Go MAD with MATT

Would you love an oily, shiny and glossy nose or a matt looking one that looks fabulous in photos?

I will definitely choose the latter.

Thus today, I will be introducing the:

Smash Box’s Anti-shine (Neutral)

Mr teddy accompanying the Smash Box's Anti-shine in the lime light.

It is an oil absorber that reduces shine for an all day matt finish even under the sun or hot studio lights. It is perfect for those with oily skin, eye lids and t-zone. As for me, I have problematic oily t-zone areas thus I love this product a lot.

Smash Box’s Anti-shine is a gel to powder formula, with a waxy texture that dissolves well into the skin upon blending.

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How to use the Smash Box’s Anti-shine,

Apply only after prepping your skin up with moisturizer.

Before application, dispense the product on the hand.

Dab in your troubled areas like:

T-zone areas like the nose and the chin.

The eye lids area for those facing problems with fading shadows.

 Blend into the skin using gentle circular motions until it is completely absorbed.

Wait for 30 seconds for it to set before continuing with your makeup regime.

It can be use before or after makeup.

For touches up, just dab it lightly on the affected areas.

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Pros

• Cooling sensation upon application.
• Only a little is required upon each application. Thus the 30ml tube will last quite for quite some time.
• Helps to create a smooth palette for the makeup to stay longer, not forgetting that it helps to lessen the time taken for touching up.
• Absorbs oil instantaneously, creates an instant matt look when touching up thus say bye to shiny nose in pictures.
• Convenient package that is handy to carry around.
• Transparent squeeze tube, thus there will be no hidden wastage.
• No weird or overpowering perfume or chemical smells.
• Lasting power is good as I only require slight touching up only later in the afternoon.

Cons

• Without a well moisturized face, it tends to dry out the skin resulting in slight difficulty in apply my face makeup.

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Comments

I personally find that the Smash Box’s Anti-shine is worth a try as it really works for me. It helps me to keep my shiny unglamorous looking nose matt for a longer period of time and prevent me from over powdering my nose until it is a little cakey as I can get pretty enthusiastic at times. 

In Singapore’s weather, I am not surprise if I am not the only one with such problems thus I find that it is a nice product to have.

I love the light texture of the Smash Box’s Anti-shine as I feel as though I did not add another layer on my skin even after application. I too love the fact that it helps makeup to glide on easier and my makeup tend to adhere better on my t-zone area which I usually apply the Smash Box’s Anti-shine on.

 

My Verdict

8 out of 10 stars for being an anti shiny nose lifesaver.

Will I Buy It Again?

Yes, when I finish my current tube as I love the effect it gives me and it is user friendly with it squeeze tube packaging.

Girls, you can try the fabulous Smash Box’s Anti-shine at Sephora at Wisma Atria, Orchard Central and Great World City.

The friendly BAs will be more than willingly to help you. I love the BAs at Sephora as they are always willing to give a tip or two and they are never too busy to help you find the right shade to compliment your skin tone. 

Till next time ^_^

Cheeky Apples

The temptation of sweet, juicy addictive apples that even Snow White can’t resist. I wished that my cheeks would have those lovely hues on them. 

How about you girls?

Would you love to give your cheeks a nice subtle glowing to give more depth to your face yet not being exaggerated?

Girls, you can simple achieve this with the use of a cheek blusher.

It not only adds colours to your cheeks, it too gives a healthier look for pale looking people like me.

For lazy girls out there like me, I finally found a wonderful solution to help you girls to save your time and effort every morning.

It is none other than the: 
Etude House’s Peach Cheek Blusher in #4 Smile Peach

 I just love penguins, say hi to Mr Penguin with the Etude House’s Peach Cheek Blusher.

What I love about the: Etude House’s Peach Cheek Blusher

• Unique sponge applicator, just stamp the blush product on the face and blend it evenly with just using your own fingers.
• Contains light reflecting fine glitters to give a more contoured look.
• Upon application of 1^st layer, it gives one a sheer look and can be further intensified with more layers if desired. 

 

 The unique sponge applicator.

With just a light stamp of the Etude House’s Peach Cheek Blusher in #4 Smile Peach on my hand.

Why this particular shade?

• Compliments almost every skin tone, though please test the colour to see whether you like it or not as individual taste differs.
•  Easy to carry off.
• The sheer subtle look compliments this year’s popular nude makeup very well.
• Their entire range of colours cover a wide range of makeup possibilities and it’s great for experimental looks.

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Pros

• Idiot proof with its one touch sponge stamp applicator.
• Time saving with its stamp and blend application method.
• Long lasting without flaking.
• Good colour payout.
• Hassle free touch ups.
• Light reflecting pigments give one an optical illusion effect.
• No strong perfume smell.
• Convenient packaging that is light weight and easy to carry around.

Cons

• Sponge applicator tends to pick up too much product, even though I do love the convenience that comes with it. To prevent your cheeks from looking like it’s over the top, simply stamp the applicator on your hand first to remove some of the excess product before using it on your face.

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Comments

I personally really love the sheer innocent look that the Etude House’s Peach Cheek Blusher gives.

It looks so natural that it seems as though I am naturally blushing from within.It is easy to use and great for beginners to handle.

For me during each time I apply my makeup, one stamp on each cheek is sufficient to give me a nice glow to my look.

My Verdict

8 out of 10 stars

Will I buy it again?

With its price at $21.90 per tub, I still find it reasonable as only a little is required each time.

I would love to try the rest of the colours if a suitable chance arises. The current tub is with me for quite a period of time and I have not even seen the bottom pan.

I would recommend this to girls who are looking for a subtle everyday natural look and those who complain about time always not being enough.

Till next time ^_^

I won Yvonne’s giveaway

When I was informed via mail that I have won one of the prize of the giveaway that I had participated on her blog, I was overjoyed and was waiting with anticipation on what are the goodies that she have prepared for me.

Though I only bagged the consolation prize, I was still very happy that I got selected out of all of the other ladies.

Kudos to Yvonne for the fabulous giveaway and the informative posts in your blog, I have been a fan of yours since your previous blog.

What I love about Yvonne’s blog,

There are not only blog posts about giveaways, promotional sales events, workshops and not forgetting her easy to understand product reviews. 

Girls, you can visit her blog @ http://yvonneandherplayground.blogspot.com/ 

 With much enthusiasm, my package arrived with my name written on it.

I managed to curb my excitement to take a picture before tearing it open for a peek. I just love mail packages as it is always such a joy to open one of them to seek the treasure within.

To me, it feels like the Kinder Surprise chocolate egg that i used to love when i was little.

 There was even a sweet hand written note by Yvonne within the package.

I would be looking forward to try the Silky Girl’s Lip Gloss as I previously owned a tube of it and loved the not so sticky texture.

Thanks Yvonne and her generosities.

Till next time ^_^

I spy with my NOT so LIL eye

Today I will be talking about one of my staple treatment product, it is none other than the eye lash serum which I have been raving about. Joy this is specially done for you with regards to your beauty query. 

Hope you girls will enjoy this review as much as I do while writing it. 

Without further ado, the main starlet for today is the:

DHC’s Eye Lash Tonic

 Prirate Bunny and the nifty DHC's Eye Lash Tonic.

More information about it:

• Contains aloe and watercress, helps to seal in moisture.
• Give moisture and firmness to the eyelashes.
• A screw typed brush applicator.

Dual uses:

• In the morning: Can be used as mascara base or clear mascara.
• In the night: To be used as eyelash treatment in the night.

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How the brush applicator look like.

Pros

• Near instant results.
• No irritation upon using it.
• No weird chemical smell.
• Clear in colour thus good as mascara base.
• Light weight.
• Non-greasy.
• Transparent container, easy to tell how much is left.
• Only a little is required each time thus one bottle lasted more then few months with daily usage
• Fuller lashes while helping new lashes to grow.
• Helps in lengthening of my existing lashes.
• Lesser fallouts / breakage of lashes.
• Hassle-free as do not require one to rinse off in the morning.

Cons

• Product turns cloudy after a few months though I was told that it doesn’t affect the quality of the tonic, I was still a little worried.

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Comments 

DHC is a really popular mail order skincare brand that is well raved in Japan and in the online beauty community. It is really a pity as even their online shop does not ship to other countries.

Thus when I heard that Watsons decided to bring DHC into Singapore, I was practically overjoyed. The DHC’s Eye Lash Tonic is not the only product from DHC that I have used as I went on a haul with my overwhelming lemmings within the first week after they arrived in Singapore.

Please stay tuned on my blog to find out other fabulous products that DHC have to offer.

I really love the DHC’s Eye Lash Tonic, as I could see immediate result just after using it only for a few weeks. My lash line improved tremendously with the thickening of my existing lashes. It too helps with the growth of new lashes thus helping in the filling up of gaps within my lash line.

Not forgetting the convenience of a one step treatment, as certain brands come with two individual tubes to apply. The package is even suitable to bring along for traveling or in your makeup pouch if needed.

I was really fascinated as I personally experienced lesser fall outs while removing my mascara from my lashes and when I am curling my eyelashes.

I am astonished to see the tremendous improvement even if I only apply the DHC’s Eye Lash Tonic during the night before I sleep as I am usually rushing to work early in the morning. 

Like MacDonald’s advertisement, all I can say is: I’m Loving It!

My Verdict

10 out of 10 stars, for being a hassle-free product. 

Will I buy it again?

YES, as I love how my eyelashes look after using the effective DHC’s Eye Lash Tonic.

I would definitely recommend this to all my friends and readers out there.

Girls, you can find this cult Japanese beauty product at your nearby friendly drug store: Watsons.

Watsons are the sole distributors in Singapore for DHC.  I really love Watsons as they always have a good range of products for all your needs ranging from the head, all the way down to your feet. The $1.95 deals are too good to be missed too.

If you happened to drop by Jurong Point’s Watsons, there is a cheerful and well-manner BA there. Her name is Eleven and it is always a pleasure to talk with her every single time. 

Do not hesitate to approach her if you have any enquires about DHC products as she is always more than willing to share her knowledge.

Till next time ^_^

Obsessions with Lioele

Girls, I guess that probably by now you would have realized that I have been an avid fan of Lioele and Elisha Coy products, but do you girls know that why I love them?

It is probably due to the hardworking management behind the scenes.

To prevent confusion, Lioele and Elisha Coy are both from the family tree of Lush Beauty which is also known as Secretive. 

Why would I have such positive feedback on them?

• Their product ranges is extensive and cater for a wide scope of age groups.
• They always have promotional road shows to reward their fans like us with more savings. Though I have to admit, I do spend more due to the attractive promotions.
• There are always new launches of product to be fascinated about.
• Their BAs are knowledgeable and know what they are selling. I have my fair share of meeting BAs who don’t even know what are the functions of the products they are selling.
• Fast correspondences thru their email and frequent updates on their FB page, it shows that they care for their fans.
• Orders are quickly handled if you order via their website.

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Wondering why have I been talking about them?

It is because of the massive, extensive and tempting sales that they are holding on their website.

Fancy the sheer excitement of receiving your shopping hauls at your doorstep?

Now, there is no more need to even step out of your door step and in the comfort of your house, you can enjoy browsing thru the products for as long as you want.

The promotions that are now running till the end of this month are:

There is up to 70% off on the second item of certain products. There is like a wide range to choose from.

An example would be:

Lioele Pore Clean & Tightening Pack = 1 tube = $30.00

Lioele Pore Clean & Tightening Pack with PWP promo = 2 tubes = $36.40

For two tubes of Lioele Pore Clean & Tightening Pack, the pre-promotion price is $60.00.

With the promotion, your total savings is $23.60.

Free register mail for purchase above $60.00.

Join their FB page now @ Lush Beauty 
As their first 50 FB members that purchase $60.00 and above, will be given an additional free Lioele blooming lip gloss and a mini mask pack set worth $26.00.

Freebies worth $15.00 for any purchase.

Not forgetting additional freebies worth $40.00 with every $60.00 purchase.

What I would personally recommend is the Yufit HOT Face Shaper Bra Mask and the V-line Water Drop Sleeping Pack.

I have been using them for a period of time and I definitely love the results that I see.

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The promotions were so irresistible that even though I have just brought some stuff during their previous promotion. I had to indulge in them after I checked out their website @ www.secretive.sg

Without much hesitation, I made my order yesterday once they announce it on the FB page and was pleasantly surprised with their lovely gestures.

In within minutes, they posted on their FB page that, for being their NO.1 supporter and customer, I am pampered with:

• Free personal delivery on the day itself.
• A limited edition Lioele cosmetic pouch.

Tell me again, how not to love the generous management team?

These are my fabulous hauls for the day without the hassle of leaving home.

What I brought for the day is:

• Lioele Pore Clean and Tightening Pack x 2 tubes – Purchase with purchase promotion (70% off 2^nd pc)
• Lioele Cool Sun Sherbet with SPF18 – Special offer
• Lioele AC Trouble Patch x 2 boxes - Purchase with purchase promotion (70% off 2^nd pc)

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Other than the surprise and the fabulous promotions, one of the reasons I love about the management is that they have the earnest to make their fans feel like a princess.

As I have mentioned earlier that I was pampered with a personal delivery yesterday. This was how my experience was:  

Yesterday, I stayed at home as I wasn’t feeling well. After taking some medication, I proceed to take a nap as I was feeling drowsy. Thus when I woke up, I was like half asleep while trying to help my mum move out some carton boxes. 

It was then that I realized I was still in my slacks and decided to go and change my clothes and apply some makeup before the delivery man arrives.

My gosh, just as I was thinking about it, there was this pretty lady in black holding the Lioele Paper bag walking towards my direction. It was at that moment when I finally realized that what they meant by ‘PERSONAL’ delivery. 

OMG, they have sent their beautiful staff down despite their busy schedules and were exactly on time. I was really impressed with them.

I was also quite touched with the pleasant surprise and immediately felt better from my illness.

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Karine, thanks for making my day and for all the trouble. Please accept my deepest apologies for subjecting you to my tired half-wake makeup-less face, messy hair and my half-dead antics.

Many thanks for The Lush Beauty’s management, Karine, Esther and Sarina for making all of this possible.

Girls, do visit their website to take a peek at the fabulous promotions and attractive products @ www.secretive.sg

This is also a great chance to try out their products or buy them as gifts for your besties.

The offer ends on the end of October 2010. Thus do not hesitate and go indulge in the shopaholic in you. 

Mad loves with Lush Beauty, keep up the good work. I will always be there supporting your products.

If you are wondering that am I paid to sing praises on them?

Do note that I am not affiliated or paid by them. I am a free-willed blogger and I will always be one.

Till next time ^_^

I’m falling for Koji

Today, I will be talking about the recent eyeliner that I have been using as this is a special request from Shine Tang. Hope you girls will enjoy this review as much as I do while writing it.

The lovely eyeliner that I will be reviewing is none other than, Koji’s Spring Heart Long Lasting Eyeliner in Dark Brown 02.

Look at the princess-y package.

Koji is a Japanese brand which focuses on cosmetic beauty products. The well raved dolly wink and eye talk products are also produce by them.

I chanced upon the Koji’s Spring Heart Long Lasting Eyeliner when I was browsing Watsons’s shelf one sunny Saturday afternoon after work.

The cute packing with it's affordable price attracted me straight away as I have been looking for a nice yet easy on the pocket, waterproof pencil brown eyeliner for quite some time.

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Why particularly pencil eyeliners,

I prefer pencil eyeliners as it is easier to control and it is always possible to blend them to give a natural overall look for your eyes.

Pencil eyeliners are also easier for beginners to master and I just love the creamy texture that often comes with it.

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More about the Koji’s Spring Heart Long Lasting Eyeliner,

 After removing the cap, the nifty Koji’s Spring Heart Long Lasting Eyeliner looks like this.

What you should know about it:

• Crayon pencil type eyeliner that is retractable.
• Waterproof.
• Comes with a sharper.

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Pros

• Easy to handle.
• Glides on effortlessly.
• Intense colour payoff upon first application.
• Long lasting.
• Waterproof and sweat resistant.
• Convenient as there is a sharper included.
• Blending tip provided at the other end of the eyeliner.

Cons

• Breakage of crayon might occur if one twists out more than 4mm, though this can be minimized with extra care.

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To prove that the Koji’s Spring Heart Long Lasting Eyeliner really works as what it promises, I have put it to a test.

 The show down begins, after I wrote Sweet Sugar Caramel on my hand using the eyeliner ^_^

 Constant running water.

First off, I put my hand under constant running water for a few minutes to test on its waterproof claims. 

Next, I follow closely with spraying on facial mist on the area and then tried to rub off the eyeliner with intense circular motion.

The test results are as follows:

Under constant running water: No smudges or colour run off, an absolutely fabulous result.

Upon spraying of facial mist: No smudges or colour run off after intense rubbing on the area I spray.
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Comments
For its attractive pricing at $9.90, I find that it is an absolute worthwhile buy and does not hurt my pocket to give it a try. 

The Koji’s Spring Heart Long Lasting Eyeliner also delivers what it promises like being waterproof, sweat resistant and the intensity of the colour really stays vibrant for quite a long period of time.

To me, the Koji’s Spring Heart Long Lasting Eyeliner is an absolute gem.

I would definitely be recommending it to my friends and readers to give it a try. 

My Verdict

9 out of 10 stars.

Will I buy it again?
YES, as it’s worth spending on for its affordable yet effective outcome. Not forgetting that there will be no more panda eyes after watching sad movies. 

Girls, you can get your hands on the Koji’s Spring Heart Long Lasting Eyeliner @ the Japanese cosmetic section at a Watsons near you.

Till next time ^_^