There isn't a lot going on in my life, yet I am always feeling anxious, busy and that there aren't enough hours in a day. I always feel like there is a lot to do with not enough time to do it. Even right now my heart is racing over the idea of knowing that I have stuff to do and it's already 7pm! Someone please give me some advice on how I should relax!!
Blogging is something that is relaxing for me, yet at the same time makes me anxious because I feel like I should be doing something else.... anyway... enough with this rambling...
These lists are really getting alittle "deja vous"... and I do apologize for that.... =(
Face:
Face Atelier Ultra Foundation #5 Sepia:
I ordered a sample of this off of their website and the colour is spot-on. I love the finish of this foundation (dewy but not oily) and I think it's what MUFE HD foundation should have been. I apply this product with the new MAC 130 brush and a little goes a long way -- I have used the sample at least 3 times a week over the last 4 weeks and still have almost the entire sample left. This photographs beautifully and I'm considering purchasing the full sized bottle after I use up all my other foundations.
Hot Planet Mineralized Blush Duo:
This is an HG product for me. I use this more during the colder months because I feel that it imitates the rosy cheeks I get from just coming in from the cold -- which I like. To me, this acts not only as a blush but also a contour colour... gotta love multiuse products!
Eyes:
I'm not going to just randomly pick 'favourites' when I don't have any for the month... I have used the exact same products over and over again on my eyes from the January list... so for the first time, there will be no favourites under this section for the month of February.
Lips:
Miss Marble Lipglass:
I originally bought this lipgloss from the colour craft collection last summer. I liked it a lot, but like a lot of my lip products, I don't use it enough. I have used it on a lot of brides though and I think it's the perfect colour when used alone, or paired on top of Brave New Bronze lipstick (HG). I've used it a lot this past month though -- it's a very "mlbb" (my lips but better) shade for me. I'm glad that this was included in the December MAC sale's charity package, so now I have a few back-ups =P
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Monday, March 01, 2010
Tuesday, January 26, 2010
How I Organize My Collection (pic heavy)
I've been asked about showing my updated collection/how I organize everything. I won't go through piece-by-piece since it is constantly growing anyway (I'll leave that for my collection series), but I will show you how and where I stash everything. I am very quickly running out of space -- I have a very small room, so not only am I running out of storage space, but just space in my room, in general!** The dividers are all from Dollarama
I know -- it's so cluttered. Half my brushes were just deep cleansed, so they were sitting on my desk drying and not pictured. I had JUST cleaned this area up -- it's normally even messier and more cluttered =(
I got the holder for my MAC palettes from Wendy -- they were originally holders for packages of pilot pens =P They fit in there PERFECTLY! There are eyeshadow and blush palettes in there and I am officially out of space for more =(
Everything in the little blue box is my "everyday" stuff that I reach for frequently.
No more space for lippies -- I've bursted one box before... and this one is about to blow....
The set of drawers I keep almost everything in (office depot -- which doesn't even exist anymore!~ wtf?)... and of course... my sleeping Phoebe ^_^
What sits on top of it all: skin care and necessities
Drawer 1: Face productsPowders/foundations/concealer/primer
(and for some reason... OCC lip tars)
Drawer 2: MSFs
Drawer 3: Blush
Drawer 4: Highlighters/BronzersNYX loose pigments/drugstore shadows
gift with purchase Clinique stuff
Drawer 5: BasesPaint pots/gel liners/NYX jumbo pencils/mascaras
Drawer 6: Palettes/Quads
Drawer 7: MAC/NARS/MUFE potted shadowsMAC Pigments and glitters
Drawer 8: MAC Wipes/ELF/NYX
Drawer 9: Lashes(a lot are stashed in boxes UNDER my vanity table)
Drawer 10: Extras/Misc.Disclaimer: everything in this post was purchased by myself.
Saturday, January 02, 2010
Top 10 Face Products of 2009
Happy New Year everyone!! I hope your holidays were relaxing and fun -- because mine sure was! With lots of good food, good friends and loved ones!
I originally was going to make one post for my top favourite products over the past year... but as I was making my list, I realized that it was getting a tad long, so I decided to divide it up into separate posts by categories.
Here are my top 10 favourite face products of 2009!
(foundation/blush/skincare etc)
Note: Products are not in order of importance
** Denotes "HG" status
Face:
**MUFE Face and Body: I have the MAC face and body foundation in C3 and I personally think it pales in comparison with MUFE. I absolutely love this as my summer foundation as it gives such a sheer and lightweight finish, yet really does provide just enough coverage and the eveness I need. For me though, I need to dust a little powder over it because it tends to make me look a tad shiny, although it does not feel the slightest bit greasy. On lazy days when I want to look polished but not like I have make-up on, I slather this baby on. This is also the only foundation I can use my fingers to apply in a haphazard way, without worrying about any streaking. Another bonus is that because it's so lightweight and sheer, a single shade can suit a fairly wide range of skintones.
MAC Studio Fix Fluid: I was afraid to try this product at first due to the reviews, as several users have broken out, but I find that it works really well for me. I find that it gives me a nearly full and flawless coverage without looking mask-like. The only problem I have with it is the colour-matching... either MAC has a problem or I have a problem lol. When I use an NC shade, I find that it looks too fake/yellow on me, but it matches my neck. When I use my (current) NW shade, I think it sinks in and matches flawlessly with my face, but not with my neck. I know that the colour on our face don't match our necks... but does mine really differ that greatly??
**MAC Prep and Prime spf50: High spf with long lasting shine control -- what more could I ask for? Oh right, it keeps my make-up looking great for longer, too =)
**MAC Sunny By Nature MSF: Introduced in the Colour Craft Collection -- I cannot live without this. This is my all time favourite MSF. I was sooooooooooooo happy to find that it was part of the last MAC warehouse sale's charity package so now I have 2 extra back-ups =D I find that this MSF is super versatile for me -- I use it as an all over wash over my lids... as a blush over the summer and a light bronzer during the winter. LOVE!
MAC Refined MSF: I bought Perfect Topping MSF first, because it was just so pretty in the pan (from the Sugar Sweet Collection)... after several weeks of reading reviews, I caved and bought Refined. I am so glad I did, because I use this a lot more than Perfect Topping. I find it the right highlight shade for me as it provides a beautiful warm glow, whereas PT is a tad more on the cool side.
MAC Hot Planet Mineralize Blush Duo: What a beautiful blush! Before 2009, I had not owned a single mineralized blush. Today, I own more MB than I do regular blush (I think lol). This colour just works so well for me. It's a tad on the plum side I suppose (I'm not the best at describing colour), and it is just SO pretty. MAC has since released several different dupes however (Fad-Dabulous is one example), so don't feel like you've missed out.
MUFE Full Cover Concealer: This concealer is absolutely amazing. Thick, creamy and full coverage, it covers my blemishes in a snap and once it dries down/sets, it DOES NOT BUDGE! It's pricey, but since I literally use a pinhead size each time, my current tube will last me a long time. Once I run out though, I will surely repurchase -- even at retail price!
MAC Studio Finish Concealer spf30: Like the MUFE concealer, this is creamy and full coverage. The difference is, this doesn't set as nicely as the MUFE one does as it's a bit too creamy and can smudge/cake a little. That doesn't mean it's not a great product! I use this for my undereye circles mainly and when set with powder, makes me look refreshed and energized.
Urban Decay Pore Perfecting Complexion Primer Potion: I don't use this nearly enough, only because it's just way too pricey. When I DO use it though, this stuff is golden. It goes on velvet smooth, creating the perfect canvas for foundation or powder application. I have sweat through nights of dancing and returned home to find that my foundation is still in place thanks to this primer. Now, if only UD would knock off about $10...
MAC Skin Refined Zone: I used this a lot more when I first got it and even acquired 4 back-ups. However, due to my exponentially growing number of products and my need to always try new things, I have come to neglect this wonder little tube of magic. This product can be used as a nightly treatment to reduce the appearance of pores overtime, as well as being used as a primer. Due to the quantity however, I only used it on my T-Zone and it just made everything look sooooooo smooth. This is being repromoted in 2010 and will be a permanent item, since it was the only LE item when it was first introduced with the "Colour Ready" collection.
Disclaimer: All products mentioned were purchased by myself.
I originally was going to make one post for my top favourite products over the past year... but as I was making my list, I realized that it was getting a tad long, so I decided to divide it up into separate posts by categories.
Here are my top 10 favourite face products of 2009!
(foundation/blush/skincare etc)
Note: Products are not in order of importance
** Denotes "HG" status
Face:
**MUFE Face and Body: I have the MAC face and body foundation in C3 and I personally think it pales in comparison with MUFE. I absolutely love this as my summer foundation as it gives such a sheer and lightweight finish, yet really does provide just enough coverage and the eveness I need. For me though, I need to dust a little powder over it because it tends to make me look a tad shiny, although it does not feel the slightest bit greasy. On lazy days when I want to look polished but not like I have make-up on, I slather this baby on. This is also the only foundation I can use my fingers to apply in a haphazard way, without worrying about any streaking. Another bonus is that because it's so lightweight and sheer, a single shade can suit a fairly wide range of skintones.
MAC Studio Fix Fluid: I was afraid to try this product at first due to the reviews, as several users have broken out, but I find that it works really well for me. I find that it gives me a nearly full and flawless coverage without looking mask-like. The only problem I have with it is the colour-matching... either MAC has a problem or I have a problem lol. When I use an NC shade, I find that it looks too fake/yellow on me, but it matches my neck. When I use my (current) NW shade, I think it sinks in and matches flawlessly with my face, but not with my neck. I know that the colour on our face don't match our necks... but does mine really differ that greatly??
**MAC Prep and Prime spf50: High spf with long lasting shine control -- what more could I ask for? Oh right, it keeps my make-up looking great for longer, too =)
**MAC Sunny By Nature MSF: Introduced in the Colour Craft Collection -- I cannot live without this. This is my all time favourite MSF. I was sooooooooooooo happy to find that it was part of the last MAC warehouse sale's charity package so now I have 2 extra back-ups =D I find that this MSF is super versatile for me -- I use it as an all over wash over my lids... as a blush over the summer and a light bronzer during the winter. LOVE!
MAC Refined MSF: I bought Perfect Topping MSF first, because it was just so pretty in the pan (from the Sugar Sweet Collection)... after several weeks of reading reviews, I caved and bought Refined. I am so glad I did, because I use this a lot more than Perfect Topping. I find it the right highlight shade for me as it provides a beautiful warm glow, whereas PT is a tad more on the cool side.
MAC Hot Planet Mineralize Blush Duo: What a beautiful blush! Before 2009, I had not owned a single mineralized blush. Today, I own more MB than I do regular blush (I think lol). This colour just works so well for me. It's a tad on the plum side I suppose (I'm not the best at describing colour), and it is just SO pretty. MAC has since released several different dupes however (Fad-Dabulous is one example), so don't feel like you've missed out.
MUFE Full Cover Concealer: This concealer is absolutely amazing. Thick, creamy and full coverage, it covers my blemishes in a snap and once it dries down/sets, it DOES NOT BUDGE! It's pricey, but since I literally use a pinhead size each time, my current tube will last me a long time. Once I run out though, I will surely repurchase -- even at retail price!
MAC Studio Finish Concealer spf30: Like the MUFE concealer, this is creamy and full coverage. The difference is, this doesn't set as nicely as the MUFE one does as it's a bit too creamy and can smudge/cake a little. That doesn't mean it's not a great product! I use this for my undereye circles mainly and when set with powder, makes me look refreshed and energized.
Urban Decay Pore Perfecting Complexion Primer Potion: I don't use this nearly enough, only because it's just way too pricey. When I DO use it though, this stuff is golden. It goes on velvet smooth, creating the perfect canvas for foundation or powder application. I have sweat through nights of dancing and returned home to find that my foundation is still in place thanks to this primer. Now, if only UD would knock off about $10...
MAC Skin Refined Zone: I used this a lot more when I first got it and even acquired 4 back-ups. However, due to my exponentially growing number of products and my need to always try new things, I have come to neglect this wonder little tube of magic. This product can be used as a nightly treatment to reduce the appearance of pores overtime, as well as being used as a primer. Due to the quantity however, I only used it on my T-Zone and it just made everything look sooooooo smooth. This is being repromoted in 2010 and will be a permanent item, since it was the only LE item when it was first introduced with the "Colour Ready" collection.
Disclaimer: All products mentioned were purchased by myself.
Saturday, August 01, 2009
Monthly Favourites: July
Another month... another set of favourites... unfortunately, much like the month of June, I have been extremely busy with my school schedule and haven't really had the opportunity (or enthusiasm) to wear any make-up. This month's favourites list is short and I would like to put it out there that I will be MIA for the next week. I am currently in the middle of writing 2 essays (due back-to-back) and have a final exam on Aug. 10th.
After school I will have FOUR weeks off before the next semester starts in the fall -- I am so excited because I haven't had THAT much time off in such a long time. Hopefully, I can be more active on this blog after that as well as make more videos!!!
On to the favourites (everything on this list has been pretty much my go-to look for the month):
Face:
Make Up For Ever Face and Body Foundation (#34)
I was really intrigued with all of the Makeupally.com reviews on this product recently and really just wanted to see what this foundation was all about. I. LOVE. THIS. STUFF.
Although my HG foundation is MAC's Studio Tech, it's a little heavy for everyday, summer use.
I thought about how to describe the formula of this foundation exactly: For those of you who've ever tried MAC's See Thru Lip Colour -- It's gel-like and sinks into your lips. It leaves a bit of colour or stain but your lips feel bare. This is what the foundation is like. It really does just LOOK like your skin and it feels like there is NOTHING on. The formula SINKS into your skin leaving it looking radiant. It's pricey... but for the amount you get, (50ml compared to the typical 30ml), it's actually quite a deal since the consistancy requires you to use VERY LITTLE product. I have never applied my foundation using my fingers (I never understood how people did so)... but I can with this foundation.
Prep+Prime Face Protect SPF 50
I've always been on the look-out for a good face SPF... I hate the stuff because it's normally really thick and sticky and it usually creates a white cast. This is thick and sticky at first as well, but once set, it actually dries to a very smooth matte finish leaving a great canvas for make-up application. However, since MAC has increased it's prices, I'm not 100% sure if I'd repurchase again.
$36.50 for 30ml is just a tad steep.
Sunbasque
This was my first love, but I had neglected it for a while and decided to try it again this summer. Because I haven't really been wearing make-up a lot, when I do, I have kept my look very simple. Sunbasque is a bronzer-blush hybrid in my books and it just looks super natural and makes my skin look sun-kissed.
Lips:
Miss Marble Lipglass
From the Colour Craft Collection, this is a very pretty pinky-peach colour that is so easy to wear. I especially like the non-sticky formulation of this compared to the traditional MAC lipglasses.
Eyes:
Painterly Paintpot
This paintpot is so hard to find and I actually picked it up at one of the warehouse sales. It's a great neutral base colour and probably the one I reach for the most (other than Quite Natural for my brows). This does crease on me though if I don't use an eye primer (udpp/TFSI) underneath.
Satin Taupe Eyeshadow
This is a cult favourite but I've actually never used it even though I've had it since the holidays (from the holiday collection smokey palette). I think I might pick up an individual pot of this since I've been using this almost daily in my crease with Painterly. I can see why eveyone likes this colour so much -- I LOVE taupe-y colours and I really have no idea why I've waited so long to use this.
After school I will have FOUR weeks off before the next semester starts in the fall -- I am so excited because I haven't had THAT much time off in such a long time. Hopefully, I can be more active on this blog after that as well as make more videos!!!
On to the favourites (everything on this list has been pretty much my go-to look for the month):
Face:
Make Up For Ever Face and Body Foundation (#34)
I was really intrigued with all of the Makeupally.com reviews on this product recently and really just wanted to see what this foundation was all about. I. LOVE. THIS. STUFF.
Although my HG foundation is MAC's Studio Tech, it's a little heavy for everyday, summer use.
I thought about how to describe the formula of this foundation exactly: For those of you who've ever tried MAC's See Thru Lip Colour -- It's gel-like and sinks into your lips. It leaves a bit of colour or stain but your lips feel bare. This is what the foundation is like. It really does just LOOK like your skin and it feels like there is NOTHING on. The formula SINKS into your skin leaving it looking radiant. It's pricey... but for the amount you get, (50ml compared to the typical 30ml), it's actually quite a deal since the consistancy requires you to use VERY LITTLE product. I have never applied my foundation using my fingers (I never understood how people did so)... but I can with this foundation.
Prep+Prime Face Protect SPF 50
I've always been on the look-out for a good face SPF... I hate the stuff because it's normally really thick and sticky and it usually creates a white cast. This is thick and sticky at first as well, but once set, it actually dries to a very smooth matte finish leaving a great canvas for make-up application. However, since MAC has increased it's prices, I'm not 100% sure if I'd repurchase again.
$36.50 for 30ml is just a tad steep.
Sunbasque
This was my first love, but I had neglected it for a while and decided to try it again this summer. Because I haven't really been wearing make-up a lot, when I do, I have kept my look very simple. Sunbasque is a bronzer-blush hybrid in my books and it just looks super natural and makes my skin look sun-kissed.
Lips:
Miss Marble Lipglass
From the Colour Craft Collection, this is a very pretty pinky-peach colour that is so easy to wear. I especially like the non-sticky formulation of this compared to the traditional MAC lipglasses.
Eyes:
Painterly Paintpot
This paintpot is so hard to find and I actually picked it up at one of the warehouse sales. It's a great neutral base colour and probably the one I reach for the most (other than Quite Natural for my brows). This does crease on me though if I don't use an eye primer (udpp/TFSI) underneath.
Satin Taupe Eyeshadow
This is a cult favourite but I've actually never used it even though I've had it since the holidays (from the holiday collection smokey palette). I think I might pick up an individual pot of this since I've been using this almost daily in my crease with Painterly. I can see why eveyone likes this colour so much -- I LOVE taupe-y colours and I really have no idea why I've waited so long to use this.
Wednesday, July 29, 2009
Make-Up Collection: Bronzers/Beauty Powders
I don't own a lot of bronzer/beauty powders... don't really know why... I find that bronzers can be "duped" with blush and beauty powders are just a fancy pressed powder for setting make-up...
Tahitian Sand BP, Summer Rose BP, MSFN (swapped compact with HK powder)Refined Golden, Golden, Alpha Girl BP
I used to love this stuff... I haven't touched them in a while... but they are very soft bronzers/blush/highlighters
Tropic Tan: Bronzer & Shimmer Duo, Blush & Bronzer Duo
MAC Lustre Drop dupes: Summer Love, Beach Party, Thriller
Bronze Hero, Sun Rush, Pink Rebel Wednesday, July 22, 2009
Make-up Collection: MSFs
Just a heads up that I'll be slow with the posts for the next couple of weeks... what else but school? =(
Top: Blonde, RedheadBottom: Petticoat, So Ceylon
Light Flush, Perfect ToppingGlissade, Refined
Sunny By Nature, Gold DepositCheeky Bronze, Warmed
Triple Fusion, Smooth MergePorcelain Pink, Warm Blend
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
April Disappointments
Face:
Hk Collection - Tahitian Sand Beauty Powder: When I bought this I already had low expectations for this product... I wanted it for the packaging and face imprint on the powder. The powder is not pigmented at all and it seemed to have already developed a thin film/crust over it.. so there is even LESS pigmentation... my brush can't pick up any product off of it anymore... it's just poorly made in general... luckily I can reuse the compact by popping the powder out and putting in a different one.
Eyes:
Urban Decay Liquid Liner: I only had this product for a week before I exchanged it for a MUFE eyeshadow... It's actually a really nice liner.. great brush... but my problem with it is that it's not waterproof -- not the slightest bit. I have allergies, so my eyes get watery... any contact with moisture and the liner is ruined.... I don't know why I keep straying from my beloved fluidline....
Lips:
Bubbles: I got this for a few reasons
a) It was a coveted (discontinued) shade that had a lot of great reviews
b) I wanted to use it to soften/lighten my darker more intense shades
c) I thought it would be cool/unique shade to wear on its own
Other than trying it on the day I bought it, I haven't touched it again... it's just too pale and frosty.
Hk Collection - Tahitian Sand Beauty Powder: When I bought this I already had low expectations for this product... I wanted it for the packaging and face imprint on the powder. The powder is not pigmented at all and it seemed to have already developed a thin film/crust over it.. so there is even LESS pigmentation... my brush can't pick up any product off of it anymore... it's just poorly made in general... luckily I can reuse the compact by popping the powder out and putting in a different one.
Eyes:
Urban Decay Liquid Liner: I only had this product for a week before I exchanged it for a MUFE eyeshadow... It's actually a really nice liner.. great brush... but my problem with it is that it's not waterproof -- not the slightest bit. I have allergies, so my eyes get watery... any contact with moisture and the liner is ruined.... I don't know why I keep straying from my beloved fluidline....
Lips:
Bubbles: I got this for a few reasons
a) It was a coveted (discontinued) shade that had a lot of great reviews
b) I wanted to use it to soften/lighten my darker more intense shades
c) I thought it would be cool/unique shade to wear on its own
Other than trying it on the day I bought it, I haven't touched it again... it's just too pale and frosty.
Sunday, March 29, 2009
MAC Haul: Face
- Prep + Prime Transparent Finishing Powder (yet to be released from the Colour Ready Collection April 2)
- Matte Creme
- Select cover-up colour corrector pink
- Select cover-up NC20
- Studio Touch-up Stick NC30
- Light Flush MSF
- So Ceylon MSF
- Glissade MSF
- Alpha Girl Beauty Powder
- Golden Bronzing Powder
- Ladyblush blushcreme
- Emote blush (matte)
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
Monthly Favourites: March
I wanted to do this for the month of February, but I have been reluctant because it seemed so similar to my "what do you use tag"...
It's difficult to determine favourites of the month for 2 reasons:
1. If I keep mentioning staples, then it's not exactly favourites of the MONTH, but... well.. a staple.. lol
2. If I mention newly acquired products, then it's more like a fad... a honeymoon phase with my new purchases...
So what criteria do I use to make a product the favourite of just one month? Should I divide this into sections? or just blab on? lol I'm making this more complicated than I have to, aren't I?
So lets make this section a trial... and do it for a couple months... then I'll decide whether I want to continue with this..
**Note: Some or a lot of the products mentioned are probably new -- but I never did a haul on it... my collective haul became so large, that I decided to just scrap it and not talk about it.. and just start doing my hauls as I make my purchases so that I don't fall behind anymore.. but in a nutshell my collective haul consisted mostly of MAC products which include permanent and Hello Kitty stuff =]
March Favourites:
Face:
MSF Natural in Medium Plus:
I bought this a few weeks ago and I LOVE it... I've used Bare Escentuals and Everyday Minerals to no prevail. What I really like about the MSF natural is its versatility.
I already wrote a pretty thorough review about why I really love this blush in the previous post... but to quickly reiterate:
Boy Bait Cremesheen glass:
I really hate lipglasses (but that doesn't mean I dislike all of MACs other lip products)... I find them too sticky/tacky... Boy Bait is a great nude gloss that isn't sticky and has a creamy finish (no glitter or shimmer)... it's a great everyday shade on its own, or compliments other lip colours when layered on top of it such as Creme d'nude (makes the perfect nude lip look) or Lavendar Whip.
Lollipop Loving:
I have a VERY limited list of HG products... I don't really believe in making something HG without using it for a period of time first (especially when it comes to long term products like skincare or foundation). I'm also not much of a lipstick wearer (despite my rapidly growing collection)... but Lollipop Loving was love at first site -- HG! The colour itself, i find is quite unique... light pink-y with a golden-green sheen... and when I first read the colour description I thought "ew... weird... green????"... but I was intrigued and tried it on. It was perfect. Not too dramatic and just the right amount of colour to make this wearable daily -- when i tried it on, I had ZERO make-up on, and it instantly gave my face a "glow"... I had no idea a lip product can do that... it is just PERFECT. I got a back up =)
Eyes:
Girl Groove Glitter Liner:
This is from the Hello Kitty line... I have a lot of glitter liners - I don't use any of them... because I find them very... chunky? its literally glitter in clear liner liquid... so when applied, it is very sheer. But Girl Groove (and all the glitter liners in the HK collection) is very pigmented. The glitters are tiny and the colour payoff is just superb. I find myself grabbing for this and lightly swiping over my black liner to give my over all look a pop, when I go out at night. It's not too intense, but just enough to make my eyes "twinkle".
Fast Response Eye Cream:
I've been wanting this for a while... and Makeupbyrenren's review, just made me want it more... Paula Begouin doesn't approve of this product (and I for the most part respect her reviews and follow them)... but this is a wonder eye cream. Begouin doesn't like it because there is TOO much caffeine in it, potentially causing irritation. Caffeine depuffs and causes capillaries to constrict -- and that is exactly what it does for me. Not only does it depuff my undereyes, the silky silicone texture of the product preps your eyes well for concealer, so that it doesn't settle into the fine lines... I use this every morning.
Well I guess that's it for now. Please leave me feedback on whether you like this 'Monthly favourites' idea or not... what I should or should not review... and just what you guys want to see on this blog in general.. because i'm doing it for you guys... i don't need to write reviews for myself =P
It's difficult to determine favourites of the month for 2 reasons:
1. If I keep mentioning staples, then it's not exactly favourites of the MONTH, but... well.. a staple.. lol
2. If I mention newly acquired products, then it's more like a fad... a honeymoon phase with my new purchases...
So what criteria do I use to make a product the favourite of just one month? Should I divide this into sections? or just blab on? lol I'm making this more complicated than I have to, aren't I?
So lets make this section a trial... and do it for a couple months... then I'll decide whether I want to continue with this..
**Note: Some or a lot of the products mentioned are probably new -- but I never did a haul on it... my collective haul became so large, that I decided to just scrap it and not talk about it.. and just start doing my hauls as I make my purchases so that I don't fall behind anymore.. but in a nutshell my collective haul consisted mostly of MAC products which include permanent and Hello Kitty stuff =]
March Favourites:
Face:
MSF Natural in Medium Plus:
I bought this a few weeks ago and I LOVE it... I've used Bare Escentuals and Everyday Minerals to no prevail. What I really like about the MSF natural is its versatility.
- It's a powder/mineral foundation
- It's PRESSED, so no mess
- It also acts as a finishing powder
I've hit pan (only MAC product I ever hit pan on) of my select pressed powder... and thought about repurchasing... but I don't think I will, since this acts as foundation and as a set powder.
As a foundation, this offers sheer to medium coverage (which I love), depending on your application technique/brush you use... and it really does make my skin look flawless.
I rarely wear any make-up to school (because honestly, I'd rather sleep in)... if you were to see me... lol well you'd laugh cuz I look like a bum =P But with the MSF natural, I can quickly dust some on my face to look a little more polished, even if I don't put anything else on.
I already wrote a pretty thorough review about why I really love this blush in the previous post... but to quickly reiterate:
- Very pretty versatile and (in my opinion) universal shade
- Everyday shade
- Can be used day or night
- Pigmented
- Long lasting
Boy Bait Cremesheen glass:
I really hate lipglasses (but that doesn't mean I dislike all of MACs other lip products)... I find them too sticky/tacky... Boy Bait is a great nude gloss that isn't sticky and has a creamy finish (no glitter or shimmer)... it's a great everyday shade on its own, or compliments other lip colours when layered on top of it such as Creme d'nude (makes the perfect nude lip look) or Lavendar Whip.
Lollipop Loving:
I have a VERY limited list of HG products... I don't really believe in making something HG without using it for a period of time first (especially when it comes to long term products like skincare or foundation). I'm also not much of a lipstick wearer (despite my rapidly growing collection)... but Lollipop Loving was love at first site -- HG! The colour itself, i find is quite unique... light pink-y with a golden-green sheen... and when I first read the colour description I thought "ew... weird... green????"... but I was intrigued and tried it on. It was perfect. Not too dramatic and just the right amount of colour to make this wearable daily -- when i tried it on, I had ZERO make-up on, and it instantly gave my face a "glow"... I had no idea a lip product can do that... it is just PERFECT. I got a back up =)
Eyes:
Girl Groove Glitter Liner:
This is from the Hello Kitty line... I have a lot of glitter liners - I don't use any of them... because I find them very... chunky? its literally glitter in clear liner liquid... so when applied, it is very sheer. But Girl Groove (and all the glitter liners in the HK collection) is very pigmented. The glitters are tiny and the colour payoff is just superb. I find myself grabbing for this and lightly swiping over my black liner to give my over all look a pop, when I go out at night. It's not too intense, but just enough to make my eyes "twinkle".
Fast Response Eye Cream:
I've been wanting this for a while... and Makeupbyrenren's review, just made me want it more... Paula Begouin doesn't approve of this product (and I for the most part respect her reviews and follow them)... but this is a wonder eye cream. Begouin doesn't like it because there is TOO much caffeine in it, potentially causing irritation. Caffeine depuffs and causes capillaries to constrict -- and that is exactly what it does for me. Not only does it depuff my undereyes, the silky silicone texture of the product preps your eyes well for concealer, so that it doesn't settle into the fine lines... I use this every morning.
Well I guess that's it for now. Please leave me feedback on whether you like this 'Monthly favourites' idea or not... what I should or should not review... and just what you guys want to see on this blog in general.. because i'm doing it for you guys... i don't need to write reviews for myself =P
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