Eye Color Duo - Anna Sui

                                      

Today's Review is about Anna Sui, Who doesn't know this brand. This brand is well known for their super gorgeous packaging. So, for packaging wise I really don't have anything else to say it is amazingly gorgeous. This is a Duo eye shadow color, and they have it in seven different colors. I just discover this product today, because I'm really excited about it, I can't wait to share it with all of you straight away. 

THE CLAIMS:

• Maximize the Kaleidoscopic Illusion concept with these 7 shades! Blend both colors in each compact to create a magical gradation of layered shades. 1+1 = 3 with the Eye Color Duo! Use each shade alone, or blend together to create an iridescent glowing new shade.

The reason why I'm really amazed and excited about this product is because its very unique, different than other eye shadows I've ever tried. Because the claims is true, when you blend the two colors together it creates a really amazing gradation, feels like a make up magic. 

Like the pink and black, when you combine those two colors together you will get an iridescent pretty glowy color, its really amazing. It is a Must Try item !! very unique, different and highly recommended. It also stay on the lid perfectly and doesn't smudge, for sure the quality is also very good. 

The Price of this eye shadow is more pricey, cause it count as an high end cosmetic brand. In Indonesia, it costs IDR 370.000,-. For me personally, its pricey but worth it. 

For more details, Please check on Anna Sui official website below:

http://www.annasui.com/en/cosmetics/makeup/eyes/eyecolor/

BORN LIPPY - Body Shop

Did you have a problem finding a perfect lip balm that will make your lips super smooth?? Body Shop just came out with their new lip product and its the Born Lippy lip balm. Lets start as usual from the packaging. The packaging of this lip balm is very cute, The design of the stick will make you really tempted to buy this lip balm. Because the first thing that attract me to this product is the packaging, I thought this will just be an ordinary lip balm. But, wait until you smell this thing, its smells really really good. So, overall the packaging are awesome.

The Claims

Our cult lip balm in a stick format. Gives lips a pop of colour, a shot of moisture and a soft shine.

• Plum tint, Light Pink tint, Caramel tint, Transparent Shimmer.
• Subtle shine.
• Fruity Plum flavour, Fruity Berry flavour, Sweet Toffee flavour, Fruity Lychee flavour.

Opinions

This Lip Balms comes in 4 different flavours and colours, which are Plum, Pink Berry, Toffee, and Lychee. My favourite out of those 4 are the Plum, Pink Berry and Lychee those three have the best flavour and colours except the Lychee one, cause it came out clear. But, when you apply the lip balm to your lip, you can really feel the moist on your lip and the colours that you will get from the Plum and Pink Berry is really natural looking and really freshen up your look, it is quiet similar to the Revlon Lip Butter, but the Body Shop one don't have too much colours selection. But personally for me, I prefer the Body Shop one cause it gave almost the same effect and the best part is the smell, it is so amazing. Feels like you want to eat it.

Now, for the Price. it is not pricey at all, very affordable. For those of you who lives in Indonesia it costs IDR 69.000,- and you can find it in every Body Shop it just came out, so hurry and have your own Born Lippy Balm to make your lip feel smoother than ever. 

For more details please check the Body Shop official website down below:

http://www.thebodyshop.com/search/search.aspx?Search=born%20lippy&orderdesc=true

Revlon Grow Luscious Mascara

Today, I'm going to be reviewing about A Mascara fro, Revlon. I know this product is already out long ago but some people still on a hunt for a natural looking mascara which can also stay on for hours. So, this is the answer for it The Revlon Grow Luscious Mascara. As usual, the packaging of this mascara is kind of different with the other Revlon mascara, because its Green. But other than that everything is almost the same as all other mascara, and the brush of this mascara is also pretty standard. 

The Claims:

-Lash enhancing formula complements the natural growth cycle of your lashes, improving their overall appearance and conditioning with each use 
-Get lashes that look instantly longer and lusher and will also grow stronger day after day
-Oversized lash-extending brush
-Ophthalmologist tested

Opinion about the Product:

The one thing that is driven my attention to this mascara was because it said that it have a formula which will make your lashes grow and improving your lashes appearance every time you use it. I do really like this product is because it gives a really natural looking lash after you apply it and it doesn't smudge on me, even though I wear it all day long for at least 10 to 12 hours. About the lash formula that will make your lashes grow longer, I cant really assure you or guarantee because I don't know if it really works. But overall this mascara did a good job on my lashes, because I got question on what mascara I used every time I use the Grow Luscious mascara by Revlon.

A side from the function factor of mascara, the price of this mascara is really affordable. For those of you who lives in Indonesia you can get it for only IDR 70.000,- and you can find it almost everywhere. So, for those of you who is in a look of a great mascara for a natural finish looking lashes, this is your answer. Try it and you will see for your self how good it will your lashes look.

For more Details, be sure to check on the Revlon Official Website below:

http://www.revlon.com/Revlon-Home/Products/Eyes/Mascara/Revlon-Grow-Luscious-Mascara.aspx#

Milani - LIQUIF'EYE

Today is the day i'm revealing the most amazing pencil liner EVER !! it is the Milani - Liquid Eye. Let's start, about the packaging, its just an ordinary eyeliner form, so no problem with that at all. I've tried so many of black eyeliner from many different brands, i got loads of them, some of it i do like them and some of them its okay, because some of them smudge. Then, i heard about this liners and most of people do really really like it, but i didn't give my hopes up because i can't find this brand here in Indonesia. But then, i found this product online and i ordered it straight away !! I ordered it from Makeupbrush on Facebook. So now, i have it in Black. Which actually this liners comes in 5 different shades as you can see on the picture above.

THE CLAIMS:

LIQUID EYE Liquid-Like Eye Liner Pencil

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION:

Extremely smooth eye pencil with the application and feel of a liquid liner

that delivers true color payoff, in a metallic finish with a long-lasting wear.
Easily sharpens with Milani’s Duo Sharpener.

My Opinion about the product :

As soon as i receive this Liner, i swatch it straight away on my hand and it truly said what it claimed to be. It is the smoothest eye liner i ever tried and the color you get is very very similar like a liquid liner. So  its like a liquid liner in a pencil form. This is truly the greatest and blackest eyeliner ever !! But, when you apply this liner on your lid be sure to leave it until its dry for about 15 seconds, after the you don't have to worry about getting eyeliner all over your eyes. 

If you are in a hunt for a black eyeliner and you want it really black, this is the one !! It is not really pricey, well kind of pricey but you pay for a very good quality liner so why not?! I Bought it online for IDR 90.000,- in the US it cost $7.99. I will link the details about the website and where i bought my own liner.

SWATCHES : 

Details :

Milani's Website :

http://www.milanicosmetics.com/p-74-liquid-eye-liquid-like-metallic-eye-liner-pencil.aspx

Makeupbrush website:

 http://www.facebook.com/makeup.brush.1

Healthy Mix Foundation - Bourjois

Want a flawless looking skin?? This is what you need girls, Foundation. Using foundation will make you look less 'cakey' than using a powder, which most of powder will give you a 'cakey' effect after several hours. So, to avoid the 'cakey' look start using a foundation, but be sure to look for a foundation that is not to heavy on your skin because it can clog your pores and causes acne. This foundation from Bourjois is a light foundation which it give you enough coverage. It doesn't look like you're wearing a mask, after you put it on. Even though the foundation said that its light and wont clog your pores, be sure to always clean your face afterwards and it has to be really really clean. 

The packaging of the product is very simple nothing special, and it comes out with a pump, so it wont spill.

The Claims: HEALTHY MIX FOUNDATION

70% MORE RADIANCE AND FLAWLESS COMPLEXION FOR UP TO 16 HOURS!

Bourjois' 1st radiance-boosting fruit therapy foundation for a flawless complexion for up to 16 hours!

- Apricot : Radiance

- Melon : Hydration

- Apple : Antioxidant

- Ginger : Energy

Its exquisite glide-on formula blends onto skin for a flawless, yet natural finish.

My Opinion about the Product :

I like this foundation for a daily use, because it is so light and doesn't feel heavy on your skin, heavy by mean like you are wearing lots of make up on your face. Its light also blends very well onto your skin, which provides you a very natural finish. The scent of the product is so so so good, but for those of you who don't like any scent in your foundation then you might not like this. But its not like the scent stay all day long though. You can only smell it when you apply it on your skin, after that you wont smell a thing. 

How i like to apply the foundation? I use two ways to apply my foundation in daily routine.

1.  Brush - I like to use a brush (Foundation brush) to apply the foundation on my skin, I put on pump on the back of my hand then with my index finger, take some of the foundation and put it on my cheeks, forehead, nose and chin. After that blend and smooth the foundation with the brush. 

2. Finger - When i don't have my brush around or too lazy to use a brush, i apply the foundation just with my finger. First same thing, one pump on the back of my hand, put it all over my face (cheeks, forehead, chin, nose) with my index finger then use three of your finger (index, middle and ring) blend the foundation by tapping it lightly onto your skin.

If you're on a hunt of a foundation, try this one because it gives you enough coverage and really easy to blend in. This product is also easy to find. The price range is around  IDR 100.000 - 150.000 (check on the Bourjois counter to be sure)

For More Details :

Bourjois - http://www.bourjois.co.uk/catalog/make_up/complexion/foundation/healthy_mix_foundation

STORM - SLEEK

Another Eye Shadow review and this one is a brand from the UK. This palette contains 12 different colors from neutral to darker colors, with the combination of shimmer and matte eye shadow colors. Lets start with the packaging, the packaging its just a simple one, its a hard case palette. There's nothing bad about the packaging, its sturdy its black and classy. In this palette also comes with the dual sponge applicator. This brand carries on six different eye palettes, and the one i'm reviewing is called the STORM palette. I notice this brand from one of the UK magazine and many people also said that its a good product.

The Storm Palette Colors:

DOWN (DARK)  TOP  (NEUTRAL)

The Claims:

The Storm i-Divine palette comprises of 12 strong and rich shades perfect for accentuating the eyes and creating natural looks. 

The velvet-touch consistency gives full and shimmering coverage to the eye lid for maximum effect. Each shade can be applied alone for a dramatic effect or mixed to create a personalised look. 

Best applied with the applicator enclosed.

We've recently given our i-Divines a makeover! The outer packaging has been updated and the way the eye shadows are pressed are different. They are now pressed flat instead of the original waffle print.

My Opinion About the Product:

When this palette arrived, i cant wait to use it cause i think it will turns out great and i'm right. This eye shadow does what it claimed. The colors are very vivid and pigmented, In this palette you can create the most amazing shimmering eyes ever !! Because it really give you the shimmery effect without making you look ridiculously glittery. Most of the colors in the palette are shimmery just three of them which are matte colors. This palette also provides you the colors to create neutral to dramatic look depends on how you like it. 

Swatches:

Top Colors (Dark) Down Colors (Neutral)

As you can see the swatches on the picture, the colors below are the more neutral, soft colors but shimmery and the colors on top of it are the more divine and vivid colors for more dramatic looks. You can see how pigmented and gorgeous the colors are. (the colors swatches are in the same direction as the colors in the palettes)

How i like to use it this palette on a daily look are, First, I apply the soft gold color (Neutral, 2 from left) all over the lid using an eye shadow brush. Second, I apply the dark shimmery brown color (Dark, 1 from left) on the outer corner to the crease making a 'V' shape with a small dome brush and last but not least i used the matte soft brown color (Neutral, 3 from left) to soften up the colors using the Tapered Blending Brush. The very last thing is highlighting my brow bone just using my ring finger with the lightest color from the palette.

For, night time look i usually go for a more dramatic look and i used the same techniques just different colors selection. This is a Must Try item for those of you who like shimmers, cause it really gives you the real shimmer. 

You cant find this product in any department store in Asian particularly in Indonesia. So, i get this palette via FACEBOOK, the user name is MakeUpBrush. She sells a REAL deal !! All products she sells is 100% REAL and very good service as well. So, for those of you who wants any make up which is not sell anywhere near you go to MakeUpBrush on Facebook (I will give the link down below), she sells lots of brand such as; Benefit, Coastal Scents, Sugar Pill, NYX, Sleek, Sigma, and more. 

This Palette cost IDR 140.000,- (From MakeUpBrush), in the US it cost $10

DETAILS:

Sleek Makeup official sites : http://www.sleekmakeup.com/en/categories/eye-shadow-17.aspx

Makeupbrush Facebook : 

http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100002195212801

BRUSHES !!

There are a lot of different type of brushes to do your make up, there is one for blending, one to apply the eye shadow, one to apply concealer and foundation and much more. So, this time i will let you know based on my opinion the 4 basic brushes you will need to apply your eye make up. The Brushes i will show you today are featuring three different Brands, two of the brands you can easily find it. The Brand i'm featuring are Masami Shouko, Armando Caruso and Urban Decay. Lets start with the brushes.

1. First Brush is a shadow brush from Urban Decay, i always use this brush to apply my eye shadow all over my eye lid. the bristles on this brush is really tight and soft. which makes it very easy to control. when i use this brush, i use a patting motion to apply the eye shadow, so that it really sits on your lid. this brush is more pricey though, but you can always find another brush that is cheaper and have a good quality as well,  cause now there is a lot of brand who sell brushes with a more affordable price. 

2. Second Brush is a small dome brush from Masami Shouko. I like to use this brush to put a darker eye shadow tone on the outer corner of my eyes to divine my eyes. I use it by creating a C shape on the outer corner, to create a more dramatic look on it by deepen the color on the crease. This brush is the perfect one, if you really want a perfect shape on your outer corner, cause you will have more control on it and also you can create any shaped you want.

3. Angled Shadow brush, from Armando Caruso, this is a 2 in 1 brush. Because you can use it for your eyeliner or eyebrows. But i use this one as my eyeliner brush. When sometimes i don't want a very black eyeliner look, i always switch by using a black eye shadow instead and i apply it with this brush, This brush is a very precise brush. It makes it so easy to apply my eye shadow as an eyeliner, very easy to work with and the bristles also didn't felt like its poking your eyes. you can also use this brush with a gel liner.

4. Last but not least is my favorite brush from all, its the Tapered Blending Brush from Masami Shouko, This is a fluffy with a long bristles brush with a tapered tip. This brush ideally, shaped to apply, contour, highlight and blend colors on the crease of the eye. I personally use this brush more to blend colors on the crease, i love blending colors with this brush, cause its really do really makes the color blends well and give your eye make up a really soft touch. 

So, the step you need to follow are. First Apply your eye shadow using the Shadow Brush (NUMBER 1), then create a shape on your outer corner and darken your crease with a Small Dome Brush (NUMBER 2), after that use a neutral color such as beige, or any skin tone color to neutralize the color to create a softer look, or to soften the dark eye shadow so it didn't look harsh, with a Tapered Blending Brush (NUMBER 4), then last but not least apply your eyeliner (eye shadow for or gel liner) with a Angled Shadow Brush (NUMBER 5). Then you'll have the look that you desire.

The Price of the brushes: please check on the links below also for more details

Urban Decay : http://www.urbandecay.com/

Masami Shouko :http://www.facebook.com/pages/Masami-Shouko/221126297911190

Armando Caruso : Shops Debenhams, Sogo, and other department store.

(ALL PHOTOGRAPH BY ANGIE YODO)