Hi Everyone!
I am really sorry for being so quiet... looks like my work and college made me so busy... that I simply could not find time for anything more...
But I promise I am back... I am not gonna write every day, but I will try to write 1-2 posts a week...
Promise, and forgive me...
Anyway, I am doing Beauty Therapy school now... so more and more about beauty... some subjects are very new to me, so are very interesting and some… less interesting…generally it is very exciting subject for me!
I have just found out that my skin is not just oily but also a combinations, as I have some symptoms of dry skin….. I think I know what it caused.. but so far I prefer not to write about it… till I will be sure…
Now, coming back to beauty products…. Recently I was really please with few products and disappointed with one…
Let’s start from good ones;)
I love The Body Shop company, shops, their products, etc…I always visit their counter whenever I am around it… recently beauty consultant, lovely lady, that is manager in Derry, showed me few products and made a quick make up for me.. I am make up artist myself, but love when other do it to me… always something new to learn!
She introduced me to The Body Shop mineral foundation products – they are so lovely! I will write about them more in my next post… but they are worth money!
Why? As my face looked so flawless, so fresh and young! It was also due to the blusher that I purchased straight away!
Baked-To-Last Blush in Coral – it is a blusher and a highlighter in a duo palette. It has beautiful coralish/pinkish color makes your face so fresh and lively… l has some shimmer in it, so it is not matte one, although I think it a great product, that can be used even without any bronzer or eye shadow, just a blush, mascara, and some fuchsia lipstick, also from The Body Shop in Neon Pink no.59.
It is almost winter…so time for some lively colors!
What dissapointed me... in next post!
Photos will be uploaded later...
Thursday, November 10, 2011
Thursday, September 8, 2011
I have to have this perfume! Elie Saab “La Perfum”
Today I bought Vogue from October’11, with great Adele on the cover. I love the way she looks and her make up! Someday I will try to do her make up and post it here…
Anyway, I was reading Vogue and saw an advertisement for the new perfume of Elie Saab, called “La Perfum”.
It was with a little sample, that I tested straight away… I did not expect anything special, rather some perfume similar to CK Beauty or Chloe edp or Chloe Love (also on my wishlist)... not that I do not like these two perfumes.. but they are ment to be clasics ones, that you know what to expect..
To my surprise I was overwhelmed by the bright orange blossom and jasmine notes – it reminded me of a mix of Alien T.Mugler, but then I felt some sweet honey note like in Estee Lauder Sensuous and in the end some musky, rosy and patchouli notes from Narciso Rodriguez for Her. I am not surprised abut the last notes of this perfume as it has been created by great nose, Francis Kurkdjian, who is responsible for the Narciso Rodriguez for Her.
Anyway, this perfume is quite laud and glamour, with some great honey liquorish woods.. It would be great perfume for winter time and cashmere pullover..
I also think Anja Rubik, Polish model, is doing great job being a face of Ellie Saab “La Perfum”.
Although if you dislike laud, big flower pefumes, or perfumes like Alien by T.Mugler, Sensuous by Estee Lauder, Narciso Rodriguez for Her, Lovely by SJP or Addict by Dior then you better stay away from this perfume!
In fact since May 2010 I have not discovered perfume that made me want them so much as Perfum”.
From now it is on my wish list…
Update, 1 hour later.. this perfume is narcotic! I keep smelling the page and the sample... pure class!
Anyway, I was reading Vogue and saw an advertisement for the new perfume of Elie Saab, called “La Perfum”.
It was with a little sample, that I tested straight away… I did not expect anything special, rather some perfume similar to CK Beauty or Chloe edp or Chloe Love (also on my wishlist)... not that I do not like these two perfumes.. but they are ment to be clasics ones, that you know what to expect..
To my surprise I was overwhelmed by the bright orange blossom and jasmine notes – it reminded me of a mix of Alien T.Mugler, but then I felt some sweet honey note like in Estee Lauder Sensuous and in the end some musky, rosy and patchouli notes from Narciso Rodriguez for Her. I am not surprised abut the last notes of this perfume as it has been created by great nose, Francis Kurkdjian, who is responsible for the Narciso Rodriguez for Her.
Anyway, this perfume is quite laud and glamour, with some great honey liquorish woods.. It would be great perfume for winter time and cashmere pullover..
I also think Anja Rubik, Polish model, is doing great job being a face of Ellie Saab “La Perfum”.
Although if you dislike laud, big flower pefumes, or perfumes like Alien by T.Mugler, Sensuous by Estee Lauder, Narciso Rodriguez for Her, Lovely by SJP or Addict by Dior then you better stay away from this perfume!
In fact since May 2010 I have not discovered perfume that made me want them so much as Perfum”.
From now it is on my wish list…
Update, 1 hour later.. this perfume is narcotic! I keep smelling the page and the sample... pure class!
Wednesday, September 7, 2011
Summer perfumes...
Here I am back!
Learning to drive takes so much time!
Anyway, today I am thinking to write about the perfumes..
I am addictive not only to cosmetics, but also to perfumes… I prefer not to say how many bottles I own…
Anyway, the summer is gone, at least here in Northern Ireland, and I am starting to reach for different perfumes… according to my mood…
What have I been using during this summer?
This summer I have been using a lot of fresh light perfumes… nothing too sweet… although there was on sweet one.. I guess exception of the rule;)
I have been using:
- Escada, the green bottle one, that reminds me of the holiday and seaside, especially seaside in the evening… it is very fresh fragrance but still
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- Ghost Serenity - another clean fragrance, woody and musky, but very fresh… in a style of green team but it is 100 times better then Green Tea…
- Dior Diorella (vintage one) – very fresh, citrusy classy scent. Pure chic in the bottle. I use it in the summer to fresh but still very classy… this one I love to use the whole year… but not every day.. I need a special mood for Diorella.. another classic Dior is on my wish list it is Diorama…
- Valentino Eau de Parfum – it is very creamy floral, very soft and romantic, but not ver y floral due to the rice vapour in it..
- Kenzo Les Eaux De Fleur Collection - Eau De Fleur de Magnolia – it is pure sunshine in the bottle, so refreshing, reminds me of Turkey holiday as it is so cheerful and warm!
- JLO My Glow – it is very soft powder aquatic fragrance almost a skin scent – love it… especially that it has calming notes due to lavender.
- Giorgio Armani Acqua di Gioia – it reminds me the older one, Aqua di Gio, that was my top fragrance during university time… Although this one is more modern, more sweet and still having fresh aquatic feeling
- Dolce & Gabbana BY – I love this one! I use during hot summer night as that is so sexy perfume..’Sex on Legs”… so pity it has been discontinued… having my last two bottles and using them very sporadically…
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- Coach Poppy - this is the “Fantasy” mixed with “Daisy”… do I like it? Yes! Why? It is just so youthful but still femine… although not very original or sophisticated.. but do we need to use serious perfume everyday day?
Ps. Photos will follow whenever I will fix my camera…
Learning to drive takes so much time!
Anyway, today I am thinking to write about the perfumes..
I am addictive not only to cosmetics, but also to perfumes… I prefer not to say how many bottles I own…
Anyway, the summer is gone, at least here in Northern Ireland, and I am starting to reach for different perfumes… according to my mood…
What have I been using during this summer?
This summer I have been using a lot of fresh light perfumes… nothing too sweet… although there was on sweet one.. I guess exception of the rule;)
I have been using:
- Escada, the green bottle one, that reminds me of the holiday and seaside, especially seaside in the evening… it is very fresh fragrance but still
-
- Ghost Serenity - another clean fragrance, woody and musky, but very fresh… in a style of green team but it is 100 times better then Green Tea…
- Dior Diorella (vintage one) – very fresh, citrusy classy scent. Pure chic in the bottle. I use it in the summer to fresh but still very classy… this one I love to use the whole year… but not every day.. I need a special mood for Diorella.. another classic Dior is on my wish list it is Diorama…
- Valentino Eau de Parfum – it is very creamy floral, very soft and romantic, but not ver y floral due to the rice vapour in it..
- Kenzo Les Eaux De Fleur Collection - Eau De Fleur de Magnolia – it is pure sunshine in the bottle, so refreshing, reminds me of Turkey holiday as it is so cheerful and warm!
- JLO My Glow – it is very soft powder aquatic fragrance almost a skin scent – love it… especially that it has calming notes due to lavender.
- Giorgio Armani Acqua di Gioia – it reminds me the older one, Aqua di Gio, that was my top fragrance during university time… Although this one is more modern, more sweet and still having fresh aquatic feeling
- Dolce & Gabbana BY – I love this one! I use during hot summer night as that is so sexy perfume..’Sex on Legs”… so pity it has been discontinued… having my last two bottles and using them very sporadically…
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- Coach Poppy - this is the “Fantasy” mixed with “Daisy”… do I like it? Yes! Why? It is just so youthful but still femine… although not very original or sophisticated.. but do we need to use serious perfume everyday day?
Ps. Photos will follow whenever I will fix my camera…
Thursday, September 1, 2011
Custom made foundation.. Inglot plus Kanebo!
Hi everyone,
I am very sorry for being quiet.. being very busy with my work and with driving lessons...
Anyway, I promise I will upload some more thoughts and photos on Saturday evening/Sunday morning.
Additionally having a question to you... do you like to mix your foundations??
Today I did it.. I mixed my Inglot AMC Cream Foundation in light color with Kanebo Sensai Liquid Finish in dark colour.. I was very pleased with the effect!
Inglot was too light color and slightly too creamy and highlighting texture for me, and Kanebo was too dark for me and a bit too watery... when I mixed them both the color was just right with a little bit of tan, not too runny or too creamy... some pleasure!:)
Thanks and see you later!
I am very sorry for being quiet.. being very busy with my work and with driving lessons...
Anyway, I promise I will upload some more thoughts and photos on Saturday evening/Sunday morning.
Additionally having a question to you... do you like to mix your foundations??
Today I did it.. I mixed my Inglot AMC Cream Foundation in light color with Kanebo Sensai Liquid Finish in dark colour.. I was very pleased with the effect!
Inglot was too light color and slightly too creamy and highlighting texture for me, and Kanebo was too dark for me and a bit too watery... when I mixed them both the color was just right with a little bit of tan, not too runny or too creamy... some pleasure!:)
Thanks and see you later!
Friday, August 26, 2011
My all time favorite - part 3
Today I am going to continue explaining why I love some high end makeup products.
I have already mentioned here what are my all time favorites and started here why I love some of them...
Today I will write about eyeshadows.. YSL, Dior, Estee Lauder, Lancome – love them!
They are all different....
Dior eyeshadows
Dior has several different eye shadows quads, Couleur High Impact Eyeshadow, 5 Couleur Designer - All in One Artistry Palette, 5-Colour Iridescent Eyeshadow, etc.
There boxes are always very classy, even that there are few box designs, older and newer ones, always in dark blue color.
The texture is always superb! Some of them are creamier, or even have cream eyeshadows/eyeliners like All in One Artistry Palette, some are more matt, but then having very velvety texture.
Some of the palettes are like "ultra-wet", metal-like colors that make the eye sparkle, but with no actual sparkles!
"ultra-wet" means the unique Wet Reflect technology that infuses a whole new generation of powders with pearlescent particles, brilliance never seen before!.
They are very easy with gliding, never any fallings, ultra-luminous finish.
Summing up these eye shadows are silky, almost creamy in texture that blends perfectly into the eyelid. Love them!
Yves Saint Laurent (YSL) eyeshadows
YSL eyeshadows are very special to my heart… maybe because there were my 1st expensive eye shadows, recommended by YSL beauty consultant in London… several years ago I remember the quad was dark blue and pearly light blue… they were really cute! I used to leave them…
And the gold box of this palette… full glamour!!!
I have some all time favorites that are not in the stock anymore…
I love them for the colors, for velvet texture and for the way they put different colors together.. like dark purple and orange that reflect in pink.. or lila and bronze…
Currently I love their c
On my wish list is the Pure Chromatics Wet and Dry Eye Shadow Palette in no. 4 and 6.
Estee Lauder eyeshadow
The palette is called: Surreal Violet, and it comes from limited collection Blue Dahlia Collection from 2010 fall. There are 5 shades of lilac, mauve, purple, eggplant and violet – my favorite colors.. it contains matte, frost and shimmer.. and the texture is very smooth and velvety.
Lancome eye shadow
The palette is called Color Focus Duo 103 Night & Day. You can still buy it in the Lancome counters. It is great palette for drama makeup… but not the regular one, not boring one as it has the most beautiful dark shimmery metallic grayish green compared with satin light pink. The texture is like velvet and the effect it stunning! I can highly recommend them if you like dark green color and if you like to play with colors other then neutral.
I know many of you prefer MAC eyeshadows. I like them, especially that they have huge range of colours, but there texture sometimes is not as good as Dior or YSL ones...
Anyway, what are your favorite high end eyeshadows??
I have already mentioned here what are my all time favorites and started here why I love some of them...
Today I will write about eyeshadows.. YSL, Dior, Estee Lauder, Lancome – love them!
They are all different....
Dior eyeshadows
Dior has several different eye shadows quads, Couleur High Impact Eyeshadow, 5 Couleur Designer - All in One Artistry Palette, 5-Colour Iridescent Eyeshadow, etc.
There boxes are always very classy, even that there are few box designs, older and newer ones, always in dark blue color.
The texture is always superb! Some of them are creamier, or even have cream eyeshadows/eyeliners like All in One Artistry Palette, some are more matt, but then having very velvety texture.
Some of the palettes are like "ultra-wet", metal-like colors that make the eye sparkle, but with no actual sparkles!
"ultra-wet" means the unique Wet Reflect technology that infuses a whole new generation of powders with pearlescent particles, brilliance never seen before!.
They are very easy with gliding, never any fallings, ultra-luminous finish.
Summing up these eye shadows are silky, almost creamy in texture that blends perfectly into the eyelid. Love them!
Yves Saint Laurent (YSL) eyeshadows
YSL eyeshadows are very special to my heart… maybe because there were my 1st expensive eye shadows, recommended by YSL beauty consultant in London… several years ago I remember the quad was dark blue and pearly light blue… they were really cute! I used to leave them…
And the gold box of this palette… full glamour!!!
I have some all time favorites that are not in the stock anymore…
I love them for the colors, for velvet texture and for the way they put different colors together.. like dark purple and orange that reflect in pink.. or lila and bronze…
Currently I love their c
On my wish list is the Pure Chromatics Wet and Dry Eye Shadow Palette in no. 4 and 6.
Estee Lauder eyeshadow
The palette is called: Surreal Violet, and it comes from limited collection Blue Dahlia Collection from 2010 fall. There are 5 shades of lilac, mauve, purple, eggplant and violet – my favorite colors.. it contains matte, frost and shimmer.. and the texture is very smooth and velvety.
Lancome eye shadow
The palette is called Color Focus Duo 103 Night & Day. You can still buy it in the Lancome counters. It is great palette for drama makeup… but not the regular one, not boring one as it has the most beautiful dark shimmery metallic grayish green compared with satin light pink. The texture is like velvet and the effect it stunning! I can highly recommend them if you like dark green color and if you like to play with colors other then neutral.
I know many of you prefer MAC eyeshadows. I like them, especially that they have huge range of colours, but there texture sometimes is not as good as Dior or YSL ones...
Anyway, what are your favorite high end eyeshadows??
Wednesday, August 24, 2011
New mascaras lunch - Benefit, Avon, Lancome
I am sorry for being a bit quiet.. I have been buying a car for myself and it took me a while to decide what car I want, to buy one, to register it, and to start driving it, etc.. but everything is almost sorted out.. Although I might be a bit quiet once in a while as I am just learning how to drive not to crush....
Anyway, let’s go back to beauty!
Recently I have been reading about new mascaras lunch.. as I said before I cannot live without mascara!
There have been few lunches of mascaras that I am dying to try out…
• Benefit They're Real! Mascara
It is advertised by the look of a pin up girl – their usual brand look. I love this look, but this looks is a bit different one. It reminds me of a look of Rita Harford, even that she was more from 40’s…This time this pin up girl is not sweet but devilish! The woman in the advertisement reminds me of “GILDA”, sensuous new wife, played by Rita Harford.
Have a look!
It is a thriller movie… and the mascara is also a real "thriller" as it promises the ultimate lash criminal! As the mascara promises the real, but false lashes!
This lady makes you believe that you want to looks as her and she is just so sexy and dangerous that it is hard not to want to look this way.. thanks to her mascara!
And the mascara is called: Benefit They're Real!
I have read bout this mascara so many good reviews, when I look at the pictures it reminds me the MaxMactor False Lashes mascara (that always tickles my lashes!!!)
It is stating that it combines long and short bristles to coat lashes for great length and definition. It is supposed to lift and shape even small lashes.
What I really like that on the Benefit cosmetics website it is showing how to apply this mascara to achieve great look!
I love their previous Bad Gal mascara so I suppose this one will be another hit!
• Hypnôse Doll Lashes mascara by Lancome
This mascara promises Doll Lash Effect Mascara - Wide-Eye Look. Volumized, extended, lifted lashes. Doll eyes mascara means eye-opening mascara.
I have researched that it took 7 years for Lancôme (L’Oreal, as they own Lancôme) to make this mascara. It promises separation without clumbing, great volume, and ability to reach any lashes, even the small ones.
I love Hypnose Lancome mascara so I hope this one is as good as the others!
I know there is a cheaper dupe for the one that I have already tried and liked it! It is new L'Oreal Lash Architect 4D.. also giving Doll Eyes looks.
• Avon SuperSHOCK Max Mascara
I really liked Avon SuperSHOCK Mascara, as it gives really great volume, that reminds me of Hypnose mascara.. Few days ago I got Avon catalogue and saw that the new one Super SHOCK one is on sale… promising MAX effect.. this mascara is definitely the most “budget friendly” one that is why I am ordering it.. and le you know what I think… so be patient! And wait for more words on this one!
Anyway, let’s go back to beauty!
Recently I have been reading about new mascaras lunch.. as I said before I cannot live without mascara!
There have been few lunches of mascaras that I am dying to try out…
• Benefit They're Real! Mascara
It is advertised by the look of a pin up girl – their usual brand look. I love this look, but this looks is a bit different one. It reminds me of a look of Rita Harford, even that she was more from 40’s…This time this pin up girl is not sweet but devilish! The woman in the advertisement reminds me of “GILDA”, sensuous new wife, played by Rita Harford.
Have a look!
It is a thriller movie… and the mascara is also a real "thriller" as it promises the ultimate lash criminal! As the mascara promises the real, but false lashes!
This lady makes you believe that you want to looks as her and she is just so sexy and dangerous that it is hard not to want to look this way.. thanks to her mascara!
And the mascara is called: Benefit They're Real!
I have read bout this mascara so many good reviews, when I look at the pictures it reminds me the MaxMactor False Lashes mascara (that always tickles my lashes!!!)
It is stating that it combines long and short bristles to coat lashes for great length and definition. It is supposed to lift and shape even small lashes.
What I really like that on the Benefit cosmetics website it is showing how to apply this mascara to achieve great look!
I love their previous Bad Gal mascara so I suppose this one will be another hit!
• Hypnôse Doll Lashes mascara by Lancome
This mascara promises Doll Lash Effect Mascara - Wide-Eye Look. Volumized, extended, lifted lashes. Doll eyes mascara means eye-opening mascara.
I have researched that it took 7 years for Lancôme (L’Oreal, as they own Lancôme) to make this mascara. It promises separation without clumbing, great volume, and ability to reach any lashes, even the small ones.
I love Hypnose Lancome mascara so I hope this one is as good as the others!
I know there is a cheaper dupe for the one that I have already tried and liked it! It is new L'Oreal Lash Architect 4D.. also giving Doll Eyes looks.
• Avon SuperSHOCK Max Mascara
I really liked Avon SuperSHOCK Mascara, as it gives really great volume, that reminds me of Hypnose mascara.. Few days ago I got Avon catalogue and saw that the new one Super SHOCK one is on sale… promising MAX effect.. this mascara is definitely the most “budget friendly” one that is why I am ordering it.. and le you know what I think… so be patient! And wait for more words on this one!
Friday, August 19, 2011
My all time favorite - part 2
As I promised in my previous tag I am writing about my all time favorites a bit further… Some of these cosmetics as old, some are new.. some I keep re-buying… Of core they are great for me but might be not as great for you!
I will start from:
• Double ended eye pencil by Dr Hauschka (black/ aubergine)
It is very useful pencil, as you have 2 colors in one pencil. The colors are very complimentary, as you can use them also both of you want to get the more dramatic look. It contains mineral color pigments contains and is free of any synthetic preservatives and scents. In fact the pigment is great one and I love the way this pencil glides on! The only con of this pencil is that it has been limited edition and it is not available anymore.
I didn’t expect this one to be so nice… I bought it as someone recommended them to me, and I am glad I did!
• Lancome Hypnose mascara
I hove mascaras. I love Lancome mascaras (except one of them).
If I have to put ONLY one thing before leaving home it is usually mascara.
My 1st high end mascara was Lancome Definicils mascara and I remember how I was impressed by the effect! It was 20 years ago and till today I am devoted to Lancome mascaras…
Although the one I always come back is Hypnose by Lancome.
Currently, for a change, I am testing out the mascara: Hypnose Drama by Lancome. It is a bit of a dupe for YSL False Lashes – as it really gives big drama effect, but might be clumsy if you do not know how to apply it properly… I do not mind it…
Hypnose (not Drama, but the regular one) is my favorite one. I have been using regular Hypnose for 5-6 years and it gives great length, definition and beautiful volume.
It does not irritate my eyes, and I have very sensitive dry eyes. It is worth every penny!
Currently I am dying to try the new Doll Hypnose mascara
What's your all time high end make-up product? Suggestions for ones I must try are always welcome.
Prictures will be uploaded later this weekend
Wednesday, August 17, 2011
My favourite high end make-up products of all time
This time I want to write about high end make up items
I would like to share with you some of my essential high end beauty products.
I am a real beauty junkie, so that I have lots of cosmetics and lots of cosmetics that I love… there are some cosmetics that I do not like, but it is not the article about it…
Anyway, my all time favourite high end make-up products:
- Dior eyeshadows – all kinds of!
- YSL eyeshadows - all kinds of!
- Lancome Hypnose mascara
- Double ended eye pencil by Dr Hauschka (black/aubergine)
- Lancome Color Ideal foundation no.3 and 4
- Any YSL lipsticks
- Guerlain Terracotta collection
- DIOR Diorskin Forever Compact (pressed powder) in 300 and 400
- Chanel lip gloss no 19 blizzard
- Chanel poudre universelle libre (natural finish loose powder) in 50 Peche
- Estee Lauder Day Wear Plus SPF 15 Tinted Moisturizer in no. 3
- Estee Lauder eyeshadow limited collection, Surreal Violet palette
- Lancôme eye shadow in Color Focus Duo 103 Night & Day
- Guerlain Meteorites Pearls in GOLD
I will try to explain why I love them in my few next articles.
Although there are a lot of other high end make-up products that I used to love, but they simply got finished, for ex:
- MAC Lip-gloss VIVA GLAM no.5 – I used to have it and loved it! It was limited edition. I have noticed recently that they made it in regular sale, that is going to be my next purchase!
- Givenchy powders, foundations, eyeshadows, blushes… I used to love them! I started using them when in the university! I preferred not to eat and buy expensive Givenchy make up! At least I lost some weight that time! Hehehe Now they are so hard to buy in the UK…
- Chanel Vitalumiere Satin Smooth Cream Compact in 60. I used to love it! I owned few of jars, unfortunately it has been discontinued…
- Chanel lip gloss in Electric (very hot pink color) – it was limited edition, few years ago… Recently I had to through it away as it just went bad… it was so painful!
What are your favourite my all time favourite high end make-up products?
Thanks for reading! xxx
I would like to share with you some of my essential high end beauty products.
I am a real beauty junkie, so that I have lots of cosmetics and lots of cosmetics that I love… there are some cosmetics that I do not like, but it is not the article about it…
Anyway, my all time favourite high end make-up products:
- Dior eyeshadows – all kinds of!
- YSL eyeshadows - all kinds of!
- Lancome Hypnose mascara
- Double ended eye pencil by Dr Hauschka (black/aubergine)
- Lancome Color Ideal foundation no.3 and 4
- Any YSL lipsticks
- Guerlain Terracotta collection
- DIOR Diorskin Forever Compact (pressed powder) in 300 and 400
- Chanel lip gloss no 19 blizzard
- Chanel poudre universelle libre (natural finish loose powder) in 50 Peche
- Estee Lauder Day Wear Plus SPF 15 Tinted Moisturizer in no. 3
- Estee Lauder eyeshadow limited collection, Surreal Violet palette
- Lancôme eye shadow in Color Focus Duo 103 Night & Day
- Guerlain Meteorites Pearls in GOLD
I will try to explain why I love them in my few next articles.
Although there are a lot of other high end make-up products that I used to love, but they simply got finished, for ex:
- MAC Lip-gloss VIVA GLAM no.5 – I used to have it and loved it! It was limited edition. I have noticed recently that they made it in regular sale, that is going to be my next purchase!
- Givenchy powders, foundations, eyeshadows, blushes… I used to love them! I started using them when in the university! I preferred not to eat and buy expensive Givenchy make up! At least I lost some weight that time! Hehehe Now they are so hard to buy in the UK…
- Chanel Vitalumiere Satin Smooth Cream Compact in 60. I used to love it! I owned few of jars, unfortunately it has been discontinued…
- Chanel lip gloss in Electric (very hot pink color) – it was limited edition, few years ago… Recently I had to through it away as it just went bad… it was so painful!
What are your favourite my all time favourite high end make-up products?
Thanks for reading! xxx
Monday, August 15, 2011
ASOS HAUL
Looks like I am writing about shopping again… well..
My favorite online shopping place is ASOS...
This place is like little heaven of trendy, fashion and budget friendly items…
ASOS means As Seen On the Screen – so you can have a wee feeling like you are a celebrity!
I have already introduced my Polish friends to do ASOS shopping heaven and they love it!
What is really bringing me back to ASOS is great relationship with their customers!
Their customer service is brilliant, very helpful and always reacting on time!
I have never had any problems to return any item. Usually my reason to return is ONLY because the item is too big or too small… not that I do not like it!
I also like their monthly magazine! lots of great tips and inspirations!
I am curvy woman, and ASOS have great selection of fashion clothes for curvy women, that do not look like sacks for potatoes….
ASOS offers huge SALE offers, going on pretty often and also if you sign on to their Facebook page then you can get big discounts! Recently I got 20 pounds discount of my purchase and now I have just received a discount code for 20% off …
I am already thinking what I will buy next...
During the summer sale I purchased some nice items that were like half price or even up to 70% from the original price.
Here comes my haul!
• ASOS Leather Slot Through Satchel
The original price was 60 pounds, I bought it for 30 pounds.
This is a leather bag in nude color and the design reminds me of the Proenza Schouler PS1 Large Leather Satchel that costs almost 2000 USD ( see Net-A-Porter.com)
You can purchase this bag in similar design now…
On my wish list is this satchel:
In fact the ASOS Leather Twist Lock Vintage Style Satchel in chocolate colour is a great dupe for latest Proenza Schouler PS1 Large Leather Satchel in black color.
• ASOS Premium Leather Shelley Wallet Clutch
It is oversized leather clutch I yellowish pastel green color. One thing I would add to this bag would be a belt that you can attach if you want.
The clutch suits me very well as it is big one!
A big bargain as I bought it for 18 pounds, down from 45 pounds!
In fact this clutch is also a great dupe for Celine clutch!
and Celine one:
• ASOS CURVE White Super Sexy Skinny Flares
I though that white trousers are not for me.. big mistake! I received so many compliments when wearing these trousers!
Another bargain - 14 pounds
• ASOS CURVE Ruched Waist Shift Dress in green – love this dress!
It is nice dress for everyday and also for night out!
It is now on SALE for 17 pounds in TAUPE colour!
Thank you ASOS! You are the best!
My favorite online shopping place is ASOS...
This place is like little heaven of trendy, fashion and budget friendly items…
ASOS means As Seen On the Screen – so you can have a wee feeling like you are a celebrity!
I have already introduced my Polish friends to do ASOS shopping heaven and they love it!
What is really bringing me back to ASOS is great relationship with their customers!
Their customer service is brilliant, very helpful and always reacting on time!
I have never had any problems to return any item. Usually my reason to return is ONLY because the item is too big or too small… not that I do not like it!
I also like their monthly magazine! lots of great tips and inspirations!
I am curvy woman, and ASOS have great selection of fashion clothes for curvy women, that do not look like sacks for potatoes….
ASOS offers huge SALE offers, going on pretty often and also if you sign on to their Facebook page then you can get big discounts! Recently I got 20 pounds discount of my purchase and now I have just received a discount code for 20% off …
I am already thinking what I will buy next...
During the summer sale I purchased some nice items that were like half price or even up to 70% from the original price.
Here comes my haul!
• ASOS Leather Slot Through Satchel
The original price was 60 pounds, I bought it for 30 pounds.
This is a leather bag in nude color and the design reminds me of the Proenza Schouler PS1 Large Leather Satchel that costs almost 2000 USD ( see Net-A-Porter.com)
You can purchase this bag in similar design now…
On my wish list is this satchel:
In fact the ASOS Leather Twist Lock Vintage Style Satchel in chocolate colour is a great dupe for latest Proenza Schouler PS1 Large Leather Satchel in black color.
• ASOS Premium Leather Shelley Wallet Clutch
It is oversized leather clutch I yellowish pastel green color. One thing I would add to this bag would be a belt that you can attach if you want.
The clutch suits me very well as it is big one!
A big bargain as I bought it for 18 pounds, down from 45 pounds!
In fact this clutch is also a great dupe for Celine clutch!
and Celine one:
• ASOS CURVE White Super Sexy Skinny Flares
I though that white trousers are not for me.. big mistake! I received so many compliments when wearing these trousers!
Another bargain - 14 pounds
• ASOS CURVE Ruched Waist Shift Dress in green – love this dress!
It is nice dress for everyday and also for night out!
It is now on SALE for 17 pounds in TAUPE colour!
Thank you ASOS! You are the best!
Friday, August 12, 2011
Lipstick – one way to bright your face!
Today I decided to test my newly purchased lipstick, L’OREAL COLOR RICHE INTENSE Lipsticks in color 370 – fuchsia.
I have already mentioned about it here: http://kamamakeupbar.blogspot.com/2011/08/belfast-shopping.html
First off all it is not so much fuchsia for me but is rather a very bright pinky - coral red color. Indeed it is very intense! When I buy lipstick they are rather in a nude beige color, but I am happy I tried something new!
I love L’Oreal lipsticks. I can honestly say that currently they are my favorite ones. I remember buying my first L’Oreal lipstick in Malta, 9 years ago. It was in nude beige color and I loved it! Then one year ago I saw a really nice bright fuchsia one, called L’OREAL COLOR RICHE MADE FOR ME INTENSE Lipsticks in color 288 – intense fuchsia.
It was not my usual lipstick color to buy. Although it was so nice a color, so well accomplished with my face that I had to have it and no regrets at all!
It is amazing how nice lipstick can brighten your face! You do not need too much make up just a good bright lipstick and you are good to go!
From high end lipsticks I adore YSL and Estee Lauder ones… in fact when I was in Belfast, shopping, I saw really nice and bright lipstick colors from YSL collection… I was thinking – buy or not to buy, at least one ;) then I went to the Superdrug store and I found the L’OREAL lipsticks… they were very similar in texture and in colors to the YSL ones! So I decided to buy three L’OREAL COLOR RICHE INTENSE Lipsticks in colors:
• 370 – crazy fuchsia (light Brunettes)
• 371 – pink passion (Brunettes)
• 373 – magnetic coral (Blondes)
I love these lipsticks! They are so trendy, glamorous and budget friendly!
Why I love them?
PROS:
• Rich and very intense colours
• Long-wearing due to its colour intensity, 1-3 hours without retouching
• Nice looking case and pleasant smell
• Velour structure of the lipstick
• Very fashion and iconic palette shades: red, fuchsia, orange, coral, etc.
• Medium to full finish with half matte and half satin finish.
• Enriched with a combination of Omega-3 oils and Vitamin E and helps to protect your lips from drying
• Budget friendly price
CONS:
• None!
On each of the lipstick there is information if it is best for blonde, light brunette, red or brunette.
I am light brunette and I think all three of the colors are quit good for me.
The L’OREAL COLOR RICHE ACCORDS INTENSE Lipstick is a great dupe for Rouge Pur Couture lipstick by YSL. I highly recommend them!
And what is your favorite lipstick that brightens your face?
I have already mentioned about it here: http://kamamakeupbar.blogspot.com/2011/08/belfast-shopping.html
First off all it is not so much fuchsia for me but is rather a very bright pinky - coral red color. Indeed it is very intense! When I buy lipstick they are rather in a nude beige color, but I am happy I tried something new!
I love L’Oreal lipsticks. I can honestly say that currently they are my favorite ones. I remember buying my first L’Oreal lipstick in Malta, 9 years ago. It was in nude beige color and I loved it! Then one year ago I saw a really nice bright fuchsia one, called L’OREAL COLOR RICHE MADE FOR ME INTENSE Lipsticks in color 288 – intense fuchsia.
It was not my usual lipstick color to buy. Although it was so nice a color, so well accomplished with my face that I had to have it and no regrets at all!
It is amazing how nice lipstick can brighten your face! You do not need too much make up just a good bright lipstick and you are good to go!
From high end lipsticks I adore YSL and Estee Lauder ones… in fact when I was in Belfast, shopping, I saw really nice and bright lipstick colors from YSL collection… I was thinking – buy or not to buy, at least one ;) then I went to the Superdrug store and I found the L’OREAL lipsticks… they were very similar in texture and in colors to the YSL ones! So I decided to buy three L’OREAL COLOR RICHE INTENSE Lipsticks in colors:
• 370 – crazy fuchsia (light Brunettes)
• 371 – pink passion (Brunettes)
• 373 – magnetic coral (Blondes)
I love these lipsticks! They are so trendy, glamorous and budget friendly!
Why I love them?
PROS:
• Rich and very intense colours
• Long-wearing due to its colour intensity, 1-3 hours without retouching
• Nice looking case and pleasant smell
• Velour structure of the lipstick
• Very fashion and iconic palette shades: red, fuchsia, orange, coral, etc.
• Medium to full finish with half matte and half satin finish.
• Enriched with a combination of Omega-3 oils and Vitamin E and helps to protect your lips from drying
• Budget friendly price
CONS:
• None!
On each of the lipstick there is information if it is best for blonde, light brunette, red or brunette.
I am light brunette and I think all three of the colors are quit good for me.
The L’OREAL COLOR RICHE ACCORDS INTENSE Lipstick is a great dupe for Rouge Pur Couture lipstick by YSL. I highly recommend them!
And what is your favorite lipstick that brightens your face?
Thursday, August 11, 2011
Emma Watson inspired make up at the NYC premiere
I really like smoky dramatic eye makeup.. although it seams to be very easy for me to create the smoky make up..till I saw Emma Watson make up!
Emma Watson was wearing this make up on her New York premiere of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 2.
Straight away I fall in love with the idea of this make up! Great imagination to put the gold leaf!!! It is some job to apply and glue the gold leaf….
See photos with Emma Watson make up and then my version of her make up, recreated on the face of friend Dorota.
(Sorry for the background of the photos, but didn't have enough time to play with photoshop..)
Let me know if you like it!
Emma Watson was wearing this make up on her New York premiere of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 2.
Straight away I fall in love with the idea of this make up! Great imagination to put the gold leaf!!! It is some job to apply and glue the gold leaf….
See photos with Emma Watson make up and then my version of her make up, recreated on the face of friend Dorota.
(Sorry for the background of the photos, but didn't have enough time to play with photoshop..)
Let me know if you like it!
Wednesday, August 10, 2011
Belfast shopping
Welcome back!
Last weekend I was in Belfast.. when I think about Belfast I think…shopping… well..not only but it is a nice thoughtJ
Of course I could not resist and visited few beauty departments.. 1st I went to Debenhams in Castel Court shopping mall… what really caught my eyes was MAC store – male make up artists wearing make up… especially as one of them had great makeup! I wanted to take a photo to put it on the blog and also to recreate it for everyone, but unfortunately he did not agree… in fact he was not nice at all… strange as I really did not have anything bad in my mind… just to take a photo of a lovely make up. In fact his behavior put me off the MAC shop… so I just went to the Estee Lauder counter where each of the beauty advisors had the same make up. It was very similar make up the Estee Lauder Fall 2011 makeup created by Tom Pecheux and called The Pure Color Mercury; the only difference was that instead of silver eye shadows ladies had graphite/navy/blue eye shadows on. It was pretty heavy but very glamorous make up, with the accent on the dark blue eyes and matte red lips. I will also try to recreate it and will take a picture for the blog.
I used the iMatch service at the Estee Lauder counter. Judith, EL beauty advisor, did match the correct foundation to my skin. I really like that kind of service! I have already tried this kind of service at the Clinique counter before… I used to think that my skin is yellow toned… I guess it was when I was 2-3 shades darker (tan, tan, tan…) few years ago… Nowadays I found out, thanks to Clinique and Estee Lauder counters, that my skin tone is Neutral. I can wear yellow and pink based foundations. I can greatly recommend to you the iMatch service, especially that it is free and you are not obligated to buy the foundation.
In Estee Lauder I found shades 2 and 3 to be my best shade and the foundation is: Double Wear Stay- In Place foundation in 3N1 Ivory Beige. I got 10 ml of this foundation for trying out and I am really curious how it will fit my skin… I will let you know whenever I think I am ready to say anything more about it.
I also visited Boots and Superdrug, looking for some new bargains…
In Boots I spotted new mascara by 17. It is called 17 Falsifeye mascara. I am nuts about good mascaras so anything that promises a false lashes look will interest me;) I purchased this mascara and as a free gift I received black gel eyeliner – all for 6.49 pounds. I have not tried it yet so I cannot say if it does what it promises. Although I think it is great value for money!
In Superdrug I also bough few cosmetics…
- lots of eyeshadows from FAMOUS by Sue Moxley – on sale from 4 pounds down to 2 pounds each!
- two baked eye shadows by Accessorize – 4,5 pounds each
- three matte L’OREAL COLOR RICHE ACCORDS INTENSE LIPSTICKs for 8,69 pounds each
- Nail Polish in NERD by H&M - 2.99 pounds
- Nail Polish in The ELLE Orange by MAVALA - free with September'11 ELLE magazine purchase
I used to buy only high end cosmetics, now I find plenty of cheap (or nice word: ‘Budget friendly’) cosmetics as good as high end ones..
Anyway, from all my beauty items I purchased the winner is… L’OREAL COLOR RICHE ACCORDS INTENSE LIPSTICK!!! But…. More about them in my next article…
Thanks!!!
Last weekend I was in Belfast.. when I think about Belfast I think…shopping… well..not only but it is a nice thoughtJ
Of course I could not resist and visited few beauty departments.. 1st I went to Debenhams in Castel Court shopping mall… what really caught my eyes was MAC store – male make up artists wearing make up… especially as one of them had great makeup! I wanted to take a photo to put it on the blog and also to recreate it for everyone, but unfortunately he did not agree… in fact he was not nice at all… strange as I really did not have anything bad in my mind… just to take a photo of a lovely make up. In fact his behavior put me off the MAC shop… so I just went to the Estee Lauder counter where each of the beauty advisors had the same make up. It was very similar make up the Estee Lauder Fall 2011 makeup created by Tom Pecheux and called The Pure Color Mercury; the only difference was that instead of silver eye shadows ladies had graphite/navy/blue eye shadows on. It was pretty heavy but very glamorous make up, with the accent on the dark blue eyes and matte red lips. I will also try to recreate it and will take a picture for the blog.
I used the iMatch service at the Estee Lauder counter. Judith, EL beauty advisor, did match the correct foundation to my skin. I really like that kind of service! I have already tried this kind of service at the Clinique counter before… I used to think that my skin is yellow toned… I guess it was when I was 2-3 shades darker (tan, tan, tan…) few years ago… Nowadays I found out, thanks to Clinique and Estee Lauder counters, that my skin tone is Neutral. I can wear yellow and pink based foundations. I can greatly recommend to you the iMatch service, especially that it is free and you are not obligated to buy the foundation.
In Estee Lauder I found shades 2 and 3 to be my best shade and the foundation is: Double Wear Stay- In Place foundation in 3N1 Ivory Beige. I got 10 ml of this foundation for trying out and I am really curious how it will fit my skin… I will let you know whenever I think I am ready to say anything more about it.
I also visited Boots and Superdrug, looking for some new bargains…
In Boots I spotted new mascara by 17. It is called 17 Falsifeye mascara. I am nuts about good mascaras so anything that promises a false lashes look will interest me;) I purchased this mascara and as a free gift I received black gel eyeliner – all for 6.49 pounds. I have not tried it yet so I cannot say if it does what it promises. Although I think it is great value for money!
In Superdrug I also bough few cosmetics…
- lots of eyeshadows from FAMOUS by Sue Moxley – on sale from 4 pounds down to 2 pounds each!
- two baked eye shadows by Accessorize – 4,5 pounds each
- three matte L’OREAL COLOR RICHE ACCORDS INTENSE LIPSTICKs for 8,69 pounds each
- Nail Polish in NERD by H&M - 2.99 pounds
- Nail Polish in The ELLE Orange by MAVALA - free with September'11 ELLE magazine purchase
I used to buy only high end cosmetics, now I find plenty of cheap (or nice word: ‘Budget friendly’) cosmetics as good as high end ones..
Anyway, from all my beauty items I purchased the winner is… L’OREAL COLOR RICHE ACCORDS INTENSE LIPSTICK!!! But…. More about them in my next article…
Thanks!!!
Saturday, August 6, 2011
Do you want to have skin like a baby?
Welcome again!
As I promised I am writing a review about Elizabeth Arden Pure Finish Mineral Powder Foundation SPF20.
I love this powder! I use it just as a finishing powder, not as a foundation. I think it is a bit to sheer and too light to use it as foundation. But honestly I have not tried to use it as a foundation, just as a powder..
It stayed on my face for about 3-4 hours, although I have so oily skin, that I do not expect it to stay longer. It was not very matte efect, but I do not like very matte efect as it does look so flat...
It does all what it is stating on the Elizabeth Arden website.
· Use-friendly
It is a very easy to use powder due to ground technology - you do not need to worry that powder will be all over you! As you just ground as much powder as you need. Even the puff is nice to use! I usually use the Kabuki brush with powder – but here the puff is good enough.
· It is non-drying
I have oily skin, but I hate drying powders, they make up feel like your face is stretched out, and then your skin tends to produce more oil…
This powder did not dry my face, more it made my face feeling eally comfortable that I use it with pleasure eveyday now.
· SPF 20 sun protection.
UVA and UVB protection plus it is infused with minerals rich with antioxidants, vitamins A, C and E and natural skin smoothers
· Pure baby skin finish….
luminous natural finish – what I can say that after I apply this powder my skin feels like baby skin! Love it!!! It has semi matte finish – just the right amount to look healthy not cakey.
Any bad thinks? I guess it is ONLY high price, luckily I bough it on sale…
Who may like it?
Anyone who is looking for a nice finishing powder.
Or someone who wants very lighta nd sheer foundation.
Who may not like it?
Someone who is looking for a medium coverage foundation and very matt effect.
Will I buy it again?
I think so, I love baby skin feeling on my face...:;)
Feel free to comment and ask questions!
Thanks! xxxx
Friday, August 5, 2011
Hi everyone! Hi all beauty junkies, all shopaholics…
It is my 1st time I am writing a blog.. I have been thinking about it for ages... why? There are so many people asking me for advices regarding make up, skin care, fashion..
Everyday I hear questions like: Do I look good in it, Do I look good in this make up, Do you think it is good cream for my face, etc… I guess some of you already know what I mean...
I start from myself, I am Polish woman leaving in the Northern Ireland… would love to say a girl but I guess I am rather a girl in my head...
I am in my 30’s and I really enjoy it! Why? This would be a long answer… but generally as I know what I want from life.
I love everything about make up! When I go out shopping in beauty department my husband has to wait for hours outside… brave man as I can be lost for few hours... Although I guess I am kind of shopaholic.. beauty, skincare, perfumes, clothes, jewelry, shoes and handbags…
I love bargains… recently I spot few bargains… make up and fashion ones…
As for make up I purchased Topshop make-up items on SALE.
- Topshop Duo Eyeshadow in Thunder (Peacock/Gunmetal color) for 1 pound!
- Topshop Duo Eyeshadow in Greyscale (Silver/gold) for 3 pounds
- Topshop Solid Gel Eyeliner in Ravine (Dark Green) for 1 pound
- Topshop Kohl in Frost– it was not on sale, but still a bargain – 4 pounds.
I am really looking forward to my package to be delivered now;) Whenever I will get it I will let you know what I think about them. Although as I remember testing them out in Topshop a while ago, they were pretty impressive.
Another bargains I spotted in my nearest Boots – lots of Elizabeth Arden make up products in price starting from 1 to 6 pounds.. I could not resist…
When paying for two items I found out that the 3rd is for free.
I bought:
- Pure Finish Mineral Powder Foundation SPF 20 in color 01 and 02 ( each for 6 pounds!)
-All Gone Eye and Lip Makeup Remover for 3 pounds.
I have tried Pure Finish Mineral Powder Foundation SPF 20 twice and I must say that it is really good powder! I will let you know more about it in my next post..
Anyway, thanks for your time and see you next time;)
Everyday I hear questions like: Do I look good in it, Do I look good in this make up, Do you think it is good cream for my face, etc… I guess some of you already know what I mean...
I start from myself, I am Polish woman leaving in the Northern Ireland… would love to say a girl but I guess I am rather a girl in my head...
I am in my 30’s and I really enjoy it! Why? This would be a long answer… but generally as I know what I want from life.
I love everything about make up! When I go out shopping in beauty department my husband has to wait for hours outside… brave man as I can be lost for few hours... Although I guess I am kind of shopaholic.. beauty, skincare, perfumes, clothes, jewelry, shoes and handbags…
I love bargains… recently I spot few bargains… make up and fashion ones…
As for make up I purchased Topshop make-up items on SALE.
- Topshop Duo Eyeshadow in Thunder (Peacock/Gunmetal color) for 1 pound!
- Topshop Duo Eyeshadow in Greyscale (Silver/gold) for 3 pounds
- Topshop Solid Gel Eyeliner in Ravine (Dark Green) for 1 pound
- Topshop Kohl in Frost– it was not on sale, but still a bargain – 4 pounds.
I am really looking forward to my package to be delivered now;) Whenever I will get it I will let you know what I think about them. Although as I remember testing them out in Topshop a while ago, they were pretty impressive.
Another bargains I spotted in my nearest Boots – lots of Elizabeth Arden make up products in price starting from 1 to 6 pounds.. I could not resist…
When paying for two items I found out that the 3rd is for free.
I bought:
- Pure Finish Mineral Powder Foundation SPF 20 in color 01 and 02 ( each for 6 pounds!)
-All Gone Eye and Lip Makeup Remover for 3 pounds.
I have tried Pure Finish Mineral Powder Foundation SPF 20 twice and I must say that it is really good powder! I will let you know more about it in my next post..
Anyway, thanks for your time and see you next time;)
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