Ole Henriksen Seven Skincare Sensations
Mini Mascara Trio from Lancome (free gift with $35 purchase at Sephora)
Mason Pearson 'Pocket Mixture' Nylon & Boar Bristle Brush
Pro Z Palette Large in Black
PMD Green Replacement Discs (not shown; on back order)
Inspired by GlamLifeGuru's Smokey Eye Video
http://youtu.be/nEugoTu7swM
Makeup Used:
Dior Diorsnow UV Shield White Reveal BB Creme SPF 50 PA+++
Kevyn Aucoin The Sensual Skin Enhancer in SX05
Chanel Soleil Tan de Chanel Bronzing Makeup Base
Revlon Bronzer in Bronzed & Chic
Chanel Poudre Universelle Libre Natural Finish Loose Powder 20 Clair Translucent 1
YSL Blush Radiance in 04
Stila Smudge Pot in Violet
Urban Decay 24/7 Shadow Pencil in Morphine
Too Faced Smokey Eye Palette (colors used: In a Flash, Smoking Jacket, Smolder)
Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencil in Uzi (part of the duo with Uzi and Empire)
MAC Eye Shadows in Parfait Amour, Sketch, and Print
INGLOT AMC Gel Eyeliner in Matte 77 (Black) (I don't recommend this. It gets gloopy and dry)
Revlon Just Bitten Kissable Balm Stain in Darling
Anastasia Beverly Hills Lash Genius Waterpoof Topcoat (as a base coat)
Prestige My Blackest Lashes Mascara in Blackest Black
Wet n Wild Color Icon Bronzer SPF 15 in Reserve Your Cabana
Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Wiz in Brunette
Dior Diorskin Nude Skin Perfecting Hydrating Concealer
Angel Shimmer, Platinum, Taupe, Twilight, and Nautical (swatched)
Mally Evercolor Starlight Waterproof Eyeliner in Royal Plum
Mally Voluminous Mascara in Black (not waterproof)
Mally High-Shine Liquid Lipstick Pen in Flirty
Beginning of the day.
3 hours later. Still looks fresh.
3 hours later. Mally High-Shine Liquid Lipstick Pen in Flirty.
10 hours later. Oils are breaking through. Blush is intact. Lips are bare.
10 hours later. No creasing. Colors are a little less vibrant.
Mally Face Defender Blush in Pink Perfection; Highlighter in Gorgois Glow; High-Shine Liquid Lipstick in Flirty; Evercolor Starlight Waterproof Eyeliner in Royal Plum; and Evercolor Long-Wearing Eye Shadow Sticks in Champagne, Dusk and Violet
Skincare Used: Ole Henriksen African Red Tea Foaming Cleanser Ole Henriksen Truth Serum™ Collagen Booster Serum Ole Henriksen Truth Revealed™ Super Crème SPF 15 Makeup Used: Dior Diorskin Forever Flawless Perfection Wear Makeup Light Beige 020 Dior Diorskin Nude Skin Perfecting Hydrating Concealer Beige 002 Laura Mercier Secret Camouflage Concealer SC-2 Dior Rosy Glow Healthy Glow Awakening Blush 001 Petal Diorskin Shimmer Star Amber Diamond Chanel Soleil Tan de Chanel Bronzing Makeup Base Revlon Bronzer in Bronzed & Chic Chanel Poudre Universelle Libre Natural Finish Loose Powder 20 Clair Translucent 1 NARS Pro-Prime Smudgeproof Eye Shadow Base Burberry Sheer Eye Shadow 09 Rosewood (all over lid) Wet ‘n Wild Eye Shadow Brule (brow highlight) Milani Shadow Eyez in Champagne Toast MAC Eye Shadow in Satin Taupe (outer V) and Phloof (inner corner) Bobbi Brown Gel Eyeliner in Black Mauve Anastasia Beverly Hills Lash Genius Waterpoof Topcoat (as a base coat) Jordana Best Lash Extreme Volumizing Mascara in Black Anastasia Beverly Hills Clear Brow Gel Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Wiz in Brunette Chanel Rouge Allure Extrait de Gloss in Imaginaire 56 Brushes Used: Shiseido Perfect Foundation Brush Real Techniques Domed Shadow Brush Walmart HD Brush from the Eye Set (to set under eyes) Tom Ford Cream Foundation Brush 02 Bobbi Brown Bronzer Brush Tom Ford Cheek Brush 06 Tom Ford Eye Shadow Brush 11 MAC 239 Eye Shadow Brush Laura Mercier Flat Eyeliner Brush Sephora Brand Professionnel Platinum Smokey Eye Brush #24
INGLOT makes my favorite eyeshadows ever. I find that their formula is buttery soft and super pigmented. They last well on my oily lids (though I always need a primer). They have different finishes: matte, pearl, DS (Double Sparkle), AMC (Advanced Makeup Component), and AMC Shine.
I haven't bought any individual shadows, but I have purchased two 10-pan palettes from their Freedom System. You will notice in the pictures, that I have chosen mostly cool-toned neutrals and purples. I find that these colors look best on my NW20 skin.
Some of the pictures make it look like the matte shadows are chalky; they are not. They are extremely soft and the product does come up easily. If you just tap your brush before you apply, you won't have any issues with fall out. The pearls are, by far, my favorites of my collection (especially 434P, 420P, 397P, and 402P).
I know this is a very long and picture-heavy post, but I hope that it will be helpful for those who don't have access to an INGLOT store and must purchase online.
The most recent 10-pan palette I purchased was $16 and each square shadow was $6. The rainbow shadows, which have 3 colors each, are now $8. I know that the prices have gone up since last year; but it is still a huge value when you compare the amount of product and quality you get to the competition. (ahem... MAC)
Also, they are paraben-free and do not test on animals.What's not to love?
Oh, there is something that I should warn you about. The magnets are incredibly strong and it's really difficult to get the shadows out of the palettes once they are in there. If you want to be able to mix and change around your palettes easily, I would recommend you get a Z-palette or Unii palette to store them in. I don't mind traveling with my palettes just the way they are... they are sturdy and stackable.
The easiest way to open the lid is to slide it to the side. The magnets are strong and you can just lift up.
My two Inglot Freedom System Palettes with numbers.
My two Inglot Freedom System Palettes without names.
1st Inglot Palette Swatches from Left to Right:
423 Pearl, 399 Pearl, 363 Matte, 434 Pearl, 420 Pearl
1st Inglot Palette Swatches from Left to Right:
446 Pearl, 428 Pearl, 117 Rainbow, 493 DS, 494 DS
1st Inglot Palette swatched all together.
1st Palette UP CLOSE
Top Left to Right: 446 Pearl, 428 Pearl
Bottom Left to Right: 423 Pearl, 399 Pearl
Top Left to Right: 428 Pearl, 117 Rainbow
Bottom Left to Right: 399 Pearl, 363 Matte
Top Left to Right: 493 DS, 494 DS
Bottom Left to Right: 434 Pearl, 420 Pearl
2nd Inglot Palette Swatches from Left to Right:
339 Matte, AMC Shine 47, 378 Matte, 387 Matte, 358 Matte
2nd Inglot Palette Swatches from Left to Right:
AMC Shine 37, 402 Pearl, 397 Pearl, AMC Shine 46, 354 Matte
My second Inglot palette swatched all together.
2nd Palette UP CLOSE
Top Left to Right: 339 Matte, AMC Shine 47
Bottom Left to Right: AMC Shine 37, 402 Pearl
Top Left to Right: AMC Shine 47, 378 Matte
Bottom Left to Right: 402 Pearl, 397 Pearl
Top Left to Right: 387 Matte, 358 Matte
Bottom Left to Right: AMC Shine 46, 354 Matte
Packaging is no-fuss, matte black with white writing.
The INGLOT store in Chelsea, Manhattan is my idea of heaven.
You pick out the shadows you want by placing them on these magnetic boards.
Tons of face, lip, and eye products, nail polishes, brushes, etc.
Excuse the flash. Here are the prices. They went up since the last time I was in the store last year.
So many beautiful colors, but I chose to stick with cool-toned neutrals and purples.
Night out in NYC using 2nd palette:
397 Pearl inner corner and under eye, 378 Matte and 339 Matte in crease, 354 Matte on Brow
On the rest of my face:
Revlon Colorstay Whipped Creme Foundation in Sand Beige, Revlon Photoready Bronzer Summer Edition with 4 Quadrants, Laura Mercier Blush in Lotus Pink, Bobbi Brown Gel Eyeliner, Milani Shadow Eyez Champagne Eyez under eyes, DiorSkin Nude Concealer in Beige, Anastasia Hydrafull Gloss in Sorbet, Ardell 105 Lashes, Revlon Brow Fantasy Dark Brown
This eye look is from my 7 Deadly Sins Tag video. I used:
INGLOT 446 Pearl, 423 Pearl, 399 Pearl, 363 Matte and Inglot Gel Liner in Matte Black
This is the eye look that I did on my sister for New Year's Eve. I mainly used 428 Pearl.
Burberry Sheer Eye Shadow in Rosewood 09
Tom Ford Bronzer Brush 05
Tom Ford Cheek Brush 06
Tom Ford Cream Foundation Brush 02
Tom Ford Eye Shadow Brush 11
Brushes were compared next to:
MAC 239
MAC 217
Sigma Flat Kabuki F80
NARS Yachiyo Brush
Bobbi Brown Bronzer Brush
People mentioned:
http://www.youtube.com/user/gossmakeupartist
http://www.youtube.com/user/thecurrentcustom
Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk Foundation in 5
- expensive at $59
- luminous finish
- light to medium coverage
- great clean, fresh scent
- no spf, photographs well
- doesn't oxidize
- unfortunately, poor lasting power on my very oily skin
Even with trying several primers, I could not get the Luminous Silk foundation to last on my oily skin. I really wanted this to work for me, especially after reading so many wonderful reviews. I just looked like a shiny mess only after a few hours. Most days, the foundation would separate and form creases.
I have swatch comparisons of the Luminous Silk next to MAC, NARS, Dior, and Chanel products.
Favorite Liquid Foundation Brushes:
Sigma F80 Flattop Kabuki
Sonia Kashuk Synthetic Buffing Brush
Shiseido Perfect Foundation Brush
Runner Ups:
Sephora Professionnel Platinum Air Brush #55
Real Techniques Stippling Brush
Illamasqua Blusher Brush #1
Real Techniques Buffing Brush
Favorite Concealer Brushes:
Real Techniques Domed Shadow Brush
Real Techniques Deluxe Crease Brush
I am wearing:
Stila Eyeshadow in Kitten
MAC Eyeshadows in Sketch, Phloof, and Print
Inglot Eyeshadows in 423 Pearl and 363 Matte
Bobbi Brown Gel Eyeliner in Black
Maybelline The Falsies Waterproof
TheBalm Bahama Mama Bronzer
Dior Rosy Glow Blush
Revlon Colorstay Whipped Creme Makeup 24 hrs 200 Sand Beige
Bobbi Brown Corrector in Bisque
Revlon Just Bitten Kissable Balm Stain in Darling
Products Purchased:
Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk Foundation in 5 ($59)
DiorSkin Nude Skin Perfecting Hydrating Concealer in 002 Beige ($30)
Anastasia Beverly Hills Hydrafull Gloss in Sorbet ($18)
Tory Burch Small Patent Leather Cosmetic Bag ($55)
Personal Microderm System PMD ($179, but search for discount codes before buying)
Embryolisse Lait-Creme Concentre ($20 on Amazon.com)
Leopard Scarf from Forever21 ($6.50)
I am wearing:
Revlon Colorstay Whipped Creme Makeup 24 hrs 200 Sand Beige
Make Up For Ever Full Cover Concealer in 5
Chanel Soleil Tan de Chanel Bronzing Makeup Base
Revlon Photoready Bronzer in 100 Bronzed & Chic (Limited Edition with Summer Collection)
Laura Mercier Blush Lotus Pink
NYX Eye Shadow in Sahara
L'Oreal Carbon Black Lineur Intense Felt Tip Liquid Eyeliner
Maybelline The Falsies Volum Express Waterproof in Very Black
L'Oreal Colour Riche Caresse Lipstick in Blushing Sequin
Anastasia Hydrafull Gloss in Sorbet
Comparisons of L'Oreal Caresse Lipsticks in Blushing Sequin, Velvety Fuchsia, Revlon Lip Butters (Peach Parfait, Sweet Tart, and Raspberry Pie), and L'Oreal Colour Riche Balm in Heavenly Berry
I love bright colors but I don't always want that OCC lip tar, pure color, overpowering look on my lips. I often will use a lipstick that is ridiculously bright, then blot a million times, and then put a gloss or balm on top. With one swipe of the Caresse lipsticks, you don't have to go through all those steps to get the same look-- a sheerer bright color with a sheen. If you don't like glitter, you should be aware that these have microfine duo-chrome shimmers in them. They don't feel gritty or can't really be seen unless you come within an inch of it. (Unlike the YSL Rouge Volupte Perle in Sparkling Fuchsia, which I could feel the sparkle particles on my lips. I hated that) PROS: - Feels weightless (lighter than Chapstick), similar feel to Blistex Silk & Shine - Beautiful, vibrant colors - Leaves a light stain (but nothing like the Revlon Stain Balms) -Soft, fruity scent -Doesn't leave lips dry, but it's necessarily all that moisturizing CONS: -Wear-time is not very long, but I don't mind reapplying.
I am interested in make-up, grooming, organization, self-improvement and living life with a positive attitude. I love to follow other people's blogs. My hope is to use my blog as a place where I can organize my thoughts and experiment with different products, lifestyle changes, etc. I am a mix of Chinese, German and Scottish -- that's why I'm a "HAPA" girl. Hapa is a Hawaiian term used to describe a person of mixed Asian or Pacific Islander racial/ethnic heritage.
