FOTD : My favourite green eyeshadow from Lunasol Aurorize Eyes #03 Gentle Variation

 

There are some days where I want to wear full makeup & play with colours. Green eyeshadow is my  favourite look and of all green eye colour palettes I owned, there is one that I always love to use... because it never fails me!

Kanebo Lunasol Aurorize Eyes #03 Gentle Variation is one of my favourite eye palettes in my stash. I got this 2 years back where I got it for my birthday & I'm loving it every single day. More info of the collection here . 

Unlike certain eye palette where I will only 1 or 2 colours because the other colours are not so nice, this is the only few palette that I have where I actually use all the colours. Looked how much still left in my palette despite owning and using it for 2 years already, because this is so pigmented and I only need to use very little! And the texture is pretty smooth to use too! 

The colours looked really pigmented even though I was using very little to blend!

This is one palette that I would definitely bring for my holiday because lots of looks can be created and it is so simple to use! 

p/s: Ops, actually I have to confess that I can't live without green eyeshadow :D 

Do you like my eye makeup and what is your favourite eye shadow colour?

EOTD : Rainbow Eyes Makeup with Make Up For Ever

Yesterday I got some time to kill while waiting for an event to start, so Sephora KLCC was the perfect place to loiter and to check out some stuffs. While doing my beauty rounds, I looked at the mirror & thought that my makeup looked so plain. Then I remembered that morning I was in the rush to go out and just simply did natural brown makeup.

This is my "rainbow eyes" after playing with the colours !

And I am feeling so good because been some time I have not really play with colours because I always have to do quick makeup before I got to out out in the morning :)  

I always wanted to try Make Up For Ever Aqua cream and since all SAs were so busy serving customers, I went on try out Aqua Cream colours to "brighten up" my look. Those marked in stars is the colours that I picked up; i.e Pink Beige, Warm Beige and Intense Blue for their existing collection! 

I also picked up some of the colours from their latest Aqua Summer Collection ; i.e Delicate Pastel Green & Deep Iridescent Mauve! The green is so pretty...!!!! 

The Aqua Cream is an ultra-pigmented, long-lasting waterproof cream. Highly concentrated in mother-of-pearl pigments, it provides an immediate color intensity with a luminous finish. Its long-lasting formula will not crease or smudge under the most extreme conditions.

Oh  I love love love these Aqua cream, so easy to use...and seriously wanted to buy all those colours that I used! There is no real technique and I just use my finger to it glide it through.... so easy because the texture is so smooth...even I was applying on top on my existing eye colour. The Aqua cream colour is vibrant and really long lasting! Each Makeup Forever Aqua cream selling at RM 95 

Aqua Eyes is a waterproof liner pencil. Highly pigmented, its unique formula adheres to the eyelids and doesn't run or fade even under the most extreme conditions. Its fluid, creamy texture glides onto the skin and doesn't irritate the eye contour.

I also used Make Up For Ever Aqua Eyes too! Picked up Gold, Majorelle Blue and Turquoise! This eyeliner is creamy, glides on smoothly and the colours are so pigmented! It stay on the whole night without smudging or anything....and this is really making me falling in love with colour eyeliner! Each Makeup For Ever Aqua Eyes is selling at RM 64 (if not mistaken). 

I applied Warm Beige Aqua cream all over my eyelid and from inner of my eyes applied pink beige.then applied a little bit of Delicate Pastel Green & Deep Iridescent Mauve as I applied outward. At the corner of the eyes I applied Intense blue Aqua cream.

At the first half of my upper lid on the lash line, I used Turquoise Eyes pencil eyeliner and finish it off with Majorelle Blue. To enhance the look I used Aqua Liner in Gold on my waterline. 

Note: In the morning, I am using Lunasol Skin Modeling Water Liquid Foundation OC 03, Jane Iredale Pressed Mineral Powder in Warm Sienna, Lavshuca Melting Eyes OR-1 palette, K-Palette Zero Kuma Concealer 01, Nars Orgasm Blusher and Maybelline Cat Eyes Colossal Mascara.

To finish off the look, I simply picked up a nude pinkish lipstick from Laura Mercier & applied Benefit Sugarbomb Blusher :)

Do you like my rainbow eyes makeup ? 

Should I do this more often?

p/s: Maybe I should dig out those pigment and colourful eyeshadow to play with...one of these day! 

Review : Bag of Love "Debut Bag" March Edition

I bet you have heard so much about beauty box subscriptions by now! 

 So what is NEW now in the season is Beauty Bag subscription! 

Bag of Love is the new kid on the block, gives 5 deluxe sample size beauty products in a bag (with different design every month!) every month at RM39.90!

Here I have Bag Of Love 'Debut Bag' March Edition, let's see what is inside and here is my full review!

I was lucky to received my Bag of Love by hand instead of by courier because I happened to met the founder Mimi over at an event! It is packed in a pink & white strip box, and that is so pretty! looked like Victoria Secret packaging

 Yay love how spacious is this pouch!  

I really like the bag (makeup pouch) concept compare the box concept because no matter how nice the box packaging are, it takes up spaces! Feel wasted to throw all these good quality box away and end up I used them to store my samples and I stacked all this boxes at one corner of my room!

Makeup pouch on the other hand is usable and is really a pretty even as a gift for ourselves or our friends! Now I am using this beautiful pink stripes bag as my daily makeup pouch and the quality of this bag is really good too!

Welcome note & information on the products.

 This is what is in Bag Of Love March Edition!

In total there are 5 items & 2 vouchers in the bag and it have a good mixture of products ranges from hair care, fragrance, skincare, makeup & makeup tool. 

1. Kanebo Lunasol Skin Fusing Powder Foundation - 0.6g (sample size)
2. Murad Energizing Pomegranate Cleanser - 50ml (deluxe size)
3. Rexlon Professional Color Sublime Treatment - 75ml (deluxe size)
4. Guerlain La Petite Robe Noire EDT - 2ml (vial)
5. Define Face Blending Brush - Full size 
6. Murad RM30 Gift Voucher ( valid till 30 July 2013)
7. Movie ticket for The Host - admit 1 person

  Kanebo Lunasol Skin Fusing Powder Foundation (0.6g ) in YO02
Selling full size at RM 140 (casing sold separately at RM 60)

Got this sample in almost beauty box subscription yet the sample colour that given to me is not my colour shade! Read more of my review here

Define Face Blending Brush , a full size brush RM98

First time heard of this brand and found more info at Bag of Love's website here .

Founded in 2006 by a young Malaysian couple, Definite Cosmetics is a homegrown brand that has made us proud. Stanley Wong and Josephine Mook, the husband-wife team behind the brand, conceptualized the ideas here with a team of international and professional makeup experts and have the products made in Italy. Also this brush is exclusive to Bag of Love and we can’t get it anywhere except through Bag of Love subscription!

Review : I really like this brush, was taken by suprise that the brush hair is really soft even though it is made from synthetic. I would definitely want to check out their other brushes and if they are on retail, that would be awesome! Now I just can't wait to see what brush will it be for the next Bag of Love!

Murad Energizing Pomegranate Cleanser - 50ml (Full size 150ml for RM148) 

A skin cleanser made with antioxidant rich pomegranate to revitalize your face for beautiful skin.Use two pumps on damp face, neck and chest. Rinse with warm water and pat dry.

Review : Haven't get around trying out this, will update you guys if I have tried it . Anyone has try it, want to share your thoughts?

Rexlon Professional Color Sublime Treatment - 75ml (Full size 200ml for RM88)

Revlon Professional Color Sublime Treatment is a colour radiance cream cure, specially developed to do these. Its Hydra Capture System ensures the right moisture balance in the hair and to help lock in nutrients. Its anti-ageing action permits better retention of pigments so colour remains vibrant. To top it off, it even has solar filters to give maximum protection against natural and artificial radiation.

Review : Haven't try this before , oh well I love having hair products sample because this would be really useful for my travelling and get to try it out at the same time!

Guerlain La Petite Robe Noire EDT 2m vial (Full size 50ml for RM248)

A fresh & romantic floral lace embroidered with sparkling notes

A complimentart movie pass for the movie The Host

This is a very nice suprise in the debut bag, although this movie only admit 1 person... I don't mind buying another ticket ...haven't go to watch this yet!! Hope the movie is good!

RM30 Gift voucher from Murad (valid till 30 July 2013). 

I am not sure what to buy from Murad yet, will put this aside... 

Anyone got any suggestion what to get from Murad?

 This is the cute Mimi, founder of Bag of Love. She used to beauty writer for Female Magazine!

Overall review : I am quite happy with the content of Bag of Love "Debut Bag" March Edition & the products that are given are of adequate of size and has a good mixture of hair, face, fragrance & makeup tool worth more than the subcription fee. My favourite in the Bag of Love is Define makeup brush & the bag itself of course. My only hope is that I do not want to see repetitive products again and I can't wait to see how the next bag looks like ( yes there will be different bags design every month!)

Subscription fee - I would say pretty reasonable.

To subsribe, visit http://www.bag-of-love.com/subscribe.html

Currently the Bag of Love subscription is only available in Peninsular Malaysia and it is based on first come first serve basis. 

For more info, visit http://www.bag-of-love.com

Follow Bag of Love FB at here

Review : Vanity Trove Malaysia Beauty Box, Temptress March edition

This Vanity Trove beauty box have been lying on my desk for the past 3 weeks ever since I received them. I was really excited when I got hold of them but ...when I opened up the box and see what is inside...it falls short of my expectation!

This is my second time I received my box from Vanity Trove (check out the Feb review here) . 

There are a total of 7 products and 2 vouchers in March 2013 Vanity Trove Beauty Box Temptress edition , let's see the details

1. Kanebo Lunasol Smoothing Makeup Base N - sachets    
2. Kanebo Lunasol Skin Fusing Powder Foundation - sample size    
3. Etre Belle Sensiplus Hydrasilk Day & Night Cream - sample size   
4. Etre Belle Sensiplus Hydrasilk Gel Tonic - sample size    
5. TT Orchid Extract Replenishing Mask
6. Bio-essence Bird’s Nest Bio-energy Firm & Brighten Eye Cream x 2 tubes - sample size

A total of 4 different brands are included in this box , and this time around only have face products only compare with the Feb edition where there is a mix of hair, face and even body products! And I must said when I saw the content I was pretty disappointed especially when I found out some of them have got Asian Potions Hand and Body Lotion in their box and I have 2 tubes of the same items.

Let's see the products detail

 Love the image on the pamplet that comes together with the beauty box :) The pamplets state all the information regarding the products that were included in the beauty box.

Kanebo Lunasol Skin Fusing Powder Foundation (10.5 g) in OC02
RM 140 (casing sold separately at RM 60)
-Provides a shine-free appearances with SPF 20PA++ power formula, giving your skin a smoother and radiant complexion.

I did a review on this foundation 2 years ago and this still remain as my favourite foundation. Check out my review here . As much as I like this sample, unfortunately the foundation colour that provided in the box was too fair for me, I could use OC03 or OC04 only.... hence this would probably go wasted.

Lunasol Smoothing Makeup Base (30 g) - RM118
A makeup base with a light, moist texture that controls uneven skin surfaces and dullness. Smoothes areas of concern, such as visible pores, and leaves the skin silky smooth.

This is not something new to me because I have tried this many times because SA always gave this samples when I purchase lunasol foundation.

Sensiplus Hydrasilk Gel Tonic (140 ml), RM 138

Sensiplus Hydrasilk Day & Night Cream (50 ml), RM 188 

-Sensiplus Hydrasilk Gel Tonic works to soothe and moistures one’s delicate and irritated skin, while the day and night cream protects allergy-prone skin against environmental stressors and helps relieve itching and irritation of skin.

My first time to come across this brand... shall try them out maybe one day!

Bio-essence Bird’s Nest Bio-energy Firm & Brighten Eye Cream SPF 15 x 2 tubes

-Nourishes skin with Bio-energy Fluid & Bio-Bird’s Nest Extract. Lightens dark circles, firms & brightens eye contours, smoothens fine lines & wrinkles.

Hmmmm not a big fan of Bio Essence but nevertheless will try it. I just help to wonder why did Vanity Trove gave me 2 tubes of the same samples? The purpose of people subscribing beauty box is to get different samples to try out, hence having 2 same samples from the same brand defeats the purpose. Hope VT would not give 2 same samples anymore.

Timeless Truth Orchid Extract Replenishing Mask : RM10 (per piece)

  

Whitening, Brightening, Moisturizing, Anti-aging, Clarity, Prevents Dark Spots, Reduce Uneven Skin Tone  Comes withEar flaps also ensure that one does not miss out their neck area and to further increase firming effect.

First time coming across this brand, and would be trying out this soon. Heard good review from my fellow blogger friends! Available in MaskSlim outlets and TT Mask Facebook Store.

   
Received 2 vouchers in this Feb Vanity Trove Beauty Box. 

The TT Mask discount voucher entitle us for a 20% discount for next online purchase & Kanebo voucher for makeover or makeup lesson is valid for 3 months. 

As much as I love vouchers, I would prefer to have products to try as thats the whole purpose of the beauty box subscription.

Overall review : Like I said in my Feb review, this is one of the most expensive beauty box subscription in Malaysia (RM60/month  this month onwards is RM50/month   ) and definitely we are expecting something more than what we see in Temptress March edition box. I think the samples that are provided is inadequate and not properly distributed especially when some of us are getting some different stuffs. And of all things, I would think only the TT Mask & Sensiplus brands are new to me. I really hope the next box would be better. Well I had a sneak preview of it ...over in the FB.. and think it's better than Temptress edition box but I have yet to see it myself. 

Vanity Trove is available for subscription for RM50/month, to be delivered to your doorstep.

Oh I was told too, Vanity Trove is is doing a giveaway and the prize is Benefit Cosmetics Fake Up full-size product in your May trove if you subscribe for 3, 6 or 12 months before 14th May 2013. More info here

For more information, visit https://www.vanitytrove.com/

FOTD : How to create the Party Look that steals attention!

Happy Saturday people!

I know I haven't been quality of not posting Face of the Day (FOTD) for quite a while. The reason is nowadays I am into natural makeup because it is fast to do & match with any of my outfit. However yesterday I took some effort to mix & play with the colour rather than having the boring natural eyes makeup for a change, as I'm attending a party at this very new & nice skybar in Tower 3 KLCC at night. I love how Marini's 57 club has a very nice view of the whole KL city from 57 floor! 

  

Well I planned to wear a red lacey dress & I wanted to do something to make people notice my makeup so I decided to do blue-ish & greenish smokey eyes instead of the common black & brown colour and pair it with striking pink lip colour from the New Shiseido Lacquer Rouge! 

So let's see how do I create the Party Look that steals attention!

The 10 products that I used in my FOTD

1. Burberry Fresh Glow Luminous Fluid Base
2. Shiseido Radiant Lifting Foundation SPF 15 (Review here)
3. YoungBlood Hi-Definition Hydrating Mineral Perfecting Powder (Translucent)
4. Estee Lauder Blue Dahlia Five Colour Eyeshadow Palette
5. Lunasol #03 Gentle Variation eye palette from Auroral Purification 2010 Collection 
6. L'oreal Paris Lash Architect 4D Mascara in Black
7. Kiss Me Heroine Make Smooth Liquid Eyeliner N in Jet Black 
8. Avon Brown Definer in Dark Brown (Review here)
9. Shiseido Lacquer Rouge in Disco RS404
10. Avon True Colour Blush in T420 Cool Plum

*Now I remembered that I also used Maybelline Angel Fit Perfect Concealer but forgot to include in the picture*

Close up of my eyes makeup.

My striking hot pink lip using the New Shiseido Lacquer Rouge in Disco RS404 , a full review of this will be up soon!

How do you like my look, do you think it steals your attention?

Well I broke the tradition of having heavy smokey eyes using black colour and instead I went to mix the blue & green eyeshadow to create a softer smokey eyes to match my striking hot pink lip colour!               

It's my intention to make Shiseido Lacquer Rouge in Disco RS404 to be the highlight of the makeover. And I think it was a sucess because it did steal the attention the moment I walk into the party! 

p/s: I really like how Shiseido Lifting Radiant Foundation on my skin as it has really good coverage yet looking natural on my face. Like I said before, it basically help to "photoshop" my face!

Me at Marini's 57 Skybar and KLCC twin tower as my background!

Do you wish to see more of my Face of the Day makeup ?

If YES leave me a comment and I shall consider doing it more!

Lunasol Autumn 2012 Crystal Radiant Purification Collection Preview

Recently I was invited to check out the new Lunasol Autumn 2012 Crystal Radiant Purification Collection & to enjoy pampering session prepared by the kind people in Kanebo! I had face & hair makeover, manicure & tarot card reading too!

This year Autumn 2012 Lunasol collection is called Crystal Radiant Purification because it is inspired by splendor crystals posses and filled with an infinitely glossy luster. So expect a lot of bling-ness in this collection!

Let's take a sneak preview of Lunasol Autumn 2012 Crystal Radiant Purification Collection!

Lunasol Modelling Glossy Eyes - RM 185

This palette comes in four colour eye shadow set that includes the new formulated base ( located on the far right) which contains a bounty of beauty essence ingredients that provide moisture to the eyelids while adding a dewy, smooth luster.

 

This time, the eye shadows creates three-dimensionality and a clear depth on the eyes as the colors are layered on. Featured a chic color lineup that bestows an autumn nuance to the eyes! 

Lunasol Modelling Glossy Eyes in Icy Glow 

- For a sharp mature impression with a translucent deep contrast

Lunasol Modelling Glossy Eyes in Soft Khaki

-Achieves an intelligent , sophisticated look with a smokey, cool green

Lunasol Modelling Glossy Eyes in Mauve Pink

-Brings out a feminine look with a serene pink

Lunasol Modelling Glossy Eyes in Warm Beige

-Creates a natural look on the eyes with warm colours

Lunasol Sheer Glossy Eyes - RM 90

A limited edition single colour eye shadow that bestows eyelds with clear colours and an extremely translucent and lustrous look. Moist gel powder slightly spreads on the skin, melting blending and adhering to the skin. Contains beauty essence that provide moisture to the eyelids while creating eyes filled with an exceedingly pure luster. Can use this item alone or layering it over the eye shadow. 

Lunasol Sheer Glossy Eyes EX 01 Nuance Gray - For a feminine yet cool look

Lunasol Sheer Glossy Eyes EX 02 Shiny Gold - Brightens the eyelids with an elegant luster

Lunasol Sheer Glossy Eyes EX 03 Soft Brown - Creates a feminine natural depth with a warm colour

Lunasol Sheer Glossy EyesEX 04 Peach Beige - Meltingly blends with the skin for a bright natural impression

Lunasol Coloring Cheeks (Glow) - RM90

(Sold seperately : Lunasol compact case - RM 60 & Lunasol Face Brush - RM 35)

This 2 cheek colour are newly introduced promises radiant, vibrant and healthy glowing complexion by blending 3 colours. It blends smoothly with a moist, soft texture and adds natural radiance and clarity to the skin with a clear colouration that seems to radiate softly within.

Lunasol Coloring Cheeks in Glow Pink 

 -For a feminine look with a soft healthy-looking complexion that seems to radiate from within

Lunasol Coloring Cheeks in Glow Coral

-Blends with the skin to create a vibrant fresh look

Lunasol Intellectual Liquid Eyeliner N - RM 45

(Sold separately : Lunasol Intellectual Liquid Eyeliner N (holder) : RM 68

This Lunasol Intellectual Liquid Eyeliner N offers colours variations with superb nuance that blend with the skin and naturally define the eyes. Contains treatment ingredients that care for the eyelids. Comes in 3 colours i.e :-

Lunasol Intellectual Liquid Eyeliner N in 01 Brownish Black - Defines the eyes for a dramatic look

Lunasol Intellectual Liquid Eyeliner N in 02 Greenish Gray - Naturally blends with the eyelids

Lunasol Intellectual Liquid Eyeliner N in 03 Brownish Brow - Bestows a soft look to the eyes

Lunasol Full Glamour Lips - RM 111

 Pics from  Kanebo Lunasol official website

This time Lunasol came out with 8 fresh colours which will perfectly match the skin tone. This colours will be added to the collection permanently. It contains generous amount of beauty essence ingredients, which make the lips rounder and fuller, filled with luster and enveloped with moisture all day long. The 8 new lip colour for Lunasol Autumn 2012 Collection are :-

Lunasol Full Glamour Lips in 01 Glow Pink - For a hint of sweetness

Lunasol Full Glamour Lips in 02 Cherry Red - For both airness and gorgeousness

Lunasol Full Glamour Lips in 03 Warm Pink - Creates Feminine look with a soft red hue

Lunasol Full Glamour Lips in 04 Milky Beige- Meltingly blends with the lips

Lunasol Full Glamour Lips in 05 Red Coral - Adds a fresh colour to the lips

Lunasol Full Glamour Lips in 06 Soft Coral - Brings out the skin's clarity as it blends with the skin

Lunasol Full Glamour Lips in 07 Medium Pink - For a mellow look with a hint of red hue

Lunasol Full Glamour Lips in 08 Soft Red Rose - A subtle rose nuance brings out a beautiful complexion

Lunasol Full Glamour Liquid Lips - RM 104

There are 2 new colours are inspired by crystal's exceedingly pure luster. Promise to create plump, three dimensional and moist-textured look. Contains a generous amount of beauty essence ingredients that continue to replenish lips, which are prone to dryness, with moisture.

Lunasol Full Glamour Liquid Lips in 21 Milky Pink - An airy pink, in which delicate sparkles are bended adds a pure colour to the lips

Lunasol Full Glamour Liquid Lips in 22 Beige Coral - A creamy coral hue that blends moistly with the lips to bring out the skin's clarity

Besides all the above, Lunasol also introduces the below (which I did not managed to take pic)

Lip Shadow Liner N (RM 50) which comes in 4 colours :- 01 Natural, 02 Beige Pink, 03 Beige Coral and 04 Red Beige

Lunasol Nail Finish N (RM 56) 4 new colours introduced but 2 of them are limited colours :- 07 Cool Beige, 08 Pearlish Pink , EX05 Shining White (LE) and EX06 Deep Red (LE)

 p/s: Much apology, I was unable to do swatch for most of the items as the lighting at the display area was not good enough to see the colour !

Lunasol Crystal Radiant Purification Makeup guide using :

Lunasol Modelling Glossy Eyes in Icy Glow
Lunasol Intellectual Liquid Eyeliner N in Brownish Black

Lunasol Coloring Cheeks in Glow Pink 

Lunasol Lip Shadow Liner N in Beige Pink

Lunasol Full Glamour Liquid Lips in Glow Pink

And this is my Lunasol Crystal Radiant Purification Makeover which I enjoyed at the event! The products that I used from this collection are : 

Lunasol Modelling Glossy Eyes in Soft Khaki
Lunasol Sheer Glossy Eyes EX 02 Shiny Gold
Lunasol Intellectual Liquid Eyeliner N in Brownish Black

Lunasol Coloring Cheeks in Glow Coral
Lunasol Lip Shadow Liner N in Beige Coral

Lunasol Full Glamour Liquid Lips in Beige Coral

My manicure with Lunasol Nail Finish N in Deep Red

What do you think Lunasol Autumn 2012 Crystal Radiant Purification Collection & my makeover ?

My personal favourite are Lunasol Modelling Glossy Eyes in Soft Khaki palette and Lunasol Modelling Glossy Eyes in Warm Beige and shall be reviewing in upcoming post! 


Note : Lunasol Autumn 2012 Crystal Radiant Purification Collection Preview would be available in Kanebo Lunasol's Malaysia counter early September 2012.

For more info, visit https://www.facebook.com/kanebomalaysia