Review: Sleek I-Divine Oh So Special Palette

Product Info from SLEEK Makeup:

It’s the ultimate i-Divine that every woman should have in her possession, with 12 flattering on-trend shades to suit all skin tones no matter what the occasion, the Oh So Special palette will always deliver the perfect results.



Take your look from day time chic with matte browns and creamy beiges, through to sultry evening glamour with shimmering grays and smokey plums. A make-up bag staple and a must-have i-Divine you can rely on, so no matter where you are or what you’re doing you’ll look Oh So Special!

RETAIL PRICE: $12.60 on Sleek website.



WEIGHT: 12 x 1.1 grams

PROS:

* eyeshadow is mineral based

* palette is sleek and easy fits in your makeup bag.

* a mixture of 5 shimmery & 7 matte shades.

* good color-pay off even without primer (similar to the Carribean Palette)

* minimal fall-outs due to its creamy, buttery texture.

* amazing staying power

* minimal creasing on the inner corners of my eye

* all shades are non-chalky IMO.

CONS:

* not available locally.





TIPS:

* Use a fluffy eyeshadow brush with a bit of loose powder to remove eyeshadow fall-outs.

* The NOIR shade can also be used as eyeliner, just wet your eyeliner brush and apply the shade on your upper lashline. You can also use this to set your black pencil or gel eyeliner.

I RECOMMEND THIS TO:

Ladies who love neutral shades that can used everyday for school, office and gimmicks.





OVERALL:

You know I'm a sucker for neutral shades! This palette is a must have for me!



Fyi, SLEEK Makeup will be releasing their NUDE COLLECTION this fall, I'm already excited! Their I-Divine Au Naturel Palette looks promising.

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From left:

1. Bow (matte) - perfect shade to highlight the browbone

2. Organza (irridescent shimmer) - my fave as lid wash

3. Ribbon (matte)

4. Gift Basket (shimmer) - i always pair this shade with Organza/Gateau

5. Glitz (shimmer)

6. Celebrate (shimmer)

7. Pamper (matte)

8. Gateau (irridescent shimmer) - my other fave as lid wash

9. The Mail (matte)

10. Boxed (matte)

11. Wrapped up (matte)

12. Noir (matte)

Till next time,

Disclaimer: Products were sent for PR purposes.

This is not a paid review and is solely based on my honest opinions.

Review: Revlon Photoready Two Way Powder Foundation SPF 19

Product Info from box:

Photochromatic pigments bend, reflect and diffuse light to erase every flaw.

Silky smooth jet-milled powder for a soft matte finish.

Oil-free. Fragrance-free.

RETAIL PRICE: Will verify price. I think this costs between Php 800-900.



WEIGHT: 10.5 grams



SHADES: Will check.

PROS:

* i love products with SPF!

* Shell 004 matches my NC20 skintone.

* powder is finely milled similar to my KATE Mineral Powder Foundation.

* easy to apply using a damp/dry sponge or a brush.

* non-cakey; looks very natural in pictures and even in person.

* no whitish cast on photos

* medium to full buildable coverage - covers pores and slight imperfections.

* I love the finish, not too matte or dewy looking IMO.

* good oil-control

CONS:

* it has a slight weird smell but the scent goes away a few minutes after application.

* i still need to use concealer on my dark undereyes and some pimple marks.





TIPS:

* Always wash the sponge with a mild shampoo or anti-bacterial liquid to prevent breakouts.

* For a sheer coverage use a Kabuki brush to set BB cream or foundation.

* For a medium to full coverage, slightly damp the sponge and apply in thin layers.

I RECOMMEND THIS TO:

I highly recommend this to powder foundation lovers and to those who are too lazy to use liquid foundation.





OVERALL:

A very good, inexpensive powder foundation that is so easy to use! I really LOVE the Photoready line, but I only use their foundations during special occassions. On normal days, I just stick to BB Creams. Oh, I can't wait for the Photoready stick concealer to be available locally =)

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Sleek black compact - looks so classy IMO!

I think the size is almost similar to the Photoready Compact Makeup.



Revlon Photoready Two Way Powder Foundation in 004 Shell



Ingredients (click photo to zoom)



Swatches





I love how natural it looks!





For my FOTD, check my previous post HERE.





Till next time,

Disclaimer: Products were sent for PR purposes.

This is not a paid review and is solely based on my honest opinions.

Review: Sleek Curacao I-Divine Eyeshadow Palette from Carribean Collection

Inspired by dynamic colours reminiscent of the Carribean, Sleek MakeUp has launched a Limited Edition Carribean Collection that combines 2 key Sring/Summer 2011 trends: 1970's beauty and bold brights to catapult you into that holiday feeling.

I will be reviewing first the Curacao I-Divine Eyeshadow Palette.

Product Info from SLEEK MAKEUP:

Jet off into paradise with the Curacao I-Divine 12 pc. Eyeshadow palette, a mix of bold corals, ocean blue hues, and tangerine brights. Sleek MakeUp's high colour pigmentation helps recreate the stand-out orange eyes rocked by Hollywood hottie Scarlett Johanssen and Pop Queen Fergie this Spring. Bright eyes are back; wear vivid sweep of coral or lucid yellow as seen at the Derek Lam and Peter Som fashion shows in 2011.

RETAIL PRICE: $10.50 on Sleek website.



WEIGHT: 12 x 1.1 grams

PROS:

* eyeshadow is mineral based, so lesser chance of allergies.

* palette is sleek and easy fits in your makeup bag.

* a mixture of 6 matte & 6 shimmery shades.

* really pigmented ; good color-pay off even without primer.

* minimal fall-outs due to its creamy, buttery texture.

* unscented

* amazing staying power; color did not fade throughout the day.

* darker shades can be used as eyeliner.

* minimal creasing on the inner corners of my eye (after 6 hours - not bad at all!)

Note: I have slightly oily lids.

CONS:

* not available locally.

* some shades are chalky (blue lagoon & screwdriver)





TIPS:

* Due to its creamy powder formula, I've noticed that it's best when you use a natural hair eyeshadow brush for easier application and to minimize fall-outs, if you don't own one you can also use your fingertips or the applicator provided.

* If your eyelids are not that oily like mine you can get away without using an eye primer, but if you have oily lids I highly recommend using one.

I RECOMMEND THIS TO:

Anyone who's a fan of bright colored eye makeup!





OVERALL:

The shades are really vibrant and pretty, but they are to bright for my liking... I prefer the Sleek Oh So Special palette for everyday use (will post swatches soon). Don't worry this palette won't go to waste, we are planning a photoshoot this month and I'm definitely using this!

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From left:

Pardon the color description =)

1. Tequila Sunrise (shimmer) - orange with gold

2. Martini (shimmer) - bright white

3. Blue Hawaiian (matte) - sky blue

4. Bloody Mary (matte) - orangey- red

5. Screwdriver (matte) - canary yellow

6. Green Iguana (shimmer) - leafy green

7. Apres Midori (shimmer) - emerald green

8. Blue Lagoon (matte) - maya blue?

9. Purple Haze (matte) - purple w/ blue

10. Green Martini (shimmer) - olive green with gold

11. Singapore Sling (shimmer) - fuchsia with blue tones

12. Espresso Martini (matte) - pure black

Till next time,

Disclaimer: Products were sent for PR purposes.

This is not a paid review and is solely based on my honest opinions.

Review: Skin79 Super Plus Hot Pink BB Cream

Product Info from SKIN79:

* Lighter feel and sebum control - more powerful sebum sebum-controlling ingredients kava & pursiane extracts will exhibit an oil-free soft skin that is not sticky.
* Up the water absorption - helps skin retain moisture & display a moist & smooth skintone.
* All day whitening & wrinkle skin care - the skincare that changes dark & dry skin into transparent & clear and maintains wrinkles to show a smooth and elastic skin.
* 10 in 1 non-stop solution - whitening + wrinkles + sebum + moisture + skin barrier + UV + perfection + corrects skintone + skin adhesion + base makeup. The complete BB cream for a busy person.
* Protects against UV radiation - SPF 25++ PA protects UVA & UVB, and protects your skin at all times.

RETAIL PRICE: Regular price is HK$224 (about Php 1,300) but I got this on sale for less than Php 1,000. I bought this during my Hongkong trip a month ago.

WEIGHT: 40 grams

SHADES : Available in 1 shade only.


PROS:
* super cute hot pink packaging
* the pump dispenses just enough amount product ; I only need 2 pumps for my face & neck.
* has SPF 25
* texture is a bit thicker than Purederm but not as thick as Dr. Jart Silver label.
* offers sheer to medium coverage.
* no whitish cast
* brightens my face like other BB creams

CONS:
* not available locally. If you want to buy one, try Ebay or Multiply shops.
* available in only 1 shade and fits NC20-35 skintones IMO.
* oil control is so-so, after 3 hours my t-zone starts to look shiny (when used without primer).
* has a greyish undertone (see side by side pics with Dr. Jart)
* oxidizes during the day



TIPS:
* After washing your face, apply right after skincare products.
* For oily skin, apply primer prior to BB cream application. Set with loose powder/pressed powder with good oil control.
* To avoid looking cakey, blot your face first using oil absorbing sheets before applying powder.
* Please remove all traces of BB cream/makeup before going to bed to avoid clogging your pores.


I RECOMMEND THIS TO:
Ladies with dry-normal skin that needs minimal coverage.


OVERALL:
Okay so this is the 9th BB cream that I've tried. I wish the staying power is good and the shade is kinda lighter coz I'm acidic, but that can be fixed using a good primer and a lighter shade of powder.

My all time favorite is Dr. Jart Silver Label because of its coverage and staying power. I even asked my bro in law who's based in Hongkong to buy a back-up for me coz its much cheaper there. Will post swatches of all my BB creams soon (I alternate using Missha Perfect cover #13, Purederm Magic BB cream, Skin79 and Dr. Jart Silver label).

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List of Ingredients

Tangerine oil - grants liveliness
Arbutin - whitening
Ceramide 3 - supplies moisture
Sunflower seed, rice bran, ivy & green tea - skin protection
Adesonine - improves wrinkles and elasticity
Phyto-complex - supplies nutrition to skin

Swatch:

Dr. Jart Silver label vs. Skin79 Super Beblesh balm

When blended

If you plan to purchase online, please beware of FAKE Skin79 BB Creams.

To check whether its authentic or not, check out this post from Little Makeup Box.

Till next time,

Review: Kanebo Kate Gel Eyeliner

Kate Gel Eyeliner in BK-2

Product Info from KATE:
A waterproof gel type eyeliner for a long-lasting finish.

RETAIL PRICE: Php 660.00. Available at SM malls.

WEIGHT: 2.5 grams

SHADES : Available in 6 shades.












PROS:

* waterproof (see pics below)
* easy to remove with eye makeup remover
* very creamy and pigmented
* glides like a dream - does not tug my lids.
* pot is made of glass thus preventing the gel eyeliner from drying easily compared to plastic pots.
* no smudging, flaking, and fading throughout the day.

CONS:
* KATE is not yet available here in Cebu city.
* No free brush included. Am I asking too much?! hehe


TIPS:
* always keep the cap tightly closed.
* always clean your eyeliner brush after using with a cotton pad + a few drops eye makeup remover.

I RECOMMEND THIS TO:
Anyone who loves/wants to try gel eyeliners.


OVERALL:
I recently dyed my hair 2 shades lighter (I used Revlon Colorsilk Light Golden brown #54) and using a black eyeliner during daytime looks too harsh on me, so this is an alternative to a jet black shade to soften my face.

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Notice the tiny gold specks/shimmers?

Swatch

I meant blackish-brown with gold flecks.

Placed my hand under running water for a few seconds and rubbed it 20x.
Staying power is amazing noh?!

What's your favorite gel eyeliner brand and shade?

Till next time,

Disclaimer: Products were sent for PR purposes.
This is not a paid review and is solely based on my honest opinions.

Review: Kanebo Kate Blendzone Eyeshadow Duo

Kate Blendzone eyeshadow in GD-1

Product Info from KATE:

An eyeshadow palette with two shades that can be used individually or mixed, and can be easily blended for a fine gradation.

RETAIL PRICE: Php 780.00

WEIGHT: 1.6 grams

SHADES : Available in 8 shades.

PROS:

* non-chalky; powder is finely milled
* good staying power even without primer
* color didn't fade throughout the day
* sheer but buildable color
* creamy, easy to blend
* has a crystal-like see through window so that you can easily see the colors.

CONS:
* if you're not a fan of shimmery eyeshadows.
* KATE is not yet available here in Cebu city.


TIPS:
* use the sponge tip applicator if you want a heavier look, or an eyeshadow brush if you want a sheer wash of color.
* if you have oily lids, prime your lids before applying eyeshadow. I'm using Too Faced Shadow Insurance or L'oreal HIP cream shadow paint in Secretive.

I RECOMMEND THIS TO:
Anyone who loves shimmery eyeshadows!


OVERALL:
I usually prefer neutral shades when it comes to eyeshadows. The shades that I got are versatile coz it can be used for day or night looks. This is the first time I've tried an eyeshadow from a Japanese brand and I really love the its creamy texture.

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Kate Blendzone eyeshadow duo in GD-1

Swatches

Without primer | With primer

EOTD

1. Darkest shade applied close to the lashline.
2. Mix the 2 shades and apply it on the crease.
3. Highlight the browbone and the inner corners using the lightest shade.

Till next time,

Disclaimer: Products were sent for PR purposes.
This is not a paid review and is solely based on my honest opinions.

Review: Revlon Colorburst Lipgloss

Revlon Colorburst Lipgloss in Fire and Rosegold

Product Info from Revlon:

A pop of weightless color with vivid, mirror-like shine. Outshines everything but you!
• Micro-crystal formula for 5X the shine of patent leather
• Plush applicator shaped to curves of your lips for smooth, even application of color
• Revlon ColorBurst’s Elasticolor™ technology for rich color with a weightless feel
• Moisturizers and anti-oxidants such as sweet almond oil and vitamin E conditions and improves lip texture

RETAIL PRICE: Php 545.00

WEIGHT: 5.9 ml

SHADES : Available in 15 shades.

PROS:

* packaging is classy similar to the Colorburst lipsticks.
* ultra-shiny and non-sticky
* lasts for about 4 hours with occassional drinking.
* does not dry out my lips
* a tube contains a lot of product!
* the paddle looking wand is pliable - its easy to use especially on the inner corners of my lips.
* good color pay-off especially the FIRE shade, I only apply a little amount for a very natural looking lip stain.
* yummy butterscotch scent!

CONS:
* may settle into fine lines once the color starts to fade (FIRE shade).


TIPS:
* even though the formula is moisturising don't forget to apply lipbalm underneath.
* gloss can be used alone or applied over lipstick.
* for hygenic purposes wipe with the wand with tissue after application.

I RECOMMEND THIS TO:
If you prefer non-sticky glosses I'm sure you'll love this...


OVERALL:
Call me weird but I prefer the sticky texture of Revlon Creme Glosses coz they last longer and moisturises your lips well compared to non-sticky ones but that depends on your preference =)

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Close up of the wand

Swatches

Fire - bright red

Rosegold - golden peach

Ingredients

Btw, please check out Coleen Garcia's video for Revlon Colorburst Lipgloss.
Click HERE to view.

Till next time,

Disclaimer: Products were sent for PR purposes.
This is not a paid review and is solely based on my honest opinions.