always had that experience with most of the Mineral Makeup I tried. I don't use the item together, I use them separately with my kabuki brush. As for the shimmery part, I'm using it as highlighter, it's so pretty!it leaves the prettiest glow on my cheekbones! 

And the best part of this item is that its so compact. I really love this, now I'm lemming to get the MSF Petticoat or Soft and Gentle. This retails around $28 USD and Net weight 9g/0.31 US OZ.

If you can get your hand on this baby, try checking it out. It's really worth your money.

My EYE Products

Products I often use... Just sharing my current favorites...

Undereye Concealer

Nyx Concealer in a Jar in "Light", this concealer really covers up my undereye circles. It goes on smooth and a little goes a long way. It doesn't melt and it doesn't cake.

Eye Primer

Too Faced Eye Shadow Insurance, the best primer I ever tried. It really gives your eyeshadow the

 full-coverage insurance policy against all fading creasing melting blurring oil-slicked and hard-to-blend eye shadow accidents. As the product claims.

Eyeshadow Base

MAC paint pot in Painterly, I'm so loving this. I love the shade, its matte, and it keeps my oily eyelids at bay.

Eyeshadow

NYX single eyeshadow in Highlight, I love using this shade on my entire eyelid, on top of my MAC Paint Pot in Painterly. It really opens my eyes and gives me that fresh look without going over the top.

Eyelash Curler

Shu Uemura Eyelash Curler, the "best" eyelash curler for me. Gives me the sexiest curl and opens up my eyes. I really get my moneys worth for this item.

Pencil Eyeliner

Revlon Colorstay Pencil Eyeliner in Brown, Smudge-proof and staying power is superb. I could not ask for a better pencil eyeliner.

Liquid Eyeliner

Bourjois Liner Clubbing Liquid Eyeliner in Absolute Black, gives me that precise line in a striking effect of black. I love the supple brush its so easy to control. It's 100% tear and sweat proof.

Eyebrow Powder

Kate by Kanebo in Designing Eyebrows in EX-5(Darkest Shade), I love this kit because of the 3 shades, for eyebrows, highlight, and nose contour. Very portable and shades are long lasting.

 Mascara

CoverGirl LashBlast Volume Blasting  Waterproof Mascara in Very Black, I'm so over this mascara. It gives me volume,thickness, length, gives me that look of having falsies.

My PUPA Brush Set

My ultimate find... My 21 pieces PUPA makeup brush set with makeup artist leather belt... Isn't this a beauty??? JOLOVESMAKEUP did a review on this, sad to say the YouTube makeup guru is no longer registered and so is the makeup brush seller on ebay. Anyway, this brush make me feel   like a professional makeup artist. The brush set is made of the squirrel and goats hair. Its of high quality, very dense, and tighly pack brush set.This is the softest brush I ever tried on. I love the handle its so sexy and unique. And the brush set really delivers precise application.  The brush set also comes with a brush guard and makeup artist leather tool brush belt. What more can you ask for?

Its been with me for over a year now but it still looks new. I've wash it countless of times and still the brush didn't shed. If you get the chance to find a good makeup brush set, try investing in getting one. Its a perfect tool for precise application of your makeup.

The best part of this brush set, is the price. Its so affordable! It cost me around $25 USD including  international shipment. If you try checking out MAC brush, a MAC 217 blending brush cost around $22.50 + tax. I know it's MAC - it justify the price, but if you can find one that can deliver the same result and gives you more value for your money why not invest one right?

Try checking out eBay, you can find a affordable brush set of high quality. Just make sure the eBay seller is a POWERSELLER, and check their feedbacks too. Just a tip... Enjoy looking...

My Summer Favorite Face Products

Products I often use...

Moisturizer

Testing out local organic products... I love this one its from Human Nature Royal Jelly Day Lotion...
Love the smell and it doesn't leave me oily...

SPF 45

Nothing fancy... My derma's formulation...

Face Primer

Monistat Chafing Relief Powder-Gel, gives me that smooth canvass... Makes everything I put on my face last longer and stays in put...

My Face Powder

Fanny Serrano Cake Foundation in Mocha, My choice for the summer, offers me light to medium coverage...

Blemish Concealer

Fanny Serrano Concealer in Sand, Makes my blemish disappear... and works well with my foundation...

Contour Powder

NYX blush in Taupe, My perfect powder for contour...

Highlighter

Bourjois Luna D'or, gives me that perfect highlighting effect...

"The" Blush

Nars Orgasm Peachy-Pink with shimmer... The most versatile color for me...

Bronzer

 Loreal Hip Bronzing Powder in Blessed... Gives me the "JLO" glow. They say its a dupe of NARS Bronzer in Laguna. I'm just happy to have it...

"The" Final Powder

Guerlain Meteorites in Beige Chic ... Gives me the perfect glow...

 Just sharing my summer favorites...

My Lip Products

Just sharing my Favorite Lippies...

Lip Balm for In-door

Chapstick

( Mint )

My son and I's favorite

Lip Balm for Out Door with SPF

 

Carmex SPF 15 Lip Balm 

( Cherry )

Love this! So minty and I love the scent.

Lip Gloss

Shu Uemura RD165N

(Classic Red)

Love, Love, Love, the formulation and color

Everyday Lipstick

 Estee Lauder Pure Color Lipstick

(Crystal Baby)

The "best" nude lipstick I ever tried...

Glam Lipstick

 Shu Uemura Unlimited Rouge in RD 170

(Bright Crimson Red) 

My favorite accessory for that perfect statement...

Lip Stain

Bourjois Hi-tech

(Pink)

Giving me that perfect stain. I just forgot the shade...

Lip Liner

Maybelline Lip Express

(Fawn)

The best thing about this is you can use it as liner or  lipstick...

Intensive Repair

Vaseline 

(Petroleum Jelly)

Use for my Lip Scrub and Lip Repair

Shu Uemura Lipgloss in RD165N Review

Since I haven't got the Shu uemura Rouge unlimited lipstick in RD 165N I decided to give this I try. I really love red lippies. I love how it brightens the face and sporting a classic look. This shade is true classic red lip color with less shimmers but still look shiny. A beautiful wash of color on my pigmented lips. This is a good alternative for those who want a classic red look, but don't like the feel of lipstick. I love using this alone. Daytime or nightime. I have no rules in wearing "red", as long as I can pull it off.

The formula is light, not sticky , and non-drying. The shine is fabulous and I find this long lasting. This has a a faintly sweet, fruity scent, but not over powering.

The cons for this product is in terms of packaging and price. As for the applicator, it has an extra-long, very slender doe foot applicator which is hard for precise application. As for the price, this retails at $22 USD Shu uemura website. Shu uemura products are more cheaper in Asean countries.

Shu Uemura Rouge Unlimited RD170 Lipstick Review

RD 170 "My HG Lipstick". This is by far the best lipstick, I have ever had. The formula is to die for. Its so rich,creamy & highly pigmented. It feels so soft and light and feels great on. I love the shade, its bright crimson red with bluish undertones. I always get compliment wearing this.

This retails at $23 USD at Sephora but sells a bit cheaper here in Asia. I got mine in Hongkong, I specifically ask my friend to buy this beauty for me. And I paid around P800+ for this item a bit cheaper than Rustan's which retails this around P1400+ up.

This product is worth checking out...

For cheaper alternatives:

Check out Revlon Lipstick their Renewist or Super Lustrous line. I read somewhere that they are at par with Shu uemura lippies. I haven't tried Revlon yet so I can't attest to this claim.

Shiseido Maquillage Quad Review

I got this as a wedding present from my Hubby's office mate. I love everything about this quad, I simply cannot find anything bad to say about it. This shade is in RD742 or simply the purple quad.

Let me start by saying I absolutely love japanesse makeups . I adore their quality and SHISEIDO is one among the best brand I often read in the reviews. And one of the brands I'm lemming to have.

As for this quad, I really love all the shades. It makes my brown eyes pop and gives me that glam feeling. The quad consist of eyeshadow for lid,mid tone eyeshadow base-contour for the outer-V, highlighter, and eye liner.

In terms of the quality, texture, lasting power, wearability of shades and packaging they are of good quality. However for those ladies who are into smokey eye look ,I guess you'll be dissapointed with quad. Though these are highly pigmented eyeshadow the color selection tends to lean more on the pastel range. And thats pretty much I love about it thats why I'm giving this a two thumps up.

I think the only major drawback for this quad is that its way too expensive. I think this retails around P3k + up in the market. This product is really worth checking out.

Bourjois Bronzing Powder in #52 Review

My HG bronzer! I totally heart BOURJOIS!

It's a gorgeous shade of brown with just a touch gold glimmer.I sometimes use this as a blush. ;-) This powder has a soft texture, buildable and blendable. This shade is a natural brown w/ subtle shimmer which gives you the most natural sunkissed look (this is not at all orange).

I really love the packaging, it looks like a chocolate bar and it smells like one too! I love using this with my kabuki brush and put it on my cheeks, shoulders, and decolletage. I often used this on day time. This retails around 7 GBP in UK and $18 USD in the US. Luckily I got two of these from a swap.

As for purchasing, definitely will start looking, if this runs out. This product is worth checking out.

Skin Food Aloe Sun BB Cream SPF 20 PA+ Review

After reading tons of reviews of BB creams I finally indulge myself in getting one. I got mine in Shade No. 1 a yellow-ish base.

First of all I really adore this product. One of my HG. Now let me start with the Pros :

- I Love the glowy-dewy finish
- It has SPF so I can skip my SPF routine, "time saver"
- I can skip my concealer because it offers a bit concealing (since I got minor cover ups)
- It's light coverage but it's buildable
- Love the Aloe scent
- Oil control is pretty decent
- No pale white cast

as for the Cons:

- The consistency is a bit thick but its blendable; nothing major ops
- Limited shade range ; 2 shades only
- Retail Price in Skin Food store is Major Downside; retails around P1300+ peso something
(but try checking out on eBay or private seller on multiply)

As for repurchasing, definitely yes...

Bourjois Lune D'or Blush Review

I adore this blush it's very lovely. So let me start my review on the positive note. This blush is a baked texture, it's highly pigmented, finely milled, and the powder is rose scented. The powder is blendable and buildable. This shade is in peachy pink shade with very fine gold shimmer that gives me the prettiest, most delicate glow. I always get compliments wearing this blush. I think anyone can pull this color of.

As for the con side, this product is not available here in the Philippines. This blush is only 2.5 g net wt. 0.08 oz and retails at $14 in the US. It's definitely a tiny pot, with mirror and small blush brush inside. I find it quiet expensive taking note that is only a drugstore brand. However the packaging comes in handy for occasional touch ups because you can slip it in your purse.

On the final note this item is still worth checking out because taking into consideration the pigmentation, shade, blendability, and glow effect - that $14 cost is worth it.

Guerlain TOUCHE DE NACRE No. 200 Review

I'm a big Guerlain fan... I adore their makeup and I'm sucked in by Guerlain's pretty packaging. When I saw this quad on their website I'm out of words. I got to have it! Luckily my Sister-in-law went to Bangkok and purchased this beauty for me.

This palette is soooo beautiful, the colors are very wearable, the texture is superb and the effect is ethereal and fairy-like. I always get compliments using this, it's quiet unique.The pigmentation, the shimmer, I can't find the right words to properly describe it. However, if your a MAC eyeshadow user, I guess you'll be pretty dissapointed with this quad. This eyeshadow is not as intense as MAC. This quad's pigmentation and texture reminds me of my Shiseido Maquillage Quad eyeshadow, pretty on their own.

Going back to this quad, all four shades blend beautifully and works well seperately or in combination. The quad consist all light shades of pink, green, blue, and yellow. The shadow case is very lovely its nice, sturdy and holds up well.

One major drawback for this quad is the price. This retails at $57 USD (tax), a bit over price in my opinion. But I still bought it, what a sucker! ;-)

As for recommendation, I still think this product is worth checking out. Thumbs up for Guerlain!

Too Faced Eye Shadow Insurance Review

As I was searching for eye product to combat my oily eyelids I stumbled upon this one on You Tube. A lot of makeup gurus are raving about this. I've been torn in getting this between the UDPP (Urban Decay Primer Potion) - but this one by far had won me.

Pros:
- Combat my oily eyelids
- Blendability - no problem in blending
- No fading, No creasing, no melting, no blurring (a real full-coverage insurance policy indeed)
- Make cheap eyeshadow look vibrant
- Staying power is awesome
- Nice packaging - you can all use up the product
- You only need a small pea size to cover your entire eyelid
- Silicon-based eyeshadow primer - won't alter your eyeshadow shade

Cons:
- Retails around $17 USD
- Availability - I'm not sure if this is available in the market

Considering how awesome my Eye makeup now looks, its definitely worth checking out.

Revlon "Just Bitten" Review

I love lip stains and this is a good one. Too bad they are discontinued but I'm glad I was able to buy some back up. ;-) The product is excellent, very wearable. It is a bit tricky to apply if you aren't familiar with lip stains, as you need to exfoliate your lips , before using this item. Then apply and let it dry. I don't find this item long wearing because it fades off after 4 hours. It has a fruity taste but does not bother me at all.

The packaging sucks! The roller ball is really annoying it gives you an uneven stain but-you can fix this by using your finger or a q-tip. I have this in Cherry Tart and Berry Juicy, it literally gives you that just bitten look. As for recommendation, If you can find one it's worth checking out.

Bourjois Gold Bronzing Powder # 54 Review

This is an absolutely irresistable bronzer filled with cluster of sunshine with a yummy chocolate scent. This bronzer will give you that shimmer with subtle gold reflection. The powder is ultra soft, it is blendable and buildable. Its quiet scary to look at but once you put it on you'll be melting with pleasure.

For application, I love using my kabuki brush and use this on my cheeks, shoulder, and decolletage. My skin look so tempting after putting this on. I often use this at night time, it never fails to give me that Goddess glow. I love the packaging, I love the smell, I love Bourjois! ;-) Its a shame that this brand is not available here in the Philippines. This retails around 7 GBP, in UK. Luckily I got it from a swap from a friend in UK.

This product is worth checking out...

Monistat Chafing Relief Powder Gel Review

After watching so many glowing reviews on this on You Tube, I decided to try this product for my sensitive combination skin. I used it primarily under my liquid foundation. It made my skin smooth, cling to my foundation, made my foundation last longer and did not break me out. Overall, I'm loving this. This is my HG for face primer.

I definitely recommend this, it's worth checking out. This is a great option for someone who doesn't want to buy a higher end primer. It works just as well as the expensive brands if I compared it to Laura Mercier Foundation Primer. The tube is very convenient and easy to apply. A little goes a LONG way. And this retails around P500+ up (peso).

Benetint by BeneFit Review

This is "one" of my all-time favorite lip & cheek tint. I really love how natural and rosy this makes your cheeks look and it's rose scented too. The colour payoff is great and very long wearing. I wear this on days when I don't want to sport a no makeup look - I just blend it into bare skin and it gives me a really healthy glow. However, you have to be careful in the application because this dries up so fast. What I usually do is place 3 dots on one cheek let it stay for 5 seconds then blend. Then do the other cheek and build it up according to my liking. It's easy to apply and great on lips too!

The huge draw back for this item is that it retails around $28 USD (and tax) for a 12.5 ml bottle. It's very pricey for a lip & cheek stain. But Cost-wise, it's not too bad considering one bottle lasts so long. I had mine for about 8 months now and my tint still looks full.

I definitely recommend this for someone who wants that no fuss, natural flushed cheek look.