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Wednesday, February 6, 2013

The Balm Hot Mama Blush

 Ingredients>>>

Mica, Silica, Polyethylene (&) Synthetic Wax (&) PTFE, Isoeicosane, Polyisobutene, Dimethicone, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Iron Oxides CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499. May Contain: Boron Nitride, Kaolin, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Titanium Dioxide CI 77891, Carmine CI 75470, Manganese Violet CI 77742, Ferric Ferrocyanide, Bismuth Oxychloride CI 77163, Chromium Oxide Greens CI 77288, Ultramarines CI 77007.

Product Claims>>>

A true all-in-one essential: sexy shadow, striking blush, subtle highlighter, and light-reflecting lip finisher tucked inside a go-anywhere compact. The pinky-peach hue adds a splash of color to cheeks, a hint of shimmer to the lids, and illuminates your finest features. Formulated without: Parabens, Sulfates, Synthetic fragrances, Synthetic dyes and phthalates.

Application>>>

I often use this as a highlighter or layer it on top of any bronzey or coral blush to add dimension.

Pros
  • Cute vintage packaging
  • Decent color pay-off & texture
  • Contains good amount of product
  • Could also work as highlighter
  • Looks really gorgeous on warm skin tones
  • Locally available

Cons
  • Might emphasize pores and accentuate bumps
  • If you have oily skin, this could make you look oilier
  • Gold shimmers

Store/Damage>>>

SaSa Bugis Junction (Singapore)
SGD 29.90(7g/0.25oz) or Php850.00 at Beauty Bar







This is my sister's swatch, for reference she's around NC40/This appears lighter and peachier on me



The BamShell Thoughts>>>

Honestly, I've almost regretted buying this, especially when I found out that it's cheaper locally (lolz). I've only used this alone once coz the gold shimmers look too obvious on me and it's pinky peach shade doesn't look as flattering as mac dainty w/c is my fave pinky peach blush(Ref: NC25-30)

However, as you can see, this looks so great on my sister who has warmer complexion, this actually became her HG blush. Then she asked me to try it as a highlighter on top of a matte bronzer and other coral blush we got, and yeah.... It looked absolutely great! 

M.A.C. Brow Set- in Beguile




Ingredients>>>

Water (Aqua Purificata) Purified, Alcohol Denatured, PVP/VA Copolymer, Butylene Glycol, Carbomer, TEA Carbomer, Disodium EDTA

Product Claims/Description>>>

A brush-on gel that grooms and slicks brows into shape without flaking or stiffening them. Can be used on its own, or stroke over brow pencil for a nice, natural look. May also be used on lashes, sideburns and chops—any facial hair. The shade Beguile is described as a full Bodied Taupe.

Application>>>

After using an eyebrow pencil or brow-powder, I apply a small amount and brush it w/ a clean spoolie.

Pros
Sets my eyebrows perfectly makin' them stay in place the whole day
Lightens my uber black brow strands

Cons
Scent! uurrghhh... weird chemical scent
Has tiny glitters... glitters on my eyebrows, really?
Doesn't have sort of a stopper inside the tube so you end up getting too much of the product on the applicator,you know what I mean?
Pricey
8 g / 0.28 oz

Store/Damage>>>

M.A.C. Counter (Trinoma)
Php 950.00


TheBamShell Thoughts>>>

I used to love this shade back when my hair was still dark. I was planning to get the lighter shade which is Girl Boy,but I don't think I would repurchase this since I found some cheaper alternatives, such as Etude brow mascara and James Cooper's "Jazzy" (Thanks to Cara who introduced me this product, will do a review soon)


Saturday, February 2, 2013

Kiehl's Midnight Recovery Concentrate



Ingredients>>>



Products Claims>>>

The potent 99.8% naturally-derived and paraben-free botanical elixir works all night to regenerate, repair and replenish the skin barrier for younger-looking skin by morning. The rich blend of naturally replenishing botanical oils including Squalane, Evening Primrose, and a blend of essential oils known for their therapeutic, balancing, and antioxidant effects, works with the skin’s natural nocturnal activity to dramatically restore skin by morning.








Application>>>

After my toner, I only use 2 drops and warm it between palms and gently pat or massage onto my face.


Pros
A bottle would last me forever
Results are almost instant


Cons
Price

Store/Damage>>>

Kiehl's Tampines Mall (Singapore)
SGD 95.00 (30ml)/ Php 2,880 Kiehl's Greenbelt

TheBamShell Thoughts>>>

I'm in love w/ this stuff!