Window Shopping Wants.

One of those days, where I have nothing much to do on the computer and I find myself on Sephora’s website.

Here are some of the stuff that I’m eyeing on and that might perhaps be an option for you when you do some Sephora shopping!

Look at the gorgeous items. 

Urban Decay Naked 3. 

I have never lusted for Naked 1 & 2, but the thought of this palette being rose-hued just blew my mind. I need it!

YSL Touche Eclat. 

Highly raved and luxurious packaging. I’ve always wanted to try one of these but the price tag has deterred me. Absolutely in love with the packaging and I’m aware that some drugstore brands have tried making a “dupe” or “knockoff” of this. But of course, nothing can beat the feeling of using the real deal.

NARSissist Cheek Kit.

I’m a fan of NARS, (though I only own the Orgasm blush. meh.) so the thought of having a cheek kit with the amazing quality is quite exciting. Perfect for traveling.

Eve Lom Rescue Mask.

I managed to get a sample of this mask and I must say that it works wonders. Perfect for those days before a big event (or even on the day itself) and you want to look your best. I need to get my hands on this soon, there’s so many bumps on my face and it’s frustrating.

Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencil.

I have one in the shade Rockstar and I think that it’s a great alternative to the usual black or blue. It’s so creamy and smooth, has to be my favorite eyeliner at the moment. Definitely want to own more!

NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer. 

Another highly raved product, I’m amazed by the coverage it gives. Also, it’s suitable to be applied all over the face, for all kinds of imperfections, so I’m eyeing on them.

YSL Volupte Sheer Candy. 

Just… The packaging. It’s orgasmic and absolutely luxurious. Not to mention it has been raved by essiebutton and I love her taste. I can’t wait to get my hands (and lips) on this baby.

YSL Rouge Volupte Shine. 

I’m not sure if I’m going through a “phase”, but I have been rather interested in dark lips lately. Maybe it’s the grungy mode that I’m starting to get into, but I’m real digging dark lips.

NARS Sheer Glow Foundation. 

I’ve seen Tanya Burr talk about this and I’m pretty attracted by the coverage and glow that it gives. Very natural and fresh! Sadly, it’s about $82 (including the pump) over here. I might get one at the end of the year when I go to the US.

YSL Rouge Pur Couture Glossy Stain.

By now… You can probably tell my obsession with YSL. From their perfumes to bags, I’ve quite fancied them. And now that I’ve found out about their makeup brand, amazing. The packaging, quality and pigmentation are fantastic and I can’t wait to own more.

Dior Lip Glow. 

Apparently this changes according to your body’s temperature and gives an amazing shade of pink that is “your lips, but better”. Plus it’s a lip balm, so I won’t feel that I’m wearing anything too over the top.

Hourglass Ambient Lighting Blush. 

The packaging’s so sleek and cool, plus I’ve heard quite a few positive reviews about it. I like the marbleized effect of the blush and I don’t think it’s sold where I am so… Sad face! But it’s a good thing as well, or else it’ll add up to my “makeup bill”

Anastasia Tinted Brow Gel. 

I feel that this is a great option when you’re in a rush as all you have to do is run this through your brows. I’m pretty sure you can do a DIY one, but since Anastasia is a professional brand, it should be pretty good.

Stila Stay All Day Waterproof Eyeliner. 

I’ve seen Ingrid (missglamorazzi) use this and I like how fine the tip is. It’ll give the nicest and most precise wings, in my opinion. The downside is that it’s waterproof. Not a fan of using a makeup remover.

Hourglass Arch Brow Sculpting Pencil. 

I’ve seen Estee use this and I like how the pencil is in that shape, makes it easier for filling the brows! Plus it seems really quick too.

Diorshow Iconic Mascara. 

I love how the brush looks and of course, I trust Dior makeup. Not a fan of the packaging though, the little patterns in the background isn’t the most flattering thing ever.

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Alright! That’s all I have for today and I hope you’ve enjoyed this post, and perhaps interested in getting a couple of items that I’ve featured.

Stay tuned for my next post, where it’ll be a sequel to the how to be a tumblr girl.

Disclaimer : The photos aren’t mine (except the first) and no copyright intended! I have not been paid to recommend any of the items and all opinions are mine.

Eve Lom Rescue Mask Review. | Blogmas Day 17.

This mask claims to : deep cleanse without drying, gently decongest pores and absorb excess oil, smooths and conditions the skin’s surface calming redness and irritation and leaving you refreshed.

Of course, we all know how those statements written by companies tend to be false. But boy, oh boy. This is amazing.

When I first put it on, it stung my eye a little and I did not even put it near my eye! So I had my right eye closed during the whole process. Heh.

The texture was pretty thick and there were random “balls” in them and I just slather it all over my face and waited for 20 minutes.

As it dried, it would tighten as well and at the end, my face was so tight, I couldn’t do any facial expressions.

Once I’ve washed it off and all, voila. No more dry patches. My skin was so much softer and I could not find any dry patches that was almost everywhere.

I would totally buy the full sized product, which would be so useful for those important days (New Years, Christmas, Birthday) where I want to look good.

Love it!

Disclaimer : I have not been paid / sent the product mentioned above for a review purpose. All opinions are mine!

Holiday Makeup! (Drugstore)| Blogmas Day 15.

I figured that I should do a makeup look, because the last one was written a pretty long time ago.

Here are some of my recommended items that you can use to construct your look!

(Click the product name for the link to where you can buy it.)

Foundation. 

Revlon Colorstay Foundation. 

They come in different formulations that suit different skin types!

Maybelline Fit Me! Shine Free Foundation.

CoverGirl Outlast Stay Fabulous 3-in-1 Foundation. 

Bourjois Healthy Mix Serum Foundation.

Neutrogena Healthy Skin Foundation.

EYEBROWS. 

I think that the holiday season requires full eyebrows!

Remember to choose a product that’s a shade lighter than the hair on your head!

Maybelline Define-A-Brow Eyebrow Pencil.

e.l.f Studio Eyebrow Kit. 

Revlon Brow Fantasy.

EYESHADOW. 

There’ll be a glam side & a neutral side!

Maybelline Color Tattoo in Pomegranate Punk. (glam)

Wet n Wild Eyeshadow Trio in Knock On Wood. (glam)

Maybelline Eyestudio Eyeshadow Quad in Legendary Lilac. (glam)

Rimmel Glam’ Eyes Eye Shadow Quad in Diamond Jubilee. (neutral)

Maybelline ExpertWear Eyeshadow Quad in Lavender Lights. (neutral)

Maybelline EyeStudio Eyeshadow in Pink Punch. (neutral)

CHEEKS. 

I think it’s best for your lips or eyes to stand out, so blush should be toned down. You don’t have to use this if you don’t want to, because you might have a natural flush from the weather.

L’Oreal True Match Blush in Tender Rose.

Boots No7 Natural Blush Tint Powder in Soft Damson.

L’Oreal Blush in Rose Gold Lift. 

I wouldn’t recommend bronzer just because it’s a little odd to have a sun-kissed glow during the winter season. However, do what you like and apply bronzer of your choice!

LIPS. 

Maybelline Baby Lips Dr. Rescue in Berry Soft. (neutral)

Maybelline ColorSensational Lip Color in Celestial Coral. (neutral)

CoverGirl Natureluxe Gloss Balm in Sandstone. (neutral)

Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick in Raspberry Bite. (glam)

L’Oreal Color Riche Caresse Lipstick in Cherry Tulle. (glam)

Almay Liquid Lip Balm in Just Plum Good. (glam)

ALRIGHT! That’s all I have for this post. Do remember not to mix both glam eyes and glam lips together because it’ll be too much.

Hope you’ve enjoyed it and here’s to me completing my missed blogmas days.

Disclaimer : The photos aren’t mine and no copyright intended! I have not been paid to recommend any of the products mentioned and all opinions are mine!

Winter Essentials. | Blogmas Day 6-9

As you can probably tell, I cheated! The stress of not completing enough blogmas days has got the better of me.

I promise this will be my only time I cheat! I just need to get everything back on track before being able to post at ease again.

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So what I’m going to write about today is the things I think are essential for winter and the festive holidays!

So to know more, continue reading.

SKIN CARE. 

Dry skin is always the main problem during winter because the air’s so dry and your skin gets dry and flaky, so a super moisturizing moisturizer would be awesome!

I’m sorry if the products are mostly high-end, they tend to be nicer and it’s the festive season, splurge!

Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion. (For dry skin)

Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Gel. (For oilier skin)

First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Cream.

Algenist Overnight Restorative Cream. 

Bobbi Brown Hydrating Face Cream.

Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream.

Neutrogena Healthy Defense Daily Moisturizer.

DML Forte Superior Moisturizing Cream.

Aveeno Active Naturals Skin Relief Moisture Repair Cream.

Masks.

Fresh Rose Face Mask.

Clinique Moisture Surge Overnight Mask.

Apinourish Rejuvenating Face Mask.

Eve Lom Moisture Mask.

Caudalie Moisturizing Cream Mask.

Avene Soothing Moisture Mask.

Freeman Feeling Beautiful Facial Clay Mask.

(Freeman does amazing masks & scrubs! Do check them out.)

Caudalie Grape Water.

Jurlique Rosewater Balancing Mist. 

Fresh Rose Floral Toner.

Marc  Jacobs Lip Lock Moisture Balm.

Rosebud Salve in a Tube.

Korres Lip Butter.

Caudalie Lip Conditioner.

Tarte Maracuja Lip Exfoliant.

Fresh Sugar Lip Polish.

BEAUTY.

BASE

Bobbi Brown Tinted Moisturizer.

Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer.

Nars Pure Radiant Tinted Moisturizer.

Hourglass Illusion Tinted Moisturizer.

Neutrogena Healthy Skin Liquid Makeup.

Diorskin Nude BB Cream.

Tarte BB Tinted Treatment.

Maybelline Dream Fresh BB Cream.

Olay Fresh Effects BB Cream.

BLUSH

Guerlain Rose Aux Joues in Red Hot.

I really think that the top color would be amazing for the season.

YSL Creme De Blush in Powdery Rose.

Nars Blush in Seduction.

Bobbi Brown Blush in Berry.

Milani Baked Powder Blush in Red Vino.

CoverGirl Cheekers Blush in Plum Plush.

Boots No7 Natural Blush in Spice.

If you don’t want blush, and just want some warmth in your skin, you can choose to use a bronzer.

The shade really depends on your personal preference.

YSL Terre Saharienne Bronzing Powder.

Nars Bronzing Powder.

Benefit Hoola.

e.l.f Studio Contouring Blush & Bronzing Powder.

The bronzer in this duo is a-m-a-z-i-n-g.

Rimmel Natural Bronzer. 

Maybelline Fit Me! Bronzer.

LIPS

If you don’t get anything off the makeup section that you’ve read in this post, you HAVE to get at least one lip product.

It’ll scream winter! (Punny, ha!)

Nars Lipstick in Dressed To Kill.

Buxom Lipstick in Havana.

YSL Glossy Stain in Violine Surrealiste.

Dior Addict Gloss in Ensorcelante.

Deep plum / cranberry colors are amazing for the winter season as everything’s so white and this adds a nice pop of color!

Dior Addict Extreme Lipstick in Paparazzi.

Shiseido Perfect Rouge in Fantasia.

Wet n Wild MegaLast Lip Color in Coral-ine.

Rimmel Lip Lacquer in Solstice.

L’Oreal Paris Color Riche Lipstick in Cherry Tulle.

L’Oreal Paris Color Riche Wet Shine Stain in Berry Persistent.

CoverGirl Lipslicks Smoochies Lip Balm in Luv U.

CLOTHING.

Hurley Interchange Jacket.

LA Hearts Fine Gauge Quirky Pullover Sweater.

BB Dakota Echelon Coat.

After Party Lionheart Vintage Army Jacket.

BDG Bad Gal Hooded Canvas Parka.

Margot Hooded Oversized Parka.

Alright! That’s all I have for today, I hope you’ve enjoyed the post and learnt something from it!

You don’t have to get the items mentioned above, just choose something along the shades of color or anything that suits you!

Stay tuned for my next post.

Disclaimer : I have not been paid to mention / recommend any of the products mentioned above. All pictures aren’t mine and no copyright intended!

Winter Makeup!

I’m so excited for Christmas, and with each passing day, I’m getting closer to that amazing holiday! So I figured I should come up with a Wintery-Christmas makeup look for all you out there who loves this season as much as I do.

There will be 2 options for this look – either bright cheeks or bright lips. I won’t be including bright eyes because I feel that it’s more for summer. I’ll be using mostly drugstore products, but if I use any high-end, I’ll include a drugstore option!

Foundation. 

I’m opting for a tinted moisturizer because skin gets quite dry during winter so we need something moisturizing and hydrating!

Nars Pure Radiant Tinted Moisturizer – This works something as a foundation, just lighter and more hydrating. It’ll cover most of the redness, acne and blemishes on the face while hydrating the skin as well, win! Plus it has a dewy finish which can give a healthy glow. Available here.

The Balm BalmShelter Tinted Moisturizer – This keeps the skin hydrated and glowing, which would stand out because everyone else is freezing and pale (haha). This has light coverage, but face it, would you need full coverage during winter? Available here.

Drugstore option :

There aren’t any good drugstore options, but these 2 has been given positive ratings so yeah!

Olay Fresh Effects BB Cream – This claims to “moisturize, brighten and help protect skin from harmful UV rays” and that is always good! You get to save time as well because it acts as a moisturizer, light foundation and sunscreen! Available here. 

Garnier Miracle Skin Perfector BB Cream – This is for combination to oily skin and claims to “immediately mattifies, minimizes pores, and conceals imperfections to give skin a naturally smooth, flawless finish” pretty great uses if you ask me. (However we all know descriptions are dramatized) Available here.

Eyebrows. 

Ardell Brow Defining Powder – Powders tend to give a more natural look and this comes with the slant brush. Joy! Plus it’s pretty affordable too. Available here. 

Wet n Wild Ultimate Brow Kit – This comes with 3 different brow powders and that’s pretty amazing to me. If any shade is too dark, mix it with the white! And if any is too light, mix it with the dark color. Plus, it comes with tweezers for plucking your brows. Available here. 

e.l.f Studio Eyebrow Kit – This consists of a wax and powder which is pretty sweet as you can skip the brow gel as the wax would keep it in place. Available here.

For the brows, we want them to look like Demi’s because hers are perfect. They’re really strong and defined, so it’s important to use some brow product.

Look at her, her brows leave me speechless.

Eyeshadow.

Wet n Wild Eyeshadow Trio – I’m sure I’m not the only one who wants all the trios. The colors match so well and are really easy to use (with the words on it). Here are a few options that I’ve chosen because I think they’re great for a subtle eye. Available here.

Maybelline EyeStudio Eyeshadow Quad in Copper Chic – Pretty colors, a staple for every girl’s makeup collection! Perfect for the “no makeup makeup” look. Available here.

Milani Runway Eyes Fashion Shadow in Designer Browns – The colors in the quad are really pretty. They might be shimmery, but it seems like it’ll be able to give a neutral eye. Try to stay away from the copper brown and dark brown for this look. Available here.

Mascara. 

Any mascara would do, your favorite mascara or whatsoever! It’s a pretty opinionated so different mascaras work for different people.

BRIGHT CHEEKS VERSION.

Blushes. 

NYX Rouge Cream Blush in Red – Don’t worry about the color being too bright and scary. Apply a small amount and sheer it out (blending) and it’ll look amazing. Available here.

NYX Powder Blush – I feel as though NYX does one of the best blushes because they’re sooo pigmented. So use a light hand or else you’ll end up looking like a clown. Recommended colors would be : Pinky, Desert Rose, Silky Rose, Red, Rose Garden, Bourgeois Pig ; depending on your skin tone! Available here.

Lips. 

Revlon Lip Butter in Creamsicle – This is a nude tinted lip balm / sheer lipstick. It;s pretty moisturizing as well, which is great for winter as they tend to go all dry. Available here.

Revlon Kissable Balm Stain in Honey – This might seem pretty “colored” but against the color of your natural lip, it blends in nicely and appears pretty natural. Plus it’s a balm, so it’ll moisturize your lips and keep it nice and soft! Available here.

Rimmel Show Off Lip Lacquer in Stargazer – It’s close to a clear gloss, with some gold color and nearly nude. It might wash you out though, just in case you don’t like that. But I feel that’s the effect we’re going for, for your cheeks to show. Available here.

BRIGHT LIPS VERSION. 

You can choose to go bare for blusher, but in case you want some dimension, here’s an option.

e.l.f baked blush in Passion Pink – This can double up as a highlighter and blush at the same time. The color part is pretty subtle so it’s perfect! Available here.

Lips.

Wet n Wild MegaLast Lip Color in Red Velvet – It’s such a strong red, pretty! Available here.

Rimmel Lasting Finish Lipstick by Kate in 110 – It’s such an amazing BRIGHT red lipstick that will pop pop pop. Available here.

Rimmel Show Off Lip Lacquer in Apocaliptic and Stellar – This line is amazing because it’s something like a liquid lipstick. Super pigmented and smooth, love in a tube. Available here.

Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick in Love That Red – Another red lipstick. Available here.

Revlon Kissable Balm Stain in Romantic – It’s a lip balm plus color, which can keep your lips moisturized while giving it the pop of color we need. Available here.

Different skintones suit different types of red lips. For a more detailed description, read this!

I hope you’ve enjoyed this post and got a rough idea of how to do your makeup during winter / Christmas! Remember to slap on moisturizer and lip balm because dry flaky skin and chapped lips is not chic, at all.

Stay tuned for my next post!

Disclaimer : All the opinions are mine and I have not been paid / sponsored to write such a post. Photos aren’t mine and no copyright intended.