Hello, hello, hello, everyone~

I cannot believe how close we are to the Holidays! Well, not really, but close enough for me to start thinking about what to get people for Christmas and what I'm thinking of getting myself for my birthday. I really enjoyed writing my wish list last year so I thought I'd do it again! Aside from that, a few of my friends and relatives said they found it very useful because normally I'm pretty hard to shop for. So they say anyway :)) Last year, I managed to buy or be given half of the things I put on my wish list . I was even able to get two bottles Laneige Water Bank Essence (one I bought myself, and another was gifted me) so hopefully, I get just as lucky this year~

If anything else, this is just an excuse to talk about things I love reading reviews about, swatching repeatedly if there's a counter nearby, and staring at longingly through my computer screen if it's not available here. I have tried some of these products and found that I really liked them, but most of them have been just out of reach. *Finger crossed that I go on a trip where they're available and have enough cash*

REN Flash Rinse 1 Minute Facial

You may remember seeing this in my skincare post and NY mini haul. I put a tiny, tiny dollop on my finger and massage it in with dampened hands. It brightens, tightens, smoothens, and rejuvenates tired skin. I've been using it for several weeks now and I absolutely love it. Because I only have the sample though, I use it once a week as opposed to the recommended thrice a week. Even then I only use the tiniest amount because it feels like such a precious product. What I would do for a full-sized version of this *sigh*

Laneige Pore Minimizing Pack

I came home from a tiring commute home earlier this year and I felt like all the dirt of the world was on my face. Even after a bath and cleansing my face, I still felt a bit grungy and gross. I borrowed my cousin, Kim's tube of this and was blown away. It pulled out all the impurities leaving my skin clean. I was very surprised by how tightening it was and how baby soft and smooth my skin felt after. On a side note, Kim has a lovely blog if you want to check her out here.

Chanel Vitalumiere Aqua Ultra-Light Skin Perfecting Makeup in Beige #20

I cannot even count how many times I've swatched this at the Chanel counter. It's so beautifully lightweight and blends like a dream. The coverage is much higher than most people expect from such a thin formula and it's buildable too. I have wanted this for years and years, but seeing as it is pretty expensive, I probably won't get my hands on it any time soon. Still, it's nice to have things to look forward to having someday.

Bourjois Healthy Mix Serum Gel Foundation in #52

Having said that about the Vitalumiere Aqua, this is something with a more forgiving price tag that is pretty good as well. I'm a very big fan of the 10-Hour Sleep Effect Foundation, but I've been looking for something that's more hydrating. It isn't high coverage by any means, but it is very good at giving you a glowing skin-like finish. The formula is said to be very gentle as well and is good for people with more sensitive skin.

The Balm Mary Lou Manizer

Very recently, I've changed my mind about this highlighter. When I first swatched it on the back of my hand I found it way too glittery, but when I tried it out on my face it was a whole other story. The glitter isn't harsh at all and it gives you that gorgeous cheek highlight that's brighter than your future. From what I've seen, it photographs beautifully too.

Clinique Cheek Pop in #03 Berry Pop 

It's been pointed out to me recently (hi, Poreen) that I wear a lot of blush. While I never skip this step, it isn't one of those bits of makeup that I think about quite so much. I'm looking to expand my collection a tad and this is at the top of my blush wish list. It's much brighter than I would normally go for, but still very wearable. The reviews I've read have raved about how pigmented, buildable and, blendable this is and the wear-time wasn't bad either.

By Terry Ombre Black Star in #05 Misty Rock

I have to confess that this is on the list because I've seen it way too many times on way too many blogs and YouTube videos. It looks absolutely amazing on so many different people and is a multi-dimensional color that changes up depending on your coloring. It looks so easy to blend and is touted as a longwearing eyeshadow.

RMK W Color Mascara in #03 Blue & Violet

More often than not this year, I've reached for an earth-toned eyeshadow and kept my eyeliner colors neutral. Aside from my makeup having to be work and interview appropriate,a lot of my old bright eye products have become hard or patchy. I've been in need of an update. I came across these when my friend was asking for a recommendation for a pink or red mascara. This was extremely pigmented in the swatches I saw and I wanted them instantly.

Covergirl Star Wars Mascara in Dark Side

I can't believe The Force Awakens is coming out in two months! But before I runaway with my feelings, let's talk about this mascara. The Covergirl Super Sizer mascara is out in a special edition Star Wars TFA version. It's a wet formula, which lengthens and volumizes. Reviews were mixed on this one, mostly because of how it applies, but for as long as you know your way around a mascara wand, I don't think it should be a problem. If you're interested in this, there are a bunch of tutorials and exclusive content on the official Tumblr which are worth checking out.

Kiko Intensely Lavish Lipstick in #01 Lusty Peony

I don't know how I managed to only have one lip product on this list. What has come over me? :))  Kiko is a great brand and I have such a hard time keeping myself from wanting so much of their stuff. Just look at this gorgeous lipstick: The color is mauve-rose and is said to be very buttery and opaque. Then of course there is that absolutely beautiful rose gold packaging. Love the Art Deco vibe of the lip which is *gasp* magnetic. It's such a lovely product especially for at that price-point (GDP 6.90)

This year, I was way more selective of what I wanted to put on this list. At one point I had 30-40 things on my list. I took out a bunch of stuff that was just pretty to look at, but I really had no intention of buying or really using and knocked out a few things that were just repurchases. I'm thinking of putting the things I want to repurchase in a separate post sometime soon~

What are you bb's looking to get this year? Leave me a comment, I'd love to hear from you!

Hello Everyone!

A few weeks ago my friends and I spent the weekend together on a Harry Potter inspired getaway. We went to an amusement park and later our friend's house where we played games based on the books and movies. We were sorted into houses, "conjured" Patronuses, and collected Horcruxes every time we won a game. I was sorted into Slytherin~ very happy to say that my team was the overall champion! We all had a lot, lot, lot of fun and towards the end of the event, we had a Yule Ball photoshoot (even though it was technically still summer haha).

(photo: A. Aquino post-processing: T. Rosario)

We made the decision to make sure that Slytherin streamlined and we had a unified look. The end result was very "Old Hollywood" with the warm defined smokey eye and red lips.

For my base, I did my usual routine with the Bourjois 10-hour Sleep Effect Foundation in #72 and the Becca Shimmering Skin Perfector in Moonstone on my cheekbones and down the bridge of my nose. I also used my new Maybelline Fit Me Concealer in 15 Fair under my eyes and mixed in with my foundation to cover blemishes. On my cheeks, I used my YSL Blush Variation in 3 Camel. 

On the day itself, I had Danie of That Nugu, do my brows, but here I used the Majolica Majorca Lash & Brow Colorist in BR555 Maroon Brown. On my eyes, I started with the Maybelline 24hr Color Tattoo in Bad to the Bronze all over the lid and layered on more in the outer V. I deepened that with Erotica, a cool-toned dark glittery brown from the Too Faced Natural Eyes Palette. I took the warm gold Honey Pot shade onto the center of my eye. I blended everything in with Cocoa Puff, which is a warm glittery chocolate brown. Everything applied with fingers and blended with my BYS Synthetic Domed Shadow Brush.

 Then I went in with the Nichido/Precise Eye Pencil in Black Ebony in light dots and small strokes right on the lashline for subtle definition. I used the NYX Retractable Eyeliner in #08 Silky Cashmere on my lower waterline and on the inner part of my lower lashline (not on the tear duct!) I put a line of the Jessica Automatic Lip & Eye Liner Pencil in #22 Metallic Brown winged out slightly parallel to the lashes to elongate the eye. To further elongate the eye, I used my Eyeko Alexa Chung Lengthen & Strengthen Mascara, combing them up and out toward the sides and on the lower lashes. I also used some Andrea Individual Falsies right on the outer lashes. 

Finally on the lips, I prepped with Fresh Sugar Treatment in Rosé. On the day itself, I used Pauline's Nars Satin Lip Pencil in Mandore. To re-create that, first I stained my lips with L'Occitane Lipstick in #0141 Améthyste, then I mixed my Covergirl Queen Collection Lipstick in #Q415 Tawny Port and the VDL Expert Lip Color Lip Cube EX in #502 Hello Stranger.

(photo: A. Aquino)

Pauline (in blue & white) wanted to do a dark red lip (she's also done a post about this look here), Bella (in white) wanted a brown-toned smokey eye, and I wanted to use bronze-gold shades. We even put some bronze and brown shadows on Niño (in blue), which gave a nice sheen and some definition. I'm really happy with how everything came together and we all looked pretty damn good :)) The decision to have similar elements really paid off.

On this shoot, I also got to do makeup for five of my friends and they were all quite happy with how they turned out (especially my friend Marty who tried contouring for the first time XD) This has gotten me really excited for future photoshoots and I hope I get to do another one soon~

P.S. #SlytherWIN

Hello everyone! Long time no see~ A bit of time has passed and we've gone from Spring to Summer in a flash. April has been a very busy month for what with me doing the work of four people on the weekdays. Plus I’ve been out every weekend of the last month as well to keep myself happy and sane. That said I really should apologize for the lack of activity on here, but I made it a point to post this twice this week to make up for it. 

In lieu of a favorites post this month (because really, I'm still using all the same stuff and it isn't so fun talking about it over and over again >_<) I thought I would show you the makeup look I'm trying out this season. It's just a quick post today, but I promise you I have something scheduled that's going up on this blog real soon!

It's a pretty simple look that's really light and the focus is really on looking fresh-faced. We're already well into the summer here and it goes up to 40° C or 104° F. Crazy hot! Even if you're just staying indoors, you really feel how high the temperature is is. Everyone feels oily, sticky, and more than a bit gross. This is why it was important to me to at least look like I felt fresh.

 

(please excuse the light >< nothing can make it look less warm when the sun is that strong #TheCurtainIsMyFilter)

After doing my base with my Borjois 10-hour Sleep Effect foundation in #72, I  mixed my Becca Shimmering Skin Perfector in Moonstone with some foundation for concealing my under eye circles. I also put it on the tops of my cheeks, the bridge of my nose, and on my brow bone. I powdered everywhere, especially on my temples, down the sides of my nose, and along my hairline using the Innisfree No-Sebum Mineral Powder with a Real Techniques Powder Brush to dispel greasiness in those areas.

Tided up my brows a bit with the Tony Moly Delight Circle Lens Mascara. I lined my eyes (mostly tight-lining and in between lashes) with my Dolly Wink Eyeliner and put on two coats of Eyeko Eye Do Mascara for definition and to wake up the eyes. I also put a bit of the bronzey shade from my unidentifiable Dior palette in the outer V with a BYS Synthetic Domed Shadow Brush.

For a bit of color I used my trusty Borjois Cream Blush in #04. And on my lips I layered Chanel Rouge Allure Velvet Lipstick in #37 L’Exubérante (borrowed from aunt haha) over my C.O. Bigelow Mentha Lip Shine.

Aside from looking fresh, the point was to look glowing not greasy.So for this look, I put very little on the eyes and spent more time bringing light and fighting shine on my face. To add a teeny bit of interest I popped on a bright lip color that was very warm and summery, but had enough cool notes in it to balance the warmth of the skin and the golden sheen from the highlighter and the eyeshadow. 

This look stays on the whole day for me. I've gone to concerts and out walking with this on and it still looks decent come night-time even if I applied this in the late morning. That said I still haven't found a way to beat the heat. Any tips besides air-conditioning and cold drinks? Stay cool this summer!

Haven't done one of these in a while wew! It's been pretty busy the last few months, but I've finally gotten around to this. February was pretty stressful for me and it was really showing on my skin. I thought it would be best to cut down on the foundation and treatments. Plus truth be told, I've been very lazy this month in terms of makeup. That said, I've made it a point to be much more consistent with my skincare. The results have been promising so far and I have the products below to thank for it. Aside from that I also have a few items for those days when I felt I really wanted to have a bit of make up on which helped brighten my day as well.

Innisfree Apple Juicy Deep Cleansing Foam

I use this every morning because I figured that the apple juice scent would help wake me up a bit more. It's chock full of natural ingredients and Apple extract has AHA's which are good for reducing sebum (a fairly new skin issue for me). It gives a good cleanse and is pretty gentle. My skin feels soft and moisturized after use. It was also an absolute steal at KRW 10,000! 

Kiehl's Midnight Recovery Concentrate

I switch to something slightly stronger at night and use the Innisfree Green Tea Pure Cleansing Foam. Afterwards, I put this on freshly washed skin. This was yet another great recommendation from Pauline of Catpacking. I put 3-4 drops on my palm and warm it up in my hands before patting it on. I love love love how it makes my skin feel and look healthier. The scent also helps me get in the mood to sleep.

Clinique Moisture Surge Intense

Finally got my hands on a full-sized pot last January and I'm already a fourth of the way into it. I have to contain myself every time I talk about this product because I love it so much. It's a great gel moisturizer that also helps calm and smoothen my skin. Most of what I really like about it is in a review which you can read here. I use it at night to lock in the Kiehl's Midnight Recovery Concentrate and in the mornings after I wash my face. 

Innisfree Skinny Microcara

I've been keeping my makeup fairly minimal out of general laziness, but one of the things I find easiest to do is to put on mascara. This mascara has the slimmest brush I have ever seen and it is great for getting into the roots and is very defining. The finish is matte and it looks pretty natural even when you layer it on. For days when I go bigger on the lashes and use fibrewig mascaras, I swipe this on the lower lashes to keep them from looking clumpy. I have to thank Danie of That Nugu for this lovely present and for getting me the cleansing foam as well!

Eyeko Eye Do Liquid Eyeliner

Really been loving this eyeliner. My friend Kara had one (as well as a stunning collection of pictures on Instagram) and I immediately wanted one. I've always been a big fan of a brush tip for consistent precision when drawing wings, but a sponge tip is fantastic for pressing into the roots and one-swipe application. Alexa Chung, who designed this pen, designed it to be easy and quick and I've found that to be true. I also cannot get over how this is able to replicate the matte look of a gel eyeliner. It also has great staying power, but is never difficult to remove at the end of the day.

Too Cool For School Roll Lip Pop in #01 Pop Red

I did not expect to like this lip balm at first as I didn't think it was anything special. That was until I noticed that unlike a lot of others, this did not make the dry bits flake off the moisturized lip. My lips felt moisturized and smooth for hours. The tint it leaves is a raspberry color which also stays and it builds up with reapplication. It is very similar to my VDL Tint Bar Triple Shot, but the consistency is thinner, more gel-like than a solid balm. I've finished mine up and I'm planning to repurchase this soon.

VDL Expert Color Lip Cube EX SPF 10 in #502 Hello Stranger

Despite it being a minimal makeup month for me, I couldn't resist a red lip when I went out. I did use quite a few other reds this month especially around Valentines. My favorite of the bunch is this incredibly gorgeous one from VDL. It's got it all: it's a pretty shade of burgundy red, it has great pigmentation and color pay-off, it has moisturizing formula and SPF 10, it really stays on when applied properly, it has classy packaging and an amazing rose scent. Really, what't not to love?

Marcia Shiny Nail Colour

I think this may be the first time I've mentioned a nail polish on this blog. It's really good quality for such a cheap polish (HK$3 for 1, HK$5 for 2 at Sasa). It doesn't chip easily and the color is very vibrant even with just one coat. Most nail polishes go bad before I can even get halfway through them, but this tiny bottle has just the right amount for me. This cutie is a vivid tangerine color with very small specks of gold and pink glitter. I really like this color and how bright it is. Perfect for spring!

Keeping things simple has done my skin a lot of good. I have a lot of fun putting on a good base, blush, eyeshadow, the whole shebang, however, I've learned that I really cannot have a full face of makeup on all day every day. These products are a few of the ones that helped improve my the condition of my skin or just my mood that day. It really is amazing how just a bit of mascara or a hint of color can make you feel a bit better when you think you look less-than-your-best. I don't know if I'm alone in thinking this, but I find that when a day isn't going so well, I take comfort in knowing that at the very least I look okay haha. Hope you had a good month!

 

I went through a lot of reviews on the Fairydrops mascaras before I bought my first one and everyone seemed to love them. I was skeptical at first because a lot of the pictures of people who had it on looked like they had very sparse and spidery lashes. Nevertheless, I had only read good things about it so I thought I would give them a try. Since then I have raved about this brand to all my friends who would listen and now I will rave about them here. I have pictures of my lashes with both types of mascara, but I was using daylight so I must apologize in advance for how different the lighting looks in some of them.

Name: Fairydrops Volume Burst Mascara Las Vegas Sweets

Shade: Volume & Curl

Net Weight: 7.2 ml

Price: HK$98.00

Purchased at: SaSa Citygate Tung Chung

I have been using for some months and I remember loving it when I first opened it. It was one of the first mascaras that did everything I wanted it to do. This mascara is very black and dries matte. It’s volumizing, but not drastically so unless you really lay on layer after layer A friend of mine did my makeup once and put 15 maybe 20 coats of this mascara on my lashes to add drama. So it is buildable, but not good for touchups later in the day because it gets flakey when you do that. I’ve found that it’s better to layer the mascara while it’s still partially wet and not wait too long between coats. The micro fibres look natural, but look more obvious and less like they’re “part of the lash” with more coats.

Top to Bottom - 1 coat, 2-3 coats, 5 coats

Left - Curled lash, Right - Uncurled lash

If you hold the wand firmly in place long enough (10-20 seconds), it can curl your lashes a little and they hold a curled lash pretty well. You get good lash separation with one coat, but with more coats the lashes get bumpier and clumpier especially at the ends. The formula is not wet and liquid-y so a spooly might not be the best option to separate lashes after application. A lash comb works much better for de-clumping the lashes.

The wand has the trademark 3-puff shape with lots of tiny synthetic bristles, which are really good at coating lashes. However, I cannot lay the whole brush super close to the roots of my lashes though because it has a tendency of going onto the center of my waterline and when the tiny fibres get too close to my eye it can be scratchy and irritating. I use the side of the top puff to get close to the base of lashes to avoid that problem.

Top to Bottom - 1 coat, 2-3 coats, 5 coats

Left - Uncurled lash, Right - Curled lash

When they say waterproof they mean it. I have cried with this mascara on (thrice) it did not flake, fade, smudge, or move at all. As with all waterproof formulas, this is quite difficult to remove. I have been able to use just Bioderma to remove it, but that can take a very long time. Oil-based removers make quick work of it though and are able to clean off the mascara and the mircrofibres.

I would repurchase it, but they’ve stopped selling them at Sasa and they’re incredibly overpriced in Manila (HK$70/Php400 more than the price at Sasa)

Name: Fairydrops Platinum Mascara Film Type

Shade: Long & Curl

Net Weight: 7.2 ml

Price: HK$110.00

Purchased at: SaSa Silvercord TST

I’ve been using this everyday for two weeks, so this doubles as a first impressions post for this mascara. It is also a matte black mascara. The formula is quite similar to the Volume Burst Mascara especially in terms of lengthening, and it does volumize, but not as much. It also holds a curled lash just as well even if it isn’t waterproof.

Top to Bottom - 1 coat, 2-3 coats, 5 coats

Left - Curled lash, Right - Uncurled lash

Like the Volume Burst Mascara, it is best not to touch up and just layer the mascara while it is still partially wet. When you build up the layers obviously it will get clumpier and the microfibers become more visible and less natural looking. It is not as buildable as the Volume Burst, but I don’t think I really need 15+ coats of mascara for daily use anyway. It will not flake unless you put on another coat long after the first application. I found it was easier to comb through the lashes with the Platinum Mascara than the Volume Burst Mascara. I also noticed that this mascara is slightly better in terms of separating the lashes.

The brush on the wand still has the 3-puff design, but is curved and it is amazing. The shape is perfect. I can lay the whole wand along my lashline and not have to contend with accidentally getting microfibres on my waterline. The curved shape also makes getting to the fine hairs on the ends of the lash and the lower lashline a little easier. While holding the wand at an angle, use the top-most puff to get product on the smaller hairs.

Top to Bottom - 1 coat, 2-3 coats, 5 coats

Left - Uncurled lash, Right - Curled lash

It is a water resistant formula as well, so while it is not waterproof, it doesn’t melt if you get teary-eyed. It doesn’t fade or smudge and it generally lasts all day on me, but may not be quite as durable on wetter or oilier lashes. It can be removed easily with just Bioderma (no need for oil-based stuff or to spend 5-10 minutes easing it off). It comes off in little black eraser-type bits and does not smudge everywhere.

This is definitely something I would repurchase. I’ve fallen in love with this mascara much like I did with the Volume Burst. I might love the Platinum Mascara a little more though because of how much easier it is to remove and because of the lash separation. They’re equally good at holding a curl, and lengthening my lashes. For these reasons the Platinum Mascara is a great everyday mascara while the Volume Burst would be better for days when you want to layer and have thicker, more dramatic lashes.

Having used these two mascaras, reading reviews, and hearing what my friends had to say about the other types in this line I’m inclined to believe that all the Fairydrops mascaras are very good. These are two things I would love to repurchase, but maybe after I give the other formulas a try as well. 

TL;DR

Fairydrops Volume Burst Mascara Las Vegas Sweets

+ black & matte, volumizing, buildable, microfibers look natural, can curl lashes, hold curled lashes, good lash separation, 3-puff wand is good at coating the lashes, super waterproof, durable & long-lasting, more dramatic

-- not good for touchups, bumpier and clumpier with more coats, microfibers can be scratchy and irritating if placed too close to the eye, difficult to remove

 Fairydrops Platinum Mascara Film Type

+ black & matte, lengthens, holds a curled lash very well, better lash separation, water resistant formula, easier to comb through, does not flake easily, curved 3-puff wand gives a more even coat and is good for hard-to-reach lashes, doesn't fade or smudge, long-lasting, better for everyday

-- not good for touchups, can get clumpy with more layers, not as buildable or volumizing as the Volume Burst Mascara, may not be as long-lasting on wetter/oilier lashes

My first encounters with makeup undoubtedly had to do with my mother and the pretty things she kept in and on her dressing table. I think this may be true for many people as well. This tag was sparked by the observation that I have a lot of makeup that I (shall we say) inherited.  I’ve picked up lots of makeup from my mom’s dresser over the years (and she has taken some of mine as well) and I thought it would be fun to talk about a few of them.

1. What is your favorite “stolen” piece?

Covergirl Queen Collection Lip Color in #Q415 Tawny Port

This is definitely one of my favorite lipsticks and my favorite wine shade. It’s a deep red with a very slight plummy undertone. It creates the best stains for every day and when applied well, looks really good for evenings or days when you feel like being more dramatic. It is very moisturizing, nicely scented, and long lasting as are many of my favorite lip products. My mom and I share this one and she takes it back when I’m obsessing over another lip color and I take it back when she doesn’t bring it with her when she goes away.

2. Do you have something of hers that she doesn’t know you have taken?

Two Faced Natural Eye Neutral Eye Shadow Collection

This was in my September 2014 favorites and it is still the palette I reach for the most. Silk Teddy is the prettiest thing and very few light ashy browns have beat out Velvet Revolver as my go-to contour shade. I took this from the box where my mom keeps all the new stuff she is saving for later or going to give away. I’ve had it for about a year now and I do not think she has noticed. Shhhh.

3. What item have you taken that you have not used?

Dior 1 Couleur Powder Mono Eyeshadow in #979 Grenache

It is a vibrant, blue-toned pink eye shadow. I think I took this because I thought it was a blush. It is very pretty with fairly decent color payoff. While it is beautiful, I am not too keen on blue-toned pinks as I prefer coral and orange-toned ones. I tried to give this one back, but my mom said I could keep it. She got it as a gift from her sister and wasn’t too fond of the color either. My mom and I are more into neutral eye shadows and colored eyeliners.

4. Is there something you have been meaning to return?

NYX Lip Smacking Fun Colors Lipstick in #LSS569 Snow White

Also a dark berry or wine shade. It has more plum in it that the Covergirl one and has a satin finish and is far less moisturizing. I really cannot do any lip that isn’t even a little glossy or hydrating because my lips can get really dry. It gets really bad with satin and matte finishes. My mom and I bought this together thinking it would be a good thing to switch out for the Covergirl one. It is a good alternative if you need a darker color, but definitely not if you need something moisturizing.

5. Are there things in your collection that you think she wants to steal?

RealTechniques Powder Brush and Urban Decay Eyeshadow Primer Potion in Original

When I got this brush I let my mom feel how super soft and fluffy it was. For a week after that she kept asking about it and looked like she would really enjoy using it. Well, her and my aunt and my cousin, who felt it as well. My mom felt the same way about my UD Primer Potion. After I got the Naked palette from her she asked for the four samples of Primer Potion that came after it and she has been using them and testing them all out. This was months ago and she still has them. She stored them very well and only uses the smallest amounts. She prefers the Original formula to the others and put this on her Christmas list. If I found either of these missing, I would know she probably borrowed them.

6. Do you have a makeup memory with your mom that you want to share?

I was a very young kid, (I would say baby because all children under six are babies to me), and I was making a card for my mom. I think I saw a cartoon where one of the characters put on lipstick and kissed a note. I got it into my head that I wanted to do that and so I went into her dresser and picked out a bright pink lipstick. I slathered it all over my lips and kissed the card and then I used the lipstick to write, “I love you, mommy.” My mom got home and I gave her the card and she kissed me and said thank you and then later added that I should make her another one, but with crayons. Haha~

7. Who do you want to tag?

I am tagging the lovely Pauline of CatPacking. She was really excited by this tag and to be honest, I really want to see more of the stuff she has in her collection. I also want to tag anyone else who wants to try this out. Write me a comment if you did!

I probably would not have been interested in makeup at all if it were not for my mom being quite good at it. I think that from now on I might indicate if something I’ve reviewed or included in a list has been, “stolen from mom.” I had a lot of fun digging through my makeup and writing this. I have a list of all the products down below. If you are interested, I will tell you as much as I can about any of them even the (sob) discontinued ones. 

Thanks for reading!

1. The Face Shop Illuminating Cushion Blusher in #02 Orange

2. Dior 1 Couleur Powder Mono Eyeshadow in #979 Grenache (Discontinued)

3. Urban Decay Naked 1 Palette

4. Jessica Automatic Lip & Eye Liner Pencil in #18 Dewberry

5. Jessica Automatic Lip & Eye Liner Pencil in #15 Violet

6. Boutique Lip Liner in #8

7. Yves Saint Laurent Blush Variation Fard à Joues in #3 Caramel (Discontinued)

8. Majolica Majorca Skin Remaker Pore Cover SPF PA+ in Beige Ochre 10

9. Lancôme  Rouge a Lèvres Attraction in #319 Rose Impulsion

10. Dior Solo Dior Fard à Paupiérs in #102 Gris Nuage Clouds (Discontinued)

11. Bourjois Smile Enhancing Gloss in #07 Beige Tapis Rouge

12. Boujois Smile Enhancing Gloss in #05 Framboise Hollywood

13. The Face Shop Baked Shimmer All-Over Illuminator in #05 Gold Nuance (Discontinued)

14. Majolica Majorca Shiny Highlight (Discontinued)

15. NYX Lip Smacking Fun Colors Lipstick in #LSS569 Snow White

16. Dior Rouge Diorever in #632 Actress Chestnut (Discontinued)

17. MAC Eye Shadow in Greensmoke (Lustre)

18. Dior 5 Couleurs (Name and number unknown, Discontinued)

19. Two Faced Natural Eye Neutral Eye Shadow Collection

20. Bourjois Effet Lumiere Trio D'Ombres à Paupiérs in #48 Prune Royale (Discontinued)

21. Covergirl Queen Collection Lip Color in Q415 Tawny Port

22. Majolica Majorca Skin Lingere Pore Cover

23. L'Occitane en Provence Lipstick in #0141 Améthyste (Discontinued)