I observed that applying in with lightly made it appear streaky so I opted to apply two thick layers on my nails. |
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I observed that applying in with lightly made it appear streaky so I opted to apply two thick layers on my nails. |
Hi everyone! This will be just a quick blog post. I just remembered that I still have old photos in my old computer. I realized that I could reupload the makeup looks that I did before through Flashback Fridays for my new readers to see my previous old creations. :) I chose this look first because I never thought that silver/gray shadows would look gorgeous when paired with a reddish shade. I could still remember that I made this look from a Tropez Palette. I challenged myself to make the colors work and I love the final look. |
I just love how I lined my eyes. If you would ask me to do that now, I will be surely struggling. hehe |
Godbless everyone! |
Virginia Olsen is 100% natural, paraben free, bismuth & talc free, and pure mineral make-up suitable for women of any age, ethnicity or skin type. Our formulations are calming to the skin, making them ideal for women prone to sensitivities; and being fragrance-free, they are particularly compatible with delicate skin, giving a sheer, natural, flawless coverage. Further, our makeup unlocks the therapeutic properties of zinc oxide and the natural sunscreen provided by titanium dioxide. Purity also explains the ultra-smooth texture and versatility of Virginia Olsen. Even the sheerest of applications goes on smooth, creamy and consistent and will not clump or fade. Other mineral makeup is stretched with a variety of fillers, such as talc, to bulk-up the quantity of the product and the margin of profit. Not only do these products cause caking and creasing, but they can cause skin irritation, rashes and allergic reactions. |
I love the natural lighting in Batangas. I took a lot of shots but these are a few that I really like. I think that the Virginia Olsen Minerals is one of the mineral makeup that has the best packaging. I also like the fact that what is written in their label is the true weight of the product and not the capacity of the container. Also, they have a wide range of color selection especially for eyeshadows. I was contemplating on buying the mineral liners when I went to the Rockwell Urban Bazaar because they looked pretty and I have not yet tried using mineral powders as liners. I know you all thought that I got the shade in Donnarence. Haha I did not. I picked a shade that is actually wearable for everyday in the office. (Here I go again with neutrals and wearble hues.. haha) I chose Olive Branch. The shade is a dark olive green with golden shimmers. |
The color is very pigmented . With pigments, I prefer to use apply it wet rather than dry to prevent a lot of fall outs or through foiling method. This will make the shades appear more vibrant and the loose powder will readily adhere to your lid. I also suggest using a primer which is creamy to be used as a base. |
The golden shimmers are very prominent. |
In real life, the colors appeared dark green but when I took a photo, my eyeshadow turned gold with a hint of green. :) |
Does this look Terra Cotta ish to you? If no, then I am not color blind at all. hehe |
When swatched, it turned into a nice peach color with tiny (as in almost unnoticeable)silver shimmers. It applies smoothly on my cheeks. A word of caution, be careful in applying this blush. Do not over apply and make sure the blush sets before applying another layer. I know this might look too pale in the container but it is actually quite pigmented but not overtly pigmented like my Sleek blush or Mac. I was in the cab when I tried it on my cheeks. I was not satisfied with one layer because it looked so light and I really could not see the color then I applied two more layers.. When I look at the mirror to have check on my makeup, Lo and behold, I looked like a clown. wahhh Make sure you apply a thin layer first and wait for the color to blend on your skin. This blush lasted fairly well on my dry skin like 3 hours or so. I want to try more from Virginia Olsen. I have been using their blush for days now and I like it. No break outs too. I was thinking of trying out their Green Tea or Hide a Pore line. They also have a nice range of matte bronzers that do not have the reddish tints that look so unnatural. Have you tried Virginia Olsen Minerals?
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Godbless everyone! |
Hi everyone! How was your weekend? I hope you all had a blast. I have been in search for a good concealer for years. I have tried almost all types of concealer from liquid to cream ones. After a few months of use, I would jump to another brand. My undereyes are too dark and noticeable that foundation and powder can not cover it up. Whenever I go out without concealer, people would often comment that I look tired and stressed. Blame it to my genes. My mom and my little sister have conspicuous dark circles too. Last month, I received this concealer as part of the loot bag that K-Palette gave us. More than their infamous liners, I was really curious to try out their concealer. |
I got the shade No.1 which is perfect for my dark circles. At the event, I asked Ms. Cheryl about the shade range this concealer. Apparently, No. 1 is not the lightest neither No. 3 is. Do not confuse yourself with the numbering because each concealer has its own purpose which are:
Shade 01 Natural Beige consists of special hydrating ingredients Super lower- molecular Hyaluronic Acid- A, Water-soluble Collagen and Rose Water to moisturise under eye areas.
Shade 02 Yellow Beige contains brightening ingredients Vitamin C Derivative, Chamomilla Recutita Extract and Prune Extract.
Shade 03 Orange Beige contains beauty ingredients Swertia Japonica Extract, Silver Birch Leaves Extract & Amino Acid (Glycine) to revive tired-looking eyes by improving blood circulation around eye areas.
(Credits to for the above mentioned shade benefits and purposes: http://facekitt.com/blog/2012/04/19/k-palette-zero-kuma-concealer-review/)
I asked Ms. Cheryl about this and she told me that most buyers still prefer getting their concealer that fit their shade. Luckily, the shade I got (No.1) suits my skin tone really well (unbelievable) and is perfect for my dark circles. Shade 01 or Natural Beige has moisturizing properties. I have been using this concealer for almost a month now and I am in love with it! I have two other concealers and I tossed them in my makeup drawer. I prefer using this ever since I got it. I could actually see a huge difference when I use this concealer vis-a-vis my two other concealers.
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The carded packaging of this concealer is so cute. Very Kawaii indeed. Do you know that Kuma means Bear in Japanese? |
I am not that crazy about the slanted tip tube but I think this type of packaging is very sanitary. This product costs 895 pesos and it can be bought at Beauty Bar. I never thought that I would love a liquid concealer this much. I would prefer cream concealers over liquid ones because they are easier to blend and have better coverage. I was amazed with this concealer. It is heavy duty indeed. With just a tiny amount, it can immediately cover my dark undereyes really well. I can finally bid adieu to my life long dilemma of dark circles within seconds. This lasts pretty well on me even without primer underneath. I just make sure that I set it with powder that matches my skin tone and I am set. This does not settle on my fine lines too. Also, it does not dry my undereyes like most concealers too. No dry patches even on the outer corner of my eyes. |
Shade No.1 perfectly matches my NC35 or medium yellow skintone. IThe texture is very creamy and blendable. It does not create those weird crazy streaks when applied. I apply this in a patting motion with my ring finger. The good thing is it does not dry too quickly but it delivers a matte finish on the skin. So here is a proof to show you that it does a remarkable job in covering my dark circles: |
Without Concealer |
With K-Palette Zero Kuma Concealer I did not even use a setting powder or a moisturizer when I applied this concealer. Shade No.1 blended on my skin so well that it looked like my second skin. It does not create that ugly white cast even on pictures when taken with flash. Overall this concealer is L-O-V-E. I highly recommend this concealer to everyone. Some may find 895 pesos quite steep but I honestly think this concealer is worth every peso. :) This is by far best concealer that covered my dark under eyes which lasted on me for half a day to full day (full day at times.. because there are times that my skin just won't cooperate with me and my makeup just fades away literally!).
Disclaimer: This product is reviewed for PR purposes. This review is honestly my opinion and 100% based on my observation with continuous usage of this product. This worked so well on me you might say I am too biased. haha For reference. Check my sidebar for my skin tone and skin type.
Godbless everyone! |
Good morning! I was awaken by a text message from a colleague that really bothered me (work related). That explains my early blog post on a beautiful Saturday morning! Who is excited for the long weekend ahead? I am!!!! I want to share with you my favorite palette as of the moment. I have mentioned this palette a few times in my previous posts.I needed a palette that I can bring anywhere. I have a lot of choices in mind but I decided to get this one. I was not mistaken in choosing this. This palette is now part of my makeup kit essentials. I am regretting that I did not buy Wet n WIld Color Icons palettes when they were sold at ebay for a fraction of a price. I got this for 400 pesos which I find quite pricey compared to US price. |
The packaging is ok . It has this clear flit top cover which I find a bit flimsy. The details underneath are quite useful. I also saw some Wet n Wild eyeshadow palettes that have imprints on the eyeshadow itself with words - highlight , eyelid and crease to indicate where to use the particular eyeshadow shade. I find that really cute and helpful. Here is a close up of the eyeshadows: |
This palette is composed of two types of eyeshadows. The matte side and the shimmery ones. I love the matte eyeshadows a lot. The shimmery part consists of a whitish gold, yellow gold and a dark bronze shade. The matte part consists of light cream, tan and a dark chocolate brown. The pigmentation is awesome especially for the matte eyeshadows. Even without primer or base, the colors are surprisingly vibrant. The shimmery ones are quite powdery. The matte eyeshadows are intensely pigmented. I finally found a light cream color that is best for highlighting the brow bone that is not chalky and stayed true to its color on the pan after application.The eyeshadows have a creamy texture. They lasts really well especially the matte eyeshadows. I tried using the matte eyeshadows without any primer and it amazingly stayed for 2-3 hours on my lid. However, I really have a hard time layering the shades or blending them together especially when I use a base or primer. They adhere so fast on the lid which makes blending really hard. I suggest to apply the shadows lightly and just slowly build the color. Packing the color on the lid is not a good idea because it can make blending a tedious task. The swatches: |
The matte eyeshadows are without really gorgeous right? |
Stay tuned for my 500 pesos makeup challenge! I will make use of the long vacation to create makeup looks. I really miss doing that.Godbless everyone! |
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