Showing posts with label cosmetics. Show all posts
Showing posts with label cosmetics. Show all posts

Tuesday, August 11, 2009

Massive Korean Haul


My Korean Haul arrived today!!! sweeeeeeeeeeeet.... :D


I purchased them at Korean retail prices - which makes them EXTREMELY heavenly! :D :D :D
I'm indeed a VERY happy girl. Reviews will be up next!




:: Skincare products purchased ::

  • Skinfood Parsley & Mandarin Essence
  • Skinfood Black Sesame Hot Mask
  • Skinfood Black Sugar Mask
  • Skinfood Fermented Pomergranate Whitening Sleeping Mask
  • Beauty Credit (sOmang) Coenzyme Q10 Peeling Gel





    :: Cosmetics products purchased ::
  • Skinfood Peach Sake Silky Finish Powder
  • Beauty Credit (Somang) Coenzyme Q10 BB Cream SPF46/PA++
  • Etude House Mineral Makeup Essence
  • Beauty Credit (sOmang) Lovely Oven Bake Blusher #02
  • Beauty Credit (sOmang) Lovely Oven Bake Blusher #03


:: Samples Received::

  • Skinfood Summer Travel Set - Fermented Wormwood Rich Body Wash, Aloe Vera Foaming Cleanser Hop Beer Hair Wash, Hop Bear Hair Conditioner
  • Skinfood Black Raspberry Toner X2
  • Skinfood Black Raspberry Emulsion X2
  • Skinfood Rice Wash Off Mask X2
  • Skinfood Fresh Juice C Serum
  • Skinfood Agave Cactus Cream
  • Etude House Perfect Proof Sun Guard X2
  • Beauty Credit (sOmang) Skin Shower Cleansing (Green Tea)


The samples definitely outweighed the products I've purchased. I so LOVE Korea, and I NEED to be there soon. There were actually more actually - particularly those for individuals with extremely dry skin -I gave them away. :S Anyhows, just so you guys know - Beauty Credit actually gives away retail size bottles for samples. Yes shoot me again! I rejected those samples because they didn't suit my skin type.

THANK YOU South Korean Government for nurturing your people and enabling them to aid in the development of such wonderful brands - though I know your economy gains tremendously from their assistance, I still LOVE you for all my hauls! They make the shopaholic me very happy! Cheerios!

*Reviews will be up in a week :D *


Saturday, July 11, 2009

Update on Silkygirl BB Cream

Hey guys,



Here's an update for the Silkygirl BB Cream. Basically, I had it on for the whole day approximately 12 hours (unlike the previous time whereby I had it on for about 6 hours) - my face looks disgusting or should i say chalky at the moment. I have this feeling that my oily/combination skin had caused this BB Cream to react and be in the present state. Sincerely, I would not purchase this cream EVER! My face is beyond ghastly.


This picture will elaborate further:




Sidenote: Just so you guys know, the BB cream wears off easily - a simple rub would 'expose' your actual skin. I apologise for not informing you guys earlier. My bad for not taking a longer test run.

Anyhows, If you guys wish to try out GOOD and recommended BB Creams (I support BRTC BB Creams by the way), here's a webbie for you to grab FREE, I repleat, FREE samples!



Monday, July 6, 2009

Mac Cosmetic Prices

Hey Guys,

According to my study, the MAC Cosmetic Prices in the U.K have just recently increased. Thus, it has actually equalized with the prices in Singapore. (There's just a tinge bit of difference - a couple of cents that is.) Here's a short ranking chart of the Cheaper MAC Cosmetic Prices over the globe.

  1. United States
  2. Canada
  3. Malaysia
  4. United Kingdom
  5. Singapore
  6. France
  7. Korea

My MAC hauling days in London are over :(

Anyhows, here's the link to my previous post if you wish to enquire about the MAC Cosmetic Prices in Singapore -

http://rantsreviewspreviews.blogspot.com/2009/06/mac-cosmetic-prices-in-singapore-after.html

Saturday, July 4, 2009

Silkygirl BB Cream

Apologies for not having updated in so long. I have been pretty busy with my assignments in school thus I haven't had the time to update. My Finance Module is really taking a toll on me. Anyhow, here's a new BB cream review. Apparently, the BB Cream craze has not died of yet- drug store brands are even coming up with their very own formula. I hereby present to you, the Silkygirl BB Cream endorsed by local Mediacorp artist Felicia Chin.

Silkygirl Magic BB Cream in Shade (02) Radiant



The Description


Swatch of the BB Cream






The Aftermath

Price: $15.90 (25ml tube) - There's a $2 discount at the moment so, I actually purchased it at $13.90


Available at: Guardian Pharmacies & Watson Stores


Coverage: Average but Buildable


Oil Control: If you've tried the Skinfood Aloe BB Cream, I would say that this BB Cream has better oil control over the related. It could be due to its texture but I must say that I did not even need to blot my skin.


Shade: Alike foundation. The Natural Shade (01) is a tinge bit darker that the Radiant (02) one. As I was confused with both the shades (Thinking along the Skinfood/Missha BB Cream Shade outline, I actually purchased the Radiant, which by the way was too light for my skin. :/ )


Texture: An easy to blend watery texture, however it dries up pretty quickly.


Finish: You get a matte powdery finish. (This could be the reason for the good oil control) There wouldn't be an slight dewy effect. Do note that application of 2 or more layers would make one look slightly caked up


Remarks: Thus far, I haven't had any breakouts from this product and I must say that I might re-purchase again IF the natural shade fits my skintone and if I have the cash to spill. If you have good skin and wouldn't need much of coverage, this BB Cream would be good for you. Oh yes, and this Magic BB Cream is actually manufactured in Thailand.

Sunday, June 21, 2009

FREE SAMPLES!

Hey Guys,

Are you often rejected by Sales Assistants (SAs) when you request for Free samples? Personally, I know how it feels. They often give you the ' what-the-hell-you-have-no-money look!" Never have they had the thought that our skin is our utmost concern; thus we genuinely wish to try out their products before purchasing at retail prices. WE HAVE MONEY! OK!

Always wanted to test out drug store products but am unsure of where to get them? Well, worry no more! Here's a great Site for trying out samples! All you need to do is - Sign Up, Click on what you wish to sample and pay for postage. Postage is normally 80cents per item - JUST 80CENTS! Every user is awarded 6 points - which equates to 2 points per sample. So, you can always check out 3 samples at one go! Imagine trying out 3 different samples at $2.40 only. Certain samples hold values of as high as $10 and some even have discount coupons!!! When you've received your item, review it on the site, and get 6 points back. It's an ongoing cycle. How cool is that?

Here's a list of the samples the site is currently holding :

Bodycare

  1. Narurenu Honey Mango Body Butter
  2. YES To Carroots Body Butter
  3. Vichy Capital Soleil Milk Gel Protection SPF 50+
  4. Eucerin PH5 Lotion F
  5. Eucerin PH5 Wash Lotion
  6. Johnsons & Johnsons 24 Hour Lasting Mosture Body Lotion
  7. PStyle Body Maker Renewal Gel

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Cosmetics (BB Cream fans, this is for you!!!)

  1. Maybelline Angelfit Liquid Foundation
  2. Lioele Beyond Solution BB Cream (Top#10)
  3. Lioele Freash Sun Screen SPF 45/PA++
  4. Loreal True Match Two Way Powder Foundation (Top#10)
  5. BRTC Gold Caviar BB Cream
  6. BRTC Whitening & Wrinkle Repair BB Cream
  7. BRTC Protect Multiplex balm BB Cream SPF 20++
  8. BRTC Jasmine Water BB Cream Spf30 PA++ (Top#10)
  9. BRTC Glossy BB Cream
  10. BRTC Glossy Shining BB Cream
  11. Rojukiss Spot Light BB Cream
  12. Lotree Base Makeup
  13. Dr. Gowoonsesang BB Cream
  14. Lioele Waterdrop BB Cream SPF 27PA++

BRTC BB Creams are rated the Best BB Creams in the Korean market - thus, the costly price.

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Eyecare

  1. Complete Easy Rub Multi Purpose Solution
  2. Encore All in One Solution
  3. P2 Revitalise Multi Purpose Solution
  4. Vichy Bi White Advanced Anti-Dark Circles Whitening Corrective Eye Care

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Facial Paper

  1. Gatsby Oil Clear Sheet

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Feminine Wash

  1. Summer's Eve Feminine Wash
  2. Enchant Sham

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Hair Care

  1. Loreal Elseve Nutri Gloss Light Shampoo
  2. Loreal Elseve Nutri Gloss Shampoo
  3. Loreal Elseve Damage Care Shampoo
  4. Loreal Elseve Re Nutrition Shampoo
  5. Loreal Elseve Re Nutrition Day Serum
  6. Loreal Elseve Re Nutrution Repleanishing Mask
  7. Loreal Elseve Nutri Smooth Intese Anti-Frizz Serum
  8. Asience Shine Terapy
  9. Asience Deep Norish (Top#10)
  10. Asience Moisture Balance (Top#10)
  11. Amby London Hex Matt Scraper
  12. Amby London Hex Solid Erekt
  13. Amby London Hex Twisted Fibre
  14. Amby London Hex Energy Gum
  15. Amby London Hex Spiky Gel
  16. Quick Touch 1min Hair Colour
  17. Cest Natureal Intensive Mud Hair Mask
  18. Cest Naturel Hair Detangler
  19. Cest Naturel Calming Mineral Shampoo

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Make-Up Remover

  1. Neutrogena Deep Clean Cleansing Oil

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Non-Exposure Tape

  1. Nexcare Non Exposure Tapes

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Perfume

  1. Hugh Pasons Regent Street London EDP Men
  2. Hugh Pasons 99 Regent Street London EDP Men
  3. Acqua Di Portofino EDP
  4. Blue Pollack Ocean Fragrance
  5. Pink Princesse EDP

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Sanitary Napkins

  1. Laurier F Day Napkin 22.5cm

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Skin Care

  1. Eucerin Dermo Purfiyer Cleanser
  2. Eucerin Dermo Purfiyer Scrub
  3. Eucerin Sebum Reducing Cleansing Gel
  4. Eucerin Hydro Balance Refreshing Hydrating Cream
  5. Naturenu Wild Rose Hand and Nail Creme
  6. Natural Face Lift Series
  7. Nugeno Deep Cleasner
  8. Nuteen Oil Control Series
  9. Bio-Essence Marvel Mask
  10. Bio-Essence Radiant Youth Essence
  11. Bio-Essence Face Lifting Cream
  12. Bio-Essence Bio Cell Repair Rejuvenating Serum with PP
  13. Bio-Essence Skin White Revitalizing Exfoliator with PP
  14. Bio-Essence Tanaka White Perfection Lotion SPF 15
  15. Bio-Essence Tanaka White Renewal Night Cream
  16. Ginvera Nutriwhite Marvel Gel And Nutriwhite Lotion
  17. Ginvera Nutriwhite 24Hr Radiance Nourishing Cream
  18. Vichy Normader Anti-Imperfection Hydrating Care (Top#10)
  19. Vichy U.V Activ Daily Protective Anti Pigmentation Fluid SPF50+++
  20. Vichy Double Corrective Whitening Essence
  21. Vichy Bi White Reveal Double Corrective Whitening Deep Cleansing Foam
  22. Nivea Men Face Wash
  23. Sansho Skin Renewal Gel (Top#10& Premium)
  24. Sansho Skin Emollient Essence (Premium)
  25. Watsons Aloe Extract Facial Mask
  26. Watsons Green Tea Essence Anti-Oxidant Facial Mask
  27. Watsons Whitening & Moisturising Facial Mask
  28. Watsons Rose Water Facial Mask
  29. WITCH Skin Care
  30. T Zone Skin Care
  31. Clean & Clear Deep Action Refreashing Cleanser
  32. Clean & Clear Daily Soft Emulsion
  33. Beauty Credit Aloe Sample Kit
  34. Loreal Paris Dermo Expertise Revitalift White Anti Brown Spot & Anti Wrinkle Essence
  35. Loreal paris Dermo Expertise White Perfect Gentle Moisturizing Day Cream SPF20
  36. Loreal Paris Dermo Expertise UV Perfect SPF50/PA+++ Sunscreen
  37. YES TO Carrots Night Moisturizing Cream
  38. YES TO Carrots Day Moisturizing Cream
  39. La Roche Posay Effaclar K Daily Renewal Fluid for Oily Skin
  40. Rojukiss Pore Tightening Source
  41. Dermologica Multi-Vitamin Body Block SPF20
  42. Dermologica Oil-Free Matt Block SPF20
  43. Dermologica Tri Active Cleanse
  44. Dermologica C12 Concentrate
  45. Covermark Connecting Base (Premium)
  46. Amby London Facial Wash
  47. Nutrogena Radiance Sampler Kit (Top#10)
  48. CURE Natural Aqua Jel 9Top#10)
  49. Herb Gel Cream
  50. Cest Naturel Mud Wash
  51. Cest Naturel Salt Exfoliator
  52. Cest Naturel Dead Sea Mud
  53. Cest Naturel The Ultimate Mud Polish
  54. Two Girls Brand Living Rose Face Cream

Items even include Reknowned Brands like Bio-Essence, Dermologica, Covermark & Vichy!!!

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Sun Block

  1. Eucerin Mattifying Sun Fluid SPF50

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Tampons

  1. O.B Tampons

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ToothPaste

  1. Dentiste Nighttime Toothpaste

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NEW SAMPLES ARE ADDED WEEKLY!!!CLICK NOW & JOIN TODAY!!!!



Friday, June 19, 2009

New Kawaii Treat!!!

For this week, Kawaii Tokyo is having ANOTHER PROMOTION!!! - 40% off their Brighten-Up Makeup Dissolver Series!!! The products from this selection are all Plant Derived which actually means low irritation would occur. They are all alcohol free; waterbased and have high cleansing power. Just so you guys know, skincare products which contain alcohol actually cause the skin to have a lower cell turn-over rate - acne scars would last longer and your skin would appear dull overtime. For the Makeup Dissolver series, they have actually 2 variations - The Promising Aqua and the Melting Dew. Further details will be listed below.


Promising Aqua (200ml)
Retail Price: $39
Discount Price: $23.40

The Promising Aqua is a makup remover WITHOUT the usage of water. Simply place a few drops of the product on a cotton pad and start swiping your makeup away. It's that easy! I definitely recommended for lazy people (Like me :D). The product leaves no trace of stickiness as well as skin irritation. It has a Geranium fragrance which refreshes and relax the skin. This is wayyyyy cool!

Melting Dew (150ml)
Retail Price: $36.00
Discount Price: $21.60


Next up, The Melting Dew Deep Cleansing Liquid. This Product has a Lavandar Scent. It penetrates deep into the skin to remove even the toughest and heaviest makeup. One really GREAT factor about this product would be - Moisture is STILL Retained deep within the skin. Notice how some makeup removers dry out the skin? (this even includes people with oily/combination skin) The skin would start flaking AND application of makeup would cause one to look hideous. I personally hate dry skin. Patchy makeup is a huge turn-off for all.

As usual, comment or email me if you wish to purchase these products at their offer prices - I'll then mail the coupon over. :D

Tuesday, June 16, 2009

Mac Cosmetic Prices in Singapore (After Tax)

To make life easier for everyone, I've decided to compile the pricelist of cosmetics in Singapore. It would be better for all to gauge the amount needed before visiting a store. Prices are compiled from various sources. If there is an error, do correct it within the page. Thanks :D

MAC Cosmetic Prices Singapore
116 brush : $58
129 brush : $60
136 brush : $118
150 brush : $76
168 brush : $57
169 brush: $58
180 brush : $76
182 brush : $82
186 brush : $98
187 brush: $82
190 brush : $60
192 brush : $60
201 sponge tip : $17
204 brush : $17
207 duster : $36
210 brush : $22
213 brush : $32
216 brush : $36
217 brush : $33
219 brush : $42
221 brush : $48
224 brush : $53
225 brush : $72
228 brush : $32
236 brush : $36
239 brush : $47
242 brush : $45
252 brush : $58
266 brush : $37
275 brush : $46
311 brush : $32
316 brush : $37
321 brush : $37
Angled Sponge: $10
Blot Film: $22
Blot Powder: $32
Bronzer : $34
Brow Pencil: $24
Brow Set : $24
Brush Cleanser : $18
Cheek Hue: $36
Clear Lipglass : $23
Cold Cream Cleanser: $32
Cream Color Base : $32
Cremestick Pearl Liner : $26
Day SPF 15 Moisturiser: $52
Disc Sponge : $4
Duo Adhesive: $14
Everyday Lotion Cleanser: $32
Eye Brows (automatic): $26
Eye Kohl: $26
Eye Pencil : $23
Eyeshadow :$26
Eyeshadow Quad: $59
Fast Response Eye : $52
Fine Point Lipliner : $25
Fix+ : $22
Fluidline : $28
Fragrance 15ml: $37
Fragrance 50 ml: $67
Full Lash Curler : $26
Glitter Eye Liner : $30
Green Gel Cleanser : $32
Iridescent Loose Powder
Lac Lustre: $32
Lashes: $18
Lip Conditioner tube: $18
Lipglass tinted : $28
Lipglass Stain: $28
Lip Lacquer: $32
Lipliner : $23
Lipstick: $28
Liquid Last Liners $33
Liquid Liner : $30
Mascara: $21
Moisture Feed Eye : $52
Moisture Feed Skin: $52
Nail Polish: $20
Nail Polish Remover : $15
Oil Control Lotion: $45
Paint Pot: $33
Pencil Sharpener: $5
Pigments: $38
Powder Blush: $34
Powerpoint Pencil: $26
Prep and Prime SPF 50 $58
Prep and Prime Lash: $23
Pro Eye Makeup Remover: $32
Pro White Intensified Serum: $66
Pro White Softening Lotion: $52
Pro White SPF30 Moisture: $58
Pro White SPF 15 Powder Fdn: $60
Sculpt & Shape: $39
Scrub Mask: $34
Satin Fdn : $39
Select Cover Up Concealor: $28
Select SPF 15 fdn : $43
Select Sheer Loose Pwd: $38
Select Sheer Pressed Pwd: $38
Shave: $16
Sheer Color Extract : $29
Sheer Shimmer Powder : $33
Sheertone Blush : $34
Square Powder Puff: $24
Strobe Cream : $52
Studio Finish Concealor: $28
Studio Finish Loose Pwd: $$36
Studio Finish Matte Fdn: $39
Studio Finish Pressed pwd: $39
Studio Finish Satin Fdn : $39
Studiofix: $44
Studiofix Fluid: $45
Studio Lights: $32
Studio Moisture Fix: $45
StudioTech : $52
Studio Stick Concealer: $28
Studio Tech Sponge : $4
Super Cleansing Oil : $32
Wedge Sponge: $5
Wipes 45s : $26
Wipes 100s: $42

Monday, June 15, 2009

Loreal Warehouse SALE!!!

Just so you guys know, Loreal would be having a Warehouse Sale on the 16th to the 18th of June. Items range from makeup, skincare and hair products. View the details below....



L’Oreal Beauty Sale
Up to 85% Discount

Date: 16 to 18 June 2009

Time
Tue: 11am to 8pm
Wed: 10am to 8pm

Thu: 10am to 8pm

Terms
Accept Cash & Nets only

Location
Concorde Hotel
Singapore

Monday, June 8, 2009

Gowoonsesang BB Cream SPF30PA++ Review

Gowoonsesang BB Cream SPF30PA++


Main Gowoonsesang Website: http://www.gowoonsesang-eng.co.kr/eng/functional/bb.asp

Price: $43 (60ml tube)
Avaliable at: Sasa Stores
Coverage: Average but buildable..(I never use concealer when I use this BB Cream)
Oil Control: EXCELLENT! (I need not blot my face nor spray any facial mist for as long as 7 hours.)
Shade: It has a dark shade, but tends to brighten up after application. (I have fair-medium skin thus it worked well for me. I wouldn't recommend this BB cream to people with tanned skin.)
Texture: Thick texture, something similar to SkinFood's Aloe BB Cream.
Finish: You get a matte finish. (does not give you much of a dewy glow)
By the way, Sasa is presently having a discount for this BB Cream. (If i'm not wrong, the discount would be approximately 10-20%).
Another alternative: EBAY!!!
I purchased my tube off a trustable seller at $32.



Still having doubts and wish to sample the product first?

Fr3b is giving away these adorable trial size tubes of Gowoonsesang BB Cream for just $0.80 (approximate postage payment .) Sign up now!!! Quick!!! (quantities are limited at the moment )
http://www.fr3b.com/referral_program.php?referrer_token=7ccaa9d841fea814021226971f01e2d8

Friday, June 5, 2009

Cosmetics at Wholesale Prices?

Are you guys interested in purchasing Cosmetic/Skincare Brands like:

  • Bare Escentuals
  • Benefit
  • Bobbi Brown
  • Clinique
  • Estee Lauder
  • Lancome
  • Kiehls
  • Laura Mercier
  • Mac
  • Nars
  • Origins
  • Pop Beauty
  • Prescriptives
  • Smashbox
  • Stila
  • Too Faced
  • YSL

AT WHOLESALE PRICES?
PULL YOUR MATES TOGETHER, DECIDE ON WHAT YOU GUYS WANT AND I WOULD PLACE YOUR ORDER WHEN MY QUOTA IS REACHED!
I PROMISE I WOULD DO IT IMMEDIATELY! :D

I'm actually contemplating on holding sprees on this blog - so, do let me know if you are interested. (Prices would be in USD - The approximate rate now USD$1 = SGD$1.5 )
Please note: Prices do not include shipping. Shipping charges range from USD$2-USD$8. All is dependent on the total number of orders I receive and weight of the item.
Brush sets would have different Shipping charges due to their weight. Approximately: USD$10-USD$15.
ALL PRODUCTS ARE AUTHENTIC! I have made purchases in the past before and they are definitely ORIGINAL! Arrival Time for Products would take approximately 10 days. They would be fully insured with postal insurance. I would then hold a mass meetup for buyers to collect their purchases. How does that sound?

Here's a tiny preview of some products and their prices

MAC Brushes
Mac 181 SE Kabuki/Buffer Brush - $29.99
Mac 209 Eyeliner Brush - $17.99
Mac 129 Blush/Powder Brush - $32.99
Mac 169 Angles Face Brush - $29.99
Mac 227 Large Fluff Brush - $24.99
Mac 189 Face Brush - $37.99
Mac 190 Foundation brush - $29.99
Mac 205 Mascara Fan Brush - $13.99
Mac 206 Brow Groomer - $13.99
Mac 191 Square Foundation Brush - $29.99
Mac 116 Blush Brush - $30.99
Mac 182 Buffer Brush - $43.99
Mac 109 Small Contour Brush - $27.99
Mac 266 Angle brush - $15.99
Mac 239 Eye Shader Brush - $23.99
Mac 239 Eye Shader Brush - $23.99
Mac 180 Buffer Brush (Limited Edition) - $55.99
Mac 272 Small Angled Shader Brush - $23.99
Mac 195 Concealer Brush - $22.99
(Some SE brushes are also avaliable (prices are slightly cheaper than the normal brushes. Do email me if you wish to know the price)

Bobbi Brown
Bobbi Brown Velvet Plum Eye Palette - $43.99
Bobbi Brown Long Wear Cream Shadow(Black Pearl) - $15.99
Bobbi Brown Basic Eye Paletter - $39.99
Bobbi Brown Neutral Eye Shadow Palette - $46.99
Bobbi Brown Shimmering Nude Palette - $48.99
Bobbi Brown Shimmer Cream Shadown Stick(Iced Ivory) - $13.99
Bobbi Brown Eye Shadow Bone 2 - $12.99
Bobbi Brown Eye Shadow Wheat 30 - $12.99
Bobbi Brown Eye Shadow Blonde 21 - $12.99
Bobbi Brown Eye Shadow Duo Cement/Smole - $11.99
Bobbi Brown Eye Shadow Cocoa - $12.99
Bobbi Brown Eye Shadow Mahogany - $12.99
Bobbi Brown Essentials Mascara - Black - $14.99 (Pack of 2)

Stila
Stila Backstage Beauty Palette(The Red Carpet Look) - $18.99
Stila Backstage Beauty Palette(The RunwayLook) - $18.99
Stila Backstage Beauty Palette(The Front RowLook) - $18.99
Stila Pocket Palette #8 - $9.99
Stila Eye Shadow Trio(Silver Maple) - $14.99
Stila Perfectly Plum Face Palette - $14.99

There are a gazillion more products thus do message me for details of the item/s you are looking for, and I would check with my supplier. I would publish the full list when I get a handful of interested parties.

Sidenote: My supplier still carries discontinued items, as well as limited edition items. (Present Limited Items Still in Stock - Eg. Mac Hello Kitty Eyeshadow Palettes, Mac Dame Edna Eye Shadow palettes, Mac Heatherette Trip Palettes, Mac Neo Sci Fi Eye Shadows ) I cannot guarantee if they still have it when you place your order thus please do so ASAP and I'll try my best to get them for you. All discontinued and LE items are whilst stocks last. Mac Refills are avaliable as well.

Sidenote 2: The reason for why these products are priced like such (to me, reasonably) would be because they are shelf pull items - meaning, there could be some shop ware on the packaging (JUST THE PACKAGING). The actual product is not affected. Some items might come unboxed.

Sidenote 3: Payments have to be sent to me via Bank Transfer before an order is placed. I would not allow any COD procedures as I am not benefiting from holding such sprees. (I am doing so due to 2 reasons - 1) I wish to assist people in purchasing what they want or have missed out at reasonable prices. I know how the feeling stings especially when you wish to purchase some product, but could not afford it at that moment, due to it being wayyyyyyyy out of your budget. 2) Overseas shipping rates can totally send a person to their grave earlier ( I would be one of them :)

REMEMBER GUYS, LET ME KNOW ASAP!!!!

Thursday, June 4, 2009

BB Creams



Howdy peeps! As you all know, BB creams are presently raved about by many women out there -All thanks to Korean Dramas hitting our screens, everyone is dying to know the skincare line these Actresses. (I'm so jealous -their skin looks so fine - alike the texture of the tomato.) My take on their flawless look - BB Creams! Anyhows, BB creams are largely produced in countries like Taiwan and Korea ( so do stock up when you visit these countries! THEY ARE EXTREMELY CHEAP compared to the prices in Singapore!)


What is BB Cream?

BB Creams, also known as Blemish Balm Creams were used by dermatologist for their patients who have gone through surgery/laser treatments to speed up the healing of their skin. Aside from it being a skin regenerating cream, it also aids in concealing scars from the procedure as well as protect the skin( some BB creams contain SPF). Soon after, celebrities from Asian countries (mostly Korea) started using the BB Creams and an enormous craze was sparked.


Brands I Know Off In The Market:

BRTC, SkinFood, The Face Shop, Rojukiss, Gowoonsesang, Etude House, Legere, Lioele, BeautyCredit, Shills, Skin79 (These companies are from Korea or Taiwan)


Is it Suitable for ALL?

BB creams are safe for all Skin Types, be it dry, oily or acne prone.


Functions of BB creams:

Other than the properties of renewing , some BB creams assists in reducing fine lines! YES! say bye bye to wrinkles. It also aids in lifting your skin(not dramatic lifting - remember it's not surgery). Certain BB Creams have extremely good oil control. So, if you hate the oily face feel, what are you waiting for? BB creams are all tinted It provides coverage (from sheer to cakey (no, I'm just kidding. ) Coverage is build-able.) You would be able to conceal your acne-scars, dark circles and even out your skin tone (alike liquid foundation - but with BENEFICIAL SKIN-CARE PROPERTIES.)


How Do You Use it?

After your normal skin-care routine -


  1. Cleanse

  2. Tone

  3. Moisturise

  4. Sunblock (You may skip this step if your BB Cream contains SPF [but I wouldn't recommend it given Singapore's blazing sun)

  5. BB Cream!!! (It could also be used as a Make-up Primer)
  6. Make-Up

How Do You Apply it?
BB Creams are normally applied with the fingers. Simply squeeze out a small dollop, pat it onto your face, PAT! remember PAT and then spread it out evenly. If you wish to use a brush, You could use the MAC 129 or 150, tap it on and start swirling. (Any other powder brush would do - this is basically just a method.) Aside from the MAC 129/150, you could use the MAC 187. Stipple it on to get an airbrush effect...Once you are done, simply dust a layer or loose powder/mineral foundation to set the cream..


The Finish:
BB Creams give your skin a natural dewy glow. It's really pretty, and I personally love it! One word to describe it: sleek! You would not even look like you're wearing make-up. (This is dependent on the number of layers you apply onto your skin).


Where Can You Purchase Them:
Watsons: BRTC Gold Caviar/ Whitening & Wrinkle Repair, Rojukiss BB
Guardian: BRTC Multi-Plex Balm/ Jasmine Water/ Whitening & Wrinkle Repair/Glossy BB Cream (Both with and without SPF)
The Face Shop: Faceshop BB Cream
Skin Food: Ginko/Mushroom/Aloe Vera
Sasa: Shills Magic, Lioele Water Drop/Lioele BB Cream, Dr. Gowoonsesang
John Little: Lioele BB Cream/ Lioele Water Drop, Legere Water Drop Shiny Pearl/ Legere White Multi BB Cream
Ebay: Skin79/BRTC/Shills/Legere/Faceshop/Skinfood

(If I've left anything out, do comment, and I'll try my best to assist you)



Ps. I would be posting up Videos from various YouTubers on how one should apply your foundation/BB creams when you use a brush. Peeps often get mixed up with certain terms and use their brushes wrongly (I wouldn't deny that I was once part of them :D)


Next Up : Some Reviews from my BB Cream Collection.