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Fanny Serrano Two Way Cake
I finally gave in. After two years, I finally switched to a new powder foundation. Gawd. It took me a lot of prodding (just me talking to myself ). I ditched my in2it foundation for this one. I realized (very late realization tsk tsk) that In2it Harvest is lighter on my skin. It can sometimes give me that weird white cast on pictures. Thank goodness I did not look like a ghost on my graduation photos. I bought this powder due to the variety of shades available which I really think suits Filipina skintones really well. There were like 7 shades or 8 (sorry I did not even take note of that) but the shades are really perfect for Filipinas. I am thrilled that there is a shade for morenas and those for fair skinned ladies and those for ladies with medium skintone like me. I honestly have a hard time picking the right shade of foundation it can either get too light on me, too pinkish or way too dark. I know. Sometimes I just wish that I have a light skintone so it would be very easy for me to buy foundations and I can use a lot of BB creams too if that's the case. :D Kudos to Fanny Serrano for this. When I bought this foundation, my mom (who does not wear makeup at all... even at my graduation!!!gaahh!!) asked me if she could try it. Upon trying, guess what? She does not want to give it back to me. It was the very first time I saw her so interested with a foundation. I gave it to her but she gave me money to buy another one for myself..haha. |
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It comes with a mirror and separate compartment for the sponge applicator. It might seem bulky but I really don't mind. The packaging very similar to my Mom's Sally Hansen Firming Foundation. |
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Tiny openings for ventilation?? |
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My Shade in Orleans
Such a perfect shade for my NC37 skintone.
I think it was meant for NC40 ish skintone but I find Chino, the lighter one just almost the same with my In2it "Harvest" foundation, hence, I chose the darker shade. It can appear a bit darker than my skintone. Just a tad bit darker but after a few minutes it blends on my skin perfectly. With a spritz of my finishing spray, it looks so natural on me. |
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Just one swipe. This powder has a very fine and silky texture. |
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Did I get the right shade?
See for yourself.
Ohh.. I am not fooling you.. I really swiped the powder on my skin in this picture.
It blended on my skin like... MAGIC!! |
On to the Product Review:
I find the packaging quite uneasy to use. You know with all the flipping and all that stuff because the mirror and the sponge is in a separate compartment. On a positive side, I like that the sponge has a separate compartment. I hate placing my sponge applicator on top of my powder since I feel like it can accumulate a lot of bacteria and all that nasty stuffs you could think of. The foundation is a steal for 399 pesos. I get 15 grams for this. That's a lot of product in a compact! My In2It foundation only weighs 9 grams. The coverage of this foundation is remarkable. It is not too cakey or heavy at all but it covers pretty well. It goes on smoothly when applied. It gives me that flawless finish. It has this subtle mocha scent. It is not really bothering at all. Plus, I did not get any zits or rashes in using this one.
I will definitely give this powder foundation a 10/10 grade.
You know, when I like a product I just extremely like it. This is not utter exaggeration!
My first time to use this foundation was on this FOTD. (used with KevinBeautymaker Aqualight Cream Foundation)
I was shocked too when I uploaded this photo. It evened out my skin tone so well but my skin does not look this perfect at all. NO PHOTOSHOP HERE.
It was my first time to use my new camera on portrait shots. just the soft skin feature of my camera.. :D godbless everyone
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ELF Mineral Eyeshadow Primer
This gentle and completely sheer Eyeshadow Primer has key vitamins A, C and E to help prevent aging and moisturizes the skin. The formula glides on easily and disappears instantly to create longer-lasting, crease-proof eyeshadow. The Mineral Eyeshadow Primer is designed to be used with your favorite mineral eyeshadow to provide ultimate staying power for beautiful and vibrant color that lasts. 100% mineral based with no parabens, no preservatives and no chemical dyes. | | |
This is one of the products from ELF that I am very much intrigued. This is my first time to use a liquid primer I usually use cream based ones. I got this from ebay and I kept on wondering if I will purchase the 3$ one or the 1$ primer. I chose the mineral primer instead because of the good reviews here in blogosphere, youtube and even in makeupalley. I have never tried using Urban Decay Primer Potion and I will probably won't give it a chance since the primers that I have tried which cost a fraction of a price are really good. I have seen a review of this primer compared with UDPP and they are almost at par. (ALMOST) I initially wanted the Etude House Proof 10 Primer but it is always out of stock! Sigh!!
This primer has a life span of only 6 months as indicated on the tube. I just dab a small amount of primer on my lid and it instantly creates a smooth and even base for my makeup. I used this on my graduation and my eye makeup stayed on for the whole affair till dinner (almost 9 hours). It comes in one shade which is in "Sheer."
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I find the doe foot applicator very easy to use. | | |
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Packaging: 10/10 I like the sponge tip applicator for precise application of the primer and I experience no spillage.
Texture: 10/10 This is very easy to blend and dries into an almost matte finish.
Long Lasting Effect: 10/10 My eyeshadows do not crease at all. ( Or is it just because of my dry lids??) My eyeshadows lasted upto 9 hours. Indeed, my eyeshadow lasted longer without fading whatsoever.
Price: 10/10 I got this for 235 pesos only on ebay! Only 3$ which costs less than the infamous UDPP!
I love this product so much and I will definitely repurchase! Why buy the high end e/s primer if this product works just the same right?
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This blends easily on my lid and gives that brightening effect too. The texture is very light, sheer and silky. |
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I will be showing you a comparison of my LA Colors eyeshadow quad with and without primer. |
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Left: without primer Right: with primer
See how it made my eyeshadows look more vibrant and fuller.
It made my eyeshadows really pop!!
Another plus point : NO PARABENS!!!
I recommend this primer to all of my readers. This is definitely a must try and a must have.
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