tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10804577710544094892023-11-16T23:52:44.081+08:00MADOKEKI makeup reviews, tutorials, and beautybeauty blog where i share makeup reviews, swatches, makeup tutorials, hairstyle tutorial, style, and motivational inner beauty related things.Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger322125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1080457771054409489.post-66318249120796343352018-07-21T21:00:00.000+08:002018-07-21T21:00:03.367+08:00Natural Makeup For Work (Video Tutorial)<img alt="karman madokeki makeup turorial natural work" border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdyAVN5d_ZEF17o7Yg_pPw2EFllY2TrQRGqtI595cZyYlEcj8JCPU-2hNiAJWRGKcWPaW0EcIgKMIG0eZz90CjIrtdGnc6-5ad1IZxCG86vgPWTQc2dozKitrnbgT_xxohFKnUsQv8sJ4/s1600/2018_V04_TITLE.jpg" title="" width="600px" /><br />
<b>Is that how my face look like 0_0</b><br />
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Can't believe I actually filmed my first makeup tutorial in 2.5 years.<br />
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I've been away THAT long, always wanted to come back and make more makeup/beauty videos, but just never know when I can do it. I thought it would be a lot more smashing and exciting, but it was just like any other day in reality.<br />
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I have not reached that state where I dreamed of reaching - silky smooth, hydrated and problem free skin - I now question if perfection is actually achievable. Nonetheless, I am at a state where I'm happy with what I currently have, and have accepted it to be part of me (still working on it, but I'm doing so well now!). It's so strange to see myself in makeup again after so long. I've grown to really like my own face without makeup, and with some makeup on, it adorns my face so beautifully. It makes me feel great to be able to put makeup on once again!<br />
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So with the blemish and flaws that are still present on my skin, I present to you this makeup look which is one of the looks I've been wearing to work the past 2 months.<br />
It's understated, natural, no perceivable eyeliner that set off alarms in most people's eyes.<br />
I love how easy it is, I can put this look together within 15 minutes in the morning rush hour :'D If I don't mess up my brows that is. And I normally don't, so I don't know why I messed it up during recording!<br />
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<img border="0" data-original-height="338" data-original-width="600" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBhNlgIiwZbbDBY3Z7JgLiSOc7oqwDKZp4Q5UKdk7HZYbfipujFVm1Heywu75-60VcV-rrR8j6PxyJU0SVfRTNod27CluSVxeGpnWVUWfSbS5IPu33YXpSXEiyx07G1iNaXpX33kiv3k0/s1600/2018_V04_look1.jpg" /><br />
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This is the complete eye look, just really minimal. It looks even less obvious in video because the camera washes out some of the colour. In real life, it gives myself beautiful and natural looking depth. Indiscernible to the untrained eyes.<br />
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<b>THE PRODUCTS</b><br />
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<img border="0" data-original-height="900" data-original-width="1600" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjt2ECJbRJKsA4AmxKf9sB4iINE6Rm9DL6hBezA0Die2MqfQ8fYptGFv5jKDGEeZ_4WXImnEpqCtO0xj_uSZHhhoKTlZfeS-YYIUljcpQ6Fv3Qx0qGHJq71riRSR2Nkk4hBEoAcf2iQ8tA/s1600/2018_V04_product1.jpg" width="600px" /><br />
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<ol>
<li><a href="https://iherb.co/5k7jhtk">E.L.F. <span id="docs-internal-guid-f93a5b9e-bb89-9ae6-a1c3-18bc794b0480" style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">Perfect Finish HD Powder</span></a></li>
<li><span id="docs-internal-guid-f93a5b9e-bb89-9ae6-a1c3-18bc794b0480" style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">KATE Mineral Powder Foundation (OC-C) </span></li>
<li><span id="docs-internal-guid-f93a5b9e-bb89-9ae6-a1c3-18bc794b0480" style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">AVENE Very High Protection Cream SPF50+</span></li>
<li><span id="docs-internal-guid-f93a5b9e-bb89-9ae6-a1c3-18bc794b0480" style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">CANMAKE Mat Fleur Cheeks (04)</span></li>
<li><span id="docs-internal-guid-f93a5b9e-bb89-9ae6-a1c3-18bc794b0480" style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">KATE Brown Shade Eyes (BR-6)</span></li>
<li><span id="docs-internal-guid-f93a5b9e-bb89-9ae6-a1c3-18bc794b0480" style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">REVLON Matte Balm (225 Sultry) (<a href="http://madokeki.blogspot.com/2014/03/revlon-colorburst-matte-balm-225-sultry.html">Review and swatches here</a>)</span></li>
<li><span id="docs-internal-guid-f93a5b9e-bb89-9ae6-a1c3-18bc794b0480" style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">MAYBELLINE Volum' Express The Magnum Waterproof</span></li>
<li><a href="http://www.adambeauty.com/go_item.php?itemID=ke-mbase&brandID=2048&agentID=2&brandSubID=20486"><span id="docs-internal-guid-f93a5b9e-bb89-9ae6-a1c3-18bc794b0480" style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">KATE Lash Maximizer White</span></a></li>
<li><span id="docs-internal-guid-f93a5b9e-bb89-9ae6-a1c3-18bc794b0480" style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">INNISFREE Auto Eyebrow Pencil (03 Grey)</span></li>
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Compared to my old looks, this look has a lot less products, right? That's mostly because I just started getting back into wearing makeup recently, and I am really cautious this time. I don't want to put on too much just in case it might irritate my skin. So I start with very little products, and slowly add more to it if I want to. Who knows, maybe a few months down the road, the number of products I use will increase exponentially, trying to squeeze every single product from the new releases onto my face all at the same time? Hahaha!<br />
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<img border="0" data-original-height="880" data-original-width="1600" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWA-UTvCY3TyQU1eTxPO3oDIYNMSd_gRRyD3c4hS5FfxhS1qlxmSPJwOGjvvwXFD8Kt8AcPHyhk9OYVhMs2QzfAbSxyWRzFH5ZijEWjWloW4Hsq5qS-6fo-y02s4NO9BEsmHGHp4Vy9MI/s1600/2018_V04_product2.jpg" width="600px" /><br />
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The brushes I used are all from REAL TECHNIQUES (not TRUE TECHNIQUES hahaha). The purple brushes are from their <a href="https://realtechniques.com/starter-set/p/1406">Eye Makeup Starter Kit</a>. Looks like the recently revamped it, kept the brushes the same and changed the case that comes with it (now grey instead of black!).<br />
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<img border="0" data-original-height="900" data-original-width="1600" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvGKLxddaVGAAL6tq1nASaumi7Qh1eOEjbnm70IV8J0x8ZyCFdyzICEfv4eY0i470ZQYtvZ5_TLnZzsZ7gCPB9MbkpfmsN2W6k4RZaftDcH_KgqJ5j44ShRi8fkpLI_EMlf0jE5t1qqtQ/s1600/2018_V04_product3.jpg" width="600px" /><br />
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I've actually been looking at getting a new lash curler, but my old KOJI No.73 is still working fine.. Just need to change the rubber lining every so often because it does break apart, which affects the curl that I can get. Speaking of which, it's time I change to a new rubber lining.<br />
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As for the makeup brush cleaning sponge, I bought the sponge from a store that sells household products, cut it to fit the cute tin case my aunt gave me and it's done. Really handy for cleaning the brushes in between different colours, especially when going from dark to light shades. The excess powder collects at the bottom which I then clean out once in a while. Time to wash the sponge soon, it's getting brown!<br />
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All in all, I am really glad I can do this again. Even though this gratitude is an afterthought, I still want to note it down. It really helps to reflect upon all that have happened in my life and to count my blessings. Even though things aren't exactly at where I want them to be, I'm still rejoicing at how far I've come, and how much improvements I've experienced. I will continue to keep my body, mind, and skin healthy, and hope to bring more videos with you all.<br />
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And now, the video tutorial.<br />
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<iframe allow="autoplay; encrypted-media" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/8Qf16j48EuY?showinfo=0" width="560"></iframe><br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1080457771054409489.post-40265656150663883662018-07-01T17:00:00.000+08:002018-07-01T17:00:12.396+08:00InstaNatural Niacinamide Serum (Review)<img border="0" data-original-height="338" data-original-width="600" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYy0cP08gCKc0WDxx5_6VXd5pj7npjDEuLlm0Z4El1xDy7x2m9OxJo2gK7i3RptdE1S2JMqGSf3IiS-Iq-GvpwhtQT0xOHc3ZIvAGSxbh2ztrDAB554ffesV-oMSU7SWYET7ixQwDeo-o/s1600/instanatural_b3_title.jpg" /><br />
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My encounter with Niacinamide happened by chance. My cousin was telling me about wanting to try a Vitamin B3 serum, I got curious and read the research and <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17147561">journals</a> to see what's good about it.<br />
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Turns out it seems to be really suitable for me as it calms inflammation, redness, and promotes skin barrier function - pretty much what I think I need as I notice my skin being thinner and more sensitive over the years. It <b>turns red very easily</b> from temperature fluctuation, get <b>tiny little bumps </b>that itch if it is irritated, and what I dislike the most - gets <b>blotchy and rashy</b>.<br />
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The serum my cousin got is extremely expensive in my books, about USD35 for 10ml (at 13% concentration). I did some searching on <a href="https://www.iherb.com/pr/InstaNatural-Niacinamide-Vitamin-B3-Serum-Dark-Spot-Serum-2-fl-oz-60-ml/77431?rcode=SUG844">iHerb</a> not having much hopes, but I found something within my price range!!<br />
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<img alt="" border="0" data-original-height="338" data-original-width="600" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmskOnhkESe1ppKeH9vTAxIXvcyUCrQMWAYPwB5AfzKWfTtRw3yfasA5AF2ePM-NJcKyVgsrkLFZg03WUTx2iB0GxgcsVhgtvt7L3_GcnwEIFGsIC77nApBM90-8-wgvypqEoTxUp2Sww/s1600/instanatural_b3_front.jpg" title="instanatural niacinamide B3 serum review" /><br />
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The InstaNatural Niacinamide Serum goes for <a href="http://usd14.03/">USD14.03</a><span id="goog_13178732"></span><a href="https://www.blogger.com/"></a><span id="goog_13178733"></span> for 60ml. It has a concentration of 5%, which is the recommended level for therapeutic effects to take place without causing too much irritation to the skin. Considering my skin is already more vulnerable, I thought a lower concentration works well for me, as 13% is an overkill, and might even cause more harm than good on my skin.<br />
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<img alt="" border="0" data-original-height="338" data-original-width="600" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6TMhodFJaGnaDHm7Nz0dlkcHiTIxH8B0HhjtUy3SQgK1KveQu1N1C2WIpUlBN6o46o3pAUd0DrBpPqsmyrKf1VfPp6dgf4-JT0COdK3ttZ4JkKGycjm8mMYGNhxKU_YQXXd6rqIfZXaQ/s1600/instanatural_b3_caution.jpg" title="instanatural niacinamide B3 serum review" /><br />
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They do have a warning on the side of the bottle that if it causes any irritation, you should stop using it. But did that stop me? Hell no! In fact, the first few days I used it, it stung my face a little bit. That is when I realize it's still too strong for my face - or my face is too fragile for it. Solution? I mixed in 1-2 drops into my facial cream, mix well and applied onto my face. No more issues after that.<br />
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<img alt="" border="0" data-original-height="338" data-original-width="600" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXVMYRbRhgz_awSVnsf4RYnNhIPcEmYBePgEV5293ZHB4YDugbimDd_hCDGeNO3xXcIdyaA1LfuRrwYfzeWBsLi6qxMR7lHyxyHHielh__mab-_InPs8xYdgUDflVmfP0cvh21VDdr9qY/s1600/instanatural_b3_instruction.jpg" title="instanatural niacinamide B3 serum review" /><br />
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There's also suggested directions on the bottle. The gist is to apply it onto clean skin so maximum absorption. The serum actually absorbs pretty damn quickly so you don't have to wait forever before applying your moisturizer. Or you could do it like me, mix it with the moisturizer! Genius! BUT doing that will definitely lower the concentration of the Vitamin B3, so probably don't do it if you can tolerate the 5% concentration, and want results fast.<br />
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<img alt="" border="0" data-original-height="338" data-original-width="600" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVcviOjj5OuFZbPPE5qshsmzrBPI6hRd9G0SQX-qaH4Ez3CklSwTFvmmZmpK6Y1RjZFBq8n2bwIjeGEnGt7HHSboBQwqZZENCb_6gH9fGJUmlw4tRIkQIomavtLmpc1NfE1XSWhKGMCg8/s1600/instanatural_b3_dropper.jpg" title="instanatural niacinamide B3 serum review" /><br />
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The serum itself is whitish in colour. Spreads and absorbs quickly. Yada yada. Nothing special about it's texture, however I'd like to highlight it has a soft lavender scent which I really enjoy. It's very soft and nothing offensive or long lasting.<br />
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Apologies as I do not have before and after photos. I can only tell you over the 2-3 months I've been using it, I noticed a slow but slight improvement in my face. It's less blotchy, less rashy, and less red in general. The good days are longer and bad days relatively shorter. I still have a long way to go though!<br />
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I can't be sure if it's just because of this B3 serum alone, or the combined effects of using the Avene Skin Recovery Cream, but I like it enough to repurchase it because I believe in it. USD14 for 60ml is a very reasonable price and I'd like to keep it in my routine until I find something better.<br />
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Definitely gonna be a repurchase item. Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1080457771054409489.post-59905056285700990412018-05-04T18:00:00.000+08:002018-05-21T14:15:09.155+08:00Now Foods Shea Butter Review<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhc9YsdGOzpfIu-eIrXjqBu5chdyVeLuRnokn0jremNVk08m9nKogyZs-Bjawm61PWOziYF6A7Zpj24eOU8iI_KHgmMpviqCOvD5SS5-t0ZkpfZ9Q1Nv5UDP1ZCvjDeCaYMCupWhg3eEg4/s1600/now_shea_title.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" data-original-height="338" data-original-width="600" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhc9YsdGOzpfIu-eIrXjqBu5chdyVeLuRnokn0jremNVk08m9nKogyZs-Bjawm61PWOziYF6A7Zpj24eOU8iI_KHgmMpviqCOvD5SS5-t0ZkpfZ9Q1Nv5UDP1ZCvjDeCaYMCupWhg3eEg4/s1600/now_shea_title.jpg" /></a><br />
<b>The natural alternative to petroleum jelly, but better.</b><br />
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Where shall I begin to sing praises about Shea butter? I love it, and can't live without it now. Of course, it has its short coming, but I've since learnt how to overcome that.<br />
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I've read so much about the <a href="https://wellnessmama.com/27324/shea-butter-benefits/">benefits of Shea butter</a> on dry skin in the past (pretty much a nutritious skin moisturizer that can help repair skin), and finally got to try it recently as I found an affordable option on iHerb. They have an <a href="https://iherb.co/28RBdGy8">207ml version</a> so that's what I bought to try. I don't know if I'll like it so it's safer to go with the smaller option.<br />
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On the sides of the bottle are description and instructions of the product.<br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPx5P8PEwODdXph7xu0F6_FBEe8fgUT_9tEDGkzSW8J4WMhavoA9uSLk-akxiLPQtWKTHP-zyZ9ngKEqIK6NKztCeuDFtU9EFE4Xt7RmIozVdxldn16GkW13oWk1Ky4OI6cWt-FxY1Dns/s1600/now_shea_1.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img alt="Now Foods Shea Butter Review" border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="600" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPx5P8PEwODdXph7xu0F6_FBEe8fgUT_9tEDGkzSW8J4WMhavoA9uSLk-akxiLPQtWKTHP-zyZ9ngKEqIK6NKztCeuDFtU9EFE4Xt7RmIozVdxldn16GkW13oWk1Ky4OI6cWt-FxY1Dns/s1600/now_shea_1.jpg" title="" /></a><br />
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On the bottle, it reads<br />
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<quote>Condition: Dry or rough skin in need of moisture, especially on tougher areas such as the elbows, knees and feet.<br />
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Suggested Use: Gently apply as desired, paying close attention to dry or rough areas, reapply as needed.</quote></blockquote>
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If you ever used Shea butter before, you'd realize "gently apply" is not really possible. The Shea butter is pretty much multi purpose - it can moisturizing your skin, scalp, and even hair if you want to.<br />
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The whole set of description is also available on its <a href="https://iherb.co/28RBdGy8">iHerb page</a>.<br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_OFe-8zTPWiD6SX5uwfOJLsUb_ixraj2_61shNExr0mYP3auUb38tyT7CBdFHkDE2Z-gxK1kjXFDIYL32Xi6oxWbW5dPfd183iu6DwxGAHQ4U-PqLo0-3QzDDWJIkAKqQo94BBHQYIqA/s1600/now_shea_2.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img alt="Now Foods Shea Butter Review" border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="600" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_OFe-8zTPWiD6SX5uwfOJLsUb_ixraj2_61shNExr0mYP3auUb38tyT7CBdFHkDE2Z-gxK1kjXFDIYL32Xi6oxWbW5dPfd183iu6DwxGAHQ4U-PqLo0-3QzDDWJIkAKqQo94BBHQYIqA/s1600/now_shea_2.jpg" title="" /></a><br />
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Shea butter is a solid at room temperature (30 degrees C in Singapore), but will soften around body temperature. The label also mentions the formation of fat crystals that may change the colour or texture of the product, but it doesn't affect its function. In particularly cold country, it might be useful to warm it slightly till soft to facilitate application of the Shea butter.<br />
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They suggest placing in a pan of warm water, or microwaving to soften the Shea butter. But who has the time for that all day!? I have clever solutions for you later!<br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdl3e2Aeupg9i3dDI6iX_fLbxWueq-sBaj7WvWz7CM54ovGJwNK4nwrxy6NzLHXYjB_iFBcwbrvWhdgf76PaB52Ft-OGvhH-8SnnuKLKYz_ihJ547RUEuIXfxTUhddnjHRbzSmW7VQdI4/s1600/now_shea_3.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img alt="Now Foods Shea Butter Review" border="0" data-original-height="338" data-original-width="600" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdl3e2Aeupg9i3dDI6iX_fLbxWueq-sBaj7WvWz7CM54ovGJwNK4nwrxy6NzLHXYjB_iFBcwbrvWhdgf76PaB52Ft-OGvhH-8SnnuKLKYz_ihJ547RUEuIXfxTUhddnjHRbzSmW7VQdI4/s1600/now_shea_3.jpg" title="" /></a><br />
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Here's an embarrassing photo of my almost finished tub of Shea butter. But this is only proof that I've been using and loving it! On the right is a tiny plastic spatula I use to scrape some products every time I use it. The Shea butter has an off white colour, and no scent at all. I suspect they have removed any odour during the refinement process. On the <a href="https://iherb.co/28RBdGy8">iHerb page</a>, it claims to be hexane free.<br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGCNnLTGMFBEi5ou0siOjnfN4ZOaEKUTkFMF-k3Nle9bzHJw7OVp6NDvRVEVZAOf6YS8qHjN6eKxBjCZ07tgZNBPVrG-2xqKZS7YS_dryCFkjK1H-H6prX7qP7-mnJQwg-2cc7yfQamn8/s1600/now_shea_4.gif" imageanchor="1"><img alt="Now Foods Shea Butter Review" border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="600" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGCNnLTGMFBEi5ou0siOjnfN4ZOaEKUTkFMF-k3Nle9bzHJw7OVp6NDvRVEVZAOf6YS8qHjN6eKxBjCZ07tgZNBPVrG-2xqKZS7YS_dryCFkjK1H-H6prX7qP7-mnJQwg-2cc7yfQamn8/s1600/now_shea_4.gif" title="" /></a><br />
<i>Keep staring and you'll notice it changes!</i><br />
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On my hand, it starts out as a soft butter. Rubbing it and spreading it on my palms feels luxurious - it nourishes my dry skin without any heaviness. You can even observe a slight sheen on my palms, not the overly greasy kind!<br />
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I don't know if it makes any sense to talk about the fatty acid profile of Shea butter. If you're interested in the technical details, I'm sure google can guide you to appropriate websites that can enlighten you. Forgoing all the potential benefits of individual fatty acids, I can vouch for its ability to keep my skin soft all night long. It really locks it in damn well.<br />
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Some people prefer <a href="https://iherb.co/Muk5xd7">raw Shea butter</a>, but I read that refined Shea butter has a longer shelf life and is less prone to oxidation, which is something I've observed as well. Compared to body oils I've used in the past, I notice my clothes doesn't really have that rancid oil smell.Also, since I'm using this mainly to lock in serious moisture, I have no issue using a refined Shea butter.<br />
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Comparing it to Vaseline petroleum jelly, I prefer the Shea butter a lot more because it has equal emollient capabilities, but feels less heavy? I don't feel like it's cloaking my skin. Sometimes my skin feels warm after applying some Vaseline. Also, the Shea butter has more slip to it, allowing it to spread out more thinly.<br />
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Only draw back? It's rock solid consistency especially when the room temperature drops below 20 degrees Celcius. Using a spatula helps for sure, and that is one of the ways I've used to circumvent this problem.<br />
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Introducing the Shea sticks!<br />
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The other solution I've found is to put them into old lip balm tubes. This is the best application method I can currently think of. Instead of scraping the product, all I have to do is to glide the Shea stick onto my skin. Or, I can also choose to swipe it across my finger or palms, smooth it out evenly before gently patting it on my face. The warmth of my palms really helps to soften it further, feeling luxuriously rich.<br />
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Making it is extremely easy, it's just a matter of melting, pouring, and freezing. If you like, you can even add in a few drops of your favourite essential oil!<br />
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As you can see I'm already about to finish this tube of Shea butter. About to clean and refill them (I have more than one sticks so I don't have prepare another batch too frequently). They've become a staple in my skincare routine, and I never leave house without it. I feel safe knowing it's in my bag because I can use it to hide any dry patches that aren't ready to shed just yet. I'm still rather self conscious about my dry skin, so if a small item like this could help, why not?<br />
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Have you tried Shea butter before? What are you thoughts?Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1080457771054409489.post-41250807724382528902018-04-22T12:30:00.000+08:002018-04-22T12:30:21.901+08:00ACURE Moroccan Argan Oil Review<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhw7JKQObyBq70LAPZmLCZnAM1-KB7pAQsiqwjBFW7BBPCcB3yh1vKSzbMx2ZH9u6HpYxV2BxVcwsE0aTiW4JvosTXdlJlBSsm9PbXv-eTWdbz7iOgAnjuzF3q1hcd18pKA7LCIK23N_40/s1600/ACURE_arganrose_title2.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img alt="ACURE Moroccan Argan Oil Review" border="0" data-original-height="338" data-original-width="600" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhw7JKQObyBq70LAPZmLCZnAM1-KB7pAQsiqwjBFW7BBPCcB3yh1vKSzbMx2ZH9u6HpYxV2BxVcwsE0aTiW4JvosTXdlJlBSsm9PbXv-eTWdbz7iOgAnjuzF3q1hcd18pKA7LCIK23N_40/s1600/ACURE_arganrose_title2.jpg" title="" /></a><br />
<b>So thoroughly used I hardly have any left!</b><br />
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This is not my first encounter with Argan oil. After venturing into Rosehip seed oil years ago, I've decided to give Argan oil a try because I read that it's lighter than Rosehip seed oil. This is actually my second bottle of <a href="https://iherb.co/3ei8yY8R">Acure Argan oil</a>!<br />
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Acure has 4 variations - original, rose, citrus, and coconut. This one is rose scented, but do not be fooled - it contains a blend of fragrances such as Orange, Rose Geranium, Lemongrass, and Rose flower oil. In fact, I find the rose scent to be so subtle as it's overpowered by the Orange scent. It still smells nice, it's just NOT the rosy scent I expected. Be warned!<br />
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On the back of the bottle are some instructions:<br />
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<quote>Apply small amont to palm, rub hands together, then apply to desired area. If using in hair, work it through to the ends.</quote></blockquote>
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I think it needs just one more step: to inhale deeply after rubbing hands together to enjoy the scent! <br />
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I really like the glass bottle, as it has a frosted finish. Makes it feel more luxurious? Having tried dropper bottles, I realize i prefer pump bottles more because it reduces the tendency for the oils to oxidize as there is limited contact between the left over oil and air. An older bottle of Rosehip seed oil actually oxidized over time because I don't always close the bottle tightly. My bad I know! It's just less convenient. I've since washed and reused my first bottle of Argan oil (with dish soap) to house some vegetable glycerin now! Complete with a handwritten label :)<br />
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I noticed they have changed the packaging a while ago, so it's no longer a frosted glass bottle :( Perhaps they are worried that this packaging doesn't prevent again UV degradation? <br />
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Also, I like that it has a locking mechanism that prevents accidental pumping action, particularly useful when you're travelling with it. Just twist in the direction as indicated on the top of the pump and you can switch from open to lock easily.<br />
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Even though I really like this packaging, I do have a small complaint about the pump itself - for some reason, there will be oils collecting in the crevices. I've added a small arrow pointing to a thin layer of oil. It's not supposed to be there, I think? I have to remove the top part of the pump and clean it on several occasions. I suspect it malfunctions when I do not do a full pump. Sometimes I only want a small drop of oil so I'd only press the pump half way down.<br />
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The oil has a pale golden tint in the bottle, but appears colourless when it's on my palm. It's very runny, spreads easily between my palms and applies easily. I find that lightly pressing my palms against my face is a pretty good way to apply the oil, instead of rubbing it around. I'd concentrate it around my eyelids, cheeks, and lip area, places that get dry easily. Whatever is left is then pressed onto my forehead, jaw, and neck. I find one pump sufficient for my entire face and neck.<br />
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Typically, I apply this as a last step after my creams and serum. If I were to apply this on its own onto my dry skin, it wouldn't help much. The Acure Argan oil is a wonderful oil, but it is by no means a miracle oil. It has all the moisture sealing properties of other oils, with the exception of its lightness. I do find that it is slightly more lightweight than the Rosehip seed oil.<br />
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In a nutshell, the <a href="https://iherb.co/3ei8yY8R">Acure Argan Oil</a> in Rose scent is a wonderfully lightweight oil to use on pre-moisturized skin. The scent is more citrus than rose, but it doesn't take away from the fact that its has a relaxing scent that can enhance the overall experience. At <a href="https://iherb.co/3ei8yY8R">USD9.34</a> each (it's price actually dropped over the years!), it's an extremely good buy.<br />
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Repurchase? HELL YES. Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1080457771054409489.post-30095324590423711472018-03-15T14:30:00.000+08:002018-03-15T14:30:46.794+08:00La Roche-Posay Lipikar Fluide (Review)<img alt="La roche posay lipikar fluide review" border="0" data-original-height="338" data-original-width="600" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiiDigyD2XbIjaCHUiQiax0PDIH44AhZSZiVQNmYYYbSqV8h2MdDMmctyaIrD1ET_YRfxc5eybn5X0XVHfWtOtm8kHGjkJPtgXJcZDph6qSHq8VVQa2o64r9sexNdpP7A78pkoyCRACdmk/s1600/LRP_LIPIKAR_TITLE.jpg" title="" /><br />
<b>My thoughts after finishing it (it only took a month).</b><br /><br />
I've just finished up this 400ml bottle of lotion, so it's a good time to do a review on it because I really want to cut it up to reach the bits that are still stuck onto the inside walls before I declare it empty so I can throw it away. So frugal.<br />
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The <a href="https://www.laroche-posay.sg/products-treatments/Lipikar/LIPIKAR-Fluide-p23223.aspx">LRP Lipikar Fluide</a> belongs to their Lipikar line, which is formulated for dry skin. I am interested in this line because it contains Vitamin B3 (Niacinamide), which I have recently found to be really awesome for chronically dry skin. Research has shown that it soothes the skin while stimulating the production of ceramides within the skin to strengthen its skin barrier function! Looks like something that will benefit me, right? My skin is so dry and damaged, it feels good scratching almost any part of my body.<br />
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<a href="https://www.guardian.com.sg/lrp-lipikar-fluid-/p/602071">Guardian</a> happened to be running a sale a while back, so instead of S$29.90, I only paid S$24 (for 400ml) after their 20% discount. It's more affordable than the Cetaphil Restoraderm Skin Restoring Moisturizer (S$49.90 for 300ml). Granted, the latter contains ceramides that Lipikar Fluide doesn't. I'll write about that in another entry because I actually DO like the Cetaphil Restoraderm Moisturizer.<br />
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They have another product in the same line, the <a href="https://www.laroche-posay.sg/products-treatments/Lipikar/Lipikar-Baume-AP-p23221.aspx">Lipikar Baume AP+</a>, which seems like an even better option for my eczema, but I could not commit to the price of S$56.90 for 400ml. At that price point, I feel like I need a tester to try out extensively before deciding if I want to drop that much dough on it.<br />
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On the bottle, it reads:<br />
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<b>Indications:</b> Skin sensitivity and dryness in babies, children and adults.<br />
<b>Innovation:</b> A moisturizing formula concentrated in Niacinamide to instantly soothe and protect skin from external aggressors. Within an ultra-light texture to facilitate and speed up daily application. Tested on atopy skin.<br />
<b>Use: </b>Apply 1-2 times a day in light massaging strokes to face and/or body skin pre-cleansed with a gentle soap-free product.</blockquote>
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The ingredients are:<br />
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AQUA / WATER, <br />
GLYCERIN<br />
NIACINAMIDE<br />
DIMETHICONE<br />
PARAFFINUM LIQUIDUM / MINERAL OIL<br />
CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE<br />
BRASSICA CAMPESTRIS OLEIFERA OIL / RAPESEED SEED OIL<br />
DIMETHICONOL<br />
SODIUM HYDROXIDE<br />
AMMONIUM POLYACRYLDIMETHYLTAURAMIDE / AMMONIUM POLYACRYLOYLDIMETHYL TAURATE<br />
DISODIUM EDTA<br />
CAPRYLYL GLYCOL<br />
XANTHAN GUM<br />
ACRYLATES/C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER<br />
BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII BUTTER / SHEA BUTTER<br />
PHENOXYETHANOL</blockquote>
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As you can see, Niacinamide is the 3rd ingredient in the list. I can't find a definitive amount of Niacinamide it contains, but their <a href="http://www.laroche-posay.com/article/4/a10875.aspx">Lipikar Gel-Fluide contains 4%</a>, so I guess that's a good ball park figure to work with.<br />
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Let's move on to the texture and feeling of this product.<br />
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<b>Viscosity: </b>It is very spreadable, so one pump could easily cover both of my arms without much effort. I like that a lot because it reduces the chances of me rubbing it in too hard just to spread it around. The product has quite some slip to it, and I believe it can be attributed to the dimethicone. <br />
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<b>Texture:</b> The product has an almost gel like structure in a sense that it kind of holds a shape after I pumped into onto my palms. However, once you rub it into your palms, it feels watery. It kind of reminds me of the Cetaphil Gentle Cleanser, but a little stiffer.<br />
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<b>Colour: </b>In the photo, it looks opaque white, but it's more like a translucent white colour. It also has no fragrance, but it does have a soft scent. I guess it's just the smell of the ingredients? it is not off putting at all.<br />
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<b>After feeling: </b>As the moisturizer is rather light weight, it absorbs very quickly and doesn't leave me sticky. The downside to that is it is not moisturizing enough for when my skin is extremely dry (the shedding phase).<br />
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<b>Longevity:</b> Depending on the condition of my skin, it can vary from minutes to hours. On a bad day with extremely dry and flaky skin, it keeps it moisturized for 10-15 minutes? On the better parts of my body, my skin feels moisturized for 6-8 hours.<br />
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<b>Usage:</b> I use it once every night after my shower, about 4 pumps for my entire body (1 for my arms, 1 for my torso, 1 for my thighs, and 1 for my calves). It has lasted me about 4 weeks? <br />
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The first time I used this product, I have a lot of broken skin so it stung like a bitch. Over the course of a month, I notice my skin condition did improve in a sense that I have a lot less broken skin. My skin is moisturized and the healthier parts actually stayed moisturized with the help of this cream. I can't attest to the soothing part, because I don't typically use it during an itchy moment. I use this at night after my shower, and I must say, I think it does soothe my skin quite a bit because there will be moments when I caress my skin and it doesn't feel gratifying as though I'm scratching an itch - it just feels normal.<br />
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Will I repurchase this? Probably, if I can get it at the discount price :) Spending S$24 every month for calmer skin is worth it, and something I can afford.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1080457771054409489.post-83779183794901371072018-02-14T20:00:00.000+08:002018-02-14T20:00:03.255+08:00COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence (Review)<img alt="COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence (Review)" border="0" data-original-height="338" data-original-width="600" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWPCIFM97j28Dq3eOdiQgsEE6-G4Ju5WIuQiC1pApYEYftkjmbVqqxy2ANZyxRXZB4kkRoWDB9RB8JTyDcYeLI6-z5lz1oSG1vYz_Ldmd_7FlkuLq5gX2iytc4mndz-S_cjw3wtEAnCjo/s1600/IMG_3079.jpg" title="" /><br />
Why only two weeks? Because sensitive skin.<br />
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This entry is long over due, as I've received this along my other iHerb purchase in November of 2017. iHerb was having a Korean beauty sale, if I remember correct it was a 15% discount, so I got this for SGD17.35 instead of the usual SGD20.41 (it's now a <a href="https://iherb.co/3xTyMjJW">little more expensive</a> at SGD25 .43 though, for reasons unknown to me). It's a good deal!<br />
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I wanted to give this product a try because I read on reddit how it helped soothe redness in other users' skin. I have plenty of redness on my face, in fact, my entire face is red, except my nose. If this could bring down the redness, it'd be worth a try.<br />
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<img alt="COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence (Review)" border="0" data-original-height="338" data-original-width="600" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9u0J_U_nTL0Kc5WsdyWQ7IxhXI6nBxcVjnILyPPD_kOZVjBrWUmIY2eBdp4Dni0dE4aFDzJoDkKttYjYnUOQHgMi6WGwO3JLjEmtMIGAmWNvrSKhssDYJUJEA3yZe4I4uoh_r3LvSxh8/s1600/IMG_3080.jpg" title="" /><br /><br />This snail mucin essence comes in a plastic pump bottle, very much different from the <a href="https://iherb.co/262pHh27">Mizon AIO Snail Repair Cream</a>, which comes in a glass container. Price wise, after the discount, the COSRX is a little more affordable ($17+ vs $21+). Also, pump bottles are slightly more hygienic as there is no direct contact with the product within the bottle.<br />
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<img alt="COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence (Review)" border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="600" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg65XvsgzGyWf4ncaIc-vJeBWdpi9DUapDmJbJZH34Pb03JH2JAtDpmwy7zhXRtSkkRDffjsaKRojz9WCWrrxAO6maT7ww8wQt8E9smZ14B9PzCNq6KZZSZmfV9KVAARVd0JmyFauOet18/s1600/IMG_3904.jpg" title="" /><br /><br />The official description of the product:<br />
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Formulated with 96% Snail Secretion Filtrate (Mucin), this essence
protects the skin from moisture loss while keeping the skin texture
smooth and healthy.</blockquote>
Compared to Mizon AIO which has 92% mucin, the COSRX contains a little bit more of that slimy goodness. Also, it contains lesser ingredients, which I thought would be a plus for my sensitive skin.<br />
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<img alt="COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence (Review)" border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="600" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqieiw7Iz9P_-f68EYBpf0pJ4JYtP6pzZSKeiukG_D99Y-8V-hj_vRpav1HN-Az0TOZwsfwOLVpCOlGrZdJ8XO8OhMVywUUFwDVMdFWTxJwmvI6g1OHEEkrg4qSWRECeF0mdECGWot-bM/s1600/IMG_3905.jpg" title="" /><br /><br />The pump is easy to use, but deposits a little too little product in one pump. Is it because I have a big face, that's why I require more product?<br />
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<img alt="COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence (Review)" border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="600" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYwvnZQT7YQStCeLR2q_aeBGj1dhhle4p_2AJrw_MHOD-4IVlTtTpI16p5ndByS6WbZtqEXvglwyOaitcXVDX32wo8tHYFkeoFGAFRXGXtIVVJZUMuVVzhOMZmeW40n6gLwGsgozXAs0g/s1600/IMG_3906.jpg" title="" /><br /><br />On the bottle, there's only Korean description. For English description, refer to the outer packaging (which I've thrown out before taking a photo).<br />
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<img alt="COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence (Review)" border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="600" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixhLER1Y9C7n-GJA4_44lRLxTq8gJQagoAatpd83Y7iHqNlwJSUaf1IXpQcS1EhVomme-PbUpZZmprNBV79pHDtI9QuwXz3x0l9KuCKoPS_3Wi8ygw4kvUSd05UzLzNs2R5f93csRV-h0/s1600/IMG_3903.jpg" title="" /><br />
<br />This is how much one pump gives me. One tiny splooch. I need 2 pumps to comfortably cover my entire face and neck. It has a watery consistency, yet still a little viscous and slimy. I feel this is more slimy than Mizon's AIO. Then again, the COSRX is a in liquid form, while the AIO is in a gel form.<br />
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It spreads very easily and is absorbed almost instantly. It has no emollients as far as I can feel, because if i do not top up my normal face cream quick enough, my skin feels tight and taut again. Although it has sodium hyaluronate in the formula, that stuff alone is insufficient for my parched skin.<br />
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The COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence does an amazing job at giving my skin a surge of moisture, but doesn't nothing to keep it that way. With that said, it's meant as an essence that boosts the hydration of your skin when coupled with your other face creams. <br />
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I've only tried it for 2 weeks because it started stinging my face. What I did not know is that whenever I clean my face in the shower, I create a lot of micro abrasions that I can't see with my eyes (I have a lot of dry flakes that I try to exfoliate while in the shower). While the product felt great on my skin the first week, it slowly began to sting starting from the second week.<br />
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:( This is a no for my sensitive skin. I have no idea what's going on with my face right now. I can only describe it as dry, red, and flaky. I do not have any before and after images, but if there were, it'd look a bit better at the end of the first week, then a little worse at the end of the 2nd week because it stung my face.<br />
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On the <a href="https://iherb.co/3xTyMjJW">iHerb page</a>, there is a list of warnings, one of which states<br />
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Do not use on damaged or broken skin</blockquote>
So.. That's me! I've since passed this on to my brother since he has dry skin, but his skin ain't broken like mine! But he didn't use it consistently enough for me to tell you it made a huge improvement to his dry and oily skin.<br />
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Should you try this? If you have pretty normal skin that needs a little boost of moisture, have tried other snail products before and like its effects, and if iHerb is running another promotion on Korean beauty, then yes you should! Otherwise, maybe you could skip this. No one really needs a 10 step skin care routine, for reals. Unless you have too much time on your hand, or too much money to spend?<br />
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<b><i>Unrelated Note</i></b><br />
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<i>Thanks for staying with me after almost 2 months of inactivity on this blog. I went back to HK in December to visit my family, I did not bring my laptop back consciously because I just wanted to have something like a digital detox. After I got back, I was busy with other stuff. Plus, I haven't been using much new stuff in my skin care so I have nothing to talk about. </i><br />
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<i>Also, photobucket (the photo hosting service I've been using forever) recently axed their old paid plans, so I'm left stranded in an awkward situation where if I do not pay their new plan price (USD599 a year), I can no longer host my images using photobucket. This just paralyzed me because it's like being held hostage. All of the past entries are built from photos hosted on photobucket. Heck, even parts of my blog skin are kept visible because I hosted on photobucket. Till now, I still do not dare to take a look at the plight of my blog. I would hate to see all the photos unavailable. I hate knowing it will take a tremendous amount of work to relocate all my photos, and then to relink every single one of them. FML. I'm just paralyzed by the amount of work it'd take to fix this silly issue, and I have yet to think of a better idea yet. So, in the mean time I'll just look forward and make sure I host my new images elsewhere. I don't even make 599 a year from the ads displayed on my blog, and to pay such a huge amount for a hobby blog just doesn't make sense to me. </i><br />
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<i>With that out of the way, I have been trying new skin care products for the past 2 months and I think I have something to write about soon! </i><br />
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<i>Once again, thank you so much for reading.</i><br />
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<i>Karman. </i>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1080457771054409489.post-66254321757877912222017-11-28T20:00:00.000+08:002017-11-28T20:00:25.073+08:00Etude House Be My Universe Collection<img alt="Etude House Be My Universe" border="0" data-original-height="338" data-original-width="600" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvG0ZWjKVFOEoJ6wlGANl0plJkO4wYVohbQ787HN4gAZAVagcGEz2eWpyhzUegxwOkTkLHroLar5BrTR9EOplFS1WhYfC1vcZGmWtuitZUSwULhgc5UTLe4qtMVwd05me-YntJzvUUZJs/s1600/ETUDEHOUSE_bemyuniverse_title.jpg" title="" /><br />
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Etude House released a new collection at the start of November, it's theme - The mysterious Universe.<br />
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I'm so late to the party! I'll elaborate a little at the end of the post. <br />
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<img alt="Etude House Be My Universe" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/ETUDEHOUSE_bemyuniverse_collection.jpg" title="" /><br />
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This collection is small, but varied. I think variety always gives an illusion of making things seem more interesting than it actually is. <br />
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Let's take a look, if you haven't already!<br />
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<img alt="etude house UNIVERSE MULTI PALETTE" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/ETUDEHOUSE_universemultipalette_product.jpg" title="" /><br />
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<b>UNIVERSE MULTI PALETTE | <a href="http://www.etudehouse.com/int/en/index.php/universe-multi-palette.html">US$ 24.70</a></b></div>
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An eyes and cheeks palette containing 7 colours: 6 eye shadows (1g each), and 1 blusher/highlighter (1.8g).<br />
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<img alt="etude house UNIVERSE MULTI PALETTE swatches" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/ETUDEHOUSE_universemultipalette_swatch.jpg" title="" /><br />
I love their creative swatching techniques! All of the different shades at a glance.<br />
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There are 2 palettes in this collection.<br />
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<img alt="etude house UNIVERSE MULTI PALETTE 01 pink galaxy swatches" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/ETUDEHOUSE_universemultipalette_swatch1a.jpg" title="" /><br />
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<b>#01 PINK GALAXY</b><br />
Reminiscent of the glittering galaxy, this palette has a variety of soft shades, pinkish toned point colours, and sparkling glitter. I believe the swatches are done in an anticlockwise spiral, starting from the blusher shade (the biggest pan), ending with the pan in the center.<br />
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<a href="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/ETUDEHOUSE_universemultipalette_swatch1b.jpg"><img alt="etude house UNIVERSE MULTI PALETTE 01 pink galaxy swatches" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/ETUDEHOUSE_universemultipalette_swatch1b.jpg" title="" width="600px" /><br />
Click to enlarge!</a></div>
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<img alt="etude house UNIVERSE MULTI PALETTE 02 gold galaxy swatches" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/ETUDEHOUSE_universemultipalette_swatch2a.jpg" title="" /><br />
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<b>#02 GOLDEN GALAXY</b><br />
A gold shift of the previous palette now gives us the same glittery shimmery splendid, but in gold tones instead of pink. <br />
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<a href="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/ETUDEHOUSE_universemultipalette_swatch2b.jpg"><img alt="etude house UNIVERSE MULTI PALETTE 02 gold galaxy swatches" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/ETUDEHOUSE_universemultipalette_swatch2b.jpg" title="" width="600px" /></a><br />
<a href="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/ETUDEHOUSE_universemultipalette_swatch2b.jpg">Click to enlarge!</a></div>
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<img alt="etude house UNIVERSE GLITTER PIGMENT" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/ETUDEHOUSE_universeglitterpigment_product.jpg" title="" /><br />
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<b>UNIVERSE GLITTER PIGMENT | <a href="http://www.etudehouse.com/int/en/index.php/universe-gliter-pigment.html">US$ 11.05</a></b></div>
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Made to look like a glittery firework spewed by a spaceship rocket, the oil binder gives you a high shine finish. The bullet shaped rubber tip reduces glittery fall out so you can use this without worrying it'll ruin the rest of your makeup!<br />
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<img alt="etude house UNIVERSE GLITTER PIGMENT swatches" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/ETUDEHOUSE_universeglitterpigment_swatch1.jpg" title="" /><br />
At a glance.<br />
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Available in 3 shades.<br />
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<a href="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/ETUDEHOUSE_universeglitterpigment_swatch2.jpg"><img alt="etude house UNIVERSE GLITTER PIGMENT swatches" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/ETUDEHOUSE_universeglitterpigment_swatch2.jpg" title="" width="600px" /><br />
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PP501 Broken Rocket Flash is a pinkish purple colour, just like the glare of the center of the universe.<br />
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BK801 Starlight Dust of the Universe is a gold black colour, just like the revealing sparkling presence in the dark space.<br />
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PK002 Rocket Firework is a rose gold colour, created in the image of a charming space goddess.<br />
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<img alt="etude house UNIVERSE LASH PERM CURL FIX MASCARA " src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/ETUDEHOUSE_universecurlfix_product.jpg" title="" /><br />
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<b>UNIVERSE LASH PERM CURL FIX MASCARA | <a href="http://www.etudehouse.com/int/en/index.php/universe-lash-perm-curl-fix-mascara.html">US$ 15.60</a></b></div>
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The classic Lash Perm Curl Fix Mascara gets a small face lift with this Be My Universe collection. If you look really closely, then handle now has some metallic dust that looks like what I think star dust would look like. The formula is still the same, it gives you 24 hour curls that is water, sweat, and sebum resistant! The special C-curve brush will pull up your lashes to create clump-free curled lashes.<br />
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<a href="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/ETUDEHOUSE_universecurlfix_swatch.jpg"><img alt="etude house UNIVERSE LASH PERM CURL FIX MASCARA swatches" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/ETUDEHOUSE_universecurlfix_swatch.jpg" title="" width="600px" /><br />
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Available in 2 shades.<br />
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<img alt="etude house UNIVERSE DEAR MY TINT & GLOSS TINTING LIPSTICK" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/ETUDEHOUSE_tintinglipstick_product.jpg" title="" /><br />
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<b>UNIVERSE DEAR MY TINT & GLOSS TINTING LIPSTICK | <a href="http://www.etudehouse.com/int/en/index.php/universe-dear-my-glass-matte-tinting-lips-talk.html">US$ 10.40</a></b></div>
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A small addition to their existing Dear my tint & gloss tinting lipstick (lipstick case sold separately), both the matte and glossy lipsticks glides on smoothly. The matte lipsticks delivers sharp and vibrant colours.<br />
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<img alt="etude house UNIVERSE DEAR MY TINT & GLOSS TINTING LIPSTICK swatches" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/ETUDEHOUSE_tintinglipstick_swatch.jpg" title="" /><br />
Again with the creative swatching! Lovely! Maximum effort!<br />
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Available in 5 different shades, of which 3 are limited colours. <br />
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<a href="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/ETUDEHOUSE_tintinglipstick_swatch1.jpg"><img alt="etude house UNIVERSE DEAR MY TINT & GLOSS TINTING LIPSTICK swatches" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/ETUDEHOUSE_tintinglipstick_swatch1.jpg" title="" width="600px" /><br />
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The glossy shades seem to work well as top coats!<br />
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<a href="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/ETUDEHOUSE_tintinglipstick_swatch2.jpg"><img alt="etude house UNIVERSE DEAR MY TINT & GLOSS TINTING LIPSTICK swatches" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/ETUDEHOUSE_tintinglipstick_swatch2.jpg" title="" width="600px" /><br />
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<img alt="etude house UNIVERSE DEAR MY LIPS TALK CASE" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/ETUDEHOUSE_tintinglipstickcase_product.jpg" title="" /><br />
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<b>UNIVERSE DEAR MY LIPS TALK CASE | <a href="http://www.etudehouse.com/int/en/index.php/universe-dear-my-lips-talk-case.html">US$ 5.20</a></b></div>
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5 new limited edition lipstick cases for this festive season! These are extra sparkly and glittery. Holographic is trending now I suppose (wait a minute.. this is old news isn't it?).<br />
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<img alt="etude house GLOW ON OIL VOLUME BASE (UNIVERSE SPECIAL EDITION)" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/ETUDEHOUSE_glowon_product.jpg" title="" /><br />
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<b>GLOW ON OIL VOLUME BASE (UNIVERSE SPECIAL EDITION) | <a href="http://www.etudehouse.com/int/en/index.php/glow-on-base-oil-volume-universe-special-edition.html">US$ 20.80</a></b></div>
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Formulated with luminous oil and water, this base hydrates your skin and imparts a shiny finish. The gold ingredients and ruby powder creates a luxuriously radiant skin with its subtle red capsules. Using a thin layer of this glow up base before makeup helps increase the longevity of the make-up, with the added bonus of a gentle glow.<br />
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While it sounds extremely lovely, due to its potentially sticky nature, use only if you're in a very dry country like Korea. The bottle contains 30ml of product.<br />
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<img alt="etude house COLOURFUL SCENT PERFUMED HAND CREAM UNIVERSE TRIO" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/ETUDEHOUSE_handcream_product.jpg" title="" /><br />
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<b>COLOURFUL SCENT PERFUMED HAND CREAM UNIVERSE TRIO | <a href="http://www.etudehouse.com/int/en/index.php/colorful-scent-perfumed-hand-cream-universe-3pcs-set.html">US$ 19.50</a></b></div>
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This set of scented hand cream is made up of 3 different scents, each with its own unique personality.<br />
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<img alt="etude house COLOURFUL SCENT PERFUMED HAND CREAM UNIVERSE TRIO scents" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/ETUDEHOUSE_handcream_scent.jpg" title="" /><br />
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Each tube contains 50ml of hand cream.<br />
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<img alt="etude house COLOURFUL SCENT EAU DE PARFUM SPECIAL SCENT (BE MY UNIVERSE)" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/ETUDEHOUSE_bemyuniverse_perfume.jpg" title="" /><br />
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<b>COLOURFUL SCENT EAU DE PARFUM SPECIAL SCENT (BE MY UNIVERSE) | 23000 WON</b></div>
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Inspired by the mysterious universe, this is Etude House's take on what it will feel like to fall into outer space - a charming and alluring scent. The blend of Neroli and Musk creates a charming harmony that warms and softly envelop the entire body.<br />
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<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/ETUDEHOUSE_bemyuniverse_perfume_scent.jpg" /><br />
A look at its different notes.<br />
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This set contains a perfume spray (50m) and a roll on (7ml). How convenient! On a side note, the perfume isn't available on the International site.<br />
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<img alt="etude house UNIVERSE BRUSH TRIO SET" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/ETUDEHOUSE_universebrush_product.jpg" title="" /><br />
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<b>UNIVERSE BRUSH TRIO SET | <a href="http://www.etudehouse.com/int/en/index.php/universe-brush-3pcs-set.html">USD 29.90</a></b></div>
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The limited edition brush set and pouch is inspired by the emotions of the universe, with its glittery pouch and pastel coloured brushes.<br />
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<img alt="etude house UNIVERSE BRUSH TRIO SET" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/ETUDEHOUSE_universebrush_product2.jpg" title="" /><br />
The pouch allows you to carry a variety of makeup products within, including the 3 brushes that make it easy to apply your eyes makeup, contouring, and blusher/highlighter.<br />
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<img alt="etude house UNIVERSE BRUSH TRIO SET" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/ETUDEHOUSE_universebrush_product3.jpg" title="" /><br />
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Etude House is running a launching promotion now, where everything is 20% off! Prices shown above are before discount.<br />
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<a href="http://www.etudehouse.com/int/en/index.php/20171106_be_my_universe_collection_event1"><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/ETUDEHOUSE_bemyuniverse_promotion.jpg" /></a><br />
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<a href="http://www.etudehouse.com/int/en/index.php/20171106_be_my_universe_collection_event1">The International site</a> says the promotional period is from 6 November to 23 November, but it's still showing discounted prices now. If you're in Korea, lucky you because the promotion runs till 27 December!<br />
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<b>Ending Note:</b><br />
I actually quite like this small collection. Even though I may sound like I'm underwhelmed, it's actually quite the opposite! I am surprised how big this collection feels despite the small number of items!<br />
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Now, the eye shadow and cheek palette looks like a really convenient product, and might benefit those who don't already have massive amounts of separate eye shadow palette and blushers. But who're we kidding? If you're reading this entry, you probably are a makeup addict :P I think what might be better is if it allows you to change up that blusher shade with other blush pans. The current selection is just too narrow, don't you think? You either get a blush or a highlighter. Granted, you could use one of the shimmery/metallic eye shadows as a highlighter, but then again, you do kinda need that huge of a surface area to coat your blush brush to make sure you get a diffused and blended look.<br />
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The glossy lipsticks was a pleasant surprise too. I've seen topcoats similar to the 2 above released by mostly western brands. Seeing Etude House take the lead in the Asian market is rather nice. Now these can transform any existing lipstick you have, that's quite exciting isn't it?<br />
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Also excited about the glow on volume base, something I would love to use but probably won't because Singapore's climate is too humid for one to wear that base comfortably. The only shiny skin you get here is because you're sweating a lot, and your oils and sebum gets secreted due to the warmer weather.<br />
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That's all I have to say about this collection!<br />
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As for my extremely lateness to this entry, I feel like I'm in some sort of a ditch lately. I don't really feel like doing anything more than status quo, so blogging just went to the very back of my mind when I'm in such a state. Hoping that this storm passes soon so I can find that vitality back. If you're still reading on, thank you for your concern! Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1080457771054409489.post-5677509598840201222017-10-04T17:00:00.000+08:002017-10-04T17:00:04.067+08:00Etude House Prism In Eyes (New Eyeshadow)<img alt="etude house prism in eyes" border="0" data-original-height="338" data-original-width="600" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1iH2aWMtUPDf5xcWyO2eoH_Tx1ZLPwN6DA_Oj22mWqHIsmvid7AMcILDSsGg9H_ZlLQarvCfzu7muWSFmA1yOH2NVxTf3akcj-HFzgfiy7FzyHa-tNQMZw2gFRfhG89NAFDuGFTgEkI0/s1600/etudehouse_PIE_title.jpg" title="" /><br />
New eyeshadow but not really?<br />
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Etude House is introducing a new line of eyeshadows - aptly named the Prism In Eyes. They are designed to sparkle in a wide range of enchanting colours hidden in light. Get ready for fascinating glimmer and vivid colours.<br />
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This type of cream to powder, high intensity metallic eyeshadow isn't exactly new - Kiko released their Water Eyeshadow years ago. Catrice had the Liquid Metal Eyeshadow a few years back too. I'm sure there are other products just like these, but those 2 are what I heard of.<br />
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<img alt="etude house prism in eyes" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/etudehouse_PIE_product.jpg" title="" width="600px" /><br />
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<b>ETUDE HOUSE | PRISM IN EYES | 1.8G | 9800 WON</b></div>
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It's not available on their <a href="http://www.etudehouse.com/int/en/index.php">global site</a> yet, so here are some details about the eyeshadow, translated from the official website:<br />
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<li>Prism colour captures light from all angles with its glitter and colour pigments.</li>
<li>The innovative Prisma Shine texture reproduces colour and shimmer gorgeously.</li>
<li>The HD finish makes the eyeshadow glide on smoothly, adhering tightly to your skin to give you long lasting wear.</li>
<li>Prisma Shine has a special texture thanks to its manufacturing process. Unlike powder eyeshadows which are pressed dry, the Prisma Shine starts off as a moist gel dough. Powder, colour pigments, and pearl pigments are then added into the mix. It's then poured into molds, and left to set in a warm chamber.</li>
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Here are the swatches! <br />
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<img alt="etude house prism in eyes swatch " src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/etudehouse_PIE_Swatch0.jpg" title="" /><br />
An overview of all 15 shades. Coded them for easy reference.<br />
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The colour selection consists of browns and pinks. Most of them are either yellowish or reddish, with the exception of PP502, which appears a little less yellow compared to the rest. Boy, are those pinkish/reddish shades lovely. URGH!!! (that's the sound of me trying to stop myself from buying beautiful but unnecessary things)<br />
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Click to enlarge!</a><br />
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Click to enlarge!</a><br />
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From the official swatches, the product appears to apply thinly and evenly. Most of them have a pearly sheen to it instead of a frosty/metallic finish (save for BR406, crystal sugar). The pigmentation is that but not that outstanding, to be honest. The promo pictures got my expectations too high - I was expecting more shimmer and metallics.<br />
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What can I say? To each their own! Some people like subtle sheen like that. I think the only reason why one person who already has a lot of eyeshadows would want to buy this is if they want to be able to quickly apply eyeshadows with their finger evenly. A creamy product has that advantage over powder eyeshadows.<br />
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The eyeshadow can be applied with fingers, or with an eyeshadow brush. Nothing else is mentioned about using it wet or dry, so I think it's really up to you to explore how you want to play around with the product. If it's anything like the <a href="https://www.google.com.sg/search?q=kiko+water+eyeshadow+swatches&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwjZ3sGkitbWAhWKPY8KHaZ2BD4Q_AUICigB&biw=1920&bih=971">Kiko Water Eyeshadow</a>, then do expect amazing colour payoff when used wet. In fact, I think the pearly sheen of the Prism In Eyes will complement the frosty/metallic finish of the Water Eyeshadow!<br />
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Also comes with a case where you can store trios.<br />
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<img alt="etude house prism in eyes palette" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/etudehouse_PIE_productcase.jpg" title="" /><br />This entry is clearly a case of "I got sucked into the beautiful reddish shades".<br /><br />
I'll update the links once it's available on the global site! Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1080457771054409489.post-69575971484363163782017-08-26T18:00:00.000+08:002017-08-26T18:00:05.870+08:00New Etude House Play Color Eyes<img alt="etude house play color eyes wine party" border="0" data-original-height="338" data-original-width="600" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhKUYSLvBi1kraDJiWEgOjtxHn1vNPfDKDhmazdwB3Vn15hK_fVP3ZC2RudLBKnq0fGkkKbJLPDNJDomZP-3Ua4Gu7LRROLXofJA5MKmPgCA5uS30255iSqnZ268xkJMfnNkzQ_vWViEQ/s1600/etudehouse_colourplay_wine_title.jpg" title="" /><br />
<b>You know what time it is when you see wine shades.</b><br />
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It's fall, and wine/burgundy shades are in trend again! Etude House recently released an eyeshadow palette that satisfies that need for even more wine coloured eye shadows.<br />
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They're currently having an 30% off online promotion (from 16 August to 31 August). Instead of the usual price of US$26.40, you can get it for US$19.80 now! <a href="http://www.etudehouse.com/int/en/index.php/play-color-eyes-wine-party.html">Click here</a> to get it from their online store! I am aware I should have posted this 10 days ago.. Anyway, let's take a look at the palette.<br />
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<img alt="etude house play color eyes wine party" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/etudehouse_colourplay_wine.jpg" title="" /><br />
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<b>PLAY COLOR EYES WINE PARTY | <a href="http://www.etudehouse.com/int/en/index.php/play-color-eyes-wine-party.html">US$26.40</a></b></div>
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The palette consist of 10 shades<b>:</b> 4 existing shades from their Look At My Eyes series, and 6 brand new shades. There is a good mix of matte, satin, and shimmer.<br />
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Names of individual shades. Click to enlarge!</a></div>
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At a glance, you can see this palette is reddish toned (Duh! It's called Wine Party for a reason!). The browns also have a slight reddish hue to it, as opposed to a more yellowish brown. In between we have 3 reddish shades. At the bottom we have a purple shade. In the midst of the darker shades we have 2 golden sparkly shades.<br />
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Here they are swatched on the eye individually. <br />
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Click to enlarge!</a></div>
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I put together the swatches and the palette into one single image. Perhaps this is easier to compare the shades' intensity as compared to what you see in the palette. <br /><br />Etude House's formula has always been smooth (based on my limited experience with a few of their <a href="http://madokeki.blogspot.com/2014/08/etude-house-look-at-my-eyes-look-at-my.html">Look At My Eyes single eye shadows</a>), but you can see from this official swatch that they tend to be on the sheerer side. The colour looks even, so that's a plus. I actually quite like that they apply sheer, because it makes it easier to create the soft edges that should blend seamlessly into the rest of your skin. <br />
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If you want really intense colour out of this palette, you could either use a eye primer before hand, or try using a damp brush so it picks up more pigments? Layering should help too!<br />
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I notice that the shimmer in the "not-matte" shades are rather refined. Instead of having chunky glitter or a strong frosty sheen (which sometimes looks metallic), it looks as if it's a very thin veil of golden silk - spun by the mythical gold silkworm - layered over the colours. Some people like it subtle, and maybe I'm one of them! This is the kind of shimmer that gives off a faux glossy effect, without having to smear clear lip gloss over your eyes for that wet look. It also adds a lot of dimension naturally, accentuating the natural contours of your eyes (as opposed to using a matte white shade to make certain parts of your eyes stand out).<br />
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<b><i>Ending Note</i></b><br />
This looks like a pretty great palette. If I can wear makeup right now, and if I don't already have so many eyeshadow palettes, I might get my hands on this. I don't know what's up with me, suddenly I'm really into the subtle sparkles.<br />
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Given that it's currently on offer till 31st August, it's quite a <a href="http://www.etudehouse.com/int/en/index.php/play-color-eyes-wine-party.html">good deal at US$19.80</a>.<br />
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<i>Image credits: <a href="http://www.etudehouse.com/int/en/index.php/play-color-eyes-wine-party.html">Etude House</a></i>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1080457771054409489.post-39990570213236714312017-08-08T18:00:00.000+08:002017-08-08T18:00:04.467+08:00KATE 2017 F/W New Products<img alt="KATE 2017 F/W New Products" border="0" data-original-height="338" data-original-width="600" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicYQLOSZ21E1qDEtkbSA4uyVV5SFyEOqMer6FLfR-H9RY8hfY3TwaCBBpBKyPZdepTJU5rqC2OiG1mKPvyOFTJfdFFI_3RndG-mgZ1Kd_MgebUquLEDccaxBA8DSP34Q_1Csm9RpMdoIc/s1600/kate_2017aw_title.jpg" title="" /><br />
<b>A tonne of new products from Kate this fall!</b><br />
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I've been entertaining my family the past week, then spending another week to recover from the loss of sleep. After not checking beauty news for a while, imagine how overwhelmed I am when I saw SO MANY new products being released by Kate!<br />
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I counted 15 new products, not including the different colour variations. Some of them are completely new, some are additional colours, while some are reformulation of existing product lines (but given a new name, so technically new, but theoretically not). If you think about it, nothing is really new anymore, as that would require a brand new innovation that has never been seen before. So, let's just take the word "new" at face value. <br />
<img alt="kate 2017 BROWN SHADE EYES N " src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/kate_brownshadeeyesN.jpg" title="" /><br />
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<b>1. BROWN SHADE EYES N | 1200 YEN</b></div>
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With the addition of a "Bronzer" shade, the new Brown Shade Eyes N sets itself apart from the original Brown Shade Eyes that comes without the extra pearly shade. The Bronzer shade is supposed to add more dimension to the eyes when used in harmony with the fake shade powder to create a strong contrast between light and shadow.<br />
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It comes in 6 colour variations.<br />
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<a href="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/kate_brownshadeeyesN_swatches.jpg"><img alt="kate BROWN SHADE EYES N swatches" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/kate_brownshadeeyesN_swatches.jpg" title="" width="600px" /></a><a href="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/kate_brownshadeeyesN_swatches.jpg"><br />
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<img alt="kate smooth eyeliner pencil bk" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/kate_2017aw_smootheyelinerpencil.jpg" title="" /><br />
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<b>2. SMOOTH EYELINER PENCIL | 800 YEN</b></div>
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With its new and improved formula, this eyeliner pencil is smoother than ever! <br />
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Available in 1 shade:<br />
BK (Soft black)<br />
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<img alt="kate soft black liner bk" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/kate_2017aw_softblackliner.jpg" title="" /><br />
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<b>3. SOFT BLACK LINER | 800 YEN</b></div>
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A new natural black eyeliner that is super sharp and long wearing, yet it can be easily removed by warm water.<br />
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Available in 1 shade:<br />
BK (Soft black)<br />
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<img alt="kate secret skin cc base zero ex-2" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/kate_2017aw_secretskincc.jpg" title="" /><br />
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<b>4. SECRET SKIN CC BASE ZERO SPF30 PA++ | 1000 YEN</b></div>
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This new shade EX-2 is a light green that can colour correct any redness to create a more even out skin tone that looks brighter. The product also covers pores, smooths your skin, and enhances your original skin tone with the addition of "Beauty Up Pearl" ingredient.<br />
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Available in 2 shades:<br />
EX-1 (Pink Beige)<br />
EX-2 (Light Green) <br />
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<img alt="kate water in oil bb swatches" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/kate_2017aw_waterinoilbb.jpg" title="" /><br />
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<b>5. WATER IN OIL BB SPF 20 PA++| 1400 YEN</b></div>
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A BB cream that covers, primes, moisturizes, protects you from UV rays, it seeks to minimize your foundation routine into a one step process. Its lightweight formula is designed to smooth out pores, leaving you with glowy and healthy looking skin.<br />
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Available in 3 shades:<br />
01 BRIGHT<br />
02 NATURAL<br />
04 DARK<br />
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<img alt="kate stick concealer a" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/kate_2017aw_stickconcealer.jpg" title="" /><br />
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<b>6. STICK CONCEALER A | 800 YEN</b></div>
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A concealer formulated to cover acne marks, spots, and freckles.<br />
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Available in 2 shades:<br />
LIGHT BEIGE<br />
NATURAL BEIGE<br />
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<img alt="kate face powder A" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/kate_2017aw_facepowder.jpg" title="" /><br />
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<b>7. FACE POWDER A | 1200 YEN</b></div>
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This loose powder creates smooth porcelain-like skin. Comes with puff.<br />
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Available in 2 variations:<br />
NATURAL TYPE<br />
GLOW TYPE<br />
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<img alt="kate slim create powder N" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/kate_2017aw_slimcreatepowderjpg.jpg" title="" /><br />
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<b>8. SLIM CREATE POWDER N | 1300 YEN</b></div>
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A shading and highlighting combo for contouring purposes. <br />
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Available in 2 shades:<br />
01 NATURAL TYPE<br />
02 GLOW TYPE <br />
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<img alt="kate 3d contrasting cheeks" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/kate_2017aw_3dcheeks.jpg" title="" /><br />
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<b>9. 3D CONTRASTING CHEEKS | 1500 YEN</b></div>
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A glossy highlighter combined with a pigmented blush, allowing you to easily create sharp cheek bones and lift your face. Comes with a 2 way brush that can be transformed from a small condensed brush to a wider brush.<br />
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Available in 4 shades.<br />
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<img alt="kate 3d parts design" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/kate_2017aw_3dpartdesign.jpg" title="" /><br />
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<b>10. 3D PART DESIGN | 1200 YEN</b></div>
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A highlight and contour combo, this is a convenient and easy to use product that allows you to sculpt your features to get more definition. The sponge tip applicator dips into the highlight/shading powder that is within the cap, making it travel friendly.<br />
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Available in 2 shades:<br />
EX-1 (PINK WHITE + DARK BEIGE, natural type)<br />
EX-2 (GOLD BEIGE + DEEP BROWN, deep type)<br />
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<img alt="kate cc lip cream N" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/kate_2017aw_cclipcream.jpg" title="" /><br />
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<b>11. CC LIP CREAM N | 400 YEN</b></div>
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A clear lip cream that moisturizes and also add a tinge of colour. It also colour corrects, acts as a gloss, can be used as a lipstick base, and provides UV protection (SPF 8 PA+)<br />
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Available in 3 shades:<br />
01 BEAT RED<br />
04 ORANGE BURST<br />
07 GRACE PINK<br />
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<b>12. CC LIP CREAM N (TINT) | 400 YEN</b></div>
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A lip balm that changes from light pink to dark pink once you apply it onto your lips. Also has the same capabilities as the lip cream above.<br />
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Available in 1 shade:<br />
06 MODE PINK<br />
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<b>13. CC LIP OIL | 920 YEN</b></div>
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A new product never seen before, the CC Lip Oil is a coloured lip oil that moisturizes, colour-corrects, plumps, acts as a lip gloss, and can also be used as a lipstick base. 5 in 1!<br />
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Available in 3 shades:<br />
01 RED SPICE<br />
02 TRANS PINK<br />
03 SHEER YELLOW<br />
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<b>14. CC LIP & CHEEK CREAM N | 700 YEN</b></div>
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As with other products in the CC line, it has 5 functions - moisturizing, colour correcting, can be used as blusher, or as a lipstick base, and has SPF protection. Formulated with moisturizing ingredients such as olive oil, almond oil, jojoba seed oil, and sunflower seed oil, this product can be used on the lips and cheeks as the name suggests.<br />
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Available in 2 shades:<br />
01 GLOW RED<br />
02 CLASSY PINK<br />
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<b>15. COLOR HIGHVISION ROUGE | 1200 YEN</b></div>
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A matte lipstick with high pigmentation in just one swipe, it contains moisturizing ingredients such as almond oil, jojoba oil, and olive oil.<br />
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Available in 10 shades<br />
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<i>Ending Notes:</i><br />Phew! That was quite a lot of products right!? What interested me the most is the light green SECRET SKIN CC BASE ZERO and the matte COLOR HIGHVISION ROUGE. Previously, only higher end Japanese brands made colour correcting primers, so having a drugstore option is a nice move. Also, as Japanese lipstick trend tend to favour glossy finishes, it really excites me (a matte finish lover) that Kate is being one of the first few to venture into the matte arena. All of my matte lip products are western brands not because I particularly like them, but because I just can't find any affordable Japanese alternatives! Now.. will Kate release more nude and berry shades in the future? I'm looking forward to this product line.<br />
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With the success of the Brown Shade Eyes when it was released a few years ago, this newer version is like.. lackluster. I imagine this scene taking place in Kate HQ.<br />
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Marketing team (M): We need something new to market! <br />Product development team (P): But the Brown Shade Eyes is perfect as it is!<br />M: Yes we understand, but the public likes new things! <br />P: Ok, how about.. we add 1 new blase shade into the palette?<br />
M: Good idea!!!! We can sell it as a "Bronzer" shade that adds dimension! Just make it pearly.<br />
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Guys, if it ain't broke, don't fix it. The Brown Shade Eyes is loved for its simplicity and impeccable formula that rivals that of higher end brands. People loved it for its buttery smooth formula and high pigmentation. The three shades creates a beautiful gradation that even makeup beginners can easily master. Why complicate things??? I rather they add more colour variations, like greyish brown.<br /><br />With that said, you can never please all. Just my 2 cents.<br />
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<i>Image credits:</i><br />
<i>@cosme, biteki, Kate</i><br />
<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1080457771054409489.post-8891695191770393872017-07-07T22:00:00.000+08:002017-07-13T19:04:46.494+08:00MIZON All In One Snail Repair Cream (Review) <img alt="mizon all in one snail repair cream review" border="0" data-original-height="338" data-original-width="600" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfbHui5_p0ACoBtXl7pIZmPO3Tmyzp7bqnhC1kkFAQp1F_q_HGWFJd9cXD_wivPxw9MbCQHvcUT7Cs-c2wR4M57lGcLYBGoFHyUm7VnwV_9Sa4I4dZukidIMzRIrczPedvSB6KhjU0EpY/s1600/MIZON_AIO_title.jpg" title="" /><br />
<b>I used it for exactly a month today. No miracles though. </b><br />
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Looking at my skin care corner that hasn't been touched much the past year (because my skin couldn't tolerate most things), I admit this purchase was more of an impulse buy out of desperation. I heard so many wonderful things about this cream that I decided to take the risk and give it a try. I figured, if I turn out to be sensitive to it too, I could always pass it along to my brother. It was all done in hopes of giving my face a little help in healing from my ongoing eczema woes. <br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>PRODUCT INFORMATION </b></span><br />
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MIZON is a Korean skin care brand that is well known for using snail slime extract to improve skin conditions. I know snail slime sounds off putting, but it merely sounds disgusting because of the mental image it conjures up. If you focus on the healing benefits of snail mucin, which includes speeding up wound healing and possibly improving photoaged skin, perhaps you can overlook that preconceived distaste for the product. <br />
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The product retails for <a href="https://iherb.co/262pHh27">USD16.09/SGD23.46 on iherb</a>. It contains 75g of product. <br />
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It claims to be made of 92% snail secretion filtrate. I took a look at the ingredient list and it's rather long. Assuming their claim to be true, then there is 8% of "others", part of it is what I would call fillers and stabilizers that make the cream from separating into its individual components. Of the 8%, it also includes plant extracts, polysaccharide, as well as polypeptide. But it's all the way at the bottom of the list, so are they there for functionality? Who knows. <br />
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It comes packaged in a protective paper box. So fancy in its foil finish!<br />
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The cream is housed in a brown tinted glass container which is rather weighty. <br />
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The container itself has double leakage prevention – an extra plastic lid to keep the products in, and plastic film wrap keep the lid in place. I didn't manage to get a photo of it this time round as I happily opened up the cream before remembering to snap photos. Next time maybe? <br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">PRODUCT DESCRIPTION </span></b><br />
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<i>A look into the glass container. Nothing special! What were you expecting?</i><br />
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The cream is whitish, lightweight and has a gel texture. It spreads easily, so a little is enough to cover my entire face. Because it's mostly water, it absorbs very quickly too. It hydrates effectively, but doesn't keep my skin supple for too long, so I usually end with a layer of facial oil (currently using argan oil) to lock in the moisture. <br />
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<i>The cream got all over the sides because I lay it on the side to take photos for this entry. It's normally neater than this!</i><br />
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The product is fragrance free. But if I take in a deep whiff, there is a sterile scent to it, perhaps with a tiny tinge of floral scent. It's by no means unpleasant. You won't be able to smell anything after you spread it out on your face. <br />
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75g is actually quite a generous amount. I use it twice daily on my face and neck. After 1 month, it's down to half the original amount, so I'd say a container would last me about 2 months. <br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>PERSONAL THOUGHTS </b></span><br />
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I believe it was some reddit post that got me interested in this product. They've been raving about how much it helps to heal their wounds, get rid of redness, and how it fades their pigmentation after using it for a while. Even though my skin type (dry/sensitive) is different from theirs (dry/oily/acnetic), but mine has a lot of wounds too, albeit a different type. I wanted to try my luck. If 22 bucks can give my skin a boost to have a breakthrough in my eczema recovery (I've been in for the past year), why the hell not!? <br />
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The cream didn't irritate me most of the time, unless I broke my skin is flaring. It might sting a little bit, but it dissipates quickly. It doesn't make me itch, or uncomfortable as it sinks in so quickly. I believe this cream is meant to be a "primer cream" for the later skin care products, as such it is only logical that the cream isn't all thick and heavy. I add this to my minimal skin care routine now, before I apply my facial oils to give it that moisture surge. <br />
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After years of dealing with eczema, I know well enough that there are no miracles (except steroid creams, which are a no-no for me). But I still hoped nonetheless, that the cream can do something more for me. I really can't tell if the snail filtrate did anything more for me than a regular gel cream does. Maybe it did, maybe it didn't. There isn't any comparison for me. But that didn't stop me from liking this cream. Compared to the other gel creams in the market, the MIZON All In One Snail Repair Cream offers more product for about the same price as its competitors, making it a rather economical choice. <br />
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In the past month, my face flared twice even as I used the cream. My skin continued to go through its flare-dry-flake cycle. All I can say is that while the cream didn't help get rid of the inflammation in my skin, it didn't make it worse. <br />
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I like that it's lightweight and highly absorbable, leaving behind supple and smooth skin even if it's only temporary. It's intended to be used as a first step in your skin care, so layer it with something else if you want more. <br />
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Will I repurchase it? I think I might! But I'll decide again when I'm actually done using it for 2 months. <br />
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I believe people with dry and oily skin will have the best results from using this cream. You can get it from <a href="https://iherb.co/3HCkk8R1">iherb</a> with my referral link if you wanna give it a try! If you're a US resident, then you can get it at a lower price at <a href="http://amzn.to/2tXTn92">amazon</a>! <br />
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<i>UNRELATED SIDE NOTE<br />
I've been getting myself busy with graphic design and stuff, hence the lack of updates! Otherwise I'm still alive, and healing. Still not able to wear face makeup though. But lipstick, yes! So maybe I'll finally write about a few lipsticks I tried next time.</i>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1080457771054409489.post-18647074747092391032017-06-07T18:00:00.000+08:002017-07-13T19:05:45.476+08:00Sunscreens for summer (and makeup lovers)<img border="0" data-original-height="338" data-original-width="600" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0sJmWxGZrNREV6Eq41MS-Afz2N5gGlskUEjdapmsdIoE7f2HvOTn3jQun2WzfcDtXJC7spyNAbSBhIqcag0x4SMDheLgpnJWjmkk-8Uc5cfkerK6S9ZaYC-PZbJTfqs7AlwMH5DXQVJI/s1600/2017SUMMER_SUNSCREEN.jpg" /><br />
<b>Soaked in my own perspiration as this entry is being written.</b><br />
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Summer is here, the heat is rising, and my sweat is dripping. What makeup lovers and everyone else need this summer is a lightweight sunscreen that offers you protection from normal daily UV exposure - one that doesn't feel thick or heavy because the last thing you want is sunscreen melting off your face, mixed in with your personal brand of perspiration. If you need industrial strength sunscreen for extreme sports, then these probably isn't the entry for you.<br />
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I tend to favour Asian sunscreens because they label theirs very clearly just how much UVA protection they have. UVA is the one that ages the skin and increase the risk of skin cancer. You see why I prefer to know how well protected I am against UVA now?<br />
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Below are a few sunscreens I chose to feature after surveying ranking sites. Comes in a variety of prices too!<br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/2017sunscreen_anessaaquabooster.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>ANESSA | PERFECT UV AQUA BOOSTER | SPF50+ PA++++ </b></div><div style="text-align: center;">60ML | <a href="http://amzn.to/2r4pQ7D">USD 32</a> </div><br />
Highly water and sweat resistant, this sun screen is tested to provide 80 minutes of in-water protection! With the addition of skin care essence, it's able to moisturize dry skin caused by UV ray exposure. Can be use on both the face and body.<br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/2017sunscreen_biorewaterygel.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>BIORE | UV AQUA RICH WATERY GEL | SPF50+ PA++++</b></div><div style="text-align: center;">90ML | <a href="http://amzn.to/2rThbJf">USD 9.15</a></div><br />
The packaging might have changed, but the formula is still light weight, giving you long lasting protection from UVA and UVB without the heaviness of usual sunscreens. Can be easily washed off with body wash or makeup remover.<br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/2017sunscreen_biorewateryESSENCE.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>BIORE | UV AQUA RICH WATERY ESSENCE | SPF50+ PA++++</b></div><div style="text-align: center;">50G | <a href="http://amzn.to/2sR7Q1F">USD 9.40</a></div><br />
I feel like this watery essence was the best innovation when it first hit the market. A watery sunscreen was unheard of before this, and we're all doomed to a life of thick and oily mess.. This is extremely light weight as it is absorbed by your skin rather quickly, leaves no white residue behind, making it the perfect product to use before your make up. I've tried this years ago and my mom loved it too, <a href="http://madokeki.blogspot.com/2015/02/biore-aqua-rich-sunscreen-comparison.html">read more here</a>.<br />
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Oh! This is also a crowd favourite among Asian Beauty Redditors! I saw them hoarding these because of some shipping issues recently.<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/2017sunscreen_NIVEASUN.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>NIVEA | SUN PROTECT WATER GEL | SPF50 PA+++</b></div><div style="text-align: center;">140G | <a href="http://amzn.to/2r4vZk4">USD12.27</a></div><br />
Probably the most value for money out of all, you can slather all 140g of this moisturizing sunscreen all over your face and body. The consistency of the sunscreen is like a moisturizing toner, so that pump might come in handy. Designed for normal usage, it doesn't appear to be water resistant, so if you work in an office with air conditioning, this watery gel should be perfect. <br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/2017sunscreen_LANCOME.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>LANCOME | UV EXPERT YOUTH SHIELD BB COMPLETE 1 | SPF50 PA++++</b></div><div style="text-align: center;">30ML | <a href="https://www.lancome.com.sg/product/uv-expert-youth-shield-bb-complete-1-spf-50-pa/">SGD 75</a></div><br />
A sunscreen that is designed to cut out not just UVA and UVB rays, but also pollution! Shade 1 is white and brightens the skin to create a glowy and uniform skin tone. Shade 2 is tinted. <br />
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<i>At this price tag I might as well splurge on the Chanel CC cream, as I have witnessed the latter work its magic to give my girlfriend a glowy complexion that looked so natural like her own skin. </i><br />
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I added the Lancome sunscreen in because it is currently ranked #3 on the @cosme weekly ranking, and #2 on Taiwan's urcosme weekly ranking. Must be quite lovely for it to be ranked so high, right?<br />
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I think this is formulated for the Asian market, as I couldn't find it on Sephora or Amazon. Also, the PA++++ rating IS adopted by the Japan Cosmetic Industry Association after all.<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/2017sunscreen_LAROCHEPOSAY.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>LA ROCHE-POSAY | UVIDEA XL AQUA FRESH GEL | SPF50 PA++++</b></div><div style="text-align: center;">30ML | <a href="http://www.guardian.com.sg/uvidea-xl-aqua-fresh-gel-spf50-30ml/p/173217">SGD 38.9</a></div><br />
Apart from shielding you from UV rays, the thermal spring water in the sunscreen protects your cells from free radicals. The light weight gel is non sticky and non greasy, making it great as a make up base.<br />
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Again, this appears to be another product made for the Asian market because I can't find it on American/European websites!<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/2017sunscreen_KISSMYFACE.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>KISS MY FACE | FACE FACTOR | SPF30 BROAD SPECTRUM</b></div><div style="text-align: center;">59ML | <a href="https://iherb.co/3AqAYj9d">USD 9.97</a></div><br />
One of the best sellers on iHerb, this sunscreen has 40 minutes resistance, and is paraben and oxybenzone free! Reviews of it have been mostly positive, and most users found it non greasy, doesn't leave behind a white cast, and is easily absorbed. <br />
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But how much UVA protection does it offer? I don't know :(<br />
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Personally I would prefer a higher SPF of 50 because I can't be bothered with re-application. But the <a href="https://iherb.co/2fFKafQm">SPF50 version of this sunscreen</a> is found to be a lot thicker than the SPF30. I assume if you're reading this blog, the chance of you wearing makeup is high, so the SPF30 might vibe better with your need for a lightweight sunscreen that doesn't interfere with makeup.<br />
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<i><b>Ending note:</b><br />
Please be reminded that I made this post with the normal daily folk in mind, so these sunscreens aren't gonna be the most water resistant stuff out there. These were designed for some slight sweating, like the ones that get worked up by you walking down a sunny street to get your lunch, or when you have are walking from the bus stop to an indoor space. Ideally the water resistant ones might be able to last you through a sweaty outdoor concert in this weather, but that's really pushing the limit. And to wear these to the beach and expect NOT to get a burn? Maybe if you're really diligent about reapplying it.. Otherwise, brace yourself for a disappointment.<br />
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Another PSA: If you know you'll be in the sun for extended hours, then reapplication is a must. Especially if you're wearing skin exposing clothes. The best kind of sunscreen is physically covering up yourself with clothings, and sunscreens should be the second line of defense. Get this right and you'll be able to enjoy the sun with minimal damage and harm.</i>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1080457771054409489.post-89514362744374703082017-05-23T18:30:00.000+08:002017-07-13T19:06:40.927+08:00THE FACE SHOP X DISNEY 2ND EDITION<img alt="THE FACE SHOP X DISNEY 2ND EDITION" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKlKm5IJq3imo4r0grwRRjTNXmCT22UBd_7-BccafCj1PlK2oonpiLLEUwd4kmrA_YQAyoZio1Km9NBYZJK9R4Re4x1CCDVMPYJ3ghye2tyuS68yZaDzCWrLlqxcsM5aRv-g4Ou19DFng/s1600/THEFACESHOP_DISNEY_title.jpg" title="" /><br />
<b>More collaborations!</b><br />
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Is it deja vu? I thought I already <a href="http://madokeki.blogspot.com/2016/09/disney-x-face-shop-collection.html">blogged about this collaboration before</a>.. Then I realize it's the 2nd edition of the collaboration. 3 new cushion cases, and 2 new products!<br />
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It seems like it's been released in Korea since March, and is only hitting the Taiwanese shores this month. I tried looking for online retailers to link but failed to find any.<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><img alt="THE FACE SHOP DISNEY BB POWER PERFECTION CUSHION SPF50+ PA+++ " src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/THEFACESHOP_DISNEY_POREFECTIONBB.jpg" title="" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>THE FACE SHOP | BB POWER PERFECTION CUSHION SPF50+ PA+++ | 20000 WON | 15g</b></div><br />
A high coverage BB foundation that feels light weight, it hugs the skin closely while moisturizing it. Contains hyaluronic acid to make skin appear plumper and more defined.<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><img alt="THE FACE SHOP DISNEY CC LASTING CUSHION SPF50+ PA+++" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/THEFACESHOP_DISNEY_LASTINGCC.jpg" title="" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>THE FACE SHOP | CC LASTING CUSHION SPF50+ PA+++ | 20000 WON | 15g</b></div><br />
A long lasting CC cushion that is sebum resistant, it's able to cover pores and uneven surfaces. Formulated with moisturizing ingredients to create a glowy look that isn't sticky.<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><img alt="THE FACE SHOP DISNEY CC COOLING CUSHION SPF42 PA+++" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/THEFACESHOP_DISNEY_COOLINGCC.jpg" title="" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>THE FACE SHOP | CC COOLING CUSHION SPF42 PA+++ | 20000 WON | 15g</b></div><br />
Containing 60% moisturizer, the CC Cooling Cushion effectively hydrates your skin with the help of botanical extracts. It maintains the water/oil balance to enhance your natural glow. Infused with "snow oil", it cools down your skin as you pat it on. <br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/THEFACESHOP_DISNEY_LASTINGCC_SWATCH.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>All three cushions are available in the same 3 shades.</i></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
Then again, if you've ever tried Korean foundations, they are usually very fair/pale, so I doubt the difference between these 3 shades is gonna be huge. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/THEFACESHOP_DISNEY_FOUNDECOMPARISON.jpg"><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/THEFACESHOP_DISNEY_FOUNDECOMPARISON.jpg" width="600px" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/THEFACESHOP_DISNEY_FOUNDECOMPARISON.jpg"> <i>Click to enlarge!</i></a></div><br />
An overview and comparison of the three different cushions.<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><img alt="THE FACE SHOP DISNEY CUSHION PRIMER" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/THEFACESHOP_DISNEY_CUSHIONPRIMER.jpg" title="" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>THE FACE SHOP | CUSHION PRIMER | 10000 WON | 25g</b></div><br />
Using this primer before the cushions helps cover any pores or fine lines, prepares your canvas for the perfect foundation application. Infused with botanical extracts, it hydrates your skin so other products can stay on your skin better, allowing your make up to stay on longer throughout the day.<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><img alt="THE FACE SHOP DISNEY CONCEALER MULTI PALETTE" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/THEFACESHOP_DISNEY_CONCEALERMULTIPALETTE.jpg" title="" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>THE FACE SHOP | CONCEALER MULTI PALETTE | 20000 WON | 0.9g X 6</b></div><br />
A concealer for your every needs, all included in one small and cute case! From left, there are 2 shades for colour correction (light green and brightener), 2 shades for correcting dark circles (ivory beige, natural beige), 1 shade for contour (deep brown), and 1 shade for brightening/highlighting (light pink). Comes with a dual sided brush for precise application and blending.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1080457771054409489.post-74009574548548029172017-04-29T14:00:00.000+08:002017-07-13T19:07:56.810+08:00VISEE SPRING 2017<img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjr4fmYiisaS3JJxDiW3zTwfepfD6yLYUOscAZhGKgz7K2wRYRxtqqGjG_YwUNGpj40h30zisOeSEPe8qN1qAlLoLrIz_40Gq31z-8r7-fHn8D_pe0xz6lNu5G6ew0iNDw1ZL7ROgxfsZQ/s1600/VISEE_SPRING2017.jpg" /><br />
<b>New eyeshadows!</b><br />
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I'm a little (2 months *cough*) late on this :P Visee have released two new products this season: a brand new (or not?) eyeshadow line, and a new mascara.<br />
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It's not much, but it's something!<br />
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Introducing, the <b>GEMMY RICH EYES</b>, and <b>LASH LONG MANIA</b>.<br />
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<img alt="visee gemmy rich eyes" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/VISEE_SPRING2017_GEMMYRICHEYESS.jpg" title="" /><br />
<div style="text-align: center;"><b>VISEE | GEMMY RICH EYES | 1200 YEN</b></div><br />
Formulated with "Gemmy pearl" ingredients to create the iridescence of gems fragments. The top left and bottom right shades are pearly and clings onto the skin well, while the bottom left shade blends like a silky cream to add depth to the eyes. The top right shade creates a translucent veil of shimmer, perfect for topping it on the center of the lids without making the eyes look frosty or metallic.<br />
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As per other Visee eyeshadows, these are infused with moisturizing ingreients like hyaluronic acid and mineral oil.<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><a eyes="" gemmy="" href="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/VISEE_SPRING2017_GEMMYRICHEYES_SWATCH.jpg" rich="" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/VISEE_SPRING2017_GEMMYRICHEYES_SWATCH.jpg" swatches="" title="" visee="" width="600px"></a><a href="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/VISEE_SPRING2017_GEMMYRICHEYES_SWATCH.jpg"> <i>Click to enlarge!</i></a></div>Available in 5 shades.<i> </i><br />
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<img alt="visee lash long mania" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/VISEE_SPRING2017_LASHLONGMANIA.jpg" title="" /><br />
<div style="text-align: center;"><b>VISEE | LASH LONG MANIA | 1400 YEN</b></div><br />
A film type mascara designed to lengthen, curl, and separate your lashes in just one swipe. It has three types of fibres in order to achieve length in one swipe, and "Real Black Powder" to create intense, dark lashes. Formulated with lash care ingredients like hyaluronic acid and squalane, It's also easily removeable with warm water.<br />
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</b> <i><b>Ending thought:</b><br />
The eye shadow is reminiscent of KATE's diamond eyes from many years ago. That transparent but pearly/shimmery/glittery shade (top right) that adds dimension very naturally, because it only reflects light when it is hit by light at certain angles. Unlike highlighting with an opaque, lighter shade to forcefully lift that area up regardless of lighting, I much prefer enhancing the eyes while still abiding by the laws of nature.</i><br />
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Hopefully, this has a better formulation than KATE, because I remember the diamond shade was rather scratchy and hard to pick up from the pan. <br />
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Sure, it's not a look for everyone, but definitely for those who likes subtlety.<br />
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As for the mascara, I just realize the "MANIA" line of their mascara are all film type mascaras that can be removed with warm water. </i>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1080457771054409489.post-57662601578817530282017-04-05T01:00:00.000+08:002017-07-13T19:08:26.866+08:00ETUDE HOUSE PLAY COLOR EYES CHERRY BLOSSOM<img alt="ETUDE HOUSE PLAY COLOR EYES CHERRY BLOSSOM" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhK5o5eFDDNl09aWjRvAv1E-RvHHx1wRxBenfDnhoaQv7Sb2tZq2quyVTa9NkhSxi5bYYJd7DrGiKcKYk4mBKmEuGSqIVA-bBpNj3ia4q7E_loFqftL4N2ACfRyVlekMCjm-UAHH1apT6w/s1600/ETUDEHOUSE_CHERRYBLOSSOM.jpg" title="" /><br />
<b>It's cherry blossom season, on your eyelids!</b><br />
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What a gorgeous day it is! Finding out Etude House is releasing an eyeshadow palette that's pink! <strike>It's so new it's not even on the global site yet</strike> It just went live on the <a href="http://www.etudehouse.com/index.php/event-play-color-eyes-cherry-blossom.html">global site today</a>. <br />
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They're having a <b>launching special from 5th April to 12th April</b>, instead of the original price of US $26.40, it's now going for <b>US $18.48</b>! It even comes with a jelly lip patch as a free gift if you order it before the promotion ends!<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><img alt="ETUDE HOUSE PLAY COLOR EYES CHERRY BLOSSOM" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/ETUDEHOUSE_CHERRYBLOSSOM_1.jpg" title="" /><br />
<b>ETUDE HOUSE | PLAY COLOR EYES CHERRY BLOSSOM | <a href="http://www.etudehouse.com/index.php/event-play-color-eyes-cherry-blossom.html">USD 26.40</a></b></div><br />
A new palette containing 10 lovely shades that's cherry blossom themed, each containing 0.8g of product (according to the korean site). The colour ranges from romantic pinks to wearable browns to easily create pinkish eye looks. The eyeshadows are soft and silky for easy application.<br />
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This actually looks like an expanded version of their 2016 Christmas collection, <a href="http://madokeki.blogspot.com/2016/11/etude-house-2016-holiday-collection-my.html">My Little Nut Fantastic Color Eyes</a> eyeshadow palette in the shade Lucky Red Little Nut. Except the latter is geared towards a more reddish tone, hence the burgundy, while the former stays pink and light.<br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/ETUDEHOUSE_MYLITTLENUT_FANTASTICCOLOREYES.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>ETUDE HOUSE | FANTASTIC COLOR EYES (LUCKY RED LITTLE NUT) | <a href="http://www.etude.co.kr/product.do?method=view&prdCd=101001251">14000 WON</a></b></div><br />
Right? They do have some semblance to each other! <br />
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<img alt="ETUDE HOUSE PLAY COLOR EYES CHERRY BLOSSOM" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/ETUDEHOUSE_CHERRYBLOSSOM_2.jpg" title="" width="600px" /><br />
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The names of the different shades are in Korean that's too complicated for me to translate, so I left it as is (you can visit the <a href="http://www.etudehouse.com/index.php/20170405_cherry_blossom">global site</a> as they have translated them into english!). The colours chosen for this palette has a good mix of matte, shimmer, and pearly shades. The overall colour scheme is light and fresh, in line with the cherry blossom theme.<br />
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<a href="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/ETUDEHOUSE_CHERRYBLOSSOM_swatch2.jpg"><img alt="ETUDE HOUSE PLAY COLOR EYES CHERRY BLOSSOM swatches" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/ETUDEHOUSE_CHERRYBLOSSOM_swatch2.jpg" title="" width="600px" /><br />
Click to expand!</a><br />
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I've did some photoshop magic to stitch together this franken-swatch photo. The swatches are taken from their official site. The swatches looks even and smooth!<br />
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As you can see there are a few matte shades (2nd-4th from bottom) that are wonderful for creating gentle depth, and shimmery shades for added dimension. Two metallic shades that appear almost frosty (5th and 6th from top).<br />
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This swatch merely gives you an idea of the colours. Below is a swatch on the eyelids for better idea of how they actually look when blended out.<br />
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<a href="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/ETUDEHOUSE_CHERRYBLOSSOM_swatch.jpg"><img alt="ETUDE HOUSE PLAY COLOR EYES CHERRY BLOSSOM swatch" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/ETUDEHOUSE_CHERRYBLOSSOM_swatch.jpg" title="" width="600px" /><br />
Click to expand!</a><br />
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They don't look as pigmented on the lids, probably because they applied it with a brush instead. Overall the shades looks like a gentle wash of colour that can be easily blended into the skin to create that soft look. Nothing too over the top for this cherry blossom inspired palette, afterall, cherry blossoms are pretty in their soft pinks, are they not?<br />
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<i><b>Ending note:</b><br />
This is a beautiful palette if you want soft and romantic eyes. I believe it's meant for creating diffused look, hence don't expect it to be super pigmented. Subtlety has it's perks. Of course, if you want the colours to be more vibrant, an eye primer might probably do the trick!</i><br />
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<i>I'll admit my heart got swayed for a split second, suddenly desiring this new found beautiful object! Then I recall I already have a pink eyeshadow palette that I haven't been able to use for a long time.... </i><br />
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<i>My money get to live another day. </i>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1080457771054409489.post-85790932157441525332017-03-13T19:00:00.000+08:002017-07-13T19:09:06.663+08:00ETUDE HOUSE DEAR MY GLASS TINTING LIPS TALK<img alt="ETUDE HOUSE DEAR MY GLASS TINTING LIPS TALK" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0kg6yVUT3l64cah6UCKCmBg5EPdUtqhmEnOAPd1BoJ1YkDFIMhRwPkXM1CVVPlf4XcWRchtbmPXlbjn8cSxY9omtUxBxRTuQmVlEsALFtbKObAtDs1SLBl_y3M7gJnOr7fcoC0lHw9Hg/s1600/ETUDE_GLASSTINTING.jpg" title="" /><br />
<b>Spring is coming.</b><br />
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Etude House has released a new line of lipstick! It's very Spring appropriate as it's so candy like! Gonna quickly blog about it before it's promotion ends 31st March. Details at the end of the entry!<br />
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<img alt="ETUDE HOUSE DEAR MY GLASS TINTING LIPS TALK" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/ETUDE_GLASSTINTING_0.jpg" title="" /><br />
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Described as a lipstick with vivid and clear colour, I imagine the lips turning into a delicious looking crystal candy that I find hard to resist.<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><img alt="ETUDE HOUSE DEAR MY GLASS TINTING LIPS TALK" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/ETUDE_GLASSTINTING_2.jpg" title="" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>DEAR MY GLASS TINTING LIPS-TALK | <a href="http://www.etudehouse.com/index.php/glass-tinting-lips-talk.html">USD 10.40</a></b></div><br />
You may have noticed the lipstick looks a little weird above. Why does it look kinda naked? Keep reading.<br />
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It comes in a whooping 20 colour variations. 20! Let's take a second to let out a "AH~" as we enjoy this collage. <br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/ETUDE_GLASSTINTING_SWATCH5.jpg"><img alt="ETUDE HOUSE DEAR MY GLASS TINTING LIPS TALK swatches" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/ETUDE_GLASSTINTING_SWATCH5.jpg" title="" width="600px" /><br />
<i>click to enlarge!</i></a></div><br />
It ranges from orange to fuschia, with a few beige tones as well. Wonderful! <br />
See image below for their colour codes, and swatches of it being applied lightly and heavily.<br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/ETUDE_GLASSTINTING_SWATCH4.jpg"><img alt="ETUDE HOUSE DEAR MY GLASS TINTING LIPS TALK swatches" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/ETUDE_GLASSTINTING_SWATCH4.jpg" title="" width="600px" /></a><br />
<a href="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/ETUDE_GLASSTINTING_SWATCH4.jpg"> <i>click to enlarge!</i></a></div><br />
To answer the question of the Glass Tinting Lips-Talk looking a little naked, it's because the lipstick case is sold separately, and for a good reason.<br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;"><img alt="etude house GLASS TINTING LIPS-TALK CASE" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/ETUDE_GLASSTINTING_CASE_title.jpg" title="" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>GLASS TINTING LIPS-TALK CASE | <a href="http://www.etudehouse.com/index.php/glass-tinting-lips-talk-case.html">USD 5.20</a></b></div><br />
There are 20 designs in total. SAY WHAT!?<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/ETUDE_GLASSTINTING_CASE.jpg"><img alt="etude house GLASS TINTING LIPS-TALK CASE" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/ETUDE_GLASSTINTING_CASE.jpg" title="" width="600px" /><br />
<i>click to enlarge!</i></a></div><br />
I really like this idea of replaceable lipstick bullets. It can really cut down on the amount of trash in the long run! Well, I just assumed the lipstick case is reusable, but there are no information about that on its website. So maybe it's not as reusable as I thought. If you tried it you'll have to let me know! <br />
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Also, you can mix and match the lipstick cases to get funky new combinations.<br />
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<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/ETUDE_GLASSTINTING_1.jpg" /><br />
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Not only is it fun, but the environmental aspect (fingers crossed) of it made me so excited when I saw it on the Etude House website just now! <br />
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Etude house is currently running a promotion till <u><i><b><span style="color: #0000ee;">31<span style="color: #0000ee;">st</span></span> March</b></i></u>.<br />
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The Glass Tinting Lips-Talk is going for <a href="http://www.etudehouse.com/index.php/glass-tinting-lips-talk.html">20% off</a> <b>(USD8.32)</b>, while the Lips-Talk case are <a href="http://www.etudehouse.com/index.php/glass-tinting-lips-talk-case.html">50% off</a><b> (USD 2.60)</b>! <br />
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<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/ETUDE_GLASSTINTING_EVENT2.jpg" /><br />
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If you like the colour combinations shown above you're in luck, because each of those sets are going for <a href="http://www.etudehouse.com/index.php/lips/lip-stick.html?p=2">30% off</a> (lipstick case not included, <b>USD 14.56</b> for 2 lipsticks!)<br />
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That's all for now!<br />
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<i>Image credit: Etude House </i>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1080457771054409489.post-7368670388710046642017-02-28T18:30:00.000+08:002017-07-13T19:09:22.564+08:00DHC Lip Cream (Review)<b><img alt="DHC Lip Cream (Review)" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglzsK0sOWZE1ByZw4nJofp9GVzKA34_zY_tyHTm_L1PRkoUZrUTluaevKWtx-qNeAvLOnjQM663jy87-TRqU9s76DIklrKEGMPZGIzzrhgnkbaMk_Kt2rpmFuTlfqzhfKtjTvEBp1IHho/s1600/DHC_lipcream_tite.jpg" title="" /></b><br />
<b>Long time no review</b><br />
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Well.. Let's see if I still remember how to do a proper review since I haven't been able to do it for so long. You know.. Because of my skin.. I kinda stopped using all skin care products. So lip balms are like the only stuff that are reviewable for a long time.<br />
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Let's begin. (Typing this as I stuff my face with fruits. Feeling hungry before dinner!)<br />
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The DHC lip cream is a dainty little lip balm (contains only 1.5g of products) made for ants maybe. The lip balm itself has no fragrance, but it sure does have a scent. Not really pleasant, but also doesn't stop me from using it. I just tried sticking the tube too close to my nose for comfort to figure out how to best describe the scent. I think it's the smell of rancid olive oil, as it smells similar to some organic olive oil lip balms I've tried in the past. It just doesn't smell fresh. <br />
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<img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/DHC_lipcream.jpg" /><br />
Photo credit: <a href="http://www.dhccare.com/lip-cream">DHC</a><br />
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The lip balm has a light yellowish colour to it, is soft and glides on upon warming up to my skin temperature. With one swipe, you'd get a thin film of the lip product hugging your lips. This is probably what I like best about it - it doesn't deposit too much product. It's soft, but not that soft where it'll make a mess. After all, a thin film is all you need, especially when using this to prep your lips before lipstick application. I find that the product doesn't really interfere with lipstick application, meaning lipstick will still adhere to my lips despite having a layer of lip balm on it.<br />
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It's not sticky nor glossy, only a slight sheen is observed. It moisturizes my lips just fine, nothing too special in my opinion, as the good old Vaseline petroleum jelly does the same job for me. Except, I gotta admit that Vaseline is a lot softer than the DHC lip cream, so it tends to applies thicker than the latter (unless you control the amount you use carefully).<br />
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I used the photo from the official DHC site because I didn't want to show you guys the sorry state my lip cream is in. I used it up within a month (used it day and night as my exclusive lip balm to see how fast it runs out) and resorted to extracting the remaining products that's within the lip balm holder. I used something to dig it out and it just looks like a murder scene.<br />
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The skinny tube, while it helps with a more precise application, also makes it hard for me to clean it out after the exposed part of the lip balm is exhausted. Usually I can dip my finger into the lip balm holder to use the leftovers, but unless you're of alien descent with unusually long and skinny fingers, you'll need a tool. I used a toothpick to get it out but it didn't do a good job. I could have used a cotton bud to dip and apply, but how many cotton buds will I waste in the process?<br />
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Just a question I ponder at night that helps me fall asleep.<br />
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The ingredients used in the DHC lip cream are mostly derived from botanical sources.<br />
<blockquote class="tr_bq">lanolin oil, caprylic/capric triglyceride, euphorbia cerifera (candelilla) wax/candelilla cera/cire de candelilla, beeswax/cera alba/cire d’abeille, lanolin, stearic acid, squalane, paraffin, olea europaea (olive) fruit oil, pentylene glycol, tocopherol, phenoxyethanol, stearyl glycyrrhetinate, panax ginseng root extract, aloe barbadensis leaf extract</blockquote>We have the moisturizing ingredients like lanolin and squalane. There is also paraffin forming part of the lip balm base (the other being olive oil).<br />
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Some people with chronically dry lips (or from medication like accutane) found relief in the DHC lip cream. But if you have an average lip like mine, you'll probably find any other lip balm works just fine for you. For a price of <a href="http://www.dhccare.com/lip-cream">USD 9.50</a> (holy cow it's <a href="http://www.watsons.com.sg/Product-Categories/Skin/Lipcare/Lip-Cream/p/BP_42375">SGD18.90 at watons</a>), I believe there are other options that work just as fine, but cost lesser. <br />
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<b>In a nutshell:<br />
- Moisturizing, for about 4-6 hours before I have to reapply</b><br />
<b>- Applies only a thin layer of product, awesome for priming lips<br />
- Fragrance free</b><br />
<b>- Contains botanical ingredients</b><br />
<b>- Moisturizes like any other lip balms for my average lips </b><br />
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<i>Unrelated thought:<br />
Phew! After writing all of the stuff, I'm relieved I can still write at all.</i><br />
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<i>There isn't any beauty news that interest me enough to want to blog about it. Also, I was at a wake 2 weeks ago and was unable to blog. </i><br />
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To be honest I've been avoiding review posts for a while, not just because I have no content to write about (since I'm not using much products), but also because to come up with an entry like that, I need to take photos of the product. To take a good photo, you need good lighting. Having lived like a vampire for the entire time my skin is bad, I still don't really like the idea of being in a brightly lit room. I'd inadvertently see my skin and it upsets me. I thought I'll be steeled by now, but it still hurts me to see it being abnormal and all.</i><br />
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<i>Taking that photo for this entry is all I can manage for now. I channeled all my focus on the subject and managed to avoid glancing at my hands (that's holding the camera, and I need to look at the camera to review the photos and stuff) for that short period of time. Let's take it one step at a time. </i><br />
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<i>One photo this time, maybe two photos the next. :) </i>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1080457771054409489.post-38121630255636031732017-02-13T16:30:00.000+08:002017-02-13T16:30:35.450+08:00MAYBELLINE VIVID MATTE LIQUID<img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxSSDXl_NN0k7TjkeR6Wwxie3Ogm2G6hmGD5TPQotg8Qa7N2aFVY-2adLTIKppd1ZeP_z01s7jRGOXltCvVwgutfd3Y4qmRHntoo6nQudGT1SrWk7qGZEBopXiK06OH4H4FbQIZmkUR8I/s1600/MAYBELLINE_VIVIDMATTELIQ_TITLE.jpg" /><br />
<b>Another liquid matte lip colour</b><br />
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I just snooped around on the Maybelline Japan site and found out they're releasing a new liquid matte lip colour. I can't call it a lipstick because it's not! <br />
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Maybelline claims it is a velvety liquid lip colour that turns matte. HOWEVER, lots of <a href="http://www.musingsofamuse.com/2015/12/maybelline-vivid-matte-liquid-review-swatches.html">review</a> said it doesn't turn completely matte. It doesn't set like other products, so technically speaking it doesn't feel as dry. Downside to that is it's not a long wearing formula (which might be a upside to someone else with drier lips).<br />
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Liquid matte lip products have had its 15 minutes of fame after so many other brands released something like that in the previous year (NYX, Colourpop, Kylie, Anastasia beverly hill, Milani, just a few I pulled off my head). It feels like Maybelline is a little late on this train that's already leaving the station (or is liquid matte lips here to stay?).<br />
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<img alt="maybelline vivide matte liquid" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/MAYBELLINE_VIVIDMATTELIQ.jpg~original" title="" /></div>
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The VIVID MATTE LIQUID was released in the USA at the end of 2015. </div>
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It has been repackaged for Asian release. I haven't visited any drugstore in a long time so I don't know if it's actually in Singapore yet or not. It might have came and gone for all I know, but I can't find any information on its official site, so I'll assume it haven't hit the shelves yet. For some reason I feel kinda deja vu when I saw it on the Japanese site. I might have seen it when I passed by Watson's a while ago!? (Brain starts to question reality)<br />
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Retails at 1500YEN, or <a href="http://www.lazada.sg/maybelline-color-sensational-liquid-lip-velvet-matte-10-5073318.html?offer_id=481">SGD$21.90</a></div>
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Anyway, you can see the packaging is reminiscent of the Lip Polish. The applicator is also different from the US release - this is more angled and flatter. Should do a good job getting the product into the corners of the lips without messing it up.<br />
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The US version has 21 colours to choose from. We have a grand total of 7! (There's only 6 on the <a href="https://www.maybelline.co.jp/lip/lipstick/vivid-matte-liquid">Official Maybelline Japanese site</a> though) With that said, the selection of colours should be well loved by the majority, since they carry the shades you can wear on a daily basis. <br />
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Asia haven't caught on the nude lips trend yet, so I'm surprised to see they have included one nudish shade!<br />
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As they are numbered differently from the US version, I can't match the Asian colour code to their respective US colour codes. <br />
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If you want an affordable liquid matte lipstick that sets and stays (for at least 3 hours), you can check out the <a href="http://www.bourjois.co.uk/catalog/make_up/lips/lipstick/rouge_edition_velvet">Bourjois Rouge Edition Velvet</a>. My friend gifted me one and IT'S AMAZING.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1080457771054409489.post-26040134855315859792017-02-05T18:00:00.000+08:002017-02-05T18:00:03.937+08:00KATE Spring 2017 New Products<img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9wTih0GZtzYtEiUyb4lXuF8vnbqe-XD98XdhN3OhY7RvwVAS7XChB-IcY9xenof2urlBGxgzjF96AqdvvkINNJyAc8zneDkRhTe3sJn_BsfrNQbKbhhmh1xpzqINMuK_GijjTjnKg_ls/s1600/KATE_2017SS_title.jpg" /><br />
A little late on the news!<br />
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Happy lunar new year! I spent the last weekend at my grandmother's place, which explains the lack of post last week. <br />
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Kate's new products were released on 1 February in Japan, so I'm actually late to the party. I just found out today so I quickly did this entry up. I remember lamenting the little sadness last time when there were no news of new Spring products from Kate. It's wasted feelings because Kate did have something planned!<br />
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It's a small collection, but I'm always excited to see what's new!<br />
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<b>METAL GLAMOUR EYES | 1700 YEN</b></div>
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<i>Kate's new eyeshadow is here to give you the ability to create glamourous eyes and control just how much shine you want.<br />
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The eyeshadow quad consist of 3 main shades that creates the perfect gradient effect for a naturally pleasing look, and an additional 2 shades as the finishing touch. The metallic/pearlescent shade contrasts the darker colours to create dimensions, allowing you to create more refined features.</i></div>
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That the official fluff anyway. The eye shadow quad reminds me of their older eyeshadow palette, the COLORCIOUS DIAMOND. Except the new one have only 1 glittery/mirror finish shade as opposed to the 2 glittery shades in colourcious diamond. The additional of a metallic medium (they call it their dark metallic) colour is new.</div>
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Available in 6 shades.</div>
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Over on their <a href="http://www.nomorerules.net/pickup/metal_glamour_eyes.html">official site</a> they went one step further to show you how to achieve certain effects with the metallic and glitter shades. Funny they used a caucasian eye shape to showcase it because most of its target consumers probably do not have that specific eye shape. Then again, it's just for illustration purpose, so I understand :) Also, I'm not one to complain about having more reference photo to take a look at their finish. It appears the metallic shade isn't THAT metallic.</div>
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SUPER SHARP LINER EX | 1100 YEN</div>
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<i>The new Super Sharp Liner EX promises to be easy to use, bleed proof, sweat/water/sebum resistant, yet easily removeable. The jet black eyeliner has a glossy finish, brand new faceted packaging, and ultra fine pen tip (that's developed together with pentel, then pen maker).</i></div>
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<i>The new product packaging is supposed to help with application. By holding it on its grooves, you can pivot the eye liner properly to easily fill in the gaps between your lashes (NOT the water line). The result is bigger eyes and fuller looking lashes.</i></div>
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I've owned one of their eyeliner from the super sharp series before, and I won't say it's my favourite eyeliner. I'm not sure if this would be the same formula as before. Regardless, the new packaging is BEAUTIFUL. </div>
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GLAMOUROUS LASH | 1400 YEN</div>
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<i>The new volumizing mascara comes with a primer (fiber volume base), and a black mascara. This film type mascara can be washed off by warm water.</i></div>
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COLOUR ENAMEL GLOSS | 450 YEN</div>
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<i>The sheer lip gloss has high shine like glossy enamel, adding more definition to your pout. Formulated with moisturizing ingredients such as almond oil, jojoba oil, and olive oil, it keep your baby lips kissable at all times </i>(do wipe away that gloss before kissing though). </div>
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Available in 6 shades.</div>
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<br /><b>Ending thought:</b><br />After owing so much makeup, I'm really more of a spectator than a player on the field now.<br />Seeing what they have to offer is like entertainment to me. Kate rehash their eyeshadows every few season because how else are you going to keep people entertained if you don't release old products in new packages? <br />I think the beauty sphere is pretty much saturated by now, so new and innovative products will be far and little. <br />But I do have to give it to Kate for having awesome packaging.<br />
The faceted stuff always gets to me! URGH!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1080457771054409489.post-76618593179663704492017-01-22T19:00:00.000+08:002017-02-05T16:11:02.702+08:00ETUDE HOUSE | Give Me Luck Collection<img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNiuGnFKj3BC-TmnLRUD8EtKf-6pLoIyXBicI_xoac6ZNxCVbRUGI_BWLvofRyEHI-A3TFo-OAjq_QYtiaiMjlsP8FrVXdwagQIsMeesfVxPG_iMaa-RwA-7WpkeLHGjx7U-9mvjIqG9c/s1600/ETUDEHOUSE_2017LNY_TITLE.jpg" /><br />
<b>The year of the rooster is bringing about a few new products to look out for.</b><br />
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Etude House is welcoming the new year with a small Lunar New Year themed collection! Just a bunch of eye shadows and a few liquid lipstick/lip tint hybrid thingy.<br />
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The colours are supposed to be the trending colour of 2017 spring/summer. Well, that's the the official site says. Hahaha what do I know about trends and colours? Nothing!<br />
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Have a look!<br />
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<b>GIVE ME LUCK COLOR IN LIQUID LIPS JUICY | 9500 WON</b></div>
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A water-based moisturizing lip tint with vivid colours that can be layered up for a more intense effect. </div>
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Available in 5 shades.</div>
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<b>GIVE ME LUCK EYES | 4000 WON</b></div>
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Formulated with ceramide to hydrate your delicate eyelids, the eye shadow has a lightweight and matte texture that will hug your skin closely. Comes in a whopping 10 shades.</div>
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Most shades are matte (denoted with CAFE in the swatches), with the exception of 4 shades that have a slight pearlescent sheen.</div>
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I just came across information that they are available in Singapore from 6 January. The liquid lips will be $17.90 each, while the eye shadows are $11.90 each. I didn't see them on the global site, so probably it's not available online yet.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1080457771054409489.post-73455720287885080662017-01-15T17:00:00.000+08:002017-02-05T16:12:12.789+08:002017 Spring New Products<img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjage8LgP7F4C6L3OC2AJpsCdMcWLp72Wiwxy3pITc4Ulh2XvmWUKxGZUkWD3hOPUXln-TPWaLNmAjVVAM8i9OFVEZPNzOyq5VXxs0QVEtDsFxTZ9dW9yPq4W0tLnFv774EbA50uqhBfe4/s1600/newspringcolour.jpg" /><br />
<b>From 2 of my favourite Japanese drugstore brands.</b><br />
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Happy 2017 everyone! Hope you all had a good start to the year?<br />
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I gave myself a little break from blogging :D Felt like it was necessary because ideas need space and new inspiration to grow, and the best way to do that is to break away from the usual routine and expose myself to something new or different.<br />
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Anyway, here are new products from Canmake and Visee that will be released in the upcoming months. Nothing new under the sun really, but as always, it's nice to see something different, yea?<br />
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It looks like my favourite brand Kate has nothing new up their sleeves this spring. In fact, there isn't too much new stuff among drugstore brands. Which is why this entry only contains stuff from Canmake and Visee. <br />
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<img alt="CANMAKE | GLOW FLEUR CHEEK (08) | 800 YEN" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/canmake_2017_glowfleurcheek.jpg~original" title="" /></div>
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<b>CANMAKE | GLOW FLEUR CHEEK (08) | 800 YEN</b></div>
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This limited edition bluish pink/fushia shade sits close to your skin like a cream blush, while the glow powder on the upper left imparts a sheer and glossy finish to places you'd like to high light.</div>
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<img alt="CANMAKE | GEL LINE ARTIST (B02) | 550 YEN" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/canmake_2017_gellineartist.jpg~original" title="" /></div>
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<b>CANMAKE | GEL LINE ARTIST (B02) | 550 YEN</b></div>
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With its silky smooth texture, it glides over your skin easily. Formulated to be waterproof, this eyeliner is budge proof and long wearing! </div>
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B02 is a gentle brown.</div>
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Release date: February 2017</div>
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<img alt="CANMAKE | CREAM CHEEK (15) | 580 YEN" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/canmake_2017_creamcheek.jpg~original" title="" /></div>
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<b>CANMAKE | CREAM CHEEK (15) | 580 YEN</b></div>
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A cream blush that changes texture according to the type of foundation/base product used. If a dewy foundation is used, the blush will take on a glowy finish. If a matte foundation is used, the blush will take on a powdery soft finish.</div>
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15 is an elegant pink.</div>
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Release date: February 2017</div>
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<img alt="CANMAKE | STAY ON BALM ROUGE (T01 T02 T03) | 580 YEN" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/canmake_2017_stayonbalmrouge.jpg~original" title="" /></div>
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<b>CANMAKE | STAY ON BALM ROUGE (T01 T02 T03) | 580 YEN</b></div>
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A lip tint that stains your lips, it is hydrating and comfortable while being long lasting.</div>
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Release date: April 2017</div>
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<img alt="VISEE | JEMMY RICH EYES | 1200 YEN" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/visee_2017_jemmyricheyes.jpg~original" title="" /></div>
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<b>VISEE | JEMMY RICH EYES | 1200 YEN</b></div>
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With the radiance of diamonds, this eyeshadow quad inspires to add sparkles onto your eyes like crushed jewels.</div>
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Available in 5 colours.</div>
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Note: Name could be gemmy instead of jemmy. Not sure which is the exact one at the moment.</div>
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Release date: February 2017</div>
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<b>VISEE | GLOSSY RICH EYES (PU-11) | 1200 YEN</b></div>
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Comes with a creamy and glossy eye base on the upper left, this monochromatic quad and has a wet, glossy look to it.</div>
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PU-11 is a modern purple, and bear some semblance to their <a href="http://madokeki.blogspot.sg/2014/12/lust-list-visee.html">Winter 2014 limited edition eyeshadow (PU-10)</a>.</div>
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Release date: February 2017</div>
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<img alt="VISEE | SOFT AND SLIM EYEBROW PENCIL (GY001 BR305)| 800 YEN" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/visee_2017_EYEBROWPENCIL.jpg~original" title="" /></div>
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<b>VISEE | SOFT AND SLIM EYEBROW PENCIL (GY001 BR305)| 800 YEN</b></div>
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Naturally defines the tail of your eyebrow with its 1.7mm soft and ultra fine core. Comes with a spoolie to soften the look.</div>
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GY001 is a soft gray, BR305 a dark brown.</div>
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Release date: February 2017</div>
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<img alt="VISEE | LASH LONG MANIA (BK001)| 1400 YEN" src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/visee_2017_LASHLONGMANIA.jpg~original" title="" /></div>
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<b>VISEE | LASH LONG MANIA (BK001)| 1400 YEN</b></div>
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A film type mascara that can be washed off with warm water, it is formulated with 3 types of fibre for the perfect balance, giving you long and separated lashes. Possibly clump free!</div>
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Release date: February 2017</div>
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<i>Photo credit: Biteki</i>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1080457771054409489.post-90128831441914873912016-12-31T20:00:00.000+08:002017-07-13T19:11:03.508+08:002016 @COSME BEST COSME AWARD (PART 4)<img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgD3WVLykfRwc1jr-HZi3UggSl55KoFzFcVrFTheU40UQTGtzoSQIGiBQaHi2fxVVnR50nbJIAHtiGZm0cP2ZiiuiaGBrQkVNYlclXXT10zeEKwZoqgd-rY2eCfcPVYwSHsiIN7uAxuLeg/s1600/COSME2016_TITLE4.jpg" /><br />
The last part - base makeup.<br />
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Today is the last day of 2016, and also the last part to the @cosme 2016 ranking series. <br />
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Part 4 consist of the best base makeup products, some are long time favourites, some are newer products. As always, the ranking are meant to serve as a guide - a starting point if you may - to aid you in your own exploration of the myriad of beauty products.<br />
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Without further ado.<br />
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</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>1ST | PAUL AND JOE BEAUTY | MOISTURIZIN FOUNDATION PRIMER S</b></div><div style="text-align: center;">Keeps your skin bright and moisturized, perfect for achieving the dewy skin look.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>2ND | CANMAKE | LASTING MULTI BASE WP</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>3RD | MAQUILLAGE | DRAMATIC SKIN SENSOR BASE UV</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/COSME2016_bestpowdfound.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>BEST POWDER FOUNDATION</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>1ST | MAQUILLAGE | DRAMATIC POWDERY UV</b></div><div style="text-align: center;">A light weight foundation that leaves your skin looking like bare skin, only without any flaws.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>2ND | LUNASOL | SKIN MODELING POWDER FOUNDATION</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>3RD | ESPRIQUE | BEAUTIFUL STAY PACT UV</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/COSME2016_bestliqfound.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>BEST LIQUID FOUNDATION</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>1ST | ADDICTION | SKIN CARE FOUNDATION</b></div><div style="text-align: center;">Easy to use even without a primer or powder. Creates a high shine finish.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>2ND | NARS | VELVET MATTE SKIN TINT SPF30 PA+++</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>3RD | IPSA | LIQUID FOUNDATION</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/COSME2016_BESTCUSHION.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>BEST CUSHION FOUNDATION</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>1ST | LANCOME | BLANC EXPERT CUSHION COMPACT 50</b></div><div style="text-align: center;">Covers any signs of blemishes completely with a ultra-thin finish, still retaining the look of bare skin.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>2ND | YSL BEAUTY | LE CUSHION ENCRE DE PEAU </b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>3RD | CLINIQUE | SUPER STAY BLOCK BB CUSHION COMPACT 50</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/COSME2016_CREAMFOUND.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>BEST CREAM FOUNDATION</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>1ST | RMK | CREAMY FOUNDATION N</b></div><div style="text-align: center;">A perfect blend of dewy, translucency, and coverage to create the perfect canvas. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>2ND | ETVOS | MINERAL HIGHLIGHT CREAM</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>3RD | ALBION | SMART SKIN VERY RARE</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/COSME2016_BESTFINISHPOWDER.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>BEST FINISHING POWDER</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>1ST | COSME DECORTE | AQ MW FACE POWDER</b></div><div style="text-align: center;">The soft and ultra fine powder adds the perfect finishing touch to your makeup.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>2ND | CANMAKE | MARSHMALLOW FINISH POWDER</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>3RD | CLE DE PEAU BEAUTE | LUMINIZING FACE ENHANCER</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/COSME2016_BESTCONCEALER.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>BEST CONCEALER</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>1ST | NARS | RADIANT CREAMY CONCEALER</b></div><div style="text-align: center;">Moisturizing formula that can stay crease free and tidy.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>2ND | SUHADA KINENBI | FAKE NUDE CONCEALER</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>3RD | CHANEL | LE BLANC LIGHT CREATOR WHITENING CONCEALER</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/COSME2016_bestbbcream.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>BEST BB CREAM</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>1ST | DIOR | DIORSKIN NUDE BB</b></div><div style="text-align: center;">Freshens up your skin with a delicate luster that only adds to what you already have.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>2ND | ESPRIQUE | ECLAT LIQUID BB UV</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>3RD | TWANY | LIPID WEAR BB</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/COSME2016_bestcccream.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>BEST CC CREAM</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>1ST | SK II | AURA ACTIVATOR CC CREAM</b></div><div style="text-align: center;">Adjusts skin texture and brightens and evens out the skin tone that approaches smooth flawless looking skin.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>2ND | SEKKISEI | WHITE CC CREAM</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>3RD | JILL STUART | AIRY TINT WATERY CC CREAM</b></div><br />
To see more of the rankings (there are more!!!), visit their <a href="http://us.cosme.net/bestcosmeRankings/2016/520">global website here</a>.<br />
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</i> <i>Ending note:<br />
Thank you for visiting my little blog, reading what I have to share. </i><br />
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<i>It's not been an easy year for me, but I believe it's equally difficult for everyone else. I hope everyone remembers to stay strong because life isn't a bed of roses! There are happy moments, and unhappy ones. Yet we need the unhappy moments just as much as the happy ones, because it's the darkness that brings out the brightness of light. <br />
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I'm just hoping that in 2017, I can be healthy enough to get back to sharing personal reviews of products, instead of merely sharing information that's already out there. I can't wait to have healthy skin again so I can be my own guinea pig, sharing honest opinions and thoughts, information and knowledge. Because that's the kind of value I want to offer you.</i><br />
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<i>It's silly to wish for an easy time, because it just won't happen. Moreover, an easy time benefits no one. Instead, I wish for everyone to be able to face challenges with the right mindset - that difficult times are merely gym sessions for your mind to make it stronger. With a stronger mind, no challenge will faze you. With the right mindset, you can take anything in your stride. And that makes you impervious to any storms ahead.</i><br />
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<i>xoxo</i><br />
<i>Karman. </i>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1080457771054409489.post-44707787450602444652016-12-23T18:00:00.000+08:002017-07-13T19:11:51.661+08:002016 @COSME BEST COSME AWARD (PART 3)<img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZKN0kz3LMhsvvSbikIag_1MsKecQI5IacKgfV6_OcDtZSlnzi5q8tgBS2v3SE09y9ciuYW79V9IYeMi6yl0knW7iW69daHs-uQBWyJFa1ql3OU1Ogz5ePMBqaQsjifvHWxQHcx4lnqXI/s1600/COSME2016_TITLE3.jpg" /><br />
All the eye, cheek, and lip products!<br />
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After posting about the <a href="http://madokeki.blogspot.com/2016/12/2016-cosme-best-cosme-award-part-1.html">hall of fame</a>, and <a href="http://madokeki.blogspot.com/2016/12/2016-cosme-best-cosme-award-part-2.html">best skin care products</a>, I accidentally skipped foundation products and went head on into the land of colour makeup - namely eyes, cheek and lip makeup. <br />
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You won't mind the slip up, do you? Ah I hear you! Thanks for understanding :D Part 3 will be about point makeup products then! The next part will be about foundation stuff!<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><u><b>EYE MAKEUP</b></u></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/COSME2016_BESTEYESHADOW.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>BEST EYE SHADOW</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>1ST | ADDICTION | THE EYE SHADOW</b></div><div style="text-align: center;">Carefully curated colours are vibrant and shimmery, can be used on its own, or to create gradations.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>2ND | EXCEL | SKINNY RICH SHADOW</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>3RD | ESPRIQUE | SELECT EYE COLOR</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/COSME2016_BESTEYELINER.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>BEST EYE LINER</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>1ST | HEROINE MAKE | SMOOTH LIQUID EYE LINER SUPER KEEP</b></div><div style="text-align: center;">Comes off easily with warm water, but is strongly resistant to sweat and water! Even beginners can get good lines with its super fine tip!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>2ND | D-UP | SILKY LIQUID EYE LINER WP</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>3RD | KATE | DOUBLE LINE FAKER</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/COSME2016_BESTEYEBROW.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>BEST EYEBROW PRODUCT</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>1ST | IPSA | EYEBROW CREATIVE PALETTE</b></div><div style="text-align: center;">The powder quintet allows you to shape, contour, and even colour your eyebrows to your hearts' content!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>2ND | KATE | EYEBROW COLOR N</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>3RD | ETTUSAIS | CHIFFON EYEBROW</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/COSME2016_BESTMASCARA.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>BEST MASCARA</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>1ST | MAJOLICA MAJORCA | LASH EXPANDER EDGE MEISTER</b></div><div style="text-align: center;">Special one-by-one lenghtening effect makes your lashes look long, luxurious, and fluttery.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>2ND | HELENA RUBENSTEIN | LASH QUEEN COBRA BLACK WP</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>3RD | DIOR | MASCARA DIORSHOW DESIGNER</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/COSME2016_BESTLASHPRIMER.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>BEST LASH BASE/TOP COAT</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>1ST | KATE | LASH MAXIMISER </b></div><div style="text-align: center;">A popular choice, it comes in two types (black or white).</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>2ND | ETTUSAIS | LASH VERSION UP</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>3RD | DIOR | DIORSHOW MAXIMISER 3D</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">LIPS, CHEEK, NAIL</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/COSME2016_BESTLIPSTICK.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>BEST LIPSTICK</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>1ST | YSL BEAUTY | ROUGE VOLUPTE SHINE</b></div><div style="text-align: center;">Highly pigmented, it is also infused with hydrating ingredients and imparts a sheer glossiness that make your pout look ultra plump.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>2ND | COSME DECORTE | AQ MW ROUGE GLOW</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>3RD | MAQUILLAGE | DRAMATIC ROUGE</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/COSME2016_BESTLIPGLOSS.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>BEST LIPGLOSS</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>1ST | RMK | LIP JELLY GLOSS</b></div><div style="text-align: center;">A thick gel with sheer colours, it visibly plumps your lips.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>2ND | DIOR | DIOR ADDICT GLOSS</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>3RD | YSL BEAUTY | VOLUPTE TINT IN OIL</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/COSME2016_BESTBLUSHER.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>BEST BLUSHER</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>1ST | MAC | MINERALIZE SKIN FINISH</b></div><div style="text-align: center;">A sheer glow that exudes glamour, it adds dimension to faces.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>2ND | NARS | BLUSH</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>3RD | CHANEL | JOUES CONTRASTE</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/COSME2016_BESTNAILPOLISH.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>BEST NAIL POLISH</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>1ST | ADDICTION | NAIL POLISH</b></div><div style="text-align: center;">Smooth, glossy, and vivid colours, but that's not all! It applies evenly, which makes a world of a difference!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>2ND | NAILHOLIC | NAILHOLIC</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>3RD | INTEGRATE | NAIL COLOR</b></div><br />
If you'd like to look at the rest of the rankings (there are so many!), you can visit their <a href="http://us.cosme.net/bestcosmeRankings">global site</a>. It's in english!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1080457771054409489.post-30733700823728961792016-12-10T18:00:00.000+08:002017-07-13T19:12:49.982+08:002016 @COSME BEST COSME AWARD (PART 2)<img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpxLl0WRUlzeqcoJC847sbP2VYgzp4Avp-1DBYAS2hj1lO3Bn-Io0OXx2mnD_R6HrvvcSVAvWFVe-mJgnhQUtm8vuSOAcg-9zrbGZb1sJOPqSWxbVQGgTNYyM5_kKc7Sm_DQ2SsbwatT0/s1600/COSME2016_TITLE2.jpg" /><br />
Skin care and other stuff..<br />
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After last week's entry on the <a href="http://madokeki.blogspot.com/2016/12/2016-cosme-best-cosme-award-part-1.html">Grand Prize, Hall of Fame, and Best New Buy</a>, we now enter the individual categories, starting off with Basic Skin Care, and Special Skin care.<br />
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The brief comment about the 1st place product is translated from the official @cosme website, but I might have added some salt and pepper to tie up loose ends because my non existent Japanese knowledge is shit.<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><u><b>BASIC SKIN CARE</b></u></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/COSME2016_CLEANSING.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>BEST MAKEUP REMOVER</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>1ST | ATTENIR | SKIN CLEAR CLEANSE OIL AROMA TYPE</b></div><div style="text-align: center;">The solution to change dull skin to clear skin.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b> <b>2ND | BIFESTA | EYE MAKEUP REMOVER</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b> <b>3RD | SHU UEMURA | ULTIME8 SUBLIME BEAUTY CLEANSING OIL</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/COSME2016_facewash.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>BEST FACE WASH</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b> <b>1ST | COW BRAND MUTENKA FACE CARE SERIES | COW BRAND MUTENKA MOISTURIZING FACE WASH</b></div><div style="text-align: center;">Lathers up into a thick cushion-like foam that cleans your face and leave it moisturized at the same time. (Note: Mutenka means the product is formulated without unnecessary ingredients that might irritate skin. But it's kinda like how food like to say they are gluten-free/fat-free/sugar-free for marketing purpose.)</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>2ND | D PROGRAM | CONDITIONING WASH</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b> <b>3RD | BIFESTA | FOAMING WHIP (BRIGHT UP)</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/COSME2016_toner.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>BEST TONER</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b> <b>1ST | SK II | FACIAL TREATMENT ESSENCE</b></div><div style="text-align: center;">A toner functioning like an essence, it hydrates and supports the skin to improve its integrity.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>2ND | MUJI | LIGHT TONING WATER (HIGH MOISTURE TYPE)</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b> <b>3RD | COSME DECORTE | LIPOSOME TREATMENT LIQUID</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/COSME2016_SERUM.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>BEST SERUM/ESSENCE</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b> <b>1ST | ALBION | ECLAFUTUR</b></div><div style="text-align: center;">Attracts and locks in moisture, keeping your skin plump and refined.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b> <b>2ND | NATURIE | SKIN CONDITIONING GEL (JOB'S TEARS MOISTURIZING GEL)</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b> <b>3RD | IPSA | THE TIME R DAY ESSENCE STICK</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/COSME2016_lotion.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>BEST LOTION</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b> <b>1ST | MINON | AMINO MOIST MOISTURE MILK</b></div><div style="text-align: center;">Deeply moisturizes skin with its smooth and gentle formula.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b> <b>2ND | EXAGE | EXAGE WHITE PURE WHITE MILK II</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b> <b>3RD | EXAGE | ACTIVATION MOISTURE MILK III</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/COSME2016_CREAM.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>BEST CREAM</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b> <b>1ST | NIVEA | NIVEA SOFT SKIN CARE CREAM</b></div><div style="text-align: center;">Long lasting moisture and smoothness. Can be used on the entire body (and face)!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b> <b>2ND | ELIXIR | ELIXIR SUPERIEUR ENRICHED CREAM CB</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b> <b>3RD | ELIXIR | ELIXIR SUPERIEUR SLEEPING GEL PACK W</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/COSME2016_SUNSCREEN.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>BEST SUNSCREEN</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b> <b>1ST | BIORE | AQUA RICH WATERY ESSENCE SPF 50+ PA ++++</b></div><div style="text-align: center;">One of the highest SPF protection, it's surprisingly refreshing and light weight!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b> <b>2ND | ANESSA | PERFECT UV AQUA BOOSTER SPF 50+ PA ++++</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b> <b>3RD | COSME DECORTE | SUN SHELTER AG SPF 50+ PA ++++</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><u><b><br />
</b></u> <u><b>SPECIAL SKIN CARE </b></u></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/COSME2016_LIPCARE.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>BEST LIP CARE</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b> <b>1ST | DIOR | DIOR ADDICT LIP GLOW</b></div><div style="text-align: center;">Brings out your original lip colour by enhancing it with a little more vibrancy, while nourishing your lips.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b> <b>2ND | NIVEA | NIVEA CREME CARE LIP BALM (HONEY FLAVOUR)</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b> <b>3RD | NIVEA | NIVEA CREME CARE LIP BALM (UNSCENTED)</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/COSME2016_OIL.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>BEST OIL</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b> <b>1ST | KNEIPP</b></div><div style="text-align: center;">An oil that can be use for the face and body, it smoothens your skin in one single step.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b> <b>2ND | SUN WHITE | SUN WHITE P-1</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b> <b>3RD | TRILOGY | ROSEHIP OIL</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/COSME2016_EYECARE.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>BEST EYE CARE</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b> <b>1ST | BA | THE EYE CREAM</b></div><div style="text-align: center;">Brightens your eyes with its special anti aging formula.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>2ND | ATTENIR | EYE EXTRA SERUM</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b> <b>3RD | ASTALIFT | EYE CREAM</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/COSME2016_SHEETMASK.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>BEST SHEET MASK</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b> <b>1ST | MINON | AMINO MOIST MOIST SKIN MASK</b></div><div style="text-align: center;">Beautifying serum penetrates deep into the skin.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b> <b>2ND | SABOLINO | MEZAMA SHEET</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b> <b>3RD | SK II | FACIAL TREATMENT MASK</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/COSME2016_EXFOLIATOR.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>BEST EXFOLIATOR</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>1ST | LUSH | MASK OF MAGNANIMITY</b></div><div style="text-align: center;">A natural scrub and clay combo that leave your skin squeaky clean.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>2ND | ROSETTE | ROSETTE GOMMAGE PEELING GEL</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>3RD | HOLLYWOOD | ORCHID PICKUP MASK A</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/COSME2016_EXFOLIATOR.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>BEST EYELASH SERUM</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>1ST | SHISEIDO PROFESSIONAL | ADENOVITAL EYELASH SERUM</b></div><div style="text-align: center;">Repairs damaged lashes, revitalizing its length and volume.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>2ND | COSME DECORTE | AQ MW LASH REVOLUTION</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>3RD | DHC | EXTRA BEAUTY EYE LASH TONIC</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/COSME2016_SKINPOWDER.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>BEST SKIN CARE POWDER</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>1ST | MAQUILLAGE | SNOW BEAUTY III</b></div><div style="text-align: center;">This dual functioning powder whitens your skin at night, but can be used during day time as well.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>2ND | PIGEON | MEDICATED BABY POWDER</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>3RD | SHISEIDO | WHITE LUCENT BRIGHTENING SKIN CARE POWDER N</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/COSME2016_massage.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>BEST MASSAGING PRODUCTS</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>1ST | LUSH | FULL OF GRACE</b></div><div style="text-align: center;">When heated to body temperature, the luxuriously moisturizing bar melts a little and glides over your skin to hydrates it.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>2ND | EST | ACTIVATE CIRCULATOR</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br />
</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>3RD | COSME DECORTE | CELLGENIE LIPID OIL MASK</b></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1080457771054409489.post-529769542588110052016-12-04T18:00:00.000+08:002017-07-13T19:13:38.015+08:002016 @COSME BEST COSME AWARD (PART 1)<img alt="2016 @cosme best cosme awards" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhG8DkwVCCdz1uSksU_anwRxXeOlWeGup5By18qlnvR57LEecEvc9ZEDxhiLb8RClc_3IFrmH-ADX3nPlS9ZdzHgiOWd5IXlC90mLC9bQoNvDbI_bBfLjKmsd6acQmXoqNOyhYP1dPjWAE/s1600/COSME2016_BESTAWARD1_TITLE.jpg" title="" /><br />
<b>Here we go again~</b><br />
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It's the time of the year again! @cosme has recently released the winners of the Best Cosmetics Award of 2016.<br />
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It just seems as though the categories breed new ones after every year. In part 1, I'm sharing the Grand Prize category, Hall of Fame category, and the Best New Buy category.<br />
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Case in point, for a product to be eligible in the Best New Buy category, it must be released between May 2016 and end October 2016.<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><b>GRAND PRIZE</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/COSME2016_GRANDPRIZE.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>1ST: ADDICTION | THE EYESHADOW</b></div><div style="text-align: center;">With more than 90 shades to choose from, you can exercise your creativity. With its strong pigment and long wearing formula, you'll fall in love with it.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>2ND: YSL | ROUGE VOLUPE SHINE</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>3RD: COSME DECORTE | AQ MW FACE POWDER</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>HALL OF FAME</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/COSME2016_HALLOFFAME1.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>FANCL | MILD CLEANSING OIL</b></div><div style="text-align: center;">No more rubbing required! It removes your make up while leaving your skin moisturized.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">Past winner (1st place) of the 2014 and 2015 Best Cleanser category.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>CUREL | INTENSIVE MOISTURE CREAM</b></div><div style="text-align: center;">Deeply moisturizing but not sticky! </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">Past winner (1st place) of the 2015 and 2015 Best Cream category.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>HABA | SQUALANE</b></div><div style="text-align: center;">With a impressive following for the past 3 decades, this oil is a perfect match for your skin as it absorbs very quickly.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">Past winner (1st place) of the 2012 Oil/Balm category, and 2015 Best Oil category.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>EXCEL | POWDER AND PENCIL EYEBROW EX</b></div><div style="text-align: center;">Anyone can get their brows on fleek (fuller, beautiful, and perfect) brows with this 3 in 1 pencil.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/COSME2016_HALLOFFAME2.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>LANCOME | VIRTUOSE DOLL EYE</b></div><div style="text-align: center;">Delicate and natural looking lashes that maintains its length and curl.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">Past winner (1st place) of the 2012 an 2013 Best Mascara category.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>DAISO | SILICON MOISTURIZING FACE MASK</b></div><div style="text-align: center;">Something you won't regret buying, not only does it work, but also because it only cost a dollar after all!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>MTG | REFA CARAT</b></div><div style="text-align: center;">Relax and tone your body (and face) with this deep massage.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">Past winner (1st place) of the Best Beauty Appliance category.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>LAURIER | SHIAWASE SUHADA F</b></div><div style="text-align: center;">Better absorbance and gentle on your skin, it can take away the discomfort during your shark week!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">Past winner (1st place) of the 2014 Best Sanitary Napkin category, and 2015 Best Sanitary Product category.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>BEST NEW BUY</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/COSME2016_BESTNEWBUY1.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>MAKE UP</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>MAQUILLAGE | ESSENCE GEL ROUGE</b></div><div style="text-align: center;">How to get a pillowy pout? With this lip gel that is infused with moisturizing ingredients and essence of course!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/COSME2016_BESTNEWBUY2.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>BASE MAKEUP/FOUNDATION</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>ALBION | SMART SKIN VERY RARE</b></div><div style="text-align: center;">With a souffle texture, this foundation gives you a natural and airy finish.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/COSME2016_BESTNEWBUY3.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>SKIN CARE</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>NIVEA | RICH CARE AND COLOR LIP</b></div><div style="text-align: center;">Moisturizes your lips with a translucent pop of colour and a sheer gloss.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/COSME2016_BESTNEWBUY4.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>HAIR CARE</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>LOREAL PARIS | EXTRADORDINARY OIL LA CREME LAVANTE CLEANSING CREAM (MOISTURIZING)</b></div><div style="text-align: center;">A one step cleansing and conditioning product that leaves your hair and scalp clean and conditioned.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/COSME2016_BESTNEWBUY5.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>BODY CARE</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>ATRIX | HAND MILK</b></div><div style="text-align: center;">Apply to your wet hands and wash it off, it'll leave your hands supple and soft.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/COSME2016_BESTNEWBUY6.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>FRAGRANCE</b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>DIOR | MISS DIOR ABSOLUTELY BLOOMING</b></div><div style="text-align: center;">A blend of bright and fresh floral scents.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v398/chocobean/madokeki/cosme/COSME2016_BESTNEWBUY7.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>SOFLAN | QUEEN'S SILK BRILLIANT ROSE AROMA SOFTENER</b></div><div style="text-align: center;">This turns your clothes and fabrics into a rose scented silky veil.</div><br />
If you're impatient and wants to look at the entire list of rankings, you can visit their <a href="http://us.cosme.net/bestcosmeRankings/2016/486">global site for the ranking here!</a> Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0