3 posts tagged “big bang”

Remember this wishlist? I ordered more than half of the items on the list on a whim. Now one probably asks, why on earth would a culinary student like you, need that much makeup? Honestly, I don't know. Anyways, here's the list of things to come reviewed. If you haven't ordered from Sephora before, it's actually really great! Although you don't get to test the products out, the shades are pretty true to their colour on the site. I did order a certain amount to be entitled free standard shipping so it arrived within a week's time. Sephora was even nice to send me an email late last night telling me that the box had reached the Canadian border for checking so I could come back home finding the box in my mailbox. Super happy about their service.

THE List
1) Too Faced Fat Kiss in Fat Jelly - Official Product Site | Sephora Link
2) Too Faced Beauty Balm in Chocolate Bunny - Official Product Site | Sephora Link
3) Hard Candy Glitter Eye Pencil in Midnight - Official Product Site | Sephora Link
4) Smashbox O-GLOW Blush -  Official Product Site | Sephora Link
5) Philosophy Lemonade Lip Shine - Official Product Site | Sephora Link
6) stila Smudge Pots Eyeliner in Brown - Official Product Site | Sephora Link

Sephora also offers up to 3 free samples at checkout so I chose:
7) Benefit Eyecon(eye cream) Official Product Site | Sephora Link
8) Escada Sunset Heat Eau de Toilette - Official Product Site | Sephora Link
9) Ralph Lauren Ralph Rocks Eau de Toilette - Official Product Site | Sephora Link
The samples aren't and will not always be the same. They have masks, facial creams, washes and perfume samples offered at checkout.

Please understand that you don't have to get these products at Sephora. I just find that they have a whole range of different brands all on one site. Please keep in mind there is a shipping fee and that there is tax.

I've been thinking of doing this for awhile but haven't had the time. It's a long weekend before my winter semester starts at college so I thought I'd just post it while I have time. "Big Bang" is a new category I'm going to include in this blog. The purpose of it is to get a glimpse of my life. This month I'll start with my makeup bag. I carry all my makeup in a Coach cosmetic case. They don't have this particular colour/design on the site anymore so I don't know if they have it for sale or not. I only bought this makeup bag during the summer at the Hong Kong airport. If you ever get a chance, last minute shopping at the Hong Kong airport is a must! It's smaller in size so people do wonder how I manage to fit everything in. It's very strategic. Almost like a fitting puzzle pieces into the bag.. that's how I do it. I personally don't think I have a lot things in my bag. You judge.
1. The Body Shop Tinted Moisturizer with Kinetin
This is a product from two years ago. I was just lucky enough to purchase a new bottle a few weeks ago. I can rarely find an overall cover-up product that doesn't make my skin breakout. It's not too thick or smelly either. I was told by the sales that it works as a concealer as well. I haven't really tried to cover anything up with it so I don't know if it does that well or not. I use this as a primer. I probably shouldn't though... when I have philosophy's the present.
2. ettusais Zero Pore Oil Free(Oil or Dry Block) Foundation
I bought this when I was in Hong Kong during the summer. I've always wanted to try this Japanese brand. I was originally looking for some undereye coverup but the sales lady did a good job at promoting things so I ended up getting a couple of coverups and mascara. I'll probably review those later. Well, this oil free foundation compact comes in a really nice case(the sales lady gave me the case for free when you're supposed to actually buy it). The foundation comes in two types of forms targetted to oily and dry skin. I got the dry skin one and it works like magic on my skin. It gives me a really nice matte finish. As if I'm not wearing any makeup or something.
3. Kanebo T'ESTIMO Four Quad Sparkle Eyeshadow
I've always loved this Japanese brand. I love the model who does the commercials. This brand is all about the youthful and mature sparkle. Usually sparkle is for those little kids but in Japan, it can be used on anyone. What I love most about this quad is that they give you a combo of colours that can be used to together or solo. The quad comes with three shimmery eyeshadows and one thick creamy dark liner type. It also comes with two dual headed brushes so you can custom make your look. The case is also really pretty. This product is really popular in Japan but it's no longer being sold as a newer version has come out.
4. Tweezerman Folding Ilashcomb
Nobody likes clumpy lashes. Everybody likes clean, long and seperated lashes. When I bought this, I thought I was going to poke myself in the eye. It seperates my lashes really well. The thing I hate the most is cleaning the "teeth". It's really hard to get it all out once it's dry.
5. CARGO Duo Lipgloss
Remember this review? I haven't stopped using this lipgloss yet! It looks kind of disgusting in the above picture. I haven't really planned on how to finish the product.. I just stick my fingers in it now. I suppose I should get a lip brush.
6. ettusais gold eyelash curler
The same lady at the sales counter was extremely nice when I was there. She included quite a lot of things in my bag for free like this eyelash curler. I never got the different types of eyelash curlers out there. I just use what's given to me. I love the gold colour too! So blinging! Heard it was limited edition too.. only exclusive people can get this.
7. H&M mini hairclip
Retouching with your hair in way? That's impossible!
8. L'Oreal True Blend Super Blendable Concealer
If you don't get the right shade of concealer to mach your skin colour then you'll end up looking like a clown. That's why the True Blend line is really good. I personally don't like this particular concealer but I'm really trying to finish this one off. It's not reaaaally blendable as the product promises. I find it dries out quickly on my skin so I can't blend so what I'm left is a spot of stuff. Now I move fast when applying this product.
9. Bourjois Two-Tone Eyeliner Pencil
I just reviewed this product here.
10. L'Oreal Panoramic Curl Mascara(waterproof)
I bought this mascara randomly one day. I don't think I've ever found such a good mascara before. It really lengthens and curls my eyelashes. Not a lot of clump either. Now I only use the lash comb just to curl it even more. I also like how the brush is so small. It makes it so easy to control unlike those comb or big brush types.
11. CoverGirl Perfect Blend Eyeliner
You know, I just realized this was eyeliner when I checked the site just now. All along I thought it was a great brow pencil. It fills in my brows really well too. That's strange.. since I did find it in the brow section too. haha.

That's it! Reviews in a nutshell!
Note: I have sensitive skin that reacts to most face products including some mineral makeup. I'm not acne-prone but I do have some pinkish blemishes on my face. I also have combination skin.

Official Sites: Bourjois | The Body Shop |CARGO | CoverGirl | ettusais(Japanese) | H&M | L'Oreal | T'ESTIMO | Tweezerman
Where to buy: Amazon
                     Sasa
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* = recommended