Pickup A Trend: Crimson Red

Hey beautiful...

Recently, I picked up a couple of hawt eyeshadows from Inglot. 

As I've mentioned before in my previous posts, I am deeply in love with Inglot eyeshadows because of its colors and how pigmented they are. Of course, also cause they're super affordable!!! Oh, did I mentioned that before, no?

As a person who is easily influenced by commercials and beauty blogger reviews, I picked up a couple of unique colors from Inglot based on recommendations from fellow beauty blogger cyber-pals. 

One of it is this nice, rich crimson red - #495

I hesitated at first. When on earth am I gonna use this color? It's RED, for God's sake!! 

The Malays would cringe and say 'Merah, mak ngah!'...LOL

But, I proceed to the cashiers with confidence...chewah!

Last weekend, while walking around Pavillion with my besties, Lynn and Yas, I bought this top from Forever21. Yeap, you guessed it....now, I have a reason to use that red eyeshadow from Inglot.

Lynn & Yas
(perempuan senget!)

So here's the look I did...

:: CRIMSON RED ::

What's New: BB Cream Wonder

Yes dear, BB Cream a.k.a Blemish Balm Cream is the way to go this year.

What started of as a foundation for post-cosmetic surgery or laser treatment made popular by the Asians is now stampeding into the Western World.

BB Cream is no ordinary cream (duh!). What's great about it is that is a Wonder-cream that covers Sunscreen, Moisturiser, Pore-refiner (temporary) and foundation all in a tube.  Isn't it wonderful...?

It glides smoothly onto your skin and your face will appear, fairer, smoother and radiant in an instant! So it is no wonder that giant cosmetic companies are hopping onto the bandwagon.

Those days, the more popular BB Creams originated from Korea, Taiwan, Japan and Hong Kong. Brands like BRTC, Missha, Dr Jart, Skin 79, Face Shop and Etude etc.

Nowdays, moveover Asian labels and let's welcome....



MAC PREP+PRIME BEAUTY BALM

What's New: Ahoy! Bronzer...

Today, let's talk about Bronzer...ok, this may not appeal to most Asians since we are in a totally different race as compared to the westerners -  the race to be the 'fairest girl of us all...' :D But, it doesn't hurt to learn a bit about bronzers, no?

Since Summer is around the corner (not for us Malaysian though, Summer is forever for us! :P), most beauty giants are releasing their summer product line. The main highlight would definitely be....their Bronzer!

I personally don't wear any brozers but recently, after swatching the Guerlain Terra Inca bronzer, it was my first love for bronzer! What I liked about Terra Inca is that it's shimmery (yes, I have weakness for all things shimmery and glittery!) and when the MUA applied it on me, it made me look like I've been kissed by the sun in a very sexy way.

However, I believe it takes skill to apply a bronzer especially on us Asian. Cause if you put on too much of it, you'll end up looking like a clown. Always choose a bronzer that is between 2-3 shades darker than your skin but it MUST complement your skin's undertones. My advise is that you should consult with a professional MUA before buying any bronzers...

Anyway, here's a few recently launched Bronzers....


NARS BRONZER TRIO
includes the infamous Orgasm Blusher, Albatross & Laguna Bronzer

GUERLAIN TERRACOTTA BRONZER

SEPHORA SCULPTING DISC

Pickup A Trend: Shimmer White

What I really love about this make up-do is that it's hassle-free, quick and versatile enough to match with any outfit :)

:: Shimmer White ::

The Face Shop Products used for this makeup-do...
(Back-from left)
1) Lovely Meex Eyes BK905 (cream) Grey e/s,

2) Lovely Meex Eyes PP402 (shimmer) Light purple e/s,
3) Lovely Meex Eyes WH003 (shimmer) White e/s,

Product Review: Dior Addict Lipstick

Like I promised earlier, here's a brief review of the new Dior Addict Lipstick who featured the sexy and glamorous supermodel Kate Moss as their new brand ambassador.

Dior presents you a total of 56 selection of pink lipsticks inspired by John Galliano and the runway for their 2011 Spring/Summer collection. Color varies from pale pink to bright hot pink which is the current season must have for lipsticks. Think spring and all its blooming flowers.

Before I purchased my Dior Addict, I was contemplating between the new Chanel Rouge Coco Shine and Lancome L'Absolu Nu Rouge lipstick. The difference between these lipsticks produced by the 3 giant cosmetic companies in France is really nothing much. They each produce sheer-colored and balmy lipstick that promises to enhance your natural pink lips and moisturise it at the same time.

Announcing the Opening of Sephora at Starhill Gallery, KL

Yes my darlings....Sephora is finally here!
Opposite Pavillion....ain't that wonderful!

Gone are the days we wait patiently for our precious parcels from United States
Gone are the days we participate in sprees and we crazily punch in numbers calculating the price after the exchange rate
Gone are the days we admire and envy beauty products from far cause it's not available in Malaysia and you dare not purchase it for fear of getting the wrong color cause you can't test the colors out! T_T

All hail....SEPHORA....

I received an email inviting me to their opening on the 28 April 2011 at 12.30pm.
Unfortunately, *sobs* I had this super duper important meeting scheduled at 12.00pm so I had to pass.
I did however, asked around if any of my friends will be heading to Sephora and sadly everyone was too busy....

However, finally I managed to pay a short visit last weekend so here's some pictures I took (yes, via my 'super' handphone :P)

Pickup A Trend: Romantique Pink

:: Romantique Pink ::

 



I did this look using the L'oreal Star Secrets Shadow Quad by Michele Yeoh



Credit to icyabstract

I used all 4 colors

My Makeup Haul of the Week 090411

 1) Olay White Radiance CelLucent White Essence
Price: RM 125.00

Got it for: RM 105.00

*Okay, I finally gave in and succumb into buying this highly raved more pricey product by Olay. And yes, it's been in the market for quite some time and look out for my review on it :)

2) Dior Addict Lipstick in 'It Pink' - my current staple lipstick!
Price: RM 98.00
Got it for: RM 98.00

Pictures courtesy from Cafe Makeup

*Will DEFINITELY do a review on this amazing lipstick...all I can say for now is, love it, love it, love it!!


Till then, good luck & stay flawless...

xoxo,

Mariella Liyana

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