Showing posts with label cc cream/foundation. Show all posts
Showing posts with label cc cream/foundation. Show all posts

Monday, September 15, 2014

MAKE UP TIPS-HOW TO GET A SOPHISTICATED LOOK

Make Up is the tool women use in order to prep up their look every time they are going out. Make up allows women to feel confident and it is a secret kit for them to cover any unwanted spots or pimple before stepping out of the house. Another benefit of make up is that it allows women to change up their look from naturally blushed to super cute to dramatically sexy. Going for sexy look is not that easy as there are certain steps of make up tricks which women have follow.

The first one to create a sexy look is to target the eyes. Women could start exploring the multiple colours in the eyeshadow pallete and experiment a smokey eye look. 

1. The first step to get a sexy smokey eye look is by wedging black creamy eyeliner into the upper and lower lashes of your eyes. 

2. Then, soften it up by rubbing it in gently and layer a black coloured eyeshadow on top. 

3. After that, apply a shimmery grey eyeshadow colour on the upper lids and blend it together. 






Once you are with the eyes, let move to lips that look supple and moisturize naturally. Women should never look down upon the nude natural lip look as it looks sexier then you could ever think of. To get a natural moisturize lip is easy! 

1. First, apply some lip balm onto your lips to avoid dry cracked lips and then select a lipstick colour which matches your natural lip tone. 
2. Browse through the lipstick colour shade selection and choose the perfect one for you. 
3. After all that is done, top your lip with another layer of lip balm or add some shine with lip gloss. 





Other than that, having a blushed cheek will definitely make you look adorable and fresh. As different women have different skin tone colour, choose a blusher which is suitable for you. For the fair skin tone ladies, a pink colour blusher will be perfect for you to show off your sweetness. While the olive and darker skin tone ladies, could opt for a golden or copper coloured blusher. 

1. Apply it on your cheekbones and swab it in the corner of your eyes and tip of your nose for a naturally blushed look. 


2. For women who can’t wait to try out these simple tips, check out ZALORA as it offers customers with a wide range of cosmetic products online. Purchase new make up products and start creating your feminine look. 


Sunday, August 10, 2014

MAKEUP: KOREAN NUDE GLOWY MAKEUP&GRADIENT LIPS 2014

Natural makeup is such a huge thing these days and not everyone can go out with smokey eyes on daily basis especially in Malaysia.  So, I think many Malaysian find natural makeup one of their favourite looks.  With the extreme hot and humid weather, I find most of my makeup will melt down even before the end of the day.  Therefore, I do change a little of the normal makeup that the Korean do.

Basically, their usual consist of drawing the eyebrow straight with eyebrow mascara, cc cream, cc cushion, lip tint&peach blusher.  They do not use powder as it will take away the 'glow'.

As for me, this is how I normally do my makeup for a natural look.  Actually no one notices anything on the days I don't even makeup.  So, it is like makeup but no makeup.  Oh, gosh.  What am I talking about?





MAKEUP: KOREAN NUDE GLOWY MAKEUP&GRADIENT LIPS 2014
1.  Just fill in the spares very lightly to balance the eyebrow for a straight eyebrow.  No obvious changes to the eyebrow.Do not need to draw too thick or too dark.  Korean eyebrows look natural.






MAKEUP: KOREAN NUDE GLOWY MAKEUP&GRADIENT LIPS 2014
2.  Mix the bb&cc cream.  Apply the mixture on the face with a rubbery kind of puff.  Pat it on the face.
3.  The apply a little CC cream/CC cushion on the parts that you want to highlight such a cheek bone and forehead.


MAKEUP: KOREAN NUDE GLOWY MAKEUP&GRADIENT LIPS 2014
4.  Apply liptint using the gradient lip style. Use lip concealer after applying the lip tint.

MAKEUP: KOREAN NUDE GLOWY MAKEUP&GRADIENT LIPS 2014
No touch up. Does it look natural? Oh and sorry, I forgot mascara or fake eyelashes.
MAKEUP: KOREAN NUDE GLOWY MAKEUP&GRADIENT LIPS 2014
Sorry look angry here but the gradient lips look more obvious here.

MAKEUP: KOREAN NUDE GLOWY MAKEUP&GRADIENT LIPS 2014




So, here is it =),  I don't apply a lot of bb cream unless you are using those water resistance or waterproof type or else it would all melt few hours later and mix with the oil and cause skin trouble later.  In the room itself is 31 Celsius.
For those working in aircon room-use cc cream or CC cushion since it contain more moisture than BB cream.



You do not have to use all the products I list here as it is just suggestion.

Here is the list of product use:
1. ZA Eyebrow pencil / clear eyebrow mascara /brow shadow. Go for your natural hair colour.
2. LC derma CC cream (get one that is water resistance)
3. Tony Molly BB cream (again get one that is water resistance)
4. light coral blusher or very light pink (MAC blusher- azalea in the afternoon) ( you could use none as well)
5. liptint in orange or pink (I used Elianto lip colour, lipstick mix with lipbalm)
6. Brown eyeliner (optional)

Tips&tricks
1. I mix the bb cream with cc cream for a healthy glow look and for enough coverage.  My ratio is about 2:1     .  If your skin do not have any skin problem to cover or have dry skin, then just use cc cream or cc    cushion.
2. Korean generally use cc cream that is one tone lighter than their natural skin colour for a fairer &brighter looking effect.  If you find that is just too 'white' &unnatural , then mix it with bb cream or foundation. You could skip it if you have flawless skin.
3. I use a rubbery kind of puff to just pat the mixture of cc&BB cream onto my face for even coverage.
4.  Highlight is done in a very subtle way with just using cc cream or cc cushion. (reason for the 'light' colour)
5. No bronzer or shimmery makeup products.
6. You could use clear mascara and only apply the fake eyelashes(cut them into few pieces) at outer corner of the eyes.



Ps: This year makeup focus more on the lips instead of on eyes.  So, go for orange or pink lips with gradient effects =)  .


This is not a sponsored review. The opinions expressed here are my own and honest as always.

Saturday, August 9, 2014

L'OREAL PARIS MAT MAGIQUE ALL IN ONE COMPACT WITH SPF 34 PA+++




L’Oréal Paris Malaysia has just introduced the all-new L’Oréal Paris Mat Magique All-in-One Compact with SPF 34 PA+++ recently.


This product which is specially developed and formulated for South East Asian women, allows you to achieve your dream of having abeautifully fresh, radiant and perfectly poreless-looking effect complexion that lasts for up to 12 hours*!


Fresh from Paris Fashion Week, the Modern Matte look is taking the beauty world by storm. Forget the dull and chalky effect that we used to associate matte skin with; Modern Matte is all about creating a light, smooth effect that’s radiant and fresh. Imagine shine-free with perfectly poreless-looking effectskin that lasts all day without the need for touch-ups.


With the all-new Mat Magique All-in-One Compact by L’Oréal Paris, you can instantly transform your skin. A beauty breakthrough in the form of a superior unique mineral: Natural Volcanic Perlite mattifies skin and absorbs sebum, giving you a shine-free, freshly-applied look for hours on end.



This all-in-one compact powder works three ways for a lasting Modern Matte look:

1) Primes – Mat Magique’s skin balancing properties prepare skin for a flawlessly matte or shine-free finish that lasts up to 12 hours*, even in a hot and humid environment like Malaysia. Best of all, you don’t have to touch up!

2) Covers – Mat Magique helps to conceal blemishes and imperfections, providing the ultimate coverage like any foundation, while caressing skin with a veil of lightweight powder. With its refined airy smoothing finish, skin is instantly transformed.



3) Protects – With SPF34 PA+++, Mat Magique offers broad spectrum protection against UVA/UVB rays, making sure your skin stays shielded from potential aggressors for long-term beauty.


It’s official – matte is in this season. With Mat Magique, you can easily recreate the Modern Matte look with just one sweep, and finish it off with your favourite Color Riche Moist Matte. Let your skin take centre stage and revel in the feeling of being noticed for all the right reasons. After all, it’s “Because You’re Worth It”!

To complete the Modern Matte look is the new L’Oreal Paris Color Riche Moist Matte, a range of rich and vivid matte lip colours that envelops lips in a flawless matte finish, lasting up to 4 hours.



L’Oréal ParisMat Magique All-in-One Compact is available in three shades that are specially-formulated for South East Asian skin tones: R1 Rose Ivory, N2 Nude Vanilla and G2 Golden Ivory; and L’Oréal ParisColor Riche Moist Matte has 8 shades. The compact are selling at recommended retail price of RM39.90, refills are available for only RM19.90, and lip colours selling at recommended retail price of RM35.90 each,all at major pharmacies and retail outlets.



Here is the review about the product.
Press release.  For more information, please visit L'Oreal Facebook and L'Oreal official website  .

Wednesday, June 11, 2014

MAKEUP: TUTORIAL FOR SIMPLE WATER GODDESS OR WATER NYMPH

I always wanted to try doing different kind of makeup for some costume party but obviously my skills is sure lacking.  I would tried to avoid makeup  as much as I do no matter how much I like to see it on others.

So, here I am trying a different kind of makeup today.  It is actually simple and easy to do it yourself at home.


GEO ANA45 Color Nine Moon Gray




1. Put up circle lens such as GEO ANA45 Color Nine Moon Gray.
2. Apply CC cream.  I like to use latex sponge since I am not good with hand application.
3. Apply eyeshadow and eyeliner. *sorry* I am obviously lacking in eyeshadow application.
4. Then apply some coral pink lipstick.
5. Add some hair accessories-mine is actually made from beads.
6. Lastly wear some white or bluish dress and you look is complete

GEO ANA45 Color Nine Moon Gray.
the subtle grey colour of GEO ANA45 Color Nine Moon Gray 





Here is the list of the products used:
1.Contact lens from Uniqso
2. eyebrow pencils
3. pencil eye liner
4. Blue eyeshadow
5. Pink lipstick
6. clear lipgloss
7.  shimmery powder
8. DIY beads


GEO ANA45 Color Nine Moon Gray

GEO ANA45 Color Nine Moon Gray

GEO ANA45 Color Nine Moon Gray

GEO ANA45 Color Nine Moon Gray
GEO ANA45 Color Nine Moon Gray


GEO brands contact lens is actually very comfortable and my eyes doesn't feel dry even after 6 hours of wear.

The GEO ANA45 Color has actually very subtle colour so it is wearable even on normal days without looking odd.  One can only notice the differences if they are 1cm away from you.  The enlarging effect is natural enough to make people feel that 'there is something but again nothing'.

GEO ANA45 Color Nine Moon Gray retails at RM 62.60 or USD19.90 at Uniqso.  Geo is made in Korea.  Uniqso shipped internationally.
Here is the direct link to the contact lens  GEO ANA45.

For more information, please visit official website of Uniqso.  Only circle lens is sponsored.  However, the opinions expressed here are my own and honest as always.


You could use 'yuerain' for 10% discount for your buys in Uniqso .

Saturday, May 24, 2014

SKINCARE TIPS: HOW TO CHOOSE SKINCARE PRODUCTS FOR ACNE PRONE SKIN

HOW TO CHOOSE SKINCARE PRODUCTS FOR ACNE PRONE SKIN


It has been sometimes since I write about skincare tips and here I am back with another post on how to choose product for acne prone skin.


I am a skincare junkie and yes I love skincare products more than makeup =). I am not good in makeup, lazy and I think having a good skin is better than having the best concealer in the world.


Whenever I am in Kuala Lumpur, I would sure visit Sephora but now we can also order the products online through Zalora website . \ ^ v ^ /  How amazing is that???  My friends love Sephora eyeliner because they are cheap and it is really nice considering the price.  Oh, let go back to the skincare tips =)  .





1. First of all, know your skin type. It might be dry with acne , oily with acne or combination with acne. Do not assume that everyone has the same skin type.



2. Check your age. Acne products that works for adult is not the same as the acne products for teenagers as the skin built is not the same. Look for brands that cater to certain age.


3. Use a good simple cleanser for your skin. The Koreans follow the double cleaning method which is use oil cleanser first follow by the foam cleanser. Or you could use cleansing water which is also very popular for oily skin.  Treat your skin like a baby.
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4. Then after lotion/toner, applied the essence or moisturizer.


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5. Apply eye cream to reduce the stress around the eyes and prolong your youth.


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6. Do pore cleansing mask and then sheet mask to reduce the flare up. Most Korean do “A sheet mask A day” and it does help but since I don’t have deep pockets, I can’t do that every day. Choose the mask for acne/sensitive/trouble/blemishes and ingredients such as green tea, honey and hydrating ones.

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I think that is some simple skincare tips on choosing products for acne prone skin.  If there is anything that you would like to know, feel free to let me know at the comment section.



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Thursday, May 1, 2014

SKINCARE TIPS: KOREAN SKINCARE TIPS 2

SKINCARE TIPS: KOREAN SKINCARE TIPS 2

Hi everyone, I shared few Korean skincare tips and I am back for second post. Everyone wants a good skin =) . So this is what I had gathered after watching their famous beauty show up to now.

1. Using soda water to clean skin
This is quite expensive if you plan to use carbonated water every day. One can of soda water cost about RM1.60.  It is such a rave in Korea now.  There is even carbonated products in the market already.  I saw one bottle of Spritzer carbonated bottle is selling for RM3.90 in Malaysia.  It is said to deep clean the skin from dust.

2. Using spinach water to clean skin
Seriously people like me would never do this because I will usually end up eating the spinach than using the water on my skin. It is said to deep clean the skin.

3.Using sea kelp/algae to clean skin
This is know for cleaning and calming the skin. Just blend the kelp with water. Put a paper mask on the face and put the kelp on the face.  It is very hard to find algae in Peninsular but it is common in Sabah.  So, next time do buy some when you are there.
Again, I am too lazy to do it.

4.Using yogurt to clean the skin

Yogurt is good for skin but again it will just go into my stomach. OMG, so many things go into my stomach and I sound like a serious glutton.  Yogurt is good for acne prone skin because it has lactic acid. However, sorry I love food so much that it is better to go into my stomach.

5. Using watermelon to cool the skin
I know this from the Korean beauty show Get it Beauty. They use watermelon as mask. Ermm, again I rather eat this.  Into my stomach it goes. Too lazy to DIY.
Watermelon is known to cool down the body by cooling the skin by 3 degree which is the highest among other fruits =) .

6. Use CC cushion for more moisture
According to the test the beauty show did, CC cushion contains more moisture than BB cushion so it is recommended to use CC cushion for the moisture benefit.
I tried CC cream and BB cream and I found that CC cream does contain more moisture than BB cream.


7. Using Epsom salt with cleanser
I tried using Epsom salt with cleanser and it does help to clean the skin as well to calm the skin down. It doesn’t get rid of acne totally but it is antibacterial. I think some people use it as mask too.


8. Drink 2litre of plain water everyday
This is a no brainer for a beautiful skincare. There is even an article by Daily Mail of the miracle of drinking 3litres of water everyday and the skin look younger 10 years! Just make sure that your food plus your water intake reach about 2 litre. Yes, of course it works. =) So drink up. No pun intended.



Opinions expressed here are my own and honest as always.

Friday, April 25, 2014

REVIEW ON LC DERMA UV CC CREAM SPF 30


Have you tried any CC cream before?  It is a new craze after the BB cream and CC cream is sure different from BB cream because of skincare benefits that CC cream provides.  Korean makeup uses BB cream, CC cream and also CC cushion for their 'Oh so natural' makeup.

I have my fair share of getting into the bandwagon of CC cream.  Some was a hit and some are just not as awesome as I thought that it would be.  Let just say that when I saw this LC Derma UV CC cream SPF 30, I was not thinking much of it until I tried it and YES I am impressed.  Well, more impressed than some high ended CC cream.  Continue reading or jump to the end of the post to see why I am so impressed with this CC cream.

LC DERMA UV CC CREAM SPF 30
LC DERMA UV CC CREAM SPF 30 Box

First, there is no preservative in their products =) .  I find that almost every other CC cream contains preservative.  If you do not believe me, then check if there are paraben or other type of preservative.  This one doesn't have preservative that will hurt or cause allergic in the future!


LC DERMA UV CC CREAM SPF 30
LC DERMA UV CC CREAM SPF 30 box
LC Derma is the first skin care regime in Asia using the PhytoCellTec (TM) Symphytum.  Liposome system is used in its product for better and effective penetrative for external skins.

LC DERMA UV CC CREAM SPF 30
LC DERMA UV CC CREAM SPF 30 ingredients list

LC DERMA UV CC CREAM SPF 30
LC DERMA UV CC CREAM SPF 30 ingredients list 



Stem Cell UV CC Cream (SPF30) 

Specially formulated multifunctional CC Cream helps to even out skin tone for perfect radiant skin. Its rich and non-greasy texture is suitable for all skin types. It provides soothing, comfortable and hydrated all day long. It helps to protect your skin from harmful UV rays and helps the skin maintain an even complexion / correction unevenness complexion simultaneously. With this CC Cream, it conceals and provides better coverage to imperfect skin. We are not only introducing CC Cream, but we propose you a “SMART” CC Cream. 


This CC Cream’s formulation : 
Encapsulated organic sunscreen 
NO preservative added 
NO mineral oil 
NO lanolin 
NO comedogenic ingredients 
NO animal derived ingredients 
NO colorant 
NO petrolchemicals 

Why do we name it “SMART” CC Cream? 

S Sensory / Soft-touch – Non greasy/comfortable/smoothes 
M Moisturize – Provide hydrates and nourishes skin 
A Anti-Aging – Reduces the sign of aging 
R Reduces sensitivity in reactive skin – Soothes irritated skin / Anti-inflammation 
T Tone – Balances and help even out skin tone / Protect skin from unevenness complexion and harmful UV rays. 

Direction Of Use : 
Dab a small amount onto perfectly cleansed and toned face. Apply liberally and evenly to the entire desired areas. For external use only. 

- See more at: http://www.hishop.my/lc-derma-uv-cc-cream-spf30-30ml#sthash.zNefzChy.dpuf


LC DERMA UV CC CREAM SPF 30
LC DERMA UV CC CREAM SPF 30

After opening one should finish using it within 6 months.  It is stated on the box.



LC DERMA UV CC CREAM SPF 30
simple plastic bottle that can be recycle later =)
I really like this concept as the bottle is easy and really light to be brought around.  I don't like to carry heavy bottle of makeup around.  I don't have to worry if I drop it to the floor too as I am quite clumsy.

LC DERMA UV CC CREAM SPF 30
can you see the word Mega+ ?

The expiry date is written on the bottom of the bottle.
You can take a look at the bottom of the bottle and noticed the word    'mega +' .  They are using Germany type of airtight bottle!  So, do not worry of the air going into the bottle and oxidized the CC cream.  

LC DERMA UV CC CREAM SPF 30
ingredients list at the back of the bottle

LC DERMA UV CC CREAM SPF 30
simple and easy to use pump type of cap.

The pump is easy to use and one can control the amount of cc cream coming out from the pump.  I need one pump for a light coverage.  Two pump would be enough for a full coverage on the days my skin isn't behaving that nice.  Don't be too greedy and use too much because it will brighten the skin so much that you would look too white.  The CC cream is actually looks good on its own because it doesn't oxidized on me at all.  The particle is so fine it glide on my skin.


Test for CC cream
Testing on the CC cream
Try this test to know how smooth is the CC cream.
1. Take an ice cube
2.  Rub it on the cc cream.
3. Voile.  See, it doesn't stick onto the cc cream no matter how hard I rub!  That shows how fine the CC cream is!


LC DERMA UV CC CREAM SPF 30
the results on my hands
The cc cream take some time to adjust to my skin tone colour.  I was at first shocked at how white it was on my skin but it change to my skintone colour.  It sure make my skin brighter than before.  It look very natural too.  The cream is really hydrating and it is not oily at all.  It sure doesn't cake up or run into the crease of the nasalobial line at all!  It also doesn't make my skin patchy by the end of the day so I find this is really good as most BB cream can make my skin dry.

LC DERMA UV CC CREAM SPF 30
before and after
Can you see the immediate differences? 
I think every skin types would like this very much as it make the skin moist and hydrated.  .  My face looks  a little oily on the T-zone after 4hours without primer but nothing serious that I can just bloat with a tissue.

One features that I love about this CC cream it that it is Waterproof and Sweat proof ! My skin virtually look like it is Photoshop in real life and no one knows about it.  Normally, CC cream will come off when I blot but this CC cream won't budge no matter how hard I rub it.  I love this waterproof feature very much.  Even when I blot it with tissue, the CC cream doesn't come out at all.  No one will know that you are wearing make up at all!

This CC cream works equally good and on par with all the counters brands =)  .Of course I would buy this again after I finish this bottle =) .

For those interested to get your hands on LC Derma's product, head to Hi Shop
Key in "LCDERMA" discount code for RM20 disocunt off your purchase.
*for purchase above RM99, valid till 30 April 2014*





 LC Derma UV CC Cream SPF30 retails at  RM89.90 at Hi Shop.

For more information, please visit official website LC Derma facebook.
Product are sponsored by LC Derma.
However, the opinions expressed here are my own and honest as always.

Have a great day =)