Showing posts with label review. Show all posts
Showing posts with label review. Show all posts

Tuesday, March 13, 2012

bbcreamshop.eu + Skin79 Gold Label BB cream

I've been wanting to try Skin79 BB cream series for a long time and finally got to buy it! It's super popular in Korea and in the blogosphere, but still I had some difficulties finding it while being there! I couldn't find it in Japan either, and everywhere I asked, no one knew about it, so I guess it has caught more attention outside Asia (besides Korea).

I've been researching a bit to find the right BB cream as you can get so many different kinds, even within the same brand. Pink and Gold label seem to be the most popular and best selling ones, and as Gold Label is recommended for normal to dry skin types, which matches my skin type the best, I thought I'd try the Gold Label.

I ordered from BBcreamshop.eu 
I didn't know the website beforehand and haven't shopped or know anyone that has shopped from the site before. But I wanted to find a shop within EU due to risk of customs otherwise, and surprisingly there was one! (also the same as www.bbcreamshop.co.uk)

As you can see from the screenshot, the website layout is pretty, simple and easy! It's really easy to navigate around, and in the BB cream section, you can either choose a brand OR your skin type! Perfect!

I ordered 2 x Skin79 Gold Label BB cream (one for my friend). I ordered it by March 7, and already received it March 9!! I was really surprised by the fast shipping! Yet another plus point!

I was actually wondering why the box was that big when I only got 2 small BB creams.
 Well, the FIRST thing I saw when I opened the box was this face mask. YAY free gift /win

Then the two BB creams was nicely placed.

Then under all the white paper thingies I spotted something pink. And to my pleasant surprise, I got even more free samples and gifts!!
I got this BB cream miniature set! I was actually already discussing whether I should buy this or not to try the other types of BB cream, but then I got it for free! Yay super happy!!
Then UNDER the miniature set was two small samples of the Pink label and something Korean I don't know what is.

REALLY nice!! Fast shipping and great service!
I think the only 'negative' thing was that the BB cream packages wasn't sealed with some kind of tape so that you could see they were brand new. It was clear that they hadn't been used since no BB cream was pumped out and the tube was clean. But it would have been nice though!

Skin79 Gold Label VIP Super Plus Beblesh Balm

This will not be a fully review as I've only tried it out for a few days. So I'll just show you a swatch on my hand. I know a lot of other people have probably done a review of this BB cream and probably better than I can do it, but tell me if you still want one.

I looks a bit grey as many BB creams tend to do when first applied. But as you can see it doesn't show up as grey after blending and settling. I actually had a hard time seeing the difference, but my skin was definitely smooth and soft after applying it and not 'dry' as it can feel after foundation. It didn't seem much lighter in color either and blended in really well with my own skin.

After trying it a few times on my face, I can say that it feels really light and smooth. I'd say the coverage is between light and medium, but I just use a little bit more for the areas that need more coverage. It doesn't cake, but I wouldn't recommend to layer it too much as it's supposed to look natural and give your skin a natural healthy glow.

All in all I'm very pleased with my order and the products and would definitely recommend the website!

If anyone know the webshop or tried the Gold Label BB cream I'd love to hear your opinions!

Wednesday, October 5, 2011

*Palty Eyebrow mascara + Fairy lash & Princess girl eye lash REVIEW*

Palty Eyebrow Mascara
The other day, I bought the Palty eyebrow mascara. I've been thinking I wanted to try it for a long time, instead of bleaching one's eyebrows every month... My hair is currently dark blond, so I went for the lightest color they had (number one to the right).
The mascara brush is app. half the size of a regular mascara brush, which makes it easy to apply. However, I still needed a few try-out since it can still be a bit tricky (esp. for a newbie like me).

Let's go!
So this is my natural eyebrow color. I trimmed the eyebrows and shaped them before using the mascara (may look a bit uneven due to light etc)
Applied on one eyebrow. It's easy to notice the difference right? It fills out the empty spaces and defines your brow as well.
And applied on both eyebrows! Colored and more defined!
I had some trouble missing some brows and the product beginning to get a bit clumpy if applied too much. Guess I just need more practice! But otherwise I really like the product! If anyone else have tried it, please share your opinions ^^ 

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 Rina Sakurai's Fairy Lash (lower) + Princess Girl DT-1 (upper)
 
 
 When buying these lashes, I was thinking to make a more natural 'gyaru' look. I've never tried any of the brands before, and the upper lashes (Princess Girl) was just a cheap 'no name' brand I guess. 
The fairy lashes (lower lashes) has and invisible band. I prefer lower lashes on a band rather than 'single' lashes.
Please refer to the pictures from the eyebrow mascara review for pictures before applying lashes.
I only applied a brown thin eyeliner and light shimmer eyeshadow in the inner corner of my eyes and a darker color on the outer crease for this look.
Lashes applied on one eye. I think they are quite noticeable. Especially the lower lashes.
Applied on both eyes.
 I really like these lashes! However I don't think they go that well together haha! I think the lower lashes might be a tat more dramatic than I thought, hence they seem to appear more than the upper lashes. I think the upper lashes might be good for a natural look, and the lower lashes for a more dramatic look. Otherwise you could layer the upper lashes for more volume. 
But I'll definitely try the lower lashes again with a more heavy makeup look.

 They were both easy to apply and comfortable as well. I almost didn't feel them at all and they didn't bother me.

 That's it for now! I'll try and buy another brand and style next time. Japan is really EYELASH HEAVEN ♥ (lol)

Bye!